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USPS 680020 Published Every Thursday OUR 112th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 08-112 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. Thursday, November 1, 2001 Since 1890 (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS Four GOP Incumbents Seek To Hold Off Dem Challenge

By PAUL J. PEYTON Janis F. Weinstein will face a chal- taxes have risen from $9.3 million in Specially Written for The Westfield Leader lenge from former Board of Educa- 1990 to $12.6 million in 2000, a Voters will head to the polls on tion President and last year’s May- difference of $3.3 million not $7.2 Tuesday to decide races in all four oral candidate, Susan Jacobson, an million. He further noted that four of of Westfield’s wards. Four Repub- executive with the Union County those annual tax hikes came during lican incumbents are looking to Chamber of Commerce. the tenure of Mayor Jardim. hold onto their seats, while Demo- Republicans are not particularly Mr. Rotter called the latest park- crats are looking, at the very least, focused on any council seat; they ing report, released in September by to pick up two seats in order to take want to hold onto all four incumbent an advisory panel commissioned by the majority. seats that are up this year. Mayor McDermott “redundant,” in Republicans, which have never Westfield Republican Party Chair- that it reached the conclusion the been in the minority on the govern- man Jon Bramnick said the qualities town already has known – that ing body, currently hold a 5-3 edge. he looks for in candidates are expe- Westfield needs more parking ca- Westfield’s four wards are each rep- rience and integrity. pacity. resented by two members on the He described the four GOP incum- Mr. Bramnick said that on the park- council. Last year, the GOP re- bents as “really nice people who are ing issue Republicans have put town captured the Mayor’s office fol- trying to do a good job.” He also residents instead of an outside con- lowing four years under the leader- pointed to the town’s history under sultant in charge of finding a loca- ship of Democrat Thomas C. Republican leadership, saying they tion for a parking deck. Jardim. have always worked for the best in- “The consultant did not consult In the First Ward, incumbent Peter terest of the town and not that of the with the neighborhood,” the Repub- M. Echausse is being challenged by Republican Party. lican Chairman explained. Reid Edles, the President of the Democratic Party Chairman Ken- According to the Union County Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad. neth Rotter said that the Democrats Clerk’s Office, Elections Division, Mr. Echausse, who is employed as a are running on what they see is the there are 18,967 registered voters in credit research analyst with Domin- major theme in Westfield. Westfield. Broken down by party, ion Securities, lost a close race last “Democratic candidates are all sort that includes 4,666 Republicans, Courtesy of Suzannah Plant year to Democrat incumbent Coun- SCENE FROM GROUND ZERO…Pictured above is a scene from the World Trade Center site, known as “ground zero,” of focused on what they see as the 3,825 Democrats, 10,438 unaffili- as observed by Westfield resident Suzannah Plant and New Jersey Naval Militia Lieutenant Bill W. Sheppard of Fanwood, cilman Carl A. Salisbury. He was number one problem which is one ated voters and 38 declared Indepen- who have been active in helping the city recover from the September 11 tragedy. The photograph shows the progress made appointed to fill the year remaining party dominance which some people dents. in the cleanup effort so far, although fires continue to burn and much work still needs to be done. of Mayor Gregory S. McDermott’s feel has led to complicity,” Mr. Rotter council term. stated. Second Ward Councilman Mat- He charged that the Republicans, thew P. Albano is opposed by Tho- who have always had the majority on Bagger, Kean, Munoz Seek to Hold GOP Seats mas J. Fucillo, an attorney; Third the governing body, have raised the Ward Councilman Neil F. Sullivan, municipal portion of taxes $7.2 mil- Jr., will face attorney Kevin G. Walsh, lion over the past 10 years. In Contest Against Steinberg, Jardim, Hern and Fourth Ward Councilwoman “That’s more than double (what is was) and still there is no place to park By PAUL J. PEYTON tive District, Westfield is now part of and Warren and Watchung in slate by Westfield resident Tom Kean, (in the downtown),” Mr. Rotter noted. and ADAM TURNER the re-crafted 21st District. The dis- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Somerset County. Jr., the son of former two-term Gov- He also said the GOP-controlled trict also includes Berkeley Heights, Two former Westfield Mayors, Re- ernor Thomas H. Kean, Sr. Joining council doubled parking fees over This year’s 21st Legislative Dis- Cranford, Garwood, Mountainside, publican Assemblyman Richard H. the GOP ticket is Dr. Eric Munoz of the past year. trict race has a strong Westfield ap- Springfield, Summit, Roselle Park, Bagger, and Democrat Thomas C. Summit, a trauma surgeon and GOP Mr. Bramnick quickly responded peal, as three of the candidates are in Union County; Millburn in Essex Jardim, are seeking State Senate and Chairman in Summit where he re- by saying, “that (the tax) allegation Westfield Polling Places: town residents. County; Chatham, Harding, Long Assembly seats, respectively. cently served on the Common Coun- is inaccurate.” He said municipal After 10 years in the 22nd Legisla- Hill and Madison in Morris County, Mr. Bagger is joined on the GOP First Ward: cil. Mr. Jardim is running with State Districts 1 and 2: Senate candidate Ellen Steinberg of Roosevelt Intermediate School Chatham, an attorney in Union and Gym, 302 Clark Street. United Fund, DWC Assisting Local Families campaign worker for former U.S. Districts 3, 5 and 7: Senator Bill Bradley’s 2000 Presi- Franklin Elementary School dential Campaign and Assembly Auditorium, 700 Prospect Street. candidate J. Brooke Hern of New Districts 4 and 6: Of Sept. 11 Victims Through Human Services Providence, an attorney who ran for Westfield Memorial Library, Congress last year. Program Room, 550 East Broad By DEBORAH MADISON prised of a network of 21 local social who are affiliated with Westfield plained Mrs. Maggio. The major issue in New Jersey Street. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader service organizations, a collabora- through their jobs in town or the Through Youth and Family Ser- legislative races this year is property Second Ward: At the request of Westfield Mayor tive web of assistance has been cre- local churches where they worship. vices, the United Fund has set up taxes. The candidates have said more District 1: Gregory S. McDermott, local social ated to help families cope with their The supporting agencies working counseling support groups for indi- needs to be done to lessen the burden Union County Annex, 300 service agencies in the Westfield area loss and grief. with the United Fund, which include viduals who lost a spouse on Sep- of property taxes on New Jerseyans North Avenue. have formed a comprehensive net- Linda Maggio, Executive Direc- the Red Cross, the Westfield Y, Youth tember 11. while maintaining the high-quality District 2, 3 and 6: work of human services to aid those tor of the United Fund of Westfield, and Family Services, among others, “These families are trying to cope public school systems New Jersey Washington Elementary families that have been most affected told The Westfield Leader that during are providing families with legal, with a tremendous amount of grief has had. School Auditorium, 900 St. by the terrorist attacks of September this time of grieving and re-adjust- financial and emotional assistance, on top of new financial concerns,” “People are concerned about the 11. Marks Avenue. ment, assistance in many areas of said Mrs. Maggio. said Mrs. Maggio. “They need more education system. They want schools Under the umbrella of the United daily life is being offered to nine Each family has been assigned a than just money or phone numbers. to continue at the high level they are District 4 and 5: Fund of Westfield, which is com- Wilson Elementary School Au- Westfield families and five families personal advocate who helps deter- They need a hug, which is what we now. The issue for us is to continue funding the schools without break- ditorium, 301 Linden Avenue. mine the family’s particular needs give them.” and areas of concern. The family The United Fund is distributing a ing the taxpayers’ backs,” Mr. Jardim Third Ward: advocates are knowledgeable in many book of referral numbers, which also said. District 1: areas of acquiring social services, contains valuable advice and infor- The candidates all have their opin- Westfield Rescue Squad, including obtaining Social Security, mation on all aspects of legal and ions as to what is “the biggest issue Watterson Street. probating wills and securing life and financial concerns confronting the in the State Legislature” at the cur- Districts 2, 3 and 4: health insurance for the families that families that have lost a loved one. rent time, according to Mr. Jardim. Edison Intermediate School have been affected financially, ex- Working along with the United “I want to see a stronger state role Gym, 800 Rahway Avenue. CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 Districts 5, 6 and 7: Jefferson Elementary School Auditorium, 1200 Boulevard. NEW WARD MAP CONTINUES TO CAUSE UPROAR Fourth Ward: Districts 1 and 2: McKinley Elementary School Auditorium, 500 First Avenue. Victoria’s Secret Window Sign Districts 3 and 4: Westfield High School Lobby, 550 Dorian Road. Called Explicit by Residents District 5: By PAUL J. PEYTON explicit sign in a window display at movies and TV shows their kids may Jefferson Elementary School Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Auditorium, 1200 Boulevard. Victoria’s Secret on East Broad watch. A group of Westfield residents have Street. Ms. Reinhardt said child develop- asked the town to take action to The store is located opposite Cen- ment experts have told the parent- remove what they view as a sexually tral Avenue and the Rialto Theatre. teacher organizations in town “the Mountainside Polling Places: The national women’s lingerie re- overemphasis on sex in our culture is PUBLISHER’S NOTE tailer, two women said, have a sign creating uneasiness and promiscuity District 1 and 6: This edition of The Westfield Leader featuring the image of a woman wear- in our children.” Municipal Building, Court and of The Times of Scotch Plains– ing undergarments that they feel is Given that, she added, “Victoria’s Room, 1385 Route 22. Fanwood is dedicated to your freedom inappropriate for families and espe- Secret has taken away our ability to District 2, 7 and 8: and to your duty to uphold it; PLEASE cially children passing the store, given choose in our own town and we are Our Lady of Lourdes Roman VOTE. A review of all candidates for its location in the downtown. angry.” public office is provided within. The sign is part of a national ad- Debbie Montick of Scudder Road Catholic Church, 300 Central To inform as many as possible, the Avenue. vertising campaign that asks women, asked the town to enforce its sign newspapers have been printed and “What is sexy?” ordinance to require the retailer to District 3, 4 and 5: mailed as well as published today to Amy Horowitz for The Westfield Leader Libby Reinhardt of Harrison Av- remove the sign from its window. Presbyterian Church, Assem- the world on the Internet at enue said parents and community YANKEE DOODLE DANDY…Ryan Esposito, 6, also known as “Uncle Sam,” www.goleader.com. She described the woman in the ad as bly Room, Deerpath and Meet- confidently strutted America’s stars and stripes during the first-ever Downtown leaders, “work hard to protect our wearing a “black-laced garter and ing House Lane. Westfield Corporation Halloween Costume Contest on Quimby Street. Ryan cap- Horace R. Corbin Publisher children from what we feel is inap- skimpy black panties.” tured the “Most Patriotic” category, which was sponsored by The Westfield Leader. propriate,” such has deciding which CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 FullFull CCampaignampaign coveragecoverage startsstarts onon PagePage 66 REMEMBER TO VOTE ON NOVEMBER 6TH CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 14 Thursday, November 1, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Westfielder Suzannah Plant Gives Account Victoria’s Secret Window Sign On Feeding Workers at Ground Zero By HORACE R. CORBIN going on with policemen, firemen food and drive it into Manhattan in Called Explicit by Residents Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times and workers of the rescue effort. my jeep on Saturdays,” she said. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 WESTFIELD — Suzannah Plant She told The Westfield Leader and “Some businesses around here are She said a short time after store ex- of Westfield chose her way to help Town Attorney Robert Cockren said In other business, the governing body The Times of Scotch Plains– just so good in helping. Panera Bread ecutives in Victoria’s Secret corporate the town’s zoning official is currently opted to delay action on a bond ordinance with the aftermath of the WTC ter- Fanwood, “They’re just incredible, Company, John’s Meat Market, headquarters in Chicago received a let- investigating the legality of the sign. for the Westfield Memorial Pool expan- rorist attack. Since September, Ms. 12-14 hours a day, day after day; Northside Trattoria, Ferraro’s, ter from Mayor Gregory S. McDermott First Ward Councilman Carl A. sion project. The town has been asked by Plant has joined hundreds of volun- their spirit is amazing, but they get Hershey’s Deli, My Town Bakery, advising them of the concern residents Salisbury, although supporting the Recreation Department officials to bond teers and private sponsors at Nino’s tired, hungry and dirty; they need B.G. Field’s, Robert Treat and Feast have regarding the store’s window ad- women’s efforts, said he wants to be an additional $500,000 following a $1.6 Restaurant in Lower Manhattan in cheering up too. I just had to do Catering/Lia’s are wonderful for vertising, Victoria’s Secret displayed the careful that the town does not regulate million bid by Metcon Construction, Inc. feeding and supplying the workers at something,” said Suzannah. pitching in,” she said. “giant sign of a topless woman.” commercial speech on the basis of con- of Rockaway. “Ground Zero.” “I started off by obtaining dona- Ms. Plant told the Leader/Times She said the action following the tent. Mr. Cockren indicated he would like Recreation Department officials ex- A commuter to Manhattan and an tions of food from generous and pa- that she has expanded her efforts to Mayor’s letter shows “a complete lack of to settle the matter without any court plained that the $1.1 million the town had employee with Neilsen’s marketing triotic businesses in Westfield and weekday evenings and to national corporate and community responsibil- action by the town. budgeted for the project was based on research, Ms. Plant saw what was Scotch Plains. I pick up the donated search for logistics and support. These ity.” Acting Town Administrator Jim Gildea specifications drawn up by the town’s She said based on the town’s sign ordi- noted a proposal is before the president of consulting firm, Kinsey Associates, 18 efforts have led to her obtaining nance, the store’s window sign appears to Victoria’s Secret to change the window months ago. 400,000 pairs of foodservice gloves be excessive in height, size and ratio and displays in reference to signs and manne- The council was expected to hold a from AmerCare of Charleston, S.C.; violates the clause on obscene porno- quins, to avoid what may be perceived as special meeting prior to the Wednesday, 70,000 pounds of chicken from graphic messages. lewdness. November 7 conference session, at which Tyson’s Food; coffee and espresso time they may introduce the ordinance. for the duration from Dallas Broth- Fourth Ward Councilman Lawrence A. ers of Queens; a walk-in freezer and Goldman said he was concerned about a 700 lb. icemaker from Hoshivaki ‘Westfield Leader on the Air’ the legality of bonding the additional America and 35 cases of milk from funds for the project, given that only one Parmalat. Program Debuts on TV-36 bidder submitted a proposal. When asked by The Leader/Times Officials noted that eight firms picked what else is needed, Ms. Plant re- WESTFIELD -- The Westfield strategy outlined by President up bid specifications from the town but plied that a practical “wish list” is TV-36 Advisory Board has an- George W. Bush. only Metcon submitted a proposal. Offi- being prepared; but, right now, she nounced the debut of a pilot pro- The New Jersey Naval Militia cials are seeking to have the project, which duction entitled, “The Westfield volunteers, with their small force will add additional pools and a new div- said she is frustrated by being unsuc- ing tank and slides, completed by July 15. cessful in obtaining a TV for the Leader On the Air.” of ships, served the region during Several residents approached the town workers while they eat and relax. The first production began airing and after the tragic events of Sep- in opposition to a decision made by the She also said that comedy entertain- last week, and will be rerun for the tember 11. The New Jersey Naval Westfield Ward Commission to approve a ment would be good to bolster their next several weeks on Fridays at Militia has become a nationwide map that moves the Cacciola Place neigh- spirits. “After all, the work these 12:30, 4:30 7:30 and 10:30 p.m., model for other states that are con- borhood — currently split between the men do is quite grim,” she said. and on Sundays at 4:30, 7:30 and sidering forming volunteer militia. Second and Third Wards – entirely into Nino’s Restaurant of the Zendone 10:30 p.m. Eileen O’Donnell, who serves as the Second Ward. family has been closed for business The hour-long program features the TV-36 Advisory Board Vice Mary Withers of Cacciola Place and a former Westfield resident, Admiral Chairwoman, said, “This subject resident of the Second Ward, opposed Courtesy of Suzannah Plant as a result of the WTC attack. Since A WALL OF WONDER…Created by a New York City Police artist named then, “Mamma Nino” has been lead- Timothy Beard 3rd, who details the matter is timely and will give moving the entire neighborhood to the Chico, an extensive mural is pictured in the backdrop of the catastrophic ruins ing this charity effort at the restau- New Jersey Naval Militia’s role in Westfield viewers some insight into Second Ward. near Ground Zero in Lower Manhattan. Pictured, left to right, are: Momma rant to feed the disaster workers at “Operation Home Defense,” the how people living in and around She said rather than move the current Zendone, proprietor of Nino’s Restaurant, and Suzannah Plant of Westfield. town are involved in protecting Third Ward section of her neighborhood “Ground Zero.” to the Second Ward, the 200 block should America from further attack. have been moved back to the Third Ward. “It will certainly provide a dif- “I am very, very upset that my vote ferent perspective than the national doesn’t count,” Mrs. Withers stated, add- United Fund, DWC Assisting Local Families and regional news coverage we’ve ing that she feels “disenfranchised.” watched for the past month, while Second Ward Councilman Rafael communicating to local residents Betancourt, noting that he and Second Of Sept. 11 Victims Through Human Services different ways in which to get more Ward Councilman Matthew P. Albano CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 involved,” she added. visited the neighborhood this past Sun- Fund, the Downtown Westfield Cor- cooperation that Westfield’s United promised. The United Fund is also They have also been a part of Ms. O’Donnell credited Horace day, said he is always available to his coordinating meetings with many R. Corbin, Publisher of The constituents and urged them to contact poration has organized an assistance Fund has implemented. always looking for more volunteers. him and Mr. Albano, “and we will help program for the families called Mrs. Maggio, who has been with They can be reached at (908) 233- social service agencies in the net- Westfield Leader and The Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood, with de- with whatever you need.” “Westfield Cares,” which provides the United Fund for over 27 years, 2113 for volunteering information. work of relief providers, since Sep- Mr. Albano added that he would like to free or at cost services and goods to also wished to emphasize that this The United Fund of Westfield is tember 11. They have a referral ser- veloping the concept for the pro- duction and commended the Direc- start attending meetings of the Westfield the families from local merchants. assistance will be here for these fami- the local branch of the United Way of vice by phone to assist families in Neighborhood Council, which he has not The concept for “Westfield Cares” lies for years to come. In looking for Union County. The United Way also finding financial, legal or counsel- tor of Operations for TV-36, Doug been invited to at present. was conceived by Sal Caruana, a a model of long-term success, she coordinates services to assist fami- ing services. Black. “I would love to attend them to show member of the Downtown Westfield said that she thought of the commit- lies in need, explained the United Ms. Glennan said that she would She stated that, “With the new you that we do care,” he added. Corporation (DWC) Board of Direc- tee that continues to assist families Way’s Chief Executive Officer, Elise like all of the families affected by the camera equipment purchased over Donnell Carr of Hort Street said, “the tors. affected by the Oklahoma City bomb- Glennan. One of their main func- September 11 tragedy to contact the the last few months, we’re in a politicians should reconsider what they The DWC is endorsing the pro- ing five years after the incident. tions has been to provide funding to United Way at (908) 353-7171, to position now to begin moving for- have done,” adding that “they have al- gram and affords participating mer- “We’ll be here for these families local social service organizations that determine what types of assistance ward with some new programming lowed the carving off and placing of a chants their 501(C)3 non-profit sta- now and tomorrow,” Mrs. Maggio provide direct assistance. they can provide. that will really highlight the value vital neighborhood in an indifferent place, our local channel can provide to where its citizens’ voices will have little tus as a deduction for their donations significance.” to the program. More than 23 local Westfield residents.” Mr. Corbin stated that The Kennis Fairfax of Livingston Street merchants have agreed to donate said the Ward Commission has effec- goods or services to the nine Westfield 22nd District One of Campaigns Westfield Leader and The Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood was happy tively “split up a stronghold” for the families for varying lengths of time Democratic Party by putting a Demo- and in various amounts. to undertake the pilot project with cratic neighborhood in the traditionally Mr. Caruana, who is also on the Being Watched by Both Parties TV-36 and the New Jersey Naval Republican Second Ward. United Fund September 11 Commit- Militia, particularly in view of the importance of the subject to the tee, said that he expects that the By PAUL J. PEYTON lation concerning the state’s cable TV the Assembly’s Housing Committee. number of merchants will grow. Each and FRED ROSSI industry as well as co-sponsoring the bill Chris Santora, a spokesman for Ms. community and to the nation. participating merchant will receive a Specially Written for The Westfield Leader to increase the amount of Homestead Walsh and Mr. Spera, said he believes “We got our feet wet. Now, the 21st District New Jersey newspaper is examining the invest- plaque to honor their contribution. SCOTCH PLAINS -- Rebate checks. the race will come down only a few CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Democrats hoping to take control of the ment, costs and staff time that would Other examples of the Mr. Campbell has issued a number of hundred votes difference on either side. in helping communities by merging with community’s generosity, according State Legislature in this month’s elec- proposals, among them a ban on racial He called the 22nd District contest “the be required for a monthly TV pro- tion view the new 22nd Legislative Dis- gram,” Mr. Corbin stated. “Such a the counties to solve problems,” said Mr. to Mrs. Maggio, have been the two profiling and a legislation to prohibit sleeper” race in the state. Jardim, a former President of the Union trict as one of the focal points of their legislators from holding civil service or “I think they (the Democrats) thought development would then make it young boys who came into the United efforts. County League of Municipalities. Fund’s office and emptied out their appointed position with financial duties this was going to be a safe race for them. possible for our newspapers to work Mr. Bagger said he and his fellow Re- Created as a result of the 2000 census, in a school district, municipality, special But now they know it’s not because we with all the local TV stations in the piggy banks on her desk; eight fami- the new 22nd District — which includes publicans want “to build on what we have services district or county. have such strong candidates. area.” been doing the past couple of years.” He lies on Tamaques Way who donated Scotch Plains, Fanwood, Plainfield, He said the Democratic ticket has He cited Mayor Walsh’s efforts to the proceeds of their garage sales to “In concept, we would draw from cited the GOP’s efforts of offering rebate North Plainfield, South Plainfield, pulled ahead in polls in recent weeks rebuild her hometown’s municipal build- the imagination of the people and checks to homeowners to help offset the the relief fund and the Boosters, who Rahway, Dunellen, Middlesex, Clark, following “positive” literature his cam- ing, after the previous facility was de- donated the proceeds from their rib- content available to our newspa- school portion of property taxes. He also Linden and Green Brook — is made up paign has sent out. stroyed by flooding during Hurricane noted that Republicans, who have con- bon sale to the relief fund. of parts of the existing 17th, 20th and Charges have flown back and forth Floyd in 1999. pers in hosting programs with a variety of community topics, such trolled both houses of state government “The wonderful outpouring of love 22nd Districts. from both campaigns. Mr. Suliga sent Mr. Santora noted Ms. Walsh empha- since 1992 and the Governor’s Mansion from this community to the Septem- While the immediate area has been a out literature, which charged that Mr. sis in health and education issues and as education, sports, the arts, hob- bies, interesting people, church, since 1994, increased the NJ Tax Saver ber 11 families makes Westfield a Republican stronghold for much of the Campbell had not paid some $14,000 in Mr. Spera’s efforts, during his years as a rebate to $500 and the Homestead Rebate very special community,” Ms. past decade, the composition of the new federal taxes on his home in Plainfield Scotch Plains Councilman and Mayor, professions, business, government for seniors to $750. Maggio said. district has given Democrats reason for following articles published in area news- in revitalizing the township. and civic activities,” he concluded. The five-term Assemblyman also ex- Matt Forstenhausler, Vice Presi- optimism since heavily-Democratic Lin- papers. Mr. Campbell called the issue a The controversial marine trash trans- plained that the Republican majority in den, Rahway and Plainfield are now part private dispute between himself and the fer station on the Linden waterfront was Trenton has also frozen property taxes at dent of the United Fund and the of it and since registered Democratic Chairman of the September 11 Com- Internal Revenue Service, explaining that also raised by Mr. Santora. He said the Area Residents Earn 1997 levels for medium to low income voters outnumber Republicans by a more he paid the back taxes in order to take the Democrats believe the issue boils down seniors with the state making up the differ- mittee, said that the United Fund than 2-to-1 margin. Just under half of the issue way from his opponent. either 1,200 trucks on Union County Dean’s Scholarships “symbolizes the caring of the ence to municipalities. Mr. Bagger said district’s voters are independent. The Campbell campaign has also highways versus one train a day. Ms. the eligibility levels for seniors, was ex- Westfield community.” State Assemblyman Joseph S. Suliga charged Mr. Suliga with not supporting Walsh and Mr. Spera support New York At Syracuse Univ. panded this year for that program. Each year, Westfielders contribute of Linden, a Democrat currently repre- anti-racial profiling legislation and with sending its garage by ship down to states Syracuse University in Syracuse, He also noted that GOP Gubernatorial more than $600,000 to assist needy senting the 20th District, will be seeking having a poor attendance record in Tren- in the south already set to receive the N.Y. has reported that Scotch Plains candidate Bret Schundler has proposed families. That is 10 times the typical election to the State Senate in the new ton. waste. resident Brett Bushinger, Alexander having the state pick-up half of the educa- 22nd District against political newcomer Mr. Suliga has charged his opponent Scotch Plains and Fanwood have for amount collected by most other Grunberg of Mountainside, and tion portion of property tax bills for all United Way organizations in other Milt Campbell, a lifelong Democrat with a poor record on voting in elections. the past 10 years been part of the 22nd senior citizens who are on fixed incomes. towns, Mr. Forstenhausler remarked. turned Republican from Plainfield. To a charge by the Campbell cam- District, which is currently represented Diana Schiele were named Dean’s On the issue of property taxes, Mr. He also stated that any of the funds Mr. Suliga has served in the Assembly paign that he holds four “taxpayer sup- by State Senator and Acting Governor Scholars at Syracuse. Jardim, a former two-term mayor of donated for the September 11 relief since 1994 and is a member of that ported jobs,” Mr. Suliga said he holds the Donald T. DiFrancesco and Assembly- Brett is enrolled in Syracuse Westfield, said, “There must be a solution fund are earmarked specifically for body’s Appropriations Committee. Mr. position of Chief Financial Officer for men Richard H. Bagger and Tom Kean, University’s School of Manage- to the property tax crisis. Sooner or later Campbell, who is making his first run for the City of Linden in addition to his Jr. people can’t pay anymore; we’re not at those families and are not used for elective office, was a silver medallist in ment. Alexander is enrolled in Syra- any other purpose, including admin- Assembly seat. He said that in this ca- Mr. DiFrancesco is leaving office. Mr. that point yet. A big part is how we use it the Olympic decathlon in 1952 and a pacity, he is the chief custodian of school Bagger, who is seeking a State Senate cuse University’s College of Arts to pay for schools and this problem must istrative costs. gold medallist in the 1956 games. funds for Linden, a position, which is seat, and Mr. Kean, are running for elec- and Sciences. Diana is enrolled in be solved.” The collaborative efforts that have Assemblyman Suliga said the elec- required by state statute. tion in the new 21st District that includes Syracuse University’s College of “It’s our job as citizens to find out who been organized in Westfield have tion boils down to “leadership and expe- The Assembly races in the 22nd Dis- their Westfield home base. Arts and Sciences. the best candidate for any position is, and become a modicum of success for rience versus lack of leadership and ex- trict pit Republicans Patricia Walsh and In addition to some new representa- Dean’s Scholarships at Syracuse we usually base this on their experience other communities as well. Several perience, and character.” Gabe Spera against Democrats Linda d. tion in Trenton, the new 22nd District and what the person is going to do for you,” other towns have been consulting He cited sponsorship of legislation Stender and Jerry Green. will likely have some new issues to University are awarded to entering Mr. Jardim explained. with Mrs. Maggio in order to copy dealing with everything from prescrip- Ms. Walsh is currently the Mayor of consider come January. While the old first-year and transfer students and When asked the difference between the the structure of coordination and tion drugs for senior citizens to Green Brook, while Mr. Spera is a former district was made up of towns that were, recognize outstanding academic Democrat and Republican slates, Mr. Jardim mammograms. He also supported legis- Mayor and Councilman in Scotch Plains. by definition, suburban communities, achievement. To receive a Dean’s noted, “I believe the chief difference is they Mrs. Stender, a former Mayor and Coun- the new 22nd District, with the addition Scholarship, students must have (Mr. Kean and Dr. Munoz) were appointed cilwoman in Fanwood, is currently in of Linden, Rahway and Plainfield, will strong academic credentials in high to their positions. I have held the highest her third term on the Union County have more of an urban-industrial feel to office among any of the candidates, so I Board of Chosen Freeholders while As- it. school, be active in extracurricular know of problems municipalities face on a semblyman Green, a former county free- These three towns’ populations make and community activities, and dem- first-hand basis. It is important to have Douglas M. Fasciale holder, has represented the current 17th up about half the total population of the onstrate good character and citi- people in State Legislature with this expe- District since 1992 and is a member of 11 communities in the 22nd District. zenship. Awards are as high as rience,” Mr. Jardim said. Mr. Bagger said he also believes expe- Certified Civil Trial Attorney $4,000 per year and are renewable. rience is a big factor in the 21st District race. He noted his experience as a Con- by the Supreme Court of New Jersey gressional and Legislative District office Kevin Johnson Named aid, his eight years of experience at the municipal level in Westfield and his past Concentrating in personal injury CLEARANCE! Chancellor’s Scholar 10 years in the State Legislature. WESTFIELD – Syracuse Univer- Mr. Bagger said he is known for his and malpractice cases. sity in Syracuse, N.Y. has revealed “proven ability to get things done” in that Westfield resident Kevin Trenton. He also cited the experience his runningmates, Mr. Kean, a former Con- Johnson has been named a gressional aide and candidate for Con- Hoagland, Longo, Moran, Dunst & Doukas, LLP Chancellor’s Scholar. gress, and Dr. Munoz, and former member Attorneys At Law - A Full Service Firm Enrolled in Syracuse University’s of the Summit Common Council. S.I. Newhouse School of Public Westfield, Mountainside and a number Communications, Kevin main- of other towns have been represented for 40 Paterson Street 116 S. Euclid Avenue the past decade by Senate President and New Brunswick, NJ 08901 Westfield, NJ 07090 tained strong academic credentials Acting Governor Donald T. DiFrancesco in high school, was active in extra- of Scotch Plains, Mr. Bagger and the late (732) 545-4717 (908) 232-9944 curricular and community activi- Alan M. Augustine of Scotch Plains. Mr. ties, and demonstrated good char- Kean replaced Mr. Augustine in the As- [email protected] acter and citizenship. sembly in May. www.hoaglandlongo.com The GOP has a 25-15 majority in the Awards are as high as $6,000 per State Senate and a 45-15 edge in the year and are renewable. Assembly. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK N    N THE TIMES of SCOTCH PLAINS – FANWOOD

USPS 485200 Published OUR 43RD YEAR – ISSUE NO. 44-43 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. Thursday, November 1, 2001 Every Thursday (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS Celentano, Romano Scotch Plains Voting Places: Districts 1, 2 and 3: Park Square Off Tues. Middle School Boy’s Gym, 580 Park Avenue. Districts 4 and 5: Scotch Plains Library, Children’s Room, 1927 For SP Council Seat Bartle Avenue. Districts 6, 7 and 8: Evergreen By FRED ROSSI died; his seat was filled by fellow School, Third Grade Hallway, Specially Written for The Times Democrat Sharynn Porter. In April, 2280 Evergreen Avenue. Republicans in Scotch Plains will Ms. Porter chose not to run for the District 9: Scotch Plains- be trying to widen their slim major- remainder of Mr. Bromley’s unex- Fanwood High School, Front Hall ity on the Township Council in the pired term. by Auditorium, Westfield Road. Tuesday, November 6 General Elec- Republican Guy Celentano and District 10: Brunner Elemen- tion, while township voters will de- Democrat Patricia Romano are vy- tary School, Front Lobby, cide whether to authorize the cre- ing to fill the remaining year of Mr. Westfield Road. ation of an incentive program to help Bromley’s four-year term. A Repub- District 11: St. John the Bap- retain and attract volunteer members lican victory would give the GOP a tist Church, 2387 Morse Avenue, for the local fire department and 4-1 council majority, while a Demo- Fellowship Hall. rescue squad. cratic win would maintain the 3-2 Districts 12 and 13: McGinn Three years ago, Democrats won Republican majority. Elementary School, Room 10, three council seats and ended years Regardless of who is elected Tues- Roosevelt Avenue. of solid Republican control of the day, it will set the stage for next Districts 14 and 15: Union governing body. year’s elections, when three council Catholic High School Lobby, However, their brief 3-2 majority seats will be in contention: that of the Martine Avenue. was erased after the death in May winner of next week’s election; the Districts 16 and 21: Union 1999 of newly-elected Democratic seat of Mr. Rossi and the seat of County Vocational-Technical Councilman Franklin P. Donatelli, Councilwoman Geri M. Samuel, one Schools, 1776 Raritan Road, as the subsequent election of Repub- of the three Democrats elected in Baxel Hall (The Commons). lican Frank P. Rossi to fill Mr. 1998. Districts 17 and 18: Terrill Cheri Rogowsky for The Times Donatelli’s seat returned the govern- Mr. Celentano said that voters in Middle School Auditorium DON’T GIVE UP THE FIGHT…From October 26-28, a group of Scotch Plains and Westfield residents participated in Scotch Plains “have a simple choice” the Avon Breast Cancer 3-Day walk, which began at Bear Mountain, N.Y. and ended at Rockland County College in ing body to GOP control. Lobby, 1301 Terrill Road. Suffern, N.Y. Each participant raised an average of $1,900. Over 50 women from the Scotch Plains-Westfield area joined In September 2000, Democratic between “moving back to a trou- Districts 17 and 18: Terrill in the crusade, after training for six months. Councilman Tarquin Jay Bromley bling government philosophy we saw Middle School, Auditorium under the 1999 Democratic adminis- Lobby, 1301 Terrill Road. tration or continue to move forward Districts 19 and 20: Coles El- with the successes realized under the ementary School, Lobby, 16 Downtown Redevelopment Is Main Republican council of 2000 and 2001.” Kevin School. Mrs. Romano remarked that there are “plenty of things I would like to help the township with, whether Fanwood Polling Places: it’s working with the county Free- Districts 1 and 2: Fanwood Focus of Fanwood Candidates Forum holders on the Field of Dreams Borough Hall, 75 North Martine grant program; continuing to vol- Avenue. By FRED ROSSI 2 GOP majority. Democratic Council- and answers in the debate, held last tax base, help us clean the area up, Specially Written for The Times woman Katherine Mitchell is running Thursday in the Borough Council and provide residents with a more unteer on the Cultural Arts Com- District 3: Children’s Special- The four candidates for the two avail- for a second three-year term while her chambers, focused on the downtown convenient shopping area.” mittee; cleaning up vacant lands ized Hospital, 330 South Av- able seats on the Fanwood Borough running mate, Michael Brennan, is redevelopment plan that encom- Mrs. Mitchell said that while ev- and brooks and streams, or improv- enue. Council met last week in a debate that seeking to fill the seat being vacated by passes the tract of land between eryone seems in general agreement ing our downtown district.” District 4 and 5: Terrill Road was more notable for the candidates’ Democrat Karen M. Schurtz, who Martine Avenue and Second Street that the downtown area needs refur- Voters will also decide a referendum Bible Chapel, 535 Terrill Road. general agreement on most of the is- chose not to seek re-election. and South and LaGrande Avenues. bishing, it was important “to go on whether to establish a Length of District 6 and 7: Fanwood sues than any stark partisan divisions. They are opposed by Republicans Mr. Trumpp said it was important slowly” on the project. She favors Service Awards Program (LOSAP) for Memorial Library, North Avenue The Democrats are trying to prevent Chester Lindsey, a former council for Fanwood to move forward with being “very sensitive to those with members of the volunteer Scotch Plains and Tillotson Road. Rescue Squad and Fire Department. the Republicans from gaining any fur- member, and David Trumpp. the proposal because it will allow the CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 ther on the council, which now has a 4- About one-third of the questions borough “to broaden the commercial 22nd District One of Campaigns Being Watched by Both Parties

