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August 10, 2018 | Vol. 6, Number 32 | www.harrisonreview.com

Cuomo commissions panel to draft recreational weed law By JAMES PERO Staff Writer

COUNTY CHAMPS Lake Isle’s Claire Weinstein competes at the Westchester County Swim Association Championships at Rye Playland on Aug. 2. Lake Isle won the 93rd annual WCSA, outpointing second-place Wykagyl Country Club 309-215. For story, see page 15. Photo/Mike Smith

Westchester strikes deal with nurses union Westchester County has come to terms with one of its outstanding union contracts, the New York State Nurses Association, according to the county executive.The new 6-year contract, retroactive to 2016, locks in 2.5 percent raises in 2018, 2019 and 2021, while guaranteeing a 3 percent raise in 2020. The contract will not include retroactive raises for 2016 or 2017, however. “Westchester residents rely on nurses when they need them most,” Latimer said. “I am proud that we reached this deal which will allow these hardworking folks to do the important job they are tasked with while also keeping in mind the cost to the taxpayer.” According to a statement by NYSNA member Rosemarie Camia, a New York State Nurses Association member, 43 nurses affected by the contract work in social services, community colleges and jails across the county.

“Once again, it shows the benefits when elected officials and unions partner to make decisions that benefit the people of New York and the middle class,” Camia said in a statement. The contract requires the approval of the Board of Legislators. While this union contract closes, another larger contract still looms for the county. The Civil Service Employees Association, CSEA, the county’s largest union, has been operating without a new contract since 2010, and is in the midst of negotiations with the Latimer administration after failing to come to terms during the tenure of former County Executive Rob Astorino, a Republican who left office at the end of 2017. Because of retroactive raises and the amount of workers in the union—just under 5,000— county officials have shown concern that a new contract could upset an already delicate financial situation for Westchester

Westchester County chipped away at its list of outstanding union contracts, coming to terms with the NYSNA—which represents dozens of nurses—this month. Photo courtesy Flickr.com

County government. In May, a financial review of county debt projections for the 2018 fiscal year put this year’s budget shortfall at $28.7 million. That number, however, does not factor in CSEA negotiations. Soule forecasted that the CSEA contract could end up totaling upwards of $40 million. As a result of the structural

deficit—which stems from the county spending more money than it generates in revenue— lawmakers will likely be forced to look at the prospect of increasing property taxes by raising the property tax levy. The county will look to finalize a deal before the impending budget season this fall. -Reporting by James Pero

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has tasked a panel to come up with legislation permitting unprecedented recreational marijuana use across the state. The 20-person group, comprised of professors, members of law enforcement and officials within the Cuomo administration, will look to craft a piece of legislation that can be voted on at the start of the state Legislature’s upcoming session in January. The creation of the panel comes less than a month after a multi-agency report was delivered to state lawmakers that overwhelmingly supported the move to legalize marijuana for recreational purposes due in part to economic benefits. In Colorado— the first state to legalize marijuana for recreational use in 2014—tax revenue exceeded $500 million last year as businesses and availability continue to grow. “The next steps must be taken thoughtfully and deliberately,” said Cuomo, a Democrat, in a statement last week. “As we work to implement the report’s recommendations through legislation, we must thoroughly consider all aspects of a regulated marijuana program, including its impact on public health, criminal justice and state revenue, and mitigate any potential risks associated with it.”Specifically, the report, issued in July, detailed the potential positive effects of legalizing marijuana for adult recreational use, stating that in addition to up to $678 million in tax revenue depending on the rate at which sales would be taxed, legalization would allow the state to further regulate the consumption, quality and distribution of marijuana more readily.

A new state-sponsored panel will look to draft legislation allowing recreational marijuana across New York in another major step toward legalization of the drug.

Additionally, the report extolls the benefits of not incriminating low-level marijuana users, a practice which can often lead to more serious incarceration down the line and oftentimes affects minorities disproportionately. However, some lawmakers in Colorado, where recreational weed has been legal since 2014, have criticized the move for exacerbating crime levels, claiming that it has attracted transients and criminals into the state. But these claims have been rebutted by various statistical analyses in addition to being labeled as “false” by fact-checking website Snopes. In New York, Cuomo’s stance on legalizing marijuana has shifted over the last several years as he’s watched other states in the Northeast warm to the idea. Massachusetts and Vermont have already passed their own recreational marijuana laws, with the former rolling theirs out this year. In New York, medical marijuana was approved in 2014, but rules for who may obtain it have been less permissive than other states. According to the New York State Department of Health, the Compassionate Care Act is meant to provide those with “serious” conditions a path to medical marijuana—among the list of applicable ailments are cancer, multiple sclerosis and Alzheimer’s disease. CONTACT: james@hometwn.com

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Mamaroneck toddler death ruled homicide

The tragic death of a two-year-old girl in Mamaroneck has been officially ruled a homicide by the Westchester County medical examiner. The mother of Gabriella Boyd is being charged with attempted murder. Photo courtesy Flickr.com

The Westchester County Medical Examiner’s Office officially ruled the death of a Gabriella Boyd, 2, a homicide. Confirmation of the homicide comes after a report by the Journal News in which the lawyer for Steven Boyd, Gabriella’s father, stated that the case had been ruled a murder. The official cause of death is still undetermined and an autopsy by the county medical examiner has yet to be made public. According to the county district attorney, Gabriella Boyd’s autopsy will be presented before a grand jury. On April 28, Mamaroneck police responded to a 911 call where they found the girl severely injured at her Chestnut Avenue home in the village of Mamaroneck. According to police, when officers attempted to help Boyd, her mother, Cynthia Arce, 28, attacked the officers by brandishing a knife. Police first tased Arce, before shooting her;

she was sent to intensive care due to the three nonfatal gunshot wounds and has since recovered from her injuries. Her daughter, however, was pronounced dead after being rushed to the hospital. As a result, Arce now faces charges that include two counts of attempted murder. No charges have been added as of press time. In the wake of Gabriella Boyd’s alleged murder, her father has filed the beginning stages of a lawsuit against the village of Mamaroneck, Mamaroneck police and Westchester County claiming law enforcement failed to properly enforce a court order granting him custody of the child. The notice of claim, filed last month, accuses Mamaroneck police officers of negligence in enforcing a court order that would have removed Gabriella Boyd from the custody of Arce. Steven Boyd is seeking monetary damages. In particular, the claim focus-

es on a home visit made Steven Boyd, accompanied by police, the day prior to his daughter’s death, when Arce slammed the door on them while they were attempting to gain custody of the child. Subsequently, the officers decided to leave the residence. “Incredibly, the officers decided to leave the scene, apparently either unaware of what their duties were, in denial of them or in complete ignorance of them,” the notice of claim states. Police have stood by the actions of officers saying they acted within departmental guidelines. The little girl’s death is also being investigated by the county Child Fatality Review Team, an agency that combines members of the county departments of Health, Social Services, the medical examiner, doctors and state officials, who will review the cause of the fatality and recommend methods of prevention. CONTACT: james@hometwn.com

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What’s going on... Harrison Public Library

Computer Tutors On Wednesdays from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. Accomplished high school students in grades 10–12 will help senior citizens acquire computer skills. Senior citizens (beginners or intermediates) are invited to sign up for computer instruction. Please register online, at the Reference Desk, or by calling the library at 835-0324.

Pajama Party with Chloe For more information on hours and programs, visit harrisonpl.org.

Saturday Stories (& a Craft, too!) On Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. Ease into Saturday at the Library’s Children’s Discovery Center. Manhattanville College student volunteers will informally read favorite picture books and do a craft. Suggested for ages 2 to 4 years old.

Sing-Along Sundays with Chloe On Sundays from 4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. Celebrate early childhood through music and movement. Children and parents are sure to love the captivating songs, live accordion music, and activities designed with specific cognitive milestones in mind. This class will feature a variety of child-sized instruments and props, and a wealth of both traditional and original songs to add to your sing-along repertoire. Get ready for a fun, creative and engaging experience.

On Wednesdays from 5 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the West Harrison Branch. Wear your pajamas and hang out with Chloe during this evening class, which features songs, music and more. For ages up to 4 years old, siblings welcome. No registration required.

SCORE: One-On-One Mentoring On Wednesdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. SCORE Westchester matches you with experienced small business advisors who work with you on your specific business needs. These are just some of the items for which business owners often seek guidance from SCORE advisors: starting a small business in Westchester; writing or updating a business plan; identifying sources of funding and preparing documents for financing; creating a marketing plan; launching an additional location; and adjusting to growth. Registration is recommended. Call SCORE to schedule an appointment at 948-3907.

Chloe’s Sign and Play On Thursdays from 4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the

Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. Give your child the gift of language. Chloe’s Sign & Play is a fun class where families can learn to communicate with their pre-verbal children using real signs from American Sign Language. Based on the award-winning Baby Signing Time series, this class will give parents a window into the hearts and minds of their little ones. Through fun songs, stories and games, parents and children will learn many useful signs for everyday communication.

Conversational English On Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the West Harrison Branch. This is an informal program of conversation and practice of the English language. Join in and make new friends.

Yoga with Angela On Fridays from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. Join popular local yoga instructor Angela Brandt for yoga with reading, crafts and hints woven in. The perfect start to a calm and fun weekend. For ages 6 to 12. Bring a mat, if you can, or use one of the library’s.

Recreation The spring/summer brochure is available at harrison-ny.gov/recreation. Please be aware that parents must have a current Recreation ID card to register a child for all programs. Please be prepared to show proof of residency with a current utility bill and a driver’s license. A school report card or progress report is required for a child ID card. The 2018 Recreation ID cards are currently available. Applications for activities can be found at the recreation centers and the Recreation Department website. For the Leo Mintzer Center in West Harrison, call 949-5265; the Sollazzo Center in downtown Harrison, 670-3179. The Recreation Hotline can be reached at 670-3039. For more information, visit harrison-ny.gov/recreation.

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester LEGO City Builder Enjoy building city scenes with LEGO bricks at home? Let your creativity loose with LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester’s newest play space: LEGO City Builder. This is an interactive city that visitors can add their own elements and designs right into the display. The new play area includes skyscrapers, police and fire stations, cafes, suburban streets, beaches, a LEGO Friends section and more. Celebrate the grand opening of this exciting new space with photo opportunities and custom builds created by Master Model Builder Anthony Maddaloni. Admission starts at $16.95; children under age 2 are free. Opening hours are Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sundays through Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester is located at 39 Fitzgerald St. in Yonkers. For more information, call 844-7409223 or visit westchester.legolanddiscoverycenter. com.

County news Golf course openings The six county-owned golf courses are now open, with the last of the snow melting. The courses are: Dunwoodie, 231-3490, and Sprain Lake, 231-3481, both in Yonkers; Maple Moor, 995-9200, in White Plains; Mohansic, 8625283, in Yorktown Heights; Saxon Woods, 231-3461, in Scarsdale; and Hudson Hills, 8643000, in Ossining. For more information, visit golf.westchestergov.com. Deadline for our What’s Going On section is every Thursday at noon. Though space is not guaranteed, we will do our best to accommodate your listing. Please send all items to news@hometwn.com.

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Broken Bow Brewery to celebrate 5 years Microbrewery, Broken Bow Brewery, will celebrate its fiveyear anniversary Friday, Aug. 17 through Sunday, Aug. 19. Over the course of the week-

end, Broken Bow will celebrate the hard work and support it has received from family, friends, ‘B.B.B. Crew,’ patrons, the craft beer industry and the community

since opening on Aug. 17, 2013. Throughout the weekend, while a wide selection of craft styles will be on tap, special attention will be focused on “The 4 That Opened

Broken Bow Brewery offers a wide selection of craft beers on tap. The brewery is open Thursdays through Sundays. Photos courtesy Kristen Stone

The Stones opened Broken Bow Brewery in the village of Tuckahoe in 2013. From Aug. 17 through Aug. 19, the family will celebrate five years in business.

The Door,” (Marbledale American Pale Ale, Broken Auger Lager, Broken Heart Stout and Broken Bow’s Red Ale). “It is not easy to start and operate a family business from scratch,” said Kristen Stone, founding partner and head of marketing for Broken Bow Brewery. “When the five of us decided to take the initial leap, we often joked about how ‘a family that brews together, stays together.’ Five years of lessons learned and achievements earned later, we are proud to be a strong and growing business, looking forward to

the next five years together with our ‘B.B.B. Crew’ & ‘B.B.B. Family’.” From the day the team conceptualized the vision of Broken Bow and its craft products, they have endeavored to live the motto, “From grain to glass, our passion for our craft reflects our commitment to quality, sustainability and each other.” That focus and determination has developed into a majority women-owned, award-winning enterprise for both craft products and environmental focus. Broken Bow is a family-owned

microbrewery located in Tuckahoe. In 2012, five family members Lyle, Kathy, Kristen, Mike and Kasey decided to pursue their passion for creating unique and delicious craft beer by opening Broken Bow’s doors in 2013. Broken Bow is named after Kathy’s birthplace, a small town slice of Americana, in Nebraska and distributes its award-winning beer to bars, restaurants and retail stores throughout New York. For more information, visit BrokenBowBrewery.com or follow them on social media. (Submitted)

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Cole Porter was an American composer and songwriter. Born to a wealthy family, he penned the lyrics to the song, “You’re the Top” from “Anything Goes” cruising down the Rhine River in Germany in 1934. Porter wrote about glamourous, rich, sophisticated and often slightly naughty people. And the oddball and colorful characters are sailing away this month at the Westchester Broadway Theatre in Elmsford. “Anything Goes” opened on Broadway at the Alvin Theatre in 1934. Veteran writers P.G. Wodehouse and Guy Bolton wrote the book and the revised libretto is written by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse. The show was a huge success. It came at a time after an economic catastrophe and failed government policies, when people were looking for glimmers of hope, laughter and enjoyment of cruise ship antics; a lifestyle that they could

only dream about. The cast of the show takes you away into a fun, lively time with energetic song and dance plus a whole lot of tap. Every character hits their mark in this show. It’s fast-paced fun with a lot of action. Zach Trimmer stars as the charming Billy Crocker trying to win over his love interest, Hope Harcourt, who is played by Jacie Raye. Crocker is not a guest on the ship and hides out only to end up hanging out with a low-level gangster and his sidekick, funnyman Moonface Martin played hilariously by Jon J. Peterson and Erma played by Mychal Phillips. Phillips keeps Moonface in line as her main focus is the sailors aboard the ship. The sailors swoon over her in, “Buddie, Beware.” Mrs. Harcourt played by Tina Johnson insists that her daughter marry the wealthy Lord Evelyn Oakleigh played by Kevin Pariseau. Pariseau keeps the audience laughing with his sweet demeanor and his attempt to understand

“American English.” He has an innocent rendezvous with Reno Sweeney, the very forward entertainer of the ship. Sweeney, who is played brilliantly by Stacia Fernandez, is as straight-forward as they come, her presence is known in every scene she is in. Fernandez’s voice matches her powerful performance on stage with, “I Get a Kick Out of You,” “Friendship” and “Blow, Gabriel, Blow.” Some of Porter’s other hits are “You’re the Top,” “Anything Goes,” “Be Like The Bluebird” and “Its Delovely.” The musical direction by Patrick Hoagland combined with Richard Stafford and Joseph Cullinane’s choreography gets the audience in a toe-tapping mood. The talented ensemble consists of Mike Baskowski, Kelly Black, Katie Scarlett Brunson, Caroline

Chisholm, Joseph Cullinane,Will Geoghegan, Kelly Gleason, Leeds Hill, Thadd Krueger, Lily Lewis, Mallory Nolting, Jason Daniel Rath, Joey Simon, Seth Lerner as the captain and Bob Walton as Elisha Whitney. It is hard to believe Porter penned the music and lyrics of this show 84 years ago. Ameri-

cans needed to unwind, laugh and experience some joy, a timeless message and “Anything Goes” will provide all that and more.This Bill Funking and Bill Stutler production of “Anything Goes” will be playing now through Sept. 9. For more information, call 592-2222 or visit broadwaytheatre.com.

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Mychal Phillips, as Erma, performs with the sailors.

Zach Trimmer, as Billy Crocker, Jon J. Peterson, as Moonface Martin, and Stacia Fernandez, as Reno Sweeney.

Jackie Raye, as Hope Harcourt, and Zach Trimmer, as Billy Crocker.

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Watch out for those bats HARRISON HAPPENINGS Mayor Ron Belmont

Although we recognized Harrison’s Purple Heart recipients at this year’s Memorial Day Ceremony, we are still taking names. If you know of a Purple Heart recipient, living or deceased, please contact my office. Harrison residents who have been awarded a Purple Heart, will be acknowledged. I’m sure I speak for our entire community when I express my gratitude to those who gave their lives or were wounded in combat defending the freedoms that we all enjoy. Once again, I am happy to announce that SafeWise has released its annual “50 Safest Cities in New York Report” and the town/village of Harrison ranked No. 8 this year. SafeWise is an independent review site that rates home security systems. Harrison has many wonderful features and being ranked as one of the safest communities in the state is an achievement we should all be very proud of. In the past, my office has been contacted by the Westchester

County Health Department to inform us that August is the month in which there are an increased numbers of Westchester residents reporting that bats have infiltrated their homes. Several years ago, a few Westchester residents were given a routine, preventative rabies treatment because they did not keep the bat, for testing purposes, after being exposed. According to the health commissioner, the bats that are tested are usually not rabid therefore the treatment protocol is avoided. Rabies is often fatal, so if the bat is unavailable for testing, the rabies shots will, in all likelihood, be administered to those who have been exposed. It’s critical to understand the importance of bat containment and treatment. If there’s a chance that a person or pet in your home has been in contact with a bat, contain the bat and call the county Health Department at 995-5800 to arrange for the bat to be tested for rabies. Recently, our region has been under a heat advisory and I would like to remind residents of several ways to remain safe as temperatures soar. If possible, remain in doors and drink plen-

ty of water. Keep blinds closed and shades drawn. If you do go outside, wear loose, lightweight clothing. It is very important that you do not leave anyone, including pets, in a parked car, even for a short period of time. I encourage all Harrison residents to check on elderly neighbors, relatives and friends to make sure that they are safe and comfortable. In closing, I would like to remind residents that the town/ village of Harrison has an agreement with the New York State Thruway Authority to sell E-Z Pass “On-the-Go” tags in our Town Clerk’s Office. Residents can purchase a prepackaged account kit, mount the tag in the vehicle and register the tag within 48 hours. For more information on this simple process, call the town clerk at 670-3030. The next “Lunch with the Mayor” is on Friday, Aug. 17 and I will be at the West Harrison Pool Complex in West Harrison. I will be at this location from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. and look forward to meeting with residents and talking about issues facing our community.

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Latimer appoints new public safety leadership

Westchester County Executive George Latimer announced the hiring of Tom Gleason as the new commissioner of the county Department of Public Safety and Terrance Raynor as the new deputy commissioner.

Terrance Raynor joins the county Department of Public Safety as its deputy commissioner.

The two men were sworn into office by Administrative Judge Kathie Davidson on Aug. 3. “We have two gentlemen taking on these responsibilities who are extremely well prepared,” Latimer said. “These are men who have been committed to service in police work for their adult lives. They have both been involved with almost every aspect of policing at every level. Both of them know police work from the ground up. These are individuals who have experienced everything that our police experience. We are fortunate to have both of these men take on these responsibilities.” Gleason, a Yonkers native, is a graduate of Fordham University. He began his law enforcement career when he joined the county Department of Public Safety in January 1983 as a member of the patrol division. He rose through the ranks of detective, sergeant and lieutenant after just 10 years on the job. Over his extensive career, Gleason worked and supervised in every division of the Department. His experience includes patrol, general investigations, welfare fraud, civil division (Sheriff’s Office), narcotics, office of Professional Re-

sponsibility and Special Investigations, field services and support services. Gleason was promoted to captain in 2007 and inspector in 2013. “I’m extremely proud of the men and women of the county police, and the work they do every day. I spent my whole professional career here with the Westchester County Police Department,” Gleason said. “I have a deep sense of pride and affection for this Department, and I want to do all I can do to make it even better. I look forward to working with all the men and women of the Department to keep us moving forward, and utilizing social media to better to connect with the public.” He is a member of numerous law enforcement associations and committees and also a graduate of the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. Raynor, a Mount Vernon resident, graduated from Virginia State University and joined the Mount Vernon Police Department in 1984. Raynor spent time in patrol, uniformed task force and the motorcycle unit. Raynor has been promoted in the Department numerous times

On Friday, Aug. 3, Tom Gleason was sworn in as Westchester County’s next commissioner of public safety. Photos courtesy Catherine Cioffi

serving as a sergeant, lieutenant and as captain. In 2002, Raynor was appointed the acting chief of the Mount Vernon Police Department, the following year he was appointed as chief; a role he remained in until he accepted a position as chief criminal investigator for the county district attorney in 2006. In 2013, Raynor returned to the Mount Vernon Police Department to serve as police commissioner. “To the men and women of the Westchester County Department

of Public Safety, I look forward to working with you,” Raynor said. “I look forward to continuing to enhance the professionalism of the police department, and working towards making Westchester County the finest county in the country.” Raynor has received law enforcement training from the New York City Police Department, the FBI and the Drug Enforcement Administration. He is a graduate of the FBI’s 201st National Academy. “To the men and women of the

Westchester County Department of Public Safety, I look forward to working with you,” Raynor said. “I look forward to continuing to enhance the professionalism of the police department, and working towards making Westchester County the finest county in the country.” Latimer also made a point to thank Acting Public Safety Commissioner Marty McGlynn for his service to the county police and to the people of Westchester. (Submitted)

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Mamaroneck approves town gun ban

County schedules free Hepatitis vaccine

By JAMES PERO Staff Writer A month after the passage of a piece of legislation banning firearms in municipal buildings throughout the town of Mamaroneck, legal opposition to the law has yet to formulate. The local law, passed unanimously at the July 11 town board meeting, prohibits people from carrying firearms in town-owned and town-leased buildings, imposing potential fines of up to $1,000 for violators. Specifically, the legislation cites recent gun violence across the country as a major impetus for introducing and passing the regulation. “It really is a statement about safety in our community,” said Town Supervisor Nancy Seligson, a Democrat. “We should be public and vocal about not having guns in certain places and local government buildings.” Town Administrator Stephen Altieri said that the law—which went into effect on July 12—has yet to result in any fines. The only means of enforcement, as of press time, will be signage posted in town buildings that is in the process of being created and installed. When reached by the Review this week, Scott Sommavilla, president of the Westchester Firearms Association, declined to comment specifically on the law but said the organization’s legal team is still reviewing the new regulation, as of press time. According to the legislation, the new rule will affect eight different municipal buildings including the Mamaroneck Town Center on West Boston Post Road, Hommocks Park Ice Rink and the Parks Building, located in

Despite the passage of a gun ban in the town of Mamaroneck’s municipal buildings last month, gun rights groups have yet to challenge the legality of the law. Photo courtesy Pixabay.com

Memorial Park. The law also includes exemptions for some gun owners including off-duty or on-duty police officers, retired police officers, security guards employed by banks or individuals “in the service of the United States.” Last year, a proposal from the town board that sought to ban guns on town property was shelved after vehement public backlash as well as trepidation over the law’s constitutionality. That proposal looked to ban firearm possession on all town property, including public parks and other areas owned by the municipality, except for those that were authorized by the law. Among the major discussions

leading the board to sideline the initiative was difficulty in deciding just how to enforce the law; specifically, whether the town had the resources to conduct adequate searches on members of the public entering a building. The town originally proposed that ban in late 2016, following the controversial opening of a firearms store near an elementary school in nearby Harrison. The town of Mamaroneck will join a wave of targeted gun legislation that has taken shape throughout Westchester County over the past year which includes a ban on gun shows held on county-owned property. CONTACT: james@hometwn.com

To help protect themselves and the people they serve and care for, the Westchester County Department of Health encourages restaurant and childcare workers to register for a free Hepatitis A vaccine at one of two county clinics in White Plains. “Getting two doses of this vaccine can provide lifetime protection from Hepatitis A,” said Health Commissioner Sherlita Amler. “It can also prevent this infection from spreading to family members, young children in their care and to restaurant patrons they serve.” Clinic hours are Saturday, Aug. 11, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Tuesday, Aug. 14, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at 134

Court St., in White Plains. To schedule an appointment, go to health.ny.gov/gotoclinic/60. “As a restaurateur in White Plains for over 30 years, I’m glad the Westchester County Health Department is offering this vaccine and I encourage restaurant workers to get it,” said Peter Herrero, owner of Sam’s of Gedney Way. “We need to be proactive in protecting ourselves, our loved ones and the community where we live and work.” Hepatitis A is a highly contagious liver infection that can spread when a person who is infected with the virus fails to practice good hand hygiene after using the toilet, and then handles

food and beverages served to others. A person who is infected can spread the virus without being aware of his or her infection. “This vaccine can help protect both childcare workers and the youngest babies and children they care for, so we are happy to endorse this effort and to get the word out about these clinics,” said Kathy Halas, executive director of the Childcare Council of Westchester, a not-for-profit clearinghouse for child care resources and advocate for quality, affordable and accessible care. Anyone who gets a first Hepatitis A vaccine at these clinics will need a second dose of vaccine at least six months later. Those who do not have health insurance coverage for this vaccine can make an appointment for the second dose at a Westchester County immunization clinic. (Submitted)

FREE HEPATITIS VACCINATION Saturday, Aug. 11 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 14 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. 134 Court St. White Plains, NY 10601

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LEGAL NOTICES

HARRISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT ANNUAL NEWS RELEASE - PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT Harrison Central School District today announced a free and reduced price meal (Free Milk) policy for area school children. Local school officials have adopted the following family eligibility criteria to assist them in determining eligibility:

2018-2019 INCOME ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES FOR FREE AND REDUCED PRICE MEALS OR FREE MILK

Free Eligibility Scale

Reduced Price Eligibility Scale

Free Lunch, Breakfast, Milk

Reduced Price Lunch, Breakfast

Household Size

Annual

Monthly

Twice per Month

Every Two Weeks

Weekly

Household Size

Annual

Monthly

Twice per Month

Every Two Weeks

Weekly

$ 15,782

$ 1,316

$ 658

$ 607

$ 304

$ 22,459

$ 1,872

$ 936

$ 864

$ 432

$ 21,398

$ 1,784

$ 892

$ 823

$ 412

$ 30,451

$ 2,538

$ 1,269

$ 1,172

$ 586

$ 27,014

$ 2,252

$ 1,126

$ 1,039

$ 520

$ 38,443

$ 3,204

$ 1,602

$ 1,479

$ 740

$ 32,630

$ 2,720

$ 1,360

$ 1,255

$ 628

$ 46,435

$ 3,870

$ 1,935

$ 1,786

$ 893

$ 38,246

$ 3,188

$ 1,594

$ 1,471

$ 736

$ 54,427

$ 4,536

$ 2,268

$ 2,094

$ 1,047

$ 43,862

$ 3,656

$ 1,828

$ 1,687

$ 844

$ 62,419

$ 5,202

$ 2,601

$ 2,401

$ 1,201

$ 49,478

$ 4,124

$ 2,062

$ 1,903

$ 952

$ 70,411

$ 5,868

$ 2,934

$ 2,709

$ 1,355

$ 55,094

$ 4,592

$ 2,296

$ 2,119

$ 1,060

$ 78,403

$ 6,534

$ 3,267

$ 3,016

$ 1,508

Each Add’l person add

$ 5,616

$ 468

$ 234

$ 216

$ 108

Each Add’l person add

$ 7,992

$ 666

$ 333

$ 308

$ 154

SNAP/TANF/FDPIR Households: Households that currently include children who receive the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) but who are not found during the Direct Certification Matching Process (DCMP), or households that currently receive Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF), or the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR) must complete an application listing the child’s name, a valid SNAP, TANF, or FDPIR case number and the signature of an adult household member. Eligibility for free meal benefits based on participation in SNAP, TANF or FDPIR is extended to all children in the household. When known to the School Food Authority, households will be notified of their children’s eligibility for free meals based on their participation in the SNAP, TANF or the FDPIR programs. No application is necessary if the household was notified by the SFA their children have been directly certified. If the household is not sure if their children have been directly certified, the household should contact the school. Other Source Categorical Eligibility: When known to the School Food Authority, households will be notified of any child’s eligibility for free meals based on the individual child’s designation as Other Source Categorically Eligible, as defined by law. Children are determined Other Source Categorically Eligible if they are Homeless, Migrant, Runaway, A foster child, or Enrolled in Head Start or an eligible pre-kindergarten program. If children or households receive benefits under Assistance Programs or Other Source Categorically Eligible Programs and are not listed on the notice of eligibility and are not notified by the School Food Authority of their free meal benefits, the parent or guardian should contact the school or should submit an income application. Other Households: Households with income the same or below the amounts listed above for family size may be eligible for and are urged to apply for free and/or reduced price meals (or free milk). They may do so by completing the application sent home with the letter to parents. One application for all children in the household should be submitted. Additional copies are available at the principal’s office in each school. Applications may be submitted any time during the school year to Jane Kelleher, Harrison Central School District, 50 Union Avenue, Harrison, NY 10528. Please contact Mrs. Kelleher at 914-630-3010 with any questions regarding the application process. Households notified of their children’s eligibility must contact the School Food Authority if they choose to decline the free meal benefits. Households may apply for benefits at any time throughout the school year. Children of parents or guardians who become unemployed or experience a financial hardship mid-year may become eligible for free and reduced price meals or free milk at any point during the school year. For up to 30 operating days into the new school year (or until a new eligibility determination is made, whichever comes first) an individual child’s free or reduced price eligibility status from the previous year will continue within the same SFA. When the carryover period ends, unless the household is notified that their children are directly certified or the household submits an application that is approved, the children’s meals must be claimed at the paid rate. Though encouraged to do so, the SFA is not required to send a reminder or a notice of expired eligibility. The information provided on the application will be confidential and will be used for determining eligibility. The names and eligibility status of participants may also be used for the allocation of funds to federal education programs such as Title I and National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), State health or State education programs, provided the State agency or local education agency administers the programs, and for federal, State or local means-tested nutrition programs with eligibility standards comparable to the NSLP. Eligibility information may also be released to programs authorized under the National School Lunch Act (NSLA) or the Child Nutrition Act (CNA). The release of information to any program or entity not specifically authorized by the NSLA will require a written consent statement from the parent or guardian. The School Food Authority does, however, have the right to verify at any time during the school year the information on the application. If a parent does not give the school this information, the child/children will no longer be able to receive free or reduced price meals (free milk). Foster children are eligible for free meal benefits. A separate application for a foster child is no longer necessary. Foster children may be listed on the application as a member of the family where they reside. Applications must include the foster child’s name and personal use income. Under the provisions of the policy, the designated official will review applications and determine eligibility. If a parent is dissatisfied with the ruling of the designated official, he/she may make a request either orally or in writing for a hearing to appeal the decision. Dr. Louis N. Wool, Superintendent of Schools and Robert Salierno, Asst. Supt. for Business, whose address is 50 Union Avenue, Harrison, NY 10528 have been designated as the Hearing Officials. Hearing procedures are outlined in the policy. However, prior to initiating the hearing procedure, the parent or School Food Authority may request a conference to provide an opportunity for the parent and official to discuss the situation, present information, and obtain an explanation of the data submitted in the application or the decisions rendered. The request for a conference shall not in any way prejudice or diminish the right to a fair hearing. Only complete applications can be approved. This includes complete and accurate information regarding: the SNAP, TANF, or FDPIR case number; the names of all household members; on an income application, the last four digits of the social security number of the person who signs the form or an indication that the adult does not have one, and the amount and source of income received by each household member. In addition, the parent or guardian must sign the application form, certifying the information is true and correct. Nondiscrimination Statement: This explains what to do if you believe you have been treated unfairly. In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at: http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) (3)

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Gear heads LIVE MIKE Mike Smith

In case you haven’t already figured this out from reading these columns, I’m a pretty weird guy, especially when it comes to sports apparel. I’ve written about my various neuroses and superstitions when it comes to donning team gear—especially during the playoffs—and the innumerable good luck charms I have for each of my team’s postseason runs. So it may not surprise you that, when it comes to making my more casual team-related sartorial choices, I put a little extra thought into that as well. Earlier this week, I decided that—due to an upcoming trip to Fenway, an ever-expanding waistline since I hit my 30s, and the Red Sox’ recent trouncing of the Yankees, it may be time for me to update some of my Boston gear. I’ve had the same Nomar Garciaparra T-shirt since 2002, my Trot Nixon jersey has a huge coffee stain on the front, and my Sox

hat—which I’ve been wearing for the better part of a decade—looks like it was attacked by feral rodents. So maybe a little online shopping spree was in order. But as you may have guessed, nothing for me is quite that simple. When I buy jerseys or team t-shirts, I have a few hard and fast rules. I never like to pick the team’s current superstar, which right now, would be Mookie Betts. Mookie is far-and-away my favorite player on the Red Sox, but I worry that by purchasing apparel highlighting that fact is a surefire jinx. I’ve been burned a few times in the past too. After the 2004 ALCS, I bought a Johnny Damon shirt—two months later, he signed with the Yankees. After Giants’ rookie Jeremy Shockey trucked a Texans’ defender in a preseason game back in 2002, I immediately went out and got a Shockey jersey, only to watch him become a frustrating malcontent who never lived up to his promise. And the less said about my Scott Gomez Rangers’ shirt, the better. If I got a Mookie shirt, he’d

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probably be on the DL within a week and demanding a trade to the Orioles by December. So Betts, it wasn’t. So eschewing any members of the current Sox roster, it means I have to opt for a throwback. Which raises issue No. 2 for me—I like to be original. The single best piece of sports gear I own is a throwback Rangers’ sweater with Jeff Beukeboom’s name on the back. “Book” was one of my favorite players of yesteryear; a big, rugged defenseman who was part of the 1994 Stanley Cup squad. But the best part about the sweater is that when I go to Madison Square Sports Editor Mike Smith has a few rules when it comes to buying his favorite team’s apparel. That’s how he Garden, I don’t see any other ended up with a Lou Merloni Red Sox shirt. Photo courtesy MLBshop.com Beukeboom jerseys, and the older fans that see mine tend to nod I wanted an old familiar player, the Major Leagues without ever 26 on his back. in affirmation of my good choice. who wasn’t a superstar but whose really making a mark. A career So I shelled out the 30 bucks, So for the Sox? That means no name still resonated with the true .271 hitter, he played for the Sox clicked “order” and now I wait Papi, no Pedro, no Manny and no Red Sox faithful. for five years, where he became for the latest inclusion in my closTed Williams—after all, my indiAnd then it hit me; Lou Mer- a crowd favorite. As a native of et full of journeymen jerseys. viduality is important to me. Could this be my new lucky loni. Framingham, Massachusetts he So on Monday, after scourIf you’re not a Red Sox fan, was the hometown kid made shirt? ing the Red Sox’ MLB shop, I the name Lou Merloni might not good, a Jerry Remy-type for I guess we’ll find out in October. stumbled upon the custom shirt mean all that much. He is the 30-somethings. generator and let my imagination definition of a non-descript utility Follow Mike on Twitter Best of all, I’ve never seen anrun wild. guy who played nine seasons in other Sox fan with Merloni’s No. @LiveMike_Sports

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE TO BIDDERS HARRISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT Notice is hereby given that SEALED PROPOSALS for: RFB #18/19-14: COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPING SERVICES will be received until 2:00 p.m. on Monday, August 20, 2018 at the Business Office of the Harrison Central School District, located at 50 Union Avenue, Harrison, NY 10528; (914) 630-3011. All bids will be publicly opened and read at said time and place. Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at www.bidnetdirect.com/new-york or from the district Business Office beginning August 9, 2018. All bid addenda will be transmitted to registered bid holders and posted to www.bidnetdirect. com/new-york. Bids shall be submitted in sealed envelopes bearing the name and address of the bidder on the outside, addressed to: PURCHASING AGENT, HARRISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT and clearly marked on the outside with the bid opening date and “RFB #18/19-14: Commercial Landscaping Services”. The Harrison Central School District is not responsible for bids opened prior to the bid opening if bid number and opening date do not appear on the envelope. Bids opened prior to the date and time indicated are invalid. The bidder assumes the risk of any delay in the mail, or in the handling of the mail by employees of the Harrison Central School District, as well as improper hand delivery. The Harrison Central School District reserves the right to waive any informalities in the bids, or to reject all bids, or to accept any bid which in the opinion of the Board will be to their best interest. By order of the Board of Education Gene George / Purchasing Agent Dated: August 9, 2018 NOTICE TO BIDDERS HARRISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT Notice is hereby given that SEALED PROPOSALS for: RFB #18/19-13: MAINTAIN AND SERVICE FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT will be received until 2:00 p.m. on Monday, August 20, 2018 at the Business Office of the Harrison Central School District, located at 50 Union Avenue, Harrison, NY 10528; (914) 630-3011. All bids will be publicly opened and read at said time and place. Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at www.bidnetdirect.com/new-york or from the district Business Office beginning August 9, 2018. All bid addenda will be transmitted to registered bid holders and posted to www.bidnetdirect. com/new-york. Bids shall be submitted in sealed envelopes bearing the name and address of the bidder on the outside, addressed to: PURCHASING AGENT, HARRISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT and clearly marked on the outside with the bid opening date and “RFB #18/19-13: Maintain and Service Food Service Equipment”. The Harrison Central School District is not responsible for bids opened prior to the bid opening if bid number and opening date do not appear on the envelope. Bids opened prior to the date and time indicated are invalid. The bidder assumes the risk of any delay in the mail, or in the handling of the mail by employees of the Harrison Central School District, as well as improper hand delivery. The Harrison Central School District reserves the right to waive any informalities in the bids, or to reject all bids, or to accept any bid which in the opinion of the Board will be to their best interest. By order of the Board of Education Gene George / Purchasing Agent Dated: August 9, 2018

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Lake Isle wins counties

Lake Isle’s Lucianna Gutierrez competes in the 50-yard butterfly at Rye Playland on Aug. 2. Lake Isle outpointed Wykagyl Country Club to win its ninth WCSA title in the last 10 years.

By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor On Aug. 2, the Lake Isle Swim Team added more hardware to the club’s trophy case, earning a decisive win at the 93rd annual Westchester County Swim Association Championships at Rye Playland. The victory was the latest in a string of triumphs for the club, which has taken home top honors at the counties nine times in the last decade. According to Lake Isle Swim coach Kevin Lavelle, who has

helmed the team for the last 11 years, the Eastchester club’s win was more a testament to the depth of the athletes than any one performance by a dominant swimmer. In addition to winning three relay events, Lake Isle had just one swimmer take gold in an individual event, as Melissa Lomas placed first in the 17U girls’ backstroke finals. “We had a lot of top eight finishes this year and we were really able to spread out the points,” Lavelle said. “We

didn’t really have that one swimmer this year, so it really speaks to our depth.” Lavelle noted that many of his top swimmers faced the added pressure of being among the youngest in their age groups, which may have been a factor in the relative dearth of first-place finishes. “We had a lot of swimmers in their off-ages, meaning that we had our 13-year-old swimmers in the 14-and-under age groups,” he said. “So we knew that just qualifying for the finals and having

Nate Bumstark of the Westchester Hills Golf Club competes in the 50-yard butterfly heat at Rye Playland.

Kayla Lombardo from Rye Golf Club competes at the 93rd annual Westchester County Swim Association Championships.

that depth would be very important.” Lake Isle finished with a total of 309 points over the course of the four-day event, outpointing second-place Wykagyl Country Club by 94 points. Scarsdale Town Pool (192), Rye Golf Club (177) and Chappaqua Swim and Tennis Association (134) rounded out the top five spots in the 37team field. Lake Isle led Wykagyl 239 to 181 coming into the final day of

competition, but Lavelle admitted that his squad’s victory was far from a sure thing. “We were definitely in a good position, but relays are worth a lot of points and a false start here or another team’s win there could have made a big difference,” he said. “We knew we had to swim our best.” Lake Isle’s Emily Gjertsen, 16, won a meet-high 20 points to lead the 17U girls division and Lomas finished with 15 to tie for fourth

place. Next year, with his top swimmers in several divisions another year older, Lavelle expects his swimmers to once again vie for the county crown. “I think our swimmers will come into the year with some high expectations,” he said. “Just from getting in there this year, qualifying for the finals, it was definitely a good experience for them.” CONTACT: sports@hometwn.com

Jaelynn Taylor swims a leg of the 200-yard freestyle relay. Photos/Mike Smith

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