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• Moving in the right • Invite to Take
direction
‘The Challenge’
• New Workplace
• Getting From
Program
There to Here
• ‘Best Of’ Chosen at
the Taste
• And Much More!
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BUSINESS
OUTLOOK
WHAT’S INSIDE:
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Moving in the Right Direction
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NEWS FLASH: Fairfield County
Transportation Problems Solved
7
CT Employers, Commuters Asked
to Take the ‘Challenge’
8
Connecticut’s economic future depends
on a world-class transportation system
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Stamford Chamber Participates in
New Workplace, Inc. Program
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Greenwich Chamber Transportation
CCM on Transportatio
A 21st Century Symposium on Globalization:
A Partnership Between Academia and Business
Municipal Law
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Mark P. Santagata
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Richard S. Fisher
Ronald E. Kowalski, II
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Judith Ellenthal
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Transportation Strategy Board Remains Focused
Getting from There to Here
Company Recognition
“Best of” at 13th Annual Taste of Stamford
Members Making News
Mill River Playground
Community Corner
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John Condlin, President, Stamford Chamber of Commerce
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STAMFORD
BUSINESS OUTLOOK
Transportation:
Is there no resolution in sight?
Transportation is by far the biggest challenge and the biggest threat that the State of Connecticut
faces in the foreseeable future.
The Stamford Chamber has been advocating the transportation problems in southwestern
Connecticut for the past several years. Three years ago it did a survey of the businesses and residents
of the greater Stamford area. As a result of the findings, and further supported by the State DOT, it
became clearly evident that southwestern Connecticut faces two major issues related to transportation: commuters and non-commuters. Both of these segments will continue to impact not only
Stamford’s growth, but the growth of Connecticut and that of New England.
A MESSAGE FROM
THE PRESIDENT OF THE
STAMFORD CHAMBER
Resolutions to these two problems are as different as night and day and will require different
efforts. Improvements to one and not the other will not resolve the transportation problems for the
non-commuters or the commuters. They have to have equal weight in the resolution.
Commuters are utilizing Interstate 95 and the Merritt Parkway as their principle means of traveling to and from work. Non-commuters are also using these same roads as the primary arteries
between New England and areas west and southwest of New York. The roads do not have the capacity
to handle the volume of traffic.
To address the commuter audience, transportation improvements will require a large capital investment in our mass transit system such as additional busses, additional bus routes, increased capacity at
the parking facility at each train station, additional cars on the trains and additional trains.
The non-commuter issue has only one resolution and that is to increase the capacity of I-95. It is
not a popular solution, but it is the one and only solution that will truly solve the problem. The operational exit lanes are a step in the right direction, but total resolution calls for an increase in capacity.
This year’s legislation will include a tremendous amount of discussion and focus on transportation. Governor Rell has included sizable dollars in the budget to help continue the fix to our transportation infrastructure. There is a House version that is being led by Speaker Jim Amen which calls
for putting major dollars in this year’s budget to help the Transportation Strategy Board implement
their recommendations.
The good news is the state has finally figured out that the 30 plus years of transportation problems in the southwestern portion of the state have been impacting the entire state’s economy. The
bad news is it will take three to five years just to get things moving and to see tangible evidence of
improvements.
When we have lost so much ground in transportation over the past 30 plus years, one has to
celebrate these small victories. Things are moving forward in Connecticut when it comes to transportation. “Keep CT Moving.”
John P. Condlin
President and CEO
Stamford Chamber of Commerce
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CCM on Transportation
Moving in the Right Direction
G I A N -C A R L C A S A , D I R E C T O R
D O N S H U B E R T, K E E P CT M O V I N G
Six years after the Gallis
Report warned that
Connecticut’s failing
transportation system
would stall economic growth, and three years after
the Transportation Strategy Board Report called
for over $6 billion of transportation improvements,
Connecticut’s outdated and deteriorating transportation system is threatening our economy and quality
of life.
The problem is real. Connecticut’s congested
roads, inadequate mass transit, and antiquated
freight delivery systems all make it harder live in,
and do business in, the state.
That’s why Keep CT Moving was formed.
Keep CT Moving is a coalition of associations,
chambers of commerce, and industry organizations
that is concerned about fixing Connecticut’s transportation system. It is confronting the reality that
our inadequate transportation system is a detriment to the state economy.
Keep CT Moving has conducted research and
talked with groups across the state. It has learned
that travelers and businesses in Connecticut are
frustrated with the state of the transportation sys-
tem they rely on every day. As a result, the coalition is committed to ensuring transportation issues
stay at the forefront of public debate during this
legislative and gubernatorial election year.
Keep CT Moving has launched a multi media
advertising campaign and a website: www.keepctmoving.com to show support for new spending on
Connecticut’s transportation system. These efforts
are working with other public relations activities to
show elected leaders that people and the business
community support a fully funded plan that will pay
for much needed transportation improvements.
Keep CT Moving encourages you to join the
effort to regain Connecticut’s competitive edge and
improve our quality of life. Contact the governor,
legislators, and candidates for public office. Tell
them that an expanding economy creates jobs, but
expansion is unlikely if Connecticut’s transportation
system is seen as a deterrent to growth. Tell them
that a reliable transportation system is one of the
most important factors used to determine whether
to expand or open a business, and that our quality
of life depends on efficient and safe transportation
choices.
Tell our leaders to Keep CT Moving.
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It may seem odd to some that
Connecticut’s town and city officials have been at the forefront
of efforts to improve our state’s
transportation system. Last year
the Connecticut Conference
of Municipalities organized a
“Transportation
Investment
Coalition” comprising environmentalists, business groups,
commuters and others. This year
the Coalition is again pushing
for significant
transportation
investment.
Why
would
CCM, known
for asking for
property tax
and state-mandate relief, be
leading efforts
to invest in
transportation
infrastructure?
It’s
relatively simple: a
weak economy
would hurt every community
in our state. Municipal grand
lists would stagnate. The quality
of public education and other
vital local services would suffer.
Property taxes would rise.
In 2003, the Transportation
Strategy Board (TSB) reported
that there is a statewide need
for at least $5 billion in transportation projects in order for
Connecticut to have an adequate
transportation system.
Local officials recognize the
priority need to address the
acute congestion problems in
lower Fairfield County. That
region is the key to the economic health of all of Connecticut.
If people and goods cannot
come into our state from New
York, we may indeed become
the “economic cul-de-sac” predicted by Michael Gallis in his
1999 report for the Connecticut
Institute for the 21st Century.
Municipal leaders appreciate the
work done by Governor Rell
and the General Assembly last
year to improve mass transit in
Southwest Connecticut.
But there are needs in
other parts of the state as well.
Southeastern Connecticut has
also been overrun by traffic
woes, particularly due to the success of the casinos and tourism
industry. The highways around
Greater Hartford and between
Waterbury and
the New York
border
are
often
multilane parking
lots. An envisioned rail system between
New
Haven
and Springfield
can spur economic growth
throughout the
central corridor
Gian-Carl Casa of our state.
State leaders are responding to this need:
Governor Rell proposed funding
several of these proposals in
her budget address in February.
Senate President Pro Tempore
Williams put forward a proposal
dealing with transit, freight rail
and ports. House Speaker Jim
Amann has offered the most
comprehensive proposal, which
would implement the upgrades
and reforms recommended by
the TSB.
The proposals all recognize,
to different degrees, that failure
to take a statewide approach
may seriously jeopardize the
future economic health of the
entire state.
Municipal officials will continue to work with them, business leaders and other interested
groups to invest in transportation and protect the economic
well-being of the whole state.
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is a hometown issue.