By PAUL J. PEYTON lation dealing with everything from nent. and FRED ROSSI Specially Written for The Times prescription drugs for senior citizens The Campbell campaign has also to mammograms. He also supported charged Mr. Suliga with not support- New Jersey Democrats hoping to legislation concerning the state’s take control of the State Legislature ing anti-racial profiling legislation cable TV industry as well as co- and with having a poor attendance in this month’s election view the new sponsoring the bill to increase the 22nd Legislative District as one of record in Trenton. amount of Homestead Rebate checks. Mr. Suliga has charged his oppo- the focal points of their efforts. Mr. Campbell has issued a number Created as a result of the 2000 nent with a poor record on voting in of proposals, among them a ban on elections. census, the new 22nd District — racial profiling and legislation to which includes Scotch Plains, To a charge by the Campbell cam- prohibit legislators from holding civil paign that he holds four “taxpayer Fanwood, Plainfield, North service or appointed positions with Plainfield, South Plainfield, Rahway, supported jobs,” Mr. Suliga said he financial duties in a school district, holds the position of Chief Financial Dunellen, Middlesex, Clark, Linden municipality, special services dis- and Green Brook — is made up of Officer for the City of Linden in trict or county. addition to his Assembly seat. He parts of the existing 17th, 20th and He said the Democratic ticket has 22nd Districts. said that in this capacity, he is the pulled ahead in polls in recent weeks chief custodian of school funds for While the immediate area has been following “positive” literature his a Republican stronghold for much of Linden, a position which is required campaign has sent out. by state statute. the past decade, the composition of Charges have flown back and forth the new district has given Democrats The Assembly races in the 22nd from both campaigns. Mr. Suliga Cheri Rogowsky for The Times reason for optimism since heavily- District pit Republicans Patricia sent out literature, which charged Walsh and Gabe Spera against Demo- AUTUMN FUN…Third graders from McGinn Elementary School in Scotch Plains spent a recent autumn day atop Democratic Linden, Rahway and that Mr. Campbell had not paid some haystacks during a hayride at Williams Nursery in Westfield. Plainfield are now part of it and since crats Linda d. Stender and Jerry $14,000 in federal taxes on his home Green. registered Democratic voters out- in Plainfield, following articles pub- number Republicans by a more than Ms. Walsh is currently the Mayor lished in area newspapers. Mr. of Green Brook, while Mr. Spera is a 2-to-1 margin. Just under half of the Campbell called the issue a private SP Downtown Issues Debated district’s voters are independent. former Mayor and Councilman in dispute between himself and the In- Scotch Plains. Mrs. Stender, a former State Assemblyman Joseph S. ternal Revenue Service, explaining Suliga of Linden, a Democrat cur- Mayor and Councilwoman in that he paid the back taxes in order to Fanwood, is currently in her third rently representing the 20th District, take the issue away from his oppo- At SPBPA Candidates Forum will be seeking election to the State term on the Union County Board of Senate in the new 22nd District Chosen Freeholders while Assem- By FRED ROSSI Both candidates said they saw beneficial for shoppers to be able to blyman Green, a former county free- Specially Written for The Times grants as an optimal way to fund patronize businesses on both sides of against political newcomer Milt PUBLISHER’S NOTE Campbell, a lifelong Democrat holder, has represented the current Downtown business issues were downtown improvements, with Mrs. the street and might also encourage turned Republican from Plainfield. This edition of The Westfield 17th District since 1992 and is a the prime topic in last week’s debate Romano adding that fundraisers other businesses in the downtown Mr. Suliga has served in the As- Leader and of The Times of Scotch member of the Assembly’s Housing between the two candidates for sponsored by local businesses could area to add second floors to their sembly since 1994 and is a member Plains–Fanwood is dedicated to Committee. Scotch Plains Township Council. also serve as a source of money for buildings. of that body’s Appropriations Com- your freedom and to your duty to Chris Santora, a spokesman for Democrat Patricia Romano and various projects. Mr. Celentano said he’d like to see mittee. Mr. Campbell, who is mak- uphold it; PLEASE VOTE. A Ms. Walsh and Mr. Spera, said he Republican Guy Celentano, meeting Mr. Celentano said SPBPA and the retail stores on the ground floor of ing his first run for elective office, review of all candidates for pub- believes the race will come down to in a forum sponsored by the Scotch local government needed to work any building located on the hedge was a silver medallist in the Olympic lic office is provided within. only a few hundred votes difference Plains Business and Professional together-through marketing efforts property and a community center on decathlon in 1952 and a gold medal- To inform as many as pos- on either side. He called the 22nd Association (SPBPA), both stressed and favorable zoning decisions to the upper floor. He added that the list in the 1956 games. sible, the newspapers have been District contest “the sleeper” race in the importance of a vital and thriving attract new businesses to the area. parking situation in the immediate Assemblyman Suliga said the elec- printed and mailed as well as the state. downtown business district. Both backed the development of the area would need to be assessed be- tion boils down to “leadership and published today to the world on “I think they (the Democrats) Mr. Celentano said a strong down- hedge property next to the Munici- fore the project moves forward. experience versus lack of leadership the Internet at thought this was going to be a safe town would “stimulate growth,” pal Building on Park Avenue into a Mrs. Romano said she favored the and experience, and character.” www.goleader.com. race for them. But now they know it’s while Mrs. Romano said it would two-floor retail commercial build- creation of a local Department of Horace R. Corbin not because we have such strong benefit “residents because they can ing. Commercial Affairs to address the He cited his sponsorship of legis- Publisher CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 shop in downtown.” Mrs. Romano said it would be CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 FullFull ccampaignampaign coveragecoverage startsstarts onon PagePage 66 REMEMBER VOTE ON NOVEMBER 6TH CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 14 November 1, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Westfielder Suzannah Plant Gives Account Bagger, Kean, Munoz Seek to Hold GOP Seats On Feeding Workers at Ground Zero In Contest Against Steinberg, Jardim, Hern By HORACE CORBIN going on with policemen, firemen food and drive it into Manhattan in Specially Written for The Times and workers of the rescue effort. my jeep on Saturdays,” she said. By PAUL J. PEYTON Presidential Campaign and Assem- WESTFIELD — Suzannah Plant She told The Westfield Leader and “Some businesses around here are believe the chief difference is they and ADAM TURNER bly candidate J. Brooke Hern of of Westfield chose her way to help The Times of Scotch Plains– just so good in helping. Panera Bread Specially Written for The Times (Mr. Kean and Dr. Munoz) were New Providence, an attorney who with the aftermath of the WTC ter- Fanwood, “They’re just incredible, Company, John’s Meat Market, WESTFIELD -- This year’s 21st appointed to their positions. I have ran for Congress last year. rorist attack. Since September, Ms. 12-14 hours a day, day after day; Northside Trattoria, Ferraro’s, Legislative District race has a strong held the highest office among any The major issue in New Jersey Plant has joined hundreds of volun- their spirit is amazing, but they get Hershey’s Deli, My Town Bakery, Westfield appeal, as three of the of the candidates, so I know of teers and private sponsors at Nino’s legislative races this year is prop- tired, hungry and dirty; they need B.G. Field’s, Robert Treat and Feast candidates are town residents. problems municipalities face on a Restaurant in Lower Manhattan in erty taxes. The candidates have said cheering up too. I just had to do Catering/Lia’s are wonderful for After 10 years in the 22nd Legis- first-hand basis. It is important to feeding and supplying the workers at more needs to be done to lessen the something,” said Ms. Plant. pitching in,” she said. lative District, Westfield is now have people in State Legislature “Ground Zero.” burden of property taxes on New “I started off by obtaining dona- Ms. Plant told the Leader/Times part of the re-crafted 21st District. with this experience,” Mr. Jardim A commuter to Manhattan and an Jerseyans while maintaining the tions of food from generous and pa- that she has expanded her efforts to The district also includes Berkeley said. employee with Neilsen’s marketing high-quality public school systems triotic businesses in Westfield and weekday evenings and to national Heights, Cranford, Garwood, Mr. Bagger said he also believes research, Ms. Plant saw what was Scotch Plains. I pick up the donated search for logistics and support. These New Jersey has had. Mountainside, Springfield, Sum- experience is a big factor in the efforts have led to her obtaining “People are concerned about the mit, Roselle Park, in Union County; 21st District race. He noted his 400,000 pairs of foodservice gloves education system. They want Millburn in Essex County; experience as a Congressional and from AmerCare of Charleston, S.C.; schools to continue at the high level Chatham, Harding, Long Hill and Legislative District office aid, his 70,000 pounds of chicken from they are now. The issue for us is to Madison in Morris County, and eight years of experience at the Tyson’s Food; coffee and espresso for continue funding the schools with- Warren and Watchung in Somerset municipal level in Westfield and the duration from Dallas Brothers of out breaking the taxpayers’ backs,” County. his past 10 years in the State Leg- Queens; a walk-in freezer and a 700- Mr. Jardim said. Two former Westfield Mayors, islature. pound icemaker from Hoshivaki The candidates all have their Republican Assemblyman Richard Mr. Bagger said he is known for America and 35 cases of milk from opinions as to what is “the biggest H. Bagger, and Democrat Thomas his “proven ability to get things Parmalat. issue in the State Legislature” at When asked by The Leader/Times C. Jardim, are seeking State Senate done” in Trenton. He also cited the the current time, according to Mr. what else is needed, Ms. Plant re- and Assembly seats, respectively. experience his runningmates, Mr. Jardim. plied that a practical “wish list” is Mr. Bagger is joined on the GOP Kean, a former Congressional aid “I want to see a stronger state being prepared; but, right now, she slate by Westfield resident Tom and candidate for Congress, and role in helping communities by said she is frustrated by being unsuc- Kean, Jr., the son of former two- Dr. Munoz, and former member of merging with the counties to solve cessful in obtaining a TV for the term Governor Thomas H. Kean, the Summit Common Council. problems,” said Mr. Jardim, a workers while they eat and relax. Sr. Joining the GOP ticket is Dr. Westfield, Mountainside and a former President of the Union She also said that comedy entertain- Eric Munoz of Summit, a trauma number of other towns have been County League of Municipalities. ment would be good to bolster their surgeon and GOP Chairman in Sum- represented for the past decade by Mr. Bagger said he and his fel- spirits. “After all, the work these mit where he recently served on the Senate President and Acting Gov- low Republicans want “to build on men do is quite grim,” she said. Common Council. ernor Donald T. DiFrancesco of Nino’s Restaurant of the Zendone what we have been doing the past Mr. Jardim is running with State Scotch Plains, Mr. Bagger and the Courtesy of Suzannah Plant family has been closed for business couple of years.” He cited the GOP’s Senate candidate Ellen Steinberg late Alan M. Augustine of Scotch A WALL OF WONDER…Created by a New York City police artist named as a result of the WTC attack. Since efforts of offering rebate checks to of Chatham, an attorney in Union Plains. Mr. Kean replaced Mr. Au- Chico, an extensive mural is pictured in the backdrop of the catastrophic ruins then, “Mamma Nino” has been lead- homeowners to help offset the near Ground Zero in Lower Manhattan. Pictured, left to right, are: “Mamma and campaign worker for former gustine in the Assembly in May. ing this charity effort at the restau- school portion of property taxes. Nino,” proprietor of Nino’s Restaurant, and Suzannah Plant of Westfield. U.S. Senator Bill Bradley’s 2000 The GOP has a 25-15 majority in rant to feed the disaster workers at He also noted that Republicans, the State Senate and a 45-15 edge “Ground Zero.” who have controlled both houses of in the Assembly. state government since 1992 and 22nd District One of Campaigns the Governor’s Mansion since 1994, increased the Tax Saver rebate to Being Watched by Both Parties $500 and the Homestead Rebate Fanwood CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 for seniors to $750. candidates. sentation in Trenton, the new 22nd The five-term Assemblyman also Forum explained that the Republican ma- He cited Mayor Walsh’s efforts to District will likely have some new CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 rebuild her hometown’s municipal issues to consider come January. jority in Trenton has also frozen property taxes at 1997 levels for businesses there,” and also urged building, after the previous facility While the old district was made caution in how much housing is was destroyed by flooding during up of towns that were, by defini- medium to low income seniors with the state making up the difference ultimately built, saying she doesn’t Hurricane Floyd in 1999. tion, suburban communities, the want a parking problem to develop. Mr. Santora noted Ms. Walsh’s new 22nd District, with the addi- to municipalities. Mr. Bagger said the eligibility levels for seniors, Mr. Lindsey, saying he was “all emphasis on health and education tion of Linden, Rahway and for this plan,” said he favors in- issues and Mr. Spera’s efforts, during Plainfield, will have more of an was expanded this year for that program. cluding some residential housing his years as a Scotch Plains Council- urban-industrial feel to it. in the area. He also surmised that man and Mayor, in revitalizing the These three towns’ populations He also noted that GOP Guber- natorial candidate Bret Schundler there will be plenty of time, five or township. make up about half the total popu- six years, for the proposal to be The issue of a controversial ma- lation of the 11 communities in has proposed having the state pick- up half of the education portion of modified or altered as it moves rine trash transfer station on the Lin- the 22nd District. forward. Speaking about the fear den waterfront was also raised by property tax bills for all senior citi- Get with The Times zens who are on fixed incomes. of possible property condemna- Mr. Santora. He said the Democrats tion expressed by some downtown believe the issue boils down to 1,200 and Become an Authentic On the issue of property taxes, CLEANING THE WOODS…On October 8, Columbus Day, Terrill Middle Mr. Jardim, a former two-term merchants, Mr. Brennan said any trucks on Union County highways Subscriber by Visiting: School students Ryan Krueger, Eddie Kahn, Brian Kahn, David Kahn, Tim mayor of Westfield, said, “There such moves would cost the bor- versus one train a day. Ms. Walsh and WWW.GOLEADER.COM! Stuart, and Jeff Stuart cleaned up the school’s woods. The pupils found beer ough money in legal and other Mr. Spera support New York sending bottles, cans, a bicycle tire, and a unicycle during their cleaning efforts. These must be a solution to the property children picked up eight bags of trash. While the students were playing, they tax crisis. Sooner or later people costs. its garbage by ship down to states in decided to clean up the space as generous volunteers. He also wondered what the south already set to receive the can’t pay anymore; we’re not at Heather Mills Elected that point yet. A big part is how we Fanwood’s return on its redevelop- waste. ment investment is going to be and Scotch Plains and Fanwood have As HOSA Officer use it to pay for schools and this Interfaith Council Continues problem must be solved.” urged that some “hard numbers” be for the past 10 years been part of FANWOOD – The Union County made available. the 22nd District, which is cur- Chapter of Health Occupations Stu- “It’s our job as citizens to find out who the best candidate for any All four candidates were in gen- rently represented by State Senator dents of America (HOSA) recently Partnership With DECA eral agreement on the need for fur- and Acting Governor Donald T. held an election to determine this position is, and we usually base SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch these best to rebuild their lives, and this on their experience and what ther programs aimed at senior citi- DiFrancesco and Assemblymen Ri- year’s officers for their chapter of Plains-Fanwood High School DECA need as much help as we can give the person is going to do for you,” zens and young people in Fanwood. chard H. Bagger and Tom Kean, Jr. the HOSA organization. Chapter, an Association of Marketing them.” Many of the families live in They also supported the convening Mr. DiFrancesco is leaving of- Fanwood resident Heather Mills Students, is beginning its 11th consecu- temporary housing, including churches Mr. Jardim explained. When asked the difference be- of a constitutional convention to fice. Mr. Bagger, who is seeking a was elected as Secretary. She is a tive year working with the Interfaith and synagogues on a rotating basis, revamp the property tax system in Council of Union County, a non-profit tween the Democrat and Republi- State Senate seat, and Mr. Kean, student of the Allied Health ser- until permanent housing can be found. New Jersey. are running for election in the new vices program at Union County organization that provides for the needs DECA’s first activity will be a Hal- can slates, Mr. Jardim noted, “I of homeless families in the area. 21st District that includes their Vocational-Technical School in loween party for over 70 children, for DECA is planning several activi- whom DECA will supply costumes, Westfield home base. Scotch Plains. ties for over 85 families and over 200 and take the children trick-or-treat- In addition to some new repre- This year, the HOSA organiza- children currently being assisted by ing. DECA is also planning its 11th tion plans to hold a school blood the Interfaith Council. annual Toy Drive and Adopt-A-Fam- Open House Organized drive in December and to partici- Among the services provided by ily Program for the families of Inter- pate in the regional and state HOSA the facility are housing, basic neces- faith during the holiday season. SP Council Forums competitions. sities, medical needs, and educational Residents, businesses, or organiza- At JCC Nursery School To Be Aired on TV-34 programs. tions interested in assisting in these According to DECA student Jay activities may call DECA at (908) SCOTCH PLAINS – The Jew- tions about the JCC Nursery SCOTCH PLAINS — Scotch Cordes, “These families are doing 889-8600. ish Community Center of Cen- School and Early Childhood Pro- Plains’ local cable television sta- SPBPA tral New Jersey Nursery School, grams. tion, TV-34, will broadcast the Wilf Jewish Community Cam- A tour of the JCC facility, in- Scotch Plains Council Candi- pus, 1391 Martine Avenue in cluding the Nursery School wing, dates Forum, sponsored by The Forum Scotch Plains, will sponsor an will conclude the morning ac- Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Open House for new families on tivities. and the Westfield Area League concerns and needs of local busi- Friday, November 30, at 10 a.m. Registration for the 2002-2003 of Women Voters, beginning at nesses. Parents interested in the JCC Nursery School year will begin 8 p.m. each night through Elec- “It would be like having a liaison” Nursery School for the 2002- on Tuesday, January 22, 2002. tion Day, Tuesday, November 6. between government and the busi- 2003 school year are encouraged Families wishing to bring their ness community, she said. Mr. In addition, the station will to attend this program. children to visit the JCC Nursery broadcast a candidates forum, Celentano said such a new local gov- ernment agency could further for- Children who will be turning 2 School on an alternate date are sponsored by the Scotch Plains malize the existing Downtown Task years old, 3 years old, or 4 years asked to call Ms. Bennett at (908) Business and Professional As- Force, a group of business leaders old before October 1 are wel- 889-8800, extension no. 204 for sociation, each night immedi- and government officials that ad- come to join the 2002 school a daytime tour and to register for ately following The Times and vises on downtown business issues. year program. the open house. League of Women Voters’ fo- “It’s an excellent way to bring Jimbo will welcome the chil- Families expecting to enroll rum. together everyone to pool resources,” dren with magic and his friendly their children in the JCC Nursery he said. bunny. Visitors will have an op- School or Kindergarten must be portunity to learn about the JCC members of the JCC. WE GATHER TOGETHER…Members of the 50th Year Reunion Committee for Nursery School as they visit the The Jewish Community Center the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Class of 1951, pictured, left to right, are: classrooms. is a constituent agency of the Jean DiFrancesco Ruland, Carol Ann D’Amato Drozic, Bernice DeWolfe Montagna, Laura DiFrancesco Swidersky, Yolanda DiQuillo Schiller and Mauro Iarussi, and Early Childhood Director Su- Jewish Federation of Central New back row, Thomas Montagna and Paul Schwhem. The reunion was held on san Bennett will answer ques- Jersey and the United Way. Douglas M. Fasciale September 22 at the Woodbridge Hilton. Members presented $5,000 to the Alumni Association for a scholarship in the name of the class. Certified Civil Trial Attorney by the Supreme Court of New Jersey

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By LAUREN S. PASS ber of the Democratic Committee in Borough Hall fields, are underway. By SUZETTE F. STALKER Mayoral contender, and David B. Republican campaign this year has Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Mountainside for the past 30 years. Mr. Schon and Mr. Mortimer em- Specially Written for The Times Trumpp of Oakwood Court. Mr. been the future of Fanwood, with MOUNTAINSIDE – Mr. Shackelford, a management phasized that the council has also FANWOOD – With the only two Trumpp, the son of former Fanwood particular emphasis on downtown Mountainside’s incumbent Republi- consultant, ran for council in 2000. been moving forward with road repair seats they hold on the Borough Mayor Theodore “Ted” Trumpp, revitalization and improved recre- can candidates, Glenn W. Mortimer The candidate is a Red Cross volun- and construction efforts throughout Council up for grabs Tuesday, No- has run twice previously. ation and senior citizen facilities. and Werner C. Schon, are vying for teer and tax preparer for the American the borough. They said Mountainside vember 6, Fanwood Democrats A registered nurse with the Visit- He remarked that officials and resi- re-election to the Borough Council Association of Retired Persons. continues to have one of the lowest hope to maintain the status quo, ing Nurse Association of Central dents have to ask themselves, this Tuesday, November 6, against Councilmen Schon’s and property tax levels in the area. while Republicans are eyeing the New Jersey, Ms. Mitchell chairs “where are we going to be in the Democratic candidates Steve Brociner Mortimer’s door-to-door campaign “We are making every effort to prospect of a 7-0 majority just two the Borough Council’s Health, Edu- next 20 years?” and John Shackelford. throughout the borough on Sundays meet our residents,” Councilman years after gaining control of the cation and Welfare Committee. She “I think the current council is Councilman Mortimer is seeking included visiting approximately 100 Schon said. governing body. is also a member of the Adminis- very interested in getting some- his second term on the governing houses October 7, with Republican The Democratic candidates have The contested seats belong to tration and Finance and the Public thing downtown that is beneficial body. A lifelong resident of State Senate candidate Richard H. also been going door-to-door and Councilwomen Karen M. Schurtz Safety Committees. not only to the taxpayers but to the Mountainside, he is a project man- Bagger and State Assembly candi- making telephone calls to residents. and Katherine Mitchell, who were Her running mate, Mr. Brennan, community,” he said, referring to ager for IBM Software. Councilman dates Tom Kean, Jr. and Dr. Eric They also planned a borough-wide elected to their current terms in a is a computer systems engineer with revitalization efforts which have Schon, who is seeking his seventh Muñoz. mailing. The candidates said they see dual Democratic victory in 1998. Avaya Communications in Warren gotten underway within the past term, served two terms as Council “We are able to meet residents and a strong need for bipartisanship on the Full terms on the six-member coun- and was formerly employed as a several years. President and is currently Fire Com- give them the opportunity to voice all-Republican council. cil are for three years each. LAN (local area network) com- Fanwood Democratic Club Presi- missioner. concerns,” Councilman Mortimer “The Democrats are the watchdog First elected in 1995, Mrs. Schurtz puter analyst at Prudential Insur- dent Tom Plante likewise empha- Mr. Schon has been a Mountainside stated. “We are running on our record.” party,” Mr. Shackelford said. “We try opted not to seek a third term this ance in Newark. sized the diverse experience that resident for 44 years and is the Presi- The incumbents noted that this year, to keep this government a little more year, saying she wanted to devote Dr. Lindsey, who has maintained his own party’s ticket brings to the dent of Astramolding Inc. in Sparta. the all-Republican council has helped open and a little more responsive.” more time to her family. A mother an optometry practice in Fanwood table, in addition to the many years Mr. Brociner has owned his own to expand recreation programs in Mr. Shackelford went on to say, of three, she is also a part-time for 41 years, served on the council both candidates have lived in the carpet business for over 20 years. The Mountainside. They noted that “I’m doing this under civil and moral religion teacher at Union Catholic from 1989 to 1992 and from 1995 borough. candidate ran for council in 1998, 1999 projects to light the baseball and soc- duty. I feel it is something that needs High School in Scotch Plains. to 1998. The candidate, a United Besides her service on council and 2000 and has been an active mem- cer fields at Deerfield School, and the to be done.” During her tenure on the council, States Navy veteran, ran unsuc- committees, he noted Ms. Mitchell Mr. Brociner said he would like to Mrs. Schurtz has served as Police cessfully for mayor in 1995 against has an extensive background in see more joint ventures being under- Commissioner and has chaired the then-incumbent Maryanne S. volunteerism, both to the commu- taken with surrounding towns, such Public Safety and Land Use and Connelly. He currently serves on nity and to the Immaculate Heart as Westfield and Summit, with shared Historic Preservation committees. the borough’s Shade Tree Com- of Mary Roman Catholic Church in ambulance and fire services. She also headed Fanwood’s Pocket mission. Scotch Plains. A founding member There are 4,642 active and inactive Park Committee and was instru- Mr. Trumpp, a Marketing Coor- of the Fanwood Recycling Asso- A Quality Network! registered voters in the Borough of mental in development of the dinator for the New Jersey Turn- ciation, she has served as its Presi- Mountainside. Of those registered borough’s revised zoning ordi- pike Authority, is President of the dent, Vice President and Secretary. voters; 1,587 are registered Republi- nance. Fanwood Lions Club and an alter- Mr. Plante stated that Mr. New Features! cans, 809 are registered Democrats, Councilwoman Mitchell, a North nate member of the Fanwood His- Brennan, a Rutgers University six are declared Independents and Avenue resident who has lived in toric Preservation Commission. He graduate, “brings a lot of private 2,240 are unaffiliated with any politi- Fanwood since 1954, is running for is also active with the Fanwood sector experience with him,” in- Low Monthly Plans! cal party. her second term on the governing Republican Club. cluding his background in business In the 2000 election, Democrats body. Joining her on the Demo- Following back-to-back sweeps and technology. received one third of the vote. If a cratic ticket this year is first-time of local races in 1999 and 2000, Listing downtown redevelop- More Minutes! Democrat were to obtain a seat on the candidate Michael Brennan of Mid- Republicans currently enjoy a 5-2 ment, improved recreation facili- council, it would be the first time in way Avenue, a near lifelong advantage on the governing body, ties and property tax concerns as Double Rebates! the history of Mountainside. Fanwood resident. including four council seats and key planks in his party’s local plat- Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 Their GOP challengers in the the Mayor’s position. form, Mr. Plante said recent p.m. at the following locations: General Election are Dr. Chester A triple GOP win by Mayor Louis streetscape improvements and other District nos. 1 and 6, Municipal R. Lindsey of Midway Avenue, a C. Jung and Councilmen Stuart S. projects were “the fruits of what Building Court Room, 1385 Route former two-term Councilman and Kline and Thomas P. 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I’ve come from the board game Diction PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. top 25 things we can do to “Avoid the said nothing, hoping one or both of Deception. them would admit to something. So Fred K. Lecomte Crazies — the pressures of every- Answers to last week’s arcane words. Michelle H. LePoidevin Horace R. Corbin far, nothing. I’m afraid to confront 1. Vesicatory – Tending to cause blis- A&E and EDUCATION PUBLISHER SALES DIRECTOR day”? I first read it in 1986 and could use it again. because I don’t want to lose either. ters Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael Bartiromo Answer: Thanks for remember- Please don’t label me as a masochist; 2. Viminal – Pertaining to twigs COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING & PRODUCTION just tell me what to do. 3. Cespitose – Growing in tufts or ing. Being in control, feeling that we clumps Paul J. Peyton Karen M. Hinds Melissa Betkowski are the masters of our destiny, cre- Answer: A masochist is one who OFFICE MANAGER 4. Piculet – Any woodpecker BUSINESS and GOVERNMENT CLASSIFIEDS & LEGALS ates a state of mind which makes us endures pain because the individual SUBSCRIPTION PRICE feel comfortable and secure. receives an unhealthy satisfaction ARBALEST when being abused or mistreated, or 1. Consisting of vines, especially grape One-year – $24 • Two-year – $46 • Three-year – $66 • One-year college (September to May) – $16 Here are the 25 ways to help us vines through cold, dark winters or other offended physically and/or emotion- 2. An aerialist, trapeze artist times, when we need an emotional ally. 3. A crossbow of the middle ages release. Many are simplistic, but they In this situation, it is unfortunate 4. A species of sandpiper Next Legislature Must Give Voters Greater are practical and do work. Enjoy: that you have waited several months, CATARRH 1. Create a word game, taking causing yourself a great deal of grief. 1. Runny nose or post nasal drip words and making names out of them. You are afraid to lose your boyfriend 2. A tomb in ancient Phoenicia Say on Property Taxes and Redistricting Examples: Dan Druff, Paul Bearer, and/or your best friend, despite know- 3. Soreness in the eyes Tommy Rot, Ella Vator, Polly Esther ing that he lied to you and that he and 4. Straw Amy were out together. AUROCHS This Election Day may seem on the surface as not state indebtedness, just to name a few. Of course Fiber, etc. (I must have 250 of these). 1. A sharp pain in the buttocks being a big deal, yet nothing could be further from there will also be home defense issues following the 2. Choose one drawer in which to Keeping these feelings in helps no 2. The European bison one; it creates sadness and anxiety. the truth. New Jersey will be electing a new governor terrorist attacks of September 11. throw work which was not completed 3. Having flashbacks or memories of — save it for the next day. Your healthy reaction to this situa- traumatic events and all 120 members of the State Legislature. There On the issue of property taxes, why not give 3. Think: I will never relive nor tion is long overdue. I feel you have 4. Resembling gold; iron pyrites or are local races in Westfield, Mountainside, Scotch voters one opportunity to vote on the entire amount repeat this day again. I will not pres- nothing to lose by confronting Jim fool’s gold Plains and Fanwood, as well as county freeholder of money to be raised through property taxes, sure myself nor make it bad. I will and then Amy. It sounds like it is time FORMEL make it good; I will make it work. for you to move on — into new 1. Reserved, erudite and sheriff contests. namely the school, municipal and county portions. 2. Pertaining to the dawn of time Currently, voters only can cast tallies on school 4. Do away with guilt trips. Don’t relations. If you do nothing, or if you The state level, however, is where most of the focus feel you are responsible for every- permit yourself to be manipulated by 3. Frequent will be on Tuesday. Republicans have held the ma- board budgets. But those elections are held in April, 4. The female of the falcon family thing bad that occurs. him (them!), you do walk that fine Answers will appear in next week’s jorities in both houses of the Legislature, the General and the polls don’t open until 2 p.m. If the idea was 5. Say “no” — to excessive pres- line of masochism. Don’t. issue. Assembly and the State Senate, for the past decade. to give voters the chance to express their views, then sures and expectations. The GOP has won four of the past five Gubernatorial it only makes sense to have one election in Novem- 6. Say “yes” — when you like to ber. And let people vote on their entire tax bill. If do something. races, including the past two elections in 1993 and 7. Enjoy those activities in which Letters to the Editor 1997. nothing else, this would cause county, municipal you become involved. Following the behind closed doors dealing that and school officials to work together to ensure a fair 8. See to it that you have (at least) was done this past spring leading to the redistricting property tax system, instead of the turf wars that half an hour a day for yourself. Former Westfielder Remembers of New Jersey’s 40 legislative districts, Westfield and currently exist. 9. Get a hobby — passive or ag- Also on the issue of elections, why is New Jersey’s gressive, like sports, reading, etc. Town Following WTC Disaster Mountainside find themselves in the newly-carved 10. Fantasize — about anything or out 21st District dominated by Republicans. Scotch Presidential Primary held in June, long after the I grew up in Westfield, where for over tograph was taken from the air, and a everything, including how to resolve 50 years my family owned Auster’s poster was produced to raise additional Plains and Fanwood will stay in the once GOP candidates for both political parties have long been problems. Appliances. funds. stronghold, the 22nd District. This district now gives decided? We advocate either holding New Jersey’s 11. Let out hostility (or tension) – I have lived in Arizona for the last 26 I understand from The New York Times Primary at an earlier date, to coincide with Primaries tactfully. Yell in a car, with the car years, but I still consider Westfield my that Westfield lost eight people in the Democrats a 3-1 advantage over Republicans. tragedy. held in other parts of the country, or, even better, why windows up, of course. (I once told a home. The redistricting process is gerrymandering at its patient to do this, but forgot to tell While Arizonans were geographically I’m so sad that those who live in my worse. Why weren’t voters given a say as to how their not hold one nation-wide Primary election? In this her to keep the windows up. She let removed from the September 11 trag- idyllic town must endure the pain of districts were carved up? way, voters could have a chance to choose from edy, our collective compassion for the losing someone in such a sadistic act. me know she had a slight altercation victims was not. Our inability in Tucson Please know that many people across the This election will likely set the agenda for the next among a long list of Presidential hopefuls. And why with someone). to adequately demonstrate our outrage nation care about you. If I can help decade for the state. Republicans want to keep con- does one have to suddenly be declared a Republican 12. Let out frustration by using for the horrible, terrorist act, coupled organize, from afar, any relief efforts trol, while Democrats are looking to regain the or Democrat just by the fact they voted for one side relaxation techniques; sing a song, with our desire to demonstrate, in some that will benefit those Westfield fami- purchase a relaxation and/or medita- way, our allegiance to America and its lies, please let me know. There is a majority for the first time since the days of the or the other? This process significantly cuts down on tion tape (they can be bought for $5 victims, led 15,000 people to turn out to network here of ex-New Jersey patriots administration of Governor Jim Florio. the number of persons participating in the election to $6). form a human flag. I was moved to be who would love to help. Both political parties are doing their best to en- process and is contrary to Americans’ right to cast 13. Exercise! one of them. My family offers their deepest condo- The local newspaper, a television and lences to those Westfield families. trench themselves in Trenton politics. Even if the silent ballots. 14. Reward yourself by buying something for $2, $5 or $10, such as a radio station organized the event to Patt Rudy Hale and family GOP maintains control of the Legislature, there will We hope the next Legislature takes on these issues raise money for the relief effort. A pho- a movie, gift, book, food, compact Tucson, Ariz. be a new Senate President and Assembly Speaker so New Jersey voters no longer feel disenfranchised. disk, costume jewelry. come January. In the mean time it is important that all registered 15. Don’t play God — we have The next Legislature will be taking up issues such voters turn out this Tuesday at elections polls, which limitations in life and cannot be Family of Thomas Glasser Thanks as property tax and auto insurance reform, as well as will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. omniscient. 16. Realize your assets — family, Westfield Community for Support friends, health and job. We would like to thank all the people could not begin to acknowledge all of 17. Utilize a sense of humor (num- that have been so kind to us since the these thoughtful gifts. We also want to Process of Dividing of Westfield’s Wards ber 1 for me). tragedy at the World Trade Center on express our appreciation or all of your 18. Writing is an excellent outlet, be September 11. Our son and brother, Tom, prayers, good thoughts and visits. It does it a journal, letter, poem, fiction, etc. was lost to us that day. He would have help to know that “the world mourns Needs to Be Significantly Enhanced By 2011 19. If you feel troubled, go to a been 41 years old on October 18. with us.” therapist for consultation — to gain Tom was born here and grew up in We are especially thankful to Rabbis In what is likely to continue to be a heated discus- mission cast its votes? Shouldn’t there have been insight. Westfield. He went to Jefferson Elemen- Kroloff, Edelman, Zamore and Cantor 20. Learn to deal with authority — tary School and graduated from Novick at Temple Emanu-El for their sion for months to come, the process of dividing up another public hearing with this information readily Wardlaw-Hartridge before going off to remarkable support. Without waiting to you will then feel freer in expressing Haverford College. He was a wonderful be asked, they were there for us. Westfield’s four wards needs to be significantly available before it was adopted? Or are Westfield’s your emotions. altered. But not just in how the attorney is picked or human being, a thoughtful, caring son Anne Glasser Goldstein (mother) zoning and parking ordinances, which require two 21. Like yourself. Tell yourself and brother. We shall miss him beyond who draws up the maps. votes, more important than the district a person votes that, “You deserve good in life!” Gerald J. Glasser (father) measure. Laura Glasser-Baker (sister) The Town Council spends more time drawing up in? 22. You are replaceable – don’t push We have all received so many won- Westfield the annual leaf pickup schedule than the Westfield As far as politics are concerned, this is a political yourself to the wall, risking health. You derful cards, donations to various chari- Margie Glasser Ticknor (sister) must consider yourself first. ties, plants, flowers, cookies, cakes, New York Ward Commission (consisting of the four members issue. After all, the Board of Elections, consisting of 23. As we get older, our bodies and candy, dinners and fruit baskets that we of the Union County Board of Elections and the two Democrats and two Republicans, is the most psyches become more vulnerable — Town Clerk), did in voting on the new map. political organization in the county, aside from the take it easy. Public Works Dept. Thanked for Help Why did it take a directive from the County Board Democratic and Republican Committees themselves. 24. Show your teeth — be ani- of Elections Administrator to have the process move But this issue could have been placed on a council mated, smile, relax facial muscles. In Planting Tree In Front of Town Home forward? Why was the technology available today 25. We do not have to do some- agenda for discussion well in advance, with the thing meaningful everyday. We were reminded last Friday, Oc- joyed his moment the only thing he not used? The first meeting had Commission mem- public, including the Cacciola neighborhood, in- If this is helpful, remember me; if tober 19, once again, why Westfield is asked me for was my address, saying bers adding up the number of residents per ward, by vited to participate. not, “don’t call me, I’ll call you.” a great place to live. he would get something down there to Good luck. As a wedding anniversary gift to help me right away. calculator or by hand, as they tried to carve up the Hopefully, by 2011, the next time this process will each other, my wife and I had planned Relieved, I ordered lunch for the map in their heads. How unscientific is that? be completed, these serious kinks will be worked out A distraught woman writes: to have a street tree planted in front of On August 3, 2001, I attended a truck driver and my helpers. Before Why was their no text prepared on the existing map and the Commission will run its meetings more our home. I coordinated the nursery, lunch arrived, the street was full of big rock concert at the PNC Bank Arts the delivery, and the landscaping com- yellow machines. Within a half hour as well as the two maps proposed before the Com- along the way other government divisions operate. Center in Holmdel. My boyfriend of pany to help me have it installed. It the tree was off the truck and in the three years couldn’t be there because was all set up – until the tree actually ground in front of my house. he said he was working late. arrived. Now, thanks to Mr. Schaefer, Kenny There I am, with thousands of On the phone, a five-inch Sugar LeCroy, Buzzy Turner, and Clint people singing our hearts out with Maple didn’t sound very big, but when Trzesniowski of the Westfield Depart- Jay and the Americans to “Cara Mia,” the 30-foot tree with the four-foot di- ment of Public Works, and Craig Stock when suddenly I look sideways and ameter burlap ball arrived on a trailer, from Stock Landscaping Design, we I realized that the two men and myself, have a beautiful street tree in front of there is Jim (disguised name) sitting equipped with rakes and shovels, were our house. My wife and I wish to thank with one of my girlfriends, clapping in big trouble. all of them for their assistance and and singing. He never saw me be- I was at a complete loss as to what to their continuous dedication to cause I left abruptly, crying. do. With an angry nursery truck driver Westfield. looking for this tree to get unloaded by We have been living together for a Greg Redington and Michele year and although we’ve known each a machine, which we did not have, I called the Westfield Department of Modestino other for three years, he promised he Westfield would be faithful and no longer “play Public Works – hoping to find out who has backhoes in the area. the field,” which he had done for The new director, Claud Schaefer, More Letters was pleasantly amused by my story Letters to (knowing, of course, how big a five- On Page 8 the Editor inch Maple was…) but after he en- Library Is Not In Need of Expansion Victoria’s Secret Poster And Thus Did Not Apply for State Aid Is ‘Lewd and Offensive’ This week the Victoria’s Secret store Your editorial (October 25) asks going where the need is greater than in Westfield has a poster in its front whether the Westfield Memorial Library ours. window with an image of a woman who dropped the ball in not seeking a share of This hardly means that our library is naked from the waist up. The photo- the $45 million the state made available may not need to expand in the future. graph is lewd and offensive. I don’t last year to aid library construction. Does Since last winter, members of the library object to what the store sells or question this mean that the library is fully satis- board’s long-range planning committee the appropriateness of a lingerie store in fied with its present facilities? have been visiting other libraries in search downtown Westfield. In answer to the first question, of ideas for improving services and physi- What I do object to is the way they use Westfield did not apply for aid because cal layout. the female body in their promotional it had no need for new construction at the Expansion or extensive alteration is materials. The present poster verges on time. Many libraries receiving the big- not ruled out. But the need would have to pornography, which exploits women and gest grants are severely overcrowded or, be sufficiently compelling that the li- girls. I’m not advocating censorship – like the Rahway library, which was dam- brary could ask the town’s citizens to just appropriateness and good taste. This aged by flooding, have had to build an finance most of the cost. Even under the type of advertising is not right for entirely new facility. current state aid program, it should be Westfield or anywhere and I will not Westfield’s library, built only 13 years noted, municipalities have to come up shop in the Victoria’s Secret store until ago with $403,000 in state aid and a $3.5 with three-fourths of the money. they change their approach. million town bond, is not cramped for Edmund Faltermayer space despite heavy and growing usage. 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Governor District 21 District 22 County Sheriff Name: Bret Schundler Name: Richard H. Bagger Name: Thomas C. Jardim Name: Milton Campbell Name: Linda d. Stender Name: Ralph G. Froehlich Candidate for: Governor Candidate For: State Senate, Dis- Candidate For: State Assembly, Candidate for: State Senate, Dis- Candidate for: State Assembly, Candidate For: Union County Party: Republican trict 21 District 21 trict 22 District 22 Sheriff Professional Background: Prior Party: Republican Party: Democrat Party: Republican Party: Democrat Party: Democrat to becoming the first Republican Professional Background: The Professional Background: Mr. Education: Mr. Campbell attended Education A graduate of Scotch Education: Sheriff Froehlich at- Mayor of Jersey City in 50 years, Mr. candidate is a corporate manager Jardim is currently Of Counsel with Indiana University, where he excelled Plains-Fanwood High School, Mrs. Stender received a Bachelor of Arts tended the Northwestern University Schundler worked as a financial con- with Pfizer, Inc. in New York City. the Newark law firm of Fischbein, in track and football. He is a graduate Traffic School in 1968 and then sultant for Salomon Brothers and Education: Mr. Bagger graduated Badillo, Wagner & Harding. His area of Plainfield High School. Degree from American University in Washington, D.C. graduated from Kean College of New C.J. Lawrence. from Princeton University with a of concentration is in labor and em- Professional Background: Mr. Jersey in 1975. Education: The candidate studied degree in public and international ployment law. Campbell is a lecturer and public Employment Background: Mrs. Stender served as the Director of Professional Background: Prior at the Univer- affairs and holds a law degree from Education: The candidate is a speaker in the area of personal devel- to serving as Sheriff for the past 24 sity of Haifa in Rutgers University. 1988 graduate of the University of opment and self-motivation. He is Women’s Groups for the Corzine for U.S. Senate Campaign in 2000. years, Mr. Froehlich spent nearly 20 Israel and Family Life: Assemblyman Bag- Richmond in Virginia. He received the founder of Milt Campbell Enter- years with the Elizabeth Police De- graduated from ger and his wife, Barbara, reside in his law degree and a master’s degree prise, a personal development moti- Pol./Gov. Experience: Elected to the Fanwood partment, where he attained the rank Harvard Uni- Westfield with their three daughters, in foreign affairs, simultaneously, vational company. of Lieutenant. versity with Katherine, Jennifer and Meredith. from the Ameri- The candidate was President of the Borough Coun- cil in 1987, Mrs. Gov./Pol. Experience: Mr. honors. Gov./Pol. Experience: Mr. Bag- can University Milt Campbell Community Center Froehlich has served eight, three- Family Life: ger is currently serving his fifth term Law School in in Newark from 1968 to 1976 and Stender previ- ously served on year terms as Union County Sheriff. Born in in the State Assembly. He previously Washington, was a youth counselor with Plainfield He is the longest-serving Sheriff in Morristown, was elected as a member of the D.C., in 1993, High School in 1982. From 1980 to the Fanwood Planning Board, the county’s history. Mr. Schundler Westfield Town Council and later graduating magna 1981, Mr. Campbell was Director of Family Life: Sheriff Froehlich and grew up in Mayor. Mr. Bagger also served on cum laude. He is Olympic Experience for Youth, which holding the of- Bret Schundler fice of Vice his wife, residents of Elizabeth where Westfield the local Planning Board, including a graduate of he founded. he was born, have two daughters, where he was holding the office of Chairman. Mr. Campbell also played profes- Chairwoman in Watchung Hills 1987. In 1991, Debra and Lora. A third daughter, an All-State lineman at Westfield Clubs/Organizations:Mr. Bag- Regional High sional football for the Cleveland Linda d. Stender Rene, is deceased. ger is a mem- she was elected High School. He now resides in Jer- School in Warren Browns and Montreal Alouettes. Mayor, serving Clubs/Organizations: Sheriff sey City with his wife, Lynn, and ber of the Board Township. Pol./Gov. Experience: This is Mr. Thomas C. Jardim one term. She won a seat on the Union Froehlich has their two children, Shaylin and Hans. of Trustees of Family Life: Campbell’s first attempt at elective County Board of Chosen Freeholders served as Presi- Pol./Gov.: Mr. Schundler was first the Overlook The candidate and office. in 1993 and was reelected in 1996 and dent of the New elected Jersey City Mayor in 1993 Hospital Foun- his wife, Karen Fountain, reside in Family Life: The candidate in not again in 1999. She was appointed Jersey Sheriffs and was reelected in 1997. He served dation and the Westfield with their two daughters, married and resides in Plainfield. He Freeholder Chairwoman in 1997. Association through the summer of 2001. Executive Cecile Elise and Charlotte Fey. has four children. Family Life: The candidate and her three times. He Clubs/Organizations: Mr. Committee of Gov./Pol. Experience: Mr. Jardim Clubs/Organizations: Mr. husband, Richard, have three children also serves on Schundler served as an elder in his the Council of was elected Mayor of Westfield in Campbell is and reside in Fanwood. the boards of church, as President of a coalition of State Govern- 1996 and reelected in 1998. During most noted for Clubs/Organizations: Mrs. many civic Jersey City neighborhood associa- Richard H. Bagger ments, a na- his Mayoral tenure, he served as winning the Stender has been a member of the groups and or- tions, and volunteered for a coalition tional organiza- President of the Union County Olympic Gold Fanwood Junior Women’s Club, serv- ganizations. He of churches providing shelter to Jer- tion. He also serves on advisory League of Municipalities in 2000. Medal in the ing as its President in 1982, and the is a member of sey City’s homeless persons. boards for the Westfield Symphony After graduating from Richmond Decathlon in Union County Women’s Political Cau- Ralph G. Froehlich the Sheriffs’ Ju- Orchestra, the WYACT (Westfield University in 1988, he worked in the 1956, the first Name: James E. McGreevey cus. She served on the Governor’s diciary Liaison Young Artists Cooperative The- policy office of then Virginia Gover- African-Ameri- Council on Local Partnerships in 1990. Committee to develop minimum Candidate for: Governor ater), the New Jersey nor Gerald R. Baliles. can to accom- Party: Democrat Name: Patricia Walsh standards of court security through- Intergenerational Orchestra and Clubs/Organizations: Mr. Jardim plish this feat. out New Jersey and currently serves Professional Background: The New Jersey Connect. He was on the Candidate for: State Assembly, currently serves as a Trustee of both He won the Sil- District 22 as Chairman of Public Safety for the candidate is the full-time chief Board of Trustees of the Westfield the Westfield Foundation and the Milton Campbell ver Medal in the elected official in Woodbridge. He is Party: Republican Union County Alliance. He served in Foundation from 1995 to 2001. Westfield Neighborhood Council and 1952 Olympic Education: A Plainfield High School the Marine Corps during the Korean a former Middlesex County Assis- is an active member of the Portu- games. He is also a United States tant Prosecutor, was an Executive Name: Thomas H. Kean, Jr. alumna, Ms. Walsh is also a graduate Conflict. guese American Congress of New Navy veteran. of Our Lady of Lourdes School of Director of the State Parole Board Candidate For: State Assembly, Jersey. An All-American swimmer and Name: Nicholas J. Berkey and served in a top management Nursing and is a registered nurse. She District 21 All-State football player at Plainfield holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Candidate For: Union County position with Merck & Company. Party: Republican High School, Mr. Campbell was cho- Sheriff Education: Mr. McGreevey holds Social Sciences from Thomas Edison Professional Background: The Name: Dr. Eric Muñoz sen as the Athlete of the Century by State College and completed the Party: Republican a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Co- candidate is a full-time legislator Candidate For: State Assembly, the Star-Ledger in 2000. He was Education: Mr. Berkey holds a lumbia Univer- Rutgers University certification pro- and has worked as a consultant on District 21 elected to the United States Olympic gram for local elected officials. Bachelor of Science Degree in Ac- sity, a law de- Internet Web sites. Party: Republican Hall of Fame in 1992. Employment Background: She is counting from Fairleigh Dickinson gree from Education: Mr. Kean holds a Professional Background: The Name: Joseph S. Suliga a registered nurse with Visiting Nurse University. Georgetown bachelor’s degree in history from candidate is a trauma surgeon at the Systems, serving Middlesex, Somerset Professional Background: The University, and Candidate for: State Senate, Dis- Dartmouth College and a master’s University of Medicine and Den- trict 22 and Union Counties. candidate is a a master’s de- degree from the Fletcher School of tistry of New Jersey in Newark. Pol./Gov. Experience: Ms. Walsh certified fraud gree in educa- Party: Democrat Law and Diplomacy at Tufts Univer- Education: Dr. Muñoz holds a Education: He holds a Bachelor has served the past six years as Mayor examiner and tion from sity in Boston. He also has a doctor- Bachelor of Arts Degree from the of Green Brook Township. Prior to public accoun- Harvard Uni- of Arts Degree in Political Science ate degree from Tufts. University of Virginia, a medical and a Master of Public Administra- that, she served on the Green Brook tant with exper- versity. He is a Family Life: Mr. Kean and his degree from the Albert Einstein Col- Township Committee. tise in the area graduate of St. tion Degree from Kean College (now wife, Rhonda, reside in Westfield lege of Medicine and a Master of a university) and a Master of Science Family Life: Ms. Walsh and her of white-collar James E. McGreevey Joseph’s High with their two-year-old daughter, Business Administration Degree in husband, John G. Walsh, Jr., have three crime, working School in Degree in Industrial Relations from Elizabeth. The family moved to town Finance from Columbia University. Rutgers University. sons. She is a member of St. Luke’s for three For- Metuchen. in 1999. Family Life: Dr. Muñoz and his Lutheran Church in Dunellen, where tune 500 com- Family Life: Born in Jersey City, Professional Gov./Pol. Experience: Mr. Kean wife, Nancy, have five children. The Background: she serves as a Eucharistic Minister Nicholas J. Berkey panies. He has the candidate and his wife, Dina sought the 2000 family lives in Summit. and lector. worked the past Matos McGreevey, have a daughter, Mr. Suliga is Clubs/Organizations:Ms. Walsh is Republican Gov./Pol. Experience: Dr. Muñoz employed as the 16 years for Honeywell International, Morag, and reside in Woodbridge. nomination for served as a member of the Summit a former American Red Cross volun- a military defense contractor. Pol./Gov. Experience: First Chief Financial teer and developed the Family Life the Seventh Dis- Common Council from 1996 to 2001 Officer for the Gov./Pol. Experience: He has elected Mayor of Woodbridge in trict Congres- and was named to fill a vacancy in Curriculum for the Green Brook Pub- been a candidate for the Union Town- 1991, Mr. McGreevey was reelected City of Linden. lic Schools. She organized the Soccer sional seat. He the General Assembly earlier this Pol./Gov. Ex- ship Committee. in 1995 and again in 1999. Mayor was named to year. He serves as Republican Mu- Parent Associa- Family Life: The candidate, a 24- McGreevey served in the State As- perience: Mr. tion at fill the 22nd nicipal Chairman in Summit. Suliga has rep- year resident of Union, and his wife, sembly in 1990 and 1991 and in the Legislative Dis- Clubs/Organizations: The can- Immaculata High Joann, have an 18-year-old daugh- resented the 20th School in State Senate from 1994 through 1997. trict seat left va- didate is active Joseph S. Suliga ter, Jennifer. As his party’s nominee in 1997, he Legislative Dis- Somerville. cant following with the Boys trict in the State Clubs/Organizations: The can- nearly defeated former Governor Thomas H. Kean, Jr. the retirement of Scouts of She addition- Assembly for the past eight years. He ally was a volun- didate is a member of the Knights of Christine Todd Whitman in the last the late Alan M. America and has Columbus, Union Council No. 4504, Gubernatorial campaign. was first elected in 1993 and was teer for Meals on Augustine. He is the son of former worked on sub- reelected in 1995, 1997 and 1999. He the Union Elks and is a Trustee with Clubs/Organizations: Appointed stance abuse Wheels for seven two-term Governor Thomas H. Kean, began his political career as a mem- years. The candi- the 200 Club of Union County. to the National Cancer Advisory currently President of Drew Univer- prevention pro- Board by former President Bill ber of the Linden Board of Education, Patricia Walsh date was a sity in Madison. grams for at-risk serving from 1977 to 1983. Watchung Hills Clinton, Mr. McGreevey also served Clubs/Organizations: The can- youth. He was County Freeholder as Chairman of the United States Elected to the Linden City Coun- High School Parent Teacher Organiza- didate has served as a volunteer recently named cil in 1983, he served two terms from tion officer and scholarship chairwoman. Conference of Mayors Subcommit- fireman and as an Emergency as an honorary Name: Andrew MacDonald 1984 through 1988. He was a mem- She also belongs to a number of politi- Candidate For: Union County tee on Health Insurance and is Presi- Medical Technician. He was Vice member of the cal and government organizations. dent of the New Jersey Conference Dr. Eric Muñoz ber of the Union County Board of Freeholder President and Director of the Board of Trust- Chosen Freeholders from 1988 Ms. Walsh serves on the Executive of Mayors. Hyattsville Volunteer Fire Depart- ees of the Paper Mill Playhouse in Party: Republican through 1990. Board of the New Jersey Conference of Education: The candidate holds a Over the years he has chaired the ment in Maryland. Millburn. Mayors and as President of the Somerset National Conference of Christians Family Life: The Assemblyman Bachelor of Arts Name: Ellen C. Steinberg and his wife, Annmarie, an environ- County Governing Officials. She is Sec- Degree from and Jews, as well as the Middlesex retary of the State Federation of Repub- County Cultural and Heritage Com- Name: J. Brooke Hern Candidate For: State Senate, Dis- mental engineer, have no children State University Candidate For: State Assembly, trict 21 and reside in Linden. lican Women and is Immediate Past of New York at mission, and the Central Jersey Chap- President of the Somerset County Fed- ter of the American Red Cross. District 21 Party: Democrat Clubs/Organizations: Mr. Suliga Buffalo and a Party: Democrat Professional Background: Hav- is a member of the American Society eration of Republican Women. The candidate was also Chairwoman Master of Busi- Name: William Schluter Professional Background: The ing previously for Public Administration, a past Presi- ness Adminis- Candidate For: Governor dent of the Linden Jaycees, and a of the “Women for Franks” Senate candidate is an attorney in Roseland. worked as a Campaign in 2000. tration Degree Party: Independent Education: The candidate is a Deputy County former Chairman of the Linden City from Fairleigh Professional Background: Mr. 1987 graduate of American Univer- Counsel in Democratic Committee. He is also Name: Gabe Spera Dickinson Uni- Schluter is a full-time legislator. He sity in Washington, D.C. He received Middlesex active in The Arc of New Jersey and Candidate for: State Assembly, versity in Madi- was Vice President and a Founding his law degree in 1998, graduating County, she serves on the Clean Ocean and Shore District 22 Andrew MacDonald son. Partner of New Jersey First, Inc. (an cum laude, Order of the Coif, from now has a pri- Trust (COAST), a wildlife preserva- Party: Republican Professional Background: The environmental management consult- Southern Methodist University vate law prac- tion and port dredging advocacy group. Education: Mr. Spera holds a Bach- candidate is a teacher at St. Mary’s ing firm) from 1979 to 1987 and was School of Law, where he served as tice in Union. elor of Arts Degree in English from High School in Elizabeth. Name: Gerald B. Green Brooklyn College. an adjunct professor at Fairleigh Articles Editor of the S.M.U. Law Earlier, she was Candidate for: State Assembly, Gov./Pol. Experience: The can- Dickinson and Rutgers universities Review. employed in the Professional Background: Mr. didate previously served as an elected District 22 Spera has served as Vice President of in their graduate programs Family Life: Mr. Hern and his corporate world Party: Democrat member of the Fanwood Borough Education: wife, Stephanie, have two children, Ellen C. Steinberg and later ran a Sales for Ner Data Products since Council. He ran unsuccessfully for Education: Assemblyman Green 1984. Mr. Schluter Allyson and Will. Residents of New marketing and attended the public school system in Freeholder in 1998. was graduated Providence, they are expecting their advertising firm for 20 years. Pol./Gov. Experience: A veteran Family Life: Mr. MacDonald and Roselle. of local politics from Princeton third child. Education: Ms. Steinberg holds Professional Background: Mr. his wife, Kathleen Keck, reside in University, with Gov./Pol. Experience: Mr. Hern an undergraduate degree from the for more than 20 Fanwood. They have four children. Green is a self-employed business- years, Mr. Spera honors, with a was an early candidate in the Demo- University of Michigan and a law man in marketing and real estate. Clubs/Organizations: The can- degree in eco- cratic Party Primary for Congress degree from the Seton Hall Univer- served two Pol./Gov. Experience: Mr. Green terms as a didate is a veteran of the Vietnam nomics. from the Seventh District in 2000. sity School of Law in Newark. was first elected War. He is a member of Father John Family Life: He served as Chief of Staff for Family Life: The candidate is di- Scotch Plains to the Assembly, Township S. Nelligan Council No. 5730, the The candidate former 15th District State Assem- vorced and has no children. She grew District 17, in Knights of Columbus Chapter for and his wife, up in Hillside, attending its public Councilman, William Schluter blyman Joseph F. Yuhas. Prior to 1991. He was re- from 1983 Scotch Plains and Fanwood. He Nancy Hurd that, he was Director of Public Af- school system, and now lives in elected in 1993, served as Grand Knight in 1998. Schluter, have six children. They re- Chatham. through 1991, fairs for the New Jersey Depart- 1995, 1997 and and six years as Name: Lewis Mingo, Jr. side in Pennington. ment of Commerce and Economic Gov./Pol. Experience: The can- 1999. He is a Gabe Spera Candidate For: Union County Gov./Pol. Experience: Mr. Mayor, from Development. didate once served as a Project former, two- 1985 through 1991. Freeholder Schluter has served in the State Sen- Clubs/Organizations: Mr. Hern Assistant to New Jersey State As- term member of Party: Democrat ate since 1991 as a Republican repre- He was his party’s representative to has coached semblyman Neil Cohen (D-20). the Union the State Republican Committee from Education: Freeholder Mingo senting the 23rd District. His previ- Pony League Ms. Steinberg worked on the 2000 holds a Gerald B. Green County Board of 1993 through 2001. He chaired the ous political experience includes serv- Baseball in Presidential campaign of former Chosen Free- township’s Republican Committee from bachelor’s degree ing on the Pennington Borough Coun- Chatham Town- United States Senator Bill Brad- holders, serving from 1982 to 1984 1999 through 2000 and has been a in biology from cil from 1963 to 1969 and in the State ship and girls’ ley. This is her first attempt at and 1989 to 1991. He was Chairman Republican Committeeman since 1981. Albany State Assembly from 1968 to 1972 and softball in New elective office. of the board in 1990. Family Life: He and his wife of 39 University and a from 1987 to 1990. He served in the Providence. He Clubs/Organizations: The can- Family Life: Assemblyman Green years, Marilyn, have three children Master’s Certifi- State Senate from 1972 through 1974. also served as didate serves on the executive boards and his wife, Wanda, have three sons and five grandchildren. They are mem- cate in Project Clubs/Organizations: Executive Di- of the Women Lawyers of Union and two daughters. Born in Roselle, bers of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Management Mr. Schluter served as New Jersey rector of the County and NIA Community Habi- he resides in Plainfield. Roman Catholic Church in Scotch from the George Co-Chairman of McCain 2000 and New Jersey Citi- tat Development, Inc., a transitional Clubs/Organizations: Mr. Green Plains. Washington Uni- was a delegate to the Government zens’ Flood Re- program assisting women and fami- has served on the Union County Clubs/Organizations: Mr. Spera Lewis Mingo, Jr. versity School of Ethics Seminar held in January 1998 lief Project. In lies in crisis. Chapter of the Salvation Army and is a United States Army veteran. He is Business and in Sofia, Bulgaria. He has been a J. Brooke Hern addition, he is an was honorary chairman for the North a member of UNICO International, Public Manage- District Republican Committeeman active member See it all on the Web! Jersey Chapter of the March of Dimes the New Jersey Business and Industry ment in Washington, D.C. and has been active with the New of the Government Affairs Commit- in 1990. He is a former President of Association, the Jaycees International Professional Background: Mr. Jersey Agriculture Society, serving tee of the New Jersey Business and www.goleader.com the Roselle and Linden Merchants and the Italian-American Social Club Mingo is a retired data processing as a Trustee. Industry Association. Association. of North Plainfield. CONTINUED ON PAGE 7 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. 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Clubs/Organizations: Dr. County Freeholder Westfield Town Council Scotch Plains Lindsey has CONTINUED FROM PAGE 6 Union County Prosecutor from 1991 Clubs/Organizations: The can- Finance Committee and previously Gov./Pol. Experience: This is Mrs. served three dif- manager with NYNEX. until his death in 1995. didate is a former member of the headed the Building and Town Prop- Romano’s first campaign for elec- ferent terms as Gov/Pol Experience: Mr. Mingo Family Life: Mrs. Ruotolo resides Executive Committee of the erty Committee. tive office. President of the was appointed to fill an unexpired in Westfield with her three children. Westfield Historical Society. She is Family Life: Mr. Albano and his Family Life: Mrs. Romano and Fanwood Lions term on the Freeholder Board in 1998. Clubs/Organizations: Mrs. past Co-Chairwoman of the United wife, Michelle, have three children, her husband, Vincent, have a six- Club. A United He was elected later that year to a Ruotolo has been active with the Fund of Westfield’s Special Busi- Matthew, Juliana and Marielle. year-old daughter, Giavanna. States Navy vet- full, three-year term. He also worked Westfield Parent Teacher Organiza- ness Committee; past Vice Regent of Clubs/Organizations: Mr. Albano Clubs/Organizations: The candi- eran, he was a in the office of State Assemblyman tion, where she has served on its the Westfield Chapter of the Daugh- is a member of the Knights of Co- date has served on the Scotch Plains member of the Gerry Green (D-17). Executive Board and worked on ters of the American Revolution, and lumbus in Cultural Arts Committee since 1997. Fanwood Volun- Family Life: Mr. Mingo and his fundraising and student enrichment Past President of the McKinley El- Westfield. He is Her husband, Vincent, has been a town- Dr. Chester R. teer Rescue wife, Pansy, have an adult daughter, committees. ementary School Parent Teacher President of the ship volunteer fireman since 1988. Lindsey Squad from Nicole. They reside in Plainfield. Name: R. Jeffrey Schundler Organization. Summit Bar As- 1962 through Clubs/Organizations: Mr. Mingo Candidate For: Union County sociation and Name: Guy Celentano 1965. He is the ex-Chairman of the Name: Neil F. Sullivan, Jr. Heart Fund. serves on the Board of Deacons at St. Freeholder Candidate For: Westfield Town sits on the Candidate For: Scotch Plains John’s Baptist Church in Scotch Party: Republican Council, Third Ward Alumni Board Township Council Name: David B. Trumpp Plains and is President of the Men’s Education: The candidate has a Party: Republican of Trustees of Party: Republican Candidate For: Fanwood Bor- Ministry. He also helped organize Bachelor of Sci- Education: Councilman Sullivan the Wardlaw- Education: The candidate is a ough Council the Plainfield Area Youth Develop- ence Degree in has a bachelor’s degree from Duke Hartridge graduate of Hanover Park Regional Party: Republican ment Tennis Association in 1986. He Administration University and a Master of Business School in High School in East Hanover and the Education: Mr. Trumpp is a graduate served on the Plainfield Economic and Economics Administration Degree from the Matthew P. Albano Edison. He is Culinary Institute of America in Hyde of Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Development Council, Planning from Penn State Fuqua School of Business at Duke. Town Council Park N.Y. and Alfred Uni- Board and the Adult Education University. Professional Background: A Liaison to the Westfield Downtown Professional Background: The versity in New School Board. Professional former Senior Vice President for a Corporation and is active with the candidate owns his own food busi- York. Name: Daniel P. Sullivan Background: leading financial institution, Mr. Loyola Retreat House in Morristown, ness, Celentano Food Products, as Professional Candidate For: Union County The candidate is Sullivan is President of Westfield a Jesuit community. well as Key Dreams Inc., a real estate Background: Freeholder Chief Operating Mortgage, a residential lender he management and consulting busi- Employed with Officer and Name: Peter M. Echausse ness. Both are based in Scotch Plains. the New Jersey Party: Democrat recently founded. Party: Republican Education: Freeholder Sullivan R. Jeffrey Schundler Controller of the Gov./Pol. Experience: Mr. Gov/Pol Experience: The candidate Turnpike Au- Schundler Com- Candidate For: Westfield Coun- was a member of the Union County holds a bachelor’s degree in govern- Sullivan was appointed to the coun- David B. Trumpp thority, he has pany in Edison. cil, First Ward Transportation Advisory Committee. He held the title of ment from Seton Hall University in cil to fill a vacancy in 1995. He was Education: The candidate holds a South Orange. Gov./Pol. Experience: This is the elected to a full, two-year term that is a current member of the Scotch Plains Marketing Co- candidate’s first attempt at elective bachelor’s degree from Manhattan Planning Board and the township’s ordinator for the past two years. Professional Background: Mr. year and reelected in 1997 and 1999. College and a master’s degree in Sullivan is the office. He worked on the campaigns He is serving as Acting Mayor this Environmental Commission. Gov./Pol. Experience: The son of of his brother, former Jersey City business administration from Family Life: Mr. Celentano and former Fanwood Mayor Theodore Executive Di- year and chairs the council’s Trans- Fordham University in the Bronx. rector of the Mayor and this year’s GOP Guber- portation, Parking and Traffic Com- his wife, Catiana, are three-year resi- “Ted” Trumpp, the candidate is mak- natorial nominee, Bret Schundler, in Professional Background: The dents of Scotch Plains. They do not ing his third bid for the Borough Elizabeth De- mittee. candidate has 13 years of combined velopment Cor- 1991, 1992, 1993 and 1997, as well Family Life: Councilman Sullivan have any children. Council. He previously ran in 1997 the current campaign. experience in municipal finance and Clubs/Organizations: Mr. and 1998. poration, which and his wife, Susan, have two daugh- public service as a credit analyst, oversees the Family Life: The candidate is ters, Katie and Cami. Celentano is a member of the Scotch Family Life: The candidate is a married and has two children. He including nearly 10 years collectively Plains Italian-American Club and the lifelong Fanwood resident and pres- city’s Urban Clubs/Organizations: The Coun- with Standard & Poors and Merrill Enterprise resides in Westfield. cilman has been Scotch Plains Republican Commit- ently lives on Oakwood Court. Clubs/Organizations: Mr. Lynch. He is employed as Vice Presi- tee. He is a parishioner at St. Clubs/Organizations: Mr. Trumpp Zone. He was active with dent at Toronto Dominion Securities previously a Schundler served as a First Lieuten- Duke Univer- Bartholomew the Apostle Roman is President of the Fanwood Lions Club. Daniel P. Sullivan ant in the United States Army from in New York City. Catholic Church in Scotch Plains. He is a member of the Fanwood His- Data Processing sity affairs, pre- Gov./Pol. Experience: After an Manager for AT&T. 1969 to 1973. He is former President viously serving toric Preservation Commission and of the St. Peter’s Prep Parents Asso- unsuccessful run for Town Council Fanwood Republican Club. Gov./Pol. Experience: Mr. on the Alumni in 2000, Mr. Echausse was appointed Sullivan was named to the Freeholder ciation. Among his many business Council for the Fanwood affiliations, Mr. Schundler has served to fill a vacancy left by the resigna- board to fill a vacancy in January Fuqua School of tion of Gregory S. McDermott upon 1995. He was subsequently elected as an advisory board member to the Business. He is Borough Council Mountainside New Jersey Small Business Devel- his election as Mayor. The candidate to a full, three-year term later that a member of the also served as a year and was re-elected in 1998. He opment Center. Sons of the He co-chaired the New Jersey Neil F. Sullivan, Jr. member of the Name: Michael Brennan Borough Council is a former member of the Elizabeth American Westfield Rec- Candidate For: Fanwood Bor- Board of Education, having served Delegation to the 1995 White House Revolution in New York and is a Name: Glenn Mortimer Conference on Small Business and reation Com- ough Council as President and Vice President and member of St. Helen’s Roman Catho- mission and the Party: Democrat Candidate For: Mountainside as Chairman of its Finance Commit- served on the Governor’s Confer- lic Church in Westfield. He is a coach Borough Council ence on Small Business in 1981. Westfield Ex- Education: Mr. Brennan is a gradu- tee. in the Westfield Soccer Association. penditure Re- ate of Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Party: Republican Family Life: Mr. Sullivan and his Education: Mr. Mortimer has a Name: Kevin G. Walsh view Commit- School and Rutgers University in New wife, Connie, have three children. tee. Brunswick, where he earned a Bachelor Bachelor of Arts Degree in Econom- The family resides in Elizabeth. Westfield Candidate For: Westfield Town ics from Drew University in Madi- Council, Third Ward He currently of Arts Degree in Government. Clubs/Organizations: Mr. serves as Town Professional Background: The son and is a designated Chartered Sullivan currently serves as Third Town Council Party: Democrat Financial Consultant. Education: Mr. Walsh holds a Council Liai- candidate is a computer systems en- Vice Chairman of the North Jersey Peter M. Echausse son to the Rec- gineer with Avaya Communications He has also completed the Fellow Transportation Planning Authority’s Name: Susan Jacobson bachelor’s degree from Seton Hall Life Management Institute test, giv- Candidate For: Westfield Town University in South Orange and a reation Commission and chairs the in Warren, a spin-off of Lucent Tech- (NJTPA) Executive Committee. He council’s Public Safety Committee. nologies. He is a specialist in tech- ing him knowledge of the insurance chairs the NJTPA’s Planning and Council, Fourth Ward law degree from the Seton Hall Uni- industry. Mr. Mortimer is the only Party: Democrat versity School of Law in Newark. Family Life: The candidate and nology and communications. Economic Development Committee his wife, Colleen, have four small Gov./Pol. Experience: This is Mr. member of the Borough Council to and is a member of its Freight Move- Education: The candidate has a Professional Background: The have completed the Certified Mu- Bachelor of Arts Degree in Account- candidate is an children: Kevin, Lauren, Michael and Brennan’s first attempt at elective mentName: Committee. Ricky Badillo Andrew. They reside on Tuttle Park- office. nicipal Elected Officials program ing from Rutgers University. attorney with thorough Rutgers University. Candidate For: Union County Professional Background: Ms. the firm of Gib- way. Family Life: Freeholder Clubs/Organizations: The can- A Fanwood resi- Professional Background: Mr. Jacobson is Vice President of the bons, Del Deo, Mortimer is a Project Manager with Party: Republican Union County Chamber of Com- Dolan, didate is a member of the Holy Trin- dent since age Education: The candidate is a ity Roman Catholic Church in 3, Mr. Brennan IBM in Cranford. merce. Griffinger & Gov./Pol. Experience: Mr. graduate of East Gov./Pol. Experience: Mrs. Vecchione in Westfield, where he served on the and his wife, High School in Finance Council. Maryann, live Mortimer has been on the Borough Jacobson served 12 years on the Newark, where Council for three years, including Newark and a Westfield Board of Education, in- his practice fo- on Midway Av- 1997 graduate enue. The one year as Council President in cluding roles as President and Vice cuses on white Name: Reid Edles 2000. of the Thomas President. collar criminal couple does not M. Cooper Cor- Candidate For: Westfield Coun- have any chil- Family Life: A nearly lifetime Family Life: A 32-year resident defense, intel- cil, First Ward borough resident, Councilman rections Staff of Westfield, Mrs. Jacobson and her Kevin G. Walsh lectual property dren. Training Acad- Party: Democrat Michael Brennan Clubs/Orga- Mortimer is not married. husband, Ronald, have two children, litigation and general commercial Education: The candidate earned Clubs/Organizations: Mr. emy in Irene and Monica. litigation. nizations: The candidate is a member Skillman, where a Bachelor of Science Degree in of St. Bartholomew the Apostle Roman Mortimer has been active with the Clubs/Organizations: Mrs. Gov./Pol. Experience: This is Mr. Business Administration from the Mountainside he was Class Jacobson has served on the Board of Walsh’s first attempt at elective of- Catholic Church in Scotch Plains. President. now-defunct Republican Ricky Badillo Directors of the Rotary Club of Eliza- fice. Belknap Col- Name: Katherine Mitchell Club. He is a Professional beth; is a member of the Fund Distri- Family Life: The candidate is Background: Mr. Badillo is an Essex lege in Center Candidate For: Fanwood Bor- member of the bution Commit- married. ough Council County corrections officer. He is a Harbor, N.H., in Knights of Co- tee of the United Clubs/Organizations: The can- 1969. He gradu- Party: Democrat lumbus, Spring- former corrections officer in Union Fund of didate and his wife are members of County, where he was a member of ated from the Professional Background: Coun- field Chapter, Westfield, and St. Helen’s Roman Catholic Church cilwoman Mitchell is a registered PBA Local No. 199. He was previ- Metropolitan and has been an is a member of in Westfield. While at Seton Hall, Police Academy nurse with the Visiting Nurse Asso- active volunteer ously a shop steward with Sealand of the Westfield Mr. Walsh was a member of the Elizabeth. in Washington ciation of Central New Jersey. for the Ameri- Community school’s Human Relations Council. Gov./Pol. Experience: The can- Gov./Pol. Experience: The can- D.C., the same Glenn Mortimer can Cancer So- Center Board of Professionally, he participates in the year. Mr. Edles didate first ran for council in 1993. ciety. He is also didate is in his second term on the Directors. Volunteer Lawyers for Justice pro- Roselle Park Borough Council. He Reid Edles also holds a cer- She was elected on her second at- a member of the Mountainside Hon- She is a mem- gram, representing disadvantaged tempt in 1998 and is now serving her has served as Council President and tification as an orary Policeman’s Benevolent Asso- ber of the Advi- people, free of charge. Emergency Medical Technician in freshman term on the Fanwood gov- ciation. Acting Mayor. sory Board and Family Life: Mr. Badillo and his Susan Jacobson Name: Thomas Fuccillo New Jersey. erning body. Name: Steve Brociner Steering Com- Family Life: A North Avenue resi- wife, Anna Olivo, reside in Roselle Candidate For: Westfield Coun- Professional Background: A Candidate For: Mountainside mittee of the cil, Second Ward former detective with the District of dent, Ms. Mitchell is not married and Park with their three children. proposed Westfield Cultural Arts Borough Council Clubs/Organizations: Mr. Badillo Party: Democrat Columbia Metropolitan Police De- has lived in Fanwood for 46 years. Party: Democrat Center and represents Mayor Gre- Clubs/Organizations: Council- has been a member of the Roselle Education: Mr. Fuccillo holds a partment, the candidate is currently Education: The candidate has a gory S. McDermott on the Westfield Bachelor of Arts employed as a loss prevention direc- woman Mitchell Park Volunteer Rescue Squad since Memorial Library Board of Trust- degree in business administration 1983. He is a member of his town’s Degree in Politi- tor for a major regional retailer. was instrumental from the University of Miami in ees. She was recently asked to serve in establishment Parent Teacher Association Dads cal Science and Gov./Pol. Experience: The can- Florida. on the Board of Trustees of the Col- certificate of didate has no previous political ex- of the Fanwood- Club, serves as a Little League coach lege Woman’s Club of Westfield. Professional Background: The and is member of the Board of Direc- management perience. Scotch Plains candidate has owned his own carpet Recycling Asso- tors of the Roselle Park Police Ex- studies in mar- Family Life: The candidate lives business for 20 years. Name: Janis F. Weinstein keting from the on Cleveland Avenue with his wife, ciation; serves as plorers. He is also a member of the Candidate For: Westfield Town Gov./Pol. Experience: Mr. Calvary Tabernacle Church in University of Lisa, and daughter, Allison, a junior a Eucharistic Brociner ran previously for Borough Council, Fourth Ward Minister at the Cranford. Rochester and a at Westfield High School. Council in 1998, 1999 and 2000. Party: Republican law degree from Clubs/Organizations: Mr. Edles Immaculate Name: Mary P. Ruotolo Education: A Westfield High Family Life: Mr. Brociner and his the St. John’s serves as President of the Westfield Heart of Mary wife, Phyllis, have two children. Candidate For: Union County School graduate, Mrs. Weinstein Thomas Fuccillo University Volunteer Rescue Squad. He has been Roman Catholic Freeholder holds a salesman’s license from the Katherine Mitchell Clubs/Organizations: A veteran School of Law active in the squad since 1986. Church in Scotch of the Korean Conflict, Mr. Brociner Party: Democrat New Jersey Real Estate Commission in Queens, NY. Plains and is a member of the Inter- Education: Mrs. Ruotolo received and is a referral agent with Burgdorf has been an active member of the Professional Background: The faith Council for the Homeless of Democratic Committee in both Eliza- an Associate’s ERA Realtors in Westfield. candidate is employed as an associ- Scotch Plains Union County. Degree in Busi- Professional Background: Mrs. beth and Mountainside for the past ate counsel for the investment man- Her résumé also includes having 30 years. He is a ness and then Weinstein is Office Manager with agement firm of Neuberger, Berman, Town Council served as Chairwoman of the continued her the Westfield law firm of Johnstone, member of the LLC in Manhattan. Fanwood Democratic Committee. Mount Nebo education at Skok, Loughlin & Lane. Gov./Pol. Experience: This is the Name: Pat Romano Kean Univer- Gov./Pol. Experience: Mrs. Candidate For: Scotch Plains Lodge of the first attempt at elective office for Mr. Name: Dr. Chester R. Lindsey Masons and vol- sity. She at- Weinstein was appointed to fill an Fuccillo. Township Council unexpired seat on the Westfield Town Party: Democrat Candidate For: Fanwood Bor- unteers at area tended St. Family Life: Mr. Fuccillo and his ough Council Anthony’s grade Council in 1996. She lost her bid for Education: The candidate com- homeless shel- wife, Kristin, live on Hillcrest Av- Party: Republican ters and child school in Eliza- a full term later that year but was enue with their two young children. pleted courses to work as a Tax As- elected to a full term in 1997 and was sessor. She recently completed the Education: The candidate at- development Mary P. Ruotolo beth and Mother tended Temple University in Phila- Seton Regional reelected in 1999. Name: Matthew P. Albano appropriate courses to obtain her real agencies, as The Council- Candidate For: Westfield Coun- estate license. delphia and graduated from the Penn- Steve Brociner well as in pro- High School in Clark before gradu- sylvania College of Optometrists. ating from Union High School. woman is also a cil, Second Ward Professional Background: Mrs. viding mental member of the Education: Mr. Albano is a gradu- Romano re- Professional Background: Dr. health and vocational services to dis- Professional Background: The Lindsey has been an optometrist in candidate is currently a full-time Westfield Rec- ate of the University of Notre Dame, cently entered abled adults and in resettlement of reation Com- Seton Hall Law School in Newark the real estate Fanwood since 1958. Soviet Jews. Freeholder. She has worked as a Gov./Pol. Experience: The can- teacher’s assistant in kindergarten mission. She is and the New York University School field. She had Name: Werner C. Schon the Chair- of Law. been with the didate served on the Borough Coun- Candidate For: Mountainside classes with the Westfield public cil from 1989 to 1992 and from 1994 school system. woman of the Professional Background: Mr. City of Rahway Borough Council council’s Public Albano is a tax attorney in private for 14 years, to 1997. He ran unsuccessfully for Party: Republican Gov./Pol. Experience: Freeholder Fanwood Mayor in 1995. Ruotolo was named to the Freeholder Janis F. Weinstein Works Commit- practice in Summit. working in the Education: Councilman Schon tee. Gov./Pol. Experience: Mr. Albano City Clerk’s of- Family Life: Dr. Lindsey and his holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in board in 1998 to fill a vacancy. She wife, Patricia, are 41-year residents was elected to a full, three-year term Family Life: Mrs. Weinstein and was first elected to the Town Council fice and the Tax Accounting from the now defunct her husband, Loren, have two chil- in 1995 and was reelected in 1997 Pat Romano Assessor’s of- of Fanwood and live on Midway Avenue. They Upsala College in East Orange. later that year. Her late husband, have several adult children. Andrew K. Ruotolo, Jr., served as dren. and 1999. He chairs the council’s fice. CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 8 Thursday, November 1, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION PPoliticalolitical Voters Need to Support LOSAP CONTINUED FROM PAGE 7 For SP Rescue Squad, Fire Dept.

