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(908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, July 17, 2003 Published Every Thursday Since 1890 OUR 113th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 45-113 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] FIFTY CENTS Scaling Down ‘Parking 101’ Of Additions Requested Meeting Held By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL Specially Written for The Westfield Leader For the first time in many By LAUREN S. PASS doing something,” about the parking months, the Westfield Board of Specially Written for The Westfield Leader problem. He added that just because Adjustment heard all cases that Attendance at the Westfield Town a resident can find a space does not were scheduled for its regular Council meeting was unusually high mean the town, as a whole, does not meeting, which was held on for a Tuesday night in July for the have a parking problem. Monday evening. first of the parking deck hearings, He said that once the committee Because of the ongoing vol- with nearly 100 people gathered in identified that there is a need for ume of applications submitted the Council Chambers. parking, they looked into shuttle and since the early part of 2003, at Mayor Gregory McDermott called jitney services but found the costs least half of a dozen cases had to the meeting “Parking 101” as the were “astronomical.” The commit- be carried over to the next town presented its five-year history tee ultimately recommended two month’s agenda since February. of parking issues during the three- smaller decks on the north side, at Out of the 17 applications hour meeting. Prospect and Elm Streets and behind listed on the July agenda, one Speakers included Andy Cataldo, the Rialto Theatre, as well as a deck applicant did not show up, one Chairman of the Parking Advisory on South Avenue. asked to be put on the August Committee; Advisory Committee Councilman Betancourt discussed agenda and still another failed member Jay Troutman; Second Ward the method of selecting The Atlantic to give adequate notice to neigh- Republican Councilman Rafael Group to work as the town’s consult- bors. Betancourt; Fourth Ward Democrat ant for the development process. Because of the size of their Councilman Lawrence Goldman; Mr. Goldsmith, Westfield’s spe- proposed additions, three appli- Town Administrator James Gildea; cial counsel, who was hired through cants were asked to scale down Bob Goldsmith, special legal coun- that process, explained that redevel- their plans with their architects sel for the town, and Bob Powell, the opment “creates resources” which

and were asked to resubmit their Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader applications. IN MEMORY OF…The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders is currently overseeing the construction of a 9/11 John Kuhn and Rita Steinberger, memorial in Echo Lake Park. The memorial is being funded by tax-deductible contributions and many of the materials who reside at 655 Maple Street, are being donated. were asked by board members to scale down their planned two- story addition, as architect Robert Algarin proposed that the new WF and SP Farmers Markets addition would exceed the maximum building coverage for that zone by 2.4 percent, as it currently does with the family’s two-car Flourish Despite Soggy Spring garage. Mr. Kuhn addressed the mem- By ELAINE VUONO of its own wheat on site, so its baked the produce, “it’s nice and fresh and bers of the board and stated that Specially Written for The Westfield Leader goods are completely fresh. it’s from New Jersey. Everything is he planned to knock down his The rainy spring may have delayed The growers sell a variety of fresh wonderful.” existing two-car garage to use the summer harvest, but Farmers fruits, vegetables and herbs. Most of The Westfield Farmers Market, in the space for the new addition. Markets in Scotch Plains and Westfield the produce is grown on their farms, its ninth year, is sponsored by the He noted that the size of his are now offering an array of produce and while some is purchased from Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce family had increased over the and baked goods, from juicy peaches other farms, all must be grown in (WACC) and held each Thursday af- years to five members and that and crisp green beans to aromatic New Jersey. ternoon from 2 to 7 p.m., July through they needed more living space. herbs and fresh, crusty bread. “Everybody I speak to loves it,” October, on the South Avenue side of Lauren S. Pass for The Westfield Leader “Our house is the smallest in The Farmers Market in Scotch said Steve Goldberg, President of the the train station parking lot. PARKING 101…Nearly 100 residents attended Tuesday night’s informational the neighborhood,” he stated. Plains, now in its 10th year, is spon- SPBPA. “It brings people into town The market provides “an opportu- meeting on the past five years of parking issues, studies and the process of Mr. Kuhn also noted that, at developer selection in Westfield. Mayor Gregory McDermott entitled the sored by the Scotch Plains Business and makes the town a little bit better,” nity for residents to buy nice, fresh meeting “Parking 101.” present, the family has little use and Professional Association (SPBPA) he said. produce” and also helps out smaller for the garage, as they have a and held in the municipal parking lot “It’s one of my favorite haunts on farmers, said Warren Rorden of the principal of the development firm are not usually available to a munici- shed that they use for storage each Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., a Saturday morning,” said Scotch WACC. HKT Nassau. pality, such as not having to use the and their cars are always parked July through October. Plains resident Jack Mohn, who has He noted that this year, the market Mr. Cataldo and Mr. Troutman non-competitive bid process. in the driveway. There are three growers at the been coming to the market every has been moved to the east side of the reviewed the committee’s eight He also discussed how, through The applicant also stated that market and for the first time this Saturday for the past five or six years. South Avenue parking lot, (near months of work, during which they this process, the town could collect because they are proposing to re- year, there is a bread vendor, The “They have great produce – how Westfield Seafood), offering easier studied wether there was a need for payments in lieu of taxes (PILOT), move their existing two-car ga- Great Harvest Bread Company, can you lose?” he asked. access and more parking for customers. parking and then how to meet that which it would not have to share with rage, they are not adding any more owned by Barry and Mindy Gold. Westfield resident Gerta Mange The market offers several growers to need. the county and school system. lot coverage than is currently there. According to Ms. Gold, the has been coming to the Scotch Plains choose from, including one specializing Mr. Cataldo stated that there are Councilman Goldman spoke on Board of Adjustment Chair- Westfield-based company mills all market since it opened and said of CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 “risks of doing nothing and risks of the selection of the developer. He man Vince Wilt asked Mr. Kuhn said that because of the public-pri- how many square feet the addi- vate partnership, the council was tion would measure. Mr. Kuhn looking for not only a firm with replied that it would equal 326 New Stipulations for Soil Erosion in All experience and finances which square feet. wouldn’t “disappear,” but also some- Opposing the addition were one that the town would be comfort- neighbors Rina and Ron Maimon, able working with. who reside at 316 North Chestnut Subdivisions Requested by Town Engineer He said that there has been a lot of Street, behind the applicant. Mr. talk in town about the selection be- Maimon stated that although the By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL Villane Construction, L.L.C., was mostly drainage concerns. and intended to use the space for its Specially Written for The Westfield Leader approved, granting a minor subdivi- Mr. Nemeroff added, “Most houses current employees. He stated, “This ing a “cozy deal,” and stated that it is applicant staid that he does not “just not true.” presently use his garage, he Two new appeals were heard and sion for 817 Grant Avenue. The con- in our neighborhood are different addition will give existing employees granted at last Thursday evening’s spe- struction company plans to demolish from each other. It is not a cookie- more elbow room. It is not intended to Mr. Gildea presented the current pointed out that with five people statistics for permit parking. He noted cial Planning Board meeting. The spe- an existing single-family house, sub- cutter neighborhood.” increase the space to hire additional in the family, the number of driv- that there are currently 715 residents ers will be increasing from two to cial meeting was scheduled so that the divide the property and build two, The approval for the proposal was employees. Also, the company would Planning Board could “catch up” on one-family dwellings. granted with several conditions. The like to bring files from the basement on the waiting list for commuter five sometime in the future. permits and 116 employees on the hearing appeals, as cases have been Neighbors of the Grant Avenue construction company had to have ap- to the third floor area.” Mrs. Maimon read aloud a list for the Elm Street lot next to two-page statement that she had delayed due to the length of testimony property, including Paul Trapp, Fred proval from the Town Engineer’s Of- William Weldon, co-owner and from many of the latest applicants. Nemeroff and William Herz, had fice for its drainage plan as well as its Vice President of the company, testi- Trader Joe’s and the lot behind the CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 UBS building on North Avenue. All The first appeal heard, from D. objections to the subdivision, citing soil erosion plan. It also had to have its fied and noted that the addition was architectural plans approved by the to “increase space for our managers, of the permit lots are currently over- Site Plan Review Committee, as well give our managers some private space sold. as meet tree preservation standards. and a better work flow of files.” Mr. Powell, the final speaker, said Mountainside Council Gives Green Town Engineer Kenneth Marsh ad- He testified that there were 28 full- that the concept of the “partnership” dressed the audience, stating that from time employees at the Westfield lois “taken very, very seriously.” He now on he would like to impose a cation and that the Central Avenue stated that the project does not work condition that all granted subdivision building was the home office for the unless both parties achieve their ob- Light to Purchase of New Fire Truck applications be met with soil-erosion managers. He also noted that there jectives. He said that the develop- stipulations. He noted “my office has were 15 employees with a flextime ment team “couldn’t be more ex- By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL “very proud of the accomplishments memorial at the World Trade Center had a lot of calls regarding problems cited” about these projects. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader schedule, stating that those employ- made by these two athletes,” and noted in their honor.” with soil erosion during building. I CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Mayor Robert Viglianti read a that they both had played softball in the The resolution will be forwarded would like all construction to have a Resolution of Commendation Tues- Mountainside Recreation Department’s to Assemblyman Jon Bramnick, As- means to control the soil erosion.” day evening at the Borough of Youth Softball League and the Deerfield semblyman Eric Munoz, M.D., and Mr. Marsh also stated in response to Mountainside’s monthly council School Girls Softball Team. Senator Thomas Kean, Jr., as well as the drainage concerns neighbors had meeting, honoring Jessica Garry, In other business, a resolution was the New York State Assembly and over the subdivision, “the addition of starting pitcher, and Danielle Pace, unanimously passed to support and the New York State Senate. one house will not give a lot of addi- starting catcher, who are members of endorse the passage of New Jersey In other matters, a resolution was tional problems with drainage.” the Governor Livingston High School State Senate Bill S1924 and State passed to award a bid in the amount At the conclusion of the applica- Girls Varsity Softball Team. The were Assembly Bill A2753. These two bills of $575,639 to the Absolute Fire tion hearing, Planning Board Chair- lauded for their many accomplish- would require the Port Authority of Protection Company, located in South man Jay Boyle stated that the Plan- ments made during the 2003 spring New York and New Jersey to honor the Plainfield, to purchase a new multi- ning Board had granted a minor sub- season. September 11 victims of the World purpose Qunit Ladder Truck for the division on Cumberland Avenue with Accomplishments of these two stu- Trade Center (WTC) attacks by cover- borough’s Fire Department. the same construction company. He dents, who will be seniors in the fall, ing ashes of their remains, placing According to Fire Commissioner said, “If you look at these two very include Jessica striking out 65 batters them in containers and transporting Werner Schon, this new truck “has fine houses, you would feel comfort- and recording 11 wins and six losses, them to the WTC site to be used in a the capabilities of handling all build- able with what this company will do.” and Danielle completing the season memorial built in their honor. ings in our community and also gives The second application approved with a .440 batting average, two home The resolution noted that the re- us resources to help out in other was for Weldon Materials, located at runs, five doubles and 18 runs batted in. mains of many victims of the WTC communities. It is a larger capacity 141 Central Avenue. The resolution also noted that these attacks were never located and that truck, where all of the firemen can fit William Butler represented two players were named to the Moun- the ash from the WTC site, which in the cab section of the truck, and Weldon Materials, stating that the tain Valley All-Conference 1st team contains the remains of victims, has the ladder has a 75-foot capacity.” company wished to construct a third and that the duo were the pitcher and been held at Fresh Kills Landfill in CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 floor addition to its current building catcher of the record 4-3 win against Staten Island, N.Y. Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader Roselle Park, the only loss suffered The resolution stated “it is fitting PAGE INDEX DRAWING A CROWD…Throngs of jazz enthusiasts flocked to the front of the by Group I State Champion Roselle and proper for the State to honor the Regional...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Sports ...... 11-14 Westfield Train Station on North Avenue to hear the toe-tapping melodies of the Park during the 2003 season. victims of September 11, 2001 by Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9 Real Estate.....12-16 jazz festival on Tuesday night. The performances will be held in the downtown Mayor Viglianti stated that he was returning their ashes to the site of a Community ... 6-7 A&E ...... 17-18 through August. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, July 17, 2003 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Temple Sholom, Fanwood Presbyterian Deck Meeting Gov. McGreevey Announces

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 See Sharing Space as Mutually Beneficial Residents were left with approxi- Consolidation of Toll Roads mately 40 minutes to speak, as Mayor TRENTON – Governor James approved the toll road consolidation By MICHAEL POLLACK the Jewish community.” cred Heart provides housing and the McDermott requested an 11 p.m. end McGreevey announced last Wednes- bill, which was later signed by the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader The first Sabbath service at the church provides meals and transpor- time for the meeting. day that the management structure for Governor. PLAINFIELD -- Temple Sholom, church was last Friday night, July 4 – tation. Residents from both sides of the consolidation of the New Jersey Annual savings from operations are a Reform Jewish congregation for- held in the church dining room. The The temple will now also partici- Westfield raised concerns over traf- Turnpike Authority and the New Jersey estimated by the Hay Group to begin merly of Plainfield, will share wor- final touches are being made to the pate in this initiative. fic and safety issues realted to the Highway Authority. The consolidation at $4 million in 2004 and reach $9.8 ship and office space with the office space to enable shared use by “We are hopeful that there will be construction of the decks. Other resi- of the two roads became effective on million by 2008. Fanwood Presbyterian Church for the the temple as well as the church. quite a bit of interchange and en- dents discussed concerns over the June 9 following the payment of out- Assemblywoman Linda Stender (D- foreseeable future. The temple’s religious school gagement between the temple con- size of the development, and how it standing Highway Authority debt. 22), a member of the Assembly of The move satisfies the temple’s classes will continue to take place at gregation and our congregation, could change the character of the The existing New Jersey Turnpike Transportation Committee, told the need for temporary space until a new Union Catholic High School in Scotch which would include all ages,” said neighborhoods and the town. Authority Board of Commissioners will Westfield Leader that, “The consolida- home in Scotch Plains is built two to Plains. All temple programs will also Pastor Snell. “I’m hoping to do a lot Mr. Powell explained that traffic remain in place with the addition of two tion means better efficiency where dol- four years down the road. continue, including Adult Education of cooperative things where we will studies would be done on the sur- new members to be directly appointed lars are used in a smarter fashion. They Temple President Susan Weiseman and Social Action. get to know one another.” rounding areas once there is a design. to the board by the Governor on the can be used to invest in the infrastruc- and Fanwood Presbyterian Pastor With groundbreaking for a new “There’s tons of stuff that we, as Nicholas Carter, a resident of Bou- recommendation of the Senate Presi- ture and pay off some of the debt.” Robert Snell recently sat down with temple building not expected to be- two congregations, always did and levard, stated that he believes park- dent and Assembly Speaker. “This is smart policy and an ac- The Westfield Leader to talk about gin in Scotch Plains for another two can now join forces and be even stron- ing should stand on its own without Westfield resident Michael complishment. We can generate the impact of the temple “setting up to four years, the congregation will ger in doing to help the community,” housing. He also expressed concern Lapolla, the executive director of the money without raising the tolls.” shop” in Fanwood. get a chance to become comfortable said Ms. Weiseman. on changing the aesthetics from sub- New Jersey Turnpike Authority will Under the terms of the consolida- Pastor Snell explained that Rabbi in Fanwood. “We have always been part of the urban to urban. continue in that same role overseeing tion, approximately $2.4 billion was Joel Abraham of Temple Sholom be- Rabbi Abraham confirmed that his interfaith coalition for the homeless,” Orenda Circle resident Allen both roadways. refinanced. Of this amount approxi- gan coming to monthly meetings of congregation had an overwhelmingly said Rabbi Abraham. Solomon questioned who would be Mr. Lapolla said, “With the consoli- mately $700 million in Highway Au- the Scotch Plains-Fanwood positive response to the move. He “Now we can join together for help- financially responsible for the deck dation I’m now the executive director thority debt was paid off, effectively ministerium, an organization of clergy noted, however, that there was some ing with the food pantry, thrift shop portion of the project. of the Turnpike authority, which means eliminating the New Jersey Highway and community leaders which meets apprehension, which he feels will and Habitat for Humanity. In return, Mr. Powell explained that the deck I’m in charge of both roadways and the Authority under the legislation. on a monthly basis. subside over time. we will invite the church to our would be the town’s responsibility EZPASS. I now have 2,700 full time The state took advantage of the cur- During one of the meetings, Rabbi “Some people think it’s strange to Mitzvah day. There are some won- and that the private portion of the and 1,000 part time employees,” Mr. rent low interest rates to refinance ad- Abraham described the temple’s need worship in a church,” said Rabbi derful opportunities available to work partnership will generate revenue to Lapolla told The Westfield Leader. ditional Turnpike and E-Z Pass debt. In for temporary space and said he’d Abraham. “They’ll see when they get together and help the community,” he offset the cost. Joseph Simunovich the current doing so, millions of dollars have been appreciate any kind of help in getting there how wonderful it is. acknowledged. Sharon Stockwell, a resident of Chairman of the New Jersey Turn- freed up to establish much needed re- information. “We have a terrific interim site. “I expect a lot of learning from Nelson Place, questioned if any other pike Authority will continue in that serve funds for maintenance on the “We knew we had a need, we called There’s nothing hanging over our each other. At the congregational town was doing two decks at the role as the Chairman of the consoli- Garden State Parkway that have never the ministerium and mentioned we heads until we find the right property Seder, the church will learn what we same time. dated roadways. before existed. were looking for interim space,” said (in Scotch Plains),” he added. as Jews do for a Seder,” explained Mr. Goldsmith said that the con- Timothy McDonough, who served Assemblywoman Stender, involved Rabbi Abraham. “Bob Snell said, ‘Is “Everybody is supportive of the Rabbi Abraham. struction of decks depends on the as executive director of the New Jersey heavily in restructuring EZPASS, also it too late? Because we have a spot.’” move and how we’re handling it,” “My hope is that the relationship size of the structures and the de- Highway Authority previous to the con- mentioned that the consolidation helps Pastor Snell asked the church’s gov- said Ms. Weiseman. “They’ll be even will begin in shared space but will mands that need to be met. solidation, will now serve as the deputy assuage EZPASS debt. erning body if Fanwood Presbyterian more so once we get through the continue once the temple is gone,” First Ward Republican Councilman executive director of the Parkway Divi- “EZPASS was a disgrace under could help the temple. beginning of the Jewish New Year. said Pastor Snell. “My expectation is Sal Caruana stated that one deck sion. He will also serve as the Consoli- (Governor) Whitman with how it was “They were enthusiastic about the After the summer and the high that our life as a congregation will be should be built and that the town dation Coordinator to ensure a smooth done with $500,000 in debt and no idea,” Pastor Snell said, although he holydays, the whole congregation will enriched by the proximity to the should see if it works before building merging of the two operations. way to pay it back.” added, “I would be lying if I said be totally relaxed and any feelings of temple and its life. We hope, in turn, a second structure, even though he The consolidation of the roadways New initiatives will soon be put there was absolutely no concern or apprehension should be dispelled.” that the temple’s life will be enriched expects a second deck is needed. will continue to be known as the New into place to speed up EZPASS. The objection. The temple and church share many as well.” Jim Boyes, who served as a mem- Jersey Turnpike Authority. new high speed EZPASS will provide “We have one governing body and of the same interests, and now their Rabbi Abraham also expressed his ber of the Parking Advisory Commit- Governor McGreevey proposed the “smoother transition where you won’t one administrative body in our con- immediacy to one another will help deepest gratitude to Pastor Snell and tee, expressed his personal “disap- merger of the two toll roads during have to slow down and channel your gregation that are responsible for lead- them achieve common goals, accord- the Presbyterian church for allowing pointment” that the council did not his campaign as a means of saving way. There will be consistency where ing our life. They both voted unani- ing to Pastor Snell and Ms. Wieseman. the temple to share a common space. choose to go with two decks on the money and eliminating duplicative the EZPASSes are.” mously in favor of this,” he contin- One initiative in which both are “We are so happy for the church north side. He said that there are a lot processes. As a result of consolidation, $38 ued. already active is housing the home- being such gracious and wonderful of other proposed projects in town “We’ve removed some of the re- million annually and approximately Temple Sholom had been a part of less. Fanwood Presbyterian does so hosts,” said Rabbi Abraham. “I want and that there is concern that the dundancy,” Mr. Lapolla said. “We’ll $270 million over the next seven years the Plainfield community for 90 years. through Sacred Heart Roman Catho- to thank their congregation and staff town is encouraging the deteriora- save $4 million during the first year, will be spent on Garden State Parkway The move involved concessions on lic Church in Plainfield, whereby Sa- for their hospitality.” tion of the overall zoning. and $10 million by 2008. We’ll save bridge repairs, resurfacing and con- both sides, but the temple finally de- Next Tuesday’s public hearing will money on restructuring our debt.” struction projects to better serve New cided that, with a 250-family congre- focus on the South Avenue develop- In May of this year the Legislature Jersey’s motorists. gation, size constraints were holding ment and will begin at 8 p.m. in the the temple back. WF and SP Farmers Markets Council Chambers. “With our 27,000-square-foot building, we could not support our congregation any more,” explained Flourish Despite Soggy Spring Fire Truck WF Adjustment Bd. Requests Ms. Weiseman. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 “It’s been a very safe, quiet commu- Councilman Schon added, “We are nity for us,” she noted. “But the per- in flowers and hanging baskets, as with the market, saying that “the prices Scaling Down of Additions ception of Plainfield in general does well as two bread vendors. and merchandise were very good” and at a point where we want to replace not do well for us. The perception Pain D’Avignon of Long Island City, that she would come back again. one of our old engines with a new unit CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 alone has been our biggest problem. at the Westfield market for the first Camille Giuditta-Sorensen of that will serve Mountainside better. This prepared for board and audience mem- stated that they thought the addition “We did demographics of the area. time this year, uses unbleached flour Westfield, who was equally enthusi- is an all inclusive truck that has a ladder, bers, which strongly opposed the ad- would be an asset to the neighborhood. The bulk of our membership is in the and high quality ingredients in its astic about the market, said, “The a pump and the Jaws of Life.” dition. Board member Frank Isoldi stated, Scotch Plains-Fanwood area, along breads and caters to upscale restau- prices are great, the fruit, the veg- According to Councilman Schon, ear- From the document, she stated “I think it’s a dangerous path to go with the Jewish community. We feel rants and shops in Manhattan, accord- etables and the tremendous bread. It’s lier in the year a study had been done by “This proposed massive addition down, letting people knock down ga- we’re bringing the temple to the coming to Joann Cortese, a Pain D’Avignon perfect.” consultant Bill Peters as to what the needs would loom directly over our entire rages to build additions.” munity, instead of having to bring the employee and Cranford resident. Excessive amounts of rain this of the borough were and how the borough backyard and driveway, resulting in a Chairman Wilt also stated that he didn’t community to the temple.” The farms represented at the spring made it difficult for Jersey farm- could better serve its own community. completely blocked view of the en- like the idea of knocking down a one-story The church, according to Pastor Westfield Market also offer an array ers to plant seed or to apply pesticides One of the recommendations, ac- tire southwestern side of our lot, lack garage to put up a two-story addition. Snell, sees the sharing of its space as of fresh Jersey vegetables, fruits, herbs timely, while the cold temperatures cording to Mr. Schon, was the pur- of privacy, diminished use of our He told Mr. Kuhn, “If we voted on a threefold “mission.” and flowers. and lack of sun caused a delay in the chase of this new all-inclusive fire truck. backyard and significant loss of our this right now, I don’t think it would “We’re reaching out to another Westfield vendor Jeff Duckworth growth of some fruits and vegetables. The next Mountainside Borough real estate value.” pass. I think it should be scaled down.” community of faith, number one,” of Maxwell Farms of Changewater Nick Polanin, Somerset County Ag- Council meeting will be held on Tues- She said that she also objected to the Board member Doris Molowa said Pastor Snell. “Number two, we said that they try to offer “high quality ricultural Agent for the Rutgers Coop- day, August 12, at 8 p.m. proposed addition because she thought stated, “We don’t want houses too big see it as a better utilization of our (produce) that looks presentable and erative Extension, said that the weather it made the neighborhood more for its lot.” space. Thirdly, I feel our lives as a meets the customers’ needs.” impacted crops differently, noting “the crowded, thus negatively impacting the Finally, Board Vice-Chairman Will- people of faith will be enriched by The Sunhaven Farm of Hillsborough corn was the most hard pressed and quality of life and real estate value. iam Heinbokel stated that the town proximity to the temple congrega- has been at the Westfield Market since weeks behind where it should have Soil Erosion In her statement, she said, “The pub- ordinances are in effect for a reason tion.” its inception nine years ago. Owner been.” lic notice states that the Kuhns’ planned and they are not frivolous. He sug- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Rabbi Abraham said he views be- Sue Dicenzo said that the farm has He said that other crops, such as substitution of the area occupied by the gested that the applicant take back the ing a part of the church as a step in a also sold at other markets through the summer fruit and tomatoes, might be ees did not have a 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. detached garage with a two-story addi- plan and re-work it. long “journey” that will culminate years, but that “people in Westfield delayed to a lesser degree, while prices schedule. This, he concluded, showed tion will exceed the 20 percent build- In addition, Mr. and Mrs. Anthony when the temple moves to Scotch are very nice and receptive. They’re may be impacted where the harvest is that the parking spaces would be uti- ing coverage requirement. Furthermore, Ottaviano at 641 Central Avenue were Plains in the future. one of our favorite markets.” diminished. lized at different times of the day and in terms of structural density and ap- asked to re-work their addition, and the “This is a place for us as we con- Clark resident Muriel Katz stopped While some of the farmers said that evening for those employees. pearance, its obvious that a two-story same request was stipulated to Ryan tinue on our journey,” said Rabbi by the Westfield market for the first their prices are comparable to last Planning Board member Robert addition to an existing house will result and Kathleen Oligino of 319 Massa- Abraham. “We plan to bring in new time after purchasing fish for dinner at year’s, others said prices are slightly Newell asked Mr. Weldon if all the in more perceived and actual density chusetts Street. Board members felt members, get the word out, and serve Westfield Seafood. She was pleased higher now, but will go down within parking spaces would be maintained than their existing detached, one-level that their requests also exceeded their the next few weeks, as the full harvest during construction. Mr. Weldon noted garage, even though the footprints are lots and asked the applicants to resub- comes in. that there would be five spaces lost equal.” mit to the board. Although estimates varied, most during construction but that he had Neighbors residing at 319 North Finally, the board granted seven ad- What a farmers agreed that crops are running applied for and was granted five park- Chestnut Street, Laura and Michael dition variances, three front porch vari- 10 days to two weeks behind normal. ing spaces in Municipal Lot Number 9, Berzofsky, also stated that they op- ances and permission for one applicant Corn, being the hardest hit, is cur- which is behind Blockbuster on North posed the addition. to knock down an old garage and erect difference... rently coming from the southern most Avenue. Neighbors in support of the new a new one in its place. portion of New Jersey. Peaches are The third application scheduled to addition, all living on Maple Street, The next meeting of the Board of also from South Jersey now, but local be heard, concerning 1109 and 1113 included Cindy LaFace, Lucy Dunnacic Adjustment will be held on Monday, peaches, nectarines and plums should Columbus Avenue, was postponed to and Kevin Carter. All three neighbors August 11, at 7:30 p.m. be available in a week to 10 days. the August Planning Board meeting, Local Jersey tomatoes, which the as the applicant or any representatives Save $3 farmers agreed are one of their best for the applicant were not present at WESTFIELD sellers, should be available by the last week’s meeting. The next Plan- third or fourth week of July. ning Board meeting is scheduled for 8 POLICE BLOTTER on all As to what impact the extreme p.m. on Monday, August 4. weather will have on the produce WEDNESDAY, JULY 9 possession of a weapon, described by Daylilies itself, Scotch Plains vendor John Ort Eric Ostrowski Named • Brian Englebrook, 44, described by police as a switchblade, following a “Don’t call of Ort Farms said, “As far as quality, police as homeless, was arrested at a motor vehicle stop on South Avenue me Lily” I think some of the stuff it’s actually To Honors List at Tabor North Avenue store and charged with near the Garwood border. He was re- Williams better for, but I don’t think it really shoplifting $300 worth of merchandise. leased on his own recognizance. has a bad effect on any of it, as far as WESTFIELD – Tabor Academy He was also charged with possession • A 14-year-old claimed he was as- taste and quality. Everything is just Headmaster Jay Stroud announced of a weapon, which police identified as saulted at the north side train station by running later because of the cold that Westfield resident Eric a concealed knife. Englebrook was re- a man who accused the youth of scratch- ...A Daylily Makes weather.” Ostrowski was named to the Honors leased after posting $300 bail. ing his automobile with his bicycle. Scotch Plains vendor John Keenan, List for the second semester of the THURSDAY, JULY 10 The victim said the man grabbed him of Corner-Copia of East Windsor, said, 2002-2003 academic year at the • Charles Lemanski, 20, of Sewaren around the neck, causing an abrasion. He There’s over 24 varieties, more than enough “We’ll have a bountiful and good crop; Marion, Mass.