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BUSINESS JOURNAL August 31, 2015 | VOL. 51, No. 35

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NORWALK’S GIGMASTERS IS FREELANCE ENTERTAINMENT CENTRAL

On with the show

Michael Caldwell, CEO and co-founder, Gigmasters in Norwalk. Photo by Bill Fallon

BY BILL FALLON Bfallon@westfairinc.com IN 1988, MICHAEL CALDWELL, CO-FOUNDER and CEO of entertainment-themed Gigmasters in Norwalk, attended Indiana University on a viola scholarship. Too much practice — “all alone, no windows, two to three hours a day” — doomed his viola career and he took up economics. He remained active on viola, though, through a single bulletin board’s postings for musicians, “the gig board” as IU students called it. Caldwell worked several years in finance in Boston and New York City until, in 1997, he resurrected the essence of the IU gig board as Gigmasters, which now employs 38 and fields about 1,000 inquiries per day at its website, Gigmasters.com. Caldwell said by not playing music, but promoting it, he and Gigmasters have helped “tens of

thousands” earn paychecks for their passion. The company is essentially a web-based gig board to connect talent across the music and entertainment spectrums in the lower 48 states, though 5 percent of its bookings are in Canada. When it comes to putting artists next to other artists, Caldwell said algorithms do some of the heavy lifting, “but we rely a lot on the human side.” Elvis, or in this case, his tributors and impersonators, remains very popular for events, corporate and otherwise. “He has a particularly passionate fan base,” Caldwell said of The King. Gigmasters offers hundreds of categories including entertainers — bands from rock to chamber to classical — and event vendors like photographers and florists. » GIG, page 13

Hotel upgrades

J HOUSE AND OTHERS OPT FOR AMENITIES BY DANIELLE BRODY dbrody@westfairinc.com WITH NEW AMENITIES, J HOUSE staff hope more visitors check in to the boutique hotel and more nearby residents check it out. The four-year-old hotel on East Putnam Avenue in Greenwich’s Riverside neighborhood has repurposed spaces to compete in the luxury hotel market and attract members of the community, General Manager Laura Gillis said. This summer, the hotel has renovated the former cleaning staff headquarters into a threeroom spa, slated to open Aug. 31, and turned its signature chocolate laboratory into a new coffee bar. Both are available to guests and the public. “It’s really going to go hand in hand,” Gillis said of the spa and cafe. The hotel is also renovating standard rooms

into a 1,651-square-foot presidential suite and a 1,149-square-foot ambassador suite. The attached suites include a bedroom, living room, kitchenette, 10-seat table and two private patios. The room will be available for overnight guests, businesses meetings or private events. Business travelers, families and community members already come to the hotel for its conference rooms, outdoor pool — day passes are available to the public — and J House Restaurant, formerly known as eleven14 Kitchen. Ginny Kozlowski, executive director of the Connecticut Lodging Association based in New Haven, said J House, along with other boutique hotels that occupy smaller spaces, are trying to fill needs in their market and engage the community. “Hotel trends, at this point, are starting

Danielle Cervi, director of the J House Spa, in one of three treatment rooms. Photo by Danielle Brody

to move toward being a part of a community, not just a place where people come in and stay and then leave,” she said. “They want » HOTEL, page 14

It’s not you; traffic is getting worse TEXAS A&M JOINT STUDY HAS THE NUMBERS

BY FRANK JULIANO Hearst Connecticut Media

f it seems like you’ve been sitting in traffic even longer this year, well, you’re right. The average commuters driving the 23 miles between Bridgeport and Stamford on I-95 spent 49 extra hours in their vehicle last year due to traffic congestion, and paid an additional $1,174 in fuel costs for the privilege. That’s more than two whole days of your life sitting in traffic, enough to make the Bridgeport-Stamford corridor the 19thworst commute in the U.S. last year, according to a report released Wednesday by the Texas A&M Transportation Institute and INRIX Inc., a global data analytics firm with its U.S. headquarters in the state of Washington. The same report found in 2011 the Bridgeport-Stamford commute on I-95 ate up 42 hours and cost $902 in additional fuel costs. And keep in mind gas prices have dropped during the intervening years, even while area commuters burned up more fuel waiting for the road ahead to clear. Traffic congestion nationally reached a new peak last year and is greater than ever before, according to the study.

Construction along Interstate 95 in Norwalk. File photo by Bill Fallon

The time it takes to make the 23-mile trip from Bridgeport to Stamford on Interstate 95 increases from 20 minutes at “optimal” times to as long as more than an hour when congestion is at its peak, the Texas A&M Transportation Institute survey found. Commuters in Washington, D.C. suffer the most, losing an average of 82 hours a year to rush-hour slowdowns, the study found. Los Angeles, San Francisco and New York come next on the list of urban areas with the

longest delays. The improving economy accounts for much of the increase in traffic volume and commuting delays, the analysts said. With the recession in the rear-view mirror, the brake lights on the car ahead of you keep flashing on and off. Overall, American motorists are stuck in traffic about 5 percent more than they were in 2007, the pre-recession peak, the report said.

Four out of five cities have now surpassed their 2007 congestion. Rounding out the top 10 worst commuting cities are San Jose, Boston, Seattle, Chicago, Houston and Riverside-San Bernardino. Hearst Connecticut Media includes four daily newspapers: Connecticut Post, Greenwich Time, The Advocate (Stamford) and The News-Times (Danbury). See ctpost.com for more from this reporter.

NY AG and Purdue Pharma agree to fight opiod habit

ew York state Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman recently announced an agreement with Stamford-based Purdue Pharma LP to restrict its opioid marketing efforts. Purdue Pharma had already begun the process. Purdue Pharma makes the long-acting opioid Oxy-Contin, its brand name for oxycodone pills. The agreement strengthens and makes permanent an internal Purdue program aimed at preventing the company’s sales staff from promoting the powerful painkiller to health care providers who may be involved in abuse and illegal diversion of opioids, according to Schneiderman. The deal requires Purdue to disclose financial relationships with any individuals, including doctors and other health care professionals, who appear on the company’s “unbranded” websites that endorse the benefits of pain treatment. Schneiderman cited inthefaceofpain.com as such a website. He

said the company had agreed to “important business practice changes” to help stave off both overprescription and the “opioid addiction epidemic.” “Over the past two decades, New York has experienced a sharp increase in opioid addiction and that has coincided with the substantially increased sale of oxycodone,” Schneiderman said. “The public health crisis created by opioid overprescribing in New York remains pervasive and extremely dangerous. My office will work to ensure that prescription drugs are marketed and prescribed responsibly — and that consumers get the information they need about the risks of addiction to painkillers.” Between the 1990s and 2011, prescriptions of oxycodone more than doubled in the U.S. and sales of the product increased more than tenfold. Between 2008 and 2011, OxyContin accounted for approximately 10 percent of the total oxycodone prescriptions in New

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York state, Schneiderman said. During that time, according to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, the number of opioid painkiller prescriptions filled by New York City residents increased by 31 percent, from approximately 1.6 million to approximately 2.2 million, with oxycodone accounting for 53 percent of those prescriptions. Between 1997 and 2011, there was also a sharp increase in the prevalence of opioid addiction, which in turn has been associated with a rise in overdose deaths and heroin use. According to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in New York State, from 2003 to 2012, deaths involving opioid analgesics increased five-fold, from 179 in 2003 to 883 in 2012. Purdue’s “Abuse and Diversion Detection” program requires its sales representatives to report to the company any facts that suggest a health care provider to whom it markets opioids may be involved in the abuse or illegal

diversion of opioid products. When a provider is reported under the program, Purdue conducts an internal inquiry regarding the provider to determine whether he or she should be placed on a “no-call” list. If a provider is placed on this list, Purdue sales representatives may no longer contact the provider to promote the company’s opioid products. Purdue and the attorney general’s office additionally agreed to require Purdue’s sales representatives who market Purdue opioid products to health care providers to ask whether the provider has completed an FDA-approved training program regarding the appropriate prescribing of opioids and to provide information about such training. Purdue will also provide, upon request, information regarding addiction treatment resources to providers to whom it markets its opioid products. As part of the settlement, Purdue Pharma will pay $75,000 in penalties and costs. — Bill Fallon

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State tourism campaign drums on BY DANIELLE BRODY dbrody@westfairinc.com

onnecticut’s “Still Revolutionary” campaign continues to raise awareness three years into the state’s comeback marketing push, according to Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Economic and Community Development Tim Sullivan, who manages the branding effort. Businesses say it has made an impact, but it is hard to tell how much can be attributed to the campaign. “Any time you’re talking about a marketing campaign, a perception campaign, it takes a lot of years and certainly a lot of time and a lot of repetition, for it to sink in,” Sullivan said. In 2012, Connecticut launched a two-year, $27 million campaign to brand the state as a nearby destination with diverse experiences. The campaign has featured more than 130 statewide attractions on television and radio, in print, on outdoor ads and online, targeting consumers in the Northeast. Sullivan said the state legislature has allocated $19 million for the campaign over the next two years. Before Gov. Dannel Malloy took office in 2012, the state did not invest in tourism and a lapse in payment toward its Discover New England dues resulted in the organization removing Connecticut from its international marketing campaign. The lack of attention to tourism promotion “created a higher hill to climb,” according to Sullivan, but he said the campaign has been effective. The tourism industry in Connecticut supports 118,000 jobs and brought in $14 billion in 2013, a 3 percent or 4 percent increase from 2012, Sullivan said. The tourism sector is growing faster than the rest of the economy in the state, he said, adding summer hotel occupancy is higher than for the rest of New England and for the U.S. as a whole; data will be available later this year. “I think it’s important to be consistent and to be continuously marketing the assets of the state,” Sulilvan said. “If you don’t, people will lose track of you. You’ll get lost in the shuffle.” Chris Loynd, marketing director at the Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk, said he remembers being frustrated when Connecticut was not promoting itself. He recalled seeing advertisements for Lake George in New York on TV and thinking, “We need to be in this game.” The state has featured the aquarium in its campaign, increasing the attraction’s advertising channels and geographical reach beyond what it could do on its own, Loynd said. He said 36 percent of visitors are from out of state, but nowhere near that amount of his

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News own advertising is out of state. The state has matched the aquarium’s investment in advertising, contributing a total of more than $20,000 to billboards, enabling the aquarium to have two this year, and to banner ads on the travel review site TripAdvisor.com. “When the state doubles it, now I can play,” Loynd said, adding it would not be worth advertising without the matching funds, which enable more repetition. Loynd has seen an increase in referrals to the aquarium’s website from CTvisit.com, which features the aquarium. Because it often takes several points of contact for people to decide to visit the aquarium, Loynd said he cannot determine the campaign’s role in attracting customers. He said Trip Advisor has been helpful because it promotes the Maritime Aquarium when people search for aquariums. The travel review site gave the aquarium a Traveler’s Choice award this year. Loynd said attendance numbers have not increased since the campaign launched; in fact, three years ago, attendance numbers were higher than the past two summers. A price increase played a role in the decline, he said. Yearly attendance numbers were in the 500,000 range pre-recession and around 420,000 after the recession. The aquarium has been pulling out of that decline with numbers back in 450,000 range this year, Loynd said. Tom Armstrong, spokesman for Norwalkbased Tauck, said numbers for the 90-yearold travel company’s “Hidden Gems of New England” tour, which was redesigned in 2012 to include an overnight stay in Connecticut, have grown over the past three consecutive years. The tour now includes visiting the Mark Twain House and Museum and the Harriet Beecher Stowe House in Hartford. He said the redesign coincided with the “Still Revolutionary” campaign. Malloy joined in Tauck’s 2012 announcement of the new tour, which launched in 2013. Armstrong said Tauck is a big fan of the campaign. While he cannot pinpoint how the campaign has impacted the tour’s growth –

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the bump could be due to other states’ efforts — he thinks it has been positive for Tauck and for raising awareness. “It’s hard to draw a direct line between the “Still Revolutionary” campaign and the growth we’ve seen,” Armstrong said. “Many factors drive booking patterns, but the campaign’s effect can only be positive.” Loynd said lower gas prices and a better economy also led to an increase in leisure travel. Still, Loynd said, he competes with almost every attraction a family might want to visit. Sullivan said tourists have more information and more choices than ever. Many states are looking at refreshing their tourism campaigns because it is a big business, he said. The “Still Revolutionary” campaign differentiates Connecticut by emphasizing it has a diversity of attractions like night life, theater, nature, dining, sports and museums, all within a half hour of each other, Sullivan said. This fall, the state’s campaign will feature a “Play in Connecticut” theme promoting theaters with discounted specials for October. Loynd said the campaign has raised the cachet of Connecticut as a place to come and play. Once people enter Connecticut, he has the opportunity to attract them with his own advertising. “Very few people wake up in the morning and say, ‘Let’s go to Norwalk for vacation,’” Loynd said. “They might wake up in the morning and think, ‘Connecticut has a lot going on, let’s go see what to do in Connecticut.’ That’s what ‘Still Revolutionary’ does for me.”

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Citrin Cooperman expands to D.C. metro area

itrin Cooperman, an accounting firm with offices in Norwalk and White Plains, announced it will expand into the Washington, D.C. region. The partners and staff of Regardie, Brooks & Lewis, a regional accounting firm based in Bethesda, Maryland will join the firm effective Sept. 1, according to a statement from Citrin Cooperman. This will mark the seventh office for Citrin Cooperman, which is headquartered in New York City with additional offices in Philadelphia, Livingston, N.J. and Plainview, N.Y. The addition will bring approximately 25 new employees to Citrin Cooperman, including six new partners and expand its reach to the D.C. metro market. With the expansion, Citrin Cooperman officials expect the firm’s annual revenues to exceed $185 million. CEO Joel Cooperman said the firm has long wanted to be in the Washington, D.C. marketplace. “We finally found a firm with similar values and dedication to client service,” Cooperman said. “The partners and staff of Regardie Brooks & Lewis will add tremendous talent and expertise to our firm while extending our capabilities from the New York metropolitan area to the Middle Atlantic region.” Regardie, Brooks & Lewis has been offering audit, tax, consulting and comprehensive business management services for more than 80 years. The firm serves a wide range of clients, including entrepreneurial businesses, professional service firms, not-for-profit organizations, real estate and construction firms, health care facilities, schools, employee benefit plans retailers and wholesalers and individuals. — Danielle Brody

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Unemployment down; jobs up

onnecticut gained 4,100 jobs in July and the unemployment rate dropped to 5.4 percent, a full percentage point less than last July, the Connecticut Department of Labor (DOL) announced. The state is now estimated to have added 30,600 nonfarm positions or 2,550 jobs per month this year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ survey. This is the third month in a row nonfarm employment has increased, the report said. The unemployment rate is another decrease from July’s rate of 5.7 percent, the first time in seven years it fell below 6 percent. The last time the unemployment rate was 5.4 percent was May 2008. The unemployment rate this time last year was 6.4 percent. “The pace of decline in the state’s unemployed has accelerated in the last three months,” said Andy Condon, director of the Office of Research at the Connecticut DOL. “This has brought Connecticut’s unemployment rate to a level, nearly identical level, with the U.S. average.”

The U.S. July unemployment rate was 5.3 percent. In July, New York’s unemployment rate was 5.5 percent and Massachusetts’ was 4.7 percent. Gov. Dannel Malloy said in a statement that this month marks the largest annualized nonfarm job growth pace since July 2000. The state has now recovered 97 percent of the private-sector jobs lost during the recession, he said. The private sector now needs an additional 3,400 positions to reach full, pre-recession recovery, Malloy said. July 3,000 jobs were added to the private sector and it has grown by 29,800 jobs over the year, according to the bureau’s numbers. The sector with the most job growth in July was professional and business services, which grew by 2,700 jobs. Other growth areas were government, which declined in June; financial activities, which the report said has been slower to recover from the recession; education and health services and manufacturing.

In July there were small job losses in sectors, including information, leisure and hospitality; trade, transportation and utilities and construction and mining — an industry which still grew positively over the year. The Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk labor market area also reported solid seasonal job gains with 2,600 positions. “Thanks to innovative initiatives at DECD and DOL, the aggressive pursuit of statewide industry expansion, and attention to economic drivers like transportation and education, we are well on our way to achieving pre-recession jobs recovery,” Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman said. Malloy said the report shows progress, but he is not completely satisfied. “We are going to continue fighting for more good paying jobs with good benefits as we engage with companies like never before,” Malloy said. “This report is another step into the future for Connecticut.” — Danielle Brody

The Innovators Series A Gathering of Entrepreneurs and Intrapreneurs

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Institute for Communities boasts ‘significant growth’ FORMER REPRESENTATIVE NURTURES A NONPROFIT

BY DIRK PERREFORT Hearst Connecticut Media

n the 13 years since former U.S Rep. James Maloney started the Connecticut Institute for Communities, the organization has become a powerhouse of economic and community development for Danbury and surrounding towns. Maloney started the organization in 2002 with about $6,000 in seed money. Today, the CIFC has an operating budget of more than $12 million. The not-for-profit organization runs a variety of Danbury programs including Head Start, school-based health centers and a community-based health center for low-income families. While state and federal agencies provide much of the organization’s funding — more than 50 percent — experts say the group’s design and internal mission has helped it become a huge success in a short period of time. “That’s significant growth that’s unusual for a nonprofit,” said Peter DeBiasi, board president of the Connecticut Association of Nonprofits. Long before he left office, Maloney said he pushed to establish a community development corporation in the city. Most other cities in Connecticut already had such an organization, he said, and Danbury was missing an opportunity. DeBiasi said community development corporations have access to state and federal grants not available to other types of nonprofits. “Very often having a community development corporation is a requirement for funding,” DeBiasi said. “Having one in the city really provides a tremendous benefit to the community and the local economy by accessing funds that otherwise wouldn’t be available.” Sitting in his office cluttered with paperwork in every corner under posters of Martin Luther King Jr. and Mahatma Gandhi, Maloney said when he left office, he had a number of job opportunities, including lucrative offers as a lobbyist in Washington D.C. But as an attorney with a passion for public finance and community development, none of the jobs appealed to him. “Cities like Waterbury and New Britain have been benefiting from having their own community development corporation for decades,” Maloney said, “The Danbury area didn’t have one.” Having been involved with nonprofits for many years, Maloney decided to create his own. “We put together a board by recruiting

Genecka Vickers in her class room at the Connecticut Institute for Communities, in Danbury. Vickers, of Danbury, is a head Start teaching assistant at CIFC and a parent of a former Head Start student.

members from the community, and our first project at the time was rescuing the Head Start program, which was being operated on a temporary basis by a for-profit company out of Colorado,” he said. Relying on government funding can be a slippery slope, particularly when new administrations with different priorities enter the White House. “When sailing a boat, you always have to adjust the sails to respond to the state of the sea and the direction of the wind,” Maloney said. “One of the big skills is knowing how to respond, and we’ve been very successful in navigating those waters.” Maloney, a former member of Congress’ financial services committee, said having contacts in the nation’s capital has been a plus. “I developed a network of relationships over the years that continue to help,” he said. While Maloney may have the right skills to create a community development corporation, it’s his hope those qualities will transfer to others in the organization to ensure its ongoing success. “While most organizations have an external mission, we also have an internal mission to help our employees succeed,” he said. “Every one of our employees has a professional development plan.” The institute not only encourages career growth — they pay for it, providing tuition for associates and bachelors degrees for their employees.

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“If the employees have stronger skill sets, the services they provide are that much stronger,” Maloney said. “Doing a first rate job also helps to attract more public and private support.” By investing in the employees, Maloney said the workers are more passionate about the organization and its mission, and it provides a pool of talented professionals who can continue the work long after he’s gone. “Let’s face it,” he said, “I’m not going to be around forever. When its time for me to go, I want to leave behind a very strong and robust organization.” Geneka Vickers, a single mother of two, is one of those employees. Vickers became involved with the institute as a parent in the Head Start program and volunteered in the classroom. “I’d had some experience in child care previously and they asked me if I would like to come and work for the institute as a substitute teacher,” Vickers said. “It was a great opportunity for me because it meant that I could work while still being home for my children.” Vickers has since become a teachers’ assistant at the school and is working toward becoming a full time teacher. “I have a real passion for teaching,” she said. “There is nothing more rewarding than having a student start the school year not being able to speak a word of English, and having a conversation with him in English by

the end of the year.” Mayor Mark Boughton said the organization has provided relief for taxpayers by adopting programs that once relied on city funding, including Head Start and the school-based health centers. “The institute has become a critical partner for the city in delivering services for the residents,” he said. “The institute can offer the services a lot cheaper and more costeffectively than the city, which is saving local taxpayer dollars.” Boughton and other key stakeholders have noted the benefits of the new $15 million health care center the institute is building along the southern end of Main Street. The four-story building, once completed, will serve as the headquarters for the organization as well as centers for pediatric, adolescent and women’s health-care professionals. “The facility is going to be a great addition to the downtown,” Tom Devine, chairman of CityCenter, said when the organization broke ground on the medical center in June. “Not only will it provide medical care to the community, it will also provide goodpaying jobs in the downtown and it will put more foot traffic along Main Street.” Hearst Connecticut Media includes four daily newspapers: Connecticut Post, Greenwich Time, The Advocate (Stamford) and The News-Times (Danbury). See ctpost.com for more from this reporter.

