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These are heady times for Mohegan Sun. Not only is the casino nearing its 25th anniversary on Oct. 12, it is also girding for

the long-awaited arrival of legalizing iGaming and sports wagering that same month, while it has apparently recovered from the impact of Covid-19 — and then some. “We’ve taken all the steps necessary to make sure our visitors are safe,” Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment President and CEO Ray Pineault told the Business Journal, saying the Uncasville casino went above and beyond the pro-

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tocols established by the CDC and state and local governments to rebuild visitors’ confidence. “We continue to put protocols in place and maintain a culture centered on our guests’ safety,” he said, “and we’ve been pleased with the results.” As well the company should be. For the quarter ended June 30, Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment (MGE) — which in addition to the flagship

Connecticut location operates Mohegan Sun Poconos in Pennsylvania; Fallsview in Niagara Falls, Canada; Mohegan Sun Casino at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, which officially opened on March 25; and, scheduled for 2023, the Inspire Entertainment Resort in Incheon, South Korea — posted net revenues of $328.2 million, a 206% increase over Q3 2020; income from operations of $64 million versus a $20.5

million loss in the previous third quarter; and adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) of $101.7 million, a 1,111.2% increase. As for Mohegan Sun’s pending 25th anniversary, Pineault calls it a “testament to the hard work and dedication of our team members” — many of whom he said have been with the organization since it first opened its doors —

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Fairfield’s Haddad & Partners puts new focus on diversity in advertising BY PHIL HALL phall@westfairinc.com

nyone paying attention to television commercials or print ads recently may have noticed a greater level of diversity in the on-camera talent. But according to Nicolet Gatewood, director of diversity, equity and inclusion at Haddad & Partners in Fairfield, things are a bit different behind the camera. “The advertising industry, historically, has been largely almost segregated,” she said. “As of 2020, African Americans represented about 13% of the U.S. population, but in advertising we’re only about 5.8% — and for the manager roles we’re less than 1%. It is the same with Latinos, who are 18% of the U.S. population, but only about 8% in advertising. “The irony and the saddest part about it,” she said, “is that the industry largely co-opts our cultural creations — Black

Nicolet Gatewood, director of diversity, equity and inclusion at Haddad & Partners. Photo by Phil Hall.

and Latino culture, we see this everywhere — but the people are kind of shut out of the industry, for lack of a better term.” Within Haddad & Partners, a creative digital marketing agency, Gatewood is leading the effort to enact diversification change for the better. She joined the agency in 2019 as manager of engagement programs — she came to the agency with a background in social justice activities and Black diaspora history, but was “fascinated by advertising” and was impressed with Haddad & Partners’ corporate culture. In the wake of the unrest following the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officer, the agency created the division that Gatewood now heads, giving her the goal of not only expanding the racial and ethnic diversity but exploring more opportunities for other demographics that faced closed doors from the corporate world, including people with disabili-

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ties and the LGBTQ community. In October, Gatewood’s division will observe its first anniversary in operation and she is pleased with the results generated to date. “In October 2020, there were 32.5% people of color in the organization,” she said, pointing out the international nature of Haddad & Partners, which has employees in 16 countries. “In less than a year, we've grown that to almost 40% people of color. Our African American representation has grown from 5.8% to 8.5%, which is much better than the industry standard, and our LGBTQplus population was at about 11.76% and now we're at 13.6%.” Gatewood viewed the embrace of workplace diversity as enabling a richer creative environment, noting that the agency asks “people to bring their whole selves to work because we believe it fuels » HADDAD & PARTNERS

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Bridgeport's Discovery Museum reopens under Sacred Heart University’s management BY PHIL HALL phall@westfairinc.com

n March 2020, Bridgeport’s Discovery Museum and Planetarium was forced to close when the Covid-19 pandemic took root. But unlike other cultural institutions, the facility stayed closed when the state gave the go-ahead for reopening in June 2020. Instead of greeting the public again, the facility began talks with Sacred Heart University — located down the road from the museum on the Fairfield side of Park Avenue — on the possibility of a new union. The school and the museum announced in November that they signed an agreement with Sacred Heart taking over the Discovery’s management and coordinating a $1.8 million state-funded upgrade. Fast-forward to Sept. 17 when a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at the newly christened Sacred Heart University Discovery Science Center & Planetarium, ahead of the Sept. 25 reopening to the general public. “Last year, the Covid pandemic hit us all very hard,” Discovery Chairman Robert A. Panza said. “And although Discovery continued many virtual learning programs, we also recognized the need to modernize, reenergize and reinvent our institution for the years ahead.” Discovery Executive Director Erika Eng told the ribbon-cutting ceremony audience that the reopening of the facility was “by far, the most exciting day of my career” and she promised to bring the Discovery back into the forefront of the local educational environment. “I grew up in Yonkers, New York, and I attended a museum magnet school myself,” she said, a reference to that city’s Hudson River Museum. “And without that experience and additional enrichment, I would not be where I am today. “I see the value and purpose and importance of informal learning institutions and their partnerships in the community and in partnership with a local university,” she said. “And now we know that a large portion of the job market is STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) jobs, so we have this special opportunity to get children from

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From left, Sacred Heart University President John J. Petillo, Discovery Executive Director Erika Eng, Discovery Chairman Robert A. Panza and Farrington College of Education Dean Michael Alfano. Photos by Phil Hall.

Part of the dinosaur exhibit. a pre-K age and shepherd them through a STEM continuum, all the way through higher education and beyond.” Eng detailed that with Sacred Heart’s input, the museum was able to “install new infrastructure from top to bottom, which has allowed us to increase the technology that we're using in all of our exhibits to bring us to the forefront in some cases of technological experience, FCBJ

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A replica of a moon lander. including our planetarium, which is the most advanced in the state at the moment.” Among the upgrades, she continued, was the installation of a new fiber optic internet, new telephones and a new technological infrastructure security. She also praised the university for taking “things like landscaping and janitorial out of my budget, which allows me to appropriate it to

programming, which is our most important thing.” Farrington College of Education Dean Michael Alfano praised Sacred Heart’s efforts for using the facility to expand STEM education to the next generation of scientists and engineers. “From the programming side, everything that you'll see today has been informed by all of our colleges at the university,” Alfano

said. “We have students and faculty who have contributed time and energy and expertise to the exhibits that are here.” And Sacred Heart University President John J. Petillo promised the museum would be a work in progress that continues to grow and expand over time. “Hopefully we’ll be having more exhibits as the months and the years go by,” he said.

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their creativity and it makes them more comfortable with us and vice versa. That’s where innovation happens, when you’re truly comfortable and collaborative.” Furthermore, the agency did not want to limit this diversification to its U.S. operations — Gatewood noted that Haddad & Partners was eager to break down barriers related to tech opportunities and internship programs that have rarely welcomed diverse applicants. “If you look at our website development team, it’s predominantly Latin American-based women,” she said. “We also partnered with Howard University to help fuel our internship program — we’ve partnered with their marketing department and we've had a f lood of interns from Howard, a number of whom have actually made it to staffers now.” Gatewood reported that Haddad & Partners’ clients have been updated on these efforts, which also included pro bono work on behalf of diverse organizations, including the Fairfield County Community Foundation and New York City’s Paradise Express Ferry project to increase economic development and tourism in Harlem. The agency also leveraged these initiatives to land a major consumer account with Eco Style, an African American haircare line that tapped Haddad & Partners to aid in its rebranding and website update. Gatewood’s agenda also focused on the agency’s Summer Studio program, which sought to address the level of minority underrepresentation in the graphic design environment by breaking down the economic accessibility barriers to this profession. Partnering with Sacred Heart University, the Summer Studio program enabled 10 students from Bridgeport to learn the basics of graphic design software programs and receive insight from guest speakers in the profession. At the end of the program, the agency provided the students with a Microsoft Surface Pro to keep plus a one-year Adobe Creative Cloud subscription to help them practice their craft. “We did a graduation ceremony and closing exhibition and 100% of the students graduated,” she added. “It was amazing.”

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cash. It is also offering a $250,000 Anniversary Slot Sweepstakes, where guests can vie for a share of $250,000 in cash by playing their favorite slots, as well as “high-rolling” private blackjack, slot and Baccarat tournaments will also be hosted for VIP gamers. Over the Oct. 22-24 weekend, Harry Styles and Blake Shelton will each headline the 10,000-seat Mohegan Sun Arena, while Run-DMC will play the 300-seat Wolf Den. Yet-to-be-named celebrities are scheduled to attend a VIP party at the resort’s latest addition, the TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge. While sports wagering is scheduled to begin in Connecticut on Oct. 7, Pineault said Mohegan Sun may not be joining in on that date. “We would rather roll it out properly than too quickly,” he said. “We want to make sure the experience is a good one for our guests.” Still, he said, “Obviously NFL football is

huge for sports wagering.” According to an August article in the Washington Post, the league and its teams expect to generate about $270 million in revenue this year from their sports-betting and gambling deals. It also quoted NFL Chief Strategy and Growth Officer Christopher Halpin as saying, “You can definitely see the market growing to $1 billion-plus of league opportunity over this decade.” The Legal Sports Betting website has appraised overall sports betting at $150 billion a year, “and this is assumed to be a conservative estimate.” Gambling news website PlayCT has reported that the Nutmeg State could evolve into a market that generates more than $1.5 billion in annual sports wagers and more than $100 million in operator revenue, while online casinos could generate as much as $350 million in gross gaming revenues annually. “Connecticut is a relatively small state,

but the market has a handful of attributes that should help it punch a bit above its weight,” said Eric Ramsey, analyst for the PlayUSA.com network, which includes PlayCT.com. “Geographically, the state is in a good place, with the potential to draw significant out-of-state business from New York and Massachusetts. And Connecticut features one of the highest median household incomes in the U.S.” Connecticut’s legislation imposes an 18% tax on new online, or iGaming, gambling for the first five years, and a 20% tax rate for at least the following five years. There is also a 13.75% tax rate to be levied on sports wagering. That market “represents a huge opportunity for us as well as tax revenue for the state,” Pineault affirmed. “We think the state will be pleased with the results we see.” Meanwhile, MGE has undergone something of a C-suite shuffle over the past several months. Pineault was elevated from Mohegan Sun president and general

manager to MGE chief operating officer in August 2020, then became interim president and CEO in March 2021 upon the sudden exit of Mario Kontomerkos; he was given the permanent title in May. Also in March, Carol Anderson, previously senior vice president - Treasury, Capital Markets and associate general counsel at Scientific Games in Las Vegas, took over as MGE’s chief financial officer, replacing Kelly McKinnon, who had only held the post since October 2020. And early in September, Jody Madigan, a former general manager at the Paragon Casino Resort in Marksville, Louisiana, took over the COO role at MGE. Pineault said that, despite the appearance of upheaval, the many changes were nothing to be alarmed by. Asked about additional expansion, he said, “As an organization we are always looking at opportunities. There is nothing to announce at this time, but we have several irons in the fire.”

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Renderings of proposed solar installation at 1133 Westchester Ave., White Plains. the state,” Weingarten said. “In 2019, it was recognized as the second-largest private industrial solar developer in the United States.” Weingarten said that the project would contribute to the federal and state goals to decrease the use of fossil fuels. “The project alone, if approved, will supply the energy required to power 784 homes in a year. This will be one of the largest projects in this region in the history of solar energy,” Weingarten said. He said that the technology of solar-powered carports permits the location of solar panels on already-developed parking lots while also providing the ability to create charging stations for the parked cars as well as providing covered parking for tenants. Weingarten said that the application was being submitted to the city with the consent of the property owner, RPW Group. WCBJ

“This is the start of something that's going to be happening all over Westchester County and something that's vital to all of us,” Weingarten said. Abe Naparstek, COO of G&S Solar, said, “This is a rare opportunity where you can really get some scale and build a significant project. The total size of this project is 6.9 megawatts. This is the equivalent of 8,000 acres of forest being developed or removing 1,800 cars from the road.” He said they have looked at the impact of the project on the neighboring properties. “One of the nice things we have at the site is there is a significant tree barrier ... that surrounds the property. There's very little visibility from the neighboring properties to 1133,” Naparstek said. The carports would generate 5.7 megawatts of direct current and the rooftop solar panels would generate another 1.2 megawatts. One megawatt is 1 million

watts of electricity. The company advertises that it pays property owners to rent roofs, land or parking lots. As owners of the solar arrays, G&S Solar said that it is responsible for the installation, operation and maintenance at no cost to the property owner. White Plains Mayor Tom Roach commented that the city has been installing solar panels at many of its buildings and recreational facilities. “We have to remember parking lots ... it's not Yellowstone Park. It's an asphalt lot with cars in it and we have to face up to the fact that if we're going to get serious about alternative energy we cannot have a system where we generate all the electricity in one spot and then try to distribute it all around,” Roach said. “One of the things we learned in our projects was that the electricity generated where it is going to be consumed is more valuable and makes these projects more viable.”

Harrison eye doctor admits $3.6 million health care insurance coding fraud BY BILL HELTZEL

charges. Goyal used some of the loan money for personal expenses, including an $1,800 payment to a country club. The superseding indictment charged him with two bank fraud charges and making false statements while on pretrial release. When Goyal was released on bail last year, Seibel placed him on home incarceration with electronic monitoring and with limited and monitored internet access. She ordered him to close his medical practices, withdraw from health insurance programs and surrender his medical license.

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arrison eye surgeon Ameet Goyal pleaded guilty to health care and bank frauds on Sept. 13, a week before his trial was to begin in federal court, White Plains. Goyal admitted he overbilled Medicare, private insurance plans and patients by $3.6 million from 2010 to 2017 and pocketing $637,200 in Covid-19 relief loans he was ineligible to receive. He “decided to plead guilty,” according to a plea deal, “because he is in fact guilty.” Goyal, 58, owned and operated Dutchess Eye Associates, Eye Associates Group, Greenwich Eye Associates, Mt. Kisco Eye Associates and Rye Eye Associates. The health care scheme was based on upcoding simple eye surgeries to more lucrative and complex surgeries, according to court records. For instance, he routinely excised small bumps on patients' eyelids, in a procedure that typically took 15 minutes and paid $200. But he billed health care insurers and patients for removal of orbital tumors and grafting, procedures that take an hour or more to perform and pay $1,400. The actual procedure was billed correctly about 40 times, according to the government. Complex procedures that were not done were billed about 3,700 times. Goyal submitted claims for $8 million, according to court records, and received more than $3 million. He also charged patients for work that was not done and initiated debt collection actions against patients who did not pay up. The government says Goyal pressured employees to falsify bills and medical records and threatened the livelihoods of those who refused to comply. Three doctors had agreed to testify at the trial for the government “about their observations and experiences” working for Goyal, according to a Sept. 3 letter from prosecutors to U.S. District Judge Cathy Seibel. When Goyal was released from custody after his November 2019 indictment, he was warned not to commit any more crimes. Five months later, according to a superseding indictment, he applied for two Paycheck Protection Program loans totaling $637,200. The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act allows only one PPP loan per borrower and no loans for applicants with pending criminal

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The plea ag reement recommend s i mpr i s on ment of 1 51 to 18 8 mont h s . The former doctor also agreed to forfeit $3.6 million and pay a fine up to $350,000. The bank that was defrauded in the PPP loan scheme has recovered $637,200 from Goyal. The plea deal does not explicitly say whether Goyal is a U.S. citizen, but he acknowledged the possible immigration consequences of pleading guilty, including denaturalization or removal in a separate proceeding. Sentencing by Seibel is scheduled for Jan. 6.

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ov. Kathy Hochul announced two major electrical infrastructure projects on Sept. 20, but the announcement made no mention of an important element of one of the projects. In addition, only a highly redacted version of the proposal submitted to the state by the entity applying to be selected as developer of that same project is available for public inspection. The developer said it was blacking out certain information in order to keep “proprietary and/or commercially sensitive information” from public view. The projects involve building two electric transmission lines. The project Clear Path NY (CPNY) is to be developed by the New York Power Authority and the entity Forward Power, a joint venture of Invenergy and EnergyRe. The second power line project, Champlain Hudson Power Express (CPHE) is to be developed by Transmission Developers Inc. and Hydro-Quebec. Transmission Developers Inc. is backed by Blackstone, an

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investment group that in 2020 had assets under management valued at more than $619 billion. The CPNY line would bring more than 7.5 million megawatt-hours of clean electricity to New York City every year. The transmission line would be 174 miles in length, running from Delaware County to Queens. A megawatt hour is 1 million watts of electricity used for an hour. The project’s cost is estimated at $11 billion. It is said the project would create 8,300 jobs and, when operational, save New York City customers millions of dollars a year in electricity costs. It would be carrying electricity generated by solar and wind power in upstate and western New York state to the downstate area. The CPNY transmission line would be expected to be in service by 2027. The CPHE project would involve a 339mile transmission line running from HydroQuebec’s wind and water-powered generating facilities in Canada’s Province of Quebec to the Astoria Energy Center in Queens. The line would be buried underground and approximately 60% of it also placed underwater in Lake Champlain, the Hudson River and the Harlem River. According to the projWCBJ

ect’s proposal, it could replace more than half of the electricity that had been generated by the nuclear facilities at Indian Point. The power line would come up from under the Hudson in the West Haverstraw area and be buried underground for several miles before being rerouted underwater. The developer anticipated that traffic on Route 9W on the western side of the Hudson would be affected during the construction period. In her announcement, Hochul said, “These transformative projects are a winwin delivering thousands of good-paying jobs throughout the state and attracting billions of dollars in private investment. They also help us turn the page on New York City’s long-standing dependence on fossil fuels and will ensure millions of New Yorkers, especially those living in our most vulnerable communities, can have the promise of cleaner air and a healthier future.” Not mentioned in Hochul’s announcement is the fact that the CPHE transmission line would be bidirectional, meaning it could be powered from either end. In addition to feeding electricity to New York City, electricity from the south could be fed up to Quebec. Should there be a problem in the power sys-

tem serving that part of Canada, electricity from New York could, in theory, be sent to the rescue. The proposal document notes that in recent years Hydro-Quebec, a government-owned corporation, has provided approximately 5% of New York state’s annual electric supply. The proposal document regarding the CPHE proposal that is available for public viewing contains 117 of its 196 pages that are mostly or completely blacked out. The document states that the transmission line would go into service in 2025 and would eventually result in economic benefits valued at approximately $23.2 billion. Hochul’s announcement did not state the cost for the CPHE project and it could not be located in the redacted proposal document. Hochul’s announcement quoted New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio as saying, “Two new transmission lines connecting New York City to electricity from water, the wind and solar will create thousands of good union jobs, improve the reliance and reliability of our power supply and dramatically reduces our reliance on oil and gas electricity that dirties the air in our neighborhoods and endangers our planet.”