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A 21st Century Symposium on Globalization:
Fairfield County
Transportation Problems Solved
A Partnership Between Academia and Business
President, Greater Norwalk Chamber of Commerce
C O M M E N TA R Y B Y E D M U S A N T E
D R . M I C H A E L E G O , U C O N N S TA M F O R D
The University of Connecticut Center for
Globalization and Commerce, a collaboration with
the Stamford Chamber of Commerce, will be hosting “A 21st Century Symposium on Globalization:
A Partnership Between Academia and Business,” on
Monday, April 10, at the UConn Stamford Campus
in the Gen Re Auditorium. The event will begin with
registration at 12:30 p.m., and the formal program
starts at 1:00 p.m. The symposium will conclude
with a reception at 5:30 p.m.
The symposium will bring together scholars from
the Storrs and Stamford campuses of the University
of Connecticut, and business and corporate leaders from Fairfield
County to engage
in
discussion
and
dialogue
about the impact
of globalization
on
commerce
and
economic
development.
The symposium will begin
with a keynote
Michael Ego
speech by Dr.
Curt Hunter, Dean, UConn School of Business.
There will be three themes that will be addressed
during the research symposium, and the moderators
and panelists include:
Globalization and Science and Technology
Moderator: Paul Edelberg, Murtha Cullina LLP;
Panelists: Richard Langlois, Professor of Economics,
and Charles Yarish, Professor of Ecology and
Evolutionary Biology; Jason Liu, General Network
Services, and speaker, representing Pitney Bowes.
Globalization and Human Capital
Moderator: Boris Bravo-Ureta, Executive Director of
International Affairs and Professor of Agricultural
and Resource Economics
Panelists: Subhash Jain, Director of CIBER and
Professor of Marketing, and William Alpert, Associate
Professor of Economics; Jennifer Buchholz, GE
Consumer Finance, and Ashok Vasudevan, Preferred
Brands International
Globalization and Cultural Diversity
Moderator: Eileen Heaphy, Executive Director,
World Affairs Forum
Panelists: Samuel Martinez, Associate Professor of
Anthropology, and Kathleen Dechant, Associate
Professor in Residence of Management; David Lobo,
GE Consumer Finance, and Rich Kuslan, AsiaWide
There will be a pre-registration fee of $25.00,
paid prior to April 7, and $30.00 at the door.
For information and registration, please see
www.stamfordchamber.com and www.stamford.
uconn.edu.
Do you remember the old adage about the weather, “Everyone talks
about it, but no one ever does anything about it?” Haven’t we felt the
same way about the transportation woes around this state and, most
particularly, in Fairfield County?
For over twenty years, people
have complained about their journey to work along the highways
and
byways
of
Fairfield
County.
For
more than ten
years, rail commuters
have
offered similar concerns
regarding outdated transit
facilities, cold
and smelly rail
cars and the
oftentimes poor
service these
conditions
bring.
In actuality, a lot has happened
in terms of raising awareness to
the economic problems that a
poor transportation system can
bring to an area and, in this case,
to an entire state. But awareness is
a no-brainer. How much more evidence was needed? Connecticut
has lagged the rest of the nation
in
recovering from the
last economic
recession and
has been near
the bottom of
the list in new
job production. For several years, legislative leaders
failed to heed
the warnings
from the business community as to the
Ed Musante
real impacts
that our transportation system or
lack thereof has had on its ability
to expand operations in place.
Now it seems that each political entity at our state capitol is
trying to outdo the other by out-
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bidding each other in allocating
dollars to solve the transportation
problems. You’ll get no argument
from this corner if the highest
bidder wins. But where will all of
this money go? You would think
that the problems of Fairfield
County are all solved as the focus
has turned to I-91 and the New
Haven to Springfield rail corridor.
But, as of this writing, not one
new rail car has been placed in
service on the Metro North line
and people still sit and sit and sit
on I-95 every workday morning
and afternoon.
Okay, our legislators will
remind me that new rail cars
are on order and that our state
DOT has plans to fix the colossal
mess between exits 16 and 14 in
Norwalk. But these are situations
that should have been addressed
seven and ten years ago! It’s time
to fully implement the good work
of the Transportation Strategy
Board by funding its recommendations and awarding contracts.
Additionally, we need recognition that I-95 is the gateway to
Connecticut and New England
and, in order to move goods
around this state, it needs a major
boost in safety improvements and
capacity.
Talk is cheap—we need more
action in Fairfield County and we
need it now or continue to pay the
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“Allow plenty of time to get there.” In the business
world, that is a phrase from the past and has no place in
the new global economy where efficiency and rapid collaboration are competitive necessities. But its common use
in Connecticut, especially along the I-95 corridor, is an
ominous signal for Connecticut’s economic future.
Business people in Fairfield County are used to getting phone calls from people telling them they are “running late” due to highway traffic. In fact,
some executives we’ve spoken with actually schedule an extra half hour into their
meetings for these traffic delays. Again,
that is no way to compete in a 21st-century
global economy.
Connecticut’s ability to thrive and create jobs is increasingly being threatened by
its inability to move people and products
through the state easily and reliably.
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Greenwich Chamber Transportation
M A R Y A N N M O R R I S O N , P R E S I D E N T & CEO
Ninety-two percent of the Fairfield County business leaders have identified transportation as the major issue affecting their businesses, according to the 2005
Fairfield County Business Survey, and they believe that a first-class transportation infrastructure is very important to Connecticut’s overall economic growth.
The Connecticut Business
& Industry Association
(CBIA) also believes that
a first-class transportation
Mary Ann Morrison infrastructure will enable
Connecticut to flourish in the 21st century by connecting
to regional, national and international trade routes. Their
2006 legislative agenda identifies transportation among
the top three issues affecting the state’s economic future,
but it is not their number one issue.
The good news is that transportation has become a
major state issue. Both political parties have acknowledged
the importance of addressing the state’s transportation
infrastructure to ensure Connecticut’s economic future
and for building jobs for the 21st century.
Republican Governor M. Jodi Rell has proposed an
additional $344 million, which is in addition to the $1.3
billion that was approved in 2005. Included in her recent
proposal are $146 million for a New Haven to Springfield,
MA, commuter rail service, $52 million for a New Britain
to Hartford busway and $45 million for improvements on
the New Canaan, Danbury, and Waterbury branch lines
of Metro-North. These projects are expected to generate
another $300 million in federal transportation spending.
The General Assembly’s Democratic leaders have
released their economic plan, titled, “Connecticut Jobs
for the 21st Century: An Economic Development Plan for
Connecticut’s Future.” It calls for unlocking the transportation gridlock through various initiatives. Their bill, No.
5715, supports the Transportation Strategy Board’s (TSB)
recommendations calling for an additional $5 billion in
transportation spending over the next ten years.
The proposals that are before this year’s General
Assembly primarily focus on transportation issues outside
lower Fairfield County. However, House Bill 5715 will
fund no fewer than two thousand new seats on the Metro
North-New Haven Line.
The unanswered question is how will we pay for
improving our transportation infrastructure? In addition
to new or additional taxes, reinstating tolls in Connecticut
has been brought up many times before and opposed by
those who remember the terrible accident at the Stratford
toll booth that caused several lives. Fortunately, electronic
tolling increases safety and reduces traffic congestion at
toll booths.
As a region, we must recognize that we may not always
get everything that we would like when the ‘transportation pie’ is divided, but this region’s business leaders have
been instrumental in bringing the issue to the forefront
statewide. It is now up to all of us to work closely with
our legislators to ensure that our unmet needs remain a
concern for those calling for improved economic vitality
throughout the Connecticut.
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Employers and Job Seekers
Jack Condlin, Stamford
Chamber announced recently that The Stamford Chamber
of Commerce will be the first
Chamber of Commerce in
Southwest Connecticut participating in a program designed to
more efficiently link local employers and job seekers. The HomeTown.US program is being implemented through The WorkPlace,
Inc., Southwestern Connecticut’s
Regional Workforce Development
Board, at their CTWorks locations in Bridgeport, and eventually in Stamford and Derby,
CT and on the mobile Career
Coach. GettingHired™, based in
Bedminster, NJ, along with the
National Association of Workforce
Boards (www.NAWB.org) developed the Home-Town.US (www.
home-town.us) program to
address the needs of the employer
by providing advanced screening methods and unique tools to
match qualified job candidates
with open employer positions.
Home-Town’s RightMatch™
Assessment offering matches a job candidate’s behavioral
and cognitive profile against an
employer’s specific job classification in order to maximize job fit.
RightMatch™ Daily Notification
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qualified candidates in rank order
of fit via email. Another unique
tool employed by Home-Town.
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an exclusive perspective of the
job candidate’s chemistry, oral
presentation skills, and personality—items that can’t be found
on a traditional resume or cover
letter. Finally, employers are provided with the ability to produce
an Employer Branding Video to
“sell” their organization to the job
seeker who may not otherwise be
aware of all aspects of the firm’s
attractiveness.
Home-Town.US addresses
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and cover letter building. It provides career guidance for the job
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According to Jack Condlin,
President of the Stamford Chamber
of Commerce, “Workforce development continues to be a priority
for our community and this program represents a great opportunity to bring a new and better
service to our area.” Chamber
members and other employers
can find out further information
about the program by accessing
(www.home-town.us). A series of
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STAMFORD
Transportation Strategy Board
Remains Focused
K E V I N K E L L E H E R, CH A I R M A N
Governor Rell’s 2005 transportation initiative, as approved by the
General Assembly symbolized a turning point in addressing the needs
toward achieving our broader and longer-term transportation strategy.
Since being appointed chair- in electronic tolling technology.
man of the TSB, I have invested Further, I would encourage examsignificant time to meet with gov- ination of federal options in tolling
ernmental and business leaders, on interstate routes, to include the
customers and other transporta- careful review of benchmarking
tion stakeholders to discuss our studies in states where such stratestate’s transportation and economic gic vehicles have been employed.
development issues. These conver- Lastly, I would respectfully recsations affirmed my outlook that ommend that any investment
we have started down the road to or funding which is designed to
strengthen, enhance and provide address our transportation needs,
for sustainable economic growth to implement our state’s strategy, be
and a premier quality of life. These securely dedicated to that. In other
discussions also prowords, every posvided one conclusible step should be
sion—there is still
taken to identify the
much to be done.
sources of revenue
This year’s transthat will constitute
portation initiatives
the State’s Special
boldly address this
Tr a n s p or t a t io n
need to do more.
Fund (the “STF”)
The
components
and to insulate such
of these initiatives
revenue from the
include the advanceebbing and flowing
ment of anti-gridof the demands on
Kevin Kelleher the State’s operating
lock projects as well
as a major investment to improve budget. Such insulation will proour mass transportation system.
vide the Connecticut Department
I would, however, respectfully of Transportation with the presuggest that there is no greater dictability it needs to plan and
single impediment that confronts execute maintenance and expanthe needed investment in our sion projects expeditiously and
transportation system then that cost-effectively. Such predictabilof funding. Over the last three ity and insulation will also create
years the Board has committed its the confidence demanded by the
efforts to examining, reexamin- business and commuter publics
ing and addressing the financing that the taxes and fees that they
options needed to fund the actions pay to produce the STF revenue
specified in the Board’s strategy are being invested in the State’s
as well as the “good repair short- transportation infrastructure.
fall” identified by the ConnDOT.
As a resident and employer
These activities have involved all in the Danbury region, I have a
our state’s stakeholders and have vested interest in the successful
recognized the limits of the motor implementation of a transportafuels taxes to generate the revenue tion initiative that generates econeeded to maintain and invest nomic opportunity and improves
in our transportation infrastruc- our quality of life. As chairman
ture. To this end, I would strongly of the TSB I have confidence that
encourage close examination of the the 2006 transportation initiative
impact of SAFTEA-LU on relaxing would strengthen and expand the
federal restrictions on congestion State’s transportation system to
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pricing and tolling initiatives, as enhance prospects for the successwell as the rapid advances made ful realization of both.
BUSINESS
OUTLOOK
Getting from There to Here
R O B E R T M . K A R P, C H A I R M A N
Stamford Chamber of Commerce Transportation Committee
Forty years ago, Connecticut’s highways were hailed as the best in New England; its trains comfortable
and on time. A twenty minute drive from Fairfield to Stamford was the expected rush hour commute, and
getting a seat on the train was just as certain. Today that same drive can take an hour, and finding an
available place to sit on Metro North is no slam dunk.
Long-standing neglect of our transportation
infrastructure is clearly evident by our broken
trains and over-crowded highways. On average up
to 30% of Metro North’s rolling stock is sidelined
for repairs; and I-95, clogged with traffic 300%
beyond its design capacity, is an icon of highway
gridlock. Against this backdrop, last year’s passage
of $1.3 billion to address our transportation shortcomings was a welcome start, though insufficient.
More than half, earmarked for 342 new rail cars,
will replace but not expand Metro North’s aging
fleet now on life support. Likewise, the $187 million targeted for selected highway improvements
will ease congestion, in spots, but not grow new
capacity. Much more needs to be done.
Unless the state embraces a long-term, comprehensive transportation program and commits
serious dollars to it, this region risks becoming an economic, stop-and-crawl drive-thru, as
commerce and jobs move to more hospitable
locales. Essentially, Connecticut needs to adopt a
Master Plan for Transportation which would: identify transportation projects for near and long term
timelines; target regions (such as lower Fairfield
County) whose overburdened transportation networks are threatening economic growth; and create
a $10 billion, 10-year transportation superfund,
thus securing a dedicated revenue source for master
plan initiatives.
Moving in that direction are various transportation bills in the $5 billion range proposed in this
year’s legislative session. At that funding level,
the state can begin to remedy its dysfunctional
transportation systems. It also has the potential
to jump-start expanded rail, bus, highway, barge,
ferry and airborne initiatives recommended by the
state’s Transportation Strategy Board.
For its part, The Stamford Chamber of Commerce
is galvanizing support for I-95 expansion between
Greenwich and New Haven. Strategies to upgrade
its infrastructure should begin now, rather than
shelving them as the “third rail” in transportation
politics. To delay is to do so at our economic peril.
At stake is this region’s viability as a business generator in Connecticut’s transportation/economic
game plan. Hopefully, that message is gaining traction in Hartford where the transportation agenda
needs to shift into high gear.
Company Recognition
Companies who are committed
to Stamford’s Business Community
A & S Apartment Rentals
Abdou Soliman, President
60 Strawberry Hill Ave.
Stamford 06902
(203) 359-9855/Fax: (203) 363-0236
asrentals@aol.com
Apartments
Eric Lotstein, Owner
1127 High Ridge Rd.
Stamford 06905
(203) 329-7955/Fax: (203) 322-975
www.aladdinwash.com
aladdinservices@optonline.net
Home Improvements
Agabhumi-The Best of Bali
All types of commercial and residential Power Washing and Painting
with an emphasis on SERVICE.
Michael Kirshbaum, President
American Diabetes Association
22 Magee Ave., Stamford 06902
(203) 325-2274/Fax: (203) 325-3755
www.agabhumi.com
michael@agabhumi.com
Retail Gift Shop
Offers an exotic selection of clothing
jewelry handbags, sandals and gifts
for the home - and much more.
Aladdin Services, LLC
Diane T. Creed, Area Director
1722 Bucks Hill Rd.
Southbury 0648
(203) 264-1920/Fax: (203) 264-1873
dcreed@diabetes.org
Health
Law Offices of
Gregory G. Andriunas, LLC
Gregory G. Andriunas, President
1200 Summer St., Stamford 06905
(203) 356-0404/Fax: (203) 961-8290
www.titlesearchnet.com
ggalaw@aol.com
Law Firm • Legal Services in areas of
Real Estate, Wills and Probate Matters.
Arena at Harbor Yard
Laura Giammattei, Director of Marketing
600 Main St., Bridgeport 06604
(203) 345-2303/Fax: (203) 333-8811
www.arenaatharboryard.com
lgiammattei@arenaatharboryard.com
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140 world class events each year,
including top-name concerts, touring
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“Best of” at
th
13 Annual Taste
of Stamford
Best Tasting: Greg
Perna, general manager and Beth Hale,
sales and marketing manger (center)
from Morton’s—The
Steakhouse accept
the award for Best
Tasting from Joyce
Mazur, (l) UBS and
chairperson of the
Taste of Stamford
and Jack Condlin,
president and CEO,
Stamford Chamber
at the 13th Annual
Taste of Stamford.
Best Display: David Cingari, owner
and Melissa DeSousa, general manager
(center) of David’s Soundview Catering
accept the award for Best Display from
Joyce Mazur, (l) UBS and chairperson of
the Taste of Stamford and Jack Condlin,
president and CEO, Stamford Chamber at
the 13th Annual Taste of Stamford.
Photo: Dan Tual, Photographic Memories
Photo: Dan Tual, Photographic Memories
BUSINESS LUNCHES
S
ammy Settembre, owner of
Sabatiello's has created a
restaurant with the sophisticated relaxed feeling of
Manhattan in downtown
Stamford. Coming up on its
first year anniversary people are
responding favorably to the
chance to enjoy wonderful
Italian food and substantial
cocktails in the restaurant's
beautiful dark wood and rich
toned rooms followed by music
and dancing.
There are many options to
choose from when visiting
Sabatiello's. The cozy downstairs room with its relaxing
waterfall and al fresco dining
lend themselves to enjoying the
active street scene that has made
Bedford Street a lively venue.
The Town Square Room
offers panoramic windows that
allow for beautiful views of
downtown Stamford. This is the
ideal spot to watch as the sun
sets and the evening lights cast a
glow on the street. Think ahead.
What could be better than having a cozy dinner here during
the winter with the holiday
lights all aglow? Dining on a
soothing pasta, tender veal dish
or fresh seafood will make this a
memorable occasion.
This room also includes a
dance floor and Baby Grand
Piano. If you want to make an
evening of it come by on a
Friday or Saturday night and be
prepared to enjoy the lively DJ
and the revue of seventies and
eighties music starting around
9:30. Around 10:30 things kick
up a notch and you can dance
the night away.
An evening of music and
dancing, no cover charge and a
dining room that has been
favorably reviewed by Zagat's
makes for a special evening. So
special, in fact that Sammy said
that two proposals have already
taken place in this lovely,
romantic spot.
If you are planning a corporate function or a private party
the compact Tuscany Room will
be ideal. Larger groups including weddings will appreciate the
amenities available in the
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Members Making News
Welcome New Members
Appointments & New Positions
Stamford Hospital announced the following
appointments. Dr. Robert Babkowski was appointed
chair of the department of pathology. Dr. Donald
Lombino was appointed chair of the department of
emergency medicine.
Leslie P. Sexer was appointed director of clinical
and outreach services at Family Centers, a human
services agency.
ARC Greenwich, a provider of program and services to individuals with special needs announced the
following appointments. Sharon Dirac was appointed
director of human resource. Amy Samalin was promoted to director of the adult services division. Jennifer
Slaybaugh was promoted to a residential director.
Tearsha Askew was promoted to a residential director.
Real Estate
Seth G. Weinstein, principal of Hannah Real Estate
Investors, the Stamford based real estate development
and investment company, announced plans for his latest collaborative project, East Side Commons. Located
at the corner of East Main Street and Glenbrook Road,
East Side Commons will convert the 1.9-acre site of a
Chrysler automobile dealership and service facility into
a complex of 112 luxury residential units integrated
with a ground-level 15,000 square foot commercial/
retail space. A Community Retail Module will comprise
10,000 square feet and a Bank Module with drivethrough will encompass 5,000 square feet. East Side
Commons will continue the dramatic re-vitalization of
the neighborhood, extending the transformation that
the developers have begun with Glen View House further to the east on the Main Street corridor.
A Z Carpet
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Mohammed Sabir, President
1134 East Main Street
Stamford, CT 06902
(203) 356-1256/(203) 487-0275
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msabir@conversent.net
Dr. Jackie Schiff
22 White Birch Lane, Stamford 06905
(203) 322-9639/Fax: (203) 322-9639
sjschiff@aol.com
Carpeting/Floor Covering
Psychologists
Jose R. Rodriguez, Owner
Dr. Jackie Schiff, is a licensed Clinical Psychologist. She specializes in
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chronic pain, Lymes, prepare for
surgery and heal faster.
Restaurants
J & E Process Services, Inc.
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Ellen Eakley, President
Cafe Madrid
25 Atlantic Street
Stamford, CT 06901
(203) 487-0693/(203) 487-0695
Henry DelAngelo,Independent Affiliate
67 Walbin Court, Fairfield 06824
(203) 259-2922
www.helloworld.com/henry
hdelangelo@helloworld.com
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G. Tracy LaPorta, CPA
Tracy LaPorta, CPA
237 W. Norwalk Rd.
Norwalk, CT06850
(203) 434-8686/(203) 831-9231
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Accounting & Tax Services
GPS For Management
Wilder Baker
East Side Commons
Anniversary
Bruce T. Moore Sr., president of Eastern Land
Management, is proud to announce his company’s
30th year in business. Eastern Land Management, Inc.
provides landscape and exterior site management services to commercial and distinctive residential property owners/managers in the Fairfield and Westchester
County areas.
99 Nearwater Lane,
Darien, CT 06820
(203) 656-0015/(203) 656-0015
www.gps4management.com
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Business Coach • A former CEO and
current professor, I help small companies grow through clear strategies,
competitive differentiation, targeted
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Interlaken Inn
Laura Vhay, Group & Incentive Sales Manager
74 Interlaken Road
Lakeville, CT 06039
(203) 759-7590/(203) 759-7622
www.interlakeinn.com
laura@interlakeninn.com
Resort Hotel • CT’s mountain retreat.
Company Recognition,
family shows, and regional sporting
events.
Bassett Furniture Direct NE
John Mercado, Managing Design Director
(203) 356-1600/Fax: (203) 356-9400
www.bassettne.com
lmercado@bassettne.com
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Better Women’s Health
Carol W. Watt, Principal
94 Saddle Hill Rd., Stamford 06903
(203) 943-2590/Fax: (203) 968-8250
www.betterwomenshealth.com
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Health & Fitness
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Kelly Services
Lisa Sands, District Manager
The Breakthrough Center
David Weltman, Director
1150 Summer Street, Suite 2C
Stamford, CT 06901
(203) 602-0501/(203) 602-0571
www.cfahypnosis.com
dweltman@cfahypnosis.com
Hypnotherapy • Stress, weight, smoking, anxiety, phobias, insomnia,
pain, job performance, sports,
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much more. Doctor recommended.
The Cove Restaurant
Danny Velasquez
864 Cove Road, Stamford, CT 06902
(203) 323-1059/(203) 353-8984
danny_v418@hotmail.com
Restaurants
300 Atlantic St., Ste. 110
Stamford, CT 06901
(203) 324-2211/(203) 324-6304
www.kellyservices.com
lisa_sands@kellyservices.com
Employment Agencies • Kelly Services
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The Millwork Group
Mary Jane Forsythe
980 Post Road, Darien, CT 06820
(203) 655-7566/(203) 655-9399
www.eatuppercrust.com
uppercrustdeli@optonline.net
Bakery/Deli • We are “Much More than
a Bagel Store.” We have Boars Head
deli, Panini Grill sandwiches and
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Professional Make-Up Artist
104A West Main Street
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Personal Beauty & Health Services
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Darren C. Beurer, Owner
22 Hubbard Court
Stamford, CT 06902
(203) 542-0654/(203) 542-0655
www.themillworkgroup.com
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Millwork • Specialize in custom cabinetry, millwork, built-ins, working
hand in hand with architects, builders and designers.