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Doing better than just surviving change It feels as though we’re dodging lightning bolts, coming at us from every direction. I worry that something unexpected could seriously harm or destroy the company I’ve worked so hard to build. My sense is that it’s getting harder and harder to steer clear of the storm clouds. How do we learn to adapt better and faster to change? Thoughts of the Day: Staying ahead of the curve requires knowing where you’re going, as well as knowing what ground you’re going to have to cover to get there. Make sure you have the right tools and people to get where you want to go. Check that everyone is communicating openly and productively across all levels. Imagine and test new ways of doing things. Know what success looks like – set measures to strive for, both short and long term. Be a cheerleader without getting in the way of real change. Pace of change is continuously accelerating. That leads to increasing uncertainty and confusion. Just because something works today, will it still be relevant tomorrow? As owner/leader of the organization, your job is to teach your team how to deal with constant change effectively. Have a destination that everyone agrees to. Hash out any immediate disagreements over the final destination before setting off. Make sure everyone knows and is on board with the big picture. Building a roadmap helps people to stay on point. Lay out short, intermediate and long-term goals. Develop action steps and assign them due dates. Note who will be responsible for what. Make it easier to deal with potential problems by preparing ahead of time. Use meetings to discuss what might disrupt plans. Gather ideas and encourage debate. While disagreements are okay, set a time limit to prevent participants from getting stuck. Put every idea possible on the table. Discuss critically what might and might not work. Demand that all participants do their homework and present suggestions as well as critiques. Allow people to test ideas. Make sure they know ahead of time what it is they’re trying to accomplish and how they expect to demonstrate if something is a success or a diversion. If the team runs out of ideas, can’t see clearly what is coming at them or can’t imagine how to deal with the challenges they’re facing, encourage them to bring in outsiders to help. Whether you’re looking at adding consultants or employees, make sure

the candidates have experience dealing with the challenges your company is facing. If budget is a concern, think about the costs of making a big mistake because your organization doesn’t know enough about what it’s trying to do. Usually the cost of mistakes is significantly greater than the cost of adding talent to avoid problems. Know when to cut off the debate and get moving. Sometimes the perfect solution isn’t obvious or available. Test multiple solutions by assigning people to groups. Demand all groups openly share what they’re learning. When one test fails or is stopped in favor of another, bring people back together onto one team. Hold a meeting to explain why one solution is being adopted and another abandoned. Ask people from all teams to commit to

supporting the selected direction. Make it clear that regardless of which team’s solution is being selected, it’s all one team going forward. Check to be certain everyone is on board. Make sure you can access, record and track data – and then use it wisely to tell you how things are proceeding. Decide ahead of time what indicators will show if progress is being made. Figure out how to keep track of information in real time. Convert data to graphs that are easy to read and post them where everyone can see. Recognize the efforts of all team members. Avoid having winners and losers by celebrating the failures as well as the successes. Know that some ideas will succeed and some will fail – and that only by trying will the organization learn the difference.

Thank everyone for their participation, dedication and commitment. Stay on point with the long-term goals. Remind everyone of the rewards — personal, professional and organizational — to be had when those goals are achieved. Looking for a good book? Try “Organizational Change: An Action Oriented Toolkit” by Thomas (Tupper) A. Cawsey, Gene Deszca, Cynthia Ingols. Andi Gray is president of Strategy Leaders Inc., strategyleaders.com, a business-consulting firm that specializes in helping entrepreneurial firms grow. She can be reached by phone at 877-238-3535. Do you have a question for Andi? Please send it to her via email at AskAndi@StrategyLeaders. com. Visit www.AskAndi.com for an entire library of her articles.

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BY JOSEPH MATTHEWS

Safe travels and the ‘overconfidence bias’

or those of us who like to research things, we know flying is one of the safest modes of transportation; exponentially safer than travel by car. So why do we experience anxiety when we fly? It more than likely comes down to one thing, we don’t have control. We as humans tend to believe our having control over things — or the perception of control — ultimately leads to better outcomes. This is a conclusion at which we often arrive without regard for our skills and experience or the process we used to make a decision. When was the last time you heard someone say they are a worse than average driver? This phenomenon is known as overconfidence bias in the study of behavioral finance. Unfortunately, it often leads to decision-mak-

ing that is detrimental to our long-term success as investors. The “Quantitative Analysis of Investor Behavior,” an annual study conducted by Dalbar, shows the performance of individuals year in and year out significantly lags the performance of the investments they make. How is this possible? It comes down to poor decision-making with respect to when and how investments are allocated. It can be difficult to do well when you are buying more of an investment after it’s gone up a lot or selling a good long-term investment after it’s gone through a rough patch. It’s akin to driving your car while you are looking out your rear view mirror. In investment terms, this is known as hindsight bias. As we enter into the latter stages of

our bull market here in the United States, many investors are still in a state of disbelief. Money flow continues to move toward lowrisk/low-return investments and away from higher returning investments, like stocks, in spite of an economy that is improving on many different fronts. With interest rates at generational lows, it’s perplexing that many investors are attempting to fund their longterm liabilities, such as retirement, with investments meant to protect — not grow — an investor’s principle. As you structure portfolios, investors should be mindful of their investment time horizon, their need for liquidity and their tolerance for risk. Investors matching their portfolio with these three things put themselves in a position to be successful in spite of the

inevitable downdrafts they will experience. Turbulent times can be unsettling and downright frightening to investors. Unfortunately, they are part of the deal for those looking to generate investment returns in excess of inflation and keep their portfolio growing as they start to make withdrawals. Just like those moments on the plane when we become uncomfortable, long-term investments can cause us to second guess our decisions. With a little faith and courage, they both can get us to where we want to go. Joseph Mathews is a �inancial adviser with the Global Wealth Management Division of Morgan Stanley Wealth Management on Post Road in Fair�ield. He can be reached at 203319-5165 or by email at joseph.matthews@ morganstanley.com.

Million-dollar gift for hospital chair

aying, “It’s the right thing to do,” Danbury residents Ervie “Bud” Hawley and his wife, Carolyn, have made a $1 million gift to Danbury Hospital. The money establishes the Ervie and Carolyn Hawley Endowed Chair in Orthopaedic Spine Surgery, which has already been filled by Danbury Hospital’s Spine Center director, David Kramer. The Hawley Endowed Chair, which supports educational and technological advancements in spine surgery, is the seventh endowed chair in the Western Connecticut Health Network. “Carolyn and I are pleased to support Danbury Hospital,” Bud Hawley said. “Everyone is going to use the hospital at some point, and we believe if you can help, you should. It really benefits the entire community.” Danbury Hospital, Norwalk Hospital and New Milford Hospital are members of the Western Connecticut Health Network. The network also includes Western Connecticut Medical Group, Western Connecticut Home Care, Western Connecticut Health Network Biomedical Research Institute, Western Connecticut Health Network Foundation and Norwalk Hospital Foundation. Kramer, the inaugural recipient of the Hawley Endowed Chair, is medical director of The Spine Center at Danbury Hospital and a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon. He specializes in degenerative conditions of the cervical and lumbar spine, spinal deformity correction and complex revision spine surgery. He has served for the past 10 years as a member of the WCHN board of directors. — Bill Fallon

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FAIRFIELD COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL • Week of August 31, 2015

THE LIST

Nursing Homes

Fairfield County

Nursing Homes

(Some facilities are also assisted living)

Ranked by number of licensed beds. Listed alphabetically in the event of a tie. ccccccccccccc ccccccccccccc Name Top executive Address Facility admissions officer(s) Area code: 203 unless otherwise noted Email address Website Year facility established

The Jewish Home of Fairfield County

175 Jefferson St., Fairfield 06825 365-6400 • jseniors.org

Center for elder abuse prevention, pet therapy, dental, ophthalmology, podiatry, trips and intergenerational programs

Nonprofit

George V. Hager Jr., president and CEO Melissa Hripak 1960

274

Pet therapy, respite care, pain management and cultural, educational, religious and social activities

Nonprofit

250

Alzheimer's support group, wound care, orthopedic and cardiac care

Private

Lord Chamberlain Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Richard Bates, administrator 7003 Main St., Stratford 06614 375-5894 • lordchamberlain.net

NA 1968

Greenwich Woods Rehabilitation and Health Care Center

Bill Thompson Christine O'Dea info@greenwichwoods.com 1986

217

Dementia and Alzheimer's care program, respite care and wound program

Private

Allen Brown, executive director George Cossifos, admissions manager admissions@witherell.org 1903

202

Alzheimer's and dementia care, recreation, orthopedic rehabilitation

Nonprofit

Kevin Gendron, administrator NA 1949

206

Long-term care, outpatient therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech language pathology

Private

NA 1976

180

Maintenance therapy programs, therapeutic creation, spiritual services, clinical programs to maximize health

Nonprofit

Bethel Health and Rehabilitation Center

Roland C. Butler, administrator Dina Latimer 1994

161

Incorporates physical, occupational and speech therapy into daily schedule, recreational activities

Nonprofit

Cambridge Manor

Lynn Hasak lhasak@nathealthcare.com 1988

160

Recreation, social services, therapies offered seven days a week, wound care, IV therapy

Nonprofit

Grace Flight Minette Zambo stamford_admissions@regencyhc.com 1965

156

Wound care management, ophthalmology and audiology, and physical, occupational and speech therapy

Private

Gardner Heights Health Care Center

Paula Foohey bwalsh@apple-rehab.com 1960s

154

Audiology, recreational, dentistry, dementia care, dietary services, IV therapy, optometry, pain management, podiatry

Private

Masonicare at Newtown

Stephen B. McPherson, president Ellen Casey 1983

154

Dementia care, geriatric assessment, hospice and palliative care, neuroscience and behavioral health, rehabilitation and specialty services

Nonprofit

Astoria Park Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

Michael Fiore, administrator Joanne Flanagan 1985

135

24-hour skilled nursing, 24-hour RN, secured dementia/memory care support unit

Private

Maefair Health Care Center

Mirella Geanuracos admissions@maefairhcc.com 1994

134

Certified dementia practitioners on staff, therapeutic recreation program, including art, music and pet therapy

Private

Laurel Ridge Health Care Center

NA admissions@laurelridgehcc.com 1994

126

Various recreation programs offered

Private

NA Deborah Delfranco delfrancod@fairviewfairfield.com 2012

120

Cancer and cardiac care, Alzheimer's and dementia care, IV therapy, nutritional management, pain management, specialized stroke care

Private

NA 1993

120

Incorporates physical, occupational and speech therapy into daily schedule, recreational activities

Nonprofit

David Bond, executive director NA 1978

120

Pulmonary rehabilitation services, neurological impairments, cardiac recovery, heart failure services and amputee rehabilitation services

Private

Sub-acute, respite, hospice and Alzheimer's care and recreational activities to optimize quality of life

Private

Rehabilitation services including physical, speech and occupational therapy

Nonprofit

NA 1974

Sub-acute, respite, hospice and Alzheimer's care and recreational activities to optimize quality of life

Private

Notre Dame Convalescent Home

Richard Huntley, medical director Julie Ashley 1952

Skilled nursing, rehabilitation, dementia/memory care, post-acute care, recreation therapy, hospice care

Nonprofit

The Watermark at 3030 Park

Connie Haworth, executive director NA 1969

Health care management and monitoring, diverse wellness program and physical, occupational and speech therapy,

Private

1165 King St., Greenwich 06831 531-1335 • greenwichwoods.com

The Nathaniel Witherell

70 Parsonage Road, Greenwich 06830 618-4200 • thenathanielwitherell.org

45 Maltby St., Shelton 06484 924-4671 • apple-rehab.com

107 Osborne St., Danbury 06810 792-8102 • westernrcc.com

13 Parklawn Drive, Bethel 06801 830-4180 • bethelhealthcare.com

2428 Easton Turnpike, Fairfield 06825 372-0313 • cambridgem.com

10 11

Hewitt Health and Rehabilitation Center

Western Rehabilitation Care Center

Regency Heights of Stamford

53 Courtland Ave., Stamford 06902 351-8300 • cienahealthcare.com

172 Rocky Rest Road, Shelton 06484 929-1481 • apple-rehab.com

139 Toddy Hill Road, Newtown 06470 426-5847 • masonicare.org

12 13 14 15

ccccccccccccc Type of sponsorship

360

St. Joseph's Manor

ccccccccccccc Unique resident services

Andrew H. Banoff, president and CEO Liz Lockwood llockwood@jseniors.org 1973

684 Main St., Trumbull 06611 268-6204 • genesishcc.com/StJosephs

ccccccccccccc Number of licensed beds

725 Park Ave., Bridgeport 06604 366-3653 • astoriapark.com

21 Maefair Court, Trumbull 06611 459-5152 • athenahealthcare.com

642 Danbury Road, Ridgefield 06877 438-8226 • athenahealthcare.com

Fairview Health of Fairfield

930 Mill Hill Terrace, Southport 06890 259-7894 • fairviewfairfield.com

Long Ridge Post-Acute Care

710 Long Ridge Road, Stamford 06902 329-4026 • longridgepac.com

Milford Health Care Center

195 Platt St. Milford 06460 878-5958 • milfordhealthcarecenter.com

Hancock Hall

31 Staples St., Danbury 06810 794-9466 • filosa.com

3 Farm Road, New Canaan 06840 594-5200 • waveny.org

13 Hakim St., Danbury 06810 794-9466 • filosa.com

76 W. Rock Road, Norwalk 06851 847-5893 • ndch-sstv.org

3030 Park Ave., Bridgeport 06604 520-7593 • 3030park.watermarkcommunities.com

Waveny Care Center

Filosa for Nursing & Rehabilitation

Barbara Malone Jennifer Malone phorvath@fieldhome.com 1983 William Piper, CEO Ginny Carroll vcarroll@waveny.org 1975

This list is a sampling of nursing homes located in the region. If you wish your facility to be included in our next listing, please contact Danielle Renda at drenda@westfairinc.com. Note: NA

Information gathered from facility responses to our questionnaire and updated using facility websites when possible. Not available.

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First kids-only Spartan racers to dash in Stamford

Spartan Race participants. Contributed photos

he world turns upside down in September as hundreds of youths will get messy, the faster the better, and there will not be a stern word heard because of it. The first ever “Kids Only” Spartan Race launches in Stamford’s Mill River Park Sept.

26 and 27. Organizers expect 3,000 racers and family members to attend. The event benefits special needs athletes and has attracted a host of local sponsors. Sponsored by shoe and athletic clothing company Reebok, the Spartan races include a variety of terrains and distances and take

place across the country. “Obstacle racing is literally the world’s fastest-growing sport,” organizers said. Every finisher gets a medal and a T-shirt. Business sponsors include Home Depot, which provided the materials to build the obstacle course, Chelsea Piers, Hearst Media

Group and Metro-North. Other groups sponsoring the race include the Stamford Boys and Girls Club, YMCA, JCC and the state’s Convention and Sports Bureau. For tickets and information, visit spartan.com. — Bill Fallon

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Fairfield family swaps business plans; food becomes health care

F Robin Zacks, Michael Savoie and Camille Savoie.

airfield County residents the Savoies — mother Camille, son Michael Savoie and daughter Robin Zacks — sold their landmark eatery, Stella’s Italian Restaurant, in 2014. Now, after 27 years in the restaurant business, more than 15 of them running Stella’s, a healt care-themed business plan is replacing the red sauce. Their old restaurant site, at 7365 Main St. in Stratford, is still a restaurant today — Dante’s Restaurant and Bar — but the Savoie family, come September, is in the health care-franchise business. An older-skewing customer demographic at Stella’s was one of the motivating factors behind the switch to a new

sector, the Savoies said. With the move to a health care franchise — associated with New Jersey-based Executive Care in-home care providers — the Savoies will provide professional aides to seniors in the area. The family did not provide the number of new jobs their venture will create at press time. The new business completes a circle for the Savoies. They said they originally considered the health care field before opening Stella’s more than 15 years ago. The family’s Executive Care office is at 3476 Main St. in Stratford. There will be a grand opening and ribbon cutting Sept. 25. — Bill Fallon

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New ACA unit for HR firm

orwalk-based Operations Inc., a human resources consulting firm and outsourcing provider, has established a team of Affordable Care Act consultants in what the company calls “a concerted effort to assist area businesses in complying with the ACA.” The team’s first directive is telling companies to get busy early. “We have 55 employees,” company CEO David Lewis said. “At this point, we have a total of five lined up to support ACA-related projects and support and will add more as needed based on demand.” Company officials said “the time has come for businesses to start preparing for Jan. 1, 2016, and the Affordable Care Act.” According to Operations Inc., which was founded in 2001, businesses normally begin planning their year-end, benefit-related activities in late October, but anticipated issues driven by new reporting requirements should see organizations starting the process as soon as possible. “We estimate the amount of hours needed to properly address ACA requirements plus year-end employee benefit related activities will be two to three times what businesses have budgeted for in years past,” Lewis said. “As such, we’ve geared up for a greater number of clients requiring expert advice and consultation on how best to address these new rules and challenges.” The company said key ACA-related issues to consider include: Companies with 100-plus employees — or full time equivalents — already are subject to the requirement to offer “affordable care” or face a penalty, effective Jan. 1, 2015. Those with 50 to 99 full-time equivalents will have to provide “affordable care” to their employees beginning Jan. 1, or face a penalty. The ACA dictates the maximum amount an employee can be asked to pay for these plans, with the lowest level plan referred to as a Bronze Level Plan. A business plan design for 2016 may need to change to comply with the ACA or some firms may choose to pay the penalties and maintain their current plan. All businesses will have to file new IRSbased forms 1094 and 1095 during the first quarter of 2016, with deadlines for filing these forms dependent on a number of variables. Further, the forms must also be given to each employee for the previous tax year, similar to a W-2. Individuals will be required to file these forms with their tax return to prove they have, or do not have, insurance. Employees who have waived offered coverage and who are otherwise not insured will face a personal tax penalty. — Bill Fallon

SPECIAL REPORT Gig — » From page 1

The company has provided more eclectic entertainers like fire-eaters and belly dancers to events as well. Impersonators are popular, but their popularity depends on who they impersonate. Caldwell said he has seen celebrity impersonators drop the mannerisms of one falling star and hitch their stars to a new marquee name the following day. He said pyrotechnics are popular, if the venue can accommodate the flames. The search, he said, perhaps not surprisingly, was heating up for a Donald Trump impersonator. In the corporate world, themed events have risen in popularity. Caldwell said celebrations like Cinco de Mayo and St. Patrick’s Day work well because they offer complementary elements that carry an

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rise of smartphones and tablets.” The company receives 20,000 requests for information per month and about 15 percent of those result in bookings through Gigmasters, which takes 5 percent of the booking fee. Caldwell acknowledged the system presents an end-run opportunity in which band and client operate in the shadows and cut out Gigmasters. But, he said, most bands want to be part of the Gigmasters stable, paying $250 per year to appear on Gigmasters.com. “They know it’s a good relationship,” he said. Booking through Gigmasters also affords customers a buyer protection plan. Stories of gatherings botched by no-shows are legion in the hospitality industry, Caldwell said. “It could be something as simple as a DJ

“I think people have this desire to break out of the daily routine and our platform gives them this ability. They don’t need an agent. All they need is a decent video and decent description of what they do. Getting in the door is fairly easy, but you have to do a good job. The cream floats to the top.”

entire event: music, food and beverage, but arranging for caterers remains a back-burner offering for Gigmasters. “Caterers are often tightly coupled with the venue; the caterer may be the venue itself. It’s a whole different animal and only a small part of our business,” Caldwell said. Speed rules the industry. “Five years ago, we did 5 percent of our business on tablets and smartphones; now we do 50 percent,” Caldwell said. “A booking that used to take a week now takes an hour. The customer’s expectation of speed is incredible right now. In the old days, reminders went out in two to three days; now it’s two to three hours. It’s directly attributable to the

Above: The Gigmasters staff as rendered by a company client. Left: Michael Caldwell. Photos by Bill Fallon

cancelling. Our buyer protection plan on the consumer side protects any payments. Most planners hire a band, pay half up front and hope the band shows up. Sometimes they do not,” he said. “If you sign up with, for example, a mariachi band with Gigmasters and that band, for whatever reason, cannot make it, we step in and get you a mariachi band replacement. For party planners, it is peace of mind.” Caldwell said across the years “tens of thousands” of performers of all stripes have used the service. “I loved music, but I wondered if I was committed enough to make a career of it,” Caldwell said, seated in his company’s

sunny, 4,000-square-foot, 33 S. Main St. office. There is a 1,000-square-foot satellite office across the street where specific projects get hashed out with white boards and pizza among few frills. Caldwell said his father had long taught music, both to him and to all of his alma mater, Ward-Melville High School on Long Island. “Dad said not to do music for the money; you’ve got to love it. He and my mom often could not afford to buy butter. So I didn’t know if music as a career sounded too good,” he said. “I didn’t quite have the passion, but I had the utmost respect for those who did. And I had been involved with

music all my life, so I didn’t want to see that go by the wayside.” Caldwell’s fellow co-founder is a fellow Ward-Melville alumnus, Kevin Kinyon. Most of the thousands of entertainers listed have other jobs. “And for a lot of them it is something completely different, the lawyer by day who’s a standup comedian by night,” Caldwell said. “I think people have this desire to break out of the daily routine and our platform gives them this ability. They don’t need an agent. All they need is a decent video and decent description of what they do. Getting in the door is fairly easy, but you have to do a good job. The cream floats to the top.”

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Hotel — » » From page 1

to be a place where the community comes together for social events and also where businesses come for meetings, conferences and retreats.” Luxury hotels near J House include the Hyatt Regency at 1800 E. Putnam Ave. in Old Greenwich and the waterfront Delamar Greenwich Harbor on Steamboat Road in Greenwich. These hotels also offer business services, spas and on-site restaurants. Delamar guests have been known to arrive via yacht at the hotel’s docks, while the Hyatt Regency’s atrium is a football field of water courses and tropical wonders. Danielle Cervi, an esthetician and the full-time director of the J House spa since June, said she has known the owners of the hotel for a few years and suggested they open a spa about a year ago. They finalized the decision last winter after the holidays. In the past, J House has had to outsource spa services like massages to a hotel in Stamford — to which it would then have to shuttle guests — or bring someone in on-call, she said. “There’s probably no better amenity for a luxury property than a spa,” Gillis said. “People come for an experience.” Cervi said clients will follow her to the spa, as she worked as an esthetician at

Partners Salon and Spa in Riverside for 10 years, then managed the spa at the Equinox Greenwich club for four and a half years. “The need in the community is there,” Cervi said. “There aren’t that many spas even though we’re in Greenwich.” The 600-square-foot J House Spa includes a reception area with retail; three treatment rooms equipped with memory foam, hydraulic beds; and a private bathroom with a shower. It offers massages, facials — including a Hydra Facial done with a $30,000 machine — body scrubs and wraps, makeup, waxing and eyelash tinting. Cervi will bring on 13 staff members, one of whom is full time. A Manhattan-based eye lash extension expert will come in for appointments once a month. Cervi said guests and her own existing clients, mostly mothers, will frequent the spa. With later hours on weekdays to cater to business people, Cervi envisions guests returning to the hotel after a meeting, eating dinner, then heading to the spa for an evening massage. Gillis said the spa will work in tandem with the coffee bar’s healthy options, which include Intelligentsia coffee, loose leaf tea, juices, smoothies and fresh, light meals. Homemade sushi will soon be on the menu. Clients can come in for a spa service, then grab something to go, or eat in the seating area. Cafe items will also be an option for guests to order from room

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This summer, J House turned its former chocolate laboratory into a coffee bar stocked with kitchen-made items, juices, smoothies and specialty coffee and tea. Photo by Danielle Brody

service if they arrive after the kitchen closes. Gillis said the staff decided to change the “esoteric” chocolate lab, created under the former executive chef, François Kwaku-Dongo, when he left for another job last year. The chef has his own chocolate company and made traditional dark chocolate. Gillis said, while Kwaku-Dongo spent time educating customers, they mostly preferred milk chocolate and the lab was not profitable. According to Connor Horton, a J House chef, the coffee bar had its soft opening this summer, during which time the chefs experimented, gauging how people reacted

to menu items. He said the staff is still finalizing the menu, which will launch in the fall. “We’re trying to figure out what works before we really push it,” Horton said. As for the chocolate lab, it is gone but not forgotten. Gillis said the staff is considering which sweet element to add to the cafe menu. She said staff is also contemplating moving the continental breakfast from the restaurant dining area to the high table in the center of the cafe. That way, guests can upgrade their meal with cafe purchases, like a croissant or a cappuccino. “It’s a great way to consolidate a revenue center and maximize it,” Gillis said.

Ad man offers peppery afterthought A BOLD SAUCE HONORS CLUBBER LANG’S INFLUENCE

ichael LeBeau, CEO and managing partner of South Norwalk-based Scrum50, an advertising agency that places itself “at the intersection of technology and marketing,” has commercially released some homemade heat. LeBeau’s M. Fuego Gourmet Pepper Sauce is on the menu at Marly’s Bistro & Bar, a Wilton bistro of which LeBeau is partowner and which is named for his wife. LeBeau grows a variety of peppers for the sauce — including hot cherry, cayenne, bell, habanero, poblano, jalapeno, Hungarian wax and ghost — in his Wilton home garden, whose size he described as having “the square footage of a small house.” “Gardening may be an avocation some CEOs embrace to unwind, but to LeBeau, gardening is a field laboratory for incubating new business ideas,” a statement about the pepper sauce release said. LeBeau’s advertising business model

embraces “producing stronger creative work faster.” This “agile methodology” stresses flexibility, communication and collaboration, he said, and places great value on rapid feedback from the field, versus relying on traditional market research. He grows food the same way. “I garden ‘agilely’ by sticking with those veggie varieties that work and dumping those that don’t,” he said. “You always have to be refining the mix. Such field testing may seem radical, but it’s the most direct method for proving what works.” Eight of LeBeau’s hot sauces are featured at Marly’s, each with a different formulation of peppers and spices. The hottest is called “Clubber Lang,” named for Mr. T’s character in “Rocky III.” “I love his quote in the movie when they ask for a prediction and he replies, ‘Pain!’” LeBeau said. “That’s what this sauce delivers.” — Bill Fallon

Trefz School nurtures business spirit with cash awards

he University of Bridgeport’s Ernest C. Trefz School of Business is promoting youthful entrepreneurialism with cash in hand for those whose ideas spark brightest in a real-world presentation format. The school’s Business Plan Competition “is an opportunity for young entrepreneurs to develop their business concepts with direction and guidance from university professors and mentors as well as successful local and national entrepreneurs.” The competition is open to all Connecticut high school and community college students. Participants will gain practical insights about starting, operating and growing a business, according to the school. “The competition is designed to provide real-world experience about the business plan process, elevator pitches, funding, product commercialization and exit,” school officials said. “Judges will evaluate each team’s business plan and presentation based on its feasibility and if it’s sup-

ported by a sound strategy.” Awards and categories include: $500 for Best Overall Business Plan: Community College; $500 for Best Overall Business Plan: High School; $250 for Best Plan second places for both high school and community college; and high school and community college awards of $250 each for Best Presentations. There is a kick-off meeting 10 a.m., Sept. 25, room 104 of Mandeville Hall at the Trefz School of Business. The submission deadline is Nov. 6. On Nov. 21, participants will make five-minute Powerpoint presentations to a panel of UB judges. The competition is headed by Tim Raynor, Trefz School assistant dean and undergraduate program director. In addition to the Powerpoint presentation, participants will produce an 11-point written business plan including topics like industry analysis, marketing plan and assessment of risk. — Bill Fallon

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Art as a Roadmap to Healing I discovered painting accidentally on my way to healing from dozens of surgeries. The day I picked up a paintbrush, my world changed. I had found a way to express things that were too painful, complicated and overwhelming for words. Suddenly, when the uncertainty around me seemed frighteningly unmanageable, the strokes of my paintbrush could soothe me as I created a peaceful world that my soul longed to rest in as a place of peaceful solace. My passion could ignite instead of my anger and despair. And slowly, the good feelings overwhelmed the bad because I could control the positive world portrayed on my canvases with what my subconscious chose to create. And I still believe that attitude is everything. Life may always be predictable, but art can always find the beauty in the detours. Soon, I was creating obsessively, turning an old storage room into a studio and spending hours painting every day. A few months later I put up an art show of 70 of my mixed-media creations and called the show “Journey Into Daylight.” This was the first time I had used my “voice” to communicate what I had been through – for the first time, I was connecting with others through my passion and disclosing what I had been through. Putting my art out there inspired me; it gave me the courage to speak my truth and paint even more. I started documenting my daily painting process on my blog AllspiceAndAcrylics and amassed an even greater following. It’s been incredibly rewarding to have my “Canvas Talk” solo shows at the Discovery Museum, and other cafes, galleries and stores throughout Fairfield County. It’s also been an honor to have my work alongside local accomplished artists in juried exhibitions. I’ve started selling smaller mixed media, prints and cards on Etsy in the hope that my art can inspire others as art has inspired me. I hope to inspire others with my message of hope, resilience, and gratitude for everyday miracles. Art has moved me to advocate for the arts and healing to show that creativity is more than crafts — it’s a mindset, a way to find a roadmap where there is none, control, to create hope, control, gratitude and acceptance. Becoming an artist has enriched and saved my life, enhancing every day with beautiful hues, symbols and lessons. Amy Oestricher, Artist-member, Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County The mission of the Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County is to support cultural organizations, artists and creative businesses by providing promotion, services and advocacy. For more information, visit CulturalAllianceFC.org or email infoCulturalAllianceFC.org or call 256-2329. For events lists, visit FCBuzz.org.

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Annual Blues, Views & BBQ Festival in Westport Get down, chow down and throw down in downtown Westport for the Westport Downtown Merchants Association’s Eighth Annual Blues, Views & BBQ Festival, Saturday and Sunday, September 5 and 6. This is a two-day event at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts and on the grounds of the Westport Library. Entertainment and activities include a Connecticut musician’s showcase, bouncy amusements, bull riding, games and a BBQ marketplace. There will also be contests including rib eating and pie eating, a “People’s Choice” wing contest, plus a Kansas City BBQ Society BBQ competition – “Cookin’ For A Cause.” Plus you will find hand-crafted beer, premium liquor, wine and refreshments alongside an array of wood-fired BBQ . Blues, Views and BBQ is a swinging street party, complete with tantalizing tastes and soulful sounds for the whole family. There are two ticket levels: Jessup Jam Tickets provide access to all activities on the library grounds, which includes the BBQ competition area, kids’ amusements, food court, marketplace, Jessup Jam Music Stage and cooking demos. Adult tickets are $10 per day, in advance and $15 per day at the gate. Children 12 and under are free with a paid adult. The Levitt Pavilion Live tickets provide access to Jessup Jam

plus access to Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts area for nine-plus hours of top-name performers on the main stage. Tickets in advance are $45 for Saturday, $30 for Sunday, or two day passes for $70. Tickets at the gate on for Saturday tickets will be $60, Sunday $40, with a two day pass available for $85. For more information visit: bluesviewsbbq.com/

Author Diamant at Ferguson Library’s Harry Bennett Branch Enjoy an evening with author Anita Diamant on Wednesday, Sept. 2 at 7 p.m. at the Harry Bennett Branch of The Ferguson Library. The event is co-sponsored by the Jewish Historical Society of Fairfield County. The New York Times bestselling author will discuss “The Boston Girl,” her new work, which is an unforgettable novel about family ties and values, friendship and feminism, told through the eyes of a young Jewish woman growing up in Boston in the early 20th century. Anita Diamant is the bestselling author of the novels “The Red Tent,” “Good Harbor,” “The Last Days of Dogtown” and “Day After Night,” and the collection of essays, “Pitching My Tent.” She is also an award-winning journalist whose work has appeared in The Boston Globe Magazine and Parenting. She is also the author of six nonfiction guides to contemporary Jewish life. A book sale and signing will follow the presentation. Refreshments will be served. For more infor-

mation, call 203-351-8292. The Harry Bennett Branch of The Ferguson Library is at 115 Vine Road, Stamford. All Ferguson Library programs are generously supported by the Friends of The Ferguson Library.

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FACTS & FIGURES on the record ATTACHMENTS-FILED East Coast Concrete Foundations LLC, et al., Danbury. Filed by Joseph M. Metzger. $33,262 in favor of O&G Industries Inc., Torrington. Property: 20 Cleveland St., Danbury. Filed Aug. 12. Nygaard, Jardar, Greenwich. Filed by Robert O. Heroux, Stamford. $175,000 in favor of Evgeny Hvastovich, Stamford. Property: 44 Leonard Ave., Greenwich. Filed Aug. 3.

BUILDING PERMITS

COMMERCIAL 720 Branchville Road LLC, Ridgefield, contractor for self. Construct an exterior sign tower and add a railing to an existing commercial space at 720 Branchville Road, Ridgefield. Estimated cost: $50,000. Filed Aug. 11. 86 Roton Ave LLC, New Canaan, contractor for self. Construct a balcony on an existing single-family residence at 86 Roton Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $10,000. Filed Aug. 11. A P Construction, Stamford, contractor for ESRT Metro Center LLC. Alter the interior of an existing commercial space at 429 Washington Blvd., Stamford. Estimated cost: $214,955. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14. All Electric Constructions and Communications LLC, contractor for the city of Danbury. Remove a generator in a garage at 53A Newtown, Danbury. Estimated cost: $35,000. Filed Aug. 13. BLT Management LLC, contractor for Waterfront Office Building LP. Modernize elevators in an existing commercial space at 46 Southfield Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: N.A. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14.

Items appearing in the Fairfield County Business Journal’s On The Record section are compiled from various sources, including public records made available to the media by federal, state and municipal agencies and the court system. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of this information, no liability is assumed for errors or omissions. In the case of legal action, the records cited are open to public scrutiny and should be inspected before any action is taken. Questions and comments regarding this section should be directed to: Bill Fallon c/o Westfair Communications Inc. 3 Westchester Park Drive, Suite G7 White Plains, N.Y. 10604-3407 Phone: (914)694-3600 Fax: (914)694-3680

BLT Management LLC, contractor for 695 East Main Stamford LLC. Modernize elevators in an existing commercial space at 695 E. Main St., Stamford. Estimated cost: N.A. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14.

FIP Construction Inc., Farmington, contractor for Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmacy. Perform selective demolition to an existing commercial space at 900 Ridgebury Road, Ridgefield. Estimated cost: $4.1 million. Filed Aug. 12.

Gesualdi Construction Inc., contractor for Thomas J. McDonald, et al. Renovate the ground ﬂoor of a fitness center at 777 Long Ridge Road, Building B, Stamford. Estimated cost: $550,000. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14.

BLT Management LLC, contractor for 260 Long Ridge Land LLC. Perform an interior fit-out in an existing commercial space for a new tenant at 260 Long Ridge Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $3 million. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14. Blue Line Construction Inc., Stamford, contractor for SLRC High Ridge Road LLC. Remove the demising wall in an existing commercial space at 1101 High Ridge Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $40,000. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14. Boccarossa, Anthony, Wilton, contractor for self. Replace the ownership of an existing commercial space at 227 Main St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $4,000. Filed Aug. 13. Chelsea Piers Connecticut LLC, contractor for Stamford Exit 9 III LLC, et al. Reduce an existing commercial space to its core at 1 Blachley Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $150,000. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14. City of Danbury, Danbury, contractor for self. Create an office space inside two classrooms at Park Avenue, Danbury. Estimated cost: $14,990. Filed Aug. 11. Clark Construction of Ridgefield Inc., Ridgefield, contractor for Great American Insurance Co. Combine two existing offices into one workspace in an existing commercial space at 46 Shelter Rock Road, Danbury. Estimated cost: $35,000. Filed Aug. 10. Clayton’s Mercantile Supply, contractor for Prindle Lane LLC. Install pallet racks in an existing commercial space at 1 Prindle Lane, Danbury. Estimated cost: $68,000. Filed Aug. 10. DeLeo, Michael, contractor for Bethany Assembly. Install temporary tents on the property of an existing commercial space for a special event at 2 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $2,475. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14. Farro, Michael, contractor for MF Real Estate LLP. Demolish a commercial building in an existing space at 83 Camp Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $40,000. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14.

Hawill Homes Inc., Short Hills, N.Y., contractor for self. Install a roof on a shopping center at 330 Connecticut Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $149,000. Filed Aug. 13. Hawley Construction Corp., contractor for Trinity Christian Tabernacle. Perform alterations to a church at 91 Elm St., Danbury. Estimated cost: $258,000. Filed Aug. 10. IFS LLC, contractor for 109 North Street LLC. Construct a new Starbucks and drive-through on the property of an existing commercial space at 109 North St., Danbury. Estimated cost: $165,480. Filed Aug. 12. Kenan Sign & Awning Corp., contractor for Ketty Lake View LLC. Put up four signs on the exterior of an existing commercial space at 1060 Long Ridge Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $5,000. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14. Koumasidis, Efstathios, Norwalk, contractor for self. Perform an interior fit-out to an existing commercial space at 58 Fairfield Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $35,000. Filed Aug. 11. Lafo, Brian G., contractor for Newfield 543 LLC. Add a sign to the exterior of an existing commercial space at 543 Newfield Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $2,000. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14. MBR Assoc, contractor for self. Add a gable over a sign at an existing commercial space at 33 Federal Road, Brookfield. Estimated cost: $10,500. Filed July 24. Mg Huntington, New York, N.Y., contractor for self. Perform interior renovations to an existing commercial space at 555 Main Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $75,000. Filed Aug. 6. Mutual Security Credit Union, contractor for self. Perform renovations in the basement of an existing commercial space at 97 Newtown, Danbury. For an undisclosed amount paid. Filed Aug. 11. Northeast Towers, Farmington, contractor for the town of Ridgefield. Install new antennas on the property of an existing commercial space at 76 E. Ridge Road, Ridgefield. Estimated cost: $20,000. Filed Aug. 5.

Norwalk Donuts Norwalk, contractor for self. Replace the clearance bar at an existing commercial space at 195 Main St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $2,000. Filed Aug. 5. Pat Munger Contruction Co. Inc., contractor for the city of Danbury. Convert two classrooms into one in an existing commercial space at 125 South St., Danbury. Estimated cost: $13,780. Filed Aug. 11. Pat Munger Contruction Co. Inc., contractor for the city of Danbury. Enclose part of a library to create a classroom in an existing single-family residence at Shelter Rock Road, Danbury. Estimated cost: $13,780. Filed Aug. 11.

TJ & Sons, Danbury, contractor for Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmacy. Renovate the labs and offices in an existing commercial space at 900 Ridgebury Road, Ridgefield. Estimated cost: $243,400. Filed Aug. 5. Town Hill Partners LLC, contractor for self. Remove the partitions in an existing commercial space at 21 Commerce Drive, Danbury. Estimated cost: $ 1 million. Filed Aug. 12. TSI Realty Co., Stamford, contractor for self. Install mobile TV equipment on the production site of an existing commercial space at 120 Hamilton Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $50,000. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14.

Pavarini North East Construction Co Inc., Stamford, contractor for Stamford Exit 9 III LLC, et al. Alter several areas inside of an existing commercial space at 1 Blachley Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $642,000. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14.

Turner Construction Co., Cincinnati, Ohio, contractor for Norwalk Hospital. Add sinks to an emergency department surgery area at 34 Maple St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $234,000. Filed Aug. 11.

Pavarini North East Construction Co Inc., contractor for Stamford Exit 9 III LLC, et al. Perform a tenant fit-out in an existing commercial space for a new tenant at 1 Blachley Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $1.5 million. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14.

Turner Construction Co., contractor for RBS Americas Property Court. Alter the ﬂoors in an existing commercial space at 600 Washington Blvd., Stamford. Estimated cost: $3 million. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14.

Phil’s Main Roofing LLC, Norwalk, contractor for 330 Main Equities LLC. Reroof an existing commercial space at Main Street, Danbury. Estimated cost: $25,000. Filed Aug. 4.

Wayne Dimm Enterprises Inc., Ridgefield, contractor for 10 South St LLC. Perform an interior fit-up in an existing commercial space for a new tenant at 10 South St., Ridgefield. Estimated cost: $107,000. Filed Aug. 3.

Ribeiro, Steven, contractor for KCD Ltd. Install new cabinets on the property of an existing commercial space at 310 Elm St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $72,000. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14. Rosario-Reyes, Alejandro, contractor for Alam Enterprises LLC. Add a ceiling to an existing commercial space at 2 Germantown Road, Danbury. Estimated cost: $2,000. Filed Aug. 5. Rug & Art Road Show, contractor for Danbury Mall LLC. Add a temporary tent to an existing commercial space at 7 Backus Avenue Main, Danbury. Estimated cost: $2,000. Filed Aug. 5. Sperry, Cody, Ridgefield, contractor for 590 Danbury Road LLC. Extend the shed of a roof into the rear patio at 967 Ethan Allen Highway, Ridgefield. Estimated cost: $3,000. Filed Aug. 11. Stew Leonard Realty, Norwalk, contractor for self. Alter the existing retail store pharmacy room and consultant room at 55 Westport Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed Aug. 12.

West Side Development Partners LLC, Stamford, contractor for self. Install two tents on the property of an existing commercial space for a special event at 1937 W. Main St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $700. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14. Zeiss Construction Co., Stratford, contractor for Cablevision of Litchfield Inc. Add new wall and work stations to an existing commercial space at 28 Cross St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $31,205. Filed Aug. 4.

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RESIDENTIAL 4 Seasons Siding & Roof, contractor for Tartaglia, Add vinyl siding to an existing single-family residence at 15 Old Turnpike, Brookfield. Estimated cost: $10,000. Filed July 24. Aguayo, Christian, Danbury, contractor for self. Finish the basement in an existing single-family residence at 30 Jefferson Ave., Danbury. Estimated cost: $5,000. Filed Aug. 10.

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Aiello Roofing, contractor for Chronakos. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 24 Mudry Farm Road, Brookfield. Estimated cost: $24,500. Filed July 24.

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MOSS NAMED 2015 BRAVA AWARD WINNER Meryl Moss of Redding, president and CEO of Westport-based Meryl Moss Media and founder of BookTribe.com: The Lifestyle Destination for Book Lovers, was recognized among the 40 top women business leaders chosen by New York SmartCEO as a 2015 Brava

Award winner. The Brava Awards program celebrates female CEOs, nonprofit leaders and executives who are leaders of their companies and in their communities. The winners will be celebrated at an awards ceremony Sept. 28 in New York City.

Meryl Moss

BRUCE MUSEUM APPOINTS FLAX Greenwich’s Bruce Museum appointed Corinne Flax to its education department as manager of school/community partnerships. Prior to serving, Flax served as senior educator in the education

department of Wave Hill in the Bronx, where she developed curriculum and supervised training of new educators and interns. She holds a master’s degree in museum education. Corinne Flax

GOOD THINGS HAPPENING SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE YIELDS SUCCESS

SULLIVAN RETIRES FROM STAR Brian Sullivan of Shelton is retiring after 15 years of working at Norwalk-based STAR Inc., a nonprofit serving individuals with developmental disabilities, in addition to providing

support services to their families. Sullivan previously served in STAR Inc.’s financial department as both a bookkeeper and business manager.

Front row, from left: Jennifer Sneider, owner, J Cuts; Marcia Jones, BHcare; Nicole Polifka, Bright Horizons Day Care; and Phyllis Hyde, Barb’s Corner Consignment. Back row, from left: Ross James, barber, J Cuts; Jennifer Olson, principal, Irving School; Jen Deleon, Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley; Suzanne Reilly, director, Family Support Services, TEAM Inc.; and Jessica Lanzi, Lower Naugatuck Valley Parent Child Resource Center. Missing from picture: Jane Bailey, Shelton School Readiness Council.

sented at The Klein. The initiative, titled “Learn More About It!,” will start this September in conjunction with the upcoming concert “Tango Lovers,” a dance performance coming to The Klein Friday, Sept. 25 to 28. For more information, contact Laurence A. Caso at Laurence@theklein.org.

J Cuts held its ninth annual school book bag and supply drive, 505 Howe Ave., Shelton. Led by owner Jennifer Sneider, J Cuts is the main collection site for supplies, including book bags, book covers, rulers, pens, pencils, erasers, notebooks, binders, glue, crayons, calculators, pencil sharpeners, paper and folders. This year, J Cuts collected more than 138 book bags and an abundance of supplies for children served by

‘LEARN MORE ABOUT IT!’ The Bridgeport Public Library and The Klein, Bridgeport’s 1,450-seat performing arts center, created a joint initiative to encourage patrons of both institutions to read more books and avail themselves of other library materials, such as CDs, DVDs and online resources and to learn about events pre-

TEAM Inc. and Irving School in Derby; Boys and Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley, the Lower Naugatuck Valley Parent Resource Center and the Shelton School Readiness Program, all in Shelton; and BHcare in Ansonia. Additionally, the Connecticut Dental Health Partnership donated more than 250 oral kits, each containing a toothbrush, toothpaste, ﬂoss and oral health education.

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MANSION DEMYSTIFIES ITS SERVANTS’ QUARTERS VIA GALA

FIRST COUNTY FOUNDATION GRANT HELPS SENIORS

DATES SEPT. 3

There is a grand opening of the Urban League of Southern Connecticut Training and Technology Center, noon- 2 p.m., 485 Grand Ave., New Haven. For more information, visit ulsc.org.

SEPT. 8 Fairfield University is featuring a gallery talk and poetry reading by Jan Dilenschneider about her works in the exhibition, “Jan Dilenschneider: Dualities,” 5 p.m., Bellarmine Museum of Art, 1073 N. Benson Road, Fairfield. For more information, contact museum@fairfield.edu.

SEPT. 9 From left: Gene Schreiner, First County Bank; Anne Marie Pace, First County Bank; and Ross Burkhardt, New Neighborhoods Inc. LeGrand Lockwood. Photo courtesy Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum.

Norwalk’s Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum is holding its inaugural gala marking the opening of its servants’ quarters to the public for the first time in its 49 years, Oct. 10, 7 p.m., 295 West Ave., Norwalk. The event features a black-tie

dinner, silent and live auctions and a preview of new exhibitions. Cochairpersons are Lynne Byington and Doug Adams. Drew Denbaum is keynote speaker. RSVP by Oct. 2. For more information, email info@ lockwoodmathewsmansion.com.

FRONTIER TAPS MIHAN Norwalk-based Frontier Communications, provider of Internet, television and phone services, appointed Peter Mihan as the assistant vice president of video product and sales. Mihan joins Frontier from Ericsson in New York where he spent the past two years driving television/media portfolio sales and business development initiatives with network service providers in North America. Prior to Ericsson, he spent nearly 19 years with Microsoft in various sales, marketing

Stamford-based First County Bank Foundation, the philanthropic arm of First County Bank, awarded nonprofit housing developer and manager New Neighborhoods Inc. (NNI) a $12,500 grant. The funds will support NNI’s tenant advocate program

services at its two senior properties in Stamford. NNI is Fairfield County’s oldest active nonprofit affordable housing development and manger with projects under management and in development in Stamford, Norwalk and Danbury.

BHHS NAMES TOP SALES EXECUTIVES IN NORWALK Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties, a real estate company with offices in Connecticut, Rhode Island and Westchester County, announced its top sales executives in the Norwalk office.

In July, top honors went to Sue Cooper as the top listing agent and to Besty Conti as top-seller. Both individuals were pictured in previous issues of the Fairfield County Business Journal for their achievements.

HWJ EXECUTIVE SEARCH APPOINTS DESABELLA PARTNER Peter Mihan

and business development roles. He holds a degree in mechanical engineering from Vanderbilt University.

HJW Executive Search LLC, a company specializing in placing mid-to senior-level marketing and sales executives within the digital marketing, media, enterprise software and software arenas and with

oversees the credit-related aspects of what Webster terms “a growing and expanded treasury investments portfolio.” She holds a bachelor’s degree from Harvard University and a master’s in business administration from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania.

offices in Fairfield, appointed Matthew DeSabella partner. DeSabella has placed sales and marketing executives in numerous industries. He has worked for HJW Executive Search LLC for the past nine years.

The Monroe Historical Society is featuring its annual textile and tag sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Beardsley Homestead Barn, 31 Great Ring Road, Monroe. For more information, visit monroecthistory.org or call 203-261-1383. Matthew DeSabella

GREEN NAMED CHAIRMAN OF IICONN The International Institute of Connecticut (IICONN), a statewide nonprofit providing legal and social services for immigrants and refugees, elected Barbara Green as chairwoman of its board of directors. Green has served on the board of IICONN since

Fairfield University is featuring a film showing of “People of a Feather,” a documentary on the Inuits adapting to the changing environment of the Arctic, 6:30 p.m., DiMenna Nyselius Library, Multimedia room, 1073 N. Benson Road, Fairfield. For more information, contact Jo Yarrington at jyarrington@ fairfield.edu.

SEPT. 11-13

WEBSTER BANK PROMOTES DALTON Waterbury-based Webster Bank promoted Juliana Dalton as senior vice president, senior credit executive in the chief risk officer group. Dalton joined Webster in 1998 and most recently held the position of vice president, treasury credit executive. In her new position, she

Greenwich Chamber of Commerce features its sixth annual golf outing at Griffith E. Harris Golf Course, 1300 King St., Greenwich. Registration begins 11 a.m., followed by lunch at 11:30 a.m., shot gun start at 1 p.m. and cocktails, awards and raffles at 5:30 p.m. For more information, visit greenwichchamber.com.

2009, most recently as secretary. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Connecticut College, a master’s degree from the University of Connecticut School of Social Work and a J.D. from the University of Connecticut School of Law.

The 38th annual Norwalk Seaport Association Oyster Festival featuring live entertainment, including music, aerial stunt artists and a lumberjack show, in addition to a craft beer tent and arts and crafts pavilion with more than 100 artisans, Veteran’s Park, adjacent to Norwalk Harbor, Seaview Avenue, Norwalk. To purchase tickets, visit seaport.org.

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FACTS Aiken Street Development LLC, Norwalk, contractor for self. Perform a fit-out for a new two-family residence with a two-car garage at 4 Caryns Way, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $20,000. Filed Aug. 13.

Solarcity Corp., Rocky Hill, contractor for Carlos Torres and Linda Torres. Add solar panels to the roof of an existing single-family residence at 4 Buckskin Heights Drive, Danbury. Estimated cost: $18,330. Filed Aug. 5.

Amin Construction LLC, Stamford, contractor for self. Install new siding where it is missing or damaged at 59 Matthews St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $4,800. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14.

Solarcity Corp., Rocky Hill, contractor for Carol A. Kovacs and Richard P. Kovacs. Add solar panels to the roof of an existing single-family residence at 12 Juniper Ridge Road, Danbury. Estimated cost: $15,886. Filed Aug. 5.

Bennett, John, West Haven, contractor for PSC Holdings LLC. Add four bedrooms, three bathrooms and a laundry room to an existing singlefamily residence at 21 Ledge Road, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $280,000. Filed Aug. 13.

Solarcity Corp., Rocky Hill, contractor for self. Add solar panels to the roof of an existing single-family residence at 1A Evergreen Road, Danbury. Estimated cost: $12,831. Filed Aug. 5.

Brosnahan, contractor for Robert Denzel. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 29 Candlewood Shores Road, Brookfield. Estimated cost: $5,000. Filed July 21. C&D Contractors LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Robert Sciglimpaglia and Jennifer Sciglimpaglia. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 1 Belair Road, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $4,200. Filed Aug. 10. Carlson Contracting LLC, Ridgefield, contractor for Richard M. Cohen and Jessica Medoff. Remodel the house and office area in an existing single-family residence and relocate the laundry at 47 Florida Hill Road, Ridgefield. Estimated cost: $50,000. Filed Aug. 4. Clark Construction of Ridgefield Inc., Ridgefield, contractor for Karen D. Lambert. Remodel the master bathroom, closet, bedrooms and powder room in an existing singlefamily residence at 120 Prospect St., Ridgefield. Estimated cost: $96,703. Filed Aug. 4. Clark Construction of Ridgefield Inc., Ridgefield, contractor for David Motilla and Marianne Motilla. Replace the windows and siding on an existing single-family residence at 43 Mimosa Court, Ridgefield. Estimated cost: $122,400. Filed Aug. 13. Cordano, Angela, Danbury, contractor for self. Legalize the full bathroom in the basement of an existing singlefamily residence at 8 Caisson Drive, Danbury. Estimated cost: $6,500. Filed Aug. 12. Costanzo, Charles B., contractor for Matthew R. Laskowski. Remodel the powder room and family bathroom in an existing single-family residence at 168 Belltown Road, Unit A-1, Stamford. Estimated cost: $3,000. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14. CP IV Waypointe BP LLC, Norwalk, contractor for self. Renovate an existing four-family residence at 33 Orchard St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $125,000. Filed Aug. 14.

Solarcity Corp., Rocky Hill, contractor for self. Add solar panels to the roof of an existing single-family residence at 42 Topstone Drive, Danbury. Estimated cost: $18,683. Filed Aug. 11. Star Meadows Ranch LLC, Stamford, contractor for self. Renovate a barn on the property of an existing single-family residence at 579 Erskine Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $75,000. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14. Teora LLC, Stamford, contractor for Bradley E. Ellis, et al. Increase the footprint of a kitchen on the property of an existing single-family residence at 29 Norman Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $210,000. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14.

Toll CT III Ltd Partnership, Newtown, contractor for Toll CT III Limited Partnership. Construct a new townhouse with three bedrooms, two and one-half bathrooms, a onecar garage and a porch at 128 Warrington Round, Danbury. Estimated cost: $183,816. Filed Aug. 6. Toll CT III Ltd Partnership, Newtown, contractor for Toll CT III Limited Partnership. Construct a new townhouse with three bedrooms, two and one-half bathrooms, a onecar garage and a porch at 130 Warrington Round, Danbury. Estimated cost: $183,816. Filed Aug. 6. Toll CT III Ltd Partnership, Newtown, contractor for Toll CT III Limited Partnership. Construct a new townhouse with three bedrooms, two and one-half bathrooms, a onecar garage and a porch at 132 Warrington Round, Danbury. Estimated cost: $183,816. Filed Aug. 6. Traub, Brookfield, contractor for self. Renovate the interior of an existing single-family residence and add a wall to a patio at 34 S. Lake Shore Drive, Brookfield. Estimated cost: $209,000. Filed July 21. Tri-State Restoration Services, Norwalk, contractor for James J. Morlino and Frances H. Morlino. Repair the fire damage to an existing singlefamily residence at 24 Hilltop Manor, Danbury. Estimated cost: $80,000. Filed Aug. 10.

THD at Home Services Inc., Atlanta, Ga., contractor for Chris Kelly. Replace the four windows in an existing single-family residence at 172 Highland Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $2,580. Filed Aug. 13.

Twelve Development LLC, contractor for Twelve Restoration Group. Remove the walls in an existing single-family residence and replace with a bearing beam at 19 Ralph St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $2,000. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14.

THD at Home Services Inc., Atlanta, Ga., contractor for Jean Louis Stendhal. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 28 Grandview Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $4,154. Filed Aug. 13.

United Cleaning Restoration, Durham, contractor for Auston Shraff and Andrea Shraff. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 209 Rowayton Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $93,000. Filed Aug. 10.

THD at Home Services Inc., Atlanta, Ga., contractor for Reynold George, et al. Install vinyl replacement windows in an existing single-family residence at 23 Ivy St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $2,318. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14.

Viesto, Paul, Newtown, contractor for Michael Mueller and Katherine Mueller. Remodel the kitchen in an existing single-family residence and add recessed lighting at 174 Holmes Road, Ridgefield. Estimated cost: $417,000. Filed Aug. 3.

Toll CT III Ltd Partnership, Newtown, contractor for Toll CT III Limited Partnership. Construct a four-unit townhouse building at Reserve Road, Danbury. Estimated cost: $754,800. Filed Aug. 6.

Viglio, Patrick, Norwalk, contractor for self. Construct a carport from the garage of an existing single-family residence at 1 Filbert St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $4,000. Filed Aug. 12.

VIP Home Improvement LLC, Fairfield, contractor for Zahid Mir. Renovate the kitchen, living room and dining room of an existing single-family residence at 9 Burlington Court, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $220,720. Filed Aug. 7.

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FIGURES Vivint Solar Developer LLC, contractor for Debra Biggica. Install solar panels on the roof of an existing single-family residence at 14 Mercedes Lane, Stamford. Estimated cost: $31,502. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14. Vivint Solar Developer LLC, contractor for Scott R. Avalos. Install solar panels on the roof of an existing single-family residence at 1 Edice Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $33,925. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14. Wasiczko, Brookfield, contractor for self. Add a new deck to an existing single-family residence and perform interior renovations at 3 Gale Ann Drive, Brookfield. Estimated cost: $48,000. Filed July 21. WBCT Inc., contractor for Summerhill Properties LLC. Add to the rear of an existing single-family residence at 443 Webbs Hill Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $100,000. Filed between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14. Xiong, Brookfield, contractor for self. Finish the basement in an existing single-family residence at 6 Park Lane, Brookfield. Estimated cost: $18,500. Filed July 21.

COURT CASES The following court cases represent the allegations made by plaintiffs in the initial filings of civil lawsuits, and do not represent legally binding judgments made by the courts.

BRIDGEPORT SUPERIOR COURT 76 Sanford Avenue Associates LLC, New Canaan. Filed by Enya Simpson, Bridgeport. Plaintiff’s attorney: Dennis M. Laccavole, Goldstein and Peck PC, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff has brought this personal injury suit against the defendant alleging that she slipped on an icy surface owned by the defendant and sustained injury. This icy condition was allegedly allowed to exist due to the negligence of the defendant and its employees in that they permitted ice to be on the parking lot. The plaintiff claims monetary damages in excess of $15,000, excluding interest and costs. Case no. FBT-cv15-6051598-S. Filed Aug. 12. Athena Healthcare Associates Inc., et al., Hartford. Filed by Lorenzo Duffus, Bridgeport. Plaintiff’s attorney: McEnery Price Messey & Sullivan, Milford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this personal injury suit against the defendants alleging that he was entangled in restraint devises in a hospital owned by the defendants and sustained injury when he fell down. This accident allegedly occurred due to the negligence of the defendants and their employees in that they failed to inspect the facility to ensure its safety. The plaintiff claims monetary damages in excess of $15,000, excluding interest and costs. Case no. FBT-cv15-6051654-S. Filed Aug. 13.

Dan Clarke America LLC, et al., Greenwich. Filed by RSR Group Inc., Grans Prairie, Texas. Plaintiff’s attorney: Sugarmann & Sugarmann, New Haven. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendants alleging that they had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for merchandise provided. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding principal balance of $2,821 due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damages, costs, postjudgment interest and such other and further equitable relief as the court shall deem just and equitable. Case no. FBT-cv15-6051590-S. Filed Aug. 11. Geico General Insurance Co., Hartford. Filed by Julio Izurieta, Stamford. Plaintiff’s attorney: Christina Hanna, Stamford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this motor vehicle suit against the defendant alleging that she collided with an underinsured motorist and suffered injury. The insurance policy carried by the underinsured motorist is inadequate to fully compensate for the damages. The plaintiff alleges that her injuries are the legal responsibilities of her insurance company, the defendant. The plaintiff claims money damages in excess of $15,000, costs, double and treble damages and such other and further relief as the court may deem proper. Case no. FBT-cv15-6051534-S. Filed Aug. 10. Geico General Insurance Co., Fredericksburg, Va. Filed by Michael Allison Jr. and Jaymar Desther, Bridgeport. Plaintiff’s attorney: Thomas M. Yuditski, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiffs have brought this motor vehicle suit against the defendant alleging that they collided with an underinsured motorist and suffered injury. The insurance policy carried by the underinsured motorist is inadequate to fully compensate for the damages. The plaintiff alleges that their injuries are the legal responsibilities of their insurance company, the defendant. The plaintiff claims money damages in excess of $15,000, costs, double and treble damages and such other and further relief as the court may deem proper. Case no. FBT-cv15-6051656-S. Filed Aug. 14. Heart of God Healing Center, Hartford. Filed by People’s United Bank NA, Bridgeport. Plaintiff’s attorney: Benanti & Associates, Stamford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendant alleging that it had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for a promissory note. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding principal balance of $5,000 due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damages, costs, attorney’s fees and such other and further equitable relief as the court shall deem just and equitable. Case no. FBT-cv15-6051518-S. Filed Aug. 10.

IWA Construction LLC, et al., Woodbridge. Filed by Fairfield County Bank, Ridgefield. Plaintiff’s attorney: Patrick J. Walsh, Ridgefield. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendants alleging that they had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for a Commercial Line of Credit Agreement. The plaintiff has declared the loan to be in default and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damages and court costs. Case no. FBT-cv15-6051612-S. Filed Aug. 12. McGoldrick Fuel Inc., Fairfield. Filed by John P. Simses and Constance Simses, Fairfield. Plaintiff’s attorney: Donahue & Brown LLC, Fairfield. Action: The plaintiffs have brought this construction suit against the defendant alleging that it performed construction work in a negligent manner while trying to remove oil tanks from the plaintiffs’ premise. The defendant allegedly severed the water line and sewer pipe and destroyed a portion of the lawn, causing damages. The plaintiffs claim money damages, attorney’s fees, costs and such other and further relief as in law or equity the court may order. Case no. FBT-cv15-6051593-S. Filed Aug. 12. Reilly Restoration & Paint LLC, Trumbull. Filed by PPG Industries Inc., Pueblo, Colo. Plaintiff’s attorney: Hasset & George PC, Simsbury. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendant alleging that it had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for goods provided. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding balance due and has made a demand for the payment, yet has not received money. The plaintiff claims money damages, court costs, interest and any and all other legal or equitable relief that the court deems just and proper. Case no. FBT-cv15-6051513-S. Filed Aug. 10. St. Vincent’s Medical Center, Bridgeport. Filed by Martin Chalecki, Bridgeport. Plaintiff’s attorney: Zeldes, Needle & Cooper, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff has brought this suit against the defendant alleging that it employed a nurse who sexually assaulted patients in its care. The nurse allegedly sexually assaulted the plaintiff. The defendant allegedly hid evidence of the attack, misinformed police officers and tried to cover up the actions of the employee. The plaintiff claims compensatory damages, interest, costs, punitive damages and all other additional relief this court deems appropriate. Case no. FBT-cv15-6051521-S. Filed Aug. 10.

FACTS Sun & Skin Care Research LLC, Cocoa, Fla. Filed by Inspirica Marketing Group LLC, Norwalk. Plaintiff’s attorney: Benjamin K. Potok, New Britain. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendant alleging that it had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for marketing services provided. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding balance of $51,633 due and has made a demand for the payment, yet has not received money. The plaintiff claims money damages, court costs, interest and any and all other legal or equitable relief that the court deems just and proper. Case no. FBT-cv15-6051613-S. Filed Aug. 13. The Beechmont Professional Center Association Inc., Bridgeport. Filed by Jeremiah McCarthy, Monroe. Plaintiff’s attorney: Jainchill & Beckert, Plainville. Action: The plaintiff has brought this personal injury suit against the defendant alleging that she slipped on a ramp on property owned by the defendant and sustained injury. This dangerous condition was allegedly allowed to exist due to the negligence of the defendant and its employees in that they failed to have a railing on the ramp. The plaintiff claims monetary damages in excess of $15,000, excluding interest and costs. Case no. FBT-cv15-6051661-S. Filed Aug. 14. Turtleback Restorations LLC, Monroe. Filed by Leo Kuperschmid, West Brandywine, Pa. Plaintiff’s attorney: Cohen and Wolf PC, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendant alleging that it had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for a promissory note. The plaintiff has declared the loan to be in default addnd has made a demand for the balance of $53,500, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damages, interest, court costs and such other and further relief as the court shall deem appropriate. Case no. FBT-cv15-6051660-S. Filed Aug. 14.

DANBURY SUPERIOR COURT Nationwide Mutual Insurance Co., Hartford. Filed by Emanuel Cambra, Bethel. Plaintiff’s attorney: Wambolt & Tolomeo LLC, North Haven. Action: The plaintiff has brought this motor vehicle suit against the defendant alleging that he collided with an underinsured motorist and suffered injury. The insurance policy carried by the underinsured motorist is inadequate to fully compensate for the damages. The plaintiff alleges that his injuries are the legal responsibilities of his insurance company, the defendant. The plaintiff claims money damages in excess of $15,000, and such other and further relief as the court may deem proper. Case no. DBD-cv15-6017866-S. Filed Aug. 10.

US Granite Inc., Newtown. Filed by M S International Inc., Norwood, Mass. Plaintiff’s attorney: Weinstein, Weiner, Ignal, Vogel & Shapiro, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendant alleging that it had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for a credit account. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding principal balance of $45,019 due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damages, court costs and such other relief as the court deems just and proper. Case no. DBD-cv15-6017868-S. Filed Aug. 10.

STAMFORD SUPERIOR COURT Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by Patricia Puopolo, New Haven. Plaintiff’s attorney: Law Offices of Michael R. Corsello LLC, Norwalk. Action: The plaintiff has brought this personal injury suit against the defendants alleging that she slipped on an obstruction on property owned by the defendants and sustained injury. This dangerous condition was allegedly allowed to exist due to the negligence of the defendants and their employees in that they permitted wheeled bins to be obstructing the door. The plaintiff claims monetary damages in excess of $15,000, excluding interest and costs and such other and further relief as the court deems just and proper. Case no. FST-cv15-6026077-S. Filed Aug. 11. Progressive Northwestern Insurance Co., Hartford. Filed by Wilson Puente, Redding. Plaintiff’s attorney: John C. Turner. Action: The plaintiff has brought this motor vehicle suit against the defendant alleging that he collided with an underinsured motorist and suffered injury. The insurance policy carried by the underinsured motorist is inadequate to fully compensate for the damages. The plaintiff alleges that his injuries are the legal responsibilities of his insurance company, the defendant. The plaintiff claims money damages in excess of $15,000, and such other and further relief as the court may deem proper. Case no. FST-cv15-6026081-S. Filed Aug. 11.

FEDERAL DISTRICT COURT Citizens Financial Group, Bridgeport. Filed by Revindran Nadesan and Susan Nadesan. Plaintiff’s attorney: Law Office of Richard L. Gordon, Hartford. Action: The plaintiffs have brought this civil rights suit against the defendant alleging that Revindran was subject to a hostile work environment and assaulted by the defendant. The plaintiffs’ marriage allegedly deteriorated due to this. The plaintiff claims front pay, benefits, compensatory damages, expectancy damages, punitive damages, interest, costs, injunctive relief and such other and further relief as in law or equity may be required. Case no. 3:15-cv-01214-AVC. Filed Aug. 12.

CTH Content Company Limited, et al., Thailand. Filed by World Wrestling Entertainment Inc., Stamford. Plaintiff’s attorney: Day Pitney LLP, Hartford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendants alleging that they failed to pay license fees as specified under contract. The plaintiff has made a demand for payment, yet has not received any. The plaintiff claims monetary damages of $4.4 million, prejudgment interest, post-judgment interest, attorney’s fees, costs and such other and further relief as in law or equity may be required. Case no. 3:15-cv-01204-VLB. Filed Aug. 10. Edge Food and Drinks LLC, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by Domingo Utitiaj. Plaintiff’s attorney: Law Office of Mariusz Kurzyna, New Britain. Action: The plaintiff has brought this denial of overtime compensation suit against the defendants alleging that they failed to post a labor poster in the workspace. The defendants allegedly failed to pay overtime wages. The plaintiff claims double damages, attorney’s fees, costs and such other and further relief as in law or equity may be required. Case no. 3:15-cv-01219-JAM. Filed Aug. 12. Puerto Vallarta LLC, Newington. Filed by Servio Cabrera, Middletown. Plaintiff’s attorney: Hartford Legal Group, Hartford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this fair labor suit against the defendant alleging that it failed to pay the minimum wage. The defendant allegedly paid a salary of $35,000 to the plaintiff for 82-hour work weeks. The plaintiff claims unpaid wages, compensatory damages, liquidated damages, interest, costs, attorney’s fees, punitive damages and such other and further relief as in law or equity may be required. Case no. 3:15-cv-01207-MPS. Filed Aug. 10. Voya Retirement Insurance and Annuity Co., Windsor. Filed by Mary Anne Skinner, West Hartford. Plaintiff’s attorney: Madsen, Prestley & Parenteau, Hartford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this ADA discrimination suit against the defendant alleging that she took medical leave due to her disability and was allegedly terminated. The plaintiff claims compensatory damages, back pay, front pay, lost benefits, punitive damages, interest, attorney’s fees, costs and such other and further relief as in law or equity may be required. Case no.3:15-cv-01213-SRU. Filed Aug. 11.

DEEDS

COMMITTEE DEEDS Bikovsky, Alane C., et al., Stamford. Appointed committee: John Behette, Stamford. Property: 25 Old Church Road, Stamford. Amount: $164,875. Docket no. FST-cv-109-6002620S. Filed Aug. 11. Bliss, Heather, Westport. Appointed committee: Daniel P. Weiner, Westport. Property: 87 Saugatuck Ave., Westport. Amount: $384,000. Docket no. FST-cv-09-6002828-S. Filed Aug. 11.

FIGURES Cervone, Susan E., et al., Stratford. Appointed committee: Edward F. Czepiga II, Stratford. Property: 40 Rustown Drive, Stratford. Amount: $152,500. Docket no. FBT-cv-146046207S. Filed Aug. 14. Diacri, Christopher, et al., Ridgefield. Appointed committee: Ferrandino Enterprises LLC, Ridgefield. Property: 444 Benetts Farm Road, Ridgefield. Amount: $230,001. Docket no. DBD-cv-13-602638-S. Filed Aug. 6. Gonzalez, John M., et al., Norwalk. Appointed committee: Timothy P. Moylan. Norwalk. Property: 42 S. Main St., Unit 105, Norwalk. Amount: $103,000. Docket no. FSTcv-13-6020164. Filed Aug. 13. LL MAC Developers LLC, et al., Stratford. Appointed committee: Michael J. Rosnick, Stratford. Property: 292 Roosevelt Ave., Stratford. Amount: $47,300. Docket no. FBT-cv12-6026953S. Filed Aug. 4. Rogers, Noreen B., et al., Stamford. Appointed committee: Thomas L. McKirdy Jr., Stamford. Property: 66 Shady Lane, Stamford. Amount: $460,000. Docket no. FST-cv1306018650-S. Filed Aug. 11.

31A Catoonah Street LLC, Ridgefield. Seller: David A. Bryson and Kristin A. Bryson, Ridgefield. Property: Unit A of Catoohan Mews, Ridgefield. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 3.

Brookfield Relocation Inc., Brookfield. Seller: Glenn J. Faber and Judy Faber, Brookfield. Property: Lot 11, Parcel X, Brookfield. Amount: $485,000. Filed Aug. 6.

421 Field Point LLC, Greenwich. Seller: George A. Khouri and Barbara T. Khouri, Greenwich. Property: 421 Field Point Road, Greenwich. Amount: $5.2 million. Filed Aug. 3.

Cagranick Holdings LLC, Danbury. Seller: P.J. of Connecticut Inc., Danbury. Property: 2 Pembroke Road, Danbury. Amount: $650,000. Filed Aug. 12.

54 Ironworks Hill Corp., Sherman. Seller: Phoenix Industries at LBNY Corp., Brewster, N.Y. Property: 54 Ironworks Hill Road, Brookfield. Amount: $92,000. Filed July 23.

Cartus Financial Corp., Danbury. Seller: Michael J. Schaffer, Stamford. Property: 234 Butternut Lane, Stamford. Amount: $694,857. Filed Aug. 11.

599 Landlord LLC, Greenwich. Seller: OBJW One Corp., New York, N.Y. Property: 599 W. Putnam Ave., Greenwich. Amount: $21 million. Filed Aug. 6. 64 Highland Terrace LLC, Redding. Seller: Matias L. Lopez and Lisa L. Lopez, Stratford. Property: 64 Highland Terrace, Stratford. Amount: $282,500. Filed Aug. 10. 67 Holly Hill LLC, Bedford, N.Y. Seller: Gambit Holly Hill Lane Associates LLC, Westport. Property: 67 Holly Hill Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $7.7 million. Filed Aug. 7.

Schlemmer Jr., Andrew H., et al., Danbury. Appointed committee: Jennifer Tunnard, Danbury. Property: 37 Belmont Circle, Danbury. Amount: $149,842. Docket no. DBD-cv-146016084-S. Filed Aug. 12.

80 Sand Pit Road LLC, Ramsey, N.J. Seller: Morris Katz and Sandra Katz, Brookfield. Property: 78 Sand Pit Road, Danbury. Amount: $190,000. Filed Aug. 11.

COMMERCIAL

A&M Main Realty LLC, Norwalk. Seller: Robert A. Glew, Greenwich. Property: 277 Main Ave., Norwalk. Amount: $1.4 million. Filed Aug. 7.

10 Riverview Drive LLC, Danbury. Seller: General Electric Capital Corp., Norwalk. Property: 10 Riverview Drive, Danbury. Amount: $18 million. Filed Aug. 5.

Cove Partners LLC, Norwalk. Seller: Paul Kokias and Mary Kokias, Norwalk. Property: 7 Cove Ave., Norwalk. Amount: $400,000. Filed Aug. 3. D/M Property Investment LLC, Brookfield. Seller: Grace H. Johnson, Brookfield. Property: 14 Tara Drive, Brookfield. Amount: $115,000. Filed Aug. 10. Emergent Properties LLC, Stamford. Seller: George T. Conger, Key West, Fla. Property: 38 Harriet St., Norwalk. Amount: $150,000. Filed Aug. 6. Fairfield 18 LLC, Norwalk. Seller: Norwalk Condos LLC, Norwalk. Property: Units A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A10, A11, A12, A13, A14 and A15, Norwalk. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 3. Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp., McLean, Va. Seller: David J. Hulse, Norwalk. Property: 16 James St., Norwalk. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 4.

FEATURE PROPERTIES OF THE WEEK

114 Nod Road LLC, Ridgefield. Seller: David A. Bryson and Kristin A. Bryson, Ridgefield. Property: Lot 2, Map 8580A, Ridgefield. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 3. 143 Clapboard Ridge Road LLC, New York, N.Y. Seller: Joy Y. Frank, Greenwich. Property: 143 Clapboard Ridge Road, Greenwich. Amount: $3 million. Filed Aug. 14. 1621 Stratford Avenue LLC, Stratford. Seller: Daniel H. Kryzanski and Thomas Kubic, Meriden. Property: 1621 Stratford Ave., Stratford. For no consideration paid. Filed Aug. 12.

4 STORY OFFICE BUILDING / RESIDENTIAL CONVERSION — POUGHKEEPSIE, NY Location: Dutchess County’s Central Business District Square Feet: 35,750 +/- SF Total, To Be Confirmed. 0.18 +/- Acres Suitable For: Office / Medical / Loft Conversion Sale Price: $1,600,000 Contact: info@crproperties.com (845) 485-3100 / www.crproperties.com

COMMERCIAL BUILDING / AIRPORT HANGARS — LAGRANGEVILLE, NY (MILLBROOK / RHINEBECK AREA) Location: TSP to NYS Rte 55 East to North on NYS Rte 82 Space: 12,000 +/- SF Total, To Be Confirmed. 28.31 +/- Acres Price: $1,475,000 - Current In-Place Income Contact: info@crproperties.com (845) 485-3100 / www.crproperties.com

18 Sheehan Avenue LLC, Norwalk. Seller: Pietro Napoleone, Bridgeport. Property: 16 Sheehan Ave., Norwalk. Amount: $600,000. Filed Aug. 3. 185 Milbank LLC, Wilmington, Del. Seller: Craig W. Thomas and Kristine M. Thomas, Greenwich. Property: 185 Milbank Avenue West, Greenwich. Amount: $2.7 million. Filed Aug. 3. 2 Remer Street LLC, Stratford. Seller: Bruce Avenue Associates LLC, Stratford. Property: 125 Bruce Ave., Stratford. Amount: $2 million. Filed Aug. 6.

CONCERT / THEATER / RESTAURANT / BAR — POUGHKEEPSIE, NY

INDUSTRIAL BUILDING POUGHKEEPSIE, NY

Location: 7 Blocks from Metro North to Grand Central Space: 8,525 +/- SF Total, To Be Confirmed Price: $1,850,000 Contact: info@crproperties.com (845) 485-3100 / www.crproperties.com

Location: NYS Route 9G Space: 100,000+/- SF Total / 11 +/- Acres Price: $3,950,000 / $4.50 Per SF Contact: info@crproperties.com (845) 485-3100 / www.crproperties.com

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FACTS GSG Management LLC, Brookfield. Seller: Newtown Capital Partners LLC, Brookfield. Property: 304 Federal Road, Unit 115, Brookfield. Amount: $70,000. Filed Aug. 5. H.O. & H.E. Properties LLC, Yonkers, N.Y. Seller: Q Sono LLC, Norwalk. Property: 55 N. Main St., Unit A, 13 Marshall St., Unit B, 71 and 73 N. Main St., Norwalk. Amount: $11.7 million. Filed Aug. 13. ILSR Owners LLC, Port Chester, N.Y. Seller: POKO-IWSR Developers LLC, Port Chester, N.Y. Property: 83 and 87 Wall St., 21, 23 and 31 Isaac St., Norwalk. For an unknown amount paid. Filed Aug. 3. Islamic Cultural Center of New York, Stamford. Seller: Charles L. David, Milford. Property: 31-33 Court St., Stamford. Amount: $68,000. Filed Aug. 14. Islamic Cultural Center of New York, Stamford. Seller: Barbara Rocak, Milford. Property: 31-33 Court St., Stamford. Amount: $68,000. Filed Aug. 14. Islamic Cultural Center of New York, Stamford. Seller: Carol L. Moore, New Rochelle, N.Y. Property: 31-33 Court St., Stamford. Amount: $68,000. Filed Aug. 14. Licari Properties LLC, Norwalk. Seller: Sara Moran, Stratford. Property: 235 Henry St., Unit 11M, Stratford. Amount: $68,000. Filed Aug. 13. Norwalk Property LLC, Norwalk. Seller: Hector Vasquez, Norwalk. Property: 150 S. Main St., Norwalk. Amount: $150,000. Filed Aug. 7. P.J. of Connecticut Inc., Danbury. Seller: Christian Street Associates LLC, New Fairfield. Property: 2 Pembroke Road, Danbury. Amount: $30,000. Filed Aug. 5. Phoenix Industries at LBNY Corp., Brookfield. Seller: The Bank of New York Mellon, trustee, New York, N.Y. Property: 54 Ironworks Hill Road, Brookfield. Amount: $92,000. Filed July 23. Splitrock Properties LLC, Norwalk. Seller: Paul Y. Lee, Norwalk. Property: 25 Grand St., Unit 258, Norwalk. Amount: $149,000. Filed Aug. 4. Splitrock Properties LLC, Norwalk. Seller: 25 Grand Street LLC, Norwalk. Property: 25 Grand St., Unit 252, Norwalk. Amount: $170,500. Filed Aug. 5. Starex LLC, Stamford. Seller: Warren Miike and Anacleta Velasco, Stamford. Property: 60 Strawberry Hill Ave., Unit 406, Stamford. Amount: $130,000. Filed Aug. 13. Strawberry Hill Investors LLC, Stamford. Seller: Steven J. Ratner and David P. Ratner, Stamford. Property: Lots 3 and 4, Map 1286, Stamford. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 14.

Sweet Pea Development LLC, Stratford. Seller: U.S. Bank NA, Frederick, Md. Property: 562 King St., Stratford. Amount: $115,000. Filed Aug. 14. TAP Capital Partners LLC, Stamford. Seller: Wells Fargo Bank NA, Frederick, Md. Property: 49 Woods End Road, Stamford. Amount: $155,000. Filed Aug. 10. Taylor Avon LLC, Greenwich. Seller: U.S. Bank NA, Salt Lake City, Utah. Property: 40 Mohawk Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $900,000. Filed Aug. 4. TLC Real Estate LLC, Danbury. Seller: Nicholas R. Dinapoli Jr., Carl H. Lecher and Paul S. McNamara, Ridgefield. Property: 19 and 90 Commerce Road, Brookfield. Amount: $1.3 million. Filed Aug. 3. Windy Knoll LLC, Stamford. Seller: 42 Windy Knolls LLC, Stamford. Property: 42 Windy Knolls, Greenwich. Amount: $975,000. Filed Aug. 7.

QUIT CLAIM 23 Angus LLC, Danbury. Grantor: Marilyn Harmonay, Greenwich. Property: 11 Brinscall Court, Greenwich. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 14.

Cannonball Estates Home Owner’s Association, New Milford. Grantor: Sycamore Trails Group LLC, New Milford. Property: Lot 7, Map 12407, Danbury. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 13. Carvalho, Carmen C., Danbury. Grantor: Joao G. Carvalho, Danbury. Property: 56 Westville Ave., Danbury. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 4. Carvalho, Carmen C., Danbury. Grantor: Joao G. Carvalho, Danbury. Property: 58 Westville Ave., Danbury. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 4. Carvalho, Carmen C., Danbury. Grantor: Joao G. Carvalho, Danbury. Property: 45 Well Ave., Danbury. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 4. Cauley, Patricia Ellen, North Haven. Grantor: John Peter Crawford, Greenwich. Property: 10 Berge St., Greenwich. Amount: $10. Filed Aug. 5. Cesca, Marie R., Danbury. Grantor: Paul Cesca, Kenneth Cesca, Judith Catalano, Eugene Cesca and Gary Cesca, Danbury. Property: Lot 29, Map 1753, Danbury. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 10.

415 Woodstock Avenue LLC, Fairfield. Grantor: Bitterman Capital LLC, Fairfield. Property: 415 Woodstock Ave., Stratford. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 3.

Chernow, Patricia C. and Robert A. Chernow, Westport. Grantor: Robert A. Chernow and Patricia A. Chernow, Westport. Property: Lot 41, Map 4445, Westport. For no consideration paid. Filed Aug. 4.

644 W. Putnam Owner LLC, Bronx, N.Y. Grantor: 644 West Putnam Associates LLC, Bronx, N.Y. Property: 644 W. Putnam Ave., Greenwich. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 13.

Ciuffo, Mae A., Stamford. Grantor: Albert A. Ciuffo and Joanne S. Remling, Stamford. Property: Lot 76, Map 634, Stamford. For an unknown amount paid. Filed Aug. 11.

90 RHR LP, Carsen City, Nev. Grantor: Philip R. H. Conner III and Whitney Kroeger Conner, Greenwich. Property: 90 Round Hill Road, Greenwich. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 5.

CM Logan LLC, Norwalk. Grantor: Carlos Parra, Norwalk. Property: 136 E. Rocks Road, Norwalk. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 6.

Abrams, Lisa Marie, Greenwich. Grantor: Marcus Abrams, Greenwich. Property: Hunting Ridge Road, Greenwich. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 5.

Colby D LLC, Newtown. Grantor: Michael P. Dimyan and Noel C. Roy, Newtown. Property: 166 Old Brookfield Road, Unit 19-2, Danbury. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 4.

AFC Properties LLC, Norwalk. Grantor: The Jostal Corp., Norwalk. Property: The Jostal Corp., Ma 13710, Norwalk. For no consideration paid. Filed Aug. 12.

Conca, Jeanine, Allyson Conca and James F. Conca, Stratford. Grantor: Allyson Conca, Stratford. Property: Lot 502, Lordship Manor, Stratford. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 3.

Aguirre, Merlin, Luis A. Aquino and Louis E. Aquino, Stamford. Grantor: Luis A. Aquino and Luis E. Aquino, Stamford. Property: 59 Bonner St., Stamford. For no consideration paid. Filed Aug. 13.

Costello, Ann Goencz and Thomas Joseph Costello, Stamford. Grantor: Thomas J. Costello, Stamford. Property: 27 Dartley St., Stamford. For no consideration paid. Filed Aug. 13.

Allen, Laurence G., Greenwich. Grantor: 434 Maple Family Limited Partnership, Greenwich. Property: 43 Maple Ave., Unit 4, Greenwich. Amount: $10. Filed Aug. 12. Allen, Laurence G., Greenwich. Grantor: 431 Maple Family Limited Partnership, Greenwich. Property: 43 Maple Ave., Unit 1, Greenwich. Amount: $10. Filed Aug. 12.

Rdzak, Grezgorz, Stamford. Grantor: Aleksander Rdzak and Kazimieria Rdzak, Stamford. Property: 223 Seaton Road, Unit 3, Stamford. For an unknown amount paid. Filed Aug. 14. RECJR LLC, North Charleston, S.C. Grantor: RECJR LLC, North Charleston, S.C. Property: 7 Padanaram Road, Unit 101, Danbury. For an unknown amount paid. Filed Aug. 4.

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FIGURES Rodriguez, Rodolfo, Greenwich. Grantor: Mark A. Sank, Stamford. Property: Lot 36, Map 3148, Greenwich. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 12. Rose, Yvette Trujillo and Robert Neal Rose, Westport. Grantor: Yvette T. Rose, Westport. Property: 326 Bayberry Lane, Westport. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 10. Ross, Alysia B., Danbury. Grantor: Richard W. Margiloff, Greenwich. Property: 27 Rolf Drive, Danbury. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 10. Ruano, Mayra J. and Pablo Alberto Ruano-Rivera, Norwalk. Grantor: Pablo Alberto Ruano-Ribera, Norwalk. Property: 21 Hill St., Norwalk. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 6. Sabella, Shannon and Michael Sabella, Brookfield. Grantor: Michael Sabella, Brookfield. Property: 4 Old Woods Road, Brookfield. For no consideration paid. Filed Aug. 13. Sam, Lisa A. and Christopher Sam, Danbury. Grantor: Christopher Sam, Danbury. Property: 79 Sheridan St., Danbury. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 12. Sank, Mark A., Stamford. Grantor: Rodolfo Rodriguez, Greenwich. Property: Lot 36, Map 3148, Greenwich. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 12. Sedita, Robert and Stephen J. Sedita, Norwalk. Grantor: Veronica B. Sedita and Diane McGill, Norwalk. Property: Parkview Road, Bell Island, Norwalk. For no consideration paid. Filed Aug. 3. Silverman, Barbara N. and Ronald S. Silverman, Vero Beach, Fla. Grantor: Ronald S. Silverman and Barbara N. Silverman, Vero Beach, Fla. Property: 67 Evergreen Ave., Westport. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 13. SkyMLC Properties LLC, Danbury. Grantor: Carmen C. Carvalho, Danbury. Property: 45 Well Ave., Danbury. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 4. Spatta, Jane, Southbury. Grantor: Jane Spatta, Norwalk. Property: 177 Main St., Norwalk. For no consideration paid. Filed Aug. 4. Thilow, Leslie W., Ridgefield. Grantor: Marcy L. Thilow, Ridgefield. Property: Lot 9, Map 5224, Ridgefield. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 12. Uva, Karen and Rosamaria Dipreta, Stamford. Grantor: Antonio Pimpinella and Grace Pimpinella, Stamford. Property: 101 Coolidge Ave., Stamford. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 12.

Vision Brookfield LLC, New Milford. Grantor: Vision Engineering Inc., New Milford. Property: 101 and 104 Commerce Road, Brookfield. Amount: $1. Filed July 27. Water Run LLC, Stamford. Grantor: John Abplanalp and Tonina Ablpanalp, Stamford. Property: 228 Trinity Pass, Stamford. Amount: $10. Filed Aug. 10.

Angotto, Chris J., Norwalk. Seller: Amanda Tafuto, Norwalk. Property: 16 Hillside Place, Unit L5, Norwalk. Amount: $306,000. Filed Aug. 3. Aquino, Luis E. and Luis A. Aquino, Stamford. Seller: Nancy Hurdle, Stamford. Property: 59 Bonner St., Stamford. Amount: $360,000. Filed Aug. 11.

Weiss, Randall, Norwalk. Grantor: Randall Weiss and Kathleen Weiss, Norwalk. Property: 21 Donahue Drive, Norwalk. For no consideration paid. Filed Aug. 10.

Archibald, Isabella F. and Giles C. Archibald, Stamford. Seller: Dale Leong and Kendra Leong, Stamford. Property: Joffre Avenue and Ledge Lane, Stamford. Amount: $445,000. Filed Aug. 10.

WF Master REO LLC, New York, N.Y. Grantor: Waterfall Master Victoria Fund Ltd., Danbury. Property: 146 Westville Avenue Extenion, Danbury. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 10.

Aryal, Nilkantha, Holtsville, N.Y. Seller: Adam Carta and Jennifer P. Dalton, Newtown. Property: 15 Hearthstone Drive, Brookfield. Amount: $210,000. Filed July 31.

Whitaker, Beverly A. and Geoffrey Whitaker, Greenwich. Grantor: Geoffrey Whitaker, Greenwich. Property: 101 Lewis St., Unit F, Greenwich. Amount: $10. Filed Aug. 12.

Bassi, Loretta and Armand Bassi Jr., Waccabuc, N.Y. Seller: Donald P. McCarthy and Veronica A. McCarthy, Ridgefield. Property: 638-20 Danbury Road, Ridgefield. Amount: $700,000. Filed Aug. 3.

Wiesler, Marilyn N. and William T. Wiesler, Greenwich. Grantor: William T. Wiesler and Marilyn N. Wiesler, Greenwich. Property: 15 Serenity Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 6. Williams, Jennifer Lucy, Westport. Grantor: William Thomas Lloyd IV, Westport. Property: 21 Crawford Road, Westport. For an unknown amount paid. Filed Aug. 3. Wood, Lindsey Eaton and Matthew McMaster, Darien. Grantor: Mark A. Maidique and Claudine A. Maidique, Norwalk. Property: 62 W. Norwalk Road, Norwalk. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 4.

RESIDENTIAL Absar, Mohammed N., Stratford. Seller: Michael F. Kalanick and Kathleen A. Kalanick, Stratford. Property: 60 Sheffield Circle, Stratford. Amount: $325,000. Filed Aug. 5. Adams, Jill L. and William J. Adams, Yorktown Heights, N.Y. Seller: John J. Hammer Jr. and Rita M. Hammer, Smyrna Beach, Fla. Property: 6 Cedar Crest Drive, Danbury. Amount: $500,000. Filed Aug. 10. Agravat, Trusha and Richard J. Harvey, New Albany, Ohio. Seller: Scott A. Shapiro and Michelle U. Shapiro, Sherman Oaks, Calif. Property: 23 Rayfield Road, Westport. Amount: $1.6 million. Filed Aug. 11.

Venture Group LLC, Danbury. Grantor: Jody Rajcula and Maura Keenan, Danbury. Property: 182 Long Meadow Hill Road, Brookfield. Amount: $1. Filed July 28.

Anderson, Emily V. and Michael L. Anderson, Washington, D.C. Seller: David G. Wakeman III and Carol Wakeman, Rowayton. Property: 36 Range Road, Norwalk. Amount: $722,000. Filed Aug. 11.

Viesta, Santa R. and Joseph Michael Viesta, Stamford. Grantor: Santa R. Viesta, Stamford. Property: Lot 31, Map 5557, Stamford. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 11.

Anderson, Evangeline and Clifton Anderson, Norwalk. Seller: Mangtao Du and Fang Wang, Norwalk. Property: 6 Phillene Road, Norwalk. Amount: $463,000. Filed Aug. 4.

Belli, Gina M. Belli, Brookfield. Seller: Thomas A. Belli, Brookfield. Property: 116 Obtuse Road South, Brookfield. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 13. Belli, Shirley M., Gina M. Belli and Thomas A. Belli, Newtown. Seller: Don M. Reilly, Brookfield. Property: 116 Obtuse Road South, Brookfield. Amount: $375,000. Filed Aug. 3. Benedicto, Ramon, New Milford. Seller: Gloria Sotelo, Brookfield. Property: 6 Hearthstone Drive, Brookfield. Amount: $202,500. Filed Aug. 13. Berardini, Melinda and Michael Berardini, Stamford. Seller: Matthew T. McGoldrick and Noreen M. McGoldrick, Stamford. Property: Lot 18, Map 501, Stamford. Amount: $420,000. Filed Aug. 10. Bhatti, Sukhjivan K. and Manpreet S. Bhatti, Danbury. Seller: Krista S. Lundquist, Brookfield. Property: 4 Essex Court, Unit 14D, Brookfield. Amount: $135,000. Filed July 24. Bialik, Scott A., Brookfield. Seller: Toll CT III LP, Newtown. Property: 5 Wilderswood Way, Danbury. Amount: $498,995. Filed Aug. 6. Bitzonis, Kirsten J. and James Bitzonis, Orange. Seller: Christopher Andrew Dailey and Lane Michelle Dailey, Stamford. Property: 38 Westover Ave., Stamford. Amount: $700,000. Filed Aug. 14. Eken, Ilona D. and Onur Eken, Greenwich. Seller: Michael Anderson and Nicola Anderson, Greenwich. Property: 9 Rockwood Lane Spur, Greenwich. Amount: $3.2 million. Filed Aug. 5. Knop, Kerry and Craig Knop, Newtown. Seller: Kati F. Venturato, New York, N.Y. Property: Unit 1 of Casagmo Condominium, Ridgefield. Amount: $190,500. Filed Aug. 3.

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Koppelman, Elizabeth A., New York, N.Y. Seller: Michael Bonizio, Greenwich. Property: 8 Norias Road, Greenwich. Amount: $1.1 million. Filed Aug. 3.

Mariconda, Shannon and Brian Mariconda, Stratford. Seller: Robert A. Ariano, Stratford. Property: 198 Fourth Ave., Stratford. Amount: $240,000. Filed Aug. 12.

Nhep, Stephanie and Hank Nhep, Bethel. Seller: Theresa A. York, Brookfield. Property: 3 Beechwood Circle, Brookfield. Amount: $245,000. Filed Aug. 11.

Smith, Alison Kline, Wilton. Seller: Leon Carbonaro and Janet Carbonaro, Southbury. Property: 16 Brittania Drive, Danbury. Amount: $285,000. Filed Aug. 12.

The city of Danbury, Danbury. Seller: Sycamore Trails Group LLC, New Milford. Property: Cannonball Drive Extension, Danbury. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 13.

Wise, Heather and Michael Terretta, Norwalk. Seller: Norwalk Estates LLC, Philadelphia, Pa. Property: 33 N. Water St., Unit 410, Norwalk. Amount: $665,000. Filed Aug. 5.

Kotur, Katarzyna and Milosz E. Kotur, Norwalk. Seller: Natalie B. Derfilippi, Ridgefield. Property: 11 Mountain View Ave., Ridgefield. Amount: $434,000. Filed Aug. 13.

Marino, Michael, Norwalk. Seller: Todd Schettini, Cheshire. Property: Unit 2 of Parkview Townhomes, Norwalk. Amount: $407,000. Filed Aug. 11.

Nickel, Albert and Louann Miska, Brookfield. Seller: Joseph Cwikla, Newtown. Property: 8 Nutmeg Lane, Brookfield. Amount: $138,000. Filed July 22.

Solomon, Susan and Robert Solomon, New York, N.Y. Seller: Jacqueline Botting, Edgewater, Fla. Property: 177 Railroad Ave., Unit B, Greenwich. Amount: $1.5 million. Filed Aug. 4.

Therrien, Paul J., Redding. Seller: Erik H. Granford, Bethel. Property: 14 S. St., Building 2, Unit 9, Danbury. Amount: $205,000. Filed Aug. 13.

Wistman, James H., New York, N.Y. Seller: James H. Wistman and Sharon Fong, Danbury. Property: 77 7th Ave., Apt. 10P, Danbury. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 13.

Nikolav, Iliana and Filip Kirilov Nikolav, Stamford. Seller: Javier Dasilva and Jennifer M. Dasilva, Stamford. Property: 106 Oaklawn Ave., Stamford. Amount: $426,000. Filed Aug. 14.

Soro, Gabriela and Stephen C. Scapillato, Norwalk. Seller: Marco Anthony Giorno and Joanna Lee Giorno, Stamford. Property: 57 Buckingham Drive, Stamford. Amount: $590,000. Filed Aug. 14.

Kremer, Eva and Leonid Kremer, Stamford. Seller: GHP Classic LLC, White Plains, N.Y. Property: 25 Forest St., Unit 8L, Stamford. Amount: $405,000. Filed Aug. 12. Kumar, Nancy A. and Kitendra Kumar, Stratford. Seller: Timothy A. Nacewicz, Stratford. Property: 180 Quenby Place, Stratford. Amount: $288,000. Filed Aug. 14. LaBrosse, Lori B. and Marc R. LaBrosse Jr., New Paltz, N.Y. Seller: Alan Webb and Jennifer Fox, Danbury. Property: 401 Larson Drive, Danbury. Amount: $297,000. Filed Aug. 12. Lalli, Karen and Katherine J. O’Hara, Norwalk. Seller: Vincent H. Edwards and Rodney V. Ayers, Norwalk. Property: Lot 6, Map 793, Norwalk. Amount: $964,000. Filed Aug. 7. Lee, Jongyol, Stamford. Seller: Jong W. Lee, Germantown. Property: 92 Woodmere Road, Stamford. Amount: $615,000. Filed Aug. 10. Lipschutz, Rebecca A. and Matthew J. Lipschutz, Norwalk. Seller: Aaron S. August and Leslie M. August, Westport. Property: 36 Fillow St., Westport. Amount: $742,500. Filed Aug. 5. Lockwood, Kathryn P. and Aaron Lockwood, Port Washington, N.Y. Seller: Jonathan Bricken and Elaine Bricken, Ridgefield. Property: 47 Old South Salem Road, Ridgefield. Amount: $549,000. Filed Aug. 5. Loset, Mark C. and Myrna Santos Carpenter, Peekskill, N.Y. Seller: Toll Connecticut III LP, Newtown. Property: 103 Center Meadow Lane, Danbury. Amount: $312,564. Filed Aug. 12. Lotko, Denise and Richard A. Lotko Jr., Stamford. Seller: Jeffrey J. Johnson and Constance Johnson, Ridgefield. Property: 45 Silver Hill Road, Ridgefield. Amount: $520,000. Filed Aug. 3. Macachor, Ree Ann M. and Leonard M. Macachor, Norwalk. Seller: Leonard M. Macachor and Jeanie G. Macachor, Norwalk. Property: Lot B, Map 8881, Norwalk. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 3. Mackin, Briana and Michael Mackin, White Plains, N.Y. Seller: Donald W. Sargeant and Sandra Sargeant, Greenwich. Property: 3 Windy Knolls, Greenwich. Amount: $640,000. Filed Aug. 4.

Martin, Aliece and Jamie L. Martin, Norwalk. Seller: Stuart L. Rabin, Stamford. Property: 301 Hubbard Ave., Stamford. Amount: $470,000. Filed Aug. 14. Masotti, John, Stamford. Seller: Mary Queally, Stamford. Property: 56 Friars Lane, Stamford. Amount: $1.5 million. Filed Aug. 10. Massay, Albert, Danbury. Seller: Rushmore Loan Management Services LLC, Houston, Texas. Property: 223 Great Plain Road, Danbury. Amount: $165,000. Filed Aug. 10. Matkovic, Hani and Edward Marek, Norwalk. Seller: David Black and Brooke Morin, Norwalk. Property: Unit 19 of East Harbor Condominium, Norwalk. Amount: $205,000. Filed Aug. 3. McGovern, Kelly A. and Scott D. McGovern, Golbertville, Pa. Seller: Sarala Paliwal, Brookfield. Property: 31 Greenknoll Drive, Brookfield. Amount: $415,000. Filed Aug. 10. McNamara, Paul S., Nicholas R. DiNapoli and Carl H. Lecher, Ridgefield. Seller: Brookfield Associates Holding Company LLC, Ridgefield. Property: 90 and 91 Commerce Road, Brookfield. For an unknown amount paid. Filed July 27. McStravick, Gerard R., Port New Richey, Fla. Seller: Frances T. McStravick, Port New Richey, Fla. Property: 20 S. Lake Shore Drive, Brookfield. Amount: $1. Filed July 23. Melito, Tara E. and Thomas M. Kilfoyle, Norwalk. Seller: Anne S. Gragg, Norwalk. Property: Unit 6 of Betts Common Condominium, Norwalk. Amount: $440,000. Filed Aug. 6. Melvin, Lindsay and Craig Melvin, Westport. Seller: Eric Leiwand and Katharine Leinwand, Westport. Property: 4 Caccamo Lane, Westport. Amount: $2.5 million. Filed Aug. 5. Menon, Aditi and Anand M. Menon, Medford, Mass. Seller: Cheri M. Scheckler and Robert W. Scheckler, Darien. Property: 21 Maple Tree Ave., Unit F, Stamford. Amount: $338,000. Filed Aug. 11. Merrill, Dana T. and Kristopher L. Merrill, Danbury. Seller: Sae J. Hahm, Ridgefield. Property: 156 Keeler Drive, Ridgefield. Amount: $699,000. Filed Aug. 3.

Niyazov, Anatoily, Forest Hills, N.Y. Seller: Nue Deda and Lisa Deda, Stamford. Property: 1054 Cove Road, Stamford. Amount: $350,000. Filed Aug. 14. Nowak, Joyce L., Brookfield. Seller: Elliott B. Nowak, Brookfield. Property: 35 Greenknoll Drive, Brookfield. For no consideration paid. Filed Aug. 11. Nowicki, John, Stratford. Seller: Karen Bobowick, Stratford. Property: 406 Bar Harbour Road, Stratford. Amount: $236,000. Filed Aug. 6. Nyamala, Fatima and Michael J. Hollinger, Norwalk. Seller: David L. Bragdon and Claire A. Bragdon, Norwalk. Property: Lot C, Map 732, Norwalk. Amount: $310,000. Filed Aug. 3. O’Brasky, Nancy K. and Lewis. H Chimes, Stamford. Seller: Matthew Dellacroce and Kara Dellacroce, Stamford. Property: Plot A, Map 1445, Stamford. Amount: $690,000. Filed Aug. 14. Omelich, Yulia A. and Andrey Omelich, Greenwich. Seller: Bradley Bowers Geist Jr. and Anna Steinbock Geist, Ketchum, Ind. Property: 15 Fairgreen Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $1.7 million. Filed Aug. 14. Oseafiana, Chukuemeka, Bronx, N.Y. Seller: Francisco Bahia and Ana P. Bahia, Danbury. Property: 2707 Eaton Court, Danbury. Amount: $320,000. Filed Aug. 13. Osvag, Kimberly and Jason Vitale, White Plains, N.Y. Seller: Muhammad Asim Syed and Rina Karim Siddiqui, Brookfield. Property: 49 Meadow Brook Road, Brookfield. Amount: $445,000. Filed July 20. Overland, Leigh, Danbury. Seller: James R. Tedesco, Brookfield. Property: 17 Eden Court, Brookfield. Amount: $120,500. Filed July 30. Padmore, Jonathan, New York, N.Y. Seller: Advanced Funding LLC, Stamford. Property: 112 Virgil St., Stamford. Amount: $650,000. Filed Aug. 11. Sinkin, Andrea and Harry Jaffe, Greenwich. Seller: Clare DiNicola, Greenwich. Property: 25 Willow Run Road, Greenwich. Amount: $1.9 million. Filed Aug. 6.

Srinivasan, Prakash, Stamford. Seller: Misak Kesterlian, Stamford. Property: 19 Lindale St., Unit F, Stamford. Amount: $312,500. Filed Aug. 12. Starks, Diana, Stratford. Seller: Harry A. Puglisi and Grace M. Puglisi, Stratford. Property: 112 Chasta Lane, Unit A, Stratford. Amount: $147,000. Filed Aug. 4. Staron, Edward P., Ansonia. Seller: Julie Bales, Stratford. Property: 1165 Stratford Road, Stratford. Amount: $133,500. Filed Aug. 14. Stevens, Matthew, Greenwich. Seller: Robin G. Trotter, Greenwich. Property: 33 Talbot Lane, Unit 11, Greenwich. Amount: $495,000. Filed Aug. 7. Stewart, Mark A., Port Chester, N.Y. Seller: Sara Katherine Cooper, Stamford. Property: 4 Willowbrook Place, Stamford. Amount: $380,000. Filed Aug. 11. Stewart, Susan E. and Jeffrson A. Stewart, New York, N.Y. Seller: Daniel P. Goble and Patricia A. Goble, Danbury. Property: 9 Fir Drive, Danbury. Amount: $471,000. Filed Aug. 5. Sulpizi, Milena and Alessandro Sulpizi, Stamford. Seller: Richard R. Deluca and Beverly A. Deluca, New Canaan. Property: 49 Skyview Lane, Stamford. Amount: $1.4 million. Filed Aug. 10. Sun, Xiaojiang, Canada. Seller: Adam Chodos, Greenwich. Property: 20 Morningside Drive, Greenwich. Amount: $2 million. Filed Aug. 7. Tansuriwongse, Watanasak and Hsuan-Cing Lo, Norwalk. Seller: Diana H. Herman, Westport. Property: 375 Main St., Westport. Amount: $760,000. Filed Aug. 6. Tapen, Patricia J. and William L. Montuoro, Westport. Seller: Robert A. Landowne and Ellen R. Landowne, Westport. Property: 37 Bonnie Brook Road, Westport. Amount: $1.2 million. Filed Aug. 7. Tawaih, Irene G. and Michael N. Tawaih, Stamford. Seller: Mark E. Ziegler and Linda Briceno-Ziegler, Stamford. Property: 151 Courtland Ave., Unit 2C, Stamford. Amount: $228,000. Filed Aug. 12.

Tierney, Mary A., Ridgefield. Seller: Lorette K. Trolle, Vero Beach, Fla. Property: 5 Honeysuckle Lane, Ridgefield. Amount: $162,500. Filed Aug. 14. Tiktin, Julie Freedman and Ron Tiktin, Woodcliff Lake, N.J. Seller: John J. Robinson and Marie K. Robinson, Ridgefield. Property: Parcel B, Map 6110, Ridgefield. Amount: $737,500. Filed Aug. 13. Torres, Jamilette and Juan G. Ocasio, Norwalk. Seller: Minh Pham, Norwalk. Property: 3 Mathias Court, Norwalk. Amount: $310,000. Filed Aug. 6. Tunas, Melissa A. and John Tunas, Peekskill, N.Y. Seller: Anthony M. Cuomo, Patricia A. Coumo and Nicole M. Cuomo, Danbury. Property: Lot 69, Map 336, Danbury. Amount: $269,000. Filed Aug. 12. Turner, Melanie and Sean Turner, New Milford. Seller: Katalin Wagner, Brookfield. Property: 23 Freddy’s Lane, Brookfield. Amount: $242,000. Filed Aug. 14. Valdez, Bernave, Jackson Heights, N.Y. Seller: Erik M. Hirs and Lauren M. Hirs, Stratford. Property: Lot 3, Lyric Park, Stratford. Amount: $210,000. Filed Aug. 7. Vieira, Elaine, Prudencio Vieira and Ramon Martins, Ridgefield. Seller: Citibank NA, Ridgefield. Property: 352 Florida Hill Road, Ridgefield. Amount: $309,000. Filed Aug. 4.

Wood, Lindsey Eaton and Matthew McMaster, Norwalk. Seller: Mark A. Maidique and Claudine A. Maidique, Norwalk. Property: 62 W. Norwalk Road, Norwalk. Amount: $612,500. Filed Aug. 4. Woody, Elizabeth A., Stamford. Seller: Lauren A. MacInnis, Weston. Property: 220 Riverside Ave., Unit 1, Westport. Amount: $690,000. Filed Aug. 7. Yinti, Deepa S. and Deepak Yinti, Stamford. Seller: Mejmet F. Yavuzer and Lutfiye Ugurlu, Stamford. Property: 850 Main St., Unit 209, Stamford. Amount: $772,000. Filed Aug. 13. Young, Susan T. and William B. Young, Norwalk. Seller: Douglas E. Leister and Kathryn M. Leister, Norwalk. Property: Parcel B, Map 2878, Norwalk. Amount: $1.6 million. Filed Aug. 11. Youngs, Dorothy C., Norwalk. Seller: Deborah A. Paolini-Roberts, Norwalk. Property: 296 Main Ave., Unit 11, Norwalk. Amount: $110,000. Filed Aug. 13. Zakharchuk, Larisa, Stamford. Seller: Denise Lotko and Richard A. Lotko Jr., Stamford. Property: 85 Camp Ave., Unit 7H, Stamford. Amount: $467,000. Filed Aug. 14. Zarnetske, Christia, Milford. Seller: Evelyne Waldemar, Stratford. Property: 55 Swanson Ave., Stratford. Amount: $170,000. Filed Aug. 4.

Walrath-Frame, Katherine R. and Michael Frame, Norwalk. Seller: Brian Martinez and Jamie Martinez, Norwalk. Property: Parcel F-1, Map 6398, Norwalk. Amount: $536,000. Filed Aug. 10.

Zelic, Ana and Fabio Signori, Greenwich. Seller: Slavisa Samardzija and Carla Samardzija, Wilton. Property: 10B Fairfield Ave., Greenwich. Amount: $755,000. Filed Aug. 7.

Walsh, Donna J. and Jeffrey M. walh, New Fairfield. Seller: Elaine A. Feltmate, Danbury. Property: 31 Woodcrest Lane, Danbury. Amount: $305,000. Filed Aug. 10.

Zev, Janet and Howard Zev, Westport. Seller: 5 Fragrant Pines LLC, Westport. Property: 5 Frangrant Pines, Westport. Amount: $2 million. Filed Aug. 10.

Wang, Sofia and Steve Wang, Barrington, Ill. Seller: Steve Wang, Barrington, Ill. Property: 1168 Mai St., Unit C2, Stratford. For an unknown amount paid. Filed Aug. 6.

Zhang, Shen, Norwalk. Seller: Jianjinag Li, Norwalk. Property: Unit 29 of Linden Heights, Norwalk. Amount: $100. Filed Aug. 14.

Wendt, Rosemary and Gary C. Wendt, Greenwich. Seller: Brady W. Dougan, Greenwich. Property: 35 and 39 Wilshire Road, Greenwich. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 5.

Zotter, Agnieska and Edward Zotter, Norwalk. Seller: Eric Mockler and Shirley McElhatton, Westport. Property: Lot 22, Map of Property of Mae L. Jennings, Westport. Amount: $975,000. Filed Aug. 7.

Wiberg, Alexandra and Eric T. Wiberg, Norwalk. Seller: Karen R. Wingate and Richard W. Wingate, Westport. Property: 14 Crooked Mile Road, Westport. Amount: $1.1 million. Filed Aug. 13.

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FACTS FORECLOSURES Amaral, Ricardo J., et al. Creditor: Citimortgage Inc., Calabasas, Calif. Property: 30 Ward Drive South, Danbury. Mortgage default. Filed Aug. 3. Barski III, Stanislaw, et al. Creditor: U.S. Bank NA, Miamisburg, Ohio. Property: 830 Birdseye St., Stratford. Mortgage default. Filed Aug. 3. Conceicao, Marcos Da, et al. Creditor: U.S. Bank NA, Miamisburg, Ohio. Property: 8 Edgewater Circle, Unit 11, Danbury. Delinquent common charges. Filed Aug. 3. Dasilva, Nilton P., et al. Creditor: Velocity Commercial Capital LLC, Westlake Village, Calif. Property: 51 Liberty St., Danbury. Mortgage default. Filed Aug. 10. Durkin, Tara M., et al. Creditor: Bayview Loan Servicing LLC, Coral Gables, Fla. Property: 41 Wolfpit Ave., Unit 11F, Norwalk. Delinquent common charges. Filed Aug. 11. Jaeckel, Kathleen M., et al. Creditor: National City Mortgage Co., Miamisburg, Ohio. Property: 64 Cove Ave., Norwalk. Mortgage default. Filed Aug. 7. Jones, Lawrence, et al. Creditor: JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Mendota Heights, Minn. Property: 75 Raymond St., Stratford. Mortgage default. Filed Aug. 5. Kom, Pe, et al. Creditor: Citibank NA, Sioux Falls S.D. Property: 1 Beaver Brook Road, Unit 1-40, Danbury. Delinquent common charges. Filed Aug. 4. Pennell, Gale, et al. Creditor: The Bank of New York Mellon, New York, N.Y. Property: 5 Clifford St., Norwalk. Mortgage default. Filed Aug. 6. Perkins, Mary, Creditor: Eastern Savings Bank FSB, Hunt Valley, Md. Property: Lots 31 and 32, Map 286, Norwalk. Delinquent common charges. Filed Aug. 6. Ratushnuk, Myron, et al. Creditor: Green Tree Servicing LLC, Tempe, Fla. Property: 134 Pasadena Ave., Stratford. Mortgage default. Filed Aug. 11. Sodaro, Robert J., et al. Creditor: PNC Bank NA, Miamisburg, Ohio. Property: 6 Lindenwoods Road, Norwalk. Mortgage default. Filed Aug. 13. Sterling, Maurice V., et al. Creditor: Waterfall Victoria Master Fund Ltd., New York, N.Y. Property: 146 Westville Ave., Danbury. Mortgage default. Filed Aug. 3. Sturtevant, David J., et al. Creditor: NYCB Mortgage Company LLC, Cleveland, Ohio. Property: Unit F-6 of Mallardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Landing, Norwalk. Delinquent common charges. Filed Aug. 3.

