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THE YORKTOWN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NEWSLETTER

P.O. Box 632 T: 914.245.4599Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 F: 914.734.7171

Volume 18, Issue 10 www.yorktownchamber.org October 2016

DIAMOND CLUB See You There!

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It is an exciting time at JEFFERSON VALLEY MALL as we evolve and meet shopper demand with our redevelopment program. Jefferson Valley Mall is experiencing a retail surge with new stores and dining options such as DICK’S Sporting Goods, Torrid, ULTA Beauty and Stone Rose Steakhouse, Sushi & Lounge. It will also include the expansion of Princess by Tali, Bath and Body Works/White Barn and Victoria’s Secret Pink, as well as remodeled store fronts. The program is slated to be completed in 2017. As a staple in this community for more than 30 years, Jefferson Valley Mall is proud to host family-friendly events year-round that impact Yorktown Heights, including the annual Yorktown YOUnited Community Day.

Jefferson Valley Mall is conveniently located on Route 6, just east of the Taconic State Parkway at 650 Lee Blvd, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598. Regular mall hours are 10:00 a.m. – 9:30 p.m., Mon-Sat, and 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. on Sunday. For more information on Jefferson Valley Mall, call (914) 245 – 4699 or visit jeffersonvalleymal.com. You can also find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/JeffersonValley and follow us on Twitter @JeffersonValley and on Instagram @JeffersonValley.

Yorktown Feast of San GennaroYorktown Chamber of Commerce Board Member Anthony Grasso,

2016 Grand Marshall

DEPOT SQUARE NY STATE GRANT PRESS CONFERENCE

Town Hall Thursday, September 29, 2016

Supervisor, Michael Grace, Town Councilman Ed Lachterman, State Senator, Terrence Murphy, Town Councilman, Tom Diana, Highway Superintendent, David Paganelli

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Dr. Sofos is the owner of Sofos Chiropractic, PC with locations accessible to Westchester/Putnam counties, NY. He is a graduate of Life Chiropractic College West in California and has been practicing chiropractic, health and wellness for over fifteen years. He has worked providing chiropractic care as well as rehabilitating patients and athletes of all ages in office, and larger clinical settings. He now offers his expert treatment in a more intimately situated environment within his office locations. He is also a Certified Tsunami Bar Specialist (CTBS), incorporating oscillatory movement protocols into treatment in order to compliment his noted restorative movement and motion palpation specialties. Best of all; you will be treated and cared for by Dr. Sofos himself, as he assists in restoring you to a the highest possible level of desired functionality.DR. SOFOS ALSO OFFERS:Workplace TrainingWorkshops & SeminarsNational & International Treatment Options

www.drsofos.com

Owned and operated by the team of Guy Massi (Director of Operations, Athletic & Curricular Development) and Craig Machado (Director of Fitness & Sports Performance Programming) they have over 40 years of combined Fitness/Performance coaching experience, and internationally recognized Fitness & Athletic Development methodologies available to you. Coach Massi is a certified Specialist in Strength & Conditioning, Sports Conditioning Specialist, Certified Functional Strength Coach and Certified Tsunami Bar Specialist. Coach Machado is a Certified Fitness Trainer, Certified Functional Strength Coach and Certified Tsunami Bar Specialist. They have been enjoying the success of developing athletes and clients of various ages/levels to excel in sport, work and life - and guarantee elevated performance levels. Athletes will reduce their incidence of injury, get stronger, faster, more powerful, more agile and dominant in competition, while fitness clients will move, live and work better as result of these signature protocols and progressions. MMSC is also an International Tsunami Bar Training & Education Headquarters. MASSI-MACHADO ALSO OFFERS: Youth thru Pro Team TrainingCollegiate Tracking & DevelopmentReturn-to-Play ProgramCamp, Showcase or Combine Prep

Municipal & Military Testing PrepContract and/or Scholarship Retention Strategies

www.mmscny.com

Matthew Cascioli is the owner of Haven Physical Therapy, PLLC with locations accessible to both Westchester & Putnam counties, NY. He holds a Masters of Physical Therapy from Chapman University in California, and has been in the field of Physical Therapy for more than 2o years. He has rehabilitated countless patients and athletes of all ages and levels in both small and large in-patient and out-patient settings. Matthew is also a Certified Tsunami Bar Specialist (CTBS) and incorporates proprietary oscillatory rehabilitation protocols to compliment the treatment of his patients and maximize preparation, recovery and function. Currently, he offers his services in the motivational and intimately situated settings found at both of his office locations. He is a recognized authority on post-injury, pre and post-operative, return-to-work and return-to-play programs for patients and athletes alike. Most importantly, you will be treated directly by Matthew himself, as he takes your getting or remaining in good health very personally. Allow him to assist you in meeting your objectives and return you to the highest functioning state of activity or performance possible.MATTHEW ALSO OFFERS:Workplace EducationWorkshops & SeminarsNational & International Treatment Options

www.havenpt.net

We are a team of Strength & Conditioning Specialists, Physical Therapy, Chiropractic, Fitness & Sports Performance experts. We possess over a century of combined athletic development, pre and rehabilitative patient/athlete treatment knowledge, and success in complete fitness client transformations. We are determined to continually set and surpass industry standards while designing relevant and revolutionary programming, protocols and progressions that empower us to place our clients, patients and athletes in the most advantageous positions for success in sport, work and life!

Gus Sofos, DC Owner, Sofos Chiropractic

Matthew Cascioli, MPT Haven Physical Therapy

Guy Massi & Craig Machado,Massi & Machado Strength & Conditioning

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2016 Executive CommitteeEric DiBartolo

Yorktown Funeral HomePresident

Sergio EspositoComprehensive Computers, Inc.

Vice-President

Jeffrey JankowskiSCORE

Treasurer

Anthony GrassoCivic MemberSecretary

Aaron BockDurante, Bock & Tota, PLLC

Chairman of the Board— • —

James StropoliClub Fit

Past President

Executive Director

Nancy Stingone

Director of Public Relations

Margaret Primavera

Board of Directors

Albert CapelliniAlbert A. Capellini, Esq.

Gina DipaterioLittle Sorrento, Inc.

Ron GuarinoAutobahn Car Repairs

Patti HorvathFieldhome

Lucy KhorramElite Dental Studios

William LaScalaCivic Member

Barry LevinAmerican Solutions for Business

George LucciolaState Farm Insurance

RoseMarie PanioCivic Member

Dr. Michael PoppLower Hudson Valley EAP

Marc SaidelSaidel and Saidel, PC

The flags and banners are up! Our 8th Annual Festival & Street Fair is six days away! Here we go again! I have seen it become one of the most anticipated events in town and surrounding communities as an opportunity to introduce our businesses and local government to its residents. It’s a day for fun and relaxation from our youngest to our senior residents.A lot of work has gone into this exciting venue. We have been meeting and planning since last May. I want to thank Supervisor Michael Grace and his staff, the Parks and Recreation Department, the Yorktown Police, the Ambulance Corp, the Fire Department, the Board of Directors and the Festival Committee for an outstanding Job. You can see how many come together to make this day happen!!As you walk around among the more than 20,000 visitors, you will experience more than 200 vendors, a hot dog eating contest, open mic, a hula hoop contest, the food court, day-long entertainment, the car show and the enjoyment of watching your children on the many rides and entertainments provided just for them. What a great day for all!At this point I am sure everyone has read and heard that the Breslin Realty is bringing Lowes into Yorktown using the same footprint, but with a lower height as Costco, and including two restaurants and a bank. What a great day for Yorktown! The Chamber has been working closely with Breslin Realty to make this happen and thank them for staying with the project to make it become a reality. Approximately $900,000 a year will be generated into the tax base in Yorktown of which $800,000 of that will be going into our school district. We will keep you posted as the project moves along.At the end of September, you received a letter in the mail asking if you are interested in running for a board position. Each and every year a number of board positions are up for renewal. Sometimes a board member will elect not to renew due to other obligations, other times a new candidate for a board position will express interest and decide to become a selection on the slate of candidates. We always need motivated and energetic people who want to use their skills to implement

new programs and ideas. As the Chamber grows and expands we face greater challenges and we need your help in order to accomplish them. Replies are due in the Chamber office by October 14.Our first post summer networking meeting at the Holiday Inn Express was very well attended. It is good to know that finally there is a new hotel in our vicinity. Our upcoming Breakfast Networking meeting will take place on Tuesday, October 4 at Frankie & Augie’Z Ristorante in Jefferson Valley at 7:30 am. It’s a great opportunity to exchange ideas and network in the morning when the evening networking meetings might be difficult to attend.I would like to thank everyone who makes a contribution to this organization. The organization belongs to you and its success is a direct result of your continued support and help.See you at the Festival, enjoy the glorious fall season, and as always my door is always open to all members with any concerns or suggestions.Eric DiBartolo President

The President’s Column:

Eric DiBartoloPresident

The Yorktown NetworkThe Yorktown Chamber of Commerce

P.O. Box 632-Parkside CornerYorktown Heights, NY 10598

Phone: (914) 245-4599 Fax: (914) 734-7171email: info@yorktownchamber.org

Website: www.yorktownchamber.org

Send contributions to:Editor: Margaret Primavera

mprimavera@yorktownchamber.org.

Publisher: The Yorktown Chamber of CommerceEric DiBartolo, President

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You’re Invitedto these outstanding Chamber events

Thank You for Your Recent Renewal... As of October 1, 2016

Absolute FlooringAll County Pest Control

Alliance for Safe Kids, Inc. (ASK)American Solutions for Business

Apple BankA.S.A.P. Mortgage Corp.

Bee and Jay Plumbing and Heating Corp.Burger King

Commerce Street PropertiesCroton Chrysler Jeep DodgeCrown Trophy of Briarcliff

Dance Theatre in WestchesterDeCicco Marketplace

DML Mortgage Enterprises, Inc.Durante, Bock & Tota, PLLC

Elite Dental StudiosFrankie & Augie’Z RistoranteFranzoso Contracting, Inc.

Hartel’s Auto BodyJames F. Newell, Jr. CPA

Jilco Window CorporationJ. Moore Insurance Agency

JV Medical Center CondominiumJV-Yorktown

KJK Productions, Inc.Kenny’s Carpet One

Lakeland Central School DistrictLakeland Education Foundation

Little Sorrento, Inc.Lower Hudson Valley EAP

Marshall Alarm Systems, Inc.Maryknoll Sisters of St. Dominic

MCAS Roofing & ContractingMVR Insurance Agency

New York Life Insurance CompanyNortheast Dental, PLLC

Northern Westchester HospitalO’Grady’s Public House

Peter Pratt’s InnSCORE

Shoe Candy by Kara MacSoundview Preparatory School

Steve KollerRide Connect

Teatown Lake ReservationThe Country Children’s Center, Inc.

The English Company, Inc.Thrivent Financial

Wells FargoWilliam Raveis Real Estate

Yorktown Coach DinerYorktown Footcare

Yorktown Medical LibraryYorktown Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Yorktown PharmacyYorktown Pizza & Pasta

Yorktown Republican Town CommitteeYorktown Veterinary Association

Near HorizonOctober 4, 2016Breakfast Networking Meeting – Member Free EventTuesday, 7:30am Frankie & Augie’Z Ristorante, 3673 Hill Blvd. Jefferson Valley, NY

October 9, 2016 8th Annual Yorktown Festival & Street FairSunday, 11am-5pm

Far HorizonNovember 8, 2016 Breakfast Networking Meeting – Member Free EventTuesday, 7:30am Frankie & Augie’Z Ristorante, 3673 Hill Blvd. Jefferson Valley, NYHost/Speaker -TBA

November 14, 2016 Networking Meeting – Member Free EventMonday, 6:00pm Durante, Bock & Tota, PLLC, 2000 Maple Hill Street, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598

Don’t forget to stay current with all the latest happenings and networking meeting date changes

at the Chamber by visiting www.yorktownchamber.org

RSVP to mprimavera@yorktownchamber.org

Roll Out the Red Carpet… And Welcome Our New Members!

WELCOME!

RestaurantsTravelers Rest Restaurant

Tina LanglerRoute 100

Ossining, NY 10545Phone (914) 941-7744

Yorktown GrilleMatthew Crossett

347 Downing DriveYorktown Heights, NY 10598

Phone (914) 352-6300

Real EstateBriante Realty Group

Allison Catanese16 Fair Street

Carmel, NY 10512Phone (845) 225-2020

AcupunctureBeth Rordam. LLC

13 Station PlaceMillwood, NY 10546

Phone (914) 924-3371

Martial ArtsGo No Sen Karate

Adam McCauley28 Welcher AvenuePeekskill, NY 10566

Phone (914) 734-2461

FitnessMassi-Machado Strength &

Conditioning, LLCGuy Massi

3535 Crompond RoadCortlandt Manor, NY 10567

Phone (845) 402-8010

Doctor’s OfficeColumbia Doctors Medical

GroupDiana Emery

334 Route 202Somers, NY 10589

Phone (914) 277-4367

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NETWORKING MEETINGHoliday Inn Express • September 19, 2017

HOSTS: Misha Young and Ryan Saunders of Holiday Inn Express & Suites, with Nancy Stingone, Executive Director of Yorktown Chamber of Commerce

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ADVERTISING BONUS: New members: One Business card size ad free in newsletter when you join All members: Three months or more advertising contract receives 25% off total cost.

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For more information and to reserve your advertising space, call Margaret Primavera, Editor: (914) 245-4599 • email: mprimavera@yorktownchamber.org

William LaScala, Dillon Zaretsky and Becky Eidam, Love Holds Life children’s Cancer Foundation, Barry Levin, American Solutions for Business, Ron Sierra, Pillar to Post Home Inspections

Stacey Bakker, Pamal Broadcasting, Nancy Stingone, Executive Director, Yorktown Chamber of Commerce

Dr. Mike Popp, Lower Hudson Valley EAP, Guy Massi, Massi-Machedo LLC

John Seuss, NY Design Studio, Adam & Lauri McCauley, GoNoSen and On My Toes, Nancy Stingone, Yorktown Chamber of Commerce

Steve Salomone, Drug Crisis In Our Backyard, Rich Senato, Love Holds Life Children’s Cancer Foundation, Jennie Grasso, St. Patrick’s Seniors, Sergio Esposito, Comprehensive Computers, Inc., Eric DiBartolo, President, Yorktown Chamber of Commerce, Tony Grasso, Yorktown Chamber of Commerce

Sergio Esposito, Comprehensive Computers, Inc., Marc Altneu, MCM Agency

Dillon Zaretsky and Becky Eidam, Love Holds Life Children’s Cancer Foundation

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SALVATORE M. Di COSTANZOELDER LAW ATTORNEY

RESIDENT OF HARRISONIn-Home Visits May Be Available Upon Request

• Selected as a 2015 New York Metro Area Super Lawyer

• Recipient of the 2014 Above the Bar Award

• Past Chair of the Westchester County Bar Elder Law Committee

• Member, New York State Bar Assoc. Elder Law Section Executive Committee

• Member, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Practice areas primarily focused onMedicaid Planning • Special Needs Planning • Planning for Home Care

Planning for Nursing Home Care • Wills • Trusts • Medicaid ApplicationsGuardianships and Estates • Assets Protection Planning

350 Theodore Fremd Avenue 2074 Crompond Road Rye, NY 10580 Yorktown Heights, NY 10598

Tel: 914-925-1010 Fax: 914-925-1011Email: smd@mfd-law.com Website: www.plantodayfortomorrow.com

a partner with the firm Maker, Fragale & Di Costanzo, LLP

Tel: 914-245-2440 Fax: 914-245-7403

SALVATORE M. Di COSTANZOELDER LAW ATTORNEY

RESIDENT OF HARRISONIn-Home Visits May Be Available Upon Request

• Selected as a 2015 New York Metro Area Super Lawyer

• Recipient of the 2014 Above the Bar Award

• Past Chair of the Westchester County Bar Elder Law Committee

• Member, New York State Bar Assoc. Elder Law Section Executive Committee

• Member, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Practice areas primarily focused onMedicaid Planning • Special Needs Planning • Planning for Home Care

Planning for Nursing Home Care • Wills • Trusts • Medicaid ApplicationsGuardianships and Estates • Assets Protection Planning

350 Theodore Fremd Avenue 2074 Crompond Road Rye, NY 10580 Yorktown Heights, NY 10598

Tel: 914-925-1010 Fax: 914-925-1011Email: smd@mfd-law.com Website: www.plantodayfortomorrow.com

a partner with the firm Maker, Fragale & Di Costanzo, LLP

SALVATORE M. Di COSTANZOELDER LAW ATTORNEY

RESIDENT OF HARRISONIn-Home Visits May Be Available Upon Request

• Selected as a 2015 New York Metro Area Super Lawyer

• Recipient of the 2014 Above the Bar Award

• Past Chair of the Westchester County Bar Elder Law Committee

• Member, New York State Bar Assoc. Elder Law Section Executive Committee

• Member, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Practice areas primarily focused onMedicaid Planning • Special Needs Planning • Planning for Home Care

Planning for Nursing Home Care • Wills • Trusts • Medicaid ApplicationsGuardianships and Estates • Assets Protection Planning

350 Theodore Fremd Avenue 2074 Crompond Road Rye, NY 10580 Yorktown Heights, NY 10598

Tel: 914-925-1010 Fax: 914-925-1011Email: smd@mfd-law.com Website: www.plantodayfortomorrow.com

a partner with the firm Maker, Fragale & Di Costanzo, LLP

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The DR Is InIt is very sad when members of the same family do not talk with each other. The children suffer for the

adult ego. Cousins miss the wonderful opportunity to be together, and all due to a bruised adult ego. Stop getting offended. Reunite with your family members. One day, your imaginary conflict will all come to an

end…with or without you. Don’t wait until it’s too late.

Yorktown Chamber of CommerceMembership Dues

Number of Employees1 – 10 $ 250.0011 – 25 $ 300.00Over 25 $ 475.00

Special Membership CategoriesBanks $ 600.00 Add’l branches $ 110.00

Developers $ 600.00RE Agencies $ 400.00N-F-Profits $ 150.00Schools $ 350.00Civic Member $ 110.00

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Expanded and Updated Meeting Room Available for Rental

to Chamber Members

Having undergone an extensive expansion and technology upgrade, the Conference Room offered for rent by your Yorktown Chamber of Commerce is now available for your meeting needs for as many as 50 people.The Chamber has installed a new Epson wireless projector suspended from the ceiling that is able to project images from any laptop or PC wirelessly.

To rent, please call: 914-245-4599

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