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CHAMBER HAPPENINGS
11 MAKING HEADLINES Chamber members awards and accomplishments 13 HONORING SUSSEX COUNTY’S STARS The 33rd annual awards recognized area organizations and individuals 15 SUSSEX COUNTY DAY 39 Two popular festivals unite under one name 17 FOR THE LOVE OF THE TRAILS Sussex County Trails Partnership celebrates 10th anniversary QUALITY IN LIVING
32 HIDDEN GEM Kittatinny Valley State Park in Sussex County
37 SUSSEX COUNTY YMCA EXPANDS Community supports the Y with increased membership
39 CAMPS AREN’T JUST FOR KIDS Programs for adults gaining in popularity
42 BRIDES SAY “I DO” TO SUSSEX COUNTY Demand fuels opening of new venue as others renovate 44 T AKING ACTION AGAINST WORKPLACE VIOLENCE Chamber offers prevention programs 15 62 CELEBRATING MILESTONES 2018-2019
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19 NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN SUSSEX COUNTY Retail, housing and the world’s largest glass recycling facility 23 INTERESTED IN STARTING OR EXPANDING A BUSINESS? The SCEDP can help 26 BR OTHERS CONTINUE TO GROW SPARTA COMPANY LEGACY A Tech Success Story 42 29 STRONGER TOGETHER Higher education leaders form alliance to meet workforce needs RESOURCE GUIDE
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTTEE
Jennifer Gardner, Chairwoman
T Love, Vice-Chairwoman
Buffie Dobbs, Secretary
Lidia Zdunek, Treasurer
Jacqueline Espinoza, Past Chairwoman
Tammie Horsfield, President
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elcome to the 2018-2019 issue of Sussex County magazine. Have you ever experienced those times when it feels like you are stuck in neutral? You aren’t going backward, but you aren’t advancing as quickly as you would like either. WThen suddenly, it’s like someone steps on the gas. You stop idling and begin moving ahead – fast! That’s what the past 12 months have been like for Sussex County. A number of development projects that have been in the works for years have either opened or made significant progress towards completion. Three of those blend housing and retail and one will put Sussex County on the map as home to the largest recycling center of its kind in the world (pages 19-22). Major renovations and expansions have taken place too. The Sussex County YMCA added 9,000 square feet (page 37). Four area venues, including one that’s brand new, did some major upgrading to meet the demands of the county’s burgeoning wedding scene (pages 42-43) and the Shoppes at Lafayette, a 100,000 square foot retail and commercial destination, is also investing millions into rebuilding the shopping village. Our cover story highlights one of the county’s true hidden gems - Kittatinny Valley State Park. This 6,000 acre oasis suits strolling dog walkers to mountain bikers and everyone in between (pages 32-35). Hikers love its 11 trails and the fact that the 20-mile Sussex Branch Trail passes right through it. Speaking of trails, the Chamber’s Trail Partnership Committee celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. Trail cleanups, new trail enhancements along with added signage are some of the committee’s recent accomplishments (page 17). I hope you enjoy our publication and make sure to keep your seatbelt fastened. Sussex County is in forward motion!
Sincerely,
Tammie Horsfield President CHAMBER COMMITTEES 2018 CHAMBER AFFILIATES 2018
Education Sussex County Branchville-Frankford-Lafayette Chair: Craig Hutcheson, Trails Partnership Chamber Council Kittatinny Regional School District Co-Chair: Robert B. Nicholson III Chair: Cindy Nolte, A Fresh Look on Life Co-Chair: Gus Modla, Sussex Eastern Logistics Co-Chair: Gregory A. Stetzel County Technical School Co-Chair: Rocky Gott Branchville Family Chiropractic Unaffiliated Trail Consultant Energy Conservation Central Sussex County Chair: Jacqueline Espinoza, JCP&L Technology Chamber Council Chair: Trevor Current Chair: Robert Charlton, Nisivoccia LLP Government/Legislative Current Media Group, LLC Franklin-Hardyston Chamber Council Chair: Tammie Horsfield Chair: Jennifer Gardner Sussex County Chamber Wellness Sussex County YMCA of Commerce Chair: T Love Quantum Wellness Co-Chair: Karen McDougal, Lakeland Bank Human Resources Southern Sussex County Development Women in Business Chamber Council Chair: Thomas N. Ryan, Esq. Chair: Tammie Horsfield Chair: Cathy Kut Laddey Clark and Ryan, LLP Sussex County Chamber Realty Executives Exceptional Realtors of Commerce Tourism Sparta Chamber Council Co-Chair: Don Hall Young Professionals Chair: William P. Askin, Askin and Hooker LLC Chatterbox Drive In Chair: Lidia Zdunek Sussex Wantage Chamber Council Co-Chair: Lynn Groves Lakeland Bank Chair: Tom Madsen, Tom Madsen LLC Kittatinny Valley State Park Co-Chair: Tim Dinan Co-Chair: Claudia Raffay, Laddey, Clark & Ryan, LLP Sussex Rural Electric Cooperative
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CHAMBER MEMBERS AWARDS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS Making Headlines
NEWTON MEDICAL CENTER WSUS Morning Show Host STEVE ANDREWS received a Healthgrades 2018 was inducted into the New Jersey Broadcasters Patient Safety Excellence Award™, Association (NJBA) Hall of Fame. a designation that recognizes superior performance of hospitals ELIZABETH MORGAN, that have prevented the occurrence of Coldwell Banker of serious, potentially avoidable Residential Brokerage in complications for patients during Sparta, was an Honored hospital stays. Healthgrades, Nominee in the Lifetime the leading online resource for Achievement Award comprehensive information about category at the Sussex Steve physicians and hospitals, also put the Andrews Elizabeth Morgan County Chamber of hospital in the top 10% in the nation for Commerce’s “Toast to the Stars” Awards general surgery. Dinner in 2018.
Sussex Bank is now SB ONE BANK, TERENCE WYNNE of the financial services launching its new brand and name firm Edward Jones in Newton recently won on April 26, 2018. the firm’s Edward Jones Sr. Founders Award for his exceptional achievement in building client relationships.
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For the 8th year Who holds a Viking march to celebrate in a row, the a ground breaking? ANGRY ERIK WOODEN BREWING of course! Attendees DUCK BED & trekked two miles (many in Viking garb) BREAKFAST to the site of the new brewery in Hampton has been awarded Township from the current location in the TripAdvisor Lafayette. 5 Star Certificate of Excellence and the TripAdvisor Hall Two NAMI SUSSEX members were of Fame Designation for the having more recognized with NAMI NJ Program than 5 consecutive years with Certificates awards: board member Jeri Doherty of Excellence. for Family-to-Family, and Bob Cubby, a facilitator of PTS (“Post Traumatic Stress”) IES BRAIN RESEARCH Connection, a free support group for FOUNDATION, a completely volunteer veterans, police and first responders. run non-profit organization, has awarded 101 summer fellowships to students to REALTY EXECUTIVES EXCEPTIONAL study neuroscience since the organization REALTORS was named the 2017 began this program in 2005. premiere mid-sized company in North Jersey Media Group’s annual MIDDLETON & COMPANY Top Workplaces awards program. INSURANCE OF NEWTON qualified for the Merchants Insurance Group’s THE CENTER FOR PREVENTION “President’s Club.” Middleton & AND COUNSELING experienced a Company Insurance has been serving 17% growth in the services and programs Sussex County and surrounding areas it offers in Sussex County. since 1937. Angry Erik Brewing
Drs. Greg and Kim Stetzel of COMPASSIONATE CARE HOSPICE BRANCHVILLE FAMILY OF NORTHERN NEW JERSEY CHRIS HEMMER, Chief Development CHIROPRACTIC announce the was named the #1 Manager of the SCARC Foundation has graduations of Dr. Billy Stetzel and Hospice in New been awarded the Robert Lane Chairman’s Dr. Danielle Stetzel from Sherman Jersey for Patient Award for his exemplary contribution College of Chiropractic in Spartanburg, Visits per Week by to the SCARC mission to provide high SC as the third generation of chiropractors the Centers for quality services and support to people with in the family. Medicare and developmental disabilities and their families Medicaid. in Sussex County.
PAINTED GRAPE was voted the Best KURT WALTON took over Art Classes by the NJ Herald’s Readers’ as the President of Choice Awards three years in a row Pass It Along, as (2016, 2017, 2018) and BECKIE SAJBAN, Diane Taylor, the Painted Grape founder, was a nominee for organization’s a Sussex County Chamber Entrepreneur Founder, stepped of the Year award in 2018. down to assume the Left to right: Dr. Kim Stetzel, Dr. Danielle role of chairperson of Stetzel, Dr. Billy Stetzel, Katelyn Stetzel the Board of Directors. Kurt Walton and Dr. Greg Stetzel. BUSINESS INNOVATION CHAMBER HAPPENINGS AWARD Skylands Stadium
BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR AWARD Don Hall (The Chatterbox)
CHAIRMAN’S AWARD Sussex County Knock Out Opioid Abuse Town Hall
CHAMBER CHAMPION AWARD Tom Madsen (Tom Madsen, LLC)
CUSTOMER SERVICE AWARD Talbots (Sparta)
DAVID C. HERZENBERG AWARD Terry Newhard Honoring Sussex County’s Stars (Mr. Newhard is recently retired from NORWESCAP, where he served ell timed and delivered store in Sussex, NJ, was the winner in for 35 years) with the right note of this category. Open a year in the former sincerity and celebration, location of El Coqui and Prouts Diner, the ENTREPRENEURS OF THE YEAR a toast gets any celebration company’s mission says it all “Optimum Mike and Tom Mendiburu Woff to a strong start. That’s why the health and it’s direct relationship to (High Point) Chamber themed the 33rd annual awards environment (including; community, dinner, which recognized area companies, food, microbiome, and soil) is the principal HEALTHY LIVING organizations and individuals that shine, driving force behind our dedication to AWARD a “Toast to the Stars.” Glasses were raised providing the highest quality healthy Get Juiced to the numerous nominees and 15 winners snacks in fun and accessible forms Bob Whitescarver, at Perona Farms in Andover, NJ. produced through sustainable, habitat Get Juiced, with “There were plenty of deserving enriching practices.” award presenter Cathy nominees, as there always are, because Longstanding award categories that Kut, Realty Executives so many of our businesses make it a didn’t end up on the chopping block Exceptional Realtors priority to be a integral part of this strong include Quality in Business, Customer LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD community,” said Chamber President Service, David C. Herzenberg, Quality Mark Avondoglio (Perona Farms) Tammie Horsfield. in Living, Lifetime Achievement and the A number of new awards were Chairman’s Award. NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION introduced for the first time including The prestigious Chairman’s Award, OF THE YEAR AWARD Business Innovation, Business Person of the given to an individual or organization Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice Year, Chamber Champion, Entrepreneur that has made an exemplary and/or of the Year, Healthy Living, Non-Profit extraordinary contribution to the county OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY Organization of the Year, Rising Star, in the past year, went to the Sussex County EVENT OF THE YEAR AWARD Outstanding Community Event of the Knock Out Opioid Abuse Town Hall. Krogh’s Turkey Trot and Dragon Year, and Workplace of the Year. Co-sponsored by the Sussex County Boat Race (Sparta Education “The Chamber added new award Prosecutor’s Office, the Center for Foundation) categories, updated others and retired a few Prevention and Counseling, Atlantic this year.” said Horsfield. “It was time to Health System, the Coalition for Healthy QUALITY IN BUSINESS AWARD broaden the scope and add some categories and Safe Communities, and the National The Mitchell Insurance Agency that were a bit more modern and represent Council on Alcoholism and Drug QUALITY IN LIVING AWARD businesses that are pursing success by Dependence - New Jersey, the event was Kittatinny Valley State Park meeting the changing needs of consumers, presented nationally as a way to shed light like the Healthy Living award.” on opioid misuse while offering strategies RISING STAR AWARD The Healthy Living award recognizes an for prevention and awareness. Jamie LaCouture (Thorlabs) innovative business that supports the health Last year the same award went to the of its consumers and community within its Sussex County C.L.E.A.R. program WORKPLACE core business model and mission. which shared a similar goal of fighting the OF THE YEAR AWARD Get Juiced, a health food and drink ongoing addicition and opioid crisis. Franklin Mutual Insurance Company
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Kids enjoy a bounce house at Sussex County Day.
TWO POPULAR FESTIVALS UNITE UNDER ONE NAME Sussex County Day wo popular community festivals, both presented by the Sussex County Chamber of Commerce, joined forces in 2016. But it wasn’t by choice. With weather compelling the cancellation of Sussex TCounty Day twice that May, Chamber President Tammie Horsfield decided to combine it with the organization’s Champion of the Grill festival held each September at the Sussex County Fairgrounds in Augusta, NJ.
“Merging two events can be tricky,” said Horsfield. “Especially when it’s not what the original plan was. But the majority of participants and visitors really liked having one big celebration of Sussex County in one place.” In fact, it was so well received the two merged permanently in 2017, this time by choice, not chance – under the Sussex County Day at Champion of the Grill banner. And now another change is taking place. While the BBQ team prepares for Champion of the Grill competition at Sussex County Day. continued on the next page
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Sussex County Day Scott Reid of Texas Smoke Barbecue, the reigning Champion of the Grill, labors near CONTINUED his smoker. popular BBQ cooking competition will still “I feel it is a great event to bring all of handles the popular Apple Pie Contest along be a major part of the event, it’s being dropped the local residents together and support the with Elizabeth Morgan of Caldwell Banker as part of the festival’s name, which will now chamber that gives back in so many ways,” Realtors and Christy Mahon of Escape Artist be known solely as Sussex County Day. The said Deena Marie Smith, Co-Chair of the Holidays - Dream Vacations. 2018 festival will be held at the Sussex County Volunteer committee and Vice President, “Having enjoyed my trips to Champion Fairgrounds on Sunday, September 16 from Commercial Relationship Manager at of the Grill, I saw an opportunity to 12-5 pm. A portion of the day’s proceeds are First Hope Bank. “It supports the volunteer for a fun part of Sussex County used for the Chamber’s annual scholarship Chamber scholarships too, which in Day,” said Ryan, who admits a little nostalgia program for area graduates and will also turn helps our residents to achieve their motivated her too. “I grew up with my Mom support business training and development educational goals.” being the pie maker in my home and always needs for local companies and organizations. Cathy Kut of Realty Executives enjoyed coming home to the delicious smell “Sussex County Day was created to Exceptional Realtors, chairs the Exhibitor of a pie in the oven.” celebrate our community,” says Horsfield. Committee with Co-Chair Kurt Walton of But even her mom resorted to store “While discussion abounds about what Pass It Along. Kut says of the event, “It is a bought pies in a pinch, “The pies donated to actually defines a community, I believe, fabulous opportunity to meet residents from this event from our local grocers and bakeries like many, that it’s a certain cohesiveness, the entire County for a fun free day!” also reminds me of when my Mom ran out camaraderie and sense of support among Walton agrees, adding, “I have had the of time to make a homemade pie and she residents, businesses, organizations and privilege of being an educator for 31 years told me “We have adopted Mrs. Smith” and municipal representatives. That’s what we and now I have the privilege of working at it would be her pie in our oven. It was very have here and it’s what we are highlighting at Pass it Along. With that privilege comes good, but I still wished it was my Mom’s.” Sussex County Day.” great opportunities to serve and give back As you would expect, local municipalities As Premier Sponsor of Sussex County Day to our local communities, which have given and departments of County government since its inception, Newton Medical Center my family so much. It’s an honor to be on a are well represented at this community -Atlantic Health System has a large presence Sussex Day Committee.” celebration. There’s even opportunity for at the event each year, showcasing various Lee Ellison, Director of Marketing some friendly competition between towns hospital departments and offering a variety of Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, is both an including an egg toss contest, and a chicken free screening, interactive activities and loads exhibitor and an event volunteer. From the wing eating contest between area law of great information on health and wellness. organization’s point of view, Ellison said, enforcement officers. A huge team of Chamber members “As a business, Sussex County Day is the “Sussex County Day is a great opportunity volunteer behind the scenes to make Sussex place to be. We participate in the scavenger for law enforcement agencies to meet with County Day a success and their enthusiasm hunt so hundreds of people stop by our booth, their residents and the visitors to their is contagious. giving us an opportunity to talk to them municipalities,” said Chief Michael S. about our services.” Richards of the Newton Police Department When discussing her volunteer role, and President of the Sussex County Police Ellison explains, “As a volunteer I got involved Chiefs Association. “We enjoy being able to OTHER ANNUAL because the Sussex County Chamber, showcase the ways that we work together, HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: specifically Tammie Horsfield, does so much partnering with federal, State, county and for not only our organization but for the municipal law enforcement, to serve our • Atlantic Ambulance Air One medevac business community, and I felt this was a communities and to help make our county helicopter landing and tours perfect opportunity to give back. The safe and secure.” • Sussex County Idol Singing Contest event is such a huge undertaking, Companies, organizations, vendors, for kids K-12 grade any way we can support the effort exhibitors, classic car enthusiasts, aspiring • Champion of the Grill BBQ competition only makes the event better for the young singers (k-12 grade) and grill with cash prizes and lots of free samples community.” aficionados interested in being a part of • Apple Pie Contest Some volunteers got involved Sussex County Day can contact the Sussex after years of enjoying the County Chamber of Commerce at 973-579-1811 • Classic Car Show festivities as guests, like Mary Ann or visit sussexcountychamber.org for • Scavenger Hunt Ryan of Hello Neighbor, who now more information. • Law Enforcement Chicken Wing Challenge For The Love of The Trails SUSSEX COUNTY TRAILS PARTNERSHIP CELEBRATES 10TH ANNIVERSARY
re you in love with the outdoors? If so, then you are probably one of the thousands of Sussex County residents and visitors that enjoy Athe area’s beautiful trails each year. Famous naturalist and Sierra Club founder John Muir said, “In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks.”
The Trails Partnership Committee of the Sussex County Chamber of Commerce, celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, works to develop the local trail system for the economic and healthy community benefits that result from this resource. Employees from area companies join in trail maintenance efforts placing new signs at trail heads. “Trails are great for the community in a lot of ways,” explains Chamber President Tammie Horsfield. “Not only do they encourage their employees – many on Committee. A full-size comprehensive provide recreational opportunities for company time – to volunteer at the cleanups. trail map helps with this, outlining where the people that live here, they encourage They battle blisters, bruises and some bug trail heads, parking lots and restrooms are travelers to visit, which has many positive bites in the clearing of brush and fallen tree located. So does trail signage, which can prove economic benefits.” Trails, says Horsfield, branches so hikers, bikers, runners, and indispensable if users are uncertain about trail foster economic prosperity too. “Whether anyone seeking the peace of nature can enjoy. location or direction, or become disoriented. it’s lodging, dining, gas fill ups or a cup For Jamie LaCouture, who handles In 2018 new informational kiosks were of coffee, trails provide a real, measurable community relations at Thorlabs, the installed at 3 trails heads, each containing a financial benefit to Sussex County.” decision to send a team to the clean-up was trail map and other important information Well cared for trails become popular an easy one. “It is important to us as a pillar regarding the trails. Over 1,000 new trail trails and the Trails Partnership Committee of the community to support our hometown blazer directional signs were installed along actively participates in their maintenance by and surrounding areas wherever we can, the 13.5 mile Great Valley trail loop as well. organizing quarterly trail cleanups. During in any way that we can. This was a good Looking forward to 2019, the Trails this year’s scheduled trail clean ups, front opportunity for our employees to get out Partnership Committee plans to add new gates were refreshed with new coats of paint, in the fresh air and do something the helps signage for trail parking and additional tunnels that contained graffiti were painted beautify and maintain the trails that both information kiosks and wayfinding signs. and overall trail maintenance was completed. the community and many members of our The launch of a new website from the Sussex Local companies like Friendly’s, Franklin Thorlabs team use on a daily basis.” County Chamber in October 2018 will Mutual Insurance Company LAN Associates Working to increase public awareness of provide current trails information, scheduled EPAS, Inc., Pain Relief the trails and ensure users have committee and trail clean up dates as well Chiropractic, Thorlabs, access to information to as any trails related events. The partnership and United Methodist enhance their experience recognizes the importance of the trails to the Trail Maps can be Communities at also falls to the economy and tourism and looks forward to found at the Sussex County Bristol Glen Trails Partnership seeing you out on the trails! Chamber of Commerce office located in the Chase Bank building on Route 206 N in Newton, NJ. sussexcountychamber.org 17 Thank You! We’re honored to be voted the Best Bank in Sussex County 13 years in a row. We owe it all to our loyal customers and to the readers of the New Jersey Herald. It’s our exceptional team that makes the difference – by going above and beyond to simplify banking.
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GREENTREE DEVELOPMENT, LLC New Developments Many lake communities like Hopatcong CONTINUED Borough struggle daily to preserve their unique character in order to keep both working hard at investing in its strengths Spring Street – is the gateway to downtown residents and tourists happy and to and highlighting the benefits of Sussex Newton and the historic district. Corner maintain their economic vitality. For County living. retail activates the ground floor and helps many, redevelopment efforts are necessary Newton Town Centre was born in a the building blend into a street filled with in neighborhoods and commercial areas meeting between RPM Development staff ground floor commercial uses. Residents can to replace or repair previously developed and the Town of Newton in July of 2012. walk to a variety of local restaurants, cultural buildings or plots of land that are in RPM Development reached out to the institutions, and the majority of the civic substandard condition or are no longer useful town as a redevelopment area, but the town buildings for both the Town of Newton and in their current state. brought up a different idea; it suggested Sussex County. Hopatacong’s revitalization is no a partnership with the Town of Newton The total project costs were just under miracle; rather, it is the result of concerted Parking Authority to transform one of their $17.5MM. The project employed more than effort and planning by the Borough surface lots in a prime location into a mixed- 50 different workers during the construction beginning with two projects in the River use development. Thomas Russo, Newton process across a spectrum of trades and Styx section of town from Greentree Town Manager, was integral in helping included three full-time on-site employees. Development Group. bring together all of the Town of Additionally, the project now The first, a 15-unit condo community Newton pieces – including has a full time live-in with on-site retail space known as Brookland the Parking Authority, Superintendent and at Lakepointe, was recently completed at 5 Planning Board, and “These projects the retail space will West River Styx Road. The second project, Town Council. reflect how area employ additional known as The Townhomes at Lakepointe, The project developers and towns are people once it is will feature nine luxury housing units site – with a main rented, hopefully working together to located at 468 River Styx Road. For years entrance on later this year. continued on the next page build stronger communities.”
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Company representatives said that the move is in response to increased demand for New Developments its ability to recycle glass from sorting facilities throughout the Northeast more efficiently CONTINUED and cost effectively. both sites sat vacant with gravel lots, chain said George Valiotis, CEO of Pace Glass. NORTH VILLAGE link fencing and overgrown brush. “We will open other businesses in the area. We AT SPARTA hope that what we are doing in Andover is a It’s still not much more than a big piece of PACE GLASS model for other towns in the nation. We look excavated land, but North Village at Sparta Pace Glass broke ground in May 2018 on its to open this plant in seven or eight months.” is taking shape swiftly. Located on Route planned $55 million, 250,000 square foot Co-Founder of Pace Glass Michael 15 in Sparta and stretching for 89 acres from state-of-the-art facility that will soon be the Mahoney added, “We are more than the railroad tracks near Houses Corner Road world’s largest glass recycling facility. The extremely excited about the fact that we’re to White Lake Road, the project will feature plant is located on 85 acres on Limecrest Road opening here and the potential growth a Ronetco Supermarket as its’ anchor along in Andover, NJ. Construction is slated to be within the company.” He notes on Andover with additional retail, an assisted living completed over the next twelve months and leadership, “They have been more than facility, apartments and townhouses. operations are expected to begin in early 2019. welcoming to bringing in new business and This will be Ronetco’s fourth Sussex Pace Glass will also be creating making the process move quickly. With County ShopRite joining three others located approximately 80 local jobs in two daily the addition of the new Andover Township in Newton, Franklin and Byram Township. shifts. In addition, as many as 60 truck drivers plant, we will be able to strengthen our The 90,000 square foot supermarket, which will be hired to deliver the recycled glass position as a leading glass recycling will also include a liquor store, expects to open called cullet to manufacturers in the Tri-State technology provider on a much larger scale.” in 2019. area, upstate New York, Massachusetts and Pace Glass will use local rail facilities to ship Owen Dykstra of Dykstra Associates in Pennsylvania. its products to the site from up to 500 miles Newton, the owner, developer and engineer of “We are happy to be here and playing a away and plans to add a rail spur to allow for the project, estimates full completion of work small role in glass recycling in this country,” easier loading and unloading. on the site within 3 years.
Townhomes at Lakepointe
22 sussexcountychamber.org Winners of SCEDP awards gather for a photo at the Lake Mohawk Golf Club. Interested in Starting or Expanding a Business? THE SCEDP CAN HELP
e all know that successful life in the area. It does this by assisting that correctly. No Cost. Here are some of the businesses don’t happen individuals investigating the feasibility of things you can get assistance with: by accident. If you are going into business, working with existing interested in starting businesses to expand and retain economic START UP SUPPORT: Guidance, referrals Wa business in Sussex County, don’t go it viability and attracting new companies that and resources for starting your own business. alone. Let the Sussex County Economic will complement, and be consistent with, the Development Partnership (SCEDP) help you character and environment of the area. FINANCING ASSISTANCE REFERRAL: through the process of starting a new business The SCEDP is supported financially One stop center for referrals on available or expanding a current one. through investors from the business financing options for your business. The SCEDP, a non-profit organization community who are true leaders in the SITE LOCATION: Assist with a County wide serving all of Sussex County, is dedicated to the advancement of Sussex County. inventory of commercial space, including creation of sustainable economic opportunity All SCEDP services are provided at no and prosperity to improve the quality of cost or obligation to its clients. Yes, you read continued on the next page
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Starting or Expanding? SCEDP Board CONTINUED of Trustees both listed and private properties and EXPANSION: Friendly, encouraging buildings for sale or lease. assistance for businesses seeking to take their Jessica Caldwell company to the next level. DEMOGRAPHICS: Fast, comprehensive J. Caldwell & Associates, LLC and accurate information on many UTILITIES: Infrastructure information William Close aspects of Sussex County. GIS mapping and readiness and navigation assistance in Sparta Township service assistance for site location and regulatory matters. demographic assistance offered. Jon Connolly While the SCEDP shares offices, staff and Sussex County LOCAL AND STATE LIAISON: its’ president, Tammie Horsfield, with the Community College Business advocacy and intervention Sussex County Chamber of Commerce, it is through working relationships with town, a distinct and separate organization offering Joseph DiPaolo county, state and federal government as different services and events. Newton Medical Center- well as public utilities and organizations Each spring the SCEDP recognizes Atlantic Health System active in economic development. outstanding area companies at the SCEDP Annual Awards Luncheon (see sidebar for Jacqueline Espinoza LABOR: Workforce training and award winners) and holds an Economic JCP&L a First Energy Corp. maximization assistance. Development Forum and Sussex County Mayors Reception in the fall. Miles Kuperus Farmside Landscape & Design, Inc. Tom Madsen Tom Madsen, LLC Keri Marino SB One Bank Keith Niedergall Lakeland Bank Sylvia Petillo Sussex County Board of Chosen Freeholders Gregory V. Poff II County of Sussex Thomas N. Ryan Laddey, Clark & Ryan, LLP Harold “Hap”Rowan One Inning A Time Foundation
SCEDP STAFF: Tammie Horsfield President John Drake Client Services
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REDEVELOPMENT AWARD Brookland at Lakepointe, Hopatcong; The Townhomes of Lakepointe, Hopatcong
NEW BUSINESS AWARD Lorraine’s Cake Shoppe & Tea Room Pace Glass, Inc. A Facility BUSINESS EXPANSION AWARD in Pike County, PA Biondo Investment Advisors, LLC Sussex County YMCA
BUSINESS ADVOCACY AWARD Project Self Sufficiency
MUNICIPAL AWARD Lafayette Township
BUSINESS INVESTMENT AWARD RPM Development Group - Newton Town Centre
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A TECH SUCCESS STORY Brothers Continue To Grow Sparta Company Legacy HighPoint.com Stadium
f you are a Rutgers football fan, you know them when they graduated; be it the success of by a single mother. Cash was tight and neither the team plays at the High Point Stadium* the company they ended up building together went to college after high school. Both worked in Piscataway. What you may not know – a circa quarter billion-dollar, multinational a couple of different jobs, got married, moved is that High Point is a Sparta, NJ- based technology solutions provider - or the fact around, and experienced some hardships, like Icompany run by two High Point Regional that they would sign a $6.5 million deal for the one that drove Mike and his wife Heather High School grads; Mike (’86) and Tom the Rutgers Stadium naming rights. to their knees in 1996: a house that they Mendiburu (’89). That’s because theirs is a bit of a “rags to owned in Wantage but were renting to friends It’s pretty unlikely that either brother riches” story. The brother’s parents split up while they were living in Ohio, burned down could have predicted what the future held for when they were very young so they were raised due to a construction fault in the chimney.
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It was while praying that the idea to start Mike Mendiburu Tom Mendiburu High Point Solutions (the original company name), whose namesake was High Point State Park, came to them. As they headed back to New Jersey in July of 1996, Mike made the company’s first transaction, a $350 order taken at a rest stop in Youngstown, OH. This is a bit extraordinary since the couple had only $1,000 in the bank, $23,000 in credit card debt, and no business plan whatsoever, just the founding principles of honesty, integrity, trust and serving. Even though Mike thought he wanted to work alone as a single consultant focused on serving customers’ technology needs, the plan quickly changed when circumstances brought him and his brother Tom together as a team. The new company’s first year saw modest sales of $200,000. Running a business was a challenge for the 27 and 25 year old entrepreneurs, but 1997 saw explosive growth finishing with $6.8M in revenue and conducting business in 3 different locations. The business doubled every single year and in 2001 hit a milestone: High Point was named the fastest growing company in America reaching the #1 spot on the Inc. 500. There were no shortage of stories and interviews about their company’s success, as well as additional awards, but the Mendiburu brothers always endeavored to give credit to God, the incredibly loyal and talented High Point team, as well as principles of doing the right thing and serving others. Even as the company has grown, it has neither forgotten its roots in Sussex County nor compromised its founding principles of honesty, integrity, trust and serving, which are the corporation’s bedrock. The outlook for the technology industry has never been stronger and High Point looks to serve the local community for years to come. In addition to the Sparta headquarters, *The 52,454-seat the company stadium had been called maintains offices High Point Solutions Stadium in Charlotte, since Rutgers sold the naming rights North Carolina to the company in June 2011. Recently the company rebranded and took and London “solutions’’ out of its name. As a result, England. Rutgers’ football stadium has been called HighPoint.com Stadium since the beginning of 2018. sussexcountychamber.org 27
QUALITY IN BUSINESS Stronger Together HIGHER EDUCATION LEADERS FORM ALLIANCE TO MEET WORKFORCE NEEDS Chamber Offers o get ahead in today’s economy, employees and jobseekers alike Development need skills and credentials to succeed. At the same time, a Scholarships Tgrowing number of Sussex County employers face a shortage of qualified workers. In an The Sussex County effort to strengthen economic and workforce Chamber of Commerce development in the Northwest New Jersey is offering Business region, Sussex County Community College owner-operators. This grant funded training (SCCC) and Warren County Community opportunity is made possible by a partnership Development scholarships College (WCCC) signed a non-credit among the New Jersey Business and Industry for Sussex County Chamber partnership agreement that offers residents Association (NJBIA), NJ’s community member businesses and an opportunity to take advantage of a myriad colleges, and the NJ Department of Labor their employees. of choices for certification programs and and Workforce Development. non-credit courses. “The collaboration between SCCC and The partnership, known as Skylands WCCC is a terrific example of two leaders in Scholarship consideration Professional Training, offers education higher education working together to enhance will be given for courses, for employees of NJ-based businesses and their educational offerings, while helping conferences, webinars, and organizations, including small business continued on the next page other educational programs that provide additional skills and training for employees. Scholarships are for tuition/ training only. Lodging, food, transportation and miscellaneous fees will not be covered.
Funds for these scholarships currently come from a portion of Sussex County Day proceeds and a Cork Fundraiser presented by the Chamber Board of Trustees. The Chamber is also seeking additional financial support from the area’s larger employers Seated, from left, Dr. Will Austin, WCCC President and Dr. Jon Connolly, SCCC President. Standing, from left, Craig Dana, WCCC Board of Trustee member; Eve Azar, WCCC Vice to expand the program to President, Corporate and Continuing Education; Ed Smith, Warren County Freeholder and provide more educational former WCCC Trustee; State Senator Steve Oroho; Dr. James Baker, SCCC Vice President opportunities for local of Academic Affairs and Judge Lorraine Parker, Chair, SCCC Board of Trustees. employees. Naming opportunities are available.
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Below are resources Stronger Together to contact for more information about eligibility CONTINUED for financial assistance: each institution to control costs through a The partnership streamlined efforts so shared service, offering the best workforce that residents can get the most out of their EMPLOYMENT training for our residents and businesses,” said educational pursuits. Current offerings fall & TRAINING SERVICES: Tammie Horsfield, Sussex County Chamber into two categories - Business/Professional of Commerce President, in discussing the and Healthcare Training. ADULTS: joint effort. “Education is the pathway “As a Chamber of Commerce we 973-383-1048 or 973-383-8033 to opportunity and focusing courses and understand that quality workforce education training to match jobs in demand was a great training must be available, affordable and YOUNG ADULTS (Ages 18-24): way to maximize those opportunities convenient to better enable people to move 973-300-2234 for our residents while assisting our forward in their careers,” said Horsfield. local businesses in finding Funding for courses through NJ DIVISION OF VOCATIONAL the skilled employees Skylands Professional REHABILITATION: they need.” Training may be available 908-859-8452 The effort “Lifelong to individuals that are is proving a learning is becoming a unemployed, under- READY TO WORK NJ: win-win for employed, working 570.228.7354 residents of neccessity, not an option.” part time, or receiving both counties. — Tammie Horsfield public assistance.
What is Workforce Development?
Thought leaders have long considered workforce development to be more than a single program or initiative. It is typically thought of as an interconnected set of solutions to meet employment needs: It enables individuals to acquire knowledge, skills and attitudes for gainful employment or improved work performance; and provides employers with an effective means to communicate and meet their demand for skills.
These days it’s easier than ever to learn new skills and competencies. Books, online courses, professional development programs, podcasts, and other resources have never been more abundant.
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“Wednesday Walkers” group taking a fall hike.
KITTATINNY VALLEY STATE PARK IN SUSSEX COUNTY Hidden Gem t takes just a quick turn off busy Route in an increasingly frenetic and wired world. Welcome to Kittatinny Valley State 206, only a few miles from the Sussex Nature here buffers out most of the noise of Park, a more than 6,000-acre oasis along County seat in downtown Newton, highways and civilization, replacing it with the spine of the Kittatinny Mountains in onto aptly named Goodale Road, to be whispers of light breeze, natural harmonies the northwest corner of the state – a short Itransported from the rigors of everyday of songbirds, croaking of frogs, and the hums drive from Route 80. It is a Hidden Gem of life into a largely unknown oasis of nature and clicks of bugs that call this place home. the New Jersey State Park system, a bit of and solitude. Butterflies gently roam the gardens paradise that is especially frequented You are quickly immersed in a world and meadows. Egrets stand by hikers and nature lovers, of tall grasses, meadows filled with wild stoically in shallow waters. mostly from nearby Sussex flowers, a haven for the likes of wild turkeys, Bees buzz matter-of- County towns. beavers, muskrats, foxes and black bear. If factly through flowers, But the park’s glacial you listen carefully, you can hear the sounds oblivious to the lakes, 75-miles of of silence that are sometimes so hard to find intrusion of humans. hiking and mountain
32 sussexcountychamber.org QUALITY IN LIVING DO IT! at Kittatinny Valley State Park Birding Boating (Electric Motors Only) Butterfly and Hummingbird Garden Camping Cross-Country Skiing An arbor welcomes guests to the organic butterfly and hummingbird Dog Sledding garden behind the Visitor Center. Fishing Geocaching Hiking Horseback Riding Hunting Interpretive Programs Kayaking Mountain Biking Picnicking Snow Shoeing
The Visitor Center at Kittatinny Valley State Park hosts over 100 nature programs each year.
biking trails, secluded fishing and hunting endless hill or great mountain, and refers spots, and kayaking and canoeing possibilities to the nearby Kittatinny mountain range, a offer a mix of tranquility and fun and long ridge of mountains that extends from adventure that is available to all state residents the Delaware Water Gap northeast to High and out-of-state visitors. It also is the only state Point State Park. park with its own airport. Aeroflex Airport The park’s origin is connected to is managed by the New Jersey Forest Fire the development of two rail trails, Service and is available to private flyers. including the Paulinskill Valley Trail Kittatinny Valley State Park was officially and the Sussex Branch Trail, that were dedicated in 1994, purchased entirely with established in the 1980s and early 90s state Green Acres Program funds. Its name after a successful grassroots campaign by comes from the Lenape Native American the Paulinskill Valley Trail Committee. word “Kitahtene,’’ which is translated as continued on the next page
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some of the park’s wonders. Nature hikes, mountain bike rides, kayak tours and nature Kittatinny Valley talks are regular features year round and offerings have included a “Little Tykes Hike” CONTINUED aimed at getting kids and adults out together into nature; “Hike to Happy Hour” a leisurely They take advantage of abandoned rail 3-mile round-trip hike at sunset to enjoy the lines of the Delaware Lackawanna and local Angry Eric’s brewery; and the new, and Western Railroad and also the New York very popular, Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing) Susquehanna and Western Railroad. Where Walk, a 1-mile guided walk to cultivate trains once thundered, hikers now connect sensory awareness, reduce stress, and facilitate with nature. a deeper connection with nature. Today, you can wander aimlessly through The Park recently added a group the park and get an eyeful of the vibrant campground consisting of three group colors offered by a myriad assortment of campsites containing picnic tables, grill, fire wildflowers such as Queen Anne’s Lace, ring, lantern hook, and composting toilets Group enjoys early morning nature hike. wild bergamot, and Black-eyed Susans. You which overlook scenic Twin Lakes. They can ride your bike over its trails, stake out a add a new dimension to the park, marking quiet spot to catch a glimpse of a kingfisher Groves, the garden offers an opportunity the first permanent campsites offered at or sandpiper, or ride your horse. You also can for nature study, photography and quiet Kittatinny, and have drawn a new group of slide your canoe or kayak into one of its lakes reflection. You are likely to encounter a host visitors to the park. — including the state’s deepest natural lake, of butterflies flitting through the flowers “It’s wonderful to create great parks like Lake Aeroflex, at 110-feet deep — and take -- Eastern Tiger Swallowtails, Monarchs, this but what’s the point if people don’t know in the sights from the water, or cast a line to Red Admirals and American Painted Ladies about them, don’t take advantage of them,’’ catch some brown or rainbow trout, or even a are some regular attractions. If you are lucky, said Groves. “I’m really thrilled when I see land-locked salmon. you may even catch a fleeting glimpse of a our parking lot packed with people of all ages Communing with nature is a simple task ruby-throated hummingbird. enjoying what we have to offer. Not enough at Kittatinny Valley. Start with a visit to a Then it’s off to meadows or deep woods, people know the park exists, that we offer more specially designed organic butterfly and filled with hemlocks, oaks, white ash and than 100 outdoor events each year. We are here hummingbird garden, bursting with the maples, via a host of well-marked network of to provide affordable recreation to the people of vibrant colors of native perennials growing trails. Or, if you prefer a more structured day, New Jersey, so we hope everyone gets a chance just behind the park’s visitor center. sign up for one of Grove’s many organized to come out and visit Kittatinny Valley.’ A creation of park naturalist Lynn programs to get a first-hand, guided tour of -Reprinted with permission from the NJDEP
Meet Lynn Groves, Resource Interpretive Specialist 2 at KVSP
In her 19+ years at the park, Lynn has presented 2,000 educational programs on topics ranging from snowshoeing to sustainability for over 32,000 visitors of all ages. How did you decide on your career? My career path began when my parents bought me a birdfeeder and the Peterson Field Guide to Eastern Birds for my 13th birthday — the rest is history. What’s your favorite part of your job? I enjoy introducing visitors of all ages to the “Great Outdoors” and sharing in their discoveries.
Lynn Groves (Center, in hat) with KVSP walking group.
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There are 11 official trails within Kittatinny Valley State Park offering more than 15 miles of trails with connection and access to extensive regional trail systems. Trails in the park vary in difficulty and terrain from flat gravel roads to technical single- track trails with natural obstacles. The Sussex Branch Trail, a 20-mile-long rail trail, passes through the middle of the park and beyond. This trail intersects with Paulinskill Valley Trail and Great Valley Rail Trail to form a 14 mile loop. All trails are multi-use.
ANDOVER JUNCTION TRAIL RACCOON TRAIL RED • 1.0 mile • Easy to moderate BLACK • 0.9 miles • Easy Hilly and rocky trail Hilly single-track loop north of visitor center TRAILHEAD: On Sussex Branch Trail, TRAILHEAD: Off the connector trail behind 400 feet north of parking area off Route 206 visitor center
EXPLORER TRAIL SHALE TRAIL YELLOW • 1.6 miles • Easy BLUE • 1.0 mile • Moderate Trail follows gravel access road Winding single-track along rocky hillside TRAILHEAD: Visitor center TRAILHEAD: On Sussex Branch Trail, approximately 0.3 miles from park entrance GLACIAL TRAIL WHITE • 2.6 miles • Moderate SUSSEX BRANCH TRAIL Semi-loop trail north of visitor center RED & WHITE • 3.0 miles • Easy Flat rail trail TRAILHEAD: 50 yards west of visitor center parking TRAILHEAD: Across from park entrance road
HEMLOCK TRAIL TWIN LAKES TRAIL RED • 0.8 miles • Easy to moderate YELLOW • 0.8 miles • Moderate Short hilly trail through forest Loop trail along lake and hillside TRAILHEAD: Visitor Center parking area TRAILHEAD: 0.2 miles north of park entrance on Sussex Branch Trail LIMESTONE TRAIL LIGHT BLUE • 1.2 miles • Easy to moderate VERNAL TRAIL Rocky north-south single-track trail GREEN • 0.5 miles • Easy Short & flat trail along a seasonal pond TRAILHEAD: Across from visitor center TRAILHEAD: Mount Nebo Trail or MOUNT NEBO TRAIL Sussex Branch Trail RED • 0.8 miles • Moderate Official trails are marked with colored blazes Semi-loop trail on forested hilltop on posts and trees. For safety’s sake and to TRAILHEAD: On Twin Lakes Trail prevent habitat damage, please stay on trails, do not alter trail markings, or create new trails.
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QUALITY IN LIVING Sussex County YMCA Expands COMMUNITY SUPPORTS THE Y WITH INCREASED MEMBERSHIP
hen you think of the Sussex County YMCA, what picture comes W to your head? DO YOU SEE A GYM, TREADMILLS AND WEIGHTS? We see a place where members are working towards creating healthy lifestyles. We see adult cancer survivors reclaiming their health in the FREE Livestrong at the YMCA cancer survivor program. And we see chronic diseases being battled through the Y First Physicians Referral and Diabetes Prevention Programs.
DO YOU SEE A GYMNASIUM? We see over 300 kids at the Y on a FREE middle school membership working to find a sense of belonging, increase their self-esteem and build confidence. We see adults of all On the backhoe: Jennifer Gardner, Executive Director of the Sussex County YMCA ages and athletic abilities coming together in Left to Right: Jarrod Cofrancesco, Mark Avondoglio, Rick Gorab, Joe Macaluso groups having fun playing volleyball.
DO YOU SEE A POOL? through the generous support of 2018, there has been over We see a place where all children learn from individuals and businesses a 10% increase in members to swim in formal swim lessons in order of Sussex County. With the to where the Y currently is to reduce the risk of drowning. We see a additional space, the Y has been serving over 10,600 people in place where seniors with limited abilities to able to expand its program Sussex County. exercise on land can be comfortable in the offerings to allow it to be even In addition to the building water and we see a place where adults with more of a community center. expansion in 2017, the Y also diverse abilities can have fun and play in a The Y is a place where people can come to purchased 31 acres of land that surrounds safe environment. spend time with their kids, their friends, the facility. The Y is currently working to their neighbors. Overall, the goal of the create a master plan for this property but In January 2018, after 18 months of expansion is to allow the Y to better serve the thoughts and dreams include additional planning, fundraising and construction, health and wellness needs of the county. parking, a walking trail with exercise stops, the Sussex County YMCA completed a $3.8 During the 8 month construction period, athletic fields and a camp outpost pavilion. million, 9,000 square foot expansion and the Y was able to continue to stay open This space will not only allow for more and renovation, including adding a throughout and actually saw enhanced programming, but it will be space gymnasium, children’s play a growth in membership that will enhance the opportunities available structure, dedicated spin If you just see during 2017. The for the community. studio and renovating the Sussex County community has always With the expansion and additional the lobby, locker YMCA as a place to work embraced the Y both land purchased, combine with growth in rooms, restrooms out, look again because we see in membership membership, the future looks bright for the and multipurpose and in support Sussex County YMCA. rooms. a community of 10,584 members of donors and The project forming friendships, connections through the Written by Jennifer Gardner, Executive was fully funded and a sense of belonging while first five months Director of the Sussex County YMCA working towards personal health and wellness goals. sussexcountychamber.org 37 Providing Solutions for Public Entities
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David Kay nearing touchdown at the landing zone for Camp Nejada’s 650’ zip line across Saddlebag Lake.
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PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS GAINING IN POPULARITY where participants enjoy massage therapy, yoga, hiking, meditation, crafts, dancing, and adventure. Attendees choose their level of involvement; they can engage in high- energy activities or just sit by the fire with a good book. According to program materials, the weekend Camps Aren’t is framed to “satisfy every need.” The Arts and Crafts Weekend is billed as “Come get crafty at camp!” with lots of art and craft projects including eco-art, tie-dye and candle making. Adventure Weekend Just For Kids encourages attendees to “put their adventurous spirit out there” with hiking, indoor and outdoor climbing and high ropes adventures. f you went to summer camp as a kid you wellness retreats in the wild with offerings Camp Nejeda’s Survive and Thrive might occasionally feel nostalgic for those like meditation and yoga. The other, Camp Bootcamp weekend is for adults (ages 21 happy-go-lucky days of hiking, making Nejeda, provides programming specifically and older) with type 1 diabetes. The unique crafts and meeting new friends. If so, you geared to adults with type 1 diabetes, just as weekend strives to create a balance between Iare in luck! Adult camps are having a moment, they do with their kids’ programs. relaxation and fun with intense interactive offering the classic activities you loved with Fairview Lake YMCA sits on mile-long education designed to empower adults with some twists. Fairview Lake in Stillwater, New Jersey. Its type 1 diabetes. The weekend includes a line- Two Sussex County camps, both catering 660 acres adjoin the Delaware Water Gap up of speakers who are knowledgeable about primarily to children and teens, also promote National Recreation Area, providing access to living with diabetes as an adult. packages for adults. Fairview Lake YMCA the Appalachian Trail, Delaware River, hiking This year’s bootcamp featured six Camps mixes some traditional camping and breathtaking views. Popular offerings speakers with breakout sessions that included adventures with programs that are a bit like include the Women’s Wellness Weekend presentations on the newest developments
sussexcountychamber.org 39 QUALITY IN LIVING Big Kid Camps CONTINUED in diabetes technology as well as the latest establish boundaries that will help build research into potential cures. Fun, interactive stronger relationships. sessions focused on fitness and nutrition. Brian Salny, an alumni of the camp and Dr. D’Arcy King, Ph.D, one of the a 3-year participant in the bootcamp, said of speakers at Survive and Thrive and a his experience: health psychologist who has lived with “Alumni and first timers alike get an type 1 diabetes for over 40 years, explains opportunity to hear about the new technology that what’s often overlooked about type behind supporting diabetes management, 1 diabetes is the emotional aspect. Her hear people in heart opening experiences talk workshop, “Diabetes and Relationships” about overcoming different and numerous stressed that those with diabetes don’t obstacles, as well as learning about fitness and have to “go it alone” and explored ways how it can help your diabetes. These activities to ask family and friends for help in are just the tip of the iceberg. Having gone to making life with diabetes easier and less Survive and Thrive Bootcamp for the past 3 overwhelming. She offered suggestions years and attending camp as a child for 12 on how to deal with the “diabetes police,” years, I know Camp Nejeda will always be the family, friends and others who criticize a place where you are forever welcome with diabetes behaviors, and explored ways to warm, wide open arms.”
Camp Helps Young People Embrace Their Diabetes
At Camp Nejeda children and young people with type 1 diabetes are given the opportunity to live, if only for one or two weeks, in a world where having diabetes is the norm and where there is no need to explain blood sugar testing, finger pricks, insulin injections, ketones, ‘lows’ (insulin reactions), boluses or ‘carb’ counting because everyone here already understands. Here, children with diabetes are free to be just children. This normalizing of their condition combines with both formal and informal educational moments to promote good diabetes management and healthy, active living. As the only facility of its kind in New Jersey and its neighboring states, Camp Nejeda hosts children, teens and families from across the region. While most are from New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania, there are also campers from Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia and elsewhere. It has been in continuous operation since 1958 and at its present location in Stillwater, New Jersey since 1960. Funding comes from the Camp Nejeda Foundation, Inc, a 501(c)(3) non- profit organization whose mission is to enhance the lives of people with type 1 diabetes and their families through education, empowerment, camaraderie, supportive programs, and fun. It is fully licensed by the New Jersey Department of Health and accredited by the American Camp Association.
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Established in 1915, Fairview Lake YMCA Camps provides sleep away summer camping for grades 2-11, environmental education for schools, family programs, and weekend retreats for individuals and groups. It develops programs for children, adults and families to realize their potential by focusing on specific skill sets, building confidence and creating a sense of belonging. Summer camp attracts approximately 1,000 children each summer. About 8,500 guests attend weekend conferences annually, and more than 13,000 schoolchildren a year take part in the environmental education programs offered. Celebrating its golden anniversary in 2015 was an organizational highlight and the future of the camp looks even brighter. “As the camp was getting closer to hitting its 100th year, we gathered our stakeholders together for a couple of days of dreaming about its future,” said Bob Kahle, Executive Director at Fairview Lake YMCA Camp. There’s plenty of time for fun and friendly competition Utilizing a visioning charrette, at Camp Nejeda’s Survive and Thrive Bootcamp. a technique for consulting with some of the most interested community participants early in a project, the group formulated a masterplan. “We have developed a plan that allows us to come more in line with the needs of contemporary campers and staff over the course of the coming years,” said Kahle. New cabins, an expanded dining hall, several new locations for programming and education, and a new administrative building and parking lot are all part of the prospective picture. ALL PHOTOS BY FERNANDO FERRAZ
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Bear Brook Valley Brides Say “I Do” to Sussex County DEMAND FUELS OPENING OF NEW VENUE AS OTHERS RENOVATE
ne new wedding venue opened in Montville, NJ, for over 26 years, and PERONA FARMS in Sussex County last year and Michele Bonadies, a professional wedding Perona Farms celebrated its 100th three others recently remodeled ceremony coordinator. anniversary last year and underwent a as the area’s beautiful mountains “Running two venues hasn’t been double remodel shortly thereafter. Asked about Oand lush countryside continue to draw brides the work – it’s been triple the work – but it’s the decision to move forward with the looking to plan their special day here. very rewarding,” say Perry Bonadies. “We project, Bryant Avondoglio, one of the fifth picked up much more quickly than expected. generation family members now managing BEAR BROOK VALLEY Also, we didn’t expect such a difference the venue, emphatically said, “It was time for Surrounded by trickling waterfalls and in clientele, so that’s been interesting too. an upgrade!” adding, “Our Florentine venue rolling hills, Bear Brook Valley in Fredon, Through all the work everyone has been so proudly played host to countless weddings, NJ is the new kid on the block. Its owners supportive in our community and we are so celebrations and corporate events since the however, are far from inexperienced. Perry grateful of everyone’s warm embrace.” mid-1970s. After many incremental changes, and Michele Bonadies also own Rock Island Bear Brook Valley oozes rustic elegance at it was time for a completely new look. The Lake Club in Sparta and both had been every turn. It’s all wood and stone, no carpets, re-imagined, rustically elegant space “The in the business for years before starting with an indoor fire pit, high beam ceilings Reserve at Perona Farms,” is now becoming their own ventures; Perry as the former and sliding barn doors throughout. Recently our most in demand venue.” General Manager of Lake Valhalla Club, added were a new vineyard and garden. Behind the rustic charm of the room lies a
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ANTHONY ZICCARDI STUDIO ZICCARDI ANTHONY The Reserve at Perona Farms is a popular venue for corporate events, social events and weddings for groups of all sizes.
heart beating with new technology. “We put a SKYVIEW GOLF CLUB AND BANQUETS LAKE MOHAWK COUNTRY CLUB special emphasis on technology geared toward Skyview closed its doors for the winter of Recognized on the National Register and our growing list of corporate clients to make it 2018 to expand its ballroom and enclose the the NJ Register of Historic Landmarks, exceptionally easy for them to present content terrace previously covered with a tent each the Lake Mohawk Country Club was and welcome team members and clients into summer. Now the new patio offers floor to established in 1929 and is the centerpiece the perfect space,” said Avondoglio. “The ceiling sliding glass doors that give guests of Sparta’s Lake Mohawk community. sound and lighting system is state of the art at the venue a beautiful view of its plush Its’ beautiful lakefront setting serves as a as well, allowing each client to custom select green golf course fairways, kaleidoscopic stunning backdrop for weddings as well as colors and looks to fit their design goals.” mountain vistas and breath taking sunsets social and corporate events. The Avondoglio family shared kudos 365 days a year. The grand ballroom Over the past two years, the Country with everyone that brought the reimaged features 15 foot high majestic string lit Club has undertaken a near total renovation space to life, especially Chris Wolverton ceilings as well as floor to ceiling windows of both the interior and exterior of the and his team at HQW Architects who they ensuring no one misses the incredible building replacing all flooring on the credited with doing an excellent job “putting panoramic landscape. Other amenities building’s third floor, which includes the our vision on paper and making the project added include hardwood floors, a charming ballroom overlooking the lake, and adding a reality.” fireplace, and massive bar. new lighting, trim and windows. QUALITY IN LIVING
Taking Action Against Workplace Violence Chamber Offers Prevention Programs
ccording to OSHA, more than 2 million American workers report being the victims of workplace violence each ABOUT THE PRESENTER year. Workplace violence is the third Aleading cause of death for American workers, with Steven Crimando, CHPP, an average of 2 killed every workday. BCETS, is the Principal By definition, this violence is any threatening, of Behavioral Science disruptive behavior, act or threat of physical Applications (BSA), a training violence, harassment or intimidation that occurs and consulting firm based in in the workplace, including verbal or physical Sparta, NJ, serving a global assault, and even homicide. client base. BSA is focused In an effort to empower area companies on human factors in crisis and organizations with information regarding prevention and response. Mr. the prevention of violence at the work site, the TRACY KLIMEK/NEW JERSEY HERALD Crimando is a Board Certified Sussex County Chamber of Commerce held Expert in Traumatic Stress (BCETS), and Diplomate of two seminars in 2018 at the Sussex County • Planning and interacting with law enforcement both the American Academy Community College Performing Arts Center. before, during and after violent events The first, “New Thinking in Workplace of Experts in Traumatic Violence Prevention and Active Assailant • Psychological survival and basic psychological Stress, and National Center Response” was held in February followed by first aid for Crisis Management, a second program in June entitled “Advanced as well as a Certified Concepts in Workplace Violence: Essential During the first workshop, Crimando showed Homeland Protection Elements in Recognition, Response & Recovery.” a short video entitled “Run, Hide, Fight” which Professional (CHPP). Presenting both programs was Steven recommends escaping if you can, hiding if you He has been recognized Crimando, an internationally known expert can’t, and fighting only if you have to. for his outstanding in behavioral response to disasters and mass One tip shown in the video proved an “a-ha contributions to the field violence and a Certified Homeland Protection moment” for many in the crowd: turning off the by the International Critical Professional (CHPP) and a Board Certified volume on a cell phone ringer when hiding from a Incident Stress Foundation Expert in Traumatic Stress (BCETS). violent intruder in a building. “I would never have and the U.S. Department of “We have to be conscious of the fact that at any thought of that,” murmured many in the audience. Justice-Federal Bureau of time, we could have a situation that needs to be According to Crimando, the best way a Investigations (FBI). dealt with in our offices or even off site,” Chamber business can head off workplace violence is President Tammie Horsfield said when explaining through preparation. While those who commit With nearly three decades why she chose to have Crimando share his expertise violence in the workplace do not fit a typical of front line crisis response with local businesses. “Our hope is that we never profile -contrary to popular notions, it’s not experience, Mr. Crimando have to deal with it, but better to be prepared.” always a “loner” - common warning signs can was a responder to the include having personal or work-related issues, 1993 and 9/11 World HIGHLIGHTS OF CRIMANDO’S having experienced a loss, and perceiving the Trade Center attacks, New PROGRAMS INCLUDED: company to be unfair toward them. Changes, Jersey’s Anthrax Screening • Types and sources of workplace violence such as an increase in alcohol use, outbursts or a Center, the Unabomber case decrease in personal hygiene can also be signals. and other major disasters • Individual and organizational triggers of violence “It’s important to recognize that managers and acts of international • Pre-incident indictors: Significant and supervisors are often in a unique position to terrorism. He serves as a behavior and communications detect and deter potentially violent individuals,” consultant and instructor for • When and how to report concerns or threats says Crimando. Unfortunately, he explains, “they multinational corporations, are also frequently the target of a disgruntled or government agencies, major • Defusing hostile individuals disturbed employee’s wrath.” city police departments and • Response to an Active Assailant incidents As he closed the program, Crimando said, “I military programs, as well as (including gun violence, vehicle attacks hope you never use a single thing I spoke to you an expert to the media and and other threat) about today.” the courts in the area of crisis prevention and intervention. 44 sussexcountychamber.org 2018-2019 OVER 600MEMBERSSTRONG! AWAIT YOU OPPORTUNITIES BUSINESS Sign Up and Be a Chamber Member! MEMBER LISTING Chamber of Commerce Sussex County Free referrals from Chamber office Discounted advertising opportunities Free listinginannualSussex County Magazine Join networking activities Gain new customers Participateevents inspecial sussexcountychamber.org call 973-579-1811 RESOURCEGUIDE
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Sussex Community Urgent Care, an Affiliate of Saint Clare’s Health, provides compassionate and local non-emergency care to Sussex County residents. We treat adults, pediatric patients, and workplace physicals or injuries.
Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Weekends and Holidays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Services include but are not limited to: • Allergies & Asthma • Minor Lacerations • Bloodwork • Pneumonia • Bronchitis • Pink Eye • Burns • School and Sports • CDL Physicals and Other Physicals Workplace Services • Sinusitis • Fever, Cough, Sore Throat, Cold, or Flu • Sprains & Strains
• Earaches • UTI X-ray • Insect Bites or Stings, and Rashes • X-ray Walk-ins are welcome and our staff is ready to assist you on the road to recovery.
Sussex Community Member of Prime Healthcare Urgent Care 3339 Route 94, Suite 5 Hardyston, NJ 07419 973-702-2800 An affiliate of Saint Clare’s Health RESOURCE GUIDE
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FIRE SAFETY/ N. B. Fairclough Heaven Hill Farm Minerals Golf Club at Sussex County Dept. EQUIPMENT & Son Inc. Vernon, NJ Crystal Springs Resort Environmental & Public Paterson, NJ 973-764-5144 Vernon, NJ Health Services Pro Tech Fire Safety LLC 973-383-5832 heavenhillfarm.com 855-977-6473 Newton, NJ Sussex, NJ faircloughfuel.com crystalfolfresort.com 973-579-0370 973-702-7745 Ideal Farm & sussex.nj.us Suburban Propane Garden Center Newton Country Club FITNESS CENTER Augusta, NJ Lafayette, NJ Newton, NJ The Office of Sussex 973-383-1860 973-579-3893 973-383-4817 County Clerk Minerals Sports Club at suburbanpropane.com idealfarmandgarden.net newtoncountryclub.org Newton, NJ Minerals Hotel & Spa 973-579-0900 Vernon, NJ Yankee Propane Kuperus Farmside Skyview Golf Club sussexcountyclerk.org 855-977-6473 Florida, NY Gardens Sparta, NJ crystalgolfresort.com 845-651-2662 Sussex, NJ 973-726-4653 Workforce yankeepropane.com 973-875-3160 skyviewgolf.com Development Board RDA Fitness farmsidegardens.com Morristown, NJ Stanhope, NJ FUNERAL HOMES Wild Turkey Golf Club 973-829-8661 973-426-1000 GOLF CLUB at Crystal Springs mswwdb.org rdafitness.com Goble Funeral Home Hardyston, NJ Sparta, NJ Ballyowen Golf Club at 855-977-6473 GRAPHIC DESIGN Sussex County YMCA 973-729-5530 Crystal Springs Resort crystalgolfresort.com & PRODUCTION Hardyston, NJ goblefuneral.com Hardyston, NJ 973-209-9622 855-977-6473 GOVERNMENT/ CF Creative Designs sussexcountyymca.org Iliff-Ruggiero crystalgolfresort.com GOVERNMENTAL Sparta, NJ Funeral Home AGENCIES 201-306-6422 Temple Fitness Newton, NJ Black Bear Golf Club cfcreativedesigns.com Wantage, NJ 973-383-5200 at Crystal Springs County of Sussex 862-228-4879 iliff-ruggiero Franklin, NJ Newton, NJ Dobbs Creative templefitnessnj.com funeralhome.com 855-977-6473 973-579-0250 Group, LLC crystalgolfresort.com sussex.nj.us Sparta, NJ FOOD-RETAIL/ Smith-McCracken 973-986-1006 WHOLESALE Funeral Home Cascades Golf Club Delaware Water dobbscreativegroup.com Newton, NJ Hamburg, NJ Gap National Front Porch Organics 973-383-4600 855-977-6473 Recreation Area HARDWARE/ Branchville, NJ smithmccracken crystalgolfresort.com Bushkill, PA HOME CENTER 973-459-8903 funeralhome.com 570-426-2418 frontporchorganics.net Crystal Springs nps.gov/dewa McAfee Hardware Wood Funeral Home Golf Academy Vernon, NJ FUEL DISTRIBUTORS/ Branchville, NJ Franklin, NJ District 24 973-827-0594 PRODUCTS/ 973-948-3030 973-864-8907 Legislative Office mcafeehardware.com PROGRAMS woodfuneralhome.net crystalgolfresort.com Sparta, NJ 973-300-0200 The Hardware Store Combined Energy FURNITURE - Crystal Springs njleg.state.nj Sparta, NJ Services HOME/OFFICE Golf Club 973-726-7888 Newton, NJ Hamburg, NJ Division of Child thsos.com 973-786-2121 Bob’s Discount 855-977-6473 Protection & combinedenergy Furniture crystalgolfresort.com Permanency Valley Paint & Hardware services.com Wharton, NJ Newton, NJ Vernon, NJ 862-305-0940 Farmstead Golf & 973-383-8400 973-764-6600 Eastern Propane mybobs.com Country Club state.nj.us fergusonbrotherspaint.com Corporation Lafayette, NJ Oak Ridge, NJ Home Furniture 973-383-1666 SC Division of HEALTH CARE 973-697-3111 Warehouse farmsteadgolf.com Community & SERVICES easternpropane.com Newton, NJ Youth Services 973-579-1982 Lake Mohawk Newton, NJ Associates for Health Fredericks Fuel homefurniture Golf Club 973-948-6000 Education & Behavior Oak Ridge, NJ newton.com Sparta, NJ sussex.nj.us Sparta, NJ 973-697-4774 973-729-9200 973-271-7812 fredericksfuel.com GARDEN CENTERS lakemohawkgolfclub.com Sussex County Board of associatesforhealth.com & NURSERIES Chosen Freeholders Hart & Iliff Fuel and Newton, NJ Fresh Look On Life Energy Systems Andersen Farms LLC 973-579-0240 Augusta, NJ Newton, NJ Sparta, NJ sussex.nj.us 973-383-6847 973-383-1421 973-271-3715 freshlookonlife.com hartandiliff.com andersenfarmsnj.com
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2018-2019 Celebrating Milestones
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A technician secures a Advancing Our Industry part at our Machine Shop off Route 206 in Newton. Thorlabs of Newton, New Jersey works every day to build a better future for the scientific community and for Sussex County. The photonics technologies that form the core of our business are all around us, from the lasers incorporated in LIDAR systems in wind farms to the widefield imaging systems used to take pictures of your retina at the optometrist. Supporting Our Community
Outside the lab, Thorlabs is committed to making our community a better place by contributing to groups like Pass It Along, SCARC, and local robotics teams. If you would like to be a part of our team, we invite you to apply for a position online at www.thorlabs.com/careers.
Employees build a tree house during Pass It Along Day for Tilly’s Kids in Byram.
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