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had three restrictions: killing big tumors without invasive surgery, getting rid of the small cancer cells that can’t be seen by the naked eye, and cutting back on the toxicity" associated with chemotherapy and similar treatments .

The key, Bender said, was developing an immuno-oncology approach, an area of research that enlists and engineers the body's own immune system to fight cancer .

Bender and his team have developed a proprietary blend of cancer drugs that are soluble in both fat and water; this way, the Intensity treatment differs from chemotherapy, which can destroy tumors but can

ewtown’s business community is relatively strong, but has plenty of room for improvement .

So said the town’s newly elected First Selectman Dan Rosenthal in a recent interview with the Business Journal . Having begun his term on Dec . 1, Rosenthal described his priorities as strategic planning, economic development and enhanced communications .

One way of accomplishing all three will be the establishment of Newtown’s first business council, he said . “I see it as consisting of eight to 10 local business owners, even those who may not live in Newtown, drawn from retail, restaurants, industrial, medical, and so on — something that can establish a friendly relationship with the business community and provide ideas that can flow back to the local government .”

Having already spoken with a number of businesses and the Chamber of Commerce, Rosenthal said he expected the council to be formed early in the new year . His own business resume includes six-plus years as the director of marketing and client service at Bronson Point Management in Fairfield and 10 years as director of client service at Pequot Capital Management in Westport .

Although he had positive words for the nine volunteer members of Newtown’s Economic Development Commission, Rosenthal said that establishing and maintaining a list of prospective companies to attract to the town is a high priority . “It’s through sales that you control your own destiny .”

Rosenthal said that commercial properties in Newtown account for less than 10

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Staging a Revival See story on page 11

Frank Farricker and Suzanne Cahill at the renovated and recently reopened Wall Street Theater in Norwalk. Photo by Phil Hall.

Westport biotech firm finds backers ON LONG ROAD TO A CANCER CURE

BY KEVIN ZIMMERMAN kzimmerman@westfairinc.com

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rmed with a pair of U .S . patents and some $13 million in investments, Intensity Therapeutics Inc . in Westport has started clini-

cal trials on what its founder maintains could be a game-changer in the treatment of cancer .

“I looked at the problem from an engineer’s perspective,” said Lew Bender, Intensity Therapeutics president and CEO, at his biotech company’s 61 Wilton Road headquarters . “And what I wanted to do

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STAMFORD'S CRANE CO. BUYS MONEY PAPER MAKER FOR $800M Stamford’s Crane Co. has paid $800 million for the Massachusetts company that for nearly 140 years has supplied the paper used to make U.S. currency.

Boston’s Crane & Co. Inc., also known as Crane Currency, was founded in 1801 in Dalton, Massachusetts, where it continues to maintain a facility while being headquartered in Boston. The company designs and manufactures secure and highly engineered banknotes for more than 50 central banks in the world, and employs nearly 1,100 people.

The firm is anticipated to generate $500 million in revenues this year, with roughly one-third of that from U.S. operations.

Crane Co. — which bought Crane Currency from private equity firm Lindsay Goldberg and shareholders that included members of the Crane family — provides products in the hydrocarbon processing, petrochemical, power generation, aerospace and other markets.

The deal is expected to close in the first quarter of 2018.

EVERSOURCE ADDS WATER, EXPANDS GAS Eversource Energy has completed its $1.7 billion acquisition of Bridgeport's Aquarion Water Co., which the company says makes it the only U.S.-based utility owning electric and water facilities.

Aquarion will remain a locally owned company and will contribute nearly 230,000 water customers to a total customer base of nearly 4 million electric, natural gas and water customers combined in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire, Eversource said.

Connecticut regulators approved the purchase in late October. Massachusetts’ Public Utilities Regulatory Authority has now given its consent as well, according to Jim Judge, CEO at Eversource, which is headquartered in Hartford and Boston.

Eversource also has begun a $3.8 million expansion of its natural gas distribution system in Shelton. Once completed, residents and business owners in the Coram Road section will have the opportunity to join nearly 6,500 fellow residents who already use natural gas.

“We continue to hear from more and more people who want access to this efficient and environmentally friendly fuel

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to heat their homes or businesses,” said Eversource President of Gas Operations Bill Akley, “and we’re working hard to make it happen.”

The Shelton expansion project is being done in two phases. The first involves installing more than 8,000 feet of underground pipe along Coram Road, Sunset Drive, Dogwood Lane, Angell Avenue and Newport Avenue.

In the second phase, more than 17,000 feet of pipe will be installed on Westminster, Manton, Woonsocket, Cranston, Pawtucket, Providence, Wells, Beecher, Golec and Milne avenues; Sandford, Keron and Plaskon drives; Plaskon Drive Extension, Ivy Lane, Sharon Court, Weybosset Street, Toas Street, Broc Terrace and Brookside Terrace Extension.

The energy company, with headquarters in Hartford and Boston said it was working with customers and the city to minimize the impact on roads, though it warned drivers may experience delays due to alternating, one-way traffic.

The first phase is expected to be finished in late December, while the second phase will get underway in early 2018.

NUTMEG OPENS STRATFORD BRANCH Nutmeg State Financial Credit Union has opened its first Fairfield County branch inside the Stratford ShopRite at 250 Barnum Ave. Cutoff in Stratford.

The branch replaces the 2900 Main St. location of Housatonic Teachers Financial Credit Union, which merged with Nutmeg State FCU last year. The Stratford location is the ninth branch for Nutmeg, which was chartered in 1936 and is headquartered in Rocky Hill. The credit union has branches in Hartford, New Haven, Middlesex and Tolland counties.

“We are excited to continue growing within state,” said John Holt, president and CEO of Nutmeg. “Even with all our technology, we recognize the need for physical, brick-and-mortar locations.”

SIKORSKY AIRCRAFT WORKERS APPROVE CONTRACT Workers at Sikorsky Aircraft voted Dec. 3 to accept a contract that includes raises that increase by more than 15 percent over the next five years.

The workers, who are members of Teamsters Local 1150 and are based at Sikorsky operations in Connecticut, Florida and Maryland, ratified the contract in a 2,235 to 66 vote. Under the terms of the contract, workers were in line for a 3 percent raise in December and additional 3 percent raises over the next four years.

They will also receive nine cost-of-living adjustments during this period plus a $5,000 ratification bonus that will be divided into payments in January 2018 and February 2021.

Lockheed Martin acquired the

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Stratford-headquartered company from United Technologies for $9 billion in 2015.

The company maintains Connecticut facilities in Stratford, Bridgeport and Shelton.

FTC CHALLENGES $1.7B BUY

BY TRONOX The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has mounted a legal challenge seeking to block Stamford’s Tronox Ltd.’s proposed $1.7 acquisition of certain assets of a Saudi chemical and mining company after previously questioning the deal.

The FTC’s Dec. 5 announcement followed a Dec. 3 news release in which Tronox said it was moving ahead with the acquisition of the titanium dioxide (TiO2) business of Saudi company Cristal and that a waiting period under federal antitrust law had expired without further action or communication from the FTC. But the FTC disagreed, saying that the review period had not expired and alleging that Tronox did not give it the required 10 days’ notice before closing the acquisition.

“At the time of Tronox’s press release, the company was aware that the matter was pending before the commission for imminent further action, and that it could not close the proposed acquisition because of still pending reviews in other jurisdictions,” the FTC said.

The FTC’s administrative complaint further charges that the deal would violate antitrust laws by significantly reducing competition in the North American market for chloride process titanium dioxide, increase the risk of coordinated action among remaining competitors and increase the risk of future anticompetitive output reductions by Tronox.

The commission also authorized agency staff to seek a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction in federal court, if necessary, to maintain the status quo pending an administrative trial on the merits of the case.

Tronox and Cristal are two of the top three producers of chloride process titanium dioxide in the North American market. Titanium dioxide is a white pigment used in myriad products from paint to toothpaste.

The Stamford company maintains that the FTC has a narrow and flawed view of the size of the global TiO2 market and a flawed analysis of the Tronox/Cristal transaction.

"The FTC bears the burden of proving to a court that this transaction violates the law,” Tronox CEO Jeffry Quinn said, “While we are always willing to consider appropriate remedial action to address the commission's concerns, we maintain the transaction should be allowed to proceed and are fully prepared to defend our position in court."

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Pause for publicity: making the most of major events

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bout to celebrate a milestone anniversary? Holding a ribbon cutting to unveil your new location? Scheduling a groundbreaking ceremony for a soon-to-be constructed or remodeled building? Congratulations!

Before you invite the community to toast the moment with you, I encourage you to pause and consider the public relations possibilities . An event is an excellent way to capture headlines and give the public a chance to learn about your business or facility . A strategic approach makes all the difference in terms of the outcome .

Following are a few tips to ensure a day that is more extraordinary than ordinary .

Plan ahead. Sure, you could wing it and put something together on the fly, but for the best results, ceremonial events should be scheduled three months or more in advance . Contact your local Chamber of Commerce or business council . Create a save-the-date letter for city and county executives and other dignitaries in your community so they can mark their calendars .

Also, take a quick look at other events nearby to ensure you’re picking a date with little or no scheduling conflicts . Then, hone in on your guest list and issue invitations, either in hard copy or through social media or email, approximately four to six weeks prior .

Make it visual. Start thinking about what others will see who attend . If you’re planning to invite members of the media, consider what a photographer or video crew might want to see .

Will there be a check presentation to a local non-profit? A reveal of a model building? Hard hats and golden shovels for a photo opportunity? A cardboard cutout for social media sharing? The more

unusual or interactive, the better the odds of an event that others will talk about or share with others .

Working with your creative team well in advance will help with brainstorming what angle, view or image might work best . It also may be wise to book your own photographer, so that whatever shot is set up can be captured and shared after the event with newspapers, magazines and online media that may not have been able to attend but might still be interested in spreading the word about what happened that day .

Have a run-of-show. Choose two to four people to deliver remarks during the event and elect a point person or two, which may include your public relations representative, to ensure the day moves

along as planned . Smart choices for speakers include the president or CEO of the company, elected officials or the person accepting the check on behalf of the charitable partner .

Discuss in advance how long each person’s talk should be and what kind of comments you’d appreciate they make . Have a general outline of what will occur, in what order and where . Keep in mind, short and sweet is often best . People are busy and may need to get back to their desks or the newsroom, so condensing the key parts of the event is appreciated .

Don’t overlook the details. Tour the facility the event is being held at a few weeks prior . Consider if you’ll need chairs, a tent, a podium, music or audiovisual

equipment and ensure there’s access to electricity and restrooms .

Remember, too, the refreshments . It’s not uncommon for businesses to leave this matter to the last minute, only to realize their caterer of choice can’t accommodate their crudité and cheese and cracker platter with short notice .

With a little bit of creativity, a lot of planning and a what’s-in-it-for-them approach, your big moment can become even bigger — and that’s worth celebrating .

Filomena Fanelli is the CEO and founder of Impact PR & Communications Ltd., A public relations firm and certified women’s business enterprise in Poughkeepsie. She can be reached at 845-462-4979 or at filomena@prwithimpact.com.

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Stamford businessman indicted in $2M fraud

BY KEVIN ZIMMERMAN kzimmerman@westfairinc.com

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federal grand jury in New Haven on Nov. 20 returned a 39-count superseding indictment against Stamford resident Thomas Connerton for various offenses stemming from an investment scheme that allegedly defrauded individuals of more than $2 million, according to John H. Durham, U.S. Attorney for the District of Connecticut.

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In March, the grand jury had charged the 65-year-old Connerton with fraud and money laundering offenses. The superseding indictment added a count of tax evasion to those charges.

Connerton was the founder, president and CEO of Safety Technologies LLC, a company whose principal place of business at various times was in Stamford, Westport, Simsbury and Madison.

Founded in 2006, Safety Tech purportedly developed and commercialized what it maintained was a highly dura-

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ble, puncture- and cut-resistant material that was to be used in the surgical glove market and other related markets. Safety Tech has not yet obtained any patents from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, and Connerton did not register Safety Tech’s securities with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, according to Durham’s office.

The indictment alleges that, beginning around June 2009, Connerton induced victim-investors to provide him funds and to buy Safety Tech securities

by falsely representing that the valuation of Safety Tech was realistically in the tens or hundreds of millions of dollars; that a lucrative deal to sell or license his glove technology was imminent; and that he would use their funds for research and development, product testing and to bring the product to market.

Connerton offered his investors small amounts of equity in Safety Tech through “subscription agreements” or investment contracts through which he sold what he described as “units.”

It is alleged that Connerton made numerous other false representations to investors, including stating in September 2015, “I will go on the record to state that there is not a single investor that will lose one dollar invested in Safety Technologies.”

The indictment alleges that even though Connerton represented to "victim-investors" and potential "victim-investors" that the funds they invested would be utilized for the aforementioned uses, he instead used those funds to pay personal expenses, including, on two separate occasions, to buy diamond engagement rings from Tiffany & Co. Connerton also used funds to repay loans to an earlier investor.

Through this scheme, it is alleged that Connerton defrauded more than 50 investors of more than $2 million.

The indictment further alleges that Connerton engaged in monetary transactions in an attempt to conceal from the FBI and the SEC the nature and source of funds received by Safety Tech from the sale of Safety Tech securities. It alleges that Connerton negotiated checks and bought bank checks in order to move the fraudulent proceeds from one account to another.

Finally, the indictment alleges that Connerton willfully failed to pay $271,375 in federal income taxes between 2004 and 2015.

The indictment charges Connerton with 12 counts of wire fraud, one count of mail fraud and 18 counts of securities fraud, offenses that carry a maximum term of imprisonment of 20 years on each count. The indictment also charges Connerton with six counts of money laundering, which that carries a maximum term of imprisonment of 10 years on each count; one count of money laundering conspiracy, which carries a maximum term of imprisonment of 20 years; and one count of tax evasion, which carries a maximum term of imprisonment of five years.

Connerton has been detained since his arrest on March 9. A trial is scheduled for May 9, 2018, before U.S. District Judge Stefan R. Underhill in Bridgeport.

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also have severe side effects, he said.

A water-soluble approach can increase drug circulation time, improve drug solubility, prolong the time a drug resides in a tumor and reduce toxicity. Instead of blasting a body with chemotherapy, the Intensity approach targets the tumor and cancer cells themselves and, through repeated treatment, can in effect “teach” the body’s immune system to tell the difference between cancerous and non-cancerous cells and act accordingly.

The targeted treatment is designed to work on breast, colon, pancreatic, liver, lung and other cancers that do not respond to conventional treatments. Administered within tumors, Intensity’s INT230-6 combines two chemotherapy medications. The only known side effect is some irritation at the injection site.

The potential end result, Bender said, is that once treatment is completed, the patient will be free of that cancer for the remainder of his or her life, as the immune system will now be “on alert” to combat any recurrence.

Bender cautioned that while experiments with mice have been successful, clinical trials with humans have just begun at the University of Southern California, Johns Hopkins in Baltimore, the Fox Chase Cancer

Center in Philadelphia and the Princess Margaret Cancer Center in Toronto.

The trial process is a necessarily laborious one, Bender said. “You have to start out with a low dose with people for safety’s sake.

And once we have the data, which needs to show that it’s safe and effective in numbers that are statistically significant, we go to the FDA (Food and Drug Administration). And that can take a number of years as well” for marketing approval.

So too with the patent process. “It’s very expensive and can involve a very long period of time,” Bender said.

Intensity Therapeutics was awarded a U.S. patent in 2016 to protect its lead product, INT230-6, and in June received a second patent that broadens existing claims for its proprietary technology. Australia also recently granted Intensity a patent for its technology, Bender said.

Formerly the CEO of Interleukin Genetics in Waltham, Massachusetts, and chief technology officer at Emisphere Technologies, a pharmaceutical company in Roseland, New Jersey, Bender said he started his career as “an impatient young man. By 2012 I was no longer young, but I was still impatient.”

His impatience arose from “seeing friends of mine dying from cancer.”

Bender said he resigned from Interleukin “because I didn’t think our methods were working quickly enough” — the company

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percent of its tax base. “It could be a lot better,” he said.

“I’m taking a significant number of meetings every month with businesses that are here and with some that may be looking to relocate here. That’s the only way we can change the dynamic and build out,” he said.

As a candidate for the town’s top office, “What I presented (during the campaign), and what I think helped get me elected, was trying to bring in new ideas to broaden Newtown and its appeal” to potential businesses and residents.

Rosenthal also expects to reach out to such bodies as the Bridgeport Regional Business Council, the Danbury Chamber of Commerce and others for input about what has worked for them. In addition, “We can work together instead of staying strictly within our borders” in trying to attract new companies, he said.

One reality that Newtown will have to face is the rescission of state funds as a result of the new state budget. Although the town feared it would lose some $7 million to $10 million under Gov. Dannel Malloy’s original budget proposal, it will actually lose $500,000 under the compromise budget that was passed on Oct. 31.

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Newly elected Newtown First Selectman Dan Rosenthal on the job. Photo by Kevin Zimmerman.

Rosenthal said, “but we didn’t fall off a cliff.” Nevertheless, he said, the state budget should serve as “a signpost that we need to wean ourselves off of state revenue.”

Thus the need to attract businesses and retain existing ones looms especially large, he said.

One large commercial development, the Village at Lexington Gardens — a 65,500-square-foot building complex at 32 Church Hill Road — is already filling up, with anchor tenant Dental Associates, Newtown Savings Bank and Avance Day

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in July announced plans to liquidate its assets. At a cocktail party, he began talking about the nascent research he was conducting on his way to developing INT2306, and several friends offered to invest on the spot, Bender said.

That allowed him to continue experimenting on mice in area laboratories, which in turn led to “a couple of billion-

aire investors and, through networking, to where we are now, at over $13 million so far.” Investors include VCapital, British billionaire Jim Mellon and British company SalvaRx Group PLC. Today the company has four full-time employees, including Ian B. Walters, its vice president and chief medical officer, a former Rockefeller University immunology researcher and former executive at BristolMyers Squibb. Intensity’s board includes a former vice president of development for Pfizer and researchers from the National Cancer Institute, Smilow Cancer Hospital Yale-New Haven, the Swiss Institute for Experimental Cancer Research and the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami.

“There is no revenue stream,” Bender said. “We’re living off of our investors. A new biotech has no revenue for several years until it gets a product approved, so it can be a very risky business.”

Bender underscored that it’s been over five years since he started Intensity “and we’re still years away from getting product approval.”

Should INT230-6 prove as effective as he believes it will, Bender said he expected large pharma companies to come calling with acquisition offers.

“We’re still in the early stages,” he said.

“But so far things are looking good.”

Spa joined on Dec. 1 by the upscale Market Place Kitchen & Bar. Commercial development once planned for the 185-acre Fairfield Hills campus — former home to a psychiatric hospital that closed in 1995 — may also get another look, Rosenthal said.

Having purchased the campus from the state in 2004, Newtown officials originally envisioned it as a mixed-use area and favored a 20-year lease plan for businesses there. When that concept stalled during the recession, a more community-oriented approach was undertaken.

The result is that Fairfield Hills is now the location of the Newtown Municipal Center, the town’s volunteer ambulance corps, a sports and exercise facility and a community center under construction, funded by a $10 million grant from General Electric and $5 million from the town. An additional $3 million senior center component is being covered by town bonding.

Also under discussion is a new police station, though whether that ends up in Fairfield Hills is yet to be determined.

“More attractive lease terms” than 20 years “could be a catalyst” in reviving the site’s commercial prospects, Rosenthal said.

The father of three, Rosenthal is the third member of his family to serve as Newtown first selectman. He follows his grandfather Jack, who held the office from 1976 to 1987,

and father Herb, whose term lasted from 1997 to 2007.

From his grandfather, who died in 2013, Rosenthal said he learned about “the power of the job to help people,” recalling how as a child he’d frequently accompany his grandfather around town.

Rosenthal’s father, who also served as selectman for two years, “can be a great resource to me,” he added. “He took a very hands-off approach to my campaign — he didn’t push me towards it at all — but I know that he’s proud.”

Rosenthal took a sabbatical from Bronson Point Management in the middle of last year to spend time with his daughter, who will graduate from high school in the spring. When he thought about returning, he said, “I saw that there were many of the same issues there that I’d been facing when I left.” Instead, with the encouragement of friends and his wife, he decided to run for town office.

Asked whether one of his children might become a fourth generation to hold the office, he laughed. “We might consider counseling to get that thought out of them," he said.

Nevertheless, Rosenthal said, he'd be proud if his children pursued public service as adults. It’s in the family: one of his brothers, John Rosenthal, was recently elected an alderman in Hudson in upstate New York.

Lew Bender, founding president and CEO of Intensity Therapeutics Inc., at his biotech company’s Westport office. Photo by Kevin Zimmerman.

Airport privatization deal sparks clash over Westchester budget

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utgoing Westchester County Executive Robert Astorino unveiled the 2018 budget last month . And while the administration kept good on its promise to keep the tax levy flat, many are taking issue with the fact that the budget hinges on roughly $30 million in revenues from a proposed airport privatization deal .

“The county executive’s proposed 2018 budget is unbalanced by $30 million relying on an unapproved airport privatization plan,” Board of Legislators Chairman Michael Kaplowitz said, adding that “we need to close the $30 million budget gap, which imperils both the county’s reserve fund and our good credit rating .”

Credit ratings service Standard and Poor’s affirmed the county’s AAA bond rating, but revised its outlook from “stable” to “negative,” citing the county’s reliance on one-time revenues to balance county budgets .

“This year, there are no more rabbits to pull out of the hat,” said Majority Leader Catherine Borgia, an Ossining Democrat .

“This legislature must roll up our sleeves and get to work for the people who sent us here .”

Legislators responded with a revised budget of their own, one that scrapped the $30 million in revenue from the airport deal . Instead, legislators propose pulling $21 .5 million from the county’s fund balance and hiking the tax levy by 2 percent, the level allowable under the state’s tax cap .

During a Budget and Appropriations Committee meeting on Monday, Kaplowitz said the airport revenues were “too speculative” to be used in the budget .

Requests for comment from the Astorino administration were not returned at press time .

Astorino announced in November that Macquarie Infrastructure Corp . was selected to operate Westchester Airport in a $1 .1 billion public-private partnership . The Manhattan company was recommended by a six-member task force composed of members of Astorino’s administration and the county Board of Legislators .

As part of the deal, the county will get more than $1 .1 billion over 40 years, including $300 million upfront . It will be reimbursed $10 million for airport police, with payments increasing 2 .5 percent a year for a total of $674 million . The county expects to receive an annual revenue stream of $6 .5 million that can be applied to the budget .

“We remain in discussions with

county staff and will continue to work with current administration as well as the new county executive and board of legislators to move this process forward,” Macquarie officials said in a statement to the Business Journal .

Macquarie has also agreed to spend $550 million on capital projects, such as terminal improvements, environmental measures, baggage handling and dining options . The lease is written to keep the airport footprint and capacity as is: no runway expansions, keeping the number of gates at six and capping passengers at 240 per half-hour .

“This is the beginning of a long-term relationship with the county and we know that some have questions about how this public-private partnership will work,” Macquarie officials said . “We look forward to an open and constructive dialogue with the new administration and incoming board of legislators .”

Still, nearly a month after Astorino announced the selection of Macquarie, legislators are still waiting to get their hands on the proposal .

“I don’t know the specifics of that deal, since I haven’t seen it yet,” said Catherine Parker, a Rye Democrat who added she had been skeptical of the airport deal since its introduction .

The deal would need at least 12 of the 17 lawmakers in order for the lease to be approved . Parker noted that “under the best situation, (the airport deal) is impossible to have fully approved in time for inclusion” in the budget .

Kaplowitz said soon after Macquarie’s selection that any decision on an airport deal with a private partner should be delayed until the incoming administration of Democrat George Latimer, who defeated the two-term Republican incumbent Astorino, has researched the competing proposals .

Joseph A . Glazer, a spokesman for Latimer, said a deal of this magnitude should not be undertaken without a full public review . Latimer “intends to work with Westchester’s legislators and the affected communities across the county to determine the best way forward for Westchester Airport,” he said .

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THE LIST

HOME HEALTH CARE SERVICES

FAIRFIELD COUNTY

Home Health Care Agencies Listed alphabetically.

Chaifetz Family Hospice

4200 Park Ave, Bridgeport 06604 396-1136 • jseniors.org

Compass Care LLC

777 Summer St., Suite 303, Stamford 06901 855-535-2500 • carewhenyouneedit.com

Constellation Health Services

14 Westport Ave., Norwalk 06851 800-860-6656 • constellationhs.com

DanielCare LLC

188 North St., Stamford 06901 569-4900 • danielcare.com

Family & Children's Agency 140 Water St., Norwalk 06854 523-5336 • familyandchildrensagency.org

Grasmere by the Sea Adult Day Program

1 Post Road, Fairfield 06824 365-6470 • jseniors.org

Griswold Home Care

1122 Broadbridge Ave., Stratford 06615 502-7900 • griswoldhomecare.com/stratford

Jewish Senior Services, Friedman Home Care 4200 Park Ave., Bridgeport 06604 365-6400 • jseniors.org

Masonicare Home Health & Hospice

22 Masonic Ave., Wallingford 06492 679-5900 • masonicare.org

Premier Home Health Care of Connecticut

777 Summer St., Suite 404, Stamford 06901 358-9413 • premierhomehealthcare.com

Regional Hospice and Palliative Care 30 Milestone Road, Danbury 06810 702-7400 • regionalhospicect.org

Ridgefield Visiting Nurse Association (RVNA)

27 Governor St., Ridgefield 06877 438-5555 • ridgefieldvna.org

Senior Choice at Home

4200 Park Ave., Bridgeport 06604 365-6400 • jseniors.org

Sterling Care

235 Glenville Road, Third floor, Greenwich 06831 532-0500 • sterlingcare.com

Stratford Visiting Nurse Association Inc.

