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Vol 126 Number 38 www.RisingMediaGroup.com Friday, September 22, 2017 Habitat Celebrates 30 Years Latimer Challenges Astorino’s e Dream of Home Ownership Lives On Record on Taxes? A False Narrative? Fake News? As County Exec. Race Starts By Dan Murphy wants, but that doesn’t translate into tax relief for One day after his win in the Democratic residents.” primary for county executive, State Sen. George Latimer appears to be deploying the method Latimer took a curious fi rst swing at his oppo- used four years ago by New Rochelle Mayor and nent, incumbent Robert 2013 county execu- Astorino, over taxes, tive candidate Noam as Westchester’s cam- Bramson, who tried to paign for county execu- blame Astorino for ev- tive offi cially began last ery tax increase in West- week. ‘I will put my chester – even those not Latimer held a record on taxes up under Astorino’s power. press conference in As most homeowners Eastchester and pro- against his record in Westchester know, duced property tax any day.’ County your property tax bill records from two resi- is made up of your lo- dents that showed their Executive Robert cal town, village or city From left are Joseph Killoran, ReStore Co-Manager Daniel Killoran, Habitat-Westchester CEO property taxes have Astorino, referring taxes; county taxes; Jim Killoran, actor-comedian J.B. Smoove, and Restore Co-Manager Efraim Harvey, at the risen signifi cantly in school taxes; and other Habitat for Humanity ReStore location in New Rochelle. the past seven years to challenger smaller taxes including By Dan Murphy chester began 30 years ago, in 1987, when the that Astorino has been George Latimer sewer, water and gar- Imagine if you had the task of trying to fi nd a chapter was formed. Two Westchester residents, county executive. bage taxes. location, and build a new home, for someone who John Verni and Jim Killoran, had been volunteer- “Look, the facts Astorino has con- didn’t have the money to pay for it – in the richest ing at Habitat for Humanity in New York City be- are clear: From 2011 trol over Westchester county with the highest property taxes in the na- fore Westchester Habitat was created. to 2017, taxes went County taxes, which tion. Some would say it would take a miracle to Killoran’s time at Habitat-Westchester (he up all over Westches- make up between 15 fi nd and build such homes. is now the executive director) coincides with the ter County – property and 20 percent of a And that’s exactly what Habitat for Humanity group’s successes. Killoran, who studied to be- taxes, sewer taxes, garbage taxes and more,” said county homeowner’s total tax bill. The sewer of Westchester has done in the county – perform come a priest before getting married and having Latimer. “Rob has told the same story over and taxes and garbage taxes, referred to by Latimer miracles, doing God’s work, and handing the keys two kids, is Habitat-Westchester’s driving force, over so often, he’s forgotten the truth. County at his press conference, are not under Astorino’s to new homes to people who need it most. encompassing a cheer leader, fund-raiser, builder taxes have risen under his tenure for many home- control, and Latimer’s comments drew a harsh The history of Habitat for Humanity of West- Continued on Page 4 owners. He can cherry pick his data however he Continued on Page 8 Bristal at Armonk Celebrates County Clerk’s Race Also on Resident’s 102nd Birthday Nov. Ballot in Westchester

Samantha Krieger, executive director of The Bristal at Armonk, congratulates John Neumeyer Westchester county clerk candidate Jim Chisholm has been campaigning from Yonkers to on his 102nd birthday. Yorktown.

The Bristal Assisted Living at Armonk, “We were very excited to celebrate such By Dan Murphy Chisholm is a lifelong resident of West- an assisted and independent living community, a wonderful milestone at our Armonk commu- In addition to the race for Westchester chester; raised in Yonkers, he has also lived in recently celebrated resident John Neumeyer’s nity,” said Samantha Krieger, executive director County executive, voters across the county will Eastchester and Bedford, and now calls Somers 102nd birthday. at The Bristal. also vote for Westchester County Clerk on Nov. home. Born Aug. 1, 1915, Neumeyer lived in The Bristal at Armonk is the second as- 7. Three-term incumbent Tim Idoni is facing a We asked Chisholm, after a successful ca- New York City prior to moving to the The Bris- sisted living community in Westchester for The challenge this year from Somers resident, busi- reer in the private sector, why he is running for tal at Armonk. Continued on Page 8 nessman and fi rst-time candidate Jim Chisholm. Continued on Page 8

Th anks for Your Service, Both Gov. Cuomos Maureen Walker Support Con-Con By Dan Murphy Last week’s primaries in Westchester in- cluded a surprising result in the City of Mt. Vernon, where long-time Comptroller Maureen Walker was defeated in the Democratic primary by Deborah Reynolds 53 to 47 percent. The loss in the Democratic primary means Walker will end her career in government at the end of this year, after serving 24 years as comptroller – hav- ing won six elections in Mt. Vernon. Walker has always been the watchdog for the taxpayers in Mt. Vernon and the tax dollars they hand over to city government. Walker has been the one constant in Mt. Vernon govern- ment, and has served with three mayors – Er- nie Davis, Clinton Young Jr., and current Mayor Richard Thomas. Walker has battled with each mayor when she thought it was the right thing to do. She has never been afraid to stand up for what she thinks By Dan Murphy he’s right. is was right, and her 24 years as comptroller Former New York Gov. Mario Cuomo, fed New Yorkers will vote Nov. 7 on whether have been free from scandal. up with the gridlock and infl uence of special in- to hold a Constitutional Convention, with a bal- Mt. Vernon Comptroller Maureen Walker After her election defeat, Walker told the terests in Albany during the 1980s, said: “Let’s lot initiative printed on the back of their ballots. Journal News that her loss was contributed to have a Constitutional Convention and change A Constitutional Convention, also called Con- the “negative, untrue and unfounded accusa- in an ethical and above reproach manner.” the whole darn system. That’s the only answer.” Cons was held in 1938, with voters approving tions hurled at me by the mayor over the last 12 One day after the primary, Walker wrote the Now, 30 years later, Gov. Andrew Cuomo a set of constitutional changes. In 1967, a con- months.” following letter to Thomas, calling into question has stated, “I said the convention is a good idea vention was again held, but voters ultimately “It is my belief that one of the main reasons the future of the city’s fi nances: and it’s a way to get reform, but you have to rejected the proposed revisions. for the smear campaign is to gain access to the “On Sept. 13, 2017, one day after the Dem- elect delegates who are not currently elected Rising Newspapers in Westchester are urg- city’s funds and fi nancial assets,” said Walker. “I ocratic primary elections, you approached the offi cials.” The governor wants true citizen del- ing our readers to vote “yes” on Con-Con on have always conducted the business of the city Continued on Page 8 egates to the Constitutional Convention, and Continued on Page 8 PAGE 2 - WESTCHESTER’S MOST INFLUENTIAL NEWSPAPERS - Friday, September 22, 2017 Empire City Casino Goes Mt. Vernon Library Orange to Fight Hunger To Host Comic Con

Kristina Magana, manager of communications for Food Bank for Westchester; Ayesha Khan, senior director of fund development for Food Bank for Westchester; Kate Schlientz of In- toxiKate; and Executive Sous Chef Matt Heisel at Empire City Casino, introduce the casino’s “Eating for Orange” menu items. Photo by Katie Schlientz. Forget about betting on black or red, chester to meet with Chef Matt Heisel of Em- Empire City Casino has its money on orange pire City Casino to sample several of his new this September – for Hunger Action Month. orange menu items that he’s offering at the ca- The largest entertainment destination in the sino’s variety of eateries. northeast will double-down and “go orange” These include baked sweet potatoes and car- to benefit Food Bank for Westchester in con- rot cake cupcakes at Dan Rooney’s, orange beef junction with people all over the country who featured in the food court’s Asian station, an join forces with the nationwide network of orange blossom martini (with house gin, sweet food banks in the fight against hunger. vermouth and orange juice) at the Entertainment Sept. 14 is designated as Hunger Action Lounge, orange fennel salad with arugula and Day, a day in which efforts across the coun- crumbled gorgonzola at Nonno’s Trattoria, and try are focused for greater impact, and Empire an orange-glazed half-chicken at Lil’ Cocina. City Casino’s porte cochere entrance and ex- During this lunch, Empire City and the terior building lights will glow orange in an Standardbred Owners Association of New effort to help raise awareness of the nearly 50 York made a surprise donation totaling $5,000 million Americans impacted by hunger. to the Food Bank for Westchester, presenting In addition, Empire City joined more them with oversized orange checks as a side to than 20 Westchester restaurants and gour- their orange meal. met shops to introduce and promote orange- Food Bank for Westchester leads hun- themed menu items throughout September ger action programs and mobilizes resources as part of IntoxiKate’s Kate Schlientz and the to eradicate hunger in Westchester County, Food Bank for Westchester’s first Eating for sourcing four meals with every $1 raised. Us- Orange campaign. This week, Schlientz joined ing that formula, the donation will provide representatives of the Food Bank for West- some 20,000 meals for local families in need. Comic book enthusiasts will converge on the cased in the library art gallery, exhibiting their Mount Vernon Public Library for its first Comic works and highlighting their representation in the Con on Saturday, Sept 23. world of comics and graphic novels. The celebrity Library employee and coordinator of the featured artist will be Marvel Comics cover artist comic con Amanda Nuñez said she hopes this André LeRoy Davis, known as “hip-hop’s official event will welcome fans and novices alike. “I hope cartoonist.” our comic con will be a welcoming to all those who One of the highlights of the Comic Con will love comics, graphic novels, anime and manga,” be the cosplay contest. Cosplay, the dressing up she said. “It is definitely a culture that is celebrated as a character from a movie, book or video game, across age, race and gender.” especially one from the Japanese genres of manga The Mount Vernon Public Library Comic and anime, is a popular attraction at Comic Cons Con will celebrate not only comics, but anime and worldwide, and is sure to be a smash. Be on the Move for manga, as well, which is one of Japan’s most popu- “At an event like our Comic Con, we hope to lar culture and art. bring out those passionate about comics, and those the Spring Season™ The Comic Con has a number of activities who are new to or interested in comics,” said Di- planned that will provide entertainment for all rector Evania Thompson. “The New York Comic ages. The event will feature movie viewings, an art- Con is a great event, at a cost. Our Comic Con is ist workshops for kids, a League of Legends game filled with activities and is free to the public.” Over 1,000 tournament, and a special demonstration of Star The event will take place at the library dur- Wars light sabers choreography by Brian Weitz, a ing its regular hours. For more information, visit Satisfi ed fight choreographer and stage combat instructor. http://mountvernonpubliclibrary.org/mtv-comic- Customers Comic artists and illustrators will be show- con-2017.

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Send your story ideas, photos, announcements and upcoming events to us at dmurphy@rising mediagroup.com Friday, September 22, 2017 - WESTCHESTER’S MOST INFLUENTIAL NEWSPAPERS - PAGE 3 Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Shared Services Panel OKs To Present at SUNY Purchase Tax-Saving Initiatives Purchase College “Telegraph Avenue,” will present Michael “Moonglow” and “The As- Chabon: A Reading and tonishing Secret of Awe- Conversation on Sept. 25 some Man.” in the Natural Sciences “There’s a keen fris- Building lecture hall, son at Purchase since it 735 Anderson Hill Road, was announced that Mi- Purchase. The bestselling chael Chabon was becom- author, who has won a ing the Roy and Shirley Pulitzer and many other Durst Distinguished chair awards, has been named in literature,” said pro- Purchase College’s 2017- fessor of literature and 18 Roy and Shirley Durst pedagogy Kathleen Mc- distinguished chair in Cormick. “Chabon’s a literature, and will be fea- wonderfully capacious tured in a series of events. and beautiful writer, mov- “Michael Chabon is ing easily across genres a perfect fit for the posi- – sci-fi, magic realism, County Executive Robert Astorino signs shared services documents. tion of the Roy and Shir- comic-book heroes, and ley Durst distinguished Michael Chabon now he’s written a fictional Municipal leaders from across Westchester els, however, did not include school districts, chair in literature,” said memoir ‘Moonglow.’ I’m County joined County Executive Robert Astorino which typically make up roughly 60 percent of a assistant professor of literature Anthony Do- teaching the book and it is inspiring students to last week to sign off on a shared services plan that property owner’s property taxes. mestico. “His varied tastes are reflected in the read more of Chabon’s work. His range and ease will save taxpayers nearly $6 million over the next Westchester’s 2018 plan adds to the county’s programs he’s designed for the coming year – of blending literary and genre fiction will have few years. ongoing efforts to lower the cost of government, as a lecture and a reading from his work, a film incredible appeal to the Purchase community.” “Sharing services is a means of controlling the county has been sharing services with localities screening, and a public conversation with Neil The Durst Distinguished Lecture Series costs and saving taxpayers their hard-earned mon- for years by consolidating local police departments Gaiman. He has a fascinating mind and is a dis- and the Roy and Shirley Durst Distinguished ey,” said Astorino. “It’s critical that we continue to with the county, providing specialized police units tinctive prose stylist. We’re lucky to have him chair in literature are funded by the Roy and work together to find more efficiencies and savings to cities and towns, and utilizing the county’s plan- with us for the 2017-18 academic year.” Shirley Durst Distinguished Chair in Literature that can be passed on to taxpayers. The county is ning and land use experts to develop a master plan One of the most acclaimed and popular Endowment. The mission of the programs is here to help its local partners deliver essential ser- for the Village of Rye Brook, to name a few. contemporary American authors, Chabon re- to infuse the experience and intellect of lead- vices in the most cost-effective ways possible.” Westchester County in 2013 created its ceived a Pulitzer Prize for fiction and more ing writers into the Purchase community, while In recent years, Astorino has put in place “Shared Services Handbook,” which is a guide for than 30 other awards. The bestselling novelist providing diverse opportunities for these writ- shared services initiatives totaling $55 million a local communities on how the county can help is the author of “The Mysteries of Pittsburgh,” ers to interact with students and influence cam- year. In addition, he has lowered the tax levy by lower the costs for local governments. “A Model World,” “Wonder Boys,” “Werewolves pus life. 2 percent since 2010, which has kept an estimated “Sharing services is not a new concept in in their Youth,” “The Amazing Adventures of For more information, visit www.purchase. $400 million in the pockets of taxpayers. Westchester County,” said Astorino. “We’re always Kavalier and Clay,” “Summerland,” “The Final edu/live/events/6210-durst-distinguished-lec- In approving the shared services plan in a bi- looking for ways to save money and operate more Solution,” “The Yiddish Policemen’s Union,” ture-series-michael-chabon or call 914-251- partisan vote of 29-0 – which came after several efficiently. We will continue to scrutinize every “Maps and Legends,” “Gentlemen of the Road,” 6550. forums, three public hearings and hundreds of dollar spent and find savings wherever we can.” hours of input – leaders backed 12 ways, mostly Astorino noted that significant challenges are information technology initiatives, to save money federal and state mandates totaling $1.35 billion by eliminating redundancies and increasing ef- that are forced on the county and account for 75 ficiencies in government. Initiatives agreed to in- cents out of every $1 spent in the county’s 2017 clude having the county assist some localities with $1.8 billion budget. The largest state mandate, for Fr. Solanus’ Service information technology management, document example, is Medicaid, and costs Westchester tax- scanning and storage, and technology and soft- payers $210 million. New York is one of the few ware purchasing, among others, that can reduce states that forces counties to pay part of that bill. In Yonkers Recalled costs on a local level. Other mandates include pensions, child welfare, The shared service forums were chaired by probation, public assistance and special education, By Peg Godfrey Astorino and included representatives from nearly among others. Venerable Father Ber- all of Westchester County’s municipalities who The recent forum was the last of a series of nard Solanus Casey’s life discussed ways that local governments can con- required meetings that the shared services panel in highlights his concern for tinue to cut costs, notably through sharing servic- Westchester conducted before sending the plan on people, especially the poor es with the county and lobbying the state to stop to the state budget director for review. The county’s and sick. This humble and passing down its costs. work is ongoing, Astorino noted. simple Capuchin priest Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s 2018 state budget “The best way to reduce taxes is by growing once served in the Sacred mandates that 57 counties throughout New York the economy, creating jobs, controlling costs and Heart Friary in Yonkers, State (New York City excluded) establish a shared eliminating burdensome mandates.” He said. “This where he had been sent services panel to come up with ways for govern- plan is a small part of a much broader strategy only days after he had ments to share and coordinate services. The pan- aimed at protecting taxpayers.” been ordained a Capuchin priest in Milwaukee, Wisc. Brother Roger Deguire, a Capuchin Franciscan archivist and historian at Sacred Heart Parish in Yonkers, recounted the life OUR BUS IS of Solanus at the Blessed Mother’s sodality com- munion breakfast Sept. 10 YOUR BEST BET. at Holy Name Church in New Rochelle. Solanus’ life is not widely known. He was born Nov, 25, 1870, the $40 BONUS PACKAGE VALUE! sixth in a 16-child family on a Wisconsin farm. 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Tutti Bravi Productions, Inc., will present a staged reading and sing-through of the original musical drama “Anne Hutchinson” on Sunday, Sept. 24 at 3 p.m. in the Ossie Davis Th eater of the New Rochelle Public Library. A donation of $5 is suggested at the door. Written by John Taylor Th omas and directed by Billie Tucker, the production dramatizes the life of the extraordinary woman and her involve- ment in settling lower Westchester. It is produced by Karen Allen and Billie Tucker, with support from ArtsWestchester. “Anne Hutchinson” was one of three theat- rical pieces selected as winners of a Westchester writers’ competition held by Tutti Bravi Produc- tions earlier this year. Th e entries had to be by and about Westchester people. Th e other two winning works, “Victory Gardens” by Tara Maddaugh of Harrison and “Headless” by Patricia White of Katonah, will become future productions of the company. Tutti Bravi Productions, Inc., is a 501(c)3 A drawing of Anne Hutchinson. nonprofi t organization dedicated to honoring the history of Westchester. Rhode Island. Anne Hutchinson, mother of 15, was a Puri- When Massachusetts began to threaten to tan spiritual adviser whose strong religious con- take over Rhode Island, she led her family and victions were at odds with the established clergy supporters 150 miles on foot to resettle in the in the Boston area where she and her family set- area known as Split Rock, a Dutch colony, which Some of the kittens saved from Hurricanes Harvey and Irma that need a home. tled in 1634. She was eventually tried for those be- was then in Eastchester. Considering the natives liefs and banished from the colony, along with her friendly, their group was surprised by a Siwanoy Th e SPCA of Westchester recently an- the rescue of 10 cats and kittens from Miami- family and many of her supporters. Moving south, attack in 1643 and all were killed – except Anne’s nounced the arrival of 23 cats and kittens who Dade County Animal Services, which was prep- she helped Roger Williams establish the colony of daughter who survived by hiding in the Split Rock. were safely transported to its Briarcliff Manor ping to make space as Irma fast approached. animal care campus. In the wake of Hurricanes “We’re honored to lend a small hand in mak- Harvey and Irma, many Texas and Florida shel- ing lives better for these cats and kittens who des- ters were directly aff ected and had to quickly perately needed a safe haven and second chance,” make room for the overwhelming amount of lost said SPCA Executive Director Shannon Laukhuf. Swim Relay to Raise Funds and displaced animals. A special Hurricane Emergency Fund has Th e SPCA quickly reached out to its state been set up for the “lucky 23” at spca914.org. Humane Society of the United States represen- Residents are asked to consider donating to cover For New Rochelle YMCA tative to fi nd out how they could help animals the cost of veterinary care and rehabilitation. The New Rochelle YMCA will hold its sec- Campaign. Following the race, all participants currently living in those shelters most impacted Th e Society for the Prevention of Cruelty ond annual Really Big Relay on Saturday, Sept. and guests will be invited to a reception on site by the hurricanes, and was alerted that 13 fe- to Animals of Westchester is located in Briarcliff 23 from 10 a.m. to noon to benefi t its annual Sup- at the YMCA. lines desperately needed placement out of Texas. Manor and is a no-kill shelter. It is not affi liated port Campaign. This fundraising effort, held at Since 1899, the YMCA has been serving the Shortly aft er, an urgent call came in to assist with with the American SPCA. the pool at 50 Weyman Ave., New Rochelle, pro- people of New Rochelle, Pelham, Mt. Vernon, vides program and fi nancial support to member Larchmont and the Bronx. With programs for families and their children. healthy living (gym, pool, fi tness classes, cardio Assemblywoman Amy Paulin, County Com- and weight equipment), youth development (pre- missioner Jim Maisano, the New Rochelle Police kindergarten for 3- and 4-year-olds, after-school Department and others will swim to benefi t the care for elementary school students, and youth Letter to the Editor YMCA. swimming and sports), and social responsibility Beginning at 10 a.m., teams will swim off (classes for citizenship and English as a second against each other to vie for the title of Really Big language), the New Rochelle YMCA offers fi nan- Rob Astorino Undermining Relay champion for 2017. Maisano’s team took cial aid for those who demonstrate need. the title in 2016. Thanks to the generosity of donors, the Th e Democratic Process Each team should consist of four swim- YMCA seeks to raise more than $60,000 in 2017. Dear Editor: light on this matter. mers, and the entry fee per team is $150 – with To sign up your team, contact Rich McCarty at I just wanted to bring your attention to the Here is the text of Sliwa’s message: “Please all proceeds going toward the annual Support 914-632-1818, ext. 21, or [email protected]. fact that Republican Westchester County Ex- don’t get fooled if you hear from Rob Astorino ecutive Robert Astorino is actively undermin- asking you to vote for him in our Reform Party ing today’s primary election in Westchester by primary. Our party rejected Astorino because asking his supporters to write his name in on he has become what the Reform Party stands ballots for a party that doesn’t want him on the against. He is another pay-to-play politician un- Slate of Acting Classes at ballot. der federal investigation, and with taxes going Meanwhile, Reform Party Chairman Curtis up he is spending our hard-earned tax dollars Sliwa has a voice recording telling Reform Party on his cronies while we’re getting robbed. Stop West. Collaborative Th eater members to not be fooled by Astorino’s antics. the robbery. Vote no on Rob Astorino.” For the fi rst time since its founding in 2010, and, if desired, prepare audition reels. Classes meet Westchester doesn’t want its leaders to un- Donny Khan Westchester Collaborative Th eater is launching a Tuesdays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. for eight weeks, dermine the democratic process. Please shine a Westchester full and diverse slate of eight-session acting classes from Oct. 3 through Dec. 5 (no class Nov. 7 and from Oct. 2 through Dec. 6 in its new Black Box 14). Tuition is $340, or $295 for WCT members. performance space at 23 Water St., Ossining. Improvisation for theater and for fun with Jim Habitat Celebrates should return from serving our country and have a “We are responding to a longtime request and, Brownold aims to help experienced actors, new ac- job and a house waiting for them.” in our new home, we are fi nally able to fulfi ll it by tors and non-actors trust their instinctive creativity Continued from Page 1 Habitat-Westchester and Killoran have also drawing on the amazing wealth of talent we have in through a fun and inventive avenue of expression. gotten young people to get off their cell phones and our company,” said WCT Executive Director Alan Classes meet Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. and back-slapper, working through a myriad of volunteer their time. Lutwin. “We are glad also to be able to provide top from Oct. 4 through Dec. 6 (no class Nov. 8 and politics, construction, building codes, and the nev- “We have 50 high school clubs of Habitat quality instruction in small, intimate classes at af- 15). Tuition is $195, or $160 for WCT members. er-ending search for a run-down house or property volunteers,” he said. “I like to get the kids from fordable fees.” On Tuesday, Sept. 26, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., that he can turn into a home for a family. Chappaqua and Bronxville to volunteer their time Classes include: there will be a question-and-answer session with “I still think I do priestly work,” said Killoran, and see how good they have it and see the other Scene and monologue study with Bob Rog- the instructors at 23 Water St., when interested stu- who spoke on a recent WVOX radio show. “I have side. We want every kid to build, and grow food erson is an in-depth study of the craft of acting dents unable to attend the session will be off ered al- no hidden agenda. I just love to see people happy – we have to get a hammer in their hands and the designed for the intermediate and advanced actor. ternative methods to have their inquiries answered. when they get into a home of their own.” phones out.” Classes meet Mondays from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. for Class size is limited, and early registration is Habitat for Humanity of Westchester has built Killoran also taps into several Westches- eight weeks, from Oct. 2 through Dec. 4 (no class suggested. All current fees are part of WCT’s intro- homes all over the county, and not just in the cit- ter colleges for volunteers, and takes calls from Nov. 6 and 13). Tuition is $340, or $295 for WCT ductory off er. ies. The fi rst Habitat home in Westchester, built 30 friends he has met over four decades who contact members. To register online, visit www.wctheater.org/ years ago, was in Larchmont, with the land coming him about a Westchester homeowner in need. Acting for the camera with Matt Lagle is de- classes. For additional information, call: 914-236- from the county and then-County Executive Andy “I recently got a call about a man in a home in signed to familiarize students with on-camera work 4297. O’Rourke. Then a home was built in Yorktown, Millwood who couldn’t afford to repair his boiler then in White Plains, Ossining and Yonkers. and has been without hot water for two years,” he “We have worked on over 2,000 homes in said. “Another woman in Millwood died because Westchester over 30 years,” said Killoran. she was living in her car because she couldn’t af- New homeowners who are fortunate enough ford to repair her home… Two senior veterans in to get one of Habitat’s homes in Westchester pay a Eastchester had no running water in their homes 0 percent mortgage back to Habitat, with no down for two years. For all of this to be happening in payment. They also pay property taxes and are true the richest county in the U.S. is a disgrace. We try members of the communities they move into. to help as many people as possible, (and) Habitat “We are at a crisis in affordable housing, wins every time we have a family move into a new which is the number-one economic driver in New home.” York State,” explained Killoran. “If you can’t af- One highlight of Habitat’s 30 years in West- ford to live here, you move out of Westchester and chester was in 1998 when it worked with Bob out of the state. The taxes and too high and we are Villa to build a home in Yonkers in one week. “We trying to help people stay here. Ownership is ev- had 500 volunteers and now there are nine homes erything and it’s the failed policy of our country. standing at the site,” said Killoran. With all the billions we have spent over the years Habitat tries to collect money for its projects on subsidized housing, I could have built a home through private donations, foundations, and small for everyone.” fundraisers. “I’m always groveling and I try not to Over 30 years, Habitat-Westchester has be- take government dollars because I see how high come specialized in helping victims of Hurricanes. our taxes are in Westchester,” said Killoran. “I “Habitat is the number-one builder in the county,” want the burden of taxes to go down.” continued Killoran. “I have thousands of volun- The future for Habitat for Humanity of West- teers and we sent 9,000 volunteers to the Rocka- chester may be in building up. “We have plans for ways and worked on 1,300 homes during Sandy. a 50-unit condo in Yonkers and that’s our goal as I have become an expert because of the fi res on we celebrate our 30th anniversary, to start to build Nodine Hill and the fl oods in Mamaroneck. I’m apartments and green condos and create owner- always there fi rst and we know what to do to help ship,” continued Killoran. people.” Habitat is holding a 30th anniversary golf out- Habitat-Westchester has also prioritized help- ing and dinner gala at Wykagyl Country Club on ing veterans and their families to own a home of Oct. 2. their own. There are many other ways to support Habitat “It started 20 years ago when Ron Tocci for Humanity of Westchester, through donations or would call about a senior veteran who needed help by volunteering. Visit habitatwc.org for more in- repairing his home,” said Killoran. “Now we have formation. wounded warriors moving into homes in Yonkers Not a better organization, or use of your mon- and we have Habitat for veterans. Every veteran ey, can be found in Westchester County. Friday, September 22, 2017 - WESTCHESTER’S MOST INFLUENTIAL NEWSPAPERS - PAGE 5 Why Can’t We All AG Schneiderman Speaks at Just Get Along? Biz Council of West. Event By Eric W. Schoen and trying to get to the work Why can’t we all just that needs to be done to make get along? All the time. America greater than it al- Can you believe it has been ready is. This includes jobs 25 years (since May 1992) for Americans, simplification since Rodney King uttered of the tax code, and maybe those words in California? instead of trashing Obam- Our country has been acare, working to fix its many through a lot these past few glitches. A lot of people who weeks, including hurricanes were uninsured before now in Texas, Puerto Rico, the have insurance – but many Caribbean, and of course have seen their premiums Florida. All causing major double and triple with chang- damage in places the names es in coverage upsetting their we have never heard of be- stability. fore. Earthquakes in Mexico Giving Congress six – all of a sudden buildings months to deal with the De- Eric W. Schoen shaking, crumbling, people ferred Action for Childhood running into the street and ultimately homeless Arrivals program and the 800,000 individuals with no place to live. affected by the Obama policy that allows some All of this going on as Jews throughout the individuals who entered the country illegally as From left are Business Council of Westchester Board Chairman Anthony Justic, BCW Presi- world get ready to celebrate Rosh Hashanah, minors to receive a renewable two-year period dent and CEO Marsha Gordon, New York State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman, BCW the Jewish New Year 5778, and prepare for Yom of deferred action from deportation and eligibil- Executive Board member George Lence of Nicholas and Lence Communications, and BCW Kippur, the day of Atonement – fasting, prayer ity for a work permit? Vice President and COO John Ravitz. and asking for forgiveness for our sins. Now let’s be real here: Do you think Con- From public corruption cases to his recent Ravitz, Schneiderman elaborated on many oth- It seems so strange this year that before we gress can get its act together in six months to actions against Trump administration policies, er initiatives his office is working on to protect celebrate the Jewish holidays, so many people deal with DACA? I doubt it. So those who fol- New York State Attorney General Eric Schnei- New Yorkers. are suffering due to events under God’s control. lowed the rules won’t be going anywhere. derman recently spoke about ways his office is Schneiderman said his office has prosecut- Is he testing our strength before we bring in the We have to join hands and get back to the protecting New Yorkers. ed 70 cases of public corruption and is working New Year? Are we able to meet the challenges work of defeating those who seek to do harm During the Business Council of West- to simplify outdated regulations in its charities he is placing in our way? and destroy us – like the tragic events of Sept. chester’s Political Leadership Series last week, bureau, which oversees the operations of the I was in touch with a friend in Puerto Rico. 11, an anniversary we commemorate this week. Schneiderman said he was not personally op- state’s non-profit organizations. Fortunately, she and her family were unscathed Remember how united Americans were in the posed to President Donald Trump, but that the When asked about what his office is do- by the hurricane that caused so much damage months after Sept. 11, 2001? Just like we are “volcano of bad ideas coming out of Washing- ing about the uptick of cybersecurity-related in the Caribbean. Hurricanes are a yearly event united this week when tragedies befall us. ton” are not in keeping with New York’s values. crimes, Schneiderman called the Internet the in Puerto Rico, including days without power, We need to be united 24/7/365 – every From Trump’s travel ban to his recent an- “crime scene of the 21th century.” He said his yearly interruptions in the lives of those who day of the year. To be honest, it shouldn’t take nouncement that he would end the Deferred office is working to educate New Yorkers, par- live on the island. tragedy to unite us. Because when we are not Action for Childhood Arrivals program to pro- ticularly senior citizens, on how spot Internet Our fellow Americans in Puerto Rico, al- united, the world laughs at us and acts on our tect immigrants that came to the United States scams. ready suffering severe economic ills we read vulnerabilities. as children, Schneiderman said the president’s “Educated people are the best defense we’ve about in the pages of our newspapers every day So next week, we celebrate the Jewish policies are contrary to New York’s history as a got,’’ he said. and so used to damage and destruction, are ris- New Year 5778. Can we take the occasion to state that welcomes newcomers. Ravitz said the BCW’s political leadership ing to the occasion by bringing supplies and aid forget our differences and remember that we are Schneiderman said that Trump adminis- series, which has hosted many of the state’s top to others in the Caribbean who are suffering due one people? On Yom Kippur, when we ask God tration has united attorneys general in 15 states officials, is part of the organization’s mission to to the damaging hurricanes. This includes boats to forgive our sins, can we start the new year across the nation who are working together to keep its members informed. taking those affected by the events in the Carib- united as Americans and not divided? file lawsuits against policies on a number of “The BCW leadership series’ number-one bean to Puerto Rico so that they will be safe and As Rodney King said, “Why Can’t we all fronts, from new rulings coming out of the En- priority is to assure that our members have the secure. How wonderful is that? just get along.” Not only during tragedies – but vironmental Protection Agency, to tax reform opportunity to hear from and ask question of First responders from our area are pack- every day of our lives. proposals that would negatively impact New New York State’s top political leaders,” he said. ing up, leaving their families and trying to help For those of you who are Jewish, I wish York’s economy. “We were excited to welcome Attorney General those areas affected by tragedy. People are gath- you a happy New Year filled with good health, In response to questions from Business Schneiderman, whose office plays a pivotal role ering supplies, water, food, bandages, etc., and happiness, and peace in the world. I hope you Council members and the evening’s moderator, in setting policy and regulations for businesses loading up trucks to send these necessities to will take some time to be in temple or syna- BCW Executive Vice President and COO John throughout the state.” those in need. So many people are texting $10 gogue and share the beauty of prayer with oth- to the Red Cross that the phone lines are over- ers. So many of our institutions will welcome whelmed and the agency has to apologize for you during the holidays, without regard to your delayed response to America’s generosity. ability to pay. We come together in times of trouble. Check out SSTTE.org for the services open Americans have proved this time and time to the public at my synagogue, Scarsdale Syna- Business Minds Invited to again. So why haven’t we been able to come gogue Temples Tremont and Emanu-El. Or con- together for the good of the country after the tact the synagogue close to you. No one should elections of 2016? be denied the ability to pray because of the abil- ‘Connections For Success’ Do our lives really change that dramati- ity to pay. Westchester County Executive Robert cal skills they can apply immediately to start or cally after a presidential election? As the saying It’s expensive to run a Temple or a Syna- Astorino, along with Putnam County Execu- grow their businesses.” goes, you still have to pay taxes and no matter gogue. Please remember that and give what you tive MaryEllen Odell, the Westchester County “This year’s Summit is designed for those who is elected, taxes are still going to go up. can. These institutions are operational 365 days African-American Advisory Board and the looking for that one piece of advice that allows Whether you like Donald Trump or not, his a year, not just those five days a year when you Westchester-Putnam Workforce Development them to launch their dream venture or take reaching across the aisle for votes last week in visit. Board will host the third annual Connections their business to the next level,” added Barbara a small way shows that he is getting fed up with For my non-Jewish friends, I wish you, for Success Summit on Thursday, Sept. 28 from Edwards, Esq., chairwoman of the event and the partisan bickering going on in this country. too, a New Year filled with good health and hap- 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton the Westchester County African-American Republicans were upset with him for do- piness in a world of peace. And I hope you will Hotel in, 455 S. Broadway, Tarrytown. Advisory Board. ing this. Democrats were upset that their leaders join the journey of putting away what divides us The event, designed with entrepreneurs The Summit is open to small businesses, are seen shaking hands with the man they have and working to make our country and the world and small business owners in mind, will focus not-for-profits, government entities, exhibi- dubbed “the enemy.” If we could only take this a better place. on overcoming day-to-day issues in finance, tors/vendors, private corporations and job- energy on both sides and turn it into a positive, Reach Eric Schoen at thistooisyonkers@ accounting, sales, marketing, and human re- seekers. Breakfast and lunch will be served, it would be so good for this country. aol.com and follow him on Twitter @ericyon- source management that can prevent a busi- with a networking reception following the I am beginning to sense that with the exit kers. Catch the Westchester Rising Radio Show ness from reaching its full potential. summit. of so many of his top advisors who have been featuring Dan Murphy and Eric Schoen on This year’s keynote speaker, André Tay- The Connections for Success Summit was unable to deliver his Republican majorities in Thursdays at 10 a.m. on WVOX 1460 on the lor, is an internationally-recognized expert developed by the African-American Advisory Congress, President Trump is calming down A.M. dial or on the internet at wvox.com. on leadership, business development and Board, and organized in collaboration with personal success. He will speak to this year’s the Lead¬ership Resource Group, the Urban theme, “skills upgrade for a successful career League of Westchester and the Westchester- and business launch.” Through the interactive Putnam Workforce Development Board, under workshops and case studies that follow, partici- the auspices of Astorino and Odell. ‘400 Miles to Freedom’ at pants will develop concrete strategies for solv- Those wishing to exhibit at the event may ing problems that may arise while building or contact Ali Tarchoun at att1@westchestergov. expanding a business. com. Registration ranges from $50 to $250 Greenburgh Hebrew Center “The overwhelming popularity of the based on the size of the business represented. The Greenburgh Hebrew Center will pres- event launches an inquiry into identity, leading Connections for Success Summit is a testament Visit http://bit.ly/CFS-2017 or https://connec- ent the documentary “400 Miles to Freedom” on him to African, Asian and Latino Jews in Israel to the vibrancy of Westchester’s small busi- tionsforsuccess2017.eventbrite.com to register Sunday, Oct. 1. The event starts at 10 a.m. with a and the U.S. nesses and entrepreneurs,” said Astorino. “We for the summit, or visit www.westchesterput- light breakfast, followed by the one-hour movie RSVP to Robin at [email protected] or hope participants will come away with practi- namonestop.com for more information. and then a question-and-answer session with visit www.g-h-c.org/400miles. the co-director, Avishai Mekonen. This movie There is a suggested donation of $18; free is sponsored by the Sisterhood of GHC and is babysitting is available and reservations are pre- open to the entire community. ferred. In 1984, the Beta Israel – a secluded The Greenburgh Hebrew Center is a fully 2,500-year-old community of observant Jews egalitarian Conservative synagogue serving in the northern Ethiopian mountains – fled the Rivertowns and adjacent communities. a dictatorship and began a secret and danger- The synagogue welcomes traditional, interfaith ous journey of escape. Mekonen, then 10 years and blended families, singles and LGBTQ par- old, was among them. In this film, he breaks his ticipants, and has daily services that are spirited 20-year silence about the brutal kidnapping he and participatory. endured as a child in Sudan during his com- For more information, call 914-693-4260 munity’s exodus out of Africa. This life-defining or visit www.g-h-c.org

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The application date for board review is FAX: (914) 810-5124 10/5/2017.” #2349 09/22/2017 Friday, September 22, 2017 - WESTCHESTER’S MOST INFLUENTIAL NEWSPAPERS - PAGE 7 Seniors and Health Care Gramatan Village to Bus Drivers Can Now Simulcast Anniversary Event Administer Epinephrine Gramatan Village recently An enthusiastic group of legislators, will not only shape students’ experiences in the announced that renowned sur- parents, students, and school administrators district, but in schools throughout the state, as geon, public health researcher gathered at the Douglas Graffin Elementary well. “Because of their determination, we will and writer Dr. Atul Gawande School in Chappaqua on Sept. 13 to celebrate be able to provide an environment that is more will be the guest speaker at the the signing of two life-saving bills into law. safe and nurturing for our students,” she said. 15th anniversary celebration of The legislation, sponsored in the Senate by Stacey Saiontz, a children’s advocate, at- the founding of Beacon Hill Vil- State Sen. Terrence Murphy, allows bus driv- tended the recent press event and brought lage and the Village Movement ers to administer an epinephrine auto-injector along her son, who suffers from a dozen food on Monday, Sept. 25. His conver- in the event of an emergency. Assemblyman allergies, said she and is thankful bus drivers sation, titled “Being Mortal’s Vil- David Buchwald sponsored a corresponding will now have the ability to use an EpiPen. lages: The Value of Community bill in the Assembly. “The families and the children are here be- and Choice as We Grow Older,” “The large number of children who ride cause we are grateful that Sen. Murphy and will be moderated by Robin the school bus every day with food allergies Assemblyman Buchwald made this law a real- Young, host of NPR’s “Here and should be of great concern,” said Murphy. ity. This law makes it possible for children like Now,” and will feature a discus- “When a child experiences anaphylaxis, there my son to ride the school bus in comfort and sion on aging, living life with is little or no time to wait for emergency per- safety.” purpose, and how we can trans- sonnel to arrive. Every second is crucial. The In addition to the many parents and chil- form the possibilities for the passing of this new legislation will further dren in attendance, New Castle Town Super- later chapters in everyone’s lives. benefit our children’s safety. If they find them- visor Robert Greenstein, Chappaqua Board The event will begin at 5 selves in a life-threatening situation, a bus of Education President Vicky Tripp, Douglas p.m. and will be simulcast from driver now has the authority to administer Graffin Elementary School Principal Jaime Boston to more than 150 of the epinephrine. I am proud to stand here with Edelman were on hand to show their support 350-plus villages open across the these parents and children and say we have we for the new legislation. country, including Gramatan all worked together for the sake of our chil- The impetus for Murphy’s bill sprang Village. All are welcome to join dren.” from an incident in Agawam, Mass., in Octo- Gramatan Village for the live si- “It is heartening to see everyone come ber 2014, when a high school student experi- mulcast at the Bronxville Library together in a bi-partisan effort to help our enced a severe allergic reaction. Swift action in the Yeager Room. A reception children,” added Buchwald. “Bus drivers and by the school bus driver, who administered will follow. other contractors within the school district the epinephrine, saved the girl’s life. Choice and community are now have the opportunity to be trained in Both Murphy has a child that has experi- concepts honored throughout Dr. Atul Gawande the administration of epinephrine. Having an enced extreme allergic reactions, and is cog- the Village Movement. These EpiPen available and someone who is able to nizant of the dangers of food allergies. When concepts are behind the under- enon. administer it can be the difference between life Saiontz and other concerned parents visited lying principles that lead to the founding of The Village Movement champions an and death.” Murphy in Albany earlier this year, their sto- Beacon Hill Village, Gramatan Village, and the alternative approach for adults as they grow Chappaqua School District Superinten- ries further inspired him to author a bill that subsequent 200-plus villages that impact the older. Villages are unique in that they are dent Christine Ackerman said this effort by would help the more than 5.9 million children lives of older adults across the country. created by and for older adults, empowering parents, their children, Murphy and Buchwald suffering from food allergies. One of the great issues worldwide today their members to make wise, safe, and vibrant is how to support and care for aging popula- choices about how they wish to live. tions. By 2030, 20 percent of our nation’s popu- All are welcome but reservations are re- lation will be over 65 – an estimated 83 mil- quested. For more information or reserva- lion people. The village concept and Gawande’s tions, call Gramatan Village at 914-337-1338 profound understanding of the importance of or email [email protected]. Attendees Osteoporosis Support Group choice and community offer valuable insights are asked to arrive by 4:45 p.m., as the simul- and solutions for this challenging phenom- cast begins promptly at 5 p.m. An Osteoporosis awareness group meets Building 4. Upcoming meeting dates are Oct. 2 the first Monday of even-numbered months at and Dec. 4. Burke Rehabilitation Hospital, 785 Mamaroneck For more information, call Susan at 914- Ave., White Plains. Park in the first lot and enter 260-9339. LWV to Host Voter Registration Day Events Town of Eastchester During the month of September, the Ri- have a more direct impact on people’s lives, vertowns League of Women Voters will join including the quality of roads and transit sys- Senior Programs & Services more than 2,500 partners nationwide in host- tems, the schools local children attend, parks ing a National Voter Registration Day 2017 and greenways, public safety, and more. event at various locations as part of a massive Since its founding in 2012, National Vot- The Center at Lake Isle 12:15 p.m. Medicare Update with Micaela 50-state effort to register thousands of voters. er Registration Day has grown into a massive Monday, Sept. 25 12:30 p.m. Energizing exercise with Evey Voter registration will take place every cultural and civic event with nationwide reach. 9:30 a.m. Line dancing with Theresa 1 p.m. “See It – Draw It” with Stephanie Sunday from 10 a.m. to noon at the Croton “Voter registration is the key to ensuring 10:30 a.m. Drawing, games and cards 1 p.m. Mahjong/Bridge/cards/board games Farmers’ Market in the lot behind 1 Croton all Americans can engage in our political pro- 10:30 a.m. Strength and balance video Thursday, Sept. 28 Point Ave.; Saturday, Sept. 23 from 8:30 a.m. cess,” said Lynn Levine, president of the River- 1 p.m. Canasta Club 9:30 a.m. Intermediate line dancing to 1:30 p.m. at the Hastings Farmers’ Market towns League. “Committed League volunteers 1 p.m. Bridge/cards/Mahjong/board games 12:15 p.m. Bingo and treats – bring a friend in the Hasting’s Library Parking Lot; Sunday, are strengthening our communities by engag- Tuesday, Sept. 26 1 p.m. Knitting with Paula Sept. 24 from noon to 5 p.m. at Ardsley Day ing and empowering new voters.” 8:30 a.m. Low-impact exercise video 1 p.m. Mahjong/Pokeno/cards/games on Center Street in Ardsley; Tuesday, Sept. As a nonpartisan unofficial national holi- 9:30 a.m. Muscle toning video 1 p.m. Canasta Club 26 at Mercy College in Dobbs Ferry; Fridays, day, National Voter Registration Day counts 10:30 a.m. Drawing, games and cards Friday, Sept. 29 Sept. 29 and Oct. 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at on thousands of partners and volunteers 12:15 p.m. “Eating for Optimal Aging” Senior center closed the Dobbs Ferry Farmers’ Market on Cedar across the political spectrum. Started in 2012 1 p.m. Bridge/cards/Mahjong/board games The Center at Lake Isle is located at 660 Street; and Saturday, Sept. 30 from 8:30 a.m. for the presidential election, National Voter Wednesday, Sept. 27 White Plains Road, Eastchester. For more infor- to 2 p.m. at the TASH Farmers; Market at Pa- Registration Day is designed to create an an- 10:30 a.m. Drawing, games and cards mation or transportation, call 914-337-0390. triot’s Park in Tarrytown. nual moment when the entire nation focuses The goal for this year’s annual National on registering Americans to exercise their Voter Registration Day is to increase participa- most basic right – the right to vote. tion in the 2017 state and municipal elections Americans can register online at www. across the country by encouraging Americans NationalVoterRegistrationDay.org. Support- to register to vote and make their voices heard ers can also follow National Voter Registration S’mores, Butterflies & More at the ballot box. While national elections get Day activities through social media Sept. 26 media attention, local elections in many ways by searching #NationalVoterRegistrationDay. Featured at County Parks A number of events are scheduled the noon to 4 p.m., featuring works by a local art- weekend of Sept. 23 to 25 at Westchester Coun- ist on view September weekends in the Main ty parks and nature centers. House Gallery. 914-864-7282. Citizenship Classes On Saturday, Sept. 23, there will be a ga- On Sunday, Sept. 24, Bicycle Sunday will rage sale at Saxon Woods Pool from 9 a.m. to 3 take place from 10 a.m. to 2p.m. on the Bronx Citizenship classes at the Port Chester-Rye and registration is required by calling 914-939- p.m., at 1800 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains. River Parkway from White Plains to Scarsdale. Brook Public Library are scheduled Mondays at 6710, ext. 110, or visiting the information desk The rain date is Sept. 24. Shop 100 vendors for Open to all bicyclists, joggers, walkers and 7 p.m. from Oct. 16 to Nov. 13. Space is limited, at the library. gently used household goods, tools, clothing, those with strollers. 914-995-4050. sporting goods and more. Free admission and Also on Sunday, a farmers’ market will parking. For more information, call 914-995- take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Muscoot 4480. Farm. Shop more than 20 unique vendors offer- Also on Saturday, at 1 p.m., enjoy campfire ing fresh produce, cheese, and a variety of local s’mores at Trailside Nature Museum at Ward items. More information is available at 914- Pound Ridge Reservation at Routes 35 and 121 864-7282 or parks.westchestergov.com. South in Cross River. 914-864-7322. From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at Glen Is- From 1 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Cranberry land Park on Weyman Avenue in New Rochelle, Lake Preserve on Old Orchard Street in north there will be a classic car show. Free admission; White Plains there will be a fern walk to iden- parking is $5. 914-813-6720. tify and learn about the ferns at the preserve. In addition, from 2 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Las- 914-428-1005. don Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memorial In addition, the Read Wildlife Sanctuary on Route 35 in Somers will host a walking tour at Playland Park in Rye will host a program of the Shrub Border. Discover great shrubs for titled “Raising Monarch Butterflies” from 1 to your home landscape and their care require- 2 p.m. Monarch butterflies have been in decline ments. Free; pre-registration is required at 914- for many years. Dwayne Taylor, the “Butterfly 864-7264. Man,” will discuss how he raises them from From 3 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday at Kensico egg to butterfly, and then releasing thousands of Dam Plaza, Gold Star Mothers Day will be cel- Monarchs to join the annual fall monarch mi- ebrated. This is a day of recognition to honor gration south. 914-967-8720. those who have lost a son or daughter while From 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Marsh- serving in the United States armed forces. 914- lands Conservancy on Route 1 (Boston Post 231-4033. Road) in Rye there will be a volunteer work On Monday, Sept. 25, a bird walk is sched- project featuring a maintenance project at the uled from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at Croton Point Park preserve. Bring work gloves; hand tools will be in Croton-on-Hudson. Bring binoculars and join To join the Exchange Club of Yonkers contact provided. 914-835-4466. the experts from Saw Mill River Audubon in the On Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 23 and 24, main parking lot. Beginners welcome. For more Vice-President David Tubiolo at 646-596-3375 Muscoot Farm will host an art exhibit from information, go to sawmillriveraudubon.org. PAGE 8 - WESTCHESTER’S MOST INFLUENTIAL NEWSPAPERS - Friday, September 22, 2017 Author Readings at Port Apply Now for NYS Chester-Rye Brook Library Assembly Internship A number of adult programs are sched- Alaska to regain custody of her daughter, Mon- The New York State Assembly has an- responsible for fiscal analysis of proposed leg- uled this month at the Port Chester-Rye Brook day, Sept. 25 at 7 p.m. To complicate things, nounced the application cycle for its 47th year islation and program budgets, researching and Public Library. she’s stalked by a murderer who believes she of the Assembly session internship, for the 2018 drafting bills and memos, and preparing back- Lou Del Bianco will discuss his book witnessed his crime. legislative session. Interns receive a stipend of ground papers and reports. “Out of Mount Rushmore’s Shadow,” which Get “LinkedIn” to your job search Tuesday, $5,850 for their participation in the program, If you are interested in applying and are chronicles his and his family’s 25-year journey Sept. 26 at 6 p.m. Become informed about this a full semester of academic credit, and attend an undergraduate student, apply to your col- to get his grandfather Luigi the recognition he powerful job search tool, understand its value notable issue policy forums, as well as annual lege or university according to the deadline deserves for being the chief carver of Mount and features, and learn what to put in an online mock sessions and award ceremonies. established by your school. Graduate students Rushmore, on Saturday, Sept. 23 at 2 p.m. profile and how to market yourself. Interns are expected to serve as full-time must apply directly to the Intern Committee Author Margaret Mendel will discuss her To register for these and other programs, Assembly staff researchers and policy analysts. by Nov. 1. novel “Fish Kicker,” in which Sharon Wolf must call 914-939-6710, ext.110, or visit the infor- The assignments depend upon area of study, For more information, email Deborah overcome alcoholism and homelessness in mation desk at the library. interest, experience, and the availability of Glick at [email protected] or call 518- supervision within the Assembly. Interns are 455-4704.

Learn About Divorce at the Property Records Electronic Portal system County Clerk’s in the County Clerk’s Office, which is used by Continued from Page 1 lawyers and realtors to search land records, ‘Law at the Library’ mortgages, and other important public records public office and why the county clerk seat. online. “Navigating the stormy waters of separa- process; handling custody, child support, spou- “I think that 12 years is long enough for “The system itself is dated, and not suitable tion and divorce” is the subject of the next pro- sal support and division of assets; and what to anyone to serve in one office,” he said. “The for the modern standards of desktop and mo- gram in the “Law at the Library” series present- expect from the judicial system. County Clerk’s Office needs new leadership bile browsing,” he said. “I plan on taking on an ed by the New Rochelle Bar Association and the Barbara Lerman, Esq., a family law practi- and new ideas. I want to use my experience as a initiative to improve this system with modern New Rochelle Public Library Foundation. The tioner in Westchester County, will moderate the businessman over 40 years and put it to use for software practices and responsive interfaces, panel discussion, with a question-and-answer panel of experts, which includes Charna Fuchs, the people of Westchester.” Chisholm spent 25 making it easier for you to find the information session, will take place Monday, Sept. 25 from Esq., partner in the Westchester matrimonial years at Chase Bank and 24 years in the credit you need right away.” 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the meeting room/theater of firm Fuchs and Eichen; and Lisa Boslow Dor- card processing business. The fees associated with the PREP system the library. man, Esq., principal law clerk to the Hon. John If elected, he said he would focus on mod- are passed onto customers’ bills. Chisholm sug- Professionals will answer questions on Colangelo in Westchester County Supreme ernizing the County Clerk’s Office, increasing gests he can reduce those charges on county res- topics such as how to prepare for the divorce Court. morale in the office, protecting the privacy of idents closing or buying homes, which in turn Westchester residents, and getting the public to can reduce their closing costs by a few hundred know more about the county clerk. dollars. right up until I turn off the lights and leave the “Most people in Westchester don’t real- Chisholm has been active in Westchester’s Thanks for comptroller’s office for good. ize we have a County Clerk’s Office, and don’t Republican politics for some time. He currently Continued from Page 1 “Through this letter, I am warning you to know what the office does,” said Chisholm, serves as chairman of the Somers GOP, and as cease and desist from trying to gain access to the who is running on the Republican, Indepen- chairman of Westchester’s Parks, Recreation banks that the city does business with and de- city’s bank accounts for yourself and those who dence, Conservative and Independence Party and Conservation Board. Perhaps that is why manded that you, Mayor Thomas, Corporation report directly to you and whose duties and re- lines Nov. 7. “The people need to know more he was recently the subject of a front-page Council Lawrence Porcari, and Management sponsibilities have absolutely nothing to do with about what the office does, and there needs to Journal News story questioning his position Services Commissioner Thomas Rajala, be al- the city’s bank accounts. Your questionable and be more outreach into every part of Westchester at the Westchester County Board of Elections. lowed to access all the city’s financial accounts. dubious actions raise serious ethical questions – from Yonkers to Yorktown.” The story found no wrongdoing, and that Ch- “These bank accounts are under the sole about your intentions.” (End of Walker letter.) Chisholm said he believes that “morale in isholm could keep his position while running custody of the City Comptroller’s Office. As the Deborah Reynolds will become the new the County Clerk’s Office is at an all-time low. for county clerk at the same time. Recent sto- chief financial officer of the City of Mount Ver- comptroller Jan 1, 2018. While serving on the “Some feel afraid and threatened about their ries by the same Journal News reporter have non, I find these demands very disturbing, as a City Council, Reynolds has also disagreed with jobs,” he said. “We need someone with the focused exclusively on allegations against Re- result of the timing and also the individuals who Thomas on a number of issues. interpersonal skills and the knowledge of soft- publicans running for office or holding office in you are seeking to provide access to taxpayers’ Next year the question in Mt. Vernon will ware to make our County Clerk’s Office one of Westchester. funds. become whether Thomas can get along with the finest in the state.” “We spoke to three party chairs, the county “While I will be leaving this office in three anyone else in city government. We certainly One of the more controversial issues that attorney and the New York State Board of Elec- months’ time, I believe it is my duty and obli- hope so, but he won’t have Maureen Walker to county clerks across New York had to deal with tions, who all determined that there was no gation to continue to protect taxpayers’ money blame any more. was the release of information on gun permit- conflict of interest,” said Chisholm. “My job holders after passage of the Secure Ammunition included looking at ways to consolidate polling and Firearms Enforcement act in 2013. Idoni places in Westchester. This was a story about complied with the law and released the names nothing, but whoever gave the reporter this Bristal at exceptional assisted living residences for more of all legal gun owners in Westchester to the made it out to look like the Russians were in- than 15 years and currently operates 11 assisted Journal News, which published the information volved in the county Board of Elections.” Continued from Page 1 living communities on Long Island. in the form of an interactive Google map. Actively campaigning throughout the The Bristal also has a community located The county clerk in Putnam County did county, Chisholm said the response to his Engel Burman Group. The company opened its in Woodcliff Lake, N.J. not comply with the order to produce the names campaign is positive. “I think people are look- first Westchester community on North Street, For more information about The Bristal at of gun permit-holders, and Chisholm said he ing for change, while others don’t know about just minutes from downtown White Plains. Armonk, call 914-432-8200 or visit www.theb- would do the same if elected county clerk in the office,” he said. “I support term limits and The Engel Burman Group has been managing ristal.com. Westchester. would ask for four years to try and implement “The release of information through an change in the County Clerk’s Office and get the interactive map of gun permit-holders enabled word out to the public. If I can’t run it better to clean water and air and a healthy environ- just about any criminal to identify where law- and streamline the office, then I won’t seek re- Both Gov. ment. The Environmental Bill of Rights passed abiding citizens kept their arms,” he said. “It election.” Continued from Page 1 the Assembly this spring but has not yet passed was inappropriate, and under no circumstances Four years ago, Idoni won re-election with the Republican-led Senate. This could be taken would I give out the personal information of the less than 53 percent of the vote, beating Somers Nov. 7, for the same reason that Evan Davis, up as part of the Constitutional Convention. citizens of Westchester County.” Town Supervisor Mary Beth Murphy by a total head of the Committee for a Constitutional “Think of the influence environmental Chisholm said he also wants to revamp of 8,900 votes. Convention, supports it: “The need for a Con- groups could have – statewide – if they came stitutional Convention is greater now. Corrup- together to get delegates into the convention tion has gotten worse.” to put on the table an Environmental Bill of ‘I have never once raised the county tax levy – Several grassroots groups have formed in Rights. Latimer Challenges not for seven straight years.’ He’s right, accord- an attempt to support a “yes” vote for Con-Con “Those communities could also benefit Continued from Page 1 ing to the county’s budget department and the and to combat the well-financed opposition to from constitutional provisions that could: New York State Comptroller’s Office. He has Con-Con, coming from the entire labor move- ■ Address the ethics problems in New rebuke from Astorino and his campaign. proposed seven budgets, all of which either kept ment, and most of the state political establish- York State. Appearing on the Fred Dicker radio show, the tax levy flat or lowered it. We rate Astorino’s ment, including Democratic Assembly Speaker ■ Distribute education money so it isn’t broadcast in Westchester on WVOX 1460 AM, claim as true.” Carl Heastie and Republican Senate Majority based on political clout. This would allow for Astorino said Latimer is uttering the same five- “George Latimer just launched a vicious Leader John Flanagan. Millions of dollars will a fairer distribution to communities in the Ad- letter work every minute in his campaign – negative campaign based on a blatant and de- be spent to try to kill Con-Con by an umbrella irondacks with less influence than, say, West- “Trump.” monstrable lie to Westchester taxpayers,” said group, which gave itself the Orwellian name of chester County. “But recently he uttered another five-letter Astorino campaign spokesman William O’Reilly. New Yorkers Against Corruption. ■ Strengthen civil-rights protections. work – ‘taxes’ – and I want to have that debate “Latimer did it because he’s been massively rais- Most newspapers across the state support Right now the provision is written to address with George Latimer,” said Astorino. “I will put ing taxes on Westchester families for 30 years Con-Con, and are willing to take the risk. race and religion only, leaving out women’s up my record against his any day on taxes. You and he’s now trying to shift the blame with gross The upstate newspaper The Adirondack and LGBT rights. don’t get any more of a typical Albany politician mistruths… Let’s be perfectly clear on this: Express, while concerned about protections for ■ Make it easier to vote. New York doesn’t than George Latimer, raising taxes all over the County Executive Rob Astorino has never once the Adirondack mountains and “green” space, allow early voting, limits circumstances in place when he was a county legislator, and chair- raised the county tax levy – for seven, going on still supports Con-Con and urge a “yes” vote, which people can vote by mail, and requires man of the BOL.” eight years now. He cut the property tax levy by 2 writing: “This November’s election may be registration 11 months in advance of a primary. Astorino gave county residents a preview of percent; it is less today than it was in 2010 when an off-year, but it’s an important one for New Consequently, New York is in the bottom five what they can expect in the county executive’s Mr. Astorino was elected, thanks to his strong fis- Yorkers. The ballot will include the question of states for voter turnout. Fewer people at the race over the next two months. “He (Latimer) cal discipline.” whether to hold a convention to make changes polls allows for control by party activists. has already chosen to take the low road, and is The annual Westchester County property tax to the New York State Constitution, a chance ■ Make it more difficult for Albany to im- totally void of ideas,” said Astorino. “The people levy was $560 million in 2010, when Astorino that comes along once every 20 years. pose costly rules on local municipalities with- of Westchester are smart, they know my record, entered office. It is $548 million today 2017. “New York State residents with ties to out careful study and public hearings. and they will certainly get to know George’s re- The Westchester County 2017 budget of the Adirondacks should be conflicted: On the “One big, broadly held fear of holding a cord. $1.8 billion is the same as it was in the 2010 bud- one hand, their State Constitution is in desper- convention is that the divisive political climate “I’m going to put up my record over these get, meaning spending in the county budget has ate need of revision – punctuated by a string in the country and voter anger could lead to un- past eight years against George’s record in the remained flat under Astorino. of corruption convictions against state leaders predictable results, perhaps undermining any Assembly and the Senate and on the County One oddity in the way in which Westchester in recent years. The changes needed to fix this number of valued parts of the constitution. Board – versus what we have done – that’s the County homeowners have their taxes assessed problem aren’t likely to come from lawmakers “Yes, there is risk. But we believe the po- race we are going to run,” continued Astorino. is the equalization rate, which attempts to level themselves through constitutional amendment. tential to strengthen environmental laws – and “It’s a campaign of facts and ideas and he can talk out communities that have full assessment versus “But while taking back control of our Con- others – outweighs the fear of losing what we about Donald Trump all he wants to… We are go- towns and villages that use partial assessment. stitution seems a desirable goal, opening the have.” (End of Ormsbee’s Adirondack Express ing to make sure the voters know that when he This results in some communities seeing their potential for harm to Article 14, which includes article.) was chair of the BOL, they ushered in the highest county taxes go up despite a 0 percent tax levy the forever-wild clause protecting the forest One of the leaders of the “Vote Yes – Con- tax increases in Westchester history. Our record increase, while other communities’ county taxes preserve in the Adirondacks and Catskills, is a Con” effort is Bill Samuels, a progressive is simple on taxes: We haven’t raised them and go down. proposition scarier to some than politicians lin- Democrat trying to inform New Yorkers on don’t plan to do so. Most people say the county Latimer’s “first shot” against Astorino drew ing their pockets with public money. Con-Con, (NYpeoplesconvention.org). Samu- is going in the right direction. This election will disbelief from some in county government, with “Still, isn’t it worth considering this op- els said that while opponents have the mil- be about having the dysfunction of Albany and some believing it shows “Latimer has nothing portunity to make badly-needed reform while lions to get a “no” vote from the public, no one Washington, D.C., or reaching across the aisle, else to run on except property taxes – an issue actually strengthening laws to protect the en- should be afraid of holding a convention. compromising and getting things done in West- that Rob has won on the past two elections. A vironment? “To run scared is the last thing you should chester.” very strange issue to choose as your first cam- “Fears that a Constitutional Convention do,” he said. “If a bully threatens you, you’ve The two best ways to judge if county prop- paign issue,” said on Democrat. would put Article 14 in jeopardy are rooted got to kick them right back.” erty taxes have risen as a result of Astorino can be Another county Democrat said Latimer in the fact that we don’t trust the system to do Two other websites that are resources to found in the county tax levy, and the total county “wanted to get the first punch in on taxes because right by us. Yet by fighting against a Constitu- learn more about Con-Con are: www.nysay- budget. The tax levy, which is used to gauge the he knows what is coming – an onslaught of tele- tional Convention we’re giving up the chance syes.org and www.newyorkconcon.info. state-mandated property tax cap, has not risen at vision ads and mailings against his record both on to change the system. If voters approve Con-Con on Nov. 7, 204 all under Astorino’s seven-plus years, according the County Board and in Albany. But the young, “In fact, a Constitutional Convention could delegates will be elected in 2018. Then the to Politifact, the independent, nonpartisan cam- anti-Trump, indivisible voters that he needs to be an opportunity to make even stronger safe- conventioneers will propose amendments that paign watchdog. come out on Election Day and vote for him don’t guards that would ensure New Yorkers the right would be put on the ballot as early as fall 2019. Here’s what Politifact wrote: “Astorino said, really care about property taxes.” Friday, September 22, 2017 - WESTCHESTER’S MOST INFLUENTIAL NEWSPAPERS - PAGE 9 Martinelli Earns Lifetime Jewish Leadership Reception Achievement Award Draws a Large Crowd

From left are former Mayors Phil Amicone, Gerald Loehr, honoree Angelo Martinelli and Mayor Mike Spano. Photo by Donna Davis. Former Yonkers Mayor Angelo Martinelli complishments under his leadership in the 1980s was honored for his lifetime of service to the city including: getting the Metropolitan Transportation last week when he was presented with the Lifetime Authority to fund the restoration of the historic Achievement Award by Mayor Mike Spano. The Yonkers Train Station, and also getting Amtrak honor for Martinelli came on his 90th birthday, and to include Yonkers as a stop; revitalized the Yon- a large number of guests including former elected kers Industrial Development agency and in his six officials and family gathered at the Unity Fountain years in the 1980s, issuing more than $200 mil- outside City Hall to pay tribute. lion in bonds to bring new business to Yonkers and Martinelli was born the Bronx in 1927 and help existing Yonkers businesses to expand (such lived in Mt. Vernon until 1960, when he moved as the two ShopRite supermarkets and expansion to Yonkers where he has spent the past 57 years. of Robert Martin Executive Park on Executive Martinelli served in the Army in 1945-46, and was Boulevard); reviving the Yonkers Marathon; and honorably discharged with the rank of sergeant. laying the groundwork for today’s waterfront de- He worked in the family business, the Yon- velopment. kers Daily Times, after returning from the war. In In addition, he helped save the Putnam Rail 1948, he bought Gazette Press, and in 1949 mar- Line from being sold off piecemeal, thereby pre- ried the love of his life, Carol. serving the last open corridor in Westchester In 1974, Martinelli began his political ca- County. With precious time on the “abandonment” From left are Lisa Roberts, president of Westchester Jewish Council; Oshra Rosenberg of reer by being elected Yonkers mayor for the first clock, Martinelli met with then-County Executive Westchester Jewish Community Shlicha; Ambassador Dani Dayan of The Consul General of Israel in New York; and Ofek Harel of Westchester Jewish Community Shinshinim. time. He served six terms (1974 to 1979 and 1982 Al DelBello in early 1982 to take the steps to stop to 1987) – longer than any mayor in Yonkers his- Conrail from selling off the old Putnam Division of tory. After his service as mayor, Martinelli began a the New York Central, known as the old “Put.” In More than 150 leaders in Westchester’s Jew- Lisa Roberts, president of the Westches- long stretch of continued service in Yonkers, which 1991, the county acquired the entire line, which is ish community joined the Westchester Jewish ter Jewish Council, summed up the evening by earned him a reputation as an effective and forceful now today’s South County Trailway. Council in kicking off a new Jewish year by wel- saying: “The Jewish community model we have advocate. In 1975-76, when the “Sugar House” was to coming Ambassador Dani Dayan, The Consul helped to foster in Westchester is unique. We One of his great accomplishments is helping be put up for sale and its future unsure, at the 11th General of Israel in New York, Temple, on Sept. 7. have learned to work together and to share and to reactivate the Yonkers Police Athletic League, hour he saved one of Yonkers’ biggest and most The program included a report by County learn from one another as we continue to strive with the help of former Chief of Police William historic employers – cobbling together a group in Executive Robert Astorino and served as an up- to make Westchester an ever more vibrant and Polsen. In 1983, when it looked like the city was investors including the Canadian sugar firm Tate date on community matters for the leadership of thriving Jewish community.” about to close down the PAL, Martinelli and State and Lyle to buy the business and invest millions in the Westchester Jewish Council’s 160-member The Westchester Jewish Council connects Sen. John Flynn formed a new PAL Board of Di- capital expansion to modernize. organizations, and local elected officials. Asto- Westchester’s Jewish communities and strength- rectors to help raise the funds needed to save this “You informed the thinking of many in Yon- rino shared greetings and wishes for a happy Jew- ens relationships among 160 Jewish organizations group, which is still vibrant today, with Martinelli kers and beyond, for the better,” said Pepe. “You ish new year (Rosh Hashanah, which began Sept. and other ethnic and faith-based groups, elected serving as the PAL board chairman emeritus. changed the landscape of the City of Yonkers. You 20. Dayan spoke about the latest news from Israel, officials, Israel, and the community-at-large. For Phil Pepe, who served in the Martinelli ad- changed the landscape of Westchester County. You including an update on matters relating to Dias- more information, visit www.wjcouncil.org or ministration in Yonkers, recalled some of the ac- did a heck of job, Mr. Mayor.” pora Jewry. call 914-328-7001.

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Westchester Community College’s fi rst honors class.

Westchester Community College has ex- ture critical thinking and independent, in-depth panded its honors off erings to include a new exploration of meaningful concepts and current Honors College. Th e fi rst cohort of 18 students issues, students may enjoy co-curricular oppor- (the maximum enrollment) was welcomed to the tunities such as participation in summer study college during a special ceremony Sept. 6, during abroad at Cambridge University in England and which these scholars received new laptops. the ability to contribute to academic publica- Th e newly created Honors College allows tions, attend conferences/symposia, complete top-performing high school graduates to com- internships, and take advantage of numerous plete a two-year honors-designated associate leadership and applied learning options. degree in an academically challenging environ- For three decades, WCC has off ered indi- ment. Th ese students will be individually men- vidual honors classes through its Honors Pro- Th e Picture House Regional Film Center will Th e fi lm premiered at the 2017 Tribeca tored until they graduate and will be encouraged gram. However, this is the fi rst time it is giving host an advance screening of “Abundant Acre- Film Festival, where the jury awarded it the “best to transfer to renowned four-year universities for the students the option of a full Honors College. age Available” starring Amy Ryan, Terry Kinney, screenplay in a U.S. narrative feature fi lm” prize two additional years of bachelor’s degree studies. Th e longstanding Honors Program, which con- Max Gail, Francis Guinan and Steve Coulter, on and critics praised Ryan’s performance as her All students are given textbook stipends, sists of individual classes, will continue to be of- Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 7:30 p.m., followed by a “best in a decade.” Th e Westchester exclusive pre- laptops, and full tuition coverage subject to any fered to other students. discussion with director/writer Angus MacLach- miere at TPH takes place two days in advance of fi nancial aid they have received. Th e Honors College is funded by the lan led by TPH’s critic-in-residence Marshall Fine. the fi lm’s theatrical debut Sept. 29. “Th e opening of this new Honors College Westchester Community College Foundation Th e fi lm is executive produced by Martin Fine will moderate a discussion and ques- has its roots in our strong tradition of academic through a gift from an anonymous donor. Scorsese, who became interested in MacLachlan’s tion-and-answer session with MacLachlan, who rigor and student engagement,” said Dr. Belinda Th e full list of Honors College students in- work aft er seeing his promising debut feature, is a writer/director best known for his work with Miles, WCC president, at the ceremony. “Th is cludes: Prince Ababio, originally from Ghana “Goodbye to All Th at,” which premiered at the “Junebug” (a nominee for the Independent Spirit makes Westchester Community College a desti- now living in Yonkers; Paula Abila of Croton- Tribeca Film Festival in 2014. Award, “best fi rst screenplay” and “best support- nation of fi rst choice to many students going on on-Hudson; Juan De Jesus Manzarron Benitez “Abundant Acreage Available” tells the story ing actress” Academy Award), “Stone,” and “For- to college. It showcases the college as an institu- of White Plains; Jamila Desir of Peekskill; Isatou of a family in fl ux. Still reeling over the recent troligheten” (winner of “best screenplay” at the tion of high academic quality and standards, and Dukureh, originally from Gambia now living death of their father, brother and sister Jesse and 2013 Shanghai International Film Festival). recognizes our faculty who share research and in the Bronx; Nancy Elsohafy, originally from Tracy (Kinney and Ryan) are attempting to settle MacLachlan directed and wrote “Goodbye experiences with our students.” Egypt now living in Ossining; Daniella Glade of into their new lives in his absence. Th eir quiet to All Th at,” which premiered at the 2014 Tribeca She noted that for many of these students, Yonkers; Julia Guyon of Cortland Manor; Fred- and simple existence is unexpectedly disrupted by Film Festival (winner of “best actor”). the two-year degree will be the start of their ef- ric Jones of Peekskill; John Kelley of Mount Kis- the sudden arrival of three mysterious brothers, Tickets to the special screening and discus- fort to gain an advanced education as they pur- co; Gabriella Liriano of Cortland Manor; Lucas camping on their land and possessing a surprising sion are free to Picture House members, or $15 sue future degrees and enter careers as profes- McCauley of Carmel; Alondra Ochoa, originally connection to their family farm. for general admission and for $12 students and sionals in health care, law, and other fi elds. from Mexico now living in New Rochelle; Ca- Th e two sets of siblings are set on a direct col- seniors. Th ey are available at www.thepicture- Th e Honors College faculty consists of leb Peddie of Mount Vernon; Brianna Penzo of lision course that will change all of their lives, for house.org or at the box offi ce, 175 Wolfs Lane, award-winning, caring professors. In addition to Amawalk; Sasha Rodriguez of Yonkers; Kenneth better or for worse. Pelham. intellectually engaging courses designed to nur- Sandoval of Yonkers; and Amy Tovar of Yonkers. Eastchester’s Sept. 11 Memorial Service

Eastchester Supervisor Anthony S. Colavita, right, remembering those lost from Eastchester, left, on Sept. 11, 2001.

Supervisor Anthony S. Colavita conduct- Hall, joined by residents, elected offi cials, At 8:46 a.m., a moment of silence was ob- of Town Hall. Th e clock was rededicated by ed the Town of Eastchester’s 16th annual Sept. community leaders, veterans, local clergy, served to commemorate the fi rst plane hitting members of the Eastchester Rotary Club. 11 memorial ceremony in the lobby of Town town employees, and members of the fi re and the World Trade Center. State Sen. George Th e Town of Eastchester has illuminated police departments, as well as EVAC. Latimer shared his thoughts and Command- nine candles, one for each of its lost residents: Th e Rev. Carl Maiello, chaplain of the er Robert Foster of VFW Post 2285 encour- Ronald Bucca, Mary Caufi eld, Th omas Fitz- Eastchester police and fi re departments, aged political leaders to put aside politics and patrick, Michael McHugh, Dennis Moroney, gave the invocation; former county legislator work together to fi ght terrorism. Maiello said Diana O’Connor, Edward Ryan, Th omas and distinguished veteran Vito Pinto led the a closing prayer, and the crowd then moved Shubert and Jeff rey Walz. Th e candles and a Pledge of Allegiance; and Colavita refl ected to the newly refurbished Eastchester Rotary plaque with these names remained for nine on the events of that day. Club’s Sept. 11 memorial clock on the grounds days on the mantle in the Town Hall lobby.

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