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Save the Sound: Beaver Swamp Brook impaired
Music to my ears
By JAMES PERO Staff Writer
For the first time in more than a decade, Westchester Broadway Theatre will be showing “Phantom” beginning in September. For more, see page 6. Photo courtesy PhantomoftheOpera.com
Mamaroneck, Larchmont awarded for food waste program By JAMES PERO Staff Writer The village of Larchmont and town of Mamaroneck received special recognition from Westchester County earlier this month for environmental initiatives designed to prevent food waste.
The “Eco Award” was given to the two municipalities for their Food Waste Recycling Program which takes residents’ food waste and uses it for compost. The distinctions were presented by County Executive George Latimer, a Democrat, who said, “The Eco Awards provide an op-
portunity to recognize those individuals and institutions who contribute to making Westchester a great place to live, work and visit by improving and caring for our local environment.” Through the municipalities’ food recycling program—unlike home composting—just about
any food items are able to be recycled, including meat, fish, dairy, bones, shells, pasta, bread, rice, fats and oils. Already, the program, which was started in September 2017, has diverted thousands of tons of food waste PROGRAM continued on page 8
The environmental group Save the Sound has recommended that Beaver Swamp Brook—a tributary that runs through Harrison, Rye and Mamaroneck—be added to the state’s list of impaired water bodies. On Aug. 7, Save the Sound announced that it has submitted formal comments to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, DEC, recommending that Beaver Swamp Brook be added to the list of impaired waters due to consistent bacterial contamination. “Over four years of testing by our water quality team have confirmed that these sections of Beaver Swamp Brook consistently have elevated levels of fecal bacteria,” said Bill Lucey the Long Island Soundkeeper for Save the Sound. “The Brook clearly needs more attention to help restore it to a condition where it’s safe to swim in and fish from, as the Clean Water Act requires.” Waterways that are designated impaired by the DEC have increased priority and resources for remediation. The list—which is mandated by the federal Clean Water Act—is updated every two years. According to routine measurements of Beaver Swamp Brook’s bacterial levels, elevated levels of
fecal coliforms—harmful bacteria found in human and animal waste—have plagued areas of the waterway since the start of testing back in 2014. According to Save the Sound, some samplings of Beaver Swamp’s bacteria level exceed the threshold set by the Environmental Protection Agency, by as much as 50 times the allowable amount of bacteria per sample. Earlier this month, Save the Sound analyst Elena Colon told the Review that in recent samples a Beaver Swamp site behind Rye Neck High School, showed levels of enterococcus that ranged from 700 to as high as 9,000 bacteria per sample. The safe swimming standard dictates that anything above 104 per sample is considered unsafe. The source of the contamination, according to a lawsuit filed by Save the Sound in 2015, is miles of neglected and porous sewer lines running throughout Westchester County that have been leeching raw sewage waste into tributaries and endangering human safety and wetlands across the county. Last year, 11 municipalities named in that lawsuit, have agreed to a court-ordered timeline for studying the extent of future repairs for sewer lines as part of a settlement, in what Save the Sound considers a BROOK continued on page 11
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First positive West Nile Virus case in county
Westchester County has learned of its first human case of West Nile for 2018, which was confirmed in an Irvington resident.
Westchester County has learned of its first human case of West Nile Virus this year, which was confirmed in a 72-year-old Irvington resident who had been hospitalized, and is now recovering at home. The county Department of Health found no signs of mosquito breeding activity around the resident’s home but treated surrounding catch basins with larvicide. “This first case of West Nile Virus serves to remind all of us to take precautions against mosquito bites by removing standing water from our property after it rains and using repellents when we spend time outdoors, especially from dusk to dawn, when mosquitoes are most active,” said Commissioner of Health Dr. Sherlita Amler. The Health Department prepared for the mosquito season by educating the public through news releases, flyers, social media and its website, where a new report on mosquito control and surveillance can be found on the West Nile Virus page. The Health Department also gave 400 pounds of free fathead minnows to residents with ponds to reduce the mosquito population. The minnows reduce the mosquito population by feeding on larvae
and pupae before they emerge into adult mosquitoes. Throughout the season, the Health Department also traps and tests mosquitoes to track the presence of mosquito-borne viruses in the county. So far this year, West Nile Virus was identified in three batches of local mosquitoes out of 199 batches tested so far. Last year, West Nile Virus was identified in five local mosquito batches out of 380 submitted for testing and three people were diagnosed with the virus. West Nile Virus infection most often causes a mild or moderate flu-like illness, but can be more serious particularly for people 60 and older, and those with other health complications. To learn how to reduce the chances for mosquitoes to breed and bite around your home, watch this short video at health. westchestergov.com/west-nilevirus and follow these tips: • Avoid the outdoors in the late afternoon and early evening when mosquitoes are active and feeding, and use insect repellents when outdoors during these times. Be sure to follow the instructions on the label. - Adults can apply insect repellents with up to 30 percent DEET on infants more than two months
of age by applying the product to their own hands and then rubbing their hands on their children. Products containing DEET are not recommended for use on children under two months of age. • Wear protective clothing, such as long pants, long-sleeved shirts and socks, when outdoors, especially in areas where mosquitoes are active and feeding. • Turn over or discard cans, buckets, ceramic pots or water-holding containers. • Check and remove standing water from children’s toys and play houses left outside. • Remove discarded tires. • Drill holes in the bottoms of all recycling containers that are left outdoors. • Turn over plastic wading pools, buckets and wheelbarrows when not in use. • Change the water in birdbaths at least twice weekly. • Keep storm drains and gutters clear of leaves and debris. • Chlorinate pools, outdoor spas and hot tubs until properly winterized or drained for the season. Also, if not chlorinated, drain any water that collects on their covers. • Report large areas of standing water on public property to the county Department of Health at 813-5000. (Submitted)
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What’s going on... Larchmont Public Library
World’s greatest sleuth, Sherlock Holmes. Sept. 5: “Silver Blaze” Oct. 3: “Hound of the Baskervilles” Nov. 7: Title to be selected by group
New Futurians with Liam Hegarty
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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:
Frank Discussions with Frank Connelly Wednesdays, Sept. 5, Oct. 3, Nov. 7, at 10 a.m. Join librarian Frank Connelly for this discussion series that delves into the world of the
Thursday, Sept. 6 at 7 p.m. Join librarian Liam Hegarty for the inaugural meeting of The New Futurians, a group dedicated to the genre of Science Fiction. Discussing Ann Leckie’s “Ancillary Justice”, the first novel to win the Hugo, Nebula and Arthur C. Clarke awards in the same year, and the first book in Ann Leckie’s New York Times bestselling trilogy. For this inaugural meeting, the New Futurians are joined by Tom Bouman, editor of “Ancillary Justice.”
Guilty Conscience Book Group with Liam Hegarty 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 Thursdays, Sept. 27, 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 Wednesdays, Sept. 26, Oct. 10, Oct. 31 at 10 a.m. Join retired schoolteacher Ileen Gotteseld, for this series discussing themes from the following books. Sept. 26: “This Is How It Always Is” by Laurie Frankel 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.
Larchmont Arts Festival On Saturday, Sept. 29, the Larchmont Arts Festival will take place at Constitution Park in Larchmont, from noon to 5 p.m. The Larchmont Arts Festival is an annual event that brings together artists and art lovers from around the tri-state area. The festival offers an opportunity to learn about fine art and crafts by connecting the community with emerging and established artists and artisans. Participating artists include painters, sculptors,
photographers, ceramicists and jewelry designers. This year’s featured artist is painter and Larchmont resident, Lara Ivanovi. The festival is a unique opportunity to buy original art, of varying price range, from the artist. In addition to art, the Larchmont Arts Festival also offers live music performed by local musicians. And for kids, there will be a free hands-on art activity. The Larchmont Arts Festival is a free, family friendly event. Constitution Park is located on Larchmont Avenue, across the street from the library. The rain date is scheduled for Sept. 30. For more information on the Larchmont Arts Festival, please visit their Facebook page at facebook.com/larchmontartsfestival/. Registration deadline is Sept. 15. All works of art must be handmade by the artist. There is no entry fee or commission on sales. Artists may apply for the Kenise Barnes Fine Art/Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s Award of $500. Young artists, ages 14-18, may apply for the Liz Kaprow Memorial Youth Art Award of $250. For inquires, email larchmontartsfestival@ gmail.com.
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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County parks receive award for excellence Westchester County Executive George Latimer has announced that county parks has won several prestigious state and national
awards for its innovative programs in the parks system during 2017. “With 50 parks and recreational areas on over 18,000
acres of parkland, county parks serves more than three million visitors annually,” Latimer said. “I congratulate the Parks
Department staff for developing creative and innovative recreational opportunities for our residents of all ages. These types of facilities and programs contribute to our wonderful quality of life and make Westchester
a great place in which to live.” The awards are as follows: “Opening of the Final Connection between North and South County Trailway” Awarded by the New York State Recreation and Park Society for Exceptional Park Design 2017. This long-awaited completion of the “missing link” of the South and North County trailways now provides users of this popular facility a continuous, 36-mile trail experience from the south end of the county to the northern end and beyond into Bronx County to the south and Putnam County to the north. “Gossip Tour of Merestead” Winner of the Historical/Cultural Award 2017 from the National Association of Parks and Recreation Officials. This curator-led tour of Westchester’s historic mansion cleverly presents a history of the family who lived on the estate during the early 1900s via newspaper clippings and gossip column items, along with “newsy” anecdotal items culled
from interviews with former employees of the private estate and additional research. “Glass House Conservatory at Lasdon Park” Westchester Recreation and Parks Society Austin Welch Pierre Award for “Public Interpretation of Excellence and Recognition of Recreation and Parks Effort.” This 2,400-square-foot conservatory debuted in June with a magnificent tropical rain forest exhibit and wows visitors with exotic plants and all-enveloping ecosystem. Patterned on the conservatory at the New York Botanical Garden in the Bronx, the Lasdon conservatory is the only one of its kind in Westchester. In addition, two county parks were recognized by the readers of Westchester Magazine for prestigious “Best of Westchester” awards this year: • Twin Lakes Farm, “Best Riding Stable” • Playland Park, “Best Place to Bring the Kids” (Submitted)
Like us on facebook The Glass House Conservatory at Lasdon Park won the Westchester Recreation and Parks Society Austin Welch Pierre Award for “Public Interpretation of Excellence and Recognition of Recreation and Parks Effort.” It was one of several national and state distinctions the Westchester County Parks system won for 2017. Photo courtesy westchester.gov
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rthur Kopit and Maury Yeston’s «Phantom” made its New York premiere at Westchester Broadway Theatre in 1992. During its record-breaking, nine-month run, more than 120,000 people attended. Night after night, audiences rose to their feet for the stunning musical thriller. The original production was directed by William Pullinsi and starred Robert Cuccioli as the Phantom and Glory Crampton as Christine Daee. “Phantom” returned to the stage in 1996 and 2007 directed and choreographed by Tom Polum, who had been in the original production. William Stutler, Robert Funking and the entire staff of the Westchester Broadway Theatre are very excited that this extraordinary piece, once again directed and choreographed by Polum, will once again grace the stage. “Phantom” was written by Kopit, with music and lyrics by Yeston who were the Tony Award-winning collaborators for the Broadway Musical “Nine.” “Phantom” is not to be confused with Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Phantom of the Opera,” which is currently running on Broadway. Both shows are based on the same Gaston LeRoux novel, with the Webber extravaganza being more like an opera, completely sung. The Yeston/ Kopit “Phantom” is more of a traditional Broadway musical with dialogue and songs throughout. The show opened here at Westchester Broadway Theatre, WBT, on July 16, 1992 to rave reviews. Jacques LeSourd, a critic from Gannett newspapers, stated then, “There is also a gripping story, richly drawn characters, and music that can break your heart with its beauty... You’ll find none of that in the Broadway ‘Phantom’.... The rich orchestrations bring to mind ‘Sweeney
Todd’ and even the propulsive sounds of Philip Glass. This is a score in the grand manner.” The story revolves around the central character of a man named Erik, (also known as the Phantom) who was born and raised in the catacombs under the Paris Opera House. Through a series of circumstances, he takes on as a pupil a young woman named Christine, who has been a street singer. She has a natural talent and a beautiful voice, but she lacks the special training to perform in an Opera company. He agrees to take her on as a student with certain conditions, the main one being that she will never see his face. After a lot of hard work she eventually auditions for the company and is not only accepted but is given the opportunity to play a principal part in an Opera. Without realizing it, they fall in love with each other. The relationship becomes obsessive and impossible, leading to a stunning conclusion which can only be experienced by attending a performance at WBT. The music and the drama of this piece are extraordinary and should not be missed. From our show that was seen by many members of The Alliance for Musical Theatre Producers, came scores of productions around the country. After seeing our production of “Phantom”, RCA Victor produced a CD recording of the show, including WBT cast members Glory Crampton who played Christine, Meg Bussert who played Carlotta, and most of our ensemble. For those of you who have already seen “Phantom” we will be adding a few surprises, and if you have only seen it once, it is definitely worth a second time For reservations call 592-2222 or visit BroadwayTheatre.com. (Submitted)
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Robert Cuccioli starred in the original production of “Phantom” which first opened at the Westchester Broadway Theatre on July 16, 1992.
“PHANTOM” Sept. 13 to Nov. 25 & Dec. 27 to Jan. 27, 2019 Westchester Broadway Theatre Book by Arthur Kopit Music/lyrics by Maury Yeston Based on the novel “Phantom of the Opera” by Gaston Leroux Directed/choreographed by Tom Polum Music direction by Bob Bray “Phantom” returns to the Westchester Broadway Theatre for the first time since 2007. Photos courtesy Pia Haas
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County Historical Society publishes history of county The Westchester County Historical Society has published the first comprehensive history of Westchester County in more than 35 years. Written by Field Horne, printed by Rose Press in Mount Vernon, designed by Christina Wong and edited by Elizabeth G. Fuller, Katherine M. Hite, Patrick Raftery and Gray Williams, the 257-page publication entitled “Westchester County: A History” includes more than 225 illustrations, 110 of which are in full color. The 13 chapters guide the reader through the major influences and developments that formed the character of the county: Native American settlements; English and Dutch control; origins of county government; the Revolutionary War and subsequent rebuilding; county expansion during the railroad era; volunteerism, relief efforts and political life during the Civil War; growth of estates, communities and industrialization during the Gilded Age; suburban growth, public works and public education throughout the Progressive Era; the impact of two World Wars and the Woman’s Suffrage Movement; creation of the county parks system; and the development of suburban life as well as demographic changes. “Because of the complexity of the county, the vast amount of material available, and the relatively limited time, I did most of the research in the best and most reliable secondary sources,” Horne said. “However, wherever necessary I went into primary sources. This was particularly critical in such areas as population growth and ethnicity, agricultural change and manufacturing, none of which had been treated successfully by earlier historians.” When asked what was the biggest surprise in conducting research for this four-year project, Horne said, “The greatest surprise was the existence of the Chappaqua Spring and Sing Sing Retreat, a mineral water resort hotel at the present Millwood. It is known only from some newspaper stories and a very brief mention in a gazetteer. I found it only because I was searching a weekly paper published in Sing Sing for any mention of African-American celebrations in the
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county following full emancipation on July 4, 1827, and spotted the advertisement for the hotel.” Horne added that the biggest challenge, he encountered, “was keeping the book to a reasonable length for readability while covering the full scope of Westchester’s history.” Designer Christina Wong added, “We selected Goudy as our typeface in 12-point with 14-point leading and just about every page has an accompanying photograph, illustration, map or document reproduction in order to create the most inviting and reader-friendly experience throughout the entire publication.” Horne holds a B.A from Williams College and an M.A. in Museum Management from Cooperstown. He has authored numerous works as well as consulted for history museums, government agencies, businesses and not-forprofit organizations. He was the editor and co-owner of “Saratoga Life” magazine, the community history editor of “The Encyclopedia of New York State,” an adjunct professor at Russell Sage College, executive director of the Saratoga County Historical Society, was selected as a Founding Fellow of the New York Acade-
my of History, and is a member of many educational and historical organizations such as the New York State Department of Education’s Advisory Council on State and Local History. “Westchester County: A History” is available in soft cover for $40 or in hardcover (limited quantities) for $58. Copies can be purchased through the Westchester County Historical Society, WCHS, website, or by mail, or in person at WCHS offices at 2199 Saw Mill River Road in Elmsford, Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; you can contact the offices at 592-4323. The public is invited to the official book launch and reception on Saturday, Sept. 15 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Scarsdale Golf Club on Club Way in Hartsdale where the author will be signing books and describing his discoveries and challenges while researching and writing the book. An RSVP is required and the reception is $15. Reservations may be made by calling WCHS at 592-4323. Established in 1874, the Westchester County Historical Society is one of the oldest historical societies in the U. S. and the only organization that collects and promotes the countywide history of Westchester. (Submitted)
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Mamaroneck and Larchmont were recognized by Westchester County for their efforts to mitigate food waste. Photo courtesy town of Mamaroneck
and has more than 500 participants between both Larchmont and Mamaroneck. “As soon as I heard about food waste recycling in the county, I knew that the town of Mamaroneck had to take part in this great initiative and was thrilled that Town Administrator Steve Altieri and Larchmont Mayor Lorraine Walsh agreed,” said Town Supervisor Nancy Seligson, a Democrat. According to a study conducted by researchers from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the University of New Hampshire, food waste accounts
for about 30 percent of all trash across the country. By composting food waste, scraps which are normally sent to a land fill are then turned into a kind of fertilizer which helps enrich soil with nutrients that are used to grow crops. Residents who are interested in participating in the municipalities’ food waste recycling program are able to purchase their own compost kits for just $20. Kits include a 2 gallon countertop pail, a six gallon home storage and transportation bin, and 25 compostable bags for the pail. The town of Mamaroneck in
particular has excelled in introducing green initiatives over the past several years and became one of the state’s first “Climate Smart Community” in 2017, which is given to communities who aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate the effects of climate change. Among the town’s environmentally friendly initiatives have been outfitting municipal buildings with energy-efficient lighting, using bio-diesel powered sanitation trucks and purchasing electric vehicles. CONTACT: james@hometwn.com
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Shared services hearings close; county looks for savings By JAMES PERO Staff Writer Westchester County has concluded its final round of public hearings on a shared services plan, prior to submitting its proposal to the state. The hearings mark the second year of discussions with the county’s 41 municipalities, after
last year’s outcome produced a savings plan of $1.2 million under former County Executive Rob Astorino, a Republican. As a result, those meetings were reconvened by current County Executive George Latimer, a Democrat, this year in search of additional savings. The meetings looked to provide input on a plan to cut gov-
ernment spending by sharing services, facilities and municipal equipment, if possible. “We are not approaching this as ‘us’ and ‘you,’ we are approaching this as ‘we,” Latimer said back in June. “And we are trying many things with that mindset, sitting down with our fellow local governments to find out what is the best way to do this.”
The shared services plan would build on legislation signed by Gov. Andrew Cuomo, a Democrat, in May 2017 that creates a blueprint for counties to consolidate services in an effort to save on cost and efficiency. A subsequent piece of legislation passed this year was designed to assist the 23 remaining counties in the state who had not submitted a plan—last year 34 submitted ones—as well as allowing those who wished to revisit their 2017
proposed plans to do so. Additionally, the 2018 legislation calls for a three-year timeline for counties to demonstrate implementation and proof of savings. “The shared services initiative empowers citizens to directly engage their local elected officials in finding ways to cut property taxes by reducing the cost of local government,” Cuomo said in May. The statewide legislation requires every county executive across the state to convene a pan-
Hearings geared toward developing an action plan for shared services hopes to squeeze out more savings—after finding $1.2 million in cost-cutting measures last year—by consolidating services across Westchester’s municipalities. Photo courtesy Flickr.com
el made up of every chief elected official from every municipality and submit a plan to reduce the costs of services like sanitation, emergency medical care and police. As incentive, the state Legislature has set aside $225 million in matching funds for money that each county saves through consolidation plans. In Long Island, both Suffolk and Nassau counties have already passed their own shares services plans with the former saving an estimated $130 million in the first year due almost entirely to the decision to convert a sewage treatment plan into a pump station. The savings is derived from the disparity in cost between updating the sewage treatment plant— an estimate of $178 million— compared to diverting waste to a different treatment center which would cost $50 million. The Westchester panel will look to finalize a plan before a Sep. 15 deadline in which a proposal must be submitted to the state. If approved, the plan would be presented to the public in mid-October. Westchester faces its own set of financial woes with projections of a $32 million budget shortfall for 2018. CONTACT: james@hometwn.com
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Hoff-Barthelson readies for the fall semester Registration is open for the 2018 fall semester at Hoff-Barthelson, Westchester’s premier community music school. Hoff-Barthelson Music School was founded in 1944 by Virginia Hoff and Joyce Barthelson, two gifted musicians who believed that the joy of music and the skills to perform it should be available to everyone. They left a legacy that has touched the lives of many: a warm, friendly music school dedicated to the highest standards of music education, performance and community service for students of all ages. A commitment to creativity, collaboration and community animates Hoff-Barthelson’s holistic approach to music education, which is characterized by: A supportive musical environment. We inspire our students to develop their musical and human potential as part of a community of peers, teachers and parents. Adults find a musical home at Hoff-Barthelson, too—pursuing their love of music with others who share their passion. A focus on the whole student. Teaching understanding, appreciation and musical skills goes hand in hand with nurturing crit-
ical thinking, creative, social and other valuable learning and life skills. Customized learning. We work with all students—whether their interests are casual or pre-professional—to design individual goals and pathways and connect them with the best possible teachers. Exceptional teaching. Our faculty—drawn from the region’s most talented teachers and performers—excels at matching the teaching approach to the individual, catalyzing each student’s progress from beginner to advanced. A multifaceted curriculum. Our comprehensive approach combines individual instruction, musicianship courses, ensembles and frequent performance opportunities offered year-round. Once enrolled for music lessons, all students gain complimentary access to a comprehensive program that includes musicianship classes in theory, ear training and composition; ensemble opportunities for students at all levels, including wind, vocal and jazz ensembles, a multi-tiered orchestra program, and chamber music; and myr-
iad performance opportunities throughout the year. Students also benefit from master classes, workshops and coachings with world renowned guest artists and members of the New York Philharmonic, with which Hoff-Barthelson has partnered for more than 20 years. The 2018-19 school year begins on Wednesday, Sept. 12. While enrollment is open throughout the school year, families wanting to place students in one of the Hoff-Barthelson’s many musicianship classes should try to register before the end of October. Those interested in ensembles should be in touch by Sept. 12. Families wishing to learn about early childhood classes offered for children ages 9 months through kindergarten, which include Dalcroze-Eurythmics, ukulele, recorder and the most comprehensive pre-Suzuki program in Westchester, are invited to attend the open houses and class demonstrations taking place Friday, Sept. 7 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., with a demo class at 10:30 a.m., and Saturday, Sept. 8 from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., with a demo class at 2 p.m. the
Hoff-Barthelson Music School faculty member Glen Kirchoff teaches a piano lesson. Photo/Steven Schnur
open houses will take place at the Hoff-Barthelson Music School, located at 25 School Lane in Scarsdale. To RSVP for either
open house please contact Kathryn Kitt at 723-1169 or email kkitt@hbms.org. For more information on
Hoff-Barthelson, its fall enrollment and to register, call 723-1169, email hb@hbms.org or visit hbms.org. (Submitted)
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5 reasons young families need life insurance now
When it comes to money matters, young parents who are just starting out have a lot to juggle; they may be paying off student debt and saving for their first home, all while raising kids. But it’s also a time when young families may be the most financially vulnerable should the unexpected strike. To ensure that they have financial protection when they need it most, purchasing a life insurance policy should be top of mind. Here are five reasons why young families need life insurance: 1. You just never know. While it’s not the most pleasant thing to ponder, an emergency situation could quickly put your family’s finances under water. In fact, nearly half of Americans don’t have enough savings to take care of a $400 emergency response. And when you’re starting out, not having protection in case something happens
to a family’s breadwinner is even scarier. 2. The earlier you opt in, the more affordable it is. Because age is one of the factors that affects the cost of your premium, the younger you are when you purchase a policy, the less you’ll be paying each year. 3. It’s not as expensive as you think. If you’re on a budget and are convinced you can’t afford life insurance, consider term life insurance. It guarantees protection for a set amount of time. Since it’s not designed to last a lifetime, the annual premiums are considerably lower. 4. It lets you concentrate on other goals. Once you have the peace of mind and financial protection that life insurance grants you, you may feel secure enough to fund long-term goals, like buying a home, saving for your nest egg or going back to school. 5. You can always upgrade at a later date. Don’t let the fear of
making the wrong decision deter you from purchasing a policy now. The policy you purchase today isn’t intended to be set in stone. As your family’s needs change, you have the option of making upgrades. We know it’s not easy for young families to make their life insurance needs a priority, given all their competing financial obligations. However, life insurance is a vehicle for protection that is not only affordable, but can also help families save money and can ultimately propel them toward reaching both their immediate and far-reaching goals. This educational, third-party article is provided as a courtesy by Andy Ball, agent, New York Life Insurance Company. To learn more about the information or topics discussed, please contact Andy at aball02@ft.newyorklife.com.
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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF FORMATION OF Kutzin Consulting Group, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on July 2, 2018. Office location: WESTCHESTER County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. The Post Office address to which the SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon him/her is: 6 Sackett Dr. Larchmont, NY 10538. The principal business address of the LLC is: 6 Sackett Dr. Larchmont, NY 10538. Purpose: any lawful act or activity.
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NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 06/14/2018. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 24 Pine Ridge Rd Larchmont, NY 10538. Notice of Formation of MerlSol, LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, 111 N. Hill Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 Central District NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: AMERICA INTERNATIONAL 2001 VENTURE aka GEOTECH OIL VENTURE; CARL VALERI; and DOES 1 through 100, inclusive, YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFFS: MICHAEL REMBIS AND KRISTINE REMBIS, CASE NO. BC706953. NOTICE: You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services website (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney is: Michael Leight, Law Offices of Michael Leight, 6700 E. Pacific Coast Hwy., Suite 237, Long Beach, CA 90803 (562)430-1009.
Notice for Mosquito Baiting The Village of Mamaroneck will be conducting Mosquito baiting starting August 10, 2018 along Taylor Lane and Shore Acres. The application will be done using a backpack blower. Vectolex FG EPA#73049-20 with signal word caution, and Vectobac G EPA#73049-10 with signal word caution. For more information/emergency please feel free to contact NYSDEC at 8452563097, Poison control center at 8453531000 and the National Pesticide Telecommunications Network at 800858 Pest. For details of treatments and any concerns please contact the Village of Mamaroneck at: 914-777-7703 which is located at: 123 Mamaroneck Ave, Mamaroneck NY.10543 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING VILLAGE OF MAMARONECK NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Board of the Village of Mamaroneck on Wednesday, September 26th, 2018 at 7:00 P.M. in the Courtroom at Village Hall, 169 Mt. Pleasant Avenue, Mamaroneck, New York, or as soon thereafter as practicable, will open a public hearing on an application, received by Gerard and Diane Koeppel (The Applicants) for a wetlands permit for a property located at 1248 Greacen Point Road to renovate the existing single family home, retain the existing stone foundation, reduce the size of the home to make it more energy efficient, replace part of the existing asphalt pavement with permeable materials, relocate the garage to above the flood line, install rain water retention system for green roof and grey water. The property is located in the R-20 Residential District located at 1248 Greacen Point Road in the Village of Mamaroneck and designated on the tax map of the Village of Mamaroneck as Section 9, Block 93B, Lot 2. All persons wishing to be parties in interest and eligible to be heard at such public hearing should file a notice of appearance by September 26th, 2018 together with a statement of the precise grounds of support, or opposition to or interest in the application, with the Planning Board. Any person who wishes to be a party in interest without filing a notice of appearance may do so by appearing at the public hearing and indicating his or her desire to be a party in interest. If no notices of appearance are timely filed by any party in interest and if the Applicant waives any public hearing, then the public hearing may be cancelled by the Planning Board. The application, including all documents and maps therewith, is available for public inspection at the Office of the Planning Board of the Village of Mamaroneck. Planning Board / Village of Mamaroneck August 9th, 2018 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, 12720 Norwalk Blvd., Norwalk, CA 90650 Southeast District NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: AMERICA INTERNATIONAL 2002 VENTURE aka DICKENS PARTNERS; CARL VALERI; and DOES 1 through 100, inclusive, YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: TAMMY BROOKHART, CASE NO. VC067138. NOTICE: You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services website (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney is: Michael Leight, Law Offices of Michael Leight, 6700 E. Pacific Coast Hwy., Suite 237, Long Beach, CA 90803 (562)430-1009.
A new contract with bus operators Liberty Lines will continue Bee-Line service in Westchester for less taxpayer money. Photo courtesy Flickr.com
By JAMES PERO Staff Writer Westchester County has come to terms with transit company Liberty Lines for a new five-year deal that will come with lower costs to taxpayers. At a press conference on Aug. 27, County Executive George Latimer, a Democrat, announced that the county will enter into a new agreement with the Liberty Lines—operators of the Bee-Line bus service—that will save taxpayers $20 million. “When my administration took office on January 1, we had on the table the willingness to negotiate a new contract,” Latimer said in a statement. “We talk a lot about the deficit we are facing in Westchester County, and the government and taxpayers owe a debt of gratitude to Liberty Lines for their flexibility in being willing to help close that gap.”
The previous contract was set to expire on Dec. 31 of this year. The new deal will run through 2023 and cuts cost in contractual payments to Liberty Lines —$13 million—as well as $7 million in insurance savings. The company operates 58 routes throughout Westchester and provides 27 million rides ever year. “We would like to thank County Executive George Latimer and his staff for working with us through this negotiation,” said Bruce Bernacchia, Liberty Lines board of directors’ representative. “Liberty Lines is excited to build on its 53-year legacy of providing high quality and reliable bus service to Westchester residents.” Relations with the county and the Liberty Lines contract were once strained back in 2013 when the federal government threatened to withhold grant funding for bus services unless the bidding process for the county’s con-
tract was opened up to other companies. Further, Liberty Lines threatened to sue the county if it did not win claiming it owned the bus routes. Eventually, former County Executive Rob Astorino, a Republican, stipulated that any bidder would have to provide a $20 million bond to shield from a potential lawsuit and Liberty Lines—a frequent donor to Astorino’s campaigns—was the only respondent. The county will hope to use the savings from this contract to help close a $32 million budget gap that still looms large for 2018. An outstanding contract with the county’s largest union, the Civil Service Employees Association, CSEA, also threatens to widen the budget gap as negotiations continue forward since the expiration of the current contract back in 2010. CONTACT: james@hometwn.com
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SPORTS
Wasted on the young? LIVE MIKE Mike Smith
I’m always amazed how some of the simplest interactions I have can end up affecting me in odd ways. On Tuesday, I was speaking with Mamaroneck Field Hockey Coach John Savage about his team’s upcoming season. Savage talking to me about one of his senior stars, Brigid Knowles, who—as a freshman—scored the game-winning, double-overtime goal to help Mamaroneck win the 2015 state title. It was a tremendous moment for the budding star and for the program. The catch, Savage said, was that Knowles and the Tigers have been fighting to win another state title ever since. I then began to ponder the question: is it better to have success early in one’s career or is it better go reach the mountain top after you’ve experienced the pain of defeat? On Aug. 26, my men’s baseball team, the New York City Mud
Hens, put the finishing touches on our first-ever championship season, sweeping our finals opponents handily to hoist the league trophy. The ensuing celebration, of course, was a wild one, as family, friends and even other players from around the league were on hand to congratulate us on a job well done. But looking back on the celebration, which included a lengthy trip to a local watering hole, I couldn’t help but wonder; did the title mean as much to the younger guys as it did to the veterans? For older guys like me—some of whom have been playing on the team for more than a decade—the win was as much about relief as pure jubilation. Throughout the years, we suffered no shortage of heart-breaking losses in title games and Sunday’s game represented an exorcism of everything that had happened in the past. There was a twinge of melancholy too, as we remembered all the friends we had played with, many of them retiring or moving away, who wouldn’t be able to truly join in on the festivities.
It helped too, that each longtime player had their own moment of personal glory on Sunday, none more magnificent than a pinch-hit home run by one of our bench players who was getting his first at-bat of the postseason. If he, indeed, retires before the start of next season, his final moment on the baseball field will be sprinting around the bases, right arm raised, as the rest of the team howled in support. By contrast, the team’s younger players, guys who joined either this year or the year prior didn’t bring that baggage with them into the playoffs. And maybe it helped, having those fresh faces unencumbered by our past failures. It might have been what we needed to push us over the top. But I wondered if they could possibly cherish this win as much as those who had suffered to get to this point. And moving for- On Aug. 26, Sports Editor Mike Smith’s baseball team captured its first-ever league title. But did the win mean ward, would they be spoiled by more to the veterans than to the team’s younger players? Photo/Mike Smith their early success? before he gets to celebrate again. I think I got my answer late on who managed to record the final ers right next to him. Of course it meant a lot. Sunday night when our 24-year- out. He was lying asleep in bed— I just hope he doesn’t have to Follow Mike Smith on Twitter @ old centerfielder texted us a picture of his roommate, our closer, the league trophy under the cov- suffer through another 12 years LiveMike_Sports
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Tigers eye another crown By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor Over the years, few teams in Section I have enjoyed as much success as the Mamaroneck field hockey program. Given the team’s continued success, then, it should stand to reason that if any team is equipped to deal with the graduation of three All-State players, it would be the Tigers. With eight seniors returning— seven of whom were starters last season—the reigning Class A champion should once again be the team to beat. After graduating leading scorer Sophie Brill and defensive wizards Emily Mahland and
Molly Banks in May, the Tigers have some big shoes to fill this fall. But head coach John Savage’s roster doesn’t lack for star power, as All-State attacker Brigid Knowles and elite midfielder Elizabeth Brissette headline a strong senior class. Brissette, who missed half of the 2017 season with an injury, served mostly as an attacker last year, but her switch to midfield will help solidify a unit that Savage counts among the section’s best, even as he tasks his midfielders with shouldering more of a load on the offensive end following the departure of Brill. “[Brissette] has elite skills and her defense is getting much better
too,” Savage said. “I told her that she’s going to have to score goals in one circle, and get back down on the other end and save goals, and I definitely think she’s up to that challenge.” As is often the case with Mamaroneck, the defense should once again be a dominant force. With a strong midfield anchored by Brissette, Erin Cotter and Sophie Leighton, a defensive unit led by Caroline Allen and returning sophomore goalie Sam Maresca, who earned All-League honors as a freshman, the Tigers have more than enough talent in the backfield to keep every game close. That defense will be tested quite a bit this year though, as Savage acknowledges that Mamaroneck’s regular season schedule will be the toughest he has seen in his 23 years at the head of the program. In addition to two games against league rival Scarsdale, the Tigers will be taking on Class B champion Lakeland, Class C champion Bronxville, Class A contender Fox Lane and two highly rated out-of-state teams in Greenwich, Connecticut, and Oak Knoll, New Jersey. “There are no creampuffs on the schedule, and in about 12 or 13 of the games, I really think we can either win or lose, depending on how we play,” the coach said. “But that’s the way we wanted it, we wanted to push ourselves against the best competition.” And with their sights set on another Section I crown and a deep run toward states, Savage feels like a little bit of adversity early on could bring out the best in his team.
Elizabeth Brissette controls the ball during Mamaroneck’s Class A final win over Horace Greeley in 2017. Brissette is one of the team’s top returners in 2018.
“It’s a good way to see where we are and see what corrections we have to make as we move towards sectionals, regionals and states,” he said. “This is a group that is a tough bunch of kids and they work hard. I’m a demanding coach, but they’ve been a pleasure so far, and they definitely want it.” CONTACT: sports@hometwn.com
Brigid Knowles races down the sidelines in 2017. Knowles will be one of the Tigers’ prime attackers this season.
Sophie Leighton fights for possession during a contest last season. Photos/Mike Smith
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