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Vol 108 Number 44 www.RisingMediaGroup.com Friday, November 1, 2013 The ‘Greening’ of Yonkers We Endorse: Liam McLaughlin Helps City Move Forward For City Council President The office of Yonkers serve the people of Yon- City Council president is a kers with integrity, has the serious and important of- experience and has worked fice to hold. The council on the issues facing the president is the second- city, and has the ability highest elected official in and desire to work with all the fourth-largest city in members of the council New York State, and is one and Mayor Mike Spano for of the most prestigious of- a better Yonkers. fices in Westchester Coun- McLaughlin served ty. 10 years on the City Coun- The council president cil (2000-09), and during is the leader of the council, that time was an integral and must navigate the sev- part of the city passing 10 en-member body through balanced budgets. Serv- complex issues, such as ing as the council’s bud- balancing the needs of eco- get chairman, McLaughlin nomic development and helped the council pass job creation with afford- Liam McLaughlin bipartisan and consensus able housing, and balanc- budgets with former May- ing the needs of the 26,000 students in the Yonkers or Phil Amicone, which included negotiations with Public Schools with the ability of the taxpayers the city’s Fire and Police Departments on their The next step in the Yonkers Riverfront Esplanade – just one of the city’s successful green to pay. And anyone who watches the City Coun- budget proposals and contracts. initiatives. Photo by Donna Davis. cil meetings on Channel 78 knows that the coun- Both police unions (PBA and CLSA) and By Dan Murphy that the city, in partnership with the Green Pol- cil president is the face of the city for most of the the Yonkers Firefighters Local 628 have endorsed Efforts by the City of Yonkers and com- icy Task Force, will present the first “Yonkers many council meetings. McLaughlin for council president. munity groups such as Groundwork Hudson Green City” walking tour Saturday, Nov. 2 at The most important trait of a good council While on the council, McLaughlin also Valley and the Yonkers Green Policy Task the Yonkers Train Station, 5 Buena Vista Ave. president, in our view, is the ability to seek and served as the council Environmental Police and Force have placed the city on the map as a “Yonkers is leading New York in moving find consensus on the City Council, and work with Protection chairman, and has received the en- “green” destination and success story, and forward a sustainability agenda that is not just the mayor for the good of the city. dorsement from the state and Westchester chapter have helped spur economic development and saving energy and our environment, but sav- We endorse Liam McLaughlin for City Coun- of the League of Conservation Voters. job creation. ing millions of tax dollars each year,” he said. cil president because we are confident that he can Continued on Page 8 This week Mayor Mike Spano announced Continued on Page 11 TV and Movie Productions We Endorse: John Larkin & Dennis Filming in Yonkers Triples Shepherd for Council Dist. 4 & 6

Councilman John Larkin Councilman Dennis Shepherd

Yonkers voters will be electing their next energetic candidates who have brought the city councilperson when they go to the polls views and experiences of the next generation Nov. 5, in the Second, Fourth and Sixth Dis- of Yonkers residents to the forefront in their tricts; Yonkers Rising endorses the re-election council campaigns. Actor Steve Buscemi has made several filming appearances in Yonkers in his role as Nucky of City Councilman Dennis Shepherd in the Theotokatos is a Democratic ward leader Thompson in HBO’s “Boardwalk Empire.” Fourth District and John Larkin in the Sixth and already serves the public in his work with The one year anniversary of the creation of of the most sought-after cities for filming in New District. Americares, an organization that focuses on the Yonkers Office of Film & Photography and York State,” said Mayor Mike Spano. District 4 health and emergency response to those in www.FilmYonkers.com was recently celebrated, Yonkers’ strategic location to New York Councilman Dennis Shepherd, a Repub- need in this country and around the world. with the announcement that filming in Yonkers City, and its historical and panoramic sites, make lican, has two challengers on the ballot next Neider is a student at Westchester Commu- for movies and television productions has tripled. it a natural fit for the big screen. The Yonkers week: Democrat Tim Theotokatos and Inde- nity College who collected enough valid sig- “I am proud to say that Yonkers is now one Continued on Page 11 pendent candidate Brandon Neider. natures to get on the ballot – a feat that several Both Theotokatos and Neider are young, Continued on Page 8 We Endorse: Rob Astorino We Endorse: Pineda for Council; For County Executive Rachelle for County Board

Corazon Pineda Rachelle “Rocky” Richard

The race for City Council in the Second Terrero is still running on the Indepen- District was, in our view, decided in the Dem- dence Party line, but while he narrowly won the ocratic primary held Sept. 10 when first-time Democratic primary four years ago, he should candidate Corazon Pineda defeated incumbent accept his narrow loss to Pineda this year. County Executive Rob Astorino receives an endorsement from former Yonkers NAACP Presi- Councilman Wilson Terrero by 23 votes. Pineda continues her outreach and cam- dent Tankia Inlaw on Wednesday. Photo by Bayan Baker. District 2 has a large Democratic and La- paigning right up to Election Day, and recently tino constituency and represents southwest received the endorsement of Yonkers Firefight- The people of Westchester will cast one a recent Marist poll finding 30 percent of West- Yonkers. ers Local 628. Dozens of Yonkers firefighters of their most important votes when they decide chester voters thinking taxes should be the top Pineda showed the dedication she will have joined Pineda in her door-to-door “Get Nov. 5 who will be their county executive for priority for the next county executive. have to the people of the Second District in the Out The Vote” campaign. the next four years. The issue of immediate con- Four years ago, Rob Astorino was elected way that she ran her campaign against the in- “The Yonkers firefighters of Local 628 cern to the families, taxpayers and homeowners county executive on a promise to control spend- cumbent – by going door to door and asking for enthusiastically support Corazon Pineda in her in Westchester County are property taxes, with Continued on Page 9 the people’s vote. Continued on Page 9 PAGE 2 - Yonkers Rising - Friday, November 1, 2013 Councilmen Visit D.C. for Local Progress Meeting

From left are (back row, center) Yonkers City Council President Chuck Lesnick, Yonkers City Councilman Christopher Johnson and Councilman Michael Sabatino, with leaders from across the country at a Local Progress meeting in Washington, D.C.

Yonkers City Council President Chuck Le- “Since we founded Local Progress a year housing. kers will be putting forth proposals to support snick and Councilmembers Michael Sabatino ago, our network has grown from 55 to more “It showed me that Yonkers could be a her efforts to reduce outstanding principal to and Christopher Johnson joined more than 60 than 300 active members on city councils in al- leader with our Living Wage and Affordable allow families to remain in their homes and to elected officials from around the country last most every state, and the number of best practic- Housing Bills – but we need to do them right,” see if that could work in Yonkers, as well,” said week in Washington, D.C., to discuss voting es we have shared has expanded exponentially,” he said. Sabatino. rights, immigrant integration, housing policy, he said. “I particularly liked the training with Yonkers City Councilman Michael Saba- Lesnick added: “It was a unique oppor- sustainable cities and the creation of good jobs. www.AliceLaw.org, the database of progressive tino, who has been working on a strategy to ad- tunity in which local elected officials and key The second annual meeting of Local Progress, a legislation from throughout the country.” dress foreclosures, will now model some ideas advocates came together to build important in- national bipartisan network of municipal elect- Yonkers City Councilman Christopher after those of Richmond, Calif., after its Mayor frastructure, deepen their relationships, and dis- ed officials, was co-founded by the Center for Johnson said it was educational and inspira- Gayle McLaughlin discussed how she helped cuss local policy solutions that will yield lasting Popular Democracy in 2012. tional to see what other municipal officials are reduce outstanding principal to allow families progressive change.” Lesnick, who helped found the organiza- implementing, especially in the areas of low- to remain in their homes there. For more information, visit www.local- tion, talked about its growth and potential. income workers compensation and affordable “As a result, in the weeks to come, Yon- progress.org. Seven Yonkers Unions Endorse John Larkin for Re-Election

District 6 City Councilman and Council Larkin. sent Yonkers City Council’s Sixth District. ensure that Yonkers continues to strive, grow Minority Leader John Larkin has received “I am proud to receive the endorsements “John’s experience, enthusiasm and passion and flourish.” endorsements from seven city unions for re- of all seven unions covering the majority of to do what’s right for the people of his district John Halpin, president of UFOA, added: election. our employees in the City of Yonkers,” said are only a few of the reasons why the Yon- “Minority Leader Larkin has consistently ex- The Yonkers Police Benevolent Asso- the councilman “These are the men and wom- kers PBA is enthusiastically endorsing him in hibited the type of leadership qualities that ciation; the Captain, Lieutenants, Sergeants en who keep our streets and homes safe, insure his effort for re-election to the Yonkers City transcend both politics and parties. He proud- Association; Yonkers Firefighters Local 628; our children are receiving a good education, Council,” he said. ly serves the people of the Sixth District and Uniformed Fire Officers Association; Yonkers keep our streets and parks clean, and keep our Lt. Tom Phelan, president of CLSA, the City of Yonkers with a fair and good sense Federation of Teachers; Teamsters Local 456; city running smoothly and efficiently.” added: “The men and women of the Yon- approach to government.” and Service Employees International Union Det. Keith Olson, president of the PBA, kers Police Department Captain’s, Lieuten- Pat Puleo, president of the Yonkers Fed- Local 704 have all voiced their support of said Larkin is the perfect candidate to repre- ant’s and Sergeant’s Association are proud to eration of Teachers, called Larkin a hardwork- endorse John Larkin for City Council in the ing representative that is interested in improv- Sixth District. We have worked with John and ing the City of Yonkers. “He understands that know he is a man of integrity and has always good public schools are an important element made public safety a high priority as a council in moving Yonkers forward,” said Puleo. “The person. We have faith that John Larkin will YFT endorses Councilman Larkin because he continue to insure that public safety will be a truly does care about the students and will top priority so that the Yonkers Police Depart- work to improve our public schools.” ment can effectively fight crime in Yonkers.” “We all recognize that Yonkers has a dif- Local 628 President Barry McGoey said ficult road to travel, but working in a coop- Larkin has proven that he has the experience, erative manner we will be able to solve these knowledge and demeanor to represent the res- pressing issues and concerns,” said Larkin. idents of the Sixth District and the entire City “Our City employees are all dedicated to their of Yonkers. jobs and deserve our respect and admiration “The Yonkers firefighters are confident for a job well done.” in Councilman John Larkin’s ability to work Larkin is running on the Republican, in a bipartisan manner to identify and solve Conservative and Independence Party bal- the many issues facing the City of Yonkers,” lot lines. His challenger is Jason Hungreder, he said. “We look forward to working with who is running on the Working Families Party Councilman John Larkin and the entire Yon- line; there is no Democratic candidate for City kers City Council in a collaborative effort to Council in the Sixth District. FRidAY, NoVEMbER 1, 2013 - YoNkERs RisiNG - PAGE 3 Finally

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Dear Editor: Bramson. I have lived in New Rochelle all of my life I won a settlement against the city in 2011 and operated a small business here for the last for police misconduct when I was detained and 13 years. Under Noam Bramson’s leadership, assaulted for trying to operate my business. I am Letters to the Editor the City of New Rochelle has locked my busi- now in federal court challenging the city-rigged ness out of providing services to the city under bidding for city contracts. Dear Editor: were all able to buck party bosses and win the competitive bidding. Noam Bramson has been bad for business Unfortunately, many people are disgusted Independence Party nomination. Their signifi- I am hardly the only black-owned business in New Rochelle; he has been bad for black- with politicians and the political process be- cant victories should be especially troubling to experience harassment, intimidation and co- owned businesses; and he has certainly been bad cause of their impression that the process is for the Noam Bramsom campaign, as each of ercion under Noam Bramson. I cannot think of a for my business. often times rigged and the real decisions are these candidates’ legislative districts encom- single black-owned New Rochelle business that Angelo Williams made in smoky backrooms. pass parts of New Rochelle – Bramsom’s home has been awarded a city contract under Noam Owner, Avalon Towing Never more has this been the case than turf. with the Independence Party endorsement of One can only wonder what the outcome an almost solid slate of Democratic candidates would have been if the Independence Party did for the County Board of Legislators and its not engage in backroom deals and use legal Dear Editor: Westchester County. With Rob Astorino as county selection in the County Executive race. It ap- wrangling to keep County Executive Rob As- There is a recent Marist poll that indicates that executive, buying a home in Westchester County is pears that this decision was solely made on the torino off of the primary ballot. The victories 65 percent of Westchester County residents believe actually feasible. With property tax bills actually basis that the Independence Party failed to be by these legislative candidates are without a the county is headed in the right direction. Person- going down, and county tax bills actually dropping properly rewarded with patronage positions for doubt a shot across the bow of the Bransom ally, I agree with this result and believe this is due by 2 percent after years of exponential increases, its prior support of current County Executive campaign and the Independence Party bosses. in large part to the outstanding job that current owning a home in Westchester County is some- Rob Astorino. The message is clear: The people are tired County Executive Rob Astorino has done since he thing my husband and I can seriously consider. However, a funny thing happened: Despite of backroom deals and instead want their voic- was elected in 2009. That is why, in a county where Democrats a significant disadvantage of running on an op- es heard. The Marist poll also says that taxes are still hold a 2-to-1 enrollment advantage, 65 percent of portunity ballot (that is as a write-in candidate) Cara Ann Polizzi the number-one concern of county residents. For residents believe the county headed by Republi- Jim Maisano, Shelia Marcotte and John Verni Larchmont too long, residents have suffered a never-ending can Rob Astorino is headed in the right direction. parade of increasing taxes. Exorbitant tax rates Astorino’s actions with regard to taxes have hit a are an issue that cuts across party lines. That is be- positive chord throughout the county, and that is cause it is an issue that threatens to force retirees reflected in the Marist poll results. Dear Editor: Westchester County’s purchase of a permanent out of their homes, prevents younger individuals My husband and I just cannot afford a home With election for county executive just conservation easement of the property. from moving into the area, and impacts the fam- in Westchester County if Noam Bramson becomes around the corner, I wanted to bring to this pa- The 59 acres may not seem like a tre- ily budget of every single resident (regardless of county executive. The residents of the county are per’s attention an issue that is not getting much mendous amount of land when compared with ideology). happy with Rob Astorino, and confident that they attention at this point. That issue is the environ- Teatown’s 875 acres; the Croft’s unique loca- I have lived in Westchester County all of my have a leader who is finally looking out for them. ment. tion, however, will allow it to have a multiplier life. My husband and I are prospective homeown- Andrea DeGaetano As a resident of Briarcliff Manor and an effect for conservation. The Croft land is imme- ers and would love to be able to purchase a home in Westchester avid user of our local parks, I wanted to remind diately adjacent to Teatown’s property and ulti- your readers about County Executive Rob As- mately helps unite some 2,000 acres of land in torino’s contribution to local environmental the Croton Watershed. It will be instrumental in Dear Editor: pare Astorino to President George W. Bush. At conservation. County Executive Astorino was protecting the region’s Biotic Corridor. Noam Bramson has been running a des- least we don’t think he has. instrumental in facilitating a unique partnership This is just one example of County Execu- perate campaign. The Democratic candidate for But Westchester voters are smarter than that. between Teatown Lake Reservation, the Open tive Astorino’s work on behalf of environmental Westchester County executive is unable to run on The important question is: How has Astori- Space Institute, and the county. conservation. I applaud his work in forming this his own record as mayor of New Rochelle, where no governed? An overwhelming majority seems This partnership led to the protection of The unique partnership and for being a local leader taxes have skyrocketed under his watch. He’s to think he’s done quite well; a recent Marist poll Croft, a 59-acre parcel, which will be preserved fighting to preserve this regions rich environ- also unable to run on County Executive Rob As- stated that a whopping 64 percent of Westchester in perpetuity as open space and will remain un- mental heritage. torino’s record, since the Republican incumbent residents believe the county is headed in the right spoiled for our future generations. County Ex- Diana DeLuca has kept his first-term promises to cut taxes, re- direction. That is a bold testament to the leader- ecutive Astorino was instrumental in facilitating Briarcliff Manor sponsibly reduce the size of county government, ship ability of Rob Astorino. and create jobs. And like New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, So Bramson has taken a page out of his na- Astorino has demonstrated the ability in a very Dear Editor: has been able to partner with Democrats on the tional party’s playbook to paint his opponent as “blue” state to cross party lines and appeal to all I am writing to express my support for Board of Legislators in order to pass important a “Tea Party extremist.” He’s compared Astorino voters. That’s why he’s received the endorse- County Executive Rob Astorino in the upcoming legislation. Astorino worked with county Demo- to Newt Gingrich and Sen. Ted Cruz, and he’s ments of the Teamsters and other unions, and election Nov. 5. Since he was elected in 2009, I crats to pass the 2012 budget and showed that proclaimed that “this is the most right-wing and black community leaders like New Rochelle feel that the county has once again been headed he was willing to compromise on important is- extreme administration in the modern history of NAACP President Ronald Williams, Grace Bap- in the right direction. sues and yet fight to ensure that taxpayers were Westchester County.” tist Church Rev. Dr. W. Franklyn Richardson of County Executive Astorino has all of the protected. Really? Please. Mount Vernon, and Bishop C. Nathan Edwers, attributes that I feel are needed to be a success- Finally, the true measure of an elected offi- Never before has such national issues as president of the United Black Clergy, among ful leader. He has stood up for taxpayers, he has cial is whether once they are elected they follow abortion, gun control and gay marriage been the others; as well as Jewish community leaders like worked across party lines, and he has led by ex- through on their campaign promises. County Ex- primary focus of a candidate in a county execu- Martine Fleishman and Nancy Zaro. ample. ecutive Astorino has done just that. When he was tive race in Westchester. But Bramson’s strategy Even the New York League of Conservation The biggest issue facing Westchester Coun- elected he actually shrank his own staff by 19 is obvious: gin up Democratic turnout in an off- Voters has endorsed Astorino. ty is the overwhelming property tax burden faced percent and he and his staff began contributing year election by preying upon fears and pressing Yes, no wonder Bramson is desperate. by every resident. Westchester continues to have toward the cost of their health insurance. the hot buttons on issues his base drools over but That’s because Rob Astorino deserves another the highest property tax burden in the nation. In There are many other attributes that cannot that have nothing to do with running Westchester four years as Westchester County executive. the four years that he was in office, County Ex- be listed here, but County Executive Astorino County. Tim O’Leary ecutive Astorino never once raised taxes. In fact, has cut taxes, fostered a bipartisan atmosphere The only thing Bramson hasn’t done is com- White Plains the county portion of the property tax bill has de- and demanded financial accountability of his clined by 2 percent. If we only had more leaders own staff and the county government overall. Dear Editor: swer to that is a resounding “Yes.” like County Executive Astorino, perhaps West- His first four years have been a resounding suc- I have been a community and political ac- I will be beholden only to my constituents if chester would lose the title of the county with the cess and I know when he is re-elected his next tivist for more than 20 years and I have always elected and I will be not be beholden to the party highest property tax burden in the nation. four years promise more of the same. wanted to give back to my community. That is not bosses or political insiders, because that is the fight Another sign of a true leader is how he Gerald Yeung a little goal – that is a big goal and that is what all that I have fought for the last 20 years. If elected works with the opposition. The county executive White Plains elected officials should strive to do. I will always do what is in the best interests of the People talk about getting rid of career poli- citizens of Yonkers, Bronxville and Westchester. ticians, and this year we have an opportunity to Vote 12D on Tuesday, Election Day, Nov. Dear Editor: sible for the county executive to somehow ban or wipe the slate clean and bring a new day to the 5, 2013. Vote Row D for Del and the rest of the I have never written a letter to the editor be- limit abortion. 15th District. Working Families Party team. fore, but I have become so disgusted by the ad- The real question is: Why is the Democratic Isn’t it time to elect a person from the com- Delfim Heusler, Working Families Party can- vertisements put out by the Democratic candidate candidate always bringing up these issues? munity and not a career politician? I say the an- diate for County Legislator 15th Distirct for county executive. In all my years of following The only reason I can imagine is that he is local politics I have never seen a candidate distort seeking to win the race by misrepresenting the the issues in such a glaring way. “real” issues addressed by county government. The county executive is the head of the Ex- These “real” issues, such as high taxes and slug- ecutive Branch of county government. The pow- gish economic growth, have already improved Fibromyalgia ers of that office are clearly defined, however the during Astorino’s first term. In just four years, Democratic candidate is seeking to distort and he’s lowered property taxes and cut wasteful Sufferers Wanted mislead voters. In his advertisements, the Demo- spending. cratic candidate consistently brings up guns and Astorino’s Democratic opponent certainly abortion. The implication is that County Execu- isn’t running a positive campaign. 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DiFiore, a Democrat, is run- and figures were loudly expressing their opposi- county clerk Nov. 5 and will chose between ning unopposed, with no Republican or minor tion to DiFiore. Democratic incumbent Tim Idoni and Republi- party opposition this year. DiFiore was cleared of any wrongdoing con- can challenger, Somers Supervisor Mary Beth DiFiore won competitive countywide races cerning her longtime live-in nanny, who after be- Murphy. for D.A. in 2005 (as a Republican, defeating ing paid off the books for many years received We endorse Idoni for re-election based Democrat Tony Castro), and in 2009 (as a Demo- benefits from the Westchester County Department on his record of accomplishment over the past crat, defeating Republican Dan Schorr and Inde- of Social Services. It never was raised as a cam- eight years for the people of Westchester. Not pendent Tony Castro). paign issue because nobody has stepped forward only has Idoni modernized the office and the She will be the only Westchester D.A. in to run against DiFiore. oversight or the many legal and real estate doc- recent memory to have won re-election without And it is no fault of the D.A. that nobody uments that the county clerk maintains, he has opposition. Legendary Westchester D.A. Carl stepped forward to challenge her. also reduced the cost of his office for the West- Vergari, and his successor Jeanine Pirro, ran with II. Should we ask that every four years, the chester taxpayer. opposition nine times – from 1969 to 2001. The two major parties – or an Independent Party can- A backlog of mortgage filings is now gone. decision by Westchester Republicans not to nomi- didate – give the voters a choice for the big three Westchester residents can now obtain more doc- nate a candidate against DiFiore may be in part countywide races, for county executive, district uments online, and at their home or office, in- because DiFiore won election as a Republican attorney and county clerk? Or if the candidate is stead of having to go to White Plains for them. for County Court and Supreme Court judge and doing a good job and the opposing party can’t find Idoni has reduced staff by 29 percent, re- for D.A. before switching parties to Democrat in a candidate, are unopposed countywide elections duced overtime costs by 97 percent, and re- duced the overall cost of the County Clerk’s Of- 2007, and is widely respected across party lines OK? County Clerk Tim Idoni in Westchester. Janet DiFiore has the trust of the vast majori- fice to the Westchester taxpayers by 18 percent. DiFiore’s unopposed election raises two ty of Westchester residents, based on her record as Mary Beth Murphy is a qualified candi- records public is a decision that the state, and questions: D.A. protecting the people of the county. We wish date for county clerk and has a record of ac- not the county clerk, must make. And the state I. Where were all the frequent critics of Dis- her continued success over the next four years. complishment in Somers. But her campaign has has acted by now allowing gun permit holders primarily focused on one issue; Idoni’s decision to “opt out” of having their names and address- last year to comply with a Journal News FOIL es public record. request for the names and addresses of West- The issue of gun permits and public disclo- chester residents with gun permits. Murphy has sure is not the primary issue in the election of blasted Idoni’s decision, to comply with the law, our next county clerk, in our view. Much more League of Conservation Voters as the focal point of her campaign. important issues are how the office is running, The decision to obtain the names and ad- what the quality of services provided for the dresses of gun permit holders in Westchester, people of Westchester is, and what the cost to Endorses Local Candidates and print them in an online map, was the foolish the taxpayers it. The undersigned members of New York legislator decision of the Journal News and not Idoni. Idoni has delivered better results for a low- League of Conservations Voters Westchester Jim Maisano for District 11 county leg- The people of Westchester may have been er cost – a difficult task in government today. Chapter Board are pleased to announce their islator sued by the Journal News if Idoni chose not to The Office of County Clerk should bea support of candidates in the upcoming election Liam McLaughlin for Yonkers City Coun- comply, which is happening in Putnam County, non-political, service-oriented department of Nov. 5, for the positions of county executive, cil president after that county clerks’ decision not to comply. county government, as it is under Idoni, who we Board of Legislators, supervisors and mayors. Catherine Parker for District 7 county leg- The decision of whether to keep gun permit endorse for re-election as county clerk Nov. 5. Each local Chapter Board selects can- islator didates for NYLCV endorsement based on a Peter Parsons for Lewisboro town super- comprehensive analysis of questionnaire re- visor sponses and a personal interview with each Thomas Roach Jr. for White Plains mayor candidate. The NYLCV Westchester Chapter Norman Rosenblum for Mamaroneck vil- Board has selected the following impressive lage mayor roster of candidates – Republicans and Demo- Michael Schiliro for North Castle town Letters to the Editor crats – for Westchester based on their local en- supervisor Dear Editor, These efficiencies have allowed the County vironmental advocacy and commitment: Don Scott for Bedford town supervisor Westchester County Clerk Tim Idoni has Clerk’s Office to enjoy a surplus of revenues over Noam Bramson for county executive Nancy Seligson for Mamaroneck town done a fantastic job of reducing costs at the expenses. This surplus of more than $15 million Nicholas Bianco for Yorktown town su- supervisor County Clerk’s Office. He is one of the outstand- has been returned to the county treasury, offset- pervisor MaryJane Shimsky for District 12 county ing government managers in the state. All West- ting income that would otherwise need to be Alison Boak for Pound Ridge town super- legislator chester voters should examine his record and raised through property tax increases. visor John Testa for District 1 county legisla- vote to re-elect him. All this was accomplished with no reduction Catherine Borgia for District 9 county ture Idoni has reduced the operating budget of in services. When Idoni came to office there were legislator The New York League of Conservation the County Clerk’s Office by 18 percent. This is delays of up to six months in recording deeds and Susanne Donnelly for Ossining town su- Voters is the only statewide environmental or- a major and unusual accomplishment. Previously mortgages. That backlog has been completely pervisor ganization in New York that fights for clean the office relied on temporary workers to handle erased. Documents are in the system within 24 Paul Feiner for Greenburgh town supervi- water, clean air, renewable energy and open spikes in workload. hours. Idoni has used modern management, im- sor space through political action. It is non-parti- In addition, overtime for hourly employees proved technology and better coordination with Mary Foster for Peekskill mayor san, pragmatic and effective. When New York- was out of control. Idoni instituted an oversight other governmental units to streamline the office Peter Harckham for District 2 county leg- ers go to the polls, they count on NYLCV to system to better manage the workload. Staff was and serve the people of Westchester more effec- islator recommend the candidates most likely to be cross-trained to perform multiple jobs. tively. Ken Jenkins for District 16 county legis- environmental leaders in office. Idoni has cut overall staffing by 29 percent, There is no doubt that the people of West- lator For more information about NYLCV, vis- without layoffs, since taking office. He eliminat- chester will be well served by returning Idoni for Michael Kaplowtiz for District 4 county it www.nylcv.org. ed the office of chief deputy county clerk. That another term as county clerk. step alone saved taxpayers an annual salary of Eugene Tozzi $100,000. New Rochelle

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Dear Editor: electronic filing of court records. Being able to Learn about Many Westchester residents will never deal submit documents electronically from our offices directly with the County Clerk’s Office, which is at any hour of the day saves us time and money. Judicial Candidates responsible for land records such as deeds and In addition to being local attorneys, we are mortgages, as well as civil and criminal court fil- also taxpayers. So while we love having a more in NY State ings. That’s why we are reaching out to you to efficient and responsive office, we can also be Go to: let you know why we strongly support the re- proud that Tim has improved service to his cus- nycourts.gov/vote election of Westchester County Clerk Tim Idoni. tomers while also reducing the cost of the office As attorneys, we need an efficient and re- to the taxpayers. Tim Idoni’s 2013 operating bud- a non-partisan website, to learn about sponsive County Clerk’s Office in order to be get is 18 percent less than the budget when he the judicial candidates in your area able to serve our clients who may be purchasing took office. a home, trying to resolve a debt, or turning to We hope you will join us in voting to re- the court to assist them. Since taking office, Tim elect Westchester County Clerk Tim Idoni. Idoni has taken a hands-on approach to improv- Dolores A. Battalia, Esq.; Eileen Songer Mc- ing the office for his customers – and the results Carthy, Esq.; Matthew J. Costa, Esq.; Mary are impressive. Beth Mullins, Esq.; Frank DiMarco, Esq.; ONLINE ONLY AUCTION Tim eliminated the months-long document Jean Partridge, Esq.; Jon A. Dorf, Esq.; Patri- C. H. Quay, Carver Companies & Rotterdam General Contracting (Albany NY Area) backlog which existed when he took office. Our cia Smithwick Rafter, Esq.; Jaine Elkind Eney, Bidding Opens: Wed. 10/23/13 Begins Closing: Wed. 11/6/13 & Thurs. 11/7/13 clients who purchased a new home would not see Esq.; Jared Rice, Esq.; Gerry Feinberg, Esq.; Approx. 1000 Lots Sell @ Absolute Auction: Job Completion, Downsizing & Surplus Contractor their deed recorded until many months after their Kevin G. Ryan, Esq.; Matthew Feinberg, Esq.; Related Assets Heavy & Light Construction Equipment, Trucks, Trailers, 300 Ton Track Cranes, Backhoes, Excavators, Dozers, Vehicles, Jobsite Trailers, Storage Trailers, Service Trucks, purchase. Now, a deed submitted on Monday for Ronald A. Sher, Esq.; Cindy Goldstein, Esq.; Dumps, Rollers, Tractors, Quarry Equip., Concrete Equip, Forms, Lull Lifts, Farm Equipment, recording will be back in our hands before the Randy Solomon, Esq.; Alan M. Goldston, Port Equipment, Soil Testing Equip, ATV’s, Tools, Support Equipment, Building Materials, 200+- Pallets of Block, Commercial Furnishings & Fixtures & Much More. end of the same week. And that’s when we sub- Esq.; Richard A. Sosis, Esq.; Gary M. Heller, Everything Sells To Highest Bidder! mit documents in paper. Esq.; Frank W. Streng, Esq.; Elisa Lefkowitz, See Web for Terms and Details: Tim has implemented progressive solutions Esq.; Gary Trachten, Esq.; Liz Liscio, Esq.; www.collarcityauctions.com such as electronic submission of land records and and Gregory T. Varian, Esq. (518) 895-8150 x103

Dear Editor: with “pride” and say ‘look, we did this for the Concerning the article in the Oct. 25 edi- working people” and thus those who oppose it Looking for 50 Homeowners tion, “Council Democrats Put Forward Living will be made to look like they are opposed to Wage Law,” I shook my head in amazement as working people. to Qualify for a FREE these seemingly intelligent representatives of Nothing could be further from the truth! our fair city outline a plan that would undermine Council member Sabatino stated: “Earning a liv- Home Solar System and pretty much destroy our very delicate econ- ing wage benefits the employees, and the com- omy here in Yonkers. munity they live and work in.” This is partially Own Your Own Home We wish to attract new companies to Yon- correct in that it will benefit the employees in the kers, not send the ones we have packing. If the short term. In the long-term, companies will be Have a Southernly-Facing Roof lame duck City Council president and his Dem- forced to raise their prices and pass them along Little to No Shading ocratic lackeys on the council wish for a “living to the consumers (including their own employ- wage,” perhaps they should bring the subject up ees) or shut their doors and move out of our city, Pay an Electric Bill with our Democratic Sens. George Latimer and and thus be a blight to the community and no Andrea Stewart-Cousins and our Democratic benefit. The U.S. Government and State of New York have financial Assemblywoman Shelly Mayer, because that is Michael Rotanelli’s appearance at this press incentives that provide homeowners the opportunity to where it should be addressed – at the state level. conference and his political literature promoting replace your electric provider with solar power. It is a state issue because if passed here in a “living wage” just proves that he is clueless Yonkers, it would give other municipalities in and should not be considered for Yonkers City Roof Diagnostics Solar is now qualifying 50 homes for a FREE home solar system. Call 845-694-3536 to see if your home qualifies! the area an unfair advantage in the recruitment Council president. of new business. What businessman in his or her I urge the Republican council members to right mind would voluntarily pay twice the go- utterly reject this political grandstanding and al- ing rate for unskilled labor? But the gentlemen low the incremental minimum wage law passed proposing this legislation know this and so their by the state to take effect and not allow our city 845-694-3536 collective position is strictly political. If passed to fall into greater ruin. in his final days on a Democratic-controlled Denis Giannelli council, Lesnick and his cronies can point to it Yonkers PAGE 6 - Yonkers Rising - Friday, November 1, 2013 Classifieds Legal Notices ANTIQUES • ART • COLLECTIBLES and complete the online application. Selected Most cash paid for paintings, antiques, furni- applicants will be invited for an interview Clos- Notice of formation of RJA- Notice of formation of a lim- ture, silver, sculpture, jewelry, books, cameras, ing: Until filled. (Prince Edward County Public A&A Construction Manage- ited liability company (LLC): records, instruments, coins, watches, gold, com- Schools, 35 Eagle Drive, Farmville, Virginia ment LLC Arts. Of Org. filed Betwixt, LLC, filed with the ics, sports cards, etc. Please call Aaron at 914- 2391– 434-315-2100 ext. 3533 EOE with the Sect’y of State of NY Secretary of State of NY 654-1683. FOREMEN to lead utility (SSNY) on 8/22/2013. Of- (SSNY) on 7/12/13. Of- Love great food? Outgoing people field crews. Outdoor physical work, many fice location: Westchester. fice location: Westchester needed to promote and merchandise Five Acre positions, paid training, $17/hr. plus weekly The street address is: 636 County. SSNY designated Farms local products in Westchester supermar- performance bonuses after promotion, living N. Terrace Avenue, Apt 5A, as agent of Betwixt, LLC Mount Vernon, NY, 10552. upon whom process against kets. $14/hr. Reliable transportation and com- allowance when traveling, company truck and SSNY has been designated it may be served. SSNY puter a must. Contact: [email protected]. benefits. Must have strong leadership skills, as agent of the LLC upon shall mail a copy of any Building superintendent good driving history, and be able to travel in whom process against it process to: Betwixt, LLC, 1 work-out. Position at Larchmont building, New York and NE States. Email resume to Re- may be served. 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THE CITY OF YONKERS, BUREAU OF PURCHASING, City Hall, 40 South Broadway, Room 102, Yonkers, New York 10701, will receive sealed Bids for the following projects until 2:00 PM, on the dates below. Sealed Bids will be publicly opened and read at the Meade Engineering, PLLC Notice of formation of Ameri- Notice of formation of Rich address above. Solicitation documents are available for downloading from the Empire has filed articles of organi- can Rational Coaching LLC. Street Realty LLC Arts. Of State Purchasing Group website at http://www.empirestatebidsystem.com/. The City zation with the Secretary of Arts. Of Org. filed with the Org. filed with the Sect’y welcomes and encourages participation by local and minority and women owned busi- State of NYS on 09/30/2013. Sect’y of State of NY (SSNY) of State of NY (SSNY) on ness enterprises. The offices of this company on 09/05/2013. Office loca- 8/26/2013. Office location: ______are located in Dutchess tion: Westchester County. Westchester County. The County, NY. The Secretary The street address is: 123 street address is: 3 Tibbetts 1. Bid-5818 – Opening date 11/13/2013 – provide maintenance & repairs on valves of State has been designat- Mamaroneck Ave Unit 312, Road Yonkers NY 10705. manufactured by Ross Valve Manufacturing Co. Inc. ed as agent of the limited li- Mamaroneck, NY 10543. SSNY has been designated 2. Bid 5824 – Opening date 11/13/2013 – Televising & cleaning of sewers and drains ability company upon whom SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon as needed. process against it may be as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may 3. Bid-5814 – Opening date 11/20/2013 – furnish & install outdoor kennel drain sys- served. The address to whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail tem for the new Animal Shelter. which the Secretary of State be served. SSNY shall mail process served to: United 4. Bid-5787 – Opening date 11/20/2013 – purchase of up to 3 refuse vehicles per shall mail a copy of any pro- process served to: I G Sam States Corporation Agents, Yonkers specifications. cess against the limited li- Hayek, 123 Mamaroneck Inc., 7014 13th Ave Suite 5. Bid-5793 – Opening date 11/20/2013 – purchase of up to 3 roll-off trucks per Yon- ability company served upon Ave Unit 312, Mamaroneck, 202, Brooklyn NY 11228. kers specifications. him or her is 28 Merrywood NY 10543. Purpose: any Purpose: any lawful act. 6. Bid-5788 – Opening date 11/20/2013 – purchase of 2 model year 2013 or newer Road, Wappingers Falls, lawful act or activity. vans per Yonkers specifications mounted with Dur-A-Lift model DVS-29 or equal New York, 12590. The com- #6468 10/25/13-11/29/13 aerial lifts. pany is organized to con- # 6458 9/27/13 – 11/01/13 7. Bid 5816 – Opening date 11/20/2013 – purchase Hymax 2000 Series couplings as duct any lawful business for needed. which limited liability compa- 8. Bid-5794 – Opening date 11/27/2013 – provide repairs & maintenance of fuel dis- nies may be organized. pensing equipment & petroleum bulk storage tanks as needed. 9. Bid-5820 – Opening date 11/27/2013 – perform leak detection surveys as needed. #6465 10/25/13-11/29/13 10. Bid-5819 – Opening date 11/27/2013 – provide car & light truck transmission re- pairs as needed. 11. Bid-5817 – Opening date 11/27/2013 – provide Allison transmission repairs as needed. 12. Bid 5810 – Opening date 11/27/2013 – rehabilitation of sanitary sewer under Haw- thorne Avenue. 13. Bid-5815 – Opening date 12/04/2013 – replace roofs at Andrus Park Storage Build- ing, Cola Community Center, Lennon Park, and Trevor Park per Yonkers specifica- tions. 14. Bid-5813 – Opening date 12/04/2013 – purchase of four 40-yard and four 30-yard open top containers per Yonkers specifications. 15. Bid-5812 – Opening date 12/04/2013 – removal & disposal of construction debris from Yonkers facilities. 16. Bid 5821 – Opening date 12/04/2013 – purchase 1 Harper model 72LC Slope Mower or equal. 17. Bid 5823 – Opening date 12/04/2013 – Rehabilitation of sanitary and storm water sewers by the Cured-in-Place Method. 18. Bid 5822 – Opening date 12/04/2013 – Rehabilitation of sanitary and storm water sewers by the Shotcrete Method. 19. Bid 5825 – Opening date 11/20/2013 – Elevator maintenance and repairs.

#1211 11/01/2013 FRidAY, NoVEMbER 1, 2013 - YoNkERs RisiNG - PAGE 7 Seniors and Health Care Caregiver Conference to Address Hot Topics in Health Care: Caring for People of All Ages 5 Th ings About Exchanges A free conference addressing the emotional free, 15-minute, one-on-one consultations with By Michael LaMagna, Esq. have the correct subsidy, you and physical challenges caregivers face in provid- elder law attorneys, geriatric care managers and Now that the government can determine your actual ing for loved ones of all ages, called “Caregiv- social workers. In addition, attendees will have has reopened for business and monthly premium. ing Across the Lifespan,” will take place Satur- the opportunity to learn about Westchester Coun- it’s been three weeks since the 4.) Plans differ by re- day, Nov. 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mount ty’s Livable Communities Initiative and three of opening of the health care ex- gions. Pleasant Community Center, 125 Lozza Drive, its programs – the Caregiver Coach; the Care Cir- changes, there are things that When you look at the spe- Valhalla. cles of Westchester: Step Forward & Give Back; you should know before pur- cifi c health insurance plans, “Family caregivers have big responsibilities and the Caregiver Collaborative. chasing health insurance on you will see differences in and deserve our support,” said Westchester Coun- Reservations are preferred; to register, email the exchanges; not that there your region versus other re- ty Executive Robert Astorino. “I hope as many as [email protected] or call 914-813-6427. won’t be additional ques- gions in the same state. You possible will fi nd time to attend this very worth- The conference will also include 50 vendors tions, however, the deadline cannot assume that you will while event.” with products and services of special interest to is quickly approaching to be be eligible for the same plan Keynote speakers will be Beth and Nick caregivers and seniors – and more vendors are insured or face a penalty. as your neighbor in the next Wyman, who will talk at 11 a.m. about their jour- welcome. To sign up, email carol@changiing- 1.) The deadline for pur- county. It is vital that you ney of caring for a child with a mental and physi- places.info or call 914-980-2105. chasing insurance is Dec. 15. check all the details of a plan, cal disability at their home, and an ill parent who Conference sponsors include the Westches- If you aren’t already cov- Michael LaMagna not just the cost to determine if lived a distance away. The Wymans are actors, ter County Department of Senior Programs and ered by your employer, Medi- it’s correct for your situation. and Nick is president of the Actors’ Equity As- Services, the Livable Communities Caregiver care, Medicaid or other private health insurance, In addition, make certain that your physi- sociation. Collaborative and the Westchester Public/Private you are required to purchase insurance by the cians take the plan you are considering. The conference will also offer the caregivers Partnership for Aging Services. exchange by Dec. 15 in order to be covered by 5.) You may need the exchanges in the fu- Jan. 1. ture. Remember, you are required to have health Just because you are currently covered by insurance in order to avoid the penalty for not your employer or otherwise have health insur- having insurance. This can prove challenging ance, do not assume that you will never need an Yonkers Pushes for Competitive as the exchanges have been diffi cult to navi- exchange and do not have to pay attention. Each gate. The current open enrollment period ends day businesses are exploring whether to have Energy Program to Reduce Costs in March 2014, and it’s unclear when the next employees use the exchanges and even some period will occur. private insurers are canceling policies because The Yonkers City Council voted 7-0 last 10 million people, or 77 percent of their residen- 2.) There is confusion over which sites to they will lose money covering high-priced con- week to join more than 11 Westchester communi- tial consumers, who have so far saved more than use. sumers. ties in requesting authorization from New York $500 million on energy purchases. The website www.healthcare.gov is the site It is safe to assume that everyone should be State to implement a program called Community “The next Yonkers City Council is now for the 36 states that are not running their own educated on this system. Choice Aggregation, whereby municipalities can poised to truly help residents save money on their exchanges, while 14 states have their own web- This article is provided for informational purchase energy such as gas and electric in bulk energy bills,” said Lesnick. “Who can argue with sites for enrollment. The best way to determine purposes only. Nothing in this article shall be to competitively drive down standard prices, to that?” which site is correct for you is to go to www. construed as legal advice or should be relied save consumers money. Councilman Michael Sabatino, who also healthcare.gov, where each state has a specifi c upon as such. Michael LaMagna is a partner at “Competitive markets, where feasible, are sits on the city’s Smart Growth and Environmen- link, if applicable. Helwig, Henderson, Ryan, LaMagna and Spino- the preferred means of promoting effi cient servic- tal and Historic Preservation Committee, added: 3.) It is unclear how much your premium la, LLP., practicing elder law/probate/disability/ es and are well suited to deliver just and reason- “It is important that we explore all avenues to will be. wills, trusts and estates, health care regulatory, able prices while also providing customers with reduce energy costs. This will allow Yonkers to Since you have to fi ll out an application Medicare appeals, Social Security and general the benefi t of greater choices, value and innova- work with other municipalities to accomplish this before fi nding out your subsidy eligibility and legal practice in both New York and Connecti- tion,” said Council President Chuck Lesnick. goal.” overall premium, it can prove scary to see the cut. Email him at [email protected], call He explained that by passing this resolution, He also cited the ability to source alternative initial high numbers of the actual insurance cost. 914-437-5955 or visit www.hhrls.com for more the Yonkers City Council is encouraging the State energy options, such as solar and wind power. After you fi ll out the insurance application and information. Legislature to support the bipartisan bill, which “It’s a great way for municipalities to save was fi rst introduced this year by Assemblywoman their residents and small business owners mon- Amy Paulin and Sen. Greg Ball. ey and to have more control over the types and If passed, New York will join the ranks of sources of energy they consume,” added Nina Massachusetts, Ohio, California, New Jersey Orville, executive director of the Southern West- Veterans Day Ceremony Planned and Rhode Island, which are serving more than chester Energy Action Consortium. A Veterans Day ceremony will take place the all-Puerto Rican 65th Infantry Regiment. Thursday, Nov. 7 at 10 a.m. at FDR Montrose He served in communications in Company “D” Campus, building 15, room 16, on Route 9A. from 1951 to 1952. Croton-on-Hudson resident Juan O’Neill, for- Also serving in the 65th Infantry Regiment mer member of the all-Puerto Rican 65th In- known proudly as “The Borinqueneers” were Hand-Cycling Clinic & Adaptive fantry Regiment known as “The Borinqueneer,” O’Neill’s father, who served during World War will be the guest speaker. I; and a younger brother, Carlos, who served O’Neill was born in Rio Piedras, Puerto with him in Korea. Fitness Seminar Come to Burke Rico in 1930 and came to New York in 1945 After the war, he worked at General Mo- Burke Rehabilitation Hospital continu- be available to assist all riders on how to use when he was 13 years old. He served in the tors as an assembly line worker. ally strives to provide the community with the bikes, as well as how to transfer on and New York National Guard Reserve from 1947 O’Neill and his wife of 60 years, Heloise, educational events that can help people lead off the equipment. There will be a variety of to 1950. have three daughters and a son. healthier, active lives. With this in mind, the hand bikes available to choose from and par- In 1951, during the Korean War, he was For more information or directions, call hospital will be hosting a free hand-cycling ticipants will be able to ride safely on Burke’s drafted and sent to Korea as a replacement in 914-788-4328. clinic and a physical performance and health closed track. seminar Nov. 7. Riders of all ability levels are welcome; The event is geared for people with lim- however, it should be noted that all riders must ited lower extremity strength interested in par- have enough upper body strength to move the ticipating in or continuing with adaptive sports hand pedals. Gross motor function in the up- programs, including cycling. However, both per body will be enough to propel the bike; sessions are open to all ability levels to give fi ne motor skills and hand dexterity are not as people the opportunity to ride hand bikes and important. learn more about adaptive fi tness programs. Following the hand-cycling clinic will In partnership with Achilles International, be a Physical Performance and Health Semi- Burke will conduct the hand-cycling clinic nar from 5 to 6:30 p.m. in the Patient Dining from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the outdoor track of the Room of the Wood Pavilion, Building 7 on the Burke campus, 785 Mamaroneck Ave., White Burke campus. Plains, weather permitting. The seminar will feature expert speakers “This is a great opportunity to try some- who will discuss the benefi ts of year-round/ thing new regardless of ability level and get off-season training, how to access training re- to know others from the community,” said Al- sources, and getting started in an appropriate exandra Oudheusden, event coordinator and program. A complimentary, casual dinner also director of Recreational Therapy at Burke. will be served. “Everyone is welcome, especially beginners.” Both events are free but require pre-reg- No experience is necessary to participate, istration; call 914-597-2497 or email aoudhes- as advanced hand cyclists and therapists will [email protected]. Lose WeighT as if your Life DepenDeD on iT. start by losing 10 pounds in 2 weeks.* Being overweight increases your risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes and many types of cancer, it also can take years off your life. 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Tuesday on ballot ques- ice at Kutsher’s and was “Fall Into Books: The Power of One.” Families, Attending this program will help partici- tion (or as it is officially in a cast for months. children, teens and adults are invited to join to- pants of all ages develop essential civic skills that called “Amendment to the Two…three meals a gether with Girl Scout Daisies, Brownies, Ju- are necessary for building a sustainable future, New York State Constitu- day. The menu featured niors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors and their including developing the ability to investigate tion”) Number 1 regarding everything you would troop leaders in celebrating the power of citizen- and analyze issues in the local, school and wider expansion of casino gam- want, and if it was not on ship and voting in this fun, intergenerational, community. bling in New York State – the menu, they would go community-empowering program. Program participants will have the chance and I encourage you to do out of their way to find it Democracy, expressing oneself and exer- to participate in a mock election, discover New the same. for you: eggs every way cising the right to vote are important skills that York State symbols, sing a national song, take an My reasons are purely possible, trays of mini are critical building blocks in today’s society. opinion poll or a survey, be surprised by “Wacky personal and a touch nos- danish for breakfast fea- Citizenship training is important as it provides Laws” still on the books, view the Girl Scout his- talgic. turing something called a people with the knowledge and skills to become torical exhibition, figure out what it means to be This amendment “falata danish.” informed community members, aware of their a good neighbor, and find out how women have would add a maximum of What was a “falata rights as well as responsibilities. Both young and changed the course of history. seven full-scale casinos danish?” It was a danish old need to understand how the society that they The program will take place Saturday, Nov. with table games as well Eric W. Schoen you wrapped in a napkin live in works. 2 from 1 to 3 p.m. in Community Room A and B as slot machines in upstate and took from the dining “Your community is the neighborhood of at the library, located at One Larkin Center; park- New York. I am hoping that one of those casi- room “for later.” homes, schools and stores that you live in,” reads ing is available at the nearby Buena Vista and nos will be in the Catskill Mountains. With all this food, all the hotels had cof- the Brownie Scout Handbook. “The people that Warburton Parking Garages. As readers of this column well know, fee shops for late afternoon egg creams, a live in a community are responsible for the kind For more information, contact Michelle growing up I spent a lot of quality time during cherry coke, or a nosh at night after you had of place it is. They are citizens of the community.” Halpern, children’s librarian, at 914-337-1500, the summer in the “Dirty Dancing” Catskill seen shows the hotels were famous for in their The Girl Scout Promise states: “On my ext. 449; or “Z,” the teen librarian, at 914-375- mountains. After my pre-Labor Day article gigantic showrooms. honor I will try to serve God and my country.” 7967 or [email protected]. on the great times my family experienced, so I remember seeing David Brenner before many of you (including my sister) shared with he became popular. Jack Weston (of “Dirty me your fond memories of the glory days of Dancing” fame), Jackie Mason, Yonkers’ the Catskills. own Sid Caesar, Steve Lawrence and Eydie goal of the voters in Yonkers, and Councilman Yes, I am a Yonkersite. Yes, I am extreme- Gorme. So many entertainers got their start in We Endorse: Larkin Dennis Shepherd has achieved it. We endorse Continued from Page 1 ly happy about the success of Empire Casino the “Mountains.” Dennis Shepherd for City Council Fourth Dis- at Yonkers Raceway. It delights me when I see Day camps kept the kids busy during the trict. the place bustling at all hours of the day and day and babysitting at night so parents could other candidates could not do this year. Editor’s Note: Shepherd was endorsed by night. For so many years, the Raceway was a see the great shows. Kids could go around the We applaud both Theotokatos and Nei- six City unions on Wednesday. ghost town – no more. hotel grounds and feel safe, as there was al- der for stepping forward to run for office, and District 6 Other than $6 a week in lottery tickets, I ways staff watching over the activities. Horse- we are sure that we will hear from both in the City Councilman John Larkin is complet- am not a gambler. If I am going to win, I want back riding, tennis pros, golf pros, mini-golf – future. But over the past four years, Council- ing his first four-year term on the council, rep- to win big. Slot machines and table games do so many golf courses nearby for aficionados. man Shepherd has served his district well, and resenting the sixth district of Yonkers which nothing for me. My visits to Atlantic City are Dance classes where my sister learned the cha deserves another term representing East Yon- spans across the northeast portion of the city. to see the shows and breath in the crisp ocean cha to the song “Girl from Impanema.” The kers. Larkin currently serves as the minority leader air. hustle, line dancing, square dancing, couples Shepherd’s service and involvement prior of the council and takes his council seat, and And I don’t want to encourage you, dear dancing – you could learn just about every to joining the council, as president of the Hy- the responsibilities of it, seriously. readers, to bet money that you cannot afford type of dancing from teachers playing music att Association, has helped him represent the Larkin, like his Republican colleagues, to lose. on their record players. needs of his district and community. Shepherd worked with his neighborhood association, I want to see the revitalization that Em- Remember them? could be called “Councilman Pothole” for his Nepera Park-Grey Oaks Neighborhood Asso- pire Casino brought to Yonkers Raceway Most of the great hotels in the Catskills interest in getting the needs of his constitu- ciation, before joining the council. His work travel up Route 17 to the Catskill Mountains. have either been taken over by Ashrams or re- ents answered and addressed by the council, with his neighborhood association and with I remember Dad packing the family into our ligious communities, or have deteriorated or Mayor Mike Spano and city government. former councilwoman Dee Barbato and Yon- Chevy Impala (he was a salesman and it had burned down. With casino gambling do I ex- He isn’t interested in appearing at the kers City Hall gave him the experience and the biggest trunk) driving up Route 17 and pect the Catskills to return to their glory days? many press conferences and photo-ops the knowledge to serve effectively on the council. seeing little signs at the bottom of billboards Not for a borscht belt minute. city has; he would rather work behind the Larkin’s number one issue is to make for the great Catskills hotels that said “Casi- But something must be done to bring life scenes and with important stakeholders in sure his constituents’ voices are heard on the nos Mean Jobs.” back to the beautiful Catskill mountains, and I his district, like the second police precinct council, and he has been a forceful and knowl- You may have read that the ballot ques- hope a full-fledged casino at a resort is a start. on crime prevention, or the McLean Avenue edgeable voice of reason for the people of the tion on casino gambling is worded to reflect By the way, interested in reminiscing Merchants Association. sixth district on the council. the economic prosperity full-fledged casinos about the Catskills with the last “tummler” Our major reason for endorsing Shep- Larkin has also worked with his Repub- hopefully will bring to the Catskills and up- in the Catskills? For those who are unfamil- herd is what we believe is the major issue in lican and Democratic council colleagues, state New York. The wording of the ballot iar with the word, a “tummler” is ‘the person all council races this year: the willingness and and Mayor Spano, to come to agreement and questions reminds me of those little signs 35 who makes things happen, in particular a pro- ability for the council to work with Spano and consensus when possible. Larkin’s recent en- years ago placed by the hoteliers. Simply, fessional entertainer or comedian whose func- move the city forward. dorsement from six city unions shows the re- “Casinos Mean Jobs.” tion is to encourage an audience, guests at a Shepherd and his two Republican col- spect they have for his four years on the coun- Hotels in the Catskills were family busi- resort, etc., to participate in the entertainments leagues – John Larkin and Mike Breen – cil, while at the same time he has voted for nesses. The Brickman Hotel in South Falls- or activities. joined in a bipartisan effort with Democratic budgets that comply with the property tax cap. burg was run by the Posner family. Jennie Join us this Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Councilman Wilson Terrero and Spano to re- Larkin does not have a Democratic op- Grossinger (you may enjoy Grossinger’s Rye Grinton Will Library where the consummate solve several issues before the city, including ponent in this election. Jason Hungreder was Bread or her famous cookbooks) ran the hotel Catskills Tummler Larry Strickler presents the city budget, redistricting and economic the Democratic nominee but had his petitions that proudly carried her family name. Charles a multimedia presentation looking back 50 development. Shepherd’s insistence that the ruled invalid by the Board of Elections. Hun- and Lillian Brown, owners of Brown’s Ho- years from Schloime Ehrenreich’s Hotel to council pass budgets within the tax cap has greder is still on the ballot on the Working tel, were hosts to comedians like Jerry Lewis Kutsher’s Country Club. A Catskills retro- preserved a lower property tax increase for Families Party line, but has not actively cam- who over Labor Day ran part of his Muscular spective like you have never seen before. Pho- homeowners in his district. paigned for the seat. Dystrophy Telethon from their hotel. Helen tos, film, singing and audience participation A City Council that can work together, We endorse John Larkin for re-election to Kutsher, matriarch of the hotel which to this will be inlcuded. We will play “Simon Says,” and work with Mayor Spano, should be the the City Council Sixth District. day bears her name, died earlier this year at 89 travel up Route 17, stop at the Red Apple, and years young. Relatives of Mrs. Kutsher have thrill once again to the stories of the shows, the sports, the games, and most importantly creasing the ranks of the Yonkers Police Depart- opened a restaurant in Tribeca to bring a taste the food! We Endorse: Liam ment, and explained away the problems that many of the Catskills to those who missed the glory The program, sponsored by Friends of Continued from Page 1 residents have in getting their streets repaved on days. the Yonkers Public Library, is free of charge salting the city streets during the winter. Giant outdoor pools were surrounded by and no tickets are required. During McLaughlin’s decade on the council, After a very shaky first debate, Rotanelli had a chaise lounges where the sun would bake us As long as you know that you can’t catch the city began its review of the many development week to regroup and correct his mistakes. Instead, many years before sunscreens, and we learned gefilte fish in the ocean and are familiar with and redevelopment projects, like Ridge Hill, Cross Rotanelli said at a debate that he supported requir- the damage the sun can do to our skin. Ice whitefish, herring, kippurs and borscht, you County, Empire Casino, the Riverfront Library ing developers to build 35 percent (and would pre- skating was year-round, when most of us were are guaranteed to have a good time! and Hudson Park, and 66 Main Street apartments. fer if it were 50 percent) of its new housing units only familiar with partaking in this sport dur- Reach Eric Schoen at thistooisyonkers@ We list McLaughlin’s accomplishments be- as “affordable,” when the percentage under debate ing the winter months. Some people learned aol.com cause it’s his reason for seeking election to the is between 10 and 20 percent. to ice skate for the first time. My poor sister City Council. It is important for any council president to be After being term-limited from running again able to explain to the people of Yonkers the issues, in the Fourth District, McLaughlin returned to the and how decisions the council makes will impact life of a regular Yonkers resident and taxpayer, an their lives. Rotanelli hasn’t shown the ability to do Saw Mill Dental to Hold Candy exercise that is useful to any politician. He worked so, while McLaughlin has. on his law practice, raised his son and coached lit- Rotanelli did articulate his support for a liv- tle league, and viewed the council as the 200,000 ing wage law in Yonkers, and repeatedly said he Exchange to Support Troops residents do – from the outside. would use “his business experience” on the City McLaughlin is now seeking a return to pub- Council and said that he would put a stop to having Saw Mill Dental, located at 970 N. Broad- ters to soldiers. lic service, and history shows that those elected the city pay its bills “on a credit card.” way, Suite 306, Yonkers, will be holding its Candy will be collected Tuesday, Nov. 5 officials who return to elected office after a brief But Rotanelli’s “business experience” in- first Halloween candy exchange to support our from 4 to 6 p.m. For more information, visit hiatus return as more effective leaders. (Andrew cludes being delinquent on his city and county troops this year, through Operation Gratitude. www.sawmilldental.com or call 914-965- Cuomo and Bill Clinton are two examples). We property taxes for the property that has housed his The practice chose to participate in the Hal- 7017. endorse his return to the Yonkers City Council and business for at least the past three years. Rotanelli loween candy buy back program to help par- Operation Gratitude annually sends endorse McLaughlin for council president. did not pay his county property taxes from 2012, ents limit the amount of candy their child keep 100,000-plus care packages filled with snacks, McLaughlin’s opponent is Democratic candi- and missed two payments of city taxes in June and after Halloween, while also educating them on entertainment items and personal letters of ap- date Michael Rotanelli, a Yonkers businessman of October of this year. preventative care for their teeth, and the expe- preciation addressed to individually-named 40 years and owner of Transit Auto Towing and While stating that “it has been taken care of” rience of giving to a great cause to support our U.S. service members deployed in hostile re- Auto Body. when asked about his tax payments at a debate – troops. gions, to their children left behind, and to vet- We have seen Rotanelli’s campaign signs and that doesn’t mean that Rotanelli has paid his taxes For every child bringing in their unopened erans, first responders, wounded warriors and his campaign truck traveling the city, and were in full. It means that Rotanelli has entered into a candy – who must be accompanied by an adult their care givers. Its mission is to lift morale, impressed with his enthusiasm and energy in this payment plan with the city to pay what he owes – Saw Mill Dental will “exchange” the candy bring a smile to a service members’ faces, and election. We were also impressed with Rotanelli’s to the city. All candidates for any elected office for a goodie bag that will include a toothbrush, express to our armed forces the appreciation victory in the Democratic primary for council should, in our view, have paid their taxes in full toothpaste, floss and more. Saw Mill Dental and support of the American people. president against Ivy Reeves, a qualified and - ar and on time. And in Rotanelli’s case – especially will also match all candy gifts by donating ad- Saw Mill Dental is a multi-specialty prac- ticulate opponent. if you are touting your record as a businessman. ditional dental supplies to the troops. tice, including general dentistry, cosmetic den- But when we attempted to seek Rotanelli’s The City of Yonkers is making progress. It Children are also encouraged to write let- tistry, implants and emergency dentistry. views on the issues facing Yonkers that any coun- has a mayor who is willing to work with anyone cil president candidate is required to have, and find who wants to move the city forward. Mayor Spano a central theme or rationale for the people to elect said it best in his campaign two years ago: “Yon- Rotanelli, we couldn’t find any. kers needs to stop the drama” in its government Empire State College at The basic standard that any council candidate and politics. And it has. – especially a council president candidate – should There are too many unknowns from the cam- meet, in our opinion, is a basic understanding of paign of Michael Rotanelli, and with those un- Hartsdale Holds Info. Sessions the complex issues facing the city. In several de- knowns come the possibility of turning the city in State University of New York Empire State For more information, call 914-948-6206 bates and discussions during the campaign, Ro- the wrong direction. College will hold public information sessions or go to www.esc.edu. tanelli was unable to meet this minimum require- We believe that a Council President about its associate and bachelor’s degree pro- SUNY Empire State College was estab- ment. McLaughlin would best be able to work with all grams Wednesday, Nov. 6 at 6 p.m. and Satur- lished in 1971 to offer adult learners the oppor- He showed confusion when asked about how councilmembers, and Mayor Spano, to lead the day, Nov. 9 at 11 a.m., at its Hartsdale location, tunity to earn associate, bachelor’s and master’s to combat political corruption by calling on in- city though its difficult but exciting future. 200 N. Central Ave. degrees from the State University of New York. FRidAY, NoVEMbER 1, 2013 - YoNkERs RisiNG - PAGE 9

services between county government, local gov- We Endorse: Astorino ernment and school districts. But if 75 percent of Historical Society to Recognize Continued from Page 1 all budgets – county, local and school – are con- sumed by employee salaries and benefi ts, any ing and deliver tax relief to the people of West- other consolidations except for layoffs through Volunteers at Awards Brunch chester who pay the highest taxes in the country. consolidation would result in minimal savings. The annual awards brunch of the Yonkers Villegas and his ShopRite staff are happy We endorse Astorino for re-election Nov. 5 be- Controlling spending requires making Historical Society will be held Sunday, Nov. 3 at to do whatever is needed to help the Yonkers cause he has delivered on that promise and we tough decisions, and Astorino has made tough noon at the Riverview, 1 Warburton Ave., Hast- community. He reaches out whenever there is a look forward to four more years of Astorino’s and sometimes unpopular decisions. Requiring ings. need for wide-ranging community causes as var- efforts to make Westchester a more affordable lower-middle-income families to pay $2 more The 2013 Key to History will be awarded to ied as Relay for Life or the Walk for Wounded place to live, work and raise a family. per day for subsidized child care was one un- historian and historical dramatist Mina Crasson. Veterans, to donating water for athletic events or Astorino has, in essence, created his own popular decision Astorino has stood by. Layoffs Utilizing her skills as an educator, Crasson pro- providing holiday baskets for Yonkers citizens property tax cap of 0 percent for Westchester and eliminating jobs in county government have motes both the knowledge and love of history to who do not have the means to give their families County government, before Gov. Andrew Cuo- been other diffi cult decisions. people of all ages. Through her portrayals and Thanksgiving or Christmas meals. mo and state legislators passed the 2 percent Astorino’s decision to require county em- presentations, she creates living history, bring- Anne Kakos will receive a Special Recog- state tax cap in 2011. Astorino’s fi rst budget for ployees to pay a portion of their health insurance ing to life both the people and events of our past, nition Award to honor her service as a member 2010, before the state tax cap, had a 0 percent costs is one of many common-sense solutions carrying them beyond what is read in a book. of the World War II U.S. Cadet Nurse Corps and property tax increase, and his approach toward that are required of our elected leaders of today. Crasson’s mission to honor the place of her efforts to preserve the history of the Cadet budgeting has resulted in Democrats and Repub- If the overwhelming majority of Westchester women in American history has brought wom- Nurses. licans presenting budgets that have resulted in a residents pay some, or all of their health insur- en of history to life, including Dolly Madison, Since 2000, Kakos has been actively in- 2 percent REDUCTION in the county tax levy ance costs, it is only fair that county employees Emma Lazarus, Emily Roebling, women of the volved in the movement to have the embers of over three years, and a smaller county budget to- do the same. American Revolution and ladies of the 19th cen- the Cadet Nurse Corps offi cially recognized as day than three years ago. Bramson has decried Astorino’s county tury women’s clubs. veterans for their service during World War II. Astorino’s challenger for county executive, budget cuts as draconian, but to take a phrase Also to be honored at the luncheon is the so- She has had numerous articles published in lo- New Rochelle Mayor Noam Bramson, has not from County Board of Legislators Chairman ciety’s Volunteer of the Year Declan Hoar for his cal papers and has been interviewed by several campaigned on the number-one issue of concern Ken Jenkins: “The sky has not fallen.” In fact, 64 years of assistance and service at special events. magazines. Representing members of the WWII for Westchester voters – property taxes. Instead, percent of Westchester residents say our county A senior at Sacred Heart High School, Hoar Nurse Corps, Kakos testifi ed at the 2009 House Bramson has decided to focus the voters’ atten- is headed in the right direction, in comparison to went above and beyond what was required for Veterans Affairs Subcommittee hearings for tion on federal issues of gun control and abor- 43 percent of New Yorkers and only 19 percent his school community service project and began Rep. Nita Lowey’s presentation of the U.S. Ca- tion. While these issues may be important when of Americans who say the state and country are assisting the society at every event and program, det Nurse Corp Equity Act. voting for Congress, president or governor, they headed in the right direction. including its last few annual luncheons. The Yonkers City Council, the State Sen- were not identifi ed in the Marist poll among While the people of Westchester agree with Hoar can be found toting, dusting, arrang- ate, the State Assembly, Gov. Andrew Cuomo the top 10 issues that the next county executive Astorino’s call for contributions to health insur- ing and selling fl ea market items, serving re- and the Crestwood Historical Society have rec- should focus on. ance for county employees, we do not believe freshments, greeting visitors and sharing some ognized her efforts. Early in the campaign, Bramson said he that the Westchester voter agrees with the policy of his historic knowledge about the society’s Kakos completed her own three-year nurs- would “respect” the tax cap, if elected county ex- in New Rochelle, which provides free health in- jewel of a museum. He is the proud son of Joe ing course at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, ecutive. But New Rochelle’s two budgets under surance for life to its elected offi cials who serve and Joann Hoar, and is a fi fth-generation Yon- Pa., as a U.S. Cadet Nurse in 1946. Bramson leadership have exceeded the tax cap. more than fi ve years in offi ce. We estimated that kers resident. Historical musician Linda Russell will Later in the campaign, Bramson came up Bramson’s health insurance for life will cost the Bayardo Villegas, director of the Tuckahoe present “Nineteenth Century in Song and Story” with a preposterous theory that Astorino was re- taxpayers of New Rochelle close to $1 million, Road ShopRite, will be presented with the Cor- at the event. For 30 years, Russell has explored sponsible for all of the property taxes that home- and that is just for one elected offi cial. porate Leader Award, which is designed to hon- American’s past through song. She served as an owners pay every year, including school taxes, Astorino has pointed to Bramson’s record or and celebrate the outstanding contributions a 18th century balladeer at Federal Hall Nation- and village, town or city taxes. This tactic was, of raising property taxes by 109 percent over 18 local businessperson has made to the Yonkers al Memorial in New York City, and currently in our view, meant to distort the truth about both years, for an average tax increase of 6 percent. Historical Society. This award is to thank him performs at historic sites, schools libraries and candidates’ records on taxes and meant to de- Bramson has responded by digging up Astori- for his extraordinary leadership and support, and community centers around the country. ceive Westchester voters. no’s record on the Mt. Pleasant Town Board and for working with the society to make a differ- For more information, call the Yonkers His- “Westchester residents have paid $800 mil- his votes for tax increases. ence in Yonkers. torical Society at 914-961-8940. lion more in property taxes over the past three The most reasonable contrast between Asto- years,” said Bramson again and again in debates rino and Bramson, in our view, can be found by with Astorino. But the next county executive will comparing their last three budgets. (See chart.) be responsible for the county budget, and only In today’s political reality, we need our the county budget, just as Bramson and the New elected offi cials to do more with less. One can- Ronald McDonald House Charities Rochelle City Council are responsible for their didate for county executive has listened to the city budget. voters in Westchester and made property tax To Award Scholarships to Seniors Bramson has also stated several times: “We relief and controlling spending his top priority. all know that our property taxes have gone up His name is Rob Astorino, who we endorse for Ronald McDonald House Charities of the involvement. over the past four years.” While obviously true, county executive. New York tri-state area announced last week “At RMHC, we believe it is imperative to we wonder how much higher our property taxes Westchester has turned the corner from the that it will be awarding four-year scholarships provide support for the next generation to re- would be if Astorino were not county executive? great recession of 2008. Under Astorino, 27,000 to local graduating high school seniors. Appli- ceive a proper education so that they may have Bramson’s hope for tax relief to Westchester new jobs have been created in Westchester. Now cations are now available online at www.aim. the opportunity to fulfi ll their dreams, regard- taxpayers comes in his call for consolidation of is not the time to turn back. applyists.net for students in the New York, less of their fi nancial background,” said Chris- New Jersey and Connecticut (Fairfi eld Coun- topher Perry, executive director of the area ty) areas. The submission deadline is Jan. 21. Ronald McDonald House Charities. “By giv- The organization has been able to trans- ing tomorrow’s innovators and thought leaders Year Astorino’s County Bramson’s New Rochelle form the lives of eligible graduating high a foundation to build upon, we are confi dent Budget Budget school seniors who face limited access to edu- their futures will be bright.” cational opportunities by virtue of their fi nan- The scholarship program is comprised of 2013 0 % tax increase 6.99 % tax increase cial background. With its college scholarship four individual scholarship programs, includ- program, the nonprofi t organization assists ing the African-American Future Achievers 2012 -2 % tax increase 5.96 % tax increase students in their efforts to reach their educa- Scholarship, the Asian Student Increasing 2011 0 % tax increase 5.9 % tax increase tional goals and their aspirations to become Awareness Scholarship, the Hispanic-Amer- leaders of tomorrow. The scholarships are ican Commitment to Educational Resources distributed based on demonstrated academic program and a scholarship program for all stu- achievement, fi nancial need and community dents regardless of ethnic heritage.

City of Yonkers on the City Council. Her posi- We Endorse: Pineda tive energy and enthusiasm will be a welcomed Continued from Page 1 addition to the City Council chambers.” Pineda’s election will mean that there will election to the Yonkers City Council,” said Lo- be a woman back on the council, missing for cal 628 President Barry McGoey. “The people two years, and a welcome addition, in our view. of the Second District will be well served by We Endorse Corazon Pineda for City Pineda representing them on the Yonkers City Council Second District. Council. Pineda has pledged to always put the We Endorse: Rachelle ‘Rocky’ Richard for people of the Second District fi rst and to repre- County Legislator, 14th District It’s Time to “Fall Back:” sent their interests and the interests of the entire The race for County Board in the 14th District, representing parts of Yonkers and Mt. Vernon, has longtime Republican incumbent Turn your clocks back one hour Legislator Bernice Spreckman and Democrat Rachelle “Rocky” Richard facing off Nov. 5. Spreckman has served for 18 years on the Sunday, Nov. 3 at 2 a.m., when County Board, and prior to that served on the Yonkers City Council and in other city posts. Daylight Savings Time ends. Proudly serving the City of Yonkers Her years of public service are a credit to her commitment to the people of Yonkers, and she should be applauded for her dedication. Nick Sprayregen, Publisher However, in recent years, Spreckman TRY [email protected] has been less visible in the district and on the SOMEPLACE County Board. She has missed 41 percent of the NEW Daniel J. Murphy, Editor-in-Chief board’s regular and committee meetings, due in Dine. Drink. Discover. part to her yearly departures to Florida every [email protected] winter, as a Yonkers “snowbird.” This shows a lack of commitment and dedication to the post Bayan Baker, Assistant to Editor-in-Chief she has been elected to serve, in our view. [email protected] Spreckman’s support and representation of seniors and senior issues is unrivaled on the Paul Gerken, Advertising Sales County Board, but there are many other con- [email protected] stituencies to serve in the 14th District. For many years, Spreckman has not faced a serious or qualifi ed challenger, but this year NOV Gregory Baldwin, Administrative Asst. the people of the 14th District have a quali- [email protected] fi ed alternative in Rachelle Richard. Known as “Rocky” to many, Richard has a distinguished resume in government and public service, in- cluding serving on the staff of former U.S. Sen. Member of the New York Daniel Moynihan and in the Department of En- Press Association ergy. 914-965-4000 - Recently and for the past eight years, Rich- 4 17 Fax 914-965-2892 25 Warburton Ave, Yonkers, ard has served as the chief of staff to Yonkers NY 10701 Council President Chuck Lesnick, giving her 3 COURSES | $20.95 LUNCH | $29.95 DINNER www.risingmediagroup.com direct knowledge and experience with the is- sues facing the voters in the district that makes HudsonValleyRestaurantWeek.com Yonkers Rising - USPS Permit #7164 her qualifi ed, experienced, and ready to serve is published weekly by Rising Media on the County Board. Group, LLC 25 Warburton Ave., Yonkers, N.Y. 10701 “Rocky” argues that the resident of the Periodicals Postage Paid • Yonkers, N.Y. 14th District do not have a strong voice in POSTMASTER county government, and we agree that it’s time Send address changes to: Rising Media Group, LLC, for a change. We endorse Rachelle “Rocky” 25 Warburton Ave., Yonkers, N.Y. 10701 Richard for County Board in the 14th District. PAGE 10 - YoNkERs RisiNG - FRidAY, NoVEMbER 1, 2013 Th e Work Continues Bring Bridgette Home Today One Year Aft er Sandy

This Chihuahua/Jack Russell mix needs a home.

The Yonkers Animal Shelter has many pets She will make some person or family a remark- Habitat for Humanity of Westchester Executive Director Jim Killoran, with Rosa Vazquez and up for adoption. able pet! her son, who recently returned to their home in the Rockaways thanks to Habitat. Photo by Bridgette is one adorable little dog! She is Visit Bridgette at the Yonkers Animal Shelter, Sandra Geroux. a Chihuahua/Jack Russell mix about 5 years old 120 Fullerton Ave. Hours are 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. As Westchester – and all New Yorkers – re- Westchester hit the ground running and never and 10 pounds who was found all alone wander- weekdays and noon to 3:30 p.m. weekends. Inqui- member the one year anniversary of Superstorm left the Rockaways. More than 8,400 volun- ing in Yonkers. She is a very friendly, happy little ries may be emailed to LeslieM147@ gmail.com Sandy, Habitat for Humanity of Westchester teers helped more than 800 homes in partial girl who loves treats and walks and being held. or by phone to 914-377- 6730 during business. continues its work to help those in need. rehab and delivered more than 140 homes of “One year later we are still here. It is still sheetrock and insulation, moved in a number of an emotional time for all of us,” said Habitat for families, rehabbed businesses, VFWs, legions Humanity Westchester Director Jim Killoran. and congregations, and distributed more than Almost a year ago, Habitat for Humanity Continued on Page 12 Yonkers Man Leads Kiwanis Chapter Works by Martinelli & Padian On Display at Larchmont Library

Newly Elected Lt. Gov. of the Kiwanis Bronx Westchester-South Division Frank Riti, left, with Joe Ariello. Yonkers resident Frank Riti has taken lead- to victims of Hurricane Sandy last November. ership of 12 Kiwanis Clubs as the lieutenant Whenever there is a national disaster, Kiwanis governor of the Bronx Westchester-South Divi- International, along with local Kiwanis Clubs, sion of Kiwanis International, after a “Passing are often there to contribute to disaster relief ef- of the Banner” event Sept. 24 at the Olde Stone forts. Mill Restaurant in Tuckahoe. For more information, contact Publicity More than 100 attended the event, where Lt. Chairwoman Claudia White at 914-949-8073, or Gov. Warren Golden Jr. of Mahopac handed the Lt. Gov. Designate Frank Riti at 914- 450-8123. reigns over to Frank Riti. Among the Kiwanis’ Kiwanis, a global volunteer organization dignitaries in attendance were Kiwanis Interna- dedicated to changing the lives of children, one tional President Thomas DeJulio of Bronxville, child and one community at a time, has part- the New York District Kiwanis Gov. Al Norato nered with UNICEF to battle Maternal Neonatal “Window Scene” by Francesca Martinelli. Jr. of Oakdale, and NY Kiwanis governor for Tetanus by bringing vaccination to underdevel- this upcoming year Joe Aiello of Glendale. oped countries around the world. The Kiwanis’ The Oresman Gallery at the Larchmont Pub- long time and many of her works are well known In addition to doing volunteer projects goal is to collect $110 million over a fi ve-year lic Library is currently presenting “Two Impres- in Westchester County. for their schools and communities, the Bronx period to aid in this project. sions,” an exhibit of art Francesca Martinelli and Both artists have been the recipients of Westchester South Division of Kiwanis was Kiwanis International has more than Joan Padian on display throughout November. awards for their art and each have won presti- responsible for sending $40,000 in donations 700,000 members throughout the world. The artists are kindred spirits and while gious awards at the Beaux Arts competition in their subject matter may differ, their approach to Westchester. art places them in the realm of romantic realism. Each brings to their works a sense that each Martinelli chooses window scenes, landscapes piece has its own character and feeling and that Send your letters and opinions to us at and fl owers as her subjects while Padian paints the colors and textures used create a different works inspired by nature, usually in a series of mood and evoke a different feeling for the viewer. [email protected] paintings that expand a single subject. Whether the feeling is one of serenity, sadness, Padian’s artistic interests also include illus- melancholy, joy or happiness, their notion is that trating children’s books and computer graphics. the viewer should feel comfortable with each She has had a lifelong love of art and has been painting as a part of their world. painting for a long time. The Oresman Gallery at the Larchmont Pub- Padian studied art at Hunter College and lic Library displays a wide variety of art across earned a master’s degree in art. She has worked many artistic mediums throughout the year and as an art director, illustrator and graphic designer presents exhibits free of charge. The Gallery is al- and has also taught art to all age groups from pre- ways open to the public when the library is open. kindergarten to the college level. For information, hours and directions, call Martinelli has also been painting for a very 914-834-2281 or visit www.larchmontlibrary.org. $5 OFF* ANY SERVICE with this ad

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Mayor Mike Spano and St. Joseph’s Medical Center CEO Michael Spicer cut the ribbon on new St. Joseph’s Family Medicine Center on South Broadway, with Council President Chuck Lesn- ick and Councilmemers Michael Sabatino, Wilson Terrero and Christopher Johnson looking on. Photo by Greg Baldwin. Last week, Mayor Mike Spano and City cine, located at 415 S. Broadway. but to prevent them from getting sick. to 5 p.m., and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Councilmembers Michael Sabatino, Wilson Ter- Designed to deliver comprehensive primary This patient-centered practice includes At the ceremony, Spano cut the ribbon and rero and Christopher Johnson celebrated St. care medical services, the practice coordinates English-, Spanish-, and Arabic-speaking provid- thanked St. Joseph’s for their years of service Joseph’s Medical Center’s opening of it latest patient care with doctors and nurses to create a ers. The practice is open Monday through Thurs- and dedication to the people of Yonkers since medical practice, Saint Joseph’s Family Medi- plan to treat patients not only when they are sick, day from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Fridays from 8 a.m. 1888.

Mayor Mike Spano with a member of Leake & Watts Youth Garden Harvest, with a vegetable grown in their Yonkers garden.

fi rst transit-oriented developments in the na- Th e ‘Greening’ tion, the new greenway would provide a recre- Continued from Page 1 ational and commuter link between neighbor- hoods in south Yonkers, including the vibrant The walking tour will showcase several downtown-waterfront district, Van Cortlandt projects in the Yonkers downtown-waterfront Park and the New York City subway, offer- area, including the largest solar rooftop array ing biking, jogging and play areas for youth, in New York State at iPark, the newly day- as well as new housing and community space. lighted Saw Mill River, mixed-use geothermal Groundwork Hudson Valley, an environ- lofts at 66 Main Street, and the new LED street mental justice non-profi t organization that has light replacement project that is expected to partnered with the city on the project, secured save the city $18 million over 10 years. a $186,000 EPA grant to commence an area- “Yonkers is truly becoming a green city wide Brownfi elds plan, which will explore and with these fi ve projects at its core as examples evaluate the feasibility of renewal opportuni- The Yonkers Train Station lobby was used in recent episodes of “Boardwalk Empire.” of energy effi ciency, ecology and environmen- ties. tal education,” said City Council President “Groundwork is really pleased to accept Margulies fi lmed on Main Street for her TV se- Chuck Lesnick. “Through legislative action this EPA grant on behalf of the community al- TV and Movie ries “The Good Wife.” and executive orders, Yonkers is reducing its liance working to renew the Lawrence Street Continued from Page 1 Untermyer Gardens, Alder Manor and carbon footprint and saving money – and we neighborhood,” said Rick Magder, execu- Greystone Court are other popular fi lming loca- encourage the private and not-for-profi t sec- tive director of Groundwork Hudson Valley. Train Station has been the location for the fi lming tions in Yonkers. tors to do the same.” “This project will lead to new investment in of “Boardwalk Empire,” HBO’s hit series based Unfortunately, the site locations are ex- Registration for the event is free and in- parks, commerce and housing and ties into the in the 1920s and directed by Martin Scorsese and tremely restricted and we have had diffi culty get- cludes a rooftop garden lunch. To register, other exciting revitalization efforts in down- starring Steve Buscemi, who departed from the ting pictures of our favorite actors and actresses contact Brad Tito at 914-377-6574 or email town Yonkers. We thank Mayor Spano for his Yonkers Train Station for Florida in an episode in Yonkers, but we will not be deterred. [email protected]. strong commitment to the neighborhood and this year. Spano cut permit fees and streamlined the Spano has also announced plans for a the great potential for the South Yonkers Pub- City Hall and the old courtroom on the application process, with the goal of resulting in south Yonkers public greenway project. Joined lic Greenway.” fourth fl oor continues to be a popular fi lm site. more revenues for the city from additional per- recently by members from Groundwork Hud- Congressman Eliot Engel added: “By Actor Kevin Bacon fi lmed along the Saw Mill mits, and additional economic activity in the city son Valley, state and federal offi cials and cleaning up these Brownfi elds we are reclaim- River at Van Der Donck Park for his TV series coming from the fi lm crews who spend days or members of the City Council, he highlighted ing parts of downtown Yonkers for residential “The Following” last year, and actress Julianna weeks on the set, and here in Yonkers. a new “Yonkers Green City” revitalization ef- and commercial uses that will help the city to fort centered on the development of a south continue to grow and prosper. That is why I Yonkers public greenway, with funding to help so strongly supported the application for this move the project forward coming from a U.S. grant. I congratulate Groundwork Hudson Val- Environmental Protection Agency federal ley, Mayor Spano and the community for com- grant. ing together to revitalize the area. This follows “This was once a place where Yonkers the successful Saw Mill River daylighting residents would get on the Putnam Railroad’s project – another development I supported.” commuter line and head to Manhattan or Getty This announcement moves the city’s ef- Square to work, shop or dine,” he said. “To- forts to showcase its Hudson riverfront and day, with the support of our federal and state expand it to southwest Yonkers. delegation, City Council and partners like The continued daylighting of the Saw Groundwork Hudson Valley, we are continu- Mill River in downtown Yonkers and the ex- ing our city-wide restoration efforts, unveiling pansion of the esplanade walkway along the the untapped opportunity and potential of Yon- Hudson are two additional plans the city has to kers’ historic neighborhoods.” provide a “green” destination for visitors and Reutilizing an area that was one of the its residents. PAGE 12 - Yonkers RISING - Friday, November 1, 2013

Jim Killoran and Habitat for Humanity Westchester arrive at Breezy Point immediately after A volunteer cleans out homes flooded by the storm. Superstorm Sandy last year to lend help.

The many homes lost last year. The Breezy Point home of veteran Gerald O’Hara, which was rebuilt by Habitat. Below, Killoran and O’Hara inside his home.

Three volunteers with Killoran, ready to work.

ware, Mastercard Employees, Home Depot The Work Continues Employees, Lowes Employees, LMCTV, resi- Continued from Page 10 dents from Larchmont, Tuckahoe, Harrison and Yonkers, West Point Cadets, and members of $250,000 worth of new furniture. churches and synagogues from Northern West- Learning from its work helping those chester, Lewisboro and South Salem. who lost everything in New Orleans and in the On Nov. 3, Habitat for Humanity of West- Rockaways from Hurricane Katrina, Killoran chester will hold a Walk for Homes to raise and Habitat for Humanity have been recognized money for its Sandy relief efforts, and to help nationally and locally for their work and exper- build homes for veterans returning from serving tise in disaster cleanup, relief and restoring and our country abroad. The walk will be held at 1 providing homes to those who need it most. p.m. at St. Augustine Church in Larchmont “We have mucked and gutted 800 homes As we remember the devastation that Sandy and provided thousands of gallons of bleach, caused one year ago, let us help support groups contractor bags, food materials, and we plan on like Habitat with their Sandy relief. Volunteer moving 15 families into their homes by the end with your company, congregation or family, of the year,” said Killoran. or make a special Sandy donation to help their Habitat for Humanity Westchester is thank- work continue. Families’ lives depend on it. ful for the thousands of volunteers who have For more information, call 914-636-8335, made a difference including volunteers from email [email protected] or visit www.habi- Iona High School and Iona College, Fordham tatwc.org. University, Murphy Brothers, Modern Hard- The Callahan family got a new lease on life thanks to Habitat for Humanity Westchester. Photos by Sandra Geroux