-based school. Eric is was arrested on Central Avenue and charged did not require medical attention. Police it’s just that it’s slow in coming, but it the son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter with possession of suspected cocaine and subsequently stopped the man, a for every hour in the garden. Many of the newer will be worth the wait.” possession of drug paraphernalia. He was Mountainside resident, in his car on Ostrowski and a member of the Class released on his own recognizance. South Avenue; however, no complaints varieties are repeat bloomers, meaning that of 2004. FRIDAY, JULY 11 had been filed as of press time. • Michael Samuels, 22, of Rahway • Wayne Evans, 35, of Newark was they will flower on and off all summer long. was arrested and charged with unlawful arrested and charged with disorderly conduct at the south side train station, where Daylilies are one of the easiest perennials to he allegedly was behaving in a belligerent grow. We have hundreds of daylilies in stock, manner. Evans was released by police on The weekend is the perfect time his own recognizance but was transported now in bloom. to rent a movie but unfortunately, Writers to Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center everyone else agrees! Avoid long in Plainfield for examination. Now through July 23rd save $3 on any size SATURDAY, JULY 12 lines and let Deliver-It Video™ Wanted • Adam J. Karnish, 18, and a 17- Daylily. Choose from the popular Stella D’oro or deliver DVD video rentals to your The Westfield Leader and The year-old male, both from Westfield, were pick a new and exciting variety. Oh and did I say home the same day. We even Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood arrested following a motor vehicle stop provide optional pick-up service! at Rahway Avenue and Dorian Road. many are repeat bloomers? (Hey I did, I guess newspapers are seeking freelance The pair were charged with posses- I’m repeating myself). And our prices are even less than writers. In addition to general sion of less than 50 grams of suspected what you currently pay. Find out assignments, specific openings marijuana, possession of drug parapher- how easy renting DVD videos nalia and underage possession of alco- exist starting in the Fall to cover hol. Karnish was released on his own can be by going to our website or the Westfield Board of Educa- recognizance with summonses. The ju- New Summer Hours call Customer Service at 732- tion and the Union County Board venile was released to a responsible adult. 381-3302. You’ll never go to • James Killeen, 38, of Scotch Plains Fri-Tue 9am-6pm • Wed-Thu 9am-7pm of Chosen Freeholders. was arrested at Lamberts Mill and Raritan your old video store again! Freeholder meetings are held Roads and charged with driving while each Thursday evening, and intoxicated. He was released on his own Serving Clark • Cranford • Fanwood Board of Education meetings recognizance to a responsible party. ILLIAMS URSERY Garwood • Scotch Plains • Westfield MONDAY, JULY 14 are held twice a month. • A Settlers Lane resident reported & The Gift House Please e-mail Lauren Pass at that someone unlawfully entered his www.williams-nursery.com garage and rifled through two motor Westfield Chamber of Commerce [email protected] of your 524 Springfield Ave Quick Gift vehicles that were parked inside. Some Westfield • 908-232-4076 Solution Member, 2003 interest and background. of the contents was found strewn in the side yard of the property. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK USPS 485200 Thursday, July 17, 2003 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS OUR 45TH YEAR – ISSUE NO. 30-45 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] Bowcraft to Revise Site Plans For Water Park, Parking Lot By FRED ROSSI would be geared at children aged as it concerns noise abatement. Specially Written for The Times two to 12 years, adding that the new Tim Livolsi, another board mem- The operators of Bowcraft Amuse- facility would “complement” the ber, was concerned that the removal ment Park agreed last week to sub- amusement park. of too many trees, particularly on the mit to the Scotch Plains Zoning Board According to Mr. Marke, the addi- golf course, would negatively alter of Adjustment a set of revised site tion would increase attendance, espe- the view of the property from Route 22. plans for its proposed water park cially on hot summer days when, he Mr. Marke agreed to maintain some after board members expressed some said, potential patrons presently stay buffering trees along the front part of concerns about certain aspects of the away from Bowcraft due to the heat. the golf course while maintaining initial sketches. Ed Martin, a professional engineer that an excessive number of trees At a hearing last Thursday, repre- who designed the proposed facility, would not be removed in the area of sentatives of Marke Enterprises, the said the layouts of the park’s train ride the water park. owner of the amusement park, pre- and car race tracks would both be CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 sented drawings detailing the layout altered a bit to make room for the water of what Marke attorney Robert Kraus park. He added that no new lighting termed “a water playground.” The was proposed for the new facility, which area would be designed for children will be open until 7 p.m. and will be situated in the northeast- As part of the project, Bowcraft’s Planning Bd. ern quadrant of the property on Route parking lot at the base of the Watchung 22. Presently, the area is unutilized Mountains will be redesigned and except for a storage building. paved; Mr. Kraus requested various OKs Front St. The new complex will include a waivers of local requirements as part series of water slides leading to two of the lot’s redesign, which will in- pools, an 18-inch deep wading pond crease the number of available park- Subdivision and a three-foot deep lazy river in ing spaces on the property from about By FRED ROSSI which tubes and other flotation de- Specially Written for The Times Horace R. Corbin for The Times 344 to about 572. IN MEMORY OF…The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders is currently overseeing the construction of a 9/11 vices can be used. The original plans also called for The Scotch Plains Planning Board memorial in Echo Lake Park. The memorial is being funded by tax-deductible contributions and many of the materials Steve Marke, one of Bowcraft’s replacing the miniature golf course gave its approval on Monday night to are being donated. principal owners, said the water park near the park’s entrance with addi- an application by Stage House LLC, tional parking spaces. the owner of the Stage House Inn and Among the waivers Mr. Kraus re- adjacent antique village to subdivide a quested were those pertaining to the parcel of the property so that a portion Plundering Takes Place at Ashbrook construction of concrete islands be- could be sold off and the remaining tween parking rows that would in- segment merged into an adjoining lot. clude trees. The attorney said elimi- John Ferraro, the owner of the Stage nating them would enable parking to House property, will sell a house at be maximized. 1819 Front Street to an organization Reservation, Swamp in Scotch Plains Board members first expressed involved in recruiting students for St. some concern about the number of Christopher College of Medicine, a By DEBORAH MADISON artifacts dating back to the Paleo- The Ashbrook Reservation, owned Director of the Scotch Plains His- trees that would need to be removed medical school that is based abroad. Specially Written for The Times Indian Period, from 10,000 to 8,000 by Union County, is the responsibil- torical Society, Richard Bousquet, to make room for the water park and Paul Leone, speaking to the Plan- A vast source of historical treasure B.C. ity of the Union County Department on the other hand, told The Times that the proposed parking area at the ex- ning Board on behalf of the college, in Scotch Plains is being routinely As evidenced by the numerous of Parks and Recreation. Dan Bernier, he has consulted with local histori- isting golf course. explained that his staff will move plundered with no remedy at hand, pot-holes, scattered throughout the Director of planning and mainte- ans and archeologists, who have con- Board member Ken Anderson noted from its present location on South according to several, local histori- site and reported to The Times of nance for the department, told The firmed that larger areas of the Reser- that a number of the trees provide a Avenue to the larger quarters on Front ans. Scotch Plain-Fanwood by local his- Times that a County-commissioned vation contain historically signifi- good amount of shading and felt their Street. He said he doesn’t foresee any The 616 acres of land, known as torians, amateur archeology buffs study by an archeologist only con- cant artifacts. He also maintains that loss would be detrimental, especially increase in personnel from the present the Ashbrook Reservation or Swamp, have been conducting unauthorized firmed one, small area of the Reser- any amount of trespassing, no matter seven full-time and two part-time on the border of Scotch Plains and digs in the area, confiscating bits and vation, behind the police academy, how infrequent, grossly compromises employees, who will perform admin- Clark, purportedly holds within its pieces of its history, grossly compro- as having historically significant ar- the scientific integrity of the site. istrative and clerical operations in borders, a treasure-trove of ancient mising the site’s scientific integrity. tifacts. To his knowledge, no other Mr. Bousquet said that something Ross to Stay support of the college’s recruitment studies of the Reservation were ever needed to be done to put a stop to the efforts elsewhere in the U.S. conducted and no other areas have trespassing and looting, to preserve Assessor in SP Part of the building’s sale will SP Council Initiates been confirmed to have any artifacts. the historical integrity of the site. involve a minor subdivision of that Mr. Bernier also said that he did Mr. Bernier told The Times that it By ELIZABETH CORRELL property – approximately 75-feet not know of any current “significant would be virtually impossible to se- Specially Written for The Times wide, from Front Street to the north- or systematic plundering” of the site, cure a site as large as the Ashbrook In the July 10 edition of The ern edge of the property line – in Parking Restrictions as has been suggested by some local Swamp. Any attempt to enclose the Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood which that segment of land will be historians. He would rather charac- 616 acres of woods, wetlands and it was erroneously reported that effectively cut in half. The half on terize the extent of the situation as swamp would disrupt the wildlife, Michael Ross would become the which the house at 1819 Front Street occasional trespassers, who may not which must be permitted to roam new Tax Assessor for the Bor- will be designated as a separate lot Near SP-F High School realize they are breaking the law by freely in and out of the area. Accord- ough of Fanwood, and was no for the township tax map and the conducting amateur digging. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 longer working as the Scotch back half will be merged into the By FRED ROSSI of Education. It’s their responsibility Plains Township Tax Assessor. existing adjacent lot that presently Specially Written for The Times to provide and better-manage parking CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Michael Ross will continue to houses the Stage House parking area. After more than an hour of discus- in and around the high school.” James Watson of EKA Associates, a sion with residents, the Scotch Plains serve in his position as the Tax He encouraged students to contact professional planner, told the Plan- Township Council last week passed Assessor for Scotch Plains, and the board about the problem. under a separate contract, will ning Board that an existing deck at the an ordinance that, in an effort to ease Several residents of Monica and back of the house will be removed and the problem of high school students also provide this service for Carol Places spoke in favor of the replaced by parking spaces for the new parking on some of the residential Fanwood. new ordinance, with several telling An inter-local agreement was office’s employees. The undeveloped streets around Scotch Plains- of streets so crowded with student area in the rear half of the subdivided Fanwood High School (SPFHS), will originally considered for his dual cars that maneuvering their own cars property will remain as is. Some minor prohibit parking on Carol and Monica employment. This situation in and out of driveways became ex- would not have been in Mr. Ross’ alterations, including the addition of Places, except for local homeowners. tremely difficult. A handful of resi- handicapped parking spaces, will be While Mayor Martin Marks admit- best interest, due to a state law dents also placed the blame for the made to the existing Stage House park- ted that the new restrictions will likely that would cause him to lose the parking situation on the school board tenure he has earned in his years ing lot as well, he added. result in a student parking problem in and SPFHS administrators. During the presentation, some Plan- a new neighborhood once school be- working for Scotch Plains if he When a resident of neighboring ning Board members expressed con- gins in September, he said the council were to work for two towns si- Cedar Street asked the council why multaneously. cern about the planned installation of was acting after several months of her street was not included in the new brick pavers on Front Street, discussions with local residents, who Mr. Ross will work for the two new restrictions, the mayor, admit- which, they fear, might not conform have complained about excessive stu- towns under two separate con- ting an apparent administrative over- tracts. with pavers installed elsewhere on dent parking on their streets. sight, said similar restrictions would the Stage House property by Mr. Residents said that the parking While continuing to work full be included in an ordinance that will Ferraro several years ago. In the end, problem worsened during the past time in Scotch Plains, Mr. Ross be introduced soon. will work approximately four board members Paulette Coronato and school year, as on-site parking at SPFHS In other business, at its regular Benjamin B. Corbin for The Times Robert LaCosta, not satisfied that the was limited due to construction. THE CHARITY CUP CHAMPS…On Saturday, July 12, the Scotch Plains hours per week in his role as the meeting last Wednesday, the council Tax Assessor for Fanwood. In paver issue had been adequately ad- The new ordinance calls for park- passed a bond ordinance authorizing Policemen’s Benevolent Association (PBA) Local No. 87 and the Scotch Plains Volunteer Fire Association played a charity softball game to raise money for the addition, he will put in any hours dressed, voted against approval of the ing on Carol and Monica Places to be the acquisition of a new senior citi- application while their six colleagues prohibited between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. new Hospice House in town. After a great battle between the teams, the Scotch that are required for tax appeals. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Plains PBA men where victorious. voted in favor. on school days except for residents living on the two streets. Enforce- ment of the ordinance will include the issuance of parking permits to resi- WF and SP Farmers Markets dents for use by them and their guests. The council wanted to enact the ordinance as early in the summer as possible in order to allow signs to be posted on Flourish Despite Soggy Spring the two streets and to give SPFHS officials adequate time to inform student By ELAINE VUONO Great Harvest Bread Company, SPBPA. “It brings people into town drivers of the new restrictions. Specially Written for The Times owned by Barry and Mindy Gold. and makes the town a little bit bet- At the beginning of the public The rainy spring may have delayed According to Ms. Gold, the ter,” he said. hearing on the ordinance, three the summer harvest, but Farmers Westfield based company, mills all “It’s one of my favorite haunts on SPFHS students spoke in opposition Markets in Scotch Plains and Westfield of its own wheat on site, so their a Saturday morning,” said Scotch to the new regulations, with one say- are now offering an array of produce baked goods are completely fresh. Plains resident, Jack Mohn, who has ing it was “inappropriate” to enact and baked goods: from juicy peaches The growers sell a variety of fresh been coming to the market every such restrictions because students will and crisp green beans to aromatic fruits, vegetables and herbs. Most of Saturday for the past five or six years. have to find another, more distant herbs and fresh, crusty bread. the produce is grown on their farms, “They have great produce – how place to park beginning in September. The Farmers Market in Scotch and while some is purchased from can you lose?” he asked. Another student wondered whether, Plains, now in its 10th year, is spon- other farms, all must be grown in Westfield resident, Gerta Mange, if a new parking problem develops in a sored by the Scotch Plains Business New Jersey. has been coming to the Scotch Plains different neighborhood, the council, a and Professional Association (SPBPA) “Everybody I speak to loves it,” market since it opened and said of year from now, would be compelled to and held in the municipal parking lot said Steve Goldberg, President of the CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 enact another set of parking restric- each Saturday morning from 8 a.m. to tions, thus forcing student drivers to 2 p.m., July through October. PAGE INDEX park an even greater distance from the There are three growers at the Benjamin B. Corbin for The Times high school on Westfield Road. Regional...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate...... 12-16 OPEN MARKET…The 10th annual gathering at the Scotch Plains Farmers market and for the first time this Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9 Sports ...... 11-14 Market took place on Saturday July 12 at the Municipal Building parking lot. Mayor Marks said the answer to the year, there is a bread vendor, The parking problem “lies with the Board Community ... 6-7 A&E ...... 17-18 Many came out to sample the fresh fruit and produce. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, July 17, 2003 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Gov. McGreevey Announces Parking Restrictions Near Consolidation of Toll Roads SPFHS Initiated by Council TRENTON – Governor James approved the toll road consolidation CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 McGreevey announced last Wednes- bill, which was later signed by the zens bus. The new $115,000 vehicle nance that will limit parking on Ever- day the management structure for the Governor. will replace the present eight-year- green Avenue to two hours, between 8 consolidation of the New Jersey Turn- Annual savings from operations old that Councilwoman Nancy a.m. and 3 p.m. on school days. pike Authority and the New Jersey are estimated by the Hay Group to Malool said was in disrepair. A public hearing will be held at the Highway Authority. The consolida- begin at $4 million in 2004 and reach “Our seniors have been asking for council’s next meeting on Tuesday, tion of the two roads became effective $9.8 million by 2008. years if they can get a new bus,” she August 12. Councilman Frank Rossi on June 9 following the payment of Assemblywoman Linda Stender said, adding that the bus service trans- had expressed some concern that the outstanding Highway Authority debt. (D-22), a member of the Assembly of ports senior citizens to doctor ap- proposed ordinance was being pre- The existing New Jersey Turnpike Transportation Committee, told the pointments, area shopping malls, sented with no input from neighbor- Authority Board of Commissioners Westfield Leader that, “The consoli- will remain in place with the addition dation means better efficiency where senior meetings and locally spon- hood residents, unlike the process of two new members to be directly dollars are used in a smarter fashion. sored bus trips. followed in the adoption of the park- appointed to the board by the Gover- They can be used to invest in the Mrs. Malool said Recreation Di- ing restrictions on Carol and Monica nor on the recommendation of the infrastructure and pay off some of the rector Ray Poerio said the custom- Places. Senate President and Assembly debt.” ized bus could be delivered by Sep- Since state aid figures were de- Speaker. “This is smart policy and an ac- tember. layed in being certified, the printing Westfield resident Michael Lapolla, complishment. We can generate HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR…Marge Appel, center, recently spoke to the Township Manager Thomas Atkins of the local property tax bills by the executive director of the New Jer- money without raising the tolls.” Fanwood-Scotch Plains Rotary Club of her experiences as a teenager when she said the harsh winter weather and the Union County has been held up, Mr. sey Turnpike Authority will continue Under the terms of the consolida- and her family were separated and sent to prisons and forced into labor camps rainy spring, along with work being Atkins said. If the bills are not ready in that same role overseeing both road- tion, approximately $2.4 billion was during WWII. Mrs. Appel was later shipped in a cattle car to Aushwitz, but was done by Elizabethtown Water Com- by tomorrow, Friday, July 18, then ways. refinanced. Of this amount approxi- one of the few who escaped the crematorium. Only she and one of her sisters pany over the past two months, have the township will mail out estimated Mr. Lapolla said, “With the con- mately $700 million in Highway Au- survived. She came to the United States is 1949. The F-SP Rotary Club meets led to some delays in getting various bills to property owners in time for solidation I’m now the executive di- thority debt was paid off, effectively every Wednesday at noon at Snuffy’s Pantagis on Park Avenue in Scotch Plains. road repair projects underway and the for the August payment. rector of the Turnpike authority, which eliminating the New Jersey Highway Pictured from left are: F-SP Rotary past President Ray Jajko, Mrs. Appel and her husband David Appel, who is also a holocaust survivor. may also result in more roads being At the beginning of its meeting, means I’m in charge of both roadways Authority under the legislation. refurbished this year than originally the council passed a resolution con- and the EZPASS. I now have 2,700 The state took advantage of the anticipated. gratulating Michael Allen for achiev- full time and 1,000 part time employ- current low interest rates to refinance He stated that the Westfield Road ing the rank of Eagle Scout in the ees,” Mr. Lapolla told The Westfield additional Turnpike and E-Z Pass debt. resurfacing project, being done Boy Scouts of America. Leader. In doing so, millions of dollars have WF and SP Farmers Markets jointly with Fanwood, was expected In addition, Mark Lynch was sworn Joseph Simunovich, the current been freed up to establish much Chairman of the New Jersey Turnpike needed reserve funds for maintenance to begin this week, with most of the in as a new member of the Police Authority, will continue in that role as on the Garden State Parkway that Flourish Despite Soggy Spring work being completed before the Department and Police Officer James start of the school year on September Scannell was welcomed back to the the Chairman of the consolidated road- have never before existed. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ways. Assemblywoman Stender, involved 3. He added the resurfacing of West force after 19 months of service in Timothy McDonough, who served heavily in restructuring EZPASS, also the produce, “it’s nice and fresh and summer fruit and tomatoes might be Broad Street should also be finished the New Jersey Air National Guard, as executive director of the New Jersey mentioned that the consolidation helps it’s from New Jersey. Everything is delayed to a lesser degree, while by September. where his tour of duty included time Highway Authority previous to the assuage EZPASS debt. wonderful.” prices may be impacted where the The council introduced an ordi- in Qatar and Afghanistan. consolidation, will now serve as the “EZPASS was a disgrace under The Westfield Farmers Market, in harvest is diminished. deputy executive director of the Park- (Governor) Whitman with how it was its ninthyear, is sponsored by The While some of the farmers said way Division. He will also serve as the done with $500,000 in debt and no Westfield Area Chamber of Com- that their prices are comparable to Consolidation Coordinator to ensure a way to pay it back.” merce (WACC), and held each Thurs- last years, others said prices are Plundering Takes Place at smooth merging of the two operations. New initiatives will soon be put day afternoon from 2 to 7 p.m., July slightly higher now, but will go down The consolidation of the roadways into place to speed up EZPASS. The through October, on the South Av- within the next few weeks, as the full will continue to be known as the New new high speed EZPASS will provide enue side of the train station parking Ashbrook Reservation in SP Jersey Turnpike Authority. “smoother transition where you won’t harvest comes in. Governor McGreevey proposed the have to slow down and channel your lot. Although estimates varied, most CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 merger of the two toll roads during his way. There will be consistency where The market provides “an opportu- farmers agreed that crops are run- ing to Mr. Bernier, fencing in or ship, expert’s consulted by the County campaign as a means of saving money the EZPASSes are.” nity for residents to buy nice, fresh ning ten days to two weeks behind patrolling the area, 24 hours a day, determined that the site’s ecosystem and eliminating duplicative processes. As a result of consolidation, $38 produce” and also helps out smaller normal. Corn, being the hardest hit, would not be practical or affordable. would be damaged by the creation of “We’ve removed some of the re- million annually and approximately farmers, said Warren Rorden of the is currently coming from the South- Because of the layout of the land, ball fields due to the need to remove dundancy,” Mr. Lapolla said. “We’ll $270 million over the next seven years WACC. ern most portion of New Jersey. much of the site is contained within a large number of trees and the save $4 million during the first year, will be spent on Garden State Park- He notes that this year, the market Peaches are also from South Jersey deeply wooded areas, making it vir- Township’s request was denied. and $10 million by 2008. We’ll save way bridge repairs, resurfacing and has been moved to the east side of the now, but local peaches, nectarines tually impossible to patrol, he ex- In a letter from George Devanney, money on restructuring our debt.” construction projects to better serve South Avenue parking lot, (near and plums should be available in a plained. Neither the County nor the Deputy County Manager at the time, In May of this year the Legislature New Jersey’s motorists. Westfield Seafood), offering easier week to ten days. local police department had the thou- to the Township Mayor, Martin Marks, access and more parking for custom- sands of dollars it would cost or the Mr. Devanney told the mayor that the Local Jersey Tomatoes, which the manpower to patrol the entire site, ers. site needed to be explored for any farmers agreed are one of their best Mr. Bernier stated. The market offers several growers potential archeological significance Three SPFHS Students Spend sellers, should be available by the “Of course the County is concerned before being used or developed. to choose from, including one spe- third or fourth week of July. about any trespassing and wants to Mayor Marks told The Times that cializing in flowers and hanging bas- As to what impact the extreme protect the site,” Mr. Berneir said. he found it “curiously coincidental” Summer at Governor’s Schools kets, as well as two bread vendors. weather will have on the produce He said he would consult with that the historical significance of the SCOTCH PLAINS — Three Scotch nars, field experiences, and evening Pain D’Avignon of Long Island itself, Scotch Plains vendor, John Ort local police to investigate the reports site came up only after the Township Plains-Fanwood High School (SPFHS) programs, and participation in a visual City, at the Westfield market for the of Ort Farms, said, “As far as quality, of looting and emphasized that any- wanted several acres for ball fields. juniors have been accepted into presti- and performing arts program that rec- first time this year, uses unbleached I think some of the stuff it’s actually one caught trespassing or taking any- “If there was some historical signifi- gious Governor’s Schools for the sum- ognizes the special relationship be- flour and high quality ingredients in better for, but I don’t think it really has thing from the site would be pros- cance to the site, why not some effort mer of 2003. tween environmental experience and their breads and caters to upscale a bad effect on any of it, as far as taste ecuted to the fullest extent of the law. years ago to study, research, celebrate Varun Ponmudi is attending the artistic expression. restaurants and shops in Manhattan, and quality. Everything is just run- The archeological history of the and promote it? Nothing was said Governor’s School in the Sciences at Nancy Twu is participating in the according to Joann Cortese, Pain ning later because of the cold weather.” Ashbrook Swamp began more than about this until we sought the land for Drew University in Madison where he Governor’s School of Engineering and D’Avignon employee and Cranford Scotch Plains vendor, John Keenan, one and a half million years ago, ball fields,” Mayor Marks remarked. will select courses from a core curricu- Technology at Rutgers, the State Uni- resident. of Corner-Copia of East Windsor, said, when the earth’s crust was being As it is a County-owned piece of lum that includes biology, chemistry, versity of New Jersey. There she will The farms represented at the reformed by the ice age, according to property, Mr. Marks said that it would mathematics, physics, computer sci- experience courses in Engineering Ori- “We’ll have a bountiful and good Westfield Market also offer an array crop; it’s just that it’s slow in coming, Mr. Bousquet. As vast ice sheets not be the jurisdiction of the local ence, and anthropology. entation, Information Technology, Fu- moved across northeast New Jersey, police to patrol the area, but rather Stephen Tavares is attending the tures in Engineering and other courses of fresh Jersey vegetables, fruits, but it will be worth the wait.” herbs and flowers. expanding and contracting, large the responsibility of the County, who Governor’s School on the Environment in math and physical sciences. amounts of iron ore and other miner- at Richard Stockton College of New Students who are accepted into the Westfield vendor, Jeff Duckworth has their own police force. Jersey. This school’s program is struc- highly competitive Governor’s Schools of Maxwell Farms of Changewater, als were deposited in Scotch Plains, “Presumably, that is what the which lay at the edge or “terminal tured around intensive course work in undergo a rigorous selection process. said that they try to offer “high qual- County police do,” Mayor Marks Bowcraft moraine,” of a moving glacier. These such areas as Pinelands ecology and Varun, Stephen and Nancy were rec- ity (produce) that looks presentable remarked. “I would assume it is their policy, environmental protection and ommended by their high school teach- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 deposits made much of Union County responsibility to patrol this park.” and meets the customers’ needs.” a plentiful source of minerals for The disposition of the land, for now, economic development, computer car- ers and administrators on the basis of The Sunhaven Farm of Near the end of the two-and-a-half their academic performance, their hour hearing, board members also forging tools by Paleolithic Indians. remains in County hands, restricted by tography, community design, pollution Hillsborough has been at the and public health, the quality of urban wide-ranging extracurricular activities expressed concerns about the rede- The Red Hill of Ashbrook Swamp environmental concerns and a lack of life, air and water pollution, marine and interests, and personal qualities Westfield Market since its inception signed parking lot. was so named because of its red hue, funds, from being protected, explored science, pesticides, food and hunger, such as motivation, dedication to ex- nine years ago. Owner Sue Dicenzo Board Chairman James Fawcett observable from an aerial view, cre- or developed. Mr. Bernier said that the native cultures and the environment, cellence, a strong work ethic, natural said that their farm has also sold at asked for designs to be prepared that ated by the hill’s large, iron deposits. County needed a grant or a private environmental law, and global ecosys- curiosity, passion for their subject mat- other markets through the years, but would show how the lot would ap- Because of the site’s rich deposits of investor, who would donate the money tems. ter, interpersonal skills, and self-dis- that “people in Westfield are very pear if it included the concrete is- minerals, numerous, prehistoric vil- to secure the site and protect it from In addition, there are integrative semi- cipline. nice and receptive. They’re one of lages and trading posts, spanning thou- lands. He said the islands would pro- compromise until future generations of our favorite markets.” sands of years, sprang up in the Swamp. historians could uncover and interpret Clark resident Muriel Katz stopped vide “a hallway” for families with The Ashbrook Reservation has its potential, historical significance. He by the Westfield market for the first children to pass safely through the come to the forefront of the news explained that future historians will What a time after purchasing fish for dinner lot without having to maneuver when the Township of Scotch Plains have better scientific methods of un- at Westfield Seafood. She was pleased through passing auto traffic. sought permission from the County covering and interpreting archeologi- with the market, saying, “the prices Several board members also ex- to develop an 11-acre ball field com- cal sites that have been compromised, difference... and merchandise were very good,” pressed a desire to see the access plex at the site. After a $100,000 so there was an efficacy in just waiting and that she would come back again. from Route 22 into the parking area feasibility study, paid for by the Town- and holding onto what remained. Camille Giuditta-Sorensen of widened from what some felt is its Westfield, who was equally enthusi- presently narrow condition. astic about the market, said, “The Several residents who live near Fairleigh Dickinson Names Save $3 prices are great, the fruit, the veg- Bowcraft spoke with Henry Johnsen etables and the tremendous bread. of Glenside Avenue receiving confir- on all It’s perfect.” mation that there will be no access to Hallard to Trustees Board Excessive amounts of rain this the park from Juniper Lane. His wife, spring made it difficult for Jersey Karen Johnsen, expressed some con- SCOTCH PLAINS – Wayne the university and impressive com- Hallard of Scotch Plains has been munity involvement, he brings wide Daylilies farmers to plant seed or to apply cern that the water park and added “Don’t call pesticides timely, while the cold tem- named to the Board of Trustees of experience to this position.” parking capacity will lead to mas- Mr. Hallard has served on the Board me Lily” peratures and lack of sun caused a Fairleigh Dickinson University. Williams sive overcrowding at the facility. As the new president of the of Directors of the Volunteer Center delay in the growth of some fruits Mr. Kraus and Mr. Martin agreed University’s Alumni Association’s of Greater Essex County and the and vegetables. to design new renditions of the water Board of Governors, Mr. Hallard Greater Newark Chamber of Com- Nick Polanin, Somerset County park and parking lot that will address holds a seat on the University Board merce. He has been active with the ...A Daylily Makes Agricultural Agent for the Rutgers of Trustees. Newark Jaycees and is a past presi- Cooperative Extension, said that the the board’s concerns. Dr. J. Michael Adams, President of dent and chairman of the board of weather impacted crops differently, It is likely the hearing will con- the University, stated, “In represent- that organization. There’s over 24 varieties, more than enough noting, “the corn was the most hard clude at the board’s next meeting on ing the 100,000 alumni of Fairleigh In 1994, Mr. Hallard was honored pressed and weeks behind where it Thursday, September 4, although it Dickinson, Wayne Hallard will be an with the Distinguished Service Award for every hour in the garden. Many of the newer should have been.” is possible that a special meeting important addition to the board.” from the Scotch Plains-Fanwood could be held before then. He added, “With two decades of Youth Baseball Association. He has varieties are repeat bloomers, meaning that He said that other crops such as experience in the finance department served as Senior Umpire for over 20 they will flower on and off all summer long. of Verizon, his deep knowledge of years. After distinguishing himself as a Daylilies are one of the easiest perennials to student, both academically and in grow. We have hundreds of daylilies in stock, campus service, Mr. Hallard earned The weekend is the perfect time Writers a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics now in bloom. to rent a movie but unfortunately, and Finance. He received a Master of Now through July 23rd save $3 on any size everyone else agrees! Avoid long Wanted Business Administration in Econom- lines and let Deliver-It Video™ ics from Fairleigh Dickinson Univer- Daylily. Choose from the popular Stella D’oro or The Westfield Leader and The sity. deliver DVD video rentals to your Times of Scotch Plains- Mr. Hallard has been a member of pick a new and exciting variety. Oh and did I say home the same day. We even Fanwood newspapers are seek- the University’s Alumni Board of many are repeat bloomers? (Hey I did, I guess provide optional pick-up service! ing freelance writers. In addi- Governors for six years and has taken And our prices are even less than a leadership role in the Alumni-in- I’m repeating myself). tion to general assignments, Admissions Committee – participat- what you currently pay. Find out specific openings exist starting in college nights at local high how easy renting DVD videos ing in the Fall to cover the schools, making presentations to can be by going to our website or Westfield Board of Education guidance counselors and meeting call Customer Service at 732- with students regarding scholar- New Summer Hours and the Union County Board ships. Fri-Tue 9am-6pm • Wed-Thu 9am-7pm 381-3302. You’ll never go to of Chosen Freeholders. In addition, he has volunteered his your old video store again! Freeholder meetings are held time to the Annual Fund Committee each Thursday evening, and as co-chairman and the Career Man- Serving Clark • Cranford • Fanwood agement Center’s network nights. His ILLIAMS URSERY Garwood • Scotch Plains • Westfield Board of Education meetings wife, Deborah, is also a graduate of are held twice a month. the university. & The Gift House Please e-mail Lauren Pass at Mr. Hallard is included in the 2002 www.williams-nursery.com editions of “Who’s Who in the 524 Springfield Ave Quick Gift Westfield Chamber of Commerce [email protected] of your World,” “Who’s Who in America,” Westfield • 908-232-4076 Solution Member, 2003 interest and background. and “Who’s Who in Finance and In- dustry.” CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 2 Thursday, July 17, 2003 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Former County Counsel, Manya Ungar Recalled Mr. O’Dwyer, Remembered For Tireless Advocacy

By FRED ROSSI also noted that he had “shepherded Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times many young law interns, instructing On Behalf of Education Scotch Plains resident Jeremiah them and assisting them as they By SUZETTE F. STALKER friendship during the time we were O’Dwyer, who recently retired as studied for the bar.” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times together,” she added. Union County Counsel, died last Andrew Baron, a past Scotch Scotch Plains resident Manya Judy Cole, now living in Man- week at age 71 – several days after Plains Township Attorney who for- Ungar was remembered by family, hattan, recalled how she and Mrs. a retirement dinner was held in his merly worked with Mr. O’Dwyer in friends and colleagues this week as Ungar founded and co-directed the honor. the County Counsel’s office, called a tireless advocate for education Scotch Plains-Fanwood Summer Mr. O’Dwyer served in several him “a lawyer’s lawyer, which is the and enrichment of youth – goals Theater Workshop, a venue that for positions in Elizabeth during his 19 most honorable compliment you can she avidly pursued from the local some dozen years provided hun- years of county service, including get in this profession.” to the national level. dreds of young people with a lively attorney for the county Planning Mr. O’Dwyer, who lived in Scotch A township resident for four de- introduction to theater. Plains with his wife, Azella, cades, Mrs. Ungar, 75, died at Beginning in 1967, the group was born in New York City Muhlenberg Regional Medical Cen- staged full-length musicals such as and raised in Harrison. He ter in Plainfield last Thursday of Mame, The Sound of Music, Gypsy, graduated from Seton Hall acute adult leukemia. Oklahoma! and Bye, University and from Fordham Mrs. Ungar was Bye Birdie. They Law School. Horace Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times long active with the were originally per- After stints in the United UBS DONATION…UBS-Paine Webber has changed its name to UBS Financial Parent-Teacher Asso- formed at Park and States Army and Army Re- Services Inc. President of Union County College Dr. Thomas Brown, third from ciation (PTA), begin- then Terrill Middle the left, is pictured receiving a $10,500 check donated by UBS in honor of the ning on the local serve, Mr. O’Dwyer clerked name change. Pictured, left to right, are: John Dugan, Financial Advisor; Larry Schools and later at for Union County Superior Rudolph, Senior Vice-President of Investments; Dr. Brown; Louise Yohalem, level in 1958. Over Scotch Plains- Court Assignment Judge Executive Director of Development for the UCC Foundation; Louis Sforza, the years, she con- Fanwood High Walter Hetfield, 3rd, and, af- Branch Manager; Roslyn Rosenberg, First Vice President; and Client Service tinued to devote a School. ter passing the New Jersey Bar, Associates Susan Hoyt, Susan McDonough and Luvena Levy. “tremendous amount In addition to giv- joined the Westfield law firm of time” to issues and ing youth a taste of of Dughi & Johnstone, where programs benefiting live theater, the he eventually became a part- County Child Safety Seat public education and workshop also ner. Later, he opened a law children, said her helped foster self- firm with John Malone, now a husband, H. F. “Skip” confidence and new Superior Court Judge. Inspection Dates Announced Ungar. friendships, accord- Mr. Baron told The Westfield She first became ing to Mrs. Cole, Leader and The Times of WESTFIELD – Roberto In 2002, approximately 95 percent involved with the lo- who said she has Scotch Plains-Fanwood that Rodriguez, the Director of the New of inspections found car seats in- cal PTA when her son Manya Ungar kept in touch with a Mr. O’Dwyer “took the two Jersey Division of Highway Safety, stalled improperly, which remains Paul was preparing to number of former very demanding professions visited the Union County Police the case in 2003. Seat fitting inspec- enter kindergarten, prompted by workshop participants in the years Department on North Avenue in tions are held at the Union County concern over a lack of sidewalks Jeremiah O’Dwyer of law and politics and showed since. many attorneys like myself the Westfield on July 10. Mr. Rodriguez Police Department on Wednesdays and crossing guards to safeguard She added that some of these right way to do things. He observed the Union County Child and Thursdays from 7 to 11 a.m., children who had to walk to school alumni have gone on to careers in Board, Assistant County Counsel, made it an easy transition (for me) Safety Seat Fitting program, which with no appointment necessary. along Martine Avenue in Fanwood, the entertainment industry, most Deputy County Counsel, Acting to go from the County Counsel’s has been classified as the model for Some of the common types of where she and her family then lived. notably Marc Shaiman, who re- County Counsel and, until late last office to Scotch Plains Township the State of New Jersey. improper installation and use are: Over the years, she rose through cently won a Tony Award for month, County Counsel. Attorney” in 1999. “The Union County Child Safety harnesses too loose/using wrong the ranks, serving as President of Hairspray. He was a fixture on the dais at In addition to his wife, Mr. Seat Fitting program educates families slots, seat wrong size/recalled/sec- the New Jersey State PTA from “We taught them about musical meetings of the county Freeholder O’Dwyer is survived by a son. The about the way to install child car seats ond-hand, seat too loose/facing 1979 to 1981. Mrs. Ungar eventu- comedy, we taught them about the- Board, which passed a resolution at funeral was held last Monday at the properly,” said Freeholder Chairwoman wrong direction/not routed correctly, ally became Vice President of Leg- ater and we taught them about be- its June 19 meeting honoring Mr. Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman Deborah Scanlon. “Since 2000, over and seat ill-fitted for vehicle. islative Activities for the National ing a family, which is what you O’Dwyer for his service and thank- Catholic Church in Scotch Plains. 15,000 seats have been inspected. This The technicians also provide off- PTA and was President of the orga- become when you’re involved in a ing him for his many years of dedi- Mr. O’Dwyer was interred at St. is a program that saves lives.” site weekend seat clinics at various nization from 1987 to 1989. theater production for six to eight cation to Union County. Teresa’s Cemetery in Summit. The Union County Police will in- locations. Weather permitting, the “We had a wonderful relation- weeks,” Mrs. Cole stated. The resolution, which was also spect and install child car seats to scheduled seat clinics for July through ship,” recalled Millie Waterman of Mrs. Ungar, who came from a read at Mr. O’Dwyer’s retirement The Leader/Times make sure it fits correctly to ensure a September are: Saturday, July 19, at Mentor, Ohio, who knew Mrs. theatrical background herself, was dinner at the beginning of this month, child’s safety. Children’s Specialized Hospital, New Ungar for almost a quarter of a a pianist, sang and had appeared on said “his wealth of knowledge, ex- Archives on the ‘Net Providence Road in Mountainside, century. Mrs. Waterman served as television years ago, according to pertise and sound counsel has been goleader.com WF 5k Race Expects from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Sunday, Sep- Legislative Vice President, acting Mrs. Cole. “I will miss her enor- a wellspring for the county,” and tember 7, Fanwood Safety Day, Down- as a lobbyist for the National PTA, mously, forever,” her friend said. Turnout of 1,500 People town Fanwood, 1 to 6 p.m.; Saturday, during Mrs. Ungar’s tenure at the Shirley Igo of Plainview, Tex., WESTFIELD – The second an- September 13, Babies ‘R’ Us, Route helm of the organization. Immediate Past President of the Personal Injury. . . nual Downtown Westfield 5k and 22 East, Union, 12 to 4 p.m., and “She was a great communicator, National PTA, was equally lauda- Pizza Extravaganza is set for July 24. Saturday, September 27, Plainfield a fabulous advocate for children, tory in reminiscing about Mrs. The 5k will start at 7 p.m. on East Fire Department, Hub and Stein Field, and any job that Manya did, she did Ungar. Mrs. Igo had also served for PERSONAL ATTENTION Broad Street at Elm Street and will Plainfield, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. very well,” Mrs. Waterman said. four years as Legislative Vice Presi- take place rain or shine. For information on having a child “She was articulate, she was intel- dent for the organization. For more information, call the seat inspected, call the Union County ligent, and the strongest advocate “She was quite a role model for THE ONLY ATTORNEY Downtown Westfield Corporation at Safety Seat Fitting Station at (908) for children that I’ve ever known.” those of us who worked in legisla- INVOLVED IN YOUR CASE (908) 789-9444. 654-9830. While serving as President of the tion because of her commitment, National PTA, Mrs. Ungar estab- enthusiasm and deep knowledge of lished a partnership between her legislative issues,” said Mrs. Igo, nlimited organization and the Centers for who knew Mrs. Ungar for 13 years. U 15 East Broad St. Westfield, NJ Disease Control to provide AIDS “She was not only very knowl- “25 Years of Experience ommunications 908.654.6440 education to parent groups. edgeable but had a strong sense of Settling Significant Injury C Mrs. Ungar was also an outspo- how to motivate our membership to and Accident Cases.” ken opponent of violence on televi- participate,” Mrs. Igo continued. wireless sion and ardently believed that “par- “(Mrs. Ungar) was a very articu- Authorized Retailer ent involvement was the key to the late, very avid and enthusiastic Unlimited success of all children,” Mrs. speaker on issues our organization Night & Weekend Waterman stated. considers very important to youth,” Airtime Minutes “She was one of the greatest she added. “She had a great love of FRANCIS M. SMITH on the America’s ChoiceSM network friends you could ever have. 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Temple Sholom LaGrande and Martine Avenues, Fanwood Mailing Address: P.O. Box 539, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 908-889-4900 (phone) [email protected] (e-mail) www.sholomnj.org (website) 908-889-9920 (fax) CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, July 17, 2003 Page 3 Union County Freeholders NJ Attorney General’s Office Swear in Board Appointees Cautions on Amusement Games AREA – The State of New Jersey If you think that you may have been By MICHAEL POLLACK and Capece of Westfield, who rep- has rules in place to ensure that board- cheated at an amusement game at the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times resent Salena Carroll, Michael walk and amusement games of shore, an amusement park or fair, The Union County Board of Murray, James Daley, and George chance are conducted fairly. While contact the New Jersey Division of Chosen Freeholders agenda meet- Devanney in the matter entitled most games are operated legitimately, Consumer Affairs’ Legalized Games ing of July 10 began with several Joseph Renna v. Salena Carroll, some are not. of Chance Control Commission at individuals taking their oaths of Michael Murray, James Daley, and The state’s Attorney General’s (973) 273-8000. Complaints may also office. George Devanney in an additional Office recommends that the follow- be sent by e-mail to Thomas Boland, Vincent sum of $5,000. ing things be checked before paying askconsumeraffairs.com or mailed to DeNave, Paul Leso, Joseph Groder, Mr. Renna had been brought to for a game: P.O. Box 46000, Newark, NJ 07101. and Ralph Strano represented the court originally for “conduct unbe- All games must be licensed and Air, Traffic, and Noise Advisory coming” that concerned costing the the license must be posted. Board. county money in a failed newslet- Rules for the game must be clearly Sidewalk Sale to ter. Following the disciplinary hear- Jay Bloom was appointed to the Horace Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times posted. If you can’t understand the Cultural and Heritage Advisory ing, he was given a 45-day suspen- HEALTHY MEETING...Asm. Jon Bramnick (R-21) holds the first ‘Make it rules don’t play the game. Run July 17-20 Board. sion. Subsequently, Mr. Renna filed Simple’ task force meeting to discuss health care improvements at the Acqua An operator cannot change the WESTFIELD — Sidewalk Sale Carolyn Vollero joined the Im- this lawsuit against the county for Viva Restaurant in Westfield last Thursday. rules during game play. Days will take place, rain or shine, in provement Authority. Gregg David what he feels is a “conspiracy con- The maximum charge to play a downtown Westfield from Thursday, represented the Motion Picture Ad- cerning the initial case.” game is $5. The price must be posted. July 17 through Sunday, July 20. visory Board. Lou Fernandez, County Manager George Asm. Bramnick Holds First An operator must give you your Retailers will be bustling as they set Ralph Salermo, Phillip Connelly, Devanney is looking to enter into an change back immediately. If he or up tables, displaying bargains. and Carlos Silva were ushered in as agreement with Aruspex, LLC, of she holds your change, they may try The “Mad-Hatter” will entertain members of the Workforce Invest- Mountainside, to serve the New Jer- Meeting of ‘Make It Simple’ to entice you to continue playing the on Friday, July 18 from 3 to 5 p.m., ment Board. sey Licensed Nursing Home Ad- WESTFIELD — Assemblyman Jon and John Vorhees, owner of The NIA game longer than you wish to. on Saturday, July19 from 10 a.m. to Under new business, departments ministrator for Runnells Special- Bramnick (R-21) held the first meet- Group, one of the state’s largest in- Never agree to play an amusement 12 noon, and on Sunday July 20 from elected representatives to address ized Hospital, and shall be adminis- ing of his ‘Keep It Simple Task Force’ surance brokers. game for a cash prize, it is against 10 a.m. to 12 noon. “Chips the the board on new resolutions that tratively responsible for all aspects on July 9. The task force’s focus is to “The main goal of the Task Force state law. Clown” will be downtown on Satur- will be further examined on the of the facility. The contract can be develop initiatives that improve the is to make it easier for doctors and A prize must be labeled indicating day, July 19 and Sunday, July 20 next meeting on Thursday, July 24. terminated by either party with a doctor-patient-insurance company patients to work through the medical what it takes to win it. If you can’t from 1 to 4 p.m. Frank Dann Jr., of the Depart- 60-day notice, and dates from Au- relationship and enhance the medical delivery system. The bottom line figure out how to win a prize, be wary. Balloon artistry and face painting ment of Engineering and Public gust 1, 2003 to June 30, 2004, in an delivery system in New Jersey. must be the care of patients,” said If the game and prizes look like they will be free throughout the four-day Works, proposed several resolu- amount not to exceed $77,917. Serving on the Task Force are As- Asm. Bramnick. are too good to be true, don’t play. event. Giveaways and popcorn will tions. “This is an increase in personnel semblyman Bramnick; Assembly- The first meeting of the Task Force A complete set of rules of play for be provided at the corner of East One grants permission to the council,” County Manager man Eric Munoz, M.D., a trauma dealt with a wide range of issues most amusement games is available Broad Street and Elm Streets. Borough of Fanwood and CON- Devanney explained. surgeon at the University of Medi- including fees paid by insurance com- on the Internet at www.state.nj.us/ The Downtown Westfield Corpo- TACT We Care to hang a banner “It’s required by state statute to cine and Dentistry of New Jersey panies to doctors for medical proce- lps/ca/lgccc.htm. ration (DWC) is sponsoring this event. across South Martine Avenue in have someone who is licensed by (UMDNJ); Dr. Joel Rock, Chief of dures, delays in processing claims Fanwood, from July 25 to August the state, whose license hangs at Anesthesiology at Muhlenberg Medi- and payment to doctors. Rising pre- 18 promoting the eighth annual the hospital,” County Manager cal Center in Plainfield and John F. miums for smaller sized employers CONTACT We Care 5K Race to be Devanney said. Kennedy Medical Center in Edison; was also discussed. held Saturday, August 16. Further, The meeting had a somber un- Noreen Lund, a registered nurse; By rejecting some types of treat- it grants permission to the Bor- dertone with the recent passing of Casey Woodruff, a former assistant ments, doctors on the task force said ough of Fanwood and CONTACT the recently retired County Coun- Union County prosecutor; Dr. Tho- insurance carriers are now making We Care to close Martine Avenue sel, Jeremiah O’Dwyer. mas Lewis, an internist; Dr. Gregory medical decisions. In one case Dr. (from Martine Avenue to North In a statement from County Man- Oliver, a colon and rectal surgeon; Sklans had to treat a young patient Avenue), and La Grande Avenue ager DeVanney and Chairwoman Dr. Stephen Sklans, an oral surgeon, for an infection in one of the bones in (from Martine Avenue to Helen Scanlon, the Board expressed its the child’s jaw. The insurance com- Street) on Saturday, August 16 deepest sympathies on the loss. pany rejected payment to the oral from 5:30 to 7 p.m. for the race. “Today, the County of Union suf- Trailside to Present surgeon on the basis the procedure Another resolution including the fered a devastating loss with the was not dental surgery. awarding of a professional service passing of our recently retired Phenomenal Physics The task force also discussed the contract to Dean Talcott, PE, T.A. County Counsel, Jeremiah MOUNTAINSIDE — Mr. Fish, a possibility of requiring insurance – Talcott Consulting Services, Inc. O’Dwyer.” renowned circus performer who companies to disclose all limita- of Fanwood, NJ, for monitoring the “It’s especially tough for his wife, toured for seven years with The Big tions on medical plans. Assembly- WINE AND CHEESE…The Fanwood Republican Club recently held their annual Bridge/Culvert Replacement/Reha- Zell, his son, Dennis, his extended Apple Circus, will present “Phenom- man Bramnick recommended legis- Wine and Cheese Party. Pictured from left are: Mayor Louis Jung, Senator Thomas bilitation Program in the amount of family in his beloved law depart- enal Physics” at Trailside Nature & lation be introduced penalizing in- Kean, Jr, Councilman Dave Trumpp and Council President Joel Whitaker. $75,000 to commence August 1, ment, and the Freeholder Board. Science Center on Wednesday, July surance companies for not paying 2003 to July 31, 2004. All of us know him very well and 23 at 1:30 p.m. doctors in a timely fashion and not Under the Department of Opera- admired him so very much.” Using everyday household objects, permitting insurance companies tions and Facilities, Richmond “Jerry was an icon in Union Mr. Fish offers a humorous and ex- from reducing payments to doctors Lapolla introduced a resolution au- County government who served as citing performance incorporation without prior notice. thorizing a professional service a moral compass for Freeholder “kid-friendly” demonstrates on the The ‘Make It Simple Task Force’ is contract with The Musial Group, of Boards during a career that spanned principles of aerodynamics, friction, expected to meet again in September to Mountainside, for the design of a through three decades. Jerry was a air pressure and more. continue to develop legislation to im- Jim Hely fire alarm system in the Union quiet, yet unassuming man who “Phenomenal Physics” is for chil- prove the health care delivery system. EISEMAN ELY County Tower Building, in an never asked for much, but always dren ages 4 and older only. No in- Anyone who would like to express W H amount not to exceed $52,000. gave so much of his time to others, fants or babies in strollers are alan opinion to the task force may do DIGIOIA Joseph Sharp, representing the public service, and to charitable lowed in the auditorium. Tickets are so by submitting a letter to the Make See us in the Verizon Yellow Pages. 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PUBLICATION ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ THE TIMES The Westfield Leader of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Letters to the Editor — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— DD Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield DDTM and the Township of Scotch Plains Westfield Resident Says Stop Diction Deception Member of: Member of: New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association The NIMBY’s And Build a Deck Below are four arcane words, each National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association with four definitions – only one is cor- Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Fanwood Business & Professional Association The parking garage has been an idea The town could also consider meters rect. The others are made up. Are you Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey in Westfield for so many years, I actu- in front of the houses where everyone sharp enough to discern this deception of P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 • 1906 Bartle Avenue ally forget when it all started. But, it parks, and the town can make money. diction? Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 has done nothing but cost money. So The meters would also be required to If you can guess one correctly – good guess. If you get two – well-read indi- Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 for all the residents who are screaming be paid by the residents — even if about this garage (many of whom live there was no driveway on their prop- vidual. If you get three – word expert. If POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at miles away), I have a replacement idea erty — but they would not have to see you get all four – You must have a lot of P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 that will stop you from screaming about that ugly parking garage. free time! PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. a parking garage. And remember, you have removed All words and correct definitions Members of the Town Council and the restrictions so snowplows would come from the board game Diction Mr. Mayor, here is my idea. have to forget about plowing NIMBY Deception. Michelle H. LePoidevin Horace R. Corbin Fred K. Lecomte To stop the NIMBY (Not In My streets too because the cars would be Answers to last week’s arcane A&E and EDUCATION PUBLISHER MARKETING DIRECTOR Backyard) residents, I suggest you re- allowed to park. words. Michael L. Bartiromo Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin move all two hour parking from the The residents need to stop crying 1. Laager – To arrange or form in a MARKETING & PRODUCTION defensive enclosure COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS residential streets and allow 12 to 24 about who gets the garage and put their Robert P. Connelly hour parking. Now everyone can be in effort into a nice design. 2. Pratti – Cymbals Lauren S. Pass Karen M. Hinds MANAGER, BUSINESS SYSTEMS your front yards. This town needs a parking garage. 3. Uletic – Pertaining to the gums 4. Tussah – An undomesticated Asi- ASSIGNMENT EDITOR OFFICE MANAGER Ben Corbin Allow all the people who could use Greg Ryan SERVICES a parking garage to use all the town atic silkworm SUBSCRIPTION PRICE Westfield One-year – $24 • Two-year – $46 • Three-year – $66 • One-year college (September to May) – $16 streets without a restriction. EUSTOMATOUS 1. Artistically suited for show or dis- play SPFHS Project Graduation 2003 2. Awkward; clumsy 3. Having a well-developed mouth The Many Facets of Health Care Thanks Community for Support 4. Resounding; very loud SMARAGDINE The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Mendham Health & Racquet Club. 1. Pertaining to the emerald School PTA hosted Project Gradua- The graduates swam, played basket- 2. Resembling a pea in shape and size Need to Be Made Simpler for NJ tion 2003, a fantastic fun-filled all ball, racquetball and tennis, made 3. Producing smoke or soot night celebration for all graduating photo memorabilia and music videos. 4. Withered or emaciated Assemblyman Jon Bramnick (R-21) of Westfield In 1992, the health care industry in New Jersey seniors on Tuesday, June 24. The PTA A DJ entertained the entire time and a FLUCTISONOUS has started a task force to address health care issues became deregulated, as did much of the country, in sponsors this event annually to pro- hypnotist provided an hour long show. 1. Trembling; shaking vide a final social event for the entire All through the night the seniors were 2. To be or become dim in the State of New Jersey. He calls it ‘Make It attempt to create market driven competition for the senior class-before they head off to well fed with the food provided by 3. Resembling the sound of waves Simple.’ His concept starts from the fact that the purpose of cost control. Since that time, many college, trade school or work-in a parents and local merchants. Thank 4. Putrid; foul-smelling health care issues are so broad, complex and involve smaller companies and facilities in the industry safe, alcohol and drug free environ- you to all the parents and community PETARD ment on what is statistically the most members who chaperoned and worked 1. A pustule or pimple so many people and groups that it’s nearly impos- consolidated into larger entities – or did not survive dangerous night of the year for high the event. 2. A kind of firecracker sible to get anything done to improve matters. So, at all. Now, there is concern that the giant insurers, school students. This event could not be possible 3. A shoemaker The event is run with lots of volun- without everyone’s generosity and 4. A scallop or large mollusk the task force intends to address small and specific drug companies and providers use their power to teer support and is financed through support. issues that can be corrected – and that are achievable. dominate and manipulate the market. donations from parents and guardians, On behalf of the Project Gradua- The task force is composed of physicians, nurses, The burden of charity health care is borne by the the district PTA’s, the SPF Board of tion Committee and the entire senior Education, the SPF Municipal Alli- class of 2003, I thank you for your Letters to the Editor an insurer, Assemblyman Dr. Eric Munoz (R-21) hospitals or offset by federal and state subsidies. The ance, local businesses and civic groups. tremendous support. and Senator Tom Kean, Jr. (R-21). They met for the costs are nevertheless there and are ultimately paid The Project Graduation Committee Caren Goldberg first time last week, and Asm. Bramnick seeks letters for by the taxpayers. 2003 thanks all community members SPFHS PTA Canadian Is Disgusted of input and comments from the public. Technology advances and remarkable drug dis- who generously supported this worth- Project Graduation 2003 while event. This year’s senior class Scotch Plains With Union County It’s an interesting idea to break down a complex coveries have enabled extraordinary achievements enjoyed an all night event at the problem into its simplest components. Then, hope- in health care. Of course, all this is costly. The Goose Gassing I recently read on the Canadian fully, solve each of the components, one by one. In expenditures for technical advances are competing Resident Disagrees With STOP Ad, Broadcasting Corporation website that some good might come of this, we applaud the for funds with public policy – expanding access to (www.cbc.ca) that your county has effort and hope for the best. affordable health care for all. Thinks Deck is Needed for Commuters decided to gas Canada geese because they are problematic to your area. New Jersey’s health care industry is in a crisis. New Jersey is a world leader in pharmaceuticals I have just read an advertisement in husband has been doing this for three This action really disgusts me. Costs are skyrocketing and the quality of care is and health care products. Companies providing health this week’s Westfield Leader paid for years as a tax paying resident of The reasoning behind gassing them becoming an increasing concern to physicians (and services employ more people in the state than any by STOP. I was struck by their use of Westfield and still, he cannot park his has been due to health and safety prob- the word “preposterous” and felt com- car at the train station. Instead he puts lems. Well…, you need to learn to deal to patients). The cost of malpractice insurance is other individual private sector. All of this is ex- pelled to write to you in support of your on his suit and tie and rides his bike to with it in more humane ways. These driving many doctors out of the business or out of the tremely important for New Jersey’s economy. efforts to improve Westfield’s parking and from the train station, in the snow birds have migration patterns that we state. Many hospitals are losing money or finding it The doctors and the lawyers are battling each situation. and freezing rain in the winter and high can’t control, and shouldn’t try to con- I see nothing preposterous about humidity and rain of the summer, with trol. There are technologies available difficult to survive. The cost of insurance to employ- other; the hospitals and the insurance companies are building a parking deck at the South a handful of decent days in between. All to get rid of geese and other birds. ers is rising fast, and it is hard for them to maintain battling each other; seniors are battling the drug Avenue train station lot. What is pre- so he and his family can enjoy the many Please, encourage your county to this benefit for the employees. More and more companies over prescription prices – everyone in the posterous to me is that there is so much benefits of living in our lovely town. adopt them. Do not kill because it’s opposition to the redevelopment efforts Our family is a typical example of fast and easy. Can you imagine if that individuals are being left uncovered by health insur- state has a stake in the issues. in the name of “preserving the charac- the character of Westfield. I have attitude was acceptable to humans? ance, and they must rely on the safety net of Medi- So, Mr. Bramnick is correct – it’s a very complex ter of our town.” A huge element of the worked in three of Westfield’s public Jennifer Guitard care, Medicaid and charity. The cost of prescription and broad issue – involving many different people character of this town is the wealth and schools while our ten year-old son at- Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada good citizenship of those who trudge tended Franklin School for the past drugs is higher in this state where they are manufac- and interests. If his task force can improve just one back and forth to work every business three years. We are active members of ***** tured than in foreign countries where they are ex- area or solve just one facet of the problem with the day in New York City, AKA the com- the Westfield Y and the Memorial Pool. Editor’s Note: The story referenced ported and resold. concept of ‘Make It Simple,’ we’re simply for it. muters. I find it preposterous that my We have done numerous home improve- above and was published July 14, 2003 ments and strive to keep our home well on the Internet by the Canadian Broad- maintained and up to par with our beau- casting Co. is shown below. Flow Control Causes 40 Percent CF Resident Feels Rahway Valley tiful neighborhood. We always use lo- ***** cal businesses to do everything from landscaping to remodeling a bathroom, Animal Lovers Cry Foul Jump in Union County Disposal Rates Rail Line Should be Restored and we make nearly all of our everyday Union County trash disposal rates, under purchases in the town of Westfield. Over Goose Gassings and businesses of Union County will no The restoring of the Rahway Valley/ price for us to pay. It also commits the a newly imposed governmental waste mo- longer have to pay more than necessary for What I’m trying to say is that the UNION COUNTY, N.J. - About nopoly on trash disposal, will shoot up from Staten Island Railroads as the Union Federal offense of violating character of the town of Westfield is 100,000 Canada geese have crossed waste disposal service and suffer wild 40 County Central (UCC) will provide a everyone’s Ninth Amendment rights. $60 per ton to $87 per ton. This 40 percent percent plus disposal rate increases. synonymous to the character of many the border into a New Jersey county, increase is directly due to actions under- myriad of benefits to all the county resi- Plus the suit seeks to restrain inter- of the commuters and their families flapping among the residents and leav- In these tight fiscal times every Union dents. Freight service will enable heavy state commerce. taken by Union County governing officials. County taxpayer deserves no less from their who live here. For crying out loud, they ing their droppings wherever they go. The reason this is happening is the use of goods to move closer to point of use with The newly designed FRA compat- deserve a place to park their cars! The influx of geese has caused a local elected officials responsible for man- final distribution in small panel trucks. ible Colorado Railcar self propelled mandatory waste flow controls that create a aging waste disposal. stink among the 500,000 people who Now, this freight comes in rail cars to Railcar now offers a means to provide Lisa Landon non-competitive, inefficient garbage mo- Westfield live in the region’s towns and cities. nopoly that chokes off the benefits of com- Steve Changaris Pennsylvania where it is transloaded at passenger service to connect to the “We would be glad to send them NSWMA greater expense to long haul trucks for the Raritan Valley at Cranford with the petition from reaching customers. Deadlines back to Canada,” said Union County Currently, Union County’s waste system NJ Chapter Manager final move to and through Union County. M&E/Gladstone at Summit. This is spokesman John Salerno. There is no present mechanism in truck the cross county rail link envisioned. General News - Friday 4pm Local officials call the geese a nui- and its problems look a lot like those around Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm the northeast and throughout the country. user taxes to cover county or municipal The Staten Island portion can offer sance, saying their droppings are caus- Classifieds - Tuesday 2pm Instead of pushing the limits of the law and More Local News streets and bridges, greatly worsening the Raritan Valley service to the ferry at ing health and safety problems. forcing waste generators to pay non-com- drain on real estate taxes. One third of St. George for lower Manhattan. This Ad Reservation - Friday 4pm The county has rounded up hun- petitive rates, local elected officials should Federal and state highways are not paid is the only way we can increase Raritan Ad Submittal - Monday 12pm dreds of geese and killed them in be trying to craft solutions that maximize Badri Appointed Clerk by users, but come from our excessive Valley service due to track occupancy portable gas chambers, angering ani- real estate tax, which also covers all agreements. 9/11 proved only rail can To Reach Us mal lovers. the positive influence of competition while E-Mail - [email protected] at the same time securing a stable funding Of Freeholder Board county and town road and bridges costs. return to normalcy after attacks. This “It’s genocide of a wild species,” The UCC will grow local industry was the case in WWII and still is Phone - (908) 232-4407 said Sue Russell with Center for Ani- source to help their program meet its debt ELIZABETH – The Union County Mail-PO Box 250, Westfield 07091 service and operational costs. The waste Board of Chosen Freeholders has ap- base, which will increase real estate valid. One in four Americans do not mal Protection. industry knows that competition is the way pointed Sharda Badri, a resident of Eliza- taxes for the county, which will help drive due to age, health, economic Internet - goleader.com New Jersey animal rights activists to solve the financial crisis faced by Union beth, as Clerk of the Board. stabilize taxes for all county resi- status or fear of road rage. The suit say there are non-lethal means of sepa- dents, including those towns that have seeks to deprive mobility and that is Newspaper Archives since 1996 County and its non-competitive waste au- Ms. Badri succeeds Annette Quijano, Special Features & References rating geese and people, such as using thority. Further, we believe that the county who was appointed Assistant Counsel to attempted to stop this vital rail resto- yet another fatal flaw. dogs to chase them away. ration. Those familiar with the growth For more information, see They charge that Union County chose shouldn’t restrict competition in ways that the Governor’s Office. Ms. Badri will be William Wright www.goleader.com/help would be improper if private firms did them paid a salary of $72,000. of the port know some operations will Cranford gassing because it was fast and easy. on their own. Ms. Badri will be responsible for pre- move further inland and will need the “It’s a horrific way to die for a human The citizens, communities and businesses paring and coordinating the activities of trains. This will also provide entry or a bird, especially birds as sensitive of Union County should reject waste flow, the Freeholder meetings; acting as the level jobs, easing our welfare costs. FW Council Should be Reaching Out as Canada geese,” said Russell. and any other heavy-handed non-competi- depository of vital County documents, This is one of the densest populated Some New Jersey residents agree. tive solution to problems faced by its solid and providing administrative services counties in this, America’s most To Business Owners Regarding Devel. Goose lover Hana Sedlackova says waste system. Governing officials should for the board. densely populated state. There is no the community has been shattered by actively pursue other solutions to address Ms. Badri has an Associate Degree in room for more roads, the ones we the gassings. have are nearing gridlock. Hence those Fanwood has been working on a busi- tion? Enlightened leadership would be the system’s financial problems. When they Business Administration and a Certifi- ness district redevelopment plan for seeking the endorsement of the local “It’s like losing a pet, a member of do so, and when a better and more workable cate in Accounting from the Berkeley who want to stop rail offer no alterna- the family really. It’s brutal,” she tive to gridlock. That is too high a some time now. Recently, letters from business owners and should be encour- solution is found, the citizens, communities Business School. business owners that would be affected aging current and future employment. told CBC News. by this plan have been published ques- There should be open and ongoing dia- The gassings have fuelled a move- tioning its wisdom and foresight. Al- log with the business owners until a ment that’s pressuring some states to most immediately afterwards, the consensus is reached. If there are con- find ways to allow the geese to live in Fanwood Police began a ticket cam- cerns, they should be addressed. If there the community. But so far it’s met paign in the parking lots surrounding has been insufficient attendance at lo- without much success. Gassing re- this supposed underdeveloped business cal meetings, the borough leadership mains a popular method of goose con- district. Employees of these businesses has a responsibility to reach out to each trol in a number of places. are expected to pay $10 per month for business individually. In the absence of Hundreds of thousands, perhaps the privilege of parking at their place of this effort, a local government that re- millions of Canada geese have crossed employment. While no one doubts this sorts to retaliation of this type should be the border and have now claimed the ordinance has been on the books for a replaced. I for one am looking forward United States as their home. very long time, I find it very interesting to the next election. ***** that the borough chooses to enforce this Henry Lubinski ordinance only when its plans are ques- Fanwood County Spokesperson tioned. Is this a form of veiled retalia- Provides Follow-up Editor’s Note: John Salerno, spokes- Freeholder Chester Holmes Disagrees person for Union County on the goose matter and a resident of Westfield, provided the following additional informa- With Release of Convicted Murderer tion to The Westfield Leader and The Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood. I’m writing because I object to the children without a husband and a fa- recent early release of Fernando Odom ther. His death robbed our community “The story fails to mention the many from Bayside State Prison. Mr. Odom of a devoted public servant. other methods we tried. It also fails to was convicted of killing Police Of- Now 44 years old, Mr. Odom can mention something I told your paper and ficer William Perry in 1980. He re- get on with his life after shooting others, that our park lakes have tested ceived a 44-year sentence for his crime Officer Perry five times. It’s just not positive for fecal coliform and but served only 22 years of it. right that he be released back into cryptosporidium (a truly dreadful hu- William Perry and I became ac- society after doing only half the time. man pathogen). quainted when we were both police Mr. Odom’s heinous crime is now I imagine that someone from Nova officers; Perry with the Port Author- compounded by his early release from Scotia doesn’t use our parks much, not ity and me with the Rahway Police. prison. This is a double injustice that to mention drink the water like 26,000 We shared a room at Rahway Hospital I cannot accept. Rahway residents do. when we were both recovering from My sympathies go out to Officer Interestingly, Canada has an even larger knee injuries. Perry’s widow and family. problem with these animals than us.” Officer William Perry was a hard- working family man from Roselle Park Freeholder Chester Holmes, John Salerno who was concerned about public Union County Board of Chosen Director of Public Information safety. His death left his wife and Freeholders Union County CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, July 17, 2003 Page 5 Letter to the Editor Sweeping Parking and Traffic Changes Will Be a Boon to Enlighten Westfield Now that development plans for the two All of us are concerned about the present new parking decks in Westfield are finally congestion on the streets brought about by being realized, I would like to add my more vehicles, larger vans and SUVs, the comments and suggestions for future town narrowness of the streets that parking these center parking, traffic and development behemoths produces, and the reduced issues. sightlines of pedestrians and drivers and I too was a participant in the previous the resultant rash of accidents and near Rich and Associates town meetings and am misses in the town center. gratified that the current Westfield Town Only a slight improvement has been made administration has embraced their funda- by eliminating 18 parking spaces adjacent mental conclusions regarding both the need to prominent intersections and crosswalks. for two parking decks as well as their loca- Pedestrians still find it chancy as to whether tions at the south side train station and at the or not drivers will see them and stop and Elm/Prospect/Trader Joe’s locations. The allow them to cross at the crosswalks. BRISK SUMMER VACATION…Steve Krakauer of Westfield and his family current compromise plans call for inclusion The sidewalks in Westfield are too nar- vacationed in Alaska in late June. Here, Krakauer, left, and his grandfather, of retail establishments and residential units row to support the increased plantings, Victor Frette, middle, discuss dogsledding after their run with Jason Mackay, at the periphery of these decks to both benches and sidewalk tables that all of us right. The duo, seen here in Juneau on a glacier, enjoyed a helicopter ride and increase the supply of town center units and appreciate. Especially during these warm a dogsled ride from Mackay, whose father started the Iditarod, a dogsled race to mask a potential industrial parking ga- months opportunities to linger, chat and Horace Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times from Anchorage to Nome, Alaska. rage appearance that many in town have shop during the delightful jazz, art and MASTER OF MANY TRADES…Richard Earl of Westfield is an Elizabeth Fire found offensive. sidewalk displays enhances the charm and Discussion of the need for such garages livability of Westfield. Chief, a teacher at Union County College and an artist. Chief Earl is also a County Urges All Residents will go on forever as it has on these pages as To address this greater aesthetic and wizard at enhancing photographs using personal computers. Pictured above well as on the soccer field sidelines. Suffice functional need, I would suggest a number last Friday, from the left, are Benjamin Corbin and Michael Bartiromo of The it to say, as a south side homeowner who has of additional street and traffic changes. I Leader/Times intently following Mr. Earl’s computer lesson. struggled with the continually expanding think all on-street parking should be re- To Help Control Mosquitoes band of commuters parking on residential moved from Central Avenue between North COUNTY — Record setting rains fol- the county can significantly reduce their streets near the train station, I fully ac- Avenue and Broad Street, from Elm Street James Hely Publishes Book lowed by hot, humid days may not be numbers on the wing (and on residents). knowledge the need for increased parking between North Avenue and the Texaco everyone’s cup of tea, but they suit mos- Mosquito control workers monitor areas at the station. Station, from Broad Street between the Pres- quitoes just fine. With the warm, wet of standing water throughout the county. Particularly now that the town has in- byterian and the Methodist churches, from On NJ Personal Injury Law weather, Union County has increased its They inspect bodies of water or areas creased charges to commuter lot patrons to all of Quimby Street, and from North Av- pay in advance for increased parking facili- enue between Central and Broad Street. efforts to monitor and control the num- where water collects on properties and WESTFIELD – New Jersey Law of Court, an Advocate of the Ameri- ber of mosquitoes who make the county’s ties, I empathize with the legitimate ire of The loss of these spaces would be made let property owners know whether they commuters and their impatience for change. up by the increased spaces in the parking Journal Books has announced the can Board of Trial Advocates – North 100 square miles their home. could be breeding mosquitoes. Furthermore, as the spouse of an individual garages. As further spaces are required, the The county’s Bureau of Mosquito In cases where large numbers of lar- August publication of New Jersey Jersey, and a member of the Union who has been employed in a town center third proposed parking deck behind the Law of Personal Injury with the County Bar Association. He is a 1972 Control monitors areas of standing water vae are found, workers use a larvicide to (Summit) and who has been blessed with Rialto could be built. With the removal of for breeding mosquitoes and responds to kill the larvae before they can develop convenient, safe, and reserved parking for the parked cars in this core downtown zone, Model Jury Charges, a new treatise graduate of Gettysburg College and complaints from residents. They also into adult mosquitoes. The larvicides downtown workers, I can appreciate the sidewalks could be broadened producing by James Hely of the Mountainside an alumnus of Rutgers School of apply larvicides and adulticides in areas are not toxic to humans and work by need for Westfield employees to have a less congestion and encouraging increased firm of Weiseman Hely DiGioia. The Law – Camden in 1980. of high mosquito concentration. depositing a thin layer of oil on the similar system in place. pedestrian rather than vehicular traffic. book is the first and only treatise Mr. Hely was elected to the “Mosquitoes are not just a nuisance,” surface of the water, which prevents the I also understand the reluctance of women Accidents would be reduced because now devoted to this area of law in New Westfield Town Council six times, said Freeholder Chairwoman Deborah mosquito larvae from breathing. in general and mothers with young children drivers and pedestrians could better see Jersey. and served for 11 years. In that ca- Scanlon. “They also carry diseases deadly Residents are requested to call the in particular to be concerned about the each other. Much downtown traffic would Each chapter collects and analyzes pacity, he sponsored the first bike to humans and animals such as West bureau to complain about a high concen- lighting and safety issues inherent in park- be reduced as cars stop to park at the ga- Nile Virus and dog heartworm. That’s tration of mosquitoes or about a wet area ing in remote areas of a garage as opposed rages instead of cruising around town the leading personal injury cases and helmet safety law in New Jersey, why Union County goes to great lengths where they could potentially be breed- to the current visible highly frequented searching for parking spots. Many of these follows with the full text of the rel- which then became the model for to control and monitor mosquitoes.” ing. open lots. Finally, I acknowledge the con- spots potentially lost to shoppers have not evant Supreme Court sanctioned state bike helmet safety laws across Standing water throughout the county There are several ways residents can cern of residents regarding the increased been available anyway because of meter model jury charges. This novel orga- the United States. He and his wife provides the environment mosquitoes traffic in town and its potential dangers feeding by merchants and their employees, help reduce the number of mosquitoes in near to the proposed parking decks. the need for which would no longer be nization allows the trial and appel- Lois have been married for more need to breed and lay their eggs. Last their yards and communities: Regarding these various issues, I would necessary because of the proposed em- late lawyer to evaluate, prosecute, than 25 years and have three young month, Union County’s Mosquito Con- *Dispose of cans, plastic containers, offer a number of suggestions. To lessen ployee sections of the garages. defend and try any tort case by focus- adult children. trol officials received more than 150 turn over empty flowerpots and other the traffic on impacted homeowners, Pros- Ultimately, Quimby Street could be ing on the language the judge will calls from county residents. There are 63 containers that hold water, these are all pect Street should only be used as a garage closed altogether and made into a street species of mosquitoes living in Union use to instruct the jury. Mr. Hely, a places mosquitoes breed; entrance to the proposed Trader Joe lot, not mall, a function for which it often already New Jersey Certified Civil Trial At- County. They can be found in every *Remove discarded automobile tires, as an exit; whereas, Elm Street could be serves when it becomes the center of many municipality and in every kind of setting a favorite breeding place for mosqui- both an entrance and exit. Westfield street fairs and events such as the torney, author and lecturer, has cre- from suburban lawns to deep in the toes; For the train station lot, a traffic light antique cars, jazz concerts, and the like. ated a book informed by scholarship Watchung Reservation. *Drill holes in the bottom of trashcans should be put at the Boulevard/South Av- Many of the town restaurants are already in as well as a successful career of trial County workers monitor the species and recycling containers so they don’t enue entrance to enable both easy entry and this area, and their patronage would in- practice. and number of mosquitoes in Union hold water; exit. Both lots should have prime sections crease as a consequence in the increased Mr. Hely is a Certified Civil Trial County using specialized traps, called *Clean room gutters regularly; reserved for downtown employees (for a $5 pedestrian traffic. Attorney and has tried more than 100 “New Jersey Light Traps,” which catch *Turn over plastic waiting pools when sticker). Lastly, the physical health of town resi- Both lots (especially Trader Joes) should dents would increase because of decreased cases. He is a frequent lecturer for mosquitoes in the evening. There are 27 not in use; the Association of Trial Lawyers of mosquito traps set throughout Union *Turn over wheelbarrows; have street level sections (with wider spaces) vehicular pollution and increased walking. County, with at least one in every mu- *Change water in birdbaths every three reserved for mothers with small children, Such parking and traffic restrictions have New Jersey (ATLA-NJ), the New nicipality. Workers also take water days; just as many grocery store lots already already been a boon to the appearance and Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal offer. shopping patronage in downtown Euro- Education (NJ ICLE), and the Union samples and inspect them for mosquito *Clean and chlorinate swimming pools If these sites were close to the parking pean cities such as Copenhagen and larvae. The collected insets are brought and remove water that collects on pool attendant, enforcement would be easier to Stockholm. County Bar Association. His book, back to a lab where they are identified. covers; maintain. All sections of the garages should The development of these two parking “Trustworthiness: A Trial Strategy Only female mosquitoes bite, taking a *Use landscaping that eliminates have many convenient blue light call sta- garages provides just the beginning of many Manual for the Plaintiff’s Injury Case blood meal to allow their eggs to de- standing water. tions for instant police access, just as are benefits to Westfield. The additional park- in New Jersey,” was published in velop. They lay eggs in and near stand- The Union County Bureau of Mos- offered now on college campuses. ing spaces enable future flexibility in down- 1998 by NJ ICLE. He has also pub- ing water where their larvae develop. quito Control staff can inspect an area These issues just address the immediate town street use, and it enhances the possi- lished articles on trial practices in Each year sees the hatching of many within 24 hours of a call. 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Additionally, Mobile Meals of A total of $11,300 was awarded to Westfield received $400 and the Make- five local students through the A-Wish Foundation of New Jersey league’s Scholarship Fund. was given $300. The Center for Women Additionally, the Fanwood-Scotch and Families, the Union County De- Plains YMCA received $2,500, while partment of Human Services, the Center For Hope Hospice, Inc. Muhlenberg Adult Day Care and PAL was given $2,000. of Scotch Plains were awarded $250. Donations in the amount of $1,500 S.W.I.M Inc. received $200. were provided to Children’s Special- The Fanwood-Scotch Plains Ser- Reverend Dr. and Mrs. Kelmo Porter, Jr. ized Hospital, CONTACT We Care vice League extended its apprecia- and the Resolve Community Coun- tion to all patrons of the Thrift Shop seling Center. The Scotch Plains who made the awarding of these Volunteer Rescue Squad received donations possible. $1,200. Reverend and Mrs. Porter Each of the following organiza- Date Correction Made tions received $1,000: The Arc, the Fanwood Volunteer Rescue Squad, For Ketubah Barbecue Celebrate 50th Anniversary MR. AND MRS. WILLIAM L. GRIFFIN the Interfaith Council for the Home- AREA – The headline for an ar- (She is the former Ms. Michelle Moore) less, Visiting Nurse and Health Ser- ticle in last week’s edition incor- The Reverend Dr. and Mrs. Kelmo in Perth Amboy conducted the re- vices, and Youth and Family Coun- rectly stated that the B’nai B’rith C. Porter, Jr. celebrated their 50th newal ceremony, while family mem- seling Service. The Trailside Nature Ketubah Married Couples Unit would wedding anniversary on May 24 by bers represented the entire wedding and Science Center in Mountainside hold its annual barbecue and pool renewing their wedding vows at St. party. Ms. Michelle Moore received $600. party on July 18. John’s Baptist Church in Scotch Governor James McGreevey, As- Five hundred dollars each was As stated in the article, the event Plains. semblyman Jerry Green and Dr. Carol awarded to the following: AIDS Re- will actually take place on Sunday, The couple was married on May Choye, Superintendent of Schools for source Foundation for Children, July 20, at 1 p.m. at a member’s 23, 1953. the Scotch Plains-Fanwood school dis- Marries William Griffin Camp Brett-Endeavor, Central New home in Manalapan. The Leader and Reverend Porter, who has been trict, were among the well-wishers. Jersey Brain Tumor Group, the Times apologizes for the error and Senior Minister at St. John’s Baptist A reception was held at Temple Ms. Michelle Moore, the daughter Franks of New York City, John Delphi Team-Student Leadership any confusion it may have caused. Church for 37 years, retired from the Sholom in Plainfield. St. John’s of Mr. and Mrs. Craig Moore of Houlihan of Hollywood, Calif., for- Conference and Early Start Child- The cost to attend the barbecue Newark Senior Citizens Commis- Church presented the couple with a Boise, Idaho, was married on Friday, merly of Westfield; Patrick hood Scholarships. and pool party is $18 per member sion after 23 years, as the Executive trip to Florida. November 15, to William L. Griffin. Robinson of Baltimore, Md. and Other recipients included the couple and $25 per non-member Director. Mrs. Porter, the former Miss He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Robert Jobe of Boxford, Mass. All Emmanuel Cancer Foundation, the couple. Shirley Green, retired as a Director Ashbrook to Present L. Griffin of Westfield. are high school and college friends Fanwood Memorial Library, Any non-member joining Ketubah within the Union County Senior Citi- The early evening ceremony took of the bridegroom. Fanwood-Scotch Plains Girl Scouts, at the barbecue may attend for free. zens Lunch Program. Christmas in July Sale place at Saint Monica’s Cathedral in Miss Macy Moore and Miss the Historical Society of Scotch Interested individuals are asked to The couple have three children, SCOTCH PLAINS – The Ashbrook Santa Monica, Calif., with Monsi- Ryleigh Moore of Boise were the Plains and Fanwood and the Mental call Mona at (732) 780-5704 by to- Curtis Porter of New York, Lance Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, gnor Lloyd Torgeson officiating. A flower girls. Jonathan Miller of Health Association of Union County. morrow, Friday, July 18. Porter and Lisa Porter of Scotch located at 1610 Raritan Road in reception followed at the Scharff West Vancouver, British Columbia Plains, and three grandchildren. Scotch Plains, will hold a Christmas estate in Santa Monica. was the ring bearer. Bishop Donald Hilliard, Jr. of the in July sale from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Given in marriage by her father, the The bride, a graduate of Washing- SPFHS Grad, Southers, Joins Cathedral International Assemblies Friday, July 25. bride wore a Romona Keveza backless ton State University and the Univer- The sale will take place in the dress of Italian silk and carried a sity of Copenhagen, formerly owned center’s Recreation Room. It will bouquet of burgundy calla lilies. and operated her own art gallery in Nat’l After-School Summit Ciszkowskis Welcome feature baked goods, jewelry, candles, Ms. Jennifer Lorch of Fort Lau- Seattle, Wash. She is now an art baskets and sports memorabilia, derdale, Fla., a childhood friend of consultant. SCOTCH PLAINS — Veteran se- Stars,” an after-school program for Son, Matthew Ryan among other items. For further infor- the bride, served as the matron of A Westfield High School gradu- curity expert Errol Southers, a 1974 students in at-risk schools in inner- Frank and Carol Ciszkowski of mation, please call the Recreation honor. ate, the bridegroom earned a busi- graduate of Scotch city areas throughout the Flemington have announced the birth Department at (908) 889-2587. The bridal attendants included Ms. ness degree from the University of Plains-Fanwood High United States. of their son, Matthew Ryan Rachel Smith of Pismo Beach, Ca- Richmond. He is the owner of Griffin School (SPFHS), whose Mr. Southers com- Ciszkowski, on Wednesday, July 2, Dog Adoption Event lif., Ms. Beth Miller of West Contemporary Gallery in Venice, family still resides in the mented, “The security at 10:25 a.m. at Hunterdon Medical Vancouver, British Columbia, Ms. Calif. community, recently par- component of an after- Center in Flemington. On Tap For Saturday Allison Rosen of Sun Valley, Idaho, The rehearsal dinner was hosted ticipated in a United school program cannot be Matthew weighed 8 pounds and CRANFORD – People for Ani- and Ms. Jennifer Gold of Boise. All by the parents of the bridegroom at States Department of overstated. I am honored 13 ounces and measured 21½ inches mals will sponsor a dog adoption wore floor-length, black silk gowns “5 Dudley” in Venice. Education summit on af- to play such a critical role in length at birth. event this Saturday, July 19, from 10 with spaghetti straps and carried bou- A Sunday brunch was held at the ter-school programs. in providing a safe envi- The mother is the former Miss a.m. to 3 p.m. in the main parking lot quets of white tulips. Casa Del Mar Hotel on the Santa Mr. Southers, whose ronment for America’s Carol Verniers. of Nomahegan Park, located on Enrique Martinez Celaya, a well- Monica beach. invitation was personally students.” Matthew joins his brother, Frank Springfield Avenue in Cranford. known artist in Los Angeles, was the Following a wedding trip to Desert extended by United States Mr. Southers is a nation- Paul Ciszkowski, age 5. Among the many dogs for adop- best man. Wells, Calif., the couple resides in Secretary of Education ally recognized authority The baby’s grandmothers are Clara tion will be “Yaka,” a young, cream- Serving as groomsmen were Jay Santa Monica. Rod Paige, was one of 50 Errol Southers on work and school place Verniers of Westfield and Josephine colored Shepherd-mix. Yaka weighs individuals selected to be violence, hate crimes, and Ciszkowski of Washington, N.J. about 40 pounds, is spayed and is a part of the two-day summit that extremist activity. Ruth Kaufhold of Colonia is his current with her vaccinations. She is Surround Yourself With Luxury brought together after-school provid- For more information, please visit great-grandmother. described as friendly, well-behaved ers, school principals, administrators, his website at Jackie Morgan and Robert Riolio and one who enjoys the company of parents, students, law enforcement www.riskmgtonline.com. are Matthew’s godparents. other dogs and cats, although she is officials, evaluators and members of a little shy at first. the Bush Administration to provide Library Friends Reveal Program Is Scheduled To adopt or for other information, valuable insights into after-school pro- please call (908) 688-1073 and leave grams throughout the country. Magic Show For Kids On Alzheimer’s Disease a message. Press 1 for dog adoption The summit was part of President SCOTCH PLAINS – The Friends of MOUNTAINSIDE – The or 8 for cat adoption. Other pets Bush’s “No Child Left Behind Act of the Scotch Plains Public Library will Alzheimer’s Foundation of America needing homes may be seen on the 2001.” present a special free program for chil- and Brighton Gardens of Internet at www.pfa.petfinder.org. Mr. Southers, a former FBI Spe- dren on Monday, July 21, at 10:30 a.m. Mountainside will co-sponsor a free cial Agent, is the Assistant Vice Presi- Mark Zachariah will be featured educational program on Alzheimer’s dent of Visitor Services at the Los in “You will believe in Magic! 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The FANWOOD – Members of the ticipants will explore the shore, hike Plains Golden Agers adjourned for Golden Agers meet every Thursday, community are invited to a Children’s and climb the Appalachian Trail, take the summer following their last meet- September through June, from 10 Carnival tomorrow, Friday, July 18, a canoe trip, restore the Fanwood ing for the season, a luau luncheon, a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Scotch Hills from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on the front lawn Nature Trail and paint a creation- which was held on June 26 at the Country Club. Members have lunch of the Fanwood Presbyterian Church, inspired mural. Scotch Hills Country Club in Scotch together and afterwards play either located at the corner of Martine and For registration materials, please call Plains. cards or bingo, or just have conversa- LaGrande Avenues. Shelley Gardner at the Fanwood Pres- Club officers include Olga Bruce, tion. The event, featuring traditional car- byterian Church at (908) 889-8891. President; Margaret Van Duyne, Vice- Additionally, a monthly collec- nival games, prizes, face painting Summer Quest is a youth ministry President; Dorothy Ranucci, Secre- tion of pantry items is taken for the and baked goods, will be the culmi- outreach of the Fanwood Presbyte- tary, and Jo Masi, Treasurer. Scotch Plains Food Bank. Peanut nating event for Summer Quest’s Son- rian Church. Its primary mission is to Among the group’s activities are butter and jelly is also collected for Sational Service Camp. engage, direct, inspire and transform parties to celebrate Christmas, the Emmanuel Cancer Foundation. During this past week, 21 middle youth through meaningful activities Mother’s Day and Halloween, along This past year, the club had several school youth from surrounding com- and experiences. speakers come to meetings to ad- munities have engaged in service The program is made possible dress topics of importance to senior projects, daily small group activi- through a bequest by Charles Fried- Support Group citizens. ties, low-rope and challenge activi- man of Westfield, in memory of his To be Offered In addition, the Golden Agers plan ties in a variety of locations through- wife, Shirley, and by the congregation eight dinner theater trips a year. On out New Jersey. of the Fanwood Presbyterian Church. For Parents/Caregivers Thursday, September 18, members Space in Summer Quest’s ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION…Pastor Paul Kritsch was recently honored WESTFIELD – The Family Sup- will visit the Evergreen Theater for a by the Redeemer Lutheran Church and School in Westfield, where he has served Re*Creation Camp, to be held Mon- Rev. Ruprecht Leads port Organization of Union County production entitled Concert, My Fair for almost 15 years, on the 30th anniversary of his ordination. Pictured, left to day through Friday, July 21 to 25, is has invited parents and caregivers of Lady and Camelot. On Thursday, right, are: Associate Pastor Robert Vogel, Marge Vogel, Pastor Kritsch’s wife, still available. During the week, par- Sunday Series on Bible children with emotional and behav- October 16, a trip is planned to Dorothy; Pastor Kritsch, Val Klettke and Pastor William Klettke. Pastor WESTFIELD – The Reverend ioral challenges to participate in its Doolan’s dinner theater in Spring Klettke, President of the New Jersey District, the Lutheran Church-Missouri Clark Public Library Louis Ruprecht of the First Bap- monthly support group meeting on Lake for its “San Genaro Festival.” Synod, delivered the message at services honoring Pastor Kritsch. tist Church of Westfield will con- Tuesday, August 19, at 137 Elmer Anyone wishing to go on these To Sponsor Events tinue preaching during the next Street in Westfield. trips is asked to call Rose at (908) CLARK – The Clark Public Li- two Sundays, July 20 and 27, as The family support group is held 322-6330. Trip schedules are avail- Rev. Kritsch Honored Upon brary will sponsor the following part of a series entitled “The Bible on the third Tuesday of every month able. events: Tells Me So.” from 7 until 8 p.m. Refreshments to Enrollment in the Golden Agers is On Wednesday, July 23, at 7 p.m., Services are at 10 a.m., followed follow from 8 to 8:30 p.m. open to Scotch Plains residents only. 30th Anniversary of Ministry on the lawn of Arthur L. Johnson by light refreshments in the lounge. Participants must reside in Union Individuals interested in member- High School, “Simple Gifts” will be Various issues geared to regular County. To register for the support ship are asked to call Olga at (908) WESTFIELD – On June 22, the Reverend Kritsch, who began to performed. (rain location: school churchgoers, as well as skeptics, are group or for more information, please 322-8530 or Marge at (908) 889- Redeemer Lutheran Church and School serve Redeemer on December 1, auditorium). being highlighted during the three-part call the Family Support Organiza- 4631. The group’s next meeting will in Westfield celebrated the 30th anni- 1988, has spent almost half of his On August 18 and 19, from 9 a.m. series, which began on July 13. Among tion of Union County at (908) 789- be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Sep- versary of the ordination of their senior ministry in Westfield. to 1 p.m., a safe driving course will be these topics are “What makes the Bible 7625 or at [email protected]. tember 4. pastor, the Reverend Paul E. Kritsch. The day began with morning wor- held. The cost of the course is $10 and a sacred writing?,” “Why should it have ship services. The Reverend Will- people must attend both sessions. authority for me?” and “How am I to iam Klettke, President of the New Pre-registration is required at the li- know whether the Bible is to be taken Jersey District, the Lutheran brary and class size is limited. literally or symbolically?” Church-Missouri Synod and a class- For more information, please call The First Baptist Church is lo- mate of Reverend Kritsch, deliv- Maureen Baker Wilkinson, Director cated at 170 Elm Street. For more ered the message, based on of the Clark Public Library at (732) information, please call the church Corinthians 4:5-12. 388-5999 or e-mail at (908) 233-2278 or email Associate Pastor Robert Vogel for- to:[email protected]. [email protected]. mulated the order of the service with many of the congregation’s favorite hymns. ‘Two-Day Challenge’ Slated Under the leadership of Stefeny Stofa, Redeemer’s Director of Mu- sic, the choirs of the church sang At Mountainside Chapel various songs, including “Jesus Lights the Way” by the Spirit MOUNTAINSIDE – The Friday afternoon’s activities will Choir; “I’m Going on a Journey” Mountainside Chapel will offer a include “Wet-N-Wild” challenges, by the Praise and Middle School program entitled “Take the Two-Day for which youngsters should wear Group choirs, and “Make Me an Challenge” for youngsters who will their bathing suits and bring a towel. Answer to Prayer” by the Luther be entering kindergarten through On Friday and Saturday, the Jun- Choir. eighth grade this fall. ior High group will have an opportu- After the morning services, the The free program, formerly known nity to participate in biking/skating congregation gathered in the par- as Vacation Bible School, will take ramp challenges and special ob- ish hall for a potluck dinner orga- place on Friday, July 25, from 9 a.m. stacles. nized by the Fellowship Commit- to 3 p.m. and Saturday, July 26, from Those who wish to take part in the tee, which is chaired by Linda 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. biking/skating ramp need to have a Kearney. As the dinner concluded, Students will be required to bring waiver and medical/liability release Reverend Kritsch and his wife, a bag lunch each day, which will be forms signed and returned to the Dorothy, received many kind words stored in refrigerators until lunch Chapel (one per child; persons need- about their ministry and several time. The Chapel will provide drinks ing more forms are asked to call the gifts from the congregation. and a snack. office). “You have said many kind things After gathering in the sanctuary If the Chapel already has one on about Dorothy and me,” the senior for a welcome and singing, partici- file for an individual, another one is pastor responded. “We want you to pants will be divided into three not needed. An inflatable obstacle A MEMORABLE DAY…On Shabbat morning, June 7, 41 tenth graders were confirmed at Temple Emanu-El of know that you have been an answer groups: Kindergarten through sec- course will be featured on Saturday Westfield. The students led the congregation in a service they wrote themselves. Rabbi Douglas Sagal, Cantor Martha to prayers for us in many ways.” ond grade; third through fifth grade, afternoon. Novick, Rabbi Mary Zamore, Rabbi Renee Edelman and Barry Merer officiated. The students all attended Temple The Kritsches’ children and grand- and junior high school. They will Mountainside Chapel is located at Emanu-El’s Religious School under the direction of Tamara Ruben, Reform Jewish Educator. Pictured, left to right, are: children sent letters of congratula- then participate in various activi- 1180 Spruce Drive. For more infor- Top row, Jeremy Berk, Abraham Hiatt, Ashton Golembo, David Firestone, Jacob Mirsky, Jared Moloshok and William tion from Wisconsin, Kansas and ties. mation, please call the Chapel at Schoenbach; fourth row, Benjamin Wieder, Emily Greenberg, Lauren Gelmetti, Kate Judd, Allison Feldman, Amanda Utah, which were read to the gather- Lunch will take place at 11:30 (908) 232-3456. Cohen, Jamie Elbaum and Rebecca Klinger; third row, Jacob Lapidus, Suzanne Merkelson, Perry Sacks, Hillary Nicoll, Rebecca Schulman, Rita Biagioli, Jenna Federgreen, Cara Manket and Allison Tiedrich; second row, Daniel Forman, ing. a.m., followed by a speaker and more Perri Koll, Lisa Novick, Sarah Klass, Sara Shtrauch, Lindsey Newman, Sarah Masel, Caroline Cariste, Rachel Charme, In addition to his duties at Re- activities. The itinerary will end with Spring Dean’s List Brooke Bernstein, Rachel Carr, Michael Sheflin and Andrew Levy, and front row, Abbe Allen, Amanda Spector, Barry deemer, Reverend Kritsch serves as a drama on Friday and a family Merer, Rabbi Zamore, Rabbi Sagal, Cantor Novick, Rabbi Edelman, Ms. Ruben, Abigail Rosenstein and Dana Zichlin. Third Vice President of the New Jer- picnic on Saturday. Families should At Boston Univ. Told sey District, the Lutheran Church- return on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. and WESTFIELD – Boston Univer- Missouri Synod. join the festivities. sity in Boston, Mass. has reported ‘Wings’ Group Planned American Legion Post 3 The congregation will celebrate Individuals should note on their that Westfield students Seth the 50th anniversary of their school registration form the total number of Augenstein, Courtney Donahue and For the Newly Single this September. Classes are avail- family members attending the pic- Kristin Ghabrial have been placed COUNTY – Plans are underway In Westfield Elects Officers able for nursery pre-school through nic. Attendees may bring a blanket on the Dean’s List for the spring to form a group called “Wings” for grade 5. or lawn chairs to the event. 2003 semester. Christian-minded people in the WESTFIELD — American Le- 11, Trader Joe’s, Drug Fair, Stop For more information, please call Westfield, Scotch Plains, Fanwood, gion Martin Wallberg Post No. 3 of & Shop and the Shoprite in the Redeemer School at (908) 232- Mountainside and Springfield area Westfield recently elected its offic- Garwood. 1592. The Redeemer Lutheran who are newly separated, divorced ers for the 2003-2004 year. The in- For more information, please Church and School is located at the PERFECT PAINTING, INC. or widowed, and who are seeking stallation of officers was conducted call Fred Wening, Historian, at corner of Clark Street and ✺ HEPA Vacuum Sanding System companionship while also having by the Union County Legion mem- (908) 889-6943. Cowperthwaite Place. fun. bers at the June meeting. ✺ House & Deck Power Washing The group’s anticipated Commander, James Brennan; ✺ Free Estimates, Fully Insured agenda includes going to the Senior Vice Commander, Peter ✺ Residential or Commercial movies, having yard sales and Hogaboom, Jr.; Vice Commander, • Criminal Defense - Federal & State ✺ Professional Color Design conducting fundraisers together, Bob Jordan; Adjutant, Bob Kley; • Complex Civil Litigation as well as visiting the beach, Financial Officer, Ralph Douglas; ✺ Deck Staining & Sealing • DWI & Municipal Court ✺ 25 Years of Experience holding barbecues and dinners, Asst. Finance Officer, Charles 100s of and dining out. Walking groups, Townsend; Chaplain, Al Riker; • Domestic Relations / Custody Satisfied ✺ Custom Detail Work exercise groups and overnight Sergeant at Arms, Dick Koski; Area ✺ Exteriors, Interiors trips are among other planned Historian, Fred Wening; Service Customers activities. Officer, Bill Kessinger; Judge ✺ General Carpentry Support and resource offerings Advocate, Sean Mullen; Trustees, ROBERT G. STAHL, Esq. are expected to include resources Harry Powers, Ray Yannuzzi, Bob Former Federal Prosecutor (908) 272-4456 for women and men who need Tinervin and Art Badala; Bar clothing, grooming, job place- Chairman, Bob Tinervin; Grounds Owner on Job No Subs ment assistance and even shelter, Chairman, Harry Powers and Boys 220 St. Paul Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 along with help moving into a State Chairman, Al Riker. new residence. Counseling ser- In other club news, the poppy Tel: (908) 301-9001 Fax: (908) 301-9008 vices will include referrals to lo- sale was completed. The post LAWRENCE A. WOODRUFF cal psychologists. thanks the local merchants who For more information, please allowed poppy sales in front of call Wings at (973) 921-0277. their establishments. The mer- [email protected] Counsellor at Law chants included: South Avenue 7/ Accredited Divorce Mediator OWEN BRAND DEEGAN • Estate Planning Your Home Town ROOFING MORTGAGE BANKER • Family Law General Practice COMPANY • Residential - Construction Divorce Mediation 908-322-6405 Commercial - Bridge Loans Local (908) 789-2730 Tear-Offs • Re-Roofs Toll Free (888) 489-9680 Pager (908) 535-8244 Repairs • Gutters [email protected] 201 South Avenue East Westfield, NJ Licensed Mortgage Bankers - NJ Dept. of Banking 654-8885 Free Estimates • Fully Insured Equal Housing Lender CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 8 Thursday, July 17, 2003 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Joan Hewitt, 78, Was Founding Member John E. Callaghan, 62, Had Practiced Of Scotch Plains Junior Women’s Club Law With Exxon, Picatinny Arsenal Joan Robertson Hewitt, 78, a life- worked as a receptionist for the Sub- – Obituaries – John E. Callaghan, 62, of Scotch nia in 1964 and a law degree from the long resident of Scotch Plains, died urban Medical Group in Fanwood Plains died on Friday, July 4, at Over- Georgetown School of Law. on Thursday, July 3, at Runnells Spe- for 28 years prior to retiring in 2001. DEATH NOTICE look Hospital in Summit. Surviving are his wife, Eugenie C. cialized Hospital of Union County in She subsequently served as a lunch Born in Philadelphia, Pa., he was a Callaghan; two sons, John E. Berkeley Heights. room monitor at Franklin Elemen- Manya Ungar, 75, Advocate For Youth; resident of Westfield prior to moving Callaghan, Jr. and Steven Callaghan; Born in Newark, Mrs. Hewitt had tary School in Westfield. to Scotch Plains in 1999. a daughter, Clare M. Moser; a brother, In 1948, she became a founding Was Past President of National PTA Mr. Callaghan, an attorney, prac- Joseph B. Callaghan, and three sis- John Christensen, 67 member of the Scotch Plains Junior ticed patent and technology law with ters, Mary C. Callaghan, Cecilia M. John Christensen, 67, of Westfield Women’s Club. She was also a mem- Manya Shayon Ungar, 75, died on can Field Service chapter in Scotch Exxon and the Picatinny Arsenal in Hoefer and Veronica Longenecker. died on Wednesday, July 9, at Over- ber of the Scotch Plains Golden Thursday, July 10, at Muhlenberg Plains-Fanwood, a student exchange Dover before his retirement in 1999. The funeral took place on Tues- look Hospital in Summit. Agers. Regional Medical Center in program. He then became a tutor with the day, July 8, at the Rossi Funeral Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., he moved She was predeceased by a sister, Plainfield after a brief but valiant Most recently, she was active with Equal Education Opportunity pro- Home in Scotch Plains. A Mass fol- to Westfield in 1971. Susyn Davis. fight against acute adult leukemia. the Literacy Volunteers of America, gram at Kean University in Union. lowed at St. Bartholomew the Apostle Mr. Christensen held various Surviving are a son, William J. Born in New York City, she was a the League of Women Voters and He was awarded a bachelor’s de- Roman Catholic Church, also in managerial posts with the Bank of Hewitt; a daughter, Kim Hewitt longtime resident of Scotch Plains. Children’s Specialized Hospital in gree in chemical engineering from Scotch Plains. Montreal on Wall Street in Manhat- Bonstein, and two grandchildren. Mrs. Ungar was a longtime cham- Mountainside, where she served as a Villanova University in Pennsylva- July 17, 2003 tan for 34 years before retiring in The funeral was held on Thursday, pion of public education on the local, Trustee from 1991 to 2000. She ad- 1991. July 10, from the Rossi Funeral Home state and national level. After serv- ditionally was a member of the Board He was a member of the Sons of in Scotch Plains. Interment took place ing as President of the New Jersey of Trustees of the Public Education Jacob R. Bauer, 85, Retired Attorney; Norway in Brooklyn. at Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. State Parent-Teacher Association Institute at Rutgers University. Surviving are his wife of 47 years, Memorial contributions may be (PTA), Manya became Vice Presi- Mrs. Ungar was honored with reso- Was Mountainside Municipal Judge Alice Donahue Christensen; a son, made to St. Joseph’s Indian School, dent of Legislative Activities for the lutions from both the New Jersey Chamberlain, S.D. 57326. seven million-member National PTA Jacob R. Bauer, 85, of Onancock, eran of World War II. William Christensen; three daugh- Assembly and the Senate, and was Va. died on Friday, July 4, at his Surviving are his wife, Dorothy ters, Alicia Anderson, Carol July 17, 2003 before being elected as President of listed in both the New Jersey and home. Bauer; two sons, Jeffrey R. Bauer Christensen and Irene May, and seven the National PTA. National Who’s Who. DEATH NOTICE She lobbied on behalf of public Born in Elizabeth, he had been a and Craig N. Bauer; a brother, Charles grandchildren. As a former professional actress resident of Mountainside prior to Bauer; two grandchildren and a great- Graveside services were held on education on the local, state and Elizabeth Malek, 95 and singer, she combined her love of moving to Onancock. grandchild. Saturday, July 12, at Fairview Cem- federal levels, including appearances the theater with her love of children Elizabeth (Goodrich) Malek, 95, before the United States Congress Mr. Bauer was a retired attorney Services were held on Monday, etery in Westfield. by founding and co-directing the and had also served as a municipal July 7, at St. George’s Episcopal Arrangements were under the di- of Santis Way, Wolfeboro, N.H. and Presidents Ford, Carter, Reagan, Scotch Plains-Fanwood Summer court judge in Mountainside. Church in Pungoteague, Va. rection of the Dooley Colonial Home, died on Saturday, July 12, at the Bush and Clinton. Theater Workshop, which helped Mountain View Nursing Home in An honorary Life Member of the He was a graduate of Colgate Uni- The Williams Funeral Home in 556 Westfield Avenue in Westfield. spark several “local kids” to become versity and the Rutgers University Onancock was in charge of the ar- Memorial donations may be made Ossipee, N.H. National PTA, she was also the re- well-known entertainment industry School of Law. rangements. to the Westfield Rescue Squad, P.O. Born in Trenton, daughter of the cipient of life memberships in 45 figures, among them recent Tony He was a United States Army vet- July 17, 2003 Box 356, Westfield 07091. late Charles Francis and Ruth state PTAs. Award winner Marc Shaiman. July 17, 2003 (Drake) Goodrich, she lived most Following her term as President of In appreciation and of her life in Westfield. She had Mary Criscuolo, 97 the National PTA, she continued her acknowledgement of her many years Harold Goettel, 100, Medical Librarian; resided in Wolfeboro and Ossipee volunteer work on behalf of young of devoted local service, the Scotch Mary “Maisie” Criscuolo, 97, of since 1995, previously living in people as Chairwoman of the New Plains-Fanwood High School audi- Active In Scotch Plains Baptist Church Scotch Plains died on Sunday, July Marco Island, Fla., and summer- Jersey Math Coalition and Co-Chair- torium was renamed in her honor and 6, at the Ashbrook Nursing and Re- ing throughout her life at the Drake/ woman of the Martin Luther King a scholarship was established in her Harold M. Goettel, 100, of Scotch a.m. today, Thursday, July 17, at the habilitation Center in Scotch Plains. Goodrich summer home on Federal Holiday Commission, as well name. Plains died on Sunday, July 13, at Scotch Plains Baptist Church. Cre- Born in Jersey City, she had re- Suncook Lake in Barnstead, N.H. as being a member of both the Na- She is survived by her loving hus- Muhlenberg Regional Medical Cen- mation will be private. sided in the Ironbound section of Mrs. Malek was a graduate of tional Commission for Drug-free band, H.F. “Skip” Ungar; her two ter in Plainfield. Arrangements are being handled Newark prior to moving to Scotch Westfield High School, after which Schools and the Centers for Disease sons, Paul and Michael; her daugh- Born in Sumneytown, Pa., he lived by the Memorial Funeral Home, 155 Plains in 1959. she was employed at the former Control Task Force on AIDS Preven- ters-in-law, Karyn and Maren, and in New Jersey for most of his adult South Avenue in Fanwood. During World War II, Mrs. Peoples Bank and Trust Co. in tion For Adolescent Youth. her five grandchildren, Miles, Cole, life. In lieu of flowers, memorial dona- Criscuolo had served as an air raid Westfield. She was a soloist and She additionally served as Schol- Sam, Ben and Mari. Mr. Goettel served as the City of tions may be made to the Gideons warden the Ironbound section of choir member at the First Congre- arship Chairwoman for the Fanwood A memorial service was held on Newark’s Medical Librarian from 1954 International, P.O. Box 140800, Newark. She was also an auxiliary gational Church of Westfield, the -Scotch Plains College Club and was Monday, July 14, at the Memorial to 1970. He had also been a library Nashville, Tenn. 37214. member of the Italian-American North Barnstead, N.H. Congrega- instrumental in starting the Ameri- Funeral Home, 155 South Avenue in consultant to many hospital libraries in July 17, 2003 Club of North Plainfield. tional Church and the Marco Is- Fanwood. and around Newark and had held a Surviving are several nieces and land United Church. Alan R. Axelrod, 73 Memorial contributions in her part-time post with The New York Times Vincent Kraszewski, 83 nephews. She was active in service clubs, name may be made to the American as a relief night librarian in the Edito- Vincent Kraszewski, 83, of Scotch The funeral was held from the community plays and musicals in Alan R. Axelrod, 73, of Boynton rial Reference Library. Plains died on Sunday, July 6, at Beach, Fla. died on Monday, June Cancer Society, P.O. Box 815, Eliza- Rossi Funeral Home in Scotch Plains Westfield. On Marco Island, she beth, N.J. 07207 or to the National He was a longtime member of the Overlook Hospital in Summit. on Wednesday, July 9. A Mass fol- enjoyed arts and crafts and, with 30, at the Mariner Health Care Cen- Scotch Plains Baptist Church in Born in Lorraine, Ohio, he had ter in Boynton Beach. PTA, 330 N. Wabash Avenue, Suite lowed at the Immaculate Heart of her husband, was a member of golf 2100, Chicago, Ill. 60611. To honor Scotch Plains, where he served as resided in Bayonne before relocat- Mary Roman Catholic Church in clubs in New Jersey, New York and Born in Bayonne, he had been a Church Clerk, a Deacon and a mem- ing to Scotch Plains in 1961. resident of Westfield and Clifton prior her memory, individuals are asked to Scotch Plains. Marco Island. do as she did: volunteer and be active ber of the Finance Committee. Mr. Kraszewski had been em- July 17, 2003 Predeceased by her husband, to moving to Boynton Beach two Mr. Goettel was also a member of ployed as a tool and cutter grinder years ago. in their local schools, PTA and com- Willnette Powell, 85 Stanley V. Malek, in 1976, a son, munity. Gideons International and the Se- with the Walter Kidde Company in Richard Malek, and a brother, Rob- Mr. Axelrod, a bookbinder, had niors Tennis Club at the Inman Ten- Belleville prior to retiring in 1985. Willnette M. “Billie” Powell, 85, been the owner of Axelrod Bindery A celebration of her life, beliefs ert Goodrich, she leaves a son, and accomplishments will be held at nis Center in Edison. After his retire- Earlier, he had worked for the of Scotch Plains died on Sunday, Stephen Malek of Wolfeboro; a in Clifton for 30 years before his ment, he volunteered with CON- June 29, at Westfield Center-Gen- a later date. Eastern Cutter Corporation in New- daughter, Patricia (Malek) retirement 10 years ago. July 17, 2003 TACT We Care and worked as a esis ElderCare in Westfield. ark and Singer Manufacturers in Schroeck, and her husband, Ken- He was Past President of the Met- crossing guard in Scotch Plains. Elizabeth. Born in Warsaw, Va., she had re- neth, of Wolfeboro; a nephew, ropolitan Binding Association and Memorial Service Set He was predeceased by his wife, sided in Westfield before relocating He was a sergeant in the United Clarke Goodrich of Manchester, Binding Industry of America. Dorothy Goettel, in 1978. States Army during World War II. to Scotch Plains. N.H.; a daughter-in-law, Mary Ann Surviving are his wife of 52 years, For Nancy Underhill Surviving are a daughter, Ingrid Mrs. Powell had been a produce Mr. Kraszewski was a life member Malek of Champaign, Ill.; six Janet Axelrod; two sons, Glen Family and friends are invited to DiQuollo of Clark; two grandchil- of the Disabled American Veterans, clerk at A&P in Westfield for several grandchildren, Brian, Larry and Axelrod of Colts Neck and David attend a memorial service on Satur- dren and five great-grandchildren. years. as well as a member of Veterans of Paul Schroeck, Sharon Malek, Axelrod of Upper Montclair; a daugh- day, July 26, at 11 a.m. for Nancy Funeral services will be held at 10 Foreign Wars Post No. 10122 in She was a member of the Westfield Suzanne Whallon and Laura Salter, ter, Lisa Lehrer of Succasunna; a Huy Underhill, who died on June 11. Negro History Club and the Women’s Scotch Plains. and two great-grandchildren. brother, Herbert Axelrod of Deal, The service will be held at the Barbara A. Schultz, 60 Surviving are his wife of 56 years, Club at the Bethel Baptist Church in Betty will be remembered for and five grandchildren. First Congregational Church, 125 Westfield. Barbara Anne Schultz, 60, of Jane Kraszewski; two sons, Robert her cheerful and friendly manner Services took place on Wednes- Elmer Street in Westfield, with the Scotch Plains died on Thursday, July Kraszewski and Kenneth Surviving are her husband of 66 and her love of gardening, singing day, July 2, at the Jewish Memorial Reverend Pamela Gilchrist offici- years, Ernest Powell; two sons, 10, at her home. Kraszewski; a daughter, Ellen and family. Chapel in Clifton. ating. Born in Newark, she had been a McKee; a brother, John Kraszewski, Russell Powell and Kim Powell; three July 17, 2003 A graveside service will be held Westfield resident before relocating and a grandchild. daughters, Jacquelyn Crawley, at the Floral Park Cemetery in Donna Smith and Vicki Powell- to Scotch Plains in 1999. A Mass was offered on Thursday, Pittsfield, N.H. at a later date. In Veronica E. Ingram, 88, Sears Retiree; Miss Schultz was a member of the July 10, at St. Bartholomew the Worley; 14 grandchildren; 24 great- her memory, donations may be grandchildren and two great-great Westfield Community Center Seniors Apostle Roman Catholic Church in made to the Mountain View Nurs- Involved In School, Scouts and Church Organization and the Scotch Plains Scotch Plains, following the funeral grandchildren. ing Home Activities Fund, County Funeral services took place on Meridians. from the Rossi Funeral Home in Farm Road, Ossipee, N.H. Veronica E. “Ronnie” Ingram, 88, ministration Cemetery in Arnytown. She was predeceased by her fa- Scotch Plains. Saturday, July 5, at the Bethel Bap- The Baker-Gagne Funeral Home of Westfield died on Monday, July 7, July 17, 2003 July 17, 2003 tist Church in Westfield. ther, Charles W. Schultz, in 1982. and Cremation Service of at her residence. Surviving are her mother, Anna C. Arrangements were handled by Wolfeboro, N.H. is in charge of Born in Croton-on-Hudson, N.Y., PUBLIC NOTICE Beulah Hambacher, 80 the Judkins Colonial Home in Schultz; a brother, Charles W. the arrangements. she had lived in the Bronx, N.Y. BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Schultz, Jr., and a sister, Carol Cole. Beulah Hambacher, 80, of Char- Westfield. July 17, 2003 July 17, 2003 before moving to Westfield 22 years Notice is hereby given that Ordinance The funeral was held on Monday, lotte, N.C. died on Saturday, July 5, ago. No. 03-15-R July 14, at the Rossi Funeral Home at the Carriage House in Charlotte. Mrs. Ingram had worked as a sec- AN ORDINANCE CODIFYING in Scotch Plains. Interment took place Born in Elizabeth, she had been a retary for Sears in New York City for THE LAND USE LEGISLATION NICHOLAS A. GIUDITTA, III OF THE MAYOR AND COUN- at Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. resident of Mountainside for many many years prior to retiring. CIL OF THE BOROUGH OF July 17, 2003 years prior to moving to Charlotte. TTORNEYCLEARANCE!T AW She was a member of the Holy FANWOOD, COUNTY OF Mrs. Hambacher had been em- A A L Trinity Roman Catholic Church in UNION, STATE OF NEW JER- PUBLIC NOTICE SEY, BY ADOPTING CHAP- ployed with New Jersey Bell many TOWN OF WESTFIELD Westfield. TER 184, LAND USE, OF THE years ago. 476 SOUTH AVENUE E. Mrs. Ingram served as a den mother CODE OF THE BOROUGH OF TAKE NOTICE that application has been Surviving are two daughters, Loren for the Boy Scouts in the Bronx and FANWOOD AND PROVIDING made to the Town of Westfield, County of Forshaw and Linda Sausville; three CRANFORD, NJ 07016 volunteered many hours to Our Lady FOR THE ADMINISTRATION Union, State of New Jersey to transfer to AND ENFORCEMENT OF THE Westfield Liquors, L.L.C., a Limited Liability sons, Erich Paul Hambacher, James of Refuge Catholic School, also in PROVISIONS HEREIN CON- Company, the Plenary Retail Distribution Richard Hambacher and Allen John the Bronx, where her son attended TAINED AND FIXING License Number 2020-44-010-004 hereto- Hambacher, Jr.; two sisters, Ruth 908. 709. 1999 elementary school. PENALITIES FOR VIOLA- fore issued to 317 South Avenue West, Inc., Crowley and Helen Lant, and 11 She was predeceased by her hus- TIONS THEREOF a New Jersey Corporation trading as Inter- was passed and adopted on the second national Wine and Liquors for premises grandchildren. GENERAL PRACTICE INCLUDING: band of 45 years, Clyde River Ingram, and final reading at a meeting of the Mayor located at 317 South Avenue West, Services have been held. Arrange- in 1995. and Council of the Borough of Fanwood Westfield, New Jersey 07090. ments were under the direction of •ESTATE PLANNING •PERSONAL INJURY Surviving are a son, Richard held on July 8, 2003. The names and addresses of all Mem- the Harry and Bryant Company, Fu- Ingram of Westfield, and two grand- This Ordinance shall take effect immedi- bers holding more than 10% membership • • ately after final passage and publication as interest in the Limited Liability Company are neral Directors, of Charlotte. ELDER LAW ZONING July 17, 2003 sons. as follows: •WILLS AND TRUSTS •MUNICIPAL COURT Graveside services took place on required by law. Eleanor McGovern Shobhna Parikh, 207 Egnor Drive, PUBLIC NOTICE •REAL ESTATE •COMMERCIAL LITIGATION Friday, July 11, at the Brigadier Gen- Borough Clerk Absecon, New Jersey 08201, Sole Man- eral William C. Doyle Veterans Ad- 1 T - 7/17/03, The Times Fee: $25.50 aging Member TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Objections, if any, should be made immediately in writing to Bernard A. Heeney, NOTICE is hereby given that at a meeting Clerk, Town of Westfield, 425 East Broad of the Township Council of the Township of Street, Westfield, New Jersey 07090. Scotch Plains, held in the Council Cham- Name and Address of Transferee bers in the Municipal Building of said Town- Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. Westfield Liquors, L.L.C. ship on Wednesday, July 9, 2003, there was 207 Egnor Drive introduced, read for the first time, and passed Caught in the Absecon, New Jersey 08201 on such first reading, the following ordi- 2T-7/17&7/24/03,The Leader Fee:$49.98 nance : Caring & Courteous Service to the AN ORDINANCE AMENDING T.O. 7-3.6 AND SCHEDULE IV Cranford / Westfield Area Since 1913 Medicaid confusion? ENTITLED TIME LIMIT PARK- MASTER ING ON CERTAIN DELIN- EATED SPECIFIC AREAS OF ® MEMORIALS EVERGREEN AVENUE BE- Westfield Forethought funeral planning TWEEN WESTFIELD ROAD 524 Central Avenue AND WESTFIELD AVENUE 556 Westfield Avenue FROM 8:00 A.M. UNTIL 3:00 233-0255 can help. Westfield, NJ P.M. ON SCHOOL DAYS (908) 233-2350 Purpose: Limiting parking to periods of John L. Dooley two hours on Evergreen Ave. school days F only at the following locations: Manager ind out how From a point 190 feet west of Westfield Avenue to Cedar Street. NJ License # 4100 From Pine Street to Westfield Road. by calling... From Westfield Avenue to Cedar Street From Pine Street to Westfield Road. Designer • Builders of fine A public hearing for same will be held on Tuesday, August 12, 2003 at 8:00 p.m. in MONUMENTS the Council Chambers of the Municipal FUNERAL MARKERS Building, or any time and place to which a Cranford MAUSOLEUMS meeting for the further consideration of such DIRECTORS ordinance shall from time to time be ad- 218 North Avenue journed, and all persons interested will be – Since 1897 – Lettered • Cleaned given an opportunity to be heard concerning 276-0255 such ordinance. Tim Doerr A copy of same may be obtained from the Charles V. Dooley office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park • WILLIAM A. DOYLE • PAULETTE CRABIEL WAHLER Bruce Bauer Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- Manager • DALE SCHOUSTRA • LISA LO RICCO SHARP (established 1939) tween the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. NJ License # 3703 Monday through Friday by any member of Executive Administrator – William A. Doyle Also: 300 Rt. 37 East the general public who wants a copy of same without cost. WESTFIELD: 318 East Broad St., William A. Doyle, Mgr. • 233-0143 Toms River, NJ BARBARA RIEPE CRANFORD: 12 Springfield Ave., Dale R. Schoustra, Mgr. • 276-0092 Township Clerk (732) 349-2350 1 T - 7/17/03, The Times Fee: $39.27 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, July 17, 2003 Page 9 Four Westfield Residents Fairleigh Dickinson’s Florham Concepts & Thought Graduate Oak Knoll School Campus Tells Local Graduates WESTFIELD – Four Westfield The daughter of Dale Hagstrom AREA – The College at Florham, Niemiera, Dana Semenoro, Jill residents, Brigid Abraham, Larissa and Eileen Leonard of Westfield, Fairleigh Dickinson University’s Sawers, John Walsh, Michael Curlik, Anne Hagstrom and Kathryn she received a merit scholarship to campus located in Madison, has an- Cuomo, Pamela Updike, Peter Wade, have graduated Oak Knoll attend Drew University in Madison. nounced the names of its May 2003, McClellan, Shari Koll, Susanne Terrill Middle School Principal School of the Kathryn earned February 2003, and October 2002 Schrader and Suzanne Kania, were Holy Child in a Women in Sports graduates who reside in New Jersey. all degree recipients. Foulks Reports Honor Rolls Summit. Award, presented Westfield residents Catherine Catherine earned a Bachelor of Brigid is the by Seton Hall Uni- Arts Degree in Communications, SCOTCH PLAINS – John Foulks, Catherine Harley Grace Wallden recipient of the versity, for her ac- Cum Laude, while Dana was awarded Principal of Terrill Middle School in Adam Horowitz Gregory Weinstock Westfield Rotary complishments on a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Indi- Scotch Plains, reported the names of Kathleen Yan Club Scholarship the varsity soccer, vidualized Studies. Jill Sawers re- students placed on the High Honor REGULAR HONOR ROLL to attend Barnard lacrosse and win- ceived a Master of Arts Degree in Roll and Regular Honor Roll for the GRADE 7 – 59 PUPILS College in New ter track teams. Clinical Psychology, while John re- fourth marking period of the 2002- Dana Abramson Jacqueline Lenoff Yor k. A four-year ceived a Master of Arts Degree in 2003 academic year. Kathryn Albanese-DeMair Andrew Livingston Since her member of the Psychology. Allison Andrews Wesley Lorenzini freshman year, Math League, she Michael was awarded a Bachelor HIGH HONOR ROLL of Arts Degree in Political Science, GRADE 6 – 55 PUPILS Alana Bencivengo Francesca Lumetta she has repre- also worked on the Gregory Bencivengo Chelsea Lusk sented her class school newspaper while Pamela, Peter, Susanne and Jennie Altman Kapri Kreps Amie Berlant Casey Marks Suzanne each earned Master of Arts Melissa Andrews Rachel Krismann as the Cornelian for the past three Courtney Bifani Lauren Mastroianni in Teaching degrees. Shari received Nicholas Blackwood Sahrula Kubie Brittany Biondi Jeremy Mattimore Scholar, a schol- years and was stu- Dorian Bogdanovski Allison Lasher arship supported dent body vice a Master of Arts Degree in Educa- Samantha Bremer Elizabeth McMillion tional Leadership. James Burke Cara Levinson Adam Brous Victoria McNally by Oak Knoll president during her Emily Carow Michelle Mattar Ryan Cassidy Jane Newcomer alumnae and senior year. Scotch Plains residents Allison Katherine Celardo Magan Mauro Daniel Ciabattari Brian Pak Paruta, Hiroko Kreitzer, Kathleen Nicole Cicchetti Kayla Molnar based on aca- Inducted into the Andrew Clark Michael Ragan demic perfor- Cum Laude Soci- Herrmann, Michele Ruscavage and Patrick Clancy, 3rd Kathryn Moynihan Jarek Cohen Brianna Redmount Thomas Zuber also received degrees. Kathryn Cockrell Anne Marie Noronha mance. This year, ety and the National NEW FRIENDS…Representatives Noelle DeGregorio Maya Robinson she served as Stu- Spanish Honor So- from Jenkinson’s Aquarium visited Allison, Kathleen, Michele and Michelle De Santis Austin Pfundheller Tyler DelMauro Theodore Rosenblatt OAK KNOLL GRADUATES…Four Thomas each earned a Master of Julie Deutsch Alexandria Pisauro dent Council area residents are recent graduates of ciety her junior Wesley Hall Nursery School during Bryan Dougher Jennifer Rovner June for “Beach Week.” Preschoolers Arts Degree in Educational Leader- Christina Dokopoulos Michael Postolowski Samantha Grecco Joseph Schiavo Secretary. Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in year, Kathryn also Kelly Dyckman Alyssa Riesenberg Brigid is the Summit. Pictured, left to right, are: earned the Colum- Nicholas Calagno and Thomas Habib ship, while Hiroko received a Master Colleen Hagerty Alexsandra Segal are pictured, above, as they get a close- of Science Degree in Taxation. Mitchell Facer Kimberly Rizzo Mary Henkels Anne Smith daughter of Mr. Anne Hagstrom, Brigid Abraham, bia College Book Diana Ferrante Davina Roshansky Kathryn Wade and Larissa Curlik. up look at a horseshoe crab. The school Fanwood resident Cynthia Nigro Brian Hessemer Kunal Sodhi and Mrs. Daniel Award. has classes for children ages 2 ½ to 5 Elizabeth Ferraro Michael Roth Kate Johnson Alyssa Straniero Abraham of Westfield. Planning to attend Georgetown received a Bachelor of Science De- Erin Finan Timothy Seeman and the curriculum includes hands-on gree in Computer Science, while Julia Joseph Harrison Stuppler This year’s salutatorian, Larissa was University, Kathryn is the daughter activities in science, math and Span- Kathleen Flor-Stagnato Kristen Spirko Edward Kahn Tyler Swanek fellow resident Tali Alexrod receive Amanda Gianni Marissa Squeri editor-in-chief of the school’s literary of Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Wade of ish. Enrichment classes are also avail- Rachel Kreyer Nicole Tavares magazine in her senior year. She was Westfield. able, as well as science, cooking and a Master of Arts Degree in Educa- Erica Goldberg Martin Sweeney Ryan Krueger Jaclyn Turner tional Leadership. Susan Gonch Henna Tailor a member of the conduct review com- karate. Openings are available in the Timothy Leischner Jackson Udelsman 3- and 4-year-old classes for the next Mountainside resident Christine Daniel Gore Linda Timko Rachel Leitner Cassandra Valdes mittee and of the Cum Laude Society. Torgersen Receives Brian Jascur Corinne Walker During her junior year, Larissa year. For more information, please Szymczak graduated Cum Laude Randy Lemence Christina Woods call (908) 233-9570. with a Bachelor of Science Degree Eileen Jiang Peter Weigel Molly Yergalonis earned the George Washington Uni- Engineering Grant William Johnston Julia Weigel versity Medal for engineering and FANWOOD – Brian Toregersen in Marketing, while fellow resident Jeremy Kaufman Jennifer Yang HIGH HONOR ROLL mathematics, as well as the Williams of Fanwood has received a Marshall Alana Passananti Earns Mary Ellen Arnold earned a Master Eliza Ziegler GRADE 8 – 28 PUPILS of Arts Degree in Educational Lead- Courtney Berger Melissa Kliesch College Book Award. She was in- Hahn Engineering Scholarship, Bachelor of Science REGULAR HONOR ROLL ducted into the French Honor Society. awarded by Virginia Polytechnic ership. Lisa Bloom David Kopylov WESTFIELD – Alana Maureen GRADE 6 – 71 PUPILS Larissa recently received a General Institute and State University in Berkeley Heights residents Andrea Jeremy Cole Brittany Larkin Passananti, the daughter of Mr. and Joshua Ahiabor Ryan McCarthy Excellence Award for achievements Blacksburg, Va. Plaza, AnnMarie Kasney, Daniela Christina DeFeo Jessica Lieberman Mrs. Richard Passananti of Westfield, Varvara, Keri Speros, Lisa Fragati, Kristen Armstrong Jie Mei Megan Dyckman Melissa Loewinger in English, math and theology. The $2,000 scholarship is graduated from Saint Joseph’s Univer- Chester Baker Jessica Mindo Morgan Finkel Jillian Lusk The recipient of the Thomas awarded based on merit. Brian at- Michael Esnes, and Michael Anjli Bansal Kelly Monroy sity in Philadelphia, Pa. during com- Brittany Fusillo Simone March Shortman Fund Scholarship to attended St. Joseph’s High School in McLaughlin were all degree recipi- Kyle Bascom Gabriella Napoli mencement exercises held on May 18. Jennifer Gaglioti Julie Meurer tend Villanova University in Phila- Metuchen. ents. Brian Bonacum Brian Northrup Alana majored in psychology and Genevieve Gilroy Kimberly Molnar delphia, Pa., she is the daughter of Andrea earned a Bachelor of Arts Nickolas Bonadies Elyse Nussenfeld Helen Han Maetal Rozenberg received a Bachelor of Science De- Mr. and Mrs. Martin Curlik of Degree in Psychology, while Alex Carow Zachary Peart Allison Hoynes-O’Connor Alexandra Sebolao Douglas Gillie Named gree. She will continue her educa- AnnMarie, Keri (Summa Cum Zachariah Chapman Tyler Pfundheller Westfield. Magda Isack Lauren Spirko tion to pursue a master’s degree in Kelly Cianciotta Christian Prince Anne was a four-year member of To Spring Dean’s List Laude) and Lisa (Magna Cum Laude) Cristin Joy Kenneth Wasserman school psychology. received Bachelor of Arts Degrees in Krista Ciecura Maxim Rabinovich the Concert Choir, served as presi- SCOTCH PLAINS – Wake Forest Sindhu Kilakkathi Lauren Weissbrod Communications. Daniela received Katherine Cornacchia Ryan Rappa dent of the Jesters drama club, and University in Winston-Salem, N.C. Lauren D’Aloisio Kaitlin Rau REGULAR HONOR ROLL Salisbury Univ. Names a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Spanish participated in the Writers’ has reported that Douglas William Sarah Daniele Samantha Schaffer Language & Literature (Cum Laude), GRADE 8 – 39 PUPILS Roundtable and Mock Trial during Gillie of Scotch Plains has been Jennifer DiGiuseppe Lisa Schardien Anne Arasin Matthew Miller Beil to Dean’s List while Michael McLaughlin earned a Morgan Dorsch Elizabeth Schreiber Margaret Bernhard Colin Moynihan from her freshman to junior years. placed on the Dean’s List for the WESTFIELD – Salisbury Univer- A finalist in the National Merit Schol- Bachelor of Science Degree in Eco- Matthew Fields Joseph Sebolao Jesse Brooks Michael Muller spring 2003 semester. sity in Salisbury, Md. has placed nomics & Finance. Michael Esnes arship Program, Anne is a member of A junior, Douglas is majoring in Alexander Friedman Tasnim Selim Elizabeth Casserly Talia Nudell Christopher Beil of Westfield on the received a Master of Business Ad- Jennifer Gassler Mark Shvartsman the Foreign Language Honor Society. Diana Chaves Anthony Osterman political science. Dean’s List for the spring 2003 se- ministration in Human Resource Stephanie Glover Matthew Simon Grant Darwin Poojaben Patel mester. Sarah Goldenberg Alexis Sorace Ariel DiGiorgio Peng Peng Management. Marcus Green Paul Spicer Matthew Flynn Lindsay Port Michael Griffith Brendan Stripling Briana Giasullo Christopher Rau Fairleigh Dickinson’s Teaneck Alexander Hahn Alaysha Suggs Mitchell Gorbunoff Kyle Rowbotham Jacqueline Halpern Mangesh Tamhankar Casey Griffin Nicklas Ryskasen Donald Keenan Pia Tempestini Eric Kaufman James Sacca Michael Klotz Laura Thompson Christopher Lacko Timothy Salisbury Campus Tells Local Graduates Stanislaw Kolakowski John Timoni Colleen LaForge Michelle Sanghera AREA – The Metropolitan Cam- Jaime DeChellis of Scotch Plains Mark Koransky Emily Ann Varvar Jaclyn Lopez Ian Starker pus of Fairleigh Dickinson Univer- was awarded a Masters of Administra- Evan Lake Rebecca VonLangen Sarah Marable Megan Swick sity, which is located in Teaneck, has tive Science Degree, while fellow resi- Thomas Loop Erick Walker Benjamin Mathan Stephen Wallden reported the names of its May 2003, Genevieve Lubas James Walsh Joshua Merer Arianna Williams dent Tiffanie Frazier earned a Bach- Daniel Lubranski Erika White Magda Mierzejewska Lauren Wright February 2003 and October 2002 elor of Arts Degree in Psychology. Stephen Manzi Elise Whitehouse Allison Zazzali graduates from the area. Mountainside resident Lauren Sheryl Markovits Alexander Yokovich Westfield resident Gerardine Bound was presented with a Master Kevin Maroney Mercersburg Places McKnight received a Master of Arts of Arts Degree in Science. Degree in School Psychology. John HIGH HONOR ROLL Banta on Dean’s List PUBLIC NOTICE GRADE 7 – 25 PUPILS Venesky of Westfield earned a Mas- Kristen Cassidy Brendan Kirby WESTFIELD – Mercersburg ter of Business Administration De- TOWN OF WESTFIELD David Chapman John Loomis Academy in Mercersburg, Pa. has gree. Westfielder Pamela Treut re- INVITATION TO BID reported that Westfield resident Sky Cheung Joanna Naugle ceived a Master of Arts Degree in Sealed proposals will be received by the Michael Cornacchia Cecilia Osterman Cornelius Fitzpatrick Banta has been Educational Leadership. Town of Westfield in the Council Chambers Amanda Curcie Minal Patel placed on the Honor Roll for the at the Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Janine DeFeo Brian Pesin spring term. PUBLIC NOTICE Street, Westfield, New Jersey, at 10:00 AM Zachary Feldman Erin Rossi A ninth grader, he is the son of Mr. DARING TO FIGHT DRUGS…Scotch Plains Police Officers Dennis Murphy prevailing time on Monday, August 4, 2003, Ian Feller Jacqueline Saunier and Brian Chenney joined seventh graders at Park Middle School in Scotch TOWN OF WESTFIELD for the “2003 IMPROVEMENT OF and Mrs. Cornelius Banta of COWPERTHWAITE PLACE AND LIN- Carina Gerveshi Camillia Shanks This is to certify that the within resolution Westfield. Plains in celebrating the completion of the 2002-2003 D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse COLN ROAD IN THE TOWN OF is a true and exact copy of the Resolution David Gordon Barbara Slaugh Resistance Education) Program. A collaborative effort by D.A.R.E. certified WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY”. adopted on June 24, 2003 by the Town law enforcement officers, educators, students, parents and the community, the The work under this Proposal includes PUBLIC NOTICE Council of the Town of Westfield. educational program helps students to understand the importance of preventing the furnishing of all labor, materials and Bernard A Heeney University of Hartford BOROUGH OF FANWOOD equipment necessary to complete the work and reducing drug abuse and violence among children. Town Clerk NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF as shown on the Contract Drawings and RESOLUTION Reveals Dean’s List ORDINANCE 03-17-R described in the Contract Specifications, AREA – The University of Hart- AND PUBLIC HEARING LAWS & RULES COMMITTEE and Proposals shall be in accordance with An ordinance was indroduced by the Mayor JUNE 24, 2002 such Drawings and Specifications and the ford in West Hartford, Conn. has and Council of the Borough of Fanwood on WHEREAS the Town of Westfield has terms proposed in the Contract. reported that students Westfield resi- July 8, 2003. Copies of this ordinance can received proposals, procured at the Town of The major items of work under this con- dent Annie Thode and Scotch Plains be obtained without cost in the Clerk’s Of- Westfield’s request by HKT Nassau Asso- tract include, but are not limited to, the fice, at the Fanwood Borough Hall, 75 North Legal Advertising residents Jesse Rogowsky and ciates, to undertake various engineering following in estimated quantities: Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey be- services in connection with the redevelop- 3,500 square yards of 4 inch thick stabi- Samantha Tenenbaum have been tween the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., ment of the municipal lot located at South lized base course placed on the Dean’s List for the Monday through Friday. MORE IN BACK SECTION Avenue property and the municipal lots lo- 9,500 square yards of 2 inch thick sur- The purpose of this ordinance is to cated between Prospect and Elm Streets spring 2003 semester. face course AMEND CHAPTER 184 OF THE CODE property in the Town of Westfield, and 380 cubic yards of roadway excavation, OF THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD EX- PUBLIC NOTICE WHEREAS the Town of Westfield has PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE unclassified EMPTING THE PAYMENT OF DEVEL- determined that certain predevelopment en- BOROUGH OF FANWOOD 4,400 linear feet of granite block curbing TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS OPMENT FEES UNDER CERTAIN CIR- NOTICE TO CREDITORS gineering services need to be undertaken to NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF 2,100 square feet of 4 inch thick concrete CUMSTANCES. facilitate the planning and potential redevel- BOND ORDINANCE STATEMENT AND Estate of: ROSEMARY B. SHERMAN, ORDINANCE 03-16-R walk A public hearing on this ordinance will be opment of aforesaid properties, and SUMMARY Deceased AND PUBLIC HEARING 3,325 square feet of 6 inch thick concrete held on August 12, 2003, at 8:00 PM. WHEREAS proposals submitted by Pursuant to the order of James S. LaCorte, An ordinance was indroduced by the Mayor walk The bond ordinance, the summary terms Eleanor McGovern Edwards & Kelcey, PMK Group and HKT Surrogate of the County of Union, made on and Council of the Borough of Fanwood on Reset 14 manhole frames of which are included herein, has been Borough Clerk Nassau Associates have been analyzed the 11TH day of JULY, A.D. 2003, upon the July 8, 2003. Copies of this ordinance can finally adopted by the governing body of the 1 T - 7/17/03, The Times Fee: $20.40 and found to be acceptable, and The successful bidder is hereby ad- application of the undersigned, as EXECU- be obtained without cost in the Clerk’s Of- Township of Scotch Plains, in the County of WHEREAS Certificate of the Chief Fi- vised that construction on TOR of the estate of said deceased, notice fice, at the Fanwood Borough Hall, 75 North Union, State of New Jersey on July 9, 2003 PUBLIC NOTICE nancial Officer, certifying to the availability Cowperthwaite Place must begin on is hereby given to the creditors of said Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey be- and the 20-day period of limitation within of adequate funds for these contracts, pre- August 11, 2003, and must be completed TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS deceased to exhibit to the subscriber under tween the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., which a suit, action or proceeding question- pared in accordance with N.J.A.C. 5:30 no later than August 29, 2003. All work oath or affirmation their claims and de- Monday through Friday. ing the validity of such ordinance can be NOTICE IS hereby given that at a regular 1.10 has been furnished to the Town Clerk. shall be completed within forty-five- (45) mands against the estate of said deceased The purpose of this ordinance is to commenced, as provided in the Local Bond meeting of the Township Council of the Expenditure of funds pursuant to this Con- working days after commencement of con- within six months from the date of said AMEND CHAPTER 184 OF THE CODE Law, has begun to run from the date of the Township of Scotch Plains, held on Wednes- tract to be charged Special Ordinance 2031. struction. order. OF THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD TO first publication of this statement. Copies of day, July 9, 2003 the following ordinances WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts Proposals shall be in writing on the forms WATLER J. SHERMAN PROHIBIT SIGNS BEING POSTED ON the full ordinance are available at no cost entitled: Law (NJSA 40A:11-1 et seq) authorizes the furnished and must be delivered at the place EXECUTOR UTILITY POLES. and during regular business hours, at the TOWNSHIP ORDINANCE letting of contracts for professional services and before the hour above mentioned, and ATTORNEYS A public hearing on this ordinance will be Clerk’s office for members of the general CREATING T.O.-7-3.10 AND without competitive bidding: must be accompanied by a certified check KORF & ROSENBLATT held on August 12, 2003, at 8:00 PM. public who request the same. The sum- SCHEDULE XXIV OF TOWN- NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED or bid bond payable to the Town of Westfield 89 HEADQUARTERS PLAZA Eleanor McGovern mary of the terms of such bond ordinance SHIP ORDINANCE AUTHORIZ- that contracts in the amount of $16,000 for in an amount equal to at least ten percent MORRISTOWN, NEW JERSEY 07960 Borough Clerk follows: ING THE PROHIBITION OF Survey and Topographical Investigations (10%) of the base amount of the bid, but not 1 T - 7/17/03, The Leader Fee: $18.87 1 T - 7/17/03, The Times Fee: $19.38 PARKING ON CAROL PLACE be awarded to Edwards & Kelcey, 299 Madi- less than $500.00 nor more than $20,000.00. TITLE: BOND ORDINANCE TO AND MONICA PLACE BE- son Avenue, PO Box 1936, Morristown, Each bid must also be accompanied by a AUTHORIZE THE ACQUISI- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE TWEEN THE HOURS OF 8:00 New Jersey 07962; $28,300 for Environ- Surety Company Certificate stating that said TION OF A SENIOR CITIZENS AM AND 2:00 PM ON SCHOOL NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION mental and Geotechnical Investigations be Surety company will provide the bidder with TRANSPORTATION VEHICLE DAYS WITH THE SOLE EX- BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PROCUREMENT DIVISION awarded to PMK Group, 65 Jackson Drive, the required Performance bond in the full IN, BY AND FOR THE TOWN- CEPTION OF RESIDENTS PO Box 5000, Cranford, New Jersey 07016; amount of the Contract, by a Non-Collusion SHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS, IN SEALED BIDS will be received from bidders classified under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et seq., PARKING ONLY DURING and $6,645 for Administration and Supervi- Affidavit and a Contractor’s Qualification THE COUNTY OF UNION, in the NJDOT MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 THOSE HOURS. sion of Engineering Services be awarded to Statement, Statement of Ownership, on the STATE OF NEW JERSEY, TO Parkway Avenue, until 10:00 A.M. on 8/7/2003 and opened and read for: HKT Nassau Associates, 14 Vandeventer forms included in and explained in the con- APPROPRIATE THE SUM OF AN ORDINANCE PERMITTING MAINTENANCE WORK ZONE TRAFFIC SAFETY SERVICES Avenue, PO Box 1475, Princeton, New Jer- tract documents. $115,000 TO PAY THE COST GAMES OF CHANCE ON SUN- CONTRACT NORTH 2003, VARIOUS LOCATIONS SUSSEX, MORRIS, PASSAIC, sey 08542 totaling $50,945.00, and Bidders must be in compliance with all THEREOF, TO MAKE A DOWN DAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2003 IN BERGEN, ESSEX, UNION AND WARREN COUNTIES NORTH OF RT 57 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that these provisions of Chapter 127 P. L. 1975 supple- PAYMENT, TO AUTHORIZE THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH COUNTIES OF BERGEN, PASSAIC, ESSEX, HUDSON, MORRIS, WARREN, SUSSEX contracts are awarded without competitive ment to the law against discrimination (Affir- THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS TO PLAINS. 100 % STATE bidding as “Professional Services” under mative Action) and must pay workmen the FINANCE SUCH APPROPRIA- AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND DP # 03412 the provisions of the Local Public Contracts prevailing wage rates promulgated by the TION AND TO PROVIDE FOR ORDINANCE #2-2003 APPRO- Law, NJSA 40A:11-5(1)(a) New Jersey State Department of Labor and THE ISSUANCE OF BOND The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 U.S.C., PRIATING THE SUM OF BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Industry for this project, copies of which are ANTICIPATION NOTES IN AN- 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the $200,000 FROM THE NEW proper Town Officials be, and they are on file in the Office of the Town engineer. TICIPATION OF THE ISSU- Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to submit JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF hereby, authorized to take whatever actions Plans and specifications may be seen or ANCE OF SUCH BONDS. bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on the grounds TRANSPORTATION IN CON- are appropriate in the execution and dis- procured at the office of the Town Engineer, of race, color, sex , national origin, or handicap in the contract award. Bidders are required Purpose(s): Acquisition of a senior citi- NECTION WITH THE MILLING charge of these contracts, and Public Works Center, 959 North Avenue to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, c.127 NJAC 17:27. Drawings, specifications, zens transportation vehicle. AND TOP COURSE PAVING BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the West, Westfield, New Jersey. The non- and bid documents may be inspected or obtained for a fee of $15.00, for full size drawings, Appropriation: $115,000 OF WESTFIELD ROAD FROM Town Clerk shall notify the contractors by refundable cost of contract documents is at the NJDOT Plans Distribution Building #8 Thiokol P.O. Box 600 Trenton, New Jersey Bonds/Notes Authorized: $109,500 NORTH AVENUE TO letter requesting submittal of appropriate $50.00 made payable to the Town of 08625 during business hours. Names and addresses of prospective bidders for this project Grants (if any) Appropriated: -0- WESTFIELD AVENUE (JOINT Performance Bond and Certificate of Insur- Westfield, which must be paid in cash or may be acquired by telephoning 609-530-8584 or 609-530-8585 during business hours. Section 20 Costs: $5,000 VENTURE WITH BOROUGH ance, so as to further execute the contract certified check. The Mayor and Council Their fax number is 609-530-8347. Drawings, supplemental specifications, and boring logs Useful Life: 5 years OF FANWOOD) documents. reserve the right to reject any bid, and to may also be inspected (BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our various Barbara Riepe were duly passed on second and final BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a waive any informality in any bid, if in the Design Field Offices at the following locations: Township Clerk reading. copy of this resolution shall be published in interest of the Town, it is deemed advisable Township of Scotch Plains TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS 200 Stierli Court Route 79 and Daniels Way 1 Executive Campus Rt 70 West The Westfield Leader as a public notice of to do so. County of Union Barbara Riepe Mt. Arlington, NJ Freehold, NJ Cherry Hill, NJ the action taken in accordance with NJSA Kenneth B. Marsh State of New Jersey Township Clerk 973-770-5141 732-308-4025 856-486-6624 40A:11-5. Town Engineer 1 T - 7/17/03, The Times Fee: $44.88 1 T - 7/17/03, The Times Fee: $37.23 3 T - 7/17/03, 7/24/03 and 7/31/03, The Leader Fee: $156.06 1 T - 7/17/03, The Leader Fee: $62.73 1 T - 7/17/03, The Leader Fee: $70.38 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, July 17, 2003 Page 11 See it all in color at! Sports Section www.goleader.com THE WEEK IN SPORTS Pages 11-14 OSTRANDER HRs, TRACY TAPS 6 RBI, VOOM GOES 5-FOR-5 Westfield Policemen Pummel Springfield PD Blue, 24-6

By FRED LECOMTE title, as the full-fledged squadron McCullough. “Whenever we hit, we Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times showed up on the Springfield dia- always have the good defensive team The Westfield Police-1softballer mond on July 10, to pulverize the in the field, so we can be competitive force left a very clear message! They Springfield PD, 24-6. against anyone. Last week, we started are more than ready for the upcom- “We hit the ball today. We didn’t out slow and we never really got ing playoffs and a hungry challenger hit it last week. That was the big going. Today we just did the oppo- for the Union County Police League difference,” said team captain Jim site. We started out slow and we hit the ball hard the rest of the game. Last week the Jail had a lot of power, so defensively we had to back up, but then they were also able to place the ball in front of you. Here, we weren’t David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times so worried about Springfield’s power, MAKING THE PUTOUT AT SECOND…Westfield White shortstop David Pusar gets the force play on Raider Danny but they have a lot of spray here, so Gore in the fifth inning and fires to first in hope of getting the double play. Pusar was tough at the plate also, going 3-for- we were able to move in and take 3, including a double, with two RBI. their signals away.” Crafty pitching, awesome defense and a 31-hitting bombardment caused THIRD GAME TO DETERMINE STATE ADVANCEMENT a major instability for Springfield. Power man, Barney Tracy’s devastating home run, highlighted an 11- run pasting in the fourth inning. SP 12s Even Up Series, Edge Tracy’s firepower additionally claimed two doubles, two singles and six runs. Teammate, “Alias” Voom came well armed and went 5- for-5, including two doubles, and Westfield, 7-6, in District 12 recorded three RBI. Ed Belford banged four hits and five RBI while By DAVID B. CORBIN Westfield White previously had a run and Danny Gore who slashed a Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Fred K. Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times first-year player Tom Ostrander won all of its games and, since an timely two-run single and scored a LEADING THE STING…Crafty softball pitcher and power hitter Barney blasted a devastating two-run homer, On the brink of elimination, the opening-game loss to the Westfield run. Tracy led Westfield Police 1 with a devastating homer and six RBI to spank doubled and rapped two singles. Scotch Plains 12-year-old baseball Blue, the Scotch Plains Raiders had Westfield totaled 10 hits and was Springfield PD, 24-6, in Springfield on July 10. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 team came up with the right stuff won four-straight, including a 9-5 led by David Pusar who went 3-for- early and held off the Westfield victory over Westfield Blue, to force 3, including a double, with two RBI. White, 7-6, to force a final game in this showdown. Dean Thompson rapped a double FISCHER GOES 3-FOR-3, TORSIELLO TAPS 2 DOUBLES the Cal Ripkin District 12 Baseball Both teams performed heroics in and a two-run single and crossed the Tournament at Gumbert Field in the field and at the plate. Offen- plate twice. Michael Clark whacked Westfield on July 10. The winner of sively, the Raiders put together seven a double. the third game – won by Westfield, 8- hits and were led by Michael Klotz Defensively, White’s first baseman PEP Again Men Overwhelm 1, on July 11, advanced to the state who had two hits, Jimmy Burke who Steve Anzalone made a great leaping tournament held in Mt. Olive. drilled a two-run double and scored CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 Jade Isle Softballers, 11-3 MARCHELITIS GOES 4-FOR-4; IROVANDO, 3-FOR-3

By DAVID B. CORBIN PEP man Doug Fischer singled in the plate for the Islanders with two Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times all three of his at bats and scored singles and two RBI and Kevin Shaky St. Edward Holds On PEP Again, again, asserted its of- twice and teammate Butch Torsiello Woodring also added two singles. fensive authority, this time by over- ripped two doubles, scored once and The 10-9 Islanders made several whelming Jade Isle, 11-3, in the first had two RBI. Big Mike DaRosa great defensive plays. Second game of a doubleheader in the A whacked a two-run triple and added baseman Jerry Isolda made a mar- Division of the Scotch Plains Soft- an RBI sacrifice fly. Leadoff hitter velous diving stab of a liner in the To Edge St. Patrick, 11-10 ball League at Brookside Park in Joe Ward singled twice, scored twice third inning. Shortstop Chris Klukas Scotch Plains on July 8. Vying for and added an RBI. Greg Sekac poked made a superb running catch in shal- By DAVID B. CORBIN 11-10, in St. Bartholomew’s Ed Captain Ed Marchelitis, nor- the top seed in the upcoming play- a pair of RBI singles and Jim Helwig low center in the fifth and, once he Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Oldtimers Men’s Softball League mally a sure-handed shortstop, played offs, PEP (13-2) scored all of its runs went 2-for-2 with an RBI and a run perfected his curve ball, Gibbons Defensive brilliance certainly was action. The mister Eds committed a kick ball with a few grounders and and 11 of its 13 hits in the first three scored. made four fine snags of line drives not St. Edward’s strong suit on July minimum of eight errors to keep the added some off-target throws. innings before being stymied by Jade Jade Isle totaled 10 hits and man- back to the mound and was respon- 9 at Terrill Middle School in Scotch Pats in the game, but it took a fine “I’m single-handedly keeping Isle pitcher Keith Gibbons who sud- aged to group three of them together sible for three additional putouts, Plains; however, its 25-hit barrage defense play to seal the victory in the them in the game,” Marchelitis mut- denly found success with his curve in each the fourth and sixth innings. including a smooth 1 (pitcher)-6 (sec- was enough to hold off St. Patrick, seventh inning. tered at the end of the fifth inning. ball. Matt Walsh had the most success at CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 However, where he fell down defensively, he made up for it offen- sively, going 4-for-4 with a run KAMINS CLOCKS HOMER, WEIN GOES 4-4 BAGS 4 RBI scored. Teammates Steve Abrunzo went-3-for-3 with two runs scored and Tony Radice ripped three singles and had an RBI. Six mister Eds (Tom Hunter Ave. Softballers Win McGall, Jeff Friedlander, Larry Shaub, Don Rowbotham, Ken Broyles and Tom Litterio) had two hits each. Battle Over Midway, 14-5 The Pats pounded 16 hits and the fellow who did the most pounding was Bill Irovando who went 3-for-3, By FRED LECOMTE “It’s just about going out there as a guy made an error and it just kept on including an RBI triple, and scored Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times team, trying to battle every inning, trickling down. You have to be men- once. Jim Sheehan ripped two singles Hunter Avenue was on target and one pitch at a time and play some tally tough.” kept the Midway men off-balance and scored twice, Mark Romaine solid defense,” said Bianco. “Men- In the third, Hunter Wein singled tapped two singles and had two RBI, with veteran pitching, defensive wiz- tally, I try to go out there and give it and scored on Penzack ‘s single. Marv Sherb had two hits, an RBI and ardry and timely hitting to claim a, 100 percent on every pitch, not 50 Midway answered with two runs in a run scored, and Matt Hoelzel had 14-5, victory in Fanwood Old Men’s percent. If I did, then I may as well go the fourth. Drew Koski singled and David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times two hits and a run scored. Softball Association action at Forest home. Going back to that second Hobson hit a shot into orbit. Midway COMEDY OF ERRORS…St. Pats base runner Jim Sheehan dives safely back While the Eds fell down defen- Road Park in Fanwood on July 10. inning, it was a total mental collapse. guns blazed again for two runs in the to first as St. Edward first baseman Jeff Friedlander watches the ball roll into sively the Pats turned in several fine, Seven runs in the second inning, We just let everything fall apart. One CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 the heavy brush. dictated the outcome of the game. CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 The, 9-1, Hunters fired off 16 hits, including a Steve Kamins homerun. Goods & Services You Need! In addition to Kamins, who also had two singles, Phil Wein went 4-for-4 and scored four runs. Kyle Bilcher, Frank Cuccaro, Joe Penzack and Frank LAMINATED HOME IMPROVEMENT PAINTING Marcazzo banged two RBI each. 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Chris D’Andrea, fifth. Bianco beat out a bunt. Matt Midway added a run in the sixth. the bat, put it play, not at someone Eddie McNany and Huber singled, Costello singled and Michael McCoy Jay White and Jerry Lipschitz both and hope for the best,” said Ostrander. but shortstop Belford growled with a bounced an RBI single past third. singled and Dave Lissy lashed an “We were really tight against the putout and showed his range to make Paul Meade peppered an RBI sacri- RBI double. Hunter echoed with two U.C. Jail team last week, so today we a smooth putout to first baseman Dave fice fly to center narrowing the score runs in the sixth. Bilcher wiggled a came out here a little bit looser, Wyman. Graham then followed with to 9-4. bunt single, Kamins singled and Wein played ball like we’re capable of and a wicked two-RBI single. The Hunters blasted away for three powered a two-run double. Midway had fun. I’m just happy to be out here The Westfield Blue displayed more runs in the fifth. Cuccaro and Kamins managed a run in the seventh when playing while I try do the best I can firepower with an 11-run volley in yanked singles and Wein smoked a Alovy glazed a double down the to help the team.” the third. Paul Ferry and Ostrander two-run double. Kluckas singled and rightfield line and Manny Perez Springfield pounded out 16 hits singled, Belford banged out a two- landed safely at second, Penzack brought him home with a single. and was led by Eddie McNany, who run triple and Tracy launched a salvo walked and Marcazzo collected an Midway 000 221 1 6 whacked two singles, a double and RBI single. Hunter 171 032 x 14 shot to remote right center. Dave Fred K. Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times scored a run and Andy Huber, who Martinez unloaded a crushing double, DAZZLING ‘EM WITH HIS AGILITY…Midway second baseman Jerry muscled three singles and an RBI. Wyman muscled a single scoring Bianco kept the Hunters in check with six putouts. Despite his defensive Kevin Graham pummeled a two-run Martinez. Next, Mike Smalls singled, wizardry, the Hunter men crushed Midway, 14-5, in FOMSA action at Forest single. Voom doubled and Jeff Johnson Road Park on July10. Westfield rumbled with one run in ripped an RBI single. Ostrander strut- the top of the first inning on a walk ted to the pad for the second time and and an RBI single from Tracy. Spring- hit a terrorizing shot to right giving Union County Senior 50+ field retaliated with two runs in the Westfield a 12-1 lead. Springfield rallied for three runs PUBLIC NOTICE when Eddie McNany, Huber and Softball League Results: NOTICE TO CREDITORS Brian McNany each looped RBI Nilsen Detective Agency 13, Estate of: JANE IMFELD VINCI, De- singles. Westfield struck in the fourth Zimmer had muliple hits. Jerry ceased when Smalls scored on Voom’s RBI Antone’s Pub & Grill 10 Barrett homered. Pursuant to the order of James S. LaCorte, double. Four more Westfield police Nilsen scored seven runs in the Surrogate of the County of Union, made on Creative Industries 21, Haven Sav- scuffed the plate in the fifth. Ferry first inning, keyed by Al Theresa’s ings Bank 1 the 11TH day of JULY, A.D. 2003, upon the three-run homerun. Ron Ivory application of the undersigned, as EXECU- singled, Ostrander doubled and Joe Addochio, Ray Cozzarelli and TOR of the estate of said deceased, notice Belford punched a two-run single. homered. George Merlo had three hits apiece is hereby given to the creditors of said Tracy helped his cause and rifled a Comcast Cablevision 29, North- for Creative. 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Springfield hits, HR, and 5 runs scored), John mustered a run in the seventh when This slugfest featured 56 hits, in- Annual Charity Softball Challenge held at Brookside Park on July 12. The COLE, SCHOTZ, MEISEL, FORMAN & McLaughlin (3 hits, including 2 HRs, cluding 31 for Creative. Dick Finest pulled out the victory. LEONARD Bruce Underhill slashed an RBI sac- and 6 RBI), Steve Ferro (3 hits, in- 25 MAIN STREET rifice. DiMuro, Howie Jones, Bill Ritchie PO BOX 800 cluding a HR, and 5 RBI), Tony and Alan Schulman each had four HACKENSACK, NEW JERSEY 07602 Westfield 10 (11) 144 0 21 Williams (3 hits, HR, and 4 RBI), 1 T - 7/17/03, The Leader Fee: $20.91 Springfield 20 3 000 1 6 hits for Creative. Joe Addochio, SPF 11 Baseballers Boost Frank Pepe (3 hits, including 2 Demo Cervelli, Ray Cozzarelli, Art doubles, and 4 runs scored), Charles Kopacz and Charles Lehman added IMPROVE YOUR GOLF GAME Lehman and Art Kopacz (3 hits each) three hits apiece. 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fielding plays, including three singled and scored for the Eds in the double plays. Second baseman Joe fourth thanks to RBI singles from Metzger initiated two second-to-short Broyles and Litterio, but the Pats (Tony Williams)-to-first (Sheehan) hung close with a run of their own double plays. Metzger also snagged a when Williams, who reached on a fly ball in shallow center and fired to error, scored on Boone’s RBI single. pitcher Pete Vanderheyden covering Friedlander singled and scored on second in time to catch the base run- Lobrace’s sac fly in the fifth, but the ner lingering. Hoelzel made a fine Pats began to be more selective with running grab in leftfield, Scherb made the pitches and managed to gain a a great catch in rightfield and third bases-loaded walk by Mangiris to baseman Irovando made a slick scoop account for one of their two runs in of a grounder to get a force out. the inning. Romaine added an RBI David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times In the top of the first inning, McGall single. A PUTTING CHALLENGE…Dick Loynd, left, sizes up the difficult No. 3 putting A BIT LATE ON THE THROW…Jade Isle catcher Jim Lynch grabs the throw lashed a leadoff triple and Frank The Eds realized that patience was green designed by The Westfield Leader and The Times Assistant Publisher/Sports to home after PEP’s Joe Ward crosses the plate in the first inning. Samuelian hit an RBI sacrifice fly. a virtue in the sixth. “Make them Editor David B. Corbin for the Three Day Member-Guest Tournament held at Shaub and Marchelitis both singled throw strikes,” hollered Marchelitis. Canoe Brook Country Club in Summit this past weekend. For the past 13 years, and Radice and Ben Lobrace fol- Rowbotham, Abrunzo and Broyles Corbin has designed a difficult 9-hole putting course for the tournament. lowed with RBI singles to give the loaded the bases with consecutive PEP Again Men Overwhelm Eds a 3-0 lead. singles, Litterio followed with an The lead increased to 5-0 in the RBI free pass and Samuelian wiggled St. Bart’s Oldtimers Men’s second when Rowbotham and an RBI single to give the Eds an 11- Jade Isle Softballers, 11-3 Abrunzo, who both singled, scored, 8 lead. Softball League Results: CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 respectively, on singles by Litterio Thanks to some errors that were and McGall. The Pats immediately not made by Marchelitis, the Pats ANGELS DIVISION: St. Thomas eked out the win with ond)-3 (first) double play. error, Fischer singled and Sekac responded with three runs. Malcolm added a run in the bottom of the (As of July 11:) two runs in the top of the seventh. “Sometimes it moves for me and I slapped an RBI single. DeRosa hit an Boone reached on an error, Scherb sixth. TEAM W L Pct Steve Ferro had four hits and Brian got it to curve,” explained Gibbons RBI sacrifice fly, Ward punched an and Keith Middleton each tapped an “At least it wasn’t me this inning,” St. Anne 7 2 .777 Williams had four RBI for St. Tho- of his late inning pitching success. St. Edward 5 3 .625 RBI single and Torsiello drilled a RBI single and Irovando slashed his Marchelitis pointed out. St. James 6 4 .600 mas. Steve Pirella homered and Paul “The starting with one strike rule two-run double. RBI triple to right. In the bottom of the seventh, Pat St. Blaise 5 4 .555 Nadolny had two triples in the loss. makes them nervous not to foul the In the third, PEP took an 11-0 lead Ed man Friedlander tripled and Luongo and Irovando both singled St. Thomas 3 7 .300 ball. They sure found the middle, St. Blaise 11, St. Jude 6 when Peterpaul and Fischer singled, scored on Shaub’s RBI single in the and advanced on a groundout to first. SAINTS DIVISION: St. Blaise scored three in the third didn’t they?” Sekac banged an RBI single and third but the Pats added two runs in With one out, Sheehan lofted a fly to TEAM W L Pct PEP first baseman Matt Hoynowski St. Joseph 7 2 .777 and four in the fourth. Five Blaise DeRosa walloped his two-run triple. the bottom of the inning to tighten center. Luongo tagged up at third players had two RBI. Blaiser Mark pulled off a rare unassisted double Jade Isle finally responded with two the score to 6-5. Vanderheyden, and scored, and the runner at second St. Patrick 5 4 .555 play in the seventh inning by grab- St. Louis 5 5 .500 DiFrancesco homered. Jude Coach runs in the top of the fourth when Sheehan and Phil Vellucci poked attempted to acquire third, but St. Jude 4 7 .364 Tony Perfilio had two hits. bing a grounder, tagging the runner Isolda and Gibbons singled and both consecutive singles, Nate Mangiris Samuelian in center gunned him St. Michael 0 9 .000 heading to second and out-sprinting St. James 12, St. Louis 7 scored on Walsh’s single. rolled an RBI groundout and Ro- down to end the game. St. Joseph 13, St. Jude 5 the batter to first. In the sixth, Woodring singled, maine added an RBI single. Glen Walz whacked a leadoff single Ward lined a leadoff single to cen- St. Edward 321 212 0 11 John Reynolds led St. Joseph with in the bottom of the fifth to spell doom tagged up and advanced to second Bill McKinney and Abrunzo both St. Patrick 032 121 1 10 three extra-base hits and four RBI. ter to spark a three-run inning in the and third, respectively, on consecu- for St. Louis. Gangster John Gordon bottom of the first. Helwig lofted an Pitcher Joe Matuska had a solo homer bashed three hits. Steve Pietrucha led tive outfield flies and scored on Ken for Jude. RBI sacrifice fly to deep rightfield, Hickman’s single to left for the Is- Lou with three hits. allowing Ward to tag up and score landers’ final run. St. Blaise 12, St. Michael 10 For more information on our league, from second base. Torsiello yanked a Blaise Coach Tom Sherwin started please visit our website Jade Isle 000 201 0 3 double to left, pitcher Dave Legg PEP Again 353 000 x 11 the fifth inning with a single to ignite www.stbartssoftball.com. Howard looped an RBI single to left and a four-run rally. Sherwin had three Bialos – webmaster. Mike Parkhill hammered an RBI hits, as did Steve Magnotta and triple to remote left. Scotch Plains Softball Howard Bialos. Joe Romash had three Westfield Youth Wins Legg held the Islanders to just one League Standings: RBI for St. Michael. State Golf Crown single in each of the first three in- St. Louis 10, St. James 0 nings. In the meantime, PEP scored (As of July 13) Sean Elliott of Westfield took first A DIVISION: Tom Rutkowski allowed only five place on July 10 in the 9-year-old five runs in the second. Pat Peterpaul TEAM W L T hits in this rout of the James gang. Lee (1 hit, 2 runs scored) reached on an division of U.S. Kids New Jersey State PEP Again 14 3 0 DiDonato and Joe Cocuzza led St. Championship at Spooky Brook Golf Checchio’s 14 3 0 Louis each with two RBI. Fanwood Trans 10 7 0 Course with a score of 42 after a two- Westfield PAL Forms Jade Isle 10 9 0 St. Blaise 17, St. Joseph 15 hole sudden-death playoff. Sean’s fa- Elm Café/Chez 9 8 0 St. Blaise batted around in the third, ther, Barry Elliott, was his caddy. As a For Fall Football Boo Rays 5 10 0 plating 10 runs. Down by two and with result of the win, Sean is an invitee Chico’s Bail Bonds 6 12 0 Now Available Johnnie’s Lawn 0 17 0 two outs in the seventh, Joe man Art with the NJ All Star Team and will go Hobble got the first of five-straight to the U.S. Kids World Championship Westfield PAL registration forms B DIVISION: on July 28-30 in Williamsburg, Va. TEAM W L T hits, which tied the game at 11. Both for Football and Flag Football are teams scored four in the eighth. In the Sean previously won first place in available online at Theresa’s 16 1 3 Trinity Electric 12 2 2 ninth, Blaise put up two and held on. the 9-10 year old division in the N.J. www.westfieldpalfootball.com Sun Tavern 16 3 1 Howard Bialos led St. Blaise scoring PGA section Pee Wee tournament held and also on the PAL office door Val Decorators 10 8 0 three times. Dave Rothenberg scored on June 30 at Hyatt Hills Golf Course Mortarulo Masons 7 11 2 located at 111 Quimby Street, suite David B. 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©2002, Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. Coldwell Banker is a registered trademark of Coldwell Banker Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 14 Thursday, July 17, 2003 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION SP 12s Even Up Series, Edge Raider 11/12s Top Millburn ‘A’, Westfield, 7-6, in District 12 Stumble to Millburn Nationals This past week, the Scotch Plains- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 bottom of the fifth. This time the Fanwood Raiders 11/12 Travel Team Raiders played solid defense as catch in the first inning and added a were Greg Zabel, Anthony played one of their worst and one of centerfielder Joseph Del Prete and fine diving scoop in the sixth for a D’Annunzio and Steve Berger. their best games of the season. pitcher Jonathan Kosenick threw two putout. Shortstop Pusar snagged a “We always say, ‘whoever makes Against Millburn National, they blew perfect strikes to catcher Tom Holt blistering line drive and leftfielder the least errors wins’. They made the a 4-0 lead and lost 15-5 committing nailing two would-be Millburn scor- Michael Irving made a superb run- plays when they had to and they nine errors in the process. The one ers. ning catch. Raider shortstop Burke deserved to win,” expressed Coach bright spot was Connor Viglianti’s In the top of the seventh, Del Prete dove to grab a grounder and fired to Isabella. “Our guys battled back. We solo home run. Later, the Raiders led off with a single and Saxony Nielsen first for the putout and rightfielder had the tying run on third in the fifth defeated Millburn American, 7-4. followed with a walk. Kyle Fitzgerald Gore pulled off a major league slid- and sixth and we didn’t get it across. Against Millburn American, the doubled home Del Prete, and Nielsen ing catch in the fourth inning. This is 12-year-old baseball at its Raiders also saw a, 4-0, lead evapo- stole home. After Blake Van Buskirk Sensing the need prior to the game, best. We are the two best teams in the rate as Millburn tied the score in the drove in Fitzgerald the Raiders were Westfield White Head Coach Matt district. We proved it by getting here up 7-4. Kosenick then set down Isabella gathered his team for a pep and Scotch Plains is on a roll and Scotch Hills Women Millburn to preserve the win. talk in an effort to get them focused. they are a great team.” Pitchers Fitzgerald and Kosenick Batting first, the White took a 1-0 “They show a lot of character. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Tell Golf Results combined for nine Ks and Billy lead when Anzalone yanked a single They show a lot of heart all the time. PULLING OFF A BUNT SINGLE…Raider Kevin Maroney lays down a perfect bunt single in the first inning against Westfield White to spark a five-run inning. A spokeswoman for the Scotch Hills Johnston turned in another outstand- to left and scored on Pusar’s double They never give up,” said Raider Women’s Golf Association of Scotch ing performance at first. Fitzgerald to right-center. Head Coach Tom Della Badia of his Plains announced the results of the collected three doubles while Del Scotch Plains, however, seemed team. “Sometimes you come to Grandmothers Tournament held July 8. Prete and Van Buskirk added two more focused in the beginning and games and you can never tell with Westfield White 12’s Capture FLIGHT A: each. Viglianti and Holt chipped in jumped Westfield for five runs in the 12-year-old kids. Are they going to Low gross: Pat Kelk 42 one hit apiece. Eddie Heavey and bottom of the inning. Kevin Maroney be ready to play or aren’t they? To- Low net: Kelk 29 Jorge Cruz crossed the plate while and Klotz laid down back-to-back night, they were ready to play. These Ripkin District Championship Second: Joann Vocci 30 Jeff Sirdashney and Kosenick bunt singles and Burke sizzled a two- are the two-best teams in the tourna- Westfield’s 12-year-old White base- double play. Raiders Danny Gore and Third: Marge Grimmer and Carol chipped in with an RBI each. run double over third. Mike ment. You expect good pitching. It ball team won the Cal Ripken District Steve Berger got on base in the third Nichols 31 WTA Men’s Masters Lauricella hit a looping single that happened today. The pitching is what 12 Championship with an, 8-1, vic- but Michael Clark grabbed a deep fly FLIGHT B: was mishandled, allowing Burke to carries these two teams. If you throw tory over Scotch Plains. David Pusar by Burke to stop the threat. Anzelone, Low gross: Alice Yorks 51 Tennis Ladder Told: score. Matt Berka walked and Gore strikes and don’t walk anybody, both fired a five-hitter for the win and Steve Isabella and Morgan ripped hits in the Low net: Yorks and June McCarthy The fifth WTA reporting period followed with his two-run single. pitchers keep their team in the game.” Anzalone, Matt Isabella and Mike Irv- Westfield half for two more runs. 28 showed an increase in playing activ- In the third, Thompson doubled, Westfield White 101 400 6 ing banged two hits each to lead a Pusar doubled home Thompson in Third: Jeaqnnette Walker 29 ity with seven matches reported, with moved to third on Pusar’s single and Scotch Plains 502 00x 7 balanced team effort. Scotch Plains the fourth but Scotch Plains had one last Ernest Jacob and Donald Dohm tak- scored when Pusar stole second and had previously defeated Westfield, 7- rally in them. Kevin Maroney led off the FLIGHT C: ing the 1-2 positions, and Bob Kolesik drew the catcher’s throw, but Scotch WTA Women’s Double 6, in the double elimination tourna- fifth with a single followed a by a walk Low gross: Jane Lausten 57 and Irwin Bernstein reaching the Plains immediately answered with ment to force the championship game. to Burke but Jimmy Reardon turned a Low net: Nancy Christensen and eight-game milestone required to two runs. Tyler Della Badia slapped Tennis Ladder Told: Scotch Plains took a 1-0 lead in the great inning-ending double play. Camile Hayden 29 qualify for the post season playoffs. a single to right and sped to third The standings for the WTA top of the first but was stalled when In the fifth, after Fox singled and Third: Bette Fitter and Evelyn Check out all results of the WTA, when the ball got by the outfielder. Women’s Doubles Ladder as of July Robbie Grandstrand made a great de- Greg Mucci walked, Irving cracked a Hecker 30 including matches played, by check- Gore alertly made the best of a 13 are shown below. The next report- fensive play on a bunt attempt by two-run double. Scotch Plains went Low Putts: Olga Rose and Marion ing the www.westfieldnj.com/wta fielder’s choice and reached second ing period ends July 27. To qualify Michael Klotz and Matt Morgan quietly in the sixth as Reardon took a Brandite 13 website. base. Later Della Badia and Gore for the playoffs in September, teams gunned down Jimmy Burke at second grounder and flipped to Irving for a Chip in: hole 3 – Marge Ruff, hole 4 – Dot Rastetti, hole 5 – Rose, hole 1. Ernest Jacob (2) both scored on an error by the first must play 8 matches. The number in trying to stretch a single. Westfield force at second to end the game. 2. Donald Dohm (3) baseman. parentheses is number of matches answered with three runs as Irving Westfield White now advances to 7 – Grimmer 3. Irwin Bernstein (8) Westfield came alive in the fourth played to date. All challenges must and Dean Thompson got on base and the North Jersey sectionals. Matt Birdie: Linnea Rhodes hole 7 4. Mike McGlynn (5) be accepted. Report scores to (908) Anzalone and Isabella drove them Monaghan is also a member of the 5. Bob Kolesik (9) with four runs to tighten the score to 6. Dewey Rainville (3) 7-6. Clark reached on an error, Greg 233-7669. home. Westfield White team but was injured The Raiders threatened in the sec- WTA Women Singles 7. Joe Donnolo (4) Mucci walked and Irving laid down 1, Galasso/Perez-Santalla (7) and unable to play in the game. 8. Len Cerefice (1) a bunt that created an error at first, 2. Purdy/Hewett (5) ond but Josh Firestone fired a strike Tennis Ladder Told: John Dalton (0) allowing Clark to score. Thompson 3. Bender/Abromowitz (3) from right field to catcher Jake Fox to WTA Men’s Doubles David Armstrong (0) 4. Morin/Vollbrechthausen (9) gun down Matt Berka at the plate for a Listed below are the current stand- George Sincox (0) punched his two-run single and Pusar 5. Sottung/Weisman (5) ings for the Westfield Tennis Asso- lofted his RBI sacrifice fly. 6. Day/Kacmarsky (4) Tennis Ladder Told: Members reporting no matches 1. Gonnella/Wilhelm ciation Women’s Singles Ladder by July 27 will be dropped from the Strong pitching from relief pitch- 7. Goldberger/Wirthshafter (3) WTA Mixed Doubles through July 13. Inactive players have ers Thompson (Westfield) and Burke 8. Black/Fleder (4) 2. McGlynn/Aliche ladder but be reinstated should they 9. Brotman/Jacobello (2) Tennis Ladder Told: 3. Mancini/Oslislo been dropped from the standings. later report a match. The next report- (Raiders) prevented further scoring. 10Healey/Freundlich (4) 4. Ferio/Sobel Abramowitz/Eisenberg Numbers in parentheses indicate ing period ends on July 27. Ladder Also participating for the White were 11.Mack/Pecker (2) 5. Schurig/Sheehan matches played. Eight matches must Matt Morgan, Matt Isabella, Jim 12.Antonelli/Walker (4) Bender/Bender Dohm/Magierski coordinator Mike McGlynn, phone 13.Annis/Nelson (3) Buckman/Buckman Kolesik/Cerefice be played by Labor Day, September Reardon, Jake Fox, Robbie Darmanin/Myers (908) 654-1651, e-mail: 14.Zoidis/Fraser (2) Marks/Strauchler 1, in order to be eligible for the [email protected]. The al- Grandstrand and Matt Monaghan. 15.Douglas/Meylor (1) Whelan/Whelan Sincox/Blckburn playoffs. Further information is avail- Also participating for the Raiders 16.Louie/Louie (1) North/Schmell Satkin/Finestein ternate coordinator is Irwin Bernstein able by calling Jean Power at (908) e-mail: [email protected]. 654-7418. The next reporting period Call in results to (908) 317-0001 will conclude at 8 p.m. Sunday, July (option 3 for men’s masters) 27. Match scores should be reported within 24 hours and weekend scores by Sunday evening to J. Power. WTA Men’s Singles 1. Meg Butler (4) 20. P. Brotman (8) Tennis Ladder Told: 2. JoAnn Purdy (5) 21. M. Wexler (5) 3. Clara Karnish (8) 22. K. O’Neill (5) 1. Robert Errazo 19. Mike Manders 4. Sherri Bender (3) 23. B. Brenner (7) 2. Gary Wasserman 20. Rich Pardo 5. Monica Morin (5) 24. D. Gelinne (4) 3. Vince Camuto 21. Chris Wendel 6. M. Perez-Santalla (8) 25. Ellen Smith (8) 4. Mike Gonnella 22. Tuyen Diep 7. Vollbrechthausen (10) 26. N. Wickwire (8) 5. Glen Macdonald 23. Peter Magierski 8. Danielle Coleman (3) 27. D. Barabas (6) 6. Alex Winnicker 24. James Bender 9. Janet Cornell (6) 28. C. Lee (9) 7. Stuart Gruskin 25. Jeremy Krell Visit us at burgdorff.com to see all our homes for sale. 10. Lisa Sottung (5) 29. S. Antonelli (7) 8. Russell Finestein 26. John Mancini 11. Janice Honymar (2) 30. Freundlich (6) 9. Steven Kreutzer 27. Bryan Smith 12. Jean Power (5) 31. Liz Fischer (5) 10. Bill Wilhelm 28. Dave Leiz 13. Maria Elena Whelan (9) 32. L. Coleman (3) 11. Steve Satkin 29. Adam Krell 14. Evelyn Matino (7) 33. Sam. North (3) 12. Steve Parker David Armstrong 15. Ellen Rogers (8) 34. A. Wilhelm (3) 13. Alec Wasserman Dewey Rainville 16. Dianne Mroz (2) 35. C. Healey (6) 14. Andrew Ross Ernest Jacob 17. Tina Wasilewski (11) 36. J. Walker (5) 15. Paul Moum John Dalton 18. Priscilla Wood (10) 37. J. Velasco (3) 16. Mark Jackler Joseph Donnolo 19. Pat Page (4) 38. E. Mitchell (2) 17. David Ferio Todd Krell 39. Cindy Newman (2) 18. Weldon Chin Jon Eisenberg

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Lois Berger, a consistent top achiever in the Burgdorff ERA, Westfield office was awarded with our Sales Agent and Listing Agent of the Month for June 2003. As Sales Agent, Lois has sold 4 units with a dollar volume of over $2.2 million and for Listing Agent she has listed 3.5 units for the month with a dollar volume of over $1.8 million. Lois, Broker Associate, is a member of the NJAR Circle of Excellence Sales Award and has achieved the Silver Level in 1987, 1992. 1997-2001 and the Bronze Level in 1981-96, 1988-1991, and 1993-1996 and 2002. She is a $773,900 member of NJAR’s Distinguished Sales Club. She has also been awarded the ERA’s Leader This beautifully landscaped, classic 4 bedroom, 3 full bath Circle for 1997, 2000-2001, 2003. Lois has achieved membership in Burgdorff’s elite President’s Council. A licensed broker since 1984, Mrs. Berger has earned the Certified Real Estate Specialist colonial Victorian is situated on popular Lenox Avenue. A (CRS) designation. She holds a BA from Douglas College and a MS from Queens College. spaciaous interior that includes a gourmet eat-in-kitchen and fabulous entertainment center will welcome you home in comfort and style. Within walking distance to Westfield’s amenities. WESTFIELD OFFICE Kay Gragnano 600 North Avenue West • Westfield, NJ 07090 Sales Associate (908) 233-0065 NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club 1998-2002 RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE For all your mortgage Private Line: 16 Offices Westfield Office needs Call ERA Mortgage (908) 301-2036 209 Central Avenue at 888-421-3813 Throughout New Jersey e-mail: Kaygragsaol.com (908) 233-5555 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, July 17, 2003 Page 15 HOUSE FOR SALE CHILD CARE NEEDED Westfielder LTJG Milanette Wychwoods PT Childcare for 5 yr old twins and 9 location, position, size, dignity. CLASSIFIEDS yr old in Westfield. Beginning end of Completes Nuclear Power Training Center Hall Colonial with 3 Aug. Monday - Thursday, 11:30am bedrooms 1 1/2 + bathrooms, - 6pm + extra hours possible. Non- WESTFIELD – Lieutenant Junior the University of Rochester through long narrow garage, two cars or 3 HELP WANTED HELP WANTED smoker, Valid DL, References. Grade (LTJG) Terry Milanette of the Navy ROTC program. She re- small cars end to end, large private Please call (908) 232-1197 Westfield completed nuclear power ceived a Bachelor of Science in Biol- lot. $700,000 (908) 232-6405. Teacher, Assistant. THINKING Teacher - Music (Part-time) grades training at the Navy’s Nuclear Power ogy and Geology in 2000, and was Principals only. Needs updating ABOUT GOING INTO OR Pre-K - 3, at highly regarded, small DOG TRAINING School on July 11. commissioned an Ensign in the US by well situated buyer. RETURNING TO TEACHING? independent Short Hills school, known Unusual opportunity as part-time for its innovative curriculum and Obedience, Behavior Problems, Commencing the program in July Navy. Pup Selection, House Proofing & of 2002, LTJG Milanette was trained LTJG Milanette then attended Sur- (morning) Kindergarten Assistant emphasis on learning through the OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE Teacher at a highly regarded, arts. Responsibilities include working Safety. In-Home Private Training for an intensive six-month course in face Warfare Officer School in New- PAWsitive Dog Training WESTFIELD - Office space small independent Short Hills with the Director of Music to ensure nuclear physics and reactor theory at port, RI for a period of six months. In Edison (732) 603-0366 the US Naval Station, in Charleston, November of 2000 she was trans- available, lower level of school, known for its innovative the excellence of the music programs, SC. This was followed by six more ferred to the USS Cowpens (CG-63) Professional building on curriculum. Qualities desired teaching singing, rhythms, beginning SITUATION WANTED TUTORING months of naval nuclear engineering an Aegis cruiser homeported in Westfield Avenue. $750.00 per include quick intelligence, note reading, and music appreciation training in Saratoga Springs, NY. Yokosuka, Japan where she served as month includes all utilities. creativity, flexibility, to pre-K-3 students; teaching recorder Private tutor for children, youth,& A graduate of Westfield High Gunnery Officer, and received her Kay Gragnano resourcefulness, enthusiasm for to 3rd graders; and providing piano adults in most subjects. Remedial School in 1996, LTJG Milanette was designation as a Surface Warfare Coldwell Banker hands-on activities, ability to relate accompaniment for school choirs. reading & math; grammar & com- the recipient of a full scholarship to Officer. (908) 233-5555 well to five- and six-year-olds. The Lower School Music teacher position; research paper instruc- During her time on Cowpens she Send cover letter and resume to: may also provide individual music tion; editing. Flexible schedule. participated in cruises to Guam, In- Matthew Gould, Assistant Director lessons during and after the school 908-389-1976 Devilfish Tryouts dia, Singapore, Thailand, and other Far Brook School day. Qualities desired include a deep TUTORING locations in the Western Pacific and RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE via fax: (973) 379-8830 love for music and the ability to inspire Set for July 21 Indian Oceans. e-mail: [email protected] that love in children, intelligence, HS Math, Chem, Physics WESTFIELD – The Westfield Y In August she will report to the TICKETS FOR SALE and/or call: (973) 379-3442 sensitivity, flexibility, resourcefulness, & SAT Prep. will hold tryouts for the Devilfish USS Ronald Reagan (CV-76) and and a sense of humor, Send cover by Certified Teacher. BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN & HELP WANTED letter and resume to: W. Roth (732) 548-3706 Swim Team on Monday, July 21. begin her assignment in the engi- The E STREET BAND Warm-up begins at 4 p.m., tryouts neering department of the Navy’s CPC Nursery School, Matthew Gould, Assistant Director Since 1968 will be held from 4:30-6:30 p.m. newest aircraft carrier. Giants Stadium Mountainside needs teacher for via fax: (973) 379-8830 The Devilfish is a competitive LTJG Milanette is the daughter of August 28th - 31st 3yr old class. Contact Joan e-mail: [email protected] PIANO LESSONS naval reserve Captain and Mrs. Jef- Floor Seats Available and/or call: (973) 379-3442 team for youth ages 6 to 18 and Souder at 232-9490 or TEACHING SINCE 1970 competes against other YMCAs in frey Milanette of Westfield. Call Jim (732) 801-3200 [email protected] HELP WANTED (908) 889-4095 the area in both dual and invitational meets. Swimmers who meet FOR RENT HELP WANTED REAL ESTATE, Agents at See it all on the Web! Burgdorff ERA are breaking all PUBLIC NOTICE qualifying standards have the op- WESTFIELD Secretary/Typist, Experienced, tion of participating in regional OVERSIZED 2 CAR GARAGE records. ERA’s #1 Real Estate TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS www.goleader.com Work from own home with own firm has training classes starting and national meets. The Westfield IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY, computer. Forward resume and PLANNING BOARD “Y” hosts two invitational meets SAFE, SECURE LOCATION, soon. Scholarships available. PUBLIC NOTICE salary requirements to: Typist at NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at the per year, the Devilfish Classic in IDEAL FOR STORAGE Call 1-866-BURGDORFF Planning Board meeting of the Township of PO Box 250; Westfield, NJ 07091 Scotch Plains held on July 14, 2003, the October and the Boys 8-and-under NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT $295.00/M PUBLIC NOTICE Championships in February. FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY Call Lori (973) 397-3541 Board adopted the following Resolutions: THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD HELP WANTED BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Broadway Associates, LLC, preliminary The team is composed of approx. and final major subdivision approved on 150 swimmers, two girls’ teams RESOLUTION 03-07-119 HOUSE NEEDED TO RENT LIFEGUARD(S) - Needed FT/PT Notice is hereby given that Ordinance May 12, 2003 for 52 age-restricted and 3 and one boys’ team. Swimmers CONTRACTOR: Suplee, Clooney & SNOWBIRDS! starting immediately. American No. 03-14-R market value housing units, for Johnson practice between four and nine Company; 308 East Broad Street; Westfield, Westfield family of 4 needs furnished Red Cross lifeguard training avail. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING Street, Emil Place, Waverly Place and New Jersey 07090 Central N.J. area. CHAPTER 93 OF THE CODE Fanwood Avenue. times per week. Parent involve- NATURE OF SERVICE: Financial con- home to rent for 6 months beginning OF THE BOROUGH OF 477 Terrill Road, LLC, minor subdivi- ment is expected. A $100 deposit sultation services. in September while their home is 1-800-426-5580 FANWOOD REGARDING sion approved on May 28, 2003 for 6-8 is required to tryout, and is refund- DURATION: For a period ending no later renovated. Please call 917-705-2345 SIGNS Johnson Street, Block 4401, Lots 15 & 16. than December 31, 2003. SALE was passed and adopted on the second Ernest DiFrancesco, minor subdivision able if the child does not make the or email [email protected] and final reading at a meeting of the Mayor team. AMOUNT: Not to Exceed $13,250.00. approved on May 28, 2003 for 1923 Moun- A Copy of the Resolution and Contract HANDYMAN SERVICES 1507 Fox Trail, Mountainside and Council of the Borough of Fanwood tain Avenue, Block 1803, Lot 18. 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Board of Directors, an affiliate of Medical Center. The Muhlenberg Vollbrechthausen to Jonathan Gabriel, Damien and Michelle Ponsonnet to Solaris Health System. Foundation is committed to under- 124 Barchester Way, $592,500. Rodney Ross and Deborah Enix-Ross, Mr. Manion is currently director taking strategically planned activi- Kenneth and Joanne Hoover to 779 Fairacres Avenue, $515,000. of Corporate Communications at ties, which provide financial support Andrew and Tracy Newman, 644 William and Eleanor Elmendorf to Pfizer, Inc., a position he has held for Muhlenberg Regional Medical Coleman Place, $525,000. Paul Walden and Virginia Clarke- since April 2003. For the past two Center. The board provides a strong Joseph and Janet Gilani to Reloca- Walden, 1014 Coolidge Street M/A: 1 years he has also served as director of network of medical, corporate, and tion, 535 Sherwood Parkway, Washington Square Village, Apt. 9J, Corporate Internet Communications community leadership aimed at im- $540,000. New York, NY, $399,900. at Pharmacia Corporation. Prior to proving the quality of life for the Relocation to Markus Peter and Julie James Lantz to F&J Foot Co., LLC, holding these positions Mr. Manion expanding communities served by C M YU, 535 Sherwood Parkway, 116 Cacciola Place M/A: 330 William served in several marketing and cor- the medical center. $540,000. Street, Scotch Plains, $100,000. porate communications roles during For more information on the Antoinette Brescia to D. Villane Karen Kaslusky to Joseph and SPECIAL DEDICATION…Carol Knaus, former President of the Brunner ten years with Johnson & Johnson. Muhlenberg Regional Medical Cen- Construction, LLC, 101 Woodland Marisa Carnevale, 758 Central Av- Elementary School Parent Teacher Association in Scotch Plains was an integral He began his career at CBS Televi- ter Foundation call (908) 668-2025. Avenue M/A: 655 Jerusalem Road, enue, $182,000. force in having the media center dedicated to the memory of Dr. Albert DeSousa. sion in broadcast news production. Scotch Plains, $430,000. Vaughn and Sharon Buntain to Pictured, left to right, are: Mrs. Knaus, Dr. DeSousa’s wife, Anne, and current Brunner Principal Jodi Frank. He received his Bachelor of Arts Jeanne and John Shea to Craig and Randall and Kathleen Speir, 739 degree in English Literature and His- Arlene Hrinkevich, 166 Euclid Av- Scotch Plains Avenue, $950,000. tory from Kean College in Union. enue, North, $735,000. Carl and Janet Bredlau to Jonathan Over the years Mr. Manion has Ann and Larry Cary, Jr. to Peter and and Elizabeth Pearson, 909 Rahway won many distinguished awards, in- Natalie Golub, 850 Shackamaxon Avenue, $377,000. cluding two silver Telly Awards as an Drive, $590,000. Elliot Budashewitz and Susan Executive Producer, a Bronze Telly Erin O’Brien and Mark Mistner to Spiegel to Daniel Halevy and Randi Talking Business Award as an Producer Internal Com- Lynda Wagner, 515 Trinity Place, Albert, 920 Summit Avenue, munications, an ITVA Silver Reel, $310,000. $525,000. also as a Producer, Internal Commu- Andrew and Evelyn Zachar to Jef- Stephen Szczubelek to Ronald nications, two Emmys (NY Chapter) frey Gabriel, 600 Coolidge Street, Scorese and Georgina Strilakos, 319 Miron Re-Appointed as for Outstanding Special Program- $550,000. Elizabeth Avenue, $390,000. ming and Outstanding Sports Pro- Dorothy Crouse to Joseph North Stephen and Michele Dzury to Sirva gramming respectively, and was a and Mary Catherine Cronin-North, Relocation, LLC, 34 Moss Avenue, Trustee of Bar Foundation finalist the New York Festival Award. 658 Boulevard, $530,000. $459,000. The Muhlenberg Foundation is a Robert and Colleen Zych to Desiree Sirva Relocation, LLC to Eric and WESTFIELD – Louis Miron, a sion. The New Jersey Superior Count non-profit organization operated ex- Denourie, 1315 Central Avenue, Lois Menklin, 34 Moss Avenue, Westfield attorney and resident, has Chancery Division has also desig- clusively for scientific, educational Dennis Manion $295,500. $459,000. been re-appointed as a trustee of the nated him as a court-appointed moni- Kenji and Miyoko Ueyama to Lester New Jersey State Bar Foundation tor and court-appointed fiscal agent Boehm T/A F.T. 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Eagle, the Foundation’s legal news- Mr. Miron graduated cum laude Flannery of Westfield, the son of he displayed outstanding achieve- Paul and Catherine Denning, 1137 “Our office is expanding, and paper for kids and chairs the editorial from Lehigh University and received William Flannery and Betty Lynch, ments, not only in scholarly endeav- South Avenue, West M/A: 132 we needed a larger space to ac- board of The Respect, a tolerance his law degree from American Uni- has been selected by the University ors, but also because he participates Koskiuszko Road, White House Sta- commodate our staff,” said Broker newsletter produced by the Founda- versity, Washington College of Law. of Maryland as one of the country’s in and exercises leadership in extra- tion, $168,500. Manager Ellen Troeller. “We want tion. He also chairs the NJSBF’s Tol- Founded in 1958, the New Jersey most outstanding campus leaders by curricular activities. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, July 17, 2003 Page 17 ArtsArts && EntertainmentEntertainment Whitney Weldon: A Survivor CONTINUED FROM PAGE 18 Tempurpedic mattress was brought in, ing guests and light switches changed and lamps were T O LEARN MORE… Whitney laughing illuminated by the touch of a fingertip. with her friends on “School brought in a tall stand so her WEBSITES AND E-MAIL: a golf cart were in- trumpet could reach her lips and she www.weldonfop.org, www.ifopa.org, termingled with the could use her left hand to play,” Hillary [email protected] and interviews. told Sean, adding that when Whitney [email protected]. “The present isn’t learned she otherwise couldn’t play RESOURCES: bad, but we know the instrument, she taught herself how Available through where this is going to put on her clothes with a special the www.ifopa.org to go,” Hillary told dressing stick. website, a booklet Sean, stressing the SENSATIONAL SENIOR…Artist Fay Pell of Westfield poses with her painting While Hillary reported that may be read on- importance of let- at the opening reception of the 2003 Union County Senior Citizen Art Contest and Whitney could no longer ride a bike, line about F.O.P. ting Whitney live Michael Pollack for The Leader and The Times, digital photo from video Exhibition on June 25 at NUI/Elizabethtown Gas, Liberty Hall Center in Union. Sean showed footage of a past Christ- The cover was il- SPELLING OUT A SURVIVOR…In a collage filled with The annual contest and exhibit is sponsored by the Union County Board of Chosen everyday of her life cherished photographs of the Weldon family, a poem Freeholders and the Union County Division of Cultural and Heritage Affairs. The mas morning when Whitney gave a lustrated by to the fullest. Bigfork, Minn. defining each letter in Whitney’s name is shown. winning artwork will be displayed in the Freeholder Gallery, from August 4 to 26. new bike a test drive. Montclair Golf W=wonderful, H=happy, I= ice skating, T=talk, N=nice, The gallery is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily on the sixth floor of the Union “We had to take the bike away,” artist and F.O.P. patient Jack Sholund. Club has been re- E=energetic, Y=young; W=wild, E=excellent, L=little, County Administration Building, Elizabethtown Plaza in Elizabeth. Hillary told Sean, adding that her patient Jack Sholund. D=dog, O=observant, and N=never gives up. Everyone loves jewelry and greet- served for the next daughter could not use her neck ing cards, but this time, the money Golf Invitational on muscles and a portion of her back. can go to help F.O.P. research. All June 7, 2004. “There is no doubt in my mind that ‘New Voices 2003’ Planned William, who could not playfully monies go directly to IFOPA. Hillary told The Leader/The Times, this young man is going to change poke his sister because it would harm Jasmin Ariel Floyd, who has F.O.P. “I have to say I was quite taken back the world, not only for FOP, but for her, had developed his own way of sells handmade greeting cards and when I saw Sean’s video. I couldn’t any cause he chooses to do (film) in As Paper Mill Season Finale emoting. He wrote a poem on Novem- gifts on www.jasminariel.com. On believe a 17-year-old produced such his future,” said Hillary. “This film ber 21, 2002, which Sean placed over MILLBURN – Paper Mill Play- and 18 from 71 towns across New Nat’s Beads, the purchase of gor- a caring, tender, and professional will make a huge difference not only house in Millburn’s 2003 season Jersey in a nostalgic celebration of footage of Hillary on the telephone: geous jewelry laced with semi-pre- geous jewelry laced with semi-pre- documentary.” for awareness, but for science. It puts will conclude with a concert slated the musicals of the 1950s. cious stones by Jackson resident “He was extremely sensitive and a human face on this condition and “Overhearing my mom talking Natalie McKeever promises a 50% for three evenings, Friday, August Westfield High School (WHS) worried about intrusion,” she Sean captured this beautifully.” 1 and Saturday, August 2 at 7:30pm students Ryan Leonard, 16, and all day on the phone. I usually donation to IFOPA. Visit added. “You hardly knew he was know what she is talking about. www.geocities.com/natsbeads. and Sunday, August 3 at 3 p.m. Allison Siko, 15, will be perform- there.” Your Input Is Always Now in its eighth year, this an- ing. She is talking about my sister and DONATIONS: The Weldon The documentary will air on Appreciated: [email protected] her disease. I usually don’t hear F.O.P. Research Fund, Medical nual event features over 100 young Ryan was awarded a scholarship Westfield’s TV-36 every Sunday this performers between the ages of 10 to Paper Mill’s Summer Musical the entire story and only hear the Center Development, c/o Weldon month at 11:15 p.m. Sean is working FOP Fund, University of Pennsyl- Theatre Conservatory as part of his part which is bad. I jump to on mass-producing DVDs for home being nominated for a Rising Star conclusions and get scared to vania School of Medicine, 3535 viewing. Market Street, Suite No. 750, Phila- WF Community Swing Band Award for his performance as death. My sister doesn’t want to The documentarian acknowledges Frederick in WHS’ The Pirates of delphia, Pa. 19104-3309; Leslie that he is a changed man. “I’m talk about it and just wants to Howard, Senior Major Gifts Of- Penzance. play or go to her room.” changed not only in the way that I To Evoke Nostalgia on July 24 Allison is returning to Paper ficer, (215) 898-0578, examine her (Whitney’s) struggle, [email protected]; tax WESTFIELD — The Westfield Jessica Brayne, a Summit native, who Mill’s annual New Voices concert identification no. 23-1352685 OR but what impacted me was the kind Community Swing Band, Nostalgia, is a vocalist and song stylist for the for her seventh year. She will be to IFOPA, P.O. Box 196217, Win- of mother/child uncertainty of the under the direction of ensemble. Brayne began entering her sophomore year in the ter Springs, Fla. 32719-6217. day-to-day. It has indirectly changed Sal Melillo, will per- singing swing music back fall. my interaction with others in human form on Thursday, July in the days with her high 24, at 7:30 p.m. school Swing Band. The program will reflect the relations.” original landscape of American “I had a loose approach to the In the fall, Sean will study film at The band’s perfor- She is also the lead film,” explained Sean, adding that it mance marks its third singer of a wedding/club musical theatre, with selctions from New York University’s Tisch School Damn Yankees, Guys and Dolls, was vital to include Kenny Sanocki’s of the Arts. When asked whether the season as part of the act, which performs musical interludes and add William’s Westfield Recreation throughout the New York/ The Pajama Game, West Side Story, future will find him one of and The Music Man. Get Outta poem as new elements to hold the Westfield’s success stories, he ac- Department’s Summer New Jersey area and has viewer’s attention. Hillary gave Sean Concert Series and will performed the role of Tickets are $37, $27 and $20 by cepted that vision, saying, “I’m will- calling (973) 376-4343. a copy of the poem before filming ing to put time, energy and effort bring concertgoers back Josephine in the to the music of an ear- Westfield Community The House began and he knew he wanted to into my future.” lier age. Player’s production of By CAROL F. DAVIS include it. As he spent some of his summer Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Dr. Kaplan spoke next about the Featured selections Jessica Brayne Romance Romance. WYACT building six 24 x 12 houses in five for the evening include Some of the notable There will be another Westfield need for a cure and financial aid to days as a missionary in Mexico, Sean CONTINUED FROM PAGE 18 Community Concert Band concert a variety of Glenn Miller hits such as selections Brayne will perform with revs into high gear. Music director hire more research scientists. He also knew that he would someday revisit “Moonlight Serenade,” “In the Mood” the Westfield Community Swing tonight, July 17, in Mindowaskin believes answers to FOP may come Whitney’s story in another film. Greenbaum has tight reigns on what Park at 7:30 p.m., with a broad selec- and “Tuxedo Junction.” Many of the Band include, “This Can’t Be Love,” could be a runaway train with Tony, from understanding other medical “When people see this film, I think compositions played during the con- “Orange Colored Sky,” “Almost Like tion of music compiled by Maestro issues and diseases. Maria, Anita, the Jets and the Sharks Elias Zareva. The featured soloist, they will stop and think about it and cert are the original arrangements used Being in Love,” “Straighten Up and George Toenes of Westfield, will play Sean traveled with the Weldons to how it would affect the relationships to recreate the styles of Tommy and Fly Right,” and “All of Me.” in C. M. Weber’s composition, The Pingry School to film a commu- they have with their kids. Not to be Jimmy Dorsey, Count Basie, Benny The Westfield Community Swing “Concertino for Clarinet.” Addition- nity service project, “Dress Down cliché, but that they appreciate what Goodman and Artie Shaw. Band, Nostalgia, is one of the several ally, you’ll hear Gershwin’s “Sum- Day for FOP.” Students discussed the they have day-to-day,” said Sean. A highlight for the evening will be smaller ensembles comprised of mertime,” “Cakewalk” from the importance of spreading awareness ™ members of the Westfield Commu- “Suite of Old American Dances,” about FOP and understanding its POPCORN nity Concert Band. highlights from Camelot and “Light symptoms, while they made posters The ensemble is dedicated to Big Cavalry Overture.” Admission is free. for the fundraiser. Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines – Bands and Swing music made popu- Bring a blanket or a chair. Both the Short Hills and lar during the 1930s and 1940s. * * * * * Martinsville campuses raised $5,531. Just Another Machine Politician? All events are free to the public Remember Fanwood resident “Whitney was just a little sensitive and participants should bring lawn Barry Klassel, featured in The Westfield when Sean was at school. She so One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent chairs or blankets. Leader and The Times a few months much wants to be ‘normal’ and extra The Westfield Community Swing ago? He will be performing in The By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER Terminatrix at the helm the gigantic mass Band’s performance is sponsored by attention is hard for her. But, Sean 2 popcorns Office Plays, two one-act comedies of equipment redefines the chase scene. always had that in the back of his the Westfield Recreation Depart- about office life at the Morris He said he’d be back. Arnold Whipping through city streets with ment, Bruce Kaufmann, Director. For Museum’s Bickford Theatre from July mind. He was wonderful with her,” Schwarzenegger does indeed return as the reckless abandon of a German the title character in Terminator 3: Rise Shepherd’s tail across a crystal-adorned more information, please contact 17 through the 20th. Maternity Leave Hillary told The Leader/The Times. (908) 789-4080. Footage from the annual Golf In- of the Machines. But there is signifi- coffee table, its destruction is devastat- and The Casting Session will delight cance here. For while America’s favor- ing and seemingly unremitting. you with a light summer fare of office vitational for the Stephen L. Roach ite muscleman will probably never win a Of course there’s no discounting the shenanigans. Performances will be at Memorial for FOP Research was also competitive Oscar, at least he kept his welcome familiarity of Schwarzenegger THERE’S A PLACE FOR US...Tony, 8 p.m. from Thursday to Saturday, featured in the documentary. word. If he can do the same as Governor as the noble, if not actually living, cliché. Tony B and His portrayed by Nate Mello, and Maria, and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, and tickets The Weldon’s own FOP Research of California, he’ll be a political miracle. His “I’ll be back” and variations thereof, played by Alexis Slade, hope to escape are $15. Reserve a seat by calling Fund, which is currently studying For now, he’ll have to settle for filmic self-consciously yet judiciously peppered Gringos Play At to “Somewhere,” a place free from (973) 540-9435. the activity of 10s of thousands of phenomenon. In his 56th year, he re- throughout the slim plot, have attained a gang rivalry in WYACT’s production * * * * * genes, teamed up with Isabel Roach, mains the best movie monster since place in the American idiom once enjoyed County College of West Side Story at the New Jersey Karloff. Unfortunately, T3 itself is by such popular expressions as “You asked Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), The Museum of Early Trades & the widow of a 9/11 victim, to join CRANFORD – This past Crafts feature exhibit, New Jersey unremarkably and unsurprisingly the for it...you got it, Toyota,” “Where’s the July 11 to 20, and the Algonquin Arts friends, benefactors and celebrities same ol’, same ol’. beef?” and “Go ahead...make my day.” In week, the recently formed Theater (AAT), July 25 to August 3. Folk: Celebrating Our Diversity, can Proudly carrying the standard for the a nation where the resonance of buzz be seen now through Saturday, Janu- to aid the cause. group, “Tony B and His Grin- For NJPAC tickets, please call (888) Sean interviewed Yogi Berra, boxer AARP crowd, Schwarzenegger looks words and their Pavlovian responses are gos” played on the same bill as GO-NJPAC and for AAT tickets, ary 11. Among the artifacts focusing none the worse for wear as the killing king, that’s big time. please call (732) 528-9211. on the diverse culture of New Jersey’s Gerry Cooney and Westfield Police The Theater Project (TTP) at machine transported from the future to Though he is practically overshad- Union County College (UCC), early settlers, are textiles, metalwork, Chief Bernard Tracy about the pur- prevent the death of John Connor (Nick owed in T3 by Loken’s wickedness and furniture, glass, and other items that pose behind the invitational and how Stahl), Earth’s only hope for a human- the smug satisfaction she undoubtedly A Wilde Night In the Rockies. all singing in counterpoint. Because these settlers brought with them, or they were enjoying the afternoon’s dominated planet. derives despite her non-human status, The ensemble, which includes of its volume and grandiosity, though, made upon arrival in the tradition of activities. Footage of Hillary meet- So the makeup is a little thick. It could when Arnold says, “I’ll be back,” some- Tony Balestro of Union on ac- this song signals a false end to the act their homelands. A sampling of the be the filmmakers don’t think the public is thing in that assurance causes us to smirk. cordion, Bill Thornton of that runs a bit long. material culture of later 19th and 20th yet ready for a venerable Terminator in the That said, make no mistake about it. Cranford on bass fiddle, and In Act II’s “I Feel Pretty”, the century ethnic groups is also included. way that it accepts Sean Connery as the Boiled down to its basics, this is typical drummer Michael Shepnew of female trio that sings with Maria is in The Museum is located on Main Street, Pen & Ink patriarchal adventurer. Nary a crow’s foot summer movie fare, albeit with a little Scotch Plains, are also mem- wonderful voice and pitch perfect CONTINUED FROM PAGE 18 traverses across Arnold’s face. Otherwise, more personality than most. So, with Route No. 124, at Green Village Road bers of The Merrymen, a part of harmony. in the heart of Madison. Admission is in” on the princess’ fame and it appears that Arnold has been keeping up practically no artistic value to consider, the Old Guard of Westfield. with the exercises that helped bring him to the main decision it leaves you to make From there, the “Somewhere” bal- $2 to $3.50. Call for hours or direc- “tragic circumstances surround- The evening’s program con- tions at (973) 377-2982. this time and place in his career. is of an economic nature. Are 45 minutes let goes to a marvelous blue back- ing her death” is rubbish. Although the actor himself may be of violence and a giggle or two worth the sisted of a variety of instrumental drop dotted with pink lined clouds, music played in different rhythms, * * * * * Can the same be said of Robert doing pretty well at keeping up appear- nine or so dollars admission price? Not reminiscent of “Carousel.” The ide- Do you know a child who would ances, the ironic little metaphor in T3 hardly. No matter. This is a moneymaker. including Western tunes, Latin be perfectly cast in Rodgers & Smigel’s “TV Funhouse” parodies reports that his cybernetic character is If his political ambitions don’t pan out beats, Polkas, and romantic songs. alized world of the tender ballet Hammerstein’s beloved musical, The on Saturday Night Live in which he strictly last year’s model. There’s the rub, in 2006, you can bet that Schwarzenegger Tony B and His Gringos, as cradles the dream of the show: the Sound of Music? Boys and girls uses the cartoon images of former and pretty much the plot. While those will be back in T4. well as other Merrymen mem- couple is accepted and embraced by human powers that be send back Arnold’s their friends and family members. between 6 and 16 who are excellent presidents as rock band members in * * * * * bers, volunteer to play for vari- at singing (boys must be able to hit antiquated T-101 to hopefully save hu- Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, ous organizations and gather- One of the most fun numbers is those high notes) and dancing, and the “X-Presidents” skit? Gerald Ford manity from a future run by machines, rated R, is a Warner Bros. release directed “Gee, Officer Krupke” presented by those same evil machines have dispatched ings in the area. who meet certain height require- and Ronald Regan in superhero cape by Jonathan Mostow and stars Arnold UCC has invited the ensemble Action and the Jets. Action, played ments, are invited to audition for the their own, more sophisticated gizmo. Schwarzenegger, Kristanna Loken and and spandex, trying to uphold the What did you expect? They’re in the to return for future programs. by Kevin Sebastian, gets to ham it up State Theatre of New Jersey’s up- Nick Stahl. Running time: 109 minutes. with his on stage buddies. His wacky coming production at the Paper Mill principals of democracy, can be quite business. And just to add a little spice to funny, but it doesn’t mean Smigel is the dastardly doings, this time the beast abandon are delightful —both vo- Playhouse on Wednesday, August 6, is a beauty. Hence, added to the man at 10 a.m. They need understudies, cashing in on the former leaders’ cally, and dramatically. versus machine parable, the perennial The most memorable musical too. All kids will be asked to sing the celebrity. In fact, in most cases, he is war between the sexes is given a futuris- title song, and shouldn’t wear san- moment comes with Anita and Maria keeping them fresh in our minds. tic coat of paint. dals in case they will be dancing. Played by Kristanna Loken, T-X, or singing, “A Boy Like That” where Only those who can rehearse in New And, it’s good for a late night laugh. Terminatrix if you prefer, is a much their vocal abilities blossom. Al- York City, and who can commit to Surely, the new persona that by newer model than the mass of metal and though Anita’s chest voice and upper the entire run later this year, should which Milligan seeks to defame faux epidermis that comprises Arnold’s head register are not always audition. They will supply a tutor. character. She sure looks it. Once she the princess is nothing to marvel seamlessly blended, her acting sells * * * * * swings into action, there’s no doubt about at. She lived a great deal of her life the pulchritudinous contraption’s de- the song. She brings chills to the Juan and Valerie Pineda of the Little viewer especially when matched by helping others. Making her a structive capabilities. Loken’s single- Opera Company are at it again, this minded fury gives killer beauty a whole Maria’s fortissimo. time directing a cast of 35 students in comic book hero seems humor- new meaning. Written for dramatic effect for the grades 6 through 9, in preparation for ous and kitschy – but stripping her Fans of this series will remember that the Westfield Summer Workshop’s show’s end, there is no curtain call of the good will she possessed is Nick Stahl’s John Connor is a perfect music. That heightens the stark real- presentation of The Music Man. See example of the common man who, when it on Tuesday July 29, or Wednesday, downright denigrating. tossed into uncommon circumstances, ism of the animosity between people July 30, at 1 or 7:30 p.m. at the Edison Even further tasteless, the first heroically rises to the occasion. who up until this point don’t even try Intermediate School Auditorium, 800 book in the series is slated to come Lots of things fall down and go boom to understand each other. Rahway Avenue, Westfield. It fea- in T3. As it turns out, director Jonathan The message of a need for toler- tures lots of local kids. Tickets are $8 out a day before the 9/11 anniver- Mostow has a deus ex machina of his ance and acceptance is one America, for adults and $5 for students and sary. Perhaps they couldn’t get it own. Quite effective, it’s surprising that and indeed the world, can certainly seniors. For further information, please to press in time for the anniver- construction cranes aren’t unleashed in NEEDING A TUNE-UP…Janet Lyman directs the Westfield Summer Work- use now, almost 50 years after this call (908) 518-1551. action films more often. Big, wide and shop Pre-K String Orchestra as they tune up for their performance in the lobby sary of her death on August 31. dramatically unwieldy, with the of Edison Intermediate School in Westfield. classic was written. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 18 Thursday, July 17, 2003 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION ArtsArts && EntertainmentEntertainment Westfield Documentarian and Musicians Unite to Fight F.O.P . (Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva) FOPFOP DDocumentarocumentaryy BByy DDevevaneyaney GGavavee FFaceace toto DDisablingisabling DDisease,isease, SSaysays WWeldoneldon By MICHELLE H. Sean picked up his camera to neck. As the flare-ups of tumors Le POIDEVIN Specially Written for The Westfield Leader shoot a 45-minute documentary, “I got a little bit of a sick feeling,” waged war on Whitney, Hillary and The Times “Battling FOP: The Whitney Hillary admitted. told Sean that she began to WESTFIELD – Thai food Weldon Story,” on April 4, Next, Sean filmed file photos il- rationalize the time that she and tornados came to mind Whitney’s birthday, and was a lustrating how the “bumps seize would have with her daugh- when Westfield High School changed 17-year-old when he be- bones and muscle, the pieces of ter. She gained support from students chose topics for their gan editing the footage in late May bone span joints and then ribbons a Mountain Lakes mother senior projects. Sean and early June. and sheets of bone replace a patient’s caring for a child with FOP. Devaney was thinking But, before Sean, muscles.” He told Sean that one in As she related her story, more along the lines of the who has known two million people worldwide get Sean showed footage sup- crippling bone disease, Whitney and her FOP, and while it is not fatal; the plied by Dr. Kaplan of Fibrodysplasia Ossificans family for years, complications can be “catastrophic FOP’s long-term effects Progressiva (FOP), with started filming, the and fatal.” Patients can live well and collages of family which 11-year-old Weldons voted at into adulthood and over 85 percent photographs. Westfielder Whitney dinner one night to of patients have been misdiagnosed Next, Sean interviewed Weldon has been fight- ensure that Whitney with something else. Hillary about changes ing since the age of 9. and her older Mr. Weldon told Sean that after made to their home to A rare genetic illness in which brother, William, spring break, a friend and ortho- facilitate better living for bone forms in Sean Devaney were up for the paedic doctor saw Whitney at Over- Hillary, who, at the time of muscles, ten- project. look Hospital and referred the the documentary, had fully lost the dons, ligaments and “I was flattered the whole way Weldons to Dr. Kaplan, who talked ability to use her right arm. other connective tis- through that they let me come into to the family for about two hours. Hot and cold water faucets were sues, FOP patients de- their world the way they did. I couldn’t Sean wove photos of Whitney play- brought forward on sinks, velop sheets and rib- have asked for better subjects,” Sean ing soccer and holding a doll through shower handles lowered, bons of bone, which told The Westfield Leader and The the film, while Hillary explained that slide-out keyboard tables eventually confine their Times. “They always cooperated and a neighbor and scientist warned installed, door levers re- movement, and an extra kept me involved in what was going against researching FOP on the placed round knobs, skeleton is produced, im- on in their lives with Whitney.” Internet, but Hillary succumbed to Astroturf was placed under mobilizing the body. To prepare his documentary, Sean curiosity the next morning before Whitney’s bedroom carpet, There is no cure. spinners were put on the bottom of chairs, a special Continued on Page 17 Sanocki’s Music, Maturity Accompany Documentary Take the Stage By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN WHS, where Emily is also a stu- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times With Susan M. Dougherty dent. WESTFIELD – Before delving “Our Town,” the song which ran into psychology and literature stud- during the closing credits, featured CHOREOGRAPHER KEEPS ACTORS ON THEIR TOES ies at Boston College, Kenny Kenny on electric guitar and keyboard Sanocki applied his skills as a mu- and acoustic guitar by Josh Lerner, sic arranger by contributing two another 2003 WHS graduate. WYACT’s West Side Story songs to Sean Devaney’s “I never saw any of it documentary, “Battling (the documentary) un- F.O.P. (Fibrodysplasia til it was done,” said Imparts Tale for All Ages Ossificans Progressiva).” Kenny. “Like in the The Westfield High golfing scene, I used By SUSAN M. DOUGHERTY In “Tonight,” she handles the musi- School (WHS) 2003 Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times cal jumps with flexibility and ease. acoustic guitar and key- WESTFIELD — A work is graduate never met 11- board, not so it would A good harmony blend between deemed a classic when it can with- Tony and Maria, however, is up- year-old Whitney Weldon, be over-bearing and Michelle Le Poidevin and Michael Pollack for The Westfield Leader and The Times, digital photos from video who has been surviving SURVIVING F.O.P….Hillary Weldon speaks on the phone about F.O.P., while stand the test of time by speaking staged by overactive shooting stars then it would get louder with power and passion to different the disease since her ninth when they a portion of her son, William’s poem runs to the right. Pictured in the filmstrip on the night sky backdrop. year. He only knew the are various images from Sean Devaney’s documentary, “Battling FOP.” generations of audiences. Such is the Bernardo, played by the hand- (interviewees) would case with Bernstein and Sondheim’s magnitude of the subject come back talking.” some Jon Christian Hoche, is cred- matter and built the music Kenny Sanocki 46-year-old West Side Story (WSS) ible as the fresh-mouthed minority Kenny and Josh interviewed Hillary Weldon, Whitney visiting Dr. Kaplan. now playing through Sunday, July around Sean’s depiction. have been members who is tired of being considered a “I was playing something on the and William’s mother, for about 1 “I read about the toes and I just 20, at Newark’s New Jersey Per- second-class citizen just because of the band, “Passed History” which forming Arts Center (NJPAC). keyboard at home and Sean was there,” recently recorded a CD. The disc, and ½ hours, and Mr. Weldon for knew,” Hillary told Sean. “There was he has an accent. His rage and anger Kenny told The Westfield Leader and about 10 minutes. For scheduling just no doubt in my mind that she had WSS is a dance show, and under seem justified and real. which costs $3, includes “Days of the direction of Westfield Young The Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood. the Week” and “Our Town,” as well purposes, Mr. and Mrs. Weldon were it.” “America” has always been one “He needed music for the opening interviewed separately. Dr. Kaplan acknowledged that Artists’ Cooperative Theatre’s of those terribly sarcastic songs that as other collaborations. (WYACT) choreographer Sherry scene and the credits for the docu- As for his friend’s documentary, He also drove to Philadelphia to relaying the diagnosis is “often the rings true concerning the inconsis- mentary and I wanted to help.” visit Dr. Frederick Kaplan, the fore- worst day of a family’s life.” He Alban, that’s what they do best. From tencies in this fair land. All of the the aspiring songwriter and music the opening “Prologue” and “Jet The main themes were written be- arranger said, “It’s like something most authority on FOP, the Isaac & cleared his schedule, picked his words Latino women in the number are fore Kenny learned of his buddy’s Rose Nassau Professor of Ortho- carefully, examined the x-rays, and Song,” the Victoria Theater of NJPAC quite good, but the star is Anita. that comes straight out of The Dis- rocks with choreography close to the film project, but the arrangement of covery Channel.” paedic Molecular Medicine at the Hillary asked, “What are you trying Played by Carol Angeli Feiger, she the two instrumental songs came af- original of Jerome Robbins. steals the scene with her charisma, Kenny believes that “Battling University of Pennsylvania School to say? Does she have this?” “Oh, Alban has been able to combine ter Sean explained the daily struggle F.O.P.” will raise awareness and, from of Medicine. yes, she has it,” the doctor answered. energy and talent. facing Whitney and her family. style and grace with raw emotion to Set designer Steve Michell’s set the Weldon family’s point of view, In her interviews, Hillary recalled As Hillary cried recalling the diag- produce believable moves for the The movements were created from help increase fundraising efforts for piece of Doc’s drugstore gives the that Whitney “strange looking toes” nosis, Sean showed a school photo of teens of New York during the steamy audience a slice of nostalgia with major to minor, flowing according to research. as a baby, and Dr. Kaplan explained Whitney. the mood of the documentary, Kenny days of the summer of 1957. the chrome and green plastic pad- “You can’t help but want to help that this first sign of FOP is followed “It took me about three months This is a show that requires out- related, adding that he didn’t want these people,” Kenny said of ded stools and fun memorabilia. the songs to be too somber. by “painful lumps and bumps” that before I could say that stupid word,” Whitney and her family. “It puts resemble tumors the size of oranges Hillary told Sean. “How could three “I also wanted it to be sweet and people in more perspective of their to inspire hope,” he said. or grapefruits. letters be such a long word?” She own lives.”Looking forward, Hillary told Sean that the day be- said that she asked her husband, For the opening theme entitled, Kenny would like to arrange musi- “Days of the Week,” Kenny, who cal scores for various professional fore leaving for a vacation, Whitney “When am I going to wake up?” played the grand piano, enlisted movies and other documentaries. said her neck was hurting her and Mr. Weldon interjected, “It was a the help of cellist Christina McCabe To obtain a CD by “Passed His- soon a lump began to form in her long train ride home.” and violinist Emily Greenberg. tory,” please call Kenny at (908) Christina graduated this year from 233-3037. Pen & Ink: With Michelle Le Poidevin Christina Odermatt to Study Princess Diana: Super Woman, And Marvel’s Next Super Hero Theater at Centenary College By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times WESTFIELD – Westfield resident tition for Westfield High School Christina Odermatt will enter Cente- Performing Department, Sophomore Slip into your mind’s eye for a millisecond and page through the final nary College in Hackettstown, her and Senior for Improvisation. images of Princess Diana. There’s the grainy footage of Diana and Dodi first-choice college, as a theater ma- Christina, who will live on cam- as they exited the revolving door of a hotel, the demolished Mercedes, jor in Septem- pus, stated, “This is an opportunity the visits to AIDS patients, the tip-toeing through mine fields and her ber. to be away from home, but not too far coffin wheeling past throngs of mourners in England. “I want to away. She noted that, as a small be an actor school, Centenary was not “trying to Marvel Comic’s Peter Milligan wants you to swap those memories and I like their sell themselves,” but seemed to make for a cartoon version of the princess. And he finds it hypocritical that theater pro- opportunities available to her which the Royal Family has called the comic series, “Di RUMBLE READY...The “Jets” cool down before the “Rumble” in WYACT’s gram,” said would enhance her career goals. Another Day,” “appalling.” Besides, he says, they production of West Side Story at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center and Christina. “It “I need a back-up plan in case appeared to despise her during most of her 30- the Algonquin Arts Theatre. Pictured, above, are: Brett Newton, Kevin is well-orga- theater doesn’t work out,” said Sebastian, Todd Kubrak, Jaclyn Ingoglia, James Holden, Kevin Stewart, nized and the Christina, adding that she is con- something life. So, why would turning Di into a Matthew Wojtal, Geoffrey Bergold, Bernadette Taylor and Angelina Paez. college par- sidering other positions in the in- drawing be so offensive? Christina Odermatt ticipates in dustry, including teaching theater That’s because you’re not getting the whole standing triple threats of singers/ The song “Cool” in that 50s ambi- Equity shows, or becoming an agent. She is also story…yet. dancers/actors. ance is a standout led by Riff, played As Tony, Nate Mello’s rendition by Todd Kubrak. The female trio of which means that I can earn points interested in healthcare technol- In his “X-Statix” comic series, Milligan reported toward my Equity acting card.” ogy. of “Something’s Coming” misses Sharks’ girlfriends in the number Having decided to become an ac- She said her future studies will that Diana will join a team of mutants with special the mark. The orchestra, under the adds dimension, sexual tension, and tress at 7, Christina dances and sings, help her “be prepared for auditions, powers who care more about their finances than baton of Ilene Greenbaum, has more nice visual contrast to the guys. but noted that acting is her “strong be trained to handle rejections and benefiting humankind or trying to ease suffering in energy and excitement than Mello’s Leonard Bernstein’s music “One suit.” She worked for the Perform- build a business background that will the world. He cites her clout as a pop culture icon, voice in this number. Instead of his Hand, One Heart” is timeless. It is high notes soaring with intensity, preceded by the adorable, lighting Arts Studio and received fifth help me face the real world and get a Princess Diana which he believes still reaches us “from beyond the place in the Rutgers Acting Compe- job in theater.” they shy away from the crescendo hearted banter of Maria and Tony grave,” as reason for penning her into the powerful and lose power, enthusiasm and, who use mannequins in the bridal posse. unfortunately, the vibrancy to con- shop to add the right amount of Now, putting aside the fact that Diana was not a saint, although the media vince the audience that this is what playfulness to the scene. coverage following her tragic death strove to paint that picture, the reality he really believes. The tentative- Director Cynthia Meryl has the Calderone School of Music ness might have been a directorial lovers on their knees at the scene’s of her selfless efforts with the sick and dying are indisputable. Does choice, but it is disappointing. end and it works. What doesn’t work THE PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL Milligan seek to stain the image of a woman who devoted herself to over Uneven microphone levels, esis that same pose repeated, at the Established 1975 Certified Teachers 100 charities including breast cancer, the banning of landmines? After all, pecially with Maria, crept into the end of the ballet number in Act II, Milligan admitted to Guardian Unlimited that he endured a few tongue- Friday, July 12, evening perfor- where the couple is once again sing- Private Instruction on lashings after cracking jokes about her 1997 death with a pal in a pub. mance. By the time Maria, master- ing while on their knees. It looks All Instruments, Voice and Ensembles fully played by Alexis Slade, got to contrived and forced. It hardly seems fair to discredit her charitable accomplishments, sing, thankfully most of the bugs in The “Tonight” reprise near the Kindermusik classes for ages 2 to 7 since that is the direction in which Milligan seems to proceed. But, the sound had been resolved. She end of Act I really soars. Here, the Riverwalk Plaza Buckingham Palace’s claim that the series is “a cheap attempt to cash matches Tony in every scene vo- orchestra, like a well-oiled engine, 34 Ridgedale Avenue • East Hanover 256 Morris281 Main Avenue Street • Springfield • Millburn (973) 428-0405 (973) 467-4688 cally and at times overshadows him. Continued on Page 17 (973) 467 4688 Continued on Page 17 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK