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TALKING WITH THE TAXMAN: HOW LONGTIME DANBURY MAYOR BOUGHTON IS REINVENTING THE STATE'S REVENUE DEPARTMENT BY KEVIN ZIMMERMAN Kzimmerman@westfairinc.com

t may seem odd to refer to a 57-year-old as a “warhorse,” but given that Mark Boughton has been in government for roughly 26 of those years — including a record 10 two-year terms as Danbury’s mayor—it seems appropriate. His 10th term, of course, was cut short in December 2020 when he was tapped by Gov. Ned Lamont to become the commissioner of the state’s Department of Revenue Services (DRS). Danbury City Council president Joe Cavo was sworn

in on Dec. 16 of that year but decided against running for a full term, with Dean Esposito — a chief of staff under both Cavo and Boughton — defeating Democrat challenger Roberto Alves by fewer than 200 votes. He will be sworn in on Dec. 1. “Danbury had a great exercise in democracy,” Boughton told the Business Journal. “Dean spent many years as my chief of staff, and I wish him well. But I want to compliment Roberto as well — he worked very hard.” Boughton shrugged off the narrow margin of Esposito’s victory. “I won by

138 votes (over Democrat Chris Setaro) the first time I ran for mayor” in 2001, he noted. “People today are definitely split, but Danbury is a great place where people come together and let the mayor be the mayor.” Similarly, he said, Lamont is willing to let the DRS commissioner be the

Mark Boughton receiving the news of his GOP endorsement for governor in 2018. He would ultimately run for and win a 10th term as Danbury mayor before joining the state government. Photo courtesy Jessica Hill/AP.

Stella gets ready for a stellar opening DRS commissioner. “Every commissioner says they’re going to chase down the tax money that people owe, but the bureaucracy has tripped them up,” Boughton said. “In my case, the governor said, ‘I’m going to stay out of your way,’ which is refreshing.” » MAYOR BOUGHTON

BY PETER KATZ Pkatz@westfairinc.com A new luxury apartment building in New Rochelle that is expected to begin receiving its first tenants in January is providing an example of how helping fill the social need for afford-

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Jessica Paschkes encourages soapy sustainability with startup Refillery BY PHIL HALL Phall@westfairinc.com

happaqua resident Jessica Paschkes’ entrepreneurial endeavor Refillery has found a niche as Westchester's first zero-waste pop-up business that provides consumers with nontoxic options for refilling soaps and cleaners without packaging waste. However, she insists that credit for the idea is not hers for the taking. “This is not a concept I've invented, by any means,” she said. “It's a concept that exists in other countries. We’re probably about five years behind. “I had come across this concept a couple years ago through a Canadian shop that I had seen and read about,” she continued. “It was like a lightbulb hit. I thought, ‘This is brilliant: you bring your own container and you refill your products instead of bringing home new packaging.’” However, Paschkes put the concept on the proverbial back burner and focused on her career as a photographer, admitting “life happens.” But during the Covid19 pandemic, she began re-evaluating her ideals and goals and decided to go forward with

Jessica Paschkes. Contributed photo. Refillery. Paschkes’ customers primarily focus on getting container refills for soap and cleaners for home and hygiene. “I wanted to start with the necessities for cleaning and break it down into categories of kitchen, laundry and personal care,” she explained. Paschkes pointed out that Refillery plays a role in reducing plastic waste and excess packag-

ing, noting that 90% of plastic winds up being trashed and is usually dumped into the ocean. With Refillery, Paschkes’s consumers refill plastic packaging or provide glass bottles and jars for their soaps and cleaners. As for the products, Paschkes acknowledged she tests and curates them rather than making them herself. “I have high standards in finding the stories behind the brands as well, because I think that's important,” she said. “I work with a lot of female-owned businesses and I can tell their story and convey that to my customers.” Paschkes has made her product line available via pop-up retailing within existing businesses and at farmers’ markets; she is particularly grateful to be accepted into regional farmers’ markets as those venues “are not easy to get into” — especially for a business that is not agriculturally focused. She had her first sales exposure in May at a farmers’ market in Rockland County and later expanded her presence into Westchester. Her next engagements were scheduled for the Pure Barre fitness center in Mount Kisco on Nov. 14 and the

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farmers' market at the Chappaqua train station on Nov. 20. In addition to her pop-up retailing, Paschkes is selling products on her website’s e-commerce page what she calls “eco-swaps," which includes personal care, kitchen and laundry products that she calls “things that we just use and toss. These are sustainable, reusable and better for the environment.” At the moment, Paschkes is running Refillery as a one-woman enterprise that she is operating alongside her photography business, admitting the latter is “a bigger revenue-generator because there are no product costs — it's just a service.” Looking ahead to 2022, she hinted at having “some things in the works and hoping to come up with a bigger umbrella concept where it could be different businesses all kind of under that same idea of sustainability and a whole equal lifestyle — like a one-stop kind of experience in your home, your wellness and in your health. "I don't want to just rely on refills and cleaning products," she added, "because I have a bigger vision for where the business can go.”

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George Comfort chief: Renovations at Stamford complex helped bring Philip Morris to city BY KEVIN ZIMMERMAN Kzimmerman@westfairinc.com

hilip Morris International finally made official its choice of Stamford as the location of its new headquarters represented something of a milestone not just for the state and the city — but for asset and property management firm George Comfort & Sons as well. “They were very appreciative of the renovations we did at the property (677 Washington Blvd.),” Comfort & Sons President and CEO Peter Duncan told the Business Journal, “as well as for the proximity to the train station and the city.” Although Duncan allowed that PMI had shown some interest in Greenwich, he said the location near the Stamford Transportation Center and amenities available at 677 Washington were enough to win the company over. PMI signed a 12-year lease that encompasses the entire 11th and 12th floors of the 13-story office tower, one of three buildings on a 12-acre complex. The company plans to occupy the new space in late 2022, which will involve relocating about 200 workers from Manhattan. The building was completed in 1998 as the North American headquarters of UBS, which operated it for a number of years as the world’s largest column-less trading floor. But by 2016 the bank’s fortunes had reversed

enough for it to abandon it in favor of smaller space at 600 Washington, also home to the Royal Bank of Scotland. In 2017, Stamford Washington Investors LLC acquired the property for $33 million, with Comfort and AVG Partners acquiring it a year later. Amenities now include a conference center that can hold over 100 people, a fitness center and a cafeteria with a terrace on the fifth floor. With the completion of the PMI deal — as well as recently signed transactions with XL Global Services Inc. (11 years for a 21,879-square-foot portion of the 10th floor), General Atlantic (21,879 square feet on the 8th floor) and Sandbrook Capital (10 years for 4,995 square feet on the 8th floor) — 677 is now roughly 95% occupied. That figure includes the WWE, which has leased 415,000 square feet at the complex and is still in the process of relocating its headquarters there from 1241 E. Main St. Duncan said that talks began with PMI soon after it announced in June its plans to move to “lower Fairfield County” from 120 Park Ave. in Manhattan. Gov. Ned Lamont, speaking at that June press conference, said that talks between PMI and the state had begun about 18 months prior to that. At a Nov. 8 press event celebrating the move, PMI’s president of the Americas region, Deepak Mishra, said, "We really look forward to being a part of the community. This is an incredibly vibrant community that

is innovation-focused and forward-thinking, and open-minded. Over time, we will … take advantage of the innovation environment that Connecticut as a state provides.” "PMI is a company that's reinventing itself,” Lamont remarked. “I'm so proud that they've called Connecticut home.” That reinvention involves PMI’s continued move away from traditional cigarettes and toward such smoke-free products as IQOS. About 30% of the company’s revenue now comes from the smoke-free category, he said.

Meanwhile, Duncan said that his company is continuing to build-out 677 Washington, with plans to develop a 400-unit apartment building with an additional retail component on the property. Why not more office space? “There’s quite a bit of office space in Stamford right now,” he said. George Comfort & Sons will remain bullish on the city, Duncan added. “Stamford is viewed now as a great location. It proves that if you build the right product, people will come.”

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Re-elected Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling: Little time for victory laps BY JUSTIN MCGOWN

espite contending with Covid-19 and statewide economic challenges, newly reelected Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling remains optimistic about the city’s future and the state of its business community. Rilling, a Democrat, won his fourth consecutive two-year term as mayor with over 60% of the vote against Republican challenger Jonathan Riddle. “The business climate in Norwalk is I think pretty solid,” he told the Business Journal. “In order to facilitate attracting businesses to Norwalk, I hired a chief of economic and community development and hired a director of business. They’re constantly working on that issue. Since the pandemic started, 412 new businesses have opened in Norwalk.” Rilling cited population growth — and Norwalk’s advantageous position of being part of the New York metropolitan area while being cheaper than much of Westchester County or Stamford — as reasons to believe more businesses are taking notice of the city. Additionally, the city has revamped much of its permitting and licensing processes. “It’s interesting because we’d been working on streamlining that process and making more of it available online so that people might not even need to come to City Hall under certain circumstances,” Rilling said. “The pandemic made us fast-track that process, because while City Hall never closed, we didn’t allow in the public.” According to the mayor, this process will continue to go forward, and it may become possible in the near future for those looking to start businesses, apply for registration, or otherwise work with City Hall to do the entire process online. Those looking for certifications and licenses can already use the Norwalk website to request inspections. Additionally, Rilling said that a complete rewrite of the city’s zoning laws is underway with the help of Town Planning and Urban Design Collaborative, a consulting firm specializing in helping municipalities establish mixed-use areas — the first complete overhaul of Norwalk’s zoning regulations in more than 30 years. Part of the plan will include merging the planning and zoning commissions to lessen the need for the same issues to be brought before multiple panels or committees, and reduce the possibility of contradic-

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Mayor Harry Rilling tory regulations where the two bodies overlap. “We are going to do some public outreach because we want to look at how we can make our zoning laws a little more consistent with our plan of conservation and development,” he said. The need to increase housing availability might also be partially addressed through the creation of micro-apartments and accessory dwelling units. Rilling posited a hypothetical: “I’ve got a son who goes off to college. He wants to come back but he doesn’t want to live with me, but he can live in an accessory apartment and feel a little bit more independent until he can get his feet on the ground and save up for a house. We’re looking at all kinds of different things we can do to attract not only people, but to attract businesses.” The key challenges to achieving those goals, as Rilling sees it, are matters of safety. “First and foremost we want to keep moving forward with vaccinating people, monitoring the pandemic and determining at any given time what are the appropriate responses,” he said. “I made WCBJ

it clear from the very beginning that I was going to follow the science and do what I felt was necessary to keep our community safe.” While the city switched from a mask mandate in public spaces to an advisory on Nov. 5, Rilling stressed that if infection numbers once again begin to rise, he will not hesitate to bring back the mandate. The need to safeguard the critical work done by city employees led him to keep the masking mandate in place for municipal facilities for the foreseeable future, he said. He also urged the continued wearing of masks even without the mandate, particularly given how many people visit Norwalk retail locations from areas that may have different infection numbers. “When I go to Stew Leonard’s, I will be wearing a mask,” the mayor asserted. “Even though I’m fully vaccinated and I had my booster. This is something that’s not a joke. This is the deadliest disease ever in this country in sheer numbers.” His other top priority is investing in the physical infrastructure of Norwalk schools, with an emphasis on providing

a local school for South Norwalk. “We’re putting together, in partnership with the board of education, a 20-to-25-year plan of investing in our school infrastructure,” he said. “The last time a school was built in Norwalk before Ponus (Ridge Middle School) was like 50 years ago. There’s an end of usable life to any structure, especially one that’s occupied by children.” Long-term planning will be key to ensuring the continued prosperity and steady growth of Norwalk, according to the mayor — a state of affairs to which he attributed his current victory. To that end he is proud of efforts to create a plan for the next decade that will include revamping Norwalk’s public transit, increasing use of renewable energy, and improving walkability through streetscaping. Planning so far ahead is a departure from business as usual, Rilling said. “Governments for some reason seem to plan in five-year cycles. If you look at the last plan of conservation and development done in the previous administration, it was like 69 or 70 pages. Ours is close to 300.”

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Boughton’s latest tax-collecting effort, the Tax Amnesty 2021 initiative, began Nov. 1 and runs through Jan. 31, 2022. The program provides a 75% reduction in interest and waives penalties and the possibility of criminal prosecution to those who have not filed, have underreported or have existing liabilities related to taxes owed to the state for any tax period ending on or before Dec. 31, 2020. “This represents a significant opportunity to collect revenue,” Boughton said, estimating that the state could retrieve some $40 million in unpaid taxes. “55% of people and businesses pay their full share, which means that 45% don’t pay their full share, or only a part,” he said. Reaction to the amnesty program so far has been encouraging, he said, with a number of accountants and attorneys encouraging their clients to take advantage of what is, after all, a limited-time offer. “We just settled

a dispute a few days ago from 2014 over a $3.2 million tax bill,” for which DRS collected $1.2 million, he said. “Cleaning it up and getting people right with the state in terms of what you owe — why wouldn’t you want to do that?” Boughton asked. Enrollment in the amnesty program is relatively simple, he said, with all applications needing to be filed electronically. Taxpayers seeking amnesty can access all program information, including a link to the state’s secure online payment portal myconneCT, at GetRightCT.com. Boughton said a public information campaign, including television, out-of-home and digital ads are also being rolled out, with additional outreach being made to those with known existing liabilities and suspected non filers, as well as to local chambers and tax service organizations to help inform and guide businesses and individuals through the process.

Balter Partners Inc. and L+M Development Partners, based in Larchmont, joined together for the $190 million development. The building features 380 studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom apartments and luxury amenities such as a 25th-floor outdoor pool and lounge area featuring views of Long Island Sound and the New York City skyline. There are plans for 6,200 square feet of retail space along with enclosed parking. The Marketing Directors, a development advisory company headquartered in Manhattan, has been handling marketing and leasing in a center at 451 Main St. in New Rochelle, adjacent to Stella’s site. Among the apartments' features are wide-plank flooring, floor-to-ceiling windows, washers and dryers, kitchens with high-end stainless steel appliance packages, quartz countertops and opulent bathroom finishes. One element that separates Stella from many other luxury buildings that have been going up in Westchester is the designation of 25% of its units as affordable. While many municipalities require developers to provide 10% affordable units or pay a fee to avoid doing so, Wilder Balter and L+M have placed 95 of the units in Stella in the affordable category. Both companies are experienced in financing and building affordable housing. Forty-eight of the units are being made available at 50% of the area median income (AMI) with 47 units priced at 70% of AMI. For people earning 50% of AMI, a studio apartment in the affordable category rents for $1,082 a month, a one-bedroom is $1,156 and a two-bedroom affordable unit is $1,379 a month. For those earning 70% of AMI, a studio is $1,528 a month, a one-bedroom is $1,834 and a two-bedroom is $1,953. The Housing Action Council in Tarrytown accepted applications for the affordable units and held a lottery as part of the selection process.

Rents for the market-rate units as of Nov. 8 included a studio on the 24th floor for $1,877 a month and a one-bedroom unit on the 20th floor for $2,601 a month. There will be 284 market-rate units in the building: 65 studios; 155 one-bedrooms; 62 two-bedrooms; and two three-bedroom units. There will be an additional unit for the superintendent. Of the 95 affordable units, 21 are studios, 52 are one-bedroom units and 22 are two-bedroom units. “It’s not easy to do and that’s why some developers don’t do it,” James Wendling, vice president of Wilder Balter Partners, told the Business Journal about affordable housing. “The deals are complicated and they’re all unique, but it’s very rewarding to do and very rewarding to bring to fruition and allow so many tenants to move into beautiful homes.” The financing for Stella included a $125 million construction loan from Citi Community Capital that was funded by tax-exempt and taxable bonds issued by the New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR). Among the other financing sources were Freddie Mac, Westchester County through its New Homes Land Acquisition program and New Rochelle’s Industrial Development Agency. Wendling said that because the project fit the classification of affordable housing, construction was allowed to continue during Covid while many other construction jobs had to be shut down because of state-imposed restrictions. He said that the Stella project has not faced significant supply-chain problems. “We certainly think there’s going to continue to be strong demand as there always has been in Westchester County from affordable housing to moderate housing to, obviously, the luxury housing,” Wendling said. “We’re doing affordable housing throughout Westchester County right now -- here, and in Tarrytown, Ossining, Lewisboro and in other areas. There is a strong need.”

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All taxes administered by the Connecticut DRS, except for Connecticut motor carrier road tax (IFTA), are eligible for the Tax Amnesty program. Boughton said that in some cases, “you could save 50, 60, 70%” in interest and other penalties, as long as payments are made in full by Jan. 31. Once the amnesty period ends, taxpayers will be liable for the full tax, penalty and interest on any amount owed. The commissioner allowed that taxpayers can appeal their audit to the DRS, but if it rules against them, “they are required to pay. If they don’t pay, we can put a lien on their property, cause their business to close down and arrest them. It’s rare that that happens — but it can.” Though never an official tax collector — Boughton’s career includes working on the Danbury Planning Commission from 1995 to 1998 and serving as the state representative for the 138th District of Connecticut from

Jan. 3, 1999 to Jan. 1, 2002, when he took office as the city’s mayor — he said, “I feel I have experience managing large companies because we had 1,000 employees in Danbury. There’s only 700 or so in DRS.” He also ran for governor in 2010, 2014 and 2018; he won the endorsement of the state’s Republican party in the last contest but lost the primary to businessman Bob Stefanowski, who in turn was defeated by Lamont. Today, electoral politics are behind him — at least for now — as he continues rethinking what DRS is all about. “We’re building an analytical division with AI and algorithms to look at revenue — how you raise it, how and why you audit it, and building predictive models,” he said. “What happens in the next five to 10 years? What happens when everyone has migrated to electric cars and the gas tax goes away?”

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Rendering of Stella rooftop recreation area “Doing a building of this size poses a lot of interesting opportunities and challenges to be able to invest a lot in finishes and design and creative massing to allow wonderful views from public spaces and from apartments, so it’s something that we really enjoy doing,“ Katherine Kelman, senior director at L+M Development Partners, told the Business Journal. “Our founders are from New Rochelle. I think we’ve always wanted to develop in Westchester.” She said that L+M has done a fair amount of development in Newark, is now building in Connecticut and has done some development in New Orleans. “A lot of the people we’ve seen interested in our building ... may be a couple where one person works in the city and one person works in Westchester or they have a family connection in Westchester but they have to commute and this is a great location for them,” Kelman said. “What we’ve seen is interest from a diverse range of ages, professions, (and) locations so it’s really not a single demographic. We’ve really tried to design our apartments, our homes, in a way that they would appeal to people with different

lifestyles and different household compositions.” Wendling said that the type and quality of amenities offered in buildings have become increasingly important for successful marketing of a project, as has providing space for people who are working from home. “We’re trying to create opportunities where people can work from home comfortably and have different spaces to go, whether it’s indoor or outdoor, roof gardens, indoor spaces that can be private where you can shut a door,” Wendling said. “I think that’s only going to continue now over the next 10 or 20 years.” Kelman said that L+M is committed to affordable and mixed-income housing and hopes to be able to continue developing those categories in Westchester. “We have a phase two to this project that we’ll start developing hopefully in a year or so,” Kelman said. “We have a project at 25 Maple that’s under development in downtown New Rochelle now and should be ready in mid-2022, and we’re continuing to look for other sites because we really believe in the potential of Westchester.”

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| By Norman G. Grill

Year-end tax planning strategies for business owners BY NORMAN G. GRILL

number of end-of-year tax planning strategies are available to business owners to reduce their tax liability. Here’s a look at some of them:

Deferring income Businesses using the cash method of accounting can defer income into 2022 by delaying end-of-year invoices so that payment is not received until 2023. Businesses using the accrual method can defer income by postponing the delivery of goods or services until January 2022. Purchase new business equipment • Bonus d Businesses are allowed to immediately deduct 100% of the cost of eligible property such as machinery and equipment that is placed in service after Sept. 27, 2017 and before Jan. 1, 2023, after which it will be phased downward over a four-year period: 80% in 2023, 60% in 2024, 40% in 2025, and 20% in 2026. The first-year 100% bonus depreciation deduction is available for qualifying assets even if they are placed in service for only a few days in 2021. • Section 179 e Businesses should take advantage of Section 179 expensing this year whenever possible. In 2021, businesses can elect to expense (deduct immediately) the entire cost of most new equipment up to a maximum of $1.05 million of the first $2.62 million of property placed in service by Dec. 31, 2021. Keep in mind that the Section 179 deduction cannot exceed net taxable business income. The deduction is phased out dollar-for-dollar on amounts exceeding the $2.62 million threshold and eliminated above amounts exceeding $3.67 million. Computer or peripheral equipment placed in service after Dec. 31, 2017 are not included in listed property. Small-business health care tax credit Small business employers with 25 or fewer full-time-equivalent employees with average annual wages of $50,000 indexed for inflation (e.g., $56,000 in 2020) may qualify for a tax credit to help pay for employees' health insurance. The credit is 50% (35% for nonprofits). Repair regulations Where possible, end-of-year repairs and expenses should be deducted immediately rather than capitalized and depreciated. Small businesses lacking applicable financial statements (AFS) can take advantage of de minimis safe harbor by electing to deduct smaller purchases ($2,500 or less per purchase or invoice). Businesses with applicable financial statements can deduct $5,000. Small businesses with gross receipts of $10 million or less can also take advantage

of safe harbor for repairs, maintenance and improvements to eligible buildings. Retirement plans Self-employed individuals who have not yet done so should set up self-employed retirement plans before the end of 2021. Dividend planning Reduce accumulated corporate profits and earnings by issuing corporate dividends

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employees for up to 12 weeks of family and medical leave per taxable year. This column is for information only and is not advice. Taxes are complicated and mistakes can be costly. Consider consulting professionals regarding tax matters Norm Grill, CPA, is managing partner of Grill & Partners, LLC, certified public accountants and consultants to closely held companies and high-net-worth individuals, with offices in Fairfield and Darien, 203-254-3880.

Paid family and medical leave credit A business tax credit is available for employers providing paid family and medical leave to qualifying employees through 2025. Employers must have a written policy in place that meets certain requirements and other conditions. The credit, set to expire in 2020, was extended through 2025. It ranges from 12.5% to 25% of wages paid to qualifying

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Real Estate Expert, Leonard Steinberg Invites Westfair into His Home Shares Insight into Evolving Market BY ERIN REAL ereal@westfairinc.com

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f the pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that where we choose to live has a tremendous impact on our mental wellbeing. While many made massive alterations to their living arrangements during the pandemic, others doubled down on what home means to them via upgrades and additions to their domestic landscape. The pandemic also saw people changing their living arrangements out of necessity, often by moving back home or to other locales that provided more accessibility to loved ones. Whatever the case may be, a little bit of real-estate-escapism — whether in the form of scrolling on Instagram or favoriting on Zillow — proved to be something that clearly fed our souls deep down. Leonard Steinberg knows real estate in and around Westchester and Fairfield counties almost better than anyone. We sat down with the “chief evangelist” at Compass — a New York broker with over 20 years’ experience — to learn a bit more about what’s happening in the market, where real estate is heading and who the man behind the world of luxury real estate is behind his own four walls.

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New nonprofit First Steps to Heal supports Westchester's domestic violence survivors BY PHIL HALL Phall@westfairinc.com

aquetta Jenkins witnessed domestic violence against her mother during her childhood, and during the Covid19 pandemic’s lockdowns she became agitated over the concept of another generation of women being forced to shelter in place with abusive individuals. “I couldn't have imagined having to shelter in place the way I grew up,” she said. “So right there, I knew I wanted to do something to help — but I didn't really know what that looked like.” Jenkins was a real estate investor before connecting with the Westchester County Office of Economic Development's Launch1000 program during the pandemic. The result of that connection was First Steps to Heal, a new nonprofit that supports survivors of domestic abuse by providing emergency shelter through extended hotel stays. Jenkins said the mission of First Steps to Heal, which launched in February, is to provide “immediate assistance and emergency shelter to domestic violence survivors that have minor children and who live here in

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the county.” She opted for extended-stay hotel rooms rather than a traditional shelter facility because the lodging setting offered more safety and stability for women with children seeking a secure environment. “We currently have partnerships with four hotels, and I will reserve the names of those hotels just for our client safety,” she continued. “The goal is to partner with hotels with a three-star-and-up rating and to be able to get reduced rates. Our name is First Steps to Heal and we want those first steps to get someone out of a violent situation — but that step has to be towards healing.” The organization works with its hotel-ensconced clients to receive trauma-informed mental health counseling from the Westchester Medical Center and legal services assistance through Pace University’s Women's Justice Center. “If they need help finding employment, we help them to gain employment," she said, noting that the group works with the Westchester Putnam One-Stop. “And if they need childcare, we refer them to Westchester Childcare Council," she added. For transitional housing, "We refer them to Catholic Charities and they help them WCBJ

Jaquetta Jenkins. Contributed photo. with their first month's rent and security deposits,” Jenkins said. “But in the next two or three years, I hope to be providing affordable permanent housing for our clients transitioning out of the hotel space.” Jenkins admitted there is still a great deal of misunderstanding about domestic violence, pointing out that most people

focus on physical violence. “Domestic violence also includes psychological, sexual, emotional and financial,” she said, noting that the situation is not unique to a particular demographic. “There are over 12,000 domestic incidents yearly in Westchester County. We're ranked number two in domestic violence, second to New York City, and 11 of the prior 15 domestic violence homicides happened in five of the most affluent towns in Westchester County. "It knows no socioeconomic barriers," she expanded. "There's no rhyme or reason. It's all over in every town, in every county, in every state.” First Steps to Healing is being financed through individual donations and a grant, with Jenkins adding she was actively seeking corporate sponsorships. The nonprofit was recently gifted an office space in Mount Vernon for one year, which she described as “a blessing.” Looking forward, Jenkins defined her near-future goals of providing housing for 40 domestic violence survivors per year while expanding a volunteer network across the county. “I see forward progression,” she said.

Q&A with Brian Amkraut, new VP of Workforce Credentialing and Community Impact at Mercy College BY BRIDGET MCCUSKER bmccusker@westfairinc.com

arly this month, Mercy College in Dobbs Ferry announced the creation of a new Workforce Credentialing and Community Impact division, to be overseen by a vice president and general manager. Brian Amkraut will fill that role, heading efforts to prepare students to fill skills gaps in the current and future labor market through specific skills training and certificate programs. The Business Journals spoke to Amkraut to learn more about the first-time role and the experience and initiatives he will bring to it. This interview has been edited for length and clarity.

How does your previous experience connect to this position at Mercy? I have been working in higher education administration, specifically in the field of continuing education, for 15 years. Between 2012 and 2021, I served as executive director of the Siegal Lifelong Learning Program at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. We created that division as a start-up unit inside the university with the vision of finding multiple pathways to reach out and serve the needs of Northeast Ohio residents with learning opportunities for personal enrichment and professional development. My most recent activity focused specifically on the area of workforce credentialing through both new program development from inside the university as well as strategic partnerships with external entities based in the United States and abroad. Most importantly, my previous experience has heightened my confidence that continuous skills-based education throughout people’s lifetimes is the next great challenge and opportunity confronting colleges and universities. Why did Mercy choose now to create this position? Currently, jobs remain unfilled because employees lack the skills to fill them. Mercy is prepared to fill that gap by connecting with the workforce needs of Westchester County and the tri-state area. Research over the past year has shown that a majority of workers who have been displaced by the pandemic are looking for shorter-term skills preparation rather than degrees — and Mercy is prepared to help them. How have workforce problems in New York, the country and the world been evolving? The rapid pace of emerging technologies and increasing automation has both

put pressure on lower-skilled workers to retain their jobs and obtain new ones, and created more unfilled positions in higher-skilled positions. While conventional wisdom for many years had linked these gaps to degree completion, our digitally based economy and jobs that did not exist 10 years ago create opportunities for workers at all levels to obtain skill-based train-

ing and accompanying competency-based credentials to advance their careers and fill these jobs. Following that pathway of continuous learning positions those individuals for ongoing advancement, which supports the important societal objective of closing both income and wealth gaps in our communities.

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Brian Amkraut— wide range of subject matter as well as a major area of focus to give students the tools to think independently and contribute to society in its broadest sense. In its most traditional orientation, these curricula are driven by faculty and their own sensibilities regarding the educational needs of the well-rounded individual, along with the subject matter content faculty believed best represented the educational outlook of their particular institution. Of course, many institutions have long offered professionally oriented degrees, especially at the graduate level, in areas such as education, business, law and vari-

ous health care professions. A growing trend in recent years has been the number of schools creating or expanding continuing education programs that are more directly geared toward the educational needs of the adult population. One great example of this approach is Washington University’s Continuum College — whose founder, Vice Provost Rovy Brannon, helped bring the phrase “the 60-year curriculum” into vogue among continuing education leaders. The realities of today’s labor market demand truly dynamic, flexible and nimble educational operations to respond rapidly

to the workforce needs. Mercy’s division of Workforce Credentialing and Community Impact will offer programming constructed with an “outside-in” approach to program and curriculum development, as we will use the feedback from our employer stakeholders to then work with subject matter experts and develop courses and certificates to meet workforce demands.

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From your perspective, how has remote learning influenced higher education, especially when considering specific areas of training like those that your department deals with? Even before the pandemic, colleges and universities were showing signs of increasing experimentation with online and remote learning. Covid-19 accelerated the process, forcing faculty and students to rise to the challenge of engaging in meaningful educational experiences over distance. While not always perfectly executed, this rapid switch to remote proved to many skeptics on both sides that both student engagement and effective learning outcomes can be delivered over distance and time. What continuing education and workforce development leaders have long known is that the increase in convenience and accessibility offered by technologically supported educational solutions is a critical component of supporting the career-lifestudy balance needs of working adults. Will the programs your department works to put in place be aimed toward full-time students only? The primary constituency for programs offered through the Division of Workforce Credentialing and Community Impact is specifically that group that has been called nontraditional in higher education — even as it is the fastest-growing segment of the student population nationally. However, we do envision significant synergies between the curricula offered through our division and those more commonly serving our fulltime degree-seeking students. If you think about the workplace value of critical skills, whether that be digital literacy or so-called "soft skills" such as critical thinking and teamwork, they represent core competencies that we will bring to both working adults and more conventionally aged students. What specific workforce needs will you be addressing most immediately? What are the holes that you think need to be filled in the state and in the tristate area? We anticipate our first forays to focus on critical areas of health care, sustainability and broader digital expertise, with a focus on cybersecurity. One of the key points of emphasis for our division is to create pathways for ongoing, true lifelong learning. So we hope that learners who take advantage of the workforce credentials we are offering will also consider continuing their studies with Mercy, whether in degree programs or ongoing noncredit opportunities.

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Feiner sees bundt cake store as frosting for Greenburgh's retail BY PETER KATZ Pkatz@westfairinc.com

he opening of a bakery in Hartsdale that specializes in bundt cakes along with other dessert items and gift merchandise is being welcomed by Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner as an example of the types of small businesses that are needed right now to fill vacant storefronts and keep Greenburgh’s retail economy healthy. Feiner was among those attending a Nov. 4 ribbon cutting to formally open Nothing Bundt Cakes at 303 N. Central Ave. The franchise is part of a national chain that has more than 410 outlets in the U.S. and Canada, six of which are in New York state. Twin sisters Florentina and Andreea Enica, the local store’s owners, are natives of Romania. Both had embarked on careers in tennis: Andreea came to the U.S. to go to college on a tennis scholarship while Florentina pursued her studies in France. “After college I just decided to get together with my twin and the U.S. has so many opportunities,” Florentina told the Business Journal. “This business here brought us together.” Andreea said that she sees what’s been

happening to them as the American dream. “We came to the States not speaking much English,” Andreea said. “I had the opportunity to come and play tennis and I was offered the scholarship so that was a door opening for me. From there, opportunities came our way, We worked hard and here we are today making this dream together.” Andreea said that Westchester reminds her very much of Romania. “I lived in Texas for a few years but, as you know, Texas does not have the four seasons so being back in this area, just the seasons themselves, reminds me of home,” Andreea said. “We’ve been welcomed. We want to bring the joy to people but it really feels like people are bringing the joy to us.” Andreea explained that they are using the tagline “Bring the Joy” to help sell the cakes. ”Our cakes are delicious, so every time somebody takes a bite of our cake we just hear every single time ‘Wow,’ so it’s bringing them joy and them bringing us joy,” Andreea said. Florentina said that they are investigating the possibility of opening additional Nothing Bundt Cakes locations. The franchisor, which was founded in 1997, is based in Dallas. Feiner said that having local retailers who are enthusiastic about their businesses and determined to be successful creates momen-

Nothing Bundt Cakes store owners Florentina and Andreea Enica. Photo by Peter Katz. tum that may help attract new businesses to fill the vacant storefronts that exist in Greenburgh. “With e-commerce, it’s tough for many small businesses to survive, so if we get the right mix of new businesses then I think it generates momentum,” Feiner told the Business Journal. “If this is successful, other people who are looking at choosing locations in Greenburgh will say, 'Let’s give Hartsdale, let’s give Greenburgh a chance,’ and I think that’s one of the biggest assets. "People go with business districts that are winners," he continued, "so if this is a winner and somebody’s reluctant, they’re not sure if they want to open a business here, maybe they’ll decide to choose Greenburgh.” Feiner said that communities need to

create business-friendly environments. “I think the most important thing we can do is to have an environment where businesses feel they can count on the town to be a friend, not an enemy,” Feiner said. “We want to work with them, we want to encourage them to open up here. We want to help promote their stores. If they have a problem, I want business owners to feel they have direct access to me.” Feiner, who was just elected to his 16th term as Greenburgh town supervisor, said Nothing Bundt Cakes is exactly the type of business the town wants to attract. “It’s difficult for many small businesses right now. If we get the right mixture I think we can have a really fantastic Central Avenue,” Feiner said.

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UPCOMING EVENTS Driving Westchester Forward Annual Fall Leadership Event November 30 | 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Westchester Marriott Hotel, Tarrytown, NY Members: $250.00 | Non-Members: $300.00 An evening honoring the achievements of people, businesses and non-profits positively impacting our community.

WCA UPDATE Westchester County Association Launches Y-Zone, A Community Broadband Pilot In Yonkers, As Part Of Project Overcome

- Seated Program featuring remarks by The Honorable George Latimer, Michael N. Romita, Dee DelBello, and Bill Mooney

This past month, the Westchester County Association in partnership with the City of Yonkers, STEM Alliance, Yonkers Partners in Education (YPIE), Fordham University, and Westhab launched the much-anticipated Yonkers Zone (Y-Zone). By utilizing Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) spectrum, the innovative digital opportunity zone provides free internet access to approximately 250 to 400 need-based households in downtown Yonkers. The Y-Zone’s approach to creating digital access for education, telehealth and employment resources includes providing internet connectivity, digital skills training, tech support, and a research-based evaluation of the community’s needs.This project is made possible through support from US Ignite, the National Science Foundation (NSF), and Schmidt Futures.

- Special remarks by incoming WCA Chair of the Board, Susan Fox, President & CEO, White Plains Hospital

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WCA On-Demand Video Library: View all of WCA’s virtual events at youtube.com/TheWCAssociation Video highlights include: • The future of telehealth in a post-pandemic world • Economic models for improved housing affordability •The mega shifts and trends in our region’s talent ecosystem

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PRES IDEN T’S MES SA G E —Michael N. Romita

In September, the New York State Comptroller’s office published a report concluding that broadband access in the mid-Hudson region is underserved. This report follows Westchester County’s own strategic assessment circulated late last year that the digital divide is a key hurdle in economic development. Unsurprisingly, U.S. census track data confirms that the widest gaps in access and affordability are clustered in our impoverished or minority neighborhoods and dense urban cores – places like Mount Vernon, New Rochelle, Peekskill, and Yonkers. The Westchester County Association believes that broadband and next-generation connectivity is a key to smart growth. The more households can participate in the economy, the more attractive our region becomes to businesses and workers. Now the WCA is leading by example. Collaborating with our community partners in business, government, nonprofit, and higher education, we have launched a digital opportunity zone called the “Y-Zone” to provide free internet access to hundreds of households in downtown Yonkers – the first of which are signing up right now. It is more than a simple subsidy. We are pairing technology with grassroots implementation to achieve broad community benefits. First, we bring the technology to the neighborhood. Then, we conduct community outreach to connect households for no cost service.

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Then, we advance digital fluency by giving them a device, training them, and providing continuing tech support. Finally, we research and evaluate our efforts so that the program can be scaled and replicated in other communities. All made possible through funding from U.S. Ignite and Schmidt Futures as part of a National Science Foundation grant. The WCA’s Y-Zone is the only regional study seeking to identify the basic barriers to broadband service in underserved communities in a real world and real time setting. It is a roadmap to the possible and it illustrates the power of WCA’s collaborative model for economic growth.

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HUDSON VALLEY 207-acre campus rebranded to attract businesses, more movie and TV production BY PETER KATZ Pkatz@westfairinc.com

207-acre industrial property with 25 buildings on it at 401 N. Middlebrook Road in Pearl River is in the process of being rebranded and repositioned while also being upgraded to become a regular site for movie and television production. Originally a 240-acre property owned by Wyeth Pharmaceuticals, the pharmaceutical giant Pfizer became the landowner in 2009 when it acquired Wyeth. In 2015, Pfizer sold the 207 acres and 25 buildings it wasn’t going to continue using to Industrial Realty Group LLC (IRG), which is headquartered in Los Angeles. Pfizer continues to own 33 acres and occupies about 850,000 square feet of building space at the Pearl River campus. IRG has a portfolio of more 100 million square feet of rentable space across more than 150 properties in 28 states that it handles through affiliated partnerships and limited liability companies. It has renamed the Pearl River property as Hudson Valley iCampus and brought in real estate veteran Jamie Schwartz as the president of the site. Before joining IRG, Schwartz served for 18 years as executive vice president of GHP Office Realty LLC in White Plains. He also is well known in Westchester real estate circles from the time he spent with Robert Martin Company. Schwartz told the Business Journal that the campus rebranding is designed in part to attract additional tenants in the pharmaceutical industry and related life sciences researchers. Current tenants include such names as Sanofi US Services Inc., Auro Vaccines LLC, RK Pharma Inc., and Iris Biogen Corp. In examining additional options for using undeveloped portions of the site along with the existing buildings, the spotlight swung to film and television. A number of films and TV series have been shot on the property, including the Spike Lee film “BlacKkKlansman” and TV shows “Law & Order: SVU,” “Orange Is the New Black,” “Manifest,” and “FBI: Most Wanted.” “I’m actually very interested in doing a soundstage here," Schwartz said. "There is a flourishing business here right now and the actress Sissy Spacek is on the campus today, I heard. There’s a show called ‘Three Women’ being filmed here today. “This location has been recognized," he added. "It’s within the tax-break 30-mile radius of New York City.” Schwartz said that he wants to position the property as a regular site for film and

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Part of the Hudson Valley iCampus. TV production, rather than just being used occasionally as a remote location. "Besides just having a real permanent soundstage, which could be two stages in smaller buildings, there are streets here that look like streets anywhere," he said. "They filmed a car chase scene here about month ago. I think it’s a really great opportunity. This is a self-contained campus so you’re not shutting down streets,” Schwartz continued. “It could be a burgeoning opportunity.” Schwartz said that he sees an ongoing demand for flex space, warehouse and distribution facilities. “There’s not a lot of warehouse space available here right now but there is a very large building that does have 14-foot clear spans that used to be a drug manufacturing building," he noted. "It’s got 35 loading docks so we are marking that for some type of warehouse storage. There are development opportunities here. There are parcels that could hold up to 180,000-square-foot warehouse-use buildings.” Schwartz did not see mixed-use expansion, which would involve commercial and residential uses side by side, in the near future. “I think my appetite to do a residential development is low right now.” He said that one feature of the campus that is attractive to the pharmaceutical industry and laboratory users is a central utility plant that is rated to generate 23 megawatts of electricity. He added that the WCBJ

Jamie Schwartz. Photo by Randi Childs Photography. property will be looking at adding solar-generating capability. “I do see this campus becoming the pride of Pearl River," he said. "I’ve been working with the local governments and we’re all aligned to try to make this a very successful project for all the stakeholders involved — including the ownership, the tenants, the governments — (and) bring-

ing more employees here to possibly buy homes, to create more ratables for the different towns, and also more patronage for the local merchants. “A mile down the road is Nanuet (and) the Nanuet mall," Schwartz said. "There’s a bunch of shopping and hotels and downtown Pearl River is a great place. We just have to let people know it’s here.”

HUDSON VALLEY Stony Point voters keeps golf course in municipal hands BY KATHY ROBERTS

t’s back to the drawing board for the town of Stony Point after a referendum to sell its municipal golf course to a private investment group failed on Election Day. It’s a drama that’s been playing out for nearly four years since longtime Stony Point resident Raja Amar, CEO of T-Mobile Portables Unlimited in Nanuet, approached the town in 2017 to discuss the possible purchase of its Grille Room, the catering facility in Stony Point-owned Patriot Hills Golf Course. That encounter opened the door to further negotiations with Amar that included possibly purchasing the golf course and its clubhouse along with the catering facility. As the process moved along, 26 acres abandoned by New York state in the mid1990s were put in the mix. By 2019, Stony Point and Patriot Hills LLC had negotiated a Memorandum of Understanding outlining the terms of the potential sale. The MOU gave Amar and his two PHLLC partners, Brian Hayman and Laurence Melchionda, three months for the partners’ due diligence on renovating the aging 18-hole course and its clubhouse; renovating and completing needed construction on The Grille Room; building a new $3.5 million senior/community center for the town to replace the RHO building; and leasing back Kirkbride Hall to the municipality for $1 a year for sports and community events. The last — but certainly not least — item included in the MOU was the removal and remediation of what’s left of shuttered Letchworth Village, an Industrial Age evangelical vision to house the mentally disabled that eventually ended up being branded as “another Willowbrook.” Once a major employer in north Rockland County, the brick-and-mortar buildings that remain on Letchworth Village’s 26 forlorn acres with its underground maze of asbestos-laden tunnels are a favorite of teens during Halloween. In exchange for one dollar, that property would be reclaimed and remediated for the rateables that Stony Point projects need to keep taxes down and keep the next generation in place. After several delays due to the Covid-19 pandemic, town officials and Patriot Hills entered into a contract in April 2020 with much fanfare. That contract led opponents of the sale to create Stony Point United, whose members believed the $6.4 million price tag too low — despite the additional $15 million Amir and his partners had pledged to invest in remediation and upgrades to the property that would finally see commer-

Kirkbride Hall Stony Point. cial rateables heading its way. Stony Point United also stoked fear that Patriot Hills would “flip” the property to a high-density housing developer. The federal Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA) has made it that much easier for religious groups to purchase large tracts of land for members only. That possibility has put all of the Hudson Valley’s suburbia on edge, particularly since some high-profile religious entities — including the Hasidic Jews and the Jehovah’s Witnesses — have discovered that selling property in the boroughs offers the opportunity to buy much more land outside city limits but remain within driving distance of the Big Apple or Albany. RLUIPA has also seen many properties taken off the tax rolls as “houses of gathering/worship” that have small villages and towns scrambling to strengthen their building and zoning codes. Stony Point United decried the sale, insisting the golf course property would end up a “mini-city” if the deal with Patriot

Hills went through. After the group gathered enough signatures to force a referendum on the sale, town Supervisor Jim Monaghan asked that the vote be held on Election Day to save taxpayer funds and to attract the widest number of participants. Amir met with residents at The Grille Room once more to answer every question they had regarding the deal. On a Zoom meeting with members of the Rockland Business Association prior to Election Day, Amir said he felt he’d been on a rollercoaster with his neighbors over the upcoming vote. “I could have walked away,” said Amir of the town’s proposal to buy the golf course, “but I enjoy coming to work. My passion is to build and I believe we can make a big change in Stony Point where we need a big change. I answered all the questions. If the opponents can guarantee they will bring rateables to this town, I will walk away.” Amir has walked away. When the polls closed on Nov. 6, voters had turned the FCBJ

sale of the golf course down by 118 votes (2,265 to 2,217). Monaghan was re-elected, easily defeating his opponent, Stony Point United’s Mike Diederich. Monaghan saw the sale as the type of investment the town needed to bring in rateables and put a dent in high property taxes, saying others — including Merlin Entertainment and Great Wolf Lodge — had passed on North Rockland and taken their business elsewhere. “Now Raja Amar is gone,” he said, “and the people have spoken.” Monaghan said he plans to form a group of business owners and private citizens to determine how to proceed with bringing the golf course and its facilities up to par. What’s left of Letchworth Village will remain “as is” for the foreseeable future. As for the division among voters, most hope both sides can come to some equitable agreement on how to best move forward with what has the potential to be either a gold mine or a white elephant.

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Covid relief concert raises funds for historic Nyack building

John Green’s 200-year-old Dutch sandstone home currently under the process of restoration. Photo by Kathy Roberts.

Bands played throughout the afternoon for a good cause. Photo by Kathy Roberts.

former sloop captain who called Nyack home and built a Dutch sandstone house on the banks of the Hudson in 1819 is having his history preserved, thanks to Save The John

ing. On Saturday Nov. 6, the nonprofit’s Greater Nyack Covid-Fatigue Music Festival helped raise awareness — and more than $700 — for the efforts being made to restore the unique building at

Green House. The deed to the structure was given to the nonprofit group in 2015, and they’ve labored on the property ever since to restore it to its former glory, relying on donations and grant fund-

Honoring veterans tin New Windsor

the foot of Main Street. Green was a New York City business owner who ended up in Rockland County as an indentured servant and eventually worked his way back up the ladder of success.

Paint ‘n Sip event benefits new Nanuet nonprofit

Julene Finley and the event participants at Nanuet & Beyond’s Paint n’ Sip benefit. Photo courtesy of Nanuet & Beyond.

Sculpture of a wounded soldier being carried to safety in the main corridor of the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor in New Windsor. Photo by Kathy Roberts.

he National Purple Heart Hall of Honor recognized members of the Armed Forces who were killed or wounded in service to their country in a wreath-laying ceremony on the grounds outside the historic site on Thursday, Nov. 11.

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Dedicated by former Gov. George Pataki in November 2006, the Hall of Honor in the town of New Windsor is open to the public six days a week at no charge. For times of operation and special events, visit thepurpleheart.com.

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rtist Julene Finley, owner of Color Me Mine in West Nyack, gave budding artists some pointers at a “Paint ‘n Sip” event to benefit Nanuet & Beyond. Hosted at the Palisades Mall on Nov. 6, the event drew 35 budding artists. The new nonprofit organization has administrative support from the Greater Nanuet Chamber of Commerce. It works with the county’s school districts, private schools, businesses

and other community organizations to provide programming that include scholarships for students pursuing higher education, supporting crisis-related local nonprofits, youth education programs and support for student travel and community projects. With the goal of enhancing the quality of life for residents of Nanuet and the surrounding communities, it appears Nanuet & Beyond is off to a solid start.

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505 Gramatan Ave., Mount Vernon. Photo from Google Maps.

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Eight-story senior living building proposed for Mount Vernon

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ammy Properties Inc. owner Marwan A. Abdullah, who also owns 505 Gramatan Ave. in Mount Vernon, has proposed demolishing the single-story building on the property that houses the Fleetwood Pharmacy and constructing an eight-story apartment build-

ing for seniors. The building would have 56 dwelling units along with a 2,123-square-foot retail space on the ground floor. It appears from the documents on file with Mount Vernon that the retail space would be the new home for the Fleetwood Pharmacy. In addition, there would be a 2,293-square-foot restaurant with a drive-through window incorpo-

rated into the building. The Mount Vernon Planning Board has been reviewing the proposal, which had been referred to it by the City Council. At a special meeting on Oct. 20, the board voted unanimously to prepare a resolution or letter advising the city council that the board supports the project in general but has questions about whether the on-site parking proposed by FCBJ

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Coping with the holidays BY MARY K. SPENGLER

he holidays can be a difficult time for people who have experienced the death of someone loved. Memories of good times at the holiday season can remind us of our loss. Watching others who are celebrating when we feel overwhelmed and lonely can be painful. Holidays force us to realize how much our lives have changed since our loss. Many bereaved are more comfortable developing new holiday rituals or adapting family traditions. According to Kim Gordan, LMHCCT, Bereavement Coordinator Hospice

of Westchester, “The first step in coping with grief at the holidays is to acknowledge that the first holiday season is difficult and then to prepare for it in advance by making specific plans that include your loved one’s memory. Oftentimes, the anticipation of a holiday can be more difficult than the day itself. Planning ahead will help you to manage your emotions.” Some Tips for Coping with Grief at the Holidays Set realistic expectations for yourself. Decide if you want to handle the same responsibilities you’ve had in the

past. Say “yes” when others offer to cook, shop, decorate, etc. Consider shopping by internet or phone this year. Give yourself permission to do less. Surround yourself with people who love and support you. Share your plans with family and friends and let them know of any intended changes in the holiday routine. Try to avoid “canceling” the holiday despite the temptation. It is fine to avoid some circumstances that you don’t feel ready to handle, but don't isolate yourself. Allow yourself some time for solitude, remembering and grieving, but balance it with planned activities and

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distractions from your grief. Allow yourself to feel joy, sadness, anger — allow yourself to grieve. It is important to recognize that every family member has his/her own unique grief experience and may have different needs related to celebrating the holidays. No one way is right or wrong. Experiencing joy and laughter does not mean you have forgotten your loved one. Draw comfort from helping others. Consider giving a donation in memory of your loved one. Invite a guest who might otherwise be alone for the holidays. Take care of yourself. Avoid using alcohol to self-medicate. Physical exercise is often an antidote for depression. Stay in touch with close friends and family. Buy yourself something frivolous that you always wanted but never allowed yourself to indulge in. Create a new tradition or ritual that accommodates your current situation. Some people find comfort in the old traditions, while others find them unbearably painful. Discuss with your family the activities you want to include or exclude this year. Examples of Rituals for the Holidays Create a memory box. You could fill it with photos of your loved one or written memory notes from family members and friends. Light a candle to honor your loved one. Put a bouquet of your loved one’s favorite flowers on your holiday table. Visit the cemetery and decorate the memorial site with holiday decorations. Have a moment of silence during a holiday toast to honor your loved one. Place a commemorative ornament or picture on the Christmas tree or next to the Menorah. Play your loved one’s favorite music or favorite game. Plan a meal with your loved ones’ favorite foods. The most important thing to remember is there is no right or wrong way to celebrate the holiday season after the death of a loved one, and that the best way to cope with that first holiday season is to plan ahead and get support from others. Mary K. Spengler, MS is CEO of Hospice of Westchester in White Plains, which has provided comprehensive endof-life care to Westchester County residents with any life-limiting illness for over 30 years. For additional information, visit hospiceofwestchester.org or call 914-682-1484.

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fewer parking spaces per unit, as would be the case for an affordable housing development. The developer offered to designate 10% of the units as affordable housing and suggested that move could allow the entire project to be treated as affordable for purposes of calculating required parking. Some board members expressed skepticism about the suggestion. The property is a corner parcel at the intersection of Gramatan Avenue and East Cedar Street. It is 18,785 square feet in size. There are multifamily residential buildings to the south of the site and a predominantly commercial and retail area to the north. The developer is proposing the inclusion of 53 off-street parking spaces on two levels. There would be access driveways on both Gramatan Avenue and East Cedar Street. According to a report prepared for the city by the firm Cleary Consulting, the proposal has a deficiency of about 90 parking spaces. The developer is asking that the city apply its Senior Citizen Housing Floating Overlay Zone to the site, as it is in a location where the overlay zone can be utilized. Other required waivers include one for exceeding the permitted maximum building coverage of 50% and another for there being 99% impervious surface in the proposed layout instead of the 80% maximum. Amenities for the proposed building include a pool, spa, gym, walking track, community room and terrace area. The exterior would incorporate anodized gold trim and gold leaf, gold-color granite at the lower level, white travertine marble and glass panels. Attorney Jack Addesso previously told the city’s planning board that numerous senior citizens already live in the area. “It’s been a long time coming, since it’s an area of the city where we have a lot of seniors,” Addesso said. He said that the project meets many — but not all — of the senior citizen overlay zone requirements, and that the developer believes that the parking provided is adequate in view of the site’s proximity to a Metro-North train station and the Fleetwood municipal garage. “Being in the area where it’s located, near mass transit, you actually need much less parking,” Addesso said. Architect Ralph Tedesco of Tedesco Design Studio Architects said the building would have five studio apartments, 35 one-bedroom units and 16 two-bedroom units. Tedesco described the size of the units as “very generous.” He said there would be five tanks installed to help control stormwater runoff along with an oil separator system for cleaner discharge.

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FORBES BEST IN CT For the third year in a row, Big Y has been recognized as a Forbes “Best-In-State Employer” for 2021. This recognition is based upon an independent survey of employees who anonymously recommend their employers for the award. Employers such as Big Y have no knowledge of which employees are polled nor do they have the ability to influence the results in any way. According to Forbes, employees are asked to rate their willingness to recommend their own employers to friends and family. Employees are also asked to give their opinions on a series of statements surrounding work-related topics such as working conditions, salary, potential for development and company image regarding their current employer. Big Y’s award spans 25 different industries. Big Y has also been named as Forbes Best in State for Diversity, Forbes Best Employers for Women and Forbes America’s Best Large Employers. Big Y President and CEO Charles L. D’Amour said, “Our employees are the heart and soul of our company and being honored by them in this way is truly humbling. As always, we are grateful to every one of our 12,000 fellow employees for their caring, dedication and service to our customers and our communities. These last few years have been challenging for everyone. We are proud of our employees’ resilience, courage and efforts to see that our customers’ needs are met with the highest quality and service. We hope to continue to do our best to provide a safe, engaging and welcoming workplace that encourages personal development and provides good jobs and opportunities for all. “ Big Y Foods Inc. is one of the largest independently owned supermarket chains in New England operating 85 locations throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut, including 72 supermarkets, Fresh Acres Market, Table & Vine Fine Wines and Liquors and 12 Big Y Express gas and convenience locations Founded in 1936 by brothers Paul and Gerald D’Amour, the store was named after an intersection in Chicopee, Massachusetts, where two roads converge to form a “Y.”

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Sterling Park Resident Abigail Gerdts, an art historian by profession, remains active and engaged in her community by exploring a treasure trove of artworks at The Osborn in Rye where she is recording the senior living community’s collection. Opened in 1908 to residents, The Osborn, a private, nonprofit continuum of care community is exceptional in its art and architectural legacy as well as its 56-acre campus. The grounds feature an arboretum with expansive opportunities for plein-air painters to capture the beauty of nature. “Art and culture along with nature are integral aspects of the lifestyle that we offer,” said The Osborn’s President and CEO Matthew G. Anderson. The community’s founder, Miriam Osborn, left a generous portion of her estate to ensure ongoing support and care for seniors. After her death, friend and attorney John Sterling, along with architect Bruce Price, designed and built the impressive neo-Georgian structure that still stands today. One of the noteworthy paintings in the collection is a portrait of Mrs. Osborn that graces the sweep of a majestic staircase. According to Gerdts, “The nature of the art in The Osborn admirably suits the different buildings. At the collection’s core are paintings and sculpture tracing back to Mrs. Osborn, Sterling and their circle, which bring a sense of great homes of the late 19th century into The Osborn’s founding buildings. As residency buildings have been added, the collection has kept pace

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with acquisitions focused on artists from the immediate area, Westchester County and southern Connecticut. This modern expansion includes the graphic arts and fine examples of photography, as well as paintings and sculpture.” According to Sterling Park resident Sandy Motland, who partners with Gerdts on this project, “Abigail Gerdts came to The Osborn with a wealth of knowledge and experience in art history. She immediately set about

bringing order to the Osborn collection. All this work has made the art more available to the rest of us and her writing about specific pieces in the monthly newsletter enriches our understanding and enjoyment.” Gerdts and her late husband, also an historian of American art, had access to a series of films on great European art and artists, which they gave to The Osborn for showing over its closed-circuit television channel.

REALTY FIRM EXPANDS ERA Insite Realty in White Plains recently welcomed two agents for its sales and rental teams — Teresa “Terry” Badagliacca, Pleasantville office and Deezyr Torrado, White Plains office. Badagliacca has been a licensed real estate salesperson since 2015. She holds a Commercial & Investment Real Estate Certificate and is working toward earning her Home Staging certification. She studied architecture and holds a bachelor’s degree in facilities management from the Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston. Previously, she worked at her dad’s engineering firm, Petrucelli Engineering in Valhalla. A Mount Pleasant resident, she is involved locally as a Girl Scout troop leader and in local election campaigns. Before joining ERA’s sales and rental team, Torrado worked in the food service and nutrition industry acquiring skills in business planning, personal consultation techniques and communication. She is a FCBJ

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native of the Bronx and Yonkers. Lou Budetti, ERA Insite’s founder and principal broker, said “…We are always looking to expand our agent roster. Terry has great connections in the Mount Pleasant market, while Deezyr is helping to serve our extensive list of tenants and landlords, as well as our bi-lingual clients.”

ERA Insite Realty Services, part of the ERA global network and the region’s No. 1 ERA company, has been serving the Westchester market for more than 35 years out of the same headquarters location at 600 N. Broadway in White Plains. In addition to offices in Bronxville, Pleasantville and Yonkers, it has an office in Bethel, Connecticut.

Mercy College in Dobbs Ferry recently announced that Brian Amkraut, Ph.D. has accepted the vice president and general manager position for workforce credentialing and community impact. He previously served as executive director of the Laura and Alvin Siegal Lifelong Learning Program at Case Western Reserve University. In this role, Amkraut will oversee a new division of Workforce Credentialing and Community Impact created to meet the expanding need to effectively prepare students of all ages to fill the skills’ gaps in the labor markets of today and the unknown jobs of tomorrow. This division will be focused on shorter-term certificates for those seeking preparation in very specific workforce needs, whether they be hard skills like cybersecurity, health care, software coding or soft skills like executive leadership or conflict resolution. Tim Hall, Mercy College president, said “Currently, in Westchester, jobs are sitting open because employees lack the skills to fill them. Mercy is prepared to fill that gap by connecting with the workforce needs of Westchester County and the tri-state area. Prior to his role at Case Western Reserve, Amkraut served as provost and professor of Judaic studies and director of distance learning and director of assessment of student learning at Siegal College. He earned his Ph.D. from New York University. “I firmly believe that meeting the lifelong learning needs of workers throughout their careers is both the greatest challenge and the most exciting opportunity that higher education has confronted in decades…,” said Amkraut.

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Dr. Sherri Sandel,

NWH MEDICAL DIRECTOR Sherri Sandel, DO, FACP, has been named medical director for Northern Westchester Hospital(NWH) in Mount Kisco. Additionally, she holds the position of assistant professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine Hofstra/Northwell. She succeeds Dr. Marla Koroly, who transitions into a new leadership role as associate ambulatory physician executive for Northwell’s Westchester and Connecticut region. “Dr. Sandel’s academic experience and private practice insights, along with her strong working knowledge of Northern Westchester Hospital and our culture will be invaluable as she leads physician talent and works collaboratively with our medical staff, nursing, hospital leadership and all other disciplines to help assure the delivery of high-quality, effective, efficient and personcentered care,” said Derek Anderson, executive director. Prior to joining NWH in 2018, Sandel held several roles at Lenox Hill Hospital. Sandel, who has extensive clinical research background, was recognized by Northwell Health with innovation awards in patient experience for two large scale programs: “Goodnight Rounds” and “Let’s Connect.” She received teaching awards from Lenox Hill and Northwell Health. Her Bachelor of Science degree in biology and Spanish was earned at Muhlenberg College and her Doctor of Osteopathy from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Sandel completed her internal medicine residency and received HIV Fellowship Certification and served as chief medical resident at Lenox Hill Hospital. Northern Westchester Hospital is a member of Northwell Health with more than 700 physicians, state-of-the-art technology and professional staff of caregivers. Northwell Health is New York state’s largest health care provider and private employer, with 23 hospitals, 830 outpatient facilities and more than 16,600 affiliated physicians. Information for these features has been submitted by the subjects or their delegates.

Tracing its roots back to watchmen who roamed Greenwich Avenue at night, making sure doors were locked and there were no fires, the Greenwich Police celebrated its 125th anniversary as a department Saturday, Oct. 16, at the Riverside Yacht Club in Greenwich. More than 150 guests, including the town of Greenwich Board of Selectmen, state and federal elected officials, Greenwich Police command staff and members of the public, attended. Also, several multigenerational police families were present. The celebration included a 125th anniversary video produced by Greenwich native Kendra Farn Finz and her husband Noah Finz of P. Garyn Productions. Proceeds from the evening will go to the Greenwich Police Department Scholarship Fund, which awards scholarships to the students of police officers who qualify by ability and character. State representatives Kimberly Fiorello, Harry Arora and state Sen. Ryan Fazio presented Chief of Police Jim Heavey with a state proclamation recognizing the anniversary. Heavey thanked the supporters and said,”… Our success in maintaining a safe and orderly town would never have been possible without our community standing

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behind us.” He called the past year “an important remembrance of many years of faithful service, but it has helped us strengthen our foundation, which provides scholarships to family members of our officers.” Heavey also recognized the officers in attendance who had received the scholarships. In 1896, “Watchmen” were appointed after residents realized the need for more

efficient police protection in town. They were tasked with watching the stores along Greenwich Avenue at night. The Greenwich Police Department was officially formed in 1906. Some 11 years later, on June 1, 1918, Joseph J. Cornelius was sworn in as the first full-time Greenwich police officer. The department received its first patrol car in 1922, and the first police station opened in 1939.

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The recent hiring of Jessica Espinoza has expanded the insurance, litigation and dispute resolution practices of FLB Law in Westport. Stephen P. Fogerty, managing partner, said “Jessica brings to the firm a sophisticated, legal skillset she started honing in law school as well as a sincere commitment to volunteerism, a tenet that is embedded in our firm culture through our Accelerate program.” Espinoza’s experience includes handling general liability cases by supporting lead counsel in a variety of ways, such as interviewing clients to determine the issues for litigation as well as drafting pleadings, motions and discovery requests and responses. Fluent in Spanish, she often serves as a translator/interpreter. A member of the Hispanic National Bar Association, Connecticut Hispanic Bar Association and the Connecticut Defense Lawyers Association. Espinoza earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Connecticut and her Juris Doctorate from the university’s School of Law, where she was executive editor of the "Connecticut Public Interest Law Journal” and president of the Latinx Law Student’s Association.

CONNECT WITH westfair communications Orchestra 914 in Pleasantville, New York, will open its 2021/22 Concert Season with two performances. The debut concert “Death & Transfiguration” with new music director Russell Ger is scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 21 at 3 p.m. at the Paramount Hudson Valley, 1008 Brown St., Peekskill, New York. Orchestra 914 strings will perform two transcendent works: Schubert’s “Death and the Maiden” and Schoenberg’s “Transfigured Night,” in collaboration with a powerful reading by local performing artist Frank Shiner. The Holiday Concert on Thursday,

Dec. 2 at 7 p.m., also at the Paramount Hudson Valley will feature Orchestra 914 performing holiday favorites, including “The First Noel” and “Winter Wonderland,” traditional classics from Bach and Handel, a Hanukkah medley and a festive sing along. Amy Harter, "co-executive director of Orchestra 914, said Experiencing heartwarming music enhances the magic of the holidays.” Formerly The Chappaqua Orchestra, Orchestra 914 seeks to expand the classical music experience for diverse audiences in the Hudson Valley through

creative, educational and community programming. In 1958, Boris Koutzen created The Chappaqua Orchestra (TCO) in an effort to bring high-quality classical music to northern Westchester. Over the years, TCO has had many incarnations, from a mix of professions and amateurs, to what is now a fully professional orchestra. Tickets and information for the Nov. 21 concert are available at orchestra914. org and on the Paramount Hudson Valley website. All guests must provide proof of vaccination and are required to wear masks in the theatre. FCBJ

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Good Things NAMED BEST LAW FIRM FOR 12TH YEAR “U.S. News – Best Lawyers®” has included Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano LLP of Somers and White Plains in its 2022 “Best Law Firms” in the fields of Elder Law and Trusts & Estates for the New York metropolitan region for the 12th consecutive year. Concentrating its practice on elder law planning, asset protection planning, wills, trusts and estates, Medicaid applications (home care and nursing home), guardianships and special needs planning, the firm has had consistent performance ratings by clients and peers. The

rankings showcase more than 13,000 law firms in 120 practice areas. The U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes the collection of client and lawyer evaluations, peer review from leading attorneys in their field and review of additional information provided by law firms as part of the formal submission process. To be eligible for a ranking, a law firm must have at least one lawyer listed in the 22nd Edition of The Best Lawyers in America© list for that particular location and specialty.

EXPANDING ACCESS TO VITAL LEGAL EDUCATION The Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University in White Plains has launched its first fully virtual program in health law and policy to meet the increasing demand for legal education in the health care sector, spurred by industry growth and by an ever-evolving legal, regulatory and financial environment for health care professionals. “As health care booms in the state and in the region, legal and health care professionals need to have a strong understanding of the legal, regulatory and economic context in which they and their clients operate….said Horace E. Anderson Jr., dean and professor of law at the school. Regardless of any prior legal background, students can enroll in the program on a part-time basis and have the option to finish in just one year, benefiting from flexible online schedules. Jessica Bacher, director of the health law and policy program, said

“Our faculty are expert practitioners and researchers with decades of experience as leaders in New York health care organizations. Students will benefit from small-group instruction delivered by professors who are at the intersection of rapid changes in the field and can help them put this knowledge to immediate use in their professions.” The program will accept lawyers, as well as nonlawyers, such as insurance, risk management and compliance professionals, hospital administrators, clinicians and leaders in a broad range of allied fields, including nonprofits and government agencies who are seeking legal literacy. Haub Law is currently accepting applications for both its in-person and online Advanced Certificates in Health Law and Policy for the fall 2022 semester. For more, visit: https://law.pace.edu/advanced-certificate-health-law-policy.

INVESTMENT FIRM ADDS ANALYST Matthew Book has joined Carter Morse & Goodrich (CMG) as an analyst focusing on industry research, financial modeling and transaction execution for the firm’s family-held and founder-led clients. Michael Carter, managing partner at Carter Morse & Goodrich, said “Having spent the past several months with the firm as an intern, we are excited about formally recognizing Matt as a key member of the CMG team. In just a few short months, he has already integrated nicely into our team and will be a meaningful part of our continued growth.” A native of St. Louis, Missouri, Book graduated from Fairfield University with a double major in finance and economics and attended the London

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BANK FOUNDATION’S AWARD RECIPIENTS Louisa and Nelson Heumann of Southport, Connecticut, are the recipients of the Reyno A. Giallongo Community Legacy Award from First County Bank Foundation in Stamford. The annual award along with a $2,500 donation check for the Fairfield Theatre Company (FTC) in the Heumann’s name, was presented at a reception Nov. 1 at First County Bank’s Westport branch. The Heumanns are involved in supporting many community organizations in Fairfield. Among the good works they do: Louisa works with the Latino community weekly in Norwalk through the Norwalk Senior Center South and Nelson has been a driver for Meals on Wheels for more than 10 years, managing the same route every week. Together, the Heumanns have been instrumental in supporting education, the arts and economic development causes by donating their time and energy. Robert J. Granata, chairman and CEO of First County Bank and President of First County Bank Foundation, said “… When we learned about the volunteerism of the Heumanns, we knew they embodied the spirit of the Reyno A. Giallongo Community Legacy Award.” Established in 2018, the Reyno A. Giallongo Community Legacy Award, named after First County Bank’s retired chairman and CEO, recognizes the exceptional achievements and meaningful con-

Community Legacy Award recipients Nelson and Louisa Heumann, with Robert Granata, chairman and CEO of First County Bank and president of First County Bank Foundation.

tributions of an individual or couple, residing in Stamford, Norwalk, Darien, Fairfield, Greenwich, New Canaan or Westport, who through their actions, experience, talent and skills, directly benefit activities and programs in the areas of affordable housing, economic development, education or quality of life for families and children, as consistent with the First County Bank Foundation mission. The Communi-

ty Legacy Award honoree receives a commemorative plaque and $2,500 donation to the nonprofit of their choice. Established in 2001 in honor of the bank’s 150th anniversary, First County Bank Foundation was created to distribute funds annually to nonprofit organizations that support community and economic development, affordable housing and programs that support quality of life.

BANK FOSTERS LEADERS Nonprofit Westchester (NPW) recently announced that M&T Bank is providing $5,000 to support the organization’s 2022 Emerging Leaders Program, a leadership development program that fosters talent among the next generation of nonprofit professional leaders and provides unique opportunities for participants to learn about the issues addressed by the network of nonprofit organizations in Westchester to engage in interactive training and build sustainable, collaborative relationships. Representing 250 nonprofit organizations and business members, the mission of NPW is to strengthen the visibility, capacity, and impact of the nonprofit sector. Adam Kintish, vice president, M&T Bank, revealed the funding for the Emerging Leaders Program at Children’s Village in Dobbs Ferry on Nov. 4 , stating “… We appreciate the important work of the nonprofit sector and are committed to fostering the growth of its dedicated professionals.”

Nonprofit Westchester Emerging Leaders Program participants enjoying post-program social hour on Nov. 4 with Jeremy Kohomban (standing), CEO Children’s Village.

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Jennifer Pharr Davis

WHAT CAN SPENDING MONTHS OUTDOORS TEACH US? Find out how a five-month journey helped to shape Jennifer Pharr Davis’ life, faith and worldview at a 5 p.m. lecture and signing of her book titled “Faith & The Outdoors: Hearing a Voice in the Wilderness,” Nov. 21 at Christ Church Parish Hall in Greenwich. There will also be another discussion at 11:15 a.m. on her book titled “A Cry in the Desert.” Pharr Davis is an internationally recognized adventurer, author, speaker and entrepreneur who has hiked over 14,000 miles on six different continents, including three Appalachian Trail traverses (one of which established a Fastest Known Time at 46 days – an average of 47 miles per day). As a mom, she has also hiked more than 1,750 miles. She is a member of the President’s Council of Sports, Fitness and Nutrition, played a prominent role in the 2020 IMAX film “Into America’s Wild” and served on the board of the Appalachian Trail Conservancy. She has published 10 books, including “The Pursuit of Endurance” (Penguin Random House), her seminal Appalachian Trail memoir “Becoming Odyssa,” and an award-winning project with celebrated Southern watercolorist Alan Shuptrine titled “I Come from a Place.” Christ Church is a lively community of faith composed of people with diverse backgrounds, circumstances and spiritual journeys. More than 300 volunteers annually serve on over 40 commissions, committees, guilds and task forces. In addition, the church hosts and supports more than 20 community meetings per week, including 12-step programs, choral and music groups, neighborhood groups and children’s programs. The Mission of Christ Church Greenwich is to be a vibrant Episcopal community proclaiming God’s love for every human being, no exceptions. Information for these features has been submitted by the subjects or their delegates.

United Hospice Let’s Dance gala celebrants.

Dancers aged 7 to 93 entertained guests, Oct. 24, at The Hilton Pearl River during the annual United Hospice Let’s Dance gala that featured an evening of elegant dining and dancing. United Hospice offers families in Rockland and Orange counties dealing with serious illness assistance in caring for the patient’s physical demands while also addressing the family’s emotional, social and spiritual needs and providing access to information so that families can make informed choices about care when time matters most.

For the first time in two years United Hospice’s executive board, staff, friends and supporters were able to gather in person for a fun and festive evening celebrating the service they’ve been able to provide patients and their families during the last two years. An awards presentation honored supportive members, including Kevin Mahoney, managing director, The Mahoney Group; Brad Topchick, managing director, Stifel; Kevin Ward, retired financial advisor, while The Dr. Joe and Marsha Rand Community Lead-

ership Award was presented to community member Chris Cawley of the NW Hospice Charity Fund. Honorary Chair Tess McCormack Raso summed up the meaning of hospice stating, “When modern medicine can no longer add days to your life hospice adds life to your days….” With offices located at 11 Stokum Lane in New City and 42 Park Place in Goshen, United Hospice provides an enhanced quality of life to people of all ages suffering from serious illnesses.

NSA RECOGNIZES LOCAL COLLEGE Mercy College in Dobbs Ferry has been designated for the third time as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) by the National Security Agency (NSA) through the 2025-2026 academic year. Awarded after a rigorous evaluation process, this recognition signifies the strength of Mercy College’s cybersecurity programs. It is one of only 15 Centers of Academic Excellence (CAE) in New York state and one of about 350 nationwide. The NSA awards CAE-CD designations to higher education institutions, which offer high-quality academic programs that produce cybersecurity professionals who will help safeguard and promote America’s national security. The application process involved the evaluation of Mercy’s curriculum and student outcomes from its B.S., M.S. and five-year B.S/M.S. cybersecurity programs against new, rigorous standards. The evaluation process also involved a review of Mercy’s community involvement regarding cybersecurity, as well as the college’s own cyber-

security practices. “This designation means that Mercy’s cybersecurity program is strong, up-to-date and in compliance with national codes and interests,” said John Yoon, Ph.D., professor and program director of the college’s cybersecurity program. “From a pedagogical perspective, Mercy’s cybersecurity programs and specifically the Mercy Cybersecurity Education Center epitomize a problem-based approach to learning that is very 21st century and very equity-minded in terms of helping students understand the relevance of the work they do to specific career outcomes and to specific ethical challenges,” said Peter West, Ph.D., interim provost and vice president for academic affairs. Being designated as a CAE brings many benefits to Mercy College and its students. As a CAE, Mercy is able to apply for government grants that are only open to CAE institutions, access a CAE-only community to facilitate collaboration across institutions and attend technical talks organized by the

NSA to help faculty members stay up to date in this ever-evolving field. In addition, Mercy students can attend CAE career fairs and participate in CAE cybersecurity challenges to boost their résumés and practice their skills in real-world situations. The designation also acknowledges Mercy’s collaborations and agreements with other institutions, including Westchester Community College, Rockland Community College and Bronx Community College to enable students to seamlessly transfer credits to Mercy, creating a pipeline into Mercy’s cybersecurity programs. Mercy’s collaboration efforts even extend beyond higher education and into the cybersecurity industry. The Mathematics, Computer Science and Cybersecurity Advisory Board meets regularly to help Mercy identify the gaps between what is taught in the classroom and the skills that professionals need in the field, with the goal of narrowing or filling the gaps to ensure that Mercy students are prepared to excel in their careers. FCBJ

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The 39th annual Senior Citizens Hall of Fame Awards on Friday, Dec. 3 at 11:30 a.m. will extend top honors to Judy Fink of Purchase and Lloyd Cort of Greenburgh. This will be the second year that the event will be livestreamed via the Westchester Public Private Partnership for Aging Services website. Westchester County Executive George Latimer, who will join in honoring the achievements of 44 senior citizens from throughout the county said: “It is my honor to commend this active group of Westchester County residents and induct them into our Senior Citizens Hall of Fame for their dedication and commitment to our communities….” The Class of 2021 includes 18 nominees over the age of 80 and four over the age of 90. Department of Senior Programs and Services (DSPS) Commissioner Mae Carpenter said, “The honorees show that age is never a deterrent to being a vital member of our society. In fact, it’s an advantage because of the life experiences they bring with them. Their generous contributions have helped to make Westchester County one of the most senior-friendly places in the world.” The Senior Hall of Fame began as part the 300th anniversary of Westchester County’s founding. Its purpose was to showcase how seniors have contributed to building the county. Almost 1,250 seniors have been inducted. Among this year’s award recipients, four seniors will receive special recognition: Sanat Dagli, M.D., of Irvington, Jim Dolan, of Verplanck, Joyce May Henery, of Yonkers and William (Billy) Thomas, of Mount Vernon. The Senior Citizens Hall of Fame is sponsored by the Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services, the Westchester County Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation, Westchester County Livable Communities and the Westchester Public/Private Partnership for Aging Services. To be nominated, seniors must have made significant and enduring contributions to enhance Westchester’s quality of life through their professional work, volunteer achievements or both. Nominations are made by members of the community and the honorees are selected by a panel of judges. The names of past honorees are engraved on plaques that are permanently displayed at the DSPS office in Mount Vernon. The event can be viewed from the westchesterpartnership.org website. For sponsorships and more information, contact Rose Cappa at rose@theeventdepartmentny.com or (914) 747-0519. NOVEMBER 15, 2021

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RAISING THE CURTAIN The Sonia Plumb Dance Company (SPDC) recently raised the curtains at the Theater of the Performing Arts auditorium in Hartford to perform “Penelope’s Odyssey,” an anticipated, in-person production that was postponed since last October due to the pandemic. With the perseverance of SPDC Founder and Artistic Director Sonia Plumb and the support of dance aficionados across the state, the contemporary dance company portrayed the powerful story of survival in today’s challenged world. “Surely, the performing arts sector has been one of the hardest hit by the pandemic, but during this time of isolation, we never lost sight of our underlying mission to connect humanity through dance,” said Plumb, who choreographed the entire production. “Our organization has always reached beyond the arts community with a diverse repertoire that often reflects upon larger societal issues and this performance was no different.”

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“Penelope’s Odyssey” tells the story of Penelope and the women in the classic epic poem “The Odyssey” by Homer in which in this contemporary interpretation the dancers focus on gender roles and societal norms as seen through the lens of time by weaving in topics of romance, betrayal, single motherhood, arranged marriage, war and perseverance. Simply stated, it’s a story of a woman taking control of her life in a man’s world, explained Plumb. FCBJ

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Since 1990, Sonia Plumb Dance Company has been exciting audiences with contemporary modern dance performances that boast stunning visuals, vivid choreography and compelling storytelling led by lifelong dancer Plumb, SPDC offers dance instruction classes, professional apprenticeships, arts integration programs and community outreach that serves more than 8,000 constituents throughout the Northeast.

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White Plains & Poughkeepsie Local business cases, Nov. 3 - 9 White Plains Healthcare Properties I, Peabody, Massachusetts vs. Epic Rehabilitation and Nursing at White Plains, et al, 21-70967-SHL: Adversary proceeding in Epic Chapter 11 (2122623), removal from Westchester Supreme Court. Attorneys: Alfred E. Donnellan, Robert A. Spolzino, Tracy L. Klestadt.

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Juan Rodriguez, Fishkill, re. JR Toolworks LLC, 21-35812CGM: Chapter 13, assets $458,418, liabilities $508,265. Attorney: Thomas J. Minotti.

U.S. DISTRICT COURT, White Plains Local business cases, Nov. 3-9 Michael V. Bleyzer DDS, Thiells vs. Great West Life & Annuity Insurance Co., Greenwood Village, Colorado, 21-cv-9069-VB: Insurance, breach of contract. Attorney: Michael E. Quiat.

Donna Halpin, Wappingers Falls vs. Royal Carting of Dutchess County Inc., Hopewell Junction, et al, 21-cv-9081-KMK: Age discrimination. Attorneys: Daniel M. Kirschenbaum, Lucas C. Buzzard. Trustees of the Operating Engineers funds, Briarcliff Manor vs. Casabella Contracting of New York Inc., Buchanan, et al, 21-cv-9212-VB: Enforcement of employee benefits. Attorney: Michele J. Harari. Bonhac World Corp., Monsey vs. Mellin Works LLC, Simi Valley, California, 21-cv-9239-NSR: Deceptive trade practices. Attorney: Jason F. Lowe.

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Social Positioning Input Systems, Fort Lauderdale, Florida vs. Nexcelerate LLC, d.b.a. Btracking.com, Yorktown Heights, 21-cv-9247: Patent infringement. Attorney: Jay B. Johnson.

12 Wakefield Realty LLC, Bronxville. Seller: Chun Hee Lee, Scarsdale. Property: 12 Wakefield Road, Scarsdale. Amount: $1 million. Filed Nov. 1. 19 East 14th Street MV LLC, Bronxville. Seller: 19 E. 14th LLC, Scarsdale. Property: 19 Fourth St., Mount Vernon. Amount: $1.3 million. Filed Nov. 5.

Trustees of Structural Steel and Bridge Painters of Greater New York funds, White Plains vs. Casabella Contracting of New York Inc., Buchanan, et al, 21-cv-9249: Enforcement of employee benefits. Attorney: Dana L. Henke.

200 SBW LLC, Tarrytown. Seller: Tarrytown Professional Center Inc., Tarrytown. Property: 200 S. Broadway, Greenburgh. Amount: $2.9 million. Filed Nov. 5.

DEEDS Cherry Sterling LLC, New York City. Seller: Sterling Road LLC, Armonk. Property: 20 Sterling Road, North Castle. Amount: $5.6 million. Filed Nov. 1.

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Facts & Figures KRE Hip HPTN Tarrytown Owner LLC, New York City. Seller: IHP Elmsford Owner LLC, West Palm Beach, Florida. Property: 200 W. Main St., Greenburgh. Amount: $20.7 million. Filed Nov. 1. Marsden, Helena M., Smithtown. Seller: Opra III LLC, Harrison. Property: 120 Old Road, Rye. Amount: $1.6 million. Filed Nov. 3. Slinkard, Lee Ann and Maria Morris, Oakland, California. Seller: LL Parcel E LLC, Washington, Pennsylvania. Property: 214 Legend Drive, Mount Pleasant. Amount: $1.1 million. Filed Nov. 5.

Below $1 million 37 Heminway LLC, New York City. Seller: Gary Alexander, New Rochelle. Property: 37 Hemingway Ave., New Rochelle. Amount: $400,000. Filed Nov. 5.

168 Rockne Road LLC, Dobbs Ferry. Seller: John E. Riley, Yonkers. Property: 168 Rockne Road, Yonkers. Amount: $375,000. Filed Nov. 4. 207 Ashburton LLC, Tuckahoe. Seller: G&M Pineda Corp., Yonkers. Property: 205 Ashburton Ave., Yonkers. Amount: $200,000. Filed Nov. 4. 340 SMRR LLC, Yonkers. Seller: Maintenance Asset Management Inc., Yonkers. Property: 340 SawMill River Road, Yonkers. Amount: $500,000. Filed Nov. 1.

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Equity Ventures Group LLC, Cornelius, North Carolina. Seller: Robert Wainwright and Alexandra A. Wainwright, New Rochelle. Property: 12 Longvue Ave., New Rochelle. Amount: $672,614. Filed Nov. 4. Friedman, Howard and Robin Friedman, Croton-on-Hudson. Seller: Design Builders Group Inc., Purchase. Property: 608 Half Moon Bay Drive, Cortlandt. Amount: $995,000. Filed Nov. 1. Illy Holdings LLC, White Plains. Seller: Elm Associates, Pleasantville. Property: 60-62 Wheeler Ave., Mount Pleasant. Amount: $965,000. Filed Nov. 4. Jones, Femi O., Bronx. Seller: Fleet Security Inc., Yonkers. Property: 96 Hart Ave., Yonkers. Amount: $781,000. Filed Nov. 1. Malik, Intisar, Hartsdale. Seller: Profound Holdings LLC, Bronx. Property: 12 Shelley Ave., Greenburgh. Amount: $265,000. Filed Nov. 3. Maria, Nicholas, Yonkers. Seller: 21 VBY LLC, Brooklyn. Property: 21 Van Buren St., Yonkers. Amount: $515,000. Filed Nov. 5. McLean, Syreen M., Bronx. Seller: 28 Woodrow Avenue Corp., Yonkers. Property: 16 Drake Place, Yonkers. Amount: $779,000. Filed Nov. 4. MCS Investment LOC LLC, Franklin Lakes, New Jersey. Seller: Michael Kearney and Amanda Rohan, White Plains. Property: 2 Mayflower Road, Scarsdale. Amount: $950,000. Filed Nov. 4.

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Mora, Victor Nunez, Yonkers. Seller: 118 Buckingham Road Corp., Yonkers. Property: 118 Buckingham, Road, Yonkers. Amount: $554,000. Filed Nov. 4. NJ Grace LLC, Yonkers. Seller: Ocean Fish Key Inc., Yonkers. Property: 5 N. Broadway, Yonkers. Amount: $880,000. Filed Nov. 1. Nori Contracting Inc., South Salem. Seller: Michael David Pfau and Barbara Sydell Martins, New Milford, Connecticut. Property: 23 Lower Salem Road, Lewisboro. Amount: $290,000. Filed Nov. 3.

JUDGMENTS

Barnett, Krystal, Yonkers. $4,762.61 in favor of Midland Funding LLC, San Diego, California. Filed Nov. 4. Blades, Kimberly, Yonkers. $1,834.13 in favor of Midland Credit Management LLC, San Diego, California. Filed Nov. 4. Bowman, David D., Yonkers. $4,079.62 in favor of Midland Credit Management LLC, San Diego, California. Filed Nov. 5.

Onyx New York Holdings LLC, White Plains. Seller: Miller Family Trust, Port Chester. Property: 125 Breckenridge Ave., Rye. Amount: $230,000. Filed Nov. 4. Parolisi, Mark, Yonkers. Seller: Bennett Realty East Inc., Scarsdale. Property: 2 Winans Drive, Yonkers. Amount: $75,000. Filed Nov. 4.

Calle, Romulo A., New Rochelle. $9,723.54 in favor of Discover Bank Co-Executor, New Albany, Ohio. Filed Nov. 1.

Piazza, Anthony, New Rochelle. Seller: 1 Ridge Hill LLC, Plainview. Property: 701 Ridge Hill Blvd., Yonkers. Amount: $360,000. Filed Nov. 1.

MJC Mason Construction Corp., Cortlandt. $53,060.35 in favor of Trustees of the Bricklayers Union, Newburgh. Filed Nov. 3.

Reyes, Carmen, Yonkers. Seller: Rochester Funding LLC, Rochester. Property: 150 Ravine Ave., Yonkers. Amount: $69,500. Filed Nov. 1. TLC Contractors Corp., Rockville Centre. Seller: Ellen Fuchel, Port Chester. Property: 108 Breckenridge Ave., Rye. Amount: $405,000. Filed Nov. 3. ZF SPV LLC, Woodland Hills, California. Seller: Christine R. MacDonald, Yonkers. Property: 82 Kingston Ave., Yonkers. Amount: $374,250. Filed Nov. 3.

Chang, Eboni, Yonkers. $2,668.75 in favor of Midland Credit Management LLC, San Diego, California. Filed Nov. 1.

Cortes, Erik, Yonkers. $10,871.96 in favor of Midland Credit Management LLC, San Diego, California. Filed Nov. 1. Duncan, Rohan, Yonkers. $1,936.54 in favor of Midland Credit Management LLC, San Diego, California. Filed Nov. 4. Gates, Shaw, Yonkers. $1,026.38 in favor of Midland Credit Management LLC, San Diego, California. Filed Nov. 4.

Hill, Beverly, Yonkers. $2,917.33 in favor of Midland Credit Management LLC, San Diego, California. Filed Nov. 4.

Ponce, Hugo E., Yonkers. $2,343.35 in favor of Midland Credit Management LLC, San Diego, California. Filed Nov. 4.

Illames, Jonathan, Yonkers. $4,870.48 in favor of Midland Credit Management LLC, San Diego, California. Filed Nov. 5.

Ramos, Andres, Yonkers. $3,118.91 in favor of Midland Funding LLC, San Diego, California. Filed Nov. 4.

Kouluris, Spiro, Yonkers. $3,268.50 in favor of Midland Funding LLC, San Diego, California. Filed Nov. 5.

Ramsey, Courtney, Mount Vernon. $8,688.25 in favor of Credit Acceptance Corp., Southfield, Michigan. Filed Nov. 4.

Laing, Emancia, Yonkers. $14,513.14 in favor of Midland Funding LLC, San Diego, California. Filed Nov. 4.

Ray, Keith, Yonkers. $1,989.38 in favor of Midland Credit Management LLC, San Diego, California. Filed Nov. 4.

Leipa, Maya T., White Plains. $2,516.38 in favor of TD Bank National Association, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Filed Nov. 3.

Rogers, Kevin M., New Rochelle. $1,360.59 in favor of Midland Credit Management LLC, San Diego, California. Filed Nov. 4.

Maldonado, Carmen, Yonkers. $1,480.61 in favor of Midland Credit Management LLC, San Diego, California. Filed Nov. 5.

Romera, Fredis A., Yonkers. $4,306.02 in favor of Midland Credit Management LLC, San Diego, California. Filed Nov. 5.

Mariduena, Angel, Yonkers. $4,157.86 in favor of Midland Credit Management LLC, San Diego, California. Filed Nov. 4.

Ruiz, Silva, New Rochelle. $4,786.99 in favor of Discover Bank, New Albany, Ohio. Filed Nov. 1.

Montes, Alfredo, Yonkers. $1,078.69 in favor of Midland Credit Management LLC, San Diego, California. Filed Nov. 5.

Samuels, Keith, Mount Vernon. $3,250.47 in favor of Cavalry Portfolio Services LLC, Hawthorne. Filed Nov. 3.

New Era Mechanical Corp., White Plains. $249,782.06 in favor of Bruce Supply Corp., Brooklyn. Filed Nov. 4.

Ujka, Meri, Yonkers. $1,636.98 in favor of Midland Credit Management LLC, San Diego, California. Filed Nov. 4.

New Era Mechanical Corp., White Plains. $13,714.48 in favor of Gotham Pipe Supply LLC, Ridgewood. Filed Nov. 4.

Warren, Geneva, Yonkers. $886.02 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Las Vegas, Nevada. Filed Nov. 5.

Facts & Figures Yang, Min, White Plains. $6,339.49 in favor of Cavalry Portfolio Services LLC, Hawthorne. Filed Nov. 3.

LIS PENDENS The following filings indicate a legal action has been initiated, the outcome of which may affect the title to the property listed. Lowney, Jeffrey, as owner. Filed by Hudson Valley Credit Union. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $202,500 affecting property located at 210 Martine Ave., Unit 5F, White Plains. Filed Nov. 4. Lucas, Calotta, as owner. Filed by PHH Mortgage Corporation. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $648,000 affecting property located at 125 Fort Hill Ave., Unit 27, Yonkers. Filed Nov. 1. Nunez, Ana, as owner. Filed by Nationstar Mortgage LLC. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $386,000 affecting property located at 523 Colony Drive, Hartsdale. Filed Nov. 1.

MECHANIC’S LIENS

14 LE Count Place LLC, New Rochelle. $21,542.75 in favor of Colony Hardware Corp., Orange, Connecticut. Property: 14 LeCount Place, New Rochelle. Filed Nov. 1. 42 West Board Developers LLC, Mount Vernon. $7,196.70 in favor of Sunbelt Rentals – Region 11, Islip. Property: 42 W. Broad St., Mount Vernon. Filed Nov. 5. Bronx Ville Gardens Cooperative, Yonkers. $2,199.28 in favor of Heat Inc., New Hyde Park. Property: 1 Georgia Ave., Yonkers. Filed Nov. 1.

LMV II MMP Holdings LP, White Plains. $56,747.11 in favor of Tiffany Lumber Co., Bronx. Property: 131 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains. Filed Nov. 4. WBLM 14 LeCount Owner LLC, New Rochelle. $205,063.06 in favor of Tiffany Lumber Co., Bronx. Property: 14 LeCount Place, New Rochelle. Filed Nov. 4.

JUDGMENTS WORKERS’ COMPENSATION BOARD Failure to carry insurance or for work-related injuries and illnesses, Nov. 4 to Nov. 10, 2021. • Amare Beauty Corp., Yonkers. Amount: $2,000. • Data Consumed LLC, Yonkers. Amount: $20,000. • Kingdom Ridge Capital LLC, White Plains. Amount: $34,500. • Phoenix’s United Agency Inc. d.b.a. Start One Homecare & Medical Staffing, Tuckahoe. Amount: $37,500. • Real Thai Rolled Ice Cream LLC, Yonkers. Amount: $20,000. • Top Hill Construction Inc., Ossining. Amount: $1,500. • Vista Data Services LLC, Larchmont. Amount: $20,500.

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PARTNERSHIPS

617 Wea 5a Partners, 628 Orienta Ave., Mamaroneck 10543, c/o Jamie Beck Gordon and Cathy Beck. Filed Nov. 5.

E&ML Construction, 31 Emmalon Ave., White Plains 10603, c/o Miguel E. Lagos and Ernesto Lagos. Filed Nov. 3. Gifts of Love Party Store, 340 Pelham Road, New Rochelle 10805, c/o Veronica Ruiz and George Ruiz. Filed Nov. 4. Rock Out Wear Team Rock Out, 39 Hudson Terrace, No. 314, Yonkers 10701, c/o Daniell N. Luker and William A. Glenn. Filed Nov. 3.

SOLE PROPRIETORSHIPS

Amare Simply Means Love, 1C Dassern Drive, Dobbs Ferry 10522, c/o Samantha Daniels. Field Nov. 4. Eleven11creations, 45 Old Army Road, Scarsdale 10583, c/o Aubrey Graf-Daniels. Filed Nov. 3. Fred Bartasek Training, 109 Cedar Road, Unit A4, Katonah 10536, c/o Frederick Otto Bartasek. Filed Nov. 4. Fun Bunch Line Dance, 1115 Elm St., Peekskill 10566, c/o Lewis Steven Dillard. Filed Nov. 1. High Touch Home Improvement, 149 N. Broadway, Apt. 4, Yonkers 10701, c/o Raul Fernando Garzon Montoya. Filed Nov. 5. J LO Consulting, 12 Parent Road, Katonah 10536, c/o Mary-John Harkins. Filed Nov. 5. Let’s Take a Picture, 415 Columbus Ave., Apt. C, Tuckahoe 10707, c/o Martina De Marchena. Filed Nov. 5. Monique Michaels Photography, 922 Main St., No. 310, Peekskill 10566, c/o Monique Michaels. Filed Nov. 4.

MSC Ventures, 157 Griffen Ave., Scarsdale 10583, c/o Erica B. Broff. Filed Nov. 5. Quicktrip.com, 31 Harrison St., Mount Vernon 10550, c/o Mahlon Zamani Goma. Filed Nov. 3. Raymond Lips Electrical Services Etc., 802 Pines Bridge Road, Ossining 10562, c/o Raymond I. Lips. Filed Nov. 5. Simply Vintage Collectables, 3173 Wharton Drive, Yorktown Height 10598, c/o Nancy Butterfield. Filed Nov. 5. Sylva Pate Photography, 81 Loomis Ave., Yonkers 10704, c/o Sylvia Pate. Filed Nov. 5. Tarrytown Real Estate Now, 80 S. Broadway, Tarrytown 10591, c/o Owen Davia Leggio. Filed Nov. 3. Train SGS, 66 Main St., Yonkers 10701, c/o Stephanie Gonzales. Filed Nov. 5. Travis Thomas, 2514 Crompond Road, Yorktown Heights 10598, c/o Travis Thomas. Filed Nov. 5. Vibe, 260 Valentine Lane, Unit 1G, Yonkers 10705, c/o Sylvester Hendris. Filed Nov. 1.

PATENTS Automatic generation of content using multimedia. Patent no. 11,170,270 issued to Michele Merler, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk. Emulation latch to capture state. Patent no. 11,169,895 issued to Michael Becht, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk. Enhanced adhesive materials and processes for 3D applications. Patent no. 11,168,234 issued to James Hendrick, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk.

Generating and managing group reservations of travel resources. Patent no. 11,170,323 issued to Jennifer Lowe, et al. Assigned to Mastercard, Purchase. Lean vending machine. Patent no. 11,170,599 issued to Emad Jafa, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk. Method for the characterization and monitoring of integrated circuits. Patent no. 11,169,200 issued to Raphael Robertazzi, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk. Methods for treating severe atopic dermatitis by administering an IL-4R inhibitor. Patent no. 11,167,004 issued to Allen Radin, et al. Assigned to Regeneron, Tarrytown and Sanofi, Paris. Modified double-magnetic tunnel junction structure suitable for BEOL integration. Patent no. 11,171,283 issued to Jonathan Sun, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk. Readily isolated bispecific antibodies with native immunoglobulin format. Patent no. 11,168,111 issued to Samuel Davis, et al. Assigned to Regeneron, Tarrytown. SLA-based backup power management during utility power interruption in disaggregated datacenters. Patent no. 11,169,592 issued to Ruchi Mahindru, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk. Stress management scheme for fabricating thick magnetic films of an inductor yoke arrangement. Patent no. 11,170,933 issued to Hariklia Deligianni, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk. System kernel error identification and reporting. Patent no. 11,169,869 issued to Michael Kasper, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk. Two-level sequence learning for analyzing, metering, generating and cracking passwords. Patent no. 11,171,946 issued to Suresh Chari, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk.

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BUILDING LOANS

Above $1 million                                                           Cameron Poughkeepsie LLC, as owner. Lender: Five Star Bank. Property: in Poughkeepsie. Amount: $7.5 million. Filed Nov. 3.

Hammond Luxury Living LLC, as owner. Lender: Northeast Community Bank. Property: 8 and 14 Hammond St., Monsey. Amount: $2.4 million. Filed Nov. 2.

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12 North Street LLC, as owner. Lender: Residential Capital Partners Secured Loan Fund VI LLC. Property: in Beacon. Amount: $267,500. Filed Nov. 3. Santoro, Dimitria and Matthew Santoro, as owners. Lender: Walden Savings Bank. Property: in Wappingers Falls. Amount: $325,000. Filed Nov. 3.

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Below $1 million 12 North Street LLC, White Plains. Seller: Ronald Smith, Wappingers Falls. Property: in Beacon. Amount: $192,500. Filed Nov. 3.

35-39 Central LLC, Spring Valley. Seller: 39 South Central LLC, Bronxville. Property: 39 Central Ave., 302 Roosevelt Ave. and 304 Roosevelt Ave., Spring Valley. Amount: $999,999. Filed Nov. 4. 42 Campbell Development LLC, Airmont. Seller: 44 Campbell LLC, Airmont. Property: 44 Campbell, Airmont. Amount: $425,000. Filed Nov. 1.

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Facts & Figures 239 All Angels LLC, Wappingers Falls. Seller: James Schneider, Poughkeepsie. Property: in Poughkeepsie. Amount: $115,000. Filed Nov. 5.

Congregation Yaldainu Inc., Spring Valley. Seller: Koreen Kentish, Spring Valley. Property: 3 Razel Ave., Ramapo. Amount: $515,000. Filed Nov. 4.

Knocklong LLC, Pearl River. Seller: Pamela Jorno, Sarasota, Florida. Property: 127-131 N. Middletown Road, Orangetown. Amount: $285,000. Filed Nov. 1.

Schlesinger, Ernest, Monsey. Seller: Highview Hills LLC, Suffern. Property: 1 Silverwood Circle, Unit 1, Ramapo. Amount: $740,000. Filed Nov. 5.

Gas Land Petroleum Inc., as owner. $108,639.12 in favor of Maine Drilling and Blasting Inc. Property: in Pawling. Filed Nov. 3.

Property Service Affiliates Inc., 2522 South Road, No.1024, Poughkeepsie 12601, c/o Joelle Hinkle. Filed Nov. 1.

Adante Holdings LLC, Sharon, Connecticut. Seller: The Millerton Cinema Arts and Culture Center Inc., Millerton. Property: in Millerton. Amount: $670,000. Filed Nov. 5.

Congregation Yaldainu Inc., Spring Valley. Seller: Polonya Homes LLC, Monsey. Property: 39 Polonya Road, New Square. Amount: $515,000. Filed Nov. 3.

Koth, David and Gitel Koth, Spring Valley. Seller: 25 Ridge LLC, Airmont. Property: 25 Ridge Ave., Unit 206, Spring Valley. Amount: $759,000. Filed Nov. 3.

Singer, Hershy and Sara H. Spitzer, Monsey. Seller: 25 Ridge LLC, Airmont. Property: 25 Ridge Ave., Spring Valley. Amount: $775,000. Filed Nov. 3.

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NEW BUSINESSES

Samiah Inc., 53 Rodeo Drive, Hopewell Junction 12533, c/o Yaser Jamal. Filed Nov. 4.

David Ingram Holdings Inc., Ontario, Canada. Seller: Sylvan Rock LLC, Rhinebeck. Property: in Milan. Amount: $825,000. Filed Nov. 3.

Mehring, Nuchem and Rivka Motzen, Monsey. Seller: Viola Ventures LLC, Chestnut Ridge. Property: 3102 Corner St., Spring Valley. Amount: $328,000. Filed Nov. 4.

Stein, Shimon, Monsey. Seller: 92 Blauvelt Road LLC, Monsey. Property: 92 Blauvelt Road, Unit 201, Ramapo. Amount: $740,000. Filed Nov. 5.

American International Relocation Solutions LLC, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Seller: Jason S. Miller and Gini M. Miller, Poughquag. Property: in Beekman. Amount: $535,000. Filed Nov. 1. Beacon Greenwood LLC, Newburgh. Seller: Margaret R. Rhim Bass, Beacon. Property: in Fishkill. Amount: $290,000. Filed Nov. 3. Beacon HUD Holdings LLC, Wappingers Falls. Seller: Hudson Valley Luxury Holdings LLC, Poughkeepsie. Property: in Beacon. Amount: $342,000. Filed Nov. 3. Collins Management SV LLC, Monsey. Seller: Leah Goldman, Spring Valley. Property: 20 Park Gardnes Court, No. 22, Spring Valley. Amount: $850,000. Filed Nov. 3.

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Doherty, Noah S., Stony Point. Seller: Street LLC, Armonk. Property: in Beacon. Amount: $500,000. Filed Nov. 5. GN Housecare Specialties Inc., Spring Valley. Seller: Joan Cohen, New City. Property: 273 Old Route 304, Clarkstown. Amount: $405,000. Filed Nov. 2. IIA2 LLC, Hyde Park. Seller: Board of Managers of the Cherry Hill Condominium, Purchase. Property: in Poughkeepsie. Amount: $127,500. Filed Nov. 5. Jaromin, James, Sean Jaromin and Christopher Jaromin, Amenia. Seller: Amenia Fish and Game Association, Amenia. Property: in Amenia. Amount: $55,000. Filed Nov. 3.

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Moskowitz, Michael, Spring Valley. Seller: Neil Villas LLC, Suffern. Property: 3 Neil Road, Unit 211, Ramapo. Amount: $875,000. Filed Nov. 1. Mullen, Shaun R. and Sabiha S. Mullen, Stony Point. Seller: ALC Properties Inc., White Plains. Property: 14 Dutchess Drive, Orangetown. Amount: $553,500. Filed Nov. 3. Northern Rockland Central School District, Garnerville. Seller: Old Mill Home Builders Inc., Estero, Florida. Property: 69A Suffern Lane, Haverstraw. Amount: $30,292. Filed Nov. 4.

Whitehall Corners Holdings Inc., Katonah. Seller: Claire D. Childs, Dover Plains. Property: in Dover. Amount: $150,000. Filed Nov. 5.

JUDGMENTS

Castro & Gringos Corp., Putnam Valley. $21,120.58 in favor of LCF Group Inc., Lake Success. Filed Oct. 26.

MECHANIC’S LIENS

EFG/DAR Heritage LLC, as owner. $652,636 in favor of Armor Refractory Gunite Corp. Property: in Poughkeepsie. Filed Nov. 3.

PARTNERSHIPS

The Red Hook Daily Catch Incorporated, 10 W. Bard Ave., Red Hook 12571, c/o Jude Alexis, Peg Tyre and Joel Gordin. Filed Nov. 1.

SOLE PROPRIETORSHIPS Hopes Kitchen Eateries Inc., 208 Main St., Apt. 1M, Poughkeepsie 12601, c/o Rachel Udeh-Jackson. Filed Nov. 1. Jona’s Furniture & Mattress II Inc., 450 Main St., Poughkeepsie 12601, c/o Yaell E. Savinon. Filed Nov. 4. Moving Thingz Inc., 18 Virginia Ave., Poughkeepsie 12601, c/o Gabriel Fils. Filed Nov. 5. Perfect Nature Landscaping Inc., 676 Oak Summit Road, Millbrook 12545, c/o Scott J. Schuster. Filed Nov. 1.

Toby Serbian Inc., 54 Kennel Road, Wassaic 12592, c/o Ivan Stamenkov. Filed Nov. 4. Tri State Aerial Imagery Inc., 20213 Emilie Lane, Pleasant Valley 12569, c/o Allan Gemano. Filed Nov. 1. Trillion Stars 99 Inc., 51 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie 12603, c/o Xinyu Chen. Filed Nov. 1.

Facts & Figures BUILDING PERMITS Commercial 370 West Main LLC., Stamford, contractor for 370 West Main LLC. Replace several illuminated signs on building at 370 W. Main St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $23,000. Filed Oct. 25. Anderson Street LLC., Stamford, contractor for Anderson Street LLC. Repair crack in basement foundation floor and install sump pump at 24 Anderson St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $10,000. Filed Oct. 18. Baybrook Remodelers Inc., West Haven, contractor for Ari of Connecticut Inc. Repair fire-damaged wall section of home and deck at 5 Tally Ho Lane, Stamford. Estimated cost: $12,000. Filed Oct. 4. Bismark Construction Company Inc., Milford, contractor for Stamford Hospital. Renovate basement for new pharmacy space as well as alterations to the exterior of building to accommodate new HVAC duct work, rooftop units for new condenser unit and pad outside on basement level and areaway for hospital emergency department driveway at 1 Hospital Plaza, Stamford. Estimated cost: $733,000. Filed Oct. 4. BLR Stamford LLC c/o National Realty & Development., Stamford, contractor for self. Add fixtures to the interior without altering the space at 950 High Ridge Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $300. Filed Oct. 8. Carpentry Unlimited Inc., Stamford, contractor for Grants Gate LLC. Replace the roof at 3 Holbrook Drive, Stamford. Estimated cost: $7,000. Filed Oct. 5.

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

Clever Home Improvement LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Wildwood Road LLC. Install new cabinets, deck floor and railings at 106 Wildwood Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $12,000. Filed Oct. 15. Construction Resources LLC, Plainville, contractor for MSS Investors LLC. Convert an existing storage room into a small prep kitchen at 575 Pacific St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed Oct. 28. Cruz Roofing and Siding LLC, Milford, contractor for William T. Bruno and Kristina T. Lee. Replace vinyl siding on home at 9 Randall Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $15,700. Filed Oct. 14. Cullman Land LLC., Stamford, contractor for Cullman Land LLC. Install wiring for a ground-mounted solar PV system consisting of sun-power modules and inverters at 107 Hickory Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $28,000. Filed Oct. 22.

Residential A&G Development LLC, Trumbull, contractor for Muhamed Syedali Raja. Remove existing roof and re-roof 12 Underhill St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $6,700. Filed Oct. 6. Absolute Contracting Inc., Cortlandt, Massachusetts, contractor for Yuejiao Ren and Zizhuo Liu. Remove roof shingles and replace with new shingles at 7 Malvern Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $20,204. Filed Oct. 6. Albright, Gregory R., Canon Lake, California, contractor for Rolando and Elena Caliboso. Install PV solar panels at 55 Bridge St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $43,500. Filed Oct. 12.

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Alfred Richard Nutting III, Bethel, contractor for Ricky Simmons. Redo deck from wood to composite wood at 142 Nichols Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $38,375. Filed Oct. 14. Bartlett, Philip, Ansonia, contractor for Norman and Irina Moore. Install generator with copper line from existing propane tanks at 7 Barn Hill Road, 06831 Stamford. Estimated cost: $10,000. Filed Oct. 6. Benjamin Rose Build & Design LLC, White Plains, New York, contractor for Megan J. Eilenberg and Benjamin J. Moskowitz. Refresh drywall, interior trim, vinyl flooring, basement, sump pump and French drains for basement legalization at 1834 Shippan Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $100,000. Filed Oct. 21. BLT Management LLC, Stamford, contractor for Carla Catanzaro. Perform replacement alterations at 2200 Atlantic St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $725,000. Filed Oct. 19. Blum, Jeremy R., Fairfield, contractor for Timothy and Patricia Inverno. Build a swimming pool at 22 Rambler Lane, Stamford. Estimated cost: $65,000. Filed Oct. 28. Brodie, Jordan and Deena Bodie, Stamford, contractor for Jordan and Deena Brodie. Remove old cabinets and appliances and install new cabinets and appliances at 20 Friar Tuck Lane, Stamford. Estimated cost: $12,500. Filed Oct. 27. Brown Roofing Company Inc., Union City, New Jersey, contractor for Doug Penn. Remove existing shingles and install new asphalt shingles after inspecting and replacing any rotted sheathing as needed, installing ice and water barrier and new storm-tight synthetic underlayment, leading-edge starter shingles, drip edge, ridge vent and flashing as required at 284 Hubbard Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $13,994. Filed Oct. 14.

Brown Roofing Company Inc., Union City, New Jersey, contractor for Jonathan Gordon and Karen Levine. Remove and dispose of existing shingles, inspect and replace any rotted sheathing as needed, tape all seams in the plywood, install ice and water barriers and new storm-tight synthetic underlayment, leading-edge starter shingles, drip edge, ridge vent and flashing as required and install new asphalt shingles at 216 Little Hill Drive, Stamford. Estimated cost: $13,681. Filed Oct. 12. Brown Roofing Company Inc., Union City, New Jersey, contractor for Terri Levine and Gregory Corrado. Remove and dispose of existing shingles, inspect and replace any rotted sheathing as needed and tape all seams in the plywood before installing new asphalt shingles at 247 Old Long Ridge Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $58,880. Filed Oct. 12. Brown Roofing Company Inc., Union City, New Jersey, contractor for Mario and Rosa H. Berson. Remove and dispose of existing shingles and install new shingles after inspecting and replacing any rotted sheathing as needed, tape all seams in the plywood, install new storm-tight synthetic underlayment, leading-edge starter shingles, drip edge, ridge vent and flashing as required at 34 Oakdale Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $15,818. Filed Oct. 29. Busch, Maria Levin and Greg Busch, Stamford, contractor for Maria Levin and Greg Busch. Remove wall at 227 Belltown Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $1,000. Filed Oct. 26. Cardone, Brian, Stamford, contractor for Brian Cardone. Perform replacement alterations at 189 Blackwood Lane, Stamford. Estimated cost: $60,000. Filed Oct. 28. Ferranto, Joseph and Christine Sherrill, Stamford, contractor for Joseph Ferranto and Christine Ferranto. Renovate kitchen on the main floor by removing old cabinets and putting in new cabinets, plumbing and updated electrical at 2435 Bedford St., Unit 20B, Stamford. Estimated cost: $13,000. Filed Oct. 14.

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Coastal Property Services LLC, Southington, contractor for Dan Genga. Remove base cabinets, demo tile flooring and cement underlayment, replace damaged plywood subflooring and re-install existing base cabinets; remove damaged drywall in the basement and install new insulation and drywall at 85 Mayapple Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $5,800. Filed Oct. 15. Cortes Construction LLC, Fairfield, contractor for Rachel Sherman. Renovate and expand master bathroom and walk-in shower in existing location at 160 Davenport Farm Lane South, Stamford. Estimated cost: $15,000. Filed Oct. 20. Cuscuna, Rocco B. Jr., Stamford, contractor for Ruth Millet. Install Generac generator, propane tanks and gas piping from the tanks to the generator at 123 Bentwood Drive, Stamford. Estimated cost: $8,500. Filed Oct. 27. D’Arinzo, Daniel, Stamford, contractor for Kimberly A. Harris. Install a generator and one transfer switch for natural gas connection at 46 Rockledge Drive, Stamford. Estimated cost: $9,500. Filed Oct. 21. D’Arinzo, Daniel, Stamford, contractor for Robert and Donna Clemens. Install a generator and transfer switch at 116 Woodbrook Drive, Stamford. Estimated cost: $10,500. Filed Oct. 25. Danny Boy Landscaping & General Contractor LLC, Stamford, contractor for Michael Craft. Construct addition over existing garage, deck, new porch and HVAC system at 60 Harvest Hill Lane, Stamford. Estimated cost: $200,000. Filed Oct. 18. Di Yang., Stamford, contractor for Di Yang. Replace cabinets, countertop, sink, faucet, install a gas range and refrigerator, power outlet and light switches in the kitchen. Refinish first and second-level floors, install backsplash tiles and crown molding, repaint first- and second-floor walls and ceilings at 32 Malvern Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $25,000. Filed Oct. 18.

Flores, Bibiano, Stamford, contractor for Bibiano Flores. Replace siding on the entire house at 157 Den Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $4,500. Filed Oct. 20. Heyde, Bill - Carpentry/Contractor LLC, Wilton, contractor for Bernard M. and Teri Mack Tuttle. Remove existing single-car garage and mudroom in order to build an enlarged garage with second-floor bedroom, playroom and relocated bathroom and extend home behind garage and create a single-story space for a bedroom and full bathroom at 25 Idlewood Place, Stamford. Estimated cost: $172,500. Filed Oct. 20.

COURT CASES Bridgeport Superior Court Bailey, Isabel, et al, Monson, Massachusetts. Filed by Rashida Hankins, Stratford. Plaintiff’s attorney: Delucia & Levine LLC, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendants and sustained severe damages and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages for more than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FBT-CV-21-6109601-S. Filed Sept. 10. Lino Cazares Sanchez LLC, et al, Bridgeport. Filed by Verna Dailey, Bridgeport. Plaintiff’s attorney: Steven Harry Cousins, Monroe. Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendants and sustained severe damages and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages for more than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FBT-CV-21-6110117-S. Filed Sept. 29. Lormore, Brie, et al, Stratford. Filed by Anthony Ramirez, Shelton. Plaintiff’s attorney: Ganim Ganim Ganim & Ganim PC, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendants and sustained severe damages and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages for more than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FBT-CV-21-6110172-S. Filed Aug. 30.

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Facts & Figures Pineda, John J., Bridgeport. Filed by Shenell Crite, Ansonia. Plaintiff’s attorney: Romania Law LLC, Hamden. Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendant and sustained severe damages and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages for more than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FBT-CV-21-6110083-S. Filed Sept. 28. Ruble, Charles, Fairfield. Filed by Mariangela Intellisano, Bridgeport. Plaintiff’s attorney: Cohen & Wolf PC, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendant and sustained severe damages and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages for more than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FBT-CV-21-6109863-S. Filed Aug. 20. Danbury Superior Court Campbell, William, et al, Milford. Filed by Edgar Velepucha, Danbury. Plaintiff’s attorney: Hoekenga & Machado LLC, New Milford. Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendants and sustained severe damages and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages for more than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. DBD-CV-21-6040535-S. Filed Sept. 7.

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Cordova, Luis, et al, Danbury. Filed by Michael Cavallo, Brookfield. Plaintiff’s attorney: Moore O’Brien & Foti, Middlebury. Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendants and sustained severe damages and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages for more than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. DBD-CV-21-6040840-S. Filed Oct. 1. Fernandez, Alfonzo, Danbury. Filed by Midland Credit Management Inc, San Diego, California. Plaintiff’s attorney: Schreiber Law LLC, Salem, New Hampshire. Action: The plaintiff acquired the defendant’s credit debt when he failed to make payments or neglected to pay the debt. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages for less than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. DBD-CV-216040164-S. Filed July 27. Lindstrom, Alisha, Newtown. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank NA, West Des Moines, Iowa. Plaintiff’s attorney: Nair & Levin Law Offices PC, Bloomfield. Action: The plaintiff is a banking association, that issued a credit account to the defendant who agreed to make payments for goods and services. The defendant failed to make payments. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages for more than $2,500, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. DBD-CV-21-6040904-S. Filed Oct. 8.

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Ortiz, Henry, Danbury. Filed by Danbury Hospital, Danbury. Plaintiff’s attorney: Philip H. Monagan Law Offices, Waterbury. Action: The plaintiff provided hospital and medical services to the defendant who has failed to make payments. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages for more than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. DBDCV-21-6040565-S. Filed Sept. 9. Stamford Superior Court Aposporos, Maria, d.b.a. Curley’s Diner, et al, Stamford. Filed by Timothy Armstrong, Stamford. Plaintiff’s attorney: The Blomberg Law Firm LLC, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff suffered food poisoning at the defendants’ diner. As a result, the plaintiff suffered damages. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages for more than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FSTCV-21-6053712-S. Filed Sept. 29. Giamba, Raffaela L., Stamford. Filed by Miia Collingwood, Stamford. Plaintiff’s attorney: Wesley Mark Malowitz, Stamford. Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendant and sustained severe damages and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages for more than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FST-CV-21-6053778-S. Filed Oct. 5.

The Fresh Market of Connecticut Inc., et al, Greensboro, North Carolina. Filed by Heloisa Young, Norwalk. Plaintiff’s attorney: The Flood Law Firm LLC, Middletown. Action: The plaintiff was lawfully on the defendants’ premises when she fell due to a cornstalk display in the parking lot, thereby causing her to suffer injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages for more than $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FST-CV-21-6053571-S. Filed Sept. 21.

DEEDS Commercial 375 Unquowa Road LLC, Fairfield. Seller: Kathryn Anziano and Felix Anziano, South Plainfield, New Jersey. Property: 375 Unquowa Road, Fairfield. Amount: $285,000. Filed Sept. 28. 420 Field Point Propco LLC, Greenwich. Seller: Homestead Associates LLC, Greenwich. Property: 420 Field Point Road, Greenwich. Amount: $N/A. Filed Oct. 28. 43 Park Place Realty Holdings LLC, Greenwich. Seller: Miranda L. Plunkett and Andrew P. Plunkett, Greenwich. Property: Hillside Drive, Greenwich. Amount: $1,525,000. Filed Oct. 25. Brunetti, Catherine, Greenwich. Seller: Ragazzi LLC, Greenwich. Property: 6 Stormy Circle Drive, Greenwich. Amount: $N/A. Filed Oct. 29.

Buxton, Benjamin and Erin Buxton, Ridgefield. Seller: 131 North St. LLC, Greenwich. Property: 131 North St., Stamford. Amount: $1,100,000. Filed Sept. 29.

Panarin, Artemiy, Greenwich. Seller: Yantar LLC, Loxahatchee, Florida. Property: 14 Copper Beech Road, Greenwich. Amount: $N/A. Filed Oct. 28.

Chisholm, Kelly Marie and Brendan Paul Chisholm, Stamford. Seller: Eastside Commons 411 LLC, Stamford. Property: 32 Regent Cottage, Stamford. Amount: $N/A. Filed Sept. 28.

Racanelli, Nicholas and Nazli Racanelli, Fairfield. Seller: 46 Pope Street LLC, Fairfield. Property: 46 Pope St., Fairfield. Amount: $694,900. Filed Sept. 30.

Frandson, Nina, Harrison, New York. Seller: Antika USA, LLC, Greenwich. Property: 116 Pecksland Road, Greenwich. Amount: $1,700,880. Filed Oct. 28.

Ram Real Estate Investment LLC, Norwood, Massachusetts. Seller: Sharon Kiraly, Fairfield. Property: 654 Tunxis Hill Road, Fairfield. Amount: $195,000. Filed Sept. 24.

Greenberg, Richard, Old Greenwich. Seller: 54 Hillcrest Park LLC, Greenwich. Property: 54 Hillcrest Park Road, Old Greenwich. Amount: $1. Filed Oct. 27.

Terry, Michael M. and Heather Terry, Greenwich. Seller: 37 Fairway LLC, Greenwich. Property: 37 Fairway Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $1,700,000. Filed Oct. 28.

Lee, Grace E. and Joseph C. Hung, Stamford. Seller: Buena Vista Greenwich LLC, Greenwich. Property: 45 Buena Vista Drive, Greenwich. Amount: $1. Filed Oct. 25.

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Mantsakanov, Alexander, Bridgeport. Seller: Ninewood Ventures LLC, Trumbull. Property: 847 Holland Hill Road, Fairfield. Amount: $395,000. Filed Sept. 27. New Shore Builders Inc., Jamaica, New York. Seller: Robert B. Bellito and Sandra A. Bellito, Fairfield. Property: Unit 64, The Ridge, Fairfield. Amount: $1,298,250. Filed Sept. 30.

Acevedo, Melvin, New Rochelle, New York. Seller: William J. Collier III, Stamford. Property: 28 Hidden Brook Drive, Stamford. Amount: $900,000. Filed Sept. 28. Alvarez, Fernando and Maria Del Rocio Alvarez, Greenwich. Seller: Angelo Altomari and Phyllis Altomari, Stamford. Property: Lots 13, 14 and 15, Map 427, Cos Cob. Amount: $950,000. Filed Oct. 28. Arancio, Paul, Fairfield. Seller: Louis Mancinelli and Tracy Mancinelli, Fairfield. Property: 10 Pine Creek Ave., Unit 401W, Fairfield. Amount: $1,040,000. Filed Sept. 24.

Facts & Figures Asphar, Barbara and Bradley G. Smith, Bronxville, New York. Seller: Pieter Van Munching, Darien. Property: 200 Hulls Highway, Southport. Amount: $925,000. Filed Sept. 30. Begasse de Dhaem, Olivia, Stamford. Seller: Harpreet S. Arora, Greenwich. Property: Lot 4, Map 12867, Stamford. Amount: $10. Filed Sept. 27. Benish, Justine and George Reis, New York, New York. Seller: George E. Clark Jr. and Elisabeth R. Clark, Southport. Property: Parcel B2, Map 4425, Fairfield. Amount: $1,850,000. Filed Sept. 28. Blasberg, Ronald G. and Janet L. Blasberg, Greenwich. Seller: Ronald G. Blasberg and Janet L. Blasberg, Greenwich. Property: 44 Willowmere Ave., Riverside. Amount: $1. Filed Oct. 25. Chen, Jianduan, Greenwich. Seller: Murray Chodos, Greenwich. Property: 13 Aiken Road, Greenwich. Amount: $3,818,750. Filed Oct. 25. Davis, Charles and Arlie Messmer, New York, New York. Seller: Margaret Brady and Kevin Brady, Fairfield. Property: 35 Quail Run Circle, Fairfield. Amount: $1,420,000. Filed Sept. 28. Destine, Steve and Manoucha Brunit, Stamford. Seller: Haiyu Huang, Stratford. Property: 92 Lafayette St., Unit 6, Stamford. Amount: $370,000. Filed Sept. 29.

DiLorenzo, Frank L. and Agnes S. DiLorenzo, Georgetown, Delaware. Seller: Frank L. DiLorenzo and Agnes S. DiLorenzo, Georgetown, Delaware. Property: 2687 Easton Turnpike, Fairfield. Amount: $1. Filed Sept. 24. Duda, Edward A., Fairfield. Seller: John P. Lydon, Fairfield. Property: 131 Candlewood Road, Fairfield. Amount: $370,000. Filed Sept. 29. Edwards, Carla, Fairfield. Seller: Suzanne Studioso, Fairfield. Property: 545 Winnopoge Drive, Fairfield. Amount: $140,000. Filed Sept. 27.

Leyden, Daniel, Stamford. Seller: John W. Hamara and Kerry M. Hamara, Stamford. Property: 31 Grandview Ave., Stamford. Amount: $575,000. Filed Sept. 28.

Moriguchi, Reiko, Greenwich. Seller: Reiko Moriguchi, Greenwich. Property: 3 Sheldrake Road, Greenwich. Amount: $10. Filed Oct. 28.

Seif, Nancy, Bronx, New York. Seller: Carolyn L. Fisher, Greenwich. Property: Unit 5, ETTL Park Condominium, Greenwich. Amount: $1. Filed Oct. 28.

Yang, Ji Hye Han and Hyuk Jae Yang, Cos Cob. Seller: Sue Ellen Story, Greenwich. Property: 12 Guinea Road, Greenwich. Amount: $1,815,000. Filed Oct. 29.

Lubar, Alexander and Ana Avila Gonzalez, Greenwich. Seller: Mystique E. Johnston and Manuel Mejia-Aoun, Greenwich. Property: 7 Hawkwood Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $10. Filed Oct. 25.

Morizio, Nick, Greenwich. Seller: Peter Csatorday and Elizabeth Csatorday, Old Greenwich. Property: 40 Oak Ridge St., No. 2, Greenwich. Amount: $1,365,000. Filed Oct. 29.

Suarez, Celin, Stamford. Seller: Patricia A. Gladson, Norwalk. Property: 60 Strawberry Hill Ave., Unit 405, Stamford. Amount: $152,000. Filed Sept. 27.

Ye, Elaine, Fairfield. Seller: Samriti Malik, Fairfield. Property: 171 Henderson Road, Fairfield. Amount: $610,000. Filed Sept. 27.

Navarro, German, Stamford. Seller: Ena T. Robalino, Reynoldsburg, Ohio. Property: 69 Cove Road, Unit A1, Stamford. Amount: $159,000. Filed Sept. 28.

Tang, Ailing, White Plains, New York. Seller: Andrew Della Corte, Stamford. Property: 62 Congress St., Stamford. Amount: $650,000. Filed Sept. 28.

Papademetriou, Demetris A. and Jill Jortner, Old Greenwich. Seller: Demetris A. Papademetriou, Old Greenwich. Property: 52 Lockwood Ave., Old Greenwich. Amount: $N/A. Filed Oct. 29.

Varga, Janine N. and James Patrick Giardini, Fairfield. Seller: Brenda A. Varga and Steven J. Varga, Fairfield. Property: 26 Campfield Drive, Fairfield. Amount: $239,000. Filed Sept. 30.

Perley III, Edward P. and Erin Perley, Cos Cob. Seller: Hyuk Jae Yang and Ji Hye Han Yang, Greenwich. Property: 10 Ridge Road, Cos Cob. Amount: $10. Filed Oct. 26.

Walsh, Bridget, Fairfield. Seller: Yohan Selvaratnam and Rushika M. Selvaratnam, Fairfield. Property: 655 Tunxis Hill Road, Fairfield. Amount: $409,000. Filed Sept. 30.

Ragoonanan-Storph, Danelle and Francis Nsaidoo-Storph, Stamford. Seller: Anthony Tarzia, Stamford. Property: 85 Camp Ave., Unit 16D, Stamford. Amount: $465,000. Filed Sept. 28.

Wickwire, Peter Robinson and Rose Polistina Wickwire, Arvada, Colorado. Seller: Daniel J. Schwartz, Stamford. Property: 318 Erskine Road, Stamford. Amount: $830,000. Filed Sept. 29.

Ruello, Peter, Harrison, New York. Seller: Raymond A. Bennett and Alicia G. Bennett, Stamford. Property: 36 Bouton Street West, Stamford. Amount: $525,000. Filed Sept. 28.

Wong, Malia and Gregory Shade, Fairfield. Seller: Stephen N. Geremia, Fairfield. Property: 108 Hulls Highway, Unit 108, Fairfield. Amount: $500,000. Filed Sept. 28.

Mao, Xuejun and Jianghui Song, Greenwich. Seller: James R. McCann and Mary Jane McCann, Brewster, Massachusetts. Property: 61 Hunting Ridge Road, Greenwich. Amount: $2,500,000. Filed Oct. 28.

Fahey, Kevin and Nancy Fahey, Stamford. Seller: Kevin T. Fahey and Nancy K. Fahey, Stamford. Property: 202 Dogwood Lane, Stamford. Amount: $1. Filed Sept. 24.

Mautner, Jane E. and Eric J. Mautner, Greenwich. Seller: Jane E. Mautner, Greenwich. Property: 15 Montgomery Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $1,525,000. Filed Oct. 25.

Fischer, Lana M. and Craig Fischer, Greenwich. Seller: Lana M. Fischer, Greenwich. Property: 20 Highland Place, Greenwich. Amount: $1. Filed Oct. 27.

Melo, Jose E., Norwalk. Seller: John F. Dobrucky Sr., Greenwich. Property: 55 William Street West, Greenwich. Amount: $775,000. Filed Oct. 29.

Jahan, Mohammed S., et al, Sunnyside, New York. Seller: Mustaque Nabi, Stamford. Property: 75 Saint George Ave., Stamford. Amount: $665,000. Filed Sept. 29.

Miller, Alexander, Greenwich. Seller: Maria Carla Schwengler, Stamford. Property: 51 Schuyler Ave., Unit 4B, Stamford. Amount: $238,000. Filed Sept. 28.

Koch, John and Kathleen Koch, Greenwich. Seller: Henry Gasiorowski and Michele Gasiorowski, Greenwich. Property: Unit 1M, Harbor View Condominium, Greenwich. Amount: $10. Filed Oct. 25.

Moore, Brian, Fairfield. Seller: Dorothy E. Carpenter, Fairfield. Property: 52 Adams Road, Fairfield. Amount: $740,000. Filed Sept. 28.

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JUDGMENTS Arteaga, Arnulfo, Stamford. $1,198, in favor of Cavalry SPV I LLC, Valhalla, New York, by Schreiber Law LLC, Salem, New Hampshire. Property: 46 Taylor St., Apt. 203, Stamford. Filed Oct. 18. Currytto, Justin, Stamford. $1,374, in favor of Cavalry SPV I LLC, Valhalla, New York, by Schreiber Law LLC, Salem, New Hampshire. Property: 32 Silver St., Stamford. Filed Oct. 18. Darinzo, Rich, Stamford. $4,767, in favor of Bank of America NA, Charlotte, North Carolina, by Rubin & Rothman, Islandia, New York. Property: 103 E. Hunting Ridge Road, Stamford. Filed Oct. 18. Datthyn, Thomas, Stamford. $7,466, in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Las Vegas, Nevada. by Schreiber Law LLC, Salem, New Hampshire. Property: 205 Hope St., Apt. 2, Stamford. Filed Oct. 18.

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Facts & Figures Green, Herman, Fairfield. $7,470, in favor of Bank of America NA, Charlotte, North Carolina, by Rubin & Rothman, Islandia, New York. Property: 61 Phyfe Road, Fairfield. Filed Oct. 13. Smetak, Vicki, Fairfield. $10,473, in favor of Costello, Brennan, Devidas, Sasso and Sinclair PC, Fairfield, by Costello, Brennan and Devidas PC, Fairfield. Property: 36 Michaela Circle, Fairfield. Filed Oct. 12.

LIENS

GDR Associates Inc., 285 W. Main St., Stamford. $126,120, civil proceeding tax. Filed Oct. 14. Greenwich Soccer Association, 18 Bracchi Drive, Stamford. $29,075, civil proceeding tax. Filed Oct. 14. Guevarguize, Stella, 24 Morgan Ave., Greenwich. $4,151, civil proceeding tax. Filed Sept. 30. Israel Putnam House Association, 243 E. Putnam Ave., Greenwich. $6, civil proceeding tax. Filed Sept. 30.

Federal Tax Liens Filed

Kids In Crisis Inc., 1 Salem St., Cos Cob. $385, civil proceeding tax. Filed Sept. 30.

Bonaiuto, Joseph and Maria Bonaiuto, 30 Bayside Terrace, Riverside. $520, civil proceeding tax. Filed Sept. 30.

Meany, James W., 203 Skyline Lane, Stamford. $6,030, civil proceeding tax. Filed Oct. 14.

Danielsen, Peter L. and Anne Dauer, 61 Park Ave., Greenwich. $447, civil proceeding tax. Filed Sept. 30. Eve & White Properties Inc., 2856 Long Ridge Road, Stamford. $8,332, civil proceeding tax. Filed Oct. 14. Fahey, James P., 26 Hillcrest Road, New Canaan. $7,308, civil proceeding tax. Filed Sept. 30. Fish, Emil, 294 Round Hill Road, Greenwich. $46, civil proceeding tax. Filed Sept. 30.

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Morrell,Jr., William H., 66 Myano Lane, Stamford. $16,600, civil proceeding tax. Filed Oct. 14. Natale, Michael R. and Jeffrey M. Bria, 67 Bible St., Cos Cob. $14, civil proceeding tax. Filed Sept. 30. Pauls Marble Depot LLC, 40 Warshaw Place, Stamford. $26,404, civil proceeding tax. Filed Oct. 14. Rapaport, Martin S., 178 Byram Shore Road, Greenwich. $183, civil proceeding tax. Filed Sept. 30.

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Rifkin, Mark C., and Judith C. Rifkin, 39 Maple Tree Ave., Unit 17, Stamford. $337,021, civil proceeding tax. Filed Oct. 14. Rozier Associates of Norwalk LLC, 356 Strawberry Hill Ave., Stamford. $101,441, civil proceeding tax. Filed Oct. 14. Shamsi, Joshua and Angela Shamsi, 82 Erskine Road, Stamford. $83,253, civil proceeding tax. Filed Oct. 14. Town Hall Annex Corp., 249 Milbank Ave., Greenwich. $179, civil proceeding tax. Filed Sept. 30. Vassell, William, 88 Southfield Ave., Apt. 103, Stamford. $1,121,976, civil proceeding tax. Filed Oct. 14.

LIS PENDENS Alexander, Scott, et al, Greenwich. Filed by McCalla Raymer Liebert Pierce LLC, Hartford, Bank of America NA. Property: 33 Breezemont Ave., Riverside. Action: foreclose defendants’ mortgage. Filed Oct. 5. Baker, Timothy and Christina Baker, Greenwich. Filed by Wofsey, Rosen, Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP, Stamford, for First County Bank. Property: 7 Quintard Ave., Greenwich. Action: foreclose defendants’ mortgage. Filed Sept. 14.

Bank of America, Stamford. Filed by McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for Wilmington Trust, National Association. Property: 166 Oaklawn Ave., Stamford. Action: foreclose defendant’s mortgage. Filed Sept. 9.

Mullins, Dorothy, Stamford. Filed by Gerald S. Knopf, Stamford, for Crosswinds Condominium Association Inc. Property: Unit 6C, The CrossWinds Condominium, Stamford. Action: foreclose defendants’ mortgage. Filed Sept. 21.

Barraza, Teodora, et al, Stamford. Filed by McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for Reliant Loan Servicing LLC. Property: 18 Brown Ave., Unit 34, Stamford. Action: foreclose defendants’ mortgage. Filed Sept. 13.

Mullins, Dorothy, Stamford. Filed by Sandler & Hansen LLC, Middletown, for Rolling Ridge Condominium Association Inc. Property: 50 Aiken St., Unit G235, Norwalk. Action: foreclose defendants’ mortgage. Filed Sept. 23.

Caputo, Frank D. Jr., et al, Greenwich. Filed by Mark Sank & Associates LLC, Stamford, for Mead Avenue Condominium Association Inc, Property: Unit A, Mead Avenue Condominium, Greenwich. Action: foreclose defendants’ mortgage. Filed Sept. 27

Olah, Christine, et al, Fairfield. Filed by McCalla Raymer Liebert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for American Advisors Group. Property: 1249 Pine Creek Road, Fairfield. Action: foreclose defendants’ mortgage. Filed Oct. 5.

Jacinthe, Donald, et al, Stamford. Filed by Vincent J. Freccia III, Stamford, for the city of Stamford. Property: 24 Raymond St., Stamford. Action: foreclose defendants’ mortgage. Filed Sept. 13.

Pogoda, Anna M., et al, Fairfield. Filed by Halloran & Sage LLP, Hartford, for Newtown Savings Bank. Property: Deerfield St., Fairfield. Action: foreclose defendants’ mortgage. Filed Oct. 12

Levine, Candace, et al, Fairfield. Filed by Ganim Legal PC, Bridgeport, for Julie Ganim, et al. Property: 1160 Reef Road, Fairfield. Action: foreclose defendants’ mortgage. Filed Oct. 4.

Princiotti, Frank T., Stamford. Filed by McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for Cascade Funding Mortgage Trust HB4, Property: 20 Francis Ave., Stamford. Action: foreclose defendants’ mortgage. Filed Sept. 9.

Lines III, Henry B., et al, Greenwich. Filed by Wofsey, Rosen, Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP, Stamford, for First County Bank. Property: 57 Chapel St., Greenwich. Action: foreclose defendants’ mortgage. Filed Sept. 14.

Widower, Heirs, et al, Stamford. Filed by Ackerly & Ward, Stamford, for Kingswood Condominium Association Inc. Property: Unit 2, The Kingswood Condominium, Stamford. Action: foreclose defendants’ mortgage. Filed Sept. 20.

Widower, Heirs, et al, Stamford. Filed by Ackerly & Ward, Stamford, for Linden House Association Inc. Property: Unit 19B, Linden House Condominium, Stamford. Action: foreclose defendants’ mortgage. Filed Sept. 20.

MORTGAGES 15 Deer Park Meadow Road LLC, Greenwich, by Gabriela Rosado. Lender: JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, 3050 Highland Pkwy., Fourth floor, Downers Grove, Illinois. Property: 15 Deer Park Meadow Road, Greenwich. Amount: $7,475,000. Filed Sept. 17. Balavander, Brett M. and Kristen Balavender, Fairfield, by Cynthia M. Salemme-Riccio. Lender: Better Mortgage Corp. ISAOA, 175 Greenwich St., 59th floor, New York, New York. Property: 88 Homefair Drive, Fairfield. Amount: $590,935. Filed Sept. 22. Barreto Pintado, Wilson R. and Elizabeth D. Olivares, Fairfield, by Antoinette R. Kaine. Lender: Panorama Mortgage Group LLC, 350 S. Rampart Blvd., Suite 310, Las Vegas, Nevada. Property: 54 Raymonds Circle, Fairfield. Amount: $359,100. Filed Sept. 21. Beltran, Jayson and Daphnie Beltran, Stamford, by Wilma Vitale. Lender: Better Mortgage Corp. ISAOA, 175 Greenwich St., 59th floor, New York, New York. Property: 44 Strawberry Hill Ave., 5L, Stamford. Amount: $237,336. Filed Sept. 24.

Facts & Figures Buck, Courtney C. and Susan A. Buck, Fairfield, by Benjamin A. Saavedra. Lender: Loandepot.com LLC, 26642 Towne Centre Drive, Foothill Ranch, California. Property: 123 Papurah Road, Fairfield. Amount: $580,400. Filed Sept. 23. Certilman, Lindsay K. and Brett A. Hoffman, Greenwich, by Aleksandr Y Troyb. Lender: KeyBank National Association, 127 Public Square, Cleveland, Ohio. Property: 106 Florence Road, Riverside. Amount: $821,250. Filed Sept. 16. Dallau, Danielle L. and Christopher Dallau, Fairfield, by Gundel Spirit. Lender: Bank of America NA, 100 North Tryon St., Charlotte, North Carolina. Property: 26 Rock Major Road, Fairfield. Amount: $169,000. Filed Sept. 20. Dedvukaj, Tone and Paul Dedvukaj, Greenwich, by Jeremy E. Kaye. Lender: Litchfield Bancorp, 294 West St., Litchfield. Property: 15 Robin Place, Old Greenwich. Amount: $1,000,000. Filed Sept. 20. EEK LLC, Greenwich, by Vicki K. Johnson. Lender: First Republic Bank, 111 Pine St., San Francisco, California. Property: 25 Field Point Drive, Greenwich. Amount: $8,693,750. Filed Sept. 21. Fisher, Mark, Stamford, by James Kavanagh. Lender: The First Bank of Greenwich, 444 E. Putnam Ave., Cos Cob. Property: 11 Avery St., Stamford. Amount: $516,750. Filed Sept. 21.

Greco, Jason, Fairfield, by Melissa A. Tharp. Lender: Rocket Mortgage LLC, 1050 Woodward Ave., Detroit, Michigan. Property: 37 Bridget Lane, Fairfield. Amount: $627,000. Filed Sept. 24. Gulotta, Sarah Elizabeth, Fairfield, by Timothy H. Geraghty. Lender: Total Mortgage Services LLC, 185 Plains Road, Milford. Property: 138 Toilsome Hill Road, Fairfield. Amount: $700,000. Filed Sept. 23. Haden, Mark C. and Maribel Rivera Haden, Stamford, by Scott Rogalski. Lender: Bank of America NA, 101 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, North Carolina. Property: 965 Sunset Road, Stamford. Amount: $350,000. Filed Sept. 20. Haydu, Sandor Anthony, Stamford, by Jamila Virgil. Lender: Freedom Mortgage Corp., 951 Yamato Road, Suite 175, Boca Raton, Florida. Property: 143 Soundview Cottage, Stamford. Amount: $371,700. Filed Sept. 23. Holms, Brigid, Fairfield, by Brigid Ambrose. Lender: Wells Fargo Bank NA, 101 North Phillips Ave., Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Property: 347 Wheeler Park Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $262,720. Filed Sept. 22. Laungayan, Maria Arlene and Danilo Laungayan, Greenwich, by Howard R. Bolfe. Lender: JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, 1111 Polaris Pkwy., Columbus, Ohio. Property: 36 Almira Drive, Greenwich. Amount: $883,000. Filed Sept. 20.

Lions Courage Corp., Fairfield, by Dr. David Lehel. Lender: LendSure Mortgage Corp., 16959 Bernardo Center Drive, Suite 102, San Diego, California. Property: 320 Partridge Lane, Fairfield. Amount: $416,000. Filed Sept. 24.

Reeder IV, Robert W., Greenwich, by Marc J. Grenier. Lender: Broker Solutions Inc, 14511 Myford Road, No. 100, Tustin, California. Property: 49 Riverside Ave., Riverside. Amount: $300,000. Filed Sept. 16.

Watson, R. Brandon and Patricia W. Watson, Stamford, by Faranak Hojjat. Lender: People’s United Bank NA, 850 Main St., Bridgeport. Property: 349 Hycliff Terrace, Stamford. Amount: $215,000. Filed Sept. 21.

Lupo, Jonathan J. and Kate Lupo, Greenwich, by Wilma Vitale. Lender: Citizens Bank NA, 1 Citizens Plaza, Providence, Rhode Island, Property: 361 Field Point Road, Greenwich. Amount: $800,000. Filed Sept. 17.

Santarsiero, Dominick L. and Lia Santarsiero, Stamford, by Elizabeth Carmen Castillo. Lender: Webster Bank NA, 145 Bank St., Waterbury. Property: 22 Stanwick Place, Stamford. Amount: $70,000. Filed Sept. 22.

Zatuchney, David, Stamford, by Scott Rogalski. Lender: Better Mortgage Corp. ISAOA, 175 Greenwich St., 59th floor, New York, New York. Property: 362 Haviland Road, Stamford. Amount: $411,762. Filed Sept. 22.

Morrison, Bruce and Dale Morrison, Greenwich, by Jeremy E. Kaye. Lender: Wells Fargo Bank NA, 101 N. Phillips Ave., Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Property: 523 E. Putnam Ave., No. A, Cos Cob. Amount: $1,100,000. Filed Sept. 21.

Shavers, Andrew F. and Janet E. Shavers, Stamford, by Nicola Corea. Lender: Rocket Mortgage LLC, 1050 Woodward Ave., Detroit, Michigan. Property: 1 Southfield Ave., Apt 401, Stamford. Amount: $124,700. Filed Sept. 20.

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Morrow, Richard Patrick, Fairfield, by Nicola Corea. Lender: Newrez LLC, 1100 Virginia Drive, Suite 125, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania. Property: 157 Andrassy Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $482,000. Filed Sept. 21.

Sheppard, Kelly and Tiffaney Sheppard, Fairfield, by Melissa A. Tharp. Lender: JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, 1111 Polaris Pkwy., Columbus, Ohio. Property: 580 Reef Road, Fairfield. Amount: $649,000. Filed Sept. 20.

Pelazza, John A. and Dawn E. Pelazza, Stamford, by Thomas S. Groth. Lender: Nationstar Mortgage LLC, 8950 Cypress Waters Blvd., Dallas, Texas. Property: 107 Woodridge Drive, Stamford. Amount: $420,000. Filed Sept. 23.

Thomas, Charles A. and Marianne Thomas, Stamford, by Jeffrey G. Lane. Lender: Citibank NA, 1000 Technology Drive, O’Fallon, Missouri. Property: 62 Mill Valley Lane, Stamford. Amount: $1,005,000. Filed Sept. 24.

Pettei, Edward, Greenwich, by Tom S. Ward Jr. Lender: JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, 1111 Polaris Pkwy., Columbus, Ohio. Property: 38 Taconic Road, Greenwich. Amount: $1,600,000. Filed Sept. 16.

Umur, Serdar M. and Heidi Elizabeth Umur, Greenwich, by Ann Brown. Lender: Better Mortgage Corp. ISAOA, 175 Greenwich St., 59th floor, New York, New York. Property: 43 Harold St., Unit A, Cos Cob. Amount: $463,753. Filed Sept. 17.

A2A Studio, 47 Euclid Ave., Stamford 06902, c/o Allan R. Wahler. Filed Sept. 29. Andrea Pane Photography, 45 Church St., Unit 2J, Stamford 06906, c/o Andrea Pane. Filed Sept. 27. Berkowitz Hanna Malpractice & Injury, 1177 Summer St., Fourth floor, Stamford 06901, c/o Russell J. Berkowitz. Filed Sept. 29. Capital Home Protection, 812 Norwood St., Fort Worth, Texas 76107, c/o Capital Auto Protection Services LLC. Filed Sept. 27.

Grace African Hair Braiding, 123-135 W. Main St., Stamford 06902, c/o Adjo C. Aclassato. Filed Sept. 30. Grace African Hair Braiding, 123-135 W. Main St., Stamford 06902, c/o Kossi Aclassato. Filed Sept. 30. Growing Minds Daycare & Learning C., 228 Seaton Road, Apt 1, Stamford 06902, c/o Nadege Medoit Jean. Filed Sept. 29. Hired Gun, 35 Duffy St., Unit B, Stamford 06902, c/o Peter Buonocore. Filed Sept. 28. Hr Financial Solutions LLC, 25 Third St., No. 306, Stamford 06905, c/o Renee Prosper. Filed Sept. 23. Kalasam, 238 Glenbrook Road, Apt. 32A, Stamford 06906, c/o Priya Vijayaragavan. Filed Sept. 27. KBM Construction LLC, 137 Spruce St., Stamford 06902, c/o Beverly McGregor. Filed Sept. 28. Oliveri Architectural Glass, 130 Lenox Ave., Suite 30, Stamford 06906, c/o Garda Vetro LLC. Filed Oct. 1.

Consumers Choice, 13 Birch Drive, Stamford 06902, c/o Tatiana Price. Filed Oct. 1.

Oncohealth, 6 Landmark Square, Fourth floor, Stamford 06901, c/o Oncology Analytics Inc. Filed Sept. 28.

Connecticut Jags, 59 Glen Ave., Stamford 06906, c/o Rita Jags Softball LLC. Filed Oct. 4.

One Financial Solution LLC, 25 Third St., No. 306, Stamford 06905, c/o Renee Prosper. Filed Sept. 23.

Cyber Security Consulting Services LLC, 5 Hillandale Ave., Stamford 06902, c/o Imtiaz Allie. Filed Sept. 29.

Partay, 700 Canal St., First floor, Stamford 06902, c/o Azure Bev Co, LLC. Filed Oct. 1. Simple Sharing, 133 Tresser Blvd., Apt 14D, Stamford 06901, c/o Jacques Morency. Filed Oct. 4. Sligo Creek Artisans, 84 Clearview Ave., Stamford 06907, c/o Andrew P. Damon. Filed Sept. 28.

PATENTS Lubrication systems for transmissions. Patent no. 11,168,782 issued to Dylan Dziuba, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk.

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LEGAL NOTICES NewMark Focus Solutions LLC Art. of Org. filed with NY Secretary of State on October 1, 2021. Office located in WESTCHESTER COUNTY. Secy. Of State designated as agent upon which process may be served. Secy. Of State shall mail a copy of any process against it served upon him/her to: 3080 Weston Lane Yorktown Hts., NY 10598 (the LLCs primary business location). LLC may engage in any lawful act or activity for which a limited liability company may be formed. #62982 NAF LINDEN LLC. Filed 10/1/2020. Office: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: 1274 49TH STREET, 14, BROOKLYN, NY 11219. Purpose: General. #62983 Model Elevator LLC. Filed 7/13/21 Office: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: 56 Sagamore Rd, Suite 2B, Bronxville, NY 10708 Purpose: All lawful #62984 1011 & 1013 Adee Avenue LLC. Filed 3/18/21 Office: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: 35 Overhill Rd, New Rochelle, NY 10804 Purpose: All lawful #62985 Cathy Migden Real Estate LLC. Filed 8/19/21 Office: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: 21 Croton Lake Rd, Unit 23, Katonah, NY 10536 Purpose: All lawful #62986 Mepa Capital LLC Art of Org. filed with the SSNY on 09/30/2021.Office: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC. Meiliana Paldino 201 Maple Ave Mamaroneck, NY 10543 Purpose: Any lawful purpose. #62988

Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company. Name: 319 CONNECTICUT LLC (LLC). Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSNY) on October 8, 2021. NY office location: Westchester County. The SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to 319 Connecticut LLC, c/o CityLight Realty One LLC, 66 Palmer Avenue, Suite 33B, Bronxville New York 10708. Purpose/character of LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity. #62989 Notice of Formation of ACM General Contracting LLC. Art. Of Org. filed with SSNY on October 9, 2021. Office Location: Westchester County, NY. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: c/o Anthony A Custodio Marte, 1975 Crompond Rd, Cortlandt Manor NY 10567. Purpose: any lawful purpose. #62990 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC). NAME: E. D 15, LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 09/23/21. Office location: Westchester County. Kristen N. Gizzi, Esq. has been designated as Agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The post office address within or without the State to which the SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the Company served upon him or her is: 201 Saw Mill River Road, Yonkers NY 10701. The Company was formed for any lawful business purpose or purposes permitted under the NY LLC Act. #62991 27 Grandview Ave Realty Co LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) 8/4/2021. Cty: Westchester. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to 27 Grandview Dr., Mt. Kisco, NY 10549. General Purpose #62992

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Notice of Formation of LLC. Technostrobe Offshore Solutions, LLC (LLC) filed Arts. of Org. with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 10/15/2021. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process may be served and SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at c/o United Corporate Services, Inc., 10 Bank Street, Suite 560, White Plains, New York 10606. Purpose: any business permitted under law. #62993 Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company. Name: 319 CONNECTICUT LLC (LLC). Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSNY) on October 8, 2021. NY office location: Westchester County. The SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to 319 Connecticut LLC, c/o CityLight Realty One LLC, 66 Palmer Avenue, Suite 33B, Bronxville New York 10708. Purpose/character of LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity. #62994 Mepa Consulting LLC Art of Org. filed with the SSNY on 09/30/2021. Office: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC. Meiliana Paldino 201 Maple Ave Mamaroneck , NY 10543 Purpose: Any lawful purpose. #62995 Gill Gross Media LLC Art of Org. filed with the SSNY on 05/05/2021. Office: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, LEGALCORP SOLUTIONS 11 BROADWAY SUITE 615 NEW YORK, NY 10004 Purpose: Any lawful purpose. #62996

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC). NAME: Neuw Home LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 10/04/21. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY has been designated as the agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: Neuw Home LLC, 80 Howard St, Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591, principal business location of the LLC. Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity within the purposes for which limited liability companies may be organized.Name of the Limited Liability Company (LLC): Neuw Home LLC #62997 Sainvil & Associates, LLC filed w/SSNY 09/17/21. The LLC is located in Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to P.O. Box 1351, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. #62998 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC). NAME: MSML 1985, LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 07/08/2021. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: The LLC, 61 Shoreview Dr. Yonkers NY 10710, principal business location of the LLC. Purpose: any lawful business activity. #62999 Notice of Formation of INTI WELLNESS LLC Art. Of Org. filed with SSNY on 06/03/2023. Offc. Loc: Westchester Cty. SSNY design. as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC,150 E POST RD WHITE PLAINS NY 10601. Purpose: any lawful purpose. #63001

Sealed bids will be received as set forth in Instructions to Bidders (https:// www.dot.ny.gov/bids-and-lettings/construction-contractors/important-info) until 10:30 A.M. on Thursday, December 16, 2021 at the NYSDOT, Office of Contract Management, 50 Wolf Rd, 1st Floor, Suite 1CM, Albany, NY 12232 and will be publicly opened and read. Maps, Plans and Specifications may be seen at Electronic documents and Amendments which are posted to www.dot.ny.gov/doing-business/opportunities/const-notices. The New York State Department of Transportation, in accordance with the Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation, Subtitle A, Office the Secretary, Part 21, Nondiscrimination in Federally-assisted programs of the Department of Transportation and Title 23 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 200, Title IV Program and Related Statutes, as amended, issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all who respond to a written Department solicitation, request for proposal or invitation for bid that it will affirmatively insure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability/handicap and income status in consideration for an award. BIDDERS SHOULD BE ADVISED THAT AWARD OF THESE CONTRACTS MAY BE CONTINGENT UPON THE PASSAGE OF A BUDGET APPROPRIATION BILL BY THE LEGISLATURE AND GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK. Please call (518)457-2124 if a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the letting. Region 08: New York State Department of Transportation 4 Burnett Blvd., Poughkeepsie, NY, 12603 D264523, PIN 876232, Orange, Rockland Cos., Culvert Rehabilitation and Replacement. - Lower Rd (CR12) over tributary to Wallkill River & Wesley Chapel Rd over Willow Tree Brook. - 2018 BRIDGE NY ROUND 2 - CULVERT BUNDLE 5., Bid Deposit: 5% of Bid (~ $75,000.00), Goals: MBE: 9.00%, WBE: 13.00%, SDVOB: 6.00%

Sealed bids will be received as set forth in Instructions to Bidders (https:// www.dot.ny.gov/bids-and-lettings/construction-contractors/important-info) until 10:30 A.M. on Thursday, December 02, 2021 at the NYSDOT, Office of Contract Management, 50 Wolf Rd, 1st Floor, Suite 1CM, Albany, NY 12232 and will be publicly opened and read. Maps, Plans and Specifications may be seen at Electronic documents and Amendments which are posted to www.dot. ny.gov/doing-business/opportunities/const-notices. The New York State Department of Transportation, in accordance with the Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d4 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation, Subtitle A, Office the Secretary, Part 21, Nondiscrimination in Federally-assisted programs of the Department of Transportation and Title 23 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 200, Title IV Program and Related Statutes, as amended, issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all who respond to a written Department solicitation, request for proposal or invitation for bid that it will affirmatively insure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability/handicap and income status in consideration for an award. BIDDERS SHOULD BE ADVISED THAT AWARD OF THESE CONTRACTS MAY BE CONTINGENT UPON THE PASSAGE OF A BUDGET APPROPRIATION BILL BY THE LEGISLATURE AND GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK. Please call (518)457-2124 if a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the letting. Region 08: New York State Department of Transportation 4 Burnett Blvd., Poughkeepsie, NY, 12603 D264659, PIN 803048, FA Proj Z0E1-8030-483, Rockland Co., Paving Route 59 from Route 303 to Route 9W & Sidewalk Improvements at West Broadway, Bid Deposit: 5% of Bid (~ $125,000.00), Goals: DBE: 10.00% D264683, PIN DRC121, FA Proj Z24E-DRC1-214, Bronx, Dutchess, Kings, Nassau, New York, Orange, Putnam, Queens, Richmond, Rockland, Suffolk, Westchester Cos., Debris Removal Throughout Downstate New York., Bid Deposit: 5% of Bid (~ $375,000.00), Goals: DBE: 10.00%

LEGAL NOTICES Notice of Formation of Universal Moms, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 10/15/21. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Chanell & Katherine, PO Box 462, 119 Pondfield Rd, Bronxville New York 10708. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. #63002 NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 08/24/2021. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 7014 13th Avenue, Suite 202, Brooklyn, NY 11228. Notice of Formation of The Ink Effect, LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. #63003 Notice is hereby given that a license, a number pending, for beer, wine, cider and liquor has been applied for by Primitiva, LLC to sell beer, wine, cider and liquor at 422 Old Post Road, Bedford, NY 10506 in a retail in a Tavern/Restaurant under the Alcohol Beverage Control Law at for on premises consumption. #63005 Randy and Eric Holdings LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) 4/22/2021. Cty: Westchester. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to 1879 Crompond Rd., apt. E4, Peekskill, NY 10566. General Purpose #63006 Notice is hereby given that a Tavern Wine license, #TBA has been applied for by 200 West Main Catering, LLC d/b/a Hampton Inn White Plains Tarrytown to sell beer and wine at retail in an on premises establishment. For on premises consumption under the ABC law at 200 W. Main St Elmsford NY 10523. #63007

Notice is hereby given that an on-premise license, #TBA has been applied for by El Parralito Restaurant 2 Inc to sell beer, wine, cider and liquor at retail in an on premises establishment. For on premises consumption under the ABC law at 139 S. Main Street Port Chester NY 10573. #63008

Notice of Formation of Pro Serrano Painting LLC Art. Of Org. filed with SSNY on 10/13/21. Offc. Loc: Westchester Cty. SSNY desig. as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 22 Cabot Ave, Elmsford, NY 10523. Purpose: any lawful purpose. #63016

Notice of Formation of Slater Property Group. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 07.25.21. Office Location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Slater Property Group, 516 Forest Ave., New Rochelle, New York 10804. Purpose: any lawful purpose. #63010

Four Brothers General Contracting Co LLC. Filed 9/1/21 Office: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: 10 Old Mamaroneck Rd 1F, White Plains, NY 10605 Purpose: All lawful #63020

Notice of Formation of WLJP CONSULTING LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/02/2021. Office location: Westchester County. Princ. Office of LLC: c/o Wilton Jarrett 38 Claremont Place, Mt. Vernon, NY 10553. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at the address of its principle office. Purpose: Any lawful activity. #63011 Notice of Formation of WLJ CONSTRUCTION LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/02/2021. Office location: Westchester County. Princ. Office of LLC: c/o Wilton Jarrett 38 Claremont Place, Mt. Vernon, NY 10553. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at the address of its principle office. Purpose: Any lawful activity. #63012

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PAY SPECIAL ATTENTION TO EMPLOYEES DURING COVID-19 RECOVERY You need to make sure that they’re healthy and you need to make sure that there’s a sense that you as an employer have their best interests at heart. However, you will find there are circumstances with the potential for employer liability. There are quite a few State, Federal and NYC employment laws you need to be very sensitive to in terms of whether you can compel somebody to come to work…” (Excerpted from the Westchester County Business Journal, Aug. 3.)

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Millennial & Gen Z

AWARDS 2021

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Millennial & Gen Z

AWARDS 2021

Millennials represent half of the workforce and it’s predicted that by 2025, Gen Z will make up about 27% of the workforce in the world. Many individuals from this generation are coming of age and establishing their place in society. The awards celebrate this new era in the workforce and recognize some individuals who are leaving their footprints in the technology and business communities of Westchester and Fairfield counties. Congratulations to all of tonights winners! PROGRAM: 5:30 - 6:15 pm: Cocktail hour Cocktails • Buffet • Networking and Vendors 6:20 - 7:30 pm: Awards ceremony & Keynote Speaker Rooting for the young emerging professional leaders in our region! 7:30 - 8 pm: Closing Dessert, coffee and tea 8:30 - 9:30 pm: Afterparty Join us for drink specials at Towne Parlor, 112 Bedford St, Stamford, CT

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AUSTIN MCCHORD AUSTIN MCCHORD is the founder and former CEO of Datto, an innovative provider of comprehensive backup, recovery and business continuity solutions. He led Datto from its inception through its acquisition by Vista Equity Partners in 2017, and subsequent IPO in 2020. McChord is a Forbes 30 Under 30, was named Ernst & Young Technology Entrepreneur of the Year in 2016 and earned recognition as one of the nation’s top 50 philanthropists in 2017. He holds several patents and has been a featured keynote speaker at national technology conferences. In June 2020, McChord became the CEO of Casana, a health care technology startup with a mission to transform care management for patients with chronic conditions.

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JUDGES

ANTHONY R. DAVIDSON ANTHONY R. DAVIDSON is a visionary leader, growth agent, consultant and award-winning educator who draws upon a distinctive combination of experiences as a dean, professor and entrepreneur to establish excellence and build consensus while generating new growth opportunities. He is recognized as a strategic thinker whose multidisciplinary expertise enables him to solve complex challenges using innovative approaches that align with organizational objectives. He has more than 35 years of consulting experience to C-level management of corporations, not-forprofits and government in the technology, education, finance, health care, consumer products, telecommunications, travel, manufacturing, construction, oil, publishing and entertainment industries. After 15 years of teaching and developing curricula at major universities, he was recruited by New York University where he became the founding dean of the SCPS division of programs in business. Davidson promoted lifelong learning by building connections among education and industry at all levels, from graduate and undergraduate to postgraduate and executive. He developed rigorous, cross-disciplinary, globally focused on-site and online curricula that were attuned to market demands resulting in it becoming the highest-performing division in the school. Subsequently Davidson was recruited by Manhattanville College where he redesigned its graduate and undergraduate programs, each with a new focus and specific career path geared toward current and aspiring business professionals that led to his founding of a School of Business. The international appeal of the new curricula convinced the government of the Dominican Republic to fully sponsor 60 high-performing Dominican students to go to his school for their graduate education. Davidson also created and launched a widely acclaimed Women’s Leadership Institute with annual conferences and a certificate program designed by women for women. In August 2016, following a national search, Davidson was appointed Dean of Fordham University’s School of Professional and Continuing Studies and within four months launched a Real Estate Institute with a notable advisory council comprised of industry-leading, professionals. In addition to three master’s degrees that have received industry acclaim and market popularity, it currently offers graduate certificates and several professional certificates. After one year, Davidson’s strategies resulted in the school’s first year-over-year increase in revenue and enrollments in many years, a trend that has continued to date and, along with other growth initiatives, resulted in a doubling of the school’s revenues after just three years. Davidson is currently expanding his reach to locations in London; England; Beijing, China; and Pretoria, South Africa, launching programs in business, real estate and applied health informatics. He is the author or co-author of numerous invited presentations and papers and has been featured as an expert in articles and on many television and radio shows in segments dedicated to business, e-learning, education and professional development. He holds a BBA in marketing, an MBA in business policy/finance and a Ph.D. in management and systems science. Davidson sits on a number of advisory boards and lists the Literati Award for Excellence and a doctor of humane letters among his various honors.

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MICHELLE LIPPOLIS MICHELLE LIPPOLIS, director of marketing for Lippolis Electric Inc., is responsible for developing marketing strategics, managing social media, community outreach, sponsorships and so much more. Lippolis Electric has been a part of Michelle’s life since the day she was born. Growing up she watched her father and uncle work hard in order to create the successful company they have today. It was destined for Michelle to end up working for the family business. She is the third generation of the Lippolis family working at Lippolis Electric.

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JESSICA APICELLA

JENNIFER APICELLA

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An account director at Buzz Creators with more than 11 years of experience in public relations and marketing, Jessica Apicella has a strong passion for helping clients create and enhance their brands through strategic public relations, marketing and events. At Buzz Creators, Jessica assists clients with developing strategic PR campaigns, media relations, social media, writing and editing, grand openings and special events, thought leadership, advertising, graphics design, branding and more. She and the Buzz Creators team leverage their PR, social media and marketing expertise to help national and regional businesses as well as nonprofits increase their visibility. Clients include HEINEKEN USA, CareMount Medical; Barrie House Coffee Roasters; Ridge Hill; WestHab; ProHEALTH Dental; Westchester County Association; Stamford Symphony and many more. Jessica graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Muhlenberg College in Allentown, Pennsylvania, majoring in both media and communications and psychology. She also serves as a board member of the Child Care Council of Westchester. Passionate about supporting the local community and fresh food, on weekends you can find her managing the TaSH Farmers Market where she lives in Tarrytown, New York.

As a new business account executive at Levitt Fuirst Associates Ltd., Jennifer Apicella specializes in commercial real estate insurance with a concentration in habitational risks. Her focus is on new opportunities resulting in overall agency growth. Jennifer’s combination of dedication and enthusiasm for her work creates a unique passion for her professional endeavors. With more than 10 years of experience in the commercial and personal insurance industry, Jennifer utilizes her relationships with colleagues and underwriters in the field to yield successful results. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Penn., majoring in political science. She resides in Westchester County where she enjoys spending time with her fiancé and their two rescue dogs.

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WINNERS

ENRICO COSTANTINI

KYLE FALLON

Partner FLW LAW, PLLC

Credit Analyst I FIRST COUNTY BANK

With a focus on commercial and residential real estate, land use, zoning and commercial transactions, Rick Constantini represents prominent developers, landlords, tenants and lenders in transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leases and financing. He also represents national hospitality groups, local businesses, municipalities and individuals that require counsel related to real estate and business matters. An experienced transactional lawyer, Rick structures and closes deals to protect his clients’ goals both efficiently and cost effectively. He delivers practical solutions to the most complex development projects, financing matters and lease agreements. He also represents small businesses in a variety of ways, including business organization and governance, acquisitions and stock and asset sales. He regularly counsels clients on all aspects of a business’ lifecycle and provides a creative and cost-effective approach to deal-making. Rick resolves zoning and land-use issues for commercial and residential development projects of all sizes and complexity. He is particularly adept at understanding these hurdles and solving them to the satisfaction of both his clients and the commissions and boards that approve them. He regularly appears before various municipal agencies, boards and commissions across Connecticut. Rick has worked on some of the firm’s notable projects, including the Norwalk Art Space, Garavel Subaru’s new dealership under construction on Main Avenue in Norwalk, and Maplewood Senior Living Westport.

A May 2020 graduate of the University of Miami Herbert Business School, where he majored in finance and minored in accounting and classics, Kyle Fallon previously worked as a seasonal bank teller and community banking intern at First County Bank while enrolled in his undergraduate studies. After graduation, he began working in his current role as a credit analyst at First County Bank. He is continuing his education at the Connecticut School of Finance and Management, with an expected graduation in April 2023. Kyle is a resident of Stamford, Connecticut.

We congratulate Litigation Attorney Thomas S. Lambert and all recipients of the 2021 Millennial & Gen Z Awards.

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ROBERT HAYES

TOM LAMBERT

Owner/Operator BEECHMONT TAVERN

Commercial Litigation Attorney PULLMAN & COMLEY LLC

Robert Hayes owns The Beechmont Tavern, the awardwinning restaurant serving the best wings in Westchester. He began as a busboy at The Beechmont at age 18 and continued working there while he attended Iona College. He advanced to server, bartender, manager and in 2018, sole owner. Robert uses social media to interact with clientele, offering unique specials and codes on Instagram and special Snapchat-only offers for events and merchandise. He attends the Nightclub & Bar Show in Las Vegas annually to stay ahead of trends, and supports and serves local beer and cider brewers. Robert is a board member of the Iona Alumni Association and the Huguenot and New Rochelle Historical Association. He is an executive board member of New Rochelle Pride and at age 28 he became the youngest president of the New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce, now serving his second term. He supports local PTAs; NRHS teams; Iona College teams and clubs; HOPE Community Services; WestCOP; the Boys & Girls Club; New Rochelle Police Department National Night Out; Toys for Tots; Stockings for Soldiers; and New Rochelle Chamber events, including its Street Fair, Thanksgiving Parade, Holiday Tree Lighting — in which he annually sponsors the Christmas tree — and more. During the pandemic, Hayes was a participant in the city’s NourishALL Program and Westchester County’s Community Table Project supplying meals to the food insecure. He helped supply and deliver food (often delivering himself) to first responders and hospital workers. His achievements have been recognized by the city of New Rochelle and Westchester County. He graduated from Iona College in 2011 with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice.

Clients looking for high-quality solutions to their litigation challenges are represented by Tom Lambert, who regularly assists them in reaching resolution of their litigation matters through zealous courtroom advocacy. Tom has a wide range of experience in representing individuals and businesses in both state and federal court, as well as probate court. He represents clients in all phases of litigation in multiple practice areas, including commercial litigation, insurance coverage disputes, complex personal injury, probate disputes and construction litigation. Tom has successfully defended numerous cases to their conclusion, regularly resolving cases through dispositive motion practice, settlement negotiation and mediation, arbitration, and trial. Tom has also dedicated himself to the practice of law, both within the firm and in the Fairfield County area, where he was born and raised. Since 2019, he has served as the chair of the Civil Litigation Committee of the Fairfield County Bar Association and was elected to its Board of Directors in 2020, as well as the Connecticut Defense Lawyers Association’s Board of Directors in 2021. Tom is a 2021 Presidential Fellow of the Connecticut Bar Association. He maintains an active pro bono practice and is committed to public service as a candidate for Fairfield’s Representative Town Meeting.

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JESSICA LANE

KRISTEN MOTEL

Luxury Real Estate Advisor, Director of Operations NEST SEEKERS INTERNATIONAL Savvy, skillful, with unmatched work ethic, Jessica Lane is a fresh of breath air in the Greenwich real estate scene. She is a full-time real estate advisor and has successfully represented both buyers and sellers in a variety of situations — from first-time home buyers to investors to international relocations. She prides herself in her ability to provide honest and data-driven advice stemming from almost 10 years of industry experience. Jessica is a part of the three-person Nest Seekers ultraluxury team in Greenwich, Conn., and has overseen more than $150 million dollars of residential real estate transactions. She was born at Greenwich Hospital and grew up between Greenwich and Purchase/Rye, New York. She moved to the Park Slope area of Brooklyn to pursue her career in the corporate real estate sector, then decided to move back to the suburbs to work in a boutique service model setting that encouraged creative solutions. In her off time, she can be found under the shade at Tod’s Point with a good book or hiking one of the area’s many nature preserves. Jessica is a proud Lupus Foundation advocate and she donates a portion of her commission to her clients’ charity of choice.

Attorney CUDDY & FEDER LLP An associate in the land use, zoning and development, energy and environmental and telecommunications groups at Cuddy & Feder LLP, Kristen Motel’s practice includes federal, state and local environmental permitting and compliance, real estate development and wireless telecommunications siting. Prior to becoming an attorney, she worked as an environmental consultant serving as a compliance advisor for clients. Her practice also includes advising clients in the emerging field of cannabis law. An active member of the Westchester County Bar Association’s Cannabis Law Committee and the Hudson Valley Cannabis Industry Association, Kristen helps coordinate the progression of legal services needed to bring cannabis businesses from idea to reality. She serves on the firm’s diversity committee and is co-chair of the Summer Associate Program, and advances the firm’s diversity initiatives and its commitment to recruiting, retaining and promoting diverse attorneys and staff. Her unique perspectives have helped close the generational divide to attract and retain the best talent by understanding how to motivate the youngest generation of lawyers. Kristen is a member of the Westchester Women’s Bar Association where she has served as vice president and state director, and as a member of the environmental and land use and new lawyers committees. She mentors Pace Law School students to positively impact the development of the legal profession. Kristen and her son reside in North Salem, New York and enjoy flower gardening together.

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MICHAEL REED

TIFFANY WYSZKOWSKI

Counsel YANKWITT LLP

Audit and Assurance Senior Manager DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP

Focusing his practice on complex federal litigation, with an emphasis on employment litigation, Michael Reed has served as counsel in national class and collective actions, as well as individual litigations and arbitrations. He has successfully resolved complex employment matters that could have otherwise bankrupted his clients. Michael is known as a creative problem-solver and a pragmatic advisor. Prior to joining Yankwitt LLP, he practiced at Am Law 100 and Kirkland & Ellis, where he represented BP in the governmental investigations that arose out of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. He also served as a law clerk to William J. Martini, U.S. District judge for the District of New Jersey. Recognized as a thought leader in employment law, Michael has lectured extensively throughout the country on the topic and has written articles on overtime law, federal practice and procedure, choice of law and arbitration for the New York Law Journal, the New Jersey Law Journal, Bloomberg Law Insights and Westchester Lawyer. He also holds leader positions within the New York State and Westchester County bar associations. Michael has been recognized for his accomplishments by being named to New York Metro Super Lawyers Rising Stars and The Business Council of Westchester’s Rising Stars.

An audit and assurance senior manager at Deloitte & Touche LLP in Stamford, Conn., Tiffany Wyszkowski currently provides audit and accounting advisory services to a number of Deloitte’s largest public and private insurance clients. She has helped advise clients through complex restatements, acquisitions, remediation of material weaknesses and financial transformation projects. She has served as the Stamford Audit and Assurance Learning Champion for the last five years and has been a member of the Deloitte National Audit and Assurance Faculty for even longer. She is the co-leader of Deloitte LLP’s Stamford office corporate citizenship activity. As the co-leader of corporate citizenship activities, she has guided Stamford office professionals to provide a mentorship program with more than 35 students who become reading tutors to local first graders, provide holiday gifts to over 250 children in need, host drives to provide multiple school supplies and food and sponsor local walks and runs. Tiffany is a certified public accountant licensed in Connecticut and New York and is an active member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. She joined Deloitte in 2008 after graduating from Siena College, lives in Stamford and enjoys running and traveling.

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Deloitte provides industry-leading audit, consulting, tax and advisory services to many of the world’s most admired brands. Our people come together for the greater good and work across the industry sectors that drive and shape today’s marketplace — delivering measurable and lasting results that help reinforce public trust in our capital markets, inspire clients to see challenges as opportunities to transform and thrive and help lead the way toward a stronger economy and a healthier society. Building on more than 175 years of service, our network of member firms spans more than 150 countries and territories. Deloitte offers a strong local practice with a global reach. As a proud member of the Stamford community, Deloitte invests substantial resources to support the growth and potential of this marketplace reaching across Westchester and Fairfield counties. Deloitte’s Stamford practice includes more than 1,100 professionals — including over 225 partners, principals and managing directors. Deloitte’s Stamford practice serves clients across multiple industries from emerging growth companies to large multinationals, including more than 90% of Fortune 500 companies headquartered in the Greater Stamford marketplace. In addition to traditional client service practices, the Stamford office includes Deloitte’s audit and accounting technical national office and also includes professionals who lead specialized practices such as independence and ethics and compliance groups. Deloitte helps many of the area’s most respected organizations through periods of dramatic growth, challenges and life changing events. Please see www.deloitte.com/about to learn more about our global network of member firms.

With 52 years in business and a staff of 70, Levitt-Fuirst Insurance, headquartered in Tarrytown, New York, is the largest independently owned insurance and bonding broker in Westchester. Levitt-Fuirst is the insurance advisor to the Building & Realty Institute, and has been recognized by “Insurance Business America” magazine as a Top Specialist Broker for both real estate and construction insurance; by Business Insurance magazine as a “Best Place to Work;” by The Business Council of Westchester as a Hall of Fame family-owned business; and was honored with Westfair Communications’ Family-Owned Business Award in 2015. Levitt-Fuirst focuses on providing comprehensive insurance coverage, risk mitigation and boutique service for commercial and personal insurance clients, with a goal of always “Protecting your Priorities®.”

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Proudly serves clients in real estate; public and private finance (including tax-exempt and taxable bond financing); litigation; land use, zoning & development; telecommunications; energy & environmental; cannabis law; non-profit organizations; and trusts, estates & elder law. For 50 years, we have established ourselves as the leading law firm serving a vast region that includes Westchester, New York City, Connecticut and the Hudson River Valley. Our foundation is local, and we enjoy enduring relationships with leaders, institutions and decision-makers in the communities we serve.

More than 700,000 people in 60 cities and towns across Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire receive their water from the Aquarion Water Company. Our heritage of providing quality drinking water to every community we serve dates to 1857 and the Bridgeport (Connecticut) Hydraulic Company. Today, we are a subsidiary of Eversource. We are also one of the ten largest investor-owned water utilities in the U.S., providing Connecticut customers with tens of millions of gallons of water every day. Safe, clean drinking water is essential to individual health and well-being as well as to society. That’s why water has been described as the world’s most precious natural resource – and it’s also why Aquarion’s top priority is to provide customers with high-quality drinking water and related services. Our water comes from networks of pristine reservoirs and deep wells. We distribute it through treatment plants and pumping stations to over 3,000 miles of underground pipes. To maintain the quality of our water and consistency of our service, we conduct more than 160,000 tests of water throughout our service areas each year. Aquarion and its employees have long been known as “stewards of the environment.” We carefully safeguard the integrity of our reservoirs and wells, as well as tens of thousands of acres of watershed land surrounding and feeding them. Recognizing that we provide a finite, critical resource, we work with our customers and local officials on yearround conservation measures to help ensure a reliable supply, even in times of drought. In addition, each year we honor the many volunteers working to protect and enhance natural resources through the Aquarion Environmental Champion Awards Program. Aquarion also strongly supports the communities it serves. We encourage employees to volunteer for community organizations. In addition, we provide a wide range of assistance to leading environmental, educational and social service institutions in our service area. In an employee survey of corporations throughout Fairfield County conducted by Hearst Media, Aquarion was ranked one of the best places to work in the state. For more information about Aquarion, please visit www.aquarionwater.com.

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Val’s Putnam Wines & Liquors specializes in international and domestic wines, liquors and craft beers. Family owned for more than 60 years, Val’s has been an integral part of the Greenwich community since 1957 serving local residents as well as supporting and partnering with local charity organizations, caterers, event planners and various businesses. Its primary goal for two generations has been to be the source for all beverage needs for any occasion in town. Striving to cater to each and every customer’s demands by listening intently and forming longstanding relationships, Val’s feels it is important that its customers have an opportunity to experience the multitude of products available today and to learn about them in the process. As a commitment to its clientele, Val’s has an on-going educational platform that is central to its goals. The many services Val’s provides include wine cellar-collection consultation, event planning, corporate gifting, free weekly wine tastings and full delivery service throughout the country. For more, visit us at our two locations: Greenwich, Connecticut: 125 W. Putnam Ave. (in Stop & Shop Plaza) 203-869-2299 Glenville, Connecticut: 21 Glenville St. (next to Shop & Stop) 203-813-3477 Or visit us at our website

Blossom Flower Shops, which was established by the Kegan family in 1925, is now in its fourth generation of continuous family service offering a combined experience of more than 200 years. With a central distribu-tion facility in Yonkers and an additional sat-ellite location in White Plains, Blossom has the ability to provide same-day, hand-delivery service throughout Westchester, the Bronx and Greenwich, Connecticut. We spe-cialize in creating designs that are specific to you. Each designer carefully curates a combi-nation of texture, color and composition to best represent you and to speak the senti-ments that words cannot. Years of experience combined with an unbridled passion for our craft set the footprint for extraordinary ser-vice, outstanding designs and the highest quality product. Kevin Kegan’s main focus is to maintain the ability to provide a level of service that cannot be found anywhere else. As a family-owned, neighborhood florist, our customers and community are our top priority.

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