Upper Crust Bagel & Deli
Anthony LoParco, Owner
William Raveis
James Sessa, Realtor
Spot On Networks
20 Austin Ave., Stamford, CT 06905
(203) 273-2379/(203) 353-9935
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Melissa Caldwell, Director of Marketing
Real Estate
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Carey Worldwide
Chauffeured Services
Steven Sanzone, Director of National Sales
76 Progress Drive, Stamford 06902
(203) 541-2019/Fax: (203) 541-2022
www.ecarey.com
steven.sanzone@ecarey.com
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cities in 75 countries. Chauffered
transportation services. Driving Success, Delivering Experience.
Colonial Properties
35 McDougal Drive
North White Plains, NY 10603
(914) 328-1069/ (914) 328-4999
www.jeprocess.com
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Legal Services • J&E Process Services,
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well as court retrieval and filings, skip
tracing and database investigations.
55 Church Street
New Haven, CT 06510
(203) 523-5204/(203) 773-1947
www.spotonnetworks.com
drobinson@spotonnetworks.com
Internet • High speed wireless internet
access company.
Jennifer Fine
3455 Old Town Rd.,
Bridgeport 06606
(203) 322-4466/Fax:(203) 322-4980
www.colonialproperties.com
jjfinect@yahoo.com
Real Estate
A residential Real Estate firm dealing
with all of Fairfield County.
Comfort Keepers
Dennis H. Patouhas, Owner
17 Hernovue Rd., Greenwich 06831
(203) 629-5029/Fax: (203) 622-8182
www.comfortkeepers.com
greenwich@comfortkeepers.com
In-Home Care
Enabling people to remain safe &
independent at home. Providing
quality of life service that assist with
tasks of daily living.
CT Chiropractic Neurology Center
Mary Von Ohlen, Director of Community
Relations
870 Post Rd., Darien 06820
4/6/06 8:59:18 AM
Mill River Playground
“Imagine building a project with your own hands, working with your community to make it
happen. Your community dreams and imagination culminate in a design that is unique and
one-of-a-kind. Community-built projects, just like kids, come in all shapes and sizes.”
– Leathers Associates, the playground designers
We will build this playground come rain or
shine. The site work has started. Materials are
being ordered. Come join your neighbors and the
employees of organizations like GE, UBS, Phillips,
Pitney Bowes, United Technologies, the City and
The Advocate and make new friends at Mill River
Playground.
Mill River Playground is the second of many
major new improvements coming to Mill River Park.
The playground will be built in May by hundreds
of Stamford volunteers working in a barn raising
fashion over seven days. We seek volunteers, donations and contributions of materials, food and the
loan of tools.
Mill River Playground has been designed by
Leathers & Associates, which exclusively designs
playgrounds that are totally custom built and constructed by community volunteers. The company
designs and supervises construction of 80 playgrounds a year nationwide and overseas. Leathers
designed the very popular Compo Beach playground
in Westport, and has been retained to upgrade it
with a new design.
The Community Build is intended to build community by bringing together residents, companies
and employees from throughout Stamford to build a
playground designed in collaboration with elementary school children. Children at Hart Magnet and
Stillmeadow Schools worked with the designer to
design Mill River Playground last October. The
Help Us Build
Mill River Playground!
theme of the playground is the habitat of Mill
River. It will include river wildlife houses that
depict animals in their habitat and ceramic
Join hundreds of volunteers to erect the exciting new
tiles designed by kids that show the river
wildlife and environment.
play environment designed by the children of Stamford.
On May 15th to 21st 150 to 200
people will be on the site at any
given time measuring, sawing, drilling and erecting what will be one
of the most exciting playgrounds in
the Stamford area. Volunteers include
We’ll build it over 7 days, 3 shifts a day
parents, civic organizations, neighborhood residents, skilled trades
people, and employees of companies
(Monday to Sunday)
like GE, UBS, Phillips and others.
Organizations from throughout the
area are contributing in various ways
Skilled or unskilled
including The Advocate, the Boys
Man or woman
& Girls Club, Stamford Rotary and
Just be willing to pitch in and have some fun
many, many others.
A contribution to the Mill River
• Don’t have to know carpentry. We’ll show you.
Collaborative, Inc., a 501c3 non-prof• Don’t have to have tools
it, is tax deductible.
It’s a Barn Raising!
May 15 - 21
You can visit the Mill River Park website at www.millriver.info. You can visit
the playground website at www.millriverplayground.com, where you can register
to help. Or email your contact info to
Marilyn, mmelfi@ci.stamford.ct.us.
• We’ll supply childcare that’s fun & engaging
• We’ll feed you
Sign up at: www.millriverplayground.com
Or email your contact info to mmelfi@ci.stamford.ct.us
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4/6/06 8:59:19 AM
Community Corner
Stamford Theatre Works
Mayor’s Gallery
Stamford Theatre Works presents A
PICASSO by Jeffrey Hatcher, Directed
by Steve Karp. April 26 - May 14, 2006
Paris, 1941. The Nazis have occupied France
and Pablo Picasso has been
arrested. He is interrogated
by a beautiful German agent
whose duty to persuade
Picasso to denounce his
own work is compromised
by a secret admiration of
Picasso’s paintings and a
sexual attraction to the famous artist. Under the
umbrella of Nazi terror, playwright Jeffrey Hatcher
has created a highly charged political drama in
which his characters are locked in a struggle
of gamesmanship and mutual manipulation.
For further information: (203) 359.4414, www.stamfordtheatresworks.org
Stamford native, Ed Esposito, will exhibit his work
at the Mayor’s Gallery until April 28, 2006. The
exhibit is open to the public. The Mayor’s Gallery
is located on the 10th Floor, Government Center,
777 Washington Blvd.,
Stamford. The exhibition
may be viewed Mon.-Fri.
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The Stamford Symphony Orchestra
Musicians of the Stamford Symphony Orchestra
are bringing a fun-filled Family mini-concert
entitled “Brass Attack” to the Stamford Museum &
Nature Center on Sunday, April 9 at 2:00 pm and
3:30 pm. The mini-concert is part of SM&NC’s
new “Exploring the Orchestra” program. The
concert focuses on those rowdy brass instruments
kids love: trumpet, horn, trombone and tuba.
For further information: 203-322-1646, www.stamfordmuseum.org.
The Stamford Symphony Orchestra performs
the music of “American Legends” on Saturday,
April 22 at 8:00 PM and Sunday, April 23 at
3:00 pm at the Palace Theatre. Music Director
Eckart Preu will lead the Orchestra in a program
of Romantic German music by Mendelssohn,
Brahms, and Schumann. Stellar violinist Karen
Gomyo, the youngest artist ever presented by
Young Concert Artists, will join the Orchestra.
Behind the Baton, the Symphony’s popular preconcert lecture series, takes place one hour
before each program when Maestro Preu will
share the secrets and stories behind the music.
For further information: 203.325.1407 x305, www.
stamfordsymphony.org.
KARL Chevrolet HUMMER
KARL Chevrolet HUMMER will launch its twenty
first Annual High School Scholarship Promotion
April 1, pledging to contribute $50 to area scholarship programs this spring in the name of each
individual or business purchasing a new vehicle
from April 1 - 30, 2006. Since 1986 KARL
Chevrolet HUMMER’s scholarship drives have
raised more than $64,000 for area high school
graduates for their continuing education including over $16,000 for scholarships for graduates of
Stamford and Westhill High Schools.
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KARL Chevrolet HUMMER is located at 261 Elm
Street in New Canaan. KARL Automotive Service
of Greenwich is located at 1330 Putnam Avenue.
For further information: (203) 966-9508; 1-800321-KARL; or www.karldirect.com.
A large focus of his work is
on marine subject matter,
sailing ships and his colEd Esposito lection of Lighthouses of
Long Island. His collection also features scenes
from our surrounding area and New England as
well as international venues from trips over the
years. For more information: (203) 324-1768.
Stamford Museum & Nature Center: Spring 2006
Consuming Desires: Modern Marketing Posters,
1880-1918 • Now Thru June 4, 2006: 92 bold,
gorgeous, elegant posters from the turn of the last
century, including those designed by some of the
finest artists of their time, grace the gallery walls in
this unique exhibition.
Tuesday, April 4, 7:00pm: Poster Perfect with Dr.
Joyce Schiller, curator of the Delaware Art Museum.
A fascinating talk about the contribution of artistic
posters to the rise of modern marketing.
Friday, April 7, 7:00pm: Amphibian Amble. A
guided nighttime tour lets you watch a magical
migration take place in one of the Nature Center’s
three unique vernal ponds.
Saturday, April 8, 10:00am-12:00pm: Aprilfest
and Egg Hunt. Bring the whole family for a day
of fun at Heckscher Farm. Aprilfest begins with a
springtime tradition, the annual Egg Hunt.
April 18-20: Take-a-Hike Week. Three full days
of adventure in which you can explore more than
80 acres of woodlands. Enjoy guided nature hikes
each morning
Tuesday, April 18, 9:30am and 10:30am: Five
Senses Hike. Use all of your senses to explore the
natural world of streams, ponds, meadows and the
forest. Great for beginning hikers.
Tuesday, April 18, 1:00pm and 3:00pm:
Introduction to Orienteering. Learn basic map and
navigation skills from trained professionals.
Wednesday, April 19, 7:30am and 8:30am: For
the Birds Hike. This interesting bird walk will help
beginner birders learn how to identify many of the
common birds seen at the Nature Center and in
their own backyards.
Wednesday, April 19, 10:30am-2:30pm: Art for
All, Open Studio: Nature’s Clay Tile. Collect your
own treasures from nature and impress these materials into clay to create your own natural clay tiles.
Thursday, April 20, 9:30am and 10:30am:
Vernal Pond Ecology Hike. Explore the unique
world of vernal ponds and the flora and fauna that
they attract. Hikers will walk around three different
vernal ponds.
Thursday, April 20, 12:00pm-3:00pm: Scavenger
Hunt. Pick-up your first clue at the front gate and
begin a self-guided tour of the Stamford Museum &
Nature Center’s many resources.
For information: (203) 322-1646
www.stamfordmuseum.org
(203) 655-4494/Fax: (203) 655-7577
www.ctneurology.com
mary@ctneurology.com
Chiropractor/Neurology
The CT Chiropractic Neurology
Center is a specialized facility for the
treatment of neurological dysfunctions without drugs or surgery.
Curley’s Diner
Maria Aposporos, Co-Owner
62 W. Park Pl., Stamford 06901-2209
(203) 348-2020/Fax: (203) 348-2020
Restaurants • In business for 30 years,
this family owned and operated
diner, located in downtown Stamford, serves a traditional, home style
diner menu, famous for their chicken
specialty dishes. Open 24/7.
Czamanski Construction, LLC
Mark J. Czamanski, Owner
410 Courtland Ave., Stamford 06906
(203) 967-3498
Contractors-General
A general contracting company for
residential construction, such as,
new homes, additions, renovations
and decks.
David P. Lasnick, Attorney at Law
(203) 967-9111/Fax: (203) 359-9515
www.stamfordattorney.com
stamfordattorney@snet.net
Attorneys
Legal representation in real estate
transactions and land use and environmental matters.
DBA Desai Communications
Sandra Ruiz-Desai, President
143 Myrtle Ave., Stamford 06902
(203) 324-6000/Fax: (203) 324-9509
www.desaicomm.com
sandra@desaicomm.com
Large Format Digital Printing/Fleet Graphics
Products and services provided are
marketing/advertising, sales promotions, graphic design, professional
photo lab, digital imaging, and commercial printing.
DFM Insurance
Fax: (203) 795-6875
Paul.Nichols@Dichello.com
Beer Distributors
Dr. Stephen Wolpo
60 Strawberry Hill Ave.
Stamford 06902
(203) 323-9277/Fax: (203) 324-9633
www.docteeth.com
steve@smilesensations.com
Dentists
Drotman & Sawkiw, CPA’s
Edward S. Drotman, Partner
1010 Washington Blvd.
Stamford 06901
(203) 325-9442/Fax: (203) 325-9441
www.drotmansawkiw.com
edrotman@aol.com
Accountants-Certified Public
Providers of creative tax planning
and outstanding accounting services
for the business community
DT Holdings, Inc.
Scott Kuppersmith, CFO
(203) 602-6976/Fax: (203) 602-6970
www.diamondtreasures.com
skuppersmith@dtholding.com
Direct Sales
Manufacturer of fine jewelry selling
to the wholesale and retail market.
Extra Space Storage
Jose Reyes
1934 West Main St., Stamford 06902
(203) 357-8200/Fax: (203) 961-9419
www.extraspace.com
fac0460@susa.com
Storage-Self Storage • Extra Space Storage’s company mission is to provide
customers with a quality product upheld with excellent customer service
at a competitive prices.
Fireside Restaurant
Ernst Buggisch, Owner
947 Hope St., Stamford 06907
(203) 359-9053/Fax: (203) 977-8332
Cidiningservices@aol.com
Dan Mahoney, President
Restaurants
10 Corbin Dr., Darien 06820
(203) 656-0332/Fax: (203) 656-0452
dfmdan@snet.net
Famous for Ribs, Burgers, and wings.
An enjoyable relaxed atmosphere for
casual dining and great bar specials.
Insurance Agent
Floor Covering Warehouse
Insurance agency
Diamond Realtors
Catherine William, Broker
800 Summer Street. Suite 202
Stamford 06901
(203) 975-8850/Fax: (203) 975-1131
www.diamondrealtors.net
catherinestewart@realtor.com
Real Estate-Residential
Diamond Realtors is a residential
Real Estate firm serving buyers and
sellers in Fairfield County.
Dichello Distributors
A. Paul Nichols, Key Accounts Manager
P.O. Box 562, Orange 06477-0562
(800) 922-6522 Ext:177
Gregg M. Karas. President
112 Orchard St., Stamford 06902
(203) 323-3113/Fax: (203) 323-3114
www.floorcoverinwarehouse.org
floor@snet.net
Floor Coverings • Floor covering warehouse is Stamfords oldest family
owned full service flooring store.
Specializing in carpet, vinyl, wood,
laminate and ceramic tile.
Garden Homes
Management Corporation
Richard K. Freedman, President
29 Knapp St., Stamford 06907
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Company Recognition, continued from previous page
(203) 348-2200/(203) 967-8372
rfreedman@gardenhomesmanagement.com
schedule a tour, call (203) 461-9523.
Real Estate Management
Alex McKeever, President
Real Estate investment, management
and development.
M Communications
P.O. Box 4630, Stamford 06907-0630
(203) 348-2100/Fax: (203) 324-9482
www.mcommunications.com
amckeever@mcommunications.com
service catering for private parties
and corporate events.
RLGMEDIA.COM
Ronald L. Glassman, Photographer
Full service audio-visual company
specializing in AV presentation
equipment and computers for the
business community.
P.O. Box 16864, Stamford 06905
(203) 322-0592/Fax: (203) 322-0592
www.rlgmedia.com
rlgmedia@optonline.net
Photographers • Freelance photographer
with 20+ years experience specializing in corporate, portraits & event
photography. Uses digital & film.
Property and causalty reinsurance.
Mortgage Planners
GVA Williams of CT
Roaring Ants Communications
John N. Stearns
Robert Anastasio, President
General Re Corporation
Richard W. Manz, Second Vice President
695 East Main St., Stamford 06901
(203) 328-5661/Fax: (203) 328-5603
rmanz@genre.com
Reinsurance
Cory R. Gubner, President & CEO
Stamford 06901
(203) 324-0800/Fax: (203) 324-3125
www.gvawilliams.com
cgubner@gvawilliams.com
Real Estate-Commercial
Audio-Visual\Video-Sales & Service
Stamford 06902
(203) 975-7509
mortgageplanners@sbcglobal.net
Mortgages • Mortgages: Residential/
Commercial; co-op to developer
loans.
A full service Real Estate Firm.
NAGI Jewelers
Impressions Paper L.L.C.
Nagi M. Osta, President
Mark A. Cammisa, Vice President
(203) 359-8800/Fax: (203) 359-0689
www.impressionspaper.com
Paper Products
Jackson, Lewis LLP
Michael J. Soltis, Managing Partner
177 Broad St., Stamford 06904
(203) 961-0404/Fax: (203) 324-4704
www.jacksonlewis.com
soltism@jacksonlewis.com
Newspapers
Juner Properties
June Rosenthal, President
3 Roxbury Rd., Stamford 06902
(203) 968-1500/Fax: (203) 968-1896
www.juner.com
june@juner.com
Real Estate-Residential
Known as the “Tiny Giant”, Juner
Properties is the premier boutique
real estate company in Stamford,
serving “cottages to castles!”
Long Ridge of Stamford
Tina Escobar, Director of Admissions
710 Long Ridge Rd., Stamford 06902
(203) 461-9523/Fax: (203) 321-3499
tescobar@longridgehcc.com
Health Services-Nursing
Offering vital services of skilled
nursing care, short-term rehabilitation and long-term care to the Stamford Community and the surrounding areas. For further details or to
One Stamford Plaza, Stamford 06901
(203) 324-3399/Fax: (203) 964-1663
www.rhii.com
lisa.sweeney@rhi.com
Employment Agencies
Sacred Heart University
Nancy Sidoti
12 Omega Drive, Stamford 06907
(203) 323-4959 Ext:11
Fax: (203) 323-4974
www.sacredheart.edu
sidotin@sacredheart.edu
Colleges/Universities
Sacred Heart University is the second
largest Catholic Universities in New
Susan Gorman, General Manager
140 Atlantic St., Stamford 06901
(203) 323-3100/Fax: (203) 978-1466
www.saks.com
Retail Shop
Schakolad Chocolate Factory
Lynn Berg, Owner
172 Bedford St., Stamford 06901
(203) 359-1886/Fax: (203) 359-1831
www.schakolad.com
stamford@schakolad.com
Handmade Chocolates
Handmade European style chocolates produced on the premises; gift
baskets, corporate logos, wedding
favors, custom & unique designs.
Diana Fogarty, Advertising/Marketing Mgr.
Gary S. Lipman, CEO
1035 Newfield Ave., Stamford 06905
(203) 322-7900/Fax: (203) 329-754
www.stamfordjcc.org
gslipman@stamfordjcc.org
Non-Profit Organization • The JCC is a
non-profit social service agency. We
enrich the quality of lives for the
greater Stamford community through
the innovative programs, facilities
and services for people of all ages.
Roaring Ants Communications can
Lisa Sweeney
Saks Fifth Avenue
New York Times
Jewish Community Center
Labor and employment law firm
representing employers.
Web Development/Graphic Design
Robert Half International
England with campuses in Derby,
Fairfield and Stamford.
828 High Ridge Rd., Stamford 06905
(203) 964-0551/Fax: (203) 961-1600
www.nagis.net
nagi@nagis.net
Jewelers • Independent luxury jeweler
specializing in fine designer jewelry,
swiss timepieces, ideal cut diamonds, and custom jewelry design.
On site repairs.
701 Westchester Ave.
White Plains NY 10604
(203) 357-8080/Fax: (914) 428-2428
www.nytimes.com
fogard@nytimes.com
Attorneys
20 Billingsley Trail
Golden Bridges, NY 10526
(914) 767-9165/Fax: (914) 767-9164
www.roaringants.com
robert@roaringants.com
help your company build a successful presence on the web in the
marketplace with a single minded,
synergistic campaign.
Off The Grill
Claudine Pinsky, C.O.O., Owner
219 Main St., Stamford 06901
(203) 323-4684/Fax: (203) 323-1889
www.offthegrill.com
ccpinsky@optonline.net
Restaurants
“Fast Casual” dining comes to CT.
Off The Grill offers high quality &
nutritious fresh made to order fare
for dine-in, take out or delivery.
P & P Studios, Inc.
John Fishback, President
110 Lenox Ave., Stamford 06906
(203) 359-9292
www.weproduce.com
john.fishback@weproduce.com
Audio/Video/Multimedia/Production/
Consulting • Since 1970, P & P’s
provided support to area businesses
with award-winning audio, video,
and multimedia production. Recording and editing facilities in-house.
Rack ‘n’ Roll Sports Café
Jimmy D’Amato, Managing Member, Owner
268 Atlantic St., Stamford 06901
(203) 327-9911/Fax: (203) 964-9222
barbo47usa@netscape.net
Restaurants • Up scale sports bar and
billiards parlor. We also feature full
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4/6/06 8:59:20 AM
A Boomlet Around
the Train Station?
by Gregg Glaser
With the Stamford Transportation Center 11-floor 192,108-square-foot building. The South
as a focal point, draw a tight circle on the Tower, at 680 Washington Blvd., also has 11
map and several properties are enclosed: Metro floors and is a bit smaller at 133,000 square feet.
Center, First Stamford Place, 300 Atlantic St., 400 Both buildings are 100 percent leased, although
Atlantic St., Stamford Towers and Stamford Plaza two full floors and two partial floors will soon
1, 2, 3 and 4. These are hot properties, almost be vacant when Vertrue Inc. moves to Norwalk.
all fully leased. And with high rents that seem “That space will probably go quickly,” said Larry
to be able to go higher. Tenants want to be here. Kwiat of Rexon, owner of Stamford Towers.
Owners are happy, as are brokers.
“We consider this a financial mecca,” Kwiat
What’s the reason? Walking distance to the added, “and a valuable one made up mostly of
train station and nearness to I-95. Both provide firms who want direct access to the train station
ready and easy access to New York City and and I-95 in Class A buildings on the ‘right’ side
points north in Connecticut. This benefits the of the tracks.”
companies in these buildings in two ways. Their
customers can easily get to them and they can 400 Atlantic Street
attract and retain quality employees who must
The Landis Group owns 400 Atlantic Street,
commute to the area.
a 15-floor, 500,000-square-foot building. Scott
“I always advise my customers to buy near a Landis said the building is 93 percent leased with
train station,” said Tom Pajolek of CB Richard six tenants that include UBS, American Express
Ellis. “Vacancies are always less and historically and International Paper. “The building is unique
some of the highest quality buildings have been in that every tenant is a headquarters operation.”
in walking distance of the train station.”
Landis said. He added: “We bought the building
Access to space in these buildings is competitive.
for its quality and location and the amenities to
“This is a new submarket in Stamford,” said Steve
downtown.”
Baker of Cushman & Wakefield. “The owners are
getting premium rents because there is a limited Stamford Plaza 1-2-3-4
supply of available space around the train station.”
First Stamford Place
and Metro Center
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& 300 Atlantic Street
The four Stamford Plaza buildings and 300
Atlantic Street are owned by Equity Office
On the south side of I-95 are First Stamford Properties. Plaza 1 is 16-stories, has more than
Place and Metro Center, both owned by W & M 214,000 square feet and is 99 percent leased.
Properties. First Stamford Place is a three-building, Plaza 2 is also 16 stories, in excess of 251,500
810,000-square-foot complex that is 98 percent square feet and also 99 percent leased. Plaza 3
leased. The Wholesale Financial Services Group of is 11 stories, has over 242,000 square feet and is
the Bank of Ireland and the bank’s Global Markets 100 percent leased. Plaza 4 is 15 stories, has more
Group recently signed on for 20,359 square feet of than 261,000 square feet and now has four floors
space. Other tenants include many private equity open after Cummings & Lockwood’s departure.
and money management firms and the support 300 Atlantic Street is 13-stories, in excess of
businesses they attract. First Stamford Place is 272,000 square feet and is 100 percent leased.
also adjacent to The Westin Stamford Hotel, a 500“We’ve noticed an increase in leasing activity,
room luxury hotel with a conference center and the the majority being financial companies opening
largest banquet facilities in Fairfield County. Metro Connecticut offices or moving from New York
Center is a 280,000-square-foot building, which City or Greenwich,” said Margaret Carlson of
is 100 percent leased. Big name tenants include Equity Office Properties. “Rents are being pushed
Thomson Corp., Jefferies & Co., Susquehanna higher and concessions are diminishing, such as
International Group and Media Networks Inc. (a free rent. We’re now charging for parking.”
Time Inc. company).
“This area has become a separate submarket in Another View—The Nature
the last several years,” said Jeffrey Newman of W
of the Financial Companies
& M Properties. “It’s attracting tenants from New
“This area is an anomaly of our market,” said
York City and Greenwich. The financial service
companies don’t need all the expensive space Jeff Gage of The Ashforth Co. “It’s not a function
they have elsewhere. It makes a lot of sense for of the property but of the nature of the tenant. If
the hedge funds didn’t exist, then this wouldn’t
them to look at Stamford.”
These two properties are also part of Stamford’s be happening. These are types of tenants who are
Enterprise Zone and, as Newman said, “A gateway willing to pay more for space simply because they
can and they’re frustrated by the lack of space in
to the revitalized South End of Stamford.”
Greenwich. They’d be willing to go there and pay
Stamford Towers
twice as much for space, but they have no other
Stamford Towers is a two-building complex. options now.”
The North Tower, at 750 Washington Blvd., is an
Seaside Design LLC
Angela Spanakos, Partner
165 Bedford St., Stamford 06901
(203) 348-8080/Fax: (203) 316-0606
www.gotoseaside.com
seasidedesign@snet.net
Advertising & Graphic Design
Brochures, logo design, packaging,
newsletters, annual reports, signage,
direct mail, print advertising, menus,
invitations, promotional products.
Servpro
Joseph Pelli, Owner
48 Crescent St., Stamford 06906
(203) 324-1642/Fax: (203) 348-8384
www.servpro.com
Carpet, Rug & Upholstery Cleaners
Sorkin Associates
Lianne Sorkin Fisher, President
379 Old Long Ridge Rd.
Stamford 06903
(203) 329-8790/Fax: (203) 329-8418
lfi sher5@att.net
Credit Union
Stamford Federal Credit Union
services the employees of the city of
Stamford and their family members.
Stamford Winair Co.
Alan C. Longley, President
43 Homestead Ave., Stamford 06902
(203) 969-0553/Fax: (203) 969-0566
www.winair.com/stamford
alongley@winair.com
Wholesale Distributors
Exclusive Fairfield County distributor for American Standard heating
and air conditioning equipment.
Strictly Accounting CPA
David Devin, CPA, President
263 Mill Rd., Stamford 06903
(203) 322-4000/Fax: (203) 322-4008
strictlyaccounting.com
dave@strictlyaccounting.com
Accountants-CPA
Spartech Polycast
CPA services providing business
individual financial tax information
and management - Bill Pay USA, LLC
licensed accounts payable solution
provider.
Dan Scully, Business Manager
Success Printing & Mailing Inc.
Event Planner
70 Carlisle Pl., Stamford 06902-7600
(203) 327-6010/Fax: (203) 323-2925
www.spartech.com
Manufacturer-Cellcast Acrylic
Manufactures of cell cast acrylic
sheets utilized in the Aerospace,
Commercial, Security and Specialty
Transparency Markets. Sold through
Plastics Distributors.
Spot On Networks
Melissa Caldwell, Director of Marketing
55 Church St., New Haven 06510
(203) 523-5204/Fax: (203) 773-1947
www.spotonnetworks.com
drobinson@spotonnetworks.com
Internet • High speed wireless internet
access company.
Stamford Electrical
Emergencies, LLC
Mario J. Paulo, Owner
39 East Avenue, Norwalk 06851
(203) 847-1733/Fax: (203) 840-1994
www.stamfordelectrical.com
stamfordelectrical@yahoo.com
Contractors-Electrical
Residential and Commercial Electrical service, Stand by generators
sales and State of the art Electrical
inspections.
Robert Hurwitz
10 Pearl St., Norwalk 06850
(203) 847-1112/Fax: (203) 846-2770
www.successprint.com
success@successprint.com
Printers-Commercial & Mailing-Commercial
Full service print, copy, mailing
company. Excellent customer service
and attention to details.
The Learning Center
at Piper’s Hill Inc.
Angelica Haralambides, Executive Officer
631 Long Ridge Rd., Stamford 06902
(203) 968-2468/Fax: (203) 968-2476
Child Care/Learning Centers
Piper’s Hill has provided child care
35 years. Our educational philosophy is developmental in its approach
and our pre-school classes are family
grouped. Age range 6 weeks-to PreK. After school K-3rd Gr.
Troy Insurance & Real Estate
Allison Gagliardi, Office Manager
29 Hoyt St., Stamford 06905
(203) 324-3143/Fax: (203) 969-1220
www.troyinsurance.com
agagliardi@troyinsurance.com
Insurance Agents & Brokers
Stamford Federal Credit Union
Full service independent insurance
and real estate agency.
Theresa Carlucci-Tyska,
Membership Development Officer
University of New Haven
Stamford 06901
(203) 977-4923 Ext:15
Fax: (203) 324-7546
www.stamfordcu.org
theresa@stamfordcu.org
Linda Carlone, Associate Director
300 Boston Post Rd.
West Haven 06516
(203) 932-7433/Fax: (203) 932-7261
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Junior Achievement of Southwest CT
20th Annual Bowl-A-Thon
Bowlers raising the minimum are eligible for door prizes given out every five minutes.
WHEN: Saturday, April 29, 2006
TIME: Three Shifts Available
(1-3p.m., 4-6p.m., or 7-9p.m.)
WHERE: Rip Van Winkle Lanes in Norwalk
COST: $20/Bowler Registration Fee
(covers cost of lane and shoes)
$100 pledge minimum per bowler.
TEAM SIZE: 5-6 People Per Team
For more information please call Junior Achievement at 203-854-1700
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4/6/06 8:59:21 AM
At our new
Some people
go to great lengths
for financial balance.
Citibank® location,
we have tools that can
help bring you
financial peace of mind.
So living
within your means
becomes a little easier.
Others can go to
15 Broad Street.
You can learn more
about how our
Citipro® Financial Game Plan
can help you
take steps toward
achieving your goals.
Financial balance
is just around the corner.
Call or visit our new location:
Downtown Stamford Financial Center
Citibank, F.S.B.
15 Broad Street
(Ground Floor - Target)
Stamford, CT
Corinne Forlini
Financial Center Manager
(203) 363-3018
citibank.com
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4/6/06 8:59:21 AM

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