September 9, 2016 by The City Review New Rochelle

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New measures on campaign donors draw criticism

Flags for the fallen

By FRANCO FINO Staff Writer

Ahead of this year’s Sept. 11 ceremony, dozens of volunteers covered the front lawn of New Rochelle City Hall with thousands of flags in honor of the lives lost in the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Peter Parente, president of the United Veterans Memorial and Patriotic Association of New Rochelle, uses the somber event to help heal himself and his community. For story, see page 6. Photo/Jen Parente

County officials confirm more cases of Zika in Westchester in Rockland County are also infected with the virus. While there have been no Westchester County residents’ Zika-related births in the area, fears of the Zika virus spreading county health officials reported throughout the Hudson Valley that two of those diagnosed with area may have been realized, af- the virus in Westchester were ter county health officials have previously pregnant; however, once again confirmed its pres- the county has verified that there are no individuals currently ence in the region. According to Caren Halbfin- pregnant to have been infected. In early August, Westchester ger, director of affairs for the Westchester County Department County Executive Rob Astorino, of Health, at least 19 people a Republican, said, “The county throughout the county are con- is working diligently to address firmed to be infected with Zika, Zika through education, surveilas of press time, after contract- lance, and mosquito control.” The first Zika virus case in ing the virus while traveling outside the country. Ten individuals the county was reported in early

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February, as the health department confirmed that a man had contracted the virus while travelling outside the U.S. According to the Department of Health, the county resident, whose name and address could not be obtained because of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, has since made a full recovery of the virus that has impacted countries throughout the globe, including the Western Hemisphere, Asia, Africa, Central and South America, and the Caribbean. Nearly 59 countries have been infiltrated by Zika, according to the Centers for Disease Control

and Prevention, CDC. To date, no mosquitos in New York state have been tested positive for carrying Zika virus; however, scientists believe the Asian tiger mosquito, which can be found in the Lower Hudson Valley, is one species of mosquito that can transmit the virus. “Truly there has to be an approach coordinated on a federal level to find a vaccine because this is just the beginning of concerns related to Zika,” said Westchester County Legislator Catherine Parker, a Rye Democrat. “People also need to understand ZIKA continued on page 5

Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed a measure late last month that aims to toughen election, lobbying and ethics enforcement laws, in an effort to limit the power of independent expenditure campaigns. State Sen. George Latimer, a Rye Democrat who is running for re-election, said, “It doesn’t solve the problem.” The legislation would diminish the influence of a U.S. Supreme Court case known as Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission, which has encouraged wealthy donors to increase campaign contributions through independent expenditures to publicly support or criticize a candidate, according to the governor. In 2010, the Supreme Court ruled that corporations have the same free speech rights as people. An independent expenditure is a political campaign communication that touts or expressively advocates for the defeat of an identified candidate that is not made in cooperation with or at the approval of a candidate, or a candidate’s authorized committee. Cuomo said, “Citizens United is one of the worst Supreme Court decisions in history, and in just six years has already had a profoundly corrosive impact on our democracy.” Under the new agreement, independent spending groups— political consultants and lobbyists—are required to register

with the state and may not be formed by a candidate or run by the candidate’s family members or former staffers. The law will also strengthen anti-coordination between independent spending groups and candidates, as it prohibits independent spenders from contributing directly to candidates and prevents political action committees, PACs, from making contributions to independent expenditure committees operating under common control. However, according to Rye City Councilwoman Julie Killian, a Republican candidate for the state Senate, political spending is not necessarily the issue. “Corrupt and go-along career legislators are the problem,” she said. “If we really want to change the culture of corruption in Albany, we need to enact term limits for state officeholders.” Killian also criticized Cuomo for previously receiving business-backed aid. “It’s ironic that the governor, who has raised tens of millions [of dollars] from people who have state contracts, wants to now limit campaign donations from legitimate organizations who want to express their constitutionally protected free speech,” she said. In 2011 and 2012, a controversial business-backed group called Committee to Save New York spent $17 million to advance Cuomo’s agenda during his first two years as governor. CUOMO continued on page 10

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The Giving Circle donates $78K in grants The Giving Circle of Lower Westchester awarded a record $68,000 to 20 nonprofit organizations that serve the hungry and food insecure in lower Westchester County. Award winners— generally food pantries and soup kitchens—were selected based on their exceptional work providing food and services to diverse communities in need. Each organization will receive grants of $1,000 to $6,000 through credits for food purchases from the Food Bank for Westchester, FB4W. In addition, the Giving Circle provided $10,000 in funding to two preschools—New Rochelle Day Nursery and the Yonkersbased Queens Daughters Daycare under the FB4W’s Green Thumb program. Both preschools will receive a monthly distribution of “Green Thumb Bags” containing six to eight varieties of fresh fruits and vegetables. The program advances a key priority of improving the nutritional value of food made available to those at risk of hunger in Westchester County. This is the second year the Giving Cir-