Mountainside Westfield By FRED ROSSI of service would have $1,150 deposited Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times into a tax-deferred income account that Borough Council Town Council The spirit of volunteerism has long would earn interest. The amount earned been an American tradition; one that’s would be determined by a point system Professional Background: Mr. Gov./Pol. Experience: The candi- been seen quite clearly in the weeks that rewards members for their partici- Schon is President of Astramolding, since the terrorist attacks of September pation in certain training, fire and emer- date ran for Borough Council in 2000. 11. This Tuesday, Scotch Plains voters, gency calls, meetings, etc. Inc. in Sparta and a partner in Schon Family Life: Mr. Shackelford and his wife, in addition to choosing a new member of The program’s cost would not be ex- Tool & Machine Co. of Old Bridge June Sherrie, have three married daughters and the Township Council, will also have an orbitant: slightly more than $95,000 an- and IMPPCO Inc. of Roselle. three grandchildren. opportunity to reward those selfless men nually if every volunteer member re- Gov./Pol. Experience: Mr. Schon Clubs/Organizations: Mr. and women who take time from their ceived the maximum contribution. More has served six terms, a span of 18 years, Shackelford is a Red Cross volunteer own lives to volunteer for the local fire than 160 communities in New Jersey, on the Bor- and tax preparer for the American department and rescue squad. including Westfield and Fanwood, have ough Council, Association of Retired Persons. A ballot referendum will ask town- already set up their own LOSAPs. including two ship voters if they favor the creation of a This is a common sense idea that’s years as Coun- Length of Service Awards Program being put before Scotch Plains voters. Name: Thomas H. Stoudt (LOSAP) for members of these two Unlike some other towns, the 80 or so cil President. Candidate For: Westfield Town Photograph Courtesy of David Sanders/Arizona Daily Star crews, and it would be to everyone’s fire and rescue personnel in Scotch Plains HUMAN FLAG…15,000 citizens of Tucson, Ariz., assembled as an American Family Council, Fourth Ward benefit in Scotch Plains if this referen- serve voluntarily. They are not presently flag to show their support for freedom on September 15 in the wake of the WTC Life: The Party: Independent dum were approved. paid for their efforts, which often can terrorist attack. Within the crowd is former Westfielder, Patt Rudy Hale. Please candidate and Education: The candidate holds a If it is approved, a LOSAP would be call them away from home, regardless of see Letter to the Editor, page 4. his wife, Bachelor of Science Degree from created as part of an effort to ensure the the hour of the day. They respond to Carol, have Albright College, a Master of Sci- retention of existing members of the fire emergencies in Scotch Plains — and five children ence Degree from Rutgers Univer- department and rescue squad and to pro- they also responded to the World Trade Werner C. Schon and are 44- sity and a Doctorate Degree in Or- vide them with incentives for recruiting Center disaster in September. year residents new volunteers. Voters next week should take the op- ganic Chemistry from Purdue Uni- Under the program, each volunteer portunity to thank these dedicated, car- of Mountainside. versity. He is an author of a number fire department and rescue squad mem- ing and brave men and women by ap- Clubs/Organizations: Mr. Schon of patents and scientific publications. ber who performed a minimum amount proving the LOSAP referendum. has served six years as a member of Professional Background: Mr. the local fire commission, nine years Stoudt is retired from Merck and as Council Liaison to the Company in Rahway, where he was More Letters to the Editor Mountainside Board of Health and employed for 35 years in the area of CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 two years as Liaison to the local pharmaceutical research. Shade Tree Commission. Gov./Pol. Experience: Mr. Stoudt previously ran for Town Council Travel Industry Segment of State Name: John Shackelford twice after entering town politics in Candidate For: Mountainside the 1960s. Economy Hit Hard After Sept. 11 Borough Coun- Family Life: Mr. Stoudt and his According to an article in last week’s that will be the most difficult. cil wife, Kathryn, Westfield Leader, our state economy is fine The current administration did say that Party: Demo- have resided on following the terrorist attack on the World New Jersey qualified for economic disas- crat Village Green Trade Center, except for the travel industry. ter relief. Our businesses were not harmed Education: since 1955. However, the travel industry employs by a natural disaster, but rather by terror- The candidate Their three adult many people. It is the second largest ists who want to destroy our economy. holds a Master children, Tho- employer in the United States and it does The U.S. Small Business Administra- of Business Ad- mas, Frank, and greatly impact our economy. tion will provide loans to businesses un- ministration De- Carol, all gradu- When an individual goes on a vacation able to pay their ordinary and necessary gree from the trip, his trip impacts many jobs, from operating expenses as a result of the John Shackelford ated from limousine companies, taxi drivers, por- September 11 terrorist attack. How long DWI, SPEEDING? American Uni- Westfield High ters, airline personnel, car rental compa- will this slowdown last — another three versity in Wash- Thomas H. Stoudt School. nies, hotel, cruise companies, tour opera- to six months? I hope not. DRUG CHARGES? ington, D.C. Clubs/Orga- tors, sightseeing companies and restau- Most travel agencies had to reinvent Professional Background: The nizations: A U.S. Navy veteran in World rants, to the souvenir vendor to the travel themselves after all the commission cuts. candidate is a disabilities claims ad- War II, the candidate was a coach with agent who planned the trip. They had to carefully watch their operat- We’ll Defend You In Court! juster for the Social Security Admin- Little League baseball and the Westfield After the terrorist attack of September ing expenses and not incur new debt. istration. He also has experience as Girls Softball League. He was also ac- 11, about 75 percent of the bookings were Now, we will be forced to incur debt just an economics analyst and manage- tive with the United Fund of Westfield cancelled by customers, and no new book- to stay in business. ment consultant. He has owned ad- ings were being made. But how many small businesses want to Call and served nine years on the Union The telephones became silent. It is a incur a debt of $25,000 or even $50,000 to vertising, promotional and market- County Advisory Board of Environ- strange feeling to go to work and hope the stay in business, especially when you have GARY J. GRABAS ing businesses. mental Health. phone will ring and a sale will be made. no idea when people will feel safe to travel The travel industry has survived the again. Many travel agencies have had to Former Middlesex and Morris County Assistant Prosecutor recession, the Gulf War, airline strikes lay off staff because of lack of business. and bankruptcies, winter storms that close The terrorists killed many fine people airports, hurricanes that close resorts, on September 11 who are greatly missed GOOD NEWS Internet competitors, the terrorist bomb- by their families and friends and the The Law Office of ing of Pan Am 103 and even commission entire nation. The terrorists also want to cuts by the airlines (the most recent cut destroy our economy. We cannot live in JON M. BRAMNICK What shall we then say to these things? If God be for was on August 20). fear. Travelers need to get back on air- us, who can be against us? Nay in all these things we are However, many in the travel industry planes, book a hotel, take a cruise, rent a '!&@h†‡Trp‚qT‡ rr‡ more than conquerors through him that loved us. will not survive the disaster of September car or go on a tour. Tp‚‡puQyhv†IE&&% 11, since people are not planning leisure I have been a travel agent for 30 years vacation trips. People are afraid to fly, and never have had to face the hardship I ('"!!& others are fearful of being stranded some- face now. I will always remember Sep- ('"!!%((&Ah‘ Romans 8:31, 37 The Gospel where and others just want to stay home tember 11, 2001. with their families for now. Susan Brand w‚i h€vpx5w‚i h€vpxp‚€ While we are making some bookings Brand Travel Service for next year, it is the next three months Westfield TheThe TeamTeam forfor Fanwood’sFanwood’s Future!Future!

Experience, Leadership and Our Community’s Values

Re-EElect Councilwoman Kathy Mitchell Councilwoman Kathy Mitchell is a Eucharistic Minister at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church and a founding mem- ber of the Fanwood Recycling Association. She serves on the Council’s Administration and Finance Committee. A registered nurse, Kathy lives on North Avenue. She is a former trustee at Fanwood Memorial Library. Elect Mike Brennan A borough homeowner and businessman, Mike Brennan has extensive experience in communications technolo- gy. He is a member of St. Bartholomew Church and lives on Midway Avenue with his wife. He is a lifelong resi- dent and attended Rutgers University after graduating from Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School.

On Tuesday, November 6th, Vote Democrat Mitchell & Brennan A For Fanwood Borough Council Column Paid for by the Committee to Elect Mitchell & Brennan, Carol Cassidy, Treasurer PO Box 163 Fanwood, NJ 07023 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, November 1, 2001 Page 9 New Acting Governor to Head State House Until Schundler or McGreevey Takes Office

By WALTER E. BORIGHT person elected as Governor in No- January 8, 1835. At that juncture, When the votes are tallied up af- vember commences at noon on the the newly elected Senate President, ter the polls close on Election Night, third Tuesday of January after that Republican Horace G. Prall of November 6, one thing is certain — General Election, and that it expires Hunterdon County, took over as Act- it won’t be Democrat Jim four years thereafter at noon on the ing Governor. Mr. Prall served until McGreevey or Republican Bret third Tuesday of January. the newly-elected Governor, Repub- Schundler who will be next to sit in This leaves a one-week gap of lican Harold G. Hoffman, took of- the Governor’s chair after Acting time between the second and third fice on the third Tuesday, January Governor Donald T. DiFrancesco Tuesdays in January. This 15, 1935. leaves office in January. “governor’s gap” will span the pe- A similar occurrence took place in How can this be? Is this legal? riod from when a new Senate Presi- January 1920. At that time, Senate What about the votes cast on Elec- dent is chosen and when the swear- President William A. Runyon, a tion Day? ing-in of the newly elected governor Union County Republican State Not only will it be so and legal — takes place. Senator, had been serving as Acting it is also in 100 percent compliance So who is going to be sitting in the Governor since May 16, 1919. He with the New Jersey State Constitu- governor’s chair for the one-week took over as Acting Governor when tion. Since New Jersey became a period between January 8 and Janu- Republican Governor Walter E. Edge state in 1776, it has had three state ary 15, 2002? resigned to accept appointment to a constitutions. The first was the Con- Article V of the state Constitution vacancy in one of New Jersey’s two stitution of 1776, then the Constitu- tells us that it is scheduled to be United States Senate seats. tion of 1844, and now the Constitu- whoever is elected President of the Mr. Runyon’s term as Acting Gov- tion of 1947. New Jersey State Senate. It is, after ernor ended on January 13, 1920, the They set forth that the legislator all, a role first for the person holding second Tuesday of the month, when who served as head of the upper the office of Senate President to serve his term as a State Senator expired house of the State Legislature would as Acting Governor when there is a and hence his titles as Senate Presi- fill in as acting governor when the vacancy in the Office of Governor. If dent and Acting Governor. On Janu- governorship was vacant for any the Senate President doesn’t fill the ary 13, a new Senate President and a reason. acting governorship, the Speaker of new Acting Governor — Republican Such a vacancy occurred this past the Assembly becomes next in line. State Senator Clarence E. Case of January 31, when Governor Chris- It will depend on which party Somerset County — took office. tine Todd Whitman resigned to take wrestles control of either house of Mr. Case sat in the Governor’s a post in the federal Environmental the Legislature and which forces chair until November’s Democratic Protection Agency. As a result, the within each of the controlling parties victor, Edward I. Edwards, took the state now has an Acting Governor — will dominate the party caucuses. oath of office on the third Tuesday of Donald T. DiFrancesco, a Republi- If for some reason the new State January, January 20, 1920. can state senator from the 22nd Leg- Senate President or Assembly So whomever the voters of New islative District. Speaker can’t or won’t serve, there is Jersey elect as the next Governor of Mr. DiFrancesco moved into the a pecking order for Acting Governor New Jersey come this November 6, Governor’s Office as Acting Gover- prospects that includes state cabinet we can look forward to another “gov- nor by virtue of being the President of members and other high level state ernor for the week” to fill the the New Jersey State Senate. He has officials. “governor’s gap” for the period of served as both Acting Governor and Has there ever been a previous January 8 to January 15, 2002. incident when a Senate President or Senate President since January 31. * * * * * Article IV of the state constitution Speaker of the Assembly served as Walter E. Boright of Westfield is provides that legislative terms begin Acting Governor and was not imme- retired Superintendent of Schools in and end at noon on the second Tues- diately succeeded by the elected Milltown and Garwood and a former day in January in either two- or four- Governor? The answer is, “yes, a Union County Freeholder. He is Di- year cycles. On that date, the houses number of times.” The two most rector of External Operations at the of the legislature — the State Senate recent took place in 1920 and 1935. Gateway Institute for Regional De- and the General Assembly — are to At that time, the 1844 state Constitu- velopment at Kean University in organize and elect their respective tion was in effect. It contained very Union. leaders. similar provisions. So come this January 8, the second In January of 1935, the state actu- Tuesday of the month, Mr. ally had four different persons filling ‘Our Town’ to be Focus DiFrancesco’s term as a State Sena- the job of Governor within a period tor will expire, and with that so will of just 12 days. Three-term Demo- Of Book Discussion his title as Senate President. Not cratic Governor A. Harry Moore was FANWOOD – The Fanwood Me- being Senate President, he will no elected to the United States Senate in morial Library, located at North Av- longer be acting governor. November of 1934. He held on to his enue and Tillotson Road, will hold a On January 8, 2002, a new Senate post as Governor until January 3, book discussion on Thursday, No- President and a new Speaker of the 1935, at which time he resigned to vember 8, at 7:30 p.m. General Assembly are scheduled to take his seat in the United States Librarian Ruth Ahnert will lead a be elected by their colleagues. The Senate. At that point, the President of discussion on “Our Town,” written Senate President is next in line to fill the State Senate, Republican Clifford by Thornton Wilder. a vacancy in the Governor’s post, R. Powell of Burlington County, took Interested individuals are asked to followed by the Assembly Speaker. over as Acting Governor. read the book prior to the meeting Herein lies the essence of the mys- He served for only five days, until date. Copies may be picked up at the tery. Article V of the state Constitu- his term as Senate President ended library. For more information, please tion provides that the term of the on the second Tuesday in January, call (908) 322-6400.

CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, November 1, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Democrats Seek to Retain Freeholder Seats More Letters to the Editor While GOP Looks for First Victory Since 1994 Voting Is Important Way to Show Support for U.S. Government System By PAUL J. PEYTON have received jobs at other correctional increased the number of beds state- cial footing following what they charge Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times facilities in the state. wide inmates to 3,000. A fall in crime were years of economic bliss under Displaying the American flag is a Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood news- ELIZABETH — Union County Mrs. Ruotolo explained that the was given as a reason for the drop in Republicans. great way of showing one’s faith in papers for their excellence in election America. Voting in next week’s election Democrats will attempt to extend their board’s closing of the old jail facility state prisoners held at the county jail. They have cited their efforts over the coverage. In addition to the papers’ com- past five years to improve county and is an even more important way of show- plete local area election coverage, please streak of victories for seats on the “saved the county millions of dollars” During her four years on the board, ing support for our system of govern- visit www.dnet.org/nj, the League of County Board of Chosen Freeholders following the pullout of state prison- Freeholder Ruotolo noted she has con- municipal parks, playgrounds and to ment. Women Voters’ non-partisan service for to seven years this Tuesday, November ers. Union County won a lawsuit against centrated on enhancing the arts in the enhance senior transportation. They One hundred percent participation of the voter. 6. Democrats have held the majority the state after charging that the county county through awarding of $500,000 also cite their initiatives to increase citizens in the electoral process will Exercise your right to vote on Tues- since 1997 and have had a 9-0 advan- was not being reimbursed for the true in HEART (History, Education, Arts technology in the public schools by demonstrate to the world that we are day, November 6. Polls will be open tage the past four years. cost of housing state inmates. The — Reaching Thousands) grants to in- providing funds so all classrooms have determined to overcome terrorism and from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. that our way will endure. This year incumbents Daniel P. county won a $2.5 million court settle- dividuals and groups; education and computers and access to the Internet. Merry Wisler Sullivan, a freeholder since 1995, and ment. Mrs. Ruotolo said closing facil- programs for seniors. Also on Tuesday’s ballot is the county The League of Women Voters com- mends The Westfield Leader and The League of Women Voters Mary P. Ruotolo and Lewis Mingo, Jr., ity and the laying off the officers saved “The arts really enhance the quality sheriff’s race. Republican Nicholas J. Westfield Area both of whom joined the nine-member the county $8 million. of life but are also a viable economic Berkey of Union, a certified fraud ex- board in 1998, are opposed by Repub- The state pulled its prisoners out of development tool. It brings people in aminer and accountant, is challenging Blaiming Council for Future Accidents licans Ricky Badillo, a Roselle Park the jail after realizing they could no (to Union County),” she explained. eight-term incumbent Ralph G. Councilman; Andrew MacDonald, a longer guarantee 50 prisoners, as per a Democrats have cited their efforts to Froehlich, a former Elizabeth Police At High School Called Irresponsible former Fanwood Borough Council- contract with the county, after the state put the county back onto solid finan- Department lieutenant. man, and J. Robert Schundler of I would like to respond to the letter ing so they should stop acting that way. Westfield, the older brother of GOP recently written by the Parent Teacher It is not surprising that some kids, who Gubernatorial candidate Bret Student Organization (PTSO) regarding are accustomed to getting everything their dismay over a future temporary they ask for, would act this way. Instead, Schundler. Schundler Vs. McGreevey Called shortage of parking on Westfield High this issue should be used as a reality Mr. Sullivan has served in leader- School grounds. I am not quite sure what check that sometimes in life things don’t ship capacities as Chairman and Vice is more troubling about their letter, their go your way and you just have to adapt. Chairman of the board four of the past misguided sense of entitlement or their In their example, someone rushing to five years. Mrs. Ruotolo, the widow of Campaign Of Varying Contrasts irresponsible inference that the Town school across several busy streets would former Union County Prosecutor An- Council is to blame for any future pedes- be at risk for an accident. In order to drew K. Ruotolo, was the top free- By STEVEN KRAKAUER candidate Jim McGreevey, and has pal taxes,” and that he will say “no to trian accident. avoid what they describe as a future holder candidate vote getter in 1998. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times since closed the gap to 12 points, the special interests wanting your I would welcome any PTSO member certainty, I would like to suggest that the Freeholder Ruotolo notes that the TRENTON – This year’s New Jer- according to the most recent poll state tax dollars.” to point out to me where in the town’s rushing student wake up five or 10 min- board has been “fiscally responsible sey gubernatorial contest is one be- taken last week. One major issue of the McGreevey charter does it say that students of the utes earlier so they are not pressed for time. Is getting up a few minutes earlier four of the last five years” by delivering ing watched closely by political ana- The race this year between Mr. campaign is that of reforming auto- high school are entitled to have parking mobile insurance. Mr. McGreevey provided for them. It is a shame, but no that much of a hardship? If they feel that either a flat or cut in the countywide lysts and could be a pre-view of next Schundler and Mr. McGreevey has surprise, that these students don’t recog- it is, perhaps they should meet some of purpose tax. year’s mid-term Congressional elec- been called one of varying contrasts. hopes to “require companies to no- nize that the school extends them the my friends whose commute is now an During what has been a fairly quiet tions. Mr. McGreevey is said to be an ex- tify their customers when they are privilege of parking there. It is not an extra half an hour to 45 minutes every campaign, Republicans have attacked While Republicans are seeking a treme liberal, while Mr. Schundler a seeking a rate hike so consumers can inalienable right for them to have park- day or other friends who have no offices their opponents on everything from their third consecutive victory in the race hardcore conservative. shop around and switch companies.” or jobs to go to anymore. support for a barge-to-trash facility and for the Governor’s Office, Demo- “There is only one candidate de- He also wants a zero tolerance on To the students who will be tempo- medical waste facility in Linden to “se- crats are hoping to recapture the high- voted to fighting for New Jersey fraud by auto shops and drivers, and Houses of Worship rarily affected I offer this advice, maybe cret” decision-making behind the scenes est elective office in New Jersey. working families, and that person is wants to increase the penalties for To Help Promote you should consider carpooling or walk- due to the Democrats 9-0 majority. They have not held it since 1993, Jim McGreevey,” said McGreevey bad drivers. ing. Somehow the ninth and 10th graders Mr. Walsh explained the plan in get to the high school every day without “People are appalled that this free- when then-Governor Jim Florio was Canpaign spokesman Sean Walsh. Organ Donor Registry driving. holder board not only voted for a trash defeated by Christine Todd Whitman. Meanwhile, in the other camp, simple terms. AREA – The New Jersey Organ and Furthermore, I find it just plain irre- transfer station in Linden but in 1999 Mr. Florio’s victory in 1989 pre- David Krell, a Schundler Campaign “Jim will put drivers ahead of the Tissue Sharing Network (The Sharing sponsible to infer that any future acci- they also voted for a medical waste facil- vented three consecutive GOP wins spokesman, said, “The biggest con- auto insurance companies,” he said. Network), the state’s organ and tissue dents in the area would be the Town ity in Linden,” responded Mr. Badillo. following the two terms of former trast between the two candidates is One major issue for Mr. Schundler procurement organization, has an- Council’s fault. The Town Council is a “So they are making Union County Governor Thomas H. Kean, Sr. that Bret is a proven leader with is lowering state taxes. nounced that over 2,000 houses of wor- very dedicated group who make a lot of the waste capital of not only New Jer- This year’s race changed dramati- experience in cutting taxes.” “A major issue for us is economic ship across the state will participate in difficult decisions that are in the best sey but the United States. Coupled with cally on at least two occasions. The While the opposing campaign security. We’re in precarious times National Donor Sabbath Weekend, which interest of the entire town. Trying to the fact that Meisel Park is closed (for first time occurred on April 25, when teams boost their candidates’ superi- right now, and we need a governor who will be observed November 9 to 11. blame an accident that didn’t even occur environmental testing), these are not can lead us through this. (Bret) “On behalf of the 2,000 men, women is just wrong. Many of these council current Acting Governor Donald T. ority, the issues for which the candi- and children in New Jersey currently on members are parents themselves and environmentally-prudent freeholders,” DiFrancesco suddenly dropped out dates say they are fighting are not Schundler is that leader,” said Mr. Krell. waiting lists for life-saving transplant they fully understand how important it is he charged. of the race and opened up the Repub- always so dissimilar. Both campaigns Mr. McGreevey and Mr. Schundler operations, we thank our religious lead- to create the safest environment for all of “The issues that we have presented lican nomination to other hopefuls. report that the issue of reforming are the candidates running from the ers for their determination in helping us the children in our town. to the people are resounding with them. The favorite to take over for the teacher tenure is a major concern for major parties, but there are a variety get the word out to members of their Perhaps the parents and teachers of They are true issues that people can enigmatic exit of Mr. DiFrancesco both sides. Also, the issue of lower- of other choices for the gubernato- congregations,” said Joseph Roth, Presi- the PTSO should be teaching the stu- relate to,” Mr. Badillo stated. was Bob Franks, who entered the ing property taxes is, in some way or rial seat. dent and Chief Executive Officer of the dents to focus on the bigger picture Republicans have charged the Demo- race with Mr. DiFrancesco’s backing another, a problem that both sides Jerry Coleman is running for the non-profit organization. rather than attacking the volunteers who cratic board with receiving new Crown on April 26. want to take on. Green Party, Mark Edgerton for the The Sharing Network, based in Spring- are working hard to deal with this and Victoria automobiles just weeks after Libertarian Party, Michael Koontz field, has shipped out thousands of do- many other equally, if not more impor- However, the former Congressman Mr. McGreevey noted in campaign nor registry brochures that encourage tant, issues. the board laid off nearly 100 correc- was ousted in the GOP Primary — statements that he will “expand the for the New Jersey Conservative individuals to sign up with the New The temporary displacement of driving tions officers at the Union County Jail. which was held three weeks later than property tax freeze to include more party, Tino Rozzo for the Socialist Jersey Organ Donor Registry. privileges will give way to improved build- Democrats have defended that action, normal due to a dispute over redis- seniors,” as well as “return a portion Party and Kari Sachs for the Socialist In addition, Sharing Network volun- ing facilities which in turn will assist saying the county had to close a $12 tricting — by Jersey City Mayor and of state tax revenues directly to prop- Workers Party. teers will speak at houses of worship and current and future high school students in million shortfall in the county budget native Westfielder Bret Schundler. erty taxpayers.” Also, there are a number of inde- some members of the clergy will deliver receiving a better education. A strong edu- following the pullout by the state of its Mr. Schundler began an uphill Meanwhile, Mr. Schundler ex- pendents running, such as William a message on the subject of organ dona- cation system is one of the primary reasons inmates. They also have said the bulk battle to gain points back from plained in his statements that if he is Schluter and George Watson Jr. Mr. tion, according to Mr. Roth. why Westfield’s housing values are so of those officers, including Mr. Badillo, Woodbridge Mayor and Democratic Schluter is considered the strongest For more information on how to be- high. In my opinion, the PTSO’s com- elected, “you will get lower munici- come an organ donor or to join the New plaining about student parking is just a third-party candidate, given the fact Jersey Organ and Tissue Donor Regis- ruse for a group who wants to have their he has long represented the 23rd try, please call the Sharing Network at cake and eat it too. It’s sad, truly sad. Legislative District in Trenton. He (800) SHARE-NJ or visit currently serves in the State Senate. Bret Cummings www.sharenj.org. Westfield

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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, November 1, 2001 Page 11 McGreevey Best Choice Fanwood Library Reveals For New Jersey Governor Student View: Politics November Movie Series FANWOOD – The Fanwood Me- screwball comedy about a pair of male By JEREMY LIPSTEIN quality of teachers; requiring teach- morial Library’s has revealed its Fri- musicians hiding out from the mob in Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ers to take competency tests in the day Night Film Festival offerings for an all-girl band, will be presented on It isn’t just a coincidence that New subjects they teach. Third Party Candidates in November. All the films are free and November 2. Jersey’s need of a public advocate, Along with testing teachers, Mr. start at 7:30 p.m. in the Fanwood Room Oh Brother, Where Art Thou (2000) better schools, tax relief, and im- McGreevey wants to improve the ten- downstairs at the library, located at is planned for November 9. Loosely proved health care rank high on gu- ure system to replace bad teachers. Governors Race Still an Option North Avenue and Tillotson Road. based on Homer’s “Odyssey,” the film bernatorial candidate Jim By improving the quality of the state’s Some Like It Hot, Billy Wilder’s 1959 follows three escapees from a Missis- McGreevey’s agenda. teachers along with increasing fund- By ADAM TURNER typical politician. sippi chain gang and their encounters Mr. McGreevey has had a life-long ing for education, New Jersey’s Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times I find it funny that we have all these Church Women Plan with a variety of characters. care for the state and when elected schools will hopefully rank among Why is it that the majority of us goes opinions on corrupt politicians, who The Great Escape (1963), the offer- governor he will continue to work the nation’s highest. into a little booth on voting day and are out for their own good and never Craft Fair Saturday ing for November 16, features an all- towards improving it. Unfortunately, New Jersey is known pull that lever without being educated follow through on policies, and yet we FANWOOD – The women of the star cast in a drama dealing with the In the past several years, automobile to have some of the highest property as to what we are pulling it for? It tricks still continue to place our ballot with Fanwood Presbyterian Church, located largest Allied escape attempt from a insurance has become a huge issue in taxes in the nation, but under the me as to how such a smart country can these men on it. at the corner of South Martine and German Prisoner of War camp during New Jersey along with public utilities leadership of Mr. McGreevey the way act so ignorantly. There are Democrats Hasn’t anyone noticed our country LaGrande Avenues, will host their 14th World War II. such as gas, water, and electricity. These the state’s taxes are viewed will change and Republicans in this great nation, has changed over the last 100 years, Annual Fall Harvest of Crafts on Satur- Monty Python and the Holy Grail problems will definitely be subdued through a faster and fairer tax relief. and that’s it. You are one side or the and yet our political parties haven’t, it’s day, November 3, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (1975) is scheduled for November 30. It under Mr. McGreevey’s plan, which “I left a career as a corporate attorney other, or you’re undecided and you about time for some change. Slavery Crafters will display their wares at features five comedians performing a would re-instate the office of Public to serve my community. To me, it’s not have to choose which side to be on. deceased, women obtained rights, and more than 50 tables throughout the series of sketches in a feature-length film. Advocate to fight for lower insurance about making money - it’s about mak- Now someone explain the logic of now it’s time for third parties to arise as church’s Education Building. In addi- Shown on the library’s large screen and utility rate hikes. His plan also calls ing our state better,” says Mr. McGreevey this process to me. We would never send actual candidates for offices. Don’t say, tion, handcrafted items and gourmet television, the film series is co-sponsored for higher penalties on bad drivers to in recent campaign literature. our kids to college without studying and “My father’s father’s father was a Re- food created by the women of the church by the Friends of the Fanwood Memorial reduce rates for good ones. Protecting New Jersey residents absorbing those college books for publican,” because your father’s will be for sale at the “Country Store.” Library and made possible with the co- After running for governor in 1997, requires health care be of top quality, months in advance, and yet we will father’s father could have been a slave The traditional “Famous Lunch” will operation of Palmer Video in Scotch McGreevey confronted the auto in- which is why Mr. McGreevey wants decide who runs our powerful democ- or slave owner too, and is that what you be served in the dining room from 11:30 Plains. For more information, please call surance crisis and was able to estab- to push for more nursing home and racy because of which side the person is want to be? a.m. to 2:30 p.m. the library at (908) 322-6400. lish an auto insurance fraud prosecu- hospital inspections along with a tough on? Why don’t we leave this reasoning tor. Now insurance fraud is being HMO Patients’ Bill of Rights. Many to die hard Mets fans, you know, the brought to an all-time low, and rates New Jersey senior citizens cannot ones who actually think Rey Ordonez are decreasing. If all this could be afford high cost prescription drugs, should be starting in the majors. done out of office, imagine how much but Mr. McGreevey would provide Can someone tell me how Republi- could be done in office. more financial relief to them and make can Bret Schundler compares to Green Though many don’t want to face more seniors eligible for Pharmaceu- Party Candidate Jerry Coleman? Or the facts, New Jersey’s schools need tical Assistance to Aged and the Dis- how about the differences between improving, and with Mr. McGreevey abled (PAAD.) Democrat Jim McGreevey and Liber- at the helm the schools will be headed Mr. McGreevey’s plan will make tarian Mark Edgerton? And some of in the right direction. Mr. McGreevey New Jersey a better place to live for you lifelong Republicans probably wants to see every third grader read- everybody. After all, he has been help- couldn’t even explain Mr. Schundler’s ing at grade level or better which will ing to improve this state for years. views before you read Brittney Sander’s be done by raising the bar on the Why stop now? endorsement of the candidate right on this page. But now you have, so it’s okay to not learn about anyone else. Schundler the Right Choice No. Wrong approach. Even after I sit here and tell you why Jerry Coleman is By BRITTNEY SANDERS control at the classroom level. He also Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times states that teachers should be held the best choice for me, don’t pick him just because of what I tell you; go find If you are in favor of reforming accountable for their actions. public education, lowering New Jer- out what’s best for you (a Website you As a future property owner I would may use is www.politics1.com/nj). sey property taxes, and getting rid of like to see property taxes go down. the parkway tolls, Bret Schundler is I promise you, third party candi- One of Mr. Schundler’s proposed ideas dates aren’t evil, vile beings that come your candidate for the 2001 guberna- would be to lower New Jersey’s prop- torial election. out from the closet at night to eat your erty taxes by saying “no” to the spe- children, most of them are just as quali- One of Mr. Schundler’s proposals cial interests wanting to take our state is to offer parents a $500 per child tax fied as the next guy. After much search- tax dollars. This will help New Jersey’s ing and investigating, almost as much credit in order to put $223 million of municipalities lower your property as my mom has done on the best col- education spending directly into the tax bill. lege for me (actually not even close), I pockets of parents. New Jersey has one of the highest have found out the best candidate for This proposal would also save the property taxes in the United States. me. And now that I’m 18, and can vote, state $50 million in education fund- Also, New Jersey citizens are paying I did my American duty and will vote ing. The $500 tax credit would be a higher percentage of their income to fully educated for Jerry Coleman. used to compensate for the out of the state government than ever be- Mr. Coleman exemplifies what the pocket money spent for school sup- fore. Mr. Schundler will index New Green Party is, and what he can do for plies, reference materials, tutoring, or Jersey’s income tax rates, so inflation New Jersey is more than Mr. Schundler private tuition. does not automatically force taxpay- and Mr. McGreevey showed me com- This credit would be available to ers into higher tax brackets. bined. Some of his main concerns, that parents whose children attend public, As a frequent parkway driver I are given in an easy list on his Website, private, or charter schools, or who home- would like to see tolls on the parkway are: school their children. I think Schundler eliminated. The drive to the shore -Increase funding for business start- says it best, saying, “I believe that when should be an hour drive at the maxi- up and job development. it comes to reforming public education, mum, but anyone that has done that -Change run down buildings into we need to put parents back into the drive, especially on a holiday week- decent affordable housing. driver’s seat, and better spend the money end knows that it becomes a parking -End racial profiling by police de- we already have.” lot around the tollbooths. Tollbooths partments and establishing police citi- Bret Schundler is also fighting for are not only dangerous, they are ex- zen review boards. tenure reform, to replace ineffective pensive, and cause traffic jams fre- -Clean up the environment. teachers. I can recall a few classes quently and add to pollution. -Keep funding for the continual im- where the only reason that teacher Bret Schundler has the courage to provement of our school systems. had a job was because of tenure. stand up for what he believes in. He This is a man who has municipality If you have an ineffective teacher has new ideas for New Jersey’s future experience, serving two terms as a the students become frustrated and and a plan for success. For more Rahway City Councilman and then bored with the subject. Mr. Schundler information on Bret Schundler go to being voted in as Council President. I feels that that we have to take more www.Bret2001.com. can trust a man like this more than the

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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 12 Thursday, November 1, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Mr. and Mrs. DiNizo Celebrate 50th Wedding Anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Frank DiNizo of Patrick, Eddie, Robert, Anthony, Scotch Plains celebrated their 50th Blake and Evan, and a granddaugh- wedding anniversary on Friday, Oc- ter, Valerie Jean. tober 26. In addition, Mr. and Mrs. DiNizo A lifelong Scotch Plains resident, have been active in UNICO and vari- Mr. DiNizo and the former Miss ous other charities for most of their Eileen Famularo of South Plainfield married life. were married on October 26, 1951. Mr. DiNizo is the owner of Cindy Author-Sailor to Visit Pools on Route 22 in Watchung. A graduate of Scotch Plains-Fanwood Westfield Library High School, he also just recently WESTFIELD – The Friends of the attended his 50th class reunion. Westfield Memorial Library has in- The couple’s family includes their vited the public to hear David Shaw, four daughters and sons-in-law, Fran a Westfield author and sailor, discuss Topaz and Pat Tumblety of Hamilton his book “Flying Cloud” on Wednes- Square; Duber and Angelo Parenti of day, November 14, at 7:30 p.m. in Clark; Cathy and Ed Budzinski and the Program Room. Tricia and Bob Moskal, all of Scotch Refreshments will be provided People for Animals Plans Plains; seven grandsons, John, from 7 to 7:30 p.m. The author will also be available that evening for Pet Adoption Saturday informal conversation and book sign- Nolde and Gonzalez ing. Books will be on hand for pur- GARWOOD — People for Ani- Shopping Mall. chase if desired. mals, a nonprofit animal welfare or- Cats and kittens will be available for Welcome Son, “Flying Cloud: The True Story of ganization serving New Jersey, will adoption, among them “Topaz,” a five- America’s Most Famous Clipper Ship sponsor a pet adoption event this month-old white kitten with a little Mateo Sebastian and the Woman Who Guided Her” Saturday, November 3, from 2 to 6 gray on the top of his head. Described Clarissa Nolde and Gonzalo details the maiden voyage of the tall p.m. at the PETVALU store at 300 as playful, he is neutered, current with Gonzalez Vazquez of Garwood have ship which set a speed record of 89 South Avenue, Garwood, in the Kings his vaccinations and has tested nega- announced the birth of their son, days from New York to San Fran- tive for FIV and feline leukemia. Mateo Sebastian Gonzalez-Nolde, on cisco in 1851. The record stood un- Gotsches Welcome To adopt or for further informa- Tuesday, August 21, at Overlook broken until 1989. tion, please call (908) 688-1073 and Hospital in Summit. The woman of the title, Eleanor press 8 for cat adoption, or visit Mateo weighed 8 pounds and 6 Creesy, was unique among captains’ Son, Jack Spencer www.pfa.petfinder.org. ounces and measured 21½ inches in wives in that she served as navigator Andrea and Rolfe Gotsch of Foster homes are also needed for length at birth. continually on voyages during which Ridgewood have announced the birth many cats and dogs. Interested indi- He joins his sister, Sofia Maria. her husband had command. of their son, Jack Spencer Gotsch, on viduals are asked to call (908) 688- Carol and Frank Nolde of Westfield The author of six books and more Monday, October 15, at 6:21 p.m. at 1073 and press 1 for dog fostering or are the baby’s maternal grandpar- than 700 articles, Mr. Shaw also spent The Valley Hospital in Ridgewood. 8 for cat fostering. ents. four years in the early 1990s sailing Jack weighed 6 pounds and 12 Mateo’s paternal grandparents are solo through the major waterways of ounces and measured 20 inches in Mr. Cashman to Tell Maria de los Angeles Vazquez Perez the northeast. He has earned his sail- length at birth. Historical Society of Oviedo, Spain, and the late Fran- ing distinctions despite severe visual The baby’s maternal grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Frank DiNizo cisco Gonzalez del Valle. limitations. are Rosalie and Joseph DeRosa of About Old New York Westfield. Paula and John Gotsch, also of WESTFIELD – A history of Old The Presbyterian Church in Westfield Westfield, are his paternal grandpar- New York in lower Manhattan, from ents. the 17th century period of the Dutch 140 Mountain Avenue to the 20th century capitol of world Library to Commence finance, will be presented in a slide All Saints Music Vespers and lecture forum by Westfield resi- Book Drive Today dent Michael Cashman to the For The WESTFIELD – The Westfield Westfield Historical Society on Fri- SundayCLEARANCE! After All Saints Day Memorial Library will begin its an- day, November 9, at 7:30 p.m. in the nual “Books for Kids” book dona- Community Room of the Westfield Sunday, November 4 7:30 PM tion drive today, Thursday, Novem- Municipal Building. ber 1, with contributors asked to “This program was scheduled be- bring new books to the library’s col- fore the events of September 11,” said “Requiem, Opus 48” lection box. Bob Miller, Program Chairman. Gabriel Faure’ Books will be presented to disad- “Michael Cashman’s talk will include vantaged children during the holiday slides of historic places and buildings “Lord, Thou Hast Been Our Refuge” season and throughout the year. of lower Manhattan, as well as the Books for children from preschool to American giants who walked these Ralph Vaughan Williams age 14 are needed. streets and were so instrumental in Begun in 1991, “Books for Kids” making the United States what it is.” “Beati Quorum Via” is a statewide program sponsored by Mr. Cashman worked in the finan- 121 East Broad Street, Westfield, NJ 908.233.4492 the New Jersey Library Association’s cial district for 30 years as a Vice Charles Villers Stanford Children’s Services Section. President, first at Citibank and later Book donations will be accepted at Chase Manhattan. The Chancel Choir through Monday, December 3. The The program is free and open to library is located at 550 East Broad the public. Light refreshments will Featuring Soloists, Harp and Organ Street in Westfield. For more infor- be served at the end of the program. mation, please call the Children’s In the Sanctuary A Freewill Offering Will Be Accepted Department at (908) 789-4090. Caregivers Meeting On Tap at St. Helen’s WESTFIELD – A support group for those caring for elderly or chroni- cally ill loved ones meets on the first
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4-- Annual donations from the club QUEEN set 1070 $549 QUEEN set 1430 $749 QUEEN set 2170 $1099 · KING set 1510 $799 KING set 2160 $1099 KING set 3070 $1599 Long Distance were recently presented at the · Voice Mail Hetfield House on Constitution Plaza. · Call Waiting Accepting the checks from club Presi- dent Ruth Goense were representa- tives of Mountainside’s volunteer Fire Valley Furniture Shop Department and Rescue Squad and Exquisite 18th Century Reproductions the Hetfield House. A donation was also given to the 20 Stirling Road 33 Forest Avenue OWNER OPERATED · SERVING UNION CO. Mountainside Lions Club for Christ- Watchung, NJ 07060 Hawthorne, NJ 07506 mas tree lights. (908)756-7623 (973)427-1848 15 East Broad St. Westfield, NJ Guests are always welcome at club Sale Hours - Monday-Friday 10:00-9:00 • Saturday 10:00-5:30 • Sunday 1-5 908.654.6440 Fax: 908.654.6441 meetings. For reservations, please call (908) 232-3626. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, November 1, 2001 Page 13 Health Fair Open to Residents Of Several Local Communities AREA – Residents of Westfield, free samples. Fanwood and Mountainside may at- In addition, there will be a Labora- tend a Health Fair on Saturday, No- tory Blood Testing program avail- vember 3, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at able, for which registration is re- Roselle Park High School in Roselle quired. Park. Tests available at the following Sponsored by the Roselle Park costs include: Smac-26 with differ- Board of Health, in conjunction with ential, $17; TSH, $10; T4, $5; RH the Westfield Regional Health De- Factor, $10; Sed Rate, $10; Total partment, the program will include a Iron, $5; PSA, $30, and Urine Analy- variety of free services. sis, $5. They will include flu vaccinations; The health fair is also open to physician consultations; screenings residents of Roselle Park, Garwood for blood sugar, blood pressure, ane- and Springfield. For information on mia, hearing and vision; local hospi- registration for the laboratory tests, tal screening exams; pulmonary func- please call the Health Department at (908) 789-4070. tion testing; body fat analysis and PUMPKIN PICKERS...On October 13, the Obsidians had a fun-filled after- noon at William’s Nursery in Westfield. Both adults and youth enjoyed picking Scotch Plains Recreation Events pumpkins, pony rides and a “scary-scary” hayride. For more information about club activities, please contact Carol Mercer at (908) 654-1840. Coaches Certification Program, day, December 11. The bus will Wednesday, November 7, 7 p.m., depart from the Green Forest Park Multi-Purpose Room, Scotch parking lot at 3 p.m. for the 5 p.m. Center for Women Reveals Plains-Fanwood High School. performance. This Coaches Safety Training The bus will return to Scotch Program will be conducted with Plains immediately following the Date for Financial Seminar the cooperation of the Rutgers show. Residents and non-residents Youth Sports Council. The three- alike may register through Friday, SCOTCH PLAINS – The Center help individuals achieve financial hour session meets the require- November 9. The cost is $55 per for Women and Families (CWF) will security and fund their goals. ments to indemnify coaches for ticket for residents and $60 for hold a free Community Education Participants are asked to register liability under Little League laws. non-residents. Tickets will be sold Workshop, entitled “Smart Women in advance to ensure a spot. While Pre-registration is required. on a first-come, first-served basis. Finish Rich,” based on the book by the program is free, a $10 donation is Residents may call the Scotch Scotch Plains-Fanwood Raiders David Bach, on Wednesday, Novem- suggested to help the agency fund Plains Recreation Department to Wrestling Club. ber 7, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at 1801 future services and workshops. register. There is a $25.50 fee for The club is open to boys, kinder- East Second Street in Scotch Plains. The Center for Women and Families non-residents, which must be paid garten through sixth grade. Terry Drogin, a financial advisor is a private, non-profit United Way at the session. An instructional program, wres- with Morgan Stanley, will be the member agency offering low-cost in- Family Chemical Wizardry Work- tlers are grouped according to age, featured speaker at the workshop, dividual counseling; legal consulta- shop, 2 to 4 p.m., Sunday, Decem- weight and skill level. Competi- which will outline seven steps to tions; self-help support groups and ber 9, Scotch Plains-Fanwood High tion also includes matches set up peer groups for children coping with School Cafeteria. with other area teams. For further Area Rabbi to Present separation or divorce; counseling and The workshop will feature hands- details, please call Mike Ridge at support for families managing chil- on activities and dynamic chemistry (908) 889-5030. Lecture Series About dren with developmental disabilities; demonstrations for children in grades Central Jersey Midget Wrestling. Reform Judaism Issues help-line referrals and other services. 1 through 6. Parents can participate This league is designed for chil- Volunteer opportunities are available. PLAINFIELD – Rabbi Joel N. To register for the workshop or in this program, which will feature dren in kindergarten through sec- Abraham, the spiritual leader of making a glob from glue, copper ond grade. It will be held one night for more information about the cen- CLEARANCE! Temple Sholom in Plainfield, will ter, its services and volunteer op- coat nickels with electricity or col- per week for eight nights, from give a series of three lectures on lapsing a can with just air. January to February. For more in- portunities, please call (908) 322- successive Sunday mornings called 6007 or email requests to The cost is $15 for residents and formation, please call Mike Ridge “Current Challenges Facing Us As $20 for non-residents. Registra- at (908) 889-5030. [email protected]. Reform Jews.” Additional information may be tion is taking place in the Recre- Fall Basketball Program. The lecture dates and topics in- ation Office through Friday, No- Parent volunteer coaches are found at clude “The ‘Ger’ (Stranger or Con- www.centerforwomenandfamilies.org. vember 9. needed for the upcoming season. vert) in Our Midst,” on November 4; Radio City Tickets Are Now On Please call the Recreation Office at “Same Sex Marriage: Welcoming the Sale (908) 322-6700, extension no. 221, Same Sex Couple Into Our Congre- Irritable Bowel Group The Scotch Plains Recreation for further details. Practices and gation,” on November 11, and “Is Commission is sponsoring a trip to games will be held on Tuesdays Reform Judaism Losing ‘Reform?’” To Meet Tomorrow Radio City Music Hall on Tues- and/or Thursday evenings. on November 18. AREA – A meeting of the support These programs, part of the adult group for individuals with Irritable education offerings at Temple Bowel Syndrome tomorrow, Friday, Sholom, are free and open to the November 2, from 7 to 8 p.m. in public. Lectures will begin at 10:30 Conference Room 1 of Overlook a.m. and will be preceded by a light Hospital in Summit. bagel breakfast starting at 9:30 a.m. Dr. Saad Habba, a physician in Temple Sholom is located at 815 internal medicine and gastroenterol- West Seventh Street in Plainfield. ogy at Overlook Hospital, will speak Parking is available off of Grant Street to the group. Strategy Class to be Offered in the temple lot. Babysitting can be The group is free and parking is arranged in advance for Sunday available in the Overlook Hospital mornings by calling Miriam Levy at garage. For more information, please On Stock Market Investing (908) 756-2523. For further infor- call the New Jersey Self-Help Clear- mation, please call (908) 756-6447. ing House at (800) 367-6274. WESTFIELD — Rutgers Coop- success. Resources and techniques erative Extension of Union County for stock or mutual fund selection will offer a strategy class in stock portfolio diversification and invest- market investing on Thursday, No- ment timing will be discussed. vember 8, from 7 to 9 p.m. in the There will be a $5 fee for mate- County Administration Building, rials, collected at the door. Regis- first floor auditorium, located at tration is necessary and may be 300 North Avenue, East, in done by calling Cathy Forsythe, Westfield. Family and Consumer Sciences Stars And Stripes Forever. Dr. Erica Fried, who holds a Mas- Secretary, Rutgers Cooperative ter of Business Administration De- Extension of Union County, at (908) But Not This Special Event. gree, will conduct the seminar. 654-9854 between 8:30 a.m. and 4 Participants will be told about p.m., Monday through Friday. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN however, was the enthusiasm and come out as strong as we would like Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times determination of each team. to but we got the results we wanted, The sun appears yellow, bananas Despite being the recipients of all maybe not the way we planned it but are yellow and daffodils are a pretty eight yellow cards and one red card it’s a win,” said Raider spokesman shade of yellow, but the eight yellow issued to Head Coach Tom Hensal. cards that were flickered during the Breznitsky, the Raiders endured a “I couldn’t be more proud of my Union County boys’ soccer semifi- persistent Blue Devil attack to grab a guys,” said Blue Devil Head Coach nal game between Westfield and 2-1 double-overtime, sudden victory, George Kapner. “We played a great Scotch Plains-Fanwood at Kean Uni- when junior striker Jeff Hensal game, a very skilled game. I hate this versity in Union on October 28 were rippled the net with 7:19 left. word but we were unlucky today. anything but pretty. What was pretty, “It was a great game. We didn’t I’ve got to give the Scotch Plains kids a lot of credit. They played hard and made the best of an opportunity late in the game.” With just a few yellow cards given in the first half, the fervor intensified midway through the second half, David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times blossoming six more. Added involve- RAIDER ‘WILD DOGS’ GIVING CHASE...Raiders Matt Loomis, No. 53, and Andrew Pavoni, No. 33, chase after ment and protesting from coach slippery Plainfield Cardinal quarterback Amir Dixon. The 15th-ranked Cardinals won a 34-27 thriller over Breznitsky earned him his red card the Raiders. and rejection from the field of play. If time of possession counted, the edge would have gone to Westfield but the ball must go in the net. Raider SCHILLER PASSES, RUNS, CATCHES TOUCHDOWNS goalie Ricky Fleissner made five saves in regulation and saw to it that the only goal was made on a penalty shot – an obvious handball in the box – by senior No. 15 Cardinals Grab 34-27 Dan Caprario with less than three min- utes remaining in regulation. “Ricky definitely had a great game. He came up big for us today. He was Win Over Raider Gridders unlucky with the penalty kick but there is nothing you can really do with that,” explained Hensal. By DAVID B. CORBIN yards on 20 carries and had a two- game clincher came when Jameel Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times yard TD run. Wide receiver Steve David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times The Raiders got off the most dan- Griffin scooted 70 yards to set up the TAYLOR COLE USING HIS HEAD...Raider Taylor Cole, No. 21, heads the gerous shots, especially toward the Take two well-coached football Williams had a huge day with six winning TD. ball back toward Blue Devil territory as Blue Devil striker Dan Lynes converges. CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 teams, two teams with very talented receptions for 126 yards and Ray “We laid it on the line,” said Raider athletes and two teams that do not Williams had four receptions for 50 Head Coach Steve Ciccotelli. “You give up, and what do you get? You yards, including a fantastic 28-yard don’t always win. The thing that we HALSEY RUSHES 159 YARDS FOR 1 TD, GRABS TD PASS get a thriller. TD reception. look for is effort, and we played Plainfield, ranked 15th, saw a 14- Josh Wexler had a fumble recov- hard. I’m proud to be their coach.” point half time lead extinguished by ery, an interception and led the Raid- The Raiders marched 81 yards to a determined Scotch Plains-Fanwood ers with 13 tackles. Andrew Pavoni the end zone on five plays thanks to Minutemen Footballers Chill team, but caught the breaks at the made 11 tackles, Matt Loomis had a 55-yard Schiller to Steve Williams right time to edge the Raiders, 34- 10 and Adam Bendik had nine. reception which placed the ball on 27, in Plainfield on October 27. Fail- Wesley Warchol had a fumble recov- the Cardinal 25. After moving to the ure to convert on a first-and-ten from ery. 13, chicanery came into play when the Plainfield 14-yard line with the Credit must be given to the tricky Schiller pitched out to Adams, drifted Stunned Blue Devils, 28-0 score tied 27-27 shifted the momen- Cardinal offensive led by deceptive to the end zone and caught Adams’ tum and cost the 5-2 Raiders a mild quarterback Amir Dixon, who had pass with 9:30 left in the first quarter. By DAVID B. CORBIN yards rushing in the second half. They were very physical and very upset. TD runs of 16, 18 and four yards and After the Raiders’ offense went Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Westfield managed only three first well drilled, very fundamental. They Raider quarterback Brian Schiller passed for one TD. Dixon also had 17 flat, the Cardinals took advantage Minuteman Ibrahim Halsey proved downs in the first half and had pos- don’t do a lot of things different on hit 14 of 27 passes for 190 yards, rushes for 144 yards – 104 in the first two minutes into the second quarter that he is one of the premier running session of the ball for only five plays defense. They have pretty much one including one touchdown (TD) and half. Senior 240-pound fullback when Dixon scored from the 16. The backs in the state and No. 2 Elizabeth in the third quarter. Junior tight end look and they play it really, really two interceptions, ran for a four-yard Kevin Wright needed no tricks as he PAT failed. With 3:39 left in the half, lived up to its lofty status by stopping Brian Butts made the only impres- well.” TD and had a 13-yard TD reception. bashed for 105 yards, including a 57- Dixon scored from the 18. Wright the Westfield High School football sive offensive play with a diving grab On the other hand, the Blue Devil Halfback Kyle Adams, who had a yard TD rumble, on nine carries. The CONTINUED ON PAGE 17 team in its tracks, 28-0, at Williams of quarterback Louis Mercer’s pass, defense got more than its share of 71-yard kickoff return, rushed for 82 Field in Elizabeth on October 26. good for 25 yards. playing time. Linebackers Terrence The 7-0 Minutemen amassed 250 “Their defense was tremendous,” Jenkins and Matt Daly led in tackles yards rushing and 73 yards passing – acknowledged Blue Devil Head with nine and defensive end Matt Halsey accounted for 159 rushing Coach Ed Tranchina. “They are Brinkman had seven while lineback- yards with one rushing touchdown ranked number two in the state and, ers Butts and Matt Andzell had six (TD) and a 49-yard TD reception. when you see them in person, you each. Defensive back Jim McKeon The 5-2 Blue Devils’ failed to es- can understand why. They were very and safety Jay Cook each made five tablish any offensive punch, scrap- dominating. We couldn’t generate tackles. ing up just 23 yards rushing and 26 any offense against them. They were With so much opportunity on de- yards passing in the first half and 39 so fast but it was not only their speed. CONTINUED ON PAGE 17

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times NECESSARY TO MAKE GANG TACKLES ON THE MINUTEMEN...To stop the mighty Minutemen, it was necessary for the Blue Devils to tackle en masse. Blue Devils Chris MacKay, No. 77, Matt Brinkman, No. 65, Bob Wilt, No. 81, and Matt Daly, No. 1, try to stop a Minuteman.