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Ray Dalio wonders about ‘war’ with China as debate on economy dominates GEF BY KEVIN ZIMMERMAN

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s the traditional 60-40 balanced portfolio strategy no longer viable? Is cash no longer king? And, finally, where is the economy — both domestic and global — heading? Those were some, but by no means all of the major themes explored at the fourth annual Greenwich Economic Forum, held in-person at that town’s Delamar Hotel on Sept. 22 and 23. (A third day, Sept. 24, was entirely online.) As previously reported, the GEF, normally held in November, was moved up this year to avoid the cold weather and potentially forcing a decision to go all virtual as organizers did last year. Regarding the pandemic, most of the speakers and presenters took the position that the challenges presented by Covid-19 are a thing of the past. Maybe. Seemingly on hand primarily to promote President Joe Biden’s proposed $7 trillion “Build Back Better Plan” (BBB), Deputy Assistant Secretary for Macroeconomic Policy, U.S. Treasury Neil Mehrotra opined that should Congress fail to enact its various provisions, “the post-pandemic economy will largely be unchanged from the pre-pandemic economy.” The BBB consists of the American Rescue Plan, passed in March, as well as the American Jobs Plan (which promises to rebuild infrastructure and create jobs) and the American Families Plan (involving education- and childcare-funding). Invoking how quickly the U.S. economy has rebounded from the worst of Covid — 78% of jobs lost in March-April 2020 have been recovered; GDP as of the second quarter of this year has outpaced pre-pandemic levels; the poverty rate is down to 9.8%, the lowest since it began being measured in 1967 — Mehrotra credited the various federal stimulus programs, “including those in the ARP (American Rescue Plan).” In addition, he said that while the Congressional Budget Office had predicted a 5.3% unemployment rate by the end of this year — it currently stands at 5.2% according to the latest data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Mehrotra said, “We expect (it) to be 4.7%” by the end of 2021. Allowing that some sections of the economy have been booming while others are lagging, he asserted that “control of the pandemic will even things out.” Even so, Mehrotra conceded that the Delta variant, as well as possible future variants, could have a deleterious effect over the coming months. As for the BBB, he said, “Where Congress comes down will determine our

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Ray Dalio economy for the next several decades.” Dalio addresses possibility of war Mixed optimism was the byword for Ray Dalio, making his fourth consecutive appearance at the GEF. Hardly the sunniest of commentators at the best of times — the founder of Westport’s Bridgewater Associates reportedly lost $12.1 billion for investors in 2020. That was elided during his onstage interview, which found him foreseeing a minor interest-rate increase, another round of quantitative easing — something most Americans probably haven’t thought about since the 2008-09 recession, although another round was introduced in late 2019 — and, potentially, a war with China. Dalio stated that there are five kinds of war — trade, technology, geopolitical, capital and military. “We are certainly, in varying degrees, in the first four of those types of wars,” he said. “There’s a good reason to worry about the fifth type of war.” That blunt statement went unchallenged by moderator Gillian Tett, chairwoman of the editorial board and editorat-large of the Financial Times. Instead she asked him about the Chinese approach to economic policy, which he said worked in a “top-down” manner — where the good of the state takes precedence over the good of the individual — instead of the “bottom-up” approach generally favored in the West. “There’s a lot of miscalculating about WCBJ

where they’re coming from,” Dalio said. The key is to unravel the riddle of how a “Communist/Marxist” government has grown to have the world’s largest capital market and a growing number of billionaires. Dalio also reiterated that he owns “a little bit of cryptocurrency,” saying, “I’m into diversification. I’m sort of an anti-money guy.” At a separate presentation, Bennett Goodman, executive chairman of Hunter Point Capital, said the current economic climate is “defined by complacency,” driven in part by an excess of cash. “What do you do with cash?” he asked, averring that “no one” has lost money by owning other financial assets since “it all came roaring back” after the pandemic. “It’s always a little scary when people are flush with cash,” Goodman said, “and everybody is seeking yield.” Instead, “alternative investments” have become increasingly attractive, as has a general move away from public credit toward private credit, according to fellow panelist Ken Kencel, president and CEO of Churchill Asset Management. At a separate panel, Russell Investments Chairman and CEO Michelle Seitz estimated that there are now 2,600 companies worth over $100 million — and 17,000 private companies valued the same. “You would never limit yourself to 15% of the investible universe,” she said. Coincidentally offering a concrete example of betting on alternative investments was iCapital Network, a “diamond

Portfolio change-up The growing interest in cryptocurrency and blockchain — to be discussed further in next week’s issue of the Business Journal — was cited by several speakers as further proof of a rapidly evolving investing world where traditional strategies are, if not entirely dead, certainly in failing health. “The 60-40, 70-30 mix has been turned on its head over the last decade,” declared Seitz. (The mix typically involves investing 60% of a portfolio in equity and the remainder in debt.) “60-40 is blown,” Tarsadia President Mitchell Caplan said at a later panel. “It just doesn’t work.” Fellow panelist Milind Mehere, founder and CEO of Yieldstreet, agreed: “It’s time for us to rethink how we can modernize the portfolio.” Gov. Ned Lamont appeared at the end of the GEF’s first day to boast about how his administration has “gotten our fiscal house in order” and “balanced the budget without raising taxes.” Crediting such administration members as Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner David Lehman, Department of Administrative Services Commissioner Josh Geballe, and Chief of Staff Paul Mounds, Lamont said he remained determined to help the state’s business community “in any way we can.” However, “I’m not putting up a ‘Mission Accomplished’ sign on the aircraft carrier,” he said, referring to then-President George W. Bush’s much-mocked 2003 appearance declaring the cessation of major combat operations in Iraq, roughly four years before significant troop withdrawals took place. “We still have $40 billion in pension obligation debt,” Lamont said. “We still have work to do.” Saying that 25,000 families have been enticed to relocate to Connecticut “over the last few years,” the governor said, “I think we’ll be in pretty good shape.” He also advised those thinking of relocating here to “move fast while there’s space.” Next issue: The GEF concludes with conversations about health care, crypto and blockchain, and building a greener world, as well as a conversation with former U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan.

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Business, Industry Leaders “Reimagining Westchester”

s the business hub of the Hudson Valley, Westchester County is poised to gain tremendous market share in some of the hottest trends impacting commercial real estate — e-commerce, cannabis legalization, adaptive reuse, and alternative sectors such as biosciences.

The big question is can Westchester’s infrastructure support it? That is the question posed to a panel of top business and industry experts who were brought together by The Fordham Real Estate Institute and The Business Council of Westchester in a virtual program held September 17 called Reimagining Westchester: E-Commerce, Distribution, Cannabis, Health, Biotech, Real Estate and Infrastructure to Support Future Growth. The panel featured Matthew Claster, Vice President of Strategy and Corporate Development, Clarapath, Hawthorne; Bridget Gibbons, Director of Economic Development, Westchester County; Guy Leibler, President, Simone Healthcare Development, Simone Development Companies, Bronx, N.Y.; Connie Levene, President, CONRI Services, Hawthorne; Serge Reda, Chair, Real Estate Development Curriculum Committee and Adjunct Professor, Fordham Real Estate Institute, New York City; Justin Singer, Partner, Feuerstein Kulick LLP, New York City; and Andrew S. Weisz, Executive Vice President, RPW Group Inc., Rye Brook. Gibbons noted the resiliency of Westchester’s business community and cited some of the innovative programs the county launched during the pandemic, including a $14 million grant to help companies recover. “Our Westchester businesses are so smart. It’s amazing how they have pivoted, adapted, used grant money and found other ways to keep their businesses going,” Gibbons said. Clarapath’s Claster cited aspects needed to support and encourage more innovation. “It comes down to incentives,” Claster said. “The county has done a fabulous job with incentives – opportunities for grants, recruitment support. A lot of people want these types of tenants – the sector is hot – but landlords need to be prepared because we’re not traditional tenants.” Fordham Professor Reda, who also works in the development division of Cedar Realty Trust, a publicly traded REIT, discussed retail and industrial real estate. “The rise of e-commerce, combined with Covid, has altered the retail and industrial real estate dynamic dramatically,” he said, explaining how retailers have been moving to an omnichanneling strategy that pairs an online purchase with an in-store experience. Levene said Westchester County is well-positioned for companies like CONRI Services, which shifted its initial business model from printing to warehousing and distribution. “One of the great strengths of Westchester is its labor pool,” Levene said. “Westchester has a highly qualified skilled and hourly labor pool, which I attribute to the quality of the educational systems.”

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Leibler, of Simone, talked about how the health care sector will continue to evolve over the next decade. “Dealing with Covid-19 has made everyone smarter,” Leibler said. “Health care and life sciences will merge, and research from the bench needs to get to the bedside. Health care will remain a very important component of our economy in Westchester.” Another emerging sector in Westchester is cannabis and Feuerstein Kulick’s Singer noted opportunities for growth. “This is poised to be a huge, multibillion-dollar market and there’s a ton of opportunity within Westchester and a ton of interest from clients across the country who want to bring their brand and their operations to this area,” he said referring to the recent passage of the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act that legalized recreational cannabis in New York In terms of Westchester’s office market, RPW Group’s Weisz noted county government and local municipalities “embracing more diversified uses.” “We’ve seen Wegman’s open, Life Time (athletic resort) open, we see the growth of Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, and, lately, residential development,” said Weisz. “These innovative entrepreneurs and companies are helping reshape Westchester’s landscape and adding to our already robust and diverse business community,” said Dr. Marsha Gordon, President and CEO of The Business Council of Westchester, who moderated the hour-long discussion. “We want to ensure we’re well-positioned to seize new opportunities as we move forward with these growth sectors.” The Presenting Sponsor for “Reimagining Westchester: E-commerce, Distribution, Cannabis, Health, Biotech, Real Estate and Infrastructure to Support Future Growth” was Wells Fargo. Contributing sponsors included Westchester County, Rand Commercial, RM Friedland, Simone Development Companies and the Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors (HGAR).

The Business Council of Westchester is the county’s only business membership organization focusing on economic development and advocacy. It is the county’s largest and most prestigious business membership organization representing more than 1,000 members, including multinational corporations, hospitals, universities, biotech pioneers, not‑for‑profits, entrepreneurs and companies of all sizes. As the most influential economic development and advocacy organization in Westchester, The Business Council of Westchester’s members enjoy unparalleled access to today’s top thought leaders, diverse business development opportunities and lawmakers at all levels of government. The BCW Data Exchange provides the latest demographic research to help guide smart business decisions. The LEAP program, a one-of-a-kind initiative, gives members direct access to lobbying efforts at the county, state and national levels on issues that directly affect their businesses. Build, Connect and Win with The Business Council of Westchester. Visit thebcw.org to connect today.

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THE 2021 ANNUAL GALA AND AWARDS CELEBRATION As Connecticut’s leading agency in strengthening and supporting the economic success of women, the Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC) is pleased to honor our clients and partners of impact from the past year at the virtual Annual Gala and Awards Celebration. Join us on October 29 as WBDC highlights successes through client stories and other speakers and celebrates the resilience of women business owners. WBDC is proud to make a special annual recognition of leaders in Connecticut that have demonstrated influence on women in business. This year, WBDC is pleased to present an Impact Award to Tara Spain, Vice President, Travelers Foundation, for her achievements in fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion and social change within Travelers and beyond. Tara is fully engaged with the communities she works with and has a longstanding personal commitment to WBDC and women’s economic equity. “By providing educational opportunities, financial support and other critical resources, WBDC is empowering women entrepreneurs across the state,” she shares. “They’re driving a collective effort to reduce the barriers that women business owners face, and I am personally proud to partner with them.” Of special note, Travelers is deeply invested in its communities and is committed to supporting small businesses, particularly those owned by women, veterans and people of color. Travelers understands that companies can only succeed if the economy — and by extension our communities — flourish. WBDC Founder and CEO Fran Pastore encourages all sponsors and guests to host small satellite viewing parties. “When you attend our Gala, you will witness and celebrate this year’s Impact Honorees and Women Rising clients and directly support the women-owned businesses we are so proud to serve.”

Gabriele's Italian Steakhouse addresses multiple obstacles on the road to its opening BY PHIL HALL phall@westfairinc.com

anny Gabriele insisted that he did not want to be on camera, noting that he was dressed for a construction site and not a polished presentation designed for photographic posterity. “I look horrible,” he laughed. Perhaps Gabriele was a tad harsh on his appearance, but he had a point — work on his new Westport restaurant Gabriele’s Italian Steakhouse was still underway and he apologized for being late in sitting down with the Business Journal, citing that he was needed to address ongoing plumbing issues. Gabriele is no stranger to the restaurant trade. An earlier Greenwich version of the family-owned Gabriele’s Italian Steakhouse attracted high-profile visitors from as far afield as Manhattan and Hartford prior to its December 2019 closing after nearly four decades in business. “We used to draw all the celebrities, all the ballplayers,” recalled Gabriele. “We did two movies there with Robert DeNiro and Michael Douglas. Judge Judy (Sheindlin) would come in a couple times a week. We had corporate meetings and a lot of dinners with hedge funds — on any given day, someone like Steven Cohen or Derek Jeter or A-Rod would be there.” With his new restaurant, Gabriele believed he is in the right place — the 27 Powers Court location next to the Westport Country Playhouse that was previously the site of the Paul Newman co-owned Dressing Room restaurant until 2014 when it was replaced with Positano Ristorante, which closed in last year’s pandemic. The adjacent theater is able to give Gabriele its banquet hall facilities if needed

— the restaurant can seat 150 people within its interior and up to another 50 when its two patios are open. However, Gabriele pointed out that this is not necessarily the right time to start a restaurant. A combination of rising inflation, an elusive labor pool and a supply chain tied up in delays has frustrated his progress, resulting in his opening being delayed several times. “It’s been crazy,” he lamented. “Things that you would accomplish in three minutes are taking 10 times the amount of energy to get it done. Buying dishes, buying knives, buying silverware — it’s out of stock or on backorder till January. “The same thing with the construction,” he continued. “Anything that we're buying is through the roof — five times, 10 times the price, if you get it and when you get it. And I can't even imagine it is so difficult getting waiters and bartenders — I have ads everywhere and people are just not even responding, even though they know we're a high-end place and the waiters I had in Greenwich were making money like they were from Manhattan.” Gabriele added that food prices were also on the rise, but he did not want to pass the rising costs along to his new patrons. “I want to try to keep the prices down,” he said, complaining that prices for his ingredients have “doubled or tripled” over the past year. Gabriele is now aiming for a late October opening, and he is confident that he can overcome the preopening hurdles and pick up where he left off from his earlier restaurant experiences. “I've had a lot of people who stopped by, especially like my old customers from Greenwich,” he said. “We’re going to make it one way or another.”

For tickets, sponsorships, and more information please visit: ctwbdc.org or contact akalish@ctwbdc.org. The Women’s Business Development Council educates, motivates and empowers women to achieve economic independence and self-sufficiency. From starting or growing a business to improving personal finances, the WBDC drives business success in a tangible and accessible way. Our clients exemplify what happens when ambition, education and preparation come together. For more information, visit ctwbdc.org or call 203-353-1750. Gabriele’s Italian Steakhouse as a work in progress. Contributed photo.

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Builders as influencers Urging construction teams to get Covid-19 vaccinations is crucial BY CHUCK PETERSHEIM

umber prices have gone through the roof. Appliances are hard to find. Stain for f loors, hot water heaters, electrical conduits and PVC are scarce. Labor is nonexistent. Just about everything we need to build and service a home is a disrupted mess because of Covid-19. Yes, the mundane has become the heroic. Little did I know the complex pandemic-related, day-to-day problem-solving would be the least of my worries from this crisis. The “black swan” problem I did not anticipate: Those employed in construction-related fields have one of the lowest group vaccination rates nationwide. Smart people. Sophisticated people. Caring people. Unvaccinated. Builders by nature are doers and this is a clear call to action. Builders influence — that’s what we do, across a broad range of professions and trades. Encouraging our unvaccinated team

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members to get the shots aligns with our diverse communications strengths. Every day, builders seamlessly communicate across socioeconomic worlds. We speak as easily with architects and engineers holding Ph.D.s, and surveyors and clients with bachelor’s degrees as we do with the blue-collar workforce of painters, framers, masons and plumbers. I work with smart men and women, old and young, with varying degrees of education. Why does this vaccine hesitancy run through them all at a higher rate than other industries? They are, at their core, a hardy, headstrong, self-sufficient group. But as valuable as that trait is in performing their jobs, it also can be an obstacle to safe behavior among workers who routinely interact with more people than those in many other professions. Across the country, construction industry employees leave their homes daily and travel substantial distances, carpooling and ride-sharing. They stop at delis, lumber stores and home goods stores. They enter the homes of clients and customers. Many of these workers are likely to be unvaccinated — and likely ignore crucial health and safety advice. Builders and construction executives are responsible for more than securing certificates of occupancy and laying foundations. We are uniquely suited to serve as influencers when it comes to Covid-19 vaccines. We can — and must — smartly, consistently and directly influence our employee and subcontractor network by promoting the benefits of those shots in the arm. Builders have

deep credibility and experience influencing their teams. I do it all the time and I deeply care for my teams. I help employees with basic dental and health care visits. I support their financial literacy efforts with 401k contribution education and personal debt management. I encourage regular attendance and coach safety in the workplace. I offer counsel regarding family issues and challenges. The advantages of vaccinations should be part of that regimen. While every building company is unique, all share the same hierarchical structure, and all successful firms benefit from strong leadership at the top. As leaders, we know how to motivate with time off, bonuses and recognition. We know how to influence with smart communications strategies. This vaccination effort must happen before their hesitancy impacts our operations, profitability and hard-earned reputations. Builders always serve their communities — we build Little League dugouts and are the first to volunteer. Simply put, this is just another way for us to serve and protect our community. Chuck Petersheim, the founder of Catskill Farms in Sullivan County, has built homes for 20 years. His insights emerge from a grassroots perspective built from close contact with a broad cross-section of small businesses, buyers and governments. From this unique vantage point, he is an authority on Hudson Valley/Catskills migration trends, real estate, home construction, financing and land use. Learn more at TheCatskillFarms.com.

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Dutchess Community College’s new Aviation School was built in partnership with Dutchess County. Classes began in September. Photo by Kathy Roberts.

Boom amid the gloom Dutchess County thriving as others struggle BY KATHY ROBERTS

utchess native Ron Hicks, who’s at the top of the game when it comes to economic development, didn’t let the pandemic dampen his motivation to get the county on the map, both locally or internationally. His vision to transform the Dutchess County Economic Development Corp. has become a measurable reality, one readily appreciated by anyone with a keen sense for what helps grow a robust economy. Hicks left Rockland’s Economic Development Corp. in 2011 to work with Dutchess’ newly elected county executive, Marc Molinaro. The pair had known each other from Hicks’ days as a

New York state Assembly staffer. “One of Marc’s top priorities with his new administration was to transform economic development … and he offered me full autonomy and support.” Hicks did an assessment of the soft and hard infrastructure in the county, including the organizations to consolidate and reform its three economic development public authorities. Convening all the leaders of the county’s primary economic development organizations, they worked together to create a new brand, giving birth to Think Dutchess and its Alliance for Business. Hicks dissolved the Dutchess County Economic Development Corp. with a vision to design and create one-stop

shopping for business. The county’s industrial development agency, local development corporation, workforce investment board and Women’s Enterprise Development Center were moved into a new space with the office of the county executive, allowing all economic entities to have immediate access to each other. Together, the group formed the Dutchess County Economic Development Advisory Council (EDAC), which reined in representatives from all industries adding the members from the county’s 10 primary economic development partners to round out its new Alliance for Business. “Ideas would move up and down — at the grassroots level,

ideas to amend strategy would (come) through a member, like the chamber, and discussed at the EDAC. We then began an aggressive marketing campaign over the next 18 months,” Hicks said. “To promote the county not only to those on the outside but to those within as well, we produced a magazine, a number of inspirational videos and hosted national and international journalists. We attended industry-specific trade shows and conferences around the country, including traveling to Israel — which is known as the startup nation — we wanted to learn how to foster innovation and a startup culture. The redevelopment and current expansion of the former IBM East Campus in East Fishkill is the result of that FCBJ

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strategic public-private partnership.” The transformation of the former IBM properties was no small feat and is one of Hicks’ proudest accomplishments. “Back in the early ’90s when IBM had its massive restructuring, we lost 28,000 jobs here in Dutchess at both their Poughkeepsie and East Fishkill sites. IBM may have restricted most of its Hudson Valley workforce to other locations, but 4,000 employees are still located in Poughkeepsie, where their techs are working on what’s known as a System Z mainframe.” Twenty years ago, mainframes were thought to have a limited future, but as it turns out, mainframes are desperately » DUTCHESS COUNTY SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

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needed to maintain all the documents and information that go into the so-called cloud. Hicks said IBM’s advances in mainframe have set the gold standard for performing advanced calculations and analytics that is used by the largest companies on the planet. IBM set up three Quantum computers on its Poughkeepsie campus in 2019. “This is great for Dutchess,” said Hicks. “Quantum computing is to the novice what an iPhone would be to a person from the 1960s; that’s the potential of quantum computing. The team that just developed the Telum Processor did it right here on the Poughkeepsie campus. People are coming from around the world to IBM’s executive briefing center for its Quantum computers.” East Fishkill campus now at capacity Incorporating the strategy formed by Dutchess’ new economic development team, Hicks said the transformation of IBM’s former East Fishkill campus has been one of the success stories. Ten years ago, it was daunting to imagine a site that large could be repurposed. Today, the site is booming, said Hicks. “In fact, the entire complex is spoken for. I-Park took six of the eight parcels on the site and is proposing to add another one million square feet. Global Foundries was bought by a company in Arizona and is running to capacity … they have a 20-year outlook for the site.” Jane Bakes, an all-natural cookie maker, eMagine, a company that makes parts for the Department of Defense, a crepe manufacturer from Brooklyn and a beverage manufacturer have moved to the campus. Micro Electronics is also operating at capacity. In East Fishkill’s West Campus, a partnership between town and county attracted a developer who subsequently brought in Amazon, which will create another 700 jobs in the county. The Gap is also in the process of expanding its online fulfillment for Old Navy in its 3-million-square-foot space on Merritt Boulevard in Fishkill. College’s aviation school is taking off Dutchess County Airport was originally a hub for local U.S. flights, but as Westchester County Airport and New YorkStewart International grew in size and scope, the county airport was not being utilized to its full capacity. Sikorsky and AG are long-term tenants and Lockheed Martin is currently researching the use of drone technology on Blackhawks. The county couldn’t sell the property, but it did find creative ways to make it more economically efficient. Rebranding it as the Hudson Valley Regional Airport, the county privatized it and began working with

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Dutchess Community College to create an aviation school on the grounds, building a hangar for students to study mechanical engineering. The county is currently working to obtain a grant to expand the aviation program’s offerings. Think Dutchess Alliance for Business is also working to create 12 shovel-ready, fully permitted sites on the airport property, an endeavor that will surely sweeten the pot for potential developers who want to hit the ground running. Creating the training for tomorrow’s workforce Creating jobs is a goal Dutchess County has accomplished, but there’s a wrinkle: the pandemic has definitely changed the workforce’s desire to return and the extended lockdowns changed the way many companies did business. The eviction moratorium and extended federal unemployment benefits also played a large part, said Hicks, in reducing the availability of workers. Covid-19 changed the way people want to work — particularly for those who began working from home — but most positions in the workplace need people on the ground to keep the economy moving. “We are also seeking to repatriate our seniors — they have a great work ethic and skills,” noted Hicks. “Those who want to remain active after retirement can do just that; if work should slow down, retirees would not be as affected as their younger counterparts, who often have a family to support.” Older workers also bring a sense of stability to the workplace that can be especially comforting after the past 18 months of uncertainty and isolation. WCBJ

Ron Hicks, whose official title is Assistant to the County Executive, is the master planner for Dutchess County’s economic growth. Contributed photo. As part of its overall workforce development strategy, the county has taken space in the refurbished Dutchess Mall. “The lab is open to all in the region. If you look at the 25-acre radius surrounding the East Fishkill site, we are in close proximity to Orange and Putnam counties. As we did with the hangar at the DCC Aviation school, we are creating a facility where people can learn the skills our manufacturers need,” Hicks said. “We are working to support our farms, our agricultural industry and our tech industry, and we’re more diverse than we were 20 years ago. With the partnerships we are building with Dutchess Community College, we are creating pipelines to jobs.

