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USPS 680020 Published Every Thursday OUR 111th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 06-111 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. Thursday, October 19, 2000 Since 1890 (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS State Releases Chief Tracy Seeks to Create Re-Scored ESPA Tests Community Policing Bureau By LAWRENCE HENRY By PAUL J. PEYTON public, “and be very fair and con- all permits lots, with the exception of Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Specially Written for The Westfield Leader structive in doing it.” Waterson Street, will increase from After releasing preliminary results New Westfield Police Chief Ber- He said the goal of issuing speed- $30 a month to $50 per month for of the state-administered Elemen- nard Tracy told the Town Council ing tickets is not to increase revenue persons paying semi-annually. Per- tary School Proficiency Assessment Tuesday night that he is developing a but to change people’s behavior. sons paying annually will pay $45. (ESPA) last month, the New Jersey plan to create a combined bureau of “I think my officers should be part Those rates would be effective Janu- Department of Education “pulled community policing and youth aid in of the community. I think a Westfield ary 1, 2001. back” the test results, according to the town. police officer is a Westfield police Rates of $65 and $58.50, that had Westfield Assistant Superintendent The new combined unit would re- officer and I think he should know been scheduled to go in effect next of Curriculum and Instruction Dr. place the current Juvenile Bureau. that. “I don’t think that by distancing year, will now be effective January 1, Janie P. Edmonds. Juvenile investigations would be yourself from the public and from 2004, Town Administrator Thomas At the Tuesday meeting of the turned over to investigators who cur- the merchants you are doing your Shannon told The Westfield Leader. Westfield Board of Education, Dr. rently only handle adult cases. Offic- job.” The Council intends to amend its Edmonds explained that the state ers would be assigned to schools on He said the department needs to parking fee ordinance, unveiled last then re-scored the Language Arts a rotating basis so all officers de- formulate a “clear and concise week, to scale the fee hikes back. portion of the test, and re-released velop a relationship with school chil- policy” that is goal-oriented that of- “The Council feels this is a win- the scores. dren. ficers would follow. Chief Tracy said win in softening the rate increase,” Westfield’s results were uniformly Chief Tracy noted that in the early he objected to the enforcement of the Mr. Shannon stated. high, showing 85 percent or more of 1970s, the town had three detectives jaywalking ordinance after 25 years He indicated that the Council may students passing all portions of the assigned to juvenile crime, which of not enforcing the statute, stating have to approve placing a “small test. In the math and science sec- was very high at the time. He said that any such decision must be backed infusion” of tax revenue into future tions, the district’s schools rated in there are the same number of inves- up by a goal-oriented plan and a municipal budgets to offset projected the 90 percent range. A drop of about tigators assigned to juvenile crime “clear and precise policy statement.” deficits for the operation of a parking five points from last year was seen in cases, despite the fact that the juve- The new chief also said his ser- deck planned for lots 1 and 8 at Elm the re-scored Language Arts section. nile crime rate is one-tenth of what it geants need to become “micro man- and Prospect Streets. “We will look at that,” promised was in the 1970s. agers” by evaluating the department’s Fourth Ward Councilman Superintendent of Schools Dr. Will- “It’s a goal to introduce all of my goals and needs. He said police su- Lawrence Goldman said he was con- iam J. Foley. officers into the community and into pervisors need on-going training. cerned of increasing rates in one full The revised scores will be mailed the schools; have school resource Currently, training ends when an of- swoop, in seeking a phased-in rate to parents this week, along with a officers and have these people be ficer moves up to the rank of ser- increase. four-page letter from Dr. Foley. The part of our community,” he told the geant. Mr. Shannon said the town will letter echoes some of the things Dr. council. Chief Tracy also said he wants stay with the plan to double short- Foley said at the September 14 board “I want to create a better partner- good people and communication term meter rates from 25 cents to 50 meeting, when he criticized the state ship between my police department skills to be a major quality the de- cents per hour. However, long-term testing procedures. and all of Westfield, from the young- partment requires in its recruitment meter, eight- and 12-hours in length, “I am troubled by the way the est child to our senior citizens,” Chief efforts. will be kept at a quarter an hour. testing system is being carried out in Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader Tracy indicated. In other business, the Council The parking fee increases are ne- New Jersey,” Dr. Foley wrote in the HANGING ON FOR HALLOWEEN…Scarecrows constructed for a competi- He also said he wants to increase agreed to scale down the rate in- cessitated to crease a user-supported letter. In particular, “The test scores tion at Williams Nursery in Westfield attracted the eyes of shoppers and production of his police officers, such crease for commuter and downtown parking deck of between 600-800 do not tell us anything about a child’s passersby with their unique and clever themes. Pictured, above, this Harry as the writing of tickets and making employee parking permits. spaces. The cost of the deck has been progress. Your child could score in Potter scarecrow hangs on until the results of the contest are revealed. arrests to communicating with the Under the proposed rates, fees for projected at $8.7 and $11.5 million. the high proficient levels on all tests Construction would begin in early and actually have grown very little 2002 and be completed by the holi- academically. The test score ratings day shopping season that year under are arbitrary…” North Avenue ShopRite Gets the Go-Ahead a tight schedule projected by Mr. And finally, the subject that vexed Shannon. the board at Tuesday’s meeting: “The Councilman Goldman indicated he test results provide little basis for believes the town as a whole should improvement.” From Garwood After Eight Years of Wrangling support the deck in part. As Dr. Edmonds said repeatedly in By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN Mr. Vinegra emphasized that Vil- and safety on East Broad Street. In a grid between East Broad Street and In terms of Westfield’s permitted her presentation, “We are not al- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader lage has been “pretty cooperative,” separate proposal, said Mr. Sullivan, North Avenue, including the antici- parking stalls, Third Ward Council- lowed to see the questions.” Dis- It has been eight years since agreeing to make changes to its origi- RBA “could help the town develop a pated impact of a ShopRite develop- man Neil F. Sullivan indicated that tricts, in fact, are not allowed ever to Norman Sevell of Westfield Lumber nal site proposal that are more in traffic-calming method for the entire ment.” CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 see the ESPA tests or the individual ESPA results. “We’re not even sup- & Home Center signed a contract keeping with Garwood’s downtown posed to read the tests over the with Village Supermarkets of Spring- redevelopment program. For ex- children’s shoulders,” Dr. Edmonds field to allow Village to buy his busi- ample, Village agreed to make some stated. ness site at 628-710 North Avenue to aesthetic improvements to the front The result, according to Dr. Foley’s build a ShopRite supermarket. of the site (e.g. brick pavers). As the letter, is that “There is no item The Town of Westfield fought the municipal engineer pointed out, these analysis…in skills that might help us idea, while the Borough of Garwood improvements are not required, but better target instruction.” embraced it. In the end, Garwood will make the area look more attrac- Teachers don’t have a chance to won, and the supermarket will be tive. help children improve. constructed only on the Garwood Last spring, the Westfield Plan- Dr. Edmonds said that, in re-scor- ing the Language Arts part of the portion of the property. ning Board approved the Sevell re- ESPAs, the state “lowered the bar,” “It was one thing after another, quest to tear down its old lumber both for a passing score (“profi- one lawsuit after another — and here building on one end of its property cient”), and for a top score (“ad- we are,” said Michael Sevell, the and build a new structure on the vanced proficient”). At the pass-fail senior Sevell’s son. Westfield side of the property. mark, the score between “partially “(Garwood) wanted it for a long “It’s good news,” said Mr. Newell. proficient” (which means “not time,” explained Robert Newell, a “We thought we may lose Westfield passed”) and “proficient” (which member of the Westfield Planning Lumber. We’re happy to see West- means “passed”), the re-scoring re- Board. “The traffic issue was not as field Lumber decide to maintain its sulted in 90 new Westfield students important to them as it is to us. business there. It’s an asset to the moving into the passing ranks. The science and math sections of Traffic will be affected.” community, that kind of service.” the test were not re-scored. Dr. Foley The courts found that the traffic The volume of traffic that West- said again, as he noted on September impact would not be enough as to field officials expect from the 14, that the science scores were so deny Village Supermarkets’ applica- ShopRite presents a challenge. high, both statewide and in the dis- tion, according to Garwood’s Mu- “We should not be ostriches with trict, as to be unusable. nicipal Engineer Victor Vinegra. our heads in the sand regarding traf- Dr. Edmonds stated the board’s He confirmed that Village holds a fic management in Westfield,” stated position, that “We really do accept permit to begin work on the parking Councilman Neil F. Sullivan. He the legitimate interest of the state in lot and site infrastructure. praised Councilman Matt Albano’s Ingrid McKinley for The Westfield Leader holding us accountable.” “You do see some equipment “appropriate push” for some traffic SAWING WITH ALL OF THEIR MIGHT…The Miller-Cory House Museum in Westfield celebrated its annual Fall But frustration at the state’s secre- there,” said Mr. Vinegra. “They have management in the North Avenue/ Festival with such events as craft making, playing Colonial games, demonstrations of Colonial skills, spinning, soap tive testing procedures spilled over making and touring of the history-rich farmhouse. Pictured, above, Keith Peterson, 6, practices sawing logs with a into general discussion from the permission to start cleaning up the Broad Street area. costumed docent while his mother looks on. board. site.” He said building permits, which, Mr. Sullivan would like to see a Board Member Eileen Satkin said, for Garwood properties, are granted proposal from the RBA Group, a “We need to know the actual skills” through the Township of Cranford, consultant hired by the Township of that are being tested. She said it was should be issued any day. Westfield, to address traffic speed Town Leaf Collection Starts Nov. 6; not acceptable that “this information is not being shared” from the state to the district. Curbside or On-Call Pickup Available Board Vice President Arlene Leader-Times to Co-Sponsor Gardner objected to the state’s with- By LAWRENCE HENRY when collection will take place. elementary schools and Roosevelt holding of test information, saying, Forums For Fanwood Specially Written for The Westfield Leader According to Councilwoman Claire Intermediate School will be required “I don’t see seriously how we can Westfield’s annual leaf collection Lazarowitz, the BRAKES (Bikers, to bag their leaves to insure safety for hold anybody accountable” based in program will start Monday, November Runners and Kids are Entitled to the school children.” such skimpy data. And Westfield Candidates 6, the town’s Department of Public Safety) organization asked the Town “Around schools,” Mrs. Lazarowitz “Why are we spending so much The Westfield Leader and League of Women Voters Works (DPW) announced this week. Council “to make leaf collection time said, “sometimes leaf piles are so high, administrative time on this if (the The DPW’s announcement said, “Col- safer for children, pedestrians, bikers, you can’t even see the small children. tests) are not giving us information?” the Westfield Area League will co-sponsor a candidates lection will be simultaneously on the and runners.” To that end, BRAKES Children play in those leaf piles.” asked Board Member Kimberly of Women Voters will co- forum for Borough Council north and south sides on November 6 wanted the DPW to try to limit the Bags will be available for free at Rhodes. “Why are we getting par- and continue through December 8.” amount of time leaves remained on schools, fire stations, and at the Public ents so concerned?” sponsor a Westfield May- candidates tomorrow, Fri- The DPW expects to make two full the streets, and, in particular, to avoid Works Center at 959 North Avenue. Board Member Annemarie Puleio oral and Town Council can- day, October 20, at 8 p.m. in passes through the entire town. piling up leaves near schools. The DPW will also perform on- commented that the state mandates didates’ forum on Thurs- Fanwood. In general, residents may rake leaves Mrs. Lazarowitz, who chairs the call leaf pickups within 24 hours for ESPA testing, then “We can’t even to the curb. The DPW asks residents to council’s public works committee, residents who are willing to bag their find out what questions the kids got day, October 26, at 8 p.m. The forum will be held in place leaves in narrow rows along the said the DPW will require residents own leaves. Bags may be left at wrong.” The State Department of in the auditorium of the Borough Council Cham- curb or shoulder of the street, leaving near schools to bag leaves, not leave curbside. Please use the Leaf Hotline Motor Vehicles, she said, mandates a space for drainage. Before raking them in piles. The DPW’s own an- number to schedule an on-call pickup. testing cars for emissions and safety. Roosevelt Intermediate bers of the Fanwood Mu- leaves, residents should call the Leaf nouncement says, “Residents of streets The Conservation Center will be “At least they tell us what’s wrong School, 301 Clark Street in nicipal Building, located at Hotline at (908) 789-4120 to find out bordering or in close proximity to open during leaf season Monday with our cars.” through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to Mrs. Puleio also asked why par- Westfield. 75 North Martine Avenue. INDEX 3:30 p.m., and on Saturdays and ents didn’t have the right to see the The Times of Scotch Fred Rossi, a reporter with A&E...... Page 22 Education ...... Page 8 Social ...... Page 6 Sundays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Resi- questions, and brought up the pos- Plains-Fanwood and the The Times, will moderate. Classifieds..... Page 21 Obituary ...... Page 10 Sports ...... Page 13 dents may dispose of leaves and clear CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Editorial ...... Page 4 Political...... Page 3 plastic bags at the Center. Page 12 Thursday, October 19, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Scotch Plains Mayor Marks, Geri Samuel Defend SP-F BOE Slates Major Effort Opposing Views On Taxes During Debate To Communicate Dec. 12 Bond

By FRED ROSSI further, said it was important, with disallowing public input at council tually try to recruit new business” Issue Specifics to Voters Specially Written for The Westfeild Leader or without a new bridge, to re-route meetings. to the downtown district, especially SCOTCH PLAINS -- During their truck traffic off Park Avenue and Residents, he said, “should not mom-and-pop type of stores so that By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN The consultant plans to work with Specially Written for The Westfield Leader debate last week, Republican Mar- over to Terrill Road. be afraid to approach their elected “we offer something unique that school principals, administrators and, tin L. Marks and Democrat Geri M. Talking about the downtown busi- officials in fear that they’re going other towns don’t.” Eager to see a $35.7 million bond to some extent, Parent Teacher Asso- Samuel, the candidates in Scotch ness district in general, both candi- to get turned away and not be al- Mr. Tripet, saying that “if we referendum approved by local voters ciation representatives and Coalition Plains’ first-ever mayoral election, dates agreed on the need for con- lowed to speak.” build it, they will come,” said more on December 12, Scotch Plains- to Support the Bond designees on agreed more than they disagreed, tinued efforts at revitalizing the Mr. Marks said that, under his commercial buildings in the down- Fanwood school administrators and how to present the bond information. but still forcefully defended their area beyond the aesthetic improve- leadership this year, “the spirit of town business district would result the Board of Education have launched A Bond Hot Line is in place, and opposing approaches to municipal ments currently being made. free speech is back and alive in in more tax ratables that could ease a concerted effort to educate the pub- people have been taking advantage property taxes, which has been a “What we want is for the entire Scotch Plains,” something he called the burden on residential property lic about the bond over the next nine of it, said Mrs. Meyer. The Hot Line major campaign issue, both in this downtown to become a destina- one of his proudest accomplish- taxpayers. Both candidates said weeks. number is (908) 889-9665. Callers year’s campaign and in last year’s tion,” Mrs. Samuel said. Mr. Marks ments. He also pointed to his Meet more public input and regional con- Public Information Coordinator should leave a message stating their special election. said “we need to sell our downtown the Mayor program, which he said sultations were needed before any Kathleen L. Meyer says the board question or comment, name and Addressing her support as Mayor to businesses and bring them to has allowed him to meet with resi- final decision could be made about will send out three direct mailings to phone number, and someone from in 1999 of a 5.4 percent increase in Scotch Plains.” dents, students and other groups in the proposed Route 22 bridge. about 12,000 households in Scotch the administrative offices, usually local property taxes, Mrs. Samuel Both support the selling of the town. Mrs. Coronato and Mr. Tripet Plains and Fanwood. Preliminary Mrs. Meyer, will return the call. stated at the start of the 45-minute hedge property next to the Munici- Mrs. Samuel countered by blam- backed the new conservation zone bond information was mailed to resi- The district’s website, face-off that, “I believe we did what pal Building and turning it into a ing most of the tension in 1999 on being proposed and also said more dents this week in Perspective, the www.njcommunity.org/spfnet/, of- was fiscally responsible for the commercial building. Mr. Marks Mr. Marks. parks and open space were needed district newsletter. fers more information. town.” noted that professional planners for She also said that, “I didn’t have in town. Mrs. Coronato said there IE Communications, the consult- The board’s community relations As she did 18 months ago, in the years have recommended doing to start a Meet the Mayor program was a need for recreational activi- ant hired to help the board in its bond committee, chaired by member Tho- midst of the partisan wrangling over this, adding that such a move, because I was in my office every ties, especially for teenagers. communications efforts, is prepar- mas Russo, wrote to all civic groups property tax levies, Mrs. Samuel, coupled with a revamping of the day.” She said she often met with She said it might be a good idea ing a six-page mailer for distribution in Fanwood and Scotch Plains to who is the middle of her initial public and private parking lots be- and spoke to residents, students, for the Scotch Plains-Fanwood later this month. According to Mrs. offer to speak to members about the four-year term on the Township senior citizens groups and any other Board of Education to sponsor regu- Meyer, that mail-out will explain the bond referendum. lar dances and sports activities for planned construction and renovation So far, “The Golden Agers are on teens. Mr. Tripet said that “preser- projects at each of the schools and the calendar,” Mrs. Meyer said. vation of open space will be a top their related costs. During recent back-to-school priority” if he was elected to the “It should be a pretty complete nights, principals spoke to thousands Council. once-over,” she said. of parents about the bond and invited Mr. Tripet emphasized his roots Closer to December 12, residents them to study school floor plans, in the township and said he had can expect to receive a question-and- which were posted in high-traffic “the time and energy to work ex- answer mailer that addresses major areas. tremely hard for Scotch Plains.” questions posed by the public during Principals will also be holding He said he would also support more prior weeks. breakfasts with staff members to share senior housing and work to attract The board has scheduled two 8 information and answer their ques- more businesses to the downtown p.m. bond forums, the first on Thurs- tions about the bond. business district. day, October 19, at Park Middle A second informal conversation Mrs. Coronato pointed out her School; the second on Tuesday, No- between Superintendent of Schools years of experience “working in vember 14, at Terrill Middle School. Dr. Carol B. Choye and the public different levels of government,” and These forums will offer the public will be held at Scotch Plains Munici- said she is “prepared to take on the opportunities to comment on and pal Library on Friday, October 20 at role of Council member.” Saying pose questions about the bond. 10 a.m. Dr. Choye visited with the that Mr. Tripet did not have the For these and other planned pro- public at Fanwood Memorial Library experience to serve, she said that grams, IE Communications is pre- earlier this month. “last year, we found out how much paring a scripted presentation and School officials are also reaching inexperience can cost the taxpay- accompanying visual demonstration. out to their municipal counterparts. Business Administra- tor and Board Secre- tary Anthony DelSordi met last week with Fanwood Mayor Lou Jung, Councilwomen Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader Karen Schurtz and THE GREAT DEBATE…Scotch Plains Mayor Martin L. Marks, left, and mayoral hopeful Geri M. Samuel shook hands Cynthia Swindlehurst, on the evening of the Scotch Plains Debate hosted by The Times of Scotch Plains and Fanwood. Times reporter Fred Rossi, back, addressed the questions to the candidates during the forum. and Borough Clerk Eleanor McGovern. Council, expressed concern about hind Park Avenue and East Second organizations that invited her. Mrs. Meyer expects a using up too much of the local Street would result in a net gain of “I was here. I was available. No- similar meeting with government’s surplus to offset the available parking spaces. body was afraid to come and talk to representatives from need for tax increases. Talking about several open space me,” Mrs. Samuel said. the Township of Council Republicans had unsuc- issues, Mrs. Samuel said she sup- She said her top accomplishment Scotch Plains. cessfully backed that notion in ports Mr. Marks’ proposal to create as Mayor was, “even with all the During American 1999, but Mrs. Samuel said she felt a new conservation zone in Scotch contentiousness, keeping the busi- Education Week, No- too much of the surplus had been Plains, in which certain designated ness of the township moving for- vember 13-17, build- used by the GOP-controlled Coun- land would be off-limits to any ward and doing what was best for ing tours will be avail- cil this year when it passed a zero development, be it commercial, the town.” able at both Terrill tax increase. She also raised con- residential or parks. Neither candi- Before the mayoral candidates (November 13) and cerns about the surplus not being date backed putting any ballfields squared off, the two candidates for Park (November 15) regenerated adequately each year. at the former zoo property, which the Township Council seat being and at Scotch Plains- Calling it “either the height of will soon be developed into a pas- vacated by Republican Councilman Fanwood High School arrogance or the height of foolish- sive park. William F. McClintock answered (November 14) for in- questions for 30 minutes and es- Ingrid McKinley for The Westfield Leader terested members of the public. Tours ness to continue to pat yourself on Mrs. Samuel expressed her hope ers.”SHOPPING SPREE…Twins Nell and Rose Beatty, 2, of Westfield spent time the back” for the 1999 tax hike, Mr. that the proposed park in the sentially echoed the positions of choosing from a display of quality crafts during the annual Craft and Gift begin at 9 a.m. Marks, who is in the 10th month of Ashbrook Reservation will move their mayoral running mates. Boutique of the Golden Goose Craft Club at the Westfield Outdoor Tennis Club. Elementary-school parents can ex- his one-year appointed term as forward after state environmental Democrat Peter Tripet backed the Artisans vended their Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas creations dur- pect to find bond-savvy individuals ing the five-day event, with proceeds benefiting the Center For Hope Hospice in on hand at their schools that same Mayor, said it was “a major blun- studies are completed. She also said 1999 property tax increase, saying Linden. der” not to have used more of the the size of the park will likely be it “was the right move to make.” week during afternoon and evening surplus last year to offset a tax somewhat smaller than the origi- The Democrats “didn’t squander” parent-teacher conference times. increase. nally-proposed two dozen acres. the surplus and “didn’t go for a See us on the web: Mrs. Meyer anticipates that at most He called last November’s spe- Asked which department budget one-time tax gimmick.” He said ESPA Results upcoming, planned district events, cial election to fill a Council va- he would increase significantly if last year’s tax hike led to the zero www.goleader.com there will be someone from the board or administration available to an- cancy, which was won by a Repub- he could, Mr. Marks noted that, at tax increase passed earlier this year. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 lican, “a direct response” to the the start of his term in January, he Republican Paulette Coronato, sibility of parents taking legal action swer bond questions. earlier property tax increase. had expressed his hope that 2000 citing the high township surpluses to see the tests. “To the extent we can get people Addressing Mrs. Samuel’s con- would the “Year of Recreation” in of the past few years, disagreed Dr. Foley urged the board to take a there, we will,” she said. cern about surplus regeneration, Scotch Plains, and said the Depart- with the 1999 decision, calling the Town Council positive attitude. The only apparent gray area in the Mr. Marks said that in recent years, ment of Recreation would get a big 5.4 percent tax increase “one of the “State testing is here to stay,” he board’s communications strategy is the use of cable Channel 34 as a the surplus had always ended up funding boost “if there were a highest…in the last nine years. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 said. He did not support the position When you have a high surplus, medium for disseminating bond in- being higher than initially esti- money tree” available. he would like the system re-allo- of some education activists in Tren- that’s the people’s money,” she said. formation. According to Mrs. Meyer, mated. “We are in desperate need” of cated in order to assign spaces based ton, he said, who think that state Talking about downtown revital- the logistics of producing such mate- The candidates’ appearance, their additional space for recreation pro- on whether a permit-holder resides testing should be dropped. “Just im- ization, both were open to selling rial have not yet been worked out. first joint appearance, was held be- grams, he added. Mrs. Samuel on the north or south sides of town. prove the test,” he urged. the hedge property and turning it fore a bipartisan crowd of support- pointed out that in 1999, during her Mr. Shannon said a complete real- With the results in hand, Dr. Foley into a commercial building, al- ers at the Municipal Building. The mayoral term, the township had location of the parking system, once said, however unsatisfactory the data, Fanwood Presbyterian though Mrs. Coronato said she had event was co-sponsored by the lo- secured $100,000 in pocket park a deck is placed into the system, “It’s time to move on.” reservations, including the effects To Feature Music cal League of Women Voters and grants from Union County that was would be something the town should of a new building on the parking The Times of Scotch Plains- used to renovate Kramer Manor move forward. Of Bach on Sunday situation in the area. Mr. Tripet Fanwood. Mr. Marks and Mrs. Park and had also begun the pro- Officials have said this would help Author Lecture Tickets FANWOOD – Vespers for the Fes- said a new building “could be a key Samuel were given two minutes to cess of developing the Ashbrook reduce traffic backups in areas such tival of the Reformation will take place component to attract new busi- Available on Oct. 26 respond to direct questions, which Reservation park. as the South Avenue traffic circle in the Sanctuary of Fanwood Presbyte- nesses to town,” but said more pub- WESTFIELD – Tickets to a lec- rian Church on Sunday, October 29, at rotated between the two candidates, “The year of recreation really and also reduces the time it takes to with one minute allowed for a re- started in 1999,” she said. lic input is needed on the matter. ture by Elizabeth Norman of 4:30 p.m. walk from the train station to the Westfield, author of “We Band of buttal. Both candidates also agreed that Mrs. Coronato said she “would ac- Minister of Music Robert H. parking lots and/or deck. Angels,” on Tuesday, November 14, Gangewere, Jr. and the Sanctuary Choir The two candidates were in agree- a local ban on the use of hand-held from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Westfield ment on a number of issues, includ- of the Fanwood Presbyterian Church cell phones while driving a car Memorial Library will be available will present the music of Johann ing the proposed new bridge across might be a good idea. Two New next Thursday, October 26. Sebastian Bach. Marking the 250th Route 22 that would directly link Jersey towns—Marlboro and Douglas M. Fasciale, Esq. Interested individuals may pick up anniversary of Bach’s death, the choir Park Avenue and Bonnie Burn Carteret—have recently passed the tickets at the Circulation Desk will perform “Praise the Lord, All Ye Road. similar ordinances. They also both Concentrating in personal injury during regular library hours. The tick- Nations,” and pieces from “Magnificat” “My initial response is over- supported legislation being con- ets are free, but seating is limited. and “A Mighty Fortress is our God.” whelmingly negative,” Mr. Marks sidered in the State Legislature that and malpractice cases. said, adding that a new bridge, and would mandate helmets for young- the added traffic it could attract, sters riding the new scooters that “could spell the demise of the down- have recently become popular. town.” He worried that Park Av- Given the high level of agree- Hoagland, Longo, Moran, enue could be turned into “a four- ment between the them on many lane highway,” and said it was im- issues, Mr. Marks and Mrs. Samuel Dunst & Doukas, LLP portant to consult with surround- also sought to draw other distinc- ing communities, Union and tions, besides property taxes, be- ATTORNEYS AT LAW Somerset County officials and the tween them. Mr. Marks said one state Department of Transportation such distinction was “how Mrs. about the implications of a new Samuel and I approached open gov- bridge. ernment. In 1999, we had a prob- 40 PATERSON STREET 116 S. EUCLID AVENUE Mrs. Samuel, calling a new bridge lem here in Scotch Plains,” he said. NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ 08901 WESTFIELD, NJ 07090 “a bad idea,” said she, too, was “The spirit of free speech was (732) 545-4717 (908) 232-9944 concerned that “the central busi- often times curtailed,” he stated, ness district will disappear” if the accusing Mrs. Samuel, during her project went forward. She also term as Mayor, of ruling fellow [email protected] urged regional consultations and, council members out of order and www.hoaglandlongo.com CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK THE— Serving Scotch PlainsTIMES and Fanwood Since 1959 — of Scotch Plains – Fanwood

USPS 485200 Published OUR 42ND YEAR – ISSUE NO. 42-42 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. Thursday, October 19, 2000 Every Thursday (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS CORONATO AND TRIPET FACE-OFF IN DEBATE Marks And Samuel Defend Opposing Views On Taxes

