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The Yonkers
Advertising Supplement from The Yonkers Chamber of Commerce March 20, 2019
Chamber of Commerce
2019
Women
of
Susan Corbett Loretta Spano
Excellence
Business Professional Award Entrepreneurial Award
Bettye Malone
Samantha Rosado-Ciriello
Thomas J. Caramadre, Jr.
Above and Beyond Award Humanitarian Award
2 March 20, 2019 Yonkers Progress
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 1993 2006
Howard Berman Gladys Baerga Viruet, Monica Getz, Nancy Woodruff Ment, Betty Heiman,
Vera DeMarco, Elaine Sheila Morris Joyce Hernandez,
Chairman Gina Bongiorno, John Gilligan Mary E. Hotte (posthumously)
Paul Ranieri 1994 2007
Vice Chairman Dee Barbato, Lee Douglas, Lois Epstein Herzberg, Maxine Helman,
Beverly Levine, Halo Yaccino, Ann Muro Kathleen Dirschel, Rev. Luther Evans
Thomas McSpedon
1995 2008
Treasurer
Cheryl Brannan, Mary Mancuso Logan, Ellen Lynch, Marla Hurban,
Stephen Veneruso Lucy Benedetto, Sr. Mary Linehan Bernice Cook, Richard Fitzgerald
Counsel 1996 2009
Susan Cohen, R.N., Helen Henkel, Elaine David,
Jacqueline Winslow Miller, Lynn Nelson, William B.J. Harrington
Dr. Joan O’Gorman, Mary Ann Monachelli
2010
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 1997 Vanessa Osso, Barbara Berrios,
Susan Gunser, Iris Walshin, Dr. Gladys Pack, Jane McAffe, Pat & Larry McCrudden
Ronald Corti
Wilda Mejias, Pastor Rosalind Fields
Patrick Daugherty 2011
1998 Liz Pollack, Diana Costabile,
Brian Harrington Mary Gaines, Joyce Fortunato, Bernice Spreckman, Genevieve Piturro
Moira Kiernan Edith Klein, Janice Lubin Kirschner
2012
Eben Walker 1999 Kay Scott, Eileen Mannion Collum,
Hon. Cecile Singer, Dr. Sarala Devi, Emily Ellis, Maryann Cariello
Kevin T. Cacace Sister Mary Linehan,
Hon. Doris Friedman
2013
President Ann Kachmar, Margaret Assante,
2000 Ann Chianese,
Danielle DeMatteis, Patricia Sadler, Deborah Dimiceli, Melvina Carter
Alberta D’Aloia Wort,
Alfred Weissman
2014
DIRECTORS Piedad Abreau, James J. Landy,
John Acciavatti 2001 Joan Magoolaghan,
Patricia Daye, Marilyn Caselli, Shawyn Patterson Howard
Orlando Alves Arline Frey, Martin Walshin
2015
Greg Arcaro 2002 Mora Kiernan, Pat Puleo,
Joseph Cooke Elizabeth McFadden, Wanda London, Dr. Suzanne Greenidge,Orla Kelleher
Lenore Minerva, Murray Gunner
Henry Djonbalaj 2016
2003 Christina Gilmartin, Pat Tursi,
Edward Falcone Christine Gaudio, Joy Lawrence, Beth Fitzgerald, Linda Bohan
Amani Marjieh Kathleen Ryan, Rev. Burtner Ulrich
2017
Joseph Marra 2004 Susan Sacco, Hope Hollinsworht Coaxum,
Janine Rose, Angela Stanley, Josyane Colwell, Carol Daly,
Michael Minerva Ellen Story, Greg duSablon
2018
Carmine Mollica 2005 Donna McGregor, Donna Davis,
Anthony Mormile Joan Dupay, Sandra Miller, Ursula McIntyre, Patricia Brady,
Carmen Gomez Goldberg, James Campbell Siobhan O’Sullivan
Liz Pollack
SEND US YOUR NEWS!!
Ronald Rienas
Fred Salvino
John Saraceno
Joseph Shuldiner
Harry Singh
Lisa Summa-Guarino Our website (www.yonkerschamber.com)
Stephen Szulhan is anxious to hear from you, so we invite you all to send us any news, specials,
Wilson A. Terrero promotions, milestones, etc. from your business that you would like for us to post.
Mario Trombetta Photos always welcomed!
Vincent Volino Just email the information to Jeanne Martinelli at
Bernice White-Gaynor jmartinelli@yonkerschamber.com.
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5From the Desk of Jeanne Martinelli
Director of Marketing, in Business Committee. We will website: www.yonkerschamber.com,
Yonkers Chamber of Commerce meet again in early September. All featuring upcoming events, member
lady members of are Chamber are news and lots of photos. Please
This year the Yonkers Chamber of welcomed to join! email your news to us, and we
Commerce is celebrating its 126th Also recognized at the luncheon will be happy to post for you.
year as the Voice of Business and are three very qualified and talented This year the Chamber of
Industry in Yonkers, and what better young lady high school seniors from Commerce will be holding its
way to kick-off this year’s celebra- the Yonkers Public Schools and Annual Golf Outing at the beautiful
tions than with our Women of Sacred Heart High School who will Saint Andrew’s Golf Club in
Excellence Luncheon. This year our be rewarded with $1000 scholar- Hastings-on-Hudson, New York,
Women in Business Committee is ships. Winners must meet high on Wednesday, May 15th.
proud to celebrate 27 years of excel- scholastic criteria and community Invitations via regular mail, and Jeanne Martinelli, Director of Marketing,
lence at our Annual Luncheon spon- and volunteer involvement. We electronically on our website,
Yonkers Chamber of Commerce
sored by Cross County Shopping congratulate them and wish them www.yonkerschamber.com will winners will be featured in the
Center, recognizing four outstand- the best of luck in all their future be available soon. September “Back to School” Edition
ing women who exemplify excel- endeavors. The Chamber thanks I am happy to report that we of the Progress. Here is your chance
lence and service to our community. Rand Realty for generously donat- have welcomed many new to let us know who you think is the
We congratulate all of this year’s most ing one of the scholarships this year! businesses, both large and small, Best in Yonkers!
deserving winners who are prominent- As you can see from this beautiful into our Chamber, and we continue
ly featured in this issue of The publication of The Yonkers Progress, to actively recruit new ones. All The Yonkers Progress is
Progress. Once again our luncheon we are hard at work to keep you new members are featured in our produced by the Yonkers
is being held at the beautiful informed of the latest news from our newspaper, The Progress, which is Chamber of Commerce.
Fairways at Dunwoodie, and we members and the Yonkers Business distributed to 45,000 Yonkers homes EDITOR
welcome back former Cablevision Community. Our Chamber is the and is posted and archived on our JEANNE MARTINELLI
News 12 Director Janine Rose as voice of business in Yonkers and website. I invite you all to get
our Mistress of Ceremonies.
HONOREE PHOTOS BY
The Yonkers Progress is our voice. involved with the Yonkers Chamber RICKY RESTIANO
Please contact me if you would like In addition to our newspaper, we of Commerce. Ballots for “Yonkers
to be a part of the dynamic Women PARK PLACE STUDIO
have a very active and user friendly Best” will be distributed soon and all
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Yonkers Chamber welcomes newest members
Junior Achievement of New York Damico Group Real Estate* Phone: (914) 346-7414 Web site: www.eyesonpestcontrol.com
12 Hamilton Place, Suite 2 216 Market Street E-mail: ann@thefranchiseconsulting Jason Singleton, Owner
Tarrytown, NY 10951 Yonkers, NY 10710 company.com ~Fire Safety/Sales~
Phone: (914) 524-9760 Phone: (347) 773-2900 (718) 510-3012 Web site:www.thefranchiseconsulting
E-mail: ofitzsimons@jany.org E-mail: Valerie@damicogroup.org company.com Saint John’s Episcopal Church*
Orla Fitzsimons, Director of LHV Web site: www.damicogroup.org Ann Kohler, Senior Consultant 1 Hudson Street
~Operations, Education~ Valerie Damico, CEO Yonkers, NY 10701
~Business Consultants~
~Real Estate Sales and Rentals~ Phone: (914) 963-3033
YWCA Yonkers Lorena Gonzalez Agency* E-mail: parish@yonkerschurch.org
87 South Broadway Elite Investigations, Ltd.* 32 Douglas Avenue Web site: www.yonkerschurch.org
Yonkers, NY 10701 538 West 29th Street Yonkers, NY 10703 The Rev. Canon Victoria Sirota,
Phone: (914) 963-0640 New York, NY 10001 Phone: (914) 295-0065 President-in-Charge
Fax: (914) 963-7103 Phone: (212) 629-3131 Fax: (914) 618-3492 Carol Craft, Treasurer
E-mail: cknight1113@gmail.com Fax: (212) 594-2008 E-mail: l.gonzalez@farmersagent.com ~Non-Profit~
Web Site: www.ywcayonkers.org E-mail: jsaponaro@eliteinvestigations.com Web site: www.agents.farmers.com
Charlie Knight, Executive Director Web site: www.eliteinvestigation.com Gem Management Partners, LLC.
Lorena Gonzalez, Owner 573 South Broadway
Richard Crews, Office Manager Joseph Saponaro, President ~Insurance Agency~
~Not-for-Profit~ Gary Weksler, Executive Vice President Yonkers, NY 10705
Nancy Valencia, Office Manager Grand Canyon University Phone: (914) 670-7065
Sprint Corp.* 276 Robinson Avenue Dax: (914) 969-7015
~Security/Investigations~
8000 Mall Walk Space #5150 Bronx, NY 10465 Email: gnukho@gemmp.com
Yonkers, NY 10704 Blue Door Art Center Phone: (347) 640-0370 Web site: gemmanagementpartners.com
Phone: (914) 380-4552 3 Riverdale Avenue Fax: (602) 343-5313 George Nukho, Partner
E-mail: Arlene.francis@sprint.com Yonkers, NY 10701 E-mail: elita.hodges@gcu.edu ~Real Estate~
Web Site: www.sprint.com Mailing address: 5 Hudson Street, Web site: www.gcu.edu Sherwin Williams Paints*
Arlene Francis, Store Manager Yonkers, 10701 Elita Hodges, University Development 1900 Central Park Avenue
~Wireless Retail Store~ Phone: (914) 375-5100
Representative Yonkers, NY 10710
E-mail: Julie@bluedoorartcenter.org
The New York Studio of
Web Site: www.bluedoorartcenter.org Angie McNamara, Event Planner Phone: (914) 395-0105
Irish Step Dance* ~University~ Fax: (914) 395-0175
Julie Cousens, Executive Director
941 McLean Avenue, Suite 361 E-mail: Richard.presedo@sherwin.com
Robert Antonik, President
Yonkers, NY 10704 Eyes On Pest Control, LLC Web site: www.sherwin-williams.com
~Non-Profit, Art Gallery/Center~ 1455 Harrod Avenue, Suite 5-B
Phone: (914) 966-8017 Richard Presedo, Co-Sales Rep.
E-mail: soraya@irishdance.nyc The Franchise Consulting Company* Bronx, NY 10472 ~Retail/Wholesale Paint Store~
Soraya Hanzus, Owner, 51 Highland Circle Phone: (646) 796-2535
~Dance Instruction~ Bronxville, NY 10708 E-mail: Jason@eyesonpestcontrol.com * Denotes new member article submitted
Congratulations
To This
Year’s
Most
Deserving
Honorees
72 MAIN STREET
YONKERS
914-226-8644
Open Mon-Thurs, 11:00am-10pm
Friday & Saturday, 11:00am-1am
Sunday, 11am-10pm
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Yonkers Progress March 20, 2019 5
GOT GAS? The City of Yonkers is currently
experiencing a period of unprecedented
investment and growth. Significant
principal power source due to its
positive effect on the environment.
Natural Gas is abundant, in fact our
a second fuel source, the increased
construction costs make our region far
less attractive. This will hamper new
new buildings are going up in our Northeast region has an enormous development in all areas, residential,
downtown, along the waterfront, and supply of it, so much so that liquified commercial and industrial. Areas
near our eastern railroad stations. We natural gas is fast becoming on of the adjacent to us whether in New York
are experiencing the most positive United States’ most significant exports. City, New Jersey and Connecticut will
growth in generations. Why then, should both Yonkers and look more attractive than us due to
The recently announced moratorium Westchester be in a position where we lower construction costs and a more
on new natural gas availability threatens are denied this important resource? available natural gas supply.
to bring this growth to a dead stop. We are told that going forward, new It is imperative that our State
After meeting with Con Edison and gas hook-ups will only be available to government act quickly and approve a
gaining a better understanding of this customers with interruptable new natural gas pipeline to our area to
dilemma, it is clear that our region applications, which in short means that rectify this situation as soon as possible.
desperately needs new natural gas those new customers will be denied We assure you that your Chamber will
supply pipeline infrastructure and it is natural gas several days each year due continue to advocate for a prompt
very difficult to understand why this to extreme weather conditions. solution to this dilemma.
problem was not addressed years ago. What this will mean to those who
by Kevin Cacace For many years, our local real estate want to develop in Yonkers is that
President, Yonkers Chamber industry has been encouraged to construction cost will rise significantly,
of Commerce convert from fuel oil to natural gas as a due to the requirement of providing for
Congratulations
to all of the Honorees~
True Women of Excellence!
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New Member profile: LORENA GONZALEZ AGENCY
Farmers me and my staff, so we can discuss your agency’s dedication to world-class cus-
Insurance Agent future options. tomer service. My staff is the heart of
Having worked in the Yonkers area The Lorena Gonzalez Agency, and it is
32 Douglas Avenue,
for almost a decade, I know how to with their assistance and attention to
Yonkers, NY 10703
keep you informed of ways to protect client needs that bring people through
License #1312758 our doors. Let us help you save money
what’s important to you. I understand
lgonzalez@farmersagent.com by switching to an agency that cares
the needs and concerns of my clients.
My goal is to help you find the right about You &your family needs.
As a longtime resident of the area,
insurance plan for your business or Give me a call at (914) 296-0065 and
I’m proud and grateful to be your local
I’ll be happy to answer any questions
Farmers Insurance® Agent in Yonkers, family. I am committed to serving
you might have.
NY. I specialize in offering auto, home, those in the Greater New York City
business, and life insurance. I invite you area by helping you protect your most
to stop by for a cup of coffee to meet valuable assets. I take pride in my
Yonkers Chamber of Commerce
UPCOMING EVENTS
33rd ANNUAL CHAMBER GOLF OUTING
WEDNESDAY, MAY 15
Saint Andrew’s Golf Club 10 Old Jackson Ave., Hastings-on-Hudson, NY
Registration and BBQ Lunch, 10:30-12 | Shotgun: 12:15
Snacks and beverages (including beer) at Halfway House, Beverage Stations throughout the course.
2 hour open bar with buffet dinner and awards reception
CORPORATE GOLF PACKAGE: Includes Golf and Gala fees for four players as well as an Advertising Golf Hole sign. Price: $1,600
GOLF: Includes lunch, greens fees, cart, gratuities, and Gala Supper for one individual. Price: $375
NON-GOLFER: Includes lunch, use of tennis courts, paddle courts, Olympic-size pool, fitness center and Gala Supper for one individual. Price: $200
GALA SUPPER: Admission to the awards dinner held shortly after the outing. Price: $150
GOLF HOLE ADVERTISEMENT: A great opportunity for those unable to participate in the event. Price: $300
“50/50” TICKET: A chance to win up to $5,000 cash. Price: $25 or Five (5) Tickets for $100
RSVP to: jmartinelli@yonkerschamber.com or 914-963-0332
Yonkers Progress March 20, 2019
Saluting excellence here in Yonkers
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As the Chairwoman of this dynamic in Yonkers, who with her guidance adoptive parent advocate, Boy Scouts
committee, I am always impressed by and vision, transformed the former Troop leader and the Yonkers PTA
the months of pre-event preparation Polish Community Center into a to name just a few. The Yonkers
that go into making this luncheon a showcase destination for weddings Chamber of Commerce is very proud
huge success. One of the most difficult and galas, with the Entrepreneurial to honor her and thank her for all
jobs of the committee is selecting the Award. She is most deserving of her good work.
honorees for each of the catgories. this recognition and I am happy to The Women in Business Committee
Dozens of nominations flood into the congratulate her. also recognizes three outstanding
Chamber offices each year, and believe The Yonkers Chamber of students for their accomplishments in
me, it is not an easy decision to make! Commerce is proud to honor academics and community service.
This year the Business Professional Samantha Rosado-Ciriello, President In addition to Yonkers Public School
Award goes to Susan Corbett, of the Yonkers Federation of Teachers, lady seniors, for the first time, we
Administrative Vice President of Hog with the Above and Beyond Award. opened the selection to Sacred Heart
Hill Management Corporation as well Samantha represents over 3,000 active High School students as well, and
as Building Manager of Father Finian and retired teachers and teacher’s I’m happy to report that Angelina
Sullivan Tower and Woodstock Manor. aides. She is their advocate on City, Bell, will be one of our scholarship
Susan is very deserving of this award County, State and Federal levels, recipients, along with Kimberly
and her professionalism has been a and is the chief negotiator in Yonkers Gerard of Saunders High School and
by Moira Kiernan hallmark of her business activities. for salaries and working conditions. Melissa Hall for Yonkers High School.
Chairwoman, Women in We applaud her for her hard work and She does this all the while in caring Congratulations to all, and best wishes
Business Committee dedication. She is truly a “Business for her autistic daughter. She truly for continued success in the future.
Professional” and we thank her for goes Above and Beyond in all that On behalf of the Women in
Each year the Women in Business serving our City. I am proud to call she does. Congratulations to this Business Committee, I extend
Committee organizes an event that is her my friend and am happy to most deserving recipient. heartfelt congratulations to our
nothing short of spectacular. The congratulate her on this outstanding We are proud to present the Thomas honorees and ask all of you to join
Women of Excellence Luncheon recognition. Congratulations Susan. J. Caramadre Humanitarian Award me and all the members of the
began 27 years ago as a way to honor The Yonkers Chamber of Commerce this year to Bettye Malone, who has Yonkers Chamber of Commerce
outstanding individuals in our commu- is proud to recognize Loretta Spano, served tirelessly for many causes and in saluting the Class of 2019!!
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nity, and it continues to be the shining the manager of Castle Royale, a organizations throughout our city. She
star of Chamber events. premier Banquet Hall and Restaurant has inspired and helped so many as an
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR OWN
FOR THIS WELL DESERVED RECOGNITION!
We love working with you every day.
Richard O’Neill, Maura Burke,
And the entire Hog Hill Management Team
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“Cheers to this year’s Women
of Excellence Honorees”
~ Ann Chianese
(2013 Past WoE Recipient)
1761 Central Park Avenue Yonkers, NY 10710
Highridge Shopping Center
(914) 793-6110 (914) 793-6111 Fax (914) 793-9239
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EVERY BUNNY LOVES SPRING...
Especially at Cross County Shopping Center,
Our Luncheon Sponsor
The start of baseball season, flowers in bloom Breakfast includes pancakes, eggs, bacon, a beverage bands, strappy back swimsuits (aerie) and leopard print
everywhere you look, the Easter bunny and yes, even and treat. The bunny will visit each table and provide platform sneakers, airy scarf and straw clutch (H&M).
spring cleaning, are just a few of the many reasons a free gift for children. There is limited seating and GO BOLD AT HOME
why we love spring. tickets are available on a first come, first serve basis. Whether you want to add a few simple touches or
Springtime is here and with it comes longer days, DRESS THE PART boldly remodel, there are many ways to bring the
warmer temperatures and the renewed energy to No more winter coat? No problem! Michael Kors has outdoors in this spring.
spring into action. Whether you’re planning a new a new collection of spring jackets to keep you sheltered Macy’s now features a complete furniture depart-
garden, heading out for spring break or simply from showers and pack a punch of color. Check out the ment (on level 3) and home goods that will have
looking forward to ditching your heavy winter coat, Camouflage Leather Moto Jacket, Paper Nylon everyone tweeting with joy. Farmhouse Chic is a
Cross County Shopping Center is blooming with Popover Jacket and the Butterfly Embroidered classic trend that can be highlighted with mixing
ideas on how to enjoy the new season. Lightweight Twill Cargo Jacket, to top off your look. textures and finishes – try adding a barn door on
VISIT THE EASTER BUNNY Yellow is the color of spring and Zara is showcas- your closet, or substituting wicker dining chairs
and HAVE BREAKFAST ing it with shades of citrine along the spice trail. The instead of fabric. Floral wall art and throw pillows
The time has come to dress your little ones in spring collection features snakeskin prints, neon col- with embroidered patterns are a perfect way to
their finest spring suits and dresses and come visit ors, shell details and tie-dye textiles along with vests, complete your spring style renovation.
the Easter Bunny for family photos. Retailers such one of 2019’s biggest fashion trends. Getting into the spirit of spring is easy with these
as Children’s Place, Justice, Zara, H&M, Gap and Athleisure wear for men is still going strong this promishing inspirations. And, before you know it,
Old Navy feature children’s clothing perfect for the season, and AX Armani Exchange has some fresh we’ll be counting down the days until summer arrives!
occasion. The Easter Bunny is available for visits takes on this on-going trend. With sporty twill Shoppers are invited to stay connected with all
and photos from March 29 – April 19, in a new trousers and icon sweaters, this casual look is perfect of Cross County Shopping Center’s happenings
location, an in-line store across from Cinnabon and for weekend/work casual. on Facebook.com/CrossCountyShoppingCenter,
Macy’s, daily. Reservations are recommended, but Spring Break essentials can be found at XXI Twitter.com/ShopCrossCounty,
not required, and can be made by visiting the center’s Forever, aerie and H&M. Before you take off for an Instagram.com/CrossCountyShoppingCenter
website, www.crosscountycenter.com. island getaway or European adventure you’ll need to and sign up to receive emails at
Applebee’s will be hosting Breakfast with the pack products like a Flamingo neck pillow, pineapple www.crosscountyshoppingcenter.com.
Bunny on April 6th and 13th. Tickets can be purchased power bank for your phone and luggage tags with
directly at Applebee’s (in-store only) for $15. sassy sayings (XXI Forever); wrap dresses, soft head-
CONGRATULATIONS!
Bettye Malone,
Thomas J. Caramadre Humanitarian Award
Women in Business Honorees
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Member profile: PERFORMANCE REHAB
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New Member profile: THE NEW YORK STUDIO OF IRISH STEP DANCE
The New York Studio of Irish Step Green available for purchase via its
Dance offers group and private lessons website www.irishdance.nyc
to adult students of all levels in both soft Its professional dance company – The
and hard shoe wanting a challenging Irish Step Dance Troupe of New York –
workout in a social and friendly envi- performs at numerous venues and for
ronment. It has locations in both business leaders such as Mayor De
Yonkers and Manhattan. Blasio and Congresswoman Maloney as
Westchester adult classes are taught well as being shown nationally on ABC,
out of Youth Theatre Interactions at 92 NBC, CBS, FOX and VICELAND. The
Main Street in Downtown Yonkers at group has also recently performed for
the Riverfront. All students are welcome Kiwanis and the Girl Scouts. Some of
any time of the year on a rolling basis. the troupe’s favorite shows have also
The school’s focus is on fun and fit- been at weddings, local pubs, country
ness – not on stressful competitions – in which everyone supports one another. McLean Avenue Merchants Association, clubs, elementary schools and assisted
and also regularly hosts social outings. Other social activities include pub out- American Irish Association of living homes.
Students and company members get ings, community festivals, themed class- Westchester County, Irish Network New Contact studio owner Soraya Hanzus
involved in more than just a weekly es, dance performances, holiday parties York City and Rince Tuatha at soraya@irishdance.nyc or 914-966-
class. The goal is for everyone to feel and sports games. Nua. Additionally, the school recently 8017 to register today or book for an
they are dancing alongside their friends The school is a member of the commissioned the launch of its own upcoming show!
so a social environment has been created Yonkers Chamber of Commerce, music album entitled Dance the Town
New Member profile: ST. JOHN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Saint John’s Episcopal Church Getty Community which has helped thousands
Square is a distinguished church build- make the transition from homelessness
ing designed in 1872 by the architect to mainstream life and providing relief to
Edward Tuckerman Potter. Part of the the hungry, the homeless, and the poor.
earlier 1752 colonial church south wall The primary mission of St. John’s is
with its Georgian compass windows and spreading the Gospel and healing mes-
door as well as parts of the 1849 sage of Christ’s love for the world. In
transepts were preserved and incorpo- continuing this work, the people of Saint
rated in the 1872 church, thereby mak- John’s Episcopal Church support all
ing it one of the earliest examples of his- who pursue peace and joy through the
toric preservation in America. The orig- love of God and neighbor. Services are
inal church was erected with monies held on Sundays at 8 a.m. and 10:15 a.m.,
provided for in the will of Frederick and in the Lady Chapel on Wednesdays
Philipse II, Lord of the Manor of at 12:05 p.m. For more information, con-
Philipsburg, and was used as a hospital tact The Reverend Canon Victoria Sirota,
during the Revolutionary War. Saint as 1684. The first project in the parish contributors in the founding of St. Priest-in-Charge, at 914 969 2969 (moth-
John’s Getty Square is the oldest stone was the founding of a school in the Mile John’s Hospital. In recent history this ervsirota@gmail.com) or the Parish
Episcopal Church in New York State. Square area of Yonkers. This begins a parish was instrumental in founding Office at 914 963 3033 (parish@yonkers
Though founded by law in 1693, the long history of community service. St. C.L.U.S.T.E.R., an agency to support church.org).
congregation began work here as early John’s and its parishioners were major people in need, and the SharingVÉÇzÜtàâÄtà|ÉÇá
Yonkers Progress March 20, 2019 11
to the
2019 Women of
Excellence Honorees
and
Virginia Eyler
Scholarship Winners
JUDGE MICHAEL MARTINELLI
Chief Judge, Yonkers City Court
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27th Annual Yonkers Women of Excellence 2019 Honorees
Above and Beyond:
Samantha Rosado-Ciriello
The Yonkers Federation of Teachers University Industrial and Labor demographic of students in our
is an organization that represents over Relations Leadership Institute to schools. In addition, as President,
3,000 retired and active teachers, enhance the lives of educators and she serves as the chief negotiator for
teaching assistants, guidance coun- children by establishing partnerships contracts, involving salaries and
selors, social workers, psychologists, with the parents, community, higher working conditions, she has advocated
occupational therapists, Speech thera- education, administrators and teachers
for hundreds of members in enforcing
pists, per diem and regular substitutes. to ensure children get the quality edu-
their contractual rights in instances
In addition, she represents the union on cation they need and deserve, while
both ordinary and serious and she con-
the state level through New York State advocating for equitable funding and
United Teachers (NYSUT), on resources, fair teaching practices, tinuously interacts with local and state
the national level through both the safe working conditions, support for legislators to insure adequate funding
National Education Association (NEA) special education and English for Yonkers Public School students.
and the American Federation of Language services, and promoting One of Samantha’s most important
This year’s most worthy recipient
Teachers (AFT) and currently serves social justice issues. roles is that she is the “face of the
of the Above and Beyond Award is
on the AFT’s Programs and Policy She collaborates with other union,” being the first line when people
Samantha Rosado-Ciriello, President
Council as well as the New York State municipal unions to strengthen the have questions and concerns.
of the Yonkers Federation of Teachers.
Commissioner of Education’s Teacher collective voice of labor and is Samantha Rosado-Ciriello lives with
As a woman born in Puerto Rico,
and Administrator Evaluation actively involved with AFL-CIO her husband Michael Ciriello, born and
Samantha Rosado-Ciriello is the first Work Group. Westchester/Putnam Central Labor
minority, specifically Latina, President raised in Yonkers where he teaches
Ms. Rosado-Ciriello uses her educa- Body. Her affiliations with the
of the Yonkers Federation of Teachers Social Studies in Yonkers Public
tional background, including a Association for Hispanic Professionals;
(YFT). She has worked in the Yonkers Schools as well as their young daugh-
Bachelor’s in Elementary Education, Labor Council for Latin American
Public Schools for 24 years as an ele- ter, Alessandra Ciriello. The Yonkers
Concentration in Bilingual and Multi- Advancement; League of United Latin
mentary teacher, Teacher Center cultural Studies, specializing in American Citizens; 100 Hispanic Chamber of Commerce applauds her
Director and now serves full time as Spanish; Master’s degree Elementary Women of Westchester and the tireless work and contributions to so
the YFT President. With Yonkers being Education, Special Education, SOMOS Legislative Conference helps many, and we are proud to present
the fourth largest city in New York Bilingual Education; and a Certificate to promote the Latino community, Samantha Rosado-Ciriello with this
State, she has enormous responsibility. in Labor Relations from Cornell which represents the largest year’s “Above and Beyond” Award.
Business Professional: Susan Corbett
During her almost 30 years involved Executive Secretary to the Managing Member of St. Joseph’s Medical
in affordable housing in the Yonkers Partner of Bleakley, Platt & Schmidt, Center’s Health Fund and a volunteer
community, Susan has focused on a well-respected and premier law firm with the Monastery Church of the
providing low to moderate income in White Plains. Sacred Heart feeding the homeless
senior citizens with a safe and Susan has been the Executive program. Previously, Susan was a
superior place to live. Associated with Secretary of the Friendly Sons of St. Board member of Sacred Heart High
Father Finian Sullivan Tower and Patrick in the County of Westchester School, where she is an alumnus.
Woodstock Manor, where she serves since 1979, a position she holds today. A lifelong Yonkers resident,
as the Building Manager for both, She is responsible for the administra- Susan is married to Edward Corbett
she is also affiliated with Monastery tion of this 400 plus member fraternal and they have 2 children Kelly Ann
Manor and Griffin House, thus organization and all of its functions. (William) Burke and Edward, Jr
operating and providing 460 units of During her tenure, the Society has (Shannon) Corbett, as well as five
affordable housing serving over 450 contributed many millions of dollars to grandchildren: Michaela & Julia
seniors presently and countless thou- local charities throughout Westchester Burke and Elyse, Charlie & Jake
sands over the years. These properties and sometimes beyond. Corbett. They are active parishioners
This year the Yonkers Chamber of employ a staff of 20 which she is Dedicated to her community, Susan of Sacred Heart Church.
Commerce is pleased to present the responsible for their daily oversight is presently the Executive Secretary Her achievements and the
Business Profressional Award to and these properties are considered of Finian Sullivan Corp., a local foun- example she sets forth for other
Susan Corbett, Administrative Vice among the finest and well cared for dation trust that supports primarily women in business make her an ideal
President of Hog Hill Management facilities for seniors in our community. affordable housing initiatives in our choice for this award. We extend our
Corporation as well as Building Before joining Hog Hill Management, area as well as other charities that heartiest congratulations!
Manager of Father Finian Sullivan Susan was the Assistant Office assist in the overall development of
Tower and Woodstock Manor. Manager, Billing Coordinator and Yonkers. In addition, she is a BoardYonkers Progress March 20, 2019 13
27th Annual Yonkers Women of Excellence 2019 Honorees
Thomas J. Caramadre, Jr.
Humanitarian Award: Bettye Malone
This year’s Thomas J. Caramadre, Jr. her three children as a single mother, life member of the New York State
Humanitarian Award goes to Bettye while working full time. Congress of Parents and Teachers.
Malone, Counselor in the Kinship Choosing not to return to teaching, Bettye encouraged and supported her
Program for Family Service Society she became a case worker at Leake grandson’s desire to be a Cub Scout
of Yonkers. This extraordinary woman and Watts Services. Starting as a line and subsequently a Boy Scout, where
has spent much time giving of herself worker, she grew to become the he achieved the rank of Eagle Scout in
to others in Yonkers and wherever Adoption Specialist, Case Worker 2012. Bettye has remained active in
there was a need. Whether as a Supervisor and ultimately Supervisor the Boy Scouts, where she currently
performing artist, a teacher, a social of the Therapeutic Foster Boarding serves as Unit Committee Chair for
worker, an adoptive parent of three Home Program. She co-chaired the Troup 4 Yonkers, a Merit Badge
older children, or in the many other Bronx Service Panning Area II and Counselor and is a member of the
programs and activities she ran and still chaired the Soundview Community Westchester-Putnam Council BSA
runs, Bettye has provided learning Partnership Initiatives, while training Nominating Committee and the
opportunities, shared knowledge and with Dr. Salvador Minuchin at the Advancement Committee. She has sung solo in the Riverside
wisdom, and enriched the lives of Family Studies Institute and studied at Bettye continues to volunteer each Church Choir under the direction of
hundreds of families and children. Fordham University Graduate School year at the Tri-County Science Fair. Frederick Swann and in many choirs
Bettye, originally from Atlanta, of Social Work. She has served on numerous boards throughout New York City, Yonkers
came to New York early in her career Although Bettye has eight grandchil- including St. Andrew’s Camp, the Red and Westchester County. In addition
to work on Broadway as an actress dren, Bettye became the custodian of Cross, the Yonkers YWCA teaching to her past role as Church School
and singer,while working with the her grandson, and raised him as a theatre to children and teens, and the Coordinator, Bettye has worshiped
Girl Scouts part time and as a full single grandparent while also Greyston Child Care Center. She is a and sung in the choir at the Three
time English and Social Studies preserving the relationship between volunteer for numerous Adoption Hierarchs Chapel, St Vladimir’s
teacher at Longfellow Junior High her grandson and his parents. She Agencies, training perspective families Orthodox Seminary in Yonkers, NY
School in Yonkers. became involved in the PEARLS in the adoption process. One of her for over 40 years.
After a number of years working in Elementary School PTA where she most memorable experience was volun- When the Therapeutic Program at
the theater and serving on the Council served as Class President for five teering at Graham Windham as a visi- Leake and Watts closed, Bettye became
of Actors Equity, Bettye realized that years, chaired the Enrichment tor for children who had no one to take Counselor in the Kinship Support
what she wanted most was to start a Committee of the PTA and then them off campus. Program of the Family Service Society
family. After witnessing a friend’s became PTA President. Her initiative, Bettye enjoys collecting miniatures of Yonkers, providing support and case
personal tragedy, Bettye vowed to the Winter Carnival, continues to fund for her Victorian Dollhouse and management services to grandparents
adopt older children. She adopted enrichment activities for the children of researching family history. She is a and relative caregivers raising children.
a ten year old girl and three years Hawthorne PEARLS today. past member of the National Bettye is a principled woman who uses
later, wanting a sister for her daughter, In 2008, Bettye was given the NY Genealogy Society and the Afro- her life experiences to support and
Bettye adopted two younger sisters, State PTA Jenkins Award, an enduring American Historical and Genealogical enrich the lives of others. She is a
five and eight, who rounded out her symbol of distinguished service toward Society, Jean Sampson Scott Greater remarkable role model and worthy of
family. With the emotional support the welfare of children and youth. With New York Chapter. the title “Humanitarian”.
of some very dear people, she raised this award Bettye became an honorary Bettye is an accomplished singer.
Entrepreneurial Award: Loretta Spano
This year the Yonkers Chamber of She worked to set and maintain rigor- ing clients’ expectations with great
Commerce is proud to present the ous standards for the facility with an knowledge, professionalism and gen-
Entrepreneurial Award to Loretta eye toward detail and professionalism. uine service. She is building positive
Spano, General Manager of Yonkers’ Under Loretta’s supervision, the Castle relationships with those clients, their
premier catering venue, the Castle Royale has flourished. With a profes- guests and potential clients to ensure
Royale. Loretta joined the team at sional staff of 30, the Castle Royale continued customer satisfaction.
Castle Royale in 2014 when new own- offers a full range of quality cuisines, Born and raised in the City of Yonkers,
ers, Shree Balajee Corp., bought the and this once dated grand banquet hall Loretta is one of sixteen children born
nearly century-old iconic property on is now a beautiful space with its unique to the Honorable and Mrs. Leonard N.
Waverly Street formerly known as the architecture and lavish décor to host Spano. She and her partner, Luis
Polish Community Center. events for up to 600 guests. Eleutice, live in the Colonial Heights
Upon assuming her new position as Today, Loretta is responsible for the section of Yonkers with her two grown
General Manager, Loretta focused her overall operation of the Castle Royale. sons, Nicholas and Vincent.
attention on finding innovative ways to From event planning and customer The Yonkers Chamber of Commerce
drive the catering business forward and service to vendor relations, scheduling is delighted to recognize her for her
breathing new life into the old venue. and menu planning, Loretta is exceed- many business accomplishments.14 March 20, 2019 Yonkers Progress
Alberta D’Aloia Wort, CTC
SUSAN CORBETT
Congratulations to our dear friend
affliates of Pisa Brothers Travel
and Worldview Travel Company Bleakley Platt & Schmidt, LLP
email: alberta@yonkers tvl.com
914.963.9248
Stephen G. Szulhan NADER J. SAYEGH
VICE CHAIRMAN, ASSEMBYMAN 90th DISTRICT
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Room 236 Legislative Office Bldg.
sszulhan@sumafcu.org Albany, NY 12248
Tel: 518-455-3662 | Fax: 518-455-5499
125 Corporate Boulevard
35 East Grassy Sprain Road
Yonkers, NY 10701
Yonkers, NY 10710
914-220-4841 Tel: (914) 779-8805 | Fax: (914) 779-8859
www.sumafcu.org fax 914-220-4090 Email: sayeghn@assembly.gov
Flynn
Memorial Home
325 S. Broadway, Yonkers NY 10705
914.963.5178
CONGRATULATIONS
TO SUE CORBETT,
our grandmother,
on receiving the
2019 Business
Professional Award.
You are a great
role model for us!
We love you!
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Congratulations Loretta!
The facility hosts weddings,
engagements corporate events,
bar mitzvahs and bat mitzvahs,
bridal & baby showers,
anniversaries, milestones, award ceremonies,
birthdays and other special occasions.
No matter what you are celebrating,
Castle Royale will help you plan a memorable event.
92 Waverly Street, Yonkers
(914) 965-2559
www.castleroyaleny.com
Formerly known as the Lunch Tuesday -Friday 11-3 $9.95
Polish Community CenterYonkers Progress March 20, 2019 17
Virginia Eyler Scholarship Winners:
Angelina Bell, Kimberly Gerard, Melissa Hall
Congratulations
and Best Wishes to
PRESENT
Susan Corbett
ON THIS
WELL DESERVED
RECOGNITION!
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Chamber Networking Events
Kick-off Breakfast for the new year was hosted by Yonkers Brewery featuring a dialogue with Yonkers City Council Members. (L_R) Councilman from the 6th District, Mike Breen with Yonkers PBA President Keith Olson,
(L-R) Chamber Pres Kevin Cacace, Councilman John Rubbo, Councilman Anthony Merante, City Council Pres Mike Khader, Council Candidate 3rd District Dennis Robertson, and Chamber Pres Kevin Cacace.
Mayor Mike Spano, Councilwoman Cheney Williams, Chamber Chair Howard Berman and Councilman Mike Breen.
Enjoying early-bird networking at the January Breakfast are Henry Djonbalaj, HD Realty (L) and Edward Falcone, Yonkers A good time was had by all at the January breakfast with Michael Palazzola, Westrock Partners, and Sharon-Regan-
Public Library. Masciovecchio, Aisling Foundation.
January Breakfast of “Kegs and Eggs” are Chamber members Moira Kiernan, Sterling Bank and Mike Minerva, Empress
Toney Lee of TSRI Music Ministry (L) and Akeem Jamal of Mayor Mike Spano’s office at the January Breakfast.
Ambulance.
All smiles at the January Breakfast are (L-R) Jim Dibbini, Esq. and George Nukho, Gem Management Enjoying the delicious breakfast at Yonkers Brewery are (L-R) Frank Legio, Tarrytech Computers, and Bill McCarthy,
Thompkins Mahopac Bank.Yonkers Progress March 20, 2019 19
Chamber Networking Events
Receiving the Knife and Fork Award are co-sponsors of the Feb Networking Breakfast, Sound Associates and Country Bank. Selling raffle tickets are Linda Bohan from VIVE (L) and Kathy Kuhnel, City of Yonkers.
(L-R) Kevin Cacace, Patrick Daugherty and Rich Fitzgerald (Sound Assoc), Joseph Murphy, Jr. (Country Bank), Howard
Berman, and Keynote Speaker, Mary Calvi
Suma Federal Credit Union was well represented at the February Breakfast with (L-R) Walter Kozicky and Steve Szulhan Enjoying Chamber camaraderie are (L-R) Lewis Koflowitz, Paul Ranieri, Stephen Veneruso, Esq.,
Mike Breen, and Jean Tickel
Enjoying early bird networking are Bernice White-Gaynor, Sunnyside Federal and Lindsay Carden, PCSB Bank. Ladies that Breakfast are (L-R) Annette Volino and Victoria Jimpson-Fludd
Chamber President Kevin Cacace (R) thanks Country Bank for co-sponsoring the February Networking Breakkast, Anita Husband and wife dynamic duo from St. John’s Episcopal Church are Mother Victoria Sirota and Robert Sirota at the
Vetrano and Joseph Murphy, Jr. February Networking breakfast.20 March 20, 2019 Yonkers Progress
New Member profile: D’AMICO GROUP REAL ESTATE
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New Member profile: SHERWIN WILLIAMS
For more than 150 years, Sherwin- both do-it-yourselfers and painting Central Park Avenue, Yonkers, NY
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2019 Women of
Excellence Honorees!Yonkers Progress March 20, 2019 21 New Member profile: ELITE INVESTIGATIONS, LTD. PROFESSIONAL, RELIABLE Counter Terrorism Officers Association PROTECTION SERVICES National Association of Chiefs of Police Elite Investigations is a full-service National Council of Investigators and protective security company that has Security Services been providing quality services to its World Association of Detectives clients for over 38 years. Elite provides KEY POINTS: a variety of services to its clients, ~Owner managed and American owned including Fortune 500 companies: ~ 38 years in business security guards, investigations, special ~$50 million revenue, steady growth events and risk management consulting. ~1,500 employees The company is privately held and ~Over 1,000 service locations American-owned. 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My portfolio includes B2B and Franchise Consulting Company, the enjoying what you’re doing; providing B2C opportunities as well as businesses world’s leading franchise expert, my value and good to your community; that can be run from a home-office, and mission is to help my clients explore being in control of your own economic operating models that include owner- whether business ownership, via fran- and financial destiny; creating a legacy operator, multi-unit ownership, semi- chising, can help them to achieve their for your family; being able to spend absentee, area developer or master financial and personal goals. I also time on what’s important to you such license. 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Wealth can only be personal services, food and dining, to schedule a free consultation. measured in personal terms but there automotive, fitness/wellness and many Member profile: CHARTER SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Founded in 2005, the Charter School recognition and a growing reputation for of Educational Excellence (CSEE) was its rigorous academic program and com- the first charter school to open in mitment to excellence. Today, CSEE is Westchester County. CSEE is a FREE ranked a top-performing school in New PUBLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL open York State. The school has been desig- to all children through a yearly lottery nated as a reward school for 2014-2018 admissions process. The school current- school years, and has received several ly serves approximately 750 students in state grants to share its best practices as Grades K-8, and will be accepting 9th a mentor school to various schools in grade students starting September 2019. need of improvement. We are currently accepting applications If you are interested in joining our for grades K-9 for the 2019 lottery. team or enrolling your scholar please The Charter School of Educational CHILDREN CAN LEARN” when CSEE offers an extended day contact us by calling Ms. Goldberg at Excellence’s mission is to develop stu- given the right opportunity, time, and program (8am-4pm), filled with hands (914)476-5070 ext. 4 or by email: dents who are critical thinkers, motivat- resources to succeed. In order to help on experiences, classroom and online CGoldberg@cseeschool.org. Visit our ed leaders, and lifelong learners. 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Member profile: SYDNEY ZHOU, EXIT REALY New Member profile:
of events for the Women’s to the complexity of the trans-
SPRINT
AT CROSS
Council of Realtors, Empire actions, the due diligence and
Westchester Chapter. In marketing involved, as well as
COUNTY
March, I will be hosting a the negotiational nature of the
commercial real estate forum deal process. I also manage a
showcasing expert knowledge
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number of social media plat-
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curring event going forward. in finance which lasted over Yonkers Mall would like the
The focus of my business is 10 years. I have been a
opportunity to Partner Up
on commercial properties Westchester resident for a few
with all Business Owners.
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Member profile: CLUSTER COMMUNITY SERVICES
CLUSTER Community Services is a provides Restorative Justice Services.
non-profit, multi-service, community Youth and Family Programs:
based 501(c) (3) organization that pro- Provides academic support and cultural
vides services to the Yonkers commu- enrichment through a community
nity and throughout Westchester and based after-school program. We offer a
Rockland County. CLUSTER has a summer day camp for over 100 chil-
$6 million dollar agency budget and dren from low-income and homeless
serves over 2000 low to moderate families, and a youth leadership and
income individuals each year. development program that prepares
CLUSTER spends 86 cents out of youth for college and careers.
every dollar which is raised, directly CLUSTER’s Youth Programs provide
on program services. CLUSTER’S Westchester and Rockland structured activities which are safe,
CLUSTER’s mission is: FOUR CORE PROGRAM Mediation Center: educational, fun and enriching.
“To provide services and programs AREAS ARE: The Center has over 60 volunteer Housing Resource Center:
that assist residents in Yonkers and Mental Health Residential mediators that provide community The Center’s focus is to preserve
Westchester and Rockland County to Services: mediation, parent/child, land- housing and improve living conditions
build a better future for themselves and Assists over 100 individuals with seri- lord/tenant, elder care mediation, and in buildings and neighborhoods in
their communities. The focus of all of ous and persistent mental illness to school peer mediation, an eviction pre- Yonkers. The Center offers services in
our programs is the empowerment of attain and maintain stable permanent vention conciliation program and court eviction prevention, rental assistance,
individuals, families and communities housing and to become productive mandated mediation for custody, visita- housing case management, and
to fulfill their dreams and potential.” members of the community. tion and child support. The Center also housing disaster relief.
Member profile: LOCAL UNION NO. 3, IBEW
“PERK UP AMERICA” into commerce. It stays in a bank, of Cambridge and they discovered boost your business.
It is Tax Season once again and many much like a coin in a piggy bank. It some interesting trends that should be Economist Jim Hightower states,
of you might be quite disappointed, never circulates in the system. That of interest to our local business dis- “Every dime of minimum wage is spent
even angry at your return this year. coin never gets to the candy shop. tricts. They studied the multiplier by its’ recipients – circulating upward in
Many of us plan on using our tax return I think it is time to “Perk Up America”. effect. It describes, “How those with our local economies as they increase
for various expenses. Perhaps a car Percolate up economics to be precise. It little money spend it more quickly and their purchases of such basics as food,
payment, to take a weekend getaway or is the theory of economic growth from those with lots of money don’t.” kids clothing and Health Care.” Living
pay down some debt. the bottom up. When you are in con- Money at the bottom is over three wages and prevailing wages do likewise.
Well it looks like the “Trickle-Down” struction you fully understand that a times more effective at driving econom- I am reminded of a quote about tax
isn’t trickling enough. Many econo- solid foundation is critical to have a ic growth than money at the top. That is breaks by Will Rogers, “Give it to the
mists have studied the Trickle-down successful project. I believe the same a powerful piece of data from their people at the bottom and the people at
economic philosophy since President holds true in our economy. We must study. If you are a local business owner the top will have it by night fall, any-
Reagan and have come to conclusion have a solid foundation for our coun- wouldn’t you want your clientele to be how. But it will at least pass through
that the money or “Tax Breaks” stay at try’s economy to truly grow for all. 3 times stronger. A strong consumer the through the poor fellow’s hands.
the top of the economy, usually in a An economic study was done by the will drive an economy. Consumer reten-
bank account. Which never circulates Faculty of Economics at the University tion through professional service willYou can also read