“Our existing businesses are also in need of workforce training. They need a skilled workforce to grow, but if they don’t have workers, they can’t expand.” Some businesses have reduced their hours and others have just shut their doors permanently. “If we don’t have people working in the community, our businesses cannot survive. Covid has accelerated the demand for skilled workers and we are building to meet that need.” Now that Molinaro is considering a run for a seat in Congress, what will Hicks do if he goes to D.C.? “I’ll be right here. I don’t get involved in politics,” said Hicks . “I just work.”

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Westchester’s economy on the rebound, top officials say BY PETER KATZ pkatz@westfairinc.com

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Recovering, full speed ahead,” is the way Westchester Cou nt y Direc tor of Econom ic Development Bridget Gibbons described the current shape of the county’s economy when asked for her take on it by the Business Journal. Her description is bolstered at least in part by a new economic analysis released by Moody’s Investors Service and CNN that shows the overall U.S. economy back to 89% of where it was before Covid hit. Closer to home, the Moody’s/CNN study gives New York state a 78% recovery rating, New Jersey 85%

and puts Connecticut’s recovery at a solid 95%. “The most recent Department of Labor report, which had data through August, shows that our metro area, Westchester, Rockland and Orange has the third-highest growth rate in the state at 6.1% when you compare August 2020 and August 2021. In terms of the state, our metro region is doing incredibly well,” Gibbons said. “Our hospitality sector had a 28.3% growth rate. That’s the sector we were all concerned about because it took such a tremendous blow. It is coming back; people are traveling to Westchester.” She said that it appears the major effect on the construc-

tion industry in Westchester has been in supply chain backlogs and rising costs of materials as exemplified by a surge in lumber prices. “We’re seeing prices start to come back down. It hadn’t stopped construction but it has increased the costs, which makes people a little nervous,” Gibbons said. “They kind of have to take a step back and figure out if they need to increase their funding or need increased benefits from the IDA.” Gibbons said that she generally has found that businesses are very optimistic about the future. She said that in her position as executive director of Westchester’s Industrial Development Agency she has

not seen a slowdown in developers approaching the IDA for possible financial assistance in projects they’re preparing. “I do believe the economy is on the right track and it is coming back in a strong way,” Gibbons said. “Back in 2020 we did a $14 million grants program for our small businesses and we recently conducted an economic impact study of that program. The study reported back that we saw $7 million in earnings preserved and $11 million in in-county spending for a total economic impact of $18 million. That Westchester County Business First Grant Program that we did last year helped prime the pump for the economic growth that we’re FCBJ

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seeing in 2021.” Gibbons said the county has additional plans to aid small businesses and nonprofits and noted that the primary challenge right now for businesses is in hiring people. “The constraint for our mom-and-pop Main Street businesses is getting people back to work,” Gibbons said. “To address that, we are in the process of conducting several job fairs. A couple of weeks ago we conducted a job fair for the construction industry and saw about 200 job seekers. We know for a fact that one company hired 25 people just as a result of that one event. There’s a huge gap of what the busi» ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

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he plight of small businesses as the Covid era stretches past 18 months remains very much an ongoing concern. Even with all of the economic relief offered by the federal and state governments, small businesses are still facing considerable headwinds. The latest Small Business Optimism Index from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) actually found small-business owners feeling a bit sunnier: The August index saw a 0.4% increase in optimism. However, its NFIB Uncertainty Index decreased 7 points to 69 — the lowest level since January 2016, and a disheartening sign that small-business owners’ anxiety is on the rise. “The most telling part of this survey is the level of uncertainty that our small-business owners are feeling right now,” affirmed Andrew Markowski, NFIB state director in Connecticut. “It’s been a year and a half since the pandemic hit and the numbers from our surveys show that as time marches on, our members are not getting any more confident that they can get out of this epidemic unscathed. “Many have had to close their doors,” he said. “Many more are saying if this continues, they too will fall victim to a volatile business environment and government mandates.” Among the NFIB’s findings:

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• Owners expecting better business conditions over the next six months decreased by 8 points to a net negative 28%. That represents a decline of 16 points over the past two months, to the lowest reading since January 2013. • 50% of owners reported job openings that could not be filled, an increase of 1 point from July and a 48-year record high for the second consecutive month. • The number of unfilled job openings remains far above the 48-year historical average of 22%. • A net 0% of all owners (seasonally adjusted) reported higher nominal sales in the past three months, down 5 points from July. The net percent of owners expecting higher real sales volumes improved 2 points to a net negative 2%. • A net 11% of owners viewed current inventory stocks as “too low” in August, down 1 point from July’s record high. A net 11% of owners plan inventory investment in the coming months, up 5 points from July. Meanwhile, the latest from Goldman Sachs “10,000 Small Businesses Voices” survey found that 44% of small-business owners have less than three months’ cash reserves — a particularly worrisome situation should another Covid-related shutdown or other emergency arise. Most financial experts rec» SMALL BUSINESS

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nesses need from an employee perspective and what they’re getting.” She said that there would be a job fair for the hospitality sector taking place on Oct. 14 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown to bring together restaurant and hotel owners and others in hospitality and tourism with job seekers. “We feel that stepping in and orchestrating those job fairs is going to be a way for our economy, our mom and pops, our small businesses on Main Street, to get the employees that they need to really get fully back on track,” Gibbons said. Gibbons said that a key finding in a bounce-back survey the county recently conducted was that businesses still need access to capital. As a result, the county is conducting a series of workshops in connection with Clarence Stanley, regional director of the Small Business Development Center located on the campus of Lehman College in the Bronx. The “Capital Connections” series is designed to help businesses obtain access to capital and determine the best ways to go about it. “We’re not going to be fully back to where we want to be until we can be sure this pandemic is completely behind us,” County Executive George Latimer told the Business Journal. “What we’re seeing is business is bouncing back, perhaps faster in Westchester than in some of the neighboring counties, and I think there’s a greater sense of optimism in general.” Latimer pointed out that the summer’s rise in Covid cases did flatten out in recent weeks but there are concerns about what economic effect the cold winter weather will have as some businesses that have relied on being able to operate outdoors will need to move activities inside. “Right now, the economy is responding much better than many people give us credit for and I think we’re making a comeback,” Latimer said, also expressing optimism regarding the county’s budget. “I think we see a third straight year where we’re going to cut the county property tax levy and we might be able to do it by more than we did the last two years, which was $1 million each year,” Latimer said. “We’ve made decisions that have helped the county even though we’ve had Covid being this terrible drag on it.” He described several initiatives that have saved the county tens of millions, including a net reduction in the workforce, renegotiation of the Liberty Lines bus contract for the county Bee-Line service and negotiating a payment from Airbnb to compensate for hotel occupancy taxes. “The narrative in Westchester County right now is that things are on the upswing,” Latimer said.

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t the end of July, New York state’s reported cash balance of $41.72 billion was suggestive that despite the pandemic and domestic as well as international uncertainties, the state budget is benefiting from a recovering economy enough for New Yorkers to feel fiscally comfortable. A new quarterly budget report suggested there even was comfort to be taken from the amount of money the state would have to help deal with unexpected shortfalls. The state’s so-called rainy day reserves are expected to have nearly $4.1 billion socked away in them by the end of the next fiscal year. Total spending in all governmental funds for the state is expected to reach $209.56 billion in fiscal year (FY) 2022, an increase of 12.3% from FY 2021. That includes $80.85 billion in federal operating aid and $15.98 billion in state and federal funds for capital projects. In what appeared to be a reflection of economic comfort, Gov. Kathy Hochul on

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ommend at least three to six months. “And that’s not all,” said Lauren Anstey, a vice president in the Office of Government Affairs at Goldman Sachs. “It’s even higher for black-owned small businesses — 51% — and while 31% of white small businesses say they’re very confident about getting access to funding, only 20% of black-owned businesses say the same thing.” Small businesses are also concerned by the level of debt they have taken on as they work toward full recovery, with 41% of white-owned businesses and 55% of blackowned businesses expressing concern that the amount of debt accumulated prior to or during the pandemic will hurt their ability to return to normal. Although the survey does not look specifically at women-owned small businesses or those owned by other minorities, Anstey said that significant disparities between those groups and white male-owned businesses were likely. “Obviously we’d like to see those gaps closed,” she said. “The American Rescue Plan delivered $350 billion to state, local, county, city and tribal governments,” Anstey said. “And you had the PPP, which was extremely helpful, and other relief for businesses. But more direct aid to small businesses is still needed.” Indeed, “10,000 Small Business Voices” found that 92% of small-business owners saying that it is important for the Biden administration to prioritize policies that level the playing field for small businesses. In addition, 96% said state and local governments should prioritize federal Covid19 relief funds to provide small businesses access to capital and 83% expressed support

Sept. 16 announced the suspension of the hiring freeze former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo had put into effect for new state workers through the end of the fiscal year. Before the pandemic set in, the state had approximately 118,000 full-time workers on the payroll in its executive agencies. During the pandemic, with the hiring freeze, from March 2020 to August 2021 the number of employees shrank by 10,500 to 107,500. In order to bring a new person onboard during the freeze, a state agency had to obtain a waiver from the Division of the Budget. The suspension of the hiring freeze means that agencies will be permitted to hire new people as they deem necessary and restore employment levels to where they had been. “As we continue to combat the pandemic, we must keep New York moving forward and that includes building our workforce to ensure we can support New Yorkers at the highest level,” Hochul said. But she added, “However, we must continue to act responsibly and prudently with the state’s finances.” In the newly released quarterly update to for President Joe Biden’s July 9 Executive Order directing the federal government to promote greater procurement competition and increase opportunities for small businesses. “Establishing a permanent commercial loan program for qualifying small businesses would be extremely helpful,” Anstey said. “Eighteen months of Covid-related economic headwinds have battered America’s small businesses,” added Joe Wall, managing director, government affairs at Goldman Sachs. “While many storefronts are reopening, small-business owners from across the country are sending a clear message that they need more relief in order to continue on their road to recovery.” Anstey said Goldman Sachs continues to press federal lawmakers to take action, noting that Connecticut Congressman Jim Himes recently visited two Greenwich businesses — gift shop Splurge and interior design firm Tiger Lily’s — at Goldman’s behest. She noted that the company continues to work with federal lawmakers on a nonpartisan basis and that most are amenable to visiting their constituents to learn about their plights. “Almost half of U.S. employees work for the small businesses that are vital to our economy and communities,” Himes said in a statement following his visit. “All small businesses, especially those owned by women and minorities, need increased access to capital, critical resources to navigate the pandemic and crucial mental health and child care services.” “All we ask is that Congress continues to be there for us,” added Splurge owner Sonia Malloy.

the state’s financial plan for FY 2022, Hochul and Robert F. Mujica Jr., the state’s budget director and a hold-over from the Cuomo administration, report that things are expected to remain in balance for both 2022 and 2023. In FY 2024, however, a budget gap of $247 million is forecast along with a rise to $1.2 billion for FY 2025. Actually, that’s positive news since the original forecast had been for a $1.4 billion budget gap in FY 2024 increasing to $2 billion in FY 2025. General funds receipts are forecast to be $89.3 billion in FY 2022, which is $2.1 billion more than was projected when the budget was drafted. General fund disbursements, including transfers to other funds, are expected to total $90.1 billion, an increase of $1.1 billion over what originally had been in the budget. “A snapshot taken today would show state finances in a strong position: balanced operations and relatively small outyear (the year beyond a current fiscal year) budget gaps, stronger than expected tax collections, relatively high liquidity and affordable debt levels,” the update states. “Missing from the picture but of great concern are the risks and uncertainties created by the pandemic.” New York estimates that its tax revenues for FY 2022 will jump by $10.9 billion from what was collected in FY 2021 and reach a total of $79.9 billion. Business tax receipts are estimated to increase about 8.8% from where

they had been in FY 2021, reaching nearly $7 billion, an increase of $566 million from FY 2021. The increase is primarily attributable to increased business income and capital base rates. The state is increasing its fiscal reserves because of what it sees as possible uncertainties for the future. The update explains: “First, the migration of taxpayers and the expansion of telework present real but hard to quantify risks to the state’s tax base, as well as to New York City and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (which operates the city’s bus and subway system as well as Metro-North and the Long Island Rail Roads). “Second, time-limited resources that have improved the state’s operating position and liquidity, most notably federal recovery aid, will be expended by the end of FY 2025. Lastly, Covid variants and extreme weather events have the potential to disrupt the strength and pace of the state's economic recovery.” The state’s update warns that important revenue sources, including personal income, consumption and business tax collections, still may be adversely affected by Covidchanging activities and behaviors, including commuting patterns, remote working and education, business activity, social gatherings, tourism, public transportation and aviation.

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ALL IN THE FAMILY Dr. William Higgins and Ellen Higgins NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital CARING FOR ALL Dr. Karen Murray Open Door Family Medical Center New York Medical College Dr. Lauren Bader Darien Pediatric Associates

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Good Things GREENWICH POLICE DEPARTMENT’S 125TH ANNIVERSARY

PARTNERSHIP OFFERS THIRD-PARTY SOLUTIONS CATIC, along with its sister company CATIC Title Insurance Company, currently licensed in every state east of the Mississippi and in Texas and doing business through an independent agent network in 12 states have ® launched PrepExpress , the company’s proprietary closing software program featuring eRemit and eSubmit, which allow CATIC agents to electronically pay for and submit their policies and other related documents directly and electronically to CATIC. The firm is an underwriting member of the American Land Title Association (ALTA) and the North ® American Bar-Related Title Insurers. PrepExpress eRemit and eSubmit are being offered in partnership with Stavvy, which powers the payments through its safe and secure platform. eRemit and eSubmit allow agents to fully complete a policy transaction from one central location, instead of printing, collating paper and co-

ordinating physical checks to be remitted. “…eRemit and eSubmit are a couple of ways to get things done more quickly in a more safe and secure manner,” said Jim Czapiga, president and CEO of The CATIC Family of Companies. In an age of ever-increasing fraud, eRemit and eSubmit allow the user to remit premiums and policies in a more secure manner than paper checks. Before launching these features, CATIC sought and obtained multiple attorney opinion letters stating that the features are fully compliant with the Rules of Professional Conduct in each state in which they do business. Stavvy is a financial technology company that designs platforms to manage security risk, eliminate fragmentation and increase speed, efficiency and transparency in the lending, banking and settlement-services industry.

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The entire community was invited to a special service to honor first responders with a Color Guard procession followed by a worship service at Christ Church Greenwich on Sunday, Sept. 26. “Christ Church Greenwich and its members are so grateful to have an outstanding police force to ensure the

welfare and safety of our community and for all of the first responders who exercise courage and compassion and make incredible sacrifices and put their lives at risk to care for the residents of the town of Greenwich. We salute them, hold them in our prayers, give thanks for their vital work and

their vocations and honor our police force as it celebrates its 125th anniversary,” said The Rev. Dr. Cheryl McFadden. Christ Church is a lively Episcopal community of people with diverse backgrounds, circumstances and spiritual journeys.

MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER

NEW WESTCHESTER AHA BOARD PRESIDENT The American Heart Association (AHA), the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, recently announced the appointment of Damara Gutnick, M.D., FACP, senior director in the Montefiore Health System’s Office of Community and Population Health and an associate professor at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine as the new president of the American Heart Association Westchester Board of Directors. An internist by training, Gutnick is ardent about using co-design processes to incorporate the patient voice into health care delivery redesign and is a certified ProsciTM Change Management Practitioner. She manages a diverse portfolio of innovative projects focused on improving health equity and collaborates with multiple diverse medical and social care partners to improve the quality-of-care delivery. “We are excited to have Damara’s leadership and expertise as we work together to

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advance our organization’s mission,” said Jennifer Miller, executive director of the American Heart Association in Westchester. “We look forward to working with our new president and the rest of our board to create a healthier Westchester County through research, awareness, diversity and advocacy.”

NEW DSS DEPUTY COMMISSIONER Westchester County Executive George Latimer has appointed Katrina R. Alexander to deputy commissioner of the Westchester County Department of Social Services (DSS), filling the post that was vacated by Commissioner Leonard Townes. Alexander, who was serving as lead manager of Westchester County’s largest Social Services field office in Yonkers, has been working in the department for the past 29 years.

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“Katrina brings a wealth of experience, administering emergency services to adults and families, housing services, medical services, childcare services and other support programs to Westchester’s residents for many years. As a dedicated employee for nearly 30 years, I know her knowledge and leadership will serve us well in our largest county department,” said Latimer. FCBJ

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Fairfield County, Connecticut residents unite in the fight against breast cancer at the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk. Photo courtesy American Cancer Society.

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Fairfield County will return as an in-person walk Sunday, Oct. 17, at Sherwood Island State Park in Westport. The walk will be held in accordance with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Connecticut guidelines to ensure the safety of all attendees; masks are required. In 2019, an estimated 6,500 participants joined the effort raising more than $320,000 toward breast cancer research. The event is open to the public and free to attend. To register, visit making-

strideswalk.org/fairfieldcountyCT. The society is requiring that all individuals register in advance to be kept abreast of important details, which will be updated regularly. “Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the traditional walk might look different, but our passion and commitment to fight breast cancer is unchanged,” said Erin Nielsen, senior development manager, American Cancer Society. In its 27th year in Fairfield County, the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer movement embraces a bittersweet mix of

purpose – celebrating survivorship and paying meaningful tributes to loved ones lost, while raising awareness and funds for a world without breast cancer. The American Cancer Society is the nation’s nonprofit leader in the breast cancer fight, putting 100-plus years of cancer-fighting experience to work through investments in breast cancer research. For more, contact the American Cancer Society at Erin.Nielsen@cancer. org or call 203-563-1539 or visit makingstrideswalk.org/fairfieldcountyCT.

ENTA PROMOTES SEVEN ASSOCIATES ENT and Allergy Associates LLP (ENTA) in Tarrytown, has promoted seven of its associate allergists to partner, joining more than 168 colleague partners. The prospect of transitioning to a partner can be a daunting one, but ENTA makes sure to provide associate physicians the tools and guidance to achieve this goal. The partner physicians include Harshna Mehta, a board-certified physician in both allergy and Immunology and pediatrics; Robert Sporter, an assistant clinical professor at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai; Sima Mithani, a board-certified allergist and Immunologist; Katherine F. Szema, board-certified diplomate of the American Board of Pediatrics and the Amer-

ican Board of Allergy and Immunology; Archana Mehta, completed her fellowship in allergy and immunology at Thomas Jefferson University/Alfred I. duPont Children’s Hospital in Philadelphia; Jennifer Diaz, chief resident in the Division of Pediatrics at Steven & Alexander Cohen Children’s Medical Center of New York; and Joon Park, who earned his fellowship in allergy and immunology at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York member of Clinical Immunology Society (CIS). Robert Glazer, CEO of ENTA, stated “There are several important factors that contribute to building a successful practice. The structure and mentors put in place greatly assist, but partnership still comes down to a lot of hard work. …”

CLEANING UP SEWAGE POLLUTION IN SOUND The motion to dismiss brought by four towns that comprise The New Rochelle Sewer District in Save the Sound’s Clean Water Act enforcement case was denied. The case was brought by Save the Sound and Atlantic Clam Farms of Connecticut to address chronic sewage overflow discharges to Long Island Sound due to inadequately maintained sewage collection systems. Judge Cathy Seibel, United States District Judge for the Southern District of New York, denied the towns’ motion to dismiss in its entirety and ruled the case can go forward on all Save the Sound’s claims. Save the Sound President Curt Johnson said, “We are gratified that the court agreed with what we have been saying for over six years now: poorly maintained sewage collection systems that result in discharge of raw and partially treated sewage to local waters and Long Island Sound violate the Clean Water Act. We’re glad that successful negotiations have proceeded with Westchester County and other municipalities and are hopeful that we can return to resolving the pollution issues with the four towns of the New Ro-

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chelle Sewer District through discussion and collaboration rather than litigation, though we are of course prepared to continue to litigate if necessary.” In 2015, Save the Sound, along with Atlantic Clam Farms, brought this action against the County of Westchester and 11 municipalities in the Long Island Sound watershed. Shortly after bringing the case, Save the Sound entered discussions with the county and all of the towns to fix the problems without pursuing costly litigation in court. In 2020, the four municipalities that are part of the New Rochelle Sewer District—New Rochelle, Pelham Manor, Larchmont and the town of Mamaroneck — pulled out of these collaborative discussions and filed a lengthy motion to dismiss the case. These towns asked the Judge to rule that Save the Sound could not enforce the Clean Water Act as to pollution coming from their sewer systems. The county and the remaining towns did not join the motion to dismiss but chose to remain on a collaborative course. On Sept. 14, Seibel denied the motion of the New Rochelle Sewer District in its entirety and ruled Save the Sound’s case can proceed. The case has not yet gone to trial and this decision is not a final decision on the merits. The decision simply means that the allegations in the complaint properly establish a Clean Water Act claim and that Save the Sound can bring those claims.