By FRED ROSSI surplus to offset the need for tax ingly negative,” Mr. Marks said, add- Specially Written for The Times increases. ing that a new bridge, and the added During their debate last week, Council Republicans had unsuc- traffic it could attract, “could spell Republican Martin L. Marks and cessfully backed that notion in 1999, the demise of the downtown.” He Democrat Geri M. Samuel, the can- but Mrs. Samuel said she felt too worried that Park Avenue could be didates in Scotch Plains’ first-ever much of the surplus had been used by turned into “a four-lane highway,” mayoral election, agreed more than the GOP-controlled Council this year and said it was important to consult they disagreed, but still forcefully when it passed a zero tax increase. with surrounding communities, defended their opposing approaches She also raised concerns about the Union and Somerset County offi- to municipal property taxes, which surplus not being regenerated ad- cials and the state Department of has been a major campaign issue, equately each year. Transportation about the implications both in this year’s campaign and in Calling it “either the height of of a new bridge. last year’s special election. arrogance or the height of foolish- Mrs. Samuel, calling a new bridge Addressing her support as Mayor ness to continue to pat yourself on “a bad idea,” said she, too, was con- in 1999 of a 5.4 percent increase in the back” for the 1999 tax hike, Mr. cerned that “the central business dis- local property taxes, Mrs. Samuel Marks, who is in the 10th month of trict will disappear” if the project stated at the start of the 45-minute his one-year appointed term as went forward. She also urged regional face-off that, “I believe we did what Mayor, said it was “a major blunder” consultations and, further, said it was was fiscally responsible for the town.” not to have used more of the surplus important, with or without a new As she did 18 months ago, in the last year to offset a tax increase. bridge, to re-route truck traffic off midst of the partisan wrangling over He called last November’s special Park Avenue and over to Terrill Road. property tax levies, Mrs. Samuel, election to fill a Council vacancy, Talking about the downtown busi- who is the middle of her initial four- which was won by a Republican, “a ness district in general, both candi- Horace R. Corbin for The Times year term on the Township Council, direct response” to the earlier prop- dates agreed on the need for contin- THE GREAT DEBATE…Scotch Plains Mayor Martin L. Marks, left, and mayoral hopeful Geri M. Samuel shook hands expressed concern about using up erty tax increase. ued efforts at revitalizing the area on the evening of the Scotch Plains Debate hosted by The Times of Scotch Plains and Fanwood. Times reporter Fred Rossi, too much of the local government’s back, addressed the questions to the candidates during the forum. Addressing Mrs. Samuel’s concern beyond the aesthetic improvements about surplus regeneration, Mr. currently being made. Marks said that in recent years, the “What we want is for the entire surplus had always ended up being downtown to become a destination,” BOE Slates Major Effort to Communicate higher than initially estimated. Mrs. Samuel said. Mr. Marks said “we The candidates’ appearance, their need to sell our downtown to busi- first joint appearance, was held be- nesses and bring them to Scotch Plains.” fore a bipartisan crowd of supporters Both support the selling of the hedge Dec. 12 Bond Issue Specifics to SP-F Voters at the Municipal Building. The event property next to the Municipal Build- was co-sponsored by the local League ing and turning it into a commercial By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN once-over,” she said. should leave a message stating their Dr. Carol B. Choye and the public Specially Written for The Times of Women Voters and The Times of building. Mr. Marks noted that profes- Closer to December 12, residents question or comment, name and will be held at Scotch Plains Munici- Scotch Plains-Fanwood. Mr. Marks sional planners for years have recom- Eager to see a $35.7 million bond can expect to receive a question-and- phone number, and someone from pal Library on Friday, October 20 at and Mrs. Samuel were given two mended doing this, adding that such a referendum approved by local voters answer mailer that addresses major the administrative offices, usually 10 a.m. Dr. Choye visited with the minutes to respond to direct ques- move, coupled with a revamping of the on December 12, Scotch Plains- questions posed by the public during Mrs. Meyer, will return the call. public at Fanwood Memorial Library tions, which rotated between the two public and private parking lots behind Fanwood school administrators and prior weeks. The district’s website, earlier this month. candidates, with one minute allowed Park Avenue and East Second Street the Board of Education have launched The board has scheduled two 8 www.njcommunity.org/spfnet/, of- School officials are also reaching for a rebuttal. would result in a net gain of available a concerted effort to educate the pub- p.m. bond forums, the first on Thurs- fers more information. out to their municipal counterparts. The two candidates were in agree- parking spaces. lic about the bond over the next nine day, October 19, at Park Middle The board’s community relations Business Administrator and Board ment on a number of issues, includ- Talking about several open space weeks. School; the second on Tuesday, No- committee, chaired by member Tho- Secretary Anthony DelSordi met last ing the proposed new bridge across issues, Mrs. Samuel said she sup- Public Information Coordinator vember 14, at Terrill Middle School. mas Russo, wrote to all civic groups week with Fanwood Mayor Lou Jung, Route 22 that would directly link ports Mr. Marks’ proposal to create a Kathleen L. Meyer says the board These forums will offer the public in Fanwood and Scotch Plains to Councilwomen Karen Schurtz and Park Avenue and Bonnie Burn Road. new conservation zone in Scotch will send out three direct mailings to opportunities to comment on and offer to speak to members about the CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 “My initial response is overwhelm- CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 about 12,000 households in Scotch pose questions about the bond. bond referendum. Plains and Fanwood. Preliminary For these and other planned pro- So far, “The Golden Agers are on bond information was mailed to resi- grams, IE Communications is pre- the calendar,” Mrs. Meyer said. dents this week in Perspective, the paring a scripted presentation and During recent back-to-school district newsletter. accompanying visual demonstration. nights, principals spoke to thousands IE Communications, the consult- The consultant plans to work with of parents about the bond and invited ant hired to help the board in its bond school principals, administrators and, them to study school floor plans, communications efforts, is prepar- to some extent, Parent Teacher Asso- which were posted in high-traffic ing a six-page mailer for distribution ciation representatives and Coalition areas. later this month. According to Mrs. to Support the Bond designees on Principals will also be holding Meyer, that mail-out will explain the how to present the bond information. breakfasts with staff members to share planned construction and renovation A Bond Hot Line is in place, and information and answer their ques- projects at each of the schools and people have been taking advantage tions about the bond. their related costs. of it, said Mrs. Meyer. The Hot Line A second informal conversation “It should be a pretty complete number is (908) 889-9665. Callers between Superintendent of Schools Study to Focus on Dean Oil Site As Possible Redevelopment Zone By DEBORAH MADISON Council, members voted 6-0 in favor Oil site. Specially Written for The Times of authorizing the Planning Board to The investigation will determine During last Thursday’s regular conduct a preliminary investigation if the long-vacant property at meeting of the Fanwood Borough of the lot known as the former Dean LaGrande Avenue and Second Street can be transformed into a downtown redevelopment zone. This council’s action authorizes the Planning Board to hire a consultant to conduct the study. Ingrid McKinley for The Times Prior to the governing body’s vote, BONFIRE WATCHERS…During the second annual bonfire held at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School, Scotch Plains residents Sabrina Davis and Caitlin Mahoney, both 3 ½, savored the warmth and the bright lights provided by the bonfire Councilwoman Cynthia display. Firemen were on alert to any potential danger resulting from the bonfire. Swindlehurst stated she would pre- fer that this issue, along with another matter, be discussed in private dur- ing the council’s executive session. She had said it would be more pru- dent for the council to submit both SP Council Interviews Two of Three proposals simultaneously to the Plan- ning Board for consideration. “I think that discussion on both Candidates to Replace Mr. Bromley proposals needs to be completed be- fore we vote on either one,” Ms. By FRED ROSSI the Scotch Plains Library Board of Plains-Fanwood Board of Education. Swindlehurst had commented. Specially Written for The Times Trustees. After teaching in the Mrs. Porter said she did not foresee The councilwoman also said she It’s likely the Scotch Plains Town- Plainfield public schools for 25 years, any potential conflicts between her would prefer to wait until money was ship Council will make a final deci- Ms. Hahn now is a substitute teacher husband’s position and her own as a SPECIAL RESOLUTION…Members of DECA at Scotch Plains-Fanwood budgeted for the study before voting sion within the next few days on a there. She told the Council members member of the Council. High School received a special resolution from Fanwood Mayor Louis C. Jung successor to the late Democratic during the meeting of the Fanwood Borough Council last week. Pictured, left to on this proposal. Fellow representa- she’d “like to be a representative for Mayor Martin L. Marks asked both right, are: James McClintock, Andrew Pavoni, Douglas Gillie, Mayor Jung, tives, however, advised that the Plan- Councilman Tarquin Jay Bromley. the senior citizens” in town and prom- candidates to stay in touch in the David Baumwoll, Ryan Crawford, David Larkin and Eric Konzelman. ning Board would have to send the At its conference meeting on Tues- ised that she would have the time to coming days, saying that a decision study proposal back to the council day night, the Council met with two devote to the position. on a replacement could be made anyway for funding approval. of the three women who were nomi- Sharynn Porter, whose two chil- soon. The Council will act after After considerable discussion, of- nated by the Scotch Plains Demo- dren attend Park Middle School, said speaking with the third nominee, Times to Co-Sponsor Forum ficials unanimously voted in favor of cratic Committee to fill Mr. she had “a passion for this commu- Theresa Ford, who was unable to progressing on the redevelopment Bromley’s seat until a special elec- nity” and called herself “a children’s attend Tuesday night’s meeting. For Fanwood Council Candidates study proposal. Ms. Swindlehurst tion is held next year. advocate.” She emphasized her back- After interviewing the candidates, stressed that this proposal only au- Fanette L. Hahn, who has lived in ground in banking and finance, an the Council was given a preview of The Times of Scotch Plains- ough Council Chambers of the town for 33 years, talked about her Fanwood and the Westfield Area Fanwood Municipal Building, located thorizes that a study be conducted area she worked in before staying at the official township website, which League of Women Voters will co- at 75 North Martine Avenue. Fred and does not finalize how the Dean civic and volunteer activities and home to raise her children. Her hus- will likely be launched at next sponsor a candidates forum for Rossi, a reporter with The Times, will Oil site will be handled. said she had served as a member of band is a member of the Scotch Tuesday’s regular meeting. Still a Fanwood Borough Council candi- moderate. “Other proposals will be simulta- work in progress, the site, at dates tomorrow, Friday, October 20, Questions will focus on downtown neously considered by the council INDEX www.scotchplainsNJ.com, will first at 8 p.m. revitalization, property taxes and traf- and the Planning Board,” Ms. A&E...... Page 22 Education ...... Page 8 Social ...... Page 6 be structured to meet the needs of The forum will be held in the Bor- fic safety, among others. Swindlehurst remarked. Classifieds..... Page 21 Obituary ...... Page 10 Sports ...... Page 13 township residents, according to Ken CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Editorial ...... Page 4 Political...... Page 3 CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Page 12 Thursday, October 19, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Study to Focus on Dean Oil Site Maria Varvara Attends Forum As Possible Redevelopment Zone On Medicine CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 SCOTCH PLAINS – Maria Under other business, the council vices could be consolidated or honored several volunteers whose shared. Varvara, a junior at Union Catholic contributions have benefited the com- Flooding in several Willoughby High School in Scotch Plains, at- munity. Among them was Jon Road backyards, caused by sewers tended the National Young Leader- Lorenzini, a 14-year-old Eagle Scout backing up, was mentioned. Council- ship Forum on Medicine (MED) in who organized a group of 73 volun- woman Karen M. Schurtz suggested Philadelphia this past summer. teers who contributed some 400 hours the problem needed to be addressed Maria learned first-hand about to help the Fanwood Memorial Li- by Borough Engineer Richard medical ethics, the global effects of brary reorganize during renovations. Marsden. The topic will be put on the infectious disease, genetic research, Library Director Dan Weiss com- council’s agenda for November. public health and other subjects re- mended Jon for his contributions The sidewalk renovation phase lated to the field. and the council presented him with a of the borough’s comprehensive resolution of appreciation. streetscape project is underway, She also had the opportunity to Officials also honored Eric with sidewalks being replaced on visit top medical institutions such Konzelman with a resolution of ap- the east side of Martine Avenue. as: Temple University School of preciation for his leadership and ser- After the sidewalks are replaced, Medicine, Philadelphia College of vice to the community. Eric, also an Victorian light fixtures will be in- Osteopathic Medicine, MCP Eagle Scout, organized a team of stalled, with work expected to be Hahnemann University and others. scouts who made a sidewalk inven- done in time for the holiday sea- Maria also interacted with doctors, tory to be used by the borough to son. nurses, scientists and professors to assess the need for sidewalk repairs. A total of 68 trees have been gather a greater understanding of The council additionally declared installed along South Avenue, paid medical history, standards and the week of Sunday, October 22, as for with a grant obtained by Mrs. DECA Week. The Scotch Plains- McGovern. The Fanwood Shade trends. Fanwood High School’s DECA Tree Commission selected a vari- Throughout the program, Maria Leadership Program celebrated its ety of maple, plum and cherry blos- and fellow students explored the realms of public health and prob- 31st anniversary this month. Mem- som trees that would not cause dam- Horace R. Corbin for The Times bers are being honored for their age to the sidewalks. CAPTURING THE ACTION...Cameras from TV-34 in Scotch Plains were behind the scenes last week as the debate lem-based learning in a series of numerous contributions to the com- A copy of the borough’s revised between Mayor Martin L. Marks and mayoral hopeful Geri M. Samuel tackled the big issues. intense and stimulating simulations. munity. zoning ordinance will be given to MED culminated in a simulation Borough Clerk Eleanor the Planning Board, so that board that explored medical ethics, al- McGovern has been officially ap- members may review changes that Planning Board Approves Waldheim Ave. lowing students to apply what they pointed as Administrator of the have been made. Property owners learned throughout the course of Borough. Mrs. McGovern has been within 200 feet of the newly-cre- performing the duties of Adminis- ated Central Commercial 2 zone the forum. trator since 1991, under the title of will be notified regarding the Site For M-1 Industrial Despite Objections Maria, the daughter of Mr. and Borough Clerk. changes that this new zone entails. Mrs. Bart Vavara, is on full scholar- Mayor Louis C. Jung declared Councilwoman Schurtz proposed By DEBORAH MADISON The Concord Road residents are lo- Planning Committee to determine which ship to Union Catholic after scoring September 28 as Fanwood Senior that officials postpone Fanwood’s Specially Written for The Times cated in an R-2 residential zone while areas or zones would be most appropri- No. 1 on the scholarship examina- Citizens Day and Saturday, Octo- nomination as a historic district SCOTCH PLAINS — A site plan Mr. Lourenco’s property on Waldheim ate for tower placement. tion. She maintains honor roll sta- ber 28, as CROP Walk Day. until it is determined whether a application for the industrial use of a lot Avenue is in a M-1 industrial zone, The Planning Board passed a motion tus and is an active member of the The council discussed the pros- grant will be received to cover the located at 2374 Waldheim Avenue and creating a conflict of usages in the com- to establish a new conservation zone school’s Forensics Team as well as pect of farming out the collection accompanying fee. owned by Sergio Lourenco, also known munity. designation for certain parcels of land. the Italian Heritage and Service as the Portuguese Mason, was approved of overdue parking tickets and traf- Flu shots, normally dispensed in A tract of land to the rear of the site, The first parcel to receive the newly Clubs. fic fines to a state-run agency, which October, have been delayed. There by the Scotch Plains Planning Board at approximately 20 feet wide, was desig- created designation is a lot at 566 Hunter Writing is of special interest to would take 25 percent of the col- is no word yet on when they will be their meeting on Monday, October 16, nated by the New Jersey Department of Avenue. The lot will be preserved in its lection fee. Officials discussed the received. along with conditions and an amend- Environmental Protection (DEP) as natural, pristine state, except for mini- Maria who won first place in the need to obtain answers to several It was announced that informational ment. wetlands. Several residents whose back mal maintenance to remove debris. No Knights of Columbus Essay Con- questions regarding the process meetings on the school bond referen- Several Concord Road residents yards abut the wetlands have raised construction or development will be test and second place in the Veter- before voting. dum will be held at Park Middle whose properties abut the rear yard of concerns regarding the proper treat- permitted on conservation zone lots, ans of Foreign Wars Essay Contest. Joel Whitaker, Council President, School tonight, Thursday, October the site attended Monday’s meeting to ment of these wetlands by Mr. Lourenco. designated as “C” zoned. Other parcels Maria is employed as an assistant announced that a retreat sponsored 19, and at Terrill Middle School on object to the plan’s approval. They had Mr. Lourenco operates a masonry of public land will also be considered coach at SCORE Learning Center by the Long Range Plan Commit- Tuesday, November 14. Both meet- objected to the same proposal at earlier construction business. A two-story struc- for this designation, according to Mayor in New Providence. tee will be held on Friday and Sat- ings will take place at 8 p.m. Planning Board meetings. The residents ture, once a residence, is now used for Martin L. Marks. urday, November 10 and 11. Atten- North Avenue resident Richard worried about increased noise, flooding storing masonry and construction ma- dance is by invitation only. The Bard asked the governing body to and the disturbance of wetlands to the terials and tools. Mr. Lourenco told the question of consolidation of ser- explain how taxes will be adjusted rear of the site. A barking watchdog and board that he is only at the site only from Marks And Samuel Defend vices will be one of the key issues when the shared Scotch Plains- the emptying of Mr. Lourenco’s 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. to load up his truck and discussed. Fanwood school district receives dumpster were cited by the residents as from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. to unload. He Mr. Whitaker told The Times of an expected $10 million grant from the source of the noise problems. keeps a 35-foot dumpster on the site for Opposing Views On Taxes Scotch Plains-Fanwood that a sur- the state. disposing debris. The lot can accom- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 vey of all the council members The council explained that the modate three parking spaces for his Plains, in which certain designated land me,” Mrs. Samuel said. indicated there was a general con- exact amount of the grant will be employees’ cars. would be off-limits to any develop- She said her top accomplishment as sensus that elected officials were known before the bond is taken out Board of Ed. James Watson of EKA Associates, ment, be it commercial, residential or Mayor was, “even with all the conten- not in favor of merging Fanwood and that the bond will only be in the CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Scotch Plains, the engineer who de- parks. Neither candidate backed put- tiousness, keeping the business of the services entirely with another mu- amount needed after the grant mon- Cynthia Swindlehurst, and Borough signed the site plan, testified that Mr. ting any ballfields at the former zoo township moving forward and doing nicipality. Council members did eys have been received, so no ad- Clerk Eleanor McGovern. Mrs. Meyer Lourenco’s masonry contracting busi- property, which will soon be developed what was best for the town.” believe, however, that some ser- justment will be necessary. expects a similar meeting with represen- ness was an acceptable use in this M-1 into a passive park. Before the mayoral candidates tatives from the Township of Scotch industrial zone. He also told the board Mrs. Samuel expressed her hope that squared off, the two candidates for the Plains. that Mr. Lourenco proposes to run a the proposed park in the Ashbrook Res- Township Council seat being vacated Garwood Gives OK During American Education Week, pipe along a depressed trench through ervation will move forward after state by Republican Councilman William November 13-17, building tours will be the wetlands, which will eliminate the environmental studies are completed. F. McClintock answered questions for available at both Terrill (November 13) stagnant water accumulating in this area, She also said the size of the park will 30 minutes and essentially echoed the To North Ave. ShopRite and Park (November 15) and at Scotch subject to DEP approval. Mr. Watson likely be somewhat smaller than the positions of their mayoral running Plains-Fanwood High School (Novem- explained that this would hinder the originally-proposed two dozen acres. mates. ber 14) for interested members of the breeding of mosquitoes as well as the Asked which department budget he Democrat Peter Tripet backed the After Yrs. of Wrangling public. Tours begin at 9 a.m. stench of stagnant muck, which accu- would increase significantly if he could, 1999 property tax increase, saying it Elementary-school parents can expect mulates in this area. Mr. Marks noted that, at the start of his “was the right move to make.” The By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN ing to make changes to its original site to find bond-savvy individuals on hand Concord Avenue resident Jim term in January, he had expressed his Democrats “didn’t squander” the sur- Specially Written for The Times proposal that are more in keeping with at their schools that same week during Garwood’s downtown redevelopment Ciccarino, speaking on behalf of sev- hope that 2000 would the “Year of plus and “didn’t go for a one-time tax WESTFIELD -- It has been eight afternoon and evening parent-teacher eral neighboring residents, told the board Recreation” in Scotch Plains, and said gimmick.” He said last year’s tax hike years since Norman Sevell of Westfield program. For example, Village agreed to conference times. make some aesthetic improvements to that the residents were against the in- the Department of Recreation would led to the zero tax increase passed Lumber & Home Center signed a con- Mrs. Meyer anticipates that at most get a big funding boost “if there were a earlier this year. the front of the site (e.g. brick pavers). As upcoming, planned district events, there stallation of the proposed pipe, and tract with Village Supermarkets of wanted the wetlands returned to their money tree” available. Republican Paulette Coronato, cit- Springfield to allow Village to buy his the municipal engineer pointed out, these will be someone from the board or ad- improvements are not required, but will ministration available to answer bond original state. Mr. Ciccarino claimed “We are in desperate need” of addi- ing the high township surpluses of the business site at 628-710 North Avenue tional space for recreation programs, he past few years, disagreed with the to build a ShopRite supermarket. make the area look more attractive. questions. that Mr. Lourenco partially filled in the Last spring, the Westfield Planning “To the extent we can get people there, wetland’s trench, causing flooding in added. Mrs. Samuel pointed out that in 1999 decision, calling the 5.4 percent The Town of Westfield fought the idea, 1999, during her mayoral term, the town- tax increase “one of the highest…in while the Borough of Garwood embraced Board approved the Sevell request to tear we will,” she said. several neighboring backyards after down its old lumber building on one end The only apparent gray area in the heavy rains. The residents also had con- ship had secured $100,000 in pocket the last nine years. When you have a it. In the end, Garwood won, and the park grants from Union County that high surplus, that’s the people’s supermarket will be constructed only on of its property and build a new structure board’s communications strategy is the cerns that a pipe would promote rodents the Garwood portion of the property. on the Westfield side of the property. use of cable Channel 34 as a medium for in the area, Mr. Ciccarino stated. was used to renovate Kramer Manor money,” she said. “It was one thing after another, one “It’s good news,” said Mr. Newell. disseminating bond information. Accord- Mr. Watson claimed that Mr. Park and had also begun the process of Talking about downtown revital- lawsuit after another — and here we “We thought we may lose Westfield ing to Mrs. Meyer, the logistics of pro- Lourenco never filled in the wetlands developing the Ashbrook Reservation ization, both were open to selling the are,” said Michael Sevell, the senior Lumber. We’re happy to see Westfield ducing such material have not yet been and that the flooding was not caused by park. hedge property and turning it into a Sevell’s son. Lumber decide to maintain its business worked out. the trench or wetlands, but by other “The year of recreation really started commercial building, although Mrs. “(Garwood) wanted it for a long there. It’s an asset to the community, factors, which could be corrected. He in 1999,” she said. Coronato said she had reservations, time,” explained Robert Newell, a that kind of service.” also explained that a pipe would not Both candidates also agreed that a including the effects of a new building member of the Westfield Planning The volume of traffic that Westfield preclude an increase in rodents unless a local ban on the use of hand-held cell on the parking situation in the area. Board. “The traffic issue was not as officials expect from the ShopRite pre- phones while driving a car might be a Mr. Tripet said a new building “could sents a challenge. SP Council source of food, such as trash or fruit important to them as it is to us. Traffic trees, was also present. good idea. Two New Jersey towns— be a key component to attract new will be affected.” “We should not be ostriches with our Marlboro and Carteret—have recently businesses to town,” but said more heads in the sand regarding traffic man- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 The board approved the plan with the The courts found that the traffic im- amendment that the Town Engineer and passed similar ordinances. They also public input is needed on the matter. agement in Westfield,” stated Council- Anderson, head of the Technology Advi- Mrs. Coronato said she “would actu- pact would not be enough as to deny Mr. Watson would study the wetlands both supported legislation being con- man Neil F. Sullivan. He praised Coun- sory Committee that oversaw the site’s ally try to recruit new business” to the Village Supermarkets’ application, ac- to determine the best solution to the sidered in the State Legislature that cilman Matt Albano’s “appropriate development. Initially, the site will con- would mandate helmets for youngsters downtown district, especially mom- cording to Garwood’s Municipal Engi- flooding problems and decide whether neer Victor Vinegra. push” for some traffic management in tain information about the Police and riding the new scooters that have re- and-pop type of stores so that “we He confirmed that Village holds a the North Avenue/Broad Street area. Fire Departments as well as the Recre- installing a pipe would improve the cently become popular. offer something unique that other permit to begin work on the parking lot Mr. Sullivan would like to see a ation Department, where a schedule of area. The approval was also contingent Given the high level of agreement towns don’t.” and site infrastructure. proposal from the RBA Group, a con- activities will be posted. on NJDEP approval of the fence and between the them on many issues, Mr. Mr. Tripet, saying that “if we build it, “You do see some equipment there,” sultant hired by the Township of Saying the site would be developed on landscaping proposals. a “crawl, then walk” method, Mr. Ander- Marks and Mrs. Samuel also sought to they will come,” said more commercial said Mr. Vinegra. “They have permis- Westfield, to address traffic speed and Board members pointed out that if draw other distinctions, besides prop- buildings in the downtown business sion to start cleaning up the site.” He safety on East Broad Street. In a sepa- son told the Council that, eventually, noise levels exceeding the ordinance rate proposal, said Mr. Sullivan, RBA information about all local government erty taxes, between them. Mr. Marks district would result in more tax ratables said building permits, which, for standards were occurring, then the resi- said one such distinction was “how that could ease the burden on residen- Garwood properties, are granted “could help the town develop a traffic- departments and activities would be avail- dents could file civil complaints to cor- calming method for the entire grid be- able. He also foresaw giving residents Mrs. Samuel and I approached open tial property taxpayers. Both candi- through the Township of Cranford, rect the problem. Board member Rob- government. In 1999, we had a prob- dates said more public input and re- should be issued any day. tween East Broad Street and North the opportunity to fill out and transmit ert La Costa said that although the Avenue, including the anticipated im- certain forms, such as permit applica- lem here in Scotch Plains,” he said. gional consultations were needed be- Mr. Vinegra emphasized that Village dumpster and barking dog may be a “The spirit of free speech was often fore any final decision could be made has been “pretty cooperative,” agree- pact of a ShopRite development.” tions. The site was developed by volunteers. noise nuisance, he doubted whether times curtailed,” he stated, accusing Mrs. about the proposed Route 22 bridge. Mr. Anderson said it was important to they violated the ordinance. Samuel, during her term as Mayor, of Mrs. Coronato and Mr. Tripet have a commitment from the local gov- The board also discussed the desig- ruling fellow council members out of backed the new conservation zone ernment to update the site regularly with nation of certain areas for the placement order and disallowing public input at being proposed and also said more Douglas M. Fasciale, Esq. fresh information. He also said the Tech- of cellular towers and antennas in town, council meetings. parks and open space were needed in nology Advisory Committee will need which would improve cellular telephone Residents, he said, “should not be town. Mrs. Coronato said there was a Concentrating in personal injury guidance from the Council on what types reception in the area. The board agreed afraid to approach their elected officials need for recreational activities, espe- of information will be placed on the site. to forward the issue to the Long Range in fear that they’re going to get turned cially for teenagers. and malpractice cases. away and not be allowed to speak.” She said it might be a good idea for Mr. Marks said that, under his lead- the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of ership this year, “the spirit of free Education to sponsor regular dances speech is back and alive in Scotch and sports activities for teens. Mr. Plains,” something he called one of Tripet said that “preservation of open Hoagland, Longo, Moran, his proudest accomplishments. He space will be a top priority” if he was also pointed to his Meet the Mayor elected to the Council. Dunst & Doukas, LLP program, which he said has allowed Mr. Tripet emphasized his roots in him to meet with residents, students the township and said he had “the time ATTORNEYS AT LAW and other groups in town. and energy to work extremely hard for Mrs. Samuel countered by blaming Scotch Plains.” He said he would also most of the tension in 1999 on Mr. support more senior housing and work Marks. to attract more businesses to the down- 40 PATERSON STREET 116 S. EUCLID AVENUE She also said that, “I didn’t have to town business district. start a Meet the Mayor program be- Mrs. Coronato pointed out her years NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ 08901 WESTFIELD, NJ 07090 cause I was in my office every day.” of experience “working in different lev- (732) 545-4717 (908) 232-9944 She said she often met with and spoke els of government,” and said she is “pre- to residents, students, senior citizens pared to take on the role of Council groups and any other organizations member.” Saying that Mr. Tripet did not [email protected] that invited her. have the experience to serve, she said www.hoaglandlongo.com “I was here. I was available. No- that “last year, we found out how much body was afraid to come and talk to inexperience can cost the taxpayers.” CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 2 Thursday, October 19, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Mountainside Council Presents Good Neighbor Award to Sigrid Patch, Appoints Chief Debbie as Administrator By KIM BROADWELL for people with AIDS and taking tor and Sergeant Scott Worswick Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times another course on working with gave a brief overview to the Bor- MOUNTAINSIDE — Before a children at St. Clare’s Haller House, ough Council and residents regard- generous sized crowd of friends Ms. Patch felt ready to focus her ing the Community Oriented Polic- and neighbors, William Biuno pre- energies on volunteer work. ing (C.O.P.) program that has been sented Mabel Young Good Neigh- Among some of her duties in- at the Deerfield School for two bor Award the to longtime cluded delivering warm meals, years. Mountainside resident and volun- working as a volunteer in Newark’s Dr. Schaller said he has heard teer Sigrid Patch. In addressing the Haller House for children, organiz- nothing but positive comments from crowd, Mr. Biuno stated that Ms. ing warm meal and clothing drives parents and students. He thanked Patch was an excellent example of for people through the Circle of Chief James Debbie, Jr., who first what the Good Neighbor award was Compassion group at Our Lady of had the vision of introducing the all about. Lourdes Church in Mountainside. program in Mountainside. He noted, “The award for the According to Mr. Biuno, Ms. Sgt. Worswick said that since he year 2000 follows in the tradition Patch also served as a foster mother has been working in the program, a of Mountainsiders caring for for an HIV positive baby for two safe driving program implemented Mountainsiders. It is all about years from 1994 until 1996 until at the High School and the Drug people who have given their time the child was adopted. Abuse Resistance Education pro- and talents an love in unassuming In her address to the crowd, Ms. gram has been continued. ways, seeking no acclaim or recog- Patch quoted Mother Theresa say- Finally, the council unanimously nition, but always giving and being ing, “I know God won’t give me passed an ordinance, naming Chief their brother’s keeper.” anything I can’t handle, I just wish Debbie as the Part-time Borough WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP...Barbara Hall, center, President of New Jersey League of Municipalities, recently spoke to he didn’t trust in me so much.” Administrator at an annual salary the Union County Women’s Political Caucus in Westfield (UCWPC). Joining her, from left, are: Union County Caucus According to Mr. Biuno, Ms. President, Carol Cohen; Kelly Hatfield, Summit Councilwoman and UCWPC Vice President; Westfield Councilwoman Patch was born and also met her “This Good Neighbor Award is of $22,000. Chief Debbie has been Claire Lazarowitz; Cindy Martin, Summit Councilwoman; Elizabeth Cornwell, Secretary of UCWC; Brenda King, late husband, Juergen, in Germany. not my award, but our award as a serving as the Acting Administra- UCWPC Treasurer; and WPC State President and Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi. The Women’s Political Caucus Juergen was transferred to the community,” she continued. “The tor since April 24, 1999. is a bi-partisan organization dedicated to endorsing, supporting and promoting women to elected and appointed office. United States in 1975 and moved to first thing that I had to learn when Mountainside in 1979. They had starting my volunteer work was to two children, who live in South give unconditional love, which was Congressman Gephardt Rallies for Connelly at Fundraiser; Carolina and Woodbridge, respec- not so easy to learn at first, but now tively. is part of me.” After retiring from a catering Ms. Patch also noted that she felt Calls 7th District Race Among Most Important in Nation being a volunteer was very easy to business that she had ran from 1985 By PAUL J. PEYTON Congressman Gephardt, the Mi- ence and issues behind her to defeat mum wage and campaign finance until 1992, Ms. Patch focused her do and encouraged more people to Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times nority Leader in Congress, has a lot her Republican opponent, Michael reform. time and efforts on volunteering. join her. WARREN — In an effort to con- riding on this race. If Democrats A. Ferguson. He described Mrs. Connelly’s 28 After a training taken in 1992 at In other business, Dr. Gerard tinue the push to elect a Democrat in regain the majority, he will become “This clearly is in the top tier of years as Human Resources Director Seton Hall University about caring Schaller, Chief School Administra- the Seventh District for the first time the party’s first House Speaker since races we are looking at (to regain the at AT&T, along with her municipal in nearly three decades, Congress- 1994, the year Republican Newt majority in the House of Representa- government experience as a Fanwood man Richard Gephardt (D-Mo.) ral- Gingrich and his Contract With tives),” he said, noting the Demo- mayor and councilwoman, as ideal lied his party’s forces behind America swept Republicans into the cratic leadership is looking at 45 to background for a Congressional can- What is UNICO? Maryanne S. Connelly during a $250- majority. 50 seats around the country, includ- didate. per-person fundraiser in Warren on During a telephone interview, Con- ing both incumbent and open seats. “She has a great chance of win- We Are The Largest Italian-American Sunday. The event reportedly raised gressman Gephardt said Mrs. Congressman Gephardt said Mrs. ning this race,” the Congressman $7,500. Connelly has the personal experi- Connelly’s support for a passable noted. Patients’ Bill of Rights and for a Republicans have held the Sev- Service Organization in America prescription drug plan within the enth District for the past 28 years. Medicare program, along with her Congressman Bob Franks, who is • We give thousands of dollars to charitable groups each year pro-choice stance on abortion, make the GOP nominee for the United • We have a scholarship program for Scotch Plains-Fanwood students Supports her an attractive candidate in the States Senate, has represented the district. He also noted that she sup- district for eight years. Matthew • We foster Italian heritage and culture ports an increase in the federal mini- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 • We are a service organization dedicated to helping others “Faith in Westfield” Membership is open to those who are of Italian descent, Dinner Dance • Monday, October 23 • 6pm–10pm or whose spouses are. Linda Maggio, United Fund, Guest of Honor We would like to talk to YOU about membership Children's Specialized Hospital, Professional Service Award Trader Joe's, Business of the Year Come meet us, ask questions Mayor Thomas Jardim, Community Service Award Wednesday, Nov 1st • St. Batholmews Church • 7 PM Ernie Winter, American Red Cross, Volunteer of the Year Award Sandy Mamary, Westfield High School, Employee of the Year 908-889-2200 Scotch Plains- Fanwood Chapter, UNICO National Reservations: Call The Westfield Chamber (908) 233-3021

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“Good people often disagree,” she current high occupancy rates by de- their area. Most residents, particu- roads such as Prospect and Elm as Mr. Betancourt said the develop- Westfield said, “but as board president I made veloping programs that promote re- larly those on busy streets have voiced well as Ferris Place and Clark Street. ment of the downtown area has been sure all members had the opportu- tention of existing businesses and concern that traffic moves too quickly “Citizens can have an impact on a positive for the community, but has Mayoral Race nity to express their opinions. Then I expand regional audiences for down- through the town’s main arteries,” traffic policy in Westfield just by also added to congestion in certain would try to incorporate the differ- town activities,” he explained. said Mr. Echausse. keeping the council and the police areas, encouraging careless driving Mrs. Jacobson (D) ing opinions and work to build con- Councilman McDermott saluted “On Elm and Prospect Streets, in informed about where there is speed- by some motorists intent on making WESTFIELD – Westfield Demo- sensus. We always were able to move the now former DWC Executive Di- particular, there are a lot of young ing and where there are other traffic up time by speeding. cratic Mayoral candidate Susan forward,” the candidate stated. rector Michael La Place for strength- families with children who have re- problems. That said, I still believe “As a former Westfield Municipal Jacobson stated that Mrs. Jacobson said she would use ening the DWC during his tenure in cently moved here and they are con- safety on our roads is a two way Prosecutor, I can tell residents that if elected, she would the same consensus-building tech- Westfield and credited Mr. La Place cerned for their children’s safety,” street. Pedestrians also need to act it’s not worth it to speed,” he said. bring the same non- nique as mayor that she used on the for putting a much-needed emphasis Mr. Echausse indicated. responsibly to contribute to traffic “Judges in our municipal court won’t partisan approach to Board of Education. on downtown culture through the Mr. Echausse said he will recom- safety. If pedestrians follow the cross- tolerate it and usually impose the the Town Council “Decisions will be based on the presentation of live musical perfor- mend that Town Council invest in walks and drivers drive carefully and maximum fine on drivers. I believe that “worked so well merits of a policy, not on politics,” mances and sidewalk art sales. another two speed readers, which within the speed limits, our roads such a hard line is appropriate given while on the school she said. “Appointments and con- Councilman McDermott noted that tell drivers exactly how fast their will be much safer,” he said. our reputation as a family-friendly board.” tracts will be based on qualifica- well-paved roads, pedestrian safety traveling. town with numerous schools and a “The Board of tions, not affiliations. Westfield is and the proposed comprehensive “We have a quality, professional busy downtown packed with shop- Education acted on what was in the best served when we serve not our parking plan must also be considered police force here in Westfield, but Westfield pers. best interest for all our children,” own personal interests, but the inter- integral components in future down- they can’t be everywhere in town “I would encourage drivers, first, Mrs. Jacobson said. “The Town Coun- est of the community.” town planning. patrolling our streets and enforcing Second Ward to slow down, and, second, to treat cil should work in the same bi-parti- “Encouraging the complete the speed limits,” said Echausse. other drivers and the police with san way, in the best interest of all the Westfield experience is a great means “One thing we could do is to pro- Mr. Betancourt (R) respect. I can’t tell you how many people of Westfield.” Mr. McDermott (R) by which to broaden our regional vide them with more tools to control WESTFIELD — With 10 years times I’ve seen drivers affected by Mrs. Jacobson was a member of WESTIELD — “Westfield’s abil- presence and secure the future eco- speeding, such as two additional experience as Westfield Municipal road rage terrorize fellow drivers and the Westfield Board of Education for ity to maintain its downtown as a nomic vitality of the downtown,” speed readers. This would give the Prosecutor, hurl obscenities at our law enforce- 12 years and served as its President premiere shoppers’ said Mr. McDermott. town a total of four readers so that Westfield Second ment officials. Being a considerate, for three years and as Vice President and visitors’ destina- “Smart planning and marketing one could be in each ward at all Ward Town Council courteous driver will keep citizens for three years. tion now and in the must, however, go hand in hand with times. I think drivers respond well to candidate Rafael J. on the right side of the law and may “The partisanship and differences decade to come will a continued commitment on the part them; they encourage drivers to slow Betancourt this week even affect the outcome of a court that define the national parties have depend on the plans of the town to use its resources to down on their own,” he explained. said more mutual hearing should they be ticketed,” said no place in local government,” said we put into place this maintain and improve the downtown He added that he would keep the respect among driv- Mr. Betancourt. Mrs. Jacobson. “The members of year,” Westfield First infrastructure,” he said. neighborhood involved in decisions ers and between driv- The candidate said the Westfield Town Council do not face questions Ward Councilman made to target certain streets for ers and the police de- Police Department does a good job on gun control, Medicare and Social and Republican traffic remedies, particularly as a partment can go a long way toward keeping speeding to a minimum, but Security. We make decisions on pav- mayoral candidate Gregory S. Westfield new parking deck is constructed and improving safety and traffic flow on ing roads, maintaining parks, pro- McDermott said this week. creates additional traffic on main Westfield’s streets. CONTINUED ON PAGE 5 viding police protection and snow Councilman McDermott, who First Ward plowing.” serves as a board member of the “Partisanship and national party Downtown Westfield Corporation Mr. Echausse (R) labels should be left at the door when (DWC), noted that the downtown WESTFIELD — Last summer, entering the council chambers,” Mrs. has changed dramatically over the Westfield Republican First Ward Jacobson said. “We do not select past few years and has evolved into a Town Council can- Supreme Court justices. We select mature and highly developed down- didate Peter business administrators and police town. Echausse said he chiefs.” The focus of future planning, ac- witnessed a pedes- “These decisions must be based on cording to Councilman McDermott, trian who was struck the best interests of our citizens. All should be on ways in which Westfield by a car at the inter- of us must first and foremost be can retain its merchant and business section of North Av- members of the ‘What is Good for base and heighten awareness of the enue and Broad Westfield Party,’ doing what is best varied opportunities for entertain- Street. Although no for our community,” she said. ment, eating, shopping and services one was seriously injured, the inci- Mrs. Jacobson said that in her 12 that exist in town. dent has led the candidate to bring years on the Board of Education, “Westfield is fortunate to have an the issue of traffic safety to the fore- members often disagreed, having entity like the Downtown Westfield front of his campaign. come from different backgrounds and Corporation in place. The challenge “Everywhere I go during my neigh- having different ideas and perspec- for the organization, and for the town borhood walks, I ask residents about tives. itself, is how to build on the town’s their concerns about traffic safety in

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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 4 Thursday, October 19, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader THE TIMES Fanwood Coordinates of Scotch Plains – Fanwood — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— Resources For Downtown The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood and the County of Union and the Township of Scotch Plains Member of: Member of: From the Desk of Fanwood New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association Mayor Louis C. Jung National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Fanwood Business & Professional Association At the January 1, 2000, annual Wednesday, October 25, at 6:30 p.m. DEAD RINGER Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey reorganization meeting, I set We are looking for business people Ringer has developed several in- P.O. Box 250 • 50 Elm Street P. O. Box 368 • 1906 Bartle Avenue Fanwood downtown revitalization as and professionals from all over dependent meanings, including one Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 the top priority for this year. As you Fanwood, not only those who are in who rings a bell, a throw in the game read this, the streetscape work is well the downtown area. of horseshoes in which a shoe en- Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 underway on Martine Avenue. Looking to the future, on October circles the stake making a ringing POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at Taking full advantage of $400,000 12, the Mayor and council passed a sound, an expert, and a look-alike. P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 in 1999 grants from the county and resolution asking the Planning Board We shall analyze the latter of these state, we have awarded two con- to investigate the feasibility of de- ringer idioms, as well as the ultimate PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. tracts. One calls for installation of claring all or any part of our down- of its kind — the dead ringer. Michelle H. LePoidevin Horace R. Corbin Joanna B. Marsh new concrete sidewalks, paver blocks town commercial block an “area in A ringer is defined as “a person A&E and EDUCATION PUBLISHER MARKETING and electrical conduits, and Victo- need of redevelopment.” The block who, or thing that strongly resembles rian street lamp foundations. The is bounded by South, LaGrande, and another.” The word dead proceeding Suzette F. Stalker Gail S. Corbin David B. Corbin COMMUNITY other covers installation of the street Martine Avenues, and by Second ringer further intensifies the degree GENERAL MANAGER SPORTS lamps themselves, including pulling Street. of exactness and is taken from such Paul J. Peyton Karen M. Hinds Lawrence Henry the electrical wiring in the conduit. Under New Jersey state statutes, usages as dead center or exact center BUSINESS and GOVERNMENT OFFICE MANAGER NEWS & EDITORIAL The work is being performed on an area declared as “in need of rede- of a circle. In U.S. slang parlance, a SUBSCRIPTION PRICE Martine Avenue from LaGrande Av- velopment” would give the Mayor ringer is also a horse or other com- One-year – $24 • Two-year – $46 • Three-year – $66 • One-year college (September to May) – $16 enue to South Avenue and on South and council total control over such petitor fraudulently substituted for Avenue between First and Second an area, superseding all zoning and another of less ability in a horse race Streets. All work is scheduled to be Master Plan requirements for devel- or other sporting event. completed by year’s end. opment and improvement. The Plan- The origins of both ringer idioms We have also completed negotia- ning Board will make its recommen- can be traced to the practice of some Local Television Stations Can Benefit tions with NJ Transit for a renovated dations to the Mayor and council unscrupulous English money chang- and expanded South Avenue parking early in 2001. ers (ringers) who would ring in (sub- lot at the train station. NJ Transit has A strong and vibrant downtown is stitute) counterfeit coins along with By Working to Coordinate Their Efforts purchased the former Scotchwood vital to any community. Fanwood is genuine ones. From this practice, Local cable TV stations provide communities with be viewed by each town. Recently, the Mountainside Automotive property. Early in 2001, no exception. An improved down- ringer developed its dual meanings useful opportunities to communicate. Many pro- TV station was rearranged to merge with Governor NJ Transit will clear that property town brings pride to the community, of close resemblance and fraudulent and combine it with the present park- more stores and services, raises home substitute. grams are entertaining and informative to the public. Livingston High School rather than as previously ing lot to provide a new lot with 53 values, and brings in more tax ratables, But while the money ringers have Volunteers work hard to produce programming and arranged in sharing with Fanwood. additional parking spaces. helping to offset the tax burden on been replaced by paper hangers to keep the stations on the air. Now, Mountainside activities can’t be viewed in NJ Transit will also repave and homeowners. We can’t afford not to (people who pass counterfeit paper Each year, we have a good time working with TV- Westfield, Fanwood or Scotch Plains. Similarly, ac- landscape the entire new combined make the downtown our top priority. money), their legacy rings on in the 34, TV-35 and TV-36 producing the candidates de- tivities of our neighbors from Garwood, Cranford and parking lots. In addition, they will We will continue to do so. ringer idioms. provide new concrete sidewalk and bates. Last week, Bob Merkle and his crew did an Clark can’t be viewed by this region either. paver blocks, and will install the new outstanding job with the debates on TV-34 for Scotch Each station has limited equipment of various age Victorian street lamps (provided by Plains. This week on Friday, we look forward to and condition. Volunteer talent and experience avail- the borough) on the north side of Letters to the Editor working with George Weiss and all with TV-35 in able to stations vary from town to town. So, each may South Avenue. This will be done per Fanwood for the debates. be hampered in different ways. the same specifications and require- ments for the work already begun on Retired SP Policeman Defends They are on the ball and their productions seem It seems that opportunity exists for sharing of Martine Avenue. seamless. We know, however, that they undergo a lot resources. It may be desirable for goals to be modified The Downtown Revitalization Chief O’Brien, Captain Nelson of preparation and hard work to make these telecasts between the local stations so that all can achieve Committee has worked very hard I am a retired Scotch Plains Police the precarious position of having to rep- work. more. As example, a major advance could be achieved this year, in particular serving as a Officer, having retired in 1995 after 27 rimand subordinate officers. He is a On October 26th, we have the opportunity to work if this coordination could be extended to community catalyst to get the new Fanwood and a half years of service. I was fortu- black man on what has traditionally been Business and Professional Associa- nate enough to serve all 27 and a half a white police department. In my opin- on the debates with Doug Black in his new position emergency notices. tion underway. Monthly meetings years with Tom O’Brien, who is now the ion, he always exercised his authority as TV-36 coordinator for Westfield. The High School Our region can view three local stations as currently are now being held at the Chelsea on Chief of Police. fairly and without regard to race. TV-34 people are helping out too. configured by the cable company. It is possible for South Avenue. The next meeting is I know Chief O’Brien on a profes- Tom O’Brien and Marshall Nelson sional and personal basis, having worked are decent men who have dedicated the Last year, we worked with Mountainside for the one station to dedicate much of its attention to pro- side by side for many years and having greater part of their lives to being police- candidates debates. Things aren’t set up yet there for ducing the best event calendar and emergency notifi- Letters to occasionally socialized with Chief men, but more importantly, to being the debates this year. Hopefully, arrangements with cation system. Another could telecast all the town O’Brien and his family. I have always honest and fair men under circumstances the Editor known Chief O’Brien to be honest, forth- where they could easily have taken the the candidates will be made in Mountainside, and meetings from the region (such as to include Cranford, right and fair in his treatment of his peers easy course; not put themselves on the that that telecast will occur. Mountainside, Fanwood, Clark, Scotch Plains, Ber- and the men serving under him. I have line and not have subjected themselves There are several obstacles for local television keley Heights and Union County). Custom developed Student Supports never known him to treat any person to the accusations now being leveled unfairly or preferentially based upon against them by subordinate police of- stations to overcome. Interesting content is difficult, content could be consolidated on the third station. Sex Ed in Schools that person’s race, color, ethnic origin, ficers whose actions in the court of duty expensive and time consuming to produce. There are This coordinated system and content could be shared After reading the letter entitled “Par- religion or for any other reason. were questioned. several stations but little in the way of published with our neighbors that have different cable arrange- ents in U.S. poll call for more sex,” I feel Chief O’Brien is an honest man who I respect each of them as policemen, it’s valid for parents to want sex educa- would not, under any circumstances, as superior officers, and as men. I will schedules for the public to know what’s going on and ments. hide or distort the truth to protect him- support them as each of them, one white with what station. Each station could benefit as they learn to work tion taught. Sex education is needed in schools and is beneficial to all. Parents self or his position. and one black, as each supported me as Each station produces calendars to fill up air time. more together. Knowledge, resources, equipment, want to know it’s being taught and that Much like Chief O’Brien, I worked a fellow policeman and subordinate of- students understand of HIV, STDs, abor- side by side with Captain Marshall ficer. I feel for them as they now must Although calendars are good, it’s difficult to achieve buying power and skills could be pooled. Nelson for over 25 years. We were patrol deal with what I believe to be totally a comprehensive calendar for the region. So, listings We’re sure it would take untangling some adminis- tion, and abstinence. Kids now have another outlet to go to if they have any officers together and worked in the De- libelous and slanderous accusations. of events are scattered over several stations. This adds trative issues to achieve this. But, in our view, with the question when they may not feel com- tective Bureau together. During the years Unfortunately, all the good things each fortable asking their parents. we worked together on a daily basis, I of these men has accomplished is forgot- to public confusion and to the cost of production. many good people working with the various local never observed Captain Nelson to treat ten. The good things are forgotten as the Depending on how transmissions are administered stations, much benefit could result for the public. If sex education is offered in schools, it should cover all issues like birth con- any person differently or preferentially focus is now on unproven accusations by by the cable company, only a few local stations can What do you think? trol and how it won’t prevent against based upon a person’s race, color, ethnic four officers who feel aggrieved and HIV or STDs. Schools should bring up origin, religion or for any other reason. I must fight their case by name calling. ways that you can prevent those things. have been involved in circumstances What a shame that after a quarter cen- If kids are educated they will think with Captain Nelson during those years tury of dedication to the Police Depart- more about their sexual actions. If stu- where racial or other bias had the oppor- ment, they now must deal with their Strife In The Middle East dents aren’t aware of the consequences tunity rear its ugly head, yet it never did. careers and names being besmirched. they may have sex. We need to give I am white and Marshall Nelson is black. We never viewed each other as Carl Sicola knowledge to students so they will know Scotch Plains Threatens Home Heating Oil what to do in these situations. I don’t anything other than a human being, each think sex education should stress one trying to do our best under the circum- Fanwood Lions Ask Undoubtedly, the chaos and death in the Middle thermostats and storm windows should be in the best thing over another like abstinence. It stances. We never viewed the people we East are dreadful. It seems far away, but the ramifi- of repair. Emergency heating oil delivery telephone should be covered in all for years of high came into contact with during our police years together as anything other than For Used Eyeglasses cations on our oil supply are already felt here in the numbers should be publicized if someone gets caught school. There can never be too much The Fanwood Lions Club had a very knowledge shared and a teacher may people. price. Matters could get worse. The home heating short on a cold winter’s night. People should know Marshall Nelson never treated a white successful White Can Drive on Sunday, connect with just one student and you’ll September 24. The success was all due season is approaching, and shortages of oil and gas where to go if they need some help. Even if you’re make a world of difference. person, a member of the police family or otherwise, a peer or subordinate, as any- to the generosity of our friends in the are anticipated. There’s no time for supplies to be wealthy and don’t care about the cost, that’s not Sara Beth Euwer thing other than a person. As a supervis- community and in surrounding commu- increased. Unfortunately, we knew about the poten- enough. Prepare and conserve for everyone’s sake. Westfield ing officer, Marshall Nelson has been in nities. We ask these same friends to drop off tial problem long ago but did nothing. The U.S. has Here’s how a friend from England and frequent their old eyeglasses and hearing aids in a problem even without taking into account the visitor to Westfield views their analogous situation Stop the Campaign ‘Sell Off’? the Lion Collection Box on the south current upheaval in Palestine. and ours. side of the railroad station in Fanwood. It’s Wishing for the Tooth Fairy These donations will be delivered to In the July 20, 2000 edition of this newspaper, the “I was meaning to put pen to paper a few weeks ago New Eyes for the Needy, where they are editorial spoke about the impending energy problem. when we had our great petrol (gas) crisis. The country I have been a subscriber of your paper There has to be true campaign finance checked for prescription and distributed We called for government action. Here’s what we just about to grind to a halt. Food was about to be for many years. At no time that I can reform, including union spending, cor- where needed. remember has your editorial section spo- porate soft money and the like, to main- Remember, “When you help us, we said: rationed, folk could not get to work, the military was ken with more clarity and on a more tain our two party system’s integrity - help others.” “High heating oil prices and shortages are coming put on standby to safe guard essential supplies. important subject than last week’s edi- and there has to be comprehensive tort For membership and information, call tion. I specifically refer to the editorial reform. (908) 889-8870. this winter. This is one of the lessons learned and “The fuel protest began over the very high price of titled, “U.S. Senate Seat: Our Vote At this juncture, to expect Democratic forgotten from the 1973 oil embargo and from the petrol. As you know, we are paying nearly $6 a gallon. Money Can’t Buy.” and Republican leaders to join together Phyllis Fischer prolonged energy crisis during that decade.” The The UK has the highest fuel prices in Europe. If One point you do not mention is the to stop the “sell-off,” as you put it, is to Fanwood fact that seats have already been pur- wish for the tooth fairy. editorial concluded, “We think that government nothing else, the uproar over the high gas prices chased and more will be sought by litiga- should act now to inform residents in Union County brought the feelings of the people to the governments tion proceeds from asbestos, tobacco George Tomkin More Letters on Page 18 about how to prepare and cope should an energy notice. The price of fuel is now an election issue, it’s and all others down the road. Scotch Plains emergency occur. Perhaps the Emergency Manage- something we should have done years ago. ment Council of Union County should take the lead “The short answer to the great fuel crisis is of course on this issue. Meanwhile, we feel citizens should ‘to walk.’ Walking might be the answer to Westfield’s start to conserve and cut back on gasoline and electric traffic problems. You have a smashing town, but you consumption. Ultimately, this is the citizens’ greatest also have a lot of motor cars in and around your lovely weapon of defense.” little town. I can understand why the good folk of the We’re down to the end of the line now as cold United States don’t walk very much - the size of the weather approaches. Things still can be done to keep country and the large distances between towns. But the the potential for shortages to a minimum. First, major reason why Americans don’t walk is cheap gas!” government must acknowledge that there is a threat In New Jersey, let’s act now in the little and practical and that some people here could suffer. Government ways that we can. It all adds up. If you have ideas or should urge citizens to conserve right now. Furnaces, a differing view, we’d like to hear it. Letters to the Editor

Good Guys at Fire Department Deadlines General News - Friday 4pm Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm Give a Boy a Happy Birthday Classifieds - Tuesday 2pm I want to commend the Westfield Fire in the meantime. Department for being a most excellent The Acting Chief, who arrived while How To Reach Us part of our community. My three-year- we waited, shook hands with Jack and E-Mail - [email protected] old son Jack and eight of his closest the others and reiterated Firefighter Phone - (908) 232-4407 friends went to the firehouse for a tour on Mazza’s kind invitation. When the truck Mail-PO Box 250, Westfield 07091 his birthday. It was a thrill! returned from the false alarm a short PO Box 368, Scotch Plains 07076 Firefighter Scott Mazza showed ex- while later, our tour continued. In Person - 50 Elm St., Westfield traordinary patience with his young ad- In all my travels (I am not a native of 1906 Bartle Avenue, Scotch Plains mirers — he spoke in terms they could Westfield) I have never encountered a understand, slid down the brass pole, friendlier, more accessible fire depart- Submittal Formats and even let each child pose for a picture ment. Thank you for making our day Photos - B/W and Color on one of the pumper engines! When the special and for being such a vital part of No Panoramic or Polaroid firefighters had to answer an emergency our community. Typed, not handwritten call, he invited us to await their return Upper and lower case and to explore the fire stalls on our own Jennifer Schildge Westfield Need name & daytime phone CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, October 19, 2000 Page 5 Political Forum

(con’t from page 3) homes,” said Mr. Ziff. can’t afford 6 percent increases each make them available for use by se- there is a need for a skate park and I said Councilman Rossi. The candidate agreed with the re- year. Matt Glennon and I want to nior citizens between 9 a.m. and 2 am sure that it will be well used,” he “In last year’s council campaign Mr. Betancourt (R) marks of residents David Owens and control spending and find new av- p.m. weekdays,” she said. we pledged that, if given the oppor- said he would like to work with them Stan Lipson to the council last week. enues for property tax relief.” said. “Because our tunity by the voters, the Republican to target roads such as Central Av- Mr. Owens, he said, correctly pointed Councilwoman Swindlehurst and seniors group in majority would hold the line on taxes. out that traffic in this area is not just Scotch Plains enue, Rahway Avenue and East Broad Mr. Glennon are running for the two Fanwood enjoys It was a promise made and a promise Street for increased police presence. a ShopRite issue for the families on South Chestnut but also a concern Borough Council seats in the No- such a large partici- Mayor & Council kept.” “My background as a former pros- vember 7 general election. pation, we need a Mrs. Coronato is looking to suc- ecutor and FBI special agent affords for the children going to Wilson Marks, Coronato me a good working relationship with School on North Chestnut. “As long as the legislature in Tren- facility to accommo- ceed Republican Councilman Will- the police department,” said Mr. “Mr. Lipson wisely suggested that ton won’t tackle the unfair burden of date their activities. (Republicans) iam McClintock who has decided Betancourt. “As a councilman, I want a traffic light be only a last resort to property taxes, the job falls on our The best place for this in town is at not seek the council office in this other measures which the county shoulders to control local spending Forest Road Park. The Borough SCOTCH PLAINS – Republican year’s election. to leverage that relationship into bet- Scotch Plains Mayor Martin L. ter educated drivers and safer streets study may suggest and that we can as much as possible,” Mr. Glennon should expand that building using “I have been involved in Scotch in the downtown and in our neigh- always add a light but it is very said. “Councilwoman Swindehurst grant and capital monies already in Marks, Councilman Plains local government for many borhoods.” difficult to take a light down,” Mr. and I will apply our business experi- place.” Frank Rossi and years and have always followed the Ziff explained. ence to make more efficient to make Council President Joel Whitaker, Council candidate budget process as it unfolds every Mr. Ziff said the larger issue is the Paulette Coronato failure of the council to create a full more efficient use of our local re- who is seeking re-election, said Ms. spring. The last two years have been Westfield sources.” Wood was on the right track. announced that pro- particularly interesting especially time planner position and address posals for the 2001 Second Ward the town’s planning issues as a whole. “Taxpayers in Fanwood are under “Fanwood’s parks belong to all the because of the contrasts displayed “Band aid solutions are not healthy enough pressure already,” Mr. people, and we need to creatively municipal budget between 1999 and 2000. Mr. Ziff (D) solutions. The demands of change in Glennon added. “We have to put the seek ways to allow more people to should begin now. “I shared the sentiments of the suburban Westfield require our local brakes on 6 percent tax hikes.” enjoy our parks,” Councilman “One must be planning for the next public and the Republican minority WESTFIELD — “The outpouring year’s budget in the fall of the previ- of concern raised by the prospect of government be informed and deci- Councilwoman Swindlehurst, a Whitaker stated. in 1999 when we endured a 5.4 per- a traffic light at the intersection of sive. We will forever be responding life-long resident of Fanwood, is Ms. Wood also pledged to support ous year. It is certainly not too early cent tax increase in light of a record East Broad Street to the immediate if we do not take the Chairwoman of the Fanwood Public efforts to improve the safety of the to scrutinize expen- surplus. In 2000 the balance of power steps to bring qualified leadership and Chestnut at last Works Committee and is an adminis- parks’ ball fields, particularly the ditures and revenues switched back to the Republicans week’s council into government and give them the right now,” stated tools to plan our future,” Mr. Ziff trator for A&P Supermarkets. LaGrande Park children’s play area. and the surplus remained at record meeting was impres- Mr. Glennon, who serves on “As a Realtor, I know that these Mayor Marks, the levels. I was extremely pleased and sive,” Westfield said. GOP candidate in the Democratic Second Fanwood Planning Board, has lived parks are a major benefit to our com- proud of the council for freezing the Fanwood in Fanwood for nine years. He is a munity. But they must be safe. I township’s inaugural tax rate this year,” Mrs. Coronato Ward Town Council mayoral election. hopeful William Ziff professional engineer with a Master’s understand that there have been some stated. Borough Council in business administration from ‘near misses’ of balls almost striking “In 1999, the “Mrs. Coronato, Councilman said this week. township enjoyed yet another healthy The council heard a number of Swindlehurst, Glennon Rutgers University. children. I am very interested in Rossi, outgoing Councilman speakers address their concerns as- working with all the concerned par- year-end surplus which was used in McClintock and myself have been serting a traffic light would invite (Democrats) ties, parents, men’s softball leagues part to offset an increase in year 2000 reviewing past budgets and monitor- Wood, Whitaker expenditures. The result was the first more traffic onto Chestnut threaten- FANWOOD – Fanwood Demo- and the Borough to insure that our ing 2000 revenues. We certainly will Scotch Plains’ municipal tax freeze ing the children going to Wilson and cratic Councilwoman Cynthia (Republicans) parks are safe to use,” Ms. Wood never cut back on the services that Washington Elementary Schools as in 25 years. Swindlehurst and her FANWOOD — Carol Wood, the said. our residents need and deserve. It’s a well as Gumbert Park. Fanwood Republican nominee for a “Even with the use of some sur- “Their expressions point out our running-mate, Mat- Meanwhile, Councilman Whitaker little early to be talking about next seat on the Borough Council, has said construction of a skateboard plus, the township maintains a healthy year’s tax rate, however, if the neighborhood was left without a traf- thew Glennon, said balance to deal with unexpected ex- they are concerned called for expanding park at LaGrande or Forest Road economy remains vibrant, and the fic plan once the ShopRite contro- penses, and it is anticipated that once over the dramatic the use and the safety Park should be a priority. year-end budget surplus numbers are versy left center stage. The ward now again Scotch Plains will regenerate a faces further delays in having the of Fanwood’s parks. “I would like to see a facility at one strong, we will be able to hold the increase in munici- surplus to a level that is fiscally comprehensive traffic studies com- pal taxes in the bor- “We have terrific of our parks that is directed for the responsible. This year we got it right,” CONTINUED ON PAGE 9 pleted at a time when it appears ough this year. parks, and they are use of teenagers. Our parks presently ShopRite is coming to Garwood. “The municipal heavily used in the provide excellent amenities for Where was our (council) leadership?” portion of our property taxes increases late afternoons and younger children, organized sports “The comprehensive traffic study early evenings by leagues like soccer and softball, and covering the area between East Broad by more than 6 percent in 2000,” said children and young adults — espe- tennis, but we can do better by our Grand Opening and North has yet to be done and the Councilwoman Swindlehurst, who council only allocated the funds for was appointed to the Borough Coun- cially softball players,” Ms. Wood teens with the addition of a skate- a study this year,” the candidate cil in March. “That’s a big increase said. “But they are largely idle in the board park. Many of us have seen stated. for our homeowners, especially for middle of the day.” young people in town skating in park- “The solutions for the neighbor- the senior citizens who are on fixed “I want to see a serious effort to ing lots or at the train station. Clearly In Westfield! hood are difficult but it is clear: incomes.” inviting anymore traffic onto Chest- “By contrast, the combined in- COLUMBUS DAY CLEARANCE nut, Benson and Salter is to threaten F

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Ray Pardon at (908) 322-7388, Steve Force Captain Elisa Beth Johnsen, to degree in Naturopathic Medicine/ The evening will provide an op- Goldberg at (908) 322-5733 or Carol Miss April Ellen Hild, the daugh- lace over satin that was handmade by United States Air Force Second Lieu- Natural Health through Clayton Col- ter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Hild of the stepmother of the bride. She car- portunity for individuals who are not Wood at (908) 654-6666 or visit tenant Robert Wayne Peters, Jr. He is lege in Birmingham, Ala. necessarily gamblers to learn about www.visitscotchplains.com Westfield, was married on Saturday, ried a basket of pink and white roses the son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Lieutenant Peters is a graduate of July 1, to Jonathan Jay Krihak. He is and tulips. games of chance such as Black Jack, All proceeds from the event will Peters, Sr. of Baltimore. Overlea High School in Baltimore Roulette and Craps. Participants may benefit various youth related pro- the son of William Krihak of Michael Krihak of San Diego, An alumna of New Providence and received a degree in American Kenilworth and the late Mrs. Mary Calif., the brother of the bridegroom, practice their skills in an informal grams of both organizations. High School, Captain Johnsen gradu- Studies from the University of Mary- and relaxed atmosphere. There will Kathleen Krihak. was the best man. Serving as ushers ated from the University of Vermont land at College Park. While an un- The afternoon ceremony took place were Jerry Accomando of Union, be no cash gambling or cash prizes. at Burlington in 1995 with a bacca- dergraduate student, he served for Attendees are invited to wear cos- Local Resident Helps in St. Helen’s Roman Catholic Perry Cardoso of Kenilworth, R. laureate degree in the premedical two years as a resident assistant, Church in Westfield, with the Rever- Christopher Hild of Westfield, the tumes since the event is close to Council Obtain Grant fields of mathematics with chemis- while also completing Air Force Halloween. However, costumes are end William Morris officiating. A brother of the bride, and Brant Krihak, WESTFIELD – The Patriots’ Path try as a minor. ROTC requirements to become com- reception followed at The Berkeley the brother of the bridegroom. Nathan not required. The evening’s festivi- Council of the Boy Scouts of America After being commissioned as a missioned as a Second Lieutenant ties will conclude with a Tricky Tray Plaza in Berkeley Heights. Larsen of Mine Hill, a cousin of the recently received a $1,000 grant from Second Lieutenant, based on Air upon graduation. Given in marriage by her father, the bridegroom, was the ring bearer. Auction featuring many fine items ExxonMobil’s Volunteer Involvement Force ROTC training and studies at He is currently the Vehicle Opera- donated by local individuals and bride wore a princess-seamed, full- Ms. Susan M. Kelly of Scranton, Program, which was established to en- St. Michael’s College in Colchester, tions Flight Commander in the Fourth skirted gown of regal satin. The bod- Pa., a cousin of the bride, was the businesses. courage volunteerism by ExxonMobil Vt., she began her career as an opera- Transportation Squadron. Both the Tickets for the evening are $40 ice and train were adorned with Venice soloist during the nuptial Mass, ac- employees and retirees. tions analyst, first at Offutt Air Force future bride and bridegroom serve lace and pearls. Her veil, handmade companied by William R. Mathews which includes admission, $100 of Arrangements for the grant were Base in Omaha, Neb. and then at with the Fourth Logistics Group, play money to get started, free hors by her stepmother, was a halo of on the organ. made by an ExxonMobil retiree, Gor- Eglin Air Force Base in Fort Walton Fourth Fighter Wing (F15E Strike pearls and lace trimmed silk illusion. A 1992 alumna of Westfield High d’oeuvres, buffet, beer, wine and soft don D. Specht of Westfield, who pre- Beach, Fla., where she became a Eagles) and plan to continue their drinks. Tickets may be purchased at sented the grant to Dennis J. Kohl, She carried a round bouquet of white School, the bride graduated in 1996 First Lieutenant. careers with the United States Air and pink roses with bavaradia. from Trenton State College, where Nuts n’ Plenty, 407 Park Avenue, or Scout Executive of the Patriots’ Path The bride-elect, who earned a Force. Apple Blossom Flower Shop, 381 Council. Mr. Specht is an Assistant Serving as maid of honor for her she majored in history and elemen- master’s degree in human relations A wedding is planned for February sister was Ms. Katherine Ashley Hild tary education. She is employed as a Park Avenue, both in Scotch Plains. Scoutmaster of Troop No. 72 in from the University of Oklahoma in at The Presbyterian Church in Tickets may also be purchased at the Westfield. of Westfield. The other bridal atten- first grade teacher at McKinley El- 1997, now serves as Fourth Equip- Westfield. dants included Miss Gina Bothner of ementary School in Westfield. 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Being sexually-literate is not Westheimer, psychosexual therapist, enough, Dr. Ruth commented, and in Ribbon Week, October 22-28, the Red Ribbon Week is in remem- author, entertainer, columnist, radio Scotch Plains-Fanwood Municipal brance of the death of Enrique that area, she is currently working on and TV personality, will lead a dis- a new book called “Re-kindling Ro- Alliance Committee (MAC) will hold Camarena, a federal Drug Enforce- cussion on November 5 at Temple several activities designed to heighten ment agent killed in the line of duty. mance for Dummies.” Emanu-El in Westfield. The entire When asked where our culture public awareness of the dangers of After his death, people began wear- adult community is invited to attend. alcohol and drug abuse and to encour- ing red ribbons to commemorate his needs to be headed, sexually speak- Known internationally for her good ing, the Doctor said, that we must age prevention of substance abuse. sacrifice and to express intolerance humor, insight and practical wis- Members of MAC will participate for drug abuse. stress more sexual education to re- dom, Dr. Ruth will address a wide duce unwanted pregnancies and to in We Check for 21, an initiative of Union County will hold a Red Rib- range of topics. She has written ex- the National Council on Alcoholism bon Relay and Drug Awareness Day on reduce the threat of sexually-trans- tensively on virtually every aspect of mitted diseases. And, she added, and Drug Dependence designed to Saturday, October 21, from 9 a.m. to 5 sexuality for audiences of all ages. reduce underage drinking in our com- p.m. at Nomahegan Park in Cranford. “Woman must learn to better com- SPECIAL VISIT…Mobile Meals volunteer Val Rather spends some quality After her presentation and a question municate their needs to their part- munities. All establishments hold- time with client Arthur Zande while delivering a nutritious meal. The program and answer session, Dr. Ruth will ing a liquor license will be asked to ners, so that everybody can have Pneumonia Vaccination provides meals to senior citizens who are unable to shop or prepare adequate autograph copies of her books, sev- satisfaction. sign a pledge that they will continue meals for themselves. To subscribe or volunteer with the service, please call eral of which will be available for to check for 21 and will increase the Planned Next Thursday (908) 233-6146 or visit westfieldnj.com/mobilmeals on the Internet. “Popping a pill, like Viagra is not purchase. enough,” she added. “It must be vigilance of all employees in check- WESTFIELD – The Westfield Some of the books that she has ing identification when selling or Health Department will sponsor a coupled with education and the right authored are: “Sex for Dummies,” relationship.” serving alcoholic beverages. Pneumonia Vaccination Program by “Dr. Ruth’s Encyclopedia of Sex,” In addition, the MAC requests that appointment only on Thursday, Oc- Mobile Meals Helps Seniors Dr. Ruth said that parents, the “The Art of Arousal,” “Sex and media, churches and synagogues all restaurants, bars and liquor stores tober 26, at 7 p.m. at the Westfield Morality” and “Dr. Ruth Talks to note that when they check for 21, Municipal Building, 425 East Broad must participate in helping our soci- Maintain Good Nutrition Kids.” ety to become more sexually-liter- they have the support of the commu- Street, Westfield. In a telephone interview granted nity behind them. The pneumonia vaccine will be WESTFIELD – Mobile Meals, an cook and nutritionist in the First ate. to The Westfield Leader and The Times Chairing the event are Gail Fried- The MAC has distributed the available to those individuals that independent, non-profit, private meal Baptist Church of Westfield and are of Scotch Plains-Fanwood, Dr. Ruth Parent’s Pledge to parents and have not been vaccinated for pneu- delivery service, provides nutritious packed by volunteers in disposable man and Nancy Rosenthal. General said that as a young girl, growing up admission seats purchased in advance caregivers within the community. The monia within the past 10 years. The meals at reasonable prices to senior containers. Volunteers deliver meals in Frankfurt, Germany, she had no Pledge is an agreement stating that inoculations are specifically geared citizens in Westfield, Scotch Plains, before lunch and share a short visit will cost $18 ($15 for seniors) and idea that she would someday be so $20 at the door. Reserved seats are parents will not serve alcoholic bev- to the senior population (age 65 or Fanwood, Garwood, Clark and with clients each week. famous or doing what she does. She erages in their homes to any indi- older) and those individuals with Cranford. Anyone interested in subscribing available for $36 and $50 and in- was aware, however, by the 1960s clude preferred seating as well as a vidual under the legal drinking age chronic illnesses. The program serves people from all to Mobile Meals or in volunteering that she was at the forefront of our of 21. To obtain the vaccine, please call walks of life who are unable to shop and for 1 to 2 hours per week may call wine and cheese reception with Dr. culture’s sexual revolution, being one Ruth beginning at 6:30 p.m. The purpose of We Check for 21 the Health Department at (908) 789- prepare adequate meals for themselves. (908) 233-6146 or visit of the first psychosexual therapists and the Parent’s Pledge is to prevent 4070 for information. Appointments The meals are prepared by a trained westfieldnj.com/mobilemeals. General admission tickets will be to talk so openly and explicitly about available at The Leader Store and underage drinking and its conse- will be scheduled at the time of reg- sex to the public. quences by heightening the aware- istration. All participants in the pro- The Town Book Store in Westfield “I talk explicitly about sex be- and Margie’s Cake Box in Plainfield. ness of the problem and working gram, who are Medicaid or Medi- cause a lot of education is needed,” collaboratively to eliminate it. care eligible, must present their cards All tickets may also be purchased at Hepatitis C Will be Discussed Dr. Ruth explained. Temple Emanu-El at 756 East Broad Committed members of the law when registering. Dr. Ruth stressed, however, that enforcement community, educators This program will be open exclu- Street. explicit sexual information should For more information and ticket and community leaders were in- sively to residents of Fanwood, During LEARN Program not be confused with promiscuity. volved in bringing these initiatives Garwood, Mountainside, Springfield purchases, please call Carolyn Shane SCOTCH PLAINS – Manager of 2.4 contact hours by the New Jersey “I am very old fashioned. I believe at (908) 232-6700. to the public. The MAC expresses its and Westfield. Customer Satisfaction, Infection State Nurses Association, accredited Control/Patient Representative at the by the Commission on Accreditation General Hospital at Passaic Marie of the American Nurses Association Phase Two Archaeological Kassi will address the League For as an approver of continuing educa- Educational Advancement for Reg- tion in nursing. istered Nurses (LEARN) on Mon- LEARN, a not-for-profit profes- Dig at Miller-Cory Planned day, October 23, at 7:45 p.m. at the sional organization for Registered WESTFIELD – Phase Two of an committee, will prepare foods using All Saints Church Parish House in Nurses, offers eight programs an aca- archaeological dig at Miller-Cory Early American recipes over the open Scotch Plains. demic year on current nursing top- House Museum will be held Sunday, hearth in the Frazee Building. The program is entitled “Hepatitis ics. The next program is “Depression October 22, from 2 to 5 p.m. Visitors may take tours of the farm C.” Nurses attending will be made & Suicide Risk for Patients with Daniel M. Sivilich, an historic ar- house, conducted by costumed do- aware of the impact on nursing of Medical Illness on November 27. chaeological specialist, a member of cents in period dress. The last tour Hepatitis C. Current information on LEARN’s annual membership is the Deep Search Metal Detecting will begin at 4 p.m. the incidence, prevalence, diagno- $10 per program. For more informa- Club, and a member of Mott’s Artil- The gift shop will be filled with sis, treatment and sequelae of tion, please write LEARN, P.O. Box lery, along with his team will con- colonial reproductions, teas, cook- Hepatits C will be presented. 6, Scotch Plains, 07076 or call Pro- duct a surface survey on the museum books and educational materials. 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PUBLICATION Westfield PTC Committee Registration/Ballot Deadlines Announces ‘Awareness Expo’ Concepts & Thought Set for Dec. 12 School Election WESTFIELD – The Westfield Par- to traditional kindergarten, evaluative WESTFIELD — The Westfield later than December 5. ent Teacher Council’s Special Education tests used to assess learning disabili- Board of Education would like to Applications are also available at Committee will hold its annual Aware- ties, and social difficulties for the ado- remind residents who are not cur- the Westfield Board of Education ness Expo on Thursday, November 2, at lescent with Attention Deficit/Hyper- DECA Keeps Collaborating rently registered to vote, that they Business Office at 302 Elm Street, in 7:15 p.m. at Edison Intermediate School activity Disorder. should do so by November 13 to be the Westfield public school offices, in Westfield. The theme of this year’s A parent panel will offer insight into eligible to vote in the special school and in the Westfield Municipal Build- program, “One Size Does Not Fit All,” navigating the Special Education sys- With Interfaith Council bond referendum election scheduled ing, as well as in the Office of the will emphasize that all children are indi- tem. Two one-hour long sessions will SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch tive year working with the Interfaith for Tuesday, December 12, from 2 to Union County Clerk in Elizabeth. viduals and possess different strengths be offered for each topic. The Expo is Plains-Fanwood High School DECA Council of Union County, an organi- 9 p.m. More information about the pro- and face varied challenges. open to the public and free of charge. Chapter, an Association of Market- zation that provides for the needs of If residents will not be in town for posed referendum which would pro- Guest speakers from the professional For more information, please call ing students, began its 10th consecu- homeless families in the area. the election on December 12, absen- vide additional space and improve- community will present discussions in (908) 233-2050 or (908) 232-7293. In a meeting with the Interfaith tee ballot applications are available ments in the school which faces a 36 a forum format. Topics will include: Council, DECA pupils presented on-line at http://westfieldnj.com. percent enrollment growth in the next applied behavior analysis, central au- Interfaith Services Director Patricia Click onto “school bond” for the five years, is available at http:// ditory processing disorder, alternatives King Granderson with their highest application form which can be westfieldnj.com, as well as in the honor, their Honorary Life Member- printed, filled out and mailed to the offices of the Superintendent at 302 Bryan M. Gates Spends ship award. DECA has been plan- Union County Clerk in Elizabeth no Elm Street. ning its Interfaith activites with Mrs. Fall Semester in India Granderson for several years. WESTFIELD – Colby College in While presenting the award, DECA Waterville, Me. has announced that Bryan Vice President Chris Gawryluk M. Gates, the son of Mr. and Mrs. stated, “We really appreciate what Geoffrey Gates of Westfield, is spending Mrs. Granderson does for the fami- his fall semester in India. He is enrolled lies and for helping DECA students in a course of studies at the South India become better individuals.” Term Abroad program in Madurai. DECA pupils are planning several Bryan is majoring in English with a activities for over 85 families and concentration in creative writing at Colby. 200 children, currently being assisted by the Interfaith Council. The first activity for DECA is a Halloween Party for over 70 children, for whom DECA will supply the costumes and PROUDLY AWARDED…Union County Interfaith Council Services Director take the children trick or treating. Patricia King Granderson, center, is seen with Scotch Plains-Fanwood High DECA is also planning its 10th School DECA students after being presented with their Honorary Life Mem- annual Toy Drive and Adopt-A-Fam- bership Award. Pictured, left to right with Mrs. Garnderson, are: Sandra ily program for the families of Inter- Franco, Rob Bugg, John Corbin, DECA Vice President Chris Gawryluk, James faith Council for the holiday season. McClintock, Daniel Zelikman, Ryan Crawford, Adam Bendik and Sunita Shah. Residents, businesses or organiza- tions interested in participating may Tour of Westfield High School call (908) 889-8600. WELCOME BACK…Edison Intermediate School in Westfield recently held its Back to School Night for parents. Michael Mulvihill demonstrates curriculum SPFHS Class of 1945 enhancements which are now available to pupils in his sciences classes due to Bond Projects Shown On-Line new technology innovations. WESTFIELD — As a result of a will be announced in the near future. Plans 55th Reunion recommendation from the Citizens A special feature in the SCOTCH PLAINS – The Class of Advisory Committee (CAC) to con- westfieldnj.com Web site includes an 1945 from Scotch Plains-Fanwood High WHS 2000-2001 National Merit School will celebrate its 55th anniver- NETWORKER…Union Catholic High struct an addition and make renova- on-going bulletin board of questions School senior Robert Trotte recently “net- tions to Westfield High School, the and answers about the proposed bond. sary of graduation from Friday to Sun- worked” with pioneers of technology, public can now “tour” the facility Dr. Foley will reply to all the on-line day, October 20-22. Semi-Finalists Announced current business leaders and 760 tech- on-line at http://westfieldnj.com, inquiries and encourages the public to Classmates will convene on October 20 at 10 a.m. at the western end of the WESTFIELD – Westfield High nity to advance to the finalist level nology-oriented scholars from across the clicking onto “schoolbond.” communicate in this way. School (WHS) seniors Rebecca and compete for Merit Scholarships country at “NexTech: The National Sum- “Several areas of the high school Other information available at the Lord & Taylor parking lot in Westfield. Carpools will form to drive to Liberty Brachman, John Carpenter, James by maintaining an outstanding aca- mit of Young Technology Leaders that the CAC targeted for replace- Web site will be a facts sheet regard- (NexTech) during the summer in Austin, State Park. A ferry to Ellis Island and the Hogan, Anne Loughlin, Victoria demic record and competing a schol- Tex. A recipient of several notable aca- ment or renovation can now be viewed ing the proposed improvements, the Statue of Liberty will follow. Lunch will McCabe, Jacob Rosenstein, Chris- arship application package. Every demic awards and a member of many on the Web in images and text,” final report of the CAC’s recommen- be purchased later. tina Yang and Peter Yu have been finalist will be considered for one of organizations, Robert is the son of Mr. stated Superintendent of Schools Dr. dations and an application for an Saturday morning, October 21, a Walk- named semifinalists in the 2001 Merit 2400 National Merit $2,000 scholar- and Mrs. Robert Trotte. He is a graduate William J. Foley. absentee ballot. ing Tour of the Deserted Village of Scholarship Program. ships. of St. Catherine of Sienna Hillside/Eliza- “We want to make information The Westfield Board of Education Feltville-Glenside Park will be led by The eight students are among more “Westfield High School students beth Grammar School. about the proposed bond referendum accepted the CAC’s proposal to make Win Miller, the husband of Emma DiNizo than 16,000 academically talented have consistently attained impres- available to as many residents as improvements at the high school, Miller from the Class of 1945. A picnic high school seniors in the United sive scores in the National Merit possible and at a time convenient to following the committee’s review of lunch will follow at 12:30 p.m. at the States who qualified as semifinalists Scholarship Program,” commented Rodriques them,” stated Dr. Foley. “The Web the current facilities and the antici- Miller home on Summit Lane in in the annual nationwide scholarship WHS Principal Dr. Robert G. Petix. site can be accessed any time, day or pated 36 percent enrollment growth Mountainside. program. “We commend our eight semifinal- night.” within the next five years. The date The gala Reunion Dinner will take CONTRACTORS place Saturday evening at 6 p.m. at Doubling last year’s figure of four ists for their exceptional achieve- Actual tours of the high school of the school bond election is De- semifinalists, the eight National Merit ments in the 2000-2001 program,” will be arranged in November. Dates cember 12. Cortina’s Restaurant in Cranford. Don Finter of Westfield will serve as master semifinalists for 2000-2001 attained added Dr. Petix, “and wish them the Exterior/Interior Painting of ceremonies. A photographic display their prestigious status in the com- best of luck as they compete in the of people and places from over 55 years petitive scholarship program by program for finalist status along with and a brief moment of silence to remem- achieving high scores during their other talented young scholars from Safe Removal of Lead Paint ber those no longer living will be in- junior year at WHS on the Prelimi- across the country.” cluded in the eveing. nary SAT/National Merit Scholar- The 11:30 a.m. Sunday Brunch will be ship Qualifying Test. Tamara Miller Discusses HEPA Vacuum Sanding held at the Inn at Mt. Bethel in Warren As high scorers in the state on that where Bill Pearce of Gillette will remi- test, the eight semifinalists, together Research Project Deck/Home Powerwashing nisce with the group. with other semifinalists in the state, WESTFIELD – Tarmara Miller, the Informal gatherings in area homes represent less than 1 percent of New daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Miller will round out the reunion. Jersey’s entire 2001 graduating class. of Westfield, recently described the re- Local References For more information and to partici- As semifinalists, Rebecca, John, search project she is conducting as part Free Estimates • Fully Insured pate, please call Barbara Lea Couphos at James, Anne, Victoria, Jacob, Chris- of her work for a Master of Science (908) 322-7892. tina and Peter now have the opportu- Degree in Natural Resources at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Tamara is a 1990 graduate of Westfield High School. She graduated from the University of Vermont in 1994 with a concentration in Terrestrial Ecology. Tamara has spent the past 2 1/2 years RODRIQUEZ CONTRACTORS THE PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL with field ecology director Jeb Barzen 908.686.6085 and the International Crane Foundation Piano - Keyboard - Organ - Accordion studying greater sandhill cranes in cen- Strings - Woodwinds - Brass - Voice - Guitar - Drums tral Wisconsin. She investigated the behavioral and habitat characteristics influencing territory size in this crowded Kindermusik classes for ages 2 to 7 area. Riverwalk Plaza Tamara also helped to define a terri- 34 Ridgedale Avenue • East Hanover 281 Main Street • Millburn (973) 467-4688 tory as an area that a mated crane pair (973) 428-0405 defends and uses exclusively.

CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, October 19, 2000 Page 9 Political Forum line on property taxes once again,” worked to reduce costs and stream- Mr. Urbano, a Scotch Plains resi- Mayor Marks concluded. line budgets to ensure a third con- dent, cited that this money could be secutive tax cut in better used in the county budget to be Union County Spending Vs. Taxes 1999 in 1999 and a put towards education, parks and rec- Samuel, Tripet flat tax rate in 2000. reation, and roadway maintenance. (Democrats) “For the first time, He also stated that Debated by Freeholder Candidates SCOTCH PLAINS — In keeping less than half of the a County Clerk re- county budget is ceiving over By PAUL J. PEYTON county’s debt, estimated at a quarter said the county’s aggressiveness in with her record last year, Scotch Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Plains Council- raised through prop- $100,000 per year, of a million dollars. Mr. Dill said he garnering grants has actually reduced woman and Mayoral erty taxes,” he said. the current County CRANFORD — As evidenced at would likely vote against the plan, the burden on Union County property candidate Geri M. The freeholder Clerk salary, at tax- last Thursday’s Union County Free- while Mr. Shackell anticipated he taxpayers. Samuel and her run- board’s Democratic leadership this payer expense is “ex- holder Candidates’ Night at the would vote in favor of the question. After hearing repeated criticisms ning-mate for Town- year created three new initiatives to orbitant and unnec- Cranford Municipal Building, the Republicans criticized the current over county spending, Freeholder ship Council, Pete celebrate 2000 as the “Year of the essary.” Mr. Urbano candidates disagree the most on how board for not being more pro-active in Scanlon questioned Republicans as Tripet, have an- Senior.” accused his opponent, Democratic the county should go about delivering stopping both medical waste and New to, “How many (board) budget meet- nounced that they These programs helped build new incumbent Joanne Rajoppi, of threat- additional services for country resi- York’s garbage from coming into ings did you attend?” have a mobile office. seniors centers, provided new edu- ening to sue the Union County free- dents while stabilizing property taxes. Union County. The county utilities On the issue of arts, Mrs. Scanlon “You can call us at (908) 754- cational, health and enrichment op- holder board in 1995 if the salary While incumbent Democrats Al authority and freeholder board have noted that artists, both organizations 5911,” stated Mr. Tripet. portunities for senior citizens and increase was not approved. Mirabella, Chester Holmes and amended the county’s solid waste and individuals, have received some The candidates said they will come helped towns provide added mobil- Mr. Urbano also stumped for mod- Deborah Scanlon focused on their master plan for inclusion of a medical $400,000 in HEART (History, Edu- to a resident’s home or office and ity for this growing population. ernization of the County Clerk office record of either cutting or stabilizing waste treatment facility to be built by cation, Arts – Reaching Thousands) discuss any issue or “The fastest growing segment of through the implementation of online the county’s tax levy, Republicans Earth Care Systems. The application grants. She also noted the Jersey Jazz concern they may our population is filings and form viewing, and also Wally K. Shackell and Al Dill said is pending state Department of Envi- by the Lake two-day jazz festival and have. men and women over vowed to ensure timely and accurate spending levels need to be trimmed, ronmental Protection and Department the summer arts series as programs Mrs. Samuel fur- 60. We developed sample ballot and absentee ballot in addition to cutting taxes. (GOP of Health approval. sponsored by the board. ther commented, these new initiatives distribution. Freeholder candidate Esther D. A medical waste facility is planned Mr. Shackell angered Democrats “Last year when I – Senior Focus, Se- He said in 1996, Ms. Rajoppi was Malcolm-Guzman was unable to at- for the City of Linden, while a gar- when he said this year’s jazz festival served as Mayor, I nior Scholars and Se- involved in a suit with the county’s tend the forum due to a family emer- bage transfer station to receive New was more like a “(Senate candidate was in my office ev- niors in Motion – to long-time ballot printing company gency). York’s garbage via barge has been Jon) Corzine rally.” ery day. People knew help seniors live with over “egregious mistakes that de- Mr. Shackell accused Democrats, discussed for the region. No applica- “I don’t know why you continue to if they called me at Town Hall or at greater indepen- layed the distribution of the ballots, who have held a 9-0 majority on the tion has yet to be heard by the utilities bring this up as some kind of an home, that I would make myself dence and take full and cost the taxpayers of Union board the past three years, of running authority or the freeholders to date. issue,” Freeholder Mirabella asserted. available to them. I have maintained advantage of the services available County in legal fees.” a “closed door” government. “We don’t want to become the gar- After hearing the GOP comments that policy throughout this year.” to them,” Freeholder Scanlon said. “This is really about the people,” He said that, if elected, Republi- bage capital of the East Coast,” Mr. throughout the evening, Freeholder “I have visited with several resi- As Parks and Recreation liaison, stated Mr. Urbano after the debate. cans would reform county govern- Shackell stated. Mirabella said voters have the “choice dents this year,” Mrs. Samuel said. Freeholder Scanlon oversaw the com- “With the taxpayer money that the ment by bringing back two-party rep- Freeholder Mirabella said a pre- between complaints (from Republi- On Sunday, November 5, the plete renovation of all Union County County Clerk office takes in rev- resentation. He also said he would sentation has yet to be made before cans) and results (Democrats).” Democrats’ mobile office will be playgrounds and major improve- enue, the least the County Clerk can advocate a reduction of the nine-mem- the board regarding the garbage trans- During a brief forum for County located at four different areas of ments to parks and playing fields. do is give some of that back, and ber board by two seats. fer station. Clerk candidates, incumbent Joanne Scotch Plains. She put policies in place to imple- make sure that the office is modern Freeholder Mirabella said Demo- While the Democrats cited their Rajoppi said the election should be “Some people might feel uncom- ment Project Pocket Parks, which and efficient. This is the citizens’ crats were “not elected by accident” efforts in helping students attain a about the person who is best capable fortable calling us,” Mr. Tripet stated. created $6 million in improvements office, not the County Clerk’s. It’s but instead by leading the way with college education through the Free- of managing the office. She cited her “This will make it easier for them to to local parks and preserved open time that the office is restored to one new programs, while stabilizing the holders’ Scholars program, Republi- 30 years of government administra- speak to us or meet with us without space for the enjoyment of future of public service, and not partisan county’s $150 million tax levy. cans said the program should be sup- tive experience, including five years having to make that phone call.” generations. policy making.” He noted the Freeholders have pro- ported by corporate sponsors and not as Clerk and 12 years as Registrar of The November 2 schedule of the Freeholder Holmes worked on a vided funds to computerize and con- Union County taxpayers. deeds and mortgages. mobile office is as follows: northside, $10 million program to improve roads Fall Harvest of Crafts nect classrooms to the Internet, ap- On the issue of the county’s finan- Republican Eric Urbano, an assis- 1-2 p.m., East Second Street near and bridges throughout the County proved the creation of a magnet high cial standing, Freeholder Holmes in- tant corporate counsel for an interna- Flanders Avenue; 2:30-3:30 p.m., without spending new county dol- Set by Fanwood Church school specializing in mathematics, dicated the county has used its surplus tional information technology firm, Morse Avenue (near St. John’s lars. FANWOOD – Fanwood Presbyterian science and technology for the county’s to lower taxes and also give money to said if elected he would turn back 25 church); southside, 4-5 p.m., “Previous Republican-controlled Church will hold its 13th Annual Fall elite students and provided grants this residents in the form of grants and percent of the $105,500 Clerk’s sal- Brookside Park parking lot; 5:30- freeholder boards let our infrastruc- Harvest of Crafts sponsored by the women year of between $100,000 and $250,000 additional county programs. ary to the county. 6:30 p.m., rear parking lot at the ture deteriorate,” Freeholder Holmes of the church on Saturday, November 4, for towns to build new or expand exist- Mr. Dill said giving out grants while He also proposed that all records in southside field. said. “By developing a plan, we were from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. ing senior citizen centers. increasing spending is the wrong ap- the Clerk’s office should be placed “We will welcome comments and able to attract millions in state and The fair will feature hand-crafted items Mr. Shackell said, in regard to the proach for the county to take. on-line for 24-hour access. He criti- federal grants.” made available to the public by 55 crafters senior scholarships, he would like “True savings means true reduc- cized Ms. Rajoppi for turning the look forward to meeting even more from the Tri-state area. Gourmet food and residents just before the election,” In addition, the Freeholder Schol- Union County College to offer pro- tion,” the candidate explained. He office into a “political soapbox.” ars program has made college a real- bakery items will be available. A delicious grams for homebound seniors. the candidates noted in a joint cam- luncheon will be available in the church said the county depends too much on Ms. Rajoppi noted that her office is paign statement. ity fir hundreds of students from dining room beginning at 11:30 a.m. Freeholder Scanlon highlighted the state and federal aid to offset taxes. one of the few revenue-generating working families, a campaign spokes- For more information, please call Co- board’s efforts to improve county park Freeholder Mirabella, the board’s segments of county government, not- woman noted. Chairperson Ellie Kramps at (908) 322- land. She said this is extra important, Vice Chairman and last year’s Fi- ing that the office brought in over $10 Union County Freeholder Mirabella said his run- 2337. given the fact that the county is 90 nance Committee Chairman, noted million in revenue last year. She also ning-mates also want to work the percent developed. She cited the the percentage of the budget raised by noted that she saved the county $1 Freeholders business community to bring new Trinity Market, county’s effort in revitalizing Lake taxes dipped below the 50 percent million through the merger of the jobs and economic opportunities to Surprise in the Watchung Reservation mark for the first time this year. He Clerk’s and Registrar’s offices. Scanlon, Mirabella, Union County. Rummage Sale and the plans to do the same for other He cited the Jersey Gardens Mall waterways in the county. Holmes (D) in Elizabeth and the development Set for October 27 “While my opponents offer rheto- ELIZABETH — Running on a around Linden Airport as projects WESTFIELD – Trinity Market and ric, my running mates and I are offer- record of tax cuts, economic devel- the board supported to enhance the Rummage Sale, sponsored by The La- ing results,” she shot back at the GOP opment and new in- county’s business climate. dies Philoptochos Society of Holy Trin- challengers. vestments in senior ity Greek Orthodox Church, 250 Gal- Among issues discussed was the services, education lows Hill Road in Westfield, will be referendum for open space that will Union County held on Friday, October 27, from 11 be on the November ballot. If ap- and parks, Union a.m. to 8 p.m. County Freeholder proved, a 20-year Open Space, Recre- The Fabulous Fifties, jewelry, ation and Historic Preservation Trust incumbents Al County Clerk scarves, Classy Collectibles, slightly Mirabella, Chester Eric Urbano (R) used bric-a-brac, small appliances, Fund would assess 1.5 cents per $100 Holmes and Deborah children’s toys and books and some of assessed value for all properties in Scanlon have ELIZABETH — At last week’s furniture will be featured. the county. County officials have said pledged to continue the progress if League of Women Voters debate in Favorite vendors from the Merry the tax would generate $4.89 million re-elected. Cranford, Republican Union County Market will also be present with ster- annually and $48.9 million over the “We are doing more with less and Clerk Candidate Eric Urbano pledged ling silver, handbags and personalized life of the fund. implementing innovative programs to voters that, if elected, he will give Christmas items. While supportive of the open space that touch people’s lives every day,” back 25 percent of the County Clerk Light lunch and light dinner will be fund, Mr. Dill and Mr. Shackell both Freeholder Mirabella said. salary to the county budget. available at the taverna. said the tax should have been 10 years As Finance Committee Chairman, He said that totals over $100,000 For more information, please call in length. Mr. Dill said the 20-year Freeholder Mirabella noted that he over the five-year term of office. (908) 233-9520. fund could significantly drive up the

CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, October 19, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION William R. Hannon, 73, Navy Veteran – Obituaries – Hope Lee, 82, Was Executive Director Was Former Fanwood Police Officer Of Westfield-Mountainside Red Cross William R. Hannon, 73, of Green ous in-service training schools and Hope Gallaway Lee, 82, of Arrangements are being handled Brook died on Tuesday, October 10, was one of the department’s official Donald H. Bagger, 74, Had Served Westfield died on Monday, October by the Groce Funeral Home at Lake at home. photographers. 16, at the home of her daughter, Julian in Arden, N.C. Born in Somerville, he moved to Previously, he was a tower man On Town Council and School Board Nancy Lee Rice, in Arden, N.C. In lieu of flowers, memorial dona- Fanwood many years ago. with the Central Railroad of New Donald H. Bagger of New Jersey Governor Alfred Driscoll. Born in Malone, N.Y., she had tions may be made to St. Paul’s Epis- Mr. Hannon had been a Fanwood Jersey. Mountainside, who was active in Mr. Bagger formerly served on the lived in Westfield for many years. copal Church Organ Fund, 414 East police officer for 26 years before Mr. Hannon served in the United Westfield civic affairs for more than Westfield Town Council and the Mrs. Lee had been employed as a Broad Street, Westfield, 07090. retiring in 1980. Promoted to Ser- States Navy during World War II and 50 years, died on Tuesday, October Westfield Board of Education, as registered nurse prior to her retire- October 19, 2000 geant in 1968, he completed numer- the Korean Conflict. 10, at home. well as the Charter Study Commis- ment. He was a member of the Fanwood Born in Westfield, he had lived in sion that led to the granting of She had also served as an Execu- Raymond J. Powell, 49 James B. Totten Volunteer Fire Company and the Mountainside for eight years. Westfield’s special municipal char- tive Director of the Westfield- Raymond J. Powell, 49, of North James B. Totten of Shrewsbury, Policeman’s Benevolent Association Mr. Bagger had worked for the ter by the State Legislature. Mountainside Area Chapter of the Plainfield died on Monday, October Mass., died on Sunday, October 15, Local No. 123 in Fanwood. Port Authority of New York and New After retiring from the Port Au- American Red Cross and volunteered 16, at Overlook Hospital in Summit. at his home. Surviving are two daughters, Jill Jersey, where he held positions in thority, Mr. Bagger was appointed as at Overlook Hospital in Summit. Born in Newark, he moved to Born in Westfield, the son of Earl Aller and Tracee Hannon; two broth- public affairs, communications and Mountainside Borough Administra- She was an active member of St. Garwood in 1954 and then to North and Edith Crehore Totten, he had ers, Frank Hannon and Vincent international protocol responsibili- tor and later Business Manager of the Paul’s Episcopal Church in Westfield. Plainfield 16 years ago. lived in Shrewsbury for eight years. Hannon, and three grandchildren. ties during the course of a 20-year Wardlaw-Hartridge School in Edison. Also surviving are another daugh- Mr. Powell had been employed as Mr. Totten had been a social worker Services were held on Saturday, career. In addition, he served as Westfield’s ter, Mary Lee Andrews of Jacobus, a service manager for the Porcelli at Olympus Specialty Hospital in October 14, at St. Joseph’s Church in He was also the first Executive Fire Commissioner, President of the Pa., 11 grandchildren and nine great- GMC Trucking Company in Eliza- Waltham for seven years before his North Plainfield. Director of the Newark Economic Westfield Local Assistance Board grandchildren. beth for 20 years before going into retirement. He previously worked at Arrangements were handled by the Development Corporation. Early in and as a member of the New Jersey Services will be held at 10 a.m. on self-employed semi-retirement 10 the former Cushing Hospital in Higgins Home for Funerals in his career, he had served as Secretary Real Estate Commission. Monday, October 23, at St. Paul’s years ago. Watchung. of the Greater Newark Chamber of He was also a Director of the Episcopal Church in Westfield. In- Surviving are his wife, Carol Framingham for many years. October 19, 2000 A graduate of St. Andrew’s Acad- Commerce and was on the staff of Westfield Adult School and of the terment will follow in St. Paul’s Powell; two sons, Raymond Powell emy in Delaware and Amherst Col- Westfield College Men’s Club and Garth. of Garwood and Adam Powell of lege in Amherst, Mass., he received was a Trustee of the Westfield Com- North Plainfield; a daughter, Amanda Drusilla Christopher, 95, Purchasing Agent Powell of North Plainfield; his par- graduate degrees in theater and so- munity Relations Council. Angeline B. Wagner, 82 cial work from Boston University. Was Active With Various Organizations Mr. Bagger graduated from ents, Claude and Lorraine Powell of Mr. Totten was a member of the Harvard University in 1948 and from Angeline B. Wagner, 82, a lifelong Edison; a brother, Garry Powell of Second Congregational Church of Drusilla May Macaulay Christo- Weavers and the New Jersey Orchid the Federal Executive Institute in resident of Scotch Plains, died on Garwood, and five grandchildren. Attleboro, Mass. He was also a mem- pher, 95, of Melbourne, Fla. died on Society and was a former member of 1971. Saturday, October 14, at home. A Mass was offered yesterday, ber of the National Association of Friday, August 4, at home. the Scotch Plains Baptist Church. He served in the United States Mrs. Wagner had worked for the Wednesday, October 18, at St. Anne’s Social Workers. Born and raised in Scotch Plains, She was predeceased by her hus- Navy during World War II. Singer Company in Somerville for Roman Catholic Church in Garwood. He performed in summer stock she was the daughter of the late band, Harold N. Christopher, Sr., in He was predeceased by a brother, more than 40 years before retiring in Arrangements were handled by the theater at Cape Cod’s Falmouth Play- Samuel B. and Augusta Jaeger 1995. N. Bruce Bagger. 1988. Dooley Colonial Home, 556 house and the Community Theater Macaulay. She had lived in Fanwood Surviving are a daughter, Drusilla Surviving are his wife of 48 years, She was a member of the Rosary Westfield Avenue in Westfield. of Walpole. from 1931 to 1969, when she relo- C. McNair of Mendham Township; a Elizabeth Bagger; a daughter, Paula Society of St. Bartholomew the October 19, 2000 He was a United States Army vet- cated to Sebastian, Fla. She moved son, Harold N. Christopher of North Bagger of Hingham, Mass.; three Apostle Roman Catholic Church in Michael McCauley, 44 eran. to Melbourne in 1989. Wolfeboro, N. H. and three grand- sons, Jonathan Bagger of Baltimore, Scotch Plains. Surviving are his wife of seven Mrs. Christopher retired in 1966 children. Richard Bagger of Westfield and Mrs. Wagner also was a member of Michael McCauley, 44, of years, Tina Gianakis Totten; a son, as Purchasing Agent of the J. D. A graveside service, with burial of Matthew Bagger of New York City; a the Catholic Golden Agers and the Bedminster died on Monday, Octo- James B. Totten, Jr. of Brooklyn; two Loizeaux Lumber Company in the cremains, will take place at 11:30 sister, Doris B. Marsh of Marblehead, Senior Citizens, both of Scotch ber 16, at his home. daughters, Melissa Totten of Cali- Plainfield, where she had been em- a.m. on Thursday, October 26, in the Mass., and eight grandchildren. Plains, and an auxiliary member of Born in Baltimore, he was raised fornia and Jennifer Totten of North ployed for over 30 years. cemetery of the Scotch Plains Bap- Services will be held at noon on the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post in Scotch Plains and had lived in Carolina, and a sister, Jean Totten of She served as President of the tist Church. Saturday, October 21, at St. Paul’s No. 10122 of Scotch Plains. Cranford before relocating to Rhode Island. Fanwood Women’s Club, the Garden Arrangements were under the di- Episcopal Church in Westfield. Surviving are a sister, Mary Di Bedminster in 1994. Visitation will be held at the Rob- Club and the Parent Teacher Asso- rection of the Beach Funeral Home Arrangements are being handled Fiore, and a brother, Rocco Di Fiore. Mr. McCauley was a pharmacist ciation of the former School 4 and in Indian Harbour Beach, Fla. by the Higgins and Bonner Echo A Mass was offered yesterday, with St. Barnabas and Morristown ert J. McNally Funeral Home in October 19, 2000 Clinton, Mass. from 5 to 8 p.m. was Commissioner of the Fanwood Lake Funeral Home in Westfield. Wednesday, October 18, at St. Memorial Hospitals and Greyrock today, Thursday, October 19. Girl Scout Council. In lieu of flowers, memorial con- Bartholomew the Apostle Church. Pharmacy in Clinton. He recently A memorial service will be held in Mrs. Christopher was also active Matthew J. Ponzio, 85 tributions may be made to the Donald Arrangements were handled by began a year-long program at the the Second Congregational Church with the Philathalians, the Westfield Matthew J. Ponzio, 85, of Bedminster H. Bagger Memorial Fund of the the Rossi Funeral Home in Scotch Chubb Institute to expand his career of Attleboro at a later date. Interment died on Monday, October, 9, at the Inte- Westfield Foundation. Plains. horizons into the area of technology will be private. Neva Smith, 93 grated Health Services in Bound Brook. October 19, 2000 October 19, 2000 and web design. He was a graduate of Virginia Com- Memorial contributions may be Neva Smith, 93, of Westfield died Born in Scotch Plains, he had lived in made to The Angel Fund for Lou Manahawkin before moving to monwealth University in Richmond, on Sunday, October 8, in the Westfield Va. Gehrig’s Disease, Massachusetts Center, Genesis ElderCare Network Bedminster two years ago. James H. Brown, 77, WWII Vet General Hospital, 55 Fruit Street, Mr. Ponzio had been a machinist for He was predeceased by his par- in Westfield. ents, Donald McCauley, in 1992, Boston, Mass., 02114. Born in King William County, Va., 18 years with Thul Machinery in Owned Taxi Service in Westfield October 19, 2000 Plainfield before retiring in 1980. and Dorothy McCauley, in 1993. she moved to Westfield many years James Harding Brown, 77, of East national Brotherhood of Teamsters Surviving are three brothers, James ago. He was a member of the Senior Social Anna Mandaglio, 76 Club in Manahawkin. Orange, died on Monday, October 2 Union Local 478 and Elks Westfield McCauley, Donald McCauley and Ms. Smith had been employed at in the Department of Veterans Af- Centennial Lodge 400. John McCauley, and four sisters, Anna Mandaglio, 76, of North Jane Smith in Westfield for 18 years Surviving are a daughter, Pam Plainfield died on Tuesday, October Ostrander; a son, Ronald J. Ponzio, Sr.; fairs, New Jersey Health Care Center Surviving are a son, James A. Monica McCauley, Joan Fenwick, before retiring. Victoria Meeks and Laura 3. She was a member of the Women’s nine grandchildren and six great-grand- at East Orange. Brown, and brothers, Charles Brown, Born in the Netherwood section of children. Born in Westfield, he lived in Lawrence Wallace Brown and Dou- Mazzaferro. Fellowship and the Usher Board, both The funeral will be held tomor- Plainfield, she had lived there until of the Bethel Baptist Church in Services were held on Friday, Octo- Plainfield before moving to East glas Brown. relocating to North Plainfield in 1951. ber 13, at the Sheenan Funeral Home in Orange many years ago. Services were held on Monday, row, Friday, October 20, at the Me- Westfield. morial Funeral Home, 155 South Mrs. Mandaglio had been em- Surviving are two daughters, Mary Dunellen. Mr. Brown was a truck driver with October 9, at the Plinton Curry Fu- ployed as a legal secretary for the October 19, 2000 Avenue in Fanwood, followed by a E. Moore and Helen M. Moore; a ABC Trucking Co. for many years neral Home in Westfield. Mass at St. Helen’s Roman Catholic firm of Johnstone Skok, Loughlin Willie Thompson, 86 October 19, 2000 sister, Hazel Peterson, and two broth- before retiring. Earlier, he owned a Church in Westfield. Interment will and Lane in Westfield for the past 19 ers, Preston Smith and James Smith. Willie Mae Thompson, 86, of years. taxi business in Westfield. Dorothy Johnson, 78 take place in Fairview Cemetery in Services were held on Friday, Oc- Neshanic Station, died Saturday, During World War II, he served in Surviving are her husband, Vincent Dorothy Johnson, 78, of Raleigh, Westfield. tober 13, at the Bethel Baptist Church. October 7 in Somerset Medical Cen- the Army’s “Red Ball Express” as a Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Mandaglio; three sons, Bart Arrangements were handled by the N.C., died on Monday, October 2, at ter, Somerville. truck driver hauling ammunition and and from 7 to 9 p.m. today, Thursday, Mandaglio of Mendham Township, Plinton-Curry Funeral Home in Born in Louisiana, she lived in Los home. James Mandaglio of Annandale and gasoline for General Patton’s army Born in Hazlehurst, Miss., Mrs. October 19, at the funeral home. Westfield. Angeles and Scotch Plains before In lieu of flowers, memorial dona- Michael Mandaglio of Gillette; a October 19, 2000 moving to Neshanic Station five years in Europe and was a part of the D- Johnson lived in Westfield for 35 \ tions may be made to the Juvenile daughter, Roseann Messina of ago. Day follow-up forces. years and Plainfield for 40 years Flemington; her brother, Joseph Mr. Brown was a member of Inter- before moving to Raleigh in 1998. Diabetes Foundation, 120 Wall Surviving are a daughter, Lillie Street, 19th Floor, New York, 10005 Comune of Middlesex, and seven Jill Elizabeth Riley, 37 Jean Laws; two sons, Beverly Charles Mrs. Johnson had worked for the grandchildren. Burroughs Corporation in Piscataway or called in to (800) JDF-CURE. Jill Elizabeth Riley, 37, of Scotch Thompson Jr. and Reginald Nicho- Edward Walsh, 85 October 19, 2000 Services were held on Tuesday, las; a brother, Joseph Lecour; four for 10 years and also as a private duty October 17, at the Higgins Home for Plains died on Thursday, October 12, Edward J. Walsh, Jr, 85, of at home. sisters, Theresa Pryor, Mary Huff, nurse for various families in the Republican Club Funerals in Watchung, followed by a Nora Taylor and Daisy Bryant; six Southampton, Pa., died on Saturday, Westfield/Plainfield area before re- Mass at St. Joseph Roman Catholic Born in North Plainfield, she re- October 7, at home. sided in Scotch Plains for the past 10 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchil- tiring in 1992. Of Mountainside Church in North Plainfield. Inter- dren and two great-great-grandchil- Born in Pittsburgh, Pa., he lived in She sang in the choir at St. Luke ment took place at Hillside Cem- years. Warminster, Pa. and Westfield be- Plans Dinner Dance Mrs. Riley had worked at the dren. African Methodist Episcopal Zion etery in Scotch Plains. Services for Mrs. Thompson, were fore moving to Southampton 12 years Church in Westfield. MOUNTAINSIDE – The Repub- October 19, 2000 Cranford Library for three years. ago. lican Club of Mountainside will host Prior to that, she had worked at the held on Tuesday, October 10 at the Surviving are a son, Donald Agnes Pasko, 90 Hillsborough Funeral Home in Belle Mr. Walsh, was the plant superin- Sumner; four daughters, Barbara their Annual Dinner Dance on Fri- Nutley Library. tendent for Alloy Steel Casting Co., day, October 27, at 7 p.m. at L’Affaire Agnes Pasko, 90, of Davenport, She attended Penn State Univer- Mead. Miner-Brown, Brenda Muhammad, October 19, 2000 Elizabeth, where he worked for 20 Robin Brown and Cheryle Jones; 14 on Route 22, East in Mountainside. Fla., died on Wednesday, October sity and received a bachelor’s degree years before retiring in 1984. Previ- The evening of food, fun, music 11, at the Florida home of her daugh- grandchildren and 20 great-grand- in English from Montclair State Col- M. Claire Lodge, 80 ously, he was employed by Fisher- and fellowship will include a cock- ter, Judith Mammano. lege in 1985. Mrs. Riley earned a children. M. Claire Lodge, 80, of Scotch Porter, Southampton, and by the Services were held on Saturday, tail hour and hors d’oeuvres from 7 Born in Middleport, Pa., she had master’s degree in library science Plains, died on Saturday, October 7, American Steel Foundry, Newark. to 8 p.m., followed by a filet mignon lived in Fanwood and Elizabeth be- October 7 at the Covenant United from Rutgers University in 1986. at home. He was a member of the Red Lion and chicken picata dinner. An open fore relocating to Florida in 1976. Surviving are her husband, Chris- Methodist Church in Plainfield. Born in Orange, she lived in Golf Club and was a former Little Arrangements were handled by the bar will be featured from 7 to 11 p.m. She was a member of the Fanwood topher R. Riley; a son, Steven Albert Montclair before moving to Scotch League baseball coach and umpire, Admission is $50 per person. Volunteer Rescue Squad for 14 years. Plinton-Curry Funeral Home in Riley; her parents, Nina and Eugene Plains in 1960. as well as a basketball coach. For more information and reserva- Also surviving are four sons, Rob- Bereza, and a brother, John Bereza. Westfield. She was a bookkeeper for LeBoeuf Surviving his wife of 59 years, October 19, 2000 tions, please call (908) 233-7129. ert Pasko, Richard Pasko, James A memorial service will be held at Cleaners for 40 years before retiring Margaret Walsh; a son, Edward J. Pasko and Thomas Pasko; another a later date. in 1992. Walsh 3rd; a daughter, Mrs. Kathleen daughter, Carol Brown; a sister, Arrangements were under the di- She was a member of the Ram- Z. Huckins; a sister, Mrs. Helen M. Patricia Spital; 13 grandchildren and rection of the Memorial Funeral blers of the United Methodist Church Jenkins; three grandchildren and Congressman Gephardt 12 great-grandchildren. Home, 155 South Avenue in in Plainfield. three great-grandchildren. A Mass was offered on Monday, Fanwood. A Mass was offered on Tuesday at A Mass was offered on Tuesday, October 16, at St. Genevieve’s Ro- Memorial contributions may be St. Bartholomew the Apostle Roman October 10, at St. Mary of the Lakes Rallies for Connelly man Catholic Church in Elizabeth. made to Catholic Charities, Mater- Catholic Church in Scotch Plains. Church in Medford. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 Interment took place at St. Gertrude’s nity and Adoptive Services, 288 Rues Arrangements were handled by the Arrangements were handled by the Cemetery in Colonia. Lane, East Brunswick, 08816. Rossi Funeral Home in Scotch Plains. Rinaldo held the seat for 20 years per-person fundraising appearance for October 19, 2000 October 19, 2000 Mathis Funeral Home in Medford. October 19, 2000 October 19, 2000 prior to that. Mrs. Connelly today, October 19, at Actor Richard Dreyfuss rallied for the Doubletree Hotel in Somerset, to Mrs. Connelly on Saturday and Sena- help Mrs. Connelly in her fundraising tor Robert G. Torricelli (D-NJ) did an effort. Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. We appreciate event for her Monday night in Scotch Democratic Vice Presidential candi- Plains. Due to the unrest in the Middle date Joseph Lieberman will do a Caring & Courteous Service to the East, President Bill Clinton was forced fundraiser for Mrs. Connelly today from our neighbors to cancel a planned $250-to-$1,000- 1 to 3 p.m. at a private home in Short Cranford/Westfield Area Since 1913 Like you, we appreciate having good neighbors. That's why we also Hills. Congressman Patrick Kennedy (D- do our best to be good neighbors. MASTER R.I.) came to New Jersey in August to As established members of the Westfield business community, we promote Mrs. Connelly’s candidacy. understand the security of dealing with people you know, people you trust! MEMORIALS Senator John McCain attended a rally We've built our reputation on this trust. in Union October 7 for Mr. Ferguson. Westfield 1171 E. Broad St. A visit by former Transportation and 556 Westfield For over 100 years, we've provided area families with sound advice Westfield, NJ Labor Secretary Elizabeth Dole, wife of 1996 GOP Presidential nominee Bob Avenue and caring service at times of personal loss. We believe we help the most by listening and providing choices. 233-2350 Dole, for Mr. Ferguson is on hold. 233-0255 Visits are being planned by Congress- We hope you remember you can turn to us in times of need. You can man J.C. Watts (R-Okla.-4th) and Con- John L. Dooley also talk to us about planning ahead... removing this burden from the gresswoman Sue Kelly (R-N.Y.-19th), Manager minds of others. Please call us or stop by. Chairwoman of the General Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee of the Banking and Finance Committee. DESIGNER • BUILDERS OF FINE In her latest Federal Election Com- mission filing, Mrs. Connelly reported MONUMENTS that she raised $1.5 million for her FUNERAL MARKERS campaign and has $138,000 in cash on Cranford DIRECTORS hand. Mr. Ferguson reported having MAUSOLEUMS raised $864,000 for the General Elec- 218 North Avenue – Since 1897 – tion, with $329,000 in cash on hand. 276-0255 Given that the Seventh District seat LETTERED • CLEANED is open this year and that Democrats Charles V. Dooley • FRED H. GRAY, JR. •WILLIAM A. DOYLE • PAULETTE CRABIEL WAHLER have not won it in recent memory, Manager • DALE SCHOUSTRA • DAVID J. CRABIEL Bruce Bauer, Prop. Congressman Gephardt said he sees Executive Administrator – William A. Doyle (Established 1938) the election as a fiercely contested race WESTFIELD: 318 East Broad St., Fred H. Gray, Jr. Mgr. • 233-0143 that will go down to the wire. ALSO: 300 Rt. 37 East “We think we have the candidate and CRANFORD: 12 Springfield Ave., Dale R. Schoustra, Mgr. • 276-0092 Toms River, N.J. 349-2350 the issues to win,” he said. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, October 19, 2000 Page 11

Ecumenical Training Event God’s Creation Not What It Slated at Presbyterian Church Appears To Be, But It Is Very Good WESTFIELD – The Ecumenical This year’s workshop titles will Training Associates will once again include “No More Sunday School as A Bi-Weekly Column From Members of the offer a training program on Saturday, Usual,” “Singing God’s Praise and Westfield Ministerial Association October 28, at The Presbyterian Sharing Christ in Music,” “Creative Church, located at 140 Mountain Children’s Programming,” “Every- By NANCY PLUM TUTHILL This proved to be the case. After Avenue in Westfield. one Loves a Story,” “Living with the One day, during my high school our precious little girl arrived, I This year’s featured speaker will Stranger” and “Effective Youth Min- years, my dad slammed his hand on thought about my long list of fears be the Reverend Kathy Stolz, In- istry for the 21st Century.” the table and said, “You see this and realized that every single one terim Associate Council Director for Other topics will include “King table? You think it’s solid but it’s not; had been healed. In fact, the experi- the Greater New Jersey Conference David’s Cinema,” “Administering the it’s moving molecules!” That star- ence was completely painless and of the United Methodist Church. Her Church School Program” and “Chil- tling lesson has stayed with me. What quick. It was a truly glorious event. topic will be “Children: Present, Pre- dren and Worship: A Teaching Ap- appears to be is often so different And like icing on the cake, I was sents and Presence.” proach.” from what actually is. back to my original dress size within Two hour-and-a-half sessions fo- In addition, David Mueller, the Several years later I learned in three weeks. cusing on a variety of workshops for Family Life Director at the Westfield Christian Science that the substance What was different this time? My church teachers, leaders and admin- Y, will lead “Asset Building in Con- of man, or woman, is not in the concept of what was really going on! istrators will follow. The leadership gregations: Intentionally Develop- material facade of that person, but in Turning to God through prayer for these workshops will come from ing Youth.” the God-like, spiritual qualities the during the preparation for the birth sponsoring Presbyterian, American Registration is $8 for the 9 a.m. to person expresses as the image and allowed me to experience something Baptist, United Church of Christ, 12:45 p.m. event. Coffee and a books- likeness of Spirit, God. of my spiritual nature as God’s im- Reformed, African Methodist Epis- for-sale table will be available. To “I learned that what we hold in age or reflection. As the reflection of copal Zion and United Methodist register or for other information, A BIG DONATION... Ray Pardon, right, President of the Scotch Plains consciousness is embodied and ex- Spirit, I was not originating or creat- churches. please call the Reverend Norma Business & Professional Association presents a check from for $500 to Scotch pressed in us — that is, thought ing a child, but rather was showing Plains Rescue Squad Members (left to right), Geri Samuel, Liz Cena and Joan manifests itself in and as body.” Con- forth or expressing the unlimited cre- Hockenjos at (908) 232-1935, the Lozowski. Gardenaires’ Meeting Reverend Darla Turlington at the sidering what my dad taught me, this ative capacities of Spirit, God. First Baptist Church at (908) 233- concept was easy to understand. The practitioner’s prayers helped To Feature Program 2278 or the Reverend Wendy Thode Scotch Plains Business Association In “Science and Health with Key me experience what was spiritually By Floral Assistant at The Presbyterian Church at (908) to the Scriptures,” author Mary Baker true about the event. The fears dis- 233-0301. Eddy writes, “Consciousness con- solved and my body expressed natu- SCOTCH PLAINS – The monthly Donates $500 to Rescue Squad structs a better body when faith in ral strength, elasticity and resilience. meeting of the Gardenaires will take matter has been conquered. Correct Some years later, during and after place on Wednesday, October 25, SP Baptist Church The Scotch Plains Business and sponsors could not pick up the cost material belief by spiritual under- the unexpected birth of twins, I found from noon until 3 p.m. at the Scotch To Honor Seniors Professional Association (SPBPA) of running the event. standing, and Spirit will form you strength and joy in remembering that Hills Country Club on Jerusalem recently made a donation to the The SPBPA, which was one group God was abundantly meeting my SCOTCH PLAINS – The Senior anew” (page 425). Road in Scotch Plains. Scotch Plains Rescue Squad to help opposed to the event, did not want to Elsewhere she writes, “The body needs and caring for his creation. Helene Miller, a long-time club Citizens of Scotch Plains Baptist offset donations not received by the see the Rescue Squad suffer from the Each time a complication in the preg- Church, 333 Park Avenue, Scotch improves under the same regimen member with 10 years of experience Rescue Squad due to the cancella- race cancellation this year. The which spiritualizes the thought; and nancy surfaced, I turned to God in as a floral assistant, will be the Plains will be honored during a spe- tion of the Freddie Spencer Bike SPBPA matched donations from the prayer for a spiritual perspective and cial Senior Citizen Day worship ser- if health is not made manifest under speaker. Race earlier this year. The Race following businesses; Little Shop of this regimen, this proves that fear is the birth proved to be natural and She will demonstrate how to cre- vice and luncheon on Sunday, Octo- which caused the township to incur Comics, Florence Ravioli, Quick safe. Although I gained 70 pounds ber 22. governing the body. This is the law of ate centerpieces using fresh silk and significant costs in the past and never Stop and Nuts n' Plenty and pre- cause and effect, or like producing during this pregnancy, the day after dried flowers and share some “tricks A “Hymn Sing” and guest speaker quite caught on as a community sented a check for $500 to Rescue the twins’ arrival my legs resumed will honor the seniors from the church like” (page 370). of the trade” to make arranging easier. event was not run this year as race squad members. Today we see so much effort put their normal size. And very quickly The general meeting of the ages 60 and over during the 11 a.m. after, so did the rest of me. service. into molding and chiseling bodies Gardenaires is held on the fourth into better health through external The following statement from the Wednesday of each month. Refresh- Chaplain Homer Tricules from the Bible often comes to mind: “Finally, Meadowlands Race Track will be the means. I have learned that an effort ments such as cookies and cake, cof- CSH Continues Involvement to look away from matter to Spirit brethren, whatsoever things are true, fee and tea are served before each guest speaker. Chaplain Tricules whatsoever things are honest, what- pastored Scotch Plains Baptist through prayer, to find true spiritual meeting. Everyone is invited and identity, can effectively serve to im- soever things are just, whatsoever there are no geographic limitations. Church from 1982 to 1988. In Child Care Food Program things are pure, whatsoever things During the luncheon, volunteers prove the body as well as the thought. MOUNTAINSIDE – The Rose- rate by family size and yearly in- Childbirth had not been a very are lovely, whatsoever things are of from the congregation will honor the good report; if there be any virtue, Torah Center Reveals seniors by serving as waitresses and mary Cuccaro Pediatric Medical Day come is: one person, $15,448; two harmonious experience for me the Care Center, operated by Children’s people, $20,813; three people, first three times. When the fourth and if there be any praise, think on Simchat Torah Event waiters for the tables. Chaplain these things” (Philippians, Chapter Tricules will reminisce with the se- Specialized Hospital (CSH) in $26,178, and four people, $31,543. child was on the way, I wanted it to WESTFIELD – The Union County Mountainside, has announced its For each additional family member, be different, better. So a few months 4). Torah Center will hold its Simchat niors about some of their favorite To me, this doesn’t mean that we church memories. continuing participation in the Fed- the qualifying yearly income in- before the birth, I asked a Christian Torah celebration with Hakafot, open eral Child Care Food Program. creases by $5,365. Science practitioner to pray. Chris- should ignore challenges or look at to the public, this Saturday, October For more information, please call the world through a rosy lens. Rather, (908) 322-5487. According to Kevin Sullivan, Di- The Child Care Food Program is a tian Science practitioners are experi- 21, at 6:30 p.m. There will be etary Manager at CSH, children age federal program of the Food and enced Christian healers. I understood it serves to remind me that right L’Chaims and refreshments, and all Flu Inoculation Slated 12 and under who are enrolled in the Nutrition Service, United States De- that this prayer would help me expe- where fear and concern has the upper children will receive their own program receive free meals, based partment of Agriculture (U.S.D.A.). rience more of my true spiritual na- hand, the spiritual fact of God’s all- Simchat Torah flag. By Health Department on an income eligibility scale. It is operated in accordance with ture as God’s daughter. I expressed to power and goodness resides to be Members of the public are invited WESTFIELD – The Westfield The “Eligibility Income Scale,” U.S.D.A. policy, which does not per- her my fears of childbirth and we discerned. to attend, for a special evening of Regional Health Department will effective July 1, 2000 through June mit discrimination because of race, prayed together to heal my concern. Through prayer, we can look past dancing in celebration of the Jewish sponsor a Flu Inoculation Program 30, 2001, is as follows: color, national origin, disability, age The Bible tells us in Isaiah, Chap- the facade of a limited, material sense holiday of Simchat Torah, or Rejoic- on Thursday, October 26, from 6 to Eligibility for a free meal, listed or sex, in the meal service admis- ter 40, “Be not afraid! Behold, the of things. And by understanding the ing with the Torah in Hebrew. 7:30 p.m. in the Court Room of the by family size and yearly income, is: sions policy or use of any Child Care Lord God will come with strong harmonious relationship between The holiday marks the completion Westfield Municipal Building, 425 one person, $10,855; two people, Food Program facility. hand, and his arm shall rule for him: God and His creation, we can expe- of the year-round public reading of East Broad Street, Westfield. $14,625; three people, $18,395, and Anyone who believes they may behold, his reward is with him, and rience freedom from fear and enjoy the Torah (Bible) scroll in synagogues. The program is strongly recom- four people, $22,165. For each addi- have been discriminated against in his work before him. He shall feed better health. For more information, please call mended for the following individu- tional family member, the qualify- any U.S.D.A.-related activity is ad- his flock like a shepherd: he shall * * * * * (908) 789-5252. als: all persons who are at increased ing yearly income increases by vised to write to the Secretary of gather the lambs with his arm, and Nancy Plum Tuthill is First Reader at risk of infections of the lower respira- $3,770. Agriculture, Washington, D.C., carry them in his bosom, and shall First Church of Christ, Scientist, 422 SP-F Historical Society tory tract due to pre-existing condi- Eligibility for a meal at a reduced 20250. gently lead those that are with young.” East Broad Street, Westfield. tions such as acquired or congenital To Hold Tinsmithing heart disease; any chronic disorder or Discussion on Tuesday condition affecting respiratory func- BOYLE FINANCIAL SCOTCH PLAINS – The Histori- tion; chronic kidney disease; diabe- WANTED cal Society of Scotch Plains and tes; chronic anemia; conditions or ASSOCIATES, LLC Fanwood will welcome George therapy that would lower an Healthy Type II Diabetics Pierson, tinsmithing expert, to its individual’s resistance to infections. next meeting on Tuesday, October The program is also recommended 325 North Avenue East, Westfield 24, at 8 p.m. at the Fanwood Train for senior citizens, particularly those 908-232-8977 treated with DIET or ORAL MEDICATION aged 55 or over who are at increased Station. 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789-4090 or visit 550 East Broad ® Street in Westfield. To open your Generations Gold checking account, or for more information, stop by your local Valley branch. African Violet Society Plans Meeting Today SCOTCH PLAINS – The Union County Chapter of the African Vio- let Society will convene today, Thurs- ® day, October 19, at 1 p.m. in the Banking Just like it’s supposed to be. Scotch Plains Library, 1927 Bartle 1-800-522-4100 www.valleynationalbank.com Avenue in Scotch Plains. ~ The program is entitled, “How © 2000 Valley National Bank. Member FDIC. Member Federal Reserve System. After January 1, 2001, there is a $4 monthly membership fee if you maintain at least Are They Doing?” All are invited to a $1,000 average daily collected balance for the month (i.e. balance) or you are at least 55 years old. There is an $8 monthly membership fee if you do not maintain attend. this balance. This offer may not be combined with any other offer and may be withdrawn at any time without prior notice. Ask for details. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, October 19, 2000 Page 13 Go Yankees and Mets! Sports Section - Pages 13-16 May the Best Team Win THE WEEK IN SPORTS FRESH’H2O’ RUSHES 159 YDS, 3 TDS; BIG ‘D’ CRACKS ‘For Real’ Raiders De-Horse Blue Knight Gridmen, 42-8

By DAVID B. CORBIN touchdowns in just three quarters, blocking people and I was running in Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times before the Raiders played their en- them. Coach Ciccotelli is an excel- One big win! Maybe you’re lucky tire second team in the final quarter. lent coach, an excellent coach!” say some. But a hammer job the very Junior quarterback Brian Schiller, “He’s a really hard runner. In the next week could mean that a team is despite having a TD reception to beginning, we got on him a little bit for real. Josh Finklestein nullified and a 12- because he wasn’t running the holes, Well, it happened! After the yard reception to Dave Larkin called said Ciccotelli of Freshwater. “But Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School back, was seven-for-ten passing for when he hit the holes, the offensive football team dazed and confused 64 yards, including a 12-yard TD line was doing a great job of control- the Linden Tigers, they followed up reception to Andrew Pavoni. Addi- ling the line of scrimmage.” the very next week by easily win- tionally, in the third quarter, he car- The offensive line was opening the ning the jousting bout with the ried three times for 34 yards with TD holes and the defensive line was clos- Irvington Blue Knights in Scotch runs of 21 and seven yards. ing them, using “cracking” tackles. Plains on October 14. “We’ve had good practices once “We have a lot of weapons in our Halfback Clifton Freshwater again this week,” pointed out Fresh- package and our defense gave us David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times chewed up the turf and covered 159 water. “And as I told you before, we good alignment,” said Ciccotelli. “We DEVIL DEFENSE DOING ITS JOB…The Blue Devil defensive line worked overtime against the Union Farmers but did yards on 29 carries, yielding three are maturing as a team. Our line was thought we could run our option and its job well. Union, however, defeated Westfield, 13-0, at Gary Kehler Stadium. Brian took advantage of it. He’s got a better passing sense. He’s getting MATT ANDZELL LEADS DEFENSE WITH 16 TACKLES better every week.” After a silent first quarter, the Raid- ers wore down the Blue Knights and scored all of their points in the middle Farmers Gain the Offensive; quarters – 21 in the second and 21 in the third – and finished with a 42-8 victory to lift their record to 3-2. “We were in much better shape than they were,” said Raider Assis- Blank Devil Gridmen, 13-0 tant Coach Bob Harmer. “We train very hard all week.” By BRUCE JOHNSON major power points last Saturday, Union then drove 60 yards in 13 As with the Linden game, the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times when they came up short against plays, converting twice on third down Raiders again pulled out all of their You look at the teams in the hunt Union, 13-0. While the Farmers are and once on a fourth-and-4. The drive weapons and the Blue Knights be- for the eight spots in the NJSIAA still a very good team, they were stalled at the Westfield 4, when Mroz, gan to fall. With 8:51 left in the North Jersey Section 2 Group 4 play- beatable, and Westfield certainly had Matt Andzell, Chris Dodge and Matt half, Freshwater plunged one yard offs, and all you see is quality. It’s its chances, despite the lopsided na- Brinkman came up with big stops. for the TD. Next, after stopping the hard to imagine any section having ture of the statistics. On third down, Jenkins pressured the Blue Knights’ horses cold, Schiller as many good teams. “You can’t be out there on defense quarterback into a bad pass, but hit Pavoni for his 12-yard TD and And if Westfield wants to be one of against them all day,” Head Coach cornerback Jim Mitchell couldn’t Doug Gillie’s PAT was good. Then those eight teams, they’re probably Ed Tranchina said. “We needed to hold onto a potential interception in after Raider Damon Clark inter- going to have to win at least two of get something going on offense, but the end zone. Union’s Steve Andriola cepted a pass and returned it to the their final three regular-season their big guys (on defense) were too converted a 21-yard field goal. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Knight 22, Freshwater performed games, beginning Saturday, when much for us.” “They had too many third-and- CHEWING UP THE TURF…Raider Clifton Freshwater chews up the turf his magic, eventually moving the Irvington visits Gary Kehler Stadium Westfield only ran 12 offensive short situations,” Tranchina said. against the Blue Knights and amasses 159 yards rushing. ball to the one where he bashed for a 1:30 p.m. kickoff. plays in the first half, getting an early “But our kids played them tough.” forward for another TD. He then Currently, coach Ed Tranchina’s first down on Mike Mroz’s 12-yard If the first half was tough for Blue carried for the two-point conver- club is 3-2, but that’s only good burst and a late first down on Terrance Devil fans, the second half was Chi- sion, giving the Raiders a 21-0 half- enough for ninth place in the section, Jenkins’ 16-yard scamper. In between nese water torture. So many big, time lead. based on power points (two points it was mostly Union and its ball- potential game-turning plays ... and Blue Devil Boys Battle There was no letdown in the third for a victory, times the Group size of control offense, with Ron Booker every one went Union’s way. quarter. The Raiders took the open- the opponent, plus one point for each and Greg Point Du Jor doing most of Westfield’s second possession of ing kickoff on their own 20 and win by a team WHS beat). Realisti- the damage. the second half saw Mercer lead Raiders to, 0-0, OT Tie marched triumphantly on 10 plays, cally, there are nine teams battling After yet another great punt by their best drive. He hit Reavis for 31 culminating with Schiller’s 21-yard for the eight spots. In order, they are: WHS’s Jay Cook rolled dead at the yards to the Union 28, then scrambled TD keeper with 7:21 left. Moments 1. Elizabeth (5-1, 51 power points), 2. Union 4, the Farmers got two first 12 yards for a first down at the 17. By STEVEN KRAKAUER team was yellow-carded. Phillipsburg (5-0, 45), 3. Morristown (5- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Westfield has been playing with- later Raider Mike Buffardi recov- 0, 44), 4. Bloomfield (4-1, 40), 5. Union (5- downs, but then had to punt. It looked Mroz went 5 yards to the 12 but, on On October 13 at Gary Kehler out the services of co-captain Conner ered a Knight fumble on the 25. Then 1, 39), 6. Roxbury (4-1, 34), 7. Linden (3- like the Devils were in good shape, third down, a possible touchdown Stadium in Westfield, the ninth- Mulvee all season and Duffy Lau, with 6:12 left, Schiller hooked seven 2, 31), 8. Montclair (3-2, 27), 9. Westfield after linebacker Dave King nearly pass from Jenkins to Cook didn’t yards for another TD. Gillie’s PAT (3-2, 26). blocked the kick and it went just 17 connect because a defender got ranked Scotch Plains-Fanwood High who recently sustained an injury. Morristown might have to forfeit one of School boys soccer team were goose- Also out for the “Friday the 13th” elevated the score to 35-0. its victories, which would be worth 9 or yards to the Union 42. But on first enough pressure on Jenkins to force egged for only the second time all game was Kurt Schoenberg. So much for the offense – for now! 10 power points, but that information down, Point Du Jor stepped in front a poor pass. On the next play, An- season, this time by the Westfield After 100 minutes of rugged soccer, Remember! The Blue Knights have was to be announced at a Tuesday of receiver Diano Reavis and picked drew Lessner’s 29-yard field goal NJSIAA meeting that took place too late off Louis Mercer’s pass, who was attempt was blocked and the Farm- boys in an exciting, 0-0, overtime CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 for the Leader’s deadline. marathon. starting because Ryan MacDonald’s ers recovered at their 31. The Raiders had many more scor- The Blue Devils lost a shot at some ankle hadn’t sufficiently healed. CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 ing opportunities than the Blue Dev- ils, as sophomore Ray DiNizo and seniors Michael Zotti and Andrew Babicz each fired two shots on goal. For Westfield, the only major shot on goal came in the second half when senior Greg Scanlan launched a bul- let towards the goal. Much credit is due to the two goal- ies. Blue Devil junior Kevin Cutro produced nine key stops. Senior goalie Brad Lowyns, the 6’3'’ mon- ster force behind the Raiders’ potent defense, needed to save only one possible goal, but his presence was felt all over the field. He often came out of goal to midfield and handled duties from there. Cutro, who earned the starting job away from fellow junior Tim Mansfield, said after the game, “The crowd helped a lot during the game. HEMMING IN A DEVIL…Raider defensemen Jim Cooney, No. 10, and Dave They came out to support us and it Bell, No. 4, put the squeeze on Blue Devil Brad Gillin, No. 3, in Westfield. The was great.” game ended in a scoreless overtime tie. Much recognition is also due for the defenders on each team. Blue Devil freshman Jeff Nusse and se- niors Richie Rowe and Doug Minarik Lady Blue Devils Drag provided great support, while the Raiders’ goal was patrolled master- fully by Ricardo Arocha and Dave Farmers to, 0-0, OT Tie Sigmon. The game was marred by many By DAVID B. CORBIN ever, the Blue Devils did breakaway penalties and questionable calls. As Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times on a few occasions and launched an the final seconds of the regulation Several Blue Devil breakaways adequate amount of shots on goal winded down, the Raiders fired a which yielded no goals and no real only to see them whiz wide right and shot past Cutro and into the net. It offensive dominance dragged the soc- left or sail over the crossbar. Farmer was ruled “no goal” because the ref- cer game into overtime between the keeper Jen Chapla did make three eree claimed time had expired. Westfield High School girls and the important saves. The Raider coaches furiously Union girls. The result was a 0-0 dead- A few questionable offsides calls stormed the field to argue the call lock after two five-minute – agreed in the first half may have thrown off and in turn the Head Coach, Tom upon by the coaches – overtime peri- the Blue Devils’ rhythm somewhat Breznitsky, was given a yellow card, ods in Westfield on October 11. but a few scoring opportunities came and the Assistant Joe Mortarulo was In general, the bulk of the game up short. red carded. Also a member of each took place around midfield; how- “It’s the story of our season,” com- mented Blue Devil Head Coach Pete Giordano. “We let them back into the game. We had three big opportu- nities in the first half alone, but we let them off the hook. Sure, the goalie made a couple of good saves but we are not finishing the job.” Another type of misfortune oc- curred early in the second half when talented defender/midfielder Gwen Lederman went down with a knee injury and sat out the remainder of the game. From that point, the Farm- ers did put some pressure on Blue Devil senior keeper Michelle Meglaughlin but, in both situations, she rose to the occasion to make the saves. One came on a corner kick from the far side, where Meglaughlin with her superior height, leaped above the crowd to snag the hooking shot. Westfield regained control mid- way through the second half until the end of regulation. Probably one the David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times BLOCKING A FARMER PASS…Blue Devil Laura Shelman, No. 5, blocks the smoothest offensive maneuvers came ball with her chest as Dana Passananti, No. 16, looks on in the game against the when senior striker Susan Hinds Union Farmers. CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 14 Thursday, October 19, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION ALEXIS ANZELONE BECOMES 2ND ONLY TO ‘BEST’ Blue Devil XC ‘Pac’ ‘Bests’ Cougars and Blue Knights

By DAVID B. CORBIN positioned herself 14th on the WHS crossed 11th at 21:05, Carolyn Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times list. Jackie Cusimano crossed just a Matthews took 13th with a time of “Personal Best” (PB) were the second later to place her name 15th 21:20, Martta McGlynn was 14th at words shouted for 21 of the West- on the WHS list. Erin McClellan 21:23 and Sarah Ackerman was 15th field High School girls cross country placed herself 19th on the WHS list at 21:43. “Pac” when they crossed the finish with a seventh-place time of 20:19. Other PB times were recorded by line en route to 15-50 wins over All of the times were particularly Ali Fetissoff at 22:14, Michele Cranford and Irvington on the 3.0- low because the course at Tamaques Madorma at 22:15, Melissa Richey mile course at Tamaques Park in is one tenth of a mile shorter than at 22:48, Marty Tracey at 22:52 and Westfield on October 12. The Devils Warinanco, but averaging in the ex- Liz Salemme, Tyne Duffy, Rachel David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times swept all seven of the top spots and tra length, the times were still im- Moloshok and Erin Cochren. NO. 1, ALL-TIME BLUE DEVIL…Blue Devil Lauren Caravello practices a all were personal best times. pressive. “Perhaps the euphoria from the Russian Spilt handstand on the balance beam. Lauren just set an all-time Collectively, those seven top times “They all ran super, but if you look Shore Coaches gives teams that extra David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times Westfield High School record with a 37.6 in the all-around against Old Bridge. averaged to be the fastest recorded at the front five average time, that momentum,” commented Hornish. SMOTHERING…Blue Devil Matt by any Westfield High School girls’ puts us right up there with Hunterdon “Very impressive. I’m amazed.” Andzell smothers the Farmer quar- L. CARAVELLO SETS WHS RECORD team in a single meet. And all seven Central and close to the top-three,” The double victory set Westfield’s terback. Andzell led the team with 16 placed in the WHS all-time top-20. pointed out Hornish. regular season winning streak at 66. tackles. Heading the list was senior Alexis But 14 more PB’s were to be re- The Blue Devil boys and girls will Anzelone, who placed herself sec- corded by the Blue Devil “Pac”. Fin- compete at the Watchung Confer- Devil Gymnasts Score ond on the WHS all-time list with a ishing 10th in the race was Margaret ence Tournament tomorrow at Farmers Blank spectacular time of 18:55 behind Brautigam at 20:58. Theresa Murphy Warinanco, beginning at 3:15. Cindy Best – that’s right! – Best, who State’s Highest Total recorded a time of 18:10 in 1982. Blue Devils, 13-0 “Lexie’s time was great! And our CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 Records were set by Westfield High but would have scored a WHS record intention (as a team) was to run School gymnast Lauren Caravello as on the beam if it were not for a 0.5 against the clock and to prepare for Again the WHS defense forced a she led the Blue Devils, who swept deduction for a fall which placed her the more rigorous upcoming meets,” third-and-short situation, and the the top-three scores in every event, to second at 9.2. She also placed third explained Blue Devil Head Coach Devils packed the middle, expecting a 109.25-95.6 victory over hosting on the floor and the unevens with Tom Hornish. a quarterback sneak or fullback Old Bridge on October 15. The Blue respective marks of 9.1 and 8.9. Her “Given the momentum we had Kenny Lewis up the middle. Instead, Devils’ team total was the highest in vault score was 8.7. from the Shore Coaches (Westfield Booker broke free toward the Union New Jersey to date and Caravello’s Kristen Valla, competing in three placed first) which has a more hilly sideline and raced 47 yards for a all-around total of 37.6 became the events, placed second on the floor, course, we wanted to improve our touchdown. highest in WHS history. unevens and vault with respective speed on the flatter courses like After several punts and a missed Lauren placed first in every event scores of 9.3, 8.95 and 8.9. Rachel Warinanco (Roselle),” said Hornish. Union field goal, Tranchina again and broke another WHS record by Skolnick qualified for the upcoming “We have the Conference, Sectionals reached into his bag of tricks. With scoring a 9.6 on the floor exercises. sectional tournament by taking third and Counties coming up there.” just over four minutes left and facing Her balance beam score was 9.55 and on the beam with a score of 8.4. She Kyle Legones crossed behind with a fourth-and-1 at the Westfield her totals on the uneven bars and vault also had an 8.65 on the floor and an Anzelone with a time of 19:35 which 29, the Devils lined up for a punt. But were 9.4 and 9.075, respectively. 8.175 on the unevens. Christine placed her sixth on the WHS list. snapper Mike Toth hiked the ball to Jessica Caravello finished second Massa placed third on the vault with Rachel Ackerman placed third at up-blocker Mercer, who dashed for- in the all-around with a total of 35.9 a mark of 8.85. 19:46, 11th on the WHS list, and ward five yards before fumbling. Sarah Mahran’s fourth-place time of Union recovered at the 33 and settled 19:55 placed her 12th on the WHS for another field goal by Andriola, list. Freshman Carolyn Harbaugh who nailed a school record 45-yard took fifth with a time of 20:01 and kick with 1:54 left for the final points. Westfield wasn’t finished yet. On David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times the ensuing kickoff, Matt Daly had a Hillsborough Tops WINNERS AT SECOND DOUBLES…Blue Devils Lianna Kong, left, and Alli Bennett won their doubles match with Montclair in the sectional tournament. 34-yard return the Westfield 46. MacDonald entered the game and Raider Gymnasts quickly found Jim McKeon for 42 A strong Hillsborough gymnastics Devil Netters Top yards to the Union 12. But two sacks team defeated the Scotch Plains- Vikings Tumble and an intentional grounding pen- Fanwood girls, 103.3-99.65, in Montclair, 4-1 alty put WHS in a fourth-and-38 Scotch Plains on October 12. Raider Lady Minutemen hole. MacDonald connected with The Westfield High School girls McKeon for 20 of the those yards, freshman Kyla Mendes finished third Viking Melanie Mitchell won the tennis team defeated Montclair, 4-1, in the all-around with a 34.9 total. all-around with a total of 32.5 to pace but fell short of a first down and the in the quarterfinals of the North Jer- game ended one “knee” later. Hillsborough star Kim Yates won the Union Catholic High School gym- sey, Section 2, Group 4 State Tourna- three individual events outright and nastics team to a 95-70.3 victory over The Blue Devils were limited to ment in Westfield on October 12. just 54 yards rushing but did have 97 shared top honors in the balance Elizabeth in Elizabeth on October 11. The Blue Devils improved to 10-7 beam with Mendes, both with scores The Vikings upped their record to 4-1. yards through the air. Andzell fin- while Montclair slipped to 13-3. ished with 16 tackles, followed by of 8.95. Melanie won sole first places on In an extremely tight match, Vault. — 1. Kim Yates (H) 8.95, 2. the floor exercises at 8.4 and the King and Mroz with 12 each, Vanessa Selbst edged Blue Devil Brinkman with 11 and Dodge with Marissa Van Cleef (H) 8.8, 3. Lindsay uneven bars at 7.9, and tied with her Brittany Miller, 7-5, 6-4, at first David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times eight. Church (SPF) 8.45 sister Valerie in the vault with a score singles. The rest belonged to West- FORWARD SPLIT HANDSTAND…Raider Jackie Tumolo controls a forward Bars — 1. Yates (H) 9.1, 2. Van Cleef Union (5-1) 0 3 7 3 13 split handstand on the balance beam prior to the meet with Hillsborough. of 8.5. Melanie also place second on field. Maggie Wei won her second (H) 8.95, 3. Church and Mendes (SPF) the balance beam with a mark of 7.7. Westfield (3-2) 0 0 0 0 0 8.85 singles match over Jessica Sarfati, 6- Valerie placed third on the bars 2, 6-0, and Danielle Coleman de- U: Andriola 21 field goal Beam — 1. Kyla Mendes (SPF) and U: Booker 47 run (Andriola kick) U. C. Vikings Baffle Raiders Thump Yates (H) 8.95, 3. Van Cleef (H) 8.7 with a score of 7.4 and in the all- feated Peyton Healy, 6-3, 6-4, at U: Andriola 45 field goal Floor — 1. Yates (H) 9.1, 2. Mendes around with a total of 30.3. Team- third singles. At first doubles, Erin Bulldogs, 15-4, 15-9 XC Tigers, 15-50 (SPF) 8.85, 3. Jen Agopsowicz (H) 8.7 mate Kim Drastura placed second in Corbett and Jen Phillips breezed past The eighth-ranked Union Catho- All-Around — 1. Yates (H) 36.05, 2. the all-around at 32.3, first on the Lauren Kessler and Steffi Asbero, 6- lic High School girls volleyball team The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Van Cleef (H) 35.1, 3. Mendes 34.9 beam at 8.0, second on the bars at 7.7 1, 6-1. Ali Bennett and Lianna Kong Devil Boys Battle baffled the Bulldogs from Jonathan School girls cross country team and the floor at 8.3, and third in the topped Katie VonHoffman and Kristin Dayton, 15-4, 15-9, in Springfield claimed the top-seven places it Devil ‘Pac’ ‘Klocks’ vault at 8.3. Zaccareo, 6-3, 6-1. Raiders to OT Tie on October 12. The Vikings boosted thumped Linden, 15-50, on the 3.1- their record to 13-1. mile course at Warinanco Park in XC Kardinals, 15-50 Raider XC Boys Top High School Football CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 Jennifer Monroy notched nine kills, Roselle on October 10. As always, the final whistle blew. Westfield stood senior Alyssa Sams led the pack, The Westfield High School girls OCTOBER 14: had eight service points and made cross country team stretched its un- Kardinals, 15-48 at 5-8-1 and the Raiders at 10-1-1. two blocks. Linda Dolansky ham- finishing in 21:58. Linden 27, Elizabeth 6 beaten dual meet record to 64 with a The 10-0 Scotch Plains-Fanwood The state football world had to sit After the game, Raider coach mered eight kills and had two blocks. Lindsay Curry at 23:35 and Michelle Breznitsky spoke candidly about the Marr at 23:38 finished second and 15-50 clocking of the Kearny boys cross country team continued to down after the Tigers ripped the roll with a 15-48 downing of the controversial call. “Quality referees PUBLIC NOTICE third, respectively, and Erin Kelly fol- Kardinals at the 3-mile Hudson fourth-ranked Minutemen. Greg County Park course on October 10. Kearny Kardinals at Warinanco Park Parker had a touchdown reception, a do not make those calls. The kids lowed at 23:42. Rachel Kurtter placed were robbed today by the officiating. SHERIFF’S SALE fifth in 24:06, Jillian DeMair was sixth Rachel Ackerman finished first in Roselle on October 13. Once again, 53-yard TD run and a 70-yard TD SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Raider Bob Wallden took the top spot, It’s a shame. We dominated them CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, at 24:07 and Kate Bereznak took sev- with a time of 19:49, Carolyn run. Harbaugh was second at 19:57 fol- finishing first with a time of 17:06. (Westfield) 90 percent of the match.” DOCKET NO. F-2724-00 enth with a time of 24:22. Elizabeth (5-1) 0 6 0 0 6 Coach George Kapner of West- FIRST UNION NATIONAL BANK, lowed by Jackie Cusimano, who re- Mike Dixon crossed second with a Linden (4-2) 0 7 6 14 27 PLAINTIFF vs. JAMCO, A NEW JERSEY PUBLIC NOTICE corded the same time. Sarah Mahran time of 17:18 followed by freshman field had kinder words for the offici- GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, JONATHAN Zack McGuire at 17:23 and Andrew New Providence 41, Brearley 7 ating as he said, “I had no problem COHEN, MURRAY COHEN, DEFEN- placed fourth at 20:10, Kyle Legones UNION COUNTY BOARD was fifth at 20:13 and Martta Elko also at 17:23. Matt Schimming Jon Scarpa rushed for 133 yards with the refs. We are a high school DANT. OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS and three TDs for the 5-0 Pioneers. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD McGlynn finished seventh at 20:46. took fifth at 17:36 and Greg Beelitz team; with high school playing, DATED AUGUST 07, 2000 FOR SALE OF Date Adopted: October 11, 2000 finished seventh with a time of 17:55. Brearley (1-4) 0 0 7 0 7 coaching, and refereeing, and that’s MORTGAGED PREMISES. Public Notice is hereby given that the PUBLIC NOTICE New Providence 7 14 7 13 41 fine.” By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders PUBLIC NOTICE In regards to the game, Coach tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by has awarded a contract without competitive SHERIFF’S SALE Cranford 22, East Side 7 public vendue, at the Union County Admin- bidding as a professional service or extraor- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SHERIFF’S SALE The Cougars finally got into the Kapner commented, “We played ex- istration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, win column. Chaz Curtis had a TD ceptionally well today. We didn’t Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and DOCKET NO. F-12828-99. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, reception and a 65-yard TD run. score goals, but we experimented WEDNESDAY THE 8TH DAY OF the resolution authorizing it is available for BANKERS TRUST COMPANY, AS DOCKET NO. F-12439-97. with a lot of different players and NOVEMBER A.D., 2000 at two o’clock in public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of TRUSTEE OF AMERSCO RESIDENTIAL FIRST UNION NATIONAL BANK, SUC- East Side (0-6) 7 0 0 0 0 the afternoon of said day. All successful the Board. SECURITIES CORPORATION MORT- CESSOR IN INTEREST TO FIRST FI- Cranford (1-5) 8 0 6 8 22 seemed to have found an answer that bidders must have 20% of their bid available RESOLUTION NO.: 1127-2000 GAGE LOAN TRUST 1998-1 UNDER THE DELITY BANK, NATIONAL ASSOC. NEW works.” in cash or certified check at the conclusion AWARDED TO: Harbor Consultants Inc., POOLING AND SERVICING AGREE- JERSEY, PLAINTIFF vs. JAMES J. PUBLIC NOTICE of the sales. 320 North Avenue East, Cranford, New Jer- MENT DATED AS OF FEBRUARY 1, 1998, MURPHY, HIS HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PUBLIC NOTICE The judgment amount is SIX-HUNDRED sey. PLAINTIFF vs. DONALD W. GABLE, DE- PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, DE- SHERIFF’S SALE TWENTY NINE THOUSAND ONE-HUN- SERVICES: For professional engineer- FENDANT. FENDANT. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SHERIFF’S SALE DRED SEVENTY NINE & 26/100 ing and land surveying services to create a CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, (629,179.26). mapping system to monitor sex offenders in DATED JULY 17, 2000 FOR SALE OF DATED MAY 18, 2000 FOR SALE OF DOCKET NO. F-6701-00. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, RE: FIRST UNION NATIONAL BANK Union County. MORTGAGED PREMISES. MORTGAGED PREMISES. COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC., DOCKET NO. F- L3194-97. VS. JAMCO, a New Jersey General Part- COST: Not to exceed $29,700. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- PLAINTIFF vs. GUILLERMO YEMI, ET AL, ELIZABETH GENERAL MEDICAL CEN- nership, et als. M. Elizabeth Genievich tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by DEFENDANT. TER, A NONPROFIT CORP OF THE DOCKET NO.: F-2724-00. Clerk of the Board public vendue, at the Union County Admin- public vendue, at the Union County Admin- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, PLAINTIFF vs. MUNICIPALITY: CITY OF ELIZABETH. 1 T – 10/19/00, The Leader Fee: $22.44 istration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown istration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown DATED AUGUST 15, 2000 FOR SALE OF EVA HUETHER, DEFENDANT. COUNTY AND STATE: UNION Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNES- Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on MORTGAGED PREMISES. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, COUNTY, NEW JERSEY. PUBLIC NOTICE DAY THE 25TH DAY OF OCTOBER A.D., WEDNESDAY THE 1ST DAY OF By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- DATED AUGUST 4, 2000 FOR SALE OF STREET & STREET NO.: 440-450 2000 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said NOVEMBER A.D., 2000 at two o’clock in tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by MORTGAGED PREMISES. YORK STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JER- TOWN OF WESTFIELD day. All successful bidders must have 20% the afternoon of said day. All successful public vendue, at the Union County Admin- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- SEY. of their bid available in cash or certified bidders must have 20% of their bid available istration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by INVITATION TO BID TAX LOT & BLOCK NO.: LOT NO. 1 IN check at the conclusion of the sales. in cash or certified check at the conclusion Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on public vendue, at the Union County Admin- BLOCK NO. 998.A ON THE TAX MAP OF SEALED PROPOSALS WILL BE RE- The judgment amount is $162,497.77. of the sales. WEDNESDAY THE 1ST DAY OF istration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown THE CITY OF ELIZABETH, UNION CEIVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL The property to be sold is located in the The judgment amount is $151,398.88. NOVEMBER A.D., 2000 at two o’clock in Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on COUNTY, NEW JERSEY. OF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD AT THE CITY of ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY All that certain lot, tract or parcel of land the afternoon of said day. All successful WEDNESDAY THE 1ST DAY OF OUTSTANDING TAXES: APPROXI- MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 425 EAST 07202, County of UNION and State of New and premises, situated, and being in the bidders must have 20% of their bid available NOVEMBER A.D., 2000 at two o’clock in MATELY $20,600.00 DUE AS OF AUGUST BROAD STREET, WESTFIELD, NEW Jersey. Borough of Mountainside in the County of in cash or certified check at the conclusion the afternoon of said day. All successful 24, 2000 TOGETHER WITH A THIRD JERSEY, ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 6, Commonly known as: 213 SOUTH Union and State of New Jersey, more par- of the sales. bidders must have 20% of their bid available PARTY LIEN IN THE APPROXIMATE 2000 AT 10:00 A.M, PREVAILING TIME STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY ticularly described herein. The judgment amount is $175,464.92. in cash or certified check at the conclusion AMOUNT OF $163,000.00* FOR THE RENTAL OF EQUIPMENT FOR 07202. Lots No. 1 and 2, both inclusive, Block No. MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth. of the sales. DIMENSIONS: IRREGULAR, APPROXI- PLOWING AND HAULING SNOW FROM Tax Lot No. 1155 in Block No. 9. 24-F as shown on the official Tax Atlas of the COUNTY: UNION STATE OF NEW The judgment amount is $89,398.00. MATELY 150.0 FEET X 500.0 FEET X THE STREETS, WALKWAYS AND PARK- Dimension of Lot: approximately 24 feet Borough of Mountainside, a copy of which is JERSEY. The property to be sold is located in the 154.56 FEET X 500.02 FEET. ING LOTS IN THE TOWN OF WEST- wide by 120 feet long. on file in the office of the Register of the STREET AND STREET NO.: 19 Dela- City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State NEAREST CROSS STREET: DOWD FIELD. EQUIPMENT TO BE RENTED ON Nearest Cross Street: Second Avenue. County of Union. ware Street. of New Jersey. AVENUE. AN HOURLY BASIS WITH OPERATOR, Situate at a point on the northwesterly Being known and designated as Lot No. 1, TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK: 5, LOT: Known as Lot No. 760, Block No. 9 on the *All figures quoted are subject to verifica- INCLUDES DUMP TRUCKS, (TWO AXLE sideline of South Street distance approxi- 2 in Block 24F on the Mountainside Borough 198. Tax Map of the City of Elizabeth. tion by any interested parties. TANDEM) FRONT END LOADERS, BULL- mately 156.50 feet southwesterly from its Tax Map. DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 100 feet x 50 Being the premises commonly known as There is due approximately the sum of DOZERS AND GRADERS. intersection with the southwesterly sideline Also known as 152 Mill Lane, feet. 149 Jefferson Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jer- SIX-HUNDRED FIFTY SEVEN THOU- BIDDERS MUST COMPLY WITH ALL of Second Street. Mountainside, New Jersey 07092. NEAREST CROSS STREET: 100 feet sey. SAND NINE-HUNDRED THIRTY THREE PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 127 PL 1975 There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of from Merritt Avenue. There is due approximately the sum of & 67/100 ($657,933.67) together with lawful SUPPLEMENT TO THE LAW AGAINST $183,803.02 together with lawful interest $164,003.98 together with lawful interest There is due approximately the sum of $110,671.12 together with lawful interest interest and costs. DISCRIMINATION (AFFIRMATIVE AC- and costs. and costs. $183,670.99 together with lawful interest and costs. There is a full legal description on file in TION). There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in and costs. There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. SPECIFICATIONS MAY BE SEEN OR the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn PROCURED AT THE OFFICE OF THE The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. TOWN ENGINEER, PUBLIC WORKS this sale. this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH CENTER, 959 NORTH AVENUE WEST, RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY. SHERIFF SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF MCCARTER & ENGLISH,LLP ATTOR- THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL RESERVE FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C., DASTI, MURPHY, WELLERSON & SHERIFF LINDABURY, MCCORMICK & NEYS AT LAW THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL Attorney MCGUCKIN, Attorney WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR., Attorney ESTABROOK P.C., Attorney Four Gateway Center BIDS, IF IN THE INTEREST OF THE Suite 201 620 West Lacey Road 737 Stokes Road 53 Cardinal Drive 100 Mulberry St. P.O. 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On will happen.” the kickoff, Raider special teams man The remainder of the game was Mike Wilson made a crushing tackle played by the Raiders’ reserves. Dur- on the 13. A few plays later, ing that time, halfback Rowland Finklestein created another huge echo Adeyemo rolled off 45 yards on seven as Knight fell. The result was a punt carries. The Blue Knights finally which was fielded by Kyle Adams on scored a TD with 3:43 remaining a fair catch at the 37. Five plays later, when Andre Francis pushed in from with 1:38 left in the quarter, Fresh- the two. Then a two-point conver- water smashed forward two yards, sion was fumbled in the endzone but upping the score to 42-0. recovered by the Knights. Commenting on the cracking de- “We got all of our young kids in fensive plays, Ciccotelli said, “We’re the game,” said Raider Head Coach playing harder now. I think early in Steve Ciccotelli. “and they played David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times the year, we weren’t playing hard. well.” NOTCHING ANOTHER KILL…Blue Devil Kelly Masterson notches another We got that across to them and they The Raiders will host Kearny Sat- kill en route to five kills against the Lady Minutemen. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times are playing hard every snap. If you urday at 1:30. IN FOR THE TOUCHDOWN…Brian Schiller, No. 15, scores his second play hard every snap, good things Irvington 0 0 0 8 8 touchdown of the game on a keeper against the Blue Knights. The Raiders felled Blue Devil V’ballers Ace Elizabeth Sc Pln-Fanwood 0 21 21 0 42 the Blue Knights 42-8. The Westfield High School girls volleyball team boosted its record to 10- H. S. Boys Soccer 2 with a, 15-4, 15-7, victory over Elizabeth in Westfield on October 13. Senior MORONEY NETS THREE TDS, FINDLAY GETS TWO Patty Oslislo was on the mark as she had 10 service points with three aces. County Tourney: Oddly, the Lady Minutemen jumped out to a 3-0 lead in game one, but the door was soon slammed by the Blue Devils. Kelly Masterson, who OCTOBER 14: finished with a team-leading five kills, went on a killing rampage and Westfield 1, Brearley 0 Rahway Indians Hold Back Oslislo served up the final five points. The seventh-seeded Blue Devils The opposite occurred in game two where the Blue Devils surged to a 7- got the wining goal from Dave 0 lead but lost intensity and allowed the Lady Minutemen to creep Santoriello. somewhat back into the game. Once the score reached 11-7, the Blue Devils Brearley (6-4-1) 0 0 0 Westfield (6-8-1) 0 1 1 G. L. Highlanders, 34-32 rattled off the final four points. Lisa Vinesia finished with six service points and three kills. Westfield Scotch Plains-Fanwood 4, Jonathan received the third seed for the upcoming Union County Tournament and Dayton 0 By FRED LECOMTE territory all evening. Coughlin, Tom Robina and company, look forward to a rematch with second-seeded Cranford in the semifinals. Andrew Babicz rippled the net Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times The Highlanders, possessed with the Highlanders marched to the In- three times for the top-seeded Raid- In one of the most exciting and intensity and determination, drove dian 10 where Moroney glided for ers. Mike Zotti had a goal and two hold your breath type of games, the 76 yards on three plays to the 17. the TD. The two-point conversion assists and Ryan Breznitsky and Ray Governor Livingston Highlander Then senior quarterback Rob Findlay, pass from Findlay to Moroney was DiNizo each added an assist. football team went home somewhat with excellent blocking, blasted his perfect. disappointed as they failed to tie the Dayton (5-7-1) 0 0 0 way on a keeper for the touchdown With a 28-20 game and a victory Sc Plns-Fnwd (11-1-1) 1 3 4 game on the very last play in Rahway with 10:15 left in the first quarter. still in sight, containment was the on October 13. The 2-2 Indians sur- Rahway senior back Freddy Carr word, as the Highlander defenders Governor Livingston 5, Union vived and won 34-32. The Indians Catholic 1 battered his way deep into High- dug in and executed to perfection. rolled off 402 yards on the ground. lander territory. Then with the ball Junior defensive end Dan Legiec Matt Sidie had two goals for the The 1-4 Highlanders amassed 187 fifth-seeded, 10-3, Highlanders. resting on the five, Carr swept left for stripped the ball away and Moroney rushing yards including 76 yards the with 2:06 left. The two-point recovered it and dashed 10-yards for Bryan Smith netted a goal for the through the air. Vikings. conversion was good. the touchdown. Junior Marty Moroney was out- Early in the second quarter, Findlay With the score 28-26 and 1:12 Union Catholic 1 0 1 standing, accounting for three final- remaining, Indian Dan Garay romped Gov. Livingston 2 3 5 marched the Highlanders downfield quarter touchdowns. Sophomore highlighted by 20 yard pass recep- 32 yards for a TD, virtually insuring A. L. Johnson 4, Roselle Park 0 Marcello Cavallero had an outstand- tion to Mike Fullowan. Two plays a Rahway victory. But it was not Matt Andrews had two goals for ing kicking game, forcing the Indi- later, Finday scored on a keeper, over. With 58 ticks remaining, a per- the third-seeded Crusaders. ans to operate from deep in their pushing GL’s lead to 12-6. sonal foul by the Indians gave the The Indians wasted no time, as Highlanders possession on the In- senior Luidgi Pierre scampered un- dian 13. A few plays later, Findlay Lady Soccer Vikings Tie touched for a 29-yard TD. Less than passed complete to Moroney for an three minutes later, Carr smoked eight-yard TD. The two-point con- through a host of Highlander defend- version failed. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Crusaders, 2-2, Ridge, 1-1 ers for a 63-yard TD to give Rahway After the game Moroney com- SETTING UP THE RETURN…Raider Katie Church, No. 14, prepares to set up the volleyball in the game against Union on October 12. After winning the first The seventh-ranked Union Catho- in a loose ball to give the Vikings a 1- a 20-12 lead at the half. mented, “Our entire offensive line game, 15-9, the Raiders dropped the next two games, 15-11, 15-9. lic High School girls soccer team 0 lead in the first half but Red Devil In the third quarter, Carr sprinted was just awesome, running back received a bit of a shock from the A. Ashley Hawkins on an assist from 28-yards in the end zone for his third Brian Dressel made things happen L. Johnson girls as they dueled to a 2- Katie Finazzo tied the score to send TD. Ray Matthews’ two-point con- for us. They kept their focus on him, 2 overtime tie in Scotch Plains on the game into overtime. Donnan had version upped the score to 28-12. but could not contain him, as he Lady Devils Paralyze October 10. Then on October 12 in 14 saves. Ridge’s record shifted to The Highlanders made a remark- opened up the holes for us at will.” Basking Ridge, the Vikings battled 11-1-1. able and memorable comeback in The Highlanders will travel to 0-5 Jonathan Dayton on Saturday, Octo- to a 1-1 tie with the eighth-ranked Johnson (4-4-2) 0 2 0 0 2 the fourth quarter as they rallied for Columbia Gymnasts Ridge Red Devils. Union Catholic 2 0 0 0 2 three touchdowns, all scored by ber 21. After being down 2-0, the Crusad- Union Catholic 1 0 0 0 1 Moroney. Behind the excellent block- Gov Livingston 6 6 0 20 32 ers scored two second-half goals to ing of Mark Felezzola, Shawn Rahway 8 12 8 6 34 Victory came quite easy for the The Blue Devils captured the top- Ridge 0 1 0 0 1 Westfield High School gymnastics girls send the game into overtime. The three spots in every event and Jessica two Jessicas, Ballweg and Cardenas as they grabbed their 30th-straight dual took top honors in the vault with an meet victory by paralyzing Columbia, each netted a goal to give the Vikings Largest School in North Jersey 8,8 and in the floor exercises with a a 2-0 lead at the half. Crusader Lind- 104.65-88.95, in Westfield on October superb 9.4, tied for first with her 11. Junior Jessica Caravello led the say Spagnoli scored first on an assist Come In and See sister Lauren in the uneven bars with from Caitlin Brennan, then Gabby Blue Devils by winning the all-around scores of 8.75 and placed second to with a total of 35.7. White assisted Brennan on the tying Lauren, who scored 8.8, on the bal- goal. Keeper Katie Donnan had 12 What the Latest ance bean with a score of 8.75. saves for the 11-0-1 Vikings. H. S. Girls Soccer Lauren was second on the vault At Ridge, Ballweg alertly tapped with a mark of 8.6 followed by senior “BUZZ” Regular Season: Christina Massa at 8.4. Freshman Kristen Valla scored an 8.8 on the OCTOBER 11: floor to take second and scored an HS Field Hockey: Is All About Scotch Plains-Fanwood (6-4) 8, 8.55 on the beam to finish third. OCTOBER 10: Irvington (1-9) 0 Sophomore Rachel Skolnick placed Ridge 4, Governor Livingston 1 Jill Koscielecki had a big day with third on the floor with an 8.3. Allison DeVito scored the lone DON’T WAIT: COME SEE two goals and four assists. Eryn Vault. — 1. Jessica Caravello, 8.8, 2. Highlander goal. Bushinger had flickered the net twice L. Caravello, 8.6, 3. Massa, 8.4 Ridge (7-1-1) 1 3 4 IF IT WORKS FOR YOU! and Stephanie Heath, Rene Zidonik, Bars — 1. J. and L. Caravello, 8.75, 3. Gov. Livingston 0 1 1 Lauren Bianco and Jodi Fiorino Valla, 8.5 OCTOBER 12: Why put it off? Be the best you can be starting right scored one goal apiece. Also Heath Beam — 1. L. Caravello, 8.8, 2. J. now or get your child started on the road to self dis- had two assists and Zidonik and Caravello, 8.75, 3. Valla, 8.55 Mount St. Mary 5, Governor Belford added one each. Floor — 1. J. Caravello, 9.4, 2. Valla, Livingston 0 covery that will make every stage in life easier. 8.8, 3. R. Skolnick, 8.3 Sc Plns-Fanwood 4 4 8 Gov Livingston (2-8-1) 0 0 0 All-Around — 1. J. Caravello, 35.7 Mt. S. Mary (5-5) 1 4 5 East Brunswick 0 0 0 • Numerous Classes Offered Daily H. S. Boys Soccer To Fit Everyone’s Busy Schedule! Regular Season: • New!! Lunchtime Classes • Special Classes for Ages 4-6 OCTOBER 10: Governor Livingston 1, Hillside 0 Highlander Jake DiIorio struck gold in the second half to ice the 6-5 Comets. Keeper Brent Heyden IT WORKED FOR ME! notched his fifth shutout for 8-3 G. L. Roxanne Dunn It Can Work For You! A. L. Johnson 3, Union Catholic 0 Program Director Matt Andrews had a goal and an assist and brothers Ryan and Jason Personalized Best both nailed a goal for the 8-2-1 Curriculum by Crusaders. The Vikings slipped to 2-6. OCTOBER 11: MASTER – JEFF DUNN Scotch Plains-Fanwood 5, – ROXANNE DUNN Irvington 0 Mike Zotti netted the hat trick – 3 NEW!!! Join The goals – and Dan Gaetano and Brett Bushinger each added a goal. Zotti, Little Dragons Dave Sigmon and Ryan Breznitsky 20 Years of Civil Trial & Personal Injury each had an assist. Keeper Brad Saturday Classes Lowyns picked up his 10th shutout. Law Experience . Ages 4 thru 6 Irvington (6-5) 0 0 0 Sc Plns-Fanwood 3 2 5 Personal Injury & TAE KWON DO Union 3, Westfield 2 Doug Minarik and Anthony Negligence Law KOREAN MARTIAL ART Tomaso both scored for the 5-8 Blue Devils but Mike Fernandes scored in Jon M. Bramnick JHOON RHEE SYSTEM the final two minutes to give the 8-3 Certified Trial Attorney Farmers the win. John C Rodriguez CARDIO KICKBOXING Westfield 0 2 2 East Brunswick 1 2 3 Stephanie Ann Mitterhoff NON-CONTACT Karen Pati of Cranford OCTOBER 12: MARTIAL ART FITNESS Governor Livingston 5, Roselle of Counsel Clarence A. Abramson Catholic 2 Lost 136 lbs The Highlanders upped its record to 9-3 and were led by forward Dan Law Offices of Drake who netted two goals. 753 Boulevard, Kenilworth Roselle Cath (2-6-2) 0 2 2 Jon M. Bramnick Gov. Livingston 5 0 5 1827 East Second Street 908-241-0066 Ridge 3, Union Catholic 1 Scotch Plains, NJ Mike Gudzy scored the Vikings’ TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR... only goal. 908-322-7000 http://members.home.com/karate-world Ridge (8-4) 2 1 3 Union Catholic 0 1 1 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 16 Thursday, October 19, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Scotch Plains Day Festival Five-Mile Race Results: In conjunction a flea market, Health 1. Albert Meyer (Mp) (38:03), 2. Keith Fair, and many other activities, the Scotch Ferguson (SP) (42:16), 3. Alfred Rees Plains Recreation Commission and the (SP) (49 57) Scotch Plains Business & Professional 60 and over Age Group: 1. David Burke (SP) (39:48), 2. Abu Said Organization held a five-mile race. David (SP) (55:26). Gates of Westfield was the first runner to cross the finish line with a time of Times by Age Group (Females) 32:12. The best overall female was Nancy 20-24 Age Group: Cohen of Cranford at 35:00. Brian Du- 1. Susana Bama (SP) (35.46) 30-34 Age Group: eler, timed at 34:38, was presented with 1. Denise Stevens (SP) (35:20) she Mayor’s Trophy as the first Scotch 35-39 Age Group: Plains resident to cross the finish line. 1. Ann Earl (SP) (35:40), 2. Debbie Close Town Signification: (SP) (39:08), 3. Donna Kennedy (SP) (40:39) UNION COUNTY 60+ SOFTBALL CHAMPS…Pioneer Transport, pictured, Scotch Plains (SP), Fanwood (F), 40-44 Age Group: left to right, are: kneeling; Charles Brown, Norm Stumpf, Tony Menafro, Lou Westfield (W), Edison (E), East 1. Susan Patla (Matawan) (37:37), 2. Su- Melillo, Art Kopacz, Bill Richie, Bob Canales, Jim Steiner and Ed Malko; Brunswick (EB), New Providence san Graff (F) (38:10), 3. Pat Hambleton standing, Sy Feingold, George Merlo, John McCarthy, Ralph DelVecchio, Ed (NP), Middlesex (MX) (SP) (39:26). Ganczewski, Don Robertson and Dom Deo. 45-49 Age Group: Times by Age Group (Males) 1. Lena Hollman (SP) (35:56), 2. Irene 19 & under: 1. Christian Hambleton David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Bartels (SP) (49:03) ABOUT TO BREAK AWAY…Blue Devil Susan Hinds, No. 13, begins to beat a (34:47) (SP), 2. Dan Rager (39:25) (SP). 50-54 Age Group: Perth Amboy Intercepts Farmer to the ball. Hinds got to the ball first, took it downfield and passed inside. 25-29 Age Group: 1. John Friebely (SP) 1. Joann Come (Somerset) (43:46), 2. 34:48. Jeannie Fulford (F) (48:25) 30-34 Age Group: 1. Scott Blur (35:10), 2. Michael Novack (35:16), 3. William All runners were eligible for drawings Westfield PAL ‘D’, 20-13 Stevens (36 14) all of SP. for gift certificates donated by Apple 35-39 Age Group: Westfield PAL “D” combined Blue run, making the score 13-6. Before half- Lady Devils Drag High School Blossom Flower Shop, John’s Meat and White squads faced Perth Amboy time, Joe Porchetta contributed some 1. Patrick Scallop (E) 32:37, 2. Brian Market, Cozy Corner Quilt Shop, Scotch Dutter (SP) (34:38), 3. Brian Levine (W) away on October 14 and were edged, 20- sweet runs and Zachary Helfand caught Farmers to Tie (35:53). Plains Music Center and Nuts n’ Plenty. 13. It was a well fought match until the a bomb to gain yardage. Girls Tennis: 40-44 Age Group: Lucky winners were Ann Earl, Denise end when QB Kevin Neland, threw a The Blue Devils held Perth Amboy on CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 1. Raymond O’Donnell (SP) (36:42), 2. Stevens, Tom Atkins, David Burke and pass which was intercepted and resulted its first possession. But on the second OCTOBER 10: William Spach (Ashburn, Va.) (37:22), 3. Kenneth Hetzel. in Perth Amboy’s winning TD. possession, Perth Amboy evened the score broke away down the left sideline, Governor Livingston 5, A. L. Tom Meagher (NP) (37:11). The Scotch Plains High School Michael Phillips’ TD run put the Blue 13-13 with a long TD run. Evan Rosenberg, outrunning the defender, did a stutter 45-49 Age Group: R.O.T.C., under the leadership of Chief Johnson 0 1. Chuck Krajcsik (SP) (47:49). Devils ahead, 6-0, on their first posses- Colin MacKay and Brandon Rolnick step as the defender ran by, hooked 1st singles: Jen Calabrese won, 6-0, Marion Terry, the Scotch Plains and sion. On their second possession, the fought hard for yardage in the Blue Devils 50-54 Age Group: Fanwood Police Departments, Recreation toward the goal and crossed to Stacy 6-0 1. Eric Deger (EB) (36:05), 2. Tom Atkins offensive line created nice holes, allow- final set of downs, but Perth Amboy’s TD Spass near the box, who in turn drilled 2nd singles: Kristen Turturiello won, (SP) (37:21), 3. Larry Golis (Mx) (38:18). Commission staff and local residents ing Craig Dyer to run across the line and interception ended the game. a shot which just missed. 6-1, 6-0 Males volunteered for assistance with traffic chalk up another six points. Travis Cassett Westfield PAL “D”- White hosts 3rd singles: Stephanie Rude won, 6- control, registration and race routing. With just seconds left in the sec- 55-59 Age Group: ran successfully for the extra point. Scotch Plains this Sunday and “D” Blue 1, 6-0 plays Berkeley Heights away. ond overtime, Hinds slipped into the 1st doubles: Lauren Whritenhaur and Perth Amboy followed with a long TD center, about 16 yards from the goal, Jessica Bong won, 6-1, 6-1 and booted a shot which was tipped, 2nd doubles: Olivia Baniuszewicz sending the ball wide right. and Maya Monro won, 8-2 SPFHS Boosters Support “Yes, I was right there but I didn’t OCTOBER 11: know exactly where I was posi- Summit 3, Westfield 2 tioned,” explained Hinds of her over- Erin Corbett and Jen Phillips won Activities of All athletes time shot. their first doubles match, 6-2, 6-0, The SPFHS Blue Raiders Athletic -- money for the purchase of a water Considering what more she and and second singles players Ali Booster Club is an organization that sup- fountain to be used at the track her teammates needed to do, Hinds Bennett and Lianna Kong won, 6- ports the activities of the athletes/stu- The Boosters also provide at least four replied, “We were all working to- 1, 6-1. dents at SPFHS. The Boosters represents scholarships each year, award letters to gether, but we just weren’t doing Scotch Plains-Fanwood 5, all sports at the High School and last year all Varsity athletes, host the three Sports what we were supposed to do. I be- was able to contribute to many of them. Awards Nights and the Senior Awards Irvington 0 After raising over $7,000 last year, Night, and they hope that this year that lieve we have to focus more and 1st singles: Danielle Fallon won, 6-1, the Boosters were able to donate: they can provide more equipment to the finish.” 6-0 -- money to purchase equipment for teams at the High School. Westfield’s record shifted to 8-3-2 2nd singles: Sharon Opila won, 6-0, the Athletic Trainer 6-0 They are just short of 100 members and Union’s shifted to 6-3-1. 3rd singles: Jessica Park won forfeit --money to boy’s basketball for a sum- and would like all parents to become a mer league member of the SPFHS Athletic Booster 1st doubles: Katherine Walker and -- money to the girl’s basketball for a Jenny Harrison won, 6-1, 6-0 basketball trip Club. The membership is $20 per family H. S. Girls Soccer 2nd doubles: Kristen Simberg and -- money to purchase equipment for and can be sent to: SPFHS Raiders Jen O’Brien won, 6-0, 6-1 the football team, the boy’s and girl’s Booster Club c/o Kathie Watson 32 County Tourney: OCTOBER 12: soccer teams, and the boy’s and girl’s Arlene Court, Fanwood, 07023. tennis teams All are also welcome to come to the OCTOBER 13: Scotch Plains-Fanwood 4, Eliza- beth 1 -- money to purchase a banner for the meetings which are held in the High School Scotch Plains-Fanwood 1, Oak swim team in the Multi-Purpose Room, the second 1st singles: Elizabeth Pilkington BREAKING THROUGH THE DEFENSE…Westfield PAL C running back Gil -- money for plaques for wrestling Knoll 0 (SPF) won, 6-0, 6-1 Chapman, No. 38, bursts through the Springfield defense for a gain. Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Kerri Quinn on an assist from Kellie 2nd singles: Gail Hannigan (SPF) LaForge scored midway through the won, 6-0, 6-0 first half. Keeper Lauren Bianco had 3rd singles: Veronica Villegas (E) d. Kristen Simberg, 3-6, 6-1, 6-3 Springfield Stymies Soccer Warriors Tip Killer Bees Sting Twice; six saves for the 7-4 Raiders. Kate 1st doubles: Katherine Walker and Abramson had 14 saves for the Royals. Jenny Harrison (SPF) won, 6-2, 6-1 Westfield PAL ‘C’ Livingston U11, 6-0 Oak Knoll (5-5) 0 0 0 2nd doubles: Jen O’Brien and Jessica The SP-F Warriors U11 inter-city soc- Douse Flames, Lightning Sc Plns-Fanwood 1 0 1 Park (SPF) won, 6-0, 6-0 The Blue Devils experienced their first loss, falling 6-0, to Springfield on cer team secured their first league vic- The Westfield Killer Bees, an U14 passes by halfback Dana Spass and well- Union 1, Governor Livingston 0 OCTOBER 13: October 15. Strong defensive play ruled tory by soundly defeating Livingston 6- girls soccer team, remain undefeated timed attacks by forward Caroline Farmer Sue Pimenpa scored late in Union Catholic 4, Roselle Catho- the game. 0 on October 8. The Warriors were an after stinging the West Windsor Flames, Cariste. Westfield added the final goal Westfield had only one possession in offensive machine for the entire game. 3-0, on October 14, then stopping the as left wing Siwulec intercepted a Flame the second half. lic 1 Michael DeVizio scored in the first 1st singles: Angela Wiggs won for- the first quarter which resulted in a punt Rahway Lightning, 1-0, on Sunday. pass and drove it into the net. OCTOBER 14: feit by Danny Dickson. Great tackles by minutes of the game. Next, Tyler Stanek’s Against the Flames, attackers Jenna Against the Lightning, the top offen- Cranford 6, Roselle Catholic 0 2nd singles: Dana Boyer won, 7-5, 1- Michael McCrea, Zach Deegan and Nick shot just missed the top but seconds Federgreen, Ann Siwulec and Stephanie sive team in the flight, the Bees scored The top-seeded, 12-0, Cougars 6, 7-5 DelPopolo kept Springfield scoreless. later, he placed the ball into the Bridgman ruled the left side. Bridgman, the only goal when halfback Elkoury rolled over the Lions with two goals 3rd singles: Christine Brzezicka won, Springfield managed to score on their Livingston goal. Center halfback Daniel using a series of pullbacks and turns passed into the corner that Bridgman 6-4, 6-0 first drive in the second quarter. Patrick LiVolsi drilled and 18-yarder that was consistently beat her defender to send chipped to striker Cariste, who finished and an assist from Sue Flamini. 1st doubles: Maureen Maggi and Alex blocked by the keeper. Farawell won, 6-2, 7-5 Stanley and Charlie Read stopped the solid crosses and shots on goal. In the with a perfect one-touch shot into the Westfield 1, Rahway 0 two-point attempt. Springfield later in- Livingston rebounded but Rob first quarter, Aly Carter crossed to corner of the net. Solid play by defenders 2nd doubles: Laura Boes and Sheri Cunninham stole the ball, took it Susan Hinds scored the winner for Jones fell, 6-4, 7-5 tercepted a pass but outstanding defen- Bridgman who rocketed a shot into the Emily MacNeil, Justine Palme, Jessica the third-seeded Blue Devils. sive play by McCrea, Deegan and downfield and perfectly centered the net. Later, striker Lauren Campo set up Schor, Lizzie MacKay and Megan Fowler DelPopolo halted Springfield. ball on. Next, Halfback Brian Hessmer Bridgman for her second score. held the Lightning to just six shots on Rahway (3-9) 0 0 0 drove through two defenders and scored. Westfield (9-3-2) 0 1 1 Highlanders Ice Westfield woke up and picked up Highlights included outstanding de- goal, which keepers Jessie Elkoury and four first downs in the third quarter; Defender Bryan Dougher made a per- fense at stopper by Elsa Warner, quality Tara O’Donahue saved. Union Catholic 9, Brearley 0 however, a fumble ended the drive. fect header to stop a Livingston drive. The second-seeded Vikings routed Lady Comets, 5-0 McCrea, Stanley and Matthew Ince Timmy Lieschner closed the first half the Bears. Sophomore Rebecca Babicz The Governor Livingston High dominated defensely. with a goal to make it 4-0. netted three goals. Pam Seiple and School girls soccer team boosted Westfield’s offense was only able to Kyle Mihansky led the action early in gain short yardage during their two the second half as he drove the ball into Kate Seamon nailed two goals each. its record to 6-5-1 with a 5-0 icing Livinston territory. Then left wing Evan Brearley (2-8) 0 0 0 of the Hillside Comets in Hillside final possessions. Defensive players Ed Kane, Joe Vall-Llobera, Kyle Aspel quickly scored and DeVizio added Union Cath (12-0-2) 5 4 9 on October 10. the final goal. Halfback Bryan Meridith Keeper Kathleen Dreitlein had Wright, Christian Thomsen, Robert Kent Place 5, Roselle Park 2, OT Witkowski and Kyle Zetounian kept pounded a 20-yard shot that was just Katie Gandolfo scored two goals five saves and recorded her sixth Springfield scoreless in the fourth. blocked. Warrior goalie Jarek Cohen held for Kent Place. shutout. In addition to an own goal, On Sunday, October 22, PAL “C” off a final Livingston drive. Halfback Meagan Butler, Margy Goodspeed, will play home against Scotch Plains. Tommy Sutter pressured the Livingston Summit 3, Linden 0 Katie Gotto and Allison Smith each domain with his powerful foot. Karen Jann netted her 14th goals scored a goal. of the season for the Hilltoppers. ‘Karate World’ Hosts

Martial Arts Challenge UNION COUNTY 50+ SOFTBALL CHAMPS…The Office won the Division 2 Crown. Pictured, left to right, are: kneeling; Tony Oliva, Teo Fernandez, On September 24, martial art students “We know it’s difficult at times for Howard Smith, Dennis Kosowicz, Blair Rush, Armand Salvati, Jerry Permoulie from New Jersey and New York came parents to send their children across the and Chip Weiss; standing, Lou Koehler, Tom McNulty, Art Wesley, Gerry together for the New Jersey Martial Arts United States, or overseas to compete, Halfpenny, John Weiss, Larry Rehak, Jim Donnelly and Ken Dunbar. Challenge in front of a capacity crowd at so this gave us a great way to raise Brearley High School in Kenilworth. money while having a fun time.” said The tournament is sanctioned by the Master Jeff Dunn. Amateur Athletic Union and a Team “Each year we hope to raise more and USA Qualifier. more for each of these dedicated stu- SP-F Soccer Jazz Jolts “You could feel the energy in the air dents who sacrifice so much to be at the as you walked into the gymnasium,” level of training they have attained. These quoted Roxanne Dunn of Karate World competitors are here almost every day Wolves, Berkeley Heights in Kenilworth. for several hours a day. They are very All gold, silver and bronze medalists focused and put a lot of heart into their The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Jazz girls passed to Staci Goldberg, who directed qualified to be a part of Team USA, training. The least thing we want them to inter-city soccer team picked up back- the ball to Meaghan Kelly on the right. representing the United States in Cancun worry about is the financial backing to-back wins this past weekend to im- Kelly rifled the ball into the net. this January. when it’s time to compete,” said Ms. prove their record to 6-0 with a 4-1 win The Jazz got their next goal on a The Challenge was also an opportu- Dunn. over the hosting Watchung Hills Wolves deflection. Shannon Hauser dug the ball nity to raise money for Karate World’s The division that seemed to catch and a 2-0 win over Berkeley Heights. out of the left corner and passed into the national and international competitors. everyone’s eye, was the Mighty Might’s On Saturday, against the undefeated box, where a lonely Wolf unwittingly UNION COUNTY 50+ SOFTBALL CHAMPS…Nilsen Detective Agency won The tournament raised $1,040. Thanks Division comprised of 4-6 year old com- Wolves, the Jazz found themselves down, deflected the ball in. Hauser scored the the Division 1 crown. Pictured, left to right, are: kneeling; Len Yenish, Al to the support of Mr. And Mrs. petitors. 1-0, at the half. But the Jazz responded final goal moments later when Mintz Theresa, Bruce Bilotti, Carl Reider and Ron Ivory; standing, Bob DeBellis, Augenzucker, Mr. And Mrs. Morin, Mr. “My medals are so shiny” commented early in the second half. Lauren Hercel intercepted a goal kick and passed to her. Jerry Barrett, Phil Spinelli, Butch Ernst, Brian McDermott, Jim Venezia, Mike And Mrs. Mellon, Mrs. Pazas, Mrs Jared Dunn, age 5, who won a silver in swiftly rushed up the right wing and On Sunday, the hosting Jazz domi- Volpe and Paul Stefano. Shallcross, and Mr. Brugger. board breaking and a bronze in forms. crossed to Jess McGarry who found nated Berkeley Heights with 11 shots on Hallie Mintz at the right post. Mintz goal, but it was some exceptional de- promptly popped the ball into the left fense by Katie Van Haasteren, Kristen corner. Henkels and Becca McGuire along with Union County Will Sponsor The Jazz took a 2-1 lead when Lindsey a tumbling save by Jess McGarry that Fitzgerald worked through mid-field and preserved the win. ‘Inter-Town’ Relay Day North Brunswick Taints CRANFORD – Union County will County of Union. “Unite For a Drug Free Millennium” Nomahegan Park will be bursting with through an Inter-town Relay ending in excitement when runners from all over SP-F Soccer Gold, 6-2 a celebration at Nomahegan Park on Union County end their torch bearing Saturday, October 21, from 9 a.m. to 5 “Inter-Town Relay” with a ceremony in The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Intercity awesome trio on defense, constantly out- p.m. (The rain date is Sunday, October the park. The National Guard and US U10 Gold soccer team playing their best hustling and out-muscling their oppo- 22) for Red Ribbon Relay and Drug Drug Enforcement Administration will game of the season, dropped a 6-2 deci- nent to the ball. Awareness Day. amaze participants with spectacular he- sion to the North Brunswick United on Joseph Del Prete got the Gold’s first Red Ribbons will be displayed licopter landings. There will be a Show- October 15. score as he turned on the jets to get to a throughout Union County during the case of Talent with exhibits and displays Keeper Greg Bencivengo repeled 15 loose ball, faked the goalie and slid it week of commemoration for the life of to view. There will be plenty of activities shots in the second half and only allowed into the net. Brendan McEvoy, Eddie DEA Agent Enrique Camarena who lost for children which includes a Petting one to get past him. Each time the United Byron, Angelo Cerimele, Andrew Smith his life in the fight against drugs. Zoo, jump on the “moon” at the thought they had an opportunity to score, and Paul Spicer did their part to keep the The event is sponsored by Union Moonwalk, face painting, Batman and Bencivengo was there to make the stop. ball in their opponent’s end and keep County Board of Chosen Freeholders his Batmobile and clown acts. Defenseman Marc Fusillo turned in pressuring the defense. Halfback Matt and is coordinated by the Union For more information, please call an outstanding game as he used speed Nobbs refused to quit as he out-raced County Coalition for the Prevention the Union County Coalition for the THE KARATE KIDS…These three gladiators placed well at the New Jersey and a strong leg to clear every potential two defenders to the ball, split the de- of Substance Abuse and U.S. Drug Prevention of Substance Abuse at (908) Martial Arts Challenge. Taking first in his division was Corey Markovitch, threat. Mike Roth, Danny Rodriguez fense and made a beautiful shot in the Enforcement Administration and the 233-8810. second was Matt Banz and third was Gared Dunn. and Danny Gore combined to make an upper corner for a well-deserved goal. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, October 19, 2000 Page 17 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS BOROUGH OF FANWOOD NOTICE TO CREDITORS SHERIFF’S SALE PLANNING BOARD SHERIFF’S SALE UNION COUNTY BOARD ESTATE OF MICHAEL, W. FOX also NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the known as MICHAEL WILLIAM FOX and SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, OF ORDINANCE 00-13-R CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Planning Board of the Township of Scotch NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD MICHAEL FOX, Deceased. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, AND PUBLIC HEARING DOCKET NO. F-3909-00. Plains approved with conditions on October DOCKET NO. F-6396-00. Date Adopted: October 11, 2000 Pursuant to the order of JAMES S. An ordinance was introduced by the Mayor Public Notice is hereby given that the BANKERS TRUST, AS TRUSTEE, 2, 2000, the minor subdivision application of LaCORTE, Surrogate of the County of Union, CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE and Council of the Borough of Fanwood on PLAINTIFF vs. ARMINDO GOMES, ET Bernard Johnson, t/a B & J Construction, for Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders made on the 13TH DAY OF OCTOBER, CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. CESAR October 12, 2000. Copies of this ordinance AL, DEFENDANT. 2415 Park Place, Block No. 7304, Lot No. 17 E. VICIOSO, DEFENDANT. has awarded a contract without competitive A.D., 2000, upon the application of the un- can be obtained without cost at the Fanwood bidding as a professional service or extraor- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, to subdivide the existing lot into two lots and dersigned, as Executor of the estate of said CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Borough Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, DATED AUGUST 14, 2000 FOR SALE OF construct two new single-family dwellings. dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to deceased, notice is hereby given to the DATED AUGUST 2, 2000 FOR SALE OF Fanwood, New Jersey between the hours of MORTGAGED PREMISES. The file pertaining to this application is in the MORTGAGED PREMISES. N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and creditors of said deceased to exhibit to the 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. the resolution authorizing it is available for By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- Office of the Planning Board and is available subscriber under oath or affirmation their By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- The purpose of this ordinance IS TO tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by for inspection during regular office hours. tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of claims and demands against the estate of AMEND CHAPTER 6 OF THE CODE OF the Board. public vendue, at the Union County Admin- Barbara Horev public vendue, at the Union County Admin- THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD RELAT- istration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown said deceased within six months from the st RESOLUTION NO.: 1126-2000 Secretary to the Planning Board date of said order, or they will be forever istration Building, 1 Floor, 10 Elizabethtown ING TO APPROVAL AND PAYMENT OF Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on Township of Scotch Plains AWARDED TO: Sign-On Systems Group, barred from prosecuting or recovering the Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNES- CLAIMS. WEDNESDAY THE 1ST DAY OF 1 T – 10/19/00, The Times Fee: $16.83 DAY THE 25TH DAY OF OCTOBER A.D., 8390 N.W. 53rd Street, Miami, Florida. same against the subscriber. A public hearing on this ordinance will be SERVICES: To provide support for com- NOVEMBER A.D., 2000 at two o’clock in Charles Mullen 2000 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said held on November 9, 2000 at 8:00 p.m. the afternoon of said day. All successful day. All successful bidders must have 20% puterized indexing and accounts receivable PUBLIC NOTICE Executor Eleanor McGovern for clerk’s recording and business offices as bidders must have 20% of their bid available Christopher D. Armstrong, Attorney of their bid available in cash or certified Town Clerk in cash or certified check at the conclusion check at the conclusion of the sales. requested by the Union County Clerk. BOROUGH OF FANWOOD 30 Vail Place 1 T – 10/19/00, The Times Fee: $19.38 COST: Not to exceed $20,000. of the sales. Notice is hereby given that Ordinance P.O. Box 167-D The judgment amount is $123,154.24. The judgment amount is $150,632.41. Property to be sold is located in the City of PERIOD: 11/1/01 - 12/31/01 No. 00-12-S Rahway, New Jersey 07065 PUBLIC NOTICE M. Elizabeth Genievich MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING 1 T – 10/19/00, The Leader Fee: $21.42 Elizabeth, County of Union and State of COUNTY: UNION STATE OF NEW JER- New Jersey. Clerk of the Board ORDINANCE 99-08-S, SALA- ESTATE OF GERTRUDE E. MURRAY 1 T – 10/19/00, The Leader Fee: $22.95 SEY. RIES AND COMPENSATION Premises commonly known as 333 Mag- Notice is hereby given to MICHAEL E. STREET AND STREET NO.: 651 OF THE FANWOOD BOROUGH PUBLIC NOTICE nolia Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07026. MURRAY whose last known address is Mckinley Street. CODE BEING KNOWN as LOT NO. 775, 119-B Riverdale Court, Scotch Plains, New PUBLIC NOTICE TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK NO. 4, was passed and adopted on the second and SHERIFF’S SALE BLOCK NO. 3, on the official Tax Map of the Jersey, that the Last Will and Testament of LOT NO. 1029. final reading at a meeting of the Mayor and SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, City of Elizabeth. GERTRUDE E. MURRAY has been pro- UNION COUNTY BOARD DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 74.30 feet x 60 Council of the Borough of Fanwood held on CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Dimensions: 25 feet x 100 feet x 25 feet bated in Union County Surrogates Court OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS feet. October 12, 2000. DOCKET NO. F-3897-00. x 100 feet. Union County Courthouse, 2 Broad Street, NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NEAREST CROSS STREET: Corner This ordinance shall take effect immedi- CREDIT-BASED ASSET SERVICING Nearest Cross Street: Third Avenue. Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207. Letters Tes- Date Adopted: October 11, 2000 property of Mckinley Street and Richmond. ately after final passage and publication as & SECURITIZATION LLC, PLAINTIFF vs. There is due approximately the sum of tamentary were issued on September 19, Public Notice is hereby given that the There is due approximately the sum of required by law. DONALD GABLE, SR., ET AL, DEFEN- $130,071.06 together with lawful interest 2000. The next of kin of Gertrude E. Murray Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders $158,256.94 together with lawful interest Eleanor McGovern DANT. and costs. are Elwyn J. Murray and Michael E. Murray. has awarded a contract without competitive and costs. Town Clerk CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, There is a full legal description on file in A copy of the will shall be furnished upon bidding as a professional service or extraor- There is a full legal description on file in 1 T – 10/19/00, The Times Fee: $16.83 DATED AUGUST 15, 2000 FOR SALE OF the Union County Sheriff’s Office. request. dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to the Union County Sheriff’s Office. MORTGAGED PREMISES. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Walsh and Keegan N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn PUBLIC NOTICE By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- this sale. ATTORNEYS AT LAW the resolution authorizing it is available for this sale. tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by RALPH FROEHLICH 141 South Avenue public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of RALPH FROEHLICH public vendue, at the Union County Admin- SHERIFF Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 the Board. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS st SHERIFF istration Building, 1 Floor, 10 Elizabethtown FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, P.C., 1 T – 10/19/00, The Times Fee: $17.34 RESOLUTION NO.: 1121-2000 WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR., Attorney NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on Attorney (Amending Resolution No. 1691-99) 737 Stokes Road CONTRACTOR: Richard C. Mariani, WEDNESDAY THE 1ST DAY OF Suite 505 PUBLIC NOTICE AWARDED TO: Multi-Care Health Cen- P.O. Box 1088 Esq., Stanton, Hughes, Diana, Cerra, Mariani NOVEMBER A.D., 2000 at two o’clock in Sentry Office Plaza ter, 100 Commerce Place, Clark, New Jer- Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 & Margello, P.C., 10 Madison Avenue, the afternoon of said day. All successful 216 Haddon Avenue TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS sey. CH-755513 (WL) Morristown, New Jersey, 07960. bidders must have 20% of their bid available Westmont, New Jersey 08108 SERVICES: To increase the cap to pro- 4 T – 10/5, 10/12, 10/19 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NATURE OF SERVICE: Appointed to in cash or certified check at the conclusion CH-755483 (WL) vide pre-employment physicals and other & 10/26/00 Fee: $163.20 represent Chief Thomas O’Brien in the matter of the sales. 4 T – 9/28, 10/5, 10/12 CONTRACTOR: Michael R. Buchalski, related medical services for the year 2000. of Lonergan et al v. Township of Scotch The judgment amount is $168,195.48. & 10/19/00 Fee: $171.36 Buchalski, Reynolds, & Brodowski, 84 Main COST: In an additional amount of $20,000 Plains et al. MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth. Street, Freehold, New Jersey, 07728. for a total amount not to exceed $60,000. PUBLIC NOTICE COUNTY: UNION STATE OF NEW M. Elizabeth Genievich DURATION: As needed. PUBLIC NOTICE NATURE OF SERVICE: Hired as a pro- SHERIFF’S SALE AMOUNT: Not to exceed $5,000. JERSEY. fessional appraiser to submit an appraisal of Clerk of the Board 1 T – 10/19/00, The Leader Fee: $22.95 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, STREET AND STREET NO.: 17 Palmer SHERIFF’S SALE township property that is involved in the THE RESOLUTION AND CONTRACT CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Street. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Broadway development. Proposal of prop- FOR SAME ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE DOCKET NO. F-15040-97. TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK: 7, LOT: CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, erty known as Block No. 6102, Lot Nos. 12, OF THE TOWNSHIP CLERK. PUBLIC NOTICE UNION PLANTERS NATIONAL BANK, 1004. DOCKET NO. F-11150-98. 13, 18, 19 & 21; Block No. 6103, Lot Nos. 1 Barbara Riepe DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 90 feet x 25 feet. PLAINTIFF vs. NORMA L. ASH, ET ALS, HARBOR FINANCIAL MORTGAGE & 8; Block No. 6104, Lot Nos. 1, 6, 7 & 8; SHERIFF’S SALE Township Clerk NEAREST CROSS STREET: 217 feet DEFENDANT. CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. JORGE Block No. 6105, Lot No. 3; and Block No. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, 1 T – 10/19/00, The Times Fee: $17.85 from First Avenue. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, L. GUERRERO; FRANK DE LA CRUZ 6201, Lot No. 6. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, There is due approximately the sum of DATED FEBRUARY 4, 2000 FOR SALE AND MARILYN MIRANDA; ET ALS, DE- DURATION: Until completion of service. DOCKET NO. F-18659-98. $175,677.80 together with lawful interest OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. PUBLIC NOTICE FENDANT. AMOUNT: Not to exceed $5,000. HOMESTEAD FUNDING CORP., and costs. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, PLAINTIFF vs. THOMAS S. WEST, SR., TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS There is a full legal description on file in THE RESOLUTION AND CONTRACT tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by DATED DECEMBER 17, 1999 FOR SALE ET AL, DEFENDANT. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. FOR SAME ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE public vendue, at the Union County Admin- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, st NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn OF THE TOWNSHIP CLERK. istration Building, 1 Floor, 10 Elizabethtown By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- DATED AUGUST 17, 2000 FOR SALE OF CONTRACTOR: Peter L. Korn, Esq., this sale. Barbara Riepe Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNES- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by MORTGAGED PREMISES. McDonough Korn & Eichhorn, P.C., 959 RALPH FROEHLICH Township Clerk DAY THE 25TH DAY OF OCTOBER A.D., public vendue, at the Union County Admin- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- 2000 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said South Springfield Avenue, P.O. Box 712, SHERIFF st 1 T – 10/19/00, The Times Fee: $20.91 istration Building, 1 Floor, 10 Elizabethtown tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Springfield, New Jersey, 07081. WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR., Attorney day. All successful bidders must have 20% Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on public vendue, at the Union County Admin- NATURE OF SERVICE: Appointed to 737 Stokes Road PUBLIC NOTICE of their bid available in cash or certified WEDNESDAY THE 1ST DAY OF istration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown represent Captain Marshall Nelson in the P.O. Box 1088 check at the conclusion of the sales. NOVEMBER A.D., 2000 at two o’clock in Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on matter of Lonergan et al v. Township of Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 SHERIFF’S SALE The judgment amount is $55,421.57. the afternoon of said day. All successful WEDNESDAY THE 1ST DAY OF Scotch Plains et al. CH-755512 (WL) SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Property to be sold is located in the City of bidders must have 20% of their bid available NOVEMBER A.D., 2000 at two o’clock in DURATION: As needed. 4 T – 10/5, 10/12, 10/19 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Elizabeth, County of Union and State of in cash or certified check at the conclusion the afternoon of said day. All successful AMOUNT: Not to exceed $5,000. & 10/26/00 Fee: $163.20 DOCKET NO. F-1977-98. New Jersey. of the sales. CENLAR FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK, bidders must have 20% of their bid available Premises commonly known as 914-916 THE RESOLUTION AND CONTRACT The judgment amount is $196,340.85. PLAINTIFF vs. MICHAEL J. HERBERT; in cash or certified check at the conclusion FLORA STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JER- FOR SAME ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE PUBLIC NOTICE The property to be sold is located in the DAVID B. POHIBA; REGENCY 9 CON- of the sales. SEY 07201. OF THE TOWNSHIP CLERK. City of Elizabeth, in the County of Union, and DOMINIUM ASSOC; ET ALS, DEFEN- The judgment amount is $113,442.23. BEING KNOWN as LOT NO. 700, Barbara Riepe UNION COUNTY BOARD the State of New Jersey. DANT. Municipality: Elizabeth. BLOCK NO. 8, on the official Tax Map of the Township Clerk OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Commonly known as: 36 DeHart Place, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Street Address: 78-80 Marshall Street. City of Elizabeth. 1 T – 10/19/00, The Times Fee: $17.85 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Elizabeth, New Jersey. DATED AUGUST 1, 2000 FOR SALE OF Tax Lot: 756. Dimensions: 37.50 feet x 100 feet x 37.50 Date Adopted: October 10, 2000 Tax Lot No. 310, in Block No. 13. MORTGAGED PREMISES. Tax Block: 2. feet x 100 feet. PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that the Dimensions of Lot (Approximately) 30 feet By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- Approximate dimensions: 100 feet x 50 Nearest Cross Street: Henry Street. Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders wide by 120 feet long. tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by feet. There is due approximately the sum of TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS has awarded a contract without competitive Nearest Cross Street: Situated on the public vendue, at the Union County Admin- Nearest cross street: First Street. $63,036.09 together with lawful interest and bidding as a professional service or extraor- Southwesterly side of DeHart Place, distant st There is due approximately the sum of NOTICE is hereby given that at a regular istration Building, 1 Floor, 10 Elizabethtown costs. dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to 32 feet from the Northwesterly side of Vine Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on $120,688.81 together with lawful interest There is a full legal description on file in meeting of the Township Council of the N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and Street. and costs. Township of Scotch Plains, held on Tues- WEDNESDAY THE 1ST DAY OF the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the resolution authorizing it is available for There is due approximately the sum of NOVEMBER A.D., 2000 at two o’clock in There is a full legal description on file in The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn day, October 10, 2000, the following ordi- public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of $235,124.84 together with lawful interest the Union County Sheriff’s Office. nances entitled: the afternoon of said day. All successful this sale. the Board. and costs. bidders must have 20% of their bid available The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn RALPH FROEHLICH ORDINANCE TO PERMIT THE RESOLUTION NO.: 1131-2000 There is a full legal description on file in in cash or certified check at the conclusion this sale. SHERIFF RENTAL OF A PORTION OF (Amending Resolution No. 1074-99) the Union County Sheriff’s Office. of the sales. RALPH FROEHLICH FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, P.C., THE JERSEYLAND PARK AWARDED TO: Garrubbo, Romankow & The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The judgment amount is $122,406.40. SHERIFF Attorney COMMUNITY CENTER, LO- Rinaldo, 53 Cardinal Drive, Westfield, New this sale. The property to be sold is located in the KATZ, ETTIN, LEVINE, KURZWEIL, Suite 505 CATED AT 783 JERUSALEM Jersey. RALPH FROEHLICH City of Elizabeth, County of Union, and State WEBER & SCIALABBA, P.C., Attorney Sentry Office Plaza ROAD, SCOTCH PLAINS NEW SERVICES: To provide Special Legal SHERIFF of New Jersey. 905 N. Kings Highway 216 Haddon Avenue JERSEY FOR LEAF STOR- Counsel to the UCUA. FRANK J. MARTONE, P.C., Attorney Commonly known as: 14 Jacques Street, Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034-1569 Westmont, New Jersey 08108 AGE, COMPOSTING, AND COST: In an additional amount not to 4 Brighton Road Unit 25, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07206. CH-755499 (WL) CH-755109 (WL) RECYCLING exceed $50,000, for a total amount not to Clifton, New Jersey 07012 Tax Lot No. 565, Block No. 7, Unit 25 on 4 T – 10/5, 10/12, 10/19 4 T – 9/28, 10/5, 10/12 exceed $100,000. CH-754338 (WL) the Tax Map of the City of Elizabeth, Union & 10/26/00 Fee: $148.92 & 10/19/00 Fee: $175.44 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZ- M. Elizabeth Genievich 4 T – 10/5, 10/12, 10/19 ING AND GRANTING MUNICI- County, New Jersey. Clerk of the Board & 10/26/00, Fee: $169.32 Dimensions of Lot (approximately): (con- PAL CONSENT TO ENTER 1 T – 10/19/00, The Leader Fee: $22.95 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE INTO A RIGHT OF WAY USE dominium) Being an undivided 5.666 per- AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE PUBLIC NOTICE centage interest in the Common Elements TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PUBLIC NOTICE of REGENCY 9, a Condominium. ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Distance to nearest cross street: Unknown. PLAINS, A NEW JERSEY MU- UNION COUNTY BOARD NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on NOVEMBER 2, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal UNION COUNTY BOARD There is due approximately the sum of NICIPAL CORPORATION AND OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, the Scotch Plains Zoning Board of OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS $129,630.75 together with lawful interest METROCOM, INC., A NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider the following appeals: NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD and costs. DELAWARE CORPORATION Date Adopted: October 11, 2000 Date Adopted: October 11, 2000 TO CONSTRUCT, MAINTAIN Public Notice is hereby given that the There is a full legal description on file in Daniel and Jo-Ann Jayson for a Variance to permit the construction of a deck at the Public Notice is hereby given that the the Union County Sheriff’s Office. property located at 5 Wheatley Court (Block No. 11904, Lot No. 1), Scotch Plains, contrary AND OPERATE A MOBILE Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders DIGITAL DATA RADIO NET- has awarded a contract without competitive The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn to the following section of the Zoning Ordinance: has awarded a contract without competitive this sale. Section 23-3.4a. Paragraph a. Column 10 whereby sum rear-yard setback WORK ON TOWNSHIP AND bidding as a professional service or extraor- bidding as a professional service or extraor- THIRD PARTY OWNED FA- dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to RALPH FROEHLICH required is fifty (50) feet; proposed: forty-four (44) feet [by plan]. dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to SHERIFF CILITIES IN THE MUNICIPAL N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and Sanguiliano Garden Center for a Temporary Operating Permit to allow the sale of N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and FLANZBAUM & COHEN, Attorney RIGHT OF WAY OF SCOTCH the resolution authorizing it is available for Christmas trees and related holiday items at the property located at 2524-2545 Route 22 the resolution authorizing it is available for 7 Mt. Bethel Road PLAINS public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of West (Block No. 4802, Lot Nos. 9 & 12), Scotch Plains. Permission, if granted, is pursuant public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of P.O. Box 4253 the Board. to Section 23-4.3 of the Zoning Ordinance allowing for temporary permission for a period Were duly passed on second and final the Board. Warren, New Jersey 07059 RESOLUTION NO.: 1124-2000 not to exceed one (1) year. reading. RESOLUTION NO.: 1125-2000 CH-755495 (WL) AWARDED TO: Schoor DePalma, Justin AWARDED TO: Schoor DePalma, Justin Barbara Riepe Corporate Center, 200 State Highway Nine, 4 T – 10/5, 10/12, 10/19 Nick and Barbara Cyprus for a variance to permit the construction of a deck at the Township Clerk Corporate Center, 200 State Highway Nine, & 10/26/00 Fee: $177.48 property located at 518 William Street (Block No. 4202, Lot No. 6), Scotch Plains, contrary PO Box 900, Manalapan, New Jersey. PO Box 900, Manalapan, New Jersey. 1 T –10/19/00, The Times Fee: $34.17 SERVICES: To provide professional con- to the following section of the Zoning Ordinance: SERVICES: To provide professional con- Section 23-3.4A. Paragraph H, Column 10 whereby minimum rear-yard struction administration services to oversee struction administration services to oversee PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE the replacement of the Snyder Avenue setback required is thirty (30) feet; proposed: eighteen (18) feet [by scale]. the replacement of various intersection im- SHERIFF’S SALE Bridge, Berkeley Heights, New Jersey. Nextel Communications, Inc. for in proposal to amend its prior application to allow the UNION COUNTY BOARD provements in the County of Union and the SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, COST: Not to exceed $226,986. installation of panel antennae on an existing PSE&G tower and the installation of an OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS New Providence Park & Ride Facility. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, M. Elizabeth Genievich unmanned equipment cabinet at the property located at 1550 Cooper Road (Block No. NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD COST: Not to exceed $287,004. DOCKET NO. F-11105-99 Clerk of the Board 12101, Lot No. 6), Scotch Plains by using an alternative location. In lieu thereof, Nextel seeks Date Adopted: October 11, 2000 M. Elizabeth Genievich SOUCE ONE MORTGAGE CORPORA- 1 T – 10/19/00, The Leader Fee: $22.44 to install antennae on an existing PSE&G tower and the installation of an unmanned Public Notice is hereby given that the Clerk of the Board TION, PLAINTIFF vs. JAMES RONALD equipment cabinet at the property located at 1600 Raritan Road (Block No. 14201, Lot No. Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders 1 T – 10/19/00, The Leader Fee: $22.95 CURRY AND MRS. JAMES RONALD 2), Scotch Plains. The alternative site would replace the proposed Cooper Road site if has awarded a contract without competitive CURRY, HIS WIFE, DEFENDANT. PUBLIC NOTICE approved by the Board. Nextel proposes to place six (6) panel antennae on said existing bidding as a professional service or extraor- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, PUBLIC NOTICE PSE&G Tower #18-2 at a height of 125 fleet on the existing 141-foot-high tower and to place dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to SHERIFF’S SALE DATED MARCH 20, 2000 FOR SALE OF a 10-by-20-foot by 11-foot high equipment shelter at the base of the tower. N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and SHERIFF’S SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, MORTGAGED PREMISES. The location is in the R-1 zone where the permitted building height is 35 feet and the the resolution authorizing it is available for SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- proposed height is 125 feet on the existing 141 foot tower, and would be a violation of Section public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DOCKET NO. F-3883-00. tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by 23:3.4A and a violation of the permitted height ordinance. The proposed use is also not the Board. DOCKET NO. F-8572-97. NEW AMERICA FINANCIAL, INC., public vendue, at the Union County Admin- permitted within the aforesaid zone and would be a non-permitted use pursuant to Section RESOLUTION NO.: 1128-2000 NORWEST MORTGAGE. INC., PLAIN- PLAINTIFF vs. SANDRA R. IBANEZ, ET istration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown 23-3.5. At the aforesaid time and place the Applicant will also request a bulk variance (Amending Resolution No. 112-2000) TIFF vs. ALVARO DESOUSA, DEFEN- ALS, DEFENDANT. Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on pursuant to Section 23-2.3o of the Zoning Ordinance whereby the maximum fence height AWARDED TO: Edward Kologi, Esq., DANT. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, WEDNESDAY THE 8TH DAY OF permitted is six (6) feet; and the proposed fence height is eight (8) feet. The Applicant shall 923 North Wood Avenue, Linden, New Jer- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DATED JULY 27, 2000 FOR SALE OF NOVEMBER A.D., 2000 at two o’clock in also seek such other variances and waivers as deemed necessary by the Board, as well as sey. DATED JULY 28, 2000 FOR SALE OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. the afternoon of said day. All successful preliminary and final site plan approval for the alternative site. SERVICES: To represent Undersheriff MORTGAGED PREMISES. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- bidders must have 20% of their bid available It is the Applicant’s intention to withdraw the request for the facility at the Cooper Road site William Malcolm in the matter entitled James By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by in cash or certified check at the conclusion if the alternative site proposed on Raritan Road is approved. However, the public hearing will A. MacDonald v. William V. Malcolm. tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by public vendue, at the Union County Admin- of the sales. continue as to both of the aforesaid sites, and any persons interested may be present and COST: In an additional amount not to public vendue, at the Union County Admin- istration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- heard. exceed $10,000 for a total contract amount istration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on DRED TWENTY THOUSAND FOUR- not to exceed $25,000. Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNES- WEDNESDAY THE 1ST DAY OF HUNDRED TWENTY NINE & 78/100 AT&T Wireless Service for the following Variances in order to allow the construction of M. Elizabeth Genievich DAY THE 25TH DAY OF OCTOBER A.D., NOVEMBER A.D., 2000 at two o’clock in ($220,429.78). a 110-foot monopole for the placement of cellular antennae; the construction of an equipment Clerk of the Board 2000 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said the afternoon of said day. All successful The property to be sold is located in the shed; and the installation of an eight-foot-high fence at the property located at 1776 Raritan 1 T – 10/19/00, The Leader Fee: $23.97 day. All successful bidders must have 20% bidders must have 20% of their bid available TOWN of WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY Road (Block No. 14001, Lot No. 9), Scotch Plains: of their bid available in cash or certified in cash or certified check at the conclusion 07090, County of UNION and State of New Use Variance pursuant to Section 23-3.5c of the Zoning Ordinance whereby check at the conclusion of the sales. of the sales. Jersey. PUBLIC NOTICE telecommunication antennae do not fall under permitted public utility uses; The judgment amount is $170,286.05. The judgment amount is $119,069.58. Commonly known as: 409-411 WEST UNION COUNTY BOARD Property to be sold is located in the City of MUNICIPALITY: City of Elizabeth. BROAD STREET, WESTFIELD, NEW Use Variance pursuant to Section 23-3.17 of the Zoning Ordinance whereby the OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Elizabeth, County of Union and State of COUNTY AND STATE: UNION JERSEY 07090. “P” Public Zone does not allow for telecommunication antennae or secondary NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD New Jersey. COUNTY, NEW JERSEY. Tax Lot No. 29 in Block No. 2901. structures; Date Adopted: October 11, 2000 Premises commonly known as 1160 Mary STREET AND STREET NUMBER: 429 Dimension of Lot: approximately 80 feet Use Variance pursuant to Section 23-4.1c of the Zoning Ordinance whereby the Public Notice is hereby given that the Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07201. Maple Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207. wide by 150 feet long. maximum height allowed for a public building in the “P” zone is fifty (50) feet; Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders BEING KNOWN as LOT NO. 938, TAX LOT AND BLOCK NUMBERS: LOT Nearest Cross Street: Rahway Avenue. proposed height: 110 feet; and has awarded a contract without competitive BLOCK NO. 12, on the official Tax Map of NO. 938, BLOCK NO. 4. Situate at a point on the southeasterly bidding as a professional service or extraor- the City of Elizabeth. DIMENSIONS: Approximately 25 feet x sideline of West Broad Street distance ap- A bulk variance pursuant to Section 23-2.3o of the Zoning Ordinance whereby dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to Dimensions: 43.25 feet x 137 feet x 64.12 100 feet x 25 feet x 100 feet. proximately 104 feet southwesterly from its maximum fence height allowed is six (6) feet; proposed: eight (8) feet. N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and feet x 138.58 feet. NEAREST CROSS STREET: Grove intersection with the southwesterly sideline Metricom, Inc. for the following variances in order allow the installation of panel antennas the resolution authorizing it is available for Nearest Cross Street: Walnut Street. Street is approximately 350 feet from sub- of Rahway Avenue. onto an existing Elizabethtown Water Company tank and the installation of an unmanned public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of There is due approximately the sum of ject property. There is due approximately the sum of equipment cabinet at the property located at 585 Jerusalem Road (Block No. 4401, Lot No. the Board. $211,306.47 together with lawful interest There is due approximately the sum of TWO-HUNDRED FORTY THREE THOU- 13), Scotch Plains: RESOLUTION NO.: 1117-2000 and costs. $125,115.52 together with lawful interest SAND ONE-HUNDRED SIXTY SEVEN & (Amending Resolution No. 96-2000) There is a full legal description on file in and costs. 71/100 ($243,167.71) together with lawful Use Variance pursuant to Section 23-3.5c of the Zoning Ordinance whereby AWARDED TO: McKesson General the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in interest and costs. telecommunications antennas do not fall under permitted public utility uses; and Medical, 1 South Middlesex Avenue, Suite The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in Use Variance pursuant to Section 23-3.4A Para. A, Col. 13 of the Zoning 1B, Cranbury, New Jersey (Health Care this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Ordinance whereby the maximum height allowed in the R-2 Zone is thirty-five (35) Purchasing). RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn feet; existing and proposed height: 115 feet. SERVICES: To provide additional com- SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. prehensive medical/surgical product pro- FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, P.C., SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH All interested persons may be present and be heard. curement and inventory management sys- Attorney HACK, PIRO, O’DAY, MERKLINGER, SHERIFF The file pertaining to this application is in the Office of the Zoning Board of Adjustment, tem to Runnells Specialized Hospital. Suite 505 WALLACE & MCKENNA, Attorney FEIN SUCH KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. 430 Park Avenue, 2nd Floor, Scotch Plains, and is available for public inspection during COST: Not to exceed $67,000 for a new Sentry Office Plaza 30 Columbia Turnpike Suite 201 regular office hours. total contract of $415,500. 216 Haddon Avenue P.O. Box 941 7 Century Drive Linda M. Lies PERIOD: 1/1/00 - 12/31/00 Westmont, New Jersey 08108 Florham Park, New Jersey 07932-0941 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Secretary to the Zoning Board of Adjustment M. Elizabeth Genievich CH-755482 (WL) CH-755500 (WL) CH-755518 (WL) Township of Scotch Plains Clerk of the Board 4 T – 9/28, 10/5, 10/12 4 T – 10/5, 10/12, 10/19 4 T - 10/12, 10/19, 10/26 1 T – 10/19/00, The Leader Fee: $25.50 & 10/19/00 Fee: $171.36 & 10/26/00 Fee: $171.36 & 11/2/00 Fee: $199.92 1 T –10/19/00, The Times Fee: $134.64 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 18 Thursday, October 19, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Letters to the Editor Westfield High Parents and Veterans Day Dinner Dance CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4 Teachers Host Expo Town Council Should Put Deck to Vote, A County-wide Celebration By BRIAN JOHNSON to present the newest high tech ac- Consider Many Proposed Alternatives Specially Written for The Westfield Leader cessories. He showed noise cancel- WESTFIELD — The Westfield ing headphones that can be used in For All “To Just Say Thanks” The controversy over a parking deck Mayor asked the people of Summit how High School Parent-Teacher Student for Westfield has been an issue for de- they fared with their new deck? This airplanes, compact digital cameras Organization Committee (PTSO) and multi-functional printers. A new The V2K Dinner Dance will be held on November 11, 2000 (7:00 cades. Now the Town Council believes deck is very underutilized. A Town Gov- PM to 11:00 PM) at the New Jersey Army National Guard Armory we should open our pocketbooks to sup- ernment should not be in the garage hosted a Computer Expo Fundraiser portable digital jukebox can store up port mall store chains doing business business. A garage will bring ancillary Wednesday night, October 11, in the to 1,000 songs in a Walkman-sized in Westfield (Rahway Ave.). Everyone is invited to attend and have here. It is clear that the Council and issues and problems: Westfield High School cafeteria. The product. A “go anywhere” projector fun. The event is sponsored by The Westfield Historical Society Westfield Optimists Club and the Mayor have their own agenda, evident 1. Security -both personal and prop- can display and store up to 10,000 and supported by numerous organizations and businesses of the by the lack of a public referendum on the erty safety Education Fund Club of Westfield slides in a six-by-eight-inch console. region. issue. 2. Maintenance- Cleaning, staffing were also involved in organizing the Robert Brewster, a Westfield High Proceeds from the Dinner Dance and from donations will be The town rejected building a ShopRite for fee collection and elevator mainte- event. School biology and chemistry teacher contributed to the Disabled American Veterans Department of for pollution and traffic reasons, yet nance The PTSO’s goal for the Expo was would encourage traffic and pollution in and varsity baseball coach, demon- New Jersey toward the purchase of a vehicle to transport disabled 3. Insurance- increased insurance costs to raise money to fund projection strated the current visual computer the center of a town already beset by for liability and property insurance on veterans. Proceeds of the 50-50 raffle will be donated to the traffic problems. The ShopRite was pro- devices and large screen computer test he delivers in his classes. Re- the structures monitors in classrooms, items which cently, he explained, a classroom National World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. and to the posed for the Westfield border but on the 4. Traffic congestion Garwood side! currently exceed the school’s bud- science project was shared live Korean War Memorial in Atlantic City. 5. Pollution get. Dell Corporation donated a Tickets are $35 per person. Organizations are encouraged to Westfield officials believe that shop- 6. Aesthetically unattractive monu- through a camera-Internet connec- pers pay significant parking fees and sit ment $2,500 laptop computer for a raffle, tion with a high school classroom in reserve table(s). All tables seat 10 people. Donations are gratefully in traffic when they can conveniently with tickets selling for $5. The PTSO Japan that was performing the same received. Information and tickets are available at several local drive 15 minutes to a mall, have all the Meantime, ideas floated by the Town raised more than $5,000 through the Council by the “average resident” get experiment. businesses including: Fanwood (Irma’s Hallmark), Mountainside same stores, and more and enjoy free raffle. According to Mrs. Fleder, the (Bayberry Card & Gift Shop, Patterson Interiors); Scotch Plains parking. dismissed: Master of ceremonies Carolyn The town, in addition to a possible PTSO’s goal is to offer computer (Nuts N’ Plenty), Westfield (The Town Bookstore, Lancaster Hall- 1. Parking jitney service Fleder invited associates of testing for every classroom. $22 million expenditure on the Westfield 2. Ticket cars not legally parked mark Ltd.), Maplewood (The Town Bookstore). Contacts: Charles High School addition wants to incur Microsoft, Dell and PC Magazine to 3. Valet parking service using beeper demonstrate the new digital technol- Brown 908.654.3946; Mr. Brian Mueller, Veterans Liaison, PO another $12 million for parking garages. system to call for cars. Scotch Plains Library They say this will not cost Westfielders! ogy available on the market and to Box 613, Westfield, NJ 07091, Phone: 908-580-5788 4. Off-site employee parking [email protected]; [email protected] (Don Mokrauer) Is it worth $12 million for a few hundred 5. Relocation of the commuter bus inform people of career possibilities To Offer Travelogue parking spaces that are not likely to be stop from the train station involving computers in the 21st cen- used? tury. About Antarctica Already, officials are considering The Westfield officials should not be SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch allowed to cause economic hardship on Dell, Microsoft, and Westfield charging the commuters $65 per month teachers set up trade-show style Plains Public Library will present a to park in the Westfield train lots. This is anyone. The economy is showing signs of slowing down. We hope town offi- booths around the cafeteria. travelogue entitled “Antarctica,” fea- more than double the current cost and turing Barbara Ostroff, on Thursday, doubles what other towns charge. Com- cials understand that along with an eco- According to Microsoft’s East muters are the very people that support nomic slowdown comes reduced rev- Coast Educational Manager Sabrina October 26, from 7 to 9 p.m. In- local restaurants and small businesses. enues. These hefty planned expenditures Wilson, in 2001, the United States cluded will be a videocassette of Westfield is a “preferred community” will be with Westfield for many years. will need more than 1.6 million new scenes from Antarctica. for many reasons including its proxim- Let’s not be shortsighted. IT (Information Technology) work- The library will also present the ity to New York and its public transpor- I ask that the town Officials consider ers. However, she said, 843,000 po- Scotchwood Junior Chamber Players tation access. The State Government the overall impact long term and short in a concert of Vivaldi, Witches dance term before they put Westfield in debt sitions will likely go unfilled. She encourages mass transit but Westfield is said that 70 percent of all jobs will and patriotic songs on Saturday, Oc- discouraging it. The $65 per month is another $30-$40 million. tober 28, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. likely to put more people in their cars require skills in computers and net- Robert Bartsch work use in the 21st century, and that The music, under the direction of Westfield prices itself out of the market. Westfield Has anyone on the council or the 80 percent of new jobs in the next Lubove Schnable, will be played by five years will be high tech. an ensemble of 20 musicians, in- Today, high school graduates are cluding children, teenagers and Chairman Sullivan Replies being aggressively sought out by adults. Weather permitting, the per- Internet start-up companies which formance will be held outside the To Reader Bruce Paterson offer salaries starting at roughly library. $45,000 a year, according to Mrs. The program will include After reading several letters from $30, not $40, but it would vary depend- children’s music and youngsters are Bruce Paterson of Garwood, it’s time for ing upon where you live. The portion of Wilson. the facts concerning the Open Space the county’s budget raised by taxes, about PC Magazine’s Senior Executive invited to wear their Halloween cos- Editor, William Howard, was on hand tumes to the event. Trust Fund and several other issues that $150 million, is the lowest it’s been FIRE HOUSE BIRTHDAY…Little Jack Schildge recently celebrated his third he has severely misrepresented be known. since 1994. We will continue to work to birthday with a tour of the Westfield Fire Department. Jack and six friends were First, I believe the Mr. Sanderson you keep that portion of the budget as low as given a tour of the firehouse, shook hands with the Fire Chief, and watched the refer to is from the Sierra Club, not a possible. trucks leave on a fire call. Pictured, left to right, are: Lorraine Staniec, Lisa county consultant. The items listed un- I know it may gall you, Mr. Paterson, AARP to Sponsor Course Staniec, Koryn Kraemer, Jack Colleran, Jack Schildge, Owen Brancatella, der the Trust Fund are not in any order of but we do work hard for the county. Lazy Carrie Salem and Maddy Lusko. priority but are some of the uses of the and complacent we are not. Voters have fund. Maintenance is not one of those agreed with us since 1995. We have faith uses. That will continue to come out of in whatever decision Union County vot- To Promote Driver Safety the regular county budget. The small ers make. Anytime you want to discuss WESTFIELD – An AARP-spon- In addition, they will receive a Welcome Wagon Donates tract of land in Linden is to be sold to this or any issue, why not come to a sored 55 Alive Defensive Driver course two-point reduction from their Mo- create a right turn lane off Routes 1 and Freeholder meeting? Just to set the record will be held on consecutive Satur- tor Vehicle Bureau point record, if 9 to Stiles Street, not a strip mall. straight, I don’t get chauffeured around Funds to Pediatric Unit The “grants” from the state that you in a limo, but maybe we can pose for a days, October 21 and 28, from 9 a.m. applicable. refer to can only be obtained if the picture or two. I promise not to get in the to 1 p.m. at the Westfield Y, located at Membership in the AARP is not WESTFIELD – The Welcome various local businesses for supply- county has an Open Space Trust Fund. way. 220 Clark Street in Westfield. required, but students must pre-reg- Wagon Club of the Westfield area ing gift certificates, including the We didn’t create those rules. Currently Upon completion of the course, ister. The cost is $10, payable by recently made a donation of more Rialto Theatre, Parker Greenhouses, 17 of 21 counties have such a fund. Dan Sullivan Chairman students will receive a “Certificate check to AARP. In-class instruction than $675 to the Pediatric Cardiac Shawn’s West Mountain Auto, the I really don’t see how a public refer- Intensive Care Unit of the Children’s Town Book Store of Westfield, Baja endum can be called a “sneaky tax in- Union County Board of Chosen of Completion” which, when sub- only will be available and class size Freeholders Hospital of Philadelphia. This dona- Grill Restaurant, Classic Thyme, Elm crease”. The levy would average about mitted to their insurance company, is limited. The course must be re- tion was made in memory of a club Street Café, Martin Richard Salon will entitle them to a 5 percent dis- taken every three years for the insur- member’s nephew. and Dawn Vierschilling’s Home count on the major portion of their ance discount to continue. These funds will be directed into Massage. Parking Problem? Why Not Open automobile insurance premium for To register, please call this toll- the Patient Care Gift Fund that is A non-profit social organization, three years. free number: (888) 227-7669. used by the hospital to offer ad- Welcome Wagon provides day and Vacant Spaces in Commuter Lots? vanced treatment, equipment and evening activities for women and I’ve often noticed many unused park- benefit daily commuters, it is not unrea- care to all of its children. The dona- their families who are new to the ing spaces on weekdays in the south side sonable to expect permit holders to ar- tion was made possible through many area, just had a baby, are newly mar- train station lot, especially during the rive by a certain designated time, say Letters to the Editor fundraising activities, including two ried or looking to make new friends. summer months when people are on 9:30 or 10 a.m. All spaces still unused tag sales, flower sales and raffles. Membership is open to residents vacation. after that time should be made available The Welcome Wagon Club has of Westfield, Scotch Plains, Fanwood, Others have suggested that the num- to all. also held food and clothing drives, Mountainside, Garwood, Clark and ber of permits be increased to achieve This could be done if the town would Westfield Chamber Supports with items donated to Cranford Fam- Cranford. better utilization, even though the lot is install a daily permit vending machine ily Care, Westfield Food Pantry, Dress For more information about the already oversold. Instead, with some in the lot. People arriving after the des- Elm Street Parking Deck Plan changes to the current rules governing ignated time could simply buy a daily for Success, a quadriplegic child in club, please call Laura Brockway at The Westfield Area Chamber of Com- sen, and that the entire council is able to the area and to the Reverend Leroy (908) 928-1093 or visit permit parking in this lot, these unused permit from the machine, and display it merce Board of Directors would like to support this important initiative for spaces could help alleviate the weekday on their dashboard. Holmes of the Resurrection Temple www.westfieldnj.com/welcome on express our excitement and support for Westfield. in Roselle. the Internet. parking crunch by being made available Of course, the vending machine would the decision made by the Mayor and We look forward to working with you to anyone who needs parking. only dispense daily permits after the Council on August 30 at the special in any way possible to make the develop- The club extended appreciation to The current system grants permit hold- designated time. Regular permit holders parking meeting. ment of the comprehensive parking plan ers a daytime monopoly over almost all arriving “late” could still park, provided We are happy that a location for the successful for the downtown business the spaces in the lot, thereby denying spaces are still available. first parking deck in downtown Westfield district and the Westfield community. others the use of those spaces when the has been determined. We feel that the Thank you again for your persever- Woman’s Club Luncheon “owners” don’t show up. Since permits Bob Pinheiro Westfield designated area, municipal lots 1 and 8 ance on the issue of parking and building for the lot are issued presumably to on Prospect Street and Elm Street, will a much needed parking deck in down- be an excellent site. This location offers town Westfield. We support your deci- To Feature Student Cellist Thanks to All Who Participated easy accessibility for retail and office sion and look forward to the WESTFIELD – The Woman’s School of Music since 1994 and is a employees, as well as shoppers coming groundbreaking ceremony! Club of Westfield Scholarship Lun- member of its Music Prep Philhar- to the downtown. cheon will be held at the Baltusrol monic Orchestra. In Walk Children to School Day We have followed the parking study Westfield Area Chamber of The BRAKES Group would like to Special thanks to Maureen Bentley, as it has progressed and we appreciate all Commerce Board of Directors Golf Club in Springfield will take To attend the luncheon, please call thank all of the parents and children who who coordinated the event, and to all of the time and effort that has gone into the place on Wednesday, October 25, (908) 233-0532 or (908) 233-3510. Darryl Walker from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. This lun- helped make Westfield’s first Walk Our our supporters: Mayor Thomas C. Jardim, process. We are pleased that the vote Chairman Children to School Day such a success! the Town Council, Superintendent of was unanimous in favor of the site cho- cheon is held annually to benefit the Over 2,000 people participated in the Schools Dr. William J. Foley, the Board fund for college scholarships to walk, which involved all six elementary of Education, Coldwell Banker and Moto Westfield High School seniors. schools. Photo. We’d also like to thank the mayor Reader Urges DPW to Provide More Club members and guests will be and the elementary school principals, PUBLIC NOTICE entertained by Karen Poleshuck, a who allowed themselves to be raffled off Flowers, Benches at Tamaques Park 16-year-old cellist from Cranford. SHERIFF’S SALE as walking companions for the lucky winners, and the Police Department for Editor’s Note: This letter was sent to the town’s budget cannot continue to She will be accompanied on the pi- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, ano by Dr. Barbara Thompson, Mu- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, providing extra coverage to insure the The Westfield Department of Public maintain this area of the park. Any area DOCKET NO. F-5024-00. safety of the walkers. Works. where flowers can be planted enhances sic Director of the First Congrega- WORLD SAVINGS BANK, FSB, PLAIN- the site dramatically. tional Church in Westfield. Our survey of adult participants * * * * * TIFF vs. MARY L. SANTOS, ET AL, DE- showed that at least half of the walkers Also, I recently rode my bike to the In addition to playing in the FENDANT. I would like to thank the Town of pond area of Tamaques Park and wanted normally drive to school. As a result, Westfield for its well-groomed parks Cranford High School Orchestra, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, there were far fewer cars than usual on to sit on the side away from the swings Miss Poleshuck is a member of the DATED AUGUST 28, 2000 FOR SALE OF and recreation areas. and was surprised to realize there is no MORTGAGED PREMISES. the streets near the schools, making them Tri-M Music Honor Society and the As a resident who visits Tamaques bench. Another woman (accompanying By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- much safer for those who walked. Our Park frequently, I would like to inquire Junior Westfield Music Club, and tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by hope is that many of the parents who her son fishing) wanted to sit, but found why the flower plantings that were at the the same situation. I would like to re- teaches several local cello students. public vendue, at the Union County Admin- enjoyed the experience will want to re- entrance of Lamberts Mill Road are no istration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown quest the town of Westfield to place one She has been a member of the New peat it on a regular basis. What a great longer there and grass has been allowed Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on way to spend time with your child, get or two benches in the area around the Jersey Youth Symphony since 1993 WEDNESDAY THE 1ST DAY OF to grow. I have noticed over the years it pond as it can be a relaxing area to sit. and has played in the symphony’s exercise, and reduce traffic congestion! took longer in the season for flowers to NOVEMBER A.D., 2000 at two o’clock in 4 Thank you for your response and at- top-level orchestra since 1997. Miss the afternoon of said day. All successful Deirdre Gelinne be planted, but they eventually were tention to my requests. bidders must have 20% of their bid available Sara Strohecker planted. It was a pleasant greeting to see Poleshuck has attended the Prepara- in cash or certified check at the conclusion The BRAKES Group flowers at this entrance. I cannot believe Paula I. Long tory Division of the Manhattan Karen Poleshuck of the sales. Westfield The judgment amount is $93,114.02. MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth. COUNTY: UNION STATE OF NEW School Boosters Thank JERSEY. Reader Objects to Two Motions Junior League Plans Meeting STREET AND STREET NO.: 506 Lin- Fall 2000 Ad Buyers den Avenue. By Mountainside Board of Ed TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK NO. The Westfield School Boosters Asso- For Prospective Members 763, LOT NO. 13. The Mountainside Board of Educa- ing taken by 12 of our teachers at ciation wishes to thank the many busi- DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 100 feet x 35 tion passed two motions at a recent meet- Marygrove College in Michigan via dis- nesses and individuals who purchased CRANFORD – The Junior League preparing to embark upon their pro- feet. ing with which I strongly disagree. The tance learning on the computer. I do not ads in our Fall 2000 football program. of Elizabeth-Plainfield (JLEP) is visional year of training and orienta- NEAREST CROSS STREET: 70 feet first appointed the wife of board mem- object to Marygrove College per se, but Proceeds from the sale of these books seeking ambitious women to join the tion that culminates in a community from Clover Street. ber John Perrin as a substitute teacher in to 12 teachers, 20 percent of our staff, will be used to support the fine efforts of There is due approximately the sum of the scholar-athletes of Westfield High organization’s upcoming provisional project entirely developed and ex- $96,879.49 together with lawful interest and our district. We already have one teacher taking the same program from the same on staff who is related to a board mem- college. Such action can lead to inbreed- School, and to recognize both their ath- class and will host another meeting ecuted by the provisional class. costs. for prospective members on Satur- Anyone interested in joining or There is a full legal description on file in ber, but at least that teacher was hired ing. letic and academic achievements. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. before her sister-in-law, Mrs. I feel that the Mountainside School For more information about the Boost- day, November 4. in obtaining more information may The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Schaumberg, decided to run for the board. District can be enhanced by the philoso- ers and their activities, please contact The JLEP offers opportunities for call Carolyn Miller at (908) 233- this sale. Only once in the past 25 years has the phy of education taught at various and our president, Don Cambria, at the ad- personal and professional enrichment 0770. RALPH FROEHLICH Mountainside Board hired the spouse of sundry colleges and universities, and dress indicated below, or visit our Internet through various projects aimed at Headquartered in Cranford, the SHERIFF a board member. I objected then and I that the board should do everything in its Web page at http://westfieldnj.com/ improving the community. In addi- JLEP is an organization of women WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR., Attorney object now. Hiring the relatives of board power to ensure this. Remember, our boosters. 737 Stokes Road Thanks again for your support. tion, a variety of social events are committed to improving their com- P.O. Box 1088 members is never in the best interest of contract grants final approval to the hosted throughout the year for mem- munities through effective action and Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 a school system. Board. Tom Cusimano, bers and their families. leadership of trained volunteers. CH-755511 (WL) Secondly, the board voted to pay the Football Program Chairman 4 T – 10/5, 10/12, 10/19 tuition for a master’s degree course be- Pat Knodel New members interested in volun- Membership is open to all area & 10/26/00 Fee: $163.20 Mountainside Westfield Boosters Association teering their time and talents are women over age 21. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, October 19, 2000 Page 19 Westfield Rotarians Name Downtown Westfield Corp. Chief Scutti Humantarian of Year Seeks Executive Director WESTFIELD – Dr. William J. gram for the local merchants and Foley, Westfield Rotary President, establishing a bicycle patrol unit. WESTFIELD — The Downtown ing major transition, and is becom- has announced the Charles P. Bailey Additionally, Mr. Scutti has served Westfield Corporation (DWC) has ing a renowned shopping and enter- begun a national search for an Ex- tainment destination,” said Doug Humanitarian Award will be made as President of the Union County and on Thursday, November 16, to re- the New Jersey State Associations of ecutive Director of the Westfield Schwarz, DWC Chairman. “This tired Westfield Police Chief Anthony Chiefs of Police. He is also active in Special Improvement District (SID). position presents an outstanding op- The search follows the resignation of portunity for an ambitious, hands-on Scutti. the Westfield UNICO chapter and was named its man of the year in Michael La Place who left to take a director who can unite volunteers 1990. position as Director of Community and business owners to continue Development in Plainsboro. Westfield’s success as a thriving busi- “Westfield is fortunate to have a dedicated person like Anthony Scutti The full-time manager will be re- ness community and to sustain growth who has given so much to the com- sponsible for implementing the well into the next century.” downtown revitalization programs The board has approved a job de- munity,” Dr. Foley stated. “He pro- vided more than 40 years of service outlined in the annual budget of scription for the position and ap- to our community. The Westfield $300,000. pointed a search committee to re- The Executive Director will work view applicants. Primary qualifica- Rotary is pleased to have the oppor- tunity to present him with the Charles with SID board members, district tions for the job are a bachelor’s P. Bailey Humanitarian Award.” stakeholders, town government and degree (master’s degree preferred), volunteers to coordinate activities strong communication and interper- The award will be presented on November 16 at Echo Lake Country under the four major areas of design, sonal skills, and experience in one or promotion, economic development, more of the following areas: Club. Tickets for the event can be Courtesy of Pilot Air Freight and organization. Community or Community and obtained from Jane Sentivan at 611 BUSINESS IS BOOMING...Long-time Westfield resident Mike Krivek stands Ardsleigh Drive, Westfield or by call- next to one his Pilot Air Freight trucks at the Hillside business. In addition, the Executive Direc- economic development, ing (908) 232-8892. tor will be the principal on-site staff • Planning and urban design, in- person for the program, with respon- cluding historic preservation, sibility for maintaining the SID of- • Non-profit management, SAGE Plans Program Westfielder Has Found Niche fice, keeping records and managing • Retail, marketing and small busi- To Address Stress the budget. ness development, Chief Anthony Scutti In Shipping Industry “Downtown Westfield is undergo- • Municipal government. This award is presented annually Felt by Caregivers • Additional skills in strategic and By PAUL J. PEYTON Pa.-based Gregory FCA Commu- Sunrise Assisted Living project planning, special event coor- to a Westfield resident who has ex- BERKELEY HEIGHTS – A five- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times nications, Inc., which represents dination and computer literacy are emplified outstanding dedication and part series entitled “Caring for You, HILLSIDE — What started out Invites Community To service to the community, Dr. Foley Pilot Air Fright, noted that the com- also desired. Caring for Me,” will be presented on as a summer job has become a pany was contacted by Barnes and Salary and benefits are commen- noted. The Selection Committee must Wednesdays, October 25, November Anniversary Festivities choose from among many persons career for Westfield resident Mike Noble on July 6 at 2 p.m. to deliver surate with experience. 1, 8, 15 and 29, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. WESTFIELD – Sunrise Assisted who are nominated by citizens inter- Krivek. 36,669 Harry Potter books (equal- Interested individuals can reply in at the SAGE Spend-A-Day Health Living of Westfield, located at 240 writing, with salary history to: Down- ested in the welfare of our commu- A Seton Hall University graduate ing 103,000 pounds) for 660 ship- Springfield Avenue, has invited the nity and who are appreciative of the Center, located at 550 Springfield with a degree in political science, ments to 202 stores nationwide — town Westfield Corporation Search public to attend its Third Anniver- Committee, 105 Elm Street, 2nd dedication of those who serve. Avenue in Berkeley Heights. Mr. Krivek worked at several air including Alaska and Hawaii — sary Celebration between 5 and 7 The award is given in memory of The workshops, aimed at relieving freight companies, starting as a cus- Floor. Westfield, 07090-3143 overnight. The books had to be in p.m. on Saturday, October 21. For additional information, please Charles P. Bailey, a former Mayor of some of the stress faced by caregivers tomer service agent in college and the stores that Saturday morning. Sunrise staff, residents, residents’ Westfield, and a Past President of the later progressing into sales positions, contact Meg Mehorter at (908) 789- of the elderly, are being given by The shipment was accomplished families and community members will 9444. Westfield Rotary Club. SAGE in cooperation with Rutgers after he received his degree. using American and Delta airlines. attend a cocktail party with live enter- Mr. Scutti has been a member of Cooperative Extension of Union “It’s (air freight) all I know. I All but two shipments were deliv- tainment provided by pianist Michael the Westfield Police Department for County and the Union County Divi- don’t know where political science ered on time, Mr. Krivek said. Allan Gaskin during the celebration. News over 41 years, beginning as a patrol- would have gotten me,” he said. “We handled about 1,500 ship- Children will be entertained by man in 1959. He was appointed Po- sion on Aging. Highlights The $10 workshop fee includes In 1986, Mr. Krivek and a partner ments in about two weeks for them,” magic program presented by Frank lice Chief in 1986. During his years DeMasi from 6 to 7 p.m. materials and refreshments. Pre-reg- (now deceased) bought a Pilot Air Mr. Krivek noted. with the police department, he has Freight franchise in the New York- For more information about Sun- served the community by re-estab- istration is required. For additional The Harry Potter phenomenon New Jersey region, an area cover- was not the only reason August was rise Assisted Living of Westfield or Warinanco Skating lishing the Neighborhood Watch Pro- information or to register, please call ing Rockland County, Staten Is- the anniversary celebration, please gram, introducing a Retail Theft Pro- (908) 654-9854. a busy month for Pilot Air Freight. call (908) 317-3030. Center Opens land and all of New Jersey. It is also the month when West Today that franchise has annual Nyack-N.Y.-based, Pearson ships Arc of Union County For 2000 - 2001 Season sales of $5 million and handles its college text books. ROSELLE – The Warinanco Ice Literacy Volunteers to Hold over 100 shipments daily. The com- Mr. Krivek said the company, Offers for Sale Skating Center in Roselle opened for pany boasts a 98 percent on-time which serves around 70 percent of Entertainment Books the 2000-2001 season on October 6. delivery rate. the nation’s colleges and universi- Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for Tutor Training Workshops Mr. Krivek noted that air freight AREA – The Arc of Union County, ties, makes its college textbook ship- a non-profit organization that serves children 17 and under and $4.25 for AREA – The Union County Affili- There is a fee of $15 to cover is a very competitive industry. Pilot ments in August and December, in senior citizens of 62 and over. Air Freight’s main competition more than 700 individuals with devel- ate of Literacy Volunteers of America supplies. For additional information, time for the fall and spring semes- opmental disabilities, and their fami- Discount card for Union County has announced its new 2000 Fall or to register for any of the work- comes from the likes of United ters. lies, is now selling entertainment residents who plan to skate on a Workshop programs for the training shops, please call (908) 518-0600. Parcel, Emory Air Fright and Fed- In order to handle the shipments, books. regular basis are on sale. The center of tutors. eral Express. Mr. Krivek said he hired a number Two editions are available: The is open everyday accept Monday. The first English as a Second Lan- Literacy Volunteers Located between Routes 22 and of temporary employees in addi- Northern New Jersey edition, featur- For more information, please call guage Workshop will be held at the Seek Board Members 78 in close proximity to Newark tion to his staff of 25. Staffers work ing Essex, Union, Hudson and East- (908) 298-7850. Kenilworth Library. Registration will International Airport, Mr. Krivek two shifts; from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. and ern Morris Counties, for $20, and the * * * * * take place at 6 p.m. on Monday, AREA – The Union County Affili- noted that Pilot Air Freight “ships from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. The staff Central New Jersey version, featuring Augustine Unveils October 30. Classes will be held ate of Literacy Volunteers of America anything and everything.” Middlesex, Somerset, Hunterdon and from 6 to 9 p.m. on October 30, includes office support employees, is seeking new members for its Board “We can handle any size pack- sales personnel, drivers and dock southern Union Counties, for $30. Legislation for Scooters November 6, 13, 20 and 27 and De- of Directors. ages — whether it be one pound or Both books offer two-for-one sav- cember 11. workers. Private truck drivers are SCOTCH PLAINS – State Assem- The board serves as the governing 20,000 pounds,” he explained. also utilized to handle shipments. ings on restaurants and discounts with blyman Alan M. Augustine (R-22nd) The next English as a Second Lan- body of Literacy Volunteers of Union Mr. Krivek’s company operates Continental Airlines, Holland America guage Workshop will be held at the Although the bulk of Pilot Air of Scotch Plains has introduced leg- County, which make the major deci- out of a 15,000-square-foot facility Freight’s business is corporate, resi- Line, Avis, National, Alamo and Hertz islation to regulate the use of scoot- Hillside Community Center, with sions on how best to serve the resi- car rentals, as well as movies, bowling registration to take place on Wednes- and includes 25 employees and a dential orders are handled for such ers. dents of Union County in matters of fleet of six trucks. and sports. Assembly Bill 2805 requires chil- day, November 1, at 6 p.m. retailers as Neiman Marcus. The Arc provides residential and literacy. Among Pilot’s major clients are “We do a lot of deliveries in the dren under 14 to wear a helmet when Classes will be held from 6 to 9 Literacy Volunteers is a nation- educational services, transportation, p.m. on November 1, 8, 15 and 29, Barnes and Noble and Pearson Edu- Westfield area for Nieman Marcus’ riding a scooter. In addition, it allows wide organization which provides cation. The company sends most of child care services, clinical services towns to prohibit the riding of scoot- and December 6 and 13. catalog,” Mr. Krivek observed. and family support through its 21 The last English as a Second Lan- free tutoring in literacy and English its freight via Continental and Delta ers on property under the The company also ships women’s group homes, five work centers, two municipality’s jurisdiction. guage Workshop will be held at the as a Second Language to adults over airlines, as well as other major air apparel as well as pharmaceuticals. age 18. The tutoring is done in one- child development centers, a private The legislation includes a fine of Elmora Branch of the Elizabeth Pub- carriers. A 20-year resident of Westfield, school, four special needs adult day lic Library. Registration will take to-one sessions or in small groups. In August, Pilot was given a heavy up to $25 for a first offense and a fine Mr. Krivek feels he is in a unique programs and an adult medical day of up to $100 for a subsequent of- place on Saturday, October 21, at 9 The organization is managed on a order to carry out – 660 shipments employment field. local, state and county level. care facility. fense. a.m. Classes will be offered on Octo- nationwide for the new Harry Pot- “I haven’t run into anyone in the Entertainment books may be ob- ber 21 and 28, November 4, 11 and Interested individuals are asked to Assemblyman Augustine’s bill ter book, “Harry Potter and the overnight freight field in this area. tained from The Arc of Union County, now heads to the Assembly’s Law 18, and December 2, from 9 a.m. to call the office of Literacy Volunteers Goblet of Fire.” Mostly everyone in Westfield are 1225 South Avenue, Plainfield, or by noon. of Union County at (908) 518-0600. and Public Safety Committee for Amy Martin Quinn, of Ardmore, stock brokers,” he joked. calling (908) 754-2459. review. 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PUBLICATION Stop & Shop Buys Out Tiffany’s Doubles Size Elm St. Edwards Market Of Westfield Pharmacy By MELISSA BETKOWSKI According to Jim Walsh, senior WESTFIELD — Just as the bridge two vitamin stores in the area. He Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times vice president of Stop & Shop’s New at Crossway Place has been rede- grew up in Irvington, with a phar- On Saturday, October 28, the York metro sales division, after mar- signed and reopened with a new look, macy on the corner near his home. Edwards Super Food Store on Elm ket research, it was discovered that so has Tiffany Natural Pharmacy at When he was in high school, Mr. Street in Westfield will close its doors the Stop & Shop name was more 1115 South Avenue West, in Bienko said he enjoyed working in a at 6 p.m. and begin converting to a recognizable to New York and New Westfield. pharmacy in Dunellen. He was al- Stop & Shop supermarket. Jersey consumers. Tiffany’s has more than doubled ways interested in science, so a ca- Last May, Ahold USA, the parent Edwards, Mr. Walsh said, is an their size, by taking over the vacant reer as a pharmacist was a natural for company for both store chains, de- “everyday low price” store, meaning cided to move 70 Edwards stores retail space next to them and com- him. that the chain does not offer weekly pletely renovating the facility. Dur- Mr. Bienko attributes his success from the Carlisle, Pa.-based Giant sales. Stop & Shop, on the other supermarket chain to Stop & Shop, a hand, is a “high/low” store, offering ing the renovations, they never had to the personalized service his cus- Quincy, Mass. company. weekly sales, and competing with to close the store. tomers receive from his experienced other stores that also offer weekly With remodeling the store, the store staff. A number of his employees Weichert Realtors sales. has increased their product lines to have been with the store for many After the conversion, which should include many of the contemporary years. Names Three New take six or seven days, customers alternative therapies to help treat or “Seventy percent of Americans will find “very clean, well- stocked, prevent disease, as well as continu- have tried some form of alternative Sales Associates customer-focused stores,” Mr. Walsh ing with the traditional pharmacy medicine. We feel our focus on natu- said. WESTFIELD — Marc Brenner of drugs that are dispensed with a ral remedies will meet the needs of He said that the store would be doctor’s prescription. our customers both now and in the Kenilworth has joined the Westfield clean from floor to ceiling with wide Office Weichert, Realtors as a Sales aisles with no clutter in them. Natural remedies carried include future,” said Mr. Bienko. Associate. Mr. Walsh also mentioned that the St. John’s Wart for depression, Cha- Maureen O’Connor is the Pharma- A newly licensed real estate pro- variety of products carried in the momile for relaxation, Valerian Root cist in Charge and a Westfield resi- fessional, Mr. Brenner brings sales store will match the needs of the for sleeping, and Ginseng for energy. dent for 10 years. The couple has two experience to his new position at store’s local environment, with spe- They have a full selection of vita- daughters, and are expecting a third Weichert. cial ethnic or cultural products being mins, including anti-oxidants. this winter. * * * * * offered. WESTFIELD — Dawn Thornton Tiffany’s has also doubled their “My girls attend the same schools Stop & Shop will place more em- gift and card departments, offering a their father attended when he was of Bloomfield has joined the ployees in the front end of the store, Westfield Office of Weichert, Real- large selection for birthdays, holi- growing up. There is a true sense of with baggers on each of the registers. days and special occasions. community in Westfield, and the pro- tors as a Sales Associate. Stop & Shop will also strive to SWEEPSTAKES WINNERS...The Osterman children from Westfield, Cecelia, A newly licensed real estate pro- connect with the community it serves. Anthony, Raymond Dominique and Thomas, were the winners of a computer Bogden Bienko, a registered phar- cess has come full circle with my fessional, Ms. Thornton brings mana- “It is obvious to me that a store system valued at $1,800 through the Scrunchy’s Bunch Kids Club Sweepstake. macist, is the owner of Tiffany’s as children being raised here,” said Ms. gerial, training and marketing expe- should connect with the community,” They pose here with Ernie the Keebler Elf and Scrunchy the ShopRite Bear at well as four other pharmacies and O’Connor. rience to her new position at Weichert. Mr. Walsh said. “We are going to be the ShopRite of Clark. She holds a bachelor’s degree from more active,” he said. Mr. Walsh said Montclair State University. that Stop & Shop stores will sponsor * * * * * youth sports teams and make dona- Dr. Matthews to Speak WESTFIELD — Paula Weckesser tions to local charities. has joined the Westfield Office of The manager of the Edwards store Weichert, Realtors as a Sales Associ- declined comment to The Westfield At Dyslexia Conference ate. Leader. WESTFIELD — Dr. Francie her private practice, located at 147 A newly licensed real estate pro- Stop & Shop supermarkets are New Matthews, Director of Francie M. Elmer Street in Westfield. Prior to fessional, Ms. Weckesser brings a England’s largest supermarket chain Matthews, Ph.D. and Associates in that Dr. Matthews was a Learning high school teaching experience to with 205 stores in Connecticut, Mas- Westfield, will again be among the Consultant for John F. Kennedy Hos- her new position with Weichert. She sachusetts, New York and Rhode Is- featured presenters at the Interna- pital in Edison and for Children’s is a graduate of St. Peters College in land. In 1999, Stop & Shop had sales tional Dyslexia Association, New Specialized Hospital in Jersey City. of $6.7 billion. Ahold USA, the par- Ms. Weckesser is currently a resi- ent company, is the fifth-largest food Jersey Branch Conference to be held Mountainside. dent of Edison. retailer in the United States. THIS Friday and Saturday, October PUBLIC NOTICE 20 and 21, at the Princeton Marriott/ Forrestal Village. BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Dr. Matthews will conduct a course PUBLIC HEARING MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2000 on “Diagnosing Dyslexia and Its 7:00 P.M. Impact Along the Oral-Written Con- 75 MARTINE AVENUE NORTH tinuum.” It will offer a current per- MAYOR AND COUNCIL CHAMBERS spective on diagnosing dyslexia and All interested citizens will be given an opportunity to present their opinion regard- explain associated language deficits ing which projects the Mayor and Council and their impact on reading and writ- should submit to the Union County Commu- nity Development Revenue Sharing Com- ing. mittee for Year XXVII funding at the above For 16 years, Dr. Matthews has time and place. For further information con- provided diagnosis and treatment of tact the Borough Clerk at 908-322-8236 Eleanor McGovern a full spectrum of learning disabili- Borough Clerk ties in preschoolers to adults through 1 T – 10/19/00, The Times Fee: $16.32 DOUBLES SIZE...Westfield Mayor Thomas C. Jardim, center, presides over FOR SALE BY OWNER the official ribbon cutting ceremony at Tiffany Natural Pharmacy, 1115 South Avenue West. Pictured, left to right, are: Maureen O’Connor, pharmacist; Mayor Jardim and his daughter, Cecile; Bogden Bienko, owner, and Darryl Walker, Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Chairman. Elizabeth Bataille Earns Awards From Burgdorff WESTFIELD – Elizabeth Bataille was honored with the Saleswoman of the Westfield office of Burgdorff of the Month for April with seven units sold, for August with 4.5 units sold and for the third time this year for September with sales of four units sold. A resident of Clark, she was a Charming North Side Colonial member of the New Jersey Associa- Beautiful home on large lot (50x200), many upgrades, freshly painted throughout, tion of Realtors Million Dollar Sales new carpets, this “Turn-Key” home is ready for immediate occupancy. Large Club from 1989 through 1999 and Living Room with bay window and new Fireplace, Master Bedroom with cedar lined closets, large 3rd floor Office/Bonus Room, 2 full Baths, 1 half Bath, 2nd has achieved Bronze Level from floor Laundry. Finished Rec. Room, Corian counters in updated Eat-in Kitchen, 1989-1996 and Silver from 1997- French doors lead to large 2-tiered deck overlooking picturesque yard. Central Air 1999. She has also attained the Conditioning. Skylights in new Bathroom and Bonus Room. Burgdorff ERA Awards for Leader’s Offered directly by the owner at $459,900. 908.654.4945 Circle in 1999 and the Distinguished Sales Club in 1999 and 2000. She also ranks in the top 10 per- cent of over 850 Burgorff ERA sales associates and has also ranked seven HYE-YOUNG CHOI KAY GRAGNANO in closed units in the company. He is Sales Associate Sales Associate also a member of the company’s elite Combine Talents To Offer This Elizabeth Bataille President’s Club for the year 2000. 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Coldwell Banker is a registered trademark of Coldwell Banker Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. ©1997 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Each Office Independently Owned and Operated. Equal Housing Opportunity. Each Office Independently Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, October 19, 2000 Page 21 – CLASSIFIEDS – The Simple Truth About Selling Houses HELP WANTED HELP WANTED HELP WANTED ADMINISTRATIVE Real Estate Sales Retail floral sales, P/T. 20-30 hrs. More Buyers = Faster Sale = Better Price & Terms ASSISTANT OCTOBER IS per week. Sales experience re- The Mountainside Police CAREER MONTH quired. Bunches Flower Com- Department is accepting AT PRUDENTIAL pany, 21 Elm Street, Westfield. How does Burgdorff ERA do this? With our Proactive applications for a full time NEW JERSEY REALTY (908) 518-0400 Marketing Plan and by placing your listing on the Administrative Assistant to the Income opportunities are better DRIVERS WANTED Chief of Police. The position is than ever. come to any of our Multiple Listing Service where all member Realtors available immediately. Experi- Career Nights & learn about Li- For Westfield limo service. Part- have the opportunity to sell your home. ence with proven computer, censing Procedures, Income Po- time - nights & weekends. Must organizational, and administra- tential, Work Schedule/hours & have clean license, neat ap- tive skills a must. College or Training Programs. pearance & know the roads. secretarial school degree is (908) 232-8878 We’re Selling Houses!! helpful. A full benefits package Weekly Seminars throughout Oc- is offered. Applications avail- tober at our Westfield office able at Mountainside Police 215 North Ave., West DRIVER WANTED Department, 1385 Route 22 Call 1-800-345-9624 ext 63 for dates, times and F/T, flexible hours. Deliver and East, Mountainside. Applica- install appliances. No experience tions close on 10/31/00 at 4:00 additional locations or look at necessary. pm. Any and all previous appli- (908) 233-0400 Salesperson of The Month cations and/or resumes will not www.PruNewJersey.com be reviewed. All applicants must HELP WANTED complete a new application and HELP WANTED Elizabeth Bataille pass background and drug test- HAIR SALON MANICURIST 4 Units Sold ing. No applications will be sent Seeks Assistant, Manicurists, Hair FT/PT. Manicures, pedicures, tips by mail. The Borough of Stylist w/license. Busy shop, sal- & acrylics. Busy Westfield salon. Mountainside is an EOE. ary, vacation, comm., education. Call (908) 232-8843 Health care avail. HELP WANTED (908) 654-4849 HELP WANTED EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR HELP WANTED Secretary, part time weekend, The Downtown Westfield Corpo- wanted for Union-Millburn area ration (DWC) seeks an Executive P/T BOOKKEEPER - full charge, funeral home. Light typing and Director to manage the Westfield 2 days per week. Submit resume good phone skills required. Special Improvement District. to Paul M. Grieg, Winfield Mutual Call Karen at (908) 964-1503 Westfield, NJ (population 29,000) Housing Corporation, Roosevelt is a historic community 20 miles Dr., Winfield Park, NJ 07036 HELP WANTED west of NYC with a mix of national (908) 486-5015. Waitress, hostess, cashier. Full/ and independent retailers and res- HELP WANTED part time. Apply in person. taurants. The director will work Tarantella’s Ristorante. with board members, district POLICE OFFICER (732) 396-3700 stakeholders, town government, The Mountainside Police and volunteers to coordinate Department is accepting SALES FROM YOUR HOME downtown revitalization activities, applications for the position of including design, promotion, busi- AVON Probationary Police Officer. Be your own boss, start your own Susan Dinan Elaine Demyen Cathy Splinter ness recruitment/retention and Candidates must be PTC organization. business! Sales from home. 3 Units Sold 3 Units Sold 3 Units Sold certified and obtain EMT Call Debbie (908) 322-7008 Qualifications: Must be an ener- certification prior to completion Tied for 2nd Place Tied for 2nd Place Tied for 2nd Place getic, organized, "hands-on" man- of probationary period. Applica- SITUATIONS WANTED ager with strong interpersonal and tions available at Mountainside Also Tied for 2nd With 3 Units Each: Joyce Taylor and Saul Drittel communication skills. Back- Police Department, 1385 Route My reliable, honest cleaning per- ground in planning, urban design, 22 East, Mountainside. Appli- son is looking for small house or economic development, non-profit cations close on 10/31/00 at apt. cleaning position. management, retail, or marketing 4:00 pm. Only applications will Please call (973) 258-9365 preferred. Municipal government be accepted. Any and all or (908) 810-5343. experience is a plus. Compensa- previous applications and/or Leave message. resumes will not be reviewed. tion commensurate with experi- CLEANING ence. EOE. Reply in writing with All applicants must complete a salary history to new application and pass back- Polish woman is looking for more : Downtown Westfield ground and drug testing. No homes to clean - experienced, Corporation applications will be sent by mail. good references and transporta- Search Committee The Borough of Mountainside tion. 105 Elm Street, 2nd Floor is an EOE. 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Applicants must be a couple and WANTED TO RENT Candidates should be able to Eat-in Kitchen, Rec Room, multi-tiered deck and full basement, garage & Timberline roof. Near over 21 years of age. Familiarity Westfield - 2 professionals with 4- lovely 72’x192' landscaped lot. $649,900. school, town, & transportation. $359,900. handle stressful situations and with Westfield geography a plus. lb. dog - looking for 2 BR apt. for rotating shifts. The position is All training provided. Must be able $1,300/mo. Immediate occupancy available immediately. Basic to move in and be fully trained by thru Jan. ’01. Fisher Horner Telecommunicator certification Dec. 1st. Training time approxi- Assoc., broker, no fee. preferred. Experience and mately 3 weeks. Call (908) 322-6135 computer skills helpful. 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Coldwell Banker is a registered trademark of Coldwell Banker Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Each Office Independently Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 22 Thursday, October 19, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION David Palladino’s Music Corner A Review of Local Concerts Arts & Entertainment

Celticfusion Blends Music, Sample Area’s Finest POPCORN™ The Fabulous Greaseband, Cuisine During Meet The Parents Big Joe Henry to Perform Dance at State Theatre At National Guard Armory Taste of Westfield Comical Confrontation CRANFORD – The Cranford PBA By DAVID PALLADINO tured. WESTFIELD — A Taste of By Michael S. Goldberger Local No. 52 will host an evening Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times of music and dance on Saturday, Solo musical numbers were weak Westfield is set for Sunday, Octo- One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent NEW BRUNSWICK — Liam and oftentimes inappropriate. The ber 29, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Temple October 21, at 7 p.m. at the Na- 3 popcorns string of lovably intrepid shlumpfs who tional Guard Armory in Westfield Harney’s melding of traditional miscast black narrator/singer, who Emanu-El located at 756 East Broad have graced the silver screen before Celtic music and dance with mod- opened the concert, did not pos- Street, Westfield. Maybe it’s the menace Robert De him, is a modern update of the classic with The Fabulous Greaseband and ern styles was combined in his sess the correct voice or style for This fundraising event will fea- Niro’s characters are capable of sum- comic suitor. Cast from the very template special guest Big Joe Henry from Celticfusion, which was featured moning that enraptures our sense of that the likes of Chaplin, Keaton and New Jersey 101.5 FM Radio. creating a believable Celtic-Core ture a sampling of all the best humor so efficiently when he stars in a last week at the State Theatre in sound of circa 1850’s Ireland. Arbuckle etched in celluloid, the hope- For over 20 years, the Greaseband restaurants, bakeries and caterers comedy. less romantic is no quitter. New Brunswick. The pre-recorded, tinny sound- in Westfield and its neighboring has performed to sell-out audi- Perhaps we are relieved and simulta- He banks on the quixotic theory that, ences receiving rave reviews na- The production re-created a ing music was turned up a bit too communities. Samples range from neously enthralled at the prospect of all whatever the circumstances, love will somewhat stylized history of Irish loud which did not enhance the appetizers, side dishes and main that potential energy being harnessed tionwide. A staple of Jersey Shore out. So what if he’s a male nurse seeking nightlife, the Greaseband features influence on prevalent American sometimes echo-chamber like courses in French, Italian, Conti- for the creation of laughter instead of entree into a family chock-full of doctor dance styles such as classical and acoustics of the State Theatre. nental American, Chinese, etc. threat. It’s a transporting release. There is son-in-laws. Who cares if his utterly hits from 40 years of Rock and Roll. jazz. The merging of the styles The California troupe of Mr. Desserts will include gourmet always the disquieting possibility that reprehensible last name is virtually un- The band has performed at the ranging from pure, traditional Celtic within De Niro’s latest persona there pronounceable? And what harm is a little Spectrum in Philadelphia, New Harney has been touring the coun- pastries, cakes, cookies and home- lurks a Crazy Charlie (Mean Streets). antecedents to modern American try for the past several months. tete-a-tete with an overly zealous future York Stock Exchange, Giants Sta- made chocolates. Each participant Imagine if he were your dad and you father-in-law? It won’t kill him. Will it? mixed styles. Not just another Harney is a world champion Irish will receive a glass of complemen- dium and the White House. wanted to bring home your latest signifi- You’d have no problem answering The Greaseband has shared the Riverdance, Celticfusion focused step dancer who has starred in the tary wine and gourmet coffees cant other. Which is why he’s perfect in that question if the antagonist were more heavily on these non-tradi- London Production of Riverdance will be served with desserts. the often hilarious Meet The Parents. stage with Bruce Springsteen, Cindy represented by anyone other than Rob- Lauper and the Beach Boys, among tional pieces. and the Irish dance musical WAVES. Taste of Westfield benefits First He’s Jack Byrnes, the comfortably ert De Niro. He poses just the right For example, one of the many Harney’s talents were combined Night Westfield, the town’s annual ensconced master of a picturesque manse question mark. Unlike Harrison Ford’s others. dance numbers included dual with Kevin Patterson, the modern New Year’s Eve celebration. in Oyster Bay, Long Island. Surrounded unwieldy journey from leading man to Tickets are $35 each. Adult bev- dancing between traditional Irish by two daughters in their 20s, a teen- character actor as evidenced in What erages, food, wine, soda and as- dance style Director and Choreog- Tickets are $35 per person if aged son and an adoring wife (Blythe stepdancers and modern jazz danc- rapher of the production. Patterson purchased in advance, and $50 Lies Beneath (2000), the transition fits De sorted chips are included. Doors Danner), he is the epitome of American Niro like the proverbial old shoe. And open at 7 p.m. with showtime at 9 ers. The sequence ended with both also choreographed Harney’s per person at the door. prosperity. He says he’s retired from the styles melding to create a new because he appears to be genuinely p.m. Tables for 10 will be reserved moves in Riverdance. The Westfield Y is offering a Kids rare flower business. But we know enjoying his thespic change of venue, it modern version. For information or tickets to pro- Night Out at the same time for better. How else would you explain the on a first come first served basis. makes his Devilish fomentations all the Tickets should be reserved early. Other numbers featured pure ductions staged at the State The- parents with children ages 3-10. lie detector in his secret basement hide- more diverting. ballet and jazz styles including the atre, please call (732) 246-7469; Kids Night Out tickets are $12 per away? Bearing the brunt of this inquisitorial All proceeds from this fundraiser Dance of Death segment of the (877) STATE11; or visit child. Children participating at the That’s precisely what’s puzzling Ben assault, Stiller does his comedy-team will benefit the sick, death and Banshees during the plague time. Stiller as the visiting boyfriend, Greg, parents proud. Adroitly making the un- welfare fund of Cranford PBA Lo- www.StateTheatreNJ.org. Kids Night Out will start with din- when his snooping ways take him down An enjoyable evening of diversi- ner with the choice of pizza or derdog the hero, he wisely leaves just cal No. 52. to his host’s hidden catacombs. Needless enough doubt about Greg to keep the For more information and to fied styles was enjoyed by the near chicken nuggets, drinks and des- to mention, he is caught. And thus capacity audience which sincerely viewer slightly off balance. What he and order tickets, please call Sergeant Mystery, Sci Fi Writers serts. Age appropriate activities will begins a series of uneasy confrontations De Niro lack in natural chemistry, they appreciated the top notch dancers be offered for the rest of the evening as potential father-in-law and possible Frank Hanley at (908) 709-7344 or make up for in skill and talent. Lieutenant Steve Wilde at (908) who were primarily drawn from To Visit Town Book Store ranging from movies, arts and crafts, son-in-law square off in ritualistic com- But bottom line, this is a farce. California. Eight awesome male bat. At issue is the fair hand of Pam, 709-7358. WESTFIELD – The Town Book organized sports and games. Hence while the love story aspect of and 30 female dancers were fea- Tickets for A Taste of Westfield nicely played by Teri Polo. the tale has its sweet moments, as in Store of Westfield will host two Like De Niro’s last comedic outing, any number of Marx Brothers movies and Kids Night Out are now on Analyze This (1999), Meet The Parents is author appearances this weekend. sale at the Westfield Y, 220 Clark it is merely a prop in the employ of that On Saturday, October 21, from funnier than it has any right to be. The purpose. In fact, Miss Polo as the well Editorial Street in Westfield. Please call (908) script by Jim Herzfeld and John Ham- RECOMMENDED 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Jonathan scrubbed and winsome WASP prin- 233-2700 for more information. burg is inspired, but not ingenious. And cess is quite reminiscent of the typi- OCTOBER CONCERTS Harrington will be in the store to while the shtick that the dueling future CONTINUED FROM PAGE 24 AT STATE THEATRE cally unwitting ingenue of that era. promote his newest mystery, in-laws lay down is quite convivial, it is And Blythe Danner as her mom is a pile of green turtlenecks that fell also often predictable. every bit the breathless observer that on the floor while dodging a dis- 19 Thu. 8 p.m. “Death of Cousin Rose.” Copies of Mr. Harrington’s first book, “Sec- Yet a happy synergy of buoyant ele- Margaret Dumont perennially portrayed play rack of delicate Lenox figu- Ballet Nacional de Caracas Commercial ments makes director Jay Roach’s zany for the boys. 20 Fri 8 p.m. ond Sorrowful Mystery,” will also effort more comical than the sum of its So, the question is, how funny is it? rines nearby. Half of the time, my Philharmonia of Nations be available. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 24 jokes. Plus the filmmaker exhibits a Well, it’s no Something About Mary cousin must yell across the store, 21 Sat. 3 p.m. New Jersey author Russel Like heavyweights such as Sony facility for filling his scenario with sup- (1998). But you can figure on one true “Do these boots look good on me?” portive comic business. roar, two or three legitimate guffaws, six while I’m outside the store because Peter Pan will be in the store to promote his through the ad agency Young & For instance, there’s the matter of 7 p.m. hearty laughs, a dozen or so cackles, a I can’t get through it. Meanwhile, science fiction book, “After the Rubicam, Coca-Cola via Leo Greg’s last name. Suffice it to note, it steady stream of heh, hehs and countless Peter Pan Blue.” Without profanity and adult Burnett International and shares a pronunciation with a German approving nods. Which doubtless makes the store clerks are scowling be- 22 Sun. 7 p.m. situations, Mr. Like has penned an MasterCard through McCann fighter aircraft, other than Meet The Parents worthy of your funny cause I’m trying to answer her in a Paul Anka ideal story for children at adult Erickson. Past accounts also in- Messerschmitt. And because just the bone’s acquaintance. loud, yet reasonable tone. 24 Tues. 8 p.m. slightest typographical error would reading levels. clude Levi’s, McDonalds, Kellogg’s, To these inconsiderate and in- Veriovka - Ukranian National Nike, Pepsi, Bell South, FOX doubtless compromise the standards * * * * * Song and Dance For those who cannot attend, of this fine family newspaper, it won’t Meet The Parents, rated PG-13, is a hospitable store owners I plead Sports, America On-Line, ESPN, be printed here. 26 Thu. 8 p.m. autographed copies of these books MTV and Disney. Universal Pictures and Dreamworks Pic- – “Get a conscious and widen may be reserved by calling The But Vaudeville-like references to tures release directed by Jay Roach and the aisles. Someday, it will be Die Fledermaus - Western According to Mr. Librati, the com- Greg’s homonymic handle form one of Town Book Store at (908) 233- stars Robert De Niro, Ben Stiller and Teri your turn to steer the ship through Opera Theater mercial is expected to air within a the film’s several running gags. Like the Polo. Running time: 105 minutes. 3535. few weeks. good-natured jabs about his Jewish heri- these choppy waters.” tage or Jack’s uncharacteristic adoration for his peculiarly trained cat, Mr. Jinks, they humorously serve as mini sub- Godspell texts. However, Meet The Parents enjoys the CONTINUED FROM PAGE 24 good fortune of possessing that comic je ne sais quoi that ferries it past the limits the disciples. This is most important. It Unfortunately, it was a stilted, “look of its simple comedic structure. Like a is confusing to have an actor play one at us, this is a song, so we are dancing comedian who happily goes on a roll of the speakers, and then disappear, now” sort of dance. It completely after providentially winning the not to be seen for the rest of the broke the magic and read untrue. audience’s approval, Mr. Roach’s rather performance. “Prepare Ye,” is not a dance num- standard effort is inspired to burst for the When John the Baptist arrives ber, it is the realization of Jesus’ divina- fences once viewers buy into its prepos- onstage singing “Prepare Ye”, the tion and a celebration of love. Move- terous plot and get into the rhythms of its thinkers/disciples should rejoice in ment is necessary, yes, but it should very own insanity. Think about it. What the excitement of what is to come, come from the heart. The dancing bridegroom-to-be would still stick around passionately running forward to be should be a ceremony. It should feel after being manacled to a polygraph baptized. What happened at CDC like, “I am so joyous right now, I must machine and then mercilessly interro- was odd. A large group of people leap into the air!” It cannot come gated by his intended’s demonic father? came forward and began to dance. across artificially, as in “this is a big You see, Ben Stiller’s Greg, like the number, folks, so we’re gonna dance!” The show began on this synthetic note, and it ruined the spirit of the piece. There was no connection between these people and Jesus, so it weakened the bond that is the very through-line of the story. When Jesus ultimately says goodbye to these followers, it is meant to be touching and deeply, deeply sad. At the perfor- mance that I attended at CDC, it felt fake and “acted.” And that is horribly injurious to a production of Godspell. Without getting into specifics, a lot of the song and dance numbers felt “staged.” The parables were often cute, but could have been much clearer and far more inventive. There is so much room to be innovative with a show like this, but this produc- tion was rather unimaginative and unpolished. It was hard to under- stand, as this was a very talented cast Tarantella's Restaurant in and one could easily see that they all “Let Chef Michael Cook for You!” had the right stuff to present this piece in the spirit that it was intended. All orders are prepared with Clark creates Italian The finale was also unnerving. The ensemble surrounded Jesus on the fresh ingredients dishes that are just the cross, writhing and swaying in agony, but not one moment of it felt real. I have We prepare large orders for way your mother would seen productions of Godspell where large eaters and small orders the cast is wailing in pain as they realize cook them –with Old World that they have killed their leader. Done for small eaters. properly, the finale can rip your heart style, fresh, with the finest out. It felt cold and rehearsed at CDC. Daily Specials This is not the fault of the cast. There herbs and ingredients and were many fine performers on that Children’s Menu Available stage who truly committed to what robust with authentic Ital- they were doing. All cast members Take-Out Orders Available were charming, particularly Rick Brown ian flavor. And there's of- as John/Judas, John Schweska as Jesus, Let Us Cater Your Next Function and tribe members Melissa Loderstedt, Matthew Nazzaro, who had a glorious ten a line at the door or a voice, Molly Frieri, Ginger Burd, Tif- fany Wilson, F.J. DeRobertis, Matthew list of reservations to Beams and Sandy Howard. Ed Wittel was also delightful as a strolling min- prove the restaurant's strel who participated in most of the Full Bar performance, adding music and song. popularity. I do encourage people to go see this production. It is not a bad rendition in --Michelle H. LePoidevin any way. It just could have been tighter, more focused and true. CDC is a terrific The Westfield Leader company and I look forward to seeing more of their work in the future. Godspell was directed and choreo- 1199 Raritan Rd, Clark graphed by Janice Lynn, and musi- cally directed by Alissa Corritore. Corner of Central Avenue CCD veteran Liz Howard, produced, and Art Kusiv stage managed the 732-396-3700 production. It will run on Fridays and Visit us on the web www.tarantellas.com Saturdays at 8 p.m. until October 28. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, October 19, 2000 Page 23 Silver Snowflake Sale to Offer Altagracia Hicks Handcrafted Holiday Items Halloween CONTINUED FROM PAGE 24 A&E ing Spanish more fun. point…for them (the readers) to real- Teaching Spanish is extremely re- ize what the poem is about – real life.” WESTFIELD – The Presbyte- and there is no admittance fee. Preview warding and enjoyable for Hicks. As An example of this can be found in rian Women of The Presbyterian For more information, please a poet, Hicks seeks to educate her her poem, “Blackness,” which begins Church in Westfield will hold their call the church office at (908) readers against the ignorance of not each stanza with the burning ques- Fifth Annual Silver Snowflake 233-0301. Halloween Activities to Begin understanding, accepting and embrac- tion: “What is it to be Black?” Hicks ties Christmas Sale on Saturday, No- ing those of different races, most in references to rappers, television vember 4, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in especially individuals who disapprove shows, clothing labels, and color de- the Assembly Hall of the church With Pumpkin Painting at Chelsea of interracial couples. scriptions to effectively drive her point at 140 Mountain Avenue. Westfield Craft Market Hicks bridged gaps of others’ igno- home. Her poetry speaks to a conscience The sale will feature several FANWOOD – The Chelsea at On Tuesday, October 31, Hal- rance when she brought her poem, On Tap at Armory Fanwood Assisted Living Resi- loween Trick or Treat Celebration “Blackness” to a group of black lead- which may not be quite ready or open handmade items including orna- ers making a difference for Black enough to face these questions. To ments, quilts, baked goods, stock- WESTFIELD – The 17th An- dence will host events to mark for Children will offer a safe trick Halloween, beginning with a or treating experience within the America within a telecommunications that, Hicks’ verses respond – “Wake ing stuffers and more. nual Fall Westfield Craft Market company. up and smell the coffee.” And after the The Quilting Group of the will be held at the National Guard pumpkin painting celebration. community from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Both events are free. Light refreshments will be served. After reciting the poem, she re- reader’s eyes are open, they never church has hand-quilted a queen Armory in Westfield on October called, “Everyone was quiet and taken close and drift back to prejudice. 27, 28, 29, November 3, 4 and 5. On Monday, October 30, chil- For more information about aback. Silence broke and people ap- Between her quest to change the size Christmas quilt which will be dren may paint pumpkins and these events, please call Director auctioned off through written Each weekend, 130 different art- proached me. It was really interesting. biases of the world, Hicks will con- ists will display a diverse array of enjoy treats and light refreshments of Community Relations Marjorie They asked me, ‘Did you really expe- tinue touching lives as a Spanish bids. The sale will also feature a at 3:30 p.m. Please make reserva- Deas at (908) 654-5200. large and unique variety of items fine art and contemporary crafts rience this?’” teacher, scribing about personal expe- including woodworking, pottery, tions no later than Wednesday, Personal experiences have certainly riences, while considering penning a provided by SERRV and other October 25. Pumpkin Patch Event shaped the compelling verse of a Hicks book about one of her greatest pas- international organizations that gold and silver jewelry, blown glass and more. Show hours are Set at Parker Greenhouses poem. While munching on a crumb sions – her relationship with Suero support artisans from economi- cake, she recalled that the “blatant intermingled with some of the poetry cally disadvantaged regions of Fridays from 5 to 9 p.m., Satur- SCOTCH PLAINS – Parker days, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sundays ignorance” she encountered in Seville she has dedicated to him. the world. Get Spooked Greenhouses in Scotch Plains will – no one she met was familiar with a Hicks is currently enrolled in a lead- from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. A week- host its Pumpkin Patch Weekend, Black Dominican person before — ership program. She played saxophone These handcrafted items in- end pass is $6 and a two-week- clude furniture, nativity scenes, At Haunted House complete with a haunted hayride, made her uncomfortable even though at The Crossroads in Garwood, re- end pass is $10. Children under pumpkin coloring and 220 tons of she enjoyed spending time with the ceived second place for a dance she jewelry, toys, musical instruments, 10 are admitted for free. Parking WESTFIELD – The Westfield Rec- baskets, ornaments, and stock- pumpkins in all sizes, on Satur- people there. “Nevertheless, they treated choreographed in a modeling/dancing is free. No strollers please. reation Commission will sponsor a day, October 21, from 7 a.m. to 5 me very well,” she noted. competition through one of the biggest ing stuffers. Haunted House on Tuesday, Octo- “Something is lost in the transla- international and national modeling SERRV and other organizations p.m. and Sunday, October 22, from ber 31, from 5 to 9 p.m. at the 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. tion,” explained Hicks when discuss- competitions in the world held at the provide families with much Correction: Memorial Pool. Children and adults alike are ing the translation of her poems from Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City needed income and support lo- Last week, in a production error, Admission is $1 per person. Chil- welcome to join the festivities. Spanish to English. “It doesn’t convey in April of 1999. After the competition, cal economies. we incorrectly listed the address dren under 5 years of age are admit- Parker Greenhouses is located the emotion,” she said, adding that if she received five call-backs from well- Patrons are also invited to en- of Auberge Swiss Restaurant. The ted for free. All ages are welcome. at 1325 Terrill Road in Scotch Plains. she chose to write a book she would known model agencies of New York joy a light lunch at the Snowflake For more information, please call For more information, please call stick with the Spanish language. City and Pennsylvania. correct address is: 331 Springfield Describing her specific technique “Possibility and creativity equal hap- Café. Avenue in Berkeley Heights, (908) the Westfield Recreation Department (908) 322-5555, Extension No. There is ample free parking at (908) 789-4080. of repetition in her poetry, Hicks said piness,” concluded Hicks, “It’s okay to 665-2310. We regret the error. 8884. it helps her “to emphasize her throw your hat over the wall.” October 27.28.29 November 3.4.5 Westfield Art Craft Market Show Information800/834-9437 Armory 732/815-4875

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Poet Altagracia Hicks of Westfield Pen and Ink

By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN Dismantles Stereotypes With Robust Verse Shopping With Toddlers In Department Stores: By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN (SPFHS) to recite Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times “Lo Fatal” (“That Always A Tight Squeeze SCOTCH PLAINS/WESTFIELD Which Is Fatal”) by – Looking out upon the landscape of Rubén Darío of Last Friday evening at the the Dominican Republic at the age Metapa, Nicaragua, Bridgewater Commons, I was of 12, Westfield resident Altagracia who is the most Hicks became inspired by the pan- representative fig- forced to push my goddaughter David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times through a car wash. Well, actu- POSIES FOR THE CAMERA...Piles of gorgeous flowers adorned Peri- orama and felt compelled to jot ure of modernism, winkles on Elm Street in preparation for the filming of a commercial by down her reflections through po- Hicks said she was ally, it was a pile of Liz Claiborne Moxie Pictures for New England-based Citizen Bank. etry. impressed by the sweaters and chinos that were As the sky’s evening stars cast a “profoundness” of glow over Hicks’ balcony, the young the poet who tightly packed together within SCOTCH PLAINS’ PAM THOMAS DIRECTS COMMERCIAL poet, then from Scotch Plains, who “talked about life an aisle that even the Invisible had spent a summer vacation in the and death, depth Man couldn’t squeeze through. Dominican Republic with her mother and feeling.” My cousin, Amy’s mother, ‘Any Town USA’ Found for three months, began to sample Recalling the the power of the written word. words of Darío, smiled at me and cautioned, “I began thinking and writing little Hicks referred to a “There is no way to shop around poems,” Hicks told The Westfield portion of the with a stroller,” adding that few In Westfield Landscape Leader and The Times of Scotch poem, “Lucky the people are considerate enough Plains-Fanwood last Saturday after- tree that hardly noon over a cup of joe at Starbucks. feels anything, to even open a door for a parent Bundled casually in a cozy sweater more so the hard For Bank Commercial with blue jeans, the poet who is part rock that does not Dominican and part African-Ameri- feel anything at all.” By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN front of Periwinkles on Elm Street can, deduced that the goal of her This poet and her Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times with an elaborate display of flow- poetry is to “tear down preconcep- recitation was the WESTFIELD – Moxie Pictures, a ers and a table with chairs. The tions people have and just to em- motivation behind bi-coastal commercial production facade of the vacant bank was brace different people and love, her penning “Pasa company, has selected portions of given a minor face lift, clearing the create love amongst everyone.” La Vida.” Courtesy of Bernadine Liebrich Westfield to serve as the frame- way for the bright green Citizen Selected by her Spanish teacher at After graduating Altagracia Hicks at Union Catholic High School work for a commercial commis- Bank sign. Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School SPFHS in 1992, preparing for her lessons. sioned by New England-based Meanwhile, production person- Hicks matriculated Citizen Bank. nel set up camp in front of the at Georgetown University, majoring Last Friday the 13th, production in Spanish with a minor in business. “I threw my hat over the wall,” said newspaper’s office while cameras Hicks, recalling her decision to re- struggling to get through with a began for exterior shots, which captured the ideal shot of a beige While studying abroad in Seville, Spain, she met her fiancé Westfield turn to Spain. “Then, you take your- child in toe. “You would think included Westfield’s neighbor- Volvo with Massachusetts license self over too. You’ve got to climb,” hoods, Quimby and Elm Streets, photographer Jorge Lopez Suero, of that they would know better.” plates combing Elm Street during Spain. On a leap of faith, Hicks she remembered with a wide grin. and the former location of most of the morning hours. Upon returning to Scotch Plains, Praises and kudos go out to all CoreStates Bank on the corner of returned to Seville after Georgetown, While the commercial’s script looked for a job and found her niche Hicks, then 22, was employed as an parents and guardians who must Elm and North Avenue. Filming of called for child actors to play punch administrative assistant for a Russian navigate their strollers through interior landscape, such as the teaching English at Business & United buggy for every ATM they can Schools in Seville. computer programming firm which teensy aisles designed by incon- inside of the vacant bank, is ex- spot, these young actors were re- placed computer-savvy individuals. pected to resume today. cast for the commercial the evening Always eager to learn, Hicks taught siderate personnel in charge of “Westfield has a nos- herself Russian. displays at department stores talgic feel,” Moxie Pic- Pasa La Vida From November 1998 to June of and beyond. tures Location Manager this year, Neptune High School, a While these establishments aim Ernie Librati told The public school in southern New Westfield Leader and The La vida pasa, pasa la vida. Jersey, was fortunate to have Hicks to supply lots of merchandise Life passes by, life passes by and choices to the consumer, Times of Scotch Plains- Que hacemos con tantos dias on its staff as a Spanish teacher. Fanwood while on loca- What do we do with so many days This September, following a desire they are oblivious to the fact that tion. He added, “The ARTIST OF THE WEEK De la vida que conocemos? to teach at a private Catholic high the consumer must actually get town has that element of Of the life that we know? school, she began instructing the through the store to purchase brick buildings, nice Que pasa, dia tras dia, Spanish language to grades 9-12 at banks and little shops.” Meryl Streep That passes, day after day, Union Catholic Regional High any of the wares offered. While Cranford, Noche tras noche? School in Scotch Plains. I would like to see one of Clifton, Montclair and Night after night? At the moment, Hicks is enthusi- these merchants try to get the (1945- ) Y todavia no sabemos para Westchester, Bronxville Que vivimos. astic about using the laptop com- rubber wheels of a stroller oc- By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN And still we don’t know what we puters at Union Catholic to en- cupied by a 2 1/2 year old past Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times live for. hance instruction and make learn- Continued on Page 22 Continued on Page 22 Funny what a bottle of hair dye and Que hacemos con el tiempo, contact lenses can do for a woman. What do we do with the time, Summit-born actress Mary Louise pasando tan rapido, pero tan Streep discovered that fact when she lento. ditched her mousy haircolor for bril- Passing so quickly, but so slowly. Michelle H. LePoidevin for The Leader/The Times liant blonde and her eyeglasses as Lloramos? Nos deprimimos? FACE LIFT...The vacant bank on well. Almost overnight, Streep’s popu- TakeTake thethe StageStage Do we cry? Do we become de- the corner of North Avenue and larity shot through the roof and the pressed? Elm Street is spruced up for the titles of cheerleader and homecom- La vida es algo que nunca se WITH KERRIANNE SPELLMAN CORT commercial while a member of ing queen came soon after. entendera. the production company checks Overall, Streep earned her stripes Life is something that will never the flower display. when it was announced that she tied be understood. with fellow actress Katherine Se vive, pero no se vive. Earnest Cast Gives before shooting. Otherwise, Mr. Hepburn for the greatest total num- You live it, but you don’t live it. Librati related that everything else ber of acting Academy Award nomi- Se va. Se va y vuelve a has run smoothly – including as- nations. It leaves. It leaves and then re- Godspell Their Best Michelle H. LePoidevin for The Leader/The Times sistance from Westfield Police in Bernardsville and Basking Ridge turns redirecting traffic and accommo- were also the stomping grounds for Nuestros ojos, para que A NEW BANK?...A sign for Citizen veamos que la vida pasa, Bank leans against the former dating the needs of the film crew. Streep. While she was initially in- By KERRIANNE SPELLMAN CORT at CDC in the past and I wanted to trigued by opera, she became active To our eyes, so that we can see Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times love this one as well. I always CoreStates bank, waiting for pro- Regarding a recent ordinance that life passes by, duction. which requires a fee to be paid by in Bernardsville High School’s drama CRANFORD —For the first show hesitate to say anything negative productions. She later took her tal- Pasa la vida. of their 2000-2001 season, Cranford production companies to the Town Life passes by. about a community theater pro- and Dobbs Ferry in New York of Westfield, Mr. Librati said, “As a ents to Vassar College, and the Yale Dramatic Club (CDC) is presenting duction, as I am fully aware of the were also eyed for the commer- School of Drama on a three-year Que hacemos? the heartwarming and spiritual amount of work that goes into town, Westfield has always been scholarship. cial, Westfield made the cut be- great. They do the business. Why What do we do? musical classic, Godspell. these shows. cause of its “Any Town, USA” Her studies paid off. Streep be- Esperamos hasta que es Based on the Gospel According The hard work and countless not make the money? They de- came officially recognized by the appeal, according to Mr. Librati. serve it.” hora? Es hora de vivir, to St. Matthew, Godspell tells the hours of rehearsal that went into drama community when she cap- Do we wait until our time comes? tale of the last seven days in the life Other convincing factors included Moxie distributed a formal letter tured the Tony Award nomination this production of Godspell is evi- the quaint character of streets such This is the time to live, of Jesus Christ. Unlike the much dent, and several cast members to residents and local businesses for her performance in Arthur De disfrutar de todo. as Euclid and Walnut Avenues which would be affected by the darker and angrier Jesus Christ stand out notably. It is an admi- Miller’s A Memory of Two Mondays To enjoy everything. Superstar, Godspell is a joyous and which were captured for “driving filming. The document stated that in 1976. Esperaremos con la rable production, but it could have shots.” the company hoped to make the An Oscar nod followed for her paciencia. playful adaptation, utilizing a been so much better. CDC is more Throughout the day, residents production “mutually enjoyable.” compelling portrayal in The Deer We will wait with patience. troupe of “clowns” that act as Jesus’ than capable of offering fine theat- questioned Leader/Times staff Despite a scattered assortment Hunter. Before the end of the 1980s, Te esperaremos, te disciples. Set to the glorious music rical experiences, and clearly has members about why the commer- of a few disparaging comments she was awarded an Emmy for her esperaremos. of Stephen Schwartz and with a done so in the past. cial was not filmed on New En- from passersby, such as “No won- role in Holocaust, a mini-series on We will wait for you, we will book written by John-Michael In the opening sequence, “the gland soil. Mr. Librati explained der I couldn’t park my car and get NBC. However, she received her very wait for you. Tebelak, Godspell is an engaging prologue,” a group of great think- that Westfield was picked because first Oscar for her standout role as a and passionate piece. ers are present. Socrates, Martin my Dunkin’ Donuts coffee,” Vida - Vida que pasa, que it is “representative of New En- Westfielders seemed at ease with mother who walks out on her son The original production opened Luther, Sartre and others, boldly and husband in Kramer vs. Kramer. pasa at The Cherry Lane Theater in gland.” the minor inconvenience. Many Life - Life that passes by, that come forward and speak their Upon discussing past commer- She earned another Oscar for her Manhattan on May 17, 1971. It then minds about the meaning of life. noted that they are used to com- performance in Sophie’s Choice. passes by cials and television pilots filmed in mercials and cameras focusing on Delante de nuestros ojos, moved to the Promenade Theater The banter between these great While the 1990s did not prove the on the Upper West Side and played thinkers escalates into a song in Westfield, Mr. Librati revealed that their landscape. most successful era for Streep at the Before our eyes, Moxie is also familiar with the Mr. Librati noted that Quimby Que la veamos, pero no 2,124 performances. The transfer which they argue their points. box office, she made her comeback That we see it, but to Broadway was less successful, town’s landscape because he and Elm Streets “were more con- in The River Wild and The Bridges of When the argument reaches its (Librati) is the cousin-in-law of La vemos. opening on June 22, 1976, and pinnacle, (The Tower of Babble), trolled and not that heavily traf- Madison County. Another Oscar nod We don’t see it. Mayor Thomas C. Jardim and the ficked.” “We don’t want to be a came for her part in Bridges. lasting through 527 performances. John the Baptist appears in the commercial’s director is Scotch nuisance,” he added. Married to Don Gummer, a sculp- The 1973 film version of Godspell back of the house, alerting the Disfruta la vida y esperala. did very well at the box office and Plains native Pam Thomas. Moxie Pictures, which has cap- tor, Streep resides in Connecticut Enjoy life and wait for it. thinkers with a Shofar. starred Victor Garber (Titanic) and He begins to sing, “Prepare Ye, Throughout last Thursday, con- tured both Grand Clios and D & with her four children with the set- --By Altagracia Hicks struction crew members worked AD Awards, has worked with ting of a serene lake as the backdrop. David Haskell. the way of the Lord,” admonishing The beauty of Godspell is that it at a fevered pace to adorn the Continued on Page 22 the great thinkers to see the error is a timeless tale that allows the and arrogance of their ways. What cast to create its own spin on the should happen here, is the think- classic parables. Current events and ers relinquishing their famous per- recognizable characters have found sonas, and joyously running to their way into various productions John to be baptized. They then The Main Ingredient of Godspell, not at all weakening should leave the stage and pre- the true meaning of the story. pare to become the disciples. Originally the show was laden However, what happened at Sweet Potato Pecan Pie with a hippie mentality; the clowns CDC was utterly confusing, and were sort of flower-children and tragically so, as this is the opening 1 9-inch unbaked pie crust 1/4 tsp. ground cloves the show was filled with 1970’s number in the play and very im- 2 eggs 1/2 tsp. ground ginger humor. The message of the play is portant. Actors that were not ap- 1/2 tsp. salt 1 2/3 c. cream, light no less powerful in the year 2000. pearing as the great thinkers were 2 c. cooked, mashed sweet 3 tbsp. softened butter The troupe of clowns that find milling around upstage, not in- potatoes 2/3 c. brown sugar their way into Jesus’ world could volved in the scene, not really 3/4 c. sugar 2/3 c. pecans, chopped easily be doctors, lawyers and Wall doing anything, except decorat- 1 tsp. ground cinnamon Street brokers in today’s culture. ing the scenery. Who you are and what you do While I understand CDC’s deci- Bake sweet potatoes. After completely tender, peel and mash. for a living is not an issue in sion to have a larger cast and Remove all lumps. Beat eggs and fold in sweet potatoes. Add Godspell. What is important is why include as many people as they sugar, ginger, salt, cinnamon and cloves. Blend in cream and you choose to follow this man. can in a production, with Godspell, pour into pie shell. Bake in 400-degree oven for 45-55 minutes. The production currently play- it simply doesn’t work. An en- Michelle H. LePoidevin for The Leader/The Times Cool on rack. ing at CDC is filled with energetic semble is not necessary. You only CRUISING ELM STREET...Production crew members set up shop in front Topping: Combine butter, brown sugar and pecans. Cover pie of the newspaper’s office while watching a beige Volvo with Massachu- and talented performers who give need Jesus, Judas/John and the 10 with small spoonfuls. Broil five inches below heat until topping a truly earnest try at this passionate disciples. The great thinkers are setts license plates drive down Elm Street for the commercial. Traffic bubbles. Cool on rack. was halted by Westfield Police to get the perfect shot. musical. I have loved productions Continued on Page 22 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK