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Vol. 10 No. 29 Visit TapIntoSomers.net for the latest news. Thursday, November 5, 2020

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Goldenberg’s lasting impact Election
results
Somers resident proud of the community he helped shape
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BY CAROL REIF Board, Goldenberg died on Sept. 12 after said. “He looked forward to the meetings net/towns/somers or on Facebook
STAFF WRITER a courageous three-year battle with the and he enjoyed every minute of them.” at facebook.com/TAPintoSomers
disease. He was 84. for election results, as the election
Eugene Goldenberg never let esopha- Board members observed a moment of was held after the press deadline
geal cancer get his spirits down or stop him Chairman John Currie said Goldenberg silence at their Oct. 14 meeting in Gold- for the Somers Record.
from making his voice heard in matters af- was always “upbeat”and remained active on enberg’s memory.
fecting his adopted hometown of Somers. the board almost until the very end. POET LAUREATE
Board member Nancy Gerbino said
A 12-year member of the Planning “ is was a man who loved the Plan- County search
ning Board. He really, really did,” Currie SEE GOLDENBERG PAGE 3 pg 3

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GOLDENBERG But Goldenberg, who had a way of making people
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listen to him, eventually won a lot of the naysayers

over, Currie said.

she loved his booming voice because “it was loud, it In June 2013, the church was dedicated in a Mass

was clear, and you always knew where he was com- and ceremony o ciated by both Cardinal Timothy

ing from.” M. Dolan and his predecessor, the late Cardinal Ed-

Even if you didn’t happen to agree with Golden- ward Michael Egan.

berg on an issue, at the end of the meeting he would “He was thanked and blessed profusely by the

still “come over and give you a hug,”Gerbino recalled. clergy,” his family said.

According to his wife of nearly 60 years, Hannah, Decades ago, Somers lost its one supermarket, a

even those with whom Goldenberg occasionally Gristedes that had been located in the Route 100

butted heads respected the strong stands he took be- shopping center. at meant that people had to trek

cause they knew they came from a place of wisdom, to Goldens Bridge to get their groceries. Goldenberg

intelligence and love of community. helped pave the way for the upscale grocery store

Known for his sense of humor, infectious smile and that opened in the hamlet last year.

larger-than-life personality, Goldenberg’s presence “He was a big proponent of DeCicco & Sons,”

made board meetings “exciting,” family members said. Currie recalled.

“He certainly kept all of us on our toes,” Gerbino According to Hannah, Goldenberg earned the

agreed. nickname “Candyman,” for constantly handing out Eugene Goldenberg
Eugene and Hannah Goldenberg
Goldenberg met his future wife when they were handfuls of the old-fashioned treat, Goldenberg’s

just teens in Brooklyn. e couple raised their two Peanut Chews.

daughters, Brynn and Toni, in New York City where Whenever he was asked if he was one of “the”

Goldenberg worked in the nancial eld. Goldenbergs, he would demure: “Oh, that’s a long

ey moved into a condo at Heritage Hills on story.”

anksgiving 2002 to be closer to their children and (Spoiler alert: ere wasn’t a familial connection,

grandkids. but Goldenberg simply couldn’t resist pulling peo-

Before joining the Planning Board, Goldenberg ple’s legs sometimes, Hannah said.)

sat on the Managing Board of Condo 22. He also But as much as he loved public life, family came

ran unsuccessfully for a seat on the Town Board. rst with Goldenberg. Hannah recalls their mar-

According to his family, Goldenberg was extraordi- riage as a “storybook tale of love and friendship” with

narily proud of being “a Jew from Brooklyn” who had their extensive travels and adventures together. And

helped establish the new St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. he was always very close to his daughters and their

Having grown up in a big city, his notion of what husbands, Jay Peltz and Arthur Bernstein.

the country should look like included “a white church Also surviving are ve grandchildren: Stephanie,

with a steeple,” Hannah said. Harrison, and Luke Peltz; and Remi and Ethan Ber-

Many residents in the neighborhood had objected nstein.

to a church being built on Plum Brook Road because Because of the pandemic, a shiva for Goldenberg FILE PHOTOS

they feared the tra c it might generate. and his interment were private.

The Katonah Museum of Art County searches for its
presents the KMA Jewelry Show 2021 poet laureate

e Katonah Museum of Art 2019 exhibition Outrageous Or- able art in a broad range of prices.” Deadline to apply is Nov. 16
(KMA) presents the third edi- nament: Extreme Jewelry in the is year, the selected artists
tion of its annual KMA Jewelry 21st Century, and provides vital Westchester County Execu- a dialogue between local poets,
Show o ering unique contempo- support for the Museum’s exhibi- represent a variety of states and
rary jewelry. Open to the public tions and programs. international locations: Mary- tive George Latimer in part- cultural organizations, and com-
December 1-4, the event will take land, Georgia, New York, Israel,
place exclusively in a virtual format “ e jewelry show re ects the Romania, Germany, and Croatia nership with ArtsWestchester munity institutions.
presenting the work of 16 interna- core of the KMA’s mission to among others. In addition to a
tionally acclaimed jewelry artists. celebrate the creative process and diverse range of artistic practices, announce a competitive call for While the rst-ever holder
connect audiences to contem- the jewelry on display encom-
is event provides the rare porary art and design,” says Lea passes a wide array of materials, an inaugural Poet Laureate po- of a poet laureate position dates
opportunity for jewelry collec- Emery, KMA Director of Devel- from traditional metals to more
tors to acquire pieces from some opment. “Exceptionally curated, it unconventional media such as sition for Westchester County to the 13th century, America`s
of the most innovative creators in provides a platform for talented acrylic, glass, steel, porcelain and
the eld from the comfort of their artists while supporting the Mu- diamonds. for the 2021-2022 term. rst poet laureate was Robert
own home. is sale of contem- seum’s innovative initiatives. e
porary jewelry extends the KMA’s virtual venue is the perfect way e third annual KMA Jew- Westchester’s Poet Laureate Frost who was o cially ap-
tradition of presenting jewelry as to allow participants to view and elry Show is organized by Donna
an art form going back it its 2018- purchase unique pieces of wear- Schneier, Owner & President, candidate will be an advocate pointed in 1961. Today, the
Donna Schneier Fine Arts.
for poetry and the literary arts, position is not restricted to the

have signi cant personal po- national level: almost all 50

etic work and will encourage the states have a poet laureate, as

community to engage with po- do many counties, cities and

etry by creating and leading ac- other jurisdictions. Westchester

tivities that inspire writing and County feels it is a perfect time

poetry performances among SEE POET PAGE 9
all age groups while initiating

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State proposes tightening regulations, oversight of utilities

Town leaders praise action

BY CAROL REIF hoping for a lot more. Andrew M. Cuomo proposed such as New York State Electric communication companies, which
STAFF WRITER ey’d also like to see the state legislation that would remove pen- and Gas and Con Edison. are a necessity and should be con-
alty caps for those violating emer- sidered as a utility.”
While local o cials have wel- and Public Service Commission gency regulations, ease the path to Two days later, Cuomo an-
comed holding electric utilities’ wield more power over the entities franchise revocation and limit the nounced he also had appointed a Faulkner, fellow Councilman
feet to the re when they fail to that provide other vital services, amount of money ratepayers con- “special counsel for ratepayer pro- Anthony Cirieco and Morrissey
properly prepare for or respond to such as internet and phone. tribute to the salaries of executives tection,” a post designed to repre- are all members of the town’s new
storm-related outages,they’ve been who work for energy companies sent the interests of residential and Telecommunications Task Force.
ey may get their wish. commercial customers of the state’s
On Wednesday, Oct. 28, Gov. regulated electric, gas, water and If passed, the legislation would
telecom companies. amend the public service law to
Replacing scores of increase penalties on electric utili-
Allstate | State Farm | Geico Reacting to the proposed legisla- ties by removing existing caps and
tion, Somers Councilman William replacing the current assessment
Policies Everyday! Faulkner said last week, “I think system with one that tailors pen-
this is a good start by the governor, alties to “the nature and extent of
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Utica Mutual To that point, Supervisor Rick greater, for each o ense.
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legislation does not apply to tele-
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Events are made possible by Join us for a virtual quiz challenge
e Friends of the Somers Li- using Kahoot,an online app.Teens
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Important note about the variety of trivia categories. Topics
Senior Benefits Information will not be announced in advance
Center (SBIC): SBIC program and all teens must compete as in-
coordinators are still providing dividuals. Registration is neces-
Medicare counseling by phone sary. is program is intended for
and by email. Clients can leave teens in grades 7th and up!
a question and their preferred
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NYSEG penalties should be “proportionate that would give the governor and But because those are con- utility operations.
to the pain” it has caused custom- the PSC more clout over utilities.” trolled by the Federal Communi- He also will hold forums with
FROM PAGE 4 ers. cations Commission and involve
Noting that the proposed law interstate commerce, “ at will be consumers and stakeholders and
Penalties rise to $500,000, or Franchise revocations would be would let the PSC revoke an elec- tough to change,” he said. make recommendations regard-
.04 of 1 percent, whichever is trickier because,Cirieco explained, tric utility’s franchise to operate in ing the necessity of further leg-
greater, for combination gas and telecoms such as Altice operate, in a certain area, Lucas said, “At this “ e abuse of the utilities has islation.
electric utilities in the restoration Somers’ case, as if it is a monopoly point I feel comfortable with the to end. ey’re not too big to fail.
of electric service following a ma- and “there’s no alternative.” direction that NYSEG is going e special counsel’s o ce will
jor outage or emergency. in.” ey’re not going to bully con- have a dedicated website landing
While no one has control over sumers. It’s over,”Cuomo declared page that will refer complaints
Cirieco has said that it will take the weather, there are simple “ e problem is that there is Wednesday, Oct. 28. from consumers for investiga-
a both public pressure and regu- things internet and phone service still a lot of work they need to be tion.
latory components, such as those providers can do, such as o er doing and we, rightly so, are impa- He followed that warning on
proposed for electric and gas utili- “meaningful” service credits when tient,” he said. Friday with the appointment of “Every New Yorker should be
ties, to get telecommunications outages occur and “respond to and Queens City Councilman Rory able to turn on the lights, heat
companies “to the table.” return” customer calls, Cirieco Meanwhile, internet and phone Lancman as the special counsel. their homes and open their fau-
said. No one should have to “chase service providers such as Verizon cets to clean water because their
“It’s unfortunate that we have them down.” and Altice (Optimum) need to Lancman, who planned to re- electricity, gas and water provid-
to go down this road, but we have “address their issues of a terribly sign from his elected city post this ers are meeting their obligations
to participate in the process,” he North Salem Supervisor War- outdated network and no cus- week, will make presentations to to provide safe, reliable and af-
said last week. ren J. Lucas said Friday, Oct. 30, tomer or technical support,” Lu- the PSC at its monthly meetings fordable service as the law re-
that he was in favor of “anything cas said. on his ndings and le regular re- quires,” Lancman said.
In general, Cirieco added, any ports to the commission assessing

LIBRARY fective personal wellness tool dur- artist, educator and therapeutic art - Supplies: magazines, 11 x 14 in cultural amity to impact the
FROM PAGE 4
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Working on art, while reducing ticipants. e classes are as follows: and or colored pencils monthly meetings feature speak-

Art for Stress Relief. Tues- stress and anxiety, will keep you • Class 1: Intention Word • Class 3: Zentangles - Supplies: ers, screenings, and presentations

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be an incredible way to heal and sions will be presented by Anne ons • Class 4: oughtful Water- we really are. Topics will be an-

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My Doctor
told me to be selfish

“You can not take care of everyone else if
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You put everyone else’s needs before your own.
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TRUNK temp. Call – to see if you are eligible at
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232-0807.

Price: - We are asking for $10 fee

$10 per child (children up to 24 months round trip.

free). $15 per senior. Outdoor Seated Exercise with Lori

e exhibit is presented by Westches- Barr

ter County Parks and the Friends of Las- When: 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Mondays

don Park and Arboretum with support and Wednesdays

by Houlihan Lawrence of Somers, Mary Where: we will have chairs set up 6 ft

Ward and Carol Cirieco, West-Fair apart on the front lawn at Van Tassell

Electric and Whitehall Auto. house

Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Weather: all classes will be weather per-

Memorial is a Westchester County Park mitting. Rain or oppressive heat will cancel

on Route 35 in Somers. e GPS ad- the class. If you are not sure call 232-0807

dress is 2610 Amawalk Road, Katonah, the morning of the class to check.

NY 10536. Transportation: you must provide your

Go to the Friends of Lasdon Park and own transportation and wear a mask until

Arboretum website at https://lasdon- you are seated.

park.org or call (914) 864-7263 for more Chairs will be disinfected following each

information class

Senior Programs Wear comfortable clothing and sneakers
We look forward to seeing everyone.

Chairs will also be arranged on the porch

Transportation to medical appoint- if you’d like to visit with your friends

ments for seniors: following the class.

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POET e Poet Laureate program is managed as One • Multiple • All
FROM PAGE 3
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creating a poet laureate position at the lo- HOW DO POETS APPLY?

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plains, “When we think about memorial- with a deadline of November 16, 2020, at

izing a time, a place, a struggle or an occa- 11:59 p.m. e Poet Laureate’s two-year

sion, we turn to one of the highest forms of term is set to begin January 1, 2021 and

expression—poetry. It is this language in continue through to December 31st, 2022.

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Opinion
Happily Ever After

From Superman To Hamlet Welcome home, Gus!

THE facts to be stored forever in our I was a very small child, small WHATWAS write this column and have kept
SEASONED brains. Today the kids just ask enough for my father to still in touch with my kids, grandkids
CITIZEN Alexa. What took us hours of carry me once in a while, my ITHINKING? and friends. But being by oneself
reading now takes a fraction of favorite treat would be when day in and day out, was taking
ADRIENNE a second. the ‘sweet potato man’came RUTHANN its toll. e idea of adopting a
KAVELLE around. e ‘sweet potato man’ SCHEFFER rescue cat made its way into my
Everything changes and was a slightly stooped Seasoned
When I discovered having knowledge at your nger Citizen and carried on his back pet-loving brain. I mentioned it
that phone booths tips seems great…but do you an oven in which baked the best,
were obsolete my retain it or must you call it up most delicious smelling sweet to my family, and they thought
rst thought was, “what will again each time? I know myself potatoes in the world. Daddy
Superman do now?” Absolute and in order to remember some- would give him perhaps a dime, that the time was right.
proof that I was a 20th century thing I need to write it down, so maybe a nickel, and I’d be This past December, I sadly About two weeks ago, cousin
child! en, as a 20th century I guess either way would work handed a piping hot sweet potato sat with my beautiful Pat texted a photo of a gray,
adult, I thought, “How will we for me. wrapped in brown paper. Its
ever have good old ‘noir’movies When I was a little girl doc- tuxedo cat, Bonnie, as she u y long-haired kitty with a
anymore?” e best scenes were tors made house calls. Even avor still lingers on my tongue
those watching a PI trying to when I was a young adult our and I miss not only its taste but crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. white chest and paws.
family physician would come to the closeness I felt to my father
nd a working phone, racing us when we were ill. Now your when we shared that moment. She was a few months short of “A rescue cat—interested?
from dark rainy street to dark doctor belongs to a large group
rainy street, usually without a and she/he is no longer burdened My children, grandchildren, her 20th birthday and had been a Soooo cute/fully trained.”
with billing or appointment and great-grandchildren have
ashlight and having to strike making. e doctor is free to never known a ‘sweet potato man’ family member since she and her Pat gave me the name of the
matches to see if the phone was treat many more patients and so they can’t miss him at all, but
usable. instead of one-on-one relation- they would surely miss the ease brother, Clyde, were six weeks person who was part of the
ships with the patient, doctors and convenience technology
Today’s generation wouldn’t have a one-on-one relationship has brought them today; they old. rescue group. I spoke to Kim
‘get it’at all. I’ve even heard with the patient’s ailment listed don’t miss privacy as I knew it
them ask,“Why doesn’t he use on a computer. Better or worse? because they gave it up with the I thought about all the furry at great length. It seems this
his own phone?” and become Neither, just the next step. advent of the internet; they don’t
totally bored with the movie. We who were children in the miss mouth to ear talking on a creatures that had been a part of handsome kitty named Beast—
What we found exciting the kids rst half of the 20th century have telephone because they text; they
think is silly. seen many changes. I believe sci- don’t even miss Superman with our family going back to when he bears quite a resemblance to
ence and technology reach new all the modern computer gener-
Do you remember when every heights before we’re ready for ated super-heroes ying around! the boys were toddlers. I again Disney’s Beast from “Beauty and
family either had or wanted a them and it takes us a while to
set of encyclopedia? Some of us catch up, appreciate, and adjust. What will they miss when remembered the many times I sat the Beast”--would be arriving
even had two sets from di er- Every new era has its losses and my new becomes their old? In
ent publishers. We looked up compensations. Hamlet’s words, “Ah, there’s the with these precious pets as they in a few days from New Mexico.
everything we didn’t know in If you’ve never known some- rub”!
thing, you can’t miss it. When crossed the Bridge. I made a decision right on the
e Book of Knowledge or e Contact Adrienne at: ergosum1@
World Book, our eyes taking in comcast.net “No more pets,” I said. “I can’t spot:

do this anymore, it just breaks “I want him, and I’m naming

my heart when they take their him Gus.”

last breath. It hurts too much.” If you’ll remember, the original

en COVID-19 reared its Gus was my son’s golden retriev-

ugly head a few months later. er who never left my side when

Having several medical issues I visited them in Florida. He

which make me vulnerable to had crossed the Bridge a couple

this virus, I faithfully followed of years ago but he’d left the

the guidelines: mask, social memory of his beautiful heart

distancing when going to the and soul with us. Besides, Gus

pharmacy or deli, and staying the kitty looks like a “Gus!”

home most of the time isolating e day I brought him home,

myself. I opened the carrier door and let

It has been a lonely time. SEE SCHEFFER PAGE 11
ankfully, I love to read and

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