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Posted on October 25, 2014 by John Bailey

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Eyewitness to Forum: Latimer, Hunt-Robinson Showcase well.

Posted on October 23, 2014 by John Bailey

WPCNR CAMPAIGN 2014. From a White Plains CitizeNetReporter Observer. October 23, 2014:

The following are the impressions of a person familiar with White Plains issues who observed the Candidate’s Forum at the White Plains Library sponsored by the League of Women Voters and gave WPCNR their impressions, first his take on the statements of Joe Dillon and George Latimer running for the 37th District State Senate seat:

Joe Dillon was good, but George Latimer was even better.

Latimer accused Dillon of lying about/ distorting his (Latimer’s) record. He challenged the audience to read up on his record.

Latimer made one mistake, he said that Mamaroneck Ave, was thriving with the help of state iniatives, which, as we know, is not true. Many businesses are closing along the Mamroneck Ave/ Post Road Corrider. Nevertheless, I felt Latimer won hands down.

In the Hunt-Robinson-Guerriere contest, the moderator could not pronounce Terrence’s name correctly much of the time. Although both candidates did a good job, I felt that Nadine showed better than Terrence. She showed a lot of passion, had the insider’s edge, and was obviously well coached by the Democratic Party.

Both candidates were in favor of following the City’s Master Plan, up-dating the Plan with a new one and following all zoning laws.

Terrence felt parking in WP was a big issue and proposed free parking for residents, as one way to improve retail business in downtown.

Nadine wanted more residential apartment building downtown, thus generating more people to shop along Mamaroneck Ave. She touted the new Lyons Place garage, as a place to park. She favored walking over cars. Both candidates were good, but I have to give the edge to Hunt-Robinson.

Deadline is Monday for Applying for Somers Affordable Housing Availabilities

Posted on October 23, 2014 by John Bailey

WPCNR HOUSING NEWS. From the Housing Action Council. October 23, 2014:Housing Action Council is accepting applications for the Mews II at Baldwin Place, a fair andaffordable senior housing development at 32-34 Clayton Boulevard in the Town of Somers through Monday, October 27.

To apply, contact the Housing Action Council, 914-332-4144, or visit the Housing Action Council website at www.affordablehomes.org

When completed, the Mews II will provide affordable apartments for seniors who cannot afford rental housing in the private marketplace. Rents range from $858 to $1244 depending on household income and income. The development is designed to reach households whose incomes areno greater than 60% of the median income of Westchester County.

The median income for a single person is $72,600. Eligible applicants are singles whose income is no greater than $43,560; 2 persons, $48,800 and 3 persons, $56,040.The one bedroom apartments range in size from 710 sq.ft to 734 sq.ft. and 910 sq.ft to 1050 sq. ft for the two bedrooms apartments. All apartments have a patio or deck. Heat and air conditioning arconditioning are individually controlled. It is within walking distance to Somers Commons ShoppingCenter, with a supermarket, restaurant and other retails stores. It is also located on a bus line.

The developers are Kearney Realty & Development Group, a major builder of affordable andaffordable housing These 75 apartments contribute to the 750 homes that the County must facilitate under its 2009 Housing Settlement with HUD.

Applications will be accepted through October 27, 2014. A lottery will be held on October 29,to determine the order in which applicants will be qualified. Occupancy is planned for January and February, 2015.

Food Bank Asks for Donations to Furnish Thanksgiving Turkeys for 5,000 Families

Posted on October 23, 2014 by John Bailey

The Food Bank for Westchester announced that this year’s goal is to raise the funds necessary to provide 5,000 Thanksgiving turkeys for families in need. Pictured from left, Westchester Deputy County Executive Kevin Plunkett; Arlene Putterman, Manager, Public & Community Relations at Stop & Shop; Greg W; Ellen Lynch, Executive Director at Food Bank for Westchester; Jeanne Blum, Executive Director at Westchester Coalition for the Hungry and Homeless; Food Bank board chairman Rick Rakow ; and Westchester County Legislator Michael Smith.

WPCNR COUNTY CLARION-LEDGER. From the Food Bank for Westchester. October 23, 2014:

The Food Bank for Westchester, which operates the county’s largest food collection and emergency distribution network, kicked-off its annual Thanksgiving Turkey Drive yesterday. At the kick-off held at the Food Bank’s Elmsford distribution warehouse it was announced that this year’s goal is to raise the funds necessary to provide 5,000 turkeys for families in need.

In 2013 the Food Bank served 6,204,101 meals to Westchester County residents. Based in Elmsford, NY, the Food Bank is located in a 37,000sf warehouse and is home to Westchester’s largest refrigerator and freezer.

To donate to the Food Bank for Westchester’s Turkey Drive, please visit www.foodbankforwestchester.org or text FB4W to 88500.

A donation of just $25 provides turkeys for two families. With approximately 200,000 Westchester residents hungry or at risk of being hungry, there is a significant need for meals this holiday season. Last year the Food Bank exceeded its fund raising goal and was able to provide more than 4,000 turkeys.

“As a community, it is important that we collect as many donations as possible to help out local families and to ensure a memorable Thanksgiving for those who would otherwise go without,” said Ellen Lynch, Food Bank Executive Director. “Thanks to everyone who supports our holiday turkey drive, a huge burden is lifted off these families’ shoulders.”

She said the Food Bank is experiencing an unprecedented demand for its services. “The need is real. However, even though the campaign just started, it’s off to a good start. We have already brought in three truckloads of turkeys this year which is approximately 120,000 lbs.”

The need for more turkeys in part is a result of an increase in the number of Food Bank member agencies over the last year, and that more community and faith-based organizations are responding to the increased needs of their local communities. At the same time, the Food bank is servicing non-member agencies with its Kraft Mobile Food Pantry. The Mobile Pantry is a specialized 36-foot beverage-style truck that functions as a “market on wheels” for communities where residents do not have easy access to fresh vegetables, meat and dairy products.

“On Thanksgiving, most families sit down for a family feast. But there are thousands of people in our county who face a daily struggle to put just a little food on the table,” said Food Bank board chairman Rick Rakow. “The contributions we receive enable us to provide turkeys and all other ingredients for a nutritious holiday meal to help make it a happy Thanksgiving for all.”