Ellen Lynch, president and CEO of The Food Bank for Westchester, with Eric Nodiff, founder and president of The Giving Circle of Lower Westchester Inc. Contributed photo

cle is providing such funds. The $78,000 total funding by the Giving Circle in 2016 represents a 10 percent increase over its 2015 grants of $71,000. The FB4W estimates that 200,000 residents in the county are at risk of hunger or facing food insecurity. More than 33 percent are children and more than 22 percent are seniors. The Food Bank for Westchester provides 95 percent of all emergency food distributed in the county. For more information about Food Bank for Westchester,

visit fb4w.org. “Access to healthy food is a basic right for all people. That is why it is really important that we all work together to help those who are hungry in our communities,” said Ellen Lynch, president and CEO of the Food Bank for Westchester. “We are pleased to partner with The Giving Circle of Lower Westchester to help local agencies provide food services for those who are in need.” “Thanks to our generous members, the Giving Circle continues to expand its ability to

2016 Giving Circle of Lower Westchester award winners Caritas of Port Chester Food Pantry Port Chester Dobbs Ferry Food Pantry at South Presbyterian Church Dobbs Ferry Ecumenical Emergency Food Pantry of White Plains White Plains El Centro Hispano Food Pantry White Plains First Reformed Church Soup Kitchen Mount Vernon Lifting Up Westchester White Plains Hillside Food Outreach Pleasantville HOPE Community Services Food Pantry New Rochelle Larchmont Mamaroneck Hunger Task Force Food Pantry Mamaroneck

fulfill our mission: helping food pantries, soup kitchens and other frontline hunger relief organizations in lower Westchester. It’s been gratifying to watch the Giving Circle rise to address this serious challenge in our local community,” said Eric Nodiff, Giving

Masters Helping Hand Food Pantry New Rochelle OLMC Elmsford Community Food Pantry Elmsford Port Chester Carver Center Food Pantry Port Chester Sacred Heart Food for the Hungry Dobbs Ferry/Yonkers San Andres Episcopal Church Food Pantry Yonkers St. Peter’s and St. Denis’ Food Pantry Yonkers St. Peter’s Neighborhood Dinner Port Chester St. Thomas Brown Bag Mamaroneck Sts. John, Paul and Clement Church Food Pantry Mount Vernon Union Baptist Church Food Pantry Greenburgh

Circle founder and president. Explaining the Giving Circle, Nodiff said, “Members pool their contributions for the purpose of donating to a common philanthropic cause—hunger relief—based on the concept that larger, combined donations go

further than several smaller individual checks. Our grants of even $1,000 can make a meaningful difference to the grant recipients. Our membership is open to anyone with a desire to help in providing this vital service to our community.”(Submitted)

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What’s going on... New Rochelle Public Library

urday, Sept. 10. Main library hours: Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Wednesdays: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Fridays: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturdays: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sundays: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Huguenot Children’s Library hours: Mondays and Thursdays: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sundays: Closed.

Friends of the New Rochelle Public Library Book Sales The New Rochelle Public Library has reopened the Memorial Highway entrance, but the Lawton Street entrance is scheduled to be closed for construction and is expected to be completed by fall 2016. While construction is underway, the only wheelchair-accessible entrance will be the reopened Memorial Highway doors, which have a ramp leading down from street level. There will be additional wheelchair-designated parking spaces on Memorial Highway. The only book drop at the main library will also be located by this doorway. Patrons may also return books by using the book drop at the Hugh Doyle Center, located at 94 Davis Ave., or in front of the Huguenot Children’s Library, located on North Avenue in front of New Rochelle High School. Visit nrpl.org for information on these and other events and programs.

Regular hours resume Both libraries will resume regular hours on Sat-

Over the summer, residents brought thousands of gently used books to the Friends of the New Rochelle Public Library, whose dedicated volunteers have processed the donations and now have them ready to sell—all at very affordable prices. On Saturday, Sept. 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., the public may select from a wide range of hardcover and paperback books, CDs, DVDs and more in the monthly Big Book Sale. The Friends of the New Rochelle Public Library will be holding a mini book sale on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the main library lobby. The book sales include popular novels, mysteries and nonfiction in hardcover and paperback, to children’s books, CDs and DVDs. Proceeds from these sales allow the Friends of the New Rochelle Public Library to provide funding for quality children and adult programming, and will help the library by contributing to various projects and improving service to the community. The Friends welcome prospective volunteers.

Lunchtime Yoga Express On Mondays from 12:15 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. and Wednesdays from 1:15 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the main library’s first floor Meeting Room. Yoga instructor Nora LeMorin leads the gentle yet invigorating sessions, helping participants return to work with renewed energy and focus. Traditional and adapted poses will be practiced either standing or seated in chairs to balance, stretch and strengthen the body while calming the mind. Participants do not need to change out of work clothes, and mats will not be needed for these sessions of breathing and meditation techniques as well as the guided relaxation. The drop-in sessions do not require advanced registration. This program is made possible by the Friends of the New Rochelle Public Library. Donations are gratefully accepted.

Job Search Coaching Those who are searching for a job but don’t know where to start are welcome to drop in to see the job coach on Tuesdays anytime from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the Handleman Business Opportunity Center on the second floor. The job coach will help people achieve their goals, one step at a time. Those dropping in to see the job coach should arrive with a pen, calendar, notebook and both a hard and digital copy of their resume. This program is free and open to the public, and registration is not required.

Free career and educational counseling The New Rochelle Public Library in conjunction with WEBS Career and Educational Counseling Service is once again offering a free eightweek career counseling seminar for adults this winter called “Managing Your Career in Changing Times.” The 19-hour workshop consists of an orientation session at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 13 or Sept. 20; eight group sessions on Tuesdays beginning Sept. 27, and one Thursday on Oct. 13, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Participants will also get one individual session with a career counselor. WEBS helps participants assess themselves, explore career options, obtain careers and educational information, find out about the latest trends in resumes and job search, and develop a career plan. The program is geared to those who are unemployed, changing careers, re-entering the workforce or returning to school. The New Rochelle Public Library is one of five public libraries in Westchester County participating in the WEBS project. Sponsored by the Westchester Library System, WEBS has counseled more than 40,000 adults in the Westchester area. Those who wish to attend the program must call WEBS at 674-3612 to register. Places will be filled

on a first-come, first-served basis.

Health Care Navigation Health care navigators will be able to meet with clients by appointment only on Wednesdays from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the second floor Conference Room. Sessions will provide clients with information and assistance with the New York State Department of Health. These sessions are free and open to the public, and an appointment is necessary to be seen. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 813-5192.

League of Women Voters Coffee and Conversation On Friday, Sept. 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., the New Rochelle League of Women Voters’ first Coffee and Conversation program for the 2016-17 series will feature city Councilman Ivar Hyden, who represents District 4. The program will take place in the Meeting Room of the main library. The public is welcome to attend the free program. Hyden will discuss the city’s plans for the future of downtown New Rochelle and other current issues the City Council is addressing. A Q&A session will follow the informal presentation. Complimentary coffee and a light breakfast fare will be served.

Glen Island Park Westchester County Car Show Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino invites classic car buffs to the Westchester County Car Show on Sunday, Sept. 25 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Glen Island Park in New Rochelle. Registration for exhibitors on that day is from 8 a.m. to noon. Admission is free for spectators. There is a parking fee of $5 per car. In case of rain, the event will be cancelled. The show will feature displays of a wide variety of classic and collectible cars, street rods and motorcycles, all carefully restored to mint condition or modified for performance. The Westchester Street Rod Association will present more than 100 trophies to the best vehicles, classified by decades up to modified 2016. For information on entering a car or bike, call 260-9274, 666-2057, 844-8240 or 203-536-0747. For information about being a vendor at the event, call Beth Bricker at 231-4645. The car show is sponsored by Westchester County Parks, the Westchester Street Rod Association and Sassone Bros. Auto Body Repairs. Deadline for our What’s Going On section is every Thursday at noon. Though space is not guaranteed, we will do our best to accommodate your listing. Please send all items to news@hometwn.com.

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Massive fish kills seen in Mamaroneck Harbor

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Despite large-scale fish kills along the Mamaroneck shoreline, the Westchester County Department of Health has kept local beaches open to the public throughout the latter part of the summer. Photo/Andrew Dapolite

By ANDREW DAPOLITE Contributor Over the past few weeks, hundreds of dead fish have washed ashore in Mamaroneck Harbor and the surrounding waterfronts, raising water safety concerns amongst beachgoers. However, in a statement emailed to residents and business owners on Aug. 29 in response to numerous inquiries, the village of Mamaroneck attempted to squelch apprehensions by offering a few theories for the massacre. Ideas ranged from naturally occurring conditions such as recent high temperatures, to anthropogenic influences such as an algae bloom triggered by fertilizer entering upstream storm water drains. According to the village’s statement, “fish kills generally occur in warmer weather when algae growth increases, then dies off and is consumed by decomposing organisms… subsequently lowering the oxygen levels in the water that fish need to breathe.” Harbor Island Park and local beaches, which are routinely monitored by the Westchester County Department of Health, have remained open to swimmers throughout the past few weeks. Lauren Amato, a Harbor Island Park employee, said that she observed workers removing dead fish from the shoreline beginning in mid-August. “It was not just one or two,” she said. “It was the entire

shoreline. There had to be over 50 fish. It was crazy.” While the site of the dead fish has come as a shock to some, Dan Catalano, owner of the store Harbor Island Bait and Tackle on East Boston Post Road in Mamaroneck, said it’s just something you have to deal with. “It doesn’t happen every year and it does not affect the sport of fishing at all,” he said. “The water is still clean. This time of year, people are still catching porgies, fluke and summer flounder.” Catalano says that the worst complaint he has heard has been the odor caused by fish rotting along the shoreline. “It smells a lot like sewage,” he added. Peter Linderoth, water quality program manager for Save the Sound, an environmental nonprofit organization with offices in Mamaroneck, told the Review that the situation is unfortunately not unusual. “The fish we are seeing in the harbor are Atlantic menhaden, commonly known as bunker,” Linderoth said. “They are a schooling fish and their numbers have been increasing in [the] Long Island Sound over the past few years. If a large school comes into an embayment that’s already at a point where the dissolved oxygen is low, the fish are very susceptible to basically suffocating.” Linderoth largely agreed with the village’s assessment that natural causes such as the warm

temperatures are contributing to the fish kills, but also stressed that excessive use of inorganic fertilizers on local area golf courses, park grounds and even residential yards could be an additional culprit. Linderoth further explained that fertilizer can enter the harbor through streams, groundwater and storm water drains, sometimes resulting in unsustainable levels of nutrient pollution. According to Linderoth, nutrient pollution does not necessarily make the water quality unsafe for people; however, it can sometimes lead to toxic algae blooms, which affect the food we eat. Linderoth also did not rule out the possibility that other bays and harbors along the Long Island Sound could be experiencing similar events despite a relatively healthy report card for the large majority of the estuary. Save the Sound is currently in the process of sampling the dissolved oxygen in Mamaroneck Harbor in order to see if any reductions can be made to protect marine life, which Linderoth believes is not limited to the bunker that live at the bottom of the food chain. Caren Halbfinger, public affairs director for the county health department, said that despite the fish kills, the Long Island Sound remains in excellent condition. “We have not had any beach closures this year other than preventive because of the amount of rainfall,” she added.

The Westchester County Department of Health has confirmed that 19 county residents have been infected with Zika virus while travelling outside the country. Pictured is aedes albopictus, commonly known as the Asian tiger mosquito, a species that is capable of carrying the virus. Photo courtesy Thomas Mistretta

that they need to take some steps to be proactive as well.” Parker said with summer coming to close, while there has not been any case of local contractions of the virus from mosquitos in the Lower Hudson Valley thus far, residents must still be wary of the possibility of the virus travelling north from Florida, whether it is through sexual transmission or mosquito migration. The Westchester County Department of Health also announced on Aug. 19 the existence of mosquitos carrying the West Nile virus, specifically in the city of Yonkers. “We hope confirmation of mosquitoes with West Nile virus

reminds residents to take precautions,” said Westchester County Health Commissioner Dr. Sherlita Amler. “The best ways to avoid West Nile, and other mosquito-borne illnesses, are to remove standing water from your property.” In an effort to combat the spread of the virus, according to Parker, the county health department is giving residents free minnows that can eat mosquito larvae, applying larvacide to catch basins on county and municipal roads, and doubling up on the number of mosquito trap sites where there could be a potential Zika outbreak. Favorite mosquito breeding sites include buckets, plant pot saucers, clogged gutters, pet

bowls, old tires, as well as children’s pools and toys. According to the CDC, Zika infection during pregnancy can cause serious birth defects and is associated with other pregnancy problems, including microcephaly, which is a defect where a baby’s head is smaller than expected and the brain is not developed properly. Symptoms of the Zika virus typically include mild fever, rash, joint pain and red eyes, as well as muscle pain and headaches. There have not been any recorded deaths in Westchester County caused by Zika, as of press time. CONTACT: franco@hometwn.com

Correcting the record In the Sept. 2 article “Resident looks to provide free Wi-Fi in city parks,” the date of the forum that will be held by Terrance Jackson and Clayton Banks is incorrect. The correct date is Thursday, Sept. 15.

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Flags honor 3,001 lives lost in terrorist attacks By ANDREW DAPOLITE Contributor

Peter Parente is well-known throughout the city of New Rochelle for his support of fallen soldiers and veterans of the armed forces. As the president of the United Veterans Memorial and Patriotic Association of New

Rochelle, Parante organizes the annual Veterans Day and Memorial Day ceremonies for the city, something he considers a continuation of service to country which began more than 30 years ago when he entered the Marine Corps. In recent weeks however, Parente and his wife Jennifer have

led a new initiative: covering the front lawn of New Rochelle City Hall with 3,001 American flags in honor of the lives lost in the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, as well as the Sept. 11, 2012 attack on an American diplomatic compound in Benghazi, Libya. While Parente served for eight years in active duty during The

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Tracy Greco, left, with her daughter Gabby Greco help Artie Migliore hammer flags into the ground.

Dylan Neumann helps set up flags on the front lawn of New Rochelle City Hall. Photos/Jen Parente

Gulf War, he said he was never quite satisfied with the commitment he made to his country. “What gets me so involved today is my patriotism,” Parente told the Review. “I don’t want

anyone to ever forget what happened to us and I would love for this country to unite and remember that we are all Americans CONTINUED on next page

September 9, 2016 • THE CITY REVIEW • 7 who are in this together.” This year, the Parentes have relied on the help of friends Michael and Nancy Kirkpatrick, as well as dozens of volunteers, in order to install the thousands of flags that have been on display for the week leading up to the city’s annual Sept. 11 ceremony. Parente is encouraging everyone in the community to attend the 7 p.m. event on Sunday, particularly children who may not remember or were not alive 15 years ago when two hijacked airliners crashed into the World Trade Center in downtown Manhattan, taking 2,500 lives. An additional 157 people aboard the hijacked airplanes also died that day. Also, 189 lives were lost at the Pentagon from another hijacked plane that crashed into it, and 44 lives were lost when the fourth hijacked plane crashed into a field in Stonycreek Township, Pennsylvania. The plot remains the deadliest terrorist attack in world history. “We are coming to a time very shortly, where graduating classes will be born after Sept. 11, 2001,” Parente said. “A lot of the young kids walking around today really have no idea or experience of the tragedy of Sept. 11. It scarred so many Americans.” Given New Rochelle’s close proximity to downtown Manhattan, Parente, like many other Westchester residents, was personally affected by the tragedy, losing his former Marine Sgt. Mi-

Vincent Mirabile, left, and Chris Greco set up flags in rows.

chael Curtin, who was working at the time as a New York Police Department officer. According to Parente, Curtin’s body was found six months to the day on March 11, 2002, allowing his grieving family a proper burial as well as some necessary closure. For Parente, as he looks out across the sea of flags in front of New Rochelle’s City Hall, he knows that there’s not enough to account for the first responders

Gabby Greco holds a flag. Photos/Jen Parente

and construction workers who have since died due to health issues related to toxic exposure at the rubble site of ground zero, as well as the lives lost in Iraq and Afghanistan, military conflicts spawned from the Sept. 11 attacks. “Many people have died because of 9/11, but not necessarily on 9/11,” he said. “I look at what I do as a way for me to heal as well as for the community to heal.”

Andres Wiswell, left, and George Morris were just two of the dozens of volunteers who helped set up 3,0001 flags in honor of the lives lost in the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, as well as the Sept. 11, 2012 attack in Benghazi, Libya.

Michael Kirkpatrick, co-coordinator of the flag planting event, with his grandson Liam Rodey.

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Liberatore pulls Rye Town Park restaurant proposal

The Rye Town Park Commission is currently reviewing a proposal from John Ambrose, the present restaurant tenant and co-owner of Seaside Johnnies, following the withdrawal of Angelo Liberatore’s plan on Aug. 15. Photo/Andrew Dapolite

By FRANCO FINO Staff Writer One of two submitters to operate a restaurant at Rye Town Park has withdrawn their proposal to manage the park’s restaurant, snack and concession stands. Angelo Liberatore told the Rye Town Park Commission that he is foregoing his plan to revamp the park’s restaurant area after giving it some additional thought. The news was announced at the commission’s meeting on Aug. 16. According to Rye Town Supervisor Gary Zuckerman, a Democrat and member of the commission, Liberatore reached out to him prior to the latest Rye Town Park Commission meeting and decided to withdraw his proposal on Aug. 15. Following a request for proposals, RFP, that was sent out in late June, the commission received two proposals: one from Liberatore, an operating partner of the Fort Pond Bay Company—which operates Half Moon and Harvest on Hudson in Westchester County, as well as East by Northeast and The Stone Lion Inn in Montauk—and one proposal from Sam Chernin and John Ambrose of Seaside Johnnies, Rye Town Park’s current restaurant tenant. “I feel just as good now about keeping the restaurant as I did before the other party withdrew,” Ambrose said. The Rye Town Park Com-

mission—which consists of representatives from the city and town of Rye, and the villages of Port Chester, Rye Brook and the Rye Neck section of the village of Mamaroneck—is responsible for setting policy at the park, which has been around since the early 1900s, and governing its operations. The restaurant is located at 95 Dearborn Ave., off of Forest Avenue in the city of Rye, and is open seasonally from April until September each year. Seaside Johnnies’ lease agreement expires at the end of 2016. Zuckerman said that Liberatore cited issues with the proposal’s timeframe not being long enough to prepare for the 2017 season. The restaurateur said it would be difficult to align the management of the park’s restaurant with several other restaurants he co-owns, according to the Rye town supervisor. Despite the pulled proposal, however, the park commission is still mulling the review process. “I think that we need to have a better understanding of why one person pulled a proposal and why others didn’t follow through with their bid [before a decision is made],” said Rye City Councilwoman Julie Killian, a Republican and member of the commission. The park commission did not disclose any information about others submitting bids to operate the restaurant. The operators of Seaside Johnnies are proposing an ex-

pansion on their current restaurant theme, while adding a tropical twist. With proposed refurnishing for the beachfront snack bar and the entrance to the main restaurant, the proposal also includes updating equipment, extending the bar and adding an indoor fireplace. The proposal estimates the construction to cost about $1 million. During the park commission meeting, members suggested the restaurant remain open yearround or to have its timeline extended further into the fall. But according to Ambrose, the Seaside Johnnies operators will not entertain measures to extend the restaurant’s timeline if their proposal is accepted by the commission. “Business just dries up after Labor Day,” he said. “In theory it’s a great idea, but knowing how things drop off, it’s not a practical one.” Zuckerman said the commission has no intentions of forcing the restaurant’s operator to remain open any longer than what he feels is necessary for practical business. The commission, which will meet again on Sept. 20, will have until Oct. 7 to make a decision on whether or not to accept Ambrose’s proposal. “We look forward to finalizing a deal with the commission,” Ambrose said. According to Zuckerman, the commission has the jurisdiction to reopen the RFP if it does not reach a decision with Ambrose. CONTACT: franco@hometwn.com

‘Dads Take Your Child to School Day’ set for 9/20

Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino has called on all dads and Westchester school leaders to save the date for “Dads Take Your Child to School Day” on Tuesday, Sept. 20. “Dads Take Your Child to School Day is a great way for dads and kids to get the school year started off right—and to keep it going strong,” said Astorino, a father of three young children. “Please join us for this fun and important way to show our children we care about their education and will be there all year long.” If you are a school leader, please visit the statewide campaign site to register your school at dadstakeyourchildtoschoolday.com. It only takes a minute

to sign up, and there are some great activity ideas to explore while you’re there. You can also learn more by contacting Joseph D. Kenner of the Westchester County Department of Social Services at jkenner@westchestergov.com or 995-3287. Research shows that students with involved fathers receive more A’s, enjoy school more, and stay in school longer, according to the National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse, a resource of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Westchester’s Dads Take Your Child to School Day is part of a statewide campaign that promotes fatherhood by encouraging fathers, stepfathers, foster fathers, grandfathers, un-

cles, brothers, godfathers and other significant male caregivers to be involved in their child’s education. Astorino’s #DadBeThere fatherhood initiative is an ongoing effort to support the full spectrum of fathers, from those who are active in the home to those who are absent. Programs range from career counseling and job placement assistance to simply creating more opportunities for dads and families to spend time together. Visit westchestergov. com/dadbethere to learn more. All dads and families are encouraged to share their proud fathering moments using the hashtags #DadBeThere and #DadsTakeYourChildtoSchoolDay on social media. (Submitted)

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restrictions on nonprofits, and will prevent those opposing the government from expressing their free speech. Susan Lerner, the executive director of Common Cause New York, said, “Common Cause New York is deeply disappointed that Gov. Andrew Cuomo has chosen to ignore the causes of

systematic corruption in Albany, and instead wrongfully punish organizations’ proper and lawful collaboration to more effectively advocate for their causes.” According to Lerner, her organization believes the new law will not stand on appeal.

Among others to criticize the new measures is Common Cause New York, a nonprofit political advocacy organization that engages in lobbying that has been openly opposed to the legislation. The group has argued that the legislation places stringent

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The pest years of our lives RHYMES WITH CRAZY Lenore Skenazy

To everything there is a season, especially if you’re a household pest: A time for mice, a time for ants. A time to eat wood, a time to suck blood. And a time for all those roaches under ovens. No one knows this better than the experienced exterminator. “There’s a different insect or problem every month,” says Sam Ramos, proprietor of Above and Beyond Pest Management in Rockaway Park, doing business citywide, but mostly in Brooklyn. If this is April, it must be termite season. May? Carpenter bees. And which pest pops inside in November? Hint: It is a creature that was much beloved by Walt Disney. Hint No. 2: It is not a duck. How do I know all this? I had a long, meandering conversation with Ramos, my savior. Six months ago, when I could no longer convince myself it was my imagination that little brown things were running for cover every time I turned on the kitchen light, I sat down at my computer and did what any full-blooded New Yorker does at such a time. I vowed never to leave a single dish a single second longer in the sink ever again, if only someone would come and make my home un-depressing again. Then I called a couple of exterminators I found online, and one of them—Ramos—sounded positively jubilant. “Roaches? Piece of cake!” he said. He told me they’re easy to get rid of, and guaranteed his work for six months. Since it is now six months later and I can still turn on the

kitchen light without screaming, I wondered if he’d spill the beans (and then carefully clean them up) about the rest of New York and its infestations. That’s when I learned about the Seasons of the Pest. Right now, says Ramos, we are in the midst of stinging season, which began in July. But because this summer has been so outrageously hot and humid, he has also been getting out-ofseason calls about roaches. And not just ordinary roaches. “In 22 years, I’ve only seen them fly once. That was maybe 15 years ago. And now they’re flying again,” he said. Great. This summer may also be remembered, at least by Ramos, for its millipede and centipede explosion. These leggy pests tend to be more of an issue in homes made of brick, he said, because bricks are porous, “and with humidity, they actually sweat.” Out come their inhabitants. For folks who live in brick houses, Ramos recommends a dehumidifier. “It’s a small investment and it’ll save your home. Water is the enemy,” he said. Once fall arrives, the stinging insects drop off and in many places, the ants do, too. “But what if you have a heat-radiant floor?” asks Ramos. It’s nice and warm for ants, too. For an easy mnemonic think: Radi-ANT heat. In October and November, rodents come in from the cold. Waterbugs show up, too, because that’s when the heat goes on. “Once the pipes get hot, they can’t nest in the walls, so they tend to come out around the radiators,” says Ramos. And then everything that needs to stay toasty inside does, for the rest of the winter. (Unless Ramos gets there.)

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Come April, he says, “When one day it’s 40 and then one day it’s 70, and everybody puts their shorts on and heads to the park? That’s termite day.” They swarm. This can be outside the house or, OMG, inside. In May, the carpenter bees bore into the underside of decks, mating as they go. And pretty soon it’s summer with the stinging things again. The good news is that New Yorkers’ two biggest enemies— roaches and bedbugs—are no longer the intractable problems they were. A new poison embedded in delicious (to roaches) gel is doubly effective: It kills the roaches and then kills (put down your fork) the roaches that eat them. And after 15 or 20 years of trying to kill bedbugs, exterminators have finally come up with a poison that does the job without accidentally sending the bloodsuckers scattering. Since bedbugs are generally happy right there in the bed, targeted killing means that’s where they die, and people don’t have to throw out all their belongings anymore, because the bugs never scrambled away. I asked Ramos how it feels to rid the city of pests. He answered with a story: He was once called in to treat a six-story building overrun by bedbugs because of an earlier mistreatment (mistreat and they scatter), even in the walls. He did the job, and then he moved into an apartment there. “The neighbors love me,” he said. “It’s like having a doctor in the house.” Seasons come, seasons go. But a good exterminator passeth all understanding. CONTACT: lskenazy@yahoo.com

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Clockwise from top left, Awa Sangho, SOURCE International African Jazz Band, Gary Smulyan and Baby Soda are just some of the acts performing at the White Plains Jazz Fest this year. Photo courtesy artswestchester.org

ArtsWestchester is pleased to announce the return of White Plains Jazz Fest, celebrating its fifth season. The festival, which kicks off on Sept. 20, is a collaboration between ArtsWestchester, the city of White Plains and the White Plains BID to spotlight top jazz musicians in Westchester County. “This festival is growing bigger and better than ever,” said Mayor Thomas Roach. “It has become a White Plains tradition.” Taking place Tuesday, Sept. 20 through Sunday, Sept. 25, the festival lineup includes established jazz and blues musicians, emerging artists and a tasty array of dining opportunities that promise a great cultural experience for everyone from jazz enthusiasts to families and casual listeners. “You won’t find a greater mix of jazz and blues musicians and bands in Westchester County than those featured in the fifth annual Jazz Fest program coming to White Plains

this September,” says Janet Langsam, CEO of ArtsWestchester. “This year, our six-day festival continues its tradition of featuring a range of international styles by spotlighting African jazz among others in our lineup. With more than 15 live music events, there’s something for everyone in Jazz Fest 2016.” This year’s featured groups include the Gary Smulyan Organ Quartet, SOURCE International African Jazz Band, Baby Soda, Bob Baldwin, Myra Casales, and Joe Boykin & Friends with headliner Awa Sangho. The concerts are either free or affordably priced, and the venues are conveniently located throughout White Plains and accessible by public transportation. “The White Plains BID is proud to partner with ArtsWestchester and the city of White Plains to present a week of exceptional jazz music in our downtown,” said Kevin Nunn, executive director of the BID. “We expect to draw jazz enthu-

siasts from all over the tri-state region to this six-day festival. No doubt, many who do come will find exceptional dining options in our downtown restaurants and at our free outdoor music and food festival on Sept. 25. There are four major hotel brands in the downtown, so we can easily accommodate those who would like to stay for the entire event. We hope to see everyone there.” Commissioner of White Plains Recreation and Parks Wayne Bass said that the festival is developing a reputation among jazz connoisseurs. “White Plains Jazz Fest is becoming recognized as one of the best jazz festivals in the tristate area,” he said. “Great venues, amazing performances and creative, diverse programming are our trademark. This year we feature African, Latin, swing, straight ahead and smooth jazz performances. This is a festival that has something for everyone.” For more information or to purchase tickets, visit artswestchester.org/jazz-fest. (Submitted)

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A ‘game’ of great importance LIVE MIKE Mike Smith

For as many times as Harrison and Rye have met on the gridiron, “The Game” has rarely—if ever—felt inconsequential. Even in seasons where one side’s playoff hopes have already been dashed, the mere thought of potentially playing spoiler to their rivals has been enough to spur the underdogs to victories—and set off wild celebrations in the victorious community. As one former Rye player told me years ago, “You could win the section, you could win states, but when people come back, the first thing they want to know is, ‘Did you beat Harrison?’” But even in a rivalry that has never lacked for drama, few games in the last 50 years have felt as important as the one being played on Sept. 10. Since its 7-0 win over the Garnets 40 years ago, Harrison

has held the all-time advantage in this long-running series. With sustained stretches of dominance, including a 9-1 tear in the 1990s, the Huskies were able to, at least for a time, claim bragging rights in New York state’s best football rivalry. But that could all change this year. Over the last decade or so, Rye’s success against the Huskies—including two wins in 2015—has whittled Harrison’s all-time lead to where it stands now; 42-41-3. One more victory for the Garnets, and this series will be tied up for the first time since 1975. And if you think the history of the series is lost on today’s current players, you’d be grossly mistaken. After Rye’s Week 1 win over Beacon, Garnet quarterback TJ Lavelle admitted that it’s not easy to ignore the implications of Saturday’s matchup with the Huskies. “Ever since we were little

kids, we’ve been watching the Rye-Harrison game and keeping track of the records,” Lavelle said. “We’ve always wanted to come back, tie that and take the lead.” But if the quest to tie things up with the Huskies is chief among Rye’s goals this week, it’s safe to assume that the Huskies’ concerns would be of the more immediate nature. In the season opener on Sept. 3, the Huskies were dealt a stunning loss by underdog Eastchester, putting Harrison at 0-1 on the season. For them, a win at Rye on Saturday would not only help preserve their overall lead on the Garnets; it would also help them keep pace with their rivals in the Class A playoff picture. Coming into Saturday, there are a lot of questions that need to be answered: Was the Garnets’ showing at Beacon simply a walkover against a weaker team? Can the Huskies bounce back from a heartbreaking loss? How will Rye’s line stand up against a deeper, more experienced group

Rye’s Mat Bruno tackles Harrison’s Zach Evans on Oct. 10, 2015. With a win on Saturday, Rye has a chance to tie the overall record between the two rivals. Photo/Bobby Begun

than they saw a week ago? And perhaps most importantly, will this be the year that Rye gets back on equal footing with their chief foes? There may be a lot of uncer-

tainty surrounding this year’s game, but one thing is for sure; both teams will be up for the challenge. “It’s going to be an intense week of practice,” Lavelle said.

“Harrison’s a great opponent and we’re going to have to work very hard to prepare for Saturday.”

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The Review Roundup Girls’ Soccer 6/2 Suffern d. New Rochelle 4-1 The Huguenots ran into a Class A title contender in their season opener last week, and although they acquitted themselves nicely against Suffern, they ultimately fell to the Mounties by a three-goal margin. After the Mounties jumped out to a 2-0 lead, New Rochelle’s Ruby Hastie found the net on a penalty kick in the 67th minute to cut the lead in half. Unfortunately for the Huguenots, that would be as close as they would get, as two late Suffern goals put the game out of reach.

6/6 New Rochelle d. Pleasantville 3-0 New Rochelle got its first win of the season on Tuesday, hanging a 3-0 loss on the Panthers at home. The Huguenots dominated possession from the outset, spending much of the first half deep in the Pleasantville side. Sophie Wolf broke a scoreless tie with 10 minutes to play in the first half, burying a kick under the right crossbar to send Mamaroneck into halftime with a 1-0 lead. The second half featured even more New Rochelle offense, as both Ruby Hastie and Sydney Jasper scored to extend the lead. The Huguenots will play a third-straight home game to kick off the season on Sept. 9, after press time, when they host Mahopac.

Sophie Wolf races down the field on Sept. 6. Wolf scored the Huguenots’ first goal in a 3-0 win over the Panthers.

tion title in 2015 and advanced to the Class AA regional final round of the state tourney.

Football 6/3 New Rochelle d. North Rockland 34-13 New Rochelle’s football team opened the season on a strong note last Saturday, walloping North Rockland in a 3413 rout. The Huguenots wasted little time putting points on the board, as senior Romeo Holden took off for 91 yards for a score on the opening kickoff. He would go on to rush for 72 yards and

caught another touchdown pass in the Huguenots’ win. New Rochelle employed a two-quarterback system, putting both Jonathan Saddler and Keion Hiland-Jones under center, and Hiland-Jones shined, throwing for two touchdowns and 75 yards. The Huguenots will play another home game on Sept. 10, when they host Mount Vernon at 1:30 p.m. Mount Vernon appears to be much-improved this year, losing a 28-26 heartbreaker to playoff-hopeful Scarsdale last week.

A Huguenot plays the ball along the sidelines during New Rochelle’s 3-0 win over Pleasantville.

-Reporting by Mike Smith Bold denotes home team

Boys’ Soccer 6/3 New Rochelle d. Great Neck North 3-1 In their season opener, the Huguenots traveled to Long Island to take on Great Neck North and came away with a convincing 3-1 victory. Harwan Alzuabidi led the way for New Rochelle, notching a goal and an assist in the win, while Omar Tejeda and Leo Vargas added goals of their own. The Huguenots will have an early test on Sept. 7, after press time, when they head up to Arlington to take on the presumptive Class AA favorite Admirals. Arlington won a sec-

Sydney Jasper sends the ball into the middle against the Panthers. Jasper had a goal in New Rochelle’s win.

A New Rochelle player makes a move on Sept. 6. Photos/Mike Smith

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