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Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, April 27, 2006 OUR 116th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 17-2006 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SIXTY CENTS BOE Reappoints Riegel And Leiz President, VP; Clancy Takes Seat By MEGHAN GILL with Anne for four years…Anne has “We can learn more going forward, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader done an excellent job as a leader,” and now need to focus on the hiring of WESTFIELD — Anne Riegel, Beth Ms. Cassie said. a new high-school principal and en- Cassie, and new board member Jane “I would like to thank the 5,000 rollment issues at the elementary and Clancy were sworn in at Tuesday residents for coming out to vote. We middle school levels,” she said. evening’s board of education organi- received the largest voter turnout in Dr. Foley presented a prepared zational meeting held at the district 30 years, but we also received the statement extending his appreciation administrative offices on Elm Street. largest ‘no’ votes this year,” Ms. to the Westfield and Union County The board reappointed Ms. Riegel Riegel said, “and we want to get feed- Police Departments for their pres- and Ginny Leiz to their positions as back on the “no’ votes.” ence at Westfield High School (WHS) board president and vice president. She acknowledged the effort of the on April 20 following a threat of “The collaborative effort that Ginny members of the board, the parents, par- violence at the school. and Anne do together is an incredible ent-teacher associations, parent-teacher “Although there was no verbal or model,” Alice Hunnicutt said as she organizations, the Westfield Education written threat at the school, the anxi- nominated Ms. Leiz. Association and the local press for their ety leading up to the day prompted us “I have had the privilege of serving assistance in getting the vote out. to take every precaution,” he said. Nearly three weeks ago, a swastika was spray painted on an inside door of the high school and reported in the school newspaper, the Hi’s Eye. “Other than the media frenzy and Horace Corbin for The Westfield Leader anxiety experienced by some parents SPRING FLING...Residents enjoy themselves in downtown Westfield on Sunday afternoon at the annual Spring Fling and students, it was a quiet day at sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. A break in the rainy weather came just in time for everyone to have a good time. WHS,” Dr. Foley stated. He also con- firmed that 35 percent of students did not attend school that day. Council to Introduce Ordinance The board approved the appoint- ment of Stephen Maczynski as acting director of guidance for the upcom- ing academic year. He will be paid a To Repeal Redevelopment Zone salary of $113,000 per year. This sum- By MICHAEL J. POLLACK chamber. “The objective was for the Pursuant to the council’s intention to mer he will complete two courses Specially Written for The Westfield Leader two entities to work better and more incorporate the Rahway Avenue im- needed to remove his acting status. WESTFIELD – During conference efficiently,” she said. provements with the first 2006 road Mr. Maczynski has been director session Tuesday, the Westfield town She said that what came out of that contract, “we are working with (Jenicar) of college counseling at Georgetown council announced plans to formally meeting was a desire on the part of to add the quiet-zone improvements,” Prep in Bethesda, Md. He obtained repeal the redevelopment distinctions. both contingents to work together. Town Administrator Jim Gildea said. his bachelor’s and master’s degree In addition, the town will enter into a She said the heads of both bodies On the border of Clark and from Georgetown University and an- contract for Boulevard improvements would meet monthly to work on col- Westfield, there is a grade crossing

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader other master’s degree from George and Rahway Avenue quiet-zone work; laborative efforts. The councilwoman on Rahway Avenue where the street DESERVED RECOGNITION…Legendary Westfield High School (WHS) var- Washington University. the council stated intentions to help envisions a promotional committee, intersects the railroad tracks. Estab- sity football/wrestling/golf head coach and former athletic director Gary Kehler, “Steve is going to do some coun- forge solidarity between the Down- which will formulate “at least three lishing a quiet zone at the crossing left, WHS Athletic Director Ed Tranchina, center, and WHS Boosters President seling, too,” Dr. Foley said. “He is a town Westfield Corporation (DWC) major events over the year.” will eliminate whistle blowing, which Vince Wilt stand underneath the two plaques donated by the WHS Boosters to very impressive gentleman.” and the Westfield Area Chamber of The council will award a bid for has had residents in the Summit Court commemorate Kehler’s career at WHS. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Commerce (WACC). In closed ses- Boulevard improvements to Jenicar area citing quality-of-life concerns sion, the council discussed the Gre- at $272,000. Assistant Town Engi- for more than a decade. The Rahway gory Kasko lawsuit. neer Kris Macaloon noted that there Avenue job, Mr. Gildea noted, is small Mountainside BOE Reorganizes; Under the Code Review and Town were nine bidders, ranging from and requires curbing and paving work. Property Committee report, Fourth Jenicar’s low bid of $272,00 to Public Safety, Transportation and Ward Councilman Jim Foerst said the $397,000. “This will take care of the Parking Committee Chairman Sal repeal of the redevelopment zones and new curb section between Grove and Caruana said McKinley Elementary Childcare Program Rates to Rise amending of the zoning map was pre- Clifton (Streets) and paving from School’s parking and traffic-flow im- By GINA LEVINE-LEVY a rate increase for the 2006-2007 “It’s a huge milestone … that we’re viously referred to the planning board Grove to Clover (Streets),” he noted. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Mountainside Child Care program. finally getting these air conditioning and unanimously approved. “They sent MOUNTAINSIDE — The board The current rate of $6 for “sched- units up and running,” said Mr. Perrin. it back with their blessing,” he said. of education (BOE) swore in its newly uled base hours” and $6.50 “unsched- Chief School Administrator Dr. Rich- He indicated the issue was dis- Spatola Resigns, Utilities elected members Tuesday evening. uled” and “beyond base” hours will ard O’Malley said that this project is cussed at committee level and gar- After returning board member increase to $8 and $8.50, respectively. just one of several improving the school. nered unanimous support in referring Marybeth Schaumberg and new board The current rate of $1 per minute The board approved the dates for the repeal to the full council. “This is Auth. Hires New Director member Joseph Tinnirella took their after 6 p.m. will remain. the borough’s summer camp and en- the final nail in the coffin of the pro- By PAUL J. PEYTON Inc. and Elder Garg Law Group LLC oaths of office, the board reelected Mr. McLaughlin said that a first-time richment programs. Camp will run posed parking decks of old,” he said. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader in Summit since 1999. Prior to that, he John Perrin and Ms. Schaumberg to audit of the program, based on one year June 26 to August 4, and the enrich- The council will conduct first read- RAHWAY – The Union County worked with International Specialty the positions of president and vice- of data, reflected that the program is not ment program will run June 26 to July ing on the repeal ordinance next week. Utilities Authority (UCUA) has hired Products, Inc., serving in the capaci- president, respectively. adequately covering its costs. 28. Both programs, held at Beechwood The councilman’s committee met a new executive director following ties of counsel, director and vice presi- Business Administrator Roderic He said the program showed a profit School, are closed July 3 and 4. with Verizon on Monday, who dis- the resignation of Dr. Joseph Spatola, dent for environment, health and safety. McLaughlin was reappointed secretary. of $2,000 last year but the cost of Mr. McLaughlin said a budget for cussed bringing cable service through which became effective last Thurs- He also has served on the Union County The board also appointed represen- utilities and supplies, among other camp will be created, and there is still fiber-optic cable to the town. Verizon day. Dr. Sunil Garg of Summit, a Democratic Committee. tatives to various state, county and local things, was not accounted for. time to “propose a rate change” from will conduct a public hearing on June scientist and attorney, has assumed According to his résumé, Dr. Garg organizations. Mr. Tinnirella will serve “It’s hard to say the program was last year if need be. The cost of the 20. “It has the potential to provide the the role of director. holds a law degree from Rutgers Law as board representative to the Union self-funding when there was that small program varies depending upon what people of Westfield additional com- Dr. Spatola, who has been at the School in Newark and a doctorate County Educational Services Commis- of a margin,” he said. activities the child chooses. petition and choice in terms of cable, helm of the authority for more than a degree in physical chemistry from sion board. Ms. Schaumberg will con- Several parents in attendance voiced “There’s been some evidence to sug- telephone and Internet service pro- decade since replacing Jeffrey Stevens Institute of Technology in tinue to represent the board to the Ber- their concern over the rate hike. gest that summer camp has operated in vider,” Councilman Foerst said. Callahan, resides in Scotch Plains Hoboken. keley Heights Board of Education and Kelly Waters, parent of a Beechwood a break even capacity,” he added. Mr. Gildea reminded the council with his wife, State Superior Court He has a master’s degree in chem- Mountainside Parent-Teacher Asso- student in the program, said the new fee The board revised wording in the that Westfield does have a franchise Judge Joanne Spatola. istry from Stevens and a bachelor’s ciation (PTA). Carmine Venes will “is the going rate of what parents would 2006-2007 school district calendar. agreement with Comcast. “We do get Neil Cohen, a state assemblyman degree in chemistry from the Univer- serve as the New Jersey School Boards pay for one-on-one babysitting.” She The December 26 to 29 break will revenue from them (Comcast),” he who serves as general counsel to the sity of Delhi in India. Delegate for Mountainside and said that parents with more than one now read “winter recess,” instead of said. “We can negotiate on a franchise UCUA, told The Westfield Leader Calls placed to Rahway Mayor James Raymond Haggar will serve as the New child in the program may not be able to “Christmas” recess. agreement (with Verizon), but we want Tuesday that Dr. Spatola holds an Kennedy, UCUA chairman, were not Jersey School Boards alternate for afford the increase. Mr. Perrin said the change came in to make sure we’re not compromising engineering degree from Syracuse returned. Commissioner Sharda Bardi, Mountainside. Gene Nagel will con- Mrs. Schaumberg said, “I sympa- response to “public concern and com- our own status with Comcast.” University. who works for the consumer affairs tinue on as board representative to the thize with the hardship it might create ment to calling winter recess the Public Works Committee Chair- “He is a great guy,” the assemblyman division for the County of Union, de- Mountainside Borough Council. but we have an obligation to the tax- Christmas holiday.” woman Jo Ann Neylan, the liaison to said, noting that Dr. Spatola is an “en- clined comment other than to say Dr. New committe chairs are Mr. Nagel payers of this community not to spread Dr. O’Malley commended two the WACC, met with David Martone gineer by trade” and “very detailed.” Spatola had “retired” and not resigned (budget and finance), Mr. Haggar the cost of this program.” CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 of the DWC and Neil Sullivan of the Dr. Spatola will assist the new di- his post. Ms. Bardi referred calls to Mr. (building and grounds), Ms. Mrs. Waters asked the board to ex- rector in the operations of the UCUA Cohen. The Leader was also unable to Schaumberg (personnel) and Scot amine whether the program can afford until late June. The new director, As- reach Alternate Commissioner George Worswick (curriculum). staff cuts as a cost-saving alternative. GW Council Adopts Budget; semblyman Cohen said, has “exten- Jorn of Cranford. The board will conduct meetings Parent Cathy Jakositz, who ran in last sive scientific background and is also Meetings of the nine-member au- the second and fourth Tuesday of the week’s school board election, suggested an attorney.” thority are held the third Wednesday of month at 7:30 pm. that the board explore alternate areas to Taxes to Increase $257,000 “He has a great background,” Mr. the month at the UCUA offices, located Following the reorganization meet- cut operating costs, such as utilities. By KATHY MARQUES to 7 percent. Cohen said. on the third floor of the 1,540-ton per ing, the new board conducted its first Mrs. Schaumberg said the pro- Specifically written for The Westfield Leader There, also, are numerous smaller Dr. Garg has been employed as a day Union County Resource Recovery official board meeting. gram has been successful in its cur- GARWOOD – The borough coun- taxes on gyms, beauty salons, land- consultant with The EcoShelf Group, Facility on Routes 1 and 9 in Rahway. Subsequent to last week’s school rent locations and “you do what’s cil adopted a 2006 municipal budget scaping, cigarettes and gasoline, to board and budget election, the board best for the program.” of $6,164,871 Tuersday night, which name a few, he said. approved a motion to submit a tax levy In other business, the board ap- reflects an increase of more than “Municipal and school aid is flat, of $11,276,433, approved by voters on proved a $2,800 contract with Auto- $240,000 over last year. The amount which unfortunately for the towns April 18, to the borough. The figure mated Building Controls, Inc. (ABC) to be raised from taxes will rise from around here, will make people some- includes $10,884,860 in the general to service the rooftop heating, venti- $3.9 million in 2005 to $4,157,080 what unhappy,” Assemblyman Muñoz fund and $391,573 in debt service. lation and air conditioning (HVAC) this year – an increase of $257,000. said. He ended by expressing appre- In other business, the board approved units at Deerfield Elementary School. Councilwoman Kathleen Villaggio ciation to the council members for said the owner of a home assessed at doing what he described as a “great $100,000 would pay an increase of job” representing the constituents of $115 over last year for municipal Garwood. The assemblyman noted services. that he served six years on the Sum- Councilwoman Villaggio said in CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 March that budget increases this year Tax Collector Office were mostly due to employee pen- sions and health benefits, the library’s Extends Hours May 1 budget and the annual fee for the WESTFIELD — The office of the Rahway Valley Sewerage Authority. tax collector will be open from 8:30 In other business, State Assembly- a.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, May 1. man Dr. Eric Muñoz discussed the The last day to pay taxes without Keren Shultz for The Westfield Leader proposed $30.9 billion state budget, interest is on Friday, May 5. Interest GARWOOD WINNERS…The winners of last Tuesday’s board of election, from which will take effect on Saturday, will be charged on Monday, May 8, left to right, Lisa Marano, Susan Groning, Adelle Lewis and Barbara Greet. Ms. July 1. He said it’s anticipated that and interest will revert back to the Marano defeated incumbent James Matheson while the other three candidates Gina Levine-Levy for The Westfield Leader are incumbents who were uncontested. NEW BOARD...The 2006-2007 Mountainside School Board met Tuesday night. residents will be upset over several original due date of May 1. Pictured: (back row from left) Business Administrator/Board Secretary Roderic problems, among them that state For more information contact Tax PAGE INDEX McLaughlin, Raymond Haggar, Board President John Perrin, Gene Nagel and spending is going up 9.2 percent, or a Collector Susan Noon at (908) 789- Regional ...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 13-21 Scot Worswick; (front row from left) Carmine Venes, Chief School Administrator total of $3 billion from last year and 4051, or e-mail Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9-11 Classifieds .... 20 Dr. Richard O’Malley, Board Vice President MaryBeth Schaumberg. that the sales tax is increasing from 6 [email protected]. Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 13-18 A&E ...... 22-24 Page 12 Thursday, April 27, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A Watchung Communications, Inc. Publication WF Council POLICE BLOTTER

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 provements have received positive feedback. Westfield fication and underage possession of Recommendations included re- Saturday, April 15, a customer at a an alcoholic beverage. He was re- striping, re-signage and amended store located in the 100 block of East leased on his own recognizance. pickup and drop-off areas. The town Broad Street reported her pocketbook Friday, April 21, Kylle Taylor, 25, has enacted temporary signage and containing credit cards, a driver’s li- of Jersey City was arrested at Central striping. The police will then admin- cense and personal information was and Elizabeth Avenues on two out- ister the changes and gauge results stolen from a dressing room. standing Jersey City warrants for con- before making their own recommen- Sunday, April 16, Jennifer Conner, tempt of court. Taylor was released dations. 18, of Westfield was arrested on after posting $2,650 bail. When discussing demolitions, the Nomahegan Drive and charged with Mountainside council determined three properties disorderly conduct. Police said she Wednesday, April 19, Joseph to be “questionable” for next week’s allegedly yelled profanities and at- Lynaugh, 35, of Mountainside was agenda. Two are related demolitions tempted to strike an officer after an- arrested for an outstanding warrant on 430 and 500-512 Central Avenue, other person called authorities to state after police were summoned to a which the planning board recently that Conner was refusing to exit a neighborhood where residents re- approved. Asking for a deferral on motor vehicle in which both of them ported a suspicious male walking the Central Avenue properties, Coun- had arrived at the scene. She was through their backyards. The suspect cilman Foerst said, “I don’t think a released on her own recognizance. was taken to police headquarters time limit for an appeal has expired.” Monday, April 17, after being ar- where bail was posted. In addition, the council favored rested at Westfield police headquar- Wednesday, April 19, a patron of a deferring a resolution approving David Samsky for The Westfield Leader ters, Diann Gropp-Roth, 40, of Route 22 indoor tennis facility re- demolition of a home and garage on TAKING OVER…Richard Stender (center at left), president of the Board of Trustees of the Union County Arts Center, Westfield posted $235 bail on a traf- ported that upon exiting the club she 1020 Columbus Avenue. “Columbus presents Union County Freeholder Chairman Al Mirabella with the key to the arts center during a ceremony on Sunday fic warrant issued by the Scotch Plains noticed the front windshield of her marking the county’s purchase of the theater. Also pictured, from left to right, are Freeholder Angel Estrada, Rahway Mayor Municipal Court. vehicle was smashed and several au- appears to be two lots, which are James Kennedy, Freeholder Deborah Scanlon, Freeholder Chester Holmes and Assemblywoman Linda Stender (far right). being consolidated and then one house Monday, April 17, James Laskaris, diocassettes were taken from inside constructed,” Town Engineer Ken 57, of Westfield was arrested at the vehicle. The victim’s garage door Marsh said. Issues of common own- Correction Westfield police headquarters on an opener was also reported missing. ership arose, as did questions on the A page 1 story in last week’s Garwood Council outstanding traffic warrant from Eliza- Friday, April 21, Rosemarie Powel, legality of the lots merging. The town Westfield Leader incorrectly stated beth. He was released after posting 57, of Plainfield was arrested for an will approve single-lot teardowns on that Geraldene Duswalt was CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 $110 bail. outstanding warrant in the amount of 210 Lynn Lane, 1080 Lawrence Av- elected to the Mountainside Board mit city council. The Garwood Baseball Little Tuesday, April 18, Kevin Coleman, $500 at the Plainfield Police Depart- enue and 54 Mohawk Trail. of education. Councilwoman Villaggio, chair- League will have its opening day Jr., 20, of Piscataway and Keri ment. Mr. Gildea updated the council on The two open seats were won by woman of the committee on aging, ceremony on Saturday, April 29, since Mauldin, 19, of Plainfield were ar- Monday, April 24, Isaac Nickerson, PSE&G’s easement and right-of-en- incumbent Mary Beth Schaumberg said she was pleased with the increase the scheduled date for last week was rested following a motor vehicle stop 44, of Newark was arrested at the try requests to expand their substa- and newcomer Joseph Tinnirella. in funding received by the borough for rained out. The league parade will at Ross Place and Carleton Road and East Orange Police Department for tion adjacent to Houlihan Field. Their Ms. Duswalt finished third fol- recreation and senior citizen programs. begin at 9 a.m. at the Lincoln/Franklin charged with possession of less than an outstanding warrant. Bail was set “extensive landscaping plan” will lowed by Cathy Jakositz. The borough received a $3,000 al- School and conclude at the little 50 grams of suspected marijuana and in the amount of $500. eliminate many mature trees. There- lotment for the senior handyman pro- league field. The grand reopening of underage possession of an alcoholic Monday, April 24, Fonzo Wynn, fore, PSE&G agreed to donate gram, which will aid senior citizens the Garwood Library will be held on beverage. 25, of Plainfield was arrested follow- $10,000 specifically earmarked for with minor labor work around the house, Saturday between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Coleman also was arrested on an ing a motor vehicle accident on Route landscaping or future plantings in WF BOE such as fixing a leaky faucet. The pro- outstanding traffic warrant from East 22 and charged with driving without town. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 gram will begin after September. SP Reaches Accord on Orange, for which he posted $114 a valid license. Robert Gilbert, 22, of After the conference meeting, the Mr. Maczynski will attend the The borough also will receive an bail. He and Mauldin were both is- Newark, a passenger in the vehicle, council discussed in closed session board’s next meeting on Tuesday, May additional $5,000 from the Commu- Discrimination Lawsuit sued summonses on the Westfield was arrested for an outstanding con- the matter of Kasko vs. The Town of 2 at Jefferson School. nity Block Grant Board (CBGB). “We By FRED T. ROSSI charges and released on their own trolled dangerous subject (CDS) war- Westfield. Officer Kasko filed suit The board’s curriculum committee are very happy with the program since Specially Written for The Westfield Leader recognizance. rant in Essex County. last fall alleging he was retalliated reported that it is planning to conduct it will help out our senior citizens and SCOTCH PLAINS — The township Wednesday, April 19, after being Scotch Plains against by former chief Bernard Tracy a “parent academy” on the Everyday it doesn’t cost a lot of money,” Coun- has reached a settlement with four town- stopped in the 1100 block of Boynton Thursday, April 20, an employee of after reporting information per the Math program at the middle school in cilwoman Villaggio said. ship police officers who had filed a Avenue during a police investigation School One reported someone re- town’s “whistleblower” policy. Of- response to parents’ request for further In other business, Borough Engi- reverse discrimination lawsuit against of a suspicious vehicle, Gail Ellerbe, moved cash from her pocketbook, ficer Kasko was also the subject of information regarding this program. neer Donald Guarriello spoke about the Scotch Plains Police Department, 37, and Rasheem Moore, 27, both of which had been left in an unlocked discliplinary hearing held earlier this Ms. Leiz, chairwoman of the com- the tree planting bids on the 100 and an African-American former police Westfield, were arrested and charged file cabinet. year. mittee, said that no date has been 200 blocks of Second Avenue. He chief and the chief’s white predecessor. with possession of a controlled dan- Friday, April 21, David Carson, 19, finalized, but they hope to schedule also spoke about the section of side- While declining to provide details of gerous substance, identified by po- of Plainfield was arrested and charged this evening forum in the near future. walk that had deteriorated around the the settlement that was reached on April lice as suspected crack cocaine, and with eluding police after leading offic- Next week’s meeting at Jefferson 400 block of Second Avenue. 13, Township Attorney Brian Levine possession of drug paraphernalia. ers on a vehicle pursuit. According to School will feature the report find- Other streets that had the same told The Westfield Leader that the long- Moore was additionally charged police, officers attempted to pull ings of the Citizen’s Advisory Com- problem with their sidewalks, such as standing matter had been “amicably with hindering apprehension for al- Carson over for a motor vehicle viola- mittee on Enrollment (CACE). the 300-block area of Hickory Av- resolved.” The settlement, he added, is legedly providing false information tion, but the suspect continued driving Public meetings on the report will enue and Walnut Street, have been subject to the approval of the township to police. He was held on $2,500 bail, without stopping. Carson reportedly be held on Tuesday, May 9 at 7:30 p.m. rectified.Yet Mayor Dennis McCarthy council. Mr. Levine said he expected to while Ellerbe was held on $1,000. crashed his vehicle into the woods on at the WHS auditorium and Wednes- said he would still like someone to submit the proposed settlement terms Both were committed on default of Route 22 at Westfield Road, at which day, May 17 at 9 a.m. at the Westfield assess the area and make sure the to the council early next month. bail to the Union County jail. time he attempted to run on foot. Memorial Library community room. work has been done sufficiently. The roots of the lawsuit date back Thursday, April 20, Elvira An officer was able to arrest Carson six years, when police officers Kevin Vairinhos, 31, of Avenel was arrested without incident, police said. Carson Lonergan, Brian Cheney, Matthew in the 100 block of Central Avenue had several outstanding warrants out Fugett and Brian Garbinski were rep- and charged with theft by deception of Essex County. He was transported rimanded by then-Captain Marshall for allegedly crediting merchandise to headquarters where he was pro- Nelson for their performance during from the store where she worked to cessed and sent to the Union County an April 2000 traffic stop involving her personal account. She was re- jail on $22,500 bail. No injuries were four African-American men. The four leased on her own recognizance after reported during the incident. officers alleged that Mr. Nelson, an being served with a summons. Friday, April 21, a Willow Avenue African-American who served as Thursday, April 20, Darren Jenkins, resident reported that he entered a police chief from 2002 to 2004, had 20, of Piscataway was arrested at store on East Second Street when improperly reprimanded them for Westfield police headquarters on a several juveniles yelled at him. their performance during the traffic $90 Bloomfield traffic warrant. He Sunday, April 23, police reported stop, had said that excessive force was released after posting bail. that someone pried opened the door had been used on the men being Thursday, April 20, Howard Brown, of a donut shop on Route 22 and stopped and had made racially-bi- 22, of Plainfield was arrested at the removed cash from the drawer. ased comments regarding the manner Boonton Police Department on an Monday, April 24, Luis Cotto, 28, in which the four white officers outstanding Plainfield criminal war- of Union was arrested and charged handled the stop of the vehicle. rant for $1,000 and two Westfield with driving while intoxicated (DWI). The lawsuit claimed that,despite traffic warrants for $500 each. Brown Cotto was stopped for a motor ve- then-Chief Thomas O’Brien’s aware- was committed on default of bail to hicle violation at which time officers Michael J. Pollack for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times ness of Captain Nelson’s alleged un- the Union County jail. detected a strong odor of alcohol. GREETINGS FROM PARK...Representative Michael Ferguson visits Park professional conduct, no measures Friday, April 21, Steven Jacobsen, After the investigation, he was ar- Middle School in Scotch Plains on Monday. He spoke to the students about were taken against Captain Nelson. 19, of Westfield was arrested at South rested and transported to headquar- government’s impact on everyday life. The students presented him with greeting In February 2004, retired State Supe- Avenue and Elmer Street and charged ters, where he was processed and cards that he will give to troops in Iraq when he travels there next month. rior Court Judge Edward Beglin in Union with possession of fraudulent identi- released, police said. County said the officers had failed to prove they had been discriminated against and had failed to show any ad- MS BOE verse effects on their employment in the CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 aftermath of being reprimanded. teachers who recently won awards. In a ruling last July, an appellate First-grade special education teacher court concluded that Judge Beglin had Maria McGrath received a full schol- erred in dismissing the officers’ claim arship to a Fairleigh Dickinson Uni- that Mr. Nelson’s alleged disciplinary versity graduate program. K-8 enrich- remarks had created a hostile work ment teacher Elaine Fass was chosen, environment. The court said that the from 1,000 applicants worldwide, to officers, to support a hostile work en- attend the Honeywell Educators Space vironment claim under the state Law Academy this summer. She was one of Against Discrimination, had to show 200 teachers selected. that Mr. Nelson’s conduct occurred Dr. O’Malley also announced that because the officers were white. The the borough has met all 184 state court concluded that this had occurred standards for special education. “because the facts and the legitimate “Another good thing to put our inferences that may be drawn from Meghan Gill for The Westfield Leader future on the right track,” he said. those facts suggest that Nelson would TAKING THE OATH…Jane Clancy, Beth Cassie and Ann Riegel are sworn in The next board meeting will take not have reacted as he did if the offic- to terms on the Westfield Board of Education by Board Attorney Richard place Tuesday, May 9 at 7:30 p.m. ers in question were black.” Kaplow, right, as Board Secretary Robert Berman looks on. THE

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timesnj.com TIMES USPS 485200 Thursday, April 27, 2006 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 SIXTY CENTS OUR 47TH YEAR – ISSUE NO. 17-2006 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SP Reaches Accord on Police Officers’ Discrimination Lawsuit By FRED T. ROSSI Lonergan, Brian Cheney, Matthew In February 2004, retired State Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Fugett and Brian Garbinski were Superior Court Judge Edward SCOTCH PLAINS — The town- reprimanded by then-Captain Beglin, Union County, dismissed the ship has reached a settlement with Marshall Nelson for their perfor- officers’ lawsuit, saying they had four township police officers who mance during an April 2000 traffic failed to prove they had been dis- had filed a reverse discrimination law- stop involving four African-Ameri- criminated against by Mr. Nelson suit against the Scotch Plains Police can men. The four officers alleged and Mr. O’Brien and had failed to Department, an African-American that Mr. Nelson, an African-Ameri- show any adverse effects on their former police chief and the chief’s can who served as police chief from employment in the aftermath of be- white predecessor. 2002 to 2004, had improperly repri- ing reprimanded. While declining to provide details manded them for their performance In a ruling on July 5 of last year, an of the settlement that was reached on during the traffic stop, had said that appellate court said the officers could April 13, Township Attorney Brian excessive force had been used on pursue certain aspects of their law- Levine told The Scotch Plains- the men being stopped and had made suit, which alleged that Mr. Nelson Fanwood Times that the long-stand- racially biased comments regarding had improperly reprimanded them for ing matter had been “amicably re- the manner in which the four white their performance during the April solved.” The settlement, he added, is officers handled the stop of the ve- 2000 traffic stop. subject to the approval of the town- hicle. The appellate court concluded that ship council. Mr. Levine said he ex- The officers’ lawsuit also claimed Judge Beglin had erred in dismiss- pected to submit the proposed settle- that, despite then-Chief Thomas ing the officers’ claim that Mr. ment terms to the council early next O’Brien’s awareness of Captain Nelson’s alleged disciplinary re- month. Nelson’s alleged unprofessional con- marks to the officers had created a The roots of the lawsuit date back duct, no measures were taken against hostile work environment. The court six years, when police officers Kevin Captain Nelson. said last summer that the officers, to support a hostile work environment claim under the state Law Against PROUD OF OUR YOUTH...The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Girls State Championship Swim Team is honored at the DECA “Student in Government Night” during the Scotch Plains Council meeting Tuesday night. Councilman Frank Rossi said, Discrimination (LAD), had to show “this is a real good representation of what our youth can do.” that Mr. Nelson’s conduct occurred because the officers were white. The court concluded that this had oc- curred “because the facts and the SP Council to Adopt Budget In May legitimate inferences that may be drawn from those facts suggest that Nelson would not have reacted as he did if the officers in question were With $1 Million Hike In Spending black.” By FRED T. ROSSI throughout the township. mandated contributions to the Police All of Mr. Nelson’s comments dur- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Parks and recreation, which in- and Firemen’s Retirement System, ing the course of his investigation of SCOTCH PLAINS — The $22 cludes not only ballfields, play- which is nearly doubling from the officers’ conduct during the traf- million municipal budget that will be grounds and parks but also the $188,302 last year to $374,603, and fic stop “could reasonably be found voted on by the township council Scotch Hills Country Club and se- to the Public Employees Retirement by (a) jury to be sufficient under the next month includes slightly more nior citizen transportation, will see System, which is increasing from LAD to have created a hostile work than $1 million in spending increases. an increase from nearly $946,000 $28,754 to $74,700; fees to the environment,” the appellate court said. Most of the increases are due to man- last year to $976,700. Two-thirds of Rahway Valley Sewerage Authority, The court added that those remarks dated hikes in several areas beyond that amount is for salaries and which are increasing by about “could be understood as being in- the control of the local government. wages. $194,000 to $965,414, and more ex- Michael J. Pollack for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times GREETINGS FROM PARK...Representative Michael Ferguson visits Park fused with a divisive ‘black against The council is scheduled to hold a Gasoline prices have risen more pensive group health insurance pre- Middle School in Scotch Plains on Monday. He spoke to the students about white’ view of the workplace that a public hearing and then a vote on the than 20 percent in the past year and, miums, which are increasing by government’s impact on everyday life. The students presented him with greeting jury would be entitled to conclude 2006 budget, which makes up about after declining during the winter $176,000. cards that he will give to troops in Iraq when he travels there next month. was ‘severe’ within the LAD.” 17 percent of the local property tax months, have begun to climb anew in The increases in these four line bill, at its Tuesday, May 9 meeting. If recent weeks. The higher cost of gas items alone will account for about 60 it is adopted, the municipal portion of is also reflected in the increase of percent of the overall rise in munici- township property taxes will increase nearly 50 percent for gasoline expen- pal spending this year. Board OKs Drive-Up Window by 4.5 percent to $13.7 million, or ditures, from $95,000 in 2005 to In addition to the property tax levy, $73 for the average taxpayer. The $140,000, according to the budget. the township government, in financ- municipal tax levy is up $754,284 This is not the only area that will be ing local government activities and over last year. seeing such increases in appropria- services, will also rely on about $2.1 At Local Popeye’s Restaurant Last year’s property tax rate for tions. million in surplus and $3.127 million By FRED T. ROSSI that Popeye’s “very limited menu” waiting to place or pick up orders at municipal government purposes on Much of this year’s budget increase in state aid, according to budget fig- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times should cut down on the potential for one time. an average assessed home of $121,000 of nearly 5 percent is due to higher ures. SCOTCH PLAINS — The town- excessive stacking of cars waiting for Marc Gillman, a principal of Mas- was $1.33 per $100 of assessed value, ship planning board gave its assent service. There will be room for up to cot Corp., told the board that the or $1,609. This year’s rate on a simi- Monday night, subject to approval seven cars to idle between the pick- restaurant’s peak hours are usually larly valued home will be $1.39 per High School Students from Union County officials, to an up window and the entrance from between noon and 1 p.m. and 6 and 7 $100, or $1,682, if the budget is ap- application from the operators of the Terrill Road. Given the restaurant’s p.m. During these times, he said that proved. Popeye’s chicken outlet on Terrill limited menu offerings, Mr. Palus as many as 25 cars will enter the According to a copy of the budget Conduct SP Council Meeting Road to make improvements to the said he doesn’t foresee a situation property, to either utilize the drive-up obtained by The Scotch Plains- By FRED T. ROSSI Katie Devlin filled in for Council- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times site, including the addition of a drive- where more than seven cars would be CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Fanwood Times, the biggest item in woman Carolyn Sorge; Andrew up window and a dedicated drive- the budget is the $4.71-million ap- SCOTCH PLAINS — As they have Goldberg sat in for Councilman through lane. propriation for the police depart- done for a number of years, students Frank Rossi; Jon Birnbaum filled in Robert Kraus, the attorney for Spatola Resigns, Utilities ment, of which $4.37 million is for from the Scotch Plains-Fanwood for Councilwoman Paulette Mascot Corp., the owners of six salaries and wages. Last year’s po- High School DECA program con- Coronato; Dan Rogan sat in for Popeye’s franchises in New Jersey, lice department budget was $4.52 ducted Tuesday evening’s township Township Manager Thomas Atkins including the Scotch Plains outlet, Auth. Hires New Director million. council meeting, where they ap- and Angela Smith filled in for Town- told the board that “85 percent of the By PAUL J. PEYTON said, noting that Dr. Spatola is an “en- Other line items within the public proved several ordinances and reso- ship Clerk Barbara Riepe. business at Popeye’s three other (New Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times gineer by trade” and “very detailed.” safety area include $190,000 for the lutions and congratulated the girls The council approved two resolu- Jersey) stores with drive-ups are take- RAHWAY – The Union County Dr. Spatola will assist the new di- fire department and $386,000 for fire varsity swim team on winning the tions authorizing the police depart- out” orders, adding that the drive-up Utilities Authority (UCUA) has hired rector in the operations of the UCUA hydrant service. state championship for a second ment to purchase two new vehicles, window will lessen the number of a new executive director following until late June. The new director, As- Maintenance of the approximately straight year. one a marked patrol car and the other customers inside the store and reduce the resignation of Dr. Joseph Spatola, semblyman Cohen said, has “exten- 100 miles of streets in Scotch Plains DECA is a marketing club that is an unmarked vehicle. Another reso- the number of cars having to park in which became effective last Thurs- sive scientific background and is also will cost $2.28 million this year, with advised by Joseph Franzone, a mar- lution hired Bill McCloney as the the parking lot. day. Dr. Sunil Garg of Summit, a an attorney.” just over half of the amount being keting teacher. In addition to being golf pro at the Scotch Hills Country Plans call for the entrance to the scientist and attorney, has assumed “He has a great background,” Mr. appropriated for salaries and wages, involved in a number of community Club. McCaffrey Tree Service was property from Terrill Road to be the role of director. Cohen said. according to the budget. The overall projects, DECA competes on a re- awarded a $17,400 contract to per- moved toward the southern border of Dr. Spatola, who has been at the Dr. Garg has been employed as a expenditure for this area is down gional, state and national level in form tree work in various township the property, further away from the helm of the authority for more than a consultant with The EcoShelf Group, slightly from the 2005 level. Another business competitions, where stu- parks. building itself. The right side of the decade since replacing Jeffrey CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 $240,000 will pay for street lighting dents go through role playing and The council also named Chief Fi- new driveway will lead cars toward Callahan, resides in Scotch Plains present various business plans and nancial Officer Lori Majeski to as- the parking lot behind the building, with his wife, State Superior Court ideas. sume the duties of township tax col- while the left lane will be for those Judge Joanne Spatola. MS BOE Reorganizes; At this week’s council meeting, lector. wishing to use the drive-through ser- Neil Cohen, a state assemblyman David Ginsberg sat in for Mayor At the start of the meeting, Jim vice. There will be two menu boards who serves as general counsel to the Childcare Rates to Rise Martin Marks; Mike Goland sat in Fawcett, president of the Scotch Plains- alongside the driveway, with the pick- UCUA, told The Scotch Plains- for Deputy Mayor Nancy Malool; CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 up window being situated at the rear Fanwood Times Tuesday that Dr. By GINA LEVINE-LEVY of the program, based on one year of of the building. Spatola holds an engineering degree Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times data, reflected that the program is not John Palus, an engineer who de- from Syracuse University. MOUNTAINSIDE — The adequately covering its costs. He said signed the site plan, told the board “He is a great guy,” the assemblyman Mountainside Board of Education the program did show a profit of (BOE) swore in newly re-elected $2,000 last year; however, the cost of board member Marybeth Schaumberg utilities and supplies, among other and new board member Joseph things, was not accounted for. Tinnirella Tuesday night. The board “It’s hard to say the program was re-elected John Perrin and Ms. self-funding when there was that small Schaumberg to the positions of presi- of a margin,” he said. dent and vice president, respectively. Several parents in attendance voiced During its regular meeting, the their concern over the rate hike. board approved a motion to submit a The parent of a Beechwood El- tax levy of $11,276,433, which was ementary School student who is en- approved by voters April 18, to the rolled in the program, Kelly Waters, borough. That figure includes $10,884, pointed out that the new fee, “is the 860 in the general fund and $391,573 in going rate of what parents would pay debt service. for one-on-one babysitting.” She said In other business, the board approved that parents with more than one child a rate increase for the 2006-2007 in the program may not be able to Mountainside Child Care program. afford the increase. The current rate of $6 for “scheduled Mrs. Schaumberg responded to the Horace Corbin for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times SPRING FLING...People enjoy themselves in downtown Westfield Sunday afternoon base hours” and $6.50 for “unsched- parents’ concerns. “I sympathize with at the annual Spring Fling sponsored by the Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce. uled” and “beyond base” hours will the hardship it might create but we A break in the weather came just in time for everyone to have a good time. increase to $8 and $8.50, respectively. have an obligation to the taxpayers of RAISING FUNDS…Area residents enjoy themselves during the recent “Casino The current rate of $1 per minute, this community not to spread the cost PAGE INDEX Night” fundraiser for the Frazee House restoration project. The fundraiser for after 6 p.m., will remain. of this program,” she said. Regional ...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 13-21 the 18th-century farmhouse was held at the Shackamaxon Country Club in Business Administrator Roderic Mrs. Waters followed up by asking Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9-11 Classifieds .... 20 Scotch Plains. McLaughlin said that a first-time audit CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 13-18 A&E ...... 22-24 Page 12 Thursday, April 27, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION SP Council POLICE BLOTTER

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Fanwood Soccer Association, an- Scotch Plains Nomahegan Drive and charged with nounced that the league, in conjunc- Thursday, April 20, an employee of disorderly conduct. Police said she tion with the township rescue squad’s School One reported someone re- allegedly yelled profanities and at- May fundraising drive, will donate $5 moved cash from her pocketbook, tempted to strike an officer after an- to the squad for every goal scored in which had been left in an unlocked other person called authorities to state May by one of its travel team players. file cabinet. that Conner was refusing to exit a Mr. Fawcett hopes the “Golden Goal” Friday, April 21, David Carson, 19, motor vehicle in which both of them program will raise at least $1,000 by of Plainfield was arrested and charged had arrived at the scene. She was the end of May. He urged township with eluding police after leading of- released on her own recognizance. residents and local organizations to ficers on a vehicle pursuit. According Monday, April 17, after being ar- match in some way the soccer league’s to police, officers attempted to pull rested at Westfield police headquar- contribution, “whether it’s a nickel or Carson over for a motor vehicle vio- ters, Diann Gropp-Roth, 40, of a dime or a dollar.” He said additional lation, but the suspect continued driv- Westfield posted $235 bail on a traf- information will soon be available on ing without stopping. Carson report- fic warrant issued by the Scotch Plains the league’s website at edly crashed his vehicle into the Municipal Court. www.scotchplainsfanwoodsoccer.com. woods on Route 22 at Westfield Road, Monday, April 17, James Laskaris, The council also congratulated the at which time he attempted to run on 57, of Westfield was arrested at high school’s girl’s varsity swim team foot. Westfield police headquarters on an for repeating as state champions. An officer was able to arrest Carson outstanding traffic warrant from Eliza- About 30 members of the team were without incident, police said. Carson beth. He was released after posting in attendance along with their coaches had several outstanding warrants out $110 bail. and parents. Each team member re- of Essex County. He was transported Tuesday, April 18, Kevin Coleman, ceived a copy of the council’s con- to headquarters where he was pro- Jr., 20, of Piscataway and Keri gratulatory resolution and a video- cessed and sent to the Union County Mauldin, 19, of Plainfield were ar- tape of highlights from their season. jail on $22,500 bail. No injuries were rested following a motor vehicle stop David Samsky for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times At the close of the hour-long meet- TAKING OVER…Richard Stender (center at left), president of the Board of Trustees of the Union County Arts Center, reported during the incident. at Ross Place and Carleton Road and ing, the elected members of the coun- presents Union County Freeholder Chairman Al Mirabella with the key to the arts center during a ceremony on Sunday Friday, April 21, a Willow Avenue charged with possession of less than cil passed a resolution accepting the marking the county’s purchase of the theater. Also pictured, from left to right, are Freeholder Angel Estrada, Rahway resident reported that he entered a 50 grams of suspected marijuana and actions taken by the DECA students Mayor James Kennedy, Freeholder Deborah Scanlon, Freeholder Chester Holmes and Assemblywoman Linda Stender (far store on East Second Street when underage possession of an alcoholic as their own. Mayor Marks congratu- right). several juveniles yelled at him. beverage. lated the group, saying they “did quite Sunday, April 23, police reported Coleman also was arrested on an nicely.” FW GOP Meets that someone pried opened the door outstanding traffic warrant from East At its next regular meeting on May 9, GW Council Adopts Budget; of a donut shop on Route 22 and Orange, for which he posted $114 the council will hold a public hearing On Monday, May 1 removed cash from the drawer. bail. He and Mauldin were both is- on the $22 million municipal budget. FANWOOD – The Fanwood Re- Monday, April 24, Luis Cotto, 28, sued summonses on the Westfield publican Club will meet on Mon- Taxes to Increase $257,000 of Union was arrested and charged charges and released on their own day, May 1, 7:30 p.m., at the Forest By KATHY MARQUES were mostly due to employee pen- with driving while intoxicated (DWI). recognizance. Road Park Building located at For- Specifically written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times sions and health benefits, the library’s Cotto was stopped for a motor ve- Wednesday, April 19, after being SP PB est Road and Woodland Avenue in GARWOOD – The borough coun- budget and the annual fee for the hicle violation at which time officers stopped in the 1100 block of Boynton CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Fanwood. At the May meeting, New cil adopted a 2006 municipal budget Rahway Valley Sewerage Authority. detected a strong odor of alcohol. Avenue during a police investigation window or to park and then go inside. Jersey Assemblyman Jon Bramnick of $6,164,871, which reflects an in- In other business, State Assembly- After the investigation, he was ar- of a suspicious vehicle, Gail Ellerbe, He added that a goal of his employees (LD-21) will discuss the upcoming crease of more than $240,000 over man Dr. Eric Muñoz (LD-21) dis- rested and transported to headquar- 37, and Rasheem Moore, 27, both of would be to reduce the time between year’s state budget and other topics last year. The amount to be raised cussed the proposed $30.9 billion state ters, where he was processed and Westfield, were arrested and charged the placing of a pick-up order and its of local concern. from taxes will rise from $3.9 million budget, which will take effect on Sat- released, police said. with possession of a controlled dan- actual pick-up at the window to two- The club meets on a monthly ba- in 2005 to $4,157,080 this year – an urday, July 1. He said it’s anticipated Mountainside gerous substance, identified by po- and-a-half minutes, something that sis, usually the first Monday of the increase of $257,000. that residents will be upset over sev- Wednesday, April 19, Joseph lice as suspected crack cocaine, and would also reduce the potential for month. At meetings, the members Councilwoman Kathleen Villaggio eral problems, among them that state Lynaugh, 35, of Mountainside was possession of drug paraphernalia. excessive stacking of cars. learn about what’s going on in town, said the owner of a home assessed at spending is going up 9.2 percent, or a arrested for an outstanding warrant Moore was additionally charged The board’s 8-0 vote in favor of the such as the budget, taxes and down- $100,000 would pay an increase of total of $3 billion from last year and after police were summoned to a with hindering apprehension for al- application is contingent on approval town redevelopment, as well as po- $115 over last year for municipal that the sales tax is increasing from 6 neighborhood where residents re- legedly providing false information from county officials, since the site is litical developments at the county services. to 7 percent. ported a suspicious male walking to police. He was held on $2,500 bail, located on Terrill Road, which is a and state level. For further informa- Councilwoman Villaggio said in There, also, are numerous smaller through their backyards. The suspect while Ellerbe was held on $1,000. county thoroughfare. tion, call (908) 789-2557. March that budget increases this year taxes on gyms, beauty salons, land- was taken to police headquarters Both were committed on default of scaping, cigarettes and gasoline, to where bail was posted. bail to the Union County jail. name a few, he said. Wednesday, April 19, a patron of a Thursday, April 20, Elvira “Municipal and school aid is flat, Route 22 indoor tennis facility re- Vairinhos, 31, of Avenel was arrested which unfortunately for the towns ported that upon exiting the club she in the 100 block of Central Avenue Mountainside BOE around here, will make people some- noticed the front windshield of her and charged with theft by deception CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 what unhappy,” Assemblyman Muñoz vehicle was smashed and several au- for allegedly crediting merchandise the board to examine whether the dergarten to eighth grade enrichment said. He ended by expressing appre- diocassettes were taken from inside from the store where she worked to program can afford staff cuts as a teacher Elaine Fass was chosen from ciation to the council members for the vehicle. The victim’s garage door her personal account. She was re- cost-saving alternative. 1,000 applicants worldwide to attend doing what he described as a “great opener was also reported missing. leased on her own recognizance after Parent Cathy Jakositz, who ran in the Honeywell Educators Space Acad- job” representing the constituents of Friday, April 21, Rosemarie Powel, being served with a summons. last week’s school board election, emy this summer. She was one of 200 Garwood. The assemblyman noted 57, of Plainfield was arrested for an Thursday, April 20, Darren Jenkins, suggested the board explore alternate teachers selected. that he served six years on the Sum- outstanding warrant in the amount of 20, of Piscataway was arrested at locations to cut costs, such as utili- Dr. O’Malley also announced that mit city council. $500 at the Plainfield Police Depart- Westfield police headquarters on a ties. the borough has met all 184 state Councilwoman Villaggio, chair- ment. $90 Bloomfield traffic warrant. He Mrs. Schaumberg responded by standards for special education. woman of the committee on aging, Monday, April 24, Isaac Nickerson, was released after posting bail. saying the program has been success- said she was pleased with the in- 44, of Newark was arrested at the Thursday, April 20, Howard Brown, ful in its current locations and “you crease in funding received by the East Orange Police Department for 22, of Plainfield was arrested at the do what’s best for the program.” borough for recreation and senior citi- an outstanding warrant. Bail was set Boonton Police Department on an In other business, the board ap- UCUA Hires zen programs. in the amount of $500. outstanding Plainfield criminal war- proved a $2,800 contract with Auto- The borough received a $3,000 al- Monday, April 24, Fonzo Wynn, rant for $1,000 and two Westfield mated Building Controls, Inc. (ABC) lotment for the senior handyman pro- 25, of Plainfield was arrested follow- traffic warrants for $500 each. Brown to service the rooftop heating, venti- New Director gram, which will aid senior citizens ing a motor vehicle accident on Route was committed on default of bail to lation and air conditioning (HVAC) CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 with minor labor work around the 22 and charged with driving without the Union County jail. units at Deerfield Elementary School. Inc. and Elder Garg Law Group LLC house, such as fixing a leaky faucet. a valid license. Robert Gilbert, 22, of Friday, April 21, Steven Jacobsen, “It’s a huge milestone … that we’re in Summit since 1999. Prior to that, he The program will begin after Sep- Newark, a passenger in the vehicle, 19, of Westfield was arrested at finally getting these air conditioning worked with International Specialty tember. was arrested for an outstanding con- South Avenue and Elmer Street and units up and running,” said Mr. Perrin. Products, Inc., serving in the capaci- The borough will also receive an trolled dangerous subject (CDS) war- charged with possession of fraudu- Chief School Administrator Dr. Rich- ties of counsel, director and vice presi- additional $5,000 from the Commu- rant in Essex County. lent identification and underage ard O’Malley added that this project is dent for environment, health and safety. nity Block Grant Board (CBGB). “We Westfield possession of an alcoholic bever- just one of several that have improved He also has served on the Union County are very happy with the program since Saturday, April 15, a customer at a age. He was released on his own the school. Democratic Committee. it will help out our senior citizens and store located in the 100 block of East recognizance. Dr. O’Malley commended two According to his résumé, Dr. Garg it doesn’t cost a lot of money,” Coun- Broad Street reported her pocketbook Friday, April 21, Kylle Taylor, 25, teachers who recently won awards. holds a law degree from Rutgers Law cilwoman Villaggio said. containing credit cards, a driver’s li- of Jersey City was arrested at Central First grade special education teacher School in Newark and a doctorate de- In other business, Borough Engi- cense and personal information was and Elizabeth Avenues on two out- Maria McGrath received a full schol- gree in physical chemistry from Stevens neer Donald Guarriello spoke about stolen from a dressing room. standing Jersey City warrants for con- arship to Fairleigh Dickinson Uni- Institute of Technology in Hoboken. the tree planting bids on the 100 and Sunday, April 16, Jennifer Conner, tempt of court. Taylor was released versity for a graduate program. Kin- He has a master’s degree in chem- 200 blocks of Second Avenue. He 18, of Westfield was arrested on after posting $2,650 bail. istry from Stevens and a bachelor’s also spoke about the section of side- degree in chemistry from the Univer- walk that had deteriorated around the sity of Delhi in India. 400 block of Second Avenue. Calls placed to Rahway Mayor Other streets that had the same prob- James Kennedy, UCUA chairman, lem with their sidewalks, such as the were not returned. Commissioner 300-block area of Hickory Avenue Sharda Bardi, who works for the con- and Walnut Street, have been rectified. sumer affairs division for the County Yet, Mayor Dennis McCarthy said he of Union, declined comment other would still like someone to assess the than to say Dr. Spatola had “retired” area and make sure the work has been and not resigned his post. Ms. Bardi done sufficiently. referred calls to Mr. Cohen. The Times The Garwood Baseball Little was also unable to reach Alternate League will have its opening day Commissioner George Jorn of ceremony on Saturday, April 29, since Cranford. the scheduled date for last week was Meetings of the nine-member au- rained out. The league parade will thority are held the third Wednesday begin at 9 a.m. at the Lincoln/Franklin of the month at the UCUA offices, School and conclude at the little located on the third floor of the 1,540- league field. The grand reopening of RESTORATION KIT...Rotary Frazee House Inc. Chairwoman Patricia Plante ton per day Union County Resource the Garwood Library will also be and Historic Preservation Consultant/Grant application writer Stacy Spies pose Recovery Facility on Routes 1 and 9 held on Saturday between 11 a.m. with Aunt Betty Frazee and her famous bread at the casino night fundraiser for in Rahway. and 1 p.m. the Frazee House Restoration Project. Page 2 Thursday, April 27, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Masonic Lodge to Hold Smoke-Free Air Act Lights Child ID Program WESTFIELD – Atlas-Pythagoras Masonic Lodge will offer a Children’s ID Program (CHIPs) on Saturday, Up Controversy Over Rules May 6, from noon to 3:30 p.m. at the By DEBORAH MADISON www.nj.gov/health/ctcp/smokefree. Chris Boyle, co-owner of the lodge, located at 1011 Central Av- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times The process is currently undergoing a Northside Trattoria, has concerns about enue in Westfield. AREA — Just as the New Jersey 60-day public review period, during the government making regulations that Children will be fingerprinted, vid- Department of Health and Senior which time the public, including pro- infringe on people’s rights. Although eotaped and photographed on a disk Services (NJDHSS) had anticipated, smoking groups, may make comments the Northside Trattoria has always had in cooperation with the Union County there has been no discernable reduc- or recommendations. The NJDHSS a no-smoking policy, Mr. Boyle said Sheriff’s Department. Youngsters also tion in patronage at many local bars will then consider those comments that he thinks the rules should be up to will be weighed and measured, and since the indoor smoking ban took and may revise or change the rules, each individual bar owner. special features such as birthmarks, effect on April 15, according to sev- before publishing its final guidelines “I don’t like the government telling scars or moles will be noted. eral local bar owners and managers. sometime in June, Mr. Shear said. people what to do,” he said. “I’m not Additionally, a toothprint will be A week after the smoking ban went The primary sponsors of the a smoker and I don’t advocate smok- courtesy of Alvin Madison taken of each child, which will pre- into effect throughout New Jersey, Smoke-Free Air Act were Senators ing, but it’s hypocritical of the gov- SSSSSMOKIN’...A Jolly Trolley patron smokes outside of the bar & restaurant serve a DNA sample of the young smokers and non-smokers alike were John Adler and Tom Kean, Jr. Renee ernment to profit from the tax on after the state’s Smoke-Free Air Act went into effect on April 15. participants. This is being done under packed into local bars last weekend, Trabert, legislative aide to Senator cigarettes on the one hand, and then the guidelines of the Masonic Grand enjoying their beer and pretzels, with- Kean, told The Leader/Times that their tell you where and when you can Lodge of New Jersey CHIPs format. out the customary haze of smoke. office was very pleased with the bill’s smoke,” he said. RVSA Discusses In respect to privacy, all tapes, pic- Jolly Trolley manager Chip passage and had already received Westfield resident Brian Walter, a tures and cards will be given to the Pakenham told The Leader/Times that many emails and phone calls in the customer at the Northside Trattoria, parents or guardians of the children, he recognized many of the usual faces; way of positive responses. said that the law may inspire him to quit Privatization At Meeting and the lodge will retain no records. customers who were smokers had She said that the public review pe- smoking because he would not be will- By KEREN SCHULTZ Plains-Fanwood Times, regarding Many families return each year to come out to enjoy the atmosphere riod could potentially result in minor ing to go outside to smoke in the winter. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the issue. update their children’s records. despite having to go outside to light revisions to the act, but she did not He also mentioned that it’s going to RAHWAY…At its meeting last Westfield’s representative, Com- In the event a child is ever lost or up. expect any major changes. She added take some establishments awhile to get Thursday, the Rahway Valley Sewer- missioner Allen Chin, offered a mo- abducted, these tapes, when brought There was a wide-variety of opin- that local establishments can call their that smoky smell out of their bars. age Authority (RVSA) discussed tion to hire Michael Brinker, Jr. as the to police and the media, are consid- ions and attitudes about the new ban. local health departments for clarifica- “Some places that used to allow privatization. permanent RVSA executive director. ered valuable in helping to locate the Multiple smokers interviewed by The tion on the present guidelines. smoking really have a foul odor,” he In January, United Water, a subsid- Seven commissioners requested the child. There is no charge for this Leader/Times said that they actually Last Thursday night, there were commented. iary of Suez Water, presented to the motion be tabled. service, which the lodge has been like the new law. several smokers enjoying drinks at Customers at the Jolly Trolley were RVSA board a proposal to take over The board announced that Rahway providing to area families since 1991. The smoking ban, named the New the bar at the Stage House Inn in already appreciating the smell of the operational control of authority. The Commissioner John Ludington, 2nd, Light refreshments will be served Jersey Smoke-Free Air Act, prohibits Scotch Plains. Stage House Inn owner soup, which they said was hardly RVSA currently serves more than had submitted his resignation to the and balloons will be available for all smoking in all indoor establishments Tom Britt said that attendance has noticeable before the ban. 300,000 residents and 3,500 indus- board. Rahway Mayor James Kennedy child participants. For further infor- that have public access, including res- been steady and he did not anticipate Like most non-smokers inter- trial and commercial customers in was appointed as the new Rahway mation, please call (908) 233-7349. taurants and bars, schools and school any drop-off. He said that the new law viewed, Trattoria customer Maureen Westfield, Scotch Plains, Garwood, representative to serve until the expi- grounds, sports facilities including might actually work out better for his Arena said that she and her friends Mountainside, Springfield, ration of the term on February 1, 2007. Laurie Woog Opens bowling alleys and race tracks, bingo establishment because the Stage loved the new ban and will likely visit Kenilworth, Roselle Park, Cranford, In his resignation letter to the board, parlors, malls, theaters, museums, li- House Inn has a very large outdoor more bars and spend more time there. Clark, Rahway and Woodbridge. Mr. Ludington stated that he “en- Law Office In Town braries and all public-transit areas. café and bar area in the back. Many bar owners are waiting to see The board said that it is in the joyed (his) three-plus years on the WESTFIELD — Laurie Woog has The ban exempts casino floors, ci- He said that he does not agree with what the final guidelines will be be- process of conducting legal research authority and appreciates the experi- announced the opening of her legal gar bars and lounges, tobacco retail- the 25-foot front entrance ban and fore they invest in outdoor seating regarding issues of privatization and ence and friendships (he’d) devel- practice in Westfield focusing on im- ers, private cars and homes. Cigar bars does not see how that can be enforced areas; however, some bars and restau- contract operations of the authority’s oped.” The board did not comment migration and nationality law. and tobacco retailers are defined as on people just walking by. rants have already set up an outdoor facilities and should have a presenta- further regarding reasons for Mr. A graduate of Harvard University only those establishments that gener- Joe Siddons, manager of the bar, area for their smoking customers. tion prepared for the board next Ludington’s resignation. and Northeastern University School ate more than a certain percentage of said that it was really too soon to tell The proposed guidelines state that month. In addition, the authority’s Mayor Kennedy will replace Mr. of Law, Ms. Woog completed a fed- their total income from the sale of how the new smoking ban would af- local boards of health and local po- financial consultant, NW Financial, Ludington on the RVSA’s engineer- eral judicial clerkship and was an tobacco products. Hotels and motels fect revenues down the road but that lice departments will be the first line is preparing a report regarding the ing, finance, public relations and se- adjunct faculty member the Univer- can permit smoking in up to 20 percent he was not concerned about atten- of enforcement for the new law. Lo- financial issues associated with curity committees. sity of Wisconsin Law School. of their rooms. The law also permits dance dropping off. cal officials expect that business own- privatization to present next month. bars or restaurants to construct a sepa- “This is an adjustment period,” Mr. ers, managers and customers will be “We’re really in the process of go- rate smoking room, as long as the Siddons said. “Smokers are still going the ones policing the ban. ing towards privatization,” said Com- ventilation and exhaust system does to come out to drink and socialize.” The guidelines also outline the fines missioner Attilio (“Sonny”) Venturo, not permit any air exchange between And even though he smokes, Mr. that will be imposed – from $250 up Scotch Plains representative. “We the smoking and non-smoking sec- Siddons said that he was pleased that to $1000 for subsequent offenses. If a have never said this is the thing we tions to occur and as long as there is a the law will protect everyone from patron does not cooperate with an want to do…We should be research- closed door between the sections. second-hand smoke because he and owner’s requests to stop lighting up, ing whether this really is something The guidelines include a proposal the other staff were exposed to too the establishment can call the local we want to do rather than being led to ban smoking within 25 feet of an much of it. police to issue a summons. Custom- along this path. I see this (agenda establishment’s entrance, which Scotch Plains resident Lisa Schiller, ers can also call their local health item) as a push and I resent that.” would eliminate the possibility of an a Stage House customer and a smoker, department to report violations. He said that the time spent on legal outdoor café area for many restau- agreed. She said that she could appreci- Mr. Shear said that until the guide- and financial research regarding rants. Multiple bar managers and cus- ate the new law and doesn’t mind going lines are finalized, local boards of privatization costs a large amount of tomers told The Leader/Times that outside to smoke. Her husband, Tom health and police departments will money each month. this proposal was taking the ban too Schiller, said that it might encourage utilize this interim period as a chance “We are crippling our towns with far. Those rules, however, are still some smokers to quit or to smoke less. to inform and educate the public and the financial responsibilities we’re being considered and may be revised Stage House Inn’s Sous-Chef Dan bar owners of the law’s implementa- putting on them,” he told the board. or changed, according to Regional Cronin, a smoker, disagreed. He said tion requirements. His office will dis- Other commissioners agreed that Health Director Robert Shear. it will make a difference in how long tribute flyers and talk with establish- they were not at all interested in Mr. Shear said that the NJDHSS he stays at the bar drinking. He said ment owners on how to implement the privatization and that it seemed as Paul J. Peyton for The Westfield Leader and The Times published a 77-page document outlin- that because of the law, he is more law but will not impose fines until the though they were “jumping the gun.” REMEMBERING MEGAN…Members of the Westfield Junior Women’s present ing the proposed guidelines for imple- likely now to go over a friend’s house guidelines are finalized. Bar owners About 10 RVSA employees at- a $1,000 check to the Westfield Recreation Department for a playground at menting and enforcing the new law, to drink, because his beer “will not be are, however, required to post no-smok- tended the meeting to listen to the Tamaques Park in memory of Megan Beck, a four-year member of the recreation which can be viewed at http:// as enjoyable without a smoke.” ing signs at their entrances at this time. issue of privatization. “They’re go- summer playground staff who died in 2005. Seven thousand of the $15,000 necessary to construct “Megan’s Playground” has been raised to date. Pictured, ing to do what they want to do, left to right, are: Recreation Director Bruce Kaufman; Michelle DiFilippo, Junior anyway,” a RVSA employee told The Women’s Club; Assistant Recreation Director Dolores MacKay and Erin Zito, Time Does Not Heal All Wounds. Westfield Leader and The Scotch Beth Hoerie and Kelly Harrington, all of the Junior Women’s Club.

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The invitation is ex- million budget tonight, April 27, Freeholder Mirabella. parade is “Support Our Troops – A tended to all veterans of this period which represents a $10.3-million in- In a press release issued by the Salute To Those Who Serve.” The regardless of duty station. This in- crease in spending over last year. The public information department, Mr. parade will recognize the dedica- cludes stateside, overseas and com- budget is supported by a $226.6-mil- Devanney questioned how property tion, commitment and sacrifices of bat assignments. lion tax levy, which will increase taxes are currently distributed under the men and women of the Armed Those veterans who are inter- county taxes in 18 of the 21 munici- state statutes. Forces of the United States who have ested in joining their fellow com- palities in Union County. Taxes in “What makes a taxpayer in Berke- served and continue to serve in the rades from the War on Terror should Cranford, New Providence and ley Heights better able to pay a tax defense of America in the War on register with the parade committee Winfield will decrease this year. increase of $151 as opposed to a Terror. by contacting Toni Rollis at the County officials said the increase taxpayer in New Providence who, All Scotch Plains and Fanwood Scotch Plains Municipal Building Gina Levy for The Westfield Leader and The Times in the tax levy was scaled back by under the same system, will only pay LEARNING EXPERIENCE…War Veterans James Wallace, left, and William veterans who were in military ser- at (908) 322-6700, extension 314. $1.7 million from the initial $228.3- a $4 increase this year? Similarly, Phillips pose with Westfield PAL football team players John Dooley, Ryan vice from 1990 through to the These veterans will march as a million tax levy proposed in County what makes an Elizabeth resident Rittendale, Geoffrey Scognamig, Josh Posluszny and Brad Erickson during a present will be honored at the pa- group along the parade route to Manager George Devanney’s $413- better able to afford an $82 increase recent PAL trip to the Lyons Veterans Administration Hospital. rade. This includes those currently receive the community’s “thank million executive budget unveiled in while neighboring Roselle Park will serving on active duty. The parade you” in recognition of their ser- January. see an increase of $40?” Mr. Devanney committee invites all township and vice to America. County taxes in Westfield will be questioned. Bridging Young and Old: $22.4 million this year, up $499,010 A public hearing on the county over 2005. Scotch Plains’ residents budget will be held at 7 p.m. on Thurs- A TTORNEY AT LAW will pay $12.9 million, a $531,550 day, May 18, in the freeholders meet- Youth Meet War Veterans hike over last year. Fanwood taxpay- ing room in the county administra- By GINA LEVINE-LEVY of high school in 11th grade. Thomas C. Jardim, Esq. ers will foot a levy of $3.6 million, up tion building in Elizabeth. The build- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Mr. Green spent three years bury- $195,097 over 2005. Garwood will ing is located behind the Union WESTFIELD — Westfield sixth- ing fellow soldiers at Arlington Na- Ramsey Berman, P.C. pay $2.1 million, rising $130,650 over County Courthouse off of Rahway grader Brendan Dugan spoke of a tional Cemetery before he was able to last year, Avenue. Vietnam veteran who tried to rescue finish high school and play college Summit homeowners will pay the In other business, the board con- his two friends during the war. football for Morgan State University Specializing in: highest county tax per household at sidered a resolution to enter into a His fellow student, Justin Ricardo, in Baltimore. EMPLOYMENT DISPUTES & $2,933, up $83 over last year. Sum- contract with Access Systems of was fascinated by a serviceman who Despite the six decades that divide SEVERANCE AGREEMENTS mit is followed by Westfield, with an Manilus, N.Y. to provide consulting rode in a tank destroyer. Mr. Green, 78, from these 12-year- average tax at $2,174 or $55 over services to the clerk of the freeholder Were they sharing stories from his- old boys, the message was clear. REAL ESTATE & LAND USE 2005. Scotch Plains residents will board during the vendor selection tory class? No. “You gotta stick with it,” he said. ESTATE PLANNING & ELDER LAW pay the sixth highest tax at $1,582, up process for an electronic document But it was part of a history lesson Former marine Joseph A. Manda, $53 over last year. Fanwood residents management system. The contract, they won’t soon forget. 79, said the visit was a treat since he 222 RIDGEDALE AVENUE, MORRISTOWN, NJ 07962 will pay $1,344, or $74 over 2005 which is not to succeed $10,000, The boys were among some 45 is a former teacher. levels, with Garwood residents pay- would be 100-percent paid through a members of Westfield’s Police Ath- Mr. Manda carries with him the 973.267.9600 FAX: 973.984.1632 ing $1,169, or $62 over last year. New Jersey Public Archives and letic League (PAL) football team who American flag placed on the grave of [email protected] www.hrb-nj.com Freeholders said a number of fac- Records Infrastructure Support visited with war veterans in Lyons his wife, Carolyn, who volunteered with tors contributed to the increased taxes (PARIS) grant. Union County re- Veterans Administration Hospital last American Women’s Voluntary Services this year, such as insurance and util- ceived a $1,010,639 PARIS grant last week to hear their stories. (AWVS) during World War II. ity costs and homeland security spend- year during the first year of the pro- Equipped with pizza, cake and cu- Former Army combat engineer ing. Officials also cited pensions, fixed gram. The grant request for proposals riosity, the youths filled a recreation James Wallace proudly wears a hat OWEN BRAND salaries for unionized employees and (rfps) can be viewed on the county room at the Veterans Administration that reads “World War II Veteran.” He increases in the welfare program. homepage at unioncountynj.org. Bid New Jersey Health Care System with served in the South Pacific from 1944 “The heat alone is a million-dollar proposals will be unsealed by the high spirits, stories and smiles. to 1949 and was shot in the jaw. Your Home-Town increase over last year,” Freeholder county on Friday, May 5, at 2 p.m. Team coach John Dugan organized But what could potentially be a MORTGAGE BANKER Chairman Alexander Mirabella told The agenda contained a resolution the trip so the boys could hear the frightening story to a 12-year-old, The Westfield Leader and The Scotch approving contracts to Ron Regner of veterans’ stories of “courage and brav- turned out to be “the learning experi- Plains-Fanwood Times after last Summit to operate the pro shop at ery.” He said he thought the opportu- ence of a lifetime.” ISB MORTGAGE CO., LLC Thursday’s meeting. Ash Brook Golf Course and to nity would be invaluable. “When I “Behind these scary experiences, He commended the board’s budget McCluney’s Golf Pro Shop to oper- coach these guys, I try to make it there are great stories,” said PAL team committee, chaired by Freeholder ate the pro shop concessions at the more than just a football team,” said member Christopher Albanese. Angel Estrada, for doing a “fine job” Oak Ridge Golf Course in Clark. Mr. Mr. Dugan, Brendan’s dad. Alex Bond learned, “You shouldn’t of trimming the executive budget. Regner will pay the county $409 per World War II veteran Michael Pe- take good health for granted.” “We are not looking at layoffs,” Free- month and $14,724 for 36 months, ters, 83, told stories of his three years “If you can put your mind to it you Residential - Construction holder Mirabella said, but noted that while McCluney’s will pay $402 a in the service. can do it,” was the lesson team member “layoffs are not off the table.” month for a total of $14,472. “In high school I learned German. James O’Rourke walked away with. Commercial - Bridge Loans The board chairman said the state Mr. Devanney was not present at Little did I know that four years later Troy Skibitsky realized “how lucky has approved the county’s proposal the meeting, as he was receiving an (during the war) I’d be using it,” he said. we are to have so many people who to offer an employee-incentive retire- award from the buildings trades. He spoke of living in dugouts and would fight in the war for us.” Local: (908) 789-2730 ment program in an effort to trim the Deputy County Manager Elizabeth being shot at by massive railroad guns. Kurt Kowalski said, “Our country county’s 3,000-employee payroll. Genievich served in his absence. 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PUBLICATION ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ The Scotch Plains – Fanwood Letters to the Editor The Westfield Leader TIMES — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— DD The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood BOE President Thanks 5,000 Voters DDTM Legal Newspaper for Union County, New Jersey and the Township of Scotch Plains Diction Deception Member of: Member of: In Westfield; Highest Total In 30 Yrs. Below are four arcane words, each with New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association I continue to feel lucky to live in a town as well as private citizens and organized four definitions – only one is correct. The Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Fanwood Business & Professional Association like Westfield that places such a high groups such as the Westfield Boosters and others are made up. Are you sharp enough value on education. Last Tuesday, the Coalition for the Arts. to discern this deception of diction? Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey community demonstrated its commitment I especially appreciate the efforts of If you can guess one correctly – good P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 to education by supporting the annual my colleagues on the Board and Dr. Foley, guess. If you get two – well-read individual. Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 school budget. It’s not easy in these times Bob Berman, Lorre Korecky and the other If you get three – word expert. If you get all Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 of high taxation to make this commit- district staff who worked so hard to ex- four – You must have a lot of free time! ment. I want to thank the 5,000 residents pand our community outreach efforts and All words and correct definitions POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at who took the time to vote; this turnout develop a budget that the community come from the board game Diction P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 was the highest level in 30 years (26 could support. Thanks also to the local Deception. Published every Thursday by Watchung Communications, Inc. percent of registered voters). press for their coverage of our budget Answers to last week’s arcane words. I also want to thank those who sup- process again this year. 1. Yird – Scottish for earth Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Fred K. Lecomte ported me personally in my re-election to Congratulations to Beth Cassie and 2. Laurin – A fatty, acrid, crystalline ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER MARKETING DIRECTOR the board. Looking forward, we face many Jane Clancy; I look forward to working substance contained in the berries of the Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo challenges, including the immediate together this year. Thanks to candidate laurel COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION hurdles of replacing the high-school prin- Doug Stokes for his interest in our schools 3. Thesmothete – A legislator or lawgiver Michael Pollack Karen M. Hinds Robert P. Connelly cipal and solving enrollment issues at the as well. Also, I want to express so much 4. Proterandry – The maturation of the EDUCATION & ARTS OFFICE MANAGER OPERATIONS & LEGALS elementary and intermediate school lev- thanks and appreciation to Kim Rhodes, male organs of reproduction in advance Victoria McCabe Ben Corbin els. I’ll continue to try to base my deci- who completed six years as an active, of the female organs JOURNALIST SERVICES sions on what’s good for our children and insightful member of the board. She’ll SUBSCRIPTION PRICE their families. truly be missed. CYPHONISM One-year – $28 • Two-year – $52 • Three-year – $76 • One-year college (September to May) – $20 The level of the public’s participation in Two-way communication between the 1. A state of purification or having the school election should make the com- community and the board remains as vital impurities removed munity feel proud. Getting the budget passed as ever. If there is feedback about the 2. The study of the mammary gland this year was truly a team effort, reflecting budget vote or other topics that you’d like and its milk-producing secretions the involvement of the Parent-Teacher to share, please feel free to e-mail the 3. A form of ancient punishment con- Perhaps It’s Time to Reexamine Council’s (PTC) Budget Task Force and board at [email protected]. sisting of smearing the victim with honey the PTO/A Presidents, the Westfield Edu- Anne Riegel and exposing him to insects cation Association who encouraged parents President, Westfield BOE 4. Blood letting as a form of medical and all teachers living in Westfield to vote, practice The Open Space Tax Concept TOHUBOHU Voters Should Be Informed at Polls 1. A gum resin which oozes from the The concept of open space trust funds started at the generate $65 million for the county over 10 years, to Indian hemp state level in New Jersey in 1998. Governor Chris- be used for development of the county’s parks and When Candidate Drops Out of Race 2. Mixed or jumbled tine Todd Whitman wrote, “We have embarked on an recreation system, for the acquisition of open space 3. Minced chicken or veal, mixed with historic effort to preserve and protect one million for the county and for towns to purchase open space As you know by now, the school bud- those with kids in the public school sys- eggs and bread crumbs get passed 3:2 (3,099 yes; 1,953 no). The tem. 4. Chaos acres of open space and farmland over the next 10 and develop local parks. two incumbents won, as they usually do, If your kids go to a private school, or CATABASION years.” Concerns started to creep into the open space tax Jane Clancy took the third spot with 2,764 you don’t have kids in the system, you 1. A chamber in a Greek church, under Senate President Donald DiFrancesco wrote in program. votes and Douglas Stokes had 2,302. never see that note. You might have read the alter, where relics are kept What troubles me is that Jesse Garfinkel it in this newspaper, but after the an- 2. A mountain pass October 1998, “Yes Vote on Second Question will In April of 2000, while supporting the trust fund, received 958 votes. That’s certainly more nouncement a couple of weeks ago, you keep New Jersey green into 21st century and be- Summit Councilwoman Cynthia Martin suggested 3. In anatomy, the study of involuntary than enough to have possibly changed the might have forgotten, especially if you’ve muscle contractions yond. New Jersey citizen, passing Ballot Question language be included “to clearly indicate that the outcome of the board of ed election. returned from vacation with the kids. If 4. A slaughterhouse for cattle No. 1 will allow us to protect New Jersey’s open money be used to acquire open space rather than I know that he withdrew after the bal- you’re like us, without cable TV, you MELIC spaces without raising taxes. In fact, it does not immediately funding development.” Ms. Martin lots were printed, and I wish him well in can’t get that information that way either. 1. Producing honey contain any additional cost to the taxpayer at all. The wanted to see the tax capped at one cent. “Three to college, but either some or all of those 958 You need that final reminder at the poll- 2. Of song or poetry voters didn’t know or voted for him out of ing booth and there has to be a way of 3. Well-formed; symmetrical proposal relies on $98 million a year for the next 10 four cents is too burdensome on Summit.” protest. getting that important information across 4. Resembling a grape cluster in form years from existing sales-tax revenue to purchase In April of 2002 our editorial read, “County should Protest can be a good thing, it can send at the moment when it is most important. open space, farmland and historic sites, as well as to not use taxpayers’ open space funds for developer a message, but all they did was waste their Every vote counts in every election. vote. This was brought home in the general Partisan Releases Are provide a total of $1 billion dedicated to protecting projects. While the Union County Freeholders’ re- Shouldn’t there be some mechanism election when the fourth ward council these natural resources.” cent decision to approve the $9-million acquisition for notifying the voters when you sign in seat was determined by just one vote. Not Real News The public overwhelmingly approved the Ballot of 63 acres of land in Summit for open space pur- at the polls that there has been a change in While there is no question on the outcome On the second page of your April 20 Question. poses was a worthy one, the almost-simultaneous the ballot? A large, brightly colored, of the school budget, imagine what could issue, you published what purported to be Mayor Geri Samuel in 1999 brought a municipal admission that some of that same property could prominently placed sign at each polling have happened if these 958 votes were a news item with the headline “Kean: station, as well as the election workers otherwise distributed amongst the candi- Menendez Misleads Students and open space tax to Scotch Plains to be funded “at a eventually be sold to developers was troubling.” informing you of this, would reduce these dates for the board of education. Teacher.” Other than a single sentence rate not to exceed $.02 per $100 of total municipal In October 2003, Senator Nicholas Scutari, then a wasted votes. The teachers sending home Jeffrey Messing introduction by your paper (which incor- real property valuation.” freeholder, said, “This (open space) includes the 23- reminders to parents to vote with a list of Westfield rectly described Mr. Menendez as the Township officials said revenue generated by the acre tract in Scotch Plains known as the Seville the four remaining candidates helps only “challenger” when he is the current U.S. tax will go primarily toward local baseball fields and Property, which would have otherwise been a prime Senator from New Jersey), the item was Mrs. Szot Embodies Everything One nothing more than a verbatim reprint, all parks. It was estimated then that the new tax would target for housing and retail development. in quotation marks, of a press release by generate $187,000 each year for the next 10 years. At the County Freeholder Candidate’s Debate of State Senator Tom Kean, Jr. This newspaper wrote in September of 1999: “it is November 2005 in Cranford: “I don’t think the Could Want As A Teacher This was hardly a news item, although it imperative…to look closely at the impact this could money is being used properly. Voters aren’t getting I was sent a copy of your article regard- the school must maintain the standards was given some six column inches of ing Mrs. Dorothy Szot of Holy Trinity set by the diocese. space. If it was a news item, it was not have on the overall property tax picture – not just the what they voted on,” Mrs. Pat Quattrocchi responded, School. I must admit I have been out of I don’t of course know the people who balanced by the inclusion of objective re- increase of dollars per taxpayer needed to support an referring to the fact that money put aside to purchase Westfield for many years but have always are behind such a thing but I am ashamed porting or comments from Mr. Menendez. open space program.” open space was not used to preserve land but to had a soft spot for the school and Mrs. and embarrassed for them having put Partisan political press releases like this In 2000, Union County joined the open space tax purchase the Union County Arts Center in Rahway, Szot. My husband and I were presidents Mrs. Szot in such a position after so very should not be held out as news and do not bandwagon. Freeholder Angel Estrada explained as well as plans to build a children’s museum.” of the school board when our child was many valuable and faithful years given to belong on the news pages of the paper attending the school. the school. where readers might misconstrue it as news. that the county has just 103 square miles of land- In February of 2006, the county reversed its posi- We always felt that Mrs. Szot embod- I know she is responsible for inspiring, At best, they belong in a section of the mass, but a population of a half-million people. tion and scrapped the proposed Green Meadows ied everything one could want as a teacher teaching and leading children for a great paper specifically identified as being for “One of the problems for Union County is that there Farm in Scotch Plains at the Seville property. and leader of a school. Obviously I do not many years. This reminds me of the old such press releases, as you usually do for is not enough available land, at least that I have seen, Regardless of what Mr. DiFrancesco said in 1998 know the complaints but am quite sure saying “make new friends but keep the the candidates in the local school board, that the values that most people are look- old, some are silver, some are gold.” I mayoral and town council elections. to be turned over into parks,” he said. about the open space tax, we don’t think the public ing for when they choose a parochial believe this pertains to teachers as well, Union County taxpayers passed an annual tax actually believed him that something magic will Charles Stotter school have not changed in the mind and and I would think there is a long line Westfield increase of $.02 per $100 of assessed valuation. That happen and it will not cost the taxpayer anything. heart of Dorothy Szot. looking at Dorothy Szot as the gold. rate would channel $6.5 million into a Union County Perhaps it’s time to examine just what the public is In observing the world condition to- BOE Member-Elect Open Space Trust Fund each year. The tax would actually getting with all these open space taxes. day, holding on to some of our old ideals Pat Fenlon doesn’t sound like a bad idea to me. As far Dallas, TX Thanks Voters Letters to as curriculum, I would assume she and First, I would like to congratulate all of the Superintendent Thanks the School people who worked so hard on “getting the the Editor Holy Trinity School Pastors Should word out” about this year’s school budget. The public was truly informed throughout Board and Westfield Community the entire process and while the decision to The approval of the 2006-07 Westfield Cassie on their re-election to the board Volunteering Spirit Is Return Principal to Her Position vote ‘yes’ might not necessarily have been an school budget on April 18 by 1,146 votes and welcome Jane Clancy as a new mem- I am very disappointed and upset with successful institution. Her strong Chris- easy one to make, it was a critical one. reflected a vote of confidence for the ber of the board. Thank you to Doug Heart of United Way the three pastors who co-sponsor Holy tian values permeate the walls of this Next, I would like to say how honored I Board of Education, but more than that, it Stokes for his sincere interest in serving The spirit of volunteering is the heart of Trinity Interparochial School. By refus- school and her students most often return am to be elected to the (Westfield) Board was an indication that education is a pri- the community, and I wish continued the Westfield United Way. ing to renew the contract of the principal, to thank her for her wisdom and guidance. of Education and to applaud all of the ority in our town. success to Jesse Garfinkel as he enters This is National Volunteer Week, a Mrs. Szot, they have blatantly denied her Personally, I have had the privilege of candidates for their hard work and dedica- For the first time in 33 years, 26 percent college life. week when America makes a special ef- the respect, dignity and gratitude she has knowing and working for this extraordi- tion. I am appreciative of the support from of Westfield voters came to the polls. We are indeed fortunate to have such fort to recognize the contribution of hun- so justly earned and deserves. nary woman for 14 years. She is my our community and am looking forward to This is significantly more than the 12 – 18 qualified people in Westfield who are dreds of thousands of volunteers. In her 40 years of service to Catholic principal, teacher, confidant, advisor and begin facing the many challenges that lie percent we have experienced in recent committed to our children. At the Westfield United Way, we don’t community, and Westfield, she has en- good friend. I have the utmost respect for ahead. I am prepared to listen to and learn years. A good deal of the credit for the As we prepare for 2006-07, we will need a special week because volunteers riched the lives of thousands of students, her decisions and professionalism. from our community and to make well- voter turnout goes to the Parent Teacher continue to deliberate on possible solu- are at the heart of the Westfield United academically and spiritually. Her com- I implore the three pastors of Holy thought-out and careful decisions. Council Budget Task Force, who gener- tions to face the challenges created by Way every day. passion, understanding, generosity and Trinity Interparochial School to correct I know that serving on the board can ated a system of reminders during the our enrollment growth. On May 2, at When the Westfield United Way love have encompassed them all. the injustice they created and restore to sometimes be a difficult and demanding weeks prior to the election. 8:30 p.m. at Jefferson School, the Citi- reaches out, volunteers help do the stretch- Additionally, her dedication to aca- her the position she has served with dis- job, and I want to thank my family in I also appreciate the tremendous ef- zens Advisory Committee on Enroll- ing. The volunteers and non-profit agen- demic excellence is unsurpassed. Her phi- tinction. advance for their support. I would not be fort of our board members who con- ment (CACE) will present to the Board cies of the Westfield United Way work losophy of education and desire to help Maureen Quinn able to do it without them. ducted every budget meeting in public of Education its recommendations on hard to make your generosity felt through each and every child has made Holy Trin- We are grateful to be a part of the entire for over three months, responded to pub- enrollment imbalances at the elemen- our entire community. ity Interparochial School a unique and Westfield Westfield community, and I sincerely lic recommendations by expanding vot- tary and intermediate level. The public So, to our volunteers, we say thank you thank my family, friends and supporters ing hours, and demonstrated fiscal re- is welcomed to attend or to watch the for every person you have touched. Thank for giving me this opportunity to help straint by proposing a moderate increase taping of the meeting on Blue Devils you for your time, your talents, and your Does Westfield Still Care contribute to the cherished future of our to the budget that included replacement TV36. treasures. People often say, “Westfield is town and our children. of certain textbooks and computers, re- I will hold additional meetings at other different.” One of the primary ways in About Overdevelopment? pair of two roofs and the intention to hire locations through the month of May. In- which we are different is the level of Jane Clancy four new elementary teachers to accom- put from the public will be of paramount caring and the involvement of our fellow It seems that it does not after the town’s deterioration of the character of our neigh- Westfield modate the largest first grade enrollment importance as we continue to plan for the Westfielders. planning board recently approved a de- borhood and the numerous variances re- Congratulations to the since 1970. years ahead. So, a thousand times, thank you! velopment project for a building at 751 quired by the project. These variances I am grateful for the support of the Central Avenue over the protests of many include the degree of screening, lighting William Foley, Ed.D. Linda B. Maggio neighbors. Many residents of Myrtle and and distance to adjacent property of the WF-BOE Winners community on these initiatives. Superintendent of the Westfield Executive Director I congratulate the candidates who were I congratulate Anne Riegel and Beth Central Avenues, on the corner of which parking lot, as well as lot coverage and Public Schools Westfield United Way the property is located, are very con- building height, among others. elected and I am proud of the Westfield cerned about the proposed project, which If this development project does not voters for supporting education and our seems to represent the definition of over- represent the definition of overdevelop- children’s futures by passing the budget. development. ment, I do not know what does. I will remain involved in the Westfield The two-story property, with residen- We have all read and heard so much community by continuing to serve on the tial Myrtle Avenue behind it and two- around town about overdevelopment by Westfield Memorial Library Board of family homes directly across from it, was way of McMansions. However, Trustees and by supporting the Westfield previously used as an office building. McMansions are still generally attractive Public School system. There was no excessive noise or activity homes, albeit at times out of scale with the I would like to thank my family, friends associated with it and a small number of lot or neighboring homes. Although some and the Westfield Community for all of vehicles generally parked in the lot. The people do not like McMansions and feel their help and support during my cam- current proposal to develop the building they change the character of surrounding paign for the Board of Education. I am includes a third story and rear addition so neighborhoods in a negative way, it is honored to have received the support of the property can accommodate a bank unlikely that the presence of McMansions so many of you and I thank you! with two drive-up lanes on the first floor, brings down the value of surrounding Doug Stokes office space on the second floor and apart- homes, and in many cases, it probably Westfield ments on the third floor. It also includes causes their value to go up. expanding the parking lot. On the other hand, the development of Deadlines We, as neighbors, are quite distressed the property at 751 Central Avenue will General News - Friday 4pm about this project for a number of reasons have no benefit to neighbors and will Weekend Sports - including serious traffic and safety issues arguably reduce the value of our proper- Monday 12pm related to the proposed drive-up lanes, the ties. It is understandable that the owners Classifieds - Tuesday 12pm of commercial properties want to maxi- Ad Reservation - Friday 4pm Editor’s Note: mize the cash-generating potential of their Ad Submittal - Monday 12pm Falsified Credentials properties, just as builders try to maxi- To Reach Us mize their return by building McMansions. E-Mail - [email protected] The author of a letter to the editor last But isn’t it time that the leaders of the week falsified his credentials and fraudu- Phone - (908) 232-4407 Town of Westfield stepped up to control Mail-PO Box 250, Westfield 07091 lently represented himself when con- this overdevelopment in this often-for- tacted by our staff for verification of gotten corner of Westfield just as they PO Box 368, Scotch Plains 07076 authorship. have done to control the spread of We now find, to the best of our knowl- Submittal Formats McMansions in other areas of town? Email Photos in color edge, that a person of this identity does I strongly urge town leaders to take ac- not exist. He represented himself as tion to have this project scaled back before Email Ads as pdf files in color James Oberta of Fanwood and provided it sets a precedent for other such projects, Please spell & grammar check a view in his letter titled ‘Out Of Con- unless this is the way the residents of For more information, see trol’ Fanwood Police Department Over- Westfield want their town developed. www.goleader.com time.’ www.goleader.com/presskit We regret this disservice to our read- Virginia Cosenza www.goleader.com/classifieds ers. The matter is under investigation. Westfield A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 27, 2006 Page 5 Letters to the Editor We Should Be Proud to Serve Westfield Was Home To Great Independent Music Stores In 1992 Nirvana’s Kurt Cobain ap- location. Now that the damage of squeez- When the subject of jury duty comes of our Constitution. In juries, ordinary peared on the cover of Rolling Stone ing out most downtown independent up, it’s not surprising that comparisons to citizens take on the responsibility for magazine, famously wearing a T-shirt music stores is done, Sam Goody shame- the dentist’s office soon follow. But hav- dispensing justice. There can be no de- bearing the phrase “Corporate Magazines fully retreats from Westfield, as well as ing recently completed jury service, I mocracy without the right to be heard by Still Suck.” Corporate music stores do, from malls and main streets across the would like to say a few things about that. a jury of one’s peers. too, and the closing of the Westfield Sam country. It is no small feat to sit on a jury. For Juries keep the words of our Declara- Goody store is a fitting end to a store that These comments are not intended many people, it is simply impossible. tion of Independence as strong today as the area never needed in the first place. against the employees who worked at the Many people have onerous family or they were 230 years ago. By stepping into When the Sam Goody music store came Sam Goody store, and I sympathize with work obligations, and their absence would the jury box, each juror represents the along more than a decade ago, Westfield anyone suffering a negative economic visit great stress on their dependents. principal of equality. You don’t need was home to some great independent impact related to the store closing. But Many others have ailments or disabilities special skills, wealth or prestige to par- music stores. Each had its own distinct because Sam Goody damaged a previ- that prevent them from serving. ticipate in a jury. If you are a U.S. citizen, atmosphere, but all had these qualities in ously thriving independent music store For the rest of us, jury duty is an over 18 and able to read and understand common: The staffs were knowledge- scene in Westfield, I celebrate the demise interruption. Schedules have to be juggled, English, you are just as qualified to con- able, the prices were reasonable and the of the Sam Goody business. I wish Sound family care arrangements have to be made. sider the weightiest matters of law as the KEEPING EYE ON THE PARK…The Westfield Police Department is monitor- Often it goes beyond a minor inconve- person sitting next to you. music selections were eclectic. There was Station – and future independent music ing Mindowaskin Park through live and video monitoring devices. no need for an additional music store in stores in our area – a long and prosperous nience. As communities grow and change, ju- the area, and certainly not a store which future. Still, the change in routine can bring ries also play a key role in holding the civil offered higher prices and less choice than opportunities. In my case, jury duty was a fabric together. On a jury, you meet people Bob Demmel WF United Way to Hold chance to develop new friendships and to from all backgrounds, faiths and walks of the others. Scotch Plains Of course, any store backed by a huge enjoy the camaraderie of good people en- life. You take a solemn oath to uphold the corporation can lose money for years Annual Meeting on May 8 gaged in a civic activity that elevated us all. law, and you work together as a team to while forcing smaller independent stores Plan Is Needed to End But it goes much deeper than that. Jury fulfill that oath. All the other things that out of business, and I suspect this was part WESTFIELD — Members will be nity room of the municipal building. duty is an opportunity to stand in for make us different are secondary. of the Sam Goody (failed) business plan. County Government elected to serve on the Board of Trust- The names placed in nomination to those who cannot serve. It’s an opportu- Sadly, some people face no barrier to The arrival of Sam Goody seemed to Running for public office has its ups ees of the Westfield United Way at the be newly elected are Stephen Cordes, nity for each of us to stand up for democ- service, but nevertheless find ways to sound a sure death-knell for the future of and downs, the upside being change. racy. Every juror can be profoundly proud shun the call. Instead of embracing the organization’s annual meeting and John H. Schmidt, Jr. and Susan of that. opportunity to perform an essential role independently-owned music stores in Many of us in Union County have been awards presentation, to be held Mon- Schwarz. Nominated for re-election downtown Westfield. In fact, all but one, discontented with the escalating taxes, To establish a democratic government in our democracy, they run from it. day, May 8, at 7 p.m. in the commu- are Rich Bagger, Scott Bond, Scott in America, our predecessors fought an Perhaps they do not feel up to the job. Sound Station on South Avenue, soon not only with our proper communities but Cassie, David Foltz, Matt succumbed. also the dollar value we pay to the county Fanwood Cleanup Day eight-year war. Ordinary citizens threw Perhaps they do not feel capable or quali- Earlier this year, Musicland, the corpo- with nothing tangible to show for it! Forstenhausler, Claude Fusco, Mary off the yoke of a powerful king. Many fied. But this should not be a concern. ration operating Sam Goody stores, filed In my hometown of Westfield, ap- Rescheduled to April 29 Illes, Susan Jacobson, Steve gave up their homes, jobs and families. The fact is we are all qualified to par- for reorganization under Chapter 11 of proximately 65 percent of the budget Petruccelli, John Ripperger and Paul Many gave their lives. Today, jurors still ticipate in our government. That is ex- FANWOOD — The borough’s 17th hold that sacrifice in trust. actly what the American Revolution es- the Bankruptcy Code and announced over funds the local schools, 20 percent funds Annual Clean Communities Day was Zoidis. 300 store closings, including the Westfield county taxes — yes, do the math! Sur- Board President Carolyn Fleder will Every day, in courtrooms across the tablished. And that is every juror’s proud cancelled on Saturday, April 22, due country, juries uphold the core principals legacy for the next generation. prise, 15 percent, that’s all that’s left to to rain and has been rescheduled for conduct the business meeting and re- provide the residents of this community port on the accomplishments of the with basic services. Plus there’s garbage Saturday, April 29. Individual volun- Public Invited to Plant teers of all ages, Girl Scouts, Boy fund last year, the election of trustees pickup and the Ecology Center — you and any other business that may come Warren Rorden to Speak are on your own! Scouts, interested organizations and Wildflower Seeds That is why I am running for county family groups are invited to assemble before the meeting. FANWOOD – On Saturday, May freeholder. I hear it over and over again, at 8:30 a.m. by the millennium clock Awards will be presented to out- About Real Estate History 6, the general public is invited to help get rid of the county government, one at the South Avenue parking lot of the standing volunteers, and an enter- the Fanwood Environmental Com- extra layer of bureaucracy, and we will be Fanwood Train Station. tainment program will include the WESTFIELD – The Westfield His- ness for 27 years before selling it to mission plant wildflower seed. Work in the money!! Yes, Frank Arena, just not Earth Day t-shirts, work gloves, presentation of the colors by the torical Society will learn about “Real ERA Burgdorff in 1998. will take two hours, beginning at 2 so quick. First you need to place the right pick-up devices and plastic bags will Scouts. Refreshments will be served Estate in Westfield, Yesterday and To- A past president of the Westfield people in those positions to make it hap- during the social hour following the day, How Things Have Changed” from Board of Realtors and the Westfield p.m. The rain date is June 7. pen via a plan, real business practices. be distributed. A deluxe lunch tote Participants should bring metal will be this year’s giveaway. The 100 meeting. realtor Warren Rorden at its First Area Chamber of Commerce, he has You can’t do away with county gov- All contributors to the Westfield been active with many other local “T”-shaped rakes and dress appropri- ernment with a flick of the switch. “Mon- or so expected volunteers, who usu- Wednesday Luncheon at noon on May ately, as the ground will be muddy. ster Government” took a long time to ally include Fanwood officials, will United Way are members of the 3 at B.G. Fields Restaurant, located at organizations over the years as well. Assistance for this project was re- evolve and will take a long time to bring be organized into teams with a leader corporation and are entitled to a 560 Springfield Avenue in Westfield. He and his wife are longtime mem- ceived from Union County’s Divi- it to its knees. and then transported by the Depart- vote at the meeting. The session Mr. Rorden will discuss how real bers of the Westfield Historical Soci- sion of Golf Operations for spaying Let’s bring back the time when offi- ment of Public Works (DPW) em- will also mark the election of next estate has developed over the years; ety. Mrs. Rorden is a member of the for weeds and from the Scotch Plains- cials were proud to serve the citizens who ployees to one of 13 locations desig- year’s officers. The slate includes mistakes people make when selling a society’s Board of Trustees and its Fanwood Board of Education for voted them in. nated for clean-up. Scott Cassie, president; David Foltz, home; why buyers move to Westfield; Executive Committee, where she is spreading lime and fertilizer. Diane Barabas These include Forest, LaGrande, first vice president; Paul Zoidis, sec- whether prices are too high and how to Membership Committee Chairwoman. Blooming of the flowers is expected Candidate for County Freeholder Carriage House Parks, Borough Hall, ond vice president; Wendy Cozzi, ready a house for the market. A society telephone committee will in June. Different types of flowers the Fanwood Public Library and mu- secretary, and Claude Fusco, trea- Mr. Rorden entered the real estate contact regular luncheon attendees to will appear through the summer and Reading is Good For You nicipal parking areas, as well as the surer. business in 1958, became a broker in verify their reservations. Space per- into the fall. The public is not to pick area around the railroad tracks. NJ 1960 and in 1971, with his wife, Vir- mitting, others also may attend. Inter- the flowers. Transit will provide two flagmen for www.goleader.com ginia, started Rorden Realty in ested persons are asked to call (908) Any group that would like to help security for those assigned to this Westfield. They operated the busi- 233-2930 by noon on Monday, May 1. place wood chips on the trails is asked area. to call Dean Talcott at (908) 322-6577. The Lions Club will pick-up litter Brown signs with white lettering will along Fanwood’s stretch of South guide participants from the intersec- Avenue as part of the Adopt-a-High- tions of LaGrande and Martine Av- way program. For information, call enues or Terrill Road and Cray Terrace. goleader.com/subscribe (908) 322-7404.

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PUBLICATION AARP Announces Meeting, Details of June Luncheon WESTFIELD – Westfield Area “The Best Ways to Care for the Teeth Chapter No. 4137 of the American of Senior Citizens.” A question-and- Association of Retired Persons will answer period will follow. hold its next meeting on Monday, Chapter members are asked to do- May 1, in The Presbyterian Church in nate canned and boxed grocery items Westfield’s Assembly Hall, located to benefit the homeless and needy, as at Broad Street and Mountain Av- well as costume jewelry for use as enue. Guests and potential new mem- bingo game prizes for patients at bers are welcome and ample parking Runnells Specialized Hospital of is available in the church lot. Union County in Berkeley Heights. The social period with refreshments The chapter’s luncheon on Tues- will begin at 1 p.m., with a brief busi- day, June 6, will take place at noon at ness meeting to take place at 1:30 p.m. The Westwood in Garwood and will Afterward, guest speaker Dr. Kenneth feature an international buffet and Arida, a Westfield dentist, will discuss musical entertainment. Members may bring guests. The cost is $20 per Golden Agers Plan person for the luncheon, gratuity and entertainment. Reservations for the Musical Revue Trip luncheon, which will replace the SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch chapter’s June meeting, may be made Plains Golden Agers Club will travel at Monday’s meeting or by calling MR. AND MRS. DAVID A. SIPES to Hawley, Pa. on Thursday, May 18, Luncheon Chairwoman Marie Stock (She is the former Miss Alison Elizabeth Vanderbilt) for a Woodlock Pines luncheon and at (908) 925-2536. musical revue. Tickets are $51 and A trip entitled “The Railroads of include the revue, luncheon and bus New England,” featuring scenic views ride. The bus will leave at 8:30 a.m. of Vermont and New Hampshire, is set MR. AND MRS. CHRISTOPHER M. COLYER that day from the Scotch Plains Mu- for Monday through Thursday, June (She is the former Miss Caroline Pretre) Miss Alison E. Vanderbilt nicipal Building parking lot at 430 19 to 22. A fully escorted tour with Park Avenue. most meals and gratuities included, it The menu will feature prime rib is open to both members and non- Marries David A. Sipes and butterfly shrimp, baked filet of members. Lodging will be at the Mount Miss Caroline Pretre fish, fresh fruit, garden salad and ac- Snow Inn in Vermont and the Indian Miss Alison Elizabeth Vanderbilt, was his brother’s best man. Serving as companiments. There also will be a Head Resort in New Hampshire. the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius groomsmen were Jeffrey Alexander dessert table. All are welcome. The cost will be $712 for double Vanderbilt of Westfield, was married of Santa Cruz, Calif., Karl Benjamin The Golden Agers Club offers se- accommodations, $813 for single and Weds Christopher M. Colyer on Saturday, August 20, to David A. of Davis, Calif. and Richard Ellis of nior citizens a chance to meet with $694 for triple. Reservations may be Sipes. He is the son of Mrs. Marlene Oakhurst, N.J., all friends of the bride- their peers, share ideas and gather made at the Monday meeting or by Miss Caroline Pretre, the daughter Garett Vail of Raleigh, N.C. and DeLaurenti and Donn Sipes of Walnut groom, and Neil Vanderbilt of useful information. The club meets calling Trips and Tours Chairwoman of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Pretre of Carter Shields of Tahoe City, Calif., Creek, Calif. Westfield, the brother of the bride. weekly on Thursdays at 10 a.m. at the Marie Walsh at (732) 669-0399. Westfield, was married on Saturday, both friends of the bridegroom, were The Reverend Christopher Taylor Jack Riley Steck of San Jose, Calif., Scotch Hills Country Club in Scotch October 8, to Christopher M. Colyer. the best men. Serving as ushers were officiated at the late afternoon cer- the bridegroom’s nephew, was the ring Plains. For trip details, please call He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Barry Dr. Marcus Colyer of Washington, emony at The Presbyterian Church in bearer. Jean DeTorre at (908) 889-4121 or Miller-Cory to Feature Colyer of Big Flats, N.Y. D.C. and Dr. Corey Colyer of Westfield. A reception immediately Mrs. Meredith Johnson of Wayne, Mary De Jesso at (908) 654-4512. The afternoon nuptials took place Morgantown, W. Va., the bridegroom’s followed at the Echo Lake Country Pa. and Mrs. Virginia Stearns of Short Straw Hat Weaving at the First Presbyterian Church in brothers, and Edward Pretre, Jr. of Club information is available by call- WESTFIELD – Eileen O’Shea of Club in Westfield. Hills, cousins of the bride, gave read- ing Olga Bruce at (908) 322-8530. Hammondsport, N.Y. with the Rever- Cranford, the bride’s brother. Given in marriage by her father, the ings during the ceremony. Summit will offer a straw hat weav- end Graham Hart of Sarasota, Fla., P. Paul Snezek of Wheaton, Ill., the bride wore a white Duchess satin A- A graduate of Westfield High ing demonstration on Sunday, April the bridegroom’s uncle, officiating. bridegroom’s uncle, did a reading. line gown designed by Vera Wang School, the bride was awarded a Bach- Caregivers Meeting 30, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Miller- A reception followed at the Esperanza A 1995 Westfield High School with a chapel-length train and stream- elor of Arts degree in Sociology from Cory House Museum, located at 614 Mansion in Bluff Point, N.Y. graduate, the bride received a Bach- Slated For Monday Mountain Avenue in Westfield. ers at the back. Her chapel-length veil the University of Vermont in WESTFIELD – A support group for Given in marriage by her father, the elor of Arts degree in English from cascaded from a lace headpiece en- Burlington. She is employed as an Ms. O’Shea will demonstrate how bride wore a strapless, A-line gown Dickinson College in Carlisle, Pa. in those caring for elderly or chronically Colonial era women wove and braided crusted with seed pearls. She carried Event Manager for Premiere Racing, ill loved ones will meet at 8 p.m. on featuring ivory lace over champagne 1999. She is employed as an editor a European hand-held bouquet in Inc. of Marblehead, Mass. these hats for fashion as well as sun satin and embroidered with pearls with Bruce Leeb & Co. in Fair Lawn. Monday, May 1, in the St. Helen’s protection. She also will describe the shades of white, ivory, blush and pink The bridegroom, a graduate of Roman Catholic Church parish center and beads. A fingertip veil comple- The bridegroom graduated from with cream Vandella and Porcelana Clayton Valley High School in Con- lengthy process for preparing the mented her gown. The bride carried a Corning East High School in 1995 on Lamberts Mill Road in Westfield. straw, from gathering it in the fields roses, pink dendrobium and white cord, Calif., earned Bachelor of Sci- Meetings are held on the first non- bouquet of pink calla lilies. and earned a Bachelor of Science cymbidium orchids, ranunculus, ence degrees in Fermentation Science to bleaching it over live coals. A vari- Mrs. Christine Gibeault of degree in Accounting from Messiah holiday Monday of every month. ety of hats will be displayed. Godetia and Nerines. and Managerial Economics from the These are information and sharing Robbinsville and Mrs. Kristie Poyer College in Grantham, Pa. in 1999. He Miss Amy Ferrara of Boston, Mass., University of California at Davis. He is Volunteers in authentic period dress of Lancaster, Pa., both friends of the received his Master of Science in sessions. For more details, please call will be available to give tours of the a college friend of the bride, was the employed as Brewing Manager for the Marilyn Ryan at (908) 233-8757. bride, served as matrons of honor. Dr. Taxation from Seton Hall University maid of honor. The bridal attendants Boston Beer Company in Boston, Mass. pre-revolutionary farmhouse. In the Jessica Colyer of Washington, D.C., in South Orange in 2002 and his included Mrs. Jennifer Steck of San Mrs. Penny Dinger of Mountainside museum’s Frazee Building, members the bridegroom’s sister-in-law, and Master of Business Administration Jose, Calif., the bridegroom’s sister, and Mrs. Susan Moran of Westfield, Garwood Knights of the Cooking Committee will dem- Mrs. Collette Pretre of Cranford, the degree from Rutgers University in and Miss Sarah Buggee of Salem, the bride’s aunts, hosted a bridal Slate Blood Drive onstrate open hearth cooking meth- bride’s sister-in-law, were bridal at- Newark in 2005. Mr. Colyer is em- Mass., Mrs. Kristen Pierson of shower at Mrs. Virginia Stearns’ Short ods and offer taste treats to visitors. tendants. All wore strapless black ployed as a tax manager with Wiss & Centerport, N.Y. and Mrs. Cary Rubbo Hills home. GARWOOD – The Garwood The gift shop will be open as well. georgette gowns and carried bouquets Co. in Livingston. of Waterbury, Conn., all college friends The rehearsal dinner, given by Mr. Knights of Columbus will hold a blood Admission to the museum is $2 for of pink calla lilies. A bridal shower was given by the of the bride. They wore satin faced and Mrs. Loren DeLaurenti and Mr. drive on Saturday, May 6, from 9 a.m. adults, 50 cents for students and free Miss Kaitlyn Colyer of bridal party in May at The Pointe at taffeta tea-length dresses in silver-blue and Mrs. Donn Sipes, was held at the to 2 p.m. at its council hall, located at for children under age six. Upcoming Morgantown, W. Va., the bridegroom’s Port Liberté in Jersey City. with a grey satin sash and carried Kirby Carriage House at the Paper 37 South Avenue in Garwood, oppo- programs include “Message in a niece, was the flower girl. She wore a The parents of the bridegroom bouquets of pink and pale peach roses Mill Playhouse in Millburn. site PathMark. Parking is available Bottle” on May 7, “18th Century Folk sleeveless ivory dress, made by the hosted the rehearsal dinner the evening with white freesia, pink and white Following a wedding trip to Nan- behind the hall off Willow Avenue. Music” on May 21 and “18th Century mother of the bridegroom, with lace before the wedding at Sarrasin’s on Godetia. tucket, the couple resides in For additional information, please call Herbs” on June 4. For more informa- on the bodice matching that on the the Lake in Penn Yan, N.Y. Timothy Sipes of Seattle, Wash. Marblehead, Mass. the Knights after 4 p.m. on weekdays tion, please call the museum office bride’s gown. She carried a single pink Following a wedding trip to Aruba, at (908) 789-9809. weekday mornings at (908) 232-1776. calla lily. the couple resides in Livingston. FREE KITCHEN SEMINAR

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Mountainside For More Information: 908-789-9339 908-272-0200 233033 www.dhplaw.net A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 27, 2006 Page 7 An Easter Life Calls For Us Willow Grove Men to Offer To Forgive and Love Others Breakfast and Frazee Film

By REVEREND PAUL KRITSCH God. Part of that caring includes for- SCOTCH PLAINS – The Men’s duced the film to raise awareness and giving others, even our enemies. Group of the Willow Grove Presbyte- funds for the restoration of the Frazee On April 27, 1865, 141 years ago In his famous song “Imagine,” John rian Church has invited all men and home on Raritan Road in Scotch today, the Mississippi paddle wheeler Lennon once mused, “Imagine women ages 16 and up to join them Plains. The Fanwood-Scotch Plains Sultana was destroyed in an explo- there’s…no religion.” No doubt, many on Saturday, May 6, from 8:30 to Rotary Club is sponsoring the project. sion a few miles north of Memphis, atrocities have been done in the name 10:30 a.m. for breakfast and a screen- Mr. Thorne will be on hand to intro- Tenn. The greatest maritime disaster of religion, including Christianity. The ing of the film Two Lords and a Lady duce the film and answer questions. in the history of our country, the de- shame is that people therefore easily at the church. Advance reservations by Thursday, struction of the Sultana included the confuse the church with Christ him- This film tells the story of Scotch May 4, would be appreciated; how- loss of approximately 1,700 of its self. In reality, when we Christians Plains baker “Aunt Betty” Frazee and ever, those without a reservation will 2,400 passengers. truly follow Jesus, we find the power her encounter with two British gener- be welcome as well. A free will offer- Most of those on board were Union and ability to love others as we first als, one of who is played by former ing will be taken to help subsidize the soldiers recently released from Con- have been loved by him. Fanwood Mayor Louis Jung. cost of the breakfast, and donations federate prisons, including the infa- This kind of love is unconditional Frank Thorne and John Fazio pro- will be accepted to support the Frazee mous Andersonville. The Civil War and transcends all boundaries of poli- FASHIONABLE WOMEN…Members of the Forever Beautiful dinner and House Restoration project. had recently ended. These soldiers tics, geography, race and creed. This fashion show committee get ready for the event. Hosted by the Ladies Philoptochos Thrift Shop Announces For more information or to make were on their way home. Five hun- kind of love motivates us to be will- Society of the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Westfield, it will be held reservations, please call the church dred of the survivors were taken to on Wednesday, May 3, beginning at 6 p.m. at the Chanticler in Millburn. Pictured, ing to give our lives for others. Filled from left to right, are: Avi Kiriakatis, Vice President of the society and committee Mother’s Day Drawing office at (908) 232-5678 or e- hospitals in Memphis. The people of with Easter life, Christians can and mail [email protected]. that Southern river town opened their chairwoman; Barbara Manos, Olga Emanuel and Maria Halkias Doutis, an artist SCOTCH PLAINS – Area residents do make a lasting difference for the who is donating one of her paintings, all of Westfield; Cynthia Ladas of are invited to enter a free Mother’s Babysitting may be available upon hearts to the victims, even though better in the communities where we advance request only. Interested per- they had been enemies for the past Mountainside and Marina LoAlbo of Kenilworth. Day drawing at the Fanwood-Scotch live. Plains Service League’s Thrift Shop, sons are asked to inform the church of four years. Recent years have seen a growing the number of children requiring Christians in our communities are located at 1730 East Second Street in trend to try to make religion, espe- Scotch Plains. babysitting and their ages. The Wil- continuing their celebration of Eas- cially Christianity, invisible in public Ladies Philoptochos to Hold low Grove Church is located at 1961 ter. Not just a day or even a season in This year, two prizes will be life. The real tragedy for our commu- awarded – a silk floral arrangement in Raritan Road in Scotch Plains and is the church year, Easter is a way of life nities would be if that were to come to handicap-accessible. for followers of Jesus Christ. Chris- Fashion Show-Dinner Event a 12-inch Lennox vase and a $25 gift pass. certificate to a local florist for a fresh tians believe that because Jesus was * * * * * * * raised from the dead, we have eternal WESTFIELD – More than 300 Aged, St. Basil’s Academy and flower arrangement. Unitarian Church Sets Reverend Kritsch is in his 18th year Sloan Kettering Memorial Cancer No purchase is necessary. Partici- life. As a result, each and every day as senior pastor of the Redeemer guests are expected to attend “Forever Beautiful,” the annual dinner and fash- Research. To date, over $2,000 has pants just need to write their name May Fair Celebration becomes even more precious. We have Lutheran Church and School, located PLAINFIELD – The First Unitar- the privilege of loving and caring for ion show hosted by the Ladies been given to the Hurricane Katrina and telephone number on a piece of at 229 Cowperthwaite Place in appeal in an ongoing commitment paper and put it in the contest bag. ian Society of Plainfield, which in- others as we have been cared for by Westfield. Philoptochos Society of the Holy Trin- ity Greek Orthodox Church of addressing the needs of several The drawing will take place on the cludes members from Westfield, Westfield, on Wednesday, May 3,. families. morning of Thursday, May 11. Scotch Plains and Fanwood, will hold The event will begin at 6 p.m. at The on-premise gift raffles will Additionally, the shop will have a its annual May Fair on Sunday, May 7, ‘Benefit Bash’ to Support the Chanticler in Millburn. Chaired include theme baskets and individual large variety of floral arrangements from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. by Avi Kiriakatis of Kenilworth, it items valued at over $200 each. There for sale in time for Mother’s Day, Families are especially welcome to will feature fashions by Noel Bro- also will be valuable door prizes. which is Sunday, May 14. These silk attend this free event, which will take Local Groups’ Programs gan Productions of Montclair. Geor- Proceeds from the Grand Raffle will floral pieces are created by one of the place indoors and outdoors at the shop’s members who has professional church, located at 724 Park Avenue in WESTFIELD – Several organiza- Preschool and Fitness Departments. gia Skeadas of Pennsylvania, Na- be donated to two charities – the tional President of Philoptochos, National Multiple Sclerosis Research flower arranging experience. Plainfield. There will be a May Pole, tions will take part in Lord & Taylor’s Admission tickets are on sale at the live music, an inflatable slide, a mar- “Benefit Bash” on Tuesday, May 9, and Metropolis President Bessie Foundation and IND – Institute For The shop is stocked with summer JCC, located at 1391 Martine Avenue and lightweight clothing for the whole tial arts demonstration, face painting, from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. at the store on in Scotch Plains. Drogaris of Holmdel are expected Neurodegenerative Disorders, which to attend, as well as out-of-state include Alzheimer’s Disease, family. It is open for business on a chili cook-off and chair massages. North Avenue in Westfield. Discount Proceeds from tickets purchased Members of the community are in- shopping will be featured at the store guests. Parkinson’s Disease and Huntington’s Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday through the Preschool office will ben- from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Friday vited to join the celebration. for those who purchase a $5 ticket efit the preschool; proceeds from tick- Funds raised will benefit the more Disease. than 50 charities and scholarships Tickets are $55 each and may be and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission is free, but in exchange from a participating organization. ets purchased through the Fitness of- for a donation, attendees will get a Each ticket will include a 20 per- that Philoptochos supports each purchased by calling society Trea- For more information or directions, fice will benefit that department. For please call (908) 322-5420. Visitors hot dog, cookie and a drink. For more cent coupon that can be used on cos- more information about the event, year. Last year, more than $30,000 surer Mary Coutros at (732) 494- was denoted to these charities, 4641. For more information, please to the shop also are invited to inquire information, please call the church at metics and many designer labels that please call the Preschool office at (908) 756-0750 or visit www.fusp.org are ordinarily excluded. Shoppers are among them the Susan G. Komen call (908) 233-8533. about membership in the volunteer (908) 889-8800, extension no. 204, Service League. online and click on Events. welcome to purchase as many tickets or the Fitness office at (908) 889- Breast Cancer Foundation, Hospice as they wish. 8800, extension no. 224. of America, Ronald McDonald Westfield Adult School presents… Additionally, the event will feature House, the Crohn’s and Colitis trunk shows, guest authors and com- Foundation, the Valerie Fund, plimentary book signings, mini-mani- See it all on the Web! Lainie’s Angels, Children’s Special- Amadeus! ized Hospital, Parkinson’s Re- cures and hand massages, contests The Genius Exposed and children’s activities including www.goleader.com search, St. Michael’s Home for the visits by Big Apple Circus clowns st and superhero characters. On Monday, May 1 come hear The College Woman’s Club of David Wroe, Westfield Symphony May 2006 Events at the Westfield Memorial Library Westfield will be among the partici- Richard J. Kaplow, Esq. Orchestra’s Musical Director, give The Library will be closed on Sundays for the summer starting May 21. pants, with all proceeds from tickets a fascinating lecture about The Library will be closed on May 29. purchased through the club to be used “25 Years Experience” Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in Civil & Criminal Trial Lawyer to fund college scholarships for young preparation for the W.S.O.’s ADULT PROGRAMS women from Westfield. To order tick- all-Mozart program on May 13th. May 1 7:00 PM Great Decisions: Brazil* ets through the club, please send a May 2 10:00 AM Computer Class: Puzzled by the Internet I check for $5 per ticket made payable FFFAAAMILMILMILY LLY AAAWWW May 3 10:00 AM Computer Class: Genealogy to College Woman’s Club to CWC, Price, ($60/$55 senior), includes: · Divorce · Domestic Violence May 5 1:30 PM TGIF: Senior Resources on the Internet P.O. Box 2694, Westfield, N.J. 07091. May 9 10:00 AM Computer Class: Puzzled by the Internet II For more details, please contact ჶ Lecture at the Adult School · Custody · Child Support May 9 1 & 7 PM International Film Festival: Broken Wings [email protected] or visit Monday May 1, 7:30 – 9:00pm. May 11 7:00 PM Film and Director’s Discussion: Street Fight WestfieldToday.com/cwc. Westfield High School Also participating will be the May 12 1:30 PM TGIF: Grandma Moses Westfield Area “Y,” with ticket pro- · DWDWDWI · Criminal Defense ჶ Bronze-level seating at the concert May 16 10:00 AM Computer Class: Travel, Travel, Travel ceeds directly benefiting the · BusineBusineBusinessss DisputeDisputes s · CommerCommerCommercial LitigLitigcial aaationtiontion Saturday, May 13, 8:00 p.m. May 16 7:00 PM Concert: Heather Mulvey organization’s financial assistance The Presbyterian Church in Westfield May 19 1:30 PM TGIF: Miss Marple program. Admission tickets may be Former Assistant Union County Prosecutor May 23 10:00 AM Computer Class: Business and Investment Online purchased at the front desk of the ჶ Invitation to post-concert May 24 7:00 PM Lecture: Buying and Selling IT Businesses “Y”’s main facility at 220 Clark Street celebration at James Ward Mansion May 26 1:30 PM Visions of Aging in Westfield. For more information, CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS please call Julia Black at (908) 233- (908) 232-8787 Pre-registration is recommended 2700, extension no. 227, or e-mail May 2 10:00 AM Tots’ Storytime her at [email protected]. May 5 10:00 AM Baby Rhyme Time Tickets also may be purchased in 24 Hours · 53 Elm Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 May 6 10:00 AM Mother Goose Group support of the Jewish Community [email protected] richardjkaplow.com May 6, 13, 20, 27 10:00 AM Chess Center (JCC) of Central New Jersey’s (908) 232-4050 Restrictions regarding pre-registration or age may apply to some programs. WORSHIP SERVICES Catalogs (w/registration forms) are Call the library for further information. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE SOCIETY, WESTFIELD available at local libraries and online at * Program is offered through the Westfield Adult School. Fee is required. www.westfieldnj.com/adultschool. 1st and 3rd Sundays, 10:30 AM at the Christian Science Reading Room 550 East Broad Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 116 Quimby Street (Across from Robert Treat Delicatessen.) For reading room hours and other information: 908-232-3226. 908-789-4090 www.wmlnj.org “Great for Mother’s Day!” Christian Science Sentinel - Radio Edition SUNDAYS at 7 AM on WOR Radio (710 AM) Internet: www.nj.com/wor/audio April 30: Are Other People Doing Your Thinking for You? May 7: The Perfect God: A Good Place to Start for Healing in Our Lives Youth and Family Counseling Service May 14: Never Too Young to Hear God

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She also was Cranford died on Monday, April 17, Church of Cranford; a Girl Scout Joseph Pompilio, 84, Framer/Designer; Westfield, N.J. passed away on known for her keen wit and intense at Robert Wood Johnson-Rahway leader in Westfield and Cranford and Wednesday, April 19, 2006 at home. belief in issues that were important Hospital in Rahway. a member of the Rotary Women’s She was born in Westchester to her. Barbara enjoyed hiking in Born in Bayonne, she was raised Bowling Club and the Village Im- Had Been Army Hospital Ward Master County, N.Y. on April 27, 1927 and the Alps and skiing in Europe, as in Westfield, graduating from Eliza- provement Association of Cranford. Joseph M. Pompilio, 84, of daughters, Patricia Heinze of had lived in Westfield for many years. well as many places here in the beth General Nursing School in Surviving are a daughter, Joyce Plainfield died on Saturday, April 22, Piscataway and Connie Sheehan of Barbara was a graduate of United States. Mrs. Short also was Elizabeth in 1940. She had lived in Campos; a sister, Frances Perry, and at Muhlenberg Regional Medical Branchburg; a sister, Julie Stanislao; Middlebury College and received an accomplished swimmer and took Washington, D.C. for a short time a granddaughter, Cheryl Puorro, Center in Plainfield. seven grandchildren; three great- her master’s degree from part in many synchronized swim- before settling in Cranford, where with whom she lived. Born in Newark, he was raised in grandchildren; three step-grandchil- Swarthmore College. She was em- ming competitions. She will be she resided for over 50 years. A memorial service was held on Plainfield and had lived in Westfield dren and a step-great-grandson. ployed for many years as a research missed and remembered by many. A registered nurse, Mrs. Sordill Friday, April 21, at the Chapel of for five years before returning to A Mass of Christian Burial was librarian with ExxonMobil before A memorial service will be held had worked for her husband, Dr. Evergreen Cemetery in Hillside. Plainfield. offered yesterday, Wednesday, April her retirement in 1982 after 31 years at the Gray Funeral Home, 318 East Anthony Sordill, in his private prac- Arrangements were by the Dooley Mr. Pompilio had been employed 26, at the Holy Trinity Roman Catho- of service. Broad Street in Westfield, on Satur- tice in Cranford and for over 30 Funeral Home, 218 North Avenue, as a framer/designer with the Markay lic Church in Westfield. Entombment Barbara was predeceased by the day, April 29, 2006 at 2 p.m. In lieu years at Elizabeth General Medical West, in Cranford. Bag Company in Plainfield, retiring took place at Fairview Cemetery in love of her life, her husband, Abram of flowers, memorial donations may Center in Elizabeth before retiring. Memorial donations may be made in 1978 after more than 40 years with Westfield. T. Short, who died in 1994. Also be made to the environmental orga- Her husband, to whom she was mar- to the Homeless Animal Rescue the firm. Arrangements were by the Dooley deceased are her sister, Elizabeth nization of the donor’s choice. ried for more than 50 years, prede- Team, 231 North Avenue, West, No. He served in the United States Army Colonial Home, 556 Westfield Av- Herschel; her brother, John Barbara’s family would like to pub- ceased her in 1997. 156, Westfield, N.J. 07090. during World War II as a staff ser- enue in Westfield. Schobinger, and a nephew, George licly thank her caregivers at Over- Mrs. Sordill was a Sunday school April 27, 2006 geant and army hospital ward master Memorial donations may be made Herschel, 2nd. She leaves behind look Hospital, Runnells Specialized for the care of sick and wounded to the American Cancer Society, 507 her sister Trudi Battershall; 16 Hospital and Atlantic Hospice, es- Simone J. Mokrauer, 95, Was Devoted soldiers. Westminster Avenue, P.O. Box 815, nieces and nephews and a large num- pecially Pat Haran and her very spe- Surviving are his wife of 63 years, Elizabeth, N.J. 07207-0815. ber of close and caring friends. cial home care giver from Atlantic To Education and Pursuit of Knowledge Frances Ponturo Pompilio; two April 27, 2006 Mrs. Short was a great music lover Home Care, K.K. Go in peace. as well as a supporter of animal and April 27, 2006 Simone J. Mokrauer died peace- as well as nine grandchildren, 15 fully at her home in Oak Park, Ill. on great-grandchildren and four great- Friday, April 21, 2006 of cancer. She great grandchildren. Community/Area News had just returned from a trip to Jerusa- A graveside service was held on Black Achievers Banquet lem to celebrate her 95th birthday on Monday, April 24, at Cedar Park Cem- March 1 when her cancer was dis- etery in Paramus, N.J. In lieu of flow- covered. ers, she asked that donations be made Students, Faculty to Enter On Tap May 5 at L’Affaire Born in Strasbourg, France, Simone to the Alzheimer’s Association, 400 WESTFIELD – The Westfield can-American and other minority also had lived in Germany, England, Morris Avenue, Suite 251, Denville, Relay For Life May 19, 20 Area “Y” will host its eighth annual professionals as role models, the Scotland and Lebanon before mov- N.J. 07834. Black Achievers Fundraising and program aims to raise the academic ing to the United States in 1946. After Arrangements were by Menorah SCOTCH PLAINS – Students, staff Caregivers will also be honored with Recognition Banquet on Friday, May standards of young people, expose seven years in Manhattan and five Chapels at Millburn in Union. and faculty members, cancer survi- a special ceremony and lap in their 5, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at L’Affaire students to diverse career options years in Rochelle Park, N.J., she and April 27, 2006 vors, caregivers, family members, honor. The overnight event joins teams Fine Catering, 1099 Route 22, East, and inspire them to reach their goals. her family moved to Westfield, N.J., corporate sponsors, neighbors, indi- of 10 to 15 people who camp out at in Mountainside. The Westfield Area “Y” offers the where she lived for the next 45 years. Doris Eggleston, 78 viduals and relay teams will partici- community sites and take turns cir- United States Senator Frank program at its main facility, located In 2003 she retired to Holley Court Doris Kirk Eggleston, 78, of Rich- pate in the American Cancer Society cling a track or path to raise aware- Lautenberg of New Jersey will be at 220 Clark Street in Westfield, on Terrace in Oak Park, Ill. mond, Va. died on Saturday, April 22, Relay For Life of Scotch Plains on ness and funds to support cancer re- the keynote speaker. Dr. Noah Wednesday evenings from Septem- Simone was educated at the at Henrico Doctors’ Hospital in Rich- Friday, May 19, and Saturday, May search, education, advocacy and pa- Tennant, assistant principal at ber through June. Students in grades Sorbonne in Paris and dedicated her mond. 20, at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High tient services in the community. Westfield High School, will be the 5 through 8 meet from 6 to 7 p.m., life to French and German education Born and raised in Westfield, she School. Relay For Life opens as cancer special honoree. Dr. Tennant served while students in grades 9 through – as a teacher and a private tutor, graduated from Westfield High The event will be held from 7 p.m. survivors walk, run, or otherwise as a Black Achievers volunteer and 12 meet from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. traveling the world to sightsee and School in 1945. She lived in Rich- on May 19 to 7 a.m. on May 20. There move around the lawn for the first lap. mentor eight years ago. Participants have assisted in com- visit her many friends and her con- mond since 1979. will be a survivor lap at 7 p.m. and Highlighting the evening will be the Begun at the Harlem YMCA in munity events and service activities stantly expanding family. She was an Mrs. Eggleston had been a book- luminaria service at 9 p.m. on May 19. luminaria service held at nightfall to 1968, the Black Achievers Program such as the New Jersey Food Bank, inveterate reader and Scrabble player keeper for Children’s Specialized Since 1985, this community event honor cancer survivors and to re- focuses on building community part- Martin Luther King Service, the in French, German and English, and Hospital in Mountainside. has become a worldwide movement member loved ones lost to cancer. nerships in which young people are “Y”’s Men’s Tree Sale, a Pre-School in her constant effort to expand her She was a member of The Presby- that has spread to over 4,700 commu- In addition to the Scotch Plains encouraged to reach their full poten- Holiday Boutique and the “Y” Lunch horizons was an avid participant in terian Church in Westfield and the nities in the United States and in 19 event, the American Cancer Society tial in spirit, mind and body. By with Santa. various activities, most notably the Westminster Presbyterian Church of countries around the world. will host Relay For Life in 62 other matching youth with achieving Afri- The cost for this event is $75 per Great Books Program. Richmond, as well as the Canterbury Survivors of all ages will walk communities across New Jersey and person, with 10 percent of the pro- In Westfield, she was a member of Garden Club in Richmond. around the Scotch Plains-Fanwood 4,700 other communities across Mr. Evans to Present ceeds benefiting the Black Achiev- Le Petit Coin de France, the Westfield She was predeceased by her hus- track in a victory lap and friends will America. For more information, ers Scholarship Fund. The Black Historical Society and the Westfield band, John H. Eggleston, in 1996. honor loved ones lost to the disease in please call (800) ACS-2345 or visit Talk on Medicare D Achievers program is funded in large Community Players and hosted a Surviving are a daughter, Linda an evening candlelight vigil. www.cancer.org. SCOTCH PLAINS – Volunteer part by this annual banquet. group of former French students from Vernon, with whom she lived; a son, Senior Advocate Ed Evans will For more information on this event Kean University for more than 25 David Eggleston, and five grand- present an informational talk on and how to participate in this pro- years. In Oak Park, she attended meet- children. Nature Club Announces the Medicare D Drug Program at 1 gram, please call Amy Gantz at (908) ings of the French Club. Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. on p.m. on Monday, May 8, in the 233-2700, extension no. 252, or e- She was predeceased in 1980 by Saturday, April 29, at The Presbyterian Scotch Plains Public Library Com- mail her at [email protected]. her husband of 45 years, Bernhard Church in Westfield, 140 Mountain Meeting and Event Dates munity Room. Mokrauer, and is survived by her Avenue in Westfield. Burial will take MOUNTAINSIDE – The Greater to find as many bird species as pos- The final date to enroll without Junior Women Reveal three children, Margot Loewenstein place at Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. penalty for this program is Mon- of West Palm Beach, Fla., Tuny Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 Watchung Nature Club has revealed sible in New Jersey in 24 hours. For Wine and Cheese Event its calendar of upcoming activities, more details, please call the society at day, May 15, after which there is a Mokrauer (Dan Madden) of Oak to 9 p.m. tomorrow, Friday, April 28, 12 percent penalty per year for life. SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch Park, Ill. and Donald Mokrauer at the Dooley Funeral Home, 218 beginning with its monthly meeting (908) 204-8998. Plains Junior Woman’s Club will host on Tuesday, May 2, at 7:30 p.m. at the Additionally on May 13, the third Mr. Evans will explain the forms (Ellen Kirschner) of Westfield, N.J., North Avenue, West, in Cranford. of coverage available from several a New Member Wine and Cheese April 27, 2006 Courthouse of the Mountainside Walker Walk will be held at the De- event on Thursday, May 4, at 7 p.m. at Municipal Building, located off New serted Village in the Watchung Reser- approved Medicare D companies, Prayer to as well as how the actual program the Scotch Hills Country Club, lo- Open House to Be Held Providence Road just prior to the vation. Participants should turn left cated at Plainfield Avenue and Jerusa- The Blessed Virgin traffic light on Route 22. as they exit from Surprise Lake onto works for those with existing drug For Religious School coverage. Additionally, he will lem Road in Scotch Plains. PRAYER TO THE BLESSED Holly Hoffman will present pic- Glenside Avenue, then travel a short Guest speaker Jaime Novak will SCOTCH PLAINS – Temple tures of wildflowers taken during her distance and turn left again into the clarify who should and should not VIRGIN: (Never known to fail) enroll and share his expertise with present a humorous and informa- Oh most beautiful flower of Mount Sholom in Fanwood has invited mem- travels through the Italian, Austrian Deserted Village parking lot. tional workshop entitled “Cut the bers of the community to its religious and Swiss Alpine meadows. Other club activities for later in May audience members who have ques- Carmel, fruitful vine splendor of tions. Clutter and Store the Stuff.” Attend- heaven. Blessed Mother of the Son school open house on Sunday, May 7, On Saturday, May 6, Tom Halliwell will be announced. Guests are always ees also will have an opportunity to from 10 a.m. to noon at Union Catho- will lead a trip through the Kittatiny welcome at club meetings and on trips. This free program is open to all of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist area residents who have Medicare meet and socialize with current mem- me in my necessity. Oh, Star of the lic High School, located at 1600 Valley Rails-and-Trails State Park to bers and learn about club activities. Martine Avenue in Scotch Plains. view wildlife and learn the railroad’s A and B. The Scotch Plains Public Sea, help me show me herein, you Musical Drama to Tell Library is located at 1927 Bartle The club seeks to provide women are my mother. Oh Holy Mary, The program will include a presen- history. Participants will meet at 8 a.m. with opportunities to socialize, make tation by Rabbi Joel Abraham and at the south side Fanwood train station. Of Moses and Exodus Avenue. For further information Mother of God, Queen of Heaven or directions, please call the li- friends and make a difference in their and Earth! I humbly beseech you Director of Education Michelle The club’s second Walker Walk FANWOOD – During the Fanwood community. Shapiro Abraham, as well as a tour of will take place on Sunday, May 7, at brary at (908) 322-5007 or visit from the bottom of my heart to Presbyterian Church’s regular 10 a.m. www.scotlib.org. Members can be as active as they succor me in this necessity. There the religious school. The school fea- Lenape Park on Springfield Avenue service of worship on Sunday, April wish. Club endeavors have included are none that can withstand your tures such aspects as family, congre- in Cranford, in the parking lot of the 30, the combined Westminster, Cel- Mobile Meals, hosting the township power. Oh, show me herein you are gational and adult education; art, mu- former Trap and Skeet Range. Birding ebration and Cherub Choirs of the Light The Night Walk Easter Egg Hunt, a spelling bee and my mother. Oh Mary, conceived sic and dance specialists; a small stu- will begin at 7 a.m., with coffee and church will present Moses and the Set May 6 In Westfield a coat drive, among other events. The without sin, pray for us who have dent/teacher ratio; an integrated pro- pastries to follow at 9 a.m. Freedom Fanatics. club also holds social events such as recourse to thee. Holy Mother, I gram for children with special needs, The New Jersey Audubon Society’s A musical drama by Hal Hopson, it WESTFIELD – The Leukemia and women’s nights out and family fun place this cause in your hands (3X). and hands-on interactive learning. Big Day of Birding is scheduled for tells the Old Testament story of Moses Lymphoma Society’s Northern New days. For more details on the wine Holy Spirit, you who solve all prob- To respond for the open house or to Saturday, May 13. Individuals are and the Exodus from Egypt. This Jersey Chapter will hold a “Light The and cheese event, please call lems, light all roads so that I can speak with Mrs. Abraham, please call invited to support the society with a humorous play, complete with frogs, Night Walk” fundraiser for the first Josephine Walsh at (908) 889-5109 attain my goal. You who gave me (908) 889-4900. monetary pledge or by joining a team lice, flies and fleas, will be sung and time in downtown Westfield on Sat- or email [email protected]. the divine gift to forgive and forget spoken in modern day language and urday, May 6. All are welcome to all evil against me and that in all is designed to appeal to school age participate. instances in my life you are with children through adults. Robert A parade of flickering red and white Rosary Altar Society me. I want in this short prayer to Hillside Cemetery Gangewere, Jr., the church’s Minister balloons will wind two to three miles To Gather on May 1 thank you for the things as you of Music, is the organizer, director through downtown Westfield. Can- SCOTCH PLAINS – The St. confirm once again that I never and accompanist. cer survivors will carry white bal- Bartholomew’s Rosary Altar Soci- want to be separated from you in All are invited to attend. The church loons, while other participants will ety will meet on Monday, May 1, eternal glory. Thank you for your Scotch Plains is located at the corner of Martine and carry red balloons. following the 7:30 p.m. Mass, No- mercy towards me and mine. The LaGrande Avenues in Fanwood and Check-in will begin at 5:30 p.m. vena and May Crowning of the person must say this prayer three 908.756.1729 is wheelchair-accessible. Childcare that day at the Westfield train Blessed Mother at St. Bartholomew consecutive days. After three days, is provided for youngsters in pre- station’s South Avenue entrance, with the Apostle Roman Catholic the request will be granted. This www.hillsidecemetery.com kindergarten and younger. For more the walk getting underway at 7 p.m. Church, 2032 Westfield Avenue in prayer must be published after the information, please call the church The event also will include music Scotch Plains. favor is granted. V.T. office at (908) 889-8891. and refreshments. The society hopes The meeting will include instal- to raise a minimum of $100 per lation of new officers and the walker to support its goals, which group’s Annual Birthday Party. All include fighting leukemia, lym- women of the parish are invited to Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. phoma, Hodgkin’s disease and my- attend and refreshments will be eloma and improving the quality of served. life for patients and their families. Anyone wishing to organize a team, Caring & Courteous Service to the become a corporate or community DDR to Make Return sponsor or to volunteer behind the Cranford / Westfield Area Since 1913 scenes is asked to contact Kisha Achoe To Library on May 2 at the Northern New Jersey Chapter FANWOOD – Dance Dance Revo- at (908) 654-9445 or [email protected]. lution (DDR) will return to the Westfield Fanwood Memorial Library on Tues- 556 Westfield Avenue day, May 2, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. It will Nunsense to Benefit be open that night to all in the com- 233-0255 munity who want to learn to dance. WF Library Friends A music video arcade game, DDR John L. Dooley WESTFIELD – The Friends of is typically played on a dance pad Manager the Westfield Memorial Library with four arrow panels. These panels NJ License # 4100 have invited area residents to a ben- are pressed using the players’ feet in efit performance of Dan Goggin’s response to arrows that appear on the Nunsense by the Westfield Com- screen in front of them. The arrows munity Players at 1000 North Av- are synchronized to the general enue, West, in Westfield on Friday, rhythm or beat of a song and success May 12. The pre-show party will is dependent on the player’s ability to Cranford begin at 7 p.m., with the curtain time his or her steps. rising at 8 p.m. This DDR event will feature games, 218 North Avenue Tickets are $35. Checks may be competitions, prizes and refresh- 276-0255 made payable to Friends of the ments. The library is located at North Library and sent to Letty Hudak, Avenue and Tillotson Road. For more Charles V. Dooley 409 Harrison Avenue, Westfield, information, please call Nancy Manager N.J. 07090. Individuals should in- Kipping at (908) 322-6400. clude their name, address, tele- NJ License # 3703 phone number, the number of tick- ets needed and the amount enclosed. See it all on the Web! For more details, please call (908) 233-6233. www.goleader.com A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 27, 2006 Page 9 THE STUDENT VIEW Communication Between The weekly column written by local high school students PTC, School Leaders Is Vital

By Mary Thompson and Fine Arts Committee continues to During Violent Rumors, President, Westfield Parent-Teacher Council successfully promote Youth Art Month, I am very proud to be a part of the and Louise Dedea, our PANDA (Pre- Parent Teacher Council (PTC), which is vention Awareness of Narcotics, Drugs WHS Achieves ‘Normalcy’ an umbrella organization that oversees and Alcohol) chair, is reaching such By NEIL FITZPATRICK was the absence simply out of a de- the activities of all Westfield school’s heights as to discuss its role in our cur- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times sire for a day off? After all, who Parent Teacher Organizations. Our goals riculum. Our Special Education Com- Rumors of threats caused a stir at would say no to a day off? Why did I include: coordinating the activities of mittee, guided by Fee Butrick, Annie the high school this April 20 when the not take the day off? What, exactly, the individual parent-teacher groups, Corley-Hand and Maryann Gingrich, significance of the date was realized was the right thing to do? promoting a liaison between the parents has generated increased interest and at- as both the anniversary of Columbine All of the questions seemed to boil and the schools and promoting the wel- tendance at their evening presentations, and Hitler’s birthday. Many kids down to the basic issue of fear and fare of children and youth. led by experienced professionals. missed school as word of a possible how we allow it to govern our lives. It We meet twice a month at the Board It’s been a privilege to work with this shooting spread. seems logical that if one were to stay of Education administration building dynamic group of individuals, as well as As I sat in school last Thursday home on such a day as last Thursday, SCIENCE NON FICTION…Winners at the Park Middle School 2006 Science to review district-wide projects, where with all of the PTO/PTSO Presidents. As taking notes in half-empty class a day which with the added police Fair include: Disha Rao, Dylan Sands, Justin Glock, Gregory Kashmer, Elise Dr. William Foley and our BOE presi- a relatively small group of individuals, it rooms, I found myself becoming an- force was most likely the safest day Ringel, Samantha Renfree, Madeline Krema, Bobby Evans and Sonali Kamath. dent and vice president provide us with is quite rewarding to experience the gry with my teachers for punishing of the year, then one would have to be an update of their activities. This forum substantive achievements, which have those students who showed up with a absent every other day of the year as not only provides an excellent opportu- benefited the Westfield students at all, seemingly endless stream of work. I well. After all, what is to stop a con- nity for parent representatives to be- grade levels. I am grateful that we have felt I should have been rewarded sim- spirator from changing the date of the come informed about what’s happen- such a dedicated and dynamic group of ply for my attendance on such an action to a less conspicuous one? ing in our school district, but also pro- community leaders to represent us. unusual and originally anxious day. However, the notion of missing vides an opportunity for dialogue be- The Parent Teachers Council also es- This desire manifested itself again every day because of what-if sce- tween our parents, the superintendent tablishes scholarships for graduating when I heard that one fourth of narios is not only irrational but also of schools, and our BOE representa- seniors at Westfield High School. Last Westfield High School had stayed impossible. Instead, life would have tives, who are eager to receive feedback year, 18 students received scholarships home on April 20. Why? Was it out of to go on as normal with the knowl- and hear about our parents’ and stu- totaling $33,500. The PTC supports our genuine fear of a rumor with seem- edge of such a grim possibility ever dents’ real life experiences. students in many ways – through these ingly no basis other than the violent present but not hindering daily func- We strongly encourage our parent scholarships, our active role on commit- significance of the date? Whose fear tions in any way. Normalcy is, in fact, community to become PTC repre- tees, and through communication with was it, the parents’ or the child’s? Or what went on April 20 at the high sentatives, attend these meetings or other parents and the school administra- school, and originally what bothered be involved with the many commit- tion in a community where education me so much until I recognized it as a tees the PTC supports. continues to be a high priority. WF’s Michael Agresta positive thing. The vitality of these committees Named Kean Scholar The normalcy showed that the fac- may be measured by their accom- Taylor Swaak Lauded ulty and kids would not allow fear to plishments. The Bikers, Runners, and WESTFIELD – Kean University’s Kids are Entitled to Safety (BRAKES) In State Essay Contest New Jersey Center for Science, Tech- dominate routine and, thereby, took away its power to divide. committee, headed up by Sara SCOTCH PLAINS –Taylor Swaak, nology and Mathematics Education Strohecker and Deirdre Gelinne, con- a fifth-grade student at Park Middle (NJCSTME) awarded 41 full-tuition Neil is a sophomore at Westfield High School. MUSIC TO HER EARS…Karen Yula, a Jefferson School music teacher and this tinues to address school safety issues, School in Scotch Plains, is one of 75 scholarships to first-year students, year’s Westfield Rotary Club’s Philhower Fellowship winner, concludes an promotes “Walk to School Day” and semifinalists chosen out of 7,000 New including Michael Agresta, a 2005 instructional lesson prior to a surprise visit by Superintendent of Schools William is currently working on the idea of Jersey students who participated in graduate of Westfield High School. Romano Makes Dean’s Foley, announcing her selection for the annual elementary teacher of the year “Walking School Buses” in conjunc- the Letters about Literature essay Of the 277 scholarships awarded, List at Wash. College award. tion with the town. contest administered through New 143 foundation scholarships totaling Merry Wisler and Julie Tarr took the Jersey schools in November 2005. $265,000 were presented, constitut- WESTFIELD – Washington Col- Karen Yula Garners lead of our Budget Task Force. With Taylor wrote to J.K. Rowling about ing the largest numbers of their kind lege in Chestertown, Md. announced their group diligently working this year the Harry Potter series. in the history of the university. its Dean’s List for the fall 2005 se- to “get the vote out,” the results of the The awards ceremony will be held The endowed foundation scholar- mester. Philhower Fellowship election prove their efforts paid off. on Monday, May 15 at the Governor’s ships are awarded to students based Westfield resident Christine Under our Educational Studies Com- Mansion in Princeton. on a variety of requirements, such as Romano, a senior, earned Dean’s List WESTFIELD – Karen Yula, music loves and continues to love after all mittee, the School Nutritional Aware- The Letters about Literature con- SAT score, GPA and/or financial need. distinction. She is the daughter of Mr. teacher at Jefferson School in these 29 years.” ness Council (SNAC), chaired by Sara test is run by the Center for the Book Foundation scholarships are also and Mrs. Nicholas Romano. Chris- Westfield, is the 2006 recipient of the The Philhower Fellowship was McKeown and Lisa Bleich, has infil- from the Library of Congress. Stu- awarded to students who are enrolled tine is majoring in Human Develop- Westfield Rotary Club’s Philhower established in 1993 by the Rotary trated our schools not only with infor- dents are asked to write a letter to an in a specific degree program, have ment. Fellowship in recognition of outstand- Club to honor former Westfield mation about healthy eating, but at author explaining how that book or graduated from a particular high Students who made the Dean’s List ing teaching at the elementary school Educator and Rotarian Charles Westfield High School, SNAC has been work affected the student. Entries are school or are of a non-traditional achieved a grade point average of 3.4 level. Philhower and to recognize the im- successful in identifying nutritional food first sent to the national office for an college age. or higher for the semester. Nancy Jackson, president of the portance of teaching in the elemen- choices with the “SNAC” label. initial round of judging. New Jersey’s Rotary Club, presented Ms. Yula with tary grades. This is the first year In recent years, educational initiatives teachers and school librarians sent the award at the Rotary Club lun- that the award is designated for a included a review of our technology 7000 entries. Only about one percent cheon on April 25, at which Ms. Yula special area teacher in the Westfield needs and the organization of our guid- of the 7000 entries became semifinal- UPCOMING FREE was the guest of honor. She will also public schools. ance counselor departments. Our Music ists. be honored at a reception at Jefferson School on May 2 at 7:30 p.m. prior to Westfield BOE to Hear DIVORCE SEMINAR the Board of Education meeting. Ms. Yula has been with the Enrollment Suggestions Westfield Public Schools for her en- WESTFIELD – The Westfield The Family Law Department of the Cranford law tire 29-year teaching career, begin- Board of Education will receive a firm of Dughi & Hewit, P.C. is pleased to announce ning at the former Grant School and report from the Citizens Advisory then teaching at Wilson and Wash- Committee on Enrollment (CACE) at that a free three part divorce seminar will be ington Schools for several years. In its meeting to be held Tuesday, May conducted April 27th, May 4th and May 11, 2006. The addition, she taught at Roosevelt In- 2, at 8:30 p.m. in Jefferson School, seminars will take place at the Short Hills Hilton. termediate School for one year. She is 1200 Boulevard. one of the directors of the All-City The report will consist of the Chorus, a Westfield elementary school committee’s recommendations on Following the initial presentation each evening, auditioned group. dealing with the enrollment imbal- Her interest in teaching and in music ances at the elementary and interme- there will be opportunity to ask questions of the extends beyond the school day. In the diate levels in the district. The public panelists both on a group basis and individually. summer, Ms. Yula offers a music- is welcomed to attend. The business enrichment program for third, fourth meeting will directly follow a 7:30 In addition, all attendees shall receive a free ½ hour and fifth graders through a group p.m. celebration in honor of Jefferson office consultation at a subsequent date. called Artists Performing and Enter- School’s music teacher, Karen Yula, taining. She is also a fully certified who is the 2006 Westfield Rotary yoga instructor in the area and incor- Philhower Fellowship recipient. Reservations are required but no names are needed. porates yogic skills in the classroom. A graduate of Kean College, she holds Business If you feel you have interest and can benefit from a degree in vocal and instrumental attending one or all three of the seminars, you may music K-12. Embroidery Design contact the law firm at (908) 272-0200. In accepting the award, Ms. Yula said she “feels blessed to do what she Of The Week The seminar will be presented by the Chair of the FW Student Named firm’s Family Law Department, Mario C. Gurrieri, To Marist Dean’s List Esq., who has 34 years of experience in the field. FANWOOD – Bryan Smith of He will be accompanied by his two partners, Fanwood was named to the Marist College Dean’s List for the fall 2005 Richard A. Outhwaite, Esq. and April L. Katz, Esq. semester. 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Note: The class WILL NOT 144 GRAND STREET, JERSEY CITY, NJ 07302 MEET at Westfield High 201.434.4400 „ WWW.SPPREP.ORG School May 1st Page 10 Thursday, April 27, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Free Tech. Educ. Offered To High School Students SCOTCH PLAINS – The Union UC Tech courses, graduates can also County Vocational-Technical High earn tuition-free college credits. UC School, located on Raritan Road in Vo-Tech graduates are prepared to Scotch Plains, will offer free techni- directly enter the workforce or con- cal education to high school sopho- tinue their education in approved ap- mores, juniors and seniors on a shared- prenticeship programs or at two- or time basis for the 2005-2006 school four-year colleges. year. Shared-time means that students UC Tech is currently accepting attend their home high school for part shared-time applications for the 2006- of the day, taking required academics 2007 school year. To receive an appli- and Union County Vo-Tech for the cation or learn more about how to remainder of the day, majoring in a enroll a child in UC Tech, call (908) SEND AN SOS…The School One Service (“S.O.S”) Parent-Teacher Association technical program. 889-8288, extension no. 341. (PTA) Committee recently sponsored a food drive to benefit Union County social Each year, hundreds of Union services. Students were asked to contribute specific non-perishable food items by County public high school students grade. This is the latest in a series of service projects sponsored by S.O.S. In SP’s School One February, students participated in a Valentine’s project in which they made more choose to begin their professional than 300 Valentine’s cards for seniors in Ashbrook Nursing Home, Brookside careers while in high school by en- Students Think Purple rolling in one of UC Vo-Tech’s pro- Nursing Home and Meals-On-Wheels. Pictured with donated food items, from left SCOTCH PLAINS –Students PURPLE PEOPLE EATERS…Pictured wearing purple, from left to right, are to right, are Stephen Scarcella, Maddie Bebout, Sam Bebout, Caleb Chiariello, gram areas. Stephen Crawford, Angelina DiCataldo, Gabriella Rojas, Maggie Richard, Sarah Sarah Bowles and Bella Bernardo. Students can choose from a variety from School One in Scotch Plains enjoyed a variety of activities dur- Fischmann, Gabriella Azanedo, Angelina Pizzutiello, Marco Rodrigues, Celia of technical programs, including: Al- Phansalkar and Derek Phansalkar. lied Health, Auto Collision, Auto ing “Think Purple Week” in April. SP’S Park Middle School Technology, Baking, Building Trades Students were given a purple Technology, Carpentry/Construction, bracelet to wear throughout the week Trailside to Hold Teacher Child Development, Commercial Art, to remind them that they have the Holds Third Science Fair Computer Aided Drafting and De- power to choose how they care for SCOTCH PLAINS –Rockets, gum- growth. Elise Ringel, Samantha sign, Computer Repair, Cosmetol- their bodies; the children also made Workshop Today, April 27 drops and fizzing soda were some of Renfree and Madeline Krema won ogy, Criminal Justice, Culinary Arts, unique “I am special” dolls that the attractions at the third annual Sci- second prize by developing a method Electrical Technology, Horticulture, were displayed throughout the halls MOUNTAINSIDE – “Project ready for k-12 students. Lessons in ence Fair at Park Middle School in to visualize sound waves generated Graphic Communications, Masonry, of school. WET,” a teacher-training workshop the guide are correlated to New Jersey Scotch Plains. Students from fifth to by slamming doors. Third prize went Office Occupations, Office Systems Students wore crazy socks to for adults ages 18 and older, will be Core Curriculum Content Standards. eighth grades used scientific prin- to Dylan Sands and Justin Glock for Technology, Supermarket Technol- school for “Sock it to Drugs” day, held at Trailside Nature and Sci- Pre-registration is required for this ciples to explore questions of phys- an engineering-related study on the ogy and Welding. participated in a district-wide “wear ence Center, located at 452 New workshop and space is limited. The ics, botany and other areas. strength of domes. Along with classroom/shop train- purple” day, brought healthy snacks Providence Road in Mountainside, fee is $25 per person and includes the The fair was sponsored by the Park “There was a lot of original thinking ing, UC Vo-Tech offers programs like to school and enjoyed a surprise today, Thursday, April 27, from 9 Project WET curriculum and activity Middle School Parent-Teacher Asso- and creative exploration shown in these school-to-work and internships where treat from the Parent-Teacher Asso- a.m. to 3 p.m. guide. Light refreshments will be ciation (PTA) and judged by volun- projects,” said Park Assistant Princi- students gain real-world experience. ciation Chemical Dependency This workshop will provide the served during morning registration. teers from Merck & Co. pal Kevin Holloway. “I’m very proud By successfully completing specific Awareness Committee. necessary tools, resources and lessons Participants are encouraged to bring In the seventh and eighth grades, of these students, and impressed by for teachers to utilize in the classroom a lunch. first prize went to Bobby Evans, who their initiative and natural curiosity.” to teach future leaders about the For information on the Project WET studied the effects of various nutrients WF’s Liebesman Leads importance of water in everyday life. teacher training workshop or for on the growth of philodendron plants. Bennett Named to NW Formal and informal educators are information on upcoming spring or Gregory Kashmer took second place. invited to join Hazel England, director summer programs and special events at He studied the acidity of various bev- University Dean’s List Group to Assist New Orleans of outreach and education for the Trailside, call (908) 789-3670 or visit erages by soaking tarnished pennies in WESTFIELD – Alison Bennett of Great Swamp Watershed Association, us on the web at www.ucnj.org/trailside. Westfield, a student in the School of WESTFIELD – During the week majority of the Georgetown Law and Trailside naturalists Ruth them. Among sixth graders, Disha Rao of March 6, Yvette Joy Liebesman, students, volunteered with the Pro was awarded first prize for a study of Communications at Northwestern Yablonsky and Joe Filo for a day of Obiajulu Recognized University, was named to the Dean’s the daughter of Bill and Stella Bono Project of New Orleans. Stu- interactive, educational and hands- carbonation in soda. Liebesman of Westfield, led a group dents were assigned clients who First prize among fifth graders went List for the winter quarter of the 2005- on activities focusing on water as a At Annual Honors Day 2006 academic year. of 25 Georgetown University Law needed to clear the title to family valuable resource. WESTFIELD – Georgia Southern to Sonali Kamath, who studied the Center students on a pro bono trip to property through the succession effects of different fertilizers on grass She recently completed a market- Participants in the “Project WET” University students were recently rec- ing internship with Break Thru Films, New Orleans, providing legal and (probate) process in order to re- workshop will work cooperatively to ognized at the annual Honors Day PUBLIC NOTICE a documentary film production com- physical assistance to victims of Hur- ceive financial assistance available discover the properties of water in ceremony. Lucy Obiajulu of Westfield ricane Katrina. from Federal Emergency Manage- TOWN OF WESTFIELD pany located in New York City. Alison, “Water Olympics,” study the effects is listed among the Who’s Who BOARD OF EDUCATION a 2003 graduate of Westfield High Ms. Liebesman arranged for the ment Agency (FEMA) for rebuild- of heat energy on water in “Molecules Among Students in American Uni- law students to volunteer with sev- ing family homes. NOTICE TO BIDDERS School, is the daughter of John and in Motion,” and learn mapping and versities and Colleges. Individual Faith Bennett. eral projects related to the Hurri- This involved contacting clients and graphing skills in “Poison Pump.” awards were presented to 216 stu- Sealed proposals will be received by the cane Katrina relief efforts. One set family members, retrieving deeds and Board of Education of the Westfield School Students on the Dean’s List at Each participant will receive the dents at the annual Honors Day cer- District, Union County, New Jersey, at the Northwestern University have at- of students worked with Associa- other necessary records, and begin- Project WET curriculum and activity emony. Inductees into various honor Board of Education, 302 Elm Street, tained a grade point average of at tion of Community Organizations ning the succession filings. A third guide with more than 90 societies were also recognized. Westfield, New Jersey, for the following for Reform Now (ACORN), gutting Georgetown Law group volunteered supplies, equipment or services: least 3.75 out of a 4.0. interdisciplinary activities and damaged houses to their frames so with Rainbow/PUSH, where they fo- lessons, teacher-tested and classroom- Area Students Named BID FOR: that the homes could be rebuilt. A cused on voters’ rights issues in the B07-08 CUSTODIAN SUPPLIES FOR PUBLIC NOTICE upcoming city election, and researched Scholarship Winners THE 2006-2007 SCHOOL YEAR second group, consisting of the BOROUGH OF FANWOOD housing and education difficulties en- WF Junior Takes Part AREA – Officials of the National BIDS DUE: IN THE COUNTY OF UNION PUBLIC NOTICE countered by dislocated citizens. Merit Scholarship Corporation have MAY 25, 2006 AT 2:00 PM BOND ORDINANCE In Academic Bowl STATEMENTS AND SUMMARY BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Ms. Liebesman is a fourth-year announced outstanding high school The bids will be received at the Admin- PLANNING BOARD evening student at Georgetown Uni- WESTFIELD – On April 24, the senior recipients for merit scholar- istration Building, 302 Elm Street, The Ordinance, the summary terms of Mountain Lakes High School Aca- Westfield, New Jersey 07090, on the date which are included herein, has been finally Please take notice that on June 28, versity Law Center, and expects to ship awards. and at the time indicated, and then publicly adopted by the Governing Body of the 2006 at 7:30 PM at the Fanwood Borough graduate with honors on May 21, demic Bowl Team won the Na- Winners include Rosalie Yan of opened and read aloud. BOROUGH OF FANWOOD, in the County Hall, located at 75 North Martine Avenue, 2006. She has accepted a clerkship tional Championship in a competi- Mountainside and Yue Zhu of Bids must be in strict compliance with of Union, State of New Jersey, on April 26, Fanwood, New Jersey the Planning Board offer from the Judge Helen Hoens of tion sponsored by Gallaudet Uni- Westfield. Rosalie is a student at Ber- specifications. Specifications may be se- 2006 and the twenty day (20) day period of will hold a hearing on the application of the versity in Washington D.C. The cured from, Purchasing Office 302 Elm limitation within which a suit, action of undersigned. The property in question is the New Jersey Superior Court, Ap- keley Heights’ Governor Livingston Street, Westfield, New Jersey 07090 (908) proceeding questioning the validity of such located at: 150 North Avenue, Fanwood, pellate Division. team consists of five players, in- High School. Yue is a student at 789-4407. Bids must be made on the ordinance can be commenced, as pro- New Jersey, also known as Block 51 Lot cluding Erick Hoens, a junior, of Westfield High School. Both students’ proposal forms in the manner designated. vided in the Local Bond Law, has begun to 22.01, as shown on the Fanwood Tax Westfield. probable career field is medicine. Proposals must be endorsed on the out- run from the date of the first publication of Map, owned by Anna Maria Pochtar. The competition showcased the side of the sealed envelope, with the name this statement. Copies of the full ordi- The applicant requests an Addition See it all on the Web! Scholars were selected from stu- of the bidder, the bidder’s address and nance are available at no cost and during and Alteration, which is in violation of Sec- 10 regional champions and run- dents who advanced to the finalist the name of the supplies, equipment, or regular business hours, at the Clerk’s of- tion 184-109E(5) of the Fanwood Land www.goleader.com ners-up from more than 150 teams level in the National Merit Scholar- services for which the bid is submitted. It fice for members of the general public who Use Code. Variance Requested: Side yard; across the nation. is understood and agreed that proposals request the same. The summary of the Required: 15 feet; Present: 14.5 feet; Pro- ship Program and met the criteria of may be delivered before the time or at the terms of such bond ordinance follows: posed: 13 feet. their scholarship sponsors. place specified for opening. The Board of The applicant requests an Addition TITLE: AN ORDINANCE AU- Most corporate-sponsored schol- Education assumes no responsibility for and Alteration, which is in violation of Sec- THORIZING THE EXECUTION arships are renewable for up to four bids mailed or misdirected in delivery. tion 184-109E(9) of the Fanwood Land OR ACKNOWLEDGMENT The Board of Education of the Town of Use Code. Variance Requested: Building years of college undergraduate study AND DELIVERY BY THE BOR- Westfield, in Union County, New Jersey, Coverage; Required: 20%; Present: and range from $500 to $10,000 per OUGH OF FANWOOD (THE reserves the right to accept or reject any 16.5%; Proposed: 24.2%. “MUNICIPALITY”) OF CER- Legal Advertising year. Others provide a single pay- and/or all bids for the whole or any part and The applicant will also seek such other TAIN LEASE AGREEMENTS ment between $2,500 and $5,000. waive any informalities in the interest of relief as may be determined necessary at IN RELATION TO THE UNION the Board of Education. No bid may be the public hearing based upon review of Recipients can use the awards at a COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AU- withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days the application or amendment(s) to the MORE IN BACK SECTION regionally accredited United States THORITY ISSUANCE OF after the date set for the opening thereof. application. GENERAL OBLIGATION college or university of their choice. Bidding shall be in conformance with the The file pertaining to this application LEASE REVENUE BONDS, applicable requirements of is available for public inspection during SERIES 2006 (CAPITAL PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE N.J.S.A.18A:18A-1 et.seq., pertaining to normal business hours (9 AM - 2 PM, EQUIPMENT AND INFRA- the “Public School Contracts Law”. Tuesday through Friday) from the Secre- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS check made payable to the TOWNSHIP before execution of their respective Con- STRUCTURE LEASE PRO- Bidders are required to comply with the tary of the Planning Board at the Adminis- OF SCOTCH PLAINS in an amount equal tracts as explained in the Contract Docu- GRAM). NOTICE TO BIDDERS requirements of Affirmative Action Regu- tration Office of the Borough of Fanwood to 10% of the amount of the total bid, but ments. lations of P.L. 1975, C.127, (NJAC 17:27). Purpose(s): Acquisition of capital equip- at 75 Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New NOTICE is hereby given that sealed not exceeding $20,000. Bidders are required to comply with all BIDDERS NOTE: Each bid shall be ment and infrastructure improvements as Jersey. bids will be received by the TOWNSHIP The bid shall be accompanied by a Cer- relevant Federal and State Statutes, Rules accompanied by a bid bond, cashier’s set forth in an exhibit to the ordinance. Any interested party may appear at OF SCOTCH PLAINS (hereinafter called tificate of Surety on the form included in and Regulations including but not limited check or certified check made payable to Appropriation: $352,265. said hearing and participate therein in the “Owner”) for: the Contract Documents, from a surety to the applicable provisions of Title VI of accordance with the Rules of the Fanwood the Westfield Board of Education, for ten Bonds/Notes Authorized: None SCOTCH HILLS COUNTRY CLUB company licensed to do business in the the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended Planning Board. percent (10%) of the amount of the total Section 20 Costs: None MINIATURE GOLF COURSE State of New Jersey, which shall repre- (42 USC 2000d-2000D-4A), the discrimi- bid, however, not to exceed $20,000. Useful Life: Not to exceed 15 years Applicant(s): sent that the surety company will provide nation and affirmative action provisions of By order of the Town of Westfield Board Eleanor McGovern Nicholaos S. Galakis and Sealed bids for the above named Con- the Contractor with the required bonds in N.J.S.A. 10:2-1 through 10:2-4, the New of Education, Union County, New Jersey. Municipal Clerk Anna Maria Pochtar/Galakis tract, which comprises the installation of the sums required in the Contract Docu- Jersey Law against Discrimination, Robert A. Berman Borough of Fanwood 150 North Avenue storm drainage pipe and structures and ments and in a form satisfactory to the N.J.S.A. 10:5-1, et seq., the rules and Board Secretary County of Union, New Jersey Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 site lighting, construction of an asphalt Owner’s Attorney and in compliance with regulations promulgated pursuant thereto, 1 T - 4/27/06, The Leader Fee: $52.02 1 T - 4/27/06, The Times Fee: $41.82 1 T - 4/27/06, The Times Fee: $39.27 parking lot, curb and retaining walls and the requirements of law. the State requirement for bidders to sup- design/build services to construct an 18- Bidders must use the prepared bid form, ply statements of ownership (N.J.S.A. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE hole miniature golf course as shown on which is contained in the Contract Docu- 52:25-24.2) and the State requirement for the plans and specified herein. The project ments. Each individual proposal must be submission of the names and addresses includes construction of a miniature golf separately enclosed in a sealed envelope of certain subcontractors (N.J.S.A. 40A:11- 2006 MUNICIPAL BUDGET course, parking lot, storm drainage, site addressed to the Township Clerk, Munici- 16). lighting, fencing and other improvements pal Building, 430 Park Ave, Scotch Plains, The Contract Documents may be exam- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS at SCOTCH HILLS COUNTRY CLUB in New Jersey 07076 marked on the outside ined and obtained at the Office of the the Township of Scotch Plains, Union with the number of the contract and name Engineers, Hatch Mott MacDonald, 27 County, New Jersey, will be received at of the project being bid on. Bleeker Street, Millburn, New Jersey, be- COUNTY OF UNION the TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS No bids will be received after the time tween the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Municipal Building, 430 Park Ave, Scotch and date specified, and no bids will be Specifications will be mailed upon receipt FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR ENDING Plains, New Jersey 07076 on May 12, received by mail. The Owner shall award of the cost of the plans plus $50.00 for first- 2006 at 10:00 a.m. prevailing time, at the Contract or reject all bids within 60 class U.S. postal service, postage and DECEMBER 31, 2006 which time they will be publicly unsealed days of bid opening, except that the bids of handling. Prospective bidders will be is- and the contents publicly announced. any bidders who consent thereto may, at sued plans and specifications upon pay- Revenue and Appropriation Summaries The work generally includes the furnish- the request of the Owner, be held for ment of a fee of $75.00 for each set of full- ing of all labor, materials and equipment consideration for such longer period as sized drawings with specifications. Indi- SUMMARY OF REVENUES ANTICIPATED necessary to complete the work as shown may be agreed. vidual full-sized sheets of drawings will be 2006 2005 on the Drawings and as described in the The Owner will evaluate bids and any available at $2.50 per sheet on forty-eight Specifications. General site work includes 1. Surplus $2,175,000.00 $1,860,000.00 award will be made to the lowest, respon- (48) hours notice. Payment must be made site clearing, excavation and backfill, storm sive, responsible bidder. The Owner re- by business check and shall be made out 2. Total Miscellaneous Revenues $5,614,335.33 $5,687,771.10 drainage, plumbing and electrical work, serves the right to reject any or all bids and to Hatch Mott MacDonald. 3. Receipts from Delinquent Taxes $500,000.00 $480,000.00 paving, site lighting, grading, construction to waive minor informalities or irregulari- If the Contract is awarded, no refunds 4. Local Tax for Municipal Purposes $13,723,212.44 $12,968,928.30 of a miniature golf course and general ties in bids received. will be given. If for any reason the Contract Total General Revenues $22,012,547.77 $20,996,699.40 construction as described in the contract All bid security except the security of the is not awarded, refunds will be made to documents. The work consists of the in- three apparent lowest responsible bidders bidders pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-24(b) FINAL stallation of storm drainage pipe and struc- shall be returned, unless otherwise re- when the Contract Documents are re- SUMMARY OF APPROPRIATIONS 2006 BUDGET 2005 BUDGET tures and site lighting, construction of an quested by the bidder, within ten (10) days turned in reasonable condition within 90 1. Operating Expenses: Salaries & Wages $8,639,169.00 $8,243,971.00 asphalt parking lot, curb and design/build after the opening of the bids, Sundays and days of notice that the Contract has not Other Expenses $9,741,530.77 $9,248,188.40 services to construct an 18-hole miniature holidays excepted, and the bids of the been awarded. 2. Deferred Charges & Other Appropriations $429,196.00 $485,590.00 golf course as shown on the plans and bidders whose bid security is returned Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:5-33, bidders 3. Capital Improvements $100,000.00 $60,000.00 specified herein. The work is located on shall be considered withdrawn. are required to comply with the require- 4. Debt Service $1,652,652.00 $1,530,950.00 Block 6401, Lot 1 at 820 Jerusalem Road, Each bidder must submit with his bid a ments of P.L. 1975 c. 127, NJAC 17:27. Scotch Plains, New Jersey, within the 5. Reserve for Uncollected Taxes $1,450,000.00 $1,428,000.00 signed certificate stating that he owns, Each Bidder must submit with his bid an Township of Scotch Plains, in Union leases or controls all the necessary equip- “Ownership Disclosure Statement” and Total General Appropriations $22,012,547.77 $20,996,699.40 County, New Jersey. The work shall be ment required to accomplish the work “Non-Collusion Affidavit” on the forms in- Total Number of Employees 178 181 completed within 90 calendar days of the shown and described in the Contract Docu- cluded in the Contract Documents. Contractor’s receipt of written Notice to ments. Should the bidder not be the actual Bidders and their subcontractors of any BALANCE OF OUTSTANDING DEBT Proceed. owner or leasee of such equipment, his tier must comply with all applicable provi- GENERAL The contract consists of installation of certificate shall state the source from which sions of the Public Works Contractor Reg- Interest $1,923,758.73 storm drainage pipe and structures, site the equipment will be obtained and, in istration Act, P.L. 1999, c. 238 (N.J.S.A. Principal $8,413,000.00 lighting, construction of an asphalt parking addition, shall be accompanied by a signed 34:11-56.48) and the New Jersey Prevail- lot, curb and design/build services to con- Outstanding Balance $10,336,758.73 certificate from the owner or person in ing Wage Act (N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.25). struct an 18-hole miniature golf course control of the equipment definitely grant- It is the purpose of this Notice to Bidders with attendant station as shown on the ing to the bidder the control of the equip- to summarize some of the more important Notice is hereby given that the budget and tax resolution was approved by the Township Council of the plans and specified herein. The project ment required during such time as may be provisions of the Contract Documents. Township of Scotch Plains, County of Union, on April 11, 2006. also includes plumbing and electrical work necessary for the completion of that por- Prospective bidders are cautioned not to A hearing on the budget and tax resolution will be held at the Municipal Building on May 9, 2006 at 8:00 related to the miniature golf course and tion of the Contract for which it is neces- rely solely on this summary, but to read the o’clock P.M., at which time and place objections to the Budget and Tax Resolution for the year 2006 may other components requiring electrical sary. The bidder shall comply with the Contract Documents in their entirety. be presented by the taxpayers or other interested persons. power as specified under the contract. documentation requirements set forth in By Order of the TOWNSHIP OF Copies of the budget are available in the office of Barbara Riepe, Township Clerk, at the Municipal No bid will be received unless in writing the Article of the Information for Bidders, SCOTCH PLAINS on the forms furnished, and unless ac- Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, 07076, (908) 322-6700, during the hours of 9:00 A.M. entitled, “Bidder Responsibility”. Barbara Riepe companied by bid security in the form of a Successful bidders will be required to Township Clerk to 4:30 P.M. bid bond, cashier’s check, or a certified submit bonds and proof of insurance on or 1 T - 4/27/06, The Times Fee: $166.77 1 T - 4/27/06, The Times Fee: $128.52 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 27, 2006 Page 11 Adults Can Explore the Watchung Reservation MOUNTAINSIDE – The Trailside For additional information on the Nature and Science Center will offer nature trail ride or for information on a nature trail ride for adults ages 18 upcoming spring programs and spe- and older on Tuesday, May 2, from cial events at Trailside, call (908) 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Watchung Stables 789-3670 or visit www.ucnj.org/ in Mountainside. trailside. Riders will meander through the woods and fields and visit Lake Poets Will Celebrate Surprise on horseback. A park naturalist from Trailside will interpret A New Issue of Tiferet sights and sounds of nature and FANWOOD – The Fanwood Arts identify trees, plants and wildlife Council and the Carriage House Po- along the way. etry Series invited the public to a free Space is limited and pre-registration poetry reading in celebration of the new issue of Tiferet: a Journal of HOME RULE...The Westfield Symphony Orchestra Friends will present the 22nd is required as this program fills annual Tour of Notable Homes. One residence on the tour features a kitchen quickly. The fee is $35 per person for Spiritual Literature. The event will resembling an old chateau, which was recently featured in Design NJ magazine Union County residents and $45 for take place Tuesday, May 2, from 7 to out-of-county riders. Each participant 9:30 p.m. in the Kuran Arts Center, will receive a booklet with natural located on Watson Road off Martine Orchestra Friends history information and tips on Avenue adjacent to Fanwood Bor- LEARNING FROM BIG KIDS…Teenager Frank Minniti educates lower school children in Kathy Meier’s science classes at The Wardlaw-Hartridge School. As horseback riding. No riding ough Hall. part of the Scotch Plains resident’s senior project, he presents lessons to the experience is necessary. Participants The featured poets, whose poems Announce Home Tour children concerning saving the environment and what they can do to help. are requested to wear sturdy shoes appear in the new issue, will be J.T. with a heel. Barbarese, R.G. Evans, Kathy Graber, WESTFIELD – The Westfield plant sale, live music and free re- In the event of inclement weather, Penny Harter of Summit and Adele Symphony Orchestra Friends will freshments. the trail ride will be rescheduled for Kenny of Fanwood. Managing editor present the 22nd annual Tour of No- All proceeds collected from tour Schools to Celebrate ‘Walk Thursday, May 4. Call Trailside or Cynthia Brown will be present to table Homes. This event brings to- ticket sales and activities will benefit the Watchung Stables on the program meet and chat with the public. gether five residences, open to the the Westfield Symphony Orchestra. date to find out if the program has Copies of the journal will be avail- public, on Saturday, May 6, from 10 Tickets for the 2006 tour are $25 Our Children to School’ Day been postponed. able for sale. Readers interested in a.m. to 3 p.m. in advance and $30 the day of the WESTFIELD – On Wednesdays, May do. With the ongoing attention being learning more about Tiferet may visit The Friends’ tour will wind its tour. The tour is self-guided with 4 and 31, hundreds of students and par- paid to our sedentary lifestyles, send- Goggin’s Nunsense http://www.tiferetjournal.com/liter- way through storied neighborhoods addresses for the featured homes ents at Franklin, McKinley, Tamaques ing our children to school on foot elimi- ary-magazine.php. of historic Westfield, Plainfield and printed on the tickets, and a Tour of and Wilson elementary schools will cel- nates one aspect of our car culture.” Opens at WCP For more information about the Scotch Plains. The homes featured Notable Homes map is also pro- ebrate National Walk Our Children to The BRAKES group, a pedestrian- WESTFIELD –Director Joann May 2 poetry reading, call (908) 889- represent both timeless tradition and vided. Tickets will be available for School Day. This nationwide event is safety organization in Westfield, co- Lopresti Scanlon of Westfield Com- 7223. modern state-of-the-art architec- sale at a variety of Westfield-area celebrated as an opportunity to redis- ordinates the event. munity Players (WCP) has her cast in ture. businesses. cover walking to school as a fun and For more information, contact Ms. final rehearsals for the 8 p.m. Satur- SP-F Arts Association There will be a host of activities For more information on the Tour of healthy way for parents to spend quality Clarkson at (908) 233-5622, exten- day, April 29, opening of Dan along the tour, including a gift basket Notable Homes or a schedule of sym- time with their children. For upper-el- sion 1. Goggin’s musical, Nunsense at WCP, To View Wyeth Exhibit raffle with items from top-tier local phony events, call the Westfield Sym- ementary-aged children, it can be the 1000 North Avenue, West in Westfield. SCOTCH PLAINS –The June trip merchants, cultural venues and res- phony Orchestra at (908) 232-9400 or beginning of a fit lifestyle. SP Teen Makes Splash Other show dates are Friday and of the Scotch Plains and Fanwood taurants, as well as a spring blooming visit www.westfieldsymphony.org. A few days before the event, a special In Wardlaw Classroom Saturday evenings, May 5, 6, 12, 13, Arts Association will occur on PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE raffle with be held at primary schools. 19 and 20, with all reserved seats at Wednesday, June 7, to the Philadel- NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Lucky raffle winners will find their school SCOTCH PLAINS – As part of $20 available from the box office at phia Museum of Art to see the An- DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES principal or one of Westfield’s bravest Scotch Plains resident Frank Minniti’s (908) 232-1221. drew Wyeth Memory and Magic ex- 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 605 (firefighters) waiting at their door in the senior project internship, he teaches a WCP membership cards will not hibit. Mr. Wyeth, one of America’s TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 morning to walk with them – and maybe science lesson to Wardlaw Hartridge be honored for the benefit perfor- most recognized artists, is the sub- SEALED BIDS will be received from bidders classified under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et even carry their backpacks. lower school classes concerning the mances on Fridays, May 5 and 12. ject of a retrospective that takes a seq.; in the NJDOT MULTIPURPOSE ROOM, New Jersey Department of Transporta- tion, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, New Jersey 08625; until 10:00 A.M. on 5/25/06 and All walkers, with or without adults, environment. Assisted by Musical Director Seth look at seven decades of accom- opened and read for: are being asked to wear something Frank, a senior at the independent Saltzman and Choreographer Megan plishment. Maintenance Beam Guide Rail Repair Contract, North - 2006; Various locations red on the way to school that morning school, is completing an internship Ferentinos, the show includes the The exhibition includes 100 tem- including and North of Route 57, Counties of Sussex, Morris, Passaic, Bergen, so that they’ll be particularly visible with Lower School Science Coordi- following players: Rev. Mother is pera paintings, watercolor, and draw- Essex, Hudson, Union and Part of Warren to passing cars. nator Kathy Meier from the indepen- Barbi McGuire, Sr. Hubert is Andrea ings— many from the personal col- 100% State “We hope that Walk Our Children to dent, college preparatory coeduca- Barra, Sr. Robert Anne is Jen lection of Andrew and Betsy Wyeth. DP NO: 06413 School Day will give busy parents a tion school in Edison. Hanselman, Sr. Leo is Cassie Carelli The bus will depart from the Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, C.127 N.J.A.C. chance to discover the special pleasure Frank, who will attend Susquehanna and Sr. Amnesia is Kristen Urmansky. Scotch Plains Municipal Building 17:27. Effective October 15, 2004, Pursuant to Executive Order 134, apparent low bidder of walking to school,” said Sara University in the fall, plans to major in WCP has reserved seating, so make parking lot at 8:30 a.m. and return must provide a completed, signed Executive Order No. 134 Certification and Disclo- Clarkson of Westfield’s Bikers, Run- environmental science. He says he a preference known when calling the by 5 p.m. The cost of the trip is $48, sure Form within seven (7) state busines days from the project bid date. ners And Kids are Entitled to Safety selected the career choice, in part, box office for seats at (908) 232- which includes the bus, museum Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, Business Registration, proof of valid business registra- (BRAKES) group. “It’s a wonderful because of Scotch Plains resident and 1221. All non-member tickets must admission, ticket to the exhibit and tion shall be submitted by a bidder with its bid proposal at the time of bid for 100% State funded projects. way to spend precious time with your science teacher Roland Marionni. “His be prepaid. Opening night patrons audio tour cassette. To reserve space Pursuant to the “Public Works Contractor Registration Act”, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et children, to slow down and walk at their class exposed me to the interesting are invited to stay for light refresh- or obtain more information, call seq. (P.L. 2003, c. 91), bidders must register with the New Jersey Department of Labor, pace, instead of rushing frantically aspects of pollution and what we are ments with the cast and crew after the (908) 232-2631 before Friday, May Division of Wage and Hour Compliance. through the morning as so many of us doing to our world.” curtain rings down. 5. The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on NOTICE OF SALE business day following the award. If the Deposit is not received by that time, the Township the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the contract award. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS, may draw upon the Financial Surety Bond to satisfy the Deposit requirement. No interest Drawings and specifications for the proposed work are available at Bid Express IN THE COUNTY OF UNION, NEW JERSEY on the Deposit will accrue to the Purchaser. The Deposit will be applied in part payment website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To subscribe follow the instructions on the website. The fee is $35.00 per month for unlimited access to view and $5,560,000 GENERAL IMPROVEMENT BONDS for the Bonds or to partially secure the Township from any loss resulting from the failure of the Purchaser to comply with the terms of its bid. download the documents and additional $95.00 per month for unlimited access to (Book-Entry Only) (Bank-Qualified) Award of the Bonds to the successful bidder or rejection of all bids is expected to be download the plans, directly payable to Bid Express. (Non-Callable) made within two hours after opening of the bids, but such successful bidder may not Drawings, special provisions, and bid documents may be inspected (BUT NOT (Parity Bid) (Sure-Bid Surety Bond) withdraw its proposal until after 3:00 p.m. (local time) of the day of such bid-opening and OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our various Design Field Offices at the following locations: dated then only if such award has not been made prior to the withdrawal. 200 Stierli Court Route 79 and Daniels Way 1 Executive Campus Rt 70 May 15, 2006 It is anticipated that CUSIP identification numbers will be printed on the Bonds, but neither the failure to print such number on any Bond nor any error with respect thereto Mt. Arlington, NJ Freehold, NJ Cherry Hill, NJ The Township of Scotch Plains, in the County of Union, a municipal corporation of the shall constitute cause for a failure or refusal by the successful bidder thereof to accept 973-770-5141 732-308-4025 856-486-6624 State of New Jersey (the “Township”), hereby invites ELECTRONIC BIDS VIA PARITY delivery of and pay for the Bonds in accordance with its contractual obligations arising 3 T - 4/27/06, 5/4/06 and 5/11/06, The Leader Fee: $214.20 AND SEALED PROPOSALS for the purchase of its $5,560,000 General Improvement from the acceptance of its proposal for the purchase of the Bonds. All expenses in relation Bonds, dated May 15, 2006 (the “Bonds”). to the printing of CUSIP numbers on the Bonds shall be paid for by the Township; PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE ELECTRONIC BIDS VIA PARITY AND SEALED PROPOSALS will be received and provided, however, that the CUSIP Service Bureau charge for the assignment of said publicly opened and announced by the Chief Financial Officer in the Council Chambers numbers shall be the responsibility of and shall be paid for by the successful bidder. NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION in the Township Hall, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 on May 16, The Bonds shall be delivered on or about May 25, 2006 at the office of Rogut McCarthy DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES 2006 at 11:00 o’clock A.M. (local time). Troy LLC, Cranford, New Jersey (“Bond Counsel”), or at such other place as may be 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 605 The Bonds comprise an issue of bonds payable on February 1 in each year (without determined by the successful bidder and the Township. PAYMENT FOR THE BONDS TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 AT THE TIME OF ORIGINAL ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY SHALL BE IN IMMEDI- the right of prior redemption) as follows: SEALED BIDS will be received from bidders classified under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et ATELY AVAILABLE FUNDS. $330,000 in the year 2007, seq.; in the NJDOT MULTIPURPOSE ROOM, New Jersey Department of Transporta- A preliminary Official Statement has been prepared and is available at www.i- $350,000 in the year 2008, tion, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, New Jersey 08625; until 10:00 A.M. on 5/25/06 and DealProspectus.com or may be obtained from the undersigned, Chief Financial Officer, $375,000 in each of the years 2009 to 2011, inclusive, opened and read for: $625,000 in each of the years 2012 to 2016, inclusive, and Township Hall, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076, Telephone No. $630,000 in the year 2017. (908) 322-6700 ext. 1-200. The preliminary Official Statement is deemed to be a “final Route I-78 Local and express Roadway Improvement, Contract No. 050003731; official statement”, as of its date, within the meaning of Rule 15c2-12 of the Securities and Contract “A” From M.P. 50.59 - M.P. 52.80, Union Township, County of Union To the extent any instructions or directions set forth in PARITY conflict with this Notice Exchange Commission (“Rule 15c2-12”), but is subject to (a) completion with certain Federal Project No: IM-078-05 (087) of Sale, the terms of this Notice of Sale shall control. For further information about pricing and other information to be made available by the successful bidder for the Bonds DP NO: 06113 PARITY, potential bidders may contact i-Deal LLC at 1359 Broadway, 2nd Floor, New and (b) amendment. The preliminary Official Statement, as so revised, will constitute the Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, C.127 N.J.A.C. York, New York 10018, telephone (212) 849-5021. “final official statement”. By the submission of a bid for the Bonds, the successful bidder 17:27. The Bonds shall be issued in registered form by means of a book-entry system with no contracts for the receipt of a reasonable number of copies of the final Official Statement Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, For Federal aided projects; bidders must register with physical distribution of bond certificates made to the public. One bond certificate for each within seven business days of the award of the Bonds. In order to complete the final the New Jersey Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue, prior to the time of contract maturity will be issued to The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York (“DTC”) Official Statement, the successful bidder must furnish on behalf of the underwriters of the execution. Appropriate proof of registration should be provided to NJDOT as soon as and immobilized in its custody. The book-entry system will evidence ownership of the Bonds the following information to Bond Counsel and the Township by facsimile trans- possible after receipt of the Notice of Award. Bonds in the principal amount of $5,000 or any integral multiple thereof, with transfers of mission or overnight delivery received by Bond Counsel and the Township within 24 Pursuant to the “Public Works Contractor Registration Act”, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et ownership effected on the records of DTC and its participants pursuant to rules and hours after the award of the Bonds: (a) initial offering prices or yields (expressed as seq. (P.L. 2003, c. 91), bidders must register with the New Jersey Department of Labor, procedures established by DTC and its participants. The successful bidder, as a percentages), (b) selling compensation (aggregate total anticipated compensation to the Division of Wage and Hour Compliance. condition to delivery of the Bonds, shall be required to deposit the bond certificates with under-writers expressed in dollars), (c) the identity of the under-writers if the successful The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 DTC, registered in the name of Cede & Co., its nominee. Interest on the Bonds will be bidder is part of a group or syndicate and (d) any other material information necessary U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the payable on each February 1 and August 1, commencing February 1, 2007 (each, an for the final Official Statement, but not known to the Township (such as the bidder’s Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to “Interest Payment Date”), in each year until maturity, and principal of the Bonds will be purchase of credit enhancement). It shall also be the obligation of the successful bidder submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on payable, at maturity, by payment of immediately available funds by the Bond Registrar/ to furnish to DTC an under-writer’s questionnaire and the denominations of the Bonds not the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the contract award. Paying Agent to DTC or its nominee as registered owner of the Bonds. Transfer of less than seventy-two (72) hours prior to the delivery of the Bonds. Drawings and specifications for the proposed work are available at Bid Express principal and interest to participants of DTC will be the responsibility of DTC. Transfer Concurrently with the delivery of the Bonds, the officials of the Township who will have website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To subscribe follow the of principal and interest to beneficial owners will be the responsibility of the DTC executed the final Official Statement will deliver to the purchaser of the Bonds a certificate instructions on the website. The fee is $35.00 per month for unlimited access to view and participants and other nominees of the beneficial owners. The Township will not be stating that, to the best of their knowledge, the preliminary Official Statement did not as download the documents and additional $95.00 per month for unlimited access to responsible or liable for such transfers of payments or for maintaining, super-vising or of its date and as of the sale date, and the final Official Statement did not as of its date download the plans, directly payable to Bid Express. reviewing the records maintained by DTC, its participants or persons acting through such and does not as of the date of delivery of the Bonds, contain an untrue statement of a Drawings, special provisions, and bid documents may be inspected (BUT NOT participants. material fact or omit to state a material fact required to be included therein for the purpose OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our various Design Field Offices at the In the event (a) DTC determines not to continue to act as securities depository for the for which the preliminary Official Statement or the final Official Statement is to be used following locations: Bonds or (b) the Township determines that continuation of the book-entry system of or neces-sary to make the statements therein, in light of the circum-stances under which 200 Stierli Court Route 79 and Daniels Way 1 Executive Campus Rt 70 evidence and transfer of ownership of the Bonds would adversely affect the interests of they were made, not misleading, provided such certificate shall not include consideration Mt. Arlington, NJ Freehold, NJ Cherry Hill, NJ the beneficial owners of the Bonds, the Township will discontinue the book-entry system of information supplied by, or which should have been supplied by, the successful bidder 973-770-5141 732-308-4025 856-486-6624 with DTC. If the Township fails to identify another qualified securities depository to for the Bonds. 3 T - 4/27/06, 5/4/06 and 5/11/06, The Leader Fee: $198.90 replace DTC, the Township will deliver replacement bonds in the form of fully registered The Township has agreed in its bond resolution adopted on April 11, 2006 to provide certificates. or cause to be provided, in accordance with the requirements of Rule 15c2-12, (i) not later The Bonds are general obligations of the Township and are secured by a pledge of the than seven months after the end of the Township’s fiscal year (presently December 31) PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE full faith and credit of the Township for the payment of the principal thereof and the interest certain annual financial information and operating data, including audited financial NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION thereon. The Bonds are payable, if not paid from other sources, from ad valorem taxes statements for the preceding fiscal year (commencing with the fiscal year ending DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES to be levied upon all the real property taxable within the Township without limitation as December 31, 2005), (ii) timely notice of the occurrence of certain material events with 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 605 to rate or amount. respect to the Bonds and (iii) timely notice of a failure by the Township to provide the TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 Each proposal submitted must name the rate or rates of interest per annum to be borne required annual financial information on or before the date specified in (i) above. by the Bonds bid for, and the rate or rates named must be a multiple of 1/8th or 1/20th The successful bidder’s obligation to purchase the Bonds shall be conditioned upon its SEALED BIDS will be received from bidders classified under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et of one percentum (1%). The interest payable with respect to each Bond on any one date receiving, at or prior to the delivery of the Bonds, in form and substance reasonably seq.; in the NJDOT MULTIPURPOSE ROOM, New Jersey Department of Transporta- will be evidenced by a single rate of interest. Not more than one rate may be named for satisfactory to the successful bidder, evidence that the Township has made the tion, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, New Jersey 08625; until 10:00 A.M. on 5/18/06 and Bonds of the same maturity. There is no limitation on the number of rates that may be continuing disclosure undertaking set forth above in a written agreement or contract for opened and read for: named. If more than one rate of interest is named, no interest rate named for any maturity the benefit of the Bondholders and the beneficial owners of the Bonds. Long-Life Pavement Marking Contract, North - 2006; Routes US 1, NJ 3, NJ 4, may be less than the interest rate named for any prior maturity. Each proposal submitted The approving legal opinion of Bond Counsel will be furnished without cost to the NJ 5, NJ 7, US 9W, NJ 17, NJ 21, NJ 24, NJ 31, NJ 57, NJ 81, NJ 93, NJ 94, NJ must be for all of the Bonds offered and the purchase price specified must not be less than purchaser. The preliminary Official Statement contains a discussion of the provisions of 124, NJ 159, NJ 161, NJ 169, US 202, US 206 & NJ 439, Counties of Sussex, $5,560,000 nor more than $5,561,000. The Bonds will be awarded to the bidder on the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”), with respect to the Morris, Passaic, Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Union and Part of Warren whose bid the total loan may be made at the lowest net interest cost, such net interest exclusion from gross income for Federal income tax purposes of the interest on the Bonds Federal Project No: STP-B00S (480) cost shall be computed, as to each bid, by adding to the total principal amount of Bonds and a description of the opinion of Bond Counsel with respect thereto. The Township has DP NO: 05461 bid for (which shall be all of the Bonds offered) the total interest cost to maturity in covenanted, to the extent permitted by the Constitution and laws of the State of New accordance with such bid and by deducting therefrom the amount of premium, if any, bid, Jersey, to comply with the provisions of the Code required to preserve the exclusion from Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, C.127 N.J.A.C. which premium shall not exceed $1,000. No proposal shall be considered which offers gross income of interest on the Bonds for Federal income tax purposes. There will also 17:27. to pay an amount less than the principal amount of Bonds offered for sale or under which be furnished the usual closing papers. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, For Federal aided projects; bidders must register with the total loan is made at an interest cost higher than the lowest net interest cost to the The Township has designated the Bonds “qualified tax-exempt obligations” within the the New Jersey Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue, prior to the time of contract Township under any legally acceptable proposal. The Township reserves its right to meaning of Section 265(b)(3) of the Code and will represent that it reasonably expects execution. Appropriate proof of registration should be provided to NJDOT as soon as reject all bids, and any bid not complying with the material terms of this notice will be that neither it nor its subordinate entities will issue more than $10,000,000 of tax-exempt possible after receipt of the Notice of Award. rejected. The Township reserves the right to waive defects it deems non-material, in its obligations in the current calendar year. Pursuant to the “Public Works Contractor Registration Act”, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et sole discretion. If the Bonds qualify for issuance of any policy of municipal bond insurance or seq. (P.L. 2003, c. 91), bidders must register with the New Jersey Department of Labor, The successful bidder must pay accrued interest from the date of the Bonds to the date commitment therefor at the option of a bidder, any purchase of such insurance or Division of Wage and Hour Compliance. of delivery. No interest will be paid upon the deposit made by the successful bidder. The commitment therefor shall be at the sole option and expense of the bidder and any The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 Bonds will be authenticated by the Chief Financial Officer, acting as Bond Registrar/ increased costs of issuance of the Bonds resulting by reason of such insurance, unless U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the Paying Agent for the Bonds. otherwise paid, shall also be paid by such bidder. Any failure of the Bonds to be so insured Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to Sealed proposals should be addressed to the undersigned Chief Financial Officer, and or of any such policy of insurance to be issued, shall not in any way relieve the purchaser submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on enclosed in a sealed envelope marked on the outside “Proposal for Bonds”. A good faith of its contractual obligations arising from the acceptance of its proposal for the purchase the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the contract award. deposit (the “Deposit”) in the form of a certified, treasurer’s or cashier’s check drawn upon of the Bonds. Drawings and specifications for the proposed work are available at Bid Express a bank or trust company or a Financial Surety Bond in the amount of $111,200, payable The successful bidder will be required to furnish, prior to the delivery of the Bonds, a website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To subscribe follow the to the order of the TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS, is required for each bid to be certificate acceptable to Bond Counsel setting forth information with respect to the Bonds instructions on the website. The fee is $35.00 per month for unlimited access to view and considered. If a check is used, it must accompany the bid or be received by the including the “issue price” of the Bonds within the meaning of Section 1273 of the Code. download the documents and additional $95.00 per month for unlimited access to undersigned Chief Financial Officer prior to the opening of bids. If a Financial Surety By order of the Township Council of the Township of Scotch Plains, in the County of download the plans, directly payable to Bid Express. Bond is used, it must be issued by Financial Security Assurance Inc., 31 West 52nd Union, New Jersey. Drawings, special provisions, and bid documents may be inspected (BUT NOT Street, New York, New York 10019 and such bond must be submitted to the Township Dated: April 11, 2006 OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our various Design Field Offices at the prior to the opening of bids. The Financial Surety Bond must identify each bidder whose Lori Majeski following locations: Deposit is guaranteed by the Financial Surety Bond. If the Bonds are awarded to a bidder Chief Financial Officer 200 Stierli Court Route 79 and Daniels Way 1 Executive Campus Rt 70 utilizing a Financial Surety Bond, then that bidder (the “Purchaser”) is required to submit Township of Scotch Plains Mt. Arlington, NJ Freehold, NJ Cherry Hill, NJ its Deposit to the Township in the form of a cashier’s check (or wire transfer of such County of Union, New Jersey 973-770-5141 732-308-4025 856-486-6624 amount as instructed by the Township) not later than 3:30 p.m. (local time) on the next 1 T - 4/27/06, The Times Fee: $322.32 3 T - 4/27/06, 5/4/06 and 5/11/06, The Leader Fee: $208.08 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 27, 2006 Page 13

See it all in color at! Sports Section www.goleader.com THE WEEK IN SPORTS Pages 13-18 NETRAVALI TAKES IT TO THE LIMIT AT 1ST SINGLES No. 1 Millburn Millers Stop No. 6 Blue Devil Netmen, 5-0

By DAVID B. CORBIN sophomore Ravi Netravali and Miller senior Justin Roth, 6-2, 6-2, at first Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times freshman Jason Magnes, who won, singles. Number 1 remained Number 1, but 6-3, 6-7 (5-7), 6-2. By the time that “I knew he was a lefty and I knew not without a bit of a battle, when the the other four matches were decided, I was in with a very hard opponent. I Millburn High School boys tennis Netravali held a 4-3 lead over Magnes thought I played a good match but he team defeated No. 6 Westfield by a in the second set. Netravali won the played a lot better,” said Shallcross. somewhat deceptive team score of 5- next game but dropped the next three “He obviously has a great lefty serve 0 at Tamaques Park in Westfield on to trail, 6-5. After winning the next that is really hard to go up against but April 20. Three of the matches were game, he endured to win the tiebreaker I just tried to hang in there and play very close and two had tiebreakers, and force a third set. my best. If the ball is jamming you, one that took a marathon three sets to Never known for marathon you have to remember to take the be decided. matches, Blue Devil sophomore opposite stroke, which against a lefty The marathon match came at sec- Kevin Shallcross experienced his first would be your backhand.” ond singles between Blue Devil defeat of the season at the racket of CONTINUED ON PAGE 17

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times MAKING EVERY RUN COUNT…Raider Nicole Colineri scored the first run of the game in the top of the first inning against Roselle Catholic. Centerfielder Kelli Kaskiw snagged a sinking fly ball and fired to second for a double play to preserve an 8-7 victory. MAINS, KASKIW STAR ON ‘D’; ‘BENO’ RAPS FOUR RBI Raiders Survive Late Threat, Hold Off Softball Lions, 8-7

By DAVID B. CORBIN and, on one, she had the wherewithal usually get that out,” Mains said. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times to gun down the runner dashing to- Lusk also made a fine scoop at first. What appeared to be a cakewalk ward second. Key hitting came into play and turned into near disaster when the “First of all I was worried about senior Lauren Benovengo (4 RBI) hosting 2-5 Roselle Catholic softball catching it but then I turned around had two of them, with a bases-loaded team tagged Raider pitcher Elaine and saw the girl sprinting toward sec- triple in the fifth inning and an RBI Piniat for three triples in the sixth ond. All our girls were yelling throw single in the seventh that turned out to inning and added six more hits in the to second,” Mains explained. be the game winner. Kaskiw had a bottom of the seventh but a superb Mains also smothered a bunt about single, an RBI double and an RBI fielding play by centerfielder Kelli eight feet in front of the plate and, sacrifice fly. Melissa Sette (run David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Kaskiw, which resulted in a game- from her knees, threw the runner out scored) smacked an RBI triple and a PLAYING AGAINST THE TOP TEAM…Blue Devil Jack Trimble returns a serve in his first doubles match against the ending double play, preserved an 8-7 heading to first and, on several occa- single. Mains singled, scored and had top-ranked Millburn Millers. victory for the 9-0 Scotch Plains- sions, she fired back picks to first to an RBI and Lusk singled and scored Fanwood girls on April 21. keep the runners honest. First a run. Piniat and Goines each scored With Lionesses on first and second baseman Jillian Lusk displayed sound twice and Colineri scored the first run SEVEN BLUE DEVILS GET INTO SCORING COLUMN with one out, Lindsey Gilcrest lobbed fundamental skills, charging a bunt of the game. a little looper over second base that and firing in time to second baseman Piniat yielded nine hits, walked seemed destined to drop in for an RBI Steph Goines, who covered first. one and fanned six Lionesses. single to tie the game but Kaskiw “We practice it a lot in practice and Roselle Catholic starting pitcher Randolph Edges Blue Devils charged forward, made the snag and they (Lusk and Goines) know what to Emily Vieni allowed six hits, fanned alertly fired to second base to catch do. It’s pretty much automatic. As soon two, walked three and hit a batter in the shocked runner off-base and to as the bunt goes, Jill and Nicole (Colineri five innings. Reliever Grace LaSpata end the game. – third baseman) charge in and we CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 “Every time the ball goes to In Wild Boys Lax Game, 9-8 centerfield, I know it’s going to be an IMPROVE YOUR GOLF GAME out. She’s automatically catching the By DAVID B. CORBIN shortly after winning the face-offs. Westfield had 21 shots on goal and ball. She always comes through in the WITH THESE SPRING SPECIALS! Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times “You must treat every ground ball Randolph had 19. clutch. It was a great play,” said Raider Two plaques dedicated to legend- like it will make a difference in the Ram Mike Grover (3 goals, 1 as- catcher Lauren Mains. Six 30 min Lessons Six Lessons (For the Golf Swing, ary Westfield High School (WHS) game,” commented Blue Devil Head sist), on an assist from Corey Zindel However, Kaskiw’s catch was just (30min, 45min or 1hr) football/wrestling/golf coach and Chipping, Putting, Driving, Coach Gerry Benaquista after the (3 assists) scored the game’s first one of several key defensive plays Pitching & Sand Game) former athletic director Gary Kehler game. “(Chris) Mattes did a great job goal. Assisted by Yarusi, Bernstein that figured in the outcome. Mains, For The Price of Five by the WHS Boosters marked the Includes Computer & Plus Two Hole on face-offs three games in a row. In one-hopped the Blue Devils’ first goal who never let a ball get by her, made Playing Lesson beginning of a memorable April 22 the middle of the field is where it is CONTINUED ON PAGE 17 two outstanding catches of pop-ups Video Analysis Michael Kierner morning at Gary Kehler Stadium in key. Ground balls means possession. PGA Professional $275.00 Westfield that ended in a wild, 9-8, Ground balls are going to win the For More Information, Please call Michael Kierner, Head Teaching victory by the No. 17 Randolph High game. We played the whole first half “The only local camp Professional at Shackamaxon Golf & Country Club School boys lacrosse team. The No. on defense. We’ve got to learn that we not held in a park” 908-233-3989 18-ranked Blue Devils made a valiant have to play an even game, at least, in fourth-quarter effort to make up a time of possession and we didn’t do Blue Devil five-point deficit and were threaten- that.” JULY 10-14 ing to tie the game, but a Ram de- Seven Blue Devils got into the scor- Fast Pitch Softball Camp fender scooped a loose ball with 30 ing column. Ryan Sharkey scored JULY 24-28 seconds remaining to preserve the two goals and had an assist. Ryan For Girls Grades 2–9 victory. 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Page 14 Thursday, April 27, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION MARSAL FIRES 2-HITTER; CORTIZO & ESPERON RBI Devil’s Den R. C. Lion Baseballers Down WHS Swimmers Have Done OK Despite 1958 Snub By Voters Union Catholic Vikings, 6-2 By BRUCE JOHNSON Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times

By FRED LECOMTE walks and a bunch of guys that got hit In the second inning, the Lions We are coming up on the 48th anni- time this subject comes up for consider- 2. 1995. Though not as deep as the ’63 Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times but we just could not drive in the runs added three runs on two hits, includ- versary of a day that is a huge black ation that we all think very carefully group, the big three of Kris Williams, Ace Nick Nolan turned in a strong when we needed them.” ing a two-run blast by Mike Canales mark on the town of Westfield. On April about the opportunity and challenge Steve Cheek and Brian Ciemniecki was pitching performance for the Roselle The 6-3 Vikings threatened in the (2-for-4). The Vikings turned to relief 29, 1958, the town got to vote on the which can so easily offer, or so easily rather imposing. Williams was 10-1 and Catholic High School baseball team top of the first inning when leadoff building of a community swimming pool withhold. Our children are always ready later drafted by the Cubs, Cheek was 9- pitcher Anthony Marsal (46 pitches, to substitute for one of the gymnasiums for new opportunities … let’s not hold 0 and a future NFL punter, while and the offense clicked enough to batter Kristian Cortizo triggered a two hits, no walks), who tamed the that was going to be built in a new them back, deliberately.” Ciemniecki anchored the staff and did earn a 6-2 victory over Union Catho- single to opposite field. Matt Oliveto Lions with his off-speed stuff, curve addition after the referendum. That “next time” never came up. And just about everything for a team that lic at Union County College’s Shane and Chris Whittemore each got hit balls and very good placement The school was just starting to flex its so, exactly what has the WHS swim went 27-3, most wins in school history. Walsh Field in Cranford. Nolan (3-0) with a pitch to load the bases. Nolan, through four innings. collective swimming muscles, having teams done for the town since that snub 3. 1987. This is the only staff that struck out eight, walked one and hit however, settled down and retired the “There was no pressure really,” said just won the first state championship in by the voters 48 years? could match 1963’s for depth and qual- six batters. The Vikings collected side in order. Marsal. “We’re the underdogs. Ev- school history, and the first two county The boys are the winningest team in ity. Clint Factor, Pete Lima, Chuck seven hits but left 14 men on base. The 6-2 Lions roared with three eryone thought we were going to be championships in what would become a state history with 714 victories. They’ve Mueller, Kevin Stock, Dave Lavender “Our pitchers got off to a bad start runs in the bottom of the inning. Vi- shut out today so it was a good thing national record 42-year streak. The only won 20 state championships, the most and Kevin Lombardi gave Bob Brewster with a lot of walks and a lot of run- king starter Steven D’Angelo gave up that we scored two runs.” year-round pool in town was the four- of any public school. They’ve captured plenty of arms for the April rainouts. ners. The outcome showed that we a single to Mike Canales then lost the The Vikings put a run on the lane, 20-yard Rooke Pool at the Westfield the Union County championship 52 The team went 21-9-1 and won the UCT had more hits than they did but we strike zone with two walks to load the scoreboard in the fourth inning when YMCA. times in the meet’s 55 years, including crown. gave them too many opportunities by bases. Three runs scored on Phil D’Apolito swung at the first pitch Support for a new pool came from 42 years in a row from 1957-98. They’ve 4. 1949. Jack Corbett, Sam Mitchell walking runners in early,” said Vi- Abbondante’s RBI single and a bases and pulled a single to center and scored many directions. On April 17, the “From had 83 individual state champions (25 and Dick Smith split the innings almost king Head Coach Jim Reagan Jr. “I loaded walk. Coach Reagan decided the Sidelines” column on The Westfield more than the next closest team), and 29 completely. Corbett (3-1) went on to star on Cortizon’s single to right field. Leader’s sports page said it “would be a relay state champions, a state best; and at Michigan, Mitchell (5-0) was a standout thought we were very disciplined at that was enough and brought in The Vikings’ second run came in the pity” if the pool was not supported. In a also two of the school’s three Olympi- at Washington and a future Phillie draftee, the plate and hit the ball pretty well. Whittemore. (1-2/3 innings, three runs, fifth after two infield miscues then page one story that day, the WHS Booster ans — gold medal diver Bob Clotworthy while Smith, just a sophomore, went 4-0 We got guys on base, had a couple of two hits, one walk, one hit batter). Jimmy Thornton, who was hit twice Club announced it was “overwhelm- and swimmer Dave Perkowski. as Noel Taylor’s club went 14-2 and won in the game, drove in Chris Esperon ingly in agreement” with and “vigor- And the WHS girls have pitched in the first sectional title in school history. with a single. ously supported” the proposal for a new big-time with nine state titles and 24 (The team also included future profes- The Vikings looked for more in the pool. The Boosters urged that “all citi- county crowns in the girls meet’s 29 sionals Rudy Stanzel at shortstop and sixth when Esperon blasted a shot zens interested in the welfare of all our years, including the last 14 in a row. catcher Dave Townley.) that knocked the centerfielder against children will vote for the proposed pool Plainfield High School has a pool and 5. (tie) 1966. You start with Donnie the fence. The ball, however, caught on April 29.” so does Elizabeth, the only high schools (Big D) Anderson, whose 12-1 record enough leather, snuffing out the po- And a lead editorial in The Leader on in Union County with such facilities. and 0.81 ERA with 134 strikeouts in tential two-run homer. The Vikings April 24 concluded that “we favor the Trenton has one, and Atlantic City has a 103.2 innings was the best single-sea- threatened again in the seventh when inclusion of a swimming pool rather than brand new facility. Almost every school son ever at WHS, and add sophomore an extra gymnasium in the senior build- in Mercer County has a pool, and most of Frank Tokash (who went 40 straight designated hitter Tony LaRocca was ing because we feel this will provide an them were built in the last 20 years as scoreless innings in 1968) and junior hit for the second time, Mike excellent athletic facility and do so at less add-ons to the school. Morristown built a Jim Howarth. It’s no wonder this team Honeymar scorched a single and cost than may ever be possible again.” On huge pool onto its existing high school went 22-4 and won the UCT. Thornton got nailed for the second page 27 of that issue was a full page about 20 years ago, and Montgomery just 5. (tie) 1972. This staff was so deep time to load the pods. Marsal, how- advertisement headlined “Why a Swim- replaced its old high school with a new that arm problems for aces John Havas ever, poked a bouncer to the first ming Pool for Westfield, And What Will one that has a gorgeous swimming pool. (3-0) and Steve Tebbetts (1-0) didn’t keep baseman who in turn fired home for a It Cost You.” It listed 11 reasons to vote Yet Westfield, the town in New Jersey the team from going 18-7. Tom Anderson 3-2 fielder’s choice. With the bases for the pool, and concluded that the cost that is most synonymous with high had four shutouts among his five wins, still loaded the game ended with a of the pool would not exceed $125,000 or school swimming, has made its swim- Art Goldblatt went 5-3, including two grounder to second. $2.23 per $1,000 of assessed value of a mers into vagabonds, practicing at the Y wins on one memorable Saturday, while “The effort was there. There was no home, a total one-time only cost of ap- (including over two decades of 5:30- pro draftee Bobby Jester and Linwood quit in them and we battled right back proximately $15 per family (that’s 7:30 a.m. workouts before school), the Hudson (3-1) completed the group. against one the best pitcher in the state. $107.30 in today’s economy according Garden State Swim Club (now Berkeley EYE-OPENER to Bureau of Labor statistics). Aquatic Club) and even evenings at the How good is the Millburn tennis team? Now we just need to focus on knock- That ad was signed by such Westfield Watchung Fork home of Grover and Pat To come to Tamaques Park last Thurs- Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times ing runners in,” concluded Reagan. LION TAMER…Viking relief pitcher Anthony Marsal tamed the Lions with his movers and shakers as Mr. and Mrs. Connell. day and put a 5-0 goose egg on a very off-speed stuff, curve balls and very good placement through four innings. Union Catholic 000 110 0 2 Frank Ketcham, Al Danker, George All thanks to the head-in-the-sand good (but still very young) WHS team Roselle Catholic 330 000 x 6 Plenty, Charles Eddy, Norm Morash, Stan voters on April 29, 1958. was amazing. And the top-ranked Mill- Britten, Archer Sargent, Cuddie DEN’S HIGH FIVES ers followed that up Saturday with an- Baseball Vikings Whip Davidson, Dick Maxwell, Jerry Bentley, For the remainder of the 2005-06 school other 5-0 win over WHS at the Bryan Joe Wiendl, Charles Frankenbach, George year, The Den will post weekly Top Five Bennett Memorial Tournament. WHS Morris Catholic, 15-2 Brownell, Dr. Gerald Demarest, Ed lists, of various things — sports and non- knocked off a strong Holmdel squad in The Union Catholic High School Holschuh, Dick Richter, Harry sports — involving WHS and Westfield, the quarterfinals before falling in the baseball team improved to 7-3 with a Hinebauch, J.C. Pfeiffer, Dr. J. Pennington maybe even surrounding towns. semis to eventual champion Millburn. 15-2 whipping of Morris Catholic in Warter, John Ackerman and Mrs. Gordon This week we’ll start with the top five DID YOU KNOW? Scotch Plains on April 21. Kristian Booth, among dozens of others. all-time pitching staffs at WHS (not based One of the greatest swimmers on one Cortizo had a three-run triple and Matt But on April 29, the voters spoke and strictly on won-loss record; and remem- of the greatest athletic teams in New Oliveto cracked a two-run home run. by a margin of 844 (3,070-2,226), the ber, this is just one person’s opinion): Jersey history was John Ketcham, se- swimming pool was turned down, al- 1. 1963. With sophomore Greg Chlan nior captain of the 1966 Blue Devils. Softball Vikings Stop though the voters did give the go-ahead as the No. 5 pitcher, this staff has to be Ketcham was a three-time state cham- for the addition at the high school and to tops. Chlan is arguably the best right- pion in the 100 backstroke for WHS. In South Amboy, 9-6 complete the building of the new Edison hander to ever pitch at WHS, and reached college at Wesleyan (Conn.), he won The Union Catholic High School Junior High School. Triple A level in the early 1970s. Three- three events at the 1969 NCAA Division softball team scored six runs in the The following week’s Leader included year ace Marty Howarth and captain Jim 2 championships: the 100 (55.62) and another full-page “obituary” titled “Eu- Smith were the mainstays, but juniors 200-yard backstroke (2:01.91), and the second inning and rolled to a 9-6 logy to the Westfield High School Swim- Bill Richold and crafty left-hander Den- 200-individual medley (2:02.28). victory over host South Amboy on ming Pool,” written by Jerry and Janet nis Burke were pretty tough too. This The Devil’s Den appears Thursday in April 21. Nicole Palumbo tripled, Bentley, whose son Terry was captain of group was the main reason rookie coach The Westfield Leader during the scholas- singled and had two RBI for the 6-3 the 1958 WHS swim team and would be Norm Koury led WHS to its first Union tic sports season. Contact us with com- Vikings, and Nicole Caravano fanned graduating in another month. It con- County Tournament title and an 18-7 ments, suggestions, story ideas or trivia eight and walked two in the win. cluded, “we sincerely urge that the next record. questions at [email protected]. Go Devils!

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By FRED LECOMTE third and darted to second on the “Jen (Urcivoli) has been getting Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times overthrow. Vitale, however, responded very hot. She had two game winning Two-hit pitching from junior right- with two K’s and a ground ball. Brown hits this week and is doing a really hander Jenna Vitale and timely hit- held the Bears hitless through three nice job out there,” said Pignoli, who ting determined the outcome of the innings and allowed only one walk in added, “Defensively, I’m very game as the undefeated, 8-0, David the first but in the fourth inning, Lisa pleased. This team is getting better Brearley High School softball team Reilly tapped a single and Vitale every day. We keep getting ourselves edged 4-5 Westfield, 2-0, on April 21 walked. Aguire and LoBello each into tight spots, runners in scoring in Westfield. Vitale struck out eight yanked RBI singles. Urcivoli dis- position with less than two outs, and batters and walked one. Amanda played outstanding hustle in right field we’re finding ways out every time. Aguire and Hannah LoBello each resulting in back-to-back run-saving When we do make a mistake, we slapped RBI singles in the fourth. snags to end the inning. don’t compound it by making an-

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times COMPLETING A TWO-RUN HOMER…Raider Adam Perez slides safely over the plate to complete a two-run home run in the fifth inning against the Kearny Kardinals. PEREZ BLASTS 2-RUN HR, BELL BELTS RBI TRIPLE Kearny Kardinals Strike Out SP-F Raider Baseballers, 8-4

By DAVID B. CORBIN Raider starting pitcher Greg Bayard the right-field line and scored on Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times fanned five Kardinals, walked four Cepparulo’s poke to right. Eric Valdez recorded 13 strikeouts and allowed eight hits in his five in- In the fifth, the Kardinals took ad- and yielded six hits, while walking nings on the mound and reliever Josh vantage of a balk, a walk, a muffed only one, to improve his record to 4- Decker gave up four hits and three pickoff attempt and an error to go 0 in Kearny’s 8-4 victory over the runs in his two innings. However, com- with their two hits to add three runs. Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School mon with a team that fields only one But the Raiders answered when Rusin Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times baseball team at Park Middle School returning varsity starter, mistakes were LEADERSHIP ON THE FIELD…Blue Devil first baseman Jenny LaSpata made a number of excellent plays in critical laid down his bunt single, Bell cracked situations against the Bears. Field in Scotch Plains on April 19. made – a balk, passed ball, a hit his RBI triple to right and, with no- Adam Perez whacked a two-run catcher’s glove that resulted in a free body out, Perez followed with his Blue Devil junior Lindsay Brown Sophomore third baseman Erin other right after. Offensively, we need home run and Jeff Bell thumped an pass and some miscommunication on two-run shot over the leftfielder’s head tossed a six-hitter, sat down nine Bears Scialabba stepped up big when a to get more solid contact on the ball. RBI triple for the 4-5 Raiders. John pickoff plays – that cost runs. to cut the Kardinals’ lead to 5-4. Valdez and walked two. Mary Kate Flannery rocket came down on her in the Bear We need to get the bunts down when Cox drilled a double and scored, Joe “Young mistakes! Josh comes in fanned the next three batters. and Jen Urcivoli delivered the lone fifth. Unshaken, she scooped up dirt we are in that situation and put more Cepparulo had an RBI single, Mike the sixth inning, throws a little McCourt smacked a two-run triple hits for the 4-5 Blue Devils. and ball, held the runner and fired in pressure on the other team’s defense.” Rusin had a bunt single and scored, changeup. The kid pops it up to and Policaro dropped and RBI single and Dave Belford tapped a single. “Lindsay threw a great game. I time to first. Brearley 000 200 0 2 centerfield. We don’t catch it. The to put the Kardinals ahead 8-4 in the think she’s very tough. She fell be- “Every single day she looks a little Westfield 000 000 0 0 The 7-3 Kardinals tagged Raider next batter there’s catcher’s interfer- sixth. Valdez struck out the side in the hind the batters a little more than I better and she’s getting smarter,” pitching for 12 hits, including a pair ence. Next batter we throw the pickoff sixth and fanned two of the three would want her to but she showed a noted Pignoli. Blue Devil Nine Level of triples from Evan McCourt (3-for- play away. We had a passed ball. We batters he faced in the seventh. lot of mental toughness and gave up Urcivoli rapped a one-out single to 4, 3 RBI, 2 runs scored, 1 stolen did some silly things today. Against a “He pitched against us last year. He only a couple of hits. Behind the right in the bottom of the seventh, but Nwk East Side, 15-1 base), and a triple from Alfredo good team, you can’t do that,” said is probably one of the best pitchers in Echevestre (2-for-3, 2 runs scored). plate, Jillian Olsen is taking charge Vitale remained focused and retired The Westfield High School base- Raider Head Coach Tom Baylock. our area,” said Baylock. “Our reputa- and working very well with Lindsay. the side. Catcher Anthony Pelicaro had a pair Valdez was so effective keeping tion precedes us. We get a lot of the ball team won its sixth straight in of RBI singles. She had a lot of balls in the dirt but dramatic fashion with a 15-1, five- the Raider batters off-balance that number one’s (pitchers). He’s gotten knocked them down, picked them up Softball Raiders Clip inning victory over 7-3 Newark East five of his strikeouts came via call of a lot better from last year. He was able Blue Devil Nine Rout strike three. The Raiders did, how- and threw the runner out,” said Blue Lady Kardinals, 6-1 Side in Newark on April 19. Brandon to pitch a lot of strikes. He was throw- Devil Head Coach Tara Pignoli. Cuba (2-1) tossed a four-hitter while ever, tag him somewhat in the second ing his fastball. He was throwing his First baseman Jenny LaSpata made The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Piscataway, 11-5 inning but were far more successful curveballs, sliders, changeups. He striking out three and walking none. The Westfield High School baseball a number of excellent plays in critical School softball team upped its record Alex Zierler had a three-run in the fifth. threw anything he wanted to for situations. “She is showing a lot of to 8-0 by clipping Kearny, 6-1, in team won its seventh straight game by The Kardinals put together three strikes. He kept us off-balance but we double and a single and Justin Olsen routing Piscataway, 11-5, in Westfield leadership on the field, she’s very Kearny on April 19. Elaine Piniat went 3-for-3, with a solo homer, singles to score a run in the top of the did a decent job on a couple of bats, vocal and fields her position with a fanned 14 Kardinals walked one and on April 21. Mike Murray went 2-for- first, then added another run in the keeping our swings small and mak- three runs scored and two RBI. 3 and smacked a two-run home run in lot of confidence,” said Pignoli. allowed just two hits. Lauren Mains Manny Melendez had two hits and second when Echevestre tripled and ing contact but it wasn’t good enough.” the first inning. Mike Diaz whacked a scored on a passed ball. In the Raider In the bottom of the first, leadoff went 2-for-3 with two RBI and two an RBI for East Side. Kearny 110 303 0 8 hitter Flannery bashed a sizzler past runs scored. solo homer in the sixth. second, Cox drilled his double down Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 010 030 0 4

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PUBLICATION SHELMAN FLICKS IN TWO GOALS, ZAFFUTO SAVES 20 Raiders Get 2nd Seed For County Softball The 9-0 Scotch Plains-Fanwood Kent Place Dragons Burn Up High School softball team received the second seed for the upcoming Union County Tournament, which will begin tomorrow, April 28. De- fending champions Brearley, with Blue Devil Lady Laxers, 15-5 an 8-0 record, received the top seed, Governor Livingston received the By FRED LECOMTE Tucker and Emma Laird each flicked flowed down low into Devil turf, third seed and Cranford received Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times in one goal. swarmed around the ball constantly, the fourth seed. Possession, smart passes and lots “We were really excited and had nearly unchallenged and punished UNION COUNTY SEEDS: of firepower broke the game wide high hopes coming into this game. Zaffuto with 19 shots in the first half, 1. Brearley, 2. Scotch Plains- open in the first half as the Kent Place We started off strong, however, we eight of them striking its target. Carolyn Fanwood, 3. Governor Livingston, 4. girls’ lacrosse team overwhelmed the suffered a huge mental shift in the Bradley, Georgia Bird (2) Cassie Spano, Cranford, 5. Union, 6. Union Catholic, 7. Roselle Park, 8. Linden, 9. Westfield, Westfield High School girls, 15-5, in game that caused us to force passes Elaine Welch, Hanley (2) and Rebecca 10. New Providence, 11. Mother Se- Summit on April 19. Seven different and create turnovers against us,” said Krom scored. Blue Devil Mary Kate ton, 12. Roselle Catholic, 13. Dayton, Dragons spewed out a combined 15 Blue Devil Head Coach Liz Coulson. Luker countered with a goal off an 14. Plainfield, 15. Elizabeth, 16. goals. Blue Devil goalie Michelle Zaffuto assist by Kristen Fortino at 8:58, and Johnson, 17. Hillside, 18. Roselle, 19. Christin Hanley sank four goals withstood a pelting of 36 shots, made Shelman scorched the net off a feed by Summit, 20. Rahway and Cassie Speno registered three 20 saves – several of them spectacular. McDonald at the 5:47 mark. goals to lead the 5-2 Dragons. Goalie “It’s really all mental. You have to In the second half, the Dragon Mike Murray to Play Mattie Wasser was getting some good keep your head up. It’s all team work, attackers continued their punishing David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times looks and came up with the 15 crucial even if your team is down a little,” ways over Blue Devil defenders with DOING HER JOB…Raider Lauren Benovengo heads toward first after laying In HS National Game stops when needed. The 5-3 Blue said Zaffuto. “You need to take every seven more goals. Welch, Hanley down a bunt to move the runner. HACKETTSTOWN – Westfield Devils successfully penetrated shot. If a goal goes in, you need to (2), Kate Sheridan, Speno (2) and High School (WHS) senior Mike Dragon terrain and got two goals from shake it off and keep going.” Lizzie Kennedy found the net. Murray was selected to the only all- Julie Shelman. Ali McDonald, Rachel The hustling Dragons en masse, Shelman ran with lots of intensity star baseball game for senior ath- taking the ball from midfield and Raiders Survive Late Threat, letes – The 2006 All-American Base- rippled the net at 22:06. ball Game presented by PlayStation “Julie definitely is one of our stron- – on April 24. Murray joins an elite gest players on the field. She was able Hold Off Softball Lions, 8-7 list of athletes playing in the Fourth to get around a lot of the defenders CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 Annual East vs. West All-Star Clas- even while being double teamed but sic on Wednesday, June 7, at Iso- she’s not going to be able to do that gave up two hits and two walks while Kaskiw came to the rescue. topes Park in Albuquerque, New every time. She knows that and the striking out two. Looking ahead to the second half Mexico. rest of the team knows that,” said The Raiders scored a run in the first of the season, Benovengo said, “We The 2006 All-American Game Coulson. when Colineri was hit by a pitch, haven’t come across many teams that will be cablecast live on Fox Sports Laird contributed with a goal at advanced to second on a wild pitch, we would like to face and challenge Net at 7 p.m. (MST) and will feature 10:53 and Tucker scorched the twine moved to third on Kaskiw’s single to see what our true skills are when it the nation’s top 36 high-school base- with a goal with 1:20 remaining. and scored on Mains’ grounder to comes down to it. We don’t want to ball student-athletes. “It comes down to an individual third. get too confident!” WHS, along with the game’s pro- level, but they did not pick it up as The score remained 1-0 until the Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 100 051 1 8 ducer, SportsLink, held a pep rally much as I thought they would. The top of the fifth, when the Raiders Roselle Catholic 000 002 5 7 in Murray’s honor on April 25. mental shift started halfway through went on a five-run rampage. Goines the first half and they could not pick walked, Sette tripled to center and it up from there and it definitely cost Kaskiw lofted an RBI sac fly to left. us the game,” said Coulson. Mains singled, Piniat walked, Lusk “We were not mentally prepared reached on an error and Benovengo, enough. We have the skills to beat a who also laid down a bunt to advance team like this, we just didn’t show the runner in the second inning, un- up ready to perform,” said co-cap- loaded her bases-clearing triple down the right-field line. She considered Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times tain Lauren Sinnenberg. “We talked HAVING A VERY BUSY DAY…Blue Devil goalie Michelle Zaffuto withstood a about it after the game and what we scoring but held up. pelting of 36 shots and made 20 saves, several of them spectacular against Kent Place. can do better but it’s really just a “I think I could have scored. The See another picture on page 17. learning experience. We need to ball was pretty far out there but I learn how to perform and learn to wanted to play it safe. I’d rather do turn our nerves into intensity. This my job, get those people in and not Wondering What Your Home Is Worth is something we need to know hap- take the chance of getting out. I needed pened and not let it repeat.” a boost in the batting average,” said In Today’s Market? Benovengo. Considering her bunt, Benovengo CALL TODAY FOR A FREE CONSULTATION Raider Golfers Stop said, “Small ball sometimes is an St. Peter’s Prep important part of a game.” “FOR THE SERVICE YOU EXPECT. . . AND DESERVE” Kaskiw drilled an RBI single in the Raymond “Ray” Pardon The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High sixth and it seemed the Raiders had School gold team upped its record to clear sailing with a 7-0 lead but, in the Sales Associate 7-0 by defeating St. Peter’s Prep, 150- bottom of the inning, clouds began to Residential, Commercial & Investment 157, at the par-33 Scotch Hills course form. Jackie Murtha (2-for-3) tripled Properties – Sales & Rentals on April 20. Raider Brian Pak turned to left and Kelly Williams (2-for-2, 3 in the best score of 35 and topped it RBI) brought her home with a triple. Office: 908-322-4434 Ext 119 off by getting a hole-in-one on the Jillian Iazzetta (2-for-4) followed with David B. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 27, 2006 Page 17 Raider Boys Win 3, Devils 1 At Raider Track Relays The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High sixth at 227’9”. School boys won three events and Blue Devils Evan Friedman established meet records in two of (4:38.9), Jeff Perrella (4:25.8), Kris them at the Raider Relays in Kagan (4:49.4) and Jay Hoban Hillsborough on April 22. The (4:43.8) won the 6400-meter relay Westfield High School boys won one with a time of 18:38. The Blue Dev- event, grabbed one second, one third ils also placed second in the 3200- and four fifth places. relay at 8:27.2. Union Catholic was Raiders Kyle Rowbotham, with a fifth at 8:32. Westfield took third in meet-best 41’8.5”, and Nehemiah the pole vault at 19 feet, tied for fifth Burney-Porter broke the old meet in the high jump at 11’1” and fifth in record of 78’8.75” set by Union in the sprint medley at 55 seconds. The David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times 2004 in the triple jump with a com- Raiders placed fourth in the distance SERVING IN A TIEBREAKER…Blue Devil Evan Eisenberg serves to his bined distance of 82’4”. The Blue medley at 11:18 followed by the Millburn opponent during a tiebreaker at second doubles. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Devils placed fifth in the event at Vikings at 11:23. The Vikings fin- KEEPING THINGS IN CHECK…Blue Devil defender Will Harbaugh, No. 22, 74’5.5”. Robotham, James Alfano and ished second in the 800-meter relay attempts to prevent a Randolph attacker from penetrating the middle. Tom Pennella finished first in the 400 with a time of 1:34.9 and the Raiders intermediate hurdles with a time of were fifth at 1:37.1. The Raiders No. 1 Millburn Millers Stop 2:58.3. Robotham ran his leg in 55.4. took fourth in the javelin with a He also split 52.1 on the third-place distance of 254’2” and sixth in the Randolph Edges Blue Devils 1600-meter relay and ran a 15.1 on long jump at 36’7.75 behind the Blue No. 6 Blue Devil Netmen, 5-0 the sixth-place shuttle hurdles. Devils at 36.8.5”. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 Mike Alleman had the best toss in Blue Devils Meg and Rose Driscoll, “Justin is a great athlete and a great In Wild Boys Lax Game, 9-8 the shot put at 52’9.5” and John Badala Millburn at this point in the season is Ayn Wisler and Stephanie Cortinhal player and a lefty, which helps. I to gauge where we are and where we CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 had a toss of 48’3” as the Raider placed second in the girls 4x800 with thought Kevin played wonderfully, twosome broke the meet record of have to go. At every level from first a time of 9:54.9. The Raider girls made a good showing and I’m very singles through second doubles, that’s then Ed Blinkas scored to give the Rubio answered to give the Rams a 9- 100’0.5” set by Manalapan in 2004 placed third in the 4x400 at 4:20.8 Rams a 2-1 lead at the end of the first 4 lead entering the fourth quarter. proud of him,” said Kapner. what we are trying to do here and we with a distance of 101’0.5”. Union followed by the Vikings at 4:26.8. After dropping the first set, 6-4, Blue quarter. Yarusi assisted by Simone scored Catholic took sixth in the event at are certainly within striking distance,” The Raiders also took third in the shot Devils Evan Eisenberg and Matt Gralla said Kapner. “Our job is not to be the The 2-5 Blue Devils could not find the first of four unanswered goals in 84.8.75”. Alleman also had the best put at 62’10.5” and sixth in the discus the net in the second quarter while the the quarter. Yarusi assisted Nolan on Weichert gave Millers Brian Kyle and Kyle Roth best team now, but to be the best team toss in the discus at 130’2” to lead his at 167’1”. The Vikings placed third in all they could handle to force a tiebreaker 6-3 Rams struck for three to open a 5- Weichertthe second goal and Maus stole a ball twosome to third in the event with a at the end of the year, if not this year, the high jump at 9’8” and fourth in the at second doubles, but the Millburn pair the best team next year, since we are so 1 lead. Kyle McGrath (2 goals, 1 in Blue Devil territory, charged down distance of 229’6”. The Vikings took 4x100 at 51.7 and the 4x200 at 1:50.7. assist), Grover and James Rubio (2 field and stuffed in the third goal. prevailed 7-6 (9-7). At first doubles, young. In the process of losing, some- goals) found the net. With 3:04 remaining, Sharkey, as- Millers Mike Flamm and Josh Israel times you learn more than in the pro- Situations got worse before they sisted by Simone, made the score 9-8. outlasted Jack Trimble and Dean Th- cess of winning.” ompson, 6-3, 6-4. got better when Ram Greg Sopko “Eventually things are going to start First singles: Justin Roth (M) d. Kevin scored the first goal of the third quar- clicking. If we played in the first half “I was very happy with the team Shallcross, 6-2, 6-2 effort. Ravi and our doubles were Second singles: Jason Magnes (M) d. ter. The Blue Devils responded with like we did in the second half, we are Ravi Netravali, 6-3, 6-7 (5-7), 6-2 three goals. Simone, assisted by going to dominate teams. We came right in there, and for Kevin to play so well. His opponent was ranked 12th Third singles: Will Kendall (M) d. James Sharkey, scored first. 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Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated. www.KimHaley.com 209 Central Avenue, Westfield, NJ 07090 Page 18 Thursday, April 27, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION St. Bart’s Men’s League Holds Annual Softball Player Draft On April 18, the St. Bart’s Men’s On Friday, May 5, at 6:30 p.m., the Softball League held their 28th an- first game of the season will be played nual player selection draft. The draft at Scotch Plain’s Brookside Park and allotted 15 players to each of the 10 will pit St. Anthony against St. Jo- teams. Approximately half of the seph. Admission is free for the first league’s players attended the event. 500 fans. Come early and stay late. The teams, captains and sponsors are Another wild and crazy St. Bart’s listed by division: season is about to get started. ANGELS DIVISION: For more information about the St. Anne, Joe McEvoy, Sideline Sports St. Nicholas, Nick Dinizo, Kingpin Thor- league, visit the league’s website at oughbred www.stbartssoftball.com which was St. Anthony, Tony Perconte, Fanwood created by Howard Bialos. Clipper St. Blaise, Tom Sherwin, Greenkeepers St. Stephen, Howard Bialos, A Wireless WTA Men’s Singles Home SAINTS DIVISION- Tennis Ladder Told: St. Mark, Mark Romaine, Mark DiFrancesco Paving The 2006 WTA Men’s Tennis Lad- St. Aloysius, Joe Romash, Family In- der will kick off Monday, May 1. The vestors WTA is looking forward to an active All-American Gymnast Ted Brown on the Pommel Horse St. Luke, Luke Fugett, Brian’s Discount 2006 on the newly renovated court at Liquors David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times St. Joseph, Dean Talcott, Rossi Funeral Tamaques Park. Lat year’s playoff Shackamaxon Golf Pro Michael Kierner Home winners were Gary Wasserman in the Westfield’s Ted Brown Earns St. Jude, Tony Perfilio, Standard Pest A Division and Mike Gonella in the B Control division. Shackamaxon Pro Explains Based on the outcome of the draft, Sign-ups are still taking place. Plesae All-America in Gymnastics league pundits have prognosticated visit the WTA website at that St. Blaise and St. Stephen in the www.westfieldnj.com/wta for your University of Illinois senior Ted As a walk-on, Brown competed for How to Hit a Bunker Shot Angels Division and St. Mark and St. application. Applications, along with Brown finished runner up for Pom- the team at Springfield College in Luke in the Saints Division are headed membership dues, can then be sent to mel Horse Champion in the 2006 Massachusetts as a freshman. He was By MICHAEL KIERNER should feel quite long but try to keep for successful seasons. the WTA at P.O. Box 125, Westfield NCAA Men’s Gymnastics Champi- the New England Pommel Horse Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times these swings smooth. Try to perform NJ 07091. Questions regarding the onship Event Finals hosted by the Champion and was awarded How many times have you swung this same motion with a golf ball. WF ‘Y’ to Offer ladder or the WTA can be directed to University of Oklahoma at Lloyd Springfield’s Courageous Athlete of and the golf ball stayed in the bunker Try to hit sand behind the ball and Richard Pardo at [email protected]. Noble Center in Norman on April 8. the Year (2003). Also in 2003, Brown or you hit the ball and it flew over the continue to a full finish. The ball Kindergarten Hoops FINAL 2005 STANDINGS: Brown scored 9.312, second only was awarded Eastern Collegiate Ath- green? This is probably because you should now gently fly out of the The Westfield Area Y is planning a 1. Gary Wasserman 20. Ross Errazo to California’s Timothy McNeill letic Conference Rookie of the Year don’t know the correct concept to hit bunker and land softly on the green. kindergarten basketball league for 2. Robert Errazo 21. Brian Anderson (9.350). Ted also competed on April as well as USAG Collegiate All a bunker shot properly. There is a great drill to help you boys and girls. Sessions will be held 3. Chris Conley 22. Tom Bigosinki 7, contributing to the Fighting Illini American. The club will never hit the ball, it 4. Melvin Diep 23. Joe Donnolo with this shot; it is called the Rake- at the Robert & Virginia Bauer Fam- 5. Tuyen Diep 24. Adam Krell team’s finish in second place to Okla- As a sophomore, Brown transferred only hits the sand. The club should Line Drill. Make two lines in the ily Branch, 422 East Broad Street, 6. Vince Camuto 25. Ethan Krell homa, defending national champion. to University of Illinois, where he is a enter the sand behind the ball and sand about six inches apart. Take a and will be rotating times between 7. Weldon Chin 26. Jeremy Krell Brown received his gymnastics sports management major. In 2005, then slide through the sand until well swing and make a divot in the sand noon and 5 p.m. The program runs 8. Mike Gonella 27. Todd Krell training and competed on the team at he was Big Ten Conference Pommel past the ball. This type of idea will 9. Richard Pardo 28. Dewey Rainville from the back line to the front line. from May 7 to June 25. 10. Steve Parker 29. Mike Valente Surgents Elite in Roselle Park. He Horse Champion. He qualified for help you create a shallow entry angle This drill will help create a shal- Everyone gets to play. As in all 11. Chris Wendel *Chris Blaise struggled with major medical prob- 2005 USA National Championships of the club into the sand. lower swing and hit the sand out of YMCA programs, the development 12. Dan Siegel *Ilia Bouchouev lems in high school, which interrupted and Winter Cup Championships in Now let’s enter the bunker for some the bunker onto the green. Remem- of caring, honesty, respect and re- 13. Andrew Cohen *Ryan Brown his career as an all-around gymnast. Las Vegas 2005 and 2006. practice. The first thing you will 14. Paul Moum *Chris Farella ber, if the sand is hit onto the green, sponsibility will be stressed. This pro- 15. Steve Satkin *Mike Manders need to do is to dig your feet into the the ball will be hit out of the bunker gram is open to both members and 16. Jon Eisenberg *Chris Miller sand as deep as possible so you have onto the green. non-members. Children must be reg- 17. Alex Winnicker *Paul Newsome WF U14 AAU Wizards Beat good footing. Next, start to take some Michael Kierner is the Director of istered by this Friday, April 28. 18. Vollbrechthausen*Steven Shane practice swings and make sure you Instruction at Shackamaxon Golf and 19. David Ferio *Joshua Suri For more information, call or e- *Denotes new members for 2006 are hitting the sand. Make big enough Country Club. For more information mail Jennifer Hessberger, sports di- NJ Elite, NJ Storm Cagers practice swings so you hit the sand about lessons, please call (908) 233- rector, (908) 233-2700, extension no. out of the bunker. Now your swing 3989. 258 or e-mail WTA Men’s Masters After loosing to the host Crusad- led all scorers with 15 points. Harry [email protected]. Also, Tennis Ladder Told: ers, last year’s U13 NJ State Cham- and Hynes netted 10 points each. volunteer coaches are needed. Any- pions, the Westfield Wizards girls Jakub sank four points and Simcox BY OWNER one interested in coaching should call The Westfield Tennis Association basketball team defeated the NJ Elite, had two. Jennifer at the above number. will be starting its 2006 ladders on 39-27, and the NJ Storm, 41-35, at Against the Storm, Handza hit OPEN HOUSE May 1. This includes the Men’s the Crusader Classic Tournament on three 3-pointers and led all scorers Sunday, April 30, 1:00 to 4:00PM Masters singles ladder for men over April 23 at West Orange High School. with 17 points. Forwards Harry and 50. Other ladders sponsored by the Point guard Tara Handza was aided Simcox collected a combined total 945 St. Marks Avenue, Westfield WTA include men’s singles and by off-guard Noelle Hynes and small of 23 rebounds, while Matthew and doubles, women’s singles and forward Cyndel Matthew in turning Pinto combined for 11 rebounds. doubles, and mixed doubles. There back the Elite pressure defense. The Cyndel Matthew picked up three was an active season last year for trio collected six, four and two as- assists on fast break passes and Men’s Masters singles. sists, respectively. Lauren Harry Handza, Jakub and Simcox com- Check the website pulled 12 rebounds, Gab Jakub had bined for eight assists off skillful www.westfieldnj.com/wta or find eight, Cassie Simcox had six and entry passes into the high and low applications around town at loca- Gerianna Pinto had three. Handza post. Harry fired in 10 points, Jakub tions, including the library, and send had eight and Pinto, Simcox and your $20 signup sheet indicating WTA Men’s Doubles Matthew netted two each. your phone, email, and ladders you The Wizards travel to East want to sign up in. Also, check for Tennis Ladder Begins Stroudsburg University in Pennsyl- upcoming men’s singles and The 2006 WTA Men’s Tennis vania on May 4-5 to play in the Big doubles tournaments on May 6-7 Ladder season is set to kick off Bounce Tournament, where they will and June 24, respectively, and Monday May 1. 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Henry Williams e-mail Jim Oslislo at available to young people in the company. includes an inviting LR w/raised hearth gas fireplace, 3. Don Dohm It does not discriminate on the basis of 4. Hank Koehler [email protected]. to match up in- race, color, ethnic and national origin in formal DR, large sunny EIK, comfortable FR w/raised 5. Chris Wendel dividuals in search of partners. Ap- administration of its educational policies, hearth brick fireplace, 4 spacious bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 6. Jeff Connolly plications, along with membership admissions policies, scholarship and loan 7. Joe Donnolo dues, can then be sent to the WTA at programs, and athletic and other company- hardwood floors throughout. Thirteen large closets. 8. Dewey Rainville administered programs. Convenient to all NYC transportation and charming 9. George Sincox P.O. Box 125, Westfield NJ 07091. 1 T - 4/27/06, The Leader Fee: $13.77 downtown Westfield. A Must See! (908) 233-0033 or (908) 447-3825. 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An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated. WESTFIELD OFFICE • 209 CENTRAL AVENUE • (908) 233-5555 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 27, 2006 Page 19 Sports Squirts (ages 3 to 5). This will begin Tuesday, June 6. FSO Program to Address program, taught by the U.S. Sports Scotch Plains Recreation Jazzercise. This eight-week class Institute, introduces different sports costs $90. Classes are available in each week. The program will be held Department Events Calendar several time slots: Mondays from 9:30 Behavior Modification at Kramer Manor Park on Monday to 10:30 a.m., 5:45 p.m. and 7 to 8 through Friday, July 31 through Au- by: Allison Halperin p.m.; Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.; Wednes- WESTFIELD – The Family Sup- and advocacy for parents and gust 4, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. The cost days at 9:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Thurs- port Organization (FSO) of Union caregivers of children with special [email protected] is $85 per person. (908) 322-6700 ext. 221 days at 5:45 and 7 p.m., and Satur- County will offer a free program on mental health needs. Fun Dances (ages 2 ½ through 8). days at 8 and 9 a.m. Register with “Why Is My Child Behaving This To reserve a space, be placed on a Scotch Plains resident Assia Moran Bernadette at Scotch Hills Country Way? Use of Behavior Modifica- mailing list for future events or for will teach this new program. The pro- League baseball player Willie Wilson to 2 p.m. The fee is $145 per person. Club. There is a one-time $25 joiners’ tion Techniques at Home.” It will be more information, please call Kathy, gram incorporates dance movements and other former players. Only 40 par- A four-week program will be offered fee for new members. held Wednesday, May 3, from 7 to 9 Gail or Mary at (908) 789-7625 with instruction to music. Learn line ticipants will be accepted. The fee is on Tuesdays beginning the week of “Make You Want to Dance.” Learn p.m. at the FSO office at 137 Elmer during business hours. dances and circle dances. Classes will $225 for township residents and $250 June 25 for ages 3 to 6, from 3 to 3:45 new steps and meet new people at this Street in Westfield. be held at the Towne House in Green PUBLIC NOTICE for non-residents. Checks should be made p.m. or from 4 to 4:45 p.m. for ages 5 class held at the Town House in Green Dr. Jennifer Cohen, a clinical psy- Forest Park for ages 2 ½ through 5 payable to Willie Wilson Baseball. to 8 at a fee of $80 per person. Forest Park. Entertainment is pro- chologist with extensive training in NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT from 4 to 4:45 p.m. and for ages 6 to Maracas Summer Camps. Parents Youth Tennis Team (Ages 10 to 17). vided by John Russitano from “Make the field of child psychology and FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS 8 from 5 through 5:45 p.m. The pro- can choose one or all camps as fol- This program will begin Monday, June you Want to Dance.” Call Allison at behavior modification, will be the gram will be held on Saturdays from lows: El Verano (the summer): June 26, at 1 p.m. at Kramer Manor Park CONTRACTOR: Peter Korn, Esq.; (908) 322-6700, extension 222. There featured speaker. She has worked May 6 through June 10. The fee is $35 26 to 30, from 9 to 11 a.m.; July 10 to and run Monday through Friday, un- is no fee to attend. Classes will be with children of all ages at agencies McDonough, Korn & Eichorn, P.C.; 959 South Springfield Avenue, PO Box 712, per person. 14, from 9 to 11 a.m., or noon to 2 til August 11. Some will compete in offered Wednesdays, May 3 and June such as Head Start and Mental Springfield, New Jersey 07081 Multi-Sports Camp. Experience p.m., or Los Paises (the countries) matches with other communities. The 7, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Town Health Resources and educated par- NATURE OF SERVICE: Authorizing more than 15 sports in one week. Run from July 17 to 21, 9 to 11 a.m. or noon fee is $15 per person and registration House in Green Forest Park. ents about the special needs of chil- release of additional funds for special le- gal counsel, Peter Korn, Esq. in his repre- by the U.S. Sports Institute, the half- dren and the use of behavior modi- sentation of former Captain and Police day program introduces 10 sports fication techniques at home. Chief Marshall Nelson in the matter of each week. The camp will be held at The program will spotlight be- (Lonergan, et al. v. Township of Scotch Kramer Manor Park, Monday through havioral disorders of childhood and Plains, et. al.) DURATION: Completion of above. Thursday, July 31 through August 4, focus on identifying early warning AMOUNT: Not to exceed $3,500. and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for children signs, describing the symptom pre- billed at the previously agreed upon hourly aged 5 to 7 at $155 per child, and from sentation and what a parent can do rate and to be applied toward fees and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at $175 per child for to respond to these behaviors. The costs for those services, which shall be subject to the approval of the Township ages 7 to 14. Parents should register goal of the presentation will be to Attorney and which are not covered by children at the recreation office, room provide parents with an opportu- insurance. 113 of the municipal building. Exciting New Listings nity to seek answers to their child’s THE RESOLUTION AND CONTRACT Summer Park Program (ages 6 to behavior. FOR SAME ARE ON FILE IN THE OF- FICE OF THE TOWNSHIP CLERK. 12). This program runs from Wednes- The FSO is contracted by the New Barbara Riepe day, July 5 through Friday, August Jersey Department of Human Ser- Township Clerk 11, from 9 a.m. through 3 p.m., Mon- vices to offer support, education 1 T - 4/27/06, The Times Fee: $24.48 day through Friday. Parents can PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE choose from Brookside or Green For- est Parks. Registration is $40 before BOROUGH OF FANWOOD BOROUGH OF FANWOOD PLANNING BOARD PLANNING BOARD June 10 and $50 after this date. Tennis Clinic. This program is Please take notice that on May 24, Please take notice that on May 24, 2006 at 7:30 P.M. at the Fanwood Bor- 2006 at 7:30 PM at the Fanwood Borough suited for players who are of begin- ough Hall, located at 75 North Martine Hall, located at 75 North Martine Avenue, ner to intermediate level. The U.S. Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey, the Plan- Fanwood, New Jersey, the Planning Board Sports Institute camp teaches chil- ning Board will hold a hearing on the will hold a hearing on the application of the dren the basic fundamentals in stroke application of the undersigned. The prop- undersigned. The property in question is erty in question is located at: 68 LaGrande located at: 163 Burns Way, Fanwood, production, court movement and ba- Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey, also New Jersey, also known as Block 85 Lot sic footwork skill. Children must known as Block 81 Lot 47, as shown on the 20, as shown on the Fanwood Tax Map, bring their own racket. The clinic will Fanwood Tax Map, owned by Marie & owned by Thomas & Lydia Armstrong. be held Monday through Friday, Au- Rocco Paternostro. The applicant requests a home ex- The applicant requests Lot Width and pansion, which is in violation of Section gust 7 to 11, at Kramer Manor Park Side Yard Variances, which are in viola- 184-110-E9 of the Fanwood Land Use from 4:30 to 6 p.m. for ages 7 to 9 and tion of Section 184-110E2 & 184-110E5 of Code. Variance Requested: Building Cov- from 6 to 7:30 p.m. for ages 10 to 14. the Fanwood Land Use Code. erage; Required: 25%, Present: 25.4%; The cost is $105 per child. Variance Requested: Lot Width; Re- Proposed: 27.8%; Willie Wilson Baseball Camp ( quired: 75 feet; Present: 53 feet; Pro- The applicant requests a home ex- ages posed: 53 feet. pansion, which is in violation of Section 10-16). This camp will be held Monday Variance Requested: Side Yard; Re- 184-110-E10 of the Fanwood Land Use through Friday, July 10 to 13, at Farley quired: 15 feet; Proposed: 6 feet. Code. Variance Requested: Impervious Park. The camp is run by former Major Variance Requested: Side Yard; Re- Coverage; Required: 35%; Present: quired: 10 feet; Proposed: 6 feet. 42.4%; Proposed: 44.8% Open House Sunday: 1-4 The applicant will also seek such other The applicant will also seek such other PUBLIC NOTICE Charming Colonial on quiet tree lined street. Pristine condition, sunny & spacious rooms featur- relief as may be determined necessary at relief as may be determined necessary at BOROUGH OF FANWOOD the public hearing based upon review of the public hearing based upon review of PLANNING BOARD ing chestnut moldings, brick fireplace, inlaid wood floors and full finished basement. Located on the application or amendment(s) to the the application or amendment(s) to the a quiet tree lined street convenient to schools, shopping and transportation. Offered at $ 629,000. application. application. Notice is hereby given that the PLAN- The file pertaining to this application The file pertaining to this application NING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF Call Irene for more information. is available for public inspection during is available for public inspection during FANWOOD after public hearing on March normal business hours (9 AM - 2 PM) from normal business hours (9 AM - 2 PM) from 29, 2006 granted approval for variances the Secretary of the Planning Board at the the Secretary of the Planning Board at the for side yard setback, structural coverage Administration Office of the Borough of Administration Office of the Borough of and front yard setbacks to Mr. & Mrs. Tom Fanwood at 75 North Martine Avenue, Fanwood at 75 North Martine Avenue, Ryan for property at 184 Marian Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey. Fanwood, New Jersey. Fanwood, New Jersey 07023, being Block Any interested party may appear at Any interested party may appear at 84 and lot 13. said hearing and participate therein in said hearing and participate therein in Documents pertaining to this applica- accordance with the rules of the Fanwood accordance with the rules of the Fanwood tion are available for public inspection at Planning Board. Planning Board. Borough Hall during Normal Business Applicant: Applicant: hours. Marie & Rocco Paternostro Thomas R. & Lydia Armstrong Mr. & Mrs. Tom Ryan 8 Louis Court 163 Burns Way 184 Marian Avenue Edison, New Jersey 08820 Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 1 T - 4/27/06, The Times Fee: $37.73 1 T - 4/27/06, The Times Fee: $37.74 1 T - 4/27/06, The Times Fee: $17.34

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Elegant Ranch Style home on a quiet cul-de-sac in prestigious neighborhood. The spa- Single family homes from the Low $600’s cious rooms and upscale features of the interior, the professionally landscaped 1 acre Models open daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. property combined with the dramatic in ground pool and pool house make this home truly Call 908-301-9200 extraordinary. Offered at $ 949,000. Please call Irene for information. Directions: from GSP take exit 135 to Central Ave. in Clark. Left at North Ave. to first right onto Elm. At 2nd light make left onto Dudley Irene Katz to first right onto Prospect. Left onto Madison to end. Sales Associate BROKERS WELCOME 2003-2005 NJAR Circle of Excellence Coldwell Banker International President’s Circle Cell: 908-419-6982 email: [email protected] WWW.PRCNEWHOMES.COM www.irenekatzhomes.com ©2005 Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed Coldwell Banker Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT, Incorporated. WESTFIELD OFFICE • 209 CENTRAL AVENUE • 908-233-5555 Page 20 Thursday, April 27, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

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Proposed is 36.4% / accessories, solid wood, leather cost and during regular business hours, at condo, many upgrades, pool, BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT 3,699 square feet. be able to meet deadlines, the Clerk’s office for members of the gen- pockets, delivery & set-up avail. The Board of Adjustment of the Town of know how to write a lead, and eral public who request the same. The clubhouse, gym, tennis. 1.1M Michael & Jessica Bruder, 3 Mohawk Westfield, New Jersey will meet on Mon- Cost $4,200 sell for $1,695 summary of the terms of such bond ordi- OPEN HOUSE 4/29, 4/30 12:00 Trail, Seeking permission to construct an take an active interest in their day May 8, 2006 in the Council Chambers Call (973) 902-8306 nance follows: addition contrary to the requirements of beats in order to develop news to 4:00. Private showings available at the Municipal Building, 425 East Broad (610) 279-0272. Section 12.04F1 & 11.08E7 of the Land HOT TUB / SPA stories. Please email TITLE: BOND ORDINANCE Street, Westfield, New Jersey at 7:30 p.m. Use Ordinance. Ordinance requires a resume and clips to: PROVIDING AN APPROPRIA- to hear and consider the following appeal maximum allowable building coverage of Never used, still in wrapper, [email protected] TION OF $1,888,400 FOR PUBLIC NOTICE for variance(s) from the requirements of 20%. Proposed is 20.7%. Ordinance re- factory warranty, 6 person VARIOUS CAPITAL IM- the Westfield Land Use Ordinance. quires a minimum rear yard setback of 35 PROVEMENTS FOR AND BY TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Desiree’ DeNourie, 1315 Central Av- feet. Proposed is 32 feet. w/lounger, loaded, THE BOROUGH OF NOTICE IS hereby given that at a regu- enue, Seeking permission to maintain a delivery available FANWOOD IN THE COUNTY C. P. Burfield, 404 Harrison Avenue, MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST lar meeting of the Township Council of the side yard patio contrary to the require- OF UNION, NEW JERSEY Seeking permission to construct 2nd and Cost $8000 Sell $3895 Township of Scotch Plains, held on Tues- ments of Section 11.09E6 & 13.02.C1 of Receptionist wanted for renowned AND, AUTHORIZING THE IS- 3rd floor additions over existing 1st floor Call (973) 902-8306 day, April 25, 2006 the following ordi- the Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance re- SUANCE OF $1,377,500 sunroom contrary to the requirements of plastic surgeon’s office in Short nances entitled: quires a minimum side yard setback of 10 BONDS OR NOTES OF THE Section 11.09E6, 12.04F1, 12.04E1, & SUNRAY PLAYSET ASSEMBLY Hills, NJ. Strong computer, phone, feet. Proposed is + 7.5 feet. Ordinance BOROUGH FOR FINANCING AN ORDINANCE PERMIT- 12.03B1 of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordi- requires the deck location to be in the rear front office, interpersonal & PART OF THE APPROPRIA- TING GAMES OF CHANCE ON nance requires a minimum side yard set- Your Sunray swing set from yard. Proposed is in the side yard. communication skills a must. TION SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 3, back of 10 feet. Proposed is + 3 feet. Costco assembled and installed 2006 IN THE TOWNSHIP OF A. DeCamp, 518 Hort Street, Seeking Ordinance requires a maximum allowable Hours: Mon. 8:00 - 1:00 & Thurs. Purpose(s): Various Road Improve- in ONE DAY by a professional SCOTCH PLAINS permission to construct an addition con- coverage of 20%. Proposed is 23.3%. 2:00 - 6:00. Hours may vary. Fax ments including Pleasant Avenue, Russell trary to the requirements of Section Ordinance required maximum allowable Reliable Installer! Call Danny at Road and Watson Avenue, Marian Av- CALENDAR YEAR 2006 OR- resume w/cover ltr to 11.12E6 of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordi- habitable floor area of 35%. Proposed is (201) 951-9649 enue and McDermott Place; Martine Av- DINANCE TO ESTABLISH A (973) 912-4397. nance requires a minimum side yard set- 36.6%. Ordinance requires a setback for enue Sidewalks; Miscellaneous Sidewalk CAP BANK (N.J.S.A. 40A:4- back of 10 feet. Proposed is 9.2 feet. eaves of 7 feet. Proposed is + 1 foot. HOME FURNISHINGS FOR SALE COMPANION CAREGIVERS Replacement; Curb Replacement Program 45.14) and Road Maintenance, Sanitary and Peter & Stephenie Barba, 771 Sum- S.T. Ellis, LLC, 153 Mountain Avenue, were adopted on second and final read- Kitchen Set with leaf $150, 3 piece Storm Sewer Improvements-Byron Lane, mit Avenue, Seeking permission to re- Block 2405, Lot 13 Applicant is seeking COMFORT KEEPERS is seeking ing as amended. wall unit $500, GE full size portable Various Recreation Improvements includ- move an existing non-conforming 2-story site plan approval to extend the residential caring and responsible individuals TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS ing LaGrande Softball Field, Downtown portion of the home and rebuild a structure portion of an existing non-conforming washer $275, Oriental rugs $350, Barbara Riepe to attend to elder clients in their Redevelopment including Renovations to in the same location contrary to the re- mixed use (residential & retail) building. Mirror $45, Marble top table pair Township Clerk homes. If you enjoy cooking, Community House and Parking Lot, Im- quirements of Section 11.08E6 of the Land Applicant proposes to remove an existing 1 T - 4/27/06, The Times Fee: $20.40 $75, Curio $75, Refrigerator $75, shopping, light housekeeping or proved Lighting, Installation of Caboose Use Ordinance. Ordinance requires a mini- detached garage and both remove and Queen size bedroom set $475, just talking: F/T & P/T positions w/ Exhibition, Various Improvements to Mu- mum side yard setback of 10 feet. Present add pavement to reconfigure the parking Portable wheel chair $65, New nicipal Property, including Installation of PUBLIC NOTICE and proposed is 3.72 feet. area. Applicant proposes to construct a flexible hours are available now. Municipal Parking Lights, Public Works two-story addition to the single residential Coach ladies watch $250. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Stone Creek Developer, 808 Lawrence Our services are non-medical and Garage Renovation, Miscellaneous Archi- use portion of the building. Applicant seeks PLANNING BOARD Avenue, Seeking permission to construct Call (973) 418-0238 tectural, Plumbing and Electrical Work, variances from the following sections of require only a passion to help a four car garage contrary to the require- Carriage House Renovation. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the the Land Use Ordinance: others. $10 / Hour. To become a ments of Section 17.02A7 of the Land Use HOUSE CLEANING Appropriation: $1,888,400 Planning Board of the Township of Scotch LIST OF NEW C.40: 55D-70c and d Ordinance. Ordinance requires a maxi- Comfort Keeper today phone Bonds/Notes Authorized: $1,377,500 Plains will hold a Public Hearing on MON- VARIANCES REQUIRED: mum allowable number of vehicles al- Will clean your house, apartment (732) 369-3625 Grants (if any) Appropriated: $360,000 DAY, MAY 8, 2006, at 7:45 pm in Council Section 11.11A of the Land Use Ordi- lowed to be garaged on a one or two family expected to be received from the New Chambers, 430 Park Avenue to hear the nance. Ordinance requires that one & two or condo. I’m trustworthy & Over 500 Independently property is three. Applicant proposes a Jersey Department of Transportation, application of Messercola Brothers Build- family dwelling are allowed, retail/mixed responsible. I do laundry. Good Owned & Operated Offices garage space to store 4 vehicles. $8,468 expected to be received from the ing Co., Inc. for 1461 Martine Avenue, use is prohibited. Retail and residential is references, 5 years exp. Call me! Block 10801, Lot 3, R-1 Zone which pro- present and proposed. PUBLIC NOTICE New Jersey Department of Environmental Christine Sangiacomo, 616 (973) 583-5570 Neide Protection, $44,000 expected to be re- poses to subdivide into three lots, retain Kensington Drive, Seeking permission Section 11.11E5 of the Land Use Ordi- SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD ceived from the Environmental Protection the existing home and construct two new to construct an addition contrary to the nance. Ordinance requires a front yard HOUSE CLEANING SOCCER ASSOCIATION Agency, and $50,000 expected to be re- homes. The following existing variances requirements of Section 11.08E6 & setback of 40 feet. 21 feet is proposed. ceived from the New Jersey Department are requested: 11.08E7 of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordi- Section 12.04F1 of the Land Use Ordi- Polish woman is looking for ANNUAL MEETING of Treasury. Lot 3.01 nance requires a minimum side yard set- nance. Ordinance requires a maximum houses, apartments and offices The Annual General Meeting of the Section 20 Costs: $24,068 Section 23-3.4A, Para. A, Col 7; Front back of 10 feet. Present and proposed is allowable coverage for buildings of 20%. to clean. Very good experience Scotch Plains Fanwood Soccer Associa- Useful Life: 21.64 Years setback; Average: 52.13 feet; Existing: 9.93 feet. Ordinance requires a minimum 20.3% is proposed. tion will be held Wednesday, May 10, 8:00 Eleanor McGovern 31.17 feet. rear yard setback of 35 feet. Present and Variances, waivers or exceptions from and references. Phone number PM at Scotch Hills Country Club. Borough Clerk Lots 3.02 and 3.03 proposed is 31.35 feet. certain site plan details or relief from re- (732) 952-3451 1 T - 4/27/06, The Times Fee: $8.67 1 T - 4/27/06, The Times Fee: $58.65 Section 23-2.3b; Lots not fronting on an quirements may be sought as appropri- improved street. Christina Martini, 618 Arlington Av- ate. All interested persons may be present enue, Seeking permission to replace a 2- Plans and application are on file in the and be heard. The file pertaining to this car garage with a 1-car garage and to office of the Town Engineer, 959 North application is in the Office of the Planning construct an addition contrary to the re- Avenue West, Westfield, New Jersey and Board and is available for public inspec- quirements of Section 12.04F & 12.04E of may be seen Monday through Friday from tion during regular office hours. the Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance re- 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Barbara Horev quires a maximum building coverage of Lori A. Boyd, Secretary Secretary to the Planning Board 20%. Proposed is 21%. Ordinance re- Board of Adjustment 1 T - 4/27/06, The Times Fee: $24.99 quires a maximum floor area ratio of 32% 1 T - 4/27//06, The Leader Fee: $106.59

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600 North Ave Westfield ,NJ 07090 908-233-0065 x 6679 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 27, 2006 Page 21 Lawyer Speak on Elder Law, Union County Taxpayers Are Estate Tax and Medicare Being Taken for a Ride WESTFIELD — The Westfield and the Veterans pension benefit. By Patricia Quattrocchi 14, at approximately 4:45 p.m., a Area Y will offer a special seminar on Mr. Giuditta has been an attorney Candidate for Union County Freeholder, GOP county-owned vehicle was spotted in May 17 at the main Y Facility, 220 for 18 years. He represents individu- A statement released by Union the parking lot of a local health club Clark Street, from noon to 1 p.m. als seeking guidance with estate plan- County Sheriff Ralph Froelich ap- on North Avenue in Garwood. A re- Nicholas Giuditta 3rd, a Cranford ning, probate and disability protec- pearing in the March 16 edition of view of the county “portal to portal” attorney and member of the National tion matters. He is a member of the The Westfield Leader and other Union vehicle list showed that the vehicle in Academy of Elder Law, will speak on National Academy of Elder Law At- County newspapers obviously was question, a 2003 Crown Victoria, is “Elder Law and You.” torneys and of the New Jersey State intended to justify Union County currently assigned to the head of the Mr. Giuditta will address the sig- Bar Association. The National Acad- Undersheriff/Assemblyman Joe county finance department. nificance of preparing or updating emy of Elder Law Attorneys Cryan’s unlimited access of a county- Chapter 139 of the county admin- wills, powers of attorney and living (NAELA) was established in 1987. owned vehicle. The vehicle in ques- istrative code entitled “Vehicles, wills. In addition, methods to elimi- NAELA is a national organization of tion was vandalized, by an alleged County Owned” states: “It shall be nate or reduce the impact of the “new” elder law attorneys devoted to the stalker, while parked in Trenton when the policy of the County of Union that New Jersey estate tax will be dis- continuing education and training of the assemblyman was there for non- the use of a County-assigned vehicle cussed. Information will also be pro- attorneys who deal with legal issues county business. by an employee shall be limited to vided regarding the new Medicare facing older adults, people with dis- BEAUTIFYING MINDOWASKIN…The Friends of Mindowaskin has invested Sheriff Froelich indicated that there official County business, and said prescription drug program (part D) abilities and their families. in cleaning 66 benches located throughout the park. Bob Christiano and Charlie are three undersheriffs who, along vehicle shall not be used for personal The seminar is free and open to the Tyminski of TSS Handyman Services, pictured above, oversee the work being with himself, have authorized and purposes with the exception of autho- Grant-Writing Wkshp. public. Lunch will be provided for all done. The Friends are also sponsoring a clean-up day this Saturday, April 29, unlimited use of county vehicles to rized commuting use to and from the participants; reservations are required. from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Volunteers should come with gloves and rakes. assist in fulfilling the respective re- employee’s workstation.” It could be Offered For Arts Orgs. This presentation is a part of the quirements of their office to include argued that this employee, who re- WESTFIELD – Community arts new “Food for Thought” series of quick responses to county emergen- sides in the area, was on his way organizations, schools, libraries, workshops and lectures for adults Law Signed to Protect cies. Mr. Cryan’s county responsi- home from a hard days work and health and social service agencies being offered at the Westfield Area Y. bilities are administrative in nature merely stopped off to relax in the and other non-profit organizations are For more information and to reserve and include overseeing three clerks sauna. The problem with that argu- invited to attend a grant-writing work- a seat, call Linda Christopher at (908) Developmentally Disabled looking after contracts, payroll, bud- ment is that Union County govern- shop on Wednesday, May 3, spon- 233-2700, extension no. 414 or e- gets, purchasing and statistics collec- ment was closed for business that day sored by the County of Union. The mail [email protected] TRENTON – State officials must a key function of all governing bod- tion, as well as the Training, Internal and “portal to portal” doesn’t mean program will begin at 7 p.m. in the no later than Monday, May 15. now obtain a court order before send- ies,” said Sen. Kean. “This legislation Affairs and Legal Process units that home to work, to gym, to Shop Rite, Union County Annex Building, lo- ing a developmentally disabled per- will safeguard our most vulnerable have their own individual command- with a stop at Star Bucks for a latte, cated at 300 North Avenue East, in Singers Present son to the criminal unit of the New citizens from unethical and unwar- ing officers. I wonder just what part then home again. Westfield. Lisbon Developmental Center. Sena- ranted incarceration.” of his position necessitates unlimited The inappropriate use of county- The workshop will provide spe- “O Ladye Fayre” tor Tom Kean, Jr. and Assemblyman The impetus for this bill came after use of a county-owned vehicle 24/7 owned vehicles is intolerable; obvi- cific information and guidelines for WESTFIELD – The Madrigal Sing- Eric Munoz (R-21) sponsored this Francis Macias, 38-year-old develop- in the first place; could it be when the ously the taxpayers are being taken completing applications for the Union ers, directed by Elaine Fiorino, will legislation, which was unanimously mentally disabled individual, “signed purchase order numbers get out of advantage of in both of these situa- County Arts Grant Program. Funds present “O Ladye Fayre” on Sunday, passed by the legislature and signed himself in” to the 36-bed moderate sync? Lacking professional law en- tions. The travel requirements of both for this program are made available May 7, at 4 p.m. at the First United into law by Governor Jon Corzine. security unit of the New Lisbon De- forcement experience, it seems un- of these individuals could certainly through the New Jersey State Coun- Methodist Church at One East Broad “Affording protection to individu- velopmental Center. Senior staff at likely that he would be of any real be handled satisfactorily with a reim- cil on the Arts, Department of State, a Street, Westfield. als who cannot protect themselves is New Lisbon ordered the placement usefulness in the event of a security bursement for mileage on their per- partner agency of the National En- Judy Sullivan will introduce sa- even after a judge ruled that Mr. Macias crisis or attack on Elizabeth Port. sonal vehicles, like the rest of the real dowment for the Arts. cred and secular a cappella musical Animal Communicator was not competent to stand trial. He Recently, on Good Friday, April world. Further, according to the All non-profit groups and arts or- selections celebrating women and remained in the unit for more then a county Administrative Codes: “Where ganizations that wish to offer an arts love with readings from Shakespeare, To Speak at Meeting year after criminal charges pending Evalyn Dunn’s Gallery determined by the Bureau of Motor Weichertproject to the public are eligible to Kahlil Gibran, the English Roman- WESTFIELD – Animal communi- against him had been dropped. Vehicles to be appropriate, economy apply for grant funds. Arts activities tics and contemporary poets. cator Pam Saylor will speak and an- “This truly was a travesty of justice Presents Picture It First cars will be utilized by the County of taking place between January 1, 2007 Founded in 1948, The MadrigalWeichertswer questions at the regular meeting of our most vulnerable individuals, WESTFIELD – Evalyn Dunn’s Union.” Now I may be wrong, but and December 31, 2007 are eligible Singers are dedicated to exploring of the Shetland Sheepdog Club of the developmentally disabled. This Gallery in Westfield announced the somehow it is highly doubtful that a for consideration. the a cappella traditions that grew out Northern New Jersey on Friday, May example exemplifies the need for leg- arrival of Picture it First, a framing Crown Victoria could be considered To register for the free May 3 of the musical flowering of the Euro- 5, from 8 to 10 p.m. at the Westfield islative oversight, stated Asm. Munoz. visualization system that allows a user an economy car. workshop, or for information about pean Renaissance. Community Center, 558 West Broad “The significance of this bill was to see a finished picture before any The GOP team of Quattrocchi, other programs and services, con- Local residents singing in this con- Street in Westfield. evident by the unanimous vote in work is even started. Once a design Mortimer and Barabas for Union tact the Union County Division of cert include Pamela Newell, Ms. Saylor is known for communi- both houses of the legislature.” has been laid out, a digital photo is County Freeholder want to ensure Cultural and WeichertHeritage Affairs, lo- Westfield, Kirk Robbins, Fanwood, cating with pets like cats, dogs and “It is very unfortunate that this taken of the art, mat and framing that the hardworking residents of cated at 633 Pearl Street, Elizabeth. John and Lynn Sichel, Mountainside birds, as well as larger animals like situation took place to begin with,” design. Union County are not “taken for a Call (908) 558-2550 or e-mail and Margaret Thompson, horses, in an effort to help owners concluded Kean. “However, it is re- Picture it First can even fill in the ride” any longer, and ask for your [email protected]. Relay users Mountainside. Reader Judy Sullivan understand difficulties their pets may assuring to know that adequate and background with the appropriate color vote of confidence on Election Day. dial 711. resides in Scotch Plains. be experiencing. Admission will be enforceable laws have been enacted to know how it will look in an antici- For additional information about us Admission is by donation at the $3 and refreshments will be served. to prevent it from happening again.” pated room before hanging. To try please contact the UC Republican Town Book Store Hosts door. For further information, call For more information, please call The law took effect immediately the new method, come to the gallery Committee at 908-789-0200 or at (908) 233-1570. (908) 226-1872. after Governor Corzine signed it. Meet and Greets on South Avenue in Westfield. [email protected] WESTFIELD – In a celebration of local talent, The Town Book Store of Westfield willWeichert host two meet-and- greet book signings this weekend. On Saturday, April 29, from 11 New Construction a.m. to 1 p.m., Westfield author Roberta Temes will be in the store to promote his newest book, “The Tap- ping Cure: A Revolutionary System for Rapid Relief from Phobias, Anxi- ety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and More.” Readers will discover the method that instantly allows one to alleviate emotional distress by gently tapping on the particular body parts that cor- respond to acupuncture meridians. 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PUBLICATION VVVAAACNJ OOCNJ ffers DDffers igitaligitaligital PPPhotography Classes SU M M IT SUMMIT – This spring and sum- Traditional or Digital is a two-day mer, the Visual Arts Center of New workshop that will be offered on the Jersey, located at 68 Elm Street in weekend of June 10 and 11 from 10 Summit, is offering several digital pho- a.m. to 4 p.m. Photographer Joan tography classes for both teens and Pamboukes will teach the fundamen- adults in their new digital photo lab. tals of digital or traditional camera Registration is currently being ac- systems, including simple composi- cepted for both the spring and sum- tion, presentation, lighting strategies mer term classes and workshops. and how to use Adobe Photoshop to Introduction to Digital Photogra- make adjustments to enhance photos. phy will be offered on Monday eve- Large Format Archival Printing is a nings from 7 to 9:30 p.m. beginning two-day workshop for all visual and Monday, April 17. The six-week class photographic artists interested in learn- is designed for students 18 and older ing how to make large-scale prints. It FREE PERFORMANCE…Chinese-American music and dance groups will who are new to digital photography. will be held on the weekend of June 24 present a free 90-minute performance at the Kuran Arts Center on Watson Road Through hands-on work and demon- and 25. Instructor Jay Seldin will teach in Fanwood on Sunday, April 30, beginning at 2 p.m. For more information, call strations, participants will learn the participants how to select, prepare and (908) 889-7223. fundamentals of hardware, software fine-tune images for printing on the and the workflows necessary to pro- arts center’s state-of-the-art 7800 and duce digital photographs. 9800 Epson large-scale printers. A pre- Theater Project Travels Students will use Adobe Photoshop requisite for this workshop is Interme- and work on the new Macintosh com- diate to Advanced Photoshop. puters. The same course will be taught All of the above-mentioned six-week The Road To Mecca in the summer session, which runs for digital media classes include five hours TOP HONORS...Alice Ren of Scotch Plains, left, Cameron Rogers of Plainfield CRANFORD – The Road To days at 8 p.m., Sundays at 3 p.m. six weeks beginning Monday, June 5. of free open digital media lab time so and Mi-Reu Park of Edison are overwhelmed at the announcement of their entry Mecca, a drama by Athol Fugard, General admission is $20. On Thurs- Instructor Joan Pamboukes will re- students can practice what they learn. “Super Cooled Cloud Chamber” that took the Math and Science Society’s first peat the class at the same times on For additional information, contact place award at The Wardlaw-Hartridge School in Edison. Freshmen and sopho- opened at The Theater Project, Union days, tickets are $12. Student tickets mores participated in the Second Annual Science Fair under the direction of County College’s Professional Theater are always $10. Reservations, which Monday evenings during the summer the education department at the Visual session. Arts Center of New Jersey at (908) Scotch Plains resident, adviser Roland Marionni, committee chair, sophomore Company, on Thursday, April 20. are recommended, can be made at (908) Azim Sonawalla of Edison and president, junior Ricky Diaz of Union. Directed by Rick Delaney, the cast 659-5189. Introduction to Photoshop for Teens 273-9121 or visit online at includes Noreen Farley, JC Hoyt and (ages 14 to 17) is also offered on www.artcenternj.org. Carol Todd. The production team com- Mondays, from April 17 to May 22. prises Brian Collins (set and light de- TEATEATEATRTRTRO Sí PPO rrresentsesentsesents Ms. Pamboukes will teach students Learn AALearn bout NJ’NJ’bout sss WF GGWF lee Club Announces sign), Cherie Cunningham (costume how to collage and manipulate their BBBest of Colombia images using Adobe Photoshop tech- EEEndangerndangerndangered SSed peciespeciespecies design) and Joel Stigliano (sound de- UNIONUNIONUNION – The greatest hits from sign). niques, with the emphasis placed on MOUNTMOUNTMOUNTAINSIDE – A presenta- 81st SS81st pring Concerttt the Mestizo Folkloric Ballet of New the more inventive aspects of digital tion about New Jersey’s endangered The Road to Mecca is inspired by York’s’ will come to the Wilkins The- the life of the late South African artist art. species will be Thursday, April 20, at WESTFIELD – The Westfield Glee Lojeski, Bridge Over Troubled Water atre at Kean University when Teatro Sí, Students do not need to own a Trailside Nature and Science Center Club announced the schedules and by Simon and Shaw, Put Your Head Helen Martins, whose home today is a in association with Kean University, museum for her highly unusual sculp- camera for this class, which is offered from 7:30 to 9 p.m. for adults, ages 18 program for the 81st-year spring con- On My Shoulder by Anka and Huff presents Ballet Mestizo - The Best of from 4 to 6 p.m. Again, as above, the and older. certs under the directing of Thomas and Workin’ by Snyder. tures. Colombia - on Saturday, April 29, at In the play, Miss Helen has alienated same course will be repeated for teens Blaine Rothauser, a professional Booth and piano accompaniment by The fourth section of operetta songs 7:30 p.m. in the summer term, which runs from naturalist, biologist and photographer, George Lachenauer. includes: Drinking Song by Romberg her rigid religious community by leav- Winner of two A.C.E. awards for ing the church and creating a sculpture June 5 to July 17. will offer a slide presentation featuring On Saturday, April 29, at 4 p.m., the and Rapport, Serenade by Romberg best choreography and best costum- Self Promotion for the Aspiring Art- his own photographs. Learn about a concert will be performed at the First and Lawrence, A Tribute To Sigmund garden of bizarre figures all facing ing, the Mestizo Folkloric Ballet of “Mecca.” Now in her late sixties, Helen ist will be offered in the spring term turtle species that stopped a housing Baptist Church of Westfield, 170 Elm Romberg by MacLean. New York continues to celebrate and on Wednesday afternoons from 12:30 development and a salamander species Street. On the following Saturday, May The special artists vocal and piano is being pressured to leave her home reveal the traditional rhythms of Co- and enter a residence for elderly women. to 3 p.m. Under the guidance of in- seen only one month out of the year. 6, at 8 p.m., the concert will be per- selections will be performed by Carol lombia. structor Raul Villarreal, artists who This presentation will alert formed at the First Congregational Bayard and Thomas Booth. Ms. Bayard With eyesight failing and hands not Choreographed and directed by as sure as they had been, Helen is torn wish to master the complexities of participants to the risks animals face church of Westfield, 125 Elmer Street. has performed throughout the United Harold Puente and Armando Moreno, professionally promoting and present- living in the densely populated state, The first section of the program will States, primarily in leading Soprano between Marius, the town’s minister this production contains musical di- who sees an opportunity to reclaim a ing their work to museums, galleries, and New Jersey’s efforts to protect them. be folk songs and ballads, including: Opera roles. Mr. Booth also has per- rection by Harold Gutierrez. The corps and collectors will learn to make a Mr. Rothauser’s work has appeared in L’il Liza Jane arranged by Hunter and formed and directed opera, and sings lost soul by moving Helen into the consists of 18 dancers and singers and home, and Elsa, a young friend and positive long-lasting impression. magazines, calendars and exhibit halls. Shaw, Believe Me If All Those Endear- solo selections, composes, arranges and is accompanied by six musicians dedi- Through hands-on demonstrations Pre-registration is required, as space ing Young charms, arranged by Moore teaches. They will sing duets and solos confidante who challenges Helen to cated to the authenticity of this tradi- maintain her independence. The play and exercises, students will design and is limited. The fee for this presentation and Brewer, My Wild Irish Rose and from The Great American Song Book tional genre. assemble business cards, letterheads, is $8 per person for Union County Danny Boy arranged by Gilpin, and and other selections. deals forcefully and poetically with Tickets for reserved seating are priced cross-generational friendships and the envelopes, CD covers, presentation residents and $10 per person for out- Seeing Nellie Home, arranged by Parker All are invited to attend the concerts, at $25 for adults and $18 for children packets, and more. Instructor of-county residents. Light refreshments and Shaw. and interested singers may talk with issues of aging and the place of artists in and students. Purchase tickets by call- society. Villarreal will present the same course will be provided. Another section will be religious Glee Club members during the inter- ing the Wilkins Theatre box office, in the summer term on Wednesdays For additional information about songs, including: Dry Bones arranged mission. Adult male and female singers The Road to Mecca plays through 1000 Morris Avenue, Union, at (908) May 7, Thursdays, Fridays, and Satur- from 12:30 – 3 p.m., beginning June this lecture or for information on up- by Hayes, You Raise Me Up by Gra- are invited, as well as student singers. 737-SHOW (7469) or reserve online 7. This step-by-step course is ideal for coming programs and special events at ham and Lowland, No Need To Knock Tickets are available from glee mem- at www.WilkinsTheatre.com. For ad- all levels and types of aspiring artists. Trailside, please call (908) 789-3670 by Albrecht and If We Ever Needed the bers and at the door for a donation of See it all on the Web! ditional information call TEATRO Sí Two special photography workshops or visit www.ucnj.org/trailside. Trailside Lord Before by Dorsey and Sterling. $15 for adults and $12 for students and at (908) 301-9496 or online at will be offered in the summer term. is located at 452 New Providence Road A section of Broadway and pop in- seniors. For information, please call www.goleader.com www.TeatroSi.com. Outdoor Shooting/Indoor Printing: in Mountainside. cludes: Luck Be A Lady by Loesser and Dale Juntilla at (908) 232 0673.

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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 27, 2006 Page 23 POPCORN™ ScarScarScary MMy ooovie 4:4:vie HHHome and GGome ararardendenden SSSo BBo ad IIad ttt’’’s FFs righteningrighteningrightening CONTINUED FROM PAGE 24 might prove challenging due to the “But try exposing it to the new sunlight watering required, he believes it really gradually for about a week before you One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent adds a nice splash of color for parties. move it outdoors.” By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER ous thing is, in a reverse backfire sort of Ms. Flowers suggested hanging No matter what kind of spring flow- 1 & 1/2 popcorns way it works. If Scary Movie 4 has one flower swags over doorways as another ers or plants you choose to bring inside Everything is relative. For example, saving grace, it’s the utter absence of spring touch for special events. your home, keep in mind that there is 83 minutes is a rather short running pretense and ambition. “We’re also making ‘kissing balls’ of a little bit of maintenance involved. time for a feature film these days. How- While a dubious distinction indeed, fresh flowers similar to mistletoe balls “Care and handling is the most im- ever, in the case of Scary Movie 4, the the nothing ventured, nothing gained you see during the holidays,” Ms. Flow- portant thing and makes the biggest latest in the series of anything-for-a- attitude is oddly liberating. Want to ers said. “Mixing daisies works well difference,” said Ms. Flowers. “Don’t laugh horror movie send-ups meant to visit the rest room? Go ahead. Care to because they are a hearty flower in place flowers near the TV or air condi- gross out, titillate and make feel supe- cruise the concession? Feel free. You many different colors.” tioner or anywhere too hot or too cold.” rior via its idiocy, it’s not short enough. won’t miss anything. And by the same You can also treat guests to flowers in Ms. Flowers also recommends cut- The Wayanses (Keenan, Marlon and token, when a bit doesn’t quite work, SIGNS OF SPRING...Friends of Music at St. Paul’s will present the Parish Choir unexpected places. ting fresh flower stems every two to Shawn) didn’t write or direct this one. such as Leslie Nielsen’s stint as a prac- of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in concert on Sunday, May 7, at 7 p.m. Featuring “Try a brandy snifter or tiny bud three days for optimum longevity, That ended with installment two. In- tically naked, imbecilic President of St. Paul’s new organ, the works to be performed are Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem and vase of flowers in the powder room,” which is typically about 14 days de- stead, director David Zucker, the pro- the United States, that’s O.K. We un- Francis Poulenc’s Organ Concerto. The choir will be joined by nationally re- Mr. Christoffers suggested. pending on the type of flower. genitor of nouvelle clueless who brought derstand. Some things simply can’t be nowned soloists and members of the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra playing And if you’d like to opt for some- “Every time you re-cut a stem, you us Airplane (1980), The Naked Gun funnier than the tragicomedies they their Golden Age Collection of historic string instruments. The concert will be thing that lasts longer than fresh cut are opening it back up so that it can (1988) and yes, Scary Movie 3, again intend to mock. under the direction of Charles Banks. St. Paul’s is located at 414 East Broad Street flower displays, you may want to choose better drink up and hold water,” Ms. tries his hand at the franchise. in Westfield. For further information, contact Mr. Banks at (908) 232-8506, Besides, most of the ludicrous go- extension 17. A donation of $10 at the door is suggested. a potted variety. Flowers added. “It’s a little bit of work, Try is right. Scary Movie 4’s only ings-on are really just an excuse to put “Azaleas can be displayed inside un- but it will make flowers last longer.” true wit begins and ends with its tagline: various celebrities on display. The open- til they are done blooming,” Ms. Mohn Do you have a home or garden ques- “The fourth and final chapter of the ing scene finds Dr. Phil McGraw and said. tion you’d like to see answered in this trilogy.” The rest is unmemorable, a Shaquille O’Neal engaged in a witty An added bonus is that if you use column? Send your inquiries to giambotte of ploys and mechanisms repartee whilst attempting to free them- MMMurphy TTTribute Concerttt bulb varieties such as tulips, daffo- [email protected]. from several fright-inducing flicks, selves from a dungeon. Others strewn dils or hyacinths, you can later re- tossed together in no particular order. about in the kitchen-sink approach to CONTINUED FROM PAGE 24 plant the bulbs outside to bloom Flitting through notions of The cameo interjection include Chris Mr. Winder told the newspaper: “I umph over the joyous birth of his new- next year. Get Outta’ Grudge (2004), The Village (2004), Elliott, Bill Pullman, Michael Madsen, used to see Chip Mergott play at born son. Reaching into his pocket to “Hydrangeas have a big flower top War of The Worlds (2005), Saw (2004) Carmen Electra and Molly Shannon. O’Connors – at some point I was writ- share a photograph, Mr. Mergott teased with showy leaves,” Mr. Burke said. The House and Million Dollar Baby (2004), Anna All of which gives the Scary Movie ing some songs – so I called him up and the audience that he must have left it Faris reprises her role as Cindy devotee only two responsibilities: to By CAROL F. DAVIS he gave me encouragement.” somewhere else. Briefly excusing him- WHS SSWHS tudents CCtudents rrreateeateeate Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Campbell, dimwitted heroine and co- blurt out the movie being parodied and Mr. Mergott ended up producing self backstage to retrieve the snapshot, quette extraordinaire. She is again to name with equal self-satisfaction the some of Mr. Winder’s CDs and has Mr. Mergott returned with a poster- TTTibetan SSibetan and PPand aintingaintingainting On Saturday, April 28 at 8 p.m., joined in her adventures by Regina star briefly appearing therein. That this remained a close friend, and the two size picture of his son, Elijah Paul, WESTFIELD – Following the tra- the PPPlainfield SSlainfield ymphony (New Hall as Brenda, the freewheeling an- is now considered entertainment in often perform together. Mr. Winder posed in an infant seat. ditions of Tibetan artists, students in Jersey’s oldest) will present Broadway tithesis always happy to extol her lack some pockets of our society isn’t neces- also said, “It was Chip who recom- For the rest of the evening, little Eli Art I classes at Westfield High School and Movie Favorites at the Crescent of virtue. sarily a sign that the apocalypse is nigh. mended we team up for the evening for Paul sat perfectly quiet alongside his (WHS) recently participated in creat- Avenue Presbyterian Church in Somewhere between the first attack In a less drastic supposition, you’ll the benefit concert.” father playing music and paying trib- ing a Mandala sand painting. Plainfield. Single tickets will be avail- of the alien tri-pods and her discovery have to consult with your favorite phi- Mr. Winder’s 16-year-old daughter ute to his namesake. Mr. Mergott Starting with a four-foot-square black able at the door for $25 - $45, with that the house where she’s been hired to losopher to confirm whether or not Kimberly, a junior at Bridgewater Raritan remarked how wonderful it will be table top, the students first created an senior and student discounts. For care for an old lady (Cloris Leachman) this heralds a brand-new form of anti- High School, intermittently joined the when some day he would be sitting up outline of geometric designs drawn in more information, call (908) 561- is haunted, Cindy meets Tom Ryan intellectualism. But one thing is sure. duo on stage with her trumpet. on stage with Eli Paul and his wife white on the table’s surface. Next, the 5140 or visit: (Craig Bierko). Irresponsible employee While its aforementioned value as a Between songs, Mr. Mergott remi- Annie, playing as a trio, his favorite students used Chak-purs (metal fun- www.plainfieldsymphony.org. The and failed father, he is the ultimate psychiatric elixir for the world-weary is nisced about his childhood friend, Judy song, “Jesus Loves Me.” No doubt, nels which hold the sand) to release church is at the corner of Seventh and loser as love interest…proof that there unproven, the lame-brained Scary Singer, and how later, after Judy mar- Mr. Murphy will be watching, enjoy- small sprinkles of sand into specific Watchung Avenue. is a lid for every pot. Unwittingly, their Movie 4 certainly gives the term simple ried Paul, his friendship grew with ing the show from a much higher pre-drawn areas on the table. By rub- * * * * * * * courtship is a competition to see who’s pleasures a whole new meaning. both of them. Mr. Murphy led church balcony. bing sticks over the Chak-purs, the On Sunday, May 7, at 2 p.m., the the stupidest. groups in Colonia, and Mr. Mergott Members of the community wish- students created vibrations, which BBBeacon HHeacon ill SSill wing BBwing andandand will return Director Zucker, working from a * * * * * * * enjoyed helping him with some of the ing to make a donation can send a made the sand flow out. Scary Movie 4, rated PG-13, is a to the Watchung Arts Center for a ragtag script by Craig Mazin and Jim musical activities Mr. Murphy orga- check to “Foundation 432,” 25 South This is a traditional Mandala sand concert featuring tunes from the Great Abrahams, makes little effort to create Weinstein Company release directed nized for teenagers. Alward Avenue, Basking Ridge, NJ painting method, according to WHS American Song Book. You will hear any continuity among the loose-leafed by David Zucker and stars Anna Faris, Mr. Mergott also shared intimate 07920. In the memo section, please art teacher Roy Chambers. Mr. Cham- Craig Bierko and Regina Hall. Run- pieces by some of the nation’s best sketches and half-baked vignettes that details of personal struggles and tri- write: Murphy Family Fund. bers also made available a second table arrangers, including: Andre Previn, comprise the attempted satire. Curi- ning time: 83 minutes for a “community” Mandala sand paint- John Williams, Marty Paitch, Bill ing open up to anyone in the school to Holman, Harry Betts, Bob Florence CDC to SSCDC tage EEtage lton JJlton ohn,ohn,ohn, DDDononon’’’t FFt rrret: AAet: pril is NNpril atl.atl.atl. participate. According to Mr. Cham- and Shorty Rogers. Admission is $12 DDonon’’t FFt rret: AAet: pril is NNpril atl.atl. bers, “This project is unique because it - $15. For directions or information, emphasizes the ‘process’ of creating art call (908) 753-0190, or visit them on TTTim RiceRiceim ’’’s AIDAAIDAAIDA in Mayayay SStrtress-Aess-Awarwareness MMeness onthonth instead of the finished ‘product,’ be- the web at: www.watchungarts.org. SSStrtrtress-Aess-Aess-Awarwarwareness MMeness onthonthonth cause the finished product is erased at CRANFORD – Cranford Dramatic box office at (908) 276-7611 or through By CAROL F. DAVIS massage, meditation, energy healing, * * * * * * * Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the closing ceremony.” Club (CDC) Community Theatre in the theatre’s website at special workshops, psychotherapy and Mr. Chambers learned the intricate The final play of the season at the Cranford announced that it would be www.cdctheatre.org. The CDC Com- AREA — For a 30-day period in acupuncture. Visit them online at: design method from Tibetan Buddhist Westfield Community Players, bringing its own production of Aida to munity Theatre is located at 78 Winans April, designated for the past 15 years www.terraskycenter.com for a complete monks through a program offered at NNNunsenseunsenseunsense,,, will begin on Saturday, area residents beginning Friday, May 5 Avenue in Cranford, off Centennial as Stress Awareness Month, health care schedule of services and special events. Rutgers University. April 29, with several performances and continuing through Sunday, May Avenue near Exit 136 of the Garden professionals across the nation join Peter and Anne Ferraro are owners to follow in May. The theatre is lo- 21. State Parkway. forces to increase public awareness of Westfield/Fanwood Yoga & Pilates PPPam NNam eeewwwell HHell ostsostsosts cated at 1000 North Avenue West in Aida tells the tale of the love between about the causes and cures for this Center located at 250 South Avenue in Westfield. Tickets for this award-win- an Egyptian soldier and an enslaved modern-day epidemic. Fanwood, where there are classes and ArArArtists GGtists allerallerallery of GGy iftsiftsifts ning musical are $20 each. Call the Nubian princess – a love that con- Sadly, stress has become prevalent in programs that provide a variety of op- WESTFIELD – For the last 20 box office at (908) 232.1221 for in- demns them to death but ultimately SSSymphonyymphonyymphony our society. Sure, we all experience portunities to reduce stress. Mr. Ferraro years, Pam Newell’s 1881 Victorian formation. transcends the cultural differences be- episodic stress when dealing with par- believes “When one practices yoga and home has hosted biannually the Artists CONTINUED FROM PAGE 24 * * * * * * * tween the two warring nations. ticularly anxiety-producing stimuli, but meditation, the body reaches an ideal Gallery of Gifts in Westfield. Each On Saturday, May 6, the Antioch Shayne Austin Miller, who also di- strings was one of the segment’s high the proportion of individuals suffering condition for healing, rather than a season, a collection of 10 to 20 vendors Chamber Ensemble will perform at rected the productions of Smokey Joe’s points, and her percussive playing dur- chronically seems higher than ever. disease mode from the effects of stress. joins Ms. Newell at her home on 603 the Calvary Episcopal Church 31 Café and South Pacific at CDC, directs ing a moment of orchestral frenzy stirred There are many definitions and many You feel more peaceful and you then Clark Street in Westfield. Woodland Avenue in Summit. This CDC’s production. Mr. Miller indi- intense instrumental drama. types of stress. The Merriam-Webster actually see more peace in the world.” This year the gallery will take place vocal group was formerly headquar- cated that he has chosen to place spe- In her performance of the first move- online dictionary defines stress as “a Ms. Ferraro added, “Stress is not on Friday, April 28, from 11 a.m. to 5 tered at Trinity Church on Wall Street, cial emphasis on lighting and the use of ment of Saen Sans’ Piano Concerto physical, chemical, or emotional factor inherently negative, but it is our emo- p.m. and continue from 7 to 9 p.m. and moved to Summit following the fabric in his interpretation of Aida. No. 2, 15-year-old Ji-nee Lo showed a that causes bodily or mental tension and tional reaction to stressful situations The gallery can be viewed on the week- tragedy of September 11. The concert Fabric played an important role in the technique that was expansive and re- may be a factor in disease causation.” If that we need to be concerned with.” end as well— on Saturday from 10 begins at 7 p.m., and admission is culture and trade of ancient Egypt and flective all at once, and her nuanced you look it up on www.dictionary.com, Other workshops include chanting, a a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 $20. Tickets are available at the door. is used in this production to evoke delivery gave the concerto’s furious low scroll down for this one: series to promote healing and a course a.m. to 5 p.m. For information visit: http:// various moods of the story. passages even more gravity. The WSO “A mentally or emotionally disrup- in miracles based on the Gospel of Vendors collect every season for a www.antiochonline.com/. Veteran CDC producer Elizabeth fleshed out the exquisite piece marvel- tive or upsetting condition occurring Thomas. three-day showing of gifts that include: Howard helms the production team ously; rather than saving its energy for in response to adverse external influ- Fatima Tranquilli is the director and painted glass, garden accessories, floral * * * * * * * with Mitch Kolesaire serving as the its own showpieces in the second half ences and capable of affecting physical instructor at the Therapeutic Massage designs, sterling silver and costume OOOff the Rack: Art MMt ade FFade rrrom,om,om, orchestra director, Tracy Glenn Murray of the program, the orchestra threw health, usually characterized by in- Training Center, 560 Springfield Av- jewelry, imported straw and travel bags, OOOn or AAn bout ClothingClothing, is the fea- as vocal director and stage manage- everything into supporting the solo- creased heart rate, a rise in blood pres- enue in Westfield. Her unconventional hostess gifts, original watercolors and tured exhibit at the Arts Guild of ment by Kristin Pfeifer. Choreography ists. sure, muscular tension, irritability, and approach to dealing with stress began portrait art. Rahway through May. Four featured is by Kelsea-Janenne Fleisher. The large Eleven-year-old Katelyn Tran was depression.” to take shape one month before she was The spring show is geared towards artists take articles of clothing and multi-racial cast blends CDC regulars absolutely mesmerizing. She performed There are other types of stress, in- diagnosed with cancer, when she de- the garden, while the fall show in No- transform them into works of art with a group of newcomers to CDC. the first movement of Beethoven’s Pi- cluding the kind you experience when cided to become a massage therapist. “I vember previews the holidays. using a variety of techniques includ- Wanda Toro (Aida), Richard ano Concerto No. 1 with a musician- you are excited about something or did nothing conventional to treat my Raffles are drawn each season ben- ing painting, printmaking, and sculp- McNamara (Radames), Melissa ship far beyond her young years. From anticipating something that will occur. cancer, and now it’s four years later.” efiting Children’s Specialized Hospital ture. Admission is free, and the gal- Loderstedt (Amneris), Roger Hayden fluid arpeggios to intense chordal out- But what is the difference in our reac- She goes on to describe the physi- in Mountainside. Guests are invited lery hours are Wednesday, Friday, (Zoser), Michael Miguel (Mereb), bursts, she captured the spirit of the tions? None. Both positive and nega- ological relationship between massage through the mail and walk-ins are also Saturday: 1-4 p.m., Thursday: 1-3 Zhenia Bemko (Nehebka), Howard prolific composer – at turns tortured, tive stressors, when left unchecked, and stress, explaining how “massage welcome. and 5-7 p.m. or by appointment. Call Whitmore (Amonasro) and Marc at turns tender – with passion and have exactly the same effect on you. increases blood flow and stimulates the Ms. Newell can be reached at (908) (732) 381-7511 or log onto: http:// Chandler (Pharaoh) fill the principal grace. During her stunning cadenza, They deplete you, leaving you feeling lymphatic system to do its work. 654-3614. www.rahwayartsguild.org. roles. Mr. Wroe and the WSO members exhausted. Through manipulation of soft tissue, The show will be presented on Fri- watched reverently, looking as capti- The first step in dealing with stress is toxins are released,” reducing stress and day and Saturday nights at 8 p.m., vated as the audience. to define the sources of it in your life. leading to better overall health. from May 5 to the 20, with a special After such an ambitious first act, the Some may be subtle, but they are every- Should your attempts at managing Sunday matinee at 3 p.m. on May 21. Royal Fireworks Music gave the or- where because stress is a natural part of and eliminating excess stress fail, it Tickets are $20 on a reserved seat basis chestra and the audience a chance to living. However, left unchecked, life can may be time to seek professional help. (senior and student discounts avail- take a breather. The stately, regal work become unbalanced. Your personal rela- There are licensed professional coun- able) and can be obtained by calling the is of a much more straightforward clas- tionships, your job, and your health can selors, psychologists and clinical social sical style than the other works on the suffer. It can also be a factor in depres- workers trained to work with you on evening’s program, and the WSO (along sion, anxiety, and other disorders. resolving issues. There are psychiatrists ArArArea SSea tudents WWWininin with the WHS Chamber Orchestra) While not a complete checklist, you to help you through a particularly acute poured fantastic exuberance into the can begin to look for signs of an un- episode or through chronic stress with WH Science Fairairair piece to generate enough energy to fill A REA AREA – Alice Ren, Scotch Plains healthy level of stress in your life by a combination of therapy and medica- the auditorium. asking yourself questions like: tions. Remember, there is always hope. resident and daughter of Dr. Hai-cang Kodaly’s “Dances of Galanta” closed and Dr. Jessica Cha, won the recent Do minor problems and disappoint- the program with great flair. Dramatic ments upset you excessively? Science Fair at the Wardlaw-Hartridge and expansive, the WSO took the music School in Edison, where she is a sopho- Are you noticing a change in your from the wild to the mournful in sec- sleep or eating habits? more. Alice, along with Plainfield resi- onds. Little orchestral flurries hark- dent Cameron Rogers, a sophomore, Are you unable to stop worrying? ened back to some of the swirling pi- Are you experiencing digestive prob- and fellow sophomore Mi-Reu Park of ano arpeggios in the concerto segment Edison won the top honor with their lems or high blood pressure? of the concert, and Mr. Wroe seemed Do you experience flashes of anger “Super Cooled Cloud Chamber.” to dance on stage as he led his orchestra As part of the competition, the fresh- over minor problems? through passages both melancholy and Do you suffer from chronic pain, men and sophomores who competed animated all the way to the triumphant in this year’s contest needed to demon- headaches or backaches? final explosion at the end of the piece. If you answered “yes” to even one of strate and explain the workings of their The WSO did something really spe- concept and execution of the experi- these, consider taking an active role in cial on Saturday night. The orchestra attempting to reduce stress at its roots. If ment to the three judges. shared its stage with young talents from Out of 23 project entries, second place unable – you may not be able to leave your whom this community can expect job right now despite the fact that you have was awarded to Cari Rosoff of Scotch much. Absent were any holes one might Plains, Zach Schwartz of Westfield and a boss who is making unreasonable de- have anticipated from the prominent mands – then it is time to take control. Kirti Kewalramani of Edison for their incorporation of student musicians. “Solar Powered Water Heater.” Regain peace of mind with stress Instead, the performers gave a coher- management techniques such as deep Third place winners from the area ent, compelling concert in a wonderful were Chrys George of Westfield, Sahil breathing, guided imagery or medita- triumph for both the WSO and the tion, yoga, physical activity, soothing Zubair of Colonia and Ruby Westfield public-school music pro- Simmasalam of Edison. music, a hot bath, massage, animal grams. companions, a cup of soothing tea, Under the direction of Science and Wow, I can’t wait to do that again. Math Society adviser and Scotch Plains good friends or a hobby. resident Roland Maronni, the club is The Terra Sky Center for Wellness at thriving. It offers after-school guest 510 Morris Avenue in Summit is a speakers on a regular basis, sponsors an See It In Color: good place to start. Their focus is on annual fundraising dinner and recently total body fitness, working on the mind- gave a $1,000 donation for microcredit www.goleader.com body-soul connection. Stress-reduction loans to Bangladesh. methods at the center include: yoga, Page 24 Thursday, April 27, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION WSO’WSO’WSO’s ‘S‘Ss tars OOtars f TTTodayodayoday’ Align WWWithithith HHHigh SchoolSchooligh ’’’s ‘S‘Ss tars OOtars f TTTomorromorromorrooowww’’’ By VICTORIA MCCABE After all, they were the ones doing all nicate so beautifully with their piano Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the work at Saturday evening’s concert. soloist; piano and lower strings shim- WESTFIELD — Saturday’s WSO But their performance was so supremely mered in one of the piece’s more reflec- BBeauty QQeauty ueen UUueen ses PPses latformlatform concert was absolutely exhausting. overwhelming that the audience tive moments, and at other turns the BBBeauty QQeauty ueen UUueen ses PPses latformlatformlatform The good kind of exhausting. The couldn’t help but feel deeply connected entire group would explode with all the kind of workout where you flop down to their energy. ferocity that Beethoven’s works so of- on your couch, totally drained but Piano soloist George Vatchnadze ten demand. TTTo PPo rrromote FOP Awarwarwarenessenesseness energized at the same time, so proud of began the concert with the crisp open- The high-school musicians exhib- By MARYLOU MORANO “I will do anything I can to raise events as possible in the next few whatever physical exercise you’ve just ing chords of Beethoven’s Choral Fan- ited both professionalism and talent. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times awareness and help find a cure for months to get her message about FOP done that, in spite of your tiredness, tasy, and the fine instrumentalists sup- The Concert Choir singers (under the MOUNTMOUNTMOUNTAINSIDE – She’s only FOP,” said Ms. Apigo. out to the public. you think, ‘wow, I can’t wait to do that ported him through his invigorating direction of Bill Mathews and Sharon been Miss Teen N.J. Galaxy for a few There are approximately 500 cases In January she attended the inaugu- again.’ interpretation of the work. He lovingly Reynolds) looked and conducted them- months, but already she is making her of FOP worldwide; 14 are in New ral ball of Governor Jon Corzine, where Well, perhaps in this case, that sense introduced the piece’s dolce theme, selves like a professional choir during mark in the world – and in our imme- Jersey. One of these, 14–year-old she handed out leaflets about FOP. of accomplished exhaustion really be- and his dialogues with the flutes and the lengthy instrumental part of the diate area. Whitney Weldon, is from Westfield. Not all of Ms. Apigo’s appearances, longs to the musicians – the Westfield with a rich quartet of the string princi- Choral Fantasy, and their performance, Gabrielle Apigo, an 18-year-old “We are so thrilled that Gabrielle however, are as well-planned as the Symphony Orchestra (WSO) and the pals exuded incredible emotion. It was albeit brief in the grand scheme of the from Mountainside, was crowned Miss chose FOP for her platform. Her gen- inaugural ball. Westfield High School (WHS) Con- wonderful to watch WSO conductor night, certainly ranks among one of Teen New Jersey Galaxy in December eration will be the next researchers and “Sometimes I hear about an event cert Choir and Chamber Orchestra. David Wroe and his orchestra commu- the group’s finest in recent memory. at the East Brunswick Hilton. scientists of the world,” said Hillary at the spur of the moment and I just The student soloists who performed The mission of the Galaxy Pageant Weldon, Whitney’s mother. go,” she said. the vocal sextet were stellar; their blend is to celebrate “beauty, culture and “Gabrielle’s FOP campaign will help She recently took part in the Fifth and tone quality far exceeded anything style.” To win her title, Ms. Apigo had people understand that a cure will have Annual Comedy Show to Benefit one would expect from high-school to be photogenic, as well as participate far-reaching implications for treatment Weldon FOP Research Fund held at students. in an interview. She was also judged on of common disorders such as fractures, the Mountainside Elks Lodge. The In perhaps the concert’s sole disap- her appearance in a swimsuit, evening osteoporosis, hip-replacement surgery event raised $25,000 for FOP research, pointment, the orchestral frenzy dur- gown and other fashions. and other forms of heterotrophic ossi- according to Ms. Apigo. ing the last minutes of the Choral A freshman at Farleigh Dickenson’s fication that occur in trauma and burn Ms. Apigo also plans to visit the Fantasy nearly drowned out the choir Madison campus majoring in chemis- victims,” Mrs. Weldon continued. University of Pennsylvania Medical at several points; the fury of instru- try, Ms. Apigo hopes to eventually Ms. Apigo’s interest in FOP began Center in Philadelphia, where the dis- mental activity overpowered the su- have a career in medicine. when, as a sophomore at Governor ease is being studied intensely, to see perb male soloists for a good portion of This explains, in part, her decision Livingston High School in Berkeley for herself how FOP research is con- one of the exposed vocal solos. to focus on awareness of the disease Heights, she wrote a report on the ducted and to speak with researchers. That small imbalance aside, the per- Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva disease for health class. Ms. Apigo has recently received rec- formance of the Choral Fantasy was a (FOP) as the platform for her yearlong “FOP is not very well known, and if ognition from the Borough of tremendous achievement – three inde- reign. I can raise awareness, more doctors will Mountainside, as well as the Union pendent musical groups merged FOP, a rare disease that turns con- become interested. This may eventu- County Freeholders, for her tireless seamlessly under Mr. Wroe’s baton to nective tissue and muscle into bone, ally affect my career and the way I dedication to FOP. For more infor- deliver a powerful performance of a eventually causes immobility. It is ge- practice medicine,” Ms. Apigo noted. mation about the Weldon FOP Re- colossal work. netically transmitted. Ms. Apigo plans to attend as many search Fund, log on to www.ifopa.org. ROLL OUT THE ROYAL CARPET… ‘Prince George,’ also known as George The students of the WHS Chamber Minnium of Scotch Plains, left, reads “Puss and Boots” to first-grader Anuva Goel Orchestra, under the direction of of Piscataway on Fairy Tale Day at The Wardlaw-Hartridge School. The annual Raymond Wojcik, had the opportu- event crowns the first graders for a day and allows the fourth graders to dress in nity to weave themselves into the WSO FFoundation 432 Acts totocts costume to present classic tales to the little ones. FFFoundation 432 Acts totocts configuration and play among the pro- fessionals for both the Choral Fantasy and Handel’s Royal Fireworks Music. HHHOMEOMEOME & GGGARDENARDENARDEN TTTRENDSRENDSRENDS One might have expected the resulting BBBenefit FWFWenefit ’’’s MMs urphy FFurphy amilyamilyamily orchestra to display at least a few hints Add Some Spring By LINDA B. CONDRILLO the concert, acoustic guitarist and 32 (King James Version), which reads, of wavering intonation or have some Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times phrasing or ensemble glitches, but Mr. childhood friend of Mr. Murphy’s ‘And the multitude of them that be- Zing To Your Home Wojcik’s chamber group responded to FFFANWANWANWOOD — As reported in the widow Chip Mergott provided not lieved were of one heart and of one the challenge like seasoned musicians; April 20 edition of Westfield Leader only consolation but also inspiration soul: neither said any of them that and The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times, while playing a collection of Christian ought of the things which he possessed By CHRISTIE STORMS Mr. Christoffers also added that indeed, it was nearly impossible to Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times distinguish the student instrumental- Paul Murphy, a surveyor from Fanwood folk songs. was his own; but they had all things containers need not be traditional and beloved husband of Judy Singer Mr. Mergott, a singer-songwriter and common.’” Ever step outside on one of the gor- planters. “Try using an old soup ists from the WSO professionals sur- rounding them. Murphy, father of five and grandfather producer, was first to thank his sister, In that spirit, Mr. Pratt told The geous spring days we’ve been having tureen or other serving bowl that of three, passed away in March. A Carroll Owsinski, and Dean Pratt of Leader and The Times, “The proceeds and wish you could just bottle up the maybe has a chip in it and is no “Stars of Tomorrow” was an apt title for the evening’s program, but the cali- benefit concert in his honor was held Fanwood for organizing the benefit, from the fund will help a family who warm sunshine, vibrant blossoms and longer used for food. Add flowers last Saturday evening at the Millington which he would like to see become an has had the breadwinner pass away gentle breezes to take back inside with and turn it into a special accent that ber of all the student performers proved its label a bit ironic. The ‘stars of today’ Baptist Church, where Mr. Murphy annual event in honor of his friend. after a very debilitating disease,” not- you? While I’m sure someone some- looks much more personal than a had been a member of the choir. Mr. Mergott told The Leader and ing the financial expenses for main- where has probably claimed to have plain vase.” who garnered top honors in the New Jersey Music Teachers Association Words rarely come easily to those the Times, “Right after Paul passed taining a household as well as the cost done this and is now selling it for a Lisa Mohn of Apple Blossom Flower asked to describe a loved one who has away, I said I’m available if anybody to educate the kids. ridiculous price on eBay, there are other Shop in Scotch Plains said, “You can (NJMTA) concerto competition were nothing short of awe-inspiring. passed away. Music sometimes works wants to do anything – which is easy to Initially set up as a fund to help the ways to bring a touch of spring into put flowers in anything that can hold better. The family Mr. Murphy left say, but it was Dean Pratt and my sister, family of a boy from the parish suffer- your home. water. Try old pitchers, creamers, ma- Ninth-grader Melissa Chan’s dexter- ity infused emotion into Ravel’s Piano behind has the good fortune of being Carroll Owsinski, who were the real ing from leukemia to help defer treat- Flowers can add an instant burst of son jars and teapots.” part of an extensive group of friends, motivators in getting it done. Being ment costs, Foundation 432 is now set color and fragrance, but for ultimate Lori Flowers of Scotchwood Florist Concerto in G, first movement. A pas- toral moment she shared with the family and church members — many here and playing music is the easiest up with a separate sub-fund to benefit impact, try thinking outside the vase. in Fanwood cited a current trend where of whom are musically inclined. At CONTINUED ON PAGE 23 thing in the world to do for a friend’s not only the Murphys but also other Jamie Burke of KaBloom in Westfield people are doing away with containers family. Paul was a great man of faith families in need. Mr. Pratt noted, “Half recommends floating Gerber daisies in altogether. and a shining example to many of us, of the proceeds from the benefit con- water over Oriental grasses in a globe- “You can just layer some greens with and I’m honored to do this in his cert will be divided between the Murphy style bowl. individual blooms like orchids directly RRRegister for WSWWSWWSW’’’s EarlyEarlys memory.” family and another needy family.” “It’s almost like a crystal-ball effect, on your tablecloth in the dining room,” Mr. Pratt explained to the crowd, Jim Winder, also a singer-songwriter and it’s so easy to take care of because Ms. Flowers said. “Works great com- many of whom drove from afar despite of Christian folk music, was on stage the flowers are already floating in wa- bined with small candles as a center- Childhood Summer PPummer rrrog.og.og. the elements, that the fund set up by throughout the evening performing ter,” Mr. Burke said. “You can even put piece.” WESTFIELD – Registration has through Friday, from 8:30 to 12:30 Millington Baptist Church to assist selections from his CD “The Hard But flower additive and preservative in there And spring displays need not be begun for the Westfield Summer a.m. with time for supervised outdoor families in need, called Foundation Right Way – a Pilgrim’s Journey,” which and it should last at least two weeks.” limited to flowers. Workshop’s (WSW) early childhood activity. The activity-centers, within 432, has a special meaning. Mr. Pratt was largely inspired by John Bunyon’s Kurt Christoffers of Christoffers “I’ve filled a row of little glass cubes summer program, now in its 35th year the self-contained rooms, give reign to said, “The ‘foundation’ for the founda- classic allegory “The Pilgrim’s Progress.” Flowers in Mountainside said Ranun- with stones and placed sprouts of of operation. imaginative play. Children come home tion stems from Acts Chapter 4, Verse CONTINUED ON PAGE 23 culus flowers create a dramatic effect Oriental grasses in them,” Mr. Burke In the early childhood WSW pro- with yarn animals, chalk landscapes, floating in a bowl. said. gram, taught by certified teachers, not sandpaper prints and a host of other art “They look like little tissue paper “There are also many types of vines only are the creative arts offered, but projects. cabbage roses,” Mr. Christoffers said. that have become popular, such as one the children also have a hands-on expe- Children who will be five years old “They’re chubby blossoms with many, called a potato vine, which is bright rience with animal skeletons, create an by October 31 are offered a kindergar- many petals and their colors range from chartreuse,” Mr. Christoffers explained. artistic rendition of volcanic action ten program held five days a week, white to fuchsia to chartreuse, orange “Mix greenery like ivy with some and gain an appreciation of patterns in from 8:30 a.m. through 12:30 p.m. and pastels. Try using a low, dark bowl annuals to make topiaries,” Ms. Flow- the world at large. The kindergarten program is a rota- with bright flowers.” ers said. “Use a wire frame in any shape, This year the pre-school program tional one where children are exposed and the greens will grow into that will be held at the Edison Intermediate to science and early mathematical con- shape.” School on Rahway Avenue in Westfield. cepts in one area, and then switch to Also keep in mind that spring flow- The self-contained classrooms are child- have these lessons complemented with ers and plants need not be restricted to friendly for the make-believe and rec- thematic stories, various arts and crafts tabletop displays. reational activities that go on all morn- projects and dramatic make-believe Mr. Christoffers suggests, “You can ing. The program will run from Tues- activities throughout the five-week take a wicker wall basket and line it day, June 27, to Friday, July 28, and workshop. with poly foil so you don’t damage your will be closed Monday and Tuesday, A highlight of the kindergarten pro- porch or front door. Try filling it with July 3 and 4. gram is the dramatic skit that the chil- ivy and a blooming plant like New The pre-kindergarten program is for dren perform. Children learn to recite Guinea Impatiens.” children who are not entering kinder- lines, sing songs and do simple dances. While Mr. Christoffers cautioned garten in September 2006 and who WSW is a division of the New Jer- that caring for a wall basket long-term will be four years old by Tuesday, Oc- sey Workshop for the Arts. Its pre- CONTINUED ON PAGE 23 tober 31. The program runs Monday school program is one of 83 classes being offered this summer for stu- dents in grades one through eight. Separate drama programs, one for those in grades six through nine, will present Seussical and another, for those in grades nine through 12, will present Carousel. For more information, call (908) 518-1551 and ask for a brochure, or Linda B Condrillo for The Westfield Leader and The Times visit the NJWA office, located at 150- IN MEMORY…Chip Mergott, Jim Winder and Kimberly Winder pose at the 152 East Broad Street in Westfield. Murphy Benefit Concert at the Millington Baptist Church last Saturday night. Artists Gallery of Gifts – Celebrating Our 20th Season– Friday, April 28th • 11am - 5pm & 7pm- 9pm Saturday, April 29th • 10am - 5pm Sunday, April 30th • 11am -5pm 603 Clark St. Westfield, NJ Accents for Your Home, including Floral Designs, Giftware for Mother's day, Graduations & Teachers, Handcrafted Jewelry, Monogramed Bags, Imported Travel Bags, Glassware, Whimsical Hostess Gifts, Folk-Art, Original Artwork, Sterling Silver and Wrought Iron Accessories for the Garden. 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