The Westchester County Press
Jack and Jill Youth Advocate for Community Issues at State Capitol
By Lydia Adegbola, Chapter Editor Westchester County, New York Chapter – Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated
ALBANY, NY —Youth members of the Westchester County Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. traveled to Albany alongside thier parents to participate in the NYSBPHA Legislative Caucus Weekend. Approximately 40 young people ages 9-17 and 20 adults gained firsthand insight into civic engagement and the legislative process as part of the chapter’s Civic–Legislative focus area.
During the visit, the youth met with Majority Senate Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, Senator Jamaal Bailey, Assembly Member Gary Pretlow, Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard, and County Execu-
tive Kenneth W. Jenkins to discuss how policy decisions impact communities of color in Westchester County.
They advocated for stronger legislation to address the rise of illegal pop-up smoke shops, which disproportionately affect communities of color and heard from Senator Landon C. Dais, who shared insights on how early civic engagement can lead to impactful public service.
Event Impact and Outcome
JACK AND JILL YOUTH, Cont’d. on page 15
Jack and Jill Westchester with NYS Majority Leader Senator Andrea Stewart Cousins
Up to $240,000 Available for Pollution Prevention Through Community Grants Program
New
York State Pollution Prevention Institute now accepting project applications from organizations statewide for 2026-2027
The New York State Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) is accepting applications for the organization’s 2026-2027 Community Grants Program. Now in its 19th year, the program continues to drive statewide impact, having funded 193 projects totaling more than $3.2 million for organizations across New York State.
The program, founded in 2008, is part of NYSP2I’s ongoing efforts to make the state more sustainable for workers, the public, the environment, and the economy through pollution prevention (P2). Also known as source reduction, P2 refers to practices that reduce or eliminate waste at the source by modifying production processes, promoting the use of non-toxic or less-toxic substances, implementing conservation techniques, and reusing materials rather than putting them into the waste stream.
Eligible applicants, which must be New York state-based community organizations, municipal departments, public sector, or nonprofit entities, are invited to apply for funding to support community-based projects that promote public awareness, understanding, and implementation of pollution prevention practices. The proposal deadline is 5 p.m. EDT on April 24, 2026.
“We are pleased to open the new proposal pe-
riod for the next round of our Community Grants Program funding,” said Roy Green, NYSP2I’s director. “Organizations across the state have used this funding to carry out a wide range of pollution prevention and educational projects that others can build on. We look forward to seeing the next round of innovative proposals and encourage project collaborations that lead to meaningful environmental benefits statewide.”
According to NYSP2I, competitive projects utilize partnerships and collaborations with other organizations; demonstrate broad community impact; and are easy to replicate and use by other organizations.
Examples of project focus areas include:
•Reduction of natural resource consumption
• Reduction of hazardous chemical use
• Food waste reduction
• Pollution prevention in New York state priority areas such as greenhouse gas reductions or waste reduction through adoption of circular economy concepts
• Outreach and education
Featured success stories and case studies of past awarded projects are available for reference on the NYSP2I website.
For information on the Community Grants Program, contact Ambika Walker, NYSP2I’s community grants program manager, at apwgis@rit.edu or 585-475-2399.
About the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute
Funded by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute is led by Golisano Institute for Sustainability at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) and is a partnership between RIT, Binghamton University, Clarkson University, Cornell University, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and the NYS Manufacturing Extension Partnership.
NYSP2I’s goal is to make the state more sustainable for workers, the public, the environment, and the economy through pollution prevention. Pollution prevention is reducing or eliminating waste at the source by modifying production processes, promoting the use of nontoxic or less-toxic substances, implementing conservation techniques, and reusing materials rather than putting them into the waste stream.
For more information, contact Nathaniel Smith at nlsmkt@rit.edu or 585-475-7614.
Senator James Sanders Jr. Announces Passage of Facial Recognition Technology Study Act in the NYS Senate
Albany, NY — New York State Senator James Sanders Jr. announced the passage of his bill, S3699 — the “Facial Recognition Technology Study Act,” in the New York State Senate, marking an important step toward addressing the growing use of biometric technology and its impact on privacy, civil liberties, and public safety.
