Westfair Business Journal - January 26, 2026

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What do Fairfield residents want in a first selectperson?

By Gary Larkin / glarkin@westfairinc.com

FAIRFIELD – What does a town like Fairfield that is mostly white, has a household income over $168,000 and owns a home worth more than $700,000 want in their first selectperson? That’s a question most of the nearly 62,000 residents thought they answered in 2023 during the municipal general election.

But as fate would have it, their choice – Bill Gerber – tragically died from a brain tumor less than two years into his fouryear term. According to the town charter, that opened up the Democratically held seat for a special election that is slated for Tuesday, Feb. 3. And now the new incumbent Christine Vitale – handpicked by Gerber before his death in June 2025 – faces Republican state Sen. Tony Hwang after the latter successfully gathered enough signatures to force the vote. In a debate sponsored by the

League of Women Voters of Fairfeld and moderated by its copresident Laura Smits on Wednesday at the town’s Board of Education ofce conference room the two candidates faced of before more than 160 residents.

The debate was the second in a week following Monday's forum at the Fairfeld Rotary Club.

Smits asked Vitale and Hwang several questions that were written by some of those in attendance. They addressed such issues as the controversial state 830g Afordable Housing Land Use Appeals Procedure and new 8002 housing law, the town’s fveyear property revaluation and tax burden shift from commercial to residential property, economic development and their own qualifcations for the job. Based on the order of the questions and amount of time spent debating, afordable housing and impending property tax rate for 20262027 seemed to be the most on residents’ minds.

“This bill does not allow developers to bypass local zoning, but gives towns resources to plan and invest in infrastructure and schools.”

Smits asked the candidates can you explain the diference between state Statute 830(g) and Statute 8002, which is the new housing law, and what impact 8002 will have on Fairfeld?

830G AND 8002

“830g allows developers to come in and bypass local zoning for communities that don’t have enough afordable housing,” Vitale said.

“Right now, Fairfeld is enjoying a moratorium, which is a pause. We reached enough housing points to bypass 830g.

“We have a fouryear moratorium right now, which is great news, and we are well on our way to another fouryear moratorium. All of the development that we were concerned about – hirise apartments going in places where we don’t want them –we are in a respite right now.”

Hwang wasn’t have any of that description of the afordable housing 830g situation in Fairfeld.

“I have a chart that says 830g is alive and well,” the senator said holding up a sheet of paper. “Before the close of the moratorium, we have 15 projects that are still being considered by the Town Plan and Zoning. So, for those who have said the moratorium is a way to move forward, we still have 15 communities that will face the devastating impact of 830g.”

As for the new House Bill 8002, which was signed into law by Gov. Ned Lamont late last year, Vitale said it is largely a planning bill.

“There is a lot of misinformation going on around this bill,” the frst selectperson said. “I think that it would be helpful for Sen. Hwang to clear the record on this one. This bill does not enable developers to bypass our local zoning regulations. Instead, it provides municipalities with the resources to invest in their infrastructure, planning, invest in their schools.”

Hwang pushed back on that argument.

— Christine Vitale

“One of the critical factors for me running for frst selectperson is that I want to keep Fairfeld a town where people are engaged, and not a city where hirise density infrastructure impact has irreparably changed our community,” he said.

“With that said, 8002 is nothing but enabling language that has been

Fairfield First Selectperson Christine Vitale and state Sen. Tony Hwang at the League of Women Voters debate Wednesday night. PhotobyGaryLarkin

“When residential values rise far faster than commercial, that shift will fall on local taxpayers.”

presented but rather is ‘onesizeftsall’ mandate from the state. There has been a lot of talk about an optin that gives us more local control.”

He added that the reality is that the governor’s Ofce of Policy and Management will make a decision on what kind of necessary and mandatory housing Fairfeld needs to have. “And the regional COGs (Council of Governments) will work in that regard and give the number to Fairfeld,” he said.

“TP&Z is fnishing up (projects that were fled before the moratorium took efect last year). Whoever is elected is not going to change what has come before TP&Z.”

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

“I say to Sen. Hwang right now that if you have those connections with a Fortune 1000 company, sign them up and bring them here,” she said. “I don’t know why they are not here already. If you had those connections, please bring them.”

— Tony Hwang

Additionally, he said, the town will have the opportunity to opt in to working with the COG. But, if the town decides to opt out the penalties will be that it would get reduced infrastructure funding, reduced education funding. “And your moratorium will not be considered eligible going forward,” Hwang said.

Vitale challenged Hwang’s take on the penalties.

“Again, this is legislation that largely allows towns to plan on their terms,” she said. “It is carried by the state. They can choose not to use the state resources and you are not penalized. We know we need more diversifed housing.”

As for the moratorium on afordable housing development, Vitale reiterated the town is currently in a moratorium.

“There are no new developments that are coming up,” she said.

“Economic development is crucial to ease the tax burden on the private property residents of this town,” Hwang said. “One of the chief reasons for me to run is to be the chief executive ofcer and be an advocate on behalf of this town’s unique treasures and attractions to Fortune 1000 companies.”

Vitale, who acknowledged the town is still smarting property taxwise from GE’s departure in 2016, stressed the town’s economic development should be steered more toward the small businesses that already call Fairfeld home.

“We need to be realistic in terms of just space for these businesses to come and having the other things that come with bringing large companies to municipalities,” Vitale said. “Housing is one of them. We have heard businesses aren’t coming to Connecticut because there’s not workforce housing.”

She asked Hwang why he hadn’t already tried to persuade Fortune 1000 executives to relocate to Fairfeld in his role as state senator.

He retorted that is really the job of the town’s chief executive.

“I serve as a state senator,” he said. “But the chief executive of the Town of Fairfeld is your visionary leader. You or I will set the agenda to look face to face with senior level executives to bring them aboard.”

Property revaluation

One of the issues Hwang seemed to be most passionate about was the results of the fveyear property revaluation.

“Simply put, economic development needs to be essential to how we move forward,” he said. “If you looked at the revaluation, which the average property value increased 64% while our commercial property valuation only increased 17%, that disproportionate ratio will impact taxpayers in this town.”

Hwang cited a Board of Finance analysis of the proposed 20262027 Board of Education budget that stated if the spending plan to go up at all residential property owners would still face a tax hike of 6%8% this year. (He later told Fairfeld County

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He added that the town administration over the past two years should have had the foresight to anticipate the disparity in property value between residential and commercial.

“The revaluation – it was Fairfeld’s year,” Vitale responded. “Thirtythree municipalities are going through it this year. The shift going from commercial to residential is happening in Greenwich, Westport; it’s not just a Fairfeld problem. Fairfeld is desirable. People are coming here. It’s driving up our property values.”

“I know it’s the elephant in the room, but apartment buildings they add to the tax base. We don’t want them, you don’t want ugly ones, we don’t want them in the wrong places. But they are bringing tax revenue to Fairfeld. Some of these developments around Metro Station have flled the gap for tax revenue that we lost when we lost when GE left.”

OChoyce Peterson reports less space for leasing in 4 submarkets.

ce availability in lower Fairfield County down for first time in decade

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NORWALK – Total o ce availability across the four submarkets of lower Fairfield County decreased by 1.7 percentage points, from 29.7% at yearend 2024 to 28% at yearend 2025, according to commercial real estate brokerage Choyce Peterson.

At the close of 2025, a total of 4,736,020 square feet of space was available: 4,315,154 square feet (91.1%) of direct space and 420,866 square feet (8.9%) of sublease space, according to the Choyce Peterson semiannual market survey released Jan. 20.

“Remarkably, for the frst time in a decade all four submarkets recorded a decline in year over year availability,” said John Hannigan, cofounder and principal of Choyce Peterson.

“However, it continues to be a tale of two vastly diferent markets. Greenwich and Westport are super tight with availabilities below 14%.”

The report analyzes 93 predominantly multitenant Class A ofce buildings totaling 16.9 million square feet across Stamford, Norwalk, Greenwich, and Westport, tracking changes in availability from year end.

Presented through Choyce Peterson’s signature visual format, the report highlights buildingbybuilding changes in direct and sublease space, illustrating leasing absorption, new

space added to the market and overall availability trends throughout Lower Fairfeld County.

SUBMARKET AVAILABILITY BY MUNICIPALITY

Stamford decreased from 30.5% to 29.5%. The most signifcant leasing activity occurred at 400 Atlantic St., 333 Ludlow St. and 201 Tresser Boulevard, which combined absorbed 162,459 square feet. The largest increase in available space was at 300 Atlantic St., 107 Elm St. and 3001 3003 Summer St., which in total added 151,225 square feet to the market. Given the overall drop in Stamford’s availability, only one building – 677 Washington Boulevard – is fully occupied as the remaining Stamford buildings in the survey all post available space.

Norwalk decreased from 44.3% to 41.2%. Of the 17 buildings surveyed, 11 buildings showed a decrease in availability totaling 225,303 square feet (primarily concentrated in 501 and 601 Merritt 7), while only two showed an increase totaling 50,166 square feet (200 Connecticut Ave. and 401 Merritt 7). With the highest overall availability rate in the survey, it is notable that Norwalk has the second lowest amount of space available for sublease.

Greenwich decreased from 15.0%

to 13.7%. Leasing activity was mainly concentrated at 5 Greenwich Offce Park, 3 Pickwick Plaza, and 55 Railroad Ave., accounting for 71,580 square feet of absorption. Two buildings added 41,989 square feet to the market: 1700 E Putnam Ave. and 411 W Putnam Ave. Of the 25 Class A buildings surveyed in the Greenwich market, 10 buildings show no available space and only fve have more than 25,000 square feet available.

Westport decreased from 12.2% to 11.9%. Most of the leasing activity was concentrated at 57 Greens Farms Road with 18,450 square feet taken of the market. The vast majority of Westport’s new availability for the year was posted in three buildings: 315 Post Road W., 285 Riverside Ave. and 355 Riverside Ave. Of the 21 Class A buildings surveyed in the Westport market, 10 buildings show no available space and only two have more than 25,000 square feet available.

AVAILABLE SPACE IS TIGHT

As an example, of the 46 buildings surveyed in these two towns, only seven have 25,000 square feet or more of available ofce space. Contrastingly, in Stamford (29.5% availability) and Norwalk (41.2% availability) with substantially larger buildings, there is an abundance of space on the market. To illustrate, of the 47 buildings surveyed in these two cities, 33 have 25,000 square feet or more of available space.”

“Over the past year, more than 1.2 million square feet of Class A ofce space has been removed from the survey as owners secure approvals for adaptive reuse projects including residential, senior living, and health or recreational uses,” Hannigan said. “We anticipate this trend will continue in 2026 as additional properties are phased out of the ofce inventory. Several buildings remain in a transitional phase as the owners determine the future use of the building (i.e. ofce versus residential), limiting tenants’ ability to renew on a longterm basis and leading some occupants to vacate at lease expiration.”

In contrast, wellcapitalized Class A landlords continue to invest in their assets, upgrading amenities and common areas to enhance competitiveness and support tenant retention, Hannigan added.

Charlene O’Connell, vice president at Choyce Peterson noted that for the frst time in a decade, total available sublease space is below 450,000 square feet.

“Over the past 10 years, sublease space has declined from a peak of 1,841,091 square feet in 2021 (31.8% of total availability) to a mere 420,866 square feet (8.9% of total availability) at yearend 2025,” she said. “This shift primarily refects the expiration of sublease availabilities that have since reverted to direct space.”

Gary Larkin / glarkin@westfairinc.com

Choyce Peterson's yearend 2025 o ce availability report shows less leasing space over the past year. PhotocourtesyofChoycePeterson

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Construction expected to begin in spring at Nepperhan Community Center in Yonkers

By Peter Katz / pkatz@westfairinc.com

The Nepperhan Community Center at 342 Warburton Ave. In Yonkers is expected to begin undergoing a complete renovation beginning this spring that will double its usable interior space. Through a multimilliondollar Community Benefits Agreement (CBA), Azorim North America, developer of Miroza Tower at 44 Hudson St., and Miroza at Ridge Hill has committed to rebuild and fully revitalize the center at no cost to taxpayers. The expected cost of the project was not disclosed.

According to Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano’s ofce, the community center was founded in 1942 in the Runyon Heights neighborhood and operated in several locations. In 1982 it moved to its present site on Warburton Avenue, which had been an A&P supermarket.

“The Nepperhan Community Center represents history, resilience, and

opportunity,” Spano said during an event at the center that outlined the rehabilitation plans. “It has provided vital services to our families and it also has been that hub for the community. We’re going to see a doubling of the size of this facility and we’re going to be able to do that because we’re going to be able to utilize the basement. We won’t be able to go up in construction, we can’t do that, but we can rebuild this entire structure by utilizing the basement to double the size. We will have new ofces, we will have WiFi capability, workout equipment, a commercial kitchen.”

Spano said that he is working with the City Council to have the building, parking lot and basketball court at the center designated parkland so that in the future the facility could not be taken away from the community and developed commercially.

Michael Fragin of Azorim Proper-

“This multimilliondollar investment is more than a renovation — it’s a commitment to the people of our community.”

— Lakisha Collins-Bellamy, Yonkers City Council President

ties described the project as a “terrifc publicprivate partnership between us and the city. It’s a distinct honor for us to be able to participate in this project. We are going to partner with the city to make sure that this institution continues to be strong and robust and a beacon for the community and a place where everybody in the community young and old can fourish together.”

Yonkers City Council President Lakisha CollinsBellamy said, “This multimillion dollar investment is more

than a renovation, it’s a commitment to the people of our community. The redevelopment of the Nepperhan Community Center represents a renewed promise to provide safe, inclusive, and empowering spaces where our families, youth, and seniors can thrive for generations to come.”

The construction is expected to take from 12 to 18 months. All current city programming housed at the center will be relocated while the building is renovated.

AFFORDABLE HOUSING

44 Hudson St. opens in Yonkers

By Peter Katz / pkatz@westfairinc.com

A ribboncutting ceremony marked the formal opening of Hudson 44, a 27story building at 44 Hudson St., in Yonkers developed by Azorim. Billed as the tallest building in Yonkers right now at 301 feet, the structure has 250 units in a mix of onebedroom and twobedroom units. Twentyfive of the units are priced as a ordable housing. There is retail space of more than 1,900 square feet on the ground floor.

The building features a 252space garage. Residential amenities include a sky lounge with panoramic views of the Hudson River, a stateoftheart ftness center, rooftop swimming pool, rooftop deck, and a business lounge.

The cost of the project had been projected to be $133.5 million. The Yonkers Industrial Development Agency granted fnal approval of fnancial incentives for the project including a $5.8 million sales tax exemption, a mortgage recording tax exemption of $1.3 million and a 20year PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes) agreement.

“The opening of 44 Hudson Street represents the continued transformation of Yonkers into a vibrant, modern city where people want to live, work, and invest,” said Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano. “This new luxury residential building strengthens our downtown, reimagines our skyline and brings new energy to the waterfront.

We thank Azorim for its continued commitment to smart growth and investment in our Yonkers community.”

According to Azorim Chairman Hershey Friedman, “Hudson 44 is the frst of our projects in the downtown Yonkers area. We believe that this tower will contribute to Yonkers’ growing vibrancy as a great place to live.”

Yonkers City Council President Lakisha CollinsBellamy noted that the building has changed the Yonkers skyline.

“As the tallest building in our city, it stands as a powerful symbol of progress, vision, and the continued evolution of our downtown,” CollinsBellamy said. “This milestone refects the hard work, partnership, and forwardthinking investment that are helping Yonkers grow.”

Rendering of planned rehabilitated Nepperhan Community Center.

Ribboncutting for 44 Hudson St. From left: Corazon PinedaIsaac; Shanae Williams; James Nolan; Susan Gerry; Lakisha CollinsBellamy; Hershey Friedman; Jack Klein; Deana Norman; John Rubbo; Tim Hodges; Tasha Diaz.

e refurbished Waldorf Astoria New York dazzles in return 1

We are standing in the impossibly grand Park Avenue lobby, the first space you encounter after climbing the stairs at the Waldorf Astoria New York’s main entrance. Underfoot is the artist Louis Rigal’s 18foot “Wheel of Life” circular mosaic, containing 150,000 handcut marble tiles, sourced from 70 countries, while in the corner pockets of the lobby, diners are experiencing the Kaiseki menu at the hotel’s new Japanese restaurant, Yoshoko. It’s “the pinnacle of Japanese culinary tradition, reimagined through a distinctly New York lens,” according to the blurb, and its menu, according to our tour guide, Charlotte Kriftcher, is “a nod to the hotel’s very international clientele.”

Some nod. Some clientele. Some hotel, you might very well say, and you’d be right.

A collaboration between cousins and competing hoteliers William Waldorf Astor and John Jacob Astor IV, the hotel – an amalgamation of the Waldorf and Astor hotels, which originally stood on the site of what was to become the Empire State Building – opened as the Waldorf Astoria on its new site on Park Avenue between 49th and 50th Streets in 1931. Its last major renovation was in 1980.

Now, after an eightyear closure and change of ownership – the new owners are Chinese, while Hilton Hotels & Resorts remains the operator – the covers are at last of and facts, fgures, proportions, opulence and the sheer scale of the project can make your head swivel. Take size, for one thing –an entire city block. Stand at the top of the staircase at the hotel’s Park Avenue end and, with the tiniest fick of your

eyes to get around the Waldorf Astoria’s renowned gilt clock, you can see all the way to Lexington Avenue at the far end.

Ah, that clock. Commissioned by Queen Victoria for the World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago in 1893 to showcase British craftsmanship, it was built by Goldsmith’s Co. of London and later bought by John Jacob Astor IV. It stands at the center of Peacock Alley, the huge public lounge at the hotel’s core, giving rise to the expression “Meet you at the clock.” When Queen Victoria asked for the clock back some years later, Astor – who was to meet his sad end on the Titanic in 1912 – refused, instead commissioning additional carvings, including one of Lady Liberty, in order to “Americanize” it.

And the Peacock Alley piano? It was Cole Porter’s. He lived in the Waldorf Towers from 1935 until his death in 1964. The piano, a Steinway, was gifted to him by the hotel, and – come rain or come shine – it is still played every day from 5 p.m. on.

Following the grand restoration, the number of hotel rooms – “keys” as they’re known in the industry – is down from 1,200 to 375, with 372 private one to fourbedroom residences added. Sales for the residences are apparently robust.

But as we toured the hotel’s magnificent public rooms, looking dropjawed at its vast marble columns; marching along its broad, seemingly unending indoor promenades; and gazing up at its impossibly tall ceilings, “grand” became an increasingly inadequate way to describe any of it. You could fy a small airplane up there above Peacock Alley and, believe me, the people eat-

“After an eight-year closure, the sheer scale, opulence and proportions of the Waldorf Astoria can still make your head swivel.”

ing, drinking and schmoozing below probably wouldn’t even notice.

One foor above, a “transitional” space known as the silver corridor – with 16 murals representing the four seasons and the 12 months of the year – leads to some of the hotel’s 43,000 square feet of cuttingedge event space, comprising 14 private rooms over two foors.

Among them is the breathtaking Basildon Room, whose 18th century crown moldings, chandeliers and artwork are all original. They were shipped from the 18th century Palladian mansion, Basildon Park, in England, making it the “oldest” room at the Waldorf. The Jade Room, another glorious space with its marble columns, has been opened up so that it now has natural light. And the threestory Grand Ballroom, with its vast stage, its balconies framed with red velvet drapes – it was home to the early Metropolitan Museum galas – has been restored to its former and very considerable glory. Able to host 1,500 guests, it is arguably the most magnifcent ballroom in the city.

Up in my junior suite – the hotel had graciously invited me to stay the night – fxtures, fttings and general decoration, while of the highest caliber, were more restrained than in the public spaces, a good call, I thought, from the studio of designer PierreYves Rochon. The palette was neutral, almost monochromatic; the gadgetry functional, but not overwhelming; the Kallista hardware in the bathroom handsomee; and theminibar treats from “Esprit Gourmand” of Paris particularly tempting. (I certainly was tempted.)

Little restraint had been shown with regard to the use of marble, however. There were what seemed like acres of it. Indeed, between the guest bathrooms and the public spaces, I’d be surprised if there were any marble left in the quarries of Carrara after

the Hilton people had come acalling.

“The Dead Duke, His Secret Wife and the Missing Corpse” was the title of the frst book I picked at random from the collection of carefully curated novels in the bookcase, and I read a few pages before turning out the light. They didn’t stop me sleeping like a baby in the Waldorf’s gorgeous, ofthe scalethreadcount sheets. But of course, it’s not all about gilt, glamour, marble and razzmatazz. It’s about great service, too. So, I’m happy to report that the Waldorf’s front desk staf is thoroughly cluedin and utterly charming. And servers in Peacock Alley will fetch you a splendid dry martini and an appetizer of pigs in a blanket quicker than you can say “Let’s Do It” or “Begin The Beguine.”