88 Ryders Lane, Stratford 06614 375-5871 • stratfordvna.org

Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Fairfield County

761 Main Ave., Suite 114, Norwalk 06851 800-898-4663 • visitingnurse.net

Visiting Nurse Services of Connecticut

765 Fairfield Ave., Bridgeport 06604 366-3821 • vnsct.org

Waveny at Home

21 Grove St., Second floor, New Canaan 06840 594-5462 • waveny.org

Waveny Home Healthcare

21 Grove St., Second floor, New Canaan 06840 594-5249 • waveny.org

Western Connecticut Home Care

(Formerly the Danbury Visiting Nurse Association) 24 Liberty St., Danbury 06810 792-4120 • westernconnecticuthealthnetwork.org

WILLCARE

(Formerly Connecticut Home Health Care Inc.) 56 Quarry Road, Trumbull 06611 374-4555 • willcare.com

Judy Malin, executive director Patricia Smithwick, community liaison pat@bethelvna.org 1927 Andrea Ruskin, medical director hospice@jseniors.org NA Stephen Limpe, co-founder, senior vice president and chief financial officer Ken Gills, director of client relations ken.gills@compasscarellc.com 2014 Laurel Twombly, strategic planning manager Brian Carter, communications coordinator bcarter@constellationhs.com 1985 Daniel Kraus, executive director daniel@danielcare.com 2007

Long-term care insurance plans

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Ligia Masilamani, director of home care services lmasilamani@fcagency.org 1942 Andrew Barnoff, president and CEO Sandy Jenkins adultday@jseniors.org 2010

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Cathy Howard, director cathy.howard@griswoldhomecare.com 1982

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Andrew Banoff, president and CEO homecare@jseniors.org 1973

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Veteran's Administration, long-term care insurance plans

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NA 1992

Oxford, Well Care, Community ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Health Network of CT, SWATKA, United Healthcare

Cynthia Emiry Roy, president and CEO info@regionalhospicect.org 1983

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Theresa Santoro, president and CEO tsantoro@ridgefieldvna.org 1914

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Mary Therien, president and CEO Jason Chiodo stratfordvna@stratfordvna.org 1919

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Aetna, Connecticare

Sharon M. Bradley, president and CEO info@visitingnurse.net 1912

Long-term care insurance and ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ other major insurance plans

Jeanne Bodyk, executive vice president and administrator 1909

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Social engagement, assistance with daily ✔ ✔ household tasks, maintaining medication schedules, transportation, personal care

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Unique programs for Asian and Russian communities

Outpatient physical, occupational and speech rehabilitation

✔ "Life care" membership program

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Geriatric care management, personal ✔ response systems and the option for 24-hour, live-in home care

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Advanced wound care/wound vac, cardiac/high-risk program and IV therapy

Palliative care, home telehealth, senior care management, live-in care, wellness seminars, community health screenings ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ and clinics, volunteer training, school nursing, medical social work, wound care and memory screenings Specialty services include high-tech home IV therapy, wound care, psychiatric ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ nursing, palliative care and pain management and hospice care

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Veterans Affairs , long-term care insurance and media plans

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This list is a sampling of home health care agencies that are located in the region. If you would like to include your agency in our next list, please contact Danielle Renda at drenda@westfairinc.com.

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Palliative home care, grief and ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ bereavement counseling and hospice care, including perinatal care

Private pay

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Medical social work services include counseling sessions, psychosocial analysis, support-group suggestions and bereavement counseling

Social workers, home exercise program, ✔ awareness for early detection and treatment and health monitoring

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Eric Armenat, president and CEO NA 1983

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Specialized training in Alzheimer's and dementia and end-of-life care

Personal care, intergenerational activities, transportation, unisex halr salon on site, access to comprehensive rehabilitation services Specialized services for Alzheimer's and Dementia, post-surgery and rehab, ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ neuromuscular and adults with disabilities, fall prevention Medical and nonmedical home care services to assist with restoration of ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ health following illness or surgery, or assisting with activities of daily living Complimentary therapies, including massage and aromatherapy; specialized ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ care, including stress management and specialized retreats

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William Piper, CEO Helen Bonk, administrator info@waveny.org 2013 William Piper, CEO Helen Bonk, administrator info@waveny.org 2012 John M. Murphy, president and CEO Cathy Frierson, chief human resources officer 1911

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Transportation and errand services, ✔ ✔ ✔ grief and loss counseling, emotional support and spiritual guidance

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Michele Gerard Ackerman, director of nursing 1895

Andrew Banoff, president and CEO seniorchoiceathome@jseniors.org 2011 Steven Katz, owner steve.katz@sterlingcare.com 2009

Live-in home health aids, personal ✔ emergency response services, help with chores, home modification

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trained home health aides

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physical therapy respite care skilled nursing speech therapy support for caregivers

private insurance

workers' compensation

Medicaid

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nutrition counseling occupational therapy

70 Stony Hill Road, Bethel 06801 792-0864 • bethelvna.org

Other

Services provided

flu, pneumonia prevention homemaker, companion hospice at home medical equipment

Bethel Visiting Nurse Association Inc.

Medicare

Type(s) of insurance accepted

Blue Cross

Top local executive(s) Contact person (bold) Email address Year company established

managed care

Name, Address Area code: 203, unless otherwise noted Website

Nonmedical companion care can be provided through Waveny at Home

Public health and community wellness ✔ services, services by condition and services by life event

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Specialty programs include behavioral health, home infusion therapy, telehealth, diabetic care, wound care and fall-risk reduction

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ASK ANDI

BY ANDI GRAY

Should a manager do or manage?

One of our big clients says they only want my ops manager working with them — but he needs to be managing, not doing.

It’s easy to get on the manager’s case but there’s a lot happening out on the production floor. I want him making sure our best clients are satisfied; I don’t want him on the front line all day long.

THOUGHTS OF THE DAY: In today’s busy world, most managers have to split roles between managing and pitching in to get work out the door when needed . One top priority is making sure all employees are fully trained and accurate . Another top priority is insuring that customers’ needs get met . A third top priority is figuring out exactly who should be doing what . This manager needs to practice finding the balance between his top three roles .

Few managers today can afford the luxury of hands-off management . The

workplace moves quickly and issues crop up . Employees learn by doing in apprenticeships . Extra hands can alleviate backlogs . A skilled working manager pitching in where and when needed can be invaluable .

On the other hand, getting in the middle of work activities can become a trap .

For an experienced doer, who now is a manager, it’s so easy to step in and take over . And once that happens, employees stop learning, they come to rely on the manager bailing them out . In addition to losing perspective, the manager loses ability to leverage the personnel assets reporting to him or her .

A smart manager will take stock of the skill set each employee possesses . Step two is using that assessment to build individualized training programs designed to maximize productivity and minimize mistakes . Knowing which employees can be relied on to do their jobs right the first time will help a manager free up time to focus on employees who need help in one or more areas .

When customers ask for things, the only response should be, “how quickly

and how well can that request be met?”

Managers often get their jobs because they have above-average communication skills . That makes it a natural for them to communicate with each client, to better understand requests and explain what happens next . But when they do that, they train the customer to rely on them for information .

Smart managers will teach some or all of their staff to deal with customer requests . Ask employees to explain how they plan to handle specific situations before turning them loose . Help employees build listening and response skills by sitting in on phone calls, then reviewing what was said and planning what to do next . Openly compliment employees in front of customers in order to boost confidence that things will be handled properly . Critique activities in private, away from clients .

Help employees play to their strengths .

Assign tasks in a way that takes advantage of what each employee does best . Pair up weaker employees with someone who’s better . Recognize and reward the leaders who step up and do a good job train-

ing their peers . Build processes that take advantage of team activities .

Instead of immediately stepping up to the plate, a manager needs to learn to step back and assess what’s going on . Why is there a need for intervention? Is the workflow correct? Are procedures set up properly? Are the right people assigned to the right tasks? Who needs more training and who can do the training? Who gets customer service and how can they instill that in the rest of the team? Taking a deep breath before jumping in to help can be one of a managers’ best solutions .

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YEAR-END REVIEW: REAL ESTATE, CONSTRUCTION

New life, new look for century-old Norwalk theater

BY PHIL HALL phall@westfairinc.com

S

uzanne Cahill was slightly apologetic in offering a tour of Norwalk’s Wall Street Theater. “We just had a performance of ‘The Nutcracker’ and it’s a bit messy,” she said as the janitorial crew cleaned the lobby.

Cahill, president of the nonprofit Wall Street Theater Co., was joined on the tour

by Frank Farricker, president of Lockwood and Mead Real Estate in Greenwich and developer of the theater project. Together they worked to bring the long-vacant space back to life.

The Wall Street Theater began its life in 1915 as The Regent, a live-performance venue whose stage was graced by show business royalty, including John Barrymore, Lillian Gish and John Philip Sousa. The initials “TR” can still be seen at the peak of the theater’s proscenium arch. Renamed the Norwalk Theatre in 1939, it was a movie theater until closing half a century later in 1989.

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the theater reopened in 1993 as a concert venue called The Marquee that presented bands, including Wu-Tang Clan and Living Colour. The Marquee closed a year after its opening, only to return in a few months under new ownership as The Globe, with musical acts that included David Lee Roth, The Go-Go’s and Waylon Jennings. The property changed hands again in 1999 to become The Roxy dance club, but that incarnation only lasted one year.

The site remained closed to the public until May 15 this year, when the new Wall Street Theater had an opening gala featuring performances by Broadway singers that included Tony Award winner Betty Buckley and “Hamilton” star Mandy Gonzalez.

“This theater is important to various people of different ages,” said Farricker.

“It’s always been very important to Norwalk people. We see that all of the time and hear their stories. They come in here with their eyes open and can’t believe it’s back from the dead.”

But the resurrection of the theater

Suzanne Cahill, president of Wall Street Theater Co., and developer Frank Farricker have ambitious plans for the renovated Norwalk theater that reopened this year. Photo by Phill Hall.

was anything but quick and easy. The site at 71 Wall St. was initially a centerpiece of Norwalk’s Wall Street redevelopment plan. But disagreements arose between the site’s owners, Andrew D. Kydes and his wife Mary A. Kyriakides, and POKO Partners LLC, a Port Chester real estate development company that was brought in by the city to build a mixed-use retail and residential development in the surrounding neighborhood.

“It was carved out of the redevelopment because the owners at the time were not working in relationship with what the town’s goals were,” said Cahill, who is also president of Red Mat Publishing in Milford.

Cahill and Farricker acquired the site for the nonprofit in January 2014 after two years of negotiations, financing the deal through a $1.5 million grant from the state, an $8.8

million loan from Patriot Bank and federal and state historic tax credits. Renovation began in September that year, but progress was halted by a delay in approval of a loan through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Section 108 loan guarantee program for economic development projects.

“We were looking to get a loan guarantee through Norwalk from HUD on a HUD 108 loan,” Farricker said. “But someone from HUD in Hartford called us and said it was illegal to do any construction until you’re approved for the HUD loan, even though the HUD loan wouldn’t have taken place until we were completed. It took HUD eight months to decide as to whether they’d do the loan or not, so we had to shut construction down for eight months until they made up their mind.”

The total renovation work came to $10.5

million, Farricker said. In April, a Danbury contractor, The Morganti Group Inc., filed a mechanic’s lien in court for nearly $1.5 million in allegedly unpaid work on the theater. The lien was increased to $2.4 million in May and is in arbitration.

Wall Street Theater in its latest incarnation can seat 690 people and has a 1,000-person standing room capacity. Using removable seats instead of floorbolted seating enables different variations for the space, and Cahill noted that the theater is being sought out for corporate and nonprofit events.

“We can host anything from a Christmas party with a band playing to sales meetings,” she said. Rental fees are on a sliding scale and range from $4,500 to $13,000.

“We’re a live-streaming facility,” said Cahill. “We have six positioned cameras and we can live-stream all over the world.

Because of that, corporations can take advantage of our space, our sound and our lighting and can take their message to all of their corporate facilities. That’s different from anything that’s around here.”

Looking forward, Cahill is planning a youth-oriented musical theater program next year, along with a series of Broadwaylevel productions, dance events, stand-up comedy and karaoke happenings. “We’re not going to be a straight concert house,” she said. “We’re going to be an eclectic mix of things, especially with emerging artists and talent.”

Farricker added that the theater is working to become a self-reliant economic engine for this section of Norwalk. Other local businesses have expressed confidence in the theater’s ability to attract people to the neighborhood, he said. “We built it without insisting that Norwalk give us stuff. Norwalk has been helpful and supportive, but we did get a standard construction loan,” said Farricker.

“We paid for all of our permits. This is something we hope we can replicate in other communities.”

Cahill and Farricker are in negotiations with town officials in Stratford and Derby to acquire, renovate and reopen the longclosed American Shakespeare Theatre and the Sterling Opera House, respectively, in those communities.

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DEALS&DEEDS

LEASES AT 750 E. MAIN IN STAMFORD Approximately 35,000 square feet of new leases have been signed to a variety of tenants at the newly upgraded office building at 750 E . Main St . in Stamford, according to owner Forstone Capital LLC .

Most of the activity has been centered on two tenants, Rollease Acmeda Inc . and Office Evolution, both of which are expected to move in early next year .

Represented by Budd Wiesenberg and Bob Caruso of CBRE, Rollease Acmeda’s new corporate office and showroom will be on the seventh floor, totaling approximately 18,000 square feet . Formerly at 200 Harvard Ave . in Stamford, the company designs and manufactures window covering hardware, automated shades and machinery for use in both commercial and residential applications .

Office Evolution, a national franchise offering co-working spaces, conference rooms, virtual office services and fully furnished offices and suites, will be on the sixth floor of the building, occupying approximately 10,000 square feet . It was represented by Craig Ruoff of Cushman & Wakefield of Connecticut .

Designed by Beinfield Architecture, the building’s renovations include a new main entrance and vehicle access/circulation, a fully redesigned main lobby, and a modernized amenity package such as a cafeteria, updated fitness center and locker rooms, and new private board and game rooms .

Across the street from the BLT Financial Centre at 200 Elm St ., the building also offers tenants access to a dedicated shuttle to and from the city’s transportation center and to more than 300 covered parking spaces .

Additionally, on-site security personnel and property management is provided .

Norwalk Land Trust is applying for a loan from The Conservation Trust, a national nonprofit, and is fundraising locally to cover the $5 million purchase sum . A $1 million donation has already been made by the family of James Fieber, a senior managing partner at Valyrian Capital LLC .

The land trust protects 90 acres of Norwalk open space, including an existing easement on 5 .5 acres of the White Barn property that was home to Lucille Lortel’s White Barn Theatre from 1947 until 2002 .

NORWALK LAND TRUST TO BUY 15.4 ACRES

The Wescott, a 261-unit Class-A apartment building at 1450 Washington Blvd . in Stamford, has been sold for $67 million .

Built in 1986, the property underwent exterior and interior renovation in recent years and includes 8,500 square feet of vacant commercial space that was formerly occupied by medical tenants . CBRE Group Inc .'s Jeffrey Dunne, Gene Pride and Eric Apfel represented the seller, TH Real Estate, an affiliate of the TIAA company Nuveen .

The buyer is a private investment group in New Jersey that was not identified in the announcement of the transaction .

“The buyer is a rapidly growing investment group that has purchased 6,500 residential units in the past 24 months demonstrating the ongoing demand for multifamily assets in strong markets,” said Dunne, vice chairman of institutional properties

The Norwalk Land Trust said it has an agreement to buy the 15 .4-acre White Barn property in the Cranbury area of Norwalk for $5 million . The nonprofit needs to raise the purchase price by April 1 to complete the transaction .

The wooded property, one of the last large privately owned spaces in Norwalk, is along the Westport border and includes a 1-acre pond fed by the Stony Brook that is part of the Saugatuck River Watershed drainage basin that feeds into the Long Island Sound . Norwalk Land Trust stated that 78 Cranbury II LLC, which has permits to build 15 luxury homes on the property, agreed to work with them on an arrangement that will permanently preserve the property as undeveloped open space .

THE WESCOTT IN STAMFORD SELLS FOR $67M

at CBRE . “Stamford continues to attract significant interest given the 24/7 live, work, play lifestyle that is also pedestrian and transit centric . This is highly appealing to the new residents that continue to move to our market, as well as the employers that continue to expand .”

RIVERSIDE RETAIL COMPLEX SELLS FOR $5.8M A two-property retail complex in Riverside has been sold for $5 .8 million .

The complex consists of a 4,580-squarefoot, two-story mixed-use building on 0 .23 of an acre at 1075 E . Putnam Ave . and the adjacent one-story retail building at 5 Riverside Lane with 3,055 square feet of space on 0 .34 of an acre . The properties share a 47-space parking lot .

The buyers are the husband-wife team of Debra Ponzek and Greg Addonizio, who run the specialty food shop Aux Délices at 1075 E . Putnam Ave . The three other commercial tenants at 1075 E . Putnam Ave .

— Town Nails, Riverside Art & Frame and Centric Property Group — will remain .

The properties were sold by Jack and Vickie DeLuca and Ernest J. Gentile Realty, who also owned the Riverside Floor Covering store at 5 Riverside Lane that has moved across the street to 1076 E . Putnam Ave . Houlihan Lawrence commercial agent Terry Baxendale represented the sellers in the transaction .

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WESTCHESTER COUNTY

LAW FIRMS

WESTCHESTER COUNTY

Ranked by number of attorneys practicing in county.

Listed alphabetically in the event of a tie.

Name Address Area code: 914, unless otherwise noted Website

1

Wilson Elser Moskowitz Edelman & Dicker LLP

1133 Westchester Ave., White Plains 10604 323-7000 • wilsonelser.com

Jackson Lewis PC

2

44 S. Broadway, 14th floor, White Plains 10601 872-8060 • jacksonlewis.com

3

1 N. Lexington Ave., White Plains 10601 949-2700 • bpslaw.com

4

Bleakley Platt & Schmidt LLP

DelBello Donnellan Weingarten Wise & Wiederkehr LLP

1 N. Lexington Ave., White Plains 10601 681-0200 • ddw-law.com

Cuddy & Feder LLP

5

445 Hamilton Ave. 14th floor, White Plains 10601 761-1300 • cuddyfeder.com

6

1 N. Broadway, Suite 1004, White Plains 10601 285-9800 • kelaw.com

7

Kurzman Eisenberg Corbin & Lever LLP Leason Ellis LLP

1 Barker Ave., Fifth floor, White Plains 10601 288-0022 • leasonellis.com

8

Keane & Beane PC

9

Lowey Dannenberg Cohen & Hart PC

10

445 Hamilton Ave., White Plains 10601 946-4777 • kblaw.com

44 S. Broadway, Suite 110, White Plains 10601 997-0500 • lowey.com

McCarthy Fingar LLP

11 Martine Ave., 12th floor, White Plains 10606 946-3700 • mccarthyfingar.com

Vouté, Lohrfink, Magro & McAndrew LLP

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170 Hamilton Ave., Suite 315, White Plains 10601 946-1400 • vlmmc-law.com

12

733 Yonkers Ave., Suite 200, Yonkers 10704 476-0600 • sbjlaw.com

13 14 15

Smith Buss & Jacobs LLP

Welby, Brady & Greenblatt LLP

11 Martine Ave., 15th floor, White Plains 10606 428-2100 • wbgllp.com

O'Connor McGuinness Conte Doyle Oleson Watson & Loftus LLP

1 Barker Ave., Suite 675, White Plains 10601 948-4500 • omcdoc.com

Dorf & Nelson LLP

555 Theodore Fremd Ave., Rye 10580 381-7600 • dorflaw.com

16

Collen IP

17

Bartlett, McDonough & Monaghan LLP

80 S. Highland Ave., Ossining 10562 941-5668 • collenip.com

81 Main St., White Plains 10601 448-0200 • bmmllp.com

Harrington, Ocko & Monk LLP

81 Main St., Suite 215, White Plains 10601 686-4800 • homlegal.com

Christopher Fisher cfisher@cuddyfeder.com 1971 Lee Harrison Corbin and Jessica Galligan Goldsmith lcorbin@kelaw.com, jgoldsmith@kelaw.com 1986 David Leason leason@leasonellis.com 2008 Judson K. Siebert jsiebert@kblaw.com 1980 Barbara Hart and Gerald Lawrence bhart@lowey.com 1968 Phillip C. Landrigan, Howell Bramson info@mccarthyfingar.com 1945 Charles D. Lohrfink Jr. vlmmc@vlmmc-law.com 1963 Thomas W. Smith tsmith@sbjlaw.com 1991 Thomas H. Welby twelby@wbgllp.com 1988 Richard C. Oleson roleson@omcdoc.com 1945 Jon A. Dorf jdorf@dorflaw.com 1997 Jess M. Collen jcollen@collenip.com 1996 Clifford A. Bartlett clifford.bartlett@bmmllp.com NA Kevin J. Harrington, Glenn A. Monk and Robert S. Ocko lsolomon@homlegal.com

144 781

68 60 16

50 816

41 9 0

44 70

30 5 8

34 34

27 7 1

33 33

16 9 7

31 39

19 11 9

29 29 28 28 26 40 25 25 24 24 23 23 21 21 20 20 18 18 17 17 14 64 14 14

13 12 4 17 7 4 8 32 1 18 5 2 13 5 5 6 10 7 9 9 3 8 12 0 6 7 3 4 3 10 4 6 4 5 7 2

14 14

4 8 2

Zarin & Steinmetz

Michael D. Zarin, David S. Steinmetz david@zarin-steinmetz.net 1997

14 14

5 6 3

Max G. Gaujean mgaujean@bggplaw.com 2013

13 13

12 1 0

Brown, Gruttadaro, Gaujean, Prato & Sastow PLLC

1 N. Broadway, 10th Floor, White Plains 10601 949-5300 • bggplaw.com

Gaines, Novick, Ponzini, Cossu & Venditti LLP

1133 Westchester Ave., Suite N202, White Plains 10604 288-9595 • gainesllp.com

Cerussi & Spring PC

1 N. Broadway, White Plains 10601 948-1200 • cerussilaw.com

Danziger & Markhoff LLP

1133 Westchester Ave., Suite N208, White Plains 10604 948-1556 • dmlawyers.com

Goldberg Segalla LLP

11 Martine Ave., Suite 750, White Plains 10606 798-5400 • goldbergsegalla.com

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Alfred E. Donnellan aed@ddw-law.com 1995

Number of partners, associates, of counsel

Frank S. McCullough Jr. fmccullough@mgslawyers.com 1984

81 Main St., Suite 415, White Plains 10601 682-7800 • zarin-steinmetz.com

19

John Flannery, managing partner; and Patrick Geraghty, deputy regional managing partner john.flannery@wilsonelser.com 1978 Joseph A. Saccomano Jr. Office managing shareholder, White Plains joseph.saccomano@jacksonlewis.com 1958 William P. Harrington wpharrington@bpslaw.com 1937

Number of attorneys in county Total number in firm

McCullough, Goldberger & Staudt LLP

1311 Mamaroneck Ave., Suite 340, White Plains 10605 949-6400 • mcculloughgoldberger.com

18

Managing partner(s) or officer(s) Email address Year firm established

Veneruso, Curto, Schwartz & Curto LLP 35 E. Grassy Sprain Road, Suite 400, Yonkers 10710 779-1100 • vcsclaw.com

Steven H. Gaines sgaines@gainesllp.com 2000 Ronald G. Crispi pgianefello@cerussilaw.com 1985 Joel Danziger, Harris Markhoff danziger.markhoff@dmlawyers.com 1960 Richard J. Cohen rcohen@goldbergsegalla.com 2001 James J. Veneruso ssuttlehan@vcsclaw.com 2008

13 13 12 12 12 12 23 309 11 20

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The Problems with Probate!

By Anthony J. Enea

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or most New Yorkers having a last will and testament is ubiquitous.

As one ages, it is not unusual for the topic of a conversation to be whether one has signed his or her last will.

Unfortunately, what is often missing from the conversation is that a last will only controls assets held by an individual in his or her name alone at the time of his or her death (not jointly held assets or assets with named beneficiaries), and that for the last will to be effective as to those assets it must admitted to probate in the Surrogate’s Court of the County where the decedent resided.

The complexity, cost and delays associated with the probate process are not often discussed. The following are some of the reasons one should try to avoid utilizing a last will that needs to be admitted to probate upon one’s demise: (a) Avoiding the potentially significant legal fees and filing fees associated with the probate process.

While the legal fees may vary depending on where one resides and the experience of the attorneys retained, it is not unusual, depending on the complexity of the estate (size and number of assets subject to probate), for the fees to be approximately 3 percent to 5 percent of the decedent’s gross estate (the equivalent of an executor’s commission). Additionally, there are court filing fees associated with probate with the filing fee for an estate of $500,000 or greater being $1,250, which is the highest fee. There will also be small fees to obtain letters testamentary (the document appointing the executor).

In addition to the legal fees, an unanticipated expense can arise where the court needs to appoint a guardian ad litem (an attorney) to represent the interests of any beneficiary that is a “person under a disability.” Any minor child, disabled person (physical or mental) that is a beneficiary will require that a guardian ad litem be appointed for him or her to protect his or her interest in the probate proceeding. The guardian ad litem is required to file a report with the court. This often delays the admission of the last will to probate and the issuance of full letters testamentary to the named executor, and adds a potentially significant additional cost to the probate process. (b) The probate process can often take nine months to one year to complete from beginning to end. Even after the last will has been admitted to probate, there are filings such as the Inventory of Assets and Affidavit of Completion, which are

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pacity, that the will was the product of undue influence, duress or fraud and/or that said last will was not duly executed.

If one thinks the cost and expense of an uncontested probate process are high, the potential legal fees, expenses and delays associated with a challenge to one’s last will are significantly greater. (d) The Probate process is wholly devoid of any privacy.

One’s last will and testament is on file and open for public viewing. Additionally, the nature and value of the assets comprising one’s estate will need to be divulged in both the Probate Petition and Inventory of Assets. In my opinion, this lack of privacy is sufficient reason in and of itself to avoid the

required by the court at specific times after the will has been admitted to probate. Filing these forms often cause delays in completing the administration of the estate, which results in delaying the distribution of assets to the will’s beneficiaries. (c) The existence of a last will that needs to be admitted to probate increases the risk of a will contest.