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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 16 Thursday, November 1, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION SCHULTZ STRIKES GOLD TWICE, ADDS AN ASSIST Soccer Blue Devils Penetrate Cougar Boys’ Lair, Win 3-0

By DAVID B. CORBIN Schultz in the middle. Schultz drilled “Coach is always telling us to shoot Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times a shot that was tipped slightly by and shoot more. That’s how you score Junior striker Billy Schultz was on goalie Brian Woglon but the ball goals. So I figured that I would take the mark, scored two goals and as- embedded into the upper center of a shot and it was lucky enough to go sisted on another to lead the red-hot, the net with just 12:09 off the clock. in,” chuckled Schultz. 12-4 Westfield High School boys’ “Duff and I like to play unselfishly More complex offensive maneu- soccer team to a 3-0 victory over the together, giving each other the ball,” vers came and the Tomasso brothers, Cranford Cougars (4-10-2) in said Schultz. “When we find each senior Anthony and sophomore Lee, Cranford on October 24. Since drop- other open, we get the ball to each got into the act. As Lau brought the ping their opening game to a surpris- other. Works good!” ball down the right side, Lee Tomasso ingly strong Linden team, the Blue One minute and nine seconds later drifted into the center and Schultz Devils have been steadily improv- with Woglon hovering about seven slipped to the left side. Lau crossed ing. yards in front of the net, Schultz David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times to Lee, who skid the ball to Schultz, Blue Devil Billy Schultz Raider Mike Hessemer “We have reached who in turn ripped a a good point. The dangerous shot to- David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times whole team is play- ward the goal. Mo- Blue Devil Lee Tomasso ing well. This is two ments later, Anthony Raider Win Sudden Victory; games in-a-row that Tomasso penetrated we went out and took from the left corner County High School it to another team, and zipped the ball Top Soccer Devils, 2-1, in OT put goals in and took into the diving Volleyball Results: CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15 a lot of pressure off,” goalie’s hands. OCTOBER 24: commented Blue “The advantage Scotch Plains-Fanwood over M. X. Devil strikers Lee Tomasso, Dave Devil Head Coach we had today was Shabazz, 15-13, 4-15, 15-11 end of regulation, but Blue Devil George Kapner. goalie Kevin Cutro was equally ef- Santoriello and Billy Schultz Dan Caprario, who Tiffany Kane had six service points launched a barrage of shots that barely The Cougars had been hurt since and Julianne Buro notched three kills fective, making five saves. The Raid- brought the attack to ers’ only goal came on a penalty kick missed the mark. The intensity was the Scotch Plains for the 6-9 Raiders. evident when Lee Tomasso and the Blue Devils’ turf game. We put him in when sophomore Ryan Breznitsky early, dominating Westfield over Cranford, 15-10, ripped a shot into the upper right- Fleissner collided while converging the midfield, releas- 15-11 on a loose ball. for nearly 10 min- ing Lee to go to the center of the net with 17:55 left. utes. The closest The 14-4 Blue Devils claimed the Ten minutes into the first half, The best scoring opportunity of front again,” pointed Watchung Conference title. Cari the first half came with 4:10 left they came to scor- out Kapner. “That Raider Ricardo Arocha penetrated ing, however, was Rock hammered 11 kills, Sam Sa the middle and skid a shot that al- when Hensal, on a breakaway, sped gave me more com- notched seven kills and had two down the middle and drilled a shot when Brian Gemmel binations up front.” lowed Cutro to make a great save. In brought the ball to- blocks and Sam Borque-Trieff had the final 10 minutes of the half, Blue only four yards from Cutro, who Not finished, the 13 assists. made the right decision and smoth- ward the left corner fury continued in the and sent a shot into COUNTY TOURNEY: PUBLIC NOTICE ered the ball. Moments later, Raider second half as Blue the box to striker Ed Devils surrounded Roselle Catholic over Elizabeth, Taylor Cole was in fine position to David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times 15-17, 15-12, 15-1 SHERIFF’S SALE score but defenseman Adam Yoffie Aranzazy, who TRYING TO GET POSITION ON A COUGAR...Blue Devil midfielder the Cougars’ lair. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, The eighth-seeded, 11-6, Lions strategically headed him off. failed to get a good Andrew Tucker, No. 17, battles for position with a Cougar. Schultz whacked a CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, foot on it. shot just over the rattled the top-seeded, 10-3 Lady DOCKET NO. F-9876-00 Immediately, after the start of the Minutemen in game 2 and broke UNION COUNTY SAVINGS BANK, second half, Raider Ray DiNizo Quickly, the momentum changed launched a bullet from 40 yards out crossbar. Anthony Tomasso forced their spirits in game 3 of the PLAINTIFF vs. FERNANDO W. zipped a shot that forced Cutro to and stayed when Blue Devil senior that sailed over Woglon’s reach and goalie Woglon to his stomach again VILLEGAS, ET AL., DEFENDANT. quarterfinals. Aimee Calleja had 14 make a nice leaping save; however, striker Duffy Lau brought the ball into the upper left of the net, upping and senior striker Dave Santoriello CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, down the right side and crossed to the score to 2-0. service points, seven kills and a block. DATED AUGUST 02, 2001 FOR SALE OF the Blue Devils regained the offen- whizzed a 30-yard shot, forcing MORTGAGED PREMISES. sive. Senior Duffy Lau missed just Woglon to make another fine save. OCTOBER 25: By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- left on a breakaway, then later crossed County High School The incessant pressure paid off Union Catholic over Roselle Catho- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale Chatham Staggers 11:24 into the second half when by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- to Schultz deep in the box. Unfortu- lic, 15-2, 15-9 ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 nately, Schultz kicked but missed the Field Hockey: Schultz broke away on the right, Jen Monroy hammered 12 kills Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- ball. Soccer Raiders drawing Woglon toward him. Schultz and Kathy Babicz had 16 assists and sey on WEDNESDAY THE 7TH DAY OF With 7:19 left in the second over- OCTOBER 25: slid a slow roller to the left where three kills for the 15-2, No. 2 Vi- NOVEMBER A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in The Chatham High School boys’ time, Hensal and Cutro converged Westfield 1, Watchung Hills 0 Santoriello tapped the ball into the kings. the afternoon of said day. All successful Christina Popola rippled the net soccer team recently has had the vacated goal from three yards out. bidders must have 20% of their bid available on a loose ball about 12 yards from Scotch Plains-Fanwood boys’ num- Rahway over Mother Seton, 15-7, in cash or certified check at the conclusion with 3:20 remaining in the first half “The goalie came out and I knew the goal. Hensal got to it first and ber. The Cougars, who knocked the 15-6 of the sales. banged a left-footed shot into the to boost Westfield to 8-3-2. Blue that Dave was going to be at the far The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED Raiders from the ranks of the unde- Thasha Blanc had 13 service points net. Devil Molly Gibbons made eight post. So I just tried to push it by the THIRTY NINE THOUSAND FOUR-HUN- saves. feated last year, did it again with a 2- goalie so Dave could tap it in,” ex- and Junie Jean-Marie had seven ser- DRED NINETY TWO & 43/100 “It wasn’t my strong foot but that’s 1 victory in Chatham on October 26. vice points, seven assists and five ($139,492.43). what I had,” described Hensal. “He Westfield 1 0 1 plained Schultz. The property to be sold is located in the Watchung Hills 0 0 0 Junior Taylor Cole put the Raiders “Billy was phenomenal. The first digs for the 14-2 Indians. city of Elizabeth in the County of Union, came out for the ball, I got there first in front, 1-0, 17 minutes into the and I knocked it over the top of the OCTOBER 26: goal was a wonderful team play be- COUNTY TOURNEY: New Jersey. game but Cougar Tom Fox nailed a cause we put stuff together. The sec- OCTOBER 26: Commonly known as: 326-328 Second defense and in the goal.” Governor Livingston 2, Roselle header into the net with five minutes Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07206 ond goal, you don’t see too many of Union Catholic over New Provi- Neither team gave up. “It was a Park 0 remaining in the half. With eight Tax Lot No. 1 in Block No. 785 great high school battle,” said Kapner. Jenna Blasi and Jen Hauser netted those. And the third goal was all dence, 15-2, 15-4 Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 50 minutes left in the game, Chris goals for the 4-12 Highlanders. Billy, setting it up and then laying it Jackie Monroy notched 13 kills feet wide by 75 feet long Westfield 0 1 0 0 1 Keating took a feed from Fox and across to David,” said Kapner. and had two digs for the No. 2 Vi- Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the south- Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 0 1 0 1 2 Katrina Blasi made 14 stops. ripped it in the net for the winner. westerly sideline of Second Avenue 75.00 Keeper Kevin Cutro made four kings as they unsettled the Pioneers Chatham improved to 11-5 while the feet from the southeasterly line of Lt. Glenn PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE saves in earning his ninth shutout. to advance to the semifinals. Katie Zamorski Drive. (formerly know Street). Raiders dipped to 17-1. Backup keeper Gil Arbitsman made Seamon had six kills, two digs and There is due approximately the sum of BOROUGH OF FANWOOD ONE-HUNDRED FORTY SIX THOUSAND Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 1 0 1 one fine save on a corner kick to two aces. Chatham 1 1 2 THREE-HUNDRED FORTY SIX & 13/100 AUCTION preserve the shutout. Rahway over Cranford, 15-6, ($146,346.13) together with lawful interest The Borough of Fanwood will conduct an auction on Saturday, November 3, 2001, Public Westfield 2 1 3 15-13 and costs. Works Garage, Fanwood Place, Fanwood, New Jersey. Auction hours to begin at 10 A.M. PUBLIC NOTICE Cranford 0 0 0 There is a full legal description on file in to Noon (Preview at 9 A.M.). Items for sale include but are not limited to the following: Third-seeded 11-2 Rahway was the Union County Sheriff’s Office. NOTICE TO CREDITORS led by Junie Jean-Marie, who had 12 • 1995 Chevrolet Caprice Police Vehicle, 4 Door Automobile, Car No. 126, The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Estate of: JANE C. BENDER, Deceased. Serial No. 1G1BL52P5SR185130 www.goleader.com service points, 11 assists, two kills this sale. Pursuant to the order of James S. LaCorte, Odometer reads: 83,487, Reserve: $2,000. and two digs. RALPH FROEHLICH Surrogate of the County of Union, made on SHERIFF • 1999 Ford Police Vehicle, 4 Door Automobile, Car No. 136, the 26TH day of OCTOBER, A.D., 2001, PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE ZUCKER GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, Serial No. ZFAFP71W2XX204298 upon the application of the undersigned, as ATTORNEYS Odometer Reads: 53,525, Reserve: $4,000. EXECUTOR of the estate of said deceased, ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 1139 Spruce Drive notice is hereby given to the creditors of said • 1965 MACK Fire Truck BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE PO Box 1024 deceased to exhibit to the subscriber under Serial No. 13177 SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 oath or affirmation their claims and de- Odometer Reads: 20,677, Reserve: $200.00 UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY 1-908-233-8500 mands against the estate of said deceased File No.: XFZ L 42703 The police vehicles and fire truck can be inspected at the Police Department Parking lot, within six months from the date of said NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on November 12, 2001 AT 2:00 P.M. sealed bids will CH-756171 (WL) 75 North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey on 11/2/01, 9 AM - 3 PM. order, or they will be forever barred from be received, open and read in public by the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education at 4 T - 10/11, 10/18, 10/25 prosecuting or recovering the same against the office of the Business Administrator at Evergreen Avenue & Cedar Street, Scotch Plains, • Bicycles, office furniture and equipment (Pitney Bowes 9332 Copier, fax machine, & 11/1/01 Fee: $193.80 the subscriber. New Jersey 07076 for the following: printers) assorted found property. DIANE P. BENDER, SCHOOL ROUTE BS – Evergreen (wheelchair) PUBLIC NOTICE Payment is to be made in cash or certified check. A/K/A DIANE P. WRIGHT The right is reserved by the Mayor and Council to reject any or all bids and waive any EXECUTOR Specifications and full information may be obtained upon request at the Business Office SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY informalities if deemed to be in the best interest of the Borough to do so. ATTORNEY of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education, Evergreen Avenue & Cedar Street, DOCKET NO. F-14656-01 Eleanor McGovern NICHOLS, THOMSON, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANTS Borough Clerk PEEK & PHELAN BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION STATE OF NEW JERSEY: 2 T – 10/25 & 11/1/01, The Times Fee: $99.96 210 ORCHARD STREET OF THE SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT P.O. BOX 2038 To: MARCELYN E. CARNEGIE UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY 07091 Anthony Del Sordi You are hereby summoned and required to 1 T – 11/01/01, The Leader Fee: $22.44 Board Secretary serve upon Parker, McCay & Criscuolo, SHERIFF’S SALE SHERIFF’S SALE 1 T – 11/01/01, The Times Fee: $36.72 plaintiff’s attorneys, whose address is 1701 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, PUBLIC NOTICE Route 70 East, Cherry Hill, New Jersey CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 08034, an answer to the Complaint and any DOCKET NO. F-9148-01 DOCKET NO. F-10560-00 SHERIFF’S SALE Amendments thereof filed in a civil action, in WELLS FARGO HOME MORT- CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SHERIFF’S SALE SHERIFF’S SALE which Citifinancial Mortgage Company, Inc. GAGE, INC., PLAINTIFF vs. FANNY CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. MARIA CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, is the plaintiff, and defendants are Rose M. LOZA, DEFENDANT. MIKHAIL, DEFENDANT. DOCKET NO. F-4867-99 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Carnegie, et als., pending in the Superior CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, LONG BEACH MORTGAGE COM- DOCKET NO. F-5502-01 DOCKET NO. F-10333-99 Court of New Jersey, Chancery Division, DATED AUGUST 07, 2001 FOR SALE OF DATED MARCH 09, 2001 FOR SALE OF PANY, PLAINTIFF vs. TERESA HOMESIDE LENDING, INC., PLAINTIFF GREENPOINT MORTGAGE COR- Union County and bearing the Docket No. F- MORTGAGED PREMISES. MORTGAGED PREMISES. TORRES; JOHN DOE, HUSBAND OF vs. GUSTAVO A. MANRIQUE AND ROSA PORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. ANA 14656-01 within 35 days after November 1, By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- TERESA, DEFENDANT. MANRIQUE, ET ALS, DEFENDANT. LUCIA RAMIREZ A/K/A ANNA, ET 2001, exclusive of such date. If you fail to do ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, AL., DEFENDANT. so, judgment by default may be rendered by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- DATED SEPTEMBER 21, 1999 FOR SALE DATED AUGUST 03, 2001 FOR SALE OF CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, against you for the relief demanded in the ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. MORTGAGED PREMISES. DATED OCTOBER 03, 2000 FOR SALE Complaint and Amendment, if any. You shall Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. file an answer and proof of service in dupli- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 7TH DAY OF sey on WEDNESDAY THE 28TH DAY OF ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- cate with the Clerk of the Superior Court, NOVEMBER A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in NOVEMBER A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale Hughes Justice Complex, C.N. 971, Tren- the afternoon of said day. All successful the afternoon of said day. All successful ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ton, New Jersey 08625, in accordance with bidders must have 20% of their bid available bidders must have 20% of their bid available Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 the rules of civil practice and procedure. in cash or certified check at the conclusion in cash or certified check at the conclusion sey on WEDNESDAY THE 7TH DAY OF sey on WEDNESDAY THE 14TH DAY OF Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- If you are unable to obtain an attorney, you of the sales. of the sales. NOVEMBER A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in NOVEMBER A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in sey on WEDNESDAY THE 7TH DAY OF may communicate with the New Jersey State The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED the afternoon of said day. All successful the afternoon of said day. All successful NOVEMBER A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in Bar Association by calling toll free 800-792- FIFTY TWO THOUSAND FOUR-HUN- SIXTY ONE THOUSAND THREE-HUN- bidders must have 20% of their bid available bidders must have 20% of their bid available the afternoon of said day. All successful 8315. You may also contact the Lawyer DRED SIXTY FOUR & 27/100 DRED SIXTY NINE & 41/100 in cash or certified check at the conclusion in cash or certified check at the conclusion bidders must have 20% of their bid available Referral Service of the county in which you ($152,464.27). ($161,369.41). of the sales. of the sales. in cash or certified check at the conclusion reside by calling (908) 353-4715. If you Property to be sold is located in the City Property to be sold is located in the City The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED of the sales. cannot afford an attorney, you may commu- of Elizabeth, County of Union and State of Elizabeth, County of Union and State FOURTEEN THOUSAND THREE-HUN- THIRTY FOUR THOUSAND THREE- The judgment amount is SIXTY FIVE nicate with the Legal Services office of the of New Jersey of New Jersey DRED EIGHTY TWO & 99/100 HUNDRED SIXTEEN & 22/100 THOUSAND SEVENTY SIX & 56/100 county in which you reside by calling (908) Premises commonly known as 1178-1184 Premises commonly known as 515 ($114,382.99). ($134,316.22). ($65,076.56). 354-4340. Mary Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07201 Burnham Road, Elizabeth, New Jer- The property to be sold is located in the The property to be sold is located in the DOCKET NO: F-10333-99 The action has been instituted for the BEING KNOWN as LOT NO. 941, sey 07202 municipality of ELIZABETH in the County of CITY of ELIZABETH in the County of MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth purpose of foreclosing a mortgage dated BLOCK NO. 24.29, on the official Tax Map BEING KNOWN as LOT NO. 32, BLOCK UNION and State of New Jersey. UNION, and the State of New Jersey. COUNTY: UNION STATE OF NEW June 30, 1986, made by Rose M. Carnegie of the City of Elizabeth NO. 13, on the official Tax Map of the City Commonly known as 535 JEFFERSON Tax LOT No. 136 BLOCK No. 6 JERSEY and Marcelyn E. Carnegie as mortgagors Dimensions: 147.34 feet x 11.00 feet x of Elizabeth AVENUE, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY COMMONLY KNOWN AS 34 CEDAR STREET & STREET NO.: 161 Fulton Street and payable to Associates Financial Ser- 67.54 feet x 129.37 feet x 63.66 feet x Dimensions: 105 feet x 35 feet x 105 feet Tax LOT NO. 472, BLOCK NO. 12. AVENUE, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY TAX BLOCK AND LOT NOS.: vices Corporation, as mortgagee, recorded 24.29 feet x 35 feet Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 75 07202 BLOCK NO.: 2 LOT NO.: 505 on July 10, 1986 in the office of the Clerk of Nearest Cross Street: Walnut Street Nearest Cross Street: Clover Street feet wide by 145 feet long Dimensions of the Lot are (Approximately) DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 68 FEET X Union County in Mortgage Book 3629, page The Sheriff hereby reserves the right The Sheriff hereby reserves the right Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the 100.0 feet wide by 25.0 feet long. 25 FEET 802. The property being foreclosed is com- to adjourn this sale without further no- to adjourn this sale without further no- Southeasterly side of Jefferson Avenue Nearest Cross Street: Situated on the NEAREST CROSS STREET: 25 feet monly known as 763 Woodland Avenue, tice by publication. tice by publication. 375 feet from the Northeasterly side of SOUTHERLY side of CEDAR AVENUE, from Second Street Plainfield, New Jersey. Subject to unpaid taxes, assessments, Subject to unpaid taxes, assessments, Mary Street 125.0 feet from the EASTERLY side of SUPERIOR INTERESTS (if any): NONE CitiFinancial Mortgage Company, Inc. water and sewer liens water and sewer liens There is due approximately the sum of SOUTH ELMORA. There is due approximately the sum of succeeded Associates Financial Services There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of ONE-HUNDRED THIRTY SIX THOU- There is due approximately the sum of SEVENTY EIGHT THOUSAND SIX-HUN- Corporation in all right, title and interest in ONE-HUNDRED SIXTY THOUSAND ONE-HUNDRED SEVENTY FIVE THOU- SAND NINE-HUNDRED THIRTY SIX & ONE-HUNDRED FORTY FIVE THOU- DRED THIRTY SEVEN & 68/100 the aforesaid note and mortgage by way of THREE-HUNDRED THIRTY TWO & SAND TWO-HUNDRED EIGHTEEN & 77/100 ($136,936.77) together with lawful SAND EIGHT-HUNDRED THIRTEEN & ($78,637.68) together with lawful interest merger and acquisition. 28/100 ($160,338.28) together with law- 91/100 ($175,218.91) together with lawful interest and costs. 25/100 ($145,813.25) together with lawful and costs. YOU, MARCELYN E. CARNEGIE, have ful interest and costs. interest and costs. There is a full legal description on file in interest and costs. There is a full legal description on file in been made a defendant for any interest There is a full legal description on file in 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 Union County Sheriff’s Office. you may have in the subject premises the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn because you executed plaintiff’s note and The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. mortgage and for any lien, claim or interest this sale. this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH you may have in, to or against the mort- RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF gaged premises. SHERIFF SHERIFF EPSTEIN BROWN MARKOWITZ & SHERIFF WILLIAM M.E. 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No. 15 Cardinals Grab 34-27 Minutemen Footballers Chill Win Over Raider Gridders Stunned Blue Devils, 28-0 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15 blasted for the two-point conversion got to be one of the best in the state fense, some impressive plays were mained 6-0 until half time. to up the Cardinals’ lead to 14-7. if not the country. He’s a gamer.” made. Andzell and Jenkins joined in The Blue Devil defense held tight Near the end of the half, Schiller’s The Raiders got back into business on a 16-yard sack of quarterback until the Minutemen rumbled from pass was picked off by Donte Harvey quickly when the Cardinals fumbled Jamar Talbert at the end of first quar- their own 28 to pay dirt on five plays. at the Cardinal 34. A late-hit penalty on the kickoff and Josh Wexler re- ter. Cook made a leaping intercep- With 1:39 left in the third quarter, by the Raiders placed the ball on the covered it on the 16. Four plays later tion at the 15-yard line. McKeon Halsey snagged a 49-yard TD recep- SP-F 43. Six plays later with 21 from the four with 53 seconds left in tipped a potential TD seconds remaining, Dixon found the third, Schiller hooked around the pass in the end zone right side for the TD. in the second quarter. Schiller’s two-point conver- Brinkman was re- sion pass to Josh Finkelstein, sponsible for a tied the score, 27-27. blocked point after Early in the fourth, the touchdown (PAT) at- Raiders had a great chance to tempt after the take the lead with a first-and- Minutemen’s first ten from the Cardinal 14 but TD. Defensive back three incomplete passes and Mike DeFazio an end-around that fell short knocked down a po- turned the ball over to the David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times tential TD pass. Cardinals. Three plays later, DOWNING A CARDINAL...The Raiders made gang tackles on the Cardinals The problem was Griffin broke loose down the all day but the game was wild and furious. The 15th-ranked Plainfield Cardinals that no one could stop left sideline and scampered won a 34-27 thriller over the Raiders on October 27. Halsey except the ref- 70 yards before being chased erees. He had a 39- down at the four by Ray Wil- yard TD run and a 30- liams. Dixon’s four-yard hook High School Girls County High School yard TD run negated put the Cardinals up 34-27. due to holding penal- “We had a chance to put it Soccer Results: Football Results: ties. The Minutemen away but we didn’t,” com- OCTOBER 27: were also penalized mented Ciccotelli. “But we OCTOBER 24: Union 20, Linden 19 for clipping, holding will get it done.” New Providence 1, North Mike Outler grabbed a 20-yard TD and illegal motion. Hope came back to the Plainfield 0 pass from Mike Wenna in the final Tranchina re- Raiders when Adams took the The Pioneers won their 13th- minute to lift the 4-4 Farmers over flected, “I remember kickoff at the 16 and returned straight game when Vonelle Allocco the 2-5 Tigers. Antonio Wilson scored Tony Stewart at Union it 71 yards to the Cardinal 13. scored in the second half. on a rushing TD and on a TD recep- years and years ago Unfortunately, on the next New Providence 0 1 1 tion for Linden. and we played against play, he fumbled and the Car- North Plainfield 0 0 0 Union 7 6 0 7 20 Tyrell Dorsch at David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times dinals took over. With time OCTOBER 25: Linden 7 0 6 6 19 Hoboken a couple of THREE TOUCHDOWNS...Raider quarter- precious, the Cardinals com- years ago. Halsey is back Brian Schiller had one TD reception, one Cranford 2, Westfield 0 A. L. Johnson 28, Governor mitted a series of offside pen- Three was not a charm for the Blue Livingston 6 every bit as good as TD pass and one TD rushing. alties but the clock still ticked those two. We played Devils when Gillian Murray scored Mike Vicci scored four TDs for the David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Antoine Bailey all alone in the end to Ciccotelli’s dismay. two goals for the 13-5 Cougars. 6-1 Crusaders. Marty Maroney had a against him a couple LOOKING FOR A SPACE...Blue Devil Terrence zone for an 11-yard TD. “If I could take a penalty every 28-yard TD run for the 3-4 High- of times last year but Jenkins had little opportunity against the Minutemen. The second half featured a more time and start the clock, I would,” A. L. Johnson 2, Governor he’s bigger and stron- Livingston 1 landers. determined Raider offense. With 4:48 pointed out Ciccotelli. Under those ger this year. I thought that we hit tion from Talbert. The two-point con- Becka Schaal netted a goal for the Gov. Livingston 6 0 0 0 6 him hard a bunch of times but he kept left in the third quarter, Adams capped circumstances “You would never A. L. Johnson 7 7 7 7 28 version pass to Gabriel Gonzalez an 11-play 63-yard march with his have to snap the ball.” 8-6-2 Highlanders but Jaclyn Swierc going.” and Caitlin Brennan scored for the 9- was good, making the score 14-0. two-yard TD run. Unfortunately for Irvington 28, Cranford 15 Elizabeth scored its first TD with Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 7 0 20 0 27 7-2 Crusaders. Eight seconds later, on the ensuing the Raiders, exactly one minute later, Plainfield 0 21 6 7 34 James Phillips had two TDs for 7:10 left in the first quarter, culmi- kickoff, Daly grabbed the ball at the Wright rumbled for his 57-yard TD. OCTOBER 27: Irvington. Cougar Hanif Davis caught nating a five-play 39-yard march, 13-yard line but fumbled into the With 28 seconds left in the third, Ray High School Girls COUNTY TOURNEY: an 11-yard TD pass from Mike when Halsey swept 12 yards around hands of Jon Wheeler, who rumbled Williams made his 28-yard TD re- Westfield 3, Summit 0 Dollard and Chaz Curtis rushed for the left side. Brinkman’s action cre- into the end zone. Carlos Moran’s ception, took a devastating hit, but The eighth-seeded Blue Devils 103 yards and one TD. ated the blocked PAT. With the help PAT was good. held on to narrow the score to 27-19. Tennis Results: have definitely come into their own, Irvington (3-4) 14 0 0 14 28 of holding penalties, the score re- Sophomore Jan Cocozziello took “He’s a great player,” said OCTOBER 25: advancing to the finals to meet New Cranford (1-7) 7 0 0 8 15 over for Mercer at quarterback but Ciccotelli of Ray Williams. “He’s Governor Livingston 4.5, Roselle Providence, by shutting out the 12- M. X. Shabazz 32, Newark East PUBLIC NOTICE the results were the same, little to no Catholic 0.5 2-4 Hilltoppers, 3-0. Beth Mokrauer, Side 0 SHERIFF’S SALE yardage. The Highlanders upped their record Rosanne Palatucci and Morgan Lang Amir Pinnix had TD runs of 87 and SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, From the Blue Devil six, Minute- to 14-5. each netted a goal for the 9-7-1 Blue 77 yards and Jabril Stokes had TD CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, man Hassan Jackson slanted left into High School Boys 1st singles: Kristen Turturiello (GL) Devils and Staci Spass had an assist. runs of 75, 52 and 72 yards. DOCKET NO. F-1062-99 the end zone with 6:46 remaining. d Abbie Gramati, 6-0, 6-4 NATIONAL CITY MORTGAGE CO., Westfield 1 2 3 East Side (3-5) 0 0 0 0 0 PLAINTIFF vs. OMAR TANGARIFE, ET Moran’s PAT finalized the score. 2nd singles: Sabrina Govindarajan Shabazz (4-3) 0 6 13 13 32 Soccer Results: (GL) drew with Lisa Gessner, 2-6, 6-3 Summit 0 0 0 AL, DEFENDANT. “When they want to play, I don’t CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, OCTOBER 24: 3rd singles: Katie Freda (GL) d. New Providence 1, Union 0 see anybody beating them,” said Stephanie Gantz, 6-0, 6-0 www.goleader.com DATED OCTOBER 26, 2000 FOR SALE Tranchina of the Minutemen. “If they Scotch Plains-Fanwood 2, Linden 0 1st doubles: Connie Souder and Laura Nadelberg fired in the win- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. Ed Zazzali and Jeff Hensal hit Michelle Rosenthal (GL) d. Allison Kelly ner off an assist from Stephanie By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- are ranked number one or two in and Virginia Ruggeri, 6-1, 6-0 ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale New Jersey, they are one of the better paydirt for the 17-0, third-ranked Machin to advance the sixth-seeded, PUBLIC NOTICE by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- Raiders. Ricky Fleissner recorded 2nd singles: Claire Tulaf and Ashley 17-4 Pioneers to the finals. teams in the country and we are not Ferrell (GL) d. Marianne O’Shea and Brit- SHERIFF’S SALE ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 quite at that level. It’s a lesson. We his 14th shutout of the season. tany Philbert, 6-0, 6-1 Union (12-7) 0 0 0 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 28TH DAY OF will pick up and go on!” Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 1 1 2 New Providence 1 0 1 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DOCKET NO. F-5509-00 NOVEMBER A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in Linden (10-6) 0 0 0 the afternoon of said day. All successful Westfield 0 0 0 0 0 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE Elizabeth 6 0 15 7 28 CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. CARIDAD bidders must have 20% of their bid available OCTOBER 25: SHERIFF’S SALE SHERIFF’S SALE PRADOS, ET AL., DEFENDANT. in cash or certified check at the conclusion Rahway 3, Union Catholic 2 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, of the sales. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Mike Gudzy and Tino Cerimele CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DATED SEPTEMBER 28, 2000 FOR SALE The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED DOCKET NO. F-6811-00 scored first-half goals for the 6-9-1 DOCKET NO. F-14011-00 OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. EIGHTEEN THOUSAND THREE-HUN- GMAC MORTGAGE CORPORA- NEW JERSEY HOUSING AND By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- DRED FIFTY ONE & 09/100 ($118,351.09). Vikings, who held a 2-1 lead until TION, PLAINTIFF vs. MICHAEL ROSA MORTGAGE FINANCE AGENCY, tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by The property to be sold is located in city of Ryne Luddington and Anthony Deige A/K/A MICHAEL WARNER ROSA, ET PLAINTIFF vs. MARY L. CARAWAY, ET public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- ELIZABETH, in the County of UNION, and ALS,; DEFENDANT. scored in the final 20 minutes to give ALS., DEFENDANT. tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown the State of New Jersey. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, the 8-10 Indians the victory. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on Commonly known as: 641-643 GARDEN DATED NOVEMBER 30, 2000 FOR SALE DATED AUGUST 07, 2001 FOR SALE OF WEDNESDAY THE 7TH DAY OF NO- STREET, FORMERLY KNOWN AS 641 Union Catholic 2 0 2 OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. MORTGAGED PREMISES. VEMBER A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the GARDEN STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW Rahway 1 2 3 By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- afternoon of said day. All successful bidders JERSEY 07202 ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale must have 20% of their bid available in cash Tax Lot No. ACCT#: 407, in Block No. A. L. Johnson 3, Governor by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- or certified check at the conclusion of the WARD; 6 FKA LOT NO. 6, BLOCK NO. 407 Livingston 2 ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 sales. Dimensions of Lot (Approximately) 40 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- Amir Tadmori and Jake DiIorio Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED feet wide by 110 feet long. sey on WEDNESDAY THE 28TH DAY OF netted goals for the 9-8 Highlanders. sey on WEDNESDAY THE 28TH DAY OF EIGHTY FOUR THOUSAND TWO-HUN- Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the north- NOVEMBER A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in NOVEMBER A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in DRED NINETY TWO & 95/100 erly side of Garden Street, distant 285 feet Gov Livingston 1 1 2 the afternoon of said day. All successful the afternoon of said day. All successful ($184,292.95). from the easterly side of Maple Avenue. Johnson (13-5) 2 1 3 bidders must have 20% of their bid available bidders must have 20% of their bid available Property to be sold is located in the City There is due approximately the sum of in cash or certified check at the conclusion in cash or certified check at the conclusion of Elizabeth, County of Union and State ONE-HUNDRED THIRTY FOUR THOU- of the sales. PUBLIC NOTICE of the sales. of New Jersey SAND FIVE-HUNDRED THIRTY NINE & The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED The judgment amount is SEVENTEEN Premises commonly known as 740 Magie 31/100 ($134,539.31) together with lawful UNION COUNTY BOARD FIFTY TWO THOUSAND EIGHT-HUN- THOUSAND EIGHT-HUNDRED TWENTY Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07208 interest and costs. OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS DRED FORTY FIVE & 20/100 NINE & 10/100 ($17,829.10). BEING KNOWN as LOT NO. 1324, There is a full legal description on file in NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD ($152,845.20). The property to be sold is located in ELIZA- BLOCK NO. 10, on the official Tax Map of the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Date Adopted: October 25, 2001 MUNICIPALITY: City of Elizabeth BETH, in the County of UNION, and the the City of Elizabeth The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Public Notice is hereby given that the COUNTY AND STATE: County of Union, State of New Jersey. Dimensions: 40.00 feet x 100.00 feet x this sale. Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- State of New Jersey Commonly known as: 175 REID STREET, 40.00 feet x 100.00 feet RALPH FROEHLICH ers has awarded a contract without com- STREET AND STREET NUMBER: 828 ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY 07201 Nearest Cross Street: Crawford Place SHERIFF petitive bidding as a professional service or Linden Avenue Tax Lot No. 1101, in Block No. 7 The Sheriff hereby reserves the right FRANK J. MARTONE, P.C. – extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- TAX LOT AND BLOCK NUMBERS: Lot Dimensions of Lot (Approximately) 25 to adjourn this sale without further no- COUNSELLORS-AT-LAW ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- No.: 1228 W10; Block No.: 10 feet wide by 145 feet long. tice by publication. 4 Brighton Road tract and the resolution authorizing it is DIMENSIONS: Approximately irregular: Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the East- Subject to unpaid taxes, assessments, Clifton, New Jersey 07012 available for public inspection in the Office 113 feet by 50 feet erly side of Reid Street, distant 154 feet from water and sewer liens CH-755668 (WL) of the Clerk of the Board. NEAREST CROSS STREET: is approxi- the Southerly side of East Grand Street. There is due approximately the sum of 4 T – 11/01, 11/08, 11/15 RESOLUTION NO.: 1073-2001 mately Bellevue Street There is due approximately the sum of TWO-HUNDRED SIX THOUSAND NINETY & 11/22/01 Fee: $187.68 (Amending Resolution No. 1351-2000) There is due approximately the sum of NINETEEN THOUSAND SIX-HUNDRED & 37/100 ($206,090.37) together with lawful AWARDED TO: Funeral Services of New ONE-HUNDRED SEVENTY TWO THOU- FORTY NINE & 80/100 ($19,649.80) to- interest and costs. Jersey, Inc., 1070 North Broad Street, Hill- SAND NINE-HUNDRED SEVENTY FOUR gether with lawful interest and costs. There is a full legal description on file in side, New Jersey & 95/100 ($172,974.95) together with lawful There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. SERVICES: To serve as the Union interest and costs. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn County Morgue for pickup and transport of There is a full legal description on file in The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. bodies of deceased persons from place of the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Portrait Special this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH death to morgue for purpose of performing The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF examination to UMDNJ, Newark, New Jer- this sale. SHERIFF FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, P.C. sey, for the purpose of autopsies by the RALPH FROEHLICH FRANK J. MARTONE, P.C. – Suite 505 Sentry Office Plaza Medical Examiner. 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By FRED LECOMTE season, taking a corner kick from Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times freshman Jenna Balestriere and sim- Junior keeper Lauren Bianco ply kneeing the ball into the rear of needed to do very little to record her the net at 24:19. “It really became eighth shutout, as the Scotch Plains- reality,” said a very excited Mintz, Fanwood High School girls soccer “This was great, I have been looking team overwhelmed Linden, 3-0, in for a goal the whole season, hope- Scotch Plains on October 24. The fully, I can do it again before season’s Tigers, (8-8-1) managed only three end.” shots on goal in the first half and five Heath assaulted the helpless Tiger in the second half. keeper at 35:55 with a booming goal. Jill Koscielecki, Chelsea Mintz and “I think we really capitalized on Stephanie Heath scored for the 11-7- what we had to do today,” said Heath. 1 Raiders, ending a tough stretch of “We spread the play to the outside, scoreless games. while finishing off our plays. Coach Prior to kickoff, Head Coach Frank Butz feels that if we keep on playing Butz said, “We simply haven’t like we did today, we can get to the David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times scored! The simple fact is that we semifinals and finals. So we’re really Assistant Golf Professional Scott Kauffman (Echo Lake Country Club) FIGHTING THROUGH AND SCORING...Raider sophomore Chelsea Mintz haven’t taken advantage of situa- looking forward to doing exactly battled past a Lady Tiger and scored a goal. tions and cashing in. We’ve been that.” playing well together, getting the Bianco said after the game, “Our ball down, playing good defense, not offense and defense did really well, so Echo Lake Golf Pro Explains CARAVELLOS OWN ALL-AROUND Hitting the Ball Over Water

Blue Devils Capture By SCOTT KAUFFMAN Your ball drops into the water. As Scott Kauffman is an Assistant far as you are concerned your round Golf Professional at Echo Lake of golf is ruined. UC Gymnastics Title Country Club in Westfield. In order to help you avoid repeat- It is the fifth hole and you have ing this same scenario, here are just played the best four holes ever. two points to think about: By STEVEN KRAKAUER sica Caravello was fourth at 8.575, Upon approaching the tee you can- Whenever you are posed with Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Blue Devil Kristen Valla took fifth No. 1 ranked Westfield breezed to not help but notice the enormous any type of shot over water it is with an 8.55 and Montagna placed pond directly in front of you. As important to Think Positive. Try to its ninth-straight Union County Gym- sixth with a score of 8.375. you tee-up your ball, bad thoughts envision your ball flying over the nastics Championship on October The Caravellos soared above the 26 in Cranford. The Blue Devils out- begin to creep into your head. You water and landing on the other side. rest of the competitors in the floor tell yourself “not to hit it into the This will help you focus on success totaled second-placed Scotch Plains- exercise. Lauren recorded a 9.5 and water.” as opposed to failure, which is the Fanwood, 107.15-100.9. Jessica took second at 9.4. Blue Dev- Once again Blue Devil twins, What happens next is all too fa- mind-set each golfer should pos- ils Valla at 9.05 and Rachel Skolnick miliar to many of us. With one sess. After all, it is much easier to Lauren and Jessica Caravello gave at 9.0 took third and fourth, respec- swing of the club your relaxing day hit a good shot when you are think- exceptional performances. Lauren tively. Raider freshman Jacqueline captured the all-around with a total of golf takes a turn for the worse. ing in a positive way. DeJohn received an 8.85 to place Secondly, it is important to not of 36.7 and Jessica placed second at fifth. try to lift the ball into the air by 35.125. Raider Kyla Mendes fin- Lauren Caravello mastered the Scotch Hills Women ished third with a total of 34.8, Union swinging the club up on the ball. balance beam, placing first with a Tell Golf Results This will only frustrate you more Catholic’s Kim Drastura placed Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times 9.15, and Mendes placed second with because more often than not, you fourth at 33.205 and SP-F Raider a 9.1. Valla placed third at 8.55 and SCOOTING PAST A TIGRESS...Raider freshman Jenna Balestriere, No. 4, A spokeswoman for the Scotch Taylor Montagna grabbed fifth at scoots past a Tiger defender. Balestriere assisted on a goal. Hills Women’s Golf Association of will hit a low running shot better Jessica Caravello finished fifth with known as a “topped” shot. Instead, 32.275. Scotch Plains announced the win- a score of 8.375. Drastura recorded try to swing the club so that your Starting on the vault, Lauren at an 8.7. giving up much, but we’re just un- I didn’t have too much activity in ning team of the “100 Percent Handi- 9.15 and Jessica at 8.8 took first and cap” tournament held October 16. hands travel downward into the ball. Nicole Montgomery for Cranford able to score.” front of the net, although I did step it By contacting the ball with the second, respectively, with teammate finished sixth in the all-around and The Raiders displayed constant FLIGHT A up with saves when they came. We Low gross: Mary Shea, 43. club head traveling in a downward Christina Massa, competing in her was especially impressive in the vault control throughout the game, posi- really need to continue pumping our- only event, getting third at 8.65. “All First low net: Shea, 28. motion the ball will go in the air as she scored an 8.3. tioning themselves well both offen- selves up, not to get down on our- Second low net: Eve Kennelly and Drena and have a better chance of flying performed well, especially Jessica In an unfortunate blow for Union sively and defensively. Junior selves as we have in the recent past. I Erhart, 29. over the water. Caravello,” according to Blue Devil Catholic, arguably their best gym- midfielder Holly Kramer led the feel good about the upcoming games, FLIGHT B Head Coach Melissa Greenwald. So the next time you face a situ- nast, Valerie Mitchell fell during her Raiders to their first score as she and watch out for us in the states.” Low gross: Carol Katz, 51. ation similar to this, even if you are “Jessica had a stunning vault. She First low net: Mildred Orlando, 32. second event, the balance beam, and looped a corner shot into Koscielecki, After the game, Butz concluded, not playing the round of your life, was very poised.” injured her right foot. She was un- who blasted the ball into the far post. “The difference today, is that we Second low net: C. Katz, 33. Greenwald was equally happy with Third low net: June McCarthy and Janice try to follow these two points. You able to continue. “I was just at the right place, the finished our play. When you give up will be a lot more likely to find Lauren’s tremendous score, as she Lawler, 35. Coach Greenwald hopes to win right time,” said Koscielecki. “I just just one goal and don’t score as we your ball safely on the other side of said, “Lauren pulled up from a tuck FLIGHT C states again this year, and said, “We put my 110 percent into this game. did in the past five the past games, Low gross: Peggy Boss, 54. the water. to a pike tuck and pulled out a really have a really good starting crew.” We have been working the ball more you surely put a lot of pressure on the First low net: Boss, 32. solid score.” Next year, Westfield will be losing to the outside, not as much towards defense. It’s been very frustrating Second low net: Rusti Squires, 33. Scott Kauffman is available to Mendes took fourth in the vault the Caravellos and Massa due to the middle, while bringing the ball and disappointing that we haven’t Third low net: Marion Branditz and give lessons to non-members of Echo with a score of 8.4, followed by graduation, but Greenwald was not down, crossing it and then looking beat some of those teams although Phyllis Combe, 36. Lake Country Club and can be reached at (908) 232 - 4288 Viking Drastura and Raider too concerned with a good returning for headers. I’m very happy the way we outplayed them and did every- Low putts: Kennelly. Montagna with marks of 8.35. crew, saying “Our future gymnasts we played this game, and starting thing right, except score. Today, it all Birdies: Shea (hole 5) and Erhart (hole Lauren placed second on the un- are Rachel Skolnick, Kristen Valla, today with this game, I’m looking came together once again and I am 2). even bars at 8.9 behind sophomore Stacy Osborne, Jessica Guerreriero, forward and not dwelling on the past.” very happy for the girls. Hopefully, it Chip in: Kennelly (hole 3), Charlene See it all on the Web! teammate Stacy Osborne, who scored Kathryn Bruscia and Jessica Mintz returned to the lineup and will carry its way through and that Szenji (hole 1), Nancy Chris (hole 7) and 9.0. Mendes took third at 8.65, Jes- Sussman.” came up big with her first goal of the we can make a good run of it.” Mary Ann Schuler (hole 3). www.goleader.com

PUBLIC NOTICE UNION COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Date Adopted: October 25, 2001 Public Notice is hereby given that the ENGINEERING Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- ers has awarded a contract without com- petitive bidding as a professional service or www.uswca.com extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- tract and the resolution authorizing it is Horace R. Corbin, P.E. available for public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Board. RESOLUTION NO.: 1074-2001 Consulting•Process and Control•Industry (Amending Resolution No. 865-2001) AWARDED TO: Leonard Zaretsky, Environment•Water•Wastewater•Power M.D., 160 Hillside Drive, North Haledon, New Jersey (908) 232-4407 • [email protected] SERVICES: To perform autopsies and/ or external examinations during vacation times, holidays and weekends. COST: In an additional amount not to exceed $8,000 for a new total amount not to exceed $41,525 Rocket Your Advertising M. Elizabeth Genievich Clerk of the Board 1 T – 11/01/01, The Leader Fee: $23.97 THIS SPACE PUBLIC NOTICE SHERIFF’S SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CLEARANCE! IS CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DOCKET NO. F-5128-01 INDYMAC BANK, F.S.B, PLAINTIFF vs. AVAILABLE JESUELA JULES, ET AL, DEFENDANT. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DATED AUGUST 07, 2001 FOR SALE OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. Call 908 232-4407 By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- email: [email protected] ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 14TH DAY OF NOVEMBER A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All successful bidders must have 20% of their bid available in cash or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED THREE THOUSAND FIFTY NINE & 02/100 ($103,059.02). DOCKET NO.: F-5128-01 MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth COUNTY: UNION STATE OF NEW JERSEY. STREET & STREET NO: 322 Bond Street TAX BLOCK AND LOT NOS.: BLOCK NO.: 3 LOT NO.: 841 DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 50 feet x 115 feet NEAREST CROSS STREET: Corner of Henry Street & Bond Street SUPERIOR INTERESTS (if any): NONE There is due approximately the sum of ONE-HUNDRED SEVEN THOUSAND NINE-HUNDRED NINETY SIX & 40/100 ($107,996.40) together with lawful interest and costs. There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR. CHARTERED 737 Stokes Road PO Box 1088 Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 CH-756191 (WL) 4 T - 10/18, 10/25, 11/1 & 11/8/01 Fee: $181.56 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, November 1, 2001 Page 19 Devil Soccer Characterizes Heart, Leadership, Shutouts