Thielen, Jane, et al. Creditor: U.S. Bank NA, Miamisburg, Ohio. Property: 18 Prospect St., Unit B1, Norwalk. Delinquent common charges. Filed Aug. 10.

JUDGMENTS Cacace, Jennifer, Brookfield. $516 in favor of the Danbury Office of Physician Services PC, Danbury, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury. Property: 12 Nancy Lane, Brookfield. Filed July 30. Carter, Robert E., Stamford. $29,424 in favor of Unifund Corp., Cincinnati, Ohio, by Tobin Melien & Marohn, New Haven. Property: 47 Horton St., Unit D, Stamford. Filed Aug. 11. Coleman, Terri, Brookfield. $747 in favor of Danbury Hospital, Danbury, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury. Property: 3 Stage Road, Brookfield. Filed July 30. Delorenzo, Robert J., Stratford. $12,591 in favor of Bank of America NA, Denver, Colo., by the Law Offices of Howard Lee Schiff PC, East Hartford. Property: 185 Sheppard St., Stratford. Filed Aug. 3. Demasi, Alfonso, Brookfield. $1,235 in favor of Danbury Hospital, Danbury, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury. Property: 122 Pocono Road, Brookfield. Filed July 30. Demasi, Alfonso, Brookfield. $3,682 in favor of New Milford Hospital, New Milford, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury. Property: 122 Pocono Road, Brookfield. Filed July 30. Dotterman, James F., Stratford. $2,743 in favor of Capital One Bank (USA) NA, Richmond, Va., by London & London, Newington. Property: 209 Reed St., Stratford. Filed Aug. 3. Fraser, Simona, Danbury. $1,207 in favor of Capital One Bank (USA) NA, Richmond, Va., by London & London, Newington. Property: 38 Ball Pond Road, Danbury. Filed Aug. 3. Fraser, Simona, Danbury. $1,317 in favor of Capital One Bank (USA) NA, Richmond, Va., by London & London, Newington. Property: 38 Ball Pond Road, Danbury. Filed Aug. 3. Globokar, Edward, et al., Stamford. $1.6 million in favor of Mirella Salemi, Brooklyn, N.Y., by Derek T. Smith Law Group PC, New York, N.Y. Property: 70 New England Drive, Stamford. Filed Aug. 14. Godfrey, Dara, Stratford. $4,522 in favor of The United Illuminating Co., New Haven, by Nair & Levin PC, Bloomfield. Property: 1355 Nichols Ave., Stratford. Filed Aug. 6. Goodrow, Darrick L., Brookfield. $3,098 in favor of Capital One Bank (USA) NA, Richmond, Va., by London & London, Newington. Property: 23A Sunset Hill Road, Brookfield. Filed July 27.

Gore, William, Stratford. $18,300 in favor of the town of Stratford, by Timothy A. Bishop, Stratford. Property: 15 Grove St., Stratford. Filed Aug. 6. Lombardi, Nicholas, Greenwich. $3,105 in favor of Midland Funding LLC, San Diego, Calif., by the Law Offices Of Howard Lee Schiff PC, East Hartford. Property: 26 Hettiefred Road, Greenwich. Filed Aug. 13. Makovoz, Albert, et al., Stamford. $2,622 in favor of The Connecticut Light and Power Co., Berlin, by Nair & Levin PC, Bloomfield. Property: 22 Perna Lane, Stamford. Filed Aug. 11.

FIGURES Smith, Hazel, Stratford. $3,243 in favor of Capital One Bank (USA) NA, Richmond, Va., by London & London, Newington. Property: 224 Mary Ave., Stratford. Filed Aug. 3. Zamani, Mehran, DDS, Stamford. $978,116 in favor of Ali Modiri DDS, South Pound Ridge, N.Y., by Brenner, Saltzman & Wallman, New Haven. Property: Long Ridge Road, White Birch Road South, Stamford. Filed Aug. 14.

LEASES

Mann, Cindy, Brookfield. $791 in favor of the Danbury Office of Physician Services PC, Danbury, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury. Property: 9 Fernbrook Drive, Brookfield. Filed July 30.

Argonaut Holdings LLC, by Mark R. Sloan. Landlord: Saugatuck Motors Inc., Fairfield. Property: 144 Railroad Ave., Greenwich. Term: 10 years, commenced July 21, 2015. Filed Aug. 7.

McDermid, Oren, Greenwich. $1,170 in favor of Greenwich Hospital, Greenwich, by Nathanson Cipriano and Gambardella PC, Hamden. Property: 53 Mead Ave., Greenwich. Filed Aug. 3.

Baldwin Holdings Inc., by George Lee-Byers. Landlord: Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport, Bridgeport. Property: 252 Hallett St., Bridgeport. Term: 98 years, commenced July 31, 2015. Filed Aug. 6.

Memoli, Louis, Brookfield. $1,380 in favor of the Danbury Office of Physician Services PC, Danbury, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury. Property: 49 Merwin Brook Road, Brookfield. Filed July 30.

Blier, Margaret C. and Brian Wilfred Blier, by self. Landlord: Stonybrook Gardens Cooperative Inc., Stratford. Property: 23 Baird Court, Stratford. Term: 3 years, commenced July 17, 2015. Filed Aug. 5.

Parks, Kristen, Brookfield. $1,549 in favor of the Danbury Office of Physician Services PC, Danbury, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury. Property: 102 Stony Hill Road, Brookfield. Filed July 30.

Coletti, Paul, by self. Landlord: Claudia Armstrong and Ross Armstrong. Property: 23 Deer Park Road, Danbury. Term: 2 years, commenced May 15, 2015. Filed Aug. 3.

Passarelli, Kristen E., Norwalk. $1,402 in favor of Standard Security Systems, Bridgeport, by Philip H. Monagan, Waterbury. Property: 105 Chestnut Hill Road, Norwalk. Filed Aug. 10.

Durcharme, Christine and Hanry Amato, by self. Landlord: Putnam Park Apartments Inc., Harrison, N.Y. Property: Apt. 28 of Putnam Park Apartments, Greenwich. Term: 35 years, commenced Aug. 6, 2015. Filed Aug. 6.

Polgano, Laura M., Brookfield. $1,149 in favor of New Milford Hospital, New Milford, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury. Property: 13 Deer Run Road, Brookfield. Filed July 30. Ruas, Christine, Stratford. $1,591 in favor of Midland Funding LLC, San Diego, Calif., by the Law Offices of Howard Lee Schiff PC, East Hartford. Property: 445 Rockwell Ave., Stratford. Filed Aug. 3. Rutowski, Grzegorz, Greenwich. $2,758 in favor of Greenwich Hospital, Greenwich, by Nathanson Cipriano and Gambardella PC, Hamden. Property: 203 S. Water St., Greenwich. Filed Aug. 3. Serna, Carolina, Stamford. $6,877 in favor of Cavalry SPV I LLC, Valhalla, N.Y., by Tobin Melien & Marohn, New Haven. Property: 1400 Bedford St., Stamford. Filed Aug. 11. Smith, Cora Lee and Ricky Smith, Brookfield. $595 in favor of Danbury Hospital, Danbury, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury. Property: 20 Meadow Brook Road, Brookfield. Filed July 30.

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Figueroa, Soraya, by Mary Beth Rapice, Bridgeport. Landlord: Success Village Apartments Inc., Bridgeport. Property: 164 Court D, Building 64, Stratford. Term: 39 years, commenced August 4, 2015. Filed Aug. 5. Lord & Taylor LLC, by Therea Gladstein. Landlord: LT Westfarms Leasehold LLC, et al. Property: 7 Backus Ave., Danbury. Term: 20 years, commenced July 22, 2015. Filed Aug. 5. Saks Fifth Avenue LLC, by Brian Pall. Landlord: 20 East Elm Street LLC, Greenwich. Property: 20 E. Elm St., Greenwich. Term: 30 years, commenced July 30, 2015. Filed Aug. 12.

LIENS

FEDERAL TAX LIENSFILED B & G Marina Inc., P.O. Box 159, Norwalk. $7,262, payroll taxes and quarterly payroll taxes. Filed Aug. 4.

Caruso, Rhonda L. and Andrew S. Caruso, 60 Arlington Road, Norwalk. $36,699, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 14.

Travers, Sarah S. and Edward G. Travers, 93 Easton Road, Westport. $97,028, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 4.

Dominguez, Joseph F., 84 Oak Ridge St., Apt. 1N, Greenwich. $14,382, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 12.

Vancho, John P., 85 Old Long Ridge Road, Stamford. $17,427, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 12.

Environmental Care LLC, 15 Greenfarms Road, Westport. $67,829, quarterly payroll taxes. Filed Aug. 11. Esposito, Verna, 112 E. Elm St., Greenwich. $6,580, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 12. Fallone, John, 865 High Ridge Road, Unit 5, Stamford. $142,107, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 12. Gordon, Yvonne, 20 Plymouth Drive, Apt. 2, Stamford. $41,557, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 12. Grasso Companies LLC, 314 Wilson Ave., Norwalk. $12,426, heavy highway vehicle tax and quarterly payroll taxes. Filed Aug. 11. Jezierski, Deborah and Jefim Jezierski, 11 Dandy Drive, Greenwich. $17,264, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 12. Kratzman III, Teresa and Emil A. Kratzman, 544 North St., Greenwich. $139,671, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 3. Logic Network Solutions Inc., 1425 Bedford St., Apt. 4D, Stamford. $11,278, quarterly payroll taxes. Filed Aug. 12. McKenna, Edgar, 15 Broad St., Danbury. $30,858, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 11. Morrie Marinos Waterworks Inc., P.O. Box 3327, Westport. $13,497, payroll taxes and quarterly payroll taxes. Filed Aug. 4. Morrie Marinos Waterworks Inc., P.O. Box 3327, Norwalk. $13,497, payroll taxes and quarterly payroll taxes. Filed Aug. 4. Nelson, Susan O. and John R. Nelson, 597 Westport Ave., Unit C356, Norwalk. $3,438, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 4. Noroton Service Station Inc., 1095 Long Ridge Road, Stamford. $26,221, quarterly payroll taxes and payroll taxes. Filed Aug. 12. Puccio, Kathleen and Thomas P. Puccio, 666 Summer St., Stamford. $19,165, payroll taxes. Filed Aug. 12. Swift, Steven J., 3000 Island Blvd., Apt. 2001, Norwalk. $107,900, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 4. Tile Shop Inc., 5 Danbury Road, Ridgefield. $32,003, corporate income taxes. Filed Aug. 3.

Vancho, John P., 85 Old Long Ridge Road, Stamford. $35,976, quarterly payroll taxes, payroll taxes and 6721 Tax. Filed Aug. 12.

FEDERAL TAX LIENSRELEASED Brown, Deena M. and Philip W. Brown Jr., 4 Rolling Lane, Norwalk. $30,908, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 4. Burlington Operating Group Inc., 733 Summer St., Suite 501, Stamford. $1,433, quarterly payroll taxes. Filed Aug. 12. Carroll Lowe Inc., 724 Danbury Road, Ridgefield. $27,534, quarterly payroll taxes. Filed Aug. 3. Friedman, Karen A., 8234 Avalon Valley Drive, Danbury. $6,622, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 3. Glickman, Vanessa C. and Jonn H. Glickman, 543 Stanwich Road, Greenwich. $52,641, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 4. Glickman, Vanessa C. and Jonn H. Glickman, 543 Stanwich Road, Greenwich. $67,342, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 4. Glickman, Vanessa C. and Jonn H. Glickman, 543 Stanwich Road, Greenwich. $320,585, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 4. Kinkead, Alex, 126 Woodside Green, Apt. 3C, Stamford. $299,133, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 12. Kish, Julia, 1110 Chapel St., Stratford. $24,058, failure to collect or pay tax penalty. Filed Aug. 13. Kish, Julia, 1110 Chapel St., Stratford. $25,140, failure to collect or pay tax penalty. Filed Aug. 13. Kish, Julia, 1110 Chapel St., Stratford. $21,303, failure to collect or pay tax penalty. Filed Aug. 13. Lust, Lawrence W., 150 1/2 Whisconier Road, Brookfield. $6,202, a tax debt on income earned. Filed July 28. Lynne, Jennifer Beth and Jared D. Lynne, 4 Blacksmith Ridge Road, Ridgefield. $91,258, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 11. Miller, Julie Dillon Ripley, 6 McKendry Court, Norwalk. $1.9 million, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 13.

FACTS Powers, Pamela and Peter J. Finley, 19 Broad St., Westport. $70,808, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 4. Powers, Pamela and Peter J. Finley, 19 Broad St., Westport. $33,489, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 4. Powers, Pamela and Peter J. Finley, 19 Broad St., Westport. $42,152, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 4. Powers, Pamela and Peter J. Finley, 19 Broad St., Westport. $1,963, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 4. Springer, Kristine L. and Patrick Blake, 23 Clapboard Ridge Road, Greenwich. $39,968, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Aug. 3. Success Systems Inc., P.O. Box 2457, Stamford. $24,314, quarterly payroll taxes. Filed Aug. 12. Top Transportation LLC, 28 Bungalow Park, Stamford. $35,522, quarterly payroll taxes and payroll taxes. Filed Aug. 12. Top Transportation LLC, 28 Bungalow Park, Stamford. $8,413, quarterly payroll taxes. Filed Aug. 12. Westport Music Center LLC, 1460 Post Road East, Westport. $17,181, quarterly payroll taxes. Filed Aug. 4.

MECHANIC’S LIENSFILED 151 Milbank LLC, Greenwich. Filed by Paul’s Marble Depot LLC, by Thomas J. Heagney, Greenwich. Property: 151 Milbank Ave., Greenwich. Amount: $28,156. Filed Aug. 14. Diamond Builders LLC, Waterbury. Filed by Gillis Construction LLC, Trumbull, by John M. Gillis. Property: 17 Logging Trail Lane, Brookfield. Amount: $62,040. Filed July 28. Difabio, Sandra and Bruno Difabio, Ridgefield. Filed by Pools by Murphy LLC, Durham, by Richard Murphy. Property: 3 Kendra Court, Ridgefield. Amount: $61,571. Filed Aug. 3. Ivy Putnam Property LLC, Greenwich. Filed by Solid Development Group Inc., Parsippany, N.J., by Eamon Loughran. Property: 41 W. Putnam Ave., Greenwich. Amount: $8,268. Filed Aug. 12. Pen Building Company LLC, New Canaan. Filed by Michelle Hogue, Westport, by Michael J. Levanthal. Property: 163 Compo Road South, Westport. Amount: $27,000. Filed Aug. 10.

Terrell, Anthony J., Greenwich. Filed by L & M Company, Port Chester, N.Y., by Manuel Nieto. Property: 101 Oneida Drive, Greenwich. Amount: $8,264. Filed Aug. 10. Wales, Grace L. and Michael Wales, Greenwich. Filed by Mantz Construction LLC, Westport, by Timothy M. Mantz. Property: Parsonage Road, Greenwich. Amount: $146,735. Filed Aug. 4.

MECHANIC’S LIENSRELEASED BRT Barnbeck Place, Brookfield. Released by Habitat Mason Construction LLC, by Sal Scata. Property: Lot 4, Map 1025, Brookfield. Amount: $20,000. Filed Aug. 5. Candlewood Lake Station Inc., Brookfield. Released by Concord Construction Inc., Kent, by John A. Nelson. Property: 330 Candlewood Lake Road, Brookfield. Amount: $48,529. Filed Aug. 7. JKLR LLC, Greenwich. Released by Kramer Lane Construction LLC, Weston, by Zbigniew Surowiec. Property: 112 Indian Head Road, Greenwich. Amount: $175,000. Filed Aug. 10. Schlanger, Lorraine and Alan Schlanger, Westport. Released by Levco Tech Inc., Norwalk, by Philip Levene. Property: 5 Berkeley Place, Westport. Amount: $1,796. Filed Aug. 3.

LIS PENDENS 405 West Main LLC, et al., Stamford. Filed by Dale M. Clayton, Hartford, for CFS-4 IV LLC, Fairport, N.Y. Property: 405 West St., Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $600,000, dated July 2005. Filed Aug. 11. Aloupis, William, et al., Stamford. Filed by Marinosci Law Group PC, Warwick, R.I., for Nationstar Mortgage LLC, Lewisville, Texas. Property: Lot 99, Map 8277, Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount. Dated February 2011. Filed Aug. 10. Arias, Rafael A., et al., Norwalk. Filed by Hunt, Leibert & Jacobsen PC, Hartford, for JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Columbus, Ohio. Property: 5 Hillwood Place, Norwalk. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $450,000, dated March 2006. Filed Aug. 10. Barr, Allison A. and Dean S. Barr, et al., Greenwich. Filed by Locke Lord LLP, Hartford, for Bank of America NA, Charlotte, N.C. Property: 15 Cedarwood Drive, Greenwich. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $3.9 million, dated March 2003. Filed Aug. 13.

FIGURES

Beirne, John P., et al., Danbury. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Columbus, Ohio. Property: 7 Great Meadow Road, Danbury. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $325,344, dated February 2011. Filed Aug. 13.

Finch, George, et al., Stratford. Filed by Cicchetti, Tansley & McGrath LLP, Waterbury, for Connecticut Housing Finance Authority. Property: 155 Short Beach Road, Unit 210B, Stratford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $150,350, dated April 2007. Filed Aug. 4.

Blancato, Richard T., et al., Greenwich. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Bank of America NA, Charlotte, N.C. Property: 442 Riversville Road, Greenwich. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $1.8 million, dated May 2008. Filed Aug. 6.

Howell, Michael, Stratford. Filed by Hunt, Leibert & Jacobsen PC, Hartford, for HSBC Bank USA NA, Buffalo, N.Y. Property: 1356 Elm St., Stratford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $200,000, dated November 2007. Filed Aug. 10.

Calzati, Georgette, et al., Stratford. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Hudson City Savings Bank, Yonkers, N.Y. Property: 89 Allen St., Stratford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $200,000, dated May 2007. Filed Aug. 12.

Hufnagel, Erik L., et al., Norwalk. Filed by O’Connell, Attmore & Morris LLC, Hartford, for M&T Bank, New York, N.Y. Property: 208 Flax Hill I Road, Unit 32, Norwalk. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $200,547, dated February 2013. Filed Aug. 3.

Carabillo, Christina M., et al., Brookfield. Filed by Leopold & Associates, Stamford, for U.S. Bank NA, trustee, Salt Lake City, Utah. Property: 793-14 Federal Road, Lot 18, Brookfield. Action: to foreclose on a condominium lien for delinquent common charges and assessments and take immediate possession of the premises. Filed July 20. Carroll, Kim, et al., Stratford. Filed by Green and Gross PC, Bridgeport, for Caring 4 U LLC. Property: 2016 Huntington Road, Stratford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount. Dated January 2015. Filed Aug. 5. Chacho, Luis A., et al., Danbury. Filed by Leopold & Associates, Stamford, for Ocwen Loan Servicing LLC. Property: 13 Purcell Drive, Danbury. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $342,000, dated December 2006. Filed Aug. 13. Connolly, Debra and Daniel Connolly, Stamford. Filed by Goldman, Gruder & Woods LLC, Norwalk, for Hudson City Savings Bank, Yonkers, N.Y. Property: 46 Wildwood Road, Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $1.2 million, dated May 2011. Filed Aug. 10. D’Arcangelo Jr., Saverio, et al., Brookfield. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Deutsche Bank National Trust Co., Salt Lake City, Utah. Property: 6 D’Arcangelo Drive, Brookfield. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $875,000, dated October 2006. Filed July 21. DaSilva, Daniel D., Danbury. Filed by Hunt, Leibert & Jacobsen PC, Hartford, for Pingora Loan Servicing LLC. Property: 6 Benson Drive, Danbury. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $251,322, dated May 2014. Filed Aug. 10.

Isler, Jacqueline, et al., Stratford. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Deutsche Bank National Trust Co., Salt Lake City, Utah. Property: 148 King St., Stratford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $263,500, dated August 2004. Filed Aug. 5. Kiernan, Elizabeth and James T. Kiernan, Greenwich. Filed by Goldman, Gruder & Woods LLC, Norwalk, for Hudson City Savings Bank, Yonkers, N.Y. Property: 25 The Ridgeway, Greenwich. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $2.4 million, dated April 2011. Filed Aug. 10. L & B Remodeling LLC, Westport, by Anthony J. LaBella. Lender: Westport Glass Company Inc., Westport. Property: 1026 Post Road East, Westport. Action: to foreclose on a mechanic’s lien and take immediate possession of the property. Dated May 2015. Filed Aug. 3. Lavalette, Stephen J., et al., Stamford. Filed by Hunt, Leibert & Jacobsen PC, Hartford, for U.S. Bank NA, trustee, Salt Lake City, Utah. Property: 252 Courtland Ave., Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $461,600, dated February 2006. Filed Aug. 12. Lawes, Vernal, et al., Stamford. Filed by Mark Sank & Associates LLC, Stamford, for Westgate Condominium Association Inc., Stamford. Property: Unit D-7 of Westgate Condominium, Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a condominium lien for delinquent common charges and assessments and take immediate possession of the premises. Filed Aug. 13. Lawrence, Robert M., et al., Norwalk. Filed by Marinosci Law Group PC, Warwick, R.I., for Wilmington Savings Fund Society. Property: Parcel A-1, Map 8069, Norwalk. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $333,700, dated March 2004. Filed Aug. 13.

Lopez, Patricia, et al., Monroe. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Bank of America NA, Charlotte, N.C. Property: 2 Brushy Court, Monroe. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $331,381, dated January 2011. Filed Aug. 7. Mastri, Albert M., et al., Trumbull. Filed by Hunt, Leibert & Jacobsen PC, Hartford, for JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Columbus, Ohio. Property: 68 Bonnie View Drive, Trumbull. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $369,000, dated February 2007. Filed Aug. 6. Ortiz, Luis D., Stratford. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Wells Fargo Bank NA, Frederick, Md. Property: 65 Lyncrest Drive, Stratford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $244,637, dated August 2011. Filed Aug. 4. Ouzin, Abdellah, et al., Brookfield. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Wells Fargo Bank NA, Frederick, Md. Property: 8 Bayberry Drive, Brookfield. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $341,696, dated April 2010. Filed Aug. 6. Perry, Cheryl M., et al., Danbury. Filed by The Witherspoon Law Offices, Farmington, for Wells Fargo Bank NA, Frederick, Md. Property: 3 Haley St., Danbury. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $225,000, dated May 2005. Filed Aug. 4. Smolinski, Deborah and Peter A. Smolinski, et al., Stamford. Filed by Ackerly & Ward, Stamford, for Wellington Manor Association Inc., Stamford. Property: 17 Dale St., Unit 6, Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a condominium lien for delinquent common charges and assessments and take immediate possession of the premises. Filed Aug. 10. Soriano, Hector R., et al., Stratford. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for HSBC Bank USA NA, Buffalo, N.Y. Property: 253 Henry Ave., Stratford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $260,000, dated March 2007. Filed Aug. 10. Stanziele, Fred, et al., Danbury. Filed by Hunt, Leibert & Jacobsen PC, Hartford, for JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Columbus, Ohio. Property: 14 Benson Drive, Danbury. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $225,000, dated May 2012. Filed Aug. 5. Trigas, Maria, et al., Stamford. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Reverse Mortgage Solutions Inc., Spring, Texas. Property: 1447 High Ridge Road, Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount. Dated October 2011. Filed Aug. 13.

Verides, Lourdes Tila, et al., Norwalk. Filed by Frankel & Berg, Norwalk, for Pine Street Studios Condominium. Property: 32 Pine St., Unit 2-6B, Norwalk. Action: to foreclose on a condominium lien for delinquent common charges and assessments and take immediate possession of the premises. Filed Aug. 11. Wielgolaski, Ewa and Robert Wielgolaski, Greenwich. Filed by Goldman, Gruder & Woods LLC, Norwalk, for Hudson City Savings Bank, Yonkers, N.Y. Property: 39 Bedford Road, Greenwich. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $2.2 million, dated November 2010. Filed Aug. 10. Wilson, Janie M., et al., Stamford. Filed by Hunt, Leibert & Jacobsen PC, Hartford, for Cit Bank NA Property: 58 Fairfield Ave., Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $544,185, dated August 2007. Filed Aug. 12. Zaccagnini, Michael, et al., Brookfield. Filed by Hunt, Leibert & Jacobsen PC, Hartford, for CMG Mortgage Inc. Property: 25 Hillside Circle, Brookfield. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $210,826, dated July 2013. Filed July 23.

MORTGAGES 15 Bauer LLC, Westport, by James R. Devito. Lender: FBA Bridge Lending LLC, Quincy, Mass. Property: 15 Bauer Place, Westport. Amount: $1.1 million. Filed Aug. 3. 18 Sheehan Avenue LLC, Norwalk, by Jonathan S. Teed. Lender: TD Bank NA, Cherry Hill, N.J. Property: 16 Sheehan Ave., Norwalk. Amount: $620,374. Filed Aug. 3. 2 Remer Street LLC, Bridgeport, by David R. Wells. Lender: Fairfield County Bank, Ridgefield. Property: 125 Bruce Ave., Stratford. Amount: $2 million. Filed Aug. 6. 25 Westfair LLC, Fairfield, by Harold Platz. Lender: FBA Bridge Lending LLC, Quincy, Mass. Property: 25 Westfair Lane, Westport. Amount: $937,500. Filed Aug. 11. 351 Round Hill Road Associates LLC, New York, N.Y., by Barry Klarberg. Lender: City National Bank, New York, N.Y. Property: 351 Round Hill Road, Greenwich. Amount: $670,000. Filed Aug. 12. 421 Field Point LLC, Greenwich, by Andrew Milgram. Lender: Fieldpoint Private Bank & Trust, Greenwich. Property: 421 Field Point Road, Greenwich. Amount: $3.9 million. Filed Aug. 3. 599 Landlord LLC, Greenwich, by Scott A. Dahnke. Lender: Bankwell Bank, New Canaan. Property: 599 W. Putnam Ave., Greenwich. Amount: $20.5 million. Filed Aug. 6.

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FACTS 644 W. Putnam Owner LLC, Greenwich, by John Fareri. Lender: Bank of America NA, Houston, Texas. Property: 644 W. Putnam Ave., Greenwich. Amount: $26.6 million. Filed Aug. 13. 65 Bruce Park Avenue LLC, Stamford, by Debra Hess. Lender: Bank of America NA, Houston, Texas. Property: 65 Bruce Park Ave., Greenwich. Amount: $523,000. Filed Aug. 13. 67 Holly Hill LLC, Greenwich, by Sohrab Sy Aryeh. Lender: Ladder Capital Finance LLC, New York, N.Y. Property: 67 Holly Hill Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $5.4 million. Filed Aug. 7.

Norwalk Property LLC, Norwalk, by Hugo Salazar. Lender: MMP Holdings LLC, Guilford. Property: Lots 37 and 38, Maps 54 and 134, Norwalk. Amount: $165,000. Filed Aug. 5. Ponderosa Valley Property LLC, Greenwich, by Martin S. Sands. Lender: Jeffries Loancore LLC, Greenwich. Property: 15 Valley Drive, Greenwich. Amount: $13.5 million. Filed Aug. 6. River Lane LLC, Fairfield, by Ellen P. Sepe. Lender: FBA Bridge Lending LLC, Quincy, Mass. Property: 7 River Lane, Westport. Amount: $1.1 million. Filed Aug. 3.

80 Sand Pit Road LLC, Danbury, by Glenn M. Croker Jr. Lender: Fairfield County Bank, Ridgefield. Property: 78 Sandpit Road, Danbury. Amount: $152,000. Filed Aug. 11.

River Road Development LLC, Greenwich, by Howard Winklevoss. Lender: Mianus Marine Inc., New Canaan. Property: 143 River Road, Greenwich. Amount: $2 million. Filed Aug. 4.

Cagranick Holdings LLC, Danbury, by Joseph L. Yorio. Lender: P.J. of Connecticut Inc., Danbury. Property: 9 Dogwood Drive, Danbury. Amount: $650,000. Filed Aug. 12.

RPM Homes LLC, Norwalk, by Daniel P. Raposo. Lender: Raymond C. Green Funding LLC, Boston, Mass. Property: Lot 7, Map 4774, Norwalk. Amount: $875,000. Filed Aug. 7.

Colby D LLC, Danbury, by Noel C. Roy. Lender: Michael Dimyan, Newtown. Property: 166 Old Brookfield Road, Unit 19-2, Danbury. Amount: $150,000. Filed Aug. 4.

Sono Capital LLC, Norwalk, by Brandt Behr. Lender: Fieldpoint Private Bank & Trust, Greenwich. Property: 67 Highland Ave., Norwalk. Amount: $248,000. Filed Aug. 5.

CPP 31 Heustd Drive LLC, Stamford, by Richard J. Saunders. Lender: First Republic Bank, San Francisco, Calif. Property: 31 Heusted Drive, Greenwich. Amount: $1.8 million. Filed Aug. 11.

Taylor Avon LLC, Boston, Mass., by David J. Anderson. Lender: Endeavor Capital Finance LLC, Boston, Mass. Property: 40 Mohawk Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $996,000. Filed Aug. 4.

GSG Management LLC, by Thomas Pacello. Lender: Newtown Capital Partners LLC, Brookfield. Property: 304 Federal Road, Units L15 and L16, Brookfield. Amount: $50,000. Filed Aug. 7. Guerrero’s Farm LLC, Danbury, by Max Guerrero. Lender: Elysee Properties LLC, New York. Property: 129-131 S. King St., Danbury. Amount: $550,000. Filed Aug. 13. ILSR Owners LLC, Port Chester, N.Y., by Kenneth W. Olson. Lender: MC Credit LLC, New York, N.Y. Property: 83 Wall St., 97 Wall St. and 21, 23 and 31 Isaac St., Norwalk. Amount: $5.8 million. Filed Aug. 3. Jenn Realty LLC, Harrison, N.Y., by Roy Stillman. Lender: Sterling National Bank, Yonkers, N.Y. Property: 125 Greenwich Ave., Greenwich. Amount: $7 million. Filed Aug. 4. Music House LLC, by Alexai Gorichev. Lender: Goldman Sachs Bank USA, New York, N.Y. Property: 53 Lower Cross St., Greenwich. Amount: $5.3 million. Filed Aug. 12.

TLC Real Estate LLC, Danbury, by Robert A. Ellis. Lender: Fairfield County Bank, Ridgefield. Property: 90 and 91 Commerce Drive, Brookfield. Amount: $1.4 million. Filed Aug. 3. Two Sand Cut Road LLC, Phoenix, Ariz., by Richard Monastero. Lender: Wells Fargo Bank NA, Frederick, Md. Property: 2 Sand Cut Road, Brookfield. Amount: $160,000. Filed Aug. 13. VIII-HII-Segar Street LLC, et al., Danbury, by Ruby Huang. Lender: Bank of America NA, Houston, Texas. Property: 22 Segar St., Danbury. Amount: $25 million. Filed Aug. 13. Windy Knoll LLC, Stamford, by Anthony Kolich. Lender: Windy Fund Associates, White Plains, N.Y. Property: 42 Windy Knolls, Greenwich. Amount: $750,000. Filed Aug. 7.

NEW BUSINESSES 3WG Specialty Paper, 23 Old Kings Highway, Greenwich 06870, c/o Chunhua Li. Filed Aug. 3. Acuna Construction, 1412 Hope St., Stamford 06907, c/o Jonathan Acuna. Filed Aug. 3.

Ajvilleda Landscaping, 80 West Ave., Stamford 06902, c/o Alberto Villeda. Filed Aug. 11. Alberto Martinez, 54 Hillcrest Park Road, Greenwich 06870, c/o Alberto Martinez. Filed Aug. 11. Alpena Masonry LLC, 6 New Bridge Road, Brookfield 06804, c/o Ali F. Pena and Norma Castillo. Filed Aug. 13. Atlantis Limousine Service, 175 High Park Ave., Stratford 06615, c/o Raul A. Salcedo. Filed Aug. 12. Avon Limousine Worldwide, 2385 Main St., Suite 11, Stratford 06615, c/o Johel Cherival. Filed Aug. 3. B.I.G. Cleaning Co., 125 Prospect St., Apt. 5E, Stamford 06901, c/o German Lopez. Filed Aug. 3. Berisha’s Cleaning Service, 28 Webb Ave., Stamford 06902, c/o Florim Berisha. Filed Aug. 3.

FIGURES Donna’s Inspired English Language Academy, 62 1/2 Taylor Ave., Norwalk 06854, c/o Donna V. RogersJones. Filed Aug. 7.

Love Legacy Chapel International, 51 Van Zant St., Norwalk 06855, c/o Suzette Tubi and Jenrola Tubi. Filed July 31.

Dosee Cleaning Service, 3 Suncrest Road, Norwalk 06854, c/o Paul Heudly and Paul Annie. Filed Aug. 11.

M&M Gourmet, 67 Newtown Road, Danbury 06810, c/o Linh Phu. Filed Aug. 6.

El Latinoamericano, 24 Betts Ave., Apt. 1, Stamford 06902, c/o Atilio Albitres. Filed Aug. 7.

Marisa Curlen Scholarship Fund, 133 E. Putnam Ave., Greenwich 06807, c/o Kate Truesdell. Filed Aug. 12.

Ewies Drapery and Uphostery, 40 Wall St., Norwalk 06850, c/o Ewart G. Thompson. Filed Aug. 5.

McKinley, 12 McKinley St., Norwalk 06853, c/o Chris Gorman and Michelle Morfitt. Filed Aug. 4.

Flip Flop Shops, 705 Shippan Ave., Stamford 06902, c/o Karen Breault. Filed Aug. 5.

Mill Street Bar & Table, 230 Mill St., Greenwich 06831, c/o Geoffrey Lazlo. Filed Aug. 10.

Functional Therapy Clinic of Stratford, 2505 Main St., Suite 204A, Stratford 06615, c/o Functional Concepts LLC. Filed Aug. 12.

Modern Barbershop, 2304 Barnum Ave., Stratford 06615, c/o Tio Montalvo. Filed Aug. 10.

Scion of Stamford, 909 E. Main St., Stamford 06902, c/o Leon Gjoni. Filed Aug. 6. Shanell’s Studio, 15 Backus Ave., Danbury 06811, c/o Shanell M. Barnes. Filed Aug. 12. Sound Affects, 299 Greens Farm, Westport 06880, c/o Mona Jhaveri. Filed Aug. 11. Stamford Polytechnic, 71 Wood Ridge Drive, Stamford 06905, c/o Zhanna Williams. Filed Aug. 5. Tai Halal Meat Market, 60 Connecticut Ave., Norwalk 06850, c/o Tujaddin S. Saiyed and Swaroopa Tigulla. Filed Aug. 3. The Country Corner, 21 Meetinghouse Terrace, Brookfield, c/o Cherie Thompson and Michael Thompson. Filed July 28.

Green Legacy, 7 Hoyt St., Danbury 06810, c/o Jasson Arias. Filed Aug. 10.

Morales Landscaping Co., 223 Knickerbocker Ave., Stamford 06902, c/o Elmer A. Morales. Filed Aug. 11.

Hat City Clothing and Print Shop LLC, 6 Ives St., Danbury 06810, c/o Devang Patel. Filed Aug. 6.

My Salon Suite, 27 High Ridge Road, Stamford 06902, c/o JJSS High Ridge Road. Filed Aug. 14.

Hollywood Standard, 26 Saint Claire Ave., Greenwich 06870, c/o Mason Amato. Filed Aug. 3.

Nancy’s Catering Service, 19 Woodrow St., Stamford 06902, c/o Nancy Paola Martinez. Filed Aug. 10.

Housaku Asian Fusion, 317 Federal Road, Unit D-2, Brookfield 06804, c/o Tian Ru Chen. Filed Aug. 13.

Natural Health Service, 22 Long Ridge Road, Stamford 06902, c/o Nyon Cha Stigers. Filed Aug. 4.

Brownstone Restoration Inclusive, 7 Highland Farm Road, Greenwich 06831, c/o Nicholas Spyreas. Filed Aug. 10.

JJ Roofing & Home Remodeling, 14 Home Court, Stamford 06902, c/o Raul V. Jara. Filed Aug. 11.

Oriental Brush Artist, 12 Nutmeg Drive, Greenwich 06831, c/o Carola DeNigris. Filed Aug. 11.

Brownstone Restoration, 7 Highland Farm Road, Greenwich 06831, c/o Nicholas Spyreas. Filed Aug. 10.

JMAC, 80 Spruce St., Apt 6G, Stamford 06902, c/o Jean Maxime Alabre. Filed Aug. 4.

Parilla Bar & Grill LLC, 5 White St., Danbury 06810, c/o Gaber F. Cruz. Filed Aug. 4.

Christian Pentecost Church, 75 Selleck St., Stamford 06902, c/o Rusdvel Porras. Filed Aug. 12.

Joseph Empire Cuts, 267 Greenwich Ave., Stamford 06902, c/o Antonio Mattei and Jose Arreaga. Filed Aug. 5.

Passion Petsitting, 89 Canaan Court, Building 83, Apt. 25, Stratford 06614, c/o Elizabeth Paliwada. Filed Aug. 4.

Copper Flashing Specialist, 34 Allview Ave., Norwalk 06854, c/o Jose R. Sumba. Filed Aug. 11.

Katia, 614 W. Ave., Norwalk 06850, c/o Henri Gargon LLC. Filed Aug. 10.

Paul Smith Salon, 515 West Ave., Norwalk 06850, c/o Paul Smith. Filed Aug. 14.

Crater Publishers-Ediciones Del Craters LLC, 9 Riversville Road, Apt. 3, Greenwich 06831, c/o Jaime A. Gonzalez-Ocana. Filed Aug. 12.

Kay Chemical International, 26 Pocono Point Road, Danbury 06811, c/o Gregory Alfredo and Marie Alfredo. Filed Aug. 13.

Penny’s Pools & Spas, 72 Fort Point St., Norwalk 06855, c/o Dosus Inc. Filed Aug. 7.

Sucre Sale, 109 Danbury Road, Unit L2, Ridgefield 06877, c/o Frank R. Bonnaudet. Permit no. LCA.0007717. Filed Aug. 5.

Danbury Conservatorship Services, 36 High Ridge Road, Danbury 06810, c/o Andrew Avetmore. Filed Aug. 6.

Kelly Walters, 347 Oaklawn Ave., Stamford 06905, c/o Kelly Walters. Filed Aug. 11.

Piotr Kania Carpentry, 49 Elmcroft Road, Apt. 2, Stamford 06902, c/o Piotr Kania. Filed Aug. 3.

The Sitting Duck, 3694 Main St., Stratford 06615, c/o William A. Dasilva. Permit no. LIR.0018386. Filed Aug. 12.

Kmad Construction, 18 Avenue B., Apt. 2, Norwalk 06854, c/o Griselda K. Tobar-Ramirez. Filed Aug. 4.

Roadie Cup, 16 Scribner Ave., Norwalk 06854, c/o Joanne Gray. Filed Aug. 14.

La Constenita, 4 Division St., Danbury 06810, c/o Erica A. Benitez. Filed Aug. 6.

Sabatica LLC, 30 Glenbrook Road, Unit 10F, Stamford 06902, c/o Christine A. Dorvil. Filed Aug. 3.

Bill Dayek Painting, 300 Flax Hill Road, Unit 6, Norwalk 06854, c/o William J. Daley. Filed Aug. 11. Blown Away Hair Salon, 791 E. Main St., Stamford 06902, c/o Dominican Girls LLC. Filed Aug. 14. BQ Styles, 51 Forest Ave., Unit 99, Greenwich, c/o Barbara Quinlan. Filed Aug. 6.

Deloux Nail Salon, 1030 Stratford Ave., Stratford 06615, c/o Mai Tran and Tam Nguyen. Filed Aug. 13. DL Contracting, 94 Diaz St., Stamford 06902, c/o Darlin Lazo. Filed Aug. 10.

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Toyota of Stamford, 20 Myrtle Ave., Stamford 06902, c/o William McKale. Filed Aug. 6. Toyota of Stamford, 909 E. Main St., Stamford 06902, c/o Leon Gjoni. Filed Aug. 6.

NEW LIQUOR LICENSES Acapulco’s Mexican Family Restaurant, 2419 Main St., Stratford 06615, c/o David F. Brambila. Permit no. LIR.0016462. Filed Aug. 10. Barnium Discount Liquor Store, 2248 Barnum Ave., Stratford 06615, c/o Tony Y. Makari. Permit no. LIP.0013385. Filed Aug. 4. Hong Kong Café LLC, 3580 Main St., Stratford 06615, c/o Chuen Chuen Wong. Permit no. LRW.0003880. Filed Aug. 12. Little Pub, 59 Ethan Allen Highway, Ridgefield 06877, c/o Lars A. Anderson. Permit no. LCA.0007094. Filed Aug. 5.

BUSINESS CONNECTIONS ECONOMY

EVENTS

Connecticut Jobs Improve, So Do Competitors

onnecticut is having a strong summer for jobs, with the state gaining 4,100 jobs in July, including 3,000 in the private sector. Our unemployment rate, says the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, is now 5.4%, just above the national rate of 5.3%. CBIA economist Pete Gioia said the latest report contains “a lot of good news” for Connecticut, especially with the state’s private sector now having recovered 97% (108,000 of 111,600) jobs lost during the recession.

The Connecticut Department of Labor says that, in dropping three-tenths of a point, the state’s unemployment rate is the lowest it has been since May 2008 and a full percentage point less than in July 2014. Six of the state’s 10 major industry sectors added jobs, led by the business and professional services sector, with 2,700. Others gaining included: f Education and health services (1,600 jobs)

ames Baxter, Senior Vice President Development, U.S., at Boehringer Ingelheim, delivers the keynote address at our annual fall economic event.

f Financial activities (1,100)

But we’re not alone.

f Government (1,000)

“Connecticut is certainly recovering, and we seem to be accelerating somewhat,” said Gioia, “but we’re not alone in that other states still seem to be outperforming us.”

f Manufacturing (600)

Hear about the challenges and opportunities for Connecticut’s biopharma industry and get fresh insights from leading economists and workforce development specialists on:

f Other services (100)

f What’s driving (and deflecting) business investment in Connecticut

For example, Massachusetts gained 7,200 jobs in July and the state’s unemployment rate is 4.7%. Our 5.4% rate is tied with New York (which added 19,300 private-sector jobs), Florida (added 13,700 private-sector jobs), and Pennsylvania (added 8,000 private-sector jobs). Overall, Connecticut’s unemployment rate continues to be higher than every New England state except Rhode Island (5.8%). New Hampshire improved to 3.7% in July, and Maine also dipped, to 4.6%. Vermont, meanwhile, held its third-best-in-the-U.S. unemployment rate at 3.6%. Connecticut has added 30,600 jobs year-over-year, and the state is now at 85.7% in jobs recovered since the great recession.

f When the Fed will raise interest rates f The financial crises in Greece and China and the increasing value of the dollar f Connecticut’s housing outlook f Projected growth of the state’s aerospace and defense industries f New efforts to expand and strengthen the state’s urban workforce We’ll also release results of the 2015 Survey of Connecticut Businesses. Sponsored by BlumShapiro and UIL Holdings.

Sectors in which jobs declined included construction and mining, information, leisure and hospitality, and trade, transportation and utilities. Job gains also were uneven across the state, with greater Hartford and lower Fairfield counties performing the best in July, gaining 3,500 and 2,600 jobs, respectively. However, New Haven, and the Norwich-New London areas lost jobs, while greater Danbury was unchanged.

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