At breakfast in Lex Yard – the hotel’s “allAmerican brasserie” helmed by chef Michael Anthony, formerly of Gramercy Tavern – a server asked me how I was liking my Eggs Benedict. I mentioned – and I wouldn’t have done so if he hadn’t asked – that unfortunately the eggs were overcooked. A manager appeared a moment later. “It will not happen again,” he said with such deep authority that I believed him. (The cost was removed from the bill.) When I returned for brunch a few days later, those eggs were perfectly cooked.

A proud, historic hotel with a proud, mostly young, but occasionally older staf, much of the Hilton “premium brand”speak has clearly been learned by rote and rehearsed. But when no less than four stafers said to me, in the space of a single morning, “We want you to enjoy your stay,” I had absolutely no doubt they all meant it.

It also gave me pause to refect on Conrad Hilton’s famous remark, that The Waldorf Astoria was “The Greatest of Them All.” Because, who knows, perhaps it still is.

Hochul blasts Trump in her budget message

By Peter Katz / pkatz@westfairinc.com

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul didn’t mince words when it came to describing actions by President Donald Trump when she delivered her budget message on Jan. 20, the firstyear anniversary of Trump’s second term.

“This year Donald Trump declared war on states and slashed federal support that had been in place since the 1960s,” Hochul said. “We saw the impact of that decision almost immediately. Over the summer we were forced to make tough decisions to protect (health) care and keep our system stable. Yes, the state did step up, absorbing $750 million in costs from the federal government that they had walked away from. And then the president’s ‘Big Ugly Bill’ is going to blow a $3 billion hole in Medicaid in this budget alone. Could not have planned for this, certainly not when Donald Trump took an oath of ofce one year ago today.”

The Executive Budget that Hochul proposed totals $260 billion, an increase of 0.7%. Spending is up slightly primarily to ofset federal cuts, primarily to health care. Federal funds are down approximately $10.3 billion, an 11.4% decrease from last year. $3 billion of the amount is a loss of recurring Medicaid funding.

“The scope of these federal cuts would have been far worse if we had not stood up to the Trump administration, successful blocking at least $4 billion in additional cuts and freezes in court and through the ‘bully pulpit,’ meaning my phone calls,” Hochul said. She said the Trump administration had tried to make cuts in funding for law enforcement and

infrastructure projects.

“We’re ensuring that vulnerable New Yorkers don’t lose essential care and we’re doing it while still protecting taxpayers,”

Hochul said. “Once again there are no new income taxes on New Yorkers and this budget contains reserves at $14.6 billion. This budget continues to protect New York’s fscal stability.”

Hochul said that revenues have continued to exceed projections driven in part by record Wall Street bonuses, which result in more income tax revenue from those people whose incomes have soared.

“When the economy is strong, and particularly when high net worth individuals and employers earn more, our revenues rise and that’s why we’re able to invest more without asking New Yorkers to pay more. This is not an austerity budget but it is a disciplined one. We continue to invest in core services that New Yorkers rely on while keeping the growth of state operating funds at a responsible level.”

Hochul said that the state will be ending taxation of tips so that service workers can keep more of what they earn. She said the budget includes $30 million to help farmers in New York who were impacted by Trump’s tarifs. Hochul said her proposed budget includes $4.5 billion for child care to expand access for working families.

Hochul said the budget includes $1.3 billion to make Universal PreK available for every fouryearold by 2028.

“Today, roughly 75% of the fouryearolds we expect to serve are already enrolled in PreK,” Hochul said. “To meet families’ needs before that age this year we’ll pilot community-

“The president’s ‘Big Ugly Bill’ is going to blow a $3 billion hole in Medicaid in this budget alone.”

— Gov. Kathy Hochul

wide child care to provide yearround, fullday afordable care for newborns to threeyearolds. And we’ll build on the proven success of our Child Care Assistance Program and our voucher programs so tens of thousands more families can access highquality care for no more than $15 per week.”

Hochul said that the budget includes nearly $40 billion in school aid. She said the Universal meals rogram what was started last year will received $50 million more this year amounting to $395 million in funding.

“Funding alone doesn’t guarantee outcomes,” Hochul said. “That’s why

we’ve paired historic investments with commonsense reforms like getting cell phones out of classrooms so kids start paying attention to their teachers and returning to backtobasics instruction in reading, an approach we’ll expand to math this year.”

The budget includes a new $3.75 billion, fveyear investment in clean water infrastructure. It also provides $352 million for gun violence prevention and $77 million to strengthen subway safety. There is $35 million for Securing Communities grants to protect houses of worship and vulnerable organizations.

Hochul delivers budget message Jan. 20.

RFR Holding repositioning 300 Atlantic St. as trophy o ce location

By Gary Larkin / glarkin@westfairinc.com

STAMFORD – New York Citybased RFR Holding has begun the modernization of 300 Atlantic St. downtown after a $40.75M o ce refinancing that was facilitated through Newmark Group.

Last week RFR unveiled plans to add more than 10,000 square feet of new amenity spaces, including an expansive tenant lounge, a highend boutique café, ftness center, more meeting spaces, new exterior lighting and a new streetscape design.

The 300,000squarefoot ofce building is home to PwC, Charles Schwab, Johnston Asset Management, Northern Trust, CellMark, and Fidelity Investments.

“We view 300 Atlantic as Stamford’s preeminent ofce property, considering its visibility and prominent location within a modern downtown environment, and we are committing new capital as longterm owners,” said AJ Camhi, executive vice president and director of leasing of RFR. “Our investment in thoughtfully

crafted amenities, welldesigned prebuilt suites, and a refreshed exterior is intended to realize the full potential of the property’s outstanding location at the center of all that Stamford has to ofer, with easy access to Stamford Train Station, restaurants, retail, hospitality, residences, nightlife, and Stamford Harbor.”

RFR’s planned repositioning of 300 Atlantic is enabled by a recent recapitalization of the property through RFR US, a new entity led by Aby Rosen, Gaby Rosen, and Charlie Rosen, with a focus on growing the frm’s U.S. investments.

The 13story ofce building is situated at the intersection of Atlantic Street and Tresser Boulevard, ofers frontage on two main thoroughfares. It is surrounded by more than 10,000 new multifamily residences and another 2,500 units currently under development, plus a wide array of dining options within walking distance.

RFR has tapped a Newmark team comprised of James Ritman, Brian Carcaterra and Benjamin Goldstein to

“We view 300 Atlantic as Stamford’s preeminent ofce property, and we are committing new capital as long-term owners.” — AJ Camhi, RFR

spearhead the leasing eforts. Newmark announced earlier this month that it had closed on four Stamford deals in the past 30 days. In addition to 300 Atlantic St., the other fnancings were for Metro Center, the Stamford Marriott and Canterbury Green.

300 Atlantic Street Owner LLC, which is afliated with RFR Realty, has owned 300 Atlantic St. since 2007

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when it purchased it from CTStamford Atlantic Forum LLC for $151 million, according to city property records. RFR’s repositioning of 300 Atlantic also includes a new ofering of highend prebuilt suites. Overall, current availability consists of 188,772 square feet, with fexibility to accommodate requirements ranging from 2,500 square feet to more than 100,000 square feet across multiple foors.

NJ cleanup firm misuses its name

By Bill heltzel / bheltzel@westfairinc.com

Mold in New York is pretty much the same as mold in New Jersey, but use of nearly identical business names to cultivate customers for environmental remediation services, a Rockland company contends, is not a clean way to compete.

NY Fire Water Mold Corp., of Nanuet, accused NJNY Fire Water Mold Corp., of Marlboro, New Jersey, of trademark infringement, in a lawsuit fled on Jan. 21 in U.S. District Court, White Plains.

New Jersey Mold conveys the “false impression,” the complaint states, “that its services were sponsored, associated or afliated with” New York Mold.

Carl D. Polichetti began ofering environmental remediation services in southern New York and northern New Jersey in 2009, according to the complaint. He incorporated New York Mold in 2014 and registered an internet domain for the purpose of promoting its services.

In 2020, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Ofce approved the NY Fire Water Mold service mark for mold, water, microbial, and asbestos environmental services. The rights were assigned to New York Mold’s CEO and president, Polichetti’s son, Brandon.

New York Mold claims it has invested millions of dollars to ensure that the

public associates its name with reliable environmental remediation services.

In May 2024, Toniann E. Cosentino incorporated NJNY Fire Water Mold in New Jersey and registered an internet domain in the name, the complaint states.

Cosentino has worked in disaster restoration for 15 years, according to her website, and New Jersey Mold ofers services in New York City and New Jersey.

Nanuet attorney Marie Condoluci sent a cease and desist letter to Cosentino on Dec. 20, on behalf of New York Mold, citing the trademark and threatening to sue if she did not stop using New Jersey Mold’s business name by Jan. 5. Cosentino did not respond, accord-

ing to the complaint, and New Jersey Mold has continued to infringe on New York Mold’s trademark.

New York Mold alleges that New Jersey Mold violates trademark laws by causing “confusion and mistake in the mind of the public” and by unfairly benefting from New York Mold’s advertising and promotion.

New York Mold is asking the court to make New Jersey Mold destroy all products, advertisements and promotional materials that bear its name, including its internet domain name, and to pay all of its profts to New York Mold or, alternatively, pay up to $2 million.

New Jersey Mold did not reply to a message asking for its responses to the allegations.

RFR Realty of New York City has begun a major makeover of 300 Atlantic St. in downtown Stamford in order to include more amenities. PhotocourtesyofRFRRealty

ABOUT THE AWARDS

Fairfield County's 40 Under Forty is more than just an accolade; it's a powerful platform to recognize the individuals who are achieving remarkable milestones in their industries and enriching our community. These individuals embody grit and inspire others with their innovative ideas and passion. This honor showcases their accomplishments and enhances their professional visibility, potentially opening doors to future opportunities. We not only set the standard for excellence, we raise the bar every year demanding the best from those who dare to redefine success.

1. Be over 25 and under 40 years of age 2. Be a leader who’s part of Fairfield County's business growth

3. Live or work in Fairfield county

4. Has not previously won this competition

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Sponsorship inquiries: Anne Jordan Duffy anne@westfairinc.com

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Business Inc.

January 2026

County Executive Ken Jenkins Reaffirms Vital Partnership with the BCW

Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins recently met with the BCW’s Board of Directors and he underscored the indispensable role the organization plays in the region’s economic health. Addressing a room of key business leaders and stakeholders on January 14, Jenkins emphasized that the BCW is not merely an advocate for industry but a vital partner in the administration’s ongoing efforts to drive economic development and navigate the complex challenges facing the county.

Jenkins highlighted the seamless constructive collaboration between his economic development team—led by Joan McDonald and Bridget Gibbons— and the BCW. He noted that many of the hurdles facing local businesses are not always direct county issues, such as health department regulations, but often involve navigating a combination of local municipal barriers and administrative roadblocks.

the critical work of the BCW’s Clean Energy Action Coalition, which now includes over 120 BCW members. This coalition is instrumental in building the renewable energy infrastructure required to meet future demands.

The county executive addressed the friction points in this transition, particularly the moratoriums and bans some municipalities have placed on solar and battery storage technology. Jenkins advocated for a pilot-program approach to demonstrate the safety and effcacy of these systems, noting:

“We know that with the partnership we have with the Business Council of Westchester, we can only be more successful moving forward,” Jenkins stated.

Jenkins also noted transitions on his team. McDonald will serve as deputy county executive, and Emily Saltzman will be the director of operations. Current Deputy County Executive Richard Wishnie will retire at the end of January.

He praised the BCW for providing the necessary platform and process for the business community to navigate upcoming shifts in the economic landscape, from the $2.5 billion county budget to the redevelopment of major sites like the former Galleria mall in White Plains.

A sizable portion of the dialogue focused on the county’s transition to a sustainable future. Jenkins acknowledged

•  Modernization: Safety training and technology for battery storage have improved signifcantly.

•  Infrastructure: Battery storage is essential for maintaining power during storms and grid fuctuations.

•  Legislation: The county is working on legislation to address building codes and fre safety to ease local anxieties.

Beyond energy and business, Jenkins reaffrmed his commitment to fair and affordable housing. He noted that the partnership with the BCW is essential in overcoming roadblocks to construction, citing examples where long-term legal battles over developments ended in community-wide acceptance post-construction.

Jenkins concluded by reminding the board that the administration’s mission is to provide a safety net for those in need while simultaneously investing in the business partners who make those services possible. By working together, the county and the BCW aim to ensure Westchester remains a premier destination for business and a supportive home for its residents.

Left to right, BCW Chairman of the Board Jamie Schutzer of JDM Benefts, an Alera Group Company; BCW President and CEO Marsha Gordon; Westchester County Director of Operations Emily Saltzman; Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins; Westchester Deputy County Executive Joan McDonald; and BCW Vice President and COO John Ravitz.

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January 13, 2026

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ICE eyes Orange County warehouse to hold people

By Peter Katz / pkatz@westfairinc.com

The Department of Homeland Security’s Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is moving ahead with a plan to purchase, occupy and rehabilitate a warehouse property at 29 Elizabeth Drive in the Orange County Village of Chester, NY. ICE had kept the plan under the radar but finally had to file a required public notice about its planned use of the warehouse because a portion of the property is located within a federallyregulated flood hazard zone. The building covers just over 401,000 square feet and the site has parking spaces for 194 cars.

Although ICE does not plan to make major external changes to the existing warehouse, site improvements may include internal structural changes to the building, surface parking area modifcations, installation of a small guard building of approximately 150 square feet, establishment of an outdoor recreation area, utility and stormwater improvements, and

fence line modifcations. The new and modifed facilities would occupy approximately 35.9 acres.

The warehouse had until 2024 been used by PepBoys, an automotive service company that provides both parts and repair services.

It’s believed that ICE plans to use the warehouse to hold people for several weeks until they are sent to one of seven larger detention camps that it would set up around the U.S. After being held there they would be removed from the country. Todd Lyons the acting director of ICE had previously spoken in general terms about ICE's operational plans and said what they have in mind is to set up a “businesslike” system where people can be removed from the U.S. as efciently as Amazon moves around boxes flled with merchandise.

“ICE evaluated reasonable alternative locations within the Area of Operations (AOR) and dismissed these alternative locations as they

did not meet the purpose and need due to siting, operational suitability, or buildability issues,” the agency said about the warehouse in Chester.

“Based on this analysis, the Chester site is identifed as the preferred alternative due to its ability to minimize environmental impacts, avoid sensitive land uses, and meet the operational requirements of the Proposed Action”

Congressman Pat Ryan whose district includes Chester is among those rallying the Hudson Valley community to stop the conversion of the warehouse into an ICE detention facility. Ryan and bipartisan local leaders said they received no warning or information from the Trump administration about the plan.

“Our Hudson Valley community strongly rejects the Trump administration’s plans for mass detention camps across the country, especially in our own backyard. It’s shameful, unAmerican, and the exact opposite of everything our community stands for,” Ryan said. “We’re seeing lawabiding members of our community snatched of the streets with no due process, and whether that’s at facilities in New York or across the

country, we cannot accept it.”

Ryan said that given the total lack of coordination with local government the community needs to speak up if it wants to “prevent ICE from moving in, terrorizing our neighbors, and making us all less safe.”

Chester Supervisor Brandon Holdridge said, “ICE has no place in Chester, the Hudson Valley, New York, or the country at this point. The welldocumented abuses and illegal actions being carried out by this president's Department of Homeland Security are out of control.”

Laurie Tautel, chairwoman of the Orange County Legislature, said she could not support an ICE facility anywhere in the county.

“Our residents deserve to live without fear, and our local governments should be focused on policies that build trust, protect families, and support the wellbeing of our communities,” Tautel said. “This proposal moves us in the opposite direction.”

County Legislator and Democratic Caucus Leader Genesis Ramos said, “Immigrant families are living in fear, and that fear is hurting our neighbors and our local economy. Latinoowned, familyrun businesses are struggling because people are afraid to leave their homes. We must stand against this proposal and also show up for our immigrant community, by supporting our neighbors, our local businesses, and one another. This is about dignity, safety, and refusing to let our community carry this burden alone. We cannot allow fearbased policies to defne our community.”

Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger added her voice saying, “I am strongly opposed to any ICE detention facility in the Hudson Valley. The brutality and violence we are routinely seeing in this country under the guise of immigration enforcement must stop.”

Orange County Executive Steve Neuhaus, a Republican, expressed concern that “an ICE facility will create chaos and will tax our emergency management and frst responders.”

Victor Cueva of the Ulster Immigrant Defense Network said, “Detention centers are places where there have been reported inhumane conditions for immigrants, and many reported deaths. We do not support the continued dehumanization of community members through ICE enforcement actions and detention.”

Chester warehouse.PhotoviaGoogleMaps.

Ocials and union leaders press for $1.2B more in highway safety funding

By Peter Katz / pkatz@westfairinc.com

“If we are serious about preserving quality of life, fostering economic growth and creating good-paying jobs, we must invest in the safety and viability of our roadways.”

A bipartisan group of elected o cials and representatives from about a dozen labor unions from the lower Hudson Valley met at the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local 137 Training Center in Briarcli Manor recently and called for more money to be spent on road safety by New York state. They called for increases totaling $1.2 billion.

235, and 754. Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers

Local 1, Ironworkers Local 40, UA Local 21 Plumbers & Steamftters, Sheet Metal Workers Local 38, Carpenters Local 279 and Teamsters Local 456 also had representatives at the event.

Region 8 and to revisit the current 5year capital plan to refect critical infrastructure needs. For far too long, this region has been shortchanged, resulting in some of the poorest road conditions in the entire state.”

State Legislature for the $800 million in increased funding for NYSDOT’s core program in last year’s budget.

— State Sen. Pete Harckham

Those involved included State Senators Pete Harckham, and Shelley Mayer, as well as State Assemblymembers Dana Levenberg, Steve Otis, MaryJane Shimsky and Matt Slater. Jef Loughlin, president of the Westchester Putnam Building and Construction Trades Council and business manager of IUOE Local 137 hosted the event with John T. Cooney, executive director of the Construction Industry Council of Westchester and Hudson Valley, Inc. Also on hand were union representatives from Laborers Locals 17, 60,

“While there has been an appreciable commitment to funding road and transportation infrastructure repairs by Gov. Hochul these past few years, now is the time to continue this momentum,” Harckham said. “This is especially true for the Hudson Valley region, which has more state roads in greater need of repair than anywhere else in New York. If we are serious about wanting to preserve our quality of life, foster economic growth and create good paying jobs, then we need to make the critical investments necessary to ensure the safety and viability of our roadways.”

Mayer urged Hochul to make what she termed “a longoverdue investment in the Hudson Valley and DOT

According to Levenberg, “Hudson Valley residents cannot keep paying for preventable car repairs on top of everything else they have to shell out.”

Otis said, “I join with my legislative colleagues, union ofcials, and construction industry leaders in advocating for increased state funding for our region to address our roadway infrastructure needs. The most costeffective way to manage local projects, county roads, and state highways is to keep roads in good condition, properly maintain them throughout their life, and avoid allowing roads to deteriorate.”

Increased state funding will save taxpayer dollars by avoiding more expensive repairs when roads are not properly maintained. For all of us, this is a priority for the 2026 state budget.”

Cooney thanked Hochul and the

“The Construction Industry Council of Westchester and Hudson Valley, along with our partners in organized labor, need to highlight the need for continued increased investment in New York State’s roads and bridges brought on by the over 30% infation in construction materials post pandemic,” Cooney said. “But we are adamant that an increase of $950 million in NYSDOT’s core program is necessary to restore the buying power of the original NYSDOT Five Year Capital Plan. In addition, an increase of $250 million to CHIPS is needed to restore the buying power necessary to maintain our local roads and bridges. The Hudson Valley represented by NYSDOT Region 8 continues to have the worst road and bridge conditions in New York State while maintaining the largest amount of lane miles and largest number of bridges in New York state. Increased funding is sorely needed to improve the safety and conditions of the motoring public in the Hudson Valley.”

AUTOMOTIVE

State Sen. Harckham speaks at event pushing for more road funding.

Mohegan Sun aims to hit home run with 22nd Sun Wine & Food Fest

The lineup for Mohegan Sun’s 22nd annual Sun Wine & Food Fest (Thursday, Jan. 22, through 25) has gotten bigger with the addition of National Baseball Hall of Famer David “Big Papi” Ortiz.

Toast With the Host Featuring David “Big Papi” Ortiz marks the former Boston Red Sox slugger’s frst appearance at the festival. Ortiz, founder of Ozama Rum, will hold a tasting and celebration at Novelle, Mohegan Sun’s cocktail lounge, from 8 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 23. It’s a chance to sip and see the diamond All Star.

As the festival suggests, the Uncasville, Connecticutbased Mohegan Sun is more than a casino. Indeed, Newsweek’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Award lauded Mohegan Sun for having the best casino concert venue in the nation, beating out Las Vegas’ Sphere. Besides Todd English’s The Farm Italy restaurant, which the Westfair Business Journal reported on here, the casino’s other culinary treats include Chocolux’s chocolate candies and such delectables as carrot cake roulade and chocolatecherry crossants at Sift Bake Shop.

And then there’s the inhouse Mandara Spa, ofering an EastmeetsWest

experience that began in Bali and was inspired by the Sanskrit legend about the gods’ quest to fnd the secret to eternal youth and beauty.

I’ve also enjoyed Mandara Spas on Norwegian Cruise Lines and I can attest to their posh pampering and treatments. A Mandara massage is a serene, soothing sensation for your skin.

After that, try a facial. All of the products used in the casino’s spa are by Elemis – an agereducing, complexionperfecting skincare line. I enjoyed a facial with the Elemis Ultra Smart ProCollagen EnviroAdapt Day Cream. This $324 dream cream helps keep skin intensely hydrated with the slow release of an algae extract encapsulated in a water shuttle delivery system.

While I was on the property, I also visited the salon for a blowout with Kerastase products. The luxe French line gives your hair a certain “Je ne sais quoi.” To me, there’s nothing better than having a Kerastase shampoo and scalp massage, followed by a blowout, before a night “on the town” at Mohegan Sun, including a delicious dinner at one of several eateries and a live concert.

“It’s a chance to sip and see the diamond All-Star when Big Papi brings Ozama Rum to Mohegan Sun.”

— Debbi Karpowicz Kickham

HAIR APPARENT

To ensure that my Mandara blowout there lasted as long as possible, I used a Sleepy Tie. This hair accessory (typically found at Ulta), was invented by Framingham, Massachusetts entrepreneur Rachael Shtifter. Discouraged by the lack of access to blowdry salons during Covid, the makeup artist taught herself how to sew and created a silky sortofScrunchie that you put onto your updo at night.

“I patented it, and it sold out consistently,” Shtifter told me, “and it has received more than 25 million views on TikTok.” Sleepy Tie is the “hair apparent” to curlers in my suitcase, and the next day after my Mandara Spa blowout, my hair was still ohsochic.

‘CARRY ON’ TO AIR TRAVEL FRESHNESS

I’ve been a professional travel journalist for more than 25 years, and people always ask me what’s in my carryon. My staples include Oscillococcinum, a homeopathic remedy used for reducing the duration and severity of fulike symptoms (body aches, headaches, fever, chills, fatigue) when taken at the frst sign of illness. “Oscillo” is also a “hidden secret” on Hollywood production sets. And I always take a flled prescription for an antibiotic, so I can obviate a trip to the doctor in all my travels.

Plus, I pack what I believe is the world’s best lip gloss – Marin, made by scientists in Maine with marine glycoproteins. And then, I use a

madeinJapan Rei Canmake Marshmallow Finishing Powder ($17): It colorcorrects, blurs and sets and is a virtual dupe for Guerlain’s muchmoreexpensive Météorites Powder but at a fraction of the price.

Finally, I nail it with Dazzle Dry – and as its tagline says, “It’s about time.” This is a fourstep vegan nail polish technique, created by bioorganic chemist Vivian Valenty, that ofers hardset nails in just fve minutes without exposure to hazardous UV lamps. Maybe it will give you the “upper hand” at the slot machines.

Debbi Karpowicz Kickham is Westfair's luxury/travel/spa writer and, as the “Gorgeous Globetrotter,” is author of “The Globetrotter's GetGorgeous Guide,” available on Amazon. Check out her Insta reels and photographs @ DebbiKickham.

Debbi Karpowicz Kickham

: Rum and fun at Mohegan Sun: Former Boston Red Sox slugger David “Big Papi” Ortiz will educate rumlovers at Mohegan Sun's 22nd annual Sun Wine & Food Fest, returning Jan. 22 through 25. CourtesyMoheganSun.

The Mandara Spa at Mohegan Sun o ers a wealth of soothing sensations. CourtesyMoheganSun/Jon WhittlePhotography.

A winter pest survival guide

Winter has a way of pushing everything inside – people, pets and, unfortunately, rodents wildlife and a host of bugs. Many people assume colder temperatures slow pest activity, but the truth is that winter is prime time for rodents, spiders, cockroaches and other critters seeking warmth, food and cozy hiding spots.

A QUICK WINTER REALITY CHECK

• Your warm, food‑flled home is prime real estate for pests.

• Sealed houses can inadvertently hold droppings, dander and allergens from pests that have made themselves at home.

• Early detection beats costly cleanup. Look for droppings, gnaw marks, grease trails, webbing or damaged packaging as signs of pest activity.

• Early intervention, especially when supported with 24/7 digital monitoring, helps prevent costly problems, reduces the need for biocides and supports environmentally sustainable pest control methods by stopping problems before they escalate.

TOP WINTER INTRUDERS — FAST FACTS AND SIMPLE FIXES

Wildlife (squirrels, raccoons, chipmunks)

Squirrels, raccoons and chipmunks are surprisingly common winter houseguests. These animals cause extensive structural damage while introducing parasites, bacteria and ticks into living spaces. Raccoons are associated with rabies, which poses serious health threats when they gain access to your home.

How they get in: Attics, chimneys and roofines are cozy winter hideouts.

DIY Treatment: Inspect rooflines, secure chimneys/vents, trim tree branches and remove pet food and birdseed at night.

Rodents (mice and rats)

Rodents are the most frequent winter intruders and are known carriers of illnesses such as the hantavirus, salmonellosis and leptospirosis, which are spread through their droppings and urine and often go unnoticed. How they get in: They squeeze through dime- size holes, nest in insulation and wall voids, chew wires and contaminate surfaces, often silently.

DIY Treatments: Seal gaps around pipes, vents and foundations; store food in airtight containers; clear cluttered storage.

Cockroaches

Cold weather drives cockroaches deeper indoors. Cockroaches are a major public health concern. Their droppings, saliva and shed skins are known asthma triggers and can contaminate surfaces with harmful bacteria.

How they get in: Heat, moisture and food entice cockroaches to enter through pipes and cracks.

DIY treatment: Deep - clean hidden food crumbs, fx leaks and seal wall/foor gaps.

“Early detection and intervention stop small pest problems from becoming costly infestations.”

presence indoors often indicates the presence of other pests. Venomous species, though less common, can cause serious medical issues.

How they get in: Spiders move indoors in winter seeking shelter and prey. Winter spiders tend to settle in basements, garages, corners and storage areas where they remain undisturbed.

DIY treatment: Declutter, seal cracks and reduce insect prey by keeping things clean.

PANTRY PESTS (MOTHS & BEETLES)

— Jim McHale, JP McHale Pest Management

Spiders

Spiders are less about health risks and more about what they signal. While most species are harmless, their

Pantry pests such as moths and beetles thrive in warm indoor conditions and can quickly infest dry goods. Once introduced, they spread rapidly through cabinets and storage areas, compromising food supplies.

How they get Ii: They hitch a ride unknowingly on groceries and love warm cupboards.

DIY treatment: Inspect groceries, transfer food to airtight containers and rotate and clean shelves regularly.

PEST PREVENTION CHECKLIST FOR RIGHT NOW:

• Seal dime - sized and bigger holes; check around utilities, doors and windows.

• Store food in airtight containers; keep counters crumb -free.

• Fix leaks and use dehumidifers where needed.

• Declutter attics, basements and

garages; inspect boxes before storing.

WHEN TO CALL IN THE PROS

If you fnd nests, continuous droppings, chewed wiring, loud attic guests or a pantry infestation that keeps coming back, contact JP McHale Pest Management right away before there’s a major infestation. Early intervention through advanced, 24/7 digital monitoring allows issues to be addressed sooner, minimizing disruption, lowering longterm costs and reducing reliance on chemical treatments. Our advanced digital monitoring and exclusion technologies stop problems before they become costly or threaten your family's health.

PESTFREE PREVENTION

A little prevention goes a long way. Seal, clean, inspect and call for help when you need it, then enjoy a cozier, healthier winter inside your own, undisturbed four walls. Modern pest control combines continuous monitoring, early intervention and environmentally sustainable solutions to protect your living space and the environment yearround.

Jim McHale, a Cornell University entomologist, is president of JP McHale Pest Management in Buchanan. For more, check out his JP McHale Pest Management Winter Pest Survival Guide here.

Jim McHale

Citrin Cooperman and Westfair Business Journal invite you to the 2026 Women in Power event at Manhattanville University in Purchase. Start your morning by connecting with influential women in our community and gaining insights from accomplished female leaders.

Our panelists will share their personal journeys, strategies, and the invaluable lessons they’ve learned along the way—highlighting how they overcame challenges and broke through barriers to reach the top.

Chelsea Blancato Partner Citrin Cooperman

“Keep your houseplants healthy and minimize pests by providing proper care, boosting humidity, and monitoring regularly.”

Easy-care flowering indoor plants for winter and all year long

By Melinda Myer

Brighten your home’s décor and elevate your mood by adding a few flowering plants to your indoor garden. You may be surprised to find a wide array of flowering plants that will bloom when they are grown indoors. Match the plant to the growing conditions and your maintenance style for ease of care and greatest success.

Add a long-blooming moth orchid (Phalaenopsis) to your collection. It thrives in most home environments, making it the easiest of all the orchids to grow. Position your orchid in a brightly lit location that’s free of hot or cold drafts. Water thoroughly with tepid water once a week. Leave the fower stalk intact and wait for a second smaller fush of fowers. Or prune it back to an inch above the foliage, provide proper care and watch for a fresh set of fowers in about a year. Or gift the nonfowering plant to a gardening friend. There’s always one who’s willing to wait for the next set of fowers. In the meantime, you can invest in a new variety for your home. Treat yourself to an easy-care anthurium. You can now fnd white, red, pink, lavender and even yellow anthuriums for sale almost year-round. The colorful heart shaped “fowers” are modifed leaves that hold their color for many weeks. Grow this low maintenance, very forgiving plant in bright, indirect light and water thoroughly whenever the soil begins to dry. Include bromeliads, another long bloomer with unique tropical fowers. Those with pliable leaves are more

tolerant of lower light, while the stif leaved bromeliads need bright light to thrive. Water the soil often enough to prevent the roots from drying. After weeks and even months of fowering, the plant eventually dies but forms ofsets, known as pups, you can grow to maturity. The tubular, burgundy fowers of the lipstick plant (Aeschynanthus radicans) reveal the inspiration for its common name. Grow this long-blooming, trailing plant in a warm location with bright, indirect light. Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil begins to dry. Move it to a slightly cooler location and allow the soil to dry a bit more between waterings during the winter.

Have fun by adding a hanging basket of goldfsh (Nematanthus) to your collection. This easy-care plant produces long lasting, orange red fowers that resemble goldfsh. Place it in bright, indirect light and water when the soil begins to dry.

Keep these and your other houseplants healthy and minimize pest problems by providing proper growing conditions and care. Fertilize actively growing plants with a fowering houseplant fertilizer according to label directions. Boost the humidity by grouping plants together. As one plant loses moisture, transpires, its neighbors beneft. Place pebbles in the saucer or tray to elevate the pot above any water that collects there. As the water evaporates, it increases the humidity around the plant and eliminates the need for you to empty excess water out of the saucer.

Check all your plants for insects each time you water. It is easier to manage small populations than larger infestations. Use yellow sticky traps to monitor and trap white fies, fungus gnat adults, thrips and other houseplant pests. Manage fungus gnat larvae residing in the soil with organic Summit Mosquito Bits. It contains a naturally occurring soil bacteria, Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (Bti), that’s safe for people, plants and pets. Just follow the label directions for the most efective control.

Look for opportunities to include these and other fowering plants in your home. You’ll enjoy the added color and beauty these plants provide.

Melinda Myers has written more than 20 gardening books, including “The Midwest Gardener’s Handbook, Second Edition” and “Small Space Gardening.” She hosts “The Great Courses’” “How to Grow Anything” instant video and DVD series and the nationally-syndicated “Melinda’s Garden Moment” TV and radio program. Myers is a columnist and contributing editor for Birds & Blooms magazine. For more, visit here. https://www.melindamyers.com/

Bromeliads are long bloomers with unique tropical flowers. CourtesyMelindaMyers.com.

In a loss for Trump, federal judge allows NY wind farm to proceed

By Peter Katz / pkatz@westfairinc.com

The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia on Jan. 15 granted a preliminary injunction allowing construction on New York’s Empire Wind project to proceed after it had been shut down by the Trump administration. Equinor, the Norwegian company developing Empire Wind through Empire O shore Wind LLC won the preliminary injunction in an underlying lawsuit challenging the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Dec. 22, 2025, order that suspended the construction.

President Trump has been an outspoken opponent of wind power to generate electricity. He tried but failed to block construction of an ofshore wind farm near one of his golf courses in Scotland. It was reported he felt the ofshore turbines ruined the view from the golf course. Trump has since claimed without evidence that the noise from wind turbines causes cancer, that the turbines will last only eight years before rusting away, and that the wind farms drive whales ‘crazy.’

With the temporary injunction issued by Judge Carl J. Nichols of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia in place, Empire Wind says it will now focus on restarting construction activities that were halted during the suspension period. In addition its says the project will continue to engage with the U.S. government to ensure the safe, secure and responsible execution of its operations.

In reaction to the judge issuing the order against the Trump administration, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said on Jan. 15, “I'm sick and tired of having to go to court time and time and time again to stop these decisions. They're designed to do nothing other than hurt workers, hurt our states, hurt our economy and hurt our energy future.”

Hochul noted that the Sunrise Wind project of the coast of Long Island and developed by Orsted, which is intended to supply 600,000 homes with electricity, also was shut down.

“They were stopped under the bogus pretense of national security,” Hochul

“Empire Wind is more than 60% complete, with nearly 4,000 people employed during construction.”

— Empire Ofshore Wind LLC

said. “When I heard this, I said one thing, ‘I'm the Governor of New York. If there is a national security threat of the coast of New York, you need to tell me what it is — I want a briefng right now.’ Low and behold, they had no answer. They had fake claims about radar. Radar can be addressed and handled as it has happened on many other projects in the past. I'm proud to say that the company has been successful in court. We're going to continue doing what we have to do every single step of the way, but for now the wind turbines will be turning on.”

Empire Wind is being developed under contract with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) to deliver

a new source of electricity for New York and bolster grid reliability at a time of rapidly growing demand. Once completed, the project would provide enough power to electrify approximately 500,000 homes in New York.

Empire Ofshore Wind LLC fled a civil suit in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia on Jan. 2 challenging the U.S. Department of the Interior’s order directing a suspension to the Empire Wind project.

Empire says it has coordinated closely with numerous federal ofcials on national security reviews since it executed its lease for the project in 2017. In addition, Empire notes that it meets regularly with ofcials charged with oversight of security issues for the project, including weekly meetings with the U.S. Coast Guard and other marine frst responders.

Empire Wind is more than 60% complete and Equinor has invested over $4 billion so far. The project’s construction phase alone has put nearly 4,000 people to work, both within the lease area and through the revitalization of the South Brooklyn Marine Terminal.

The Department of Interior sent shudown notices to fve ofshore wind projects.

SWEAT440 franchise opens in Eastchester

By Peter Katz / pkatz@westfairinc.com

A franchised outlet of the fitness operation SWEAT440 opened at 367 White Plains Road in Eastchester with a Jan. 17 ribbon-cutting. SWEAT440, which is headquartered in Miami Beach, was founded in 2018. The company shows that it currently has 10 U.S. locations in operation.

The SWEAT440 locations offer 40-minute workout classes built around small groups spending 10 minutes at each of four diferent stations. The stations ofer various exercises covering mobility training, cross-training, strength training, and high-intensity interval training. The company

describes it as being aimed to burn fat, boost metabolism, and make both beginners and experienced ftness enthusiasts sweat.

The Eastchester location is locally owned and operated by sisters Kristen and Jamie Albert who are Westchester residents.

“This grand opening was a big day for us personally and professionally,” Kristen Albert said.

“We were excited to ofcially open our doors, cut the ribbon, and welcome our neighbors.”

The facility says it is ofering more than 60 classes a day and welcomes people of all experience and capability levels.

Inside the SWEAT440 location in Eastchester.

Rendering of Empire wind farm.

It’s back to PURA for the Aquarion Water Co. merger

By Gary Larkin / glarkin@westfairinc.com

NEW BRITAIN – A Superior Court judge ruled Thursday that the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) acted “illegally” in denying the change in control application submitted by Aquarion Water Authority, South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority (RWA) and Eversource Energy and has remanded the application back to PURA.

Eversource was seeking the change in control following its $2.4 billion purchase of Aquarion Water in a deal that came about after the state legislature approved the creation of the nonproft Aquarion Water Authority last year.

“… the court remands this mat-

ter back to PURA for any proceedings consistent with this memorandum of decision,” Superior Court Judge Matthew Budzik wrote in his decision. “For clarity, the court does not order that PURA must approve the application. While the court agrees with the plaintifs that PURA has no authority to overrule the decisions made by the legislature and set forth expressly in statute, not all of PURA’s reasons for denying the application contravene Connecticut law.”

However, the judge rejected the plaintifs’ argument that General Statutes § 16-47(d)’s (the law that formed the Aquarion Water Authority) requirement that PURA shall make a

“While the towns believe that PURA acted properly as a matter of law, we understand that Judge Budzik disagreed on two of the three grounds for PURA’s denial.” — Christine Vitale, Fairfeld First Selectperson

“determination” as soon as practicable and not more than 230 days after the fling of the application, means that PURA must issue a “lawful order” within that time period or the application is deemed approved.”

Under the deal, Aquarion, which provides public water service to 57 Connecticut municipalities and is regulated by PURA, would no longer be subject to regulatory oversight since it would be a nonproft.

Eversource appealed the Nov. 19 PURA decision on Dec. 2 stating: the decision “is wrong as a matter of law and must be reversed and remanded with instructions to approve the transaction.”

Aquarion Water Co. and Aquarion Water Authority believes the court’s decision will allow for a resolution that will allow the deal to go through.

“Today’s clear decision from the court provides a path forward which we believe should be focused on collaboration and reaching a practical resolution that supports long-term infrastructure investment, protects customers, and ensures safe, reliable water service across Connecticut,” according to a joint statement from the two entities. “We appreciate the Court’s direction and will continue engaging with PURA and all stakeholders as this matter moves forward.”

While Fairfeld First Selectperson Christine Vitale said she and other municipalities will not give up the fght against the Aquarion change in

control, she saw a silver lining in the court’s decision to remand the application back to PURA.

“While the towns believe that PURA acted properly as a matter of law, we understand that Judge Budzik disagreed on two of the three grounds for PURA’s denial,” Vitale said. “However, he properly concluded that PURA had the power to conclude that the inadequate budget, stafng and independence of the proposed Ofce of Consumer Afairs was not in the public interest.

“We appreciate that the Court refused to order PURA to approve the application, and instead remanded the case to PURA for further proceedings. “We will continue to fght against this unacceptable transaction – which will guarantee unregulated increases in water rates – and we look forward to continuing to advance our arguments to PURA that this transaction is unacceptable to the town and clearly not in the public interest.”

State Republican leadership also disagreed with Judge Budzik’s decision rejection of the state regulator’s denial of the Aquarion Water merger.

“We respectfully urge the Ofce of the Attorney General to appeal this decision,” said Sens. Stephen Harding, Ryan Fazio, Heather Somers, Tony Hwang and Eric Berthel. “In November, we thanked PURA for voting down this atrocious deal, which will cause a tsunami of unending water rate spikes in cities and towns across Connecticut.”

One of Aquarion Water's reservoirs in Fairfield County. PhotocourtesyofAquarion

MoCACT names Robin Ja ee Frank new executive director

WESTPORT – The highly respected senior museum leader Robin Ja ee Frank, PhD, will lead Museum of Contemporary Art/Connecticut in Westport (MoCACT) as its next executive director.

Frank will guide the museum into its next phase with a focus on curatorial excellence, operational strength, greater visibility, and deeper community engagement, according to board President Jodi Felton. Frank replaces Ruth Mannes, who stepped down after fve years at the helm in early 2025.

“Robin is an innovative leader whose strategic expertise will position the Museum for long-term success. Her arrival marks the start of a vibrant new era for the institution and the communities we serve,” said Felton, who cochaired the Executive Director Search Committee with MoCA\CT Board member Kathryn Turley-Sonne. She described Frank’s appointment as “transformational” and welcoming a “new chapter” for the nonprofit. “Robin brings both fresh vision and seasoned leadership at a pivotal moment for MoCA\CT. She understands how museums operate, how they evolve, and how leadership must balance ambition with practical execution,” she said.

The museum presents thought-provoking exhibitions and programs that enrich the cultural landscape of Connecticut and the greater region. Through the visual arts, performing arts, arts education, and community engagement, MoCA\CT connects diverse audiences with art.

Frank, a longtime Westport resident, is honored to help shape MoCA/CT’s future and make it a hub for learning, creativity, music, visual and performing arts, education, and community.

“My priorities for the frst year are to chart a strategic path forward that prioritizes curatorial, programmatic, educational, and operational excellence; a healthy revenue mix; a marketing and communications strategy to raise the museum’s local and national visibility and reputation; and to increase membership and attendance,” Frank said. “In a time when cultural and educational institutions across America are facing unprecedented funding challenges, I will bring to MoCA\CT experience as an efective fundraiser and persuasive steward, having culti-

vated supporters and secured substantial grants at other institutions.”

A cultural strategist, Frank has held senior curatorial roles at major institutions and has organized, taught, published, and lectured extensively on American visual culture and public engagement in the arts.

“Through my service for the past year on the Visual Arts Advisory Committee, I’ve developed an abiding afection for MoCA\CT,” Frank said.

“As the Executive Director, I’m honored to be able to help realize its enormous potential. The Museum enriches Fairfeld County and beyond by ofering thought-provoking art exhibitions, world-class musical performances, and exceptional arts education.”

She said she hopes to bring to MoCA\CT a commitment to multidisciplinary, expansive storytelling that communicates ideas to diverse audiences in accessible ways that connect the arts to real-world issues and topical subjects. “All of us at MoCA\ CT share a commitment to education and community outreach,” she added. “Through thoughtful engagement with our audiences, our exhibitions and programs increase understanding of art’s possibilities and resonance.”

Frank previously served as chief curator and curator of American paintings and sculpture at the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art in Hartford and earlier as curator at the Yale University Art Gallery. In addition, she’s organized exhibitions that traveled to museums nationally, lectured and published widely on American visual culture, managed dynamic curatorial teams, and collaborated with artists, educators, designers, conservators, and librarians. She is the author of the award-winning “Coney Island: Visions of an American Dreamland, 1861–2008.”

Also, she taught at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, worked as guest curator for the New York Historical Society, and guided exhibitions and programs at the Silvermine Arts Center in New Canaan.

According to Felton, Frank’s leadership aligns with MoCA\CT’s mission of fostering connections through inclusive, inspiring, and diverse artistic experiences.

“Her deep ties to Westport and

By Pamela Brown

Connecticut ensure that the museum remains connected to the community, while her museum expertise supports thoughtful, mission-driven programming,” Felton said. “I believe she will strengthen MoCA\CT’s role as a cultural connector – bringing artists, audiences, and ideas together in ways that refect both local identity and broader contemporary conversations.” Frank says she is committed to making visible the incredible talent that exists in Westport and beyond: “MoCA\CT serves the local community, the broader region, the tri-state area, and beyond, while also elevating Connecticut’s role in the cultural conversation.”

Robin Ja e Frank, PhD, of Westport is the new executive director of the Museum of Contemporary Art/Connecticut. PhotoscourtesyofMoCACT

Museum of Contemporary Art/Connecticut.

Legal Records

WESTCHESTER COURT CASES

U.S. Bankruptcy Court

White Plains and Poughkeepsie

Local business cases, Jan. 14 - 20

Judith Zisha, codebtor Hosiery Island, Monsey, 26-22038-SHL: Chapter 7: assets $40,669, liabilities

$325,126. Attorney: Allen A. Kolber.

337 Congress WB LLC, Spring Valley, Yechiel Cohen, member, 26-22046SHL: Chapter 7, assets

$100,000 - $500,000, liabilities $500,000 - $1 million. Attorney: pro se.

Mullionz LLC: Montgomery, Edward Page, president, 26-35046-KYP: Chapter 7, assets $88,792, liabilities

$1,253,596. Attorney: Dario DiLello.

U.S. District Court, White Plains

Local business cases, Jan. 14 - 20

Cassidy Lee, Topock, Arizona, et al, vs. PepsiCo Inc., Purchase, et al, 26-cv-329: Anti-trust, class action. Attorney: Christopher Micheletti.

Lab Technology LLC, Albuquerque, New Mexico vs. MSS Electronics Inc., White Plains, 26-cv-374PMH: Patent infringement. Attorney: Isaac Rabicoff.

DEEDS

Above $1 million

572 van Ranst Place LLC, Franklin Lakes, New Jersey. Seller: 572 van Ranst Place LLC, Mount Vernon. Property: 572 Van Ranst Place, Mamaroneck. Amount: $1.2 million. Filed Dec. 18.

831 Route 35 Cross River LLC, South Salem. Seller: Carol-Ann E. DeRose, Cross River. Property: 831 Route 35, Lewisboro. Amount: $1.5 million. Filed Dec. 17.

Brouwer, Christopher, Bedford. Seller: 288 Greenwich Road LLC, Bedford. Property: 288 Greenwich Road, Bedford. Amount: $2 million. Filed Dec. 19.

Chin Family LLC, White Plains. Seller: Neil & Michael Deutsch LLC, Wellington, Florida. Property: 615 N. Broadway, North Castle. Amount: $2.2 million. Filed Dec. 22.

Davis Brook Realty LLC, Valhalla. Seller: 464 Lakeview LLC, New York. Property: 466 Lakeview Ave., Mount Pleasant. Amount: $6.4 million. Filed Dec. 22.

Friends of the Mozartina Arts Conservatory Inc., Tarrytown. Seller: DP 147 LLC, Mount Kisco. Property: 57 Main St., Greenburgh. Amount: $1 million. Filed Dec. 18.

Gould, Pauline, Pound Ridge. Seller: 16 Col. Sheldon Pound Ridge LLC, White Plains. Property: 16 Col. Sheldon Lane, Pound Ridge. Amount: $4.5 million. Filed Dec. 18.

Harrison RE Holdings LLC, Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey. Seller: David Cristiano, Harrison. Property: 321 Halstead Ave., Harrison. Amount: $1.2 million. Filed Dec. 19.

Marquee 163 Wolfs Lane LLC, Pelham. Seller: CV 163 Wolfs Lane LLC, Mamaroneck. Property: 163 Wolfs Lane, Pelham. Amount: $2.2 million. Filed Dec. 18.

Mroczka, Julie, Brooklyn. Seller: Pound Ridge Garden LLC, Purchase. Property: 20 Salem Road, Pound Ridge. Amount: $1.3 million. Filed Dec. 17.

Nebija, Bekim, Whitestone. Seller: NFM Realty LLC, Yonkers. Property: 54 Hazelton Road, Yonkers. Amount: $1.2 million. Filed Dec. 16.

Rac Closing Services LLC as Nominee, Cheshire, Connecticut. Seller: Brian J. Alcorn, Armonk. Property: 14 Bayberry Road, North Castle. Amount: $1.9 million. Filed Dec. 18.

Venturist Property 2 LLC. Seller: Sevgi Gursel, New Rochelle. Property: 50 Forest Circle, New Rochelle. Amount: $1.3 million. Filed Dec. 16.

Below $1 million

1908 Hunt Avenue LLC, Bronx. Seller: William Donohue, Port Chester. Property: 181 Mountain Road, Mount Pleasant. Amount: $590,000. Filed Dec. 16.

233 Woodworth LLC, Yonkers. Seller: Lisa Bluestein, Scarsdale. Property: 233 Woodworth Ave., Yonkers. Amount: $461,000. Filed Dec. 16.

27 Halstead Owner LLC, Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey. Seller: Felix and Catherine Cristiano Family Ltd. Partnership, Harrison. Property: 27 Halstead Ave., Harrison. Amount: $150,000. Filed Dec. 18.

8 Indian Hill Harrison LLC, Eastchester. Seller: Bonnie B. Javor Revocable Living Trust, Amagansett. Property: 8 Indian Hill Road, Harrison. Amount: $549,000. Filed Dec. 18.

Ciampa, Michael, Bronxville. Seller: Antonio J. Ciampa Trust, No 2, Tuckahoe. Property: 325 Marbledale Road, Eastchester. Amount: $825,000. Filed Dec. 18.

DAR Holdings 164 LLC, Newark, New Jersey. Seller: City of Yonkers, Yonkers. Property: 164 Ashburton Ave., Yonkers. Amount: $509,000. Filed Dec. 19.

Gayosso Improvements LLC, Jefferson Valley. Seller: Lizbertnie Inc., Jefferson Valley. Property: 498 E. Main St., Yorktown. Amount: $175,000. Filed Dec. 19.

Gitsit Solutions LLC, Orange, California. Seller: Frank J. Makar, Paupack, Pennsylvania. Property: 50 Fairmont St., Greenburgh. Amount: $458,000. Filed Dec. 18.

H&G 134th Street LLC, Ozone Park. Seller: 2021-1 Realty Holdings III LLC, Tampa, Florida. Property: 39 Livingston Ave., Yonkers. Amount: $512,000. Filed Dec. 22.

K5ny Real Estate LLC, Yorktown Heights. Seller: Joseph Visconti, Yorktown Heights. Property: 3505 Hill Blvd., Yorktown. Amount: $157,000. Filed Dec. 18.

Kajadi LLC, Rye. Seller: Perez Miriam, Port Chester. Property: 61 Haseco Ave., Rye Town. Amount: $680,000. Filed Dec. 17.

Levin Group Holdings LLC, Irvington. Seller: Wendy G. Sibley, Avon, Colorado. Property: Sherman Avenue, Greenburgh. Amount: $760,000. Filed Dec. 18.

Mts29 LLC, Mahopac. Seller: Arnau Sandra L. Property: 37 Harding Ave., Mount Pleasant. Amount: $350,000. Filed Dec. 22.

Perth W Palm Beach, Florida. Property: 14 Bridle Path Road 1-4, Ossining. Amount: $365,000. Filed Dec. 18.

Point 62 LLC, White Plains. Seller: Anthony R. Tirone, White Plains. Property: 40 Northfield Ave., Greenburgh. Amount: $520,000. Filed Dec. 17.

Sposito, Joseph J., Madison, Connecticut. Seller: Pipou Sheldrake LLC, Larchmont. Property: 101 Sheldrake Place 101-10, Mamaroneck. Amount: $660,000. Filed Dec. 18.

Syla, Avni, Yonkers. Seller: Fermi Enterprise LLC, Yonkers. Property: 96 Hart Ave., Yonkers. Amount: $860,000. Filed Dec. 16.

TDT Contractor LLC, Bronx. Seller: Deborah D. Tolve-Ciciriello. Property: 21 Danner Ave., Harrison. Amount: $950,000. Filed Dec. 17.

US Bank, West Palm Beach, Florida. Seller: Anthony R. Tirone, White Plains. Property: 4 The Lane, Somers. Amount: $581,000. Filed Dec. 18.

V&C 1018 Properties LLC, Putnam Valley. Seller: Vincent Daddona, Crompond. Property: 51 Baron De Hirsch Road, Cortlandt. Amount: $500,000. Filed Dec. 18.

Walnut Street Properties LLC, Briarcliff Manor. Seller: Colleen E. Holby. Property: 46 Walnut St., Mount Pleasant. Amount: $810,000. Filed Dec. 18.

Wright, Nesta, Mount Vernon. Seller: Robinson Development LLC, White Plains. Property: 65 W. Second St., Mount Vernon. Amount: $700,000. Filed Dec. 16.

Alvarado, Nadia S, Yonkers. $4,535 in favor of Capital One NA, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 18.

Ayewah, John U., New Rochelle. $6,125 in favor of Citibank NA, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed Dec. 17.

Blake, Sarah, Goldens Bridge. $3,654 in favor of Citibank NA, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed Dec. 17.

Bui, Truc T., Mohegan Lake. $33,449 in favor of American Express National Bank, Sandy, Utah. Filed Dec. 17.

Campbell, Sean C., New Rochelle. $5,847 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed Dec. 17.

Castillo, Jenally, Yonkers. $11,183 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed Dec. 17.

Caviness, Tyana T., Yonkers. $5,717 in favor of Capital One NA, Mclean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 17.

Chaires, Roberto, Yonkers. $7,393 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed Dec. 18.

Charry, M. P., Yonkers. $15,445 in favor of American Express National Bank, Sandy, Utah. Filed Dec. 17.

Clark, Robert C., New Rochelle. $7,109 in favor of Capital One NA, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 17.

Clarke, Sherwyn J., Mount Vernon. $8,370 in favor of Bank of America NA, Charlotte, North Carolina. Filed Dec. 18.

Cruz, Ruben De La, Yonkers. $3,236 in favor of Capital One NA, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 18.

Items appearing in the Westfair 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 e ort 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:

Harrison RE Holdings LLC, Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey. Seller: Felix and Catherine Cristiano Family Limited Partnership, Harrison. Property: 8 Halstead Ave., Harrison. Amount: $3.4 million. Filed Dec. 17.

273 Halstead Owner LLC, Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey. Seller: Felix and Catherine Cristiano Family Limited Partnership, Harrison. Property: 242-246 Harrison Ave., Harrison. Amount: $800,000. Filed Dec. 18.

2marble Corp., Hastings-onHudson. Seller: James Stranges, Hastings-on-Hudson. Property: 2 Marble Terrace, Greenburgh. Amount: $735,000. Filed Dec. 18.

Mirpuri, Naina R., Bronx. Seller: Bridge Stone Realty LLC, Hartsdale. Property: 141 Beechwood Ave., Mount Vernon. Amount: $780,000. Filed Dec. 19.

Mohegan Lexington LLC, Montrose. Seller: 19 Brigel Way LLC, Monroe. Property: 3222 Lexington Ave., Cortlandt. Amount: $275,000. Filed Dec. 16.

JUDGMENTS

Alexander, Eugene, White Plains. $9,214 in favor of Citibank NA, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed Dec. 17.

Almodovar, Efrain, Yonkers. $7,525 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed Dec. 17.

Almodovar, Efrain, Yonkers. $9,656 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed Dec. 17.

Curis Lifeline LLC, Frisco, Texas. $225,207 in favor of GCM Funding LLC, White Plains. Filed Dec. 17.

Daniels, Mary, Pleasantville. $6,975 in favor of Citibank NA, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed Dec. 18.

Danzy, Nicole R., Scarsdale. $6,447 in favor of Capital One NA, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 17.

Dejonge, Connie M., Peekskill. $3,849 in favor of Capital One NA, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 17.

Doherty, Sara E, Yonkers. $6,696 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed Dec. 18.

Eddings, Ambraya M., Mount Vernon. $2,056 in favor of Capital One NA, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 17.

Espinal, Danny, Ossining. $2,378 in favor of Capital One NA, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 17.

Garcia, Steven, Peekskill. $4,910 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed Dec. 17.

Hiland, Michael C., New Rochelle. $4,108 in favor of Bank of America NA, Charlotte, North Carolina. Filed Dec. 18.

Inayet, Zamina, Crotonon-Hudson. $4,502 in favor of Capital One NA, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 17.

Khan, Zahoor H., Millwood.

$13,633 in favor of Capital One NA, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 18.

Krause, Mindy B., Mahopac. $2,333 in favor of Citibank NA, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed Dec. 17.

Lopez, Maykol, Elmsford.

$4,006 in favor of Capital One NA, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 18.

Meehan, Terence A., White Plains. $18,656 in favor of Citibank NA, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed Dec. 18.

Melendez, Osnan, Yonkers. $6,394 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed Dec. 17.

Negron, N.V., Bronxville. $10,595 in favor of Cavalry Spv I LLC, Greenwich, Connecticut. Filed Dec. 18.

Nicol, Barbara A., Sleepy Hollow. $6,253 in favor of Bank of America NA, Charlotte, North Carolina. Filed Dec. 17.

Ochoa, Martha L., Yonkers. $6,135 in favor of Capital One NA, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 18.

Ortega, Jody, Yonkers. $5,143 in favor of Capital One NA, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 18.

Outar, Rudolph, New Rochelle. $15,421 in favor of Cavalry Spv I LLC, Greenwich, Connecticut. Filed Dec. 18.

Plazas, Joseph F., Mount Vernon. $8,246 in favor of Capital One NA, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 18.

Ramos, Jose A., Mount Vernon. $9,773 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed Dec. 17.

Reyes, Antonia, Mount Vernon. $1,957 in favor of Cavalry Spv I LLC, Greenwich, Connecticut. Filed Dec. 17.

Rodriguez, Ismael, Mount Vernon. $2,994 in favor of Capital One NA, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 17.

Salem Golf Club Associates LLC, North Salem. $95,000 in favor of Bedford Pool Service Inc. Filed Dec. 17.

Sanchez, Flora, New Rochelle. $3,082 in favor of Citibank NA, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed Dec. 18.

Santiago, Arthur J., Yonkers. $4,561 in favor of Capital One NA, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 18.

Shkreli, Robert, Yorktown Heights. $6,768 in favor of Cavalry Spv I LLC, Greenwich, Connecticut. Filed Dec. 18.

Sica, Patrick J., Crotonon-Hudson. $3,259 in favor of Citibank NA, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed Dec. 17.

Spina, Frank, Yorktown Heights. $4,349 in favor of Hudson Valley Credit Union, Poughkeepsie. Filed Dec. 17.

Varvaro, Kathy, White Plains. $7,565 in favor of Synchrony Bank, Draper, Utah. Filed Dec. 15.

Wade, Mamdou, New Rochelle. $12,572 in favor of Cavalry Spv I LLC, Greenwich, Connecticut. Filed Dec. 17.

Williams, Elinor D., New Rochelle. $13,790 in favor of Citibank NA, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed Dec. 17.

Williams, Jordon N., West Harrison. $2,167 in favor of Capital One NA, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 17.

Williams, Lesleigh D., Yonkers. $2,691 in favor of Capital One NA, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 17.

LIS PENDENS

Boone Law PLLC, as owner. Filed by Freedom Mortgage Corp. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $293,388 affecting property located at 20 Croton Dam Road, Ossining. Filed Dec. 10.

Campbell, John C.- estate, as owner. Filed by Citibank NA-Trust. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $52,000 affecting property located at 41 Point St., Unit 3C, Yonkers. Filed Dec. 9.

Capital One NA, as owner. Filed by M&T Bank. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $488,000 affecting property located at 205 Davis Ave., White Plains. Filed Dec. 4.

Coleman, Damien, as owner. Filed by Citizens Bank NA. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $50,000 affecting property located at 50 High Ridge Court, Mount Pleasant. Filed Dec. 5.

Collins, John, as owner. Filed by US Bank Trust NA. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $345,000 affecting property located at 3 Dupont Ave., White Plains. Filed Dec. 5.

Coyt, Jose Manuel, as owner. Filed by US Bank Trust NA. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $480,000 affecting property located at 1 Park Ave., Port Chester. Filed Dec. 2.

DeChiaro, Thomas, as owner. Filed by Farm Credit East ACA. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $775,000 affecting property located at 715 E. Main St., Yorktown. Filed Dec. 3.

French Holdings LLC, as owner. Filed by US Bank Trust Company N A. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $250,000 affecting property located at 136 N. Hampton Drive, White Plains. Filed Dec. 3.

Figari, Nichole, as owner. Filed by The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company NA. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $1,100,000 affecting property located at 27 Reynolds Lane, Bedford. Filed Dec. 1.

Galea, Joseph F., as owner. Filed by PHH Mortgage Corp. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $212,000 affecting property located at 55 Putnam Road, Cortlandt. Filed Dec. 4.

Gramatan Company Ltd., as owner. Filed by Finance of America Reverse LLC. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $906,000 affecting property located at 79 Brookdale Ave., New Rochelle. Filed Dec. 6.

Guerrero, Ursula, as owner. Filed by Pennymac Loan Services LLC. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $317,000 affecting property located in Yonkers. Filed Dec. 1.

Magro, Jill M., as owner. Filed by Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Trust. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $391,500 affecting property located at 31 Stonewall Court, Yorktown. Filed Dec. 3.

Ochoa, Graciela, as owner. Filed by Newrez LLC. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $420,000 affecting property located at 45 Irving Ave., Cortlandt. Filed Dec. 1.

Torres, Augustin, as owner. Filed by US Bank Trust NA. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $288,500 affecting property located at 123 Bolmer Ave., Yonkers. Filed Dec. 8.

MECHANIC’S LIENS

353 N. Bedford Road LLC, Mount Kisco. $22,039 in favor of L&W Supply Corp., Beloit. Filed Jan. 6.

Anglin, Cory, Eastchester. $215,194 in favor of Comstock Residential Contracting, Purchase. Filed Jan. 5.

Colantonio, Kathy T., Eastchester. $3,500 in favor of Citron Brothers Plumbing & Heating, Tuckahoe. Filed Jan. 8.

Cole, Jennifer, White Plains. $22,086 in favor of Welcome Homes NY Building Co., New York. Filed Jan. 8.

Levinson, Christine V., Rye. $10,389 in favor of Arctic Mechanical Inc., Port Chester. Filed Dec. 29.

Lighthouse Landing Communities LLC, Mount Pleasant. $23,948 in favor of Smedley Aerial Lifts LLC, Branford. Filed Jan. 8.

LRE Ferris LLC, Mamaroneck. $35,678 in favor of Centimark Corp., Circle Canon. Filed Jan. 8.

LT Eastchester LLC, Eastchester. $23,700 in favor of Setanta Inc., New York. Filed Dec. 29.

New Rochelle Power Owner LLC, New Rochelle. $35,000 in favor of A1 Specialized Inc., New York. Filed Jan. 5.

Thorson, Miles, Pound Ridge. $163,994 in favor of Welcome Homes NY Building Company LLC, New York. Filed Jan. 6.

VC Bridgewater Inc., Peekskill. $10,869 in favor of Ultimate Kitchen Inc. Filed Dec. 29.

NEW BUSINESSES

Partnerships

Gixp Painting Services, 110 Waring Place, No. 2C, Yonkers 10703. c/o Jose Luis Perez and Raul Hernandez. Filed Jan. 7.

Mendoza Cleaning Services, 1 Ritters Lane, No. 4, Yonkers 10703. c/o Maria De La Salud Mendoza Delgado and Xochiquetzal Bustos Mendoza. Filed Jan. 7.

Sole Proprietorships

4169 Bedford Management Company, 16 Overlook Road, Dobbs Ferry 10522. c/o Bonifacio Zaino. Filed Jan. 7.

Continuum Supply Co., 84 Neperan Road, Apt. 2, Tarrytown 10591. c/o Jason Good. Filed Jan. 2.

Darwish Home Improvement, 1 Bryant Crescent, No. 2l, White Plains 10605. c/o Abdallah Darwish. Filed Jan. 8.

Drop, 100 Waring Place 1, Yonkers 10703. c/o Konan J. Athacon. Filed Jan. 6.

Elissa Lin Rathe, 100 Alpine Road, Yonkers 10710. c/o Elissa Lin Rathe. Filed Jan. 6.

EQ Athletics, 47 Bari Manor, Croton-on-Hudson 10520. c/o Alan Kellman. Filed Jan. 8.

Freetoluv Fashion, 204 Nobhill Drive, Elmsford 10523. c/o Shawne Pesram. Filed Jan. 8.

Happy Nail Salon, 637 McLean Ave., Yonkers 10705. c/o Tham T. Nguyen. Filed Jan. 7.

Homesteadhoboz, 15 Amber Lane, Somers 10589. c/o Jaclyn Llana Weiss. Filed Jan. 6.

Hosanna Childcare, 651 Ashford Ave, Ardsley 10502. c/o Daniel Lee. Filed Jan. 5.

Moderno Gifts, 106 Villa Ave., Yonkers 10704. c/o Gabriela Ravanelli. Filed Jan. 8.

Phil Gardiner

Photography, 127 Bronxville Road, Bronxville 10708. c/o Philip M. Gardiner. Filed Dec. 19.

River & Ridge Media, 150 Overlook Ave., 8G, Peekskill 10566. c/o Kenneth Saez. Filed Dec. 22.

Rosemarys Secret, 23 Old Mamaroneck Road, White Plains 10605. c/o Miguel Camargo. Filed Dec. 29.

Silbersher Law, 75 S. Broadway, Fourth floor, White Plains 10601. c/o Zachary David Silbersher. Filed Dec. 30.

Tolosa Wealth Management, 3 Southview Road, Chappaqua 10514. c/o Yamil Tolosa. Filed Dec. 24.

Westchester House Music Association, 110 N. Third Ave. No. 60, Mounlt Vernon 10550. c/o James Dickerson. Filed Dec. 30.

Westchester Pro Builders, 10 Mackellar Court, Peekskill 10566. c/o Aida Marlene Santos Acosta. Filed Dec. 30.

HUDSON VALLEY

BUILDING LOANS

Above $1 million

Manila, Ashley, as owner. Lender: NBT Bank National Association. Property: in Rhinebeck. Amount: $1 million. Filed Dec. 17.

Below $1 million

Alnamer Properties LLC, as owner. Lender: Loan Funder LLC Series 113639. Property: in city of Poughkeepsie. Amount: $144,637. Filed Dec. 1.

Buelow, Claudette L. and Kimberly A. Ackert, as owner. Lender: Bank of Greene County. Property: in NorthEast. Amount: $525,000. Filed Nov. 21.

Gottschalk, Ashley, as owner. Lender: Westchester Modular Homes Construction Corp. Property: in town of Poughkeepsie. Amount: $486,750. Filed Dec. 19.

Hattar, Henry L., as owner. Lender: TEG FCU. Property: in Beekman. Amount: $581,500. Filed Dec. 9.

Henry, Michael John, as owner. Lender: Mid-Hudson Valley FCU. Property: in Dover. Amount: $746,657. Filed Dec. 5.

LaGrange RE Holding LLC, as owner. Lender: Nesheiwat Builders Inc. Property: in LaGrange. Amount: $400,000. Filed Nov. 25.

Legal Records

O’Brien, James, as owner. Lender: Homestead Funding Corp. Property: in city of Beacon. Amount: $576,383. Filed Dec. 12.

Orchard Depot LLC, et al, as owner. Lender: Farm Credit East ACA. Property: in Red Hook. Amount: $490,000. Filed Dec. 3.

Russo, Brett and Krista Russo, as owner. Lender: TD Bank NA. Property: in East Fishkill. Amount: $860,000. Filed Dec. 9.

DEEDS

Above $1 million

Below $1 million

316 Main LLC, Poughkeepsie. Seller: 306 Main Street LLC, Hyde Park. Property: in city of Poughkeepsie. Amount: $900,000. Filed Nov. 19.

35 West Market LLC, Saugerties. Seller: Community Action Partnership for Dutchess County Inc., Poughkeepsie. Property: 44 E. Market St., Red Hook. Amount: $500,000. Filed Nov. 26.

63 Franklin LLC, New Paltz. Seller: Glenwood Real Estate Holdings LLC, Hopewell Junction. Property: 69 Glenwood Ave., city of Poughkeepsie. Amount: $425,000. Filed Nov. 26.

Elk Ridge Construction 2 LLC, Canary Island, Florida. Seller: Robert E. Gover, Hyde Park. Property: 47 O’Brien Hill Road, Union Vale. Amount: $180,000. Filed Nov. 26.

Gentile, Jacleen D. Trust, Highland. Seller: Toll Van Wyck LLC, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania. Property: in Fishkill. Amount: $695,000. Filed Nov. 14.

Greenberg, Andre, Poughkeepsie. Seller: Herb Redl LLC, Poughkeepsie. Property: in town of Poughkeepsie. Amount: $333,000. Filed Nov. 14.

Hudson Home Buyers LLC, Salisbury Mills. Seller: Joanne Prunty, Wappinger Falls. Property: 7 Lydia Drive, Wappinger. Amount: $300,000. Filed Nov. 20.

2314 Route 83 LLC, Brooklyn. Seller: Casale LLC, Clinton Corners. Property: in Pine Plains. Amount: $1.6 million. Filed Nov. 19.

5 Homestead Farm Lane LLC, Pine Plains. Seller: Robert Perotti, Millerton. Property: in NorthEast. Amount: $6.4 million. Filed Nov. 21.

Ank Realty Inc., Poughkeepsie. Seller: Washington Hollow LLC, Salt Point. Property: 2509-2517 Route 4, Salt Point. Amount: $3.3 million. Filed Nov. 19.

Durone, Anthony J., Kansas City, Montana. Seller: 32 Tamarack Drive LLC, Hopewell Junction. Property: 32 Tamarack Drive, Hopewell Junction. Amount: $5.4 million. Filed Nov. 26.

Kaku Inc., Poughkeepsie. Seller: Eca Buligo Hudson Bank LLC, Tampa, Florida. Property: in town of Poughkeepsie. Amount: $2.2 million. Filed Nov. 24.

937 N. Quaker Lane LLC, Hyde Park. Seller: Salvatore Maiello, Staatsburg. Property: in Hyde Park. Amount: $395,000. Filed Nov. 20.

Archdeep3 LLC, Newburgh. Seller: Hamilton Court LLC, Poughkeepsie. Property: in city of Poughkeepsie. Amount: $800,000. Filed Nov. 25.

Bawa, Awahou, Bronx. Seller: Toll Van Wyck LLC, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania. Property: in Fishkill. Amount: $545,000. Filed Nov. 26.

BR & RJW Holdings LLC, Newburgh. Seller: MMG Properties LLC, Poughkeepsie. Property: 119 Forbus St., city of Poughkeepsie. Amount: $330,000. Filed Nov. 19.

Bridgepoint Properties LLC, Bronx. Seller: Lydia Schelechow, Poughkeepsie. Property: in city of Poughkeepsie. Amount: $345,000. Filed Nov. 26.

Butler Hamilton LLC, North Salem. Seller: O’Neill Group Hamilton LLC, Hackensack, New Jersey. Property: 102 S. Hamilton St., city of Poughkeepsie. Amount: $500,000. Filed Nov. 26.

Items appearing in the Westfair 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 e ort 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:

DeLeon, Rudolph, Hopewell Junction. Seller: Fair Haven Meadows LLC, Mahopac. Property: 52 Fairhaven Court, Hopewell Junction. Amount: $669,000. Filed Nov. 20.

Hurricane Homes LLC, LaGrangeville. Seller: TJ Associates Inc., Hopewell Junction. Property: 32 N. Bridge St., city of Poughkeepsie. Amount: $330,000. Filed Nov. 26.

J. Carter Group 54 Pleasant Lane LLC, Poughkeepsie. Seller: Roanld J. Lemar, LaGrangeville. Property: in town of Poughkeepsie. Amount: $187,000. Filed Nov. 20.

J&J Holdings US LLC, Wappingers Falls. Seller: Anthony L. Lisella, Wappinger Falls. Property: 96 Montfort Road, Wappinger. Amount: $305,000. Filed Nov. 25.

JB Real Estate Property Holdings LLC, Rhinebeck. Seller: Gary Trombini, Rhinebeck. Property: 3226 Route 9G, Rhinebeck. Amount: $400,000. Filed Nov. 26.

JDC Stormville LLC, Stormville. Seller: Wanda Simmons, Stormville. Property: in East Fishkill. Amount: $250,000. Filed Nov. 20.

Jones, Jennifer V., Yonkers. Seller: 247 Capital Management LLC, Poughkeepsie. Property: in LaGrange. Amount: $425,000. Filed Nov. 25.

Lagom 2 LLC, Germantown. Seller: Roger S. Daly Trust, Red Hook. Property: in Red Hook. Amount: $440,000. Filed Nov. 26.

LaGrange RE Holding LLC, Carmel. Seller: Nesheiwat Estates Inc., New Paltz. Property: in LaGrange. Amount: $100,000. Filed Nov. 26.

LaGrange RE Holding LLC, Carmel. Seller: Nesheiwat Estates Inc., New Paltz. Property: in LaGrange. Amount: $100,000. Filed Nov. 26.

Mabbetts Pond LLC, Orange, New Jersey. Seller: Stephen O. Paganuzzi Jr., Rhinebeck. Property: in Washington. Amount: $980,000. Filed Nov. 25.

Mak464 LLC, Red Hook. Seller: Norman Greig, Red Hook. Property: in Red Hook. Amount: $160,000. Filed Nov. 26.

Maloney Road Property LLC, Fishkill. Seller: Beekman Heights LLC, Poughkeepsie. Property: in Hopewell Junction. Amount: $397,000. Filed Nov. 20.

McAleavey, Julia, Cranford, New Jersey. Seller: Hudson Valley Technologies Inc., Poughkeepsie. Property: in Washington. Amount: $610,000. Filed Nov. 18.

Paez, Daniel, Beacon. Seller: Route 82 LLC, Poughkeepsie. Property: in East Fishkill. Amount: $816,500. Filed Nov. 25.

Pillco, Segundo L. Saguay, Poughkeepsie. Seller: Scott Christopher Ricci, Poughkeepsie. Property: in town of Poughkeepsie. Amount: $300,000. Filed Nov. 19.

Popovich, Arthur, Pawling. Seller: Whaley Lake Recreation Company LLC, Brooklyn. Property: in Pawling. Amount: $115,000. Filed Nov. 20.

Riegle, Michael, Hyde Park. Seller: Deal House Capital Fund II LLC, New Rochelle. Property: in Hyde Park. Amount: $306,000. Filed Nov. 26.

Rinaldi Plumbing Services LLC, Beacon. Seller: Tina M. Pomarico, Wappinger Falls. Property: in Fishkill. Amount: $425,000. Filed Nov. 26.

Rmmby Equity LLC, Monroe. Seller: Timothy R. Chokwe, New Rochelle. Property: 10 Lexington Ave., city of Poughkeepsie. Amount: $345,000. Filed Nov. 20.

Theiabell LLC, Poughkeepsie. Seller: Kevin Winphrie, Poughkeepsie. Property: 34 Cottage St., city of Poughkeepsie. Amount: $100,000. Filed Nov. 20.

Vincent Trocchia Trust, Red Hook. Seller: 25 Old Farm Road Development LLC, Poughkeepsie. Property: 36 Benson Loop, Red Hook. Amount: $85,000. Filed Nov. 19.

JUDGMENTS

Adler, Solomon, Monroe. $20,778 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed Dec. 11.

Alvarez, Joyce M., New Windsor. $1,494 in favor of Cavalry Spv I LLC, Greenwich, Connecticut. Filed Dec. 15.

Austin Nicole Avery LLC, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. $45,490 in favor of Simply Funding LLC, Chester. Filed Dec. 3.

Barnable, Patrick J., Goshen. $4,093 in favor of Citibank, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed Dec. 4.

Bennett, Rebecca, Newburgh. $1,500 in favor of Lvnv Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed Dec. 11.

Blake, Pierre D., New Windsor. $5,684 in favor of Capital One, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 11.

Bostic, Shaune, Monroe. $3,745 in favor of Capital One, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 11.

Brenner, Kimmarie D., New Windsor. $2,242 in favor of Capital One, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 3.

Brun, Elvis S., Middletown. $5,849 in favor of Capital One, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 4.

Connell, Joanne, Newburgh. $1,671 in favor of Lvnv Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed Dec. 11.

Corsello, Francis, Highland Mills. $1,482 in favor of Midland Credit Management Inc., San Diego, California. Filed Dec. 12.

Corter, Amber, Pine Island. $3,935 in favor of Midland Credit Management Inc., San Diego, California. Filed Dec. 12.

Crespo, Sandra, Middletown. $3,075 in favor of Citibank, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed Dec. 11.

Dennison, Towana, Middletown. $1,627 in favor of Midland Credit Management Inc., San Diego, California. Filed Dec. 12.

Don Resin LLC, et al, Hialeah, Florida. $117,027 in favor of Simply Funding LLC, Chester. Filed Dec. 5.

Duclervil, Sterlin, Bloomingburg. $4,698 in favor of Mid-Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union, Kingston. Filed Dec. 15.

Edwards, Michaeleen, Middletown. $7,414 in favor of Synchrony Bank, Draper, Utah. Filed Dec. 5.

Ferara, Patricia, Middletown. $2,160 in favor of Capital One, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 16.

Finley, Frederick, New Windsor. $1,754 in favor of Lvnv Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed Dec. 3.

Fitzsimmons, Kiera J., Pine Bush. $4,353 in favor of Capital One, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 11.

Flores, Adam, Monroe. $2,500 in favor of Capital One, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 4.

Folk, Anjuan, Harriman. $4,150 in favor of Citibank, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed Dec. 11.

For My Kids Construction & Cleaning LLC, et al, Carrollton, Georgia. $18,495 in favor of Simply Funding LLC, Chester. Filed Dec. 15.

Freckleton, Lloyd, New Windsor. $1,778 in favor of Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC, Norfolk, Virginia. Filed Dec. 16.

Friedman, Pinchus, Monroe.

$291,163 in favor of American Express National Bank, Sandy, Utah. Filed Dec. 11.

Gillespie, John, Chester.

$9,820 in favor of Capital One, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 16.

Gioia, Chaz J., New Windsor.

$1,277 in favor of TD Bank USA, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. Filed Dec. 15.

Gonzalez, Thomas, Walden.

$9,167 in favor of Capital One, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 16.

Gordon, Greg, Warwick.

$3,551 in favor of Synchrony Bank, Draper, Utah. Filed Dec. 3.

Hales Electric LLC, et al, Hot Springs, South Dakota.

$19,571 in favor of Simply Funding LLC, Chester. Filed Dec. 3.

Hamilton, Justin C., Middletown. $6,257 in favor of Capital One, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 16.

Jackson, Wendell, Newburgh. $8,076 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed Dec. 5.

John, Sherine K., Highland Mills. $3,473 in favor of Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC, Norfolk, Virginia. Filed Dec. 11.

Kingly, Ronald J., Washingtonville. $8,524 in favor of Mid-Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union, Kingston. Filed Dec. 15.

Labels Unlimited Inc., Nashville, Tennessee. $95,042 in favor of Simply Funding LLC, Chester. Filed Dec. 3.

Lascano, Kimberly, Monroe.

$1,620 in favor of Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC, Norfolk, Virginia. Filed Dec. 11.

Leon, Johanna, Washingtonville. $7,468 in favor of Synchrony Bank, Draper, Utah. Filed Dec. 11.

Lewis, Rachel, Middletown.

$4,590 in favor of Midland Credit Management Inc., San Diego, California. Filed Dec. 12.

Lewis, William, Newburgh.

$9,292 in favor of Cavalry Spv I LLC, Greenwich, Connecticut. Filed Dec. 11.

Luongo, Joseph Louis Jr., New Windsor. $2,753 in favor of Lvnv Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed Dec. 16.

MacGowan, Kenneth J., Chester. $2,454 in favor of Midland Credit Management Inc., San Diego, California. Filed Dec. 4.

Maio, Anthony, Maybrook. $10,299 in favor of US Bank National Association, Cincinnati, Ohio. Filed Dec. 15.

Marin, Andrea, Newburgh. $1,127 in favor of TD Bank USA, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. Filed Dec. 15.

Markowski, Michael, Pine Bush. $1,459 in favor of Lvnv Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed Dec. 11.

Martinez, Jose Duran, Newburgh. $4,806 in favor of Synchrony Bank, Draper, Utah. Filed Dec. 11.

May, Staci, Port Jervis. $4,911 in favor of Midland Credit Management Inc., San Diego, California. Filed Dec. 15.

Merritt, Zulema, Goshen. $1,367 in favor of Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC, Norfolk, Virginia. Filed Dec. 15.

Milici, Thomas Gerard Jr., Montgomery. $3,409 in favor of Bank of America, Charlotte, North Carolina. Filed Dec. 16.

Nails & Spa 1 Corp., Great Falls, Montana. $19,349 in favor of Simply Funding LLC, Chester. Filed Dec. 15.

O’Flanagan, Christina, New Windsor. $1,519 in favor of TD Bank USA, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. Filed Dec. 15.

Ojiaku, Joy, Monroe. $2,288 in favor of Discover Bank, Columbus, Ohio. Filed Dec. 4.

Olowu, Adegoke F., Middletown. $7,759 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed Dec. 11.

Ortega, Cristian Manuel, Rensselaer. $10,946 in favor of Mid- Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union, Kingston. Filed Dec. 15.

Ortiz, Annette, Montgomery. $11,529 in favor of Capital One, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 11.

Pinnock, Rodrick, Port Jervis. $1,333 in favor of Lvnv Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed Dec. 11.

Quintero, Miguel, New Hampton. $2,527 in favor of Citibank, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed Dec. 4.

Ramirez, Dante, Middletown. $4,485 in favor of Midland Credit Management Inc., San Diego, California. Filed Dec. 12.

Rios, Irma, Newburgh. $6,888 in favor of Capital One, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 11.

Sang, Renee, Middletown. $22,387 in favor of Keybank National Association, Buffalo. Filed Dec. 3.

Sansone, Frances, Harriman. $10,046 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed Dec. 4.

Soteldo, Carelvi, Scotchtown. $3,126 in favor of Citibank, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed Dec. 4.

Stevens, Betsy L., Montgomery. $17,173 in favor of Credit Acceptance Corp., Southfield, Michigan. Filed Dec. 3.

Sumter, Gracey, Montgomery. $3,523 in favor of Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC, Norfolk, Virginia. Filed Dec. 11.

Tapia, Juan P., Port Jervis. $6,247 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed Dec. 11.

Terry, Jason, New Windsor. $1,767 in favor of Midland Credit Management Inc., San Diego, California. Filed Dec. 5.

Tewksbury, Nadine A., Middletown. $15,810 in favor of Capital One, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 4.

Teye, Paul, Washingtonville. $2,216 in favor of Meenan Oil Company LP, Woodbury. Filed Dec. 3.

Thrower, David, Middletown. $1,766 in favor of Midland Credit Management Inc., San Diego, California. Filed Dec. 12.

Woodruff, Heather J., Rock Tavern. $2,200 in favor of Capital One, McLean, Virginia. Filed Dec. 11.

Z Style LLC, North Hollywood, California. $36,703 in favor of Simply Funding LLC, Chester. Filed Dec. 15.

MECHANIC’S LIENS

10 Calvert LLC, as owner. $7,570 in favor of D’Agostino Landscaping Inc. Property: 10 Calvert Drive, Monsey. Filed Dec. 18.

10 Cardinal LLC, as owner. $1,798 in favor of Aden Mining & Material Inc. Property: 10 Cardinal Lane, Spring Valley. Filed Dec. 16.

Colon, Diana Martinez and James O’Brien, as owner.

$59,990 in favor of Ray of Light Electric Inc. Property: 765 Wolcott Ave., Beacon. Filed Dec. 17.

Colon, Diana Martinez and James O’Brien, as owner.

$44,650 in favor of Espinozapro Contracting LLC. Property: 765 Wolcott Ave., Beacon. Filed Dec. 22.

Gibbs Seifuddin, as owner.

$37,560 in favor of Infinity Solar Systems LLC. Property: 179 South St., Middletown. Filed Dec. 30.

IIP NY 1 LLC, et al, as owner.

$511,000 in favor of Ariston Tyko LLC. Property: 14 Hudson Crossing Drive, Hamptonburgh. Filed Dec. 24.

LK Drive 694 LLC, as owner. $180,000 in favor of Mandel Mordchai. Property: 43 Elkay Drive, Chester. Filed Dec. 31.

Martinelli, Antonio, as owner. $6,801 in favor of EZ Electric. Property: 651 Route 9w, Nyack. Filed Dec. 16.

Reserve At Clarkstown LLC, as owner. $3,455 in favor of Sunbelt Rentals Inc. Property: 13 Parrott Road, West Nyack. Filed Dec. 22.

Twelve Elaine LLC, as owner. $13,268 in favor of Active Fire Protection Inc. Property: 8 First St., Spring Valley. Filed Dec. 19.

NEW BUSINESSES

Partnerships

All Safe Fire & Burglar

Alarm, 62 N. Main St., Florida 10921. c/o Robert and Merrihue Gladkowski. Filed Jan. 2.

Mulligan Research Co., 12 Sawyers Park Drive, Goshen 10924. c/o Kevin Robert and Cheryl L. Mulligan. Filed Dec. 31.

Sole Proprietorships

Annies Nail Spa, 356 Windsor Hwy., Suite 200, New Windsor 12553. c/o Nguyen Thanh Duc. Filed Jan. 5.

Checks N Balances, 26 Oak St., Brewster 10509. c/o See Barbara J. Filed Dec. 29.

Convenant Creation Family Restoration Rafa Restoration After Fatal Addiction, 417 Rakov Road, Maybrook 12543. c/o Springer Crenshaw Vanessa Derell. Filed Dec. 29.

Distinctive & Authentic Solutions, 1 Thayer Lane, 1A, Newburgh 12550. c/o Deandra Galleta Wright. Filed Dec. 30.

Evelyns Business Solution, 8 Tulip Court, Highland Mills 10930. c/o Evelyn Agustin. Filed Dec. 30.

Fantastic 4 Double Dutch Co., 16 Magnolia Drive, Chester 10918. c/o Delores Finlayson. Filed Dec. 30.

Hey Livewire, 10 Lakeview Place Warwick 10990. c/o Melanie Palishen. Filed Dec. 29.

Ironclad Interior Finish, 19 Mari Road, Chester 10918. c/o Bryan Christopher Currao. Filed Jan. 2.

MLH Marine Services, 24 Irma Drive, Putnam Valley 10579. c/o Matthew Graefe. Filed Dec. 29.

Nails By Pich, 673 Little Britain Road, New Windsor 12553. c/o Thach Pich. Filed Dec. 30.

Overlook Adjusters, 5 Brookside Drive East, Harriman 10926. c/o Rebecca Pellot. Filed Jan. 2.

Ruthie In Bloom, 69 Wickham Drive, Warwick 10990. c/o Erin Ruth Schleiff. Filed Jan. 5.

Sit N Sign Notary, 5 Brookside Drive East, Harriman 10926. c/o Rebecca Pellot. Filed Jan. 2.

Legal Records

BUILDING PERMITS

Commercial

99 New Canaan Avenue

LLC, Norwalk, contractor for 99 New Canaan Avenue LLC. Perform replacement alterations at 99 New Canaan Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $1,000. Filed Nov. 20.

AGW SONO Partners LLC, Norwalk, contractor for AGW Sono Partners LLC. Perform replacement alterations at 134 Washington St., No. D102, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $1,000. Filed Nov. 24

Altamura, Dominick and Angela Altamura, Norwalk, contractor for Dominick and Angela Altamura. Renovate single-family residence at 190 E. Rocks Road, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed Nov. 21.

Caiby, Joseph A., Norwalk, contractor for RK Norwalk LLC. Relocate existing sprinkler heads at 26 Belden Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $18,900. Filed Nov. 21.

DeSouza, Gustavo Leite, Norwalk, contractor for AGW Sono Partners LLC. Perform replacement alterations at 122 Washington St., Unit 103, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $25,000. Filed Nov. 19.

DiGiorgi, Roofing & Siding Inc., Norwalk, contractor for Monica E. Fitzgerald. Rebuild existing deck at 167 N. Taylor Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $29,250. Filed Nov. 20.

First Street Properties LLC, Norwalk, contractor for First Street Properties LLC. Perform replacement alterations at 21 First St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $42,000. Filed Nov. 24

GLT Construction, Norwalk, contractor for Merritt 7 Venture LLC. Perform replacement alterations at 601 Merritt 7, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $1,962. Filed Nov. 20.

Hondo Commercial LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Hondo Commercial LLC. Perform replacement alterations at 83 Washington St., No.1F, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $45,000. Filed Nov. 21.

LeChase Construction Services LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Norwalk Hospital Association. Remove three skylights and replace with new flat roof at 34 Maple St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $350,000. Filed Nov. 21.

Meridian Construction Services LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Robert A. and Svetlana Lasky. Repair damage to single-family residence at 37 Appletree Lane, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $206,605. Filed Nov. 19.

New Beginning Home Improvement LLC, Norwalk, contractor for 73-75 Main St. Perform replacement alterations at 73-75 Main St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $15,000. Filed Nov. 18.

Pavarini NorthEast Construction Company LLC, Norwalk, contractor for GLIC Real Estate Holding LLC. Perform replacement alterations at 383 Main Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $732,640. Filed Nov. 24

Polak, Waldemar and Baginska Polak, Norwalk, contractor for Waldemar and Baginska Polak. Renovate single-family residence at 27 Birchside Drive, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $40,000. Filed Nov. 17.

Rejoice & Restore LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Stephen L. and Diane L. Kurtessis. Replace roof on full house at 11 Blackberry Lane, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $19,880. Filed Nov. 13.

Rizzo Masonry & Landscaping Inc., Norwalk, contractor for Lou M. Vitti. Construct rear landing with steps to grade to single-family residence at 4 Dairy Farm Road, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $10,000. Filed Nov. 14.

Schernecker Property Services Inc., Norwalk, contractor for Mallards Landing Condo. Remove existing roof and reroof 97 Richards Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $130,000. Filed Nov. 14.

Residential

24 Belden Unit 2 LLC, Norwalk, contractor for 24 Belden Unit 2 LLC. Construct foundation for multifamily residence at 24 Belden Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $1,286,990. Filed Nov. 21.

Antonelli, John E., Norwalk, contractor for Silvermine Riverfront. Replace shingle roof at 6 Silvermine Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $86,272. Filed Nov. 21.

Antonelli, John E., Norwalk, contractor for Silvermine Riverfront. Replace shingle roof at 8 Silvermine Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $57,253. Filed Nov. 21.

Boyian, Paul and Helen Thomas, Norwalk, contractor for Paul Boyian and Helen Thomas. Renovate single-family residence at 27 County St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed Nov. 26.

Davis, Julian N., Norwalk, contractor for Julian N. Davis. Install hot tub at rear of single-family residence at 25 Adams Lane, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $15,000. Filed Dec. 1.

ES Construction LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Edgar and Flor de Maria Apolinario. Remove existing roof and install plywood and new asphalt shingles at 4 Myrtle St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $17,500. Filed Dec. 2.

Fairfield Pool Associates LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Santo A. Delallo Jr. and Kathryn M. Delallo. Construct in-ground pool at 122 W. Norwalk Road, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $80,000. Filed Nov. 19.

Garofalo Bruno and Vivianna Scappatura, Norwalk, contractor for Bruno Garofalo and Vivianna Scappatura. Renovate single-family residence at 45 Lockwood Lane, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $27,500. Filed Nov. 19.

Gikas Roofing, Norwalk, contractor for Antonio Luna. Replace shingles and install ice and water shield at 7 Skyview Lane, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $23,880. Filed Nov. 19.

Gunner LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Isabelle Malin and Matthew Gadman. Replace asphalt shingles on house at 35 Park Hill Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $24,261. Filed Nov. 21.

Jerry & Carr Services LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Louise Williams and Sandra Wilson. Renovate Unit No. 2 at 7 Longview Court, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed Nov. 21.

Joseph A. Marino Contractors Inc., Norwalk, contractor for Charles Joshua Courtney and Nicole Ashley Courtney. Remove existing deck and build new roofed deck at 13 Burlington Drive, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $35,000. Filed Nov. 14.

Lamco Construction Inc., Norwalk, contractor for Brett R. Wilson. Remove existing material and replace siding and roof at 31 Old Saugatuck Road, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $65,000. Filed Dec. 3.

Mocciola Construction LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Jan Elizabeth Walters. Replace damage caused by a tree falling at 1 1/2 Merrill Road, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $16,980. Filed Nov. 20.

Nolan Street LLC 31, Norwalk, contractor for Nolan Street LLC 31. Construct a new two and $ story single-family residence at 31 1/2 Nolan St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $568,000. Filed Nov. 21.

Oak Stone Land Services LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Stephen F. Baker and Helen Winder Sieglaff. Install detached sauna at rear of single-family residence at 14 Craw Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $45,000. Filed Nov. 17.

Pascarelli, Joseph, Norwalk, contractor for Eduardo Rivera and Jose Quiros. Run gas piping from side of house to front of house at 20 Bouton St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $900. Filed Nov. 17.

Quality Pro Services LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Carly L. and Michael W. Flaherty. Reroof whole house at 10 Comstock Hill Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $22,600. Filed Nov. 19.

Rodriguez, Joseph and Cindi N. Rodriguez, Norwalk, contractor for Joseph Rodriguez. Remove existing roof and reroof 30 Strawberry Hill Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $10,000. Filed Dec. 2.

Slaterry Remodeling LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Richard A. and Dona L. Franklin. Remove existing roof and reroof 6 Cobblers Court, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $34,000. Filed Nov. 21.

Sound Renovation LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Tyler Mingo. Remove existing roof and reroof 17 Clara Drive, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $37,575. Filed Dec. 2.

Sunrun Installation Services Inc., Norwalk, contractor for Tania Suborna. Install roof-top solar panel at 1 Lakeview Drive, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $8,364. Filed Nov. 19.

Valadares, Candido A., Norwalk, contractor for Peter Dolle and Donna Stolar. Construct detached three-car garage at 28 Geneva Road, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $150,000. Filed Dec. 2. W. Home Services LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Marcelo Oyervide. Replace asphalt shingles on house at 14 Park Hill Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $10,365. Filed Dec. 3.

Zakhar, Theodore, Norwalk, contractor for Jeffrey Deitz and Joann Smith. Remove existing roof and reroof 64 Quintard Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $20,300. Filed Nov. 26.

COURT CASES

Bridgeport

Superior Court

Items appearing in the Westfair 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 e ort 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.

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ER Salvatore Associates LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Murray Brennan. Construct two-story rear addition, remove existing patio and install new patio kitchen at 64 Crooked Trail Road, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $400,000. Filed Nov. 25.

JP Carroll Roofing LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Thomas L. and Paula M. Burby. Remove existing roof and reroof 23 Lakewood Drive, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $16,726. Filed Nov. 20.

Koroso LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Koroso LLC. Repair fire damage at 211 Liberty Square, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $60,000. Filed Nov. 24.

Salvatore, Jennifer L., Norwalk, contractor for Jennifer L. Salvatore. Renovate existing covered porch, include primary bathroom and relocate interior stairs to basement at 10 Baldwin Road, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $40,000. Filed Nov. 17.

Shedrawy, Robert J., Norwalk, contractor for Robert J. Shedrawy. Renovate single-family residence at 225 W. Rocks Road, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed Nov. 26.

Pacheco, Katherine, et al, Shelton. Filed by Courtney Farrar, Monroe. Plaintiff’s attorney: The Flood Law Firm LLC, Middletown. Action: the plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendants and sustained severe damages and injuries. The plaintiff seeks more than $15,000 in monetary damages, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FBT-CV25-6154710-S. Filed Dec. 22.

Padilla, Adelaida, et al, Far Rockaway. Filed by Guisondia Franco, Bridgeport. Plaintiff’s attorney: Karayiannis & Denkovich PC, Bridgeport. Action: the plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendants and sustained severe damages and injuries. The plaintiff seeks more than $15,000 in monetary damages exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FBT-CV-25-6154756-S. Filed Dec. 22.

Tomlin, Sheldon, Shelton. Filed by Michael Nunez Villar, Bridgeport. Plaintiff’s attorney: Rosenberg & Hite LLC, Stratford. Action: the plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendant and sustained severe damages and injuries. The plaintiff seeks more than $15,000 in monetary damages exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FBT-CV26-6154017-S. Filed Dec. 4.

Danbury Superior Court

99 Federal Road LLC, et al, Danbury. Filed by William E. Goldsmith, Bronx. Plaintiff’s attorney: Ventura and Ribeiro LLC, Danbury. Action: the plaintiff was lawfully on the premises when he was allegedly caused to fall due to the steep side slope of the handicapped ramp and depression in the asphalt in the adjacent parking lot thereby causing plaintiff to suffer the injuries. The incident was allegedly caused by the negligence of the defendants for not maintaining the premises, including the handicapped ramp and the parking lot. The plaintiff seeks more than $15,000 in monetary damages exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. DBD-CV-25-6057004-S. Filed Nov. 18.

Costco Wholesale Corporation, et al, Manchester. Filed by David Zylberman, Vernon. Plaintiff’s attorney: The Flood Law Firm LLC, Middletown. Action: the plaintiff was lawfully on the premises controlled by the defendants when he was caused to fall due to the icy condition of the sidewalk, thereby causing him to suffer injuries. The plaintiff seeks more than $15,000 in monetary damages exclusive of interest and costs and such other and further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. DBD-CV-25-6057092-S. Filed Dec. 21.

Priority One Inc., Southbury. Filed by Danbury Signs Inc. Danbury. Plaintiff’s attorney: Smart Law Group PC, Danbury. Action: the plaintiff and defendant entered into an asset purchase agreement wherein plaintiff agreed to purchase all the assets of defendant used or held for use of the business Defendant agreed to convey such assets to plaintiff subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the agreement. At the closing, plaintiff delivered payment to defendant as required under the agreement. However, the defendant has failed to deliver all assets to plaintiff. The plaintiff seeks more than $15,000 in monetary damages exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. DBD-CV-25-6057127-S. Filed Nov. 24.

Sannasi, Ashton, et al, Waterbury. Filed by Yaneli Ortega-Pesantez p.p.a. Zheni Pesantez-Brabo, Danbury. Plaintiff’s attorney: Michael E. Skiber Law Office, Norwalk. Action: The plaintiff was a pedestrian walking when defendant allegedly struck the plaintiff causing the plaintiff to the ground and causing the plaintiff injuries. The plaintiff seeks more than $15,000 in monetary damages exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. DBD-CV-25-6057123-S. Filed Nov. 24.

Stamford Superior Court

Cp4 Fairfield LLC, et al, Manchester. Filed by Aaron Gershon, Stamford. Plaintiff’s attorney: BBB Attorneys LLC, Stratford. Action: the plaintiff leased an apartment from the defendant at the premises. The plaintiff’s apartment experienced water intrusion though no fault of the plaintiff, for which the defendant was aware. At the same time and place, the defendant refused to replace the water-damaged carpet. Plaintiff obtained medical care and diagnosis testing and discovered probable mold exposure resulting in hypersensitivity pneumonitis.

As a result, plaintiff filed a complaint with the Charter Oak Communities Housing Choice Voucher Program for potential mold exposure. As a direct and proximate result of the defendants’ negligence, carelessness and failure to maintain the premises in a reasonably safe condition, the plaintiff was exposed to toxic mold and mycotoxin-producing fungi within his residence.

The plaintiff seeks more than $15,000 in monetary damages exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FST-CV-25-6077645-S. Filed Dec. 9.

RMS 74 Broad Street LLC, et al, Stamford. Filed by Yetzman Esteban-Diaz p.p.a. Petrona Diaz, Norwalk. Plaintiff’s attorney: Michael E. Skiber Law Office, Norwalk. Action: the plaintiff, a minor, was lawfully on the premises controlled by the defendant as a business invitee, bending down in front of an end cap to wait for his mother when blankets displayed on shelves allegedly caused three shelves to collapse and fall on him along with the merchandise.

The plaintiff’s injuries were due to the negligence and/or carelessness of the defendant.

The plaintiff seeks more than $15,000 in monetary damages exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FST-CV-25-6077465-S. Filed Dec. 2.

The Grasso Companies LLC, Hartford. Filed by Carmen Beckford, New York. Plaintiff’s attorney: Eddy & Associates PLLC, Westport. Action: the plaintiff was lawfully crossing the street by the premises controlled by the defendant when the plaintiff was allegedly caused to trip on uneven pavement causing her to fall to the ground and sustain injuries. The plaintiff seeks more than $15,000 in monetary damages exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FST-CV-25-6077648-S.

Filed Dec. 9.

Town of Westport, Westport. Filed by Berkleynet, Manassas, Virginia. Plaintiff’s attorney: Greene Law PC, Farmington. Action: the plaintiff is the Worker’s Compensation Insurance Provider for the Westport Public Library. The plaintiff was an employee of the library, when she slipped and fell on exterior stairs outside of the library property. As a result of the accident, plaintiff sustained injury to her knee and made a claim against Worker’s Compensation and received benefits. Upon information and belief, the external stairs of the library are owned and maintained by the defendant, who owed a duty to the library and its employees to maintain and keep the exterior stairs in good and safe working order.

The plaintiff seeks more than $15,000 in monetary damages exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FST-CV-25-6077732-S. Filed Dec. 12.

62-74 Soundview LLC, Fairfield. Seller: Joseph J. Lagana Builders Inc., Milford. Property: 62 Soundview Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $905,000. Filed Dec. 22.

62-74 Soundview LLC, Fairfield. Seller: Joseph J. Lagana Builders Inc., Milford. Property: 74 Soundview Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $905,000. Filed Dec. 22.

Allgeier, William B. and Alexa B. Allgeier, Fairfield. Seller: 45 Robin Circle LLC, Fairfield. Property: 45 Robin Circle, Fairfield. Amount: $1,949,000. Filed Dec. 23.

Chicatell, Barbara A., Stamford. Seller: KL Property LLC, Stamford. Property: 5 W. Washington Ave., Unit 5, Stamford. Amount: $220,000. Filed Dec. 15.

Espinoza, Vilma Victoria, et al, Darien. Seller: US Bank Trust NA, Dallas, Texas. Property: 83 Mulberry St., Stamford. Amount: $568,500. Filed Dec. 18.

Lew, Sergio and Andrea Paula Boshelli, Stamford. Seller: JTH Construction Company LLC, Norwalk. Property: 8 Jama Lane, Stamford. Amount: $1,629,000. Filed Dec. 15.

Mayus, Marcus A., Riverside. Seller: Amin Construction LLC, Stamford. Property: 3 Finney Knoll Lane, Riverside. Amount: $3,150,000. Filed Dec. 23.

Molina, Melvin R., North Salem, New York. Seller: The Lantern Group LLC, Stamford. Property: 91 Strawberry Hill Ave., Unit 1022, Stamford. Amount: $250,000. Filed Dec. 19.

17 Woodale LLC, New York, New York. Seller: Robert Ronen, Greenwich. Property: 17 Woodale Road, Greenwich. Amount: $0. Filed Dec. 23.

5 Northridge Road LLC, Old Greenwich. Seller: Nancy C. Huber, Greenwich. Property: 137 Shore Road, Old Greenwich. Amount: $2,600,000. Filed Dec. 24.

RMS 177 Broad Street LLC, Stamford. Seller: 177 Broad Street Owner LLC, New York, New York. Property: 177 Broad St., Stamford. Amount: $10. Filed Dec. 18.

The Stamford Hospital, Stamford. Seller: Stillwater Avenue LLC, Surfside, Florida. Property: 171 Stillwater Ave., 17 Stillwater Place and Stillwater Place, Stamford. Amount: $10. Filed Dec. 19.

Residential

Baranowsky, Erica and Frank C. Pagliaro IV Shelton. Seller: Julita Silva, Fairfield. Property: 709 Tunxis Hill Road, Fairfield. Amount: $540,000. Filed Dec. 22.

Calabrese, Kayla, Greenwich. Seller: Carolina M. Palacios and Julian M. Fernandez, Miami, Florida. Property: 45 Etti Lane, Unit 301, Greenwich. Amount: $892,000. Filed Dec. 22.

Courtney, Kyle, Stamford. Seller: Marc Strongwater, Stamford. Property: 56 Stone St., Stamford. Amount: $509,000. Filed Dec. 17.

Davis, Stephen and Gloria Abena Koomson-Davis, Stamford. Seller: Jacquelyn Nota, Stamford. Property: 48 Randall Ave., Unit 3, Stamford. Amount: $590,000. Filed Dec. 18.

DiBiase, Christopher J. and Alisha C. Holland, Fairfield. Seller: Jill Brideau, Fairfield. Property: Lot 11, Map 1438, Oakwood Drive, Fairfield. Amount: $688,500. Filed Dec. 23.

Elliott, Denise and James Doles, Spokane, Washington. Seller: Loretta Dillon and Thomas Dillon, Stamford. Property: 279 E. Middle Patent Road, Stamford. Amount: $1,771,700. Filed Dec. 19.

Feldman, Charles and Tikva Feldman, Flushing, New York. Seller: Ali A. Kazi and Maura J. Kazi, Stamford. Property: 27 Crane Road N., Stamford. Amount: $860,000. Filed Dec. 16.

Figueroa, David Aaron and Elissa Gail Leventhal Figueroa, Stamford. Seller: Christopher O’Connell, Stamford. Property: 433 High Ridge Road, Stamford. Amount: $785,000. Filed Dec. 18.

Franks, Jane and Marcus Franks, Stamford. Seller: Natalie Levitt, Stamford. Property: 602 Fairfield Ave., Stamford. Amount: $10. Filed Dec. 16.

George, Minto C. and Michelle Waller-George, Fairfield. Seller: Patrick Fogarty and Amelia Fogarty, Fairfield. Property: 378 Castle Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $515,000. Filed Dec. 24.

Jing, Genevieve and Matthew Fay, Brooklyn, New York. Seller: Barry Gould and Diana Fahimian Gould, Stamford. Property: 132 Old North Stamford Road, Stamford. Amount: $1,130,000. Filed Dec. 15.

Koch, John E., Greenwich. Seller: John E. Koch, Greenwich. Property: 40 W. Elm St., Greenwich. Amount: $1. Filed Dec. 23.

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Legal Records

Kornienko, Alex, Stamford. Seller: Charles MacLean, Stamford. Property: 1552 Hope St., Stamford. Amount: $1,130,000. Filed Dec. 16.

LaPointe, David, Stamford. Seller: Jason Kaplowitz, Stamford. Property: 2437 Bedford St., Unit C13, Stamford. Amount: $440,000. Filed Dec. 15.

Luci-Bernard, Anastazia, Newtown. Seller: Anthony De Tino, Stamford. Property: 27 Northill St., Unit 4L, Stamford. Amount: $300,000. Filed Dec. 17.

Migliano, Vincent T., Stamford. Seller: Aleksandr Fromzel, Stamford. Property: 124 Summer St., Unit 3B, Stamford. Amount: $272,000. Filed Dec. 16.

O’Leary, Denis P. and Ariane Cutolo-O’Leary, Stamford. Seller: Cheng Cheng Wang and Qiufeng Cheng, Stamford. Property: 1 Broad St., Unit 19E, Stamford. Amount: $749,500. Filed Dec. 17.

Palla, Jordyn M., Stamford. Seller: Olim Toiriyon, Stamford. Property: 25 Second St., Unit B-4, Stamford. Amount: $529,000. Filed Dec. 17.

Pottow, Leslie H., Gulf Stream, Florida. Seller: V. Frank Pottow, Gulf Stream, Florida. Property: 8 Grahampton Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $N/A. Filed Dec. 26.

Quinn Sr., Christopher M. and Dana Drugo, Stamford. Seller: Jose Morocho, Stamford. Property: 180 Riverbank Road, Stamford. Amount: $1,190,000. Filed Dec. 16.

Rodriguez, Lealani and Martin Mohabeer, Weston. Seller: Katherine Morris, Stamford. Property: 143 Overbrook Drive, Stamford. Amount: $1,100,000. Filed Dec. 15.

Santa Cruz Barca, Sebastian and Guzman Santa Cruz Barca, Stamford. Seller: Filomena M. Rotante, Stamford. Property: 120 Webb Ave., Stamford. Amount: $515,000. Filed Dec. 17.

Stratton, Austin R. and Zachary M. Marshall, Stamford. Seller: Elizabeth Sabia, Stamford. Property: 160 Wire Mill Road, Stamford. Amount: $719,000. Filed Dec. 15.

Tramuto, Carlotta and Tyler Zemantic, Greenwich. Seller: Matthew Gordon and Diane Gordon, Greenwich. Property: 30 High St., Greenwich. Amount: $920,000. Filed Dec. 22.

Vitiello, Lisa, Riverside. Seller: Lisa Vitiello, Riverside. Property: 25 Myer Place, Riverside. Amount: $N/A. Filed Dec. 22.

Ward, Kelly, Fairfield. Seller: Christopher J. Bjorklund and Felisha C. Barnes, Fairfield. Property: 1748 Stratfield Road, Fairfield. Amount: $725,000. Filed Dec. 23.

Woerz, Jeffrey J. and Erin Woerz, Cos Cob. Seller: Jeffrey J. Woerz and Henry C. Woerz, Cos Cob. Property: 19 Decatur St., Cos Cob. Amount: $10. Filed Dec. 23.

MORTGAGES

Balaji Hills LLC, Clyde Hill, Washington, by Celina Colon. Lender: Goldman Sachs Bank USA, 200 West St., New York, New York. Property: 26 Taconic Road, Greenwich. Amount: $750,000. Filed Dec. 12.

Bell, Lori, Naples, Florida, by David E. Hoyle. Lender: M&T Bank, 1 M&T Plaza, Buffalo, New York. Property: 20 Church St., Apt. A22, Greenwich. Amount: $1,140,000. Filed Dec. 10.

Berger, Jill Dana, Norwalk, by Gary R. Khachian. Lender: Texana Bank NA, 1680 Keller Parkway, Keller, Texas. Property: 92 Montauk St., Unit 92, Fairfield. Amount: $360,000. Filed Dec. 3.

Blick, Gary and Giacomo Mancini, Stamford, by Ann Brown. Lender: US Bank NA, 9380 Excelsior Blvd., Hopkins, Minnesota. Property: 312 Erskine Road, Stamford. Amount: $288,000. Filed Dec. 5.

Bogacki, Jacek and Inesa Malyshka, Greenwich, by Douglas Seltzer. Lender: PennyMac Loan Services LLC, 3043 Tonwsgate Road, Suite 200, Westlake Village, California. Property: 46 Alexander St., Greenwich. Amount: $110,000. Filed Dec. 8.

Boyles, James D. and Marina Boyles, Old Greenwich, by Thomas W. Ozimkoski Jr. Lender: UMC Mortgage Company, 401 Broadhollow Road, Suite 150, Melville, New York. Property: 50 Center Drive, Old Greenwich. Amount: $310,000. Filed Dec. 12.

Brennan, Mark and Kailey Malone Brennan, Fairfield, by Albert T. Strazza. Lender: CMG Mortgage Inc., 3160 Crow Canyon Road, Suite 400, San Ramon, California. Property: 120 Riders Lane, Fairfield. Amount: $753,000. Filed Dec. 2.

Buchholz, Jennifer, Darien, by John Dionisio. Lender: Nationwide Mortgage Bankers Inc., 1305 Walt Whitman Road, Suite 100, Melville, New York. Property: 21 Mathews St., Stamford. Amount: $440,000. Filed Dec. 2.

Carrillo, Antonio and Ana Carrillo, Stamford, by Natasha H. Rose. Lender: Newrez LLC, 1100 Virginia Drive, Suite 125, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania. Property: 17 Leeds St., Stamford. Amount: $320,000. Filed Dec. 3.

Cineas, Jeff and Guetchina Christelle Lops, Stamford, by Jeffrey G. Lane. Lender: Warshaw Capital LLC, 2777 Summer St., Suite 306, Stamford. Property: 125 Buckingham Drive, Stamford. Amount: $634,000. Filed Dec. 1.

Clementine Interiors

LLC, Stamford, by Gillian V. Ingraham. Lender: Commercial Lender LLC, P.O. Box 3801, Vernon. Property: 20 Sherwood Farm Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $4,244,850. Filed Dec. 10.

Crivelli, Alec and Veronica Steiner, Fairfield, by William Zorzy. Lender: US Bank NA, 2800 Tamarack Road, Owensboro, Kentucky. Property: 143 Bennett St., Fairfield. Amount: $705,600. Filed Dec. 1.

Crotty, Tara Richards and Paul Crotty, Fairfield, by Jason J. Morytko. Lender: CMG Mortgage Inc., 3160 Crow Canyon Road, Suite 400, San Ramon, California. Property: 201 Mona Terrace, Fairfield. Amount: $2,000,000. Filed Dec. 5.

D’Elia, Alexandra E. and Massimo D’Elia, Fairfield, by Laura Cartagena. Lender: Bank of America NA, 100 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, North Carolina. Property: 59 Homeland St., Fairfield. Amount: $150,000. Filed Dec. 2.

Daisy Properties LLC, Greenwich, by N/A. Lender: SCCRE Midwood Road Lender LLC, 29 W. 36th St., Suite 904, New York, New York. Property: 55 Midwood Road, Greenwich. Amount: $3,400,000. Filed Dec. 11.

Diaz, Ronald, Stamford, by David E. Hoyle. Lender: Xiomara Andrea Hidalgo, 54 Sport Hill Road, Redding. Property: 30 Dora St., Stamford. Amount: $250,000. Filed Dec. 3.

Dunn, Natalie and Benjamin Rogg-Meltzer, Fairfield, by N/A. Lender: Fairfield County Bank, 150 Danbury Road, Ridgefield. Property: 156 Ross Hill Road, Fairfield. Amount: $744,000. Filed Dec. 3.

Dunne, James G., Fairfield, by Gregory Wyckoff. Lender: Sikorsky Financial Credit Union Inc., 1000 Oronoque Lane, Stratford. Property: 387 Toll House Lane, Fairfield. Amount: $83,337. Filed Dec. 5.

Emerick, Todd M. and Julieann Emerick, Fairfield, by Robert E. Colapietro. Lender: Citizens Bank NA, 1 Citizens Plaza, Providence, Rhode Island. Property: 343 Jackman Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $265,000. Filed Dec. 5.

Firebrace, Sharyn and Steven Boutin, Fairfield, by Jeffrey G. Lane. Lender: Rocket Mortgage LLC, 1050 Woodward Ave., Detroit, Michigan. Property: 418 Jefferson St., Fairfield. Amount: $496,105. Filed Dec. 4.

Fowler, William and Tatyana Fowler, Greenwich, by Jonathan J. Martin. Lender: Rocket Mortgage LLC, 1050 Woodward Ave., Detroit, Michigan. Property: 9 Corrigan Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $1,120,700. Filed Dec. 9.

Frisby, Melissa and Alexander B. Kniffin, Fairfield, by Mingkung Chung. Lender: M&T Bank, 1 Fountain Plaza, Sixth floor, Buffalo, New York. Property: 115 Judson Road, Fairfield. Amount: $500,000. Filed Dec. 4.

Gonzalez, Galo L., Christian X. Gonzalez and Carmen Gonzalez, Stamford, by Tracey Ann N. Plummer. Lender: National Banking Association, 100 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, North Carolina. Property: 33 Derwen St., Stamford. Amount: $140,000. Filed Dec. 5.

Graham, Anne S., Fairfield, by Tamara L. Peterson. Lender: Guaranteed Rate Affinity LLC, 1800 W. Larchmont Ave., Chicago, Illinois. Property: 40 Emerald SPGS, Southport. Amount: $462,784. Filed Dec. 4.

Grey Grove LLC, Greenwich, by Samuel D. Bush. Lender: Kiavi Funding Inc., 2 Allegheny Center, Nova Tower 2, Suite 200, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Property: 11 Perna Lane, Riverside. Amount: $1,282,200. Filed Dec. 12.

Hupal, Timothy P. and Heidi H. Hupal, Greenwich, by Jeffrey G. Lane. Lender: Newrez LLC, 1100 Virginia Drive, Suite 125, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania. Property: 242 Weaver St., Greenwich. Amount: $419,210. Filed Dec. 10.

Islam, Mohammad N. and Nusrat Jahan Nisan, Stamford, by Adam J. Hirsch. Lender: Meadowbrook Financial Mortgage Bankers Corp., 1600 Stewart Ave., Suite 701, Westbury, New York. Property: 196 Frederick St., Stamford. Amount: $800,800. Filed Dec. 1.

Joya, Rodrigo O., Fairfield, by Antonio Faretta. Lender: Homebridge Financial Services Inc., P.O. Box 2026, Flint, Michigan. Property: 501 Elm St., Stamford. Amount: $150,000. Filed Dec. 1.

King, Patrick and Morgan King, Fairfield, by Scott Rogalski. Lender: Homestead Funding Corp, 8 Airline Drive, Albany, New York. Property: 60 Fairfield Place, Fairfield. Amount: $700,000. Filed Dec. 3.

Items appearing in the Westfair 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 e ort 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:

Knopf, Isrella P., Stamford, by N/A. Lender: The Loan Store Inc., 6340 N. Campbell Ave., No. 100, Tucson, Arizona. Property: 75 Rolling Wood Drive, Stamford. Amount: $290,000. Filed Dec. 3.

Kwok, Chun Wai, Greenwich, by Adam J. Hirsch. Lender: Amwest Funding Corp., 6 Pointe Drive, Suite 300, Brea, California. Property: 75 Ritch Ave., No.A, Greenwich. Amount: $806,400. Filed Dec. 11.

Loughran, Rory Denyse and Kerry Anne Loughran, Corona del Mar, California, by M. Cassin Maloney Jr. Lender: Rocket Mortgage LLC, 1050 Woodward Ave., Detroit, Michigan. Property: 52 Carriglea Drive, Riverside. Amount: $7,740,000. Filed Dec. 8.

Lunghino, Derek W., Fairfield, by Jeffrey G. Lane. Lender: Rocket Mortgage LLC, 1050 Woodward Ave., Detroit, Michigan. Property: 174 Blaine St., Fairfield. Amount: $ 750,000. Filed Dec. 3.

Mahajan Associates LLC, New Canaan, by Mario P. Musilli. Lender: US Bank NA, 400 City Center, Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Property: 70 Strawberry Hill Ave., Units GR6 and GR7, Stamford. Amount: $440,000. Filed Dec. 2.

Malhotra, Rajeesh and Sarah Malhotra, Greenwich, by Jonathan T. Hoffman. Lender: US Bank NA, 2800 Tamarack Road, Owensboro, Kentucky. Property: 741 Riversville Road, Greenwich. Amount: $1,500,000. Filed Dec. 8.

Malkinson, Stephen Brian and Virginia Wolff, Rye Brook, New York, by Richard J. Margenot. Lender: William Raveis Mortgage LLC, 7 Trap Falls Road, Shelton. Property: 77 Havemeyer Lane, Unit 46, Stamford. Amount: $400,000. Filed Dec. 4.

Marchica, Stephen Joseph and Michaella Katrina Marchica, Greenwich, by Jeremy E. Kaye. Lender: Bank of America NA, 101 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, North Carolina. Property: 37 N. Porchuck Road, Greenwich. Amount: $2,954,800. Filed Dec. 12.

McEvoy, Sarah, Stamford, by Stephen J. Schelz. Lender: CrossCountry Mortgage LLC, 2160 Superior Ave., Cleveland, Ohio. Property: 15 River Road, Unit 210, Cos Cob. Amount: $375,000. Filed Dec. 10.

Mejia, Luis and Silvia Padilla, Greenwich, by Gillian V. Ingraham. Lender: JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, 1111 Polaris Parkway, Columbus, Ohio. Property: 10 Carissa Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $2,114,000. Filed Dec. 9.

Nardi, Matthew and Ann Nardi, Stamford, by Olive Cassandra Denton. Lender: Ives Bank, 220 Main St., Danbury. Property: 63 Hannahs Road, Stamford. Amount: $250,000. Filed Dec. 5.

Nash Higbee, Nancy Cresap, Cos Cob, by Ronald J. Brien. Lender: M&T Bank, 1 M&T Plaza, Buffalo, New York. Property: 17 Palmer St., No. 5, Cos Cob. Amount: $485,000. Filed Dec. 8.

Neglia, Peter and Mary Ann Neglia, Stamford, by Sai Darshan Gowda. Lender: M&T Bank, 1 Fountain Plaza, Sixth floor, Buffalo, New York. Property: 20 Pine Tree Drive, Stamford. Amount: $150,000. Filed Dec. 4.

Nestor, Patricia, Stamford, by Scarlett A. Almonte. Lender: Bank of America NA, 100 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, North Carolina. Property: 43 Cady St., Stamford. Amount: $250,000. Filed Dec. 1.

Normantas, Lukas and Kenisha Normantas, Fairfield, by Raquel A. Ortiz. Lender: Freedom Mortgage Corporation, 951 Yamato Road, Suite 175, Boca Raton, Florida. Property: 1102 Stillson Road, Fairfield. Amount: $575,875. Filed Dec. 4.

Porpora, Diane and Vincent Porpora, Fairfield, by Mark N. Clarke. Lender: CMG Mortgage Inc., 3160 Crow Canyon Road, Suite 400, San Ramon, California. Property: 251 Soundview Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $752,500. Filed Dec. 2.

Pride, Matthew and Christina Pride, Stamford, by Andrew L. Wallach. Lender: JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, 1111 Polaris Parkway, Columbus, Ohio. Property: 60 Redmont Road, Stamford. Amount: $900,000. Filed Dec. 4.

Quach, Stephanie Yee and Tony Lien Quach, Stamford, by Terriann Walker. Lender: US Bank NA, 9380 Excelsior Blvd., Hopkins, Minnesota. Property: 8 Williard Terrace, Stamford. Amount: $217,348. Filed Dec. 3.

Rush, Michael E. and Mary M. Rush, Fairfield, by CH Barrington. Lender: Lower LLC, 5950 Symphony Woods Road, Suite 312, Columbia, Maryland. Property: 130 Pheasant Lane, Fairfield. Amount: $619,657. Filed Dec. 1.

Sandoval, Oscar, Stamford, by Jason J. Morytko. Lender: Warshaw Capital LLC, 2777 Summer St., Suite 306, Stamford. Property: 43 Cedar St., Stamford. Amount: $682,500. Filed Dec. 2.

Santiago, Diana, Greenwich, by Antonio Faretta. Lender: Quorum Federal Credit Union, 2500 Westchester Ave., Suite 113, Purchase, New York. Property: 15 Canterbury Drive, Greenwich. Amount: $250,000. Filed Dec. 8.

Shah, Hemalkumar S. and Harshavi H Shah, Fairfield, by Patrick Q. Mitchell. Lender: Bank of America NA, 100 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, North Carolina. Property: 294 Warde Terrace, Fairfield. Amount: $ 200,000. Filed Dec. 5.

Skrobisz, Dorian Dawid and Dagmara Rudnicka, Stamford, by Louis J. Colangelo Jr. Lender: CrossCountry Mortgage LLC, 2160 Superior Ave., Cleveland, Ohio. Property: 15 Mathews St., Stamford. Amount: $386,250. Filed Dec. 5.

Smith, Peter Cameron and Elizabeth Kiely Smith, Cos Cob, by Sheila L. Chun. Lender: US Bank NA, 2800 Tamarack Road, Owensboro, Kentucky. Property: 64 Orchard St., Cos Cob. Amount: $1,562,393. Filed Dec. 11.

Sticco, Jennifer, Fairfield, by Samantha Whyte. Lender: M&T Bank, 1 Fountain Plaza, Sixth floor, Buffalo, New York. Property: 340 Old Field Road, Fairfield. Amount: $48,000. Filed Dec. 1.

Talisman, Jared and Julia Talisman, Stamford, by Marisa Dooney. Lender: US Bank NA, 2800 Tamarack Road, Owensboro, Kentucky. Property: 77 Havemeyer Lane, Unit 409, Stamford. Amount: $523,300. Filed Dec. 4.

Thompson, Bryan H. and Virginia L. Thompson, Fairfield, by John R. Fiore. Lender: Sound Federal Credit Union, 37 North Ave., Norwalk. Property: 137 Elm St., Fairfield. Amount: $70,000. Filed Dec. 5.

Unger, John and Suni Unger, Old Greenwich, by Jeffrey R. Houle. Lender: US Bank NA, 2800 Tamarack Road, Owensboro, Kentucky. Property: 52 Round Hill Road, Greenwich. Amount: $1,500,000. Filed Dec. 10.

United Land & Building Development LLC, Old Greenwich, by N/A. Lender: JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, 2500 Westfield Drive, First and second floors, Elgin, Illinois. Property: 45 Binney Lane, Old Greenwich. Amount: $1,800,000. Filed Dec. 10.

Villacis, Ashley and Jean Pierre Escudero, Stamford, by Jonathan T. Hoffman. Lender: Warshaw Capital LLC, 2777 Summer St., Suite 306, Stamford. Property: 36 Finney Lane, Unit 3, Stamford. Amount: $292,600. Filed Dec. 2.

Vu, Vivi and Christopher Moise, Fairfield, by William Zorzy. Lender: US Bank NA, 2800 Tamarack Road, Owensboro, Kentucky. Property: 51 Laurel St., Fairfield. Amount: $524,000. Filed Dec. 2.

Weiss, Scott and Heather Balsky, Cos Cob, by Robert E. Colapietro. Lender: Citizens Bank NA, 1 Citizens Plaza, Providence, Rhode Island. Property: 16 Azalea Terrace, Cos Cob. Amount: $664,200. Filed Dec. 8.

Whyte, Sara E., Fairfield, by Lisa Busgo. Lender: Tomo Mortgage LLC, 1156 Sixth Ave., Ninth floor, New York, New York. Property: 14 Eleanor Ter, Fairfield. Amount: $680,000. Filed Dec. 4.

Wormley, Nick and Michelle Wormley, Fairfield, by Melissa Orozco. Lender: American Eagle Financial Credit Union Inc., 333 E. River Drive, East Hartford. Property: 135 Bittersweet Road, Fairfield. Amount: $188,000. Filed Dec. 4.

Xhema, Jim and Abdullah Xhema, Greenwich, by Thomas J. Heagney. Lender: NQM Funding LLC, 4800 N. Federal Highway. Building E, Suite 200, Boca Raton, Florida. Property: 28 Columbus Ave., Greenwich. Amount: $885,000. Filed Dec. 11.

Zambon, Glorianna and Nicholas Chavez, Fairfield, by Antonio Faretta. Lender: Guaranteed Rate Affinity LLC, 1800 W. Larchmont Ave., Chicago, Illinois. Property: 71 Hitching Post Lane, Fairfield. Amount: $36,846. Filed Dec. 1.

NEW BUSINESSES

123 Mobile Door, 29 Irving Ave., Stamford 06902, c/o All Class Ventures LLC. Filed Jan. 6.

All About You Dental, 95 Morgan St., Suite 1A, Stamford 06905, c/o Stamford Dental Care PLLC. Filed Jan. 12.

Angely, 93 Lincoln Ave., Apt. 2, Stamford 06902, c/o Dalila Esteban Rodriguez. Filed Jan. 8.

B2E, 60 Long Ridge Road, Suite 410, Stamford 06902, c/o Brand to Experience Inc. Filed Jan. 9.

Chilli Pepper Food Truck, 12 Cove Road, Casa, Stamford 06902, c/o Chilli Pepper Food Truck LLC. Filed Jan. 7

Comfy Climates Heating & AC, 1266 E. Main St., Stamford 06902, c/o Eastern State Enterprises LLC. Filed Jan. 8.

Elite Precision Builders, 492 June Road, Stamford 06903, c/o Elite Precision Builders LLC. Filed Jan. 12.

Fanny Cleaning Service, 126 Maple Ave., No. 2, Stamford 06902, c/o Fanny Guarango. Filed Jan. 8.

Growing Waves, Doula & Yoga Services, 8 Glenwood Ave., Apt. 2, Norwalk 06854, c/o Sarah Patricia McGonigle. Filed Dec. 1.

HAJ, 93 Taylor St., 3, Stamford 06902, c/o HAJ Commercial Projects LLC. Filed Jan. 12.

House of Perfumes, 100 Greyrock Place, Stamford 06901, c/o H&D Perfumes LLC. Filed Jan. 12.

IVX Health Inc., 214 Centerview Drive, Suite 250, Brentwood, Tennessee 37027, c/o IVX Health of Connecticut PC. Filed Jan. 12.

JA Elite Football Club, 27 Willowbrook Place, Stamford 06902, c/o JA Elite Soccer Academy LLC. Filed Jan. 8.

JA Elite Indoor Soccer, 27 Willowbrook Place, Stamford 06902, c/o JA Elite Soccer Academy LLC. Filed Jan. 8.

LM Custom Carpentry Handyman, 40 prospect Ave., Apt.. 2-H, Norwalk 06850, c/o Hredko Mykhailo. Filed Dec. 1.

MaxxOil Mobile Service, 63 Hope St., 23A, Stamford 06906, c/o For the Better LLC. Filed Jan. 12.

Monique Cleaning Services, 52 Seaside Ave., Stamford 06902, c/o Monique Souza De Jesus Teixeira. Filed Jan. 8.

Muscle Men Movers and Storage, 57 Doolittle Road, Stamford 06902, c/o Muscle Men Movers Inc. Filed Jan. 9.

Olga Cleaning Services, 126 Maple Ave., 2, Stamford 06902, c/o Olga Suquilanda. Filed Jan. 8.

TAM, 9 Rockridge Drive, Norwalk 06854, c/o Aiden Alvaran. Filed Dec. 1.

Visual Comfort & Co., 24 Washington St., Norwalk 06854, c/o Joseph E. Miller III. Filed Dec. 1.

Visual Comfort, 24 Washington St., Norwalk 06854, c/o Joseph E. Miller III. Filed Dec. 1.

Wagmore, 37 Cherry St., Stamford 06902, c/o Crate Break LLC. Filed Jan. 12.

Yasmin Cleaning Services, 52 Seaside Ave., Stamford 06902, c/o Yasmin De Sousa Teixeira. Filed Jan. 8.

Legal Notices

Notice of Formation of 101 ROBERTSON AVE. R.E. LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 12/03/2025. Ofce location: Westchester County. Princ. Ofce of LLC: c/o The LLC 101 Robertson Ave. 2nd Fl., White Plains, NY 10606. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at the address of its principle ofce. Purpose: Any lawful activity. #63935

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF FRED COX PRODUCTIONS, LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 12/06/25. Ofce location: Westchester County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: FRED COX PRODUCTIONS, LLC, 2890 E. Lake Rd. Skaneateles, NY 13152, principal business location of the LLC. Purpose: any lawful business activity. #63936

Notice of Formation of LLC GrandGardensLotus LLC Articles of Organization filed with The Secretary of State of NY on Dec.2025 LLC Located in Westchester County. The SSNY is designated agent of LLC whom process against it may be served. Post ofce address for The SSNY to mail Processes GrandGardensLotus LLC @490 South Broadway #4B Yonkers NY 10705 Certificate of Organization of LLC’s on File with The Secretary of State of NY (SSNY). Purpose: All lawful act. #63937

NOTICE OF FORMATION of Monali Ghosh Art And Design LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 01/04/2025.

Ofce location: Westchester County, NY. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: 1718 Emma Lane, Mohegan Lake, NY 10547. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. #63938

Notice of formation of Limited Partnership. Name: Newburgh Green Apartments Limited Partnership, (LP). Certificate of Limited Partnership filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSNY) on December 16, 2025. NY ofce location: Westchester County. The SSNY has been designated as agent of the LP upon whom process against it may be served. The SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to c/o The Kearney Realty & Development Group Inc., 57 Route 6, Suite 207, Baldwin Place, New York 10505. The latest date upon which the LP shall dissolve is December 31, 2085 unless sooner dissolved by mutual consent of the partners or by operation of the law. Name/address of each general partner available from SSNY. Purpose: any lawful activity. #63939

Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company. Name: The Green Associates MGP, LLC (LLC). Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSNY) on December 9, 2025. NY ofce location: Westchester County. The SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to c/o The Kearney Realty & Development Group Inc., 57 Route 6, Suite 207, Baldwin Place, NY 10505. Purpose/ character of LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity. #63940

Notice of Application for Authority of Foreign Limited Liability Company to do business in New York. Name: NEAR EAST TRAVEL SERVICES, LLC (LLC). Application for Authority filed with the New York Department of State (NYDOS) on 10/31/2025. LLC formed in Washington (WA) on 08/27/2025. Ofce location is Westchester County. Street address of principal business location of LLC is 245 Croton Dam Rd, Ossining, NY 10562 2108. NYDOS has been designated as agent of foreign LLC upon whom process against it may be served. NYDOS shall mail a copy of such process to the LLC c/o Corporation Service Company, 80 State Street, Albany, NY 12207 2543. LLC is not required to maintain an ofce in WA. Principal ofce address of LLC is 245 Croton Dam Rd, Ossining, NY 10562 2108. A copy of Certificate of Formation of LLC is filed with the Secretary of State of WA, PO Box 40234, Olympia, WA 98504 0234. Purpose of business of LLC is to provide personalized travel services to the near east and nearby territories. #63941

Notice of Formation of Tapestry Collective LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 11/19/25. Ofce location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to United States Corporation Agents, Inc., 7014 13th Avenue, Suite 202, Brooklyn, New York 11228. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. #63942

Notice of Formation of Start Smart Solutions, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 09/06/2025. Ofce location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process 35 Mahopac Avenue, Amawalk, NY 10501. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. #63943

Notice of Formation of YOUNG MCNALLY GROUP, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with SSNY on 09/05/2025. Ofce Location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Elizabeth McNally, 5 Fox Meadow Road, Scarsdale, NY 10583. Purpose: any lawful purpose. #63945

Name of Limited Liability Company (LLC): Black Paw Group LLC. Date of filing Articles of Organization with the Secretary of State (SSNY) 1/5/26. The LLC is in Westchester County. The SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against it served is to the principal business location at 9 Grace Lane, Ossining NY 10562. Purpose: any lawful business activity. #63946

Notice of Formation of Solora Retreats LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on November 6, 2025. Ofce location: Westchester County, NY. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 30 Lake Street, Apt. 9B, White Plains, NY 10603. Purpose: to engage in any lawful act or activity. #63947

Notice of Formation of Hardcore In The 914 LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 1/5/2026. Ofce location: Westchester County. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process may be served. The Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process to: Hardcore In The 914 LLC, 8 Arden Drive, Hartsdale, New York 10530. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. #63948

Notice of Formation of DB BUILDING MAINTENANCE SERVICES LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 01/06/2026. Ofce location: Westchester County. Princ. Ofce of LLC: c/o The LLC 303 East 3rd St., Mt. Vernon, NY 10553. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at the address of its principle ofce. Purpose: Any lawful activity. #63950

Notice of Formation of Le Soro LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 07/28/2025. Ofce location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Le Soro LLC 21 Orchard Lane Elmsford NY 10523. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. #63952

Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSNY) on January 1, 2026. Ofce location: Westchester County, New York. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon him or her to: NorthStar Construction & Landscaping LLC 7014 13th Avenue, Suite 202 Brooklyn, NY 11228 #63953

Notice of Formation of SIXA LIVE LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on December 18, 2025. Ofce location: Westchester County. Secretary of State of New York has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. #63954

Notice of Formation of K.E. Miller Consulting, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 1/6/26. Ofc. Loc: Westchester Cty. SSNY desig. as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 304 S. Lexington Ave., White Plains, NY 10606. Purpose: any lawful purpose. #63955

Notice of Formation of HoYi Consulting LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/19/2026. Ofce location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: HoYi Consulting LLC, 12 Jefrey Ln, Chappaqua, NY 10514. Purpose: Any lawful act. #63957

Notice of Formation of Volia Group, LLC Art. Of Org. Filed with SSNY on 12/30/2025 Ofc. Loc: Westchester Cty. SSNY desig as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 135 Beacon Hill Dr., Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522. Purpose: any lawful activity. #63958

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WELCOME

Citrin Cooperman and Westfair Business Journal welcome you to the 2026 Women in Power event, bringing together influential women from across our region for a candid conversation on leadership, growth, and impact. Throughout the morning, our panelists will share the experiences, insights, and decisions that have shaped their paths, o ering perspective on navigating challenges, breaking barriers, and leading with purpose.

PROGRAM

8:30-9:30 a.m.

Breakfast • Networking

9:30-10:30 a.m.

Panel Discussion

Opening Remarks: Catherine Sabol, Partner, Citrin Cooperman

Panel Moderated by: Chelsea Blancato, Partner, Citrin Cooperman

Panelists:

Lola Gazivoda, Founder and CEO, Bota Consulting Group

Fran Pastore, Founder and CEO, Women’s Business Development Council

Maria Trusa, Founder and CEO, Yo Digo No Mas, Formé Medical Center Urgent Care

PRESENTED BY

CATHERINE SABOL

PARTNER

CITRIN COOPERMAN

CATHERINE SABOL is a partner in Citrin Cooperman’s White Plains o ce, with 19 years of consulting experience in state and local tax. She has devoted her career to helping clients manage state and local tax burdens by addressing issues related to income and franchise, sales and use, employment, and property taxes.

Sabol has guided both companies and individuals through all stages of complex audits, often resulting in little to no change in tax due. She also assists taxpayers in identifying savings opportunities by conducting diligence reviews of previously filed returns, which frequently result in refund claims.

She has spent her entire career in public accounting, drawn to the client service aspect of the profession. Prior to joining Citrin Cooperman, Sabol was a senior manager in the Northeast state and local tax group at BDO USA. She began her career as an associate in the financial services group within the state and local tax practice at PwC.

CHELSEA BLANCATO

PARTNER

CITRIN COOPERMAN

CHELSEA BLANCATO is an audit partner in Citrin Cooperman’s White Plains o ce with more than 15 years of experience providing audit and assurance services to clients across a range of industries. She has led and worked on diverse audit engagements, bringing broad industry knowledge and practical insight to her work.

Blancato has extensive audit experience in healthcare, real estate, employee benefit plans, manufacturing and distribution, architecture and engineering, and the advertising industry.

Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a strong ability to build and maintain client relationships grounded in trust, transparency and value. She takes a proactive, hands-on approach and is known for her strong work ethic, loyalty and commitment to delivering superior client service, with a focus on resolving issues e ciently and e ectively.

Blancato has also served as a co-leader of the Women in Power event for more than 10 years, reflecting her commitment to advancing women’s leadership in the workplace and her passion for mentoring and empowering others through shared experiences.

Unlock Your Voice, Transform Your Future.

Unlock Your Voice, Transform Your Future.

Women in Power know that clear and engaging presentations can set individuals apart in competitive environments.

Women in Power know that clear and engaging presentations can set individuals apart in competitive environments.

That strong presentations can lead to being invited to participate in high profile projects or meetings, thus expanding one's professional network.

That strong presentations can lead to being invited to participate in highprofile projects or meetings, thus expanding one's professional network.

That the ability to convey information persuasively often leads to better buy-in from stakeholders and colleagues, which can be crucial for project success and leadership roles.

That the ability to convey information persuasively often leads to better buy-in from stakeholders and colleagues, which can be crucial for project success and leadership roles.

And that increased self-assurance can lead to more opportunities, as confident individuals are more likely to take risks, speak up in meetings, and advocate for themselves and their ideas.

And that increased self-assurance can lead to more opportunities, as confident individuals are more likely to take risks, speak up in meetings, and advocate for themselves and their ideas.

Spend a moment this morning at our table with Christina Dufour and Michael Crystal to learn how they can enable and empower people who want to follow in your footsteps. IN PARTNERSHIP WITH WESTFAIR BUSINESS JOURNAL

For further info contact evanlare.myriad@gmail.com

Spend a moment this morning at our table with Christina Dufour and Michael Crystal to learn how they can enable and empower people who want to follow in your footsteps. IN PARTNERSHIP WITH WESTFAIR BUSINESS JOURNAL

For further info contact evanlare.myriad@gmail.com

Lola

Gazivoda FOUNDER AND CEO

BOTA CONSULTING GROUP

Lola Gazivoda is the founder and CEO of Bota Consulting Group, an o shore recruiting, consulting and management firm connecting U.S. businesses with top talent from Albania while also supporting onshore organizations with revenue growth, project management and strategic consulting. She brings nearly 20 years of experience in banking, having served as a senior vice president and held leadership roles at JPMorgan Chase, Capital One and M&T Bank, where she managed business banking portfolios and led high-performing teams.

Gazivoda also served as loan portfolio manager and empowerment zone director for the City of Yonkers, overseeing federal funds and economic development initiatives. She is a 40 Under 40 Rising Star honoree recognized by the Business Council of Westchester and remains active in the community through board service with the Westchester Medical Center Foundation, the Business Initiative Corporation of New York and the business development bank board of Tompkins Community Bank. She resides in Bedford, N.Y., with her husband and three children.

Fran Pastore FOUNDER AND CEO

WOMEN’S

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

Fran Pastore is a nationally respected leader in women’s entrepreneurship and a longtime advocate for economic equity, justice and inclusion. She founded the Women’s Business Development Council in 1997 and has grown it into Connecticut’s leading resource for women entrepreneurs, supporting thousands of women in launching, growing and sustaining successful businesses.

Pastore has advised leaders in government and business and served on the National Women’s Business Council. She co-chaired Gov. Ned Lamont’s Jobs and Economy Policy Committee and has contributed to economic development initiatives at the state and local levels. She currently chairs the Connecticut Paid Leave Authority Board and serves on the boards of Hartford HealthCare, the M&T Bank Connecticut Directors’ Advisory Council and the Webster Bank Community Advisory Council.

Her work has had global reach, including engagement with women entrepreneurs in Rwanda, Costa Rica, Ethiopia and Turkey. She has also represented the United States at the Women’s Summit and the Global Entrepreneurship Conference in Istanbul. For nearly three decades, Pastore has helped shape policies advancing women’s economic rights, including testimony before Congress and the Connecticut Legislature.

Maria Trusa FOUNDER AND CEO

YO DIGO NO MAS FORMÉ MEDICAL CENTER URGENT CARE

Maria Trusa is an author, entrepreneur and human rights advocate for children, as well as a philanthropist, public speaker and healthcare leader. She is the owner and CEO of Formé Medical Center and Urgent Care in White Plains, where she has focused on creative, entrepreneurial solutions to expand access to quality health care through a medical membership model serving vulnerable Latino communities, including undocumented and uninsured families.

Trusa’s work also centers on guiding women through a step-by-step process of self-actualization, helping them break free from limiting barriers, gain emotional autonomy and empower others to rewrite their stories.

Citrin Cooperman is one of the nation’s largest professional services firms, whether you are an entrepreneur, a middle-market company, or a global publicly-traded conglomerate, we provide access to top-tier professionals who strive to understand a company’s di erentiators and goals, specializing in going beyond the core compliance functions to provide valuable insight on key business decisions. Our daily mission is to enhance the businesses and personal lives of our clients through our services, guidance, and enthusiasm for building long-standing relationships. We are dedicated to providing clients with an objective viewpoint and insightful advice on whatever challenges they bring to the table.

Our clients span a diverse array of industry and business sectors and find sustainable growth through utilizing our menu of comprehensive personal and professional services. Citrin Cooperman & Company, LLP, a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services and Citrin Cooperman Advisors LLC, which provides business advisory and non-attest services, operate as an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA’s Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. For more information, please visit citrincooperman.com.

A privately held company based in Mount Kisco, New York, Westfair Communications Inc. is the home of the Westfair Business Journal, which you can find online and which now integrate content from former publication WAG magazine, providing readers with a greater variety of business news and features. Westfair also publishes the popular News @ Noon e-newsletters, for late-breaking developments, as well as industry-specific newsletters. For more than 60 years, the Business Journals have been the only weekly countywide business publications. They were founded by former Westchester resident David Moore, a grandson of influential New York publisher Joseph Pulitzer, and John Smith, a former Wall Street Journal editor. In keeping with their founders’ principles, the publications focus on the business community in Fairfield, Westchester and the rest of the Hudson Valley with breaking news, trends, tips and behind-the-scenes profiles among the papers’ specialties. (The new content takes you beyond the business world to explore, food, travel, health/wellness and the home, while the entertainment-flavored calendar suggests where you should be and when.) The papers and newsletters have gained credibility and respect in the region for their honest, timely insights. Westfair also sponsors interactive programs for its readers, some of which are joint ventures with other businesses or community organizations. These programs cover a variety of subjects and take di erent forms, including seminars, expos, conferences, roundtable discussions and debates. For more, visit westfaironline.com or call 914-694-3600.

Manhattanville University (formerly Manhattanville College) is a private liberal arts institution dedicated to academic excellence, purposeful education, and social responsibility. “U.S. News and World Report” ranks Manhattanville among the Top Performers of Social Mobility in Regional Universities North. The university has been recognized among the best colleges in The Princeton Review for close to 20 years. Located 30 miles from New York City on a 100-acre suburban campus in the heart of Westchester County, Manhattanville enables easy access to entertainment o erings, educational resources, and business opportunities for its diverse student body. The university serves more than 1,300 undergraduate students and nearly 1,000 graduate students from more than 44 countries and 33 states. Founded in 1841, the university o ers more than 75 undergraduate and graduate areas of study in the arts and sciences, education, nursing and health sciences, business, and creative writing, as well as continuing and executive education programs. Graduate students can choose from over 70 graduate and certificate programs. Extracurricular o erings include more than 45 clubs and activities and 23 NCAA Division III teams.