Westfair Business Journal, July 31, 2023

By Justin McGown / jmcgown@westfairinc.com

LaMora senior housing under construction using modular units

By Peter Katz / pkatz@westfairinc.com

The building is due to have 57 one-bedroom units and three two-bedroom units. The plans call for 30 on-site parking spaces. The building is to be just under 52 feet tall, within the maximum of 65 feet that is permitted in the area.

Architect Stuart Lachs of the firm Perkins Eastman said that LaMora "showcases the balance between affordable and environmentally conscious design."

Modular units are being put into place at the Yonkers Housing Authority's (YHA) LaMora Senior Housing complex at 23 Mulberry St. in Yonkers. Groundbreaking for the development had taken place in October. The $44 million affordable housing development will have 60 apartments and they'll be designated for people age 62 and older with incomes at or below 60% of the area median income.

Senior citizen building proposed in Yonkers

By Peter Katz / pkatz@westfairinc.com

Michael Mastrogiacomo of Port Chester-based Mastrogiacomo Engineering is expected back before the Yonkers Planning Board at its Sept. 13 meeting with final plans for a 24-unit senior citizen apartment building proposed for 10 Romaine Ave. The applicant is identified as 10 Romaine Plaza LLC and is registered at 321 McLean Ave. in Yonkers. Abraham Rabadi is listed as the contact for the company and owner of the property.

LaMora has been designed to the energy efficiency standard known as Passive House. Buildings designed to that standard require comparatively little energy for heating or cooling. The apartments include low-flow plumbing fixtures, Energy Star appliances, individually controlled high-efficiency electric

heat and cooling, and LED lighting and emergency generators that take over when there's a power failure.

Construction is expected to be completed by spring 2024. LaMora is being built where the Longfellow School once stood. The school was closed in the mid-1970s and the abandoned building was demolished in 2015.

The proposed building would utilize modular construction and would have three floors of apartments above a grade-level entrance. Parking would be at grade level. There would be a total of 13 parking spaces provided in accordance with the city's zoning code that allows the number of spaces in a senior citizen housing project to be reduced by 50% from what typically would be required. Of the 24 apartments, 12 would be studios and 12 would be one-bedroom units. Rents would be set at market rates rather than in the affordable housing category.

Mastrogiacomo has previously told Yonkers planners that the developer would be providing an extra parking space to be used by visitors. He said that the developer reviewed the plans and redesigned the parking layout to address comments received questioning whether vehicles would be able to properly maneuver to get into and out of the parking spaces. He said that there would be three parking

spaces at the street side of the building with the rest in a rear parking area. He said that the rear parking area also has been redesigned to provide proper safety distances around the support columns for the building.

The plans were revised to provide a mixture of holly trees and evergreens for landscaping instead of just evergreens. Mastrogiacomo said that there would be an outdoor recreation area that would have benches, picnic tables and, possibly, a bocce court or other recreational features.

The city's planners suggested that a deed restriction would be appropriate to help ensure that a future buyer of the property would keep the building as senior citizen housing. The developer agreed to take that route.

Mastrogiacomo prepared a number of illustrations with different treatments of what the building might look like from the front and was going to use feedback from the Planning Board and city staff when proposing colors and materials in the final plans.

The original application that was filed with Yonkers did not provide an estimate of the construction cost.

Rendering of the LaMora Senior Housing building.

One of the front elevation options submitted for 10 Romaine Ave., Yonkers.

Modular units being positioned in the construction of the Yonkers Housing Authority's LaMora apartment building.

Orange County horse breeders accused by EPA of degrading wetlands

By Bill heltzel / bheltzel@westfairinc.com

heavy machinery deposited and spread construction and demolition materials on wetlands while building private access roads on the expansion site from December 2018 to April 2019.

Williams, acting on behalf of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, filed an action seeking restoration of the wetlands and civil penalties, July 20 in U.S. District Court, White Plains.

Maplewood Warmbloods LLC, co-owners Thomas Pushkal and Jennifer Vanover, and Pushkal’s parents, Edward and Frances Pushkal, were charged with filling in about 3.5 acres of wetlands with materials such as asphalt, concrete, PVC piping and glass.

Maplewood Warmbloods did not immediately reply to an email asking for a response to the allegations.

The facility is depicted on its website as an elite center that trains Oldenburg horses “with top gaits and ama-

teur-friendly temperaments,” and as the host of symposiums, clinics and breed and dressage competitions.

From June 2015 to March 2016, according to the complaint, Thomas Pushkal and Vanover allowed construction and demolition materials to be deposited and spread on wetlands at their 58-acre property on Bart Bull Road. The EPA learned of the activity in 2018, inspected the site, and cautioned Pushkal and Vanover that they needed a Clean Water Act permit from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Pushkal got his parent’s permission to expand Maplewood Warmbloods on their property on Stony Ford Road, the complaint states, and his mother got a permit from the town of Wallkill to clear, fill and grade a portion of their property.

Despite the EPA warning, the government claims, dump trucks and

The EPA inspected the site in September 2020 and verified that wetlands were impacted, according to the complaint.

Both sites, the government says, connect to the Wallkill River and require the federal permit. Fill materials can be authorized, if it can be demonstrated that they will not have an adverse impact on the waters.

Maplewood Warmbloods, Vanover, Thomas Pushkal and his parents, according to the complaint, never got the authorization.

The government is asking the court to make the defendants restore the wetlands at both sites and pay civil penalties for each day of violations. The Clean Water Act authorizes a civil penalty of $37,500 a day before Nov. 3, 2015, and $64,618 per day thereafter.

U.S. Attorney Damian Williams has accused the owners of a horse training center in Wallkill, Orange County, of repeatedly dumping debris on wetlands in violation of the federal Clean Water Act.

Oldenburg mare trotting with newborn colt.

The Clean Water Act authorizes a civil penalty of $37,500 a day.

Stratford Mayor Hoydick's State of the Town highlights infrastructure projects, avoids dwelling on tax hike

By Phil Hall / phall@westfairinc.com

Stratford Mayor Laura Hoydick called attention to a diverse spread of municipal activity in her 2023 State of the Town address, but she opted not to focus heavily on the town's first tax hike since 2018.

Hoydick began her YouTube-based presentation by thanking “residents and business owners for your collaboration with our town government over the last year, helping us to expand and improve our departments and services as we work towards our goals for the town's future.” She also offered her praise to the members of the town council for supporting her administration’s budget policies during her mayoralty, pointing to “a reduction in the mill rate and taxes” over the past five years” while highlighting that Stratford’s grand list has grown 2.86% over 2021 to over $143 million.

Hoydick provided no financial data in discussing this year’s municipal budget, which she defined as “a slight shift from the previous five-year trend” – perhaps a too-polite way of acknowledging the town's first tax increase in six years, a 1.87% hike to cover the $254.27 million budget. However, she defended the move by stating it “balances the realities of what we're faced with in the current economic climate and the challenges that come with it.” She stressed that her administration was focused on “streamlining and finding efficiencies across departments” in order to “minimize the financial impact on our hardworking residents and businesses of Stratford,” adding that a ratcheting up of grant applications has brought in more funds.

“We've taken the strategic approach to apply and receive more grants for infrastructure, sustainability, resiliency, flood and stormwater management, conservation and community service projects,” she said. “These projects define our priorities when we look towards the future and quality of life in Stratford, encompassing the whole wellness of the town as we move forward.”

Hoydick pointed out developmental projects that Stratford launched in the past year. This included the town’s Plan of Conservation Development (POCD), which she described as “a roadmap for the next 10 years – and it

covers everything from our goals for housing, land use zoning or conservation environmental efforts, our educational development, economic growth, and our dedication to health and community services.” she said.

Hoydick said the POCD would shortly be available for residents’ review and input. She also noted a rewriting of the town’s zoning regulations was underway, which she predicted would “shape much of Stratford's future.”

The mayor called attention to the 77-acre Stratford Army Engine Plant site, which is now the subject of a “comprehensive design” that would transform the property into a waterfront park. She admitted the transformation of the property took longer than hoped for and she expressed her “gratitude for the collective patience of residents who have been waiting for this moment for quite some time.”

Elsewhere in Stratford, Hoydick continued, were other projects including the remediation and development of the former Ross & Roberts site on West Broad Street and the former Center School on Sutton Avenue, as well as upgrades to Main Street designed to better accommodate pedestrians and bicyclists.

The State of the Town also called attention to one of the Stratford’s most notable corporate residents, with Hoydick declaring that Sikorsky Aircraft “remains focused on growth, both at their plant and with their suppliers.”

She shared that the Lockheed Martin subsidiary was confident on the continued production of its aircraft and its longstanding relationship with the U.S. Department of the Army.

Other projects in Hoydick’s spotlight included Parkway Plaza behind Ryder’s Landing – she noted the property was “being cleared to make way for development, which will include retail offices and a waterfront hotel. This will begin with Starbucks, which plans to open by Labor Day.” She also cited a variety of smaller eateries and retail businesses that have recently opened around the town. Two other long-percolating projects – the Superfund cleanup along the Ferry Boulevard and East Main Street corridors and

the redevelopment of the former site of the American Shakespeare Theatre property – were briefly cited. Hoydick also stressed that getting around town was a lot more aesthetically pleasing thanks to municipal workers.

“The pothole crew has been on the roads every day – sidewalks are being patched and curbs are being repaired, and brooks and streams are cleaned weekly,” she said. “Our garage division continues to serve as our entire vehicle fleet, which consists of DPW trucks, police, fire and EMS vehicles. Our parks division is currently in various phases on a number of playground projects, including upgrades to Johnson House and Franklin School, a playground replacement at Chapel School and a new interactive playground system for the Birdseye Complex, which will be enjoyed by seniors, adults, young adults and children. Park staff is currently cleaning up massive amounts of debris that washes ashore during the year that ends up at Short Beach, the mouth of the river and

Long Beach.”

In addition to offering updates on several public works and engineering projects, Hoydick offered her commendation to the Stratford Health Department and the town’s police and fire departments and EMS operations for continuing their focus on maintaining public health and safety.

“Everything that we do is in service to our hardworking Stratford residents and businesses,” she said in closing. “This town is able to run as smoothly as possible and it has been an ever-evolving operation thanks to the contributions of our various departments, our residents and our local organizations working collaboratively to find solutions and efficiencies. I am grateful for the elected volunteers who continue to serve the constituency, and to the passion, the communication and the cooperation that I see each day makes Stratford a wonderful place to live. I am confident in the state of our town right now and I look forward to seeing what's in store for Stratford's future.”

Screen shot of Mayor Hoydick presenting her YouTube-based State of the Town address.

“Everything that we do is in service to our hardworking Stratford residents and businesses.”

Businessman sues to quash subpoenas for personnel records

By Bill heltzel / bheltzel@westfairinc.com

Lee, of Greenwich, Connecticut, filed motions to quash subpoenas issued on behalf of Richard Golaszewski, of Rye, and Stephen Swentzel, of Manhattan, July 5 in U.S. District Court, White Plains.

Lee claims that his personnel records — from 17 Capital, where all three men were employed, and from Oak Hill Advisors, where he now works — are private and irrelevant to the lawsuit in which he accuses Golaszewski and Swentzel of surreptitiously ousting him from a lucrative partnership.

Lee was head of fundraising and investor relations at 17Capital. Golaszewski and Swentzel were managing directors.

In 2021, Lee says he formed a partnership that would combine their talents and market their services to another private equity firm. He conceived, developed and led the partnership and presented a deal to Hunter Point Capital in Spring 2022.

He claims that Hunter Point estimated that the three men could earn $848 million over a 10 year span.

But Hunter Point hired Golaszewski and Swentzel, not Lee.

Lee sued his former colleagues this past March in Stamford Superior Court, claiming they had betrayed him to “fatten their own pockets.”

He accused them of breaches of a partnership agreement, a joint venture agreement and fiduciary duty.

Golaszewski and Swentzel state in court records that they did attend some meetings with Lee, including with Hunter Point Capital officials. But they told Lee not to use their names in his job hunt or to present them as parts of a packaged deal.

Lee’s future at 17Capital was bleak, they claim, and when Hunter Point

Capital declined to hire Lee he “adopted the preposterous legal theory” that the three men had created a legally binding partnership. They say they never agreed to a partnership, in writing or otherwise.

claim, because of poor performance, disruptive behavior and refusal to participate in his annual performance review.

Employment records will show that Lee was a “value destroyer, not a value creator,” they argue, and that it made no sense for them to link their job prospects to Lee and his “imagined partnership.”

Lee responded that the “request to dumpster-dive” through his employment records “is nothing more than an attempt to distract from their own misconduct.”

He said his former colleagues “repeatedly slander, for no apparent relevant reason, their former friend, colleague, and business partner with needless false attacks. These are simply the lowest form of litigation tactics.”

Oral arguments are scheduled for Aug. 10 before U.S. District Judge Philip M. Halpern.

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Lee’s lawsuit was moved to U.S. District Court, in New Haven, Connecticut. On July 5, attorneys for Golaszewski and Swentzel subpoenaed Lee’s employment records. Lee was fired at 17Capital, they

Lee is represented by Manhattan attorney Jonathan D. White. Golaszewski and Swentzel are represented by White Plains attorneys Michael H. Reed and Russell M. Yankwitt.

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Businessman Daniel Lee does not want former colleagues to get his personnel records to defend themselves in a lawsuit he brought against them.

“Employment records will show that Lee was a “value destroyer, not a value creator.”

According to a 2022 survey by the talent acquisition platform Eightfold, AI has already made major inroads in various HR processes. Of the 259 surveyed HR leaders, 73% said that they have embraced AI as a tool in recruitment and hiring, and 92% plan to increase the use of AI technology in at least one part of their work in the future, including internal tasks like retraining employees and managing performance.

The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) conducted similar research, which found that while there was real enthusiasm about the potential for AI to impact HR in general and recruitment in particular, many managers are still seeking information about automation and AI tools. In their survey of 1,688 current HR professionals, 46% of respondents said they want more resources that will help them identify potential bias in AI tools.

According to Diane Mokriski, an attorney at the Connecticut Business and Industry Association (CBIA), questions about AI-generated bias are already percolating.

“It’s getting more and more common for Connecticut businesses to use AI, whether that’s in recruiting or hiring, or for current employees,” Mokriski said. “But I think what a lot of people aren’t appreciating is that it can have a disparate impact on certain applicants.”

Mokriski said that AI applications may expose companies that use them to legal action pertaining to discrimination, intentional or not. If AI is used to make hiring or screening decisions, the company faces full legal liability.

“People don’t quite appreciate the power of AI. They think that it’s neutral, because of course a robot is going to be, but the effect that it has is actually often not neutral,” she added.

Mokriski warned that a company could create self-inflicted problems by misusing AI. For example, if an AI solution is used to screen for applicants who are similar to current staff, this could harm the company by screening out candidates who are able to provide valuable new perspectives while creating

a risk exposure if the instructions wind up ensuring the staff are all from the same demographic.

“The AI is really only as good as the person who programmed it, and the people who program it are humans, and they’re using data also provided by humans” said Mokriski. “If you’re running a business and have been using AI for recruiting take a look at who your successful applicants are, if more than one type of person can get past that first level of AI.”

Chris Russell, the managing director of RecTech Media, a Trumbull consulting firm and media outlet centered on the latest developments in the field of recruiting technology, was less pessimistic.

“At the end of the day, recruiting is still people who hire people,” he said. “I don’t think AI is going to change that part of it. I think AI is going to just help us uncover people for recruiters and help surface the top ones, maybe automate setting up the interview process.”

Russell believed that HR use of AI was still at a very early stage, noting that it may prove most useful in HR tasks that aren’t focused on screening applicants.

“Right now, it’s more of the generative AI that we’re seeing, so companies with applicant tracking systems are inserting it into places where it helps to automate stuff,” Russell said. “A number of vendors in the space have now introduced generative AI to help automatically write a job description for an employer and make that process easy and automated for them. It’s also being used to summarize stuff.”

David Lewis, the founder and CEO of Operations Inc., a Norwalk-based HR consulting practice, anticipates an increasing demand for AI in the workplace despite potential risks. He believed AI can be useful both for companies dealing with substantial numbers of candidates for few spots and those seeking good hires when market

conditions make qualified hires difficult to find in the first place.

Lewis also emphasized that the technology has already been in place longer than many people realize.

“Artificial intelligence has been present in the HR space for well over 12 years now,” Lewis said. “Earlier iterations really came in the form of applicant tracking systems. Companies that have some type of volume of recruiting are looking for efficient ways to be able to take the pipeline of candidates and turn that into a more manageable pile.”

Across most industries, Lewis indicated that a low unemployment rate has driven the need for active recruiting of people already in jobs, but he foresees a future where those dealing with large numbers of candidates might be queuing for work. In those situations, he predicted, AI will be heavily used.

“In the next few years, you are going to hear about candidates being interviewed by AI,” Lewis said. “If we can filter down the candidates the way we are and we have AI that allows us to interact through text and ask questions and get responses, there’s going to be more of that in the first level of screening. Entities that are doing hiring at a high volume absolutely will use AI tools to move that process along and reduce the amount of human intervention that’s needed.”

On the other hand, Krista Bradford, the Westport-based CEO of retained executive search firm The Good Search, had doubts about the transformational impact on recruiting in the executive sphere.

“I worked as a recruiter in technology for two decades, and before that I leveraged technology as an investigative reporter,” Bradford said, recalling that she grew up in a community well within Silicon Valley’s sphere of influence. “AI requires massive data sets, and the data needs to be relatively clean. And the algorithms need to be made devoid of human flaws such as biases, or else you get into trouble.”

Bradford noted that work with tech companies building out their AI capacity had taught her that it was important to interrogate claims about AI. “Usually the salespeople don’t know, then you have to drill down to the product team, the engineering team.”

“AI is tricky business in terms of analyzing who makes a great candidate,” Bradford said. “Past behavior is typically the best predictor of future behavior, but not always. Was somebody a hugely successful executive because they were amazing and a genius? Or was the company very well-funded and launched at exactly the right time?”

Bradford believed AI can help answer those questions but as the technology becomes widespread it will stop providing a competitive advantage. She added her company emphasized something she employed in her journalistic days: “Good old-fashioned shoe leather takes you a long way – especially if you’re the only one doing it.”

“Artificial intelligence has been present in the HR space for well over 12 years now,” Lewis said.

Artificial intelligence VS. human resources

An introductory journey into AI's potential

By Justin McGown / jmcgown@westfairinc.com

Dr. John Patrick drew on his extensive background in technology and experience exploring complex topics in his “Attitude” book series to lead a recent seminar on artificial intelligence (AI) technology at Ridgefield’s Founder’s Hall.

Patrick has degrees in engineering, law, and business management along with a doctorate in medical administration – and he played a key role in establishing the modern internet through his decades — long career at IBM and as a founding member of the World Wide Web Consortium at the Massachusetts Institute for Technology in 1994. He began his presentation by screening videos of recent tests conducted by Boston Dynamics showcasing the mobility of their Atlas robots. He asked attendees to imagine the bipedal robots equipped with AGI, advanced general intelligence.

“That’s the next evolution of AI,” Patrick said, making a distinction between the currently popular generative AI, which predicts likely answers to questions in the way that ChatGPT and Google’s Bard AI differ from a “strong” AI, which is actually intelligent instead of using a large language model to predict the best response to

a question without actually understanding the information inputted or outputted.

“We have lots of smart people in the world and they want to work on AI,” Patrick said of the causes for the sudden exponential growth of the industry. “They’re excited about it just like they were 25, 30 years ago with the internet. And of course, the venture capitalists are pretty excited about this too. Right now, there’s about 8,000 new companies and startups focused purely on artificial intelligence. Why are there 8,000 startups? Well, they see a market potential of one and a half trillion dollars.”

Patrick drew on research he conducted while writing “Robot Attitude: How Robots and Artificial Intelligence Will Make Our Lives Better” to make the case that while some see a radical transformation from AI in the near future, there are solutions closer to home. Patrick discussed potential uses for technology in the realm of handling simple repetitive tasks he is familiar with from his work in healthcare administration and encouraged the audience to think about instances in their own fields, which could yield

similar results.

“The things that we should be thinking about in particular are the low-hanging fruit,” Patrick said. “People are justifiably concerned about AI, there are a lot of things to be concerned about, but there are also significant benefits. I take the positive approach and look at say, physician notes. I’m not talking about feeding medical information into ChatGPT and getting a diagnosis or the cure. But after a patient is seen by a doctor the doctor has to write up physician notes, which are then inserted in the electronic health record, and this basically takes their evening away from their family. In health care, there’s a lot of paperwork that just burns up time, and it doesn’t have to be that way.”

He also noted that as a member of the Digital Patient Experience Executive Committee at Nuvance Health there are opportunities for AI to be implemented in the Digital Patient Exchange.

“The idea is to make it painless for the patient to make an appointment online, to check in ahead of the visit with the doctor,” Patrick said of potential implementations that could eliminate forms and questions being asked repeatedly and with clerical work transmitting information between departments. “AI can look at the workflow of large numbers of people doing necessary administrative efforts and make it, so their jobs don’t have to be so manual and difficult.”

In his view, AI can be best used to eliminate discrete tasks instead of entire jobs, especially since they typically excel in doing a narrowly defined but repetitive action. Transcribing audio and writing notes to highlight the key details is already in the realm of possibility and doesn’t require creativity or intuition – plus, it saves doctors multiple hours that can be used on other duties.

Patrick dismissed the idea of AI providing diagnoses or making medical decisions, but noted that a study from Johns Hopkins that said medical errors were responsible for 250,000 U.S. deaths every year, making obvious their value as a way to double check a doctor’s work or help a pharmacist notice dangerous drug interactions.

“That’s just one tiny area,” Patrick added. “There are many more significant areas, but they all have risks. We don’t have the guard rails and the regulations in place yet as a country so I would never urge any health-care provider to roar into this too quickly.”

Patrick pointed to the value of AI within research pertaining to genetics, and its widespread application in self-driving cars as other areas where the current form of the technology may soon yield results. However, Patrick had concerns about the ability of unrestrained development to bring AI technology to a safe and productive space.

“One thing that potentially makes the outcome of all this less than possible is regulation, or rather the lack thereof, which is just the opposite of what we faced way back in 1994 when I was a co-founder of the Worldwide Web Consortium at MIT.”

Patrick stated that in contrast to the internet, which was at risk of being strangled completely by regulations that would stifle innovation and growth as it was establishing itself, AI likely needs a stricter regulatory environment than currently exists in the U.S. He noted that he was among the 1,100 signatories on the open letter in March 2023 calling for six-month pause on AI development – tech mogul Elon Musk and Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak who also signed that letter.

“In Europe and even China they’re regulating, they’ve put a lot of work into creating guardrails to protect privacy and against the danger, which can arise from AI,” Patrick said, noting the potential for AI to design both biological and computer viruses. There’s a lot of things that could go wrong here, but the U.S. is moving at a snail’s pace.”

On the same day as Patrick’s presentation, President Joe Biden held a meeting with the leaders of Amazon, Google, Meta, Microsoft, and several AI startups that resulted in the announcement of initial steps to ensure the companies’ AI research will meet commitments in the fields of safety, security, and trust – however, the commitments are nonbinding.

Dr. John Patrick

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Local officials get White House guidance on seeking federal funds

By Peter Katz / pkatz@westfairinc.com

While speculation was running rampant on July 21 about whether Westchester County Executive George Latimer would decide to run against incumbent Congressman Jamaal Bowman in a Democratic Primary, Latimer was focused on government business at a meeting in Mount Vernon. Latimer joined with other regional leaders in a meeting with Senior Advisor to President Biden and White House Infrastructure Coordinator Mitch Landrieu, who briefed them on the best ways to go after the mountain of new federal funding that's available for infrastructure projects.

That same day, the publication Jewish Insider had run a story highlighting frustration among some Jewish leaders and establishment Democrats in the 16th Congressional District with Rep. Bowman's stand on Israel. Among the things that upset them were Bowman's vote against a House resolution stating that Israel is not a racist country and Bowman's boycott of a speech given to Congress by Israeli President Herzog. The story mentioned that Latimer was seen as a potentially strong alternative to Bowman.

Latimer had previously confirmed that he was approached to consider running against Bowman in a primary. Latimer subsequently told the Business Journal he had not made a decision and declined to identify who had suggested he consider running. The roundtable meeting at Mount Vernon had been coordinated by Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand. Those attending in addition to Latimer included:

Mount Vernon Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard; State Sen. Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins; State Sens. Shelley Mayer, Nathalia Fernandez and Jamaal Bailey; Assemblymembers J. Gary Pretlow, MaryJane Shimsky and Chris Burdick; and Putnam County Executive Kevin Byrne.

Gillibrand said she is going to be the lead senator on a bill to establish a $5 trillion infrastructure funding bank and is seeking Republicans to become co-sponsors to make it a bipartisan effort. That would be in addition to the $1.2 trillion in funding already in the pipeline as a result of the recently passed infrastructure bill.

"We can't rebuild just the way it was, so I have legislation that I've written for this Congress that we're trying to get a vote on about just resiliency," Gillibrand said. "It's called The Resilient Highways Act and you rebuild infrastructure in a way that can withstand the next 100 years of these horrible floods. That's something that would make a difference for Mount Vernon and the whole Westchester County as well as the whole state."

Gillibrand said she and her staff will create a grant guide of all the federal programs that will be providing money for infrastructure, flooding relief and other needs.

"We can probably do this in the next few weeks so it's not a long-term thing," Gillibrand said. "All of these projects have to be applied for. I will commit to you to try to make it easier to apply for the money."

Landrieu said that the infrastructure

funding that the federal government has available right now is "more money than the federal government has ever shown up with in your lifetime."

He said that the best way to go after the federal money is on a regional basis.

"Water does not know your legislative boundaries," Landrieu said. "When the flood comes it does not go 'I'm in the assemblywoman's district, let me not go into the senate district.' The water's going to go where the hell the water wants to go."

He said that leaders at various levels of government need to get together and decide what their priorities are before applying for federal funding.

"If you apply for everything you're likely not to get anything" Landrieu said. "If you apply for everything it means there's not a whole lot of planning going on and there's not a lot of collaboration, communication and coordination happening. You've got to get together and get focused on what the most important things are. The money comes down to the ground basically in two ways: one way is straight to the governor. This state has already gotten a check for $10 billion. It's already up in the state. Y'all have it. The second way you get money is through application for grants (direct to the federal government)."

Landrieu said that so far the Biden Administration has "pushed $220 billion out of the door. We have 35,000 projects in some level of formation across the country and there is a substantial amount of money that has already come to New York."

Latimer said that Westchester County has projects on the drawing board ready to go if new federal money is committed or if the county can tap into federal funds that New York state already has received.

Latimer explained that the county has seven wastewater treatment plants, four of them on the Sound Shore side

and three of them on the Hudson River side. Latimer said that the county is very concerned about the vulnerability of the plants to rising water levels both in the Hudson River and Long Island Sound.

"Each of those plants needs additional investment to modernize, particularly the Yonkers plant in Ludlow, Southwest Yonkers, which is the largest of our sewage treatment plants," Latimer said. "We have a system of parkways that were built a long time ago. The Bronx River Parkway, which is owned by Westchester County, was built in the 1920s. We name them after the rivers that are right next to them: the Saw Mill River; Hutchinson River; Bronx River. The river and parkway become as one whenever we have enough water out there."

Latimer said that the pavement needs to be raised in spots to prevent flooding and added that he's concerned about protecting railroad tracks from flooding, especially the Metro-North Hudson Line tracks along the Hudson River that also are used by Amtrak.

"We're talking about projects that probably would get funding approved in 2024," Latimer told the Business Journal. "If we can begin construction on them within '24 that would be great. It's just as likely we might be looking at '25, which would be my last year as county executive. I may be term-limited but the things I believe in aren't term-limited."

Federal funding meeting in Mount Vernon July 21.

At the Mount Vernon panel, from left, Kirsten Gillibrand, Andrea Stewart-Cousins and George Latimer.

White House Infrastructure Coordinator Mitch Landrieu and Sen. Gillibrand.

"All of these projects have to be applied for. I will commit to you to try to make it easier to apply for the money."

- Kirsten Gillibrand

Turning dessert lovers into gourmet bakers

By Georgette Gouvei a / ggouveia@westfairinc.com

Agathe Assouline-Lichten has always loved to bake, finding it both relaxing and stimulating.

“It’s empowering and educational,” she said, adding that it calls on a knowledge of several subjects, including history, science and math.

Growing up in Philadelphia, a girl in thrall to molten lava cake and red velvet cupcakes, she seemed destined for a career in food. (“It was a big part of my childhood,” she recalled.) But her father, a French importer of gourmet foods, had a few choice words for her: Don’t become a chef. And so armed with a Bachelor of Arts degree in art history from Boston University, she spent a decade working for Sotheby’s auction house; Richemont Group, a luxe goods holding company; and Harry Winston jewelers.

“I worked in luxury marketing,” said Assouline-Lichten, (whose French first name is pronounced “a GET”). “They were great places to work. I learned so much.”

Still, she never forgot baking. (She also holds an MBA from the École Hôtelière de Lausanne, now the EHL Hospitality Business School in Switzerland.) In 2015, after a year and half of beta testing, Assouline-Lichten took what she called “a major leap of faith” and became the co-founding CEO of Red Velvet NYC, a gourmet baking kit delivery service that aims to have a nice slice of the $12 billion home baking market that has been boosted both by Covid confinement and programs like “The Great British Bake Off.”

With 100,000plus kits going out the door every year – priced from $20 to $32, plus shipping – Assouline-Lichten took another leap of faith in February, moving the business from Brooklyn to a more than 10,000-square-foot facility in Mount Kisco.

Covid did more from a socioeconomic standpoint than set many to making blueberry muffins, packing on the pounds. It sent young families like Assouline-Lichten, her husband and two boys to the suburbs, in this case, Westchester County.

“Our small family has to grow,” she said, “so we relocated during the pandemic.”

But that made Brooklyn, which she described as a dynamic place with a lot of start-ups, a long commute. In Mount Kisco, she found a place on North Bedford Road that offered five times the space and her own loading dock at a better price per square foot.

Cooking has long had its ingredients-and-recipe kits like Blue Apron. But baking would seem to be even more suited to that business model. Unlike much of cooking, it is really recipe-driven, Assouline-Lichten said – good news for those who like, or need, to follow a game plan. On the other hand, she added, baking has its challenges. You can’t taste it as you go along (though many of us have fond memories of licking the bowl as the brownies or cake went into the oven). And it often requires special equipment to do the job right.

Red Velvet NYC gives you virtually everything you need for the task at hand in some 100 baking kits, right down to such items as parchment paper and heavy cream. The company prides itself, Assouline-Lichten said, on shipping ingredients so they arrive fresh on your doorstep on a day you choose, although some ingredients, like eggs, are illegal to ship; others, like bananas, are deemed too fragile. Recipes are marked easy, moderate and advanced, with a list of the utensils you’ll need. If you lack, say, a whisk or a spatula, you can buy those from the company. She also stressed that your kit can be a oneoff or part of a subscription.

Amid summer, the Banana Pudding With White Chocolate, in homage to New York City’s Magnolia Bakery group, is beckoning, along with Lavender Vanilla Bean Cupcakes and Lemon Tart With Shortbread Crust.

Of course, this being the Christmas-in-July marketing season as well, Red Velvet NYC is anticipating Candy Cane Cupcakes, Chocolate Truffles (gluten-free option), Gingerbread People, Sugar Cookie Trees and Mint Chocolate Sandwich Cookies. There are also French macarons, Nutella cupcakes, crème brûlée, tiramisu, devil’s food cake, apple tarlets and let’s not forget Assouline-Lichten’s beloved red velvet, which you can make as a cake or Pink Velvet Cupcakes. She named her company after the dessert, which is traditionally associated with Southern and especially African American baking, with Juneteenth being a big red velvet moment, but was popularized by the Waldorf Astoria New York in Manhattan. (During World War II, when goods were rationed, bakers used beets for moisture and coloring for the cake, which originally got its coloring from non-Dutched, anthocyanin-rich cocoa. Today, she added, bakers use red food gel.)

Such confections have been featured on the BBC and in Business Insider, Cosmopolitan, Food & Wine and The Wall Street Journal, among others. In July, Red Velvet NYC won the Campbell Soup Real Food Innovation Challenge as an innovative food company that adheres to the Campbell Real Food Philosophy. But for Assouline-Lichten, awards are secondary. For her, Red Velvet NYC is about “knowing you made it and knowing what’s in it.

“I love to learn new skills and do something you think you’re not capable of.”

For more, visit redvelvetnyc.com.

“I love to learn new skills and do something you think you’re not capable of.”

Banana pudding with white chocolate.

Agathe Assouline-Lichten, co-founding CEO of Red Velvet NYC, a gourmet baking kit delivery service now based in Mount Kisco.

- Agathe AssoulineLichten

Yonkers e-commerce merchant accused in $580,000 postage forgery

By Bill heltzel / bheltzel@westfairinc.com

An Amazon online merchant from Yonkers has been accused of using forged flat-rate mailing labels to avoid $580,000 in postage.

The postal service examined 10,365 pieces of mail shipped by Metoscar from December 2019 through June 2022, the complaint states, and about 10,000 pieces did not qualify for flat-rate shipping.

Omer Bedir Korkmaz was arrested on July 13 and charged with conspiracy to defraud the United States.

Korkmaz operated Metoscar Corp. from his apartment on Riverdale Avenue. The e-commerce business sells emergency food supplies, according to Amazon.com, including freeze-dried survival food and buckets of food with a 25-year shelf life.

Korkmaz allegedly used flat-rate postage for packages that were ineligible for the discounted rate.

Flat-rate postage may be used for items that weigh 70 pounds or less and fit in standard postal service envelopes. But sometimes shippers alter the labels by removing the FLAT RATE ENV wording that postal workers look for to verify the correct postage. Then the doctored labels are affixed to heavier packages and the shipper is still charged the discounted postage.

Postal workers noticed the discrepancy in Spring 2021, and for 55 days Korkmaz was watched.

He drove from his home in Yonkers to a storage locker in Mount Vernon, according to a criminal complaint prepared by U.S. Postal Inspector Eduardo Gelpi. He placed parcels from the storage unit in his vehicle and dropped them off at post offices in Mount Vernon and the Bronx.

Metoscar paid the flat-rate for nearly all of the packages, according to the complaint, even though they were not in flat-rate envelopes and the FLAT RATE ENV phrase had been removed from the postage slips.

The postal service examined 10,365 pieces of mail shipped by Metoscar from December 2019 through June 2022, the complaint states, and about 10,000 pieces did not qualify for flat-rate shipping.

Metoscar paid about $7.55 per altered package, the complaint states, but should have paid an average of $63.53 per piece based on the weights and distances shipped. Metoscar allegedly defrauded the

postal service of $580,000 in revenue. Korkmaz, a citizen of Turkey, was interviewed by law enforcement in May 2022 and again last month, according to the criminal complaint, and he admitted that he paid from $200 to $300 a month to someone

in Turkey to create flat-rate postage labels.

“Korkmaz knew that the postage labels he was using were counterfeit,” the complaint states, but he used them anyway “because he wanted Metoscar to make money.”

The complaint charges postage forgery, conspiracy to forge postage, and theft of government property.

U.S. Magistrate Judge Victoria Reznik in White Plains federal court released Korkmaz from custody upon posting a $50,000 personal recognizance bond. She directed him to continue, or seek, employment, but not as an Amazon merchant. His public defender, attorney Mark B. Gombiner, did not reply to an email asking for Korkmaz’s side of the story.

Cruising on the high Cs – comfort, culture, cuisine and (good) company

By Debbi K. Kickham

Years ago, I took a Viking River Cruise through Germany, and I’ll never forget it – the lovely rooms, the itinerary and excursions, the to-die-for cuisine and, best of all, the silken service and cashmere care provided by the staff. So my husband Bill and I decided to take an extended ocean cruise on Viking. After all, Viking Cruises is an award-winning luxury brand that both Travel+Leisure and Conde Nast Traveler have named the “World’s Best Ocean Cruise Line” on more than one occasion. And I’m happy to report that our experience on Viking more than lived up to those expectations.

We sailed on the Viking Mars for 15 days from Barcelona, Spain, to Bergen, Norway. And we highly recommend an extended itinerary, as do most of the sophisticated cruisers that we meet. Given the advance planning that it takes for weeks before you depart for a cruise, it doesn’t make sense to sail only for a week. Three days into it, just when you get your bearings, you start to receive your disembark notices – not good. Opt for the extended itinerary. If you’re a reader of my travel pieces, then you know I love an all-inclusive package – which Viking does not provide. But it has other advantages that set it apart. When

we boarded, I heard those three little words that everyone craves to hear – no, not “I love you,” but the next-best thing: “You’ve been upgraded” (to a junior penthouse suite). Ah, music to my ears. There was more “music” when we met our Balinese room attendant, Kharisma, who in her sweet voice told us, “We are here to pamper you.”

COMFORT ZONES

Viking prides itself on casual elegance and luxury without any pretentiousness, or as one staff member told me, “We strive to exceed your expectations,” but in a low-key way. Here passengers didn’t really dress to the nines. It was more sixes and sevens. There were no formal nights, no casino, no kitschy umbrella drinks. And no kids under 18 allowed.

And just as there was no kitsch, there was no redundant tech. Torstein Hagen, CEO of the family-run Viking, has insisted that the remote for the suite TVs be as easy to use as possible. The unit simply turned on and off and had an up and down for volume and channels.

The accommodations (only 930

guests in 465 staterooms) extended the ship’s relaxed comfort with soothing modern décor. Our suite featured two huge TV screens – one for each room – along with a pull-out fridge stocked with chocolate, trail mix and beverages; snuggy Norwegian blankets; a desk; a bathroom with two sinks, a shower, a heated floor, robes, satin hangers, posh German Freyja amenities – and much more.

The Liv Nordic spa offered another area of calming indulgence. It was a blissful oasis with its wide variety of massages and facials, a sauna, a generous pool, lounge chairs and an ice room.

WHERE CULTURE IS KING

This hygge atmosphere – from the Norwegian word for cozy conviviality, pronounced “WHO guh” – was all in service of education through travel, which Viking promotes in its commercials as a “proud sponsor” of PBS’ “Masterpiece” series. This was a thinking person’s cruise.

While there was no library, bookcases filled with volumes were scattered throughout the many decks, so you could pick up a good read almost anywhere onboard. “Movies

Under the Stars” were often held on the pool deck, which had a retractable roof, along with videos such as the

“Journeys in Music With the National Symphony Orchestra,” under the baton of Debbie Wiseman at London’s Cadogan Hall. (Blankets were provided, which was a good thing, as I found the ship chilly at times, though by day you could enjoy the sunshine under that same retractable roof or take in the sights by the smaller infinity pool near the World Café.)

There was no meaningless hotel “art” on the walls. Instead, guests enjoyed photographs of iconic global sights and serene, wide-open, lightfilled Scandinavian-designed spaces as well as scenes of other “voyages.” Many walls, for example, contained reproductions of the “Bayeux Tapestry” that illustrated the Norman invasion of England in 1066. Dining was destination-focused, and the ship spent more time in port so that you could soak up the local atmosphere. As the cruise line’s marketing materials state, “We do not try to be all things to all people.” Instead, culture is king.

Added to that were the excellent lectures on a wide variety of topics. Two that we especially enjoyed on our journey were given by a retired American general, Joe Shaefer. One was about the under-the-radar “Operation Mincemeat” during World

“I am truly blessed. If you decide on a Viking ocean cruise, you will be,too.”

The infinity pool will fulfill your wanderlust for beautiful adventures. Photographs courtesy Viking Cruises.

War II (also the name of a fine movie with Colin Firth), and the other was all about heroines of the French Resistance, including Nancy Wake. (Her biography, “The White Mouse,” is definitely worth reading.)

In the ship’s atrium, a lovely pianist from Ukraine caressed the keys as she offered classical favorites and a wealth of requests. Music is a big part of the Viking experience, and along with the pianist, there was also an excellent string duet that played daily in the atrium, which was graced by a huge digital screen at the top of the staircase, highlighting cultural points of each port visited.

FINE CUISINE

Food for thought accompanied good food. Most times at dinner, we opted for the World Café, with its ever-changing, impressive menu of selections. I have to say just about every morsel I ate on this cruise was mouthwatering and memorable, whether it was a simple salad with balsamic dressing, salmon Coulibiac, homemade gelato or chocolate-infused pumpkin bread. Every night had a different theme, be it Portuguese, French or seafood, and there was always more than enough to satisfy even the most persnickety palate. On other nights, there were even extra-special offerings such as lobster and foie gras.

My only complaint was that the lunches tended to be heavy – with carved meats and sauces where I would have recommended lighter fare such as roll – ups, protein and quinoa bowls and perhaps some panini. Still, at lunch I special-ordered hummus whenever I wanted and typically went for the grilled shrimp that were always available. Those and the special-ordered Nutella gelato were always hits in my book.

To celebrate our wedding anniversary one night at The Restaurant, I special-ordered a meal that was one of the most fantastic dinners of my life. It started with a walnut-cranberry salad with an aged balsamic reduction, followed by house-made wild mushroom ravioli in cream sauce, topped by grilled swordfish encrusted with tarragon and a low-fat ratatouille. For dessert, the chef made us Nutella crepes, plus a low-fat carrot cake, while

the pastry chef made me my favorite Viennese truffles of light and dark Valrhona chocolate and hazelnut praline. It was so good, I ordered the entire meal for a second time on another night. If I ever appeared on the Food Network show “The Best Thing I Ever Ate,” this fine-dining experience would be it.

Another dining option was Manfredi’s, the ship’s Italian venue that required reservations, and there was also a Chef’s Table restaurant where wine was paired with your meal.

Fussy eaters that we are, we went to Manfredi’s a few times and savored every bite. Impressively, there was no extra charge to visit the specialty restaurants onboard.

We normally don’t drink alcohol, but I can report that the wines and spirits offerings were extensive. I did have some dessert wine – a Moscato

D’ Asti that was $8 a glass if you were not on the Silver Spirits package – and it was indeed a treat.

IN GOOD COMPANY

I haven’t even mentioned some of the other big and small things that make a Viking ship so special. The Nordic theme was carried out throughout the ship, with Viking artifacts; all kinds of fun facts outlined in the daily newsletter; and even a specialty boutique filled with beautiful Norwegian items – I had my eye on a Norwegian ice-blue raincoat – and adorable little books starring Finse,

Viking’s white Labrador mascot, whose adventures children delight in.

That boutique was one of the many spaces were the spirit of community was present onboard. A large gym with three rooms where you could get the job done, a dance party under the stars, even the sounds in the public restrooms of birds chirping: All of these offered proof that in my life as a travel journalist, I am truly blessed. If you decide on a Viking ocean cruise, you will be, too.

For more, click here. www.vikingcruises.com. And follow me on Instagram at @ DebbiKickham.

Viking Mars' Explorers Lounge lets you comfortably take in all the sights – with a cocktail.

The retractable roof on the pool deck opens up to glorious sights.

Business Inc.

WIN Program Breaks New Ground with Dynamic Collaborations

The Business Council of Westchester’s Westchester Innovation Network (WIN) continued its groundbreaking business-development initiatives this summer with dynamic collaborations that involved product testing and new markets acquisition.

WIN’s 2023 cohort includes VAE, a caffeinated energy spray working with Chestnut Market; Undercare, a manufacturer of adaptive underwear working with the Meadowview at Wartburg; and KELLS, a provider of artificial intelligence-based oral health solutions working with the YMCA of Central and Northern Westchester.

The New Paltz-based Chestnut Market will carry VAE’s caffeinated energy spray in 20 of its Westchester County stores for the product’s retail launch.

Chestnut Market is a regional convenience store chain operating in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.

The VAE spray, enriched with caffeine and amino acids, delivers 20 mg of caffeine per spray. For reference, three sprays provide the same amount of caffeine as a 5 oz cup of coffee.

“We’re looking to see how our messaging and packaging performs in stores,” said Mohand Khouider, co-founder of VAE. “Part of it is doing some sampling in store to get people’s first reactions and part of it is to launch in the lovely Westchester County, a more relaxed environment than downtown Manhattan. The idea is to have a small test launch before doing a larger, New York City launch where we’re looking to start in select stores.”

The Mount Vernon-based Undercare tested its products with the Meadowview at Wartburg, an assisted-living facility in Mount Vernon. Undercare undergarments feature an easy-on, easy-off design with hidden Velcro brand closures at the waist and sides.

The collaboration was Undercare’s first in an institutional setting, and Undercare’s founder Susanne Leary Shoemaker said her goal was to receive feedback from users about the products’ ease of use and fit. Feedback will be used to determine future iterations and features to add or update on the current line. Undercare will also gauge user and caregiver’s openness to adaptive products.

“Regardless of effectiveness, products must be easy to use. In addition to endusers’ acceptance of the products, caregiver and staff acceptance is equally important,” said Shoemaker, an artist, teacher and designer. “The idea is to make dressing quicker and easier for all involved. Lightening the load of caregivers is an important consideration.”

KELLS’s first Westchester collaboration was with the YMCA of Central & Northern Westchester in White Plains, where the company screened adults at the Y’s early learning childcare program with a portable X-ray device whose images are fed into a computer powered by KELLS’s AI-based software to produce personalized dental reports.

July 2023

“When people go through this screening and receive the report, they feel empowered to take control of their oral health, and that’s something that’s been confirmed by our surveys of screened patients. About 80 percent of the respondents answered that they scheduled follow up visits with dentists within six months of receiving our customized reports,” said Boris Rjavinski, partner, strategy and business development at KELLS. Following the momentous success of last year’s inaugural program, the 2023 WIN cohort is significantly larger than last year’s group and it includes companies representing the healthcare, education and consumer products sectors, among others. WIN’s goal is to drive economic development, innovation, and growth in Westchester County.

“The Westchester Innovation Network is determined to help companies like VAE, Undercare and KELLS test new products and technologies in our county with the hope that these innovators will see the value of remaining in a business ecosystem that embraces bold ideas and supports start-ups,” said Dr. Marsha Gordon, BCW president and CEO. “We are committed to helping innovators in all sectors find collaborators among our members.”

The WIN initiative is sponsored by Montefiore, Regeneron, Westchester County Industrial Development Agency, Webster Bank, Robert Martin Company, Simone Development Companies, Municipal Housing Authority for the City of Yonkers, Verizon, Empire City Casino, Dorf & Nelson and Fareri Associates.

Can Your Business Benefit from WIN?

The Business Council of Westchester is committed to helping entrepreneurs bring their ideas to life through the support of its diverse business ecosystem in Westchester County through its WIN initiative. Its network is composed of small and mid-sized companies, professional services firms, and non-profits along with some of the most well-known brands in the world like IBM, Pepsico, MasterCard, Heineken, Danone, Morgan Stanley, and Regeneron. It also includes some of the largest hospitals and healthcare systems in the world and many colleges and universities.

To learn more about becoming an Innovation Partner or joining the WIN program, visit https://thebcw.org/westchester-innovation-network/

The Business Council of Westchester is the county’s only business membership organization focusing on economic development and advocacy. It is the county’s largest and most prestigious business membership organization representing more than 1,000 members, including multinational corporations, hospitals, universities, biotech pioneers, not-for-profits, entrepreneurs and companies of all sizes. As the most influential economic development and advocacy organization in Westchester, The Business Council of Westchester’s members enjoy unparalleled access to today’s top thought leaders, diverse business development opportunities and lawmakers at all levels of government.

The BCW Data Exchange provides the latest demographic research to help guide smart business decisions. The LEAP program, a one - of-a -kind initiative, gives members direct access to lobbying efforts at the county, state and national levels on issues that directly affect their businesses. Build, Connect and Win with The Business Council of Westchester.

Visit thebcw.org to connect today.

Dental hygienist performing an X-ray on a staffer at the YMCA in White Plains. The X-ray is then fed into KELLS’s AI-powered software to produce a personal dental health assessment.

VALLEY BANK LEADERSHIP CONVERSATIONS SERIES

June 13, 2023

Kanopi White Plains, NY

From left, Joseph McCoy, Market President Commercial Banking — Hudson Valley and Fairfield, CT, Valley National Bank; BCW President and CEO Marsha Gordon; Valley National Bank President Tom Iandanza and BCW Chairman Jamie Schutzer, JDM Benefits, an Alera Group Company

Shanghai, celebs and more at Mōlì

By Jeremy Wayne / jwayne@westfairinc.com

Not that 253 Greenwich Ave. has a revolving door, but if it did I might get the feeling I was permanently revolving in it, dropping in from time to time as a new restaurant opens on the old premises inside. Luckily these premises – the former home of the Putnam Trust Co. building, designed by Rafael Gustavino Jr., no less – are rather beautiful, so stopping in has never been a hardship. But having already seen restaurants such as Greenstreet, Dome, Gaia, Morello Bistro and Douro open and close on the site, longevity is not a word I would associate with it.

Is that all about to change though?

Step out, K Dong and chef Steven Chen, who run the place, a duo increasingly associated with plush, highAsian dining in the tristate area. They already have Miku Sushi and Hinoki in Greenwich; Kumo Sushi Lounge in Scarsdale, and Blu Sushi Bar at Blu on the Hudson in Weehawken, New Jersey, to their name. But Mōlí, their new restaurant at the aforementioned

253 Greenwich Ave., takes the inventory one step beyond.

Inspired by the Shanghai of the 1930s and ’40s, the restaurant evokes elements of that city’s French and British Concessions, expatriate-settled areas of the city where, in the first half of the 20th century, nightclubs, supper-clubs and speakeasies abounded. At the front of the restaurant, Bar Moli is an almost self-contained, atmospheric watering hole, with beautiful backlighting, sumptuous decoration and exotic crafted cocktails, professionally mixed by beverage director Anthony Carrera and his team. If you’re looking just to drink at the bar, or to get the measure of the place, a good “starter” cocktail and one you won’t find elsewhere is the Mōlì Mōlì – lemongrass-infused gin, Sochu, coconut, ginger and

pandan. The house Champagne, from a 200-year-old Maison, by the way, is Henriot, small-bubbled and always stylish. I can well imagine how it was prized in the elitist French Concession of Shanghai.

On the main dining floor, Gustavino’s glorious tiles, recently restored, remain, but the vast wall panels, which climb all the way to the double-height ceiling, have been hung with a floral design paper that imitates brocade, with the same design used for the chairs in actual upholstery fabric.

“It’s all about the details,” K acknowledged, as we chatted and I cooed over the wonderful design elements, from the theatrical floor-to-ceiling velvet swags and massive, custom-made Italian chandeliers, right down to the ribbed and rather beautiful water jugs on each table and the individual cutlery stands and chopsticks wrappers. He also commented on how the flow of the restaurant continued in the upper dining room, which has a balcony overlooking the main dining floor. While the mood upstairs seemed somehow less urgent than below, it was a vibrant atmosphere nevertheless. A monumental central display of white jasmine flowers – or mō-li, from which the restaurant takes its name – dominates the downstairs room. Upstairs, downstairs, there are no “bad” tables.

Service, from what appeared to be an entire army of staff, was informed, intelligent and confident and dishes, from a comprehensive but short menu, were layered and complex. Take the shrimp, with honey and candied walnuts, all bound with a yuzu aioli dressing – a perfectly balanced dish you will likely remember long after you’ve left the restaurant. Or duck spring rolls, the most fragrant duck meat almost “whipped” into a filling, inside the lightest, flakiest, crispiest roll, which shattered satisfyingly on the tongue. Although not recognizably Shanghainese, both dishes referenced that province’s cooking style, the shrimp with its almost sweet and sour dressing, the duck with its hoisin sauce. Another winning dish, advertised as scallop and shrimp but I think was indeed scallop and prawn (a larger, sweeter species than shrimp) was more straightforward, the shellfish almost braised in a rich, spicy XO-sauce. The

black pepper filet mignon, with onion and green pepper was, again, not an especially authentic dish but still a certain crowd-pleaser nevertheless.

A couple of dishes seemed out of place, like a wintry beet salad, although it was beautiful to look at and tasted tangy and fresh, and a lazy side of grilled asparagus – the vegetable that used to be celebrated during a short spring season but has now lost much of its luster by virtue of its being available year-round. And we thought we may have missed the point with Four Season beans, French haricots-verts (string beans) with Chinese preserved vegetables, as recommended by our server. That particular dish did not quite live up to its billing.

A high – glamour quotient compensates for any shine Mōlì might lose from a one or two duff dishes. Mariah Carey has been in for dinner, as has Martha Stewart – twice. (She raved about the fish.) And Clive Davis and Realtor-designer Greg Schriefer look as if they will become regulars, along with their King Charles spaniel, who is allowed to sit alongside them on the banquette.

On the night I visited, NBC “Today” host Jenna Bush Hager was holding court at the next table, and Greenwich First Selectman Fred Camillo – another dog lover – was hosting a small party in another area of the room.

Back at our own table, it was dessert time. There was a peach mousse cake, a “wicked” tiramisu and, should we have wanted to “go light” (as expressed by the server) jasmine ice cream. I did not want to go light – indeed I seldom want to go light –and so I opted for the mousse cake, a beautiful, shimmering, Barbie-esque pink cake, wobbling like a jelly as it was placed in front of me. We were offered but had no need of further cocktails. The new patrons at the table formerly occupied by Hager were ordering them like they’re going out of fashion, and I felt myself getting more and more lightheaded just watching them and catching the fumes, like passive smoking. Is there such a thing as passive drinking?

Looking around the restaurant one last time before leaving, I was struck again by just how lovely and full of atmosphere this restaurant is. Old Shanghai and its “Concessions” may be long dead, but their spirit lives on in Greenwich.

I think Gustavino would have approved, too.

For more, visit moligreenwich.com

Inspired by the Shanghai of the 1930s and ’40s, the restaurant evokes elements of that city’s French and British Concessions.

Peach mousse cake. Photograph by Jeremy Wayne.

Host stand at Mōlì in Greenwich. Photographs courtesy Mōlì.

Flood damage at West Point tops $100M

By Peter Katz / pkatz@westfairinc.com

Dutchess, Orange, Putnam

and Rockland counties are among those named in a disaster declaration issued by President Biden on July 22. The declaration said that a major disaster exists in New York state and ordered federal assistance to supplement state, tribal and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms and flooding that took place from July 9 to July 10.

The White House explained that federal funding is available to state, tribal and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis for emergency work and the repair or replacement of facilities damaged by the severe storms and flooding in the counties of Clinton, Dutchess, Essex, Hamilton, Ontario, Orange, Putnam and Rockland. Federal funding also is available on a cost-sharing basis for hazard mitigation measures statewide.

The White House said that Lai Sun Yee of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has been appointed to coordinate federal recovery operations in the affected areas. It said that damage assessments are continuing in other areas, and more counties and additional

at West Point. forms of federal assistance may be designated after the assessments are fully completed.

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer along with Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand and Rep. Pat Ryan had pledged to push for an influx of federal funding and needed personnel for

recovery during a visit to West Point on July 17. They said the damage estimates for just the military academy had already gone over the $100 million mark.

"After seeing the devastation at West Point and around Orange County today firsthand, it is clear that these communities desperately need help, and we need all federal hands on deck to help West Point and the Hudson Valley start on the long road to recovery,” said Schumer.

Because West Point is a federal military installation, it is not included in potential FEMA aid under the “duplication of benefits” restrictions in Section 312 of The Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act. Highland Falls and other hard-hit communities would be eligible for FEMA funding. The Stafford Act authorizes the president to issue “Major Disaster” or “Emergency” declarations. These declarations unlock federal aid through

FEMA that is broken into two broad areas: Individual Assistance that aids families and individuals, and Public Assistance that is mainly for emergency work such as debris removal and permanent repairs to infrastructure.

Repairs at West Point need to be arranged through the U.S. Army’s Installation Management Command. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers sent 30 people to West Point to begin evaluating the damage, scope-out necessary repairs and come up with cost estimates.

Damage included washed out and collapsed bridges, dams, athletic facilities and roads. At least four buildings received structural damage, ranging from foundation erosion to being hit by a tree that came down. In addition, at least 130 homes at West Point were flooded with at least 20 of those having severe damage.

“As a West Point graduate, I was especially shocked to see the significant destruction across campus, including the barracks and athletic facilities," Ryan said. "We need allhands-on-deck to restore this crucial American institution.”

Gillibrand said she is "committed to doing everything I can to get the maximum amount of federal aid to the area as soon as possible and making sure West Point rebuilds stronger.”

"As majority leader I am committed to getting West Point all the federal resources it needs to rise from the waters and stand proud once again," Schumer said. "We must get West Point, the Hudson Valley and communities across upstate New York the help they need ASAP."

Sens. Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, night view some of the damage at West Point.

Partial road collapse at West Point.

A partial road washout

“After seeing the devastation at West Point and around Orange County today firsthand, it is clear that these communities desperately need help.”

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School bus cameras coming to Putnam

By Peter Katz / pkatz@westfairinc.com

All six school districts in Putnam County are expected to soon have equipment on school buses designed to identify drivers that illegally pass stopped buses so they can be issued tickets. It's the result of a five-year agreement announced by Putnam County Executive Kevin Byrne with the Lorton, Virginia-based company BusPatrol America LLC. Under the agreement, BusPatrol will cover the cost of installing cameras and license plate readers on school buses. BusPatrol also will operate the enforcement program, taking responsibility for identifying violators, issuing tickets, collecting fines and preparing documents for going after violators in court if that becomes necessary.

County,

Wappingers Falls park in lead cable spotlight

By Peter Katz / pkatz@westfairinc.com

It didn't take long for elected officials to react to a report by the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) that thousands of communication cables wrapped in lead are buried in the ground across the U.S. and could be leaching the metal into the soil. Highlighted in the WSJ story was a cable at Temple Park in Wappingers Falls in Dutchess County. The WSJ reported that soil at the park perimeter had elevated lead levels above what the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency considers safe in soil in areas where children play.

of the bus. BusPatrol's cameras are activated when the stop arms swing out. In addition, school districts can benefit from additional safety features that include cameras inside buses that monitor what's taking place

“The safety of our kids is always going to be a priority. The opportunity to implement a program at no cost to taxpayers that protects students made this an obvious partnership to develop,” said Putnam County Executive Kevin Byrne. “We are taking proactive steps to protect our children and hold irresponsible drivers accountable for their actions.”

According to statistics from the National Association of State Directors of Pupil Transport Services that were provided by BusPatrol, an estimated 43.5 million vehicles illegally pass stopped school buses annually in the U. S. In New York state, vehicles illegally pass stopped

As a result of the story, Rep. Pat Ryan, who used to be the Ulster County executive, wrote to the CEOs of Verizon, AT&T and U.S. Telecom, demanding that they remove their lead cables.

"The fact that telecommunications companies knew that there were lead-covered cables left abandoned in communities, and did not proactively work to mitigate the impacts of the cables is unacceptable," Ryan wrote. "This corporate irresponsibility and its compounding public health impacts has the possibility of harming a generation of children, who were simply going to the playground."

Wappingers Falls' Temple Park was temporarily closed while both the New York State Department of

school buses an estimated 50,000 times each school day.

“This public-private partnership is a win-win for student safety,” said Steve Randazzo, executive vice president at BusPatrol. “Putnam County is taking a huge step forward to enhance road safety and ensure every child travels safely to school. This program will hold irresponsible drivers accountable for jeopardizing the well-being of our children and provide a safer ride to and from school for the 13,200 students in Putnam County.”

BusPatrol says that 98% of the drivers who get a ticket for passing a stopped school bus don't do it again. The company says that it provides software that can analyze where violations are most likely to occur so that school systems and municipalities can pay particular attention to those locations or develop bus routes that avoid them.

Health and Department of Environmental Conservation examined soil samples for signs of lead. Both agencies sent a letter to 246 telecommunications companies operating in the state telling them to begin compiling an inventory of all cables still in use or abandoned that may contain lead.

"The health and safety of New Yorkers is the top priority of my administration, and we are using all of the tools at our disposal to ensure communities are out of harm's way," Gov. Kathy Hochul said. "Lead-covered cables pose a serious threat to communities across New York, and I am directing state agencies to immediately launch a full investigation. We will hold the telecommunication companies responsible and take swift action to remediate any problems."

BusPatrol has been operating in New York state, including in Albany County, Dutchess County, Rensselaer

and Rockland County. Its programs are paid for from the fines collected from violators and do not rely on taxpayer funding. Under law, motorists are forbidden to pass a stopped school bus in either direction. Buses are equipped with stop signs, which swing out to be visible to motorists approaching from both the front and the rear

Camera module mounted on side of a school bus.

Overhead view of a schoolboy with stop arms extended.

PR strategies to keep conversations civilized

BY Filomena Fanelli

Change can be one of the hardest things to accept. In fact, statistically, most people don’t like to leave their comfort zone. A Leadership IQ study and accompanying quiz found that only 38% of people like leaving their comfort zone, which means a staggering 62% of people don’t want to roll with changes, or are only willing to do so occasionally.

Hearing this data makes it easier to imagine why most new development in our communities is met with fear and skepticism from the public – and even some very vocal dissenters. Change isn’t easy and some people would rather run and hide from it or fight it with every ounce of their being. That point was emphasized at a recent Westfair Publications real estate event, when a panelist joked that some people in our communities are simply CAVEmen: Citizens Against Virtually Everything. His funny acronym was pretty spot

on. As someone who changes minds, hearts and actions for a living, I can confirm that there are CAVEmen and CAVEwomen everywhere. Some people will oppose any project, any form of housing, any tourist attraction, any industrial park, even a new, tree-lined park for the community to enjoy.

So, how do you get people to understand what you’re trying to achieve when there are CAVEpeople grunting loudly and bludgeoning anything and everything in their sights? Quite simply, by getting ahead of them.

Here are six tips to help a conversation remain more civilized:

1. LISTEN BEFORE YOU TALK

It’s a step many people forget, but stopping to take the temperature of the community around you is an important thing to do before you begin talking… and then to do again and again.

What’s the overall sentiment around development? What recent challenges have the people living and working here faced?

What are the issues of importance? Where do you fit in with these findings? How open is this community to change? What is in it for them?

The answers to these questions will inform your next steps – and also show you’re invested in more than just you and what you stand to gain.

2. LAY IT ALL ON THE

Overcommunication is your biggest asset. Fear around hearing from dissenting voices can make people want to run and hide, but sharing accurate information, in a nondefensive way, early and often, can help fill gaps in the narrative. After all, when it comes to planning and zoning boards, many of the people sitting in those seats are volunteers and don’t necessarily have an extensive real estate background or the time to know everything there is to know about you, your history and your plans.

If you are looking to build in a community, Google your name and company name before you head to town meetings. What would a member of the public see if they searched for you? If you lack a digital footprint, now is a great time to lay one down. If you want to be known for something, is the message you want out there apparent?

Proactively share news in local, regional and trade media around recent work you’ve done, as well as plans you have proposed. This can include formal press releases, op-eds or thought leadership pieces, photo captions to put a face to the name(s), and even letters to the editor. This ensures the news is being shared in your words and accurately versus being responded to, and correcting details, after the fact.

3. MAKE DETAILS EASILY ACCESSIBLE

Consider creating an FAQ page on your website to openly address questions you’ve heard or ones that you think may arise, a blog with frequent updates and posts, or a separate microsite. If you’re not sure what those questions or concerns might be, pull in a diverse group of friends, colleagues and professionals, perhaps even a PR agency team, and ask.

It is extremely helpful for people to have access to information regarding you and your project. Be sure to update that site or FAQ page regularly, particularly in between critical meet-

ings and milestones. Doing so shows a commitment to transparency, which is an added bonus.

4.

STAY SOCIAL

Social media can be a helpful way to connect with community stakeholders and to share updates, positive news and developments, progress photos, and articles of interest. It can also allow you to actively engage in a way that helps get to the bottom of what’s on people’s minds, whether on your own page or by commenting on established pages and community boards. It is critical that you engage with your followers. If someone asks a question, answer it. If a concern is raised, address it. This is one of the best ways to communicate directly to consumers.

5. BE A JOINER

Get involved with your local Chamber of Commerce, economic development organization and more. Sponsor events or find other groups you can support and become active in. This will help you explain your intentions more personally and make valuable “in real life” connections with others who might be important voices of positivity as your project advances, whether at town meetings, in local news outlets or as third-party quotes in press releases.

6. REMEMBER WHO THE REAL AUDIENCE IS

Probably most important of all is remembering who you are trying to reach. It’s not the CAVEpeople, who have already made up their minds, but the many reasonable and evolved humans who have a stake in what you’re trying to share or change. We owe them the chance to come around at their own pace, and by following the steps above, our odds of reaching the middle ground of understanding increase

Filomena Fanelli is the CEO and founder of Impact PR & Communications Ltd., an awardwinning public relations agency based in Dutchess County.

How not to be a polite conversationalist, via Jackie Gleason's Ralph Kramden on "The Honeymooners." Photo courtesy WPIX-TV.

Connecticut evictions remain high amid housing affordability crisis

By Justin McGown / jmcgown@westfairinc.com

Last year, a total of 20,585 evictions were filed in Connecticut by Nov. 21 – and while the year was not over when that data was released, the state had already seen the highest number of filed evictions since 2017, according to a new report from Connecticut Voices for Children, a New Haven nonprofit that publishes research on economic issues that have an impact on the state’s children, particularly those who belong to economically disadvantaged groups.

Earlier this month, Connecticut Voices published a report–entitled “Addressing Connecticut's Eviction Crisis: Policy Options for Mediumand Long-Term Reforms,” which drew from two dozen sources and over 20 years of data to illustrate the scale of the problem and to point out solutions the organization says could help alleviate the crisis. Samaila Adelaiye, a research and policy fellow at Connecticut Voices, co-authored the report with Madeline Sale from the Yale School of Public Health.

“We are trying to bring attention to the fact that Connecticut residents are more likely to be cost–burdened than the U.S. as a whole,” Adelaiye explained. “They pay more than 30% of their income for housing and this impacts individuals whether they own their homes or rent, but renters are especially cost–burdened.”

Adelaiye said that the report confirmed the organization’s suspicion that high rents relative to income would lead to a spike in evictions, even if interest rates were at lower levels.

“We’ve seen an increase in wage growth, especially with the increase in the minimum wage,” he added. “But the growth rates in rent cost have outpaced income. Another key point in the finding is that housing affordability and evictions are often racialized.”

Adelaiye observed that historically disenfranchised communities are exposed to more risk according to the study’s findings, with 59% of Black and 60% of Hispanic households in the state living in rentals rather than owning their homes. He also noted that among all renters who fall behind on rent, White renters are less likely to have official evictions filed against them.

That racial disparity becomes particularly dangerous in an environment

where housing is a challenge for much of the workforce.

“Connecticut is worse than the U.S. average when it comes to the housing affordability crisis,” Adelaiye said.

Connecticut Voices for Children recommended adopting a pair of bills that would direct grants to municipalities that meet affordable housing goals funded by an “affordable housing tax” on the highest–value housing. Other proposals focus on transit-oriented developments, blight remediation, and passing laws that place limits on the use of eviction records by landlords.

State Senate Majority Leader Bob Duff (D-Norwalk) emphasized a need for more housing overall in response to the crisis, noting that “there’s a number of ideas that have been proposed, and a number of them that could get through the Senate, but if they can get enough votes in the house? I do not know.”

“But the biggest thing in my opinion is having every community share in the solution to what ails us, which is to build more housing,” Duff said. “This is not just an issue for the top 10 biggest communities in the state, this is an issue for 169 communities in Connecticut.”

While the solution to the crisis may not be clear, there is solid evidence of how it can harm Connecticut residents and businesses.

Prof. Khawaja A. Mamun, the program director of the Masters in Business Analytics Program at Sacred Heart University, noted that part of the reason behind the large eviction numbers in the report stemmed from the end of Covid government emergency measures.

“They put a moratorium on eviction that expired last year,” Mamun said. “When that happened, people who are not able to pay the rent got added to the list, so now we are seeing that it’s picking up.”

Mamun noted that other states are facing even higher rates of eviction, but there are important considerations outside the raw numbers. Connecti-

cut renters are still contending with high costs and certain economic indicators typically taken as a good sign may not tell the entire story.

“If you read the inflation reports you’ll know that the rate was around 3% for the last month or so, and you can look at it as 3% annualized, but the annual rental price increase is 8.5% to 8.8% for the past six months,” Mamun explained.

“Overall inflation has gone down, but the rental price inflation has not. Rent prices keep going up, which is obviously going to squeeze anyone who doesn’t have a high paying job, and also people like senior citizens who lean on social security or government income.”

Mamun credited Connecticut state programs such as housing assistance with blunting the damage of a rising eviction rate, but he underscored that in addition to the humanitarian issue of people finding themselves desperately searching for cheaper housing or becoming homeless there are profound economic impacts.

“If someone gets evicted, they have to move,” Mamun said. “Somebody getting evicted most likely won’t have their own transportation either. So, they’re going to move and that will cause disruptions in their employment. So, for a business, somebody getting

evicted means that they may not only lose a nearby customer, but they could also lose an employee.”

According to Mamun, the lifelong impacts on children who can have their education and health majorly and suddenly disrupted can also have long–term ramifications and increase the likelihood they may become less productive for the economy overall.

“When you have stable housing it lowers many other ills of society, Mamun said. “Crime rates will go down, you’ll have students do better at school, unemployment goes down. A lot of good things happen when you actually have stable housing.”

“When you have stable housing it lowers many other ills of society.”

Residential Real Estate

Tax Court rejects $5.22M charitable deductions for sale of Rockland quarry

By Bill heltzel / bheltzel@westfairinc.com

A New Jersey family that tried to develop a granite quarry in Rockland County — while facing challenges from regulators and rattlesnakes — has received another setback.

United States Tax Court ruled on July 11 that family owners of the Braen Commercial Holding Corp. mining company cannot deduct $5.22 million as a charitable contribution on their personal tax returns.

“None of the Braens is entitled to any charitable contribution deduction,” the court concluded, and they are liable for penalties.

Braen Holdings owned four quarries in New Jersey, as well as asphalt and concrete manufacturing plants. It was structured as an S Corporation owned by seven families, where company income passes to the shareholders and their tax returns.

In 1998, Braen Holdings paid $3.5 million for 505 acres of rugged land in Ramapo and the village of Hillburn, near Harriman State Park and Interstate 87. The Braens believed the Rockland property had significant deposits of granite and other minerals.

Most of the property was zoned for industrial use but did not allow quarrying. Braen Holdings needed a conditional—use permit from Ramapo and a mining permit from New York State.

The state Department of Environmental Conservation was concerned about the impact of mining on the aquifer and on dens of timber rattlesnakes and on other environmental issues. And for eight years, according to the tax court decision, the company made little headway with the state.

The Braens also encountered significant community opposition. In 2004, Ramapo enacted a new land use law that changed the zoning from industrial to low-density rural residential.

Braen Holdings sued, and Rockland Supreme Court ordered the parties to negotiate a deal.

Ultimately, in 2010, Ramapo agreed to buy 425 acres for $5.25 million and to change the zoning on the remaining 80 acres back to industrial use.

Braen Holdings’ 2010 tax return depicted the deal as a deductible

charitable donation, claiming that the land and mineral rights were worth more than $17.4 million.

The company said it was entitled to a $12.2 million charitable deduction but was asking for only $5.2 million to avoid a dispute with the IRS and a potential penalty for misstating the valuation.

The Braen families then deducted their proportional shares of the $5.2 million on their individual tax returns.

The Internal Revenue Service disallowed the deductions. The fam-

ilies petitioned U.S. Tax Court to overturn the IRS decision, and a trial was held in 2021.

The Braens argued that they were entitled to deduct the difference between the fair market value of the property and the purchase price.

Tax court found that the transaction did not qualify as a bargain sale for charity because Braen Holdings had also received a direct economic benefit from the sale when the property was rezoned to industrial use.

“The zoning reversion was central to the overall deal,” the court said. “The record amply demonstrates that Holdings prized the planned industrial zoning designation for potential future development.”

The IRS had also imposed a 20% penalty for substantially misstating the value of the property.

The Braens’ valuation experts determined the highest and best use

of the property was as a quarry, and including mineral rights, was worth $11 million to $12.19 million. As a residential property, it was worth $6.84 million.

The IRS expert valued the property at $4.85 million for residential development.

The court concluded that Braen Holdings had no reasonable expectation when it sold the property to Ramapo in 2010 that it could procure the mining and zoning permits it needed for quarrying.

Quarrying was improbable, the court said, leaving residential development as the highest and best use. The court concluded that the fair market value for a residential development was $5,227,060, or nearly the same as the price actually paid for the property.

The transaction fell well short of a bargain sale for charity, according to the court. And the Braens are liable for penalties because they substantially misstated the property’s value in claiming charitable deductions.

“None of the Braens is entitled to any charitable contribution deduction.”

YOUNGER AMERICANS FOCUSING ON ESTATE PLANNING

CRUISING THE INDIAN OCEAN

Quartermaster 2nd Class Leonardo Flores, from Port Chester, New York, is pictured measuring the ship's position with a marine sextant on the signal bridge of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54) in the Indian Ocean on July 20. Antietam is assigned to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 70, and is forward-deployed to Yokosuka, Japan, to support the security of the U.S. and its Allies in the Indo-Pacific.

DESIGN FIRM PARTNERS WITH FOUNDATION FOR SCHOLARSHIP

Hoffmann Architects + Engineers, a design firm specializing in the rehabilitation of building exteriors, has named the first recipient the Hoffmann Diversity Advancement Scholarship, which was established in collaboration with the Connecticut Architecture Foundation Inc. (CAF) to support students from underrepresented racial or ethnic groups who are seeking degrees in architecture or engineering. Unique among CAF programs, the Hoffmann Scholarship offers not only tuition assistance, but also the opportunity for a paid internship at one of the firm’s three offices.

Reeja Shrestha, a second-year student pursuing a combined bachelor’s and master’s degree in architecture and design at Howard University, has been selected as the first recipient of the Hoffmann Diversity Advancement Scholarship.

“As this is the first year of our scholarship program, we were amazed by the response,” said Alison Hoffmann, chair of the Hoffmann Diversity and Inclusion Committee. “We received dozens of applications from incredibly talented students who are academ-

ically accomplished despite facing social and economic challenges to their continuing education. Our aim with the Hoffmann Scholarship is to support emerging professionals who excel in architecture and engineering but encounter barriers to success driven by decades of inequity and systemic racism.”

Shrestha grew up in Kathmandu Valley, the historic capital of Nepal. As an adolescent, she witnessed the catastrophic earthquake of 2015, which claimed thousands of lives and lay to waste significant cultural landmarks. She volunteered on Nepal’s Restoration Team and observed first-hand the social, political and economic factors that impact historic restoration. “I want to study architecture because it is a powerful tool to sustain and promote cultures — which gives me a sense of identity and an irrefutable connection to my home,” Shrestha said.

In addition to a $2,500 tuition scholarship, Shrestha has been offered a paid internship with Hoffmann, which she plans to pursue in summer 2024.

“…Hoffmann is a specialized practice and we offer a unique

perspective on the design and construction industry,” said Craig Hargrove, AIA, director of the firm’s New York office, where Hoffmann plans to host the internship. “By embracing this opportunity, we become a part of the centuries-old tradition of passing knowledge to the next generation of architects, engineers and builders.” The Hoffmann Diversity Advancement Scholarship is open to applicants who are students entering or enrolled full time in an accredited architecture or civil or structural engineering program and full-time college or university students located in southern New England.

To fund the scholarship, Hoffmann Architects + Engineers contributed $25,000 in the first year and employees donated several thousand dollars more. CAF also collected contributions from individual donors.

Founded in 1977, Hoffmann Architects + Engineers specializes in the rehabilitation of building enclosures.

The Connecticut Architecture Foundation was established by the Connecticut Chapter of The American Institute of Architects in 1978. The organization’s mission is to raise the public awareness of and expectations for architecture and the built environment.

Wvestchesterelder law attorney Lauren C. Enea, senior associate at Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano LLP in White Plains and Somers, recently shared her insights on Caring. com’s 2023 Wills and Estate Planning Study, which found that more than one in three younger adults felt a greater need to engage in estate planning due to inflation – surpassing all other age groups.

“The pandemic taught us a vital lesson about the importance of planning for the future – a lesson further amplified by recent inflation,” said Enea. “There are many uncertainties in life, a reality that makes estate planning – something that is within our control – even more essential. It’s in every adult’s best interest, regardless of age, to protect their assets and ensure their wishes are followed.”

Enea said, “As a millennial, I strongly encourage my peers to be proactive and take control of their future by engaging estate planning sooner rather than later. There are many benefits to doing so, including greater peace of mind – and it’s never too early… or too late.”

An active member of local bar associations, Enea holds several leadership positions within various legal organizations.

She was awarded the Westchester County Bar Association’s Outstanding New Lawyer Award and was named to the 2021 and 2022 Super Lawyers Rising Stars list and the 2023 Best Lawyers Ones to Watch list.

Leonardo Flores.

Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Ryre Arciaga.

Reeja Shrestha of Howard University, recipient of the 2023 Hoffmann Diversity Advancement Scholarship.

Lauren C. Enea

RADIO STATIONS RECEIVE AWARD NOMINATIONS

Connoisseur Media’s radio stations in Connecticut recently received three NAB Marconi Radio Awards nominations.

99.1 PLR (WPLR-FM) received a sixth consecutive nomination for Rock Station of the Year, and STAR 99.9 (WEZN-FM) received a nomination for AC Station of the Year. Chaz and AJ, heard locally on both 99.1 PLR and 95.9 THE FOX (WFOX-FM) received a nomination for Medium Market Personality of the Year, an award they won previously in 2016.

“The Marconi Awards are the Oscars of our industry, so it is always extremely exciting to get nominated,” said Vice President of Programming Keith Dakin.

“Hopefully this year we can bring some hardware back to Milford and show that the best radio stations and radio talent call

Connecticut home.”

“It is a great honor to see two of our stations get nominated this year as well as Chaz and AJ,” said Market Manager Kristin Okesson. “Chaz and AJ have been waking up Connecticut for 20 years and no show works harder to be on the pulse of what is happening in their market.”

The Marconi Awards were established in 1989 by the National Association of Broadcasters and given to radio stations and outstanding on-air personalities to recognize excellence in radio. Winners will be announced Oct. 25 at the Marconi Radio Awards Dinner during the NAB Show at the Javits Center in New York City. Headquartered in Westport, Connecticut, Connoisseur Media owns or operates 14 radio stations in four markets: Metro Fairfield and New Haven in Connecticut; Nassau-Suffolk in Long Island, New York; and Frederick, Maryland.

ONE OF 53 HOSPITALS WORLDWIDE TO ACHIEVE LANTERN AWARD

White Plains Hospital has been selected as a recipient of the Emergency Nurses Association’s (ENA) 2023 Lantern Award.

the hospital is one of seven in New York and 53 in the world to achieve this three-year designation this year, which recognizes emergency departments and specifically emergency department nurses, who demonstrate exceptional and innovative performance in leadership, practice, education, advocacy and research.

The hospital has the busiest emergency department in Westchester County, with nearly 75,000 patient visits annually.

White Plains, NY: July 24, 2023 –Burke Rehabilitation announced Nancy Curtis Patota will serve as its new Chief Development and Marketing Officer. Ms. Patota is an accomplished senior development professional with leadership experience in the nonprofit, higher education, retail, marketing and human services sectors.

“We are proud to welcome Nancy Patota, who brings notable expertise in resource development, including fundraising at all levels,” said Burke Rehabilitation’s Executive Director Scott Edelman, MBA, CPA, CFE.

“She has a record of success that demonstrates her strength in global thinking, problem solving, collaboration and leading teams that exceed expectations.”

Prior to joining Burke, Nancy Patota served as The Arc Westchester Foundation Executive Director since 2014, where she was responsible for directing fundraising and development efforts. Her accomplishments included tripling the Foundation’s annual revenue and raising more

than $20 million as well as recruiting seven new Board members with diverse talents and backgrounds. Ms. Patota’s prior positions include serving as Iona University’s Assistant VP, Advancement Services, Prospect Strategy & Budgets and human resource management roles at CMG Communications and Macy’s.

“I’m thrilled to be joining Burke Rehabilitation, which is such a renowned leader in providing the highest quality medical care and rehabilitation services,” said Nancy Patota. “Burke’s core values are ones I wholeheartedly share: compassion, respect, accountability and service excellence. Burke has embodied these qualities for more than a century—and I look forward to helping them continue to advance the field of rehabilitation and enhance the patient experience while increasing awareness and engagement.”

Nancy Patota was an Adjunct Professor in Iona University’s MBA program for 16 years and is a frequent guest lecturer at professional development programs. She holds an MBA from Iona University, where she was awarded the John G. Hagan Award for Academic Excellence. She was also the co-author of a cover story for The Journal of American Academy of Business on “Leveraging

Generational Differences for Productivity Gains.”

Her many accolades include the 914Inc.’s Women in Business Award, Iona University’s Brother Loftus Award for Outstanding Achievement in Business and the Association of Fundraising Professionals’ Outstanding Fundraising Professional Award. She is a member of the Business Council of Westchester’s Non-Profit Council and United Way’s Non-Profit Summit Planning Committee. Ms. Patota is a resident of Rye, NY, where she served on the Board of Architectural Review.

Burke Rehabilitation is a not-for-profit healthcare organization devoted solely to acute physical rehabilitation. Its main campus is located in White Plains, NY. Founded in 1915 through an endowment from philanthropist John Masterson Burke, it has been a member of the Montefiore Health System since 2016. Burke operates the only hospital in Westchester County dedicated solely to adult and adolescent rehabilitation medicine. Burke also offers therapeutic care in locations throughout Westchester County, the Hudson Valley and the Bronx for those who have experienced injuries, surgery, or chronic conditions, from the simple to the very complex. For additional information, please visit burke.org.

BURKE REHABILITATION ANNOUNCES NANCY PATOTA AS NEW CHIEF DEVELOPMENT & MARKETING OFFICER

Nancy Patota

TEAMING UP TO DRIVE ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Dominican University’s small-business development program will commence in September on its Orangeburg campus

Dominican University, M&T Bank and Bridges, which serves the disabled in the community, have teamed up to drive entrepreneurship and economic development in the lower Hudson Valley. The three-part initiative, beginning with “Unlocking Small-Business Potential,” is designed to empower aspiring new start-ups by providing them with the necessary tools and resources to thrive and compete in today’s business landscape.

The program will introduce participants to various industry experts, successful entrepreneurs and experienced business owners and mentors. A seminar will be held at Dominican University on Friday, Sept. 8 from 8:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. for those who are ready to strike out on their own. Topics will include business planning, marketing strategies, advice and real-world examples. Those who attend will have an opportu-

FORUM ON SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES

TheHudson Gateway Association of Realtors Inc. (HGAR) joined FIABCI, the International Real Estate Federation, UN-Habitat, and other industry colleagues recently in sponsoring a forum to promote sustainable planning at Fordham University’s Real Estate Institute in New York City. “Real Estate in Action—Achieving SDG11: Sustainable Cities and Communities” was designed to advance the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 11, or SDG11, which focuses on resilient planning to improve living standards, ensure economic resources and implement sound policies.

FIABCI World President Budiarsa Sastrawinata discussed the importance of collaboration to affect change, especially when it comes to overcoming carbon threats. “With an anticipated extraordinary population growth and looming threat of climate change, there is an urgent need to construct more sustainable cities that can accommodate our citizens,” Sastrawinata said. “FIABCI stands ready to fully support the United Nations and other institutions in making a positive impact on the world by working together.”

Michal Mlynar, deputy executive director of UN-Habitat, noted there are only seven years left to

nity to enroll in a six-week accelerated incubator and competition that will be held every Wednesday evening, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Throughout the incubator, participants will engage in case competition and showcase their innovative solutions to a panel of judges from industry and community-based investors. Enrollment will begin in August and is limited to 40 participants, who will earn credit toward an undergraduate or graduate degree. Those wishing to continue can enroll in Dominican’s MBA or MS in Organizational Leadership & Communications.

“M&T is committed to investing in the growth and development of emerging leaders in our community and we are proud to be able to support this program, said Tyre Robinson, M&T Tarrytown regional president.

Registration for “Unlocking Small Business Potential” is $98 and will be capped at 100 participants. For those with economic hardship and/or disabilities, waivers are handled upon request. For more information about enrolling, contact BridgesRC.org.

PROMOTION AT BANK

Orange Bank & Trust Company in Middletown, New York, the banking subsidiary of Orange County Bancorp Inc., has promoted Jennifer Meyer to vice president and area manager/ branch manager.

Meyer joined the bank as the branch manager for the New City office in 2015. She specializes in attorney, property management and business accounts and works closely with clients to develop a deep understanding of their unique business needs.

“This well-deserved promotion follows the consistent success of Jenn’s work developing our New City, Rockland County market,” said Michael Gilfeather, president and CEO of the bank.

In her new role, Meyer will take on additional responsibilities and oversee the bank’s Orange and Rockland County branches working with branch teams to continue to build the bank’s “Trusted Advisor” status with clients and work with the branch managers on new client development in each of its markets. All this while maintaining her role as New City branch manager.

Prior to joining Orange Bank & Trust Meyer worked for community banks for nearly two decades, including at Union State Bank in its operations department, moving up to an assistant manager and then branch manager. She earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from St. Thomas Aquinas College

achieve SDG11. “We need urgent and large-scale policy intervention and any investments in sustainable urban development,” Mlynar said.

“You, as real estate urban practitioners, are at the frontline of climate action and well-positioned to generate impact.”

The event was presented by FIABCI and UN-Habitat, and promoted under the World Urban Campaign, a global advocacy and partnership coordinated by UN-Habitat to promote sustainable urbanization. FIABCI, founded

in 1951 in Paris, is a worldwide business networking organization for professionals associated with the real estate industry. It was formed to help countries with reconstruction following World War II.

The Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors® is a not-for-profit trade association supporting more than 14,000 members in Westchester, Putnam, Rockland and Orange counties, the Bronx and Manhattan. HGAR

Orange County Bancorp Inc. is the parent company of Orange Bank & Trust Company and Hudson Valley Investment Advisors Inc. An independent bank, it began with the vision of 14 founders over 130 years ago and has grown through ongoing innovation and an unwavering commitment to its community and business clientele to more than $2.0 billion in total assets.

Hudson Valley Investment Advisors is a Registered Investment Advisor in Goshen, New York. Founded in 1996, it was acquired by Orange County Bank in 2012.

is the second largest Realtor® association in New York, and one of the largest in the country.

Global panelists, moderators, real estate and business professionals, and diplomats gathered at the “Real Estate in Action: Achieving SDG-11 Sustainable Cities and Communities” forum July 13, 2023 at Fordham University School of Law in New York City.

From left: Geoffrey Hurst, vice president sustainability, Related Companies; Nikki Greenberg, founder and chief innovation officer, Real Estate of the Future; Budiarsa Sastrawinata, FIABCI world president; Michal Mlynar, deputy executive director, UN-Habitat; Susan Greenfield, FIABCI’s immediate past world president, associate broker at Brown Harris Stevens and HGAR member; Roger Jann, managing partner of Einbrucke LLC; and Christine Auclair, coordinator, World Urban Campaign, UN-Habitat. Photo by John Vecchiolla Photography.

courages children in underprivileged communities to develop an awareness of the computer science field. Daniel lives in Rye with his wife and son.

FIVE LOCAL RESIDENTS

PADDLING FOR THE SOUND

NAMED TO

CARVER CENTER BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Port Chester, NY – Carver Center, Port Chester’s leading community resource center announces the election of five local residents as the newest members of its Board of Directors.

Willliam Furber, Scott Gottdiener, Bryant Romano, Daniel Sarmiento, and Kelly Shaw joined the Board on July 1, 2023.

William Furber received his BA from Duke University and his JD from Fordham University School of Law. He is currently involved in criminal defense work and is a trial consultant to criminal defense firms. Bill lives in Rye with his wife and three children and has been a regu-

Save the Sound is back for its eighth year of Paddle for the Sound. For nine days, this annual fundraiser will virtually bring together athletes, outdoor enthusiasts and activists for either a leisure paddle or a kayak, stand up paddle board (SUP), and canoe competition for those who want to challenge themselves. Participants will track distance paddled and raise funds to protect the Sound and its rivers, restore local ecosystems, fight climate change and save endangered lands.

From July 29 to Aug. 6, partici-

lar volunteer at the Carver Market.

Scott Gottdiener spent twenty years practicing law in the New York office of Latham & Watkins LLP, where he was a partner in the Finance department. He held various leadership roles at Latham including serving as the Global Chair of its Finance department for five years. Since his retirement in 2022, Scott has enjoyed an active lifestyle. His family has lived in Larchmont for 30 years.

Bryant Romano is an Assistant Principal of John F. Kennedy Magnet School in Port Chester. Bryant began teaching two decades ago after receiving a master’s degree in Literacy

pants will paddle from self-selected launch points, tracking their miles with each excursion. Winners will be announced, and prizes awarded for total distance paddled over the duration of the event and most funds raised to take action for the environment.

Support helps keep Long Island Soundkeeper on the water tracking down pollution at its source, preventing trash from making its way into the waterways, protecting native and migratory fish species

as well as a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Media Studies. In 2015, he relocated to Westchester County with his wife, who is a first-grade teacher in Harrison. Bryant and his wife are parents to five daughters.

Daniel Sarmiento specializes in developing institutional partnerships and strategic alliances for the real estate industry and currently works at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices in New York as Head of Global Strategic Partnerships. He earned a Law degree from Universidad Central de Venezuela. Daniel spearheaded the launch of Google’s CS First Program in seven different high schools in NY, which en-

and so much more. Paddle for the Sound celebrates the rivers, lakes, ocean and all greenspaces that make the Long Island Sound region truly spectacular.

Save the Sound has been leading environmental action in the Long Island Sound region for 50 years so that people and wildlife can enjoy the healthy, clean and thriving environment they deserve.

Participants can register through Friday, Aug. 4 at https://www. savethesound.org/paddle

Kelly Shaw graduated from the University of Florida and completed law school at Loyola University of Chicago where she was awarded the Public Interest Law Initiative scholarship. Following law school, she became a public defender in Orlando, Florida. She accepted a position as a Senior Trial Attorney with the New York County Defender Services, a non—for-profit criminal defense agency in New York City. Currently, Kelly is a full-time Mom to her twins and lives in Rye with her husband.

“We are thrilled to welcome our exceptional new board members to Carver Center. Their extensive expertise, diverse backgrounds, and unwavering commitment to our mission will undoubtedly strengthen our organization’s ability to make a positive impact in the community,” says Anne Brader, Carver Center CEO.

About Carver Center

For more than 80 years, the Carver Center has been committed to “building brighter futures by serving, educating, and empowering families in our community.” The Center provides people of all ages with the important resources and support that they need to lead healthy, productive, and self-sufficient lives.

To learn more about the Carver Center and its programming and services, please visit www.carvercenter.org.

MEANINGFUL DAY OF SERVICE FOR LAW FIRM

The attire for the FLB Law team took on a different look recently from the usual office clothes. Instead, the team wore gardening clothes to be prepared for their volunteer work at the Gillespie Center, a Homes for Hope emergency shelter for single men in Westport, Connecticut. The firm members had selected the facility as the place in which they wished to volunteer.

Believing in giving back to the community the firm members were asked for suggestions as to where to donate their time. The Gillespie Center was chosen. Flowers and mulch were purchased from Stew Leonard’s in Norwalk and the office closed early for a community-service afternoon.

The team from FLB was welcomed by Homes for Hope CEO and President Helen McAlinden. They spent a few hours working hard to beautify the grounds by weeding, planting and laying mulch.

Bill Furber

Bryant Romano

Daniel Sarmiento

Scott Gottdiener Kelly Shaw

ATLAS AIR WORLDWIDE HONORED FOR AIR CARGO LEADERSHIP AT 2023 AIRLINE STRATEGY AWARDS

PURCHASE, N.Y., July 19, 2023

(GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atlas

Air Worldwide was honored in the Air Cargo Leadership category of the 2023 Airline Strategy Awards in London on July 16 by an independent judging panel for its market performance and leadership in serving the growing needs of the global supply chain.

“The completion of the transaction to bring Atlas into private ownership was an important milestone for the company. The transaction delivered immediate value to Atlas Air Worldwide shareholders and further positions the business to serve the growing needs of the global supply chain,” said Lewis Harper, Editor of Airline Business.

Earlier this year, an investor group led by Apollo funds together with investment affiliates of J.F. Lehman & Company and Hill City Capital completed its previously announced acquisition of Atlas.

“In recent years, the Atlas leadership team has continued its diversification into areas such as express, e-commerce and passenger services, and the aircraft leasing business, alongside excelling in traditional air

to deliver safe and efficient service to our valued customers. I’d like to thank our nearly 5,000 employees who are the strength of Atlas and have helped build our reputation as a world leader in global airfreight.”

About Airline Business

As the premier title for airline boardrooms worldwide, Airline Business covers the key strategic and business issues in the air transport industry. It was established in 1985 and has editorial offices in London, Washington DC and Singapore. Aside from four print and digital publications per year, Airline Business also produces a weekly newsletter, a regular podcast and data snapshots for FlightGlobal Premium.

About FlightGlobal

FlightGlobal provides information, news, conferences and recruitment to help people and businesses to learn more, network and grow in the aviation industry. With 110 years of aviation publishing, FlightGlobal is one of the industry’s leading news sources, including respected brands FlightGlobal Premium, Airline Business, Flight International, aviation event dailies and flightglobal.com. A conferences and webinar program within the FlightGlobal portfolio is addressing key market issues and questions in aviation, and FlightJobs supports individuals throughout their career and enables organizations to find the best aviation talent. FlightGlobal has been owned by DVV Media International since mid-2019.

BEREAVED ISRAELI CHILDREN WELCOMED WITH POOL PARTY

cargo functions,” Mr. Harper said. Mr. Harper continued: “Judges were hugely impressed with the company’s story, noting that it had deployed an impressive diversification strategy, outpaced the market and taken significant share in recent years. This together with the strong ownership of Apollo, J.F. Lehman and Hill City Partners provides confidence that Atlas is on a path to future success.”

Michael Steen, Chief Executive Officer of Atlas Air Worldwide, accepted the award on behalf of the Atlas team.

“We are very proud to receive this prestigious award in Air Cargo Leadership, and thank Airline Business, Flight Global, Korn Ferry and the judges of the Airline Strategy Awards for recognizing Atlas. This was a very pivotal year for the company and our team, and we are very excited by the opportunities that lie ahead in partnership with our new investor group,” Mr. Steen said. “Over the past 30 years, and especially most recently as we’ve navigated the pandemic, we have worked hard to serve the growing needs of the global supply chain, and

About Korn Ferry

Korn Ferry is a global organizational consulting firm. It works with clients to design their organizational structures, roles and responsibilities. Korn Ferry helps them hire the right people and advise them on how to reward, develop and motivate their workforce. And, it helps professionals navigate and advance their careers.

Korn Ferry’s colleagues serve clients in more than 50 countries across five core solutions: Organizational Strategy; Assessment and Succession; Talent Acquisition; Leadership Development; and Rewards and Benefits.

About Atlas Air Worldwide Atlas Air Worldwide is a leading global provider of outsourced aircraft and aviation operating services. It is the parent company of Atlas Air, Inc., and Titan Aviation Holdings, Inc., and is the majority shareholder of Polar Air Cargo Worldwide, Inc. Our companies operate the world’s largest fleet of 747 freighter aircraft and provide customers the broadest array of Boeing 747, 777, 767 and 737 aircraft for domestic, regional and international cargo and passenger operations.

The Westchester Friends of the IDF (FIDF) community provided a very warm welcome on Sunday, July 24, to 20 bereaved Israeli children who were in the U.S. for a special summer experience – FIDF Legacy Camp.

Hyla Ruby, FIDF National Board member and Westchester Board member, and her husband, Steve Ruby, hosted the delegation of 20 campers and 10 staff members at their home in Rye, for an afternoon of swimming, food and entertainment, along with members of the local Jewish community.

This year marked the 18th summer of FIDF Legacy Camp, a unique opportunity in the United States provided every year to B’nai Mitzvah children and siblings of fallen soldiers, providing a chance to spend time with others who have gone through similar loss, and to simply feel joy again. Six of the 10 counselors staffing the delegation are IDF soldiers in their last year of military service who also lost loved ones and attended the very same program when they were teens.

“We had the best time watching the kids enjoy an afternoon of fun and it was so special to hear how much this program has positively impacted them,” said Hyla Ruby.

“The Ruby family has been a pillar of FIDF and we are tremendously grateful to have them as part of our family,” said Anat Chavkin, FIDF executive director for Westchester and Connecticut.

FIDF was established in 1981 by a group of Holocaust survivors as a 501(C) (3) not-for-profit organization with the mission of transforming the lives of the young men and women of the IDF who protect Israel and Jews worldwide through empowering educational, financial, well-being and cultural initiatives. With 25 chapters throughout the United States, FIDF supports soldiers before, during and after their service, as well as families of fallen soldiers and wounded veterans, reinforcing the vital bond between the communities in the United States and the soldiers of the IDF.

Photos courtesy of FIDF.

MUSLIM COMMUNITY RECEIVES SUPPORT

The Westchester Community Foundation in Hartsdale has awarded $596,000 to 22 nonprofits, providing support for the arts, environmental protection and young people.

Among the grants is support to the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NY) to expand its reach to members of Westchester’s Muslim community by providing outreach, civic engagement and legal services.

"While some examples of injustice toward Muslim Americans are high-profile, particularly hatecrimes, many Muslim New Yorkers endure less visible discrimination and injustice as part of their daily lives,” said Sarah Jones-Maturo, advisory board chair. “Muslims encounter bullying at school or work, racial or religious profiling by law enforcement, undue burdens in the immigration process and obstacles to travel. Our grant will help Westchester’s Muslim residents get information on their civil rights, access to legal services when their rights have been violated, and opportunities for civic engagement.”

Since 1975 the Westchester Community Foundation has worked to improve the quality of life in Westchester by promoting responsible philanthropy and connecting donors to critical local needs. The foundation is a division of The New York Community Trust, one of the largest community foundations in the U.S., with assets of approximately $3 billion.

CUMMING’S & LOCKWOOD PRIVATE CLIENTS PRACTICE GARNERS

TOP SPOT IN THE 2023 ISSUE OF CHAMBERS HIGH NET WORTH GUIDE FOR THE 8TH CONSECUTIVE YEAR

Stamford, CT, July 25, 2023 — Cummings & Lockwood is pleased to announce that for the 8th consecutive year, the firm’s trusts and estates practice in Connecticut was ranked in Band 1 in Private Wealth Law by Chambers in their 2023 Chambers High Net Worth Guide, which offers market-leading rankings, reviews and insights to the world's leading professional advisers.

Eight of the firm’s estate planning attorneys were also recognized by Chambers as “notable practitioners,” including principals

Paul L. Bourdeau, Howard S. Tuthill III, Laura Weintraub Beck, Heather J. Rhoades, Kelley Galica Peck, Douglas H. Olin, B. Cort Delany and Daniel G. Johnson. In addition, Michael P. Kaelin, a principal in the firm’s Litigation Group, was recognized in the area of Private Wealth Disputes.

According to Heather J. Rhoades, Chair of Cummings & Lockwood’s Private Clients Group, “We are immensely pleased that once again we have been recognized for our outstanding trusts and estates practice serving high net worth individuals and families, their family offices and closely held businesses. We are also proud that many of our attorneys were recognized by Chambers as exceptional practitioners in their field.”

According to a Chambers’ interviewee: "Their ability to analyse complex situations is excellent. They have insight in answering the questions asked along with the questions that were not asked, but should have been. It is full of very knowledgeable team members with in-depth abilities. They have excellent technical and legal experience." Another interviewee noted that “Cummings & Lockwood has a deep bench with subject matter experts in a variety of different areas and, importantly, they work together as a team to provide clients with the best possible service."

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administration.

• Daniel G. Johnson (Stamford)

- Daniel Johnson's practice covers trust and estate administration along with family business succession and estate planning. He has a strong reputation for this work in Connecticut.

About Cummings & Lockwood LLC

Notable Practitioners:

Chambers recognized a number of our attorneys, including the following:

• Paul L. Bourdeau (West Hartford) - Paul Bourdeau has a strong reputation among interviewees for his comprehensive trust and estates practice. Many of his matters involve clients with high-value assets. "Paul has the very highest level of knowledge and practical approach to

complex estate planning issues."

• Michael P. Kaelin (Stamford)

- Michael Kaelin is a highly rated litigation lawyer with significant experience handling contentious trust and estate disputes. "Michael is insightful and practical, which is the highest praise I can give someone. He understands the legal and real issues: what a client needs and wants, and what their influences are."

• Howard S. Tuthill III (Stamford) - Howard Tuthill works with high net worth clients on trust and estate planning and probate administration, and acts as a fiduciary. He is well respected among trusts and estate lawyers for this work.

• Laura Weintraub Beck (Greenwich) - Laura Beck's practice covers trust and estate administration, and business succession planning. She also represents clients in probate litigation.

• Heather J. Rhoades (West Hartford) - Heather Rhoades advises clients on charitable and estate planning in addition to trust administration. "She impressed me, she was very responsive, competent and responsible."

• Kelley Galica Peck (West Hartford) - Kelley Galica Peck advises on trust and estate planning and administration, as well as charitable gift planning. "She's extremely thoughtful when she gets involved in a matter and very sharp."

• Douglas H. Olin (Greenwich)

- Douglas Olin advises high net worth clients on estate and trust planning as well as administration. "He's a standout - was attentive to subtle facts, very insightful and focused on client particularities. I was very impressed."

• B. Cort Delany (Greenwich)Cort Delany handles trusts, estates and business succession planning and estate

Founded in 1909, Cummings & Lockwood provides sophisticated legal counsel to individuals, families, family offices, closely held businesses, charitable entities and other commercial enterprises in the areas of trusts and estates, corporate and finance, litigation and arbitration, and commercial and residential real estate.

The firm has over 200 attorneys, fiduciary accountants, paralegals and staff, as well as six offices located in Stamford, Greenwich and West Hartford, Connecticut, and in Naples, Bonita Springs and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. While many of our clients reside in Connecticut, New York and Florida, we have clients in nearly all 50 U.S. states and in over 20 countries around the world.

For more information, visit the firm’s website at www.cl-law.com.

About Chambers High Net Worth Guide

The Chambers High Net Worth Guide differentiates the best professional advisers for international private wealth by identifying and ranking law firms, lawyers and a range of other professional advisers globally.

The firms and individuals ranked in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide understand the complex needs of HNW individuals and provide specialist advice. As well as ranking lawyers and law firms, the guide also recommends top accountancy firms, private banks, wealth managers, trust companies and other professional advisers to high net worth and ultra-high net worth individuals globally.

Family offices and professional advisers to wealthy individuals use these rankings and analysis to get an objective view of the leading professional advisers on an international scale.

These extensive and market-leading recommendations, rankings and insights are based on the in-depth analysis carried out by our dedicated team of experienced researchers.

The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum is pleased to announce the installation of Alex Strada and Tali Keren: Proposal for a 28th Amendment? Is it Possible to Amend an Unequal System (2021-present) in the Museum’s Sculpture Garden, the first time this project will be presented outdoors

on a long-term basis. Strada and Keren’s work will be free and open to the public from dawn until dusk on the Museum’s grounds from July 15 to September 17, 2023.

Via sonic soapbox sculptures, Strada and Keren ask visitors to engage with the United States Constitution by

listening to and contributing their own responses to questions about systems repair and abolition. The sculptures, a range of interactive wooden painted objects, build upon the history of the soapbox as a site of collective struggle, while also emphasizing listening, mutuality, and access. The artists pose two questions for visitors to record responses to: What 28th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution would you propose? And: Do you think it is possible to amend an unequal system?

Opening with the phrase, “We the People,” the United States Constitution, the oldest functioning constitution in the world, was written in 1787 by and for wealthy white male property owners. To date, of 11,000 proposed amendments, 27 have been ratified to change the document. The artists’ proposed questions illuminate this legacy and ask for a collective response interrogating the Constitution’s embedded issues of structural racism, settler-colonial vi-

olence, heteropatriarchy, reproductive injustice, labor inequities, and non-human animal and climate neglect.

The soapbox sculptures take several distinctive forms including an ADA soapbox that is fully wheelchair and stroller accessible, a two-person soapbox for collective listening and dialogue, a daybed soapbox for visitors to recline upon and politically imagine, and an individual soapbox. Each soapbox sculpture includes headphones which emit an evolving oral archive of responses to the project’s questions recorded by visitors. At the time of this project’s installation at The Aldrich, the audio will include responses from the project’s former installation locations at the Queens Museum in New York City (October 2, 2021 to February 13, 2022) and the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco, CA (October 20, 2022 to March 12, 2023). Visitor responses will be collected

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The project title describes Zheng’s aim to be transported through her creative process in her pursuit of loftier dimensions. Her solitary journeying, initially a way to create refuge from an oppressive childhood in China, evolved into a means to evade the entrapments of our impersonal digital world. Zheng takes inspiration from the varied and expansive landscapes she visited during the numerous artist residencies she has attended over the last decade throughout the United States, Europe, and China.

She also cites artists that orbit many centuries and geographies who too made work that merge their experiences of the natural world with a special blend of personalized spiritualism. Her sources are wide-ranging and span ancient Chinese landscape painting and

twentieth and twenty-first century visionary abstractionists like Hilma af Klint, Agnes Pelton, Georgia O’Keeffe, Judy Chicago, Matthew Wong, Joseph E. Yoakum, and Takako Yamaguchi. Working exclusively in oil stick, Zheng presses fingers to paper through intuitive systems of choreographed movements. She builds a distinctive and recurring lexicon of symbolic couplings that range from lighthearted rainbows and pulsating waterfalls, shadowy tree lines and glowing moonbeams, voluptuous mountains and rippling lakes, to cascading canyons and sunny orbs. The works are installed in a sequence that reflects the dramatic passage of light from daybreak to nightfall. Some works feature celestial objects and cosmic phenomena that underscore the unpredictable magic of our sizable planet.

This project will be accompanied by a full-color eight-page ‘zine designed by the Museum’s Design Director Gretchen Kraus.

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Documentation of Flushing Meadows Park activation as part of the Queens Museum iteration, 2022. Photo: Courtesy of the artists

The artist’s first solo museum presentation debuts six new paintings on paper

Ping Zheng, The Moon Illusion, 2022. Private Collection.

The first longterm outdoor installation of this roving project

Legal Records

WESTCHESTER COURT CASES

U.S. Bankruptcy Court White Plains & Poughkeepsie Local business cases, July 19 - 25

Richmond Garden Views LLC, New City vs. Timothy Sullivan Estate Inc., et al, 23-7025-SHL: Adversary proceeding in Richmond Garden Views Chapter 7 (23-22381), recovery of property.

Attorney: Trustee Howard P. Magaliff.

Fun Bowl Vacations Inc., Bedford Hills vs. Linda Heinemann, Congers, 23-7026-SHL: Adversary proceeding in Fun Bowl Chapter 7 (21-22521).

Attorney: William F. MaCreery for Trustee Marianne T. O’Toole.

105 Bat Corp., Monsey, Naftali Chaim Reich, manager, 23-22551-SHL: Chapter 7, assets and liabilities $500,000 - $1 million. Attorney: pro se.

U.S. District Court, White Plains Local business cases, July 19 - 25

Stephen E. Van Gaasbeck, Helotes, Texas vs. Raneri, Light & O’Dell, White Plains, et al, 23-cv-6229CS: Breach of contract.

Attorneys: Gaasbeck pro se, Dennis W. Light and Kevin D. O’Dell for defendants.

Two C’s Holdings LLC, Broward County, Florida, et al, vs. H.O. Penn Machinery Company Inc., Poughkeepsie, 23-cv-6239-CS: breach of contract.

Attorneys: Stanislav Sharovskiy, Craig M. Cepler.

Tonya Best, Middletown vs. Konica Minolta Supplies Manufacturing U.S.A. Inc., Goshen, et al, 23-cv-6265-NSR: Sexual harassment,

Attorney: Jimmy M. Santos.

USA vs. Maplewood Warmbloods, Wallkill, et al, 23-cv-6288-CS: Clean Water Act.

Attorneys: Zachary Bannon, Alyssa O’Gallagher.

Lindzy Rothkranz, Wappingers Falls vs. Unlimited Care Inc., White Plains, 23-cv-6350-CS: Negligence, data breach, class action.

Attorney: James J. Bilsborrow.

Ann Pearlina Brown, New York City, vs. Siwanoy Country Club Inc., Bronxville, 23-cv-6399-NSR: Fair Labor Standards Act, class action.

Attorney: Douglas B. Lipsky.

William Hoskin, Chicago vs. PepsiCo Inc., Purchase, 23-cv-6413: Deceptive trade practices, class action.

Attorneys: Neal J. Deckant and Joseph I. Marchese for plaintiff, Max S. Roberts for defendant.

District Council 9 International Union of Painters and Allied Trades, White Plains, et al, vs. Nico Construction Group Inc., East Patchogue, 23-cv-6417: Employee Retirement Income Security Act.

Attorney: Dana L. Henke.

DEEDS Above $1 million

112 Cox Ave LLC, Chappaqua. Seller: Antonio C. Miranda, New York. Property: 188 Woodlands Road, Harrison. Amount: $3 million. Filed June 29.

24 Meadow Road Realty LLC, Bronx. Seller: William Weinstein LLC. New York. Property: 24 Meadow Road, Scarsdale. Amount: $4.1 million.

Filed June 29.

736 Main Street N.R. LLC, New Rochelle. Seller: 736 Bella Realty LLC, New Rochelle. Property: 736 Main St., New Rochelle. Amount: $1.8 million.

Filed June 29.

ANJ Homes LLC, Scarsdale. Seller: Jacobo Menajovsky, Scarsdale. Property: 152 Boulevard, Scarsdale. Amount: $1.2 million. Filed July 11.

Clark Funeral Home Inc., Yorktown Heights. Seller: Curry-Gio Realty LLC, Peekskill. Property: 2104 Saw Mill River Road, Yorktown. Amount: $1.6 million. Filed July 10.

Fondak Enterprises LLC, Watertown. Seller: Mures Alexander LLC, Brooklyn. Property: 72 Alexander St., Yonkers. Amount: $3.2 million.

Filed July 10.

Linvic Corp., Crotonon-Hudson. Seller: Adam Kleczewski and Erika Pamer, Brooklyn. Property: 68 Grand St., Cortlandt. Amount: $1.1 million. Filed July 6.

ADNK Equities LLC, Mohegan Lake, Seller: Leonard Karaqi, Shrub Oak. Property: 1365 Aspen Road, Yorktown. Amount: $879,000. Filed July 6.

Below $1 million

American Baptist Churches of Metropolitan New York, New York. Seller: 136 Gainsborg LLC, Mahopac. Property: 136 Gainsborg Ave., Harrison. Amount: $700,000.

Filed June 29.

Bozeman, Bruce, White Plains. Seller: Blue Castle Cayman Ltd., New York.

Property: 97 Wilmot Circle, New Rochelle. Amount: $450,000. Filed June 29.

Bozeman, Bruce, Mount Vernon. Seller: JN Contracting Inc., Greenwich, Connecticut.

Property: 75 Fremont St., Harrison. Amount: $639,000. Filed July 7.

Citibank NA, Coppell, Texas. Seller: Adriana Palmiotto and Steven Palmiotto, Katonah. Property: 8 Hilltop Road, Somers. Amount: $716,000. Filed July 7.

Crane, Stephanie, et al, Katonah. Seller: 34 Anderson Road LLC, Katonah. Property: 163 Third St., Cortlandt. Amount: $495,000. Filed July 6.

Creslor Homes LLC, Yorktown Heights. Seller: Tom and Michelle Castellucio, Baldwin Place, Property: 309 Granite Springs Road, Yorktown. Amount: $785,000. Filed July 7.

Deutsche Bank National Trust Co., Salt Lake City, Utah. Seller: Sylvia and Craig Burdick, Scarsdale. Property: 26 W. Devonia Ave., Mount Vernon. Amount: $610,000. Filed June 29.

Errico, Robin, Armonk. Seller: 15 Byram Hill Road LLC, Scarsdale. Property: 15 Byram Lake Road, North Castle. Amount: $225,000. Filed July 7.

Infinity Holdings Group Inc., Newburgh. Seller: 4IR Advisors LLC, Yorktown Heights. Property: Route 9, Hudson River, D7, Cortlandt. Amount: $52,000. Filed July 6.

Jam Fifth Corp., New Rochelle. Seller: Fatime Prelvukaj, Bronx. Property: 306-308 Fifth Ave., New Rochelle. Amount: $860,000. Filed July 10.

Items appearing in the Westfair 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: Sebastian Flores Westfair Communications Inc. 4 Smith Ave., Suite 2 Mount

Blanchard, Jean R., New Rochelle. Seller: 133 Lincoln Ave LLC, Bethpage. Property: 133 Lincoln Ave., New Rochelle. Amount: $420,000. Filed June 29.

Jordan, Evelyn M., Amawalk. Seller: Cobbling Rock Construction Corp., Katonah. Property: 3 Barlow Court, Somers. Amount: $450,000.

Filed July 10.

Kahn, Randi H. and Jeffrey S. Reich, New York. Seller: J&J Enterprises 42 LLC, Carmel. Property: 4106 Villa at the Woods, A306, Peekskill.

Amount: $265,000. Filed July 6.

Kapoor, Katy, Scarsdale.

Seller: 500 Central Ave 5201 LLC, Yonkers. Property: 508 Central Park Ave., Greenburgh. Amount: $580,000. Filed June 29.

Kenny, Edward, Valhalla. Seller: TRJ Realty LLC, Armonk. Property: 18 Pamela Lane, Mount Pleasant. Amount: $462,000. Filed July 7.

Lalewicz, Hanna and Richard Lalewicz, Cortlandt Manor. Seller: 253 Lafayette Avenue LLC. New Rochelle.

Property: 253 Lafayette Ave., Cortlandt. Amount: $370,000.

Filed June 29.

Maguire, Peter, Cortlandt Manor. Seller: 98A Gallows Hill Road LLC, Ossining. Property: 98A Gallows Hill Road, Cortlandt. Amount: $250,000. Filed July 11.

McColl, Sandra J., Marietta, Georgia. Seller: 312 Milton Road LLC, Rye. Property: 312 Milton Road, Rye. Amount: $950,000. Filed June 29.

Novotect Corp., Croton-on-Hudson. Seller: Maple 2023 LLC, Croton-onHudson. Property: 105-107 Maple St., Cortlandt. Amount: $963,000. Filed July 10.

Panthers Partners LLC, Pleasantville. Seller: David and Karen Mensi, Port Chester. Property: 570 Heritage Hills, 570F, Somers. Amount: $590,000. Filed July 10.

Productive Realty LLC, Bronxville. Seller: Rachel Steinman and David Mener, New Rochelle. Property: 69 Pondfield Road, Eastchester. Amount: $615,000. Filed June 29.

Raffel, Reed, Yonkers. Seller: Van Gova Group LLC, Yonkers. Property: 668 Kimball Ave., Yonkers. Amount: $235,000. Filed July 6.

RGB Group Inc., Central Islip. Seller: Nicholas and Cassandra Izzo, Larchmont. Property: 11 Vine Road, Somers.

Amount: $750,000. Filed July 11.

Rich 37 LLC, Monroe. Seller: Minxiao Zheng and Qixin Chen, Mount Vernon. Property: 37 Rich Ave., Mount Vernon.

Amount: $685,000. Filed July 7.

Ringing Bell LLC, Forest Hills. Seller: 71 Forest Range LLC, Dobbs Ferry. Property: 71 Forest Range Road, Lewisboro.

Amount: $435,000. Filed July 6.

Ryan, Robert, Cross River, Seller: JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Columbus, Ohio. Property: 2 Waterview Drive, Ossining.

Amount: $600,000. Filed July 10.

Sregor Realty Corp., Yonkers. Seller: Rose Gold Management LLC, White Plains. Property: 129 Bruce Ave., Yonkers. Amount: $800,000. Filed July 7.

Town of Bedford, Bedford Hills. Seller: 16 Turin Ave LLC, Katonah. Property: 16 Turin Ave., Bedford. Amount: $165,000. Filed June 29.

US Bank Trust NA, Dallas, Texas. Seller: Gerardo Torres, White Plains. Property: 151 Saw Mill River Road, Greenburgh.

Amount: $435,000. Filed July 6.

Jones, Carolyn E., White Plains. Seller: 129 Prospect Family LLC, White Plains. Property: 129 Prospect Ave., Greenburgh. Amount: $225,000. Filed July 7.

Pleasant Avenue New York LLC, New York. Seller: Alex Blackman and Chandler Jordan, Purdys. Property: 57 Pleasant Ave., White Plains. Amount: $800,000. Filed June 29.

Westchester Capital Holdings Corp., Katonah. Seller: Lourdes and Ramon Rodriguez, Yonkers. Property: 293 Abbott Ave., Greenburgh.

Amount: $743,000. Filed July 7.

Zazzarino Louis, et al, White Plains. Seller: 309 North Avenue LLC, Mamaroneck. Property: 1250 North Ave., 309, New Rochelle. Amount: $365,000. Filed July 10.

JUDGMENTS

552 South 11th Avenue LLC, Chester. $42,222 in favor of Park Avenue Building & Roofing Supplies LLC, Brooklyn. Filed July 5.

Agyare, Darko Effua, Hastings-on-Hudson. $4,826 in favor of Bank of America NA, Charlotte, North Carolina. Filed July 10.

Appeltofft, Vibeke M., Briarcliff. $2,216 in favor of Merrick Bank, West Valley City, Utah. Filed July 5.

Arellano, Brandon, Yonkers. $1,914 in favor of Resurgent Receivables LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 3.

Atlantic Specialty Insurance Co., New York. $26,084 in favor of the Ursuline School of New Rochelle, New Rochelle. Filed July 6.

Barends, Johan B., Mount Kisco. $2,717 in favor of Capital One NA, Richmond, Virginia Filed July 10.

Barends, Johan B., Mount Kisco. $4,093 in favor of Capital One NA, Richmond, Virginia Filed July 10.

Bresnan, Margaret, Yonkers. $6,832 in favor of Westchester County Healthcare Corp., Valhalla. Filed July 5.

Brissett, Charmaine, Scarsdale. $2,641 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 6.

Brown, Renee, Mount Vernon. $4,665 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 3.

Carlo, Regina, Larchmont. $2,237 in favor of Cavalry SPV I LLC, Greenwich, Connecticut. Filed July 12.

Carlos, Gayann, Mount Vernon. $1,176 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 3.

Carpio, Marvin, Port Chester. $9,380 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 3.

Casey, Kristin, Somers. $6,242 in favor of Capital One NA, McLean, Virginia. Filed July 7.

Cauchi, Selena, Mount Vernon. $1,854 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 3.

Christian Funding Center Inc., Tarrytown. $61,366 in favor of 303 South Broadway Building Company LLC, Tarrytown. Filed July 10.

Clark, Terry, Yonkers. $3,251 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 3.

Columbus Property Management LLC, New York. $11,268 in favor of Blondies Treehouse Inc., Mamaroneck. Filed July 12.

Conroy, Scott T., Peekskill. $11,658 in favor of Wells Fargo Bank NA, West Des Moines, Iowa. Filed July 5.

Corbett, Mishkin Pamela, Bedford Hills. $2,515 in favor of Bank of America NA, Charlotte, North Carolina. Filed July 10.

Corbett, Richard, Harrison. $2,739 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 3.

Cruz, Dimas, Yonkers. $1,958 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 3.

Dabruzzo, Jaime, West Harrison. $6,362 in favor of Bank of America NA, Charlotte, North Carolina. Filed July 13.

Dejesus, Julio C., Mount Vernon. $3,622 in favor of Capital One NA, Richmond, Virginia Filed July 7.

Difeo, Angelo, Harrison. $84,045 in favor of Sysco Corp., Halfmoon. Filed July 6.

Dixon, Eric, White Plains. $10,409 in favor of Wells Fargo Bank NA, West Des Moines, Iowa. Filed July 5.

Espinal, Yasery J., Mount Vernon. $3,527 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed July 3.

Eugene, Deborah, Mount Vernon. $4,986 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed July 3.

Eugene, Deborah, Mount Vernon. $10,439 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed July 3.

Fallins, Dwight V., Mount Vernon. $4,752 in favor of Midland Credit Management Inc., San Diego, California. Filed July 3.

Fedak, John M., Yonkers. $4,301 in favor of TD Bank USA NA, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. Filed July 3.

Feldman, Steven R., Peekskill. $3,507 in favor of Jefferson Capital Systems LLC, St. Cloud, Minnesota. Filed July 3.

Fountain, Rita, Yonkers. $6,145 in favor of Teachers Federal Credit Union, Hauppauge. Filed July 5.

Gomez, Ana, Yonkers. $5,936 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed July 3.

Gutierrez, Roger, Larchmont. $1,185 in favor of Midland Credit Management Inc., San Diego, California. Filed July 3.

Guzman, Monica, Harrison. $5,519 in favor of Wells Fargo Bank NA, West Des Moines, Iowa. Filed July 5.

Hernandez, Taisha, Bronxville. $1,020 in favor of Midland Credit Management Inc., San Diego, California. Filed July 3.

Hodge, Marie A., Mount Vernon. $21,247 in favor of Citibank NA, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed July 7.

Lamanna, Patricia J., Yonkers. $6,737 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 5.

Lanoil, Evan, Larchmont. $6,963 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 5.

Laurent, Newlends, New Rochelle. $7,278 in favor of Capital One NA, Richmond, Virginia Filed July 10.

Leclercq, Benoit, Mamaroneck. $5,318 in favor of Richard D. O’Donnell, Scarsdale. Filed June 30.

Lopez, Noelia, Port Chester. $2,210 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 3.

Lynch Jr., Jeffrey M., Cortlandt Manor. $7,574 in favor of Jefferson Capital Systems LLC, St. Cloud, Minnesota. Filed July 3.

Marte-Torres, Jose L., Yonkers. $5,485 in favor of Citibank NA, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed July 7.

Martensen, Devin, Mamaroneck. $8,262 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed July 3.

Meyo, Agustin, New Rochelle. $8,528 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 5.

Michaca, Alejandro, Port Chester. $5,109 in favor of Citibank NA, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed July 7.

Minaya, Fernando, Mount Vernon. $2,614 in favor of Capital One NA, Richmond, Virginia Filed July 7.

Miranda, Jessica, Ossining. $7,470 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed July 3.

Mohamed, Musaddik Nishad A, New Rochelle. $2,577 in favor of Bank of America NA, Charlotte, North Carolina. Filed July 10.

Morales, Carmen, Yonkers. $1,893 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South. Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 3.

Out-Look Safety LLC, Floral Park. $135,593 in favor of Trivella & Forte LLP., White Plains. Filed July 5.

Pci Industries Corp., Mount Vernon. $21,676 in favor of MCVAC Environmental Services Inc., New Haven, Connecticut. Filed June 30.

Ramaglia, Renette, Tuckahoe. $13,186 in favor of Tuckahoe Housing Authority, Tuckahoe. Filed July 6.

Ray, Ariel J., Mount Vernon. $3,805 in favor of Bank of America NA, Charlotte, North Carolina. Filed July 10.

Reis, Rui, Yonkers. $3,349 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 3.

Reyes, Rosita, Sleepy Hollow. $2,377 in favor of Jefferson Capital Systems LLC, St. Cloud, Minnesota. Filed July 3.

Shackleford, Michelle, Mount Vernon. $1,478 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 5.

Shelley, Kenneth, Yorktown Heights. $4,063 in favor of Jefferson Capital Systems LLC, St. Cloud, Minnesota. Filed July 3.

Sottile, Joan, Peekskill. $1,701 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 3.

Stone, Frances, Yonkers. $7,454 in favor of Jefferson Capital Systems LLC, St. Cloud, Minnesota. Filed July 3.

Thomas, Khristina J., Mount Vernon. $2,459 in favor of Mid-Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union, Kingston. Filed July 5.

Uribe, Ashley, Yorktown Heights. $1,599 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 3.

Villanueva, Jayden, Elmsford. $1,726 in favor of Capital One NA, Richmond, Virginia Filed July 7.

Viloria, Israel, New Rochelle. $12,050 in favor of Cavalry SPV I LLC, Greenwich, Connecticut. Filed July 10.

Westchester Burger Co., Elmsford. $73,711 in favor of Sysco Corp., Halfmoon. Filed July 6.

Williams, Livingston, White Plains. $8,468 in favor of Midland Credit Management Inc., San Diego, California. Filed July 3.

Federal Tax Liens, $10,000 or greater, Westchester County, July 19 - 25

Hernandez, Franklin: Pelham, 2017, 2021 personal income, $40,274.

O’Hara, Amy and Michael O’Hara: Pelham, 2022 personal income, $52,567.

LIS PENDENS

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

10 cottageplacebusiness Revocable Trust, as owner.

Filed by PNC Bank NA. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $348,000 affecting property located at 10 Cottage Place, Unit 7B, White Plains. Filed July 7.

Estate of Elaine Aslani, as owner. Filed by The Bank of New York Mellon. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $460,000 affecting property located at 1805 Amazon Road, Mohegan Lake. Filed July 7.

Capital One Bank USA NA, as owner. Filed by Granada Condo Board of Managers. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $44,000 affecting property located at 14-08 Granada Crescent, Unit 14-08, Greenburgh. Filed July 10.

Capital One Bank USA NA, as owner. Filed by Nationstar Mortgage LLC. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $472,000 affecting property located at 55 Cedar Lane, Ossining. Filed July 12.

Capital One NA, as owner. Filed by US Bank National Trust NA. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $425,000 affecting property located at 105 W. Sidney Ave., Mount Vernon. Filed July 12.

Carnabuci, Christopher, as owner. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank NA. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $102,000 affecting property located at 146 Bannon Ave., Buchanan. Filed July 12. Columbia University in the City of New York Trust, as owner. Filed by The Bank of New York Mellon. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $245,000 affecting property located at 211 Sand Piper Court, Yorktown. Filed July 11.

Duff, Emily, as owner. Filed by Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $376,000 affecting property located at 2923 Hyatt St., Yorktown. Filed July 7.

Mazin, Donald S., as owner. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank NA. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $385,000 affecting property located at 80 Shore Drive, Larchmont. Filed July 11.

Meloni, Celia, as owner. Filed by Nationstar Mortgage LLC. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $750,000 affecting property located at 60 Wesley Ave., Port Chester. Filed July 7.

Old Post Road Associates LLC, as owner. Filed by Hudson Meridian Construction Group LLC. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $126,000 affecting property located at 120 Old Post Road, Rye. Filed July 11.

MECHANIC’S LIENS

Arthouse WP Developments LLC, White Plains. $3,759 in favor of Durante Rentals LLC, White Plains. Filed July 11.

BRP 10 Commerce LLC, New Rochelle. $4,755 in favor of Durante Rentals LLC, White Plains. Filed July 11.

Centre Pointe Developers LLC, New Rochelle. $35,303 in favor of Complete Equipment Rentals LLC, Lakewood. Filed July 13.

Extell Hudson Waterfront LLC, Yonkers. $13,038 in favor of Durante Rentals LLC, New Rochelle. Filed July 11.

Martins, Ramon, Mamaroneck. $11,950 in favor of New Concept Painting LLC, Stamford, Connecticut. Filed July 12.

Rahman, Abu T., Greenburgh. $115,098 in favor of Emergency Service Group Inc., Boynton Beach, Florida. Filed July 10.

NEW BUSINESSES

This newspaper is not responsible for typographical errors contained in the original filings.

Partnerships

Bouncin Buddies Party Rentals, 128 Sickles Ave., New Rochelle 10801. c/o Maura and Bernardo Mendoza. Filed July 11.

Sole Proprietorships  Adelino Maintenance, 10 E. Third St., Mount Vernon 10550. c/o Adelino Sidia Cassama. Filed July 10.

El Mercadito, 247 Union Ave., New Rochelle 10801. c/o Susana Mendez. Filed July 13.

Genova Law, 16 King St., Portchester 10573. c/o Gergana Genova. Filed July 11.

Glorias Vintage Jewelry, 1845 Jacob Road, Cortlandt Manor 10567. c/o Gloria Carlson. Filed July 11.

Loko Prints, 45 Knollwood Road, Elmsford 10523. c/o Charles A. Lauria. Filed July 13.

Luxe Fashion, 142 Garth Road, Unit 3J, Scarsdale 10583. c/o Richard Giuffra and Feixia Wei-Fisher. Filed July 10.

MCRO, 147 Waverly Ave., Mamaroneck 10543. c/o Patrick Alexander Daniel McAdams Romero. Filed July 12.

Snapdragon Creative Studio, 25 Rocllege Ave., 410W, White Plains 10601. c/o Christine Marie Amendola. Filed July 13.

Tarazan After Market Automotive, 55 Beechwood Ave., No. 42, New Rochelle 10801. c/o Riad M. Najjar. Filed July 11.

Virtually Teaching, 4212 Villa at The Woods, Peekskill 10566. c/o David Jones. Filed July 11.

Yaras Handmade & More, 1180 Midland Ave., 1P, Bronxville 10708. c/o Yokasta

Avila Mateo. Filed July 10.

HUDSON VALLEY  BUILDING LOANS  Above $1 million

Berman, Adam and Devorah Berman, as owner.

Lender: TD Bank NA. Property: 2 Golden Rod Lane, New City.

Amount: $1 million. Filed July 12.

Levy, Shmuel, as owner. Lender: Colorado Federal Savings Bank. Property: 2 Concord Drive, Monsey. Amount: $1.4 million. Filed July 5.

Villas at Remsen 81 F LLC, as owner. Lender: Northeast Community Bank. Property: in Ramapo. Amount: $2 million. Filed July 7.

Below $1 million

Bank of America, as owner. Lender: Marie D. and James L. Valentine. Property: in Wallkill. Amount: $62,000. Filed July 14.

Bernasconi, Paul, as owner. Lender: Salisbury Bank & Trust Co. Property: in Poughkeepsie. Amount: $200,000. Filed July 6.

CPC Funding SPE 1 LLC, as owner. Lender: Newburgh Legacy Housing Development Fund Company Inc., et al. Property: in Newburgh. Amount: $472,000. Filed July 5.

Kiavi Funding Inc., as owner. Lender: SGB Realty Group LLC. Property: 4 Mountainside Road, Warwick. Amount: $332,000.

Filed July 7.

Rock East Funding LLC, as owner. Lender: Perfect Home RJR LLC. Property: 103 Renwick St., Newburgh. Amount: $95,000. Filed July 13.

Rock East Funding LLC, as owner. Lender: Perfect Home RJR LLC. Property: 156 South St., Newburgh. Amount: $112,000. Filed July 13.

Sherwood, Sara, et al, as owner. Lender: Salisbury Bank & Trust Co. Property: in Pleasant Valley. Amount: $600,000.

Filed July 7.

Uphill 24 Johnsontown Road LLC, as owner. Lender: Loan Funder LLC Series 53773. Property: 24 Johnsontown Road, Sloatsburg. Amount: $95,000. Filed July 6.

WESTCHESTER COUNTY & HUDSON

Walden Savings Bank, as owner. Lender: Coreena Dalessandro Trust. Property: in Warwick. Amount: $616,000.

Filed July 12.

Witter, Nikeisha and Medrick Witter, as owner. Lender: Crosscountry Mortgage LLC. Property: in Poughkeepsie. Amount: $330,178. Filed July 13.

DEEDS  Above $1 million

29 Paiken LLC, Brooklyn.

Seller: Danny L. King, Spring Valley. Property: 29 Paiken Drive, Spring Valley. Amount: $1.3 million. Filed June 20.

Fleischman, Yochonon and Miriam Fleischman, Spring Valley. Seller: 1 Clayton LLC, Spring Valley. Property: 8 Stonehouse and 1 Clayton Spring Valley, Spring Valley. Amount: $1.5 million. Filed June 29.

Landau, Yechil, Brooklyn.

Seller: 2 Schevenko LLC, Spring Valley. Property: 2 Schevenko Place, Spring Valley. Amount: $1.3 million. Filed June 29.

Leifer, Yechiel M., Monroe. Seller: MRB Developers LLC, Monroe. Property: 53 Main St., Monsey. Amount: $1.5 million. Filed June 22.

NBHR LLC, Great Neck.

Seller: Brian S. and Laurie Chertok, Upper Nyack. Property: 513 N. Broadway, Upper Nyack. Amount: $1.8 million. Filed June 22.

Obiamalu, Raymond, Diamond Bar, California. Seller: Metrex Equities LLC, Monsey. Property: 3 Frost Court, New City. Amount: $1 million. Filed June 26.

Sales, Jeffrey and Elisheva

F. Sales, Monsey. Seller: 5 Sky Blue Drive LLC, Suffern. Property: 5 Blue Sky Drive, Wesley Hills. Amount: $1.2 million. Filed June 30.

SM Gardens LLC, Brooklyn. Seller: Rockny Realty High Avenue LLC, Nyack. Property: 128-132 High Ave., Nyack.

Amount: $6 million. Filed June 26.

Suffern WA LLC, New York. Seller: Avon Capital Corp, Suffern. Property: 37 Washington Ave., Suffern. Amount: $1.9 million. Filed June 27.

Summit Grove LLC, Spring Valley. Seller: 30 Summit LLC, Spring Valley. Property: 30 Summit Ave., Spring Valley.

Amount: $3 million. Filed June 27.

Below $1 million

14 Chestnut LLC, Airmont. Seller: PPA Realty LLC, Suffern. Property: 76 Washington Ave., Suffern. Amount: $685,000. Filed June 21.

16 Wiener Residence Trust, et al, Monsey. Seller: Wiener Drive Condominium LLC, Monsey. Property: 16 Wiener Drive, Monsey. Amount: $400,000. Filed June 21.

162 S Broadway LLC, Brooklyn. Seller: Rockny Realty South Broadway LLC, Nyack. Property: 162 S. Broadway, Nyack. Amount: $200,000. Filed June 22.

16GBBH LLC, Ramsey, New Jersey. Seller: Herbert and Elaine Monsey. Property: 16 Glenbrook Road, Wesley Hills.

Amount: $865,000. Filed June 29.

17 Hempstead LLC, Spring Valley. Seller: Brian K. Condon, et al, Nanuet. Property: 17 167 Hempstead Road, Spring Valley. Amount: $432,000. Filed June 28.

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

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Commonwealth Capital LLC, as owner. Lender: Summer Crest LLC. Property: 24 Summer Crest Lane and Lakes Road, Monroe. Amount: $1.7 million. Filed July 7.

27 Brewery Road LLC, Bardonia. Seller: Lee R. and Christine A. Bailey, New City. Property: 27 Brewery Road, New City. Amount: $650,000. Filed June 22.

28 Catherine LLC, Brooklyn. Seller: Catherine Rockny Realty 28 LLC, Nyack. Property: 28 E. Catherine St., Nyack. Amount: $100,000. Filed June 22.

32 Oak LLC, Brooklyn. Seller: Alacheril Annamma and Joseph Jessen, Nanuet. Property: 16 Albacon Road, Nanuet. Amount: $470,000. Filed June 26.

62 Lafayette LLC, Monsey. Seller: 475 Beacon Partners LLC, Tarrytown. Property: 62 Lafayette, Suffern. Amount: $940,000. Filed June 26.

Bardio, Robert, New City. Seller: Avalon Holdings LLC, Georgetown, Texas. Property: 386 Sierra Vista Lane, Valley Cottage. Amount: $325,000. Filed June 22.

Brach, Shea, Monroe. Seller: Highview Hills LLC, Suffern. Property: 68 Silverwood Circle, Ramapo. Amount: $975,000. Filed June 28.

Broad Enterprises LLC, Monsey. Seller: Estate of William H. Brestolli, Haverstraw. Property: 50 Broad St., Haverstraw. Amount: $325,000. Filed June 27.

Congregation Beis Chaim Yehuda Inc., Ramapo. Seller: Elyon Apartments LLC, Suffern. Property: 24 Elyon Road, Kaser. Amount: $649,000. Filed June 21.

Davidowits, Benzion, Brooklyn. Seller: Viola Ventures LLC, Chestnut Ridge. Property: 4105 Corner St., Spring Valley. Amount: $749,000. Filed June 26.

Deutsch, Rivky, Suffern. Seller: West Haverstraw Owner LLC, Monsey. Property: 55 57 E. Railroad Ave., West Haverstraw. Amount: $550,000. Filed June 21.

26 Catherine LLC, Brooklyn. Seller: Catherine Rockny Realty 26 LLC, Nyack. Property: 26 E. Catherine St., Nyack. Amount: $100,000. Filed June 22.

Dirnfeld, Avraham, Spring Valley. Seller: 27 Bush Lane LLC, Spring Valley. Property: 27 Bush Lane, New Square.

Amount: $535,000. Filed June 28.

Ehrlich, Carolyn and Steven Joseph, New York. Seller: Gladstone Estates LLC, Orangeburg. Property: 7 Badi Drive, Upper Nyack. Amount: $500,000. Filed June 29.

Fisch, Martin, Monsey. Seller: 47 SP LLC, Suffern. Property: 47 S. Parker Drive, Monsey. Amount: $808,000. Filed June 28.

Goldman Sox LLC, New York. Seller: Betty L. and Scott Clements, Piermont. Property: 510 Gair St., Piermont. Amount: $984,999. Filed June 22.

Gottlieb, Mayer and Brucha R. Gottlieb, Monsey. Seller: Viola Ventures LLC, Chestnut Ridge. Property: 4111 Corner St., Spring Valley. Amount: $779,000. Filed June 20.

Graus, Esther R., Spring Valley. Seller: 8 Park Condos LLC, Monsey. Property: 8 Park St., Monsey. Amount: $500,000. Filed June 27.

Grossman, Shloime and Lifshy Grossman, Spring Valley. Seller: 1 Vincent Road LLC, et al, Brooklyn. Property: 5 Vincent Road, Spring Valley. Amount: $650,000. Filed June 22.

Iliovits, Mordche, Spring Valley. Seller: 7 Nesher LLC, Spring Valley. Property: 7 Nesher Court, Ramapo. Amount: $497,880. Filed June 30.

Jacobs, Herbert L. and Elaine Jacobs, Monsey. Seller: 41GB LLC, Wesley Hills. Property: 41 Glenbrook Road, Wesley Hills. Amount: $265,000. Filed June 27.

Joseph, Jean D., Haverstraw. Seller: Rockland Capital Ventures LLC, Stony Point. Property: 3 Simenovsky Drive, Haverstraw. Amount: $320,000. Filed June 23.

Katz, Moshe, Monsey. Seller: Blueberry Equities LLC, Monroe.

Property: 21 Meron Road, Monsey. Amount: $999,000. Filed June 29.

Omaha Property Manager LLC, New York. Seller: Mitchell J. Canter, referee, et al, Nanuet. Property: 36 Seven Oaks Lane, Clarkstown. Amount: $825,000. Filed June 29.

Saperstein, Arnold and Raizelle Saperestein, Spring Valley. Seller: 8 Charles 2A LLC, Stony Point. Property: 8 Charles Lane, Pomona. Amount: $247,000. Filed June 27.

Toorak Real Estate Holdings V LLC, Summit, New Jersey. Seller: Radhika Nagubandi, referee and Demarest Estate LLC, New City. Property: 2 Sky Drive, New City. Amount: $910,171. Filed June 22.

Y2 Enterprise LLC, Brooklyn. Seller: Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. and PHH Mortgage Corp., West Palm Beach, Florida. Property: 61 Zukor Road, New City. Amount: $407,500. Filed June 21.

JUDGMENTS

AF Trucking USA Inc. and Rifka Falkowitz, Chester. $264,588 in favor of Northfield Bank, Woodbridge, New Jersey. Filed July 13.

Becerril, Sofia, Monroe. $3,502 in favor of Citibank, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed July 14.

Best, Tonya, Middletown. $2,609 in favor of Colonial Properties Management LLC, Spring Valley. Filed July 13.

Bradley, Thelma J., Carmel. $4,292 in favor of Barclays Bank Delaware, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed July 14.

Cawein, James L. Jr., Campbell Hall. $2,384 in favor of Jefferson Capital Systems LLC, St. Cloud, Minnesota. Filed July 17.

Chew, Barton N., Cold Spring. $2,979 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 10.

Christian, Dorean E., Montgomery. $14,690 in favor of TD Bank USA, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. Filed July 17.

Clarke, Selena, Middletown. $4,175 in favor of Citibank, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed July 13.

Corsi, Donna, Putnam Valley. $2,142 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 6.

Cruz, Christopher, Middletown. $1,095 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 14.

Delagarde, Ronny, Middletown. $1,286 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 13.

Delgado, Juan, Newburgh. $15,246 in favor of Capital One, Richmond, Virginia. Filed July 12.

Figueroa Corp. and Future Designs Landscaping & Contracting, Monroe. $90,310 in favor of the State Insurance Fund, New York. Filed July 17.

Freeman, Joshua C., Carmel. $5,841 in favor of Wells Fargo Bank NA, West Des Moines, Iowa. Filed July 13.

Gil, Dany D., Highland Mills. $3,376 in favor of Discover Bank, New Albany, Ohio. Filed July 17.

Global Liberty Insurance Company of New York, Plainview. $1,367 in favor of Geico General Insurance Co. and Grant Doreen, Woodbury. Filed July 17.

Goodwin, Jessica L., et al, Monroe. $23,100 in favor of M&M Management, Middletown. Filed July 13.

Kavelidze, Shorena, Mahopac. $3,339 in favor of Capital One Bank NA, Richmond, Virginia. Filed July 14.

Kormes, Taylor A., Carmel. $6,965 in favor of Citibank NA, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed July 13.

Kormes, Taylor A., Carmel. $3,793 in favor of Citibank NA, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed July 17.

Lee, Alexa Kar Kei, Fresh Meadows. $28,848 in favor of Geico General Insurance Co. and Hany Sargios, Woodbury. Filed July 17.

Lleshaj, Michael J., Brewster. $10,884 in favor of Capital One NA, Richmond, Virginia. Filed July 3.

Martino, Brenda L., Middletown. $2,974 in favor of Discover Bank, New Albany, Ohio. Filed July 18.

Maurer, Randy S., Brewster. $10,158 in favor of Barclays Bank Delaware, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed July 11.

Mendez, Julissa, Middletown. $1,493 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 13.

Ng, Hailey, et al, Chester. $62,821 in favor of 26 Bowery LLC, New York. Filed July 18.

Peralta, Marie, Port Jervis. $1,497 in favor of Crown Asset Management LLC, Duluth, Georgia. Filed July 13.

Quero, Lourdes R., Middletown. $5,641 in favor of Discover Bank, New Albany, Ohio. Filed July 13.

Quintero, Valerie, Walden. $3,914 in favor of Capital One, Glen Allen, Virginia. Filed July 13.

Radeboldti, Ana L., Chester. $2,791 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 13.

Ramirez, Salvador, New Windsor. $8,212 in favor of Colonial Property Management LLC, Spring Valley. Filed July 13.

Raw Power Construction LLC, Monroe. $67,627 in favor of the State Insurance Fund, New York. Filed July 17.

Reyes, Christian, Middletown. $4,770 in favor of Colonial Property Management LLC, Spring Valley. Filed July 12.

Reyes, Orlando, Middletown. $2,518 in favor of Resurgent Receivables LLC, Las Vegas, Nevada. Filed July 13.

Ripolone, Mark, Putnam Valley. $6,884 in favor of MidHudson Valley Federal Credit Union, Kingston. Filed July 10.

Ritchens, Curtis L., Middletown. $4,262 in favor of Citibank, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed July 14.

Robb, Tom, Mahopac. $3,990 in favor of UHG I LLC, Williamsville. Filed July 5.

Rodriguez, Adianez Z., Newburgh. $6,930 in favor of TEG Federal Credit Union, Poughkeepsie. Filed July 17.

Smith, Alana L., Middletown. $2,424 in favor of Discover Bank, New Albany, Ohio. Filed July 18.

Sylak, Christine M., Port Jervis. $3,513 in favor of Discover Bank, New Albany, Ohio. Filed July 18.

Tietze, Derek, Middletown. $1,355 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed July 13.

Valentine, Rhonda, Newburgh. $8,000 in favor of Colonial Property Management LLC, Spring Valley. Filed July 18.

Wilson Sr., James C., Middletown. $2,429 in favor of TEG Federal Credit Union, Poughkeepsie. Filed July 12.

Wilson, Travis, New Windsor. $2,918 in favor of Citibank, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed July 17.

MECHANIC’S LIENS

Carmel Fire Department Inc., as owner. $51,480 in favor of KEB Mechanical LLC.

Property: 94 Gleneida Ave., Carmel. Filed July 12.

Family Services Inc., as owner. $37,500 in favor of Duraframe LLC. Property: 29 N. Hamilton St., Poughkeepsie. Filed July 12.

Mercado, Alexandra J., as owner. $7,043 in favor of AOS Home Improvements. Property: 33 Somerset Drive, Patterson. Filed July 14.

Oglivie, Alejandro and Lauren Vella, as owner.

$85,000 in favor of Lisikatos

Building & Development Inc.

Property: 8 Mulberry St., Cold Spring. Filed July 18.

River Manor Arms Condominium as owner.

$50,990 in favor of Capacity Elevator Industries Corp.

Property: 51 N. Broadway, Nyack. Filed July 14.

Vertical Solutions Inc., as owner. $16,549 in favor of Durante Rentals LLC. Property: 1111 Route 9, Garrison. Filed July 17.

NEW BUSINESSES

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

Sole Proprietorships

Anew, 137 Main St., Cold Spring 10516. c/o Miriam Koornstra. Filed July 12.

Apex Precision Landscaping, 14 Casey Lane, Middletown 10940. c/o Curtis O. Gray Jr. Filed July 14.

Citizens for Christine Bello, 279 Broadway, Newburgh 12550. c/o Christine M. Bello. Filed July 14.

Clemm Carrousal, 1 Columbus St., New Windsor 12553. c/o Jennifer K. Matos. Filed July 12.

Dimitri Designs, 398 County Route 48, Thompson Ridge 10985. c/o Dimitri Frank Cilione. Filed July 12.

Julis Cleaning Service, 137 E. Main St., Washingtonville 10992. c/o Wendy Yulissa Deperez Guerrero. Filed July 17.

Matt Talbot Retreat W 2, 14A Hemlock Hill, Greenwood Lake 10925. c/o Donna Marie Mancuso. Filed July 17.

Mind Matters Therapy, 200 Guymard Turnpike, Middletown 10940. c/o Samantha Marie Jacobs. Filed July 12.

Newburgh Yarn Co., 44 Shipp St., Newburgh 12550. c/o Kimberly Sue Carroll. Filed July 14.

Riotmind Agency, 114 First St., Newburgh 12550. c/o Meridith J. Ingram. Filed July 13.

Rustic Trading, 11 Seventh St., Middletown 10940. c/o Stefan B. Jackson. Filed July 14.

BUILDING PERMITS

Commercial

First National Joint Venture LLC, Stamford, contractor for First National Joint Venture LLC. Install heavy duty sidewalk bridging at 441 Canal St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $11,700. Filed June 27.

First Stamford Corp., Stamford, contractor for First Stamford Corp. Install relocated HVAC unit on roof at 1138 E. Main St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $14,000. Filed June 9.

Fixitup LLC, Fairfield, contractor for 9 West Broad Land LLC. Renovate office space at 9 W. Broad St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $236,000. Filed June 23.

G&S Renovations LLC, Stamford, contractor for Overbrook Holdings LLC. Renovate the first floor, kitchen, half bathroom without changes to the existing layouts and install new stair railings per plan at 78 Overbrook Drive, Stamford. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed June 1.

Garcia-Diego, Cindy, Stamford, contractor for Carousel Balloons LLC. Connect propane tank dispensary and electrical connection for future connection at 1226 E. Main St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $10,000. Filed June 6.

Golden Property Solutions, Guilford, contractor for Federal National Mortgage Association. Replace siding, roof, windows and renovate kitchen at 171 Fairfield Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $67,673. Filed June 15.

Grew Jr., Milton G., Woodbury, contractor for Sandler Realty Inc. Perform replacement alterations at 417 Shippan Ave., Stamford.

Estimated cost: $50,000. Filed June 5.

Guiltec Development LLC, Stamford, contractor for 366 Ocean Drive West LLC. Construct a new bathroom and renovate laundry room at 366 Ocean Drive West, Stamford. Estimated cost: $34,999. Filed June 29.

H.V. Contractor Corp., Norwalk, contractor for the city of Norwalk. Renovate the first-floor bathroom at 125 East Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $72,000. Filed June 6.

Haviland Properties LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Haviland Properties LLC. Perform replacement alterations at 18 S. Main St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $342,000. Filed June 7.

In2Blue Design LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Vincenzo Torcasio. Install an in-ground vinyl pool at 14 Inwood Road, Norwalk.

Estimated cost: $50,000. Filed June 8.

Judith M. Goldberg

Electrical Contractors LLC, Derby, contractor for Tres Barros LLC. Remove two exterior canopies and interior partitions, ceilings, plumbing fixtures, electrical devices and wiring at 141 Cove Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $9,000. Filed June 7.

Lecla Home Improvements and Roofing Inc., Danbury, contractor for Water Side Green Association Units 312-316. Replace one layer rip; install seam tape, ice/water shield, underlayment and shingles at 1 Southfield Ave., Unit 312, Stamford. Estimated cost: $22,500. Filed June 9.

Madison Builders LLC, Branford, contractor for Park Properties LLC. Perform replacement alterations at 12 Omega Drive, Stamford. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed June 13.

Martin Maintenance LLC, Stamford, contractor for Pulaski Street LLC. Convert existing commercial space to a Mr. Mango Smoothie business at 9 Pulaski St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $93,538. Filed June 23.

Momentum Solar LLC, South Plainfield, New Jersey, contractor for Islam Ariful, M.D. Install roof-top solar panels at 152 Maple Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $25,605. Filed June 9.

Myano West LLC,  Stamford, contractor for Myano West LLC. Install 20 signs at 2001 W. Main St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $62,260. Filed June 13.

Newpro Operating LLC, Woburn, Massachusetts, contractor for Hampshire House Inc. Remove tile inside wet area of shower and replace with waterproof shower walls at 100 Strawberry Hill Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $14,355. Filed June 16.

PTSC Northeast Inc., Norwalk, contractor for Cross Street MOB Owner LLC. Renovate existing medical office at 40 Cross St., Suite 300, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $525,435. Filed June 7.

United Cleaning & Restoration, Norwalk, contractor for Coach Run Condo. Replace roof damaged by fire at 296 Main Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $125,000. Filed June 6.

Residential

Braydon Construction, Norwalk, contractor for Patrick J. Connell. Renovate the single-family residence at 10 Harstrom Place, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $145,000. Filed June 8.

Donohue, Diana M. and Troy J. Donohue, Norwalk, contractor for Troy J. Donohue. Remove and replace windows, siding and roof at 169 E. Rocks Road, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $40,000. Filed June 6.

Duque, Juan B., Norwalk, contractor for Juan B. Duque. Remove interior basement walls and finish basement at 19 Laura St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $5,000. Filed June 8.

ER Salvatore Associates LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Madeline Borgia. Construct a new two-story single-family residence at 71 Crooked Trail Road, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $100,000. Filed June 6.

Grace, Mark H., Norwalk, contractor for Mark H. Grace. Replace and install new windows, update kitchen and replace exterior doors at 1 E. Rocks Road, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $40,000. Filed June 5.

Greenwich Power Systems LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Louise G. Brooks and Edwin H. Brooks. Install a generator at rear of the single-family residence at 11 Harbor Bluff Lane, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $16,950. Filed June 6.

Jianping, Wei, Stamford, contractor for Noyes Michael Oday Trust. Renovate existing backyard ground-level deck and replace with composite-material deck at 95 Intervale Road, Unit 12, Stamford. Estimated cost: $14,000. Filed June 26.

JLP Pro Services LLC, Brookfield, contractor for Maritza Ventura. Replace roof at 149 Southfield Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $10,000. Filed June 13.

JLP Pro Services LLC, Brookfield, contractor for Eliseo and Marianita Marquez. Reroof 82 Hillandale Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $8,000. Filed June 30.

JS Home Improvement Services LLC, Greenwich, contractor for Lois Traub. Add a kitchen, porch, new windows and renovate first-floor bathroom. Construct a new master bathroom and laundry room on the second floor as per plan at 448 Old Long Ridge Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $158,000. Filed June 14.

Lamont, Phillip A., Cheshire, contractor for Richard G. and Helen L. Koven. Install a Generac generator at 56 Wire Mill Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $11,362. Filed June 2.

Langner Renovations

Alterations Decks LLC, Wilton, contractor for Mukesh and Chandni Prasad. Install a deck and pergola at 48 Cook Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed June 30.

Long Roofing LLC, Savage, Massachusetts, contractor for Marguerite Benoit. Reroof 13 Chestnut St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $22,627. Filed June 9.

Lopez, Graciela,  Stamford, contractor for Graciela Lopez. Remove existing kitchen and bathroom from basement at 73 Lincoln Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $11,900. Filed June 7.

Lueders, Matthew K., Stamford, contractor for Molly E. and Adam R. Rafalowicz. Construct a swimming pool with back wall, spa and auto cover at 25 Mitzi Road, Stamford.

Estimated cost: $192,000. Filed June 2.

McDonald, Thomas J. and Tooher Joseph J., Stamford, contractor for Thomas J. McDonald. Erect a tent on the premises to be used for a luncheon event at 777 Long Ridge Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $3,000. Filed June 7.

Mike’s Construction LLC, Norwalk, contractor for William M. Merz IV. Renovate the single-family residence at 10 Old Rock Lane, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $124,000. Filed June 7.

Millstream Construction LLC, Glastonbury, contractor for Julian Brown Brugo. Strip existing roof to bare deck, replacing any rotten or damaged plywood as needed and reroof with new asphalt shingles at 27 Lewelyn Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $15,979. Filed June 20.

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

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Duque, Juan B., Norwalk, contractor for Juan B. Duque. Remove interior basement walls and finish basement at 17 Laura St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $5,000. Filed June 8.

Momentum Solar LLC, South Plainfield, New Jersey, contractor for Tina Denapoles. Install roof-top solar panels at 126 Big Oak Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $136,380. Filed June 12.

Momentum Solar LLC, South Plainfield, New Jersey, contractor for Edzer and Mina Philippe. Install roof-top solar panels at 57 George St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $31,755. Filed June 23.

NZ Home Improvement LLC, Stamford, contractor for Rosa Anjelica. Renovate basement and add a kitchen and bathroom at 10 Mead St., Unit 12, Stamford. Estimated cost: $59,200. Filed June 14.

New England Skyline Builders Inc., Stamford, contractor for Melissa N. and Adam E. Schenk. Construct a single-story addition containing a family room, mudroom, office and two-car garage at 145 Old North Stamford Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $295,000. Filed June 15.

Nicola, Tarzia, Stamford, contractor for Michael James Strange and Melanie Emi Saski. Construct a second floor comprised of a one-half-story addition, including a bath, two bedrooms, laundry and walk-in closet and attic above for storage and mechanicals. New vinyl siding and windows to be added for the addition at 77 Hirsch Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $150,000. Filed June 27.

Nolin, Carol B., Norwalk, contractor for Carol B. Nolin. Renovate the kitchen and replace cabinets at 2 Douglas Drive, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $40,000. Filed June 6.

O’Brien, Luke, Norwalk, contractor for Anthony A. Williams. Replace the existing deck at rear of single-family residence at 7 Peter St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $10,000. Filed June 8.

O’Dwyer, Denis and Elizabeth O’Dwyer, Stamford, contractor for Denis and Elizabeth O’Dwyer. Perform a minor alteration and replace existing vinyl and aluminum siding at 23 Penzance Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $10,000. Filed June 30.

People’s Products Inc., Norwalk, contractor for Suzanne Boger. Install vinyl replacement windows at 35 Walter Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $24,825. Filed June 6.

Power Home Remodeling Group LLC, Chester, Pennsylvania, contractor for Luigi and Luchelle Tartaglia. Reroof 36 Fawn Drive, Stamford. Estimated cost: $28,377. Filed June 6.

Power Home Remodeling Group LLC, Chester, Pennsylvania, contractor for Stephen G. and Dianne R. Talbot. Remove and replace nine windows at 596 Glenbrook Road, Unit 17, Stamford.

Estimated cost: $13,288. Filed June 7.

Power Home Remodeling Group LLC, Chester, Pennsylvania, contractor for John G. and Patricia A. Schumacher. Reroof 39 Palmer Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $15,900. Filed June 13.

R. Pelton Builders Inc., East Berlin, contractor for Stephen S. and Elizabeth W. Pei. Install roof-mounted solar panels at 86 Black Rock Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $44,224. Filed June 12.

Restoration Real Estate LLC, Stamford, contractor for Jeff Turshen. Renovate the kitchen, two bathrooms, add two skylights and replace all windows at 54 Doral Farm Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $184,000. Filed June 6.

Rick’s Main Roofing Ltd., Norwalk, contractor for Lisa Marie Consolati. Reroof 14 Harvard St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $12,125. Filed June 5.

RNL Development and Construction Corp., Westport, contractor for Tracey and Matthew Fottrell. Finish a partial basement at 242 Four Brooks Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $110,500. Filed June 28.

Roofing Solutions of Connecticut LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Eunice C. Clark. Reroof 111 Chestnut Hill Lane, Stamford. Estimated cost: $54,500. Filed June 14.

Schroder Home Improvement LLC, Wilton, contractor for Jean Darline. Elevate portion of existing roof over the garage for storage only and add a trellis and small balcony to improve house aesthetics at 95 Partridge Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $103,000. Filed June 7.

Verdejo-Duarte, Ruth, Norwalk, contractor for Ruth Verdejo-Duarte. Renovate single-family residence at 9 Elton Court, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $100,000. Filed June 6.

COURT CASES

Bridgeport Superior Court

Barnes, Nina, et al, Bridgeport. Filed by Thomas Lambert, Westport. Plaintiff’s attorney: The McEnery Law Group LLC, Milford. Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendants and sustained severe damage and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages of more than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FBT-CV-23-6124067-S. Filed May 17.

Curiel, Enrique, Bridgeport. Filed by Cavalry SPV I, LLC, Greenwich. Plaintiff’s attorney: Patrick Joseph Fitzgerald III, Albany, New York. Action: The plaintiff was assigned the defendant’s credit account debt, which he used to make payments for goods and services. Since the defendant failed to make payments, the plaintiff seeks monetary damages less than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FBT-CV-23-6124649-S. Filed June 6.

Greater Bridgeport Transit Authority, et al, Bridgeport. Filed by Victor Smith, Derby. Plaintiff’s attorney: Weber & Rubano LLC, Wallingford. Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision caused by the defendants and sustained severe damage and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages of more than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FBT-CV-23-6124712-S. Filed June 12.

Shrive, James, et al, Greenwich. Filed by Maguli Andguladze, Greenwich. Plaintiff’s attorney: Miller Rosnick D’Amico August & Butler PC, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendants and sustained severe damage and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages of more than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FBT-CV-23-6124716-S. Filed June 12.

Wham, Lynn, Trumbull. Filed by Diana Lello, Shelton. Plaintiff’s attorney: The Loricco Law Firm, New Haven. Action: The plaintiff was on the defendant’s premises when she descended the exterior metal stairwell abutting the bluestone patio at the rear of the home. As she placed her left foot onto the bluestone landing a stone shifted under her weight and caused her to become unsteady, trip, lose her footing and then fall to the ground the resulting in injury and to the plaintiff. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages of more than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FBT-CV-23-6124109-S.

Filed May 18.

Danbury Superior Court

Beck, Evan, et al, Brookfield. Filed by Evangeline Benoit, Danbury. Plaintiff’s attorney: The Blomberg Law Firm LLC, Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendant and sustained severe damages and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages of more than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. DBD-CV-23-6046050-S. Filed Feb. 21.

Danbury Food Corp., et al, Danbury. Filed by Elza S. Salgado, Danbury. Plaintiff’s attorney: Ventura Law, Danbury. Action: The plaintiff and defendants’ properties are adjacent to each other. Along the property line, there is a row of hedges and fencing owned by the plaintiff, which have existed in the present location for approximately 30 years. A portion of the hedges, fencing and bushes encroach on the defendants’ property, which they wish to remove. The plaintiff and her predecessor have possessed, used, maintained and enjoyed the hedges and bushes and they seek monetary damages of more than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. DBD-CV-23-6046508-S. Filed June 12.

Danbury Food Corp., et al, Danbury. Filed by Enriqueta Loja, Danbury. Plaintiff’s attorney: Alan Barry & Associates, Danbury. Action: The plaintiff was lawfully on the premises controlled by the defendant when she suddenly slipped and fell in a puddle of water. As a result, the plaintiff suffered injuries and seeks monetary damages of more than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. DBD-CV-23-6046439-S.

Filed June 5.

Equity One (Norwalk) LLC, et al, New York, New York. Filed by Brandie Luft, Danbury. Plaintiff’s attorney: McCoy & McCoy LLC, Hartford. Action: The plaintiff was lawfully on the premises controlled by the defendant when a customer walking in the parking lot was caused to fall by a pothole. The alleged dangerous and defective condition caused the plaintiff to suffer serious injuries and she seeks monetary damages of more than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. DBD-CV-23-6046075-S. Filed April 27.

Stamford Superior Court

City of Norwalk, Norwalk. Filed by Tess Properties LLC, Darien. Plaintiff’s attorney: John W. Madigan III, Darien.

Action: The plaintiff is the owner of real property and is claiming relief against a wrongful assessment for taxation by the defendant. The plaintiff appealed the defendant’s taxation claiming it was grossly excessive, disproportionate and unlawful. The plaintiff seeks a new evaluation of the property and monetary damages exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FST-CV-23-6061720-S.

Filed June 8.

City of Norwalk . Filed by Innis Arden Golf Club Inc., Old Greenwich. Plaintiff’s attorney: Fogarty Cohen Russo & Nemiroff LLC, Old Greenwich. Action: The plaintiff is the owner of real property and claims relief against a wrongful assessment for taxation of the property by the defendant. The plaintiff seeks a new evaluation of the property and claims monetary damages exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FST-CV-23-6061050-S. Filed April 26.

Daruis, Carlton, et al, Stamford. Filed by Nephtalie St. Phard, Stamford. Plaintiff’s attorney: The Pickel Law Firm LLC, Stamford. Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendants and sustained severe damage and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages of more than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FST-CV-23-6061392-S. Filed May 17.

Wheels Inc., et al, Chicago, Illinois. Filed by Solyeli Hernandez, Port Chester, New York. Plaintiff’s attorney: Michael E. Skiber Law Office, Norwalk. Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendants and sustained severe damage and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages of more than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FST-CV-23-6061281-S. Filed May 10.

DEEDS Commercial

114 Gould Ave LLC, Fairfield.

Seller: Gregory Walsh and Pamela M. Walsh, Fairfield.

Property: 114 Gould Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $699,000.

Filed July 5.

290 Silver Hill LLC, Stamford. Seller: Sachem Capital Corp, Branford.

Property: 290 Silver Hill Lane, Stamford. Amount: $900,000.

Filed June 22.

Abrahams, Joanna, Greenwich. Seller: Bruce Park Holding LLC, Darien.

Property: 32 Bruce Park Drive, Greenwich. Amount: $4,195,000. Filed July 5.

Esposito, Meredith J., Greenwich. Seller: South Water Street Owner LLC, New York, New York. Property: 88 S. Water St., Unit 303, Greenwich.

Amount: $10. Filed July 7.

FGB II LLC, Fairfield. Seller: MTS Realty LLC, Morris.

Property: Lot 82, Adley Road, Fairfield. Amount: $418,000.

Filed July 7.

Sherman, Brett and Kimberly Sherman, Fairfield.

Seller: Lucien Investors LLC, Bridgeport. Property: Burr Street, Fairfield. Amount: $725,000. Filed July 7.

Silverfield, Daniel and Kathleen Silverfield, Walban, Massachusetts. Seller: 65 Gorham Road LLC, Fairfield.

Property: 65 Gorham Road, Fairfield. Amount: $2,055,000.

Filed July 7.

Sisca, Robert V., Greenwich. Seller: Oak Crest LLC, Greenwich. Property: 62 Sherwood Ave., Greenwich.

Amount: $5,500,000. Filed July 3.

Zhu, Wenhan and Yuan Yuan, Greenwich. Seller: Elk Homes Partners III LP, Rye, New York. Property: Lot 11, Map 3503, Greenwich. Amount: $0.

Filed July 7.

Residential

Barajas Jr., Juan Diego, Greenwich. Seller: Theresa K. Freccia, Greenwich. Property: Henry St., Greenwich. Amount: $10. Filed July 5. Bellajdel, Malak, San Francisco, California. Seller: Gregory R. Sinche, Darien. Property: 91 Strawberry Hill Ave., Unit 734, Stamford.

Amount: $277,500. Filed June 22.

Cerulli, Mark James and Sonya Polyakov Cerulli, New York, New York. Seller: Toni Backman and Michael Backman, Greenwich. Property: 64 Pond Place, Greenwich.

Amount: $1,628,000. Filed July 5.

Cook, George M., Stamford. Seller: Karen Jean Foster, Wilmington, Vermont. Property: 17 Hope St., Unit No. 8A, Stamford. Amount: $201,000. Filed June 21.

De Cou Jr., George H., Stamford. Seller: George H. De Cou Jr., Stamford. Property: 23 Laurel Road, Stamford. Amount: $N/A. Filed June 20.

Diakoloukas, Sophia and George Pertesis, Fairfield. Seller: Agnella Matic, Fairfield. Property: 2990 Redding Road, Fairfield. Amount: $1,245,000. Filed July 7.

Dyckman, Tamara and David Dyckman, Stamford. Seller: Joshua K. Lederman, Stamford. Property: 46 Ocean Drive North, Stamford. Amount: $2,400,000. Filed June 20.

Eggers, Elizabeth, New York, New York. Seller: Amy Adar, Greenwich. Property: 5 Georgetown North, Greenwich. Amount: $2,150,000. Filed July 7.

Elia, Raffaele and Jessica Fishman, Larchmont, New York. Seller: Lorraine Delfico and Kelly R. Johnson, Rochester, New Hampshire. Property: 184 Peck Ave., No. 2, Greenwich. Amount: $725,000. Filed July 5.

Farina, Ivana, Wilton. Seller: James Hickey, Stamford. Property: 637 Summer St., Unit 21, Stamford. Amount: $225,000. Filed June 21.

Gallardo, Leizyl and Damian Estrada Gallardo

Jr., Stamford. Seller: Dayna Christine Hinkle, Stamford.

Property: 79 Dunn Ave., Stamford. Amount: $535,000.

Filed June 22.

Gaonach, Stephen and Elizabeth Gaonach, Highland Park, Illinois. Seller: Thomas S. Corona and Janine D. Corona, Lavallette, New Jersey.

Property: 269 Riverside Drive, Fairfield. Amount: $1,500,000.

Filed July 7.

Graziano, Michael and Kristina Graziano, Norwalk. Seller: Timothy D. Gusick and Laura A. Ozycz, Fairfield.

Property: Lot 43, Moritz Place, Fairfield. Amount: $660,000.

Filed July 6.

Hope, Harrison and Maria Riabtchenko, Greenwich.

Seller: Olivier Coureau and Elena Coureau, Greenwich.

Property: 427 Taconic Road, Greenwich. Amount: $4,825,000. Filed June 23.

Jordan, Robert E. and Anyika A. Jordan, Greenwich. Seller: Anthony Antonacci and Joan McGovern Antonacci, Greenwich. Property: 55 North St., Greenwich.

Amount: $10. Filed July 3.

Kennedy, Stacey R., Pully, Switzerland. Seller: Heinrich Rutt and Gabriela Rutt, Oberageri, Switzerland.

Property: 49 Vineyard Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $5,100,000. Filed July 7.

Kim, John Chinso and Un Ran Kim, Stamford. Seller: Christopher Kilbinger Hansen, Stamford. Property: 43 Harbor Drive, Unit 405, Stamford.

Amount: $745,000. Filed June 23.

Mattler, Rise B., Naples, Florida. Seller: Rise Dubrow Mattler, Naples, Florida.

Property: 77 Havemeyer Lane, Unit 417, Stamford. Amount: $1. Filed June 23.

McManus, Mitchell and Jessica McManus, Fairfield.

Seller: Barbara C. Osterberg, Fairfield. Property: 53 Glover St., Fairfield. Amount: $591,000. Filed July 7.

Moriarty, Patrick and Diana Moriarty, Old Greenwich. Seller: Paul Fazzino and Elizabeth Fazzino, Greenwich. Property: 2 Grant Ave., Old Greenwich. Amount: $4,300,000. Filed July 3.

Mukherjee, Kaustav and Sumilita Mukherjee, Fairfield. Seller: Herbert M. Veliz, Lillian C. Ortiz, Oliva De Veliz, Fairfield. Property: 91 Westwood Road, Fairfield.

Amount: $1,275,000. Filed July 6.

Norman, Mallory and Sean Alexander, Stamford. Seller: Robert Louis Thompson III, Stamford. Property: 300 Broad St., Unit 902, Stamford. Amount: $348,400. Filed June 20.

Olazabal, Sergio Armella and Cristina Ruiz Vazquez, Hoboken, New Jersey. Seller: Nicole Anderson and Ali Rahimtula, Riverside. Property: 36 Meyer Place, Riverside.

Amount: $2,600,000. Filed July 3.

Osafo-Ampadu, Philipa and Michael F. Quansah, Pasadena, California. Seller: Joseph Jesslyn, Stamford.

Property: 455 Hope St., No.3E, Stamford. Amount: $546,000. Filed June 20.

Piacquadio, Joseph and Victoria Piacquadio, Norwalk. Seller: Michael DeLuca and Rachel Rogers, Fairfield.

Property: 146 Lawrence Road, Fairfield. Amount: $1,178,150.

Filed July 5.

Pollack, Christopher L. and Elizabeth P. Pollack, Greenwich. Seller: Jorge E. Consuegra and Maria E. Alejo-Consuegra, Greenwich.

Property: 5 Andrews Road, Greenwich. Amount: $10. Filed July 7.

Prasai, Anubrat and Ashma Luitel, Stamford. Seller: Robert Taylor Sutter and Beste Ulga Sutter, Fort Mill, South Carolina. Property: 96 Knapp St., Stamford. Amount: $749,900. Filed June 22.

Ranka, Milan and Amy Turitz, Cos Cob. Seller: Vittorio Portolano and Lisa Cavallini, Greenwich. Property: 464 Cognewaugh Road, Cos Cob. Amount: $2,680,000. Filed July 7.

Schierle, Kristin I., Mount Vernon, New York. Seller: Stephanie De Camargo Trupel and Michael Montenegro, Stamford. Property: 154 Cold Spring Road, Unit 56, Stamford. Amount: $321,000. Filed June 22.

Sears, Brian J. and Sherry L. Sears, Stamford. Seller: Brian J. Sears and Sherry L. Sears, Stamford. Property: Palmer Landing Marina, M-03, Stamford. Amount: $1. Filed June 23.

Skrela, Frank, Pleasant Valley, New York. Seller: Carolyn A. Strazza, Greenwich. Property: 409 Riversville Road, Greenwich. Amount: $750,000. Filed July 6.

Thomas, David E. and Meghan B. Thomas, New York, New York. Seller: James Hiatrides, Stamford. Property: 1348 Shippan Ave., Stamford. Amount: $1,500,000. Filed June 22.

Van Bemmelen, Henry Michael, Stamford. Seller: Rafael Artiles, Stamford. Property: 850 E. Main St., Stamford. Amount: $430,000. Filed June 23.

Wallace, Wistar D. and Andrew F. Wallace, Norwalk. Seller: Peter D. Weddle and Juliana Sciolla, Stamford. Property: 2052 Shippan Ave., Stamford. Amount: $1,500,000. Filed June 23.

Williams, Asher J., Ithaca, New York. Seller: Georgeann Cheska and Corrie Mola, Stamford. Property: 65 Glenbrook Road, Unit 6A, Stamford. Amount: $335,000.

Filed June 21.

Woytowich, Justin and Julie Woytowich, Riverside.

Seller: Nick A. Skara and Jelena Skara, Riverside. Property: 21 Wescott St., Riverside. Amount: $1,800,000. Filed July 3.

Yiannoulis, Vicky Katherine and Ruthanne Lucille Sobecki, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Seller: John Aland and Gretchen Aland, Fairfield. Property: 25 Sedan Terrace, Fairfield. Amount: $775,000. Filed July 5.

Yorke, Kelly Ann, Pearl River, New York. Seller: Jean W. Valero Araujo and Arlene Ariel Valero, Marietta, Georgia. Property: 70 Strawberry Hill Ave., Unit 6-2B, Stamford. Amount: $255,000. Filed June 21.

MORTGAGES

Bailey-Gates, Christine, Flint, Michigan, by Nicola Corea. Lender: Rocket Mortgage LLC, 1050 Woodward Ave., Detroit, Michigan. Property: 2120 Mill Plain Road, Fairfield. Amount: $45,000. Filed June 1.

Berger, Stanley and Deborah Lee Berger, Stamford, by Elizabeth Carmen Castillo. Lender: Webster Bank NA, 1959 Summer St., Stamford. Property: 68 Pepper Ridge Road, Stamford. Amount: $50,000. Filed May 31.

Bilal, Qasim and Iqra

Ali, Stamford, by Andrew L. Wallach. Lender: Savings Bank of Danbury, 220 Main St., Danbury. Property: 155 Little Hill Drive, Stamford. Amount: $604,000. Filed May 26.

Bredikis, Scott, Stamford, by Jonathan T. Hoffman. Lender: Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp., 4201 Marsh Lane, Carrollton, Texas. Property: 44 Malibu Road, Stamford. Amount: $845,000. Filed May 30.

Bucci, John and Lisa Bucci, Stamford, by Anita Bartolini. Lender: Bank of America NA, 100 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, North Carolina. Property: 39 Stone Fence Lane, Stamford. Amount: $125,000. Filed May 24.

Burns, Marguerite R., Fairfield, by Judy Ming Cheung.

Lender: CrossCountry Mortgage LLC, 2160 Superior Ave., Cleveland, Ohio. Property: 38 Edge Hill Road, Fairfield. Amount: $1,020,000. Filed May 30.

Calivas, Matthew and Georgia B. Calivas, Westport, by Kenneth R. Grace.

Lender: Guaranteed Rate Inc., 1800 W. Larchmont Ave., Suite 201, Chicago, Illinois. Property: 60 Knollwood Drive, Fairfield.

Amount: $661,600. Filed May 31.

Carlson, Severin and Shannon Ford, Fairfield, by Linda F. Johnston. Lender: William Raveis Mortgage LLC, 7 Trap Falls Road, Shelton. Property: 113 Charles St., Fairfield. Amount: $837,000. Filed June 1.

Chabla, Donna, College Point, New York, by Kishore I. Kapoor. Lender: CrossCountry Mortgage LLC, 2160 Superior Ave., Cleveland, Ohio. Property: 59 Buckingham Drive, Stamford. Amount: $704,250. Filed May 24.

Coleman, Todd D., Westport, by Mary Beth K. Rapice. Lender: Webster Bank NA, 1959 Summer St., Stamford.

Property: 130 Howard St., Fairfield. Amount: $836,000.

Filed June 2.

Cronje, Melissa, Stamford, by Gregory LaDestro. Lender: CrossCountry Mortgage LLC, 2160 Superior Ave., Cleveland, Ohio. Property: 22 Birchwood Road, Stamford. Amount: $536,750. Filed May 31.

De Villiers, Marchant and Adriana Murano, Norwalk, by Ricky M. Capozza. Lender: M&T Bank, 1 M&T Plaza, Buffalo, New York. Property: 283 Mill Hill Road, Southport. Amount: $1,220,000. Filed June 1.

Devery, Lianne V. and Michael Spindler, Stamford, by Sebastiano Tornatore. Lender: Guaranteed Rate Inc., 3940 N. Ravenswood, Chicago, Illinois. Property: 20 Gilford St., Stamford. Amount: $504,000. Filed May 25.

Dibiase, Ben C. and Gabrielle M. Migliaccio, Stamford, by Kyri E. Bermudez.

Lender: Guaranteed Rate Inc., 3940 N. Ravenswood, Chicago, Illinois. Property: 16 Pemberwick Road, Greenwich.

Amount: $659,600. Filed June 1.

Diiorio, Ana Carolina and Anthony Loizzo, Greenwich, by Casey M. O’Donnell. Lender: US Bank NA, 2800 Tamarack Road, Owensboro, Kentucky. Property: 35 Hettiefred Road, Greenwich. Amount: $850,000. Filed May 31.

Dong, Lin and Guo Hong Wu, Stamford, by N/A. Lender: United Wholesale Mortgage LLC, 585 S. Boulevard East, Pontiac, Michigan. Property: 28 Wescott St., Riverside. Amount: $650,000. Filed June 1.

Evanko, Silvana, Stamford, by Luz Stella G. Amaya Lender: Bank of America NA, 100 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, North Carolina. Property: 131 Alton Road, Stamford. Amount: $143,959. Filed May 23.

Fierman, Adam and Kate Fierman, Fairfield, by Zionyamarquize Q. Bohannon. Lender: US Bank NA, 425 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio. Property: 115 Nutmeg Lane, Fairfield. Amount: $350,000. Filed May 30.

Freeman, Roy Allen, Greenwich, by Kathryn L. Braun. Lender: Rocket Mortgage LLC, 1050 Woodward Ave., Detroit, Michigan. Property: 7 Echo Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $654,300. Filed June 2.

Frutos, Pablo and Maureen Faith Lynch, Wilton, by Morris L. Barocas. Lender: Total Mortgage Services LLC, 185 Plains Road, Milford. Property: 780 Tunxis Hill Road, Fairfield. Amount: $495,000. Filed May 31.

Guzman, Luis and Katherine Guzman, Fairfield, by Zionyamarquize Q. Bohannon. Lender: US Bank NA, 425 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio. Property: 107 Beaumont St., Fairfield. Amount: $350,000.

Filed June 2.

Hendricks, Karen, Mount Kisco, New York, by Mayra M. Rios. Lender: Morgan Stanley Private Bank, 4270 Ivy Pointe Blvd., Suite 400, Cincinnati, Ohio. Property: 3 Hillview Lane, Stamford. Amount: $585,000. Filed May 26.

Hernandez Jimenez, Luisa

F., Greenwich, by Irene J. deJackome. Lender: JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, 1111 Polaris Pkwy., Columbus, Ohio. Property: 1 Valley Road, 105, Stamford.

Amount: $222,700. Filed May 26.

Hernandez, Carmen Lydia, Stamford, by Charles P. Abate. Lender: CrossCountry Mortgage LLC, 2160 Superior Ave., Cleveland, Ohio. Property: 60 Meredith Lane, Stamford. Amount: $930,000. Filed May 25.

Jacques, Sheddler and Roselaine Jacques, Stamford, by Kyri E. Bermudez. Lender: M&T Bank, 1 M&T Plaza, Buffalo, New York. Property: 69 Chestnut Hill Road, Stamford. Amount: $800,000. Filed May 25.

Krumeich, Jonathan T., Greenwich, by Jonathan T. Krumeich. Lender: Marie C. Krumeich, 12 Glenville Road, Greenwich. Property: 50 Lafayette Place, No. 3A, Greenwich. Amount: $480,000.

Filed May 30.

Kuo, Christopher S. and Miao-Shan Yen, Stamford, by Morris L. Barocas. Lender: Bank of America NA, 101 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, North Carolina.

Property: 13 Salem St., Cos Cob. Amount: $1,096,800. Filed June 1.

Labriola, John, Rye, New York, by David J. Bisceglia.

Lender: American Financial Network Inc., 770 The City Drive South, Suite 1100, Orange, California. Property: 178 Peck Ave., Unit 6, Greenwich. Amount: $560,000.

Filed May 31.

Latorre, Jason and Ashley

Latorre, Greenwich, by Jeremy

E. Kaye. Lender: Guaranteed Rate Inc., 3940 N. Ravenswood, Chicago, Illinois. Property: 55

Byram Terrace Drive, Apt. B, Greenwich. Amount: $705,000. Filed June 2.

Lombardo, Alistaire McDonough and Marc Anthony Lombardo, Garden City, New York, by Eileen M. Pate. Lender: Wells Fargo Bank NA, 101 N. Phillips Ave., Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Property: 11 Hendrie Ave., Greenwich. Amount: $2,437,500. Filed June 2.

Maglova, Petya and Stoyanka Maglova, Whitestone, New York, by Andrew L. Wallach. Lender: US Bank NA, 2800 Tamarack Road, Owensboro, Kentucky.

Property: 11 Big Oak Circle, Stamford. Amount: $504,000.

Filed May 24.

Mantell, David and Jodi Mantell, Fairfield, by Zionyamarquize Q. Bohannon. Lender: Citizens Bank NA, 1 Citizens Plaza, Providence, Rhode Island. Property: 210 Bailey Road, Fairfield. Amount: $150,000. Filed June 2.

Martini, Joy E., Fairfield, by Eric Anthony Avellaneda. Lender: Sikorsky Financial Credit Union, 1000 Oronoque Lane, Stratford. Property: 148 Fern St, Fairfield. Amount: $60,000. Filed May 30.

Mathieu, Shane and Irina Yakovleva, Greenwich, by Lois P. Pitracco. Lender: Ridgewood Savings Bank, 1981 Marcus Ave., Suite 110, Lake Success, New York. Property: 72 Putnam Park, Unit 72, Greenwich. Amount: $508,000. Filed June 2.

McCormack, Scott C.., Fairfield, by Michelle Dziubina. Lender: Liberty Bank, 315 Main St., Middletown. Property: 63 Cummings Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $198,000. Filed May 26.

Moussati, Regina and Hovannes Moussati, Stamford, by Philip J. Toohey. Lender: Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp., 4201 Marsh Lane, Carrollton, Texas.

Property: 100 Blue Ridge Drive, Stamford. Amount: $672,000.

Filed May 25.

Nesel, Thomas W. and Wynne A.. Evans, New York, New York, by David W. Hopper.

Lender: Bank of America NA, 101 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, North Carolina. Property: 34 Evergreen Road, Greenwich.

Amount: $1,040,000. Filed June 2.

Oberhand, Mark H. and Heather J. Oberhand, Fairfield, by Scott Rogalski. Lender: TD Bank NA, 2035 Limestone Road, Wilmington, Delaware. Property: 201 Smith St., Fairfield. Amount: $489,200. Filed June 2.

Oost-Lievense, Russell A., Fairfield, by Richard J. Shapiro. Lender: Guaranteed Rate Inc., 3940 N. Ravenswood, Chicago, Illinois. Property: 57 Hibiscus St., Apt. 2, Fairfield. Amount: $202,500. Filed May 26.

Parruccini, Elaine, Stamford, by Elizabeth Carmen Castillo. Lender: Webster Bank NA, 1959 Summer St., Stamford. Property: 1124 Shippan Ave., Stamford. Amount: $250,000. Filed May 26.

Pollock, Austin and Sara Pollock, Westport, by Descera Daigle. Lender: Wells Fargo Bank NA, 101 N. Phillips Ave., Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Property: 111 Queens Grant Lane, Fairfield. Amount: $1,504,000. Filed June 2.

Rotando, Lynn Andrew and Susan Ferris Rotando, Southport, by James M. Powers. Lender: William Raveis Mortgage LLC, 7 Trap Falls Road, Shelton. Property: 25 Barrister Lane, Fairfield. Amount: $660,000. Filed May 31.

Rozmus, Robert G and Mary Melissa Rozmus, Greenwich, by N/A. Lender: JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, 1111 Polaris Pkwy., Columbus, Ohio. Property: 72 Stanwich Road, Greenwich. Amount: $870,000. Filed May 31.

Ruzzi, Christopher J. and Linda L. Ruzzi, Stamford, by Ramona E. DeSalvo. Lender: Scient Federal Credit Union, 60 Colver Ave., Groton. Property: 48 Dogwood Court, Stamford. Amount: $297,000. Filed May 31.

Shao, Qun and Yan Ding, Old Greenwich, by Daniel Walsh II. Lender: Citibank NA, 1000 Technology Drive, O’Fallon, Missouri. Property: 25 Brown House Road, Old Greenwich. Amount: $980,000. Filed May 30.

Shi, Yucheng and Shenglin Wu, Greenwich, by Mark Munally. Lender: Freedom Mortgage Corp., 951 Yamato Road, Suite 175, Boca Raton, Florida. Property: 351 Pemberwick Road, No. 606, Greenwich. Amount: $633,600. Filed May 31.

Skrinar, John S. and Jessica E. Skrinar, Fairfield, by Derick R. Root. Lender: The Huntington National Bank, 5555 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, Ohio. Property: 85 Old Oaks Road, Fairfield. Amount: $325,000. Filed May 26.

Smith, Christine Kaitlin and Shawn Paquin, Stamford, by Amanda C. Burns. Lender: Neat Loans LLC, 167 Old Post Road, Suite 2, Southport. Property: 45 Lancaster Place, Stamford. Amount: $761,200.

Filed May 31.

Velazquez Diaz, Jennifer and Juan Trujillo Macias, Stamford, by Charles P. Abate. Lender: Paramount Residential Mortgage Group Inc., 1265 Corona Pointe Court, Suite 301, Corona, California. Property: 46 Square Acre Drive, Stamford. Amount: $604,395. Filed May 30.

Walsh, Kenneth A., Fairfield, by Eric Willinger. Lender: Webster Bank NA, 1959 Summer St., Stamford. Property: 227 Reid St., Fairfield. Amount: $159,000. Filed May 30.

Walsh, Michael and Kathleen E. Walsh, Stamford, by Anita Bartolini. Lender: Bank of America NA, 100 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, North Carolina. Property: 426 Rock Rimmon Road, Stamford. Amount: $150,000. Filed May 30.

White, Alisa Kimberly and Arville O. Robinson, Stamford, by Jessica Villaplana. Lender: The Federal Savings Bank, 4120 W. Diversey Ave., Suite C501, Chicago, Illinois. Property: 263 Culloden Road, Stamford. Amount: $574,404. Filed May 24.

Zapata, Pedro, Darien, by Joseph J. Mager Jr. Lender: Milford Bank, 33 Broad St., Milford. Property: 72 Myrtle Ave., Stamford. Amount: $52,000. Filed May 23.

Zegibe, Luke, Stamford, by Stephen J. Carriero. Lender: First County Bank, 117 Prospect St., Stamford. Property: 24 Cantwell Ave., Stamford. Amount: $390,000. Filed May 31.

Zohdy, Mohamed M. and Teresa A. Zohdy, Greenwich, by Mario P. Musilli. Lender: First County Bank, 117 Prospect St., Stamford. Property: 77 Circle Drive, Greenwich. Amount: $600,000. Filed May 30.

NEW BUSINESSES

Ascela, 6 Landmark Square, Fourth floor, Stamford 06901, c/o PCF Insurance Services of The West, LLC. Filed May 24.

Cocorico Icecream, 32 Baxter Ave., Stamford 06902, c/o Segundo Delfilio Maldonado-Guzman. Filed May 31.

Creatrix DTP Solutions, 29 Allview Ave., Norwalk 06854, c/o Tamara Butler. Filed June 22.

Denise Charles Designs, 14 W. Rocks Road, Norwalk 06851, c/o Carmen Morales. Filed June 14.

E&M Custom’s LLC, 9 Warren St., Apt. 2, Norwalk 06851, c/o Erick Estrada Villegas. Filed June 22.

El Charro De New York, 62 Pequot Drive, Apt. 207, Stamford 06902, c/o Daygoro Resendiz. Filed May 26.

Evenlight Expressions, 29 Allview Ave., Norwalk 06854, c/o Tamara Butler. Filed June 22.

FHM Fine Arts, 12 Norport Drive, Norwalk 06855, c/o Frances Meehan. Filed June 22.

Flamencomaps, 91 Strawberry Hill Ave., Apt. 534, Stamford 06902, c/o Guilhem Denis Tarroux. Filed May 22.

Francisco Catarino Painting, 25 Ferris Ave., No. 2, Norwalk 06854, c/o Francisco Catarino Hernandez. Filed June 22.

Grimm’s Sewer & Drain, 31 Harriet St., Norwalk 06851, c/o Zachary J. Grimm. Filed June 9.

Kaz Carpentry, 8 Court St., Apt. 1, Stamford 06902, c/o Andrii Kohut. Filed May 31.

Lbrett Properties LLC, 97 W. Norwalk Road, No.18, Norwalk 06850, c/o Lauri Bretthauer. Filed June 22.

Llama Lips Peru, 870A E. Main St., Stamford 06902, c/o Food LLC. Filed May 19.

Lulutom, 119 Seaside Ave., Unit A, Stamford 06902, c/o Spark Talent Lab LLC. Filed May 30.

Mama Sandra’s Pupuseria LLC, 443 Cove Road, Stamford 06902, c/o Maria Sandra Bueso Pinto. Filed May 30.

Morales E. Painting, 17 Dale St., Apt. 3, Stamford 06902, c/o Erwin Morales. Filed May 22.

Oscar’s Painting Services LLC, 30 Chestnut St., Apt. 6, Norwalk 06854, c/o Oscar Renaldi Cruz Guillen. Filed June 14.

Privacy Tints, 9 Aberdeen St., Stamford 06902, c/o Tanya Russell. Filed May 19.

Roni Deutch, 5 High Ridge Park, Stamford 06905, c/o Airtime Media. Filed May 26.

Zarlouis Vuittaro LLC, 34 Raymond St., Stamford 06902, c/o Jamesley Romulus. Filed May 23.

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Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to iSHINE Maids Cleaning Services LLC, 55 Bank St Unit #802 White Plains NY 10606.

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#63433

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Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail process to: The LLC c/o Attn: Keith Reich, 28 Wyndham Close, White Plains, NY, 10605, USA.

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#63434

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#63435

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Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 40 Bronson Ave, Scarsdale, NY 10583. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. #63437

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#63443

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Notice of Registration of International Blockchain Legal LLP. Registration filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 5/26/2023.

Office location: Westchester County. LLP formed in the District of Columbia on 8/30/2020. Princ. office addr. of LLP: 600 Mamaroneck Ave. Ste 400, Harrison, NY 10528.

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#63447

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