By ADAM TURNER up 12 goals all season. Most of that is Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times due to the defensive play.” All year long the Westfield High Although experiencing three losses School boys’ soccer team has been a to their archrival, Scotch Plains- team of equality, no stars, no goats, Fanwood, Cutro has done all he could just 11 players together playing as to turn those games into victories by one cohesive unit to propel the team letting up a mere six goals, including to a 12-5 record. personally sprawling crazily around This team has no Pele’s, no glory- the field to make sparkling saves that hogging striker who can take all the forced two of those games into over- credit for scoring a ridiculous per- time against the third-ranked team in centage of the team’s goals. What it the state according to The Star Led- does have is a lockdown defense, led ger. by goalkeeper Kevin Cutro, who all “To have a successful season you year has denied have to have a opposing players good goal of what they want, keeper. The goals. Cutro has team is going to GRABBING THE FUMBLE...Sam Murphy of the Westfield PAL “D” football led a defense full make mistakes team forces a fumble and teammate Jimmy Reardon recovers, leading to David Babetski’s touchdown moments later against Summit. See story on page 20. CAUSING A FUMBLE...Westfield PAL “C” footballer Jeffrey Mysel tackles a of sophomores and you need an Summit Hilltopper and causes a fumble that was recovered by Westfield. and juniors, and exceptional helped mold them goalie to make into one of the up for your mis- stingiest defenses takes or other Westfield PAL. ‘B’ Blanks in the state, strik- teams sensa- Summit Footballers Stop ing fear into the tional plays,” hearts of Kapner said. Summit Gridders, 26-0 opponent’s game Simply put, Westfield PAL ‘C’, 14-0 after game. the success the The Westfield Police Athletic then scored on an 83-yard run up the Cutro’s play Devils have had League’s “B” football team improved middle, using a brilliant spin move. The Westfield PAL “C” football At the end of the third quarter, goes far beyond has to be con- to 6-1 with a 26-0 victory over Sum- Ferro converted the extra point with team played magnificently against Mysel sacked the quarterback, forc- the stats, although tributed to the all mit at Kehler Stadium in Westfield a great cut back to up the lead to 14- an undefeated Summit, but fell 14- ing a fumble that was recovered by those aren’t too around play, the on October 28. It was the first victory 0 by halftime. 0, on October 28. The Blue Devil Westfield on the Summit 45-yard shabby if you key goals when over Summit in five years. Summit moved the ball in the sec- defense held Summit scoreless and line. Following two motion penal- want to use those. they are needed, Westfield, for the fifth game in a ond half but Tyrell Simmons, Mice Lawson, Joe Simone, Sean Sullivan without a first down for three quar- ties, Westfield was faced with a He has only David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times the big defensive row, scored a touchdown on their ters. third-and-20. Quarterback Kevin racked up nine Blue Devil goalie Kevin Cutro stop at a crucial opening possession. Sean Ferro and Danny Dickson frustrated the Austin Rolnick, Joseph Vall- Neylan initiated a well-executed shutouts in a mere point, and those capped a nine-play 65-yard drive Hilltopper game plan. Westfield, llobera and Ricky Ruhl recorded reverse to Mike Henry to Matthew 17 games. For all of you who aren’t “nasty” saves Cutro has made all with a nine-yard run off left tackle. however, stretched its lead with a 32- sacks. Danny Selert had an inter- Shaffer. With key blocks from line- too good at math “Cutch” has stifled season long. Look for all of that to Quarterback Mark Boyd passed to yard sprint by Bonard who took a ception off a deflection by Edwin men Kyle Write, Mark Remlinger, opposing strikers by posting shut- continue and for “Cutch” to anchor halfback Mike Venezia for the extra pitch from Boyd. Brunhofer recov- Simmons. Jeffrey Mysel and John Tommy Wansaw, Patrick Stanley, outs in 53 percent of his games. Westfield deep into the states. point. ered a fumble early in the fourth Dugan made tackles behind the line Michael Hammond and tight end His presence in the box means “Kevin has been sensational,” said The Blue Devil defense had key quarter. of scrimmage and Mike McCrea Will Uhr, Shaffer rumbled 22 yards. more to the team than any statistic Kapner. tackles by Ryan Yarusi, Andrew Eric Anderson, Santo Nardi, Sam grounded Summit with a big hit. Unfortunately, Summit intercepted can quantify. “Kevin kept us in games Brunhofer, Jack Meagher, Steven Crawford, Kevin Anderson, Daniel on the next series. when we weren’t playing well at the Westfield ‘D’ Suffers Bigelow, Joe Tressitt and Jimmy Nuber and Scott Dyer controlled the SP-F ‘B” Thumps Summit answered with a 65-yard beginning of the season. He has given Ponce. The key defensive series saw line of scrimmage allowing Mark touchdown run from scrimmage. the team confidence all year long, Westfield force Summit to turn the Anderson to score on a handoff from The point after was good. Westfield because we know he’s not likely to Season’s First Loss ball over on downs at the Blue Devil quarterback Simone after a seven- Perth Amboy, 38-12 took over at its 35-yard line but let up a goal back there,” said Head The Westfield Blue Devils “D” 17-yard line. Fullback Tom Bonard play 32-yard drive. The Scotch Plains-Fanwood (SP- fumbled, setting up Summit’s 24- Coach George Kapner. football team suffered its first loss of F) “B” football team put it all to- yard touchdown run. The conver- Through all this, Cutro continues the season, falling 12-7 against its gether to pound Perth Amboy, 38-12, sion finalized the score. to not take credit for the success, biggest rival, Summit. SP-F Soccer Sparx Shock on October 28. A great offensive Simmons had a 23-yard run near when asked what he has done to Nonetheless the Blue Devils played show led by David Belford’s five the end of the game, but Summit create so much success all Cutro can a great game with a touchdown by touchdown (TD) passes and an ag- intercepted to end the Westfield say is, “I have to give most of the Brandon Rolnick off a quick pitch Shooting Stars, Tie 1-1 gressive defense boosted the Raid- drive. credit to the defense. We’ve only let left from quarterback Bret DeFazio. ers’ record to 6-0. DeFazio also scored the extra point The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Sparx Markovitz. Midfielder McGarry Perth Amboy started the scor- off the quarterback sneak. under age 11 girls’ soccer team tied broke through the middle and sent a ing, but then it was all SP-F, start- SP-F ‘B’ Gridders Stop The touchdown was preceded by a the undefeated first-place Branchburg beautiful cross to Jennie Altman who ing with Belford hitting Jason fumble recovery by Jimmy Reardon Shooting Stars, 1-1, on October 21 in fired a high shot over the goalie’s Zelesnik on a dead run with a 30- and a 35-yard run by David Babetski. a spirited battle. head to tie the game. yard TD pass. Belford kicked the Millburn and Cranford Sam Murphy, Matt Pogue, Mike The Sparx’s offense was “sparked” The battle continued to the bitter extra point to make it 8-6. Belford Tarnosky and Shane Skibitsky made by Becca VonLangen and Jen Gassler end. Allison Goldberg had several then hit Zelesnik again with a fade The Scotch Plains-Fanwood (SP- lowed with a kicked extra point to several fine tackles. Skibitsky also who kept the ball in Shooting Stars’ breakaway attempts stymied by the pattern for a TD. Belford kicked F) “B” football team continued its complete the scoring. stopped an extra point attempt. territory, but shots on goal by Brittney strong Branchburg defense. Assist- the extra point. Belford then hit winning ways with a, 14-0, victory Against Cranford, the first score Rolnick also had a 30-yard pass Veeck, Jenna McGarry and Saxony ing her were Olivia Francavilla, Matt Huether for a four-yard TD over Millburn and a, 24-0, victory came on a seven-yard rollout by completion to Kevin Hearon. Nielsen were continuously rejected. Jaclyn Law and Erika White. The pass and again kicked the extra over Cranford to up its record to 5-0. Belford to Thomas Penella with Later, the first year White D team The Shooting Stars got a lucky break Shooting Stars tried one last effort, point to make it 24-12. Against Millburn, SP-F played Belford kicking the extra point to defeated the first year Blue D team, and punched in a goal to go up 1-0. but could not break though the Not finished, Belford threw an- solid defense led by Colin Campbell’s make it 8-0. Belford then hit Jason 25-0. Brand Taylor quarterbacked Samantha Bremer, with her light- tough defense of Kim Shelus, other TD pass, this time to Thomas seven tackles and Greg Brand’s four Zelesnik with a 35-yard touchdown the team and scored an extra point. ening fast speed, time and time again Glover, Veeck and Bremer. Goalie Penella for 15-yards. Scotch Plains tackles. The offense story came from pass. Belford kicked the extra point to Jordan Johnson and David Hammond made many clutch saves assisted by Nielsen had several nice kicks to completed the scoring with Andrew David Belford who scored on a quar- make it 16-0. Belford then hit Chase each scored two touchdowns. Stephanie Glover and Sheryl change the field. Lyons being on the other end of a terback sneak. This sequence was across the middle for a 25-yard touch- Belford pass. Belford kicked the ex- aided by a 15-yard punt return by down pass and again kicked the extra tra point. Kyle Chase who put the team in good point to make it 24-0. Lyons had four receptions for 87 scoring position and through the The defense was led by Campbell, yards and Huether had nine for 65 tough running by Matt Huether to Greg Brand and Lauren Mains with yards. Belford and James Sensor led put Belford into position to score. three tackles apiece and intercep- the defense with three tackles each. Belford also scored on a mishandled tions by Robert Scibek and Andrew snap up the middle where he fol- Lyons. SP-F Thunder Soaks C L E A R A N C E! Soccer Eagles, 4-3 The Blue Thunder of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Soccer Association U-11 division turned in an aggres- sive, outstanding performance as they outlasted the North Plainfield Eagles, 4-3, on October 28. The Vitamin Sale Thunder jumped out to an early 2-0 lead, but the Eagles clawed back to tie the score at halftime. The Thun- der stormed in the second half to outscore the Eagles, 2-1, to wrap up 121 East Broad Street, Westfield N.J. 908.233.4492 the victory. Jack Dunphy turned in a stellar performance with two goals. Brendan McEvoy notched a goal and two assists. Josef Ellis added a goal while Eddie Byron chipped in with an as- sist. Joseph Del Prete, Mark • Life Insurance Koransky, Reid Miller, Chris Art • Disability Insurance McManus and Greg Bencivengo put • Long Term Care on a clinic with their accurate pass- ing and ball control skills. Ammermuller • Employee Benefits Andrew Smith and Matt Bonner again played solidly in goal. The “Helping People” 908.233.0920 defense limited the Eagles to three shots in the second half. Marc Fusillo, Danny Gore, Colin Grimm, Danny Rodriguez, Michael Roth and Michael APUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Lauricella broke up several Eagle scoring threats and kept the ball TOWN OF WESTFIELD out of Thunder turf. Public Notice is hereby given that an ordinance of which the following is a copy was introduced, read and passed on first reading by the Council of the Town of Westfield at a meeting held October 30, 2001, and that the said Council will further consider the same for final passage on the 20th day of November 2001, at 8:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber, See it all on the Web! Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey, at which time and place any person who may be interested therein will be given an opportunity to be heard concerning www.goleader.com said ordinance. Bernard A. Heeney Town Clerk PUBLIC NOTICE SPECIAL ORDINANCE NO. ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD, IN THE COUNTY OF UNION, UNION COUNTY BOARD NEW JERSEY TO REPEAL ORDINANCE NO. 2020 ENTITLED: “BOND OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE THE RENOVATION AND RECONSTRUCTION NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD OF THE MEMORIAL POOL COMPLEX IN, BY AND FOR THE SWIMMING Date Adopted: October 25, 2001 POOL UTILITY OF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD, IN THE COUNTY OF UNION, Public Notice is hereby given that the STATE OF NEW JERSEY, TO APPROPRIATE THE SUM OF $1,100,000 TO Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- PAY THE COST THEREOF, TO MAKE A DOWN PAYMENT, TO AUTHORIZE ers has awarded a contract without com- THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS TO FINANCE SUCH APPROPRIATION AND TO petitive bidding as a professional service or PROVIDE FOR THE ISSUANCE OF BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES IN ANTICI- extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- PATION OF THE ISSUANCE OF SUCH BONDS”, ADOPTED MAY 8, 2001. ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- tract and the resolution authorizing it is BE IT ORDAINED by the Town Council of the Town of Westfield, in the County of Union, available for public inspection in the Office State of New Jersey, as follows: of the Clerk of the Board. Section 1. Ordinance No. 2020 entitled: RESOLUTION NO.: 1065-2001 “BOND ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE THE RENOVATION AND RECON- AWARDED TO: Alonzo Jackson, Direc- STRUCTION OF THE MEMORIAL POOL COMPLEX IN, BY AND FOR THE tor of the Office of Minority Services, Or- SWIMMING POOL UTILITY OF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD, IN THE COUNTY egon Youth Authority, 4769 Bohannon, Sa- OF UNION, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, TO APPROPRIATE THE SUM OF lem, Oregon. $1,100,000 TO PAY THE COST THEREOF, TO MAKE A DOWN PAYMENT, SERVICES: To provide Gang Aware- TO AUTHORIZE THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS TO FINANCE SUCH APPRO- ness Training and Strategies for Interven- PRIATION AND TO PROVIDE FOR THE ISSUANCE OF BOND ANTICIPA- tion for At Risk Youth. Training to be held TION NOTES IN ANTICIPATION OF THE ISSUANCE OF SUCH BONDS” Nov. 7, 2001. COST: Not to exceed $4,164 adopted by the Town Council of the Town of Westfield, in the County of Union, New Jersey M. Elizabeth Genievich on May 8, 2001 is hereby repealed. Clerk of the Board Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect at the time and in the manner provided by law. 1 T – 11/01/01, The Leader Fee: $22.95 1 T – 11/01/01, The Leader Fee: $66.30 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 20 Thursday, November 1, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Westfield Youth 10s Honored By Union County Freeholders The Westfield Babe Ruth Little Vincennes and exacting revenge on League team has had a busy season. Newburgh. They lost to Meridian Mis- First they won the state championship, sissippi and took third place in the tour- traveled to Indiana and came in third nament with a 17-3 record,” said Union place in the Inaugural Babe Ruth/Cal County Freeholder Mary Ruotolo. Ripken Division World Series for 10- Freeholder Ruotolo presented Reso- year-olds and was recently honored by lutions to the team, congratulating them the Union County Board of Chosen on their winning season during a recent Freeholders. public meeting of the Board of Chosen Managed by Geoff Ken, Charlie Freeholders. She said the road to the Burgdorf and Bob Saunders, the team World Series started with the District spent a week in Vincennes, Indiana Tournament held in North Elizabeth. where 10 teams competed including “Westfield lost its initial game to eight regional winners from around the another Westfield team in the tourna- country. ment before coming back to win against “Westfield lost the initial game to Scotch Plains, North Elizabeth, Newburgh before reeling off three con- Cranford and the other Westfield team secutive victories against Hawaii, twice to capture the District Champi- onship. They went on to win the Middle Scotch Hills Women Atlantic Region Tournament, which STATE BABE RUTH CHAMPS...Pictured, left to right, front row: Michael sent the team to the World Series. I Lessner, Spencer Cassidy, Dan Sullivan, Michael Carpetto and Dylan Tell Golf Results commend the managers, families and Clark; standing, Coach Geoff Kent, Michael Kent, Freeholder Mary the team for having what it takes to Ruotolo, Brendan Burgdorf, Freeholder Daniel Sullivan, Matthew Reiss, A spokeswoman for the Scotch Todd Saunders, Freeholder Vice Chairman Lewis Mingo Jr. and Coach Hills Women’s Golf Association produce a winning team,” Freeholder Bob Saunders. FIRST IN “FRIGHT”...The Scotch Plains Fanwood U10 Girls Inter-City of Scotch Plains announced the Ruotolo said. Soccer League team The Renegades participated in the Costume contest at winning team of the “Three clubs Union County Freeholder Daniel P. the 2001 Freehold Fright Feast Soccer Tournament. While they did place and a putter” tournament held on Sullivan commended the team but first in costume, the Renegades placed first in their flight. Pictured left to October 23. singled out one player in particular jok- SP-F Soccer Rebels Squash right, are: [Last names apparently excluded] Roni, Taylor, Morgan, ingly saying that even though they are Maddie; middle row, Alana, Lauren, Delia, Julia; back row, Kim, Jessica, FLIGHT A: not related, he is sure Danny Sullivan is Allison, Coach Dorri. Low gross: (tie) Marge Grimmer, the best looking and most talented player West Windsor Spiders, 2-1 Joyce DiGiorgio and Joanne Voci 52 Low net: DiGiorgio 36 on the team. “Kidding aside, these players have The 5-0 Scotch Plains-Fanwood well-placed pass by Morgan Burke 2nd: (tie) Gert Simons, Christine Rebels under age 10 girls’ soccer to Kim Many who whizzed a shot Haight and Kathy Sjonell 27 what it takes to play hard and win. These 12 outstanding 10-year-olds had a 10-3 team squashed the West Windsor by the Spider goalie. A seesaw FLIGHT B: Low gross: Pat Herring 54 record in the Central Jersey All Star Spiders, 2-1, in a knee-knocker. match ensued. Colleen Sweeney, New Jersey Visit our iPIX Low net: Herring 35 League and finished the season with a The Rebels scored first, on a Kathryn Dinizo, Devon Daly and Properties Virtual Home Tours on 2nd: Claire Knaus 36 27-6 combined record. They are all true Lyndsey Douglas played solid de- www.PruNewJersey.com 3rd: Nancy Phares 37 winners,” Sullivan said. Fanwood Rec Sponsors fense, repeatedly turning back FLIGHT C: The members of the team include: Spider strikes. Low gross: Jean Peterson 57 Brendan Burgdorf, Michael Carpetto, Ceramics Classes Later, the Spiders took a penalty Low net: Arlene LaTourette 34 Dylan Clark, Spencer Cassidy, Michael Fanwood Recreation will be kick that was saved when goalie 2nd: Peterson 35 Becky Krakora made a diving 3rd: Rusti Squires and Delores Veghte 37 Forgash, Michael Kent, Michael Lessner, sponsoring a ceramics class Matthew Munizi, David Pusar, Mat- later this month taught by snatch. Krakora added several big Low putts: Squires thew Reiss, Todd Saunders and Danny saves to keep the Rebels on top, 1- Birdie: Grimmer (hole 2) Marion Yotcoski, who has been Sullivan. teaching the class for a number 0, at the half. of years. The class will be on In the second half, Many, Dinizo Tuesdays and Thursdays from and Burke kept pushing the ball up 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., from No- to Sweeney and Cassie Zito on the vember 13 to December 20, at front line but were frustrated by CLEARANCE! 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UNION COUNTY BOARD With two minutes remaining, the OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Rebels calmly put together a text- Buyers Tour Your NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Date Adopted: October 25, 2001 book play when Many found Public Notice is hereby given that the Canfield who crossed to Burke. Home Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- When Burke could not get off a ers has awarded a contract without com- shot, she sent the ball across to petitive bidding as a professional service or Zito in the corner who banged in 24 Hours a Day... extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(M). This contract the winning goal to keep the Rebels and the resolution authorizing it is available as the only undefeated team in 121 East Broad Street, Westfield, NJ 908.233.4492 for public inspection in the Office of the their flight. ... through professionally produced moving Clerk of the Board. RESOLUTION NO.: 1083-2001 panoramic views. Make your home stand (Amending Resolution No. 828-2001) AWARDED TO: Merck Medco Prescrip- See it all on the Web! out on the Web! Call today for details. tion Program SERVICES: For the addition of the www.goleader.com 215 North Ave., West Retrospective Drug Utilization Review (DUR) feature. Westfield • (908) 232-5664 COST: At the cost of $0.10 per claim for PUBLIC NOTICE An independently owned & operated franchisee of The an estimated cost savings of $116,000. REALTOR® Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc., with other offices M. Elizabeth Genievich UNION COUNTY BOARD throughout New Jersey Clerk of the Board OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS 1 T – 11/01/01, The Leader Fee: $22.44 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Date Adopted: October 25, 2001 Public Notice is hereby given that the Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- ers has awarded a contract without com- petitive bidding as a professional service or extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- tract and the resolution authorizing it is available for public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Board. RESOLUTION NO.: 1060-2001 AWARDED TO: Partners Healthcare, 70 Jackson Drive, Cranford, New Jersey SERVICES: To continue to provide en- teral nutrition for the residents/patients who Westfield Office are tube fed and urological/ostomy sup- plies for the residents/patients at Runnells 185 Elm Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 Specialized Hospital. PERIOD: 12/1/01 — 11/30/02 COST: $40,500 Call 908-654-7777 M. Elizabeth Genievich Weichert Clerk of the Board 1 T – 11/01/01, The Leader Fee: $22.95 BUY FOR $2919 Working together PUBLIC NOTICE to give the UNION COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Niki Fry NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD American Dream Date Adopted: October 25, 2001 Top Lister Month of October Public Notice is hereby given that the ASK of Homeownership NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- CLEARANCE! Bronze Level 1998-1999 ers has awarded a contract without com- ABOUT a strong future petitive bidding as a professional service or Silver Level- 2000 extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- PRISTINE Weichert Million Dollar ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- Chatham- Custom home. Cul-de-sac, 4 Sales Marketed Club tract and the resolution authorizing it is Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Eat-In Kitchen, deck, available for public inspection in the Office fireplace, Park-like property. 2-car garage. of the Clerk of the Board. $569,900. (052-7835) RESOLUTION NO.: 1059-2001 www.weichert.com AWARDED TO: New Bold Address- ography, 450 Weaver Street, Rocky Mount, Virginia BUY FOR $1792 BUY FOR $1597 BUY FOR $2305 SERVICES: For the purchase of addressograph imprinters for Runnells Hos- pital pursuant to N.J.S.A. 30:9-87 & 88 through Healtcare Group Purchasing. COST: $3,985.36 M. Elizabeth Genievich Clerk of the Board 1 T – 11/01/01, The Leader Fee: $22.44 Louis Faruolo PUBLIC NOTICE MOVE RIGHT IN ! A LOT TO OFFER NEW LISTING Top Sales Month of October UNION COUNTY BOARD Clark- Spacious split, refinished floors, Mountainside- Very light, bright, charm- Mountainside- Immaculate condition Split, Broker / Sales Representative OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS new carpet in Formal Dining Room & ing Ranch, updated Kitchen, separate eating new Kitchen, Formal Dining Room, Family NJAR Distinguished Sales Club NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Date Adopted: October 25, 2001 Family Room, patio, roof is 2 years old, area, beautiful large flat lot, completely fenced. Room off Kitchen, Living Room with fire- MJAR Million Dollar Sales Club great size lot, 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths. Not a drive by! $319,900. (052-7905) place, 3 Bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths. $450,000. Public Notice is hereby given that the (052-7872) Silver Level- 1997, 1998, 2000 Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- $349,900. (052-7806) ers has awarded a contract without com- Weichert 100 Marketed & Sales Club petitive bidding as a professional service or BUY FOR $3329 BUY FOR $ 2701 BUY FOR $3581 Ambassador’s Club extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- tract and the resolution authorizing it is available for public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Board. RESOLUTION NO.: 1066-2001 AWARDED TO: IFC Consulting, Inc., 9300 Lee Highway, Fairfax, Virginia SERVICES: For the purpose of providing facilitation and management services for the 2001 Economic and Workforce Develop- ONE OF A KIND 2 BLOCKS TO TOWN EXECUTIVE SPLIT ment Leadership Summit to the County of Springfield- Executive style Contempo- Westfield- Stunning Colonial residence with Westfield- Beautiful expanded Split with Union who has been designated Administra- rary Split, 2 BR + Den, Fam Room with impeccable charm & upgrades throughout, gourmet Kitchen, 5 Large Bedroom, 3 tive Agent for the conference being held on fireplace, Eat-In Kitchen w/ skylight, 3 firplaces, 2 car garage, 1st floor Family updated Baths, Family Room, Sunroom, October 25, 2001 through October 26, 2001. Recreation Room, 2 fireplaces, large prop- COST: $19,510 FDR, Living Room, great Master Bed- Room +++. $539,000. (052-7913) erty with inground pool & yard. M. Elizabeth Genievich room. $649,900. (052-7805). $699,000. (052-7911) Clerk of the Board 1 T – 11/01/01, The Leader Fee: $23.97 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, November 1, 2001 Page 21

WTA MIXED DOUBLES CHAMPS...Irondi and Lisa Aliche recently defeated WTA MEN’S DOUBLES CHAMPS...Bill Wilhelm and Mike Gonnella recently WTA WOMEN’S DOUBLES CHAMPS...Barbara Goldberg and Carol Valla Clara and Adam Karnish, 7-6 (7-4), 4-6, 6-4, for the Westfield Tennis Associa- defeated Irondi Aliche and Mike McGlynn, 7-6 (7-5), 6-1, for the Westfield recently defeated Margaret Kuehn and Hilary Abromowitz, 6-4, 6-4, for the tion Mixed Doubles Championship. Pictured, left to right, are: Irondi Aliche, Tennis Association Men’s Doubles Championship. Pictured, left to right, are: Westfield Tennis Association Women’s Doubles Championship. Pictured, left Lisa Aliche, Clara Karnish and Adam Karnish. Aliche, McGlynn, Wilhelm and Gonnella. to right, are: Goldberg, Valla, Kuehn and Abromowitz.

Rosarians to Gather Boy Scouts to Collect Food African Violet Group Red Cross Chapter Assists At Parish Center WESTFIELD – On Thursday, To Meet Saturday For Needy in ‘Good Turn’ Those Touched by Tragedy November 8, the Rosary Altar Soci- SCOTCH PLAINS – The Union ety of St. Helen’s and Holy Trinity County Chapter of the African Vio- AREA – Boy Scouts, Webelos and County will collect food to benefit let Society will meet at 1 p.m. this Cub Scouts from throughout Union WESTFIELD – The Westfield/ families at the New Jersey Family Roman Catholic churches will hold local food banks during the annual Mountainside Chapter of the Ameri- their meeting at noon in the St. Saturday, November 3, in the Good Turn called “Scouting For Food.” Assistance Center established by can Red Cross is currently providing Helen’s Parish Center on Lamberts Scotch Plains Public Library, 1927 On the weekend of November 10, Acting Governor Donald T. Susanna Wesley assistance to the eight local families DiFrancesco. Mill Road in Westfield. Bartle Avenue in Scotch Plains. parent-supervised scouts will distrib- who lost loved ones in the September Attendees are asked to bring a The program will be entitled “Vio- To be Recalled ute specially-marked bags or descrip- The Westfield/Mountainside chap- 11 terrorist attacks. “bag lunch,” and refreshments will let Bingo” and all are invited to tive requests to homes in their as- ter reported that its October 10 blood At Church Program In addition to financial assistance, drive was a success. Another drive is be served. Guest speaker Helen attend. signed neighborhoods. support has been given in the form of Snyder will discuss “Wonders of SCOTCH PLAINS — The First Homeowners are asked to fill a bag scheduled for Wednesday, Decem- counseling to address grief and heal- Mary.” All are welcome. United Methodist Church of Scotch with nourishing, non-perishable, not- ber 12. Individuals interested in do- Plains has invited the community to ing. Red Cross mental health work- nating blood to meet future needs are PUBLIC NOTICE in-glass food products that can be ers are paying special attention to the PUBLIC NOTICE attend “Just Susanna,” a solo pre- stocked at a food pantry, and put the asked to call the chapter to be put on UNION COUNTY BOARD children affected by the catastrophe. OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS sentation by Roberta Nobleman, on bags out for pickup early on the a list. UNION COUNTY BOARD Based on individual needs assessed OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Sunday, November 4, at 7 p.m. in following Saturday, November 17 American Red Cross disaster as- by the Chapter Family Service Team, sistance is provided to people in need NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Date Adopted: October 25, 2001 the church sanctuary, located at 1171 (unless a different time is called for Public Notice is hereby given that the the Red Cross has also provided im- free of charge. Anyone who could Date Adopted: October 25, 2001 Terrill Road. in a note with the bag). Public Notice is hereby given that the Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- mediate cash grants for funeral ex- ers has awarded a contract without com- Ms. Nobleman will appear in the The scouts will return to the same benefit from these services may call Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- penses and the payment of house- ers has awarded a contract without com- petitive bidding as a professional service or role of Susanna Wesley, the mother homes they visited previously to take the Westfield chapter at (908) 232- hold bills. Tax-free financial assis- 7090. petitive bidding as a professional service or extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- of the founder of Methodism. As the bags to a local food pantry. The ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- tance will continue, as further needs Individuals interested in volunteer- extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- such, she will describe the trials, donations will be used to prepare ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- tract and the resolution authorizing it is are determined. available for public inspection in the Office tribulations, joys and blessings that Thanksgiving baskets and to serve ing are also asked to contact the tract and the resolution authorizing it is Transportation, lodging and main- available for public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Board. made up her life. needy families throughout the winter. chapter. There is currently a particu- tenance costs for family members lar need to register skilled medical of the Clerk of the Board. RESOLUTION NO.: 1071-2001 Born in England, Ms. Noble- Scout units participating in the AWARDED TO: Nicholas J. Netta Archi- required to travel to support loved workers, nurses and physicians. RESOLUTION NO.: 1062-2001 man specializes in one-woman per- food drive at this time are part of the AWARDED TO: Choice Rehab Inc., 1930 tects and Associates, 823 South Spring- ones were also covered. Representa- field Avenue, Springfield, New Jersey formances. She studied theater at Mountainside-based Patriots’ Path For more information on how fami- Marlton, Cherry Hill, New Jersey tives from the local chapter attended SERVICES: To provide occupational SERVICES: For the purpose of conduct- the London Theater School and Council of Boy Scouts of America. lies can prepare for a disaster, please the Sorbonne. After her marriage memorial services and Red Cross visit www.redcross.org. Households therapy services to the residents/patients of ing a feasibility study and cost analysis for a Runnells Specialized Hospital. new recreation facility at Rahway Park, and move to New Jersey in 1970, volunteers provided refreshments for are encouraged to create an emer- PERIOD: 12/1/01-11/30/02 Rahway, New Jersey she taught at Fairleigh Dickinson, PUBLIC NOTICE mourners and police. gency communications plan, estab- COST: Not to exceed $666,120 COST: Not to exceed $16,800 M. Elizabeth Genievich Montclair State and Kean univer- UNION COUNTY BOARD Counseling is available for anyone lish a meeting place, assemble a di- M. Elizabeth Genievich who is experiencing symptoms of Clerk of the Board Clerk of the Board sities. OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS saster supplies kit and check the 1 T – 11/01/01, The Leader Fee: $22.44 There is no admission charge for NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD post-traumatic stress or depression. children’s school emergency plan. 1 T – 11/01/01, The Leader Fee: $21.42 Date Adopted: October 25, 2001 this program, which is geared to- Individuals may call the Westfield/ Brochures on these topics are avail- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that the Mountainside Red Cross chapter at able at the Westfield/Mountainside ward children and adults. Parking is Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- UNION COUNTY BOARD available to the side and rear of the ers has awarded a contract without com- (908) 232-7090 or the national Red Red Cross chapter. UNION COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS building. For further information, petitive bidding as a professional service or Cross toll-free “compassion, assis- NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD please call (908) 322-9222 or (908) tance and information hotline” at 1- Date Adopted: October 25, 2001 Date Adopted: October 25, 2001 ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that the 322-8632. tract and the resolution authorizing it is 866-438-4636. Public Notice is hereby given that the TOWN OF WESTFIELD Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- available for public inspection in the Office The hotline is staffed 24 hours a ers has awarded a contract without com- of the Clerk of the Board. ers has awarded a contract without com- PUBLIC NOTICE day, seven days a week. Since the Public Notice is hereby given that ordi- petitive bidding as a professional service or petitive bidding as a professional service or RESOLUTION NO.: 1055-2001 nances as follows were passed and adopted crisis began, the local Red Cross extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- TOWN OF WESTFIELD AWARDED TO: James M. Burke, Esq., by the Council of the Town of Westfield at a ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT of Mackevich, Burke & Stanicki, 1435 Raritan office, located at 321 Elm Street in ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- meeting thereof held October 30, 2001. tract and the resolution authorizing it is tract and the resolution authorizing it is Road, Clark, New Jersey Westfield, has also been open seven Bernard A. Heeney REVISED MEETING DATE available for public inspection in the Office available for public inspection in the Office SERVICES: To provide an expert com- Town Clerk days a week. of the Clerk of the Board. of the Clerk of the Board. In compliance with N.J.S.A. 10:4-8D prehensive analysis of the law and legal In response to recent threats made RESOLUTION NO.: 1057-2001 (Open Public Meetings Act), the Board of opinion relating to the County’s position GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1790 RESOLUTION NO.: 1082-2001 by terrorists, the Westfield chapter AWARDED TO: Leevon N. Coles, 654 AWARDED TO: Halecon Inc., 136 Billian Adjustment wishes to advise the public of its concerning any tax refund that may be due AN ORDINANCE TO REPEAL Street, Bridgewater, New Jersey revised meeting date. The December meet- to the County from the IRS. has compiled an extensive list of Jerusalem Road, Scotch Plains, New Jersey GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. SERVICES: To provide religious services SERVICES: To provide additional site ing will be held on December 17, 2001 at COST: Not to exceed $5,000 Disaster Services volunteers, catego- 1617 AND TO AMEND THE for the Protestant residents/patients at elevation work and new fencing at the 7:30 p.m. in the Municipal Building, 425 M. Elizabeth Genievich rized by skills. CODE OF THE TOWN OF Rahway River Park Tennis Court. East Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey in Clerk of the Board Runnells Specialized Hospital. Introduction to Disaster Services WESTFIELD, CHAPTER 33, PERIOD: 11/1/01-10/31/02 COST: $35,198, for a new contract the Council Chambers. The Board will also 1 T – 11/01/01, The Leader Fee: $22.95 TITLED “HAZARDOUS AND COST: Not to exceed $8,000 amount of $105,048 meet at 7:00 p.m. on the same date in the Training and Mass Care courses have NON-HAZARDOUS WASTE, M. Elizabeth Genievich M. Elizabeth Genievich Mayor’s Conference Room for a work ses- been given at the chapter and will GARBAGE AND REFUSE” TO PUBLIC NOTICE Clerk of the Board Clerk of the Board sion which the public may attend but may ADD A NEW ARTICLE VII CON- continue as course registration is 1 T – 11/01/01, The Leader Fee: $21.42 1 T – 11/01/01, The Leader Fee: $21.42 not participate in. UNION COUNTY BOARD filled. First Aid and Cardiopulmo- CERNING THE COLLECTION Colleen Mayer, Secretary OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF SOLID WASTE AND RE- Board of Adjustment NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD nary Resuscitation training are also CYCLABLE MATERIALS. 1 T – 11/01/01, The Leader Fee: $17.34 ongoing.
 

Date Adopted: October 25, 2001 SPECIAL ORDINANCE NO. 2035 Sales Associate Public Notice is hereby given that the Two newly-trained Disaster Ser- PUBLIC NOTICE Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- vices volunteers, Randye Maisel and AN ORDINANCE TO VACATE ers has awarded a contract without com- Mary Alice Ryan of Westfield, re- A PORTION OF AMY DRIVE          NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT petitive bidding as a professional service or 1 T – 11/01/01, The Leader Fee: $23.97 FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- cently traveled to Jersey City to help 1994 - 2000 THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- CONTRACTOR: The Whitman Compa- tract and the resolution authorizing it is [email protected] nies, Inc., 44 West Ferris Street, East available for public inspection in the Office Brunswick, New Jersey 08816 of the Clerk of the Board. NATURE OF SERVICE: Appointed for RESOLUTION NO.: 1061-2001 Contact Hye-Young Choi Today environmental examination of real property AWARDED TO: Uniform Data Manage- located at 2460-2470 Plainfield Avenue ment Service, 232 Parker Hall, State Uni- Unique & Distinctive- for The Perfect Home! more particularly described as Block No. versity, Buffalo South Campus, 3435 Main 6502 Lots Nos. 5 and 6 in the Township of Street, Buffalo, New York Scotch Plains. SERVICES: To provide specified data Stoneleigh Park OPEN HOUSE, Nov. 4, 1 - 4 PM DURATION: As needed. compilation, reporting services and new AMOUNT: Not to exceed $4,600. computer software package to Runnells 20 Greensview Drive, Scotch Plains THE RESOLUTION AND CONTRACT Specialized Hospital. FOR SAME ARE ON FILE IN THE OF- PERIOD: 1/1/02-12/31/02 FICE OF THE TOWNSHIP CLERK. COST: Not to exceed $8,995.00 BARBARA RIEPE M. Elizabeth Genievich TOWNSHIP CLERK Clerk of the Board 1 T – 11/01/01, The Times Fee: $18.36 1 T – 11/01/01, The Leader Fee: $23.97

