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he long-vacant site created by the massive urban renewal effort of the 1970s and ’80s in downtown White Plains known as Gateway II could soon have a 500-unit mixed-use development rising on part of its 3.54 acres. The White Plains Common Council has approved the site plan that was submitted for the project.

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BioSig gaining momentum with proprietary AFib-treating tech

BY KEVIN ZIMMERMAN kzimmerman@westfairinc.com

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estport’s BioSig is looking to set the pace when it comes to medical technology — not a bad place to be, given that its specialty is in cardiology.

BioSig operates in the field of bioelectronic medicine, a relatively new and growing field that focuses on how targeted electrical signals in the body can help diagnose and treat a wide range of diseases. BioSig’s initial focus is on heart disease, specifically atrial fibrillation (AFib) or irregular heartbeat.

“Roughly one out of two patients who have surgery to treat irregular heartbeats fail the procedure and need to have a second one,” BioSig founder and CEO Ken Londoner told the Business Journal. “It’s not a trivial technical challenge, which is why it hasn’t been solved.”

Working with a team of engineers, Londoner created BioSig in Los Angeles in 2009 to address what many see as shortcomings in electrophysiology (EP) technology in operating rooms; namely, that many existing systems are outdated.

Since that time, BioSig has developed a first-of-its-kind technology, Pure EP, which

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received U.S. Food and Drug Administration market clearance in 2018. Londoner noted that the firm’s technology now has 34 patents.

The system, powered by a unique hardware architecture, allows a full range of cardiac analog signals to be acquired in a raw, streamlined and unfiltered format. That data is then converted into a digital modality powered by advanced signal processing software for unlimited real-time data analysis. Londoner said that the platform is designed to improve signal fidelity and uncover the full range of electrocardiagram and intracardiac signals.

While hospitals have used EP technology in the past to treat cardio patients, Londoner said one of the challenges has been “the signal quality issue. It gets degraded by all the other medical equipment that’s operating on the same frequency. It’s like having five FM radio stations all broadcasting on 95.5 at the same time — you’re not getting the information that you want.”

On March 31, BioSig, which is publicly traded on the Nasdaq as “BSGM,” received purchase orders from the Mayo Foundation for PURE EP Systems, with whom it is collaborating to develop a next-generation artificial intelligence and machine learning-powFCBJ

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ered software for PURE EP. BioSig has also accepted an invitation to join the Alliance for Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare (AAIH) — a key affiliation, Londoner said, as health care continues turning to technology.

“Twenty years from now, most medical decisions will be made by machines, like you see on Wall Street today,” he said.

“With machine-learning algorithms, we can reduce the time and increase the accuracy of surgical procedures. There will always be human leadership and decision-making involved as well, of course, but this is an area where we would like to have a leading voice.”

BioSig relocated from Los Angeles to Westport in 2018, partly to capitalize on what Londoner called the “tremendous talent base that’s here, which made it a no-brainer, and because the cost of doing business in Los Angeles —

not just the taxes, but also the cost of talent and office space — was getting out of hand.”

BioSig is focused on the Florida and Texas markets at the moment.

In December, it announced the first-time purchase of three PURE EP systems by St. David’s HealthCare of Austin. Londoner said the East Coast will become more of a target as it emerges from Covid-related restrictions.

And BioSig is also looking to expand beyond AFib — which affects some 6 million people in the U.S. — to hypertension, suffered by 80 million, in the near term.

The company has already outgrown its space at 54 Wilton Road and will move to 385 Riverside Ave. in July.

“We expect to expand from 64 to approximately 100 employees by the end of the year,” he said, “and I think we’ll ultimately become a global business.”

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Appraiser sued for $8.7M for allegedly overvaluing Greenwich home

BY BILL HELTZEL bheltzel@westfairinc.com

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n Elmsford real estate appraiser accused of inflating the value of a Greenwich home by $1.8 million is being sued for $8.7 million.

Pallasite Asset Trust of Evanston, Illinois, has accused Anthony J. Bisignano and Key Associates and Appraisal Services Inc. of negligence and breach of contract, in a complaint transferred April 1 from Connecticut federal court to U.S. District Court, White Plains.

“The lawsuit is endemic of overzealous lawyers looking for ways to create work for themselves,” Key Associates’

attorney, Thomas B. Decea, said in an email.

“It is what I refer to as predatory litigation — an attorney chasing work rather than allowing those who really need legal help to come to them.”

The Greenwich home, on Doubling Road near Greenwich Country Club, is owned by 37 Doubling Road LLC. The company sought to refinance the property for $4.7 million, according to the complaint, from an affiliate of ShareStates Investments LLC, acting as agent for Pallasite.

The lender agreed to make a loan based on 67% of the property’s value, as shown by an appraisal.

“The appraisal was intended to ensure that if there was a default, the mortgagee would be secured adequately,” the complaint states.

Key Associates valued the property at $6.6 million in December 2017; ShareStates loaned $4.7 million to the property owner in February 2018.

“Thereafter,” the complaint states, 37 Doubling Road LLC “failed to make payments.”

Last year, ShareStates hired an expert to reappraise the property; the result, according to the complaint, “was jarring.”

The property was allegedly overvalued by $1.8 million.

The Key Associates appraisal did not use the best and most comparable prop-

erties for analysis, according to the complaint. It failed to summarize the appraisal methods or the reasoning that supported the conclusions.

Bisignano signed the appraisal and allegedly listed an email address, KeyCONMAN@... (emphasis added in the complaint).

ShareStates’ appraiser valued the property at $4.8 million as of 2018 and $3.75 million currently.

Pallasite is demanding $2.5 million for negligence and $6.2 million for breach of contract, including principal, interest and other fees.

The company is represented by Greenwich attorney Michael K. Stanton Jr. and Baltimore attorney William M. Rudow.

Carter sues town over bid manipulation

BY BILL HELTZEL bheltzel@westfairinc.com

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AA Carting and Rubbish Removal claims that town officials in Patterson illegally revised a competitor’s offer to haul trash, making it the lowest bid for a five-year contract.

AAA Carting sued the Putnam County town and the competitor, Suburban Carting of Briarcliff Manor, April 1 in Westchester Supreme Court.

“The determination made by the town that AAA Carting was not the lowest responsible bid is without merit and smacks of an improper purpose,” AAA Carting claims.

Patterson has denied acting improperly.

“The town was within its right to seek clarification on a typographical error in the (Suburban) bid,” Patterson’s attorney, Donald M. Rossi, stated in a Feb. 3 letter to AAA Carting’s attorneys.

AAA Carting of Cortlandt Manor held the trash hauling contract from 2016 to this past February. Last fall, Patterson solicited bids for a new five-year contract for the Putnam Lake District beginning Feb. 22.

Four sealed bids were opened on Dec. 23. AAA Carting was the apparent low bidder at about $2.5 million, according to the lawsuit; followed by Oak Ridge, $3.3 million; City Carting, $7.3 million; and Suburban Carting, of Briarcliff Manor, $12.1 million.

After the bids were opened, town Supervisor Richard Williams Sr. called Suburban Carting “to ensure that there

was no error,” according to Rossi’s letter.

Suburban purportedly told Williams that it had mistakenly submitted five-year totals instead of annual totals.

The town then allegedly converted the five-year-totals to annual numbers, lowering the total bid to about $2.4 million, or $78,683 less than AAA Carting’s bid.

Before the town board met on Dec. 29 to award the contract to Suburban, a memo was distributed that cited performance issues by AAA Carting during its then-current five-year contract.

“The timing of the memorandum raises the specter of animus and impropriety in the selection of the winner,” AAA Carting claims. “Moreover, given that the town never found AAA Carting non-responsible, its memorandum indicates that the town was seeking to justify its manipulation of the bid numbers.”

The town did not reinterpret Suburban’s bid, according to Rossi’s letter. The bid instructions had reserved the town’s right to waive irregularities and seek clarifications, “for the purpose of assuring a full and complete understanding of a bidder’s purpose.”

An appellate court ruling, the letter states, allows for correcting typographical and mathematical errors.

AAA Carting contends that state law does not allow mistakes or errors in bids to be changed. The sole remedy for a bid mistake is to withdraw the bid.

AAA Carting’s attorneys, Nicholas Caputo and Michael A. Eisenberg, are asking the court to annul the Suburban contract and award it to their client.

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New spark for dead space

BY BRIDGET MCCUSKER bmccusker@westfairinc.com

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ne of Westchester’s largest cemeteries could soon be getting a different type of occupant: a solar farm.

With the blessing of Gate of Heaven Cemetery, CES Hawthorne Solar is seeking permission from the Mount Pleasant Planning Board to use 32 acres of the cemetery that are not being used for burial to place solar panels.

The land for the project would be leased from St. Patrick’s Cathedral, which owns the cemetery. A 5.6-megawatt ground-mounted structure would produce 7.2 million kilowatt hours of green energy per year over the course of the 25-year lease.

At a meeting in March, John Kirkpatrick, attorney for the project, confirmed that all reviews mandated by the planning board at a previous meeting in September had been successfully completed.

“We understood that (in September) there still needed to be a review by the building inspector and the town engineer to confirm that all the elements of our application were complete, and that we were actually ready for a hearing,” Kirkpatrick said. “So those reviews are now done, as we understand. We’re back to ask you to schedule this application for a public hearing.”

According to Steve Ondishin, project

manager and manager for renewable project development for Con Edison Clean Energy Businesses, the solar farm would reduce carbon emissions and help the area meet its growing need for energy without having to build fossil-fueled power plants.

Though the project would require trees to be cleared, the project still complies with the town’s site density factor, and the planting of 150 evergreen trees for perimeter screening has been proposed.

An artist’s rendering showed that the solar farm would be well-screened from both nearby roads and the rest of the cemetery.

“In terms of the trees that are going to be removed from the site, they are going to be removed either for the solar project or for general cemetery purposes,” Ondishin said. “They won’t remain, but it’s nonetheless interesting to note that the trees that are on site would have and could have only sequestered 1.2 million pounds of carbon dioxide over that same 25-year period, and we can contrast that to the 280 million pounds of carbon dioxide equivalent to the green energy produced by the project, so there is a pretty sizable offset.”

That figure was calculated from the 7.2 million kilowatt hour estimation for the site.

Ondishin also asserted that the site would be well-maintained throughout the 25-year period, and that after it is decommissioned,

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the landowner would resume control of the land where it is expected to be used for cemetery operations.

Because the cemetery is owned by a nonprofit organization, the parcel of land slated for the solar farm produces no taxes. A payment in lieu of taxes (PILOT) agreement for the project is under discussion with the town.

“It would total about $47,800 per year coming into the town of Mount Pleasant,” Ondishin said. “And this is a 25-year lease for the property, so that would be $47,800 every year.”

Ondishin explained that energy produced by the farm would go into community solar energy, which allows residents who are unable to install solar panels on their property to subscribe to a community solar project such as this one.

Roughly 200 town residents or small businesses would be able to subscribe to the Gate of Heaven project, allowing them to save on utility bills. Other than having a current account with Con Edison, there are few requirements for a resident or business to be able to subscribe to the solar program.

“Savings vary among participants due to many factors but could, on average, amount to $360 per subscriber, per year,” Ondishin said.

Other than the town residents, churches and Catholic schools would be beneficiaries of the project as well. Michael McLaughlin, chairman of the planning board, questioned why they would be allowed to be beneficiaries if the project is to receive a PILOT agreement with the town, but advised Ondishin to present the answer to any questions at the project’s public hearing rather than address them at the board meeting.

Other concerns raised by the board and some members of the public included the number of trees that would have to be cut down for the project; the management of “pollinator friendly” flora that would be planted among the panels; wildlife displacement; wetland management if the parcel is

confirmed to be located at least partly on a wetland; whether rooftop solar projects are more suitable to the town; and how to properly notify the public before the public hearing.

Scott Hanley, managing director for the board of trustees of St. Patrick’s Cathedral, expressed his support for the project on behalf of the trustees and the Catholic Archdiocese of New York.

Hanley also addressed concerns about clearing the trees.

“Over the last three years we’ve planted over 300 trees at Gate of Heaven and we’re looking to plant another 50 this year,” Hanley said. “The land identified will be cleared either for the solar field or for future use at the cemetery, and that’s why we’ve been planting so many trees right now.”

The proposal of a solar farm within a cemetery is not unheard of. In Mount Kisco, Oakwood Cemetery contains a solar farm that contributes to community solar; it has been estimated to produce 1.7 gigawatt hours of power per year.

In West Babylon, Long Island, Solar Liberty rents St. John’s Annex, a portion of St. John’s Roman Catholic Cemetery, to house its 9-megawatt solar farm.

Vale Cemetery in Schenectady also leased an unused area of its property for a solar farm to Monolith Solar. The project was approved in 2017 and energy created from the panels is used to offset electricity usage from municipal buildings in Albany.

Outside of the U.S., a municipal cemetery in Santa Coloma de Gramenet, Spain added 462 solar panels atop its grave walls over a decade ago.

Con Edison Clean Energy Businesses is one of the largest solar energy facility owners and operators in North America. Its solar energy facilities are in eight states across the U.S., including New Jersey, Massachusetts and Pennsylvania.

A public hearing for the Gate of Heaven solar project will be held virtually on May 17.

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The Alaska Permanent Fund has teamed up with Greystar Real Estate Partners LLC and Greystar Development East LLC to submit a plan to develop the 85 N. Lexington Ave. site.

The property is bounded on the south side by Hamilton Avenue, on the west by Ferris Avenue, on the north by Water Street and on the east by North Lexington Avenue.

Running through the property is New Street. The northern portion of the site has a Westchester County Bus depot and a parking structure for workers at the Gateway I office building on Hamilton Avenue. The south side has an at-grade parking lot where the development is proposed.

The project has been designed by Handel Architects LLP, which designed the National September 11 Memorial at the World Trade Center site. It has more than 200 architects in offices in New York City, San Francisco, Boston and Hong Kong and has created numerous high-density mixeduse projects, hotels, corporate headquarters and buildings for institutional and educational clients.

Architect Gary Handel told the White Plains Planning Board, “The core of our practice is the idea that architecture and design can transform cities for the better and that we can use each individual architectural project to be a catalyst for urban change.

“Here at Gateway II the goal is to create pedestrian improvements along Lexington, Hamilton, Ferris and New streets with the hope of significantly enhancing the experience of all those who use those streets.

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ing lot into what we hope would be a highly contributive piece of the developing urban fabric of downtown White Plains and adding a high-quality, architecturally significant building to its skyline.”

According to White Plains Councilman John Martin, “We were pleased when this developer came to us a while ago with a proposal and then economic conditions caused them to back off so we were very pleased when they came back to us with something that is perfectly in line with what we’re looking for down near our train station.”

Martin took note of the fact that not only is the development site at the gateway to the city but the project is known as Gateway II. “I think it’s a wonderful project; I think that it’s going to do wonders for that part of town,” Martin said.

Mayor Tom Roach said that he looked forward to the development bringing new services and activity to the area.

“It’s a somewhat sterile area. It was builtout in the ’80s. We want to make sure we bring out services and activities and restaurants and street life that we have on Mamaroneck Avenue, that we have in other parts of the city,” Roach said.

Roach said that the area where the project is slated to go is not just to serve commuters.

“It’s a place where people live and services should be available to them as well,” Roach said. “There’s going to be a lot happening there and this one is ready to go and I’m pleased to support it. This developer is ready to get to work.”

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towers that intersect. The podium would conceal a 755-space parking structure that has four above-ground levels and three fully- or partially-underground levels. The proposal notes that 192 of the parking spaces would be for use by workers of the Gateway I building just across Hamilton Avenue.

The podium also would house 19,000 square feet of retail space. Rising above the podium would be a 25-story tower that parallels North Lexington Avenue and a 16-story tower that is perpendicular to the other tower and intersects with it. The lower tower has a section that bulges out the other side of the taller tower. The apartments begin on the second floor of the 25-story tower and on the sixth floor of the 16-story structure. The 25-story tower would be just under 280 feet tall while the 16-story tower would be 188 feet in height.

The structures would contain a total of 563,230 square feet. There would be 167 studio apartments, 208 one-bedroom units, 117 two-bedroom units and eight three-bedroom units.

Eight percent of the units would be required to be dedicated as affordable under the city’s housing requirements.

Instead of providing all 40 affordable units, the developer is proposing to pay the city a fee to replace 25 of the units and plans to provide 15 units. It’s projected the project would attract 857 people to the area.

The developer’s site plan shows that approximately 7,400 feet of publicly accessible open space would be provided along Hamilton Avenue and portions of Ferris Avenue and New Street. There would be greenery, trees, benches, art and side-

walks.

Because of the additional demand that the new residents would place on the city’s parks and recreation facilities, the city would expect to charge the developer a fee of $1,479,000. Because the developer is providing the open space, a credit of $504,908 has been recommended with the remaining fee of $974,092 to be paid in two installments as certificates of occupancy are issued.

On-site private indoor and outdoor amenities for the residents are proposed that would include two rooftop decks.

One on the roof of the podium portion of the building would be a fifth-floor terrace. It would include a swimming pool, seating, dog park, exercise room, movie theater, conference rooms, kitchens and grills. A rooftop deck on the lower tower would include kitchens, grills, seating and a bocce court.

Various city boards and commissions that reviewed the plan expressed support for the project, with the city’s Planning Department recommending that the Common Council approve the site plan subject to a number of conditions. Among them are that the developer prepare an updated landscape and lighting plan, provide a construction management plan and documentation about meeting certain LEED certification requirements and New York State Energy Star Standards.

Attorney Neil Alexander of the White Plains-based law firm Cuddy & Feder LLP said the developer would like to break ground toward the end of third quarter of this year and there likely would be 24 to 30 months of construction.

White Plains motel owner proposes new hotel for Central Avenue site

BY PETER KATZ pkatz@westfairinc.com

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he owner and operator of the Central Courtyard Motel at 441 Central Ave. in White Plains wants to demolish it and replace it with a Comfort Inn. The White Plains Common Council is being asked to approve a site plan application and issue special permit approvals.

The existing motel, which is identified by the owner/operator, the Meryde Group of Hotels LLC, as the Central Motel Court Yard, has 28 rooms and is a two-story structure. The proposed replacement would be a four-story, 87-room hotel to be operated as a Comfort Inn, which is a brand of Choice Hotels International Inc. Attorney Janet Giris of the White Plains-based law firm DelBello Donnellan Weingarten Wise & Wiederkehr LLP in a letter to Mayor Tom Roach and the members of the common council said that Meryde has contracted with Comfort Inn to operate the new hotel. Choice Hotels said that it franchises more than 7,000 hotels in more than 40 countries and territories. It reports these properties have nearly 570,000 rooms and range from limited service to full-service hotels in the upscale, midscale, extended-stay and economy segments of the industry.

The project has already received two variances from the city’s Zoning Board of Appeals, which were required before it could be presented for Common Council review. The zoning board granted variances associated with building coverage and rear yard setback requirements.

The 0.5-acre property at the southeast corner of the intersection of Central Avenue and Waldo Avenue in the Battle Hill neighborhood of White Plains is in the B-3 Intermediate Business District.

There are various retail outlets in the area, including the Dalewood Shopping Centers I, II and III. The land along Waldo Avenue slopes down toward Central Avenue. Giris said that due to the slope the building would be four stories as seen from Central Avenue but when seen from the residences along Waldo it would only be three stories in height.

Giris said that this would mitigate any potential impact of building height on the residential neighborhood.

Giris said that most of the parking for the new hotel would be incorporated into the first floor of the building to take advantage of the topography. She said that the portion of the garage not under the building would be covered by a landscaped terrace and parked cars would not be seen from neighboring properties.

The existing motel has grade-level open parking.

A total of 88 parking spaces would be

provided using a stacked arrangement with parking attendants who would be full-time employees of the hotel. Hotel guests would not be allowed to park their own vehicles in the garage.

Giris pointed out that traffic for the hotel would enter and exit via Central Avenue. She said that the hotel would not generate a materially greater level of noise, traffic and other impacts than would retail stores, business or professional offices or multifamily dwellings, all of which are permitted uses in the B-3 district. Giris said, “Hotels typically generate less traffic than retail uses, so traffic impacts to the area are expected to be negligible.”

Giris said that the city’s special permit standards for hotels require that

rooms be at least 225 square feet in size and the proposed hotel would comply.

She said that the hotel would not have a permanent dining area and that it does

not include any retail uses.

The new hotel would have two meeting rooms of approximately 192 square feet, each in the bottom of the building.

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Suite Talk: Jia Jia Ye, co-founder and CEO of Springfield Child Development

arlier this month, Springtide Child Development opened its second Fairfield County location at 35 Copps Hill Road in Ridgefield. Springtide focuses on autism treatment for children between ages 2 and 18 through applied behavior analysis therapy, as well as occupational and speech therapy within a single facility. Springtide also focuses on specific needs, including language acquisition, social skills, school readiness and functional living skills.

“There are few parental pressures more staggering than trying to coordinate schedules, insurance and proper care for a child diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder,” said Jia Jia Ye, cofounder and CEO of Springtide.

In this edition of Suite Talk, Business Journal Senior Enterprise Editor Phil Hall speaks with Ye about her organization’s approach to working with children on the autism spectrum.

Congratulations on the opening of your second Connecticut facility in Ridgefield. What is the story behind this new location?

“We started in Trumbull in 2020 and then we expanded to Ridgefield and we just signed a lease for a third location in West Hartford. We came into Connecticut, because we really saw that there was just such a dearth of quality providers in Connecticut.

“We launched in partnership with our clinical director, Dr. Tiva Pierce, who is a Ph.D. in the field of behavioral analysis, which is pretty rare; about 2% of the population of the therapists out there. She is a super-experienced clinical director and she knew the Connecticut market really well.

We realized there’s a lot of opportunity for us to come in and really provide a differentiated quality product.”

What is your approach to working with young people who have autism? How does your center differ from other centers that have the same mission?

“What’s really unique about Springside is that we offer multidisciplinary care in one location — it’s sort of a one-stop shop.

For a lot of kids with autism, they have a bunch of different types of therapists they have to go to. Imagine being a mom with three kids — two that you’re homeschooling, a third with special needs, and you’re trying to coordinate three different therapists for this child. You’re trying to drive to all these different locations and make sure that you’re on time and also trying to coordinate all of the insurance paperwork — it’s

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just a huge nightmare for a family.

“We do it all under one roof, with all of the therapists in one location. So, you can get ABA therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy in one location. And then all of our therapists work together to make sure that you have the most coordinated care. That’s another really big impact, because then you have care coordination and we can make sure that there’s no overlap and no gaps in your therapy.

“Our therapists work together on the same kind of electronic medical records, so they plan the child’s program all together.

And then they have weekly things where they talk about a child’s progress and make sure that they’re supporting each other’s program.

“The other thing that we’re doing that’s really innovative is we’re implementing new technology in the space that makes it a lot more efficient for our therapists to work. This eliminates a lot of the overhead, so they’re much more focused on the actual care instead of having to deal with paperwork and insurance. And then we’re also using technology to help us better understand outcome measures of what’s happening inside the clinic, which I think is really different.”

How many young people are you currently working with both in Ridgefield and in Trumbull?

“We are currently serving between 50 to 100 families at the time.”

Your facilities also encourage parents to participate in the treatments for their children. How does this work?

“Parents really love it from a convenience factor because it’s a lot easier being organized with one center that is coordinating across all their different types of therapy and all the different insurances. And we have biweekly parent coaching where they can work directly with a therapist to understand how they take some of the therapy that we offer in the center and apply that into the home setting.”

How has your work been impacted by the pandemic? I know a great many children have been negatively affected by not being able to go to school and to be with their peers, so one could imagine for children with autism it must be doubly stressful.

“That’s exactly right. It was very tough for a lot of our kids. Because we’re an essential business, we were able to reopen June of last year and we’ve stayed open through this whole period.

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“When you have kids with autism, being able to create an environment that is predictable and steady is super important. And Covid really can jumble all that up. It was important for us to create a safe, consistent, predictable learning environment.

“In-center environments are really good when you need a managed, controlled, high-intensity learning environment. When Covid hit, what we saw was that a lot of families’ homes became so unpredictable that the center was a very important safe space for the kids to be able to come and have the same people in the same environment, with the same schedule that they were able to plan for.”

What is the state of autism today?

“The CDC says one in 54 kids has autism.

Twenty years ago it was about one in 150, and 20 years before that is something like one in 2,500. There’s a lot more awareness and there’s a lot of decreasing stigma.

“The incidence rates are going up very high and the professionalism of the therapy scientists also has been following. A big thing that’s changed is the professionalism of the therapists themselves. They are board-certified behavioral analysts who actually lead the therapy and they hire

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technicians who are registered behavior technicians. And this is a new kind of formalized class of employees where they go through specific training.

“The general trend has gone from a very kind of one-size-fits-all type of therapy to a much more customized therapy. A lot of therapy is much more focused on what your kid is experiencing and the goals that your kid needs. We see autism as a lifelong journey and we need to be able to meet the families where they need assistance.”

You mentioned earlier that a third center is coming to West Hartford. What else do you have planned for the remainder of 2021?

“We are still looking at markets that are have unmet needs. We are expanding much more broadly across the East Coast — we have a site that we’ve signed for in the Boston metro area and there probably are going to be more in Massachusetts, as well.”

Greenwich travel writer uncovers ‘Secret Connecticut’

BY KEVIN ZIMMERMAN kzimmerman@westfairinc.com

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hat do you do if you’re a professional travel writer and the travel business essentially evaporates in the face of a global pandemic?

If you’re Greenwich resident Anastasia Mills Healy, you stay local — more or less.

“People in the travel industry were getting together on Zoom to talk about how to handle the situation,” Healy, who has written for Fodor’s and Frommer’s, among others, told the Business Journal.

One of those conversations led her to the website of Reedy Press, a St. Louis book publisher that specializes in titles about local attractions. “They didn’t have anything about Connecticut, except for Hartford,” Healy said. “They have a ‘Secrets’ series, and since I’ve lived here for a long time and traveled around the state, I pitched my book and was accepted.”

Thus was born “Secret Connecticut: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure,” a breezy trip through 84 of the state’s lesser-known attractions.

Instead of the Mystic Aquarium, there’s the nearby Enders Island, where one can learn about Gregorian chants and the histo-

ry of bagpipes; those who know Ira Levin set his classic “Stepford Wives” in Wilton may not be aware that a mansion in New Canaan served as an important set in its two film versions.

“I initially came up with about 10 ‘secrets,’ which was hardly enough,” Healy laughed.

“So I went to the Greenwich Library website and started researching, taking notes and following leads.”

Even with Covid-19 protocols in place, she was able to conduct in-person interviews with some of the curators and overseers of such attractions as Action Wildlife, a zoo in Goshen that provides drive-through “safaris,” and Winvian Farm, a luxury resort in Morris whose eye-opening features include a room with a helicopter (which has a bar inside).

Healy said the most surprising finds she made were that Martin Luther King Jr. spent some formative summers in Simsbury, and that there is a Stonehenge in Woodbury. (“There’s another one in Guilford,” she noted, “but it’s on private property.”)

Readers can also learn of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s connection to the state; the strange tale of “The Leatherman,” an 1880s wanderer whose photo depicts what looks like an extra from “Twin Peaks: The Return”;

the even stranger tale of Amy ArcherGilligan, who definitely did not hang out with a millionaire and his wife on an island; and what a “trobairitz” is.

When asked where she’d like to go next — Healy has visited all 50 states and 64 countries — she said, “We had to cancel a trip to New Orleans (when the pandemic began). That’s one of my favorite cities and I’d planned a really great trip there with my family. I really want to do that trip!”

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How does CT keep economic momentum going forward?

DECD’s Lehman has some ideas

BY KEVIN ZIMMERMAN kzimmerman@westfairinc.com

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etermining which states did best during the darkest days of the pandemic can be a challenge.

According to an April 1 WalletHub report, Connecticut was ranked the 16th “safest” state during Covid-19 (Massachusetts was 43rd; New York placed 50th), while as of February — the latest figures available — its 8.5% unemployment rate was tied with California for the country’s third-highest, behind Hawaii (9.2%) and New York (8.9%).

And yet, the Nutmeg State is still flaunting its record-high $3 billion rainy day fund; earlier this month it received its first bond rating upgrade since 1988, from Moody’s; and it is due over $10 billion from the federal government’s $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act. “I’m very positive on Connecticut over the next two years,” Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner David Lehman told the Business Journal.

While it would be bigger news if a high-placed member of Gov. Ned Lamont’s administration was expressing a negative outlook, Lehman had more statistics to back himself up.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Connecticut ended the fourth quarter of 2020 with a GDP increase of 7% — the fourth-highest in the nation — for an estimated full-year total of $288.9 billion, a mere 0.6% drop-off from 2019’s $290.7 billion. (U.S. GDP declined by 2.33% over the same period.)

Lehman noted that the state recorded the starts of about 40,000 new businesses last year, according to the Connecticut Data Collaborative.

Offset by closings, the state netted 15,858 for 2020, compared with a loss of 370 for 2019.

“Our challenge now is to get out the message that Connecticut is a good place to invest and do business in,” Lehman said. “That wasn’t always the case before.”

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in-the-making reputation as not being “business-friendly” continues to dog it, despite some key changes in how it goes about trying to attract companies and retain those already established in the state.

One recent splashy win came with the announcement earlier this month that The Hornblower Group had signed a lease agreement with Bridgeport Boatworks that will bring up to 100 jobs to that city.

“We’ve got some others in the pipeline,” Lehman said.

“Some that were deferred during the pandemic, some that have come up more recently.”

He indicated that more announcements will be made in the short term.

The commissioner acknowledged that the state is still trying to capitalize on the influx of residents from New York state, which he said has been close to 20,000 according to the latest DECD data. (The U.S. Postal Service estimated there were some 16,500 relocations into the state based on change of address requests last year, with most of those from New York; slightly more than 7,000 such moves took place in 2019.)

Commissioner David Lehman. nies will follow.”

Those thoughts were the theme of an April 7 virtual presentation hosted by the Greater Danbury Chamber of Commerce, wherein a pair of senior managers at Accenture

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Our challenge now is to get out the message that Connecticut is a good place to invest and do business in. That wasn’t always the case before.”

“We have to make sure we’re providing the right sort of engagement,” Lehman said, “which starts on the local level.

There are going to be people who move here and decide it’s not for them and those who decide it is for them.

“We can compete on our merits, which includes the rainy day fund, the credit upgrade and how well we’ve done with vaccinations,” he continued.

“Now we need to make people feel welcome, that this is where they should be for the long term — and then hopefully compa-

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a kind of updated “welcome wagon” approach — gifts of coffee from a local shop or a free yoga class — as well as making concerted efforts at engaging with new residents/companies to keep them in the community.

“In the past, a crisis passes and people go back” to where they were originally, Zucker noted. “You can’t ju st a s su me they’re going to stay here for the long haul.”

Meanwhile, Lehman said completing the restructuring of the Connecticut Property Transfer Act — which could create as many 27,000 jobs and result in the sale of some 4,200 properties — was “critical. “(The act) had created uncertainty, and made it harder to clean up properties so they could be sold,” he continued. “I have no doubt (changing it) will make a big difference.”

While Connecticut has received plaudits for its swift response to Covid-19 when it arrived, Lehman said, “There was no ‘special sauce’ involved, other than recognizing the

outlined how states can hang on to pandemic-inspired population booms.

“This is your talent pool,” said Stephen Nocera, former director of Danbury’s office of project excellence and co-author of Accenture’s “Creating Home” report.

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problem quickly and having a lot of coordination on the side of the executive branch side.

“There was no playbook from mid-March through April and even May,” he continued.

“We needed to try and understand what was happening with the virus with the best information that we had at the time.

And we understood it was a matter of prioritizing the health crisis first, but ultimately finding a balance between public health and how we went about reopening businesses.”

One black eye for the DECD came from a recently published audit of the agency, which found that it forgave $97 million in loans from 2017 to 2019 — Lehman was confirmed as commissioner in late March of 2019 — which included $1.7 million in loan forgiveness for companies that did not meet the hiring goals on which those loans had been predicated; in fact, some even reduced their workforce.

“You have to be mindful of what can happen in changing economic times,” he said.

“Sometimes bad stuff happens to good businesses.”

Nevertheless, he added, “This is why this administration has chosen to take a different approach when it comes to taxpayers’ providing incentives to bringing businesses here. With our incentive programs, you get the money after the jobs are created.”

Aspire Advisors accuses CT financial adviser of stealing clients

BY BILL HELTZEL bheltzel@westfairinc.com

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North White Plains financial firm claims that a former employee stole clients when she moved to a competing firm.

Aspire Advisors is demanding $500,000 from Sandra Rose of New Canaan, Connecticut, in a lawsuit filed April 9 in U.S. District Court, White Plains.

“Ms. Rose has aggressively worked to steal the company’s clients,” the complaint states, “and through her efforts has diverted at least $4.6 million in assets under management from Aspire to her new employer, Prudential Financial.”

Prudential is not named as a defendant, and Rose’s attorney, Brian A. Carlis, denied the allegations.

“Ms. Rose has not initiated contact with any client since the resignation of her employment from Aspire Advisors,” he said in a March 3 letter in reply to cease and desist letters from Aspire. In accepting phone calls from former clients, he said, “there is absolutely nothing inappropriate about answering client questions.”

Aspire was founded in 2010 by John J. Hamilton, according to its U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission disclosure brochure.

As of March 31, it had about 210 clients, mostly high net worth individuals, and was managing $141.5 million in assets.

Rose was hired in 2016, according to the complaint, to pitch services to prospective clients and ensure that clients were pleased with the firm’s services. She was promoted in 2019 to senior financial adviser.

Aspire said Rose was required to sign a confidentiality agreement to protect client information and the firm’s business models and strategies.

Aspire claims that the agreement also prohibited her from contacting clients, encouraging clients to take their business elsewhere or even telling clients that she was no longer employed by Aspire for 18 months after leaving the firm.

Last June, the company discovered that Rose had transferred company phone calls to her personal phone, according to the complaint, in violation of company policy. She was warned to stop.

After Rose resigned in February, Aspire said, it discovered that last May she had transferred confidential client information to her personal email account.

In the weeks following her resignation, Rose allegedly contacted at least 13 Aspire clients by telephone, email and written cards and discussed moving accounts to Prudential.

Carlis refuted the allegations “Ms. Rose has not and will not solicit clients she serviced while employed by the company,” he said in the March 3 letter.

“Ms. Rose will answer her telephone and she will answer questions posed by her clients. She will continue to advise clients that she is not permitted to ask them to move their accounts. Ms. Rose has not utilized company confidential information and trade secret information for any purpose.”

Rose does not believe she has any confidential information, he said, but she will review her personal email account and

delete any she finds.

It does not matter who initiated a contact, the complaint states, because the confidentiality agreement disallows any contacts in any form with Aspire clients, after she leaves the firm.

“Carlis’ admission that Ms. Rose is communicating with company clients is an admission she has breached the agreement,” the lawsuit states.

Aspire also accuses Rose of misappropriation of trade secrets, unjust enrichment and unfair competition.

The firm is demanding $500,000 in damages and is asking the court to order her to stop using Aspire’s confidential information and to return or destroy any trade secrets and confidential information she has.

Aspire is represented by Manhattan attorneys Jordan D. Mamorsky and David G. Gabor.

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BUSINESS INTEL NEWS For more than 70 years, the Westchester County Association has been the leading independent voice of Westchester’s business community – fostering smart growth and economic vitality in the region.

UPCOMING EVENTS WCA’s 2nd Annual Regional Workforce Development Summit April 23 | 9-10:30 AM During this virtual program, leaders from business, education, government, and nonprofits will gather to discuss the mega shifts occurring in the region’s talent ecosystem. A keynote address by NYS’ Lieutenant Governor, Kathy Hochul, will be followed by a panel discussion entitled “Leveraging the New Normal in Training, Recruiting and Retention of Talent.”

Economic Development Begins with Pro-Housing Policy A special panel on the economics and financial models for improved housing affordability.

May 18 | 10-11 AM

WCA @ WORK: KEY INITIATIVES UPDATE WCA To Lead Broadband Pilot Program The WCA has been selected by US Ignite, a national non-profit accelerating the smart city movement, to participate in Project OVERCOME. Digital connectivity has been a key focus area for the WCA for several years and the COVID-19 pandemic has certainly shed additional light on the effects of a long-standing digital divide in our region.

As part of this grant, the WCA will spearhead a 12-month pilot program, for which it has been granted $450,000 in funding. Named for the community it will serve, the Yonkers Zone (Y-Zone), is designed to pilot a digital equity solution in the underserved community of downtown Yonkers. In order to accomplish this innovative and ambitious endeavor, the WCA has partnered with the City of Yonkers, STEM Alliance, Yonkers Partners in Education, Fordham University and Westhab. Together with the WCA, these partners will be working hand in hand and each will bring contributed resources to the project to make it a success.

Highlights of this virtual program include: ways to better align zoning, taxes, and incentives; reducing systemic barriers to increase the much-needed housing supply; how communities can encourage private investment to meet their housing needs; and demystifying common myths around the topic of affordable, workforce housing.

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New York’s 2019 Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act stands as one of the most ambitious climate change laws in the world. It sets aggressive targets to nearly eliminate statewide greenhouse gas emissions over the next several decades. Unfortunately, the law is not very specific about how to get there. So far, existing infrastructure and financing mechanisms remain inadequate.

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The WCA is also providing graduate-level training in sustainability management to our professional leaders. Taught by Fordham University’s Gabelli Business School, we have created a unique curriculum in organizational sustainability. Our first cohort of “WCA Sustainability Scholars” includes managers selected from some of Westchester’s largest corporations, financial institutions, and government. These ambitious thought leaders will develop the practical skills necessary to lead enduring sustainability programs within their own organizations.

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Are investors ready for a post-pandemic economy?

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fter a year’s worth of tumult created by the Covid-19 pandemic, a genuine light at the end of the tunnel might be shining, especially for investors eager to participate in a stable economy.

Bridgeport-based People’s United Advisors detailed the encouraging economic developments and their impact on the financial markets in the April 7 webinar “The Road Ahead: Market Insights and Outlook.”

“There’s a momentum in the economy,” observed John Traynor, executive vice president and chief investment officer at People’s United Bank. “Manufacturing in the United States in the month of March hit a high that we have not seen since 1983, and we saw consumer confidence rise to the highest level in the last year. Consumers are feeling more confident about their own situation and feeling more confident about the economy.”

Spurring this new enthusiasm, Traynor pointed out, was the rapid rollout of Covid vaccinations, with nearly three-quarters of adults 65 and over being vaccinated and 38% of all adults receiving at least one dose. The cherry topping to this data, Traynor added, was the national unemployment level reaching a post-pandemic low of 6% in March.

Most importantly, Traynor insisted, these positive developments will not be ephemeral.

“We think it’s sustainable,” he said. “The actions that the Fed is taking and the actions that we’re seeing out of Washington on the fiscal stimulus side will continue and will actually help keep this economic momentum going for quite a while.”

For investors seeking a game plan for the months ahead, Traynor identified four key filters for reviewing the evolving data in order to make proper decisions: a consideration of the wider economy and its current state of health; the price of the different asset classes being selected for potential investment; the ongoing investment trends and the directions that other investors are moving in; and identifying an appetite for risk.

“We saw the market decline, we saw the pandemic, we saw a recession in March,” he said. “What we’re seeing now is an early cycle — indicators tell us that the economy is going to be improving, interest rates will probably be increasing, so we want to have more of an early cycle portfolio.”

Albert Brenner, director of investment and economic research at People’s United, said that “market sentiment is generally positive and supportive of risk assets,” but admitted optimism can get out of hand and noted that “we are watchful for signs of irrational exuberance, which we have not seen yet, fortunately.”

Brenner added that his company views risk “very differently than our competitors in the investment management business” by

sharing the sentiment of clients who view risk as a permanent loss of capital that comes with deep emotional trauma.

“It’s important to remember that risk is not a single number,” he said. “We all love upside volatility, but it is that negative volatility we don’t like. So, when the market is volatile, that gives you an opportunity to potentially sell some assets and take some profits when you think they’re overvalued.”

One area of the current economy that Brenner found dramatic were profit margins — or, more accurately, the lack thereof.

“The real striking fact is how low profit margins are right now,” he said. “We saw profit margins in the 10 and 20th percentile.

So, all things being equal, you might look at that and say, ‘Well wait a minute — low profit margins?’ But companies have room for big improvement and profits.”

Brenner also cautioned that any investing decision at this time should be based on a wider data analysis of all other investment options and not a standalone basis.

“With interest rates as low as they are right now, the prospects for bonds and cash are particularly favorable compared to stocks — even with a sharp selloff in stock prices that we experienced last March and April,” he said.

Traynor recommended that investors need to consider long-haul investing on growth stocks.

“One of the things you need to understand when you take a look at growth versus value,” he said. “Take a look at the growth indices: They’re very heavily weighted to technology stocks. If you take a look at the value indices, they’re very heavily weighted toward the financial stocks that haven’t done a whole heck of a lot for the last 10 years. Well, with this rise in interest rates and with the improving economy, the bank stocks have actually done very, very well really over the last 12 months, and especially this year.

“If we see the financial stocks continue to do well,” he added, “we’re probably going to see value stocks do well. So, one of the things that our equity team started to do last July was growth stocks have had a great run — so let’s start decreasing our emphasis on growth stocks and portfolios and move our portfolio back more toward neutral. We’ve also taken a look at some of the mutual funds and ETFs we own and portfolios and said, ‘Some of these growth funds have done very, very well. Maybe we should take some profits and move over more toward the value side of the portfolio.’”

Traynor also cautioned that investing is a long-haul commitment and the gains being planned for now will take 12 to 18 months to fully mature.

“When we’re investing client dollars, we make sure that we’re putting more money in our clients pockets and not sending additional checks down to the IRS,” he said.

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The NRP Group proposes active-adult housing on Colonial Terrace site in Cortlandt

BY PETER KATZ pkatz@westfairinc.com

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he Colonial Terrace catering facility in Cortlandt could soon be demolished pending approvals and a three-story, 135-unit multifamily residence for active adults to be called Overlook Terrace built in its place.

The NRP Group of Cleveland has partnered with Port Chester-based St. Katherine Group to develop the project on 8.7 acres at 119 Oregon Road. Overlook Terrace would be age-restricted, requiring at least one adult in a unit to be age 55 or over. No full-time medical care would be provided on the property.

In March of last year, a plan was submitted by Hawthorn Devco LLC to create a 155unit Congregate Care Senior Living Facility on the site. That plan did not move forward.

The NRP Group is seeking a zoning

change to allow an active adult residential community on the site’s current community commercial zone.

Attorneys David S. Steinmetz and Matthew J. Acocella of the White Plain-based law firm Zarin & Steinmetz wrote in a petition that while there would be a full demolition of the Colonial Terrace structure, The NRP Group and the St. Katherine Group intend to honor the history of the property by, among other things, maintaining a tree-lined entry drive and incorporating elements of Colonial Terrace history into the project.

The property was opened as a resort hotel in 1945 by Lillian and Oscar Levitz and then became a prime location for banquets and other events, especially weddings. It had been operated in recent years by the Levitzs’ daughter, Sheila, and her husband, Alan Drogy. The main building has two ballrooms,

one seating 160 and the other seating 400.

The property presently is owned by Terrace Management Inc. The project would have approximately 96 one-bedroom and 39 two-bedroom units, according to the petition. There would be approximately 146 parking spaces. Amenities would include community room and fitness room spaces, communal patios, benches, landscaped gardens and walking paths. More than half of the property would be preserved to ensure sustainable development and create space for passive recreation.

The attorneys pointed out that the proposal is consistent with the goals of Cortlandt’s Comprehensive Plan, including the goal to “create a wide range of housing choices throughout the town that provide for the needs of an increasingly diverse population throughout all life stages.”

They also noted that at the time the 2016 Comprehensive Plan was being drafted many residents called for there to be more senior housing in the town.

“Residential development trends and demographics point toward an increased need for a broad range of housing to serve a varied range of incomes, ages and family types and meet the needs of residents of all abilities and in all life stages,” according to FCBJ

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the Comprehensive Plan. “While the town continues to be dominated by single-family homes, the demand for multigenerational and more reasonably priced housing options is increasing.”

Vehicular access would be from Oregon Road, which is the main driveway for Colonial Terrace. A second existing connection that’s adjacent to homes in Waterbury Manor would be abandoned. The petition said that having one active entrance into the development from Oregon Road will minimize traffic impacts to neighbors in the Waterbury Manor neighborhood. An emergency access connection is proposed to Eton Downs.

The NRP Group was founded in 1994 and has developed and built more than 40,000 residential units in 16 states. It now manages more than 140 properties having more than 25,000 units in 11 states.

The St. Katherine Group operates in the United Kingdom as well as in the U.S. It started as a secured lender to developers but later progressed to funding, building and managing its own developments.

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How Statewide Abstract navigated the pandemic era

BY PHIL HALL phall@westfairinc.com

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hen the Covid-19 pandemic took root and the state government began to determine which businesses could remain open and which needed to shut their doors, Ken Meccia discovered his White Plains-based title insurance agency Statewide Abstract Corp. fell into the same category as grocery stores and pharmacies.

“We were designated as essential, which was all new to us,” said Meccia, president of the family-run Statewide Abstract. “We came into work, masked up and washed up the whole time.”

But while Meccia and his team were ready and willing to resume normal operations, there was a wrinkle that he did not anticipate.

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for the closing and nobody wanted to come to the closing,” he said. “Our company is based on sitting down at a closing where we take documents, we look at the person to make sure this guy is selling the property and that guy’s buying the property. We have a lot of information going back forth — but nobody wanted to come to a close.”

To bridge the Covid-induced challenge, Meccia was forced to come up with alternative solutions, which ranged from having clients outside of his office in socially distanced settings for reviewing and signing documents to having documents delivered through the mail.

Mitch Usavich, senior vice president at Statewide Abstract, noted that while the pandemic changed the way people lived and worked, it didn’t change the operational protocol and compliance guidelines associated with title insurance.

“Everyone still has to do their job,” Usavich said. “There’s nothing in this pandemic that says we’re throwing the rules out the window.”

For Usavich, the solution for dealing with apprehensive clients uncomfortable with in-office meeting was carving out extra prep time before the closing.

“We needed to be prepared a week ahead of time in order to forward documents to the appropriate person, so that it became a centralized closing where the seller’s attorney would complete all his stuff and send everything to me,” he said.

“The buyer’s attorney would complete his stuff, which sometimes included executing the bank docs ahead of time, then sending everything to us. So now as a central point, so to speak, we are in possession of all of the buyer’s stuff, the seller’s stuff and the bank’s stuff.

“At that point,” Usavich said, “we could now say, ‘Okay, everyone, everything’s done correctly. We have everything in our possession and we are ready to insure’ — which, in essence, means you’re ready now to close. And then of course, the funding would take place, people would wire funds.

The biggest obstacle was getting everyone to realize that if you’re closing tomorrow, you better have everything done already and in the hands of the correct person, because a bank is not going to just fund a million-dollar loan if all their documents were not executed correctly.”

Social distancing also created a process that turned the once-benign action of stakeholder identification into a convoluted procedure.

“If I don’t personally know you, then you have to produce documentation,” he said. “Now, you don’t want to get 10 feet near me. Imagine then I’m watching the person pull their ID from their wallet, taking a picture of it with their phone 10 feet away from me and then sending it to me.”

Usavich also found himself on the phone with attorneys reading the title

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reports together, and sometimes he also had to remind the attorneys what they were supposed to be doing during the transaction. Still, it was not uncommon for Murphy’s Law to show up.

“I had one attorney who used to tell us his obligation is to give us a deed signed and notarized,” Usavich said. “He calls me

up two weeks before the closing and I said this is what you need to give me. Two weeks go by the before the closing the guy’s on the phone and he says, ‘I’m gonna send it to you overnight.’ Next day, lo and behold, it didn’t get here — it got held up by FedEx and we close in escrow because I cannot close unless I had the original doc.”

One year into the pandemic, the rapid rollout of Covid vaccines and the easing of government edicts has brought the hope of a return to some degree of normalcy. Yet Meccia is concerned that some people are not comfortable moving beyond the pandemic-era safety nets.

“It depends on the new forms of the virus coming up,” he said. “Right now, there are people who are still afraid to come out more and there are still people that haven’t had the vaccine.”

One thing that the pandemic has not changed for Statewide Abstract is the level of its business.

“The rates were very low, although we’re just starting right now to see an uptick in the mortgage rates,” Meccia said. “There’s still the phenomenon with people coming out of Manhattan and buying all over Long Island, Connecticut, Westchester, all the way up the line into Dutchess County. So, yes we’ve been very busy.”

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Welcome to the Trenches: Women in CRE Brokerage

BY SARAH JONES-MATURO

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all 2004. My first week as a CBRE commercial real estate broker. “Welcome to the trenches,” a senior broker loudly shouted as he made his way past “The Pit,” which included my small space among the other junior brokers’ cubicles. A previous internship led me to joining the prestigious firm almost immediately after graduating college, because I loved the entrepreneurial nature of commercial real estate brokerage and the crackling office energy.

This was capitalism at its finest — a commission-based job — and my cockiness and drive would serve me well. At the time, there were only a small handful of female commercial brokers in the tristate area. At my office in New Jersey, only 6 out of 90 brokers were women and the only other female junior broker, besides myself, left the firm.

There were some advantages to being one of the only women in the industry. When it came to cold calling on potential clients, which I particularly loved, it was easier to get my foot in the door. However, once that foot was inside the prospect’s office, my intentions were taken less seriously than my senior male counterparts. Looking back at

those encounters through a more experienced, evolved lens, I attribute more of those early difficulties to being too young and inexperienced rather than strictly a gender issue.

Eleven years at CBRE flew by and with each new title and recognition from my colleagues, came an even stronger reputation as a capable broker. Those achievements were my own, but not without a personal recognition of the advantages afforded me by being from a successful real estate family and the financial safety net that protected me in case the potential wild income swings of a commission-only job landed the wrong way.

While the financial net was never needed, other forms of support propelled my career, including a strong array of wonderful mentors and partners, one of whom took on the sole responsibility of wining and dining clients after my return from maternity leave, while I prioritized being home for bedtime.

With that said, there were moments of blatant sexism and inappropriate behavior, but the fair treatment I often received far outweighed the uncomfortable situations I endured. Ultimately, commission is gender neutral and I think I was judged by my performance in all respects and few other outside factors or stereotypes.

A 2020 Commercial Real Estate Women Network’s (CREW) National Survey found only 29% of commercial brokers are women, and while that figure is up 6% since 2015, the number is still way too low. The New York City regional number is certainly less than 29%, and even lower in Westchester and Fairfield counties where the number of men dominate the business.

Since this is a predominantly commission-only career path, and there is no visible bias in this form of compensation across genders or races, the number of female commercial real estate brokers should be considerably higher and yet, this remains an elusive goal.

Historically, the main issue was prospecting, especially within office and industrial brokerage. Most decision makers were male and given this is a relationship business, bonding between clients and brokers often meant participating in activities such as fishing, hunting and golf. Women were not excluded, but in many instances, their presence was unwelcomed, which proved a hindrance to making those important personal connections outside the office.

Yet, I remain optimistic about the future of women in commercial real estate. There

is a sea change that is gradual, but present among the C-Suite. More and more women are getting to that level and getting to other positions of authority. Further, companies and institutions are being highly deliberate about choosing vendors (a classification CRE brokerage would fall into) that are diverse in some capacity. While CRE brokerage is still a game of relationship building, the access to those relationships is in the process of shifting dramatically.

In 2015, I made the shift from transactional brokerage to running a brokerage company closer to home in Westchester County. Being a female, especially under 40, in a leadership position has been proven more challenging than anything I have faced before. However, being surrounded by a phenomenal, supportive staff and brokerage team that is both gender and racially diverse, has meant I can construct an office environment based upon mutual respect and unbridled camaraderie.

The RM Friedland trenches look a little different than the trenches I started in nearly 20 years ago.

Sarah Jones-Maturo is president of RM Friedland, the largest privately held commercial real estate company in Westchester. She can be contacted at sjonesmaturo@rmfriedland.com.

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Buy low, sell high” may be one of real estate’s fundamental maxims — but what if a homeowner can’t solve the “sell-before-you-buy” dilemma in today’s tight marketplace?

One solution: Let the broker buy the existing home, thus enabling homeowners to unlock their house’s equity quickly in order to make a noncontingent offer on their next home.

The practice is called “iBuying,” which differs from house flipping in that the former usually focuses on homes in good condition and involves offers based on fair market value. Flipping typically involves nabbing distressed properties that then undergo major renovations in order to be sold for a major profit.

William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance (WRRE), the family-owned real estate company spanning the Northeast and Florida, is now getting into the iBuying game with its Raveis Purchase program.

“The bottom line is that we want to help our agents help our customers,” Ryan Raveis, co-president of WRRE and president of William Raveis Mortgage, told the Business Journal.

“About a year ago we saw that there was going to be a lack of listings coming onto the market, which along with low mortgage rates resulted in what we’re seeing now — high demand and low inventory.”

Raveis said that sales are off by roughly 30% this year compared to years past, with customers interested in trying to capitalize on the hot market stymied by not being able to hold two mortgages at once.

“We are a mortgage company as well,” he noted. “But while we offer bridge loans, that isn’t what this is. Raveis is taking over the title for the property, so the homeowner benefits.”

WRRE has a team of experts that appraises the property using multiple automated valuation models, then makes the homeowner a “custom purchase offer” — up to 80% of its current value — which Raveis said unlocks the majority of the equity, allowing the homeowner to settle any mortgages.

Using another new tool, Raveis Refresh, WRRE then prepares the home for sale by making any necessary upgrades and renovations in order to maximize the home’s value, which Raveis said helps move the home more quickly and at the highest possible price. The end sale price, he added, will be market-driven and the house will be sold to the highest — not

necessarily the first — bidder.

The service is available throughout Raveis’ nine-state footprint — Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, New York, New Jersey and Florida — and for homes at all price points.

The new tools are already being well received by the firm’s agents, who “love it,” Raveis said. “There are a couple of

hundred deals that we’re looking at now and a couple hundred that are under contract.”

He further predicted that as the service becomes more popular it will loosen the tight real estate market.

“It’s like you have a big block of ice and we’re chipping it down to the point where we’ll have enough inventory for the market,” he said.

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The brick building at 184 Atlantic St. is adjacent to the Stamford Town Center Mall in the heart of the city’s commercial business district. The property spans more than 22,800 square feet and has 32 reserved parking spaces.

The Heritage Building was one of the offices of Silver Golub & Teitell LLP for the past 40 years and is being made available as a vacant offering that can either maintain a single-tenant setup or be reconfigured for multiple tenants.

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he Greenwich mansion that was reportedly the birthplace of the Oreo cookie has been listed for sale at $15.9 million.

The 10,000-square-foot residence at 78 Mayo Ave. dates back to 1886 and was originally the home of Horace A. Hutchins, a co-founder of the Standard Oil Co. and a business partner of John D. Rockefeller.

But the home’s claim to pop culture fame came when a subsequent owner — Adolphus W. Green, chairman of the National Biscuit Co., the forerunner of Nabisco — acquired the property as a sum-

mer home and used the kitchen to test new products, most notably the black-andwhite Oreo cookie in 1912.

But Greenwich’s claim to cookie immortality is in dispute: Some sources place the Oreo’s origin in New York City, while others point out Green’s company did not develop the Oreo so much as they borrowed its distinctive black-and-white configuration from the popular Hydrox cookies that preceded it to market by four years.

Cookie history notwithstanding, the house is on a 1-acre property and has six bathrooms, 7 ½ bathrooms, a 51-foot by 22-foot pool with spa and cabana, and a geothermal HVAC system. The home was last sold in October 2013 for $6.45 million.

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STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN NATIONAL VOLUNTEER MONTH Two students at Scarsdale High school, Natalie Hu and Alexandra Simon, are volunteering to improve the lives of children around the world and are encouraging their fellow students to get involved especially now during April National Volunteer Month.

Hu and Simon both got involved volunteering with Operation Smile Club, a global nonprofit dedicated to providing free reconstructive cleft surgery to areas of the world where it’s needed most.

“I became a really involved and active club member because I loved what Operation Smile was doing and I wanted to be a part of it,” explained Simon.

“The thing I love most about working as a volunteer is the feeling of accomplishment after an event. It takes a lot of time and effort to organize events and it all pays off in the end,” Hu said.

“It is the combination of knowing that our work is paying off and that we are helping people all over the world in the process that makes volunteering valuable to me.”

One of their fundraisers produced $1,000 for Operation Smile, which ultimately allowed five people to receive free reconstructive cleft surgery and related care.

Operation Smile revolutionized cleft surgery globally in 1982. With nearly four decades of experience as one of the largest surgical volunteer-based nonprofits, Operation Smile staff, its private-public partnerships and thousands of volunteers have improved the health and dignity of patients with cleft conditions, helping them to better breathe, eat, speak and live lives of greater quality and confidence.

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From left: Michael Ayles, Michael LoSasso, Paul Antinozzi and Paul Lisi.

Paul Antinozzi, AIA, recently announced that Antinozzi Associates PC will now be led by firm principals Michael Ayles, FAIA, NCARB; Paul Lisi, AIA, BCEO; and Michael LoSasso, AIA, LEED|AP BD+C. Antinozzi will remain with the firm as principal emeritus while Ayles, Lisi and LoSasso take on the day-to-day man-

agement of the firm. This leadership transition positions the firm to build upon the success of its 65-year history and implement a strong succession plan for the coming years.

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firm, believing that a fluid mix of teamwork and individual talent produces the quality results the firm is known for.

Antinozzi Associates continues to provide essential architectural and interior design services on projects in Connecticut and Rhode Island, as part of regional expansion efforts.

HOUSATONIC MUSEUM CELEBRATES EARTH DAY WITH SCREENING The award-winning film “The Biggest Little Farm” complete with its breathtaking cinematography, captivating animals and an urgent message to heed Mother Nature’s call for a vital blueprint for better living and a healthier planet will be presented by the Housatonic Museum of Art in Bridgeport.

The complementary screening will be available online starting Earth Day, Thursday, April 22 through April 24. Visit Housatonicmuseum.org to enjoy this special showing free of charge.

The film chronicles the eight-year quest of John and Molly Chester as they trade city living for 200 acres of barren farmland and a dream to harvest in harmony with nature.

Through dogged perseverance and embracing the opportunity provided by nature’s conflicts, the Chesters unlock and uncover a biodiverse design for living that exists far beyond their farm, its seasons and our wildest imagination.

“This poignant nature documentary follows the Chesters’ journey to return to the land and run an organic, biodynamic farm.

As viewers, we get a front-row seat to the ups and downs of agricultural life and a new appreciation for the ecosystems that farms establish,” said Robbin Zella, museum director.

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Housatonic Museum of Art presents an Earth Day screening of “The Biggest Little Farm”, a powerful documentary about the making of a fully sustainable farm.

Pitney Bowes; Avangrid; and Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company supported the program.

Housatonic Museum of Art (HMA) has welcomed more than 500,000 visitors to explore the exhibits and collection of almost 6,000 works that span the history of art

from the ancient to the contemporary. As one of the premier college art collections in the United States and the only museum in Bridgeport solely dedicated to visual arts, HMA’s permanent collection is on continuous display throughout the Housatonic Community College.

RHEUMATOLOGIST JOINS ONS Melissa LaRusso, DO, a board-certified rheumatologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of rheumatic diseases with a particular interest in inflammatory arthritis, including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis, has joined ONS and sees patients in ONS Greenwich and Stamford offices.

LaRusso graduated from St. John’s University with a Bachelor of Science degree in pharmacy, magna cum laude.

She earned her doctoral degree of osteopathic medicine at the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine in Old Westbury, practiced her residency in internal medicine at Beth Israel Medical Center and completed her rheumatology fellowship at North Shore-LIJ Health System in Manhasset.

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SILVERSOURCE TO FEATURE GREENWICH HOSPITAL EXPERT The 2021 SilverSource Film and Awards event, “Coming of Age in Aging America: Challenges and Solutions,” will be held online Wednesday, April 21 at 6 p.m. The program features a panel discussion about the film “Coming of Age in Aging America” led by Roni Lang, LCSW, of the Department of Psychiatry, Greenwich Hospital.

In addition to Lang, filmmaker Christine Herbes-Sommers and several local experts will serve on the panel to discuss issues critical to aging. The panelists include Marie Allen, executive director, Southwestern Connecticut Agency on Aging; Ellen Bromley, director of social services, city of Stamford; and Ralph Blessing, land use bureau chief and planning director, city of Stamford.

“As we consider the challenges and benefits of an aging society, we look forward to bringing the community together to explore ideas and celebrate longevity at our film and awards event,” said Kathleen Bordelon, CEO, SilverSource.

The virtual event will also include presentation of the 2021 SilverSource Awards, which celebrate the exceptional contributions made to improve and enrich the lives of older adults in Fairfield County by individuals, organizations and volunteers, particularly during the pandemic.

Admission is free, but registration is required (https://silversource.org). Registrants will be sent a link to view the film, “Coming of Age in Aging America,” in advance of the event, as well as a Zoom invitation to the discussion and awards. This program has been approved for Continuing Education Credit Hours by the National Association of Social Workers, Connecticut and meets the continuing education criteria for Connecticut Social Work Licensure renewal.

Approval also meets the continuing education criteria for CT LMFTs, LPCs and licensed psychologists.

SilverSource, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, located at Summer St., Stamford, provides a safety net to seniors in need.

The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum at 258 Main St. in Ridgefield has inaugurated Aldrich Projects, a single-artist series that spotlights a singular work or a focused body of work by an artist every four months on the museum’s campus. The first in this series is Clarity Haynes: Collective Transmission in which the artist debuts two new paintings, Birth Altar, 2020–2021 (2021) and Altar for Femme Joy (2020), from her ongoing Altar series, 2000, she describes as queer feminist spaces liberated from patriarchy. Clarity Haynes: Collective Transmission will be on view from April 28 to Sept. 6. Accompanying this presentation is an audio piece by Haynes about the works on view.

Haynes, a queer feminist artist,

Clarity Haynes, Birth Altar, 2020-2021, 2021 (left), and Altar for Femme Joy, 2020 (right). Courtesy of the artist and New Discretions. Courtesy Tom Powel Imaging.

writer and educator, whose work spans painting, drawing and social practice, received her MFA from Brooklyn College and CFA from the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. Her work has

been widely exhibited and she has received awards from the Pollock-Krasner Foundation, the New York Foundation for the Arts, the MacDowell Colony and Yaddo.

PARADICE CLASSIC CRUISERS ROARING BACK TO LITCHFIELD CROSSINGS Car fans and owners are preparing to celebrate the return of Paradice Classic Cruisers the popular family-friendly Cruise Nights, beginning May 5 at Litchfield Crossings, New Milford’s largest shopping center at 169 Danbury Road.

From 5 p.m. till dusk every Tuesday all summer long, club members and classic car owners can reminisce, take a chance on the 50/50 drawing and cheer for the car of the week. (Attendees are requested to wear masks and observe social distancing.)

“We are thrilled to host Paradice Classic Cruisers for a lucky seventh season and welcome back all of the area’s classic car fans. Thank-you for your support and a big welcome to first-timers,” said Kristen Gizzi, executive director of Litchfield Crossings.

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CONTEST EXPLORED LESSONS LEARNED FROM THE PANDEMIC Lifting Up Westchester in White Plains, a nonprofit agency committed to helping individuals restore their independence, will reveal the winners of its fourth annual student essay contest, which was open to all Westchester students in the 7 th to 12 th grades, during a May 2 Awards Ceremony conducted over Zoom with Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano and Eileen Gallagher, chair of the English Department at Keio Academy of New York, presiding.

Students were asked to write about the changes and challenges they experienced during the pandemic and how those experiences might be the same or different for individuals who are homeless or low-income.

“This year’s essay contest topic clearly struck a chord,” said Anahaita Kotval, CEO of Lifting Up Westchester. “We received essays from 441 students representing 76 middle and high schools throughout Westchester. Many of the students shared

Ferraro, Amodio & Zarecki CPAs (FAZ), a forensic accounting, business valuation and business advisory firm and Hudson Forensic Solutions (HFS), a boutique forensic firm have merged.

The union is designed to provide the Hudson Valley with expanded services in business valuations, fraud and financial investigations, economic damage analysis, litigation support, expert testimony, as well as business-growth consulting, exit planning and investment banking services. As a result of the merger, FAZ now also operates out of White Plains, covering Westchester County and the entire Hudson Valley.

“Combining with John Loughren and Hudson Forensic Solutions gives us a wider geographic reach, expanded resources and proven expertise for enhanced performance on our business valuation, forensic accounting and business advisory engagements,” FAZ partner Stephen Ferraro said.

“For decades, the FAZ team members have served as valued consultants and forensic experts for attorneys, insurance companies, middle market businesses, not-for-profits and governmental entities. Working with a well-established player like FAZ has instantly enhanced our ability to provide a wider variety of services for a broader range of clients in Westchester County and the surrounding areas,” HFS Managing Partner John Loughren.

Headquartered in Saratoga Springs, FAZ also has a presence in Albany, Boston and New York City.

deeply personal stories about how the pandemic had affected them, their families, their friends and their community….” A panel of 61 judges reviewed the essays to select the ultimate winners.

For four decades Lifting UP Westchester, one of the county’s largest social service nonprofits, has concentrated on making sure that neighbors in need of critical resources are supported so they can regain their independence.

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Good Things NYMC LAUNCHES FREE FOOD PANTRY ON ITS CAMPUS It is estimated that 15% of college and university students are food insecure and do not have reliable and consistent access to sufficient quantities of affordable and nutrient-rich food. Students dealing with food insecurity often have difficulty concentrating on their studies and may suffer from depression, low self-esteem and social isolation.

In the age of Covid, this problem has become exacerbated and affects individuals of all demographics.

Dr. Denise Tahara, an associate professor of health policy and management at New York Medical College (NYMC) recognized the need for accessible food options in the surrounding

area of NYMC and launched a free food pantry open for students and the entire surrounding community on campus.

Located outside the alumni house at 20 Sunshine Cottage Road in Valhalla, the community food pantry is stocked with nonperishable food items and other items donated by the NYMC community. Tahara coordinates the pantry alongside student volunteers from NYMC’s school of health sciences and practice.

Since its inception, the food pantry has had more than 200 food items donated and distributed to those in need.

Empire City employees, including MGM Resorts Northeast Group President Chris Kelley and Senior Vice President and CFO Ed Domingo, filling out the first batch of 60 birthday cards that were recently sent to seniors in the community. Courtesy Empire City Casino by MGM Resorts.

A JOURNEY DURING COVID-19 Fitness centers and their members endured many challenges during the yearlong pandemic. After being shut down for about three months last spring, fitness centers across Connecticut reopened in June with extensive safety measures in place. Planet Fitness, for example, implemented a variety of protocols to protect the health of its staff and members, including mask mandates, social distancing requirements, enhanced cleaning routines, digital check-ins and other measures.

“Before the virus took over, I was down to 173 pounds. By the time restrictions lifted, I had gained more than 20 pounds because I wasn’t able to push myself as hard as I could at the gym,” said Norwich resident Peter Wolchesky, just one example of com-

ments from residents about their state of fitness.

Fitness centers have been utilized by thousands of Connecticut residents as a way to boost their physical and mental health during this challenging year. In addition to the physical benefits of exercise – an important tool to fight Covid-19 – working out also provides significant mental health benefits, including stress relief, reduced feelings of depression and anxiety, better sleep habits and an opportunity for socialization.

Founded in 1992 in Dover, New Hampshire, Planet Fitness is one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the United States by number of members and locations.

FARM PROJECT TO INCREASE FOOD ACCESS AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION The Poughkeepsie Farm Project (PFP) is working with Scenic Hudson to create a part-time farm steward position to run a new quarter-acre urban farm taking root in the heart of Poughkeepsie from April-October. The Pershing Avenue Farm will be a community-led food resource and skill-building hub for children and families that lack easy access to fresh produce and after-school programming. PFP’s new position will support and sustain the community garden and implement educational programming at the farm.

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ratively within the Pershing Avenue neighborhood.

PFP’s Executive Director Madeline Henriquez said, “Our mission is to cultivate local leadership in sustainable farming, food access and education to foster an inclusive and welcoming community for everyone. We envision a community that works collaboratively to provide equitable access to nutritious food through a just and resilient food system.”

To learn more about the Poughkeepsie Farm Project and the farm steward position, contact Executive Assistant Lydia Hatfield at pfpadmin@farmproject.org.

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Empire City Casino by MGM Resorts is partnering with the Yonkers Office of the Aging and Catholic Charities to send birthday cards to Yonkers’ senior citizens who have been homebound as a result of the pandemic.

As part of its commitment to

caring for the communities which it serves, Empire City launched a new monthly “Birthday Cards for Seniors” program for its employees to offer kind words and warm birthday wishes for their senior neighbors. During the last week of each month, Empire City employees will

compose birthday wishes that will be sent to seniors with the help of the program’s partner organizations. Volunteerism is one of the pillars of MGM Resorts’ initiatives with a goal of surpassing more than one million cumulative volunteer hours in the next few years.

LOCAL MANUFACTURER’S STRATEGIC EFFORTS FOR GROWTH

Jason Geck

Aaron Jaras

Kimberly Cassar

Kari-Out Company in Tarrytown, a manufacturer, importer and nationwide distributor of sauces, paper, aluminum and plastic products in the restaurant takeout industry recently announced a series of hiring moves that will significantly contribute to its strategic efforts to accelerate growth through product innovation, strong supplier relations and talented leadership.

“Kari-Out has been very fortunate to have a dedicated and passionate team focused on customer service and growth. As we continue to expand our business, we have been aggressive with our talent acquisition and we are excited to bring in three critical leaders to our organization. I am delighted to welcome these new leaders to the Kari-

Out team as we build for the future.

Like any successful company, finding the best talent for our organization and the best fit for our organization—is a top priority. It’s equally important that we take care of our employees at every level, fostering a work environment and providing opportunities that help us keep the best people once we’ve found them. The high caliber of these new associates is evidence that our people-oriented approach is working,” said Paul Epstein, president and CEO Jason Geck was hired as vice president of sales in January. He started his career in the food packaging industry as a district sales representative with Dart Container.

Aaron Jaras was hired in December

2020 to lead Kari-Out’s sourcing and procurement team after managing the retail and promotion category at L’OREAL USA. Kimberly Cassar comes to KariOut Company from Kayco – the largest manufacturer and distributor of Kosher food in the world. She will lead Kari-Out’s innovation and branding strategy.

Founded in 1964, Kari-Out is a family-owned company with more than 55 years of diversified manufacturing experience in to-go food packaging in the United States. The company employs more than 500 people and has six facilities throughout North America supplying independent and national food service distributors.

WESTCHESTER ENTREPRENEUR CREATES MAKERSPACE EXPERIENCE AT IONA

KEEPING RESIDENTS IN THE SWIM

SPRING MARKET AT THE MUSEUM

Rob Kissner with Iona student.

Westport Museum for History and Culture at 25 Avery Place in Westport is hosting a spring market Saturday, May 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; rain date is May 8. (Masks are required.)

The museum, in partnership with the Westport Garden Club, will present spring flowers, some specialty teas, coffee and fresh baked goods from Bubble and Brew and more from local and regional vendors in time for Mother’s Day. Enjoy activities and special demonstrations throughout the day from the Garden Club, as well as preorders for its annual plant sale. Kids’ art activities will be provided by One River School.

This is a free event offered on the grounds of the museum, admission numbers will be monitored.

Rob Kissner, founder and president of the Digital Arts Experience, has joined the Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at Iona College in New Rochelle as its inaugural designer-inresidence (DIR). He will work on creating a dynamic makerspace experience at the Hynes Institute where students can tinker, design, create and build prototypes for new ideas as they strive to solve real-world challenges.

Iona’s Makerspace Experience will commence during the spring semester, including a dedicated makerspace at the Hynes Institute’s 3,800-square-foot, state-of-the-art coworking and learning space. Pop-up makerspace experiences across campus will also introduce Iona

students to the power of making and creating to foster creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship.

“We are truly delighted to bring these prototyping capabilities to our space on Iona’s campus,” said Christoph Winkler, Ph.D., endowed professor and founding program director at the Hynes Institute.

“Having Rob on board as DIR will help us build an exciting experiential program for our students as we continue to establish ourselves as the leading interdisciplinary entrepreneurship and innovation program in the region.”

Kissner, who started with the Hynes Institute as an adjunct lecturer in 2018, said “…The new DIR position brings a whole new level of opportunity to Iona

students, providing them with space, tools and support in their exploration of prototyping and making….”

In 2012, Kissner founded the Digital Arts Experience, whose mission is to offer kids and teens in the community with access and exposure to the world of creative technology in a fun and safe environment. It provides programming to hundreds of local kids.

Established in 2017, the Hynes Institute is an interdisciplinary hub for the development of creativity and leadership skills critical for success in a global economy. The Hynes Institute was established through a record-setting $15 million gift from James P. Hynes ’69, ’01H and Anne Marie Hynes.

The Westchester County Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation’s Aquatics Division has been named a Top 200 Provider by the American Red Cross.

County Executive George Latimer said, “Despite the challenges Covid-19 posed at our pools and beaches last summer, we were able to operate successfully. It wouldn’t be possible without the commitment our Aquatics Division, which dedicates hundreds of hours each year to training our lifeguards. I congratulate them for this outstanding accomplishment and thank them for their efforts.”

In 2020, Westchester County trained 204 lifeguards through the Red Cross.

Commissioner of the Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation Kathy O’Connor said, “... Each season, our aquatics division does a phenomenal job of preparing our lifeguards, which enhances the overall experience of our facilities for our guests. We’re pleased they have been recognized by the American Red Cross for their work.”

LIONS AND SEDONA DONATE TO FULLER CENTER Larchmont Mamaroneck Lions and Mamaroneck’s Sedona Taphouse continue their “Monday’s Dine Out for Charity.” The donations raised for the month of March will go to the Fuller Center of Westchester.

The monthly Monday program at Sedona involves the donation of $2 to the chosen charity per steak lunch and dinner served.

To encourage support, Sedona has lowered its $18 steak meal to $10. $1,180 was the Sedona total, which the Lions augmented with $1,000. Combined with an auction and other donations, the total was more than $5,000 for The Fuller Center of Westchester, a local affiliate of a nonprofit group based in New Rochelle that builds homes for underprivileged families and responds to disaster relief.

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Good Things UNITED WAY TEES UP FOR GOLF EVENT Join the first annual United We Golf Tournament, hosted by United Way of Coastal Fairfield County on May 17 at Tashua Knolls Golf Course in Trumbull.

Proceeds will benefit United Way’s Rebuilding Stronger fund, which helps Fairfield County neighbors recover from the fallout of the Covid-19 pandemic. Currently, at least one out of six neighbors in every town is struggling to make ends meet.

Event co-chairs and United Way Board members are Steve Vavrek and Christina Bodine-Aysseh.

Foursomes will compete in a scramble for the United Cup, with scoring using handicaps. The entry fee of $200 covers 18-hole tournament play, cart, contests, prizes, swag and catered food. The Tashua Knolls course features 27 holes built on rolling, picturesque farmland.

According to United Way CEO Jeff

Kimball, “The fun is all for a serious cause: helping our neighbors who are struggling to make ends meet during this difficult time.”

Last year, calls to United Way’s 2-1-1 helpline from Fairfield County increased by 70%. Requests for food tripled; calls for rental assistance nearly doubled. Added Kimball, “People who never needed help before need it now.”

For more information about the tournament or to learn how you can make a difference in the lives of struggling Fairfield County neighbors, contact Kimball at jkimball@unitedwaycfc.org or Development Director Faith Douglass (fdouglass@unitedwaycfc.org).

To register for play, visit https://unitedwegolf.splashthat.com/ or join as a sponsor for additional benefits. The entry fee is 80% tax deductible.

WELLNESS PROGRAM OFFERS FREE ONLINE YOGA CLASSES Yoga In Our City, presented by ConnectiCare in Farmington, recently announced the launch of free, virtual yoga classes for residents of all ages, backgrounds and skill levels to stay in shape and achieve peace of mind.

Typically, Yoga In Our City offers free, outdoor yoga classes at parks in Bridgeport, Hartford, New Haven and Waterbury during the summer months.

Due to its success and the current increased demand for programs that provide physical and mental health benefits it has extended its virtual classes from March through May when the outdoor program will resume.

“We encourage our members to practice self-care by making time for their physical and mental health. By sponsoring the virtual winter session of Yoga In Our City, we are continuing to bring the many health benefits of yoga to all Connecticut residents free of charge,” said

Kimberly Kann, senior director, public relations and corporate communications at ConnectiCare. “Taught by independent local instructors, the virtual classes are pre-recorded at ConnectiCare’s Manchester and Shelton centers and archived on the Yoga In Our City website for participants to access from the comfort of their own homes.”

New sessions will be released three to five times per week.

All of the classes are free and open to the public and registration is not required.

Consult your physician before beginning any new exercise program.

ConnectiCare, founded in 1981, is a leading health plan in the state of Connecticut dedicated to making the state a healthier place to live and work. It is a subsidiary of WellSpark Health, a national wellbeing, disease prevention and management company, and it is part of the EmblemHealth family of companies.

UNITED WAY AND CREDIT UNION OFFER FINANCIAL WELLNESS SEMINAR United Way of Westchester and Putnam is partnering with Hudson Valley Credit Union (HVCU) to encourage better budgeting and saving among individuals and families via an online seminar. This one-hour, virtual seminar will be held Wednesday, April 21, at 12:30 p.m. and is open to all Westchester and Putnam County community members.

The seminar will cover basic budgeting concepts and tips on creating an emergency fund.

“Dealing with finances in the midst of a public health crisis has been a major stressor for so many of our community members,” said Tom Gabriel, president and CEO of United Way of Westchester and Putnam.

“We appreciate their (HVCU) commitment to supporting those who are living paycheck to paycheck or in poverty.”

“The past year has truly taught us the importance of staying financially prepared for the unexpected,” said HVCU Assistant Vice President Lisa Morris. “This seminar will help participants learn easy ways to budget

and prepare for emergencies ahead of time.

They’ll learn the important first steps they can take to achieve their financial goals.”

Hudson Valley Credit Union is a community-based financial cooperative located in the Hudson Valley region of New York

state with total assets of more than $6 billion, 20 branches and approximately 800 employees.

Registration for the seminar can be done online at uwwp.org/ financial-seminar-registration.

OPENING ITS ARMS TO HEALTH CARE: OPEN DOOR Open Door Family Medical Center’s mission has remained consistent since 1972: to provide high-quality health care that’s affordable, accessible and efficient.

Currently, Open Door cares for more than 1,000 adults and children every day in Westchester, Putnam and Ulster counties – with more than 300,000 patient visits and more than 400 babies delivered annually – regardless of one’s ability to pay. In addition to medical, dental, pediatric, women’s, podiatry and behavioral health care offered in its Ossining, Port Chester, Sleepy Hollow, Mount Kisco, Brewster, Mamaroneck sites; seven School-Based Health Centers in the Ossining and Port Chester school districts; a mobile dental and dental practice in

A few Open Door Family Medical Center staff on the occasion of administering the 20,000th Covid-19 vaccine, outside its Ossining center.

Saugerties, Open Door promotes wellness, good nutrition, stress reduction and physical activity to help families stay healthy. It has been recognized as

the No. 1 New York State Health Disparity Reducer and a leading Access Enhancer by the Health Resources Service Administration.

NICHOLAS CENTER EXPANDS AUTISM SUPPORT SERVICES TO COUNTY

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Six months after making preparations to expand to Westchester County, Long Island-based nonprofit The Nicholas Center (TNC) has opened in Pleasantville offering opportunity and promoting inclusion to individuals with autism and related disabilities. TNC, which specializes in autism support, vocational training, community partnership and peer connection has experienced quite a rise from its early days when the idea took root 10 years ago in a small barn at Co-founder Stella Spanakos’ Long Island home. Today, the organization FCBJ

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works with more than 100 individuals in two locations and offers virtual programming launched during the Covid shut down in 2020.

“We are proud to have expanded our services to Westchester County and to partner with myriad organizations, businesses and neighbors in the region to further our mission. For 10 years, working with our partners at Spectrum Designs Foundation, we have addressed some of the most pressing issues facing the autism community and developed innovative solutions to drive trans-

formational change, even during the greatest health crisis of our time. We have worked to advance inclusion, bridge gaps in service disparities and support the needs of people with autism across Long Island and now in Westchester,” said Co-founder and Executive Director Nicole Sugrue.

TNC was awarded the New York State Senate Empire Business Award as “the most impactful and socially innovative agency of its kind in New York state.” The scope of the organization’s programming includes daily virtual sessions, a weekly

online news program, community engagement opportunities to help neighbors and businesses to hands-on pre-vocational training and employment.

“I am proud of the ground-breaking work and innovative achievements of our staff and participants. The secret sauce? Focus on the individual —— meeting each person where they are and assisting with what they need. This has been a winning combination. I have seen the difference firsthand in the lives of individuals with autism,” said TNC Board President Amy Beyer.

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U.S. BANKRUPTCY COURT White Plains & Poughkeepsie Local business cases, April 7 - 13 Younjin Kim, Nanuet, doing business as YR KIMS Inc. and Idea Coffee, 21-22202-RDD: Chapter 7, assets $129,050, liabilities $241,447.

Attorney: Joshua Sung Soo Lee. Michael E. Smith, Somers, doing business as Griffin Security Agency Inc., 21-22203-SHL: Chapter 11, assets $157,834, liabilities $18,878,861, attorney Julie C. Curley.

U.S. DISTRICT COURT, White Plains Local business cases, April 7 – 13 Aspire Advisors, North White Plains vs. Sandra Rose, New Canaan, Connecticut, 21-cv-3075-NSR: Breach of contract.

Attorneys: Jordan D. Mamorsky and David G. Gabor.

Syed Alamgir Ahmed, Bronx vs. 3441 Ossining Pizza, Ossining, et al, 21-cv-3113-CS: Fair Labor Standards Act. Attorneys: Suryia Rahman and Naresh M. Gehi.

Elsa Mendoza, Westchester, et al vs. Taco Street Bar and Kitchen Inc. and Greeley Pizza Corp., Chappaqua, et al, 21-cv-3171: Fair Labor Standards Act. Attorney: Louis Pechman.

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

Abdullah Al Mamun, Bronx vs.

3441 Ossining Pizza, Ossining, et al, 21-cv-3203: Fair Labor Standards Act. Attorneys: Suryia Rahman and Naresh M. Gehi.

DEEDS Above $1 million 210 Ferris Avenue LLC, Mount Vernon. Seller: 206 Ferris Avenue LLC, White Plains. Property: 206 Ferris Ave., White Plains. Amount: $4.1 million. Filed March 29.

62 Main LP, Chappaqua. Seller: Family YMCA of Tarrytown, Tarrytown. Property: 62 Main St., Greenburgh. Amount: $6.4 million.

Filed April 1.

BN Mamaroneck LLC, Glencoe, Illinois. Seller: Rye Neck Realty LLC, Mamaroneck. Property: 1621 Harrison Ave., Rye. Amount: $1.7 million. Filed April 1.

Dae Home LLC, Bundal, QLD. Seller: Lucy L. Klingenstein, Purchase. Property: 3889 Purchase St., Harrison. Amount: $4.9 million.

Filed April 2.

Halmar Inc., Hastings on the Hudson. Seller: Mary Jo Winterer, The Villages, Florida. Property: 1 Renaissance Square, 26A, White Plains. Amount: $1.1 million. Filed April 2.

Riverview Industrial Park LLC, Mount Kisco. Seller: Appian Way Ventures LLC, Verplanck.

Property: 260 Sixth St., Cortlandt.

Amount: $2.1 million. Filed March 30.

The Bank of New York Mellon.

Seller: Carl L. Finger, White Plains.

Property: 4 Brookfield Road, Eastchester. Amount: $1.4 million.

Filed March 29.

Waccabuc Country Club Corporation, Waccabuc. Seller: Ronald J. Yoo, et al, New York. Property: 74 Mead St., Lewisboro. Amount: $1.3 million. Filed April 2.

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Below $1 million 211 Purchase Street LLC, Rye Brook. Seller: Richard J. Barber Jr., Rye. Property: 211 Purchase St., Rye. Amount: $770,000. Filed March 30.

36 Avon LLC, Forest Hills. Seller: Beth Weingast Halperin, New Rochelle. Property: 36 Avon Road, New Rochelle. Amount: $995,000.

Filed March 30.

526 Commerce LLC, Hawthorne.

Seller: Cynthia Mele, Hawthorne.

Property: 526 Commerce St., Mount Pleasant. Amount: $340,000. Filed April 2.

Bedford230 LLC, Greenwich, Connecticut. Seller: Jay Rose, et al, Alamo, California. Property: East Lane, North Castle. Amount: $12,106. Filed March 29.

Deal House Capital Fund I LLC, Mamaroneck. Seller: Gold Score Properties Inc., Washingtonville.

Property: 50 Harding Drive, New Rochelle. Amount: $515,000. Filed April 1.

DFF Properties LLC, Stamford, Connecticut. Seller: Angela C. Schultz, Port Chester. Property: 15 Clark Place, Rye. Amount: $315,000. Filed March 31.

Federal National Mortgage Association. Seller: Margaret H. De Streel, South Salem. Property: 3 Truesdale Woods Road, Lewisboro. Amount: $281,908.

Filed April 2.

Federal National Mortgage Association. Seller: Stephen Gold, White Plains. Property: 565 Locust Ave., Rye. Amount: $350,904. Filed April 2.

Gold Score Properties Inc., Washingtonville. Seller: Leslie A. Annunziata, Yorktown Heights.

Property: 50 Harding Drive, New Rochelle. Amount: $459,000. Filed April 1.

MEM Flipp Corp., Bronxville.

Seller: Mary Musolino, Ossining.

Property: 33 Fuller Road, Ossining.

Amount: $300,000. Filed April 2.

MPH2 LLC, Oceanside. Seller: Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Property: 2527 Garden Lane, Yorktown. Amount: $278,333. Filed April 2.

Sondra Rosen LLC, New York City. Seller: John S. Failla, et al, West Palm Beach, Florida. Property: 16 Idlewood Road, White Plains.

Amount: $955,000. Filed March 31.

The Best B LLC, Mount Vernon.

Seller: U.S. Bank Trust N.A. Property: 115 Washington St., Mount Vernon. Amount: $366,000. Filed March 31.

U.S. Bank N.A. Seller: Victor A. Moran, Waterbury, Connecticut.

Property: 27 Woodside Ave., Greenburgh. Amount: $303,050.

Filed April 2.

VAR Properties NY LLC, Brewster. Seller: Rochelle Zeitlin, Pelham. Property: 98 Walnut Road, Cortlandt. Amount: $191,000. Filed March 30.

Wilmington Savings Fund Society FSB. Seller: Dennis Edward Krolian, White Plains. Property: 19 Polk Place, Greenburgh. Amount: $445,715. Filed April 2.

JUDGMENTS 11-07 Welling Court LLC, Astoria. $16,299 in favor of Uplift Elevator of NY Inc., Mount Vernon.

Filed March 31.

Executive Millwork Corp., Yonkers. $6,014 as claimed by Marjam Supply Company Inc., Farmingdale. Filed March 29.

White Plains Ambulatory Surgery Center LLC, White Plains. $7,900 in favor of Fortec Medical Inc., Hudson, Ohio. Filed March 31.

LIS PENDENS

Council, James T. Jr., et al. Filed

by Amos Financial LLC. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $285,000 affecting property located at 413 Nelson Ave., Peekskill 10566. Filed March 31.

Depaiva, Joao B., et al. Filed

by Citibank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 25 Putnam Ave., Port Chester 10573. Filed April 1.

Henry DGR71 LLC, et al. Filed

by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $591,000 affecting property located at 71 Henry Ave., Harrison 10528. Filed March 30.

Mina, Andrew, et al. Filed by U.S. Bank Trust N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $322,568 affecting property located at 49 E. Vincent St., Elmsford 10523. Filed March 30.

The public administrator of Westchester County as limited administrator of the estate of Kenneth Binney, et al. Filed by MTGLQ Investors LP. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $325,000 affecting property located at 165 Cedar Lane, Ossining 10562. Filed March 30.

Torres, Pablo A., et al. Filed by U.S. Bank Trust N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $261,600 affecting property located at 253 Seymour Road, Port Chester 10573. Filed March 30.

Troyano, Michael J. Jr., et al.

Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $200,000 affecting property located at 2644 Loretta St., Yorktown Heights 10598. Filed April 5.

MECHANIC’S LIENS

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

610 Mamaroneck LLC, as owner. $55,634 as claimed by Alliance Elevator Solutions LLC, Mercersburg, Pennsylvania. Property: 610 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains.

Filed April 1.

89 Ash St Apartments LLC, et al. Filed by Toorak Capital Partners LLC. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $287,500 affecting property located at 49 Victor St., Yonkers 10701. Filed March 30.

Briarcliff Manor Partners LLC, as owner. $11,400 as claimed by Seb Trucking, Peekskill. Property: 530 N. State Road, Briarcliff Manor.

Filed March 30.

JLF Realty of Croton Inc., as owner. $85,044 as claimed by Miguel Ramirez Painting LLC, Port Chester. Property: 365 S. Riverside Ave., Croton-on-Hudson. Filed March 29.

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

PARTNERSHIPS Blak Boxx Fitness Club, P.O. Box 1761, White Plains 10602, c/o Dustin Murphy and Michael Summers. Filed Sept. 23.

SOLE PROPRIETORSHIPS A and S Contracting Co., 5 Landers Manor Road, White Plains 10607, c/o Azir Sinanaj. Filed Sept.

22.

Agape Healing Spa, 267 Central Ave., White Plains 10605, c/o Alexandra Corredor. Filed Sept. 23.

ASpaunEdu, 58 Dexter Road, Yonkers 10710, c/o Agnieszka Spaun. Filed Sept. 24.

Bed of Roses and Breakfast with Grace, 15 Elliot St., Mount Vernon 10553, c/o Shanakay Robinson. Filed Sept. 23.

Elite Photography, 617 Ridge St., Peekskill 10566, c/o Tiombe M. Cowan-Hudson. Filed Sept. 23.

Enjoy Erica Art Studio, 12 William St., No. 1, Mount Vernon 10552, c/o Erica Maria Soto. Filed Sept. 23.

FinTekDev, 14 Crest Road, Katonah 10536, c/o Peter D. Jones.

Filed Sept. 23.

Global Diagnostics Market Consulting, 35 S. Broadway, Apt. J7, Irvington 10533, c/o Kurt Wehrle.

Filed Sept. 24.

Jennifer Garden Yoga, Pilates and Barre, 63 Main St., Dobbs Ferry 10522, c/o Jennifer Garden.

Filed Sept. 24.

Facts & Figures Juanita’s Catering and Event Hall, 15 Elliot St., Mount Vernon 10553, c/o Shanakay Robinson.

Filed Sept. 23.

Lady L Photography, 118 Buckingham Road, Yonkers 10701, c/o Diana Fuentes-Morales. Filed Sept. 23.

Lamar Property Preservation, 901 Main St., Peekskill 10566, c/o Curtis Lamar. Filed Sept. 23.

Law Offices of Joseph R. Miano, 120 Bloomingdale Road, White Plains 10605, c/o Joseph R. Miano.

Filed Sept. 24.

Noori Yeasmin, 34 Morris St., New Rochelle 10801, c/o Noori Yeasmin. Filed Sept. 22.

Secure Flooring, 8 Hartley Ave., Mount Vernon 10550, c/o Johnnoy Hamilton. Filed Sept. 23.

The LifeSavers Building Homeowners Group, 245 Westchester Ave., No. 587, Port Chester 10573, c/o Adam Madoian. Filed Sept. 23.

Top Notch Cleaning, 1 Sherwood Terrace, Yonkers 10704, c/o Kashon Bridgewater. Filed Sept. 22.

Velaz Beauty Suite, 455 Hamilton Ave., White Plains 10601, c/o Laura Juarez Velazquez. Filed Sept. 24.

PATENTS Analyzing information to provide topic avoidance alerts.

Patent no. 10,978,066 issued to Michael Bender, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk.

Anti-SARS-CoV-2-Spike glycoprotein antibodies and antigen-binding fragments.

Patent no. 10,975,139 issued to Robert Babb, et al. Assigned to Regeneron, Tarrytown.

Automated vehicular accident detection. Patent no. 10,977,567 issued to Karl Cama, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk.

Cyber-deception using network port projection. Patent no. 10,979,453 issued to Frederico Araujo, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk.

Cognitive learning for vehicle sensor monitoring and problem detection. Patent no.

10,977,874 issued to Austin Dorenkamp, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk.

Cognitive screening for prohibited items across multiple checkpoints by using context aware spatio-temporal analysis. Patent no. 10,977,755 issued to Mani Abedini, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk.

Glucosyringic acid analogs as sweetness profile modifiers.

Patent no. 10,966,447 issued to Shawn Erickson, et al. Assigned to PepsiCo, Purchase.

Indicating tracks as erased without deleting data for the tracks. Patent no. 10,978,097 issued to John Paveza, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk.

Method and system for determining confidence of a seller in a user marketplace. Patent no.

10,977,703 issued to Prashant Sharma, et al. Assigned to Mastercard International, Purchase.

Methods of assessing antibody-drug conjugates. Patent no. 10,976,241 issued to Andria Skinner, et al. Assigned to Regeneron, Tarrytown.

Monitoring and managing services in legacy systems using cloud native monitoring and managing tools. Patent no.

10,979,516 issued to Fabio Giannetti, et al. Assigned to Mastercard International, Purchase.

Targeted modification of rat genome. Patent no. 10,975,390 issued to Jeffrey Lee, et al. Assigned to Regeneron, Tarrytown.

Use of a VEGF antagonist to treat angiogenic eye disorders.

Patent no. 10,973,879 issued to Robert Vitti, et al. Assigned to Regeneron, Tarrytown.

WORKERS’ COMPENSATION BOARD JUDGMENTS Failure to carry insurance or for work-related injuries and illnesses, April 8 to April 14, 2021 2 Left Feet Inc. d.b.a. Arthur Murray Dance, White Plains.

Amount: $18,500.

92 Purdy Ave. Restaurant Corp., Port Chester. Amount: $19,000.

A Morales Remodeling & Construction Corp., Mount Kisco.

Amount: $1,500.

All Fresh Food Corp, Yonkers.

Amount: $5,000.

America Signs & Awning Corp., Yonkers. Amount: $30,500.

Autobahn Motors II Inc., Yonkers. Amount: $30,500.

BK Soul Food & Catering LLC, Yonkers. Amount: $21,000.

Broadway Gas & Food Mart Inc., Hawthorne. Amount: $2,500.

Buenrostro Services Corp., New Rochelle. Amount: $11,500.

Camaron Cassidy, Briarcliff.

Amount: $30,500.

Citi Line Deli Inc., White Plains.

Amount: $12,000.

New Rochelle Bakery Inc., New Rochelle. Amount: $18,000.

Pow Burger Inc., New Rochelle.

Amount: $11,500.

Pride and Joy Films LLC, Hastings-on-Hudson. Amount: $61,000.

Psychogenics Inc., Hawthorne.

Amount: $36,000.

Roesser Law PLLC, Bronxville.

Amount: $30,500.

Collins, Karah Alexandra, New York City, as owner. Lender: PrimeLending. Property: in Kingston.

Amount: $112,000. Filed April 12.

GVKGNE Realty Inc., as owner.

Lender: FM Home Loans LLC. Property: in North East. Amount: $301,000. Filed April 2.

Huynh, Kieu Chau, Ridgewood, as owner. Lender: TD Bank N.A. Property: Lot 3 Devoe Drive, Marlboro 12542. Amount: $510,000.

Filed April 7.

Sangsville Tavern Corp. d.b.a.

Iguana Bar Lounge, Yonkers.

Amount: $14,500.

Jones, Marc, et al, as owner.

Lender: Bank of America N.A. Property: in Poughkeepsie.

Amount: $72,690. Filed April 5.

HUDSON VALLEY

Kos, Lisa, et al, Brooklyn, as owner. Lender: PrimeLending. Property: 50 Taylor Road, Claryville 12725.

Amount: $505,000. Filed April 7.

BUILDING LOANS

Liptak Real Estate LLC, as owner. Lender: LendingHome Funding Corp., San Francisco, California.

Property: 2 Rochelle Road, Carmel 10512. Amount: $240,900. Filed April 15.

Above $1 million Banta Realty 2001, Poughkeepsie, as owner. Lender: Mid-Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union, Kingston. Property: in Lloyd. Amount: $3.4 million. Filed April 5.

Malenda, Andrew J., et al, Phoenicia, as owner. Lender: Ulster Savings Bank, Kingston. Property: 1029 Woodland Valley Road, Shandaken 12464. Amount: $314,000.

Filed March 31.

Hector Araya Inc., Mamaroneck.

Amount: $45,750.

Wyldwyck LLC, et al, Dix Hills, as owner. Lender: Greenlake Real Estate Finance LLC, South Pasadena, California. Property: in Saugerties. Amount: $19 million.

Filed April 15.

McKoy, Stevland, as owner. Lender: Bank of America N.A. Property: in East Fishkill. Amount: $20,900.

Filed April 8.

Intered New York Inc., White Plains. Amount: $33,000.

Below $1 million

JGD Landscaping and Home Improvements Inc., Peekskill.

Amount: $30,500.

Alachouzos, George Skevos, et al, Chichester, as owner. Lender: Homestead Funding Corp., Albany.

Property: in Shandaken. Amount: $192,697. Filed April 8.

DJ Serg Entertainment Inc., White Plains. Amount: $3,500.

Donovan Campbell d.b.a. Good Things in Life Fish & Meat Market, Mount Vernon. Amount: $30,500.

Katonah Woods Kitchen and Bar, Katonah. Amount: $30,500.

L and D Express Transport Inc., Mount Vernon. Amount: $30,500.

La Bandera Marqueta & Deli Corp., New Rochelle. Amount: $11,500.

Linda’s Kids Day Care Inc., Yonkers. Amount: $30,500.

Bronk, Keri, et al, as owner.

Lender: Rondout Savings Bank.

Property: in Washington. Amount: $676,000. Filed April 2.

Cohen, Lucy J., et al, Walnut Creek, California, as owner. Lender: Homestead Funding Corp., Albany.

Property: 288 Watson Hollow Road, Olive. Amount: $285,389.

Filed April 14.

Papp, Jason, et al, as owner.

Lender: Rondout Savings Bank.

Property: in Union Vale. Amount: $352,000. Filed April 2.

Scaglione, Erica, Kingston, as owner. Lender: Tammac Holdings Corp., Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania.

Property: 360 Hallihan Road, Kingston 12401. Amount: $179,100.

Filed April 5.

Slevin, Adam W., et al, Jersey City, New Jersey as owner. Lender: Ulster Savings Bank, Kingston.

Property: 70 Diamond Court, Saugerties 12477. Amount: $981,385.

Filed April 5.

T.D. Contractor Corp., as owner.

Lender: Mako International LLC. Property: in Rhinebeck. Amount: $760,000. Filed April 14.

FCBJ

WCBJ

Wassmann, Christian, et al, Saugerties, as owner. Lender: The Bank of Greene County, Catskill.

Property: in Saugerties. Amount: $400,000. Filed April 12.

Weitzman, Richard, as owner.

Lender: TED Federal Credit Union.

Property: in Red Hook. Amount: $500,000. Filed April 5.

DEEDS Above $1 million 52 Croton Falls Road LLC, Brewster. Seller: Sclafani Petroleum Inc., Mahopac. Property: 52 Croton Falls Road, Mahopac 10541. Amount: $1.1 million. Filed April 15.

American Homes Upstate LLC, Scottsdale, Arizona. Seller: Silo Ridge Ventures Single Family Property LLC, Scottsdale, Arizona.

Property: in Amenia. Amount: $2.2 million. Filed April 5.

Dreamwood Retreat LLC, New York City. Seller: Karen Abrams, New York City. Property: 132 Gipsy Trail Road, Carmel 10512. Amount: $1.2 million. Filed April 6.

Hedgestone Assoc Inc., West Nyack. Seller: Ninnie Family LLC, Beacon. Property: in Beacon.

Amount: $1.1 million. Filed April 9.

Homewood Hillside Terrace LLC, New York City. Seller: Hillside Terrace Associates LP, Portland, Maine. Property: 9 Knollwood Lane, Poughkeepsie. Amount: $2 million. Filed April 8.

Proven CHC LLC, Carmel. Seller: Carmel Home Center Ltd., Carmel.

Property: 1961 Route 6, Carmel 10512. Amount: $1.7 million. Filed April 1.

Reed Innovation Center LLC, Harrison. Seller: Mark Bottini, et al, New Hamburg. Property: in Poughkeepsie. Amount: $3.2 million.

Filed April 6.

To Wit Farm LLC, North Salem.

Seller: Heathcote Real Estate LLC, Millbrook. Property: 20-22 and 70 Smithfield Road, Route 83 Rear, Amenia and Northeast. Amount: $3.2 million. Filed April 2.

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Facts & Figures Upper Byrdcliffe LLC, Woodstock. Seller: Gideon Schwartz, et al, New York. Property: 289 Upper Byrdcliffe Road, Woodstock.

Amount: $2.9 million. Filed April 2.

39 Old Doansburg Road Corp., Brewster. Seller: Jack Bolnick, Juno Beach, Florida. Property: 39 Old Doansburg Road, Brewster 10509.

Amount: $300,000. Filed April 12.

BND Fowler Property LLC, Carmel. Seller: David Pengelski, Carmel. Property: 643 Farmers Mills Road, Carmel 10512. Amount: $195,000. Filed April 6.

Fleetwood Road LLC, Carmel.

Seller: Regina Haughney Silitch, New York City. Property: 9 Irvington Road, Carmel 10512. Amount: $140,000. Filed March 31.

Below $1 million

500Soundview LLC, East Meadow. Seller: Bank of America N.A. Property: 52 Hackensack Heights Road, Wappingers Falls 12590.

Amount: $207,500. Filed March 31.

Brotherssahiti Corp., Wappingers Falls. Seller: Veronica D. Hanley, Poughkeepsie. Property: in Poughkeepsie. Amount: $800,000.

Filed March 29.

Forest Hill Big River LLC, Forest Hills. Seller: Steven A. Thornton, et al, Saugerties. Property: in Saugerties. Amount: $412,000.

Filed April 2.

505 Fox Run Carmel LLC, Yorktown Heights. Seller: Milijana Longo, Mahopac. Property: 505 Fox Run Lane, Unit 5A, Patterson 12563. Amount: $144,000. Filed March 30.

Creekside OPR LLC, New York City. Seller: Scott Messenger, Coto De Caza, California. Property: 616 Creekside Road, Marbletown.

Amount: $427,000. Filed March 30.

Garone Realty LLC, Clintondale.

Seller: Kitty Lane Properties LLC, Highland. Property: in Plattekill.

Amount: $60,000. Filed April 7.

16 Moggre Road LLC, New York City. Seller: Terence Falzano, Cape Vincent. Property: 16 Moggre Road, Shandaken. Amount: $100,000.

Filed April 5.

20 Forbus Street LLC, LaGrangeville. Seller: Del-Tra Holdings LLC, Poughkeepsie. Property: in Wappinger. Amount: $325,000.

Filed April 5.

2015 Vision LLC, Saugerties.

Seller: Brougham REO Owner LP, Odessa, Florida. Property: 240 Charles Hommel Road, Saugerties.

Amount: $235,000. Filed April 15.

208-212 Creek Road LLC, Lagrangeville. Seller: Deal House Capital Fund I LLC, Mamaroneck.

Property: in Mount Pleasant.

Amount: $165,000. Filed March 30.

22 South Center LLC, New York City. Seller: 22 South Center Street LLC, Millerton. Property: in Millerton. Amount: $170,000. Filed April 9.

318 Fox Run Carmel LLC, Carmel. Seller: Danielle Blair, Hopewell Junction. Property: 318 Fox Run Lane, Unit 1C, Carmel 10512.

Amount: $112,000. Filed April 12.

320 Mill Street LLC, Rhinebeck.

Seller: LB-UBS 2006-C7 NY 2 Properties LLC, Miami Beach, Florida. Property: 6708 Route 9, Rhinebeck. Amount: $661,500.

Filed April 7.

37 Hawk Inc., Glen Head. Seller: 37 Hawk Lane LLC, Holstville.

Property: 37 Hawk Lane, Poughkeepsie 12601. Amount: $289,000.

Filed April 7.

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61 Main Street Property LLC, Highland. Seller: Catello Viviani, Kingston. Property: in Lloyd.

Amount: $575,000. Filed April 7.

Deal House Capital Fund I LLC, Mamaroneck. Seller: Shawn Zampko, et al, Poughkeepsie. Property: 14 Whipple Way, Poughkeepsie.

Amount: $78,500. Filed April 2.

Gipsy Trail Club Inc., Carmel.

Seller: Cynthia Lukanik Feuss, Washington Township, New Jersery. Property: 769 Gipsy Trail Road, Carmel 10512. Amount: $999,999.

Filed April 5.

8 Eastman Pok LLC, Highland.

Seller: 7 and 8 Eastman Terrace LLC, Yorktown Heights. Property: in Poughkeepsie. Amount: $450,000. Filed April 9.

Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. Seller: Mary E. Vogel, Poughkeepsie. Property: 11 Barent Lane, Poughkeepsie 12603. Amount: $352,500. Filed March 29.

Good Old Bricks LLC, Napanoch.

Seller: 763 Development LLC, Greenvale. Property: 159-163 Canal St., Ellenville 12428. Amount: $300,000. Filed April 14.

80X LLC, Great Neck. Seller: Todd Sims, et al, Poughkeepsie. Property: 8 Noxon Road, Poughkeepsie.

Amount: $175,000. Filed April 5.

DRTG Development LLC, Kingston. Seller: Jeane Geisler, Albany.

Property: in Kingston. Amount: $37,000. Filed April 1.

Great Hall Inc., Putnam Valley.

Seller: Deal House Capital Fund I LLC, Mamaroneck. Property: in Poughkeepsie. Amount: $112,000.

Filed April 2.

89 Vineyard LLC, Highland.

Seller: John A. Bordi Jr., Highland.

Property: in Lloyd. Amount: $148,000. Filed March 30.

DS Beacon Properties LLC, LaGrangeville. Seller: Beacon 226 Main Street LLC, Fishkill. Property: 226 Main St., Beacon 12508.

Amount: $600,000. Filed April 8.

All Aspects Excavating LLC, Dover Plains. Seller: Dover Hill Associates LLC, White Plains. Property: in Dover. Amount: $35,000.

Filed March 30.

Ann and Amy Corp., Fishkill.

Seller: Ana P. Arvela, Putnam Valley. Property: 13 Bushwick Road, Poughkeepsie 12603. Amount: $225,000. Filed April 8.

Atlas Associates LLC, Naples, Florida. Seller: Clove Valley Rod and Gun Club Inc., LaGrangeville.

Property: 2315 Clove Road, LaGrangeville 12540. Amount: $220,000.

Filed April 9.

FCBJ

WCBJ

EH Home Buyers LLC, et al, Poughkeepsie. Seller: Barry D. Hanusik, et al, Dover Plains. Property: in Poughkeepsie. Amount: $155,000. Filed March 31.

EH Home Buyers LLC, et al, Poughkeepsie. Seller: Thomas Troy, Green Acres, Florida. Property: in Hyde Park. Amount: $27,000. Filed March 29.

Ellenville Professional Plaza LLC, Brooklyn. Seller: 754 Developers LLC, Glenvale. Property: 15 Canal St., Ellenville 12428. Amount: $100,000. Filed April 9.

GVKGNE Realty Inc., Monroe.

Seller: Christine Lilley, Brewster.

Property: in Millerton. Amount: $250,000. Filed April 2.

Hardy II Corp., Beacon. Seller: Michael Kocan, et al, Poughkeepsie. Property: in Wappingers Falls.

Amount: $850,000. Filed April 1.

Holding Cleo LLC, Bearsville.

Seller: Lebowski Industries LLC, Glenford. Property: 31-33 Mill Hill Road, Woodstock. Amount: $837,500. Filed April 15.

Hunns Lake Club LLC, West Harrison. Seller: Christopher Mailman, Millbrook. Property: in Stanford.

Amount: $425,000. Filed April 7.

Industry Landing 1155 LLC, Kingston. Seller: Kingston-Ulster Commerce Park LLC, Kingston. Property: 1155 Flatbush Road, Kingston 12401. Amount: $836,000. Filed April 5.

Iurato and Rubino Property Management Inc., Shrub Oak. Seller: Howard B. Gragert, Putnam Valley. Property: 30 Morrissey Drive, Putnam Valley 10537.

Amount: $213,000. Filed April 6.

JG and TL Holdings LLC, Wappingers Falls. Seller: Christopher Hallgren, et al, Hopewell Junction.

Property: 416 Shenandoah Road, Hopewell Junction 12533. Amount: $165,000. Filed April 9.

JMS 85 Market LLC, Poughkeepsie. Seller: the Revolving Door Inc., Poughkeepsie. Property: in Poughkeepsie. Amount: $275,000.

Filed April 2.

Kingston City Land Bank Inc., Kingston. Seller: City of Kingston.

Property: 149 Greenkill Ave., Kingston. Amount: $23,709. Filed April 9.

Liptak Real Estate LLC, Pawling.

Seller: Beal Bank, Plano, Texas.

Property: 2 Rochelle Road, Carmel 10512. Amount: $227,000. Filed April 15.

Lobatopinto LLC, Mahopac.

Seller: AVL Properties LLC, New Fairfield, Connecticut. Property: 2737 Route 301, Carmel 10512.

Amount: $380,000. Filed April 14.

Luna Estates LLC, Katonah.

Seller: Laura Ashley Dalrymple, Pawling. Property: 836 Berkshire Road, Wingdale 12594. Amount: $180,000. Filed March 30.

Main Street Pawling Station LLC, Pawling. Seller: J. Peter Demetri, et al, Pawling. Property: in Pawling. Amount: $400,000. Filed April 8.

Mark Adams Greenhouses Inc., Poughkeepsie. Seller: David Augello, Poughkeepsie. Property: in Poughkeepsie. Amount: $70,000.

Filed April 6.

Market Lane Barn LLC, New York City. Seller: Alexander Gorski, et al, Clinton Corners. Property: in Stanford. Amount: $749,500. Filed March 30.

Maverick Group Realty LLC, Pelham. Seller: Catherine Crawford, et al, Accord. Property: 32 Maurizi Lane, Woodstock.

Amount: $165,000. Filed April 1.

Mid Hudson Development Corp., Poughquag. Seller: Inspire of Morningside Properties LLC, Brooklyn. Property: 135 Cooper Road, Wappinger 12524. Amount: $250,000. Filed April 7.

Mid-Hudson Holdings LLC, Poughquag. Seller: Inspire of Morningside Properties LLC, Brooklyn. Property: 125 Cooper Road, Wappinger 12524. Amount: $125,000. Filed April 5.

Mountain Accommodations LLC, Kingston. Seller: Esopus Creek Enterprises Ltd., Saugerties. Property: 3-17 Beachview Gardens/4205 Route 28, Olive.

Amount: $837,500. Filed April 2.

No Place Like Home Development Corp., Fishkill. Seller: Patricia Perrotti, Fishkill. Property: in Poughkeepsie. Amount: $66,500.

Filed April 9.

Old Overlook LLC, Poughkeepsie. Seller: Old Overlook Developers LLC, Poughkeepsie. Property: 32 Old Overlook Road, Poughkeepsie 12603. Amount: $150,000. Filed March 30.

Perfect Habes LLC, Pleasantville.

Seller: Kevin Walsh, et al, Poughkeepsie. Property: 12 Park Place, Poughkeepsie 12601. Amount: $180,000. Filed March 31.

Facts & Figures Premier Contracting Inc., Highland. Seller: Pleasant View Subdivision LLC, Poughkeepsie.

Property: in Lloyd. Amount: $55,000. Filed April 8.

White Feather Forest Inc., Saugerties. Seller: Ronald Swanson, et al, Saugerties. Property: in Saugerties. Amount: $337,000.

Filed April 13.

Rico and Sons LLC, Tenafly, New Jersey. Seller: Teresa Shelley, New Paltz. Property: 275 Forest Glen Road, Gardiner. Amount: $85,000.

Filed March 30.

Wydeclove Acres LLC, Woodstock. Seller: David F. Segal, Woodstock. Property: 231 Meads Mountain Road, Woodstock.

Amount: $850,000. Filed April 14.

Rigilip Pizzeria Inc., Hopewell Junction. Seller: Daniel J. Del Castello, Wappingers Falls. Property: 21 D Alpine Drive, Wappinger. Amount: $145,000. Filed April 7.

Yasaman LLC, Rosendale. Seller: Adam Hall, New Paltz. Property: 24 Main St., Esopus. Amount: $3,500.

Filed April 2.

Sell Now Realty Group LLC, New Paltz. Seller: Mark A. Fuller, High Falls. Property: 20 South Road, Rosendale. Amount: $117,000. Filed March 31.

Summit Meadow LLC, Salt Point. Seller: Christopher Fanning, Tarrytown. Property: in Stanford.

Amount: $240,000. Filed April 2.

The People of the State of New York, Albany. Seller: Westchester Land Trust Inc., Bedford Hills.

Property: Mooney Hill Road, Lent 10512. Amount: $256,000. Filed April 2.

Tree Oasis LLC, Brooklyn. Seller: Diane Haleiko, Catskill. Property: in Kingston. Amount: $440,000.

Filed April 5.

Us 3 Realty LLC, Cold Spring.

Seller: Theresa Pirraglia, Katonah.

Property: 4 Benedict Road, Cold Spring 10516. Amount: $375,000.

Filed April 9.

VAR Properties New York LLC, Brewster. Seller: U.S. Bank Trust N.A. Property: 30 Barrett Hill Road, Carmel 10512. Amount: $125,500.

Filed April 6.

Weichert Workforce Mobility Inc., Morris Plains, New Jersey. Seller: Seong-Dong Kim, et al, LaGrangeville. Property: in Unionvale. Amount: $449,500.

Filed April 5.

JUDGMENTS Brine Barrel Pickle Co., Saugerties. $4,427 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed March 30.

Personal Pizza Company and More Inc., Kingston. $516 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany.

Filed March 30.

Studio T Inc., Gardiner. $3,369 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed March 30.

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

Bowens, Travis, as heir and distributee of the estate of Marian J. Bowens, et al. Filed by Citibank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $275,992 affecting property located at 57 Firethorn Drive, Fishkill 12590.

Filed April 5.

Bruno, Arthur L., et al. Filed by Wilmington Savings Fund Society FSB. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $120,500 affecting property located at 30 Roxanne Blvd., Highland 12528.

Filed April 13.

Colden, Frederick J.D., as administrator and heir and distributee of the estate of Rose Colden, et al. Filed by Nationstar Mortgage LLC. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $124,519 affecting property located at 110 Old Route 52, Stormville 12582. Filed April 2.

Estate of Christopher M. Martirano, et al. Filed by U.S. Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $268,000 affecting property located at 27 Westview Drive, Wallkill 12589.

Filed April 2.

Harris, Ruber J., et al. Filed by Kondaur Capital Corp. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $585,000 affecting property located at 250 Watermelon Hill Road, Mahopac 10541. Filed April 2.

McDermott, Claudine, et al.

Filed by The Bank of New York Mellon. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $772,000 affecting property located at 2 Hillside Trail, Mahopac 10541. Filed April 8.

McKenzie, Kerry, et al. Filed

by U.S. Bank Trust N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $162,000 affecting property located at 56 Glenwood Ave., Poughkeepsie 12603. Filed March 29.

Portuese, Sebastiano, et al.

Filed by Keybank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $187,000 affecting property located at 725 Route 32, Kingston 12401. Filed March 30.

Ramirez, Arturo, et al. Filed

by Bank of America N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $214,403 affecting property located at 13 Crestwood Road, Carmel 10512. Filed April 1.

Ryan, James J., et al. Filed by U.S. Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $260,000 affecting property located at 3 Red Oaks Mill Road, Poughkeepsie 12603. Filed Nov. April 7.

Schneider, Joseph, et al. Filed

by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $330,000 affecting property located at 1124 Route 216, Poughquag 12570. Filed April 6.

Zimzores, Laura, et al. Filed

by MTGLQ Investors LP. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 62 Montoma Lane, Woodstock 12498.

Filed April 8.

MECHANIC’S LIENS 9 11 Raymond Avenue LLC, as owner. $37,440 as claimed by Kone Inc., Lisle, Illinois. Property: 9-11 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie.

Filed April 1.

Dover Greens LLC, as owner. $122,400 as claimed by Mechanical Epoxy Solutions, Elmsford.

Property: 73 Wheeler Road, Dover.

Filed April 14.

Friedman, Randal, as owner. $5,000 as claimed by Rothe Custom Contractors Inc., Saugerties.

Property: 2309 Route 300, Shawangunk 12589. Filed April 9.

I Park East Fishkill I LLC, as owner. $7,152 as claimed by Jewel Electric LLC, Jersey City, New Jersey. Property: 200 North Drive, Hopewell Junction. Filed March 30.

I Park East Fishkill LLC, as owner. $9,398 as claimed by Donco Inc., Georgia. Property: 700-740 South Drive, Hopewell Junction.

Filed April 6.

Jacobson, Joshua, as owner. $12,002 as claimed by Professional Remodeling Builders Inc., Poughkeepsie. Property: 31 Roosevelt Road, Hyde Park. Filed April 5.

Tunnell, David F., Bearsville, as owner. $5,200 as claimed by Crews Painting Professionals, Saugerties.

Property: 28 Route 32A, Saugerties 12477. Filed April 12.

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

SOLE PROPRIETORSHIPS Blue Ladder Construction, Route 3160, Apt. 4, Cold Spring 10516, c/o Tim J. Corless. Filed April 12.

Call Danny For Anything You Need Done Inside or Outside Your Home, 350 Tonetta Lake Road, Brewster 10509, c/o Jose Daniel Aguirre Portillo. Filed April 7.

In the Art of Green, 737 Route 9D, Garrison, c/o Dana A. Poplees.

Filed March 30.

Jumping Jellybeans Early Learning Center, 28 Alder Court, Kingston 12401, c/o Glenda J. Milner. Filed March 1.

Justin Tompkins, 26 Nashua Road, Putnam Valley 10579, c/o Justin Lee Tompkins. Filed April 12.

Lion Legacy Construction, 73 Furance St., Kingston 12401, c/o Linden C. Peters. Filed March 1.

M and M Medical Services, 214 Dingle Ridge Road, Southeast 10509, c/o Raquel DeBaun. Filed April 8.

Daub and Daub Architects, 21 Ali Way, New Paltz 12561, c/o David W. Daub. Filed March 1.

Miscellaneous by Jess, 461 Haviland Drive, Patterson 12563, c/o March 31.

DSP Gallery, 406 Kensington Court, Brewster 10509, c/o Amy Stockfield. Filed April 12.

Peters Taxi Service, 73 Furance St., Kingston 12401, c/o Linden C. Peters. Filed March 1.

Elegant Unisex Salon, 78 Main St., Brewster 10509, c/o Marleny D. Recinos Juarez. Filed April 8.

Potters Rock Property Detail, 16 Sunny Brook Circle, Highland 12528, c/o Darrin Sullivan. Filed March 1.

Gilroy Architects, 460 Nimham Road, Carmel 10512, c/o Michael A. Gilroy. Filed April 12.

Gilty Jewels, 30 Silleck Blvd., Putnam Valley 10579, c/o Heron Rattray, Jr. Filed April 6.

Goldens Bridge Painting, 71 Oak St., Brewster 10509, c/o Oscar O. Argueta. Filed April 2.

Housecleaning by Adel, 10 Briarcliff Road, Carmel 10512, c/o Adel Orlando. Filed April 13. iHeartNYState, 30 Silleck Blvd., Putnam Valley 10579, c/o Heron Rattray Jr. Filed April 6.

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BUILDING PERMITS Commercial Fay Construction LLC, Stamford, contractor for Quesited Consulting LLC. Renovate two bathrooms at 14 Mitchell St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $30,000.

Filed March 17.

Perry Verrone LLC, Pleasantville, New York, contractor for Perry Verrone. Remove existing roof and replace at 12 Center St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $22,815.

Filed March 4.

Sciullo Construction Corp, White Plains, New York, contractor for Quesited Consulting LLC. Perform replacement alterations at 56 Lafayette Ave. Suite 330, Stamford.

Estimated cost: $400,000. Filed March 15.

Vivint Solar Developer LLC, Lehi, Utah, contractor for Vivint Solar/Sunrun. Install roof-mounted solar panels at 1800 W. Ashton Blvd., Stamford. Estimated cost: $8,568. Filed March 1.

Residential 3D Homes Design Services LLC, Sandy Hook, contractor for Gary Doski. Remodel kitchen, remove bearing wall, upgrade kitchen electrical, plumbing, insulation, flooring and drywall at 33 Great Ring Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $79,500. Filed March 10.

A Buckwald & Sons LLC, Lakewood, New Jersey, contractor for Adam Buckwald. Fire rate unfinished interior stud walls at 825 Wenstrom Ave., Stamford.

Estimated cost: $70,000. Filed March 29.

Air Solutions Propane LLC, Stamford, contractor for Rocco Cuscuna. Install generator and transfer switch and add two propane tanks at 430 Fairfield Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $8,500.

Filed March 25.

American Quality Roofing & Siding LLC, Brookfield, contractor for Jose Zaruma. Remove existing roof and re-roof 98 Tower Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $10,000. Filed March 24.

Antonelli, John E., Stamford, contractor for Lisa Miranda.

Replace roof, skylights and repair chimney at 25 Crescent St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $145,000.

Filed March 1.

A-Preferred Construction LLC, Bridgeport, contractor for Stephon Wynter. Renovate kitchen at 604 North Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $15,000. Filed March 11.

Avery & Frye LLC, Stamford, contractor for Tim Slaughter.

Replace windows at 331 Selleck St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $28,000.

Filed March 29.

Bailiwick Roofing and Siding Inc., Norwalk, contractor for Guy Poirier. Build new roof on detached garage at 52 Commerce St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $7,911.

Filed March 24.

BLT Management LLC, Stamford, contractor for Carla Catanzaro. Perform replacement alterations at P.O. Box 110295 (address N/A), Stamford. Estimated cost: $266,000. Filed March 22.

Brown Roofing Company Inc., Union City, contractor for Scott Doughman. Remove dispose shingles. Inspect and replace any rotted sheathing at P.O. Box 1171 (address N/A) Stamford. Estimated cost: $18,433. Filed March 11.

Carcole Construction LLC, Stamford, contractor for Enrico Imbrogno. Remove wall between Suite 104 and 105 to create one suite at 170 Selleck St., Stamford.

Estimated cost: $1,900. Filed March 31.

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

Questions and comments regarding this section should be directed to:

CK Electric LLC, Stamford, contractor for Chris Kuczo. Build new single home at 2 Cypress Drive, Stamford. Estimated cost: $250,000. Filed March 12.

Classic Construction Group LLC, Westport, contractor for German Ruiz. Renovate kitchen, bathrooms and install new window and new HVAC at 155 Post Road East, Suite 8a, Stamford. Estimated cost: $100,000. Filed March 3.

Larry Miles c/o Westfair Communications Inc. 701 Westchester Ave, Suite 100 J White Plains, N.Y. 10604-3407 Phone: 694-3600 • Fax: 694-3699

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Coastal Property Services LLC, Southington, contractor for Daniel Genga. Remove existing roof and re-roof 53-3 Railroad Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $20,000.

Filed March 31.

Connecticut Gutter LLC, Riverside, contractor for Francis Heneghan. Repair roofs hit by felled trees at P.O Box 554 (address N/A), Stamford. Estimated cost: $6,250. Filed March 8.

Construction Services of Branford LLC, Branford, contractor for Aidan Griffin. Remove six existing antennas and install nine new antennas. Remove nine radios and replace with nine new radios.

Remove three hybrid cables and replacing with three new hybrid cables at 63-3 N. Branford Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $28,000.

Filed March 23.

Cruz Roofing and Siding LLC, Milford, contractor for David Cruz.

Remove existing roof and re-roof residential home at 70 Christine Terrace, Stamford. Estimated cost: $10,720. Filed March 4.

Cuscuna, Rocco B. Jr, Stamford, contractor for Rocco Cuscuna.

Install a generator and connect to two new 120 Propane Tanks at 826 Newfield Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $12,000. Filed March 17.

Cuscuna, Rocco B. Jr, Stamford, contractor for John Perri. Install generator with one transfer switch installed in the basement. The generator will be connected to a new 500-gallon underground propane tank at 826 Newfield Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $8,700.

Filed March 10.

Fairfield Contractors LLC, Stamford, contractor for Juan Bombardo Marti. Construct foundation, connect to sewer, water, power and existing water system and set modular home at 16 Evergreen Court, Stamford. Estimated cost: $400,000. Filed March 8.

G&S Renovations LLC, Stamford, contractor for William Gilbert. Change all bathrooms fixtures and tile. Remove and install new kitchen cabinets.

Change flooring to hardwood, change interior doors and paint entire apartment at 49 Woodley Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $158,000. Filed March 10.

Greenwich Power Systems LLC, Cos Cob, contractor for Lisa Miranda. Install generator and hook up to natural gas at 209 River Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $15,000. Filed March 26.

Hemingway Construction Corp, Greenwich, contractor for Lisa Miranda. Remove deck and install new deck at 115 Mason St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $10,000.

Filed March 1.

Hemingway Construction Corp, Greenwich, contractor for Lisa Miranda. Perform an interior alteration to master bathroom and add elevator to access second floor and two car lifts in garage at 115 Mason St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $140,000. Filed March 18.

Holzner, Louis, Newtown, contractor for Eric Gallant. Install generator powered by propane at 30 Currituck Road, Stamford.

Estimated cost: $11,000. Filed March 2.

D&A Construction Management/General Contracting Inc., Branford, contractor for Elizabeth Jamieson. Install four antennas, four RRUs swap, two cabinets, remove all existing coaxes and add four 6x12 HCS at 40 Flax Mill Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $20,000.

Filed March 10.

The Home Depot USA Inc., Atlanta, Georgia, contractor for Scott Doughman. Remove and replace nine windows, same size and no structural changes at 2455 Paces Ferry Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $6,622. Filed March 1.

Darek Franek Contracting Inc., Stamford, contractor for Dariusz Franek. Install new asphalt shingles at 130 Lenox Ave. Suite 11, Stamford. Estimated cost: $10,200.

Filed March 11.

COURT CASES

Deak, William F., New Milford, contractor for Eric Gallant. Install generator with 200 amps to be powered by new UG propane tank at 44 Old State Road, Suite 18, Stamford. Estimated cost: $13,000.

Filed March 11.

Deluca Enterprises Group Inc., Ridgefield, contractor for Lauren Cali. Remove an existing deck and build a new one at 156 Holmes Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $18,000. Filed March 12.

Bridgeport Superior Court DosSantos, Carlos, Danbury.

Filed by Anthony Marini, Trumbull. Plaintiff’s attorney: Michael Luke Riley, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendant and sustained severe damages and injuries and seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FBTCV-21-6103701-S. Filed Feb. 5.

Floyd, Lequan, Bridgeport. Filed

by New Haven Prosthodontics PC, New Haven. Plaintiff’s attorney: Philip H. Monagan, Waterbury.

Action: The plaintiff provided dental services to the defendant who then neglected to pay the plaintiff for the services. As a result, the plaintiff suffered damages and seeks monetary damages in excess of $2,500, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FBT-CV-21-6103567-S. Filed Jan. 29.

Labaze, Joseph, et al, Norwalk.

Filed by Jowell Papin, Bridgeport.

Plaintiff’s attorney: Ganim Ganim Ganim & Ganim PC, Bridgeport.

Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendant and sustained severe damages and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate.

Case no. FBT-CV-21-6103855-S. Filed Feb. 16.

Shelton Smoothies and Juices LLC, et al, Danbury. Filed by Darsey Papcun, Stratford. Plaintiff’s attorney: Weber & Rubano LLC, Wallingford. Action: The plaintiff was a business invitee at the defendant’s property. The plaintiff was about to open the defendant’s door when, without warning, the door was pushed open by a gust of wind striking the plaintiff’s face. The incident was caused by the negligence of the defendant for not fixing the door’s broken stopping arm. As a result, the plaintiff sustained injuries and seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate.

Case no. FBT-CV-21-6103599-S. Filed Feb. 2.

Town of Fairfield, et al, Fairfield.

Filed by William J. Wenzel, Southport. Plaintiff’s attorney: Licari Walsh & Sklaver LLC, Branford.

Action: The plaintiff was on the premises, controlled and owned by the defendant, participating in a pickleball game. When in routine play, he traveled beyond the end line of the court and crashed against the concrete wall. The plaintiff’s injuries were caused by the defendants’ negligence in locating the courts without a required buffer area between the end line and the concrete wall.

The plaintiff seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FBTCV-21-6103563-S. Filed Jan. 29.

Danbury Superior Court

Masonry Resources LLC, Danbury. Filed by Angel Quizhpi, Danbury. Plaintiff’s attorney: Candace Veronica Fay, Danbury. Action: The plaintiff is an employee of the defendant and needs to work in unison with another employee in order to fulfill responsibilities.

However, the other employee is not compensating the plaintiff equally and has locked plaintiff out of the business for about six months. The plaintiff seeks appointment of a receiver and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no.

DBD-CV-21-6038177-S. Filed Jan. 12.

Ralph, Kerry-leigh, et al, Bethel.

Filed by Mehak Talwar Rawal, Danbury. Plaintiff’s attorney: Cramer & Anderson LLP, New Milford.

Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendant and sustained severe damages and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate.

Case no. DBD-CV-21-6038302-S. Filed Jan. 21.

Rodrigues-Ferreira, Samuel, et al, Danbury. Filed by William B. Murphy, New Milford. Plaintiff’s attorney: Trantolo And Trantolo LLC, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendant and sustained severe damages and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. DBDCV-21-6038162-S. Filed Jan. 8.

The Hertz Corp., et al, East Hartford. Filed by Sage Baker, Danbury. Plaintiff’s attorney: McCoy & McCoy LLC, Hartford. Action: The plaintiff rented a defective car from the defendant, which suddenly lost traction on the roadway and he struck a guardrail while operating the car. As a result, the plaintiff suffered injuries and seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate.

Case no. DBD-CV-21-6038430-S. Filed Feb 4.

Stamford Superior Court Cevallos, Jose Raul, Stamford.

Filed by Alyssa Bernardino, Greenwich. Plaintiff’s attorney: Williams Walsh & O’Connor LLC, North Haven. Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendant and sustained severe damages and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate.

Case no. FST-CV-21-6050354-S. Filed Feb 10.

Facts & Figures Rotchford, Gilbert, New Canaan.

Filed by Yara Obeid, Trumbull.

Plaintiff’s attorney: The Reinken Law Firm, Stamford. Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendant and sustained severe damages and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FSTCV-21-6050024-S. Filed Jan 13.

Scotti, Christopher L., et al, Bronxville, New York. Filed by Willio Fritz, Stamford. Plaintiff’s attorney: Ventura Law, Danbury.

Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendant and sustained severe damages and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate.

Case no. FST-CV-21-6050412-S. Filed Feb 16.

Slayer-crouchley, Elizabeth, Darien. Filed by William Merritt, Darien. Plaintiff’s attorney: Moore O’Brien & Foti, Middlebury. Action: The plaintiff was crossing the street when suddenly he allegedly was violently struck by the defendant with his vehicle. The plaintiff sustained severe and painful injuries and seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FST-CV-216050341-S. Filed Feb 9.

Tomczak, Agnieszka, Stamford.

Filed by Discover Bank, New Albany, Ohio. Plaintiff’s attorney: Stamford. Action: The plaintiff is a banking association, which issued a credit account to the defendant who agreed to make payments for goods and services. The defendant failed to make payments. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages in excess of $2,500, exclusive of interest and costs. Case no. FST-CV21-6050115-S. Filed Jan. 21.

DEEDS Commercial 308 Shoreham Village LLC, Fairfield. Seller: 96 College Place LLC, Fairfield. Property: 96 College Place, Fairfield. Amount: $787,000.

Filed March 2.

311 Hamilton Avenue LLC, Greenwich. Seller: 311 Hamilton Avenue LLC, Greenwich. Property: 311 Hamilton Ave., Greenwich.

Amount: $1,525,000. Filed March 11.

9 Glenville Street LLC, Yonkers, New York. Seller: Siegrun G. Pottgen, Greenwood, Indiana.

Property: 9 Glenville St., Greenwich. Amount: $1,150,000. Filed March 10.

A & M Sound Beach Trust, Old Greenwich. Seller: George E. Braun and Ellen C. Braun, Greenwich.

Property: 343 Sound Beach Ave., Old Greenwich. Amount: $10. Filed March 10.

Aivaz, Amanda F. and Matthew D. Alexander, Norwalk. Seller: 7 Three Seasons Norwalk LLC, Stratford. Property: 7 Three Seasons Lane, Norwalk. Amount: $445,000.

Filed March 3.

Alterbaum, Daniel and Jessica Alterbaum, New York, New York.

Seller: Cat Rock Ventures LLC, Cos Cob. Property: 81 Cat Rock Road, Cos Cob. Amount: $1. Filed March 12.

Burland, Thomas and Leah Burland, Fairfield. Seller: Citibank NA, Mount Laurel, New Jersey.

Property: 17 Ermine St., Fairfield.

Amount: $590,000. Filed March 1.

Cartus Financial Corp., Norwalk. Seller: Paul M. Colonna and Elizabeth P. Colonna, Norwalk.

Property: 1 and 2 Harstrom Place, Norwalk. Amount: $1,995,000.

Filed March 2.

Gutierrez, Daniel and Veronica Neumann, Riverside. Seller: Three Juniper Lane LLC, Greenwich.

Property: 3 Juniper Lane, Riverside.

Amount: $2,895,000. Filed March 15.

Marigona Realty Corp., Stamford. Seller: Adina Racovita and Eduardo Racovita, Stamford.

Property: 39 Glenbrook Road, Unit 2A, Stamford. Amount: $160,000.

Filed Feb. 22.

Mark A, Reichenbaum Revocable Trust, Miami Beach, Florida.

Seller: RS 125 Field Point Road LLC, Miami Beach, Florida. Property: 125 Field Point Road, Unit A-5, Greenwich. Amount: $3,375,000.

Filed March 12.

One Line LLC, Westport. Seller: Christopher Mogridge and Helen Mogridge, Keene, New Hampshire.

Property: 1 Branford St., Norwalk.

Amount: $580,000. Filed March 2.

Unger, William D., Portola Valley, California. Seller: Warhorse LLC, Portola Valley, California. Property: 57 Byram Shore Road, Greenwich.

Amount: $1. Filed March 12.

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Baker, Martha, Greenwich. Seller: William D. Unger, Portola Valley, California. Property: 57 Byram Shore Road, Greenwich. Amount: $1,709,000. Filed March 12.

Barks, Donald L. and Kartinah C. Barks, New Rochelle, New York.

Seller: Rosemarie Jesse, Stamford.

Property: 5 Knickerbocker Ave., Stamford. Amount: $375,000. Filed Feb. 26.

Beyer, Philip Jeffery and Donna Jean Beyer, Stamford. Seller: Jeffrey D. Lapatra, Dallas, Texas.

Property: 115 Courtland Hill St., Stamford. Amount: $602,000.

Filed Feb. 24.

Blake, Nichole O. and Jeffrey Kozlowski Maspeth, New York.

Seller: Trudi M. Walling, Stamford.

Property: 7 Lancer Lane, Stamford.

Amount: $620,000. Filed Feb. 26.

Bolin, Theresa, Stamford. Seller: Dinkar Gupta and Sonali Mittal, Stamford. Property: 85 Camp Ave., Unit 14L, Stamford. Amount: $448,000. Filed Feb. 25.

Brown, Megan Michele and Kanyun Usarian Rokicki, Brooklyn, New York. Seller: Karry Gillespie-Hind and Timothy M. Hind, Fairfield. Property: 10 Elderberry Lane, Fairfield. Amount: $810,000. Filed March 2.

Cardone, Andrew J. and Jaclyn P. Lionetta, New York, New York.

Seller: Charlotte Johnston, Fairfield.

Property: 44 Elderberry Lane, Fairfield. Amount: $785,000. Filed March 2.

Chaiken, Steve and Nicole Torraco, Greenwich. Seller: Steve Chaiken and Nicole Torraco, Greenwich. Property: 49 Sumner Road, Greenwich. Amount: $0.

Filed March 12.

Cruz, Eddy and Fernanda Cruz, Stamford. Seller: Eddy Cruz, Stamford. Property: 16 Melrose Place, Stamford. Amount: $0. Filed Feb. 22.

Douglass, Stephanie and Andrew Douglass, Greenwich.

Seller: Brian Matthews and Rachel Matthews, Greenwich. Property: Lot 5, Baldwin Farms North.

Greenwich. Amount: $1. Filed March 12.

Durrell, Angelica and Shirley Heredia, Norwalk. Seller: Jessica Mouser and Matthew Luster, Norwalk. Property: 2 Creeping Hemlock Drive, Norwalk. Amount: $490,000. Filed March 1.

Finkelstein, Steven and Greta Finkelstein, Greenwich. Seller: Scott T. Stewart and Kimberly P. Stewart, Greenwich. Property: 52 Nicholas Ave., Greenwich. Amount: $630,000. Filed March 12.

Fleming, Nicole M., Chicago, Illinois. Seller: Timothy E. Grosskopf and Monika Van Der Meijs, Southport. Property: 155 Woodrow Ave., Southport. Amount: $800,000.

Filed March 1.

Gelfand, Danielle and George Talbot, Fairfield. Seller: David B. Rosenberg, Fairfield. Property: 57 Newell Place, Fairfield. Amount: $605,000. Filed March 2.

Grad, Kelsey and Zach Dobbs, Greenwich. Seller: Todd Macklin and Meredith Martin, Stamford.

Property: 71 Belltown Road, Stamford. Amount: $535,000. Filed Feb. 24.

Hebbard, Christopher and Sara Hebbard, Fairfield. Seller: Darren Wagner, Fairfield. Property: Unit 8, Maple Wood Condominium, Fairfield. Amount: $359,000. Filed March 3.

Horn, Stoddard AM and Sarah M. Horn, Wilton. Seller: Alan E. Arnowich and Antonia A. Arnowich, Norwalk. Property: 9 Red Oak Lane, Norwalk. Amount: $603,000.

Filed March 3.

Ingargiola, Attilio and Kyunga Park Ingargiola, Fairfield.

Seller: Kimberly Marshall, Fairfield.

Property: 180 Brookbend Road, Fairfield. Amount: $1,155,000. Filed March 1.

Johnson, Brett G. and Ashley A. Johnson, Fairfield. Seller: Ronald C. Nagy and Lisa C. Nagy, Fairfield.

Property: 181 Henderson Road, Fairfield. Amount: $432,500. Filed March 1.

Johnstone, Alistair and Patricia Giordano, Stamford. Seller: Rachel Rangelov and Robert Rangelov, Tampa, Florida. Property: 75 Saddle Rock Road, Stamford. Amount: $1,200,000. Filed Feb. 26.

Lalli, Anthony J. and Lisa Marie Lalli, Stamford. Seller: Lon Gashi and Lusha Gashi, Stamford. Property: 44 and 50 Saddle Hill Road, Stamford. Amount: $630,000.

Filed Feb. 26.

Landers, John, Norwalk. Seller: Austin Flon and Sarah Mae Rudolph, Norwalk. Property: 115 Fillow St., Unit 45, Norwalk. Amount: $251,000. Filed March 1.

Liu, Chunxian, Cos Cob. Seller: Carlos Tomas Arlia and Eleonora I. Buzzo Arlia, Greenwich. Property: 2 Cos Cob Ave., Unit 2 1/2 Rear, Cos Cob. Amount: $760,000. Filed March 11.

Lodygo, Adrian and Helen C. Jennings, Wilton. Seller: Andrea B. Dener, Norwalk. Property: 6 Wakefield Road, Wilton. Amount: $460,000. Filed March 1.

Rawding, Grant M., Greenwich.

Seller: Toshiaki Ide and Kumiko Ide, New York, New York. Property: 11 River Road, Unit 110, Greenwich.

Amount: $714,000. Filed March 12.

Mahoney, Dean R. and Lauren V. Mahoney, New Canaan.

Seller: Jonathan Thomas and Adele Maloney Thomas, Mamaroneck, New York. Property: 93 Howard St., Fairfield. Amount: $950,000. Filed March 1.

Rex, Nathaniel A. and Wren K. Rex, Fairfield. Seller: Lisa D. Pollner, Sullivans Island, South Carolina. Property: 365 Croos Highway, Fairfield. Amount: $875,000. Filed March 3.

Mastalir, Blake Allard and Mariana Mastalir, Greenwich. Seller: Daniel Green and Shannon Green, Greenwood Village, Colorado.

Property: 11 Deer Park Court, Greenwich. Amount: $6,210,000.

Filed March 12.

Mateer, Harry and Jessica Bassett, New York, New York. Seller: Jeffrey M. Saltzman and Barbara Campbell Fuller, Nashville, Tennessee. Property: Lot E, Westmere Avenue, Norwalk. Amount: $1,485,000. Filed March 3.

Mazzucco, Philip Joseph, Darien. Seller: Philip J. Mazzucco, Darien. Property: 37 Stuart Ave., Norwalk. Amount: $10. Filed March 1.

Meytin, Leon, Stamford. Seller: Doreen A. Lefferts, Stamford.

Property: 156 Forest St., Stamford.

Amount: $635,000. Filed Feb. 23.

Nadendla, Sridhr, Stamford. Seller: Muruganantham Angamuthu, Stamford. Property: 22 Leslie St., Unit 6, Stamford. Amount: $170,000. Filed Feb. 22.

Nogueria, Liliana Ripper and Ricardo Esteves de Carvalho, Riverside. Seller: James L. Giangrande, Stamford. Property: 80 Silo Circle, Riverside. Amount: $868,900. Filed March 11.

Papadopoulos, Konstantinos Dean and Stella Papadopoulos, Norwalk. Seller: Amy J. Parmalee, Norwalk. Property: 42 Glenwood Ave., Unit E, Norwalk. Amount: $172,500. Filed March 2.

Pruzansky, Mark E., Greenwich.

Seller: Mark E. Pruzansky and Sheila Pruzansky, Greenwich. Property: 347 Taconic Road, Greenwich.

Amount: $1. Filed March 12.

Purushotham, Sunil and Allyson McGrath, Fairfield. Seller: Michael Viscuso, Branford. Property: 78 Edgewood Place, Fairfield.

Amount: $470,000. Filed March 1.

Quintero, Marlen S., Stamford.

Seller: Herman P. Alswanger and Myrna A. Alswanger, Stamford.

Property: 108 Colonial Road, Stamford. Amount: $565,000. Filed Feb. 24.

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Rockholz, Daria M. and Peter Rockholz, Greenwich. Seller: Daria M. Rockholz, Greenwich.

Property: 81 Bowman Drive, Greenwich. Amount: $10. Filed March 15.

Salman Rabi and Jamie Silveri, Fairfield. Seller: David W. Griffin and Diane G. Griffin, Fairfield.

Property: 544 Unquowa Road, Fairfield. Amount: $1,075,000. Filed March 3.

Santangelo, Eva Maria and David Michael Santangelo, New York, New York. Seller: Luisa C. Pellegrino and Michael Pellegrino, Greenwich. Property: 73 Bowman Drive, Greenwich. Amount: $1.

Filed March 15.

Seidman, David and Lauren Seidman, Greenwich. Seller: Maximiliano Del Vento and Tyler Moss Del Vento, Greenwich. Property: 151 Park Ave., Greenwich. Amount: $0.

Filed March 11.

Sorotchinski, Arkadiy and Stacy Sorotchinski, Long Island City, New York. Seller: Anissa Assous, Fairfield. Property: 33 Vermont Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $452,000.

Filed March 1.

Vennam, Mahesh Babu and Aparna Kommineni Vennam, Scarsdale, New York. Seller: Bradley Banken and Allison Miller, Stamford. Property: 33 Woodbine Way, Stamford. Amount: $1,275,000. Filed Feb. 25.

Weistein, Jacob D. and Alexa E. Weistein, Greenwich. Seller: Christopher DiBiccari and Susan M. DiBiccari, Stamford. Property: 187 Thornwood Road, Stamford.

Amount: $855,000. Filed Feb. 23.

Wyre, Theresa, White Plains, New York. Seller: John M. Farah and Sharon Farah, Norwalk.

Property: 4 Nursery St., Norwalk.

Amount: $725,000. Filed March 2.

FORECLOSURES Hecht, Levi, et al. Creditor: Fairfield House Condominium, Greenwich. Property: 52 Lafayette Place, Unit 4G, Greenwich. Mortgage default. Filed March 29.

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Facts & Figures Howe, Lisa, et al. Creditor: Nationstar Mortgage LLC, Coppell, Texas. Property: 86 French St., Fairfield. Mortgage default. Filed Feb. 29.

Malec, Stephen J., et al. Creditor: US Bank Trust NA, San Diego, California. Property: 21 Beverly Place, Norwalk. Mortgage default.

Filed April 5.

Ortiz, Jesus, et al. Creditor: The Ridge Homeowner’s Association Inc, Fairfield. Property: 1789 Fence Row Drive, Fairfield. Mortgage default. Filed Feb. 25.

Stein, Laura A., et al. Creditor: Wilmington Trust Company, Coppell, Texas. Property: 983 New Norwalk Road, New Canaan.

Mortgage default. Filed April 7.

JUDGMENTS Barran, Ralph, Stamford. $9,090, in favor of Bank of America NA, Charlotte, North Carolina, by Rubin & Rothman LLC, Islandia, New York. Property: 49 Field St. Stamford. Filed March 22.

Bocicault, Marie Emilia, Stamford. $41,340, in favor of Stamford Hospital, Stamford, by Mark Sank & Associates LLC, Stamford. Property: 67 Fairfield Ave., Stamford.

Filed March 22.

Bossone, Wayne. Norwalk. $4,733, in favor of Norwalk Hospital Association, Norwalk, by Lovejoy and Rimer PC, Norwalk. Property: 32 Pettom Road, Norwalk. Filed March 8.

Cummings, James, Fairfield. $5,639, in favor of Bank of America NA, Charlotte, North Carolina, by Rubin & Rothman LLC, Islandia, New York. Property: 20 Grasmere Ave., Fairfield. Filed March 29.

Portuondo, Tricia N., Norwalk. $26,045, in favor of American Express National Bank, Sandy, Utah,

by Mark Sank & Associates LLC, Stamford. Property: 442 Main Ave., Unit B1, Norwalk. Filed March 22.

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Restivo, James, Stamford. $4,313, in favor of Synchrony Bank, Albany, New York, by Solomon and Solomon PC, Albany, New York. Property: 198 Little Hill Drive, Stamford. Filed March 29.

Williams, Jason, Norwalk. $8,182, in favor of Capital One Bank NA, Richmond, Virginia, by London & London, Newington. Property: 44 Cedar St., Norwalk. Filed March 29.

Eilertsen, Daniel K. and Marjorie B. Eilertsen, Stamford,

by Kenji Baltazar. Lender: Bank of America NA, 100 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, North Carolina. Property: 163 Turn of River Road, Stamford.

Amount: $500,000. Filed Feb. 16.

King, Nora, Norwalk, by Glen J. Moore. Lender: People’s United Bank NA, 850 Main St., Bridgeport.

Property: 17 Covewood Drive, Norwalk. Amount: $945,000. Filed Feb. 18.

Smith, Thomas M. and Susan K. Smith, Greenwich, by John R. Fiore. Lender: GHA Federal Credit Union, 5 Perryridge Road, Greenwich. Property: 46 High St., Greenwich. Amount: $100,000.

Filed Feb. 16.

Getz, Anne T. and Peter L. Getz, Greenwich, by N/A. Lender: JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, 3050 Highland Pkwy., Fourth floor, Downers Grove, Illinois. Property: 31 Evergreen Road, Greenwich.

Amount: $1,100,000. Filed Feb. 17.

Kreter, Brett Hamilton and Karin Kreter, Fairfield, by Joshua F. Gilman. Lender: Movement Mortgage LLC, 8024 Calvin Hall Road, Indian Land, South Carolina.

Property: 165 Middlebrook Drive, Fairfield. Amount: $409,500. Filed Feb. 11.

Uzar, Allison M., Norwalk, by Anthony E. Monelli. Lender: Garden State Home Loans Inc., 2091 Springdale Road, Suite 16, Cherry Hill, New Jersey. Property: 465 Newtown Ave., Norwalk. Amount: $155,000. Filed Feb. 18.

Gnesin, Marc and Jamie Stuono, Norwalk, by Seth J. Arnowitz.

Lender: Leader Bank NA, 864 Massachusetts Ave., Arlington, Massachusetts. Property: 20 Willow St., Norwalk. Amount: $497,500. Filed Feb. 18.

Martin, Helen G. and Kenneth G. Martin, Stamford, by Mario P. Musilli. Lender: Wells Fargo Bank NA, 101 N. Phillips Ave., Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Property: 1525 High Ridge Road, Stamford. Amount: $415,000. Filed Feb. 12.

Wood, Curtis C., Greenwich, by John L. Vecchiolla. Lender: Home Point Financial Corp., 9 Entin Road, Suite 200, Parsippany, New Jersey. Property: 30 Perryridge Road, Greenwich. Amount: $380,000. Filed Feb. 17.

Bellofatto, Mary C., Greenwich,

by N/A. Lender: CrossCountry Mortgage LLC, 6850 Miller Road, Brecksville, Ohio. Property: 87 Putnam Park, Greenwich. Amount: $325,000. Filed Feb. 17.

Grabowski, Brandon and Juan Palomeque, Stamford, by Lori M. Dion. Lender: Bank of America NA, 101 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, North Carolina. Property: 60 Round Hill Drive, Stamford. Amount: $499,900. Filed Feb. 16.

Nair, Tarun and Susha Unni, Stamford, by Naveed A. Quraishi.

Lender: Amerisave Mortgage Corp., 8 Piedmont Center, Suite 600, Atlanta, Georgia. Property: 183 Fairway Drive, Stamford. Amount: $548,500. Filed Feb. 11.

Chom, Adam and Sreyrath Chom, Fairfield, by Peter Ambrose. Lender: People’s United Bank NA, 850 Main St., Bridgeport.

Property: 312-Wheeler Park Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $300,000. Filed Feb. 12.

Greer, Charles and Cynthia A. Greer, Fairfield, by Juan Rodriguez. Lender: People’s United Bank NA, 850 Main St., Bridgeport. Property: 93 Old Farm Road, Fairfield.

Amount: $359,000. Filed Feb. 10.

Orell, Jonathan E. and Bailey J. Orell, Fairfield, by Erica Azzarito.

Lender: NP Inc., 4800 N. Federal Highway, Bldg. E, Suite 200, Boca Raton, Florida. Property: 108 Colonial Drive, Fairfield. Amount: $1,195,000. Filed Feb. 10.

MORTGAGES Arborn, Justin and Elizabeth Arborn, Fairfield, by Pamela Shepli. Lender: Citizens Bank NA, 1 Citizens Plaza, Providence, Rhode Island. Property: 53 Baldwin Terrace, Fairfield. Amount: $831,000.

Filed Feb. 9.

Contessa, Drew and Sophie Contessa, Norwalk, by Michael P. Murray. Lender: Guaranteed Rate Affinity LLC, 1800 W. Larchmont Ave., Chicago, Illinois. Property: 23 Crooked Trail Road, Norwalk.

Amount: $692,000. Filed Feb. 18.

Covino, Robert P. and Jennifer K. Covino, Fairfield, by Peter Ambrose. Lender: People’s United Bank NA, 850 Main St., Bridgeport.

Property: 233 Springer Road, Fairfield. Amount: $400,000. Filed Feb. 12.

Curtin, Thomas M. and Karen O. Curtin, Fairfield, by Timothy A. Malvaso. Lender: People’s United Bank NA, 850 Main St., Bridgeport.

Property: 103 Governors Lane, Fairfield. Amount: $200,000. Filed Feb. 11.

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Guo, Sha, Greenwich, by M. Kathleen Beatley. Lender: United Nations Federal Credit Union, 2401 44th Road, Long Island City, New York. Property: 14 Licata Terrace, Fairfield. Amount: $500,000. Filed Feb. 16.

Hoegemann, Kirk B. and Angela Hoegeman, Norwalk, by Lucas Hernandez. Lender: People’s United Bank NA, 850 Main St., Bridgeport. Property: 3 Macintosh Road, Norwalk. Amount: $239,000.

Filed Feb. 18.

Jones, Michael J., Greenwich, by Peter T. Fritz. Lender: Citizens Bank NA, 1 Citizens Plaza, Providence, Rhode Island. Property: 82 Glenville Road, Greenwich. Amount: $235,000. Filed Feb. 16.

Passaro, Mario J. and Yhatrid Algarin, Stamford, by Cameron Elizabeth Snyder. Lender: Webster Bank NA, 145 Bank St., Waterbury.

Property: 94 Saddle Hill Road, Stamford. Amount: $443,000.

Filed Feb. 11.

Rich, Joshua and Dina Rich, Stamford, by Shauna Rose-Larmond. Lender: Zillow Home Loans LLC, 10975 El Monte St., Overland Park, Kansas. Property: 219 Shelter Rock Road, Stamford. Amount: $390,300. Filed Feb. 12.

Sica, Andrew and Lindsay Carpenter, Fairfield, by Tamara Peterson. Lender: Guaranteed Rate Affinity LLC, 1800 W. Larchmont Ave., Chicago, Illinois. Property: 120 S. Pine Creek Road, Fairfield.

Amount: $584,000. Filed Feb. 9.

NEW BUSINESSES Akvilon, 64 Frederick St., Apartment 2, Stamford 06902, c/o Volodymyr Velikoolsky. Filed March 2.

Buried Treashores, 54 Third St., Stamford 06905, c/o Kate Popolizio. Filed March 2.

Faded Edgez, 898 Hope St., Stamford 06907, c/o Gilberto G. Lorite.

Filed March 2.

Jung Yun Acupuncture, 76 Progress Drive, Suite 218, Stamford 06902, c/o Jung Yun Wong. Filed March 2.

Lesley Koenig Studi, 680 E. Main St., Suite 732, Stamford 06901, c/o Lesley Koenig. Filed March 2.

M & M Moving Services Marques, 123 Montauk Drive, Stamford 06902, c/o Dewayne Manning. Filed March 2.

Nicolelael, 120 Strawberry Hill Ave., Apartment 202, Stamford 06902, c/o Nicole Kimble. Filed March 2.

Pilot Who Bakes, 89 Woodmere Road, Stamford 06905, c/o Brian Rosenblum. Filed March 2.

Stamford Spartans Youth Football, 105 Harbor Drive, Apartment 105, Stamford 06902, c/o Juan A. Mendez. Filed March 2.

Toys N’ More, 100 Greyrock Place, Stamford 06901, c/o Sambhu N. Shrestha. Filed March 2.

PATENTS Apparatus and method for managing the printing of an electronic document having multiple page sizes. Patent no.

10,976,977 issued to Srinivasarao Bindana, et al. Assigned to Xerox, Norwalk.

Apparatus and method for sharing a printable electronic document between users.

Patent no. 10,976,973 issued to Jeyalakshmi Balasubramanian, et al. Assigned to Xerox, Norwalk.

Dynamic image scaling of scanned images. Patent no.

10,979,585 issued to Timothy Thomas, et al. Assigned to Xerox, Norwalk.

Electric powered direct drive rotor motor. Patent no. 10,974,824 issued to Timothy Lauder, et al.

Assigned to Sikorsky Aircraft, Stratford.

Methods and systems for sending an email along with a scanned document from a multifunction device. Patent no.

10,979,578 issued to Ashok Vedaraj, et al. Assigned to Xerox, Norwalk.

Pad detection through pattern analysis. Patent no. 10,978,169 issued to Markus Silvestri, et al.

Assigned to Xerox, Norwalk.

System and method for using a noncontact memory tag to detect fraudulent use of printing devices. Patent no. 10,979,594 issued to Rajana Panchani, et al.

Assigned to Xerox, Norwalk.

Thermal management methods and apparatus for producing uniform material deposition and curing for high-speed three-dimensional printing. Patent no. 10,974,495 issued to Paul McConville, et al.

Assigned to Xerox, Norwalk.

LEGAL NOTICES Notice of Formation of Unlimited Possibilities Defined, LLC Art. Of Org. filed with SSNY on 10/27/2020. 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, 9 Loring Avenue, Yonkers, New York 10704.

Purpose: any lawful purpose. #62814 Notice of Formation of TRHACKETT LLC. Art. of Org. filed with Secy of State (SSNY) on 3/4/2021.

Office: Westchester Cty. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 343 Trenor Dr New Rochelle NY 10804.

Purpose: any lawful purpose. #62815 Notice of Formation of AngeliComm, LLC Art. Of Org. filed with SSNY on 1/6/21. Offc. Loc: White Plains. SSNY desig. Cara Angelico as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 22 Pinebrook Dr, White Plains, NY 10605.

Purpose: any lawful purpose. #62816 Notice of Formation of Zamenhof Law LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 3/8/21. Office location: Westchester County.

SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served.

SSNY shall mail process to Melanie Zamenhof, 51 Lincoln Avenue, Ossining, New York 10562. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. #62818 Larry O. Consulting LLC: filed with NY Secretary of State 11/23/20.

Principal office location: Westchester County, NY. Secretary of State designated as agent of LLC upon which process against it may be served. Secretary of State shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, c/o Larry O. Consulting LLC, 1 Harbor Point Road, Stamford, CT 08902 (temporary location), attention: Larry Orell. Purpose: any lawful activity. #62819

Notice of Formation of Evermax, LLC filed with SSNY on 2/15/21. 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, 104 Forest Dr., Mt. Kisco, NY 10549. Purpose: any lawful purpose. #62820 Notice of Formation of MLBD LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on March 10, 2021. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 35 Mark Mead Road, Cross River, NY 10518. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. #62821 Notice of Formation of Hibbert RE 1 LLC Articles Of Organization filed with SSNY on 3/03/2021. 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, 1646 Castle Lawn Court, Naperville, Illinois 60565. Purpose: any lawful purpose. #62822 VIRGINIA ROAD HOLDINGS LLC. Filed 3/12/2021. Office: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as for process & shall mail copy to: 2055 Flatbush Ave, Bklyn, NY 11234. Purpose: General. #62823 Notice of formation of Hartsbrook Consulting LLC. Arts. Of Org. Filed NY Sec. of State 1/20/2021. Princ.

Office: Westchester Cty. Sec. of State designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. Sec. of State shall mail a copy of any process to the LLC, 55 Fieldstone Dr., No. 25, Hartsdale, NY 10530. Purpose: any lawful activity. #62824 61 Seminary LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) 11/4/2020.

Cty: Westchester. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to 2545 Dunning Dr., Yorktown Heights, NY 10598. General Purpose #62825

Anita Greenwald, LLC. Filed 3/3/21 Office: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: 13 Greenbriar Circle, Armonk, NY 10504 Purpose: All lawful #62826 Notice of Formation of KVBridge LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 3/18/2021. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as LLC's agent upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 1051 The Parkway, Mamaroneck, NY 10543. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. #62827 Notice of Formation of Honey Badger Advisors, LLC Articles of Organization filed with SSNY on 02/24/2021.

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, 125 Central Avenue / B9, Rye, NY 10580. Purpose: any lawful purpose. #62828 Notice of Formation of MKD NOTARY SERVICES LLC Art. Of Org. filed with SSNY on 03/24/2021. Offc.

Loc: Westchester Cty. SSNY desig. as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, PO BOX 80, ARDSLEY, NY 10502 #62830 Notice of Formation of: MLucia Designs LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 03/08/2021. Office location: Westchester County.

SSNY is designated as agent of LLC whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 165 Oakland Ave, Eastchester, NY 10709.

Purpose: any lawful act or activity. #62831 Notice of Formation of CTCS Capital LLC. Art. Of Org. filed with SSNY on 2/22/21. Office Location: Westchester County.

Bruno Oliveto designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Bruno Oliveto, 26 1st Street 8022, Pelham, NY 10803.

Purpose: any lawful purpose. #62832

Latafood LLC Art of Org. filed with the SSNY on 03/04/2021 Office: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, Adam Dreksler 700 Broadway, New York, NY 10003 Purpose: Any lawful purpose. #62833 Agovino Management LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) 3/23/2021. Cty: Westchester. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to 909 Midland Ave., Yonkers, NY 10704. General Purpose #62834 Notice of Formation of 153 Southside Holdings LLC: Art. Of Org. filed with SSNY on 03/19/2021. 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, 153 Southside Ave, Hastings on Hudson, NY 10706. Purpose: any lawful purpose. #62835 Law Office of Kaliopi Kavalos, PLLC. Art. of Org. filed 10/16/07. Office in West. Co. SSNY designated for process and shall mail to Kaliopi Kavalos, 67 Amity St, Meriden, CT 06450. Purpose: Law #62836 Notice of Formation of TRPS LARK LLC. Art. of Org. filed with Secy of State (SSNY) on 3/31/2021.

Office: Westchester Cty. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 343 Trenor Dr., New Rochelle, NY 10804.

Purpose: any lawful purpose. #62837 Voltron Properties, LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) 3/25/2021. Cty: Westchester. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to 767 Wilmot Rd., Scarsdale, NY 10583. General Purpose #62838

Sealed bids will be received as set forth in Instructions to Bidders (https://www. dot.ny.gov/bids-and-lettings/construction-contractors/important-info) until 10:30 A.M. on Thursday, May 06, 2021 at the NYSDOT, Office of Contract Management, 50 Wolf Rd, 1st Floor, Suite 1CM, Albany, NY 12232 and will be publicly opened and read. Maps, Plans and Specifications may be seen at Electronic documents and Amendments which are posted to www.dot.ny.gov/doing-business/opportunities/ const-notices.

The New York State Department of Transportation, in accordance with the Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation, Subtitle A, Office the Secretary, Part 21, Nondiscrimination in Federally-assisted programs of the Department of Transportation and Title 23 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 200, Title IV Program and Related Statutes, as amended, issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all who respond to a written Department solicitation, request for proposal or invitation for bid that it will affirmatively insure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability/handicap and income status in consideration for an award.

BIDDERS SHOULD BE ADVISED THAT AWARD OF THESE CONTRACTS MAY BE CONTINGENT UPON THE PASSAGE OF A BUDGET APPROPRIATION BILL BY THE LEGISLATURE AND GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK. Please call (518)457-2124 if a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the letting.

Region 08: New York State Department of Transportation 4 Burnett Blvd., Poughkeepsie, NY, 12603 D264510, PIN 881469, FA Proj Z0E1-8814-693, Dutchess, Orange, Westchester Cos., GUIDERAIL REPLACEMENTS DUTCHESS, ORANGE & WESTCHESTER COUNTIES, Bid Deposit: 5% of Bid (~ $125,000.00), Goals: DBE: 10.00% D264514, PIN 881545, FA Proj ZS3E-8815-453, Columbia, Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Ulster, Westchester Cos., WRONG WAY DRIVING & LOW CLEARANCE BRIDGE COUNTER MEASURES, R8, COLUMBIA, DUTCHESS, ORANGE, PUTNAM, ROCKLAND, ULSTER, WESTCHESTER Counties., Bid Deposit: 5% of Bid (~ $75,000.00), Goals: DBE: 10.00%

Notice of Formation of Prezidental Transportation Services, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 3/31/21. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Prezidental Transportation Services LLC, 36A W 1st Street, Mt. Vernon, NY 10550.

Purpose: any lawful act or activity. #62839 Notice of Formation of Debbie Oette Realtor LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 03/26/2021. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 703 Pelham Rd, New Rochelle, NY 10805. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. #62840

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC). NAME: The Suites at 303 South Broadway, LLC. Articles of Organization for LLC filed with New York Secretary of State (SSNY) 4/5/21. Office Location: Westchester County New York. SSNY is designated agent upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to LLC at, c/o Stark Business Solutions, Inc. 445 Hamilton Avenue, Suite 1102, White Plains, NY 10601. Purpose: Any lawful purpose #62841 Thumbs Up Handyman LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 03/16/2021.

Office: Westchester County. Registered Agent Inc. designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to Registered Agents Inc. at 90 State Street, Suite 700, Office #40, Albany, NY 12207. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. #62842

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Lake Ave Pharma LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) 4/2/2021. Cty: Westchester. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to 130 Lake Ave., Yonkers, NY 10703. General Purpose #62843 Notice of Formation of AMARA AMOUR LLC Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 02/10/21. Office location: Westchester County.

SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 8 Adams Street #1, Mt. Vernon, NY 10550.

Purpose: any lawful act or activity. #62844

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