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JOCELYN’S LISTINGS SELL FASTER AND FOR A HIGHER PRICE THAN THE REST OF THE MARKET.

Jocelyn ranks in the Top 1% of all Westchester County Realtors. 50% of Jocelyn’s listings sell in under 20 days and also sell for more money with an average list/sale price ratio of 106%.

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Source: HGMLS, 1/1/19-12/31/19, total dollar volume of single family homes sold by Houlihan Lawrence agent, New Rochelle school district; 1/1/19-12/31/19, total dollar volume of single family homes sold by company, New Rochelle school district. Top 1%: According to the HGAR, there are approximately 6500 members located in Westchester County on an annual basis. Jocelyn ranks #53 and in the Top 1% in Westchester County by all properties sold, total dollar volume, 2019. The NRP Group Breaks Ground continued from page 1 Rabies Alert in New Rochelle to serve more needy children The Renaissance at Lincoln and improved clubhouse,” said The Westchester Coun- before symptoms develop, and alert local authorities and families and amplify its im- Park will enhance economic Councilwoman Yadira Ramos- ty Department of Health the treatment is fully effec- to avoid possible exposure pact. The new facility will in- activity along the Lincoln Av- Herbert. “Members of District is alerting residents that a tive. Once symptoms occur, to rabies. Residents are also clude a gym, basketball court, enue corridor, improve access 3 are thrilled with the afford- black stray kitten that was the disease is fatal. advised to keep their trash recording studio, demonstra- to quality housing for families able, high-quality housing that caught on Mount Joy Place The health department can lids securely sealed and tion kitchen, administrative and help build a brighter and will be located right in the between Chauncey Avenue used robo-calls to notify avoid leaving pet food out- offices, and generously-sized stronger future for New Ro- heart of the Lincoln Avenue and Coligni Avenue in New nearby residents. doors. rooms designed for work and chelle.” Corridor. My heartfelt thanks Rochelle on December 8, was “Stay alert and closely Any physical contact play. “The Remington club- to everyone who had a hand in confirmed to be rabid. supervise children and pets with a wild or unfamiliar New York State Homes house has always been a very making this project possible.” The kitten bit an em- when outside,” said Health animal should be reported and Community Renewal neighborhood-centric space “I could not have asked for ployee at the New Rochelle Commissioner Sherlita Am- to a health care provider. Commissioner RuthAnne Vis- that community members a better retirement gift then Humane Society on De- ler, MD. “To protect yourself All animal bites or contacts nauskas said: “With 179 af- feel a tremendous sense of having one of the crown jewels cember 10. It was brought and your pets, make sure with animals suspected of fordable and energy-efficient pride and ownership over,” of all of our projects become a to the shelter by a resident your pets’ rabies vaccines are having rabies must be re- homes, The Renaissance at said Lutonya Russell-Humes, reality,” said Luiz Aragon, Com- who had been caring for the up to date.” ported to the Westches- Lincoln Park furthers Gover- executive director of the Boys missioner of Development for sick kitten. The employee is Unusual behavior may ter County Department of nor Cuomo’s ambitious five- & Girls Club of New Rochelle. the City of New Rochelle. “This being treated for rabies ex- be the first sign of rabies in Health at (914) 813-5000, 24 year, $20 billion housing plan “The clubhouse is definitely is such an important project posure and the resident is an animal. A rabid animal hours a day. to bring new affordable hous- due for an upgrade, and we for the community and by being evaluated for rabies may become either abnor- Keeping pet rabies ing to communities across the look forward to the new, larger the community that will truly exposure. mally aggressive or unusu- vaccinations up to date is state. Our investment in this space that will let us bring in make a difference in creating Anyone who believes ally tame. It may lose fear of also important for protec- new development includes even more of the community new affordable housing oppor- they, their children or their people and become excited tion against rabies. New the construction of a brand and build on the generational tunities, more youth services pet may have had contact and irritable, or, conversely York State law requires new, state-of-the-art home investment of the community and a shared value in a building with this kitten between De- appear particularly passive dogs, cats and ferrets to be for the Boys and Girls Club, into this space.” a better and brighter New Ro- cember 2 and December 8 is and lethargic. Staggering vaccinated against rabies an organization that provides “The Boys and Girls Club chelle. Congratulations to The encouraged to call the West- and frothing at the mouth and receive regular booster such an important service to of New Rochelle is an essen- Renaissance at Lincoln Park on chester County Department are sometimes noted. shots. For more informa- the city’s youth. Together with tial institution to the children the virtual groundbreaking.” of Health at 914-813-5000 to Residents who see a tion, go to www.westches- the Governor’s Downtown Re- and families in District 3, and https://www.youtube. assess the need for lifesav- stray or wild animal act- tergov.com/health or call vitalization Initiative award, we are thrilled to see a new com/watch?v=Qabto9ZMjj8 ing rabies treatment. When ing strangely should avoid the RABIES INFOLINE at administered early enough, contact with the animal (914) 813-5010.

New Rochelle Review • January 2021 • Page 3 • www.newrochellereview.com Long-Time New Rochelle Residents Deborah Two New Agents Join Houlihan Baumohl and Valerie Vanadia Join Houlihan Lawrence's New Rochelle Brokerage Lawrence’s New Rochelle Office Houlihan Lawrence has announced that Ben Burton and Houlihan Lawrence has announced that Deborah Baumohl Zack Morris have joined the company as agents for the New Ro- and Valerie Vanadia -- both former agents of Houlihan Law- chelle brokerage. rence – have returned to the firm as agents at its New Rochelle Burton’s real estate experience includes having worked brokerage. with developers Westrock Development and Alfred Weissman Baumohl, who has been in the real estate business since Real Estate. Growing up with a father who is a New York City 2001, was most recently with the Scarsdale office of Douglas real estate attorney and a mother who is a top-ranking West- Elliman. A licensed Realtor since 2001, Baumohl worked in real chester Realtor, Burton has been immersed in the real estate estate sales in Palm Beach from 2009-2012 during which she world. In fact, he got his real estate license at the age of 18. gained first-hand knowledge of retirement communities and Burton will be working with the Jocelyn Burton Team at waterfront properties. While with Houlihan Lawrence, Bau- Houlihan Lawrence, which is headed by his mother Jocelyn mohl was a top producer awarded Houlihan Lawrence Silver Burton who is the number one agent in the New Rochelle office. & Gold Designations. A resident of New Rochelle, Baumohl is Burton, who is a licensed real estate salesperson, is a member a member of the New Rochelle of Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors (HGAR), National Chamber of Commerce. Prior Association of Realtors to her real estate career, she (NAR), New York State worked in promotional market- of Realtors (NYSAR) and ing for 22 years. One Key MLS. A resi- Ben Burton dent of New Rochelle, Vanadia, who has spent Deborah Baumohl seven and a half years in real es- Burton is a graduate of New York University. tate, started her career with Houlihan Lawrence’s New Rochelle Morris, who was born and raised in New Rochelle, office and later worked for Sotheby’s in Irvington and most re- was previously a sales assistant with The HES Group in cently with Douglas Elliman in Armonk and Scarsdale. During Marlboro, NJ. Prior to that he worked as a baseball coach her time with Houlihan Lawrence she earned a Silver Award for and instructor for A Game Sports in New Rochelle. Mor- sales. Prior to her career in real estate, Vanadia spent more than ris, who is a licensed real estate salesperson, will be 20 years working at advertising agencies including Young and working with the Jocelyn Burton Team at Houlihan Law- Rubicam and Grey Healthcare Group. She lives in New Rochelle, rence. where she was born and raised. She is a member of the New Ro- Morris, a resident of New Rochelle, is a member of chelle Chamber of Commerce Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors (HGAR), Na- “We are simply delighted to have Deborah and Valerie, two tional Association of Realtors (NAR), New York State of Valerie Vanadia long-time residents of New Rochelle, returning to our New Ro- Realtors (NYSAR) and One Key MLS. chelle office. With their many years of real estate experience For more information visit: http://www.houlihan- and extensive knowledge and understanding of New Rochelle and the Sound Shore communi- lawrence.com ties, they are a valuable addition to our sales team,” said Michelina Arminio, brokerage manager Zack Morris of the New Rochelle office. Attorney General James Issues Alert to Protect New Yorkers from Coronavirus Vaccine Scams New York Attorney General cancer or heart disease). New (WHO). They may also offer to may only charge an adminis- you have doubt about whether Letitia James issued an alert to York has not yet announced a ship a COVID-19 vaccine directly tration fee. However, in many a vaccine or clinical trial is real, warn New Yorkers about poten- definitive timeline for distribu- to homes, provide special access instances, you likely will not be check with a licensed healthcare tial scams offering early access to tion of a COVID-19 vaccine to to vaccines or clinical trials, or required to pay the adminis- provider. For all up-to-date infor- a coronavirus disease 2019 (CO- any of these later groups. sell special cold storage device tration fee. mation pertaining to COVID-19 VID-19) vaccine. While New York “We must remain vigilant for vaccines. • You can’t pay to put your name vaccine approval and distribution has begun the process of vacci- about potential scams and en- Here are some tips to help on a list to get the vaccine or to in New York, please visit: https:// nating nursing home residents, sure New Yorkers know the lat- New Yorkers avoid vaccine-re- get into a vaccine clinical trial. covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov. In- nursing home staff who regularly est information regarding the lated scams: • If you get an e-mail about a dividuals may contact the New interact with patients, and high- COVID-19 vaccine. At this time, • Be wary of anyone calling or COVID-19 vaccine or clinical York State COVID-19 Hotline at risk medical workers, the vaccine there is no government-autho- emailing you with offers of a trial, check the sender’s email 888-364-3065 for all COVID-19 will not become widely available rized vaccine available to the vaccine and do not give out domain to make sure it match- related questions. to the general public in New York general population in New York,” your Social Security number, es the website of the organiza- The OAG continues to surveil for several more months. said Attorney General James. personal credit card, or bank tion sending the e-mail and be and monitor the state for potential Consistent with federal “Throughout this pandemic, account information. No one wary of clicking on any hyper- scams designed to exploit public guidelines, New York plans to scammers have found ways to vic- Attorney General Letitia James from a vaccine distributor, links or providing any login or concern related to the COVID-19 offer vaccines next to long-term timize the public, with the vaccine calls, e-mails, or texts individu- health care company, or pri- other personal information. pandemic. Scammers commonly care residents and staff and distribution process being their als offering access to a COVID-19 vate insurance company will The Food and Drug Ad- exploit real public health concerns other healthcare workers, then latest method for fraud. My office vaccine. In addition, some indi- ask for this information. ministration (FDA) has autho- and use heightened public fear to certain essential workers, and remains committed to rooting out viduals may seek to use online • If you have health insurance, rized two COVID-19 vaccines for to prey on consumers and profit finally to members of the general COVID-19 scams, and I encourage platforms with similar schemes. you should not need to pay emergency use so far. The Pfizer/ from frauds related to those health population, beginning with the the public to report suspected ille- Scammers may impersonate anything out of pocket to get BioNTech’s vaccine is authorized fears. If a consumer believes they people at highest risk for severe gal activity to my office.” public health officials from - or the vaccine while the pan- for use in individuals 16 years of have been the victim of an unlaw- COVID-19 symptoms (such as The Office of Attorney ganizations such as the Center demic remains a public health age and older, while the Mod- ful activity, they can report these those over 65 years old or with General (OAG) continues to warn for Disease Control (CDC) or emergency. If you don’t have erna vaccine is authorized for incidents to the OAG. underlying health conditions like New Yorkers of anyone who the World Health Organization health insurance, the provider use in individuals 18 and older. If New Rochelle Review • January 2021 • Page 4 • www.newrochellereview.com Students Explore Telehealth and Addiction, Understanding Epilepsy The students in This past summer, un- potential correlation the the collected knowledge New Rochelle High able to report to the lab protein has with epilepsy. of a condition that is dif- School’s Science Re- in person because of CO- Science has always ficult to control. There is search Program explore VID-19, she studied images been Gonzalez’s favor- no cure; medication helps a dazzling range of top- her mentor sent, this time ite subject. In college, she suppress the seizures. ics under the mentor- counting instances of IL- plans to major in it, likely Gonzalez is glad that ship of professional 1beta, another protein. She with a medical focus. Her her research “helps our scientists from some continues to work with her work in the Science Re- understanding a bit bet- of the top institutions mentor to determine what search Program adds to ter,” she said. of learning and explo- ration. Each week in this column, we’ll learn Bond Resolutions Presented at New about two students’ activities. In January, Rochelle City Council RLM researchers in grades Hayden Roberge Fatima Gonzalez 4 through 8, many of them mentored by the high meditation practices for dividuals who may expe- school students, will pres- opioid abusers. The latter rience more pain-related ent their research in the was found to be extremely concerns and require dif- second annual Research important in helping trial ferent treatment options Fair. participants with chronic to combat the complex in- pain, Roberge noted. terplay of pain and opioid Hayden Roberge, Senior “We isolated patients use,” added Roberge. Mentor: Dr. Kathlene who identified with opi- Tracy and Leah Wachtel oid-use disorders and Fatima Gonzalez, senior at the Tracy Laboratory of chronic pain to determine Mentor: Dr. Libor Velisek, Psychosocial Processes in baseline differences within New York Medical College Addiction, Icahn School of the population, and ob- in Valhalla Medicine at Mount Sinai served the effects of the Fatima Gonzalez’s re- The COVID-19 pan- behavioral treatment on search helped develop a demic has helped spotlight the opioid use of the sub- better understanding of online health resources set,” said Roberge. epilepsy, which afflicts such as telehealth ap- The data analyzed one in 26 people. Over the pointments and virtual by Roberge and her team past two summers, Gonza- counseling. But, as Hayden were taken prior to the lez examined the brains of Roberge has found, web- spread of COVID-19, which epileptic rats vs. non-epi- based clinical treatment has exacerbated the opi- leptic rats looking for the isn’t new. Roberge and her oid epidemic in the United presence of certain pro- mentors identified key States. Her findings have teins to determine their information such as the long-term implications. impact. role demographics play in “From this study, we In the summer of 2019, the success of such treat- learned that there are de- Gonzalez examined two ments, as well as the par- mographic differences be- specific regions of the ticular drugs that were tween drug users regard- brains for the presence BY STEPHEN E. LIPKEN cost of $1,000,000. ing bonds in principal amount found to have the most ing recreational drug use of Interleukin 17 (IL-17). Bonds in amount of of $12,700,000 to finance Mayor Noam Bramson positive impact as a result. and psychiatric symptoms Working in a laboratory $7,280,000 for: a) Various im- various facilities for Depart- outlined four Bond Resolu- Roberge has spent the that need to be addressed at New York Medical Col- provements to Hudson Park, ment of Public Works within tions at the Tuesday, De- past few months working in substance-abuse treat- lege in Valhalla, she sliced estimated at $4,000,000; the City: a) Acquisition of cember 8 New Rochelle City alongside her mentors, ments in the future,” she the rat brains and stained b) Partial reconstruction of land for a Public Works fa- Council Regular Legisla- Dr. Kathlene Tracy and said. them with an immunohis- City-owned marina dock cility at Beechwood Avenue, tive Meeting (RLM), begin- Leah Wachtel, at the Tracy In addition to demo- tochemistry (IHC) process parking structure, estimated estimated cost $1,500,000; ning with the issuance of Laboratory of Psychosocial graphic differences such to make the IL-17 identifi- at $3,000,000 to be financed b) Site improvements and $2,100,000 for: a) Reconstruc- Processes in Addiction. as race and age, Roberge able. by 1) bonds authorized at equipment for DPW facil- tion of Carpenters Pool Dam She analyzed data from found that when a drug “Once I did that, I used $2,000,000; 2) $300,000 ity at Beechwood Avenue at estimated maximum cost a 2003 clinical trial that called Benzodiazepines the microscope to take bonds previously autho- Organic Yard, $5,000,000; of $450,000; b) Replacement tested the effectiveness of was used by trial partici- pictures of different brain rized on January 15, 2020; 3) c) Construction of new fuel- of traffic signal structures, a web-based psychosocial pants, drug use signifi- regions,” she said. $200,000 bonds previously ing station at Cliff Street site, $250,000; c) Various park treatment on substance- cantly decreased after a She found that the authorized on December 16, estimated at $2,000,000; d) improvements at Twin Lake use disorders. period of virtual counsel- prevalence of IL-17 cor- 2019, and 4) any additional Construction, fit-out and Park, estimated at $150,000; The study focused on ing. related with a lack of sei- bonds which may be autho- equipping of a DPW facility at d) Traffic calming improve- web-based treatments, “This study is to help zures. rized by Council; c) Phase II 70 Nardozzi Place, estimated ments, including traffic signs including individual ther- to inform the discussion “That means IL-17 is a of reconstruction of Hudson $400,000,000; e) Replace- and speed bumps, $150,000; apy sessions, group ther- on web-based treatments beneficial protein to have Park Bathhouse, estimated ment heating oil tank, esti- e) Acquisition of vehicles for apy sessions and mindful- for opioid-dependent in- within the brain,” she said. maximum cost $1,000,000; d) mated at $200,000. maintenance purposes, each Reconstruction of retaining Finally, authorized is- item costing over $30,000, wall at City Hall, estimated at suance of bonds in principal www.newrochellereview.com estimated maximum cost $200,000. amount of $28,115,000 for $100,000; f) Reconstruction Bond Resolution dated sewer and drainage improve- of roads, estimated maximum December 8, 2020 authoriz- ments. New Rochelle Review • January 2021 • Page 5 • www.newrochellereview.com Virtual and “Live” Calendar of Events The inauguration and swearing-in ceremony for incoming Westchester County District Attorney Miriam “Mimi” E. Rocah will be virtual 11am EST COVID Alert NY is New York Monday, January 4, 2021 live from the DA’s office Press Room located State’s official Exposure No- on the 3rd floor of the Westchester County Courthouse - 111 Dr. Martin tification App. This is a free Luther King Jr Blvd. in White Plains. Former US Attorney Preet Bharara smartphone app available will administer the oath of office, followed by remarks from Rocah on to anyone 18+ who lives policy and office reforms she plans to implement on day one under and/or works in New York. her administration. The live stream will be hosted on the DA’s official The app uses Bluetooth Facebook page FB.com/WestchesterDA.NY. technology — not location data — to quickly alert users if they have been in close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19. Once alerted, users can quickly protect themselves and others by self- quarantining, contacting their physician and getting tested. Tuesday, January 26 – 6:30 to 7:30pm Adoption: Everything You Need to Know FREE Information Session ZOOM conference meeting This free event is open to anyone interested in or involved with the adoption process, including professionals, community members, expectant parents, adoptive parents, and adoptees. Come and join us to learn about the domestic adoption process and meet the staff of Forever Families Through Adoption. For more information please contact us at adopt@foreverfamilies- throughadoption.org or 914-939-1180.

January 5 at 7pm Hosted by the Westchester Italian Cultural Center ACQUA ALTA, THE HIGH WATER OF VENICE Presented by Toni McKeen About the webinar: Venice... the “city on water.” This enchanting city is unfortunately also known for it’s flooding. Toni will explain what causes the waters to rise, how the city is trying to deal with the problem, the damage being done, and some amazing of before and after photos from her many trips to the city. To register, visit https://wiccny.webinarninja.com/ live-webinars/642401/register

Pelham Art Center Faculty Exhibition 2021 January 9, 2021 - January 23, 2021 155 Fifth Avenue, Pelham This annual exhibition features new work in a variety of mediums by the Art Center’s distinguished instructors. Exhibited artwork ranges from drawings and oil paintings to ceramics and collage. This exhibition provides a great opportunity to collect original art from established Bronxville Public Library artists, and to view the diverse expertise that instructors Monday, January 25, 7-8pm impart in the classes at Pelham Art Center. Bill Graham and the Rock & Roll Revolution Get ready to rock! Dive into the life and times of Bill Graham, the legendary Pelham Art Center instructors are professional artists in music impresario behind the biggest names in rock & roll—including the their associated media. They are not only artists but also Grateful Dead, Jimi Hendrix, Santana, and the Rolling Stones. This interac- curators, collectors, entrepreneurs, scholars, and com- tive virtual presentation of our exhibition tells the thrilling story of how a child munity pillars who have kindled creativity in thousands refugee from Nazi Germany became one of the most influential concert of students. Many are graduates of premier fine arts promoters of all time. Explore psychedelic posters, oral history audio clips, programs, hold prestigious awards and apprenticeships, and rare backstage photographs with a New-York Historical docent. and have been widely exhibited nationally and interna- This is a Zoom event in collaboration with The New York Historical Society tionally. Since its founding in 1970, Pelham Art Center Museum and other Westchester libraries. To register, visit https://us02web. teaching artists have nurtured the creative potential of zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0ld-2pqjojGNyEV0C1O7JbV6q4BHigzgzQ students of all levels.

Meet the Artists and Learn About Winter Classes at Our Opening Receptions (Free and Open to All!) In-Gallery: Saturday, January 9th 1:00-4:00PM Virtual: Thursday, January 14th 5:00PM on Zoom

New Rochelle Review • January 2021 • Page 6 • www.newrochellereview.com “A GENUINELY HAPPY PERSON IS ONE WHO HAS RENDERED OTHERS HAPPY.” DAISAKU IDEKA

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Westchester County’s Covid-19 Memorial Moves Indoors for Winter Westchester County has moved the Ribbons of Re- membrance, a memorial dedicated to those lost to Covid-19, from Lenoir Preserve in Yon- kers to the main floor of the Michaelian Of- fice Building in White Plains. County Executive George Latimer said: “The Covid-19 pandemic has taken a toll on us all. We have lost family, friends and neighbors, and we were not able to mourn them properly. Lenoir Preserve provided us with a quiet place to reflect and pay tribute to those who are no longer with us. As we being to see snow, we must move the display indoors to protect it from the weather.” Visitors can still view the rope structure and ribbons collected from surrounding trees in the display case next to the entrance of the Department of Human Resources. Ribbons are available for those who have recently lost a loved one and are interested in adding their name to the memorial. The Michaelian Office Building is open to the public Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Commissioner of Westchester County Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation Kathy O’Connor said: “When this idea was developed, we were honored to have the memorial at Lenoir. Our conservation division has done an outstanding job with this project, and has ensured our residents will continue to have access to the memorial throughout the winter months.”

New Rochelle Review • January 2021 • Page 7 • www.newrochellereview.com Year After Year We Are Here, There, and Everywhere...

2020 taught us all that our homes are so much more than simply where we live. We learned that beneath those roofs and within those walls is everything that we ever need. Because all we need is each other and all we need is our health.

From our homes to yours, we wish you a peaceful, happy and above all else, a healthy 2021.

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Fosina, MPH, FACHE, a containment zone around a president of NewYork-Presbyterian synagogue that became the first Lawrence Hospital, and senior vice epicenter of COVID-19 in the president, NewYork-Presbyterian, Eastern United States. has been named chairman of the Peter Cantone a business- American College of Healthcare man and entrepreneur from Executives (ACHE) for 2020-2021. New Rochelle saw what was Fosina assumed the role as chair- happening. man earlier last year. He previously “I knew I could find a bet- served as chairman-elect. ter way to fight the pandemic, “I’m honored to assume the protect people and save the ACHE chair at such a critical time in economy of Westchester and Dennis Berberich (left) and Peter Cantone our nation’s healthcare history,” said beyond,” said Cantone. Fosina, a resident of New Rochelle. To achieve this goal Can- infectant solution. In addition, sional sports teams and facilities “In addition to the severe challenges tone and business partners and the new machines are durable, operators have taken interest in we face from the pandemic, we con- Pelham residents Dennis Ber- very powerful and fast, making Pandemic Solutions’ equipment tinue to confront unresolved soci- berich who serves as Executive them cost-effective for regu- because it is cost-effective to etal issues such as health disparities, Vice-President and Philip Pater- lar use. The hydrogen peroxide use for disinfecting large arenas, the uninsured and the fiscal sustain- ra, officially launched Pandemic mixture, unlike harsh chemicals theaters and stadiums. Cantone ability of Medicare and Medicaid. Solutions (www.pandemicsolu- used to clean homes and build- and Berberich recently dem- We have also entered an era of rapid tions.net) in May of 2020. ings, is safe to be around for onstrated of multiple devices change, so I look forward to working Michael J. Fosina, MPH, FACHE Using his experience and long periods of time. It also does for the Sacramento Kings NBA with my colleagues to develop solu- knowledge from owning a spray not cause harm when inhaled or Basketball team. Their equip- tions and strategies that allow our institutions to thrive in the future.” foam insulation and equip- if it comes into contact with the ment also received rave reviews Fosina is a long-time member of the NewYork-Presbyterian executive ment supply business Cantone skin or eyes. from Major League Baseball and team. In addition to his service to ACHE, Fosina is an advisory board member searched for the right equip- Over the summer with other professional sports teams for the University of Delaware, College of Health Sciences; a member of the ment. He was familiar with VSE, Pandemic Solutions began as well as entertainment facility board of trustees for Silvercrest Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation; and many spraying devices and to offer equipment and their management entities. a board member for LiveOn NY (Council of Senior Centers) and the Business equipment and he knew that disinfection solution to schools, Pandemic Solutions offers Council of Westchester. He is also an active Fellow in the New York Academy of there was safer and smarter churches, hospitals and of- a line of highly effectives spray- Medicine, and he was a Health and Aging Policy Fellow from 2011 to 2013, and a way to quickly disperse dis- fice buildings in Westchester ers ranging from the hand-held Congressional Fellow from 2011 to 2012. infectants. Unfortunately, in and the greater New York area. VSE Held Magnum, and the Fosina received his master’s degree in public health from Columbia Uni- March and April, such spray- Pandemic Solutions machines high-tech VSE ProPack back- versity Mailman School of Public Health and a Bachelor of Science degree from ing equipment was not read- are currently being used by pack unit to the VSE CK Mini the University of Delaware. ily available in the USA. New the Archdiocese of New York and the VSE Storm High Vol- The American College of Healthcare Executives is an international profes- equipment from abroad would in churches and schools, Holy ume Sprayer that can cover over sional society of more than 48,000 healthcare executives who lead hospitals, take months if not longer to ar- Family and other churches in 600,000 square feet per hour. healthcare systems and other healthcare organizations. ACHE’s mission is to rive because of the pandemic’s Westchester, private schools, As the COVID-19 pandem- advance our members and healthcare management excellence. ACHE offers its impact on supply chains. the New Rochelle YMCA, Cal- ic continues to cause spikes in prestigious FACHE® credential, signifying board certification in healthcare Cantone, Berberich and vary Hospital in The Bronx and new infections it is clear that management. ACHE’s established network of 77 chapters provides access to Paterra looked for a domestic a large school bus company that new disinfection approaches networking, education and career development at the local level. In addition, solution. They connected with serves special needs students in are needed across the nation. ACHE is known for its magazine, Healthcare Executive, and its career develop- a colleague in Alabama who New York City. Businesses, schools, sports ment and public policy programs. Through such efforts, ACHE works toward introduced them to a company The company has as- arenas, churches and hotels its vision of being the preeminent professional society for leaders dedicated to with a solution in development. sembled an advisory board all need to do more spraying improving health. The Foundation of the American College of Healthcare Exec- To combat COVID-19 the which includes Dr. Christopher and do it more often. Constant utives was established to further advance healthcare management excellence Federal Government was com- P. Comfort Chief Operating Of- spraying can be expensive in through education and research. The Foundation of ACHE is known for its edu- municating with manufactur- ficer at Calvary Hospital one of terms of disinfectants and la- cational programs—including the annual Congress on Healthcare Leadership, ing companies that could assist. the world-leading hospitals for bor. Pandemic Solutions rapid which draws more than 4,000 participants—and groundbreaking research. Its Among those solicited was VSE life ending palliative care. electrostatic spraying technol- publishing division, Health Administration Press, is one of the largest publish- an Alabama company interna- “The ability to quickly dis- ogy covers areas twice as fast ers of books and journals on health services management including textbooks tionally renowned for its state- infect large areas and locations as competitors, which means for college and university courses. of-the-art theatrical effects. that are used for multiple pur- expensive labor costs are cut in Established in 1909, NewYork-Presbyterian Lawrence Hospital, located in The company’s equipment poses, such as elevators, lunch half. With the fine mist spray- Bronxville, New York, serves residents of Westchester County and the Bronx. produces fine mist “fog” and rooms and hallways, is critical ers produce, there is no need to The 291-bed acute-care facility provides emergency care to approximately “smoke” effects that are used for hospitals and health care fa- wipe down surfaces. The disin- 42,000 individuals and delivers nearly 1,400 babies each year. Additional sup- for Broadway productions, at cilities. The handheld and por- fection solution kills what’s on port and care is provided to the community through NewYork-Presbyterian Disney and other theme parks table units are easy to use and the surface and rapidly evapo- Medical Group Westchester, a multispecialty physician practice with extended as well as at concert venues. cover significant square footage rates. With Pandemic Solutions hours and offices in convenient locations, and Lawrence Community Health The company owners quickly every minute, fundamentally equipment it only costs a few Services, which offers home care, hospice, and bereavement services to adults converted their factory to cre- changing how we approach cents for the hydrogen peroxide and children. For more information, visit www.nyp.org/lawrence or call 914- ate new disinfection machines disinfection and protection of spray needed to cover an aver- 787-1000. capable of quickly spraying a patients during this pandemic,” age size classroom. safe and effective COVID-19 said Dr. Christopher P. Comfort. To learn more visit www. killing hydrogen peroxide dis- Across the nation profes- pandemicsolutions.net.

NewNew Rochelle Rochelle Review Review • • January June 2020 2021 • • Page Page 10 10 • • www.newrochellereview.com www.newrochellereview.com Iona Preparatory Scholar- Athletes Commit to Play Collegiate Sports on National Signing Day

Ten Iona Preparatory School scholar-ath- fensive end while at Iona Prep. As a three-star letes committed to playing collegiate sports as recruit and No. 5 ranked player in New York part of the school year’s second National Sign- State, Khordae—at 6’5, 280lbs.—had multiple ing Day. The list includes eight football stand- offers from UMass, Dartmouth, Arizona State, outs, six of whom will be joining Division I pro- Army, Fordham, Kent State, Cornell, Stony grams, which is believed to be the most of any Brook, Rice, UPenn, Holy Cross, Lehigh, Co- Westchester program this year. Additionally, lumbia, UAlbany, Rhode Island, Purdue, Bryant two Division I lacrosse signees bring the total University, Harvard, Boston College and Yale. for Wednesday’s ceremony to eight D-I signings He is a member of the African American Society and nine overall, with 17 overall commitments and currently has an 88 overall GPA. Khordae from the Class of 2021. will continue his academic and football career The ESPN- style event included remarks at Purdue University. by Athletic Director Bernard Mahoney, Varsity Football Head Coach Joe Spagnolo, and other Alex Williams, 17 - Harlem school dignitaries, with proud parents, teach- Football | Bryant University - DI ers and fellow students watching remotely on Alex is a four-year member of our football LocalLive. program and a 3-year varsity starter as a wide True scholar-athletes, the most recent receiver. He also played one year of basketball commits had an average GPA of 90, with four at Iona Prep. He was a key member offensively topping the mark individually. The following for the 2019 undefeated division championship Gaels committed on December 16, 2020: football team. As a junior, Alex had 28 receptions for 450 yards and six touchdowns. He was Wesley Abraham, 17 - White Plains a 2019 Journal News All-Star Honorable Men- Football | Wesleyan University – DIII tion and was ranked the No. 1 wide receiver in A four-year member of the football pro- Back Row L-R: Khordae Sydnor, Andrew Berkery, Kevin Rohde; Alex Williams, Thomas Ryan New York State by Prospect NYS. In addition, gram, Wesley was part of the 2018 Junior Varsity Front Row L-R: Darius Wilson, Wesley Abraham, Ethan Robinson, John Mitchell, Jaziel Rivera he was named Iona Prep Athlete of the Week Catholic High School Football League (CHSFL) LoHud Preseason “Next 11.” John is a member anchored the offensive line the past three sea- and CHSAA Player of the Week in 2019. Alex has Championship team, the 2019 undefeated of the Sports Management Club and also volun- sons. Kevin helped lead the team to an unde- been a Prep Rep, part of our retreat leadership league championship team and the 2019-2020 teers in the Bronx as a lacrosse and golf coach. feated 2019 regular season division champion- program and was also part of our Edmund Rice Varsity ‘B’ City Championship Basketball team. John currently has a 96.45 overall GPA and will ship and is also a three-year member of our Ireland Exchange Program. He currently has an Wesley did track and field for one year, in addi- attend and play lacrosse at the College of the basketball program. In 2019, Kevin was named 88 overall GPA and outside Iona Prep, has done tion to his football and basketball career. He is Holy Cross. All-League, All-County and All-State at left community service at Metropolitan Hospital a member of the African American Society and tackle. He is a member of the International Center and helped coach with the Harlem Jets currently has an 86.94 overall GPA. Outside of Jaziel Rivera, 17 - White Plains Relations Club, Math Team and currently has a youth football program. Alex will attend and Iona Prep, Wesley plays AAU basketball with the Lacrosse | Manhattan College - DI 95.76 overall GPA. Outside of Iona Prep, Kevin play football at Bryant University. NY Finest. Wesley will continue his academic Jaziel is a four-year member of our la- has been a volunteer firefighter and also went and football career at Wesleyan University. crosse program. He is a face off specialist and on a church service trip to New Orleans. He Darius Wilson, 17 - Bronx was a member of the 2019 Junior Varsity City will continue his academic and football career Football | College of William and Mary - DI Andrew Berkery, 18 - Bronxville Championship team. Jaziel is a member of the at Brown University. Darius is a four-year member of the foot- Football | Bryant University - DI Latinos Unidos Club and currently has a 78.2 ball program and was the starting quarterback Andrew is a four-year member of the GPA. He will attend and play lacrosse at Man- Thomas Ryan, 17 - New Rochelle for the 2019 undefeated regular season divi- football program and a two-year varsity start- hattan College. Football | Union College - DIII sion championship team. He is a two-year var- er at right tackle. He also played two years of Thomas is a four-year member of the foot- sity starter and team captain. Darius was also lacrosse and one year of track and field. He Ethan Robinson, 17 - Montgomery ball program and was a member of the 2019 un- the starting quarterback for the 2018 CHSFL was a member of the 2019 undefeated division Football | Bucknell University - DI defeated division championship team. He was Junior Varsity championship team. In addi- champion football team that went to the CHSFL Ethan is a four-year member of our foot- also a member of the 2018 Junior Varsity CHSFL tion to football, he played one season of bas- semifinals. Andrew is a member of Ave Atque ball program and a three-year varsity starter Championship team. Tommy plays guard and ketball and ran track for a year. As a junior, Vale, a unique club that provides a presence who was named a captain for the upcoming the coaching staff is excited about having him Darius was named All-League, All-County, 2nd for those who die and are buried alone, the In- season. He also played three years of basket- on an experienced and talented offensive line. Team All-State, CHSFL Offensive Player of the ternational Relations Club and has been a peer ball. Ethan helped lead the team to an unde- He made First Honors his junior and senior year Year Runner Up and was a Gatorade Player of minister for two years. Andrew currently has feated regular season and division champion- and is a member of the International Relations the Year Finalist. Darius threw for 2,207 yards an 89 overall GPA and will attend and play foot- ship as a cornerback and free safety. As a junior, and Business Leadership Clubs. Thomas cur- and 23 touchdowns, while completing 63 per- ball next year at Bryant University. Ethan had 31 tackles, one interception and 10 rently has a 91.4 overall GPA and outside of Iona, cent of his passes. As a true, dual-threat QB, pass breakups. This fall, Ethan had seven inter- is part of the SJP Youth Group and the Larch- Darius also rushed for 551 yards and had four John Mitchell, 18 - Rye ceptions and seven pass breakups in the 2020 mont Shore Club Swim Team. He will continue rushing touchdowns to go along with multiple Lacrosse | College of the Holy Cross - DI CHSFL 7-on-7 season. Ethan is a member of the his academic and football career at Union Col- offers and interest from Georgetown, Eastern John is a four-year member of the lacrosse African American Society and the Math Team. lege. Michigan, Stony Brook, Lehigh, UPENN, Aus- program and also played one year of foot- He currently has a 92.86 overall GPA and out- tin Peay, UAlbany, Bryant, Howard, Columbia, ball. To date, John has been a member of the side of Iona Prep, he enjoys playing AAU bas- Khordae Sydnor, 17 - Harlem Dartmouth, Merrimack, Maine, Princeton, 2018 JV Catholic High School Athletic Associa- ketball. Ethan will continue his academic and Football | Purdue University - DI Monmouth, Holy Cross, Harvard, Elon, South tion (CHSAA) League Championship team and football career at Bucknell University. Khordae is a four-year member of the Dakota State and Colgate. He is a member of the 2019 CHSAA League, Downstate and State football program and a two- year varsity starter the African American Society and currency has Championship teams. John’s personal accom- Kevin Rohde, 18 - Purchase at defensive end. Khordae was a member of the a 92.15 overall GPA. Darius will continue his plishments include being named All-League, Football | Brown University - DI 2018 CHSFL Junior Varsity Championship team academic and football career at William & Mary. CHSAA Attackman of the Year and 2nd Team Kevin is a four-year member of our foot- and the 2019 undefeated varsity division cham- You can watch a recording of the ceremony LoHud All-Hudson Valley Team as a sopho- ball program and a three-year varsity starter. pionship team. He began his football career as at LocalLive.TV/IonaPrep or, to learn more about more. He was also named Iona Prep Athlete of He is a two-year varsity team captain and has a quarterback and made the transition to de- Iona Preparatory, visit www.IonaPrep.org. the Week and, before his junior year, was named New Rochelle Review • January 2021 • Page 11 • www.newrochellereview.com Art Technique Uses Utensils, Dimes and Other Textures Dimes and credit cards as inspirations for art? Why not? Nearly 250 students at New Rochelle High School collaborated with an artist to learn about frottage, the process of creating art by creating a rubbing of a textured surface on paper or similar material using a pencil or other drawing implement. The rubbing can then be used as a springboard to create an expanded or embellished image. “While many students have been participating in their classes via remote- learning tools, we’ve been tasked with finding ways to be creative with items available at home,” said art teacher Alexi Brock. “For this project, students have been able to see their home environment in a new way as they make impressions from everyday items such as tiles, wood doors, kitchen utensils and fireplace screens.” Students have been working with Alyse Rosner, the artist-in-residence at the Clementina Foundation at Stamford Town Center in Connecticut. Having spent the second marking period exploring frottage and learning about Rosner and her residency, the students -- spanning 10 different art classes -- engaged with Rosner through five presentations held last week. Printed and projected versions of the students’ images will be part of Rosner’s installation at the Stamford Town Center. “Art is everywhere, and Rosner reminded me of that,” said Luca Ramet, a freshman enrolled in PAVE 1. “I learned that there is never an excuse not to do art; no matter what materials you own or what space you have, it comes from within you. Any skill can be created. You are your only limit.” “Different colors, textures, mediums and tools can create entirely different pieces and Rosner embraces this while incorporating her own take,” said senior Sofia Perez, a Advanced Placement 2D art student. “Creating art directly from the physical and emotional inspiration produces surreal and creative visuals.” NRHS students’ work is part of Rosner’s Instagram project, instagram.com/ object.surface.texture. Snow Adventures Turn Assignment Into Winter Fun It wasn’t technically a snow day when the white fluffy stuff fell last week, but kindergartners at Henry Barnard Early Child- hood Center got to carve angels in the snow with their arms and legs, and pack snowballs as part of an impromptu activity that captured the joys of winter. The students had been reading the story book "The Snowy Day" by Ezra Jack Keats, about a boy who enjoys a day in the snow. Before the snow came here, teacher Judy Badillo gave the students a writing assignment to reflect on the book: “What do you like about a snowy day?” “I like snow and ice!” wrote Maya Goodman. “I like to make snowmen,” wrote Andre Raqui. When the snowstorm closed schools and sent all students to distance learning, Badillo had students go outside, make snow angels, ride sleds and make snow balls, just like in the book. Their families got in on the fun, too. “Families then documented their adventures in the snow with pictures,” Badillo said. 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New Rochelle Review • January 2021 • Page 12 • www.newrochellereview.com Retirement, Estate Planning and Debt in the New Year

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New Rochelle Review • December 2020 • Page 15 • www.newrochellereview.com New Rates and Rebates Single-Family Residential Conservation Rates

Conservation rates encourage you to use water more efficiently and help manage your water bill.

The example below illustrates how the amount of water you use can affect how much you pay†.

RATE TIER* RATE PER CCF WATER USE COST

Tier 1 $3.6133 5 CCF $18.07 First 5 CCF per CCF (3,740 gallons)

Tier 2 $3.7758 7 CCF $26.43 13 CCF The next 7 CCF per CCF (5,236 gallons) OF WATER Tier 3 $3.9646 1 CCF $3.96 Over 12 CCF per CCF (748 gallons)

Total 13 CCF $48.46

Register for an account on MySUEZWater.com and create your green profile to learn how you can conserve water in your home!

Water and Money Saving Rebates $100 REBATES Did you know SUEZ offers rebates of $100 to customers who install water efficient devices like WaterSense labeled toilets and ENERGY STAR® certified washing machines?

Learn more at SUEZConserve.com

Rates applicable for customers living in Ardsley, Bronx ville, Dobbs Ferr y, Eastchester, Greenburg, Hastings, New Rochelle, Pelham, Pelham Manor, and Tuckahoe (Westchester Rate District 1). *SUEZ has three rate blocks (or tiers). The cost increases as water use moves into Tier 2 and Tier 3. The most water-efficient homes (in the lower tiers) pay the lowest rates. 1 CCF (or 100 cubic feet) = 748 gallons. Note: Represents cost of actual volume of water used. 1 CCF (or 100 cubic feet) = 748 gallons. Does not include other NY State Public Service Commission-approved charges and surcharges. These rates and billing changes were set and approved by the NY State Public Service Commission and are effective October 1, 2020 through January 31, 2021. Different rates apply for multi-family and commercial customers. †For illustrative purposes. Single-family residential consumption charges only.