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Announced by St. Paul’s HELP WANTED HELP WANTED VOLUNTEERS NEEDED WESTFIELD – St. Paul’s Episco- Sale hours will be Friday from SALES pal Church, located at 414 East Broad Westfield Volunteer Rescue 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Saturday’s MANAGER Squad seeks persons willing to Street, will host its annual fall Bou- Bag Day will be held from 9:30 to 11 ASSISTANT MANAGER train as Emergency Medical tique and Rummage Sale on Friday a.m. The entrance to the sale will be OUR SUCCESS IS and Saturday, November 9 and 10. Technicians. No prior exp. needed. from the alcove entrance outside the OFF THE SCALE! Valid NJ Driv. Lic., req., min. 4 The event will combine the Parish Hall on St. Paul’s Street. There LA Weight Loss Centers, a rap- hrs/wk. We offer 24 hr. coverage. Children’s Sale with the biannual is no admission fee and all are wel- idly expanding leader in the $40 Boutique and Rummage Sale. Wkday 9am - 1 pm or 1-5pm slots come. Billion weight loss industry, is are perfect for parents of school Children’s furniture and toys, in ad- For more information on dona- seeking sales and service pro- dition to infant and children’s cloth- children. Childcare reimburse- tions, volunteering and post-sale fessionals to staff our location ment available! ing, will be available. outreach, please call the church at in SCOTCH PLAINS. Success- The Boutique will again feature (908) 232-8506. Seeks trainees as Dispatchers. Min. ful candidates must have a ser- 2 hrs./wk. All training provided. antiques, jewelry, china, silver and vice-oriented demeanor, strong glass, as well as nearly new and Call the Recruiting Team at HELP WANTED communication skills & the abil- (908) 233-2500 for details designer clothing. General inventory ity to close sales. 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Broad St., Westfield HELP WANTED CHILDCARE county and to other disaster relief Children’s items, jewelry, antiques, organizations. Real Estate A Choice Nanny • Since 1983 china, clothing, h&h. Excellent Childcare Matches New Jersey’s fastest growing PUBLIC NOTICE Live In/Out • Full/ Part Time FOR SALE real estate company is looking UNION COUNTY BOARD for a few good agents! We are (908) 754-9090 OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Child’s Bellini bedroom set, located in the heart of Westfield. NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD bleached oak, 2 dressers, Please call (908) 232-5664 INSTRUCTION Date Adopted: October 25, 2001 nighttable, twin trundle bed. for a confidential interview. Public Notice is hereby given that the Originally $3,800. Asking $600. PIANO LESSONS Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Prudential New Jersey ers has awarded a contract without com- Call (646) 336-6519 days or AGES 8 AND OLDER petitive bidding as a professional service or (908) 561-4414 evenings Properties (908) 889-4095 extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- www.PruNewJersey.com ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- GARAGE SALE Independently owned AUTO FOR SALE tract and the resolution authorizing it is & operated available for public inspection in the Office 1993 Saturn SL2. 62,000 miles. of the Clerk of the Board. Saturday, November 3 9 a.m. — 2 p.m. Auto., AC, all power, alarm, great RESOLUTION NO.: 1058-2001 HELP WANTED condition. Original owner. $3,900 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times AWARDED TO: Moore North America, 567 Colonial Ave., Westfield HAPPY WITH “OLD GLORY”...Brandi Brezina of Clark is very comfortable 300 Lanidey Plaza, Parsippany, New Jersey Toys and household items. Counter person for drycleaner. P/T. or best offer. sitting underneath “Old Glory” at an establishment in Mountainside. Every- SERVICES: For design and printing of (732) 882-1153 Do Not Resuscitate Forms and patient/resi- Fanwood area.Saturdays a must. where you go our American flag flows proudly, signifying our strength. dent Valuables Envelope. (908) 322-8471 COST: Not to exceed $2,223.73 See it all on the Web! APARTMENT FOR RENT PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE M. Elizabeth Genievich HELP WANTED Westfield — large one Bedroom, Clerk of the Board www.goleader.com TOWN OF WESTFIELD 1 T – 11/01/01, The Leader Fee: $20.91 many custom features, gleaming Part time employment hardwood flrs, lots of closet space, Pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 40A:5-7, the following summary of the books and opportunity: accounts of the Town of Westfield for the fiscal year 2000, as made by Suplee, Clooney & PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE garage avail., rent includes heat, Company, is hereby published and is on file at the Town Clerk’s Office and may be inspected Westfield law firm seeks recep- hot water & central air, $1,325/mo. TOWN OF WESTFIELD by any interested person. tionist/clerk to work 20 hours Call (908) 232-5565 Bernard A. Heeney, Jr. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following proposed bond ordinance was introduced per week. Hours flexible. Town Clerk and passed on first reading at a meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Westfield, in Call (908) 232-2040 the County of Union, State of New Jersey, held on the 30th day of October, 2001, and that FURNITURE FOR SALE SUMMARY OR SYNOPSIS OF AUDIT REPORT FOR PUBLICATION said ordinance will be taken up for further consideration for final passage at the meeting of SUMMARY OR SYNOPSIS OF 2000 AUDIT REPORT said Town Council to be held at the Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, HELP WANTED 5-piece cherry Ethan Allen bed- OF TOWN OF WESTFIELD AS REQUIRED BY N.J.S. 40A:5-7 New Jersey on the 20th day of November, 2001, at 8:00 o’clock, P.M., or as soon thereafter room set, cherry drop-leaf dining as said matter can be reached, at which time and place all persons who may be interested Shampoo assistant in hair salon. COMBINED COMPARATIVE BALANCE SHEETS room table, pair arrowback chairs, therein will be given an opportunity to be heard concerning the same. Daytime hours. 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. sofabed, chaise. DECEMBER DECEMBER A copy of this ordinance has been posted on the Bulletin Board upon which public notices Call Jackie or Debbie 31, 2000 31, 1999 are customarily posted in the Municipal Building of the Town, and a copy is available up to Call (908) 757-1742 for appt., and including the time of such meeting to the members of the general public of the Town who (908) 322-8666 and leave message ASSETS shall request such copies, at the office of the Clerk in said Municipal Building in Westfield, Cash and Investments $ 15,363,445.23 $ 17,380,414.02 New Jersey. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Taxes, Assessments and Bernard A. Heeney Liens Receivable 803,134.81 944,580.28 Town Clerk TOWN OF WESTFIELD Property Acquired for Taxes - Town of Westfield BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Assessed Value 312,720.00 312,720.00 County of Union The Board of Adjustment of the Town of Westfield, New Jersey will meet on Monday Accounts Receivable 1,440,536.73 1,318,122.57 State of New Jersey November 19, 2001 in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Fixed Capital 1,956,443.67 1,956,443.67 Street, Westfield, New Jersey at 7:30 p.m. to hear and consider the following appeals for SPECIAL ORDINANCE NO. Deferred Charges to Future Taxation - variance from the requirements of the Westfield Land Use Ordinance: BOND ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE THE RENOVATION AND RECONSTRUC- Current Fund 51,500.00 TION OF THE MEMORIAL POOL COMPLEX IN, BY AND FOR THE SWIMMING 1. John and Nancy Doyle, 849 Winyah Avenue seeking permission to erect an one General Capital Fund 5,349,828.10 4,012,428.10 POOL UTILITY OF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD, IN THE COUNTY OF UNION, story addition contrary to the requirements of Section 11.07 E7 of the Land Use TOTAL ASSETS $ 25,226,108.54 $ 25,976,208.64 STATE OF NEW JERSEY, TO APPROPRIATE THE SUM OF $1,700,000 TO PAY Ordinance. Applicant proposes a rear yard set back of 23 feet (present is 25 feet). THE COST THEREOF, TO MAKE A DOWN PAYMENT, TO AUTHORIZE THE Ordinance requires 35 feet. LIABILITIES, RESERVES AND FUND BALANCES ISSUANCE OF BONDS TO FINANCE SUCH APPROPRIATION AND TO PROVIDE 2. Matthew and Patricia Felix, 531 Hillcrest Avenue seeking permission to erect an Bonds and Notes Payable $ 656,000.00 FOR THE ISSUANCE OF BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES IN ANTICIPATION OF addition contrary to the requirements of Section 11.09 E.6. and 12.04 of the Land Improvement Authorizations 2,525,126.55 2,797,801.43 THE ISSUANCE OF SUCH BONDS. Use Ordinance. Side yard set back proposed of 6.8 feet. Ordinance requires 10.0 Other Liabilities and Special Funds 14,151,345.27 14,936,488.47 feet. Maximum lot coverage proposed is 20.93%. Ordinance allows 20%. BE IT ORDAINED by the Town Council of the Town of Westfield, in the County of Union, Amortization of Debt for Fixed Capital 3. Cheryl Oberdorf, 30 Gallowae seeking permission to erect an addition in rear of State of New Jersey, as follows: Acquired or Authorized 1,956,443.67 1,900,635.37 property contrary to the requirements of Section 11.07 E.7., 12.04 F.1. and 12.04 Section 1. The Town of Westfield (the “Town”), in the County of Union, State of New Jersey Reserve for Certain Assets Receivable 2,156,344.23 1,993,676.53 F.2. of the Land Use Ordinance. Minimum rear yard set back proposed of 29 feet. is hereby authorized to improve the Swimming Pool Utility of the Town by the renovation and Fund Balance 4,436,848.82 3,691,606.84 Ordinance requires 35 feet. Maximum allowable building coverage proposed is reconstruction of the Westfield Memorial Pool Complex in the Town. Said Swimming Pool 20.6%. Ordinance allows 20%. Maximum allowable building coverage with deck Utility improvement shall include the provision of professional services and acquisition and proposed is 22.6%. Ordinance allows 22%. TOTAL LIABILITIES, RESERVES installation of equipment, machinery, apparatus and all other work, materials and appurte- 4. Mary and Gary Landriau, 703 Highland Avenue seeking permission to erect an AND FUND BALANCE $ 25,226,108.54 $ 25,976,208.64 nances necessary and suitable therefore. addition in rear of property contrary to the requirements of Section 11.06 E.6. of the Section 2. The sum of $1,700,000 is hereby appropriated to the payment of the cost of Land Use Ordinance. Minimum side yard setback proposed (and present) is 11.6 making the improvement described in Section 1 hereof (hereafter referred to as “purpose”). feet. Ordinance requires 15 feet. COMPARATIVE STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS Said appropriation shall be met from the proceeds of the sale of the bonds authorized and 5. Steven and Martina Frommeyer, 1061 Lamberts Mill Road seeking permission to AND CHANGE IN FUND BALANCE - CURRENT FUND the down payment appropriated by this ordinance. Said improvements shall be made as retain a fence and trellis on property contrary to the requirements of Section 13.02 general improvements and no part of the cost thereof shall be assessed against property YEAR 2000 YEAR 1999 H.1. and 12.07 C of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance does not allow trellis to be specially benefited. located in side or front yard. Maximum allowable height of fence in front and street REVENUE AND OTHER INCOME REALIZED Section 3. It is hereby determined and stated that (1) said purpose is not a current expense side yards proposed is 6 feet. Ordinance allows only 4 feet in height. of said Town, and (2) it is necessary to finance said purpose by the issuance of obligations Fund Balance Utilized $ 2,345,000.00 $ 2,125,000.00 6. Ronald E. Moss, 622 Embree Crescent seeking permission to retain a fence on of said Town pursuant to the Local Bond Law (Chapter 2 of Title 40A of the New Jersey Miscellaneous - From Other Than Local property with finished/preferred side not facing the abutting properties contrary to Statutes, as amended; the “Local Bond Law”), and (3) the estimated cost of said purpose Property Tax Levies 10,254,198.35 10,446,493.79 the requirements of Section 12.07G of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance requires is $1,700,000, and (4) $81,000 of said sum is to be provided by the down payment hereinafter Collection of Delinquent Taxes and finished/preferred side to face abutting properties. appropriated to finance said purpose, and (5) the estimated maximum amount of bonds or Tax Title Liens 926,969.06 822,773.12 7. Glenn Alling d/b/a Elm Street Texaco, 138 Elm Street seeking permission to erect notes necessary to be issued for said purpose is $1,619,000, and (6) the cost of such Collection of Current Tax Levy 76,706,071.64 73,636,691.55 an elevated canopy above existing fuel pumps contrary to the requirements of purpose, as hereinbefore stated, includes the aggregate amount of $145,000 which is Section 13.03 D(1), (3), (4), and (6) of the Land Use Ordinance. Applicant proposes TOTAL INCOME $ 90,232,239.05 $ 87,030,958.46 estimated to be necessary to finance the cost of such purpose, including architect’s fees, area covered by proposed canopy to be 1,200 square feet (2 fuel dispensers). accounting, engineering and inspection costs, legal expenses and other expenses, including EXPENDITURES Ordinance allows 1,000 square feet. Proposed location of canopy to front property interest on such obligations to the extent permitted by Section 20 of the Local Bond Law. line is 2 feet-8 inches. Ordinance requires 35 feet. Proposed location of canopy to Budget Expenditures $ 22,513,375.04 $ 21,884,168.60 Section 4. It is hereby determined and stated that moneys exceeding $81,000, appropri- side property line is 12 feet-2 inches. Ordinance requires 15 feet. Proposed County Taxes 15,085,671.33 14,537,132.96 ated for down payments on capital improvements or for the capital improvement fund in horizontal illumination level is 1.1 foot-candles. Ordinance allows 0.5 foot-candles. Local School Taxes 48,330,255.50 46,623,859.50 Swimming Pool Utility budgets heretofore adopted for said Town, are now available to 8. Thomas P. Bonard, 102 Connecticut Street seeking permission to retain trellis and Special Improvement District Tax 299,861.43 290,088.00 finance said purpose. The sum of $81,000 is hereby appropriated from such moneys to the fence on property contrary to the requirements of Section 12.07 C and 13.02 H.1. Other Expenditures 943,051.00 615,530.50 payment of the cost of said purpose. of the Land Use Ordinance. Applicant proposes fence located in street side yard with Section 5. To finance said purpose, bonds of said Town of an aggregate principal amount TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 87,172,214.30 $ 83,950,779.56 a maximum height of 6 feet. Ordinance allows 4 feet. Also proposes is a trellis in side not exceeding $1,619,000 are hereby authorized to be issued pursuant to the Local Bond yard. Ordinance allows only in rear yards. Excess in Revenue $ 3,060,024.75 $ 3,080,178.90 Law. Said bonds shall bear interest at a rate per annum as may be hereafter determined 9. Doug and Kara Paoletti, 420 Kimball Avenue seeking permission to erect a wrap within the limitations prescribed by law. All matters with respect to said bonds not determined Adjustment to Income Before Fund Balance: around front/side porch contrary to the requirements of Section 12.03 D and 12.04 F.1. by this ordinance shall be determined by resolutions to be hereafter adopted. of the Land Use Ordinance. Front yard setback to reflect established pattern proposed Expenditures Included above which are by Statute Section 6. To finance said purpose, bond anticipation notes of said Town of an aggregate is 18.96 feet. Ordinance requires estimated front yard setback (average), which is Deferred Charges to Budgets of Succeeding Years 0.00 51,500.00 principal amount not exceeding $1,619,000 are hereby authorized to be issued pursuant to 20.16 feet. Maximum lot coverage proposed is (full porch) 20.75% and (1/2 porch) the Local Bond Law in anticipation of the issuance of said bonds. In the event that bonds are Statutory Excess to Fund Balance $ 3,060,024.75 $ 3,131,678.90 18.51%. Ordinance allows 20%. issued pursuant to this ordinance, the aggregate amount of notes hereby authorized to be 10. Gerard and Lori Gouldson, 519 Parkview Avenue seeking permission to erect a two Fund Balance, January 1 3,265,656.85 2,258,977.95 issued shall be reduced by an amount equal to the principal amount of the bonds so issued. story addition and rebuild a garage contrary to the requirements of Section 11.08 If the aggregate amount of outstanding bonds and notes issued pursuant to this ordinance $ 6,325,681.60 $ 5,390,656.85 E.10. and 13.01 G.1.C. of the Land Use Ordinance. Maximum allowable building shall at any time exceed the sum first mentioned in this section, the moneys raised by coverage proposed is 22.4%. Ordinance allows 20%. Accessory structure over 500 Less: Utilization as Anticipated Revenue 2,345,000.00 2,125,000.00 issuance of said bonds shall, to not less than the amount of such excess, be applied to the square feet must be setback 10 feet from side and rear property lines. Applicant payment of such notes then outstanding. Fund Balance, December 31 $ 3,980,681.60 $ 3,265,656.85 proposes a setback of 5 feet. Section 7. Each bond anticipation note issued pursuant to this ordinance shall be dated 11. Joseph Bountempo, 1020 South Avenue West seeking permission to erect a one COMPARATIVE STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS on or about the date of its issuance and shall be payable not more than one year from its date, story garage and pave a parking area in the rear contrary to the requirements of AND CHANGE IN FUND BALANCE shall bear interest at a rate per annum as may be hereafter determined within the limitations Section 11.28 f (2) (b), f (3) (B) and f (10) and (11) of the Land Use Ordinance. SWIMMING POOL UTILITY OPERATING FUND prescribed by law and may be renewed from time to time pursuant to and within limitations Minimum lot width required is 60 feet and area within 134 feet of front street sideline prescribed by the Local Bond Law. Each of said bond anticipation notes shall be signed by YEAR 2000 YEAR 1999 requires 8,000 square feet. Applicant proposes 50 feet and 6,700 square feet. the Mayor and by a financial officer and shall be under the seal of said Town and attested Minimum lot frontage required is 60 feet. Applicant proposes 50 feet. Maximum REVENUE AND OTHER INCOME REALIZED by the Town Clerk or Deputy Town Clerk. Said officers are hereby authorized to execute said building coverage proposed is 23.6%. Ordinance requires 20%. Maximum coverage notes in such form as they may adopt in conformity with law. The power to determine any Fund Balance Utilized $ 64,000.00 $ 56,650.00 by improvements proposed is 62.5%. Ordinance allows 50%. matters with respect to said notes not determined by this ordinance and also the power to Collection of Pool Fees 533,059.00 510,899.00 12. Robert and Janet Smith, 202 West Dudley Avenue seeking permission to erect a sell said notes, is hereby delegated to the Chief Financial Officer who is hereby authorized Miscellaneous From Other Than Pool Fees 84,791.40 63,462.62 wrap around front porch contrary to the requirements of Section 12.03 D of the Land to sell said notes either at one time or from time to time in the manner provided by law. Use Ordinance. Front yard setback proposed is 34.95 feet. Ordinance requires front TOTAL INCOME $ 681,850.40 $ 631,011.62 Section 8. It is hereby determined and declared that the period of usefulness of said yard setback to be the estimated front yard, which is 50.07 feet. purpose, according to its reasonable life, is a period of fifteen years computed from the date EXPENDITURES 13. Christopher Cook, 115 Grove Street West seeking permission to erect a fence and of said bonds. two story addition and erect a fence contrary to the requirements of Section 12.07D, Budget Expenditures: Section 9. It is hereby determined and stated that the Supplemental Debt Statement 12.07 C, 11.09 E.6. and 12.04 F.1. of the Land Use Ordinance. Maximum allowable Operating $ 502,365.00 $ 473,642.00 required by the Local Bond Law has been duly made and filed in the office of the Town Clerk fence height located in side or rear yard proposed is 7 feet. Ordinance allows 6 feet. Capital Improvements 2,407.00 2,308.00 of said Town, and that such statement so filed shows that the gross debt of said town, as Maximum allowable fence height located in front yard proposed is 6 feet. Ordinance Debt Service 56,151.84 60,925.00 defined in Section 43 of the Local Bond Law, is increased by this ordinance by $1,619,000 allows 4 feet. Minimum side yard setback to commercial property proposed is 4.9 Deferred Charges and Statutory Expenditures 29,688.00 28,625.00 and that the issuance of the bonds and notes authorized by this ordinance will be within all feet. Ordinance requires 10 feet. Maximum building coverage proposed is 23.5%. debt limitations prescribed by said Local Bond Law. TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 590,611.84 $ 565,500.00 Ordinance allows 20%. Section 10. Any funds received from the County of Union, the State of New Jersey or any 14. Mitch and Cindy Aronson, 14 Stoneleigh Park seeking permission to erect a one- Excess (Deficit) in Revenue $ 91,238.56 $ 65,511.62 of their agencies or any funds received from the United States of America or any of its story addition contrary to the requirements of Section 11.05 E.6. of the Land Use agencies in aid of such purpose, shall be applied to the payment of the cost of such purpose, Fund Balance, January 1 208,436.24 199,574.62 Ordinance. Minimum side yard setback proposed is 9.39 feet. Ordinance requires or, if bond anticipation notes have been issued, to the payment of the bond anticipation notes, $ 299,674.80 $ 265,086.24 15 feet. and the amount of bonds authorized for such purpose shall be reduced accordingly. 15. Amanda Zachariades, 436 Hillside Avenue seeking permission to erect a front porch Less: Utilization as Anticipated Revenue 64,000.00 56,650.00 Section 11. The Town intends to issue the bonds or notes to finance the cost of the and cabana at one end of the pool contrary to the requirements of Section 12.03 D improvements described in Section 1 of this bond ordinance. If the Town incurs such costs Fund Balance, December 31 $ 235,674.80 $ 208,436.24 and 13.01 G.1. (a) of the Land Use Ordinance. Front yard depth proposed is 47.18 prior to the issuance of the bonds or notes, the Town hereby states its reasonable expectation feet. Ordinance requires estimated front yard depth, which is 49.86 feet. Rear yard to reimburse itself for such expenditures with the proceeds of such bonds or notes in the RECOMMENDATIONS setback for cabana proposed is 40.44 feet. Ordinance requires 50 feet. maximum principal amount of bonds or notes authorized by this bond ordinance. 16. David and Laura Linenberg, 303 Harrison Avenue seeking permission to erect an That all departmental bank accounts be reconciled on a monthly basis. Section 12. The full faith and credit of the Town are hereby pledged to the punctual addition contrary to the requirements of Section 11.09 E.5. and 12.04 F of the Land payment of the principal of and the interest on the obligations authorized by this ordinance. That all departmental receipts collected be remitted monthly to the Town Treasurer. Use Ordinance. Street side yard setback proposed is 12.5 feet. Ordinance requires Said obligations shall be direct, unlimited, and general obligations of the Town, and the Town 20 feet. Maximum building coverage proposed is 21.5%. Ordinance allows 20%. That all employee compensation be authorized by the Mayor and Town Council. shall levy ad valorem taxes upon all the taxable real property within the Town for the payment 17. Ann Madaras, 102 Surrey Lane seeking permission to erect an addition contrary to of the principal of and interest of such bonds and notes, without limitation as to rate or amount. A Corrective Action Plan, which outlines actions the Town of Westfield will take to correct the requirements of Section 12.04 F.1. and 11.08 E.7. of the Land Use Ordinance. Section 13. The capital budget is hereby amended to conform with the provisions of this the findings listed above, will be prepared in accordance with federal and state requirements. Maximum allowable coverage by buildings proposed is 21.5%. Ordinance allows ordinance to the extent of any inconsistency therewith and the resolutions promulgated by A copy of it will be placed on file and made available for public inspection in the Office of the 20%. Minimum rear yard set back proposed is 31 feet-1 inch. Ordinance requires the Local Finance Board showing full detail of the amended capital budget and capital Town Clerk in the Town of Westfield. 35 feet. program as approved by the Director, Division of Local Government Services, is on file with The above summary or synopsis was prepared from the report of audit of the Town of the Town Clerk and is available for public inspection. Documentation of the above is on file in the Office of the Town Engineer, 959 North Avenue Westfield, County of Union, for the calendar year 2000. This report of audit, submitted by Suplee, Section 14. All contracts, expenditures, encumbrances and charges made pursuant to West, Westfield, New Jersey and may be seen Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Clooney & Company, Registered Municipal Accountants and Certified Public Accountants, is Ord. No. 2020 adopted on May 8, 2001 (now repealed) shall be deemed to have been made Any interested party may appear at the hearing, either in person, or by their attorney, and on file at the Town Clerk’s office and may be inspected by any interested person. pursuant to this bond ordinance. be given an opportunity to be heard with respect to this application. Bernard A. Heeney Section 15. This ordinance shall take effect twenty days after the first publication thereof Colleen Mayer, Secretary Town Clerk after final passage. Board of Adjustment 1 T –11/01/01, The Leader Fee: $201.96 1 T – 11/01/01, The Leader Fee: $195.84 1 T –11/01/01, The Leader Fee: $170.34 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, November 1, 2001 Page 23 Kean Administrator Scholar to Present Lectures To Speak to Society On Jewish-Christian Studies On History of Lions WESTFIELD – Dr. Michael WESTFIELD—Miriam Charme, church library, beginning at 9:15 a.m. Lampert of Westfield, Vice Presi- a Scholar in Residence for the The lectures are open to the public. dent for Administration and Finance Westfield-Mountainside Hadassah, She previously created, coordi- at Kean University in Union, will will conduct a series of lectures next nated and directed the first Interfaith discuss the history of Lions Interna- month at The Presbyterian Church in Holocaust Service in Westfield, led tional and the Lions Club of Westfield Westfield, entitled “Cross-cultural by clergy, civic leaders and laity of at the First Wednesday Luncheon of Analysis for Jewish-Christian Stud- various faiths at The Presbyterian the Westfield Historical Society. ies.” Church. The luncheon will take place at Her topics will deal with customs, Ms. Charme is Past President of noon on November 7 at B.G. Fields rituals, holidays, faith, Shabbat, the League of Religious Organiza- Restaurant, located at 560 Spring- prejudice, anti-Semitism, the Jewish tion in Westfield and currently is a field Avenue in Westfield. roots of Jesus, the Holocaust and member of the Westfield/ With 1.4 million members serving righteous Christians. She will con- Mountainside Ministerium. in more than 187 countries and geo- clude the series by discussing myths graphical areas, Lions Clubs Inter- and facts of Israel, and the outlook Ketubah Unit to Meet national is the world’s largest service for peace in the Middle East. club organization and is recognized Ms. Charme will appear as part of For Buffet Dinner worldwide for its service to the blind CHARMING COLONIAL the Adult Education program at The AREA — The B’nai B’rith and visually impaired. Lovely CRANFORD home features 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Presbyterian Church, located at 140 Ketubah Married Couples Unit (40+) The Westfield Lions Club was Baths, Formal Dining Room, Eat-In Kitchen with new Mountain Avenue in Westfield. Her will meet for dinner at the Freehold formed in 1924 and was the fourth appliances, Master Bedroom with Sitting Room, hard- talks will be held on Sundays, No- Grand Buffet, 3681 Route 9 North in Lions Club chartered in New Jersey. wood floors throughout, heated Sunroom, Timberline vember 4, 11, 18 and 25, in the Freehold, on Sunday, November 11, It has led the communities of roof and vinyl windows. $339,900. at 5:30 p.m. Westfield and Mountainside in many Scotch Plains Baptist The cost is the price of the buffet, charitable and community activities. plus tax and tip. Ketubah Unit is Regular attendees of the luncheon To Offer Varied Items open to married Jewish couples age will be contacted by a telephone com- 40 and older. Non-members are wel- mittee of the Society to verify their At ‘Grandma’s Attic’ come. To respond for the dinner, reservations. Space permitting, others SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch please call Elaine at (908) 232-0062 may attend by calling (908) 233-2930 Plains Baptist Church, located at by Friday, November 9. by noon on Monday, November 5. 333 Park Avenue, will hold its an- nual “Grandma’s Attic” bazaar on WELL-MAINTAINED COLONIAL Saturday, November 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Beautiful home in CRANFORD offers 3 Bedrooms, Featured will be Christmas and Betty Lynch 1.5 Baths, Formal Dining Room, updated Eat-In Kitchen with oak cabinets, open, front porch with gift items; jewelry; toys; children’s, •· Top Top 1% 1% of of Coldwell Coldwell BankerBanker women’s and men’s clothing; china Associates Associates Nationwide awning and newer Timberline roof. Near town and and glassware; miscellaneous •· NJAR Million Dollar Club transportation. $309,900. household items; baked goods and NJAR Million Dollar Club 1987, 1986, 1998, 1987, 1999, 1998, 2000, 1999, Gold 2000, Level hot and cold dishes, among other • International President’s Elite wares. Gold Level For further information and di- · International President’s Elite rections, please call the church of- fice at (908) 322-5487. Walk To Town Tours Set for Sunday At Cannonball House LOVELY EXPANDED SPLIT SCOTCH PLAINS – The Osborn Lovely FANWOOD home includes 5 Bedrooms, 1.5 Cannonball House, located at 1840 Baths, Kitchen with cherry cabinets, Formal Dining Front Street in Scotch Plains, will be Room, hardwood floors, some new windows and Cen- open to visitors this Sunday, Novem- tral Air Conditioning. $289,000. ber 4, from 2 to 4 p.m. Since 1972, the small white clap- board farmhouse, built circa 1760, has been restored and furnished by the Historical Society of Scotch CLEARANCE! Plains and Fanwood. Docents will give tours of the land- Charming English Colonial in Westfield. 28’ Living Room, mark house, which serves as a mu- Formal Dining Room and a first floor Family Room. 3 Bedrooms, seum of local history for the commu- SPACIOUS SPLIT LEVEL nity and surrounding towns. There is 1 1/2 + 1/2 Bath, 2-car garage. $394,900. WSF0540 no admission charge. Splendid home in MOUNTAINSIDE with extended Southside Colonial family use possibilities, features 5 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Judith Moyers Slated Formal Dining Room, Eat-In Kitchen with separate dining area, Family Room with fireplace, Recreation To be Guest Speaker Room, Central Air Conditioning, Playroom, profes- At Shabbat Service sionally landscaped property. $549,000. WESTFIELD – Judith Davidson Moyers will be the guest speaker on November 9 at 8:15 p.m. at the Friday Shabbat Service at Temple Emanu-El, located at 756 East Broad Street in Westfield. As President of Public Affairs Television, she collaborates with her SPACIOUS CUSTOM SPLIT husband, Bill Moyers, to produce Well-maintained by original owner, this SCOTCH documentary series. Among them Beautiful Colonial set on 1.16 acre park-like Scotch Plains PLAINS home offers 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Formal have been “Genesis: A Living Con- property. 1st floor Bedroom + 4 additional Bedrooms. versation” and “Facing Hate with Dining Room , Eat-In Kitchen with pocket doors and Serene Garden Room, large Breakfast Room, 3 1/2 Baths. new dishwasher, deck, Recreation Room, Anderson Elie Wiesel.” A must see!! $675,000. WSF0432 Ms. Davidson, an advocate for windows, overlooking park-like setting and exterior children, has been honored for her newly painted. $345,000. work with the National Council of RENTAL - CRANFORD Christians and Jews and the Girl Victorian- 2 Bedrooms, 1 1/2 Baths, Large updated Scouts of America. In addition to Kitchen, washer & dryer, walk to train, off street being the winner of several Emmy parking. $1600. WSF0028 Awards and the Everett C. Parker Award, she has also served as a United States Commissioner to Westfield Office UNESCO. 209 Central Avenue 908.233.5555 Ext. 191 LOVELY COLONIAL Story Times Revealed Cell- 908.419.5141 WESTFIELD home includes 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Living Room with fireplace, Eat-In Kitchen, Dining By Westfield Library Room and Den. $319,000 WESTFIELD – The Westfield Memorial Library, located at 550 East Broad Street, has announced Expect The Best the dates and times for its Story Time programs. TOM BIANCO Pre-School 3’s may attend a 30- Broker / Associate minute program on either Mondays NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club from 1:30 to 2 p.m., November 5 to 1987 - 2000 December 3, or Thursdays from NJAR Silver Level 1995 - 2000 10:30 to 11 a.m., November 8 to December 6. 4’s and Pre-K 5’s may attend pro- SPLENDID SPLIT LEVEL grams on either Tuesdays from 1:30 Charming WESTFIELD home situated on a cul-de- to 2 p.m., November 6 to December sac on a large lot, it features 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Eat- 4, or Wednesdays, 10:30 to 11 a.m., from November 7 to December 5. In Kitchen, screened porch and Central Air Condition- No pre-registration is necessary; ing. Updates include Kitchen, roof and gas furnace. individuals may just sign in at the $349,900. Children’s Desk on the day of the CLEARANCE! program. Children must have a valid Westfield Library card and be the appropriate age for the story time. Sessions will start promptly at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. and no children will be admitted after the OPEN HOUSE- Sun., Nov. 4 - 1 pm to 4 pm session begins. The group size is 624 Willow Grove Road limited, so participants are urged to Westfield $436,000 come early. For further informa- Lovely expanded ten room home featuring a large tiled entry foyer tion, please call the Children’s De- with Powder Room; a sunny 21 foot Family Room addition with partment at (908) 789-4090. fireplace and skylite; elegant Living Room and Formal Dining 121 EastRoom Broad with Street, cathedral Westfield, ceilings; NJ remodeled 19 foot Kitchen908.233.4492 with St. Bart’s Rosarians center island and large eating area; a first floor Office / Den and an Exercise / Bonus Room complete the main level. The second To Meet on Monday level has a large Master Bedroom with full Bath and generous closets; 3 additional Bedrooms; main hall Bath plus attic access. SCOTCH PLAINS – St. Newer features include: remodeled Kitchen, furnace, central air, Bartholomew’s Rosary Altar Soci- roof, thermopane windows, garage doors and more. Conveniently ety will hold its next meeting on located within walking distance to downtown bus and rail and Monday, November 5, following the grades K - 12. WSF0535 7:30 p.m. Mass. Central Ave. to Grove St. to Rahway Ave. to Willow Grove Road. Donna Farrell from the Union Call Tom Bianco direct 908-301-2307 for your private showing. County Division on Aging will speak on programs available to senior citi- zens in Union County. Westfield Office The group’s Christmas program 209 Central Avenue will also be discussed and the meet- (908) 233-5555 ext. 145 ing is open to all women of the parish. Refreshments will be served and guests are welcome. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 24 Thursday, November 1, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Stephen L. Wolfe, 86, Was Founder – Obituaries – Elizabeth M. Mahler, 93, Had Been Of Auto Body Shop in Springfield Chief Cook at Local High School Stephen L. Wolfe, 86, of Scotch Dobrowsky, and a brother, John Elizabeth M. Mahler, 93, of Mon- band, John J. Mahler, in 1967, a son, Plains died on Wednesday, October Wolfe. Memorial Service Is Scheduled roe Township died on Friday, Octo- Robert Mahler, in 1982, and by three 24, at JFK Medical Center in Edison. Surviving are his wife of 56 years, ber 26, in the Medical Center at brothers and a sister. Born in Perth Amboy, he had lived Elizabeth Kardos Wolfe, and three For Leo Keene, 3rd, of Westfield Princeton. Surviving are a son, John Mahler in Irvington before moving to Scotch sisters, Helen Mizak, Anna Lucas Born in Austria-Hungary, she had of Bridgewater; a daughter, Eliza- lived in Hillside and Scotch Plains Plains 45 years ago. and Margaret Horvath. A memorial service for Leo beth M. Wenrich of Monroe Town- Mr. Wolfe was a founder and part- A Blessing was held on Saturday, Surviving are his wife of seven before relocating to Monroe Town- ship; three grandchildren and two Russell Keene, 3rd, 33, of Westfield years, Kristen Marie Keene; his two- ship in 1987. ner of Dobbs & Co. Auto Body Shop October 27, in the Gosselin Funeral will be held at 11 a.m. this Saturday, great-grandchildren. in Springfield, where he had worked Home in Edison. year-old daughter, Mazalee Mor- Mrs. Mahler had been the chief The funeral service was held on November 3, at the First United gan Keene; his mother, Susan Grimm cook at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High for many years before retiring in Memorial contributions may be Methodist Church of Westfield. Tuesday, October 30, at the Nativity 1995. made to the Haven Hospice, in care of Dallas, Tex.; his father, L. Russell School for 12 years before retiring in of Our Lord Church. Interment took Mr. Keene has been missing since Keene, 2nd of Linville Falls, N.C.; 1973. A United States Air Force veteran, of the JFK Medical Center Founda- September 11 at the World Trade place at St. Gertrude’s Cemetery in having served in World War II, he tion, 80 James Street, Edison, 08820 two sisters, Jennifer Ann Clyde of She was a member of the Nativity Colonia. Center site in New York City. Sulphur, La. and Krista Sue Keene of Our Lord Roman Catholic Church was a member of the Veterans of or to the Hungarian Reformed Born in Sulphur, La., he was a Arrangements were under the di- Foreign Wars. Church, 175 Pershing Avenue, of Houston, Tex., and his grandfa- in Monroe Township. rection of the M. David De Marco 1985 graduate of Mary Immaculate ther, Leo Russell Keene of Sulphur. She was predeceased by her hus- Funeral Home in Monroe Township. He was predeceased by two sisters Carteret, 07008. High School in Key West, Fla. He and a brother, Irene Vargo and Mary November 1, 2001 In lieu of flowers, memorial con- November 1, 2001 earned his undergraduate degree in tributions may be made to the KBW 1990 and his Master of Business Family Fund, North Fork Bank, 275 Bonnie Wildstein, Seton Hall Alumna; Alfred Genung, 92, Advertising Executive; Administration Degree in Finance Broad Hollow Road, Melville, N.Y. in 1993 from the University of 11747, account no. 4844. For infor- Was Volunteer and Hadassah Member Had Been Active in Area Civic Affairs Tampa in Florida. He was a member mation, please call James Castro at of Pi Kappa Phi fraternity at the (613) 844-1029. Bonnie Wildstein of Westfield died Ovarian Cancer Research Fund. Alfred Gawthrop Genung, 92, died Plainfield. university. Contributions may also be made on Friday, October 26, at Calvary Surviving are her husband, David on Wednesday, October 24, at East He was predeceased by his wife of For the past two years, Mr. Keene to Mazalee Keene’s college fund at Hospital in the Bronx, N.Y. Wildstein; a daughter, Jessica Hill Woods in Southbury, Conn. 43 years, Dorothy Madsen Genung, was a Vice President at Keefe, Merrill Lynch, 1 Progress Plaza, Born in Newark, she had lived in Weinberg, and a son, Erik Wildstein. Born in Plainfield, he had lived in 1980. Bruyette and Woods (KBW), Inc., No. 1400, St. Petersburg, Fla. 33701, West Orange prior to moving to The funeral service was held on most of his life there and in Princeton, Mr. Genung graduated from Philips covering the electronic brokerage Re: Kristen M. Keene, custodian for Westfield 25 years ago. Sunday, October 28, at Temple where he resided from 1982 until Exeter Academy and Princeton Uni- industry, including companies in the Mazalee Keene, account no. 781- Mrs. Wildstein had worked for Emanu-El in Westfield. Interment 1998. versity and served both of his alma direct access brokerage space. 27X52. Dermatology Associates of Westfield was at Beth Israel Cemetery in Mr. Genung had been head of ad- maters in numerous volunteer roles. Prior to joining KBW and focus- November 1, 2001 for more than 10 years before retir- Woodbridge. vertising and public relations for Surviving are a daughter, Sarah ing on the online brokerage indus- ing in 1991. Arrangements were under the di- Ninth Federal Savings and Loan As- Booth of Westfield; a son, Frederick try, he worked with Dean Eberling Maria Delmonaco, 86 She attended Rutgers University rection of the Menorah Chapels at sociation in New York City, retiring M. Genung, 2nd of Woodbury, Conn., as a research associate, studying Maria G. Delmonaco, 86, of in Newark and Seton Hall University Millburn in Union. in 1965. He was also an attorney but and four grandchildren. traditional brokers and money man- Westfield died on Sunday, October in South Orange and was trained at Memorial contributions may be did not practice. A memorial service was held on agement firms for Putnam, Lovell, 28, at Overlook Hospital in Summit. Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. made to the Ovarian Cancer Re- Active in civic affairs in Plainfield, Monday, October 29, at the Crescent de Guardiola & Thornton and Born in Pietracupa, Italy, she came She was a member of the Hadassah search Fund Inc., 1 Pennsylvania he served as head of the United Way, Avenue Presbyterian Church. Salomon Smith Barney. He was to the United States in 1958 and of Westfield and a volunteer for the Plaza, Suite 1610, New York 10119. a member of the Common Council Memorial donations may be made hired by Mr. Eberling as a junior settled in Westfield. November 1, 2001 and the Public Housing Board and as to the Crescent Avenue Presbyterian analyst at Prudential Securities in Mrs. Delmonaco was a member of a Trustee of both the United Family Church, 716 Watchung Avenue, 1996. the International Ladies Garment and Children’s Society and the Cres- Plainfield 07060. Workers Union. cent Avenue Presbyterian Church in November 1, 2001 She was a communicant of the Community News Anthony Perrotti, 71 Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church Anthony J. Perrotti, 71, of Manville in Westfield. Fred Zakaluk, 70, Longtime Teacher; died on Tuesday, October 23, at his She was predeceased by her hus- Rabbi Maderer Ordained home. band, Dionisio Delmonaco, in 1994. Had Served on Church Committees Born in Bernardsville, he had lived Surviving are a son, Nick in Manville for more than 25 years. Delmonaco of Cranford; a brother, During Recent Ceremony Fred Zakaluk, 70, of University in Ohio, where he re- Mr. Perrotti had been employed as Antonio Santilli of Italy, and three Hillsborough, whose teaching ca- ceived a Bachelor of Arts Degree in a meat cutter for ShopRite Corpora- grandsons. SCOTCH PLAINS — Hebrew tual Growth and the Class of 1987 reer with the Westfield school dis- Business Administration, he was tion in Edison for 25 years and re- A Mass of Christian Burial was Union College-Jewish Institute of Prize in Social Action, both in 2000. trict spanned more than 30 years, awarded a master’s degree in busi- tired in 1991. offered yesterday, Wednesday, Oc- Religion (HUC-JIR) of New York While a student at HUC-JIR, she died on Thursday, October 25, at his ness administration from Seton Hall Surviving are two brothers, Patrick tober 31, at the Holy Trinity Church, has announced the recent ordination was a rabbinic intern at congrega- residence. University in South Orange in 1962. Perrotti and James Perrotti, both of with interment at Hollywood Me- of Rabbi Jill L. Maderer of Scotch tions in Morgantown, W. Va. and Born in Manville, he lived in the Mr. Zakaluk was Secretary of the Bernardsville, and two sisters, morial Park in Union. Plains during a ceremony that in- Buffalo, N.Y. Most recently, she was Manville-Hillsborough area all of Executive and Deacon’s commit- Carmella Ruffa of Scotch Plains and Arrangements were under the di- cluded the ordination of 31 rabbis a rabbinic intern at the Community his life. tees of the Emmanuel Baptist Rose Ascolese of Somerset. rection of the Dooley Colonial Home, and the investiture of 11 cantors. Synagogue in Port Washington, N.Y, Mr. Zakaluk, who retired in 1996, Church in Manville. Funeral services were held yester- 556 Westfield Avenue in Westfield. In July, Rabbi Maderer began work where she created and administered had taught for five years in Manville Funeral services were held on day, Wednesday, October 31, at the Memorial contributions may be at Congregation Rodeph Shalom, a the youth program, served as family before joining the Westfield school Monday, October 29, at the Bridgewater Funeral Home in made to the American Heart Asso- 1200-member Reform synagogue in educator and assisted in establish- system. Emmanuel Baptist Church. Inter- Bridgewater. Interment took place at ciation, the American Diabetes As- Philadelphia. ment of the curriculum for the com- He had also been a nurses’ assis- ment was at the Bound Brook Cem- the Cedar Hill Cemetery in East sociation or to the National Hospice She earned her bachelor’s degree, munity Hebrew high school. tant at Carrier Clinic in Belle Mead etery in Bound Brook. Millstone. Foundation. cum laude with honors, in her major Working for the Union of Ameri- for more than 30 years before retir- Arrangements were handled by November 1, 2001 November 1, 2001 of Near Eastern and Judaic Studies can Hebrew Congregations in New ing earlier this year. the M. David DeMarco Funeral with a minor in peace and conflict Jersey, she also taught an introduc- A 1952 graduate of Bowling Green Home in Monroe Township. Bonnie Smeltzer, 67, Retired Nurse, studies at Brandeis University in tory Judaism course and created edu- November 1, 2001 Waltham, Mass. Rabbi Maderer cational materials and workshops on earned her master’s degree in He- eating disorder prevention. Office Manager for Medical Group brew Literature at HUC-JIR in 2000. Rabbi Maderer grew up in Scotch Bonnie Smeltzer, 67, died on Scotch Plains for 40 years before During Rabbinic School, she was Plains, attending local schools from Thursday, October 25, at the Toms retiring in February of 2000. co-coordinator of the school’s soup elementary through graduation from River home of her son, Steven Surviving, in addition to her son, kitchen and served on its Learning Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Smeltzer, with whom she had lived are two brothers, David Smeltzer Disabilities Policy Committee. She in 1992. She and her family have since March. and Thomas Smeltzer, both of Toms was awarded the Paul Cowan Memo- been long-time members of Temple Born in York, Pa., she had previ- River, and three grandchildren. rial Prize for Social Justice and Spiri- Emanu-El in Westfield. ously lived in Scotch Plains for 33 Funeral services were held on years. Monday, October 29, at the Silverton Mrs. Smeltzer had been a regis- Memorial Funeral Home in Toms AARP Chapter to Hear tered nurse and office manager for River. the Interboro Medical Group in November 1, 2001 Talk on Medicare Issues WESTFIELD — The Westfield num can pull tabs are also requested Area Chapter No. 4137 of the Ameri- to be used for credit to help child can Association of Retired Persons cancer patients. Donations of knit- will hold its regular monthly meet- ting yarn are requested as well. Why should you plan ing on Monday, November 5, in the Reservations will be taken at the Assembly Hall of The Presbyterian meeting for the chapter’s Holiday Church in Westfield, 140 Mountain Luncheon on Monday, December 3, your own funeral? Avenue. at noon at The Westwood in Garwood. The social period with refresh- Individuals may also call Chair- ments will begin at 1 p.m., followed woman Marie Stock at (908) 925- by a brief business meeting at 1:30 2536. Forethought® funeral planning: p.m. Afterwards, guest speaker Jud The next one-day bus trip will be Stein will discuss “Medicare Eligi- to the Hunterdon Hills Playhouse on Forethought funeral • Relieves your family of emotional burden bility and How the Everchanging Thursday, February 14, for a full planning is funded through luncheon and a performance of the • Expresses your own wishes in your plans Health Care Laws Affect Senior Citi- policies from Forethought zens.” A question-and-answer period comedy Butterflies Are Free. The Life Insurance Company • Protects funeral costs from inflation will follow his talk. entire cost is $48 and reservations • Makes it easier for those you love Chapter members are asked to may be made at Monday’s meeting bring canned and boxed grocery items or by calling (908) 232-7153. Guests for the needy to this meeting. and prospective members are invited Call for details today ... 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• FRED H. GRAY, JR. •WILLIAM A. DOYLE • PAULETTE CRABIEL WAHLER • DALE SCHOUSTRA • DAVID J. CRABIEL Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. Executive Administrator – William A. Doyle WESTFIELD: 318 East Broad St., Fred H. Gray, Jr. Mgr. • 233-0143 Caring & Courteous Service to the CRANFORD: 12 Springfield Ave., Dale R. Schoustra, Mgr. • 276-0092 Cranford/Westfield Area Since 1913 MASTER MEMORIALS Westfield 1171 E. Broad St. 556 Westfield Westfield, NJ Avenue 233-2350 233-0255 John L. Dooley Manager

DESIGNER • BUILDERS OF FINE MONUMENTS Cranford MARKERS 218 North Avenue MAUSOLEUMS 276-0255 LETTERED • CLEANED Charles V. Dooley Manager Bruce Bauer, Prop. (Established 1938) ALSO: 300 Rt. 37 East Toms River, N.J. 349-2350 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, November 1, 2001 Page 25 Concepts & Thought Westfield Elementary Pupils Dig Deep to Help Others Students’ Historic Fanwood Sites WESTFIELD – Reaching into their made cards for rescue workers. THE STUDENT VIEW hearts and pockets, students in all six The Penny Project is an outgrowth Westfield elementary schools are of the United Fund of Westfield’s The weekly column written by local high school students Projects Displayed at Library bringing in their pennies to school in September 11 Fund. FANWOOD – Thirteen students Danielle Hirschhorn, Alyssa David, an effort to help Westfield families The Westfield Public Schools, from Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Lauren Baines, Melissa Mollen, who lost loved ones in the September through the Parent Teacher Associa- School (SPFHS) will be honored for Katie Madurski, Jennifer Ordelt, Jer- 11 terrorist attacks. tions and Parent Teacher Organiza- their projects on historic homes and emy Lipstein, Jillian Zuber, carried In addition, fifth graders arranged tions, are helping to organize the year- A Comprehensive Look Back sites in the community on Wednes- out Independent Study Projects of a bake sale to help the families of the long program with the aid of United day, November 7, at 8 p.m. at the five 18th and 19th century buildings victims, and a school scout troop Fund Board Member Darielle Walsh. monthly meeting of the Fanwood in Fanwood. At Westfield Town Council’s Borough Council. The governing The sites, which were researched body meets in the Council Chambers and photographed by the students, on the lower level of Borough Hall. included the Fanwood Train Station Comatose Year The projects will be on display at (1874), the Hasselgren-Hope House By STEVEN KRAKAUER are still unresolved as of deadline, with the Fanwood Memorial Library from (1885), The Lamberston Farm (1760), Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times no hope for resolution anytime soon. Wednesday, November 7, to Mon- the Urner-Gibbs House (1894), and So another November, another •Number of times the words “could,” day, November 19. The public is the Carriage House (1882). change over of Westfield Town Coun- “would” or “should” were used in all encouraged to stop in and view the The endeavor was coordinated cil members. With an election in five the articles: I stopped counting around work of these students regarding the throughout the Fanwood Historic days, it’s time to sit back and reflect on 70. early history of the borough. Preservation Commission, with the this oh-so-eventful year for the council •Collective pulse of the Town Coun- Under the supervision of Bernice history department at SPFHS. members in our town. Looking back at cil and Mayor this year: 0. Cozewith, who teaches U.S. History For more information, please call the 54 articles published by The •Genuine, start to finish, “this is what I, current juniors Nisha Tamhankar, (908) 322-6400, e-mail Westfield Leader about the Westfield we’re going to do and this is how we’re Sofia Fayngold, Sonali Phatak, [email protected] or visit the li- Town Council on the front page over going to do it,” fully completed, signed, Alexandra Rosloff, Amy Ryan, brary. this past year, I was affirmed of my sealed and delivered decisions made original assertion: Our council mem- by the Council this year (and I’m being bers must have taken the year off. extremely generous): 7. Westfield Adult School Sets Below are some of my observations •Genuine, start to finish, “this is what after reviewing all 54 articles. we’re going to do and this is how we’re Think of this as a written defibrilla- going to do it,” fully completed, signed, Slate of Upcoming Courses tor for our flat lined buddies on the sealed and delivered decisions made WESTFIELD – The Westfield “Introduction to American Archi- Town Council: by the Council this year that was met Adult School, with classes held tectural Styles,” November 5 and 12, •Number of articles about the park- by harsh opposition: 3 (hiking the meter Monday evenings at Westfield High 7 to 9 p.m., $30. ing problems: 28. rates, changing the time of the trash School, will start new classes in “Researching House Histories,” •Number of articles about simply pickup and raising Westfield taxes). November. Subjects as diverse as November 19, 7 to 9 p.m., $15. hiring new officials: 10. •Number of months until I can le- “Architectural Styles,” “Tax Relief” The Westfield Adult School is an •Number of articles about the Coun- gally vote: 5. and “Sign Language for Babies” are independent, not-for-profit, volun- cil doing absolutely nothing: 31. •Number of incumbent Council open to the public. tary organization formed for the pur- •Number of articles about the Town members that are running for reelec- Course offerings include: pose of providing educational op- Council not just at a standstill, but tion this year: 4 “IRA and 401K Distribution Strat- portunities for people in Westfield actually backpedaling on an issue: 8. •Number of incumbent Council egies,” November 5 and 7, 9:30 p.m., and its surrounding areas. The school •Number of Town Council meetings members that, judging by their life- lessness this year, should feel lucky I $10 per person/$15 per couple. receives no taxpayer monies and is REACHING OUT…Tamaques Elementary School Principal Michael Cullen I had the pleasure to attend this year: 2. “Celtic Healing Beliefs,” Novem- supported by nominal tuition fees, as joins students from kindergarten through fifth grade in making donations to the •Number of times I was one “roll- can’t vote in next week’s election: ev- ber 5 and 12, 7:30 to 9 p.m., $35. well as charitable donations from district-wide Penny Project program, which aids the Westfield families who lost call” away from drifting off to sleep ery single one. “Beautiful, Youthful, Healthy Skin individuals, sponsoring organizations loved ones in the World Trade Center terrorist attacks. during the meetings: at least 15. at Any Age,” November 5, 7:30 to and endowments. Sign that Mayor Gregory S. PTSO to Host Program 9:30 p.m., $20. Donations may be made payable McDermott actually did accomplish “Amazing Sign Language with to the Westfield Adult School Asso- SP Mayor Marks Issues what he set out to at the beginning of On ‘The College Maze’ Your Baby,” November 12, 7 to 9 ciation and mailed to P.O. Box 606, this year: “McDermott noted the re- WESTFIELD — The Westfield p.m., $30. Westfield, 07091. sponsibilities he is about to assume as High School (WHS) PTSO invites Proclamation for DECA mayor, such as weddings and other interested parents and students to SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch focuses its efforts on many commu- event appearances.” – The Westfield an informative program entitled: Plains-Fanwood High School DECA nity service activities. Leader, November 23. “Getting Through The College Chapter, an Association of Market- During National DECA Week, stu- First decision by Mayor McDermott, Maze” on Wednesday, November ing Students, celebrated the week of dents planned activities both in school setting the tone for a truly gutsy term as 14, beginning at 7:45 p.m. in Caf- October 14-20 as National DECA and in the community to promote the mayor: After being quoted as saying, eteria B. Week. ideals of DECA. “the top priority this year is to create a Carol Rowlands, Director of Ad- The 130 Scotch Plains-Fanwood The students planned a poster day kind of working environment that en- missions at Lafayette College, DECA students are members of the in school, a face-painting day, and courages debates, but respects differ- Easton, Pa., and Leslee Scheckman, National DECA Organization, which showed their DECA pride with a ences,” Mayor McDermott appoints Guidance Counselor at WHS, will boasts a membership of over 170,000 DECA T-shirt Day and a Dress for Robert Cockren as Town Attorney, to be the guest speakers for the across the nation. Success Day. the dismay of Democrats on the Coun- evening. The local chapter, in its 32nd year, They also conducted a canister cil who favored then-current attorney The presentation will touch on drive for the needy, and over 60 William S. Jeremiah. the following topics: when and students held a party at Ashbrook Sign that the gutsy decision-making where to begin the process, how Mark These Dates: Nursing Home in Scotch Plains. was done for the year: The next week, colleges select students for admis- Junior Ricky Fleissner and sopho- Mayor McDermott and the Council sion, private versus public colleges, mores Brian Kopnicki and Michael decide that they will “act soon” to financial aid, standardized testing, Hessemer served as chairpersons of higher a “deck consultant.” The auto- early decision, visiting colleges and Westfield Board of Ed DECA Week. mobile concerns (deck, meters, traffic) much, much more. Meeting Rescheduled WESTFIELD -- The CLASSES STARTING…The Westfield Adult School will offer a new slate of Westfield Board of Education classes throughout the fall session, beginning on Monday, November 5. All meeting originally scheduled for classes convene on Mondays at Westfield High School. Pictured, above, Westfield Tuesday, November 6 (Election Adult School Director Louise Frankel helps students to register for classes at the Day), has been rescheduled for high school’s main office. the following week, November 13. The meeting will take place at ATTENTION 8:00 p.m. at 302 Elm Street in Annual College Night Slated Room 105. Superintendent of Schools Dr. TH William J. Foley has invited ar- 8 GRADERS! At Westfield High School chitect Dave Fraytak from WESTFIELD — On Thursday partment, “Westfield’s College Night has Farridy, Veisz, Fraytak, who will Information Session evening, November 15, at 7:30 p.m. at long been known as one of the biggest and present updated architectural Westfield High School (WHS) will host finest in New Jersey,” according to WHS renderings depicting anticipated approximately 200 colleges and universi- Principal Dr. Robert G. Petix. facility improvements and addi- ties at its annual College Night. “It is appropriate that College Night is tions to Westfield High School. This event gives students and their once again being held during American parents an opportunity to gather informa- Education Week,” noted Dr. Cas Jakubik, tion about colleges and universities na- WHS Director of Guidance. “Since 93 Turkey Drive Planned tionwide. percent of our recent graduates continued for Students and Parents College representatives provide litera- their education, there is clearly a need to At Franklin School ture and answer questions about their provide our high school population and WESTFIELD – Franklin El- schools. their parents with a broad overview of ementary School in Westfield will Begun more than 30 years ago by the colleges and universities for their consid- host a Turkey Drive on Saturday, THE College Woman’s Club of Westfield and eration. We encourage our current stu- November 17, to help the Com- nty now hosted by the WHS Guidance De- dents and families to attend.” n Cou munity Foodbank of New Jersey Unio ical provide a traditional Thanksgiv- echn NEW tional-T Walter Leib of Scotch Plains ing dinner to those in need. Voca l Participants are asked to bring h Schoo frozen, never thawed, turkeys to Hig Earns Rutgers Alumni Award the school at 700 Prospect Street ursday between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. Dona- Th 01 SCOTCH PLAINS – Scotch Plains 1 , 20 from secretary to president. Mr. Leib has tions will be distributed to other ovember resident Walter Leib has been honored been a member of both the university’s non-profit programs serving low- 1 776 Raritan Road N . with the Alumni Meritorious Service Board of Trustees and Board of Over- income seniors, children, the dis- 7 p.m Award by the Rutgers University Alumni seers. abled, battered women, the home- Scotch Plains, NJ Federation. A dedicated volunteer in many of the less and working poor families in Mr. Leib received the award during a school’s fundraising initiatives, Mr. Leib 18 counties. To register, or for more information call: ceremony on October 19, as part of is an enthusiastic supporter of athletic Cash donations may be made Rutgers’ annual Homecoming celebra- programs. Since 1993, he has served on to the Community Foodbank of 908-889-8288, ext. 307. tion. the Board of Advisors of Rutgers’ School New Jersey and mailed to 31 A 1951 graduate of Rutgers College of Business and Graduate School of and a 1953 graduate of the School of Law Evans Terminal Road in Hillside, Management. 07205 and write “Turkey Drive” at Rutgers-Newark, Mr. Leib is consid- Mr. Leib is a senior partner with Leib, on the outside of the envelope. ered by many to be the model of a loyal Kraus, Grispin & Roth law firm in Scotch alumnus. Plains. He is also a board member of the For more information, please He has been active with the Rutgers ICO International, Inc., an oil field ser- call the Foodbank at (908) 355- Alumni Association for more than 35 vices and petrochemical processing com- 3663. years, serving in numerous capacities, pany. Dare to grow... • 23 advanced placement courses Admission tests will be • 400-acre campus • 14 students in average class • 37 athletic teams • 7:1 student–faculty ratio administered on • 33 clubs and activities • Over 50% of faculty hold master’s or Nov. 17, and Jan. 12. • 25 campus ministry programs doctoral degrees

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www.delbarton.org An independent day school for boys in grades 7-12 (973) 538-3231, ext. 3019 DELBARTONadministered by the Benedictine monks of St. Mary’s Abbey CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 26 Thursday, November 1, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION WYACT and Westfield Symphony Slate Tribute Concert on New Year’s Eve WESTFIELD – The Westfield his work, such as South Pacific Young Artists’ Cooperative and The Sound of Music. Theatre, Inc. (WYACT) and The New Year’s Eve audience the Westfield Symphony Or- will be entertained with songs chestra (WSO) are proud to from Carousel, Oklahoma, The present “A Tribute to Richard King and I, South Pacific, The Rodgers,” a concert commemo- Sound of Music, Pal Joey and rating the centennial of the Babes in Arms. composer’s birth on December “A Tribute to Richard 31 at 7:30 p.m. at The Presby- Rodgers” has been made pos- terian Church in Westfield, 140 sible through the generosity Mountain Avenue in Westfield. of the Westfield Foundation, “The event will be an exciting The Union County Chosen family-oriented event, organized so Freeholders and the PNC Bank REGAL DETAIL...The intricate artwork of Danielle Ann Millican will be just that area families will still have Foundation. one of the highlights at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child’s annual “Royal quality on New Year’s Eve now that This is the first collaboration Boutique” in Summit. the traditional First Night Westfield between the WSO and WYACT. has been cancelled. All proceeds Tickets are $25 for adults and will benefit the September 11 United $10 for children 13 and under. Fund initiative and WYACT’s free They will be available beginning Royal Treatment Will Be summer programs,” stated Cynthia Thursday, November 8, at the Meryl, WYACT’s Artistic Director following Westfield locations: and performer in the event. TALENTED MONTAGE ...Clock- •The Westfield Symphony Or- Offered at Oak Knoll Boutique The evening will feature the wise, from the left, Richard chestra office, 224 East Broad Street New Officers Elected McNanna, Lindsay Sinclair, and SUMMIT — Oak Knoll School of of merchandise being represented by young talent and professional art- Lauren Linder. •The Westfield Leader, 50 Elm ists of WYACT and members of Street the Holy Child in Summit will hold our vendors this year was so spec- To Junior Musical the WSO, conducted by Maestro •The Dog Patch, 333 South Av- its eighth annual “Royal Boutique” tacular, we felt we had to expand the David Wroe. riched Broadway and the rest of the enue, West in Tisdall Hall on Ashland Road event to two days. Everyone who Club of Westfield The audience will be guided world with his memorable melodies. •Mail Boxes, Etc., 321 North (across from Memorial Field) on comes will be enticed to start holi- through the many lush and varied An artist ahead of his time, Rodgers Avenue, West Friday, November 9, from 10 a.m. to day shopping at the Boutique. We WESTFIELD – The Junior songs written by this prolific detested racial and cultural intoler- For more information, please call 5 p.m. and Saturday, November 10, will have something for everyone.” division of the Musical Club American songwriter, who en- ance and this is evidenced in much of (908) 233-3200 or (908) 232-9400. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Returning this year are such ven- of Westfield held its first meet- Co-chairpersons Deborah Oliver dors as We Wear It designers of the ing of the season on October of Summit and Sharon Naso of jewelry, Sports Minded Unlimited 14. Martinsville remarked, “The range with their collection of sports memo- A performing group of high POPCORN™ rabilia, Discovery Toys with a selec- tion of toys, books, games, and soft- school instrumentalists and vo- ware, and Nanni Originals collec- calists from Westfield and the Riding In Cars With Boys: tion of American Doll clothing and immediate surrounding area, accessories just to name a few. the slate of new officers for Thirty new vendors will be mak- the year has been posted. Moving Violations ing their first appearance at the Royal This year’s officers are: One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, air • Three Popcorns, Good • our Popcorns, Excellent Boutique, such as the international Sasha Bartolf as President, artist Rosario Ponte with original oil Jason Tammam as Vice-Presi- on canvas paintings, The Wine Bottle By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER filmic translation of that philosophical dent of Auditions, Angela Kim observation is more tedious than pro- Cheese Board with unique gifts as Vice-President of Programs, 2 & ½ popcorns found. But the acting is good. handcrafted from recycled wine It was once cynically opined that life is bottles, Tray Chic with hand-painted David Louie as Vice-President Heaping on the schmaltz and looking of Publicity and Internet Af- something that happens to you while like she ate a little of it, too, Drew and decoupage trays, Karen Joy you’re making plans otherwise. An Barrymore earns big sympathy as Rosen with hand-painted decorative fairs, Kelly Yang as Secretary, Americanization of the poet Burns’ take Beverly. But top thespian kudos goes to accessories, Caroline’s Cakes fea- Diane Park as Treasurer, and UPBEAT FOLKSINGER…Daria will on it reads, “The best laid plans of mice James Woods as her police officer dad. turing southern desserts, LaBelle Emily Chen as the Director of present a mixture of favorite songs from and men often go astray.” It’s his symbolic shotgun that forces Cool Warm Hats with headgear for Hospitality. American and World Folk Music on But no matter how you phrase it, the Beverly’s ill-starred marriage to ne’er- FEATURED SOLOIST…Sondra all ages, and many more. The club will hold auditions Tammam, concert pianist of Saturday, November 17, at 10:30 a.m. at harsh truth of the matter is that life has a do-well Raymond, ostensibly saving face This is a two-day event that brings for membership on Wednes- the Westfield Memorial Library. This way of letting down even the best of us. Westfield, will be a featured soloist together an interesting collection of for the D’Onofrio family while ruining at the Thursday, November 8, day, November 7, and Wednes- program, sponsored by the Friends of Take me for instance. I had hoped to her life. vendors. the Westfield Memorial Library, is in- “Brahms and His Contemporaries” day, February 6, 2002, begin- make a big name for myself in the world We’re abashed by the cop’s conserva- Concert of the Suburban Music Also returning this year is the Royal tended for school-aged children and of taxidermy. But mother and father Bakery with a large assortment of ning at 7 p.m. Auditions will adults. Tickets are required for admis- tive stance. And we are duly mortified for Study Club at 10:30 a.m. in the Chase be held at the home of Audi- wouldn’t have it: “The Goldbergers have Beverly when he issues a public state- Room of the Public Library, 39 Keep sweet treats and the popular Royal sion and will be available free at the tion Chairman Jason Tammam. Children’s Reference Desk for Westfield always been film critics, and that’s that. ment of his discomfiture at her wedding: Street in Madison. Ms. Tammam Café, providing light lunch fare and Library cardholders starting Saturday, In time, you’ll see it’s all for the best and “Let’s face it. We all know why we’re received her training at the Manhat- rest before returning to shopping. Students in grades 8-12, cur- November 3. Remaining tickets will be you’ll forget these silly taxidermy no- here.” Yet via his shrewdly understated tan School of Music and The Juilliard All vendors will be donating a rently studying music, are in- School. The recipient of several sold to non-residents beginning Satur- tions.” performance, Mr. Woods manages to portion of their sales to Oak Knoll, so vited to apply. Two pieces of day, November 10. The library is located Okay, so I only became a film critic. awards, she has performed in Eu- every purchase will help support the speak volumes about the winds of socio- rope, Asia, the Middle East and in music must be prepared, on at 550 East Broad Street. For more infor- But the big question is, can you take that logical change, practically winning the school. Admission is free. mation, please call the Children’s De- North America. Ms. Tammam will from the period up to and in- disappointment, learn from it and still dad dispensation by depicting him as the perform Brahms Rhapsodies in B For more information, please con- partment at (908) 789-4090. live a fruitful life? I like to think I have, cluding Beethoven, and the unwitting product of his times. Minor and G Minor. Admission is tact the Oak Knoll Royal Boutique other from the Romantic or though I admit to a slight jealous cringe Also helping establish a sense of time free. For more information, please hotline at (908) 522-8100, extension taking hold whenever confronted with an call (973) 635-1435. no. 6103. Contemporary Periods. Pen & Ink and place is Brittany Murphy as Beverly’s Applications are available elegantly stuffed owl or fox. best friend Fay who, it just so happens, Certainly disappointment is a test of by calling Jason at (908) 233- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 28 has a girl baby at just about the same time character, and that’s undoubtedly the key and under rather similar circumstances. 2002 Entertainment Books 6667. Retrieving my car in the mall park- lesson Beverly D’Onofrio imparts to us Unfortunately, the coincidence doesn’t ing lot, I can’t help but notice the in director Penny Marshall’s nostalgic stop there, but instead chooses to wend droves of New York vehicles taking but soppy adaptation of her autobiogra- its insidious way through the story like Sold by UCVTS Students up legitimate Jersey parking spaces. phy, Riding In Cars With Boys. something you’d expect to see in an old Westfield Natives, If we Jerseyans are so fanatical about Fifteen years old in 1968 and already Jane Wyman-Rock Hudson movie. You showering unrequited loves with samples know the one. Where he goes to medical SCOTCH PLAINS – The 2002 Chairman, said the money raised our malls, why is it that we can’t of her poetry, Beverly (Drew Barrymore) Producers Announce keep NewYorkers from invading our school just so he can cure her blindness Entertainment Books, with hun- through the sale of the entertain- is an aspiring writer with dreams of at- (Magnificent Obsession, 1954). dreds of discount coupons for res- stores on the weekends? The sales tending college. But when the high ment books will help fund the Their Latest Projects While the contrivance here isn’t quite taurants, travel and sports events in awards granted to graduating se- tax issue, you say? Tough cookies. school’s big football hunk dusts off the that farfetched, being raised on such the- Funny, the drivers didn’t exactly have romantic lass by purposely embarrass- the Union County area, are being niors at the annual awards night in WESTFIELD – Former atrical porridge has doubtless vaccinated sold by Union County Vocational- Westfield residents Edward poker straight, spray-less hair with ing her, a life-changing set of events is me against a more opprobrious reaction June. Technical School (UCVTS) stu- Einhorn and David A. Einhorn perfect skin. But, then again, the put in motion. to Ms. D’Onofrio’s conveniently planned The North Jersey edition of the When the dust of disgruntlement accidents. dents to raise funds for their annual book costs $20, and includes busi- have revealed their latest project toxic smog might have been ob- settles, Beverly finds herself pregnant awards night. as producers. structing my view. Problem is that while Penny Marshall’s nesses and events in Union, Essex and parentally pressured to marry movie oozes with sentiment, a lot of the The discount coupon books are and Hudson counties. The Central Their “Untitled Theater Co. The embittered battle between New Raymond (Steve Zahn), a goofy drunk emotional glop doesn’t work to make a available for all areas of New Jer- Jersey edition, which includes No. 61” has underwritten a festi- Yorkers and New Jerseyans reaches with great potential for becoming a full- point. And while there’s certainly some sey and can be ordered for all areas val of plays by Eugène Ionesco. fledged dope addict. Middlesex, Somerset, Hunterdon, back beyond our generations. In his reward in its heartwarming notions, a of the country. Each book provides and Southern Union Counties, costs Edward traveled to Paris last book, “Twin Towers,” Angus Kress Shortly thereafter enters Jason, the better tuned plot would surely make child whose rearing winds up taking discounts of as much as 50 percent $30. summer to get permission and Gillespie points out that almost Riding In Cars With Boys a much more on fine and casual dining, movie Other editions available include rights from Ionesco’s daughter for precedence over Beverly’s academic enjoyable trip. 100,000 tons of material unearthed ambitions. To make sure that fact is not admissions, concerts, sporting the Bergen/Passaic Northwest Jer- 39 (almost all) of his productions. during the excavation and construc- lost on Jason, Beverly makes sure to * * * * * events, family activities, airfares, sey edition; the Monmouth, Ocean Although Ionesco’s name is a tion for the towers would have nor- remind him of it at every available oppor- Riding In Cars With Boys, rated PG- hotels, rental cars, merchandise, and Mercer Counties; South Jersey household word in Europe, few mally been brought over to New tunity. 13, is a Columbia Pictures release di- and local services. Americans are familiar with his rected by Penny Marshal and stars Drew and New York City. Jersey. Instead, New York ceded and Told in flashback by the understand- Heinz Ricken, Student Activities To purchase a book or to obtain quick, unusual wit that has en- ably guilt-ridden Jason (Adam Garcia), Barrymore, James Woods and Steve decided to accommodate it. How- Zahn. Running time: 123 minutes. Coordinator and Awards Dinner more information on the 2002 En- tranced his New York audiences. just as a publishing house is about to The famous Rhinoceros was sa- ever, Jersey stored endless mounds of make a decision on Beverly’s finally tertainment Book, please call Mr. steel until NewYork was ready to take completed tome about the trials and tribu- Ricken at (908) 889-8288, exten- tirical and popular with audiences. it for the towers’ construction. Much lations of motherhood, Riding In Cars sion no. 311. The book may also be This “Shorts Program” in- like the lesser child left holding the With Boys isn’t quite sure of its destina- GL Hilltop Players to Bring purchased at the Main Office of cludes 20-minute plays presented bag, Jersey has always been eyed for tion. Before we realize that this is also UCVTS, West Hall, 1776 Raritan in combination with the more and considered the place to dump on. Jason’s story, it’s all about long-suffering Road, Scotch Plains. traditionally lengthened plays. Beverly’s dashed dreams. We feel sorry Bard’s Merry Wives to Stage One of these is To Prepare a Hard So, as far as any sibling rivalry for her. But then Jason’s innocent victim incited by New Yawkers, I’m not BERKELEY HEIGHTS--The Tickets are $6. Boiled Egg, in which a single status begins to share primacy with ‘A Sense of History’ actor discussed, in grim and sol- havin’ it. This isn’t the time for Mom’s tale of woe. Governor Livingston (GL) Play- The play is directed by Judith ers are currently in rehearsal for Mulder, a GL teacher, with cho- emn detail, the ordinarily simple these related states to aim fire We are forced to reconsider. And re- Art Exhibit Inspired process. consider again. In Ping-Pong fashion, their upcoming production of The reography by students Jessica stemming from their differences, Also included in the Ionesco she’s a good mother, then she’s a bad Merry Wives of Windsor. Swensen and Cristina Girgis. but to rebuild with perhaps a more By Miller-Cory Festival are The Motor Show, and united foundation – one free from mother, and then she’s a good mother A cast of 31, which includes The Elizabethean costumes, again. And on and on it goes, for a bit students from middle and elemen- which have been designed by WESTFIELD – “A Sense of Tales for Children Under Three petty stereotypes and gripes. longer than necessary. History,” an art exhibit and sale of Years Old. As for myself, I promise to do tary schools, will bring this farce to Ms. Mulder, are being sewn with So all right already. We get the gist. life on Thursday, Friday and Satur- the help of neighborhood moms. the original works of Westfield Edward, the artistic producer less grumbling under my breath artist Sandra Frank, will be dis- Neither Mom nor Jason is to blame for day, November 15-17. Thursday’s The creative set is being con- of all of the plays, personally when it comes to giving up my the particular flavor of dysfunction that played at the Miller-Cory House production will start at 7:30 p.m., structed by Technical Director directed a number of Ionesco parking space to a New Yorker. they share. It’s just that director Marshall’s Museum on Sunday, November 4, plays himself. While, his brother while the Friday and Saturday per- Ken Stiefel and Assistant Tech- from 2 to 5 p.m. formances will start at 8 p.m. nical Director Chris Riley. David, kept himself busy with The museum is located at 614 other aspects of play producing. Mountain Avenue in Westfield. Ms. Frank is a Miller-Cory vol- Igniting his interest in Ionseco’s unteer. Her work has been fea- work, Edward has been grateful 18th Annual Antiques tured in several shows and galler- to David, eight years his senior, ies in New York and New Jersey. for reading Ionseco’s plays to Show & Sale Many of her watercolor pieces have him when he was only seven received artistic achievement years of age. November 10 November 11 awards in both states. Their mother, Jane Einhorn, who 10am – 5pm 11am – 4pm The watercolors featured at at assists with their publicity, has at- Miller-Cory capture the essence tended and enjoyed many of the of the living museum and furnished Tunis-Ellicks Historic House plays and hopes to attend all 39. 1740 farmhouse. Village & Millbrook Roads • New Vernon Miller-Cory will also host its Currently, the plays are in the Admission $3.50 • $3.00 with this ad Annual Apple Bee on Sunday, No- process at various Off and Off- vember 11, from 2 to 5 p.m. Apple Off-Broadway theaters. They will Public Preview Party Nov 9, 6 to 9pm • $10.00 cider pressing, dried apples, and continue until Sunday, Decem- Proceeds Benefit Harding Township Historical Society apple crafts will be demonstrated ber 16. Information: 973-292-0161 throughout the afternoon. For festival information, please For more information, please call (212) 387-2043 or visit call (908) 232-1776. www.ionescofestival.com. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, November 1, 2001 Page 27 Art Stimulates, Grants Solace to Gallery Visitors Trying To Heal from Terrorist Attacks of September 11

By MARYLOU MORANO differently. “The feelings of the In March, the Tomasulo Gallery Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times viewer are taking on new meanings”, will be exhibiting a series inspired by WESTFIELD -- While many busi- she said, adding that what at one time the attacks on the World Trade Cen- nesses in the metro New York area was an interior, could now be seen as ter. The works are abstract expres- have been negatively impacted by a pile of rubber and twisted metal. sionist paintings by Matthew Duwel. the September 11 attacks on the World Trade Center, the local art community appears to be an excep- tion. Many area galleries have reported little or no decrease in attendance, and several are reporting an increase in the number of visitors. Jackie Civins, co-owner of Evalyn Dunn Gallery in Westfield saw a quiet last two weeks of September, followed by a quick rebound. “A lot of people have decided not to travel and are re-furnishing their homes instead. People are looking to art to pick themselves up instead of being overwhelmed by tragedy,” she said, adding that art can be very

soothing to look at. Michelle H. LePoidevin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Ms. Givens has also noted an in- IS BUSINESS BOOMING?...Galleria West and Juxtapose Gallery, both in crease in the number of clients who Westfield, discussed how business has been impacted by the events of September have stopped by the gallery just to 11 with Leader/Times reporter Marylou Morano. talk. “There has been an emotional im- Michelle H. LePoidevin for The Westfield Leader and The Times pact on the business, many of our Textiles and Paperworks” by Scot- clients are mainly interior decora- Get Outta clients have stopped by just to be tish artist Joanne Soroka two days tors, reported Jim Fitzpatrick, owner Crafters Sought for Trailside’s with other people,” she said. before the terrorist attacks. of the company. Most of Westfield’s Galleria West “As it turns out, this was the most This year, in place of a holiday Holiday Nature Craft Show clients come from the Wall Street appropriate exhibit to have at a time party for staff and clients, Couch the House like this,” commented Executive area, reported Proprietor Gerardo Braunsdorf Title Insurance Company MOUNTAINSIDE – The Union ture & Science Center is looking for By CAROL F. DAVIS Director, Joan Duffy Good. “Fabric (of the Braunsdorf Gallery) will be artisans and crafters to vend quality Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Verdugo. Consequently, he has seen County Board of Chosen Freehold- a decrease in business – a setback he plays an important part of everyone’s making a donation to the September ers has announced that Trailside Na- crafts and gifts at its 18th Annual You still have some time to expects should correct itself as his life from birth to burial.” 11 Fund. Holiday Nature Craft Show on Sun- catch Lady Day at Emerson’s day, December 2, from 11 a.m. to 4 clients begin to relocate and re-deco- Ms. Good, an artist who has exhib- Union County College’s Tomasulo Bar and Grill at the George p.m. rate their new offices. ited at the World Trade Center, added, Gallery has seen neither an increase Paul Simon Street Playhouse in New “The people who came to the exhibit Items to be sold must be handmade “The best thing people can do is nor a decrease in attendance as a CONTINUED FROM PAGE 28 from natural materials or be based on Brunswick. Tickets will run were profoundly affected. The Vi- carry on like normal,” Mr. Verdugo result of the World Trade Center Woody Allen’s classic Annie Hall. a natural history theme. Crafts being you anywhere between $26 sual Arts Center has been a wonder- said. disaster. After the terrorist attacks of Sep- sought include hand-woven basketry, and $45, depending on per- ful place to come for comfort.” The New Jersey Center for Visual “We’ve seen a little less press cov- tember 11, Simon joined celebrities stencil work, unique children’s toys, formance time, date, and seat The New Jersey Center for Visual stained glass, original nature statio- Arts had opened a new exhibit en- erage,” said Valerie Larko, Director, in a New York City-based location. Suzanne Douglass Arts, an educational institution, has nery, or photography and arrange- titled “Unmarked Lives: Tapestries, “because the papers are covering fundraising concert for the victims. portrays Billie Holiday in had its largest classroom enrollment ments of live evergreens or dried plant other events.” Ms. Larko added that “Bridge Over Troubled Water” was what has been called a vir- ever this semester. material. viewers are looking at art, especially Simon’s song of choice. Suddenly, Decorative and gift items with wild- tuoso performance. The play Two of the artists from Westfield’s art that is open to interpretation, the words and the melody we had life, gardening or nature themes are takes place in 1959, just be- ‘Twin Towers’ Juxtapose Gallery specifically cre- heard played over and over on our also appropriate for the craft show. fore Holiday’s tragic death, ated pieces around September 11 Admission is free and door prize CONTINUED FROM PAGE 28 radios and CD players weren’t so and chronicles the struggles themes. Helen Frank’s watercolor tickets afford the opportunity to win were bombed by terrorists, killing Dining Impact hackneyed. It was like hearing them of this legendary jazz singer “Firefighters at Ground Zero “ has crafted items. thousands on 9-11, companies took for the first time, but this time, with Registration for artisans and crafters in her rise to fame. You will been included in the New York His- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 24 out full-page ads expressing their a soulful meaning. ranges from $15 to $25 a space on a love the variety of songs, in- torical Society’s “History of the Day” New York cooking at Nino’s on sympathy and determination to re- The ex-husband of Peggy Harper first-come, first-served basis. cluding “Tain’t Nobody’s Biz- exhibit currently being shown at the Canal Street, feeding the workers build. (married in 1969) and actress Car- Interested crafters should call Su- ness” and “God Bless the Society’s building in New York City. at Ground Zero. While removing many cubic rie Fisher (wed in 1983) and the san Day at (908) 789-3670 or send Child.” If you don’t frequent Johanna Wezyk’s oil painting “Re- “I don’t want this to become color photographs of craft items with yards of fill to construct the tow- current husband of musician Edie the theaters of New membrance” sold immediately after yesterday’s headline,” explained a self-addressed stamped envelope to ers, several relics were uncovered, Brickell, Simon fathered a son Brunswick, it may just be time being displayed in Juxtapose’s win- Boyle. “I hope people continue to Trailside Nature & Science Center, making the site a kind of sacred named Harper with Peggy and an- 452 New Providence Road, to start. dow. The work is of an American flag donate and volunteer, which is what burial ground upon which another other son, Adrian with Edie. Mountainside, 07092. with a pot of Sunflowers in front of it. we plan to do.” * * * * * sacred burial ground would be left “Art is something people want to On Friday, November 9, decades later. be around at this time”, explained there will be a Psychic & Big steel companies, such as owner Gerri Gildea. Although the Holistic Fair at Union County Bethlehem Steel and U.S. Steel general public is invited to the College in Cranford. From 7 were turned down for the job by the Magnificent Art Show to 11 p.m., the Cranford Com- Port Authority because their bids Braunsdorf Gallery in Westfield its mons will turn into the Crys- came in too high. Instead, smaller tal Ball Room, with readers, steel companies from all over the 18th demonstrations, and vendors country contributed to the project Theater Impact of products and approaches in a piecemeal fashion, because it to health and wellness. They was cheaper that way. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 28 Westfield will also sell celestial snacks Shunned by architecture critics, might like to see professional theater and witches’ brew. It’s only opponents and New Yorkers in the without having to travel into New $3 to get in, and it could be a 70s for its bland style, the towers York. terrific adventure. The col- rtists arket have actually been the symbol most Smaller, amateur companies such A M lege is located at 1033 Spring- commonly associated with the me- at CDC and WCP might not see a field Avenue. For more infor- tropolis. Gillespie cited, “Over the marked difference in attendance this mation, please call (908) 709- years, there have been persistent year because attendees are more in- Westfield NJ Armory 7505. reports and rumors of immigration clined to feel safe staying within a * * * * * officials who find people, with no few mile radius of their homes. That, Rahway Avenue A benefit comedy show, official papers, clinging to a post- and the fact that friends and family Standup for Hope 3, hosted card of the World Trade Center as members are pouring their blood, by radio star “Goumba a symbol for their hopes for a bet- sweat and tears into these shows for Johnny” will be held at the ter world.” the sheer love of performing. Nov Union County Arts Center in Far removed from the actual 9- Local art is just as important as Rahway on Saturday, Novem- 11 tragedy, “Twin Towers” is a professional art. The fact that our . . ber 3, at 8 p.m. The show will victim in its own way – for the community theaters are thriving de- 2 3 4 feature comedians Joe Vega, reader looks to Gillespie to find spite a changing economy is won- Jason Andors and headliner some kind of solution or ending derful. Keeping busy and smiling in George Wallace. A portion of that will fix the unfixable. Because the face of danger is crucial. Weekend the proceeds will benefit the Gillespie cannot provide this solu- Attending theater can often be an Center For Hope Hospice. The tion is not his fault or his original extraordinary and educational expe- Pass $ 6 remainder of the net proceeds purpose in writing “Twin Towers,” rience, and, at a time like this, sup- will be donated by the Eliza- but the dissatisfying, anti-climac- porting our local professional and beth P.B.A. Assistance Fund tic ending shatters the reader’s amateur companies is the right thing Fri pm pm to the New York Police & Fire hopes. to do. Sat am pm Departments and the Port Au- thority Police Department. Sun am pm Singer Jazmine Janell will perform the national anthem Kids under Free and there will be a special tribute to all our fallen heroes Gourmet Food of the WTC Tragedy. Tickets are $25 and $35. Free Parking * * * * * November 10 is Veteran’s 140 Juried Artists Day, and the Watchung Arts Center will present one of America’s best-loved folk sing- Info 800.834.9437 ers, Oscar Brand, with an open- ing performance by local Directions: Gdn St Pky exit (Clark•Westfield) on Central Ave singer-songwriter Ginny Westfield Left at th light onto Grove St right at Edison School Johnston. You may be familiar with Brand’s music through onto Rahway Ave Armory is / mi on left his long association with Na- tional Public Radio - “Folksong Festival” on WNYC - or one of www.americancraftmarketing.com his 90-something recordings. The admission is $12, which includes desserts and coffee. The Center is located on the See No Evil Circle in Watchung. Call them for more information at (908) 753-0190. GLEEFUL ADDITIONS…The Westfield Glee Club “sang-in” new members Hear No Evil Misha Dutka of Scotch Plains, left, and Mary Ann Sesnowich of Colonia at a recent rehearsal. The club is in rehearsal for Winter Concerts to be A&E Editor: performed on Saturday, December 8, at 8 p.m. at Calvary Lutheran Church, Speak No Evil Cranford; and on Sunday, December 9, at 4 p.m. at St Paul’s Episcopal [email protected] Church, Westfield. For additional information, please call Dale Juntilla Wooden Puzzle Box by Richard Rothbard Boxology (908) 232-0673. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 28 Thursday, November 1, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

The A&E Staff Discovers How the Events of 9-11 The Struggle to Build Up EEXERCISE YYOUR RRIGHT TO VVOTE!!! Impacted the Local Scope of the Entertainment World What Was Tragically Torn Down Is Put in Words

By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN project, as well as the vast and Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times troubled transportation arteries from The entire history behind the erec- N.J. into N.Y. tion of the Twin Towers overflows Perhaps the author, as a professor, with seemingly insurmountable ob- is so caught up in reiterating ideas stacles like political agendas, un- and points, that the reader finds him- happy neighbors and strikers, esca- self or herself anxiously wondering lating costs and deteriorating popu- when the pop quiz will be sprung on larity. them. Astonishing ironies and small Sharpen those pencils, because miracles arose from the piles of con- “Twin Towers” drags into one of struction materials used to painstak- those 3-4 hour lectures you had to ingly build the structures. The saga endure in Art History class – or worse of the towers and its forefathers, told yet, an evening of watching slides by Rutgers University American from your neighbor’s vacation to Studies professor Angus Kress Mount Rushmore. Gillespie, is related in ornate and While amazon.com and barnesandnoble.com have reported that Gillespie’s tome has been placed Courtesy of Suzannah Plant on “back order,” I fear that the same WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE?...Suzannah Plant, who was working in her Lower Manhattan office readers seeking solace in Twin Tow- on September 11, captured this image of the devastation at what has been dubbed, “Ground Zero.” ers memorabilia will find themselves grappling for answers. You simply can’t tell a book by its cover. Pen & Ink Some ironies, which I alluded to Local Theater: Has previously, do pique the reader’s in- By Michelle H. Le Poidevin terest. THE IRONIES: Has Rift Between Joisey, New Yawk The Port Authority of New Jersey The Show Gone On? and New York took out full-page ads in newspapers to fight opposition to Truly Changed Since September 11? the building of the towers; when they By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN By KERRIANNE SPELLMAN CORT Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Locally, theater is doing just fine Continued on Page 27 Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times with community companies forging Normally, in a place where New Jersey and New York That old adage, “The Show Must full-speed ahead into the new year. motorists would be laying on their Go On” has never seemed more per- Cranford Dramatic Club recently horns to express their disgust at tinent than it does today. staged the long-running musical, The each other in a traffic jam, am- In the wake of the tragedy of Sep- Fantastiks, and Westfield Commu- tember 11, businesses of all shapes bulances from Jersey towns nity Players (WCP) has announced and sizes, including professional and their upcoming season. WCP is cur- like New Providence were exhaustive detail that eventually fails Artist of community theaters, are hoping not rently staging Tennessee William’s us in the last two chapters, dissolving rushing through the tolls to suffer irrefutable losses. revered classic, Cat on a Hot Tin into public relations “fluff.” of the turnpike to par- However, if we listen to the words Roof, and three other shows are Yet, Gillespie’s introduction in ticipate in the res- of New York Mayor Rudy Guiliani, planned, including a delightful mu- “Twin Towers: The Life of New York the Week we cannot let these tragic, and, un- cue effort at the sical review of composer Jerry City’s World Trade Center,” (Rutgers fortunately, continuing events para- Herman’s work, titled, understand- World Trade Cen- University Press, 1999 and reprint lyze us. ably, Jerry’s Girls. 2001) willingly answers the reader’s ter. New York Theater suffered a huge I recently attended a performance questions about the symbolism of For what seemed like a split sec- monetary wound in the weeks imme- of How I Learned to Drive at the the structures. He even addresses ond, Joiseyians, with all of their stereo- diately following September 11. Sev- Theater Project at Union County what was long perceived as an ugli- eral well-known and beloved shows typical big hair, names like Gina and Tony, College and I was happy to see that ness or unsightliness of their archi- had to close due to lack of atten- attendance was definitely better than and Bon Jovi music blaring, were welcome into tecture, which spanned 13 square dance. it had been at some of their previous blocks. the Empire State with open arms. A truce was called. Both sides, I would like to add, however, that shows. Perhaps, long overdue word However, as unfortunate as the which have been fighting since the dawn of the metropolis, found business is on an upswing at the of mouth about The Theater Project events of 9-11, the reader’s expecta- a common ground – saving the world from unthinkable destruc- moment, after careful and unprec- is finally making a difference for this tions going into “Twin Towers” are edented moves by the producers of tion. impressive company. tragically buried under often repeti- some shows that included cast-mem- New Jersey’s Professional Theaters It’s hard to tell whether or not the ceasefire has been obeyed, tive details and stories, microscopic ber pay-cuts and shortening the play- are also thriving. Paper Mill Play- drawings of the buildings, and pub- save the recent skit presented by Clerks and Chasing Amy ing schedule. house in Millburn has virtually never lic-relations speak, which rears its filmmaker Kevin Smith at the recent Concert for New York City. The hysterically funny Off-Broad- had a problem with ticket sales, and ugly head at the end of the volume. way Batboy has continued to run despite the recent events, the current Going into his first chapter, “Po- Throughout the barbs thrown by a handful of New Yorkers, my despite some tentative sales, and, in teeth began to clench. I started to seethe. I felt the blood rushing attendance is no exception. A Paper litical Background: The Uneasy Al- an unparalleled action, Broadway’s Mill spokesman said that sales are liance Between New York and New to my head. I began to stare blankly in anger at the folks who Rocky Horror will re-open after be- quite good at the moment, perhaps in Jersey,” the author plays devil’s ad- complained about Garden Staters and their hairspray use, toxic ing dark for several weeks. This is all part because audience members vocate to the Port Authority, the body waste smell, bad taste in sports teams, and poor hygiene and terrific news. Continued on Page 27 shouldering responsibility for the skincare, their “overcrowding” the city, and their obsession with malls. Okay, let’s get this straight (in the effort to maintain a truce). Dining Out After Terror: Proprietors Paul Simon If the 9-0 all-Democratic Union County Freeholder Board and Linden Mayor John T. Gregorio didn’t bow down to the money (1941- ) gods when accepting the proposal for taking New York City’s Dish About How Business Has Been garbage on a train, maybe the toxic waste smell wouldn’t be so By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN By CAROL F. DAVIS Westfield’s Prospect Street. to accommodate these groups who Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times horrendous. Although the plan has derailed slightly, it doesn’t Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times mean the whole thing and those involved don’t “stink.” Maybe, When he talked about the night realize the value of time spent with I had a friend in college named Christopher Boyle and his brother of September 11, Boyle described friends and loved ones. Julie who was my cohort and part- and this is just a hunch, Jerseyans would not have to inhale New are the new proprietors of the York’s waste, if it wasn’t constantly forced down our throats. his “shock and amazement” at the Concerned about attacks on Arab- ner in crime when it came to Northside Trattoria, a popular es- number of patrons who dined out. owned businesses, I went to Salt & changing the words of classic rock Continued on Page 26 tablishment on downtown The place was packed. Pepper on Park Avenue in Scotch songs to fit our silly purposes. In contrast, Brianna’s in Scotch Plains to check on Nabil. The soft- Any song was fair game. Plains was quiet. According to spoken, friendly Egyptian told me But, Paul Frederic Simon’s Michael DeVita, the “Fifty Ways to Leave Your Lover” first week following served our purposes just right. the attacks brought “Slip out the back, Jack (for a decrease in the Jackie, my pledge mother), Make SpecialSpecial EventEvent number of custom- SpecialSpecial EventEvent a new plan, Dan (the nerdy guy ers. who was always trying to cozy up th That Saturday to us), You don’t need to be coy NNovemberovember 1177 night, however, a LaCroix (the guy Julie liked), group of regulars don’t be a slug, Chug (the guy I came in. The three liked). Exclusive Lladró Privilege couples just wanted We promised we would never, Available While You Wait to sit and talk. DeVita no matter how giddy the night brought out a few became, to sing the song in front Join us for a Special bottles of wine and of the aforementioned folks. But, Event on November 17. joined them. it happened. Not only had we mu- When it was time tilated a Simon classic, but we Instant redemption to order, no one re- managed to target a fifth of the ally felt like eating, campus frat members. for “PRINCE OF THE so he made some ap- Newark was the birthplace of ELVES”. First of three petizers, as they con- Simon, who has worked with ev- tinued to drink wine ery legend from Art Garfunkel in in THE ENCHANTED and share their feel- the doo-wop duo “Tom and FOREST series. ings. DeVita also no- Jerry,” Carol King, James Tay- ticed that customers lor Los Lobos and Linda are more compassion- Ronstadt. However, Simon called ate. the Forest Hills section of Queens Come see the unveiling “It really did touch his growing space. me,” DeVita said. Simon was not only the off- of Lladró limited edition “One guy was on the spring of a musician and school “WAITING FOR A RAINBOW” 109th floor, and saw teacher, but the child of the 60s, a the plane coming. revolutionary voice for the 80s, Another guy was on Michelle H. LePoidevin for The Westfield Leader and The Times and a pioneer for peace in the the 64th floor,” he 90s. In the 80s, he wasn’t afraid Complementary Membership stated. Obviously, both were lucky. that the place was very quiet, but of incorporating Latin, jazz and Christopher Pica of Theresa’s on there had been no trouble. Relieved, reggae flavors into songs like Into Lladró Privilege Elm Street agreed. “People are more I ordered some take-out, and was “Mother and Child Reunion” and reserved. They are happy to be out,” delighted to see more customers “Me and Julio Down By the With Purchase he said. Theresa’s, too, saw an ini- begin to flock in. Schoolyard.” A departure from tial decrease in customers. It took a Restaurant owners are doing what his earlier work, the new sounds few days for things to return to they can to help. When Pica real- was embraced and absorbed by normal, and now the numbers are ized that the pregnant woman who his faithful followers. reaching a new high. was ready to pay for her meal had The music video for “You Can “People don’t want to go to New just lost her husband in the attack, Call Me All,” featuring York,” Pica added. he refused to take her money. wisenheimer Chevy Chase, Another trend noted by some res- Boyle has donated food, collected showed listeners the comical per- PRINCE OF THE ELVES $295. taurateurs is the increase in the 5-gallon buckets from Robert Treat, sonality of a man who always 9 ¼ x 6 ¾ number of larger groups going out Panera’s, and the Mountainside Deli looked quiet and withdrawn. The together. in order to help with the effort to musician even held a cameo role Joseph Carnevale of Novita in clear debris, and he has been in as Diane Keaton’s boyfriend in 219 NORTH AVENUE · WESTFIELD NJ, 07090 908.233.6900 Westfield wishes he had more room Continued on Page 27 Continued on Page 27 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK