Ad Populos, Non Aditus, Pervenimus Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, February 26, 2015 OUR 125th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 09-2015 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS Neighbors Sign Petition Opposing Kehler Lights By SARAH McGRAIL with the lights switched off at 9.40 quality of life. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader p.m. Mr. Lehmberg said, “There has been WESTFIELD — Westfield resi- But residents of houses in the same an explosive increase in use over the dents living near Kehler Stadium are area as the stadium will petition the time we’ve lived here and especially coming out in opposition to plans to board of education to turn down the since the field was turfed in 2005. place temporary lights on the turf application. The field was once limited to high field. Gregg and Jean Lehmberg, whose school and other school-related Westfield Soccer Association home overlooks the stadium, will be sports, but has now been expanded to (WSA) has asked the board of educa- sending the petition to the board this other sports programs outside the tion, which owns the stadium, for week to demonstrate that there is “a school system, so it is used seven permission to use lights from the be- groundswell of negativity towards the days a week for many hours each ginning of March to the middle of idea.” day.” May to enable soccer and lacrosse Mr. and Mrs. Lehmberg say they The petition will highlight what teams to practice during the evenings. have children who are and have been signatories say is the negative impact The field would be used by involved in sports so they do under- of the increased use, including “con- Westfield High School until 7 p.m. stand the WSA’s position, but that the stant noise from players, coaches, and then the soccer and lacrosse asso- use of Kehler Stadium has increased fans, whistles, etc.” and “pump-it-up ciations from 7 p.m. until 9.30 p.m., to a point where it impacts on their music and amateur announcers on the booming PA system.” Residents also are concerned about Christina M. Hinke for The Westfield Leader WAS ELSA VISITING CRANFORD?... This ice sculpture of Olaf was a creation of Robert Scott of Springfield Avenue in increased traffic and inconsiderate Cranford. parking. But WSA Trustee Peter Franks sought to allay the fears of residents, saying the noise from the closest gen- Westfield Police Make Promotions erator to their homes would be equiva- lent to hearing a human conversation, according to government guidelines. He said he would not expect light to At Town Council Ceremony reach as far as homes surrounding the stadium. By DOMINIC A. LAGANO Neylan. “I have served as the chair of Jason Mc Erlean were both promoted Mr. Franks said it was impossible Specially Written for The Westfield Leader the Public Safety Committee for many to lieutenant and John Ricerca was to get all of the 70 WSA teams on WESTFIELD — At its regular pub- years now and I’ve had the opportu- promoted to captain. grass fields in daylight in the spring lic meeting Tuesday evening, the town nity to work with our public safety Chief Wayman also shared some and this meant that some children council held a special swearing-in professionals on a regular basis. remarks about the nature of police were having to travel to train on “out- ceremony for new and veteran mem- “In doing so, I have been able to work and the quality of the officers of-town, substandard fields,” some bers of the Westfield Police Depart- gain insight into the job we ask them who were honored. “We are taking a of them starting sessions at 9 p.m. ment. to perform, day in and day out, on step forward tonight. We are devel- “There is simply not enough field In the course of the past year, the weekends and every holiday, and in oping and preparing one aspect of the space in Westfield to meet the de- Westfield Police Department hired every type of weather condition,” Ms. Westfield Police Department for the mands of spring users across all sec- five new members for its force. As all Neylan stated. “The one thing the future. five recently completed the require- mayor and I have learned is that due “We are preparing and planning Dominic A. Lagano for The Westfield Leader tors of athletics (high school, youth NEW MEN IN BLUE...Five new officers joined the ranks of the Westfield Police groups and the general public),” he ments for graduation from their re- to the boundless nature of the police for the unknown. As we all know, Department and were sworn in at Tuesday night’s Westfield Town Council said. spective police academies, they were officers here, no day in police work is crime, man-made disasters, natural meeting. The five new officers pictured with Chief Dave Wayman, right, are Eric “Having the field at Kehler from 7 subsequently sworn in as law en- ever alike. disasters, do not recognize jurisdic- Carrero, Robert Desiato, Jr., Aaron Doherty, Kristopher Jackus and Ryan to 9:30 at night during the week would forcement officers assigned to the “The officers that are being pro- tional boundaries. And here in Weiss. allow many of those teams to be closer town. moted this evening are highly trained Westfield, we are as susceptible as to home, at a decent hour and on a The council and Westfield Police and experienced individuals who have anyone, anywhere else. The Westfield CF Budget Review Continues; quality surface. I think that is enough Chief David Wayman also honored dedicated their lives to serve and to Police Department must be prepared reason to run a test,” he added. four veteran members of the police protect. And the recruits that are be- to meet and address any and all chal- Mr. Franks stressed that this was a force with promotions. ing sworn in this evening are begin- lenges brought our way,” Chief Building Coverage Discussed pilot program, completely funded by As Mayor Andy Skibitsky was ning an essential and esteemed pro- Wayman stated. “These officers here the sports associations, and that he unavailable due to business commit- fessional career in law enforcement tonight will play a vital role in the By CHRISTINA M. HINKE did away with its in-house engineer- hoped the community would see it as ments, the officers were sworn in by and public safety,” Ms. Neylan stated. planning and the preparing for the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader ing department in favor of a consult- an opportunity to test out the impact Acting Mayor JoAnn Neylan. Chief Wayman introduced each challenging future ahead.” CRANFORD — The township ant. The in-house departmental sala- on the sports programs and the com- “I am honored to preside over officer with a brief history of their In other news, the council awarded committee continued its 2015 depart- ries were about $230,000, plus ben- munity. tonight’s police promotions and prior work before Ms. Neylan led the a contract to Integrated Technical mental budget review Monday at its efits, Mayor Andis Kalnins told The CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 swearing-in ceremonies,” began Ms. swearing-in. A friend or family mem- Systems, Incorporated, a purveyor of workshop meeting, hearing budgets Westfield Leader. There also were ber then pinned the officer’s badge to electronic and computerized systems from police, recreation, engineering costs to run the department. his uniform. based out of Wallingford, Conn. The and the Special Improvement Dis- After being asked at the last meet- Berkeley BOE Seeks $900K The five new officers hired by the contract was awarded for the pur- trict. ing about the number of parking Westfield Police Department are Eric chase of extended hardware and soft- Township Engineer Carl O’Brien spaces lost due to the North Avenue Carrero, Robert Desiato, Jr., Aaron ware warranties for the 25 “smart” presented an option to include an Train Station Plaza Pedestrian Im- For MS Students’ Tuition Doherty, Kristopher Jackus and Ryan parking pay stations installed last year. additional 20 hours a week by having provements Project, Mr. O’Brien said Weiss. The next town council conference senior-level inspectors available. Mr. a total of 22 spaces on North Avenue By KATE BROWNE two years. The veteran officers were promoted session open to the public is sched- O’Brien is in-house 12 hours a week in front of the Cranford Train Station Specially Written for The Westfield Leader The historical data she presented as follows: Marcin Kapka was pro- uled for Tuesday, March 10, at 7p.m., at a salary of $87,500 per year, he would be lost. The parking plan for MOUNTAINSIDE — A standing- revealed the tuition rates charged by moted to sergeant, Leonard Lugo and CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 said. the project has not changed in the past room only crowd packed the Berkeley Heights have gone up 12 An additional 20 hours weekly for two years, since it was initially drafted. Beechwood School’s library on Tues- percent and there have been signifi- an inspector to be available would The project paid partly by grant day night to review a architectural cant fluctuations in the number of cost an additional $65,000 per year. funds is for beautification of the North presentation on the proposed renova- students enrolled and the assessed “They might not be sitting in the Avenue train station, as well as creat- tions to Deerfield School and to dis- tuition rates. Several board members office 10 or 20 hours a week, but they ing safe traffic patterns for pedes- cuss the Berkeley Heights’ school including President James Ruban, Jr. will be in town,” Mr. O’Brien said. trian, vehicular and bus traffic, Mr. district’s request for an tuition pay- and Vice-President Christopher Last year, the township committee CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 ment of more than $900,000 pursu- Minks explained the challenges which ant to a send – receive agreement communities such as Mountainside under which Mountainside high face as a result of the state law man- school students attend Governor dated budget caps and detailed the Livingston High School in Berkeley issues which the school board faces Heights. and the possible options which may According to Mountainside Chief be raised during the contract renewal School Administrator Nancy negotiations. Lubarsky, state law requires commu- During the discussions on the issue nities involved in send-receive rela- several Board members noted Moun- tionships to estimate tuition rates each tainside was not the only community school year and then calculate the dealing with this problem and men- actual tuition rates two years later tioned several bills pending in the when the state Department of state Senate and Assembly which Education’s software system calcu- would limit the increase in the tuition lates what are known as “certified” rate charged by receiving districts tuition rates. Earlier this month Ber- such as Berkeley Heights to 2 percent Dominic A. Lagano for The Westfield Leader keley Heights advised the Mountain- annually which would be consistent ANOTHER FLAT BUDGET… The Downtown Westfield Corp. Board of Direc- side Board of Education that there with the 2 percent tax levy growth tors review another flat budget at their meeting Monday night. Pictured are was a $914,572.30 shortfall in the limitation that is currently applicable DWC Chairman Dominick Verdic, left, and Town Administrator Jim Glidea, estimated rates for the 2013-2014 to school districts and would end the right, as other board members look on. Please see story on Page 3. school year, an amount which sig- current practice of unlimited retroac- nificantly exceeds the 2 percent state tive recharges. PAGE INDEX budget cap. In other business, the architectural Ms. Lubarsky gave a detailed firm retained by the community to Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 15 Christina Hinke for The Westfield Leader power-point presentation on the con- support the extensive renovations and Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 9-13 THE NEXT GENERATION...Cranford Fire Chief Leonard Dolan’s son, Patrick tractual relationship between the two upgrades to Beechwood and Deerfield Police ...... 16 Real Estate .... 9-18 Dolan, was appointed as a firefighter for the Cranford Fire Department. Mr. communities and the legal and regu- School made possible by the passage Community.....6-7, 14, 16 Classifieds ..... 14 Dolan is a third generation firefighter. Mr. Dolan's girlfriend, Nora Walsh, latory framework which governs the of a $19.4-million referendum pre- Obituary ...... 6 A&E ...... 17-18 stands by his side. Chief Dolan will be retiring from the department on March 1. current agreement which expires in CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 Westfield Leader only Page 8 Thursday, February 26, 2015 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A Watchung Communications, Inc. Publication “Local Service at Highway Prices”

APPLIANCE 70 Years in Westfield Elm Kitchen and Laundry Appliances, TV’s, Grills and A/C’s 908-233-0400 220 ELMER STREET Westfield, NJ 07090 Cranford Amends Land Development Ordinance By CHRISTINA M. HINKE Development ordinance after Zon- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader ing Officer Bob Hudak realized the CRANFORD — The township allowable maximum building cov- committee Tuesday at its official erages made it nearly impossible for meeting recognized the 37 years of homeowners to make an addition to service Fire Chief Leonard Dolan, a home without having to apply for III has contributed to the Cranford a variance. Mr. Hudak’s building Fire Department. Fire Chief Dolan coverage recommendations were is to retire this Sunday, March 1, and changed per the following: from 18 Fire Captain Dean Russamano was percent to 25 percent in the R-1 and appointed as acting fire chief for a R-2 zones; 19 percent to 28 percent term not to exceed 60 days. in the R-3 zones, and 20 percent to Chief Dolan’s son, Patrick Dolan, 30 percent in the R-4 and R-5 (single- was appointed as a firefighter within and two-family homes) zones. the Cranford Fire Department. Mr. Florio, Perrucci, Steinhardt & Photo courtesy of Gene Jannotti Dolan is a third-generation Fader was approved, 4-to-1, by the PACKED HOUSE…Scores of business members and area leaders filled the firefighter. “It is an awesome expe- township committee to provide af- Rooster Spin Restaurant in Westfield on Monday night for the monthly “Networking” of the Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce. CADET NURSES DESERVE RECOGNITION... Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7th) rience for me as well as for him,” fordable-housing legal services to welcomes Westfield resident Diana Taylor to his district office to discuss the Chief Dolan said of his son follow- not exceed $10,000 in the year 2015. United States Cadet Nurse Corps Equity Act, which Mr. Lance will soon ing in his footsteps. Commissioner Tom Hannen, Jr. Garwood Sees 16-Percent introduce in Congress. The measure would formally recognize the U.S. cadet Chief Dolan recounted his son’s voted against the resolution. nurses for their service to the nation during World War II. For years, Ms. Taylor experiences as a youth in the Phil Morin is an attorney of the has advocated for her fellow cadet nurses to have the honor of formal recognition by the military. Mr. Lance will soon sponsor the legislation in the U.S. House to firehouse, then as an adult interning firm, and has previously represented Hike In RVSA Assessment ensure their rightful salute in history. at a volunteer fire department where the township in the Birchwood liti- he experienced his first real fire to gation. Mr. Morin previously served By BRIAN TRUSDELL mgd to 26 mgd, Garwood’s share has fight. “He got his first taste of as Union County Republican chair- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader jumped. Scotch Plains Begins Dept. firefighting…from that point on it man and is a former mayor of GARWOOD – Rahway Valley The reduction, he said, was due to was a no-brainer to me that was Cranford. Sewerage Authority (RVSA) officials other towns, like Rahway, making im- going to be his career,” Chief Dolan Residents of Cranford, in the past, told the borough council Tuesday provements in their system to reduce Hearings on ‘15 Budget said. had said they thought hiring this that Garwood’s waste flow has re- things such as inflow and infiltration. I- The township amended its Land firm represented a conflict of inter- mained flat, but its proportion among and-I, as it is called, includes water By DELL SIMEONE the usual police car is a four-wheel est. A partner of the firm, Florio the 14 municipalities within the coa- leaching into the sewer pipes through Specially Written for The Westfield Leader drive and there are six to eight cars on Perrucci Steinhardt & Fader, was lition has jumped, resulting in a 16- cracks and holes. SCOTCH PLAINS – The township the road every shift. alleged to be connected to Lehigh percent increase in the borough’s as- He said because Garwood is so small, council held the first of two budget Answering a question from Coun- MS BOE Acquisition Corp. and Woodmont sessment this year. and its waste water flow likewise, simi- workshop meetings on Tuesday cilman John Del Sordi, Jr. about a CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Properties, which is the new devel- The spike of $86,428 equates to an lar expenditures probably would not be evening. Officials heard the requests of motorcycle, the chief said there are sented conceptual plans including 3D opment at 555 South Avenue that approximately $45 increase per home economically beneficial to the borough. the police and fire departments, the four officers who use it. images of the proposed redesign of was the result of a builder’s remedy assessed at $100,000, Councilwoman “It’s a little scary to sit here and engineering department and also from The chief said $32,000 would be the entrance way and media center at lawsuit. Sara Todisco said, $6 more than the realize that there’s nothing we can do the administration. used for protective equipment such as Deerfield School. Resident Rita La Brutto said in the total tax increase passed by the coun- other than pay the bill,” Ms. Todisco The meeting started with a differ- handcuffs. The chief said medical sup- The proposed renovations at the conference session held prior to the cil last year. said. ence of opinion between Town Man- plies, blankets and pillows would cost Deerfield entrance way include larger official meeting that she believed The charge is $26,000 more than Mr. Meehan said that since the ager Al Mirabella, who wished to make $9,000. He said the department pays to signage and improved ADA (Ameri- hiring this firm would be “throwing last year’s increase, and returns the assessments are based on a five-year a draft of the budget requests available outfit the crossing guards and for their cans With Disabilities) access as well good money after bad.” RVSA assessment to 2008 levels, average, Garwood should expect to to the public, and Mayor Kevin Glover equipment. He said uniforms, which as the installation of a small concrete The township had submitted an according to Councilman Jim see 5- to 7-percent increases “for and Deputy Mayor Colleen Gialanella, include two summer shirts, two winter plaza. Improvements for the interior RFQ twice, and both times only one Mathieu. another year or two.” who wanted to keep release of the shirts, and two pairs of pants, cost of the building will include reorgani- law firm bid, Mayor Andis Kalnins RVSA Executive Director James The matter is of particular impor- information until there is a finished $1,000. zation of the main office with addi- said. He also said it was sent directly Meehan explained that while the tance to the finance committee, budget. It was agreed to table the matter Chief Mahoney said a new technol- tional windows which will increase to the township’s appeal attorney, agency’s budget has remained static, chaired by Councilman Louis and revisit it later in the evening. ogy plan would cost $39,000 for work visibility for visitor access. The reno- and the attorney did not bid. the costs are adjusted by percentage Petruzzelli, who stated the panel has Fire Chief John Ellis requested stations, lights, cameras, sirens and ra- vations at the media center will in- “It’s pretty unfortunate what has depending on use among the 11 mem- already met twice. The council has $750,000 for the department’s operat- dios. He finished by saying it is now the volve a new ADA entrance, improved gone on here, especially since we bers and three user municipalities scheduled two special meetings, on ing budget. The chief said the depart- law, as of March 1, that police cars must signage, a collaborative computer are concerned of conflict,” Ms. La from Springfield to Woodbridge. consecutive Thursdays, March 12 and ment needed to replace a 20-year-old have MVCs (Mobile Vehicle Cameras). area and six different instructional Brutto said. Although the borough’s waste flow March 19, for a public hearing of the vehicle pumper which pumps 1,500 He said the department is working on a spaces including a reading area with Ms. La Brutto also has voiced her has remained at about an average of budget. gallons of water a minute with one that grant now to offset the costs of cam- riser seating and improved shelving opinion on affordable-housing cred- 0.81 million gallons per day (mgd) The council also heard from can pump 3,000 a minute. The chief eras. He cautioned, however, that there for younger students. its that she believes exist currently over the past few years, since the Garwood’s financial officials, who also said that it would cost $95,000 to will be only five or six grants given Mr. Ruban reminded the public in Cranford but are not accounted RVSA’s total has dropped from 30 briefed the members on a proposed upgrade and consolidate the red alert across the country. The chief said the that detailed spreadsheets of each for, and has asked the committee on bond sale, the borough’s first in 12 system. It would also pay for a mobile Comcast bill is $120 per month for week’s expenditures and updates on multiple occasions to pursue those years. video camera (MVC). He also said it phones and Internet at the police de- the progress of the renovations are credits. The bond would consolidate about would cost $50,000 to replace his (the partment. posted on the Board of Education During public comment at the of- CF Council $2.74 million of existing debt, ac- chief’s) vehicle, which has 50,000 miles “We should be looking at budgeting website and noted, based on the work ficial meeting, resident Frank Krause CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 crued since 2004 and now financed on it. with a five-year plan for some of these done so far, it appears the renovations asked again to have the committee O’Brien said. Commissioner Tho- through short-term lending, into an Chief Ellis also said he would like to expenditures,” Mayor Glover said. may be completed for less than the extend an offer to Governor Chris mas Hannen, Jr. asked how many 11-year note that municipal auditor purchase new pagers. Mr. Mirabella The next department head to speak amount budgeted. Christie to come and speak at a town parking spots would be lost, and Mr. Warren Korecky projected would be suggested looking for funding to ac- was Joe Timko, an assistant engineer of hall meeting in Cranford. O’Brien said he would find out. bought at 2.25 percent. At that rate, complish some the projects the chief the engineering department. His total During public comment, the man- the bond would result in $389,373.50 would like done. The chief said that up request for the operating budget was ager of Jeff’s Landscaping, Gerry in interest payments over the 11 years. until now the department had enough $41,944. Other expenses, such as sala- Kehler Lights Grillo, brought up the changes in the Among the items that would be clothing, but now personnel are in need ries and wages, he said, would come CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 building coverages when the master included for the March 31 sale are of purchasing pants and coats. He also from the capital budget. He said that the plan was adopted last year. “This part $851,086 from the athletic field com- said the northside firehouse needs a town’s contribution to a paving project “I truly think this will be a step off of this ordinance is extremely impor- plex – or the Recreation and Sports new roof and that the leaders and gut- on West Broad Street would be $20,000. the curb as opposed to a jump off the tant to this town. The way they are in Complex – that opened in Novem- ters have to be replaced. It is a New Jersey Department of Trans- cliff,” he said. the law has now put a chokehold on ber; $342,615 for the new dump truck “We have a building that leaks; we’re portation project, he said. He also said A decision will be made by the everyone in this town and anyone that was purchased last year, and 15 not going to replace the building until that $15,000 would go to getting a board of education at its meeting at looking to move in to make an invest- other various road and capital five years out,” Chief Ellis said. The survey of Byrd Avenue. 7.30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 3, in the ment,” Mr. Grillo said. projects, vehicles and equipment. chief ended his presentation by saying Mr. Mirabella was the last speaker, Board Room (Room 105) of the ad- Zoning Officer Bob Hudak made The new bond would add to the they were looking for a grant to replace and said that his departmental budget See it all on the Web! ministration building, located at 302 recommendations to the committee current debt service remaining on the the department’s radio system. request was for $381,950. www.goleader.com Elm Street, Westfield. The meeting regarding the building coverage. 2003 note and raise the borough’s The next department head to speak As the meeting was about to end, will be open to the public. The recreation department had an total debt liability to $4.88 million. was Police Chief Brian Mahoney. He Councilman Llewellyn Jones asked to increase in salaries, Recreation Di- In action taken by the council, the requested $5,971,650 for the operating revisit the question of making a draft of rector Steve Robertazzi said, after the members – after a more than one- budget and said that $5,625,000 was the budget public. Again, Mayor Glover department hired staff last year. He hour executive session during the for salaries and wages. The chief said and Deputy Mayor Gialanella were not also said the public pool membership workshop portion of the meeting – the budget had been reduced by 25 in favor of it until the hearing process is decreased after the department raised unanimously voted to seek arbitra- percent. complete. pool fees last year. tion in the governing body’s negotia- “We’ve cut it to the bare bones,” he “The budget is still a work in The police department is request- tions with the police officers’ union. said. He said the department has 46 progress,” Mayor Glover said. Mr. ing an additional parking enforce- The most recent contract expired officers this year as opposed to 41 in Mirabella had a different opinion but ment officer and two new police of- December 31 and the negotiating 2014. He said most of the budget is deferred to the mayor. ficers be added to the force for a total committee and union have been un- taken up by salaries and wages. Other The next council budget work- police force of 51 officers. able to come to an agreement after expenses, he said, were uniform allow- shop meeting will be Tuesday, March “Another part-time or full-time per- six months of talks, police negotia- ances, phones and other replacement 3, at 5 p.m., in the council confer- son (parking enforcement officer) tion committee chairwoman Ann costs. Chief Mahoney said the police ence room on the second floor of the would optimize the parking system Tarantino said. vehicles are aging and broken down. municipal building, when the bud- we have,” Police Chief James Additionally, officials voted to spend “Our fleet is largely falling apart,” he gets of the Parks and Recreation and Wozniak said. $21,500 to purchase finance and tax said. “The usual standard is 80,000 to Public Property Departments will Last year, the township upgraded software from Edmunds & Associates 100,000 miles,” he added. He said that be presented. its parking meter system at a cost of of Northfield, N.J., that will allow about $463,000. residents or business owners to remit Resident Barbara Krause urged the tax payments via computer. committee to support the fire and The purchase was necessitated be- police departments in their requests cause the borough’s current software for additional staff. When asked by provider, First Byte of Teaneck, N.J., Mrs. Krause about the fire is unable to continue support due to a department’s request for eight addi- health condition of one of the princi- tional firefighters, Mayor Kalnins pals. said, “I don’t think that is realistic.” Additionally, the council amended “I think we have to put our finan- its regulations regarding parks, play- cial resources in the most important grounds and facilities to remove the areas,” Mrs. Krause said. clause that permitted the killing of Mrs. Krause also noted the fire snakes on sight. It also abolished the department’s recent presentation on construction board of appeals and fire, as well as the fire that collapsed removed the cost-of-living index pro- a building in Edgewater. In light of vision from the ordinance regulating the highly flammable materials used political contributions. in modern-day construction, and that type of building materials being used Christina Hinke for The Westfield Leader in newly built apartment complexes ZONING TALK...Gerry Grillo, manager of Jeffs Landscaping of Cranford, in Cranford, she asked the township speaks to the township committee Monday at the worskhop meeting about his to lobby for stricter construction WF Council disapproval of the maximum building coverage that was adopted as part of the codes. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 land development ordinance last year. The committe on Tuesday amended the ordinance to reflect the recommendations by the township zoning officer that “This state code has so many prob- at the municipal building, located at increased the maximum allowable building coverage. The township amended its Courtesy of Joe O’Keefe lems. We have a responsibility to 425 East Broad Street. The confer- Land Development ordinance after Zoning Officer Bob Hudak realized the GET YOUR HOT CHOCOLATE... These youngsters sell hot chocolate in the address it, especially since these units ence session will be immediately fol- allowable maximum building coverages made it nearly impossible for homeowners snow in Westfield on Saturday. Pictured, from left to right, are: Finn O'Keefe, are in our community in large num- lowed by the council’s regular public to make an addition to a home without having to apply for a variance. Eamon Mason, and Riley O'Keefe. bers,” Mrs. Krause said. meeting at 7:45 p.m. Serving the community since 1959

USPS 485200 Thursday, February 26, 2015 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 OUR 56th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 09-2015 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS Fanwood CFO Tompkins Adds Role of Deputy Administrator By CHRISTINA M. HINKE hours,” Mr. Levine added. “It is an Kindergarten to grade 8, including Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times opportunity to create a role for Fred those with disabilities, to walk and FANWOOD — At the borough under Eleanor to help Eleanor.” bicycle to school; to make bicy- council official meeting last In other business, the borough cling and walking to school a safer Wednesday, Borough Chief Finan- was awarded a $200,000 grant from and more appealing transportation cial Officer Fred Tompkins was the Safe Routes to School Program alternative, thereby encouraging a appointed to the newly created po- from the New Jersey Department of healthy and active lifestyle from an sition of deputy administrator at a Transportation (DOT). The funds early age; and to facilitate the plan- salary of $20,000 a year. will be put towards Madison Av- ning, development and implemen- Councilman Daniel Levine said enue, which serves Park Middle tation of projects and activities that one of the hardest working people School and School 1. This is the will improve safety and reduce traf- in the borough is Eleanor first time the borough has received fic, fuel consumption and air pollu- McGovern, who serves as both the the grant money, after applying each tion in the vicinity of schools. borough administrator and the bor- of the last three years, Mayor Col- In his health report, Councilman ough clerk. “We have a second leen Mahr said. Tom Kranz said the Westfield Re- gifted professional and that is our The program’s main objectives, gional Health Department, which CFO, Fred Tompkins. He is part- according to the DOT website, are serves Fanwood, told him that New time now and is able to add more to enable and encourage children in Jersey has a 96-percent compliance of children having the measles vac- cine, which is above the national Christina M. Hinke for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times average of 91 percent. Mr. Kranz WAS ELSA VISITING CRANFORD?... This ice sculpture of Olaf was a creation of Robert Scott of Springfield Avenue in reported that 99 to 100 percent of Cranford. children in all Fanwood daycare centers and schools have been vac- cinated for measles. Scotch Plains Council Begins The Fanwood Recreation Com- mission, at its first meeting of the year, presented a new, scaled down proposal for the skateboard park, Department Hearings on ’15 Budget Mr. Kranz said. Last year the bud- get was $259,000 to build the skate- By DELL SIMEONE it later in the evening. “We’ve cut it to the bare bones,” he board park at Forest Road Park, Mr. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Fire Chief John Ellis requested said. He said the department has 46 Kranz said. He said the project went SCOTCH PLAINS – The township $750,000 for the department’s oper- officers this year as opposed to 41 in out to bid twice and came in too council held the first of two budget ating budget. The chief said the de- 2014. He said most of the budget is high and that the lowest bidder re- workshop meetings on Tuesday partment needed to replace a 20-year- taken up by salaries and wages. Other fused to negotiate unless he was evening. Officials heard the requests old vehicle pumper which pumps expenses, he said, were uniform al- given a new proposal. So, the com- of the police and fire departments, the 1,500 gallons of water a minute with lowances, phones and other replace- mission prepared a new proposal engineering department and also from one that can pump 3,000 a minute. ment costs. Chief Mahoney said the that cut $88,000 from the original the administration. The chief also said that it would cost police vehicles are aging and broken design by reducing the number of The meeting started with a differ- $95,000 to upgrade and consolidate down. skating elements and ramps, and ence of opinion between Town Man- the red alert system. It would also pay “Our fleet is largely falling apart,” eliminating landscaping, paint, a ager Al Mirabella, who wished to for a mobile video camera (MVC). he said. “The usual standard is 80,000 Fred T. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT…New Jersey American Water Co.'s 10-week timed magnetic lock, and a wrought make a draft of the budget requests He also said it would cost $50,000 to to 100,000 miles,” he added. He said project to replace nearly one mile of a 48-inch water main on Madison Avenue iron fence. A chain-link fence was available to the public, and Mayor replace his (the chief’s) vehicle, which that the usual police car is a four- and Portland Avenue between Willow Avenue and Westfield Road in Scotch proposed to replace the wrought Kevin Glover and Deputy Mayor has 50,000 miles on it. wheel drive and there are six to eight Plains continues and is expected to be completed by the end of April. iron version. The new proposal has Colleen Gialanella, who wanted to Chief Ellis also said he would like cars on the road every shift. a projected cost of $248,000. keep release of the information until to purchase new pagers. Mr. Mirabella Answering a question from Coun- “There is some skepticism that is there is a finished budget. It was suggested looking for funding to ac- cilman John Del Sordi, Jr. about a BOE OK’s Partnership With CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 agreed to table the matter and revisit complish some the projects the chief motorcycle, the chief said there are would like done. The chief said that four officers who use it. up until now the department had The chief said $32,000 would be Kean U. to Train Teachers Fanwood Rec. Commission enough clothing, but now personnel used for protective equipment such are in need of purchasing pants and as handcuffs. The chief said medical By DELL SIMEONE The board voted to accept the coats. He also said the northside supplies, blankets and pillows would Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times recommendation of Business Ad- Reviews Survey Results firehouse needs a new roof and that cost $9,000. He said the department SCOTCH PLAINS – The board ministrator Deborah Saridaki to the leaders and gutters have to be pays to outfit the crossing guards and of education, last Thursday evening, accept the proposal and installation By THOMAS VAN DUYNE nis courts at Forest Road Park, due to replaced. for their equipment. He said uniforms, adopted a resolution approving of laboratory furnishings and equip- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times the playground still being useable “We have a building that leaks; which include two summer shirts, partnering with Kean University to ment for the Scotch Plains-Fanwood FANWOOD — The Fanwood Rec- and the courts needing drastic re- we’re not going to replace the build- two winter shirts, and two pairs of train teachers on how to teach les- High School Room 140 Science reation Commission convened at its pairs. Commission member Amy ing until five years out,” Chief Ellis pants, cost $1,000. sons on the Holocaust and toler- Lab through Longo Associates and regular time on Tuesday night to dis- Boroff reminded her colleagues that said. The chief ended his presenta- Chief Mahoney said a new tech- ance. MRESC, the New Jersey State co- cuss the results from a recent survey “50 percent of the population [in Fan- tion by saying they were looking for nology plan would cost $39,000 for In another action taken by the operative purchasing system, at a that had been posted on its website. wood] is under 18” and that the play- a grant to replace the department’s work stations, lights, cameras, sirens board, it voted to approve the ac- total cost of $105,311.68. Addi- Commission members hoped to use ground would do more to appeal to radio system. and radios. He finished by saying it is ceptance of $300 from Atlantic tionally, the board voted to accept the results to check their progress them. The next department head to speak now the law, as of March 1, that Health Care Systems to McGinn her recommendation for the instal- against a five-year plan that had been The survey also showed interest in was Police Chief Brian Mahoney. He police cars must have MVCs (Mobile Elementary School for its submis- lation of laboratory furnishings for created in 2011, and also to craft a the establishment of a community requested $5,971,650 for the operat- Vehicle Cameras). He said the de- sion of the McGinn Garden Grant. Room 141 at the cost of new direction. Ninety-eight surveys garden. An interest from the public in ing budget and said that $5,625,000 partment is working on a grant now The board also voted to approve $105,690.56, which was purchased were completed and compiled into a the establishment of a spray park was was for salaries and wages. The chief to offset the costs of cameras. He a resolution allocating $32,000 for through the state cooperative pur- report for the commissioners to re- met with hesitation from the com- said the budget had been reduced by cautioned, however, that there will be Potter Architects to oversee secu- chasing program. view. Amongst the most popular feed- mission after observing the issues 25 percent. CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 rity upgrades. The project will be The board approved a memoran- back received was for an interest in that Scotch Plains has encountered partially funded by a grant (60 per- dum of agreement with the Kean the construction of a pavilion at For- with its park. Mr. Budiansky said, cent) with the remainder (40 per- University Diversity Council to par- est Road Park, which was met with “during the summer other towns drop cent) by the district. The project ticipate in and provide classroom support from the mayor’s office, and their day camps off at the park” and involves installing security systems space for two courses, EMSE 5342 to have the playground rebuilt at that there have been complaints “that at Brunner, $5,060; Coles, $5,060; Teaching of the Holocaust in the LaGrande Park. there are a lot of kids running around School One, $5,060; Park Middle fall of 2015 and EMSE 5342 Teach- The existing playground, built in unsupervised and doing unhygienic School, $8,910, and Terrill Middle ing Prejudice Reduction in the 1995, is 20 years old. When built, it things.” School, $8,910. CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 had a life expectancy of only 10 years. In the end, the board decided to Recreation Director Bob Budiansky establish a subcommittee to debrief said that the playground had been the findings of the survey further and “gently used” and was “not falling to make a report in terms of progress apart,” which is why the borough has on the five-year plan. gotten so much more use out of it. A motion was passed at the end of According to the commission, a plan the meeting to have Mr. Budiansky to update the facilities at the play- discuss with the department of public ground had been discussed before, works what can be done to make the and that was a contributing factor in Fanwood Skating Rink more acces- not replacing some of the large trees sible next year. Despite the ideal skat- that have come down around the play- ing weather of the last few weeks the ground in the last few years. rink has remained closed because the In order to update the space, the valve for the water supply, which is LUCK OF THE IRISH...The Fifth Annual St. Patrick’s Day Fundraiser will be held on Saturday, March 7, from 12:30 to 9:30 p.m., at the Fanwood Train borough would have to rip up the buried underground, is frozen under Station. The fundraiser is jointly sponsored by O’Brian’s Pourhouse and the footprint of the existing playground a foot of ice and cannot be used. The Fanwood Business and Professional Association to benefit the Scotch Plains- and completely start over. This would commission is considering options Fanwood Music Boosters. Shown above are Irish dancers from last year’s event. allow for new landscaping and con- to move the water supply indoors or struction of completely new elements. above ground. PAGE INDEX A proposal of a train station theme Also discussed Tuesday night were was thrown around as a possibility upcoming programs such as the Eas- Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 15 for the design. ter Egg Hunt. The hunt will take Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 9-13 Photo courtesy of Gene Jannotti There was some discussion about place on Sunday, April 12, with a rain Police ...... 16 Real Estate .... 9-18 PACKED HOUSE…Scores of business members and area leaders filled the whether the playground should be a date of the following Sunday, April Community.....6-7, 14, 16 Classifieds ..... 14 Rooster Spin Restaurant in Westfield on Monday night for the monthly Obituary ...... 6 A&E ...... 17-18 “Networking” of the Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce. priority over the repaving of the ten- CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 Scotch Plains - Fanwood Times only Page 8 Thursday, February 26, 2015 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A Watchung Communications, Inc. 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By SARAH McGRAIL dents, saying the noise from the Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times closest generator to their homes WESTFIELD — Westfield resi- would be equivalent to hearing a dents living near Kehler Stadium human conversation, according to are coming out in opposition to government guidelines. He said he plans to place temporary lights on would not expect light to reach as the turf field. far as homes surrounding the sta- Westfield Soccer Association dium. (WSA) has asked the board of edu- Mr. Franks said it was impossible cation, which owns the stadium, for to get all of the 70 WSA teams on permission to use lights from the grass fields in daylight in the spring beginning of March to the middle and this meant that some children of May to enable soccer and la- were having to travel to train on crosse teams to practice during the “out-of-town, substandard fields,” evenings. some of them starting sessions at 9 The field would be used by p.m. Westfield High School until 7 p.m. “There is simply not enough field CADET NURSES DESERVE RECOGNITION... Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7th) and then the soccer and lacrosse space in Westfield to meet the de- Dominic A. Lagano for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times welcomes Westfield resident Diana Taylor to his district office to discuss the NEW MEN IN BLUE...Five new officers joined the ranks of the Westfield Police United States Cadet Nurse Corps Equity Act, which Mr. Lance will soon associations from 7 p.m. until 9.30 mands of spring users across all Department and were sworn in at Tuesday night’s Westfield Town Council introduce in Congress. The measure would formally recognize the U.S. cadet p.m., with the lights switched off at sectors of athletics (high school, meeting. The five new officers, pictured with Chief Dave Wayman, right, are: nurses for their service to the nation during World War II. For years, Ms. Taylor 9.40 p.m. youth groups and the general pub- Eric Carrero, Robert Desiato, Jr., Aaron Doherty, Kristopher Jackus and Ryan has advocated for her fellow cadet nurses to have the honor of formal recognition But residents of houses in the lic),” he said. Weiss. by the military. Mr. Lance will soon sponsor the legislation in the U.S. House to same area as the stadium will peti- “Having the field at Kehler from ensure their rightful salute in history. tion the board of education to turn 7 to 9:30 at night during the week down the application. would allow many of those teams to WF Police Make Promotions Gregg and Jean Lehmberg, whose be closer to home, at a decent hour Garwood Sees 16-Percent home overlooks the stadium, will and on a quality surface. I think that be sending the petition to the board is enough reason to run a test,” he At Town Council Ceremony this week to demonstrate that there added. Hike In RVSA Assessment is “a groundswell of negativity to- Mr. Franks stressed that this was By DOMINIC A. LAGANO prior work before Ms. Neylan led the wards the idea.” a pilot program, completely funded Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times swearing-in. A friend or family mem- By BRIAN TRUSDELL over the past few years, since the Mr. and Mrs. Lehmberg say they by the sports associations, and that WESTFIELD — At its regular pub- ber then pinned the officer’s badge to Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times RVSA’s total has dropped from 30 have children who are and have he hoped the community would see lic meeting Tuesday evening, the town his uniform. GARWOOD – Rahway Valley mgd to 26 mgd, Garwood’s share has been involved in sports so they do it as an opportunity to test out the council held a special swearing-in The five new officers hired by the Sewerage Authority (RVSA) officials jumped. understand the WSA’s position, but impact on the sports programs and ceremony for new and veteran mem- Westfield Police Department are Eric told the borough council Tuesday The reduction, he said, was due to that the use of Kehler Stadium has the community. bers of the Westfield Police Depart- Carrero, Robert Desiato, Jr., Aaron that Garwood’s waste flow has re- other towns, like Rahway, making increased to a point where it im- “I truly think this will be a step ment. Doherty, Kristopher Jackus and Ryan mained flat, but its proportion among improvements in their system to re- pacts on their quality of life. off the curb as opposed to a jump In the course of the past year, the Weiss. the 14 municipalities within the coa- duce things such as inflow and infil- Mr. Lehmberg said, “There has off the cliff,” he said. Westfield Police Department hired The veteran officers were promoted lition has jumped, resulting in a 16- tration. I-and-I, as it is called, in- been an explosive increase in use A decision will be made by the five new members for its force. As all as follows: Marcin Kapka was pro- percent increase in the borough’s as- cludes water leaching into the sewer over the time we’ve lived here and board of education at its meeting at five recently completed the require- moted to sergeant, Leonard Lugo and sessment this year. pipes through cracks and holes. especially since the field was turfed 7.30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 3, in ments for graduation from their re- Jason Mc Erlean were both promoted The spike of $86,428 equates to an He said because Garwood is so in 2005. The field was once limited the Board Room (Room 105) of the spective police academies, they were to lieutenant and John Ricerca was approximately $45 increase per home small, and its waste water flow like- to high school and other school- administration building, located at subsequently sworn in as law en- promoted to captain. assessed at $100,000, Councilwoman wise, similar expenditures probably related sports, but has now been 302 Elm Street, Westfield. The forcement officers assigned to the Chief Wayman also shared some Sara Todisco said, $6 more than the would not be economically benefi- expanded to other sports programs meeting will be open to the public. town. remarks about the nature of police total tax increase passed by the coun- cial to the borough. outside the school system, so it is The council and Westfield Police work and the quality of the officers cil last year. “It’s a little scary to sit here and used seven days a week for many Chief David Wayman also honored who were honored. “We are taking a The charge is $26,000 more than realize that there’s nothing we can do hours each day.” four veteran members of the police step forward tonight. We are devel- last year’s increase, and returns the other than pay the bill,” Ms. Todisco The petition will highlight what FW CFO force with promotions. oping and preparing one aspect of the RVSA assessment to 2008 levels, ac- said. signatories say is the negative im- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 As Mayor Andy Skibitsky was Westfield Police Department for the cording to Councilman Jim Mathieu. Mr. Meehan said that since the pact of the increased use, including deserved here,” Mr. Kranz said. But unavailable due to business commit- future. RVSA Executive Director James assessments are based on a five-year “constant noise from players, given that, he said, “The recreation ments, the officers were sworn in by “We are preparing and planning Meehan explained that while the average, Garwood should expect to coaches, fans, whistles, etc.” and commission wants to go ahead. Acting Mayor JoAnn Neylan. for the unknown. As we all know, agency’s budget has remained static, see 5- to 7-percent increases “for “pump-it-up music and amateur an- They are happy with this design.” “I am honored to preside over crime, man-made disasters, natural the costs are adjusted by percentage another year or two.” nouncers on the booming PA sys- The borough council approved a tonight’s police promotions and disasters, do not recognize jurisdic- depending on use among the 11 mem- The matter is of particular impor- tem.” resolution to receive bids for the swearing-in ceremonies,” began Ms. tional boundaries. And here in bers and three user municipalities tance to the finance committee, chaired Residents also are concerned paving projects for Burns Way and Neylan. “I have served as the chair of Westfield, we are as susceptible as from Springfield to Woodbridge. by Councilman Louis Petruzzelli, who about increased traffic and incon- La Grande Avenue. A resolution the Public Safety Committee for many anyone, anywhere else. The Westfield Although the borough’s waste flow stated the panel has already met twice. siderate parking. also was passed to award a contract years now and I’ve had the opportu- Police Department must be prepared has remained at about an average of The council has scheduled two special But WSA Trustee Peter Franks to tax appeal attorney Palumbo and nity to work with our public safety to meet and address any and all chal- 0.81 million gallons per day (mgd) meetings, on consecutive Thursdays, sought to allay the fears of resi- Renaud not to exceed $10,000. professionals on a regular basis. lenges brought our way,” Chief March 12 and March 19, for a public Three resolutions were passed to “In doing so, I have been able to Wayman stated. “These officers here hearing of the budget. award contracts to environmental gain insight into the job we ask them tonight will play a vital role in the The council also heard from engineering firm CTM, Lightower to perform, day in and day out, on planning and the preparing for the SP Budget Garwood’s financial officials, who SP-F BOE for a right-of-way use agreement, weekends and every holiday, and in challenging future ahead.” CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 briefed the members on a proposed CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 and a special environmental engi- every type of weather condition,” Ms. In other news, the council awarded only five or six grants given across bond sale, the borough’s first in 12 spring of 2016. The classes will be neer, Prestige Environmental. Neylan stated. “The one thing the a contract to Integrated Technical the country. The chief said the years. held in district and at no cost other The borough council approved a mayor and I have learned is that due Systems, Incorporated, a purveyor of Comcast bill is $120 per month for The bond would consolidate about than to release teachers to visit the resolution to allow Oh’ Brian’s Pour to the boundless nature of the police electronic and computerized systems phones and Internet at the police de- $2.74 million of existing debt, ac- U.S. Holocaust Museum in Wash- House the use of the northside rail officers here, no day in police work is based out of Wallingford, Conn. The partment. crued since 2004 and now financed ington, D.C. Additionally, there will station for the St. Patrick’s Day 5th ever alike. contract was awarded for the pur- “We should be looking at budget- through short-term lending, into an be the cost of release time for dis- Annual Fundraiser on Saturday, “The officers that are being pro- chase of extended hardware and soft- ing with a five-year plan for some of 11-year note that municipal auditor trict participants to attend a Distin- March 7, from 12:30 to 9:30 p.m., moted this evening are highly trained ware warranties for the 25 “smart” these expenditures,” Mayor Glover Warren Korecky projected would be guished Scholar Lecture at Kean to benefit the Scotch Plains-Fan- and experienced individuals who have parking pay stations installed last year. said. bought at 2.25 percent. At that rate, University. wood Raiders Music Boosters. Tick- dedicated their lives to serve and to The next town council conference The next department head to speak the bond would result in $389,373.50 In other business, board member ets are $7 per adult. protect. And the recruits that are be- session open to the public is sched- was Joe Timko, an assistant engineer in interest payments over the 11 years. Trip Whitehouse said that on Satur- A resolution was passed autho- ing sworn in this evening are begin- uled for Tuesday, March 10, at 7p.m., of the engineering department. His Among the items that would be day, March 14, there will be an rizing the mayor to sign the Police ning an essential and esteemed pro- at the municipal building, located at total request for the operating budget included for the March 31 sale are exhibition game between the St. Benevolent Association contract for fessional career in law enforcement 425 East Broad Street. The confer- was $41,944. Other expenses, such $851,086 from the athletic field com- John’s University Women’s Soccer the term 2015 to 2017. The contract and public safety,” Ms. Neylan stated. ence session will be immediately fol- as salaries and wages, he said, would plex – or the Recreation and Sports Team and the Sky Blue, a New remains under negotiation, Mrs. Chief Wayman introduced each lowed by the council’s regular public come from the capital budget. He Complex – that opened in Novem- Jersey professional women’s soc- McGovern told The Scotch Plains- officer with a brief history of their meeting at 7:45 p.m. said that the town’s contribution to a ber; $342,615 for the new dump truck cer team. It will be played on the Fanwood Times. paving project on West Broad Street that was purchased last year, and 15 upper soccer field at Scotch Plains- Mike Venezia, a volunteer and would be $20,000. It is a New Jersey other various road and capital Fanwood High School, he said. He member of the Senior Citizens Club, Department of Transportation project, projects, vehicles and equipment. also said the district will be able to was named the Volunteer of the he said. He also said that $15,000 The new bond would add to the run a concession stand at the game. Month. would go to getting a survey of Byrd current debt service remaining on the The tentative start time is 2 p.m., Resident Michael Lewis encour- Avenue. 2003 note and raise the borough’s said Ms. Saridaki. The game is free. aged residents to pick up a copy of Mr. Mirabella was the last speaker, total debt liability to $4.88 million. Mr. Whitehouse, who is on the “Taking Charge, What to Do if Your and said that his departmental budget In action taken by the council, the finance committee, said the budget Identity is Stolen,” an informational request was for $381,950. members – after a more than one- process is moving forward and the packet that defines how to avoid As the meeting was about to end, hour executive session during the tentative budget will be discussed scams and identity theft, that is Councilman Llewellyn Jones asked workshop portion of the meeting – on Thursday, March 19, at an open available in the lobby of the police to revisit the question of making a unanimously voted to seek arbitra- agenda meeting at the administra- department. draft of the budget public. Again, tion in the governing body’s negotia- tion building. The council also asked residents Mayor Glover and Deputy Mayor tions with the police officers’ union. The next meeting of the board of to shovel sidewalks and keep them Gialanella were not in favor of it The most recent contract expired education will take place this clear. until the hearing process is com- December 31 and the negotiating evening, Thursday, February 26, at The month of February was pro- plete. committee and union have been un- 7:30 p.m., at the administration claimed Black History Month in “The budget is still a work in able to come to an agreement after building in Scotch Plains. Fanwood. progress,” Mayor Glover said. Mr. six months of talks, police negotia- Mirabella had a different opinion but tion committee chairwoman Ann deferred to the mayor. Tarantino said. The next council budget workshop Additionally, officials voted to meeting will be Tuesday, March 3, at spend $21,500 to purchase finance 5 p.m., in the council conference and tax software from Edmunds & room on the second floor of the mu- Associates of Northfield, N.J., that nicipal building, when the budgets of will allow residents or business own- the Parks and Recreation and Public ers to remit tax payments via com- Property Departments will be pre- puter. sented. The purchase was necessitated be- cause the borough’s current software provider, First Byte of Teaneck, N.J., is unable to continue support due to a FW Rec. health condition of one of the princi- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 pals. 19, according to the recreation com- Additionally, the council amended mission website, and will feature an its regulations regarding parks, play- egg-decorating competition with grounds and facilities to remove the prizes for those who bring their own clause that permitted the killing of eggs. Additionally, summer day camp snakes on sight. It also abolished the signups began last week and are fill- construction board of appeals and ing up fast. Already 640 registrations removed the cost-of-living index pro- Fred T. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Courtesy of Joe O’Keefe have been processed and several WATER MAINS…New Jersey American Water Co.'s project to replace nearly GET YOUR HOT CHOCOLATE...These youngsters sell hot chocolate in the vision from the ordinance regulating snow in Westfield on Saturday. Pictured, from left to right, are: Finn O'Keefe, weeks of the camp are filled up. political contributions. one mile of a 48-inch water main on Madison Avenue and Portland Avenue is expected to be completed by the end of April. Eamon Mason and Riley O'Keefe. Do It Now! Subscribe Click Here

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The Westfield Leader & The Scotch Plains-Fanwood TIMES PO Box 250, 251 North Ave. West, Westfield, NJ 07091 Tel 908 232-4407; Fax 908 232-0473 Email [email protected] Page 2 Thursday, February 26, 2015 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Panel to Vote March 23 on Peyton's DWC Holds Reorganization, Walnut Hist. Designation Peek at the Week Meeting, OK’s 2015 Budget By DELL SIMEONE public meeting, there was not enough In Politics By DOMINIC A. LAGANO Westfield 5K Run and Pizza Extrava- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times seating to accommodate the residents By Paul Peyton of The Leader/Times ganza. WESTFIELD – The Westfield His- who showed up in the council confer- WESTFIELD — The Downtown The next step in the budget process toric Preservation Commission held ence room. Ms. Kessler told the crowd State AG Investigating Stender appeal Judge Hanen’s ruling. Westfield Corporation (DWC), man- is for the board to present it to the a meeting on Monday evening which that if they had something to say, the Over Shore Home Dispute Group Pushing to Legalize agement entity of the Special Im- town council for its approval. took place in the conference room commission would listen to them only The state Attorney General's Of- Marijuana in New Jersey provement District (SID), held its “Sherry and I are going on the 26th adjacent to the Town Council Cham- after the regular commission meet- fice is investigating whether As- A group of local prosecutors, civil first board of directors’ meeting of for financial review,” Mr. Verdic bers at the municipal building. Ten ing. The Walnut Street residents sat semblywoman Linda Stender's hus- rights leaders, medical experts and 2015 this past Monday evening. stated. “Just because we vote on it residents of Walnut Street showed up in dimness for over an hour before band, Richard Stender, tried to take activists are seeking to legalize, tax January’s scheduled meeting was can- doesn’t mean that the budget is ap- to what they thought was a continua- they were invited to come into the advantage of Coastal Habitat for and regulate the distribution and use celled due to inclement weather. proved. It still has to be approved by tion of the public hearing on the ordi- conference room to have their say, Humanity, a Monmouth County of marijuana in New Jersey, WCBS As a result, the board’s first order the town council.” nance which would set rules for the “but be brief,” Ms. Kessler told the charity, to transform a damaged a 880 has reported. of business was to hold its annual In other news, Ms. Cronin pre- newly proposed historic district for residents. luxury shore home, NJ Advance The campaign, called New Jersey reorganization meeting to install the sented the 2014 Main Street New Walnut Street between Elm Street Meanwhile, the ordinance defin- Media has reported. United for Marijuana Reform, would board members for 2015. A unani- Jersey Statewide Reinvestment Sum- and Mountain Avenue. ing the rights of the neighbors in the The report said the Attorney Gen- legalize pot smoking for those 21 and mous vote determined that there mary to the board. Ms. Cronin must In November, there was a public establishment of a historic district eral is looking into whether Mr. Stender over and would not support smoking would be no changes on the board for complete this report every year and hearing on a proposed ordinance to has been amended to preclude an misrepresented his claim that his home marijuana and driving. the new year. forward it to the New Jersey Depart- define the rules of declaring a neigh- opt-out provision and has already in Manasquan, which was damaged “The time has come to begin fixing Dominick Verdic will remain the ment of Community Affairs, the de- borhood a historic district. At that had a first hearing, before the town during Hurricane Sandy, qualified for our criminal justice system by end- board’s chairman, with Alan De Rose partment that oversees the Main Street meeting, many of the homeowners council. It is likely to be adopted help as a primary residence. ing unjust marijuana arrests,” New retaining his position of co-chair- NJ project. on Walnut Street said they wanted to before the continuation of the No- Coastal Habitat helps homeowners Jersey ACLU Executive Director Udi man. Shawn Hanna will remain the Twenty businesses closed in the opt out. They said they did not want vember public hearing which will be fix or build only primary residences Ofer told WCBS 880. board’s treasurer, with Lisa Bertone past year and 33 new ones were cre- to be told what they could or could Monday, March 23. In the amended if their household income equals up Governor Chris Christie has said he retaining the position of recording ated in Westfield’s downtown area not do with their homes. In the pre- ordinance there is no provision for to 80 percent of $84,526, Monmouth opposes legalizing marijuana and would secretary. for a net gain of 13 businesses. vailing ordinance at the time there residents which allows them to opt County's median income.The veto any bill that came to his desk on the Westfield Councilman Sam Della Similarly, 59 jobs were lost in town was no set provision for homeowners out. Ms. Kessler, on Monday evening, Stenders' combined income in 2012 matter, according to news reports. Fera will remain the town council in the past year while 122 were created, to opt out. That meeting ended with told the residents that on March 23 and 2013 exceeded that amount, ac- State Senator Nicholas Scutari (D- liaison to the board and Stephanie for a net gain of 63 new jobs. frustration on the part of the the commission will listen to their cording to the report. The charity 22nd, Linden), who sponsored a bill Walsh will continue to serve as Mayor There was an average 2.59 percent homeowners and ambiguity on the concerns and then vote on adopting demanded that Mr. Stender reimburse to legalize pot last year, told The Wall Andrew Skibitsky’s designee to the vacancy rate last year, accounting for part of the commission which had no the ordinance. them $11,000 for demolishing the Street Journal that the next governor board. 42,918 square feet of retail space that answers for the dissenters. The De- The Walnut Street residents said home. should consider the impact that tax Robert Centrella and Frank Isoldi was available, Ms. Cronin said. cember and January meetings were that two years ago they were con- Vastine to Run for Assembly revenue collected from legalized will both continue to serve as resi- The DWC provided $4,135 last cancelled. cerned when a home was razed and a Against Stender, Green marijuana would have on the state’s dent members of the board and James year in grants to local businesses for On Monday evening, 10 Walnut newer style home was built in its Former Republican Scotch Plains budget. Sen. Scutari’s bill included a Gildea, Westfield’s town administra- signage replacement or enhancement. Street residents braved the 20-degree place. However, they said, they are councilman William “Bo” Vastine has 7 percent sales tax on marijuana sales tor, also will continue to serve as a In turn, the private investors’ portion temperature in an effort to continue now satisfied and do not want to be decided to run for the state Assembly in in New Jersey. liaison to the town council. amounted to $29,500 for signage re- expressing their opposition to the part of the historic district. They also the 22nd Legislative District, accord- Prieto Said He Won’t Take Part The board next voted to approve placement or enhancement. designation of Walnut Street as a his- objected to residents of the Park Edge ing to a Facebook post. In Republican ‘Side Show’ the DWC’s budget for 2015. Eighty-four building rehabilita- toric district to the commission. The condos, having been built in 1949, Mr. Vastine, who lost re-election Assembly Speaker Vinnie Prieto Sherry Cronin, executive director of tions and one new construction project homeowners were under the impres- having any say in the matter since the for his council seat last year, previ- (D-32nd, Secaucus) said last week the DWC, announced the proposed were completed last year. In all, the sion that the meeting was a continu- condos are non-contributing. They ously ran for the Assembly in 2009. that he will not take part in any “side- budget would be $409,757.19. “We’re SID investments and reinvestments, ation of the public hearing which had were told by the commission that 80 Lesniak Allies to Form show” of debates Republicans have proposing this 2015 budget on a flat including new purchases, accounted left them with more questions in- percent of the residents of the 26 PAC for Run for Governor challenged him to, politickernj.com basis,” Ms. Cronin stated. “So last year for $4,841,404 last year. stead of answers. homes in the district had agreed to be PolitickerNJ has reported that al- has reported. our budget was $409,247 and this year’s Ms. Cronin also reported that over The homeowners were met with in the historic district. lies of state Senator Ray Lesniak (D- “When they come up with good proposed budget is $409,757.” 172,000 people visited Westfield last more ambiguity when told by com- 20th, Elizabeth) are preparing to ideas and all that I’ll consider them,” The DWC budget includes the sala- year as a direct result of DWC events. mission chairperson Kelly Kessler launch a Political Action Committee Mr. Prieto told politickernj.com. “But ries of DWC employees, new equip- The DWC’s next board of directors that the meeting being held was not a Casagrande Seeks to (PAC) in support of a bid by Sen. listen, I’m not going to get caught up ment such as benches or decorations, meeting open to the general public is public hearing but a just a meeting of Lesniak for the 2017 Democratic gu- in any side show.” and events sponsored by the DWC scheduled for Monday, April 27, at the commission. Ban Antique Firearms bernatorial nomination. Assembly Minority Leader Jon such as the Sweet Sounds Downtown 7:30 p.m. The DWC office is located The room’s lights could only be From State Gun Laws Sen. Lesniak would join a Demo- Bramnick (R-21st, Westfield) has chal- Jazz Festival and the Downtown at 105 Elm Street, basement level. found for the area where there is a TRENTON — Assemblywoman cratic field that includes Jersey City lenged Mr. Prieto to six debates, say- dais. The audience portion of the Caroline Casagrande (R-11th, Free- Mayor Steve Fulop, state Senate ing after 15 years as the majority party court room was in dimness. Although hold) said she will introduce legisla- President Steve Sweeney (D-3rd, in the Assembly that Democrats don’t the commission meeting was also a tion exempting antique firearms from Gloucester) and former U.S. Ambas- deserve re-election. Airport Employer Announces the state’s gun laws. sador to Germany Phil Murphy. Jamel Holley Sworn In A retired Millville teacher is fac- Christie Poorest Performing As New Dist. 20 Assemblyman REPORTERS NEEDED Republican in Poll of ’16 Cands. Former Roselle mayor Jamel 150 Jobs for UC Residents Current openings for reporters ing a 2nd degree felony charge for the possession of a handgun when police New Jersey Governor Chris Holley received the oath of office COUNTY — For AirServ, it is an outstanding example of how to cover town council, BOE, Christie is the poorest performing from Assembly Speaker Vincent and recreation commission discovered his 1760s “Queen Anne” started last fall with a phone call the public sector can work with the flintlock pistol during a traffic stop Republican candidate for president Prieto (D-32nd, Secaucus) on Mon- inquiry to the Union County private sector in not only coordinat- meetings. We seek community- in 2016, trailing Hillary Clinton by day to become a member of the New minded, detail-oriented writers last November. Workforce Innovation Business Cen- ing job placements but also provid- “There is a complete lack of com- margins of 5 to 10 percentage points Jersey General Assembly. ter: how can we collaborate with ing the proper training,” Mr. with professional demeanor in the critical swing states of Colo- He is the first African-American to needed. Must be able to meet mon sense when a 72-year-old man Union County to hire residents for Granados said. “We certainly urge is facing a decade in prison for rado, Iowa and Virginia, according represent the 20th legislative district, full-time jobs at Liberty International businesses looking to hire residents deadlines, know how to write a to a Quinnipiac University Swing which includes Elizabeth, Hillside, lead, and take an active interest possessing an unloaded, 300-year- Airport in Newark? to coordinate their efforts through old antique pistol,” Ms. Casagrande State Poll released last week. Roselle and Union Township in Union The call resulted in the hiring of the Workforce Investment Board.” in a regular beat in order to Mrs. Clinton runs best overall County. He replaces Joseph Cryan, develop news stories. Great for said. “Granting this exemption will 66 residents for new jobs last year, Businesses looking to hire should put New Jersey in line with federal against leading Republican White who resigned from the Legislature to and just a few weeks ago it contin- contact Antonio Rivera, director of stay-at-home moms, a second House contenders in the swing states, become Union County sheriff. income or just for those who law that already exempts the pos- ued with another commitment from the Union County Workforce Invest- session of historic firearms manu- but U.S. Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky A graduate of Abraham Clark High the airport services company to hire ment Board, at (908) 527-4195 or e- love to write. E-mail resume is in a virtual tie with her in Colorado School in Roselle, he holds a bachelor’s and clips to: factured prior to 1898. Hopefully, 150 more county residents for jobs mail [email protected]. and/or visit the Cumberland County prosecutor and Virginia, according to the degree from New Jersey City Univer- in cargo, cleaning, ground transpor- ucnj.org/wib. [email protected] Quinnipiac poll. sity and a master’s in public adminis- tation, passenger services, ramp han- AirServ, whose 8,000-plus em- The Westfield Leader & will acknowledge the ludicrous na- ture of charging a man with no prior Former Florida Governor Jeb Bush tration from Kean University. He is dling and security sectors at the air- ployees support the world’s leading The Scotch Plains-Fanwood ties her in Virginia, the largest of the three employed as director of the Depart- port. airlines and freight companies at TIMES history and simply dismiss this case.” states, and Wisconsin Governor Scott ment of Public Works in Irvington. The Workforce Innovation Busi- airports throughout the United States Walker is in a virtual tie with Mrs. State Appoints Monitor ness Center, a program through the and United Kingdom, announced the Clinton in Colorado. For Atlantic City Schools Union County Workforce Investment hirings as part of a plan creating 500 Fed. Judge Temporarily Blocks New Jersey Commissioner of Board and Union County College, new positions. Obama Immigration Actions Education David C. Hespe has ap- held a job fair to screen applicants “We had a very positive experi- A U.S. District Court judge in pointed Gary P. McCartney as state this past Thursday and Friday at ence and outcome with coordinat- Texas has temporarily blocked Presi- monitor to the Atlantic City Board Union County College in Elizabeth. ing our first round of hirings through dent Barack Obama’s controversial of Education who are seeking to The Innovation Business Center the county, and we are pleased to executive actions on immigration — maintain quality educational pro- not only coordinated the job fair and continue this partnership,” said Mar- announced in November — to ease grams despite a dramatic drop in screening for the latest round of jobs, tin C. Blake, Jr., senior vice-presi- the deportation threats to millions of local revenue. but will also provide subsequent dent for AirServ. “The Union County eligible immigrants, CNN has re- In recent years, Atlantic City has training to the new hires through the Workforce Innovation Business Cen- ported. experienced a significant decline in college’s employabilityskills cur- ter acted quickly, efficiently and ef- Judge Andrew Hanen’s ruling, in the assessed value of property for riculum, a 40-day program. fectively in fulfilling our require- a lawsuit brought by 26 states in- taxation, which has severely ham- Designed with demands of ments.” cluding Texas, said President Obama pered the city’s ability to raise local today’s business environment in Once the latest round of Union Nabig Sakr Carmen Cascao lacks the authority to carry out his revenue required to maintain both mind, the terms “employability County employees are hired, initiative and is “creating laws from municipal and school services. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 26, 2015 Page 3 Freeholders Reappoint BPU OKs Basic Generation D.C. Gov. Relations Firm Service Auction Results By PAUL J. PEYTON Mr. Moschetti called the funding TRENTON – The New Jersey sale electricity in all or part of 13 Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times of legal defense for the county in four Board of Public Utilities Board has states and the District of Columbia, COUNTY — The Union County lawsuits listed on Thursday’s agenda, unanimously approved the results of and the resulting transmission rate is Freeholder Board last Thursday totaling $70,000, “a complete waste the state’s 14th annual electricity auc- approved by the Federal Energy passed a number of resolutions in- of money and time.” tion for Basic Generation Service Regulatory Commission (FERC). cluding approving a $138,000, one- One of the cases was for repre- (BGS), which will result in slightly PJM submitted the Capacity Per- year agreement with Washington, sentation of former Union County lower or stable prices for the electric- formance Proposal to FERC in re- D.C.-based Winning Strategies. The Juvenile Detention Center officer ity supplied to residents and small- to sponse to the extremely cold tem- firm has worked for the county for a Sherrie Brown-Braswell in a law- medium-sized businesses supplied by peratures that sent demand soaring number of years. suit entitled Shiquon Fowler versus three of the four Electric Distribution during the 2014 polar vortex while According to its website, the com- County of Union, at a cost of Companies (EDCs). The auction de- also causing generator outages due to pany was founded over a decade ago $20,000. The guard has been termines, in part, the cost of electric- cold weather-related problems. The “as a solution to the one-size-fits-all charged with sexually assaulting a ity for most New Jersey residents and uncertainty and higher risk of addi- D.C. government relations firm.” teenage boy at the facility and the many businesses for the 12-month tional costs facing the BGS bidders Donna Mullins, listed as the firm’s boy’s family is now suing the period starting June 1, 2015. in response to PJM’s proposal to ac- managing partner, previously was county. The board also approved a “For a seventh year in a row many quire additional capacity may have chief of staff for the late Rep. Dean resolution to increase funding to residents and small- to medium-sized resulted in a significant number of Gallo and Rep. Rodney $40,000 to represent the county in businesses will see lower or stable bidders choosing not to participate in Frelinghuysen, both Republicans the same case. NEW BUILDING CODES...At the request of the New Jersey State League of electricity prices as a result of New the BGS auction or participate with Municipalities (NJLOM), a meeting was held at NJLOM headquarters in from New Jersey, and more recently Another case, Barbara Eggar ver- Trenton on February 18th to discuss new proposed building codes with several Jersey’s competitive electricity sup- significantly higher prices. Senator Jeff Chiesa, also a Republi- sus Union County, is a class-action executive board members of the New Jersey Building Officials Association ply auction, which was reflective of The board’s approval of the BGS can, in 2013. Michael Merola, found- lawsuit against the county whereby (NJBOA), and any issues that may relate to light weight construction and the relevant market conditions,” said Ri- results covers two separate descend- ing partner, previously worked for 43 employees have alleged the county recent fire at Avalon Bay in Edgewater. Pictured, from left to right, are: Ed chard S. Mroz, president of the New ing clock auctions conducted by former U.S. Senator Robert failed to pay overtime over a three- Purcell, staff attorney, and Michael Darcy, assistant executive director, both with Jersey Board of Public Utilities. NERA Economic Consulting over Torricelli, a Democrat from New year period for employees at Runnels NJLOM; James Zaconie, immediate past president, and Larry Scorzelli, “While the auctions held over the three business days. The auction for Jersey. Specialized Hospital. Runnels was treasurer, both with NJBOA; seated, John Scialla, chairman, NewJersey Depart- course of the Christie Administration Commercial and Industrial Energy Pat Moschetti of New Providence sold in December to a private nursing ment of Community Affairs Building Subcode Committee, and Robert LaCosta, have resulted in benefits for Price (CIEP) service used by large questioned the expenditure, asking home operator. The board approved construction official and president of the NJBOA. ratepayers, the board will continue to commercial and industrial customers what the county was receiving for the increasing funds by $20,000 for out- advocate when appropriate before the began on February 6 and concluded money. side counsel in the case for a total Federal Energy Regulatory Commis- on February 9. The auction for Fixed He said the firm gives information appropriation of $40,000 to date. Groups Push for Funding of sion (FERC) and PJM in an effort to Price (FP) service used primarily by to the county about federal programs, Tina Renna, president of the Union continue to drive down energy prices residential and small to medium sized noting the firm gets this information County Watchdog Association, again and improve the state’s economic commercial customers began on Feb- before the general public and helps questioned the board on recent em- Transportation Trust Fund competitiveness.” ruary 9 and concluded on February the county go after federal grants and ployee raises. She said 117 employ- TRENTON — The Transportation funding sources and not funding pri- Typical residential and business 10. Both auctions secured commit- “opportunities that are beneficial to ees received raises totaling over a Trust Fund, which covers the costs of orities. ratepayers who have not shopped for ments for as much as $7 billion worth our residents and obviously the county half-million dollars over a three- maintenance, repair, and expansion “Restoring solvency to the Trans- electricity service supplied by a third of purchases covering approximately and municipalities.” week period. for New Jersey’s road, bridge and portation Trust Fund will address only party supplier and continue to be 8,400 megawatts (MWs) of customer Among the issues with which County Manager Al Faella said transit infrastructure, will run out of half of the problem; how the state served by default service supplied requirements. the firm has assisted the county is last month that the raises were money July 1, 2015. For years, many spends these funds is the other half,” through Atlantic City Electric (ACE) The energy secured in the FP auc- the Pilgrim Pipeline, a proposed “based on recommendations and groups have highlighted the impact said Veronica Vanterpool, executive and Rockland Electric Company tion will meet one-third of the state’s project consisting of two adjacent evaluations from department heads of an insolvent transportation fund director of the Tri-State Transporta- (RECO) will see further decreases in residential and small business elec- 179-mile pipes which would carry and division heads” while Free- and the burden of debt on the economy tion Campaign. “Reducing the back- prices of 2.97 percent and 3.2 per- tric load requirements for the next unrefined oil via one pipeline from holder Chairman Mohamed Jalloh of the state. log of deficient bridges, improving cent, respectively. Those ratepayers three energy years, starting Monday, Albany, N.Y. to the Bayway Refin- said the raises were “inclusive” of In advance of Governor Chris pavement conditions on roadways, supplied through Jersey Central June 1. The remaining two-thirds of ery, located in Linden. Mr. Reyes the 2-percent cap on salary in- Christie’s budget address last on Feb- and investing in bus, rail, pedestrian Power and Light (JCP&L) will have customer supply requirements for the also said Winning Strategies has creases. ruary 24, groups have come together and bicycle infrastructure must be stable prices with a 0.0 percent 12-month time period beginning June helped get legislators to be part of At the February 19th meeting Mrs. to call on the governor and the State funding priorities for a replenished change. Prices for ratepayers who 1 will be met by electric supply se- the Union County Means Break- Renna responded to Mr. Jalloh that Legislature to find a new, sustainable and revamped TTF.” receive their electricity supply cured in the auctions of 2013 and fast series. “the numbers obtained from public and long-term revenue source dedi- With the governor and the Legisla- through PSE&G will be the excep- 2014. He said the company also “provide us records clearly point out that your cated to the Transportation Trust ture expected to adopt a final funding tion with an increase of 5.1 percent, The state’s four regulated electric access to our legislators on a yearly basis statement was not true.” She said Fund. They say this revenue source solution to identify increased fund- which reflects an increase in trans- distribution companies (EDCs) do when we go and meet with our senators many of the raises ranged from should be adequate to support a more ing for the Transportation Trust Fund mission costs factored into the costs not earn a profit on the cost of the and sit down with them and discuss $6,000 and up. “Something is wrong robust capital program than has been in the coming weeks, the Campaign of electric delivered into that system. electric supply secured in the auc- issues that pertain to Union County and with these raises. Someone in au- enacted over the past 10 years, a says it is imperative that those funds A component of all the prices, tions. These costs are passed through our municipalities.” Mr. Reyes said the thority needs to look at what hap- figure estimated by many to be closer be used to address New Jersey’s most which shows an increase, is the cost directly to ratepayers. firm assists the county with issues on the pened here and how it related to to $3 billion annually; a current pro- pressing transportation needs. The of new transmission facilities. New As of December 2014, approxi- state and national level. your campaigning.” posal would raise $2 billion annually. grioups listed thefollowing funding transmission projects are deemed mately 86 percent of the CIEP load “Without them we literally would “This is unprecedented.... This Currently, spending levels hover at priorities: Focus on “fix-it-first;” necessary by PJM, the regional trans- is being provided through individual have to do a lot of leg work and go isn’t just a one-time half a million $1.6 billion a year. transit expansion projects, especially mission organization (RTO) that co- contracts with third-party suppli- through a lot of hoops when they are added to our tax (base), but this will While this dire situation has drawn cross-Hudson; identify dedicated ordinates the movement of whole- ers. the ones that can provide the infor- be a recurring half-a-million ex- massive attention by policy makers, funding stream for NJ Transit’s oper- mation and guide us through and pense compounded annually,” Mrs. advocacy organizations, trade unions ating needs; investment in freight give us a helpful strategy,” Mr. Reyes Renna said. She said Mr. Faella has and other groups spanning the entire rail; and increase investment in Assembly Advances Bill to said. refused to give her the “written jus- spectrum of interests in the state, projects that support bicycling and In other business, Mr. Moschetti tifications” from department heads most of the dialog has been around walking. said he felt the $160,000 being for the raises. “I haven’t ruled out Protect Assault Victims spent on the Code Blue program filing a lawsuit to gain access to was “a very good, generous offer” them.” Lance Announces 2015 TRENTON – Legislation spon- hibits the alleged offender from hav- and was a “worthwhile thing to sored by Assemblywoman Nancy F. ing any contact or communication, do.” The county works with non- Congressional Art Contest Muñoz (R-21st, Summit) that pro- including personal, written, telephone profit agencies to offer homeless Bramnick to Perform WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. for one year along with art from simi- vides sexual assault victims with pro- or via electronic device, with victims persons shelter in extremely cold Leonard Lance (R-7th) is inviting lar art contests held in congressional tection against their offenders has and their family members, employ- weather. At Stress Factory high school students in the 7th Con- districts across the country. The win- won General Assembly approval. ers, and employees. He also commented on the county WESTFIELD – Assembly Minor- gressional District to participate in ner will have the opportunity to travel The “Sexual Assault Survivor Pro- Under current law, restraining or- spending $600,000 on postage. “Just ity Leader Jon Bramnick (R-21st, the 2015 Congressional Art Contest. to Washington, D.C. and see the art tection Act of 2015” (A-4078), would ders are predominately used for vic- off the top of my head, it sounds like Westfield) will open for comedian Mr. Lance’s contest is free and on display during a special ceremony. allow victims to obtain protection tims of domestic violence. a lot of money,” he said. He asked Rich Vos at the Stress Factory in open to all high school students in All entries must be submitted to without filing criminal charges. In addition, the measure prohibits when the last audit was done on the New Brunswick on Thursday, March grades 9 through 12 who reside in the Mr. Lance’s Flemington or Westfield “Sexual assault is physically and stalking, following or harassing, in- purchase of postage, noting that there 26. 7th Congressional District of New district office no later than Friday, psychologically devastating; and vic- cluding cyber-harassing, the alleged might be “a certain amount of fraud Mr. Bramnick has held the title of Jersey. All artwork must be original April 3. Entries will then be formally tims too often are embarrassed or feel victim. and abuse going on.” the Funniest Lawyer in New Jersey in concept, design and execution. displayed in a public ceremony on they are in some way to blame for the Norman Albert, director of adminis- for 20 years after going undefeated at The Congressional Art Contest Saturday, April 18, at Merck’s attack,” Asw. Muñoz said. “As a re- trative services, said the county’s mail Rascals Comedy Club. began in 1982 to provide an opportu- Kenilworth facility, located at 2000 sult, only a very small percentage of cost is done through the mail room and “It is an election year and I will nity for members of Congress to en- Galloping Hill Road, Kenilworth, N.J. victims file criminal charges. Unless not the individual departments. He said take the night off for a few laughs, I courage and recognize the artistic 07033. they report the crime, they cannot the county spent $529,000 on mailings hope,” Mr. Bramnick said. talents of their young constituents. Students who would like to partici- obtain a restraining order. This leaves in 2014. Mr. Vos has been producer and Since that time more than 650,000 pate should contact Anna Pellecchia their attacker free to harass or assault “A large degree of the mailings is star of Women Aren’t Funny on high school students have been in- in Mr. Lance’s Flemington office for them again.” required. We certainly can look into it Netflix, Last Comic Standing, Com- volved in the competition. The win- further details at (908) 788-6900 or The bill would allow the court to (the cost),” Mr. Albert said, noting that edy Central, and has written for the ning art work will hang in a corridor visit lance.house.gov/services/art- issue a temporary protective order the county monitors county postal costs. Oscars. in the United States Capitol Building competition. regardless of whether the alleged vic- tim has filed criminal charges. It pro- Goods & Services You Need

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PUBLICATION ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ The Westfield Leader The Scotch Plains–Fanwood Letters to the Editor — Established 1890 — Times Since 1959 DD Legal Newspaper for the County of Union, New Jersey Scotch Plains Wants Big Government DDTM and for Westfield, Mountainside, Scotch Plains, Fanwood, Cranford and Garwood Diction Deception Members of: With No Community Input Below are four arcane words, each New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association • Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Why volunteer in a town that has sive salaries, to spend above needed with four definitions – only one is cor- Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association • Fanwood Business & Professional Association no respect for its citizens who volun- caps (look at the county government), rect. The others are made up. Are you sharp enough to discern this deception of Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey teer their time and efforts to make to protect our well being by destroy- this a nice place to live. The govern- ing our credit rating and leading us diction? P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 If you can guess one correctly – good Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 ing body wants only hand-picked down the path to lawsuits and federal guess. If you get two – well-read indi- friends and family members to con- investigations (look at all those north- Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 vidual. If you get three – word expert. If trol our town’s future and little or no ern New Jersey towns where politi- you get all four – You must have a lot of POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at input from the community. In other cians were arrested and Christie made free time! P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 words, Big Government with patron- a name for himself). A good town All words and correct definitions Published every Thursday by Watchung Communications, Inc. age and no community input. needs checks and balances in place come from the board game Diction Look at what’s happening. We are such as independent commissions to Deception. Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Jeff Gruman turning into a county-run town with- protect itself... a bad town needs a Answers to last week’s arcane words. ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER SALES MANAGER out any independence. We don’t need dictator! 1. Patas – The West African red mon- Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo key a party boss system to ruin our town Bob Fox COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION by draining our coffers with exces- 2. Achromasia – Lack of pigment in Lauren S. Barr Ben Corbin Robert P. Connelly Scotch Plains the skin EDUCATION & ARTS SERVICES BUSINESS OPERATIONS 3. Cappadine – Waste silk sheared Let Me Provide A Balance to Mr. from silkworm’s cocoons after the good SUBSCRIPTION PRICE www.goleader.com/subscribe silk has been reeled off 4. Exsiccate – To dry up or evaporate One-year – $33 • Two-year – $62 • Three-year – $90 Schoeman About Lying Public Figures In his letter to the editor about sess and conceal some of the most INCHOATION lying public figures, Mr. Schoeman lethal weapons ever devised.” 1. Shame; humiliation leaves quite a gap between modern “Saddam Hussein is a threat be- 2. Revenge Should Westfield Approve times and World War II. Let me fill in cause he is dealing with al Qaeda.” 3. Renewal or restoration part of the gap with some examples – “We do know, with absolute cer- 4. An early stage or beginning INAURATION and provide some balance. tainty, that Saddam is using his pro- 1. The process of covering with gold Temporary Lights at Kehler? “In spite of the wildly speculative curement system to acquire the equip- 2. The process of extracting gold from and false stories of arms for hostages ment he needs in order to enrich ore In a controversial proposal, the Westfield Board of Also, Recreation Commission Chairman Peter and alleged ransom payments, we uranium to build a nuclear weapon.” 3. The ceremony of Sainthood did not, repeat, did not, trade weap- “I don’t think that [the war in Iraq] 4. The ceremony of crowning or pro- Education is set to vote in early March on whether to Echausse has said temporary lights are not as strong ons or anything else for hostages. damaged our reputation around the claiming an emperor allow portable lights at Kehler Stadium on Rahway as regular lights and therefore will not likely project Nor will we.” world.” YPERITE 1. Topsoil Avenue. The Westfield Soccer Association, which an enormous amount of light. “Intelligence gathered by this and John Robison other governments leaves no doubt 2. A deposit of pebbles, gravel and would pay for the cost of the lights, recently came In our opinion, the school board should restrict Westfield sand in which diamonds are found before the town’s recreation commission seeking to any approval of the lights to only that of a trial basis. that the Irag regime continues to pos- 3. Mustard gas have the lights put in on a trial basis from March This would be an opportunity to weigh negative 4. A translucent quartz of leek-green Is It Too Much to Ask to Clear Curb color through May. impacts on surrounding neighborhoods versus more VARIOLOID The lights would only be used during practices for practice time for the soccer and lacrosse teams. If Cut of Snow at WF Train Station? 1. A mild form of smallpox soccer and lacrosse teams. No games would be down the road the school board were decide to make 2. In botany, furnished with branches I live in Fanwood and I use a wheel- spots and the rest of the lot was in pairs played under the lights. The BOE would have the use the lights a permanent fixture at Kehler, there would chair when I travel. I use NJ Transit to cleared, but all the snow had been 3. An astringent or repellent of the field from dusk until 7 p.m. and the soccer and have to be more discussion and a clear review of any travel into NYC – usually I use the pushed to the front of the parking 4. A scar or ulcer underneath the skin lacrosse associations from 7 p.m. until 9:40 p.m. problems, costs or concerns the surrounding com- train from Westfield to go into NYC spots, completing covering the curb with practices commencing at 9:30 p.m. munity raises during the initial trial period. and then either the train or the bus cut. Letters to back home. Now, having lived with this issue As pointed out by the soccer association to the Temporary lighting equipment really doesn’t do a When everything is right, I have no for most of my life, I’m pretty re- the Editor recreation commission, this would provide a total of very pleasing job for athletic activities. They aren’t issue hopping on or off the train or sourceful and with the help of a pass- 127 hours and five minutes extra playing time for the perfect. Sooner or later, will there be a push for bus. The way things are laid out in the erby was able to get it done but.... is Lance Statement On soccer and lacrosse teams. permanent, expensive lighting? parking lot and the street, with curb it too much to ask that when the lot is Ruling to Block When anyone hears lights at an outdoor athletic But right now, the lights proposed are only to be cuts, etc., I can make it all work. cleared that the curb cut is cleared as The issue I have is that when we well and not used as a holding area Executive Amnesty facility they think of late night games, screaming utilized during practices. Westfield’s fields are busy have snow, sometimes, the snow is for snow? fans and bright lights and jump on opposition wagon and it makes it difficult to schedule practices. So, pushed into the curb cut, effectively This is not the first time I’ve had WESTFIELD — Rep. Leonard known as NIMBY (Not in My Back Yard). Already will portable lighting enable our athletes to have blocking my access. Note I said the issue, just the first time I’m letting Lance (R-7th) has released the fol- we have heard of a petition drive to oppose the lights. more practices as practice makes perfect? “sometimes” – I’ve seen it where you know. Last year one time I needed lowing statement after United States we’ve had a foot of snow and the lot to call the Westfield police because District Judge Andrew S. Hanen is- is plowed and curb cuts are clear. I’ve there were no passersby. The police sued a preliminary injunction block- also seen when we’ve had just a few responded quickly and got me over ing President Obama’s unilateral $85 Billion Problem Can No inches of snow where the lot is clear, the mound of snow but really? overreach on immigration: but curb cuts are blocked. Anyway, thanks for listening. “I strongly support Judge Hanen’s Earlier this week we got a small Hopefully you can get some atten- decision that President Obama ex- amount of snow but the roads were tion to this and maybe resolved going ceeded his authority under the law — Longer Be Swept Under the Rug clear by late afternoon so I drove to forward. an action that the President himself conceded as unlawful as many as 22 The Christie Administration and State Legislature must also come up with a funding solution for the the train to head into NYC. When I Angelo Mongiovi got to the train station the handicap times over the past two years. will have to get serious on fixing the state pension state’s Transportation Trust Fund which currently is Fanwood “I was one of 68 members of Con- system now that a judge has ruled that Governor only bringing in enough money to pay off its debt. gress — and the only member of the Chris Christie must increase funding by $1.57 bil- Finding sufficient revenue and cutting entitle- Why Not Publish Police Blotter for New Jersey congressional delegation lion in the Fiscal Year 2016 budget. ments to fix these two issues will not be easy. — to sign an amicus brief in support Scotch Plains and Fanwood? of a lawsuit brought by a coalition of State employee unions had sued the Governor, Democrats, which control both houses of the Legis- 26 states against the President’s ex- arguing the pension cuts he did the last budget cycle lature, favor an income tax surcharge on million- Today’s issue [last week] of The have any particular relevance to ecutive order on immigration. were unconstitutional. aires which the Governor has opposed. We would Times apparently had no room for Fanwood or Scotch Plains. If it is “As this issue continues to work its police reports from Fanwood or necessary to cut for lack of space, way through the courts, I urge the Both sides reached an agreement in 2011 to fund like to see the priorities listed and ranked so that Scotch Plains, but only from why not cut these and include news employee pensions. But the Governor slashed fund- rational decisions can be made. No more “Hocus President and Democrats to work with Westfield. This is odd since the name that pertains directly to the towns the Republicans in Congress to pass leg- ing for 2014 from $1.7 billion to $700 million and Pocus.” of the paper is The Scotch Plains – paper is named for? islation that secures our border, funds wanted to contribute $681 million rather $2.25 bil- The New Jersey Education Association has agreed Fanwood Times, and if space is lim- David Harris our U.S. Department of Homeland lion this year after state revenues fell well below to work with the Governor whereby the state would ited, one would expect information Fanwood Security and adheres to the rule of from those towns instead of Westfield. law.” what had been anticipated; but has now put $1.3 transfer control of pensions to a trust to be overseen Moreover, the paper found room Publisher’s Response: billion in the FY 2016 budget for pensions. The state, by the NJEA. Would this be a good thing or a scary for criticism of Hillary Clinton (let- Hello David, Our Elected Officials based on the 2011 agreement, should be funding prospect? ter, page 4), a report that the mayor of We’re having problems getting the Newark hired two relatives (page 3), information from Scotch Plains and Every day, our elected leaders make pensions to the tune of $2.9 million for the next fiscal The Governor’s reform plan would require an Fanwood police departments lately choices, which affect everyone. As year based on the 2011 agreement. amendment to the state Constitution to be voted on pending legislation to allow nurse practitioners to determine cause of (as well as a few others). It seems to Governor of New Jersey, I’ve been While trying to fully fund pensions, the Governor in November. death (page 2) and an effort by the do with all the changes in their de- faced with difficult decisions regard- lieutenant governor to curb texting partments. We’re trying to rectify the ing hurricane recovery, taxes, and, while driving (page 3). None of these situation. this week, pension reform. It’s a job I don’t take lightly. Like you, I re- spect a leader who has the fortitude to Westfield Soccer Clarifies Proposal For make the hard choices – especially those who can put what’s best for our Lighting Trial at Kehler Stadium long-term interests ahead of what is The Westfield Soccer Association’s are for weekdays only, not week- politically expedient. (WSA) proposal for a pilot program ends. These hours will be for prac- Our leaders should be focused on asks for temporary lighting to be placed tices only, not games with spectators, creating opportunities for every citi- at Kehler Stadium. The proposal was buzzers and whistles. zen to succeed. It’s time to make made to the Board of Education (BOE) The units will run for 60 to 70 tough choices and encourage leaders facilities committee on February 12th hours before refueling. The units will across the country to tackle big issues and the facilities committee invited be taken off the premises for refuel- like pension reform and benefit re- the WSA to make the proposal to the ing probably needed just once during form to get back on the right track to full BOE and the public on February the pilot. The fuel tank is incorpo- create a growing national economy. 17th. That said, the facts reported last rated into the generator housing with We can do better. Thursday in The Leader were inaccu- locked access. Governor Chris Christie rate as to duration of the pilot and the The units will be turned on at dusk New Jersey hours of use by both the Westfield by WHS staff and turned off at 9:40 High School (WHS) and the youth p.m. by WSA staff with a WSA board BRR... programs involved. member present at each training ses- The WSA proposes to put four sion. (Labor chart to be provided prior CAN’T WAIT TIL Wanco temporary light generators at to the pilot inception). All costs asso- Kehler to be used from dusk till 9:30 ciated for the rental, insurance, and WE GET BACK TO p.m. on weekdays only for practice fuel will be provided by the WSA and GLOBAL WARMING only; 3 to 7 p.m. for the high school Lax youth programs. There will be no teams and 7 to 9:30 p.m. for youth direct costs borne by the BOE. The soccer or lacrosse (Lax). Lights off at only indirect cost will be some addi- 9:40 to allow for safe egress from the tional minimal wear and tear on the field area. The trial period will run turf field, which will come in part from early March till mid May. These from school use and in part from town are the key points not reported cor- program use. The BOE will have to rectly. I have included below the bul- accept this normal wear and tear as a let points as presented to the BOE consequence of additional field us- and the public at the meeting Febru- age, which is a desired goal. The sports ary 17, 2015. associations have, in the past, contrib- The Wanco units generate noise uted to the cost of turf at Kehler. The levels at 71db at 23 feet, the equiva- pilot is not conditioned on future fund- lent of standing next to a vacuum ing of replacement turf. Operating State LD-21 State LD-22 7th Congressional District cleaner – Decibel chart shows com- keys to be held by WHS staff and Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Representative Leonard Lance (R) 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. 425 North Avenue E., Westfield, NJ 07090 parative sounds at 71 db (decibel returned to lock box each evening. Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 (908) 518-7733 levels drop 6db for every added 23 Tutorial on unit operation to be (908) 232-3673 (908) 587-0404 [Westfield, Mountainside, Garwood, Summit and Cranford feet of distance.) In our placement provided by equipment supplier. Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asw. Linda Stender (D) are in the 7th Congressional District] configuration, the unit’s noise level Duration of pilot March through May 251 North Ave. West 1801 East Second St. would be equivalent to human con- 15th — The Westfield Recreation Dept. 12th Congressional District Westfield, N.J. 07090 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 versation with just the unit on the issues permits to all recognized user Union County Freeholders (908) 232-2073 (908) 668-1900 Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D) northwest corner, the other units groups and works in conjunction with 850 Bear Tavern Road, Suite 201, Ewing, NJ 08628 Elizabeth, New Jersey Asm. Nancy Munoz (R) Asm. Jerry Green (D) would be hundreds of feet away from the athletic office at WHS. (908) 527-4200 57 Union Place, Suite 310 17 Watchung Ave. (609) 883-0026 [Fanwood, Plainfield and most of Scotch Plains the property line. The generators are Neither the rec. dept. nor WHS will Al Faella, Mgr. [email protected] Summit, N.J. 07901 Plainfield, N.J. 07060 Mohamed Jalloh, chair (908) 918-0414 (908) 561-5757 are in the 12th Congressional District] not without sound, they are, how- issue permits to any user other than ever, efficient and should not create WSA/LAX during this pilot. [email protected] LD-21 includes Westfield, LD-22 includes Scotch Plains, [email protected], [email protected] Sebastian D’Elia, Public Info. Mountainside, Garwood, Fanwood, Plainfield, Clark and [email protected], [email protected] noise pollution. (www.osha.gov). An Peter Franks (908) 527-4419 Summit and Cranford. Linden. [email protected], [email protected] added note, these night time hours WSA Board Trustee, Westfield [email protected] A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 26, 2015 Page 5 George Washington, Where Are You? Letters to the Editor Your Country Needs You Again Your editorial about President “Of all the dispositions and habits Last Time Lights at Kehler Were George Washington is excellent. which lead to political stability, reli- In Pig Trough, Hiring There is much to admire about him! gion and morality are indispensable Proposed, BOE Was Trounced He did not relish power, was not a supports.” “…it is essential that pub- I was shocked to see a proposal guarantee that the cars dropping off Cronies Takes Many Forms career politician, and was reluctant to lic opinion should be enlightened.” which seems to have the blessing of and picking up children will be silent By Sal Caruana be President! He resigned command “…cherish public credit…to use it the Board of Education to erect lights and unobtrusive. While listening to Former Westfield Councilman of the Continental Army. He served as sparingly as possible…not at Kehler Stadium to allow use from these promises, please remember how two terms as President, though he ungenerously throwing upon poster- 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Do those propos- truthful and candid these proponents In 2014, 23 cents of every dollar and that no one with actual town could have served for life given his ity the burden which we ourselves ing this have any memory of the vote of lighting were the last time they paid in real estate taxes by Westfield administrator experience applied for enormous popularity! ought to bear.” a few years ago which roundly trashed tried to dupe us. homeowners went to Union County, the job. As bad as that smells, the He wanted the planned presiden- The conclusion to his address is a the duplicitous proposal of Ms. Do you really believe that the where under one-party rule the Free- stench from the new conflict of inter- tial residence to be called “The White masterpiece in humility! “I am nev- Mamory and the Board to light the present limitations being promised holder Board runs a bloated annual est is even worse. House” and not “The Presidential ertheless too sensible of my defects fields and erect seating? Did they all will last more than 10 minutes after budget of half a billion dollars as if it At the county level of government Palace.” Refreshing! not to think it probable that I may forget the reaction of those who lived the first lights are lit? were their personal political fiefdom. there are times when the Freeholder He was relieved the Senate de- have committed many errors”! He in the area? Do you really believe that teams Last week The Westfield Leader pub- Board must consider taking an action cided to call him “Mr. President” and hoped that “the fault of incompetent It would be interesting to know can practice without loud voices? lished an excellent commentary on that will have an adversarial impact not “His Majesty the President,” “His abilities will be consigned to how long this proposal has been These are children. Since when are one of their pig troughs, the Union on an individual town. As Freeholder, Illustrious and Excellent President” oblivion”. worked on before it became public. they quiet while playing? County Improvement Authority will Mr. Mirabella recuse himself or “His Highness, the President of the Most refreshing! For a member of the board to admit May I suggest that the board has (UCIA). The UCIA is an open secret: from every issue that involves the United States.” Refreshing! Congressman Henry Lee gave the he had already looked into solar light- again decided it wants lighted fields, a county agency where under-quali- Town Of Scotch Plains? Well, all He thought it was undignified for eulogy for George Washington. “First ing shows this has been “quietly” has worked hand-in-glove with its fied cronies are hired in executive county-wide business also impacts the President to shake hands and no in war - first in peace - first in the discussed for some time. strawmen to have the facade that the positions at taxpayer expense. his town, in addition any issues that one dared to slap him on the back! hearts of his countrymen…pious, just, It would also be interesting to see board is being asked, “out of the In Union County hiring other of- may be specific to Scotch Plains. Refreshing! humane, temperate, and sincere; uni- where the vocal proponents live in blue,” for just a little leeway to light fice holders and cronies (friends, fam- The better question is: what county His State of the Union Addresses form, dignified, and commanding, relation to the field. Has anyone from just one little field for quiet practice. ily, supporters and donors) or award- business is there that Mirabella can were shorter than most others. his example was as edifying to all the board taken a poll of the neigh- If the board were deferential to the ing them government contracts can actually vote on that is conflict free? His military knowledge and skill around him as were the effects of that bors? voters, it would have told the first take many forms, but two recent ones As we all know, “no man cannot served the country well. He is the example everlasting…virtue always I live on Carleton (Place) and can proponent to forget about lighting actually take something else — they serve two masters” and a county Free- only President who as President per- felt his fostering hand…Such was hear the public address system and and night games. It would have re- take the cake. As reported by the holder who now has a fiduciary duty sonally led troops into battle! He the man America has lost - such was the cheering, (not to mention the ferred the proponent to the trouncing Leader, Linda Stender, a former to an individual town cannot fairly, commanded 13,000 militia, success- the man for whom the nation mourns.” music) when I’m in my house. I have the board took the last time it sug- county freeholder, ex-Fanwood equally and effectively serve the other fully ending the Whiskey Rebellion. George Washington, where are you no doubt there will be heavy prom- gested this and it should have re- mayor and current state assembly- 500,000 residents of Union County President Washington in his fare- now that your country needs you ises that all the children will be mute, membered that it would be far better woman (at a salary of $49,000) was who live outside his town, as he was well address (a letter to the American once again? recently hired by a unanimous Free- that the generators will purr like kit- for the board not to remind the public duly elected to do. Mr. Mirabella people) stated, “It is our true policy to Stephen Schoeman tens and will emit only attar of roses of the duplicity of which it was found holder vote as “deputy director and should rethink and resign his Free- steer clear of permanent alliance with Westfield and that the lights will magically illu- guilty the last time around. project manager” of the UCIA at a holder position before the New Jer- any portion of the foreign world.” salary of $90,000. It is hard to be- sey State Ethics Commission pays “I hold the maxim no less appli- minate only the field, not the sur- A. John Blake GOP and Dem rounding property. They will also lieve this hire was an “arms-length” him a visit. And why not? No doubt cable to public than to private affairs, Westfield transaction. It is hard to believe that his generous friends on the Demo- that honesty is always the best policy.” Differences Obvious at no one with extensive project man- cratic Scotch Plains Town Council President Washington called for agement experience in the public or will be glad to make up a chunk of his “the unity of government…for it is a Budget Address private sector, and thus more quali- lost $30,000 Freeholder salary in a main pillar in the edifice of your real TRENTON - Deputy Assembly Re- fied, applied for the job. And it is pay raise next year. That’s what independence, the support of your publican Leader Anthony Bucco, R- worrisome to see that for full-time cronies do for cronies, and with your tranquility at home, your peace Morris and Somerset, who is a mem- pay, our Freeholders did not hesitate tax dollars, in the Union County abroad; of your safety; of your pros- ber of the Assembly Budget Com- to hire a crony who already has, and Democratic cesspool. perity; of that liberty you so highly mittee, issued the following state- will continue to hold, another de- prize.” ment after Gov. Christie delivered his manding government job. The fact is NJFMBA President The Constitution “is sacredly budget address before a joint session in Union County a second and higher obligatory upon all.” Avoid “the ne- of the Legislature: paying job is the ultimate crony pay- Eddie Donnelly cessity of…overgrown military es- “One doesn’t have to look any fur- back; it often comes near the end of a RAHWAY — “Yesterday (Monday) tablishments.” He warned against ther than today’s budget address to government employee’s career to the court ordered Governor Christie to “the baneful effects of the spirit of realize the differences between Re- boost their three-year income aver- pay his bills but instead he is asking party generally.” He called for publicans and Democrats. When age upon which a public pension is firefighters, teachers, social workers; all “avoiding in the exercise of the pow- Governor Christie said ‘no new taxes’ based. And guess who is paying that those that make our state work to balance ers of one department to encroach in his address, not one member of the inflated bill? his checkbook. Governor, pay your bills! upon another.” Democratic Party stood in support.” The other recent crony hiring was “The NJEA leadership should be even more audacious, and that was ashamed of allowing Governor Christie to slash the terms of retirement their current Democratic Freeholder Al members’ have earned. We cannot allow Mirabella as the new town manager the rules impacting people’s lives to Westfield Pediatric of Scotch Plains. As noted by resi- change midstream, once again. Standing dent Albert Muller in a letter-to-the shoulder to shoulder with my members, I editor last week, Mirabella was hired will not allow that. WE will not allow Dental Group HAPPY WASHINGTON’S BIRTHDAY...Bill Sanders, formerly of Mountainside by the Town Council without any that.” and director of Portraits of Patriots, made a George Washington Portrait town manager experience at a salary “We have seen the results of Christie’s presentation to The Garrison School in Garrison, N.Y. next to West Point. It was previous ‘reforms’, increased obligations a joint gift and presentation by Friends of the American Revolution at West Point, of $145,000, which was $25,000 Celebrates Children’s more than the previous manager. Add to our members, while New Jersey tax- Inc. and the Portraits of Patriots Project. Pictured, from left to right, are: Mr. payers’ burden continues to be even Sanders, Craig Watters, FAR , and Betsey Blakeslee, Ph.D, president, Friends of in his current Freeholder salary of greater. Instead of more deceptive Dental Health Month the American Revolution at West Point, Inc. $30,000 and at $175,000 Mr. backroom deals, now is the time for us to Mirabella is now in pension-padding stand together to bring about meaningful Lance: Obama Vetoes Bipartisanship hog heaven. Once again, it is hard to changes that save our pension system believe this hire was at arm’s-length, without further burdening taxpayers.” Re Keystone Pipeline Project WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. without fanfare, shows that the Obama MARCH 2015 EVENTS AT THE WESTFIELD MEMORIAL LIBRARY Leonard Lance (R-7th) on Tuesday Administration has not yet engaged 550 East Broad Street, Westfield 908.789.4090 www.wmlnj.org released the following statement in in bipartisan cooperation with the Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:30 am - 9:00 pm response to the President’s veto of new Congress. 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 Phone: 908.232.3875 www.jameswardmansion.com www.superiorinteriorsofnj.com Page 6 Thursday, February 26, 2015 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Hugh Gleason, 70, Earned Bronze Star; Dorothy Foulds Mayo, Was Active In Enjoyed Boating, Fishing at N.J. Shore – Obituaries – Music and Choir Groups, WCP, DAR Hugh Gleason, 70, of Westfield He is survived by his best friend Elly E. Risch, 89, Active Volunteer; Dorothy Foulds Mayo of lotte Chapter and the Fuller Society. and Point Pleasant Borough, died on and wife of 45 years, June (Morriello); Matthews, N.C. died on Thursday, She is survived by her daughter, Thursday, February 19, 2015, of a his daughter, Colleen Dupuis (An- Had Worked as Translator/Secretary February 19, 2015. Pamela M. Brownlee-Cooper (Fritz sudden illness at Overlook Medical drew); his sister, Geraldine Turinchak Born June 24, 1917 in Passaic, N.J., A. Cooper) of Charlotte, N.C.; grand- Center in Summit with his family by (Michael), and his grandchildren, Elly E. Risch, 89, born Elfriede heart. In Austria, Elly developed a Mrs. Mayo was the daughter of the sons, Andrew T. Groh of Detroit, his side. Riley and Cooper Dupuis. Nitsch, passed away on Friday, Feb- great appreciation for the Alps, where late Raymond Thomas Foulds and Mich. and Andrew J.H. Liebchen Born in Orange, N.J., he had lived A Funeral Mass was offered on ruary 20, in North Wales, Pa. Mrs. she enjoyed hiking. Her passion for Florence Magee Foulds. Following (Chelsea DeSantis) of Mountain in Maplewood before moving to Monday, February 23, at Saint Risch was born in Krakow, Poland hiking was rekindled later in life when graduation from Passaic High School, View, Calif.; granddaughter, Marga- Westfield in 1974. Helen’s Roman Catholic Church in and grew up in Europe during the she and Grant bought a lake house in she furthered her education at Cente- ret E. F. Brownlee of Charlotte, and Hugh was a graduate of St. Patrick’s Westfield. Interment with military tumultuous times surrounding World the Adirondack Mountains, where they nary College and Syracuse Univer- step-grandchildren, Quentin A. Coo- High School and a veteran of the Viet- honors followed at Fairview Cem- War II. She was an only child and as spent many happy summers together. sity, from which she graduated magna per and Faith A. Cooper of Charlotte, nam War, having served in the U.S. etery in Westfield. In lieu of flowers, a teenager, her family es- Despite all the challenges cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts as well as many nieces and nephews. Army, where he was a recipient of the donations may be made to Saint caped Poland to avoid life brought Elly, she al- degree and was then employed by the In addition to her parents, she was Bronze Star. He enjoyed a 35-year Helen’s Helping Hands or to The Nazi occupation and ways kept her keen sense Bamberger Corporation. predeceased by her husband, Erskine career as owner of a Snap On Tools Pride Program of Florham Park. moved to Vienna, Austria. of humor and pleasant Among her numerous contribu- B. Mayo, Jr.; her brothers, Raymond franchise before retiring in 2008. Arrangements were by Memorial There they found shelter outlook, which made it a tions, Mrs. Mayo was active in the T. Foulds, Jr. and William R. Foulds; His love of the warm weather and Funeral Home, 155 South Avenue, with other family mem- special joy to be with her. Community Concert Association of her daughter, Ann Elizabeth M. Groh, the outdoors led him to spend most of Fanwood. For additional information bers and Elly became an She recently moved with Westfield, N.J., the Musical Club of and her son, Jonathan E. Mayo. his summers at the Jersey Shore, or to sign the guestbook, visit Austrian citizen. Times Grant to Pennsylvania, Westfield, the Westfield Community A memorial service and interment where he shared his passion for wa- fanwoodmemorial.com. were not easy in post-war near their son, Victor. Players and the State Opera of New will be held at a later date in ter, boating and fishing with his fam- February 26, 2015 Vienna, which was di- She is survived by her Jersey. She was a member of The Westfield, N.J. ily and friends. vided into four sections, four sons and eight grand- Presbyterian Church in Westfield, In lieu of flowers, the family re- each run by different children, son Victor and N.J., where she sang in the Chancel quests that donations be made to the Gladys Marie Essex, 95, Had Owned World War II allies. wife Mary Jane, their Choir; member of the River Hills Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer In Vienna, Elly worked Elly E. Risch children, Laura (fiancé Community Church in Lake Wylie, Center, New York, N.Y. Florida Fruit Shoppe In Fanwood as a translator/secretary at Matt Vitale), Grant and S.C., where she sang in the choir; Condolences may be offered at a construction equipment distributor Gladys Marie Essex, 95, of Scotch sons, Timothy, Daniel and Andrew. wife Kathryn, and Martin; son Robert member of River Hills Country Club; www.HarryandBryantFuneralHome.com. using her command of six languages – February 26, 2015 Plains went to be with the Lord on Visitation will be held tomorrow, and wife Patricia, their children, member of the Daughters of the German, Polish, Russian, English, Lillian, Peter (wife Sara and expected American Revolution, Battle of Char- Saturday, February 21, 2015. Friday, February 27, from 5 to 8 p.m., French and Czech. She later added Born in Windsor, Ontario, Canada, at Memorial Funeral Home, 155 child) and Jesse; son John and wife Turkish to her impressive list of lan- Barbara West, and son Thomas and she was a longtime resident of Scotch South Avenue, Fanwood. guages. While working there she met Louise Scherzo, 88, Westfield Resident; Plains. A memorial service will take place wife Catherine and their children, her future husband, Grant, to whom Emily Weiss and Hannah Weiss. She As a young woman, Mrs. Essex on Saturday, February 28, at 11:30 she remained married for 63 years Was Member of Holy Trinity Seniors worked as a supervisor in the payroll a.m., at the Terrill Road Bible Chapel, is predeceased by her husband, Grant; until his recent passing. They raised her father, Viktor Nitsch, and her Louise “Lou Lou” Scherzo (née and the late Pete DiFonzo. Louise department at the Ford Motor Co. in 535 Terrill Road, Fanwood. In lieu of four sons, each born in a different Windsor, Canada. Later in life, she flowers, donations may be made to mother, Leopoldine Sermiak. DiFonzo), 88, of Westfield passed also will be deeply missed by her country, while Grant often traveled to Relatives and friends are invited to away peacefully on Friday, February four grandchildren, Krista, Kyley, and her husband, Walter, owned and www.greenwoodhills.net; Green- surrounding countries and overseas operated the Florida Fruit Shoppe in wood Hills Bible Camp, 7062 Lin- attend Elly’s Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. 20, 2015. Paul Jr. and Jenna. during his career with Ingersoll-Rand. on Monday, March 2, at Mary Mother Louise was a homemaker who re- Funeral services were held yester- Fanwood. coln Way East, Fayetteville, Pa. She exhibited remarkable resilience A devoted Christian, she was a 17222. For additional information or of the Redeemer Catholic Church, sided in Westfield her entire life and day, Wednesday, February 25, at the while taking care of her four boys in 1325 Upper State Road, North Wales, was a member of the Holy Trinity Dooley Colonial Home, 556 Westfield longtime member of the Terrill Road to sign the guestbook, visit countries throughout Europe and the Bible Chapel. fanwoodmemorial.com. Pa., where her viewing will begin at Seniors. Avenue, Westfield. Entombment fol- February 26, 2015 Middle East. She was often faced with 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow at She was the beloved wife of 64 lowed at Saint Gertrude Cemetery in She is survived by her husband of 58 making difficult family decisions by years, Walter; her sons, David (and his St. John Neumann Cemetery, years to James V. Scherzo. She was Colonia. herself in the days when lack of avail- Chalfont, Pa., followed by a family the devoted mother of Marie Rizkalla Memorial contributions to the wife, Renee) and Stephen; her sister, Deutscher Club able communications made it impos- Kathleen Erlandson, and her grand- gathering. In lieu of flowers, dona- and her husband, Paul, and Arlene Westfield Rescue Squad would be Posts Blood Drive sible to reach Grant. The family even- tions in her memory may be made to McDevitt and her husband, Mike, appreciated. tually settled in Westfield, N.J. and the National Audubon Society, and the loving sister of Sam DiFonzo, February 26, 2015 AARP Offers Trip CLARK — The Deutscher Club, she and Grant remained in New Jersey www.audubon.org. Angelina Migliozzi, Gilda Battaglia To Casino March 5 located at 787 Featherbed Lane, for many years. Elly was active in Arrangements are by Scanlin Fu- Clark, has scheduled its next blood volunteer organizations such as Meals neral Home of Chalfont, Pa. To send AREA — The Rahway AARP will drive for Saturday, March 21, from 8 on Wheels and was well-respected in Harlan M. Smith, 93, Research Chemist; hold a trip to Atlantic City’s Resorts condolences to the family, please visit a.m. to 2 p.m. The ALYX system for her community. Although Elly be- the funeral home website, Casino on Thursday, March 5. The collection will again be available. came an American citizen, she always Active In Church Choir and Glee Club cost is $25 and participants will re- www.scanlinfuneralhome.com. Donations will take place inside considered herself to be Austrian at February 26, 2015 ceive a $25 voucher. The departure the club’s ballroom and will support Harlan Millard Smith, 93, passed American Chemical Society, the time is 8:30 a.m., with participants local hospitals. A free continental away on Sunday, February 22, 2015, Westfield Glee Club and the English returning home at 6:30 p.m. Inter- breakfast or a light lunch, consisting at his home in Fanwood. Born in Speaking Union. ested persons are asked to call Irene of bratwurst, potato salad, sauerkraut Book Discussion at Library Iowa, he had lived in Roselle before He was predeceased by his wife, at (732) 499-7740. and beverage, will be offered to all moving to Fanwood in 1954. Nancy Sinclair Smith, who died in donors. Harlan graduated with a Bachelor 2005. He is survived by his three SHERIFF’S SALE To Spotlight Harper Lee of Arts in Chemistry from Carroll sons, Harlan II, Gregory and Donald, SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-15000342 SHERIFF’S SALE University in 1942, before serving as well as his three granddaughters. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY CHANCERY DIVISION SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-15000103 WESTFIELD — The Westfield games, going fishing and sharing as a captain with the U.S. Air Force He also is survived by his brother, UNION COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY from 1943 to 1945, earning a Bronze Stephen Smith, and his sister, Jean DOCKET NO. F-031399-13 CHANCERY DIVISION Memorial Library has announced that meals with Alice, Nelle (Harper is Plaintiff: RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE LOAN UNION COUNTY Star. He then graduated with a Ph.D. Rowland. TRUST 2013-TT2, BY U.S. BANK NATIONAL DOCKET NO. F-030950-12 the book club will discuss “The Mock- her middle name) and their friends. ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CA- Plaintiff: BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, ingbird Next Door” by Marja Mills When the Lees expressed their hope in Physical Chemistry from the Uni- A memorial service will be held at PACITY, BUT SOLELY AS LEGAL TITLE A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY versity of Chicago. Harlan worked St. Paul’s Church in Westfield at a TRUSTEE, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS VS. on Wednesday, April 8, at 7 p.m. The that Ms. Mills would record their VS. Defendant: 354 NORTH GARWOOD ASSOC., as a research chemist with Exxon later date. Arrangements are by Me- Defendant: HOWARD F. BELL; JEAN MARIE LLC; GIUSEPPE AMATO A/K/A JOSEPH library is located at 550 East Broad reminiscences and “set the record JACKSON-BELL; STATE OF NEW JERSEY; AMATO, INDIVIDUALLY; WACHOVIA BANK Street. straight,” she rented the house next Research and Development in Lin- morial Funeral Home in Fanwood. BENEFICIAL NEW JERSEY INC D/B/A BEN- NATIONAL ASSOCIATION N/K/A WELLS den and New York City, and as a For additional information or to ex- EFICIAL MORTGAGE CO. FARGO BANK, NA., GARWOOD KITCHENS & “The Mockingbird Next Door” door and wrote a biographical mem- Sale Date: 03/11/2015 BATHS AND STATE OF NEW JERSEY senior research associate in Florham press condolences, visit Writ of Execution: 12/02/2014 Sale Date: 03/04/2015 chronicles the true story of Chicago oir that illuminated the Lee women By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Writ of Execution: 12/04/2013 Tribune reporter Marja Mills and within their modest, slow-paced Park, retiring in 1985. www.fanwoodmemorial.com. to me directed I shall expose for sale by public By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution He was a past member and Senior February 26, 2015 vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- to me directed I shall expose for sale by public Harper Lee, author of “To Kill a world. TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- Warden of the Grace Episcopal TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- Mockingbird.” After its enormous Copies of the book are available at WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on success, Ms. Lee withdrew from the the library. Interested Westfield Me- Church in Plainfield, where he also Sierra Club to Show said day. All successful bidders must have 20% WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of served on the vestry and was a mem- of their bid available in cash or certified check at said day. All successful bidders must have 20% relentless vortex of fame and never morial Library and MURAL the conclusion of the sales. of their bid available in cash or certified check at ber of the choir. He also was a mem- Film About Activism The judgment amount is: ***Four Hundred the conclusion of the sales. published another book. cardholders may ask for one at the Sixty-Five Thousand Five Hundred Forty-Eight The judgment amount is: ***Eight Hundred But when “To Kill a Mockingbird” library’s Circulation Desk. MURAL ber of the church choir at St. Paul’s AREA — The Sierra Club and 44/100*** $465,548.44. Fifty-Nine Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-Nine Episcopal Church in Westfield, the PROPERTY TO BE SOLD IS LOCATED IN: and 01/100*** $859,239.01. was chosen for “One Book, One Chi- cardholders belong to libraries that Loantaka Group will screen the 2012 Borough of Fanwood, County of Union, in the Property to be sold is located in: Borough of State of New Jersey. Garwood, County of Union, in State of New cago” in 2001, Ms. Mills traveled to are part of the Middlesex Union Re- film A Fierce Green Fire: The Battle PREMISES COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1 Jersey. ciprocal Agreement Libraries. For par- for a Living Planet at the club’s meet- Pandick Court, Fanwood, New Jersey 07023. Premises Commonly Known As: 354 North Ms. Lee’s Alabama hometown, cer- Ms. Seufert to Exhibit TAX LOT #26 BLOCK #102 Avenue, Garwood, New Jersey 07027. tain that she would never get any- ticipating libraries, visit wmlnj.org. ing on Wednesday, March 11, from APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS: 76 feet x 105 Tax Lot # 26, Block # 111 feet. Approximate Dimensions: 50 feet x 150 feet. where near the author. Instead, Ms. Books for future discussions in- Digital Montages 7:30 to 9 p.m. Free and open to the NEAREST CROSS STREET: n/a Nearest Cross Street: Walnut Street. public, the meeting will take place at *Also subject to subsequent taxes, water and * Also subject to subsequent taxes, water and Mills found herself living a literary clude “The Invention of Wings” by ROSELLE PARK — Roselle Park sewer plus interest through date of payoff. sewer plus interest through date of payoff. fairy tale, as Alice, Harper’s older Sue Monk Kidd on Wednesday, Sep- resident Leona M. Seufert will ex- the Library of the Chathams, located Total Upset: ***Four Hundred Seventy-Nine Total Upset: ***Eight Hundred Ninety-Seven Thousand Eight Hundred Forty-Five and 10/100 Thousand Two Hundred Twenty-Six and 79/ sister by 15 years, and still working tember 9, and “All the Light We Can- hibit her digital montages in at 214 Main Street, Chatham. *** $479,845.10 together with lawful interest and 100*** $897,226.79 together with lawful interest The film features reports from past costs. and costs. as an attorney in her 90s, ushered Ms. not See” by Anthony Doerr on “Soulscapes – A 10 Year Retrospec- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Mills into their book-filled home. Wednesday, December 2. Both dis- tive” at the Art and Soul Galleries in years of environmental activism, in- tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and expenses, there remains any surplus money, the expenses, there remains any surplus money, the Soon Ms. Mills, much to her aston- cussions will take place at 7 p.m. Roselle Park. The exhibit will run cluding footage of Greenpeace pro- money will be deposited into the Superior Court money will be deposited into the Superior Court testers in speedboats interfering with Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, ishment, was watching football The book club is free and open to through Friday, March 13, 2015. A or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to the public. For more information, reception to meet the artist will be whaling and seal-hunting vessels. Eric Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature and extent of that person’s claim and asking for and extent of that person’s claim and asking for SHERIFF’S SALE visit wmlnj.org and click on the this Saturday, February 28, from 2 to Hausker, Loantaka co-chairman, will an order directing payment of the surplus money. an order directing payment of the surplus money. lead a discussion afterwards. The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-15000492 Online Calendar, or call (908) 789- 4 p.m. Art and Soul Galleries is lo- will have information regarding the surplus, if will have information regarding the surplus, if SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY 4090, option 0. cated at 128 Chestnut Street. For For more information, call (908) any. any. CHANCERY DIVISION There is a full legal description on file in the There is a full legal description on file in the UNION COUNTY hours, call (908) 245-5900. 233-2414, go to Union County Sheriff’s Office. Union County Sheriff’s Office. DOCKET NO. F-016584-14 SHERIFF’S SALE newjersey.sierraclub.org/loantaka or The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this Plaintiff: WEICHERT FINANCIAL SERVICES sale for any length of time without further adver- sale for any length of time without further adver- VS. SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-15000379 SHERIFF’S SALE e-mail [email protected]. tisement. tisement. Defendant: YVONNE J. ROSE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Joseph Cryan Joseph Cryan Sale Date: 03/25/2015 CHANCERY DIVISION SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-15000417 Sheriff Sheriff Writ of Execution: 10/29/2014 UNION COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY SHERIFF’S SALE Attorney: Attorney: By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution DOCKET NO. F-009769-14 CHANCERY DIVISION PARKER MC CAY PARKER MC CAY to me directed I shall expose for sale by public Plaintiff: HUDSON CITY SAVINGS BANK UNION COUNTY SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-15000500 PO BOX 5054 PO BOX 5054 vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- VS. DOCKET NO. F-7092-13 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY 9000 MIDATLANTIC DRIVE 9000 MIDATLANTIC DRIVE TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- Defendant: ANDRE WIGGINS; SHEILA Plaintiff: DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL CHANCERY DIVISION SUITE 300 SUITE 300 TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WIGGINS; BANK OF AMERICA, NA TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR WAMU UNION COUNTY MOUNT LAUREL, NEW JERSEY 08054 MOUNT LAUREL, NEW JERSEY 08054 WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of Sale Date: 03/18/2015 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATE DOCKET NO. F-12932-13 (856) 596-8900 (856) 596-8900 said day. All successful bidders must have 20% Writ of Execution: 09/15/2014 SERIES 2004-AR10 Plaintiff: FIRST HORIZON HOME LOANS A 4 T - 02/12, 02/19, 02/26 4 T - 02/05, 02/12, 02/19 of their bid available in cash or certified check at By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution VS. DIVISION OF FIRST TENNESSEE BANK NA- & 03/05/15 Fee: $179.52 & 02/26/15 Fee: $175.44 the conclusion of the sales. to me directed I shall expose for sale by public Defendant: TIMOTHY I. SCHETELICH; TIONAL ASSOCIATION The judgment amount is: ***Three Hun- vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- LAURA E. SCHETELICH, HUSBAND AND WIFE; VS. TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- BANK OF AMERICA, N.A.; UNITED STATES Defendant: KARA SCHWERDTFEGE, BER- dred Thirty-Three Thousand Three Hun- TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on OF AMERICA; THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY NARD M. SCHWERDTFEGE, WIFE AND HUS- dred Seventy-Five and 68/100*** WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of Sale Date: 03/18/2015 BAND $333,375.68. said day. All successful bidders must have 20% Writ of Execution: 09/23/2014 Sale Date: 03/25/2015 of their bid available in cash or certified check at By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Writ of Execution: 12/05/2014 The property to be sold is located in the the conclusion of the sales. to me directed I shall expose for sale by public By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Gray Funeral Homes BOROUGH OF FANWOOD, County of The judgment amount is: ***Seven Hundred vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- to me directed I shall expose for sale by public Union and State of New Jersey. Forty-Three Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-Nine TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- and 91/100*** $743,859.91. TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- It is commonly known as 4 CECILIA The property to be sold is located in: WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on Since 1897 PLACE, FANWOOD BOROUGH, NEW The Township of Scotch Plains, County of said day. All successful bidders must have 20% WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of JERSEY 07023 Union, State of New Jersey. of their bid available in cash or certified check at said day. All successful bidders must have 20% Commonly known as: 812 Cleveland Avenue, the conclusion of the sales. of their bid available in cash or certified check at It is known and designated as Block 3, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076-2022 The judgment amount is: ***Five Hundred the conclusion of the sales. Lot 5. Tax Lot No 5.02 in Block 6303 Thirty-Five Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety-Two The judgment amount is: ***Four Hundred The dimensions are approximately 71 Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 90 x 62 and 07/100*** $535,892.07. Seventy-Two Thousand Sixty-Eight and 70/ Nearest Cross Street: Smith Street The property to be sold is located in the TOWN- 100*** $472,068.70. feet wide by 125 feet long. Subject to any open taxes, water/sewer, mu- SHIP of SCOTCH PLAINS, County of UNION The property to be sold is located in the TOWN- Nearest cross street: Midway Avenue. nicipal or tax liens that may be due. and State of New Jersey. SHIP of SCOTCH PLAINS, County of UNION Prior lien(s): NONE Subject to Tax and prior lien info: Taxes/ Commonly known as: 2426 HILL ROAD, and State of New Jersey. sewer/water may be delinquent- you must check SCOTCH PLAINS, NEW JERSEY 07076. Commonly known as: 2335 CAROL PLACE, *Subject to any unpaid taxes, municipal with the tax collector for exact amounts due. Tax Lot No. 4 in Block No. 7703 SCOTCH PLAINS, NEW JERSEY 07076. liens or other charges, and any such taxes, Subject to Prior Mortgages and Judgments (if Dimension of Lot Approximately: 000.233 AC Tax Lot No. 14 in Block No. 3402. charges, liens, insurance premiums or any): None Nearest Cross Street: MARLBORO ROAD. Dimension of Lot Approximately: 83 X 108. Total Upset: ***Seven Hundred Seventy-Six BEGINNING at a point in the southeasterly Nearest Cross Street: CEDAR STREET. other advances made by plaintiff prior to Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-One and 13/100*** line of Hill Road, distant therein northeasteñy BEGINNING at a point on the northwesterly this sale. All interested parties are to con- $776,681.13 together with lawful interest and 264.60 feet from a concrete monument at the sideline of Carol Place distance 249.00 feet from duct and rely upon their own independent costs. beginning of a curve bearing southeasterly to the the corner Ionned by the intersection of the Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- northerly line of Marlboro Road; from thence northeasterly sideline of Cedar Street (if ex- investigation to ascertain whether or not tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and running tended) (60 feet wide) with the said northwest- any outstanding interest remain of record expenses, there remains any surplus money, the PRIOR LIENS/ENCUMBRANCES erly sideline of Carol Place (if extended) (50 feet Begun in 1876 by William Gray, in Cranford and later Incorporated in and/or have priority over the lien being money will be deposited into the Superior Court SEWER OPEN PLUS PENALTY $313.13 wide); thence running 1897 as the Gray Burial & Cremation Company. Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, 2013 3RD PARTY UTILITY LIEN SOLD ON PRIOR LIENS/ENCUMBRANCES foreclosed and, if so the current amount or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to 10/28/2014 CERT NO.: 1491 $320.76 SEWER OPEN PLUS PENALTY $263.13 Today, known by many simply as Gray’s. We continue to provide the due thereon. Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature TOTAL AS OF November 26, 2014: $633.89 TOTAL AS OF December 10, 2014: $263.13 Total Upset: ***Three Hundred Forty-Three and extent of that person’s claim and asking for Total Upset: ***Five Hundred Fifty-Eight Thou- Total Upset: ***Three Hundred Forty-Three personal service that began with Mr. Gray, whether it be for burial or Thousand Five Hundred Nineteen and 33/100*** an order directing payment of the surplus money. sand Six Hundred Eighty-Two and 75/100*** Thousand Five Hundred Nineteen and 33/100*** $343,519.33 together with lawful interest and The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale $558,682.75 together with lawful interest and $343,519.33 together with lawful interest and cremation. costs. will have information regarding the surplus, if costs. costs. Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- any. Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and “The Fair Housing Act prohibits”any prefer- tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and Gray Funeral Home Gray Memorial Funeral Home expenses, there remains any surplus money, the ence, limitation, or discrimination because of expenses, there remains any surplus money, the expenses, there remains any surplus money, the money will be deposited into the Superior Court race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial sta- money will be deposited into the Superior Court money will be deposited into the Superior Court 318 East Broad St. 12 Springfield Ave. Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, tus, or national origin, or intention to make such Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to preference, limitation or discrimination” in con- or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Westfield, NJ 07090 Cranford, NJ 07016 Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature nection with any aspect or a residential real Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature William A. Doyle Mgr. Dale R. Schoustra Mgr. and extent of that person’s claim and asking for estate transaction, Zucker, Goldberg, and and extent of that person’s claim and asking for and extent of that person’s claim and asking for an order directing payment of the surplus money. Ackerman, LLC encourages and supports the an order directing payment of the surplus money. an order directing payment of the surplus money. NJ Lic. Number 2325 NJ Lic. Number 3707 The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale equal housing practives of the Fair Housing Act The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale will have information regarding the surplus, if in the conduct of its business.” will have information regarding the surplus, if will have information regarding the surplus, if (908)-233-0143 (908)-276-0092 any. There is a full legal description on file in the any. any. There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in the There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this Union County Sheriff’s Office. Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale for any length of time without further adver- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this John-Michael “J.M.” Jones sale for any length of time without further adver- tisement. sale for any length of time without further adver- sale for any length of time without further adver- tisement. Joseph Cryan tisement. tisement. N.J. Lic. #4869 Joseph Cryan Sheriff Joseph Cryan Joseph Cryan Sheriff Attorney: Sheriff Sheriff Director Attorney: ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, LLC Attorney: Attorney: STERN, LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBERG, LLC 200 SHEFFIELD STREET FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, PC FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, PC 105 EISENHOWER PARKWAY SUITE 301 7 CENTURY DRIVE 7 CENTURY DRIVE SUITE 302 MOUNTAINSIDE, NEW JERSEY 07092 SUITE 201 SUITE 201 www.grayfuneralhomes.com ROSELAND, NEW JERSEY 07068 (908) 233-8500 PARSIPPANY, NEW JERSEY 07054 PARSIPPANY, NEW JERSEY 07054 (973) 797-1100 File No. XCZ-161379 (973) 538-4700 (973) 538-4700 4 T - 02/26, 03/05, 03/12 4 T - 02/19, 02/26, 03/05 4 T - 02/19, 02/26, 03/05 4 T - 02/26, 03/05, 03/12 & 03/19/15 Fee: $212.16 & 03/12/15 Fee: $197.88 & 03/12/15 Fee: $193.80 & 03/19/15 Fee: $185.64 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 26, 2015 Page 7 First Baptist Course to Focus Westfield Hist. Soc. to Hear On Church History Events About Triangle Factory Fire WESTFIELD — The First Baptist age and human potential. WESTFIELD — The Triangle bers and $35 for non-members. It Church of Westfield, located at 170 Lastly, Pastor Kadin will lead a Shirtwaist Factory Fire, which oc- includes a three-course meal, coffee Elm Street, plans to offer a course to group to Rhode Island between May curred in Manhattan on March 25, or tea and gratuity. the community in March entitled 28 and 31. In the course of this 1911, will be the program topic at the To learn about upcoming commu- “An Introduction to Church History: excursion, participants will visit the Westfield Historical Society’s First nity-oriented events or luncheons, The 100 Most Important Events.” First Baptist Church in America, Wednesday Luncheon on March 4. visit westfieldhistoricalsociety.org or The class will consist of six ses- Roger Williams National Memorial The luncheon will begin at noon at “like” the Westfield Historical sions. Each hour-long meeting will and Brown University before de- the Echo Lake Country Club, located Society’s Facebook page, which has feature a lecture and time for group parting for Block Island to perform at 515 Springfield Avenue, Westfield. the latest events listed. discussion. Course lectures will be a variety of service projects with the The fire was the deadliest industrial supplemented with readings from Migrant Worker Center based in New disaster in the history of the city and AARP Chapter Posts “The 100 Most Important Events in Shoreham’s Harbor Church. one of the deadliest in U.S. history. It Christian History” and a variety of Interested persons are asked to caused the deaths of 146 garment Meeting For Monday other primary source documents. contact Reverend Williams by e-mail workers — 123 women and 23 men WESTFIELD AREA — Westfield Classes will start at 7 p.m. on Thurs- at [email protected] or (908) 233- — who died from the fire and smoke Area AARP Chapter 4137 will meet day nights beginning March 5. 2278, or Nancy Lambros, church inhalation or from falling or jumping on Monday, March 2, at 1 p.m., at the Scotch Hills Country Club, located at This also will be the first time that administrator, by e-mail at SCOUTS EARN AWARDS...Students from Cub Scout Pack No. 73 of Holy from the building. Most of the victims the Reverend Kadin J.G. Williams, a [email protected] or Trinity Interparochial School received The Light of Christ and Parvuli Dei were recent Jewish or Italian immi- Jerusalem Road and Plainfield Av- graduate of Princeton Theological (908) 233-2278. awards at the annual Boy Scout Mass on Sunday, February 8, at the Roman grant women aged 16 to 23. enue, Scotch Plains. Debbie Price, Seminary, will have exclusively Catholic Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark. Pictured with Abbott Gorin will be the guest executive director in charge of all the taught a course in Westfield. Caregivers Meeting Coadjutor Archbishop Bernard Hebda, from left to right, are: Daniel Fannick, speaker. Mr. Gorin is a staff attorney exercise programs offered at the Jew- Pastor Kadin additionally will lead Henry Hiel, Thomas Fecowycz, Patrick McGovern, David Lovato and Conleth with Essex Newark Legal Services, ish Community Center (JCC) of Cen- a field trip that is open to the public on To Be Held Monday Gorham. Michael Preite also was honored. Conleth Gorham additionally was representing indigent clients in pro- tral New Jersey in Scotch Plains, will Sunday, March 8, immediately fol- WESTFIELD — A support group selected to assist Archbishop Hebda during the ceremony, in which Scouts from tecting their housing rights. Prior to demonstrate and talk about exercises lowing the service. Participants will for people who are caring for elderly the three counties of the archdiocese received various awards. this, he served for almost 30 years as that participants can do at home for board the train and head into Manhat- or chronically ill loved ones meets on an attorney with the Department of maintaining balance. tan to visit the new exhibit that the the first non-holiday Monday of each Senior Advisory Comm. Lists Housing Preservation and Develop- Members are asked to bring to the Museum of Biblical Art will feature. month at the parish center of St. Helen’s ment of the City of New York enforc- meeting a non-perishable food item The trip, which includes viewing Roman Catholic Church on Lamberts ing the city’s Housing Maintenance or personal item, which will then be the exhibit Sculpture in the Age of Mill Road in Westfield. The next meet- Members, Upcoming Trips Code. Mr. Gorin was deeply influ- delivered to the Westfield Food Pan- Donatello: Renaissance Masterpieces ing will take place on March 2. enced by the American Labor Move- try, the chapter’s main charitable en- from Florence Cathedral, is expected These meetings are information SCOTCH PLAINS — Mayor City Jamboree” music from Broad- ment, which had been part of his deavor. The Westfield Food Pantry to bring participants a greater sense and sharing sessions. For more infor- Kevin Glover has appointed the fol- way to Down Home. Registration will family’s history as well. His mother helps families throughout Union of appreciation for the way renais- mation about this support group, call lowing members to the Scotch Plains begin on Monday, March 9, for Scotch was a member of the United Federa- County, and through members’ gen- sance art embodied a sense of cour- Marilyn Ryan at (908) 232-1214. Senior Citizens Advisory Committee Plains and Fanwood residents, at a tion of Teachers and his father started erosity this past year, the chapter was for 2015: Ilse Heinemeyer, Elsie cost of $50. Registration for all other out as a member of the International able to give $500 in ShopRite food Lestrange, Dominic and Phyllis senior citizens begins the following Ladies’ Garment Workers’ Union. certificates to the Food Pantry for use Nina Et cetera to Perform Lisanti, Terry DiGiacomo, Marge Van Monday, March 16, at a cost of $52. All those wishing to attend the at the Thanksgiving holiday. Duyne, Ted Ziolokowski and Laura Registration may be done in per- luncheon are asked to make a reser- Refreshments and fellowship will At Westfield Library Swidersky, chairwoman. son at the Scotch Plains Recreation vation by calling (908) 233-2930 by follow the business meeting. If there Members are dedicated to planning Office, Room 113, 430 Park Avenue, noon on Monday, March 2. is a question about the meeting being WESTFIELD — The Westfield combines the best of old and new trips, and to being available to resi- Scotch Plains, Monday through Fri- The cost of the luncheon is $30 for held because of weather conditions, Memorial Library will present “Hot- technologies. Nina Et cetera has been dents for suggestions, ideas or ques- day, between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. Westfield Historical Society mem- call one of the chapter officers. ter than a Pepper Sprout” by the performing professionally for the past tions of any kind regarding Scotch Online registration will begin March musical duo Nina Et cetera on Satur- 10 years in venues across the tri-state Plains senior citizens’ concerns or in- 9 at scotchplainsnj.gov. day, March 7, at 2 p.m. The library is area, including libraries, street fairs, dividual problems. Committee meet- The second trip, set for Wednes- Westfield Y Reveals Return located at 550 East Broad Street. restaurants and band shells. ings are held the last Monday of the day, August 19, is a cruise on the Nina and Tim of Nina Et cetera This program will be free and month, except for July, August and Delaware River leaving from Penns will play the music of Johnny Cash, open to Westfield Memorial Li- December, in the Scotch Plains Mu- Landing in Philadelphia. Pricing and Of Healthy Back Program Billie Holiday, Hank Williams, brary and MURAL cardholders. nicipal Building. registration information will be avail- WESTFIELD — The Westfield Dr. Susan Rele, a longtime member Patsy Cline, Peggy Lee, Gershwin MURAL cardholders belong to li- The first bus trip will be on Tuesday, able in May. Area Y has announced that it will of the American Physical Therapy and many others. The instrumenta- braries that are part of the April 28, to the Thayer Hotel at West For more details, call (908) 322- bring back the four-week “Way to Association and a certified McKenzie tion includes guitar, vocals, bass, Middlesex Union Reciprocal Point, New York. The cost includes a 6700, extension no. 221, or (908) a Healthy Back Program” at the Method therapist, and Marianne percussion, harmonica and much Agreement Libraries. Interested buffet luncheon and show, “The Big 322-2084. Main Y Facility, located at 220 Luckenbach, a board-certified hand more. The duo also will entertain persons are asked to check with Clark Street, Westfield. The pro- therapist specializing in the treatment the audience with a sprinkling of their libraries to see if they partici- gram will run on Thursdays, March of upper extremity conditions and anecdotes highlighting the diver- pate. To register for the program, Torah Center Welcomes All 5 to March 26, from 11:30 a.m. to injuries. Physical therapists are li- sity and rich history of American visit the Westfield Memorial Li- 12:30 p.m. each session. censed professionals and experts in music spanning jazz, blues, gospel, brary website at wmlnj.org and AmeriCare Physical Therapy will fitness, injury prevention and post- folk and rock and roll. click on the Online Calendar, or For Purim Celebrations provide the knowledge and tools par- injury rehabilitation. Nina began studying guitar and call (908) 789-4090, option 0. WESTFIELD — The Union County There is a fee of $5 per person. ticipants need to put them in control Registration is mandatory and singing at the age of 7 with her Library hours are 9:30 a.m. to 9 Torah Center will present multiple Sponsorships are available for $180. of their back and neck. Participants can be done online at current bass player, Tim. Since then, p.m., Monday through Thursday; Family Purim Celebrations this com- Reservations are preferred but not will learn posture tips and proper westfieldynj.org or in person at she has studied at Berklee College 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday and Sat- ing Holiday of Purim at the center, required. body mechanics, including safety the Welcome Center at the Main Y of Music and has played in numer- urday; and 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday. located at 111 Laurel Place, Westfield. All these programs will be open to with lifting, bending, sitting and Facility. Anyone with questions is ous bands. Tim studied North In- For more information on library On Wednesday, March 4, at 6:30 the public and everyone is welcome. standing. The goal of the program is asked to contact Jean White, Health dian vocal music in New Delhi and programs and services, call (908) 789- p.m., there will be a Megillah reading For more information, call the center for attendees to leave after four weeks and Wellness director, at (908) 233- music theory at Long Island Uni- 4090, visit wmlnj.org and sign up for followed by Hamantashen and refresh- at (908) 789-5252 or e-mail with the ability to help prevent pain 2700, extension no. 246, or by e- versity. In addition to performing, the monthly e-newsletter, “Library ments, open to the public free of charge. [email protected]. Individuals also and injury and to participate safely in mail at [email protected]. Nina and Tim teach privately. Loop,” or stop by the library for a The Torah Center will have another may register online at torahcenter.org. their home, work and gym activities. To learn more about Westfield Area When they are not on the road, they copy of its award-winning, quarterly Megillah reading on Thursday, March Leading this series will be certified Y programs, visit westfieldynj.org. write and record in a manner that newsletter, “Take Note.” 5, at 7:45 a.m., as it is a Mitzvah to hear Teen Dance on Tap physical therapists from AmeriCare Financial assistance is available for it being read on Purim day as well. Physical Therapy in Mountainside: those who qualify. The center will host a family Purim In Cranford March 6 Needle Nite to Take Place Bash that afternoon. There will be a CRANFORD — The Cranford Rec- Megillah reading at 5 p.m. with a reation and Parks Department has an- simultaneous slide show for children nounced that its teen dance for sixth- At Local Church March 6 that will take them through the entire , seventh- and eighth-grade Cranford FANWOOD — The monthly During this meeting, all partici- story of Purim as it is written in the students will be held on Friday, March Needle Nite program at the pants will make “Ditty Bags” for Megillah. 6. It will take place from 7 to 10 p.m. Fanwood Presbyterian Church is the Seamen’s Church Institute’s The Megillah relates the Purim story at the Cranford Community Center, scheduled for Friday, March 6, at Christmas at Sea project. in which Queen Esther was instru- located at 220 Walnut Avenue. 7:30 p.m., in Westminster Hall. Visi- All are welcome to come and see mental in the deliverance of the Jew- Students will be able to purchase tors are asked to enter from Marian what is being done and to join the ish people from the threat of annihila- a ticket at the school they attend on Avenue. group. If fabric, batting or yarn is tion at the hands of Haman and the Wednesday or Thursday, the week The quilters should bring all fin- needed, Needle Niters may e-mail their inhabitants of the Persian Empire 23 of the dance. The cost of a ticket is ished quilts, identified with quilt requests to centuries ago. $5. Cranford students who attend a name and quilter, in preparation for [email protected]. Donated Children also are invited to partici- private school may purchase a ticket the Harvest Quilt Show on Satur- materials end up in many forms us- pate in a masquerade contest. All at the Community Center on Wednes- Anthony James Construction of Westfield day, March 28. Knitters and those able by the charities that receive them. children dressed in costume will re- day or Thursday, the week of the who crochet will bring projects they Needle Nite participants then take their ceive a prize, and a $100 gift certifi- dance, between 3 and 4:30 p.m. Tick- Receives Best Of Houzz 2015 Award cate to Toys “R” Us will be awarded ets will not be sold at the door. make for charity to be shown at the newly-learned skills for use at home. WESTFIELD — Anthony James Quilt Show. for the best costume. Further questions may be directed thony James Construction on Houzz For further information about Construction of Westfield, N.J. has at houzz.com/pro/hammers. these projects or directions to the At 6 p.m., there will be a Purim to the Recreation and Parks Depart- Dinner followed by Tom D and his ment at (908) 709-7283. been awarded “Best Of Houzz” in Houzz is the leading platform for Fanwood Presbyterian Church, call two categories: Design & Customer home remodeling and design, with See it all on the Web! the office at (908) 889-8891, e- Purim Ventriloquist Comedy Show. SHERIFF’S SALE Satisfaction by Houzz, the leading everything they need to improve their mail [email protected] or SHERIFF’S SALE platform for home remodeling and homes from start to finish — online www.goleader.com check the website fanwoodpc.org. SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-15000369 SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-15000368 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY design. The hometown Master or from a mobile device. From deco- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY CHANCERY DIVISION SHERIFF’S SALE CHANCERY DIVISION UNION COUNTY Builder, who is celebrating their 25- rating a room to building a custom UNION COUNTY DOCKET NO. F-62025-09 year anniversary, was chosen by the SHERIFF’S SALE SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-15000346 DOCKET NO. F-16153-10 Plaintiff: BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. home. Houzz is the easiest way for SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Plaintiff: JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. VS. more than 25 million monthly unique homeowners, home design enthusi- SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-15000552 CHANCERY DIVISION VS. Defendant: DORIANNE TAYLOR COX, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY UNION COUNTY Defendant: KARINA HARDY JOLEKA BARI users that comprise the Houzz com- asts and home improvement profes- CHANCERY DIVISION DOCKET NO. F-32982-08 Sale Date: 03/18/2015 Sale Date: 03/18/2015 UNION COUNTY Plaintiff: THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS Writ of Execution: 11/20/2014 Writ of Execution: 12/12/2014 munity from among more than sionals across the country and around DOCKET NO. F-012869-12 TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE CER- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution 500,000 active home building, re- the world. People find inspiration, Plaintiff: U.S. BANK, N.A. TIFICATE HOLDERS, CWMBS, INC., CHL to me directed I shall expose for sale by public to me directed I shall expose for sale by public VS. MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH TRUST 2007- vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- modeling and design industry pro- get advice, buy products and hire the Defendant: JOSEPH COLON, JENNY MENA, 32 MORTGAGE PASS THROUGH CERTIFI- TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- UNITED STATES OF AMERICA CATES TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on fessionals. professionals they need to help turn Sale Date: 03/25/2015 VS. WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of Design award winners’ work was their ideas into reality. Headquar- Writ of Execution: 11/24/2014 Defendant: ERNEST DI FRANCESCO AND said day. All successful bidders must have 20% said day. All successful bidders must have 20% By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION of their bid available in cash or certified check at of their bid available in cash or certified check at the most popular among monthly tered in Palo Alto, Calif., Houzz also to me directed I shall expose for sale by public SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR COUN- the conclusion of the sales. the conclusion of the sales. vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- TRYWIDE BANK, FSB The judgment amount is: ***Three Hundred The judgment amount is: ***Five Hundred users on Houzz, known as has international offices in London, TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- Sale Date: 03/11/2015 Eighty Thousand Five Hundred Seventy-Three Twenty-Two Thousand Three Hundred Ninety- “Houzzers.” Customer Satisfaction Berlin and Sydney. For more infor- TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on Writ of Execution: 06/25/2014 and 29/100*** $380,573.29. Eight and 83/100*** $522,398.83. WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution The property to be sold is located in the TOWN CONCISE STATEMENT OF DESCRIPTION honors are determined by a variety of mation, visit www.houzz.com. said day. All successful bidders must have 20% to me directed I shall expose for sale by public of WESTFIELD, County of UNION and State of OF REAL PROPERTY TO BE SOLD factors, including the number and of their bid available in cash or certified check at vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- New Jersey. MUNICIPALITY: Scotch Plains Paid Bulletin Board the conclusion of the sales. TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- Commonly known as: 124 WINDSOR AV- COUNTY: UNION quality of client reviews a profes- The judgment amount is: ***Four Hundred TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on ENUE, WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY 07090. STATE OF New Jersey goleader.com/express Thirty Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Three and WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of Tax Lot No. 48 in Block No. 4001 STREET & STREET NO: 211 Willow Avenue sional received in 2014. Visit An- 43/100*** $430,933.43. said day. All successful bidders must have 20% Dimension of Lot Approximately: 33.6 X 120 TAX BLOCK AND LOT: MUNICIPALITY: Scotch Plains of their bid available in cash or certified check at Nearest Cross Street: GRANDVIEW AVENUE. BLOCK: 704, LOT: 2 COUNTY: UNION, STATE OF NEW JERSEY. the conclusion of the sales. Beginning at a point in the existing Southeast- DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 100 feet x 50 feet STREET & STREET NO: 232 Haven Avenue. The judgment amount is: ***Five Hundred erly sideline of Windsor Avenue (66 feet wide), NEAREST CROSS STREET: Mountain Av- TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK: 705, LOT: Ninety-Six Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-Eight said point being S47°-03’-00”W a distance of enue 19. and 42/100 *** $596,588.42. 515.66 feet from a marble monument found SUPERIOR INTERESTS (if any): DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 54.00 feet x 92.50 PROPERTY TO BE SOLD IS LOCATED IN: marking the northerly end of said map for this Scotch Plains Twp holds a claim for taxes due feet. Township of Scotch Plains, County of Union, in side of Windsor Avenue, also marking the inter- and/or other municipal utilities such as water NEAREST CROSS STREET: Mountain Av- the State of New Jersey. section of the Northerly sideline of lot 14 as and/or sewer in the amount of $1,644.37 as of 02/ enue. PREMISES COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1923 designated on referenced filed map with said 01/2015. SUPERIOR INTERESTS (if any): US Bank Mountain Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey sideline, beginning point also being S47°-03’- Scotch Plains Twp holds a claim for taxes due Cust For BV001 Trust holds a tax sale certificate 07076. 00”W a distance of 91 166' from the intersection and/or other municipal utilities such as water in the amount of $503.40 as of 01/12/2015. TAX LOT # 18.0201, BLOCK # 1803 of said sideline with the Southwesterly sideline of and/or sewer in the amount of $87.50 as of 07/01/ Scotch Plains Township holds a claim for taxes APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS: N/A Grandview Avenue, and runs thence; 2014. due and/or other municipal utilities such as water NEAREST CROSS STREET: Union Avenue PRIOR LIENS/ENCUMBRANCES FWDSL & Associates LP holds a tax sale and/or sewer in the amount of $1,694.27 as of 02/ *Also subject to subsequent taxes, water and SEWER OPEN PLUS PENALTY: $170.00. certificate in the amount of $708.86 as of 01/12/ 01/2015. sewer plus interest through date of payoff. TOTAL AS OF November 26, 2014: $170.00. 2015. Total Upset: ***Four Hundred Forty-Eight Total Upset: ***Six Hundred Seventy Thou- Total Upset: ***Three Hundred Ninety-One Total Upset: ***Five Hundred Thirty-Six Thou- Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Five and 31/100*** sand Fifty-Three and 97/100 *** $670,053.97 Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-Two and 13/ sand One Hundred Ninety-Seven and 82/100*** $448,685.31 together with lawful interest and together with lawful interest and costs. 100 *** $391,762.13 together with lawful interest $536,197.82 together with lawful interest and costs. Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- and costs. costs. Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and expenses, there remains any surplus money, the tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and expenses, there remains any surplus money, the money will be deposited into the Superior Court expenses, there remains any surplus money, the expenses, there remains any surplus money, the money will be deposited into the Superior Court Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, money will be deposited into the Superior Court money will be deposited into the Superior Court Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature and extent of that person’s claim and asking for Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature and extent of that person’s claim and asking for an order directing payment of the surplus money. and extent of that person’s claim and asking for and extent of that person’s claim and asking for an order directing payment of the surplus money. The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale an order directing payment of the surplus money. an order directing payment of the surplus money. The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale will have information regarding the surplus, if The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale will have information regarding the surplus, if any. will have information regarding the surplus, if will have information regarding the surplus, if any. There is a full legal description on file in the any. any. There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in the There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this Union County Sheriff’s Office. Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale for any length of time without further adver- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale for any length of time without further adver- tisement. sale for any length of time without further adver- sale for any length of time without further adver- tisement. Joseph Cryan tisement. tisement. Joseph Cryan Sheriff Joseph Cryan Joseph Cryan Sheriff Attorney: Sheriff Sheriff Attorney: PARKER MC CAY Attorney: Attorney: POWERS KIRN - COUNSELORS PO BOX 5054 FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, PC POWERS KIRN - COUNSELORS 728 MARINE HWY 9000 MIDATLANTIC DRIVE 7 CENTURY DRIVE 728 MARINE HWY PO BOX 848 - SUITE 200 SUITE 300 SUITE 201 PO BOX 848 - SUITE 200 MOORESTOWN, NEW JERSEY 08057 MOUNT LAUREL, NEW JERSEY 08054 PARSIPPANY, NEW JERSEY 07054 MOORESTOWN, NEW JERSEY 08057 (856) 802-1000 (856) 596-8900 (973) 538-4700 (856) 802-1000 4 T - 02/26, 03/05, 03/12 4 T - 02/12, 02/19, 02/26 4 T - 02/19, 02/26, 03/05 4 T - 02/19, 02/26, 03/05 & 03/19/15 Fee: $175.44 & 03/05/15 Fee: $179.52 & 03/12/15 Fee: $187.68 & 03/12/15 Fee: $191.76 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 26, 2015 Page 9 Lady Devils Stun Roselle Catholic Sports Section In UCT Semi – story next week THE WEEK IN SPORTS Pages 9-13 WF’s MITCHELL NETS 16 PTs, COUGAR REMLEY 15 PTs Blue Devil Boys Sprint Past

Cougar Cagers in UCT, 58-40 more photos at Ballyhoo Sports By DAVID B. CORBIN second round of the Union County LaCorte finished with 10 points, in- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Tournament in Westfield on Febru- cluding another 3-pointer. Free throws may have dominated ary 18. “We didn’t play well in the second the fourth quarter, but the Westfield The two 3-pointers just before the half. That’s all it is,” Cougar Head High School boys basketball team half snapped a 20-20 tie and came off Coach Ryan Huber said. “They made began to separate itself from the the hands of Blue Devils Parker Hess some shots. We didn’t. They hit two Cranford Cougars late in the second and Matt LaCorte, respectively. Hess threes right before the half and that quarter with back-to-back 3-pointers finished the game with eight points, made it a six-point game. In the sec- en route to a 58-40 victory in the including a second 3-pointer, and CONTINUED ON PAGE 12

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David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times DISTRICT 11 OUTSTANDING WRESTLER...Raider JT Beirne, top, won the 138-lb crown at the District 11 Tournament in Westfield on February 21 and was named the Outstanding Wrestler. BEIRNE GETS ‘OW’, LAPHAM BREAKS SPF WIN RECORD Cougars Repeat, Raiders 2nd At District 11 Mat Tournament By DAVID B. CORBIN vidual champions and 169 points. In a wild first period where it ap- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Rahway (R) took third at 122.5, Lin- peared that Beirne got a takedown Nine Cougars reached the finals den (L) was fourth at 118, Westfield and a three-point tilt, he discovered and six emerged with individual titles (W) took fifth at 97 and Elizabeth (E) that he was awarded no points, be- to earn the Cranford High School took sixth at 86 followed by Brearley cause Busch was still clinging to his wrestling team its second straight (B) at 60. foot. Beirne regrouped, got a double- District 11 Championship in Westfield Raider JT Beirne recorded pins over leg takedown then added a fireman’s on February 21. The Cougars, who Kevin Harrison (Shabazz) and Blue takedown before pinning Busch in David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times had five champions and totaled 189.5 Devil Nick Kalimtzis to reach the 3:08 with a double-leg to half nelson. ALWAYS ON GUARD...Blue Devil Danny Mitchell, No. 13, guards Cougar Sean Leonard, No. 23, in the Union County last year, finished with 203 points this 138-lb title bout with Cougar Dave After the tournament, Beirne was second round game at Westfield on February 18. The Blue Devils won, 58-40, to advance to the quarterfinal round. time, followed by the Scotch Plains- Busch. Kalimtzis took third with a 7- voted Outstanding Wrestler. Fanwood (S) Raiders with three indi- 4 win over Philippe Lovensky (R). CONTINUED ON PAGE 13

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LINDROS WINS 2, HUSCH WINS; TEAM 5,118 POWER PTs Devil’s Den Westfield-CH East Rivalry Cherry Hill East Boys Halt Is An Oldie But Goodie

By BRUCE JOHNSON Westfield’s Swim Reign, 86-84 Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times By J.B. RAYMOND Public A champions. It also denied cutting the lead to 60-50. It began in 1971. That was the year to-the-last-relay meet at the Y. The WRESTLING UPDATE Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the Blue Devils their 26th state title. The Cougars loaded their 200-free Cherry Hill East ended WHS’s 10- next year they ended St. Joe’s 12-year Junior Jarek Gozdieski was the lone EWING – Westfield and Cherry For East it was their 10th state crown, relay, using Rowe and Gillooly for year reign as state swimming cham- reign (of terror?). Since those two WHS wrestlers to capture a District Hill East have been heated rivals in the first was in 1971 and the most their fourth (and final) swim. But that pions. That was the year the rivalry events, the Blue Devils have been 11 title last weekend, but he’ll be the swimming pools of New Jersey recent was 2002. (See Devil’s Den on proved a good move as they were started. relevant in New Jersey swimming for joined by five teammates in the Re- since the height of the Vietnam War. page 12) needed to pull off a narrow 1:28.95 to WHS had rung up 102 points to the past quarter-century. gion 3 tournament that began last The 45-year rivalry has often seemed It was especially disappointing for 1:29.99 victory, leaving East with a capture the 1970 state title. That was The WHS-East rivalry re-ignited night and continues this weekend at like a New Jersey version of the Civil the seniors, who were looking to be- 68-56 advantage and just three events more than Columbia, CH East, CH earlier this century when the teams Union. War – the North against the South. come the first WHS boys team to win remaining. West and Seton Hall Prep – the 2-3-4- met in the 2000, 2001, 2003 and 2004 Gozdieski became WHS’s 189th The latest version took place Satur- four straight state titles. Since fresh- It was around this time that former 5 finishers – had combined! state Public A finals, the Blue Devils district champion since 1960, taking day in the state Public A champion- men weren’t eligible for varsity sports Blue Devil star Matt Meserole (’10) Then in 1971 Cherry Hill East put winning three of the four. the 160-pound title. Also advancing ship meet at the College of New Jer- until 1978, the class of 2015 could did what a captain (or former captain) up 91 points, WHS was a distant And that basically brings things to were runnerup Chris Hoerle (106), sey, and it ranked right up there with have been the first four-time state does in tough times. Up from Balti- second with 42 ... and the times were the present time. The two giants have and third-place finishers John Fuller the often-bitter rivalry’s best. champions in school history. more to watch the meet, he started a a’changing. met in the last two Public A finals, (126), Nick Kalimtzis (138), Jack The NJSIAA may have charged $9 “It was a great meet,” WHS coach “Field … West … Field … West” For the past 55 years, New Jersey’s and things have come full circle, back Miller (152) and Cotter Spurlock a ticket, but nobody asked for a re- Jeff Knight said. “It came down to a chant that pumped some life into the dominant public school swimming to where they began in 1971. (220). fund. As one Westfield fan said after- tenth of a second here and a tenth of Westfield crowd. When East’s fans programs have been Westfield (’60s, B-BALL UPDATE Westfield finished fifth, behind ward, “I’m pretty sure everybody got a second there. We’ve won meets like tried to drown them out with their ’90s and ’00s) and Cherry Hill East The boys and girls basketball teams three teams they beat during the dual- their money’s worth from that meet.” that, just not this time.” own cheers, the noise level was off (’70s and ’80s), with breakthroughs will open play in the state tournament meet season, and first-place Cranford. The Cougars (14-0) won five of the East started the meet with a victory the charts. by Vineland (’80s and ’90s), on Monday with a home double- Kevin Frega, who wrestled two eight individual events, including a in the medley relay, dropping nearly Brookover won the 100-back in Bridgewater-Raritan (’90s and ’00s), header. years at WHS before moving to up- 1-2-3 sweep of the 50-free, and all three seconds from its time in the 51.51, but Dave Lindros (53.60), Hillsborough (’00s), Mountain Lakes The girls (14-7) earned the fifth state New York, finished his junior three relays. But the Blue Devils (13- semifinals. Brookover, Nick Rosa, Clauss (53.93) and Rose (55.25) fin- (’60s, ’90s, ’00s) and Moorestown seed and will host No. 12 Dickinson season with a 31-5 record for 2) – who broke the school record with David Rowe and Pat Gillooly won in ished 2-3-4 and it was 75-65 East. (’70s, ’00s). at 5:30 p.m. Seniors Lil Scott and Cazenovia High. The 195-pounder 5,118 power points – kept the meet 1:35.35. When WHS was 2-3 in Stephen Husch (58.62), Steve War- Last Saturday at the College of Jackie Knapp have led the way, as lost to eventual champion Jack Buell within range, as they had in their 90- 1:36.84 and 1:39.98, you knew it was ren (59.98) and Stefan Crigler (1 .81) New Jersey, ancient rivals WHS and they have the past four winters. Scott of Sherburne-Earlville, 9-4, in the 80 sectional final victory over going to be an extremely fast meet. delivered a 1-2-3 sweep of their own Cherry Hill East were at it again, has 316 points, 58 assists and 44 quarterfinals of the Section III, Divi- Hillsborough. After a 2-3-4 in the A 1-2 by Lindros and Collins in the 100-breaststroke. All of a sud- meeting in the Public A final for the steals, while Knapp has 270 points, sion II championships. 100-back and a 1-2-3 sweep of their (1:45.78), along with a fifth by Griff den the meet was down to a winner- second straight year. And they put on 49 assists and 58 steals. Shannon HOCKEY UPDATE own in the 100-breast, WHS had Morgan (1:47.56), gave WHS a 17- take-all 400-free relay. It was 194 a classic show for the ages. Before a Devitt (75 points, 95 rebounds), Two familiar foes went at it in the surged back from a 14-point deficit 13 advantage after the 200-free. Then seconds that won’t soon be forgotten capacity crowd that roared wildly with Amelia Montes (73, 88) and Hannah final of the Union County Cup, with into a 78-78 tie with just the 400-free a 2-3-4 in the 200IM by Clauss by anyone who was there. each finish, East edged the Blue Dev- Liddy (75, 71) help out on the boards, Summit topping WHS 3-0. It was the relay left. (1:57.62), Jack Rose (2:02.64) and “This is a top five moment in Cherry ils by .12 of a second in the decisive while Olivia Luzzi (68), Danielle fifth time they’ve met in the champi- With eight points for first place, Lucas Fan (2:03.13) provided the Hill East history,” East coach Joe 400 freestyle relay to post an 86-84 Rinaldi (55), Grace Elliott (43), Abby onship game of the seven-year his- four for second and two for third, this Devils with their final lead at 26-20. Cucinotti told The Star-Ledger. “If victory and capture its first state title Demers (34) and Jamie Miller round tory of the tournament. WHS won in was literally a winner-take-all swim. There were some minor problems you want to be the best, you have to since 2002, and 10th overall; WHS out the regulars. 2013. John Lindros, who had won the with the timing system in Lane 7, and beat the best. And Westfield has been has won 25 state titles. The boys (12-9) are seeded sev- WHS advanced to the title game 200 (1:44.32) and 500 (4:42.79), led the Cougars were the beneficiary both the best for years.” Maybe it’s my age, and not know- enth in North 2 Group 4 and will host with a 3-2 shootout victory over off the last relay for WHS with a times. East finished 1-2 in the 50- 200 medley relay: 1. C (Duncan ing how many more of these epic 47.43 and a two-body length lead. free, but its third swimmer mishit the Brookover, Nick Rosa, David Rowe, moments I’ll be around to enjoy, but Pat Gillooly) 1:35.35, 2. W 1:36.84, 3. W as I walked through the snowy CNJ Ryan Bebel (50.21) was second and touchpads and was sixth according to 1:39.98. he held on to the lead for Kevin Clauss the scoreboard. The officials checked 200 free: 1. John Lindros (W) 1:44.32, campus Saturday, those 1970 state (48.72), who maintained the narrow the backup timers and awarded East 2. Collins (W) 1:45.78, 3. Aronson (C) championship meets were on my lead as anchors Aedan Collins and the third place in what would have 1:47.10. mind. CNJ is a nice school, with a 200 IM: 1. Brookover (C) 1:55.36, 2. very fast pool. But my mind was on East’s Duncan Brookover took the had to be a very splashy four-man Clauss (W) 1:57.62, 3. Rose (W) 2:02.64. pool. With bedlam in the stands and photo finish. 50 free: 1. P. Gillooly (C) 21.40, 2. Rowe those old battles at Princeton’s an- on the pool deck, the two anchors After the break, East appeared to (C) 21.76, 3. Mogil (C) 21.98. cient Dillon Pool, with its concrete flipped basically even at the end of go 1-3 in the 100-butterfly with the 100 fly: 1. Rowe (C) 51.05, 2. Husch (W) bleachers and tiny little warmdown 53.12, 3. Finias ( C) 54.00. pool. Walking across the Princeton their first 50. Brookover, who had Devils 2-4-5. But East’s Lane 7 swim- 100 free: 1. P. Gillooly (C) 47.12, 2. earlier won the 200IM (1:55.36) and mer was given the fifth place when Collins (W) 47.85, 3. Aronson (C) 48.62. campus as the students blasted 100-back (51.51), pulled slightly the officials ruled the touchpad had 500 free: 1. J. Lindros (W) 4:42.79, 2. Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, ahead at the 75. But as they neared the malfunctioned again. Rosa (C) 4:45.47, 3. Morgan (W) 4:58.34. Fleetwood Mac or Genesis out of 200 free relay: 1. C (Rowe, Josh Mogil, giant speakers from their dorm win- finish he started to fade, while Collins Both of these point switches would Dan Aronson, P. Gillooly) 1:28.95, 2. W (47.97) finished with a huge burst of prove critical in an 86-84 meet. 1:29.99, 3. W 1:30.66. dows onto the quads would get any- energy. When they hit the wall, it was East seemingly put the hammer 100 back: 1. Brookover (C ) 51.51, 2. D. body pumped. impossible to tell who had touched down at that point with a 1-3-4 finish Lindros (W) 53.60, 3. Clauss (W) 53.93. On several snow-filled weekends, I 100 breast: 1. Stephen Husch (W) 58.62, remember driving down Route 1 with first until the scoreboard showed Lane in the 100-free – Quinn’s 47.85 2. Warren (W) 59.98, 3. Crigler (W) 1 The 1985 WHS JV basketball team had a reunion Saturday night to celebrate the 5 (East) with a 3:13.89 and lane 4 avoided another sweep – for its larg- .81. my good buddy the late Charlie (the 35th anniversary of its Union County Tournament championship victory. Center (WHS) in 3:14.01. est lead at 54-40. 400 free relay: 1. C (Aronson, Sean Scorekeeper) Hansen and getting a (with ball) coach Stew Carey; front row (from left): Mark Nelson, Scott Blackmon, That gave East an 86-84 victory, But Lindros, Morgan (4:58.34) and Finias, Mogil, Brookover) 3:13.89, 2. room in a motel across from what is Neil Horne, Rick Ham; back row: Louis Russell, Rob Gladden, Matt Cowell, Ron and ended WHS’s three-year reign as Nick Youssef (5:03.98) went 1-3-5, W 3:14.01, 3. W 3:21.24. now Princeton Market Fair and stay- Tate, Glenn McSweeney. ing the weekend. There was Joe Wilson’s memorable No. 10 Watchung Hills at 7 p.m. Owen Cranford. Goalie Dan DoCampo, Remember to sign your children up for Westfield Lacrosse this spring. three gold-medal performance at the Murray, Nick Mele, and Parker Hess named the co-Most Valuable Player 1972 championships, in a heartbreak- lead the team in scoring with 177, by the Union County League coaches, www.westfieldlacrosse.com ing loss to Cherry Hill East. And 171 and 150 points. But the team’s broke his own single-game school The WHS Boys Team won the NJ Group IV State Championship in 2014. 1974, when East won 88-81 after balanced attack features sophomore record for saves with 41. Westfield’s winning medley relay dis- Matt Lacorte (132), seniors Sean WHS is seeded 10th in Public A in The WHS Girls and Boys teams both competed in the Union County Finals in 2014. qualified for an early start. To top it Elliott (124) and Danny Mitchell the state tournament and opened play Below is a list of current WHS Lacrosse players committed to playing sports in college. off, the Devils lost the 400-free relay (109), and junior Chris Boutsikaris this past Monday against Passaic Val- to Moorestown by .02 of a second. (90). The Blue Devils defeated ley. If they won they’ll play again today, Girls – Sherb Naulty and Mark Vejnoska, ’Chung 72-46 at the Ridge Holiday likely against Hunterdon Central. Boys – along with divers Steve Schramm and Tournament. ‘FLASHBACK’ Sophie Bass – Albright Patrick Aslanian – Georgetown John Krakora, helped Westfield re- Both teams also advanced to the Have you “liked” the new “Flash- Alyssa Cox – Virginia Tech gain the top championship in 1975, quarterfinal round of Union County back” feature on Facebook. Just go to Luke Prybylski – Villanova but then followed three more years of Tournament last week, although only the Varsity Vantage page and you’ll Lauren D’Amico –Dartmouth Jack Simcox – Princeton (Football) heartbreak – 1976-77-78 – when East one survived. After beating Berkeley find a daily “On This Date in Westfield narrowly edged Westfield for state Heights, 58-45, in the quarterfinals Sports” history. Sam Paoletti – Boston College Jack Cash – Providence titles despite the efforts of Paul Healy on Friday, they were to play top- IN PASSING Mallory Weisse – Northwestern Owen Colwell – John Hopkins and Co. seeded and unbeaten Roselle Catho- Gary Owen, who was the an- Claire Cassie – Penn State I moved out of Westfield for a job lic in the semis on Tuesday. If they nouncer for the highly irreverent and Matt McIlroy – Denver in Philly, and St. Joe’s started its won, they would play in the title game totally cool “Rowan and Martin’s Gwyn Devin – Vanderbilt Kyle Dombroski – Denver “Decade of Dominance” in 1980, with tomorrow at Kean. Laugh-In” TV show in the 1960s, Maria Nemeth – Gettysburg Cherry Hill East coming in second The boys eliminated Roselle, 71- passed away on Feb. 12 at age 80. Owen Prybylski – Villanova every time through 1986. In 1987 the 44, and Cranford, 58-40, before com- Leslie Gore, who battled with the Hallie Rosenburgh – Virginia Tech Patrick McIlroy – Denver state switched to the current Team ing up short against the Patrick School Beatles for the top of the music charts Emily Shields – USC Tournament format. Westfield spent Saturday. in the 1960s, passed away on Feb. 16 the 1980s with plenty of good teams AND BABY MAKES A ‘W’ at age 68. She wrote and sang such Shelby Taylor – Dartmouth and good swimmers – Art Schmidt, Boys basketball coach Daryl teenage angst classics as “It’s My Haley Farella – Colorado Chris Nolan, Chris McFadden, Aaron Palmieri became a father for the sec- Party,” “You Don’t Own Me,” “Maybe Weber, Rich Andrews, Austin Burkett ond time, when Emme Grace was I Know,” “That’s the Way Boys Are,” Hannah Liddy – Denver – but no state titles. born on Feb. 7. She joins big sister and “Judy’s Turn to Cry.” The tide started to change in 1990, Avery. Coincidentally, Emme was Sam Andrew, the founder and lead when Darren Hertell, Dave Schwartz, born on the same day WHS beat guitarist for San Francisco-based Big Tom Mann and some others got to Scotch Plains, while Avery was born Brother and the Holding Company, WHS. In 1991 WHS beat St. Joe’s in on the day WHS beat Rahway. That’s Janis Joplin’s band, passed away on a memorable regular-season down- 2-0 on birth days. Feb. 18 at age 73.

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North Public B Swim Crowns more photos at Ballyhoo Sports By DAVID B. CORBIN In their win over Mendham, depth Dunchus finishing third. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times made the difference. Mendhan placed Rachel Maizes won the 200IM in Just two days after crushing West first in seven of the 11 events. Raiders 2:14.23. Then the Raiders added a 1- Windsor Plainsboro South (WWPS), Sarah Davis, Erika Frasier, Stephanie 3-4 finish in the 50-free led by 103-67, in the semifinals, the 15th- Judge and Rachel Maizes touched Banasiak at 24.76, Dunchus and ranked Scotch Plains-Fanwood High first in the 200-medley relay with a Megan Small. The 100-fly worked School boys swim team stunned 11th- time of 1:52.68. DeeDee Maizes won out well with Judge (58.58) and Erika ranked Morristown, 105-65, for the the 200-individual medley at 2:05.82, Frazier going under the 1:00 mark for North Jersey, Section 2, Public B Rachel Maizes won the 100-freestyle a 1-2 finish. championship in Perth Amboy on in 56.51 and Grace Lesce won the Davis (52.69), Bansiak and DeeDee February 12. On February 13, the 14- 100-breaststroke in 1:16.21. Maizes joined forces for a 1-3-5 fin- 0, No. 9 Raider girls, who defeated Depth came in handy against ish in the 100-free. Iacona won the Mendham, 94-76, three days earlier Morristown although the Raiders 500-free in 5:23.16 then the Raiders in the semifinals in Scotch Plains, touched first in nine of the 11 events. had a 1-2 finish in the 200-free relay also doused Morristown, 100-70, for Davis broke an SPF record set in with Frazier, Banasiak, Dunchus and their respective title. 1978 when she finished first in the Davis touching first, followed by David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times “It was two epic meets. On the boys FOULED WHILE ATTEMPTING A LAY-UP...Raider senior Leo Ramos, No. 15, gets fouled while attempting a lay-up 200-free in 1:53.26, followed by Izzy Small, Lauren Sjonell, DeeDee against the ALJ Crusaders in Scotch Plains on February 19. Ramos made the free throw and finished with 24 points. side, we knew Morristown was very Iacona and DeeDee Maizes. Maizes and Casey Daudelin. Judge fast and we came out so strong in the “The Morristown girls presented (59.61) and VonOehsen went 1-3 in first four events scoring in double as much of a challenge as their boys the 100-back. Morristown’s only in- RAMOS NOTCHES 24 POINTS, EDWARDS PULLS 10 RBs digits on those events,” Raider Head did with many very fast swimmers,” dividual winner was Meghan Coach Jess Hulnik said. Coach Hulnik said. Crowley, who won the 100-breast- But on February 10 against WWPS, But the Raiders did get a good stroke in 1:10.41. Morristown also the Raiders touched first in all but jump by finishing 1-3 in the opening won the 400-free relay. Raider Boys’ Thefts Crumble four events, which included the first 200-medley relay with Erika Frazier, “I cannot emphasize enough how event when Chris Bondarowicz, Nick Rachel Maizes, Judge and Amanda important it is to have depth in every Heath, Matt Marino and Alex Skoog Banasiak going first at 1:48.84 and event and how everyone on this team took top honors in the 200-medley Sydney VonOehsen, Ann Marie plays an important role in every vic- Crusader Basketballers, 79-65 relay with a time of 1:43.84. Kearns, Olivia Barcia and Maya tory,” Coach Hulnik concluded. Nolan Kearns won the 200-indi- By DAVID B. CORBIN quarter that the Raiders won, 14-12. ing four points, including a 3-pointer vidual medley in 2:04.06 and Skoog Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Crusader Mitch Becker sank six of and blocking a pair of shots. won the 100-freestyle in 52.63. Eric Lady Raiders Top Princeton Vicious acts of thievery beginning his 10 points in the quarter. With a degree of joviality, Edwards Chang touched first in the 200-free at midway through the first quarter and In the second quarter, Raider Tajir said, “I’m in the weight room. I lift. If 1:50.97 and Heath won the 50-free in extending through the second quarter Taylor joined Ramos in the thievery anyone tries to out-rebound me, they 23.13. Chang, Heath, JB Walling and For Public B Swim Crown that were all quickly converted to act and helped catapult their team to a can’t. That’s what I am trying to prove. Mike Rash won the 200-free relay in The No. 9 Scotch Plains-Fanwood the 200-free in 1:57.15 and the 100- scores plus the rebounding strength 38-22 lead by halftime. Ramos added And I proved it.” 1:36.45. Matt Auda, Henry Chang, High School girls swim team cer- butterfly in 56.36. Tang, Abby of Bryce Edwards separated the seven more points and teammate Aaron With a 16-point lead, the Raiders Kevin Fleck and Brian Kenny won tainly took advantage of its depth to Berloco, Madeleine Deardorff and Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Lee (2 steals, 2 rebounds, 2 assists) enjoyed mixing the strength of their the 400-free relay in 3:39.2. defeat the No. 15 Princeton Tigers, Brianna Romaine took first in the boys basketball team from the A.L. bucketed all 10 of his points in the bench with their starters. Ramos sank Against the Mo-town Colonials, 100-70, in the Public B champion- 400-free relay at 3:38.7. Berloco won Johnson Crusaders on its journey to a quarter. Taylor would finish with five his final seven points, including a 3- the Raiders won six of the eight indi- ship meet held at The College of New the 50-free in 23.7 and the 100-free 79-65 victory in Scotch Plains on steals, 12 points and three assists. pointer, and added an assist on Tajir vidual events, the opening 200-med- Jersey in Ewing on February. It was in51.48. Deardorff won the 200-IM February 19. “I think that we were able to pass Taylor’s 3-pointer at the end of the ley relay and the closing 400-freestyle the first state title for the Lady Raid- in 2:09.63 and the 100-breaststroke The Raiders trailed the Crusaders, the ball around well enough and get third quarter before taking a seat in relay. Skoog, who won two individual ers swim team. in 1:09.35. Romaine won the 100- 8-2, in the first quarter until senior our shooters open. And we were able the fourth quarter. Raider Dan Balico events, teamed with Marino, Heath The Raiders won only one of the backstroke in 58.73. Leo Ramos (5 rebounds, 3 assists) to hit down shots. Everything was hit four of his seven points in the and Bondarowicz to win the 200- eight individual events but came The Lady Raiders finished the sea- came through with three steals that he dropping for us and that helped us quarter and Marquel Taylor (4 points, medley relay in 1:38.1 then in the through with several second and third son with a perfect 16-0 record. converted to scores either by lay-ups pull away,” Ramos said. steal, 2 rebounds) sank a 2-pointer. 400-free relay he teamed with Eric touches. They also won two of the or by drawing fouls then sinking the However, throughout the game George Visconti sank nine of his Chang, Rash and Walling to touch three relay events, beginning with the Probitas Verus Honos free throws. Ramos, who finished Edwards was the “King of the Boards” game-leading 28 points for the Cru- first in 3:25.97. Raiders Eric Chang, 200-medley relay when Sara Davis, with 24 points, netted 10 points in the and pulled 10 rebounds, while scor- saders and Dan O’Donnell hit seven Nolan Kearns, Brian Kenny and Rachel Maizes, Erika Frazier and of his 10 points. Henry Chang finishing third in the Stephanie Judge finished in 1:47.37. SCOTT SCORES 17 POINTS; DWUNFOUR 14, BATTLE 10 The fourth quarter was a scoring 200-medley relay. Isabella Iacona at 5:24.83 led a 1-2-3 free-for-all but the Raiders got the Skoog won the 200-free with a sweep in the 500-freestyle, followed best of it, 25-23. Due to extensive time of 1:45.19 and took top honors by Olivia Barcia and Rachel Braun, fouling on the part of the Crusaders, in the 100-backstroke at 53.24, while respectively. In the 200-free relay, Blue Devils Nip Lady Raiders the final two minutes seemed drawn Eric Chang and Mark Mital took 3-5. Rachel Maizes, Amanda Banasiak, out to an eternity, but the Raiders “Alex stepped right out of the med- Maya Dunchus and Davis touched sank nine of 11 free throws down the ley relay to win the 200-free in a best first in 1:38.9. stretch. Raider senior Emendo Tho- time of 1:45:19 and Kevin Fleck and Princeton Tiger Melinda Tang won mas got into the act with five re- JB Walling added the 3 and 4 finish,” In UCT 1st Round Hoops, 46-42 bounds, three assists and two steals. Coach Hulnik noted. He also netted all five of his points in Kearns got under two minutes at Moorestown Boys Top By ALEX LOWE Head Coach Liz McKeon. “Our girls Camille Mammolite. “She is our only the quarter. 1:58.99 to win the 200-IM, while Raiders for Swim Title Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times played their hearts out today. It was a senior and I think she understood that “It was all hustle, just trying to Chris Bondarowicz and Henry Chang Westfield rallied from a seven- very tough game and they did what the games are dwindling down to a make extra possessions for the team. placed 3-5. The Raiders swept the The No. 4 Moorestown High point, first half deficit to overtake a they had to do in the final quarter to precious few for her and she wanted Anything for the team, I do. Defense 50-free with Marino touching first in School boys swim team took first in feisty Scotch Plains-Fanwood High get the win.” to give it everything she had. She did was a lockdown all day. I’m a scrap 22.57, followed by Heath and Rash. all but one event to defeat the No. 15 School girls basketball team, 46-42, The Raiders moved the ball smartly just that. This was one of her stron- player, so you got to do what you got Rash came from behind out of lane Scotch Plains-Fanwood Raiders, 94- in the first round Union County Tour- and dominated in the paint with gest games.” to do when you can’t shoot,” Thomas six to win the 100-free in 49.62, while 76, for the Public B championship at nament on February 17 in Westfield. Dwunfour scoring eight points in the Dwunfour and Downing were caus- said while chuckling. “If you can’t Eric Chang and Heath took 3-4. The College of New Jersey in Ewing Blue Devil senior Lillian Scott led the first period. Westfield relied on the ing big problems for a Blue Devil shoot, you got to pass.” Bondarowicz won the 100-breast- on February 23. Alex Skoog won the way with 17 points, three steals and long range shooting of Olivia Luzzi front line that clearly missed the de- Chris Lisojo (3 rebounds, steal) stroke at 59.38. Nolan Kearns took Raiders’ only event when he touched eight rebounds. Raider center and Scott to snatch a 14-13 lead en- fensive and rebounding prowess of scored all seven of his points in the second and Max Kearns took fifth. first in the 100-backstroke at 51.52. Thabitha Dwunfour netted 14 points, tering the second quarter. Montes. With only Shannon Devitt quarter, Cobi Silverstein scored four Mo-town’s Matt Critchley won the Moorestown’s Zack Fong won the 10 rebounds and three blocks. Junior Micaiah Battle scored on available to match the height of the points and Tajir Taylor added three in 100-butterfly in 52.88 and Jamie 200IM at 1:56.12 and the 100-breast The 12-7 Blue Devils were without three straight possessions, a baseline Raider players. Westfield needed to the quarter. Visconti scored 11 more Viotto won the 500-free in 4:51.67. at 57.16. JD Schurer won the 200- the services of Amalia Montes (in- jumper, a 3-point bomb and a baseline re-focus their efforts on stopping the points in the quarter. Crusader Trevor Owen Breslin, Derek He, Viotto and free in 1:43.8. Alex Martin won the jury) and Lizzie Brucia (illness), while drive to give the Raiders a 20-17 lead. inside game. McSorley finished with eight points Mike Macchia won the 200-free re- 50-free in 21.01 and the 100-free in the 9-12 Raiders entered having won Back-to-back inside baskets from “Our approach was to go with Shan- and Brendon Stanzilone finished with lay in 1:31.45. 47.5. Tim Runfola won the 100-but- six in a row. Early on, the Raiders Dwunfour and freshman Nya Down- non fronting the post,” said McKeon. seven points. “Even in the events where we were terfly in 52.51 and the 500-free in served notice that they were a far ing jumped their lead to 24-17. The “We needed for our guards to do a The Raiders’ final home game outscored, we held our own and turned 4:50.31. Moorestown won the 200- better team than the one that lost to 11-0 run forced Westfield to call a better job rotating in after the lob in- would be Senior Night, February 20, in some great times. It was an entire medley relay in 1:36.5, the 200-free Westfield, 55-40, on January 22. timeout with 4:10 left in the half. side. Fortunately, we began doing a against Oratory Prep. relay in 1:29.42 and the 400-free re- “Whenever we play Scotch Plains, team effort in the victory,” Coach “Thabitha really came to play for better job of that in the second half.” AL Johnson 12 10 20 23 65 Hulnik said. lay in 3:17.14. it is a big rivalry game,” said Westfield this game,” said Raider Head Coach CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Sc Pl-Fanwood 14 24 16 25 79 LOOK WHO’S LEADING THE LOOK WHO’S MARKETPLACE IN FANWOOD! #1 IN CRANFORD!

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By ALEX LOWE by Marcus McCleary which gave the Devils would never pull within a Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Celtics a 22-12 lead by the end of the single digit deficit the rest of the way. An upset victory over the Patrick opening quarter. Hess finished with 17 points. Har- School proved to be too tall an order “We got sloppy at the end of the ris had 19 points to lead The Patrick for the Westfield High School boys first quarter and that did not help,” School. Aiken added 16 points. The basketball team to fill. The Blue Dev- said Pierre. “You can’t make those Blue Devils dropped to 12-9 and they ils were trounced, 74-53, in the mistakes and expect to win against will look to prepare for Watchung quarterfinal round of the Union anyone and especially not against this Hills, their first round opponent in the County Tournament (UCT) held on team.” upcoming state playoffs set for today, February 21 at A.L. Johnson High For all their height and size up February 26, at Hillsborough. School in Clark. With a starting front, the Patrick School really did do “We have to put it behind us,” said frontcourt that featured players like most of the damage with their Pierre. “Its over. Nothing you can do 6’10” Bul Ajang, 6’11” Nicholas Richards and 6’11” Samson George, the Patrick School towered over their counterparts from Westfield. Making matters worse, the Celtics could shoot the ball from long range too. In a nightmare scenario for Alex Lowe for The Westfield Leader and The Times TRYING TO OBSTRUCT HER VISION...Cougar Sarah Ross, No. 11, tries to prevent Blue Devil Lil Scott from making Westfield, the Patrick School players a good inbound pass. The Westfield girls defeated the Cougars, 48-39, in Cranford on February 18. combined to hit seven 3-pointers for the game. They also proved to be every bit as quick, if not quicker than SCOTT SINKS 20 POINTS, MacLELLAND SCORES 16 PTs the smaller Blue Devil ball handlers, constantly harassing them into poor passes and turnovers that led to easy transition lay-ups and thunderous Blue Devil Cagers Dash Past dunks. All things considered it was a small victory that Westfield managed to stay as close as they did. “We knew going in that it was go- Cranford Cougar Girls, 48-39 ing to be a hard game for us,” said Westfield junior Jelani Pierre. “The By ALEX LOWE distance by scoring eight points in the stake them to a 40-29 lead early in the Patrick School gets a lot of great Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Alex Lowe for The Westfield Leader and The Times first quarter. MacLelland’s inside fourth quarter. players on their team. They are big TOUGH ASSIGNMENT...Blue Devil Nick Mele, No. 23, has his work cut out for Westfield High School senior bucket with 1:15 remaining cut the “We are playing well right now,” and strong and fast. But we played him as he tries to contain Celtic Jamir Harris, No. 4. Lillian Scott scored 20 points and deficit to 13-11. But Scott answered said Westfield senior Jamie Miller, them before. We played our hearts grabbed six rebounds to power the on the other end with a drive to the “We have a couple of players hurt for out tonight but we made a lot of backcourt. Guards Harris, Aiken and about it now. Hillsborough is up next Blue Devil girls basketball team past basket on which she was fouled. Scott us right now, so we are a little short on mistakes on offense that caused the Darius Roundtree wreaked havoc and they are a good team. Gotta get Cranford, 48-39, in regular season would convert the free throw for a 16- the bench, but our little girls in the game to get away from us early.” throughout the game with their com- ready for Watchung Hills.” action on February 18 in Cranford. 11 Blue Devil lead heading into the backcourt have done a really nice job If the Blue Devils were going to bination of pressure defense and For the Patrick School (16-5), The Blue Devils led from wire to wire second quarter. for us.” hang tough in this game it would have deadly shooting. which is easily one of the top four or in successfully navigating a classic “That was sort of the story of this Despite some nice offensive se- to be through their 3-point shooting When the Patrick School went on a five teams in the state, the UCT rep- trap game. Westfield, already short- game,” said Cougar Head Coach quences, Cranford could draw no prowess. Parker Hess did not disap- 9-0 run midway through the second resents their chance to make a state- handed due to injuries to Amalia Jackie Dyer. “Westfield would catch closer than nine the rest of the way. point as he nailed four of his team’s quarter it was these three backcourt ment as they are banned from post- Montes and Liz Brucia, was playing us and take advantage in situations Westfield just never allowed the Cou- eight 3-pointers. But it was nowhere players who scored all of the points. season play in the state tournament gars to get on a run without answer- near enough to compensate for the Three baskets came via lay-ups, two due to their role in a controversial ing. overall size and talent advantages held of which were fast breaks started by bench-clearing melee that occurred “I think we have a very talented by the Patrick School team. steals. When Harris dialed up another in December during a tournament group of girls on this team,” said Westfield actually pulled ahead 10- long distance 3-pointer, the Celtics they played in California. Whether Cougar freshman Camryn Wichelns. 8 late in the first period after Hess had a 39-21 lead with just under two fair or not, the Celtics will have to “We just seem to lose our focus at connected on a 3-pointer. But that minutes left in the half. make do with a potential UCT cham- certain points in games. Westfield would be it for the Blue Devils. The To their credit, Westfield players pionship. It will not be easy for the exploited that today.” Patrick School answered with an in- continued to fire away in the second Celtics though as they are set to face Devitt finished with six points, 10 side basket by George, followed by a half. Hess and Matt LaCorte con- Linden in the semis. rebounds and two blocks, Knapp net- 3-pointer from Jamir Harris to re- nected on 3-pointers whenever the “We have played Linden before,” ted eight points and Abby Demers claim the lead at 13-10. The Celtics game threatened to become a rout. said Celtic forward Bul Ajang. “They had five points. Cougar Sarah Ross exploded for seven points in the final Nick Mele and Owen Murray had are very good too. We feel like we can finished with seven points, while 15 seconds of the quarter. The run surprising success navigating in be- beat them though.” Lindsay Pace and Caroline McCaffrey was fueled by a pair of steals and lay- tween the Celtics’ giant interior de- Westfield 12 14 12 15 53 each had five points. ups and a buzzer-beating 3-pointer fenders for lay-ups. But the Blue Patrick School 22 19 19 14 74 The Blue Devils were set to play Governor Livingston next in the Quarterfinals of the Union County Tournament. Cranford was eliminated Blue Devil Boys Sprint Past Cougar Cagers, 58-40 earlier by Summit, 55-51. If Westfield CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 managed to get past Governor ond half, we came out flat and didn’t added a block and two deflections. Devils not only maintained their lead Livingston, it would likely mean a get it done.” Chris Boutsikaris (4 points) had five but expanded it to 41-31 by winning showdown in the semifinal round Free throw shooting had been a rebounds, two blocks and a deflec- the third quarter. LaCorte began the against Roselle Catholic. problem for the 12-8 Blue Devils but tion. quarter with a 3-pointer and Remley Cranford meanwhile will set its sights not this time as they combined to sink “I try to contribute as much as I ended it with a 3-pointer. on a trip to Voorhees in Glen Gardner Alex Lowe for The Westfield Leader and The Times 20 of 28 shots (71 percent) and 15 of can. It may not be points, but I get The fourth quarter began with a 2- ON GUARD...Blue Devil Danielle Rinaldi, No. 1, guards Cougar Lindsay Pace, for their first round match up in the state their 17 points in the fourth quarter assists, rebounds as much as I can,” pointer from Cougar Mike Smith (7 No. 13, as Cougar Bela Speers, No. 24, tries to get open. playoffs scheduled for March 3. came from the charity line and the Murray said. points, 5 rebounds) then LaCorte Westfield, the fifth seed in the North 2, its second game in less than 24 hours, where we got a little lax on defense. primary shooter was senior point Speaking of fair share, Cougar jun- matched it. From that point, the Blue Group IV bracket will host 12th seeded guard Dan Mitchell (3 assists, 6 re- ior guard Hunter Remley had more Devils’ remaining 15 points were all having just defeated Scotch Plains- And it has really been the story of our Dickinson on March 2. Fanwood in a physical Union County season so far. Four consistent quar- Westfield 16 12 8 12 48 Tournament first round contest. ters of play is what we need to win Cranford 11 6 12 10 39 “A fast turn around is definitely a games and that has eluded us this challenge,” said Westfield Head season.” Coach Liz McKeon. “But our girls Westfield gradually built the ad- St. Bart’s Softball show a lot of heart and played well vantage to 10 points after Jacqueline Applications Due 2/28 today. I really don’t know when we’ll Knapp hit a three-point basket to make have our girls back at full strength. it 23-13, midway through the second St. Bartholomew Oldtimers We just have to keep playing hard in period. Another 3-point bomb, this Men’s Softball League veterans their absence.” time from Olivia Luzzi with :11 to should submit their applications for Westfield (13-7) got off to a fast play made it 28-17 heading into the the 2015 season by February 28. start in building a 7-2 lead midway halftime break. Registration can be done through through the opening period. Cerys One thing that makes Westfield our website or by mail. On March MacLaelland (16 points, 6 rebounds) successful is that they rarely give the 1, available spots will be filled from kept Cranford (4-16) within hailing opponent a chance to get back into the waiting list. the game once they’ve established The St. Bartholomew Oldtimers Softball League has openings for Reading is Good For You control. The Blue Devils kept the pressure on in the third quarter with men over 30 years of age. You will Scott scoring on a jump shot and meet many people from the area Shannon Devitt scoring on an inside because we change teams every move to the basket to stretch the lead year by having a player draft. Team to 32-17. captains pick names out of a hat. From there, the Cougars were in Applications are available at the chase mode. Cranford managed to Scotch Plains Music Center in draw within seven points at 34-27 Scotch Plains and Family Investors after back-to-back three point bas- in Fanwood. An application can kets by Sarah Ross and Lindsay Pace also down-loaded from the league goleader.com/subscribe late in the quarter. But Scott would website at score Westfield’s next six points to www.stbartssoftball.com.

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times ALWAYS ON GUARD...Blue Devil Owen Murray, No. 15, guards Cougar Luke Christiano, No. 11, while Blue Devil Danny Blue Devils Nip Raiders in UCT 1st Round, 46-42 Mitchell, No. 13, watches Cougar Will Smith in the Union County Tournament second round game. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 bounds), who hit 12 in the quarter and than his share with 11 rebounds and from the charity line, which included The Blue Devils answered with with :38 to play. the floor and freshman guard Brianna finished with 16 points. 15 points, including a pair of 3-point- Mitchell’s 12 and three from Murray. back-to-back 3-pointers from “We were trying to foul them ear- O’Brien hit a 3-pointer tightening the “It’s honestly been a struggle of ers. The Cougars added seven more points Danielle Rinaldi and Scott to make lier, we just did not get the calls as fast score, 44-42, with :11 to play. Scott ours this season, and it’s good com- “He knocked down some shots in the quarter, five from the charity line. the score 24-23 then Grace Elliott hit as we would have liked,” said was fouled and delivered the finish- ing down the stretch to be able to hit early. He rebounded well for us. He “We struggled shooting the ball. a pair of free throws to give the Blue Mammolite. “It was a tough position ing blow by sinking both free throws. free throws. We are going to need played a pretty good game,” Coach We were only up six at the half, but Devils the lead. The Raiders, how- to be in because we did not want to “We definitely gutted this one out,” them, because if we don’t hit free Huber said. it’s good to show that we stayed in ever, closed the half with four straight get called for an intentional and have said Scott. “In the second half, our throws, we are not going to beat any “He can jump a little bit. You just this game. We didn’t lose focus com- points to grab a 28-25 lead. them shooting two and getting the girls, Shannon (Devitt) and Olivia of these powerhouses,” Mitchell said. got to get a body on him,” Murray ing out at the half. We came out The two teams slogged through a ball afterwards.” (Luzzi), did a great job of shutting “So it’s good to get some confidence said. strong and we were able to finish this defensive minded third quarter which Luzzi missed her free throw but down their two big girls inside. Still from the line this game.” Cougar junior Sean Leonard began game early into that half, whereas ended fittingly with the score tied at Devitt grabbed the rebound. Downing we needed to execute well in the ball Blue Devil junior Owen Murray the game with a 3-pointer and Remley earlier in the year, we would prob- 34-34. The back and forth continued quickly fouled Devitt, who drained control offense and hit our free throws had a field night finding the right hit a three and a pair of free throws, ably have let them hang around. It well into the final quarter with the both free throws, making the score, in the final minute to seal the win. It teammate to pass the ball to and fin- but the Blue Devils took a three-point shows the maturity of the team being score tied at 38-38 until Scott stepped 42-39, with 0:34 remaining. The Raid- was a great game.” ished with eight assists. lead in the quarter until Cougar Luke able to finish them in the second to the foul line for a pair of free throws ers were forced to foul again with :22 Devitt (7 rebounds, 3 blocks), “Basically we try to get to the rim Christiano banged a 2-pointer at the half,” Mitchell said. with 2:02 remaining and sank both. remaining. Jacqueline Knapp nailed Knapp (4 steals, 3 assists) and Luzzi as much as we can. With the shooters buzzer to make the score, 11-10. “You make free throws and lay- Dwunfour then drew a foul with both free throws for a 44-39 lead. (4 assists) each finished with eight that we have. If I am getting played Murray scored five points in the ups, you are going to win a lot of 1:50 left and missed her first shot but “I think in the final quarter we got points. Battle finished with 10 points hard, I can always trust the guys on second quarter and so did Remley, games and that’s what they did in the sank the second. a little sloppy with the ball,” said and nine rebounds, Taylor had eight the outside and get it out to them for but Hess’ and LaCorte’s back-to-back second half,” Coach Huber said. The Blue Devils executed a stall Raider junior guard Myasia Taylor. points and Downing had seven re- the three [pointer],” Murray said. threes gave Westfield the 26-20 lead “They are a good team.” offense, milking over a minute off the “We turned it over in some key spots bounds. Murray also had his share of re- at the half. Next on the UCT agenda for the bounds with nine and points with 12. Unlike in their first meeting on Blue Devil would be a showdown clock as the Raiders scrambled to and I think we lost our composure. I Sc Pl-Fanwood 13 15 6 8 42 steal the ball and ultimately had to don’t know why it happened. We’d Westfield 14 11 9 12 46 Sean Elliott (4 points) added six re- January 8 when the Cougars crawled with the Patrick School in the resort to fouling. The Raiders tried to been playing so well lately. It is dis- bounds, two blocked shots and three back from a 20-3, first-quarter deficit quarterfinal round. foul four times before Westfield was appointing.” Probitas Verus Honos deflections. Nick Mele (4 points, 2 to close within three points late in the Cranford 10 10 11 9 40 in the bonus. Finally, they got Luzzi From there, the Raiders raced down assists) pulled five rebounds and game before losing, 45-37, the Blue Westfield 11 15 15 17 58 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 26, 2015 Page 13

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times DISTRICT 11 CHAMP AT 160-LBS...Blue Devil Jarek Gozdieski, left, squares BAR AND A HALF...Raider senior Brian Lapham, top, works Cougar sopho- DISTRICT 11 CHAMP AT 152-LBS...Cougar senior Gavin Murray, top, won his off with Cougar Andrew Tompkins in the 160-lb championship bout. Gozdieski more Brian McGovern to his back using an arm bar/half nelson in the 145-lb title third District 11 title when he pinned Majid Abdur-Rahman (Rahway) in 2:53. won the 160-lb crown with a 7-0 decision over Tompkins. bout. Lapham also won the 145-lb title last year. In the photo above, Murray controls Gerson Gonzalez (Linden) in the semis. Cougars Repeat as Champs, Raiders Second, Blue Devils Fifth at District 11 Mat Tournament CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 THIRD PLACE: “I was really confused how I didn’t Blue Devil Chris Hoerle, after re- Raider Jack Cannon. 1 decision over Gerson Gonzalez (L). 120: — DiGiovanni (C) md Cannon (S) 9- 106: — Anaya (E) p Montero (B), 6:00 get any points. You just got to keep cording a quick 45 second pin in the Cannon reached the title bout with Cougar Niko Cappello claimed his 0 113: — Korkmaz (S) d Rutere (R), 5-3 126: — Scorese (C) md Philippe (S), 9-0 120: — Stuckey (E) won inj. default wrestling. You can’t change what’s quarterfinals, earned a trip to the 113- a 2-0 decision over Antonio Santoni third district title with a 9-3 decision 132: — Concina (C) d Jefferson (R), 8-2 already happened,” Beirne said. “He’s lb title bout when he edged Rony (R). Cannon made several attempts to over Raider Jaylen Bryant at 182-lbs. 126: — Fuller (W) p Arrendondo (L), 1:53 138: — Beirne (S) p Busch (C), 3:08 132: — Murphy (B) d Cunningham (S), 7-2 lanky. It’s always close between us. I Rutere (R), 1-0. After a scoreless first turn Santoni to his back. Cappello used his patented single-leg 145: — Lapham (S) p McGovern (C), 5:26 138: — Kalimtzis (W) d Lovensky (R), 7-4 am happy to win my first district period, Hoerle escaped in the second “I tried to grind it out. I knew I had back-trip takedowns en route to the 152: — Murray (C) p Abdur-Rahman 145: — Winters (R) tf Wright (L), 20-3, 5:25 (R), 2:53 152: — Miller (W) d Gonzalez (L), 3-1 title.” then controlled Rutere the entire third the lead. I was trying to work for victory. 160: — Gozdieski (W) d Tompkins (C), 7-0 As to his sights to qualify for the period, constantly trying to turn him more points, so I could get a comfort- “I have been here three times, so I 160: — McCall (L) d Devia (S), 13-12 170: — Goodridge (R) d Savona (B), 10-3 170: — Pierre (L) d Anderson (W), 5-4 NJSIAA Tournament, Beirne said. to his back. able lead and wrestle from there. I wasn’t really nervous. I knew I’m 182: — Cappello (C) d Bryant (S), 9-3 182: — Rojas (E) d Vernot (L), 4-3 “That’s the plan. The number 1 goal “I am always trying to look to score. figured why not try a splaedle or half better on my feet. My original plan 195: — Mirabella (S) p Burns (L), 1:31 195: — McCallon (E) d Ballas (C), 8-7 220: — Saverio Salfcas (B) d Tobe (E), 4-3 220: — Spurlock (W) d Drake (R), 11-5 is to stand on the podium. I am amped Put the most points on the board, so or bar. Mix it up. I was trying to keep was take him down, let him up right Hwt: — Jackson (E) d Burgos (L), 6-4 for regions.” whatever I can do to put the most him guessing and make him uncom- away, but I thought I could get that Hwt: — Doran (C) d Webb (S), 3-1 Raider Brian Lapham won his sec- points, I go with it. So top, I am trying fortable,” Cannon said after his bout hammerlock across to hook the head, ond title at 145-lbs when he pinned to pin him in the last period,” Hoerle with Santoni. but he was a strong kid, so I went back Cougar Brian McGovern in 5:26 us- said. His only points came from a to my single, high crotch,” Cappello OLDWELL ANKER ing an arm bar/half nelson stack. In Although the first period was score- takedown. Cannon explained, “I ran explained. “It’s a big statement for C B & his semifinal bout, Lapham broke the less, Hoerle explained, “I was attack- a front head, went to the backside and Cranford, making it to the sectional E XPERIENCE, TRUST, RELIABILITY S ERVICE made sure I was on top and got the finals, winning the county tourna- two [points].” ment. Pushing nine out of 14 people Looking ahead to his title bout with to the finals is awesome.” DiGiovanni with the realization that Bryant reached the finals with a The Isoldi Collection he qualified for the region, Cannon wild, 11-8 decision over Hendrix said, “I am looking to win, but it’s Vernot (L). Cappello pinned Mike awesome that I already punched my Rojas (E) in 1:46 with an arm bar/half ticket.” nelson in the semis. Cougar Chris Scorese claimed his Alex Mirabella became the third second title when he tallied a 9-0, Raider senior to win a title when he major decision over Raider Jashmar used a pullback cradle to rock Khalil Philippe in the 126-lb finals. Philippe Burns (L) to sleep in 1:31 at 195-lbs. stunned Blue Devil John Fuller, 3-1, Mirabella, whose record rose to 29-2, in the semis when he performed a also won the 170-lb title last year. leaping, spinning takedown with 0:05 “It’s my go to move. It’s been a remaining. Fuller, however, pinned move I can really rely on. Even if I Javier Arrendondo (L) in 1:53 with a don’t get it the first time, I can get it as half nelson/smother to take third. the match goes on. If it ain’t broke, Cougar Vince Concina decisioned don’t fix it,” Mirabella said. Devin Jefferson (R), 8-2, for the 132- Mirabella began his bout with a lb crown. Cougar senior Gavin spin-around takedown. “It’s all hard 855 Dorian Road, Westfield $699,500 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Murray won his third district title in work in the room. Coach [Nick] Wonderfully maintained Colonial w/inviting front porch; formal LR w/ SEVERING RELATIONSHIPS...Cougar Chris Scorese, top, sets up a guillotine fashion when he stretched Majid Giannaci and coach [Marc] Fabiano fplc. flanked with built-ins; Formal DR w/French doors to FR; EIK, LL in his 126-lbs title bout with Raider Jashmar Phillippe. Scorese won, 9-0. Abdur-Rahman (R) to the mat in 2:53 go with me on our feet,” he said. using a double front grapevine at Having been the third Raider se- w/Rec Room & Laundry. Lovely lot w/paver patio. Conveniently situated Raiders’ all-time record for wins (125) ing the whole time. He was playing 152-lbs. nior to win a title, Mirabella added, “I close to schools, parks, town & NYC transportation. when he pinned Jatece Wright (L) in defense. I was trying to get a leg. He In a way, Murray could be consid- am so proud of them. We have been 3:44 with a headlock. wasn’t attacking much.” OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, March 1st • 1-4PM “I was confident I was going to Looking to his title bout with Dom win. I remember in December, I was Robinson (L), who he beat early in sitting on 99 wins and I lost that the season but dropped a 7-6 decision match going for 100, but I knew that in the section quarterfinal, Hoerle I had to focus more on wrestling than said. “I beat him the first time I the number,” Lapham said. wrestled him. Last time I got a little With reference to his bout with sloppy at the end.” McGovern and his stack pin, Lapham Aware that he already qualified for said, “That really wasn’t something I the Region 3 Tournament, Hoerle said, was looking to. I was looking to ride “I feel pretty good. Last year I came him out, get a tilt, but I saw him put one place short. It’s good to make it his arm out when I had a one-on-one. this year. I barred it up and went for it. I really In the title bout, Robinson recorded wanted to build on a counter offense. three takedowns to grab a 6-3 deci- I saw a lot of opportunities off bad sion. 850 Rahway Avenue, Westfield $885,000 shots, move to the side, try to get a leg At 160-lbs, Blue Devil Jarek and score, create my own offense on Gozdieski pinned Rahison McCall in Charming & Spacious Circa 1917 Colonial with wrap around front porch, theirs.” 4:59 with a Fireman’s takedown to fantastic FR addition, 3rd floor BR Retreat & more! Renovated for today’s Cougar Anthony Capece won the back to reach the finals to face Cou- lifestyle while retaining the finely crafted period details. Spacious 1/3 106-lb title when he blended three gar Andrew Tompkins, who he beat acre lot with 2 car detached garage. takedowns, two nearfalls via cradle in an overtime squeaker a few weeks David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times and an escape to claim a 14-3, major ago. This time, Gozdieski made good PULLBACK CRADLE...Raider Alex Mirabella, top, sets up a cradle on Cougar decision over Sabri Murray (E). on his front headlock/walk-around Nick Ballas in his 195-lb semifinal bout. Mirabella won his second District title. takedowns to grab a 7-0 victory. PUBLIC NOTICE “He shot a nice shot, luckily I was ered a pioneer with this recent suc- wrestling together for a long time. TOWN OF WESTFIELD able to defend with a front headlock. cess in Cranford wrestling. “It’s cool, This is incredible that we can do this BOND ORDINANCE-SO 2202 He tried to spin away, I got the leg and because my dad started the PAL in at a high level.” STATEMENT AND SUMMARY got two. He was doing pretty well third grade and now it’s just a mon- Blue Devil Cotter Spurlock, after The bond ordinance, the summary terms defending the front headlock but I ster with 100 kids in PAL. To get to pinning Cougar Alex Esposito in 1:57, of which are included herein, has been was able to counter everything he the section finals, I think that last time dropped a 3-1 decision to Dave Tobe finally adopted by the Town Council of the Town of Westfield, in the County of Union, did,” Gozdieski said. “I think I did a was 1985, so it cool to be the captain (E) in the 220-lb semis but came back State of New Jersey, on February 24, lot of good things, but there’s still of this team with my best friend Nick to claim third with an 11-5 decision 2015, and the 20-day period of limitation stuff I can improve on if I want to Ballas and to have so much success,” over Justin Drake (R). Cougar heavy- within which a suit, action or proceeding continue this season.” said Murray, who added,” this is my weight Kevin Doran recorded a 3-1 questioning the validity of such ordinance can be commenced, as provided in the Cougar Tom DiGiovanni won his third district title, but I will take a decision over Raider JT Webb to place Local Bond Law, has begun to run from the second district crown when he topped state title any day over four districts.” third. date of the first publication of this state- off his 120-lb title bout with a single Blue Devil Jack Miller, who lost an CHAMPIONSHIP BOUTS: ment. Copies of the full ordinance are grapevine/Jacob’s hook nearfall to 8-7 heartbreaker to Abdur-Rahman 106: — Capece (C) md Murray (R), 14-3 available, at no cost and during regular 113: — Robinson (R) d Hoerle (W), 6-3 827 Lambert’s Mill Road, Westfield $1,250,000 business hours, at the Clerk’s office for claim a 9-0, major decision over in the semis, grabbed third with a 3- members of the general public who re- A circular driveway leads to the covered front entry of this stunning Center quest the same. The summary of the Hall Colonial. Nestled on professionally landscaped grounds, across terms of such bond ordinance follows: from the Shackamaxon Country Club, this fabulous and expansive home TITLE: BOND ORDINANCE The Proven Professional TO AUTHORIZE THE UNDER- is loaded with amenities - sure to impress. 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PUBLICATION CLASSIFIEDS Fanwood Recreation to Begin String Orchestra Program SNOW PLOWING SERVICE CHILDCARE NEEDED the Highland Park Public Schools. Snow Plowing for the region. Nannies - Housekeepers FANWOOD — The Fanwood Recreation Department will She has an extensive background Call or text Phil at BabyNurses Needed in both conducting and perform- (908) 246-9448 Live-in / -out, Full/Part-time launch a new music program start- ing Friday, March 6. This 12-ses- ing music and has taught elemen- Solid References Required. tary- to high-school students as FIREWOOD CALL (732) 972-4090 sion program will offer different levels of orchestral instruction in well as adults. Her High School Split & seasoned hardwood. Stock www.absolutebestcare.com Orchestra has performed at is 90% oak, seasoned for violin, viola, cello and bass for SEAMSTRESS NEEDED everyone from third graders to Carnegie Hall and at Lincoln Cen- minimum 7 mos. Full Cord $180, ter. Half $110. Free local delivery. Experienced seamstress needed adults. The program will conclude with a concert in the Scotch Plains- “As a community orchestra, our Heron's Tree Service for a new start up toy company. mission is to inspire children and Call Jim (908) 757-3318 Contact Kate if interested by Fanwood High School auditorium. “String Orchestra is not offered adults through the love of music, Email [email protected] encouraging one another to show PUBLIC NOTICE or Phone (908) 389-0451 in the local public schools, so this program would provide a new out- love and do good works as a way TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS TALENT DAY CARE let for music education for com- to strengthen and give back to our PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TRENTON TRIP...Members and friends of the College Woman’s Club of Westfield’s munity members,” said Fanwood community,” said Ms. Feng. that the following Ordinance was passed A new day care center in Westfield. on first reading by the Township Council of “Museum Mavens” interest group visited the New Jersey State House November Recreation Director Bob The 12-session course fee is $250. Mon - Fir, 7am - 7pm., We accept 12 for a guided tour that featured several behind-the-scenes stops, including the Some students may qualify for a the Township of Scotch Plains, County of ages 2 1/2 - 6 yrs. Ed Classes, Hot Budiansky. Union, New Jersey on the 17th of February governor’s offices, annex and the floors of the senate and assembly, pictured. scholarship to the program. For lunch, Outside Play, Nap & Snacks Scotch Plains resident Hsin- 2015, and that said Ordinance will be con- Afterwards, the group enjoyed lunch at Grounds for Sculpture in nearby Hamilton. Ting Feng will direct the program. more information and to register, sidered for final adoption at a meeting of included. (908) 698-9163 Tatyana The club’s annual luncheon fundraiser to benefit its scholarship program will be the said Township Council to be held in the Ms. Feng directs the nationally interested community members can [email protected] held on Wednesday, March 25, at Westfield’s Echo Lake Country Club. For more visit fanwoodrecreation.org. Council Chambers, 430 Park Avenue, on information on membership or scholarships, visit cwclubwestfield.com. recognized orchestra program at the 17th day of March 2015 at 7:00 p.m., at FITNESS EQUIPMENT FOR SALE which time and place a public hearing will be held prior to final passage of said Ordi- Body By Jake “Trainer To The St. Pat’s Day Fundraiser Is nance and all interested persons will be Stars” FIRMFLEX Total Body Westfield Area Y to Hold given an opportunity to be heard concern- Trainer. Complete Workout Exer- ing the same. Copies of said Ordinance can be obtained from the Township Clerk’s cise Bench. Space Saving De- March 7 In Fanwood Office at any time prior to final adoption at sign. Adjustable Height and Re- Annual Achievers Banquet Plains/Fanwood Raiders Booster no cost to any member of the general sistance. Excellent Condition. WESTFIELD — The Westfield Ms. Dixon played professionally in FANWOOD – The fifth annual St. public who requests same. Club, Mara’s Café and Bakery, Be $100.Call(908)654-6091 Area Y will host its 17th Annual Europe. She also helped the U.S. Patrick’s Day Fundraiser will be held ORDINANCE NO. 2015-1 on Saturday, March 7, at the Fanwood Craftful and many other downtown Achievers Fundraising and Recogni- World Championship Team collect a Fanwood businesses. Tickets are $7 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FREELANCERS WANTED Train Station from 12:30 to 9:30 p.m., tion Banquet on Friday, March 6, Gold Medal and qualified for the in advance and $10 at the door; chil- FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION from 7 to 11 p.m., at L’Affaire Fine Olympics in 2002. She was on her jointly sponsored by O’Brian’s IN THE TOWNSHIP OF Strong, detail-oriented writers dren under the age of 5 will be admit- Catering, located at 1099 Route 22 way to becoming an Olympian but Pourhouse and the Fanwood Busi- SCOTCH PLAINS OF THE with professional demeanor ness and Professional Association to ted for free. “FIVE YEAR TAX EXEMPTION needed to cover local East, Mountainside. This was cut short by an in- AND ABATEMENT LAW” benefit the Scotch Plains-Fanwood “While this event has been spon- government meetings. Must be year the banquet will fea- jury during the Olympic sored by one business for the past PURSUANT TO N.J.S.A. ture “Words of Wisdom: year. She is now retired Music Boosters. 40A:21-1, ET. SEQ. able to meet deadlines, know four years, I really wanted to make Travel as a Supplement from the WNBA and is a This family event will highlight ORDINANCE NO. 2015-2 how to write a lead, and take Irish food, music and dancing, in- this a true community event,” said an active interest in their beats to Education,” presented successful entrepreneur. AN ORDINANCE ABOLISH- cluding the Moonglowers, Brian Brian Walter, owner of Oh’Brian’s in order to develop news by Professional Triple The original Black Pourhouse and president of the ING THE RECREATION COM- Threat Artist Mansa K. Achievers, now the Kennedy and the Bloody Callans Irish MISSION OF THE TOWNSHIP stories. Please email Band. The event will be held in a Fanwood Business and Professional OF SCOTCH PLAINS AND resume and clips to: Mussa and the keynote Westfield Y Achievers Association. “Having the Fanwood ESTABLISHING A DEPART- speaker, WNBA All Star program, began at the large, heated tent on the North Av- MENT OF RECREATION FOR [email protected] enue side of the Fanwood Train Sta- BPA as a co-sponsor seemed the best Tamecka Dixon. Westfield Area Y 17 way to do that.” THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH Mr. Mussa is a visual years ago and matches tion. Various vendors will offer hot PLAINS. food, Irish and domestic beers, and “This is an event that the whole DEYCI’S CLEANING SERVICES artist, arts educator and youth with achieving Af- town can enjoy,” Mayor Colleen Mahr ORDINANCE NO. 2015-3 Are you tired? Let me help you! arts consultant. A native rican-American and there will be a silent auction with AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND Experience & Excellent Work prizes donated by many local busi- said. “We can all come out and be of Paterson, he has used Tamecka Dixon other minority profes- ‘Irish,’ support the SP-F Music Boost- SECTION 2-20 (FIRE DE- Residential, Apartments, the camera to document sionals as role models in nesses. Local officials, the Emerald PARTMENT, ESTABLISH- ers, and enjoy all the family activi- Commercial, Offices the unfolding of human events in the an effort to raise the academic stan- Society and Sons of St. Patrick will MENT AND REGULATIONS) Free Estimates 100% Guaranteed ties. This is a very successful event IN CHAPTER II (ADMINISTRA- United States, the Caribbean, Africa dards of young people, expose stu- be on hand to participate. References Available and we hope to break attendance TION) OF THE REVISED GEN- and Europe for the past 38 years. He dents to diverse career options and Tickets are available at Oh’ Brian’s ERAL ORDINANCES OF THE (908) 510-2542 Pourhouse, Seafare Chippery, Scotch records this year.” TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH currently teaches various arts courses inspire them to reach their goals. PLAINS TO PROVIDE FOR for Arts Horizons, the Newark Mu- Achievers also participate in com- THE APPOINTMENT OF A seum, Global Arts to Go, Art for Kids munity service activities, celebrate Wednesday Morning Club DEPUTY CHIEF AND TO Probitas Verus Honos and Arts Unbound, and has devel- their history, culture and traditions AMEND THE PROVISIONS oped a system for teaching art to and receive college prep tutoring and PERTAINING TO SMOKE- PUBLIC NOTICE SENSITIVE ALARM DEVICES. adolescents, special-needs students essay assistance. Plans Salute to the Irish SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD ORDINANCE NO. 2015-4 and adults. The Achievers program is funded BOARD OF EDUCATION In addition to playing in the WNBA, in large part by this annual banquet. CRANFORD — St. Patrick’s Day Crafts Department will meet on Tues- AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND NOTICE OF MEETINGS Funds raised by the banquet go di- will be celebrated a little early when day, March 17, at 10 a.m., at the SECTION 17-4 (UNIFORM (In Compliance with OPEN PUBLIC PUBLIC NOTICE the Wednesday Morning Club meets Cranford Community Center. Mem- FIRE CODE ENFORCEMENT) MEETINGS ACT - Chapter 231) rectly to the program and scholar- IN CHAPTER XVII (FIRE PRE- *ADDENDUM TO REGULARLY SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY ships, enabling youth to participate on March 4, at 10 a.m., at the Cranford ber Anne Castellano will demonstrate VENTION) OF THE REVISED SCHEDULED MEETINGS* CHANCERY DIVISION for little or no cost. The cost for this Community Center, located at 220 art techniques. GENERAL ORDINANCES OF UNION COUNTY A Board/PTA Roundtable Discussion will event is $75 for general admission; Walnut Avenue. A program celebrat- Coming on Wednesday, March 18, THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH DOCKET NO. F-048276-14 ing the Irish will be presented by the members will meet at 1 p.m. at PLAINS TO PROVIDE FOR be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2015 at FILE NO. 19303-14 Neighboring Achievers, $25, and Terrill Middle School, 1301 Terrill Road, THE REVISION OF THE FEE college students, $50. Journal ads Literature Department, chaired by Kilkenny House, where they will hear Scotch Plains at 7:30 p.m. for a “Meet & NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANT FOR A CERTIFICATE OF FIRE can be purchased in all sizes and need Edith Coogan. The board will meet at about “Barry’s Journey to America.” INSPECTION AND TO REVISE Greet” coffee and question/answer and (L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: discussion period on various topics of con- to be submitted with camera-ready 9:30 a.m. Co-presidents Dot The Wednesday Morning Club is CERTAIN PERMIT FEES. JAMES GANTT; MRS. JAMES Conheeney and Barbara Jackson will geared toward mature women living cern. GANTT, WIFE OF JAMES artwork or a business card no later BOZENA LACINA, RMC 1 T - 2/26/15, The Times Fee: $14.79 GANTT; ALMAR; than Tuesday, March 3. conduct both meetings. in Union County who have recently Municipal Clerk Bernadette Murphy, director of retired or left the workplace and are 1 T - 2/26/15, The Times Fee: $60.69 PUBLIC NOTICE YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND For advertising details, to reserve a REQUIRED to serve upon PELLEGRINO seat at the banquet, or to learn how to Project Ready at St. Joseph Social seeking new activities. Participants PUBLIC NOTICE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS AND FELDSTEIN, LLC, plaintiff’s attor- support the program, contact Janice Service Center in Elizabeth, will be enjoy getting together several times a neys, whose address is 290 Route 46 TOWN OF WESTFIELD NOTICE TO BIDDERS the guest speaker when the club’s month to exchange ideas and explore West, Denville, New Jersey, an Answer to A. Carthens at (908) 233-2700, ex- BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Public Affairs Department meets on areas of interest in the arts, literature NOTICE is hereby given that sealed bids the Complaint filed in a Civil Action, in tension no. 227, or by e-mail at The Board of Adjustment of the Town will be received by the Township of Scotch which FWDSL & ASSOCIATES L.P. is the [email protected] or Nadya Tuesday, March 10, in the home of and public affairs. For more informa- of Westfield, New Jersey will meet on Plains, in the County of Union, State of plaintiff and JAMES GANTT, ET ALS; are Lawrence at (908) 456-6409 or by e- Dot Conheeney at 1 p.m. tion and to attend a meeting, call March 9, 2015 in the Council Chambers at New Jersey, at the office of the Township defendants, pending in the Superior Court The club’s American Arts and Diane Hickey at (908) 272-8665. the Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Clerk, Scotch Plains Municipal Building, of New Jersey, Chancery Division, UNION mail at [email protected]. Street, Westfield, New Jersey at 7:30 p.m. 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New County and bearing Docket No. F-048276- to hear and consider the following appeal Jersey, 07076 (ATTN: Bozena Lacina, 14 within thirty-five (35) days after Febru- PUBLIC NOTICE for bulk (c) and/or (d) variance relief from Township Clerk) on or before Tuesday, ary 26, 2015 exclusive of such date. If you The Westfield Adult School requirements of the Westfield Land Use April 28, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. prevailing fail to answer or appear in accordance with TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Ordinance. time or as soon thereafter as the matter Rule 4:4-6, Judgment by Default may be REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS may be reached, for “BULKY WASTE rendered against you for relief demanded David & Hilary Crall, 1005 Kimball 2015 MUNICIPAL PROSECUTOR Seeks Community Support COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL” in ac- in the Complaint. You shall file your An- Avenue, East. Applicant is seeking ap- cordance with the Specifications and In- swer and Proof of Service in duplicate with In accordance with the N.J. Local Public proval to construct two two-story additions WESTFIELD – Established in meet their expenses, have been forced formation to Bidders prepared by the Town- the Clerk of the Superior Court of New Contracts Law and N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 contrary to Section 12.04G of the Land 1938, the Westfield Adult School to close, and WAS is working hard to ship. At that time and place, such bids will Jersey, Hughes Justice Complex - CN et. seq., the Township of Scotch Plains Use Ordinance. Ordinance allows a maxi- be publicly opened and read aloud. No 971, Trenton, New Jersey 08625, in accor- (“Township”), County of Union, a munici- (WAS), a non-profit organization keep its doors open. mum all improvement coverage of 20%/ bids shall be received other than at the dance with the Rules of Civil Practice and pal corporation of the State of New Jersey, serving Westfield and more than 20 To reinvigorate itself, the Westfield 9,765 square feet. Proposed is 28.84%/ time and place herein designated for their Procedure. is soliciting professional service proposals 14,048 square feet. surrounding communities, offers in- Adult School is asking for help in the receipt, unless mailed to the Township You are further advised that if you are though a fair and open process. The Town- dividuals the chance to learn in a following ways: signing up for a class Rachel & Mark Lipschutz, 181 Lin- Clerk for receipt at the designated time unable to obtain an attorney you may com- ship will require the following services for coln Road. Applicant is seeking approval and place. municate with the Lawyer Referral Service the balance of the 2015 calendar year relaxed and enjoyable setting at a or two; talented and civic-minded to construct a pool enclosure contrary to Copies of the Bid Documents may be of the County of Venue and that if you prorated at an annual salary of $18,000.00: reasonable price. Its Spring 2015 se- members with expertise in marketing, Section 13.02D5 of the Land Use Ordi- obtained during regular business hours cannot afford an attorney, you may com- Municipal Prosecutor mester catalog, available at fund-raising, public relations and with nance. Ordinance requires a 6 foot solid from the Township Clerk upon payment of municate with the Legal Services Office of An original and eight (8) copies of your WestfieldAdultSchool.com, lists over computer expertise, as well as inter- fence for a pool enclosure. Proposed is a $50 for each complete set of documents, the County of Venue. The telephone num- sealed responses to this request for pro- 6 foot tongue and groove wood fence with which sum is non-refundable. Written ques- ber of such agencies are as follows: Law- posals must be submitted to the Township 125 courses on various topics such as ested community members with other a lattice topper, a 5 foot high wrought iron tions regarding the bid specifications may yer Referral Service 908-353-4715 - Legal of Scotch Plains, Office of the Municipal Business and Finance, Arts and Crafts, skills, to serve on the board; new in- style aluminum gate across the driveway be submitted to the Bozena Lacina, Town- Services Office 908-354-4340. Clerk, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, Fun and Games, Cuisine and Cook- structors (volunteer and paid) and new and a 5 foot high wrought iron style alumi- ship Clerk, at 430 Park Avenue, Scotch THE ACTION has been instituted for the New Jersey 07076 by no later than 10:00 ing, and Music and Photography. course ideas; and financial donations. num section connecting the 6 foot wood Plains, New Jersey 07076 on or before purpose of foreclosing the following tax AM local prevailing time on Friday, March fence to the house. April 17, 2015. sale certificate: 13, 2015 at which time and place responses Among the new WAS classes for For more information about join- A certified check, cashier’s check or bid 1. A certain tax certificate 12-201, sold are scheduled to be opened by the Munici- Spring 2015 are Golf for Beginners, ing the board, contact Randy Michael Amaroso & Lisa Saverd, 465 bond in the amount of ten per cent (10%) on 12/6/2011, dated 12/8/2011, and was pal Manager or his designee. Topping Hill Road. Applicant is seeking Table Tennis, Internet Security, and Rosenfeld at (908) 789-1419 or by e- of the bid, but in no case in excess of recorded on 12/28/2011 in Book 13237 at Each sealed envelope containing a pro- approval to install a fence on a corner How to Organize Your Home. Most mail at [email protected]. twenty thousand dollars ($20,000), must Page 662, made by MARIA GLAVAN, posal shall be plainly marked on the out- property contrary to section 12.07C of the be submitted with the bid guaranteeing Collector of Taxes of PLAINFIELD, and side to clearly show the specific service for classes are held on Monday nights at Those interested in teaching a course Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance allows a that if a contract is awarded, the bidder State of New Jersey to FWDSL & ASSOCI- which an individual or firm is submitting a Westfield High School, and course are asked to send an e-mail to maximum fence height 4 feet on a corner shall execute the contract. Bidders must ATES L.P. and subsequently assigned to proposal. The proposals will be evaluated property where the fence is located closer lengths vary from one to eight ses- [email protected] or ro call also submit a Consent of Surety with the plaintiff, FWDSL & ASSOCIATES L.P.. by the Mayor and Council of the Township to the street than the principal structure. sions. The semester will begin Mon- (908) 232-4050. bid, wherein the Surety agrees to furnish a This covers real estate located in of Scotch Plains and contracts awarded Proposed is a fence height of 5 feet. performance bond if the Bidder is awarded PLAINFIELD, County of UNION, and State based on (1) individual or firm experience day, March 9. Donations can be mailed to: Jacqueline Stelling, 146 Harrison the contract. Based on historical informa- of New Jersey, known as LOT 30 BLOCK and reputation in the field (a copy of the To operate, the WAS relies solely Westfield Adult School Association, Avenue. Applicant is seeking approval to tion, and not as a projection of the number 550 as shown on the Tax Assessment Map resume of each individual performing the on class fees, registration fees and P.O. Box 606, Westfield, N.J. 07091. construct a single story addition contrary of permits that may be included in the 2015 and Tax Map duplicate of PLAINFIELD. work is to be included), (2) knowledge of donations. As revenues have not kept Donors should indicate whether they to Section 11.09E14 of the Land Use Ordi- Spring Cleanup program, in 2014 the Town- and concerns premises commonly known the Township of Scotch Plains and subject nance. Ordinance requires a one car ga- ship issued 933 permits for bulky waste as 922-24 WEST 6TH STREET, matters to be addressed under the con- up with rising expenses, WAS ur- wish to have their support noted in rage. Existing and proposed is no garage. pickup and disposal. There is no guaran- PLAINFIELD, New Jersey. tract; (3) availability to accommodate any gently needs the financial support of the WAS Fall 2015 “Donor Acknowl- tee that the number of pickups for the 2015 YOU, JAMES GANTT, are made party required meetings; (4) compensation pro- Brad & Mary Schwarz, 409 Harrison the community in order to continue. edgment” section of the catalog or Spring Cleanup will be greater or lesser defendant to the above foreclosure action posal; (5) at least 2 references with ad- Avenue. Applicant is seeking approval to Many area adult schools, unable to would prefer to remain anonymous. than 2014. However, for the purposes of because you are the owner of a property dress and phone number; (6) a certifica- construct a rear attic dormer addition con- determining the amount of the contract for which is the subject of the above entitled tion that no immediate relatives of any trary to Section 11.09E8 of the Land Use PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE bonding purposes, Bidder should multiply action. principal of the firm is employed by, or Ordinance. Ordinance allows a maximum its Total Bid Price times the number of YOU, MRS. JAMES GANTT, WIFE OF serve as elected officials of the Township NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION building height of 2.5 stories. Proposed is permits issued in 2014. JAMES GANTT, are made party defen- of Scotch Plains; (7) an explanation as to DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES a building height of 3 stories. The successful bidder shall be required dant to the above foreclosure action be- when each individual performing work re- 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 600 Erika & Erik Qualben, 739 Coleman to submit a Performance Bond in a sum cause plaintiff has been unable to deter- ceived his or her license to practice in this TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 Place. Applicant is seeking approval to equal to one hundred per cent (100%) of mine whether defendant JAMES GANTT State; (8) a copy of the firm’s Certificate of Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received via the Internet until 10:00:59 construct a two story addition contrary to the full amount of the contract. Such Per- is married, and if married, the name of Liability Insurance; (9) a copy of the firm’s A.M. on 3/17/15, downloaded, and publicly opened and read, from Bidders classified Sections 11.09E6 and 11.09E14 of the formance Bond must be furnished by the JAMES GANTT’s spouse. If JAMES Business Registration Certificate; and (1) under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et seq.; in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance requires successful bidder simultaneously with the GANTT is married, the plaintiff joins MRS. Submission of the information required in Building, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, a side yard setback of 10 feet. Proposed delivery of the executed contract. JAMES GANTT, WIFE OF JAMES GANTT this RFP. New Jersey 08625; for: is 9.4 feet. Ordinance requires a one car Bidders are required to comply with the as a defendant for any possessory or mari- All contracts pursuant to the fair and Traffic Signal Relamping North Region-2015, Various Locations Including garage. Proposed is no garage. requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. tal rights you may have. open process will be awarded by resolu- Counties of Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Hunterdon, Middlesex, Morris, Passaic, and N.J.A.C. 17:27 and all other appli- YOU, ALMAR, are made party defen- tion and require a majority vote of the Tow Somerset, Sussex, Union and Warren, 100% State, DP No: 15411 Ronald Snyder, 839 Nancy Way. Ap- cable statutes, laws or regulations. dant to the above foreclosure action be- ship Council at a public meeting. In addi- Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 (P.L 1975, c. plicant is seeking approval to construct an Bidders are required to submit a valid cause on May 26, 2005, Almar, recorded tion to full compliance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A- 127); N.J.A.C. 17:27. addition to the garage contrary to Section Business Registration Certificate from the a Tax Sale Certificate against Gantt, 20.4 et seq. (“Pay to Play”), individuals or Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.19, contractors must provide a Certification and 11.06E6 and 11.06E13 of the Land Use State of New Jersey Department of Trea- James, for a debt of $ 845.62, sold on firms awarded contracts under these pro- Disclosure of Political Contribution Form prior to contract award. Ordinance. Ordinance requires a side yard sury, Division of Revenue. April 1, 2005 for unpaid taxes/utility cedures will be required to comply with Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, contractor must submit the Department of Treasury, setback of 12.5 feet. Proposed is 11.58 Each bid shall be enclosed in a sealed charges for the year(s) 2004 recorded N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 and N.J.A.C. 17:27-4 Division of Revenue Business Registration of the contractor and any named subcontrac- feet. Ordinance allows a maximum con- envelope addressed to the Township Clerk, in the UNION County Clerk’s/Register’s (Affirmative Action and Equal Employment tors prior to contract award or authorization. tinuous wall length in a zoning side of 25 bearing the name and address of the bid- Office in Mortgage Book 11177 at page Opportunity), 42 U.S. C. Section 12101 et. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.51, contractors must be registered with the New Jersey feet. Proposed is 38.17 feet. der, upon which shall be designated: 578, dated April 11, 2005. Said lien is seq. (American with Disabilities Act of Department of Labor, Division of Wage and hour Compliance at the time of bid. Variances, waivers or exceptions from “BID- BULKY WASTE COLLECTION subordinate to the Tax Sale Certificate 1990), N.J.S.A. 52:25-24.2 (Disclosure of Plans, specifications, and bidding information for the proposed work are available at Bid certain site plan details or relief from re- AND DISPOSAL” being foreclosed herewith. Ownership) and N.J.S.A. 52:32-44 (Busi- Express website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To subscribe quirements may be sought as appropriate. The Township reserves the right to re- DATED: February 20, 2015 ness Registration). follow the instructions on the website. Fees apply to downloading documents and plans Plans and application are on file in the ject any and all bids under the provisions of Michelle M. Smith, Clerk Any questions regarding this notice and bidding access. The fee schedule is available on the web site. All fees are directly office of the Town Engineer, 959 North N.J.S.A. 40A:11-13.2. Superior Court of New Jersey should be directed to the Township of payable to Bid Express. Plans, specifications, and bidding information may be inspected Avenue West, Westfield, New Jersey and By Order of the Township of Scotch PELLEGRINO & FELDSTEIN, L.L.C. Scotch Plains, Office of the Municipal (BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our Design Field Offices at the may be seen Monday through Friday from Plains, in the County of Union and State of Denville Law Center Manager, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, following locations: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. New Jersey. 290 Route 46 West New Jersey 07076, (908) 322-6700. 200 Stierli Court One Executive Campus Rt 70 West Kathleen Nemeth Alexander Mirabella Denville, New Jersey 07834 Alexander Mirabella Mt. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 26, 2015 Page 15 MS Education Association Seeks Volunteers for Barclays Honor Roll MOUNTAINSIDE – The To register, visit https:// Mountainside Education Foundation events.r2it.com/volunteer/barclays/ Edison Intermediate School - 2nd Marking Period (MEF) is partnering with The 2015/ and be sure to select Mountainside Barclays 2015 golf tournament to Education Foundation as your “Affili- help raise much-needed funds for ation/Organization” from the drop- Grade 7 Sternberg, Ashley Stone, Dylan enrichment programs to benefit the down menu. For more information Distinguished Honor Roll Sturdevant, Hasumi Tanemori, Jakob Mountainside School District. The about volunteer duties, visit Kaleb Amarante, Matthew Arndt, Tannenbaum, Katherine Troutman, Barclays golf tournament will be barclaysvolunteers.pgatourhq.com. Kathryn Bartlett, Evan Branagan, Sivaji Turimella, Roberto Uehara, played at Plainfield Country Club The Barclays is proud to have do- Carly Burke, Rachel Centurion- Brianna Vaca, Brian Viscido, Kevin from August 25 to 30. The Barclays nated over $45 million to charity Rocha, Eliana Cestero, Valerie Chang, Vricella-Stokes, Tristan Waddell, is the first playoff event in the FedEx since its inception in 1967. All tour- Matthew Chen, Helen Chinn, Tho- Jake Waldman, Connor Walsh, Sophia cup. nament proceeds are donated back to mas Chirichella, Gabrielle Cho, Wayner, Alex Weinberg, Jakob White, Through its partnership with The local charities. The Mountainside Madeline Cohen, Julia Colleran, Ari Wolf, Ryan Zadrozny Barclays, the MEF is offering a chance Education Foundation supports the Christopher Composto, John Grade 8 to volunteer with the tournament. A Mountainside public schools. Dur- Czarnecki, Tyler Devitt, Taylor Distinguished Honor Roll $75 registration fee includes daily ing the 2014-2015 school year, some Dombalis, Caroline Dwyer, Eric Tahani Ahmed, Kathryn access to the tournament for you and of the programs the MEF funded or Elizes, Colin Elliott, Mark Falletta, Armstrong, Julianne Aronson, Natalie PERFECT SCORES...Westfield High School has been notified that eight stu- a guest, a logoed polo shirt and cap, partially funded include: Blankets for Daniel Fox, Steven Freidenrich, Becker, Flora Blandl, Nicole and an invitation to the Volunteer Babies, Raz-Kids/Reading A to Z, Daniel Friedman, Ethan Friedman, Boutsikaris, Julia Burk, Kayla Butera, dents have achieved perfect scores in November and December 2014 on the SAT and ACT standardized tests widely used for college admission criteria. This Appreciation Party. Volunteers are Chromebooks, and a Keyboard Lab Julia Gagliardi, Harshita Garg, Lauren Andrew Caminiti, Katherine Ceraso, expected to work three six-hour shifts for the Middle School. For more Gaudin, Talia Gold, Cecilia Austin Chen, Colby Chen, Casey brings the total of perfect scores so far this school year to 24. The November SAT high scorers include, from left: Soo Min Chung – Korean with Listening; and Jian on their respective committees over information on the MEF, visit Guarnuccio, Matthew Guarnuccio, Cohen, Jack Colby, Isabella Cuccaro, Hong Liu – Chinese with Listening; and Daniel Mitchell – Math; December SAT the course of the tournament. mountainsideeducationfoundation.org. Allison Hess, Kurt Hu, Grace Jenna Daniel, Jillian DeBenedetto, – Jake Barrow – Math 2 and Julia Simpson – Writing; and December ACT – Hutchinson, Emily Isaacman, Daniella Deis, Massimo Del Pizzo, Jordan Hindes – Reading and Sarah Steiner – Reading. Missing from photo is Angelina John, Alexander Joseph, Juliette Duguid, Mackenzie Dulski, Diana Wu – ACT Science. Westfield Bd. of Ed. March Andrew Kapadia, Aidan Kilbourn, Morgan Eng, Corinne Flaherty, Sean Jeremy Kronheimer, Arun Lakshman, Flynn, Gayatri Ganesan, Sarah Nathan Lam, Jason Lee, Andrew Li, Hacker, Megan Hanlon, Kyle Mtgs. to Discuss Budget Diana Li, Alison Lisanti, Anni Liu, Henderson, Julia Hollosi, Zachary Un. Cath. Students Nominated Connie Liu, Theresa Lizzo, Thomas Hom, Anthony Iacoponi, Elisha Is- WESTFIELD – The next meet- Education at Lupicki, Rachel Markowitz, Laura rael, Michelle Israel, Ethan Jaffee, ings of the Westfield Board of Edu- [email protected]. Masciola, Dominic Maurillo, Max Hannah Jepsen, Justin Joseph, Mar- For NHS Scholarship Prog cation will be TuesdayS, March 3 A complete agenda of the March McKenna, Greta McLaughlin, Raaka garet Kelly, Jackson Kirsch, Emma and March 17, at 7:30 p.m. The 17 meeting will be available at Mukhopadhyay, Lydia Nisita, Emily Krueger, Celia Lanza, Amanda Lee, SCOTCH PLAINS – Elise Morano only demonstrate academic excel- March 3 meeting will be a board www.westfieldnjk12.org (on the O’Connell, Deborah Obiajulu, Yan Leyzerovych, Alexa Linsky, of Westfield, Tonna Obaze of Iselin, lence, but also excel in the areas of workshop which will be held in the Board of Education tab) and in the Roberto Panora, Luke Pardo, Ronit Kamryn Lombardi, Thomas Mcguire, and Brianne Trollo of Fanwood, Union service, leadership, and character,” second floor conference room at 302 Board Secretary’s Office at 302 Elm Rao, Talia Remba, Emily Rossi, Spen- Ronald Melao, Jenna Miller, Sophia Catholic seniors and members of the said NHS Associate Director David Elm Street. The March 17 regular Street on Friday, March 13. cer Rothfleisch, Jack Ruckman, Elisa Morales, Jason Orenberg, Lillian Union Catholic National Honor Soci- Cordts. “In recognizing leadership in meeting will be held in Room 105, All general Board meetings are Saint-Denis, Jessica Schlewitt, Anna Paone, James Peretz, Adam Perry, ety, have been nominated to compete in co-curricular activities as well as aca- the board room. The public is wel- taped and televised on Blue Devils Schwartz, Remi Shendell, Samantha Jordan Phillips, Ashley Postaski, the National Honor Society (NHS) demic performance, the NHS Schol- come to attend both meetings at TV36 on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Shih, Grayson Shovlin, Jeremy Silber, Roseline Reyes, Madeline Reynders, scholarship program for this school arship program highlights the impor- which the budget for 2015-2016 will 8 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Saturdays at 10 Daniel Singh, Alan Solovey, Zachary Julia Rickert, Rachel Rothenberg, year. tance of a well-rounded education.” be discussed. Comments from the a.m. and 7 p.m.; and Sundays at 10 Spergel, Julia Tompkins, Sophie John Sandstedt, Bridget Scaglione, Sister Percylee Hart, RSM, princi- The NHS Scholarship program, in public can be heard on March 17. a.m. Videos of meetings also can be Tsekov, Sumana Turimella, Brooke Sara Shen, Sarah Silva, Jacob pal of Union Catholic, announced existence since 1946, annually recog- Questions or comments also can be viewed on the Board of Education Walden, Angela Wang, Rebecca Singman, Matthew Siroty, Brady the nominations, which place Elise, nizes 200 of the nation’s top high school addressed to the Westfield Board of page of the district’s web site. White, Alissa Witzel, Brianna Worms, Smith, Makenzie Stratton, Samantha Tonna, and Brianne in the national seniors who are members of NHS. Kevin Yucetepe, Abbey Zidel Stravach, Brooke Sullivan, Lauren competition. This year, the program NHS is a program of NASSP, the Grade 7 Sullivan, Amanda Szaro, Caroline will award more than $250,000 in nation’s preeminent school leadership Honor Roll Tan, Ethan Useloff, Lia Varga, Sophia college scholarships. Special recog- organization. NASSP serves as the RIS Eighth Graders Win Place Karen Abaya, Inti Araya, Jonathan Vera, Jordan Wallis, Glen Warner, nition and additional awards will be national voice for middle level and Audino, Marcela Avans, Katherine Andrew Wellnitz, Edward Xing, Jef- presented to state and regional win- high school principals, assistant prin- Billing, Sebastian Blasi, Jonathan frey Yang, Eric Yoon, Irving Zhao ners. One national recipient will re- cipals, and aspiring school leaders. First in Science Olympiad Bracco, Katelyn Bromberg, David Grade 8 ceive a $13,000 award. NASSP promotes the intellectual Broughton, Sierra Byrne, Julia Honor Roll National Honor Society chapters growth, academic achievement, char- WESTFIELD – Eighth graders “It was pretty cool,” added Bran- Campbell, Sean Canavan, Camilo Jillian Alvarado, Samuel Arkin, from across the country were eligible acter development, leadership devel- from Roosevelt Intermediate School don. “We were able to score the Cardenas-Caceres, Annabella Cerria, Hannah Bass, Jezaniah Benaojan, to nominate a limited number of se- opment, and physical well-being of in Westfield were awarded first most amount of points in the short- Marcus Chin, Jack Cioffi, Gregory Nicholas Bencivenga, Jeffrey nior NHS members to compete. Ap- youth through its programs and stu- place in Robocross at the Science est amount of time.” Claiborne, Elise Colannino, Olivia Bennett, Maria Biegler, Danielle plicants are selected on the basis of dent leadership services. NASSP ad- Olympiad regional competition Science teacher Jeffrey Robbins Conti, Julia Csorba, Jason Currie, Bonelli, Anna Bowman, Rachel Bow- their leadership skills, participation ministers the National Honor Society, held at New Jersey Institute of Tech- stated, “All of our students did great John DeSena, Theresa DiFalco, man, Cooper Brennan, Briana Brown, in service organizations and clubs, National Junior Honor Society, Na- nology on January 15. and in total, we placed 6th out of 20 Abhijay Dutta, Omay Edekar, Eric Jeffry Cabrera, Devin Caherly, Aaron achievements in the arts and sciences, tional Elementary Honor Society, and Matt Leone and Brandon Hipp teams. We medaled in six of the 12 Ellner, Emily Ensslin, Aliyah Camacho, Lindsey Casale, Charlotte and general academic record. the National Association of Student now have the opportunity to have events and in addition to a first Feinberg, Spencer Feinstein, Bryan Clausen, Julie Dannevig, Jaimie De “Students selected to participate in Councils. For more information, visit their robot compete in the state tour- place medal in Robocross, we Felter, Aidan Fink, Anastasia Fowler, Dea, Yuliana De Los Rios, Zoe the NHS scholarship program not www.nassp.org or www.nhs.us. nament March 10 through 12 at placed third in Green Generation, Robert Frankfort, Bennett Galindo, DelVecchio, Sydney Dobson, Taylor Middlesex County College. fourth in Dynamic Planet, and fifth William Gamba, Quinn Gimblette, Dobson, Matthew Eagan, Allison “It was a great experience win- in Elastic Launched Glider, Air Jacob Harnisher, Faith Heffron, Escaldi, Gabriella Estrada, Emily WHS Newspaper Captures ning first place,” recalled Matt, “be- Trajectory, and Picture This. In Lauren Henkel, Benjamin Honig, Figueroa, Amy Forbes, Michael cause that award was announced three of the other events, we also Maya Hooey, Katherine Hynes, Uzezi Fuccillo, Fady Galal, Andy Garcia, last so it was a big surprise.” placed in the top 10.” Ijoma, Amayia Johnson, Gabriella Haley Gasson, Jack Gerris, Jolene Two Journalism Awards Kaplun, Jessica Karlin, Derek Ghaly, Logan Gibbs, Fiona Gillen, Kingsley, Ashley Klein, Mia Kochis, Kamil Gonzalez, Nathan Gotz, Thalia WESTFIELD – Westfield High tractive graphical design and a few Senior Citizens Day Is Set Natasha Koetje, Daniel Kohler, Jacob Grandinetti, Ryan Grochan, Rachel School’s student run newspaper, eye-catching animated presenta- Larue, Kaitlin Laskaris, Noelle Haar, Connor Hach, Alana Hi’s Eye, now in its 81st year and tions that can attract readers...The Laskaris, Jessica Lisanti, William Hammond, Daniel Han, Sydney one of the only weekly, indepen- staff seems to have a good instinct For March 12 at SPFHS Litchholt, Anna Liu, Leopold Harding, Sophie Hendricks, Joe dent high school news programs in for what might interest readers," Loffredo, John Love, Michael Herzog, Ethan Hom, Meghan the country, was recognized by both noted the NSPA judge. SCOTCH PLAINS – The Stu- clude this wonderful day. Magnotti, Margaret Maguire, Tara Johnson, Koury Kania, Dorothy the Columbia Scholastic Press As- “We are extremely proud of our dent Government Association’s Two transportation options are Makhija, Casimir Malak, Isabelle Kaplan, Jesse Katz, Evan sociation and the National Scholas- news staff,” stated Nicole Scimone, annual Senior Citizens Day will be being offered for seniors to get to McGovern, Abigael Mckinney, An- Krishnamurthy, Chloe Landau, tic Press Association. one of the Hi’s Eye Journalism ad- held on Thursday, March 12, at the high school. At 9:30 a.m. a bus thony Merlo, Stephanie Michael, Kellie Leuthold, Noah Levy, Dou- The Columbia Scholastic Press visers at Westfield High School. Scotch Plains-Fanwood High will depart from the Senior Citi- Sumner Migot, Claudia Millwater, glas Logan, Lauren Logozzo, Declan Association awarded Hi’s Eye a Sil- “The students consistently rise to School (SPFHS). The day’s ac- zens Community Group in Scotch Emma Miovski, Havana Mohr- Luka, Julia Mancheno, Megan ver Medal in Hybrid Print and Digi- meet the challenges of producing a tivities begin at 10 a.m. and end at Plains on Lake Avenue. Alterna- Ramirez, Christopher Mulholland, McCabe, Andrew McCarthy, Evan tal Critique, recognizing both the well-written, relevant paper for our 1 p.m. This is a fun-filled day for tively a shuttle will depart from Patrick Mullen, Joseph Muselli, Jack Meade, Sara Mehta, Charlotte Moore, online and print versions. The judge students and community. They also student volunteers and senior citi- Scotch Hills Country Club at 9:30 Musho, Declan O’Connor, Anna Tomas Moore, John Mulholland, noted: "Excellent job coming out impress us with their dedication to zens alike. The day will start off a.m. to transport seniors to the high Obsgarten, Christian Pansini, Ava Nicole Murray, Leah Norton, Justin every week in print and so fre- innovation as our program shifts with a complimentary breakfast, school. Paul, Gianni Pizzi, Andrew O’Boyle, Jackson O’Brien, Anthony quently online as well. You report into the age of digital journalism. and guests will enjoy performances Buses will return to the high Principato, Leanna Prip, Colin Rees, Oliveri, Luke Orioli, John Ossman, on newsworthy events." Those interested in our program's by the Moonglowers, dance team, school at 1 pm and will bring back Zachary Rever, Anthony Ricerca, Abigail Painter, Kelly Pikaart, Coo- Hi’s Eye was awarded a Second new features can visit our new blog, Irish step dancers, and step squad. guests to their respective locations. Joseph Rigney, Madeline Ripper, per Prieto, Marshall Roberson, Class Honor Rating by the National which is linked to our website -- Attendees will also participate in Matthew Rock, Jessica Roitman, Jes- Gabriella Russitano, Aidan Schaefer, Scholastic Press Association based whshiseye.com, or follow our so- games such as Name that Tune and sica Rokhsar, Emma Roth, Nicholas Henry Schwartz, Emily Serpico, on critique of the digital version. In cial media accounts on Facebook Bingo, as well as view scenes from See it all on the Web! Rubinetti, Brooke Russitano, Franco Catarina Silva, Sloane Silverman, two categories (Site Design and (Westfield High School Hi's Eye), the school’s spring musical, Saglio, Emma Sarrazin-Boespflug, Angelina Silvester, Alan Souza, Julia Writing/Editing), Hi’s Eye earned a Twitter (@hiseyenews), and Grease. A delicious catered lunch www.goleader.com Rachel Saxon, Ian Scheurer, Souza, Ashlen Suen, Pierre Sulmont, perfect score. "Hi's Eye has an at- Instagram (@whshiseye).” by the SPFHS lunch staff will con- Giavanna Schifando, Joseph Schoen, Julian Trott, Justin Venturina, Brian Rachel Seiden, Rachel Seigerman, Vergilis, Bridget Warren, Eliza Nicholas Senyk, Henry Shapiro, Weiniger, Zachary Weiss, Camryn Carly Sherman, Lindsay Sherman, Williams, Emily Wistner, Zachary Sarah Simon, Eden Siskind, Abigail Youssef, Allison Zager, Brian Zale Raising a Beautiful Girl 2 DAYS Workshop to be Held at EIS 30+ TESTS WESTFIELD – The Edison Inter- build healthy relationship skills. mediate School Counseling Depart- For more information, contact the ment of the Westfield Public Schools Edison Intermediate School Coun- See it all in Color! invites parents, caregivers and the seling Department at (908) 789-4470, community to attend “Raising a Beau- ext. no. 4480. www.goleader.com tiful Girl” on Wednesday, February 25, at 7 p.m. in the school’s audito- PRESSURE rium, 800 Rahway Ave, Westfield. 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Soc. to Raise Funds For Archive Facility WESTFIELD — The Westfield maps; clothing and other textiles; and Westfield sponded to a report of a house fire on the Historical Society invites past and most recently, audio and video record- Monday, February 16, a resident of 80 block of Kempshall Terrace. Upon the present Westfield residents and busi- ings of current and former residents the 1400 block of Lamberts Mill Road officers’ arrival the house was on fire. The ness owners to participate in a year- sharing their memories of living in reported being the victim of identity Fanwood Volunteer Fire Department re- long effort to raise $800,000 to build Westfield. More items are continually theft. Someone unknown used the sponded and put the fire out. The house an archive facility adjacent to the being added through the generosity of victim’s Social Security number to file sustained fire, smoke and water damage. Reeve History and Cultural Resource Westfield families. a federal tax return. The cause of the fire is still under inves- Center, the Historical Society’s head- Since 1968, the artifacts have been Wednesday, February 18, Derek tigation. Wanfried, 23, of Westfield was arrested Tuesday, February 3, John Stoeckle, quarters, located at 314 Mountain saved to tell the history of Westfield. 50, of Keansburg was arrested follow- The items currently are kept in two and charged with driving while intoxi- Avenue, Westfield. cated (DWI) pursuant to a motor vehicle ing a motor vehicle stop on an outstand- Upon completion, Westfield’s his- rooms provided by the board of edu- stop at North Euclid Avenue and East ing warrant out of Neptune. He was torical artifacts will be stored in the cation in its building on Elm Street. Broad Street. He was transported to po- turned over to the Neptune police. new state-of-the-art, environmen- While anyone can make an appoint- lice headquarters, processed and released Sunday, February 8, Eduardo tally-controlled facility. It will be ment to visit the archives, items are to a sober adult. Barrientos, 28, of Maryland was charged designed in keeping with the archi- not displayed in a museum-quality Wednesday, February 18, James with driving while intoxicated (DWI) tecture of the original Reeve House. setting. Many items are kept in archi- O’Donnell, 20, of Short Hills was ar- following a motor vehicle stop. The new archive space will feature val file boxes containing more than rested and charged with possession of Monday, February 9, Yemis permanent and semi-permanent ex- 1,900 individual file folders. SONGS OF SUBSTANCE...Al Shorts, pictured, along with Saul Broudy, will less than 50 grams of suspected mari- Rodriguez, 34, of Union was arrested perform a concert on Wednesday, March 4, at 7 p.m., entitled “False Freedom: following a motor vehicle stop on an hibit areas; multi-media presenta- “We have so many wonderful African American Songs of Work, Struggle and Salvation, from the Civil War to juana and possession of drug parapher- tions; wall space for displaying large pieces of art, furniture, pictures and WW II,” at the Fanwood Memorial Library. The concert will be part of the nalia pursuant to a motor vehicle stop in outstanding warrant out of Clark. She collections and artwork, and addi- historical documents to share with ongoing Created Equal series of programming being presented at the Fanwood the area of Clifton Street and Cherokee was released after posting bail. tional room for growth of the Society’s the public,” said Robert Wendel, vice- Memorial Library and the Scotch Plains Public Library. Court. He was transported to police head- Monday, February 9, a home bur- archives collection. It will be able to president of Community Relations quarters, where he was processed and glary was reported on the 200 block of accommodate 80 patrons at one time, for the Historical Society. released with a summons. Belvidere Avenue. According to police, and also will be able to serve as a “With the new archival space, we Wednesday, February 18, a business an unknown person entered the house Library to Feature Music representative from the 800 block of and removed jewelry and a small safe. meeting space for local groups. will be able to display many more Central Avenue reported a burglary at Tuesday, February 10, an incident of A sampling of the Historical Society’s items that the public currently doesn’t the establishment. One or more indi- criminal mischief in which a parked car collection to be on display at the center see,” said current Westfield Histori- About Freedom Struggle viduals entered the business and caused was targeted was reported at the north- includes genealogies of Westfield’s cal Society President Nancy Priest. a variety of damage to the interior. There side train station. founding families; wills; deeds; cen- Led by Sherry Cronin and the FANWOOD — The Created Equal Memorial Library, the libraries will were no suspects at the time of the re- Wednesday, February 11, Marc sus, church, civic group and business fund-raising committee, the Society series of programming at the present the second of three commu- port, according to police. Umstead, 22, of Plainfield was arrested records; original historical photographs; will hold fund-raising campaigns and Fanwood and Scotch Plains libraries nity conversations on racial relations: Wednesday, February 18, Thomas following a motor vehicle stop on an events to raise money to build the will continue in early March with “How Did We Get to Today? Aware- Macken, 21, of Scotch Plains was ar- outstanding Union County Sheriff’s Of- PUBLIC NOTICE archival space, and is seeking the two special presentations. More ac- ness, Acknowledgement and Ad- rested at Watchung police headquarters fice warrant. He was turned over to the UNION COUNTY BOARD public’s support and involvement. tivities will follow later in the month. vancement.” on outstanding Westfield criminal and sheriff’s office. OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS The archive construction project Folklorists and performers Saul Community members are invited traffic warrants with bail totaling $3,021. Friday, February 13, Sean Roseland, NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Broudy and Al Shorts will appear at Macken was unable to post bail, accord- 37, of Plainfield was arrested following a Date Adopted: 02/19/15 represents Phase Two of the Reeve to come together to follow up on the History and Cultural Resource the Fanwood Memorial Library on successful initial conversation on ing to police. motor vehicle stop and charged with re- Public Notice is hereby given that the ceiving stolen property after a check of the Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Center’s two-stage development plan. Wednesday, March 4, at 7 p.m. Dur- Martin Luther King Day, and to ex- Thursday, February 19, Stephanie J. ers has awarded a contract without com- ing a concert entitled “False Free- plore acknowledgement of current DeGrazio, 19, of Westfield was arrested vehicle’s registration showed that the ve- Between 2005 and 2010, money was hicle was reported stolen out of Watchung. petitive bidding as an Professional service raised to restore the Reeve House prop- dom: African American Songs of issues of race and civil rights through subsequent to a motor vehicle stop on an pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This Work, Struggle and Salvation, from outstanding West Orange traffic war- Roseland was released after posting bail. contract and the resolution authorizing it is erty; that restoration is still ongoing, their parallels and connections to his- rant. She was transported to police head- Friday, February 13, Darren Scruggs, available for public inspection in the Office but drawing to completion this year. the Civil War to World War II,” they torical events. Dr. Linda Caldwell quarters, processed and released after 55, of Plainfield was arrested following of the Clerk of the Board. To contribute to the archive build- will present a broad palette of music Epps, Bishop Kevin C. Brooks and posting $250 cash bail. a motor vehicle stop on an outstanding RESOLUTION NO: 2015-137 ing fund-raising effort, visit the from the time period covered in the Rabbi Joel Abraham of Social Justice Thursday, February 19, Naimah K. warrant out of Newark. He was pro- amending (Resolution No. 2014-1095) Westfield Historical Society’s website film Slavery by Another Name. Matters will facilitate this conversa- Muhammad, 22, of Newark was arrested cessed and released. AWARDED TO: Bauch, Zucker The following Wednesday, March Hatfield, LLC of Springfield, New Jer- at westfieldhistoricalsociety.org and tion and dialogue. at Milltown police headquarters on an Friday, February 13, Latasha Bur- sey click on the “Donate” link. Checks 11, at 7 p.m., also at the Fanwood The Scotch Plains Public Library outstanding Westfield criminal warrant. gess, 30, of Linden was arrested follow- SERVICES: in the matter entitled Bar- also can be made out and mailed to the and the Fanwood Memorial Library Muhammad was transported to Westfield ing a motor vehicle stop on an outstand- bara Egger v. UC, et als Westfield Historical Society, P. O. Box PUBLIC NOTICE have received a grant from the Gilder police headquarters, processed and com- ing warrant out of Garwood. She was COSTS: in an amount not to exceed 613, Westfield, N.J. 07091. To learn UNION COUNTY BOARD mitted to the Union County jail in lieu of released after posting bail. $20,000.00 for a sum not to ex- Lehrman Institute of American His- about upcoming community-oriented OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS tory along with 473 other communi- $5,000 bail (no 10-percent alternative). Scotch Plains ceed$40,000.00 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Friday, February 20, Keeya N. Boone, Sunday, February 1, a resident of Golf James E. Pellettiere, Clerk fund-raising events, “like” the His- Date Adopted: 02/19/15 ties nationwide to present a series of of the Board Chosen Freeholders torical Society’s Facebook page. 24, of Roselle responded to police head- Street reported that sometime overnight Public Notice is hereby given that the programming called Created Equal: his motor vehicle tire was slashed. The 1 T - 02/26/15, The Leader Fee: $21.93 Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- quarters to satisfy an outstanding America’s Civil Rights Struggle. Westfield traffic warrant for $500. Boone victim said this occurred sometime be- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE ers has awarded a contract without com- Created Equal: America’s Civil petitive bidding as an Professional service was processed and released after post- tween 11 p.m. and 10:30 a.m. The resident UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This Rights Struggle is made possible ing the full cash bail. said another tire had been slashed two OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS contract and the resolution authorizing it is through a major grant from the Na- Saturday, February 21, Abraham nights prior but he did not report it at the NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD available for public inspection in the Office tional Endowment for the Humani- Berkowitz, 64, of Mountainside was ar- time. Date Adopted: 02/19/15 Date Adopted: 02/19/15 of the Clerk of the Board. ties, as part of its Bridging Cultures Tuesday, February 3, a resident of Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the rested on two outstanding Westfield war- RESOLUTION NO: 2015-115 Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- initiative, in partnership with the Gilder rants in the amount of $144. He was Haven Avenue reported being a victim AWARDED TO: Trinitas Regional ers has awarded a contract without com- ers has awarded a contract without com- Lehrman Institute of American His- processed and released after posting bail. of fraud. Someone withdrew more than Medical Center of Elizabeth New Jer- petitive bidding as an extraordinary petitive bidding as an Professional service $4,800 from two different bank accounts sey tory. This series also is supported in Sunday, February 22, Zaveta S. Papis, unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This SERVICES: to provide Psychiatric phy- part by the Friends groups of both the 30, of Kenilworth responded to police belonging to the victim. 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the contract and the resolution authorizing it is sician services for the residents/patients at headquarters to satisfy two outstanding Tuesday, February 3, a resident of resolution authorizing it is available for available for public inspection in the Office Fanwood Memorial Library and the the Cornerstone Hospital at Runnels Spe- Watchung Terrace reported being a vic- public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Clerk of the Board. Scotch Plains Public Library. Westfield traffic warrants in the amount cialized Hospital tim of fraud. Someone took out a $4,000 of the Board. Along with multiple screenings of of $134. She was processed and re- RESOLUTION NO: 2015-131 PERIOD: December1, 2014- June 30, leased after posting the full cash bail. loan in her name. RESOLUTION NO: 2015-122 AWARDED TO: Maser Consulting, 2015 four films and discussions about them Thursday, February 5, Jose Perez- P.A., of Red Bank, New Jersey COSTS: in an amount not to exceed Sunday, February 22, Jimmy AWARDED TO: Great America Insur- at both libraries, events will include Castellano, 18, of Newark was arrested Arriaga, 40, of North Plainfield was ance Company, Cincinnati, Ohio SERVICES: to provide Design, Construc- $225,000.00 community conversations, lectures, SERVICES: to cover accidental death of tion Administration and Inspection Ser- James E. Pellettiere, Clerk and charged with possession of less than arrested on a warrant out of Plainfield. horses by fire, electrocution or transporta- vices for the Replacement of Mountain of the Board Chosen Freeholders concerts, book discussions and other 50 grams of suspected marijuana pursu- Friday, February 6, Carlos tion vehicle overturn Avenue Minor Bridge 1 T - 02/26/15, The Leader Fee: $23.97 activities. ant to a motor vehicle stop in the area of Correiamarques, 40, of Scotch Plains PERIOD: January16, 2015-January16, COSTS: in an amount not to exceed The Fanwood Memorial Library is was arrested and charged with driving PUBLIC NOTICE Tamaques Park. He was transported to 2016 $207,170.00. located at 5 Forest Road, while the police headquarters, where he was pro- while intoxicated (DWI) after a motor COSTS: in an amount not to exceed James E. Pellettiere, Clerk UNION COUNTY BOARD $1,578.00 of the Board Chosen Freeholders Scotch Plains Public Library is lo- cessed and released with a summons. vehicle stop. OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS James E. Pellettiere, Clerk 1 T - 02/26/15, The Leader Fee: $21.42 cated at 1927 Bartle Avenue. Details Fanwood Saturday, February 7, the owner of a NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD of the Board Chosen Freeholders Wednesday, January 28, James business on Park Avenue reported being Date Adopted: 02/19/15 about screenings and other programs 1 T - 02/26/15, The Leader Fee: $22.95 PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that the in the Created Equal: America’s Civil Riddles, 26, and Najem Sheppard, 27, a victim of possible check fraud. Tuesday, February 10, Matthew Wil- PUBLIC NOTICE UNION COUNTY BOARD Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Rights Struggle series are available of South Plainfield were arrested on OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS ers has awarded a contract without com- at thejointlibrary.org/createdequal/. outstanding warrants following a motor liams, 23, of Plainfield was arrested on UNION COUNTY BOARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD petitive bidding as an Professional service vehicle stop. Riddles had outstanding motor vehicle warrants from multiple OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Date Adopted: 02/19/15 pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This PUBLIC NOTICE warrants out of Wanaque and jurisdictions. NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Public Notice is hereby given that the contract and the resolution authorizing it is Bridgewater; he was turned over to the Thursday, February 12, Julio Date Adopted: 02/19/15 Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- available for public inspection in the Office UNION COUNTY BOARD Rodriguez, 26, of Plainfield was arrested Public Notice is hereby given that the ers has awarded a contract without com- of the Clerk of the Board. OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Wanaque police. Sheppard had an out- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- petitive bidding as an extraordinary NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD standing warrant out of Union and was on outstanding warrants issued by mul- RESOLUTION NO: 2015-133 ers has awarded a contract without com- unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. Date Adopted: 02/19/15 released after posting bail. tiple jurisdictions following a motor ve- AWARDED TO: Neglia Associates, of petitive bidding as an Professional service 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the Public Notice is hereby given that the hicle stop. Rodriguez was transported to Lyndhurst, New Jersey Thursday, January 29, police received pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This resolution authorizing it is available for Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- SERVICES: to provide Design, Construc- a report that a female suspect had left a police headquarters, where he was pro- contract and the resolution authorizing it is public inspection in the Office of the Clerk ers has awarded a contract without com- tion Administration and Inspection Ser- gas station on South Martine Avenue cessed and released. available for public inspection in the Office of the Board. petitive bidding as an extraordinary vices for the Replacement of Central Av- Friday, February 13, a resident of of the Clerk of the Board. unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. without paying for gasoline. RESOLUTION NO: 2015-114 enue Bridge, Town of Westfield 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the Friday, January 30, Michael Algonquin Drive reported being a vic- RESOLUTION NO: 2015-117 amending (Resolution No. 2014-799) COSTS: in an amount not to exceed resolution authorizing it is available for Miskovich, 30, of Colonia was arrested tim of fraud. Someone opened a finan- AWARDED TO: Westfield Veterinary AWARDED TO: Code Blue Emer- $115,504.00 public inspection in the Office of the Clerk cial account using the victim’s Social Group, Westfield, New Jersey gency Shelter James E. Pellettiere, Clerk following a motor vehicle stop on an of the Board. SERVICES: to provide veterinary ser- SERVICES: to address the needs of the of the Board Chosen Freeholders outstanding warrant out of Dunellen. Security number. vices and specialized meals to the Sheriff’s homeless during periods of extreme 1 T - 02/26/15, The Leader Fee: $21.42 RESOLUTION NO: 2015-121 He was released after posting bail. Sunday, February 15, a resident of K-9 Unit weather conditions AWARDED TO: Hartford Insurance Friday, January 30, Marlon Peek, 38, Lake Avenue reported being the victim PERIOD: January1, 2015- December COSTS: in an additional amount not to PUBLIC NOTICE Company, Hartford, Connecticut of Georgia was arrested following a of credit card fraud. More than $11,000 31, 2015 exceed $80,000.00 for a total amount not UNION COUNTY BOARD SERVICES: Renewing the Public Bond motor vehicle stop on an outstanding of unauthorized charges had been made COSTS: in an amount not to exceed to exceed $160,000.00 OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS for Alfred J. Faella $30,000.00 James E. Pellettiere, Clerk warrant out of Edison. He was turned on the card. NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD PERIOD: April 1, 2015-March 31, 2016 James E. Pellettiere, Clerk of the Board Chosen Freeholders over to the Edison police. Monday, February 16, Patrick Daly, 30, Date Adopted: 02/19/15 COSTS: in the amount of $274.00 of the Board Chosen Freeholders 1 T - 02/26/15, The Leader Fee: $22.95 Monday, February 2, officers re- of Scotch Plains was arrested and charged Public Notice is hereby given that the James E. Pellettiere, Clerk 1 T - 02/26/15, The Leader Fee: $21.93 Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- of the Board Chosen Freeholders with DWI after a motor vehicle stop. PUBLIC NOTICE 1 T - 02/26/15, The Leader Fee: $20.40 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE ers has awarded a contract without com- PUBLIC NOTICE UNION COUNTY BOARD petitive bidding as an extraordinary PUBLIC NOTICE UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS UNION COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the UNION COUNTY BOARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Date Adopted: 02/19/15 resolution authorizing it is available for OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Date Adopted: 02/19/15 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Date Adopted: 02/19/15 Public Notice is hereby given that the public inspection in the Office of the Clerk NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Public Notice is hereby given that the Date Adopted: 02/19/15 Public Notice is hereby given that the Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- of the Board. Date Adopted: 02/19/15 Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Public Notice is hereby given that the Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- ers has awarded a contract without com- RESOLUTION NO: 2015-113 Public Notice is hereby given that the ers has awarded a contract without com- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- ers has awarded a contract without com- petitive bidding as an Professional service AWARDED TO: Various Agencies Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- petitive bidding as an Professional service ers has awarded a contract without com- petitive bidding as an Professional service pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of ers has awarded a contract without com- pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This petitive bidding as an Professional service pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This contract and the resolution authorizing it is Newark $446,482.00 petitive bidding as an Professional service contract and the resolution authorizing it is pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This contract and the resolution authorizing it is available for public inspection in the Office Center for Hope Hospice $17,500.00 pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This available for public inspection in the Office contract and the resolution authorizing it is available for public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Board. Center Jersey Legal Service Inc. contract and the resolution authorizing it is of the Clerk of the Board. available for public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Board. available for public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Board. RESOLUTION NO: 2015-130 $98,634.00 RESOLUTION NO: 2015-135 of the Clerk of the Board. RESOLUTION NO: 2015-136 AWARDED TO: Remington Vernick & City of Plainfield $11,291.00 AWARDED TO: Javerbaum Wurgaft RESOLUTION NO: 2015-129 amending (Resolution No. 2014-928) Arango Engineers, of Secaucus, New Community Health Law Project RESOLUTION NO: 2015-132 Hicks Kahn Wikstrom & Sinins, P.C. of AWARDED TO: CME, Parlin, New Jer- AWARDED TO: Florio & Kenny of Jersey $40,072.00 AWARDED TO: CME Associates, of Springfield, New Jersey sey Hoboken, New Jersey SERVICES: to provide Design, Construc- Elizabethport Presbyterian Center Parlin, New Jersey SERVICES: as Special Counsel to rep- SERVICES: to provide Design, Construc- SERVICES: in the matter entitled tion Administration and Inspection Ser- $28,271.00 SERVICES: to provide Design, Construc- resent Sherrie Brown-Braswell in the mat- tion Administration and Inspection Ser- Shiquon Fowler v. UC, et als vices for the Replacement of Hazelwood Jewish Community Center $47,352.00 tion Administration and Inspection Ser- ter entitled Shiquon Fowler v. UC, et als vices COSTS: in an amount not to exceed Avenue Jewish Family Services $470,727.00 vices for the Replacement of Martine Av- COSTS: in an amount not to exceed COSTS: in an amount not to exceed $20,000.00for a sum not to ex- COSTS: in an amount not to exceed JFK Adult Medical Day Program enue Bridge $20,000.00 $299,989.80. ceed$40,000.00 $186,500.00 $25,000.00 COSTS: in an amount not to exceed James E. Pellettiere, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, Clerk Nutrition Program (UCDOA and/or Meals $152,444.50 of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders On Wheels, Inc) $2,161,664.00 James E. Pellettiere, Clerk 1 T - 02/26/15, The Leader Fee: $21.42 1 T - 02/26/15, The Leader Fee: $20.40 1 T - 02/26/15, The Leader Fee: $21.42 1 T - 02/26/15, The Leader Fee: $21.93 Plainfield Senior Citizens Services Cen- of the Board Chosen Freeholders ter $88,547.00 1 T - 02/26/15, The Leader Fee: $21.42 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE P.R.O.C.E.E.D., Inc $98,978.00 UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD Rutgers Cooperative Extension PUBLIC NOTICE UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS $83,319.00 OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS UNION COUNTY BOARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD SAGE Eldercare $81,381.00 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Date Adopted: 02/19/15 Date Adopted: 02/19/15 Union County Office of Cultural & Heri- Date Adopted: 02/19/15 Date Adopted: 02/19/15 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the tage Affairs $16,000.00 Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the Date Adopted: 02/19/15 Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Paratransit System Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Public Notice is hereby given that the ers has awarded a contract without com- ers has awarded a contract without com- $91,292.00 ers has awarded a contract without com- ers has awarded a contract without com- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- petitive bidding as an extraordinary petitive bidding as an Professional service Union Township Community Action Or- petitive bidding as an extraordinary petitive bidding as an Professional service ers has awarded a contract without com- unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This ganization $57,165.00 unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This petitive bidding as an Professional service 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the contract and the resolution authorizing it is Visiting Nurse & Health Services ( Holy 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the contract and the resolution authorizing it is pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This resolution authorizing it is available for available for public inspection in the Office Redeemer) $83,162.00 resolution authorizing it is available for available for public inspection in the Office contract and the resolution authorizing it is public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Clerk of the Board. Westfield Community Center public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Clerk of the Board. available for public inspection in the Office of the Board. $25,114.00 RESOLUTION NO: 2015-116 of the Board. of the Clerk of the Board. RESOLUTION NO: 2015-119 YMCA/Wise Center $67,510.00 RESOLUTION NO: 2015-123 AWARDED TO: Kanen Psychologi- RESOLUTION NO: 2015-139 AWARDED TO: Kristen Balsamo- YM-YWHA of Union County RESOLUTION NO: 2015-138 AWARDED TO: Atlantic Specialty In- cal Associates, PA, Ridgewood, New AWARDED TO: Winning Strategies Kleinbach, Paramus, New Jersey $50,611.00 amending (Resolution No. 2014-938) surance Company Jersey Washington, Washington, DC SERVICES: to serve as a DNA Analyst SERVICES: to provide Union County AWARDED TO: Palumbo & Renaud SERVICES: to renew the Marine Insur- SERVICES: to provide psychological SERVICES: to provide services for com- for the Union County Prosecutor’s Office residents 60 years of age or older and/or of Cranford, New Jersey ance Policy covering UC Marine 1 and UC examinations to Sheriff’s Officer candi- prehensive federal government relations Forensic Laboratory their caregivers SERVICES: in the matter entitled Rich- Marine 2Union County Police Fire Boats dates and lobbying services PERIOD: February1, 2015- January31, PERIOD: January1, 2015- December ard Lapolla v. UC, et als PERIOD: January 22, 2015-January 22, PERIOD: January1, 2015- December PERIOD: January 1, 2015-January 22, 2016 31, 2015 COSTS: in an amount not to exceed 2016 31, 2015 2015 COSTS: in an amount not to exceed COSTS: in the amount not to exceed $10,000.00 for a sum not to exceed COSTS: in an amount not to exceed COSTS: in an amount not to exceed COSTS: in the amount of $138,000.00 $45,000.00 $4,090,072.00 $65,000.00 $16,900.00 $15,000.00 James E. Pellettiere, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, Clerk James E. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 26, 2015 Page 17 “Shadows and Memories” on Woman’s Club of WF Names Display at Les Malamut Gallery Poetry, Short Story Winners UNION – The New Art Group will Auschwitz of Memory, is a glimpse at WESTFIELD – The Woman’s New Jersey State Federation of be exhibiting a variety of works in a soul that is left behind after great Club of Westfield has announced Women’s Clubs' statewide contest painting, encaustic wax, mixed me- atrocity. Heidi Sussman presents ideas the winners of its 2015 Youth Poetry First place winners will then go on to dia and photography at the Les in her work about the concept of time and Short Story Contest. be judged on the national level. Malamut Gallery on the lower level and whether time actually exists. Is it The winners for poetry are: The ladies of The Woman’s Club of the Union Library from Monday, possible to see the invisible line sepa- Katie Mc Dermott daughter of of Westfield congratulate the win- March 2 through Friday, April 24. rating now and then? Hurricane Sandy Laurie and Patrick ning students and their families on The library is located at 1980 Morris left an indelible impression on McDermott for the wonderful work they submitted Ave in downtown Union. The ex- Francesca Azzara, whose work brings her poem, “The to this contest and encourage the hibit will be open during library to the surface the loss and anxiety it Bear.” Katie is a young authors to hours: Mondays, Tuesdays and represented for so many and one we second grade stu- continue writing. Thursdays 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Wednes- will not soon forget. dent at Washing- The Woman’s days 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Fridays 9 The roster of artists in the show ton Elementary Club of Westfield a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Saturdays 10 a.m. includes Susan Ahlstrom from LENAPE LEARNING...The fourth grade class at The Wardlaw-Hartridge School School in held its first meet- to 2 p.m. Stirling, Francesca Azzara from in Edison learned about the Lenape Indians during an interactive presentation on Westfield. ing in the Westfield Each exhibit the New Art Group Westfield, Jane Caminos from February 5. Beverly Friend, a Native American, made her annual presentation to Grace Kibourn, Public Library. puts up is designed to elicit a variety Watchung, Nancy Ori from Berkeley the students, who sat in a large circle and listened carefully. Some even enjoyed the Katie McDermott daughter of Tara The second meet- of responses from the audience. Heights, Paul XO Pinkman from opportunity to try on items worn by the Lenape Indians. Ms. Friend brought many McGroddy and ing was held on Susan Ahlstrom’s paintings and Plainfield, and Heidi Sussman from artifacts with her including bear, deer, and fox skins. She emphasized how the Bret Kilbourn for her poem, “Fire.” March 8, 1895 in mixed media works are about memo- West Orange. All are professional Lenape were among the very first environmentalists who used almost every part Ashley Rosen of the animals they killed and they respected the land. Grace is a fourth grade student at the social hall of ries of places and important times. In visual artists with many years of ex- Washington Elementary School in the Standard Nancy Ori’s photographs from Bodie, hibiting and teaching experience. Visit Westfield. Building with forty members present. California, she reveals a place that www.newartgroup.com for more info NJFO and Opera at Florham in Lee Rosenthal, son of Pam and By 1901 membership increased to held importance at one time and is about other local exhibits or work- Stu Rosenthal for his poem, “Intimi- 100 ladies and more space was found now abandoned. The memories left shops being taught by the various dation.” Lee is a at the Parish House of the Presbyte- behind are visceral in the shadows members. Operatic Double-Bill on March 8 sixth grade student rian Church until more room was and hint at stories of the people who The Les Malamut Gallery has a at Orange Avenue found at the lower lounge of the once lived there during the Gold Rush. feeling of a special space, an inner BASKING RIDGE – On Sunday, tional scenes, the opera also contains Elementary Masonic Temple, then to The First Jane Caminos explores the themes sanctum providing for a thoughtful March 8 at 3 p.m. at Ridge Performing one of the most blissfully romantic School in Baptist Church and back to the Ma- that penetrate the lives of women in a viewing of each exhibit. The gallery Arts Center, Basking Ridge, New Jer- pieces of music ever written – the Cranford. sonic Temple. In 1955 total WCW way we can almost not fathom and was originally created so that the resi- sey Festival Orchestra (NJFO) and serene “Intermezzo”. Scarmolin’s In- Cassie membership reached five hundred helps us realize that violence against dents of Union Township would have Opera at Florham present Love Tri- terrupted Serenade, a rarely performed Teschner, daugh- ladies and In 1955 the Towle house women doesn’t discriminate. easy access to art. Over the years, angles – Comic and Deadly, a sensa- lighthearted masterpiece in the tradi- ter of Dona and and grounds on South Euclid Av- The exhibit also offers exploration interest in the gallery has grown way tional in-concert operatic double-bill tion of an Opera Buffa, counterpoints Michael Teschner enue were purchased becoming the into how shadows and shades, along beyond the boundaries of the town- of tales of love, jealousy and passion, Mascagni’s renowned drama. for her poem Grace Kibourn club’s home for with real and imagined memories, ship. For more info visit featuring a host of renowned interna- Music Director David Wroe blends “Touched ” Cassie many years. can create new stories or narratives www.lesmalamutartgallery.wordpress.com tional guest soloists. international soloists of the first mag- is an eleventh grade student at Meetings are now that give us a view we didn’t expect to or call (908) 851-5450. The space is Love can inspire the human spirit to nitude to bring these two exciting op- Westfield High School in Westfield.. held at the Ma- see. Mr. Pinkman’s monotype, handicapped accessible. soar skyward, but it is the corrosive eras to life. Short Story winners are: sonic Lodge in element of jealousy that plunges it into Starring as Turridu in Cavalleria Ciara Weber, Westfield. the depths of darkness. Guest soloists Rusticana and Alfred in The Inter- daughter of Dona Through the from the New York Metropolitan Op- rupted Serenade is celebrated NY and Michael Weber years, The POPCORN era and beyond join NJFO and Opera Metropolitan Opera Tenor, Raúl Melo. for her short story, Woman’s Club Fifty Shades of Grey at Florham to present two interpreta- Starring as the scheming Santuzza in “The Mouse Ginger- has had a keen in- tions on jealousy: Scarmolin's Inter- Cavalleria Rusticana is soprano Kristin bread House.” Ciara Ciara Weber terest in educa- Black & Blue and in it for the Green rupted Serenade, a lighthearted farce Sampson who has been praised by The is a fifth grade stu- tion, being in- 2 popcorns in the tradition of Mozart and New York Times as a "plush-voiced dent at Washington volved in the founding of Douglass Mascagni’s Cavalleria Rusticana, a soprano" and a "rich and ample dra- Elementary School College and always One Popcorn, Poor — Two Popcorns, Fair — Three Popcorns, Good — Four Popcorns, Excellent renowned serious love triangle, where matic soprano" by Opera Insider. Ac- in Westfield. awarding college the only resolution is murder. Maestro claimed baritone, Joshua Jeremiah Lee Rosenthal Mark Falletta, son scholarships. The By Michael S. Goldberger metaphor for all the star-crossed love David Wroe leads the orchestra and sings the roles of Alfio (Cavalleria) of club happily contin- film critic affairs in human history. She is soon soloists through the stunning scores. and Arnoldo (Interrupted Serenade). Linda and Charlie ues today to award The only film I ever walked out on smitten, ready to submit her every be- “We are bringing the dull winter Mr. Jeremiah has been described by Fallettta for his short ten spring general was “In Cold Blood” (1967), about the ing to this Marquis de Sade in knight’s months to life with a truly grand after- critics across the country as “splen- story, “A Realistic scholarships and gruesome murder of four members of clothing, unaware that his definition of noon of opera,” explained Maestro did”, “other-worldly”, and “exuding Fiction story.” Mark eight Gray fall the Clutter family in Holcomb, Kansas, commitment differs exponentially from Wroe. “Love is complicated as we all of confidence”. is a seventh grade scholarships to circa 1959. I was in college, had no hers. know, and these two highly accessible A short lecture and pre-opera chat student at Edison In- Westfield High readers to answer to, and, as testament She is Alice in S & M Land, initially operas come together to provide two designed to enhance the opera experi- termediate School in School Senior boys Mark Falletta to writer/director Richard Brooks’s ac- open-minded and, in the tolerantly wish- completely different in-concert takes ence will be conducted by musicolo- Westfield. and girls. curate adaptation of Truman Capote’s ful ways of some women, hopes that on the theme of jealousy. One is light- gist Dr. John Sichel at 2:15 p.m. Ashley Rosen, WCW is ever do- book, the film seethed with unsettling she might “cure” him, change his spots hearted – the other deadly serious. I This not-to-be-missed production daughter of Cheryl Cassie Teschner nating time, effort and means to the depravity. Alas, I might as well have and, as they both come to euphemize, think audiences will find each inter- has been made possible through the and Phil Rosen for community, while reaching out to been tied down while viewing “Fifty live like “normal people.” But he tells pretation both fascinating and com- generous support of the A Louis her short story “The Spark” . Ashley our Veterans, Wounded Warriors, Shades of Grey,” a disingenuously her right off it’s no use. He’s hardwired pelling.” Scarmolin Trust, the NJ State Council is a ninth grade student at Union Bridges (feeding the needy) and bat- marketed bore no matter how you color to it. So if she wants to still see him, she Cavalleria Rusticana is a favorite on the Arts and the Geraldine R. Dodge County Vocational Technical High tered women to name a few. For it. I was on the clock, and could only must sign a non-disclosure agreement. razor-sharp thriller with a rich melodic Foundation. School in Scotch Plains. more information on the Woman’s hope some great surprise awaited. Following that is a consent form outlin- score that made composer Pietro Tickets range from $26 to $75; stu- These winning poems and short Club of Westfield, please call But there was no call from the ing which pain-inflicting activities she’s Mascagni famous overnight. Set in a dent tickets are $13 and are available stories will go on to be entered in the Dolores Geisow at (908) 233-2339. governor’s office in the 11th hour, no willing to endure in the elaborate tor- remote Sicilian village on Easter day, online at www.njfestivalorchestra.org reprieve from the ennui that I was des- ture chamber that’s his divergent idea the story flares with conflict between and www.operaatflorham.org. Tickets tined to suffer until the closing credits of a man cave. love, honor, justice and violence. Al- may also be purchased by calling the offered, at long last, their merciful re- Maybe it’s my naiveté. Isn’t this guy though loaded with bold confronta- box office at (973) 408-3978. “High School Musical” to be lease. Now I just had to figure out why a sort of Dracula? What a place. Sure I so disliked director Sam Taylor- seems like an awful lot of trouble, and Johnson’s filmic reworking of author expensive, too…all those whips, chains, Performed at Westfield’s EIS E.L. James’s novel by the same title, handcuffs and leather goods. Yet wealth write the criticism, and be done with it. and orderliness sanitizes it a bit, almost WESTFIELD – Disney Channel's team captain and resident jock Troy Or so I thought. deflecting the sordidness. Furthermore, smash hit movie musical comes to discovers that the brainy Gabriella, For starters, to borrow from my ear- his affluence is seductive to the win- life on Edison Intermediate School's a girl he met singing karaoke on his liest critical terminology, it’s icky…a some victim. He informs that he “doesn’t stage in “Disney's High School Mu- ski trip, has just enrolled at East decidedly gratuitous delve into a psy- do romance,” doesn’t make love per se, sical!” With such famous songs as High. They cause an upheaval when chological malady profoundly bereft of but only, well, you know. There’ll be no “Getcha Head in the Game”, “We're they decide to audition for the high any redeeming enlightenment. If, like wedding bells or white picket fence. All in This Together”, “Stick to the school musical, led by Ms. Darbus. Jamie Dornan’s Christian Grey, you’re Folks who in good faith expected a Status Quo”, and “Breaking Free” Although many students resent the an intelligent billionaire in your twen- hot love story with some steamy sex this musical promises to be a threat posed to the "status quo," ties tormented by a sexual proclivity far may swear to never again see a film showstopper. Troy and Gabriella's alliance might afield of the graph, it’s not enough for without first reading a review. (I hate to Troy, Gabriella, and the students just open the door for others to me to learn that you were born in squa- get you that way.) Moms and Dads with of East High must deal with issues shine as well. lor and then, in your teens, fixed to your offspring of dating age will have yet of first love, friends, and family Disney's High School Musical is disorder by a predator of similar tastes. another reason to shudder. Still, whether while balancing their classes and fun for the whole family. Starring a No sir. Having introduced the topic you can’t skip out because you’re a film extra-curricular activities. It's the large cast of Edison Intermediate of sadomasochism to a mainstream critic or because your dinner date with first day after winter break at East School students. Show dates are audience for the most part ignorant of Todd and Ginny isn’t for two hours yet, High. The Jocks, Brainiacs, Thes- Friday, March 6 and Saturday, the subject, it behooves to educate be- the hopeless romantic in you is offered HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY...Lower School students at The Wardlaw-Hartridge pians, Skater Dudes, and the rest of March 7 at 7:30 p.m. with a special yond the thumbnail pabulum our young, no option but to root for our damsel in School in Edison enjoyed the annual Valentine's Day Dance Party in Laidlaw Gym East High find their cliques, re- performance on Thursday, March 5 helicopter-flying tycoon feeds Anastasia distress. on February 12. The children participated in group dances and hula contests and count their vacations, and look for- at 4 p.m. Tickets are $8 pre-sale and Steele, the college co-ed who falls for Doubtless, the niche audience whose enjoyed tasty treats and refreshments, compliments of the Wardlaw-Hartridge ward to the New Year. Basketball $10 at the door. him. For one, it’s simplistically dis- numbers, I think, couldn’t possibly sup- Parents' Association. missive and unfair to the afflicted. But port the box office requirements of a in the grander, sociocultural picture, it major film release, will find this a rather is bamboozlement and emotional pi- dumbed down foray into their world…a racy on the high seas of movie enter- mere primer with no elucidation. But The Westfield Memorial Library presents tainment. For gosh sakes, the thing is for the rest, who are sure to feel as jilted being sold as hearts and flowers, a as Dickens’s Miss Havisham in “Great “Hotter than a Pepper Sprout” promise of romance, released on Expectation” if they squander ten bucks Summer Theatre 2015 Valentine’s Day. to see “Fifty Shades of Grey,” I echo the American Music by Nina Et Cetera June 29th -Aug. 1st Cranford Dramatic Club Thus, one must feel almost as bad for advice offered by King Arthur in “Monty the hopeful, starry-eyed viewers pining Python and the Holy Grail” (1975): Saturday, March 7 at 2:00 pm for a couple hours of vicarious amour “Run away, run away!” As for me, the as for innocent Anastasia, passably occupational hazard is over…until the emoted by Dakota Johnson. Waiting sequel. for the right guy to come along, she just *** happens to meet the communications “Fifty Shades of Grey,” rated R, industry wunderkind whilst substitute- is a Focus Features release directed interviewing him for her sick room- by Sam Taylor-Johnson and stars mate. Jamie Dornan, Dakota Johnson and It is serendipity turned upside down Jennifer Ehle. Running time: 125 and inside out, and in some sad ways a minutes

Nina and Tim of Nina Et Cetera will play the music of Johnny Cash, Billie Holiday, Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, Peggy Lee, Gershwin and many others. The instrumentation includes guitar, vocals, bass, percus- sion, harmonica, and much more. Learn about blues, gospel, folk, and Center Stage (grades 9-12) By AUDITION: rock and roll, and have a wonderful evening. Make sure you sign up as this duo will fill the house! THE WEDDING SINGER & WHEN YOU WISH UPON A STAR It’s your Library … make the most of it Auditions Feb. 21, 28 and March 1 by Appt.

SPOTLIGHT (grades 6-8): Sign up online at www.wmlnj.org BEAUTY & THE BEAST no audition Necessary and click on the Calendar link, or STARLIGHT (grades 2-6) Show: The MAGIC TREE HOUSE Kids no audition Necessary GO RAMS...Upper and Middle School teams at The Wardlaw-Hartridge School call 908.789.4090 option 0. (W-H) in Edison were recognized at the Winter Pep Rally on February 12 in It’s your Library … make the most of it For More Information and Audition appt: Laidlaw Gym. The cheerleading teams from both divisions ignited the student 550 East Broad Street Westfield body to show support for the W-H teams. The event also featured students and www.PINEDACONSERVATORY.com faculty and staff members competing in an array of games. The camaraderie and www.wmlnj.org 908.789.4090 spirit provided a good start to the Presidents' Day weekend. Page 18 Thursday, February 26, 2015 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

Westfield High School Setting the Scene for Urinetown March 12 to 14 WESTFIELD – Preparations for tion crew also help plan how the set will Mr. Chambers won a Paper Mill Rising Westfield High School’s (WHS) up- be built, gather materials, paint and Star Award for his work on Sweeney coming production of Urinetown: The build the set, among many other projects. Todd, which had a barber’s chair that Musical March Thursday, March 12 Mr. Chambers described the doubled as a chute that took actors off through Saturday, March 14 are well Urinetown set as futuristic, but with the stage once they died. underway. While the show’s 49-mem- historical elements of the Great De- Working with Mr. Chambers on ber cast attends daily after-school re- pression incorporated, since most of Sweeney Todd was WHS student Jill hearsals under the guidance of director the citizens are poor and suffering the Salisbury, who is now a senior at Daniel Devlin, the 20-member set con- effects of seemingly endless drought. Lawrence College in Wisconsin. Ms. struction crew is hard at work building The Urinetown set is unique from Salisbury is just one example of a WHS the dystopian town that establishes the other WHS productions in several ways. student who went on to pursue a career show’s setting. Scaffolding had to be rented from pro- in technical theatre. Although technical A satirical musical comedy nomi- fessional contracting companies in or- theatre is less popular than general art nated for nine Tony Awards, Urinetown der to create an industrial and metallic or design, Mr. Chambers said a lot of imagines a world in which private toi- skeleton to build upon. Also, the back his students pursue something in the lets have been banned, and its citizens wall of the stage will be completely creative realm after high school. must pay for the “privilege” of using exposed to represent a steel wall. Mr. In college, Mr. Chambers was a com- BROADWAY KIDS...A cast of 160 third, fourth and fifth-graders at McKinley Elementary School in Westfield recently took part in the school’s annual Kapers musical production. This year’s story, I Am Kapernicus, took the school to New York the bathroom — until some people Chambers hopes the combination of mercial art and graphic design major. City and the bright lights of Broadway in search of their runaway mascot, the Kapers Dude, and taught the students that decide to fight back. the back wall and the scaffolding will After working in advertising for a few each person is an important piece of the puzzle. The students, along with almost 50 parents and members of the McKinley Along the way, there is romance, create the illusion that the city is en- years, he wanted a career that was more faculty, performed in front of an audience of 800 across three nights. The production was written, choreographed and murder, and plenty of laughs — and a closed. rewarding, so he got his teaching cer- directed by McKinley parents Jenny Tananbaum and Jackie Weiner. Pictured, third-grade boys perform the musical variety of musical styles ranging from In addition, the set construction crew tificate for graphic art and design. At number “Together Wherever We Go". gospel to jazz. is emphasizing a lot of texture, such as Tickets for Urinetown, which are rust, bricks, rivets and corrugated roof- reserved seating, are $13 each. They ing material. “Texture will be used WF Community Players to can be purchased in advance at throughout to help separate things and www.wfhs.booktix.com, or at the door. give it an interesting look that’s weath- Urinetown will feature an innova- ered,” Mr. Chambers said. Present A Thousand Clowns tive, two-level set that serves as an In order to create the illusion that the WESTFIELD – Westfield Com- (Gillette) as Nick. In the role of urban backdrop for the show’s charac- stage is bigger than it is, one side of the munity Players continues its 2014- Sandra Markowitz is Debbie Lingel ters, which include the greedy corpo- stage will extend into the audience from 2015 season with the warm-hearted (Basking Ridge) and Bobby rate mogul Caldwell B. Cladwell (Frank a staircase. Also, an extended center comedy A Thousand Clowns by Herb Marusiefski (Rahway) as Albert Guerriero), his beautiful daughter Hope stage will have a working manhole that Gardner. It is being directed by Steve Admunson. Paul Arafanis (Madeleine Rosenthal), her idealistic serves as a trap door so that actors can Lemenille and produced by Garry (Westfield) and Abe Vorensky beau Bobby Strong (Julian Mone), the have an alternative way of entering and Tamburro. The production opens Sat- (Metuchen) round out the cast as jaded bathroom warden Penelope exiting scenes. urday, March 7 and runs Saturdays, Arnold (Murray's brother) and Leo Pennywise (Madeline Hudelson), the “A lot of the time the set stops at the March 14, 21, 27, 28 at 8 p.m. with Herman (Chuckles, the Chipmonk) tough-talking Officer Lockstock curtain, but in this case we’re incorpo- a matinee performance on Sunday, respectively. (Michael Poyntz), and a street urchin rating aspects of the set down into the March 22 at 3 p.m. For tickets, call (908) 232-1221 named Little Sally (Lauren Echausse). pit area to surround the musicians,” A Thousand Clowns, a benchmark or visit us on-line at Designing, creating and managing said Mr. Chambers. of Broadway comedy, produced one www.westifeldcommunityplayers.org.Tickets the set is the job of scenic designer Roy Mr. Chambers, who has designed of the theatre's most beloved roles: are $20; $10 for students and active Chambers, now in his 16th year at the approximately 30 shows at WHS, has unconventional Murray Burns, military personnel. high school. He is assisted by juniors gained a reputation for innovative sets. uncle to precocious nephew, Nick. Sarah Morton and Jack Frankola, who In the 2013 fall play, Metamorphoses, BATHROOM PASS NEEDED...Director Daniel Devlin, left, guides senior Lauren Tired of writing cheap comedy gags Westfield HS Student’s are the show’s Assistant Technical Di- the front of the stage was transformed Echausse, far right, and other cast members at a recent rehearsal for Urinetown: for "Chuckles the Chipmunk", a rectors. Members of the set construc- into a fully-functioning pool. In 2011, The Musical to be presented March 12 through 14 at Westfield High School. children's television star, Murray Photos on Exhibit finds himself unemployed with WESTFIELD – Westfield high plenty of free time with which to school sophomore, Neil Becker’s pho- JAYNE BERNSTEIN Follow us! pursue his...pursuits. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN bounds), who hit 12 in the quar- able to hit free throws. We are teammate to pass the ball to and added six rebounds, two blocked ter and finished with 16 points. going to need them, because if finished with eight assists. shots and three deflections. Nick Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times “It’s honestly been a struggle we don’t hit free throws, we are “Basically we try to get to the Mele (4 points, 2 assists) pulled Free throws may have domi- of ours this season, and it’s good not going to beat any of these rim as much as we can. With the five rebounds and added a block nated the fourth quarter, but the coming down the stretch to be powerhouses,” Mitchell said. “So shooters that we have. If I am and two deflections. Chris Westfield High School boys bas- Boutsikaris (4 points) had five ketball team began to separate rebounds, two blocks and a de- itself from the Cranford Cougars flection. late in the second quarter with “I try to contribute as much as back-to-back 3-pointers en route I can. It may not be points, but I to a 58-40 victory in the second get assists, rebounds as much as round of the Union County Tour- I can,” Murray said. nament in Westfield on February Speaking of fair share, Cougar 18. junior guard Hunter Remley had The two 3-pointers just before more than his share with 11 re- the half snapped a 20-20 tie and bounds and 15 points, including came off the hands of Blue Devils a pair of 3-pointers. Parker Hess and Matt LaCorte, “He knocked down some shots respectively. Hess finished the early. He rebounded well for us. game with eight points, includ- He played a pretty good game,” ing a second 3-pointer, and Coach Huber said. LaCorte finished with 10 points, “He can jump a little bit. You including another 3-pointer. just got to get a body on him,” “We didn’t play well in the sec- Murray said. ond half. That’s all it is,” Cougar Cougar junior Sean Leonard be- Head Coach Ryan Huber said. gan the game with a 3-pointer “They made some shots. We and Remley hit a three and a pair didn’t. They hit two threes right of free throws, but the Blue Dev- before the half and that made it ils took a three-point lead in the a six-point game. In the second quarter until Cougar Luke half, we came out flat and didn’t Christiano banged a 2-pointer at get it done.” the buzzer to make the score, Free throw shooting had been a 11-10. problem for the 12-8 Blue Devils Murray scored five points in the but not this time as they com- second quarter and so did bined to sink 20 of 28 shots (71 Remley, but Hess’ and LaCorte’s percent) and 15 of their 17 points back-to-back threes gave in the fourth quarter came from Westfield the 26-20 lead at the the charity line and the primary half. shooter was senior point guard Unlike in their first meeting on Dan Mitchell (3 assists, 6 re- January 8 when the Cougars David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times crawled back from a 20-3, first- GUARDING A COUGAR CLOSELY…Blue Devil Danny Mitchell, No. 13, keeps close tabs on Cougar Luke Christiano, quarter deficit to close within Probitas Verus Honos No. 11, as Blue Devil Owen Murray, No. 15, holds his position. Westfield topped the Cougars, 58-40. three points late in the game before losing, 45-37, the Blue it’s good to get some confidence getting played hard, I can always Devils not only maintained their See & Subscribe at from the line this game.” trust the guys on the outside and lead but expanded it to 41-31 by BallyhooBallyhoo goleader.com/ballyhoo Blue Devil junior Owen Murray get it out to them for the three winning the third quarter. LaCorte had a field night finding the right [pointer],” Murray said. began the quarter with a 3- Submit commentary and items for publishing. Murray also had his share of pointer and Remley ended it with Email to [email protected] l'ennemi du journaliste rebounds with nine and points a 3-pointer. with 12. Sean Elliott (4 points) CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-2 Thursday, February 26, 2015 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

The fourth quarter began with Mitchell’s 12 and three from stayed in this game. We didn’t maturity of the team being able said. “They are a good team.” a 2-pointer from Cougar Mike Murray. The Cougars added seven lose focus coming out at the half. to finish them in the second half,” Next on the UCT agenda for the Smith (7 points, 5 rebounds) more points in the quarter, five We came out strong and we were Mitchell said. Blue Devil would be a showdown then LaCorte matched it. From from the charity line. able to finish this game early into “You make free throws and lay- with the Patrick School in the that point, the Blue Devils’ re- “We struggled shooting the ball. that half, whereas earlier in the ups, you are going to win a lot of quarterfinal round. maining 15 points were all from We were only up six at the half, year, we would probably have let games and that’s what they did Cranford 10 10 11 9 40 the charity line, which included but it’s good to show that we them hang around. It shows the in the second half,” Coach Huber Westfield 11 15 15 17 58 SCOTT SINKS 20 POINTS, DEVITT GRABS 10 REBOUNDS; MacLELLAND PUMPS IN 16 POINTS Blue Devil Cagers Dash Past Cranford Cougar Girls, 48-39

By ALEX LOWE Scotch Plains-Fanwood in a physi- (4-16) within hailing distance by quarter. MacLelland’s inside ters of play is what we need to cal Union County Tournament first scoring eight points in the first bucket with 1:15 remaining cut win games and that has eluded Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times round contest. the deficit to 13-11. But Scott us this season.” Westfield High School senior “A fast turn around is definitely answered on the other end with Westfield gradually built the Lillian Scott scored 20 points and a challenge,” said Westfield Head Reading is Good For You a drive to the basket on which advantage to 10 points after grabbed six rebounds to power Coach Liz McKeon. “But our girls she was fouled. Scott would con- Jacqueline Knapp hit a three- the Blue Devil girls basketball show a lot of heart and played vert the free throw for a 16-11 point basket to make it 23-13, team past Cranford, 48-39, in well today. I really don’t know Blue Devil lead heading into the midway through the second pe- regular season action on Febru- when we’ll have our girls back at second quarter. riod. Another 3-point bomb, this ary 18 in Cranford. The Blue Dev- full strength. We just have to “That was sort of the story of time from Olivia Luzzi with :11 to ils led from wire to wire in suc- keep playing hard in their ab- this game,” said Cougar Head play made it 28-17 heading into cessfully navigating a classic trap sence.” Coach Jackie Dyer. “Westfield the halftime break. game. Westfield, already short- Westfield (13-7) got off to a would catch us and take advan- One thing that makes Westfield handed due to injuries to Amalia fast start in building a 7-2 lead tage in situations where we got a successful is that they rarely give Montes and Liz Brucia, was play- midway through the opening pe- little lax on defense. And it has the opponent a chance to get ing its second game in less than riod. Cerys MacLaelland (16 goleader.com/subscribe really been the story of our sea- back into the game once they’ve 24 hours, having just defeated points, 6 rebounds) kept Cranford son so far. Four consistent quar- CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-3 Thursday, February 26, 2015 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary ** Westfield Basketball Blue Devils Dash Past Cranford Cougar Girls, 48-39 ** established control. The Blue “We have a couple of players seven points, while Lindsay Pace Devils kept the pressure on in hurt for us right now, so we are a and Caroline McCaffrey each had the third quarter with Scott scor- little short on the bench, but our five points. ing on a jump shot and Shannon little girls in the backcourt have The Blue Devils were set to play Devitt scoring on an inside move done a really nice job for us.” Governor Livingston next in the to the basket to stretch the lead Despite some nice offensive se- Quarterfinals of the Union County to 32-17. quences, Cranford could draw no Tournament. Cranford was elimi- From there, the Cougars were closer than nine the rest of the nated earlier by Summit, 55-51. in chase mode. Cranford man- way. Westfield just never allowed If Westfield managed to get past aged to draw within seven points the Cougars to get on a run Governor Livingston, it would at 34-27 after back-to-back three without answering. likely mean a showdown in the point baskets by Sarah Ross and “I think we have a very talented semifinal round against Roselle Lindsay Pace late in the quarter. group of girls on this team,” said Catholic. But Scott would score Westfield’s Cougar freshman Camryn Cranford meanwhile will set its next six points to stake them to Wichelns. “We just seem to lose sights on a trip to Voorhees in a 40-29 lead early in the fourth our focus at certain points in Glen Gardner for their first round quarter. games. Westfield exploited that match up in the state playoffs “We are playing well right now,” today.” scheduled for March 3. Westfield, said Westfield senior Jamie Miller, Devitt finished with six points, the fifth seed in the North 2, 10 rebounds and two blocks, Group IV bracket will host 12th Knapp netted eight points and seeded Dickinson on March 2. Probitas Verus Honos Abby Demers had five points. Westfield 16 12 8 12 48 Cougar Sarah Ross finished with Cranford 11 6 12 10 39 Cougars Repeat, Raiders Second, Blue Devils Fifth at District 11 Mat Tournament

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* SPF Raiders Reject Arthur L. Johnson Crusader Boys, 79-65, in Basketball * Page S-9 Thursday, February 26, 2015 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Garwood Sees 16-Percent Hike In RVSA Assessment

By BRIAN TRUSDELL cally beneficial to the borough. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader “It’s a little scary to sit here and realize that there’s nothing we GARWOOD – Rahway Valley can do other than pay the bill,” Sewerage Authority (RVSA) offi- Ms. Todisco said. cials told the borough council Mr. Meehan said that since the Tuesday that Garwood’s waste assessments are based on a five- flow has remained flat, but its year average, Garwood should proportion among the 14 mu- expect to see 5- to 7-percent nicipalities within the coalition increases “for another year or has jumped, resulting in a 16- two.” percent increase in the borough’s The matter is of particular im- assessment this year. portance to the finance commit- The spike of $86,428 equates tee, chaired by Councilman Louis to an approximately $45 increase Petruzzelli, who stated the panel per home assessed at $100,000, has already met twice. The coun- Councilwoman Sara Todisco said, cil has scheduled two special $6 more than the total tax in- meetings, on consecutive Thurs- crease passed by the council last days, March 12 and March 19, for year. a public hearing of the budget. The charge is $26,000 more The council also heard from Christina M. Hinke for The Westfield Leader than last year’s increase, and Garwood’s financial officials, who WAS ELSA VISITING CRANFORD?... This ice sculpture of Olaf was a creation of Robert Scott of Springfield Avenue returns the RVSA assessment to briefed the members on a pro- in Cranford. 2008 levels, according to Coun- posed bond sale, the borough’s cilman Jim Mathieu. first in 12 years. RVSA Executive Director James The bond would consolidate Cranford Budget Review Continues; Meehan explained that while the about $2.74 million of existing agency’s budget has remained debt, accrued since 2004 and static, the costs are adjusted by now financed through short-term Building Coverage Is Discussed percentage depending on use lending, into an 11-year note among the 11 members and three that municipal auditor Warren By CHRISTINA M. HINKE sitting in the office 10 or 20 hours changed in the past two years, user municipalities from Spring- Korecky projected would be Specially Written for The Westfield Leader a week, but they will be in town,” since it was initially drafted. field to Woodbridge. bought at 2.25 percent. At that Mr. O’Brien said. The project paid partly by grant Although the borough’s waste rate, the bond would result in CRANFORD — The township Last year, the township com- funds is for beautification of the flow has remained at about an $389,373.50 in interest pay- committee continued its 2015 mittee did away with its in-house North Avenue train station, as average of 0.81 million gallons ments over the 11 years. departmental budget review engineering department in favor well as creating safe traffic pat- per day (mgd) over the past few Among the items that would be Monday at its workshop meet- of a consultant. The in-house terns for pedestrian, vehicular years, since the RVSA’s total has included for the March 31 sale ing, hearing budgets from po- departmental salaries were about and bus traffic, Mr. O’Brien said. dropped from 30 mgd to 26 mgd, are $851,086 from the athletic lice, recreation, engineering and $230,000, plus benefits, Mayor Commissioner Thomas Hannen, Garwood’s share has jumped. field complex – or the Recreation the Special Improvement Dis- Andis Kalnins told The Westfield Jr. asked how many parking spots The reduction, he said, was due and Sports Complex – that trict. Leader. There also were costs to would be lost, and Mr. O’Brien to other towns, like Rahway, mak- opened in November; $342,615 Township Engineer Carl O’Brien run the department. said he would find out. ing improvements in their sys- for the new dump truck that was presented an option to include After being asked at the last During public comment, the tem to reduce things such as purchased last year, and 15 other an additional 20 hours a week by meeting about the number of manager of Jeff’s Landscaping, inflow and infiltration. I-and-I, various road and capital projects, having senior-level inspectors parking spaces lost due to the Gerry Grillo, brought up the as it is called, includes water vehicles and equipment. available. Mr. O’Brien is in-house North Avenue Train Station Plaza changes in the building cover- leaching into the sewer pipes The new bond would add to the 12 hours a week at a salary of Pedestrian Improvements ages when the master plan was through cracks and holes. current debt service remaining $87,500 per year, he said. Project, Mr. O’Brien said a total adopted last year. “This part of He said because Garwood is so on the 2003 note and raise the An additional 20 hours weekly of 22 spaces on North Avenue in this ordinance is extremely im- small, and its waste water flow borough’s total debt liability to for an inspector to be available front of the Cranford Train Sta- portant to this town. The way likewise, similar expenditures $4.88 million. would cost an additional $65,000 tion would be lost. The parking they are in the law has now put a probably would not be economi- CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE per year. “They might not be plan for the project has not CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-10 Thursday, February 26, 2015 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Cranford Amends Land Teen Dance on Tap In Cranford March 6 CRANFORD — The Cranford Development Ordinance Recreation and Parks Depart- ment has announced that its By CHRISTINA M. HINKE his first taste of firefighting…from teen dance for sixth-, seventh- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader that point on it was a no-brainer and eighth-grade Cranford stu- to me that was going to be his dents will be held on Friday, CRANFORD — The township career,” Chief Dolan said. March 6. It will take place from committee Tuesday at its official The township amended its Land 7 to 10 p.m. at the Cranford meeting recognized the 37 years Development ordinance after Community Center, located at of service Fire Chief Leonard Zoning Officer Bob Hudak real- 220 Walnut Avenue. Dolan, III has contributed to the ized the allowable maximum Students will be able to pur- Cranford Fire Department. Fire building coverages made it nearly chase a ticket at the school Chief Dolan is to retire this Sun- impossible for homeowners to they attend on Wednesday or day, March 1, and Fire Captain make an addition to a home with- Thursday, the week of the Dean Russamano was appointed out having to apply for a vari- dance. The cost of a ticket is as acting fire chief for a term not ance. Mr. Hudak’s building cov- $5. Cranford students who at- to exceed 60 days. erage recommendations were Christina Hinke for The Westfield Leader tend a private school may pur- Chief Dolan’s son, Patrick changed per the following: from chase a ticket at the Commu- THE NEXT GENERATION...Cranford Fire Chief Leonard Dolan’s son, Patrick Dolan, was appointed as a 18 percent to 25 percent in the Dolan, was appointed as a firefighter for the Cranford Fire Department. Mr. Dolan nity Center on Wednesday or firefighter within the Cranford R-1 and R-2 zones; 19 percent to Thursday, the week of the is a third generation firefighter. Mr. Dolan's girlfriend, Nora Walsh, stands by his Fire Department. Mr. Dolan is a 28 percent in the R-3 zones, and side. Chief Dolan will be retiring from the department on March 1. dance, between 3 and 4:30 third-generation firefighter. “It 20 percent to 30 percent in the p.m. Tickets will not be sold at is an awesome experience for R-4 and R-5 (single- and two- the door. me as well as for him,” Chief family homes) zones. Further questions may be di- CR Budget Review Continues Dolan said of his son following in Florio, Perrucci, Steinhardt & rected to the Recreation and his footsteps. Fader was approved, 4-to-1, by Parks Department at (908) chokehold on everyone in this Resident Barbara Krause urged Chief Dolan recounted his son’s the township committee to pro- 709-7283. town and anyone looking to move the committee to support the fire experiences as a youth in the vide affordable-housing legal in to make an investment,” Mr. and police departments in their firehouse, then as an adult in- services to not exceed $10,000 Grillo said. requests for additional staff. terning at a volunteer fire de- in the year 2015. Commissioner Reading is Good For You Zoning Officer Bob Hudak made When asked by Mrs. Krause about partment where he experienced Tom Hannen, Jr. voted against recommendations to the com- the fire department’s request for his first real fire to fight. “He got CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE mittee regarding the building cov- eight additional firefighters, erage. Mayor Kalnins said, “I don’t think The recreation department had that is realistic.” an increase in salaries, Recre- “I think we have to put our finan- Garwood Sees 16-Percent Hike ation Director Steve Robertazzi cial resources in the most impor- said, after the department hired tant areas,” Mrs. Krause said. In action taken by the council, Northfield, N.J., that will allow staff last year. He also said the Mrs. Krause also noted the fire the members – after a more than residents or business owners to public pool membership de- department’s recent presenta- one-hour executive session dur- remit tax payments via computer. creased after the department tion on fire, as well as the fire ing the workshop portion of the The purchase was necessitated goleader.com/subscribe raised pool fees last year. that collapsed a building in meeting – unanimously voted to because the borough’s current The police department is re- Edgewater. In light of the highly seek arbitration in the governing software provider, First Byte of questing an additional parking flammable materials used in body’s negotiations with the po- Teaneck, N.J., is unable to con- AARP Offers Trip enforcement officer and two new modern-day construction, and lice officers’ union. The most re- tinue support due to a health police officers be added to the that type of building materials cent contract expired December condition of one of the principals. To Casino March 5 force for a total police force of 51 being used in newly built apart- 31 and the negotiating commit- Additionally, the council AREA — The Rahway AARP will officers. ment complexes in Cranford, she tee and union have been unable amended its regulations regard- hold a trip to Atlantic City’s Re- “Another part-time or full-time asked the township to lobby for to come to an agreement after ing parks, playgrounds and fa- sorts Casino on Thursday, March person (parking enforcement of- stricter construction codes. six months of talks, police nego- cilities to remove the clause that 5. The cost is $25 and partici- ficer) would optimize the parking “This state code has so many tiation committee chairwoman permitted the killing of snakes pants will receive a $25 voucher. system we have,” Police Chief problems. We have a responsi- Ann Tarantino said. on sight. It also abolished the The departure time is 8:30 a.m., James Wozniak said. bility to address it, especially Additionally, officials voted to construction board of appeals and with participants returning home Last year, the township up- since these units are in our com- spend $21,500 to purchase fi- removed the cost-of-living index at 6:30 p.m. Interested persons graded its parking meter system munity in large numbers,” Mrs. nance and tax software from provision from the ordinance are asked to call Irene at (732) at a cost of about $463,000. Krause said. Edmunds & Associates of regulating political contributions. 499-7740. Page S-11 Thursday, February 26, 2015 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Wednesday Morning Club Plans Salute to the Irish CRANFORD — St. Patrick’s Day at Kilkenny House, where they will be celebrated a little early will hear about “Barry’s Journey when the Wednesday Morning to America.” Club meets on March 4, at 10 The Wednesday Morning Club a.m., at the Cranford Commu- is geared toward mature women nity Center, located at 220 Wal- living in Union County who have nut Avenue. A program celebrat- recently retired or left the work- ing the Irish will be presented by place and are seeking new activi- the Literature Department, ties. Participants enjoy getting chaired by Edith Coogan. The together several times a month board will meet at 9:30 a.m. Co- to exchange ideas and explore presidents Dot Conheeney and areas of interest in the arts, lit- Barbara Jackson will conduct both erature and public affairs. For meetings. more information and to attend a Bernadette Murphy, director of meeting, call Diane Hickey at Project Ready at St. Joseph So- (908) 272-8665. cial Service Center in Elizabeth, will be the guest speaker when the club’s Public Affairs Depart- Reading is Good For You ment meets on Tuesday, March 10, in the home of Dot Conheeney at 1 p.m. The club’s American Arts and Crafts Department will meet on Christina Hinke for The Westfield Leader Tuesday, March 17, at 10 a.m., ZONING TALK...Gerry Grillo, manager of Jeffs Landscaping of Cranford, speaks to the township committee Monday at the Cranford Community Cen- at the worskhop meeting about his disapproval of the maximum building coverage that was adopted as part of the land ter. Member Anne Castellano will development ordinance last year. The committe on Tuesday amended the ordinance to reflect the recommendations by the demonstrate art techniques. township zoning officer that increased the maximum allowable building coverage. The township amended its Land Coming on Wednesday, March Development ordinance after Zoning Officer Bob Hudak realized the allowable maximum building coverages made it 18, members will meet at 1 p.m. nearly impossible for homeowners to make an addition to a home without having to apply for a variance. goleader.com/subscribe Probitas Verus Honos Cranford Amends Land Development Ordinance Deutscher Club the resolution. ties, which is the new develop- has gone on here, especially since Ms. Seufert to Exhibit Posts Blood Drive Phil Morin is an attorney of the ment at 555 South Avenue that we are concerned of conflict,” Digital Montages CLARK — The Deutscher Club, firm, and has previously repre- was the result of a builder’s rem- Ms. La Brutto said. located at 787 Featherbed sented the township in the edy lawsuit. Ms. La Brutto also has voiced ROSELLE PARK — Roselle Lane, Clark, has scheduled its Birchwood litigation. Mr. Morin Resident Rita La Brutto said in her opinion on affordable-hous- Park resident Leona M. Seufert next blood drive for Saturday, previously served as Union the conference session held prior ing credits that she believes ex- will exhibit her digital mon- March 21, from 8 a.m. to 2 County Republican chairman to the official meeting that she ist currently in Cranford but are tages in “Soulscapes – A 10 p.m. The ALYX system for col- and is a former mayor of believed hiring this firm would be not accounted for, and has asked Year Retrospective” at the Art lection will again be available. Cranford. “throwing good money after bad.” the committee on multiple occa- and Soul Galleries in Roselle Donations will take place in- Residents of Cranford, in the The township had submitted an sions to pursue those credits. Park. The exhibit will run side the club’s ballroom and past, had said they thought hir- RFQ twice, and both times only During public comment at the through Friday, March 13, will support local hospitals. A ing this firm represented a con- one law firm bid, Mayor Andis official meeting, resident Frank 2015. A reception to meet the free continental breakfast or a flict of interest. A partner of the Kalnins said. He also said it was Krause asked again to have the artist will be this Saturday, light lunch, consisting of firm, Florio Perrucci Steinhardt sent directly to the township’s committee extend an offer to February 28, from 2 to 4 p.m. bratwurst, potato salad, & Fader, was alleged to be con- appeal attorney, and the attor- Governor Chris Christie to come Art and Soul Galleries is lo- sauerkraut and beverage, will nected to Lehigh Acquisition ney did not bid. and speak at a town hall meeting cated at 128 Chestnut Street. be offered to all donors. 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