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LMCTV firehousue move still in limbo By JAMES PERO Staff Writer

IT’S A MATCH In an effort to foster artistic creativity in the county, Arts Westchester and Westchester government are teaming up up for a matching grants program. For more, see page 6.

Waverly Avenue development to begin leasing this fall A near 100-unit development in the village of Mamaroneck will begin leasing apartments this fall, according to its developers. The development, dubbed “The Mason” and located on Waverly Avenue is nearing the completion of its construction

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and will feature three stories and 96 units which include a mix of one-bedroom, two-bedrooms and townhomes. Work began on the approximately $35 million set of apartments in June 2017; the project’s developers, Halpern Real Estate Ventures, are receiving $1.1 million in tax exemptions from Westchester County. The developers say the building was dubbed “The Mason” due to its factory-like exterior and its locations in the former manufacturing hub adjacent to Mamaroneck’s downtown business district.

The planned completion of the development comes at a time when large-scale residential development in the village remains under intense scrutiny. Earlier this year, the village Board of Trustees passed a moratorium on residential development shortly before launching a nearly $100,000 study meant to help steer the future of development in Mamaroneck. According to trustees, the moratorium was passed partly as a response to the $35 million Waverley project, which represents one of the largest developments built in the vil-

lage within the last decade. The Mason, since it was started before a March 2018 cutoff date, has not been affected by the ongoing construction stall. And last month, the Board of Trustees indicated it will extend its moratorium on development—which encompasses buildings three units or larger— until March 2019, as it continues to assess the future of its current zoning and planning policies. The completion of the apartments will also mark the first step DEVELOPMENT continued on page 8

A plan to move local public access channel Larchmont Mamaroneck Community Television into an old hook and ladder firehouse sits in limbo with alternatives still on the table. According to Mayor Tom Murphy, a Democrat, while a lease moving the public broadcaster, better known as LMCTV, into the firehouse was drawn up between the village of Mamaroneck and LMCTV last year, it has yet to be signed. Murphy, who was elected village mayor in November 2017 after serving as a councilman for the town of Mamaroneck, opposes LMCTV’s transition into the firehouse due to its cost. He added that an alternative plan to consolidate the broadcaster’s operations in the Mamaroneck Town Center is still on the table. “I think they could reach all their artistic goals at the Town Center,” he told The Review. Meanwhile, according to Assistant Village Manager Daniel Sarnoff, the village is still currently in the process of providing all of the requisite information to New York State to determine whether it is eligible for a state grant renovating the building to fit the channel’s needs. Preliminary documents show that the renovations would cost a little more than $2 million while a grant would cover $500,000 worth of the work to retrofit the firehouse for lighting, wiring and ensuring that it is designed to fit cameras as well as other necessary equipment. The remaining cost would be split between

LMCTV and its corresponding municipalities. Which entities would be responsible to fund specific portions of he renovations would be the subject of an agreed upon lease, but the most recent iteration would see the village of Mamaroneck investing $500,000 toward equipment repairs in exchange for LMCTV paying a higher rent for the space. In 2016, the Board of Control—a governing body that consists of one representative from the town of Mamaroneck, and one each from the villages of Mamaroneck and Larchmont—voted to authorize LMCTV’s move to the firehouse, but since then, disagreements between board members and LMCTV regarding the station’s lease and new location have prolonged a debate that started more than two years ago. Board members are mixed on where LMCTV should move its headquarters to. LMCTV officials have repeatedly pushed for a new consolidated headquarters at the firehouse on Mamaroneck Avenue. The public access television operation is currently spread out between two locales in the Mamaroneck Town Center and Mamaroneck High School citing the benefits of maintaining a headquarters more visible to the public eye. The Board of Control is responsible for collecting and allocating franchise fees from Cablevision and Verizon, which support the main budget of LMCTV in addition to the municipal subsidies it receives. CONTACT: james@hometwn.com

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BOL mulls banning criminal conviction questions

County lawmakers will codify a previously signed executive order that bars employers from asking about prior convictions in the application process. Photo courtesy Flickr.com

A bill to ban pre-emptive questions about criminal history during job interviews will be considered by the Westchester County Board of Legislators, after being introduced last week. “The Fair Chance to Work Act is a measure whose time has come,” said one of the bill’s sponsors Catherine Borgia, a Peekskill Democrat. “Other jurisdictions, states and New York City have passed this to good effect. Eliminating the question of criminal background on initial application has broad bipartisan support in the business community. This law does not limit background checks, but allows an applicant to tell a more complete story of his or her background.” The introduction of a law comes several months after County Executive George Latimer, a Democrat, signed an executive order barring county government

employment forms from asking about criminal history. The proposed measure , which is currently being discussed in the Board of Legislators’ Committee on Labor and Housing, would codify Latimer’s previous order into law. Unlike the executive order, this law would apply to both public and private sector employers. The goal of the law, according to preliminary documents submitted to committee meetings, would be to increase the likelihood that convicted criminals may gain employment and subsequently lower the rate of recidivism. While there is no draft of the legislation yet, committee documents show that lawmakers do not intend to regulate employers verbally inquiring about criminal history. Advocates for banning questions regarding criminal history argue that those inquires unfairly

discriminate against employees. New York State law forbids all employers from discriminating against job applicants based on their criminal history unless the crime has a direct relationship to the intended position. Westchester would join nearly 150 cities and counties nationwide, including New York City and the city of Yonkers, who have both abolished the practice of inquiring about criminal history on job forms. While a similarly proposed piece of legislation pushed by county Democrats in 2016 would have also applied the ban to private businesses as well as public sector employment with county government, that initiative never made its way out of committee. Contrary to 2016, Democrats, today, hold a supermajority control of the Board of Legislators. -Reporting by James Pero

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What’s going on... Larchmont Public Library

Frank Discussions with Frank Connelly Nov. 7: Title to be selected by group

Guilty Conscience Book Group with Liam Hegarty

For more information on hours and programs, visit larchmontlibrary.org.

Fall discussion roundup One of the best things that a public library can offer to its community is a wide variety of opportunities for those in the community to get together and talk about the books that they’ve read. Book discussion groups run the gamut and there is literally a discussion group for every taste in reading. Discussion groups are great places for friends old and new to gather. Library book discussion groups expand on the concept by meeting in a place known for housing literature and are led by a librarian who is trained in exploring all things literary. This fall, the Larchmont Public Library is offering a bumper crop of book discussion groups and extends an invitation to you, the community, to come get involved. Here’s an overview of the discussion groups available:

Thursday, Oct. 4 at 7 p.m. The Guilty Conscience Group focuses on fiction. Sometimes the selections are classic works and other times the focus is on new novels. For the October discussion, the group reads and discusses “My Name Is Red” by Orhan Pamuk: a transporting tale set amid the splendor and religious intrigue of 16th century Istanbul, from one of the most prominent contemporary Turkish writers.

Literary Bites: A Cookbook Exploration Monday, Oct. 15 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Food brings the global family together. Literary Bites invites the community to join in an exploration of food in every form, in every cuisine, in an environment that encourages sharing recipes, prepared dishes and culinary experiences. Members can choose to share a dish they’ve prepared using a recipe from a cookbook the group is focusing on. This inaugural meeting will focus on “My Kitchen Year” by Ruth Reichel, former editor of Gourmet Magazine.

Stranger Than Fiction with Liam Hegarty Thursday, Nov. 1 at 7 p.m. The Stranger Than Fiction group led by librarian Liam Hegarty, focuses on Non-Fiction, from biography to history and current events. For the November meeting, the group will read and discuss

“The Soul of An Octopus: A Joyful Exploration Into the Wonder of Consciousness” by Sy Montgomery.

Short and Sweet with Alex Gaete Thursday, Oct. 11, Oct. 25 at 10 a.m. If you feel like completing a 500-page book is a bit taxing, especially when you only have a few weeks to finish it, this is the group for you. The rules for Short and Sweet are simple—we will never assign any book to read that exceeds 250 pages. Join librarian Alex Gaete for a discussion of “The Year of Living Magically” by Joan Didion. There will be sweets. Short and Sweet continues in November and December.

Ileen Gottesfeld Discussion: The Consequence of Decision Oct. 10, Oct. 31 at 10 a.m. Join retired schoolteacher Ileen Gotteseld, for this series discussing themes from the following books. Oct. 10: “A History of Loneliness” by John Boyne Oct. 31: “Terrorist” by John Updike If actually reading the books isn’t your thing, most all of the books selected are available in digital formats so you can listen to them in the car or on your mobile device. All of the discussion groups offered at the library are free and no registration is required. Books are made available three weeks prior to each discussion. Because discussion groups meet at regular intervals, it is advised to visit the library’s website for specific dates and times. Visit the library’s website at larchmontlibrary.org/adultprograms.

Sound Shore Market of Larchmont Did you know that there is a new mid-week community farmer’s market in Larchmont? It takes place in beautiful Kane Park located on Post Road (between Kane and Beach avenues) every Wednesday. The market is intended to be a destination for Larchmont and Sound Shore families to shop, dine and have fun while enhancing Larchmont’s image as an attractive, vibrant, shopping, family friendly village. Prepared foods, such as BBQ pork sandwiches, fresh salads and Greek specialties, and provision foods, such as produce, fresh fish and breads, will be offered with rotating vendors. In addition, each week there is live music and activities from Larchmont businesses to create an engaging and enjoyable atmosphere. Founder and Larchmont resident Drew George enlisted the help of The Valley Area Network, a non-profit organization that also runs Piermont’s popular “SOUK” market to operate the Sound Shore Market. The market takes place every Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. through Oct 31. (Note that the market will end at 6 p.m. beginning in September). Parking is easy and ample... Just pull right up to the park either on Post Road or Kane Avenue.

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From left, Westchester County legislators David Tubiolo, Catherine Borgia, Margaret Cunzio and Nancy Barr; ArtsWestchester CEO Janet Langsam; legislators MaryJane Shimsky, Christopher Johnson and Alfreda Williams; and Westchester County Executive George Latimer. Photo credit/Leslye Smith

Emelin Theatre for Performing Arts

Westchester County Executive George Latimer, Deputy County Executive Ken Jenkins and the Westchester County Board of Legislators joined with ArtsWestchester on Sept. 27 to announce the Art$WChallenge, a matching grant program that provides much-needed funding to support arts and culture throughout the county. From now through Dec. 14, individuals and companies are encouraged to contribute up to $5,000 to any one of 48 eligible Westchester arts and cultural organizations in order to trigger a matching grant of up to $5,000 from ArtsWestchester. This unique program is made possible by a partnership between ArtsWestchester and Westchester government that has raised nearly $3.1 million in private support for the arts in its 11-year history. To make a contribution, please visit artswestchester.org, where you will find a list of the 48 participating arts organizations. “Westchester County’s partnership with ArtsWestchester and the Art$WChallenge is a

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model example of how we can leverage private and public dollars in the most effective way possible to support the arts,” Latimer said. “The arts are a vital component of our local and regional economy, supporting thousands of jobs and adding millions of dollars of revenue back into our communities. I want to thank ArtsWestchester for its continued creativity and leadership in promoting the arts, which enriches all our lives in Westchester.” Last year, the Art$WChallenge distributed a total of $734,742 for programs throughout the county. Since the program’s inception in 2007, more than $4.7 million has been raised; roughly $3 million by area arts groups, with $1.6 million in matching funds from ArtsWestchester through county support. During a special kick-off reception at Morton’s in White Plains, Janet Langsam, CEO of ArtsWestchester, thanked Latimer and the Board of Legislators for their continued commitment to the arts. Langsam also stressed

the importance of the arts as an economic driver in Westchester, calling it “smart growth” for the county. A recent study by Americans for the Arts commissioned by ArtsWestchester found that the arts and culture sector of Westchester generates $172.3 million in total economic activity. In addition, it delivers $25.8 million in local and state government revenue and supports 5,179 full-time equivalent jobs. Since 1995, the economic impact of the arts in Westchester has increased by 218 percent. “The Art$WChallenge is a powerful example of a forward-thinking public/private partnership that pays dividends for the economy and the community,” Langsam said. “This is a smart investment not only because of the matching opportunity, but also because the arts encourage creative problem solving, contribute to our quality of life and make Westchester a great place to live. We are thankful to Westchester County government for recognizing the value of investing in the arts.” (Submitted)

Taconic Opera Historic Hudson Valley Tarrytown Music Hall Hoff-Barthelson Music School The Play Group Theater Hudson Stage Company The Rye Arts Center Hudson Valley MOCA The Symphony of Westchester Hudson Valley Writers’ Center India Center of Westchester Jacob Burns Film Center Jazz Forum Arts Friends of John Jay Homestead

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Washington Square apartments earn Energy Star cert County OKs nurse contract; CSEA still in limbo Carlshire Tenants is proud to announce that its two buildings, 1 and 3 Washington Square, have been awarded Energy Star certification for superior energy performance by the federal EPA. This means that its energy efficiency rating is in the top 25 percent of other buildings in its class across the nation. 1 and 3 Washington Square are the first such buildings in the Mamaroneck/Larchmont area to receive the Energy Star certification. “Congratulations to Carlshire Tenants Inc. for leading the way in efficiency measures for apartment buildings,” said Mamaroneck Town Supervisor Nancy Seligson. “We all need to do everything we can to reduce carbon pollution and this is a great demonstration of what can be done by private initiatives.” County Executive George Latimer added, “This achievement is one more example of what we can do here in Westchester County to reduce the effects of carbon emissions. My administration fully recognizes the devastating effect of the climate crisis and will do everything we can to encourage initiatives such as that taken by the Carlshire Tenants Inc.” Richard Cherry, Washington Square apartments board vice president, who was responsible for the energy efficient work at

Three Washington Square was one of two apartments in the town of Mamaroneck was recently awarded an Energy Star certification for superior energy performance by the EPA. Photo courtesy Mary Schwartz

the Carlshire, said the plan is not to stop now. “We are working with Sustainable Westchester to explore the use of solar for the buildings,” Cherry continued. Energy Star certified buildings and plants are verified to perform in the top quarter of buildings nationwide, based on weather-normalized source energy use that takes into account occupancy, hours of operation, and other key metrics. Energy Star is the only energy efficiency certification in the U.S. that is based on actual, verified energy performance. “1 and 3 Washington Square demonstrate true environmental leadership by reducing harm-

ful greenhouse gas emissions that are proven to contribute to climate change,” said Jean Lupinacci, Energy Star director for commercial and industrial buildings. “Today, 45 percent of U.S. emissions are attributable to commercial and industrial buildings, which is why improving energy efficiency is so critical for our future.” On average, Energy Star-certified buildings and plants use 35 percent less energy, cause 35 percent fewer greenhouse gas emissions and are less expensive to operate than their peers—all without sacrifices in performance or comfort. (Submitted)

DEVELOPMENT from page 1

A new 96-unit development in the Village of Mamaroneck will begin to accept leasers this fall. File photo

forward for the vision of the village’s “Maker Zone.” The zone, which is adjacent to the village’s downtown district, is the subject of an ongoing redevelopment effort. According to Democratic Trustee Keith Waitt, a member

of the Maker Zone committee,, the area will be rezoned and begin to see material changes as soon as 2019. Among the new frontiers for the Maker Zone, the committee hopes will be the addition of boutique hotels, theaters,

indoor recreation facilities and micro-alcohol establishments. A new zoning overlay that alters current zoning to allow for more businesses was also finalized this year. -Reporting by James Pero

A union contract with the New York State Nurses Association was officially adopted by the Board of Legislators last week.

With an affirmative vote by the Westchester County Board of Legislators, a contract with the New York State Nurses Association has officially been adopted. The new six-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. The contract will affect 43 nurses who work in social services, community colleges and jails across the county. While this union contract closes, the county’s biggest union, which remains without a new contract, still looms. The Civil Service Employees Association, CSEA, has been operating without a new contract since 2010, and is in the midst

of negotiations with the administration of County Executive George Latimer, a Democrat, 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. A new preliminary contract was handed down to the CSEA union ,but has yet to be approved. A new iteration would require members to pay into their health coverage for the first time, a stipulation that proved to be a deal breaker when the union rejected a proposal in 2016. Because of retroactive raises and the amount of workers in the union—more than 3,000— county officials have shown concern that a new contract could upset an already delicate financial situation for 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 costs associated with the any new CSEA contract. County Budget Director Richard Soule forecasted that the CSEA contract could end up totaling upwards of $40 million. As a result of the county’s structural budget deficit— which stems from 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 is hopeful of finalizing a deal with the CSEA before the impending 2019 budget season begins this fall. -Reporting by James Pero

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County jail uses civic engagement to combat recidivism In the ever persistent problem of how to stop recidivism, leaders at the Westchester County Jail are now turning their attention to civic engagement and getting inmates reintroduced to society by exercising their voting rights. “It’s a complete restorative justice process,” said Louis Molina, count Department of Corrections commissioner. “When inmates return to the community we want them to understand how the community operates, beyond just being a good neighbor, by looking past just the couple of blocks where they live to become a part of the community as a whole.” In the U.S., 17 states do not allow inmates to vote when imprisoned. This sanction is removed, however, once they are set free. In New York, the general rule is that you can vote after incarceration for a felony conviction while you are on probation, or once you have completed parole. In these cases, your voting rights are automatically restored, but you have to re-register in order to vote. The reregistration is the complicated part. Jen Lackard heads up the Station of Hope prison ministry at Grace Baptist Church in Mount Vernon. Her work finds her in the

midst of many ex-inmates and their families. “I noticed that a lot of people were unaware about civic responsibilities. We had men and women coming home from prison who were eligible to vote but did not know what that meant,” Lackard said. “Families were disenfranchised by the experience. Even though they never lost their right to vote, they were not inclined or motivated to vote at all.” That a person might feel disconnected from human society after months or even years of being incarcerated should not come as a shock. This disillusionment is a major contributing factor to what many feel is a “revolving door” in the courts. The most recent report on the topic from the state Department of Correction and Community Supervision indicates that 29 percent of female ex-offenders and 42 percent of male ex-offenders returned to custody within three years. So when Lackard approached Molina recently with an idea for a new program that not only addresses low voter turnout among ex-inmates, but also tackles recidivism head on by getting

ex-inmates intellectually vested in their communities and country, he was all ears. The county formulated a curriculum for an in-jail series of classes designed to help inmates understand how to engage with the community from a civics standpoint, and the importance of every single member of the community. Molina is quick to point out that it’s not just about registering people to vote, but ensuring they have the knowledge to make their own decision. “Helping them understand who leads them and helping them understand the different branches of government, at the local, state and federal levels” is at the core of the seminar series. Molina believes the seminar series will be a potent tool in the county’s fight against recidivism because the program “supports the whole person.” The program is unfunded, but the county has enlisted the help of a number of groups who have volunteered to do all the heavy lifting involved. In addition to Lackard’s ministry at Grace Baptist Church, the county has teamed with the League of Women Voters, the American Civil Liberties Union, the Legal

Jen Lackard of Grace Baptist Church teaching a civics class to inmates of the Westchester County Jail. Photo courtesy/westchestergov.com

Aid Society of Westchester, the National Action Network, Westchester for Change, the NAACP, the WESPAC Foundation, and Phi Beta Sigma fraternity, among others. Representatives from each group are going to be educating different program populations in the jail, both men and women, on the importance of civic engagement. That’s huge. A large number of

the population in the Westchester County Jail are detainees, and are technically qualified to vote in an election, if even just by absentee ballot. Of course, it’s ultimately up to each inmate or ex-inmate to decide whether or not to vote. But having matriculated through the county’s new civics engagement program, at least that decision will be an informed one. “I am very excited to have the opportunity to reach people who

may feel they do not have a voice, who feel marginalized, and I feel that this is a really great opportunity to show why civic engagement is something that everyone should be involved with,” said Susan Van Dolsen, co-founder of Westchester for Change. “You may have gotten a bad rap, but the only way to effect change is to participate. No matter who you are, you have to use your voice.” (Submitted)

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By Andy Landorf & John Colquhoun

The New 60 is a weekly look about what it’s like to be in your 60’s in today’s world: adult children living at home, downsizing (jobs and houses), finding old friends on Facebook and deciphering text-speak. It’s a Brave New World of second homes, second careers and second marriages…and finding out after a lifetime of milkshakes and ice cream that you’re suddenly lactose-intolerant. The New 60 is created by two local 60-plus Westchester residents, John Colquhoun of Bronxville and Andy Landorf, who hails from Tarrytown. The duo are long-time advertising creatives and this, as the saying goes, is their Act II. Even though it features folks in their 60’s, if you know someone who is 60, have a parent who’s 60 or just generally enjoy watching funny things happen to other people, you’ll find something to relate to here—you may even find yourself saying, “Hey, that happened to me!” To read more of the New 60, visit their website at thenew60comic.com.

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Westchester embraces raise the age Westchester County is one of many counties in New York State ready for major changes as the Raise the Age legislation has gone into effect. The change, effective Oct. 1, impacts 16 year olds who were previously processed as adults—now their cases will be handled by Family Court not Criminal Court. Under the new law, 16-year-old offenders will no longer be housed in adult jails, but rather be sent to a juvenile detention center—like Woodfield Cottage in Valhalla.

In April 2017, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed this new legislation that removes New York from the handful of states that treats youthful offenders as adults, and takes these teens out of the jail system and instead treats them at places like Woodfield. In Westchester, adolescent offenders will now be overseen by the county Probation Department, and will be met with programs aimed at providing the needed treatment that better suits adolescent offenders.

While the most immediate challenge will be finding housing, Rocco Pozzi, county probation commissioner, said the county is also focused on teen wellbeing. The new legislation has emerged less from compassion than from neuroscience. The personality traits and behavior of adolescents are still developing in their budding brains. As a result, 16- and 17-year-olds respond well to interventions, and can learn to make responsible choices more easily than old-

er offenders—rather than being treated like hardened criminals, according to MacArthur Foundation research. If the science isn’t compelling, the statistics certainly are. Young people imprisoned as adults are five times more likely to be sexually assaulted than youth in juvenile facilities, and an astounding 36 times more likely to commit suicide, according to data compiled by the Campaign for Youth Justice. But, while the county is committed to helping teens, this new legislation doesn’t apply to all of them. If the victim requests an order of protection, that case will

Westchester County is one of many counties in the State ready for major changes as the Raise the Age legislation has gone into effect. Under the new law, 16-year-old offenders will no longer be housed in adult jails, but rather be sent to a juvenile detention center.

automatically be forwarded to the courts. Arsonists, sex offenders, repeat offenders and those who threaten the public safety are likewise routed directly to a judge. The violent felonies— sexual assaults, crimes committed with weapons, homicides, etc.—will likely not be diverted to Family Court. These cases however, only make up roughly 1 percent of the more than 20,000 juvenile charges in New York State each year. Those who are charged with felonies will be treated differently also. They even get their own, new, classification under the law: “adolescent offender.” Of the 260 cases brought to probation last year, 160 were predisposed. But out of the 100 cases the Probation Department was allowed to handle, 97 were kept out of court. That’s an extraordinary achievement. “Even when we know it’s going to be a very difficult case, our job is to try and keep the juvenile in the community,” said Mary Frascello, assistant probation commissioner. There will be plenty more difficult cases now with the new law. Everyone under the age of 18 will get the treatment as of October of 2019, when the law is completely phased in. As for Woodfield, the facility

currently holds two dozen beds for juvenile offenders. Pozzi said it needs 30 more right away to properly handle the changes in state law. That’s not surprising when you realize that Woodfield is a regional facility, taking in offenders not only from Westchester, but Dutchess, Putnam, Orange, Rockland, Ulster and several other counties, 12 counties altogether.Pozzi’s short-term solution is to bring in modular homes. His office is in negotiations to obtain 20 such accommodations for boys, and 10 more for the new female adolescent population. The deadlines are tight, as will be the accommodations in the short term. Pozzi foresees a “few years” of the need for utilization of modular homes for Woodfield’s newest residents, while the county negotiates a plan with the Dormitory Authority of New York State to bond, and build, a permanent solution. In the meantime, upgrades at Woodfield Cottage to address the security needs of adolescent offenders—such as entrance doors, window and furniture upgrades—will be needed to ensure Woodfield’s ability to both house and provide meaningful programs. The state, Pozzi said, will be on the hook for the costs. (Submitted)

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