The legislation establishes a task force of experts to study the use of facial recognition technology across New York State and to recommend appropriate regulatory frameworks that balance innovation with accountability.
“Facial recognition technology is advancing rapidly and is already being used in ways that affect everyday New Yorkers,” said Senator Sanders. “While this technology offers many benefits — from enhancing security to improving efficiency — it also raises serious concerns about
privacy, surveillance, and potential misuse. We must get ahead of it, not react after harm is done.”
The bill recognizes that facial recognition technology, a form of biometric artificial intelligence, can identify or verify individuals using digital images or video. However, without clear oversight, its use may lead to unintended consequences, including violations of personal privacy and disproportionate impacts on certain communities.
Under this legislation, the task force will:
• Examine the current use of facial recognition technology across public and private sectors
• Identify potential risks, including privacy concerns and misuse
• Evaluate best practices from other states
and jurisdictions
• Provide recommendations for a regulatory framework tailored to New York State
“Some jurisdictions have already moved to restrict or ban this technology entirely,” Sanders added. “Our goal is to take a thoughtful and informed approach — one that allows us to benefit from innovation while protecting the rights of our residents.”
The Facial Recognition Technology Study Act underscores New York’s commitment to responsible technology governance and positions the state to make informed decisions as artificial intelligence continues to evolve.
The bill now moves to the New York State Assembly for consideration.
NAACP Members Meet with Senator Shelley Mayer During NAACP Mobilization Day in Albany
ALBANY, NY -- New York State Senator Shelley Mayer was delighted to meet with the NAACP of White Plains and Greenburgh in Albany for their mobilization day to discuss their legislative priorities. Thank you to White Plains/Greenburgh Chapter President Janice Griffith, New Rochelle Chapter President Aisha Cook, and White Plains/Greenburgh NAACP Executive Committee members Hon. Dr. Lisa
and
The Friends to Honor Ben Boykin and Tom Roach April 9, 2026, at Westchester Hills Golf Club
WHITE PLAINS, NY -March 11, 2026 – The Friends of White Plains Public Schools will honor Ben Boykin and Tom Roach, two dedicated and effective government leaders in White Plains for the past quarter century, at the 2026 Spring Fling from 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Westchester Hills Golf Club.
All proceeds from the Spring Fling will go directly to fund academic and cultural enrichment programs for students in White Plains Public Schools.
School, city, county and community leaders, as well as residents and supporters, will be on hand to celebrate the honorees, who have been advocates of the White Plains Public Schools for decades. White Plains students will provide music at the event.
Ben Boykin, a finance executive, started his public service career in the mid-1990s on the White Plains School Board, served 14 years on the White Plains Common Council and has just concluded 11 years as our County Legislator.
Tom Roach, a public interest lawyer, was elected to the White Plains
Common Council in 2001, became White Plains mayor in 2011 and led the fast-changing city for 15 years. He now serves as Westchester County Clerk.
The Friends of White Plains Public Schools, founded in 1997 and run entirely by volunteers, has raised and donated $650,000 to fund more than 250 academic and cultural enrichment projects and activities not covered by the District’s budget. Programs such as Broadway Dancing, science assemblies, and artists-in-residence have enriched the educational experiences of thousands of White Plains Public School students each year.
Information about the Friends and reservations for the 2026 Spring Fling is available at www. FriendsofWPPS.org.
Maria Nero, Lateasha Stapleton,
Joseph Majsak.
HON. TOM ROACH
HON. BEN BOYKIN
OP-ED: The Future of Work
By Louis J. King II, President & CEO, OIC of America
The future of work is no longer a distant idea — it’s here. Automation, artificial intelligence, remote work, and the green economy are redefining the workforce, and at breakneck speed. For the communities we serve and partner with, this moment presents both a challenge and a huge opportunity. The question is: will we be passengers or drivers of this transformation?
At OIC of America, we’re preparing people to lead in this new world of work and not get left behind. That means teaching digital and AI skills, expanding access to technology, and making sure every learner has the tools to succeed in a tech-enabled economy. But it also means investing in emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and adaptability — skills that are just as important in a fast-changing and increasingly competitive world.
The World Economic Forum predicts that by 2030, up to 85 million jobs may be displaced by automation — but 97 million new
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roles will emerge. These new jobs will require new skillsets. The future will reward lifelong learners — those who are willing to train, pivot, and grow. And for the skilled trades where we focus on preparing people for the workforce, the possibilities to chart new paths are endless.
In Pennsylvania, our Delaware Valley Alliance (DVA) serves as the blueprint for this evolution. The DVA is an essential component of the infrastructure needed to ensure communities secure the necessary resources to thrive long-term.
By integrating housing, public safety, career training, health and more into a cohesive advocacy framework, we aren’t just filling jobs; we are securing economic independence for Pennsylvania’s talented, yet untapped (and overlooked) workers. This coordinated effort is structured so that the Commonwealth’s booming industry surges in life sciences, data centers, and advanced manufacturing also benefit its citizens more equitably. These wins reflect a statewide victory for its citizens; as the “future of work” arrives, no community is left on the sidelines of progress. We look forward to scaling this approach in other communities where we serve.
For communities that have historically been left out of opportunity and forgotten, the future of work must include justice, not just jobs. That means policy change, corporate investment, and community-based solutions that put people at the center.
This is a defining moment. Let’s make sure our people are prepared to not just survive — but lead.
For more information, visit http://www.oicofamerica.org
When Adversity Becomes Opportunity
By Dr. John E. Warren, Publisher San Diego Voice &
Viewpoint Newspaper
Chairman,
NNPA Board of Directors
against Iran and the takeover of Venezuela, are having a growing impact on the American economy. Prices are up on every front. Those who are able are spending less as everything costs more. But this can be a time of change and progress for many of us in particular. The President, through his policies and actions against Black Americans in particular have resulted in pull back by corporate America, while we continue to spend as if everything is alright.
Once again, here is a reminder that “We” spend over 4 trillion dollars a year in this country and much
of that is spent on what we want and not what we need. “We” should take a page out of the notes of some other ethnic groups, like the Jewish community, who in the past have suspended the use of their purchasing power with those who are not supportive of them and their causes. Recently, we have seen some of the very so called leaders in the Black community do an about face on spending with Target after the company gave monies to some Black Pastors. They were not alone in taking such dollars. Our National Newspaper Publishers Association also took monies from Target in the form of a $200,000 grant with a promise of some future business. But “We” the people with purchasing power can change this attitude of withdrawal from doing business with us while still taking our business in the form of our purchases. This is an opportunity to walk with our dollars; to start purchasing only what we need from those who are not spending money with our businesses. This is not about DEI. Those letters just represent replacement words for the Affirmative Act and Jim Crow 2.0. We must start thinking about “us” collectively and not just “me”.
Where do you stand?
DR. JOHN E. WARREN
The war actions of President Donald Trump
When Paperwork Becomes a Poll Tax in Disguise
A warning about proof-of-citizenship voting proposals and the real risk of disenfranchising eligible Americans
Every generation believes it would recognize a poll tax if it saw one.
History teaches us that barriers to voting rarely arrive announcing themselves—they arrive quietly, disguised as procedure. They come quietly—through forms, documentation requirements, administrative errors, and systems that make participation just difficult enough that some people give up.
There are many ways to silence a voter. Some are loud—threats, intimidation, fear. Others are quiet: a form, a checkbox, a mismatch in a name, a missing document filed away in a drawer decades ago.
That is why I am concerned by the growing push to require “proof of U.S. citizenship” not only for voter registration, but potentially as a condition for voting itself, including proposals like the SAVE Act. Safeguards during registration are one thing; erecting new hurdles for people who are already registered
and lawfully voting is quite another. What is being packaged as common sense risks becoming something else entirely: a modern barrier dressed up as administrative “integrity.”
Let me be clear: verifying voter eligibility is important—but once someone is properly registered, the burden should not shift to that voter to repeatedly prove their citizenship in order to cast a ballot. When the government has already confirmed someone’s eligibility and placed them on the voter rolls, the system should function with trust and consistency, not new layers of uncertainty each time that citizen exercises their right to vote.
I do not say this lightly. I say it as a public servant, and I say it as a citizen who has already felt the chill of how easily paperwork can become a trap.
As a county legislator representing thousands of voters in Westchester County, I take seriously any proposal that could affect who is able to participate in our democracy. And I do not raise this concern lightly. I raise it as a public servant—and as a citizen who has already experienced how easily paperwork can become a
JEWEL WILLIAMS JOHNSON
trap.
Six years ago, I got married. Like many couples navigating the pandemic, we moved quickly through the practicalities. On our marriage license application, I wrote “Jewel Johnson.” It was a natural shorthand in the moment—simple, joyful, and completely unremarkable.
After the wedding, I reflected more deeply. My name is my legacy. It is my mother’s name. It is my story. So I went through a legal name change to become Jewel Williams Johnson—whole, intentional, and true.
Now fast-forward to today: a climate where proof-of-citizenship requirements are being proposed as the new gatekeeper for participation. And I’ll be honest—I’m not just watching this as a policymaker. I’m watching it as a woman who knows how quickly a name, a document, a timeline, and a life can appear “inconsistent” to a bureaucratic system.
I have a New York State Real ID. I have TSA PreCheck—a Known Traveler ID issued after a federal screening process. My passport is current and valid. Yet out of an abundance of caution, I recently filed for
a new passport anyway—not because I should have to, but because I refuse to leave room for any bureaucratic or political barrier to interfere with my right to vote.
And if I—an elected official, a lifelong engaged voter, someone familiar with government systems— feel compelled to take that step, what does that say about how this policy will land on ordinary people?
Because proposals like this do not live in the abstract. They live in the ordinary details of people’s lives.
They live in the woman who married young, changed her name, and now must track down a birth certificate from another state to prove she is who she has always been.
They live in the senior—like my grandmothers—born at home in the South, where records were not always carefully kept, and whose lifetime of citizenship is suddenly questioned because a document cannot easily be produced.
They live in the naturalized citizen who followed every rule but is now asked to reproduce paperwork to participate in the democracy they already earned.
They live in the survivor who
fled domestic violence, changed their identity for safety, and cannot safely resurrect old documents.
They live in communities where time off from work means lost wages, where fees matter, where transportation is limited, and where “just go get the document” is not a simple errand—it is a hurdle.
And we must also be honest about who tends to bear these burdens most.
Women change their names at far higher rates than men because marriage is still treated as a default expectation of a name change. Add divorce, remarriage, adoption, guardianship, and other family transitions—and suddenly millions of voters are living with identity documentation that is perfectly legitimate, but not always perfectly consistent across systems.
And women are not just a significant portion of the electorate— women are the majority.
Any policy that turns everyday life events into bureaucratic tripwires risks burdening the largest segment of voters.
The deeper risk is not just documentation. It is error—at scale.
Several states have attempted to use federal and state databases to identify alleged noncitizens on voter rolls. These systems were never designed to serve as flawless gatekeepers of democracy. Investigations repeatedly show these systems flag eligible citizens incorrectly, forcing lawful voters to prove themselves on tight deadlines or risk removal.
When the burden shifts to the voter to correct the government’s mistake, many people—busy, working, caregiving, moving, or simply confused—fall through the cracks.
That is how the SAVE Act could backfire: not by catching a tidal wave of noncitizen voting, but by creating a paperwork regime where eligible citizens are wrongly blocked or purged.
Kansas offers the starkest warning. Its proof-of-citizenship law blocked more than 30,000 U.S. citi-
Deltas Host a Film Screening and Community Discussion: Countdown at Kusuni
By Melanie RW Odom
The Westchester Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (DSTWAC) hosted a film screening and community discussion called Red Carpet Rewind: Countdown at Kusini. The DSTWAC Heritage & Archives and Arts & Letters Committees collaborated on this event which celebrated the 50th anniversary of this iconic film. One hundred and ten sorority and community members attended the event that happened on Saturday, March 14 and was held at the Will I. Grinton Library in Yonkers.
Under the leadership of Lillian P. Benbow, a past National President of the organization, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. formed a production company called Delta Teleproductions and created Countdown at Kusini (1976). Ms. Benbow served as the film’s executive producer and she made this film with funds raised by the Sorority’s membership. Countdown at Kusini marked the first time in history that a Divine Nine Organization created a theatrically released film. This groundbreaking movie also represented the first time that a film was shot entirely on location in Africa. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. set out to make a film that would counteract the narratives displayed by the popular and commercially successful blaxploitation films of the time. This film tells the story of jazz musician, Red Salter, who travels to a newly independent African nation and chooses to
Deltas Host a Film Screening and Community Discussion: Countdown at Kusuni
By Melanie RW Odom
engage in a revolutionary struggle against a puppet government. Ossie Davis directed the film and played a supporting role. Also, the film starred Greg Morris and Ruby Dee, an Honorary Member of Delta Sigma Theta, and Ossie Davis. The film was written by Ladi Ladebo, Ossie Davis, and Al Freeman. Manu Dbango crafted the original score.
The film was lost to the world for nearly half a century, but DSTWAC members Dr. Carole Beckford and Mary Marquis researched tirelessly to find a copy of the film and then to secure the rights to exhibit it. Following the film, Dr. Beckford led a talkback session about the backstory of producing the film, the intersection of the Black Arts movement and the independent Black film movement, and the importance of Black people reclaiming their power to tell and preserve our own stories.
In her closing remarks, Dr. Rana D. Hobson, First Vice President of DSTWAC, said “[Delta] Members across the country, including members of this chapter and others, invested their time, their resources, and their belief in what was possible. They understood that when Black women control the who, the how, and the why of our storytelling, we create space for truth, creativity, and liberation.”
Supreme Court, Westchester County INDEX NO.: 58629/2026 in the Matter of the Application of MEADOWS MANAGEMENT LLC, plaintiff/petitioner, for the Dissolution of 9 HUNTS LANE CAPITAL CORP.., a domestic business corporation, against PIERPONT DEVELOPMENT LLC and KEVIN CASSIDY, Upon reading and filing the Verified Petition of MEADOWS MANAGEMENT LLC, a 50% shareholder in 9 HUNTS LANE CAPITAL CORP., sworn to on the 2nd day of March, 2026, together with the exhibits annexed thereto, and all of the proceedings heretofore had herein, LET respondents/defendants PIERPONT DEVELOPMENT LLC and KEVIN CASSIDY, show cause at Commercial Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, County of Westchester, to be held at the Courthouse located at 111 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, White Plains, New York , on the 8th day of April, 2026, at 9:30 AM, or as soon thereafter as counsel can he heard, why an order should not issue: 1) Dissolving 9 Hunts Lane Capital Corp., a domestic corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of New York and having a principal place of business in the County of Westchester, pursuant to the authority of BCL § 1104(c); 2) Directing a full accounting of the assets of 9 Hunts Lane Capital Corp.; 3) A judgment on the third cause of action against Respondents/Defendants for breach of fiduciary duty in an amount to be determined at trial; and 4) For such other and further relief as the Court deems just, proper and equitable. ORDERED, that 9 Hunts Lane Capital Corp., its officers and directors on the return date of this Order furnish to the Court a schedule of the corporate assets and liabilities and the name and address of each shareholder and of each creditor and claimant, including any with unliquidated or contingent claims, and any with whom the corporation has unfulfilled contracts; and it is further ORDERED, that a copy of this Order shall be published in the Westchester County Press, or such other newspaper of general circulation in Westchester County as designated by the Court once in each of the three (3) weeks before the time appointed for the hearing thereon; and it is further ORDERED, that a copy of this Order and the documents on which it is based be served upon Respondents/Defendants PIERPONT DEVELOPMENT LLC pursuant to LLCL §303 and KEVIN CASSIDY pursuant to CPLR §308 on or before March 6, 2026 and shall be deemed good and sufficient service; and it is further ORDERED, that a copy of this Order, and the documents on which it is based be served upon 9 Hunts Lane Capital Corp. and the New York State Tax Commission, and any other interested parties as prescribed under BCL § 1106(c) on or before March 9, 2026 and shall be deemed good and sufficient service. ENTER: Linda S. Jamieson, J.S.C.
PAPERWORK, Cont’d. from page 5
zens—about 12 percent of first-time registrants—from voting before courts struck it down. Meanwhile, the problem it claimed to solve turned out to be vanishingly small.
Election integrity matters. But integrity is not a magic word that justifies barriers.
A safeguard that blocks lawful voters is not a safeguard—it is a malfunction in democracy itself.
If lawmakers truly want to strengthen elections, there are better directions:
• Fund secure, modern election systems and staffing.
• Improve and standardize voter list maintenance transparently and lawfully.
• Expand voter education and language access.
• Reduce administrative errors with better interagency coordination.
• Support automatic and accurate registration systems that verify eligibility without placing the burden on the voter.
• Provide free, accessible document replacement assistance for people who truly need it—without making documents a gatekeeper.
And I pray the United States Senate does not pass the SAVE Act. If it does, it will not be remembered as a measure that strengthened democracy, but as one that placed new paperwork between eligible Americans and the
ballot box.
Because the right to vote should not depend on how easily you can produce paperwork from decades ago—or whether a database flags you incorrectly and you manage to fix it in time.
And here is the simple truth: a democracy confident in its citizens does not make voting harder for them.
The sacred promise of America is not that we are perfect. It is that we are always expanding who counts.
We do not honor that promise by building new hoops to jump through. We honor it by protecting the franchise—by treating voting as a right to be safeguarded, not a privilege to be rationed.
Vote. In every election. Vote. At every opportunity. Vote. Not only because it is your right—but because democracy depends on citizens who insist on using it.
Jewel Williams Johnson is serving her third term on the Westchester County Board of Legislators representing District 8 (Elmsford, Greenburgh, Tarrytown and White Plains).
SUPREME
COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK
COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER
WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR OPTION ONE MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-3, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-3
Plaintiff, vs.
DEREK SCOTT, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF EVETT MILLER; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF EVETT MILLER any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; JOHN DOE (NAME REFUSED) AS JOHN DOE #1; JOHN DOE (NAME REFUSED) AS JOHN DOE #2; JOHN DOE (NAME REFUSED) AS JOHN DOE #3; JOHN DOE (NAME REFUSED) AS JOHN DOE #4,
“JOHN DOE #5” through “JOHN DOE #12,” the last eight names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises, described in the complaint, Defendants.
To the above named Defendants:
YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days of the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after service of the same is complete where service is made in any manner other than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service. Your failure to appear or to answer will result in a judgment against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. In the event that a deficiency balance remains from the sale proceeds, a judgment may be entered against you.
Plaintiff designates WESTCHESTER as the place of trial situs of the real property
SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS
Mortgaged Premises:
308 SOUTH 2ND AVENUE, MOUNT VERNON, NY 10550
Section: 169.23, Block: 3115, Lot: 3
NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT
THE OBJECT of the above caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the sum of $200,000.00 and interest, recorded on October 18, 2006, in Control Number 462750543, of the Public Records of WESTCHESTER County, New York., covering premises known as 308 SOUTH 2ND AVENUE, MOUNT VERNON, NY 10550.
The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above.
WESTCHESTER County is designated as the place of trial because the real property affected by this action is located in said county.
NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME
If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home.
Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action.
YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.
Dated: February 20th, 2026 ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff Matthew Rothstein, Esq. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675
Community Calendar
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Thursday, March 19
The Westchester County Board of Health Meeting will be held on Thursday, March 19 at 8:30 a.m. Westchester County Health Department Office, 11 Martine Ave., 12th Floor, White Plains, New York 10606. Members of the public may view this meeting online at https://www.meetings.westchestergov.com
Thursday, March 19
Westchester County Board of Health Meeting will be held on Thursday, March 19 at 8:30 a.m.at the Westchester County Health Department Office, 11 Martine Ave., 12th Floor, White Plains, New York 10606. Members of the public may view this meeting online at https://www.meetings.westchestergov.com This faith and family focused event is presented by the Alzheimer’s Association-Hudson Valley Chapter (alz.org/hudsonvalley), Delta Research and Educational Foundation, Inc. (deltafoundation.net), Westchester Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (dst-wac.org), National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, Inc.-White Plains/Greenburgh Branch (wpgbnaacporg.wordpress.com), and the National Council of Negro Women, Inc.-Hudson Valley Section (ncnwhvs.org).
Saturday, March 21
Please join me for my next Coffee & Conversation from 1 - 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 21, at the John C. Hart Memorial Library at 1130 E. Main Street, Shrub Oak, NY 10588. I will discuss legislative priorities and important issues regarding our community. I look forward to answering your questions and hearing your concerns. Please RSVP at Harckham@nysenate.gov.
Sunday, March 22
We ask you to join us on Sunday, March 22nd, at 3:00 at Reis Park in Somers for a Community Vigil, in lieu of our monthly meeting. We will be honoring those who died protecting our constitutional rights of due process, free speech, and freedom of assembly. We will offer remembrance of those who have died in ICE custody. This is a time for our community to come together. In amity. The Steering Committee of Race Amity of Northern Westchester & Putnam.
Monday, March 23
LGBTQ Advisory Board Meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m.Members of the public may view this meeting online at meetings.westchestercountyny.gov
Tuesday, March 23
Youth Board Meeting will be held at 6:00 p.m.Members of the public may view this meeting online at: meetings.westchestercountyny.gov
Wednesday, March 24
NAACP Peekskill Branch invites the community to attend its Monthly Meeting where Special Guest Betty Campbell, Commissioner of Jurors, will discuss the importance of Civic Engagement, Voting and Jury Duty. NAACP meeting will be held 7:30 p.m. in the Peekskill Library.
Saturday, March 28
Six community leaders will be highlighted and presented to the public during the 2nd Annual Woman’s History Month Luncheon & Program sponsored by the Westchester Black Women’s Political Caucus, Greater Peekskill Area Chapter. The event will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Peekskill Firehouse, 1141 Main Street in Peekskill,
NY. Tickets are $30 pp and may be purchased through Zelle at this number: (914) 427-3822. (See flyer on page 9 for more details.)
Tuesday, March 31
Sign up now for “Women Leading the Change: a Community Connections Mini-Circle” hosted by Village Trustee Nancy Naulaguari on Tuesday, March 31st at 6:00pm. This program celebrates the strength, courage and achievements of women in our community and provides the opportunity for women in the community to connect with one another for support and friendship. Sign up in person or by phone (914) 939-6710 and press 103 to attend. For more information, contact (914)939-6710 and press 103..
Tuesday, March 31 thru Friday, April 3
We’re excited to share that Girls Inc. of Westchester County is now accepting registrations for our upcoming Spring Break Program — and we’d love your help spreading the word! This free four-day program will take place March 31–April 3 at Yonkers Arts and is open to girls in grades 5–8. Throughout the week, girls will enjoy a fun and engaging mix of leadership activities, games, creative projects, movement, teambuilding, and hands-on experiences designed to help them build confidence, explore their strengths, and connect with peers in a positive and supportive space. Program Detail: Cost: Free. Dates: March 31–April 3 • Time: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM. Location: Yonkers Arts, 216 Lake Ave, Yonkers, NY. Registration Link: https://forms.gle/gUfJQ7Wi3wjHEHuE7 We would be so grateful if you could share this opportunity with girls and families in your network. It’s a great chance for girls to spend part of their spring break in a space that is fun, empowering, creative, and community-centered. Please feel free to reach out with any
questions. Thank you, as always, for your partnership and support.
Saturday, April 18
The New Rochelle Royal Ladies Red Hats are hosting a bus and orchestra seating to the Dance Theatre of Harlem at NYC City Center, 7:30PM performance. Join us. Tickets are $150 (use Zelle). Contact Sylvia Reid (914-6205066) or Andra Adamson (914267-5841) for details.
Thru Sunday, April 26
Protean Core: March 19 - April 26, 2026 | Reception: March 19, 6-8 pm On View at Pelham Art Center, Curated by Neptune in June. Open: Mon - Fri (9am5pm), Sat - Sun (10am - 4pm), 155 5th Avenue, Pelham, NY 10803 Naomi Chambers’ site-specific installations invite healing through play, weaving a ectionately elastic community bonds. She exalts found objects to bring the everyday stories and experiences of Black culture and motherhood into environments of care. Through painting, casting, and bedazzling, Chambers’ spaces tell perennial stories of nourishment and resilience. www.neptuneinjune.com | info@neptuneinjune. com IG: @neptuneinjune.ny. info@pelhamartcenter.org
Sunday, April 26
2:15pm to 3:45pm on Sunday, April 26th at the Westchester County Center in White Plains, NY. Connecting Rights of Nature, Leachate and Waste Incineration: Learn, Explore, Join with Three Environmental Groups in Working Towards A Flourishing Hudson River Valley Ecosystem We humans make our homes within ecosystems and depend on water bodies and ecosystems for our own health and survival. Learn and explore with three organizations WASS (Westchester Alli-
WBWPC Greater Peekskill Area Chapter Honors Six Community Leaders for Women’s History Month
PEEKSKILL, NY -- Six community leaders will be highlighted and presented to the public during the 2nd Annual Woman’s History Month Luncheon & Program sponsored by the Westchester Black Women’s Political Caucus, Greater Peekskill Area Chapter. The honorees are Mrs. Patricia Rooms, community activist, Former Chapter President; Mrs. Elizabeth Johnson, community activist, Former Chapter President; Hon. Terry Clements, County Legislator, President, Black Democrats of Westchester; Lt. Khalia M. Carter, Commanding Officer of the Community Policing Unit, Peekskill; Ms. Amanda Armenteros, regenerative farmer, educator, and community organizer; and Ms. Tanya P. Dwyer, Esq., grassroots advocate for comprehensive affordable housing
“We are proud to honor these extraordinary women whose leadership, service, and advocacy embody the very spirit of Women’s History Month. Each honoree has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to uplifting our community—whether
through decades of grassroots activism, transformative public service, innovative approaches to community-based farming and education, dedicated service in law enforcement, or tireless advocacy for equitable housing policy. Together, they represent the power of principled leadership, civic engagement, and collective progress. Their work has strengthened families, amplified marginalized voices, and advanced justice throughout Peekskill and Westchester County. It is with deep respect and admiration that we celebrate their enduring impact and the paths they continue to forge for future generations,” said Reverend Valarie Paul-Greenaway, President of the WBWPC Greater Peekskill Area Chaper..
The event will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Peekskill Firehouse, 1141 Main Street in Peekskill, NY. Tickets are $30 pp and may be purchased through Zelle at this number: (914) 427-3822. (See flyer on page 9 for more details.) .
JACK AND JILL YOUTH, Cont’d. from p. 1
During the weekend, the Jacks and Jills participated in the Youth Leadership Summit sponsored by the I Will Graduate Organization, strengthening their leadership and civic engagement skills. Additionally, they had the opportunity to meet Governor Kathy Hochul, further deepening their understanding of state leadership.
Following Caucus Weekend, they participated in a meeting with Mount Vernon Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard and representatives from the New York State Office of Cannabis Management to continue discussions about the negative impact illegal smoke shops has on youth in communities of color, specifically near the schools and parks.
As part of the ongoing efforts, they launched a petition calling for tighter legislation around illegal smoke shops, securing more than 200 signatures to date and submitted several campaign letters to elected officials to amplify
their message.
In addition, the chapter created an original song titled “Power Has No Age: Big Impact. Real Change.” to encourage young people to get involved and advocate for issues that are important in their communities.
Through initiatives like this Jack and Jill of America, Inc., Westchester County Chapter, continues to empower young people with the knowledge, confidence, and leadership skills necessary to become informed advocates and future community leaders.
Thank you to Senator Jamal Bailey, Senator Nathalia Fernandez, Senator Shelley Meyer, and Assemblyman J. Gary Pretlow for your support.
Do you want to join this mission of Big Impact. Real Change.? Follow Jack and Jill Westchester Teens on Instagram to learn more about the initiative and how to support the petition.
HONOREES (L-R): Patricia Rooms, Elizabeth Johnson, Hon. Terry Clements, Lt. Khalia Carter, Amanda Armenteros, and Tanya Dwyer, Esq.
