Mamaroneck Review 5-15-2015

May 15, 2015 | Vol. 3, Number 19 | www.mamaroneckreview.com

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meters, which arrived in the village this week, would each service a large area of the busi-ness district, as opposed to the current meter-per-spot setup.

According to Village Man-ager Rich Slingerland, the vil-lage is in the process of plan-ning out a deployment plan, but is awaiting the board’s decision on how they want to configure the multi-space meters.

While the village first pro-posed an idea of a convoluted two-hour parking time limit zone during a meeting in April, many residents expressed ve-

hement opposition, leading to a prompt tabling of the item. The two-hour zone proposal entailed the creation of a park-ing zone along Mamaroneck Avenue with a parking limit of two hours. However, if pa-trons were to move their car after two hours to another spot in the zone, they would still be exceeding the limit, unless three hours passed since first parking.

With the two-hour zone tabled indefinitely, the board discussed alternatives includ-ing a pay-by-plate system where people must punch in

their license plate numbers into the multi-space meter prompts.

According to Trustee Leon Potok, a Democrat, the board agreed this option was inef-ficient because the village’s parking enforcement officers would need to compare a list of plates to spots one-by-one. Potok added that a report from the Village of Mamaroneck Police Chief Chris Leahy agreed with the board’s opin-ion of inefficiency.

Instead, Potok said another

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By JaCKSOn CHenStaff Writer

The Village of Larchmont is expected to appoint its first village administrator ever on May 18, after press time.

With the help of a munici-pal consultant, the village was able to offer the admin-istrator position to Justin Da-tino, which was then accepted in April. Datino, 30, who is set to step down from his role as the Village of Scarsdale’s deputy superintendent of public works and assistant to the village manager this week, will begin work in Larchmont on June 1.

Larchmont’s Democratic Mayor Anne McAndrews said that alongside appoint-ing Datino as the village ad-ministrator and village clerk on May 18, Larchmont’s Board of Trustees will also be ratifying the contract that both parties have agreed to. According to the contract, Datino will be paid a yearly salary of $126,500 for his services as administrator, clerk and work with the vil-lage’s Water Department. While the administrator po-sition allows for qualified in-dividuals to live outside the village and even Westchester County, Datino currently re-sides in Elmsford.

According to the mayor, Datino’s merit for the posi-tion stemmed from his expe-rience and enthusiasm.

“What you want is some-one who has the ability to do the job 24/7, that’s what he has,” McAndrews said of

Datino, who has eight years of experience working for Scarsdale.

“My experience here in Scarsdale has been broad… I think that’s a unique trait that I’ll be able to bring to Larch-mont as a brand new village administrator,” Datino said. “The idea is to bring conti-nuity to the government and effectively run the day-to-day operations”

When asked about his rela-tively young age, Datino said it allows him to stay working in the office all day, but still be ready for a full day’s work the next day.

“I’m very excited to work for a village that’s so inter-ested in maintaining such a high quality of services for its residents,” he said. “By them choosing to employ a village administrator, it really shows their interest in their govern-ment and the way they want to continue doing business.”

Larchmont Trustee Mar-lene Kolbert, a Democrat, added that Datino’s experi-ence in working with infra-structure and sustainabil-ity issues made him the most qualified candidate, consid-ering the village is currently facing similar problems.

In between his time transi-tioning from Scarsdale, Larch-mont will continue its pro-cess of introducing Datino to several department heads and employees in Village Hall, ac-cording to McAndrews. The mayor added that there are still some introductions to

Going mobile!The iconic institution known as Walter’s Hot Dogs has added a fully equipped food truck to its business, capable of nearly the same food service as the near century old hot dog stand located on Palmer Avenue in Mamaroneck. For story, see page 6. Photo courtesy Walter’s Hot Dogs

By JaCKSOn CHenStaff Writer

The Village of Mama-roneck’s Board of Trustees is continuing to explore different options that attempt to solve the ongoing parking problems on Mamaroneck Avenue. One of the options up for discus-sion is automatic license plate readers, which track when and where a car is parked.

During its May 11 meet-ing, the village board began its discussion of how it would configure the new multi-space meters. The 18 multi-space

Plate reader proposal draws privacy concerns

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Housing monitor: County not in complianceBy CHriS eBerHarT

Staff Writer

Westchester County is not in compliance with the af-fordable housing benchmarks agreed to in the 2009 afford-able housing settlement and could be subject to fines and forced to build additional af-fordable housing units, ac-cording to a report completed by the housing monitor tasked with overseeing implementa-tion of the settlement.

But Westchester County Board of Legislators Chair-man Mike Kaplowitz, a York-town Democrat said the report is “much to do about nothing.”

According to the federal monitor, Jim Johnson’s report that was released on May 8, and states the county has not lived up to its end of the set-tlement, which stipulates that Westchester must build 750 affordable housing units over a seven-year period. Conse-quently, by not adhering to those stipulations, the county could be forced to build more affordable housing units, pay a fine of $60,000 a month and be held in contempt.

The disagreement between the two sides revolves around a 28-unit development by the Chappaqua Train Station in the Town of New Castle and whether the units should count towards a benchmark figure or not. If this development is in-cluded in the benchmark num-ber, the county has the financ-ing in place for 454 affordable housing units, four more than the mandated 450 units that required financing in place by the end of 2014. Removing

the Chappaqua Station project would drop the county below the figure.

Kaplowitz and representa-tives from the county execu-tive’s office said the 28 units should count towards the 450 benchmark total because fi-nancing is in place for the project after the Board of Leg-islators approved the issuance of a $2.9 million bond on Nov. 24, 2014 to finance the cost of the development.

“I respect the monitor’s po-sition,” Kaplowitz said, “but I don’t think he’s correct. The financing is in place.”

The only thing holding up the project, Kaplowitz said, is litigation between the devel-oper Conifer and the Town of New Castle over the length of time that a special permit pro-vides for construction to be completed. Conifer says the special permit is for 25 years; the town says the permit ex-pired on March 20, 2015. The court ruled in New Castle’s fa-vor, but Conifer appealed the ruling on May 7.

According to the monitor’s report, New Castle’s building inspector advised the town to grant Conifer an 18-month ex-tension to complete construc-tion if the developer makes an extension request, which, to date, the company has not.

“The state’s done its job. The county’s done its job. And the town’s down its job. We’re just waiting for the developer,” Kaplowitz said. “This is moot-ed when Conifer applies for a building permit extension…That’s the only thing holding up this project, so there’s no reason why this shouldn’t count.”

But Johnson said the 28 units shouldn’t count be-cause the funding was not in place by the end of 2014 and the project’s completion is shrouded in doubt because of litigation and heavy scrutiny by the community and New Castle officials.

Also, the issuance of the bond that was approved by the Board of Legislators was “subject to the approval of all required State and Municipal variances.” According to John-son’s report, it wasn’t until January of this year when the State Board of Review ap-proved the building and fire code variances for the Chap-paqua Station development.

The Town of New Castle challenged that approval and lost, but the challenge stalled the process and delayed the submission of the State Board of Review’s written final de-termination approving the project’s variances.

Johnson said that, until the written final determination is submitted, which the State Board of Review said it would complete “in the coming weeks,” the variances are not considered to be granted and, therefore, the bond was never authorized.

The federal Department of Justice, DOJ, supported John-son’s opinion in an April 15 letter. According to the let-ter, the DOJ said the county should not receive credit for Chappaqua Station’s proposal because the county’s financ-ing is “expressly...contingent upon a condition that has not occurred.”

The monitor also said that

litigation between New Castle and the developer, Conifer, over the length of time that a special permit provides for construction to be complet-ed further put the project in jeopardy.

“There has been no indi-

cation that Conifer or New Castle will favorably resolve the litigation leading to the construction of the proposed development of anything sub-stantially similar to it,” John-son said in his report.

And he further added that

the county did not “use all available means,” which in-clude incentivizing the project or taking legal action, to ad-dress New Castle’s efforts to hinder the project.

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Housing monitor Jim Johnson said the county is not in compliance with the 2009 affordable housing settlement because a 28-unit Chappaqua Station development, pictured, shouldn’t count towards the 2014 benchmark number of units that have funding in place. Rendering courtesy Warshauer Architect

ClarificationIn the April 24 article “Larchmont adopts healthy budget,” it stated that the village will

be spending more than $700,000 on street maintenance to repair and repave roads. While the village budgeted $700,000 for street maintenance, the number includes salaries and miscellaneous items. For strictly road repaving, Larchmont has budgeted to spend $225,000.

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What’s going on...Town of Mamaroneck

Drug take-back eventsThe Town of Ma-

maroneck has been holding drug take-back events to help remove pharmaceu-tical drugs from Long Island Sound and educate resi-dents about proper disposal of drugs. The remaining event will be on Saturday, May 30 at Maxwell Avenue Recycling Center/Town Yard from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Residents may bring expired and unwant-ed pharmaceutical drugs to remove them from your medicine cabinets and dispose of them properly. The town cannot accept pharmaceutical drugs from retail outlets, medical offices or other institutions.

Medicines should never be washed down the sink or flushed down the toilet because they enter the marine environment unaltered after going through the sewage treatment plants. Sewage treatment plants do not treat pharmaceutical chemicals. In fact, certain chemicals disrupt the balance of the treat-ment system decreasing its effectiveness and even disabling it at times. The drugs can be thrown in the garbage or brought to drug take-back events for proper disposal.

The town received a grant from Citizens Campaign for the Environment, a nonprof-it environmental advocacy organization, to hold the drug take-back events.

For more information, contact Town Super-visor Nancy Seligson by calling 381-7805 or email [email protected].

Larchmont RecreationNewcomer’s softball

Join a bunch of pick-up players ages 18 to 70 who play softball at Flint Park every Sunday morning in the summer. Games are played from 8:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m., and are not to be tak-en too seriously as they are intended to be just for fun. Get some exercise, relive your youth and meet a bunch of good guys. For more infor-mation, contact Rob at [email protected].

LMC-TV

Teen summer filmmaking workshopsLMC-TV’s summer filmmaking workshops

are an opportunity to learn hands-on filmmak-ing skills, from cinematography to scriptwrit-ing to computer video editing. This program is geared towards teens 13 and older. Participants will collectively conceive of, write a script for, shoot, direct and edit a short dramatic film us-ing high definition video equipment, editing and scriptwriting software. Participants can

Larchmont Public Library analysis and assignment help. Our middle school summer reading book review ses-sions will be on July 14 and Aug. 11 at 4:30 p.m. Our high school summer read-ing book review sessions will be on July 28 and Aug. 25 at 4:30 p.m. Call the li-brary for titles from Rye Neck Middle and High School, Hommocks Middle School and Mamaroneck High School. Walk-ins are welcome. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information, visit mamaronecklibrary.org.

College admissionsOn June 3 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.,

join internationally recognized and pub-lished educator Dr. F. Tony Di Giacomo in the Community Room for a presentation and discussion on the myriad choices parents and students must make during high school.

Hear Mamaroneck resident Di Giacomo apply his experience from multiple higher education institutions and testing organi-zations to answer questions you or your children may have about the admissions process, the challenge of choice and what really matters to ensure success. Learn what to do, now.

Plus, hear from a parent about how his child was admitted to a highly com-petitive college using Di Giacomo’s approach. For more information, visit mamaronecklibrary.org.

attend one week of workshops for $400 per week or all three for $1,100. Sibling and dual workshop discounts are available.

Workshop 1: FilmmakingMonday, June 29 to Friday, July 17Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Workshop 2: Filmmaking Monday, July 20 to Friday, Aug. 7Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Internship programLMC-TV is offering an internship program

for interested and qualified students from neigh-boring area schools. Our program includes training in field and studio television produc-tion, development of documentary video and news projects. We also provide training in Fi-nal Cut Pro, and create promotional clips for series shows, station promos and public-service announcements. Interns can learn hands-on production techniques by assisting with the production of existing shows.

“The Local Live!”Tune in to LMC-TV’s hyper-local, interac-

tive news show Thursday nights at 7:30 p.m., on Cablevision Channel 75, Verizon Channel 36. During the show, join the discussion. Call 381-0150, email [email protected] or tweet @thelocallive

Free driving permit practice test

Afraid you will not pass the New York State Permit Test on your first try? There is no better way to get prepared than taking a free sample New York Permit Practice Test online. You will be surprised how close it is to the real exam and while practicing, you will polish your knowl-edge of basic road rules and traffic signs in New York. You’ll be asked to answer 40 questions with four response options to select from. Isn’t that the perfect way to study? Need to practice more? No problem. Just re-take this New York DMV Permit Practice Test as many times as you feel necessary. It is absolutely free of charge and the questions are randomized each time, to secure your knowledge. For more information, visit mmrpl.driving-tests.org.

White Plains Performing Arts Center

On May 16 at 8 p.m., Back To The Garden 1969, a group of professional musicians who have performed together in various combina-tions over the years, will come together to cel-ebrate the music and spirit of the Woodstock Era. The musical performances are a tribute to the artists who made Woodstock great and are authentically performed in the style of those art-ists. The band also appears in 60’s period fash-ion and uses sound clips and lighting to recre-ate the mood of the festival. Tickets are $27 in advance, and $32 at the door.

Improving postureOn Friday, May 29 from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.

join Eve Silver for this introduction to the Alex-ander Technique. The Alexander Technique is a unique, hands-on learning process for changing poor postural and movement habits that cause discomfort and limitation. Through gentle touch and simple verbal instruction, the teacher guides you as you perform everyday activities with more lightness, freedom and comfort.

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Summer reading book reviewJoin us in the Mamaroneck Teen Library for

casual conversation followed by discussion,

Deadline for our What’s Going On section is every Wednesday at noon.Though space is not guaranteed, we will do our best to accommodate your listing. Please send

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Walter’s Hot Dogs may be nearly a century old, but that doesn’t mean the local Mama-roneck establishment is out of ideas just yet.

In fact, Gene-Christian Baca and his sister Katharine War-rington Woodward, head of business development and head of public relations, respectively, in addition to a large cast of family members, are just get-ting the ball rolling—or more accurately, the truck.

The newest addition to Wal-ter’s business is a fully equipped food truck, which Baca said has been a long time coming.

“[The truck] is something we’ve literally been talking

walter’s takes to the streets

about for almost a decade,” he said. “We wanted it to be perfect.”

And by most standards, that’s exactly what it is.

The 14-foot truck is decked out in an arresting aqua blue, meant to mimic the stand’s iconic oxidized copper roof, and is adorned with accolades from the New York Times, Trav-el and Leisure, and a sepia tone photo of Walter Warrington himself.

More importantly, however, the truck is equipped with the instruments that make Walter’s, Walter’s, including a full-size griddle with the same grill ca-pacity as the stand, freezers for their house-made ice cream and fryers for sides.

In other words, Walter’s fans

can still expect nearly the same full gamut of food items from the restaurant’s new truck, aside from milkshakes, which were nixed from the truck’s menu due to space and power constraints.

According to Baca, Walter’s new food truck represents not just a continuation of the Wal-ter’s name brand, but an ex-pected step forward for both Walter’s and it’s loyal legions of fans. That’s because on 937 Palmer Ave., in Mamaroneck, demand for the hot dogs has been booming.

“We have so many requests for extremely large orders.” he said. “Sometimes people will say, ‘I waited thirty min-utes,’ but what they didn’t know is someone ordered 100

Walter’s Hot Dog’s is known for its long

lunch-hour lines, particularly during the

summer months. Photo/Bobby Begun

hot dogs five minutes before them,” an order not abnormal for the restaurant to field, ac-cording to Baca.

Now, with the food truck up and running, that demand is already palpable, as appetites for their new truck have been voracious.

According to Baca, “the food truck is going to be out five days a week minimum for the next month straight,” cater-

ing weddings, events, and even co-sponsoring its own events with local businesses, includ-ing one this summer with Half Time Beverage, a Mama-roneck-based beer emporium.

Expectedly, the Walter’s crew isn’t the only ones ex-cited about new opportunities. Customers, even the young ones, are ready as well.

“It’s pretty cool that Wal-ter’s is expanding,” said Ma-maroneck High School soph-omore Andrew Selius. “I feel like there a lot of people that haven’t had Walter’s and I feel like they would enjoy it.”

Expansion might be ex-actly what customers should expect.

With Baca’s experience in business development—he spent six years helping com-panies transition to new mar-kets—and Woodward’s back-ground in public relations—she spent two years working for public relations firm Bull-frog and Baum—tradition might be meeting transition.

“I see Walter’s growing, and the food truck was a step in that direction,” Woodward said. “It’s great to be able to bring Walter’s to old custom-ers and new customers in a way that wasn’t possible before.”

Gene-Christian Baca, Gene Warrington’s grandson and the great-grandson of Walter Warrington, drives the iconic business’ new hot dog truck. Photos courtesy Walter’s Hot Dogs

Gene Warrington serves a fresh hot dog from the new food truck to his grandson, Gene-Christian Baca.


Barry Avenue signs are mean-spiritedTo the Editor,Some years ago, Mr. Bernard Rosenshein’s vision of “seasonal residences” on South Barry Avenue

was approved by the Mamaroneck Village Board. Not “condos.” The destructive and mean-spirited litigious nature of some residents has hampered the ability for

improvements to the 63-year-old Mamaroneck Beach and Yacht Club proposed by its current owners. For those who can remember, the club had overnight accommodations way back in its early years before the destruction of part of the original building.

The club has been, for 63 years, longer than most residents who currently live in Shore Acres, a posi-tive addition to the village, and a far better friend and asset to the community than the current neighbors are willing to acknowledge. The signs posted now along Barry Avenue, filled with inaccuracy and some homeowners’ notions that they have some legal right to their view in perpetuity of their creek is absurd.

Neighbors have strolled the grounds of the imposing Stanford White complex, rode their bikes, at-tended countless municipal meetings, school events, proms ,dinners, philanthropic events without a complaint. They didn’t look to other venues for their hometown celebrations.

I have driven down Barry Avenue for the past 62 years to the club. Never, in all those years, have I experienced anything so nasty and mean-spirited as the signs that now line the side of the road—nasti-ness and mean spirits that reflect more on the people who put the signs there than the attempt of the current owners to maintain and develop their facility in the best interests of the club and the community.

The fear of the future is false. The signs violate the spirit of free speech. The signs and the antipathy to the club are unfounded. How much better it would be, and certainly lessen the tax burden of litigation for residents, if all concerned had been able, under the law, to reach a workable, mutually agreeable resolution. Clearly, the club has tried.

Ida Luckower,White Plains

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Years of neglect is MBYC problemTo the Editor,I am writing in reference to Jackson Chen’s recent article on the sale of Mamaroneck Beach and

Yacht Club, “MBYC on the market,” and must say that I read Ms. Rosenshein’s comments about her club with a mix of bewilderment, amusement and sadness. Firstly, she mentions that “all we want to do is renovate and bring this property to the standard it deserves.” But I am puzzled how building two condominium blocks, a function suite and a yacht club building has anything to do with the renovation of existing club facilities.

Most people would agree that this has more to do with expansion of the club than the updating of it—in a zone where this type and size of development is not permitted.

Ms. Rosenshein speaks like a real estate salesperson (rather than a concerned club owner) when she says it is a “gorgeous piece of property” whose historic buildings stand proud in a wonderful setting. So why ruin that by overcrowding the property with five huge modern buildings? These buildings, by the way, will not necessarily generate any tax revenue for the village, but rather will be an additional burden on our infrastructural services.

Secondly, Rosenshein says that all she wants to do is “improve the club for our members,” which is somewhat laughable given she has seemingly failed to invest in the improvement of the club for years. The result has been that “true” annual membership is less than a third of what it was in previous years, as people have apparently become disillusioned by the poor state of the facilities and by the club’s emphasis on non-member profit making functions at their expense.

And the shame of it all, as Rosenshein states in the article, is that “the whole process has been unfortunate, lengthy, and costly for the club and taxpayers of the village.”

Although the cost to us as taxpayers has only been as a result of the club suing the village for $30 million and receiving $825,000 in damages. It has also been unnecessary.

If, a decade ago, those development plans had kept within the zoning laws for purpose, use and size, then Mamaroneck Beach and Yacht Club, MBYC, would now be a thriving and conforming membership club like the others in our neighborhood.

Let’s hope that any new owner will have the business skills to be able to turn MBYC around by increasing membership, updating existing facilities, attracting local community support, limiting development and keeping within the zoning code for our village, as the other clubs in our village have managed to do.

Keith Waitt,Mamaroneck


Westchester County Execu-tive Rob Astorino announced on May 1 that the beaches at Playland Park in Rye, Glen Island Park in New Rochelle and Croton Point Park in Cro-ton-on-Hudson will open on a preseason basis beginning Memorial Day weekend, Sat-urday, May 23.

“After the long, cold winter we experienced in Westches-ter, I know everyone is look-ing forward to getting to the beach and enjoying the warm weather,”Astorino said. “What better way to celebrate Memo-rial Day, the unofficial start of summer, than to spend the day at one of the county’s beau-tiful beaches.”

Astorino noted that after Memorial Day, all three beach-es will be open weekends only through Sunday, June 21. Be-ginning Friday, June 26, all county-owned pools and beach-es will open for the summer season. The beaches and Play-land Pool will be open Wednes-day through Sunday (closed Monday and Tuesday), while

County beaches open Memorial Day weekend

the pools will be open daily, seven days a week, through Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 7. Swimming hours at all facilities are 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., with no admittance after 6 p.m.

County pools are located at Playland Park in Rye, Saxon Woods Park in White Plains, The Brook at Tibbetts Brook Park in Yonkers and Willson’s Waves in Mount Vernon.

Westchester County resi-dency is required at Glen Is-land Park and at all pools except Playland and Croton Point. Proof of residency must be shown with either a West-

chester County Park Pass or a New York State driver’s license. Parks Passes are available at a variety of locations at this time of year. Visit parks.westchester-gov.com for more information.

A season swim pass is avail-able for families, individu-als and seniors citizens who are Westchester County resi-dent park pass holders only. The pass can be purchased and used at all swimming fa-cilities except Playland and Croton Point beach, and cov-ers all admission and parking fees during the 2015 season. (Submitted)

Beaches at Playland Park in Rye, pictured, Glen Island Park in New Rochelle and Croton Point Park in Croton-on-Hudson will open on a preseason basis beginning Memorial Day weekend. File photo

alternative was an automatic license plate reader, which would be installed on the en-forcement officer’s car. With a collective database of parked cars, the automatic reader on the officer’s car would be able to detect if the parking has been paid for by simply driv-ing by.

However, residents were wary of an automatic license plate reader that tracked their whereabouts.

“I don’t want to be watched,” said village resident Dianne Hayden, adding that the idea of automatic plate readers was disconcerting and invasive. “I don’t think anybody else does either. I don’t want somebody to tell me that on such and such a day, I parked here for how many hours.”

While the idea of an auto-matic license plate reader was discussed as one of a few al-ternatives, it garnered the most criticism from residents.

“It’s generally an invasion of privacy,” said Andres Ber-mudez-Hallstrom, a former vil-lage trustee. “I think it’s most important that we have security and some regulations before the machines are bought.”

Despite the privacy con-cerns, Potok said that the pay-by-plate system with econom-ic disincentives for people that park for more than three hours was the way to go.

“I’m very much aware of the concern about privacy, but there are ways to deal with it,” Potok said. The trustee added that the information collected goes to a small database which will be regularly purged.

However, with such glar-ing concerns, Potok said the village board will continue its due diligence and gather more research on the process.

Republican Mayor Norman Rosenblum disagreed with the automatic nature of tracking parked cars. “We’re talking about parking here, not trac-ing people’s license plates,” Rosenblum said. The mayor added the automatic license plate readers add a potential for abuse and that he was in favor for programming num-bered parking spaces on the multi-space meters.

The multi-space meters, or-dered at $6,500 apiece, came about after the Board of Trust-ees hired Walker Parking Con-sultants to conduct a study on how to improve the parking situation in the village’s busi-ness district.

For years, the village has been subject to a developing situation of low turnover of parking along Mamaroneck Avenue, where local employ-ees or residents would con-tinually feed the meters. The parking spots remained occu-pied, which led to no availabil-

ity of parking for shoppers or short-term parkers. The study conducted by the consultants offered several solutions, but concluded that multi-space meters were a better alterna-tive to a multi-tier garage, which Rosenblum originally pushed to solve the parking dilemma.

Meanwhile, the village is also preparing to begin a way-finding study that aims to im-prove the signage throughout the business district. Accord-ing to Slingerland, the study would be completed by Merje, a nationwide wayfinding con-sulting firm.

The village manager said the goal is to simplify and en-hance current signage in the village with “universal graph-ics and designs that people can more easily understand regardless of the language.” Slingerland added that the new signage, once completed, should help direct visitors to parking garages around the village.

In terms of the meters, the board will be revisiting the discussion on how to utilize the multi-space meters again during its May 18 work ses-sion, but the public will be included in the discussions on May 26, during a regular board meeting.


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In the Village of Mamaroneck’s business district, multi-space meters are awaiting installation due to the Board of Trustees attempting to figure out the best configuration for the machines. File photo



be made, which she hopes to accomplish when Datino has more free time after stepping down in Scarsdale on May 15.

“We’ve had long discus-sions with him and we’re starting the whole process,” McAndrews said of assimi-lating the village employee. “There’s no point to have a sudden change, it’s going to be gradual for the depart-ment heads and the Board of Trustees.”

Since it’s the first time that Larchmont has ever worked with a village administra-tor, the mayor said there will be a lot of time in “seeing where the responsibility lies, seeing what decisions have to be made, and seeing how the mayor and administrator interact.”

“I think he has to come and spend a few months to see what our strength and weak-nesses are, our ongoing proj-ects, how we’re modernizing water,” Kolbert said of intro-ducing Datino to the village.

In terms of finally hav-ing a new administrator, the trustee said, “For everybody in Larchmont, it’s going to be a new experience.”

Prior to the prospect of a village administrator, the dai-ly responsibilities fell upon the mayor’s shoulders.

“The village has been extraordinarily lucky with the volunteer help and very skilled professional staff we’ve had,” McAndrews said,

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adding that it’s long overdue that the village received pro-fessional management.

The village originally pur-sued the idea of hiring a vil-lage administrator in Novem-ber 2014, when it hired Don-ald Marra, a former Dobbs Ferry mayor turned munici-pal consultant, for $15,000. In the past, Marra helped the villages of Bronxville and Tuckahoe find village admin-istrators, the latter of which recently created the admin-istrator position for the first time as well.

McAndrews said it was a long search process with a substantial amount of ap-plicants. The process began with Marra forming an idea of who the village wanted through interviews with de-partment heads, current trust-ees and former mayors. From receiving 17 letters of intents with resumes attached, the board then decided who to interview. After pinpointing candidates during the sec-ond round of interviews, the board made the decision to

offer the position to Datino, who holds a master’s degree in public administration from SUNY Albany.

Despite the novelty of the position, the village admin-istrator will be thrust into the village’s major initia-tives this year. McAndrews said the hire was happen-ing at the same time as big changes like, automated wa-ter meters, underground in-frastructure improvements and the widely-criticized Palmer Avenue Streetscape project. The project, which started up again on May 7, attempts to redesign the sidewalks along Palmer Av-enue’s business district and Chatsworth and Larchmont avenues by replacing the sidewalks, trees, streetlamps and benches.

“This manner of managing local government in a profes-sional way, it’s not day-to-day politics, it’s being sure that when flushing a toilet, it works,” McAndrews said.


The Village of Larchmont plans to appoint Justin Datino as its first-ever village administrator on May 18. Datino is expected to begin work with the village in June. File photo

The Friends of the Larch-mont Library held its third an-nual spelling bee for adults and teens on Sunday, April 19.

CBS-TV “Channel 2 News” reporter, Lou Young, who is also a Larchmont resident, served as master of ceremonies for event.

“It’s especially exciting to participate in an event that fo-cuses our attention on the li-brary, a place dedicated to the accumulation and organization of knowledge in an age that seems to balance on the brink of information chaos,” Young said.

Houlihan Lawrence and Ray Catena Lexus of Larchmont were the corporate sponsors of the Larchmont Spelling Bee. (Submitted)

Larchmont library hosts spelling bee

Members of the Larchmont 125 Celebration Committee, left to right, Amy Ralston Seife, Carmen White, Kitty Shirley and Carey Federspiel. Photo/Dee van Eyck

Friends of Westchester Cou- nty Parks has announced the launch of a new community service program called Volun-teer with Friends, an initiative that invites residents to help with the beautification of parks.

Friends made this announce-ment during Pitch in for Parks Day on Sunday, April 26 at the Westchester County Cen-ter where more than 60 volun-teers helped to clean around the Bronx River Reservoir and grounds. More than 150 volun-teers in total came to clean up parks throughout the county for Pitch in for Parks Day.

Volunteer with Friends will take place on the third Satur-day of each month, from May through October. Activities in-clude raking, mulching, plant-ing, litter pickup and more.

“This program provides the opportunity for the young of

mind and of spirit to join us every month during the spring, summer and fall for volunteer stewardship days,” said Joanne Fernandez, chairperson of Friends of Westchester County Parks. “Our mission is to make sure that our parks, which are among our most valuable re-sources, have a continued pres-ence in the lives of all West-chester County residents.”

Friends, the only organi-zation dedicated exclusively to promoting and supporting Westchester County Parks, recently welcomed Sara Ca-vanaugh, its new volunteer coordinator. As the lead or-ganizer for Volunteer with Friends, Cavanaugh serves as the link between the organi-zation’s staff and the broader community, matching vol-unteers’ interests and talents with a wide range of areas in-

cluding outreach events, of-fice tasks and more.

As the largest and most ac-tive organization advocating for the county park system, it is the mission of Friends to encourage continued invest-ment in Westchester County’s 18,000 acres of parks, trails and open spaces.

“We encourage residents to sign up to Volunteer with Friends or become a ‘Friend’ with a Friends of Westchester County Parks membership,” Fernandez added. “Interested volunteers can sign up on one of the designated Saturdays or set up their own effort.”

To learn more about Friends of Westchester Coun-ty Parks and Volunteer with Friends, visit friends of west-chesterparks.com or contactSara Cavanaugh at 231-4548. (Submitted)

New volunteer program with county parks

From left to right, Friends of Westchester County Parks members Joanne Fernandez, Christine La Porta, Sara Cavanaugh and Joe Stout. Photo courtesy Friends of Westchester County Parks



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Launched in 2013 by Friends of Westchester Coun-ty Parks and a partnering grant from Fujifilm, the Pocket Ranger is the first mobile app of its kind for a county park east of the Mississippi. With this app, outdoor enthusiasts can leave cumbersome maps behind and explore the coun-ty’s 50 parks and 1,800 acres of open space for many out-door experiences such as hik-ing, biking, camping, boating, golfing and swimming.

“We thank the Verizon Foundation for this gener-ous donation that will help us continue to fund an out-standing mobile app that is a popular feature for West-chester County locals as well as visitors,” said Joanne Fernandez, chairperson of Friends of Westchester County Parks.

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Joe Stout, executive director of Friends of Westchester County Parks, April Horton, director of external affairs and government affairs at Verizon and Christine La Porta, director of operations for Friends of Westchester County Parks. Photo Courtesy Friends of Westchester County Parks

Kensico Dam Plaza, part of the Westchester County Parks system. File photo

tive organization advocating for the county park system, it is the mission of Friends of Westchester County Parks to encourage continued invest-ment in Westchester County’s parks, trails and open spaces. Since its inception in 1977, Friends has held close to the notion that it is critical to provide ongoing support for maintenance, civic improve-ment and access to nature.

“The Verizon Foundation

has been a steady supporter of Friends of Westchester Parks and we are grateful for their partnership to help keep our parks vibrant and wel-coming,” said Joe Stout, ex-ecutive director of Friends of Westchester County Parks.

In addition to state-of-the-art GPS technology, the Pocket Ranger provides nu-merous tools to make explor-ing Westchester’s beautiful parks a breeze. Visitors can decide which park to visit using the 3-in-1 “explore” search feature, allowing us-ers to search all parks or nar-row it down by activity or destination type. The app’s calendar of events is updat-ed in real time and informs app users of all the upcom-ing events for each park. Park rules and regulations are a click away, a feature especially helpful to anglers and sportsmen. Planning an extended visit is easy with a few quick clicks to secure overnight reservations.

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County: Playland employees safe

Representatives from Standard Amusements and the county executive’s office said all 29 full-time employees of Playland will continue to be employed there as county workers, thus retaining their pensions, even after the management company takes over day-to-day operations of the amusement park. File Photo

By CHriS eBerHarTStaff Writer

For the full-time Westchester County employees who work at Playland, Standard Amuse-ments’ looming takeover of the day-to-day management of the county-owned amusement park brought with it a sense of angst about job security.

If the workers, 29 in total, became employees of Stan-dard Amusements, the man-agement company selected by Westchester County Exec-utive Rob Astorino, a Repub-lican, to run the iconic park, they would lose their full state pensions as public sec-tor employees. And typically, if workers were transferred to a different county-owned park within Westchester’s parks system, those with less seniority could possibly lose their jobs.

Kwabena Manu, president of the county employees’ union CSEA Unit 9200, said protect-ing the full-time employees’ jobs and pensions was paramount.

“Many of the workers at Playland have been working at Playland for so long...and they

came to work for the county because of the benefits and the retirement,” Manu said. “So we would like to know some-thing is done to protect our pensions.”

That something came in the form of a commitment from both officials in Astorino’s administration and Standard Amusements to keep Play-land’s labor staff as municipal employees.

During the May 13 West-chester County Board of Leg-islators’ parks subcommittee meeting, the group currently the Standard plan to manage the park, which requires legislative approval within a 60-day win-dow, Deputy County Executive Kevin Plunkett, a Republican, affirmed as much.

“We pledge that any em-ployee in Playland, who is a full-time employee, would have work in one of our parks,” Plunkett said. “And not only that, I would even go fur-ther to say if we were to move some of these employees to other parks, it would not result in people who are less senior being impacted.”

How those employees would

be retained as county employ-ees, however, is still a blurred picture.

Nick Singer, who leads Stan-dard Amusements, said most likely, the workers will re-main county employees and Standard will reimburse the county.

“This is something I worry the least about,” Singer said, “because the workers want to be there and we want them to be there and the county has been supportive of having them there and working with us.”

County Legislator Peter Harckham, a Katonah Dem-ocrat who chairs the parks subcommittee, said there’s a model in place where county employees are working for privately-run companies in the solid waste transfer stations in the cities of White Plains, Mount Vernon and Yonkers.

Manu, the employees’ union president, said the meet-ing was reassuring, but he re-mains skeptical.

“People can say things and not mean it,” he said. “So I need to see it in writing.”


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with various substances on the mound to fool hitters.

But it’s not, really. Perry is often celebrated,

and rightly so, for his guile on the mound. He was cheat-ing in broad daylight, and if you don’t agree with what he

was doing, at least you could respect the hustle. But Mc-Nally and Jastremski were operating in a small restroom in the bowels of Gillette Sta-dium, away from prying eyes, and that makes this whole plot more sinister—at least

in my eyes. Take it from someone who’s

been to his fair share of NFL stadiums; those bathrooms are already shady enough.

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“More probable than not.”In the grand scheme of

things—or in a court of law—those four words aren’t too damning. But as they relate to Tom Brady’s part in “De-flategate,” they’re more than powerful enough to ensure that the golden boy gets his just deserts.

Last week, an NFL-spon-sored report into the Patriots’ ball-deflating scandal revealed that a pair of New England employees, John Jastremski and Jim McNally, knowingly tampered with official NFL game balls. Brady, it was sur-mised, more than likely told them to do it. The result was a four-game ban for the four-time Super Bowl winner.

I feel weird typing this, but I think the NFL got this one right.

Sure the league is going

Deflate-great!to take heat—both for the in-vestigation and the suspen-sion. Patriots’ fans are already calling this a witch-hunt, a concentrated effort by Com-missioner Roger Goodell to bring down the most visible franchise in the sport (that just happens to be controlled by his good friend, Robert Kraft). New Englanders are blam-ing everyone from Andrew Luck to Chris Christie and little green moon men—ev-eryone but Brady—for what’s happening.

Even those who celebrated the findings of the report—mostly Jets fans—can’t seem to agree on the league’s next step. Was four games too much? Was four games too lit-tle? Former Baltimore Raven Ray Rice only got two games, and what he did was much worse than deflating some footballs, right?

Well, at least to me, four games seem perfect.

No, Brady’s crime wasn’t on par with some of the off-

the-field issues, most notably domestic violence, which the NFL has been dealing with lately. He’s not a monster, he doesn’t need jail time. At the same time, this was a calcu-lated, underhanded tactic, which common sense dictates that he clearly had a hand in. What’s worse, it’s something that directly affects the com-petitive balance on which the sport is built.

And for those who bring Rice’s initial suspension into question, I ask you this; isn’t the league supposed to learn from its past mistakes?

At the very least it forces us, as fans, to have another discussion on how we feel about teams trying to gain a competitive edge. Where does deflategate rank with spygate? Or bountygate?

Pats fans will tell you—if you can get them to admit that the balls were even deflated—that this is akin to Gaylord Perry making a Hall of Fame career out of coating baseballs

On May 10, Tom Brady was given a four-game suspension for his “probable” role in the Deflategate scandal. Sports Editor Mike Smith actually thinks the NFL got this one right. Photo/Mike Smith

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the sixth and held on.”Eliza Simon and Kimi Chi-

apparelli drove in key runs in the sixth-inning rally and both finished with two hits on the afternoon. Mia Steinberg, whose slide into the Tigers’ leadoff spot coincided with the recent hot streak, also picked up two hits.

Steinberg, who began the season batting second, has been a revelation as the pri-mary table setter, according to the Tigers coach.

“Mia has been stepping up, her on base percentage is great, and she’s been cru-cial to our success,” Bedoski said. “Part of the fun of be-ing a coach is looking at the stats, and figuring out strategy.”

Bedoski has been pleased with her team’s play over the last few weeks, as the Tigers have done their best to erase a slow start. What the coach finds most impressive, how-ever, is that the confidence of her team never waivered despite a few losses.

“It has been amazing to see that mental toughness,” she said. “There was no fin-ger pointing, nobody blam-ing each other, it was just ‘we need to get in the cage, we need to clean up our defense.’”

With the sectional seeding meeting scheduled for May 19, after press time, the Ti-gers should be in good shape for a postseason berth. After calculating a team’s wins and losses in a formula that takes strength of schedule into consideration, postsea-son spots are handed out to teams that reach 32 points during the regular season. Not counting any bonus points from their matchups with highly ranked teams, the Tigers currently sit at 24 points and figure to be a tough draw for any first round opponent when the playoffs start next week.

“We’re a varsity program, and the object is to win,” Bedoski said. “And now the girls have that first taste of winning, and they don’t want to lose.”


Tigers heating up

Barrella signs with JaspersRichie Barrella, a Canter-

bury School post-graduate student, took an exciting step in life when he signed a letter of intent to continue his aca-demic and athletic pursuits at Manhattan College next year. Richie signed his letter of in-tent during an April 15 cer-emony in front of his family, Canterbury head coach Todd Mathewson, Athletic Director David Wilson and Headmaster Tom Sheehey.

“I am beyond excited to continue my baseball career at the division one level,”

Barrella said. “I thank my father for always pushing me to be the best baseball player and best person I can be. I also need to thank coach Mathewson for giving me this opportunity to join the Canterbury family and the rest of my family for always being there for me.”

Mathewson said he believes Barrella will shine when he suits up for the Jaspers next year.

“Richie has been a valu-able member of the baseball team since he stepped foot on

campus. [He] has been rock solid behind the plate and has been our number three hitter,” the head coach said. “I am very proud of his leadership, dedication to the program and work ethic. I wish him the best next year and know that he will make Canterbury and me very proud in the future.”

Prior to attending Canter-bury in Connecticut, Richie was a four-year varsity player at Mamaroneck High School where he was also a two-year captain. At Mamaroneck, Richie was all-league for two years and earned all-section and team MVP honors in his senior year. (Submitted)

Mamaroneck’s Richie Barrella signs his letter of intent to attend Manhattan College next year at an April 15 ceremony at Canterbury School. Barrella formerly attended Mamaroneck High School. Contributed Photo

By miKe SmiTHSports Editor

It may have taken a while, but it looks like Mama-roneck’s softball team is be-ginning to hit its stride. With the playoffs looming, the timing couldn’t be better.

On May 11, the Tigers clawed back from an early deficit to beat league foe

Scarsdale 8-6 on the road, thanks to a four-run sixth in-ning that put Mamaroneck up for good. The Tigers, who began the season with 11 straight losses, are now 6-2 in their last eight games.

“It was a back and forth game,” said Tigers coach Al-lison Bedoski. “But we kept clawing, and chipping away and we got a big inning in

Kimi Chiapparelli connects with a pitch on May 11 against Scarsdale. Chiapparelli was instrumental in leading the Tigers in a sixth-inning rally that proved the difference in an 8-6 Mamaroneck win.

Chelsea Rose takes a swing on May 11. Photos/Bobby Begun

Erica Taub attempts a sliding catch in centerfield. Over the last eight games, the Tigers have shown great signs of improvement.



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vision changes as you age

Dating after 50

the Best coUntRies to Retire


Not all vision problems are directly correlated to aging. Adults should speak with their eye doctors about any problems they may be having.

As a person gets older certain bodily changes are to be expected. For example, muscle tone may diminish and bones can become more fragile as we age. Exercise and healthy eating may be able to stave off some of the effects of aging, but avoiding vision problems may require some additional effort.

Vision naturally diminishes as we age, but not all vision changes are related to aging. Many natural changes are not severe and may only require a minor adjustment in prescription glasses or contact lenses. Improved lighting or bigger print may help remedy other issues, including blurry text.

However, certain conditions that people blame on getting older really may be hereditary or a byproduct of an illness. There’s a difference between changes that are the result of aging and those that are not. Recognizing the differences can help individuals get the treatment necessary to prevent permanent eye damage.

Age-related changesDifficulty seeing clearly

for reading and close work

is one of the most common age-related vision issues. This condition can begin as early as age 40 and worsen as a person gets older. Variation in the eyes’ ability to focus properly is called presbyopia, and it will worsen over time.

Other normal signs of aging include problems with glare from headlights or the sun. Lens changes in the eye can cause light to be scattered rather than focused on the retina. This leads to more glare. In dim conditions, a person may find he or she needs more light to see well. That’s because muscles that control pupil size and reaction to light lose some strength.

Changes in color perception also may begin. The normally clear lens of the eye can discolor, making it difficult to distinguish between certain hues

Conditions not directly tied to aging

Certain eye disorders may become more prevalent as a person gets older, but that does not mean they are a byproduct of aging. Macular degeneration, which causes spotty loss of detail or sudden and severe loss of

Vision changes as you age

More evidence points to the importance of routine eye exams, not only to pinpoint potential conditions of the eye, but also to serve as windows to diseases that affect the entire body. Now more than ever it is essential to make and keep annual eye exams, as they can help to reveal the first signs of serious ailments.

Doctors from around the world say dozens of diseases — from certain cancers to arthritis to high blood pressure — can show symptoms in the eye. Under the watchful and knowing gaze of an eyecare professional, individuals can get early diagnosis and begin treatment promptly.

According to Dr. Roy Chuck, chair of the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Montefiore Medical Center, there are many systemic

diseases that can be seen in the eye. In addition to the conditions mentioned, jaundice can indicate liver disease while retinal detachment and bleeding in new blood vessels may indicate hypertension. By looking at the color of the cornea, some doctors can tell if a patient has elevated levels of cholesterol. Many people have had their eye doctors be the first healthcare professional to detect the presence of their diabetes.

If an ophthalmologist suspects an underlying medical condition, he or she will likely refer men and women to their primary care doctors for a more thorough examination.

Going to the eye doctor can do more than ensure your vision is sharp. It’s a life-saving decision for many people who have major health conditions diagnosed through the eyes.

central vision, may occur. This condition is a result of damage to the macula, the central part of the retina responsible for detail, color and daylight vision.

Risk factors for macular degeneration include high cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, and untreated high blood pressure. Poor circulation to the retina is the most common cause of macular degeneration.

Glaucoma is another condition linked to aging. Glaucoma is caused by damage to the optic nerve

by fluid pressure inside the eye. Patients with glaucoma typically do not exhibit early symptoms. Glaucoma is only detectable through routine vision examinations.

According to the Mayo Clinic, about half of all 65-year-old Americans have some degree of cataract formation in their eyes. People who have cataracts may think they’re an unavoidable part of getting older. While aging may increase the risk of getting cataracts, according to Lighthouse International its true cause is unknown. Other risks include long-term exposure to the sun’s rays, high cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, and eye injury.

Illnesses like diabetes can affect eyesight in many different ways. Proper treatment for diabetes and management of the condition can prevent a number of eye disorders.

Adults should not assume all vision changes are a direct result of getting older. Annual vision examinations by qualified eye doctors can pinpoint the cause of problems and find treatment options that are successful.

Yearly eye exams can reveal more than just vision trouble


From the moment young men and women first walk into the office for their first day as a working professional until the day they officially retire, the notion of planning for retirement is never far from their minds. But when the day to hang up the briefcase and donate all those business suits arrives, some retirees wonder what to do next. Some retirees know exactly how they will spend their days when they no longer have to work, while others who decide to play it by ear may find themselves battling boredom.

For those among the latter group, it’s important to understand that many retirees find themselves bored once they no longer have to focus on a career. Jobs keep men and women busy and provide a sense of purpose in their lives, so it’s understandable that retirees feel bored once those jobs are no longer a part

of their lives. But just because you no longer have an office to go to every day does not mean life cannot be as fulfilling or even more fulfilling than it was when you were still working. You just need to find something to avoid succumbing to retirement boredom.

• Work part-time. Though it might seem odd to start working right after you retire, a part-time job can provide the type of structure you have grown accustomed to without all of the responsibility that comes with a full-time career. Part-time jobs can range from consultancy work that makes use of your professional experience to something entirely different like landscape maintenance at a nearby golf course that gets you out of the house and enjoying the warmer seasons. Whichever you choose, make sure it’s something you find

fun and interesting.• Embrace a new hobby.

Working professionals often say they wish they had time to pursue a hobby. Now that you are retired, you have all the time in the world to do just that. Whether it’s perfecting your golf game, writing that novel, learning to cook like a gourmet chef or whatever else you might have always wanted to do, retirement is a great time to do it.

• Get in shape. If retirement boredom has started to negatively affect your mood, one great way to conquer your boredom and improve your mood at the same time is to start exercising. Exercise is a natural mood enhancer. When the body exercises, it releases chemicals knowns as endorphins, which trigger positive feelings in the body. In addition, regular exercise has been shown to reduce

How to avoid growing bored in retirement

Embracing a new hobby is one way for recently retired men and women to avoid growing bored during retirement.

stress, boost self-esteem and improve sleep. Working out at a gym also is a great way to meet fellow retirees in your community, and the energy you have after exercising may give you the boost you need to pursue other hobbies.

• Volunteer. If a part-time job is not up your alley, then consider volunteering in

your community. Volunteers are always in demand, and volunteering with a local charity can provide a sense of purpose and provide opportunities to meet like-minded fellow retirees, all while helping to quell your boredom. Retirees who love to travel can combine their passion for volunteering

with their love of travel by signing up to work with an international relief organization that travels abroad to help the less fortunate.

Upon retiring, many retirees initially find themselves coping with boredom. But there are many ways to avoid the restlessness of retirement.


Rebounding from a late start toretirement savings

Some people do not have the ability to begin saving for retirement early on. Others may have brushed retirement savings aside for so long that they are now worried that it’s too late to begin socking away money for retirement.

While it’s best to start saving for retirement as early as possible, the good news is that it’s never too late to start planning for retirement. If your 40th birthday has long passed and you’re finally thinking ahead to retirement, consider these catch-up strategies.

• Research tax-advantageous

retirement savings plans. A financial planner can point you in the right direction, or consult with your employer about employee programs. Deposit money into a 401(k) or 403(b) plan or another retirement vehicle. Jump on

any opportunities when your employer matches invested funds. Investigate an IRA and find out if there are any government incentives. Depending on your age, you may be able to deposit more money into such accounts than other investors.

• Cut back on expenses. Cutting back on unnecessary expenses is a great way to save more money for retirement. Figure out where you can save some money you can then allocate to retirement savings. Maybe you can reduce insurance coverage on an older car or raise your deductible? Downsize cable packages or skip that costly cup of coffee on the way to work. Perhaps it’s time to look for a smaller, less expensive home

or a compact car instead of an SUV. Any money saved now will benefit you when the time comes time to bid farewell to the workforce.

• Delay your retirement. Many people who retire find themselves bored and looking for ways to fill their time, and as a result more and more people are delaying their retirement, which also gives them more time to save for that day when they do call it quits. If you want to work less, discuss and negotiate a phased retirement with your bosses that allows you to stick with your employer but gradually work fewer hours until you retire completely. You may be able to work part-time for several years and retire when you’re most comfortable.

• Consider more aggressive funds. Even if you are 50 you still have a few decades before retirement, which leaves lots of time to grow your retirement savings. But you may want to consider more aggressive funds that can help you catch up more quickly than less aggressive

investments. Just know that aggressive funds may also leave you susceptible to substantial losses.

• Don’t amass debt. If you’re saving for retirement but only paying minimum balances on your credit cards, then you’re not really saving. Pay down credit card

debt before you begin to set aside money for retirement.

Delaying retirement planning may mean you have to work a little harder to build up a solid reserve. But by following some financial tips and persevering, you can still enjoy retirement with security.


Dating after 50

Sweaty palms, heart palpitations and nervousness are common first date symptoms. Many people can remember the feelings of excitement and fear they felt the first time they went out on a date as a teenager. But those who find themselves back in the dating pool as mature adults quickly learn that dating jitters still may be present even after all this time.

Recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau finds that those over the age of 50 are now divorcing at double the rate of younger people. Loss of a spouse is another reason the over 50 crowd may once again be dabbling in dating.

Recent reports say that 40 percent of online daters today are over the age of 50. Successfully navigating the waters of matchmaking sites or old-fashioned meet-and-greets means reacquainting oneself with a few handy tips.

• Don’t open up with your extended history. Older daters have more life experiences and potentially a greater number of past relationships. Recognize that you both may bring former spouses and even children to the table, but

don’t feel the need to delve into all of your adventures (or misadventures) on the first date. Early dates are not for setting the entire course of your relationship. They’re for getting acquainted and seeing if this is a relationship you want to continue. Getting too personal right off the bat can sabotage a relationship before it starts.

• Take it slow. There’s no need to rush anything along. Biological clocks or perceived societal notions no longer may be causing pressing relationship deadlines. Take the first date and any other subsequent dates at a pace that’s mutually agreed upon. It may take several months to years before all of your truths come out, but for now focus on having fun until you’re both ready to share more.

• Look for the positives. Before you decide a person is not for you, make a note of all of his or her positive attributes. What do you like most about him or her? Initial negativity or doubts may stem from your fear of rejection. Be open to others who may not fit your type.

• Don’t get discouraged.

The person you first meet may not be the right fit. Don’t let this turn you off of dating. The right person may be the next one around the corner.

• Meet in public places. Many dates begin with online conversations with the intention to meet for a physical date later on. Always keep safety in mind when setting a rendezvous with someone you don’t know well. Choose a public meeting spot, such as a busy restaurant. Ask a friend to check in on you via phone call. Consider a double-date if you’re weary. Take your own car and meet at the date location rather than being picked up at home.

• Wait for intimacy. It may take a while before you feel comfortable getting intimate with someone new. This person should respect your feelings and not pressure you into a physical relationship until you are both ready. Also, give the other person time to grow comfortable with intimacy.

Dating after 50 means taking chances, going slow and exploring new relationship possibilities that make you feel comfortable.


Snack foods that promote better sleepAccording to the National

Sleep Foundation, changes in sleep patterns are a part of the aging process. Many people experience difficulty falling asleep and then staying asleep as they age, and that difficulty can make men and women over 50 feel more tired during the day.

But even though difficulty sleeping may be a part of aging, that does not mean men and women over 50 cannot take steps to improve their sleeping patterns. For example, certain snack foods may help to improve quality of sleep, especially when these foods replace less healthy snacking options. While men and women over 50 should always consult with their physicians before making any changes to their diets, the AARP notes that the following are a handful of snack foods that promote better sleep.

• Almonds: Magnesium is a mineral with muscle-relaxing properties, and almonds contain enough magnesium to help men and women get a better night’s sleep. A small amount of almonds before bed might be enough to make falling and staying asleep easier.

• Bananas: Much like almonds, bananas provide a substantial amount of magnesium. Bananas also contain the amino acid tryptophan, which many people associate with Thanksgiving turkey. While tryptophan might be most often associated with the sleepiness people feel after eating a holiday meal, it also has been linked to better sleep quality, so a banana shortly before bed might be just what you need to fall and stay asleep.

• Cheese and crackers: One more traditional snack may just help you get a better night’s sleep. Cheese and crackers contain tryptophan and carbohydrates, which can induce a better night’s sleep and help you fall asleep sooner.

•Cherries: Cherries contain the sleep hormone melatonin, and the AARP notes that recent studies indicated that participants who drank tart cherry juice on a daily basis fell asleep more quickly and slept longer and better than participants who did not.

• Hummus: The primary ingredient in hummus is chickpeas, which are loaded with tryptophan, folate and vitamin B6. Folate has proven especially beneficial to older men and women who need help regulating their sleep patterns, while vitamin B6 helps the body regulate

its clock.• Peanut butter: Peanut

butter is another snacking item loaded with tryptophan. Spread some peanut butter on a carbohydrate, whether it’s a slice of toast or some crackers, before going to bed,

and you may enjoy a better, longer sleep.

• Walnuts: Like cherries, walnuts contain melatonin, which can contribute to a longer, more restful night’s sleep. Walnuts also can help regulate stress, which is a leading cause of sleeping difficulty.

Many men and women experience difficulty sleeping as they age. But the right foods may just help combat such problems and help men and women get a more adequate night’s sleep.

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Did You Know?If you have psoriasis, an

autoimmune skin condition marked by red, flaky patches on the body, you also could be at risk for a certain type of arthritis. Psoriatic arthritis, which causes stiffness, swelling and pain in and around the joints, affects up to 30 percent of people with psoriasis, says the National Psoriasis Foundation. While psoriatic arthritis can develop at any time, it is most common in people between the ages of 30 and 50. This type of arthritis can develop slowly or come on quickly and be severe. Just

like psoriasis itself, psoriatic arthritis tends to go through periods of flare-up and

Maintain your health and overall well-being

Scarsdale Medical Group is pleased to offer the Adult Wellness Visit for Medicare-covered patients. The essen-tial goal is to help you live a healthier, safer and more fulfilling life by addressing specific ways to maintain your health and overall well-being.

These are some questions you may have been asking yourself:

Am I having difficulty man-aging routine daily activities?

Am I having difficulty walking or maintaining my balance?

Have I been losing weight for no apparent reason?

Am I having problems with vision and hearing?

Have I been having memo-ry lapses?

Have I been depressed or anxious lately?

Am I having trouble falling or staying asleep?

Am I having problems with driving?

Do I need assistance at home to safely maintain my independence?

Information will first be obtained from you regarding your general functional status, which may include driving skills. Then vision, hearing, balance, muscle strength and gait will be tested. Your memory will be assessed and you will be screened for depression.

Afterwards, you will dis-cuss all your concerns in greater detail and in addition

learn about the findings of your screening tests. Specific recommendations will be made and a targeted care plan will be provided to you. Your doctor will also review your present medications and any side affects you may be hav-ing. Medications that may be causing unwanted side effects may be reduced or discontin-ued. In addition, you will have the opportunity to review your current advanced care plan which includes your health care proxy and living will.

Having an Adult Wellness Visit is a great way to pro-mote your health and keep your independence.

Call 723-8100 to schedule your Adult Wellness Visit.

Scarsdale Medical Group, SMG, was started in 1957, when two physicians merged their Scarsdale practices. The group has since grown to 45 physicians serving Westches-ter County and surrounding communities with exceptional care. SMG is devoted to pri-mary care, the first line in the practice of internal medicine. Each person has his or her own personal physician who

serves as the core of the pa-tient’s health team and as a source of referrals to special-ists, when necessary. Within the group virtually every sub-specialty of medicine is repre-sented providing continuity of care. Sub-specialties include allergy and immunology, car-diology, dermatology, endo-crinology, gastroenterology, geriatrics, hematology and oncology, infectious disease, mind-body medicine, nephrol-ogy, neurology, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics and adolescent medicine, podiatry, pulmonology and critical care, and rheumatology.

A full spectrum of ancillary services is provided on-site, including state of-the-art, ra-diology, sonography and bone densitometry equipment. An in-house radiologist is avail-able for instant interpretation. The colonoscopy and endos-copy suites are fully equipped and accredited. An on-site cer-tified laboratory has the abil-ity to provide reliable same-day test results. Recently added, the outpatient surgical suite provides up-to-date tech-nology for many procedures.

remission. Typically, the skin condition precedes the joint disease in 85 percent of patients. Keep in mind that a severe case of psoriasis will not necessarily translate into a severe case of arthritis. Psoriatic arthritis may be treated like other forms of arthritis. Doctors may prescribe anti-inflammatory drugs, antirheumatic drugs, exercise, and complementary therapies. Those who have psoriasis and have begun to experience joint pain and stiffness should talk

to a doctor about potential therapies.


Senior livingoptions abound

Senior living communities often present an affordable and comfortable option for adults over the age of 55. Filled with like-minded and similarly aged residents, these communities can be the right fit for individuals no longer interested in or capable of taking care of a larger home. Senior communities are located all across the country. Finding one that meets your needs takes only a little research.

Although they are often moderately priced and offer a variety of amenities, senior living communities sometimes suffer from a bad reputation. But such communities are not the “old age homes” that some people purport them to be. Rather, they’re entire living neighborhoods that cater to the needs of an active resident base. These communities can range from independent living private homes or condos to managed care facilities. Residents may be able to enjoy organized outings, recreation, shopping, and socialization without having to venture far from property grounds. Some communities offer food services or an on-site restaurant.

Fifty-five and older communities offer conveniences that many find

irresistible. They’re frequently located close to shopping, dining and healthcare providers. Taxes, insurance, utilities, and maintenance expenses may be covered in one fee. Clubhouses, golf courses, lakes, card rooms, and many other offerings are designed to appeal to residents of many ages.

Now that baby boomers have reached the age where retirement communities are a consideration, there has been an influx of interest. Those considering a move to one of these communities should research some information before purchasing a unit.

• Determine the fees associated with a community. Can Medicaid or long-term care insurance pay for all or a portion of the fees? Which types of services does the monthly fee cover?

• Who is eligible to live in the community? Some restrict all residents to a particular age, while others do not. Rules may be in effect that include an age cut-off limit.

• Investigate the types of residents and who would be your immediate neighbors. What percentage of people live in the community all year long, and how many are part-time residents?

• Look into the particular home owner’s association rules. Bylaws may indicate that the property must be kept in a certain manner. You may not be able to paint exterior items a certain color, nor put up fencing or set up outdoor patio furniture. Get the details before you sign anything.

• Is this the type of community where you can age in place? Meaning, are there separate accommodations if you eventually need assisted living care? Some communities offer living options that vary depending on residents’ ages.

• Be sure there are activities or amenities that appeal to you. You eventually want to find your niche and get together with a group of friends who share the same interests.

• You may want to find a community close to your children or other relatives. This way you will not have to travel far to visit others, and they will be able to visit you easily in return.

• Some communities are gated, which can increase feelings of safety. If this is a priority, look for housing under security.

Following these guidelines can mean discovering a community where anyone can feel comfortable for years to come.

The best countries for retirees

Many couples look to downsize once they retire. Empty nest retirees may no longer need their large family homes, which can be expensive and difficult for seniors to maintain. While some retirees choose to move into senior living communities or condominiums, some opt to be a bit more adventurous and venture further from home.

A number of retirees choose to spend their golden years abroad. Doing so can equate to a more adventurous retirement, a lower cost of living and the ability to stretch retirement savings much further than if you decided to stay closer to home. Many of the more popular international retirement locations offer beautiful climates, culture and health care systems that are hospitable to retirees.

Affordability is a key consideration for men and women mulling whether or not to retire internationally. According to U.S. News and World Report, retiring overseas may run the average person anywhere from $700 to $1500 USD per month. Those who can offer higher budgets may be able to retire to any location of their choosing.

Before you make any drastic changes, first calculate your retirement budget. Add up retirement savings, Social Security income (if applicable), pensions, and any other investments or savings you may have. Have an estimate of the market value of your current home and any other property you may own. These figures will be your working numbers. Subtract your age from your estimated life expectancy and divide the retirement funds sum by that many years to see how much per month you will have to spend.

Once you have established your budget, begin investigating where you would like to live. Argentina, Ecuador, Belize, Costa Rica, and France are some of the more popular

retirement locations among North Americans. Once you’ve selected a potential location, take a vacation there and explore. In addition to the climate, check out the infrastructure, shopping, medical services, amenities, and crime rates. Try the place on for size and figure out if this is an area where you can comfortably spend your retirement.

Once you have narrowed down your prospects, contact your native country’s embassy to determine what will be needed to legally live in a foreign country and obtain a visa. Some places are more accommodating than others with regard to residency visas.

It also pays to contact an accountant or tax professional to see what, if any, taxes you will still be required to pay even if you move abroad. Your obligation may be less

than if you chose to stay closer to home.

Another consideration is health insurance. Government-sponsored plans may not cover services overseas, requiring you to find an alternative insurance source. The good news is that many international plans may be more affordable than ones found in the United States.

Retiring abroad does not mean you have to cut all ties to home. Some couples choose to keep dual residency and fly back and forth when necessary. But the slower pace, affordability and other draws of international retirement spots could be challenging to leave behind.

AARP, Forbes and International Living routinely rank the best international retirement destinations. Check with these sources for more information about retiring abroad.

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