Any distributee (person that would inherit if there is no last will) has to be cited (receive written notice) that the last will is being offered for probate. This presents the opportunity for said person to challenge the validity of the last will. Generally, the grounds for challenging a last will include that the decedent lacked testamentary ca-

Probate process.

In conclusion, the use of a trust, whether revocable and/or irrevocable, should be strongly considered as a tool to avoid the probate process and the potential costs and delays associated with it.

Anthony J. Enea, Esq. is a member of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano LLP with offices in White Plains and Somers, New York.

His office number is: 914-948-1500. He is a past chair of the Elder Law Section of NYSBA and Past President and Founding Member of the New York Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. He practices exclusively in elder law, wills, trusts and estates and guardianship proceedings.

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WESTCHESTER COUNTY

LAW FIRMS

WESTCHESTER COUNTY

Ranked by number of attorneys practicing in county.

Listed alphabetically in the event of a tie.

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Name Address Area code: 914, unless otherwise noted Website

Managing partner(s) or officer(s) Email address Year firm established

Collier, Halpern, Newberg & Nolletti LLP

Philip M. Halpern phalpern@chnnb.com 1983 Bernard A. Krooks bkrooks@littmankrooks.com 1990 Leslie Snyder lsnyder@snyderlaw.net 1990 James R. Denlea, Jeffrey I. Carton jdenlea@denleacarton.com, jcarton@denleacarton.com 2013 Stephen J. Jones sjones@jonesmorrisonlaw.com 2001 Kathy N. Rosenthal, Linda Markowitz thefirm@rosemarklaw.com 2000 Laurence Keiser lkeiser@skpllp.com 1994 Laurence Keiser lkeiser@skpllp.com 1994 Anthony J. Enea a.enea@esslawfirm.com 2005 Gary E. Bashian, Irving O. Farber garybashian@bashianfarberlaw.com 2005 James M. Coogan, William E. Sulzer and Michael F. Horgan info@gcbslaw.com Marshall T. Potashner, Esq. mpotashner@jaffeandasher.com 1974 Paul J. Marino pmarino@marinollp.com 2006

1 N. Lexington Ave., White Plains 10601 684-6800 • chnnb.com

Littman Krooks LLP

399 Knollwood Road, White Plains 10603 684-2100 • littmankrooks.com

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Snyder & Snyder LLP

94 White Plains Road, Tarrytown 10591 333-0700 • snyderlaw.net

Denlea & Carton LLP

2 Westchester Park Drive, Suite 410, White Plains 10604 331-0100 • denleacarton.com

Jones Morrison LLP

670 White Plains Road, Penthouse, Scarsdale 10583 472-2300 • jonesmorrisonlaw.com

Rosenthal & Markowitz LLP

399 Knollwood Road, Suite 107, White Plains 10603 347-1292 • rosemarklaw.com

Stern Keiser & Panken LLP

1025 Westchester Ave., Room 305, White Plains 10604 428-8800 • skpllplaw.com

West Group Law PLLC

81 Main St., Suite 510, White Plains 10601 898-2400 • westgrouplaw.com

Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano LLP

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245 Main St., White Plains 10601 269-2367 • esslawfirm.com

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235 Main St., Sixth floor, White Plains 10601 290-4550 • bashianfarberlaw.com

Bashian & Farber LLP

Griffin, Coogan Sulzer & Horgan PC 51 Pondfield Road, Bronxville 10708 961-1300 • gcshlaw.com

Jaffe & Asher LLP

445 Hamilton Ave., Suite 405, White Plains 10601 212-687-3000 • jaffeandasher.com

Marino Partners LLP

15 Fisher Lane, Suite 200, White Plains 10603 368-4525 • marinollp.com

Meiselman, Packman, Nealon, Scialabba & Baker PC

1311 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains 10605 517-5000 • mpnsb.com

Oxman Law Group

120 Bloomingdale Road, Suite 100, White Plains 10605 422-3900 • oxmanlaw.com

Rattet PLLC

202 Mamaroneck Ave., Suite 300, White Plains 10601 381-7400 • NA

Yankwitt LLP

140 Grand St., Fifth floor, White Plains 10601 686-1500 • yankwitt.com

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Kramer Kozek LLP

445 Hamilton Ave., Suite 604, White Plains 10601 683-3500 • kramerkozek.com

Sacks Law Group PC

711 Westchester Ave., White Plains 10604 428-8300 • sackslawgroup.com

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Andrew Greene & Associates PC 202 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains 10601 948-4800 • NA

Hyman & Gilbert

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1843 Palmer Ave., Larchmont 10538 833-5297 • hymangilbert.com

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800 Westchester Ave., Suite S320, Rye Brook 10573 253-9255 • amorusolaw.com

Amoruso & Amoruso LLP Falcon & Singer PC

2 Westchester Park Drive, Suite 107, White Plains 10604 694-8400 • falconsinger.com

Maniatis & Dimopoulos PC 73 Main St., Tuckahoe 10707 472-4242 • dimolaw.com

Scalise & Hamilton LLP

670 White Plains Road, Suite 325, Scarsdale 10583 725-2801 • scaliseandhamiltonllp.com

Myra I. Packman info@mpnsb.com 1977 John Kirkpatrick jkirkpatrick@oxmanlaw.com 2001 Robert L. Rattet, founding partner rrattet@ddw-law.com 1975 Russell Yankwitt russell@yankwitt.com 2009 Deborah Sherman, Georgia Kramer, Neil E. Kozek kozek@kramerkozek.com 2004 Warren S. Sacks wsacks@sackslawgroup.com 1995 Andrew Greene ag@aglaws.net 2007 Rita K. Gilbert 1983 Michael J. Amoruso joan@amorusolaw.com 2001 Douglas Singer dsinger@falconsinger.com 1995 Gus Dimopoulos gd@dimolaw.com 2005 Deborah A. Scalise dscalise@scalisethics.com 1997

Number of attorneys in county Total number in firm 10 10 10 18 9 9 8 8 8 10 8 8 8 8 8 8 7 7 6 8 6 6 6 33 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 7 5 5 5 5 4 4 3 3 2 3 2 6 2 2 2 3

This list is a sampling of law firms that are located in the region. If you would like to include your firm in our next list, please contact Danielle Renda at drenda@westfairinc.com.

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Number of partners, associates, of counsel 2 4 4 6 9 3 5 3 1 2 0 6 7 3 2 3 1 4 5 2 1 3 4 1 7 2 0 3 3 2 3 2 0 2 4 0 1 4 1 3 1 2 4 2 0 5 0 1 3 1 3 3 2 1 1 4 0 0 3 1 1 2 0 2 0 1 5 0 1 1 1 1 2 0 1

Successful Aging: Keane & Beane, P.C. Participates in Senior Law Day

by Sarah A. Steckler

T

he Westchester County community is fortunate to have a robust array of professionals, organizations and caring individuals with a variety of backgrounds and abilities who are dedicated to the cause of successful aging. The Senior Law Day Programs assist families to successfully plan for their future, answer legal questions and provide free programming to the county. The 2017 program year is finishing on a high note.

This year, we completed over 500 free oneon-one consultations for our residents, with skilled estate and elder law attorneys, a record number. In 2017, and in every year since our start in 1999, we have been dedicated to promoting the legal, financial and overall health of seniors and their families in Westchester County.

The Senior Law Day Collaborative which consists of attorneys, accountants, financial planners, insurance professionals and geriatric social workers plans to expand its reach in 2018. We are focused on being a trusted community resource on a wide range of elder law, healthcare and financial issues for seniors and their families.

We closely partner with Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services (DSPS) and encourage Westchester residents to call the DSPS help line at 914-813-6436 with any concerns related to aging. DSPS often refers the call to the appropriate member of our Collaborative.

We screen each professional before he or she joins, so that residents do not have to worry about potential scams or otherwise being sold something they do not need. In 2018, we plan to offer: • View at home YouTube videos of our most popular programs through the Westchester Library System; • Greater use of the guide “Elder Law Q&A: An Introduction to Aging Issues and Planning for the Future” to supplement our live programming. The Elder Law Q&A is available at https://www.kblaw.com/ wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Elder-LawQA-Ed18-OnlineEnglish-FINAL.pdf as a valuable community resource.

• Two half-day Senior Law Day Programs to serve our diverse residents. Mt. Kisco will host the first Senior Law Day of 2018 on Apr. 10, and we will return to the County Center in White Plains on Oct. 16; • Increased programming for Westchester’s Spanish-speaking population; and

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Law Day Program Director in 2018, with my Keane & Beane P.C. colleague Steven A. Schurkman serving as a Program Co-Chair.

Cristina Riggio and Christopher J. Aventuro are also active. We work with a wonderful committee of more than 100 colleagues, many of whom volunteer tirelessly and take on leadership roles. Senior Law Day is presented by the Westchester County DSPS, the Westchester Public/Private Partnership for Aging Services, and the Ninth Judicial District of the New York State Office of Court Administration.

We look forward to another year of em-

• More single-session programs in local communities throughout the County during the year.

I am pleased to continue as the Senior

powering Westchester’s older adults to remain in their homes and age with dignity, independence and civic involvement.

For more information and free resources, visit www.seniorlawday.info or follow us on Twitter @seniorlawday or like us on facebook. We thank our generous sponsors for their support — please visit our website for the full list.

Sarah A. Steckler has been an associate attorney with Keane & Beane P.C. since 2011. She practices in elder law and estate planning and is a Department of Veterans Affairs accredited attorney.

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FAIRFIELD COUNTY

LAW FIRMS

FAIRFIELD COUNTY

Ranked by number of attorneys practicing in the county.

Listed alphabetically in the event of a tie.

Name Address Area code: 203, unless otherwise noted Website

Managing partner(s) or officer(s) Email address Year firm established

Pullman & Comley LLC

James T. Shearin, chairman jtshearin@pullcom.com 1919 Michael J. Herling mherling@fdh.com 1987 David A. Ball mdonovan@cohenandwolf.com 1951

1

850 Main St., Bridgeport 06601 330-2000 • pullcom.com

2

6 Landmark Square, Stamford 06901 325-5000 • fdh.com

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Finn Dixon & Herling LLP Cohen and Wolf PC

1115 Broad St., Bridgeport 06604 368-0211 • cohenandwolf.com

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP

Jonathan B. Mills jmills@cl-law.com 1909

42 66

46 15 5

Stanley Twardy Jr. satwardy@daypitney.com 1902

40 280

18 10 12

Berchem, Moses & Devlin PC

Marsha Belman Moses, firm managing partner Ira W. Bloom, Westport managing partner ibloom@bmdlaw.com 1933

37 37

20 14 3

Wiggin and Dana LLP

Paul Hughes phughes@wiggin.com 1934 Michael J. Jones, Jennifer D. Port, Steven B. Steinmetz, Michael P. Murray, Stephen G. Walko info@ibolaw.com 1950 Robert O. Hickey rohickey@ryandelucalaw.com 1966

33 147

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32 34

19 9 6

32 40

15 20 5

30 178

17 6 7

707 Summer St., Suite 300, Stamford 06901 425-4200 • carmodylaw.com

Cummings & Lockwood LLC

6 Landmark Square, Stamford 06901 327-1700 • cl-law.com

Day Pitney LLP

1 Canterbury Green, Stamford 06901 • 977-7300 24 Field Point Road, Greenwich 06830 • 862 7800 daypitney.com 1221 Post Road East, Westport 06880 • 227-9545 75 Broad St., Milford 06460 • 783-1200 • 9 Morgan Ave., Norwalk 06851 • 853-7997 bmdlaw.com 281 Tresser Blvd., Stamford 06901 363-7600 • wiggin.com

Ivey, Barnum & O'Mara LLC

170 Mason St., Greenwich 06830 • 661-6000 65 Locust Ave., New Canaan 06840 • 966-1492 ibolaw.com

Shipman & Goodwin LLP

300 Atlantic St., Stamford 06901; 289 Greenwich Ave., Greenwich 06830 324-8100 • 869-5600 • shipmangoodwin.com

Robinson & Cole LLP

1055 Washington Blvd., Stamford 06901 462-7500 • rc.com 500 W. Putnam Ave., Greenwich 06830 869-3800 • wbamct.com

13

Wilson Elser

1010 Washington Blvd., Stamford 06901 388-9100 • wilsonelser.com

Brody Wilkinson PC

2507 Post Road, Southport 06890 319-7100 • brodywilk.com

Diserio Martin O'Connor & Castiglioni LLP

1 Atlantic St., Stamford 06901 358-0800 • dmoc.com

14 15

Zeldes, Needle & Cooper

1000 Lafayette Blvd., Bridgeport 06601 19 Old Kings Highway, Darien 06820 333-9441 • znclaw.com

Goldman Gruder & Woods LLC

200 Connecticut Ave., Norwalk 06854 899-8900 • goldmangruderwoods.com

Koskoff, Koskoff & Bieder

350 Fairfield Ave., Bridgeport 06604 336-4421 • koskoff.com

Verrill Dana LLP

33 Riverside Ave., Westport 06880 222-0885 • verrilldana.com

16

Halloran & Sage LLP

315 Post Road West, Westport 06880 • 227-2855 133 Deer Hill Ave., Danbury 06810 • 798-1000 halloransage.com

17

Withers Bergman LLP

18

Silver Golub & Teitell LLP

184 Atlantic St., Stamford 06901 325-4491• sgtlaw.com

19

148 Deer Hill Ave., Danbury 06810 885-1938 • chgjtlaw.com

1700 E. Putnam Ave., Greenwich 06870 302-4100 • withersworldwide.com

Collins, Hannafin PC

Gilbride, Tusa, Last & Spellane LLC 31 Brookside Drive, Greenwich 06830 • 622-9360 175 Elm St., New Canaan 06840 • 920-4795 gtlslaw.com

20

50 50

34 10 2

Whitman Breed Abbott & Morgan LLC

12

51 51

68 21 6 21 23 7 34 9 7

46 76

Ryan Ryan Deluca LLP

11

53 95

Number of partners, associates, of counsel

Brian T. Henebry bhenebry@carmodylaw.com 1990

707 Summer St., Stamford 06901 357-9200 • ryandelucalaw.com

10

Number of attorneys in county Total number in firm

Holland & Knight LLP

1 Stamford Plaza, 263 Terser Blvd., Suite 1400, Stamford 06901 905-4500 • hklaw.com

Alan E. Lieberman alieberman@goodwin.com 1919 April F. Condon, partner in charge, Stamford office acondon@rc.com 1845 Harry E. Peden III hpeden@wbamct.com 2000 Brian Del Gatos Regional managing partner, Connecticut brian.delgatto@wilsonelser.com 1978

Peter T. Mott pmott@brodywilk.com 1998 William A. Durkin III wdurkin@dmoc.com 1983 Maximino Medina Jr. mmedina@znclaw.com 1971 Michael L. Goldman mgoldman@goldgru.com 1995 James Horowitz NA 1936 Keith C. Jones kjones@verrilldana.com 1862 Stephen P. Fogerty, managing attorney, Westport fogerty@halloransage.com 1935 David M. Lehn inquiries.gw@withers.us.com 1962 Richard A. Silver rsilver@sgtlaw.com 1978 Edward J. Hannafin plathrop@chgjtlaw.com 1963 Thomas P. Spellane info@gtlslaw.com 1983 Evan Seidman evan.seideman@hklaw.com 1968

24 211 24 24 23 781 22 22 22 35 19 19 18 18 18 18 18 134 17 102 16 500 15 16 14 14

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LAW FIRMS

FAIRFIELD COUNTY

Ranked by number of attorneys practicing in the county.

Listed alphabetically in the event of a tie.

Name Address Area code: 203, unless otherwise noted Website

Managing partner(s) or officer(s) Email address Year firm established

Locke Lord LLP

Scott. D. Wofsy Stamford office managing partner scott.wofsy@lockelord.com

13 749

NA 1968

11 22

1 Canterbury Green, 201 Broad St., Stamford 06901 975-7575 • lockelord.com

Zeisler & Zeisler PC

21

10 Middle St., Bridgeport 06604 368-4234 • zeislaw.com

22

777 Summer St., Stamford 06901 327-2000 • lawcts.com

Cacace Tusch & Santagata Ferguson Cohen LLP

25 Field Point Road, Greenwich 06830 661-5222 • fercolaw.com

Gregory and Adams

190 Old Ridgefield Road, Wilton 06894 762-9000 • gregoryandadams.com

Murtha Cullina LLP

177 Broad St., Stamford 06901 653-5400 • murthalaw.com

Willinger, Willinger & Bucci PC

855 Main St., Bridgeport 06604 366-3939 • wwblaw.com

23

Martin LLP

262 Harbor Drive, Stamford 06902 625-4721 • martinllp.net

Rosenblum Newfield LLC

1 Landmark Square, Fifth floor, Stamford 06901 358-9200 • rosenblumnewfield.com

24

Carta, McAlister & Moore LLC

1120 Post Road, Darien 06820 202-3100 • cmm-law.com

Gager, Emerson, Rickart, Bower & Scalzo LLP

325 Main Street South, Southbury 06488 • 262-6000 2 Stony Hill Road, Bethel 06801 • 207-5400 gagerlaw.net

Rucci Law Group LLC

19 Old Kings Highway South, Darien 06820 202-9686 • ruccilawgroup.com

25

Russo & Associates LLC

2507 Post Road, Southport 06890 254-7579 • russoassoc.com

Tremont Sheldon Robinson Mahoney PC

64 Lyon Terrace, Bridgeport 06604 212-9075 • tremontsheldon.com

26

Brody and Associates LLC

120 Post Road West, Suite 101, Westport 06880 454-0560 • brodyandassociates.com

Lax & Truax LLC

2507 Post Road, Suite PH, Southport 06890 254-9877 • laxandtruax.com

Nusbaum & Parrino PC

212 Post Road West, Westport 06880 226-8181 • nusbaumparrino.com

Rutkin, Oldham & Griffin, LLC

5 Imperial Ave., Westport 06880 227-7301 • rutkinoldham.com

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Law Offices of Seth J. Arnowitz LLC

733 Stamford St., Suite 302, Stamford 06901 195 Danbury Road, Suite 120, Wilton 06897 348-7722 • ctattorney.com

Lev Berlin & Sousa, PC

200 Connecticut Ave., Norwalk 06854 838-8500 • levberlin.com

McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter LLP

30 Jelliff Lane, Southport 06890 319-4000 • mdmc-law.com

28 29

Cramer & Ahern

38 Post Road West, Westport 06880 222-7000 • cramerahern.com

Jones Morrison LLP

1 Landmark Square, 21st floor, Stamford 06901 965-7700 • jonesmorrisonlaw.com

Michael J. Cacace mcacace@lawcts.com 1982 John J. Ferguson jferguson@fercolaw.com 2006 Ralph E. Slater rslater@gregoryandadams.com 1964 Jennifer Morgan Delmonico jdelmonico@murthalaw.com 1936 Charles J. Willinger Jr. cjwillinger@wwblaw.com 1991 Christopher G. Martin cmartin@martinllp.net 2000 James Rosenblum jbra@jbraesq.com 1992 Mark R. Carta mark@cmm-law.com 2010 Kathy Bower, managing partner, Southbury branch bower@gagerlaw.net 1917 Amy Zabetakis info@ruccilawgroup.com 2011 Robert D. Russo Rob@russoassoc.com 2006 Robert Sheldon, Cindy Robinson and Jason Tremont info@tremontsheldon.com 1960 Robert G. Brody rbrody@brodyandassociates.com 1997 Sandra P. Lax, Louise T. Truax 1998 Edward Nusbaum, Thomas Parrino mll@nusbaumparrino.com 1983 Arnold H. Rutkin, Sarah S. Oldham, David W. Griffin soldham@rutkinoldham.com 1982 Seth Arnowitz seth@ctattorney.com 1998 Jack H. Sousa info@levberlin.com 1995 Edward B. Deutsch, managing partner New England offices edeutsch@mdmc-law.com 1983 Allan P. Cramer allen.cramer@cramerandahern.com 1968 Stephen J. Jones sjones@jonesmorrisonlaw.com 2001

Number of attorneys in county Total number in firm

10 10 10 21 10 10 10 191 10 10 8 11 8 9 7 7 7 7 7 9 6 6 6 6 5 6 5 5 5 5 5 69

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This list is a sampling of law firms that are located in the region. If you would like to include your firm in our next list, please contact Danielle Renda at drenda@westfairinc.com.

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2 0 1 7 3 2

Proudly providing legal services since 1971.

Westchester 445 Hamilton Avenue 14th Floor White Plains, NY 10601 New York City 500 Fifth Avenue New York, NY 10110 Hudson Valley 300 Westage Business Center Fishkill, NY 12524 Connecticut 733 Summer Street Stamford, CT 06901

T 914 761 1300 I F 914 761 5372 cuddyfeder.com

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Non Profit Organizations Telecommunications Real Estate Trusts, Estates + Elder Law Energy + Environmental

Community Partnerships “Through Bankwell’s sponsorship, The Maritime Aquarium is able to make the wonders of the Aquarium available to area youth and their families, regardless of their ability to pay. Our partnership represents a united effort in creating a positive future – Bankwell, with their dedication to helping the community save for financial security; and the Aquarium, with our focus on educating and inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards. We couldn’t be more excited to work with an organization that is truly invested in the community.”

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WESTCHESTER COUNTY

ACCOUNTING FIRMS

WESTCHESTER COUNTY AND REGION

Number of CPAs in county, nationwide

Number of Number of partners accounting in county, professionals nationwide in county, nationwide auditing

business planning

computer consulting

estate planning

government accounting

litigation support

management consulting

personal planning

small-business services

tax services

Ranked by number of CPAs in county. Listed alphabetically in the event a of tie.

Kevin J. Keane Kathleen O'Toole kkeane@pkfod.com 1891

148 246

248 648

50 88

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Alan G. Badey Laura DiDiego ldidiego@citrincooperman.com 1979

73 414

102 713

23 193

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Arnold I. Marden CPA, Stephen J. Harrison CPA Co-office managing partners, White Plains 1919

23 950

49 2,125

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James R. D'Arcangelo, Vincent P. Pancaldo, Alfred F. Thoben, Barbara J. Greene, Anthony Pennella and Michael Lisa kcampanile@darcangelo.com 1950

18 80

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Anthony J. Tempesta Diane Paoletta dpaoletta@markspaneth.com 1907

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44 527

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Anthony J. Justic AJJ@mgroupusa.com 1985

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Anthony Uzzo, Blaise Fredella, Richard Vaccariello, Anthony Siniscalchi and Raymond Magi auzzo@auzzo.com 1984

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David M. Peretz, Mark Hausner and Robert Mitgang dperetz@peretzcpas.com 1990

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11 11

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Scott Martin, Larry Holzberg and Hal Martin Barbara Chipelo bchipelo@brmcpa.com 1929

8 8

10 10

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Glenn Friedman and David Neste David M. VanHerwynen dvanherwynen@pragermetis.com 2013

8 100

14 350

Victor J. Cannistra CPA PC

Victor J. Cannistra victorc@cannistracpa.com 1975

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ABD Associates LLP

Rebecca Drechsel, managing partner rebeccad@abdcpa.com 1974

5 5

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PKF O'Connor Davies LLP

500 Mamaroneck Ave., Harrison 10528 381-8900 • pkfod.com

Citrin Cooperman

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709 Westchester Ave., White Plains 10604 949-2990 • citrincooperman.com

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10 Bank St., Suite 1190, White Plains 10606 684-2700 • cohnreznick.com

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D'Arcangelo & Company LLP *

800 Westchester Ave., Suite N-400, Rye Brook 10573 694-4600 • darcangelo.com

Marks Paneth LLP

4 Manhattanville Road, Suite 402, Purchase 10577 524-9000 • markspaneth.com

Maier, Markey & Justic LLP

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222 Bloomingdale Road, Suite 400, White Plains 10605 644-9200 • mgroupusa.com

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800 Westchester Ave., Rye Brook 10573 694-8800 • auzzo.com

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303 S. Broadway, Suite 105, Tarrytown 10591 332-5393 • peretzcpas.com

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A. Uzzo & Company CPAs PC

Peretz, Resnick, Mitgang & Marcus LLP

Band, Rosenbaum & Martin PC

440 Mamaroneck Ave., Suite 508, Harrison 10528 636-7200 • brmcpa.com

Prager Metis CPAs, LLC

333 Westchester Ave., White Plains 10604 218-1300 • pragermetis.com

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43 Kensico Drive, Second floor, Mount Kisco 10549 241-3605 • cannistracpa.com

50 Broadway, Hawthorne 10532 747-9000 • abdcpa.com

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ACCOUNTING FIRMS

WESTCHESTER COUNTY AND REGION

WESTCHESTER COUNTY

Number of CPAs in county, nationwide

Number of Number of partners accounting in county, professionals nationwide in county, nationwide auditing

business planning

computer consulting

estate planning

Ranked by number of CPAs in county. Listed alphabetically in the event a of tie.

Alan D. Rosenberg and Jody H. Chesnov alan@rcmycpa.com 1973

5 7

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Sanossian, Sardis & Company LLP

George Sanossian george.sanossian@sscpa.com 1985

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Blum & Bernstein LLP

Eric Blum ericb4@optonline.net 1945

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Hymes & Associates CPA PC

Michael S. Hymes michael@hymescpa.com 1992

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Reda, Romano & Company LLP

Al Reda CPA info@redacpa.com 1989

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Peter Formanek peter@foadvisor.com 1975

4 4

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Robert Bernstein Adam Schuman rbernstein@grassicpas.com 1980

2 93

5 228

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William A Shmerler Ford Levy cybercpa3@aol.com 1913

2 6

7 7

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Donald R. Karlewicz dkarlewicz@gkgcpa.com NA 1981

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Phillip E. Goldstein NA mail@glcpas.com 1946

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Jason Giordano, managing partner Brian Powers, vice president of marketing info@jgspc.com 1932

11 (Hudson Valley) 11

24 (Hudson Valley) 24

6 (Hudson Valley) 6

Thomas Weddell Erin Blabac eblabac@vddw.com NA

44 44

85 85

Greg Budnik, market managing partner, Connecticut and Westchester County, N.Y. jena.rascoe@rsmus.com 1926

64 3,459

147 7,570

55 Pondfield Road, Bronxville 10708 961-1200 • hymescpa.com

800 Westchester Ave., Suite N405, Rye Brook 10573 701-0170 • redacpa.com

Weinstein & Formanek PC CPAs & Family Office Advisor

141 E. Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck 10543 698-4123 • foadvisor.com

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Grassi & Co.

2 Westchester Park Drive, Suite 200, White Plains, 10604 849-0320 • grassicpas.com

Maxwell Shmerler & Company, CPAs

11 Martine Ave., Suite 970, White Plains 10606 681-0400 • msco-cpa.com

GKG CPAs

470 Mamaroneck Ave., Suite 302, White Plains 10605 219-5678 • gkgcpa.com

Goldstein Lieberman & Company LLC

Not ranked

1 International Blvd., Suite 700, Mahwah, N.J. 07495 201-512-5700 • glcpas.com

Judelson, Giordano & Siegel CPA PC

633 Route 211 East, Middletown 10941 845-692-9500 • jgspc.com

RBT CPAs, LLP

11 Racquet Road, Newburgh 12550 845-567-9000 • rbtcpas.com

RSM US LLP

200 Elm St., Suite 200, Stamford 06902 327-3112 • rsmus.com

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220 White Plains Road, Tarrytown 10591 631-1010

personal planning

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700 White Plains Road, Scarsdale 10583 725-9800 • sscpa.co

management consulting

Rosenberg & Chesnov CPAs LLP

555 Taxter Road, Suite 305, Elmsford 10523 722-6901 • rcmycpa.com

Services

litigation support

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government accounting

Name Address Area code: 914, unless otherwise noted Website

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Accounting firms listed as "not ranked" are located outside of Westchester County but serve the region.

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ACCOUNTING FIRMS

FAIRFIELD COUNTY

FAIRFIELD COUNTY

Ranked by number of CPAs in county. Listed alphabetically in the event of a tie.

Number of CPAs in county, nationwide

Number of accounting professionals in county, nationwide

Number of partners in county, nationwide

auditing

business planning

computer consulting

Heather Ziegler Managing partner, Stamford usdeloitteeminence@deloitte.com 1895

290 9,485

491 27,000

118 3,033

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Kenneth Seel kseel@kpmg.com 1897

142 10,920

258 25,829

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Scott W. Davis Managing partner, Stamford market scott.w.davis@pwc.com 1849

100 12,995

313 38,487

54 3,014

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Anthony Scillia, regional managing partner, and John Mezzanotte, office managing partner NA

68 575

178 1,500

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Greg Budnik Market managing partner, Connecticut and Westchester County, N.Y. jena.rascoe@rsmus.com 1926

64 3,459

147 7,570

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Frank Longobardi, CEO Jeff Rossi, office managing partner, Stamford jeffrey.rossi@cohnreznick.com 1919

60 600

300 2,700

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Mark L. Fagan mfagan@citrincooperman.com 1979

26 414

34 713

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Joseph A. Kask, CEO Thomas A. DeVitto tdevitto@blumshapiro.com 1980

25 185

33 185

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Capossela Cohen LLC

David J. Fuchs info@capossela.com 1946

19 19

25 25

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Reynolds & Rowella LLP

Frank A. Rowella Jr. frankr@reynoldsrowella.com 1985

19 19

30 36

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Eric N. Hendlin, managing partner erich@dhls.com 1990

18 18

30 30

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Kevin J. Keane Kathleen O'Toole bblasnik@pkfod.com 1891

17 246

35 648

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3001 Summer St., Stamford 06905 356-9800 • kpmg.com

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KPMG LLP

PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

300 Atlantic St., Stamford 06901 539-3000 • pwc.com

4

Marcum LLP

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RSM US LLP

35 Mason St., Suite 1D, Greenwich 06830 781-9800 • marcumllp.com

200 Elm St., Suite 200, Stamford 06902 327-3112 • rsmus.com

CohnReznick LLP

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4 Landmark Square, Suite 410, Stamford 06525 399-1900 • cohnreznick.com

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37 North Ave., Norwalk 06851 847-4068 • citrincooperman.com

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2 Enterprise Drive, Shelton 06484 944-2100 • blumshapiro.com

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Citrin Cooperman

BlumShapiro

368 Center St., Southport 06890 254-7000 • capossela.com

90 Grove St., Suite 101, Ridgefield 06877 438-0161 • reynoldsrowella.com

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Dworken, Hillman, LaMorte & Sterczala PC

4 Corporate Drive, Suite 488, Shelton 06484 929-3535 • dhls.com

PKF O'Connor Davies LLP

3001 Summer St., Stamford 06905 323-2400 • pkfod.com

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695 E. Main St., Stamford 06901 708-4000 • deloitte.com

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Are your technology investments really improving your business?

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By Jarrett Meiers

s an IT advisor, I get the privilege of working with business leaders that are trying to extract greater value out of their IT investments. One of the fi rst questions I ask when I start a new engagement, is if their current technology investments have been improving their business. The answers usually fall into two categories: not really or can’t tell for sure.

Deriving value from technology This scenario should not come as much of a surprise. The typical business leaders we work with rely on technology in many aspects of their business, but they have a sneaking suspicion it could do more, integrate better and cost less. They also have an IT department or managed service

provider that delivers a steady stream of requests for upgrades and special projects throughout the year. These requests usually leave them weary, unsure of the benefit they will have on the business, but without concrete evidence otherwise, they may approve them out of a sense of obligation, hope, or fear of falling behind.

Year after year more money gets spent yet real improvement in the business is hard to fi nd.

“Which brings us back to my question, are they improving their business, or are they just improving their technology?”

The time for a change To address this dilemma, I started the Blueprint Essential IT Advisory division as part of Reynolds + Rowella’s consulting offerings. We offer support to these very

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This standard level of IT direction means you are always covered with structure, analysis, planning and advice. I’m happy to say our work is creating a new dynamic for business leaders, one that puts executives back in control by tying technology to the needs and direction of the business, not an IT wish list.

Before you make your next big IT decision, think about if it’s really going to improve your business and if you aren’t sure, maybe it’s time to give us a call.

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FAIRFIELD COUNTY

ACCOUNTING FIRMS

FAIRFIELD COUNTY

Number of CPAs in county, nationwide

Number of accounting professionals in county, nationwide

Number of partners in county, nationwide

auditing

business planning

Ranked by number of CPAs in county. Listed alphabetically in the event of a tie.

David Migani, managing partner Shari Elias selias@bhcbcpa.com 1959

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Grant Thornton LLP

Frank Kurre, managing partner, metro New York and New England 1924

12 2,500

30 6,675

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Kahan, Steiger & Company PC

Brian McGeady bmcgeady@kahansteiger.com 1970

12 12

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Maria Karalis Deneen Akture Tricia Egry tegry@bdo.com 1991

11 2,520

35 5,469

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Kathleen DeCruze NA kdecruze@mdcocpa.com 2001

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Norman Grill n.grill@grill1.com 1984

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Thomas J. McGoldrick Ruth J. McGoldrick mcgold@computer.net 1988

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1100 Summer St., Stamford 06905 327-5717 • kahansteiger.com

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Martin, DeCruze & Company LLP

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1055 Washington Blvd, Fifth floor, Stamford 06901 905-6300 • bdo.com

2777 Summer St., Suite 401, Stamford 06905 327-7151 • mdcocpa.com

Grill & Partners LLC

30 Old Kings Highway South, Darien 06820 140 Sherman St., Fairfield 06824 203-254-3880 • 203-655-3205 grill1.com

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Kevin Wenig CPA LLC

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McGoldrick & McGoldrick CPAs LLP

100 Corporate Drive, Suite A-204, Trumbull 06611 880-9505 • wenigcpa.com

75 Holly Hill Lane, Suite 100, Greenwich 06830 845-878-7703 • mcgoldrickcpa.net

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RBT CPAs LLP is No. 2 among the Best Companies to Work for in New York RBT CPAs LLP is pleased to announce that it is No. 2 among the top 46 small/medium employers in the state, according to the New York State Society for Human Resource Management’s (NYS-SHRM) annual Best Companies to Work for in New York State awards program.

“I am so proud of our firm to have received such an achievement again this year. The excitement of my partner group and our firm to have been ranked as No. 2 far surpasses anything we could have imagined. The excitement is radiating through the office. I am beyond elated and honored to be part of such an amazing team of people. Without a doubt, our employees are the reason for our firm’s success. I cannot say enough for the work they do and the dedication they show to the mission and vision of our firm.

On behalf of myself and our Partner group, I would like to thank my team for propelling us to this level of recognition and grabbing that No. 2 ranking,” said Tom Weddell, CPA, managing partner.

RBT CPAs, enjoys more than a 45-year history of providing audit, tax, accounting and business-development consulting services to business owners in the Hudson Valley

and New York metropolitan area. We are one of the largest public accounting firms in the Valley with offices in Newburgh, Wurtsboro, Poughkeepsie and Wappingers Falls.

Our highly qualified team of 105, including 49 CPAs and 11 partners, serves a variety of clients and our size, strength and resources allow us to provide them with the personal attention they deserve.

Created in 2007, this annual program evaluates and ranks the best places of employment in the state based on employee satisfaction and engagement, as well as workplace practices and policies. It is unique because employees’ survey responses count for 75 percent of the ranking formula.

The Best Companies to Work for in New York State program is a partnership between the NYS-SHRM, The Business Council of New York and Best Companies Group.

The Presenting Sponsor of the 2017 awards was Bethpage Federal Credit Union; Supporting Sponsors were Anchin, Blue 449, Strategic Financial Solutions LLC and UPSCO Inc. For more information on the Best Companies to Work for in New York State program, please visit BestCompaniesNY.com.

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LEED trails off as go-to standard for green buildings

BY PHIL HALL phall@westfairinc.com

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n 1994, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) introduced the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification process for real estate.

At the time, the notion of green buildings was relatively new and there was a vibe within the commercial property industry that LEED, as the energy conservation and sustainability program is called, would have a significant impact on design and construction.

“I worked on some of the first buildings seeking LEED in Manhattan about 20 years ago,” recalled Leon Levine, principal consultant with ECOThink Group in Greenwich.

“There was a lot of excitement at the time.”

Today, however, Levine said, that excitement over LEED has abated, especially in this regional market. “Certification is not as popular as it used to be,” he said.

Only 12 commercial properties in Connecticut received LEED certification this year. The peak year for Connecticut certifications was 2013, when 48 commercial properties received LEED designations. In 2012, when the state introduced corporate tax credits to encourage LEED certification for new and renovated buildings, developers sought LEED certification for 26 properties.

Since the U.S. Green Building Council began tracking state markets in 2004, a total of 279 commercial properties in Connecticut have received LEED certification.

When judging the projects seeking LEED certification, the USGBC assigns points pegged to certain design and construction criteria. Based on the number of points achieved, a project can earn either certified, silver, gold or platinum ratings. LEED also covers residential properties, neighborhood development, interior design only and the operations and maintenance of existing buildings undergoing little or no renovation.

Marsha Matto, an interior designer and professor of interior design at the University of Bridgeport, said LEED points are not exclusively based on a property’s energy consumption or use of sustainable materials. “Let’s say a building is a half-mile from the train station,” she said. “You can get points if you have access to a train station. If there is a bike rack outside, that also gets points.”

“It’s not difficult to achieve, but it does cost money,” Matto said of the various fees charged for LEED registration and the Green Building Council’s design and construction review process. “In comparison, EnergyStar certification costs nothing.”

Run by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of

Energy, Energy Star is one of about a halfdozen rival ratings systems that have challenged LEED’s role as the standard in green building review. “There is so much out there that the saturation may be turning people away,” said James Albis, executive director of the Connecticut Green Building Council.

Problems in measuring LEED’s financial benefits have also contributed to its decline in popularity. “This was supposed to help people realize energy efficiencies because the building is tighter and using less energy,” said Levine. “But modeling doesn’t realistically predict what happens in the real world and predictions for X-amount of savings from energy conservation are often never realized.”

Among developers of multifamily projects in Fairfield County, the Jonathan Rose Cos. received LEED Gold certification — the Green Building Council’s second-highest rating — for its two completed Metro Green Residential buildings in Stamford and is seeking a similar rating with its third building in the apartment complex.

“It is important that we have third-party verification of what we’ve done,” said Caroline E. Vary, managing director of asset management for Jonathan Rose in Stamford.

“It’s not just about saying that we’re green, it’s about being green. We even publish a green guide for residents to encourage them for best environmental practices.”

In Greenwich, owners of 330 Railroad Ave., a former electrical utility building built in 1928, are seeking LEED Silver certification, said Richard Granoff, the building’s co-owner.

“The investment in a high-performance building envelope, uber-efficient HVAC equipment and rooftop solar panels had a relatively short payback period,” said Granoff, whose firm, R.S. Granoff Architects PC, is headquartered in the building. “The occupants enjoy cleaner air, abundant natural light and even a living green wall, and all of the building products were either sourced locally or are recycled.

Many firms, especially larger ones, seek out space in LEED-certified buildings due to corporate policy.”

Some developers emulate LEED’s example of going green without going through the process and added expense of the U.S. Green Building Council program.

“In a tighter market with smaller spaces, the likelihood of recouping added expenses is much more difficult,” said Phil Kuchma, owner of Kuchma Corp., a construction and real estate management firm in Bridgeport. “I try to follow certain criteria regarding heating and cooling and the materials that are used, but without having to seek certification.”

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WATERFRONT RESTAURANT & MARINA Restaurant and bar with indoor and outdoor waterfront seating for 100+ patrons and 80 boat slips. Private parking lot with space for 20+ cars.

Located along side of Hudson Park which contains one of the few public local beaches. $4,399,000 94 Hudson Park, New Rochelle, NY

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY – MIXED USE Retail space with 5 rental apartments. Below market retail rent transitions to market rate in 2020. Two of apartments are fully renovated and a 3rd partially. Onsite parking. Directly across from the train station in Port Chester. $1,070,000 135 Willett Avenue, Port Chester, NY

MIXED USE Great owner/mixed use property. Professional office on ground floor two-bedroom apartment on second. Full basement. Zoned central business. Many upgrades to electric and mechanical. $950,000 22 Edgemont Road, Katonah, NY

WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT SITE Former beach club development site on several adjoining lots, some extend into Long Island Sound, including large private beach and pier. C3A zoning on 24,729 total square feet allows for 14,837sf of buildable residential floor area. $1,900,000 3268 Philip Avenue, Bronx, NY

ATTENTION DEVELOPERS Land is ready for development with architectural plans for seven, Two-Family homes. Anticipated full plan approvals before Spring 2018. Highly desirable location in historic Park Hill. $1,400,000 48 Park Hill Terrace, Yonkers, NY

L AND FOR DEVELOPMENT Prime commercial land development and investment. The combined total acreage is 4.26, and offering includes 6000+ sf building with 440sf of frontage. Located on high growth retail development area. $1,975,000 134 4 Route 9, Wappingers Falls, NY

FLEX PROPERTY FOR SALE Boutique office space on upper level and woodworking shop on lower level. Five private windowed offices. Property is soundproof to eliminate any noise. Overhead door at lower level for shipping and deliveries. $940,000 21 Saint Charles Street, Mt. Pleasant, NY

FREE STANDING RETAILS 3000sf retail space on busy Central Park Avenue. Traffic count of over 50,000 cars a days. Onsite parking with possibility of additional parking. 115’ frontage with a large pylon sign. $30/NNN 1935 Central Park Avenue, Yonkers NY

END CAP STORES Two retail spaces are available in an attractive strip shopping Centers in Central Avenue. The spaces are bright with great visibility. Spaces can be separate or combined. Plenty of parking in the Center adds to convenience and ease for visiting clients. $2800/Month 400-402 Central Park Ave, Scarsdale, NY

HOSPITALITY FOR SALE Profitable restaurant and bed and breakfast located in Northern Westchester. The main formal dining room seats 100, and wine cellar seats 65 plus 10 at the bar. The 2nd & 3rd floors offer multiple bedrooms with private baths and a secondary kitchen. $1,650,000 Yorktown Heights

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BY STEVE HOVLAND

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How the Trump tax plan impacts investment real estate

cap of the mortgage deduction in the Republican-backed tax plan working through Congress has many sectors of the real estate industry crying foul . The National Association of Home Builders and National Association of Realtors have both warned of declining home prices, particularly in high-priced coastal markets . Furthermore, doubling the standard deduction could result in many homeowners forgoing the mortgage deduction altogether .

The motivation for both of these groups is fairly transparent: higher home prices is good for their members . Outside the furor, the long-term impact of the tax

plan is much grayer and has little impact on most Americans .

New York, the San Francisco Bay Area and Southern California are the most often cited cities impacted by the mortgage deduction cap . According to Zillow, eliminating the state and local tax deduction and doubling the standard minimum deduction would result in homes valued at more than $800,000 worth itemizing the mortgage deduction . The impact of the cap on the mortgage deduction could further nullify the number of future homeowners impacted by tax reform . Existing owners are exempt and can continue under the old cap of $1 million . Zillow estimates that only 5 percent of homes would be valuable enough

to take the mortgage deduction, and that’s before the newly announced cap .

IS THE MORTGAGE DEDUCTION CAP A MIDDLE-CLASS BURDEN?

The question becomes, is this a tax on the middle class? Real estate lobbying groups believe it is . It’ll make it harder to buy a home and could lead to a “housing recession” in some of the most expensive markets according to National Association of Home Builders CEO Jerry Howard . Zillow’s senior economist Aaron Terrazas stated the impact will be felt by retailers, not necessarily in home value declines .

Regardless of the actual implications, the tax plan really only impacts homebuyers

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in a few arguably overheated housing markets where a market correction is already overdue . The area’s median price for a single-family home in San Francisco is over $1 million, more than 10 times the median household income . A disparity that wide on a metro level isn’t sustainable . A bear housing market in the Bay Area, Southern California and New York would certainly erase a significant amount of equity, but it would also bring more buyers into the mix .

On average, bear markets tend to delete two to three years of housing appreciation .

With the prospect of a housing market correction in high-priced metros, how should local residents in these areas engage the real estate market? One avenue is through arbitrage . While continuing to rent in high-priced markets with better ROIs, investors can acquire rental homes or even apartments in lower-priced areas . Although mortgage interest isn’t a tax deduction on rental properties, investors are able to take advantage of many tax advantages that will remain in place under the new tax guidelines . Deprecation is one such advantage .

IF TAX REFORM PASSES, WHAT’S NEXT?

Overall, doubling the standard deduction is a tax benefit that will impact the more than 35 percent of renter households, not just homeowners . When the government utilizes homeownership as a political football, significant repercussions can result . In the 1990s, the government pushed loosening lending standards to encourage homeownership . Combined with a series of other unchecked lending practices, housing prices soared and the deepest recession since the Great Depression gripped the nation . Millions of Americans lost their jobs and homes and Realtors and homebuilders, in particular, paid a heavy price .

Reducing the mortgage deduction and weakening its viability will enable normal market forces to impact the housing market, which is good for the industry . Furthermore, reduced taxes for middle-class renters will hasten their ability to save for a down payment and enjoy the benefits of homeownership if they choose . Then, mortgage interest rate deduction benefits too few people in too few areas, and a broad-based decrease in taxes will ultimately benefit the housing market .

Steve Hovland is director of research at HomeUnion, an online real estate investment management firm based in Irvine, California. He can be reached at shovland@ homeunion.com.

FACTS & FIGURES on the record ATTACHMENTS-FILED Genes Automotive LLC, Newtown.

Filed by Herbert T. Young. $27,000 in favor of Montano Cigarette, Candy & Tobacco LLC. Property: 65 High Rock Road, Newtown. Filed Nov. 7.

Mason Cookshops LLC, et al., Greenwich. Filed by Nolan Thomas. $12,898 in favor of AJM Real Estate Services Inc. Property: Lot 53, Map 1046, Greenwich. Filed Nov. 13.

Shmak, Walter E., Greenwich. Filed

by Goldman, Gruder & Woods LLC, Norwalk. $83,700 in favor of Sharon SNF CT LLC. Property: Lots 42 and 43, Map 1281, Greenwich. Filed Nov. 6.

BANKRUPTCIES RLG Capital LLC, 148 East Ave., Unit 2G, Norwalk. Chapter 7. Assets: $100,000 to $500,000. Liabilities: $100,000 to $500,000. Type of business: Limited liability company.

Debtor’s attorney: Mark M. Kratter, Norwalk. Case no. 5:17-bk-51413. Filed Nov. 24.

BUILDING PERMITS

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A and B Associates, Norwalk, contractor for self. Perform interior renovations in an existing commercial space for a new tenant at 14 Belden Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $10,000. Filed Nov. 16.

Hillside Plaza LLC, Norwalk, contractor for self. Perform interior alterations in an existing commercial space for a new tenant at 14-16 N. Main St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $400,000.

Filed Nov. 21.

Acme Sign Co., contractor for Polymer Plaza Associated Limited Partnership. Install a ground sign on the exterior of an existing commercial space at 595 Summer St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $10,596. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Jacob Vander Kamp, contractor for RB Norwalk Owner LLC. Repair the deck corners in an existing commercial space at 597 Westport Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $94,275.

Filed Nov. 17.

Affordable Tents LLC, contractor for Granite Stamford Executive Center H LLC. Add temporary tents to the property of an existing commercial space for a special event at 1111 Summer St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $5,000. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Angus, Stuart, contractor for Dan W. Williams. Install a new tub in an existing commercial space at 143 Hoyt St., Unit 5B, Stamford. Estimated cost: $10,500. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Calvin Construction LLC, contractor for William McRae. Remove the sheetrock from the walls and basements in an existing commercial space at 121 Stillwater Ave., Stamford.

Estimated cost: $152,465. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

234 East Ave Associates LLC, Norwalk, contractor for self. Perform interior renovations in an existing commercial space for a new tenant at 234 East Ave, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $5,000. Filed Nov. 15.

Claris Construction Inc., contractor for Osrock Partnership. Build a self-storage building on an existing commercial space at 401 Shippan Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $7 million. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

45 Glover Partners LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Bridgewater.

Renovate the first and fourth floors in an existing commercial space at 45 Glover Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $288,000. Filed Nov. 17.

Crown Castle USA Inc., contractor for Girl Scouts of Connecticut Inc. Add antennas onto the roof of an existing commercial space at 69 Guinea Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $20,000.

Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

930 High Ridge LLC, Stamford, contractor for self. Replace the roof on an existing commercial space at 930 High Ridge Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $66,000. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

D Pro Construction LLC, Ridgefield, contractor for 200 Henry Condominium. Change the entry door to the fitness center at 200 Henry St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $34,379.

Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Items appearing in the Fairfield County Business Journal’s On The Record section are compiled from various sources, including public records made available to the media by federal, state and municipal agencies and the court system. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of this information, no liability is assumed for errors or omissions. In the case of legal action, the records cited are open to public scrutiny and should be inspected before any action is taken.

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Detulio, Mark A., contractor for 59 Myrtle Realty LLC. Relocate an existing sign in an existing commercial space at 59 Myrtle Ave., Stamford.

Estimated cost: $500. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Fastsigns of Stamford, Stamford, contractor for Impalay Jaycee LLC. Install a sign on the exterior of an existing commercial space at 184 Selleck St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $3,600.

Filed between Oct. 30 and Nov. 10.

Kingsbrook Development Corp., contractor for High Ridge Real Estate Owner LLC. Renovate the interior of an existing commercial space on Turn of River Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $231,790. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Nuconn Dismantling LLC, contractor for 80 WEP-1351 LLC, et al. Construct concrete pads on an existing commercial space at 1351 Washington Blvd., Stamford. Estimated cost: $20,240. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

One Pembroke Road Danbury LLC, Danbury, contractor for self.

Increase the roofline on an existing commercial space at 1 E. Pembroke Road, Danbury. Estimated cost: $10,000. Filed Nov. 16.

Patriot National Bank, Stamford, contractor for self. Renovate the first floor in an existing commercial space at 900 Bedford St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $400,000. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Pavarini North East Construction Co Inc., contractor for RBS Americas Property Corp. Renovate the seventh floor of an existing commercial space at 600 Washington Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $120,000. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

PSEG, Bridgeport, contractor for self.

Pour the foundation for a new commercial residence at 1 Atlantic St., Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $310,000.

Filed Nov. 9.

PSEG, Bridgeport, contractor for self.

Add a liquid fuel filter to an existing commercial space at 1 Atlantic St., Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $148,000.

Filed Nov. 8.

Sign Lite Inc., contractor for David Rosenblum. Relocate a sign on an existing commercial space at 127 Myrtle Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $500.

Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Westview Electric LLC, contractor for Elizabeth Strong, et al. Remodel the bathroom in an existing singlefamily residence and enclose the shower at 11 Barnes Road, Unit 10, Stamford. Estimated cost: $10,350.

Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Williams, John P., contractor for Jan A. Costello, et al. Replace one window and five doors on an existing commercial space at 77 Courtland Ave., Unit 138, Stamford. Estimated cost: $3,500. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Zullo, Robert P., et al., contractor for self. Construct interior walls in an existing commercial space to create partitions at 650 West Ave., Norwalk.

Estimated cost: $45,000. Filed Nov. 22.

RESIDENTIAL 1800 Real Estate Associates, Norwalk, contractor for self. Finish the basement in an existing single-family residence at 8 Adamson Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $10,000. Filed Nov. 22.

AJM Builders LLC, Stamford, contractor for 651 River Road LLC. Construct a new residence with a partially finished basement and an attached three-car garage at 651 River Road, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $1.1 million. Filed November 2017.

Andersen, Maggie, Stamford, contractor for self. Tear out and replace the fireplace in an existing single-family residence at 271 Sun Dance Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $6,000.

Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Cooke, Geoffrey J., contractor for Anthony P. Persichilli. Modify the bathroom in an existing single-family residence at 136 Deer Hill Ave., Unit 102, Danbury. Estimated cost: $9,500.

Filed Nov. 13.

D R C Home Improvement, contractor for Carl D. Dwyer. Screen a portion of the deck in an existing single-family residence at 17 Carriage House Drive, Danbury. Estimated cost: $12,900. Filed Nov. 15.

Dow, Jennifer and Colin Dow, Norwalk, contractor for self. Finish the basement, playroom and laundry room in an existing single-family residence at 47 Barbara Drive, Norwalk.

Estimated cost: $22,000. Filed Nov. 15.

Dream Development LLC, New Haven, contractor for Mangotree Real Estate Holdings. Construct a new single-family residence with four bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms, a two-car garage and an open porch at 35 Lindencrest Drive, Danbury. Estimated cost: $300,000. Filed Nov. 16.

DSM Home Improvement LLC, contractor for Maria D. Castellanos.

Construct a rear dormer, two bedrooms and a full bathroom in an existing single-family residence at 28 Crown Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $32,000. Filed Nov. 16.

Araujo, Maria and Francisco F. Araujo, Danbury, contractor for self.

Add a wet bar to the basement in an existing single-family residence at 96 Hillandale Road, Danbury. Estimated cost: $3,000. Filed Nov. 13.

Great Additions Remodeling LLC, contractor for Frank S. Oppel, et al.

Convert a laundry room into an existing single-family residence at 17 Pelham Place, Stamford. Estimated cost: $13,500. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Augusto Dasilva Enterprises, Danbury, contractor for self. Construct a new three-family, three-bedroom house with a deck, garage and twoand-a-half bathrooms at 16 Balmforth Ave., Danbury. Estimated cost: $375,000. Filed Nov. 16.

Guiltec Development LLC, contractor for Ridley Tana LLC. Renovate the kitchen and bathroom in an existing single-family residence at 49 Rogers Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $257,270. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Canneto Construction Company LLC, contractor for Frank Tamborino, et al. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 45 Marian St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $5,000.

Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

H&M Enterprise LLC, contractor for Homero Sandoval. Add a secondstory addition to an existing structure at 580 Hunting Ridge Road, Stamford.

Estimated cost: $455,620. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Chambers, Jonathan, contractor for Francisco Moises and Gladys Moises.

Enclose the porch for the kitchen area in an existing single-family residence at 14 Richlee St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $10,000. Filed Nov. 16.

Hamilla, S. William, contractor for Michael A. Manganiello, et al. Add siding to an existing single-family residence at 17 Applebee Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $11,000. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Choiniere, Margaret and Edward J. Choiniere, Danbury, contractor for self. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 51 Cedar St., Danbury. Estimated cost: $9,000.

Filed Nov. 13.

Hart Restorations LLC, contractor for Christopher C. Thompson and Gail E. Thompson. Construct a twoand-a-half-story single-family residence with a garage, rear porch, four bedrooms and four bathrooms at 23 Shorefront Park, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $690,000. Filed Nov. 16.

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GOOD THINGS FAIRFIELD

HODGSON TO LEAD HCC FOUNDATION

Fiona Hodgson

Students investigate plankton and other microscopic organisms in the new Praxair STEM Lab. Photo by Maritime Aquarium.

STEM LAB MAKES A SPLASH The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk added an educational facility as the result of a grant from Praxair Inc., the international gas company that has its headquarters in Danbury.

The Praxair STEM Lab is one of the primary spaces that can be used when school groups visit the aquarium and participate in any of 37 available educational programs. All of the programs are designed to help teachers achieve prescribed academic goals for STEM (science, technology, engineering and math).

Brian Davis, president of the aquarium, said, “Praxair’s participation ensures that The Maritime Aquarium can continue to present premier educational programs, with the best materials and resources, in ways that support what teachers need and in ways that will be of lasting information and inspiration to students.”

The Praxair grant also will help to subsidize visits to The Maritime Aquarium by classes from the Danbury Public Schools.

Housatonic Community College in Bridgeport has announced that Fiona Hodgson has joined the school as the executive director of the HCC Foundation. Hodgson brings more than 30 years of professional experience with a focus on institutional advancement for higher education in the U.S. and the United Kingdom.

“As executive director of HCCF, my role is to build sustainable funding sources to ensure the success of our more than 5,000 students.” Hodgson said. “This is more important than ever in an era of steep state budget cuts.”

Since 2012, she had served as vice president for development and philanthropic services at Fairfield County’s Community Foundation. Previously, she held senior positions at Brandeis University, Boston College and Harvard Medical School.

Bob Cascella Front from left: Jorge Pereira, Aubrey Mead, Raymond Redniss and Richard Redniss. Back from left: Lawrence Posson, Craig Flaherty and Brian McMahon.

LEADERSHIP TRANSITIONS It’s been a 12-year process, but land-use consulting company Redniss & Mead Inc. has completed the process of transferring leadership and ownership from one set of individuals to another. Although Raymond Redniss, Richard Redniss and Aubrey Mead have transferred leadership to Lawrence (Lorne) Posson, Craig Flaherty, Brian McMahon and Jorge Pereira, they’ll remain fully engaged with the company.

Redniss & Mead was founded in 1957 and now employs more than 40 land surveyors, civil engineers, planners and support staff. The company works throughout Fairfield, New Haven and Westchester counties and has offices in Stamford and Wilton.

Richard Redniss said. “Going forward, I am thrilled to be able to focus on planning and zoning and leave the company management in very capable hands.”

CASCELLA JOINS AVISON YOUNG Bob Cascella has joined Avison Young, a commercial real estate services firm,as a vice president.

Before joining Avison Young, Cascella served as senior adviser at Goodfellow Commercial Real Estate, senior vice president and sales manager of Coldwell Banker Commercial as well as vice president of Ryer Associates Commercial Real Estate. Cascella serves on the planning and zoning commission in Ridgefield.

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From left: Lynne Gomez, Bankwell’s executive assistant to the CEO; Lucy French, a marketing associate at the bank; and Susan Wollschlager of the Connecticut Humane Society.

BANK’S PET PROJECT While savings accounts are synonymous with banks, one bank is offering a very different kind: saving animals in need of homes. Bankwell, which has branches in Fairfield and New Haven counties, has been actively promoting the Bankwell Pet Adoption Project. It’s an ongoing program to raise awareness and find homes for abandoned, surrendered and rescued animals.

The bank has teamed with animal shelters and rescue organizations in Stamford, Ridgefield, Westport, Bristol and elsewhere in Connecticut to

feature animals up for adoption on its website and provide information about pet adoption in its branches.

As part of its effort, at the end of November, Bankwell donated $2,900 to the Connecticut Humane Society.

Among the other organizations Bankwell has been helping are Animal Haven, ROAR, STARelief and Pet Assistance, Stamford Animal Shelter, Red Leash Rescue, Strays & Others, Little Black Dog Rescue, One More Dog Rescue and Sunshine Golden Retriever.

More information can be found at mybankwell.com/pleaseadoptme.

Dawn Morris, left, and Karen Hinds.

WEWIN HOSTS EVENT At the Marriott in Trumbull recently, more than 125 took part in panel discussions, presentations and networking designed to help empower and support women leaders at Webster Bank. The bank founded the Webster Women Initiative Network (WeWIN) to help women at all levels within the bank achieve their full career potential and maximize their contribution to the company.

Karen Hinds, a women’s business leadership expert and founder and CEO of Workplace Success Group, gave a presentation called “Building Strategic Alliances and Growing Your Influence.”

“WeWIN encourages women to take charge of their career and enhance their own ‘personal brand’ by giving them the information, strategies and resources to support their career advancement,” said Dawn Morris, executive vice president and chief marketing officer at Webster. Morris and Bernard Garrigues, executive vice president and chief human resources officer are the co-chairs of the bank’s WeWIN steering committee.

HAPPENING Harry Bell and a young reader.

Rob Whitehurst

BELL RINGS POSITIVE IN BRIDGEPORT When U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal and Bridgeport Mayor Joseph P. Ganim proclaimed Nov. 26 to be “Harry Bell Day,” Bell’s reaction was, “It’s amazing! I’m shocked, happy and humbled, all at once.”

Bell was invited to the mayor’s office for a celebration.

What makes Bell noteworthy? When he isn’t busy on the job as a security guard at the University of Bridgeport, he’s busy being a writer who has reached local children with his coloring books designed to inspire them to think positively.

He has published two books: “Color a Positive Thought” and “Color a Positive Thought 2.” The illustrations in the books

From left: Martin D. Schwartz with his wife, Elaine, son Michael of Scarsdale, and daughter Allyson Mandelbaum of Fairfield.

were co-created with fellow university security guard Ed Hernandez. The books have been translated into Spanish and in 2016, the Bridgeport School District adopted them for its curriculum.

Positive thinking has been an important part of Bell’s life. He was a newborn when his drug-addicted mother left him at the hospital. He was raised by an aunt in Bridgeport’s Trumbull Gardens public housing, encouraged by an older cousin, and mentored by elementary school teacher Howard Owens who became a lifelong friend.

Bell maintains a Facebook page: facebook.com/colorapositivethought/.

KENNEDY GALA RAISES $170K

WHITEHURST JOINS CARTUS Rob Whitehurst has been hired by Cartus Corp., a provider of global relocation services headquartered in Danbury. He becomes a senior vice president and will be responsible for strategic business development in the Americas.

Whitehurst had been the global head of digital sales for Hewlett-Packard.

Mark Sonders, a senior vice president at the company, said, “His track record in leadership and his expertise regarding technology and innovation make him an ideal addition to the Cartus team.”

Grant recipients pose with a very large bank check for $140,700.

ENRICHING EDUCATION Union Bank and the USB Foundation recently hosted a host of community organizations at its North Street location in Danbury to hand out $140,700. Representatives of the organizations were invited for breakfast and networking, and to pose for a group photo with an oversized check that represented all of the grants.

The award recipients were nonprofits that support educational programs, including youth development, art and nature education and the enrichment of lives of those with disabilities.

“Education and giving back to the community we live and work in are core principals at Union Savings Bank,” said Cynthia C. Merkle, who is the bank’s president and CEO as well as president of the USB Foundation.

Recipients of funds from the 2017 USB Foundation Grant Program were: Children’s Center of New Milford; Community Culinary School of NW CT; Connecticut Radio Information System; Danbury Grassroots Academy; Family & Children’s Aid; Junior Achievement of Western Connecticut; Literacy Volunteers on the Green; McCall Center for Behavioral Health; Newtown Youth and Family Services; Northwestern Connecticut YMCA; Pratt Nature Center; Robotics and Beyond; TBICO; and The Arc of the Farmington Valley.

Martin D. Schwartz, planning to retire in January as CEO and president of The Kennedy Center based in Trumbull, was honored at the organization’s 53rd Annual Four Seasons Ball. About 300 attended the event that took place at the Rolling Hills Country Club in Wilton.

Schwartz became the first president and CEO of The Kennedy Center in 1978. At the time, the agency served fewer than 200 adults with intellectual disabilities, employed 48 staff, and operated with an annual budget of $776,000. Today, it serves more than 2,000 individuals, employs more than 750 staffers, and operates with an annual $32 million budget.

U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal was among those attending. “Marty is a man for all seasons,” Blumenthal said. “He started this work when people were not paying much attention to people with disabilities. He built awareness and called attention to people who often are overlooked. He truly created a national model for success.”

The center’s board of directors announced that the organization’s headquarters building on Reservoir Avenue in Trumbull will be renamed in Schwartz’s honor.

Proceeds from the ball will benefit the center’s residential services for people with disabilities.

JUNK AT A MUSEUM? No, that’s not a review of an exhibition running through April 22 at the Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum in Ridgefield.

It’s part of the title given to the exhibition in which artist Anissa Mack explores Americana’s artifacts, folklore and rituals. It’s called “Anissa Mack: Junk Kaleidoscope.”

She draws on her experiences with various county and state fairs that fundamentally reshaped her approach to the creation and staging of her work. Mack found similarities in the atmosphere of a fair and the environment of the artist’s studio. She treats objects as symbolic containers of a collective memory that can travel across time.

Objects in denim, styrofoam and aluminum coating are among those offered for observation.

Funding for “Anissa Mack: Junk Kaleidoscope” is provided by the National Endowment for the Arts, the Anna-Maria and Stephen Kellen Foundation and The Amadeo Family.

CURTAIN GOING UP FOR A PARTY The Fairfield Chamber of Commerce and FELO (Fairfield Emerging Leaders Organization) will celebrate the holiday season with their 2017 annual holiday party and reception on Dec. 13, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. hosted by Fairfield Theatre Company at 70 Sanford St. in Fairfield.

“This is a wonderful time to attend the chamber’s annual holiday and reception to celebrate this special season with colleagues, family and prospective members for a delightful evening of friendship,” said Beverly A. Balaz, chamber president.

Partygoers are asked to support the Fairfield Police Department’s Holiday Toy Drive by bringing an unwrapped toy to the party. The party is to be followed by an “After Party” at CRAVE. Tickets and more information online at FairfieldCTchamber.com or call 203-255-1011.

Information for these features has been submitted by the subjects or their delegates.

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FACTS Hobbs Inc., New Canaan, contractor for 116 Oneida Drive LLC. Renovate the interior of an existing singlefamily residence at 116 Oneida Drive, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $1.9 million. Filed November 2017.

The Home Depot USA Inc., contractor for Lynne Barton. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 182 Lockwood Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $8,998. Filed between Oct. 30 and Nov. 10.

The Home Depot USA Inc., contractor for Donna G. Kocot. Replace the windows in an existing twofamily dwelling at 49 Hinckley Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $1,522. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

The Home Depot USA Inc., Rocky Hill, contractor for Bertha F. Negron, et al. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 51 Maher Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $5,040.

Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

The Home Depot USA Inc., Rocky Hill, contractor for Wendy J. Fanneron, et al. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 14 Cedar Circle, Stamford. Estimated cost: $6,554. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

IMG Contracting LLC, contractor for Richard Sellschop and Kathryn Knight. Renovate the roof, kitchen, deck and expand the first floor of an existing single-family residence at 5 Farm Creek Road, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $150,000. Filed Nov. 15.

KBL Contractors LLC, contractor for Patricia M. Kirmayer. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 116 Fairfield Beach Road, Fairfield. Estimated cost: $12,000.

Filed Nov. 9.

Kloter Farms Inc., contractor for Pamela C. Pia. Add a detached twocar garage to an existing single-family residence at 355 Den Road, Stamford.

Estimated cost: $69,120. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Lam Carpentry LLC, contractor for Ramon Hernandez, et al. Add a master bedroom, kitchen and roof to an existing single-family residence at 19 Albin Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $209,665. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Larkin, Larry E., Norwalk, contractor for Charles S. Macon, et al. Add a bathroom to the attic in an existing single-family residence at 12 Flicker Lane, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $40,000. Filed Nov. 20.

Lazarte, Ricardo M., contractor for Robert Radomski. Construct a new single-family residence at 21 Cove View Drive, Stamford. Estimated cost: $618,315. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Lebetkin, Harriet and Glen Lebetkin, Danbury, contractor for self. Add a shed onto the property of an existing single-family residence at 42 Concord Ave., Danbury. Estimated cost: $4,000. Filed Nov. 14.

Madison Properties LLC, contractor for Linda A. Walsh. Elevate an existing single-family residence at 8 Elliott St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $150,000. Filed Nov. 16.

Mailhot, Robert C., contractor for self. Finish the bathroom in the basement of an existing single-family residence at 52 Sachem Place, Stamford. Estimated cost: $25,000. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Northeast Tent Productions, Stamford, contractor for Charles M. Royce and Deborah G. Royce. Add temporary tents to the property of an existing single-family residence for a special event at 172 Indian Head Road, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $2,255.

Filed November 2017.

Ocean North Pools LLC, contractor for Maurice Ottinger, et al. Install a new swimming pool on an existing single-family residence at 62 Winesap Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $31,000. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Our House LLC, contractor for Kimberly L. Newton, et al. Renovate the kitchen in an existing single-family residence and add a second-floor bathroom at 222 Hubbard Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $84,975. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Posigen, contractor for Rachel Barrow. Add solar panels onto the roof of an existing single-family residence at 15 Hamilton Drive, Danbury. Estimated cost: $13,680. Filed Nov. 16.

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Senerchia, Mark A., et al., Stamford, contractor for self. Renovate the kitchen, bathroom and basement in an existing single-family residence and add a retaining wall at 52 Todd Lane, Stamford. Estimated cost: $130,245. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Siladi, Michael A., contractor for Enrico A. Dematt, et al. Build a portico over a front door on an existing single-family residence at 50 Sweet Briar Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $6,000. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Tacuri, Christian A., et al., Danbury, contractor for self. Convert a garage attached to an existing singlefamily residence into a bedroom at 10 Albers, Danbury. Estimated cost: $5,000. Filed Nov. 14.

THD at Home Services Inc., Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, contractor for self. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 84 Taylor Ave., Unit A6, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $5,594. Filed Nov. 22.

The Connecticut Building Co LLC, contractor for Robyn Crain and Jay Fiegerman. Construct a rear addition to an existing single-family residence for a two-story elevator at 10 Christopher Court, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $28,000. Filed Nov. 20.

TKS Group LLC, Greenwich, contractor for self. Construct a new single-family residence at 38 Birch Lane, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $1.4 million. Filed November 2017.

Power Home Remodeling Group LLC, Chester, Pennsylvania, contractor for Danielle Diglio, et al. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 48 Black Twig Place, Stamford. Estimated cost: $17,365. Filed between Oct. 30 and Nov. 10.

Toll Connecticut III Ltd Partnership, Newtown, contractor for Toll Connecticut III Limited. Construct a new single-family residence at 52 Winding Ridge Way, Danbury. Estimated cost: $212,113. Filed Nov. 13.

Ragozzine, William J., contractor for Jessica Fauci, et al. Add a generator to an existing single-family residence at 30 Lu Manor Drive, Stamford. Estimated cost: $8,100. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Toll Connecticut III Ltd Partnership, Newtown, contractor for Toll Connecticut III Limited. Construct a new two-unit townhouse building at Reserve Road, Building 13, Danbury.

Estimated cost: $579,832. Filed Nov. 9.

Ragozzine, William J., contractor for Ludwig Ochsendorf, et al. Add a generator to an existing single-family residence at 30 Buena Vista St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $9,540. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

TRD Partners LLC, contractor for self. Finish the bathroom, closet, kitchen, living room and basement in an existing single-family residence at 16 Silk St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $40,000. Filed Nov. 20.

Rossi-Nero Development LLC, Stamford, contractor for self. Renovate an existing two-family residence and install a new kitchen and windows at 26 Nicholas Ave., Stamford.

Estimated cost: $202,890. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Umbro, Rocco A., contractor for Nancy D. Mehiel, et al. Remove the sunroom and add a two-and-a-halfstory addition to the house at 318 Soundview Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $300,000. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Ruopp, Dennis N., contractor for Richard W. Stavac and Dorene L. Stavac. Add a pool house with a bath to the property of an existing singlefamily residence at 2 Maplewood Drive, Danbury. Estimated cost: $9,500. Filed Nov. 13.

Waters Edge of Shelton LLC, Shelton, contractor for self. Finish the bathroom in the basement of an existing single-family residence at 500 River Road, Shelton. Estimated cost: $2,800. Filed Nov. 9.

Sanyas, Joseph, et al., Stamford, contractor for self. Add a garage to a mudroom in an existing single-family residence at 186 Fairview Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $229,830. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

Westview Electric LLC, contractor for Sandra L. Genrich. Replace and upgrade the kitchen in an existing single-family residence at 69 Lantern Circle, Stamford. Estimated cost: $25,350. Filed between Nov. 13 and Nov. 24.

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FIGURES Wilson, Scott, Bridgeport, contractor for self. Add a closet, windows and sliding door to an existing singlefamily residence at 7 Eastwood Road, Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $8,931.

Filed Nov. 9.

Winston, Brian M., Danbury, contractor for self. Attach an open deck to an existing single-family residence at 61 Clearview Ave., Danbury. Estimated cost: $4,000. Filed Nov. 15.

Woods, William, Shelton, contractor for self. Add solar panels to the roof of an existing single-family residence at 34 Sunnyside Drive, Shelton.

Estimated cost: $16,240. Filed Nov. 9.

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.

BRIDGEPORT SUPERIOR COURT Altieri Construction LLC, Trumbull. Filed by John Marinko and Liz Marinko, Stratford. Plaintiffs’ attorney: David J. Laudano, Stratford. Action: The plaintiffs have brought this breach of contract suit against the defendant alleging that it had failed to properly perform tile work on property owned by the plaintiff. The plaintiffs have declared that the defendant return to the worksite, but it has not finished its construction work. The plaintiffs claim money damages and court costs. Case no. FBT-CV176068742-S. Filed Nov. 24.

Amica Mutual Insurance Co., Hartford. Filed by Joanne Eckert, Fairfield. Plaintiff’s attorney: Tremont Sheldon Robinson Mahoney PC. Action: The plaintiff has brought this motor vehicle suit against the defendant alleging that she collided with an underinsured motorist and suffered injury. The insurance policy carried by the underinsured motorist is inadequate to fully compensate for the damages. The plaintiff alleges that her injuries are the legal responsibilities of her insurance company, the defendant. The plaintiff claims money damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interests and costs and such other relief as in law or equity may apply. Case no. FBT-CV17-6068647-S. Filed Nov. 21.

Before Day Light Inc., Bridgeport.

Filed by State Farm Fire and Casualty Co., Atlanta, Georgia. Plaintiff’s attorney: Ignal, Napolitano & Shapiro PC, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendant alleging that it had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for insurance coverage provided. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding principal balance of $7,492 due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damages, court costs and such other relief as the court deems just and proper. Case no. FBT-CV176068680-S. Filed Nov. 22.

Burns Construction Company Inc., Stratford. Filed by Dimitrios Matsikas, Stratford. Plaintiff’s attorney: Daly, Weihing & Bochanis, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff has brought this suit against the defendant alleging that it improperly altered a drainage pipe on the plaintiff’s property. This allegedly led to water seepage and damages. The plaintiff claims monetary damages and such other and further relief as in law or equity would pertain. Case no. FBTCV17-6068642-S. Filed Nov. 21.

Five Star Indian Take Out Restaurant and Convenience LLC, et al., Stamford. Filed by People’s United Bank NA, Bridgeport. Plaintiff’s attorney: Benanti & Associates, Stamford.

Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendants alleging that they had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for a credit account. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding principal balance of $5,000 due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damages and court costs. Case no. FBT-CV176068676-S. Filed Nov. 22.

Gene’s Automotive LLC, Trumbull.

Filed by Laurie Griffin, Trumbull.

Plaintiff’s attorney: Rodie & Connolly PC, Stratford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this personal injury suit against the defendant alleging that she fell into a hole in a parking lot owned by the defendant and sustained injuries. This dangerous condition was allowed to exist due to the negligence of the defendant and its employees in that they failed to adequately inspect the property.

The plaintiff claims monetary damages in excess of $15,000 and such other relief as this court may deem equitable and just. Case no. FBT-CV176068613-S. Filed Nov. 20.

Gene’s Automotive LLC, et al., Trumbull. Filed by Montano Cigarette, Candy & Tobacco Inc., Milford.

Plaintiff’s attorney: Eric H. Opin, Milford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendants alleging that they had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for merchandise delivered.

The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding balance of $22,635 due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment.

The plaintiff claims money damages, interest, attorney’s fees, court costs and such other and further relief as may be deemed just and proper. Case no. FBT-CV17-6068640-S. Filed Nov. 21.

Glamour Night Club, Stamford.

Filed by Luis Vasallo and Bianca Lane, Bridgeport. Plaintiffs’ attorney: Ganim Law PC, Stratford. Action: The plaintiffs have brought this tort suit against the defendant alleging that it served alcohol to a patron who later crashed his car into the plaintiffs, causing damages. The plaintiffs allege that the defendant was negligent in serving alcohol to somebody who was visibly intoxicated. The plaintiffs claim monetary damages, exemplary damages, punitive damages and such other equitable relief as the court may deem appropriate. Case no. FBT-CV176068611-S. Filed Nov. 20.

Hartford Accident & Indemnity Co., et al., Hartford. Filed by Joseph Keegan, Monroe. Plaintiff’s attorney: Zeldes, Needle & Coope, Bridgeport.

Action: The plaintiff has brought this motor vehicle suit against the defendants alleging that he collided with an underinsured motorist and suffered injury. The insurance policy carried by the underinsured motorist is inadequate to fully compensate for the damages. The plaintiff alleges that his injuries are the legal responsibilities of his insurance companies, the defendants. The plaintiff claims money damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interests and costs and such other relief as in law or equity may apply. Case no. FBT-CV17-6068621-S. Filed Nov. 21.

Health Care Advocates International LLC, West Hartford. Filed by General Linen Service LLC, Somersworth, New Hampshire. Plaintiff’s attorney: Cohen and Wolf PC, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendant alleging that it had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for merchandise delivered.

The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding principal balance due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment.

The plaintiff claims money damages, interest, attorney’s fees, court costs and such other and further relief as may be deemed just and proper. Case no. FBT-CV17-6068637-S. Filed Nov. 21.

Kowalsky Brothers Inc., et al., Westport. Filed by Carmela Setti, Norwalk. Plaintiff’s attorney: Ventura, Ribeiro & Smith, Danbury. Action: The plaintiff has brought this personal injury suit against the defendants alleging that she tripped on an elevated entranceway under construction by the defendant and sustained injuries. This dangerous condition was allowed to exist due the negligence of the defendants and their employees in that they failed to adequately inspect the property. The plaintiff claims monetary damages in excess of $15,000 and such other relief as this court may deem equitable and just. Case no. FBT-CV17-6068619-S. Filed Nov. 20.

Marisa’s Ristorante, Trumbull.

Filed by Sprague Operating Resources LLC, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

Plaintiff’s attorney: Sugarmann & Sugarmann, New Haven. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendant alleging that it had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for natural gas services provided. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding principal balance of $10,178 due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damages, interest, attorney’s fees, court costs and such other and further relief as may be deemed just and proper. Case no.

FBT-CV17-6068641-S. Filed Nov. 21.

FACTS S&P Donut Corp., Trumbull. Filed

by Elena Niejelow, Stratford. Plaintiff’s attorney: Buckley Wynne & Parese, New Haven. Action: The plaintiff has brought this personal injury suit against the defendant alleging that she slipped on a wet floor owned by the defendant and sustained injury.

This slippery condition was allegedly allowed to exist due to the negligence of the defendant and its employees in that they failed to properly mop their store. The plaintiff claims monetary damages within the jurisdiction of the court. Case no. FBT-CV176068645-S. Filed Nov. 21.

Sentinal Insurance Company Ltd., et al., East Hartford. Filed by Lisa Feather, Trumbull. Plaintiff’s attorney: Law Offices of Nicole L. Augenti, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff has brought this motor vehicle suit against the defendants alleging that she collided with an underinsured motorist and suffered injury. The insurance policy carried by the underinsured motorist is inadequate to fully compensate for the damages.

The plaintiff alleges that her injuries are the legal responsibilities of her insurance companies, the defendants.

The plaintiff claims money damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interests and costs and such other relief as in law or equity may apply. Case no.

FBT-CV17-6068644-S. Filed Nov. 21.

Smith & Nephew Inc., Hartford.

Filed by Allen Williams, Woodford, Virginia. Plaintiff’s attorney: Cooper Sevillano LLC, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff has brought this product liability suit against the defendant alleging that he underwent hip surgery and had an implant manufactured by the defendant placed in him. The defendant failed to advise the plaintiff of the dangerous characteristics of the product and allegedly failed to comply with the FDCA. The plaintiff has suffered pain as a result of the defective implant. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, costs, punitive and exemplary charges and such other relief as this court may deem proper. Case no. FBT-CV176068633-S. Filed Nov. 21.

DANBURY SUPERIOR COURT Lex De Ment Ltd., Hartford. Filed by Daniel F. Kelleher Auctions LLC, Danbury. Plaintiff’s attorney: Saxe Doernberger & Vita PC, Trumbull. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendant alleging that it had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for materials provided. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding principal balance of $35,698 due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damages, court costs and such other relief as the court deems just and proper. Case no.

DBD-CV17-6024059-S. Filed Nov. 21.

Liberty Mutual Insurance Co., Hartford. Filed by Jinhua Fan, Ridgefield. Plaintiff’s attorney: Christina Hanna, Berkowitz and Hanna LLC, Stamford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this motor vehicle suit against the defendant alleging that she collided with an underinsured motorist and suffered injury. The insurance policy carried by the underinsured motorist is inadequate to fully compensate for the damages.

The plaintiff alleges that her injuries are the legal responsibilities of her insurance company, the defendant.

The plaintiff claims money damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interests and costs and such other relief as in law or equity may apply. Case no.

DBD-CV17-6024025-S. Filed Nov. 20.

Southridge Capital Management LLC, et al., Ridgefield. Filed by Sovereign Investment Partners Limited Partnership, Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan. Plaintiff’s attorney: Cohen and Wolf PC, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendants alleging that they had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for a judgment rendered from a previous lawsuit. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding balance of $97,046 due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damages, court costs and such other relief as the court deems just and proper. Case no. DBD-CV176024058-S. Filed Nov. 21.

The Stop and Shop Supermarket Company LLC, Hartford. Filed

by Cherry Gregory, Danbury. Plaintiff’s attorney: Romanello Law Firm, Danbury. Action: The plaintiff has brought this personal injury suit against the defendant alleging that she fell because of a pool of liquid in a store owned by the defendant and sustained injury. This pedestrian walkway was allegedly allowed to exist due to the negligence of the defendant and its employees. The plaintiff claims monetary damages in excess of $15,000, interests and costs, damages for past and future pain and suffering, damages for loss of enjoyment of life, past and future medical expenses and such other relief as the court deems fair and equitable. Case no. DBD-CV17-6024093-S. Filed Nov. 22.

U.S. Granite Inc., et al., Danbury.

Filed by Peter Gehrkens, Middlebury.

Plaintiff’s attorney: Halloran & Sage LLP, Hartford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendants alleging that they had failed to properly install a countertop on their kitchen. The stone allegedly cracked due to the negligence of the defendants, causing damages. The plaintiff has declared that the defendants return to the worksite, but they have not finished their installation. The plaintiff claims money damages and court costs.

Case no. DBD-CV17-6024079-S. Filed Nov. 21.

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STAMFORD SUPERIOR COURT American United Transportation Inc., et al., Bronx, New York. Filed by State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co., Atlanta, Georgia. Plaintiff’s attorney: Donald P. Cianci, Columbia.

Action: The plaintiff has brought this motor vehicle suit against the defendants alleging that he collided with an underinsured motorist and suffered injury. The insurance policy carried by the underinsured motorist is inadequate to fully compensate for the damages. The defendant’s insurance company was allegedly forced to pay out damage. The plaintiff claims money damages in excess of $2,500. Case no. FST-CV17-6034033-S. Filed Nov. 21.

Belpoint Property Management LLC, et al., Greenwich. Filed by Graphic Arts Mutual Insurance Co., Utica, N.Y. Plaintiff’s attorney: Robert F. Ludgin, Hartford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendants alleging that they had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for a credit account. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding principal balance of $4,641 due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damages and court costs. Case no. FST-CV17-6034069-S. Filed Nov. 22.

Ford Motor Co., Dearborn, Michigan. Filed by Westport Auto Repair & Towing Inc., Wilton. Plaintiff’s attorney: Andrew M. La Bella, Stamford.

Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendant alleging that it had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for a lease provided. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding principal balance of $88,500 due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damages and court costs. Case no. FST-CV17-6034071-S. Filed Nov. 24.

Progressive Casualty Insurance Co., et al., Hartford. Filed by Lisette Rodriguez, Taunton, Mass. Plaintiff’s attorney: DiScala & DiScala LLC. Action: The plaintiff has brought this motor vehicle suit against the defendant alleging that she collided with an underinsured motorist and suffered injury. The insurance policy carried by the underinsured motorist is inadequate to fully compensate for the damages. The plaintiff alleges that her injuries are the legal responsibilities of her insurance company, the defendant. The plaintiff claims money damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interests and costs and such other relief as in law or equity may apply.

Case no. FST-CV17-6034070-S. Filed Nov. 22.

FIGURES San-Tec Inc., et al., Linden, N.J. Filed

by State Farm Fire and Casualty Co., Atlanta, Georgia. Plaintiff’s attorney: Donald P. Cianci, Columbia. Action: The plaintiff has brought this insurance suit against the defendants alleging that a car owned by the defendants and driven by an employee of the defendants during the course of their work hit a vehicle insured by the plaintiff, causing damages. The defendants were allegedly negligent in that they operated their motor vehicle at an unreasonable rate of speed. The plaintiff claims monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interests and costs, and such other relief as the court deems just and proper. Case no. FST-CV17-6034044-S. Filed Nov. 21.

TGM Anchor Point LLC, Hartford.

Filed by Salvatore Guarna, Stamford.

Plaintiff’s attorney: Carter Mario Injury Lawyers, North Haven. Action: The plaintiff has brought this personal injury suit against the defendant alleging that he fell down a stairwell owned by the defendant and sustained injuries. This dangerous condition was allowed to exist due to the negligence of the defendant and its employees in that they failed to adequately inspect the property.

The plaintiff claims monetary damages in excess of $15,000 and such other relief as this court may deem equitable and just. Case no. FST-CV176034020-S. Filed Nov. 21.

FEDERAL DISTRICT COURT Maine Fish Market Restaurant LLC, et al., East Windsor. Filed by Damien Bagley, Geoffrey Katulka and Nicole Messeck, Enfield. Plaintiffs’ attorney: Madsen, Prestley & Parenteau, Hartford. Action: The plaintiffs have brought this fair labor suit against the defendants alleging that they failed to pay minimum wage and misappropriated tips from the employees, the plaintiffs. The defendants allegedly engaged in an illegal tip-pooling scheme in an effort to deprive the plaintiffs of additional tips. The plaintiffs claim a certification as a class action, unpaid minimum wages, compensatory damages, treble damages, statutory theft, liquidated damages, attorney’s fees, costs, prejudgment interest, post-judgement interest and such other and further relief as may pertain in law or equity. Case no.

3:17-cv-01946-VAB. Filed Nov. 20.

Supernatural Deli LLC, et al., Hartford. Filed by Freshpoint Connecticut LLC, Hartford. Plaintiff’s attorney: Berson, Young & Margolis, New Haven.

Action: The plaintiff has brought this commodity suit against the defendants alleging that they failed to pay $38,735 in trust assets to the plaintiff for commodities received. The plaintiff claims full payment, attorney’s fees, costs and such other and further relief as may pertain in law or equity.

Case no. 3:17-cv-01962-VLB. Filed Nov. 21.

DEEDS

COMMITTEE DEEDS American Express Co., et al., Stamford. Appointed committee: Arby Goga, New Canaan. Property: 14 Spinning Wheel Lane, Stamford.

Amount: $536,000. Docket no. FSTCV-15-6026751-S. Filed Nov. 16.

COMMERCIAL

Trudell Homes LLC, Newtown.

Seller: Catherine Leona Ross, Fairfield. Property: Lots 1 and 2, Stillson Road, Fairfield. Amount: $600,000.

Filed Nov. 14.

RESIDENTIAL Accardi, Erika M. and Scott Michael Accardi, Greenwich. Seller: Christopher Graef and Nicole Graef, Greenwich. Property: 16 High St., Greenwich. Amount: $710,000. Filed Nov. 16.

104 Husted Lane LLC, Greenwich.

Seller: Husted Lane LLC, Greenwich.

Property: Parcel X, Map 8730, Greenwich. Amount: $7.1 million. Filed Nov. 9.

Annunziato, Julia and Michael Annunziato, Greenwich. Seller: Madeline DiStefano, Greenwich. Property: 5 Seton Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $829,000. Filed Nov. 13.

195 St. John’s Road LLC, Norwalk.

Seller: Letourneau Builders LLC, Ridgefield. Property: 195 Saint John’s Road, Ridgefield. Amount: $550,000.

Filed Nov. 13.

Araujo, Moises Correia De, Danbury. Seller: David Simpson and Safiya Simpson, Ridgefield. Property: Unit A-5 of Windsor Gardens, Danbury.

Amount: $94,500. Filed Nov. 14.

789 Harbor Road LLC, Southport.

Seller: Southport Realty Corp., Palm Beach, Florida. Property: 789 Harbor Road, Fairfield. Amount: $3.3 million.

Filed Nov. 14.

Avalos, Maria and Luis Avalos, Norwalk. Seller: Peter M. Small and Tammi M. Small, Norwalk. Property: Lot 22 and 23, Map 635, Norwalk.

Amount: $335,000. Filed Nov. 20.

Cat Rock Too LLC, Greenwich.

Seller: Virginia Campbell, Greenwich.

Property: Cat Rock Road, Greenwich.

Amount: $1.1 million. Filed Nov. 9.

Azarbarzin, Massi R. and Kourosh Azarbarzin, Fairfield. Seller: Cindy Rinfret, Greenwich. Property: 304 Taconic Road, Greenwich. Amount: $4.4 million. Filed Nov. 6.

CH Atlantis LLC, Dallas, Texas.

Seller: General Equities Inc., Kensington. Property: Main Street, Danbury.

Amount: $2.1 million. Filed Nov. 9.

Hawthorne Realty LLC, Ridgefield.

Seller: Mastrianni Property Group LLC, Fairfield. Property: 1140 Fairfield Beach Road, Fairfield. Amount: $376,749. Filed Nov. 13.

Bachman, Christopher, Ridgefield.

Seller: Florence LaRussell, Danbury.

Property: 95 Padanaram Road, Danbury. Amount: $259,000. Filed Nov. 8.

Bardhoku, Mimoza, Stamford.

Seller: Stephen McDermott and Charlotte Doherty, Stamford. Property: Lot 7, Map 5673, Stamford. Amount: $685,000. Filed Nov. 16.

Hilltop Farm Properties LLC, Greenwich. Seller: Thomas Peterfry, Greenwich. Property: Conyers Farm Drive, Lots 15, 16, 17, 18 and 19, Greenwich. Amount: $21 million. Filed Nov. 21.

Basi, Kelly E. and Samuel J. Basi, Stamford. Seller: Brian A. Keaveney and Kathy A. Keaveney, Stamford.

Property: 51 Lynam Road, Stamford.

Amount: $1.1 million. Filed Nov. 15.

Pall Construction LLC, Monroe.

Seller: Gilbert D. Russell and Sharon M. Russell, Fairfield. Property: 450 Woodridge Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $330,700. Filed Nov. 16.

Bowlin, Julianne P. and Daniel W. Bowlin, Stamford. Seller: Eric C. Goodman, Stamford. Property: 2435 Bedford St., Unit 21T, Stamford.

Amount: $409,000. Filed Nov. 13.

SF1910B LLC, Greenwich. Seller: Sabine 6B LLC, Greenwich. Property: Lot 6B, Map 7152, Greenwich.

Amount: $3.5 million. Filed Nov. 20.

Breunig, Lisa and John Breunig, Newtown. Seller: Joseph Allen Dinnan and Petra K. Dinnan, Newtown.

Property: Lot 28, Map 3322, Newtown.

Amount: $465,000. Filed Nov. 8.

SF1910D LLC, Greenwich. Seller: Sabine 8 LLC, Greenwich. Property: Round Hill Road, Greenwich.

Amount: $3.5 million. Filed Nov. 20.

Sycamore 240 LLC, Greenwich.

Seller: Joan M. Karpowich, Woodbury.

Property: 240 Sycamore Terrace, Stamford. Amount: $538,000. Filed Nov. 14.

TBBG Holdings LLC, Ridgefield.

Seller: Russell Neumann, Danbury.

Property: 36-17 Catoonah St., Unit 17, Ridgefield. Amount: $360,000. Filed Nov. 15.

Brolet, Jason J., Newtown. Seller: Janet M. Brolet, Boca Raton, Florida.

Property: 9 Green Knolls Lane, Newtown. Amount: $200,000. Filed Nov. 14.

Bromark, Raymond J., Sarasota, Florida. Seller: Donna L. Schroeder, Norwalk. Property: 912 Foxboro Drive, Norwalk. Amount: $400,000.

Filed Nov. 21.

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FACTS

Herritt, Joshua, Stamford. Seller: Dawn Armenio and Christopher J. Weihs, Darien. Property: 1515 Summer St., Unit 406, Stamford. Amount: $360,000. Filed Nov. 14.

Curran, Helen and Denis Curran, Greenwich. Seller: Denis Curran and Helen Curran, Greenwich. Property: Lot 4, Map 4415, Greenwich. For no consideration paid. Filed Nov. 20.

Freitas, Kelly A. and Paul M. Freitas, Danbury. Seller: Michael Chocholak and Lauren Chocholak, Newtown. Property: 19 Cobblers Mill Road, Newtown. Amount: $492,000.

Filed Nov. 21.

Holton, Florence, Juno Beach, Florida. Seller: Florence C. Lavin, Juno Beach, Florida. Property: 119 Old Church Road, Greenwich. For no consideration paid. Filed Nov. 14.

Curtis, Carolyn, Danbury. Seller: Pondview Development LLC, Brookfield. Property: 1 Corner Pond Court, Danbury. Amount: $785,445. Filed Nov. 9.

Gadikoppula, Abhinay, Scotch Plains, New Jersey. Seller: Breese Tomick, Stamford. Property: 562 Hope St., Unit 7, Stamford. Amount: $378,000. Filed Nov. 15.

Jackson, Dorye E. and Tommie Jackson, Stamford. Seller: Reverand Tommie Jackson and Dorye E. Jackson, Stamford. Property: Wire Mill Road, Map 5314, Stamford. For no consideration paid. Filed Nov. 15.

DeLeo, Kristin and Garry S. DeLeo Jr., Stamford. Seller: James Montanaro, Janet Montanaro and Paul Montanaro, Stamford. Property: 161 Thornridge Drive, Stamford. Amount: $470,000. Filed Nov. 16.

Gallegos, Steven D. Lopez, Stamford. Seller: Khano Moushm, Stamford. Property: 13 W. Washington Ave., Unit 14, Stamford. Amount: $142,000.

Filed Nov. 20.

Jha, Supriya and Shubin Jha, Greenwich. Seller: Christopher Caperton, Greenwich. Property: Lot 41, Map 3675, Greenwich. Amount: $1.7 million. Filed Nov. 17.

Gehm, Tracey, Newtown. Seller: Kevin Wilcox, Brookfield. Property: 6 Paugussett Road, Newtown. Amount: $293,000. Filed Nov. 9.

Johnson, Susan G., Greenwich.

Seller: Divi Divi LLC, Greenwich.

Property: 1535 E. Putnam Ave., Unit 201, Greenwich. Amount: $335,000.

Filed Nov. 20.

Curran, Caroline L. and Morgan J. Curran, Scarsborough, New York.

Seller: Kyle Slover and Amy Vensel, Newtown. Property: 189 Brushy Hill Road, Newtown. Amount: $550,000.

Filed Nov. 16.

Brown, Raymond C., Bronx, New York. Seller: Adam Barchi, Danbury.

Property: 16 Valerie Lane, Danbury.

Amount: $310,000. Filed Nov. 16.

Calorossi, Jeffrey M., Danbury. Seller: William Soetebier and Marywallis H. Soetebier, Danbury. Property: 5 Varian Drive, Danbury. Amount: $390,000. Filed Nov. 14.

Canavan, Carolyn and Gerard Canavan, Ridgefield. Seller: Wells Fargo Bank NA, Frederick, Maryland. Property: 106 Indian Cave Road, Ridgefield. Amount: $643,000. Filed Nov. 9.

Catalic, Kristina and Alfredo Catalic, Purchase, New York. Seller: M&T Bank, Buffalo, New York. Property: 188 Bedford Road, Greenwich.

Amount: $1.4 million. Filed Nov. 13.

Centeno, Estebania and Israel M. Centeno, Stratford. Seller: The Kalcar Corp., Stratford. Property: 5290 Main St., Stratford. Amount: $405,000.

Filed Nov. 9.

Chasin, Pamela and Matthew Chasin, Greenwich. Seller: Julie A. Trent and Brian F. O’Neil, Greenwich.

Property: Lot 5 and 6, Lauder Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $3.6 million.

Filed Nov. 9.

Chiluisa, Victoria and Jorge Chiluisa, Milford. Seller: 4 You Home Improvement LLC, Norwalk. Property: 24 Stony Brook Road, Norwalk. For no consideration paid. Filed Nov. 20.

Coffin, William Todd, Greenwich.

Seller: James A. Brunetti and Catherine Fiorito-Brunetti, Greenwich.

Property: Lot 1, Map 5560, Greenwich.

Amount: $1.6 million. Filed Nov. 7.

Condon, Virginia A. and Anthony J. Comarella, Newtown. Seller: Jose Colon and Lillian Colon, Newtown.

Property: Lots 1 and 2, Map 5948, Newtown. Amount: $299,900. Filed Nov. 8.

Corroon, Helen M., Richard F. Corroon and Peter Maitland Corroon, Greenwich. Seller: Helen M. Corroon, Greenwich. Property: Old Mill Road, Greenwich. For an unknown amount paid. Filed Nov. 13.

Crosby, Jolee Ann and Matthew Allen Crosby, Newtown. Seller: David S. Klang and Susan M. Reeves, Newtown. Property: Lot 4, Map 5123, Newtown. Amount: $490,000. Filed Nov. 15.

FIGURES

Foster III, Howard Crosby, Greenwich. Seller: Zachary C. Tyler and Gina M. Tyler, Greenwich. Property: 76 Valleywood Road, Greenwich. Amount: $1.6 million. Filed Nov. 13.

Brown, Lindsay and John Cooper, Stamford. Seller: Walter Isztwan, Orest Isztwan and Borris Isztwan, Stamford. Property: 40 Crestview Ave., Stamford. Amount: $340,000. Filed Nov. 14.

Caccavo, Christian A., Scarsdale, New York. Seller: Garry S. DeLeo Jr. and Kristin DeLeo, Stamford. Property: 30 DeBera Lane, Unit 9, Stamford.

Amount: $286,000. Filed Nov. 13.

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Delgado, Patricia, Golden’s Bridge, N.Y. Seller: Allison J. Carboni, Danbury.

Property: 2 Cushing Drive, Danbury.

Amount: $315,000. Filed Nov. 13.

Dillon, Anne Elizabeth and Craig Dillon, East Chatham, New York.

Seller: June Wang, Stamford. Property: 254 Seaside Ave., Unit 34D, Stamford.

Amount: $345,000. Filed Nov. 16.

Dube, Ava Marie and David E. Dube, New Milford. Seller: Brian A. Daly and Stephanie L. Daly, Newtown.

Property: 4 Crown View Drive, Newtown. Amount: $240,000. Filed Nov. 20.

Dufour, Kristen M. and Matthew W. Dufour, Norwalk. Seller: Nicholas Sheehan and Dayna Sheehan, Fairfield. Property: 1786 Jennings Road, Fairfield. Amount: $680,000. Filed Nov. 16.

Durvasula, Vankatesh S. and Donna P. Durvasula, Greenwich. Seller: 43 Burning Tree LLC, Greenwich.

Property: Burning Tree Road, Greenwich. Amount: $4.7 million. Filed Nov. 20.

Duva, Joseph Ryan, Danbury. Seller: Joseph S. Duva and Cheryl R. Duva, Brookfield. Property: 60 Cedar Drive, Danbury. Amount: $280,000. Filed Nov. 14.

Ehrhard, Robert, Hopewell Junction, New York. Seller: Steven Mikos, Danbury. Property: 8 Edgewood St., Danbury. Amount: $160,000. Filed Nov. 8.

Esperanca, Maria, Mahopac, New York. Seller: Lisa A. Topham and Christopher R. Topham, Danbury.

Property: 107 Sienna Drive, Unit 107, Danbury. Amount: $265,000. Filed Nov. 9.

Flores, Delmira, Stamford. Seller: Mario G. Frangiose and Marianna Frangiose, Stamford. Property: Lot 11, Map 6348, Stamford. Amount: $575,000. Filed Nov. 13.

Gerace, Theresa and Jack Edwards, Brookfield. Seller: Christian Kull and Krissy Kull, Danbury. Property: 4 Claremont Ave., Danbury.

Amount: $350,000. Filed Nov. 6.

Goldman, Sean J., Stamford. Seller: Erik D. Taylor, Danbury. Property: 1506 Briar Woods Lane, Unit 1506, Danbury. Amount: $277,500. Filed Nov. 15.

Graham, Debra Y., Greenwich.

Seller: Olive Brooks, Greenwich. Property: 48 Spring St., Unit 12, Greenwich.

Amount: $1 million. Filed Nov. 13.

Graham, Oraine, Norda Downer and Lorna Downer, Bronx, N.Y. Seller: Mieczyslaw Wandzel and Helena Wandzel, Stamford. Property: 105 Columbus Place, Unit 7, Stamford.

Amount: $379,000. Filed Nov. 14.

Greco, Geri T. and Glenn D. Brigham, New Fairfield. Seller: Greylock Group LLC, New Milford. Property: 6 Morgan Road, Danbury. Amount: $355,000. Filed Nov. 13.

Griffin, Kathleen D., Fairfield. Seller: Betsy Redgate, Fairfield. Property: 15 Stonybrook Road, Fairfield. Amount: $595,000. Filed Nov. 15.

Harrigan, Maureen O’Connor and Sean M. Harrigan, Palham, New York. Seller: James E. Geiger and Marilyn M. Geiger, Greenwich. Property: 73 Weaver St., Unit 16, Greenwich.

Amount: $1.2 million. Filed Nov. 20.

Hartmann, Jens and Alison M. Hartmann, Norwalk. Seller: Frank Robertson and Luisa Robertson, Norwalk. Property: 9 Old Saugatuck Road, Norwalk. Amount: $1.1 million. Filed Nov. 20.

Heis, Kevin J., Carmel, New York.

Seller: TMC Residential LLC, Danbury.

Property: 3 Cel Bret Drive, Danbury.

Amount: $370,000. Filed Nov. 16.

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Karagiannis, Andreas and Bojana K. Karagiannis, Norwalk. Seller: Thomas Justin Campbell Jr., Norwalk.

Property: Lot 1, Map 4144, Norwalk.

Amount: $1.1 million. Filed Nov. 20.

Kilcoyne, Joseph, Glendale, New York. Seller: Jennifer N. St. Pierre, Shelton. Property: Cribbins Avenue, Shelton. Amount: $327,000. Filed Nov. 8.

Kochman, Norci P. and Larry S. Kochman, Fairfield. Seller: Carol A. Callahan, Fairfield. Property: 40 Stamp Mortar Drive, Fairfield.

Amount: $880,000. Filed Nov. 15.

Koza, Mary and Thomas A. Koza Jr., Brookfield. Seller: Ann F. McFee, Danbury. Property: 44 Forty Acre Mountain Road, Danbury. Amount: $550,000. Filed Nov. 8.

Krajewski, Amie M. and Ray D. Krajewski, Stratford. Seller: David E. Simpson and Elizabeth A. Simpson, Shelton. Property: 229 E. Village Road, Shelton. Amount: $360,000. Filed Nov. 1.

Kull, Christian and Krissy Kull, Danbury. Seller: Louis Perez and Patricia A. Perez, Newtown. Property: 6 Dover Circle, Newtown. Amount: $602,000. Filed Nov. 6.

Lauten, Michael S., Stamford. Seller: Michael S. Palmer, Stamford. Property: Unit 279-5 of Fairway Commons Condominiums, Stamford. Amount: $220,000. Filed Nov. 13.

Lawson, Carl E., Greenwich. Seller: Ann Gaulke, Greenwich. Property: 28 Home Place, Unit B1, Greenwich.

Amount: $1 million. Filed Nov. 22.

Lindland, Amy, Stamford. Seller: Thomas F. Cingari Jr. and Jenna M. Cingari, Stamford. Property: 31 Carter Drive, Stamford. Amount: $645,000.

Filed Nov. 15.

Lipschutz, Ann M. and Jonathan E. Lipschutz, Norwalk. Seller: Paul T. Keating and Kate A. Keating, Fairfield. Property: 238 Rowland Road, Fairfield. Amount: $1.2 million. Filed Nov. 13.

Munoz-Fierro, Walther, Stamford.

Seller: Maria D. Chiapetta, Stamford.

Property: 279 Culloden Road, Stamford. For no consideration paid. Filed Nov. 14.

Liu, Han and Danlu Li, Stamford.

Seller: Igor Gitelman and Anna Korinets Gitelman, Greenwich. Property: 197 Sheephill Road, Unit C, Greenwich. Amount: $756,000. Filed Nov. 9.

Murphy, Stefanie A. and Richard Zogheb, Fairfield. Seller: FBR Connecticut LLC, Westport. Property: 1317-1318 Fairfield Beach Road, Fairfield. Amount: $3.1 million. Filed Nov. 16.

Liu, Shuo and Xuan Yang, Stamford.

Seller: David Rutkowski, Stamford.

Property: 30 Glenbrook Road, Unit 9E, Stamford. Amount: $260,000.

Filed Nov. 16.

Nesic, Djordje and Ronald Torrey Grobes, Bronx, New York. Seller: Jiling Huang, Stamford. Property: 287 Hamilton Ave., Stamford. Amount: $261,000. Filed Nov. 13.

Lynch, Elizabeth and Daniel Lynch, Greenwich. Seller: Sherwood Russ Lehrman and Laurie Prose, Greenwich. Property: 20 Church St., Unit B52, Greenwich. Amount: $725,000. Filed Nov. 14.

Ninomiya, Yuko and David Thurkauf, Ridgefield. Seller: Michael J. Simko, Greenwich. Property: 144 N. Water St., Greenwich. Amount: $1.3 million. Filed Nov. 14.

Magid, Alexander W., Weehawken, New Jersey. Seller: William J. Hanssler, Steven Hanssler, John M. Hanssler, Carolyn Naso and Marilyn Beal, Austin, Texas. Property: 16 Concord St., Greenwich. Amount: $635,000. Filed Nov. 13.

Maloney, Sally T., Greenwich. Seller: Ernest Lee Jahncke III and Carter D. Jahncke and Redington T. Jahncke, Greenwich. Property: Unit 25 in Lyon Farm Condominium West, Greenwich. Amount: $1. Filed Nov. 13.

Mason, Amanda S. and Thomas W. Mason, Fairfield. Seller: Thomas J. Carley and Margaret M. Carley, Portland, Oregon. Property: 1504 Fairfield Beach Road, Fairfield. Amount: $650,000. Filed Nov. 17.

McPartland, Kathy A. and Gerard M. McPartland, Stamford. Seller: Brian Cajes and Kristin Doyle, Jersey City, New Jersey. Property: 332 Red Fox Road, Stamford. Amount: $685,000.

Filed Nov. 16.

Milano, Amanda Jean and Daniel C. Milano, West Haven. Seller: Ernest A. Orgera, Dennis R. Orgera, Edward F. Orgera and Marilyn F. Mahoney, Stamford. Property: 94 Matthews St., Stamford. Amount: $370,000. Filed Nov. 17.

Molyneaux, Mariela and Thomas Molyneaux, Stamford. Seller: Emily L. Kethler, Stamford. Property: 51 Meadowpark Avenue North, Stamford. Amount: $440,000. Filed Nov. 13.

Moran, John, Danbury. Seller: Long Point Investments LLC, Danbury.

Property: 262 Great Plain Road, Cabin 15, Danbury. Amount: $121,500. Filed Nov. 13.

Morelli, Marianne, Stamford. Seller: Frank A. Federici, New Canaan. Property: Unit 5H in The Buckingham Condominium, Stamford. Amount: $438,000. Filed Nov. 21.

Mukherjee, Nilabja, Stamford. Seller: Anisa Nasreen Ali and Amit Poddar, Stamford. Property: Lot 25, Map 11583, Stamford. Amount: $758,000.

Filed Nov. 20.

Olejarz, Pawel, Stamford. Seller: Mary Sinishtaj, Stamford. Property: 246 Seaside Ave., Unit 3, Stamford.

Amount: $336,000. Filed Nov. 17.

Oltman, Kelsie, Danbury. Seller: Curbsaver LLC, Ridgefield. Property: 26 North St., Ridgefield. Amount: $426,000. Filed Nov. 16.

Pantaleo, Christina M. and Ross M. Wiener, New York, New York.

Seller: Stephen J. DeVoe IV, Stamford.

Property: 79 Harbor Drive, Unit 309, Stamford. Amount: $456,900. Filed Nov. 15.

Paradiso, Carolyn, Yonkers, New York. Seller: Regina Sassone, Stamford. Property: 7 Fourth St., Unit 4C, Stamford. Amount: $275,000. Filed Nov. 16.

Parks, Ruth L. and Michael G. Parks, Newtown. Seller: Casey Khan and Sarah Khan, Sugar Land, Texas.

Property: Lot 15, Map 7093, Newtown.

Amount: $475,000. Filed Nov. 17.

Patwardhan, Aruna V. and Vinaykumar Patwardhan, Short Hill, New Jersey. Seller: Tangley C. Lloyd, Stuart, Florida. Property: 150 Stanwich Road, Greenwich. Amount: $2.4 million. Filed Nov. 21.

Pennica, Brooke and Matthew Bromberg, Danbury. Seller: Deutsche Bank National Trust Co., West Palm Beach, Florida. Property: 5 Crestdale Road, Danbury. Amount: $169,000. Filed Nov. 14.

Petrino, Pio Dino, Danbury. Seller: Brian N. Cook, New Milford. Property: 8002 Heartwood Lane, Danbury.

Amount: $249,000. Filed Nov. 16.

Ramos, Clara, Bridgeport. Seller: Susan L. Baker, Danbury. Property: 11 Boulevard Drive 21, Danbury.

Amount: $275,000. Filed Nov. 13.

Rebelo, Claudia and Alejandro Marcelo Rebelo, Greenwich.

Seller: Robert S. Marullo and Alison W. Marullo, Greenwich. Property: 35 Dartmouth Road, Greenwich.

Amount: $1.5 million. Filed Nov. 13.

FACTS Rodriguez, Jason A., Greenwich.

Seller: Cynthia Swanson, Greenwich.

Property: 47 Lafayette Place, Unit 2G, Greenwich. Amount: $369,000. Filed Nov. 17.

Roth, Carolyn and Charles Roth, Stamford. Seller: Jeffrey S. Heidler, Stamford. Property: 4 Howes Ave., Stamford. Amount: $609,000. Filed Nov. 20.

Sadowska, Justyna, Norwalk. Seller: Joan C. Tedeschi, Norwalk. Property: 3 Seir Hill Road, Unit A-4, Norwalk.

Amount: $245,000. Filed Nov. 20.

Salem, Ann M. and Francis A. Salem, Rye, New York. Seller: Patrick Ciullo, New Rochelle, New York. Property: 172 Byram Shore Road, Greenwich.

Amount: $1.7 million. Filed Nov. 14.

Segal, Danielle C. and Jonathan Segal, New York, New York. Seller: Richard Scott Balkan and Laura Balkan, Southport. Property: 780 Harbor Road, Fairfield. Amount: $4.7 million.

Filed Nov. 17.

Shaw, Raphael N., New Rochelle, New York. Seller: Edward J. Greenwood, Bridgeport. Property: 881 Lafayette Blvd., Unit 1C, Bridgeport.

Amount: $178,000. Filed Nov. 9.

Sheth, Nick, Danbury. Seller: CRA Builders Inc., Danbury. Property: Lot 2, Map 4180, Danbury. Amount: $385,000. Filed Nov. 13.

Singh, Mallika and Manish Singh, Greenwich. Seller: Scot Robert Blair and Linda Blair Saleeby, Greenwich.

Property: 21 Harding Road, Greenwich. Amount: $1.2 million. Filed Nov. 16.

Smirnoff III, George, Rochester, Michigan. Seller: John J. Philbin Jr., Fairfield. Property: 141 Margemere Drive, Fairfield. Amount: $1.4 million.

Filed Nov. 14.

Toth, Charles S., Fairfield. Seller: William A. Pieragostini, Newtown.

Property: Lot 19, Map 8244, Newtown.

Amount: $10. Filed Nov. 6.

Townsend, Marree S. and John L. Townsend, Greenwich. Seller: Deborah B. Murdock, Greenwich. Property: 108 E. Elm St., Greenwich. Amount: $4.7 million. Filed Nov. 8.

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Zhu, Guihua and Earl V. Hedin, Norwalk. Seller: Mark Grello and Julie Grello, New Milford. Property: Unit 325 of Crown Court, Danbury.

Amount: $92,000. Filed Nov. 15.

FORECLOSURES

Trimm, Bryan, Stamford. Seller: Kathryn E. Mahoney, Stamford. Property: 141 Grove St., Unit D, Stamford.

Amount: $295,000. Filed Nov. 20.

Aristizabal, Javier A., et al. Creditor: Deutsche Bank National Trust Co., Salt Lake City, Utah. Property: Lot 57, Map 2676, Stamford. Delinquent common charges. Filed Nov. 9.

Troiano, Timothy, Katonah, New York. Seller: Lilibeth Lopez, Stamford.

Property: 29 Standish Road, Unit 4, Stamford. Amount: $143,000. Filed Nov. 21.

Bolland, Joseph, et al. Creditor: Bank of America NA, Greenville, South Carolina. Property: 179 N. Maple Ave., Greenwich. Mortgage default.

Filed Nov. 13.

Truscott, Jennifer Brownell and Michael James Tarantino, Stamford. Seller: Connecticut PN 101 LLC, Norwalk. Property: 80 Highline Trail, Stamford. Amount: $675,000. Filed Nov. 15.

Braverman, Steven P., et al. Creditor: The Bank of New York Mellon, New York, New York. Property: 44 Close Road, Greenwich. Mortgage default. Filed Nov. 9.

Tumang, Maria C. and Joseph Tumang, Fishkill, New York. Seller: Janet L. Heylmun, Danbury. Property: 6004 Heartwood Lane, Danbury. Amount: $300,000. Filed Nov. 16.

Vallejo, Deanna and Edward Vallejo, Bridgeport. Seller: Rina Scafidi, Stamford. Property: Unit 1032 of Fountain Terrace Condominium 2, Stamford. Amount: $165,000. Filed Nov. 13.

Vassak, Kristine E. and Gregory B. Vassak, Brewster, New York. Seller: Federal National Mortgage Association, Dallas, Texas. Property: 15 Crofut Place, Danbury. Amount: $220,000.

Filed Nov. 9.

Velasquez, Adriana, Victor Rivera and David Rivera, Danbury.

Seller: Pio Petrino, Danbury. Property: 26 Myrtle Ave., Danbury. Amount: $280,000. Filed Nov. 16.

Stark, Ann Marie and Benjamin Stark, Stamford. Seller: Danny Townes and Murdis Townes, Stamford. Property: 194 Courtland Ave., Stamford. Amount: $425,000. Filed Nov. 16.

Vivenzio, Dominick, Stamford.

Seller: Burak B. Unur and Danhao Wu, Stamford. Property: 2539 Bedford St., Unit 38M, Stamford. Amount: $487,000. Filed Nov. 17.

Studer, Craig A., Danbury. Seller: Francis X. Studer and Marilynn C. Studer, Danbury. Property: 48 Great Plain Road, Danbury. Amount: $425,000. Filed Nov. 15.

Walczak, Holly and Bruce Walczak, Newtown. Seller: Evelyn M. Farrell, Newtown. Property: 20 Main St., Newtown. Amount: $445,000. Filed Nov. 17.

Taft, Sarah A. and Christopher Evan Jones, Mamaroneck, New York.

Seller: Liberty Development Group LLC, Stamford. Property: 59 Liberty St., Unit 45, Stamford. Amount: $408,750. Filed Nov. 13.

White, Kathryn G. and Eugene R. White III, Chester, New York. Seller: Ben R. Watrous and Nikki T. Watrous, Greenwich. Property: Gerry Street, Greenwich. Amount: $761,000. Filed Nov. 7.

Talamo, Virginia F., Greenwich.

Seller: Michael G. Chieco, Greenwich.

Property: Lot C-66, Map 4556, Greenwich. For no consideration paid. Filed Nov. 8.

Yeung, Wendy and George Yeung, Stamford. Seller: Albano Tunnera, Greenwich. Property: Unit 5 in Parkview Townhouses, Greenwich.

Amount: $592,500. Filed Nov. 7.

Tenesaca, Maria R. Alvarez and Carlos H. Sanchez, Danbury. Seller: Housatonic Habitat For Humanity Inc., Danbury. Property: 75 Town Hill Ave., Danbury. Amount: $240,000.

Filed Nov. 14.

Zendrowska, Agnieszka and Maciej Stepien, Stamford. Seller: Franciszek Kulas and Zofia Kulas, Stamford. Property: 3 Owen St., Stamford.

Amount: $491,000. Filed Nov. 22.

Buswell, Chris O., et al. Creditor: Wilmington Trust NA, Chicago, Illinois. Property: 35 W. Broad St., Unit 105, Stamford. Delinquent common charges. Filed Nov. 14.

Cam, Eugene A., et al. Creditor: JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Jacksonville, Florida. Property: 99 Porchuck Road, Greenwich. Mortgage default. Filed Nov. 2.

Cuber, Lori W., et al. Creditor: Wells Fargo Bank NA, Frederick, Maryland.

Property: 56 Nursery St., Norwalk.

Mortgage default. Filed Nov. 15.

Gonzalez, Juan Pedro, et al. Creditor: Wells Fargo Bank NA, Frederick, Md. Property: 325 Lafayette St., Unit 4103, Bridgeport. Delinquent common charges. Filed Nov. 9.

Keddy, Phillip J., et al. Creditor: The Bank of New York Mellon, New York, New York. Property: 25 Washington Ave., Newtown. Mortgage default.

Filed Nov. 9.

Kulenty, Andrzej, et al. Creditor: U.S. Bank NA, Fort Mill, South Carolina. Property: 91 Strawberry Hill Ave., Unit 937, Stamford. Delinquent common charges. Filed Nov. 14.

Marczak, Barbara, et al. Creditor: The Bank of New York Mellon, New York, New York. Property: 100 Richards Ave., Unit 408, Norwalk. Delinquent common charges. Filed Nov. 14.

Morris, James B., et al. Creditor: U.S. Bank NA, Fort Mill, South Carolina.

Property: 45 Soundview Drive, Stamford. Mortgage default. Filed Nov. 9.

Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., et al. Creditor: Everbank. Property: 50 Stone Ridge Way, Unit 1F, Fairfield. Delinquent common charges. Filed Nov. 13.

Pelaez, Carlos A., et al. Creditor: The Bank of New York Mellon, New York, New York. Property: 91 Strawberry Hill Ave., Unit 339, Stamford. Delinquent common charges. Filed Nov. 9.

FIGURES Sosa, Esteban, et al. Creditor: Wilmington Trust NA, Chicago, Illinois.

Property: 21 Lillian St., Stamford.

Mortgage default. Filed Nov. 17.

Union Square Condominiums Inc., et al. Creditor: HSBC Bank USA NA, Farmington. Property: 4 Union Ave., Unit 32, Norwalk. Delinquent common charges. Filed Nov. 7.

JUDGMENTS Biscia, Fabian, Danbury. $4,541 in favor of Danbury Hospital, Danbury, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury. Property: 118 Forty Acre Mountain Road, Danbury. Filed Nov. 15.

Carde, Juana, Stamford. $2,535 in favor of Midland Funding LLC, Warren, Mich., by the Law Offices of Howard Lee Schiff PC, East Hartford. Property: 44 Wright St., Stamford. Filed Nov. 21.

Carmona, Patricia, Stamford. $1,643 in favor of Midland Funding LLC, Warren, Mich., by the Law Offices of Howard Lee Schiff PC, East Hartford. Property: 75 Stanton Drive, Stamford. Filed Nov. 21.

Conk, John, Newtown. $2,528 in favor of Bank of America NA, Charlotte, North Carolina., by the Law Offices of Howard Lee Schiff PC, East Hartford.

Property: 120 Walnut Tree Hill Road, Newtown. Filed Nov. 8.

D’Andrea, Marilyn A., Stamford. $10,345 in favor of Bank of America NA, Charlotte, North Carolina, by the Law Offices of Howard Lee Schiff PC, East Hartford. Property: 176 Minivale Road, Stamford. Filed Nov. 9.

Feican, Maria, Norwalk. $292 in favor of Hop Energy LLC, Bridgeport,

by William G. Reveley & Associates LLC, Vernon. Property: 16 Bean St., Norwalk. Filed Nov. 9.

Hemingway Custom Cabinetry LLC, et al., Stamford. $129,624 in favor of Marlin Business Banking, Mount Laurel, New Jersey, by Evans, Feldman & Ainsworth LLC, New Haven. Property: 61 Heming Way, Stamford. Filed Nov. 16.

Herzog, et al., Stamford. $5,157 in favor of Our Lady of Grace Preschool & Kindergarten, Stamford, by Dominick M. Angotta, Stamford. Property: 117 Knickerbocker Ave., Stamford. Filed Nov. 6.

Hornyak, Jane E., Danbury. $12,367 in favor of Cavalry SPV I LLC, Valhalla, New York, by Tobin Melien & Marohn, New Haven. Property: 1 E. Hayestown Road, Unit 19, Danbury. Filed Nov. 9.

Kirschbaum, Blake, Stamford. $28,531 in favor of The Accounts Retrievable System Inc., Bellmore, New York, by Law Offices of Karen M. Riggio, Stamford. Property: 96 Eagle Drive, Stamford. Filed Nov. 14.

Lourenco, Alan, Newtown. $402,505 in favor of Daniel Lourenco, Danbury, by Christopher G. Winans, Danbury. Property: 106 Taunton Hill Road, Newtown. Filed Nov. 13.

Marston, Margo, Newtown. $1,138 in favor of Cavalry SPV I LLC, Valhalla, New York, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury. Property: 21 Indian Hill Lane, Newtown. Filed Nov. 6.

Nicolari, Timothy, Danbury. $2,000 in favor of Western Connecticut Imaging, Danbury, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury. Property: 32 Taagan Point Road, Danbury. Filed Nov. 15.

Patel, Sumitra, Stamford. $3,235 in favor of Hop Energy LLC, Bridgeport,

by William G. Reveley & Associates LLC, Vernon. Property: 668 High Ridge Road, Stamford. Filed Nov. 9.

Pia, Kenneth H., Norwalk. $12,106 in favor of Ford Motor Credit Company LLC, Livonia, by Nair & Levin PC, Bloomfield. Property: 12 Crossland Place, Norwalk. Filed Nov. 7.

Raso, Michael Anthony, Danbury. $3,257 in favor of Bank of America NA, Charlotte, North Carolina, by the Law Offices of Howard Lee Schiff PC, East Hartford. Property: 136 Deer Hill Ave., Unit B-18, Danbury. Filed Nov. 8.

Romano, Michael, Danbury. $3,430 in favor of Danbury Hospital, Danbury, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury.

Property: 31 Abbott Ave., Danbury.

Filed Nov. 15.

Excel Installations LLC, 40 Mountain Road, Ridgefield. $11,968, quarterly payroll taxes. Filed Nov. 6.

Fred N. Durante Jr. Landscape Service LLC, 331 Selleck St., Stamford. $26,909, quarterly payroll taxes.

Filed Nov. 15.

Fresne, David M., 110 Old Hickory Road, Fairfield. $55,969, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 17.

Goodhue, Charles F., 75 Minute Hill Road South, Newtown. $27,526, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 13.

Guadalupe, Amaris L. and Victor R. Guadalupe, 100 Bedford Road, Greenwich. $82,991, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 15.

Innovative Technology Partners LP, 263 Tresser Blvd., 15th floor, Stamford. $90,090, U.S. return of partnership income. Filed Nov. 7.

Kulikowski Construction LLC, 161 Rolling Ridge Road, Fairfield. $19,592, quarterly payroll taxes. Filed Nov. 6.

McCallister, Malcolm P., 6 Maher Ave., Greenwich. $27,737, civil proceeding tax. Filed Nov. 15.

Turowski, Lech, Norwalk. $43,163 in favor of National Collegiate Student Loan Trust 2007-4, by Solomon and Solomon PC, Albany, New York. Property: 23 Juhasz Road, Norwalk. Filed Nov. 17.

Moreira, Max, 37 Maplewood Drive, Greenwich. $49,265, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 6.

LEASES

Omeara, Frank G., 192 Birch Road, Fairfield. $86,562, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 15.

Heidmar Inc., by Kathleen C. Haines. Landlord: ESRT Merrittview LLC, Stamford. Property: 20 Glover Ave., Norwalk. Term: 10 years, commenced Nov. 7, 2017. Filed Nov. 9.

LIENS

Old Post Road Saloon LLC, 554 Old Post Road 3, Greenwich. $24,500, quarterly payroll taxes. Filed Nov. 15.

Patterson, John D., 29 Intervale Road, Stamford. $31,477, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 20.

Polpo Restaurant, 554 Old Post Road 3, Greenwich. $110,215, quarterly payroll taxes. Filed Nov. 17.

FEDERAL TAX LIENS-FILED

Rinaldi, Robert A., 277 S. Main St., Newtown. $19,632, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 6.

Ayala, Maritza and Mehmood Kumail, 132 Hope St., Unit L, Stamford. $45,154, a tax debt on income earned.

Filed Nov. 7.

Roper, Marilyn, 70 Parsonage Road, Greenwich. $23,238, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 15.

Berlingos Auto Body Shop Inc., 129 Myrtle Ave., Stamford. $18,859, quarterly payroll taxes. Filed Nov. 15.

Sagnelli, Caroline and Kenneth L. Sagnelli, 65 Deleo Drive, Stamford. $21,148, a tax debt on income earned.

Filed Nov. 7.

Biasetti, Hope and Anthony Biasetti, 40 Farrell Road, Newtown. $182,468, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 16.

Chamlin, Roger A., 3 Ohio Ave., Second floor, Norwalk. $11,021, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 6.

Davis, Robert L., 15 Hudson St., Norwalk. $198,713, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 21.

Savage, Lolita and Frank Savage, 1 Broad St., Apt PHD5, Stamford. $104,515, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 7.

Savvidis, Anastasios, P.O. Box 736, Norwalk. $285,473, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 6.

Scarlato, Joseph M., 6 Charlies Circle, Newtown. $15,651, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 6.

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FACTS Shaw, Jennifer and Justin Shaw, 21 Sawmill Lane, Greenwich. $91,982, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 6.

Diamond, Elissa M. and Joshua Fields, 97 Havemeyer Place, Greenwich. $12,702, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 6.

Solis, Kristin and Luis Solis, 4 Windward Road, Norwalk. $49, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 7.

Diamond, Elissa M. and Joshua Fields, 97 Havemeyer Place, Greenwich. $41,720, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 6.

Steede, Elizabeth L. and Thaddeus M. Steede, 28 Mitchell St., Stamford. $37,223, a tax debt on income earned.

Filed Nov. 7.

Stevens, Kenneth, P.O. Box 7907, Greenwich. $14,496, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 6.

Tiso, Mary, P.O. Box 667, Greenwich. $54,577, a tax debt on income earned.

Filed Nov. 6.

FEDERAL TAX LIENS-RELEASED Akter, Rehana and Abu Shahid Abdur Rob, 18 Bedford Ave., Apt. 8, Norwalk. $24,175, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 6.

Anastos, Evelyn L. and Steven J. Anastos, 88 Verplank Ave., Stamford. $79,900, a tax debt on income earned.

Filed Nov. 15.

Barnett, Susan L., 11 Sweet Meadow Road, Newtown. $25,494, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 13.

Diamond, Elissa M. and Joshua Fields, 97 Havemeyer Place, Greenwich. $82,713, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 6.

Frontier Florida LLC, 401 Merritt 7, Norwalk. $38,988, excise tax and quarterly payroll taxes. Filed Nov. 15.

Fusco, Michael S., 55 Fieldstone Terrace, Stamford. $190,658, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 7.

Gaudelet, Amanda and Alexandre Gaudelet, 441 Round Hill Road, Greenwich. $196,354, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 15.

Hamman, Rebecca and Dale Hamman, 29 Lindsey Ave., Stamford. $3,637, a tax debt on income earned.

Filed Nov. 7.

Hightower, Dori B., 543 Wire Mill Road, Stamford. $98,270, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 7.

Hightower, Dori B., 1127 High Ridge, Unit 309, Stamford. $122,980, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 7.

Berizzi, Donna M., 141 Four Brooks Road, Stamford. $70,421, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 15.

Imeroski, Kujtim, 141 Franklin St., Stamford. $30,461, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 7.

Bianchi, Diana P. and Carlos J. Bianchi, 22 Center Road, Greenwich. $103,786, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 15.

Kaali-Nagy, Foster, 12 Nathan Hale Drive, Norwalk. $15,567, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 15.

Brito, Emmanuel A., 19 Pulaski St., Unit 1, Norwalk. $35,943, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 6.

Chappo, Anne W. and Richard J. Chappo, 82 Patrick Road, Westport. $17,361, a tax debt on income earned.

Filed Nov. 15.

County Pumping Sanitary Service, 33 Stonecrop Road, Norwalk. $8,405, quarterly payroll taxes. Filed Nov. 6.

Cyprien, Johnny, 10 Elm St., Apt. B2, Norwalk. $5,959, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 21.

Daniel, Kelly S. and Brett W. Daniel, 91 Knollwood Lane, New Canaan. $6,897, a tax debt on income earned.

Filed Nov. 15.

Deluca, Nicholas A., 4 Powder Horn Road, Norwalk. $34,310, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 6.

Diamond, Elissa M. and Joshua Fields, 97 Havemeyer Place, Greenwich. $47,030, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 6.

Kerins, Sivan, 202 Rowayton Woods Drive, Norwalk. $39,108, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 21.

Kovacs, Sarah S. and Bret S. Kovacs, 33 Harkim Road, Greenwich. $29,502, a tax debt on income earned.

Filed Nov. 6.

Lamothe, Jimmy J., P.O. Box 17088, Stamford. $25,321, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 7.

Leiva, Camilo A. Escobar, 505 Westport Ave., Unit 21, Norwalk. $2,768, a tax debt on income earned.

Filed Nov. 6.

Miller, Noreen and Ronald R. Miller, 33 Stonecrop Road, Norwalk. $30,978, a tax debt on income earned.

Filed Nov. 6.

Moreau, Michel, 2208 Avalon Drive, Shelton. $21,168, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 7.

Ob-Gyn Professional Associates PC, 2001 W. Main St., Suite 125, Stamford. $38,768, quarterly payroll taxes.

Filed Nov. 15.

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Parisi, Mike, 44 S. Main St., Apt. 307, Norwalk. $1,753, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 6.

Podrimqaku, Negjat, 28 Three Lakes Drive, Stamford. $44,981, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 15.

Ponzo, Andrew M., 68 Sound Beach Ave., Greenwich. $21,164, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 15.

Smith, Margaret M., 21 Buckingham Place, Norwalk. $8,065, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 6.

Suave, Rico A., 1814 Newfield Ave., Stamford. $2,291, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 7.

Tabooch Inc., 92 Main St., Norwalk. $18,670, quarterly payroll taxes. Filed Nov. 6.

Telzer, Ellie-Abigail and Samuel R. Telzer, 27 Pierce Road, Greenwich. $116,397, a tax debt on income earned.

Filed Nov. 20.

Walsh, Jacqueline and Jerome T. Walsh, 96 Doubling Road, Greenwich. $3,076, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 6.

Williams, Venessa L., 1700 E. Putnam, Unit 206, Greenwich. $369,249, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Nov. 15.

MECHANIC’S LIENS-FILED Antonacci, Ralph, Ridgefield. Filed

by V. Nanfito Roofing & Siding Inc., Meriden, by Armand Martinez. Property: Parcel B, Map 4898, Ridgefield.

Amount: $500. Filed Oct. 25.

Bridge Street Partners LLC, Shelton. Filed by G. Pie & Sons Construction Co. Inc., Bridgeport, by Patricia Stevens. Property: 44-46 Bridge St., 56 and 64 Bridge St., Shelton. Amount: $80,000. Filed Nov. 8.

Sono Development Partners LLC, Stamford. Filed by RVB Construction Inc., Mount Vernon, New York,

by Ronald Browning. Property: 43 and 47 S. Main St., Norwalk. Amount: $395,255. Filed Nov. 14.

Sullivan John, Fairfield. Filed by I.C. Contracting LLC, Trumbull, by John B. Arone III. Property: 239 Edward St., Fairfield. Amount: $18,799. Filed Nov. 14.

MECHANIC’S LIENS-RELEASED 330 Railroad Avenue LLC, Greenwich. Released by JCS Construction Group Inc., Stamford, by Justin Shaw.

Property: 330 Railroad Ave., Greenwich. Amount: $164,454. Filed Nov. 1.

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FIGURES 330 Railroad Avenue LLC, Greenwich. Released by Dimensional Stone & Tile Designs Inc., New York, by Doris Balsam. Property: 330 Railroad Ave., Greenwich. Amount: $8,883. Filed Nov. 13.

LIS PENDENS Aarons, Michael D., et al., Danbury.

Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Nationstar Mortgage LLC, Lewisville, Texas. Property: 19 Tucker St., Unit 708, Building 7, Danbury. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $400,000, dated June 2007. Filed Nov. 16.

Birkett, Thomas A., et al., Stamford. Filed by McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for Wells Fargo Bank NA, Frederick, Maryland.

Property: 438 Hunting Ridge Road, Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $650,000, dated April 2005. Filed Nov. 8.

Brown, Donna G., et al., Norwalk.

Filed by Marinosci Law Group PC, Warwick, Rhode Island, for Bank of America NA, Frederick, Maryland.

Property: Lot 22, Map 4774, Norwalk.

Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $125,000, dated December 2003. Filed Nov. 15.

Chiaraluce, Casey M., et al., Stamford. Filed by MHR Lewis (US) LLC, Stamford, for First County Bank, Stamford. Property: 138 Saddle Hill Road, Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $160,000, dated May 2005. Filed Nov. 8.

Childakos, Melissa, et al., Stamford. Filed by McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Columbus, Ohio.

Property: 81 Soundview Ave., Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $148,800, dated March 2007. Filed Nov. 13.

Darling Jr., William J., et al., Stamford. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for U.S. Bank NA, trustee, Salt Lake City, Utah. Property: 29 Ponus Ave., Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $308,000, dated November 2004.

Filed Nov. 14.

D’Avanzo, Kristen, et al., Stamford.

Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Total Mortgage Services LLC. Property: 1937 High Ridge Road, Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $417,000, dated December 2015. Filed Nov. 9.

Davidson, Boga J., et al., Norwalk.

Filed by McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for U.S. Bank NA, trustee, Salt Lake City, Utah. Property: 4 May Drive, Norwalk. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $536,000, dated January 2005. Filed Nov. 16.

Fiorita, Jeb, et al., Greenwich. Filed

by Frankel & Berg, Norwalk, for Palmer Point Condominium Association Inc., Greenwich. Property: 9 River Road, Unit 415, Greenwich. Action: to foreclose on a condominium lien for delinquent common charges and assessments and take immediate possession of the property. Filed Nov. 7.

Lorusso, Loretta, et al., Norwalk.

Filed by McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for Reverse Mortgage Solutions Inc. Property: 2 Admiral Lane, Norwalk. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $938,250, dated December 2011. Filed Nov. 17.

Harrington, John H., et al., Stratford. Filed by Jackson Law Group CT LLC, Shelton, for Wells Fargo Bank NA, Frederick, Maryland. Property: 85 Sunflower Ave., Stratford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $264,800, dated January 2005. Filed Nov. 8.

Lowery, Patrick A., et al., Danbury.

Filed by Richard Arconti, Danbury, for Union Savings Bank, Danbury.

Property: Unit 306, Garage Unit G-32, Danbury. Action: to foreclose on a condominium lien for delinquent common charges and assessments and take immediate possession of the property. Filed Nov. 14.

Henry Street Properties LLC, et al., Stamford. Filed by the Law Offices of Vincent J. Freccia III, Stamford, for the city of Stamford. Property: 117 Henry St., Stamford. Action: to foreclose on tax liens levied by the city of Stamford and take immediate possession of the premises. Filed Nov. 9.

Martin, Raymond D., et al., Greenwich. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Fifth Third Bank.

Property: 85 Bowman Drive, Greenwich. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $325,000, dated March 2000. Filed Nov. 9.

Illescas, Manuel, et al., Danbury.

Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for U.S. Bank NA, trustee, Salt Lake City, Utah. Property: 104 E. Liberty St., Danbury. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $358,000, dated December 2006.

Filed Nov. 9.

Morgan, Andrew, et al., Greenwich.

Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Ditech Financial LLC. Property: 74 Orchard St., Greenwich.

Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $611,975, dated December 2015. Filed Nov. 8.

Knowles, Stephen M., et al., Fairfield. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for MSNI Benefit LLC. Property: 1660 Bronson Road, Fairfield. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $156,200, dated February 2007. Filed Nov. 17.

Mustafa, Nahin, et al., Stamford.

Filed by McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for U.S. Bank NA, trustee, Salt Lake City, Utah. Property: 403 Oaklawn Ave., Stamford.

Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $361,600, dated July 2007.

Filed Nov. 7.

Kovack, Scott G., et al., Newtown.

Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Federal National Mortgage Association, Dallas, Texas.

Property: 6 Appleblossom Lane, Newtown. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $153,500, dated September 2002. Filed Nov. 13.

Nunez, Maria, et al., Danbury. Filed

by McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for The Bank of New York Mellon, New York, New York.

Property: 8-10 Division St., Danbury.

Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $448,000, dated May 2006. Filed Nov. 14.

Lawrence, Martha, et al., Greenwich. Filed by Marinosci Law Group PC, Warwick, R.I., for Nationstar Mortgage LLC, Lewisville, Texas. Property: Lot 10, Map 4147, Greenwich. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $144,000, dated May 2002. Filed Nov. 6.

Palmer, Joseph A., et al., Fairfield.

Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Wells Fargo Bank NA, Frederick, Maryland. Property: 11 Short Hill Lane, Fairfield. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $250,000, dated January 2006. Filed Nov. 17.

Lombardo Jr., Michael T., et al., Stamford. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Quicken Loans Inc. Property: 17 Redmont Road, Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $412,596, dated July 2013. Filed Nov. 14.

Pluchino, Michael C., et al., Danbury. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Connecticut Housing Finance Authority, Rocky Hill. Property: 174-176 Brushy Hill Road, Danbury. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $192,000, dated December 2011. Filed Nov. 16.

Longo, Valoree, et al., Stamford.

Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Columbus, Ohio. Property: 215 Farms Road, Lot 2, Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $140,000, dated January 2002. Filed Nov. 14.

Rabita Jr., Sal A., et al., Stamford.

Filed by McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for Federal National Mortgage Association, Dallas, Texas. Property: 720 Hope St., Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $165,000, dated July 2003. Filed Nov. 13.

FACTS Reyes, Martha, et al., Danbury.

Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Noteworthy LLC. Property: 4 Patricia Lane, Danbury.

Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $134,400, dated April 2007.

Filed Nov. 14.

Roye, Billie M., et al., Danbury. Filed

by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for U.S. Bank NA, trustee, Salt Lake City, Utah. Property: 8 Rose Lane, Unit 14-6, Danbury. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $193,160, dated August 2013. Filed Nov. 8.

Serpico, Ralph, et al., Ridgefield.

Filed by Leopold & Associates PLLC, Stamford, for Deutsche Bank National Trust, trustee, Los Angeles, Calififornia. Property: 34 Main St., Ridgefield.

Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $569,000, dated November 2004. Filed Nov. 6.

Soto, Wilson, et al., Bridgeport.

Filed by McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for U.S. Bank NA, trustee, Salt Lake City, Utah. Property: 150 Price St., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $198,000, dated July 2006. Filed Nov. 9.

Stendbergh, Susan, et al., Newtown. Filed by Leopold & Associates PLLC, Stamford, for U.S. Bank NA, trustee, Salt Lake City, Utah. Property: 7 Sugar St., Newtown. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $245,000, dated December 2006.

Filed Nov. 6.

Tucci III, Peter J., et al., Norwalk.

Filed by McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for M&T Bank, Buffalo, New York. Property: 13 Hillandale Manor, Norwalk. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $417,000, dated August 2009. Filed Nov. 13.

MORTGAGES 11 CR LLC, by Michael Seth Goldberg.

Lender: Morgan Stanley Bank, Mount Laurel, New Jersey. Property: 11 Cove Road, Greenwich. Amount: $1.1 million. Filed Nov. 17.

21 Grove Lane 2017 LLC, by William Vernon. Lender: Bank of America NA, Houston, Texas. Property: 21 Grove Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $6.4 million. Filed Nov. 16.

321 Brookside Drive LLC, Fairfield,

by Thomas Kane. Lender: Savings Bank of Danbury, Danbury. Property: 321 Brookside Drive, Fairfield.

Amount: $555,000. Filed Nov. 15.

789 Harbor Road LLC, Atlanta, Georgia, by Field DE Holdings I LLC. Lender: Southport Realty Corp., Palm Beach, Florida. Property: 789 Harbor Road, Fairfield. Amount: $2.5 million.

Filed Nov. 14.

Clairvoyant Investments LLC, Stamford, by Anuj L. Gupta. Lender: Wells Fargo Bank NA, Phoenix, Arizona. Property: 56 W. Washington Ave., Stamford. Amount: $475,000.

Filed Nov. 14.

Connecticut Trio Limited Partnership, Stamford, by Roger Ip. Lender: Global Bank, New York, New York. Property: 720 Bedford St., Stamford. Amount: $750,000. Filed Nov. 13.

Elmcrest Properties LLC, Norwalk, by Todd Turcotte. Lender: Silver Heights Development LLC, Westport. Property: 8 Splitrock, Norwalk.

Amount: $350,000. Filed Nov. 9.

FM Investments LLC, Norwalk, by Jason Milligan. Lender: Patriot Bank NA, Stamford. Property: 5 Mott Ave., Norwalk. Amount: $800,000. Filed Nov. 15.

FM Investments LLC, Norwalk, by Jason Milligan. Lender: Patriot Bank NA, Stamford. Property: 9 Mott Ave., Units 102-103, 104-105, 107, 203, 207, 301, 307 and 59 Main St., Norwalk.

Amount: $1.1 million. Filed Nov. 15.

Hawthorne Realty LLC, Ridgefield,

by AGR Realty Company LP. Lender: Carlos Prime LLC, East Haven. Property: 1140 Fairfield Beach Road, Fairfield. Amount: $300,000. Filed Nov. 16.

High Adventure LLC, Fort Lauderdale, Florida., by Roger H. Dawson.

Lender: Madison Trust Co., Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Property: 62 Ojibwa Road, Shelton. Amount: $100,000.

Filed Nov. 8.

IJ Group LLC, Norwalk, by Jason Milligan. Lender: Patriot Bank NA, Stamford. Property: 37 North Ave., Norwalk. Amount: $1.7 million. Filed Nov. 17.

Maplewood Healthcare Berkshire LLC, Charlotte, North Carolina, by Christopher R. Smith. Lender: Union Savings Bank, Danbury. Property: 2 Riverview Drive, Danbury.

Amount: $14.6 million. Filed Nov. 14.

Pall Construction LLC, by Bertalan Pall. Lender: Raymond Bastarache, Milford. Property: 450 Woodridge Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $525,000.

Filed Nov. 16.

Pootatuck Rentals LLC, by Michael Burton. Lender: Alpine Lake LLC, Newtown. Property: 10 Washington Ave., Newtown. Amount: $48,840.

Filed Nov. 15.

Romano Brothers Builders LLC, Shelton, by Mark Romano. Lender: Dana Eric Friedman, Milford. Property: 149-151 King St., Stratford. Amount: $120,000. Filed Nov. 7.

Sound Cove Property LLC, Greenwich, by Dizhou Zhu. Lender: Connecticut Community Bank NA, Norwalk. Property: 125 Prospect St., Unit 1E, Stamford. Amount: $360,000.

Filed Nov. 9.

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TBBG Holdings LLC, by Mark M. Baker. Lender: Bank of America NA Property: Unit 17 of Victoria Gate, Ridgefield. Amount: $288,000. Filed Nov. 15.

The 7 New Street LLC, Danbury,

by John U. Farley III. Lender: Webster Bank NA, Waterbury. Property: 5 and 7 New St., Danbury. Amount: $1.2 million. Filed Nov. 15.

NEW BUSINESSES 774 State, 49 Woods End Road, Stamford 06905, c/o ASL Marketing Advisors LLC. Filed Nov. 3.

A&B Remodeling, 87 N. Water St., Greenwich 06830, c/o Jorge Sigua.

Filed Nov. 13.

Acufusion Holistic Health, 17 Hillside Ave., Stamford 06902, c/o Sian James. Filed Nov. 28.

Aguapanelas Restaurant, 84 W. Park Place, Stamford 06901, c/o Pacific Stations Inc. Filed Nov. 7.

Because of You Inc., 26 Stone Wall Drive, Stamford 06905, c/o Rose N. Casimir. Filed Nov. 16.

Best Edibles, 4235 Madison Ave., Trumbull 06611, c/o Domingos Mendes. Filed Nov. 15.

Bulthaup Greenwich, 36 Depinedo Ave., Unit 1, Stamford 06902, c/o Constantin G. Oltean. Filed Nov. 6.

Colorado Limousine, 129 West Ave., Stamford 06902, c/o Victor Colorado.

Filed Nov. 9.

E&M Painting LLC, 785 E. Post Road East, Apt. 2D, Norwalk 06850, c/o Erick E. Cordero. Filed Nov. 15.

Easton Printes, 23 Keeler Ave., Norwalk 06854, c/o Evan Brookshire.

Filed Nov. 14.

Ebenzer Theological College and University, 102 Courtland Hill St., Stamford 06906, c/o Jose A. Ortiz.

Filed Nov. 20.

Ed Autobody Works On Wheels, 5 Bayview Ave., Norwalk 06854, c/o Eduardo Reyes. Filed Nov. 14.

Enigma Lounge, 84 W. Park Place, Stamford 06901, c/o Pacific Stations Inc. Filed Nov. 7.

Entitled Beauty, 428 Avalon Lake Road, Danbury 06810, c/o John A. Luoma III and Brandy Gomez-Duplessis. Filed Nov. 14.

Everlasting Beauty Salon, 43 Bank St., Stamford 06903, c/o Duchong Nguyen. Filed Nov. 16.

Fayette Studio, 28 Bruce Park Ave., Greenwich 06831, c/o Kyra Schulhof.

Filed Nov. 2.

FIGURES Frascatore Landscaping, 4711 Madison Ave., Trumbull 06611, c/o Joseph Frascatore. Filed Nov. 3.

MNM Beverage Corp., 1071 King St., Greenwich 06831, c/o Marcie L. Dengler. Filed Nov. 6.

General Contracting Services, 3896 Main St., Trumbull 06611, c/o Derron Williams. Filed Nov. 17.

Mother Hud/Club, 15 Madison St., Unit C-8, Norwalk 06854, c/o Ethel Moore. Filed Nov. 15.

Giorgia Blair Images, 32 Putnam Green, Apt. B, Greenwich 06831, c/o Alexandra Reindel. Filed Nov. 2.

Retana Landscaping LLC, 25 Hazel St., Stamford 06902, c/o William Retana. Filed Nov. 6.

H&R Block, 56 B S. Main St., Norwalk 06854, c/o Servicexpress LLC. Filed Nov. 14.

Rifuer Soma Performance, 213 E. Putnam Ave., Suite 5, Greenwich 06807, c/o Ludwight Rigueur. Filed Nov. 9.

Halal Eats, 226 W. Main St., Stamford 06902, c/o Halal Crispy Fried Chicken Inc. Filed Nov. 7.

High Ridge Road Inc., 1285 High Ridge Road, Stamford 06902, c/o Ibrima J. Sallah. Filed Nov. 13.

Ice Fire Charters, 299 Riversville Road, Greenwich 06831, c/o Hans Isbrandtsen. Filed Nov. 15.

In Tune Entertainment LLC, 25 Third St., Stamford 06905, c/o In Tune Entertainment LLC. Filed Nov. 15.

It’s A Bling Thing, 189 High Clear Drive, Stamford 06905, c/o Joanne Arnold. Filed Nov. 22.

J.E.B. Realty Mart, 14 Overbrook Road, Norwalk 06851, c/o Jeb Dennis.

Filed Nov. 16.

Joe’s Construction LLC, 109 Westfield Ave., Bridgeport 06606, c/o Joseph Palmer. Filed Nov. 9.

Joralpo Painting, 254 Flax Hill Road, First floor, Norwalk 06854, c/o Jorge Alvarado Porras. Filed Nov. 16.

Kane Construction Services LLC, 70 Josephine Evaristo Ave., Greenwich 06830, c/o Joseph Kane. Filed Nov. 17.

Latin Fun Dancing, 35 Crescent St., Stamford 06902, c/o Ysairreach Santos. Filed Nov. 8.

Lullaby Requiem Project, 55 Mill Plain Road, Unit 24-3, Danbury 06811, c/o Eric Lewis. Filed Nov. 7.

M&M Realty, 7 Finance Drive, Danbury 06810, c/o Melvyn J. Powers and Mary P. Powers. Filed Nov. 15.

Mario The Baker, 864 High Ridge Road, Westport 06880, c/o Gaeta LLC. Filed Nov. 22.

Master Roofing, 19 Piave St., Rear apartment, Stamford 06902, c/o Master Services Home Improvement LLC. Filed Nov. 21.

MD Glass, 58 Highview Ave., Apt. B3, Stamford 06907, c/o David P. Burkhead Sr. Filed Nov. 1.

MM Home Improvement, 93 Ledge Lane, Stamford 06905, c/o Iryna Kuzmych and Vitaliy Kuzmych. Filed Nov. 8.

Ringart, 154 Bedford St., Stamford 06901, c/o Master Goldsmith Inc. Filed Nov. 6.

Shippan Corner Variety, 379 Shippan Ave., Stamford 06901, c/o Mazza Enterprises LLC. Filed Nov. 22.

Stage Coach Olive Oil & Vinegar Co., 180 Bedford St., Stamford 06901, c/o Stamford Olive Oil Company LLC. Filed Nov. 13.

T.F. Freeman Counseling, 1 Padanaram Road, Suite 144B, Danbury 06810, c/o Tanesha Freeman Kerr.

Filed Nov. 14.

TA Orthopedic Surgery & Medicine PLLC, 32 Strawberry Hill Court, Stamford 06902, c/o Richard Crowley. Filed Nov. 6.

The Booth Recording Studio, 60 MacArthur Road, Trumbull 06611, c/o Stephen Ruskay. Filed Nov. 21.

Three Green Teens, 20G Weedhill Ave., Stamford 06907, c/o Miles Gill.

Filed Nov. 7.

Tikal Deli, 226 W. Main St., Stamford 06902, c/o Tical Deli LLC. Filed Nov. 7.

TJA Orthopedic Surgery and Medicine, 1 Hospital Plaza, Stamford 06902, c/o Richard Crowley. Filed Nov. 6.

Twisted Vintage Design, 15 Perry Ave., Unit A-5, Norwalk 06850, c/o Eva Zimmoch. Filed Nov. 13.

VDJ House Cleaning, 34 Wright St., Apt. 2B, Stamford 06902, c/o Sulvy Rojas. Filed Nov. 29.

Xtreme Vehicle Coatings, 89 Fox Hill Road, Stamford 06903, c/o Joeyclearbra LLC. Filed Nov. 13.

PATENTS Apparatus and method for localization of a mobile wireless device using radio signal parameters. Patent no. 9,832,616 issued to Jeffrey Hutchings, Lehi, Utah. Assigned to Harman International Industries Inc., Stamford.

Apparatus for labeling inputs of an audio-mixing console system.

Patent no. 9,838,146 issued to Paul Michael Chavez, Chatsworth, Calif.; and Adam James Edward Holladay, Salt Lake City, Utah. Assigned to Harman International Industries Inc., Stamford.

Benzimidazole derivatives and use thereof. Patent no. 9,828,348 issued to Laykea Tafesse, Robinsville, N.J.; Jiangchao Yao, Princeton, N.J.; and Xiaoming Zhou, Plainsboro, N.J. Assigned to Purdue Pharma LP, Stamford.

Crowdsourced database for sound identification. Patent no.

9,830,931 issued to Donald Joseph Butts, Westport; and Brandon Stacey, Monroe. Assigned to Harman International Industries Inc., Stamford.

Indazoles and use thereof. Patent no. 9,834,543 issued to Jianming Yu, Plainsboro, N.J. Assigned to Purdue Pharma LP, Stamford.

Localization of a mobile device using radio-signal parameters.

Patent no. 9,825,718 issued to Jeffrey L. Hutchings, Lehi, Utah. Assigned to Harman International Industries Inc., Stamford.

Method and apparatus for dynamically presenting content using an interface for setting conditional network destinations.

Patent no. 9,826,049 issued to John W. Lim, Rye Brook, N.Y.; and John M. Packes Jr., Stamford. Assigned to Life in Mobile Innovations Inc., Stamford.

System for networked routing of audio in a live sound system. Patent no. 9,826,325 issued to Adam Holladay, Salt Lake City, Utah; Richard A. Kreifeldt, Sandy, Utah; Brian Pickowitz, Granger, Ind.; and Paul Bauman, Los Angeles, Calif. Assigned to Harman International Industries Inc., Stamford.

Techniques for dynamically changing tactile surfaces of a haptic controller to convey interactive system information. Patent no. 9,836,124 issued to Jaime Elliot Nahman, Oakland, Calif.; Stefan Marti, Oakland, Calif.; Davide Di Censo, Oakland, Calif.; and Mirjana Spasojevic, Palo Alto, Calif. Assigned to Harman International Industries Inc., Stamford.

Tube scraper projectile. Patent no. D803,910 issued to Joseph J. Franzino, Redding; and Venkatagiri Srinivasmurthy, Chicago, Ill. Assigned to Crossford International LLC, Stamford.

TECHNOLOGY: Oracle America, Inc. has openings for Programmer Analyst positions in Trumbull, CT. Job duties include: Analyze user requirements to develop, implement, and/or support Oracle’s global infrastructure. Apply by e-mailing resume to ken.pereyra@ oracle.com, referencing 385.19217. Oracle supports workforce diversity.

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WILMINGTON TRUST RENOWNED INSIGHT

“Shouldn’t you decide what will become of your business?”

Bruce F. Hoffmeister Director of Wealth and Fiduciary Planning Bruce has more than two decades of experience in estate and financial planning for closely held business owners and their families. He is part of a seasoned team of professionals who exemplify Wilmington Trust’s 114-year heritage of successfully advising business owners. Our goal is to help you create a plan for each stage of your business and your life, offering key insights at critical times of transition. For access to knowledgeable professionals like Bruce and the rest of our team, contact Sharon Klein at 212-415-0547.

Heads of successful family businesses are often reluctant to share control and involve other family members in the management process. But do you know what would happen to your business if you suddenly became incapacitated or worse, passed away?

Who would step in to manage day-to-day operations? And even if you have a successor in mind, is that successor ready and capable of stepping up and running the business?

Starting early. Ideally, succession planning should begin the day you take over a business. Of course, that isn’t always realistic given the amount of work running a business takes, but succession planning needs to be a top priority. Most importantly, you will need to decide if you want to keep the business in the family or eventually sell it.

Looking down the road. To make the important decisions, you have to think about how you envision your retirement.

You’ll need to determine if you want to be actively involved in the business in some capacity for the remainder of your life.

You should ask yourself if you want to be chairman of the board and collect the net

income. And you should know whether the business will generate sufficient cash flow to support you and your family in retirement.

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O F B U S I N E SS OW N E R S H AV E A S P E C I F I C S U CC E SS I O N P L A N Source: “The Power of Planning” survey of 200 business owners conducted by Wilmington Trust

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