Phelps Hospital, Northwell Health’s stroke team from left, back row: Sibi Pathil, Maria Shakesnider, Dr. Akira Todo, Tracy Feiertag, Margaret Santos, Andrew Lu, Megan McNutt, Biagio Siniscalchi and Dr. Ramandeep Sahni. Front row, from left: Sal Balogna, Elaine Gardner, Eileen Egan, Kelly Simmons and Eileen Maher.

Phelps Hospital, Northwell Health in Sleepy Hollow has received the American Heart Association’s “Gold Plus Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Quality Achievement Award” for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines. Get With The Guidelines-Stroke was developed to assist health care professionals to provide the most up-

to-date, research-based guidelines for treating stroke patients. Elaine Gardner, BSN, RN, CCRN, clinical program manager/stroke coordinator at Phelps Hospital, Northwell Health, said “…Get With The Guidelines-Stroke makes it easier for our teams to put proven knowledge and guidelines to work on a daily basis to improve outcomes for stroke patients.” “We are pleased to recognize

Phelps Hospital, Northwell Health for its commitment to stroke care,” said Lee H. Schwamm, M.D., national chairperson of the Quality Oversight Committee and executive vice chair of neurology, director of acute stroke services, Massachusetts General Hospital. “Research has shown that hospitals adhering to clinical measures through the Get With The Guidelines quality improvement initiative can often see fewer readmissions and lower mortality rates.”

ASSOCIATE DEAN APPOINTED AT FORDHAM Fordham University’s School of Professional and Continuing Studies (PCS) has named Roblin Meeks associate dean at the Lincoln Center campus. Meeks is responsible for evaluating academic programs and enhancing the overall experience for undergraduates and adult learners. “Roblin has extensive experience teaching and guiding adult students and will be an asset to PCS as we continue to expand our program offerings,” said Dr. Anthony R. Davidson, dean of PCS. “Roblin brings a fresh perspective and he understands the unique circumstances of the adult learning experience. He will work with our team to provide students the education, tools and skills they need to build careers and achieve their

goals.” Prior to joining Fordham, Meeks was with John Jay College of Criminal Justice at the City University of New York and assistant dean at Hunter College. Previously he was at the McGraw Center for Teaching and Learning and a member of the Writing Program faculty at Princeton University. He also was a lecturer in the Expository Writing Program at Harvard University. Meeks said, “… I find it inspiring to be at an institution that can help people advance personally, socially and professionally. That’s a really powerful thing. Fordham has dedicated itself over the next five years to ‘educating for justice.’ That appeals to me because you don’t just educate people – wisdom has a purpose, a function. You can’t separate wisdom from FCBJ

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ENCOUNTERING THE DIVINE IN WILDS OF FAIRFIELD COUNTY Continuing its examination of nature as a vehicle for encountering the divine, Trinity Spiritual Center at Trinity Southport Parish Hall, will host veteran wilderness guide and contemplative leader Mark Kutolowski and his series of workshops exploring the relationship between contemplative practice, the human body and the natural world. His first presentation Thursday, Oct. 7 at 7 p.m. via Zoom will be followed by a day-long, in-person workshop at Trinity Southport on Saturday, Oct. 16 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. These programs are free and open to all with advance registration. Kutolowski’s awareness of the divine in the great outdoors began in early childhood and continued while attending Dartmouth College in northern New Hampshire. Shortly after graduation he led wilderness trips professionally and returned to Dartmouth to teach survival and bushcraft skills for 15 years. He also spent a year in solitude

ALS GRAND OPENING Assisted Living Services Inc. (ALS) was welcomed to Cheshire with a grand-opening celebration, Thursday, Sept.16, at the company’s new location at 290 Highland Ave. More than 75 business and eldercare professionals attended the official ribbon-cutting ceremony held in conjunction with the Cheshire Chamber of Commerce and commemorating the homecare agency’s 25th anniversary. The homecare agency rolled out the red carpet for an elegant networking reception where guests toured the office that includes Connecticut’s first Technology Arts Gallery for independent living electronic devices, met the staff, learned more about its services and enjoyed an evening outdoors under a tent

in south Texas at Lebh Shomea, a House of Prayer based on the teachings of the 4th-century desert fathers and mothers. His two-part workshop will examine a diversity of spiritual disciplines emerging from the Christian wilderness tradition and how to integrate prayer with Creation. While there is no charge for participating, registration is required at bit.ly/ TSC_Kutolowski.

with music provided by DJ John Voket. “Providing the elderly with personal support and sophisticated technological tools to keep them safe in their homes is crucial and rewarding,” said ALS co-owner Ron D’Aquila, RN. D’Aquila and his wife, co-founder Sharon D’Aquila, started the business in a room above the garage in their home in 1996. It quickly expanded and currently more than 250 employees servicing the entire state are employed by the organization. Family-owned and operated, the founders’ son Mario D’Aquila, is the chief operating officer and vice president of ALS. Their other son, Nicholas D’Aquila, is the chief information officer.

ENTA BOLSTERS ITS ROSTER OF DOCTORS Tarrytown-based ENT and Allergy Associates LLP (ENTA) has added otolaryngologist Thomas F. Mazzoni to its current roster of more than 220 specialists and sub-specialists. He will join the ENTA Woodbridge, New Jersey, practice Dec. 1. Mazzoni is a graduate of the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (now Rowan) School of Osteopathic Medicine, completed his residency training in otolaryngology – head and neck surgery/facial plastics surgery at Botsford (now Beaumont) Hospital – a Michigan State University-affiliated hospital. He specializes in all aspects of adult and pediatric otolaryngology and facial plastics and reconstructive surgery. ENT and Allergy Associates has 44

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Maplewood Senior Living staff enjoyed some friendly competition at the Stamford Senior Center’s third annual Miniature Golf Tournament. Photo courtesy Laura Roberts.

Stamford Mayor David Martin takes a swing at a challenging hole. Photo courtesy Laura Roberts.

The third annual Miniature Golf Tournament held Sept. 9 by the Stamford Senior Center raised nearly $9,000 to help older adults in the greater Stamford area remain active and connected to the community. More than 80 golfers, including Stamford Mayor David Martin supported the event, which featured nine holes of minigolf on the center’s covered patio and recreation room. Each hole was sponsored by a local business or group, including

have some fun and support the Senior Center. It’s been a long 18 months and I hope it’s a sign of better things to come….” said Christina Crain, executive director, Stamford Senior Center. Tournament sponsors included AJM Real Estate Services Inc., Cassena Care at Stamford, Edgehill, Maplewood Senior Living, The Residence at Summer Street, SilverSource, Care Patrol, The Waterstone on High Ridge, Len Schwartz, Clare Bolduc and Osborn Home Care.

Principle Wealth Partners, Oasis Senior Advisors and ARK Healthcare & Rehabilitation at St. Camillus. As a nonprofit organization, the Stamford Senior Center must fundraise to support the wide array of active and engaging programming it offers throughout the year. With exercise classes, lifelong learning programs, expert speakers and more, the organization is a resource for its more than 900 members. “It is great to see everyone come out,

BLACKSHAW HUNCHAR REPRESENTED BY SCRE Saugatuck Commercial Real Estate (SCRE) in Westport represented the landlord, Blackshaw Hunchar LLC, in leasing second-floor office space at 1835 Post Road East, Westport. The 2,368-square-foot office space was leased to Second Foundation Partners LLC. – an investment advisory firm currently in Fairfield. According to Rusty Guinn, cofounder of Second Foundation, “The last few years have made Fairfield County more attractive than ever as a home for a growing financial technology business….We needed space that could serve multiple functions …for our technology development efforts.” Second Foundation Partners was represented by Bruce Wettenstein of Vidal Wettenstein LLC. Nate Greenberg and Penny Wickey of SCRE represented the landlord.

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NYMC SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY MASTER’S PROGRAM

Kate Franklin, Ph.D., CCC-SLP Chair of the Department of Speech-Language Pathology (SLP). New York Medical College (NYMC) School of Health Sciences and Practice

s an undergraduate student, Kate Franklin, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, chair of the Department of Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) at New York Medical College (NYMC) School of Health Sciences and Practice (SHSP), volunteered with organizations and observed school-aged children with multiple disabilities. Some of the children had communication disorders that impacted their autonomy and full participation in activities across multiple environments. Seeing these children inspired her to pursue a career that would allow her to help individuals with communication impairments. “These experiences motivated me to pur-

sue education in speech-language pathology, focusing on communication support for people unable to use their natural speech for communication,” said Dr. Franklin. Dr. Franklin completed her doctoral training in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), which focuses on nonelectronic and electronic interventions to facilitate communication and interaction. For more than 35 years, this specialization has allowed her to serve individuals ranging from young children enrolled in early intervention programs to adults with various acquired disorders and neurodegenerative diseases that impact speech and language skills.

As a faculty member, Dr. Franklin’s mission at NYMC is to interface with faculty and students in a dynamic learning environment and provide dedicated SLP graduate students with the tools to grow into outstanding professionals. The speech clinic at NYMC allows SLP faculty to work alongside students providing them with extensive opportunities to practice the clinical skills to fulfill licensure requirements. To further strengthen the SLP program, NYMC faculty partnered with Boston Children’s Health Physicians (BCHP), officially becoming its Division of Speech and Language Pathology. NYMC and BCHP operate a full-service speech-language pathology outpatient clinic that offers a comprehensive range of services for adults and children in the lower Hudson Valley region, where faculty and clinical staff work alongside graduate student clinicians. In addition to outpatient evaluation and therapy services, the practice offers several specialty clinics. These include an accent enhancement group, an adolescent social skills group, a pediatric language enhancement group and an adult communication group. The department continues to develop new services as needs arise such as the pediatric feeding and swallowing clinic, which offers services in evaluating and treating a variety of disorders that affect eating. This service is managed by a team of speech-language pathologists with specific expertise to assist the feeding and swallowing needs of children with significant medical complexities and those with behavioral feeding concerns.

The Department of Speech-Language Pathology at NYMC is dedicated to serving the community. For more information, visit www.nymc.edu/slp or contact 914-5944912 to schedule an appointment.

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VACCINE REQUIREMENTS AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT FOR HEALTH CARE FACILITIES

n July 29, 2021, in a further effort to stop the spread of Covid-19 and emerging variants, President Joe Biden announced that all civilian federal employees must be vaccinated against the coronavirus or be forced to submit to regular testing, social distancing, mask requirements and restrictions on most travel. Building on that directive, on Sept. 9, 2021, the President announced a six-point action plan, which calls on the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to develop and implement a new emergency temporary standard (ETS) to require employers with more than 100 employees to require that their employees are either fully vaccinated or subject to Covid-19 testing at least once per week. The plan also calls on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to take action to require Covid-19 vaccinations for workers in most health care settings that receive Medicare or Medicaid reimbursement, including but not limited to hospitals, dialysis facilities, ambulatory surgical settings and home health agencies. This action builds on the vaccination requirement for nursing facilities recently announced by CMS and will apply to nursing home staff as well as staff in hospitals and other CMS-regulated settings, including clinical staff, individuals providing services under arrangements, volunteers and staff who are not involved in direct patient, resident or client care. Although OSHA and CMS have yet to issue details on these requirements, these announcements have spurred many local, state and private employers to follow suit and to begin implementing policies that mandate vaccines as a condition of employment. Guidance from the EEOC issued on May 28, 2021 confirmed that private employers can mandate the vaccine for their workforce and avoid legal exposure with respect to federal anti-discrimination laws. Consistent with the law, employers must provide for accommodation requests on the basis of certain medical or religious reasons. The EEOC further opined that employees have the right to refuse to be vaccinated, but if they do, at-will employers have the right to terminate their employment. At the state level, the New York State Department of Health’s Public Health and Health Planning Council (PHHPC) approved emergency regulations on Aug. 26, 2021 that institute a broad vaccine mandate for New York health care facilities. The mandate implemented by the emergency regulations took effect immediately upon their filing with the New York Secretary of State on Aug. 26, 2021. The emergency regulations apply to each of the following categories of health care provid-

ers licensed by the state of New York pursuant to the Public Health Law or Social Services Law: • general hospitals and nursing homes; • diagnostic and treatment centers, including without limitation community health centers and other federally qualified health centers, dental clinics and dispensaries, midwifery birth centers and rehabilitation clinics; • certified home health agencies, long-term home health care programs, acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) home care programs, licensed home care service agencies and limited licensed home care service agencies; • home and in-patient hospices; and • adult care facilities.

All individuals who are employed by, or otherwise affiliated with, a Covered Entity, regardless of whether they are paid, will be subject to these emergency regulations. Employees in general hospitals and nursing homes must receive their first Covid-19 vaccine dose by Sept. 27, 2021. Employees of all other Covered Entities must receive their first dose by Oct. 7, 2021. Employees seeking an exemption based on a medical condition may present a certification from a licensed physician or certified nurse practitioner (not from any other medical provider) documenting that the Covid-19 vaccine is detrimental to their health based upon a pre-existing condition. The certification must contain the nature and duration of the medical

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exemption and be maintained by the Covered Entity for production to the Department of Health upon request. The state did not speak to acceptable accommodations for employees who are granted medical exemptions, but the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) entitles employees to a reasonable accommodation for any medical reason that can be considered a disability. Such accommodations may include routine Covid-19 testing, additional personal protective equipment, leaves of absence or reassignment to isolated or remote work. Notably, the Department of Health explicitly stated during the Aug. 26, 2021 hearing that Covered Entities will no longer be permitted to Bleakley Platt, page 5

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provide religious exemptions to personnel covered by the Covid-19 vaccine mandate. In addressing the PHHPC at the emergency hearing, counsel for the Department of Health stated that removal of this exemption will not conflict with any federal statutes because the agency is not “Constitutionally required to provide a religious exemption,” pointing to existing requirements for measles, mumps and rubella vaccinations for New York health care employees and students in public and private schools. On Sept. 14, 2021, a federal judge in the Northern District of New York issued an order granting a temporary restraining order, temporarily enjoining the state from enforcing the mandate “to the extent it categorically requires health care employers to deny or revoke religious exemptions from Covid-19 vaccination mandates.” The new mandates also pose significant legal questions regarding the impacts of the mandates on collective bargaining agreements for unionized workforces and the applicability of vaccine policies to remote workers. The legal landscape surrounding the mandates will undoubtedly continue to evolve. In the meantime, employers must continue to impose measures for maintaining the health and safety of their unvaccinated and otherwise high-risk employees. To that end, OSHA issued guidance in August recommending that employers develop “multiple layers of protection,” including encouraging vaccination, masking and physical distancing, testing for disease, routine disinfecting, antibody testing or rescheduling/reassigning employees away from patient or client contact. Violations of OSHA’s recommendations may be considered violations of its general duty clause, which carries penalties of up to $13,653 per violation and up to $136,532 per violation for willful and repeat violations. Additionally, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul recently designated Covid-19 as a “highly contagious communicable disease that presents a serious risk of harm to the public health” under New York state’s HERO Act, triggering all employers to promptly take steps to implement their exposure prevention plans. The designation is in place until Sept. 30, 2021. The state has not released details of how it plans to enforce this requirement. Joseph DeGiuseppe is the head of the Labor and Employment practice group at Bleakley Platt & Schmidt. Gina Nicotera is an associate at the firm.

ealth-care professionals can gain career-advancing financial skills in just seven weeks with Southern’s new online certificate program, “Finance for Healthcare Professionals.” The program prepares professionals to comprehend financial data and make sound financial decisions affecting health-care organizations. “If you’re working in health care, Southern gives you the basic financial skills to do your job in a better manner,” said Sandip Dutta, professor of finance and department chairperson. “This new program is unique.

Each topic has been carefully selected and is taught by industry experts. In a very short time frame, you’ll get advanced financial management skills, great for a promotion or an entry into health care.” Finance for Healthcare Professionals is ideal for those who want a better understanding of cash flows, basic budgets and other financial concepts relevant for the health-care industry — without the time constraints of a demanding health-care MBA. Program content covers the business of health care, health-care economics and policy, financial modeling, cash flow and

valuation and much more. Professionals looking to gain the skills to efficiently manage the operations of multifaceted health-care organizations while navigating ever-changing regulations could include lab managers, health practice managers, registered nurses interested in administrative roles, insurance and pharmaceutical professionals, as well as students enrolled in a public health major or a nursing major. Ready to get started? Learn more at www.southernct.edu/academics/finance/ certificates.

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Jonathan Gertman, vice president of development for The NRP Group, which has joined the Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp. (HVEDC) Board of Directors, will represent the company. Gertman leads NRP’s New York City office, originating and overseeing market rate and affordable development. He is responsible for the company’s development efforts in New York City, Westchester, Long Island, New Jersey and Connecticut. Previously, Gertman worked in New York for Forest City Realty Trust. He is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and the Wharton School of Business. The NRP Group is a vertically integrated developer, owner, builder and manager of best-in-class multifamily housing. Since its founding in 1994, NRP has developed more than 43,000 apartment homes and currently manages over 23,000 residential units.

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In 2018, the Greenwich Police Department (GPD) recognized a marked increase within the central business district of crime against area merchants such as forgery, identity theft, fraudulent credit card and other financial transactions and shoplifting. In response, the department created an Organized Retail Crime Activity (ORCA) Team consisting of three dedicated officers with support from other members of the GPD tasked with countering the crimes afflicting downtown Greenwich. The result was hundreds of charges,

large and small, brought against suspects and information shared with local business establishments to improve crime prevention procedures. To date, the ORCA Team has investigated 101 cases, resulting in 136 arrests for 311 felonies, 217 misdemeanors and dozens of infractions and a total of 803 charges. Many of these local arrests are tied to major regional cases investigated by federal law enforcement agencies, with some of the suspects connected to violent crimes committed elsewhere.

According to Police Chief Jim Heavey, the ORCA Team has played an essential role in the redeployment of officers on Greenwich Avenue. Heavey describes the primary objective of the professional crime rings as “not for personal usage of goods, but to turn the stolen property from retail stores into financial gain through re-sales. These criminal operations are responsible for tens of billions of dollars in losses each year nationally. Locally the losses can devastate a retail business.”

REALTOR® FOUNDATION PRESENTS DONATION The Hudson Gateway Realtor® Foundation in White Plains, the charitable arm of the Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors®, recently presented a check for $2,000 to the Somers-based Drug Crisis in Our Backyard, which serves the Hudson Valley. Founded in 2012 by Susan and Steve Salomone and Carol and Lou Christiansen after the loss of their sons to a battle against heroin, the organization promotes awareness about drug use and serves the region with support groups and various events. “Sadly, overdosed deaths are at epidemic proportions: 93,000 overdosed deaths last year. The pandemic has made it worse,” said Carol Christiansen. Susan Salomone said, “With the funds that you have granted us, we will do an educational training for families to help influence change in a loved one’s behavior.”

Key Private Bank, the wealth management division of KeyCorp, recently appointed Michael Rieger, CFP®, as senior vice president and market leader to head its Hudson Valley/ Metro New York market. Rieger is responsible for leading a team of local private bankers who provide financial planning, investment, trust and banking solutions for high-net-worth individuals and families. He is based in the firm’s New York City office and will report to Thomas Scaturro, Key Private Bank regional executive for eastern markets and Florida market president. Rieger brings more than 20 years of wealth and investment management experience to Key. Previously he was a senior director and wealth manager at The Bank Of New York Mellon. Prior to that he was with Merrill Lynch and Pergament Advisors in New York. Rieger earned an M.B.A. from Columbia Business School and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Hamilton College. He also holds a CFP® certification. For nearly 200 years, Key Private Bank has been helping affluent families take a comprehensive approach to building, managing and protecting their wealth in any market environment.

CARMODY CONTINUES TO GROW With the appointment of five new attorneys to the firm, Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP continues growth across its offices and 30 areas of practice in New Haven, Stamford, Waterbury, Litchfield and Southbury. The new attorneys are: Jasmine Cooper-Little, an associate in the litigation practice based in the New Haven office. She gained her J.D. from Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law in New York. Anthony El-Hashem, an associate in the firm’s immigration practice based in the New Haven office. He gained his J.D. from the University of Connecticut Law School. Mark S. Fanelli III, an associate in the corporate and business services practice, based in the firm’s Stamford office, earned his J.D. from Pace University. Max D. Matt, an associate in the real estate practice based in the Stamford office, earned his J.D. from Vermont Law School. Margaret E. Smith, an associate in the corporate and business services in Waterbury, earned her J.D. from the University of Connecticut School of Law. Managing Partner Richard L. Street said, “We are very excited to have these talented lawyers join our firm as we continue our strategic growth across all our offices.”

From left: Susan and Steve Salomone and Carol Christiansen, founders of Drug Crisis in Our Backyard.

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Facts & Figures U.S. BANKRUPTCY COURT White Plains & Poughkeepsie Local business cases, Sept. 15 - 21 Lieberman LeBovit PLLC, Yorktown Heights vs. Susan C. Christenson, Irvington, 21-7092RDD: Adversary proceeding in Christenson Chapter 7 (20-23224). Attorney: Jeffrey A. Reich.

U.S. DISTRICT COURT, White Plains Local business cases, Sept. 15 - 21 Elizabeth Salerno, Hillsdale, New Jersey vs. Northern Manor Multicare Facility, Nanuet, 21-cv-7707-CS: Civil rights, removal from Rockland Supreme Court. Attorney: Diane Windholz. Roberta Greenberg, Mamaroneck vs. Atria Woodlands, Ardsley, et al, 21-cv-7722-NSR: Personal injury, removal from Westchester Supreme Court. Attorney: Waleed Rehman. Daniel and Juliette Morton, Vancouver, British Columbia vs. Downtown Investment Advisory, White Plains, et al, 21-cv-7782-NSR: Breach of fiduciary duty. Attorneys: Adam J. Weinstein, Courtney Werning. Westchester County vs. Taro Pharmaceuticals USA, Hawthorne, et al, 21-cv-7893: Antitrust, removal from Westchester Supreme Court. Attorney: pro se.

DEEDS

Above $1 million 108 Gateway LLC, New Rochelle. Seller: 108 Gateway Development LLC, White Plains. Property: 108 S. Main St., Rye. Amount: $2.8 million. Filed Sept. 15. 123 East Coast Deliveries LLC, Ridgewood, New Jersey. Seller: Four State Commercial Developers LLC, Brooklyn. Property: 669 Third Ave., Mount Vernon. Amount: $2.3 million. Filed Sept. 15. 164 Palisades Street LLC, Dobbs Ferry. Seller: Tarricone Realty LLC, Dobbs Ferry. Property: 60 Main St., Greenburgh. Amount: $1.3 million. Filed Sept. 13. 167 Purchase LLC, Rye. Seller: SRA Holdings Inc., Rye. Property: 167 Purchase St., Rye. Amount: $2.3 million. Filed Sept. 15. 210 West LLC, Mount Vernon. Seller: Magaruffin LLC, Mount Vernon. Property: 210 Lincoln Ave., Mount Vernon. Amount: $4.1 million. Filed Sept. 16. AZ Yonkers LLC, Media, Pennsylvania. Seller: Columbia Garden Center LLC, Bronx. Property: 21 Tuckahoe Road, Yonkers. Amount: $2 million. Filed Sept. 14. BGRS Relocation Inc., Scottsdale, Arizona. Seller: Sarah Dowdall and Martin Dowdall, Larchmont. Property: 52 Sherwood Drive, Mamaroneck. Amount; $1 million. Filed Sept. 13. Curranc Gardens LLC, Yonkers. Seller: Rajan Realty Partners II LLC, Jacksonville, Florida. Property: 116 Yonkers Ave., Yonkers. Amount: $1.1 million. Filed Sept. 14. Diamond, Christopher M. and Kathryn R. Diamond, Larchmont. Seller: ELK Home Partners LP, Rye. Property: 18 Clover St., Mamaroneck. Amount: $1.3 million. Filed Sept. 13.

Items appearing in the Fairfield County Business Journal’s On The Record section are compiled from various sources, including public records made available to the media by federal, state and municipal agencies and the court system. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of this information, no liability is assumed for errors or omissions. In the case of legal action, the records cited are open to public scrutiny and should be inspected before any action is taken. Questions and comments regarding this section should be directed to: Larry Miles c/o Westfair Communications Inc. 701 Westchester Ave, Suite 100 J White Plains, N.Y. 10604-3407 Phone: 694-3600 • Fax: 694-3699

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Ganzalez, Daniel and Joanna Ganzalez, Mamaroneck. Seller: ELK Home Partners LP, Rye. Property: 18 Clover St., Mamaroneck. Amount: $1.3 million. Filed Sept. 15. Jakub, Stuart and Rhonda Jakub, Brooklyn. Seller: National Residential Nominee Services, Frisco, Texas. Property: 3 Blueberry Hill Road, Greenburgh. Amount: $1.4 million. Filed Sept. 16. MYE LLC, Croton-on-Hudson. Seller: Kenneth Sena, Croton-on-Hudson. Property: 17 Finney Farm Road, Cortlandt. Amount: $1.7 million. Filed Sept. 14. National Residential Nominee Services, Frisco, Texas. Seller: Amanda M. Livanos and Peter B. Livanos, Irvington. Property: 3 Blueberry Hill Road, Greenburgh. Amount: $1.4 million. Filed Sept. 16. New York Jefferson Valley Self Storage LLC, Seattle, Washington. Seller: Bali Properties Inc., Jefferson Valley. Property: 621 Bank Road, Yorktown. Amount: $4.5 million. Filed Sept. 14. Orchard Farm Realty LLC, Bronx. Seller: Alex M. Ritzcovan and Dana F. Ritzcovan, Katoah. Property: 14 Orchard Hill Road, Somers. Amount: $2.9 million. Filed Sept. 13.

Akinsemoyin, Adebiyi Mutiu and Olateju Odumosu, White Plains. Seller: O’Connor’s Dream LLC, Bronx. Property: 210 Abbot Ave., Greenburgh. Amount: $650,000. Filed Sept. 15.

Stephanie 23 Plain Avenue Corp., New Rochelle. Seller: Sergio Armando Valencia, New Rochelle. Property: 23 Plain Ave., New Rochelle. Amount: $196,100. Filed Sept. 16.

Garris, Michael and Anne Warren, Larchmont. Seller: BGRS Relocation Inc., Scottsdale, Arizona. Property: 52 Sherwood Drive, Mamaroneck. Amount: $999,999. Filed Sept. 13.

Sullivan, Robert and Susan Sullivan, Yonkers. Seller: Rama Realty Group LLC, Yonkers. Property: 55 Northview Terrace, Yonkers Amount: $195,000. Filed Sept.14.

Below $1 million

Parkview B&G LLC, Baldwin Place. Seller: Somers Realty Corp., Harrison. Property: Route 6, Somers. Amount: $275,000. Filed Sept. 15.

23-30 West Sandford Boulevard LC, Mount Vernon. Seller: Pauline Alleyne, Mount Vernon. Property: 28-30 W. Sandford Blvd., Mount Vernon. Amount: $560,000. Filed Sept. 15. 104 Buena Vista Avenue LLC, Yonkers. Seller: 104 Buena Vista Realty LLC, Yonkers. Property: 104 Buena Vista Ave., Yonkers. Amount: $597,000. Filed Sept. 13. 210 West LLC, Mount Vernon. Seller: 136 West Sidney LLC, Mount Vernon. Property: 135 Sidney Ave., Mount Vernon. Amount: $125,000. Filed Sept. 16.

Jeonchenet LLC, Mamaroneck. Seller: 1946 Holding Corp., New Rochelle. Property: 1965 Mamaroneck Ave., Mamaroneck. Amount: $935,000. Filed Sept. 15. Kocovic, Eddie and Ana Kocovic, Bronx. Seller: 204 Woodhampton LLC, Yonkers. Property: 204 Wood Hampton Drive, Greenburgh. Amount: $575,750. Filed Sept. 15. McRead, Colm, Queens. Seller: Baron Locust LLC, New Rochelle. Property: 528 Locust St., Mount Vernon. Amount: $700,000. Filed Sept. 13. New York Home Handy Services Corp., Bronx. Seller: Ruth Deemer and Megan Waluk, Mohegan Lake. Property: 2732 Old Yorktown Road, Yorktown. Amount: $310,000. Filed Sept. 15.

PITSNY LLC, Mahopac. Seller: Brian Madden, Cortlandt Manor. Property: 4 Oriole Lane, Cortlandt. Amount: $233,000. Filed Sept. 15. Rama Realty Group LLC, Yonkers. Seller: 25 Greenwood Estates LLC, Stamford, Connecticut. Property: 27 Greenwood Ave., Rye. Amount: $190,000. Filed Sept. 15. RLTJ Properties LLC, Carmel. Seller: Peter Nyitray, Flemington, New Jersey. Property: 14 Smith Ave., Mount Kisco. Amount: $580,000. Filed Sept. 13.

VNB Development LLC, Ardsley. Seller: 265 Morsemere LLC, Jericho. Property: 265 Morsemere Ave., Yonkers. Amount: $180,000. Filed Sept. 14. Weichert Workforce Mobility Inc., Morris Plains, New Jersey. Seller: Mathew A. Haggstrom, Mohegan Lake. Property: 272 Old Farm Lane, Yorktown. Amount: $347,500. Filed Sept. 14.

JUDGMENTS

54 Towing & Tire Shop Corp., Bronx. $56,700 in favor of LCF Group Inc., Lake Success. Filed Sept. 13. Adel, Ahmed, Yonkers. $10,903.83 in favor of Velocity Investments LLC, Wall, New Jersey. Filed Sept. 14. Boyd, Keisha L., Mohegan Lake. $20,617.58 in favor of Toyota Motor Credit Corp., Plano, Texas. Filed Sept. 15. Bronx Park Deli Corp., Bronx. $32,559.69 in favor of Stanson Automated LLC, Yonkers. Filed Sept. 14. Cabey, Anderson, Yonkers. $5,121.41 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank National Association, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed Sept. 15. Castro, Duvan A., Rye. $4,682.32 in favor of Citibank National Association, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed Sept. 13.

Clay, Dwayne S., Mount Vernon. $6,715.90 in favor of Cavalry SPV I LLC, Valhalla. Filed Sept. 13. Cobaj, Naser, Pelham. $3,639 in favor of Toyota Motor Credit Corp., Plano, Texas. Filed Sept. 15. Cruz, Marvin P., White Plains. $9,213.33 in favor of Jefferson Capital Systems LLC, Saint Cloud, Minnesota. Filed Sept. 14. Cunningham, Mary, Peekskill. $1,319.15 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Las Vegas, Nevada. Filed Sept. 13. Dalton, Kenya, Peekskill. $3,972.25 in favor of Velocity Investments LLC, Wall, New Jersey. Filed Sept. 14. Diaz, Eduardo, Yonkers. $2,980.63 in favor of Citibank National Association, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed Sept. 13. Dillard, Angela Y., White Plains. $1,823.60 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Las Vegas, Nevada. Filed Sept. 13. Echevarria, Cruz, Rye Brook. $7,566.32 in favor of Jefferson Capital Systems LLC, Saint Cloud, Minnesota. Filed Sept. 14. Gilchrest, Anthony J., Peekskill. $5,797.16 in favor of National Collegiate Student Loan Trust, Boston, Massachusetts. Filed Sept. 14. Goldson, Avarita, Mount Vernon. $1,994.78 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Las Vegas, Nevada. Filed Sept. 13. Gonzalez, Cassandra E., Yonkers. $9,576.78 in favor of Discover Bank, New Albany. Filed Sept. 13. Heffelfinger, Jason, Hastings-on-Hudson. $6,236.56 90 in favor of Cavalry SPV I LLC, Valhalla. Filed Sept. 13.

Facts & Figures Henderson, Gary, Peekskill. $1,173.74 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Las Vegas, Nevada. Filed Sept. 13.

Ngoensritong, Sapun, Brooklyn. $9,942.06 in favor of Bank of America, Charlotte, North Carolina. Filed Sept. 15.

Hickey, Eileen, White Plains. $2,535.51 in favor of Ford Motor Credit Company LLC, Dearborn, Minnesota. Filed Sept. 15.

Niguidula, Andrew, Pound Ridge. $2,535 in favor of Long Island University, Brookville. Filed Sept. 14.

Hudgins, Alexander, Peekskill. $10,469.27 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Las Vegas, Nevada. Filed Sept. 14.

Paratore, Douglas A., Rye. $34,771.01 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank National Association, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed Sept. 15.

Iadeluca, Luis M., Bedford. $6,909.50 in favor of Discover Bank, New Albany, Ohio. Filed Sept. 13.

Pokanco, Fanny, Yonkers. $14,231.43 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Las Vegas, Nevada. Filed Sept. 13.

Kumar, Jainendra, Yonkers. $4,599.64 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank National Association, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed Sept. 13.

Puff, Maria, West Harrison. $1,892.53 in favor of Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, Dearborn, Minnesota. Filed Sept. 16.

Maffucci, Joan, Yonkers. $6,781.24 in favor of Velocity Investments LLC, Wall, New Jersey. Filed Sept. 14.

Reis, Djalma, Port Chester. $85,517.02 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Las Vegas, Nevada. Filed Sept. 13.

Mamaroneck Village Board of Trustees, Mamaroneck. $2,728.74 in favor of Stuart Tiekert, Mamaroneck. Filed Sept. 17.

Salazar, Madelyn, Peekskill. $1,015 in favor of Hudson Valley Hospital Center, Cortlandt. Filed Sept. 14.

Marte, Jeffrey S., Yonkers. $13,783.80 in favor of Westlake Services LLC, Los Angeles, California.

Santiago, Luis, Scarsdale. $3,434.31 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Las Vegas, Nevada. Filed Sept. 14.

Meil, Annette C., Rye. $10,139.14 in favor of Bank of America National Association, Charlotte, North Carolina. Filed Sept. 17. Mena, Gilmar L., Hartsdale. $13,054.19 in favor of Toyota Motor Credit Corp., Plano, Texas. Filed Sept. 15. Milligan, Michael F., Mount Kisco. $3,656.86 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank National Association, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed Sept. 13. Mitchell, Michael, Yonkers. $22,800.76 in favor of Velocity Investments LLC, Wall, New Jersey. Filed Sept. 14.

Santiago, Giovanna, Mount Vernon $2,403.01 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Las Vegas, Nevada. Filed Sept. 13. Saunders, Gerard, Yonkers. $1,622.40 in favor of Capital One Bank National Association, Gen Allen, Virginia. Filed Sept. 15. Sica, Stephen, Mount Vernon. $2,949.69 in favor of Velocity Investments LLC, Wall, New Jersey. Filed Sept. 14. Sharyon, Ashley Nicholson, Mount Vernon. $3,195.47 in favor of Ford Motor Credit Company LLC, Dearborn, Minnesota. Filed Sept. 17.

Tolhuysen, Henricus J., Bronxville. $12,596.36 in favor of Citibank National Association, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed Sept. 13.

LIS PENDENS

The following filings indicate a legal action has been initiated, the outcome of which may affect the title to the property listed. Coleman, John H., as owner. Filed by U.S. Bank National Association. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $850,000 affecting property located at 13 White Birch Road, Pound Ridge. Filed Sept. 17. Cozart, Rachel, as owner. Filed by U.S. Bank National Association. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $1,188.29 affecting property located at 119 Dehaven Drive, Unit 233, Yonkers. Filed Sept. 17. Dass, Surendra and Yocasta Dass, as owners. Filed by U.S. Bank National Association. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $8,080.10 affecting property located at 63 Patmore Ave., Yonkers. Filed Sept. 15. Fay, Carolyn Sabatini and John R. Fay, as owners. Filed by Bank of America Funding Corporation. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $440,000 affecting property located at 41 Linwood Road, New Rochelle. Filed Sept. 17. Jalca, Felix and Johanna Jalca, as owners. Filed by Wells Fargo National Association. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $300,000 affecting property located at 285 Ravencrest Road, Yorktown. Filed Sept. 14. Lavey, Neil B. and Gorden H. Lavey, as owners. Filed by U.S. Bank National Association. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $2,975.96 affecting property located at 119 DeHaven Drive, Unit 330, Yonkers. Filed Sept. 17.

Tacon, Derek, as owner. Filed by PHR NPL Fund I LLC. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $350,000 affecting property located at 112 Great Oak Lane, Pleasantville. Filed Sept. 17. Wade, Melvyn, as owner. Filed by Wilmington Savings Fund Society. Action: Foreclosure of a mortgage in the principal amount of $938,250 affecting property located at 185 Sheridan Ave., Mount Kisco. Filed Sept. 14.

MECHANIC’S LIENS

20 Disbrow Lane LLC, New Rochelle. $9,248.26in favor of Marjam Supply Co Inc., Farmingdale. Filed Sept. 16. 70 Nardozzi LLC, New Rochelle. $165,309.80 in favor of Zito & Zito Maintenance Inc., Oceanside. Filed Sept. 14. HA Grace, Eastchester. $7,683.47 in favor of Clean Slate Services Inc., Brooklyn. Filed Sept. 13. Ramos, Teodocio, Greenburgh. $11,675 in favor of Pace Electric Inc., New Rochelle. Filed Sept. 16. Reyes, Carla S., Mamaroneck. $39,100 in favor of Super Pros LLC, Mount Vernon. Filed Sept. 14.

NEW BUSINESSES

This newspaper is not responsible for typographical errors contained in the original filings.

PARTNERSHIPS

W&M Cleaning Services, 12 Smith St., Apt. 2, Port Chester 10573, c/o William R. Nunez and Monica M. Mejia. Filed Sept. 13.

SOLE PROPRIETORSHIPS

A&V Multi Service, 8 Croton Ave., Ossining 10562, c/o Angelica Roso-Toledo. Filed Sept. 14. Ali’s Limo, 51 Davis Ave., Unit 2b, White Plains 10605, c/o Mohammed S. Ali. Filed Sept. 16. Carmen Construction Services, 70 King Ave., Yonkers 10704, c/o Neill Gallagher. Filed Sept. 14. Crosation Designs, 1333A North Ave., No. 412, New Rochelle 10804, c/o Jody Natalie Bowen. Filed Sept. 14. Cruff, 68 N. Malcolm St., Ossining 10562, c/o Erwin Riogway. Filed Sept. 14. Double O Finances, 19 Claremont Gardens, Ossining 10562, c/o Olukayoda Olasokan. Filed Sept. 14. Dungarees, 68 N. Malcolm St., Ossining 10562, c/o Erwin Rigoway. Filed Sept. 14. Eli Restoration Works, 3675 Old Yorktown Road, Shrub Oak 10588, c/o Elias Dobrayel. Filed Sept. 17. ELP Landscaping Service, 2 Van Wart Ave., No. 2, White Plains 10606, c/o Eleazor Orozco Bravo. Filed Sept. 16. Fashions Fit For All, 53 School St., Bedford Hills 10507, c/o Lisa K. Campbell. Filed Sept. 15. Fintech Coach, 18 Ebenezer Lane, Pound Ridge 10576, c/o Charles Falker. Filed Sept. 16. Glam By Kiki, 15 Bank St., Apt. 116j, White Plains 10606, c/o Mikayla Jean Mory. Filed Sept. 14. Jabaz Soul Food Restaurant, 801 South St., Apt. 9E, Peekskill 10566, c/o Rosalyn Langston. Filed Sept. 14.

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Kingz Cleanerz & Son, 18 Garfield St., Yonkers 10701, c/o Carmen Acevedo. Filed Sept. 15. MJS Promo 365, 200 Beacon Hill Drive, Dobbs Ferry 10522, c/o Maria Singh. Filed Sept. 17. Progeny Project, 64 Fletcher Ave., No. 3, Mount Vernon 10552, c/o Arthur Li Smith. Filed Sept. 17. Rubi Stones, 29 Merritt St., Port Chester 10573, c/o Roberto DeJesus Moyales Maydes. Filed Sept. 16. Sage Martial Arts, P.O. Box 703, Shrub Oak 10588, c/o Francis Ogbue. Filed Sept. 17. Wall Art Finest, 599 W. Hartsdale Ave., White Plains 10607, c/o Fabrice Helclivert. Filed Sept. 14. Your Virtual Jessistant, 499 N. Broadway, Apt. 3J, White Plains 10603, c/o Jessica Greene. Filed Sept. 17. Zov New York, 105 Corporate Park Drive, West Harrison 10604, c/o Anna Abalyan. Filed Sept. 16.

PATENTS Coherent placement of slotline mode suppression structures in coplanar waveguides for quantum devices. Patent no. 11,126,776 issued to Salvatore Olivadese, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk. Formation of carbon nanotube-containing devices. Patent no. 11,127,903 issued to Ali Afzali-Ardakani, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk. Gathering information on user interactions with natural language processor (NLP) items to order presentation of NLP items in documents. Patent no. 11,126,645 issued to Eric Erpenbach, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk.

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Facts & Figures Hybrid network infrastructure management. Patent no. 11,128,668 issued to Jinho Hwang, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk.

HUDSON VALLEY

Large channel interconnects through silicon vias (TSVs) and method for constructing the same. Patent no. 11,127,715 issued to Paul Andry, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk.

Omnichannel approach to application sharing across different devices. Patent no. 11,128,707 issued to Paul Castro, et al. Assigned to IBM, Armonk.

Forge Hill Holdings LLC, as owner. Lender: Broadview Capital LLC. Property: 112 Forge Hill Road, New Windsor. Amount: $1 million. Filed Sept. 13.

Systems and methods for pre-processing network messages to optimize routing. Patent no. 11,127,004 issued to Dana Lorberg, et al. Assigned to Mastercard, Purchase.

WORKERS’ COMPENSATION BOARD JUDGMENTS Failure to carry insurance or for work-related injuries and illnesses, Sept. 16 to Sept. 22, 2021. Sugar Bee Catering LLC, Larchmont. Amount: $38,250. La Connect NYC Corp., Yonkers. Amount: $20,500. Peach Lake Market & BBQ, North Salem. Amount: $6,500.

BUILDING LOANS

Above $1 million

Below $1 million 4446 Riverside LLC, as owner. Lender: Loan Funder LLC Series 19877. Property: 44 and 46 Riverside Ave., Haverstraw. Amount; $211,650. Filed Sept. 15.

Rodriguez, Kevin, as owner. Lender: TD Bank National Association. Property: 12 Tomlins View, Tompkins Cove. Amount: $920,000. Filed Sept. 17. Smith, Derrick and Jacqueline Smith, as owners. Lender: PCSB Bank. Property: in Wappinger. Amount: $400,000. Filed Sept. 17. Tussy, Frank and Aurora Tussy, as owners. Lender: Primelending. Property: 40 Ohio Ave., Congers. Amount: $419,500. Filed Sept. 17.

DEEDS

Nxt Lvl PR LLC, Yonkers. Amount: $25,000.

Gifted Performing Arts Inc., Yonkers. Amount: $50,000.

135 Main North LLC, Piermont. Seller: Capital One National Association, Melville. Property: 65 N. Main St., New City. Amount: $1.2 million. Filed Sept. 17. 281 New York LLC, Brooklyn. Seller: Gustavo A. Pineyro and Patricia Pineyro, New City. Property: 281 Phillips Hill Road, Clarkstown. Amount: $1.2 million. Filed Sept. 15.

TSI Nanuet Inc., Elmsford. Amount: $20,500. TSI Sheridan Inc. d.b.a. New York Sports Club, Elmsford. Amount: $20,500. AML Technologies LLC, Rye Brook. Amount: $2,000.

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282 NMP LLC, Pearl River. Seller: John Buonadonna and Doreen Buonadonna, Pearl River. Property: 282 N. Middletown Road, Orangetown. Amount: $11.2 million. Filed Sept. 14. 2000 Corporate Drive LLC, Dallas, Texas. Seller: The Skae Group LLC, Palisades. Property: 2000 Corporate Drive, Orangeburg. Amount: $23 million. Filed Sept. 14. Nanuet Properties LLC, Scarsdale. Seller: Kaneda Realty Corp., New York City. Property: 180 E. Route 59, Nanuet. Amount: $1.8 million. Filed Sept. 17. West Mountain Woods LLC, Pawling. Seller: Madison Woods Development Corp., Katonah. Property: in Pawling. Amount: $1.5 million. Filed Sept. 15.

Below $1 million

12 Hillcrest LLC, Red Hook. Seller: Denise P. Walsh, Hyde Park. Property: in Milan. Amount: $150,000. Filed Sept. 15. 55 Violet Place LLC, New York City. Seller: Keith Nicoletti and Michelle Mooney, Rhinebeck. Property: in Rhinebeck. Amount: $465,000. Filed Sept. 16. 58 River Road LLC, New York City. Seller: Thomas S. Kantner, Poughkeepsie. Property: in Hyde Park. Amount: $205,000. Filed Sept. 13. 154 Church Street LLC, Millbrook. Seller: Pine Grove Realty LP, Millbrook. Property: in Washington. Amount: $275,000. Filed Sept. 13. 722 Ventures LLC, New York City. Seller: Jolene Verdile, Beacon. Property: in Beacon. Amount: $485,000. Filed Sept. 15. 749-7559W LLC, West Nyack. Seller: 33 ALT LLC, Spring Valley. Property: 749 Route 9W, Clarkstown. Amount: $75,500. Filed Sept. 16.

Aronson, Yochanan Yosef and Ester M. Aronson, Monsey. Seller: Blauvelt Housing LLC, Monsey. Property: 181 Blauvelt Road, Monsey. Amount: $865,264. Filed Sept. 13. Caponigro, Dominick, West Haverstraw. Seller: Amarillo Gypsy Properties LLC, West Haverstraw. Property: 27 Amarillo Drive, Nanuet. Amount: $600,000. Filed Sept. 14. DC-New Valley LLC, Nyack. Seller: Jeffrey A. Oberdier and Charity Oberdier, New City. Property: 118 New Valley Roads, Clarkstown. Amount: $565,000. Filed Sept. 16. Doolittle LLC, Millbrook. Seller: Patricia Colgan, LaGrangeville. Property: in Poughkeepsie. Amount: $200,000. Filed Sept. 17. Drezdner, Abraham, Brooklyn. Seller: 9 Park LLC, Monsey. Property: 9 Part St., Unit 111, Ramapo. Amount: $720,000. Filed Sept. 13. Einhorn, Chaim, Pomona. Seller: Tuxedo Hudson Company, No. 7 LLC, Tuxedo Park. Property: 223 Orange Turnpike, Sloatsburg. Amount: $475,000. Filed Sept. 15. Frank, Moishe and Hindel Frank, Spring Valley. Seller: 66 Twin LLC, Monroe. Property: 66 Twin Ave., Unit 301, Spring Valley. Amount: $635,000. Filed Sept. 16. Fried Realty Group LLC, New City. Seller: 44 South Main Realty Corp., New City. Property: 44 S. Main St., Clarkstown. Amount: $425,000. Filed Sept. 13. Go Green Farms LLC, LaGrangeville. Seller: Ann Costigan Real Estate LLC, Wappinger Falls. Property: in Washington. Amount: $127,500. Filed Sept. 16. Gottdenger, Shimon and Gitty Gottdenger, Monsey. Seller: Good Step 6 LLC, Monsey. Property: 32 Herrick Ave., Unit 113, Spring Valley. Amount: $400,000. Filed Sept. 16. s

Heszkel, Mendy, Monsey. Seller: Leordina Properties LLC, Monsey. Property: 2 Dunlop Drive, Spring Valley. Amount: $600,000. Filed Sept. 17. Jung, Israel and Feiga R. Jung, Monsey. Seller: 66 Twin LLC, Monroe. Property: 66 Twin Ave., Unit 101, Ramapo. Amount: $625,000. Filed Sept. 14. Kohn, Yitzchok J. and Meir Fried, Brooklyn. Seller: 12 Suffern LLC, Chestnut Ridge. Property: 12 Suffern Place, Unit 201, Ramapo. Amount: $875,000. Filed Sept. 17. LaPolla, Joann and Robert LaPolla, South Salem. Seller: 928 Development Group LLC, Patterson. Property: in Dover. Amount: $320,000. Filed Sept. 16. LexiGrace LLC, Petersburg. Seller: KB 9 Corp., Spring Valley. Property: 182 N. Main St., Spring Valley. Amount: $540,000. Filed Sept .17. Maros, David and Agniesza M. Maros, Beacon. Seller: Obercreek Development LLC, Wappingers Falls. Property: in Wappinger. Amount: $175,000. Filed Sept. 17. Pura Vera LLC, New York City. Seller: Theodore E. Berg and Karola Berg, Nassau. Property: in Milan. Amount: $240,000. Filed Sept. 16. Rosenberg, Abraham, Monsey. Seller: Blauvelt Housing LLC, Monsey. Property: 181 Blauvelt Road, Monsey. Amount: $799,000. Filed Sept. 15. Schapira, David and Sarah Schapira, Brooklyn. Seller: Viola Ventures LLC, Chestnut Ridge. Property: 3214 Corner St., Spring Valley. Amount: $599,000. Filed Sept. 15. Smith, Sharon S., Stamford, Connecticut. Seller: Glens Homes LLC, Poughkeepsie. Property: in LaGrange. Amount: $378,000. Filed Sept. 13.

Spaeth, Yaakov and Julie Spaeth, Suffern. Seller: Patricia Ann Homes Inc., Suffern. Property: 40 Bayard Lane North, Montebello. Amount: $970,000. Filed Sept. 15. Spitz, Yaakov, Spring Valley. Seller: 9 park LLC, Monsey. Property: 9 Park St., Unit 201, Ramapo. Amount: $685,000. Filed Sept. 13. Trieger, Shragie and Faigy Trieger, Staten Island. Seller: Summit Gardening RE LLC, Monsey. Property: 21 Park Gardens Court, Unit 10, Ramapo. Amount: $999,999. Filed Sept. 14. Ulutas, Ahmet, Peekskill. Seller: North Clinton 4 LLC, Long Island City. Property: in Poughkeepsie. Amount: $350,000. Filed Sept. 14. Wheeler, Samara Scotonya, Poughkeepsie. Seller: Beauty and the Beast LLC, Massapequa. Property: in Poughkeepsie. Amount: $230,000. Filed Sept. 15. Williams, Patricia and Lasharee Allen, Poughkeepsie. Seller: Lediboe LLC, Poughkeepsie. Property: in Poughkeepsie. Amount: $395,000. Filed Sept. 16.

JUDGMENTS

Arnfield, Jonathan, Poughkeepsie. $1,736.89 in favor of Midland Credit Management Inc., San Diego, California. Filed Sept. 14. Bernanrd, Crystal, Hopewell Junction. $5,318.36 in favor of Capital One Bank National Association, Richmond, Virginia. Filed Sept. 15. Brown, Nicola, Beacon. $1,629.51 in favor of Midland Credit Management Inc., San Diego, California. Filed Sept. 14. Calderly, Katherine A., Cold Spring. $12,588.29 in favor of Bank of America National Association, Charlotte, North Carolina. Filed Sept. 17.

Facts & Figures Cole, Michael G., Lake Peekskill. $10,426.76 in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank National Association, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed Sept. 17. Damico, Christopher, Pine Plains. $1,350.77 in favor of Midland Credit Management Inc., San Diego, California. Filed Sept. 13. Elezovic, Petar, LaGrangeville. $4,821.89 in favor of Cavalry SPV I LLC, Valhalla. Filed Sept. 13. Febo, Amanda L., Patterson. $1,566.83 in favor of Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC, Norfolk, Virginia. Filed Sept. 17. Gjelaj, Maria, Mahopac. $29,405.91 in favor of Cavalry SPV I LLC, Valhalla. Filed Sept. 16. Hall, Janette, Wappingers Falls. $9,856.86 in favor of Midland Credit Management Inc., San Diego, California. Filed Sept. 14. Horton, Bonnie L., Hyde Park. $30,156.65 in favor of Bank of America National Association, Charlotte, North Carolina. Filed Sept. 15. Kope, Carol, Putnam Valley. $1,647.25 in favor of LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, South Carolina. Filed Sept. 14. Lomiento, Thano, Poughkeepsie. $5,487.96 in favor of Barclays Bank Delaware, Wilmington, Delaware. Filed Sept. 16. Lozano, Segundo, Carmel $8,262.19 in favor of Department Stores National Bank, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Filed Sept. 16. Mazzola, Vicki A., Putnam Valley. $2,251.17 in favor of Cavalry SPV I LLC, Valhalla. Filed Sept. 14. McGuigan, Charles J., Carmel. $7,152.46 in favor of Bank of America National Association, Charlotte, North Carolina. Filed Sept. 13.

Murph, Edward A., Carmel. $1,670.01 in favor of Cavalry SPV I LLC, Valhalla. Filed Sept. 17. Oquendo, Steven L., Dover Plains. $2,848.14 in favor of Cavalry SPV I LLC, Valhalla. Filed Sept. 16. Osinki, Rachel L., Wappingers Falls. $2,732.46 in favor of Capital One Bank National Association, Richmond, Virginia. Filed Sept. 14. Owens, Pamela J., Pleasant Valley. $5,430.68 in favor of Capital One Bank National Association, Richmond, Virginia. Filed Sept. 15. Poandl, Michelle Antionette, Carmel. $14,290 in favor of Bank of America National Association, Charlotte, North Carolina. Filed Sept. 13. Stipak, Joyce, New Windsor. $7,141.19 in favor of Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp., Poughkeepsie. Filed Sept. 16. Varble, Dena A.,Poughquag. $2,517.80 in favor of Cavalry SPV I LLC, Valhalla. Filed Sept. 13. Vele, Benjamin a., Lake Peekskill. $3,059.91 in favor of Bank of America National Association, Charlotte, North Carolina. Filed Sept. 13. Vessio, Tiffany E., Brewster. $8,779.31 in favor of Absolute Resolutions Investments LLC, Bloomington, Minnesota. Filed Sept. 16. Willie, Garner V., Garrison. $4,951.77 in favor of Bank of America National Association, Charlotte, North Carolina. Filed Sept. 16.

MECHANIC’S LIENS

Elgrabli, Dalie, as owner. $25,000 in favor of Ramapo Tool Rental Inc. Property: 5 Bluebird Road, Ramapo. Filed Sept. 14. JB Real Estate Management LLC, as owner. $7,390 in favor of MDI Enterprises Inc. Property: 10 Route 304, West Nyack. Filed Sept. 16.

Kern, Anton and Nathalie Karg, as owners. $15,000 in favor of Premier Flooring Family LLC. Property: 151 Selley Road, Union Vale. Filed Sept. 17. Beacon 248 Holdings LLC, as owner. $79.479.25 in favor of Mid-Hudson Concrete Products Inc. Property: 248 Tioronda Ave., Beacon. Filed Sept. 8.

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PARTNERSHIPS BOWND Inc., 6 Academy St., Beacon 12508, c/o Martha Tillson, Christina Castedo and Tracey Tillson. Filed Sept. 16. DB Bakery Distributor of New York, 3 Terrace Ave., Nanuet 10954, c/o Hussein Gheita and Mohamed Salem. Filed Sept. 15. Katia Shipping, 150A W. Eckerson Road, Apt. 4-14C, Spring Valley 10977, c/o Jean Edens Lacrete and Katia Lacrete Pierre Louis. Filed Sept. 14. TJ General Construction Co., 92 Mill St., Apt. 1, Newburgh 12550, c/o Tomas Marin and Jaime Marin. Filed Sept. 13.

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29PN Inc., P.O. Box 1657, Poughkeepsie 12601, c/o Michael J. Worona. Filed Sept. 13. Bibis Safe Home Inspections, 1663 Route 17, Apt. 1, Chester 10918, c/o Norma I Rodriguez. Filed Sept. 15. Bluestar Portraits, 31 Sullivan Ave., Port Jervis 12771, c/o Robert J. Curreri. Filed Sept. 15.

Boutique Y Variedades Manases, 75 N. Main St., Spring Valley 10977, c/o Sayra Yaneth Guzman Figueroa. Filed Sept. 16. Bridge Alliance for Truth & Justice, 196 Main St., Cornwall-on-Hudson 12518, c/o Valerie M. Paul. Filed Sept. 15. Chachi Beauty Co., 218 Old Nyack Turnpike, Apt. 2C, Chestnut Ridge, c/o Nancy A. Gonzalez. Filed Sept. 14. Create a Web Creature, 6 Rose Garden Way, No. 102, Monsey 10952, c/o Yisroel Friedman. Filed Sept. 14. Custom Album Design, 5 Baker Lane, Suffern 10901, c/o Shira Berkowitz. Filed Sept. 14. Diamond Dolls Fastpitch Softball, 33 E. Nauraushaun Ave., Pearl River 10965, c/o Richard Alicandri. Filed Sept. 16. Diversity Decoder, 24 Germonds Road, New City 10956, c/o Linda Dunbar. Filed Sept. 16. Edenville Farm, 20 Union Corners Road, Warwick 10990, c/o Dtf Family Corp. Filed Sept. 13. Evan Wechman, 12 Heritage Drive, Unit E, New City 10956, c/o Evan M. Wechman. Filed Sept. 13. Field Day Custodial Services, 15 Emboden Ave., Otisville 10963, c/o Robert Charles Harris. Filed Sept. 15. Finess D By Nana, 19 Omni Parc Drive, C-19, Nanuet 10954, c/o Nadege Beaubrun. Filed Sept. 13. Gray’s Deli Inc., 31 S. White St., Poughkeepsie 12601, c/o Amer M. Abu Omar. Filed Sept. 17. Harborside Legacy Foundation, 300 East Overlook, Port Washington 11050, Amsterdam House Continuing Care Retirement Community Inc. Filed Sept. 13.

Harper & Assocs Realty Teams, 12 Ronsue Drive, Wappingers Falls 12590, c/o Kfortuna Four Corners Realty Inc. Filed Sept. 13. Hudson Valley Sign Company Inc., 829 Franklin Ave., Thornwood 10594, c/o Michael T. Amoruso. Filed Sept. 14. International Buffet Inc., 2345 South Road, Poughkeepsie 12601, c/o Lawrence A. Kirsch. Filed Sept. 17. J&D Private Service Bureau, 142 N. Pascack Road, Apt. 5, Nanuet 10954, c/o Evelyn Noemi Lopez Aguilar. Filed Sept. 16. John Curley Designs, 113 Highmount Ave., Nyack 10960, c/o John B. Curley. Filed Sept. 14. Johns Home & Video Services, 187 Finchville Turnpike, Otisville 10963, c/o Johnathan Tyrone Shelton. Filed Sept. 15. Kps Pest Control, 19 F. Heritage Drive, New City 10956, c/o Patrick S. Hall. Filed Sept. 14. Louis Enterprises, 67 W. Broadway, Nyack 10960, c/o Fedton Louis. Filed Sept. 16. LQM Car Service Inc., 12 Smith St., Pawling 12564, c/o Jose A. Quezada. Filed Sept. 14. Nazaret Auto Sales, 298 Route 17, Newburgh 12550, c/o Fernando M. Matos Tejada. Filed Sept. 15. Piermont Design Group, 218 Gair St., Piermont 10968, c/o Caitlin E. Burck. Filed Sept. 13. Quality 1st Construction, 9 Charlie Circle, Newburgh 12550, c/o Paul M. Grey, Filed Sept. 13. Red Rose Garden, 35 S. Middletown Road, Nanuet 10954, c/o Jermika S. Depas. Filed Sept. 17. Revised Standards, 48 Lillian St., Pomona 10970, c/o Gregory D. Martin. Filed Sept. 15.

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RH Auto Sales LTD, 211 Cottage St., Suite 212, Poughkeepsie 12601, c/o Kristie L. Delong. Filed Sept. 15. Rich’s Painting, 15 Roslyn Lane, New City 10956, c/o Richard B. Henry. Filed Sept. 16. Serenity Property Management, 112 Union Road, Unit 3E, Spring Valley 10977, c/o Linda Harvey. Filed Sept. 16. Sito Kun 19, 9 Danielle Drive, Goshen 10924, c/o Vivian A. Canales. Filed Sept. 15. SMP Pros, 2308 WY 208, Montgomery 12549, c/o Robert Joseph Espinosa. Filed Sept. 14. SolPrime Inc., 26 White Oak Circle, Wingdale 12594, c/o Lawrence A. Kirsch. Filed Sept. 17. Stay Sharp Barber Studio, 329 Windsor Highway, New Windsor 12553, c/o Andy Hernandez Gutierrez. Filed Sept. 14. Stone Brook Portfolio, P.O. Box 3152, 119 Front St., Port Jervis 12771, c/o Karen Flynn Davidson. Filed Sept. 15. Teknekeler, 39 Underhill Road, Apt. 4, Middletown 10940, c/o Michael Vincent Sano. Filed Sept. 15. Wingstop 1919, 1278 Route 300, Newburgh 12550, c/o Chanticleer Wings Inc. Filed Sept. 13. With Jean, 15 Barrett Drive, New Windsor 12553, c/o Emma Jean Cookson. Filed Sept. 13. Zus Consulting Corp., 180 Rhobella Drive, Poughkeepsie 11603, c/o Marcin Lizeweski. Filed Sept. 13.

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Facts & Figures BUILDING PERMITS Commercial 3 Bedford LLC, Norwalk, contractor for 3 Bedford LLC. Renovate kitchen, bathroom, add laundry closet and upgrade electrical panel at 3 Bedford Ave., Bldg. 20, Unit 7, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $20,000. Filed Aug. 18. 3 Bedford LLC, Norwalk, contractor for 3 Bedford LLC. Renovate kitchen, bathroom, add laundry closet and upgrade electrical panel at 3 Bedford Ave., Bldg. 20, Unit 2, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $20,000. Filed Aug. 18. 3 Bedford LLC, Norwalk, contractor for 3 Bedford LLC. Renovate kitchen, bathroom, add laundry closet and upgrade electrical panel at 3 Bedford Ave., Bldg. 18, Unit 2, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $20,000. Filed Aug. 18. 31 Ferris LLC, Norwalk, contractor for 31 Ferris LLC. Renovate kitchen, bathroom and add laundry room at 31 Ferris Ave., Bldg. 3, Unit 34, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $20,000. Filed Aug. 19. 31 Ferris LLC, Norwalk, contractor for 31 Ferris LLC. Renovate kitchen, bathroom and add laundry room at 31 Ferris Ave., Bldg. 3, Unit 32, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $20,000. Filed Aug. 19. 31 Ferris LLC, Norwalk, contractor for 31 Ferris LLC. Renovate kitchen, bathroom and add laundry room at 31 Ferris Ave., Bldg. 1, Unit 2, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $20,000. Filed Aug. 19. 31 Ferris LLC, Norwalk, contractor for 31 Ferris LLC. Renovate kitchen, bathroom and add laundry room at 31 Ferris Ave., Bldg. 1, Unit 4, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $20,000. Filed Aug. 19.

Arnoldo, Oliva, Stamford, contractor for 823 Cove Road LLC. Remodel and renovate two-family home at 823 Cove Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $209,000. Filed Aug. 13. Baybrook Remodelers Inc., West Haven, contractor for Edgehill Property Corp. c/o Altus Group. Reconfigure existing living room space and remove existing nonbearing walls at 122 Palmers Hill Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $17,000. Filed Aug. 4. Bismark Construction Company Inc., Milford, contractor for Stamford Hospital. Perform interior renovation of existing groundfloor storage room at 1 Hospital Plaza, Stamford. Estimated cost: $80,000. Filed Aug. 25. Centerline Communications LLC, West Bridgewater, Massachusetts, contractor for BLT 333 Ludlow LLC c/o BLT Management LLC. Replace antennas and radios on an existing rooftop wireless communications facility at0 Star Point, Stamford. Estimated cost: $35,000. Filed Aug. 30. Construction Services of Somerset Inc., Glastonbury, contractor for CPI/AHP Long Ridge Mob Owner LLC. Perform a reconfiguration of office walls at 292 Long Ridge Road, Unit Ut 2, Stamford. Estimated cost: $46,300. Filed Aug. 3. D&A Construction Management/General Contracting Inc., Branford, contractor for WCL Limited Partnership. Replace six existing antennas with three newer models at the existing Verizon wireless telecommunications facility on the rooftop at 500 Newfield Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $22,000. Filed Aug. 25. DFW Building Company LLC, Easton, contractor for Baker Properties Limited Partnership. Install new steps and handicap lift at 49 John St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed Aug. 17.

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DFW Building Company LLC, Easton, contractor for Baker Properties Limited Partnership. Perform interior alterations to remove and erect partitions, walls and remove existing concrete ramp at 49 John St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $45,000. Filed Aug. 11. D&A Construction Management/General Contracting Inc., Branford, contractor for ESRT Metro Center LLC. Install new antennas to existing telecommunication configuration at 429 Washington Blvd., Stamford. Estimated cost: $18,000. Filed Aug. 3. D&A Construction Management/General Contracting Inc., Branford, contractor for Long Ridge Fire Company Inc. Exchange three antennas on existing tower per plans at 366 Old Long Ridge Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $35,000. Filed Aug. 6. DAS 28 Bouton LLC, Norwalk, contractor for DAS 28 Bouton LLC. Build two retaining walls at Ely Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $15,000. Filed Aug. 17. Durkin’s Inc., Danbury, contractor for Stamford Yacht Club. Prepare a Durkin’s tent for wedding at 97 Ocean Drive West, Stamford. Estimated cost: $10,000. Filed Aug. 18. East Brook Construction Company Inc., Stamford, contractor for Summer Street Properties LLC. Perform garage-area repairs at 1041 Summer St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $200,000. Filed Aug. 12. First Taxing District, Norwalk, contractor for First Taxing District. Replace antennas at 11 Filbert Road, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $20,000. Filed Aug. 17. Fred Weber & Associates LLC, Essex, contractor for TRA Prospect LLC. Change of use at 110 Prospect St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $N/A. Filed Aug. 18.

Gennarini Construction Company Inc., Bridgeport, contractor for the town and city of Stamford Murphy Elementary School. Install a new entry vestibule and renovate at 19 Horton St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $70,000. Filed Aug. 9.

Able Construction Inc., Norwalk, contractor for White Barn LLC. Build superstructure for a two and one-half-story development at 13 White Barns Lane, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed Aug. 19.

Mele, Thomas L., Norwalk, contractor for Rowayton One Eleven LLC. Install a new elevator at 111 Rowayton Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $138,800. Filed Aug. 17.

Able Construction Inc., Norwalk, contractor for White Barn LLC. Build superstructure for a two and one-half-story development at 14 White Barns Lane, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed Aug. 19.

Realty Corp Ritz, Norwalk, contractor for Realty Corp Ritz. Replace nine antennas at 24 Belden Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $20,000. Filed Aug. 17.

Residential Able Construction Inc., Norwalk, contractor for White Barn LLC. Build a superstructure for a two and one-half-story conservation development at 4 White Barns Lane, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $550,000. Filed Aug. 19. Able Construction Inc., Norwalk, contractor for White Barn LLC. Build a superstructure for a two and one-half-story conservation development at 9 White Barns Lane, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed Aug. 19. Able Construction Inc., Norwalk, contractor for White Barn LLC. Build superstructure for a two and one-half-story development at 12 White Barns Lane, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed Aug. 19. Able Construction Inc., Norwalk, contractor for White Barn LLC. Build superstructure for 2 1/2 story conservation development at 11 White Barns Lane, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed Aug. 19. Able Construction Inc, Norwalk, contractor for White Barn LLC. Build superstructure for a two and one-half-story development at 15 White Barns Lane, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed Aug. 19.

Able Construction Inc., Norwalk, contractor for White Barn LLC. Build superstructure for a two and one-half-story development at 8 White Barns Lane, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed Aug. 19. Able Construction Inc., Norwalk, contractor for White Barn LLC. Build superstructure for a two and one-half-story development at 10 White Barns Lane, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed Aug. 19. Acorn Stairlifts Inc., Orlando, Florida, contractor for Frank M. and Veronica F. O’Connor. Install an acorn model 130 stairlift on the interior common stairwell at 81 Courtland Ave., Unit 99, Stamford. Estimated cost: $3,700. Filed Aug. 11. Albright, Gregory R., Canyon Lake, California, contractor for Jill Mailhot. Install roof-mounted solar panels at 26 Dale Place, Stamford. Estimated cost: $11,657. Filed Aug. 12. Albright, Gregory R., Canyon Lake, California, contractor for Robidio Palencia-Ruano. Install roof-mounted solar panels at 41 Severance Drive, Stamford. Estimated cost: $34,882. Filed Aug. 12. Alpine Renovations LLC, Weston, contractor for Mehul V. and Julie M. Padalia. Remove existing roof and re-roof 62 McMullen Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $9,540. Filed Aug. 26.

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AMK Construction LLC, Fairfield, contractor for Franklin B. and Carole S. Lang. Legalize the finished basement for zoning record purposes and construct new full bathroom in the basement at 77 Havemeyer Lane, Unit 82, Stamford. Estimated cost: $10,800. Filed Aug. 4. Balderama Brothers LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Nicholas Julien McConnell. Legalize previously completed renovation of garage space into living space at 1 Shore Road, Unit 10, Stamford. Estimated cost: $17,280. Filed Aug. 6. Baybrook Remodelers Inc., West Haven, contractor for Michael and Marisol Vega. Install new vinyl siding and replace window at 555 Glenbrook Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $15,000. Filed Aug. 4. BMR Enterprises LLC, Bloomfield, contractor for Roger S. and Ilene Katz Kobert. Strip existing roof and reroof 330 Hycliff Terrace, Stamford. Estimated cost: $28,450. Filed Aug. 31. Bright Planet Solar Inc., Auburn, Massachusetts, contractor for Stephen M. and Sandra Gladstone. Install roof-mounted solar panels at 154 Overbrook Drive, Stamford. Estimated cost: $61,950. Filed Aug. 9. Brown Roofing Company Inc., Union City, contractor for Charles Bilangino. Remove existing shingles and install new asphalt shingles at 79 Club Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $22,884. Filed Aug. 23. Canedo GC Inc., Norwalk, contractor for Tyagi Shraddha and Chhabra Vishal. Build a bathroom at 15 Yale Court, Stamford. Estimated cost: $3,500. Filed Aug. 27. Cannondale Generators Inc., Wilton, contractor for Berberian Antranig and Elizabeth M. Antranig. Replace existing generator with new 18kw Generac generator at 162 Lynam Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $9,941. Filed Aug. 17.

Facts & Figures Cassas Brothers Construction LLC, Marlboro, New York, contractor for Michael C. Lodsin Jr. Remove existing asphalt shingles and replace with new asphalt shingles at 51 Bonner St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $8,750. Filed Aug. 20. Cove Tent Company Inc., Stamford, contractor for Congregation Agudath Sholom. Install a temporary tent for religious services from Sept. 5 to 16 at 301 Strawberry Hill Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $7,000. Filed Aug. 30. Cuscuna, Rocco B. Jr, Stamford, contractor for Rita Sbrizzi. Install an 18kw Generac generator connected to natural gas at 76 Idlewood Drive, Stamford. Estimated cost: $7,500. Filed Aug. 6. Diurno, Frank M., New Canaan, contractor for Angela and Nicholas Megdanis. Renovate two existing bathrooms on existing second floor, add new LED lighting to all the existing bedroom ceiling fixtures. Add one ceiling fan to each of the existing bedrooms on second floor, relocate supply register at every bedroom on second floor, refinish wood floors in entire house, replace existing stair railing and balusters to code and replace an existing beam in kitchen at 227 Thornwood Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $42,000. Filed Aug. 24. Disney Restoration and Consulting LLC, Southington, contractor for Carol M. Russo. Remove existing roof and re-roof 987 Stillwater Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $15,000. Filed Aug. 11. Evolution Hardwood Floors LLC, Beacon Falls, contractor for Henry Davis Jason and Maria Teresa Ramos-Davis. Finish basement with full bathroom at 115 Colonial Road, Unit Ut70, Stamford. Estimated cost: $59,000. Filed Aug. 9.

Exterior Roofing & Restoration LLC, Madison, contractor for Chris Hollstein. Remove and replace shingles at 15 Eljays Lane, Stamford. Estimated cost: $12,000. Filed Aug. 20. Fanning, Clarence E., Norwalk, contractor for Clarence E. Fanning. Add new floor to single-family residence at 143 Silvermine Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $170,000. Filed Aug. 17. Front Row Kitchens Inc., Norwalk, contractor for Jeffrey M. and Wendy E. Diglio. Remodel kitchen, install new cabinets and countertops, modify plumbing and connect gas to new cooktop at 79 Cranbury Road, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $57,700. Filed Aug. 17. G&S Renovations LLC, Stamford, contractor for Stephen H. Alpert and Jane K. Alpert. Remodel kitchen and build a three-season sun porch at 177 Blackwood Lane, Stamford. Estimated cost: $200,000. Filed Aug. 20. Gallo, Joseph S., Norwalk, contractor for Richard A. Dudley. Create integral living space at 45 Rowayton Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $265,500. Filed Aug. 17. Kay, David J., Norwalk, contractor for Steven I. Touger. Install generator and 120-gallon tank at 24 Regency Drive, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $11,800. Filed Aug. 17. Refined Living LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Supreme Acquisitions LLC, Construct a superstructure for single-family residence at 77 1/2 Broad St. Norwalk. Estimated cost: $250,000. Filed Aug. 19. Rojas, Juan, Norwalk, contractor for Vitaliano Blasi and Julita Carrione Blasi. Construct rear deck at 3 Mack St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $8,500. Filed Aug. 19.

The O’Dell Group LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Tara Sue Mattera and Salvatore Mattera. Remove surface finishes and windows at 1 Orchard Hill Cottage, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $25,000. Filed Aug. 17. Tuite, Cale M., Norwalk, contractor for Vincent A. Genovese. Install a generator at 7 Oakwood Cottage, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $7,289. Filed Aug. 17. Vinylume Inc., Norwalk, contractor for Broderick I. Sawyer. Remove and install new asphalt shingles at 168 N. Taylor Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $17,500. Filed Aug. 17. Wagner Pools, Norwalk, contractor for Pamela J. Murrin. Install in-ground pool and pool patio at 9 Dancing Bear Road, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $100,000. Filed Aug. 17. Weiss, Lee G., Norwalk, contractor for Lee G. Weiss. Renovate kitchen at 11 Old Kings Highway, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $40,000. Filed Aug. 17. Zaidiac Construction LLC, Norwalk, contractor for John M. Farah. Renovate half bathroom to a full bathroom at 4 Nursery St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $5,000. Filed Aug. 19.

COURT CASES Bridgeport Superior Court Henderson, Jennifer, Monroe. Filed by Capital One Bank NA, Richmond, Virginia. Plaintiff’s attorney: London & London, Newington. Action: The plaintiff is a banking association, which issued a credit account to the defendant who agreed to make payments for goods and services. The defendant failed to make payments and plaintiff seeks monetary damages in excess of $2,500, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FBT-CV-216108169-S. Filed July 15.

Prudunte-Ramos, Verluce, Trumbull. Filed by Andrew M Griffiths, Bridgeport. Plaintiff’s attorney: Miller Rosnick D’Amico August & Butler PC, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendant and sustained severe damages and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief court deems appropriate. Case no. FBT-CV-21-6108269-S. Filed July 20. The Travelers Home & Marine Insurance Co., Hartford. Filed by Carlos Ortiz, Fayetteville, North Carolina. Plaintiff’s attorney: William James Neary, Trumbull. Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by an unknown tortfeasor. The defendant is the plaintiff’s insurance company and required to provide benefits for the plaintiff. The defendant has not paid compensation to the plaintiff for her injuries and losses. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FBTCV-21-6108683-S. Filed Aug. 2. Westport 16332 LLC, Bridgeport. Filed by Claude Pryce, Ontario, Canada. Plaintiff’s attorney: Perkins & Associates, Woodbridge. Action: The plaintiff was on the defendant’s premises when he tripped and fell as the result of an elevation in the sidewalk and sustained injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs. Case no. FBT-CV-216108424-S. Filed July 22. Whitmore, Kimmora E., Bridgeport. Filed by Emmanuel Santos Diaz, Chester, Pennsylvania. Plaintiff’s attorney: Michael P. Foley Jr. PC, Cheshire. Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendant and sustained severe damages and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FBTCV-21-6108697-S. Filed Aug. 3.

Danbury Superior Court Asare, Hetty O., Danbury. Filed by Western Connecticut Health Network, Bethel. Plaintiff’s attorney: Michael V. Simko Jr. Law Office, Seymour. Action: The plaintiff provided hospital services and supplies to the defendant who has allegedly neglected or refused to pay the plaintiff which has suffered monetary damages. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. DBD-CV-21-6040313-S. Filed Aug. 16. Aziz, Ashfaq, et al, Danbury. Filed by Marcos Marin, Danbury. Plaintiff’s attorney: Cramer & Anderson LLP, New Milford. Action: The plaintiff was lawfully on the premises, owned by the defendants, delivering oil when he slipped due to the accumulation of ice. As a result, the plaintiff suffered injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. DBD-CV-21-6040339-S. Filed Aug. 16. LLC V. Mero, Eileen, New Milford. Filed by New Milford Crossings LLC, New Milford. Plaintiff’s attorney: Goldman Gruder & Woods LLC, Norwalk. Action: The plaintiff provided care services and supplies to the defendant in its facility. However, the defendant has allegedly neglected or refused to pay the plaintiff, which has suffered monetary damages. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. DBD-CV-216040296-S. Filed Aug. 14. Ostrand, William C. Danbury. Filed by Danbury Hospital, Danbury. Plaintiff’s attorney: Philip H. Monagan Law Offices, Waterbury. Action: The plaintiff provided hospital services and supplies to the defendant. However, the defendant has allegedly neglected or refused to pay the plaintiff, which has suffered monetary damages. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages in excess of $2,500, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. DBD-CV-216040021-S. Filed July 13.

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Palacios, Reina E., Danbury. Filed by Ivson Dos Santos, Danbury. Plaintiff’s attorney: Tortora Law Firm LLC, Fairfield. Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendant and sustained severe damages and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. DBDCV-21-6040306-S. Filed Aug. 16.

Stamford Superior Court Malik, John I., New York, New York. Filed by Deccan Value LLC, Greenwich. Plaintiff’s attorney: Day Pitney LLP, Stamford. Action: the plaintiff manages hedge funds for investors. The defendant worked at the firm and allegedly engaged in outside business activities while he was a partner and was required to disclose them to the plaintiff and get permission in advance. As a result, the plaintiff suffered damages and seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FST-CV-216052725-S. Filed July 20. Nadelson, Mark, Stamford. Filed by LVNV Funding LLC, Las Vegas, Nevada. Plaintiff’s attorney: Schreiber Law LLC, Salem, New Hampshire. Action: The plaintiff acquired the delinquent credit account of the defendant to whom it had issued a credit account. Defendant agreed to make payments for goods and services, but failed to do so. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages in excess of $2,500, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FSTCV-21-6052718-S. Filed July 20. Natiss, Patricia, et al, Greenwich. Filed by Kenneth Natiss, Stamford. Plaintiff’s attorney: Cohen & Wolf PC, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff suffered misuse and theft of personal data by the defendants. As a result, the plaintiff suffered damages and seeks monetary damages in excess of $2,500, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FSTCV-21-6052810-S. Filed July 17.

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Facts & Figures Nunovero Alvarez, Wendy P., et al, Tampa, Florida. Filed by Jimkelly Mendez, Stamford. Plaintiff’s attorney: The Pickel Law Firm LLC, Stamford. Action: The plaintiff suffered a collision allegedly caused by the defendant and sustained severe damages and injuries. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FST-CV-216052752-S. Filed July 21. Yaggi, Anne, Stamford. Filed by Gwendolyn Andrews, Stamford. Plaintiff’s attorney: Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP, Stamford. Action: The plaintiff was a pedestrian when he was struck by the defendant’s car. The collision was allegedly due to the negligence of the defendant. The plaintiff seeks monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs and such other further relief the court deems appropriate. Case no. FST-CV-216052731-S. Filed July 20.

DEEDS Commercial 105 Woodrow Avenue LLC, Weston. Seller: Fares Enterprises Group LLC, Wilton. Property: 105 Woodrow Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $1,000,000. Filed Aug. 12. 109 Longview LLC, Westport. Seller: Roberta Ashton, Westport. Property: 109 Longview Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $NA. Filed Aug. 10. 162 Sawyer RD LLC, Shelton. Seller: Yongzhong Zhao and Zhigin Li, Fairfield. Property: 162 Sawyer Road, Fairfield. Amount: $399,000. Filed Aug. 10. 406 Stanwich LLC, Greenwich. Seller: 406 Stanwich Road LLC, Greenwich. Property: 406 Stanwich Road, Greenwich. Amount: $1,700,000. Filed Aug. 10.

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American International Relocation Solutions LLC, Greenwich. Seller: Melanie Moosally Heitkamp and Robert Heitkamp, Greenwich. Property: 54 Mallard Drive, Greenwich. Amount: $3,400,000. Filed Aug. 10. Butler Family Holdings LLC, Greenwich. Seller: Stephen Welch and Claudia Correa Welch, Greenwich. Property: 4 Relay Court, Cos Cob. Amount: $639,000. Filed Aug. 10. Farenga, Brian and Mary E. Farenga, Fairfield. Seller: 111 Cornell Road LLC, Fairfield. Property: 111 Cornell Road, Fairfield. Amount: $439,000. Filed Aug. 13. Gail’s Paul Place LLC, Fairfield. Seller: Gail Leeds, Fairfield. Property: 39 Paul Pace, Fairfield. Amount: $1,600,000. Filed Aug. 9. Husted, Robert and Elizabeth Anne Husted, Greenwich. Seller: American International Relocation Solutions LLC, Greenwich. Property: 54 Mallard Drive, Greenwich. Amount: $3,400,000. Filed Aug. 10. Ruscio, Nicole and Jason Ruscio, Fairfield. Seller: RFS Construction LLC, Wilton. Property: 15 Mill Hill Lane, Fairfield. Amount: $1,540,000. Filed Aug. 13. The Joseph A. Iannelli Revocable Trust, Fairfield. Seller: Joseph Iannelli, Fairfield. Property: 66 Dawn St., Fairfield. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 13. YB World LLC, Stamford. Seller: 22 Knapp LLC, Stamford. Property: 22 Knapp St., Stamford. Amount: $1,175,000. Filed Aug. 4.

Residential Biggs, Judith Lund, North Palm Beach, Florida. Seller: Judith L. Biggs, North Palm Beach, Florida. Property: 7 Bobolink Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $N/A. Filed Aug. 9.

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Burke, Aileen M., Fairfield. Seller: Victoria G. Garfield, Fairfield. Property: 895 Burroughs Road, Fairfield. Amount: $711,000. Filed Aug. 9. Cardell, John and Cecilia Cardell, Fairfield. Seller: Frank J. DeLeo and Lisa L. DeLeo, Fairfield. Property: 461 Valley Road, Fairfield. Amount: $600,000. Filed Aug. 11. Casey, Michael D. and Deborah A. Casey, Fayetteville, Georgia. Seller: Kathleen McHugh and Jerilyn Joan Medrea, Southport. Property: 448 Pequot Ave., Southport. Amount: $1,437,500. Filed Aug. 10. Coletti, Donna E. and Nevio D. Murljacic, Greenwich. Seller: Ivan Qi and Stephanie Qi, Greenwich. Property: Unit 7, LeGrande Ave., Greenwich. Amount: $799,000. Filed Aug. 12. Davis, Bernadette, Stamford. Seller: Susan Wasilewski and Cindy Cole-Becker, Stamford. Property: 18242 Summer St., Unit 1842, Stamford. Amount: $258,000. Filed Aug. 4. Didonato, Peter, Stamford. Seller: Andrii Galagoza and Ruslana Galagoza, Stamford. Property: 1309 Hope St., Unit B3, Stamford. Amount: $275,500. Filed Aug. 4. DiMartino, Nicholas F. and Jessica N. Djilani, Greenwich. Seller: Eric Schumacher and Kathleen M. Schumacher, Cos Cob. Property: 2 Flintlock Road, Greenwich. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 9. Douglas, April, Bronx, New York. Seller: Domingos A. Dafonte, Fairfield. Property: 970 Hope St., Unit 1A, Stamford. Amount: $242,000. Filed Aug. 4. Epifano, Nicholas R., Fairfield. Seller: Frank W. Egan and Margot K. Ring, Fairfield. Property: 52 Sawyer Road, Fairfield. Amount: $439,000. Filed Aug. 13.

Erb, Ryan and Mary Callison, Riverside Seller: Peter Garges Swanson and Clare Burke Swanson, Greenwich. Property: 64 Benjamin St., Old Greenwich. Amount: $1,820,000. Filed Aug. 10.

Lagrassa, Matthew R. and Christine W. Lagrassa, Stamford. Seller: William D. Boon and Laura C. Boon, Stamford. Property: 101 Don Bob Road, Stamford. Amount: $935,000. Filed Aug. 5.

Porelli, Lauren and Gina Porelli, Stamford. Seller: Brian Psciuk and Jennifer Psciuk, Stamford. Property: 48 Eighth St., Unit 4, Stamford. Amount: $540,000. Filed Aug. 4.

Forrest, James A. and Andrea M. Forrest, Fairfield. Seller: Kevin W. English Sr. and Elizabeth English, Fairfield. Property: 24 Chandlers Lane North, Fairfield. Amount: $845,000. Filed Aug. 12.

Lee, David Siu Lung and Jennifer Suet Yin Har Lee, Armonk, New York. Seller: Timothy Andersen and Tatiana Andersen, Greenwich. Property: 94 Indian Field Road, Greenwich. Amount: $1,725,000. Filed Aug. 11.

Procter, Edward and Charlotte Procter, New York, New York. Seller: Mark Mohn and Elizabeth Press, Stamford. Property: 592 W. Hill Road, Stamford. Amount: $800,000. Filed Aug. 5.

Geltser, Ekaterina A. and Andrew C. Joelson, New York, New York. Seller: Ekaterine Amanatides and Lambros Amanatides, Stamford. Property: 51 Vincent Ave., Stamford. Amount: $966,000. Filed Aug. 6. Gerola, Claudia, Greenwich. Seller: John C. Caulfield, Greenwich. Property: 351 Pemberwick Road, Unit 302, Greenwich. Amount: $10. Filed Aug. 9. Gianopoulos, Anastasia, Old Greenwich. Seller: Salvatore Tramontano, et al, Greenwich. Property: 152 Barncroft Road, Stamford. Amount: $520,000. Filed Aug. 6. Gloria, Brian R. and Michelle T. Gloria, Stamford. Seller: Jeffrey Sonshine and Ruth Sonshine, Stamford. Property: 36 Laurel Ledge Court, Stamford. Amount: $840,000. Filed Aug. 4. Hand, Kevin, Greenwich. Seller: Edward S. Riss Jr., Greenwich. Property: 1465 E. Putnam Ave., Unit 519, Greenwich. Amount: $370,000. Filed Aug. 9. Hazell, Gregory A., Airmont, New York. Seller: Ingrid Semaan, Norwalk. Property: 30 Glenbrook Road, Unit 3E, Stamford. Amount: $265,000. Filed Aug. 6. Klarberg, Barry, Greenwich. Seller: Frank J. Kinney III and Sharon E. Kinney, Greenwich. Property: 731 Lake Ave., Greenwich. Amount: $4,250,000. Filed Aug. 10.

Maghini, Ryan M. and Christine A. Maghini, Madison. Seller: Katia A. Tavarez, Fairfield. Property: 72-Wheeler Park Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $635,000. Filed Aug. 12. Major, Judith, Fairfield. Seller: Mary Divjak, Fairfield. Property: 76 Barry Scott Drive, Fairfield. Amount: $425,000. Filed Aug. 13. McKee, Parker and Ernest McKee, Greenwich. Seller: William J. Jandrisits and Debora A. Jandrisit, Greenwich. Property: 9 Tomney Road, Greenwich. Amount: $1. Filed Aug. 11. Morales, Nurys Angely, Bronx, New York. Seller: Patricia A. Catanzaro, Cos Cob. Property: 530 River Road, Cos Cob. Amount: $940,000. Filed Aug. 10. O’Malley, Cynthia, Fairfield. Seller: Kathleen J. George, Fairfield. Property: 47 Quacker Lane, Fairfield. Amount: $550,000. Filed Aug. 9. Page, Douglas, Norwood, Massachusetts. Seller: Richard Z. Popilowski and Michele Arthur Popilowski, Fairfield. Property: 18 Canterbury Lane, Fairfield. Amount: $675,000. Filed Aug. 11. Pitts, David M.F. and Danielle M. Pitts, Bronxville, New York. Seller: Patrick J. Shaw and Finley O. Shaw, Fairfield. Property: 75 Meeting House Lane, Fairfield. Amount: $0. Filed Aug. 12.

Redlich, Mark and Faith L. Redlich, Sharon, Massachusetts, Seller: Avram Block and Dena Block, Stamford. Property: 37 Boxwood Drive, Stamford. Amount: $749,000. Filed Aug. 5. Rodriguez, Claudia, Stamford. Seller: Peter C. McEwan Jr., Stamford. Property: 25 Forest St., Unit 4F, Stamford. Amount: $325,000. Filed Aug. 6. Rzasa, Kathryn, Stamford. Seller: Chleo W. Lee and Yoo Jin Huh, Stamford. Property: 35 W. Broad St., Unit 119, Stamford. Amount: $512,500. Filed Aug. 5. Savoca, Carl and Lana Savoca, Mount Vernon, New York. Seller: John Russo and Leona Russo, Port Chester, New York. Property: 25 Richard St., Unit A and B, Greenwich. Amount: $930,000. Filed Aug. 12. Shetty, Shohan and Karin L. Shetty, Cos Cob. Seller: Brian Anton and Kristin Anton, Greenwich. Property: 20 Limerick Place, Cos Cob. Amount: $1,895,000. Filed Aug. 9. Signorini, Shannon C., Riverside. Seller: James J. Nolletti Jr. and Magdalena Nolletti, Riverside. Property: 41 Westview Place, Riverside. Amount: $1,599,000. Filed Aug. 13. Smith, Evan, Stamford. Seller: Susan Williams, Stamford. Property: 833 Summer St., Unit E., Stamford. Amount: $295,000. Filed Aug. 5.

Facts & Figures Wearin, Diane, Stamford. Seller: William Plummer and Diane Plummer, Greenwich. Property: 77 Havemeyer Lane, Unit 219, Stamford. Amount: $725,000. Filed Aug. 6. Williams, Holly S., Fairfield. Seller: Carol J. Walter, Rye Brook, New York. Property: 217 Rockland Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $385,000. Filed Aug. 11.

JUDGMENTS Flanagan, Todd, Southport. $21,295, in favor of Cartright Towers Condominium Association Inc., Trumbull, by Zeldes, Needle & Cooper PC, Bridgeport. Property: 139 High Meadow Road, Fairfield. Filed Aug. 26. Flouty, Trevor D., Stamford. $2,437, in favor of Cavalry SPV I LLC, Valhalla, New York, by Tobin & Marohn, Meriden. Property: 1 Southfield Ave., No. 211, Stamford. Filed Aug. 30. Hilinski, David, Fairfield. $621, in favor of Connecticut Orthopedic Specialist, Wallingford, by Tobin & Marohn, Meriden. Property: 187 Halley Ave., Fairfield. Filed Sep. 16. Malik, Samriti, Fairfield. $23,444, In favor of Bank of America NA, Charlotte, North Carolina, by Rubin & Rothman LLC, Islandia, New York. Property: 171 Henderson Road, Fairfield. Filed Aug. 23. Mellon, Inka, Stamford. $2,205, in favor of Ford Motor Credit Company LLC, Livonia, Michigan, by Nair & Levin PC, Bloomfield. Property: 240 Saddle Hill Road, Stamford. Filed Aug. 31. Tapia, Fanny, Fairfield. $3,363, in favor of Midland Credit Management Inc., San Diego, California, by Schreiber Law LLC, Salem, New Hampshire. Property: 95 Chapman Ave., Fairfield. Filed Aug. 20.

MORTGAGES Abad, Maria Carolina and Christian J. Yanez, Greenwich, by Michael R. Lowitt. Lender: HSBC Bank USA NA, 452 Fifth Ave., New York, New York. Property: 32 Tomac Ave., Old Greenwich. Amount: $1,440,000. Filed Aug. 5. Barca, Peter J. and Lindsay C. Lersner, Stamford, by Douglas I. Bayer. Lender: Guaranteed Rate Affinity LLC, 1800 W. Larchmont Ave., Chicago, Illinois. Property: 104 Highline Trail, Stamford. Amount: $601,450. Filed Aug. 2. Casey, Daniel J. and Fernanda T. Casey, Fairfield, by Cynthia M. Salemme-Riccio. Lender: Better Mortgage Corp., 175 Greenwich St., New York, New York. Property: 38 Winoca Road, Fairfield. Amount: $345,570. Filed Aug. 5. Cimmino, Michael Christopher and Alexandra Cimmino, Stamford, by Ernest Arbizo. Lender: Bank of America NA, 101 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, North Carolina. Property: 138 Saddle Hill Road, Stamford. Amount: $680,000. Filed Aug. 3. Conrad, Lisa M. and Richard Conrad, Greenwich, by Michael J. Jones. Lender: Citizens Bank NA, 1 Citizens Plaza, Providence, Rhode Island. Property: 11 Steeple Chase, Greenwich. Amount: $1,895,250. Filed Aug. 2. Douglas, April, Stamford, by Lauren A. Scotton. Lender: Citibank NA, 1000 Technology Drive, O’Fallon, Missouri. Property: 970 Hope St., Stamford. Amount: $229,900. Filed Aug. 4. Fodor, Gabor and Christine Fodor, Fairfield, by Scott Rogalski. Lender: Provident Funding Associates LP, 700 Airport Blvd., Suite 430, Burlingame, California. Property: 24 Pompano Place, Fairfield. Amount: $156,000. Filed Aug. 3.

Gloria, Brian R. and Michelle T. Gloria, Stamford, by Jody Ann Fay. Lender: Guaranteed Rate Inc., 3940 N. Ravenswood, Chicago, Illinois. Property: 36 Laurel Ledge Cottage, Stamford. Amount: $630,000. Filed Aug. 4.

Morris, Karen and Roland Morris Jr., Greenwich, by James R. Langley. Lender: Quicken Loans LLC, 1050 Woodward Ave., Detroit, Michigan. Property: 299 Round Hill Road, Greenwich. Amount: $1,000,000. Filed Aug. 3.

Weinstein, Bradley C. and Randi S. Weinstein, Fairfield, by David H. Dworski. Lender: KeyBank National Association, 127 Public Square, Cleveland, Ohio. Property: 250 Shelter Rock Road, Fairfield. Amount: $400,000. Filed Aug. 4.

Green, James R. and Marion C. Green, Stamford, by Stephen J. Schelz. Lender: People’s United Bank, 850 Main St., Bridgeport. Property: 31 Lighthouse Way, Stamford. Amount: $1,500,000. Filed Aug. 2.

O’Conner, Timothy and Whitney O’Connor, Greenwich, by Sean E. Sweeney. Lender: Bank of America NA, 101 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, North Carolina. Property: 10 Irvine Road, Old Greenwich. Amount: $1,450,000. Filed Aug. 2.

Young, Kielley Kavanagh and James Michael Govatsos, Fairfield, by Leah M. Parisi. Lender: Citizens Bank NA, 1 Citizens Plaza, Providence, Rhode Island. Property: 142 Oldfield Road, Fairfield. Amount: $719,100. Filed Aug. 4.

Jakubek, Pamela and Maxim Frampolsky, Stamford, by Clare Bolduc. Lender: Quicken Loans LLC, 1050 Woodward Ave., Detroit, Michigan. Property: 74 Jordan Lane, Stamford. Amount: $600,800. Filed Aug. 3.

Procter, Edward and Charlotte Procter, Stamford, by Jenna Cardile. Lender: Greenway Mortgage Funding Corp., 107 Tindall Road, Middletown, New Jersey. Property: 592 W. Hill Road, Stamford. Amount: $600,000. Filed Aug. 5

Long, Edward and Hillary E. Long, Fairfield, by Nicola Corea. Lender: Quicken Loans LLC, 1050 Woodward Ave., Detroit, Michigan. Property: 137 Meadow Ridge Road, Southport. Amount: $500,000. Filed Aug. 5.

Raabe, Brian J. and Rachel G. Overton, Greenwich, by Ann Marie Bulis. Lender: Webster Bank NA, 145 Bank St., Waterbury. Property: 7 Oak Lane, Old Greenwich. Amount: $1,200,000. Filed Aug. 4.

Martineau, Stephanie and Robert Martineau, Fairfield, by Lori M. Dion. Lender: US Bank National Association, 4801 Frederica St., Owensboro, Kentucky. Property: 702 Church Hill Road, Fairfield. Amount: $355,200. Filed Aug. 6. McCann, Tara E. and Michael G. McCann, Stamford, by Stephen J. Schelz. Lender: TD Bank NA, 2035 Limestone Road, Wilmington, Delaware. Property: 75 Blue Ridge Drive, Stamford. Amount: $505,000. Filed Aug. 2. McQueen, Constance A., Fairfield, by Nicholas R. Mancini. Lender: Loandepot.com LLC, 26642 Towne Centre Drive, Foothill Ranch, California. Property: 260 Church Hill Road, Fairfield. Amount: $385,000. Filed Aug. 6. Michener, Graham E. and Jane C. Michener, Fairfield, by Antonio Faretta. Lender: Third Federal Savings and Loan Association of Cleveland, 7007 Broadway Ave., Cleveland, Ohio. Property: 157 Greenfield Hill Road, Fairfield. Amount: $200,000. Filed Aug. 2.

NEW BUSINESSES AJ Home Builders, 14 Barnum Ave., Norwalk 06851, c/o Matthew M. Pressley. Filed Aug. 18. Best Plumbing Tile & Stone, 1989 W. Main St., Stamford 06902, c/o Liang Zhou. Filed Aug. 3. Bitcoin Depot, 1039 Hope St., Stamford 06907, c/o Lux Vending LLC. Filed Aug. 2.

Roman, Valerie and Claudy Roman, Fairfield, by Gary R. Khachian. Lender: CrossCountry Mortgage LLC, 6850 Miller Road, Brecksville, Ohio. Property: 51 Dalewood Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $495,900. Filed Aug. 3.

Charisse Photography, 95 Rowayton Ave., Suite 12A, Norwalk 06853, c/o Charisse Czaja. Filed Aug. 16.

Sperrazza, Gregory C. and Amy J. Sperrazza, Fairfield, by Richard A. Shannon. Lender: JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, 3050 Highland Pkwy., Furth floor, Downers Grove, Illinois. Property: 322 Brambly Hedge Circle, Fairfield. Amount: $1,117,750. Filed Aug. 2.

Harbor Point Nails and Spa, 711 Canal St., Stamford 06902, c/o Zhu Zhang. Filed Aug. 4.

Viesta III, John A., Greenwich, by John Heagney. Lender: First County Bank, 117 Prospect St., Stamford. Property: 15 Windy Knolls, Greenwich. Amount: $435,000. Filed Aug. 4. Walker, Cari, Greenwich, by Jack S. Lipson. Lender: Quontic Bank, 1 Rockefeller Plaza, Ninth floor, New York, New York. Property: 51 Doubling Road, Greenwich. Amount: $1,875,000. Filed Aug. 3.

GNG The Handyman, 46 Taylor St., Apt. 107, Stamford 06902, c/o Luis Barbieri-Gallo. Filed Aug. 3.

Lawn Doctor of Central Westchester, 76 Viaduct Road, Stamford 06907, c/o Jeffrey Angus. Filed Aug. 2. Mann Up Design’s, 42 Pine Hill Ave., Norwalk 06855, c/o Thomas Mann Creighton. Filed Aug. 16. Meraki, 187 Flax Hill Road, 3 D6, Norwalk 06854, c/o Alejandro Perez. Filed Aug. 16. Nadous Consulting Services, 66 Reynolds Ave., No. 2, Stamford 06902, c/o Nadine Riche. Filed Aug. 6.

Nedgjean Expressions, 35 Richmond Hill Road, Norwalk 06854, c/o Lester G. Smith. Filed Aug. 16. New England Insurance Services, 509 Glenbrook Road, Stamford 06906, c/o Relation Insurance Services Select Inc. Filed Aug. 3. New York Connecticut Home Finders, 102 Chestnut Hill Road, Norwalk 06851, c/o Dan Greco. Filed Aug. 20. Real Property Management Inspiration, 27 Fifth St., Stamford 06905, c/o Steven M. Johnston. Filed Aug. 6. Shimmy Solutions, 29 Clinton Ave., Apt. 2A, Norwalk 06854, c/o Shim Jay. Filed Aug. 16. Taco House, 112 Washington St., Norwalk 06854, c/o Edin Ahmetaj. Filed Aug. 16. The House, 4 Star Point, Fifth floor, Stamford 06902, c/o Robert Lia. Filed Aug. 3. The Rooftop, 4 Star Point, Fifth floor, Stamford 06902, c/o Robert Lia. Filed Aug. 3. The Sig Insurance Agencies, 509 Glenbrook Road, Stamford 06906, c/o Stamford Insurance Group Inc. Filed Aug. 3. The Wheel, 4-Star Point, First floor, Stamford 06902, c/o Robert Lia. Filed Aug. 3. Vista Shell Mini Mart, 714 Connecticut Ave., Norwalk 06854, c/o Kalpesh Ranh. Filed Aug. 19. Western Connecticut Health Network, 100 Sawmill Road, Danbury 06810, c/o Alyson Blanck. Filed Aug. 2.

PATENTS System and method for facilitating parking-enforcement-officer performance in real time with the aid of a digital computer. Patent no. 11,126,942 issued to Mark Stefik, et al. Assigned to Xerox, Norwalk.

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LEGAL NOTICES Notice of Formation of 5 Wampus Close, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 7/22/21. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Michael E. Fareri, 4 MacDonald Ave., Armonk, NY 10504. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. #62932 Notice of Formation of Kennedy Jakob, LLC. Art. Of Org. filed with SSNY on 04/02/2021. Office Location: Westchester County, NY. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 52 Primrose St, White Plains, NY 10606. Purpose: any lawful purpose. #62933

Notice of Application for Authority to do business in New York of KONNECTKURVES, LLC. Application for Authority filed with the Secretary of State (SSNY) on 08/18/2021. LLC formed in Delaware (ìDEî) on August 24, 2020. Office location is 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: KonnectKurves LLC, 404, Cedar Dr W, Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510 principal business location of the LLC. Purpose: any lawful business activity. AD# 62934. #62934 Notice of formation of 155 West SOZAN Properties LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on 02/04/2020. Office located in Westchester. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC. 646 Van Cortlandt Park Ave Purpose: Any lawful purpose. #62941

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A PLAYce 2 Learn LLC Art. of Org. filed with NY Secretary of State on August 25, 2021. Office located in WESTCHESTER COUNTY. Secy. Of State designated as agent upon which process may be served. Secy. Of State shall mail a copy of any process against it served upon him/ her to: 4 Northridge Rd. Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567 (the LLCís primary business location). LLC may engage in any lawful act or activity for which a limited liability company may be formed. #62942 Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company (ìLLCî). Name: St. Clair Development Managers, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (ìSSNYî) on June 29, 2021. N.Y. office 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 MacQuesten Companies, 438 Fifth Avenue, Suite 100, Pelham, NY 10803. Purpose/character of LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity. #62948

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Notice of Formation of Nuttin But Luv, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 8/30/21. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Nuttin But Luv LLC, 472 Gramatan Ave., 2B, Mt Vernon, NY 10552. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. #62949 Notice Of Formation Of Limited Liability Company;. LLC. Name: FOCUS REI LLC. Articles Of Organization were filed with the Secretary Of State New York. (SSNY) on 6/14/21. Office 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: The LLC. 128 Pelhamdale Avenue 2nd fl Mount Vernon New York 10553, Principal business location of the LLC. Purpose: any lawful business activity #62950

Notice of formation of 8 VICTORIA LANE LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (ìSSNYî) on 08/10/2021. Office location in Westchester County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC to the LLC at 168 Dunwoodie Street, Yonkers, NY 10704, Purpose: any lawful purpose or activity. #62951

Notice of formation of Panoply Properties, LLC, a domestic LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 9/9/2021. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Panoply Properties, LLC 4024 Avenue U - 2nd. Fl. Brooklyn NY 11234. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. #62957

Notice of Formation of EAW Enterprises LLC Art. of Org. filed with SSNY 9/7/21. 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, 522 Stellar Ave, Pelham NY 10803. Purpose: any lawful purpose. #62953

Notice of Formation of HJC Consulting, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on May 27, 2021. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 163 Old Colony Road, Hartsdale, NY 10430. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. #62958

Notice is hereby given that a license, number pending for liquor, beer and wine has been applied for by Broken Bow Brewing LLC dba Broken Bow Brewing at retail in a tavern under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 173 Marbledale Road, Truckahoe, New York 10707 for on premises consumption Broken Bow Brewing LLC dba Broken Bow Brewing #62956

1st Step Pros LLC. Art. Of org. Filed with the Nevada Secretary of State on 11/17/2020. Office: Clark County. NSS Designated as registered agent of 1st Step Pros LLC upon whom process against it may be served. NSS shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 980 Broadway #322, Thornwood, NY,10594. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. Cert. of authority to conduct business in NYS Filed with NYSDS on 6/10/2021. Office: Albany county, NY 12231-0001. #62959 Augie’s Stone Restoration LLC. Filed 5/5/21 Office:†West chester†Co.†SSNY†d esignated as agent for process & shall mail to:†7 Heritage Hills - B, Somers, NY 10589†Purpose:†All lawful #62961 Notice of Formation of GDR Films, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 9/3/21. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Greg Di Roma, 1314 Washington St, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. #62963

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