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Vol 115 Number 3 www.RisingMediaGroup.com Friday, January 18, 2019 Scarpino Won’t Prosecute Senate Maj. Leader Stewart-Cousins, From Westchester, Makes History Low-Level Pot Arrests How Did She Get Into the Room Where it Happens in Albany? Decriminalization vs. Legislation

State Sen. Andera Stewart-Cousins, surrounded by her children and grandchildren, takes the By Dan Murphy lateral damage such a conviction might impose. oath of office from New York State Chief Judge Janet DiFiore to serve as State Senate majority leader. Effective immediately, Westchester District Specifically, the D.A.’s Office will no lon- Attorney Anthony Scarpino Jr.’s office is imple- ger prosecute the violation offense in Penal Law By Dan Murphy governor, Assembly speaker and Senate majority menting change in the handling of low-level §221.05, unlawful possession of marijuana; The swearing-in ceremony of State Sen. An- leader, all reserved for men before her admission. marijuana offenses in Westchester County. Under and the B misdemeanor offense in Penal Law drea Stewart-Cousins to become the next State “It took 242 years, but – finally – a woman this new policy, the possession of small amounts §221.10, fifth-degree criminal possession of Senate majority leader and the first female major- is in charge of the New York State Senate. And (2 ounces or less) of marijuana will no longer marijuana, based on the possession of an aggre- ity leader was covered across the country. Stewart- – in the newly-elected NYS Senate, now 20 of result in a criminal conviction, negating the col- Continued on Page 8 Cousins, who has represented the 35th District of the 63-member body are women (still not an ac- Westchester since 2006 and the City of Yonkers, curate reflection of the state’s gender make-up both as a senator and county legislator for 20 years, but a heck of a lot better),” wrote Choice Matters. broke the glass ceiling with this election by her “The changing demographics of New York State democratic peers in the State Senate to lead their are more clearly reflected by this Senate body than conference for the eighth year, giving her the right any before it. Among the newly-elected senators Latimer Signs Billion-Dollar to enter “the room where it happens in Albany” are the first Muslim, first Iranian-American, first Bio-Tech Deal and the annual budget negotiations between the Continued on Page 8 Early Election Decisions as State Changes Primary to June

A rendering of the bio-tech hub planned for the North 60, a county-private development project.

In a long discussed deal to bring the bio- his ability to finalize agreements and enhance tech industry to Westchester County, County the county’s business climate. “As I learned in Executive George Latimer and Fareri Associ- my business life, there is a risk for everything, ates President John Fareri officially signed the things don’t always turn out as you plan, but if 99-year lease of county property known as North you don’t take risk – prudent risk – you don’t Candidates for office in Westchester and across New York State will have to receive their nominations and collect signatures earlier this year, and every year moving forward. 60, comprised of 60 acres of undeveloped land in succeed. In this case, the 60 acres here will be Valhalla on the Grasslands Reservation. a bio-tech center that can attract people to our By Dan Murphy Latimer finalized the deal at the Westchester area where they will see Westchester as a central June. One of the first acts taken by State Senate County Association Breakfast, a move to signify This action would save an estimated $50 mil- Continued on Page 8 Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins and the lion in the cost of holding two primaries, which has democratic majorities in the State Senate and As- been the case in New York since the federal prima- sembly, and Gov. Andrew Cuomo is a voting re- ry was changed to June to accommodate overseas form package that includes moving the date for the veteran voters. Real Estate Market Shows New York primary from early September to late Continued on Page 6 High Inventory Slowing Sales Prices Slightly Higher Stepinac Alumni Alda & Voight Star in ‘Ray Donovan’

David Rockefeller’s Westchester country estate, Hudson Pines, listed for $22 million, sold for a record-setting $33 million.

The real estate markets in the suburbs north somewhat higher in all three counties: Westches- of New York City finished 2018 with generally ter, $650,000, up 1.2 percent; Putnam, $350,000, Stepinac alumni Jon Voight and Alan Alda with their teacher/mentor the Rev. Bernie McMahon in 2009. slower sales, higher inventory in most markets up 4 percent; and Dutchess, $281,500, up 8.3 and a decline in pending sales, according to a re- percent. Recently, famed Stepinac High School scenes, in either a television show, motion pic- port released last week by Houlihan Lawrence. Inventory in Westchester grew by 9.5 per- alumni actors Alan Alda and Jon Voight shared ture or play. Home sales in Westchester County were cent with the New York City Gateway submarket screen time in an episode of the sixth season of In the ninth episode, “Dream On,” multiple down 4.6 percent from the prior year while sales (Mount Vernon, Yonkers, New Rochelle and Pel- Ray Donovan, the hit Showtime series. Accord- Emmy and Golden Globe winner Alda plays a in Putnam County were up slightly by 3 percent, ham) posting the highest increase in inventory ing to a Google search, this may well have been psychiatrist in scenes with Ray Donovan’s lead Dutchess County sales declined 6.6 percent for of 35.2 percent. Putnam’s inventory remained the first time the legendary actors in their long actor, Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Liev the year. Meanwhile, median sale prices were Continued on Page 9 careers appeared together, although in separate Continued on Page 8 PaGE 2 - RyE RiSiNG - FRiday, JaNuaRy 18, 2019 Serve & Volunteer Cheerleaders Vie for Top Th is MLK Jr. Day Honors at County Center

Find a way to volunteer for this year’s MLK Jr. Day of Service.

Americans across the country celebrate the 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Westchester Reform Temple, Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. by holding make-a- 255 Mamaroneck Ave., Scarsdale. difference events. Many Westchester residents Fifty volunteers of all ages will pack food have also turned MLK Jr. Day into a yearly tradi- bags to benefi t the food pantry at the Westchester tion of volunteerism and public service. Jewish Community Services Mary J. Blige Center The Byram Hills High School cheerleaders, one of many Westchester teams participating in Volunteer New York has a number of events in Yonkers, and write messages of encouragements the Westchester County Cheerleading Invitational on Jan. 22 and 23. scheduled this Saturday, Jan. 19. Many of the to recipients. This event will take place from 9:30 events are full and are only accepting waiting-list to 10:30 a.m. at the JCC of Mid-Westchester, 999 request to volunteer, which shows the success of Wilmot Road, Scarsdale. More than 1,000 cheerleaders represent- Competitions will begin at 5:30 p.m. on the event that honors the legacy of Dr. King. Visit More than 150 volunteers of all ages will ing schools from Westchester and surrounding both nights. The U.S. Marine Corps will pres- .volunteernewyork.org/mlk for more information. put Dr. King’s words into action when they pack counties will run, jump, tumble and pyramid ent the colors for the opening ceremony each #MLKDay is a national day of service meant emergency kits, known as Blizzard Boxes, for lo- at the annual Westchester County Cheerlead- evening. The snow date is Thursday, Jan. 24. to empower individuals, strengthen communities, cal senior centers and food pantries to be used in ing Invitational on Tuesday and Wednesday, The Grand Champions trophy competi- bridge barriers, create solutions to social problems, the event of a winter weather emergency. Each Jan. 22 and 23 at the Westchester County Cen- tion, featuring the fi ve varsity division win- and pass on the message of Dr. King to future gen- box will be fi lled with non-perishable foods that ter in White Plains. ners, is scheduled for Wednesday. erations. Friends, family and groups are encour- make up a complete meal. In addition to creating “It’s been said that with football you get Annette Hroncich Westchester County aged to participate together. the boxes, children can make note cards to include four downs, in baseball you get three strikes, Cheerleading Association scholarships will be UJA-Federation of New York is offering vol- in the boxes, which they can decorate. This event but in cheerleading you have to get it right awarded based on candidates’ academic aver- unteer opportunities in Westchester County for its takes place from 10 a.m. to noon at Shames JCC on the fi rst time,” said Westchester County Ex- age, interview, written essay, school and com- MLK Day of Service on Jan. 21. More than 650 the Hudson, 371 S. Broadway. ecutive George Latimer. “Those breath-hold- munity involvement and cheerleading ability. people are expected to participate in four different In honor of Dr. King’s message, 140 West- ing, adrenaline-pumping moments make the Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for stu- events around the county. chester Hebrew high school students will deco- cheerleading competition exciting and fun.” dents with school I.D. and $5 for children The events are part of UJA-Federation of rate and fi ll duffel bags (“Sweet Cases”) for local High school and middle school squads younger than 12. Tickets are on sale at the New York’s community-wide MLK Day of Ser- children in foster care, who are typically placed in will be judged on their jumps, tumbling, part- County Center box offi ce, which is open Tues- vice, when more than 3,000 New Yorkers across short-term housing and for whom the bright and ner stunts, pyramids/basket tosses, choreog- day through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Westchester, Long Island and the fi ve boroughs beautiful bags can make packing a little less daunt- raphy, timing, projection and the diffi culty of box offi ce is closed Saturdays through Mon- will participate in more than 20 service projects ing. their routines. days except for ticketed events held that day. to honor the memory of Dr. King. Volunteers will The events are organized and promoted on give back in meaningful ways – packing meals, Time for Good, UJA’s online volunteer platform revitalizing community spaces, engaging in social that aggregates service opportunities from UJA’s advocacy, and more. All projects require online nonprofi t partners and grantees in one place so registration at www.timeforgood.org/mlk-day. people can select projects that best utilize their In Westchester, more than 300 teens in grades skills, interests, and time to address the commu- Send your story ideas, photos, eight through 12 will join together to sort and pack nity’s most pressing needs. humanitarian supplies, provided by teen-run col- All projects require online registration at announcements and upcoming events to lection drives, and prepare shipments to be sent www.timeforgood.org/mlk-day. directly to the victims of recent hurricanes. J-Teen There are many ways you can volunteer your Leadership, a program of UJA, will be spearhead- time and serve others. The Fuller Center for Hous- us at dmurphy@rising mediagroup.com ing this Westchester-wide interfaith teen volunteer ing and Jim Killoran always are ready for their event with the AFYA Foundation, a medical supply next project and new volunteers. Visit xxx for recovery organization. This event takes place from more information.

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Must be 18 years of age or older to play New York Lottery games or wager on horses. Please play responsibly. Must be a new Empire Club Member to participate. Appointments are available by calling 914-481-5106 Friday, January 18, 2019 - WESTCHESTER’S MOST INFLUENTIAL NEWSPAPERS - PAGE 3 A Small House, an Important Younckers is Closed. Meeting, a Huge Victory Is Sears Next? By Eric Schoen grabbing merchandise from The Story of the Odell House Did you know that the square-shaped white ta- Younckers closed in 2018? bles with drawers underneath No, not that Yonkers, the and joining them in search of one we all love and many a bargain. of us call home. I’m refer- A bargain, of course, in ring to Younckers, the de- the right size (or as close as partment store with roots in you could get) of the family Iowa and bordering states member you were shopping founded by three Polish- for. Jewish immigrant brothers Wanamaker’s. Before Lipman, Samuel and Mar- they closed, the only one out- cus Younker who opened side of Philadelphia was in a general store in Keokuk, good ol’ Yonkers. A store that Iowa, in 1856. guaranteed the quality of its As the fate of Sears merchandise in print allowed breathes down our neck, customers to return purchases Eric Schoen let’s look at some of the for a cash refund and invent- stores we loved that have closed over the years. ed the price tag. What would shopping be like to- But I have to start off by talking about Sears and day if items didn’t have price tags on them that you The historic Odell House needs some TLC. why my family members were not big Sears shop- could scan to find the current, lowest price? They pers like most American families were. need to invent an app on the phone that you can By Riley Wentzler & Felicia Barber, Charles Cornwallis at Yorktown. The Battle of Before Sears took over the old Wanamaker’s take into any department store to scan your pur- Greenburgh Town Historians Yorktown lasted from Oct. 11, 1781 until Oct. 19, store in the Cross County Mall, the closest Sears chase and automatically know the current price. At 425 Ridge Road, Hartsdale, stands a house 1781. At this battle, the French Navy fought the to Yonkers was in White Plains in the store re- Innovation and “firsts” marked Wanamak- which looks unimportant but which is actually an British Navy and kept them at bay by preventing cently vacated by Walmart and currently housing er’s. The store was the first department store with important house in the history of the United States. them from supplying British Army troops. This en- Burlington Coat Factory. In order to get into that electrical illumination (1878), the first store with It is on the National Register of Historic Places abled Gen. George Washington and the American store you had to enter via a parking ramp that went a telephone (1879), and the first store to install and has been since 1973. This small, unimpressive Army to defeat Cornwallis’ troops. round and round like a roller coaster. pneumatic tubes to transport cash and documents looking – but very important building is the Odell In addition to the naval aid, Rochambeau Mom hated going up or down the roller- (1880). House and, it was built in 1732. also provided Washington with additional ground coaster-like ramps leading into the parking lot, Wanamaker’s offered its employees access It was here that Gen. George Washington had troops. In 1775, Washington’s army consisted of which is the reason we didn’t frequent Sears that to the John Wanamaker Commercial Institute, as several meetings with Gen. Jean-Baptiste Donatien only 1,000 men and in 1777, Washington had 6,500 often. Not only did (and do) the parking lot ramps well as free medical care, recreational facilities, de Vimeur Rochambeau of the French expedition- men. In 1781, Rochambeau gave Washington an go round and round, but they are also very narrow. profit sharing plans, and pensions – long before ary forces between July 6, 1781 and Aug. 9, 1781 additional 5,300 troops. Washington’s new total of Mom preferred pulling into the open parking lot these types of benefits were considered standard in Gen. Washington was able to use the house 17,000 easily overpowered Cornwallis’ 9,000 men. at Cross County Shopping Center, or the open lot corporate employment. And certainly way before because it was owned by one of his soldiers, Cap- After the crushing defeat at Yorktown, the British at B. Altman’s or Bloomingdales in White Plains, Obamacare! tain Gilbert Bates, who bought the house in 1760. completely surrendered. American independence or later the Galleria lot – which was simpler to get The first restaurant to be located inside a Unfortunately, by the time of the meeting, Bates was officially recognized in 1783. into like the parking lots of stores along Central department store was in Wanamaker’s. The Wa- had been captured by the British and had died The house is referred to as “the Odell House” Avenue such as Caldors, Kleins, Alexanders or namaker’s store in Philadelphia had a restaurant while being held prisoner in New York. Accord- because after the war, Captain Johnathan Odell E.J. Korvettes. that overlooked the department store. Nothing ingly, when Washington and Rochambeau arrived, bought it from Bates’ widow with money Gen. I never remember mom or my grandmother beat having lunch in a fancy department store. it was Bates’ widow who offered the house to the Washington had paid him for his service. getting the Sears Wish Book, the gigantic catalog Tea time was my favorite, with scones with clot- revolutionary cause. The plan agreed to at the end In addition to its critical role in the American families received in August or September allow- ted cream, tea sandwiches with their crusts cut off of these meetings led to the success of America’s Revolution it also reflects much of who we are as ing them to select Christmas and Chanukah gifts. and, of course, brewed tea or a selection from the war for independence. Americans today in terms of our country’s core Mom and my maternal grandmother liked to phys- tea chest. The original purpose of these meetings was values. It shows our resilience as a people, our ically shop in department stores where they could In Yonkers the restaurant was on the third for Washington and Rochambeau to plan an assault commitment to supporting the common man, and see, feel and try on clothes they were buying to floor. I hear you can sneak up and see therem- on British Gen. Henry Clinton’s forces holding the our time-honored alliance with France. make sure everything fit perfectly. nants. Island of Manhattan. However, as the weeks went In one such effort, Greenburgh Town Super- I remember our Saturday trips to Fordham Restaurants were common in department on, and the two generals talked and rode through visor Paul Feiner said: “If it wasn’t for this house, Road in the Bronx when I was young, which stores. Lord & Taylor in Eastchester had The Bird- Westchester and the Bronx, it became clear that the we might have Queen Elizabeth as our leader.” would start off at Alexander’s Department Store cage, where to encourage men to shop with their British had overwhelmingly larger forces and com- The Town of Greenburgh is currently seeking (the Yonkers one opened much later) and end up wives or women to shop with their sons, the male manded the rivers. Due to the strength of enemy grants from other funding sources, as well. We after a coffee break at Twin Donuts at Loehman’s. members of the party were offered two desserts. forces, the generals began developing a new plan. are hopeful we will save this priceless historical It was at Loehman’s that mom and grandma could All the selections would be brought to your table On Aug. 14, the French Admiral De Grasse landmark. buy designer goods at bargain prices. Since they on a glistening silver cart and a waitress dressed in sent word that he and his fleet could hold the Brit- Riley Wentzler and Felicia Barber are as- had no enclosed booths in the fitting room and it uniform would use silver serving utensils to serve ish forces in place at Yorktown, Va. This devel- sistant town historians at Greenburgh Town Hall was a wide open space, they could obtain the opin- your choices. opment persuaded Washington and Rochambeau and are engaged to be married. They are currently ions of strangers on the couture they were consid- When talking about stores that have closed, to abandon their plans to attack Gen. Clinton in looking for permanent employment. Visit green- ering to wear to the next Bar Mitzvah or family I could go on for days. How about Genung’s, and Manhattan and instead to attack British Gen. Lord burghny.com for more information. engagement. then Howland’s in Getty Square. I used to love This open-door fitting room kind of freaked going into the old library, which went in the Ge- me out. And the curtain would always be semi- nung’s/Howland’s building, and riding the old ser- open. God forbid I would walk by the fitting room vice elevators that required an attendant to go up or stand too close, the ladies would have a nervous and down to the various floors. In the basement, breakdown and someone would comment “move instead of children’s coats on the racks (you would OUR BUS IS away from the curtain.” I could be a mile away need a stick with a hook on it to reach coats on from the curtain and someone would say some- the top racks), there would be glorious children’s YOUR BEST BET. thing to the fitting room attendant. It wasn’t just books – many so high up you would need someone me who would get scolded, it was most men in tall to fetch them for you! the store. It’s fun to take a stroll down memory lane. And, no, these women were not Miss Amer- Let’s hope the powers that be can keep the doors ica contestants! open so that the Kenmore appliances and Crafts- I think women thought Loehman’s was man tools can keep flowing to consumers who $40 BONUS PACKAGE VALUE! “their” store and men did not belong in it. That was know and trust a good product and value, some- of course until Loehman’s started carrying men’s thing they have for more than 125 years counted $15 Meal/Retail Coupon clothing in their stores. on Sears for. I promise we will take this path again! One $10 Bet Coupon & One $15 Free Bet While on Fordham Road and speaking of Reach Eric Schoen at thistooisyonkers@aol. Alexander’s, that was one truly amazing store. com. Follow him on Twitter @ericyonkers. 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Left to right: Larchmont Lions Meg Kaufer and Diane Oldham, MAS nurse Madeline Lukas, and Lions Peggy Rao and Lynn Reichgott.

Larchmont Mamaroneck Lions conducted the Eyes Early, an offi cial project of the Lions Clubs of The Westchester Symphonic Winds. fi rst of four scheduled vision screenings at the Ma- New York State and Bermuda, in partnership with maroneck Avenue School on Jan. 11, for students the KidSight program, the Lions national initiative. In our busy, schedule-driven 21st century concert band tradition with Westchester audi- in kindergarten through grade fi ve; 89 students Lions KidSight screenings have been con- lives, we don’t often take an hour or so to sim- ences, and includes music educators, doctors, were screened. Families participated voluntarily ducted regularly at area preschools, shelters and ply refl ect, imagine, and day dream. When is the lawyers, engineers, bankers and professionals by completing a consent form for this free screen- Head Start programs, with specially trained Lion last time you watched a dragon fl y by? Or took from diverse backgrounds. In residence at Tar- ing volunteers. The Mamaroneck School screening is a romantic walk through the streets of a Mexi- rytown Music Hall, the Westchester Symphonic The tests were done with a special diagnostic a school year pilot program, initiated with support can village to the sounds of a mariachi band? Or Winds has also performed for sold-out audi- camera which, in seconds, can detect six abnormal from the STEM Alliance of Larchmont-Mama- envisioned the landscape from the cockpit of a ences in the Venetian Theater at the Caramoor conditions. If a defect is found, a report is submit- roneck and in close coordination with the school stealth fi ghter jet, high in the sky? Center for Music and the Arts in Katonah. The ted to the school and to the parents for professional nurse, Madeline Lukas, and partnership with the On Saturday, Jan. 26 at 8 p.m., the West- band was featured in a New York Times article follow up. Undetected vision problems are a com- Mamaroneck School District. chester Symphonic Winds will celebrate your in October 2015, as well as Teaching Music, the mon cause of learning limitations. Follow-up test- Larchmont Mamaroneck Lions are part of the imagination and more at the Tarrytown Music offi cial magazine of the National Association ing and providing of eyeglasses is either provided Lions Clubs International, the world’s largest ser- Hall, with a concert fi lled with exhilarating mu- for Music Education. by government support or through the Lions other vice organization with 1.5 million members. Eye sic for wind band. During Maestro Ebersole’s tenure, the eye care programs. health and support for the blind are the signature This program will include six exciting ensemble has been honored with several high- These free tests are part of Lions Screening programs of the Lions. selections from the vast wind band repertoire. profi le performances. These have included the Second Lt. David Neil Regner, assistant con- band’s Lincoln Center debut at Avery Fisher ductor for the U.S. Air Force Heritage of Amer- Hall in 2010, performances at the New York ica Band, will be the guest conductor, leading State Band Directors Association Symposium the ensemble in a performance of chorale and in 2017, the Association of Concert Bands Con- Shaker dance by John Zdechlik Our guest solo- vention in 2012, and a collaboration with the Letter to the Editor ists all come from the ranks of the West Point Northshore Concert Band to present concerts at Band, including SFC Torin Olson on fl ute, SFC Northwestern University in 2015 and the Palace Dear Editor: defi nitely would have asked Astorino. We had an Anna Pennington on oboe, SSG Manuel Ramos Theater in Stamford in 2016. Thank you to Westchester Rising for your excellent working relationship with his adminis- on clarinet, and SSG Briana Lehman on bas- In addition to its yearly concert series as excellent coverage of the current lack of legis- tration and with CE Andrew Spano’s administra- soon. ensemble-in-residence at the Tarrytown Mu- lation regarding traveling animal acts in West- tion before him – and there is never a reason to They will combine forces with WSW to sic Hall, WSW has worked with public school chester while all around us they’ve been banned. not ask, ever. ‘Not asking’ is frankly the dumbest perform the lush and exotic “Concerto Grosso” bands, advancing their love of the concert band (“The Show must go on? Circus continues at thing we can imagine. You get nowhere in this by Heitor Villa-Lobos. Also on the program is experience, and demonstrating that music-mak- County Center,” Jan. 11, 2019.) We’d just like to life without asking; and for animal advocacy – “Serenity” by Ola Gjeilo, “Gandalf” by Johann ing can extend into adulthood – regardless of make one minor but important correction: and for any movement toward equality, libera- deMeij (conducted by Amy Wilcox, as part of one’s profession. The article states: “ADOW did not make tion, dignity, reform etc. – it’s an iron-clad must. WSW’s Apprentice Conductor program), “La Tickets for this performance are priced at any attempts to get former County Executive It is shameful that New York City, two cities Fiesta Mexicana” by H. Owen Reed (a rare per- $20 for adults, $15 for students and seniors, Rob Astorino to issue the executive order be- in Connecticut and the entire state of New Jersey formance of the complete work), and “Strategic and free of charge for children younger than cause, as one animal rights supporter told us, have banned this antiquated cruelty, while West- Air Command March” by Clifton Williams. 10. Tickets may be purchased through the box ‘Look, if Astorino was allowing gun shows at chester welcomes it in. We asked County Execu- The 65-member band is made up of indi- offi ce at 914-877-840-0457, or at www.tarry- the County Center, we didn’t think he would ban tive Latimer to do an executive order banning viduals dedicated to performing and sharing the townmusichall.org. the circus.’” circuses on county property a year ago; in Octo- We don’t know what other animal advo- ber he agreed and requested a list of animal-free cates were doing; but the fact is ADOW never circuses, which we provided. Now he says he asked Rob Astorino to do an executive order be- won’t. The BOL has turned their backs on circus cause we did not know about them. These orders animal suffering; we ask Latimer again to keep Borscht Belt Staff Seeks caught our attention when current CE George his word and sign this order. Latimer began issuing them as soon as he took kiley Blackman offi ce. Had we known about them, we most animal Defenders of Westchester To Hold Reunion Editor’s note: I found this letter from a the reunion, “Borscht Belt/Former Catskill Ho- reader interesting, and Rising columnist and tel/Bungalow Staff Reunion.” Some great anec- Discover the world’s best walk-in bathtub from my co-host on our WVOX 1460 AM Radio show dotal material can be found in the many threads. Eric Schoen has written about the Good Ole As of today, among those committed to at-

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I hope for pick-up through Jan. 31. all Harrison residents had a Please do not place trees (or relaxing and happy holiday. wreathes/roping) in plastic I want to thank you for your bags. support over the last year. The As I am sure you are all Town Board has accomplished well aware, fl u season is un- many things and I look for- derway and our local hospi- ward to seeing what the board tals are coping with the surge and town personnel can ac- of patients exhibiting fl u like complish, together, in 2019. symptoms. The best protec- As we begin the New Year, I tion may be to get the fl u shot am happy to report that Har- each year, as the vaccine ef- rison continues to build on the fectively combats many fl u success of the last few years strains. As we get through this while keeping tax increases in season, please use the recom- check, sustaining a healthy re- mended steps to prevent the serve and maintaining all our spread of germs associated basic municipal services. with the fl u: wash hands fre- In addition to our out- Harrison Supervisor Ron Belmont quently and cover your mouth standing bond rating from when coughing or sneezing. Moody’s, Harrison’s 2019 budget was adopted and Our library staff has been hard at work de- remains under Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s mandated veloping winter activities for all residents. Be sure tax cap. Advancing this positive trajectory is a pri- to save the date for Harrison Public Library’s “An ority and I look forward to the wonderful opportu- Evening with Author Jamie Ford” taking place nities in the year ahead. on Wednesday, Feb. 6 at 7 p.m. at Harrison High Workers at a brick yard near Newburgh circa 1890. It gives me great pleasure to give a special School. The library is delighted to welcome this thank you to all those who contributed to this bestselling author to Harrison. Ford wrote the best- year’s holiday project. Many residents, and their selling, award winning novel “Hotel on the Cor- “Hudson River Brick Makers” will be This 30-minute fi lm demonstrates how families, were treated to a Christmas fi lled with ner of Bitter and Sweet,” which was awarded the shown Wednesday, Jan. 23 at 6 p.m. at Grinton bricks – so ubiquitous in New York City that gifts and holiday cheer. The generosity and hard Asian Pacifi c American Award for Literature and I. Will Library, 1500 Central Park Ave., Yon- they go unnoticed – are a prism through which work of the project committee, and their team of was on the New York Times bestseller list for over kers. we can view larger issues including immigra- volunteers, deserves recognition and I am happy to two years. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, tion, industrial innovation, labor relations and acknowledge their efforts. Ford’s second novel, “Songs of Willow the Hudson River Valley was the undisputed urban planning. The last Hudson River brick I am happy to report that four new police of- Frost,” was also a New York Times best seller, and world capital of brick making. At its height, yard closed in 2002, ending three and a half fi cers have joined the Harrison Police Department. has also been a favorite among community read- more than 130 brick yards teemed with work- centuries of brick making on the Hudson. The offi cers were sworn in at a Jan. 4 ceremony in ing programs. Ford’s latest work, “Love and Other ers from Haverstraw to Albany. The growth of The fi lm will be followed by a live ques- Town Hall. The new offi cers will complete their Consolation Prizes,” was published by Ballantine the brick yards coincided with the explosive tion-and-answer session with Director Jim Or- training before receiving their assignments. I am in September 2017 and was released in paperback growth of building in New York City. mond, who specializes in fi lms on local history. completely confi dent that these new offi cers will in May 2018. Inspired by true events, Ford returns carry out their duties in a professional manner and to themes of identity and belonging familiar to his will be an asset to the Town/Village of Harrison. readers. This free program is open to the public and Please be aware of the following sanitation will be hosted by Harrison High School. Registra- notice: Christmas trees may be placed curbside tion is recommended at www.harrisonpl.org. Chordsmen Off er Free Singing Lessons for Men Registration Opens for Westchester Summer Camps Attention parents – summer will be here Camps are held at Cranberry Lake Preserve in before you know it, and now is the time to plan north White Plains, Lenoir Preserve in Yonkers, for memorable camp experiences for your chil- Trailside Nature Museum in Cross River, and dren. With a slate that includes milking a cow to Marshlands Conservancy and Edith G. Read playing the sax, or chasing down a fl y ball, the Wildlife Sanctuary in Rye. Sessions are offered very best in camp variety, convenience and val- in July and August. ue is in your Westchester County Parks. Online Slam Dunk Basketball Camp is for kids registration begins Wednesday, Feb. 13 at noon in grades three to eight (as of September 2019) with Muscoot Farm’s Young Farmers camp, and who can hit the boards at the County Center online registration for most other camps begins during one-week sessions in July. Players learn Friday, Feb. 15, at noon. skills with emphasis on skill development, “From kindergarteners through teens, game knowledge and cooperative learning. young people fi nd the right fi t at our outstanding Summer Music Center, for children enter- summer camps, which take place in some of our ing grades four through 12 (as of September) most iconic parks,” said Westchester County is conducted as a single, six-week session that Executive George Latimer. “Who wouldn’t love runs July 1 through Aug. 9. Participants receive The Westchester Chordsmen Chorus. to hone their basketball skills at the Westchester instruction in band and orchestral instruments, County Center, where the Westchester Knicks as well as keyboard, guitar and recorder. Starting Monday, Feb. 4 and continuing are invited to participate. No prior musical ex- and New York Liberty play? Environmental ap- Perfect Pitch and Swing Baseball Camp for six Mondays, the Westchester Chordsmen perience is needed. The program is free, and preciation starts early when boys and girls take provides children age 8 to 12 with training that Chorus will offer free singing lessons to men in will be taught by Keith Harris, who has more to our parks’ fi elds, forests and shorelines in the uses unique and innovative methods, combin- and around the county as a community service. than 20 years of vocal teaching experience and summer nature camps, and there are so many ing traditional baseball skills with disciplines The free six-week program provides coach- who leads the chorus. more to choose from for your children.” from other sports, at V.E. Macy Park in Ards- ing and instruction to teach new singers how Lessons start at 6:45 p.m. and last for one Muscoot Farm’s Young Farmers for chil- ley. The daily schedule includes drills, hitting, to sing, and experienced singers how to sing and a half hours, at Kol Ami Synagogue, 252 dren in grades one to eight provides a unique throwing/pitching and games. Camp dates to be better. The simple curriculum will take singers Soundview Road, White Plains; enter through experience that teaches children what life on a announced. from basic fundamentals to advanced concepts, back entrance. Attend one night or complete farm was like in the early 1900s in Westchester “Hole-in-One” Junior Golf Camp for kids regardless of their current singing ability. the full six-week course. There is no class Feb. County. Plus, there’s a Wranglers Camp for 4- age 10 through 17 is offered at various Golf- Five previous series were attended by 18, Presidents Day. and 5-year-olds. Programs are held in one-week Westchester golf courses. Camp dates to be an- more than 70 men. Register in advance at chordsmen.org to sessions in July and August in Somers. nounced. The Chordsmen are a renowned Westches- register, or just show up. For more information, Summer nature camps for children in Updates and detailed information about ter-based a cappella group who enjoy spread- call 914-298-SING (7464). grades one through 12 focus on weekly themes dates, hours and tuition pricing can be found at ing the joy and fun of singing show tunes, On Thursday, Jan. 31, the Westchester to teach about animals, insects and plants. parks.westchestergov.com. doo-wop, traditional, gospel and contemporary Chordsmen Chorus will appear in concert at the songs sung in the barbershop style of four-part Emelin Theater in Mamaroneck as part of the harmony. The song selection is a new compila- Emelin’s “Made In Westchester” program of tion from their repertoire, featuring 15 chorus events in 2019. The show is titled “The West- plus several quartet songs, as well as sing- chester Chordsmen: Welcome to the Neighbor- alongs with the audience. hood” at will begin at 7:30 p.m., at 153 Library Men young and old who have always Lane. 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The September prima- the ballot this year, only local contests for mayor, ry is in violation of the federal MOVE Act and, for supervisor and council in communities like Yon- the last six years, this has resulted in two primaries kers, Eastchester and Harrison. in federal years – a federal primary in June and a Other parts of the voting reform package in- local primary in September. clude, early voting, which would allow voters to Stewart-Cousins said Wednesday that “there cast a ballot at their polling place up to 10 days be- is nothing to stop us and there is so much more that fore an election. More than 30 states already have we have to accomplish. But we were sent here to some form of advance voting, and the option has be ambitious, to make New York a beacon of hope become increasingly popular in many states. Long and progress for the rest of our country.” lines seen at many polling places in NY last Nov. Last year, Greenburgh Supervisor Paul Feiner show the need for the option, supporters say. made two good points in an op-ed printed in Rising The hope is also that early voting will in- Newspapers, that the cost of holding two primary crease the rate of voter participation, which has elections is put on local governments, and two pri- continued to decline in New York after every elec- maries reduce voter turnout. tion. The former Republican Majority State Senate “Every election is very expensive – taxpay- has been blocking election reform items for more ers have to pay significant dollars for election in- than a decade, and now that democrats are finally spectors and all the costs of running an election,” unified and have taken control of the Senate, a he said. “The county now oversees elections but quick action on voting reform has taken place in bills the cost of elections to the local governments. the first days of the 2019 session. “There is absolutely no public policy benefit to the Good government groups including Com- taxpayers to have separate primary elections. Hav- mon Cause have long advocated for early voting. ing two separate elections probably results in re- “There’s no reason we should be trying to cram duced voter participation, not more participation… millions of voters into a 15-hour window on a sin- a form of voter suppression. Westchester has the gle day, while 37 other states enjoy days or weeks highest property taxes in the country. Greenburgh to vote,” said Susan Lerner, director of Common taxpayers could probably have saved close to Cause-New York. $100,000 if the primary dates were consolidated However, if the polling locations are now to into one, “ said Feiner. be open for 10 days, some have questioned wheth- A note to interested candidates for office in er New York State will save $50 million, an esti- 2019 and voters: The political process has moved mation that was based on eliminating one of the up by more than two months.

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She describes the different factual situations Square in Yonkers, to help fund podcast as “the go-to pod- (which is why she titled the design and implementation of cast for students in law podcast “Law to Fact”). “In clerestory window shoring. school, going to law school each podcast I try to tease The congregation of St. or studying for the bar.” out three questions,” she John’s Church dates to 1693, and The podcast episodes said. “First, what are the portions of the current building often center on a discussion rules of the particular area date to 1752. In 1871, St. John’s with fellow law professors of law we are discussing? hired Edward Tuckerman Potter and discuss key topics in Second, how would a stu- to design a new larger church in a core law school classes. So dent see this particular area transitional Romanesque Revival far, Tenzer has covered ar- of the law on the exam? building. The new church includes eas including personal ju- And fi nally, how should the details such as heavy brick win- risdiction, homicide, proxi- Pace Law professor student structure an answer St. John’s Episcopal Church in Yonkers. Leslie Garfi eld Tenzer dow surrounds and a stepped brick mate cause, landlord-tenant if they see this area of the detail under the eaves. St. John’s cultural programs to their communities.” law, will contests, the statute of frauds, the law on the exam?” reaches almost 3,000 people a year through a The New York Landmarks Conservancy has Commerce Clause, and more. “Professor Tenzer’s podcast uses all of homeless shelter, soup kitchen, 12-step groups, led the effort to preserve and protect New York “I’m always looking to explore new her strengths,” said Emily Waldman, associate tutoring, social services and counseling, a thrift City’s architectural legacy for 45 years. Since its technological outlets and I wanted to provide dean for faculty development and operations. store and a farmers market. founding, the conservancy has loaned and grant- students with unique learning tools,” Tenzer “She’s such an experienced teacher of fi rst- The Conservancy’s Sacred Sites program has ed more than $50 million, which has leveraged explained. “I had noticed that podcasts were year law classes that, as podcast host, she can assisted more than 750 congregations across New more than $1 billion in 1,550 restoration projects gaining in popularity, so it seemed like making stand in for students and ask the questions they York State since its founding in 1986 with grants throughout New York, revitalizing communi- podcasts would be a way to impart informa- want to know. Her podcast is a great way for totaling more than $12 million. These grants have ties, providing economic stimulus and support- tion while providing me with an opportunity to our professors and others to connect with stu- contributed to more than $740 million in total res- ing local jobs. The conservancy has also offered learn a new medium.” dents at Pace and beyond.” toration projects. The program is one of a few in countless hours of pro bono technical advice to “At Pace Law, we bridge the gap between As the podcast continues to gain follow- the country aiding landmark religious institutions building owners, both nonprofi t organizations and legal theory and practice and make the con- ers, Tenzer is expanding its scope. “We have and the only one assisting an entire state. individuals. cepts discussed inside the classroom relevant over 2,000 weekly followers and are now also “Religious buildings anchor communities The conservancy’s work has saved more than and interesting,” said Dean Horace Anderson. discussing issues of relevance to law students providing a sense of history and place,” said Peg a thousand buildings across the city and state, “Professor Tenzer’s podcast is just one ex- beyond just learning the law. We have episodes Breen, president of the New York Landmarks protecting New York’s distinctive architectural ample of this and how our faculty make law on the importance of social media, starting Conservancy. “They are among our most impor- heritage for residents and visitors alike today, and school and legal concepts accessible to all.” your own law practice, and have just started a tant landmarks. Preserving them also allows con- for future generations. For more information, visit Each podcast is interview-based, with four-part series on taking the bar exam.” More gregations to continue to offer social service and www.nylandmarks.org. Tenzer asking questions of a faculty expert in recent podcast topics have included social me- the topic being covered. “For my fi rst Q&A dia strategies for law students and top tips for interview format, I asked professor Michael success on exams. Mushlin, a civil procedure expert, to do a pod- The “Law to Fact” podcast is available on cast with me. 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Fatigue, change in mood, hair and nail roid, they may be attributed to other conditions changes, weight changes and memory issues. or aging alone.” Sound like signs of aging? Maybe not. These Because problems with the thyroid often could also be signs of a malfunctioning thyroid manifest as other health disorders such as dis- – a condition that can be mistaken for other rea- eases of the heart, bowel or nervous system, Nods Sought for 2019 sons in older adults. accurately identifying and treating thyroid dis- The thyroid, a butterfl y-shaped gland just eases in seniors requires special attention. Public Health Awards above the collarbone at the base of the neck, Common thyroid disorders in the elderly is responsible for secreting hormones into the include: hypothyroidism, in which the thyroid The Westchester County Board of Health in Westchester. The award was created in 2014 in bloodstream that regulate the body’s metabolic is underactive and not producing enough thy- is now seeking nominations for the 2019 Public memory of J.R. Tesone, a Board of Health member processes such as temperature, heartbeat and roid hormone for the body to work properly; Health Service Awards. The board plans to recog- with a lifelong commitment to Westchester chil- digestion. The thyroid also regulates muscle hyperthyroidism, which occurs when the thy- nize adults and/or non-profi t programs, as well as dren. function, brain development and overall mood. roid is overactive and releasing too much thy- young people who have demonstrated creativity The board also will highlight the compassion, “Thyroid disorders are common in all age roid hormone and speeding up body systems; and commitment in their efforts to improve public creativity and commitment demonstrated by a se- groups but are overall more common in wom- thyroid nodules, an abnormal growth of thyroid health in Westchester. The board encourages com- lect group of nominees, who will be named public en than men by a three-to-one ratio,” said Dr. cells within the thyroid gland that can form a munity leaders, health care professionals, educa- health honorees. Whitney Goldner, an endocrinologist with the lump, or what is called a “thyroid nodule;” and tors and residents to submit nominations by Feb. These awards will be announced and pre- Thyroid and Endocrine Multidisciplinary Pro- thyroid cancer, when a malignant tumor on the 11 on behalf of the unsung volunteer heroes in their sented April 4 to spotlight National Public Health gram at Nebraska Medicine in Omaha, Neb. thyroid gland. communities. Week, and the honorees and their achievements “But as we age, thyroid disorders in general Lou Giampa, president of Right at Home “Help inspire others to join us in tackling the will be featured on the health department’s web increase.” Westchester, sees fi rsthand the difference their diverse work of public health,” said Robert Bak- pages. Recent youthful winners have promoted In older adults, clinical signs of thyroid professional caregivers make in monitoring the er, president of the Westchester County Board of awareness of the opioid crisis on campus or in- problems can be subtler than in younger peo- health of their senior care clients. “Because Health. “Nominate local heroes who have volun- creased sustainability and Earth Day program- ple. Many of the symptoms may be attributed thyroid problems can be challenging to detect teered their time and talents to promote and im- ming, advocated for children affected by cancer or to the aging process. in older adults, we stress that our elder clients prove public health in Westchester.” created an app to foster communication between “That’s the tricky part,” Dr. Goldner ex- go in for regular physicals and medical check- The Dr Harold Keltz Distinguished Public teens with Type 1 diabetes. plains. “With older patients, one of the big dis- ups,” he said. “When we work with seniors Health Service Award is presented annually to a Adult volunteers were recognized recently for tinctions is that they may not have the classic who take thyroid medication, we are there to person or community-based organization, whose promoting the construction and preservation of af- symptoms that you’d expect to see in a younger help ensure they follow their doctor’s specifi c efforts have made an extraordinary contribution fordable housing and advocating for comprehen- population. A lot of thyroid conditions in gen- dosing instructions.” to the public health of Westchester residents but sive mental health care for low-income residents. eral are very nonspecifi c. So sometimes people Guidelines for screening for thyroid dis- who is not professionally engaged in public health Non-profi t programs also have been selected for can have fatigue, weight loss, changes in their ease are confl icting, but societies agree that if work. their work to reduce health disparities, improve mood or worsened depression. Sometimes they persons are having symptoms that could be at- The J.R. Tesone Youth Public Health Service health literacy, and improve access to care. can have effects on skin and hair. But because tributable to an overactive or underactive thy- Award is an annual award to a student up to age 21 Nomination forms are available at www.west- these symptoms are not specifi c just to the thy- roid, further workup is indicated. for his or her creative contribution to public health chestergov.com/health. PAGE 8 - WESTCHESTER’S MOST INFLUENTIAL NEWSPAPERS - Friday, January 18, 2019

have to stand up for their ideal for America,” she “This change in how low-level marijuana cases Senate Maj. Leader said in an interview. “Obviously, people are always Scarpino Won’t are handled is also aimed at a better use of pub- Continued from Page 1 concerned about building our economy and build- Continued from Page 1 lic resources. What has been spent on arrests and ing opportunity while we educate our children, but prosecutions can now be used to focus on more Chinese-America, first Salvadoran-American, first there’s a broader conversation now about what gate weight of more than 25 grams, provided the serious crimes.” Costa Rican-American, first Indian-American and America is.” person is only charged with those offenses. This progressive action by the DA’s Office two Colombian-Americans.” Stewart-Cousins has also been able to balance Regarding the second charge, the DA’s Of- follows bail reform, which was announced last How did Stewart-Cousins achieve this histor- the interests of her progressive caucus with some fice will prosecute the B misdemeanor offense year at this time. The DA’s Office no longer re- ic leadership role in the Empire State, and what can of the concerns of her Westchester constituents and in Penal Law §221.10 only as a violation (under quests bail for defendants whose cases would not we learn from her life’s journey? Several factors homeowners who pay the highest property taxes in Penal Law §221.05 for unlawful possession of end in a sentence of incarceration, eliminating brought Stewart-Cousins to the forefront of New the nation. Making the property tax cap permanent marijuana) when a person possesses, in a public cash bail for most misdemeanors. York politics. and support for property tax rebate checks has been place, burning or publicly viewable marijuana, Scarpino said: “These reforms in the bail First, Stewart-Cousins brings unique leader- a part of her priorities as leader of the State Senate provided the person is only charged with this of- process and marijuana prosecution are illustra- ship traits to the table. Her patience, her ability to democrats. fense. This will avoid the stigma of a criminal tions of our commitment to a fairer system of listen, and her unquestioned ethical standards were And in a time in our nation’s politics when record for many young people with long-lasting justice that works for every member of our com- all mentioned by her democratic colleagues as the grandstanding might score points, and in Albany’s negative consequences disproportionate to the munity, no matter where they live, the color of reason she remains democratic Senate leader for history of cutthroat politics was the norm, it is minor nature of the offense, said the district at- their skin or the amount in their wallets.” eight years. Stewart-Cousins’ ability to listen to her democratic torney. A report by the Westchester Coalition for “My being here is not a natural progression,” colleagues that has kept her in power. “I know each His review of the prosecution of lower-level Police Reform found that African-Americans she said in an interview. “I think people have un- and every one of my members and I know what’s marijuana offenses is ongoing and further chang- and Latinos make up less than 40 percent of the derestimated me over the course of my political important to them,” she said. es will be announced as they are adopted. population, but represent about 84 percent of the career.” Working together with her democratic col- “After a careful review of marijuana cases people arrested for low-level possession. Stewart-Cousins’ Westchester journey started leagues has also scored her points, and loyalty. in Westchester, as well as discussions with po- Several Westchester Democrats, including in Yonkers, where she raised her three children, “I will always want to hear what the conference lice, community leaders and advocates, we have County Legislator Christopher Johnson, have who joined her Jan. 9 for her historic swearing-in, cares about before making a deal,” said Stewart- made the decision to change how we prosecute called for decriminalization of marijuana and along with her grandchildren. More than 30 years Cousins. such offenses,” said Scarpino. “This decision not have asked Scarpino to take the action he just ago, Yonkers was in the midst of a crisis over hous- Her Senate colleagues described Stewart- to prosecute specific cases will allow many peo- made. ing and school desegregation. Stewart-Cousins be- Cousins as “making sure people are heard,” “a ple to move forward with their lives without the Not all members of law enforcement agree gan attending meetings of the Yonkers NAACP, steady hand,” “ethically approachable” and “with- stigma attached to criminal records of any kind – with decriminalization of pot. George Winsman, began to get involved, and the rest is history. out criticism.” records that cause discrimination in housing, job a former Westchester County police officer, re- Her father served with valor in World War II, Leader Stewart-Cousins said: “I appreciate and school applications. Much of this has bur- cently asked the Yorktown Town Board to oppose receiving the Bronx Star, but the family was denied the fact that people, over the years, have given me dened our minority communities and we believe Cuomo’s initiative to legalize marijuana. a veterans’ home loan so they moved into public more and more responsibility, and I also believe it is time to rectify that.” “We teach you in DARE not to smoke mari- housing in the Bronx and Harlem. “I learned that that part of that is because I act responsibly with Beyond this decision, Scarpino is urging juana,” he said. “We tell you all along not to government could impact your possibilities,” she the power I get. So people trust me with more.” Gov. Andrew Cuomo and state legislators to cre- smoke marijuana, and then, well, since we can said. “It could put obstacles in front of you achiev- An interesting give-and-take between Cuomo ate a uniform approach to prosecuting marijuana get a tax on it, it’s OK to smoke it. It’s ridiculous. ing your full potential, or it could remove obstacles and Stewart-Cousins last year occurred when Cuo- offenses and end the disparity currently in place Police officers, truck drivers, train people – all to your reaching your full potential. I’m going to mo suggested that the Senate Democrats’ problem from county to county. Cuomo announced in his have to be tested for marijuana, and all drugs, if try and remove those barriers.” was that they only understood New York City vot- recent State of the State address a proposal to le- they have an accident.” Andrea and Thomas Stewart-Cousins moved ers. “You look at me, Mr. Governor, but you don’t galize recreational marijuana. Members of the Yorktown Town Board then to Yonkers in 1979, and one of her first jobs in see me,” she said. “You see my black skin and a Scarpino made sure to be clear that his re- debated the merits, and the legality, of zoning out Westchester was for Gannett newspapers as a jour- woman, but you don’t realize I am a suburban leg- cent efforts are aimed at decriminalizing mari- any marijuana stores within the town. Council- nalist after working for New York Telephone in islator.” juana, not legalizing it. “This is not legalization, man Ed Lachterman called marijuana “a gateway sales and marketing. Her work for Yonkers City County Legislator Christopher Johnson, who this is decriminalizing it, because of the ramifica- drug,” claiming that smoking pot leads to the use Councilwoman Symra Brandon on her campaign served as Stewart-Cousins’ chief of staff, said: tions that occur and collateral damage,” he said. of other drugs. helped Stewart-Cousins get a position in the ad- “She’s incredibly patient. She doesn’t go searching ministration of Mayor Terrence Zaleski as director for attention or notoriety, and she allows for the of community affairs. body of work that she has built to speak for itself” in health care and life sciences. The WCA has In 1995, Stewart-Cousins won a seat on the Johnson met Stewart-Cousins at a volunteer Latimer Signs long supported the development of the North 60 Westchester Board of Legislators, where she event for her 2006 State Senate campaign, “and I Continued from Page 1 as a means to bring together academia, health served for 11 years. In 2004, she ran for State Sen- asked to work for her and she hired me after that,” care, life sciences and technology. It will provide ate against the then powerful Sen. Nick Spano. he said. Johnson added that he is not surprised by place.” meaningful opportunities for economic develop- Very few people gave Stewart-Cousins a chance Stewart-Cousins’ rise to majority leader. Fareri said: “At long last, we can move for- ment, innovation and collaboration. I commend at beating Spano that year. While the final tally “I think the politics makes sense; she’s not a ward with what we are confident will be a major John Fareri for his vision, perseverance, and had Stewart-Cousins losing to Spano by 18 votes, New York City legislator and the first woman and economic engine for Westchester County and the passion for health care and life sciences in our many believe she had actually won. she is a person of color,” he said. “All of those region. The concept for the North 60 has been in region.” Two years later, in 2006, Stewart-Cousins boxes are checked but after Sen. Smith and Sen. the works for a decade, and now we are ready to Latimer added: “I must compliment John defeated Spano and six years later, in 2012, State Sampson, you needed someone who was politi- see our vision come to life. Over the next several and Fareri Associates for their diligent work on Senate democrats elected her as their conference cally clean but who was also a calming voice. She months, we will be preparing the necessary doc- this – we had numerous meetings ensuring we leader. The last time Democrats controlled the listens and likes to see the lay of the land before uments to commence the environmental review were making the best deal for the taxpayer and senate in New York was in 2010, and two Senate she makes a move.” by the Town of Mount Pleasant. We appreciate now we are partners moving forward.” democratic majority leaders, Sens. Malcolm Smith Longtime friend, supporter, and founder of the efforts of County Executive George Latimer Deputy County Executive Ken Jenkins said: and John Sampson’s tenures were marred by cor- the Yonkers Chapter-Westchester Black Women’s and his administration in advancing this innova- “I was pleased to have endorsed this project as ruption and state budget deficits, and the resigna- Political Caucus, Cheryl Brannan, who attended tive and important project.” a county legislator and am even more pleased tion of Gov. Eliot Spitzer. the swearing-in, which she called “a momentous The deal with the county calls for Fareri, a to see it come to fruition. This is a project that Stewart-Cousins took control of the Demo- and historic occasion,” said: “Having known Sen. developer who was instrumental in creating the sends a message that Westchester County is a cratic Senate Conference in 2012, becoming a sta- Andrea Stewart-Cousins since before she started Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, and Fareri As- true leader in life-science and bio-tech.” ble voice and advocate for democratic ideals. But out as the community liaison for Mayor Zaleski, sociates to develop an innovative hub with a fo- The 99-year lease provides for the develop- shortly after taking over leadership, several demo- she has always been exemplary in everything she cus on bio-tech and medical technology research ment of the property in accordance with a Mas- cratic state senators formed their own caucus, the has done… Sen. Stewart-Cousins is smart, and and development – a rapidly expanding field – ter Development Plan in phases. The first phase Independent Democratic Conference, and joined very ethical and has an effective leadership style. together with retail and hotel space. requires the developer to create 220,000 square with republican state senators to give the republi- She is not the loudest person in the room but cer- While this project passed the Board of Leg- feet devoted to bio-tech and medical technology can a majority. tainly builds bridges and gets the job done. Many islators unanimously in 2017, the lease remained use, 100,000 square feet in medical office space, Initially, Stewart-Cousins was blamed for the of us from Yonkers who have been friends and unsigned by the executive branch upon the 80,000 square feet in retail space, and a hotel defection of IDC democrats, led by State Sen. Jeff confidants are all so very proud of her.” commencement of the Latimer Administration. with 120 rooms and conference facilities. Klein, and long reported, with the quiet assertion Brannan pointed to the first election that While the Latimer Administration was doing its Subsequent phases will be developed in of Gov. Andrew Cuomo.In early 2017, IDC mem- Stewart-Cousins ran for, challenging incumbent due diligence and reviewing the terms and con- stages after the first phase is complete. In the bership peaked, as Stewart-Cousins continued to Democrat Herman Keith for the County Board. ditions of the lease, the developer proposed add- event subsequent phases aren’t completed, the calmly make the case for why they should rejoin “That was a big deal and a big challenge, but with ing new uses of the property that were not previ- area subject to the phase can excluded from the their fellow democrats. Also in early 2017, a back- all due respect to Herman Keith, she was quite im- ously included in the lease, including residential lease. lash in New York and across the country against pressive, and it’s unusual to have that level of suc- use, arts and cultural use. This amendment to the The developer will provide the infrastruc- President Donald Trump began. cess the first time you run. She ran a great race and terms of the lease would have required further ture needed to serve the development, which in- In Albany, that outcry against Trump also won,” said Brannan. Board of Legislators’ approval. cludes streets, water, sewer, electricity and other pointed the finger at IDC members who were be- “Then having lost the Senate race by 18 votes, After further discussions with the Latimer utilities. traying their progressive democratic colleagues, that loss strengthened her and made her realize, Administration, and in an effort to get to work The county will initially receive $125,000 and denying Stewart-Cousins her right to become even more so, that every vote counts. She has on this forward-thinking economic development per year in rent and then 6 percent of annual majority leader. Cuomo was also questioned for his never taken an election for granted and even the project, the developer agreed to withdraw these gross rental income from the above uses except role, or lack thereof, in disbanding the IDC. last campaign (against Virginia Perez) she hit the proposed uses. 6 percent of annual gross income from the hotel, In 2018, progressive democrats stepped for- ground running. Westchester County Association President any assisted living facility and 6 percent for the ward to challenge IDC members, most notably “When you put all of those experiences to- and CEO William Mooney Jr. said: “It is clear other uses. Sen.-elect Alessandra Biaggi, who defeated Klein. gether, the triumphs and the loss, and you look at that the county executive and the Board of Leg- Lastly, the development will be subject to The IDC was quickly disbanded and now Stewart- her success on the County Board, passing historic islators have made economic development a pri- Town of Mount Pleasant zoning regulations and Cousins has a comfortable majority and a strong human rights legislation, and so much more. It’s ority. This project will go a long way to solidi- planning board approvals, county-leased land majority. Even as campaign financial records show easy to see that she’s paid her dues and is a class fying our region’s brand as a hub of innovation standards and SEQUR review. Klein making a donation to Virginia Perez, who act. In fact, last week during her swearing in she challenged Stewart-Cousins in a democratic pri- asked all of the women to stand up and be recog- mary, the leader of the Senate Democrats remained nized – democrats and republicans. Of course, she above the fray. also recognized her full delegation. She will serve tended Stepinac, not only performed in Stepinac “We’re at a time when people really feel they both Yonkers and our state well.” Stepinac Alumni Drama Club productions but also co-wrote the Continued from Page 1 books for two original school musicals. He went on to become an Academy Award nomi- Schreiber. Academy Award winner Voight has nated, Emmy award and Golden Globe win- SPECIAL EDUCATION ADMINISTRATOR been playing the role of the patriarch of the ning actor, director and screenwriter. After his M IDDLE S CHOOL troubled Donovan family since the series start- landmark television series, “M*A*S*H,” Alda ed. explored his lifelong interest in science as host Alda and Voight do not act together in any of PBS’s “Scientific American Frontiers.” of the scenes of the episode, which is currently A native of Yonkers, Voight starred in the streaming and is also available On Demand on Drama Club’s production of “Song of Norway.” Showtime. But, nine years ago, the venerable He has a long, distinguished career as a leading

Building a Bright Future actors were on stage together when they re- man and character actor who won an Academy turned to their alma mater to honor their teacher/ Award for “best actor” in “Coming Home” and 2019-20 ANTICIPATED VACANCIES mentor, the Rev. Bernie McMahon, who taught starred in other landmark films, including “Mid- The Penfield Central School District anticipates the following dramatics and literature at the all-boys Stepinac night Cowboy” and “Deliverance.” He is also probationary teaching openings for the 2019-20 school year: High School from 1951 to 1971. a Golden Globe winner and Emmy nominated In April 2009, McMahon was presented actor. TECHNOLOGY · MUSIC with Stepinac’s Major Bowes Award, bestowed McMahon earned a master’s degree in Eng- · SPANISH · ENGLISH on individuals whose superb talents have in- lish from the University of Minnesota, a doctor- · FRENCH · LITERACY (K-12) spired students to pursue careers in the theater ate from St. John’s University and a Fulbright · LIBRARY MEDIA · ELEMENTARY arts. Fittingly, the ceremony was held on the Fellowship to study at Cambridge University. SPECIALIST · PHYSICAL EDUCATION Major Bowes Auditorium stage where Alda Ordained a priest in 1948, McMahon has been and Voight performed as aspiring young actors a lifelong teacher and campus chaplain and has · SCHOOL COUNSELOR · SPEECH & LANGUAGE · SPECIAL EDUCATION DISABILITIES – but never together – as they graduated from officiated at the weddings of countless students Stepinac four years apart (Alda in the Class of and the baptisms of their children. (K-12) · CHEMISTRY/PHYSICS ’52 and Voight in the Class of ’56). Reflecting on his approach to teaching, All positions require appropriate NYS certification. During his tenure, McMahon moderated McMahon said: “My job was not to impose but Please complete an application online at www.penfield.edu the then-known Drama Club (since renamed to elicit what my students had inside of them. and apply to appropriate job. the Stepinac Theatre) and directed several of What I tried to do was create a sense of joy. If Penfield Central School District is in compliance with the United States Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Title IX its productions, chaired the English department they have that joy, they will find the real person Educational Amendment of 1972, Part 86, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The School District provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, and oversaw the Shepherd Yearbook and the in the character they are presenting.” creed, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, military/veteran status, genetic status, prior criminal record, or victim of domestic violence. Phoenix Literary Magazine. For more information, visit www.Stepinac. Alda, who lived in Elmsford when he at- org. FRiday, JaNuaRy 18, 2019 - RyE RiSiNG - PaGE 9

million peaking in Westchester County in 2018. Real Estate Houlihan Lawrence represented David Rock- Trumpty Dumpty Continued from Page 1 efeller’s country estate, Hudson Pines. Listed for $22 million, Hudson Pines sold for a record- Editor’s note: Chris, a frequent caller virtually unchanged from the prior year while setting $33 million and was the highest recorded into WVOX 1460 AM, read the following inventory in Dutchess declined by 11.8 percent. sale in Westchester County. poem to me and gave permission to print it. The number of pending sales in Westchester and In total, fi ve sales closed more than $10 mil- Putnam fell 10.9 percent and 11.4 percent, re- lion in 2018 – a monumental gain from a single spectively, while pending sales in Dutchess de- sale in 2017 – and exceeded the previous high Trumpty Dumpty clined by 17.2 percent. set in 2005. Some Westchester communities recorded In Greenwich, 10 sales closed more than sat on a wall double-digit increases in total sales for 2018 $10 million, an uptick from 2017 and the third compared to 2017, with Peekskill (33 percent consecutive year of gains in this price bracket. Trumpty Dumpty ), Hastings (25 percent ), Rye Neck (26 percent The highest sale of the year was a Georgian es- ), Greenburgh (14 percent ), Pleasantville (13 tate in Mid-Country. Its selling price of $17.5 could have a great fall percent ) and Somers (10 percent ) showing the million was half its original $35 million asking greatest increase. New York City buyers continue price, underscoring that even an eight-digit buy- All the kings men and to seek the Westchester rivertown communities. er seeks a fair price that represents value. In Dutchess, the sales leaders were Clin- These exceptional but fi nite sales did not All the kings horses ton (27 percent ), Beacon (20 percent ) and East make up for the overall decline in luxury sales. Fishkill (14 percent ). Dutchess is enjoying an In Westchester, Darien and New Canaan, luxury infl ux of residents from Brooklyn looking for a sales ($2 million and higher) declined by dou- May not put our country more relaxed country lifestyle, especially in the ble digits in 2018. Fewer luxury homes sold in Village of Beacon, which is undergoing a down- Putnam/Dutchess ($1 million and higher) and Back together again town revival. In Putnam, Haldane, Mahopac and Greenwich ($3 million and higher) ended the Brewster all posted double-digit sales gain for year with a slight 3 percent decline. Fourth quar- Cartoon by Katie Murphy the year of 33 percent, 11 percent and 12 percent, ter declines were especially deep in many mar- respectively. kets, dragging down year-end losses and placing Submarkets at a Glance even more pressure on pricing. NYC Gateway (Mount Vernon, New Ro- Many indicators point to a softening market chelle, Pelham and Yonkers). Homes sold: down in 2019. Pended sales (expected to close within 8 percent. Median sale price: up 5percent. 60 to 90 days) are down across the board and Lower Westchester. (Bronxville, Eastches- could impact fi rst quarter sales. The once red-hot ter, Edgemont, Scarsdale and Tuckahoe). Homes market in New York City cooled down in 2018, Weekend Events sold: down 11 percent. Median sale price: down resulting in a smaller pool of buyers heading 9 percent north. Houlihan Lawrence’s proprietary data in- Rivertowns (Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry, Hast- dicates that 25 percent to 30 percent of luxury At County Parks ings, Mount Pleasant, Pleasantville, Tarrytown, buyers originate from New York City and a sig- Briarcliff Manor, Elmsford, Irvington Ossining nifi cant chunk of losses experienced in 2018 are There are a number of events and pro- tinues Saturday and Sunday mornings through and Pocantico Hills). Homes sold: down 2 per- attributable to this shift. grams scheduled this weekend at Westchester March. Go to projectfeederwatch.org. 914- cent. Median sale price: up 2 percent. “The fi nancial markets entered negative County parks and nature centers. 862-5297. Greater White Plains (Greenburgh, Valhalla territory after a rousing 10-year run,” said An- On Saturday, Jan. 19 at Read Wildlife On Sunday, Jan. 20, Muscoot Farm on and White Plains). Homes sold: up 4 percent. thony Cutugno, senior vice president and direc- Sanctuary at Playland Park in Rye, “Wild Route 100 in Somers will host “All About Ice” Median sale price: up 5 percent. tor of private brokerage for Houlihan Lawrence. Ducks of Manursing Lake” is scheduled from from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Learn about the role ice Sound Shore (Blind Brook, Harrison, Ma- “Savvy investors were likely prepared for the 10 to 11:30 a.m. There are many species of played at Muscoot Farm and take a hike out to maroneck, Port Chester, Rye City and Rye inevitable dip but the volatility that accompanied ducks and diving birds that congregate in large the ice pond for an ice-cutting demonstration. Neck). Homes sold: down 1 percent. Median these declines left even the sturdiest investor numbers on the lake during the winter, feed- Weather permitting. 914-864-7282. sale price: up 2 percent. uneasy. Interest rates are expected to rise again ing and socializing on the protected, unfrozen Also on Sunday, Lasdon Park, Arboretum Northern Westchester (Bedford, Byram in 2019, and while that does not materially af- water body, as they await the arrival of spring. and Veterans Memorial on Route 35 in Somers Hills, Chappaqua, Katonah-Lewisboro, North fect the purchasing power of the luxury buyer, Dress warmly for a walk to learn to identify will host a conservatory tour from 2 to 3 p.m. Salem and Somers). Homes sold: down 7 per- it sends a signal about the overall strength of the them. For more information, call 914-967- Join Lasdon’s horticulturist for a tour featur- cent. Median sale price: up 1 percent. economy and impacts consumer confi dence.” 8720. ing the tropical rainforest exhibit and learn Northwest Westchester (Croton-on-Hud- Cutugno said there are economic bright Also on Saturday, the Trailside Nature about rainforests and colorful tropical plants. son, Hendrick Hudson, Lakeland, Peekskill and spots and opportunities for the savvy buyer to Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation on The regular weekend price is $7 for adults and Yorktown). Homes sold: down 4 percent. Me- embrace as we enter 2019 – unemployment is Routes 35 and 121 South in Cross River will $3 for children age 12 and younger. Purchase dian sale price: up 4 percent. at a record low and the equity markets created host “Family Maple Syrup Tapping” from 10 tickets at the Shop at Lasdon. 914-864-7268. Putnam County (Brewster, Carmel, Garri- extraordinary wealth since 2008, despite 2018 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring your family or a group From 2 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, the Marsh- son, Haldane, Lakeland, Mahopac and Putnam losses. of friends to learn the ins and outs of maple lands Conservancy in Rye will host a winter Valley). Homes sold: up 3 percent. Median sale “Tax changes can result in a net positive sugaring. This is a one-on-one event and times tree identifi cation workshop. Learn how to price: up 4 percent. gain for some and the next three months will must be reserved in advance. There is a $50 identify trees by their buds. Dress warmly. While luxury markets north of New York provide clarity to those who ultimately benefi t,” per-group fee that includes the tapping experi- 914-835-4466. City registered losses in 2018, the uber-luxury he said. “Sellers may have to accept their home ence, a souvenir photo/frame, and a bottle of More information about Westchester segment of the market demonstrated notable could achieve a selling price far less than they maple syrup (once the season has ended). The County parks and nature centers is available at growth, according to the Houlihan Lawrence imagine, and their motivation to sell and price program continues Jan. 26, and Feb. 2 and 9. parks.westchestergov.com. Luxury Market Report, with sales more than $10 competitively will drive the market in 2019.” 914-864-7322. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Hilltop Hanover Farm, 1271 Hanover St., Yorktown Heights, spinners and knitters are invited to CHARTER SCHOOL OF gather in an informal atmosphere and be part of a monthly spinning and knitting group. 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