Governor Cuomo has announced that most micro-cluster yellow, orange, and red zone restrictions have been lifted for most parts of New York State. 

The Village of Port Chester may now begin operating, once again, under the “NY Forward” plan that was adopted by the Governor in the Summer of 2020. 

Food Services:

• All guidance and approvals for opening apply to restaurants, food service establishments, food trucks, and concessions.
• Indoor capacities are to be regulated by management and limited as not to exceed 50% OF THE PERMITTED MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY (Exclusive of Employees).
• Mandtory and recommended best practices for safety can be found on the NY FORWARD website.  Business owners must adhere to social distancing, establish a safety plan, and read & affirm the New York State business affirmation guidelines adopted during the Summer of 2020.  Additionally, businesses must ensure that indoor and outdoor tables with seating are separated by a minimum of 6ft in all directions.  Guests/ invitees to dine together at a single table must no exceed 10 persons; there is no requirement that all persons must be related to dine together.

Schools:

• Mandatory weekly COVID-19 testing of students, teachers, and district employees are hereby suspended.  In-person settings may continue.

Churches, Synagouges, and Other Houses of Workship:

•  Indoor capacity for religious services and programming may not exceed 33% of the building’s maximum capacity.
• Outdoor capacity for religious services may not exceed 50 people.

Mass Gatherings:

• Indoor gatherings remain limited to 10 people or fewer.
• Outdoor mass gatherings are limited to 50 people.

Businesses struggling in the Village Of Port Chester, during the second wave of the pandemic, are now eligible for the federal government’s second round of loans under the Paycheck Protection Program.

Port Chester nonprofits that provide services to the community are included too.

All you have to do is visit your local port Chester bank and complete the application.

The Paycheck Protection Program is a loan designed to provide a direct incentive for small businesses to keep their workers on the payroll.

SBA will forgive loans if all employee retention criteria are met, and the funds are used for eligible expenses.

• PPP loans have an interest rate of 1%.
• Loans issued prior to June 5 have a maturity of 2 years. Loans issued after June 5 have a maturity of 5 years.
• Loan payments will be deferred for borrowers who apply for loan forgiveness until SBA remits the borrower’s loan forgiveness amount to the lender. If a borrower does not apply for loan forgiveness, payments are deferred 10 months after the end of the covered period for the borrower’s loan forgiveness (either 8 weeks or 24 weeks).
• No collateral or personal guarantees are required.
• Neither the government nor lenders will charge small businesses any fees.

You can apply through any existing SBA 7(a) lender or through any federally insured depository institution, federally insured credit union, and Farm Credit System institution that is participating.

Other regulated lenders will be available to make these loans once they are approved and enrolled in the program.

You should consult with your local lender as to whether it is participating in the program. 

County Executive George Latimer, 67, officially announced Monday morning that he is running for a second term this fall.

CE George Latimer said there are still plenty of issues for him to tackle over the next four years. in a video that was released on his campaign Facebook page.

George Latimer’s announcement had been expected, but so far he is not facing an opponent for his seat, because the Westchester County Republican Committee is currently on life support.

However, if George Latimer is re-elected it will be his last term, because he proposed and won a new law setting a two-term limit for the county executive’s position.

PORT CHESTER: The Waterfront Shopping Center loan, which is secured by a 349,743-sf anchored retail property located on main street is in default to a multiple bank loan pool.

The loan was transferred to special servicing in June 2020 for payment default and was over 90 days delinquent as of the December 2020 distribution date.

The borrower, Greg Wasser of G&S Investors, requested a three-month forbearance in March 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic, but defaulted on the loan while the request was being considered by the master servicer.

Property occupancy was 94.9% as of June 2020.

The property is anchored by Super Stop & Shop and AMC.

Other major tenants include Bed Bath & Beyond, Marshalls and Crunch Fitness.

All tenants at the property with the exception of Super Stop & Shop were ordered to close in late March 2020, but most have been able to reopen.

The AMC Theater remains closed.

Many of the tenants at the property have asked for rent abatements due to the state’s coronavirus restrictions on shopping, with some requesting permanent lease amendments.

PORT CHESTER: A majority of the Port Chester School Board members and the Port Chester Board of Trustees have repeatedly demanded a fair open and transparent investigation of Tom Corbia’s racially charged posts as those who benefit from institutionalized racism have used kid gloves on the repugnant School Board And Housing Authority Board President.

There were a lot of young people in the streets of Port Chester this summer and the made the blue wave happen in the Village of Port Chester in the last election and they are upset and will remember those that did not vote for Tom Corbia to step down from his leadership position – as they allowed him to waste over $20,000 on his silly games.

Mayor Fritz Falanka is not running for mayor and a new mayor will be elected and the village will hire a new manager and superintendent of schools in the minority majority village.

But, Fritz Flanka will be remember that he failed to forcefully come forward and demand that his racist pal Tom Corbia be held accountable for his Un-America Facebook posts that represents the worst of Port Chester society.

Mayor Fritz Flanka has played USPS mail games with his racist pal and let the clock run down on his administration, instead of sending a Port Chester Police Officer to hand deliver the board of trustee’s letter to the social media degenerate.

Tom Corbia has held the village hostage, because there was a mayor, board members and trustees that refused to stand up the and defend the Port Chester children, and their families, that this nasty little man attacked.

Shame, Shame, Shame on Fritz Flanka and the other elected officials that turned a blind eye and made excuses to protect an ugly man that attacked and mocked the Port Chester children he swore to serve,

Let us hope the next Mayor of Port Chester will have a backbone and will be an good example to the youth of the village, because this was not Fritz Flanaka’s finest hour – as he blew up over and over at meetings in an effort to protect his immoral pal.

Barstool Sports is raising millions of dollars for struggling small businesses across the country and in the Hudson Valley. 

Mary Ann’s Mexican Restaurant in Port Chester say they lost up to 75% of business and it has put them on the verge of permanently shutting their doors.

Now digital media company Barstool Sports is offering a lifeline the struggling Port Chester businesses

Barstool Sports founder David Portnoy donated $500,000 and started the Barstool Fund, which has now raised well over $18 million.

All Mary Ann’s Mexican Restaurant in Port Chester had to do was prove your business is successful and that your employees are still on the payroll.

More than 70 other small businesses across the country also got the same cash infusion that Mary Ann’s Mexican Restaurant in Port Chester got.

PRESS RELEASE: Clay Art Center will be offering a selection of multi-week classes for all skill levels from beginner to advanced.

PORT CHESTER: Whether you are new to clay or an experienced potter, they have handbuilding, wheel throwing and special topic classes designed for you.

Adult Classes

Their 5 week introductory classes are designed for new students to explore all clay has to offer. Classes include Intro to Handbuilding, Intro to Wheel Throwing and Pottery for Beginners. These classes are offered nights and weekends. No experience necessary. Their intermediate and advanced classes will allow students to explore new techniques and forms.

For a fun Friday night out with friends or a date sign up for Maker Date. Get messy as they walk you through the basics of throwing on the potter’s wheel. Create a unique piece of pottery, then choose a glaze from their studio selection.

Pieces will be fired and available for pick up at a later date. Best of Westchester 2020 Winner “Best Artsy Night Out”. First Maker Date is Friday, January 15th. Special Valentine’s Day Maker Dates will take place on February 12th & 13th.

Youth Classes (Ages 10 – 16) & Family Classes (Ages 6+)

Have your kids unplug with mud at their award-winning multi-week youth classes starting January 17th. Their popular tween wheel (ages 10 – 12) and teen wheel (Ages 13 – 16) are fun and creative opportunities to explore a variety of functional pottery forms, wheel techniques and glazing. No experience necessary.

For a fun Saturday out with the whole family sign up for a one-time family class, Saturday Clay. Adults & children will explore their inner artists in this 2-hour introduction to clay. Professional ceramic artists will guide themed weekly hand-building projects including a special Easter Workshop on April 3rd. For ages 6 – 99. No experience necessary. First class is January 16th.

Family Wheel Night is a one-time class for parents, kids, tweens or teens (Ages 9+) interested in learning to use the potter’s wheel. Have fun and bond with your family while receiving a lesson from experienced and dedicated ceramic artists. Beginners are welcome and no previous experience is necessary! First class is January 16th.

Private Lessons

In-person and virtual private lessons are a great way to learn new skills from their Studio or from your home. Their professional artists are ready to help you advance your handbuilding and wheelthrowing skills.

At Home Clay Virtual Programs

Virtual Adult Classes including Intermediate Wheel Throwing and Exploration in Handbuilding are designed for you to learn new clay skills and techniques from the comfort of your home.

Virtual Artist Talks & Demos featuring some of the top ceramic artists working today take place via Zoom. Upcoming artists include Kensuke Yamada, Vinnie Bagwell, Rich Brown and Syd Carpenter. Look for accompanying sales of artist work in our online shop.

Parties for Adults & Youth

Let Clay Art Center host your next in-person or virtual get together. For adults plan an upcoming birthday party, team building exercise or creative check-in with your friends. For kids ages 7 – teen – plan a fun and creative birthday party, scout meeting, school friends get together or weekly playdate. Clay kit curbside pickup available in Port Chester, NY.

Clay Curbside Services

Purchase clay and tools on their website and pick up at Clay Art Center. They also offer drop-off kiln firing services. The shop and gallery are closed for in-person visits but you can visit online or by appointment.

You can continue shopping online for handmade ceramics. The shop has a variety of items including mugs and bowls to make meal time into a celebration, sculptural items to decorate your home, and gifts for weddings, birthdays and other celebrations. Proceeds from your purchases support the artist and Clay Art Center.

Gallery & Exhibitions–

-Concepts in Clay: Artists of Color is their current online virtual exhibit featuring works by celebrated Black ceramic artists from across the US. It has been extended through February 28th. Stay tuned for announcements on upcoming virtual exhibitions. They look forward to hosting in-person exhibitions in 2021.

Visit Clayartcenter.org for more information.

PORT CHESTER: Come on politicians, help these people. Why can’t there by indoor dinning even at 25% or so capacity.

FACTS: There is only so much local government can do, meaning the Port Chester Board of Trustees. But Port Chester restaurant owners need help…NOW!!

I’m sure that State Senator Shelley Mayer and Assemblyman Steve Otis are trying their best but they must try harder.

Right around the corner, the village of Rye Brook and the city of Rye restaurants are serving inside dining.

Why was Rye City and Rye Brook out of the Orange zone?

Why can’t Port Chester open their restaurants like the gyms and other businesses can open as of now.

Why can’t Port Chester be like their surrounding neighbors?

Is it because Port Chester is a majority minority community and no one gives a X#@?… you know what I mean.

Action must be taken. If I was a betting person, the people at the Governor’s office making these decisions probably never heard of Port Chester, much less ever visited unless on their way to a fundraiser…or go to restaurants where you can eat inside…Rye City, Rye Brook or even…. Greenwich, CT.

Someone has to get to Governor Andrew Cuomo and have him understand what is going on in Port Chester.

How long can this go on?

My suggestion is that every Port Chester resident should telephone the Governor’s office at 518-474-8390.

I guarantee if enough people, especially Port Chester democrats, contact all of the village’s state politicians, the right people will listen and Port Chester restaurants will be opened for indoor dinning.

No politician wants to be known as a “do nothing” when times get rough.

Port Chester resturants can operate safely, following the same CDC guidelines that Greenwich, Rye Book And the City of Rye are following

What a New Year’s gift this would be for Port Chester Restaurants finally open for Indoor dining like all of the restaurants in Westchester County.

PORT CHESTER: Walker & Dunlop, Inc. announced today that it has completed the $32,250,000 sale of The Mariner, a Class A apartment community located along the Byram River and Port Chester’s Riverwalk Promenade in Port Chester, New York.

The property opened in 2012 following the neighborhood’s comprehensive redevelopment, which rapidly transformed the streetscape into a destination for retail, entertainment, and living. Originally planned as a condominium, the LEED Silver Certified property comprises 100 spacious units and features a best-in-class amenity package.

Walker & Dunlop’s team was led by Managing Directors Thomas Walsh and Joseph Garibaldi. The team represented the seller, institutional investors advised by J.P. Morgan Asset Management, serving as broker and advisor for the disposition. 

Mr. Walsh stated, “Institutionally developed, owned, and maintained, The Mariner is considered one of Westchester County’s premier residential assets. This sale represented a very rare opportunity to acquire an institutional caliber boutique luxury residential asset in one of the nation’s highest barriers to entry metropolitan areas, and we were pleased to play a part in the transaction.”

Situated in the heart of downtown Port Chester, The Mariner is within walking distance of Port Chester’s Metro-North Train Station, providing direct access to midtown Manhattan and to Stamford, Connecticut. Premium community amenities include a fitness studio, social lounge, concierge service, and a landscaped roof overlooking downtown Port Chester with sweeping views of the Long Island Sound and Port Chester’s active recreational marina. The condominium-grade units average over 1,000 square feet and feature premium fixtures and finishes, including high ceilings, hardwood floors, and quartz countertops.

Walker & Dunlop is a leader in the multifamily property sales space and continues to expand its capabilities and reach across the United States. The company has more than doubled the size of its property sales team since the end of 2018 and has added new offices in Austin, Chicago, Columbus, Los Angeles, the New York Metropolitan area, Philadelphia, Portland, and San Diego. Walker & Dunlop is focused on growing this platform to complement its national mortgage banking footprint. To learn more about our property sales capabilities, visit our website.

About Walker & Dunlop
Walker & Dunlop (NYSE: WD), headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, is one of the largest commercial real estate finance companies in the United States. The company provides a comprehensive range of capital solutions for all commercial real estate asset classes, as well as investment sales brokerage services to owners of multifamily properties. Walker & Dunlop is included on the S&P SmallCap 600 Index and was ranked as one of FORTUNE Magazine’s Fastest Growing Companies in 2014, 2017, and 2018. Walker & Dunlop’s 900+ professionals in 40 offices across the nation have an unyielding commitment to client satisfaction.

About J.P. Morgan Global Alternatives
J.P. Morgan Global Alternatives is the alternative investment arm of J.P. Morgan Asset Management. With more than 50 years as an alternatives investment manager, $145 billion in assets under management and more than 600 professionals (as of June 30, 2020), we offer strategies across the alternative investment spectrum including real estate, private equity and credit, infrastructure, transportation, liquid alternatives, and hedge funds. Operating from offices throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific, our 15 independent alternative investment engines combine specialist knowledge and singular focus with the global reach, vast resources and powerful infrastructure of J.P. Morgan to help meet each client’s specific objectives. For more information: jpmorganassetmanagement.com.

SOURCE Walker & Dunlop, Inc.

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