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ne of the two companies that wanted to buy the former Frank’s Nursery from the town of Greenburgh has instead set its sites on the 32-acre golf range next door.

Game On 365 L.L.C. is planning to buy the Westchester Golf Range on Dobbs Ferry Road, next door to the 7-acre former Frank’s Nursery, an environmentally-blighted parcel that the town was set to sell before getting cold feet last year.

Greenburgh announced it had agreed to a deal to sell the Frank’s property to Game On last year amid some community opposition over the terms of the deal, which would have paid $1.7 million up front and another $1.3 million over 13 years.

A competing company, Ardsley-based House of Sports jumped in to offer a $3.5 million cash offer to take the property “as is.” The town accepted the Game, page 6

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Cameras mandatory under new law

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A statue of its patron saint at the entrance to St. Francis Hospital in Poughkeepsie.

AT ARIES WINES & SPIRITS in White Plains, no video camera tracks customers entering the store on West Post Road. No camera monitors liquor sales at the front checkout counter. Browsers browse rows of shelves and a rear wine room in the absence of all-seeing digital technology.

That will change by this time next year, though, unless business owners Tony Russo and Andrea Kish want to risk $250-a-day fines and up to 15 days in jail. Those are the penalties for violations of Cameras, page 6

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modern wedding mashup: site serves moms, businesses

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hen Erica Laudon, a Croton-onHudson entrepreneur, married in 2007, she said her mother, Jane Laudon, couldn’t decide what dress to wear or how to do her makeup for her daughter’s wedding day. Erica realized not only was it important for her to find the right accessories and hairstylist, but it was equally important that her mother have a pressure-free preparation for her daughter’s big day.

“The wedding day is the bride’s day, but moms feel they’re on display as well,” said Erica. “They want to look good in front of their relatives, too.”

With that in mind, Erica did some research. She found that not many wedding magazines and online resources provided wedding day tips for mothers looking for age-appropriate makeup and fashion tips.

“What’s frustrating about the wedding industry is that it’s highly fragmented when it comes to finding a makeup artist and fashion stylist that can come in and help moms,” said Erica.

But one thing was clear. With the expansion of digital media and growth of social media platforms, more women are consulting online resources rather than magazines and books to guide their wedding preparation journey. Daughters are helping mothers navigate popular wedding websites such as theknot.com and lover.ly and the wedding section of pinterest.com.

“Social, local and mobile is very effective in the wedding industry,” Erica said. “More mothers of brides are starting to embrace the technology of wedding planning and researching everything from the wedding venue and wedding cakes to wedding trends and wedding dresses online.”

With Jane’s background in information systems and Erica’s certificate in digital media marketing and social media from New York University and MBA earned at Cornell University’s Johnson School of Management, the pair decided to launch a one-stop shop for all the latest wedding preparation advice on fashion, etiquette,

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In December 2012, Erica and Jane created the website ModernWeddingMom.com, which provides reviews on hair and makeup products and showcases popular dresses.

They even created a blogtalkradio.com channel featuring interviews with celebrity makeup artists, reality TV-show stars and local business owners in Westchester.

The duo found that 30 percent of its 30,000 unique monthly online visitors use mobile devices. About 60 percent of their visitors are women between ages 18 and 34, while 25 percent are women between ages 45 and 64. Nearly 25 percent are from Westchester.

After running the website for more than a year, Erica and Jane plan to build content by providing advertisement space for local businesses that want to publicize their products and services.

“Our next step is monetizing the site by building a vendor network,” Erica said.

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“We hope to create a vendor directory that promotes vendors in Westchester County to the audience on our website. The goal is to work on getting at least 200 vendors listed.”

Erica added that they plan to draw additional revenue by releasing an eBook on how to dress for specific body shapes based on interviews with celebrity stylists, which customers will be able to download on an iPad, Kindle or other tablets.

While keeping the website accessible to mothers of brides and grooms across the nation, Erica and Jane remain particularly interested in catering to mothers in Westchester and their

specific needs.

“A lot of moms in Westchester are interested in what to wear to casual rustic weddings,” Erica said. “There’s a lot of interest on how to use makeup to look younger, especially with high resolution cameras that pick up makeup that’s not well applied.

They’re also interested in hairstyling, where to go to get their hair blown out, what hair products to use, what products to bring when traveling to a destination wedding.”

Erica said based on her conversations with mothers in Westchester, popular wed-

ding venues include Tappan Hill Mansion in Tarrytown, the American Yacht Club in Rye, Larchmont Yacht Club, Peter Pratt’s Inn in Yorktown Heights and Lyndhurst in Tarrytown. A wedding in Westchester could cost anywhere from $100 to $300 per person, Erica said.

Currently, ModernWeddingMom.com is profitable through sponsoring content for brands including Elizabeth Arden and Match.com and through publishing stories about wedding business services and products on their website.

“Many vendors are looking for companies with strong social networks to talk about why their products or services are excellent,” said Erica, who believes the selling point of her website is how affordable it is for small businesses to advertise their products and showcase their services on their social media channel through videos and radio segments.

“The fees are incredibly high for advertising, and that creates a barrier to entry,” said Erica. “Some of the smaller and local vendors don’t have that kind of budget and are looking for a more affordable media outlet to get their services out to the mothers of brides and grooms.”

ModernWeddingMom.com’s office is based in Croton-on-Hudson, and the staff includes Erica, Jane, a publicist and fulltime social media community manager. It plan to hire an account executive to sell its vendor networking system and anticipate hiring five to 10 more people within the next three to four months.

“We’re starting our business close to home,” said Erica. “But we want to expand to New York City, Chicago, L.A., San Francisco, Boston and D.C. further down the road.”

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New Rochelle mulls redevelopment as finances improve

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oody’s Investors Services removed a negative financial outlook designation for New Rochelle, strengthening the city’s borrowing power at a time when officials are envisioning several major downtown development projects.

Moody’s, in its analysis released Feb. 13, gave the city an Aa3 rating, a highquality ranking that could translate into better interest rates when New Rochelle issues bonds. The removal of the designation, which was in place since 2011, came in part due to improved financial operations, manageable debt burden and New Rochelle’s sizable tax base.

The firm noted challenges for the city that include decreasing tax income caused by deflating assessments and large back tax settlements. Municipal costs such as ballooning contributions to the state pension fund are also viewed as hurdles to predictable budget lines.

City Finance Commissioner Howard Rattner said that New Rochelle’s financial practices offered stability going forward year to year. “The removal of the nega-

tive outlook is a major achievement and indicates that we have successfully met the fiscal challenges caused by the global economic recession beginning in late 2007,” he said.

News of the improved outlook came just as the city plans to update its Comprehensive Plan, a document that municipalities adopt to serve as a zoning guidebook for future land use and governmental boards. It has been nearly 20 years since the last plan update.

The city netted a $198,000 grant from the state for the update and costs associated with potential rezoning efforts. New Rochelle’s Department of Development also received a $79,200 grant to update the city’s Local Waterfront Revitalization Program. That program, last updated in 1999, aims to guide waterfront development and incorporate a land use plan for the long vacant Davids Island on the bay.

Mayor Noam Bramson, a Democrat, said in a recent interview that redevelopment in the downtown would have to be coordinated with both long- and shortterm projects. Any proposal, particularly one of a grand scale, could also be swayed by the level of interest from potential private companies.

“There’s always an interplay with what we’d want in an ideal world and what’s supportable in the market,” Bramson said.

New Rochelle recently accepted a consultant’s report for transit-oriented development that suggested several projects around the train station. TOD has become a buzz word for municipalities, with many communities sparking economic development with mixed use clusters, condos and foot-traffic-focused storefronts built in close proximity to their rail stations. Such a development in New Rochelle could stabilize the city’s tax base, create jobs and help improve the local economy, the mayor said.

“My personal belief is that residential growth is an important component of an overall transit-oriented development,” he said. The mayor said the city and school district could jointly commission studies to understand “tipping points” that might require the expansion of existing schools or even construction of new facilities.

Westchester County has as many as 5 million square feet of vacant office space, according to the estimates of some commercial real estate firms. But building new competitive office space with modern amenities is also essential to the city’s long-

term fiscal health, according to officials.

The recent TOD report suggested new developments that would include 1.4 million square feet of research and development space – the type of space used for medical or biotech companies. That space would replace a little more than 1 million square feet of office space. Additionally, the report suggests seeking out 483,415 square feet of retail space.

Aside from the TOD analysis, there are two other studies that could have ramifications for future redevelopment. Columbia University is reviewing specific sites and will offer suggestions on how they can be utilized more creatively. Also, a recent traffic analysis identified several suggestions to change traffic patterns or reroute local thoroughfares to create a more centralized downtown area.

Although most of the proposed construction or redevelopment is now in its earliest stages, one of the short-term projects may be modifying the North Avenue traffic pattern near the train station this year. The state has already committed to reconstructing the North Avenue bridge over Interstate 95 and city officials believe any work to the traffic triangle or surrounding roadways can coincide with the bridge construction.

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Astorino appears likely to run for governor

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n announcement from Republican Robert P. Astorino that he is running for governor appears imminent, even as rumors of Donald Trump’s interest in the seat continue to linger.

Astorino, Westchester’s county executive, has said he would make a decision whether or not to run by the end of this month. As February comes to a close, there has been no official announcement, but Astorino has already formed an “Astorino for Governor” committee and hired Michael Lawler, a highranking state GOP executive, to head his team.

Astorino’s website, robastorino.com, is now geared for the state race, showing current Gov. Andrew Cuomo with the question “Is New York winning or losing?” The site says it is “Paid for by Astorino for Governor.” The

candidate even sent his first official fundraising plea to supporters this month and has regularly taken to Twitter to bash his likely opponent.

“No matter how many millions Gov. Cuomo spends trying to convince people NY is open 4 business,” Astorino wrote last week, “the truth is: we are a state that is losing.”

But Trump, the real estate developer and reality TV tycoon, continues to fuel speculation of a gubernatorial run himself, most notably as keynote speaker at a Feb. 12 Manhattan Republican Committee dinner commemorating Lincoln’s birthday.

The dinner came just a week after the state party announced it would hold its May nominating convention at the Hilton Westchester, formerly the Rye Town Hilton, in Westchester on Astorino’s turf.

Trump also reportedly met in private in Trump Tower with the leaders of several state Republican committees who think the mil-

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Trump, who has often flirted with running for office, is not expected by most critics or political insiders to follow through with a campaign. His reality TV series, “The Apprentice,” is scheduled to begin its next season in spring. Trump has welcomed rumors and circled the 2010 gubernatorial race as well as several presidential races. (Under equal time laws, a presidential campaign would have forced Trump to give up his television show.)

Still, Trump told party leaders he’d accept the state GOP’s nomination so long as Republicans were unified in their choice for a candidate.

“The last thing you need is a primary,” he said, according to The New York Times.

That unified slate is a longshot at best, with

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Astorino saying his decision will not be affected by whether or not Trump runs.

State GOP Chairman Ed Cox has been vocally supportive of Astorino and donated $27,000 to the county executive in January.

Astorino also has the backing of the state Senate’s Republican leader, Dean Skelos, and Conservative Party Chairman Mike Long, according to the New York Post.

The GOP hasn’t won a statewide election since the election of former Gov. George Pataki. The party faces a nearly two-to-one registered voter disadvantage to Democrats statewide. Astorino faced similarl numbers in Westchester County, where he won reelection last year by a convincing margin despite the Democratic advantage.

Cuomo has had strong polling numbers, with 50 point advantages over potential Republican opponents, according to pollsters at upstate’s Siena College and Connecticut’s Quinnipiac University.

Siena’s poll in January said 66 percent of New York voters polled viewed Cuomo favorably. In addition 54 percent gave him a positive job performance rating and 57 percent said they were prepared to re-elect him.

The more recent Quinnipiac poll, released Feb. 13, showed Cuomo with a 63 percent job approval rating. He led Trump, 63 percent to 26 percent, and Astorino, 58 percent to 24 percent, according to that poll.

Even though Astorino’s campaign hasn’t officially begun, he’s already taken heat from some Democrats who said the state race has distracted him from his day job.

County Clerk Tim Idoni and county legislators Ken Jenkins and Peter Harckham held a Feb. 17 press conference where the trio said Astorino had spent 14 of 67 business days outside of the county since his reelection last November.

Jenkins, who lost his seat as Board of Legislators chairman this year, has often clashed with the county executive. “While Mr. Astorino has been racking up frequent flier miles, Westchester County has been left out to dry,” Jenkins said.

The three said that by focusing on state office, Astorino was breaking an implicit promise to serve out his four-year term. But Bill O’Reilly, a spokesman for Astorino, said in an email that Astorino has maintained his focus on cutting taxes and spending in the county. He fired back at the trio, particularly the legislators, who in 2012 were part of a Democratic majority walkout during a Board of Legislators meeting where a coalition approved the 2013 budget.

“Whether it’s flipping off light switches and storming from the county board chambers, filing ridiculous annoyance lawsuits or holding nonstop political conferences, Messrs. Jenkins and Harckham have exhausted their credibility,” he said.

mrs. Green’s accused of anti-union actions Nine fired due to attempts to unionize, protesters say

By Mark LungarieLLo mlungariello@westfairinc.com

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hoppers this month at Mrs. Green’s Natural Market in Mount Kisco were met by pickets in front of the store calling for a boycott of the market. Some of the protesters might have been familiar to regular customers of the market – they were longtime employees of the grocery chain that had recently been fired.

The market fired nine employees in January for according to poor customer service, protest organizers, although a local labor group said the firings were part of a union-busting effort by the store’s owners. The store had previously been accused of unfair labor practices by employees who were trying to unionize.

Westchester County Legislator Peter Harckham, a North Salem Democrat, said on his Facebook page he had joined a rally outside of the Mount Kisco Mrs. Green’s, one of about 20 locations in the U.S. and Canada focused on organic and sustainable products.

“I call on all fair-minded people in Westchester to boycott all Mrs. Green’s

locations in Westchester until they hire back the fired workers, and respect their workers lawful right to organize,” Harckham said.

So far, representatives of Mrs. Green’s have yet to speak specifically on the matter, but Local 1500 of the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union said it has filed federal charges with the National Labor Relations Board on behalf of the fired workers.

“Mrs. Green’s mission statement says they are ‘dedicated to health sustainability,’” Harckham said, “yet they have a double standard when it comes to their workers’ right to earn a sustainable wage and collectively bargain.”

Mrs. Green’s opened in 1990, started in Briarcliff Manor by Harold and June Hochberger. It grew to 11 locations by 2007 when it was bought by Planet Organic Corp., a Canadian company and owner of several supermarket chains looking to break into the U.S. organic market. Planet declared bankruptcy in 2010, according to a November 2013 Chicago Tribune report on Mrs. Green’s expansion into the Midwest. After the bankruptcy,

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Planet was acquired by a private equity group called Catalyst Capital Group, the Tribune said.

Tony Speelman, secretary-treasurer of Local 1500, said in a blog posting that new management took over at the Mount Kisco location in December 2012, after a former manager had been fired. Speelman wrote that employees filed for a union election in May, but lost by three votes.

Accusations were flung that ownership had illegally met with employees prior to the vote.

Charges were filed with the labor board and employees met with local elected officials and state Assemblywoman Sandy Galef about their treatment, Speelman said. In a settlement last November, Mrs. Green’s agreed to post for 60 days a notice of employees’ federal labor rights. During that posting period, according to protest organizers, the nine employees were fired.

“The fired workers were not only leading supporters of the union in the election, but were the same workers who met with politicians in the Mount Kisco area for help,” Speelman wrote in his blog posting.

Local 1500, which represents workers at Pathmark, D’Agostino’s, Fairway, and Stop and Shop grocery stores, said it will continue to rally its membership in picket lines outside of the store until the fired

“Mrs. Green’s mission statement says they are ‘dedicated to health sustainability,’ yet they have a double standard when it comes to their workers’ right to earn a sustainable wage and collectively bargain.”

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offer, then both companies threatened lawsuits if the Frank’s property were to be sold to the other. The town delayed indefinitely an auction of the property scheduled for December 2013.

“When House of Sports decided to compete in the bidding and there were warnings of lawsuits, we realized the sale of Frank’s Nursery would be difficult,” said Martin Hewitt, CEO of Game On 365. “We had a discussion with the people next door and came to an agreement that we would purchase the golf range. That would give us an opportunity to build our project faster instead of having to go through the lawsuits.”

House of Sports CEO Donald Scherer said Game On’s building at the golf range would change the equation.

“There’s no possible way that the roads and other infrastructure could handle two projects on Dobbs Ferry because it’s a twolane road that raises questions about traffic and other environmental concerns,” Scherer said. “If the golf range project goes forward, Frank’s Nursery will most likely not be sold to us.”

The town acquired the Frank’s property in a 2011 tax foreclosure. Scherer said his company would still be interested in bidding on the property, which has environmental concerns due to leaking fuel tanks formerly on the property, if the golf range construction doesn’t go forward.

“We remain interested in learning more

Cameras ­— From page 1

the new city video camera systems ordinance unanimously adopted this month by the White Plains Common Council.

The law, said to be the first of its kind among communities in the lower Hudson Valley, takes effect in February 2015.

Expected to affect about 250 retail businesses in the city, the law applies to pharmacies; alcohol-serving or alcohol-selling restaurants, bars, convenience stores, liquor stores, groceries and delis; businesses regularly open between midnight and 4 a.m.; checkcashing businesses; second-hand dealers that buy and sell precious metals and pawn shops.

Those businesses are required to install digital video cameras at or near each entrance or exit regularly used by customers or employees.

The camera must be positioned to capture in full frame the faces of persons entering the establishment and, “to the extent practicable,” must scope activity within 15 feet of each entrance and exit.

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about the bidding process,” said Scherer. “We made attempts to purchase Frank’s Nursery, and at this point the town is not doing anything.”

If the golf range is sold to Game On, the company will need the town to approve a rezoning of the property to construct a sports facility. The corridor is currently zoned for residential, but Game On is requesting a “recreation-open space” overlay district. Game On’s CEO, partners and lawyers met with the town board at work session meetings these to discuss the proposal.

The town board discussed ways to revise the proposal to specify the buffer distance between residential areas and the sports facility and the maximum height for the dome that would cover a proposed field house.

The Westchester Field House would include indoor sports facilities with an AstroTurf track, multi-use courts, sportsrelated businesses, and health practitioners and an outdoor recreational space for sports teams.

The next step is for the town to vote on whether to be the lead agency on the state environmental review process at its Feb. 26 board meeting. If the town board agrees, the next step is for Game On to submit site plans to the town planning board.

It could take another two months before Game On submits a site plan, Hewitt said.

After that, Game On must go through an extensive environmental review process and multiple hearings before any zoning change can take place.

“We’re excited to move the process forward,” Hewitt said. “We have the right part-

ners to be management facilitators and run the sports programs, and as we bring on new partners in the sports field, we’ll provide tre-

mendous opportunities for the community of Greenburgh and Westchester. We hope to have our doors open in 18 months or less.”

The video cameras must record at a minimum speed of eight frames per second and produce “easily discernible images recorded at all times.”

The cameras must operate nonstop during business hours and for two hours after the business closes. They must be maintained in good working condition.

But no audio with the camera images: sound capability in systems is not allowed by the new law.

Businesses must index video recordings by dates and times and save them for at least seven days. The saved recordings must be kept in a locked receptacle, preferably in an area of the store accessible only to authorized personnel.

The camera recordings must be turned over to city’s public safety department or building department for official investigations or when approved by commissioners of those departments or their designees.

White Plains Commissioner of Public Safety David E. Chong, in a statement supporting its adoption by the Common Council, said the law was “carefully crafted” by the city law department and was proposed “to improve public safety and security by

deterring persons from committing crimes and/or acts of disorder and to assist with the identification of violators.”

Common Council member John Kirkpatrick, an attorney, said the ordinance was developed in an “extended process” that included input from merchants through the White Plains Business Improvement District.

Kevin Nunn, executive director of the city’s downtown BID, could not be reached for comment on the impact of the law and the BID’s role in drafting it.

Kirkpatrick said public safety department staff plans to visit affected stores over the next year to review requirements for the camera systems. “I think that’s an excellent idea,” he said.

At Aries Wines & Sprits, Tony Russo and business partner Andrey Russo said they received no formal notice from the city that the law was being considered, but rather had learned about it in a television news segment.

“I’m on both sides of the issue,” Tony Russo said. “On one hand, I need surveillance cameras here…We’re in a high-risk business” for thefts. “Look around. There’s money all over the place – and it’s liquid.”

Russo said he was shopping for a video

camera system before the law was introduced. “We’re a perennial target” and a camera “is a deterrent,” he said.

For his business, “To install a system is a couple of grand at least,” he said, in addition to maintenance costs. An owner’s investment of $2,000 or more “will be a substantial outlay” in an economy in which many retail merchants still struggle, he said.

“It’s something I wanted to do, but why should I be forced to do it? I think it’s an infringement on personal rights,” Russo said.

“It smacks of Big Brother, it really does.

That’s the part that bothers me.”

“Is this (law) necessary?” Andrey Russo said. “I think it’s an extra pain in the ass and extra expense.”

At Saxon Pharmacy on Mamaroneck Avenue, owner Atul Modi is among the city merchants who won’t need to budget an additional expense to comply with the new ordinance.

“We already have a camera,” said Modi, who has owned the drug store at 460 Mamaroneck Ave. for about 15 years. “It’s for our own safety.”

“It is very useful” in surveillance of both employees and customers for thefts, he said.

An aerial view of the proposed Westchester Golf Range development.

Where’s your social road map?

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t seems that every week a new social media site or tool is released. While some of these tools are useful, many of them are reincarnations (with different formats) of existing tools that perform largely the same function. Nevertheless, they usually attract users and enough media attention that they are often – and surprisingly – bought for wildly inflated prices by companies seeking to assemble a digital marketing product suite. IBM and Salesforce.com are two recent examples of companies following this purchase-and-assemble strategy.

This leads to the obvious question: How important is a social media suite? It can offer many services and insights that can improve your marketing effectiveness and grow your company. It can also be expensive and often time consuming.

Many suites include the following capabilities: • Scheduling and management of posts and campaigns; • Analytics; • Competitor tracking; • Content curation, sharing and promotion;

• Relationship nurturing; and • Brand watch and conversation monitoring.

What these social suites overlook are the many small businesses that need social media marketing, but have neither the time nor money to effectively utilize them. While some of these businesses can – and do – hire a marketing company (like mine) that might utilize these tools on their behalf and achieve a high ROI that usually exceeds 200 percent, for many companies this might still be construed as overkill for several reasons.

Instead, what they need to do is to construct a road map.

A road map is an essential part of any social media campaign. In its most simplistic form, think of it as a big calendar in which you schedule the date and time for your social media posts, comments and the like. While this sounds very similar to Hootsuite or one of many similar products, it is only one part – albeit an important part – of what you need to for a successful campaign.

Your road map should include an editorial channel for the strategic placement of

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content on the handful of social platforms most frequented by your target market, escalation processes for customer service and complaints, the frequency that you check your analytics, conversation monitoring and additional tracking and management of any marketing or sales campaigns you are currently executing. While this sounds like a lot, once mapped out, it becomes quite straightforward. Best of all, it only requires a handful of easily managed programs.

Underperforming social campaigns in many companies are often due to the lack of a road map and the necessary support it requires. In many cases, social media functions are relegated to a single individual with additional responsibilities and haphazard results. Without the knowledge, time and planning to produce an effective strategy and road map, this unfortunate person is often reduced to merely producing updates and (sometimes) tweets on Facebook and Twitter, at best.

Successful social media campaigns require consistent postings and attentiveness. The creation and implementation of

a road map that requires participation from many of the company’s employees and the management and tracking by that single employee who is tasked with the company’s social media strategy is far more likely to be successful. This creation and management can also be done by an outside company with the majority of the work still be performed by the company.

As Yogi Berra once said, “If you don’t know where you’re going, chances are you will end up somewhere else.” Without a social media road map, you will do a lot of traveling while likely never reaching your destination.

Bruce Newman is the vice president at The Productivity Institute L.L.C. He specializes in content creation and digital marketing. Most of his time is spent in the creation of content for webinars and their promotion, email marketing, education and social media campaigns for clients.

He is also the creator of the highly popular The Complete Webinar Training Course. He can be reached at bnewman@prodinst.com.

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ew York’s global exports of technology merchandise dropped nearly 5 percent in 2012, though the state retained its ranking as the fifth largest exporting state in the U.S., according to a recent report by TechAmerica Foundation.

Technology merchandise exports from New York totaled $6.6 billion in 2012, decreasing by $320 million or 4.6 percent from 2011, according to “Tech Trade in the States 2014.” The report looks at tech trade flows at the national level and tech goods exports for all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.

Technology exports accounted for 8.1 percent of New York’s $81 billion in total exports in 2012, placing the state 29th in percentage share of technology exports.

New York ranked fourth in communications equipment exports at $1.4 billion; fifth in computer equipment exports at $1.8 billion, and sixth in measuring and control exports at $1.9 billion.

Canada was New York’s largest technology trading partner, importing nearly $967 million in tech products. The United Kingdom was a distant second as techtrading partner, with $467 million in

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imports from the U.S. Tech exports to Hong Kong totaled $458 million.

Tech exports supported 48,600 jobs in New York in 2012, according to the report, which draws on government statistics.

Matthew Kazmierczak, vice president of research at the nonprofit TechAmerica Foundation, in a press release said the report “identifies the clear role that technology trade plays in the New York economy, supporting thousands of New Yorkers. ...Strengthening and expanding trade agreements around the world will help protect and expand the reach of our technology industry.”

While New York’s technology sector exports declined in 2012, national exports of tech goods grew by 1.3 percent or $2.7 billion, totaling $204 billion. Those exports accounted for more than 13 percent of all U.S. exports and supported 1.5 million jobs, according to the report.

The U.S., though, still was left with a tech trade deficit of $151 billion in 2012, according to the report, with technology imports totaling $355 billion. That was an increase of 3.2 percent or $11 billion from 2011.

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ith child care costs on the rise, a recent study compiled by the Child Care Council of Westchester Inc. examined how making child care accessible and affordable to parents can benefit businesses and increase productivity.

Nationally, 45 percent of working parents miss at least one day of work every six months because of child care problems, the study said. Each parent/employee without child care costs employers $650 to $1,000 annually for unplanned absences at work.

Employees without stable child care cost employers $3 billion annually, the report said.

Conversely, employers who invested in child care support for employees benefitted from reduced turnover and absenteeism, increased productivity and better retention and recruitment, according to the report, which cross-referenced a Cornell University study.

When employers provided subsidies for child care, employees were more productive. Nationally, about 68 percent of the participants who reported using their sick days for child care emergencies do so less frequently if they receive child care subsidies. In the same Cornell study, when working parents must handle child care on their own, there was an increase in tardiness and work-family conflicts. The report showed work performance and productivity level decreased by nearly 45 percent and 35 percent, respectively.

Nearly half of Westchester residents are in the labor force, according to the website for Child Care Council of Westchester. More than 41,000 Westchester children under 6 years old have working parents, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

The council, a nonprofit resource and referral agency that helps families with early care and education programs, provides free services that can help parents compare prices and decide which provider best suits them.

“There are 760 regulated child care businesses in Westchester, and that doesn’t include unlicensed programs,” said Kathleen Halas, executive director of the council.

“We’re advocating more assistance in child care benefits for families supporting themselves financially.”

The study, which is a compilation of the council’s data from 2012, said that the agency responded to more than 3,500

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The majority of parents in Westchester who call the council work for the New York City Department of Education or Montefiore Medical Center.

“What we heard all across the board is that child care is very expensive, and it’s a financial burden,” Halas said.

In Westchester, the average cost of fulltime child care for a 3-year-old is more than $13,000 a year, said Halas. New York is second most expensive state for child care, and Westchester is near the top of the most expensive counties for child care, she added.

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Sweat the details when setting goals I’m struggling with prioritizing the short term (1-3 years) and the long term (4-5 years or more). Seems like one gets our attention, gets on track and we forget to look at the other one. My fear is that people will get discouraged if they think nothing is getting done. And I’m concerned about what we’re trying to accomplish, is that realistic. Sometimes it feels like we’re all over the place.

THOUGHTS OF THE DAY: Make a list of goals to help you stay on point while looking toward the business’ future. Work the plan. Draw on past successes when things get tough. Build a culture of plan, execute, follow through and deliver. Be a role model for the people around you.

Bring employees and managers together. Get everyone on the same page by involving them in a companywide planning process. Teach everyone about the value of building and working a plan. Set both short- and long-term goals. Check that short term leads to long term. Turn goals into actions by planning out details.

Ask people to build individual and department plans consistent with the company’s overall goals. Relate goals to personal needs and objectives. For example if the goal is to build sales, ask individuals to brainstorm how increased sales will make their lives better. What is it that they want if the company’s revenue and profits go up?

Differences of opinion will inevitably arise about which goals to pursue and how to achieve those goals. Embrace differences rather than avoiding them. Include voices in the company that normally aren’t heard.

The quiet ones may have key points to make that can help to insure a plan’s success.

Build ways to measure how things are going. Use the results of actions taken, positive or negative, to boost motivation.

Avoid getting mired in a moment of failure by focusing on where to go next while simultaneously dealing with immediate roadblocks.

Willingly face challenges. For example, more sales might mean more work developing and delivering products or services. Stress points might blow up.

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how to avoid or deal with them. That kind of exercise will help everyone be more prepared and confident when problems inevitably do crop up.

When things do go wrong, put energy towards figuring out solutions. Avoid tearing the company apart trying to figure out who did what wrong. Of course it’s important to break down problems in order to understand them and not repeat mistakes. But when the focus is on moving forward to a better place, it’s more likely that the team will use breakdowns as opportunities to learn and grow.

Teach your people about the value of working together, that there is strength in numbers. When one person gets tired or frustrated, another can pick up the slack. A team can accomplish geometrically more than any one person. Use that team concept to keep up momentum.

Show employees that you are concerned about their welfare. Express caring by focusing on individual development and security. Use the company as a vehicle to help people achieve their individual dreams.

Remember that people are always watching what you do as much as, or more than, what you say. If you want people to be enthusiastically engaged, you’ll have to wear that enthusiasm like a mantle as you face the difficult times in the business. That said, it is also important that you let people see the vulnerabilities – your concerns that the plan may not work – so that they can assist with building the solutions. Inspire others by acknowledging the truth of where things stand and then focusing everyone’s energy on going forward to achieve the possibilities of where you, and they, want to be.

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UNITED WAY BEGINS SEARCH FOR NEW CEO

Naomi Adler, CEO and president of United Way of Westchester and Putnam, will leave the organization in April after more than a decade with the group.

ADLER Adler served as the president of United Way of Rockland for nearly seven years before she became the CEO and president of the United Way of Westchester and Putnam six years ago.

She has been an advocate for emergency food and shelter assistance and bolstered the 2-1-1 help line for residents in the lower Hudson Valley, which took 25,000 calls during and after Hurricane Sandy.

She has worked with volunteers and staff to create programs for underprivileged children and single mothers, according to the group.

Adler will step into her new role as the CEO of Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia in May. The United Way of Westchester and Putnam, which invests more than $12 million annually into communities, established a board-led search committee to fill Adler’s position.

“We are looking for a very strong candidate who will be a passionate advocate for critical programs such as United Way’s 2-1-1 and make strides in our education, income and health initiatives,” said Gregory D. Bassuk, chair of the organization’s board of directors and COO of IndexIQ. Candidates can view the full job description and application process online.

ings facilitated by the JDRF on topics relating to the care of diabetic children such as nutrition, medication and devices and psychosocial issues.

The new partners also have launched a school nurse education program in which nurse practitioners from the Montefiore children’s hospital will lead educational programs and give practical, hands-on guidance to school nurses throughout the 33 school districts in the county. The full-day programs provide in-depth training on how to check blood sugar levels, operate pump devices and manage care for children with diabetes in the school environment.

Type 1 diabetes “impacts thousands of people throughout Westchester,” Margie Ostrower, executive director of the Westchester County Chapter of JDRF, said in a press release. “Working with CHAM clinicians will allow us to target the disease on a local level, reinforcing our commitment to improving the lives of people with T1D and emphasizing our position as a leading global

organization focused on T1D research.”

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Innovation will be in the spotlight when Manhattanville College School of Graduate and Professional Studies hosts the second installment of its “Insights into Leadership” speaker series March 6 in Reid Castle on its Purchase campus.

“Gaining a Competitive Edge through Innovation and Creativity,” presented in collaboration with the Westchester Library System and The Business Council of Westchester, will feature Bruce Nussbaum offering the keynote address.

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managing editor for Business Week, says that in times of rapid change, creativity is the key to being and remaining competitive.

Following his keynote, Nussbaum will join a panel of leading professionals who represent Westchester-based companies that have adopted a creative culture.

The panel will feature Larry Gottlieb, CEO of Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp.; Chris Maher, CEO of House Party; and Jim Giangrande, managing director and partner of Altium Wealth Management.

Marsha Gordon, CEO of the Business Council, will serve as the panel moderator.

The event will get under way at 8 a.m., with the keynote set for 8:30.

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CALLING ALL ENTREPRENEURS!

Among those participating in “Entrepreneurs’ Edge” are: • Stephen M. Davis, Partner, Goodwin Procter LLP, a law firm that represents companies in the biotech and health tech sectors

On Day One of the May 7–8 conference Health Tech ‘14: Fueling Innovation in Westchester, all startups, growth companies and the investors and financiers who fund them, will have the rare opportunity to meet and discover new market and investing opportunities.

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• Andy DiSimone, Digital Director, Start Up Health, which provides entrepreneurs with resources and access to capital • Alex Fair, Co-founder, MedStartr, a crowdfunding site • Jack Kopnisky, President & CEO, Sterling National Bank, a financial services firm that offers commercial, business, and consumer banking products and services; Chairman, WCA BLUEPRINT Accelerator Network • Tracy Warren, General Partner, Battelle Ventures, a venture capital fund focusing on health and life sciences, energy and environment, and security

Day One of the conference features panelists who will share the hottest trends and news in the innovation sector. Then, attendees will have the chance to meet with the panelists, financiers, and others who can offer great advice, leads, and maybe even a post-conference meeting.

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On Day Two (May 8), participants meet and network with leaders from America’s most innovative health and technology companies, and learn about their latest breakthroughs. We’ll take you from IBM’s Watson and Regeneron’s discoveries, to innovations in healthcare delivery, apps for mobile health, technology transfer, and infrastructure.

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• Entrepreneurs: find out the best strategies to attract investor attention, then network with business development leaders and financiers, and get feedback on your ideas.

• Investors: meet the next generation of innovators.

• Connections! Opportunities abound at this fresh new open forum in Westchester for entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and funders to connect—one that might just reveal the next big breakthrough companies.

Why health tech in Westchester? The county is already home to a $10+ billion healthcare industry, with tech giants, a roster of rapidly-growing biotech companies, a multi-million dollar biotech incubator, and major healthcare providers. The WCA seeks to accelerate the growth of this sector and make Westchester County a vital link in a thriving northeast health-tech economic hub.

It’s all happening here in Westchester’s Innovation Economy!

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Watch for further conference details and visit healthtech2014.com for more information and to register.

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Wednesday & Thursday, May 7-8 2014 | The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Tarrytown, NY Day One: 4 pm | Entrepreneurs’ Edge Panel Discussion 5 pm | Entrepreneurs’ Feedback Session 5:30–7:30 pm | Networking Reception

Innovation Conference Highlights Westchester’s Place in the Northeast’s Growing Health Tech Economy Experts agree: Considering Westchester County— where space is affordable and plentiful—as a home for health and tech companies absolutely makes sense. “Start-ups will have to look outside of Manhattan,” notes Stephen M. Davis, a partner at the New York City law firm of Goodwin Procter LLP, which represents companies in the biotech and life sciences sectors.

“California, particularly the Bay Area, has seen huge growth in digital health and biotech, and a large amount of venture capital is invested there.

But New York and Westchester have a huge advantage compared to that area and Silicon Valley—mass transit. And Westchester is affordable for companies. You can’t beat Metro

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North, proximity to international markets, or walking to work.”

Davis adds, “Attracting and keeping human capital is key to startup success and lifestyle issues, such as affordability and the ease of commuting, can play a major role in winning this battle.”

The BLUEPRINT for Westchester/Westchester County Association’s spring conference, Health Tech ’14: Fueling Innovation in Westchester will showcase the county’s leading innovators in biotech and health tech in Westchester; identify new areas of opportunity and invention; consider the county’s assets to support entrepreneurs; and provide networking and collaboration opportunities for scientists, start ups, business leaders and business mentors.

Coming up in our next issue: Highlights of Health Tech ’14 Day Two. For more information or to register, visit HealthTech2014.com.

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President/top local executive Year founded

Astrum Solar 28 Industrial Drive, Middletown 10941 (800) 903-6130 • astrumsolar.com

Vadim Polikov President 2007

Antantean Solar 14 Talmedge Court, Monroe 10950 (845) 782-7772 • atlanteansolar.com

Charles "Buddy" Damiani Owner/operator 2007

Bright Energy Services

5 Westchester Plaza, Elmsford 10523 909-5300 • brighthome.com

Solar installations focused on affordable energy independence

Healthy Home Energy & Consulting Inc. 362 Adams St., Bedford Hill 10507 242-9733 • gethealthyhome.com

Kinsley Energy Group 205 Adams St., Bedford Hills 10507 218-9940 • kinsley-group.com

Energy-reduction services, including home energy audit, air-sealing, insulation, heating and cooling, windows and doors, appliances and lighting

Mercury Solar Systems 36 Midland Ave., Port Chester 10573 637-9700 • mercurysolarsystems.com

Marc Karell Principal 2009

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241 Bleakley Ave., Buchanan 10511 (855) 760-6653 • eaqr.com

Full-service residential solar provider

Nick Ricciardelli New York general manager 2009

Consolidated Edison Solutions Inc.

EnviroCare Air Quality Restoration L.L.C.

5 Orchard Terrace, Chappaqua 10514 234-9313 • jenesisgroup.com

MCEnergy Inc. 200 Summit Lake Drive, Suite 150, Valhalla 10595 767-3100 • mcenergyinc.com

1506 Henry Ave., Mamaroneck 10543 584-6720 • ccesworld.com

3 Buchanan, Peekskill 10566 736-8000 • entery-nuclear.com

(Affiliate of Jenesis Group)

Environmental-consulting firm focused on energy efficiency and sustainability, secruiting government and utility incentives

Climate Change & Environmental Services L.L.C.

Entergy Nuclear Operations Inc.

Greenergy NY

Bonnie Hagen Chief operating officer 2011

(Division of All HVAC Service Company Inc.) 620 Mamaroneck Ave., No. 244, White Plains ‎10605 (347) 470-7090 •‎brightenergyservices.com

Bright Home Energy Solutions (Division of Robison Oil Inc.)

Description/services

Corporate sustainability/green programs, carbon footprint, GHG emission-reduction strategies, energy assessments, environmental/air compliance

Jorge J. Lopez CEO and president 1997

Energy-services company, provides power supply, rewewable energy, sustainability services and cost-effective energy solutions for commercial, industrial, residential and government customers

Michael Carlo Owner 2011

Energy-efficient home insulation, air sealing, HVAC, water heaters and more

Jeff S. Forbes Executive vice president and chief nuclear officer, Entergy Nuclear NA

Produces nuclear clear air electricity

Richard McHale and Frank Petrullo Owners 2008

Energy efficiency and savings

Arnold Bruzzano Founder and president

Building commissioning and energy-reduction services

Environmental Control 92 North Ave., New Rochelle 10801 632-1815 • envconcx.com

Gateway Energy Services Corp.

NA 1997

400 Rella Blvd., Suite 300, Montebello ‎10901 (800) 313-8333 • ‎gesc.com

Paraco Gas Corp.

800 Westchester Ave., Suite S604, Rye Brook 10573 (800) 647-4427 • paracogas.com

R3 Energy 1 Central Ave, Suite 311 , Tarrytown 10591 909-3940 • r3energy.com

Ra Energy NY L.L.C. 31 Hall Ave., Goldens Bridge 10526 953-5468 • ra-energyny.com

SunBlue Energyy 65 S. Broadway, Suite 101, Tarrytown 10591 (917) 386-5050 • sunblueenergy.com

Sunology Solar 344 Main St., Suite 101, Mount Kisco 10549 666-2040 • sunologysolar.com

Sunrise Solar Solutions L.L.C. 510 N. State Road, Briarcliff Manor 10510 762-7622 • sunrisesolarllc.com

NA Retail energy provider

Norma Jen Prinicpal, Jenesis Group 2010

Consulting and testing services to promote energy conservation and green building practices

Kevin Brenner Founder and president 2006

Comprehensive home-energy audit, energy-efficient improvements

David Kinsley President

Margaret M. Carey President 1997

J. Jared Haines President 2006

Energy solustions provider for customers throughout the Northeast, distributer of Kohlet power systems, provider of prime movers for co-generation, biomass and landfill applications

Energy information and procurement company

Electrical and structural engineering, solar energy system design and installation, solarproject finance

Joseph Armentano CEO 1968

Privately held markets of propane gas

Rudy W. Scholl President 1997

Energy-efficienct improvement services

Teresa Burgun Owner 2009

Residential energy audit and retrofitting

Christopher Hale Owner NA

Designs and installs solar energy systems (photovoltaic/PV or solar hot water) for both residencial and businesses

William Wallerstein Managing Director 1989

Residential and commercial Photovoltaic Solar System

Doug Hertz and Eric Messer Principals 2009

Residential and commercial Photovoltaic Solar System

Not available.

Note: This list is a sampling of energy companies. To be included on future lists email jhottenroth@westfairinc.com.

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Antitrust fears steer bankrupt hospital to Westchester savior

BY JOHN GOLDEN jgolden@westfairinc.com

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ith state and federal regulators ready to block a sale to a competing Hudson Valley hospital system, officials at bankrupt St. Francis Hospital in Poughkeepsie this month accepted a purchase offer from Westchester Medical Center that would keep the 100-year-old hospital campus operating with what St. Francis officials called “minimal disruption” to existing services.

A late shift in the 2-month-old Bankruptcy Court proceeding left the first-year CEO of Health Quest Systems Inc., an apparent loser in the deal, critical of regulators who effectively thwarted the sale of St. Francis Hospital to Health Quest. Health Quest operates Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie as well as Northern Dutchess Hospital in Rhinebeck and Putnam Hospital Center in Carmel.

Critics of the proposed sale to Health Quest, led by physicians affiliated with St. Francis, claimed the takeover would give Health Quest a monopoly on hospital services in Dutchess and Putnam counties and overburden emergency and other medical care staff in consolidated facilities at Vassar Brothers. Although Health Quest officials said they were committed to maintaining jobs at St. Francis and hiring all qualified employees, Physician Friends of St. Francis Hospital in a letter to the Bankruptcy Court claimed more than 1,000 jobs would be lost in a Health Quest takeover. St. Francis employs about 2,000 full-time and part-time employees.

Unsaddled as stalking horse bidder in the bankruptcy sale by antitrust rumblings, Health Quest recently withdrew the $24.15 million purchase offer it made as sole prospective bidder in mid-December, when St. Francis filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. St. Francis officials on Feb. 10 canceled a scheduled auction of hospital assets and struck an alternative deal with Westchester County Health Care Corp., the public-benefit corporation that operates Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla.

U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Cecelia G. Morris is expected to set a May 9 closing date for the sale. Health Quest’s stated disappointment

over the pending sale to a rival bidder might be somewhat salved by the $1 million breakup fee that Health Quest will be paid by debtor St. Francis when the sale closes.

Health Quest and Westchester Medical Center were the only bidders for the 333-bed hospital, known for its mental health and addiction services and Level II trauma center for emergency care. Arthur A. Nizza, who has served as president and CEO of St. Francis Hospital since last August, in court documents said the hospital and affiliate entities had an operating loss of $7.7 million in 2012 and gross revenues of nearly $150 million.

An attorney for St. Francis reportedly said the offer by Westchester Medical Center was $18 million to $19 million better than Health Quest’s stalking horse bid.

The asset purchase agreement entered in Bankruptcy Court on Feb. 10 calls for a $3.5 million cash payment at closing by Westchester Medical Center, which also will assume an unstated amount of debtor liabilities. St. Francis in its first-day bankruptcy filings listed approximately $137.7 million in liabilities as of last July 31 and net assets totaling approximately $17.2 million.

As part of the purchase deal, Westchester Medical Center also would issue exchange bonds to buyers of the approximately $37.47 million in bonds obtained by St. Francis Hospital since 2004. The hospital defaulted on those bonds in late 2012 and early 2013, which led to the decision to explore a possible sale or merger to another health care provider and other potential uses for the St. Francis campus, Nizza said in a court document.

Westchester Medical Center is expected to operate the Poughkeepsie hospital under a management services agreement prior to the sale closing.

In response to the Business Journal, a spokesman for Westchester Medical Center issued this statement regarding the St. Francis Hospital takeover: “Following the entry of a final order by the court, we will be communicating more broadly about the plans and process over the coming weeks and months. We appreciate the hard work that has gone into developing a plan to continue and expand the quality

and breadth of health care services offered in the mid-Hudson Valley region. We are excited about the future and thankful for the outpouring of support and enthusiasm we have received from the Saint Francis and Westchester Medical Center families and the community at large.”

The Valhalla corporation in court documents this month said it planned to “enhance and strengthen” all current services at St. Francis “while introducing additional advanced-care offerings locally to more patients in areas such as orthopedics, cancer, neurosciences, trauma and critical care, and cardiovascular.”

At Health Quest, CEO Luke McGuinness in a statement released after the WMC purchase offer said “intervention” by state and federal regulatory authorities forced Health Quest trustees to drop out of the bidding process, although its stalking horse bid “would have provided the best outcome for those seeking local access to affordable, high-quality care.”

Letters from state and federal attorneys to lawyers representing St. Francis in the bankruptcy proceeding indicate regulators were prepared to let the Health Quest purchase go through as long as no other bidders surfaced for the severely financially distressed hospital, where officials were seeking a quick transfer of assets in order to continue operations.

Attorney Susan Raitt, an attorney in the Northeast regional office of the Federal Trade Commission, in a letter written one month before the hospital filed for bankruptcy, requested information from a St. Francis attorney for a joint, “non-public” preliminary investigation by the FTC and the New York Office of the Attorney General to determine whether the proposed deal with Health Quest might violate antitrust laws by substantially reducing competition.

On Dec. 17, the day St. Francis filed its Chapter 11 petition, Raitt wrote in an email to the same attorney for St. Francis: “Based upon the current information we have on St. Francis’ financial situation, and assuming there is no alternative purchaser, FTC staff would not recommend a challenge to the acquisition by Health Quest of St. Francis.”

On Feb. 10, when Westchester Medical Center submitted its purchase offer, Raitt

notified the St. Francis attorney that FTC staff “has significant concerns” that Health Quest’s acquisition of St. Francis “could result in a substantial loss of competition in acute care inpatient services” in the Poughkeepsie area and could result in “higher prices and reduced quality and access.”

Raitt said the FTC would ask St. Francis and Health Quest to delay closing on the deal until the investigation was completed. She said it was “highly likely” the FTC would go to court to block the purchase or overturn the sale or Health Quest’s ownership if it went through.

On Feb. 11, the state attorney general’s office weighed in with the same opinion heard from federal regulators by the St. Francis attorney.

Eric J. Stock, chief of the state’s antitrust bureau, said his office’s preliminary investigation raised “significant concern” that the proposed deal with Health Quest “would combine two significant and direct competitors” and leave Health Quest as sole provider of inpatient hospital services in Dutchess and Putnam counties.

Both Raitt at the FTC and Stock said the alternative bid by Westchester Medical Center did not raise antitrust concerns. Raitt assured the St. Francis attorney that a WMC purchase would not run the risk of extended delays or legal challenges by the federal agency.

McGuinness, though, in the wake of Health Quest’s withdrawal said officials there were convinced that making St. Francis part of Vassar Brothers and the Health Quest system “would have helped drive down medical costs for our entire region and would lead to better access to enhanced medical services for the entire service area.”

The Health Quest CEO added that the position of FTC and state antitrust regulators “runs counter to the goals of the Affordable Care Act, the New York State Berger Commission recommendations, the public policy declared by the state legislature in recent statutory enactments, and the overall goal of state and federal policy makers to reduce duplication, promote preventative care and improve patient outcomes.”

McGuinness declined to comment further on those views to the Business Journal.

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By CaTHerine PorTMan-LauX

Investing in customers and banking on their support

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hristina McCoy oversees operations at a bank on the top of a hill, but the M&T Bank manager in Cold Spring feels like she is on top of the entire world.

Bursting with energy and enthusiasm, McCoy can be seen rushing across the bank floor to procure an investment document for a customer or hurrying to assist a departing senior citizen on a cane.

The bank at 40 Chestnut St. sits on a peak directly across from the Foodtown strip mall, which houses several businesses, including the community’s only other bank.

“Our location allows us plenty of parking spaces for customers without the hassle

of dodging vehicles driving through a busy shopping center,” McCoy says. The location also provides for a drive-through window equipped with a semi-automatic transaction drawer, a tube transaction carrier and an intercom system.

The six employees reporting to McCoy share her people-oriented skills and greet customers by name. Their congeniality is contagious, McCoy says. “It’s a friendly atmosphere where customers talk to one another,” she says. “I’ve seen one business owner get to know another and exchange business cards. It’s a wonderful experience.”

Networking is built into McCoy’s nature.

If a customer chances to mention a need for a particular business or personal service, she is quick to say, “We have a customer that does

that very thing.” And, a connection ensues.

Although raised in the Bronx as one of two children, she qualified for Brooklyn Technical High School and emerged from the arduous curriculum to enter Dowling College in Suffolk County, where she earned a Bachelor of Business Arts degree.

Clutching her new degree, she met with recruiters from Barclay’s Bank, which had a management development program. “It involved a lot of travel,” she says of the two years during which she earned an American Institute of Banking Certificate and an American Banking Association Certificate.

But, yearning to be near home, she settled in Yonkers and spent 17 years with The Bank of New York, remaining when Chase bought that bank.

Make your reservations

The 21st Annual Spirit of Achievement Awards Dinner

March 20, 2014

Spirit of Achievement Award Honorees: James B. White

SVP and CFO US Alliance Federal Credit Union

Jim Fosina

CEO Fosina Marketing Group, Inc.

Jay Cheraskin

Teacher and Department Chair Gorton High School

Sponsors to date:

Westchester County Business Journal Overachiever of the Year James F.X. Steets

Former Entergy Communications Director Recently Retired

Westchester Marriott Tarrytown, NY

Media Sponsor

Contact the Junior Achievement office at 914.524.9760 or email at info@jahudsonvalley.org

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Networking on behalf of customers is an art form for Christina McCoy, manager of the M&T Bank in Cold Spring.

From retail she moved into middle market, dealing with relationships with clients having a minimum of $20 million in sales. “But I missed having customer contact and a team of people to develop,” she says. “A number of people I knew had come to M&T. The bank had a community feel.” She has been in her present position for five and a half years.

McCoy speaks enthusiastically about the quality of her bank employees. “They will go out into the parking lot to do transactions for seniors with difficulty coming in,” she says. She recalls the new customer who came to the bank on behalf of his 95-year-old father who could not get out of the house.

“Multiple employees offered to go to the man’s distant house to take the required signature in the presence of a bank employee,” she says.

She credits an alert teller for rescuing a senior citizen from fraud. “She noted that this customer was seeking new checkbooks frequently and writing, for him, an unprecedented 200 checks a month,” she says. “We located his power of attorney, who looked into it and found he was receiving bills for items he had never ordered and was paying them to these questionable sources.”

The M&T Bank was founded in 1856 as the Manufacturers and Traders Bank. Today it numbers 725 branches and 1,700 ATMs and has selected a green waving flag as its emblem. Its locations are primarily along the East coast.

McCoy commutes from Pawling. Her son, Jason, and three grandchildren reside in Danbury, Conn.

Challenging Careers focuses on the exciting and unusual business lives of Hudson Valley residents. Comments or suggestions may be emailed to Catherine Portman-Laux at cplaux@optonline.net.

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Orange County Farmland mural by Nestor Madalengoitia on view in the first floor family waiting room.

NEW ART EXHIBIT AT mEDICAL CENTER

ORANGE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER in Middletown has unveiled a newly commissioned children’s mural and companion exhibit, “The Colorful Art of Nestor Madalengoitia,” featuring vibrant paintings by the Hudson Valley portrait and mural artist. The exhibit is on view through April 11 in the ground-floor gallery of the medical center at 707 E. Main St. Orange Regional commissioned Madalengoitia to paint a mural for a family waiting room on the first floor of the hospital, which highlights familiar, comforting scenes inspired

by Orange County farmland, with animals and hot air balloons, to create a child-friendly environment and experience.

“Painting allows me to interact with the subjects of my community, whether that community is my family, my neighborhood or the community of the world,” Madalengoitia said.

A related exhibit features a selection of Madalengoitia’s artwork. In a series of large paintings, the artist paints his family in moments of domestic tranquility. He lives and works in Poughkeepsie.

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VASSAR AWARDED $750,000 FOR ARTS PROGRAm VASSAR COLLEGE has been awarded a $750,000 grant for a multiyear initiative titled “The Creative Arts Across Disciplines”

to enhance integration of the creative arts across the college curriculum from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.

The program builds on the college’s Mellon-supported Visiting Artists at Vassar pilot project of 2010-11. That project featured residencies by a playwright and a visual artist working with non-arts departments and programs.

Thousands of people from the campus and Poughkeepsie communities became involved as well through outreach activities, performances and a memorable installation of white flags representing all the member states of the U.N. suspended from cables on the college chapel lawn.

The new effort will utilize artist residencies as well, but will also feature thematic programming, faculty and curricular development initiatives and student creative projects to accomplish these goals: • Enhance the impact of curricular tie-ins of visiting artist programs; • Broaden collaboration within the arts, as well as between arts and other disciplines; • Foster opportunities for boundary-crossing artistic inquiry and creation; and • Deepen the engagement of Vassar students across the curriculum with methods and ideas from the arts The grant will run from 2014-17 and each year will focus on a particular theme.

“This grant presents an exciting opportunity for us to reinforce the integral role of the creative arts among the liberal arts,” said Jonathan Chenette, dean of the faculty.

mAIN STREET FIXUP FUNDS AVAILABLE

CENTRAL HUDSON’s programs to promote economic development are now bolstered by a $5 million Community Benefit Fund provided by Fortis, which helped develop the Main Street Revitalization Program. “We’re pleased to be able to now offer financial assistance to municipalities for redeveloping corridors within their communities that will not only beautify their streets but also bring about development, revenues and jobs,” said Anthony Campagiorni, vice president of business development and governmental affairs.

The Main Street Revitalization program offers grants to reinvigorate corridors within the region’s urban centers.

Funds can be used for façade and streetscape improvements, interior renovations or other capital investment, as agreed upon by Central Hudson. The corridors must have at least a 25 percent vacancy rate and the project must improve a corridor vital to the economic stability and growth of the municipality.

Applicants must be a municipality or a local development corporation or not-for-profit entity acting in partnership with a municipality, county or local development corporation.

The grants are for up to $250,000 per project; must leverage private, federal and/or state grants; are offered on a partial in-kind match of at least 25 percent; and cannot exceed onethird of the total project costs. The total funding available for this program is $1 million.

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tain a number of substandard buildings or vacant mixed-use or commercial space.

“Applications must have secured or leveraged funds from governmental and private sources,” Campagiorni said.

“There is a preference for projects that demonstrate collaboration, for example with other groups, agencies or municipalities and are strongly supported by their communities.”

Applications are now being accepted through March 31.

The application form and more information are available at CentralHudson.com/EconomicDevelopment.

LOGO DESIGN CONTEST

THE PUTNAM COUNTY CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE (PCCC), is spearheading the rebranding and awareness campaign for “Putnam Moves,” the county’s redesigned public transportation system.

The rebranding effort kicks off with a logo design contest. Students in kindergarten through 12th grade, residing in Putnam, are invited to develop designs that reflect four key tenets, community, commerce, nature and recreation.

Major efficiency updates to the county’s public transportation system include revamped routes that are expected to be announced in the spring of 2014. The deadline for entries is

March 5th. The student submitting the winning design will receive a $500 scholarship.

“Announcing the logo design contest and first phase of the Putnam Moves rebranding and awareness campaign is very exciting,” says Jennifer Maher, chair, Putnam County Chambers of Commerce. “The PCCC has been working with the Putnam County Transportation Task Force for the past year to bring about necessary modernization and efficiency recommendations to our public transportation system.

Making public transit more accessible to more people going to more places in Putnam benefits our residents, our businesses, our environment and our economy.”

Students should enter the contest via the “Putnam Moves” Contest tab on the PCCC Facebook Fan Page (http://a.pgtb. me/8VNz8f). Artwork should be presented in a JPEG, GIF or PNG file. Winners will be notified via email.

ORmC OFFERS FREE mAmmOGRAmS

ORANGE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER will offer free mammograms March 8, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Ray W. Moody, M.D. Breast Center at the Orange Regional Medical Pavilion, 75 Crystal Run Road in Middletown.

Appointments are limited and must be made by March 5. Pre-registration is required.

The event is open to women withKARPOFF out insurance who are currently not experiencing breast problems, while still meeting the following criteria. Participants must be over 40 years of age and have not had a mammogram within the last year’s time.

Women who have had a mammogram within the last year’s time and are currently experiencing breast problems may still meet the requirements for participation. They are encouraged to call.

During the hour-long appointment, patients will receive a clinical breast exam and mammography, breast health education and self-breast exam training. The screenings will be led by Howard M. Karpoff, surgical oncologist and chair of ORMC’s department of surgery.

For more information and to register, please call the Orange Regional Health Connection at 1-888-321-ORMC (6762).

LEGISLATOR ADDRESSES NEW CITIZENS

Aron B. Wieder

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ARON B. WIEDER, a Rockland County legislator and majority leader, was the keynote speaker at the recent naturalization ceremony held at the Fire Training Center in Pomona.

“Look around you and you will see that we are comprised of many races, religions, ethnicities and cultures, combined we are indivisible and perhaps even invincible,” Wieder told the crowd. “You are now part of that beautiful tapestry.”

There were 150 new citizens from 46 different countries who were sworn in during the ceremony.

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Hotels & Conference Centers The Amber Room, Colonnade 1 Stacey Road, Danbury, CT 06811 Phone: (203) 748-3800 • Fax: (203) 748-1472 Email: todd@theamberroom.net Website: theamberroom.net Electronic reservations: No Group rates: No Business center: No Restaurants: None Meeting rooms: Four Seating capacity: 10 to 1,100 Meeting room services and amenities: Grand ballroom with 10,000 square feet of space, breakout rooms, 26 acres for outdoor receptions and team building, audiovisual equipment, wireless Internet access, allinclusive day-meeting package, transportation, award-winning chefs Nearby places of interest: City Center Danbury, Ives Concert Park, Ridgefield Playhouse, Tarrywile Mansion, Railroad Museum, Military Museum, Danbury Fair Mall, Candlewood Lake, WCSU, Maritime Aquarium Year founded: 1979 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE S7

Antun’s of Westchester Catering & Events 96-43 Springfield Boulevard Queens Village, NY 11429 Phone: (914) 468-6400 • Fax: (914) 217-9026 Email: info@antunsofwestchester.com Website: antunsofwestchester.com Electronic reservations: No Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Business center: No Dataports: No Meeting rooms: Three Seating capacity: 25 to 350 Meeting room services and amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals, three distinct ballrooms set-up several ways to meet needs and requirements for morning, afternoon and evening meetings, with or without food service, on-site free parking, private patios attached to two rooms, menus and breaks customized for all budgets,

special menu selections if requested Nearby places of interest: Minutes from the Tappan Zee and George Washington bridges and convenient to the entire tri-state area, close to major shopping malls, movie theaters, historical sites and amusement parks Year founded: 1985

accommodations: Four junior suites, $345 to $435 • Suites: Seven, $455 to $840 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Business center: Yes Dataports: Yes Meeting rooms: Four Seating capacity: Five to 150 Meeting-room services and amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation, complimentary Internet in guest rooms and suites, outdoor seasonal pool, lawn space for outdoor activities (team-building exercises), health club, tennis court, award-winning cuisine, Equus restaurant Nearby places of interest: Historic Hudson Valley, winery, antiquing, boutique shopping, outdoor activities, Kykuit (Rockefeller Estate), Sleepy Hollow Year founded: 1997

Bridgeport Holiday Inn Hotel & Conference Center

1070 Main St., Bridgeport, CT 06604 Phone: (203) 334-1234 • Fax: (203) 367-1985 Email: vmendez@hibridgeport.com Website: hibridgeport.com Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations 150 rooms, $159 and up • Upgraded accommodations: 48 rooms, $179 and up • Suites: Nine, $259 and up Group rates: Yes Restaurants: Two Business center: Yes Dataports: Yes Meeting rooms: 11 Seating capacity: Five to 500 (theater style) Meeting-room services and amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, complimentary breakfast, lunch, dinner or coffee breaks served in conference room, audiovisual equipment available, task lighting or ambient lighting, Wi-Fi, white boards, easels, flip-chart pads and markers Nearby places of interest: Located near beautiful parks and miles of shoreline on Long Island Sound, playhouses for live theater, galleries, Greater Bridgeport Symphony, Barnum Museum, Beardsley Zoo, Bluefish Baseball Stadium/Arena at Harbor Yard, cabarets, Captain’s Cove, Discovery Museum Year founded: 1990

The Catlin Gardens Inn 2865 Route 6, Slate Hill, NY 10973 Phone: (845) 355-3555 • Fax: (845) 355-4221 Email: sales@catlingardens.com Website: catlingardens.com Electronic reservations accepted: No Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Business center: Yes Dataports: Yes Meeting rooms: Three Meeting-room services/amenities: Three breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, on-site catering services, dedicated meeting-room tables, flexible seating arrangements, audiovisual and business support services, state-of-the-art technological equipment, zoned climate control, individual lighting, wireless Internet Nearby places of interest: U.S. Academy at West Point, High Point State Park, Catskill Mountains, Stewart International Airport Year founded: 1860; inn opened spring 2010

Castle on the Hudson

Centennial Golf Club

400 Benedict Ave., Tarrytown, NY 10591 Phone: (914) 631-1980 • Fax: (914) 631-4612 Email: sales@castleonthehudson.com Website: castleonthehudson.com

185 John Simpson Road, Carmel NY 10512 Phone: (845) 225-5700 • Fax (845) 228-4395 Email: info@centennialgolf.com Website: centennialgolf.com

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 20 deluxe rooms, $295 to $380 • Upgraded

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes

Restaurants: one Meeting room services and amenities: One catering facility with seating capacity of more than 100, golf outings from 20 to 216 players, banquet facilities Nearby places of interest: Located on the border of Westchester, Fairfield and Putnam counties, one hour north of Manhattan Year founded: 1998

Comfort Inn & Suites 20 Saw Mill River Road Hawthorne, NY 10532 Phone: (914) 592-8600 • Fax: (914) 592-7457 Email: ny618@choicehotels.com Website: choicehotels.com Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 72 rooms, $160 and up • Suites: 14, $250 and up Group rates: Yes Restaurants: None Business center: Yes Dataports: Yes Meeting rooms: Two • Seating capacity: 20 to 60 Meeting-room services/amenities: Fitness center, indoor pool, in-room safes, hardwired and wireless Internet, free local calls, free continental breakfast Nearby places of interest: Historic Hudson Valley, Pace University, Westchester Skating Academy, Westchester Broadway Theatre, New York Sports Club Year founded: 2000

Comfort Inn & Suites Goshen 20 Hatfield Lane, Goshen NY 10924 Phone: (845) 291-1282 • Fax: (845) 291-1283 Email: gm@cigoshen.com Website: comfortinngoshen.com Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 95 rooms, $109 and up • Suites: 40, $129 and up Group rates: Yes Restaurants: None Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: One • Seating capacity: 10 to 75 Meeting room services and amenities: Special meals available

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elcome to The J House Greenwich and eleven14 Kitchen, a multifaceted contemporary hotel and dining destination, which combine stylish décor and high-tech amenities with warmth and hospitality. The bi-level, 85-room hotel combines high-tech with modern, plush comforts and amenities.

Somewhat masculine, yet delicately sophisticated in décor, the rooms are equipped with Apple iPad controls, state-of-the-art LED televisions double as mirrored wall units and the latest in-room technology for business accessibility. The hotel also features meeting and event rooms and a state-of-the-art workout facility.

An illuminated wall lined with pickled vegetables, infused vinegars and oils and an array of vibrant ingredients, greets guests as they make their way past the glassed-in pantry display kitchen into the bar and dining areas.

The backdrop to the bar is a stunning brickfaced wood-burning open hearth, clad in custom copper panels. The expansive dining room consists of a diverse mix of furnishings with warm leather and cappuccino colors

SLEEK, SOPHISTICATED SETTING in our banquet suites, the wine room, the boardroom and the beautiful outdoor garden.

Spearheading the eleven14 Kitchen restaurant and catered events is Executive Chef François Kwaku-Dongo, most well

throughout that are relaxed and comfortable, while exuding a lively spirit. Hanging light fi xtures offer a twinkling of light. Unlike anything that exists in the region, the design brings the inside outside. The open-air dining

Private events can be accommodated in our banquet suites, the wine room, the boardroom and the beautiful outdoor garden. known for his years at Wolfgang Puck’s Spago in West Hollywood and Chicago. eleven14 Kitchen pays homage to the chef’s upbringing on his grandmother’s cocoa farm in Côte d’Ivoire, West Africa, where he grew up living off the bounty of the land. The menu is seasonal American, and as such, incorporates the chef’s many global influences, locally sourced ingredients whenever possible and a

and bar areas are protected from the weather by a clever system of trellises and heating units that allow the outdoor spaces to be used for much of the year. The property is adorned with lush gardens, a resort-style pool, an outdoor fireplace and cascading water feature, that all combined, provides the space with a unique energy –– day and night.

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nod to sustainable practices. Pure theatre is combined with wood-fired cooking in full view, where seasonal flatbreads, roasted vegetables, market fresh fish and free-range poultry and grass-fed beef preparations take on the wonderful smokiness of the woodfired open hearth.

An artisan in his own right, Chef KwakuDongo introduces The Chocolate Lab, a unique sweet shop and café located just inside the hotel lobby. Chef’s pure, rich cocoa creations feature handmade truffles and fi lled chocolates, all handsomely packaged, as well as pastries, gelato, espresso and coffee drinks, and sandwiches and quick-fi x snacks for hotel guests on the go, as well as locals looking for a fun meeting place.

The bar and lounge, both inside and outside, one of the largest gathering spaces in Fairfield County, is another sleek and sophisticated element in this grand setting.

Top-shelf spirits, chef centric and classic cocktails, craft beers and an impressive wine program make this a prime social destination.

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Hotels & Conference Centers Nearby places of interest: U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, Castle Family Fun Center, The ROCK Sports Park Year founded: 2005

Courtyard by Marriott Stamford Downtown 275 Summer St., Stamford, CT 06901 Phone: (203) 358-8822 • Fax: (203) 358-8811 Email: sean.meade@marriott.com Website: marriott.com/stfcy Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 94 rooms, $209 • Upgraded accommodations: 11 rooms, $219 • Suites: 10, $239 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: Two Seating capacity: Two to 30 Meeting-room services/amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation (cost if applicable), complimentary wired and wireless Internet, complimentary shuttle service Nearby places of interest: University of Connecticut Stamford campus, Landmark Square Year founded: 2005

Crowne Plaza Danbury Address: 18 Old Ridgebury Road Danbury, CT 06810 Phone: (203) 794-0600 • Fax: (203) 794-0600 Email: ccalo@crownplazadanbury.com Website: cpdanbury.com

Total square footage of meeting areas: 26,000 Number of restaurants: Two Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes Meeting room services/amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, high-speed Internet access, audiovisual Nearby places of interest: Danbury Fair Mall, Connecticut Wine Trail, golf, Grand Prix Racing, museums Year founded: 1978

Website: kittlehouse.com Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 13 rooms, $147 single occupancy (plus tax) Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: Five • Seating capacity: Two to 200 Meeting-room services/amenities: Banquet facilities, special meals available, complimentary high-speed Internet access, audiovisual Nearby places of interest: Caramoor Center for Music and Arts, Katonah Museum of Art, Jacob Burns Film Center, Kykuit (Rockefeller Estate) Year founded: 1981

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Crowne Plaza White Plains 66 Hale Ave., White Plains 10601 Phone: (914) 821-1335 Email: tonya.inman@ihgcom Website: cpwestchester.com

Delamar Greenwich Harbor 500 Steamboat Road, Greenwich, CT 06830 Phone: (203) 661-9800 • Fax: (203) 661-2513 Email: info@thedelamar.com Website: thedelamar.com

Dave & Buster’s Restaurant 4661 Palisades Center Drive West Nyack, NY 10994 Phone: (845) 353-1555 Website: daveandbusters.com

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Number of guest rooms: 402 • Number of suites: 7 Meeting rooms: 17 Total square footage of meeting areas: 17,000 Restaurants: One Business center: Yes Meeting room services/amenities: Airport shuttle, indoor swimming pool, high-speed Internet access, banquet facilities, fitness center, enclosed parking facility, executive level with lounge, sleep advantages program, IHG rewards Nearby places of interest: Kykuit (Rockefeller Estate), Sunnyside, Washington Irving’s House, Historic Hudson Valley Sites, New York City, Rye Playland Amusement Park, The Westchester (shopping mall), The Capitol Theatre, Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, West Point Military Academy, Yankee Stadium Year founded: 1985

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Meeting-room services/amenities: Highvolume restaurant and entertainment complex offering corporate and group events, team building and family outings; interactive entertainment attractions include pocket billiards, shuffleboard, state-of the-art simulators, virtual reality and traditional carnival-style amusements and games of skill Nearby places of interest: Palisades Center (shopping mall) Year founded: 1982

Days Inn Newburgh 915 Union Ave., New Windsor, NY 12553 Phone: (845) 564-7550 • Fax: (845) 564-7560 Website: newburghdaysinn.com Email: cherrera@newburghdaysinn.com

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Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Number of guest rooms: 243 • Number of suites: 3 Number of meeting rooms: 10

Meeting rooms: One Seating capacity: 20 Meeting-room services and amenities: meeting room, boardroom, transportation Nearby places of interest: Stewart International Airport, free shuttle service, West Point Military Academy, Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, MSMC, Orange County Choppers, Paul Jr. Designs, Newburgh Water Front, River Rose tours, Storm King Art Center, Brotherhood Winery, PepsiCo, Pilot Travel Center, Cessna Citation and Lockheed, Manheim New York Year founded: 1998

Crabtree’s Kittle House Restaurant & Inn

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: town view, $409, Harbor View $499 • Suites: $850 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: Three Seating capacity: Two to 200 Meeting-room services and amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation, plasma-screen TV, audiovisual, flexibility, water-front location Nearby places of interest: Bruce Museum, Tod’s Point Beach, Greenwich Avenue shops Year founded: 2002

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 97 rooms, $79 to $121 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Dataports: No Business center: Yes

11 Kittle Road, Chappaqua, NY 10514 Phone: (914) 666-8044 • Fax: (914) 666-2684 Email: info@kittlehouse.com

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Red Oak, the premier limousine service in Westchester RELIEVING STRESS FOR BUSINESS TRAVELERS

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hat started as a small, family-owned limousine company 77 years ago has matched this area’s tremendous growth and is now acknowledged as “THE company to call” for business trips.

Ed Stoppelmann, president and grandson of the founder, says “Our goal has been to provide service that helps relieve the stress of travel for business groups.” Red Oak

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vehicles ready to whisk everyone back to the airport.

Unlike other companies that hire parttime drivers, who are really looking for other careers, Red Oak hires professional drivers only. All their chauffeurs have commercial drivers licenses and have been trained

large business groups. These vehicles have the most modern amenities and are meticulously maintained. They carry the CEOs of major corporations. Roomy buses carry large groups to different venues and very comfortable vehicles carry conventioneers for nights on the town.

Red Oak does things a little differently for large groups.

Creating a successful event demands the very best.

Unlike other companies that hire part-time drivers, who are really looking for other careers, Red Oak hires professional drivers only. All their chauffeurs have commercial drivers licenses and have been trained in defensive driving. recognizes that the last thing an event planner or corporate travel manager needs is to worry about the transportation arrangements for their group.

The list of companies that automatically call Red Oak for services is long and prestigious because of Red Oak’s superior knowledge of Westchester and the area, total reliability and professionalism.

Red Oak has assembled the most diverse and comfortable fleet of luxury vehicles in the county, capable of accommodating small to

in defensive driving. They’ve undergone background checks and drug tests. Red Oak drivers care exceptionally about the service they deliver.

From comfortable vehicles to professional drivers, to everyone at the home office, Red Oak works to help relieve every client’s stress.

For groups arriving from out of town, clients send Red Oak a manifest listing the names of people who are attending as well as fl ight information for each passenger. Red Oak uses the manifest to prepare the most efficient and economical transportation plan for each group. So there are no surprises.

Red Oak’s Official Greeter meets large groups at the airport and other venues to make sure everything runs smoothly.

At the end of the conference, often a nerve-fraying time, Red Oak has appropriate

Including how everyone gets there.

You’ve chosen the best of everything, from speakers to venue. Make certain your transportation service reflects that standard.

Red Oak Transportation has become Westchester’s premier business transport company by offering a range of vehicles and a standard of service beyond what others offer.

All our drivers are on-staff uniformed professionals.We offer plush corporate sedans, fully appointed and roomy coach buses, airport shuttles and everything in between.

Your attendees arrive safely, relaxed and on-time.

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Red Oak Transportation.

An expression of your organization’s style.

Red Oak’s premium sedan, the Lexus LS460L.

Call The Professionals: 914.694.2222 or 800.477.LIMO (5466) or www.redoaktrans.com Celebrating 77 years of going the extra mile.

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Hotels & Conference Centers Dolce Norwalk 32 Weed Ave., Norwalk, CT 06850 Phone: (203) 852-7300 • Fax: (203) 852-7319 Email: info_norwalk@dolce.com Website: dolcenorwalk.com Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 120 rooms • Suites: One Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: 31 Seating capacity: Two to 150 Meeting-room services and amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation, amphitheater, on-site audiovisual team, complimentary WiFi, Cyber Cafe, break-out service, ergonomic chairs, hardtop work tables, white boards, meeting planner

Nearby places of interest: Historic South Norwalk, Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk, Stamford, Westchester Airport, LaGuardia Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport, Calf Pasture Beach, Westport Country Playhouse, shopping, restaurants Year founded: 2003

Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: 43 Seating capacity: Six to 400 Meeting-room services and amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, built-in rear-screen and LCD, touch-screen podiums, wireless Internet access, morning and afternoon refreshments Nearby places of interest: Piermont, Nyack, historic Hudson Valley Year founded: 1989

Dolce Palisades Hotel & Conference Center 334 Route 9W, Palisades, NY 10964 Phone: (845) 732-6000 • Fax: (845) 732-6000 Email: weldon@us.ibm.com Website: dolce-ibm-palisades.com

Doral Arrowwood

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: $400 (complete meeting package) Group rates: Yes Restaurants: Three Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: 33 Total square footage of meeting areas: 33,000 Meeting-room services and amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, transportation, 24-hour room service, special meals available, golf course, tennis, indoor/ outdoor pool Year founded: 1983

975 Anderson Hill Road, Rye Brook, NY 10573 Phone: (914) 939-5500 • Fax: (914) 323-5500 Email: jmeehan@doralarrowwood.com Website: doralarrowwood.com

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 206 rooms, $169 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: Two

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Hotels & Conference Centers Doubletree by Hilton Norwalk

Capital Corp.

Year founded: 2000

789 Connecticut Ave., Norwalk CT 068521 Phone: (213) 853-3477 • Fax: 203-523-2292 Email: Jiuge@doubletreenorwalk.com Website: norwalk.doubletree.com

DoubleTree by Hilton Tarrytown

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: 185 rooms, $99 • Upgraded accommodations: 80 rooms, $179 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: Seven Seating capacity: Two to 200 Meeting room services and amenities: Natural light, boardroom, Wi-Fi, banquet facilities, transportation Nearby places of interest: Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk, Merritt 7 Corp., General Electric

accommodations: 36 rooms, $159 to $259 • Suites: Five, $249 to $700 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: 19 Seating capacity: 10 to 800 Meeting-room services and amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation, day meeting packages available Nearby places of interest: Lyndhurst National Historic Site, Kykuit (Rockefeller estate), Hudson River, Palisades Mall (shopping center) Year founded: 2007

455 S. Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591 Phone: (914) 631-5700 • Fax: (914) 631-4125 Website: tarrytown.doubletree.com

Edith Macy Conference Center 550 Chappaqua Road, Briarcliff Manor 10510 Phone: (914) 945-8000 Email: macysales@benchmarkmanagement. com Website: edithmacy.com

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Number of guest rooms: 52

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 247 rooms, $109 to $249 • Upgraded

An Experience To Remember…

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he Amber Room Colonnade is an awardwinning premier catering venue located in the rolling hills of Western Connecticut.

As a Danbury landmark, The Amber Room Colonnade’s modern architecture, exquisite interior design, twenty-six meticulouslylandscaped acres, impeccable service and outstanding cuisine have hosted distinguished guests from around the world since 1979.

Today, The Amber Room Colonnade continues its long-standing heritage of hosting corporate and social events of all types, from weddings to bar/bat mitzvahs, meetings to trade shows, holiday parties to summer picnics, and beyond.

Enjoy strolling our scenic gardens, courtyards and lawn, start treasured traditions, savor our award-winning cuisine, and experience all that The Amber Room Colonnade has to share. We offer exclusive services and amenities such as themed menus, attentive world class service, a 10,000 square foot grand ballroom, wireless internet access, extensive audio-visual and all-inclusive packages to ease the planning process.

Contact The Amber Room Colonnade for a personal meeting with the General Manager, Douglas Polistena and Catering Sales Manager, Rayhana Moghal. Douglas has been in the hospitality industry for over 15 years, has personally overseen 2,000 events and is a man of precision. Rayhana has been in the sales industry for over 18 years and has an eye for detail to execute and bring any vision to life. We invite you to join in our passion for creating magnificent events to remember.

We invite you to share in our passion for delivering exceptional meetings and events and memories to last a lifetime.

Stacey Road * Danbury, CT 06811 * 203-748-3800 www.theamberroom.net

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Hotels & Conference Centers Restaurants: One Meeting rooms: 10 Total square footage of meeting areas: 14,000 Meeting room services/amenities: Meeting spaces, including a 200-seat amphitheater, 11 breakout areas (many with fireplaces), complimentary wireless Internet, Hearthstone Restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, outdoor patio, common area with fireplace for coffee breaks and receptions, lakeside dining packages, on-site conference planning, audiovisual technician, business services, complimentary parking, valet dry cleaning Nearby places of interest: Bronx Zoo, New York Botanical Gardens, Bear Mountain State Park, Hudson River Museum shopping at the Westchester Mall Palisades Center, Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, villages of Pleasantville and Chappaqua Year founded: 1982

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 48 rooms, $109 • Upgraded accommodations: 139 rooms, $129 • Suites: Six, $295 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: Two Dataports: No, Wi-Fi Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: 15 Seating capacity: 10 to 500 Meeting-room services and amenities: Audiovisual equipment and support, video conferencing, team building Nearby places of interest: Antique Trail, Danbury Fair Mall, Litchfield Hills Wine Trail, golf Year founded: 1974

Emerson Resort & Spa

2015 Route 9, Garrison, NY 10524 Phone: (845) 424-4747 • Fax: (845) 424-3685 Email: info@thegarrison.com Website: thegarrison.com

5340 Route 28, Mount Tremper, NY 12457 Phone: (845) 688-2828 • Fax: (845) 688-2655 Email: info@emersonresort.com Website: emersonresort.com Electronic reservations accepted: No Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: Nine rooms • Upgraded accommodations: 12 • Suites: 32 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: Two Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: Seven Seating capacity: Eight to 100 Meeting-room services/amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation, complimentary Wi-Fi access, concierge, private dining, private airport shuttle service, team-building activities Nearby places of interest: Catskill Mountains, Woodstock, Rhinebeck, FDR Presidential Library and Museum Year founded: 1996/2007

Ethan Allen Hotel 21 Lake Avenue Extension Danbury, CT 06811 Phone: (800) 742-1776 • Fax: (203) 748-0036 Email: sscott@ethanallenhotel.com Website: ethanallenhotel.com

Meeting rooms: Eight • Seating capacity: One to 1,200 Meeting-room services/amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation, built-in audiovisual, Wi-Fi, DVD, 60-inch plasma TVs, LCD projectors, two 40-mph indoor kart tracks, team-building center, VIP club room with shower facility Nearby places of interest: Westchester County Airport, Metro-North Train Station, golf, shopping, sailing, restaurants Year founded: 2007

Harvest Inn Motel 95 Boniface Drive, Pine Bush, NY 12566 Phone: (845) 744-5700 • Fax: (845) 744-6147 Email: harinn@juno.com Website: harvestinnmotel.com

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The Garrison

Electronic reservations accepted: No Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 38 rooms, $80 (plus tax) • Suites: One, $110 (plus tax) Group rates: Yes Restaurants: None Dataports: No Meeting rooms: None Business center: Yes Nearby places of interest: Watchtower facility, horseback riding, hiking Year founded: 1992

Electronic reservations accepted: No Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: $250 Group rates: No Restaurants: Two Dataports: Yes Business center: No Meeting rooms: Three Seating capacity: 30 to 230 Meeting-room services and amenities: Banquet facilities, on-site golf course, yoga center, day spa Nearby places of interest: DIA: Beacon, Boscobel National Historic Site, Garrison Golf Club Year founded: 1999

Heritage Hotel 522 Heritage Road, Southbury, CT 06488 Phone: (800) 932-3466 • Fax: (203) 264-6910 Email: sales@heritagesouthbury.com Website: heritagesouthbury.com

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Meeting rooms: 25 • Seating capacity: One to 300 Meeting-room services/amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation, conference desk, complimentary wireless Internet, IACC approved conference center Nearby places of interest: Vineyards, antiques, ropes course Year founded: 1970

Hilton Pearl River 500 Veterans Memorial Drive Pearl River, NY 10965 Phone: (845) 735-9000 • Fax: (845) 735-9005 Email: robert.herrmann@hilton.com Website: hiltonpearlriver.com Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: $189 to $249• Upgraded accommodations: $279 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: 11, Seating capacity: 15 to 900 Meeting-room services/amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation, high-speed wireless Internet, indoor pool, fitness center, sauna, Jacuzzi Nearby places of interest: U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Woodbury Common Premiums Outlets, Palisades Center (shopping mall), 30 minutes to New York City Year founded: 1988

Hilton Stamford Hotel and Executive Meeting Center 1 Stamford Place, Stamford, CT 06902 Phone: (203) 967-2222 • Fax: (203) 351-1910 Email: hiltonstamfordsales@ pyramidhotelgroup.com Website: hiltonstamfordhotel.com

Grand Prix New York 333 N. Bedford Road, Mount Kisco, NY 10549 Phone: (914) 241-3131 • Fax: (914) 241-9191 Email: sales@gpny.com Website: gpny.com

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: $139 • Upgraded accommodations: $259 • Suites: $399 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: Two Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 352 rooms • Upgraded accommodations: 122 rooms • Suites: 10 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Dataports: Yes

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Dine. Stay. Refresh.

DISCOVER THE GARRISON.

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estled in the Hudson Highlands, The Garrison is a destination close to New York City, but just far enough to give you the feeling that you’re in an incredible oasis.

Offering a challenging and picturesque golf course, fine cuisine and a cozy inn, The Garrison is the perfect choice for your weekend getaway in the Hudson Valley.

In addition, there are numerous private rooms with views of the Hudson River for corporate events and celebrations with your family and friends.

STAY THE NIGHT Just 10 minutes from the Metro-North train station, The Garrison has become a popular getaway for locals and Manhattanites, who enjoy casual elegance, fine dining and an area to explore the arts. Featuring four rooms in its cozy inn, The Garrison is located near many cultural sites, including Manitoga, Boscobel, West Point, Dia:Beacon, Storm King Art Center, the town of Cold Spring, and much

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more. Winter rates at the Inn start at $89 for weekdays and $125 for weekends.

The Garrison has various private rooms that can be reserved for corporate meetings, featuring casual elegance, breathtaking views of the Hudson River and exquisite food. With rooms to accommodate all different party sizes, The Garrison also provides audiovisual, a unique venue and experienced meeting

WINE AND DINE Valley Restaurant at The Garrison offers fine food and a wine cellar with more than 120 wines to choose from for any and all occasions. Valley is currently offering a myriad of specials events, weekend packages and fine dining at dinner and brunch for locals and tourists alike. Some of the events include prix fi x dinners, weekend packages at the Inn, The Tavern Dining Series at its sister property, Highlands Country Club, and PechaKucha Nights, which are informal gatherings where creative people in and about the region share their ideas, works, thoughts and holiday snaps in the PechaKucha 20x20 presentation (similar to a “show & tell” for all ages). Valley won the 2013 “Best of the Hudson Valley” award, sponsored by Hudson Valley magazine, in the category of “Best Restaurant With a View.”

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planners to help you make the most of your event.

“The Garrison offers a spectacularly beautiful setting and a variety of private rooms to suit your gathering,” said Chip Allemann, The Garrison’s general manager. “We’re proud of our talented staff, picturesque views and fine cuisine.”

“Refresh” Button You can go away for the weekend, without going far.

The Garrison offers the Hudson Highlands version of a getaway with all the essential elements — a special dining experience, a day of picturesque golf, and a memorable overnight stay.

Enjoy nearby culture, the arts, West Point, and outdoor recreation while you’re here.

Dine. Stay. Refresh. Discover 845-424-3604 • thegarrison.com

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Hotels & Conference Centers Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: 30 Total square footage of meeting areas: 45,000 Meeting-room services/amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation, complimentary local shuttle, on-site catering and audiovisual, IACC certified conference center Nearby places of interest: Stamford Town Center (for shopping), Palace Theater, Rich Forum, Cove Island Park Year founded: 2008 (renovated)

Westchester Hilton 699 Westchester Ave., Rye Brook, NY 10573 Phone: (914) 939-6300 • Fax: (914) 939-4760 Email: ryehi-salesadmin@hilton.com Website: ryetown.hilton.com Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 447 rooms, $99 to $299 • Upgraded accommodations: $359 to $799 • Suites: $399 to $799 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: 28 Seating capacity: One to 1,100 Meeting-room services/amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation, fitness center, indoor and outdoor pool, bar, tennis Nearby places of interest: Rye Playland Amusement Park Year founded: 1973

Holiday Inn Hotel & Conference Center

rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation, catering services available Nearby places of interest: U.S. Military Academy at West Point, IBM Research Park, Vassar College, Marist College, Vanderbilt mansion, Hyde Park, Newburgh waterfront, Culinary Institute of America Year founded: 1967

facilities, special meals available, indoor and outdoor pools, fitness center with sauna Nearby places of interest: Golf, shopping, museums Year renovated: 2003

Holiday Inn – Mount Kisco 1 Holiday Inn Drive, Mount Kisco, NY 10549 Phone: (914) 241-2600 • Fax: (914) 241-4742 Email: ddenises@mjhotels.com Website: hudsonvalleymanor.com

Holiday Inn Kingston 503 Washington Ave., Kingston NY 12401 Phone: (845) 338-04000 • Fax (845) 338-1908 Email: dharri@cooperhotels.com Website: holidayinnkingstonNY.com

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: $179 to $229 with available upgraded accommodations Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One, plus nightclub Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: Four Seating capacity: 1 to 300 Meeting-room services and amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation Nearby places of interest: Sculpture collections at PepsiCo, IBM headquarters, Caramoor Center for Music and Arts, Kykuit (Rockefeller Estate) Year founded: 1970

Electronic reservations accepted: No Restaurants: One Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 212 • Upgraded accommodations: 30 • Suites: 5 Group rates: Yes Dataports: Yes Meeting rooms: 34 Seating capacity: 100 to 400 Meeting room services/amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, meeting packages available on website, special meals available, custom catering packages for all types of social events from weddings, showers, bar mitzvahs, anniversary parties and holiday gatherings Nearby places of interest: Horse Shows in the Sun, Belleayre, Hunter and Windham mountains, Hudson River cruises, Woodstock, Rhinebeck, wineries, hiking, biking, shopping and area festivals Year founded: 1968

Homewood Suites

by Hilton 180 Breunig Road, New Windsor, NY 12553 Phone: (845) 567-2700 • Fax: (845) 567-2703 Email: patti.earl@hilton.com Website: homewoodsuites.com

Holiday Inn Middletown-Goshen

542 Route 9, Fishkill, NY 12524 Phone: (845) 896-6281 • Fax: (845) 896-5410 Email: hifishkill.dos@gmail.com Website: holidayinn.com/fishkillny

68 Crystal Run Road, Middletown, NY 10941 Phone: (845) 343-1474 • Fax: (845) 692-7155 Email: himidd@frontiernet.net Website: holidayinn.com

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 157 rooms, $109 • Suites: Two, $159 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: Two Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: 10, Seating capacity: Five to 700 Meeting-room services/amenities: Breakout

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 100 rooms, $129 to $155 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: Three Seating capacity: Up to 250 Meeting-room services/amenities: Banquet

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: All suites Group rates: Yes Restaurants: None Dataports: Yes Meeting rooms: Three Meeting-room services/amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, transportation, free wireless Internet Nearby places of interest: U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, Orange County Choppers Year founded: 2007

Honor’s Haven Resort & Spa 1195 Arrowhead Road, Ellenville, NY 12428 Phone: (845) 210-1600 • Fax: (845) 210-1612 Email: info@honorshaven.com Website: honorshaven.com Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Deluxe: $95 to $160 • Executive: $108 to $175 • Suites: Executive, presidential and VIP, $122 to $190 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One (coffee shop) Business center: No Meeting rooms: 15 • Seating capacity: 50 to 900 Meeting-room services/amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, shuttle bus transportation, standard audiovisual, Wi-Fi Nearby places of interest: Sam’s Point Preserve, Shawangunk Wine Trail, Monticello Gaming and Raceway, Bethel Woods Center for the Arts Year founded: 1903 Year purchased: 2006

Hotel Sierra, Fishkill 100 Westage Business Center Drive, Fishkill, NY 12524 Phone: (845) 897-5757 • Fax: (845) 897-4774 Email:judy.dalessandro@hotel-sierra.com Website: hotel-sierra.com Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 49 rooms, $119 • Suites: 86, $149 to $299 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: Six Seating capacity: 8 to 140 Meeting-room services and amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, meeting planner, audiovisual, catering Nearby places of interest: West Point Military Academy, Culinary Institute of America (CIA), FDR Library, Walkway Over the Hudson, Vanderbilt Mansion, historic Hudson Valley Year founded: 2006

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Crowne Plaza White Plains WHERE YOUR SUCCESS MATTERS

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t the Crowne Plaza in downtown White Plains your success, whether staying over for a short getaway, planning a business meeting or attending a lavish social event, is our only focus. The hotel has been a cornerstone in the market since 1985, however in 2013 a new look and feel was created to enhance the hotel’s outstanding service reputation. From the moment guests set foot in the hotel’s lobby and throughout their entire stay, they are greeted with personal contact, responsiveness to needs and a level of seamless service that will inspire success.

The new design, which was created with the modern business traveler in mind, combines contemporary and traditional elements.

The hotel’s $15-million renovation encompassed each of the 402 guest rooms, 17,000 square feet of function space and the hotel’s lobby, restaurant and bar lounge.

The new design, which was created with the modern business traveler in mind, combines contemporary and traditional elements. Each guest receives a premium experience that helps high-achieving professionals stay at the top of their game. The hotel has combined seamless services and technology with an extreme level of comfort enabling guests to be productive and feel successful.

The Crowne Plaza’s hallmarks continue to be centered around successful meetings and a great night’s sleep. The hotel’s meeting promise – Your Success Matters - includes a two-hour response guarantee to all meeting requests, a Crowne Meetings Director to work with the meeting planner from start to finish, and the Daily Meetings Debrief at the conclusion of each day of your meeting to help manage your budget. In addition to meetings success, the hotel offers the Sleep Advantage Program© that is designed to provide you with a better night’s sleep through premium

bedding, designated quiet zones, guaranteed wake up calls and the “Sleep Tight Amenity” gift to help you relax and rejuvenate.

While meeting at the Crowne Plaza, guests will also enjoy the hotel’s contemporary restaurant - Whisk - and Mix Cocktail Bar & Kitchen. Whisk offers breakfast daily, which includes a bountiful buffet and ala carte

options. At In Mix Cocktail Bar & Kitchen, serving lunch and dinner, guests enjoy a variety of entrees and small-plate meals in addition to custom cocktails created by master mixologists. Every Saturday evening Mix Cocktail Bar & Kitchen offers a Prime Rib Special, and on the last Sunday of each month Whisk features Sunday Brunch.

The Crowne Plaza White Plains is proud to have been an integral part of the Westchester community and will continue to provide inspired meetings and successful events of all kinds. Please visit our website at www. cpwestchester.com for more information or contact the hotel’s sales and catering team at (914) 821-1345.

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Hotels & Conference Centers Hotel Zero Degrees 909 Washington Blvd., Stamford, CT 06901 Phone: (203) 750-7800 • Fax: (203) 363-7920 Email: sales@hotelzerodegrees.com Website: hotelzerodegrees.com Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 12 rooms • Upgraded accommodations: 58 rooms • Suites: 2 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: Up to three Seating capacity: 8 to 10 Meeting-room services and amenities: Projector, screen and audiovisual equipment, transportation Nearby places of interest: Stamford Center for the Arts, Mill River Park, Bartlett Arboretum, Stamford Museum and Nature Center, more

Meeting-room services/amenities: Banquet facilities, special meals available, LCD television, classroom type, theater style Nearby places of interest: Horse Show in the Sun, Hunter Mountain, Wyndham Mountain Year founded: 1980

than 70 restaurants, the Long Island South and beaches, New England hiking, Metro-North Train Station and access to all other Gold Coast towns Year founded: 2009

Howard Johnson Inn

Hyatt House, Shelton

2764 Route 32, Saugerties, NY 12477 Phone: (845) 246-9511 • Fax: (845) 246-1753 Email: sam@hoteldetail.com Website: hojo.com/hotel/01656

830 Bridgeport Ave., Shelton, CT 06484 Phone: (203) 225-0700 • Fax: (203) 225-6256 Website: hyatthouseshelton.com

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: $79 to $130 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: One • Seating capacity: 25 to 100

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 33 rooms, call for rates • Upgraded accommodations: 14 one-bedroom suites, call for rates • suites: 80 studio suites, call for rates Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes

Meeting rooms: Two Seating capacity: 2 to 100 Meeting-room services and amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation, stylish and flexible event space, complimentary wireless Internet, audiovisual equipment, in-house meeting consultant, extensive variety of fresh menu options, daily and complete meeting packages available Nearby places of interest: PerkinElmer, BIC, Sikorsky, Prudential Financial Services, Hubbell Inc. and Pitney Bowes, west of New Haven and Yale University, north of Fairfield and Sacred Heart University.

Year founded: 2010

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Hotels & Conference Centers Hyatt House White Plains

Hyatt Regency Greenwich

101 Corporate Park Drive White Plains, NY 10604 Phone: (914) 251-9700 • Fax: (914) 251-1699 Website: hyattsummerfieldsuites.com

1800 E. Putnam Ave. Old Greenwich, CT 06870 Phone: (203) 637-1234 • Fax: (203) 409-2940 Email: anne.farb@hyatt.com Website: greenwich.hyatt.com

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: One- and two-bedroom suites Group rates: Yes Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: Three • Seating capacity: One to 70 Meeting-room services/amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation, catering, audiovisual equipment, personalized meeting planner Nearby places of interest: Downtown White Plains, Manhattan, Rye Playland Amusement Park, Bronx Zoo Year founded: 2000

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 373 • Suites: 12, $259 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: Two

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Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: 30 • Seating capacity: Two to 1,000 Meeting-room services/amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation, full-meeting and conference center banquet space Nearby places of interest: Greenwich Avenue (shops and places of interest), Bruce Museum and Nature Center, Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk, Greenwich beach, 40 minutes from Manhattan, walking and bike tours, sailing on Long Island Sound, local area golf courses, The Westchester (upscale shopping center in White Plains, NY), local restaurants Year founded: 1986

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IBM Learning Center 20 Old Post Road, Armonk, NY 10504 Phone: (914) 499-2000 • Fax: (914) 499-2522 Email: ibmlearningcenter.com Website: weldon@us.ibm.com Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 182 single occupancy rooms, $129 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Dataports: Yes Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: 31 Seating capacity: Four to 210 Meeting-room services and amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, built-in rear screen and LCD, touch screen podium control, fitness center Nearby places of interest: Village of Armonk Year founded: 1982

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Hotels & Conference Centers Il Palio 5 Corporate Drive, Shelton, CT 06484 Phone: (203) 944-0770 • Fax: (203) 944-0855 Email: info@ilpalioct.com Website: ilpalioct.com Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Restaurants: One Private dining rooms: Three • Seating capacity: 10 to 70 Meeting-room services/amenities: Banquet facilities, special meals available, Wi-Fi, projector, screen Year founded: 2001

Inn at Arbor Ridge 17 Route 376, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533 Phone: (845) 227-7700 • Fax: (845) 227-8812 Email: innatarborridge@gmail.com Website: InnAtArborRidge.com Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 57 rooms, $99.99 • Upgraded accommodations: • Suites: One bridal suite, $299.99; five junior, $129.99 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: None Dataports: No Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: One • Seating capacity: Two to 15 Meeting-room services/amenities: Banquet facilities, special meals available, free Wi-Fi Year founded: 2008

Italian Center of Stamford Inc. 1620 Newfield Ave., Stamford, CT 06905 Phone: (203) 322-6950 • Fax: (203) 322-1563 Email: catering@italiancenter.org Website: italiancenter.org

The Loading Dock

Electronic reservations accepted: No Business center: No Dataports: Wireless Internet Meeting rooms: Four Seating capacity: 25 to 600 Meeting-room services and amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, full catering services, special meals available, 12,000 square feet of event space, four spacious function rooms, tented picnic grounds, four tennis courts, three volleyball courts, in-ground pool and cabana, softball field, basketball court, horseshoes, bocce courts Nearby places of interest: Located in North Stamford, close to Merritt Parkway Year founded: 1909

375 Fairfield Avenue, Stamford, CT 06901 Phone: (203) 357-7400 • Fax: (914) 631-5399 Email: jayme@lodingdockevents.com Website: www.loadingdockevents.com Electronic reservations accepted: No Restaurants: Yes Business Center: No Meeting rooms: Four Total square footage of meeting areas: 12,000 Meeting-room services/amenities: Fully catered meeting and facility audiovisual coordination available Nearby places of interest: Bruce Museum, Rye Playland Amusement Park, Bush-Holley Historic Society, Lakewook Mathew’s Mansion, IMAX, The Maritime Aquarium Year founded: 2008

Le Chateau Restaurant 1410 Route 35, South Salem, NY 10590 Phone: (914) 533-6631 • Fax: (914) 533-6763 Email: banquets@lechateauny.com Website: lechateauny.com

The Mansion at Colonial Terrace

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Restaurants: One Business center: No Meeting rooms: Four Seating capacity: 10 to 175 Meeting-room services/amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, wireless Internet, audiovisual, outdoor garden, Hudson Valley views Nearby places of interest: Town of Ridgefield, Aldrich Museum, Caramoor Center for Music and Arts Year founded: 1973

119 Oregon Road, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567 Phone: (914) 737-0400 • Fax: (914) 737-0467 Email: terracesales@optonline.net Website: themansionatcolonialterrace.com Electronic reservations accepted: No Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 70 rooms offsite, approx. $120 • Upgraded accommodations: TBD • Suites: Three Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Business center: Yes Dataports: Yes Meeting rooms: Eight Seating capacity: 10 to 700 Meeting room services and amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation, full-service conference and event center, copy service, wireless networking, audiovisual, notary public Nearby places of interest: Less than 35 minutes drive from Stewart International Airport and Westchester County Airport, in close proximity to major New York City and New Jersey airports, close to Metro-North Train Station, fishing, hiking, tennis, water sports, championship golf, spas, kayaking, biking, shopping and winery tours Year founded: 1945

LIFE The Place To Be 2 Lawrence St., Ardsley, NY 10502 Phone: (914) 591-4400 • Fax: (914) 591-4401 Email: steven@lifetheplacetobe.com Website: lifetheplacetobe.com Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: Four Seating capacity: 5 to 1,000 Meeting-room services and amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation, audiovisual services, catering Nearby places of interest: Lyndhurst, historic Hudson River, Kykuit (Rockefeller Estate), Sleepy Hollow Year founded: 2009

Mapleton at Good Counsel - Catering & Conference Center 52 N. Broadway, White Plains, NY 10603 Phone: (914) 798-1201• Fax: (914) 949-5169 Email: paulacaracappa@aol.com Website: divinecompassiononline.org/ mapleton.html

Electronic reservations accepted: No Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: Three rooms, varied rates for weekdays and weekends Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Business center: No Dataports: Yes Meeting rooms: Three Seating capacity: 8 to 250 Meeting-room services and amenities: Wired and wireless Internet, video productions with sound, video conferencing, exclusive caterer (Caperberry Events), 15 acres of green space, veranda, banquet facilities, special meals available Nearby places of interest: Downtown White Plains, Pace Law School, City Center theaters, The Westchester (upscale shopping center), Galleria shopping mall, Westchester County Airport Year founded: 2010

Maron Hotel & Suites 42 Lake Avenue Extension Danbury, CT 06811 Phone: (203) 791-2200 • Fax: (203) 791-2201 Email: info@maronhotel.com or sales@maronhotel.com Website: maronhotel.com Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 23 rooms, $99 to $119 • Suites 64, $129 to $249 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Business center: Yes Dataports: Yes Meeting rooms: Five Seating capacity: 10 to 150 Meeting-room services and amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special

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Hotels & Conference Centers meals available, transportation, banquet facilities on premise, catering, full-service restaurant and bar adjacent to meeting room, maximum occupancy 400, audiovisual equipment, wireless Internet, covered parking Nearby places of interest: Western Connecticut State University, Danbury Fair Mall, Ives Concert Park, multiple major corporations nearby Year founded: 1999

Mercury Hotel and Conference Center 2170 South Road, Route 9 Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Phone: (845) 462-4600 • Fax: (845) 462-3228 Email: janine@mercuryhospitality.com Website: choicehotels.com

Minnewaska Lodge

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 147 rooms, $79.99 to $189.99 • Upgraded accommodations: Six rooms, $99.99 to $189.99 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: 1 Business center: Yes Dataports: Yes (wired and wireless high-speed Internet) Meeting rooms: Nine • Seating capacity: 10 to 550 Meeting-room services/amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, audiovisual, food and beverage service Nearby places of interest: IBM, Culinary Institute of America, FDR Presidential Library and Museum, Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site

3116 U.S. Route 44/55, Gardiner, NY 12525 Phone: (845) 225-1110 • Fax: (845) 255-5069 Email: stay@minnewaskalodge.com Website: wminnewaskalodge.com

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: Forest -king rates, $149 to $245 and up • Upgraded accommodations: Cliff-king deck rates $169 to $265 and up • Suites: One, $249 to $365 and up Group rates: Yes Business center: No Dataports: Yes Meeting rooms: Two Seating capacity: 6 to 45 Meeting room services and amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, coffee and tea bar, complementary snacks, audiovisual available Nearby places of interest: Minnewaska State Park, Mohonk Preserve Year founded: 2001

• Newly Renovated Ballrooms and Conference Rooms Which Can Accommodate 10-500 People

ETHAN ALLEN HOTEL DANBURY’S LANDMARK BOUTIQUE HOTEL

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estled in the gateway to New England in western Connecticut, stands Danbury’s Landmark Boutique Hotel.

Since 1974, the Ethan Allen Hotel has honored guests with the unique blend of warm hospitality, elegance and the legendary style of Ethan Allen Home Interiors. The combination of 193 newly renovated spacious guestrooms, Ethan Allen supreme comfort bedding, Gilchrist & Soames bath amenities, new flatscreen TVs and Keurig coffee makers in each room help create a soothing ambiance and a relaxing escape.

Our beautifully renovated ballroom is the perfect backdrop for weddings or any social gathering. For business meetings our Executive Boardroom fits the bill with

• State-Of-The-Art Multimed ia Capabilities teleconferencing capabilities and upgraded complimentary Wi-Fi. A culinary dining experience awaits you in our award-winning Fairfield’s Restaurant or for a more casual fare and weekend entertainment enjoys Fairfield’s Lounge. Our popular Sunday Brunch has been a long-time favorite in the local community.

The hotel offers modern amenities and services of a full-service hotel, while delivering intimate luxury and comfort of a home-like atmosphere – a genuine departure from the ordinary.

For more information, please call (800) 7421776 or visit our website www.ethanallenhotel. com. You can also read our five-star reviews on www.weddingwire.com.

• Upgraded High Speed WiFi Complimentary in all Guestrooms, Meeting and Public Space

Exit 4 off i-84 • Danbury, Ct 06811

203-744-1776

• 193 Newly Renovated Guestrooms Decorated In The Legendary Style Of Ethan Allen • 24-Hour Business Center With Fax, Copy, Printing and Internet Capabilities • Day Meeting Packages Or Custom Pricing • Dedicated, Professional Event Planner To Detail Event From Beginning To End

www.ethanallenhotel.com

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Hotels & Conference Centers Mohegan Sun 1 Mohegan Sun Boulevard Uncasville, CT 06382 Phone: (888) 226-7711• Fax: (860) 862-7174 Email: hotelsales@mohegansun.com Website: www.mohegansun.com/meetings Electronic reservations accepted: No Number of guest rooms: 1,175 • Suites: 185 Meeting rooms: 30 Total square footage of meeting areas: 100,000 Restaurants: 30 Business center: Yes Meeting room services/amenities: Over 100,000 square feet of flexible meeting space including the 38,000 square-foot Uncas Ballroom and convention center. Guests can count on Mohegan Sun’s CMP-certified staff members to arrange every detail from catering to business center needs.

Nearby places of interest: Taughannick Falls, Wombi Rock, casinos, live entertainment, over 75 shops, restaurants and bars Year founded: 2002

Neuberger Museum of Art Pamela’s Traveling Feast 735 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase, NY 10577 and Pamela’s Phone: (914) 251-6100 • Fax: (914) 251-6101 on the Hudson Website: neuberger.org 1 Park Place, Newburgh, NY 12550 Phone: (845) 562-4505 • Fax (845) 562-8596 Email: Pamelas.travelingfeast@verizon.net

Electronic reservations accepted: No Restaurants: One Business center: No Meeting rooms: Two • Seating capacity: 80 to 200 Amenities: Art galleries, conference room Nearby places of interest: PepsiCo Sculpture Gardens, Doral Arrowwood Hotel and Conference Center Year founded: 1974

Restaurants: One main dining room plus bar and lounge area Business Center: Yes Dataports: Wireless available Meeting rooms: Three Seating capacity: 120-160 in main dining room Meeting-room amenities: Podium, screen, American flag, wireless Internet, fax and copy machine access and a dance floor.

Nearby places of interest: Newburgh Yacht Club Year Founded: 2005

Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale 155 Temple St., New Haven, CT 06510 Phone: (203) 772-6664 • Fax: (203) 974-6780 Website: omninewhaven.com

The Performing Arts Center

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735 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase, NY 10577 Phone: (914) 251-6200 • Fax: (914) 251-6171 Email: dan.sedgwick@purchase.edu Website: artscenter.org

Mohonk Mountain House 1000 Mountain Rest Road New Paltz, NY 12561 Phone: (800) 722-6646 • Fax: (845) 256-2124 Email: info@mohonk.com Website: mohonk.com Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 265 rooms, $510 to $940, double occupancy (rates include three meals daily) Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Business center: No Dataports: Wi-Fi Meeting rooms: 14 • Seating capacity: 12 to 420 Meeting-room services/amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation, coffee breaks, working lunches, Wi-Fi, flip charts, LCD projectors, screen, podium, microphone, valet parking Nearby places of interest: New Paltz (Huguenot Street), Culinary Institute of America Year founded: 1869

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Meeting rooms: Eight to 10 Seating capacity: 5 to 1,300 Meeting-room services and amenities: Internet access, theatrical lighting and sound Nearby places of interest: PepsiCo Sculpture Garden, minutes from Metro-North Train Station Year founded: 1978

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 249 rooms, $229 • Upgraded accommodations: 50 rooms, $259 • Suites: 7, $475 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Business center: Yes Dataports: Wireless Internet Meeting rooms: 19 • Seating capacity: 10 to 1,000 Meeting-room services/amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, dedicated catering and convention service managers Nearby places of interest: Downtown New Haven, Yale University, Shubert Theater Year founded: 1997

Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel and Conference Center 40 Civic Center Plaza Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Phone: (845) 485-5300 • Fax: (845) 485-4720 Email: mkangas@pokgrand.com Website: pokgrand.com

Business center: Yes Dataports: Yes Meeting rooms: 10 Seating capacity: 25 to 400 Meeting-room services and amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation, audiovisual service Nearby places of interest: Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site, FDR Presidential Library and Museum, Culinary Institute of America, Locust Grove Year founded: 1994

Poughkeepsie Inn 2625 South Road, Poughkeepsie NY 12601 Phone: (845) 452-6600 • Fax: (845) 454-2210 Email: gm.poughkeepsieinn@gmail.com Web site: poughkeepsieinn@gmail.com Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 50 rooms, $69.95 to $109.95 • Upgraded accommodations: 27 rooms, $89.95 to $109.95 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Business center: No Dataports: No Meeting rooms: 1 Seating capacity: 40 to 50 Meeting room services and amenities: Chairs, tables, slide in screens Nearby places of interest: Walkway over the Hudson, Vanderbilt Mansion, FDR Museum and Library, Culinary Institute, Vassar College, Marist College Year founded: 1960, renovated 2009

Radisson Hotel 1 Radisson Plaza, New Rochelle, NY 10801 Phone: (914) 576-3700 • Fax: (914) 576-3711 Website: radisson.com/newrochelle Email: diane.farah@radisson.com

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: $109 to $400 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One

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Hotels & Conference Centers Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 115 rooms, $189 • Upgraded accommodations: 10 rooms, $209 • Suites: Three, $350 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: Three Business center: Yes Dataports: Yes Meeting rooms: Five Total square footage of meeting areas: 6,400 Meeting-room services and amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, banquet and conference facilities, audiovisual, complimentary wireless Internet, complimentary parking located off I-95 Nearby places of interest: Rye Playland Amusement Park, New Roc City, Bronx Zoo, Botanical Gardens Year founded: 1976

Ramada Newburgh West Point 1289 Route 300, Newburgh, NY 12550 Phone: (845) 564-4500 • Fax: (845) 564-4524 Email: maureen@ratanhotelgroup.com Website: ramada.com/newburgh Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 120 rooms, $79 to $159 • Upgraded accommodations: 3 rooms, $169 to $299 • Suites: 33, $119 to $199 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Business center: Yes Dataports: No Meeting rooms: Five Seating capacity: 250 Meeting-room services and amenities: Banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation Nearby places of interest: Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, Orange County Choppers, Storm King Art Center, wineries Year founded: 1972

Electronic reservations accepted: No Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: $69.95 • Upgraded accommodations: $79.95 • Suites: $99.95 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: None Business center: Yes Dataports: Wireless Meeting rooms: Two • Seating capacity: 10 to 50 Meeting-room services/amenities: Banquet facilities, art gallery space, kitchen facilities Nearby places of interest: Hunter Mountain, Ski Windham, Total Tennis, Hudson Horse Show, Woodstock art galleries and shops Year founded: 2002

The Regency 425 E. Route 59, Nanuet, NY 10954 Phone: (845) 512-1615 Website: rocklandeventspace.com Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: $129 • Suites: 50, $159 Restaurants: One Business center: Yes Dataports: Yes Meeting rooms: Seven Seating capacity: 10 to 400 Meeting-room services/amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, complimentary breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center, free wireless high-speed Internet, room service, all new ballroom Nearby places of interest: U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Nyack-on-Hudson, Palisades Center (shopping mall) Year founded: 1970

Renaissance Westchester 80 W. Red Oak Lane, West Harrison 10604 Phone: (914) 694-5400 Email: peter.maruzzella@marriott.com Website: renaissancewestchester.com

Red House Inn 3249 Route 32, Saugerties, NY 12477 Phone: (845) 246-5533 • Fax: (845) 246-3138 Email: redhouseinn@yahoo.com Website: redhouseinn.com

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Hotels & Conference Centers Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Number of guest rooms: 347 • Number of suites: 6 Meeting Rooms: 27 Total square footage of meeting areas: 20,294 Restaurants: One Business Center: Yes Meeting room services/amenities: Coffee/tea in room, concierge desk, room service from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., safe deposit boxes at front desk, shoe shine service Nearby places of interest: Strata Health Club, Saxon Woods Golf Course, Dunwoodie Golf Course, Centennial Golf Club, Sprain Lake Golf Course, Mohansic Golf Course, biking trail, jet-skiing, kayaking, rock climbing, sailing, Oakland Beach, Rachele Rose Day Spa, Tranquility Spa Inc Year Founded: 1977 hotel; 1905 mansion

Fairgrounds, Culinary Institute of America, Bard College, historic Hyde Park Year founded: 2007

Three rooms, $135 • Upgraded accommodations: Six rooms, $240 • Suites: One (two rooms), $350 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One (1 bar) Business center: No Dataports: Wireless Internet Meeting rooms: Four • Seating capacity: Eight to 50 Meeting room services/amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation (cost if applicable), screen, projector, microphone, easel, flip charts, speaker phone, wireless Internet Nearby places of interest: Philip Johnson Glass House, downtown, MTA to New York City, Stamford and Greenwich Year founded: 1740

The Ritz-Carlton, Westchester 3 Renaissance Square White Plains, NY 10601 Phone: (914) 946-5500 • Fax: (914) 946-5501 Website: ritzcarlton.com

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4 Grinnell St., P.O. Box 292 Rhinecliff, NY 12574 Phone: (845) 876-0590 • Fax: (845) 876-0690 Email: info@therhinecliff.com Website: therhinecliff.com

Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: $240 (seasonal changes) • Upgraded accommodations: $240 to $300 • Suites: $300 to $320 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Business center: No Dataports: Yes Meeting rooms: One • Seating capacity: 10 to 120 Meeting-room services/amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, private rooms, on- and off-site catering, wheelchair accessible common areas Nearby places of interest: Dutchess County

Sheraton Stamford Hotel

Sam’s of Gedney Way 52 Gedney Way, White Plains, NY 10605 Phone: (914) 949-0978 • Fax: (914) 686-2013 Website: samsofgedneyway.com

The Rhinecliff

Suites: Six rooms $379 to $499 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Business center: Yes Dataports: Yes Meeting rooms: 10 • Seating capacity: Two to 240 Meeting room services/amenities: Waterfront ballroom, complimentary Wi-Fi in meeting rooms, breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available Nearby places of interest: Florence Griswold Museum, Chamard Vineyards, Essex Steam Train, Goodspeed Opera House, Lyme Art Association, Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets, Fenwick Golf Course, Riverquest Year founded: 1989

700 E. Main St., Stamford, CT 06901 Phone: (203) 358-8400 • Fax: (203) 358-8872 Email: mgagnier@sheratonstamford.com Website: sheratonstamford.com

Restaurants: One Meeting rooms: One • Seating capacity: 40 to 100 Meeting-room services/amenities: Banquet facilities, special meals, private bathroom, lobby, projection screen, podium, microphone Year founded: 1986

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: $189 and up • Upgraded accommodations: $259 and up • Suites: $259 and up Group rates: Yes Restaurants: Three Business center: Yes Dataports: Yes Meeting rooms: Seven • Total square footage of meeting areas: 12,000 Meeting-room services/amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation, wireless Internet access, on-site audiovisual, natural daylight in three rooms, all on one floor Nearby places of interest: White Plains train station three blocks away and Westchester County Airport nine miles away to bring you to a vast array of interesting places in the area Year founded: 2007

Saybrook Point Inn and Spa 2 Bridge St., Old Saybrook, CT 06475 Phone: (860) 243-0212 • Fax: (860) 388-1504 Email: sales@saybrook.com Website: saybrook.com

Roger Sherman Inn 195 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, CT 06840 Phone: (203) 966-4541 • Fax: (203) 966-0503 Email: info@rogershermaninn.com Website: rogershermaninn.com

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rate: Standard accommodations: 48 rooms, $189 to $329 • Upgraded accommodations: 27 rooms, $249 to $389 •

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations:

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 338 rooms, $179 to $329 • Upgraded accommodations: 38 rooms, $214 to $364 • Suites: Three, $300 to $500 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: One Business center: Yes Dataports: Yes Meeting rooms: 16 Seating capacity: 2 to 500 Meeting room services and amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation, catering team for events, on-site audio visual services and equipment, convention services manager

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You’ve been searching and searching for the perfect venue…

CONGRATULATIONS, YOU FOUND IT.

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he Waters Edge at Giovanni’s has more than 25 years of experience in hosting flawless corporate events. From beautiful, airy suites to our intimate and alluring wine den, we have a space for every occasion. Exquisite catering options are sure to impress your guests, and our culinary excellence is underscored by attentive service. Every facet of The Waters Edge at Giovanni’s is united by a philosophy of warmth and hospitality. That’s why Fortune 500 companies such as Philips®, Deloitte®, and PricewaterhouseCoopers® have trusted us with their corporate events for the past two decades.

They know that The Waters Edge at Giovanni’s provides more than just a space –– it provides an experience. Whether for sales presentations, training seminars, employee outings, retirement dinners or corporate retreats, you can count on unforgettable events that will delight your guests.

We offer six beautiful suites, each with their

own unique charm. Elegant lighting, direct water views and imported granite floors are some of the artistic flourishes that your guests will surely appreciate. Each suite comes fully equipped with a projector, a podium,

are available upon request. Best of all, our pricing is extraordinarily competitive, so you’ll pay only a fraction of what you’d pay at a hotel chain.

While the spaces are gorgeous and the prices

At The Waters Edge at Giovanni’s, we understand the importance of presentation and service – whether you need to impress an important business prospect or recognize your diligent employees, every detail counts. That’s why our staff is rigorously trained to provide the highest-quality service. and complimentary Wi-Fi (microphones and speakers available as well). Tables and seats can be arranged to your exact specifications, plus event planners and audiovisual experts

are unbeatable, it is our culinary expertise that truly distinguishes us. With fresh-off-theboat seafood, unrivaled Italian fare and handcut, certified Angus beef, our cuisine will

delight even the most discerning palettes. The executive chef personally oversees each meal, ensuring perfection on every plate, every time.

At The Waters Edge at Giovanni’s, we understand the importance of presentation and service – whether you need to impress an important business prospect or recognize your diligent employees, every detail counts.

That’s why our staff is rigorously trained to provide the highest-quality service. Their impeccable timing and attention to detail will astound your guests and keep you returning to The Waters Edge at Giovanni’s for years.

We are conveniently located off exit 9 on I-95, in the charming town of Darien, Conn. To experience our unforgettable spaces, superb cuisine, and unprecedented service, contact our event planner today and begin organizing your next event.

Phone: (203) 325-9979 Email: info@watersedgeatgiovannis.com Website: www.watersedgeatgiovannis.com

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Hotels & Conference Centers Nearby places of interest: Town Center Mall, Stamford restaurants, Metro-North/Amtrak stations Year founded: 1984

Stamford Marriott Hotel & Spa 243 Tresser Blvd., Stamford, CT 06901 Phone: (203) 357-9555 • Fax: (203) 324-6897 Email: pgriffith@stamfordmarriott.com Website: stamfordmarriott.com

Business center: Yes Dataports: Yes Nearby places of interest: Stamford Town Center, Palace Theater, Rich Forum Year founded: 1987

Restaurants: One and two lounges Business center: Yes Meeting rooms: 11 • Seating capacity: 10 to 240 Meeting-room services/amenities: Breakout room, banquet facilities, special meals available, three upgrade meeting rooms, natural lighting, river views Nearby places of interest: West Point Military Academy, Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, golfing, wineries Year founded: 1926

Tappan Hill Mansion 81 Highland Ave., Tarrytown, NY 10591 Phone: (914) 631-3030 • Fax: (914) 631-5399 Email: chay@abigailkirsch.com Website: abigailkirsch.com

Trumbull Marriott 180 Hawley Lane, Trumbull, CT 06611 Phone: (203) 378-1400 • Fax: (203) 375-0632 Website: marriotttrumbull.com

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Upgraded accommodations: 400 rooms, $239 and up • Upgraded accommodations: 100, $275 and up • Suites: Six, $375 and up Group rates: Yes Restaurants: Two Business center: Yes Dataports: Yes Meeting rooms: 26 Total square footage of meeting areas: 25,000 Meeting-room services and amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation, audiovisual team on-site, wireless high-speed Internet hubs available for a negotiable fee, 26,000 square feet of meeting space, meeting planners on site Nearby places of interest: Stamford Town Center, Stamford theater and restaurant district, 50 minutes by Metro-North to New York City Year founded: 1977

Electronic reservations accepted: No Business center: No Dataports: Yes Meeting rooms: Four • Total square footage of meeting areas: 12,760 Meeting-room services/amenities: Breakout rooms, banquet facilities, high-end catering, dedicated event managers Nearby places of interest: Kykuit (Rockefeller Estate), Philipsburg Manor Year founded: 1980

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 319 rooms • Suites: Four Group rates: Yes Restaurants: Two (one seasonal) Business center: Yes Dataports: Yes Meeting rooms: 17 • Seating capacity: Three to 700 Meeting-room services/amenities: Room safes, refrigerators, restaurant on site, indoor/ outdoor pool, one and one-half breakout rooms, banquet facilities, special meals available, transportation (cost if applicable), dedicated event manager, in-house audiovisual staff, 24-hour business center, wireless Internet (cost), fitness center Nearby places of interest: Arena at Harbor Yard, Sports Center of Connecticut, Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk, Beardsley Zoo, Yale Peabody Museum, Trumbull Mall Year founded: 1985

The Thayer Hotel 674 Thayer Road, West Point, NY 10928 Phone: (845) 446-4731 • Fax: (845) 446-2273 Email: info@thethayerhotel.com Website: thethayerhotel.com

Stamford Suites Hotel 720 Bedford St., Stamford, CT 06901 Phone: (203) 359-7300 • Fax: (203) 359-7304 Email: lauguutyn@stamfordsuites.com Website: stamfordsuites.com Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Suites: 45, $149 Group rates: Yes

Warwick Valley Bed & Breakfast 24 Maple Ave., Warwick, NY 10990 Phone: (845) 987-7255 • Fax: (845) 988-5318 Email: loretta@warwick.net Website: wvbedandbreakfast.com Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: Three rooms, $120 to $145 • Upgraded accommodations: Three rooms, $140 to $185 • Suites: One, $185 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: None Business center: Yes Dataports: Yes Meeting rooms: Two Seating capacity: 10 to 30 Meeting-room services and amenities: Breakout rooms, lunch, snacks, relaxed atmosphere Nearby places of interest: Village at Warwick, Wawayanda State Park, Vernon Skiing Year founded: 1997

The Waters Edge at Giovanni’s 2748 Post Road, Darien, CT 06820 Phone: (203) 325-9979 • Fax: (203) 359-3948 Email: info@watersedgeatgiovannis.com Website: watersedgeatgiovannis.com Restaurants: One (Giovanni’s Steakhouse) Meeting rooms: Six Total square footage of meeting areas:: 10079 Meeting-room services and amenities: Banquet and conference facilities, breakout rooms, complimentary Wi-Fi, audiovisual capabilities, easily accessible via Interstate 95 exit 9, valet parking, dedicated conference and event managers Nearby places of interest: Minutes to downtown Stamford and Metro-North Train Station, 30 minutes to midtown Manhattan Year founded: 1987 SEE OUR AD ON S21

Room/rates: Standard accommodations: $189 to $309 • Upgraded accommodations: $199 to $319 • Suites: $750 Group rates: Yes

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Hotels & Conference Centers Westchester Marriott 670 White Plains Road, Tarrytown, NY 10591 Phone: (914) 333-2200 • Fax: (914) 631-2832 Email: peter.maruzzella@marriott.com Website: westchestermarriott.com

Electronic reservations accepted: Yes Rooms/rates: Standard accommodations: 357 rooms, $269 • Upgraded accommodations: 82 rooms, $299 • Suites: Five, $525 Group rates: Yes Restaurants: 2 Business center: Yes Dataports: Yes Meeting rooms: 33 • Total square footage of meeting areas: 26,000 Meeting-room services/amenities: Breakout room, banquet facilities, audiovisual Nearby places of interest: Kykuit (Rockefeller estate), Philipsburg Manor, U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York City, Yankee Stadium Year founded: 1981

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FACTS& FIGURES ON THE RECORD WESTChESTER BANKRUPTCIES Cross Architecture P.C., 167 Madison Ave., Suite 301, New York City 10016. Chapter 7, voluntary. Attorney: Glenn R. Meyers, New York City. Filed Feb. 17. Case no. 14-10334 Larry Kanner, 30 Park Ave., New York City 10016. Chapter 13, voluntary. Attorney: Lawrence Morrison, New York City.

Filed Feb. 16. Case no. 14-10331 Metier Tribeca L.L.C., 24 W. 40 St., 10th floor, New York City 10018-1055. Chapter 11, voluntary. Attorney: Michael L. Moskowitz and Richard E. Weltman, New York City. Filed Feb. 14.

Case no. 14-10325 POWER LUXURY RADIO DISPATCH INC., 3759 Broadway, New York City10032.

Chapter 11, voluntary. Attorney: Nestor Rosado, New York City. Filed Feb. 17. Case no.

14-10336 77-79 Rivington Street Realty L.L.C., c/o Berotti Robins & Guskin L.L.P. 85 W. Hawthorne Ave., Valley Stream 11580.

Chapter 11, voluntary. Attorney: Kevin J. Nash, New York City. Filed Feb. 18. Case no.

14-10339

Items appearing in the Westchester 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.

Questions and comments regarding this section should be directed to: Bob Rozycki c/o Westfair Communications Inc. 3 Westchester Park Drive, Suite G7 White Plains, N.Y. 10604-3407 Phone: 694-3600 • Fax: 694-3680

Susan Ciminelli, 530 E. 76 St., New York City 10021. Chapter 13, voluntary. Attorney: Lawrence Morrison, New York City.

Filed Feb. 16. Case no. 14-10332

Pancake Realty Associates, et al. Filed by Francis. Action: Claim falls under “Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.”

Attorneys for plaintiff: Adam Saul Hanski and Glen Howard 130 Eckerson Rd L.L.C. a Parker. Filed Feb. 11. Case no.

Partnership, 22 White St., 14-00878 Spring Valley 10977. Chapter 13, voluntary. Attorney: Jer- Price-Less Automotive L.L.C., rold W. Miles, Spring Valley. et al. Filed by Merchant Cash Filed Feb. 12. Case no. 14-22193 & Capital L.L.C. Action: Contract dispute claim. Attorney Robert S. Schepp, 25 Mildred for plaintiff: Nicholas Philip Parkway, New Rochelle 10804. Giuliano. Filed Feb. 11. Case no.

Chapter 7, voluntary. Attorney: 14-00886 Arlene Gordon-Oliver, White Plains. Filed Feb. 14. Case no. Royal Charter Properties Inc., 14-22197 et al. Filed by Francis. Action: Claim falls under “Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.”

Attorneys for plaintiff: Adam CoURT CASES Saul Hanski and Glen Howard Parker. Filed Feb. 11. Case no.

Barclays Bank P.L.C., et al.

14-00879 Filed by The Fresno County Employees’ Retirement Association. Action: Claim falls under SNA CARBON L.L.C., et “Sherman-Clayton Act.” Attor- al.Filed by RG STEEL WHEELneys for plaintiff: Nicole Cath- ING Inc. Action: Claim seeks erine Lavallee, Todd A. Seaver motion to quash. Attorneys and Joseph J. Tabacco Jr. Filed for plaintiff: Scott D. Musoff and Amy L. Van Gelder. Filed Feb. 11. Case no. 14-00902 Feb. 14. Case no. 14-00037 Barclays Bank P.L.C., et al.

Filed by the city of Philadelphia Board of Pensions and Retirement. Action: Antitrust litigation claim. Attorney for plaintiff: Daniel Lawrence Brockett Steig Olson. Filed Feb. 11.

Case no. 14-00876 Con-Way Freight Inc. Filed

by Indemnity Insurance Company of North America. Action: Claim concerns federal questioning. Attorney for plaintiff: David Louis Mazaroli. Filed Feb. 11. Case no. 14-00882 International Business Machines Corp. Filed by the United States of America. Action: Real property claim concerning tort to land. Attorney for plaintiff: Not listed. Filed Feb. 14.

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Clive J. Anderson Realty L.L.C., Pelham. Seller: Pelham Funeral Home Inc., Pelham.

Property: 64 Lincoln Ave., Pelham. Amount: $1 million. Filed Feb. 14.

S4K Maple Ave L.L.C., Cortlandt Manor. Seller: 97 Locust Ave L.L.C., Cortlandt Manor.

Property: 97 Locust Ave., Cortlandt. Amount: $309,000. Filed Feb. 14.

Elk Homes Partners L.P., Rye. Seller: Eris Saari, et al, New York City. Property: 2 Bacon Court, Eastchester. Amount: $1.4 million. Filed Feb. 12.

Stone Financing L.L.C., Scottsdale, Ariz. Seller: Venkatadri Thiruvallur, et al, Ossining.

Property: 71-1 Snowden Ave., Ossining. Amount: $357,500.

Filed Feb. 13.

Open Arms Housing Development Fund Company Inc., White Plains. Seller: SWRS Associates L.L.C., Sanibel, Fla. Property: 86-88 Post Road, White Plains. Amount: $1.9 million. Filed Feb. 12.

Below $1 million 11 East Post Rd Realty L.L.C., Mount Vernon. Seller: Power Test Realty Company L.P., Jericho. Property: 11 E. Post Road, White Plains. Amount: $582,320. Filed Feb. 12.

XXII Five L.L.C., Ardsley. Seller: Nyre 12 Centre Street L.L.C., New York. Property: 12 Center St., Greenburgh. Amount: $350,000. Filed Feb. 13.

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DOBBS FERRY, 65 Virginia Ave. Three-family; .31 acre.

Plaintiff: Wells Fargo Bank National Association. Plaintiff’s attorney: Druckman & Sinel, (516) 876-0800; 242 Drexel Ave., Westbury. Defendant: Yutaka Sato. Referee: Naomi Duker. Sale: March 3, 10 a.m.

Approximate lien: $670,263.71.

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1294 Old Post Road L.L.C., New York City. Seller: J and N Construction L.L.C., Somers.

Stipes Garcia, et al. Filed by Property: 1294 Old Post Road, MAMARONECK, 1420 James Arch Speciality Insurance Co. Bedford. Amount: $850,000. St. Two-family; lot size: 50 x Action: Claim seeks motion to Filed Feb. 13.

109. Plaintiff: Wells Fargo Bank quash. Attorney for plaintiff: National Association. PlainRafael Vergara. Filed Feb 13. tiff’s attorney: Fein Such & 17 Glenwolde Realty Corp., Case no. 14-00035 Crane L.L.P.; 1400 Old Country Irvington.

Seller: DougRoad, Westbury. Defendant: las Sheahan, et al, Spencer Toys R Us Inc., et al. Filed by Port. Property: 17 Glenwolde Mohamed Hadi. Referee: MiE.M.M., et al. Action: Personal Park, Greenburgh. Amount: chele Bermel. Sale: March 10, 8:45 a.m. Approximate lien: injury claim. Attorney for plain- $270,000. Filed Feb. 13. $543,878.10. tiff: Eric Dranoff. Filed Feb. 11.

Case no. 14-00901 Chatham White Plains RI NEW ROCHELLE, 94 Union L.L.C., Palm Beach, Fla. Seller: Ave. Office building; .09 acre.

General Estate Corp., ScarsPlaintiff: Bayview Loan Servicdale. Property: 5 Barker Ave., ing L.L.C. Plaintiff’s attorney: No. 506, White Plains. Amount: dEEdS Rosicki & Associates, (845) 897$230,000. Filed Feb. 12.

1600; 2 Summit Court, No. 301, Fishkill. Defendant: Francisvo JJV L.L.C., New Rochelle. Procel. Referee: Carla GlassAbove $1 million Seller: Carla Glassman, White man. Sale: March 11, 9:30 a.m.

Ashburton Properties L.L.C., Plains. Property: 31 Warren Approximate lien: $1.27 milPleasantville. Seller: Hilltop Re- St, New Rochelle. Amount: lion. alty Holding L.L.C., New York $350,000. Filed Feb. 14.

City. Property: 70/72 Ashburton Ave., Yonkers. Amount: $1.5 million. Filed Feb. 12.

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NEWSMAKERS plus awards and events BROKER RECEIVES HGAR AWARD RON REID, commercial division director and associate real estate broker at RE/MAX PRIME PROPERTIES in Scarsdale, has received the Realtor Emeritus Award from the Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors (HGAR) in recognition of his contributions to the real estate profession and the community.

“Ron has had a remarkable career and is known throughout the tristate region. The HGAR award recognizes not only his longevity in the real estate market but also his contributions to quality service consumers can expect and to sustaining the vitality of the real estate marketplace in Westchester and surrounding counties,” said Henry Weber, president and regional director of RE/MAX of New York Inc. Reid attained Platinum Club status for sales in excess of $15 million in just one year at RE/MAX Prime Properties. Some of his major million-dollar-plus corporate transactions have included the $35 million sale of the IBM Thornwood Conference Center, the $13.5 million sale of Roe Movers/CHEP warehouse building in Wappingers Falls and the $5.5 million sale of Hudson River Inn

and Conference Center in Ossining.

Prior to RE/MAX, Reid served as associate broker and director at CBRE-CB Richard Ellis. He also served as the west side sales manager for William B. May Real Estate and headed his own brokerage and consulting firm, American Properties.

ACCOUNTING FIRM ADDS PARTNERS O’CONNOR DAVIES L.L.P., a certified public accounting and consulting firm with offices in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, has made the following promotions: • ROBERT CORDERO was promoted to partner in the accounting and auditing practice. With more than 12 years experience in public accounting, Cordero specializes in auditing and business consulting, working with several types of organizations, including private schools, general charities and other notfor-profit organizations, government and commercial entities. He is based in the firm’s Harrison and New York City offices.

• JOSEPH IZZO was promoted to partner in the accounting and auditing practice.

He has more than 13 years experience serving both not-for-profit and commercial clients on audit and tax engagements and has served a variety of clients, including a large subsidiary of an international manufacturing company. He is based in the firm’s New York City office.

• GEMMA LEDDY was promoted to partner and director of O’Connor Davies Wealth Services. She has more than 25 years experience in public accounting and in the

private sector, providing comprehensive financial management and CFO services to high-net-worth individuals, family offices, executives, entrepreneurs and their businesses. Leddy is based in the firm’s Harrison office.

• CHRISTINE G. PRONEK was promoted to partner in the estate and trust practice of the firm. She has more than 15 years experience in public accounting, several years of experience with the Internal Revenue Service and experience in all areas of taxation, including corporate, individual and partnerships. She is based in the firm’s Cranford, N.J., office.

• MICHAEL PROVINI was promoted to partner in the firm’s financial services practice group. He has more than 20 years experience in public accounting with an expertise in audit, tax and consulting services for a variety of financial service clients, including hedge funds, fund of funds, private equity funds, offshore funds, master-feeder structures, commodity pools, private foundations, employee benefit plans, family offices and registered investment advisers. He is based in the firm’s New York City office.

WILSON ELSER PROMOTES SIX TO PARTNER WILSON ELSER, a national law firm with offices in White Plains, has promoted six attorneys to partner. The attorneys promoted to partner are: CLAIRE PARSONS (Houston), formerly of counsel, focuses her practice on ERISA, general liability, professional liability and labor and employment matters. Her experience extends to welfare benefit litigation, product liability, legal malpractice, medical practice, premises liability, mortgage fraud actions and insurance coverage disputes.

She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Washington and Lee University (1998) and her J.D. from South Texas College of Law (2005).

ALICIA SILVER SANTOCKI (New York metro), serves as coverage counsel and claims coordinator for management and professional liability insurance programs. Additionally, she has direct litigation experience defending employers in employment claims before the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and other venues. She graduated cum laude from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Arts degree (1996) and received her J.D. from Brooklyn Law School (2001).

ALLISON BURNS (Chicago), formerly an associate, concentrates her practice in general liability matters, with a focus on construction and trucking litigation as well as product liability in Illinois and Indiana. She graduated cum laude from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a Bachelor of Science degree (2001) and earned her J.D. from Indiana University Maurer School of Law (2004).

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practices in three jurisdictions, Arizona, Nevada and Utah and focuses on complex business and commercial litigation, construction litigation, personal injury, professional liability, real estate litigation, banking litigation and general liability matters. He graduated cum laude from the University of Utah with a Bachelor of Science degree (2000), and earned his J.D. from the University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law (2004).

KATHRYN GRACE (D.C. metro), focuses her practice on general liability and professional liability matters with experience in product liability, toxic torts, consumer

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matters and 42 USC § 1983 civil rights cases.

She graduated magna cum laude from the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree (2002) and earned her J.D. from George Mason University School of Law (2005).

JOHN HSU (New York metro), focuses his practice on general liability cases involving personal injury and property damage claims in state and federal courts for national commercial clients and individual owners.

He earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Marist College (2000) and graduated cum laude from Albany Law School (2003) where he earned his J.D. degree.

THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF NORTHERN WESTCHESTER (BGCNW) alumni, staff and supporters saluted a combined 100 years of service and teaching carried out by three longtime staff members.

At a BGCNW Alumni Cocktail Reception with more than 200 guests attending, Feb. 9 at the club’s Main Street location, Aquatics Director DENNIS MUNSON was lauded for 45 years of service; Director of Operations BARBARA CUTRI for 30 years of service; and Director of the Pre-School Child Care Center BETTY LOU OSTRYE for 25 years of service. Each of the three dedicated their careers to supporting, educating and encouraging youth from around Westchester County, and setting them on the path to success and good citizenship.

“Dennis, Barbara and Betty Lou are extraordinary individuals,” said Brian Skanes, executive director of the BGCNW. “There are countless adults who can trace their success back to these three. And because of that, those adults are now enrolling their children in the club, too.”

YMCA NAMES RING TO POST ANNE RING of Yorktown Heights, a longtime community leader, has been appointed director of fund development and communications at the YMCA OF CENTRAL & NORTHERN WESTCHESTER in White Plains.

“Anne is a familiar face in the community and is well-known for being a strategic leader who builds teams, develops relationships and drives results. Her experience and expertise will be a great benefit to our organization as we move forward into the future,” said Cynthia Rubino, CEO and president of the organization.

With more than 27 years of leadership experience and expertise in management, marketing, fundraising and community relations, Rubino said Ring’s expertise in community relations will help with fundraising efforts.

“I am honored to join the YMCA. …The YMCA is such a key resource in our community. I look forward to using my skills to help the YMCA in its mission to better youth development, healthy living and social responsibility in Westchester.”

President of Heritage Communications, Ring provides advice to businesses and other organizations seeking help with product awareness, leadership positioning, market-

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ing and overall visibility. She has held the positions of associate publisher at the Daily Voice, business development manager at Westchester magazine, associate publisher at Trader Publications and adjunct professor at Fordham University.

She received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English at Providence College and a Master of Arts degree in public communications at Fordham University.

hospital’s new Chef Peter X. Kelly Teaching Kitchen.

“We are grateful to Jim Witt and the Hope for Youth Foundation who have for many years generously supported programs at our hospital that are aimed at improving the lives of young people,’’ Hudson Valley Hospital President John C. Federspiel said.

“Teaching the value of healthy eating can never start early enough if we are to stem the tide of chronic conditions such as obesity, diabetes and heart disease.”

For more information about Harvest for Health and to sign up for classes in the Chef Peter X. Kelly Teaching Kitchen, visit hvhc. org or call (914) 734-3780.

CATERER JOINS ALLIANCE NEW YORK HOSPITALITY GROUP, based in White Plains, and made up of three foodservice operations: Caperberry Events, Sams of Gedney Way and The Great American Barbeque Company, has joined the HUDSON VALLEY FOOD & BEVERAGE ALLIANCE to better serve its company mission to bring the best locally sourced products to its clients and customers.

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30th annual Women’s Hall of Fame and Scholarship Luncheon honoring Mae Carpenter, commissioner, Department of Senior Programs and Services, Friday, March, 28, Doubletree by Hilton Hotel, Tarrytown, 11 a.m. For information and reservations, visit wrefny.org.

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GROUP DONATES $10,000 TO YOUNG CHEFS THE HOPE FOR YOUTH FOUNDATION of the Peekskill Rotary Club has donated $10,000 to HUDSON VALLEY HOSPITAL CENTER to support a new program that uses cooking to teach youngsters about healthy eating in the battle against childhood obesity.

The Young Chefs of the Hudson Valley offers weekly cooking classes to at-risk children ages 11 to 13 in area school districts. Parents can also sign their children up for small group classes. The program, run by trained chefs and dietitians on staff at HVHC, aims to improve the health of children and reduce the risks of obesity. It is one of several community classes for all ages being taught in the

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Pleasantville Chamber Music Society presents the Cassatt String Quartet at the Presbyterian Church, 400 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, at 3 p.m. The concert is free and parking is available at the church, nearby municipal lots and on the street.

the next step forward in employing more locally sourced products in our offerings,” said Peter Herrero, CEO of New York Hospitality Group The Hudson Valley Food & Beverage Alliance brings organizations within the food and beverage industries together, helping area businesses forge strong partnerships.

Founded by HVEDC, the Alliance provides access to economic guidance and marketing resources to businesses throughout the region.

ANOTHER AWARD FOR AUTHOR TOPPING AUDREY RONNING TOPPING’s book “China Mission: A Personal History from the Last Imperial Dynasty to the People’s Republic” published by Louisiana State University Press won the prestigious 2013 Prose Award for Media and Cultural Studies.

Topping, a Scarsdale resident is a widely traveled internationally renowned prizewinning photojournalist and author of five books.

Prose is The American Publishers Award for Professional and Scholarly Excellence.

The recipients were announced at an Awards Luncheon Feb. 6, at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Washington, D.C. The ceremony was webcast live to audiences across the globe. Topping also is a contributing writer to WAG magazine, a sister publication to this journal.

LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE SEEKS APPLICANTS THE EILEEN FISHER LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE (EFLI) has opened its application process for the 2014 summer sessions. Entering its fifth year, EFLI promotes leadership in young women through self-empowerment, connection with others and activism in Westchester County.

This summer, EFLI will continue to offer two sessions of the 12-day Activating Leadership program for first-year participants, beginning July 7 and Aug. 4, accepting 18 to 22 participants for each session. Thirty-six talented and motivated young women completed Activating Leadership in 2013. After a successful pilot program last summer, EFLI is inviting young women entering their freshman year of high school to apply for Intro

to EFLI. Additionally, EFLI will continue the LIFE Fellowship, a summer internship program for a select group of recent high school graduates.

Other new programs will provide an opportunity to plug in to EFLI in ways that are convenient and meaningful for all ages.

In addition, EFLI is seeking families to host young women who are unable to travel daily to Irvington for the program.

Applicants are asked to submit their completed applications by any of the three following deadlines: March 3, April 7 or May 12. Applications may be submitted online at efli-life.org. For any questions, contact program coordinator Aimee Aubin at (914) 4873354 or info@efli-life.org.

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FACTS&FIGURES EF Management L.L.C., Lis Pendens Mount Vernon. $63,561 in favor of Persico Realty Corp., ScarsThe following filings indicated a dale. Filed Feb. 11. legal action has been initiated, the outcome of which may affect G and A Entertainment the title to the property listed.

Corp., Port Chester. $4,221 in favor of Superior Payment Plan Abad, Julio R., et al. Filed by L.L.C., Depew. Filed Feb. 12.

PNC Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to seGeorge A. Fuller Company cure $372,000 affecting properPORT CHESTER, 328 Lo- Inc., Valhalla. $69,228 in favor cust Ave. Two-family; .13 acre. of Concrete Cutting Co., Port ty located at 85 N. Malcolm St., Ossining 10562. Filed Sept. 26.

Plaintiff: Newbury Place Reo Chester. Filed Feb. 7.

III L.L.C. Plaintiff’s attorney: Anderson, Carl A., et al. Filed Rosicki & Rosicki & Associates, (845) 897-1600; 2 Sum- Harrison Funeral Home Inc., by Quorum Federal Credit mit Court, No. 301, Fishkill. Harrison. $51,972 in favor of Union. Action: seeks to foreDefendant: Edwina Warzoha. Batesville Casket Company Inc. close on a mortgage to secure $400,000 affecting property loReferee: Michele Bermel. Sale: Batesville, Ind. Filed Feb. 11. cated at 9 Armstrong and 9 Sela March 4, 9 a.m. Approximate M and R Scarsdale Restau- streets, Cortlandt Manor 10567. lien: $504,980.09. rant L.L.C., Scarsdale. $54,266 Filed Sept. 27.

YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, 3 in favor of Icesurance Inc., MaBrown, Jean C., et al. Filed by Tudor Circle, Apt 3-10. Con- maroneck. Filed Feb. 11.

Bank of America N.A. Action: dominium; lot size: Not available. Plaintiff: US Bank Na- North Ave Twin Donuts seeks to foreclose on a mortgage tional Association. Plaintiff’s L.L.C., Yonkers. $377,229 in to secure $456,750 affecting attorney: Druckman & Sinel, favor of Baron Associates, Yon- property located at 45 Locust Hill Ave., Yonkers. Filed Sept. 24.

(516) 876-0800; 242 Drexel kers. Filed Feb. 10.

Ave., Westbury. Defendant: Jomo Willoughby. Referee: Richards Home Center and Carty, Silas T., et al. Filed by Anthony Tirone. Sale: March Lumber Inc., Mount Kisco. PNC Bank N.A. Action: seeks 10, 9:30 a.m. Approximate lien: $29,914 in favor of Signature to foreclose on a mortgage $371,891.35.

Bank, New York City. Filed to secure $277,000 affecting property located at 87 HorFeb. 7. ton Ave., New Rochelle 10801.

Steiner Foods Inc., New Ro- Filed Sept. 25.

NORTH SALEM, 39 Fields Lane Manufacturing; 4.19 acre.

Plaintiff: ARD Investors II 2012 HVB, L.L.C. Plaintiff’s attorney: Norris McLaughin & Marcus; 875 Third Ave., New York City. Defendant: Swoosh LP. Referee: Margorie Siegel. Sale: March 11, 10 a.m. Approximate lien: $988,848.02.

Judgments

chelle. $98,692 in favor of Al Simpkin and Company Incor- Childs, Nelson N. Jr., et al.

91 Mamaroneck Ave Corp., porated Ltd., Sheffield, United Filed by Suntrust Mortgage Inc. White Plains. $19,773 in favor Action: seeks to foreclose on a Kingdom. Filed Feb. 10. of Gaines Novick Ponzini Cosmortgage to secure $177,500 su and Venditti L.L.P., White Touris L.L.C., New Rochelle. affecting property located at 60 Plains. Filed Feb. 12. $27,625 in favor of JMM En- Kensico Road, Apt. 6, Thornterprises Inc., Stafford, Va. Filed wood 10594. Filed Sept. 26.

American Legacy, Mount Feb. 11.

Vernon. $157,822 in favor of Collura, Linda, individually RR Donnelley and Sons Co., and as executrix of the estate of Downers Grove, Ill. Filed Tropical Lights Tanning Inc., Shirlee S. Grossman, et al. Filed New Rochelle. $10,201 in favor Feb. 12. of Battiato and Battiato, New by OneWest Bank F.S.B. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortRochelle. Filed Feb. 7.

American Stevedoring Inc., gage to secure $92,256 affecting Ossining. $165,610 in favor of property located at 3 Frederick International Longshoremens Valcon Inc., Scarsdale. $37,855 Lane, Scarsdale 10583. Filed Association, Tarrytown. Filed in favor of Excelsior Insurance Sept. 25.

Co. and Peerless Insurance Co., Feb. 14.

Keene, Ohio. Filed Feb. 11.

Dancing Bear Cellars L.L.C., Bronx. $52,946 in favor of NTL YH Market Inc., Yonkers.

Capital L.L.C., Pelham. Filed $65,216 in favor of Cadlerock Joint Venture L.P., Newton Falls, Feb. 13.

Ohio. Filed Feb. 7.

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Conte, Emilio, et al. Filed by Aurora Loan Services L.L.C. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $416,000 affecting property located at 12 Maurice Ave., Ossining 10562.

Filed Sept. 23.

Fauci, Frank, individually and as administrator of the estate of Carmelann Fauci, et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $172,000 affecting property located at 2-6 Granada Crescent, White Plains 10603.

Corsa, Carol, et al. Filed by Filed Sept. 26.

Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. Action: seeks to foreclose on Fernandes, Joao, et al. Filed by a mortgage to secure $385,000 Citimortgage Inc. Action: seeks affecting property located at 171 to foreclose on a mortgage to Ivy Hill Lane, Rye Brook 10573. secure $195,000 affecting propFiled Sept. 26. erty located at 253 W. Lincoln Ave., Mount Vernon 10550.

Costello, Lisa Ann, et al. Filed Filed Sept. 26.

by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a Free, Adam K., et al. Filed by mortgage to secure $324,462 Webster Bank N.A. Action: affecting property located at seeks to foreclose on a mort61 Askins Place, New Rochelle gage to secure $328,000 af10801. Filed Sept. 26. fecting property located at 75 Eastwoods Road, Pound Ridge.

D’Alessio, Lisa B., et al. Filed Filed Sept. 24.

by U.S. Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to Freire, Luis F., et al. Filed by secure $650,000 affecting prop- U.S. Bank N.A. Action: seeks to erty located at 3 Evergreen Row, foreclose on a mortgage to seArmonk 10504. Filed Sept. 23. cure $472,000 affecting property located at 9 Buffington Place, Dempster, Everal P., et al. Filed Bronxville 10708. Filed Sept. 27.

by Ocean First Bank. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mort- Gaetano, Michael, et al. Filed gage to secure an unspecified by Deutsche Bank National amount affecting property lo- Trust Co. Action: seeks to forecated at 304 Sommerville Place, close on a mortgage to secure Yonkers 10703. Filed Sept. 27. $765,000 affecting property located at 5 Audrey Lane, White Erber, Gregory, et al. Filed by Plains 10605. Filed Sept. 27.

Sterling National Bank. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage Lojano, Jose, et al. Filed by U.S. to secure $650,000 affecting Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreproperty located at 18 Argyle close on a mortgage to secure Road, Scarsdale. Filed Sept. 24. $266,901 affecting property located at 212 Fremont St., PeekFalcone, Diane, et al. Filed by skill 10566. Filed Sept. 27.

E*Trade Bank. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to Maffei, Frederick J., et al. secure an unspecified amount Filed by JPMorgan Chase Bank affecting property located at N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose 12 Bryn Mawr Place, Yonkers on a mortgage to secure an 10701. Filed Sept. 27. unspecified amount affecting property located at 19 Arbor Falletta, Salvatore, et al. Filed Way, Unit 44, Peekskill 10566.

by U.S. Bank N.A. Action: seeks Filed Sept. 26. to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $650,000 affecting property located at 3 Oakmont Drive, Purchase 10577. Filed Sept. 24.

Marra, Michael L., et al. Filed

by Citibank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $500,000 affecting property located at 18 Mekeel St., Katonah 10536. Filed Sept. 25.

Mastromonaco, Ralph G., et al. Filed by The Bank of New York Mellon. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 24 Flanders Lane, Cortlandt Manor 10567. Filed Sept. 26.

Mejia, Jorge F., et al. Filed by U.S. Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $441,000 affecting property located at 6 Maple Place, Ossining 10562. Filed Sept. 24.

Mizrahi, Eliezer, et al. Filed

by TD Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $200,000 affecting property located at 213 Union Ave., Mount Vernon. Filed Sept. 26.

Nasti, Joseph A., et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $318,750 affecting property located at 55 Armourvilla Ave., Tuckahoe 10707.

Filed Sept. 25.

Pena, Altagracia, et al. Filed by Central Mortgage Co. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $237,299 affecting property located at 219 Buena Vista Ave., apt. 1F, Yonkers 10701. Filed Sept. 26.

Perez, Ramon, et al. Filed by HSBC Bank USA N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $436,000 affecting property located at 17 Fifth St., New Rochelle 10801. Filed Sept. 25.

Quiroz, Delmi A., et al. Filed

by U.S. Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $577,700 affecting property located at 35 Fairmont Ave., Yonkers 10701. Filed Sept. 26.

Reynolds, Nicoli N., et al.

Filed by Bank of America N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $175,595 affecting property located at 109 Rolling Way, Unit 15, Peekskill.

Filed Sept. 24.

Rourke, Kathleen P., et al.

Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $200,000 affecting property located at 20 Dimond Ave., Cortlandt Manor 10567. Filed Sept. 27.

Simonetti, Mario, et al. Filed

by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $403,548 affecting property located at 70 Washington St., West Harrison 10604. Filed Sept. 24.

St. Armand, Mireille, et al.

Filed by Continental Home Loans Inc. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 16 Hillcrest Ave., White Plains 10603. Filed Sept. 23.

The Harrison Funeral Home Inc., et al. Filed by A and J Produce Corp. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $500,000 affecting property located at 329 Halstead Ave., Harrison 10528. Filed Sept. 27.

Thomson, Kenneth F., et al.

Filed by Nationstar Mortgage L.L.C. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $416,832 affecting property located at 119 Hoover Road, Yonkers 10710. Filed Sept. 23.

Todd, Stanley L., et al. Filed

by Chase Home Finance L.L.C. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 34 S. 14th Ave., Mount Vernon 10550. Filed Sept. 23.

Mechanic’s Liens

Tolbert, Rose Wilson, et al.

Filed by Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $280,000 affecting property located at 316 Langdon Ave., Mount Vernon 10553.

Filed Sept. 24.

Alpha Security Solutions, 4 Beekman Ave., Croton-onHudson 10520, c/o Thomas M. 11-23 Saint Casimir Ave P., as Schulze. Filed Jan. 17. owner. $5,012 as claimed by P and M Quality Painting, White Plains. Property: in Yonkers. Atomic Landscaping, 801 Bay St., Peekskill 10566, c/o Tomasz Filed Feb. 11.

Gerka. Filed Jan. 18.

Endless Reflections, 220 Yon- The Massacre, 73 Broadway, kers Ave., No. 19E, Yonkers Ossining 10562, c/o Jason Salo.

10701, c/o Quanett Lashea Fos- Filed Jan. 17. ter. Filed Jan. 17.

Twelve-Note Music, 4 Martine IPrint123.com, 150 Westches- Ave., Unit 1107, White Plains ter Ave., Port Chester 10573, c/o 10606, c/o Yoshiharu KawakaSandra Ordonez. Filed Jan. 17. mi. Filed Jan. 17.

Tommarello, Marie, et al. Filed

by Eastern Savings Bank F.S.B. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $100,000 affecting property located at 40 Shepherds Drive, Scarsdale 10583. Filed Sept. 23.

Dellorusso, Jack, et al, as owner. $54,853 as claimed by Anthony DeVito L.L.C., Yorktown Heights. Property: in Somers.

Filed Feb. 11.

BMR Home Improvements, 17 Mountain View Road, Cortlandt Manor 10567, c/o Brian M. Roth. Filed Jan. 18.

Jo on the Go, 111 N. Kensico Ave., White Plains 10604, c/o Josephine M. Tiberio. Filed Jan. 17.

Vogue Nails in Croton-onHudson, 73 Benedict Blvd., Croton-on-Hudson 10520, c/o Sea Hui Lee. Filed Jan. 18.

C Beauty 4 Ashes, 200 Beacon Hill Drive, No. 10M, Dobbs Ferry 10522, c/o Celestina Fleurival. Filed Jan. 18.

Micah Kovacs Audio, 9 Alden Place, Apt. 3C, Bronxville 10708, c/o Micah Kovacs. Filed Jan. 18.

Zodiacanswers.com, 22 Anne Chambers Lane, Katonah 10536, c/o Gina Givone. Filed Jan. 17.

CMC Photography, 541 Pelham Road 5D, New Rochelle 10805, c/o Cristina M. Cerone.

Filed Jan. 17.

The Family Beauty Salon, 69 Croton Ave., Ossining 10562, c/o Nataly K. Jarro Quizhpe.

Filed Jan. 17.

Piniros, Fotios D., et al, as owner. $52,440 as claimed Trimmings, Sandra G., et al. by PG Kean L.L.C., Katonah.

Filed by U.S. Bank N.A. Action: Property: in Greenburgh. Filed seeks to foreclose on a mortgage Feb. 10. to secure $476,000 affecting property located at 360 Rich Ave., Mount Vernon 10552.

New Businesses Filed Sept. 24.

This paper is not responsible for Wilson, Maria, et al. Filed by typographical errors contained Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: in the original filings. seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $335,000 affecting property located at 617 S. Ninth Ave., Mount Vernon 10550. Partnerships Filed Sept. 27.

Kayra Kulttuuri, 501 Old KenWoldemariam, Gebru, et al. sico Road, Apt. 2L, White Plains Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. 10603, c/o Honesty WatersAction: seeks to foreclose on a Spady and Cha’Tiana Benbow. mortgage to secure an unspeci- Filed Jan. 18. fied amount affecting property located at 151 Forster Ave., Mount Vernon 10552. Filed Sole Proprietorships Sept. 26.

Wright, George D., et al. Filed by 650 Brooklyn L.L.C. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $327,000 affecting property located at 146-148 S. Fourth Ave., Mount Vernon.

Filed Sept. 24.

Zeh, Coreen, et al. Filed by Citimortgage Inc. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $289,000 affecting property located at 131 Kimball Terrace, Yonkers 10704. Filed Sept. 27.

2112 Limo, 296 Adams St., Bedford Hills 10507, c/o Merrill Hay. Filed Jan. 17.

3 Brothers Thrift Store, 52 Lawrence St., Yonkers 10705, c/o Jose Pimentel. Filed Jan. 17.

ABJ Fine Foods and Supplies, 220 Pelham Road, Suite 1E, New Rochelle 10805, c/o William A. Bolanos. Filed Jan. 17.

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FACTS&FIGURES Patents Incremental web container growth to control startup request flooding. Patent no. 8,656,402 issued to Kyle Gene Brown, Apex, N.C.; and Stacy Renee Joines, Raleigh, N.C. Assigned to International Business Machines Corp., Armonk.

Negotiation management in data processing systems.

Patent no. 8,656,403 issued to Bo An, Amherst, Mass.; Frederick Douglis, Basking Ridge, N.J.; Bradley William Fawcett, Byron, Minn.; Anton V. Riabov, Ossining; and Fan Ye, Yorktown Heights. Assigned to International Business Machines Corp., Armonk.

Methods and apparatus for dynamic user authentication using customizable contextdependent interaction across multiple verification objects.

Patent no. 8,656,469 issued to Ganesh N. Ramaswamy, Ossining; Ran Zilca, Briarcliff Manor; Oleg Alecksandrovich, Elmsford. Assigned to International Business Machines Corp., Armonk.

Performance optimization based on threshold performance measure by resuming suspended threads if present or by creating threads within elastic and data parallel operators. Patent no. 8,656,396 issued to Henrique Andrade, Hawthorne; Bugra Gedik, Hawthorne; Scott A. Schneider, Hawthorne; and Kun-Lung Wu, Hawthorne. Assigned to International Business Machines Corp., Armonk.

Providing notification of spam avatars. Patent no.

8,656,476 issued to Christopher J. Dawson, Bethesda, Md.; Rick A. Hamilton, II, Richmond, Va.; Brian M. O’Connell, Research Triangle Park, N.C.; Clifford A. Pickover, Yorktown Heights; and Keith R. Walker, Austin, Texas. Assigned to International Business Machines Corp., Armonk.

Pipeline across isolated computing environments. Patent no. 8,656,412 issued to Vivek Kashyap, Beaverton, Ore. Assigned to International Business Machines Corp., Armonk.

Providing policy-based application services to an application running on a computing system. Patent no.

8,656,448 issued to Charles J. Archer, Rochester, Minn.; Michael A. Blocksome, Rochester, Minn.; Joseph D. Ratterman, Rochester, Minn.; Albert Sidelnik, Saint Paul, Minn.; and Brian E. Smith, Rochester, Minn.

Assigned to International Business Machines Corp., Armonk.

Pulling heavy tasks and pushing light tasks across multiple processor units of differing capacity. Patent no. 8,656,405 issued to Nathan D. Fontenot, Cedar Park, Texas; Jacob L. Moilanen, Austin, Texas; Joel H. Schopp, Austin, Texas; and Michael T. Strosaker, Austin, Texas. Assigned to International Business Machines Corp., Armonk.

Runtime analysis and control method of folding indentified threads by assuming context of another thread and executing in lieu of another thread using thread-folding tools. Patent no. 8,656,399 issued to Kirk J. Krauss, Los Gatos, Calif. Assigned to International Business Machines Corp., Armonk.

System and method for initiating the execution of a process. Patent no. 8,656,391 issued to Scott H. Prager, Stratham, N.H.; Martin T. Moore, Somerville, Mass.; and Charles R. Hill, Belmont, Mass. Assigned to International Business Machines Corp., Armonk.

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FACTS& FIGURES on the record Hudson Valley Deeds Above $1 million DRA Fidelco New Windsor L.L.C., Cedar Knolls, N.J. Seller: Atlantic Marine Corps Communities L.L.C. Property: in New Windsor. Amount: $2.6 million.

Filed Feb. 14.

Below $1 million Bean Enterprises L.L.C. Seller: PHH Mortgage Corp., Mount Laurel, N.J. Property: 14 Murray Road, Greenwood Lake 10925.

Amount: $130,500. Filed Feb. 14.

C.C.E.C. Inc., Glen Head. Seller: Anthony Cappannelli, Poughkeepsie. Property: in Hyde Park.

Amount: $215,000. Filed Feb. 10.

Coppersea Distilling L.L.C., Berkley, Calif. Seller: Dawn M. Mahoney, New Paltz. Property: in New Paltz. Amount: $750,000.

Filed Feb. 14.

Grove Point Ventures L.L.C., Pleasant Valley. Seller: Klaus GreiJudgments nacher, Poughkeepsie. Property: 215 West Road, Pleasant Valley.

Amount: $525,000. Filed Feb. 13. 2F Construction Inc., Newburgh. $1,052 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor Hudson Venture Capital L.L.C., and the Department of Taxation Westbury. Seller: Sherbanu Jaffer, and Finance, Albany. Filed Jan. 23.

Westbury. Property: 33 Townsend Road, East Fishkill. Amount: 50 Broadway Grocery Inc., $222,500. Filed Feb. 11.

Highland Falls. $54,000 in favor of the Workers’ Compensation Hudson Venture Capital L.L.C., Board of the State of New York, Westbury. Seller: Tristar Realty Albany. Filed Jan. 21.

Corp of Queens, Westbury. Property: Manor Drive E., LaGrangeville. Amount: $85,000. Filed Affordable Painting Plus, New Hampton. $235 in favor of the Feb. 11.

New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany.

JKM Associates L.P., Pough- Filed Jan. 22. keepsie. Seller: William Freer, Highland. Property: 30 James St., Poughkeepsie. Amount: $88,000. All in the Family Childcare Inc., Montgomery. $1,582 in faFiled Feb. 10. vor of the New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Ledgerock Extension L.L.C., Insurance Division, Albany. Filed Hyde Park. Seller: Jay S. Can- Jan. 27. tor, Wappiners Falls. Property: in Hyde Park. Amount: $40,000.

Anna’s Restaurant and PizFiled Feb. 10. zeria Inc., Montgomery. $1,958 in favor of the New York State North River Patents L.L.C., Department of Taxation and FiPeekskill. Seller: Vecchiarello nance, Albany. Filed Jan. 22.

Inc., Glen Ridge, N.J. Property: in Marlborough. Amount: Beauty Club Development $250,000. Filed Feb. 10.

Corp., Middletown. $265 in favor of the New York State DepartOzon L.L.C., Red Hook. Seller: ment of Labor Unemployment Ruth Humphrey, Naples, Fla. Insurance Division, Albany. Filed Property: in Red Hook. Amount: Jan. 27. $236,000. Filed Feb. 11.

Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. Seller: James Pawliczek, Florida. Property: 1003 Parr Meadow Drive, 10 C, Newburgh 12550.

Amount: $234,468. Filed Feb. 14. PennyMac Loan Trust 2011NPL1, Moorpark, Calif. Seller: Douglas Michael Jones, Goshen.

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Property: 42 Deer Trail South, Corp. Seller: Michael Catania, Greenwood Lake. Amount: Newburgh. Property: 447 Third $199,000. Filed Feb. 14.

St., Newburgh 12550. Amount: $202,244. Filed Feb. 14.

Philomena Realty Corp., New York City. Seller: Janice P. Items appearing in the Westchester Healey, Bethlehem, Pa. PropCounty Business Journal’s On The Re- erty: in Poughkeepsie. Amount: cord section are compiled from various $375,000. Filed Feb. 10. 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.

Questions and comments regarding this section should be directed to: Bob Rozycki c/o Westfair Communications Inc. 3 Westchester Park Drive, Suite G7 White Plains, N.Y. 10604-3407 Phone: 694-3600 • Fax: 694-3680

Scotchtown Avenue L.L.C., Goshen. Seller: J.V.R. L.L.C., Campbell Hall. Property: in Goshen. Amount: $500,000. Filed Feb. 11.

Weichert Workforce Mobility Inc., Morris Plains, N.J. Seller: King D. Eng, et al, LaGrangeville. Property: 129 Stringham Road No. 21, LaGrange 12540.

Amount: $200,000. Filed Feb. 10.

Consolidated Media Interconnect Construction Group Inc., Newburgh. $82,000 in favor of the Workers’ Compensation Board of the State of New York, Albany. Filed Jan. 21.

Consorti Brothers Paving and Sealcoating Inc., d.b.a. Sealcoat Plus, Newburgh. $354 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, Albany. Filed Jan. 27.

Craig’s Golf Shop Inc., Walden. $1,252 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed Jan. 27.

D and G Painting and Decorating Inc., Montgomery. $1,037 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor and the Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed Jan. 23.

Domax Realty Corp., Warwick. $1,052 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor and the Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed Jan. 23.

Driving Excellence Auto School Inc., Port Jervis. $294 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany.

Filed Jan. 27.

Dunn Right Property Management L.L.C., Middletown. $38,000 in favor of the Workers’ Compensation Board of the State Benjamin and Sons Landscap- of New York, Albany. Filed Jan. 21. ing, Highland. $18,133 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Dutchess County Iron Works Inc., Walden. $514 in favor of the Filed Feb. 14.

New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Candle Dungeon L.L.C., Mid- Division, Albany. Filed Jan. 27. dletown. $1,283 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. ECL Solutions Inc., New Windsor. $86,000 in favor of the WorkFiled Jan. 27. ers’ Compensation Board of the State of New York, Albany. Filed Clothesline L.L.C., Chester. $424 Jan. 21. in favor of the New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, Albany. Edigital Inc., Chichester. $156 in favor of the New York State Filed Jan. 27.

Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed Feb. 14.

Community Initiative Service, Middletown. $80,000 in favor of the Workers’ Compensation Elite Mechanical Corp., KingsBoard of the State of New York, ton. $312 in favor of the New York State Department of TaxaAlbany. Filed Jan. 21. tion and Finance, Albany. Filed Feb. 14.

Fiesta New Mexico Restaurant Inc., Monroe. $1,434 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, Albany. Filed Jan. 27.

Jethall L.L.C., d.b.a. Steak and Stein L.L.C., New Windsor. $7,674 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed Jan. 22.

Goshen Area Day Care Centers Inc., Warwick. $1,046 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor and the Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany.

Filed Jan. 23.

Jmaxwell L.L.C., d.b.a. 3 Corners Café, Monroe. $623 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed Jan. 22.

Goshen Express Inc., Montgomery. $351 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, Albany. Filed Jan. 27.

JMLJ Inc., Monroe. $24,731 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed Jan. 22.

Joscon Inc., Newburgh. $1,037 in favor of the New York State Hansen Custom Homes Inc., Department of Labor and the Port Jervis. $241 in favor of the Department of Taxation and FiNew York State Department of nance, Albany. Filed Jan. 23.

Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, Albany. Filed Jan. 27.

Juelmin Enterprises Inc., d.b.a.

Prima’s Deli and Pizza, MontHi-Quality Painting, Kings- gomery. $3,704 in favor of the ton. $5,643 in favor of the New New York State Department of York State Department of Taxa- Taxation and Finance, Albany. tion and Finance, Albany. Filed Filed Jan. 27.

Feb. 14.

Kng Construction Company Ivy League Day Care Center Inc., Warwick. $227 in favor of Inc., d.b.a. Ivy League Pre- the New York State Department school, New Windsor. $221 in fa- of Labor Unemployment Invor of the New York State Depart- surance Division, Albany. Filed ment of Labor Unemployment Jan. 27.

Insurance Division, Albany. Filed Jan. 27.

Local Hardware Corp., Accord. $128 in favor of the New J.M. Originals Inc., Ellenville. York State Department of Taxa$309 in favor of the New York tion and Finance, Albany. Filed State Department of Taxation Feb. 14. and Finance, Albany. Filed Feb. 14.

Luhal L.L.C., Marlboro. $2,581 in favor of the New York State Jackson Hole Landscape Corp., Department of Taxation and FiMonroe. $206 in favor of the New nance, Albany. Filed Jan. 22.

York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed Lynchs General Construction Jan. 27.

L.L.C., Middletown. $1,046 in favor of the New York State DepartJat Contracting Corp., d.b.a. Jat ment of Labor and the DepartConsulting Services, Highland ment of Taxation and Finance, Falls. $209 in favor of the New Albany. Filed Jan. 23.

York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Divi- M and M Concessions, New sion, Albany. Filed Jan. 27.

Windsor. $1,881 in favor of the New York State Department of Jenny’s Petite Cuisine L.L.C., Taxation and Finance, Albany.

Warwick. $1,150 in favor of the Filed Jan. 22.

New York State Department of Labor and the Department of Mario’s Pizza, Saugerties.

Taxation and Finance, Albany. $192,097 in favor of the New Filed Jan. 23.

York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed Feb. 14.

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NEWSMAKERS plus awards and events RIELLY NAMED REGIONAL VP OF NYSAR RICK RIELLY of Rhinebeck took the oath of office Feb. 10 as the 2014 Lower Hudson Region vice president of the NEW YORK STATE ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS (NYSAR) during the association’s inauguration ceremony at The Desmond Hotel and Conference Center in Albany.

Rielly, a Realtor for 17 years, is an associate broker with Fraleigh & Rakow Realty L.L.C. in Rhinebeck. He is a former two-term president of the Columbia Greene Board of Realtors and was named the board’s 2006 Realtor of the Year.

On the state level, Rielly is a 2011 graduate of the NYSAR Leadership Academy. In addition to the NYSAR board of directors, he has served on or chaired numerous committees and working groups, including housing opportunities; communications and public relations; MLS issues and policies; and the legislative policy and local board education forums. Rielly was also a member of NYSAR’s Realtor Honor Society from 2007-2011.

Rielly, is also active on the national level,

serving on committees, including MLS issues and policies and state and local issues. He has previously served as a National Association of Realtors director.

ARELLANO JOINS ULSTER SAVINGS UNIT MARIA G. ARELLANO, an insurance account executive, has joined Ulster Insurance Services Inc., a subsidiary of ULSTER SAVINGS BANK. Arellano will maintain an office at the bank’s 2201 Route 44/55 Gardiner branch location.

A Fishkill resident and industry professional with eight years of insurance experience, Arellano will offer Ulster Insurance Services’ many personal, commercial and life insurance products and services to individuals and businesses throughout the MidHudson Valley. With her fluency in several languages, she will be especially helpful in meeting the needs of multilingual customers.

She holds an MBA degree from Marist College and is an active Marist alumna.

Along with participation in multiple area chambers of commerce, Arellano participates in church events and local Girl Scouts troop activities in her community.

NEW PRESIDENT OF NYSAR HEALTH SYSTEM PROMOTES TWO

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THE GREATER HUDSON VALLEY HEALTH SYSTEM (GHVHS), composed of Catskill Regional Medical Center and Orange Regional Medical Center, has made new appointments to its executive staff.

MIGUEL RODRIGUES was appointed to director of security, safety and emergency management. He has more than 16 years of experience in security and was a crisis management instructor for New York state. Rodrigues has an associate’s degree in criminal justice and political science from Orange County Community College. He is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in emergency management from Empire State College.

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JEAN-PAUL VALLET has been promoted to director of strategic planning and business development. He has been with Orange Regional Medical Center nearly eight years and assumed overall responsibility for management of the certificate of need process and played a key role in the development of strategic planning and business development initiatives. He will oversee business development and expansions throughout the system, including the creation of the GHVHS physician practices. He earned a bachelor’s degree in history from St. Bonaventure University and a master’s degree in international relations from the School of International Service at American University.

JP ENDRES of White Plains took the oath of office Monday, Feb. 10, as the 2014 president of the NEW YORK STATE ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS. The association’s inauguration ceremony was held in conjunction with its business meetings at The Desmond Hotel and Conference Center in Albany. She will serve a one-year term as president.

A Realtor for 19 years, Endres is a licensed broker and office manager with Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty, recently moving from the company’s White Plains office to its New City location. She is a past president of the Westchester County Board of Realtors, now the Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors, where she also served on and chaired numerous committees. She was recognized as the local board’s Realtor of the Year in 2004 and named the state association’s Realtor of the Year in 2010.

At the national level, Endres has served as a National Association of Realtors director and as a member of the Professional Standards Committee. She currently serves on

the Multiple Listing Issues and Policies Committee.

NYSAR represents more than 47,000 New York state real estate professionals.

REALTOR OF THE YEAR DAWNE SALAMONE, associate broker with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Hudson Valley Properties (formally Prudential Serls Prime Properties) was selected as the Dutchess County Association of Realtors (DCAR) Realtor of the Year 2013.

Dessie Henion, last year’s Realtor of the Year, announced the 2013 winner at the DCAR Officers and Directors Installation at the Grandview in Poughkeepsie.

A committee, mainly consisting of past winners, select the awardee using criteria, which include ethical standard, representing the Realtor brand in a positive light, whether

they are engaging and serve the community, participate in local, state and national Realtor association activities and are successful in business.

Providing real estate service since 1988, Salamone has established herself as a top professional giving back to the community as a CCD teacher at St. Mary’s Church in Fishkill, volunteering with Dutchess Outreach Lunch Box program, food and coat drive and the Make A Wish foundation. She has served as the 2013 Women’s Council of Realtors, Dutchess Chapter president and as a director of DCAR.

ACCOUNTANT RETIRES AFTER 42 YEARS

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Yale neuroscientist Judson Brewer will speak Monday, Feb. 24, at 5:30 p.m. in the Sanders Classroom Spitzer Auditorium (Room 212), Vassar College, 124 Raymond St., Poughkeepsie, on “Why is it So Hard to Pay Attention, or is it? Neuroscience, Consciousness and the Practice of Mindfulness.” Brewer is the medical director of the Yale Neuroscience Clinic. He works at the forefront of neuro-and cognitive scientific research that has been mapping the effects of mindfulness and meditation practice in the human brain. He is currently exploring the ability of neuralnetwork processing to relieve addictive behaviors and patterns. This event is sponsored by the Carolyn Endowment and is free and open to the public.

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27 JUDELSON, GIORDANO & SIEGEL CPA, an accounting firm based in Middletown, announced that partner and shareholder BILL SIEGEL retired effective Jan. 1.

Siegel’s retirement comes after 42 years with the firm. He built a reputation throughout the region for his deep knowledge of tax accounting and management, particularly in the areas of corporate and individual income taxation, business acquisitions and divestitures, business succession planning, litigation support and management consulting.

“On behalf of everyone at Judelson, Giordano & Siegel, I would like to sincerely thank Bill for all the great work he has accomplished both with the firm and in the community,” said Frank Giordano Jr., the firm’s managing partner until this past December and who worked with Siegel for the 42 years. “He has been a mainstay at our firm for decades and has been a driving force in helping us to build one of the region’s most respected accounting firms. Our entire team will miss his leadership and guidance. We wish him the very best as he enjoys his retirement after a long and successful career.”

Siegel received his bachelor’s degree from Baruch College and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants.

“It has been an honor to work with individuals, businesses and organizations across this great region for more than four decades,” Siegel said. “I will miss working with my loyal clients and outstanding colleagues here at the firm. However, I look forward to spending time with my family and enjoying more free time. I would like to thank everyone who has supported both me and this exceptional firm over the years.”

Landmark Inn chef and owner Michael DiMartino with Warwick Valley Chamber of Commerce Program Committee Chair Janine Dethmers and Executive Director Michael Johndrow.

LANDMARK INN TO HOST WINTER SOCIAL FOR WARWICK VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Thursday, Feb. 27 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 526 Route 94 North in Warwick. Be sure to have business cards on hand while you mix and mingle with business professionals inside a 236-year-old casual country inn, owned by chef Michael DiMartino, surrounded by woodlands. Enjoy appetizers, cocktails (cash bar) and fellowship.

General admission is $20, members $10. For more information or to make a reservation, call the chamber at (845) 986-2720 or e-mail info@warwickcc.org.

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FACTS&FIGURES Master Tech Transmission Inc., Walden. $262 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed Jan. 22.

P and P Diving Inc., Rosendale. $2,781 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed Feb. 14.

New Windsor Continental Farm L.L.C., New Windsor. $208 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, Albany.

Filed Jan. 27.

Salcal Enterprises L.L.C., d.b.a.

Calabretta Painting and Restoration, Middletown. $988 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor UnemployParty City Corp., d.b.a. Party ment Insurance Division, Albany.

City of Middletown Store no. Filed Jan. 27.

504, East Middletown. $81,321 in favor of the New York State De- Sammy’s Tobacco Plus, Newpartment of Labor Unemploy- burgh. $1,219 in favor of the New ment Insurance Division, Albany. York State Department of TaxaFiled Jan. 27. tion and Finance, Albany. Filed Jan. 22.

Paveco Inc., New Windsor. $234 in favor of the New York State De- Sans Pointe Inc., New Windsor. partment of Labor Unemploy- $1,982 in favor of the New York ment Insurance Division, Albany. State Department of Labor UnFiled Jan. 27. employment Insurance Division, Albany. Filed Jan. 27.

Print E-Z USA Inc., Monroe. $646 in favor of the New York Sign Here Sign Company Inc., State Department of Labor Un- Port Jervis. $672 in favor of the employment Insurance Division, New York State Department of Albany. Filed Jan. 27.

Taxation and Finance, Albany.

Filed Jan. 22.

Randazzo’s Italian Restaurant L.L.C., New Windsor. $8,036 Staci’s, Saugerties. $1,324 in fain favor of the New York State vor of the New York State DepartDepartment of Taxation and Fi- ment of Taxation and Finance, nance, Albany. Filed Jan. 27.

Albany. Filed Feb. 14.

Newburgh Community Action Committee Inc., Newburgh. $249 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, Albany. Filed Jan. 27.

Rebel Regime Network/FGAM/ IMFC L.L.C., New Windsor. $267 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, Albany.

Filed Jan. 27.

Sunshine Shack Inc., d.b.a.

Sunshine Studios, Middletown. $313 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, Albany. Filed Jan. 27.

Nich Construction Inc., Cornwall-on-Hudson. $2,249 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, Albany. Filed Jan. 27.

RIJ Pharmaceutical Corp., Middletown. $264 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, Albany. Filed Jan. 27.

Teen Party USA Inc., Middletown. $711 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, Albany. Filed Jan. 27.

Rock City Music Corp., Woodstock. $347 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed Feb. 14.

Tex Mex Grill Diner Inc., Middletown. $1,037 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor and the Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany.

Filed Jan. 23.

Mastertek Auto and Truck Repair Inc., Monroe. $1,052 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor and the Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed Jan. 23.

Metropolitan Realty Inc., Monroe. $472 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed Jan. 22.

Middletown Used Auto Parts and Tires Inc., Middletown. $100 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed Jan. 22.

NJDFS Corp., d.b.a. Johnny’s D’s Diner, New Windsor. $266 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, Albany.

Filed Jan. 27.

RR Tree Service, Port Jervis. $737 in favor of the New York The Bagel Shop and Deli, MidNocturnal Sleep Diagnostics State Department of Taxation dletown. $1,182 in favor of the L.L.C., Monroe. $1,510 in favor and Finance, Albany. Filed Jan. 27. New York State Department of of the New York State DepartLabor Unemployment Insurance ment of Labor Unemployment Rutgers Pressure Forming Division, Albany. Filed Jan. 27.

Insurance Division, Albany. Filed Company Inc., Newburgh. $275 Jan. 27. in favor of the New York State De- The Future Home Technology partment of Labor Unemploy- Inc., Port Jervis. $729 in favor of NW Rest 330 L.L.C., New Wind- ment Insurance Division, Albany. the New York State Department of sor. $230 in favor of the New York Filed Jan. 27.

Labor Unemployment Insurance State Department of Labor UnDivision, Albany. Filed Jan. 27. employment Insurance Division, S.L. Builders Inc., Middletown.

Albany. Filed Jan. 27. $1,457 in favor of the New York The Westtown Company Inc., State Department of Taxation Westtown. $1,300 in favor of the OTM Consulting Inc., Washing- and Finance, Albany. Filed Jan. 27. the New York State Department of tonville. $721 in favor of the New Labor Unemployment Insurance York State Department of Taxa- Sai Gon Inc., Chester. $14,377 Division, Albany. Filed Jan. 27. tion and Finance, Albany. Filed in favor of the New York State Jan. 22.

Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed Jan. 22.

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Tillson Corp., Newburgh. $563 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed Jan. 22.

Baker, Lauren, et al. Filed by Nationstar Mortgage L.L.C. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $124,000 affecting property located at 15-2 Huguenot St., Tom Lennon Associates Inc., New Paltz 12561. Filed Feb. 11.

Warwick. $24,000 in favor of the Workers’ Compensation Board Barnett, Dennis, et al. Filed by of the State of New York, Albany. JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. AcFiled Jan. 21. tion: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $388,000 affecting Ultimate Landscaping, Chester. property located at 124 Moffat $3,955 in favor of the New York Road, Washingtonville 10992.

State Department of Taxation Filed Oct. 2. and Finance, Albany. Filed Jan. 22.

Benasillo, James, et al. Filed by Unique Lawn Care Inc., New JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. AcWindsor. $1,037 in favor of the tion: seeks to foreclose on a mortNew York State Department of gage to secure an unspecified Labor and the Department of amount affecting property loTaxation and Finance, Albany. cated at 151 Bellvale Lakes Road, Warwick 10990. Filed Oct. 1.

Filed Jan. 23.

Cervantes, J. Carlos, et al. Filed

by M&T Bank. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $172,175 affecting property located at 46 Wilkin St., Newburgh 12550. Filed Oct. 2.

Chambers, Anna, et al. Filed by Citimortgage Inc. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $204,000 affecting property located at 45 Concord St., Newburgh 12550. Filed Oct. 1.

Charles-Burke, Shirmeen C., et al. Filed by M&T Bank. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $189,418 affecting property located at 3-5 Crescent Place, Middletown 10940. Filed Sept. 26.

Cowan, John, et al. Filed by JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $188,000 affecting property located at 6381 Route 28, Phoenicia 12464. Filed Feb. 12.

Biasi, Michael W., et al. Filed

by JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $90,000 affecting property located at 283 ½ E. Main St., Middletown 10940. Curley, Anthony P., et al. Filed Village Animal Clinic, New Paltz. Filed Sept. 25.

by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: $949 in favor of the New York State seeks to foreclose on a mortgage Department of Taxation and FiBiavati, Mark D., et al. Filed to secure an unspecified amount nance, Albany. Filed Feb. 14.

by JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. affecting property located at 9 Action: seeks to foreclose on a Ryan Place, Kerhonkson 12446.

Village Ford of Pine Bush NY mortgage to secure $227,000 af- Filed Feb. 14.

Inc., Pine Bush. $1,345 in favor of fecting property located at 42 the New York State Department of Kosuga Lane, Pine Island 10969.

Dahl, Martha, et al. Filed by Labor Unemployment Insurance Filed Sept. 25.

Citimortgage Inc. Action: seeks Division, Albany. Filed Jan. 27. to foreclose on a mortgage to seBorchsenius, Edward J., et al. cure $143,920 affecting property VSA Inc., Monroe. $108 in favor Filed by HSBC Bank USA N.A. located at 51 Wintergreen Ave., of the New York State Depart- Action: seeks to foreclose on a Newburgh 12550. Filed Sept. 24. ment of Taxation and Finance, mortgage to secure $128,000 afAlbany. Filed Jan. 22. fecting property located at 85 Danischewski, Glen E., et al.

Sunnybrook Circle, Highland Filed by Citimortgage Inc. Action: Winslow Therapeutic Riding 12528. Filed Feb. 12. seeks to foreclose on a mortgage Unlimited Inc., Warwick. $320 to secure an unspecified amount in favor of the New York State De- Brown, David E., et al. Filed by affecting property located at 700 partment of Labor Unemploy- PennyMac Corp. Action: seeks to River Road, Montgomery 12549. ment Insurance Division, Albany. foreclose on a mortgage to secure Filed Oct. 1.

Filed Jan. 27. $227,754 affecting property located at 50 Vermont Drive, New- David, Sonie, et al. Filed by EvZuto’s Pizza and Plus Inc., Mid- burgh. Filed Sept. 26. erBank. Action: seeks to foreclose dletown. $27 in favor of the New on a mortgage to secure $246,743 York State Department of Taxa- Bullock, Michael, et al. Filed by affecting property located at 101 tion and Finance, Albany. Filed Green Tree Servicing L.L.C. Ac- Creamery Drive, New Windsor Jan. 27. tion: seeks to foreclose on a mort- 12553. Filed Oct. 3. gage to secure $242,000 affecting property located at 9 Holly Ave., Davide, Charles E., et al. Filed Florida 10921. Filed Sept. 25.

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by M&T Bank. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to seThe following filings indicated a Cephus, Jennifer, et al. Filed by cure $136,000 affecting property legal action has been initiated, the Nationstar Mortgage L.L.C. Ac- located at 5 Mountainview Ave., outcome of which may affect the tion: seeks to foreclose on a mort- Saugerties 12477. Filed Feb. 10. title to the property listed. gage to secure $324,022 affecting property located at 12 Waverley Davis, Letricia M., et al. Filed by Allen, Lou Ann, et al. Filed by The Court, Highland Mills 10930. FV-1 Inc. Action: seeks to foreBank of New York Mellon. Action: Filed Oct. 2. close on a mortgage to secure seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to $402,357 affecting property losecure $84,100 affecting property cated at 4 Bainbridge Place, Unit located at 1 Norton St., Newburgh 1006, Newburgh 12550. Filed 12550. Filed Sept. 25.

Oct. 3.

Valarie’s Hair Salon Inc., Port Jervis. $279 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed Jan. 27.

Davis, Sally, et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $177,625 affecting property located at 16 Rider Road, Walden 12586. Filed Sept. 26.

Fagan, Timothy T., et al. Filed

by JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 30 Salvatore Drive, Esopus 12411. Filed Feb. 14.

De Tellez, Nohemi Cid, et al.

Filed by Goshen Mortgage L.L.C. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 64 Mount Orange Road, Slate Hill. Filed Sept. 30.

Felici, Linda A., et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $173,661 affecting property located at 2 Windsor Road, Monroe 10950. Filed Sept. 30.

Defazio, Rosario, et al. Filed by Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $294,830 affecting property located at 545 Newport Bridge Road, Pine Island 10969. Filed Sept. 24.

Flamm, Florentina, et al. Filed

by JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 12 Twins Ponds Drive, Kingston 12401. Filed Feb. 12.

Donohue, Gregg, et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $241,960 affecting property located at 67 Frank Court, Unit 67, Monroe 10950. Filed Oct. 2.

Foster, Ruth, et al. Filed by BAC Home Loans Servicing L.P. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $576,000 affecting property located at 16 Benedict Drive, Warwick 10990. Filed Sept. 26.

Douglas, Bohdan, et al. Filed

by Bank of America N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $165,000 affecting property located at 7 Sidney St., Kerhonkson 14609. Filed Feb. 11.

Fox, Cynthia A., et al. Filed by PennyMac Corp. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 283 Canal St., Ellenville 12428. Filed Feb. 14.

Ellerbe, Stephen, et al. Filed by U.S. Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $489,250 affecting property located at 32 Merritt Lane, Newburgh 12550. Filed Sept. 30.

Fung, Andrea, et al. Filed by Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $144,000 affecting property located at 162 N. Miller St., Newburgh 12550. Filed Sept. 27.

Enea, Peter, et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $195,000 affecting property located at 16 N. Main St., Harriman 10926. Filed Sept. 27.

G.G. and K.E. Realty Corp., et al. Filed by Dyer Trust 2012-1.

Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $1.4 million affecting property located in Newburgh. Filed Oct. 1.

Espinosa, Wilson, et al. Filed by Bank of America N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $272,700 affecting property located at 574 Route 17M, Middletown. Filed Sept. 25.

Gedzelman, Richard, et al. Filed

by Ocwen Loan Servicing L.L.C. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $211,095 affecting property located at 3 Glendale Road, Greenwood Lake 10925. Filed Sept. 25.

Evans, Terry L., et al. Filed by Bank of America N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 2434 Route 208, Walden 12586. Filed Oct. 2.

Gerace, Jacqueline A., et al. Filed

by JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 32 Summer Set Drive, Montgomery 12549. Filed Sept. 30.

Gerbasi, Elena, as executrix to the estate of Christina Gerbasi, et al. Filed by Nationstar Mortgage L.L.C. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $192,000 affecting property located at 166 Ledge Road, Kingston 12401.

Filed Feb. 12.

Gonzalez, Nelson R., et al. Filed

by Citimortgage Inc. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $92,000 affecting property located at 62 Linden Ave., Middletown. Filed Sept. 25.

Greco, Kevin R., et al. Filed by Chase Home Finance L.L.C. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 31 Schueler Road, Chester 10918. Filed Sept. 26.

Hallstead, Lawrence, et al. Filed

by Isidor Landau. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 1000 Route 213, Ulster. Filed Feb. 10.

Hennessey, Robert J., et al. Filed

by PNC Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $186,400 affecting property located at 32 Saint John St., Goshen 10924. Filed Sept. 30.

Iaco, Keith, et al. Filed by Nationstar Mortgage L.L.C. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $114,000 affecting property located at 20 Pierces Road, Unit 24, Newburgh. Filed Sept. 25.

Kane, Tammy, et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $249,960 affecting property located at 258 Long Lane, Crawford 12721. Filed Sept. 26.

Knoth, Mariann, et al. Filed

by Green Tree Servicing L.L.C. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $200,500 affecting property located at 101 Old Route 299, New Paltz 12561.

Filed Feb. 11.

Lemin, Ray, et al. Filed by JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $193,000 affecting property located at 133 S. Montgomery St., Walden 12586. Filed Oct. 3.

Liyari, Ramin, et al. Filed by U.S. Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $490,000 affecting property located at 65 Forest Hill Road, Fort Montgomery 10922. Filed Sept. 30.

McGrane, James A. Jr., individually and as heir and distributee of the estate of Marcia Sherwood, et al. Filed by Central Mortgage Co. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $196,700 affecting property located at 25 Brewer Road, Newburgh 12550.

Logiuduce, Vincent J. II, et al. Filed Sept. 25.

Filed by JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose McKay, Patricia, et al. Filed by on a mortgage to secure $205,447 PNC Bank N.A. Action: seeks to affecting property located at 45 foreclose on a mortgage to seE. Sunset Drive, Walden 12586. cure $83,640 affecting property Filed Sept. 27. located at 114 Valley View Drive, Newburgh 12550. Filed Sept. 25.

Long, Brendan, et al. Filed by U.S. Bank N.A. Action: seeks to Meinecke, Lawrence V., as adforeclose on a mortgage to secure ministrator of the estate of Walter $159,000 affecting property locat- Meinecke, et al. Filed by Simsons ed at 9 Fair Oaks Road, Middle- Ltd. Action: seeks to foreclose on town 10940. Filed Oct. 1. a mortgage to secure $65,000 affecting property located in HighMaio, Robert J. II, et al. Filed by lands. Filed Sept. 27.

HSBC Bank USA N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage Milano, Robert, et al. Filed by to secure $140,000 affecting Bank of America N.A. Action: property located at 12 Washing- seeks to foreclose on a mortton Ave., Kingston 12401. Filed gage to secure $236,000 affecting Feb. 14. property located at 68 Ulster Ave., Walden 12586. Filed Sept. 30.

Mancino, Maria, et al. Filed

by JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. Mizerak, Laura A., et al. Filed Action: seeks to foreclose on a by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Acmortgage to secure $341,000 tion: seeks to foreclose on a mortaffecting property located at 6 gage to secure $637,500 affecting Salisbury Lane, Warwick 10990. property located at 147 Bristol Filed Oct. 3.

Hill Road, Glenford 12433. Filed Feb. 14.

Mancuso, Nicholas, et al. Filed

by Green Tree Servicing L.L.C. Muscarella, Vincent N. Jr., et al.

Action: seeks to foreclose on a Filed by Bank of America N.A. mortgage to secure $108,000 af- Action: seeks to foreclose on a fecting property located at 96 mortgage to secure $68,495 afGreen St., Kingston. Filed Feb. 11. fecting property located at 24 Walker St., Otisville 10963. Filed Mann, Emil, et al. Filed by BAC Sept. 30.

Home Loans Servicing L.P. Action: seeks to foreclose on a Nelson, Robbin, et al. Filed by mortgage to secure an unspeci- Bank of America N.A. Action: fied amount affecting property seeks to foreclose on a mortgage located at 7 Revere Road, Monroe to secure an unspecified amount 10950. Filed Sept. 24. affecting property located at 40 Academy Ave., Middletown Martin, Paul, et al. Filed by Na- 10940. Filed Oct. 3. tionstar Mortgage L.L.C. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage O’Boy, Philip J., et al. Filed to secure $260,200 affecting prop- by Nationstar Mortgage L.L.C. erty located at 85 Sunset Trail, Action: seeks to foreclose on a Pine Bush 12566. Filed Feb. 10. mortgage to secure $201,506 affecting property located at 72 Mastro, William L., et al. Filed Blossom Lane, Wallkill 12589.

by M&T Bank. Action: seeks to Filed Feb. 13. foreclose on a mortgage to secure $154,000 affecting property locat- Oelofse, Juan Heindrich, et al. ed at 426 N. Elting Corners Road, Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Lloyd 12528. Filed Feb. 11.

Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $339,872 affecting property located at 18 Wood Road, Chester 10918. Filed Sept. 26.

Olsen, Sara J., et al. Filed by JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $216,000 affecting property located at 112 Bethlehem Road, New Windsor 12553.

Filed Oct. 3.

Oppong, Alex D., et al. Filed by JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $162,800 affecting property located at 53 Mayer Drive, Building 6, Unit 4, Middletown 10940. Filed Sept. 26.

Pavlou, Christos, et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $252,000 affecting property located at 10 Ford Ave., Highland Mills 10930. Filed Sept. 30.

Pearl, Ian, et al. Filed by U.S. Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $244,000 affecting property located at 77 North St., Newburgh 12550. Filed Sept. 30.

Pisano, Robert A., et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 152 Conklintown Road, Chester 10918. Filed Sept. 26.

Pittenger, Bonnie, et al. Filed

by The Bank of New York Mellon. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $132,000 affecting property located at 424 County Route 49, Middletown 10940. Filed Sept. 24.

Pizarro, Vilma, et al. Filed by Green Tree Servicing L.L.C. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $199,120 affecting property located at 49 Redwood Drive, Highland Mills. Filed Sept.

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Ramos, Dorian G., et al. Filed

by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $270,550 affecting property located at 5 Mid Oaks Drive, Monroe 10950. Filed Oct. 2.

Ribadeneyra, Eduardo N., et al.

Filed by Bank of America N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $197,880 affecting property located at 203 Chrystal Drive, Maybrook 12543.

Filed Oct. 3.

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FACTS&FIGURES Riegelhaupt, Fern S., et al. Filed

by JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $328,782 affecting property located at 10 Arlington Drive, Monroe 10950.

Filed Sept. 25.

Smith, Christopher, et al. Filed

by Partners For Payment Relief DE II L.L.C. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 1 Orchard Hill Vista, Florida 10921. Filed Sept. 25.

Riley, Melissa M., et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $165,592 affecting property located at 82 Johnston Ave., Kingston 12401. Filed Feb. 12.

Stafford, William F. Jr., et al.

Filed by M&T Bank. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $203,372 affecting property located at 16 Jaeger Drive, Cornwall-on-Hudson 12518. Filed Robles, Luis E., et al. Filed by Sept. 26.

JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mort- Stinson, William, et al. Filed by gage to secure $250,000 affecting Dyer Trust 2012-1. Action: seeks property located at 1979 Goshen to foreclose on a mortgage to Turnpike, Middletown 10941. secure $400,000 affecting propFiled Sept. 26. erty located at 5208 Route 9 West, Newburgh 12550. Filed Oct. 1.

Rose, William, et al. Filed by U.S. Bank N.A. Action: seeks to Tapia, Hugo S., et al. Filed by foreclose on a mortgage to secure Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: $312,000 affecting property locat- seeks to foreclose on a mortgage ed at 368 Route 32, Central Valley to secure $289,656 affecting prop10917. Filed Sept. 24. erty located at 14 Avoncroft Lane, No. 4603, Middletown 10940.

Ruiz, Tomas, et al. Filed by Filed Oct. 1.

Bank of America N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mort- Thomas, Mary A., et al. Filed gage to secure $264,918 affecting by MidFirst Bank. Action: seeks property located at 34 Woodside to foreclose on a mortgage to seKnolls Drive, No. 601, Middle- cure $235,659 affecting property town. Filed Sept. 25. located at 49 Wintergreen Ave., Newburgh 12550. Filed Sept. 30.

Santinello, Diane, et al. Filed by Deutsche Bank National Trust Thurston, Charles, et al. Filed Co. Action: seeks to foreclose on by Chase Home Finance L.L.C. a mortgage to secure $191,000 Action: seeks to foreclose on a affecting property located at mortgage to secure $244,000 af90 Mountain Road, Pine Bush fecting property located at 16-18 12566. Filed Feb. 11.

Ideal Park Road, Willow 12495.

Filed Feb. 12.

Scott, David, et al. Filed by Citimortgage Inc. Action: seeks to Tilstra, Peter G., et al. Filed by foreclose on a mortgage to se- Citimortgage Inc. Action: seeks cure $90,500 affecting property to foreclose on a mortgage to selocated at 510 Homestead Ave., cure $147,000 affecting property Maybrook. Filed Sept. 30. located at 26 Corwin Place, Lake Katrine 12449. Filed Feb. 10.

Short, William J., et al. Filed by Flagstar Bank F.S.B. Action: seeks Toohey, Robert J., et al. Filed to foreclose on a mortgage to se- by OneWest Bank F.S.B. Action: cure $260,347 affecting property seeks to foreclose on a mortlocated at 12 Fair St., Highland gage to secure $178,640 affect12528. Filed Feb. 14. ing property located at 7 Willow Lane, New Windsor 12553. Filed Singer, Arthur M., et al. Filed Sept. 25.

by PHH Mortgage Corp. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage Townsend, Duane, et al. Filed to secure $184,000 affecting prop- by HSBC Bank USA N.A. Action: erty located at 1098 Route 302, seeks to foreclose on a mortgage Pine Bush 12566. Filed Oct. 3. to secure $113,050 affecting property located at 15 Messmer Road, Tillson 12486. Filed Feb. 14.

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Van Der Poel, Carol C., et al.

Filed by JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 4023 Summerville Way, Chester 10918. Filed Sept. 27.

Vargas, Peter L., et al. Filed by BAC Home Loans Servicing L.P. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $58,000 affecting property located at 21 Carter St., Newburgh 12550. Filed Sept. 27.

Vassell, Germie A., et al. Filed by RBS Citizens N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $157,137 affecting property located at 82 Hammond St., Port Jervis 12771. Filed Oct. 1.

Velez, Ysbinia D., et al. Filed by Citimortgage Inc. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 2 Edgewood Terrace, Newburgh 12550. Filed Oct. 1.

Vigna, Carol, aka Carol Vigna Matthews, et al. Filed by JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $216,000 affecting property located at 3660 Main St., Stone Ridge 12484. Filed Feb. 10.

Warmbrand, Daryl G., et al.

Filed by JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $254,000 affecting property located at 5 Valerie Drive, Chester 10918. Filed Sept. 30.

Way, Jack H. III, et al. Filed by EverBank. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $203,449 affecting property located at 37 Maple St., Newburgh 12550. Filed Oct. 2.

Woods, Brian, et al. Filed by the State of New York Mortgage Agency. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $205,500 affecting property located at 5 Old Anvil Lane, Middletown 10940. Filed Sept. 30.

Zucchet, David, et al. Filed by U.S. Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $161,092 affecting property located at 1 Lexington Drive, Unit 12, Harriman 10926. Filed Sept. 26.

Mechanic’s Liens

Sole Proprietorships

J and B Home Services, 384 Route 32, Newburgh 12550, c/o Brian P. Miller. Filed Sept. 13.

Abalie Design, 102 Cartwheel Court, Unit 11, Washingtonville, c/o Maria Fontana. Filed Sept. 13. Jean’s Cleaning Service, 8 Oak Lane, Campbell Hall 10916, c/o Colleen Lilia Guyt. Filed Sept. 16.

Angileri Bookkeeping Service, 7 Springhouse Lane, Apt. F, Montgomery, c/o Georgiana An- K and B Cleaning Services, 191 Liberty St., Newburgh 12550, c/o Rozema, John, et al, as owner. drada Angileri. Filed Sept. 16.

Luis Ramos. Filed Sept. 16. $8,390 as claimed by Smit Environmental Services L.L.C., Mont- Artistic Creations, 462 Route gomery. Property: 2420 Route 52, 211 East, Middletown 10941, c/o K and S Cleaning, 16 WashingPine Bush 12566. Filed Feb. 11. ton Ave., Port Jervis 12771, c/o Vanessa Hall. Filed Sept. 18.

Kelly E. Breitweiser. Filed Sept. 17.

Saumik Kingston L.L.C., as Artsville, 209 Berea Road, owner. $10,241 as claimed by Walden 12586, c/o Anne Crowley. Lil Dusty Eurowerks, 2272 Newburgh Winnelson Co., New- Filed Sept. 16.

County Road 3, Olivebridge burgh. Property: 1221 Ulster Ave., 12461, c/o Aaron K. Smith. Filed Kingston 12401. Filed Feb. 12.

Feb. 10.

Brian Latsch Construction Co., 121 Blacks Road, Kingston 12401, c/o Brian K. Latsch. Filed Feb. 12. Lock and Key Leathers, 22 Old Ball Park Road, Kingston 12401, New Businesses c/o Crystal L. Moore. Filed Feb. 12.

Cay Posh Enterprises, 1 N. GalThis paper is not responsible for leria Drive, Middletown, c/o AhM and P Variety Thrift Store, 204 typographical errors contained in met Caymaz. Filed Sept. 13.

Broadway, Newburgh 12550, c/o the original filings.

Kenrick G. Ritchie. Filed Sept. 17.

Classic Tool Design, 31 Walnut St., New Windsor, c/o Ralph EdMargi’s Treasures, 39 Broad St., wards. Filed Sept. 16.

Doing Business As Middletown 10940, c/o Marlene Gioconda Espinosa. Filed Sept. 12.

Brother Bruno’s M and J Inc., Country Bouquet, 25 Kaplan d.b.a. Brother Bruno’s Res- Way, Fort Montgomery 10922, MB Construction, 108 Church taurant, 17 Front St., Port Jervis c/o Catharine M. Sheldon. Filed St., Kerhonkson 12446, c/o MiSept. 20.

12771. Filed Sept. 20. chael J. Baul. Filed Feb. 10.

Redl Real Estate L.L.C., as owner. $559 as claimed by Calculated Fire Protection Company Inc., Salt Point. Property: 675 Dutchess Turnpike, Poughkeepsie. Filed Feb. 7.

Brotherhood America’s Oldest Winery Ltd., d.b.a. Little Mushroom Vineyards, 100 Brotherhood Plaza, Washingtonville 10992. Filed Sept. 18.

Dex’s Lab, 9 Crabapple Lane, Middletown 10941, c/o Dex Orel- Nan Tepper Design, 309 Hillside Ave., Hurley 12443, c/o Nancy E. lana. Filed Sept. 16.

Tepper. Filed Feb. 11.

DiDi’s Country Candles, 2519 Whispering Hills Drive, Chester Orgone IAM, 5 Orchard Hills Drive, Newburgh, c/o Michele ElJaroque Enterprise Inc., d.b.a. 10918, c/o Dolores Napolitano. len Scalpi. Filed Sept. 20.

Yolo Supply Distributor, 40 Filed Sept. 16.

Sanburg Court, Middletown 10950. Filed Sept. 18.

E Tattz, 2 Underhill Road, Mid- Per Diem Coast to Coast, 4013 dletown 10940, Apt. I, c/o Edwin Whispering Hills Drive, Chester 10918, c/o Kathleen Hazard. Filed Kingston Hot Rods and Colli- M. Olivero. Filed Sept. 19.

Sept. 12. sion Inc., d.b.a. Kingston Collision and Auto Body, 960 Route High Priority Office Cleaning, 28, Kingston 12401. Filed Feb. 14. 30 E. Main St., Apt. 6, Middle- Pure Genius Events, 11 Pewter town, c/o Rashid A. Sayyid. Filed Circle, Chester 10918, c/o Marie Rush. Filed Sept. 19.

Shreeji 121 Inc., d.b.a. Down Sept. 16.

Town Mini Mart, 61-77 Washington Terrace, Newburgh 12550. Hudson Valley Bookkeeping, Renewed Awakenings, 254 Filed Sept. 18.

237 Greenville Turnpike, Mount Kingston Ave., Port Jervis 12771, Hope, c/o Thomas William Sher- c/o Dana Miller. Filed Sept. 13. idan. Filed Sept. 20.

Rhema Family Center, 302 Old Partnerships Hudson Valley Tree and Land- Forge Hill Road, Vails Gate, c/o Gail A. Roberson. Filed Sept. 13.

Me Time Beauty Salon, 190 S. scape, 40 Washington Place, Newburgh, c/o Tommy Milligan.

Plank Road, Unit 2, Newburgh, SupHerb Crew, 62 Rose Lane, c/o Wakeyta St. Louis and Gor- Filed Sept. 12.

Middletown 10940, c/o Patrick don St. Louis. Filed Sept. 16.

Internet Café, 316 Lake St., No. Hayes. Filed Sept. 17.

3, Newburgh, c/o Chang Youn.

Filed Sept. 19.

Trackside Healing, 126 N. Franklin Turnpike, Ramsey, c/o James J. Menzo. Filed Sept. 17.

LEGAL NOTICES EAST COAST INSURANCE GROUP, LLC, Authority filed with the SSNY on 10/09/2013, Fict. Name: EAST COAST INDEPENDENT AUTO DEALER INSURANCE SERVICES, LLC. Office loc: Westchester County.

LLC formed in CT on 08/27/2009.

SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 268 Allen Hill Rd , Brooklyn, CT 06234. Address required to be maintained in CT: 268 Allen Hill Rd Brooklyn CT 06234. Cert of Formation filed with CT Sec. of State, Commercial Recording Div., P.O. Box 150470, Hartford, CT 06115. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose. #59181 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF FIGURE AND GROOVE PRODUCTIONS LLC. Art of Org. filed with SSNY on 12/17/2013.

Office located in Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail process to the principal business location at 255 Washington Ave, Pleasantville, NY 10570. Purpose of business of LLC :any lawful purpose #59183 MALAND LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 08/09/2013.

Office loc: Westchester County.

SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served.

SSNY shall mail process to: 35 Page Ave., Yonkers , NY 10704.

Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose. #59184 DAN MARGIOTTA HOLDINGS LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 12/30/2013. Office loc: Westchester County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: P.O. Box 122H, Scarsdale, NY 10583. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose. #59185 NOTICE OF FORMATION of 303SBROADWAY, LLC Art. of Org filed Secíy of State (SSNY) 12/31/13.

Office location: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 1550 Lemoine Avenue, Suite 207, Fort Lee, NJ 07024.

Purpose: any lawful activities. #59187 Notice of Formation of SARAH WREDE PHOTOGRAPHY AND DESIGN, LLC. Articles of Org. filed with NY Sec of State (SSNY) on 1/7/14. Office Loc: Westchester Cty. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: The LLC, 2 Mansfield Rd, White Plains, NY 10605, the LLCís principal business location. Purpose: any lawful business activity. #59188

Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company (ìLLCî). Name: HB Housing, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (ìSSNYî) on 1/7/14.

N.Y. office location: Westchester County. The SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to LLC, c/o Marathon Development Group Ltd., 901 Main Street, Suite 300, Peekskill, NY 10566. Purpose/ character of LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity. #59189 Notice of formation of 880 Nepperhan LLC, a domestic limited liability company. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 10/30/13. NY Office location: Westchester County.

SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC at: 704 Route 6, Suite 21, Mahopac, New York 10541.

Purpose: for any lawful purpose. #59191 Notice of Formation of Marc S. Schindelheim Consulting Services LLC. Arts of Org. filed with NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 1/10/14.

Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail process to: 3 Laurel Road, White Plains, NY 10605. Purpose: any lawful activity. #59192 Notice of Formation of Paradigm Shift Associates LLC. Art. of Org. filed with NY Secy. of State (SSNY) on 10/21/13. Office located in Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent upon which process may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against it served to: c/o US Corp Agents Inc., 7014 13th Ave, Suite 202, Brooklyn, NY 11228. Purpose: any lawful business activity. #59193 SHANGHAI HAND LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 01/10/2014. Office loc: Westchester County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Dominick Rossetti, 173 Washington Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10801. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose. #59194 NOTICE OF FORMATION of Shore Storm Solutions, LLC Art. of Org filed Secíy of State (SSNY) 1/8/14.

Office location: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process c/o Daniel Capossela, 17 Quincy Lane, White Plains, NY 10605. Purpose: any lawful activities. #59195

NOTICE OF FORMATION of OGG Family Companies, LLC Art. of Org filed Secíy of State (SSNY) 1/7/14. Office location: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail copy of process c/o Heather Ogg, 41 Purdy Ave, #428, Rye, NY 10580. Purpose: any lawful activities. #59196 NOTICE OF FORMATION of OGG Leadership, LLC Art. of Org filed Secíy of State (SSNY) 1/7/14.

Office location: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process c/o Heather Ogg, 41 Purdy Ave, #428, Rye, NY 10580. Purpose: any lawful activities. #59197 Notice of Formation of ELL-401 LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/9/14.

Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Falcon & Singer P.C., 14 Harwood Court, Suite 220, Scarsdale, NY 10583.

Purpose: any lawful activity. #59198 Notice of Formation of ELL-1018 LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/9/14.

Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Falcon & Singer P.C., 14 Harwood Court, Suite 220, Scarsdale, NY 10583.

Purpose: any lawful activity. #59199 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF Rymat Holdings, LLC. Arts of Org filed with Secy of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/21/13. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to: PO Box 241, Goldens Bridge, NY 10526. Principal business address: 10 Fox Den Ln, North Salem, NY 10560. Purpose: any lawful act. #59200 Peo wrap-up, LLC Arts of Org. filed NY Secy of State (SSNY) 1/2/14. Office: Westchester Co. SSNY design. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy to 248 Madison Rd. Scarsdale, NY 10583. Purpose: any lawful activity #59201 Miweb, LLC Arts of Org. filed NY Secy of State (SSNY) 12/16/13.

Office: Westchester Co. SSNY design. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy to 458 W. 49 St. #1 New York, NY 10019. Purpose: any lawful activity #59202 Chrome Fields Capital Management LLC Arts of Org. filed NY Secy of State (SSNY) 12/24/13. Office: Westchester Co. SSNY design. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy to c/o Chiping Cheung 4 Oak Ridge Ct. W. Harrison, NY 10604. Purpose: any lawful activity #59203

360 Ct Capitol LLC Arts of Org. filed NY Secy of State (SSNY) 11/18/13. Office: Westchester Co. SSNY design. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy to c/o Stuart Berg, Esq. 1 N. Broadway, Flr 10 White Plains, NY 10601. Purpose: any lawful activity #59204

Notice is hereby given that a catering establishment license, #1176044 has been applied for

by Vip Country Club LLC to sell beer, wine and liquor at retail in a catering establishment. For on premises consumption under the ABC law at 600 Davenport Ave. New Rochelle NY 10805. #59218

Notice of Formation of SERMALEX, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 12/3/13. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: c/o Selznick & Company LLP, 145 Bedford Rd., Suite 201, Armonk, NY 10504. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. #59208

Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company (ìLLCî). Name: Lion Heart Residences LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (ìSSNYî) on January 17, 2014. N.Y. office location: Westchester County. The SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to Lion Heart Residences LLC, 1055 Saw Mill River Road, Suite 204, Ardsley, New York 10502. Purpose/character of LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity. #59219

MKDZ, LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on /16/2014. Office loc: Westchester County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Danielle Zackman & Murray Krasnoff, 114 Stonewall Cir., West Harrison, NY 10604.

Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose. #59209 WESTCHESTER EXPORT CAPITAL, LLC, Authority filed with the SSNY on 09/26/2013.

Office loc: Westchester County.

LLC formed in DE on 08/23/2013.

SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 65 Court Street, Ste 4, White Plains, NY 10601. Address required to be maintained in DE: 16192 Coastal Highway Lewes DE 19958. Cert of Formation filed with DE Div. of Corps, 401 Federal St., Ste 4, Dover, DE 19901. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose. #59210 ECAP FOOD COMPANY LLC, Authority filed with the SSNY on 09/17/2013. Office loc: Westchester County. LLC formed in DE on 03/05/2013. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 65 Court Street, Ste 4, White Plains, NY 10601. Address required to be maintained in DE: 16192 Coastal Highway Lewes DE 19958. Cert of Formation filed with DE Div. of Corps, 401 Federal St., Ste 4, Dover, DE 19901. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose. #59211 Notice of Formation of KOUTROS PROPERTY, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/19/13. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC, 720 North Broadway, White Plains, NY 10603. Purpose: any lawful activity. #59212 Notice of Formation of JSC Enterprises, LLC Art. Of Org. filed with SSNY on 1/9/14. Offc. Loc: Westchester Cty. SSNY desig. as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 424 Garden Ave, Mount Vernon, NY 10553. Purpose: any lawful purpose. #59216

Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company (ìLLCî). Name: Lion Heart Residences Manager LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (ìSSNYî) on January 17, 2014. N.Y. office location: Westchester County.

The SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

The SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to Lion Heart Residences Manager LLC, 1055 Saw Mill River Road, Suite 204, Ardsley, New York 10502. Purpose/character of LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity. #59220 Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company (ìLLCî). Name: Lion Heart Residences Associates LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (ìSSNYî) on January 17, 2014. N.Y. office location: Westchester County. The SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

The SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to Lion Heart Residences Associates LLC, 1055 Saw Mill River Road, Suite 204, Ardsley, New York 10502. Purpose/character of LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity. #59221 Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company (ìLLCî). Name: 130 Modern, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (ìSSNYî) on July 11, 2013. N.Y. office location: Westchester County. The SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to 130 Modern, LLC, c/o The MacQuesten Companies, 438 Fifth Avenue, Suite 100, Pelham, New York 10803. Purpose/character of LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity. #59222

Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company(ìLLCî). Name: 130 Modern Managers, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (ìSSNYî) on July 11, 2013. NY office location:Westchester County.The SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

The SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to 130 Modern Managers, LLC, c/o The MacQuesten Companies, 438 Fifth Avenue, Suite 100, Pelham, New York 10803. Purpose/character of LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity. #59223 Notice of Formation of ITE PARTNERS LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/10/14. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: c/o Robert S. Ocko, 6 Fawn Brook Court, Pleasantville, NY 10570. Purpose: any lawful purpose. #59225 Notice of formation of ANT & WILLOW LLC. Art. Of Org. filed with the Sectíy of State of NY (SSNY) on 9/28/2012. Office in Westchester County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 110 East 25th St, 3rd Fl New York, NY 10010. Purpose: Any lawful purpose #59226 Notice of formation of Brozman Arts Enterprises LLC. Articles of origin filed with SSNY on 3/28/13.

Office location, Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 85 McKinley Avenue, #A3-1, White Plains NY, 10606. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. #59227 Notice of Formation of CRFD Associates LLC. Art. Of Org. filed with SSNY on 10/2/13.Offc. Loc: Westchester Cty. SSNY design.

As agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 234 Juniper Drive, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598. Purpose: any lawful purpose. #59228 Notice of Formation of Marc Nahas Design, LLC Art. Of Org. filed with SSNY on 10/2/13. Offc.

Loc: Westchester Cty. SSNY desig. as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 152 Mill River Rd Chappaqua, NY 10514. Purpose: any lawful purpose. #59229 130 WESTCHESTER AVENUE LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 01/09/2014. Office loc: Westchester County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 130 Westchester Avenue, White Plains, NY 10601.

Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose. #59230

Notice is hereby given that a Hotel Liquor license, #TBA has been applied for by B P I LLC to sell beer, wine and liquor at retail in a Hotel. For on premises consumption under the ABC law at 954 Old Post Road Bedford NY 10506. #59232 Notice of formation of POSH POTTY, LLC. The Application for Authority was filed with the Sectíy of State of NY (SSNY) on NOVEMBER 4, 2013. Arts.

Of Org. originally filed with the Sectíy of State of DE (SSDE) on SEPTEMBER 27, 2013.

County designation forbusiness: WESTCHESTER COUNTY. The current street address of Principle Place of Business: 857 Post Road, Suite 399, Fairfield, Connecticut, 06824. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process served to: USA CORPORATE SERVICES, INC. 3500 SOUTH DUPONT HIGHWAY, DOVER, DE, 19901. Office in jurisdiction of formation: USA CORPORATE SERVICES, INC. 3500 SOUTH DUPONT HIGHWAY, DOVER, DE, 19901.Posh Potty LLC. is currently in existence in DE Authorized Officer in jurisdiction of formation: JEFFREY W. BULLOCK, SECRETARY OF STATE, DIVISION OF CORPORATIONS, JOHN G. TOWNSEND BLDG., 402 FEDERAL STREET, SUITE 4, DOVER, DE, 19901. Purpose: any lawful act. #59233 SOHO EDITIONS LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 01/21/2014. Office loc: Westchester County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 2641 Deer St., Mohegan Lake, NY 10547.

Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose. #59234 COSMOTRONICS LLC. Art. of Org. filed with NY Secy. of State (SSNY) on 1/28/14. Office location: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent for service of process. SSNY shall mail process to Cosmotronics LLC, 145 Palisade St, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522. Purpose: Any lawful activity. #59235 NOTICE OF FORMATION of SEVIN STAFFORD LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/22/14. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 50 Columbus Avenue #1101, Tuckahoe, NY 10707. Purpose: any lawful activity. The LLC is to be managed by one or more managers. #59236 Notice is hereby given that an Application for an On-Premises Liquor License, serial number 127526, has been applied for by the undersigned in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 130 Main St., Mount Kisco, New York 10549.

Westchester County /s/ 130 Main Street LLC db/a Winston #59237

Route 17K Facilities, LLC Arts of Org. filed NY Secy of State (SSNY) 11/15/13. Office: Westchester Co. SSNY design. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy to c/o Stuart Berg, Esq. 1 North Broadway, 10th Flr. White Plains, NY 10601. Purpose: any lawful activity #59217

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LEGAL NOTICES Continued from previous page NOTICE OF FORMATION of LL Parcel A, LLC Art. of Org filed Secíy of State (SSNY) 1/27/14.

Office location: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to c/o DelBello Donnellan Weingarten Wise & Wiederkehr, LLP, One N. Lexington Ave, White Plains, New York 10601, Attn: Peter J. Wise, Esq. Purpose: any lawful activities. #59238

NOTICE OF FORMATION of LL Parcel C, LLC Art. of Org filed Secíy of State (SSNY) 1/27/14.

Office location: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to c/o DelBello Donnellan Weingarten Wise & Wiederkehr, LLP, One N. Lexington Ave, White Plains, New York 10601, Attn: Peter J. Wise, Esq. Purpose: any lawful activities. #59240

NOTICE OF FORMATION of LL Parcel B, LLC Art. of Org filed Secíy of State (SSNY) 1/27/14.

Office location: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to c/o DelBello Donnellan Weingarten Wise & Wiederkehr, LLP, One N. Lexington Ave, White Plains, New York 10601, Attn: Peter J. Wise, Esq. Purpose: any lawful activities. #59239

NOTICE OF FORMATION of LL Parcel E, LLC Art. of Org filed Secíy of State (SSNY) 1/27/14.

Office location: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to c/o DelBello Donnellan Weingarten Wise & Wiederkehr, LLP, One N. Lexington Ave, White Plains, New York 10601, Attn: Peter J. Wise, Esq. Purpose: any lawful activities. #59241

NOTICE OF FORMATION of LL Parcel F, LLC Art. of Org filed Secíy of State (SSNY) 1/27/14. Office location: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to c/o DelBello Donnellan Weingarten Wise & Wiederkehr, LLP, One N. Lexington Ave, White Plains, New York 10601, Attn: Peter J. Wise, Esq. Purpose: any lawful activities. #59242 NOTICE OF FORMATION of LL Parcel G, LLC Art. of Org filed Secíy of State (SSNY) 1/27/14.

Office location: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to c/o DelBello Donnellan Weingarten Wise & Wiederkehr, LLP, One N. Lexington Ave, White Plains, New York 10601, Attn: Peter J. Wise, Esq. Purpose: any lawful activities. #59243

NOTICE OF FORMATION of LL Parcel H, LLC Art. of Org filed Secíy of State (SSNY) 1/27/14.

Office location: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to c/o DelBello Donnellan Weingarten Wise & Wiederkehr, LLP, One N. Lexington Ave, White Plains, New York 10601, Attn: Peter J. Wise, Esq. Purpose: any lawful activities. #59244

NOTICE OF FORMATION of LL Parcel K, LLC Art. of Org filed Secíy of State (SSNY) 1/27/14.

Office location: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to c/o DelBello Donnellan Weingarten Wise & Wiederkehr, LLP, One N. Lexington Ave, White Plains, New York 10601, Attn: Peter J. Wise, Esq. Purpose: any lawful activities. #59246

NOTICE OF FORMATION of LL Parcel M, LLC Art. of Org filed Secíy of State (SSNY) 1/27/14.

Office location: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to c/o DelBello Donnellan Weingarten Wise & Wiederkehr, LLP, One N. Lexington Ave, White Plains, New York 10601, Attn: Peter J. Wise, Esq. Purpose: any lawful activities. #59248

NOTICE OF FORMATION of LL Parcel I, LLC Art. of Org filed Secíy of State (SSNY) 1/27/14. Office location: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to c/o DelBello Donnellan Weingarten Wise & Wiederkehr, LLP, One N. Lexington Ave, White Plains, New York 10601, Attn: Peter J. Wise, Esq. Purpose: any lawful activities. #59245

NOTICE OF FORMATION of LL Parcel L LLC Art. of Org filed Secíy of State (SSNY) 1/27/14. Office location: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to c/o DelBello Donnellan Weingarten Wise & Wiederkehr, LLP, One N. Lexington Ave, White Plains, New York 10601, Attn: Peter J. Wise, Esq. Purpose: any lawful activities. #59247

NOTICE OF FORMATION of LL Parcel R, LLC Art. of Org filed Secíy of State (SSNY) 1/27/14.

Office location: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to c/o DelBello Donnellan Weingarten Wise & Wiederkehr, LLP, One N. Lexington Ave, White Plains, New York 10601, Attn: Peter J. Wise, Esq. Purpose: any lawful activities. #59249 Notice is hereby given that an on-premise license, #TBA has been applied for by Compass Group USA, Inc. to sell beer, wine and liquor at retail in an on premises establishment. For on premises consumption under the ABC law at 865 Bedford Road Pleasantville NY 10570. #59250

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Notice of formation of Alan Offenberg & Associates, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on1/22/14. Office loc: Westchester County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 29 Bayberry Rd, Armonk, NY 10504. Purpose: any lawful purpose. #59251 Notice of formation of Battle Hill Towing & Recovery L.L.C articles origin file with SSNY 12/4/13 office location in Westchester County SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process to; 219 Fisher Ave, White Plains NY 10606. Purpose : any lawful activity #59252

FACES& PLACES Food bank honors Nine former and current board presidents of the Food Bank for Westchester were recognized recently at a gala at Tappan Hill for leading the organization’s fight against hunger for the past 25 years. On hand in Tarrytown to salute this group were local and state dignitaries, as well as many business leaders and professionals.

1. Charles Day, Jean Marie Connolly, Ellen Lynch, Anne Ring and Scott Boilen.

2. Dave Ring, Tony Altamura and Kevin Plunkett.

3. Marsha Gordon.

4. Geoff Thompson and Elizabeth Bracken-Thompson and Laura and Tim Plunkett.

5. Back row, Chuck Chaplin and his wife, Karen, and John E. Ritacco. Front row, Erica Santiago, Susan and Rick Rakow and Jean Ritacco.

6. Gregory Werlinich and Kathryn Sikkema.

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A heart-y time The Professional Women of Westchester’s recently held a Valentine’s Day “I Love Networking” event at 42 The Restaurant in White Plains. More than 125 women (and a few gentlemen) attended the event that benefited the American Heart Association.

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7. Rose Colonna of Tasteful Treats & Treasures Gift Baskets, Jamie Imperati, president of Professional Women of Westchester and Jen Colonna of Tasteful Treats & Treasures Gift Baskets.

8. Jenifer Ross of W@tercooler Hub, Kerri-Ann Skeen of Patriot National Bank and Judy Campisi of the American Heart Association.

9. Diane and Bob Arenholz of William Raveis Realty.

10. Laura Damiano of Laura Damiano Designs and Aida Krgin of Krgin Photography 11. Dave Hecker of CPR Party & Training and Mario Suarez of A Cake Mom. 12. Michele Milazzo and Cristina DeFrancisco of Michele Lisa Salon.

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