Ad Populos, Non Aditus, Pervenimus Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, April 3, 2014 OUR 124th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 14-2014 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS WF Council Presents Budget; Hears UCC Sports Complex Opposition By DOMINIC A. LAGANO committees work extremely hard, comments regarding the budget. “I Specially Written for The Westfield Leader but I think our finance policy com- am very proud of the budget that we WESTFIELD — At its regular mittee puts in the most are presenting tonight and the coun- public meeting Tuesday evening, hours…Every time I come into this cil will be considering. It really is a the Westfield Town Council pre- building whether it be a weekday team effort as the mayor suggested. sented the $38.7-million municipal night or a weekend, it always seems That team includes not only the budget for 2014. like they are in the chambers meet- Finance Committee members but Mayor Andrew Skibitsky and Fi- ing about the budget.” the mayor, the town council, (Town nance Policy Committee Chairper- Mayor Skibitsky also detailed the Administrator) Mr. (Jim) Gildea and son Sam Della Fera made brief recent rating upgrade by Standard our department heads, many of opening remarks regarding the work and Poor’s from AA+ to AAA as a whom are here tonight, that helped accomplished by the finance policy testament to the efforts of the fi- us put together a budget that I think committee and employees of the nance policy committee and evidences the fact that we take seri- town. Westfield’s employees in “being ously the responsibility of being “First of all, I want to thank the good stewards for the citizens of stewards of taxpayer funds.” budget committee on all their work,” Westfield.” Mr. Gildea next presented the mu- stated Mayor Skibitsky. “All of our Mr. Della Fera also made some nicipal budget via PowerPoint. The total municipal budget for 2014 is $38,671,928. After account- ing for municipal revenues, the tax levy for taxpayers is $26,185,518, which is an increase of 0.5 percent over last year’s budget and is lower than the state-mandated 2-percent Photo courtesy of Susan Francis tax levy cap law. MOVIN’ AND GROOVIN’…Franklin Elementary School in Westfield recently joined in the nationwide celebration of The owner of a home assessed at “Music in Our Schools Month” with two energetic vocal concert performances. Pictured are first- and third-grade classes $179,850, the average assessment moving and grooving to songs directed by Franklin music teachers Brent Geyer and Karen Romero. in the town of Westfield, will see their taxes increased by $63 for the year, or $5.25 a month. Essex County Men Charged The 2014 budget also incorpo- rates the hiring of one police officer and one firefighter for the town. Mayor Skibitsky stated that the 2014 In Westfield Carjacking budget will soon be available online WESTFIELD — Two Essex It was approximately 1 p.m. on man, later identified as Randleman, on the town’s website, located at County men are in custody and fac- Monday when the victim, a 62-year- took the keys to the victim’s Lexus www.westfieldnj.gov/. ing multiple charges in connection old female, arrived at her home on SUV and drove away. In other news, former mayor and with a Monday afternoon carjacking Minisink Way in Westfield and was A joint investigation by the Union Photo courtesy of Matthew Cognetti WAX MUSEUM…The fifth-grade classes from Washington Elementary School current Cranford Township Com- in Westfield, acting Union County approached in her driveway by an County Prosecutor’s Office, the in Westfield held their annual wax museum exhibit on February 11. The children mittee (CTC) member Tom Hannen, Prosecutor Grace H. Park announced unknown male wearing a mask, ac- Westfield Police Department and the dressed in part and memorized speeches as family and friends walked around the Jr. petitioned the town council to Tuesday. cording to the investigation. Follow- Mountainside Police Department re- exhibit donating coins. The children raised $625 for the Westfield Volunteer pass a resolution denouncing a Caavon Hinson, 24, and Lamar ing a brief struggle during which the vealed that Randleman then drove a Rescue Squad in honor of “Mr. Tony,” a school lunch aide for over 30 years at sports complex that is to be con- Randleman, 25, both of Newark, are woman was shoved to the ground, the CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Washington School, who recently passed away. structed by Union County College charged with first-degree carjacking, (UCC) at its Cranford campus. Ac- second-degree criminal conspiracy, cording to Mr. Hannen, the CTC and third-degree theft. Hinson addi- GW Owner Faces Questions passed a similar resolution at its tionally is charged with second-de- Mountainside Considers last committee meeting. gree eluding police, second-degree The $1.4-million sports complex aggravated assault, and third-degree On Plans for Mixed-Use Lot would be located adjacent to Colby aggravated assault, while Randleman Comcast Application By BRIAN TRUSDELL past 11 p.m., forcing Board Chair- Lane in Cranford and Gallows Hill additionally is charged with third- By KATE BROWNE which is protected by the First Specially Written for The Westfield Leader man Stephen Greet to adjourn the Road on the border of Cranford and degree resisting arrest, according to Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Amendment. GARWOOD – The owner of a meeting and to announce the pro- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 the prosecutor’s office. MOUNTAINSIDE — The Moun- Council members questioned a mixed-use property on South Avenue ceedings would continue at the panel’s tainside Borough Council tackled a representative from Comcast on the across from the Crunch fitness gym next gathering on Wednesday, April full agenda at its Tuesday work ses- company’s ability to continue to and his witnesses last Wednesday 23. County Not to Fund UCC sion. provide public access channels and faced another three-and-a-half hours The latest proposal, which Mr. The council began by conducting to ensure that Berkeley Heights pro- of questioning, oftentimes conten- Tsapatsaris estimated would cost a public hearing on Comcast gramming continues to be avail- tious, from officials and residents in “well in excess of $1 million,” was Field Project in Cap Budget Corporation’s application to renew able to Mountainside residents, as his bid to get the Garwood Planning largely similar to February’s proposal. By BRIAN TRUSDELL inmates to Medicaid. Mr. Hudak its franchise to provide cable ser- well as Comcast’s response to power Board’s approval to redevelop the The major difference was the removal Specially Written for The Westfield Leader said the move would relieve $1 vices to the community. Officials outages during the recent severe site. of one floor or residential space turn- ELIZABETH – Union County million to $2 million in costs from considered whether Comcast had weather. It was the third time in four months ing the property into a three-story College’s (UCC) plans to build a the county. substantially complied with the The council also reviewed sev- that Nick Tsapatsaris of LAND of NJ structure. Otherwise, it remained a soccer/lacrosse field with an athlet- The meeting was highlighted by terms of its service contract and eral bids for the resurfacing of New Inc. had gone before the board. He 150-foot by 100-foot structure that ics track near the rear entrance of Garwood resident Bruce Paterson, had the financial ability to provide Providence Road and Woodland submitted a second modified design would approximately double the cur- the Cranford campus apparently who used his five minutes to call the services which it has promised. Avenue and passed a resolution ap- at the board’s March 26 meeting that rent first-floor retail space to about will have to be done without county Mr. Hudak, who also is the chair- The two items which the members proving the transfer of a liquor li- would redevelop a single-family 5,000 square feet and include 12 apart- funds. The issue came to light dur- man of the Linden Democratic could not consider were rates, which cense held by ZLW Enterprises for home at 325 South Avenue and an ments on the upper levels. ing the March 27 Union County Party, a “political boss.” are governed by federal and state Raagini, a now-closed Indian res- adjacent property at 331 South Av- Along with Mr. Tsapatsaris, his freeholders’ meeting. He accused Mr. Hudak of statutes, and program content, CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 enue. wife and realtor, Stacey Tsapatsaris, During the public comment portion cronyism and being “100 percent That address includes the Panda traffic engineer Joseph Staigar and of the meeting, Cranford Commis- partisan” in his position on the House restaurant, the Wireless Point civil planner Kathryn Gregory laid sioner Tom Hannen, Jr. addressed the board, ignoring political “corrup- mobile phone store and the Ken Nails out LAND’s justification for seeking nine-member board, thanking Free- tion” and “criminality” and accept- salon, as well as a vacant space and variances on parking, buffering and a holder Chairman Christopher Hudak ing a $70,000 “low-show job” as three apartments on the second floor. loading area, as well as approval for for speaking with UCC officials about manager of events and promotions The frequently laborious and oc- the overall site plan. the township’s citizens’ “serious con- at Kean University. His accusations casionally heated inquiry extended CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 cerns” about the plans, particularly also included actions by Mr. Hudak flooding issues. as the Linden Democratic chair- Mr. Hannen, who spoke for less man, with Mr. Paterson saying Mr. than a minute, was accompanied by Hudak has overlooked nefarious several Cranford residents at the deeds by a local councilman and meeting, but who did not address intended to endorse the council- the board. man as a candidate for mayor. “Thank you for consideration and Mr. Hudak smiled and at times we appreciate the fact that it is not chuckled during Mr. Paterson’s included in the capital budget for time, finally interrupting him when this year,” Mr. Hannen said in com- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 pleting his remarks. UCC has unveiled plans to install Stop & Shop Expansion a synthetic turf field with a six-lane Application Appealed athletic track on a 4.2-acre wooded Photo courtesy of Gene Jannotti area near Gallows Hill Road, part of WESTFIELD – The Westfield GOOD IDEAS…Students listen to a presentation at The Young Entrepreneurs which is currently occupied by ten- Planning Board’s decision to approve Academy (YEA!) on March 26 at Westfield High School. The Greater Westfield nis courts. The construction would Stop & Shop’s application to expand Area Chamber of Commerce (GWACC) sponsors students in grades 9 through 12, require the removal of 700 trees. its Elm Street supermarket has been giving them the opportunity to become actual CEOs by taking them through the In previous public forums, nu- appealed by James Hughes, a resi- process of starting and running real businesses over the course of an academic year. merous Cranford residents have dent of Massachusetts Street who op- loudly opposed the plan. posed the application. PAGE INDEX The board also unanimously Attorneys for the planning board Photo courtesy of Sarah McGrail Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 9 GOOD DEEDS...Nick Chermak, left, and Michael McGrail clear litter at The adopted a resolution to “request and and Mr. Hughes did not return phone Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 11-17 Presbyterian Church in Westfield over the weekend. Boy Scouts from Troop No. compel the State of New Jersey to calls seeking comment on the lawsuit Police ...... 6 Real Estate .... 11-17, 20 72 also spent several hours trimming bushes and trees and clearing leaves. This comply” with the Affordable Care by The Westfield Leader’s press dead- Community ... 6-8, 18 Classifieds ..... 17 was by way of a good turn for the church, which sponsors the troop and provides Act – or Obamacare, shifting health line. The Leader will report on the Obituary ...... 8, 18 A&E ...... 19-20 the Scouts with a hall for their weekly meetings. care expenses of some county prison lawsuit in next week’s issue.

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Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader OUT WITH THE OLD...Workers sort electronic items at the Union County ‘FUN’ RAISER...Attendees at the 13th Annual Comedy Night Fundraiser to electronics recycling event at Union County College on Saturday morning. benefit F.O.P. research held Saturday night at the Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Brian Trusdell for The Westfield Leader Catholic Church in Mountainside enjoy the comedy routine, including Michelle PLANS FOR DEVELOPMENT...Nick Tsapatsaris, right, explains his applica- Charlesworth, ABC-TV Eyewitness News co-anchor, center. tion to redevelop 325-331 South Avenue at the Garwood Planning Board meeting on March 26 as Zoning Code Officer Victor Vinegra, center, and planning board secretary Adele Lewis, left, follow along. Garwood Planning Board CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Westfield Council While questions in previous meet- Garwood’s zoning code enforcement CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ings concerned, among other things, officer, Victor Vinegra, put the num- Marcus Switches to GOP the number of apartments, the num- ber at 21. Westfield. The facility would have a towns spoke during the public com- ber of bedrooms and average square With the new number and size of lacrosse/soccer field, a six-lane track, ments portion of the meeting to As Parties Name Candidates footage, this time Mr. Tsapatsaris and apartments, Mr. Vinegra lowered his bleachers and a lighting system. voice their opposition. his associates were queried largely estimate to 16. Besides the 18 on-site About 20 residents from both The residents opposed the plan By FRED T. ROSSI Marcus told The Westfield Leader Specially Written for The Westfield Leader on parking, refuse storage and light- places, Mr. Tsapatsaris has signed a Cranford and Westfield appeared at due to anticipated loss of property that the GOP is “a much better fit ing. lease with the Garwood Rest saloon the town council session to oppose value, parking and traffic concerns, SCOTCH PLAINS — Deputy for me.” He said local Republicans The most prickly exchanges in- 350 feet to the east of his property on the project. Nine residents from both noise and light pollution and water Mayor Michael Marcus, who was have “been very supportive of me volved Mr. Tsapatsaris’ attorney, John South Avenue for five places for 10 drainage issues due to the removal elected to the township council as a on the council” and expressed his Schmidt, and two area residents, years, and also has been negotiating of some 700 trees on an area en- Democrat in 2010, will run for a “appreciation for the confidence Frank Kelly and Anthony Prieto, with the owners of the largely aban- compassing four-and-a-third-acres second term this November on the they’ve shown in me” and for the neighbors who live on the parallel doned Casale industrial plant to the Freeholders of land and the subsequent disrup- Republican ticket. Also running are chance to “continue to serve the Willow Avenue behind Mr. west for another 15 at its parking lot Councilman William Vastine, who CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 tion of the natural habitat for the town.” Tsapatsaris’ property. on South Avenue adjacent to the wildlife in the area. is also seeking a second term, and Presently, the Democrats hold a five minutes had expired. It was revealed at the February 26 Garwood Fire Department. The proposed plan calls for the Councilman Llewellyn Jones, who 3-to-2 majority on the council, with meeting, and referenced again on Mr. Tsapatsaris would need a vari- The protocol for the forum calls planting of 1,500 trees to replace will be seeking a four-year term Mr. Marcus, Mayor Kevin Glover for members of the public to speak March 26, that Mr. Kelly owns the ance to permit off-site parking, and the ones that are to be removed, but after winning a special election last and Councilwoman Colleen adjacent property at 327 South Av- therefore be in compliance with local with little or no immediate re- residents also voiced their concern November to fill out an unexpired Gialanella representing the Demo- sponse from the board until after enue and had offered to sell it to Mr. ordinances. about the floods that may occur term. crats and Councilmen Vastine and Tsapatsaris, who said he rejected the The planning board still needs to that portion of the meeting is until the new trees reach maturity. The GOP trio will face a slate of Jones representing the Republicans. closed. offer because the price was above discuss the matter among itself, and At the conclusion of the public Democrats—John Del Sordi Jr., Mr. Marcus has, during the past market value. also give the public a chance to com- During the freeholder comment comments portion, Mayor Skibitsky William Thomas and Luisa year, increasingly sided with the portion, a handful, including Bette Questions by Mr. Kelly and Mr. ment and present evidence on the addressed the residents regarding Bianco—all of whom are making Republicans on a number of issues Prieto largely focused on traffic flow application. After Mr. Tsapatsaris’ Jane Kowalski and Linda Carter, the project. “We’re just becoming their first runs for elective office. and two weeks ago sharply criti- offered support for Mr. Hudak, but and parking availability, taking par- group completed their testimony on up to speed on the project. We hear Party Chairwoman Linda Stender cized the mayor during a council ticular issue with Mr. Staigar’s testi- March 26, Mr. Greet speculated the most did not address Mr. Paterson’s you and we definitely understand said the three Democrats “will bring budget meeting to discuss the li- remarks. mony that his client’s proposed park- meeting could have lasted until 12:30 all your concerns…we’re going to civility and common sense solu- brary budget. After the mayor com- ing solution was adequate and would to 1 a.m. Speaking last among the free- look at it very pragmatically,” he tions to the council” and “will work plained that some council members holders, Mr. Hudak waited until not adversely affect the neighbor- He therefore adjourned the meet- said. to reduce the costs of essential ser- were pushing for added library hood. ing and left it to April 23 to decide the the end of his remarks to respond to The next town council confer- vices and improve the delivery of funding for political reasons, Mr. Mr. Paterson, saying he did not Mr. Greet at times had to gavel the fate of the application. ence session open to the public is those services to Scotch Plains.” Marcus criticized the mayor’s “ri- meeting to order and Board Attorney “It’s very hard to say,” Mr. want to reply to “foolish comments scheduled for Tuesday, April 22, at Mr. Del Sordi is a carpenter and diculous comments” and said he that lack intelligence or facts.” Donald Fraser chastised members of Tsapatsaris said when asked to evalu- 7 p.m. at the municipal building has been involved in coaching rec- was “tired of comments about po- the public to ask specific questions, ate the project’s chances. “I saw some He indirectly accused Mr. Pater- located at 425 East Broad Street. reational and travel soccer, basket- litical posturing,” adding that he son of seeking attention and “flat rather than make pronouncements or positive comments, but I also heard The conference session will be im- ball and baseball. Mr. Thomas is a “resents the fact that everything is offer opinions and criticism. Mr. their concerns. At this point, it’s quite out” making up “things that are not mediately followed by the council’s manager with the postal service and being characterized as being politi- true, that do not have any basis in Fraser also overruled objections by difficult to gauge the direction (the regular public meeting at 7:45 p.m. was involved in the START (Strat- cal in nature.” Mr. Schmidt, characterizing some board) would take.” reason or fact.” egies to Achieve, Reflect, Triumph) Mr. Marcus is the first incumbent Mr. Hudak joked that while he questions as “fair” and rewording program at Scotch Plains-Fanwood council member in memory to seek others for the witnesses to answer. was proud to be the chairman of High School, which seeks to de- re-election as a member of the op- the Linden Democratic Party, “I During one exchange, Mr. Schmidt MS Council velop strategies to ensure academic posing political party. Four years objected to a line of questioning from Carjacking wouldn’t consider myself the boss achievement and to support the stu- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ago, two council members—Demo- Mr. Prieto, who followed Mr. Kelly’s CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 of anything. Hell, I’m not the boss dents for success in life. Mrs. Bianco crat Jeffrey Strauss and Republican of Exeter Road. Mrs. Hudak has taurant, to Echo Park Food LLC — cross-examination of Mr. Staigar and short distance east and parked the works at AT&T and has been in- Dominick Bratti—unsuccessfully asked him if he could use his infor- Lexus in a lot off of an exit ramp for that title,” drawing some laugh- the operators of the Echo Queen volved in a variety of local school sought re-election as independent ter. diner. Finally, the council discussed mation to justify Mr. Kelly’s argu- Route 22 in Mountainside. Shortly activities, as well as the Girl Scouts. candidates after being denied their ment. thereafter, a Mountainside police of- During Mr. Hudak’s comments, the need for an ordinance relating Explaining his party switch, Mr. respective parties’ backing. Mr. Paterson asked from the gal- to construction fencing. Officials “I’m not sure what part of this half ficer spotted the defendant and started lery if Mr. Hudak would rescind a agreed an ordinance was necessary hour of Mr. Kelly’s questioning he’s pursuing him on foot until Randleman spending resolution that Mr. Pater- to ensure orderly storage of con- referring to,” Mr. Schmidt said. arrived at a nearby gas station and son referenced earlier. After a brief, struction materials and resident That remark drew an angry re- quickly entered a second vehicle be- terse exchange between the two, safety. sponse from Mr. Kelly, who called it ing driven by Hinson. Mr. Hudak threatened to have Mr. The borough council’s next meeting “antagonistic.” Hinson then allegedly drove in the Paterson removed from the room. will take place on Tuesday, April 22. Mr. Fraser interjected to calm the direction of the Mountainside officer, tension. who fired multiple rounds from his Mr. Tsapatsaris’ March 26 proposal service weapon as the vehicle ap- includes eight one-bedroom apart- proached him. Neither suspect was ments with an average size of 895 struck by gunfire, and following a brief square feet, and four two-bedroom police pursuit the getaway vehicle apartments with an average size of crashed at the corner of Orchard and 1,100 square feet. It also was modi- New Providence Roads in Mountain- fied to include an internal garbage side, after which the two defendants chute that leads to a first-floor room were taken into custody without fur- and a dumpster that would be moved ther incident, according to the to a refuse area on the southwest prosecutor’s office. corner of the property. The carjacking victim was not seri- The February 26 proposal included ously injured, nor was either of the two 11 two-bedroom apartments and two defendants. The Mountainside officer one-bedroom units. who had been pursuing Randleman The reduction in bedrooms also was taken to a local hospital for treat- forced the recalculation of the num- ment of a leg injury. ber of needed parking spots. The 325- Bail for Hinson and Randleman was 331 site is designed to have 18 park- set at $750,000 and $1 million, respec- ing spots. Under the previous con- tively, by state Superior Court Judge Photo courtesy of Barbara Ringk PARKINSON PROCLAMATION...Mayor Andrew Skibitsky presents a procla- figuration, Mr. Tsapatsaris’ group Frederic R. McDaniel. Both defendants mation during Tuesday evening’s Westfield Town Council meeting announcing calculated that to comply with bor- are expected to make their first appear- April as Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month to Barbara Ringk, facilitator, ough ordinances it would need an ances in court later this week, accord- center, and Dorothy Doyle, a member of the Westfield Parkinson Support Group. additional 18 places, while ing to the prosecutor’s office.

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USPS 485200 Thursday, April 3, 2014 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 OUR 55th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 14-2014 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS Scotch Plains Tax Rate to Increase By Less Than A Penny By FRED T. ROSSI after the governing body held several and police department overtime was Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times meetings with department heads over reduced with the agreement of Police SCOTCH PLAINS — The town- the past month. Calling it a “fiscally Chief Brian Mahoney. ship council later this month will responsible” budget, he said that if At the council’s conference meet- likely introduce its $24,243,221 2014 the spending and tax plan is approved, ing on Tuesday, Mayor Kevin Glover budget (which includes $1.37 mil- the municipal property tax rate would noted that the size of the township lion for the municipal library) that rise by $0.009, or nine-tenths of one surplus—$3.445 million—will pre- will include an increase in the mu- cent. His revised budget and tax clude any cuts to services and also nicipal tax rate of less than one cent, proposal paints a brighter picture than allow the library to resume its normal which works out to an average $11 his first draft submitted two months Sunday and Monday operating hours hike in the municipal portion of local ago due to several factors, he said. that were cut a year ago amidst a property taxes. Various insurance cost turned out to tighter budgetary environment. Township Manager Jerry Giaimis be lower than expected, the “We’re sitting on a cash cow,” the provided council members this week township’s bill for the state pension mayor declared as he derided the with his budget proposals, prepared plans was also lower than first thought “dire predictions of last year” by coun- cil Republicans and their allies who criticized what they had termed “gim- micks” used to keep the municipal property tax increase low while warn- ing of negative consequences for this year’s budget. “The numbers scream off the pages,” the mayor said in describing a “flush cash account.” About $2.6 million of the surplus will be used to keep the tax rate low and services intact. Mr. Giaimis said he anticipates about $14.8 million to be raised via municipal property taxes Fred Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times and expects $650,000 in construc- AUTISM AWARENESS...Scotch Plains Councilwoman Colleen Gialanella reads a proclamation at Tuesday's township council meeting declaring April as Autism Awareness Month in Scotch Plains. She presented the resolution to Dr. Regina tion code fees and $154,000 in rents Peters of the Newmark School. received from telephone companies for the use of township-owned cell towers. State aid of $2,227,587 will be equal to last year’s level. Essex County Men Charged The council may hold one final budget workshop session in the next two weeks before its regular business In Westfield Carjacking Photo courtesy of Brian Horton meeting on April 17, when the bud- IT’S ELECTRIC...Fanwood Councilman Dan Levine, right, makes a point to get could be introduced in advance of WESTFIELD — Two Essex tionally is charged with second-de- the prosecutor’s office. Councilman Kevin Boris during a special session of the council on Tuesday. Councilman Levine led a discussion of an energy aggregation ordinance, which a public hearing and vote in May. County men are in custody and fac- gree eluding police, second-degree It was approximately 1 p.m. on was later adopted by the council. The project would allow Fanwood to hire a While expressing her satisfaction ing multiple charges in connection aggravated assault, and third-degree Monday when the victim, a 62-year- vendor to scour the market for the best electricity prices, then sell it to residents with the restored library funding, with a Monday afternoon carjacking aggravated assault, while Randleman old female, arrived at her home on for less than what PSE&G charges. Councilwoman Colleen Gialanella in Westfield, acting Union County additionally is charged with third- Minisink Way in Westfield and was made a pitch for increased funding Prosecutor Grace H. Park announced degree resisting arrest, according to CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 for recreation programs—namely as Tuesday. a way to lower the costs of summer Caavon Hinson, 24, and Lamar Marcus Switches to GOP camps and to make some improve- Randleman, 25, both of Newark, are SP-F BOE Hears ments to park infrastructure. Deputy charged with first-degree carjacking, As Parties Name Candidates Mayor Michael Marcus, the council’s second-degree criminal conspiracy, Language Arts Update CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 and third-degree theft. Hinson addi- By FRED T. ROSSI involved in the START (Strategies to By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL group discussions. Ms. Dumaresq Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Achieve, Reflect, Triumph) program Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times stated that NJ ASK test scores have SCOTCH PLAINS — Deputy at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High SCOTCH PLAINS — To begin improved over the last few years and Mayor Michael Marcus, who was School, which seeks to develop strat- County Not to Fund UCC their public session meeting last posed the question of whether it had elected to the township council as a egies to ensure academic achieve- Thursday evening, members of the to do with the students having a more Democrat in 2010, will run for a ment and to support the students for Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of vested interest in the materials. second term this November on the success in life. Mrs. Bianco works at Field Project in Cap Budget Education heard a report regarding She stated that since 2011 the sev- By BRIAN TRUSDELL inmates to Medicaid. Mr. Hudak Republican ticket. Also running are AT&T and has been involved in a Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times updates to the Middle School Lan- enth-grade advanced proficient cat- Councilman William Vastine, who variety of local school activities, as said the move would relieve $1 guage Arts program. egory has increased in the district by also is seeking a seEcond term, and well as the Girl Scouts. ELIZABETH – Union County million to $2 million in costs from K-12 English and Language Arts 7 percent. In addition, she noted that Councilman Llewellyn Jones, who Explaining his party switch, Mr. College’s (UCC) plans to build a the county. Supervisor Jocelyn Dumaresq led the in sixth grade the advanced profi- will be seeking a four-year term after Marcus told The Scotch Plains-Fan- soccer/lacrosse field with an athlet- The meeting was highlighted by discussion, which also included sixth- cient was up by 5 percent. It also was winning a special election last No- wood Times that the GOP is “a much ics track near the rear entrance of Garwood resident Bruce Paterson, grade language arts teacher Lori noted that in recent years the partial vember to fill out an unexpired term. better fit for me.” He said local Re- the Cranford campus apparently who used his five minutes to call Skoller and seventh-grade writing proficient group in the sixth-grade The GOP trio will face a slate of publicans have “been very support- will have to be done without county Mr. Hudak, who also is the chair- teacher Alex Hanner. language arts tests has decreased by 4 Democrats—John Del Sordi, Jr., Wil- ive of me on the council” and ex- funds. The issue came to light dur- man of the Linden Democratic Ms. Dumaresq noted that a recent percent. liam Thomas and Luisa Bianco—all pressed his “appreciation for the con- ing the March 27 Union County Party, a “political boss.” survey of the middle-school students Ms. Skoller stated during her por- of whom are making their first runs fidence they’ve shown in me” and for freeholders’ meeting. He accused Mr. Hudak of revealed the students wanted to be tion of the presentation that students for elective office. Party Chairwoman the chance to “continue to serve the During the public comment por- cronyism and being “100 percent more active in the language arts pro- seem to respond very positively to Linda Stender said the three Demo- town.” tion of the meeting, Cranford Com- partisan” in his position on the gram by helping to pick the books the newly implemented student-led crats, “will bring civility and com- Presently, the Democrats hold a 3- missioner Tom Hannen, Jr., ad- board, ignoring political “corrup- assigned and by asking for more CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 mon sense solutions to the council” to-2 majority on the council, with Mr. dressed the nine-member board, tion” and “criminality” and accept- and “will work to reduce the costs of Marcus, Mayor Kevin Glover and thanking Freeholder Chairman ing a $70,000 “low-show job” as essential services and improve the Councilwoman Colleen Gialanella Christopher Hudak for speaking manager of events and promotions at delivery of those services to Scotch representing the Democrats and with UCC officials about the Kean University. His accusations also Plains.” Councilmen Vastine and Jones repre- township’s citizens’ “serious con- included actions by Mr. Hudak as the Mr. Del Sordi is a carpenter and senting the Republicans. Mr. Marcus cerns” about the plans, particularly Linden Democratic chairman, with has been involved in coaching recre- has, during the past year, increas- flooding issues. Mr. Paterson saying Mr. Hudak has ational and travel soccer, basketball ingly sided with the Republicans on a Mr. Hannen, who spoke for less overlooked nefarious deeds by a lo- and baseball. Mr. Thomas is a man- number of issues and two weeks ago than a minute, was accompanied by cal councilman and intended to en- ager with the postal service and was CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 several Cranford residents at the dorse the councilman as a candidate meeting, but who did not address for mayor. the board. Mr. Hudak smiled and at times “Thank you for consideration and chuckled during Mr. Paterson’s time, we appreciate the fact that it is not finally interrupting him when five included in the capital budget for minutes had expired. this year,” Mr. Hannen said in com- The protocol for the forum calls pleting his remarks. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 UCC has unveiled plans to install a synthetic turf field with a six-lane Stop & Shop Expansion athletic track on a 4.2-acre wooded area near Gallows Hill Road, part Application Appealed of which is currently occupied by WESTFIELD — The Westfield Paul Lachenauer for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times tennis courts. The construction Planning Board’s decision to approve ‘FUN’ RAISER... Attendees at the 13th Annual Comedy Night Fundraiser to would require the removal of 700 Stop & Shop’s application to expand benefit F.O.P. research held Saturday night at Our Lady of Lourdes Church in trees. its Elm Street supermarket has been Mountainside enjoy the comedy routine including Michelle Charlesworth, WABC- In previous public forums, nu- appealed by James Hughes, a resi- TV’s Eyewitness News co-anchor, center. merous Cranford residents have dent of Massachusetts Street who op- loudly opposed the plan. posed the application. PAGE INDEX The board also unanimously Attorneys for the planning board Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 9 adopted a resolution to “request and and Mr. Hughes did not return phone Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 11-17 compel the State of New Jersey to calls seeking comment on the lawsuit Police ...... 6 Real Estate .... 11-17, 20 Paul Lachenauer for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times comply” with the Affordable Care by The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times’ Community ... 6-8, 18 Classifieds ..... 17 OUT WITH THE OLD...Workers sort electronic items at the Union County Act – or Obamacare, shifting health press deadline. The Times will report Obituary ...... 8, 18 A&E ...... 19-20 electonics recycling event at Union County College on Saturday morning. care expenses of some county prison on the lawsuit in next week’s issue.

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WF Council Presents Budget; Hears GW Owner Faces Questions Opposition to UCC Sports Complex By DOMINIC A. LAGANO www.westfieldnj.gov/. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times In other news, former mayor and On Plans for Mixed-Use Lot WESTFIELD — At its regular pub- current Cranford Township Commit- By BRIAN TRUSDELL asked him if he could use his infor- lic meeting Tuesday evening, the tee (CTC) member Tom Hannen, Jr. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times mation to justify Mr. Kelly’s argu- Westfield Town Council presented the petitioned the town council to pass a GARWOOD – The owner of a ment. $38.7-million municipal budget for resolution denouncing a sports com- mixed-use property on South Avenue “I’m not sure what part of this half 2014. plex that is to be constructed by Union across from the Crunch fitness gym hour of Mr. Kelly’s questioning he’s Mayor Andrew Skibitsky and Fi- County College (UCC) at its Cranford and his witnesses last Wednesday referring to,” Mr. Schmidt said. nance Policy Committee Chairperson campus. According to Mr. Hannen, the faced another three-and-a-half hours That remark drew an angry response Sam Della Fera made brief opening CTC passed a similar resolution at its of questioning, oftentimes conten- from Mr. Kelly, who called it “antago- remarks regarding the work accom- last committee meeting. tious, from officials and residents in nistic.” plished by the finance policy commit- The $1.4-million sports complex his bid to get the Garwood Planning Mr. Fraser interjected to calm the tee and employees of the town. would be located adjacent to Colby Board’s approval to redevelop the tension. “First of all, I want to thank the Lane in Cranford and Gallows Hill site. Mr. Tsapatsaris’ March 26 proposal budget committee on all their work,” Road on the border of Cranford and It was the third time in four months includes eight one-bedroom apart- stated Mayor Skibitsky. “All of our Westfield. The facility would have a that Nick Tsapatsaris of LAND of NJ ments with an average size of 895 committees work extremely hard, but I lacrosse/soccer field, a six-lane track, Inc. had gone before the board. He square feet, and four two-bedroom think our finance policy committee bleachers and a lighting system. Photo courtesy of Gene Jannotti submitted a second modified design apartments with an average size of About 20 residents from both Cran- NETWORKING…The Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce (GWACC) puts in the most hours…Every time I conducts a networking meeting at the Crossroads in Garwood. Pictured, left to at the board’s March 26 meeting that 1,100 square feet. It also was modified come into this building whether it be a ford and Westfield appeared at the town right, are: Gene Jannotti, Carol Kearney, Chairman Chris Devine, Crossroads would redevelop a single-family to include an internal garbage chute weekday night or a weekend, it always council session to oppose the project. owner Lee Frankel, Paula Ehoff, GWACC Executive Director Heather Robinson, home at 325 South Avenue and an that leads to a first-floor room and a seems like they are in the chambers Nine residents from both towns spoke Barbara Murphy and Russ Finestein. adjacent property at 331 South Av- dumpster that would be moved to a meeting about the budget.” during the public comments portion of enue. refuse area on the southwest corner of Mayor Skibitsky also detailed the the meeting to voice their opposition. That address includes the Panda the property. recent rating upgrade by Standard and The residents opposed the plan due House restaurant, the Wireless Point The February 26 proposal included Poor’s from AA+ to AAA as a testa- to anticipated loss of property value, mobile phone store and the Ken Nails 11 two-bedroom apartments and two ment to the efforts of the finance policy parking and traffic concerns, noise and Westfield Carjacking salon, as well as a vacant space and one-bedroom units. committee and Westfield’s employees light pollution and water drainage is- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 three apartments on the second floor. The reduction in bedrooms also in “being good stewards for the citizens sues due to the removal of some 700 approached in her driveway by an quickly entered a second vehicle be- The frequently laborious and oc- forced the recalculation of the number of Westfield.” trees on an area encompassing four- unknown male wearing a mask, ac- ing driven by Hinson. casionally heated inquiry extended of needed parking spots. The 325-331 Mr. Gildea next presented the mu- and-a-third-acres of land and the sub- cording to the investigation. Follow- Hinson then allegedly drove in the past 11 p.m., forcing Board Chair- site is designed to have 18 parking nicipal budget via PowerPoint. sequent disruption of the natural habi- ing a brief struggle during which the direction of the Mountainside officer, man Stephen Greet to adjourn the spots. Under the previous configura- The total municipal budget for 2014 tat for the wildlife in the area. woman was shoved to the ground, the who fired multiple rounds from his meeting and to announce the pro- tion, Mr. Tsapatsaris’ group calcu- is $38,671,928. After accounting for The proposed plan calls for the plant- man, later identified as Randleman, service weapon as the vehicle ap- ceedings would continue at the lated that to comply with borough municipal revenues, the tax levy for ing of 1,500 trees to replace the ones took the keys to the victim’s Lexus proached him. Neither suspect was panel’s next gathering on Wednes- ordinances it would need an addi- taxpayers is $26,185,518, which is an that are to be removed, but residents SUV and drove away. struck by gunfire, and following a day, April 23. tional 18 places, while Garwood’s increase of 0.5 percent over last year’s also voiced their concern about the A joint investigation by the Union brief police pursuit the getaway ve- The latest proposal, which Mr. zoning code enforcement officer, Vic- budget and is lower than the state- floods that may occur until the new County Prosecutor’s Office, the hicle crashed at the corner of Or- Tsapatsaris estimated would cost tor Vinegra, put the number at 21. mandated 2-percent tax levy cap law. trees reach maturity. Westfield Police Department and chard and New Providence Roads in “well in excess of $1 million,” was With the new number and size of The owner of a home assessed at Mayor Skibitsky addressed the resi- the Mountainside Police Depart- Mountainside, after which the two largely similar to February’s proposal. apartments, Mr. Vinegra lowered his $179,850, the average assessment in dents regarding the project stating, ment revealed that Randleman then defendants were taken into custody The major difference was the removal estimate to 16. Besides the 18 on-site the town of Westfield, will see their “We’re just becoming up to speed on drove a short distance east and parked without further incident, according of one floor or residential space turn- places, Mr. Tsapatsaris has signed a taxes increased by $63 for the year, or the project. We hear you and we defi- the Lexus in a lot off of an exit ramp to the prosecutor’s office. ing the property into a three-story lease with the Garwood Rest saloon $5.25 a month. nitely understand all your for Route 22 in Mountainside. Shortly The carjacking victim was not se- structure. Otherwise, it remained a 350 feet to the east of his property on The 2014 budget also incorporates concerns…we’re going to look at it thereafter, a Mountainside police of- riously injured, nor was either of the 150-foot by 100-foot structure that South Avenue for five places for 10 the hiring of one police officer and one very pragmatically.” ficer spotted the defendant and started two defendants. The Mountainside would approximately double the cur- years, and also has been negotiating firefighter for the town. Mayor Skib- The next town council conference pursuing him on foot until Randleman officer who had been pursuing rent first-floor retail space to about with the owners of the largely aban- itsky stated that the 2014 budget will session open to the public is sched- arrived at a nearby gas station and Randleman was taken to a local hos- 5,000 square feet and include 12 apart- doned Casale industrial plant to the west soon be available online on the town’s uled for Tuesday, April 22, at 7 p.m. pital for treatment of a leg injury. ments on the upper levels. for another 15 at its parking lot on South website, located at at the municipal building. Bail for Hinson and Randleman Along with Mr. Tsapatsaris, his Avenue adjacent to the Garwood Fire was set at $750,000 and $1 million, wife and realtor, Stacey Tsapatsaris, Department. SP Council respectively, by state Superior Court traffic engineer Joseph Staigar and Mr. Tsapatsaris would need a vari- Mountainside Considers CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Judge Frederic R. McDaniel. Both civil planner Kathryn Gregory laid ance to permit off-site parking, and there- liaison to the recreation commis- defendants are expected to make out LAND’s justification for seeking fore be in compliance with local ordi- sion, said the commission is charged their first appearances in court later variances on parking, buffering and a nances. Comcast Application with making funding recommen- this week, according to the loading area, as well as approval for The planning board still needs to dis- By KATE BROWNE company’s ability to continue to pro- dations to the council. He also prosecutor’s office. the overall site plan. cuss the matter among itself, and also Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times vide public access channels and to cautioned against creating a fund- While questions in previous meet- give the public a chance to comment and MOUNTAINSIDE — The Moun- ensure that Berkeley Heights pro- ing “contest” between the library ings concerned, among other things, present evidence on the application. After tainside Borough Council tackled a gramming continues to be available and the recreation programs. the number of apartments, the num- Mr. Tsapatsaris’ group completed full agenda at its Tuesday work ses- to Mountainside residents, as well as Mrs. Gialanella said, “I see the Freeholders ber of bedrooms and average square their testimony on March 26, Mr. sion. Comcast’s response to power out- library as falling under the umbrella CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 footage, this time Mr. Tsapatsaris and Greet speculated the meeting could The council began by conducting a ages during the recent severe weather. of recreation services that we pro- for members of the public to speak his associates were queried largely have lasted until 12:30 to 1 a.m. public hearing on Comcast The council also reviewed several vide to the community,” and ex- with little or no immediate response on parking, refuse storage and light- He therefore adjourned the meet- Corporation’s application to renew bids for the resurfacing of New Provi- pressed her “frustration” at the from the board until after that portion ing. ing and left it to April 23 to decide the its franchise to provide cable ser- dence Road and Woodland Avenue council for not helping to offset the of the meeting is closed. The most prickly exchanges in- fate of the application. vices to the community. Officials and passed a resolution approving costs of recreation programs. During the freeholder comment volved Mr. Tsapatsaris’ attorney, John “It’s very hard to say,” Mr. considered whether Comcast had the transfer of a liquor license held by In other business, the council ap- portion, a handful, including Bette Schmidt, and two area residents, Tsapatsaris said when asked to evalu- substantially complied with the terms ZLW Enterprises for Raagini, a now- proved the 2014 billing rates for the Jane Kowalski and Linda Carter, of- Frank Kelly and Anthony Prieto, ate the project’s chances. “I saw some of its service contract and had the closed Indian restaurant, to Echo Park Scotch Plains Sewer Utility. Mr. fered support for Mr. Hudak, but most neighbors who live on the parallel positive comments, but I also heard financial ability to provide the ser- Food LLC — the operators of the Echo Giaimis said the rates will remain did not address Mr. Paterson’s remarks. Willow Avenue behind Mr. their concerns. At this point, it’s quite vices which it has promised. The two Queen diner. Finally, the council dis- the same as last year. Mayor Glover Speaking last among the free- Tsapatsaris’ property. difficult to gauge the direction (the items which the members could not cussed the need for an ordinance relat- and Councilwoman Gialanella ab- holders, Mr. Hudak waited until the It was revealed at the February 26 board) would take.” consider were rates, which are gov- ing to construction fencing. Officials stained from the vote, saying they end of his remarks to respond to meeting, and referenced again on erned by federal and state statutes, agreed an ordinance was necessary to had hoped for more details before Mr. Paterson, saying he did not want March 26, that Mr. Kelly owns the and program content, which is pro- ensure orderly storage of construction voting on the rates and also wished to reply to “foolish comments that adjacent property at 327 South Av- tected by the First Amendment. materials and resident safety. that Chief Financial Officer Lori lack intelligence or facts.” enue and had offered to sell it to Mr. SP BOE Council members questioned a rep- The borough council’s next meeting Majeski would have been present He indirectly accused Mr. Pater- Tsapatsaris, who said he rejected the CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 resentative from Comcast on the will take place on Tuesday, April 22. to answer questions about the son of seeking attention and “flat offer because the price was above book discussions. She said, “the stu- utility’s finances. Mayor Glover out” making up “things that are not market value. dents put their desks in a circle and also urged that a referendum be true, that do not have any basis in Questions by Mr. Kelly and Mr. discuss their books. It is a student-led scheduled for next year to ask vot- reason or fact.” Prieto largely focused on traffic flow discussion.” She also noted that stu- ers if they favor folding the utility, Mr. Hudak joked that while he and parking availability, taking par- dents receive chips to use for discus- which was created in 2009, back was proud to be the chairman of the ticular issue with Mr. Staigar’s testi- sion time so that all students have a into the general township budget. Linden Democratic Party, “I mony that his client’s proposed park- fair amount of participation. “It’s time to bury this gimmick,” wouldn’t consider myself the boss ing solution was adequate and would Ms. Hanner, writing teacher, noted the mayor said. of anything. Hell, I’m not the boss not adversely affect the neighbor- that in her classes the writing work- At the start of the meeting, Mrs. of Exeter Road. Mrs. Hudak has hood. shops involve one-on-one discussions Gialanella read a proclamation de- that title,” drawing some laughter. Mr. Greet at times had to gavel the with students on their writing. She claring April as Autism Awareness During Mr. Hudak’s comments, meeting to order and Board Attorney said students reacted positively to Month and April 2 as World Autism Mr. Paterson asked from the gallery Donald Fraser chastised members of receiving this individualized feed- Awareness Day. Dr. Regina Peters if Mr. Hudak would rescind a spend- the public to ask specific questions, back on their writing. from the Newmark School, Paul ing resolution that Mr. Paterson ref- rather than make pronouncements or In other business, board member cash of Autism Speaks and Adrienne erenced earlier. After a brief, terse offer opinions and criticism. Mr. Betty Anne Woerner read a resolu- Robertiello, a township resident ac- exchange between the two, Mr. Fraser also overruled objections by tion in which the board unanimously tive in autism awareness efforts, Hudak threatened to have Mr. Pater- Mr. Schmidt, characterizing some supported making April 2014 Au- accepted the proclamation. son removed from the room. questions as “fair” and rewording tism Awareness Month for the dis- others for the witnesses to answer. trict, as it is nationally. During one exchange, Mr. Schmidt The resolution declares the month objected to a line of questioning from of April as a month to increase public Mr. Prieto, who followed Mr. Kelly’s awareness and to support individuals cross-examination of Mr. Staigar and with autism and the family members and medical professionals who care for people with autism. It also recog- nizes and commends both individu- Call me to see how much you can save. Marcus als living with autism and parents Safe drivers cost everybody less. That’s why CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 and relatives of those living with au- they pay less. But at Allstate, they pay a sharply criticized the mayor during a tism for their dedication. whole lot less. In fact, safe drivers save 45% council budget meeting to discuss The resolution additionally defines the library budget. After the mayor autism as a neurodevelopmental dis- or more on car insurance. Why wait? Call me complained that some council mem- order that results in difficulties with today. bers were pushing for added library communication, social interaction funding for political reasons, Mr. and repetitive behaviors. Marcus criticized the mayor’s “ri- Ms. Woerner added that, accord- Nelson C. Espeland, LUTCF diculous comments” and said he was ing to her findings from the Centers “tired of comments about political for Disease Control (CDC) in Geor- (908) 233 6300 posturing,” adding that he “resents gia, in 1972 one in 2,500 individuals the fact that everything is being char- was diagnosed with autism. She said The Espeland Group acterized as being political in na- that in 2002, that number had changed Scotch Plains ture.” to one in 150 and by 2008 it had Mr. Marcus is the first incumbent changed again to one in 88. She also [email protected] council member in memory to seek stated that as these individuals grow re-election as a member of the op- up and age out of their districts, it is posing political party. Four years ago, harder to find adult programs to fit two council members—Democrat some of their needs. DAISIES DANCE...Fanwood-Scotch Plains Girl Scouts recently enjoyed the annual “Me and My Guy” dances, attended by girls with their fathers or other Jeffrey Strauss and Republican The next board of education meet- male adult. The three dances this winter gave Girl Scouts of all ages an evening Dominick Bratti—unsuccessfully ing is scheduled for Thursday, April Insurance and coverages subject to terms, qualifications and availability. Actual savings will vary. Allstate to dress up and party with their friends. Food, prizes and dancing to music by a sought re-election as Independent 10, at 7:30 p.m. in the Administration New Jersey Property and Casualty Insurance Company: Northbrook, Illinois © 2010 Allstate Insurance candidates after being denied their Building on Evergreen Avenue and Company. DJ were featured. Daisy Girl Scouts, in kindergarten and first grade, enjoyed the first dance, pictured, held in January at Mount Saint Mary Academy in Watchung. respective parties’ backing. Cedar Street in Scotch Plains.

Page 2 Thursday, April 3, 2014 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Peyton's Candidates File for GW Peek at the Week Mayor, Local Town Councils In Politics By PAUL J. PEYTON No Democrats filed for council seats. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times There is no municipal election in The Leader/Times By Paul Peyton of REGION — Candidates for federal, state Westfield this year. Internal Report Clears Christie; ity is one of the creditors in that case. The and municipal elections filed their nominat- In the 12th Congressional District, Dems Denounce Findings authority’s commissioners have also ing petitions by Monday’s deadline. which includes Fanwood and most of An internal investigation commis- agreed to pay a lawyer who would repre- Garwood will see a Republican may- Scotch Plains, Democrats, Senator Linda sioned by Governor Chris Christie’s of- sent Executive Director Daniel Sullivan, oral contest in the June Primary Election Greenstein (D-14th, Middlesex), Assem- fice has determined that the Governor a former freeholder, during the investiga- between first-term incumbent Pat blywoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (D- knew nothing about the plan to shut down tion of the stipends. Quattrocchi and Sal Piarulli. The winner 15th, Mercer) and Assemblyman Upendra several toll lanes at the George Washing- According to the report, the commis- will face former Democratic councilman J. Chivukula (D-17th, Somerset), are ton Bridge beforehand, nj.com has re- sioners learned in February that from Charles Lombardo in November. battling for their party’s nomination to ported. September 2013 through this past Janu- In the race for borough council, Demo- replace Rep. Rush Holt (D), who is retir- The report was written by former ary, some authority employees were paid cratic incumbents Sara Todisco and Louis ing. Also filing for the Democrats is federal prosecutor Randy Mastro, a law- stipends for the additional work they Petruzzelli are seeking reelection. Filing plasma physicist Andrew Zwicker. Alieta yer with Gibson Dunn & Crutcher, were doing for Union County Improve- nominating petitions for the GOP are Eck, a medical doctor, is the Republican which was hired by the governor’s of- ment Authority. The UCUA began over- Carol Kearney and Richard Dolan. candidate for the seat. fice. Media reports say the firm was seeing the improvement authority last There also is a battle in Garwood for In the 7th District, three-term Rep. paid $1 million to conduct an investi- August following the resignation of im- slots on the borough GOP Committee Leonard Lance (R) is facing a Primary RVSA GARNERS AWARDS...The Rahway Valley Sewerage Authority (RVSA) provement authority chairman Charlotte between candidates running under the challenge from David Larsen for the third received several awards from the Association of Environmental Authorities of gation into Bridgegate. Media reports say the main principles in the scandal DeFilippo. The head of the state’s Local Regular Republican Organization of Union consecutive election cycle. The district New Jersey (AEA). Those who attended the conference in Atlantic City on Finance Board had criticized her over her County banner and those under the Con- includes Cranford, Garwood, RVSA’s behalf, from left to right, were: Steve Greet, commissioner for Garwood — Gov. Christie Port Authority ap- pointee David Wildstein and Gov. salary of $160,000. servative Republican title. In the first dis- Mountainside and Westfield. Democrat and RVSA chairman; Joanne Grimes, office administrator; Allen Chin, commis- Devine to Challenge Steinman trict, Gene Jannotti and Carol Kearney are Janice Kovach, the mayor of Clinton in sioner for Westfield and RVSA vice-chairman; RVSA Executive Director James Christie’s former deputy chief of staff Bridget Kelley — refused to inter- In Primary for Rahway Mayor not challenged; in the second district, Glenn Hunterdon County, plans to appeal a deci- Meehan; Richard LoForte, commissioner for Kenilworth, and Robert Materna, A. Sytko is challenged by Borough Coun- sion by the New Jersey Division of Elec- secretary-treasurer. viewed for the report. James Devine, a Democratic strategist Assemblyman John Wisniewski (D- who managed all of former Rahway cilman James A. Mathieu, while Cheryl tions invalidating a portion of signatures 19th, Sayreville) and state Senate Major- Mayor Jim Kennedy’s re-election cam- A. Niedermaier is being challenged by on her nominating petition, thus giving ity Leader Loretta Weinberg (D-37th, paigns, has announced his candidacy for Elizabeth Mathieu, and in the third dis- her below the number of required signa- RVSA Recognized by AEA Teaneck), who head the legislature’s Se- Rahway mayor in the June Primary Elec- trict, Mayor Quattrocchi and her husband, tures to run, according to bluejersey.com. lect Committee on Investigation that has tion. He will challenge Rahway Mayor John, chairman of the local GOP commit- In the race for a full, six-year U.S. Senate launched its own probe of the lane clos- Samson Steinman, who was appointed tee, face opposition from Dominick and term, four Republicans have filed nominat- For Management Practices ings, released a joint statement denounc- mayor following the resignation of Rick Erika Zurzolo, respectively. In the fourth ing petitions: Richard Pezzullo of ing the report. Proctor last year. district, former councilman Victor Monmouth County, Brian Goldberg of RAHWAY — The Rahway Valley “Lawyers hired by and paid by the “We will need a mayor who will stand DeFilippo and his wife, Judy, are opposed Essex County, Murray Sabrin and Jeff Bell financial efficiencies through reverse- of Bergen County. Former FBI agent Rich- Sewerage Authority (RVSA) has been auction electric and gas purchasing for a Christie administration itself to investi- up for the people, especially when it by Salvatore and Linda Morello. recognized by the Association of Envi- gate the governor’s office who then say comes to the political power brokers, Cranford will see a race between in- ard Turkavage of Cranford did not file a combined savings of $100,000 annually; petition by Monday’s deadline. The winner ronmental Authorities of New Jersey adopting improved billing guidelines for the governor and most of his office did wealthy outside developers and greedy cumbent Republican township committee (AEA) for the second consecutive year nothing wrong will not be the final word global corporations that have pursued members Andis Kalnins, the current mayor, will face Senator Cory Booker (D). legal and professional contracts which At the county level, Democrat incum- and awarded with two Wave Awards for significantly reduced legal fees; and, by on this matter. The people of New Jersey profits here without regard for the quality and Lisa M. Adubato and Democrats Brian Best Management Practices and Public need a full accounting of what happened. of life,” Mr. Devine said. “If I am suc- T. McCarthy and Robert V. Salvatore. bent Freeholders Angel Estrada of Eliza- treating trucked-in, low-strength waste- beth, Chris Hudak of Linden and Vernell Education. The awards presentation was water, the RVSA realized approximately This review has deficiencies that raise cessful, I hope Jim Kennedy and other In Scotch Plains, Republican incum- held on March 12th at the AEA’s annual questions about a lack of objectivity and prominent citizens will serve as trustwor- bents William “Bo” Vastine and Wright of Union face Primary opposition $500,000 in revenues. from Jorge Batista of Hillside, Marvelis spring conference at the Golden Nugget The RVSA was also a recipient of the thoroughness.” thy advisors but the days of puppet lead- Llewellyn Jones are joined on the GOP in Atlantic City. Samson Quits as PA Chairman; ership will end.” ticket by incumbent Michael “Mickey” Perreira of Elizabeth and Tamara Twitty Public Education Wave Award for its of Elizabeth running under the True The AEA is a trade association of efforts in educating the community on Could Bagger Be New Chair? Marcus, who ran as a Democrat four publicly-owned government agencies and years ago. They will face Democrats Democrats for a Change ballot line. P. wastewater treatment. The goal of this David Samson resigned Friday as chair- Mark Martini of Westfield is the only private-sector businesses that provide or initiative is to promote the role of the man of the Port Authority of New York John Del Sordi, Jr., William “Bill” Tho- support clean water and solid waste util- Man Charged With mas and Luisa Bianco. Republican to file for freeholder. RVSA and other sewerage authorities by and New Jersey following the ongoing Union County Surrogate James ity services in New Jersey. A total of 16 explaining the wastewater treatment pro- Bridgegate probes regarding the closing False Bomb Threats In Fanwood, Democratic Councilmen Wave Awards were presented to various Kevin Boris and Russell Huegel have LaCorte of Union is seeking reelection cess and providing education on its im- of entrance lanes to the George Washing- for another five-year term. He faces a individuals and organizations that were portance for both the community and the ton Bridge in Fort Lee in September filed for reelection. No Republicans filed Against Courthouse by Monday’s deadline. challenge in the Democratic Primary from recognized by their peers for excellence. environment. 2013. COUNTY — An Elizabeth man has The RVSA received the Best Manage- Republican Mountainside Borough Jerome Dunn of Hillside under the True In 2013, RVSA Office Administrator According to The New York Post, Gov- been arrested and charged with phoning Democrats for a Change line. No Repub- ment Practices Award for its efforts in Joanne Grimes was charged with spear- ernor Chris Christie said Mr. Samson’s Council incumbents Deanna Andre and in false bomb threats against the Union Keith C. Turner are seeking reelection. licans filed for surrogate. advancing operator training and knowl- heading the public education initiative, resignation is part of ushering in “a new County Courthouse complex, acting edge, minimizing the cost of professional and with limited funding, executed an era” at the Port Authority whereby he wants Union County Prosecutor Grace H. Park services, and improving plant efficiency. outreach to middle and high schools in the authority split into two agencies, one for announced Friday. Man Charged With Stealing $180,000 The “Operator Enhancement Program” the nearby service area, extending the New Jersey and one for New York. David Daniels, 29, is facing two counts was established so that RVSA operators invitation for organized plant tours – free While he has not said who would re- of third-degree creating a false public could more easily obtain their licenses of charge. Students are allowed to walk place Mr. Samson as chairman — an alarm. Bail was set at $140,000. From Springfield Woman, 96 from the New Jersey Department of En- through each step of the treatment pro- appointment traditionally made by the An intensive joint investigation in- SPRINGFIELD — An Essex County from $2,000 to $4,000, for a single job by vironmental Protection. Through this pro- cess and are provided with informational New Jersey governor — his former chief volving the Union County Prosecutor’s man has been charged with stealing approxi- repeatedly claiming that she had yet to gram, five RVSA employees have ob- handouts, as well as goody bags which of staff, Richard Bagger of Westfield, “is Office, Union County Sheriff’s Office, mately $180,000 from a 96-year-old Spring- pay for it. The alleged scheme fell apart tained six licenses, and with this contin- include shower timers to promote water a member of the Port Authority board and and the Union County Police Depart- field woman during the course of about four shortly after an acquaintance of the vic- ued education and training, the RVSA conservation. would likely be one of the leading candi- ment was prompted when a man later years, acting Union County Prosecutor Grace tim contacted police to express concerns. was able to operate at lower staffing dates considered,” according to The Star- identified as Daniels placed two 911 calls H. Park announced Monday. Solis was arrested early Monday, and his levels and reduce overtime for shift cov- Ledger. from separate pay phones in downtown Denis Marvin Solis, 54, of West Or- first appearance has tentatively been erage resulting in an estimated $145,000 Utilities Authority to Hire New Elizabeth on the morning of March 24, ange is charged with second-degree theft scheduled for Friday. annual savings. Attorney for Probe of Stipends the first at about 8:30 a.m. and the second and second-degree theft by deception, In 2010, Jim Meehan took the role of Union County Utilities Authority about an hour later. Daniels allegedly with bail set at $75,000 by state Superior Chamber to Hold RVSA executive director and since that (UCUA) commissioners have voted to told dispatchers during both calls that Court Judge Joseph P. Donohue. time the RVSA has realized approxi- hire a new law firm to investigate the bombs were about to detonate within the An investigation by the Union County Networking Event mately $2 million in additional revenue/ unapproved stipends paid to someUCUA courthouse complex. Prosecutor’s Office Special Prosecutions CRANFORD — The Cranford Cham- savings. In 2013, the RVSA achieved employees, The Star-Ledger has reported. A thorough search of the complex did Unit recently revealed that Solis, the prin- ber of Commerce’s next networking event The commissioners unanimously ap- not reveal any explosives, and the inves- cipal of a local landscaping company, will be held Wednesday, April 16, at Probitas Verus Honos proved a resolution to drop the law firm tigation later revealed that Daniels had stole sums of money from the elderly noon at Brooklyn Pizza, 2 South Avenue, Saiber LLC, which was hired in Febru- been scheduled to appear in state Supe- victim in a variety of ways since Febru- East. The guest speaker will be Cranford ary, to conduct the probe. rior Court that morning on an unrelated ary 2010. He would allegedly get her to Police Chief James Wozniak. Chief The authority had a conflict of interest matter. 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Diction Deception Members of: Schools Proposed Projects Below are four arcane words, each New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association • Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce with four definitions – only one is cor- Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association • Fanwood Business & Professional Association I would like to provide clarifica- [email protected] rect. The others are made up. Are you tion to the March 27th article in The mailto:[email protected]. sharp enough to discern this deception of Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Westfield Leader, which referred to The district has 18 months before the diction? P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 my March 25th presentation to the state grant opportunity expires. If you can guess one correctly – good Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 Westfield Board of Education. At that In the meantime, the district is guess. If you get two – well-read indi- Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 public meeting, I reported on the moving ahead with 17 of the 36 state vidual. If you get three – word expert. If district’s proposed 2014-2015 capi- grants, which total approximately you get all four – You must have a lot of POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at free time! P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 tal and maintenance projects. $1,120,110 in state funds. Security All words and correct definitions To reiterate, the school district has upgrades in each of our schools are come from the board game Diction Published every Thursday by Watchung Communications, Inc. been successful in receiving approval top priorities, with state grants con- Deception. Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Jeff Gruman from the N.J. Department of Educa- tributing toward eight of our schools. Answers to last week’s arcane words. ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER SALES MANAGER tion for 36 grants for capital projects. We have been successful in obtaining 1. Intima – The innermost layer of the Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo Although the state approved grants a safety grant from N.J. School Boards wall of an artery COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION for air conditioning our schools, the Insurance Group to support our secu- 2. Sbirro – A member of the police Betsey Burgdorf Ben Corbin Robert P. Connelly district’s share of the cost is esti- rity efforts in our other two schools. force in Italy EDUCATION & ARTS SERVICES BUSINESS OPERATIONS mated at $9.5 million, which is not State grant monies will also help 3. Prink – To dress for show feasible for us to fund. (Under the fund new boilers at Roosevelt Inter- 4. Sonsy – Lucky, pleasing SUBSCRIPTION PRICE www.goleader.com/subscribe terms of the grant, the state would mediate School and Tamaques El- TYPHINIA One-year – $33 • Two-year – $62 • Three-year – $90 fund 40 percent of an approved project ementary School, a generator at 1. Coughing up or spitting and the district would cover 60 per- Westfield High School, and HVAC 2. A disease of the gums characterized cent). In light of other needs of the controls in several schools. A more by bleeding or hemorraging district and limited funds, the board’s detailed list is included in my report 3. A relapsing fever The Carjacking! Facilities Committee recommends which is available as a link to the 4. An infection causing pernicious clot- ting of blood that the district does not pursue air Synopsis of the March 25 Board of JUSTE AU CORPS conditioning. Education meeting at 1. A soldier, especially an infantry Do We Need a Bigger Wall? At this point, we have accepted all www.westfieldnjk12.org/synopsis man 36 grants in the event there are alter- www.westfieldnjk12.org/synopsis . 2. A close fitting coat Westfielders are buzzing over the brazen carjacking and other do-gooder politicians take their heads out nate means of funding the air condi- The district will continue to seek 3. A decree or sentence of the court tioning. We had received price esti- grants whenever possible to help de- 4. An ethical or moral code on Monday afternoon. Two cretins, cold-blooded of the sand. There must be an honest dialogue to mates from our architects and engi- fray costs so that we may provide the THPHLOSIS gangsters with lengthy rap sheets of vicious deeds acknowledge that there are animals out there that are neers that we can provide to school educational programs that lead our 1. An uproar; clamor from the inner city of Newark were apprehended incorrigible. Animals that will murder with no re- groups, organizations or private indi- students to success and to support the 2. Vomiting blood 3. Blindness within minutes after an alert neighbor spotted them morse such as happened at the Short Hills Mall. viduals who may be interested in infrastructure which keeps them safe. 4. Whooping cough in the act on Minisink Way and dialed 911. Until society can find and implement genuine fundraising. If there is any public Dana Sullivan DEDOLENT The culprits sped up Lawrence Avenue and onto corrective measures, we must keep on guard and rely interest in pursuing this fundraising, Business Administrator 1. Feeling no compunction or regret I may be contacted at Westfield Public Schools 2. Lacking muscle or muscular strength Route 22 eastbound and into the trap set by the on the police to protect us. Also, we must scare the 3. Untidy or dirty Mountainside Police Department. Yes, there was wits out of criminals and lay the hammer on them so 4. Apathetic; disinterested gunfire. Fortunately, no innocents were hurt and the that they’re unlikely to come here again. Potholes Are Understandable But See more letters on page 5 duo were cuffed and stuffed. Thank you neighbor If the residents of the inner cities want help to rid and thank you Mountainside and Westfield police. themselves of the vermin, we’re all for it. But throw- Damage From Utility Digs Is Not Letters to Things such as this don’t happen here often. We’re ing money at it the way things are now just deepens It is understandable that some of The roadway was in excellent con- isolated and protected. It’s a wonder how the good their plight as the politicians drain the funds and our local roads are marred with pot- dition until it was opened for utility the Editor residents of Newark can live with this distress every keep them hooked. holes and splitting seams secondary access. It is now characterized by a day. They must stand up and help themselves. So, the former mayor of Newark is to be elected to damage caused to them by contrib- series of bumps, depressions and Group Challenges GOP uting factors such as weather, age, edges, which are visible and obvious There’s no solution to the quagmire until the U.S. Senator for New Jersey in November. erosion, and usage. I would like to as one travels over them. It doesn’t Leadership in Coming corrupt politicians are booted out of the inner cities Do we need a bigger wall? thank the town and the work crews matter whether those responsible for Garwood Primary who are presently working very hard digging up the roadway were state, In the June 3rd Republican pri- to improve the roads. local, public or private employees. mary, we are seeking election as Parties Must Do Better Job It is, however, completely unac- There should be oversight upon Garwood’s representatives to the ceptable that some previously, per- completion of work done to roads Union County Republican Commit- fectly paved roads are damaged by and a responsibility to restore the tee from our respective voting dis- utility or other companies and not road surface to the prior state. tricts. We believe that Garwood’s GOP Of Filling Candidate Slates restored to their prior condition. This A simple “cold press” of asphalt needs to go in a more conservative will inevitably accelerate the expected repair might fill a hole faster and save Monday’s filing deadline for candidates for fed- We encourage those persons who may not be direction and be a stronger and more deterioration of the same roads and money in the short term, but it doesn’t effective advocate for Garwood’s eral, county and municipal elective positions has involved with party politics to consider running for be a catalyst for future pothole for- equate to restoration. I understand homeowners, businesses, and prop- created a number of interesting Primary races this surrogate, freeholder or Fanwood and Mountainside mation. that it is impractical to repair every erty taxpayers. We believe our party June. However, unless there are successful write-in councils as write-in candidates. Those who reside in Case in point: Owing to utility work road blemish with a steamroller, or needs to be more responsive to its done in the area a few months ago, a “hot press,” but in my opinion, the voters and more open to new candi- campaigns launched in Fanwood and at the county either borough can run for their respective councils nearly one-mile stretch of westbound road repair should not be considered level, there will be no opposition for two Democrats as write-in candidates for the Republican nomina- dates and new ideas. For these rea- Central Avenue between Virginia an after thought or inconvenience to sons, we are running as Conservative seeking reelection on the borough council and only tion in Fanwood and Democratic nomination in Street and Sycamore Street now has do properly. And if the topic road Republicans to be the new leaders of one Republican candidate for three seats on county Mountainside if they are registered for the party’s nearly 35 approximate two feet by repair was considered to have been Garwood’s GOP. freeholder board. Also, the GOP did not run a nomination they are seeking or are unaffiliated, but five feet segments of partially de- properly performed, then it is fairly In addition to our commitment to pressed, or irregularly filled, pave- obvious that it wasn’t. the Republican Party, we all have candidate for surrogate. Democrats continued their ready to register with the party if their write-cam- ment resulting from the inadequate tradition of not running candidates for the paigns are successful. Carl Mazzara several important things in common. repair of the excavated pavement. Westfield We are all parents (or very soon will Mountainside Borough Council. The number of write-ins required differs per town be!). We are all homeowners in The party’s (D) candidate for Congress in the 7th so potential candidates should check with their town Why Was Christie Not Nominated Garwood and pay its property taxes. District, Clinton Township Mayor Janice Kovach, clerks. We have all fallen deeply in love with had most of her nominating petition signatures This June will be exciting for political pundits as For An Academy Award? this little town and are committed to invalidated by New Jersey Division of Elections, a there are mayoral primary races in Garwood, Rahway, What a surprise that the Governor’s was up for reelection. Hard to believe making its future even brighter. And personally selected California-based that Chris Christie would not act re- we all believe government should be decision she is appealing. Cranford resident Robert and Berkeley Heights. There will also be a Republi- the servant of its citizens rather than Turkavage, a former FBI agent, failed to meet can Primary for U.S. Senate and for Congress in the law firm of Gibson, Dunn and sponsibly, only to benefit himself and Crutcher has investigated the George his political advantage. What else their burdensome taskmaster. Monday’s 4 p.m. deadline to file his petitions for the 7th District as well as a Democratic Primary in the Washington Bridge scandal, and would we do with $25,000,000? We believe it is time for a change in GOP nomination for U.S. Senate making the Pri- 12th District. found Governor Chris Christie inno- I did enjoy seeing Chris Christie in the leadership of Garwood’s GOP. mary a four-man race with the winner to face Sena- In addition, we hope more citizens will throw their cent of all charges made against him. those “Stronger than the Storm” TV The current Republican mayor and That little political piece of work only commercials. Why are they having a local GOP chairman are to be com- tor Cory Booker (D). hat in the ring by running for their local school mended for stepping up to lead our In our view, candidates should not miss deadlines boards. The deadline to file for school board seats cost the taxpayers of New Jersey federal investigation looking into the $1,000,000 — Well worth the money $25,000,000 spent on those wonder- party and for the efforts they have put that are well spelled out. We also have to criticize the has been moved to 4 p.m. on Monday, July 28. to uphold Chris Christie’s honor and ful commercials? Is it a big deal that forth to date. But all organizations county and Fanwood GOP organizations for not As the lottery promotion says, “You have to be in his political life. Why does the New another firm bid $2,000,000 less than must adapt to change if they are to filing candidates for these offices. it to win it.” York Times and New Jersey The Star- the firm picked to produce the com- grow, thrive, and remain effective. Ledger refer to this as a whitewash? mercials? The Governor probably just Political parties, in particular, must Some say that Christie’s selection felt more comfortable with the pro- go through periods of renewal and of this law firm was not the best, ducers he picked. You know an actor revitalization. Now is such a time of being that the taxpayers of New Jer- like Chris Christie needs to feel a rejuvenation for Garwood’s GOP. sey already paid this law firm working relationship with those be- No matter who wins the Commit- $3,100,00 in legal fees in the hind the camera. tee election on June 3rd, it is Governor’s attempt to legalize sports The Congress gave us so much Garwood’s GOP that will emerge tri- betting in New Jersey. Do you really Sandy relief money that hey why not umphant. Please join us in this con- think that had anything to do the final keep the star of the commercials pro- versation over the future direction of findings of the investigation? Does fessionally happy. Why was he our party. We will each be reaching money and lots of it ever factor into not nominated for an Academy out to the Republican Primary voters judgment and opinion? Award? in our respective districts along with As a longstanding taxpayer in this All that talk of Chris Christie dol- our Conservative Republican candi- state, I am so happy we have such ing out Sandy Relief money as politi- date for mayor, Sal Piarulli. We will fiscally-responsible Governor that cal rewards and withholding money be communicating to you our vision treats our money as if it were his own. as political punishments really has for Garwood’s future while being Some complained Chris Christie me ticked off. sure to listen to your opinions and wasted $25,000,000 last November Does that happen in New Jersey? ideas. After all, it’s you—the vot- by holding a Special Senate Election, ers—who are our bosses. We hope Anthony LaPorta you’ll hire us for the job of leading weeks prior to the scheduled Novem- Westfield ber Election, in which Chris Christie Garwood’s GOP in a new and vibrant direction. Thank You to Scotch Plains-Fanwood Alex Grohol D1 Jim and Liz Mathieu D2 Dominick and Erika Zurzolo D3 Community for Scholarship Help Sal and Linda Piarulli D4 The Scotch Plains Fanwood Schol- student volunteer and who still want arship Foundation is most grateful to assist the Foundation should re- METS LOSE#! for the community support of our turn the envelope left at their door or Dollars for Students fundraising cam- send their contribution to the Scotch paign, which recently featured a Plains-Fanwood Scholarship Foun- house-to-house canvass of our com- dation, PO Box 123, Fanwood, N.J. munities by high school applicants 07023. for scholarship assistance. We thank The first phase of our Dollars for everyone who answered their door- Students campaign included a letter bell and spoke with our applicants. addressed to our supporters asking We also thank the students who gave for their continued financial assis- up their time to help us reach our tance. We greatly appreciate all those State LD-21 State LD-22 7th Congressional District goals on a raw and rainy weekend. who answered this letter. Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Representative Leonard Lance (R) Finally, we thank all those members Each donation, great or small, will 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. 425 North Avenue E., Westfield, NJ 07090 of the Foundation who worked so go toward scholarships for local stu- Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 (908) 518-7733 (908) 232-3673 (908) 587-0404 [Westfield, Mountainside, Garwood, Summit and Cranford long and hard to make the Dollars for dents. This year we have received Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asw. Linda Stender (D) are in the 7th Congressional District] Students campaign a success. 170 applications and look forward to 251 North Ave. West 1801 East Second St. People who may have missed their funding as many scholarships as pos- Westfield, N.J. 07090 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 12th Congressional District Union County Freeholders sible. This community’s generosity (908) 232-2073 (908) 668-1900 Rep. Rush Holt (D) in supporting our students’ goal of Elizabeth, New Jersey Deadlines Asm. Nancy Munoz (R) Asm. Jerry Green (D) 50 Washington Rd., West Windsor, N.J. 08550 (908) 527-4200 higher education has the potential to 57 Union Place, Suite 310 17 Watchung Ave. (609) 750-9365 Al Faella, Mgr. [email protected] change lives! 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 3, 2014 Page 5 Scotch Plains Republicans Announce Council Candidates for 2014 Letters to the Editor Alexander Smith, chairman of the Valley Rail Line Coalition. In 2012, he Scotch Plains Republican Committee, served as deputy mayor for a six-month Sal Piarulli Announces announced Monday that Michael period prior to the 2013 council year. “Mickey” Marcus, Bo Vastine, and More recently, he has led efforts to cre- Campaign for Garwood Mayor Llewellyn Jones have been chosen as ate the “Business District Development the Republican Primary Election candi- Committee,” which is an ad hoc sub- I am seeking the nomination of leadership that does not come at the cost dates for the three township council seats committee created to work on a plan for Garwood’s Republican voters to be their of taxpayers or the amenities our fami- that are up for election this year. All meaningful improvements to our down- candidate for mayor in November. When lies deserve. I will bring the steady hand three are currently on the town council. town. In addition, Councilman Vastine, my family and I chose this little town of competent leadership to Borough Hall Chairman Smith stated, “I am proud along with Councilmen Jones and with a big heart just over seven years that has been lacking these last years. that we are putting forward a slate of Marcus, has fought to restore the library ago, the community welcomed us with It’s time to put aside the infighting and experienced public servants that will con- budget so that it can resume the previous open arms making the transition ex- be transparent with every dollar gener- tinue to provide responsible, effective seven-day a week schedule. tremely easy. We instantly fell in love ated and spent. It’s time we complete the leadership to guide Scotch Plains for the Councilman Vastine stated, “The rea- with everything Garwood had to offer, athletic field for our kids and stop with next four years. Having Deputy Mayor son I ran for the Scotch Plains Township especially for our children. the excuses. Garwood is our town, and Marcus join our team is good news for the Council four years ago, and the reason I Like so many of you, my family has the time has come to better our lives here citizens of Scotch Plains. Over the past am running again this year, is that I had to make extremely tough financial and make it that much more attractive. four years, Mickey has demonstrated his believe these difficult times require decisions over the last few years. Prop- When visitors to the area drive through erty taxes have weighed heavily upon us they should say to themselves, “Wow, good judgment in making the right deci- unique leadership. We need responsible since we bought our home in Garwood. what a great little town.“ EDUCATION MATTERS...College Men's Club of Westfield kick off ticket sales sions for Scotch Plains.” and effective leadership to meet the chal- Unfortunately, an increase in taxes over The middle child of Italian immi- for the upcoming BBQ Band Party with "Best Kept Secret" planned for May 30th Deputy Mayor Marcus successfully lenges of our township. The economic the years has corresponded with a steady grants, I have been blessed with four at the Armory. All proceeds go to providing college scholarships for local ran for Scotch Plains Town Council in difficulties that we face as a state and as decrease in services, marked by a lack of beautiful children and an amazing wife students. 2010 and was unanimously chosen to be a township require tough decisions, but sustained direction. We have seen our who also serves as the vice-president of deputy mayor in 2014. On his service to they need to be made in a responsible property tax bill consistently go up, yet the Garwood PTA. Thanks to hard work College Men’s Club of Westfield Scotch Plains, Mickey stated, “Having way. That’s why it is extremely impor- many of the amenities that were such a and determination, I have been extremely the opportunity to serve the residents of tant that not only I but also Mickey and large part of why we have come to love successful in the business world, launch- Announce Spring Band Party Scotch Plains on the council is some- Llewellyn be re-elected because a swing Garwood have been taken from us. When ing programs and products that have thing that I enjoy and take great pride of even one vote on the council will lead decision makers get in a financial bind generated revenues in excess of $700 WESTFIELD — The College sors for food and liquor. and satisfaction in doing. As a person to a return to the mismanagement we they immediately threaten services to million by paying close attention to bud- Men’s Club of Westfield (CMC) is For more information, see who was raised in Scotch Plains, went to witnessed last year.” the taxpayers. As a property owner and gets and maximizing the return on our hosting a BBQ Band Party on May 30 www.facebook.com/CMCWestfield. school here and came back here to live Rounding out the ticket is Council- property taxpayer in our borough, I feel investments. I have also been fortunate at the Westfield Armory, starting at Contact your local CMC trustee and raise my own family, I believe that I man Jones, the newest member of the the pain very acutely of our local and to be a part of the Dean Michael Clarizio 6:30 pm. The CMC Band Party will for tickets or contact Jet Taylor, presi- have a unique background and experi- council having won election this past county governments to raise taxes as a Cancer Foundation (www.dmccf.com) be the second major fundraising dent, College Men’s Club of ence to offer in continued service on the November to fulfill an unexpired term. first instead of last resort. This year we as vice-president of marketing. Com- event, following the Boxing Night, to Westfield, P.O. Box 841, Westfield, town council.” Llewellyn and his wife, Bridget, moved will hear how our taxes are only rising a prised of a small group of volunteers Mickey attended Scotch Plains public to Scotch Plains five years ago, and have raise scholarship funds for Westfield NJ 07091. small percentage thanks to aid from the inspired by the vision of my childhood students. The CMC of Westfield is an all- schools, graduating from Scotch Plains three young children, the oldest of whom federal government. Well, where does friend, the DMCCF has raised over Fanwood High School in 1978. Mickey has just started in the Scotch Plains- “Interest in this event is very high, volunteer organization, which sup- our local government think that aid $400,000 with every dime going to fami- and we expect 150 to 250 couples for ports Westfield High School seniors holds a B.A. in Political Science from Fanwood public school system. Coun- comes from? That money is generated lies fighting this horrible disease. Fairleigh Dickinson University, and law cilman Jones is a finance professional, by us — the taxpayers — and I believe I am not afraid to give my opinion and a night of dancing and great BBQ with college scholarship money, degree from Emory University. Mickey co-founder of Qtrade Capital Partners we are not getting enough return on our I am not seeking to be all things to all food and drinks. We invite the public which is awarded based on academic and his wife Shari are the proud parents LLC, of Westfield. He was previously a investment. people, nor am I hoping to win some to attend,” stated Jet Taylor, CMC excellence and need. The CMC of of two children who were raised in Scotch vice- president at Goldman Sachs. He With decisive leadership, you will no popularity contest. Rather, Garwood’s president. The CMC has also signed Westfield has raised over a million Plains and schooled in the public school holds a B.A. degree in Economics and longer suffer all the exhausting excuses GOP needs wholesale change in its lead- up 13 local businesses for sponsors, dollars since the founding of the club system. Mathematics from Kenyon College, and that we hear every day with the con- ership which provides no effective and has recruited a number of spon- in 1922. Since moving to Scotch Plains seven a M.S. degree in Computational Finance struction of the athletic field. As mayor, counter to the big government taxing years ago with his wife Florence and from Carnegie Mellon University. In I will see that the long-delayed Athletic and spending programs of the local Dems McCarthy and Salvatore Seek two children, Mr. Vastine has been a addition to the council, he is active in the Field Complex is finally completed with Democrats. Because of all these reasons member of the Scotch Plains Republi- community volunteering at his church no more expenditure of your taxpayer and all of the missed opportunities to can Committee and was elected to the and as a youth soccer coach, served on dollars. This project has coasted along improve our borough these past three Seats On Cranford Twp. Committee township council in 2010. He has twice the zoning board of adjustment, and is a without a clear path for far too long. plus years, on June 3rd I am asking for The Cranford Democratic Com- from New York Institute of Technol- served on the planning board and has trustee of the Scotch Plains Senior Hous- With your support, I will take great your nomination as the Republican can- mittee has announced their two can- ogy this year. He and his wife, twice been the liaison to the Raritan ing Corporation. pride in providing clear and consistent didate for mayor as the first step in didates for township committee: Denise, attend St. Michael’s Church. making Garwood great. Brian McCarthy and Robert He is a coach and volunteer for the There’s Needed Clarity on Shady Rest, Salvatore Piarulli Salvatore. Brian and Rob have Cranford Baseball Softball League Candidate for Mayor stepped forward to continue our and a Past Grand Knight Union In The End Will Be the Pride Garwood fight for more accountable fiscal Council Knights of Columbus. He management and better services. works for a major retail chain. I have heard and read the recent rial, etc. that were required for con- qualify Shady Rest for The Register, Brian has lived in Cranford for “Brian and Rob are energetic and back and forth regarding the Shady sideration. As a result, the Council I truly believe The Town Council and 13 years with his wife, Liz, and two enthusiastic about Cranford,” said Rest repairs and Preservation and am put forward the need to hire a His- Town Manager will do everything boys in Cranford schools. He is an Carolyn Vollero, Cranford Demo- trying to work through the finger toric Architect to evaluate the condi- they can to help facilitate those steps. information technology specialist cratic chairman. “They will work pointing and accusations that are tions at Scotch Hills and steps neces- And if, unfortunately, the architects responsible for problem solving for positive change for our resi- going on. sary for The Historic Register. Fur- deem Registration acceptance as large corporate IT infrastructure dents.” As an avid golfer, a proud long thermore, Councilman Vastine sug- unachievable, I believe the Council issues for the company EMC. He is “I’m looking forward to working time Scotch Plains resident, and in gested moving moneys proposed for and Manager will act quickly to make a member of the board for Calvary with Brian and Rob on the town- the context of this issue, someone a spray park at Brookside Park be permanent repairs and/or upgrades Lutheran Day Care in Cranford and ship committee,” said Commis- that participated in most of the John switched to the paying of said His- to ensure the long term future of the coaches both of his sons on the sioner Tom Hannen. “They bring a Shippen Golf Outings and viewed toric Architect. building including appropriate ways Cranford Baseball Softball League. unique perspective as parents and both “A Place for Us” and “Uneven The addition of Shady Rest to The of honoring the history of both John READING IS GOOD FOR YOU! Rob has three children, a boy and volunteers in the community.” Lies” when they originally aired many Historic Register, while wonderful if Shippen and The Shady Rest Coun- GOLEADER.COM/ a girl in Cranford schools, and a Two three-year terms are up on the years ago, I want whatever is the best it comes to fruition, is realistically a try Club. daughter who will be graduating Township Committee this year. plan that can be achieved for the long shot (keep in mind that the His- So, I ask that in spite of the frustra- SUBSCRIBE future of Scotch Hills, Shady Rest. toric Registry covers more than just tions of members of the Shady Rest At the August 2013 Town Council buildings, it also covers sites and Committee in the time that has Meeting where the Shady Rest was areas). But while that hope still lives, spanned since last August, that they first discussed, which I was in atten- aren’t the Council’s hands tied be- show patience in waiting for the re- dance, I heard many passionate yond doing basic patch repairs so as port from the Architect and to please speeches from both citizens and the to not further deviate from the origi- stop trying to turn well meaning and Personal Injury Town Council. There was much con- nal structure even more than that sincere Councilpersons and our Town versation about repairs to the build- which has already occurred? Manager into villains or ing (especially the roof), but an equal Why is Councilman Vastine being “stonewallers”. amount of conversation regarding The blamed for what is a necessary posi- In the end, the pleasure, educa- & Auto Accidents National Historic Register. And in tion any more than the tional experience and pride that will my view, there in lies the current Councilpersons sitting in August be enjoyed for many, many years by dilemma facing the Council and Town 2013 that did not appropriate the those visiting the preserved and im- Manager. The experts that spoke money towards a new roof at that proved Shady Rest will be what truly about The Historic Register repeat- point? matters. 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PUBLICATION Torah Center Announces POLICE BLOTTER Crafts, Story Hour, Seder

WESTFIELD — The Union matzah, four cups of wine, a full- Westfield lice headquarters, processed and released. County Torah Center, located at 509 course meal, traditional songs and the Monday, March 24, an item of jew- Tuesday, March 25, a resident of Francis Central Avenue in Westfield, has an- four questions. Clear explanations will elry, valued at $60,000, and a Canadian Lane reported that he found a laptop com- nounced its upcoming activities in be provided at every stage of the Seder passport were reported stolen from a puter on his front lawn. According to preparation for Passover. and there will be opportunities for real residence on the 400 block of Otisco police, it is unknown at this time how the This Sunday, April 6, the Torah discussion. Drive. The victim said she had noticed laptop got there or who owns it. The Center will present “Passover Judaica The cost is $40 for adults and $20 that the two items were missing on Scotch Plains Police Department took Crafts and Story Hour” at 5 p.m. at for children. For more information or October 17, 2013. There were no signs possession of it. Creative Kids, located at 300 South to respond by Thursday, April 10, of forced entry and the victim said she Wednesday, March 26, a student at the may know the suspect responsible for Union County Vocational-Technical Avenue in Garwood. Children ages 3 call the Torah Center at (908) 789- the theft. Schools reported that while he was in and up will have an age-appropriate 5252 or e-mail [email protected]. Wednesday, March 26, Mathew Piedl, class someone removed his iPhone, val- crafts session with Lisa Goldenberg 27, of Springfield was arrested as the result ued at approximately $500, from his back- of Creative Kids, listen to the Passover Synagogue to Hold of a motor vehicle stop on Springfield pack. story and learn about the holiday. Popu- Avenue near Michael Drive on a Westfield Wednesday, March 26, the owner of a lar holiday songs also will be taught. Community Seder traffic warrant for $106. Bail was posted Park Avenue business reported that two “These programs will help the chil- SCOTCH PLAINS — Congrega- and a waiver was signed. individuals made approximately $250 in dren get excited about the upcoming tion Beth Israel will hold a commu- Wednesday, March 26, a merchant on purchases with a credit card that turned the 200 block of East Broad Street re- out to be stolen. holiday of Passover and to start look- nity Seder on the second night of TASTE OF ISRAEL...Students in fifth and sixth grade at Congregation Beth Passover, Tuesday, April 15, at 6:30 ported that two female suspects posing Thursday, March 27, a resident of ing forward to the Seder night,” stated Israel’s Religious School in Scotch Plains prepare hummus on March 19 as part as customers entered the store and, while Spruce Mill Lane reported that she had a Rabbi Levi Block, director of the p.m. This event is open to both mem- of a lesson about Israel. The students learned Hebrew vocabulary and facts about pretending to shop, stole her wallet, friend staying with her and that he took her Torah Center. A complimentary bers and non-members of the syna- hummus while making the Middle Eastern dish with Matan Sidi, an Israeli which contained cash and credit cards. motor vehicle without her consent and has Shmurah Matzah will be given to gogue. Cantor Matt Axelrod of Con- emissary. Through a program sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Greater The suspects were described as His- failed to bring it back. every family in attendance. Admis- gregation Beth Israel will lead the MetroWest, Mr. Sidi works weekly at Congregation Beth Israel to educate panic, 20 to 30 years of age, both 5 feet Friday, March 28, a resident of East sion is $5 per child. family-friendly Seder. students about his country. and 6 inches tall, and one appearing to Second Street reported that she has been This program is open to the public Congregation Beth Israel is a tradi- be pregnant. receiving numerous calls from a former and everyone is welcome. Interested tional yet egalitarian Conservative Wednesday, March 26, Daniel boyfriend, who either yells or hangs up. persons are asked to respond by synagogue, serving Scotch Plains, Spring Assembly to Feature Marrero, 28, of Roselle was arrested at Mountainside Thursday, April 3, by e-mailing ei- Fanwood, Westfield and surrounding Roselle police headquarters on an out- Tuesday, March 25, Anthony towns. The community Seder will be standing Westfield warrant for $140. He Robinson, 53, of Elizabeth was picked up ther [email protected] or ‘Sugar, Oysters and War’ was processed and held pending a court at the Hillside Police Department on an [email protected]. For more in- strictly kosher for Passover. appearance. outstanding warrant in the amount of formation, call the Torah Center at For more information or to make WESTFIELD — The five histori- (SAR). Wednesday, March 26, a business owner $1,009. (908) 789-5252 or Creative Kids at reservations, contact the synagogue cal societies of Westfield will gather Raising cane was not only what on the 200 block of Lenox Avenue re- Thursday, March 27, Steven A. Shallis, (908) 232-4949. office at (908) 889-1830 or at for their annual Spring Assembly on most of the American patriots did ported being the victim of a theft. Accord- 23, of Browns Mills was arrested for The Union County Torah Center [email protected]. The cost is $25 for Tuesday, April 8, at 7:30 p.m. at The during the Revolutionary War but ing to the victim, two female suspects driving with a suspended license after a will hold a public Seder, open to the adults and $13 for children age 5 and Presbyterian Church in Westfield, was one of the most profitable con- entered her store, one of who distracted motor vehicle stop on Route 22. community, on Tuesday, April 15, at 8 under. Congregation Beth Israel is lo- located at 140 Mountain Avenue. cerns for the British/American colo- her while the other stood at the front of the Fanwood cated at 18 Shalom Way, at the corner store by the counter. The first suspect then Sunday, March 30, Mark Boyle, 27, of p.m. Taking place at the center, the Featured speaker Ken Ward will nists during the late 17th century. A purchased items with a credit card that was Westfield was arrested following a motor Seder will feature round hand-baked of Martine Avenue, in Scotch Plains. present “Sugar, Oysters and War” couple of early Elizabethtown inhab- later reported stolen. The victim said she vehicle stop at North and Morse Avenues Elizabeth 1664-1176. itants learned to blend politics and also discovered that two credit cards were on an active warrant out of Scotch Plains. The Westfield Historical Society finances to help fund the colonists’ missing from her wallet. These cards were He was processed, posted bail and re- will host this year’s event, joined by fight for freedom from the British. later used fraudulently, according to po- leased. members of the Genealogical Soci- Attendees will learn more about lice. Sunday, March 30, Ian Fealey, 20, of ety of the West Fields, Miller-Cory the sugar and slave economy and the The suspects were described as His- Somerville was arrested and charged with House Museum, Daughters of the part Westfield played in the world panic, 20 to 30 years of age, both 5 feet DWI following a motor vehicle stop on American Revolution (DAR) and economy. Mr. Ward also will dis- and 6 inches tall, and one appearing to be the 300 block of Terrill Road. After fail- pregnant. ing field sobriety tests at the scene, he Sons of the American Revolution cuss a few of the remaining struc- Thursday, March 27, Christopher was transported to police headquarters, tures from these times in present- Denker, 28, of Toms River was arrested at processed and released to a responsible Hist. Soc. to Salute day Elizabeth. police headquarters on an outstanding no- person. Mr. Ward’s association with the bail Union County Sheriff’s warrant. Denker Sunday, March 30, a business on South New Jersey Poetry history of Elizabeth and Union was at police headquarters on an unrelated Avenue reported an unknown male shop- WESTFIELD — The Westfield County began in the early 1970s when matter at the time of his arrest. He was lifted $28 worth of merchandise from the Historical Society will showcase New he worked with Mary Alice Kean on turned over to the Union County Sheriff’s store. Jersey Poetry during April as part of the inventory of Liberty Hall in Union. Office. the celebration of New Jersey’s 350th Shortly thereafter he became secre- Thursday, March 27, a resident of the Blood Drive to Be anniversary. 700 block of Fairacres Avenue reported tary of the Elizabethtown Historical the theft of jewelry, valued at $15,050, Anyone interested in reading a Foundation, which maintained the after delivery company personnel left the Held This Saturday poem by a New Jersey poet is invited Belcher-Ogden Mansion, Bonnell home. There are no known suspects at FANWOOD — The Fanwood to stop by the Reeve History and House and St. John’s Parsonage, all this time. Presbyterian Church will sponsor a Cultural Resource Center, located at historic buildings in Elizabeth. Thursday, March 27, Jonny A. Community Cares Blood Drive this 314 Mountain Avenue in Westfield, In 1999 the Historical Society of Londonosarrazola, 31, of Elizabeth was Saturday, April 5, from 7:30 a.m. to this Sunday, April 6, between 2 and 4 Elizabeth, N.J. Inc. was founded. As arrested at police headquarters on outstand- 3 p.m., at the New Jersey Blood p.m. to select from a group of well- trustee and vice-president of the new ing warrants from East Rutherford, for Services Donor Center, located at known New Jersey works. Poets rep- organization, Mr. Ward accepted the $350, and Union, for $190. He was pro- 2279 South Avenue in Scotch Plains. resented include Walt Whitman, cessed and released on his own recogni- Having an Eggciting Time at Williams Nursery responsibility for the care and use of zance by both municipalities. Donors age 16 or older are urgently Stephen Crane, Joyce Kilmer and Bonnell House and the Belcher- Thursday, March 27, a business owner needed. Williams Nursery Sets April 19 Egg Hunt New Jersey native Robert Pinsky, who Ogden Mansion from the Elizabeth on the 100 block of Elm Street reported One out of every three persons served as Poet Laureate Consultant Historical Foundation, positions he he was the victim of an act of fraud. will need blood or blood compo- WESTFIELD — Williams and under. This is a free event. Please in Poetry to the Library of Congress. retains today. With Future City Inc., According to the victim, an individual nents at some time during their lives, Nursery’s 18th Annual Easter Egg arrive at least 30 minutes early; the The formal reading, open to the the Historical Society has restored representing his electric utility provider yet fewer than one in 10 persons Hunt will take place Saturday, April hunt will begin at exactly 2 p.m. The public, will be held on Sunday, April both buildings and made use of them said there was an outstanding bill that eligible to give blood ever does so. 19, at 2 p.m. There will be over 5,000 nursery is located at 524 Springfield 27, allowing those who have selected for high-school and college students, needed to be addressed. The victim paid Donated blood has a limited shelf eggs filled with candy and toys. Take Avenue in Westfield. poems a few weeks to learn more for regional stakeholders working the fictitious bill over the phone with a life. It is important to maintain an credit card. It later was determined the your picture with the Easter Bunny. Paid Bulletin Board about their selections. In addition, if on environmental and cultural adequate supply. The Egg Hunt is for children 10 years caller/utility representative misrepre- goleader.com/express members of the public have other projects, and for in-depth historical sented himself to obtain credit card infor- Donors must satisfy weight crite- poems they would like to read by studies of individual community sec- mation. ria, be in generally good health and New Jersey poets, including them- tions of the City of Elizabeth. Friday, March 28, a resident of the 100 have a valid photo identification. Cranford Historical Society selves, they may bring them and they Donations are always appreciated block of Harrow Road reported an incident Sixteen-year-olds must furnish a can be added to the formal reading to any of the five historical organi- of identity theft. Someone obtained the signed parental consent form and schedule as time permits. zations at the Spring Assembly. victim’s personal information and opened persons age 76 or older must fur- For more information, contact the multiple credit card accounts and cell phone nish medical clearance. Slates ‘Memory and Dress’ contracts. All the accounts have outstand- CRANFORD — The Cranford His- that was not their wedding. Even men Westfield Historical Society at (908) Scholar-In-Residence To schedule an appointment to 654-1794 or ing balances and the victim created no such donate blood at the Fanwood Pres- torical Society will present “Memory save articles of clothing — most veter- Due at Synagogue transactions. There are no suspects at this and Dress” with costume curator Gail ans save their uniforms. [email protected]. time. byterian Drive on Saturday, call Kris Alterman this Sunday, April 6, from Attendees are invited to bring to WESTFIELD — All are welcome Saturday, March 29, Randolph Adams at (908) 889-7361. Individu- 2 to 4 p.m., at The Crane-Phillips the program articles of clothing that Library to Present to pray and learn at Temple Emanu- Montford, 41, of Piscataway was arrested als also may leave a message for House Museum, located at 124 North have special personal meaning, tell El’s Scholar-in-Residence Weekend at the Route 28 traffic circle and charged Kris with their name and phone Union Avenue in Cranford. The pro- why they saved it and to share their Sinatra Tribute with visiting scholar Rabbi Rex with driving while intoxicated (DWI) number at the church office at (908) gram will begin at 2:15 p.m. memories of shopping in town cen- GARWOOD — The Garwood Pub- Perlmeter. and possession of a prohibited weapon, 889-8891. For additional informa- lic Library will present “A Touch of During the Friday, April 11, Erev which police described as a collapsible tion, contact New Jersey Blood Ser- Some people save an article of cloth- ters that were not indoor malls. baton. Montford’s motor vehicle was ing because it was something special Admission is free. Space is lim- Sinatra,” a tribute to Frank Sinatra, on Shabbat service at 7:45 p.m., Rabbi vices at 1-(800) 933-BLOOD or Wednesday, April 23, at 7 p.m. Per- towed per John’s Law and he was turned or was a particular favorite. Maybe an ited, so reservations are required. To Perlmeter will speak on “Can I be over to a responsible adult after process- visit nybloodcenter.org. item was worn for a special occasion, reserve a seat, call the Historical formed by Donnie Farraro and nar- Jewish, Religious and Spiritual: Do I ing at police headquarters. or is the result of a specific event in life Society’s office at (908) 276-0082 or rated by Joe Gilligan, this hour-plus have to be?” At the noon Lunch and Scotch Plains WNC Announces send an e-mail to musical show will highlight the Learn on Saturday, April 12, he will Monday, March 24, Joseph Tremarco, Garwood Knights [email protected]. singer’s most famous tunes and relate discuss “Staying Connected When 35, of Gillette was arrested and charged Benefit Dinner Established in 1928, the Cranford anecdotes from his life and career. Living and Loving Hurt: Teachings with driving while intoxicated (DWI) after Schedule Fish Fry Through Sinatra’s array of hits songs and Reflections on the Spiritual Sig- a motor vehicle stop on Mountain Avenue. WESTFIELD — The Westfield Historical Society, a non-profit orga- Neighborhood Council Dream Mak- GARWOOD — The Garwood and albums during the 1940s and nificance of Suffering and Loss.” After failing several field sobriety tests at nization, is dedicated to the preserva- the scene, Tremarco was transported to ers will present a Southern Fried Knights of Columbus will hold their tion and perpetuation of Cranford’s 1950s, he left behind a massive cata- Rabbi Perlmeter is a worship and log of work that includes such iconic spirituality specialist and the director police headquarters, processed and released. Chicken and Fried Fish Fry fund- Lenten fish fry by Thistles on Friday, history. For more information, visit Tuesday, March 25, Kevin Paynes, 49, raising dinner tomorrow, Friday, April April 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. at their cranfordhistoricalsociety.com. tunes as “Love and Marriage,” “Fly of the Congregational Consulting of Caldwell was arrested after a motor Me to the Moon,” “Summer Wind” Group. He served as rabbi at Temple 4, from noon to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Council Hall. vehicle stop on Route 22 on an outstand- April 5, from noon to 6 p.m. This year baked fish will be of- Ms. Azcarraga to Give and, of course, “New York, New York.” Israel of Greater Miami followed by ing $235 warrant issued by the Essex Registration is required for this the Baltimore Hebrew Congregation. County Court. He was transported to po- The event will take place at the fered, as well as the traditional fried Westfield Neighborhood Council, fish; chicken also will be available. Home Readiness Talk event and may be done in person at Throughout his years in the pulpit, FANWOOD — Real estate advi- the library, by calling (908) 789-1670, Rabbi Perlmeter has often spoken located at 127 Cacciola Place in Tickets are $13 in advance and $15 at Westfield. Participants may eat in the door; the cost for children under sor Robin Azcarraga will present a or at the interactive calendar found about issues related to social justice. Hearing Society program on Monday, April 7, at 7 on the library’s website at Reservations are needed for the or take out their meals. Orders will age 12 is $10. Participants may dine Offers Scholarships support the Council’s S.T.A.R.S. in or take out their meals. p.m. at the Fanwood Memorial Li- youseemore.com/garwood. Lunch and Learn only by Friday, WESTFIELD — The Hearing So- brary on getting one’s home ready The Garwood Public Library is April 4; the cost for the dairy lunch is program (Special Needs, Training Tickets can be obtained at the ciety currently is accepting applica- and Recreational Social events). Council Hall weekdays after 4:30 for whatever may come. located at the corner of Walnut Street $5 per person. For further informa- tions to its Sarah H. McGhee Memo- Ms. Azcarraga will explain what it and Third Avenue, behind the Lin- tion and to respond, call Rabbi Sarah For more information, call Mary p.m. or on weekends after 2 p.m. For rial Scholarship fund for the school Withers at (908) 616-9172; fax more information, call (908) 789- takes to stage a home, how to maxi- coln School complex. Library hours Smiley at (908) 232-6770, extension year 2014-2015. These scholarships mize spring cleaning and how to make are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. no. 139, or visit tewnj.org. Temple (908) 233-0774 or e-mail 9809 or contact Dennis Clark at (908) provide financial assistance to high- [email protected]. 247-5389. one’s life simpler. to 8 p.m.; Fridays, 9 a.m. to 4:30 Emanu-El is located at 756 East Broad school students who have documented The Garwood Knights of Colum- The Fanwood Memorial Library is p.m., and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Street in Westfield. hearing loss and have been accepted Sierra Club to Learn bus Council Hall is located at 37 located at North Avenue and Tillotson into accredited two-year colleges or South Avenue in Garwood, across Road. For more information about vocational schools ($2,000) or four- About Its History from the Pathmark store. Parking is this or other programs at the library, Cadette Girl Scouts Plan year colleges or universities ($4,000). AREA — The Sierra Club will available in the back lot, off of Wil- call (908) 322-6400 or visit A special characteristic of these awards present Eric Hausker, co-chairman low Avenue. fanwoodlibrary.org. is that they are renewable for one to of the Sierra Club Loantaka Group, Enrichment Program three years providing the student main- during its meeting on Wednesday, WESTFIELD — Eighth-grade Girl p.m., at Edison Intermediate School, tains satisfactory grades. April 9, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. The Scouts Heart of New Jersey Cadette located at 800 Rahway Avenue in Application forms are available meeting will take place at The Li- Troop No. 40056 at Edison Interme- Westfield. Participation in this pro- on request by contacting Mrs. P. brary of the Chathams, located at diate School is offering “Fun with gram does not lead to Girl Scout Hanigan, Scholarship Chairperson, 214 Main Street in Chatham. Scouts,” an after-school enrichment membership. For registration infor- 1213 Wyoming Avenue, Mr. Hausker will give a review of program for Westfield girls in the mation, e-mail Charlotte Lee at Mountainside, N.J. 07092, or by call- the Sierra Club’s history, starting first and second grades. [email protected]. ing her at (908) 233-4512 (voice). with its founding in 1892 by John Girl Scout membership is not re- GSHNJ serves more than 25,000 Applications must be submitted no Muir, as a hiking club with 182 quired to participate in this pro- girls, ages 5 to 17, and 11,000 adult later than Friday, May 16, 2014. members with a view to protecting gram. Different theme-based activi- members in the counties of Union, A not-for-profit organization, The Yosemite National Park, all the way ties will be featured each week for Essex, Hudson, Somerset, Hearing Society has served people into its second century as one of the five weeks, including games, arts Hunterdon, southern Warren and parts with hearing impairments in Union major players in the fight to pre- and crafts, stories and more. En- of Middlesex. GSHNJ provides lead- County since 1932. The Society serve the biosphere of the entire rollment is limited to 20 girls each ership development for girls at all also sponsors a class in speech (lip) planet. The organization’s major week; girls can enroll for up to five age levels through programs that in- reading at the First Baptist Church triumphs and setbacks will be men- weeks. Registration is $10 per week, clude: science, technology, financial in Westfield, located at 170 Elm tioned in detail. and is due at least one week before literacy, health, the arts, and outdoor Street, and welcomes interested The meeting will be free and open the program date. and environmental awareness. For people from the area to attend. For to the public. For more informa- READY TO FLY...The Garwood Public Library held its fifth annual kite- The program will be held on Mon- more information about how to be- more information about the Society, tion, call (908) 233-2414; go to making project on March 22. Holding true to the season, that Saturday proved days, April 28, May 5, May 12, May come a Girl Scout, volunteering or call Alice Knecht at (908) 688-8241 newjersey.sierraclub.org/loantaka to be a windy day for these kiting enthusiasts. 19 and June 2, from 3:30 to 4:30 donating, visit gshnj.org. (voice) or contact [email protected]. or e-mail [email protected]. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 3, 2014 Page 7 Echo Lake Church of Christ Welcomes New Minister WESTFIELD — The Echo Lake sor of Biblical studies for Rochester Church of Christ is inviting the com- College in Rochester Hills, Mich., munity to join the congregation in where he, his wife, their three chil- welcoming its new minister/pastor, dren and their spouses also are alumni. Douglas Allen, and his Brother Allen is avail- wife, Cathy. The church able for Biblical in- is located at 419 Spring- struction, discussion field Avenue in Westfield, and/or counseling, and at the intersection of East he offers his services to Broad Street. those families needing Brother Allen earned help for wedding cer- his Master of Arts in The- emonies and funeral ology from Cincinnati services. He publishes Christian University and a weekly note of inspi- has been active in minis- ration on his blog, try within Churches of “Holy to the Lord.” It Christ since 1981. His can be viewed at most recent work was with dallen31160.blogspot.com. the congregation in Minister Douglas Allen The Echo Lake Church Roseville, Mich. from of Christ holds weekly Connie and Ed Hendrzak September of 2000 until September worship on Sundays at 11 a.m. and of 2012. His other locations of min- 2:30 p.m. Additionally, Bible classes istry include New Hampshire are offered on Sundays at 10 a.m. and (Manchester), Ohio (Canton, East on Wednesdays at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Sparta and Lynchburg) and Michi- For more information about the church Connie and Ed Hendrzak gan (Allen Park and Roseville). and Brother Allen, call (908) 233- MR. AND MRS. RAYNOR THOMAS DENITZIO He has experience teaching at all 4946 or visit the church’s website at (She is the former Miss Courtney Alison Scrib) age levels, most recently as a profes- echolakechurch.org. Celebrate 50th Anniversary Connie and Ed Hendrzak cel- & Co. She then became a senior medi- ebrated their 50th wedding anni- cal data specialist in the International Missionary From Ukraine versary on Saturday, June 29, 2013, Regulatory Affairs Department. Miss Courtney A. Scrib at the Riverview Pavilion in Belmar, The party was given by their chil- N.J. They lived in Westfield for 43 dren, Jill Henion of Danvers, Mass., To Speak Sunday at Church years before moving to the Cherry Edward M. Hendrzak of Forest Hills, Weds Raynor T. Denitzio Quay section of Brick, N.J. They N.Y. and Karen Capone of Westfield, CRANFORD — The First Pres- their parents in the eyes of both also are longtime residents of N.J. All are graduates of Westfield Miss Courtney Alison Scrib, daugh- keting from Villanova University in byterian Church of Cranford, lo- other Roma and those of the larger Naples, Fla. Their marriage took High School. ter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Scrib of Villanova, Pa. and a Master of Business cated at 11 Springfield Avenue, Ukrainian society. place at St. Adalbert’s Church in Connie and Ed also have five grand- Vienna, Va., was married on Saturday, Administration from Boston College will hold a special 10 a.m. worship Since August 2012, her class size Elizabeth, N.J. children. They are Ian and Rebecca July 27, to Raynor Thomas Denitzio. in Chestnut Hill, Mass. She currently service this Sunday, April 6, fea- has grown to include 3- to 14-year- Ed is a graduate of Rutgers Univer- Henion of Danvers and Andrew, Daniel He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas works in human resources manage- turing Presbyterian Church (USA) olds and adults. In addition to her sity and worked at Merck & Co. in and Matthew Capone of Westfield. Denitzio of Scotch Plains. ment for Fairmont Hotels and Resorts. missionary the Reverend Nadia work with the Roma children, she Rahway, N.J. for 38 years. He was a The couple received a Papal Bless- The ceremony took place at St. The groom earned a Bachelor of Ayoub. Reverend Ayoub will is working with international and senior research chemist. Connie is a ing from Pope Francis, a special Spiri- Genevieve’s Parish in Elizabeth with Arts degree in Political Science from preach about the Syrophoenician national full-time volunteers to de- graduate of Jersey City Medical Cen- tual Mass and Blessings from the the Reverend George Gillen offici- Villanova University in 2007. He woman, Mark 7:24-29, and touch velop a comprehensive early-child- ter in Jersey City, N.J. and was an Dominican Nuns at the Rosary Shrine ating. The bride was escorted by her currently works in the Continuing upon her experiences implement- hood development program that occupational health nurse at Merck in Summit, N.J., where Connie is a father. A reception followed at the Medical Education Department at ing church-related early-childhood can be used by other communities volunteer, and a letter from Woody Park Savoy Estate in Florham Park. Harvard Medical School. education programs for Roma chil- in Central and Eastern Europe. Chabad to Conduct Johnson, owner of the New York Jets. The bride earned a Bachelor of Sci- The bride and groom reside in dren in marginalized communities. To learn more about the First They have been season ticket owners ence in Business Administration, Mar- Boston. A reception will follow. All are Presbyterian Church of Cranford, Community Seder since the 1970s. welcome. visit firstprescranford.org or call FANWOOD — Chabad of Union When International Mission or- (908) 276-8440. County invites all residents to par- First Baptist Offers Presbyterian NS and K Has ganization representative Michael ticipate in a community Seder in ob- Parker returned from a trip to the Temple Invites All servance of Passover, to be held on Group For Singles Ukraine in April 2009, he handed a Monday night, April 14, at 8 p.m. WESTFIELD — Widowed, di- Kindergarten Openings report to the PCUSA telling tales To Passover Seder Included in the Seder will be a holi- vorced or never-married persons are WESTFIELD — The Presbyterian Jersey state standards for kindergar- of extreme educational, health and WESTFIELD — Temple Emanu- day dinner paired with a variety of invited to join the Singles Group that Nursery School and Kindergarten ten education, coordinating with area socio-economic deprivation. He El invites members of the commu- fine wines and handmade round meets each Sunday at the First Bap- (PNS and K), located at 140 Moun- public-school requirements. Indi- wrote, “…upon crossing the bor- nity to gather with the congrega- “Shmurah” Matzah. tist Church, located at 170 Elm Street tain Avenue in Westfield, has ex- vidual attention is given to each child’s der from Hungary to Ukraine, tion in prayer at its community “Passover is not simply a celebra- in Westfield. Meetings will take place panded its kindergarten program to developmental needs. though only a few hundred yards, Passover Seder table on Tuesday, tion of the historic liberation of an this month on April 6, 13, 20 and 27 offer three full-day classes to the com- Creative, developmentally appro- one passes from a modern Euro- April 15, at 6 p.m. Senior Rabbi ancient people,” said Rabbi Avrohom at 9 a.m. downstairs in Harvey Hall. munity. The third class became part priate lessons cover all content areas: pean state into what was once the Doug Sagal and Cantor Martha Blesofsky, director of Chabad of This program is a discussion group of the program in September, and language arts (literacy, writing, read- Soviet Union – and a forgotten and Novick will lead the service, which Union County. “Passover is about that deals with singles’ issues and fos- openings are available for the 2014- ing), mathematics (University of isolated part at that.” He entreated memorializes the Jews’ sacred pil- our own personal liberation – physi- ters friendships and a sharing of expe- 2015 school year. Chicago’s Everyday Math program the group to address the poverty, grimage from Egyptian bondage cally, emotionally and spiritually.” riences. Coffee, cake and bagels are The Presbyterian Nursery School and Math Their Way), science, social discrimination and social separa- to freedom in the Land of Israel. Chabad of Union County is located served, and a $2 donation is requested. was established in 1948 as an integral studies, music, movement/rhythms tion in this country that suffered “The Passover Seder tells the at 193 South Avenue in Fanwood. The Other activities include winter part of the Presbyterian Church’s and creative arts. Kindergarten stu- 100 percent unemployment in story of our people’s journey from cost is $36 for adults and $18 for chil- movie nights, picnics and holiday get- Christian Education Program. An all- dents also receive special instruction 2009. bondage to freedom. It is a joyful dren. All are welcome to join the com- togethers. The group is non-denomi- day kindergarten program was started in Spanish and poetry. Reverend Ayoub felt called to help and inspirational celebration. We munity Seder, regardless of Jewish af- national and all are welcome. For more in 2002, growing to two classes in PNS and K encourages children to the people and has been serving in welcome everyone to our table,” filiation or background. Reservations information, call Bob at (908) 322- 2006 in response to parents’ requests. discover the world around them Karpatalia-Ukraine at the invitation said Rabbi Sagal. can be made online at ChabadUC.com. 7762 or Maryann at (908) 686-0563. The third class was added to address through the medium of play. Kinder- of the Hungarian Reformed Church The cost for non-members is $65 a growing waitlist for the program. garten activities emphasizing explo- in Carpath-Ukraine since 2010, per adult and $20 per child under The Chelsea at Fanwood presents PNS and K has large, bright class- ration, investigation, questioning and where she organizes classes for 4- age 12. All are welcome and reser- rooms and playgrounds that over- analysis provide foundations for fu- to- 8-year-olds. Her work has im- vations are needed by Wednesday, look the pond at Mindowaskin Park. ture development. proved their self-esteem as well as April 9. Interested persons are INDEPENDENT LIVING Kindergarten classes feature small Students are accepted to PNS and K the status of the Roma children and asked to call Carolyn Shane, ex- Apartments for active seniors class sizes, with a maximum of 18 regardless of race, religion or national ecutive director, at (908) 232-6770, students per class. With two full-time or ethnic origin. For more informa- See it all on the Web! extension no. 114, or to visit Studio, one and two-bedroom apartments & teachers in each classroom, the teacher/ tion, call Director Jennifer Collum at tewnj.org. Temple Emanu-El is the fabulous LOFTS AT CHELSEA! child ratio does not surpass 1 to 9. The (908) 233-0766 or visit westfieldpc.org www.goleader.com located at 756 East Broad Street in curriculum meets or exceeds the New using the “Connect” tab. 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Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski, P.C. 340 North Avenue Cranford, New Jersey 07016 (908) 272-0200 www.dughihewit.com Page 8 Thursday, April 3, 2014 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Alice Mae Doyle, 84, Was Longtime Katherine E. Stanley, 79, Had Been Resident of Cranford and Westfield – Obituaries – Honored For Her Volunteer Work Alice Mae Doyle of Cranford, N.J. Rose Doyle of Corinth, N.Y., Timo- Raymond Stafford, 88, Hess Executive; Katherine Elise “Kitty” Wade and in recognition of her service in passed on Thursday, March 27, 2014, thy W. Doyle of New Hampton, N.H., Stanley, 79, of Mount Pleasant, S.C., Children’s Oncology was honored in peacefully at home with her hus- and Mark and Veronica Doyle of Devoted Family Man and Navy Veteran spouse of John G. Stanley, died Fri- 1999 with the Ann D. Edwards Vol- band, William A. Doyle, at her side. Cranford. She also was the beloved day, March 28, 2014. unteer of the Year Award. Alice was born in mother of the late Patrick Raymond Kenneth Stafford, 88, of moved to Lakeview Village in Born in Baltimore, Md. on July 4, She is survived by her husband, Newark, N.J. on June K. Doyle. Lakeview Village, Lenexa, Kan., died Lenexa, Kan., where he was ac- 1934, daughter of the late Lorentz G. Captain John G. Stanley, USCG (Ret.) 22, 1929. She was 84 Alice also is survived Sunday, March 23, 2014, at his home tively involved with Lakeview’s Wade and Anita Biemiller Wade, she of Mount Pleasant, S.C.; four chil- years old and was a long- by 13 grandchildren and surrounded by his family. He was Channel 4 and served on the grew up in Westfield, N.J. and earned dren, John G. Stanley, Jr., husband of time resident of 11 great-grandchildren born September 7, 1925 in Wichita, Lakeview Village Foundation her Bachelor of Arts in Early Child- Teresa Favreau, of South Weymouth, Cranford and Westfield along with numerous Kan. to George Elwyn Stafford and Board. Raymond became a charter hood Education from Goucher Col- Mass., Kimberly (Stanley) Daigre, for over 57 years. nieces and nephews. Arra Cleo Adams, the member of the lege in 1956. She met Coast Guard wife of Rivet Daigre, of Manitou She is survived by her Alice is the daughter of sixth of seven children. He Lakeview Skydiving Academy graduate John Stanley in Springs, Colo., Michael W. Stanley, husband of more than the late James Hewitt and was preceded in death by Club in 2012, when he Cape May, N.J. and they married two husband of Kathryn (Gillon) Stanley, 62 years of marriage, Ethel Vermilyea. She is his parents, one sister, four made his inaugural years later. of Seattle, Wash., and Jeffrey S. William A.; her chil- the sister-in-law to Elsie brothers and one grand- jump at age 87. He also After a year teaching first grade in Stanley, husband of Joan (Siegel) dren, Carol and Robert Vermilyea and was pre- son. was a 66-year member a two-room schoolhouse in Sudbury, Stanley, of Burke, Va.; nine grand- Dinsmore of Cranford, deceased by her sister, Raymond attended of the Thayer Masonic Mass., she spent the next 26 years children and two step-grandchildren. William and Claudia Dorothy, and her brother, Thayer High School in Lodge No. 149. moving eight times with John’s Coast A memorial reception will be held Doyle of East Windsor, Alice Mae Doyle James Hewitt. Alice is Thayer, Kan., and after Throughout his life, Guard duty assignments, which in- at Franke at Seaside Burgess Center James and Linda Doyle the sister-in-law to Claire graduation in 1943 both personally and pro- cluded Boston, Mass. (twice), Troy, today, Thursday, April 3, at 1:30 p.m. of Kearney, Mo., Kathleen P. and the late Edward Smith of Verona, joined the United States fessionally, Raymond N.Y., Ketchikan, Alaska (where she In lieu of flowers, memorials may be Dinsmore of Cranford, Thomas and N.J. and the late Brother Walter Doyle, Navy, serving as a Yeo- was known and admired gave birth to a son in a small hospital made to MUSC Children’s Hospital, S.J. man Second Class on the by everyone for his hu- where he was the only non-native 169 Ashley Avenue, Charleston, S.C. Raffaela R. Stanziano A 1947 graduate of East Orange USS Rutland in the South mility, honesty and in- baby), Seattle, Wash., New Orleans, 29425. Raffaela R. Stanziano passed away High School, Alice was employed by Pacific during World War Raymond K. Stafford tegrity. He was a devoted La. and Washington, D.C. (twice). Arrangements have been entrusted peacefully on Wednesday, March 26, NJ Bell for many years as a telephone II. On May 14, 1949 he husband, father and She was always active in support- to McAlister-Smith Funeral Home, 2014. operator. married Jane Fogleman in Thayer, grandfather. He will be greatly missed ing the children of Coast Guard fami- Mount Pleasant Chapel, 1520 Rifle Mrs. Stanziano was born in A Mass was held on Tuesday, April Kan. Raymond and Jane moved to by all. lies. Upon John’s retirement they Range Road, Mount Pleasant, S.C.; Hoboken and was a Westfield resi- 1, at St. Mary’s Church in Newark. Tulsa, Okla. where he attended the He is survived by his wife, Jane; moved to Isle of Palms, S.C. and she (843) 884-3833. dent for 50 years. She was a Cub Interment followed at Gate of Heaven University of Tulsa and graduated their four children, Terre Frank of began actively volunteering at MUSC Expressions of sympathy may be Scout den mother and enjoyed gar- Cemetery in East Hanover, N.J. in 1954 with a Bachelor of Science Del Mar, Calif., Patricia Oakley Children’s Hospital. She was recog- viewed or submitted online at dening, crafts and needlework. Arrangements are by the Gray in Business Administration degree. (Clyde) of Centennial, Colo., Su- nized for her service to the Bone www.McAlister-Smith.com. Raffaela was predeceased by her Memorial Home, 12 Springfield Av- He was a member of the Sword and san Smith (Kelly) of Overland Park, Marrow Transfer Program in 1991 April 3, 2014 husband of 60 years, Joseph enue, Cranford. For online condo- Key and Phi Gamma Kappa Honor Kan., and Brad Stafford (Cindy) of Stanziano, and seven siblings. She is lences, visit grayfuneralhomes.com. Fraternities. After graduating and Houston, Tex.; his sister, Vera Barbara Taylor, 87, Lifelong Volunteer; survived by her daughter, Susan April 3, 2014 starting his career as a CPA, he Harms of Chanute, Kan.; sister-in- Stanziano, and her husband, Brian worked for the Coopers & Lybrand law, Inie Rue Stafford; grandchil- Registrar of Records at Kean University Russell, and by her son, Joseph accounting firm in Tulsa, Okla. He dren, Aaron Oakley, Max Frank, Stanziano, and his wife, Betsy, along Caregivers to Meet was accepted to the University of Dylan Oakley (Christine), Rachel Barbara Fitzgerald Taylor passed nized Swim Team. She also was a with two grandchildren, Michael and Tulsa School of Law in 1955 and Smith Brudnicki (Keith), Gretchen away on Saturday, March 29, 2014, founder of the Alpha Chi Omega Joseph. Monday Evening received his law degree in 1958. He Frank Zajac (Justyn), Tyler Smith, in Davidson, N.C. at the age of 87. chapter in Westfield. In Florida, she A Funeral Mass was celebrated on WESTFIELD — A support group was a member of the Oklahoma Bar Colin Oakley, Katelyn, Sarah and She was born in Washington, D.C. on volunteered at the Smithsonian Ma- Monday, March 31, at the Holy Trin- for those caring for elderly or chroni- and an Attorney and Counselor of Allison Stafford; and eight nieces April 3, 1926. She lived for 40 years rine Center and Harbor Branch ity Roman Catholic Church in cally ill loved ones meets on the first the Supreme Court of the United and nephews. in Westfield, N.J. and was a member Oceanographic Institute, where Bar- Westfield, followed by entombment non-holiday Monday of each month States. The family will receive friends of The Presbyterian Church in bara and Robert’s extensive shell col- at Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. at 7:30 p.m. in the parish center of St. Raymond accepted a position for a visitation at 10 a.m. on Satur- Westfield, retiring in 1985 to Florida. lection remains on display. Arrangements were completed by Helen’s Roman Catholic Church on with Hess Oil Company in 1960 day, April 5, 2014, at the Asbury Barbara was preceded in death by A private memorial service will be Dooley Colonial Home of Westfield. Lamberts Mill Road in Westfield. and moved the family from Okla- United Methodist Church, 5400 W her husband, Robert H. Taylor, in 2012, held in Westfield, N.J., where she April 3, 2014 The group will meet next on April homa to Mississippi. A year later he 75th Street, Prairie Village, KS and by her two sisters, Shirley Ann will join her husband. Memorial con- 7. These are information and sharing accepted a position with Hess in the 66208. A memorial service will fol- Herman and Harolyn Schweitzer. She tributions may be made to a charity of SHERIFF’S SALE sessions. For more information, call New Jersey corporate offices. He low at 11 a.m. Interment will be is survived by her three daughters, one’s choice. SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-14000925 Marilyn Ryan at (908) 232-1214. later worked in New York City when later that day at the Morehead Cem- Carolyn and John Groves of Avondale, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Arrangements are by Cavin Cook CHANCERY DIVISION the corporate offices moved there. etery in Morehead, Kan. In lieu of Pa., Cynthia and Al Segovia of San Funeral Home and Crematory of UNION COUNTY SHERIFF’S SALE DOCKET NO. F-026945-12 After 30 years with the company he flowers, the family suggests me- Antonio, Tex. and Constance Mero of Mooresville, N.C. Plaintiff: US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-14000152 retired in 1990 as Senior Vice-Presi- morial contributions be made to Mooresville, N.C., along with eight April 3, 2014 AS TRUSTEE FOR WELLS FARGO ASSET SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY SECURITIES CORPORATION, MORTGAGE CHANCERY DIVISION dent of Finance. For the next 10 Kansas City Hospice and Palliative grandchildren, Ty, Brett, Daniel, Orion, PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES UNION COUNTY years he continued to work as the Sarah, Carolyn, Melissa and Gregory; 2006-AR6 DOCKET NO. F-003123-13 Care, 1500 Meadow Lake Parkway, Marie Mottley, 95 VS. Plaintiff: PENNYMAC CORP. Hess representative on the Marine Suite 200, Kansas City, Mo. 64114 six great-grandchildren, and four Defendant: MATTHEW G. CALDER; JENNI- VS. Marie Mottley (née O’Keeffe), 95, FER B. CALDER; WELLS FARGO BANK, NA; Defendant: MARGARET STREET; WELLS Preservation Association Board, a or Asbury United Methodist nieces and nephews. STATE OF NEW JERSEY; UNITED STATES FARGO BANK, NA collaboration between major oil Barbara graduated from Bucknell passed away peacefully on Tuesday, OF AMERICA Sale Date: 04/09/2014 Church, 5400 W 75th Street, Prai- March 25, 2014. Sale Date: 04/30/2014 Writ of Execution: 09/24/2013 companies to establish emergency rie Village, KS 66208. University in 1947 and was a member Writ of Execution: 01/16/2014 By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Mrs. Mottley was born in Plainfield By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution to me directed I shall expose for sale by public cleanup facilities in the major ship- To leave a special message for of Alpha Chi Omega. She was a Reg- to me directed I shall expose for sale by public vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- ping ports of the continental United istrar of Records at Kean University in and had lived in Westfield from 1949 vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- the family online, please visit until 2001, when she moved to Leba- TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on States. Raymond and Jane lived in www.PenwellGabelolathe.com. New Jersey and served as chairperson TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of non, N.J. She was a telephone opera- WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All successful bidders must have 20% New Jersey until 2008 when they April 3, 2014 of the Wilkens Lecture Committee. said day. All successful bidders must have 20% of their bid available in cash or certified check at As a lifelong volunteer, her various tor with NJ Bell until 1943 and then of their bid available in cash or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. became a homemaker. the conclusion of the sales. The judgment amount is: ***Four Hundred SHERIFF’S SALE contributions included Girl Scouts, The judgment amount is: ***Five Hundred Eighty-Five Thousand Six Hundred Eighteen SHERIFF’S SALE Marie was predeceased by her hus- Fifty-Five Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-Six and and 64/100*** $485,618.64. SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-14000626 Hospice in New Jersey and Florida, 83/100*** $555,856.83. The property to be sold is located in: The SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-14000861 band, Joseph J. Mottley; her son, The property to be sold is located in the Town Township of Scotch Plains, County of Union, CHANCERY DIVISION SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY and the Westfield YMCA Synchro- of Westfield, County of Union, State of New State of New Jersey. UNION COUNTY CHANCERY DIVISION David, and her siblings, Nancy Jersey. Commonly known as: 2519 Waverly Place, DOCKET NO. F-002292-12 UNION COUNTY Smythe and James O’Keeffe. Premises commonly known as: 409 Baker Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 Plaintiff: MIDFIRST BANK DOCKET NO. F-008194-12 SHERIFF’S SALE Avenue, Westfield, New Jersey 07090-1960. Tax Lot No.: 2 (fka Lot 10) in Block: 6102 (fka VS. Plaintiff: MIDFIRST BANK Marie is survived by her children, Being Known as Lot 7, Block 2214 on the Block 161) Defendant: DAWN DOUGHLIN; KWASI VS. SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-14000666 official Tax Map of the Town of Westfield Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 50 x 90 WAHTUSE Defendant: MARY JANE WOLFLA SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Peter and his wife, Michele, Dennis Nearest Cross Street: Kimball Avenue Nearest Cross Street: Jerusalem Road Sale Date: 04/23/2014 Sale Date: 04/30/2014 CHANCERY DIVISION and his wife, Bethann, Stephen, Su- Pursuant to 28, U.S.C. Section 2410??, this Subject to any open taxes, water/sewer, mu- Writ of Execution: 01/27/2014 Writ of Execution: 02/06/2014 UNION COUNTY sale is subject to a 120 day right of redemption nicipal or tax liens that may be due. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution DOCKET NO. F-11650-12 san Haney and her husband, Robert, held by the United States of America by virtue of Subject to Tax and prior lien info: to me directed I shall expose for sale by public to me directed I shall expose for sale by public Plaintiff: LNV CORPORATION the Internal Revenue Service Lien: At the time of publication taxes/sewer/water vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- VS. Sally Rotella and her husband, United States of America vs. Matthew Calder information was not available - you must check TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- Defendant: LINDA RILEY; AND GLENN Carmen, Janet Lempicki and her hus- & Jennifer Brushaber, dated 5/10/12 recorded 5/ with the tax collector for exact amounts due. TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on RILEY, HER HUSBAND; AMERICAN EXPRESS 23/12 Instrument # 32573 in the approximate Subject to Prior Mortgages and Judgements (if WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of TRAVEL SERVICES band, Rich, and her daughter-in-law, amount of $63,103.41. any): said day. All successful bidders must have 20% said day. All successful bidders must have 20% Sale Date: 04/23/2014 Total Upset: ***Five Hundred Seventy-Two The plaintiff has obtained a letter of indemnifi- of their bid available in cash or certified check at of their bid available in cash or certified check at Writ of Execution: 01/23/2014 Suzanne Mottley. She also will be Thousand Three Hundred Twenty-Two and 11/ cation which will insure the successful bidder at the conclusion of the sales. the conclusion of the sales. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution deeply missed by her sisters, Jean 100*** $572,322.11 together with lawful interest sale in respect to: Judgement#: J-005099-2004 The judgment amount is: ***Three Hundred The judgment amount is: ***Three Hundred to me directed I shall expose for sale by public and costs. in the amount of $1,446.00. Fifty-Six Thousand Two Hundred Twenty-Six Twenty-Six Thousand Eighteen and 17/100*** vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- Reilley, Jane Jaeger and Joan Harding, Subject to any unpaid taxes, municipal liens or Total Upset: ***Five Hundred Two Thousand and 13/100*** $356,226.13. $326,018.17. TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- other charges, and any such taxes, charges, One Hundred Twenty and 03/100*** $502,120.03 The property to be sold is located in: The The property to be sold is located in: The TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on along with 14 grandchildren and 13 liens, insurance premiums or other advances together with lawful interest and costs. Township of Scotch Plains, County of Union, Borough of Fanwood, County of Union, State of WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of great-grandchildren. made by plaintiff prior to this sale. All interested Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- State of New Jersey. New Jersey. said day. All successful bidders must have 20% parties are to conduct and rely upon their own tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and Commonly known as: 1533 East Second Commonly known as: 29 Stewart Place, of their bid available in cash or certified check at A Mass of Christian Burial was independent investigation to ascertain whether expenses, there remains any surplus money, the Street, Unit 4, Building B, Scotch Plains, New Fanwood, New Jersey 07023. the conclusion of the sales. or not any outstanding interest remain of record money will be deposited into the Superior Court Jersey 07076 Tax Lot No.: 28 in Block: 26 The judgment amount is: ***Three Hundred celebrated on Saturday, March 29, and/or have priority over the lien being fore- Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Tax Lot No.: 1 in Block: 204.02 Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 40 x 163. Fifty-Six Thousand Five Hundred Seventy-Three 2014, at St. Helen’s Roman Catholic closed and, if so the current amount due thereon. or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) Condo Nearest Cross Street: Terrill Road and 15/100*** $356,573.15. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Nearest Cross Street: Farley Avenue Subject to any open taxes, water/sewer, mu- The property to be sold is located in the Town- Church in Westfield. Interment fol- Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only a and extent of that person’s claim and asking for Subject to any open taxes, water/sewer, mu- nicipal or tax liens that may be due. ship of Scotch Plains, County of Union and State return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall an order directing payment of the surplus money. nicipal or tax liens that may be due. Subject to Tax and prior lien infor: of New Jersey. lowed at Fairview Cemetery in have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale Subject to Tax and prior lien info: Taxes/ At the time of publication taxes/sewer/water Commonly known as: 319 Myrtle Avenue, Westfield. the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. will have information regarding the surplus, if sewer/water may be delinquent - you must check information was not available - you must check Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- any. with the tax collector for exact amounts due. with the tax collector for the exact amountsa due. Tax Lot No.: 11 in Block No.: 903 Arrangements were by Dooley Co- tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and “The Fair Housing Act prohibits”any prefer- Subject to Prior Mortgages and Judgements (if Subject to Prior Mortgages and Judgements (if Dimension of Lot Approximately: 65 x 99 expenses, there remains any surplus money, the ence, limitation, or discrimination because of any): None. any): None Nearest Cross Street: Mountain Avenue lonial Home, 556 Westfield Avenue, money will be deposited into the Superior Court race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial sta- Total Upset: ***Three Hundred Sixty-Nine Total Upset: ***Three Hundred Thirty-Nine Beginning at a point in the northerly side of Westfield. Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, tus, or national origin, or intention to make such Thousand Nine Hundred and 77/100*** Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Two and 81/ Myrtle Avenue distant 200 feet southeasterly or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to preference, limitation or discrimination” in con- $369,900.77 together with lawful interest and 100*** $339,982.81 together with lawful interest along the same from its intersection with the Donations in her memory may be Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature nection with any aspect or a residential real costs. and costs. southeasterly side of Mountain Avenue and run- and extent of that person’s claim and asking for estate transaction, Zucker, Goldberg, and Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- ning thence 1) Along the northerly side of Myrtle made to the Carcinoid Tumor Re- an order directing payment of the surplus money. Ackerman, LLC encourages and supports the tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and Avenue, South 42 degrees, 34’ East 65 feet, search Foundation at Fox Chase Can- The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale equal housing practives of the Fair Housing Act expenses, there remains any surplus money, the expenses, there remains any surplus money, the thence will have information regarding the surplus, if in the conduct of its business.” money will be deposited into the Superior Court money will be deposited into the Superior Court Prior Liens/Encumbrances cer Center, care of Hunterdon Medi- any. There is a full legal description on file in the Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, 2014 QTR 1 Taxes Open: $1,856.37 There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to 2012 3rd Party Untility Lien Sold on 10/23/ cal Center. Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature 2013 Cert #.:13-0022: $290.80 April 3, 2014 The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale for any length of time without further adver- and extent of that person’s claim and asking for and extent of that person’s claim and asking for Total as of February 4, 2014: $2,147.17 sale for any length of time without further adver- tisement. an order directing payment of the surplus money. an order directing payment of the surplus money. Total Upset: ***Three Hundred Sixty-Eight tisement. Ralph Froehlich The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale Thousand Ninety-Six and 47/100*** $368,096.47 Ralph Froehlich Sheriff will have information regarding the surplus, if will have information regarding the surplus, if together with lawful interest and costs. Garden Club Sets Sheriff Attorney: any. any. Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Attorney: ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, LLC “The Fair Housing Act prohibits”any prefer- “The Fair Housing Act prohibits”any prefer- tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and PHELAN HALLINAN & DIAMOND, PC 200 SHEFFIELD STREET ence, limitation, or discrimination because of ence, limitation, or discrimination because of expenses, there remains any surplus money, the Tuesday Meeting 400 FELLOWSHIP ROAD SUITE 301 race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial sta- race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial sta- money will be deposited into the Superior Court SUITE 100 MOUNTAINSIDE, NEW JERSEY 07092 tus, or national origin, or intention to make such tus, or national origin, or intention to make such Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, WESTFIELD — The Garden Club MOUNT LAUREL, NEW JERSEY 08054 (908) 233-8500 preference, limitation or discrimination” in con- preference, limitation or discrimination” in con- or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to of Westfield will meet on Tuesday, (856) 813-5500 FILE NO.: FCZ-138108-R1 nection with any aspect or a residential real nection with any aspect or a residential real Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature 4 T - 04/03, 04/10, 04/17 4 T - 03/13, 03/20, 03/27 estate transaction, Zucker, Goldberg, and estate transaction, Zucker, Goldberg, and and extent of that person’s claim and asking for April 8, at noon in the Parish Com- & 04/24/14 Fee: $220.32 & 04/03/14 Fee: $210.12 Ackerman, LLC encourages and supports the Ackerman, LLC encourages and supports the an order directing payment of the surplus money. equal housing practives of the Fair Housing Act equal housing practives of the Fair Housing Act The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale munity Room of St. Helen’s Roman in the conduct of its business.” in the conduct of its business.” will have information regarding the surplus, if There is a full legal description on file in the There is a full legal description on file in the any. Catholic Church, located at 1600 Union County Sheriff’s Office. Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in the The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this Union County Sheriff’s Office. Rahway Avenue in Westfield. sale for any length of time without further adver- sale for any length of time without further adver- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this Wildlife specialist Christopher tisement. tisement. sale for any length of time without further adver- Gray Funeral Homes Ralph Froehlich Ralph Froehlich tisement. Markham from Cook College, Sheriff Sheriff Ralph Froehlich Attorney: Attorney: Sheriff Rutgers, will discuss deer control. ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, LLC ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, LLC Attorney: The public is invited to attend. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 3, 2014 Page 9 Lincoln School PTO Works To Build Community WESTFIELD - Since its incep- events, assistance in school-spon- tion in 2008, the Lincoln School sored events such as the annual Lin- PTO has been in the unique posi- coln School Walk-a-Thon, and tion of representing families of pre- beautification projects like the up- kindergarten and kindergarten stu- dated landscaping that was com- dents who are at their point of entry pleted this year thanks to a local into the Westfield Public Schools. donation facilitated by the PTO. This broadens the PTO’s scope to The PTO also raises money to not only engage parents as a part of subsidize or fully-fund special the Lincoln community, but also projects, as well as support other help them embrace their role in Lincoln School needs. It is exciting their child’s school life in years to the many ways the work of the Lin- come. coln PTO can support both students WELCOME BACK...Union Catholic (UC) will host “Come Home to UC Night” The PTO works to build commu- and staff. Examples include “Project on Saturday, April 26, from 7-10 p.m. on the Union Catholic Campus. The event is geared toward all alumni members of the UC Community, including students, nity at Lincoln through activities Playground” which raised funds and faculty, parents, and friends; however, all are welcome to attend. such as the summer ice cream so- obtained shade trees for Lincoln’s cial, publishing and distributing the playground, the addition of a bi- student directory and bi-weekly cycle rack, and the purchase of UC Debuts ‘Come Home to UC Night’ newsletter, school spirit days and walkie-talkies for all teachers and SENIOR CITIZEN DAY...Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School’s (SPFHS) Stu- SCOTCH PLAINS — Union Catho- stage via karaoke in the auditorium; spirit week activities, the student staff to support school security mea- dent Government Association hosted its annual Senior Citizens Day at SPFHS on lic (UC) is debuting “Come Home to the opportunity to receive a UC tour yearbook, book fairs, family movie sures. In addition, the PTO has been March 12. Senior citizens from Fanwood and Scotch Plains were invited to UC Night” on Saturday, April 26, from given by an alumnus ambassador and nights and other activities that offer able to support the reading curricu- attend. 7-10 p.m. on the Union Catholic Cam- more. families the chance to meet and lum at Lincoln School by giving pus. The event is geared toward all Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 connect over their shared Lincoln back to the teachers nearly $6,000 SPF High School Hosts Senior Citizens Day alumni members of the UC Commu- at the door and can be purchased by experiences. in the past two years to put towards SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD Bingo, and watched performances nity, including students, faculty, par- credit card online at The PTO also enriches student purchasing leveled books for their — Scotch Plains-Fanwood High by the SPFHS step squad, dance ents, and friends; however, all are comehometouc.eventbrite.com or by learning experiences through the individual classrooms. School’s (SPFHS) Student Govern- team and viewed segments from welcome to attend. check/cash by downloading the regis- organization and funding of school With each new school year, the ment Association, under the direc- the high school’s spring musical, The purpose of Come Home to tration form at day events, such as the annual Lincoln School PTO strives to con- tion of advisor Elyse Freundenfels, How to Succeed in Business With- UC Night is to revive the nostalgia www.unioncatholic.org/alumni and Pumpkin Patch and Flower Patch, tinue enhancing the Lincoln experi- hosted its annual Senior Citizens out Really Trying. of high school days with a DJ play- sending the completed form, along fall and spring plantings, and cul- ence for the Westfield School Day at SPFHS on March 12. Senior The high school cafeteria pro- ing hits of the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s, with payment, to Union Catholic High tural arts, character education, and District’s youngest students, their citizens from Fanwood and Scotch vided a lunch of chicken parmesan 00’s in the gymnasium; some of UC’s School Alumni Office 1600 Martine academic-based educational assem- families, and their teachers. The PTO Plains were invited to attend. and dessert for the guests. The day big food “hits,” along with wine and Avenue Scotch Plains, N.J 07076. blies. is fortunate to serve and be sup- The seniors started their day with culminated with a performance by beer, being served in the cafeteria; a For more information, email Additionally, the PTO supports ported by the families at Lincoln breakfast and a formal welcome Irish step dancers, as well as clos- chance to feel like a star on the UC [email protected]. the faculty and administration with School and honored to work beside from high school Principal Dr. ing remarks from School Superin- year-round staff appreciation its amazing teachers and staff. David Heisey. As the morning pro- tendent Dr. Margaret Hayes. gressed, senior citizens participated Senior Citizen’s Day 2014 was in “Name that Tune” with the made possible with the support from Wilson PTO Collaboration Moonglowers Jazz Band, played the entire school staff. Yields Enriched Experience WESTFIELD — Yearly, the Wil- meals for Wilson families facing son School PTO mobilizes over 60 crisis. This year, graduating fifth committees, 200 volunteers, 25 graders will sponsor a scholarship events, 15 assemblies, 15,000 stu- for eligible Westfield High School dent lunches, and countless hours seniors, focused on the essay ques- supporting Wilson programs. Yet, tion, “What was the most valuable the Wilson PTO is much larger than lesson you learned at Wilson, and the sum of these parts. how has it influenced your charac- Collaboration yields an enriched ter?” Wilson School experience. Stu- Wilson PTO is for everyone who dents, parents, and staff take pride calls Wilson “home.” Opportuni- in what they experience at Wilson, ties exist for mothers, fathers, and a credit to the collaboration amongst those who fill these roles, parents so many. Regular dialogue occurs who work both in and out of the between parents, teachers, Princi- home, and Wilson teachers and staff. LEGO LEAGUE…Team Purple Sabotage earned First Place for the Inspiration pal Joseph Malanga, other PTOs, New ideas and talents are always Award in the New Jersey State FIRST Lego League. Competing against 60 other teams pictured, top row left to right, are: Coaches Laura Paiva and Sean the Parent Teacher Council and the welcome. If you are new to Wilson, Bonasera; Team members second row: Trisha Mukhopadhyay, Fiona Gillespie, school district. Wilson PTO is thus please join in. Every effort, big or Morgan Miovski, Christine Rogers and Linzy Rosen; First row: Saranya able to bring enhancements and as- small, makes a difference. Turimella, Ela Ryan and Ashley Rosen. sistance far beyond the general cur- For more information contact riculum. [email protected]. Recent collaborations have sup- WF Robotics Team Wins ported the Reading and Writers Workshop; The Walking Classroom; See it all on the Web! IMPORTANCE OF COMPOSTING…First and third grade students from The Type to Learn; Visiting Author Day; Wardlaw-Hartridge School (W-H) in Edison were invited to Princeton Academy Award at Championship of the Sacred Heart on February 26 to teach their students about composting. faculty mini-grants; and educational www.goleader.com Third graders David Ezra of Scotch Plains and Rohan Batra of Edison make their WESTFIELD — The Westfield mobile hot-spot which could be acti- assemblies on the Holocaust, Samba presentation to the Princeton Academy students. Robotics FIRST® LEGO® League vated for wireless capability in the to Salsa, Jenkinson’s Penguins (and (FLL) team, Purple Sabotage, con- event of an emergency. more). sisting of eight eighth grade girls, The Westfield Robotics Club boys’ With today’s tight school bud- earned First Place for the Inspiration FLL team, coached by Edison Inter- gets, support is also needed to help Award in the New Jersey State FLL mediate School teacher Sean the school run efficiently, comfort- Competition. Bonasera, competed in the FLL ro- ably and safely. Strides have been This award celebrates a team that is botics division this year. The boys’ made to advance technology, fine empowered by their FLL experience team, who had a strong performance arts, as well as the maintenance and and displays extraordinary enthusi- and gained a lot of experience at the security of the school and grounds. asm and spirit. Members of Purple Boroblast competition in November Wilson PTO builds community. Sabotage, coached by Edison Inter- 2013, consisted of Aidan Kilbourn, Family, friendship, and strong char- mediate School teachers Laura Paiva Sivaji Turimella, Matthew Rock, Eric acter are close to all Wilson hearts. and Sean Bonasera, include: Trisha Elizes and Andrew Kapadia. Their Wilson families unite after school Mukhopadhyay, Fiona Gillespie, experience will serve them well next hours end, participating in time- Morgan Miovski, Christine Rogers, year. honored events including Game, Linzy Rosen, Saranya Turimella, Ela The theme this year for the FLL Movie and Skate Nights, a Craft Ryan and Ashley Rosen. The girls competition season was “Nature’s Fair, or a Somerset Patriots game. created the team motto: “We don’t Fury.” The competition consisted of Parent Socials connect the new and just build robots; we build your fu- several parts related to this theme: not so new. The Carnival has be- ture.” Robot Game, Robot Design, Project come a cherished end-of-year tra- When awarding the team the Inspi- and Core Values. In Robot Game, the dition. Wilson news can be found in ration Award, the judges remarked, robot, constructed from Lego The Wilson World, a student-pub- “If you looked up inspiration in the Mindstorm, was programmed to au- lished newspaper reported and writ- dictionary, you would see this team’s tomatically complete a variety of tasks ten by third to fifth graders. A “Wall smiling faces. Their passion for on a Lego course. of Kindness” will reinforce and cre- change has them covering all the For Robot Design, teams explained ate a legacy for this year’s school FLL bases [Robot Game, Robot De- and demonstrated their robot; for theme of Character Building. Sev- sign, Project and Core Values]. They Project, teams presented and ex- eral annual appreciation events cel- don’t just build robots, they build the plained an innovation they created to ebrate the beloved Wilson staff. future.” help in a natural disaster; and for In turn, Principal Malanga and The state competition, held at Core Values, teams described how his staff help students celebrate their Mount Olive High School in Flanders, they functioned and worked together many accomplishments at school, was originally scheduled for Decem- as a team. Both teams are very eager when families are invited to Open ber 2013, but was rescheduled to and excited to start planning and House and Curriculum Events. March 8, due to snow. During the fundraising for next year’s competi- Community extends beyond ensuing three months the girls re- tion. Wilson’s walls. A sense of designed their robot, Violet, to create FIRST (For Inspiration and Rec- volunteerism and civic responsibil- Ultraviolet. The extra work paid off. ognition of Science and Technology) ity is present and growing. A Holi- Competing against approximately 60 is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organi- day Gift Card Drive brought gro- teams, robot Ultraviolet scored nearly zation devoted to helping young ceries to many Westfield area se- five times the number of points in the people discover and develop a pas- niors; and the Second Chance Toy robot competition round, as original sion for science, engineering, tech- Drive, through the leadership of robot Violet did in the Boroblast in nology, and math. To learn more about Cub Scout Pack 171, brought 200 Hillsborough, the regional qualify- FIRST, go to www.usfirst.org. The plus gently used toys to apprecia- ing competition, in November 2013. annual programs culminate in an in- tive new homes. Ultraviolet placed in the top 30 per- ternational robotics competition and Wilson families donate weekly cent in this portion of the state com- celebration where teams win recog- to “Two Lunch Thursday”; chil- petition. nition, gain self-confidence, develop dren gather the lunches for the St. Another part of the competition people and life skills, make new Joseph’s Social Service Center that was the presentation of the team’s friends, and perhaps discover an un- are transported by a Wilson parent. project to a panel of judges. Purple foreseen career path. “Friends for Friends” organizes Sabotage’s project, “Evac App and Pack”, which they developed to help prepare individuals and families for Christopher Academy an evacuation, previously captured THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL the award for best project presenta- tion at the Boroblast competition. Accredited by American Montessori Society This award recognizes a team that effectively communicates the prob- Please join us for our lem they have identified and their proposed solution to both the judges Admissions Open Houses and other potential supporters. The Scotch Plains Campus Westfield Campus Evac App and Pack is meant to be April 10, 2014 April 24, 2014 used to track travelers and help with 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. their packing needs. It can also be 1390 Terrill Road 510 Hillcrest Avenue used to find evacuation centers, 908-322-4652 908-233-7447 routes, and send updates to specific Please RSVP to Lorie Zimmer at 908-233-7447 contacts. or [email protected] The Evac App and Pack is an insu- Representatives from both campuses will be present at all Open Houses lated back pack that could be vacu- Serving Children from 2 1/2 through First Grade umed sealed to hold food cold for Part-Time and Full-Time Programs about to days. In addition, the back pack has a protective pocket for a www.christopheracademy.com A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 3, 2014 Page 11 Preseason & Season Wrap-up Sports Section Sports – Pages 12 through 16 THE WEEK IN SPORTS Pages 11-17 ROSENBURGH NETS 3 GOALS, PAOLETTI 2, KARDIAS 1 No. 5 Royals Rally, Push Past Blue Devil Lady Laxers, 9-6

By DAVID B. CORBIN Stadium in Westfield on March 26. competitively as we did, showed our Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times The game was very competitive team just what we have in store for No. 5 ranked Oak Knoll must have and even tied until the 1-0 Royals the season. We have a great midfield. been in a state of shock when the No. scored three goals in the final four We have a great defense. Once we 18 Westfield High School girls la- minutes of the game. start connecting more on the attack, crosse team swept down the field and “It was a great game. Oak Knoll is we are going to be very, very com- scored the first four goals, but the a team that is always very competi- petitive,” Blue Devil Head Coach Sam Lady Royals recovered enough to tive. They have tremendous athletes. Warner said. pull out a 9-6 victory at Gary Kehler For our team to come out and play as CONTINUED ON PAGE 14

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times SPRINTING DOWNFIELD...Blue Devil Dane Huber, No. 33, tries to get past Raider defender Brian Heath, No. 5, in an active game at Scotch Plains on March 28. After falling behind, 4-1, the Blue Devils turned it on to win, 15-6. WFs PRYBYLSKI SCORES 5, DECKER 4; SPFs GORDON 3 Blue Devils Survive Shock, Jolt Raider Boy Laxers, 15-6

By DAVID B. CORBIN fourth to seize a 15-6 victory in Scotch goals, and senior midfielder Pat Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Plains on March 28. Decker, who netted four, would put Roars of enthusiasm bellowed from The 1-1 Raiders fresh off a 10-0 the Blue Devils on a smooth sailing the Raiders’ sideline when they victory over Clifton in their opener course the remainder of the way. quickly grabbed a 3-1 first-quarter on March 26 carried that momentum “Scotch Plains is a good team. They lead over the Westfield High School right into the first quarter and had the have really good athletes in their pro- boys lacrosse team and maintained a 1-1 Blue Devils in a temporary state gram and in all their sports. They 6-4 lead at the half, but the Blue of shock, which lasted until late in the have had the program for a little while. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Devils came back in a huge way to second quarter. But in the end, the big It’s just a matter of time before they TRING TO SLIP PAST SOME ROYALS...Blue Devil Alexis Kardias, center, tries to slip past some Oak Knoll Royals net eight unanswered goals in the guns of junior attacker Luke catch up with everybody. That first during their opening game at Gary Kehler Stadium in Westfield on March 26. third quarter and another three in the Prybylski, who finished with five CONTINUED ON PAGE 15

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By BRUCE JOHNSON Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Joe Scaglione and Chris Sweeney in the best situations possible for me “When we started lifting weights in have been buddies since third grade. to succeed on this level,” Sweeney the summer, the seniors set a great They were inseparable through their said. “And I’m very proud of every- example for us. They worked very elementary school years and through thing this senior class did for the pro- hard on the field and in the weight the many seasons of PAL football. gram.” room all summer. I became a much Now, they have grown – both literally Like Sweeney, Scaglione has plenty better athlete that summer from fol- and figuratively – into two chiseled of good thoughts about his WHS ca- lowing in their footsteps. There was young men, about to head off to col- reer, the ups and downs, the ebbs and constant competition during workouts. lege. flows. They’re all part of the total “The most important thing I learned And that school for both will be picture. Sometimes you need to lose, was what it took to win, and to make Gettysburg College. to see how you react to it. your team into a family. People stressed “I wouldn’t exactly say the term “I truly feel blessed for being part of to keep working hard for the next year. ‘besties’ but Joe and I are close friends,” the Westfield varsity football program They told me that the competition just Sweeney said. “I’m very excited to be the past three years,” Scaglione said. “I gets harder every year, so I would have able to play four more years with him.” learned a lot. Going from a great sea- to work harder to get better. I still lift “We both pushed each other to be- son, to a not-so-great season, to a good with Nick Calello, one of my team- come better football players and better season was a lot. PAL does a great job mates that year.” people, in general,” Scaglione said. “I preparing players for freshman foot- One of the many things Scaglione know we will continue to do that in ball, but after that it’s a different game. learned about was about the “1200 college.” Lifting weights and being fast becomes Club.” That’s the number (1,200 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Their experiences at Westfield High very important, to keep up at the faster pounds) created by the sum of your BLUE DEVIL BOYS TENNIS CAPTAIN AND ASSISTANTS...Pictured, left to right, are: junior Ben Cymbala (Assistant), under head coach Jim DeSarno and speed of varsity football. senior Chris Algarin (Captain) and junior Jack Siegel (Assistant). bench press, hang clean, deadlift and defensive coordinator Ken Miller are “The biggest difference for me over squat. Over the years, Scaglione has etched in both of their minds, and the past three years is my strength and gone on to be a member of the very ALGARIN CAPTAIN; CYMBALA, SIEGEL ASST. CAPTAINS those etchings are pretty sweet. They speed. I had good fundamentals and exclusive “1700 Club.” both lettered as sophomores, Scaglione didn’t change the way I played through “Junior year was extremely difficult being a starting defensive tackle, the three years. I was just able to do the because of all the work I put into Sweeney a backup DT. As juniors, fundamentals better as I got stronger football,” Scaglione said. “Before the Blue Devil Boys Are Young, they were two-way starters, both at and faster. I went from being a 240- season even ended, Chris and I already offensive guard and defensively pound freshman pressing 175 pounds knew what we would have to do to win Sweeney at tackle, and Sweeney at and deadlifting 250, to a 275-pound our senior year. Everyone on the team linebacker for four games and then to senior pressing 365 pounds and understood that losing was not an op- But Competitive in Tennis end. This year with DeSarno’s two- deadlifting close to 600 pounds.” tion for our senior year. I feel our platoon system, they were anchors of Since the season ended, Scaglione seniors set a good example for the the defense, working with defensive has been on a mission to shed un- underclassmen last summer, lifting By DAVID B. CORBIN going to be young and competitive. Tyler Roth, freshmen Noah Reich line coach Matt Andzel. needed weight and build more muscle. weights and on the field. Now the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times We will have one starting senior, Chris and Owen Bartok, and sophomore The team went 7-3, 2-8 and 6-4 He’s currently down to 245, but plans underclassmen understand the amount Young but very competitive de- Algarin, and everybody else will Will Kelly. during their career. to play in the fall around 265 “solid” they will need to prepare to find suc- fines this year’s Westfield High come back next year and some of “This weather has been atrocious. “My three years were amazing,” said pounds. cess in their senior year.” School boys tennis team that will them will come back the year after It shuts us down. It’s been springtime the 6-foot, 230-pound Sweeney. “I Although college will again be a Scaglione and Sweeney will suit up have only one senior in the starting that. I know there are a couple of in New Jersey! This year has been a became an exponentially better player step up in class, both players antici- one more time wearing their WHS lineup and three juniors in the mix young men in eighth grade and sev- bit of a challenge as other years have from my first day of practice as a pate playing time as freshmen. helmet. Scaglione will be playing in with two sophomores and two tal- enth grade, who will also join this been, but we are very close to putting sophomore, a much better player on “I’m going there expecting to have the North-South All-Star Game on ented freshmen. group in the future, so it’s another the lineup together,” Coach Kapner every level. I put in a lot of hard work, every opportunity to earn playing time Monday, June 23, at Kean University. Last year, the Blue Devils claimed exciting time in the history of said. and it paid off. I moved around a few as a freshman,” Sweeney said. “It all Sweeney, a second-team all-Group 5 their ninth straight Union County Westfield boys tennis,” Blue Devil Roth was the UCT third singles positions but once I settled in at defen- depends on my ability to do it or not. selection last fall, was named to the Tournament (UCT) title and won four Head Coach George Kapner said. champion last year as a freshman and sive end, I was able to mature and But I’m very excited for the challenge.” Union County team for the annual of the five flights. Four of the six Blue Because of the uncooperative his improvement has continued. become a better player there.” “I will not be redshirting,” Scaglione Snapple Bowl against Middlesex Devils who won a UCT title, three at weather, as of March 27, the actual “He has broken the top-200 na- Who can forget Sweeney’s perfor- said. “Most likely I’ll be staying on the County on Thursday, July 17, at doubles and one at singles, have re- positions have yet to be determined tionally. He appears to have improved mance in the second game this sea- defensive line. I probably won’t ever Sayreville High School. Both were turned and all are underclassmen. but there are several in the mix for the considerably from last year,” Coach son? He turned in a Lawrence Taylor- find myself on the offensive line again.” honored at a recent New Jersey Foot- “What’s exciting is that we are singles slots, including sophomore CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 type performance with five sacks They will both take with them les- ball Coaches Association dinner at the against Hillsborough in a 29-8 win sons they’ve learned at Westfield. They Pine Manor in Edison as members of over a team that had put up 57 points were both members of a freshman the “Super 100 All-State Football against WHS the year before. team that went a disappointing 2-6-1. Team.” “I credit my coaches for putting me That team included 2013 varsity start- “This is our last chance to represent “Our success is evidenced in our results.” ers Tom Anderson, Holden Ehrhart, Westfield and we’re excited about that,” Five Vikings Commit Chris Hogge, Mike Hughes, David Sweeney said. Michael Scott, Manager Kane, Jack Kessler, Brian Moum, Chip “Mr. DeSarno told me there hasn’t To Play College Baseball Mulrooney and Eugene Rawles. been a Westfield player in the North- Five seniors from the Union Catho- “We started lifting at the “Y” after South Game for quite some time, so Congratulations Agents of the Month! lic High School baseball team have our freshman season,” Scaglione said. it’s a great honor,” Scaglione said. committed to play baseball at the And then it will be off to college, college level. Last year, the Vikings where Gettysburg has been a success- took top seeded Cranford into the ful program since 1978 under coach 11th inning before dropping a 6-5 Barry Streeter. When Streeter first decision in the Union County Tour- joined the Bullets staff, one of the nament (UCT) semifinal round. captains was Bob Duelks (WHS, ’73). Nearly all the Vikings starters have Last fall one of the captains was Hugo returned this year, including pitching Nolasco (WHS, ’10). aces Anthony Colletti and Ryan Kahn. Nobody around the Westfield foot- The Cougars went on to win the UCT ball program will be surprised if the Experience, Frank D. Isoldi Kimberley Haley Lisette Guzman Broker Sales Associate Sales Associate Sales Associate title and the Group 3 title to be recog- 2017 Gettysburg captains include Joe Trust, Reliability & Service nized as the No. 1 team in New Jersey. Scaglione and Chris Sweeney. Commitments: THIS AND THAT Joseph Bonaccorso — Iona Col- Sophomore Owen Murray had as lege — Division 1 many assists (79) as the next two top Anthony Colletti — Drew Univer- playmakers combined on the basket- sity — Division 3 ball team. … Junior Luke Prybylski, Ryan Kahn – Moravian College — who had nine goals all last spring, Division 3 netted five goals Friday as the WHS Tom Fitzpatrick — Franklin-Pierce lacrosse team beat Scotch Plains, 15- — Division 2 6. Prybylski’s dad Hank (WHS, ’83) Luis Rojas — Rutgers-Newark — was co-captain of the ’83 lacrosse team. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN 4 semifinal game before falling to the dence with him on the mound,” Coach Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times No. 2 Eastern Vikings, 8-1, in the Brewster said. Team depth throughout, team speed NJSIAA Group 4 Championship Seniors Brad Norris, Mike and a number of returning veterans, game. Additionally a number of the Androconis, Anthony Perconte and who experienced a wild and crazy JVs, who won the county tournament Luke Iorio, and juniors Andrew ride that ended at the Group 4 cham- and finished 20-3, will help fill any Malacrea, Ben Herbster, Sean Elliott pionship game last year, may make it vacancies and add to a nine-strong and Jack Bunting will all get the a very exciting season for this year’s pitching staff. opportunity to scuff their cleats on Westfield High School baseball team. “We are very deep with our pitch- the mound, and they all will have the “We got, what I believe, is a very ing staff. We got nine, four lefty pitch- luxury of having senior co-captain/ deep team. If one guy goes down, we ers and five righty pitchers. The big catcher Mike Ionta behind the plate. have enough people that we will have thing is making sure we get enough “That helps tremendously. Our kids absolutely no problem filling in. They innings for all of them. As it is now, love throwing to him, because they got a lot of experience last year going our pitchers give us five good in- know nothing is going to get by him,” to the county finals and the state nings, I have enough confidence with Coach Brewster said. finals, playing in some big situations. the guys coming in to get the final Defensively, Androconis, senior I think this team has the potential to two innings,” Coach Brewster said. Calvin Robertshaw and Herbster will be pretty, pretty strong,” Blue Devil Senior co-captain Brad DeMartino play first base. Senior co-captain Tyler Head Coach Bob Brewster said. is the Blue Devils’ mound ace. Bowman and junior Matt Catanzaro The Blue Devils, who appeared “He’ s becoming a student of the will play second, while senior Matt mediocre in the first half of the sea- game. He’s understanding what to do Storcks and junior Danny DoCampo David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times DIVING IN FOR A TRIPLE...Blue Devil Sam Velez dives into third base for a triple in a scrimmage game against the Ridge son, caught fire at the right time to on the mound. His control is improv- will play short. Senior Mark Luino, Red Devils in Westfield last week. The Blue Devils are looking to defend their Union County title and more. win the sectional title and the Group ing all the time. I have a lot of confi- CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 FERRARO, CHAMBLISS, CRISCUOLO 1-2-3 IN LINEUP Blue Devil Softballers Look To Grab UCT Title & More By DAVID B. CORBIN play deeper into the state tourna- As the leadoff hitter, Ferraro with Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ment. It’s important that we play bet- her fleet of foot and slap-shot hitting More is expected this year from the ter in our independent games than we style earned her a .424 (36-for-85) Westfield High School softball team did last year,” Blue Devil Head Coach batting average (BA), 15 walks and that features a senior heavy squad Caitlin MacDonald said. 13 stolen bases in as many attempts. that includes five four-year starters. Last year, Crissy Ferraro, Cali Her speed was also an asset while she Last year, the Lady Blue Devils, Chambliss and Julia Criscuolo, all was covering centerfield. who finished 20-7 and won their con- now seniors, were the Blue Devils’ 1- Chambliss batted second in the ference, achieved their major goal of 2-3 punch in the batting order, and lineup and had a .432 BA (41-for-95) capturing the Union County Tourna- that same lineup beginning is ex- and was the team’s power hitter with ment (UCT) championship, and they pected this year. 11 doubles, four triples and four home did it with emphasis by toppling the “We are really still working on runs. She led the team with 34 RBI two-time defending champion Gov- figuring out our lineup, so I’m not and 36 runs scored. Defensively, she ernor Livingston Highlanders, 15-1, positive, but those look like the top ruled the infield with her intensity at in five innings. Unfortunately, their three spots in the lineup right now,” shortstop. run in the sectional tournament was Coach MacDonald said. Julia Criscuolo led the team with a cut short with a 3-1 loss to North .465 BA (47-for-101) and produced Hunterdon. key RBI with Ferraro and Chambliss David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times “We are definitely looking to de- Probitas Verus Honos on base. Defensively, she solidified TEAM CAPTAINS...Pictured, left to right, are: Brad DeMartino, Mike Ionta and Tyler Bowman. fend our county title. We also want to CONTINUED ON PAGE 14

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Agent: Cathy Splinter MLS: 3112390 Agent: Carol Tener MLS: 3120147 Agent: Gerald Robinson MLS: 3072780 Agent: Beth Sullivan MLS: 3127633 Page 14 Thursday, April 3, 2014 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION BALIATICO, DeVORE, DISTANCE SHOULD BE STRONG Blue Devils Look to Win UCT Softball SPF Lady Raiders Seeking CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 the right middle of the infield at sec- ond base. Senior Lizzie Fox, who played first ‘Depth & Balance’ in Track base last year, has shifted to the catcher position and may bat in the cleanup spot. Junior Sam Velez, used prima- By DAVID B. CORBIN will also be the workhorse in the Robinson, even though she is a sopho- rily as a pinch runner last year, may Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times 4x400, hurdles and 400. more, she is an athletic kid,” Coach Depth and balance has been the bat fifth, and senior Shannon Schaefer “On the track, we didn’t lose a Koegel pointed out. may bat sixth. Velez’s and Schaefer’s solution to having a successful sea- whole lot. Darianna was our top 100/ Robinson will also compete in the son in the past, but this year’s Scotch positions in the field are yet to be 200 runner last spring. Tori did real high jump, along with senior Tajah determined, although Schaefer had Plains-Fanwood High School girls well in the 400 and 400 hurdles and Williams and sophomore Gaby track & field team has many holes to spent some time on the mound and also gave us a leg on the 4x4,” Coach MacPherson. finished 5-1 last year. fill in order to regain that depth and Koegel said. “Gaby MacPherson has shown David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times balance. DEFENDING THE GOAL...Blue Devil Claire Cassie, right, defends against an Senior pitcher Elena Scarano, who The distance events from the 800 promise in the high jump. [Coach] Oak Knoll attacker, while Anna Tanji, left closes in. tossed her team to the UCT champi- “We did lose a lot of people in the to the 3,200 appear to be solid with Rich [McGriff] just started to teach field events. We lost our long jump- onship last year, is the mound ace. seniors Jessica Banasiak and Kailyn her to high jump yesterday and he Last year, she finished 15-6, yielded ers. We won the county relays and the Reilly and sophomore Annie Pierce said she was doing really well. She’s only event we won there was the team Royals Stop Blue Devil Laxers just 25 free passes, while striking out doing the 800 and 1,600, sophomore a tall kid. She’s athletic. She played 121 batters, and kept her earned run long jump. All three of the girls gradu- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Mary Catherine Stovall (1,600 and volleyball,” Coach Koegel said. average (ERA) under 2.00. Offen- ated. We lost both of our pole vault- 3,200) and sophomore Leah The triple jump, long jump and Hallie Rosenburgh led the Blue learn to control that, sometimes we ers. We lost our top triple jumpers sively, Scarano had a .314 BA and is Womelsdorf (3,200). pole vault spots are still up in the air; Devils in scoring with three goals, run full speed all the time, you’re not expected to be in the starting batting also. We lost Sam [Renfree], who “One place I think we improved a however, Robinson may be one can- followed by junior Sam Paoletti with able to really control that and execute was Group 3 champ in the javelin, so lineup. lot is in the distances. Just getting didate. Raider juniors Tabitha a pair of goals and an assist. Senior 100 percent, but once you learn to Junior Bobbi Snyder, who batted we have a lot of spaces to fill in the another year of experience with the Dwumfour and Briana Johnson, and attacker Alexis Kardias netted a goal control our midfield speed and get- field events,” Raider Head Coach Jeff .337 last year, and senior Becca girls who are out and now they are sophomore Taylor Downing look to and an assist, while senior midfielder ting the ball, we are going to do very Kaufman (.283 BA last year) will Koegel said. running with me. They’ve really im- be impressive in the shot put and Anna Tanji and freshman Hannah well. We had a ton of turnovers the Fortunately, the Raiders have a lot both be in the mix for right field and proved throughout the summer, cross- discus. Liddy, another multi-sport athlete whole time on defense. Our defense designated player. Freshman Danielle of personnel. country, the winter. Their workout “It’s nice Tabitha’s back this year. who plays soccer and basketball, each was phenomenal. To keep the game “The good thing is we have a lot of Rinaldi looks like she will be the times are way better. Their work eth- She lost all last spring with a stress added an assist. under 10 goals is very hard against a starting third baseman. Newcomers, people out. Between the boys and the ics are phenomenal and we have very fracture. That’s going to be a big help “We are really excited to have her. very good team,” Coach Warner said. girls, we are pushing in the 215 to junior Shelby Estevez, sophomore good senior leadership there with in the shot. That’s one of the field She’s an athlete. I know she has done Nicole Baioccio scored the Royals’s Elena Elliott and Stephanie Brown 220 range. A little less than half of Jess Banasiak and Kailyn Reilly,” events where I think we will be the some great things in the other sports first goal then, with one minute remain- that are girls. We do have a lot of new are all in the mix for an outfield spot, Coach Koegel said. strongest. Brianna did well in the that she’s played. I think that the level ing in the half, her sister Ali scored. as well as the designated player role. people though trying out those events, Reilly will also work with Baliatico discus, but having them with each of lacrosse in high school is so much With four tics on the clock, Kathleen so we do have some people we think The Lady Blue Devils opened their in the 400 hurdles, and sophomore other will help them push each other,” that it takes time for freshmen to get O’Connor made the score, 4-3. regular season against the Cranford can fill in. Time is going to tell,” Summer Robinson and freshman Coach Koegel said. their feet under them. She fits in really Royal Cassie Ford tied the score early Coach Koegel said. Cougars at Adams Field in Cranford Wilda Francois will work with With the graduation of their two nicely,” Coach Warner said of Liddy. in the second half then notched her on April 1 (Story in next edition) and The Raiders will have some push Baliatico in the 100 hurdles. top throwers, the javelin spot is still Blue Devil junior goalkeeper second goal minutes later to put Oak in the sprinting events with senior will host the A.L. Johnson Crusaders “Kailyn is more versatile. She can up for grabs. Mallory Weisse made seven of her 10 Knoll on top, 5-4. Rosenburgh, with an today, April 3, at 4 p.m. Darianna DeVore and juniors Amber run the 400 hurdles and she was our “We did win the county relays and saves in the first half and several of assist from Kardias, tied the score, but Simmons and Tori Baliatico, who top girl in cross-country. Summer the conference meet last year. We got them were from pointblank range. Nicole Baioccio answered with her sec- a lot of work to do to get back to that “She’s a force to be reckoned with ond goal. Paoletti retied the score with a level. We have always been a bal- in the cage. She did a great job today sidearm shot. Then with four minutes Blue Devil Net Boys anced team. When we won the county at seeing both sides of the field. We remaining, Ford responded with a slam relays, there was 17 events and we have been working on her clears. She dunk. With 2:42 left, Allison Sayia scored To Be Competitive placed in 16 of them. We only won did that well. She handled the ball then one minute later, Ali Baioccio added CONTINUED FROM PAGE 12 one event. We want to get back to that under pressure. They were really com- the final goal. Kapner commented. depth and the balance,” Coach Koegel ing for her. She controlled herself and “It’s taken years to be competitive. said. The names Reich and Bartok are got the ball out,” Coach Warner said. For us to come out and play competi- familiar names to Westfield tennis. The Raiders opened with Eliza- Kardias scored the first goal within tive against a team that is ranked this beth today, April 3, and will compete “Noah’s brother started for us on three minutes then Paoletti, on Tanji’s high is awesome. We talk about ‘team’. state championship seasons. His sis- in the Summit Relays this Saturday, assist, made the score 2-0. They played like a team and did an April 5, then they will compete at the ter [Nikki] started for the girls team Rosenburgh followed with back-to- awesome job,” Coach Warner said. and made it well into the state tourna- Blue Devil Invitational on Saturday, back goals to up the score to 4-0. Oak Knoll 3 6 9 April 12. ment. His mom, Silvia, was a great “We have a lot of speed. Once we Westfield 4 2 6 tennis player in Westfield history. His first cousin, Owen, is Ricky Bartok’s son. Ricky was a great tennis player Homes Sold by Fran and Sam on some state championship teams back in the 80s. I am glad they sent us some talented young players,” Coach Kapner said. Last year, Kelly teamed with Jack Siegel, now a junior, to win the UCT second doubles title. The odd man out at singles will shift to partner at doubles with Algarin, Siegel, or jun- iors Ben Cymbala, last year’s UCT 321 Hyslip Avenue • Westfield 14 Roselle Avenue • Cranford 2031 Prospect Avenue • Scotch Plains first double champ, or Will Chen. Fanwood $399,500 Algarin has been named team captain with Cymbala and Siegel as assis- Bright 3 bedroom ranch with open floor plan and finished basement in tants. wonderful neighborhood. Close to schools, shopping and transportation. “Our doubles is going to be filled Maintenance-free exterior, freshly painted interior. with some experience, Jack Siegel, Will Kelly, who partnered together last year. We haven’t decided who the partners are. 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We showed that dies started to click, our offense started half,” Decker said. in the second half. We weren’t pre- to click, we needed to pressure with By game’s end, the Blue Devils pared from the start, but we got into it our poles. That’s the type of stuff we had a 63-31 advantage in ground balls in the second half. We had a great needed to do,” Coach Tuohy said. and a 15-8 edge on face-offs won. halftime talk by the coach. We all “I think we let the preseason rank- It took just over a minute for Decker to score the first goal of the game. Two minutes later, Raider senior at- tacker Zach Erickson knotted the score. With 5:08 left in the first quar- ter, senior Joe Pagano gave the Raid- ers a 2-1 lead, then senior attacker Christian Gordon netted the first of his three goals to give the Raiders a 3- 1 lead entering the second quarter. The Blue Devils were rocking un- steadily when Raider attacker Kevin Kerby scored an immediate goal. Prybylski settled things a bit with his first goal with the assistance of midfielder Dan Huber. Gordon quickly answered but so did Decker David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times on an assist from Kyle Rittendale, RETURNING COUGAR SENIORS...Pictured, left to right, are: attacker Alex Ballas, midfielder Cameron Kutzer, followed by Chris Aslanian’s goal. goalkeeper Wills Roman and midfielder Brendan Halpin. With less than two minutes remain- ing in the half, Gordon notched his SENIORS BALLAS, KUTZER, ROMAN, HALPIN RETURN third goal, making the score, 6-4. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times The momentum took a sharp about- PLAYING KEEP AWAY...Raider midfielder Tom Walker, No. 13, tries to keep face in the third quarter as senior Jack the ball out of the reach of Blue Devil defender Owen Prybylski, No. 34. Kessler won seven of the eight face- offs and the Blue Devils out-scooped Cougar Boy Laxers Expected the Raiders, 24-3, in ground balls, Local All-State, All-Group leading to eight unanswered goals and a 12-6 lead entering the final quarter. Rittendale, Prybylski and To Be Strongest at Midfield All-UC in Winter Sports: Decker each had two goals in the According to The Star-Ledger Cranford: Pat Lynch — Third quarter. By DAVID B. CORBIN while, probably since [20]09. I am freshman Connor Fitch and junior GIRLS BASKETBALL: Team All-UC Prybylski notched the first two Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times really pleased with the returning play- Mike Palumbo have rounded out, so Westfield: Lil Scott — Third Team GIRLS SWIMMING: goals of the fourth quarter and Graduation has depleted the attack ers. Not only is there some depth, we we have two solid lines.” All-Group 4, First Team All-Union Westfield: Caroline Baldwin — Rittendale, assisted by Chris Aslanian, and defensive positions, but this year’s have experience. Brendan has im- Senior Alex Ballas is the only re- County (UC); Jackie Knapp — Sec- All-State Swimmer of the Year, First netted his third goal. Cranford High School boys lacrosse proved his game immensely over the turning starter in the attack position ond Team All-UC Team All-State & UC; Erika Daniel, “Coach put me at attack and gave team is expected to rely heavily on its past two years. We are looking to and he is expected to lead by ex- ICE HOCKEY: Sarah Cronin, Gwyn Devin — First me the green light at halftime. I felt I strong group of returning midfielders good things from him, utilizing his ample. Westfield: Dane Huber — Third Team All-State (200-medley relay), could beat my guy and I took oppor- and the talent of its three-year start- speed and abilities. His shot has got- “We are looking for Alex Ballas, Team All-Central Jersey Second Team All-State 200-Free Re- tunities. I tried to make the best of it, ing goalkeeper. ten a lot better. Luke and Mark had who posted some really good num- GIRLS BOWLING: lay; Cronin, 200MR, 200-Free Re- and I think I did,” Prybylski said. The Cougars have four returning outstanding sophomore seasons. bers last year. I am looking for him to Cranford: Ashleigh Poszyler — lay, 400-Free Relay — First Team “We got fired up at halftime, and starters in the midfield with seniors They’ve worked hard all summer. have a similar season, obviously bet- Third team All-Central Jersey All-UC; Caroline Basil — Second we found the faults that they were Cameron Kutzer and Brendan Halpin, They are multi-sport athletes with ter. I want him to not only score but WRESTLING: Team All-UC; Devin, Audrey Bangs, making. We took it to the goal hard and junior twins Luke and Mark experience from their other sports make those younger guys around him Westfield: Nick Velez — fifth in Daniel, Amy West, Allie McBrearty and put it in,” Decker said. Christiano. They will also get some that they excel at. They’ve also devel- better,” Coach Reinoso said. state (152-lbs) First Team All-UC, — Third Team All-UC; Westfield — “I am just proud of our guys com- help with junior Mike Palumbo and oped leadership,” said Cougar Head Although young and somewhat Matt Barber — sixth in state (145- UC Team of the Year ing back in the second half. That freshman Connor Fitch. Coach Al Reinoso, who added, inexperienced at the varsity lacrosse lbs) First Team All-UC, John Fuller Scotch Plains-Fanwood: Annarae should have been our first quarter. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN Cranford when Trotter grabbed a re- Fanwood. Multi-sport athlete Luke Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times bound, dribbled the length of the floor Christiano netted 210 points and had Multi-sport athletes headed this and slipped in a lay-up at the buzzer his highest score of 21 points in the year’s Cranford High School boys to give the Cougars an 86-85 victory marathon against Marlboro. basketball team that was not only over the Marlboro Mustangs in qua- “This team was a pleasure to coach. competitive all season but also was druple overtime. They battled every game. Anyone involved in several scorchers that will Trotter, a three-sport athlete, not who follows basketball knows just be talked about for some time. only displayed his athleticism with how good Union County basketball “In Cranford we encourage multi- steals, rebounding and assists, but he is and these kids stepped up and sport athletes. This is really a special also operated on a “big bang” theory battled every game. We will miss, place where all the coaches work when it came to most of his scoring. Tommy, Johnny, Jack, Cameron, together to make sure that we share Trotter, who led the team with an Mike, Steve and Brian [Bruns], but I all the kids, but more importantly still average of 13.4 points per game — think they have really laid a great allow them to be kids,” Cougar Head ppg — (approximately 309 points), foundation for our younger kids in Coach Ryan Huber said. banged in 41 3-pointers and hit his terms of showing them what it takes The 11-13 Cougars were on the high in that category when he hit five to be successful,” Coach Huber said. burning side of a one-point scorcher 3-pointers, while bucketing 26 points Next year, the Cougars will look in their season opening game against against St. Mary’s. again for multi-sport athletes to lead Westfield in Westfield. However, that Senior John Oblachinski, also a the charge. David B. Corbin (NJSIAA Tournament in March) for The Westfield Leader and The Times loss was avenged in a big way when three-sport athlete who signed to play “We only return one starter in Luke GOING BIG AT A.C....Cougar junior Gavin Murray, right, placed second in the NJSIAA tournament at Atlantic City at the Cougars, playing possibly their football at Georgetown, averaged 9.8 Christiano, but return several others 138-lbs. Murray was also named Union County Wrestler of the Year. best game of the season, smothered ppg (approximately 210) led the team who played this year. Eric Donahue, the Blue Devils, 61-47, at the Inves- with 7.5 rebounds per game. Senior David Fonseca. Albert Gargiulo, Joe MURRAY, DiGIOVANNI, CAPPELLO QUALIFIED FOR AC tors Games at Kean University in Mike Guarriello averaged 10.7 ppg Norton, Jack Schetelich, Kevin Trot- Union. (252 approx.). His highest-scoring ter, Steve Wills and Hunter Remley In that game, senior guard Tommy game of 21 points (4 3-pointers) came are all returning letter winners we Trotter hit for 26 points, including against the Patrick School. Senior will need to put in work in the off Freshmen Additive Helped four 3-pointers. But the game to re- Cameron Kutzer finished with 114 season. Also we have a number of member occurred on December 27 in points. kids, who played JV, who we are Senior Jack McCaffrey, another looking for to step up and play varsity three-sport athlete, totaled 197 points next year. Next year too will be unique and had a high game of 25 points, in that we will not have a primary Cougar Matmen Finish 16-5 Baseball Blue Devils including three 3-pointers, against scorer, but rather nine to 12 kids who Have Pitching Depth Governor Livingston. He also had a will play every game,” Coach Huber By DAVID B. CORBIN Atlantic City (AC). trict and finished 25-13. Senior Mike 22-point game against Scotch Plains- said. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Junior Gavin Murray won the UCT, Pastor placed third in the district and CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Four particularly talented freshmen District 11 and Region 3 titles at 138- finished 12-20. Herbster, Bunting and DoCampo added to three tough sophomores, a lbs and remained unbeaten until he Junior Nick Ballas blossomed well could play third base. Cougars Have Strong Midfield super junior and three seniors paved placed second in the NJSIAA Tour- at the end of the season to place third Robertshaw, senior Chris Arena and the way for a 16-5 dual meet record nament to finish 40-1, upping his in the district at 182-lbs and sopho- junior Mike Tivenan will be in CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 for the Cranford High School wres- career record to 105-13 with 57 ca- more Chris Kiame competed at 170- leftfield. Perconte, senior Jacob Boyle level, the Cougars are loaded with as developing and understanding what tling team and opened the door widely reer pins. lbs. Sophomore Dave Busch placed and junior Colin Dursee will rove for a very promising future. Freshman Tom DiGiovanni de- second in the UCT at 126-lbs and multi-sport athletes who know what we are doing,” Coach Reinoso said. centerfield, and senior Chris Hogge contact is all about, especially mem- Three-year starter Wills Roman will That added depth also helped the manded immediate recognition when finished 16-18. Sophomore Andrew and junior Mike Friel will cover right Cougars place second in the Union he won the UCT title at 113-lbs. He Tompkins placed third in the district bers of the ice hockey team. be an asset to the team with his vast field. “We have a lot of kids, who play experience and talent. County Tournament, seize the Dis- followed up with a District 11 title at 145-lbs and finished 21-16. Coach Brewster has a pretty good trict 11 crown and advance to the and placed third at Region 3 to qualify “As for the season, I was happy tougher sports. We got a couple of “Obviously, it’s really good for us idea of his batting order with the footballs, a couple of wrestlers and a on defense. It’s the most experience North Jersey, Group 3, Section 2 semi- for AC where he won his first bout with reaching the goals that we set speedy Perconte leading off, followed finals. Additionally, one freshman, and finished with a 34-7 record. out to accomplish, but you can never lot of hockey players. Our attack is we’ve had on goal for six years, seven by Storcks, Ionta and Androconis. all hockey players. Hopefully, they years. We are looking for Wills to one sophomore and one junior quali- Sophomore Niko Cappello placed be satisfied. Doing what we did this Arena may be in the five spot with fied for the NJSIAA Tournament in second in the UCT at 160-lbs, claimed year with such a young lineup and a will be able to stand up with the have a strong season as well as being Hogge in sixth and Robertshaw in the punishment that comes with that po- the quarterback and leader back a District 11 title and placed third in vacant weight class speaks volumes seventh. Bowman and Luino will PUBLIC NOTICE the region to qualify for AC where he on how hard these boys work. This sition,” Coach Reinoso said. there,” Coach Reinoso said. round out the eight and nine spots. Rounding out the attack force will The Cougars select no team cap- UNION COUNTY BOARD won two bouts and finished 31-9. team has been such a fun group to “We got six or seven lefty batters in OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Freshman Chris Scorese pulled off coach and I look forward to many be juniors Mark Pawlick and Nick tains but offer a different way of NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD our lineup. We got a lot of things that Colucci, and sophomore Rich Hurley. providing the leadership. Date Adopted: 03/27/14 a spectacular performance in the Dis- more successful seasons and memo- we can do. We have great team speed. Public Notice is hereby given that the trict 11 finals to claim the 120-lb title ries with them,” Cougar Head Coach The all new defense consists of “We have game captains. From We just have to get used to being senior Kyle LaFronz, junior Ryan game-to-game we rotate based on Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- and the Outstanding Wrestler Award. Pat Gorman said. outside. 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Pellettiere, Clerk of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders VICES; WILSON’S AUTOMO- of the Board Chosen Freeholders PUBLIC NOTICE 1 T - 4/3/14, The Leader Fee: $22.44 1 T - 4/3/14, The Leader Fee: $24.48 PUBLIC NOTICE TIVE INC.; IRIS CRUZ; DONNA 1 T - 4/3/14, The Leader Fee: $21.42 MORENO; SARA E HIDALGO; UNION COUNTY BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE UNION COUNTY BOARD DIANA MUNOZ; PALISADES OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS PUBLIC NOTICE GENERAL HOSPITAL N/K/A NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD UNION COUNTY BOARD Date Adopted: 03/27/14 OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS PALISADES MEDICAL CEN- Date Adopted: 03/27/14 OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS TER, INC.; MIDLAND FUND- Public Notice is hereby given that the NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Public Notice is hereby given that the NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD ING LLC; STATE OF NEW Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Date Adopted: 03/27/14 Date Adopted: 03/27/14 Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Date Adopted: 03/27/14 ers has awarded a contract without com- Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the JERSEY; DEFENDANT(S) ers has awarded a contract without com- Public Notice is hereby given that the petitive bidding as an Professional service Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- petitive bidding as an Professional service TO: WILSON’S AUTOMOTIVE INC.; Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This ers has awarded a contract without com- ers has awarded a contract without com- pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This IRIS CRUZ; DONNA MORENO; SARA E ers has awarded a contract without com- contract and the resolution authorizing it is petitive bidding as an Professional service petitive bidding as an Professional service contract and the resolution authorizing it is HIDALGO; DIANA MUNOZ; petitive bidding as an Professional service available for public inspection in the Office pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This available for public inspection in the Office PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an order pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This of the Clerk of the Board. contract and the resolution authorizing it is contract and the resolution authorizing it is of the Clerk of the Board. made on March 26, 2014, the Superior contract and the resolution authorizing it is available for public inspection in the Office available for public inspection in the Office Court Fixed May 9, 2014 between the RESOLUTION NO: 2014-269 RESOLUTION NO: 2014-277 available for public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Board. of the Clerk of the Board. hours of nine o’clock in the forenoon and AWARDED TO: Alaimo Group, Con- amending (Resolution No. 2012-238) of the Clerk of the Board. four o’clock in the afternoon, prevailing sulting Engineers, Mt. Holly, New Jer- RESOLUTION NO: 2014-281 RESOLUTION NO: 2014-278 AWARDED TO: Weber Dowd Law, time, at the office of the Tax Collector of sey amending (Resolution No. 2012-1007) amending (Resolution No. 2013-632) Woodland Park, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO: 2014-253 PLAINFIELD, located at 515 WATCHUNG SERVICES: for the purpose of providing AWARDED TO: Kologi Simitz, Lin- AWARDED TO: Alexander Booth, SERVICES: in the matter entitled Aspen AWARDED TO: Appraisal Associates, AVENUE, PLAINFIELD, NEW JERSEY Construction Administration and Inspec- den, New Jersey Esq., Jersey City, New Jersey Landscaping Contracting v. UC, et als Inc., Cranford, New Jersey 07060 as the time and place when and tion Services for the 2013 Miscellaneous SERVICES: in the matter entitled Bar- SERVICES: in the matter entitled COSTS: in an amount not to exceed SERVICES: for the purposes of working where you may pay to the plaintiff the Dam Repairs bara Sandargus v. UC, et als Germaine Johnson v. UC, et als $5,000.00 for a sum not to exceed with and for the Open Space, Recreation amount so found due for principal and COSTS: in an amount not to exceed COSTS: in an amount not to exceed COSTS: in an amount not to exceed $83,535.51 and Historic Preservation Trust Fund interest on its certificate of tax sale as $81,960.00 $10,000.00 for a sum not to exceed $5,000.00 for a sum not to exceed James E. Pellettiere, Clerk COSTS: for a total amount not to exceed follows: James E. Pellettiere, Clerk $15,146.25. $7,051.80 of the Board Chosen Freeholders $30,000.00 LOT 2 BLOCK 231 on the tax duplicate of the Board Chosen Freeholders James E. Pellettiere, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, Clerk 1 T - 4/3/14, The Leader Fee: $21.42 James E. Pellettiere, Clerk of PLAINFIELD. Total amount required to 1 T - 4/3/14, The Leader Fee: $22.44 of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders redeem tax sale certificate no. 11-169 is 1 T - 4/3/14, The Leader Fee: $21.42 1 T - 4/3/14, The Leader Fee: $21.42 PUBLIC NOTICE 1 T - 4/3/14, The Leader Fee: $20.91 $11,556.91, together with interest from PUBLIC NOTICE UNION COUNTY BOARD December 31, 2013 and costs of PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE UNION COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS $1,533.08. OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD UNION COUNTY BOARD And that unless, at the same time and NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Date Adopted: 03/27/14 OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS place, you or one of you redeem by paying Date Adopted: 03/27/14 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Public Notice is hereby given that the NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD the aforesaid sum so found due to plaintiff, Public Notice is hereby given that the Date Adopted: 03/27/14 Date Adopted: 03/27/14 Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Date Adopted: 03/27/14 then you, and each of you shall be de- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the ers has awarded a contract without com- Public Notice is hereby given that the barred and foreclosed of and from all right ers has awarded a contract without com- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- petitive bidding as an Professional service Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- and equity of redemption of, in and to the petitive bidding as an Professional service ers has awarded a contract without com- ers has awarded a contract without com- pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This ers has awarded a contract without com- lands and premises above set out and pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This petitive bidding as an Professional service petitive bidding as an Professional service contract and the resolution authorizing it is petitive bidding as an Professional service described in the complaint and every part contract and the resolution authorizing it is pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This available for public inspection in the Office pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This thereof, and that the plaintiff be vested with available for public inspection in the Office contract and the resolution authorizing it is contract and the resolution authorizing it is of the Clerk of the Board. contract and the resolution authorizing it is an absolute and indefeasible estate of of the Clerk of the Board. available for public inspection in the Office available for public inspection in the Office available for public inspection in the Office inheritance in fee simple in said lands and RESOLUTION NO: 2014-263 of the Clerk of the Board. of the Clerk of the Board. of the Clerk of the Board. premises. RESOLUTION NO: 2014-268 amending (Resolution No. 2013-1015) Anything to the contrary notwithstand- AWARDED TO: Ruderman and RESOLUTION NO: 2014-276 RESOLUTION NO: 2014-280 AWARDED TO: Corizon Health of NJ, RESOLUTION NO: 2014-275 ing, redemption shall be permitted up until Glickman, P.C., Springfield, New Jer- amending (Resolution No. 2013-1098) amending (Resolution No. 2013-1099) Cedar Grove, New Jersey amending (Resolution No. 2013-633) the entry of final judgment including the sey AWARDED TO: Bauch, Zucker, AWARDED TO: Weber Dowd Law, SERVICES: for the provision of medical/ AWARDED TO: Kologi Simitz, Lin- whole of the last date upon which judg- SERVICES: to serve as personnel coun- Hatfield, Springfield, New Jersey Woodland Park, New Jersey health care services for inmates/residents den, New Jersey ment is entered. sel SERVICES: in the matter entitled Beverly SERVICES: in the matter entitled Beverly at the UC Jail and UC Juvenile Detention SERVICES: in the matter entitled Michael G. Pellegrino, Esq. PERIOD: January 1, 2014-December Figueroa v. UC, et als Figueroa v. UC, et als Center Germaine Johnson v. UC, et als Attorney for Plaintiff 31, 2014 COSTS: in an amount not to exceed COSTS: in an amount not to exceed PERIOD: April 1, 2014-June 30, 2014 COSTS: in an amount not to exceed PELLEGRINO & FELDSTEIN, L.L.C. COSTS: in an amount not to exceed $30,000.00 for a sum not to exceed $15,000.00 for a sum not to exceed COSTS: in the total amount not to ex- $5,000.00 for a sum not to exceed 290 Route 46 West $10,000.00 $135,000. $70,000.00 ceed $1,350,584.00 $6,268.75. Denville, New Jersey 07834 James E. Pellettiere, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, Clerk (973) 586-2300 of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders 1 T - 4/3/14, The Leader Fee: $64.26 1 T - 4/3/14, The Leader Fee: $22.44 1 T - 4/3/14, The Leader Fee: $21.42 1 T - 4/3/14, The Leader Fee: $21.42 1 T - 4/3/14, The Leader Fee: $22.95 1 T - 4/3/14, The Leader Fee: $21.42 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 3, 2014 Page 17 Raider Softballers Have CLASSIFIEDS HOME HEALTH AIDE FURNISHED ROOM NEEDED ‘Senior-Laden’ Roster Certified Aide seeks position to Female retiree living in Florida care for sick or elderly. seeks furnished room or Prepared By DAVID B. CORBIN could be in the outfield and Alex Live-in/out or hourly, nights or apartment for Summer months. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Negri could see some time on the weekends. Good References. Clean, quiet, great references. Experience is something that this mound. (201) 407-1903 or (973) 763-1438 (941) 966-1856 year’s Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Junior Erica Waltsak could switch WESTFIELD AREA RENTAL School softball team has no shortage between the outfield and first base. P/T BILLING SPECIALIST of with a roster of eight seniors, most Others on the roster: sophomore Scotch Plains, NJ-based TOWNHOUSE 3 BR 1 1/2 BA, who have one or more years starting Erykah Robinson (outfield), Fresh- FR W/FP, LOFT, WA & DY, on the varsity lineup. man Kyra Lockhart (third base/short- pharmaceutical consulting firm seeks part-time (15-25 hours/ POOL TENNIS, GATED COM- “We have a very senior laden roster stop), junior Danielle Scheu (pitcher/ MUNITY. $3300/MO. AVAIL and all are expected to take a leader- outfield) and freshman Julia week) billing specialist. Position requires general accounting JUNE 30. OWNER NJLREA. ship role,” Raider Head Coach Jes- DiGiacomo (utility). CALL (908) 581-2803 sica Hulnik said. “We are still working on some experience, including preparation Senior Amanda Marcus has been things concerning who will play of invoices, accounts payable, CHILDCARE NEEDED the Raiders’ primary pitcher and is where and our batting order. Kelly David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times account reconciliations, working expected to be the starter on the mound Yeager, Arielle Zuaro and Kyra CRANFORD ATHLETE OF THE WEEK...Sophomore varsity lacrosse player with contracts, etc., BA/BS degree Nannies - Housekeepers this season, as well as being in the Lockhart have all had good at bats in Megan Power scored the game winning goal with 1:04 left against Livingston in or equivalent, intermediate BabyNurses Needed batting lineup. Senior speedster Kelly the preseason. We worked in all four the Cougars season opener, adding to the 4 goals she had already scored. Megan MS Excel, MS Outlook and Quick- Live-in / -out, Full/Part-time Yeager could spend time behind the of the pitchers in our scrimmages and is currently the team’s leading goal scorer with 9 goals in just 2 games. Books skills. Send resume to Solid References Required. plate but could also patrol the out- they all performed well,” Coach [email protected] CALL (732) 972-4090 field. Senior Arielle Zuaro could split Hulnik said. Cougars Have High Hopes www.absolutebestcare.com time with Yeager behind the plate and Absent from the Raiders’ schedule, EXECUTIVE PRISTINE HOME HEALTHCARE CLASSES also rove the outfield. due to not being in their section or Open House 305 Roanoke Road, Senior Mary Coloney will play first conference are Westfield and Cranford, CNA classes start Westfield - Sunday April, 6 1-4pm mornings May 7th, base and possibly the outfield. Senior but they could meet in the Union For Success in Softball Pristine Executive Home with 4 Rachel Brokaw is expected to play County Tournament. The Raiders were evenings April 23rd. bed, 2.5 bath, rec room, over- CHHA, classes start leftfield and Maria Pansulla may play to open their season at Rahway on Prepared By DAVID B. CORBIN on the mound, and freshman Jillian sized two car garage, heated Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times evenings April 21st. second base and sometimes in the April 1 and will host Union today, Skalski could get time behind the driveway, three zone AC, two zone outfield. Senior Nicole Cieslinski Thursday, April 3, at 4:00 p.m. Senior leadership may lead this plate. Junior Vienna Stivala could play NCLEX RN/PN REVIEW heat, state-of-the-art custom weekends April 27th. year’s Cranford High School softball second base or in the outfield. kitchen and great room addition. team to a successful season. Of the “The talent is there and expecta- Professionally landscaped and High Success Rates six seniors, four were in the starting tions are high for these girls, but they lighted with elegant patio and Humane Concepts Healthcare lineup last year and all seven have continuously need to step up to the garden. Custom built-ins and many (908) 688-8184 or (908) 265-9803 intended to lead by example. challenge,” Coach Becker said. extras. Move in, turn-key home in “Collectively, the seniors are dis- Presently, Harvan and Wetherell prime, north-side location. playing tremendous leadership and may share time on the mound. $1.145mm Contact Louis for add- Probitas Verus Honos setting the tone for a very successful “We have two very capable pitch- itional information (201) 618-1606. season. Their level of hard work, com- ers whose strengths compliment each mitment, and enthusiasm about the other well. At this stage, I foresee upcoming season is evident at every them splitting time based on how practice. The seniors have been those strengths can best be used CSH Invites Community charged with high expectations from against each opponent,” Coach Becker the coaches and they consistently meet said. or exceed them on and off the field,” Although things may change as the To ‘Chalk My Autism’ said Sarah Becker, in her first year as season progresses, the possible start- MOUNTAINSIDE — In con- with CSH, and finally, send pic- Cougar Head Coach. ing lineup could be: 1 Casale, 2. Shore, junction with April as Autism tures to Of the four returning starters, Kerry 3. Wishchusen, 4. Verrilli, 5. McKay, Awareness Month, Children’s Spe- chalkmyautism@childrens- Wischusen will play leftfield, Allison 6. Durant, 7. Salinardo, 8. Harvan, 9. cialized Hospital (CSH) is inviting specialized.org. Artwork sent in Verrilli will be at shortstop, Maggie Ferretti or Skalski. everyone to “Chalk My Autism” will be displayed throughout the McKay will play first base and Jes- “Overall there is excitement among throughout the month of April. month via Facebook and Twitter as THE HEAT IS ON...The Heat won the Westfield In-Town 7th Grade Basketball sica Casale will cover centerfield. the team and coaches for a successful Participants are encouraged to well as shared at the “Chalk My championship on March 15. Pictured, left to right, are: sitting; Adam Perry; first Senior Emily Harvan is expected to season. They are all hitting the ball get creative through expressive art Autism” event. row, John Kwok, John Ossman, Jordan Phillips, Max Brotman, Joe Herzog and spend time on the mound, and senior well and are solid defensively. The — using chalk on black construc- A special celebration will be held Glen Warner; second row, Head Coach Tony Prieto, Cooper Prieto, Ethan Wolf Katie Waldner will see time at first team is extremely coachable, main- tion paper, sidewalks or even a on Friday, April 11, from 7 to 9 and Assistant Coach John Warner. base. taining a positive attitude, and work- classroom blackboard — to ex- p.m. in the cafeteria of CSH’s Junior Julia Salinardo, who started PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE ing well together developing a great press their connection with autism Mountainside location at 150 New in right field last year, will remain at chemistry,” Coach Becker said. and have fun. All are welcome to Providence Road. Everyone is wel- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY New Jersey, known as LOT 16 ADDI- that position. Sophomore Morgan The Cougars were to be put to the participate, whether they have au- come to come, have fun and learn CHANCERY DIVISION TIONAL LOT(S): 312, 102/104 BLOCK UNION COUNTY 101 as shown on the Tax Assessment Map Ferretti was behind the plate last year test early when they hosted Westfield, tism or have a sibling, child, friend about autism. There will be snacks, DOCKET NO. F-002224-14 and Tax Map duplicate of LINDEN and and will do so this season. Sopho- the defending Union County Tourna- or neighbor with autism. prizes and live music from “The FILE NO. 17559-13 concerns premises commonly known as mores Jennifer Shore and Candice ment champions, on April 1. The Individuals can participate Neighbors.” 1001 EAST ELIZABETH AVENUE, LIN- NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANT DEN, New Jersey. Durant will play second base and Cougars will travel to Clark tomor- through three easy steps: First, ex- CSH will host additional autism (L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: 2. A certain tax certificate 08-00081, third base, respectively. Junior row, Friday, April 4, to face the A.L. press their message with chalk; awareness events in April, includ- ESTATE OF MARK A. sold on 6/3/2009, dated 6/10/2009, and Theresa Wetherell will see some time Johnson Crusaders at 4:00 p.m. next, take a picture to share the art ing “Light It Up Blue,” where the MUSCATELLO; BRIAN was recorded on 6/16/2009 in Book 12717 Mountainside facility will glow in PAGANO, ESQ., EXECUTOR at Page 879, made by STACEY L. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE blue lights all during April. Addi- OF THE ESTATE OF MARK A. CARRON, Collector of Taxes of LINDEN, MUSCATELLO; and State of New Jersey to ROCKFORD tionally, CSH will host an autism ENTERPRISES, L.L.C. and subsequently 2014 MUNICIPAL BUDGET symposium on Friday, May 30, at YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND assigned to plaintiff, UNO FINANCIAL the Pines Manor in Edison. Addi- REQUIRED to serve upon PELLEGRINO SERVICES, LLC on 10/25/2011 and was AND FELDSTEIN, LLC, plaintiff’s attor- recorded on 10/25/2011 in Assignment BOROUGH OF GARWOOD, COUNTY OF UNION tional information is available at neys, whose address is 290 Route 46 Book 441. This covers real estate located childrens-specialized.org/ West, Denville, New Jersey, an Answer to in LINDEN, County of UNION, and State of FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR ENDED autismsymposium. the Amended Complaint filed in a Civil New Jersey, known as LOT 15 ADDI- For more information or any Action, in which UNO FINANCIAL SER- TIONAL LOT(S): 312, 100, 101 BLOCK DECEMBER 31, 2014 VICES, LLC is the plaintiff and YOUNG KI 101 as shown on the Tax Assessment Map questions about “Chalk My Au- SHIM, ET ALS; are defendants, pending in and Tax Map duplicate of LINDEN and Revenue and Appropriation Summaries tism,” call (888)-CHILDREN, ex- the Superior Court of New Jersey, Chan- concerns premises commonly known as tension no. 5343, or e-mail cery Division, UNION County and bearing 1007 EAST ELIZABETH AVENUE, LIN- SUMMARY OF REVENUES - CURRENT FUND ANTICIPATED Adrienne Robertiello at Docket No. F-002224-14 within thirty-five DEN, New Jersey. (35) days after April 3, 2014 exclusive of 2014 2013 ARobertiello@childrens- YOU, ESTATE OF MARK A. 1. Surplus 468,500.00 300,000.00 such date. If you fail to answer or appear in MUSCATELLO and BRIAN PAGANO, specialized.org. 2. Total Miscellaneous Revenues 985,868.03 1,086,204.45 accordance with Rule 4:4-6, Judgment by ESQ., EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF “Chalk My Autism” is a family- Default may be rendered against you for MARK A. MUSCATELLO, are made party 3. Receipts from Delinquent Taxes 297,000.00 275,000.00 centered autism event that has been relief demanded in the Amended Com- defendants to the above foreclosure ac- 4. Local Tax for Municipal & Library Purposes 5,851,453.71 5,797,184.81 plaint. You shall file your Answer and Proof tion because on May 18, 2011, Young Ki Total General Revenues $7,602,821.74 $7,458,389.26 made possible through donations of Service in duplicate with the Clerk of the Shim, executed a mortgage to Estate of in memory of Dolores and Joseph FINAL Superior Court of New Jersey, Hughes Mark A. Muscatello in the amount of Fabiano. Justice Complex - CN 971, Trenton, New $235,000.00, which mortgage was re- SUMMARY OF APPROPRIATIONS - CURRENT FUND 2014 BUDGET 2013 BUDGET Jersey 08625, in accordance with the Rules corded on July 13, 2011 in the UNION 1. Operating Salaries & Wages 2,891,707.00 2,853,624.00 of Civil Practice and Procedure. County Clerk’s/Register’s Office in Mort- Other Expenses 3,350,056.74 3,136,832.26 You are further advised that if you are gage Book 13143 at Page 448. Brian 2. Deferred Charges & Other Appropriations 624,907.00 742,933.00 unable to obtain an attorney you may com- Pagano, Esq. is the executor of the Estate 3. Capital Improvements 15,000.00 15,000.00 www.goleader.com municate with the Lawyer Referral Service of Mark A. Muscatello. Said mortgage is of the County of Venue and that if you 4. Debt Service 299,151.00 310,000.00 subordinate to the Plaintiff’s lien. 5. Judgements 0.00 0.00 cannot afford an attorney, you may com- AND you, ESTATE OF MARK A. PUBLIC NOTICE municate with the Legal Services Office of MUSCATELLO, are further made party 6. Reserve for Uncollected Taxes 422,000.00 400,000.00 TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS the County of Venue. The telephone num- defendants to the above foreclosure ac- Total General Appropriations 7,602,821.74 7,458,389.26 PLANNING BOARD ber of such agencies are as follows: Law- tion because on July 11, 2012, a judgment Total Number of Employees - Full & Part Time 70 70 yer Referral Service 908-353-4715 - Legal was entered in the Superior Court of New PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that at the Services Office 908-354-4340. Jersey, Union County, by Estate of Mark A. BALANCE OF OUTSTANDING DEBT Planning Board meeting of March 19, 2014, THE ACTION has been instituted for the Muscatello against Young Ki Shim dis- GENERAL the Planning Board of the Township of purpose of foreclosing the following tax closing a debt in the amount of Bond & Note Principal 3,442,117.00 Scotch Plains adopted the Resolution for sale certificates: $275,000.00, plus interest and costs. Said NJ Golf Partners, LLC, Shackamaxon Golf 1. A certain tax certificate 08-00082, Bond & Note Interest 42,172.00 judgment was entered as Judgment No. J- Outstanding Balance 3,484,289.00 Club, Block 11301, Lot 1 approving their sold on 6/3/2009, dated 6/10/2009, and 144969-2012. Said judgment is subordi- application for preliminary and final site was recorded on 6/16/2009 in Book 12717 nate to the Plaintiff’s lien. Notice is hereby given that the budget and tax resolution was approved by the Borough Council of the plan for a cart barn building and pool with at Page 877, made by STACEY L. DATED: March 27, 2014 Borough of Garwood, County of Union on March 25, 2014. conditions. CARRON, Collector of Taxes of LINDEN, Michelle M. Smith, Clerk The file pertaining to this application is in and State of New Jersey to ROCKFORD A hearing on the budget and tax resolution will be held at the Municipal Building on April 22, 2014 at 7:15 Superior Court of New Jersey o’clock (PM) at which time and place objections to the Budget and Tax Resolution for the year 2014 may the Office of the Planning Board, Municipal ENTERPRISES, L.L.C. and subsequently PELLEGRINO & FELDSTEIN, L.L.C. Building, 430 Park Avenue and available assigned to plaintiff, UNO FINANCIAL Denville Law Center be presented by taxpayers or other interested persons. for public inspection during regular busi- SERVICES, LLC on 10/25/2011 and was 290 Route 46 West Copies of the detailed budget are available in the office of Christina Ariemma, Borough Clerk, at the ness hours. recorded on 10/25/2011 in Assignment Denville, New Jersey 07834 Municipal Building, 403 South Avenue, Garwood, New Jersey, 07027, (908) 789-0710, during the hours of Barbara Horev Book 441. This covers real estate located (973) 586-2300 9:00 (A.M.) to 4:30 (P.M.). 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Single Size: 10 Weeks $275 • Double Size: 10 Weeks $425 • Call 908-232-4407 • email PDF Ad to [email protected] Page 18 Thursday, April 3, 2014 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Obituaries Continued from Page 8 Anne Russell, 78, Enjoyed Her Family, Quilting, Gardening and Traveling Lewis J. DeMatthews, 93, Army Medic; Anne Freeman Russell, 78, of Le for the Jersey Shore, which she vis- Sueur, Minn. passed away peacefully ited many times throughout her life, Supervisor For Twin County Grocers on Monday, March 31, 2014. A me- and within the past year she made Lewis John DeMatthews, 93, of at 10 a.m. at St. Helen’s Roman Catho- morial service will be held at 2 p.m. trips to France and Florida. She was Westfield passed away peacefully on lic Church in Westfield. Interment tomorrow, Friday, April 4, at the Le a loyal Twins fan, win or lose, listen- Saturday, March 29, 2014, at the Veter- will be at Brig. William Doyle Cem- Sueur United Methodist Church in ing to most of their games on the ans Administration Hospital at Lyons. etery. Arrangements are by Dooley Le Sueur. Visitation will radio while she sewed. Mr. DeMatthews was born in Colonial Home of Westfield. be today, Thursday, She was known within Plainfield and resided in Westfield Donations in his memory may be April 3, from 4 to 8 p.m. the family for several since 1951. While serving in the South made to the Wounded Warrior Project. at the Kolden Funeral recipes that no one has Pacific during World War II he was a April 3, 2014 Home in Le Sueur and been able to duplicate, front line medic with the U.S. Army. one hour prior to the ser- especially her signature Lewis later went on to work as a Brann Northcutt, 69 vice time Friday at the chocolate chip cookies supervisor for Twin County Grocers Brann Yaeger Northcutt, 69, of church. and the “good beans.” She in Edison for many years. Sparks, Md. passed away on Satur- Anne was born on loved her cat, Honey, and He was a lifelong member of the day, March 22, 2014, after a pro- January 24, 1936 in the birds that she fed out- American Legion and enjoyed wood- longed illness. Plainfield, N.J., to James side her kitchen window. working in his free time. He was born in Plainfield, N.J., Russell and Florence She is survived by her Lewis is survived by his wife of 65 grew up in Westfield, N.J. and (Lott) Freeman, and daughters, Betty Anne GARWOOD GETS NEW LIONS...The Garwood Lions Club recently installed grew up in Westfield, (Mark) Bertrang of new members at The Station restaurant in Garwood. Pictured with sponsor Sara years, Ruth, and their son and daugh- graduated from Westfield High Todisco, center, left to right, are: Mike Martin, Kevin Clark, Paul Tarantino, ter, Lewis Jr. and his wife, Donna, of School in 1962. N.J. She graduated from Onalaska, Wis., Judy Stevens College in Mis- Lynne (John) Sunderman Ann Palmer and Lou Petruzzelli. Known primarily for collecting used eyeglasses, Brielle and Patricia Brois of Westfield. He served in the Navy and was a Anne Russell the Lions also support various vision projects throughout New Jersey as well as He also will be deeply missed by his successful electrical contractor for souri in 1956. On June of Le Sueur and Marga- local youth baseball, Scouting and community events. For membership informa- grandchildren, Michael Lewis many years. 5, 1957, Anne married William (Bill) ret Jane (Pat) Kahnke of St. Paul, tion, call President Peg Briggs at (908) 654-4977. DeMatthews of Clifton, David Ed- He is survived by his significant Russell in Columbia, Mo. They lived Minn.; her grandchildren, Brianne, ward DeMatthews of El Paso, Tex. other, Janele Stewart, and his chil- in Missouri, Nebraska, Illinois, Ar- Kevin, Tyler (Emily), Abby (Sam), and Sarah Brois of Hamilton, along dren, Jocelyn, Brann and Skylar kansas and then moved to Le Sueur in Samuel, Nina and Naomi; her great- Miller-Cory Museum Plans with his brother, Ralph, of Florida Northcutt. Also surviving are two December of 1974. grandchildren, William and Paul, and and his niece, Betty Jane August of loving grandchildren. Lovingly known in her family as her sisters, Florence (Sandy) Rom of Scotch Plains. A private service will be held in Grandma Anne, she thrived on spend- New Jersey and Margaret (Peg) Spring Program and Crafts A Mass of Christian Burial will be Maryland. ing time with her grandchildren and Dunlap of North Carolina. WESTFIELD — The Miller-Cory sion is $3 for adults and children age celebrated today, Thursday, April 3, April 3, 2014 great-grandchildren. She was an avid She was preceded in death by her House Museum invites area resi- 13 and older; $2 for ages 3 to 12, and quilter and seamstress who made parents and her husband, Bill. dents to “Celebrate the Season with free for children under age 3. many keepsake quilts for her family, April 3, 2014 Spring Cookie Decorating” this Sun- Upcoming Sunday programs at the as well as hundreds of darling baby day, April 6, from 2 to 4 p.m. The museum include the annual “Sheep Library to Offer Organizing; bibs for all, each sewn with exact museum is located at 614 Mountain to Shawl Festival” on April 27, from precision. She found joy in garden- Tricky Tray-Brunch Avenue in Westfield. 1 to 4 p.m., rain or shine; “A Mother’s ing, and stayed active by working at This program will feature Day Message in a Bottle” on May 4, African American Baseball Traverse de Sioux Garden Center in To Benefit Animals storytelling as well as two crafts. and “Ghost Hunt Reveal with the St. Peter. She loved to travel. Grow- GARWOOD — Summit Animal Children will be able to make a spring Independent Paranormal Research- SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch the pre-Civil War era through Black ing up in New Jersey gave her a love Rescue Association (SARA) will host basket to take home and also to deco- ers Circle” on May 18. Plains Public Library has announced baseball and America’s long era of its sixth annual Tricky Tray Auction rate cookies in the shapes of tradi- Also coming up is the annual “Aunt two programs that will take place at Jim Crow segregation to the signifi- and Brunch this Sunday, April 6, from tional spring symbols, such as butter- Carrie’s Attic Sale” on Saturday, May the library tonight and next Thursday. cance of Black baseball within the Unclaimed Property 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at The Westwood, flies, eggs and bunnies. 24, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine. Bestselling author and organizing modern-day, post-Civil Rights Move- located at 438 North Avenue in Also included will be a demonstra- The public is both invited to attend the specialist Jamie Novak will visit the ment perspective. The library will To Be AARP Topic Garwood. tion of 18th-century open-hearth sale and to donate items such as library this evening, April 3, at 7 p.m. have copies of “The Forgotten His- WESTFIELD — Westfield Area Admission is $50 per person and cooking with authentic recipes and housewares, linens, toys, bric-a-brac She will reveal her trademark three- tory of African American Baseball” AARP Chapter 4137 will hold its will include a brunch buffet with seasonal ingredients. The museum’s or small furniture pieces. The mu- step system for people to clear away available for sale and signing. next meeting on Monday, April 7, at omelet station, coffee, tea, juice, soda, gift shop will be open, offering a seum is not accepting textbooks, cloth- clutter, simplify their lives and ac- Both programs will be free and the Scotch Hills Country Club, lo- dessert, five tricky tray auction tick- variety of colonial toys, crafts, books ing, electronics of any kind or any- complish their goals. Ms. Novak has open to all. Attendees are encour- cated at Jerusalem Road and ets and a door prize ticket. and educational materials. Admis- thing that is broken. Interested per- been seen on HGTV and QVC. She aged to register in advance online at Plainfield Avenue in Scotch Plains. “Our Tricky Tray is a fun way to sons are asked to call or e-mail the most recently served as a home blogger scotlib.org, by calling (908) 322- Meetings begin at 1 p.m. raise money to help SARA carry on its PUBLIC NOTICE museum to arrange a drop-off time. for Martha Stewart’s Whole Living. 5007, extension no. 204, or e-mail- Linda Henderson, who works for mission of rescuing animals in need, BOROUGH OF GARWOOD All donations are tax-deductible. ing [email protected]. The Scotch The second program, on Thursday, the Unclaimed Property Administra- giving them medical attention and re- NOTICE OF ADOPTION For more information, visit the April 10, will feature historian Larry Plains Public Library is located at tion in Trenton, will be the featured hab, and caring for them until homes ORDINANCE NO. 14-05 museum’s Facebook page, call the 1927 Bartle Avenue, one block from Hogan, author of “The Forgotten speaker. This department is part of are found,” said Barbara Durant of CALENDAR YEAR 2014 office weekday mornings at (908) History of African American Base- Park Avenue, in the center of the the Department of the Treasury of the Scotch Plains, SARA’s treasurer. MODEL ORDINANCE TO EX- 232-1776 or e-mail ball.” Mr. Hogan will be at the library township. State of New Jersey and acts as cus- More than 75 gift baskets will be CEED THE MUNICIPAL BUD- [email protected]. The at 7 p.m. to discuss his new book todian for funds that have had no featured in the tricky tray, including GET APPROPRIATION LIM- ITS AND TO ESTABLISH A website is millercoryhouse.org. about the national pastime. His work See it all on the Web! activity over a prescribed period of a Vizio Smart TV, a Kindle Fire, Coach CAP BANK (N.J.S.A. 40A: 4- takes readers from the origins of Af- time. The goal of the unclaimed prop- purses and a spa day for four. Seating 45.14) PUBLIC NOTICE rican Americans playing the game of www.goleader.com erty office is to reunite reported own- is limited. For tickets, contact Mary STATEMENT baseball on southern plantations in ers with their property, some of which Roland at (732) 236-9305 or SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY are savings and checking accounts, [email protected]. TAKE NOTICE THAT ORDINANCE NO. CHANCERY DIVISION PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 14-05, WAS PASSED ON THE FINAL UNION COUNTY payroll checks and securities. Ms. SARA is an all-volunteer, non- READING AFTER PUBLIC HEARING AT DOCKET NO. F-17431-12 SCOTCH PLAINS - FANWOOD Certified or cashier’s checks shall be drawn Henderson will tell attendees all about profit 501(c)(3) charitable organiza- A SPECIAL BUDGET MEETING OF THE FILE NO. 11767-10 BOARD OF EDUCATION on a state or national bank rated “A” by at MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOR- the work of this department. tion headquartered in Berkeley NOTICE TO REDEEM COUNTY OF UNION, NEW JERSEY least two nationally recognized rating agen- The chapter business meeting will Heights, with weekly adoption sites OUGH OF GARWOOD ON, TUESDAY, ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS cies. Checks shall be made payable to the MARCH 25, 2014. FIDELITY TAX LLC; PLAIN- District. follow this program, and chapter in Garwood, Gillette, Old Bridge and ATTEST: TIFF VS. DARLENE KEMPER, PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that 2. Certificate from a surety company members are asked to bring a non- Watchung. The organization has Christina Ariemma HER HEIRS, DEVISEES AND sealed bids will be received by the Scotch stating that it will provide the Bidder with a perishable food item for the Westfield found homes for over 5,000 animals Municipal Clerk PERSONAL REPRESENTA- Plains-Fanwood Board of Education (the Performance, Payment Bond and Mainte- Borough of Garwood TIVES AND HIS, HER, THEIR District), in the County of Union, for the nance Bond in such sum and form as is Food Pantry. Members also may pay since 2002. Additionally, SARA pro- 1 T - 4/3/14, The Leader Fee: $21.93 OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCES- furnishing of the hereinafter described la- required in the Specifications. their dues at this time. Additionally, vides low-cost resources to spay and SORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND bor, material and equipment for New HVAC 3. Affidavit showing Notice of Classifica- the chapter is looking for someone to neuter feral cats to reduce the num- PUBLIC NOTICE INTEREST; JUDY KEMPER A/ Roof Top Units - Phase II, Scotch Plains- tion in accordance with the standards of K/A JAVAIRE KEMPER; serve as the legislative chairperson bers of unwanted cats. One hundred SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Fanwood High School, 641 Westfield and by the New Jersey Department of the DEBORAH KEMPER; KEN- CHANCERY DIVISION Road, Scotch Plains, New Jersey (here- Treasury, Division of Property Manage- and someone to help out with getting percent of all donations and funds NETH KEMPER JR.; KEITH R. UNION COUNTY inafter, the “Project”) and opened and read ment and Construction, for bids $20,000 refreshments ready before the meet- raised go directly to the care and KEMPER, HIS HEIRS, DEVI- DOCKET NO. F-043497-13 in public at the Scotch Plains-Fanwood and over, for prime Bidders and all sub- SEES AND PERSONAL REP- ings and cleanup afterwards. Fellow- feeding of animals. For more infor- FILE NO. 17920-13 Board of Education Offices, Evergreen contractors, prior to the date that Bids are ship and refreshments will follow the mation about SARA, visit RESENTATIVES AND HIS, Avenue and Cedar Street, Scotch Plains, received. NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANT HER, THEIR OR ANY OF New Jersey 07076, on April 22, 2014, at Notices of Classification must in- business meeting. sararescue.com. THEIR SUCCESSORS IN (L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: 10:00 a.m. prevailing time. Bids to be clude: RIGHT, TITLE AND INTER- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE NATIONAL LOAN RECOVER- received for this work shall be Combined/ Prime Bidder: HVAC - C039 EST; KENNETH N. KEMPER, IES LLC A/K/A NATIONAL Lump Sum Bids for all the work required. Subcontractor: Plumbing/Gas Piping – includes the amount due on said tax sale HIS HEIRS, DEVISEES AND SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY LOAN RECOVERY; Bidding Documents may be examined C030 or C031 or C033 UNION COUNTY certificate, subsequent taxes and interest PERSONAL REPRESENTA- at the office of Potter Architects, L.L.C., Subcontractor: Electrical – C047 CHANCERY DIVISION as of November 30, 2013, together with YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND TIVES AND HIS, HER, THEIR 410 Colonial Avenue, Union, New Jersey Subcontractor: Fire Alarm – C047 or DOCKET NO. F-001644-13 costs duly taxed in the sum of $1,585.69. REQUIRED to serve upon PELLEGRINO OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCES- 07083, during business hours. A copy C049 FILE NO. 51333-399 An exact redemption amount must be ob- AND FELDSTEIN, LLC, plaintiff’s attor- SORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND thereof may be procured in person only on Subcontractor: Ceilings – C008 or C009 FILED: MARCH 24, 2014 tained from the municipal tax collector; neys, whose address is 290 Route 46 INTEREST; ELON KEMPER, or after April 3, 2014, at the Architect’s or C010 and West, Denville, New Jersey, an Answer to HER HEIRS, DEVISEES AND office for the purpose of bidding. Bidders Any other work of the project is consid- CIVIL ACTION IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the 8th the Complaint filed in a Civil Action, in PERSONAL REPRESENTA- shall notify the Architect in advance prior to ered incidental and, therefore, Notices of ORDER SETTING TIME, PLACE AND day of May, 2014, between the hours of which US BANK CUST FOR TOWER DBW TIVES AND HIS, HER, THEIR obtaining bidding documents (Plans and Classification in those trades is not re- AMOUNT OF REDEMPTION nine o’clock in the forenoon and four o’clock is the plaintiff and ANNIE L. LYNN, ET OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCES- Project Manual) by calling Potter Archi- quired. US BANK CUSTODIAN FOR in the afternoon, at the office of the Tax ALS; are defendants, pending in the Supe- SORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND tects (908-686-2547). Documents will not 4. A statement setting forth the names PHOENIX; PLAINTIFF(S) VS. Collector of the Township of Scotch rior Court of New Jersey, Chancery Divi- INTEREST; MAXINE M be mailed. Cash or check to the order of and addresses of all stockholders owning FREDDA MAE BRIGGS, UN- Plains,430 Park Avenue, scotch Plains, sion, UNION County and bearing Docket TOWNES; STATE OF NEW said Architect in the sum of $125 (com- 10% or more of the stock in the case of a MARRIED; LEGRAND New Jersey, be and the same is hereby No. F-043497-13 within thirty-five (35) days JERSEY; DEFENDANT(S) pact disk) or $175 (hard copy) is re- corporation, or 10% or greater interest in fixed as the time and place for the redemp- after April 3, 2014 exclusive of such date. OAKES, JR., UNMARRIED, TO: DARLENE KEMPER, HER HEIRS, quired, which is non-refundable. Neither the case of a partnership, or acknowledg- tion of the said lands as described in the If you fail to answer or appear in accor- HIS HEIRS, DEVISEES AND DEVISEES AND PERSONAL REPRE- District nor Architect assumes any respon- ment that no person or entity has 10% or amended complaint and making up the dance with Rule 4:4-6, Judgment by De- PERSONAL REPRESENTA- SENTATIVES AND HIS, HER, THEIR OR sibility for errors, omissions, or misinter- greater proprietary interest in the Bidder. premises concerning which the amended fault may be rendered against you for relief TIVES, AND THEIR OR ANY ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, pretations resulting from the use of incom- Bidders are notified as follows: complaint is filed, and that thereupon the demanded in the Complaint. You shall file OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN TITLE AND INTEREST; KEITH R. plete sets of Bidding Documents, or copies 1. Addendum may be issued by the defendant who redeems shall be entitled your Answer and Proof of Service in dupli- RIGHT, TITLE AND INTER- KEMPER, HIS HEIRS, DEVISEES AND of Bidding Documents obtained in elec- District in accordance with the Project to the certificate of tax sale duly endorsed cate with the Clerk of the Superior Court of EST; LOUISE BOOKER; PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES AND tronic media form, internet plan rooms or Manual up to seven (7) business days for cancellation; and New Jersey, Hughes Justice Complex - GUSSIE MCGIRK, WIDOW, HIS, HER, THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR other internet plan sites, or copies of Bid- prior to receipt of Bids. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that in de- CN 971, Trenton, New Jersey 08625, in HER HEIRS, DEVISEES AND SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND ding Documents obtained from any source 2. No Bid may be withdrawn after the fault of the said defendants paying to the accordance with the Rules of Civil Practice PERSONAL REPRESENTA- INTEREST; KENNETH N. KEMPER, HIS other than the Architect’s Office. date of receipt. Tax Collector of the Township of Scotch and Procedure. TIVES, AND THEIR OR ANY HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PERSONAL All bids must conform to the Project Bidders are notified that they must com- Plains, and the plaintiff, the said sum, You are further advised that if you are OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN REPRESENTATIVES AND HIS, HER, Manual. Bids must be made on standard ply with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 34:11- interest and costs aforesaid, the said de- unable to obtain an attorney you may com- RIGHT, TITLE AND INTER- THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS bid forms in the manner designated by the 56.37 and 34:11-56.38 et seq. (Wages on fendants stand absolutely debarred and municate with the Lawyer Referral Service EST; BARBARA WOOD; IN RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST; ELON Project Manual, must be enclosed in sealed Public Works) and that the contract to be foreclosed of and from all right and equity of the County of Venue and that if you MARVARA GREEN; KEMPER, HER HEIRS, DEVISEES AND envelopes bearing the name and address awarded in the case shall contain a stipu- of redemption on, in and to said lands and cannot afford an attorney, you may com- DELORIES MCGIRK; PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES AND of the bidder, the contract being bid on the lation that the wage rate must be paid to premises and every part thereof, and the municate with the Legal Services Office of CLEAVERN BROWN; STATE HIS, HER, THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR outside thereof, addressed to District and workmen employed in the performance of plaintiff shall have an absolute and inde- the County of Venue. The telephone num- OF NEW JERSEY; SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND should be delivered in person to the Dis- the contracts shall not be less than the feasible interest of inheritance in fee simple, ber of such agencies are as follows: Law- DEFENDANT(S) INTEREST; MAXINE M TOWNES; trict. District will not be responsible for bids prevailing wage rate as determined by the to said lands and premises. Anything to yer Referral Service 908-353-4715 - Legal sent by mail or delivery service. Commissioner of the Department of Labor THIS MATTER being opened to the court the contrary notwithstanding, redemption Services Office 908-354-4340. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an order There will be a Pre-Bid Meeting at and Industry of the State of New Jersey. by Goldenberg, Mackler, Sayegh, Mintz, shall be permitted up until the entry of final THE ACTION has been instituted for the made on March 12, 2014, the Superior Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School, 641 Bidders are notified that they must com- Pfeffer, Bonchi & Gill, A Professional Cor- judgment including the whole of the last purpose of foreclosing the following tax Court Fixed April 28, 2014 between the Westfield Road, Scotch Plains, New Jer- ply with the provisions of P.L. 1999, c.238 poration, Attorneys for Plaintiff, and it ap- date upon which judgment is entered; and sale certificate: hours of nine o’clock in the forenoon and sey on April 8, 2014, at 10:00 a.m., (The Public Works Contractor Registra- pearing that default has been entered IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that if the 1. A certain tax certificate 11-131, sold four o’clock in the afternoon, prevailing prevailing time, for the purpose of observ- tion Act), which became effective on April against the defendants, FREDDA MAE addresses of the defendants are not known, on 6/8/2011, dated 6/9/2011, and was time, at the office of the Tax Collector of ing the work site, discussing the bid docu- 11, 2000, and P.L. 2004, c.57 (Business BRIGGS, UNMARRIED; LEGRAND a copy of this Order or Notice thereof recorded on 8/12/2011 in Book 13159 at ELIZABETH, located at 50 WINFIELD ments and expected procedures, and to Registration of Public Contractors) which OAKES, JR., UNMARRIED, HIS HEIRS, directed to such defendants shall be pub- Page 424, made by MARIA GLAVAN, SCOTT PLAZA, ELIZABETH, NEW JER- review questions posed by Bidders. Atten- became effective on September 1, 2004. DEVISEES AND PERSONAL REPRE- lished in The Westfield Leader, a newspa- Collector of Taxes of PLAINFIELD, and SEY 07201 as the time and place when dance at the Pre-Bid Meeting is strongly Bidders are notified that they must com- SENTATIVES, AND THEIR OR ANY OF per circulating in Union County, at least State of New Jersey to US BANK CUST and where you may pay to the plaintiff the encouraged, but not mandatory. ply with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:31-1 THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE one time, not less than ten days prior to the FOR TOWER DBW and subsequently as- amount so found due for principal and Each bid shall be accompanied by the to 52:33-4, the statutes on the use of AND INTEREST; LOUISE BOOKER; date fixed for redemption by this Order; signed to plaintiff, US BANK CUST FOR interest on its certificate of tax sale as following: domestic materials on public work. GUSSIE MCGIRK, WIDOW, HER HEIRS, and TOWER DBW. This covers real estate follows: 1. The District requires that all Bidders Bidders are put on notice that the District DEVISEES AND PERSONAL REPRE- IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy located in PLAINFIELD, County of UNION, LOT 614W12 BLOCK 12 on the tax submit with their Bids an unconditional is an exempt organization under the provi- SENTATIVES, AND THEIR OR ANY OF of this Order or a Notice thereof be served and State of New Jersey, known as LOT 48 duplicate of ELIZABETH. Total amount certified check, cashier’s check, or bid sions of the New Jersey State Sales and THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE upon the defendants, whose addresses BLOCK 218 as shown on the Tax Assess- required to redeem tax sale certificate no. guarantee in an amount of ten percent Use Tax (N.J.S.A. 54:32B-1 et. seq.) and is AND INTEREST; BARBARA WOOD; are known, by mailing to each of them such ment Map and Tax Map duplicate of 06-00403 is $56,905.98, together with in- (10%) of the Bidder’s Base Bid, but not in not required to pay sales tax. MARVARA GREEN; DELORIES MCGIRK; a copy or notice not later than ten days PLAINFIELD. and concerns premises com- terest from October 31, 2013 and costs of excess of $20,000. Such bid guarantee Bidders are put on notice that they are CLEAVERN BROWN; STATE OF NEW prior to the date fixed for redemption of the monly known as 1404-12 BRADFORD $1,303.02. serves as a guarantee that, should a required to comply with all rules and regu- JERSEY; that plaintiff has produced be- lands and premises by this Order; and STREET, PLAINFIELD, New Jersey. And that unless, at the same time and Bidder’s bid be accepted, the Bidder will lations and orders promulgated by the fore this court tax sale certificate #1087, IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy YOU, NATIONAL LOAN RECOVERIES place, you or one of you redeem by paying execute and comply with the Contract. State Treasurer pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:5- certified to be a true copy, which certificate of this Order be delivered to the Tax Col- LLC A/K/A NATIONAL LOAN RECOVERY, the aforesaid sum so found due to plaintiff, Within ten (10) Days after delivery to the 31 et. seq. and with all provisions of N.J.S.A. is dated November 4, 2010, and is of lector of the Township of Scotch Plains, are made party defendant to the above then you, and each of you shall be de- District of a Contract executed by the se- 10:2-1 through 10:2-4 (Affirmative Action), record in the Union County Clerk’s Office and that said Tax Collector of the Town- foreclosure action because on March 10, barred and foreclosed of and from all right lected Bidder, together with all other items and N.J.A.C. 17:27. on December 30, 2010, in Book 13042 of ship of Scotch Plains certify to this Court 2009, a judgment was entered in the Su- and equity of redemption of, in and to the that may be required to be submitted there- All Bidders are put on notice that this Mortgages, page 759, which covers Block whether the premises were or were not perior Court of New Jersey, Union County, lands and premises above set out and with, the District shall return the Bid guar- project is subject to provisions of a NJSDA 7201, Lot 16 in the Township of Scotch redeemed from the plaintiff’s tax sale cer- by National Loan Recoveries against Annie described in the complaint and every part antee to each unsuccessful Bidder. (New Jersey Schools Development Au- Plains. Said certificate, has been marked tificate in accordance with the terms of this Lynn disclosing a debt in the amount of thereof, and that the plaintiff be vested with If the selected Bidder fails to execute the thority) ROD Grant Agreement as noted in Exhibit P-1 on the part of the plaintiff. More Order. $855.63, plus costs and interest. Said judg- an absolute and indefeasible estate of Contract or to provide all guarantees, in- the Project Manual. than two years have elapsed since the PAUL INNES, P.J. CH. ment was entered as Judgment. No. DJ- inheritance in fee simple in said lands and surance and other items required, the funds The District reserves the right to con- sale of said lands by the Township of Respectfully recommended 063269-2009. Said judgment is subordi- premises. represented by such Bidder’s Bid guaran- sider the Bids for sixty (60) days after Scotch Plains, and the lands have not R.1:34-6 Office of Foreclosure nate to the Plaintiff’s lien. National Loan Anything to the contrary notwithstand- tee shall be released to the District and receipt thereof, and further reserves the been redeemed from the tax sale; that KEITH A. BONCHI, ESQUIRE – KAB Recoveries LLC is a/k/a National Loan ing, redemption shall be permitted up until become and remain the property of the right to reject any and all Bids and to waive plaintiff has produced before this court its 032321983 Recovery. the entry of final judgment including the District. Delivery of the Bid guarantee con- any informalities in any Bid or Bids, and to Certification showing that there is due on GOLDENBERG, MACKLER, SAYEGH, DATED: March 27, 2014 whole of the last date upon which judg- stitutes the Agreement of the Bidder and make such awards as may be in the best said tax sale certificate, together with sub- MINTZ, PFEFFER, BONCHI & GILL Michelle M. Smith, Clerk ment is entered. the surety or other entity that issued the interest of the District. sequent taxes and interest, the sum of A Professional Corporation Superior Court of New Jersey Michael G. Pellegrino, Esq. Bid guarantee that such amount shall be By order of the Township of Scotch $20,621.50 as of November 30, 2013; and Attorneys At Law PELLEGRINO & FELDSTEIN, L.L.C. Attorney for Plaintiff released to the District in such event. Plains-Fanwood Board of Education, in IT IS on this 24th day of March, 2014, 660 New Road, Suite 1-A Denville Law Center PELLEGRINO & FELDSTEIN, L.L.C. All Bid guarantees must be issued by a the County of Union, New Jersey. ORDERED AND ADJUDGED that the Northfield, New Jersey 08225 290 Route 46 West 290 Route 46 West surety licensed to issue such guarantees Ms. Deborah Saridaki, amount required to redeem the premises (609) 646-0222 Denville, New Jersey 07834 Denville, New Jersey 07834 in the State and must be acceptable to the Business Administrator referred to in the aforementioned tax sale Attorneys for Plaintiff (973) 586-2300 (973) 586-2300 District and the Development Authority. 1 T - 4/3/14, The Times Fee: $158.10 certificate is the sum of $20,621.50, which 1 T - 4/3/14, The Leader Fee: $123.42 1 T - 4/3/14, The Leader Fee: $70.38 1 T - 4/3/14, The Leader Fee: $83.64 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 3, 2014 Page 19 NJWA Workshop Offers FW Poetry Reading Features Middle School Programs Maria Gillan, Laura Boss WESTFIELD - Summertime offers problem solving activities that include FANWOOD – The Carriage House ety of America’s Gordon Barber Po- a wonderful opportunity for middle exploration of power systems and com- Poetry Series invites the public to etry Contest and a recipient of three school students to pursue a variety of ponents, sequencing and control, pres- attend a poetry reading by Maria fellowships from the New Jersey State artistic and scientific endeavors, and sure, prototyping, kinetic and potential Mazziotti Gillan and Laura Boss on Council on the Arts. She has read at the New Jersey Workshop for the Arts energy. “Robotics-Renewable Energy” Tuesday, April 15. The free perfor- many venues in Europe and the United (NJWA) Summer Workshop provides gives students the opportunity to ex- mance will begin promptly at 8 p.m. States, including the Dylan Thomas a creative and enjoyable atmosphere in plore renewable energy sources and in the Kuran Arts Center on Watson Centre in Wales, the International which to explore these interests. Courses related concepts of supply, transfer, Road, off North Martine Avenue, Struga Poetry Readings in Yugosla- in the fine arts, engineering, robotics, accumulation, conversion and con- adjacent to Fanwood Borough Hall. via, the Folger Shakespeare Library science, dance and music are taught by sumption. (GPS use 75 N. Martine Avenue). in Washington DC, the United Na- certified teachers, experienced perform- Programming skills will be put to the Maria Gillan won the 2008 Ameri- tions, Princeton University and the ers and professional artists. test with building challenges that in- can Book Award for “All That Lies Geraldine R. Dodge Poetry Festival. Instruction focuses on an authentic, clude model power plants, wind tur- Between Us” (Guernica Editions). Laura is a long-time Dodge Poet- student-centered process that promotes bines and dams. Both of these courses She is the Founder and Executive in-the-Schools and the author of sev- and supports individuality and creativ- utilize the LEGO Education curricu- Director of the Poetry Center at eral books of poetry, including “Arms: ity. Participants in the Summer Work- lum, known for promoting universal Passaic County Community College New and Selected Poems” (1999) shop program will be challenged to skills such as higher-order thinking, in Paterson; editor of the award-win- and her newest, “Flashlight” develop new skills and explore new teamwork and cooperative learning. ning Paterson Literary Review; Di- (Guernica Editions). As a visiting areas of knowledge. Personal expres- The NJWA Summer Workshop also rector of the Creative Writing Program artist and mentor to young poets, she sion is encouraged and fostered in the offers “Amped Up!” for those students and Professor of Poetry at Binghamton has been a familiar figure on the NJWA Summer Workshop art curricu- interested in electric guitar. Basic gui- University (State University of New Northeast poetry scene for decades. lum. tar fingering, chord progressions and York). Laura has been on National Public Courses include: “Art of the Past,” an strums are introduced and incorporated Ms. Gillan has published 16 books, Radio and her poems have been in the exploration of materials, techniques into popular repertoire. including “The Weather of Old Sea- New York Times and other noted and styles featured in the most signifi- “Jazz and Hip-Hop” provides a high- sons” (Cross-Cultural Communica- publications. Founder of LIPS maga- cant periods of art history; “Art of the energy dance opportunity that also in- tions), and “Things My Mother Told zine in 1981, she continues to edit Future” examines unusual and edgy cludes an introduction to the genre of Me,” “Italian Women in Black Dresses,” and publish the biannual poetry jour- artistic concepts while utilizing mate- modern dance. This is an ideal class for and “What We Pass On: Collected Po- nal from her home in Guttenberg. rials that range from spray paint to those students with little or no dance ems” (all from Guernica Editions). Her The Carriage House Poetry Series metal to create that futuristic piece of experience. most recent books are “The Place I Call is in its 16th year at the Kuran Arts art; “Edible Art” employs food as a Additional programming is avail- Home” (NYQ Books) and “Writing Center, an historic Gothic Revival texturally distinctive and colorful ar- able for students in grades K-8. This Poetry to Save Your Life: How to Find structure that was once a 19th cen- tistic medium in which to create whim- program will be held at Roosevelt In- the Courage to Tell Your Stories” tury carriage house. The April 15 sical and unforgettable sculptures; termediate School in Westfield and runs (MiroLand/Guernica). With her daugh- reading is free and open to the public. “Sculpting in Clay” is a hands-on ex- from July 7 - 25. Full program informa- RITES OF SPRING…Gail Winbury of Westfield was accepted into the Ellarslie ter, Jennifer, she is co-editor of four An open mic reading will follow the ploration into the world of clay as a tion is available at Open XXXI to be held in Trenton City Museum. The juried exhibit will be on anthologies, including “Growing Up featured performance. kinetic sculpture, from initial design njwasummerworkshop.com. display from Saturday, May 3, through Sunday, June 22. The opening reception Ethnic in America” (Penguin/Putnam) For more information call (908) to final glazing. For additional information, call (908) will be held on May 3, from 6-9 p.m. Pictured is “Rites of Spring.” and “Italian-American Writers on New 889-7223 or (908) 889-5298. Sophisticated course offerings in 518-1551 or email Jersey” (Rutgers). For online directions and informa- the area of physics, robotics and engi- [email protected]. Woodbridge native Laura Boss is a tion, visit neering offer a learning expe- first prize winner in the Poetry Soci- carriagehousepoetryseries.blogspot.com/ rience that is both collabora- FDU Announces Launch Of tive and individual. Creative reasoning and critical think- Broadway Star Visits NJ ing drive this hands-on cur- New Series At NJPAC riculum. Courses include; “Physical New Jersey Speakers Series Debuts Youth Theatre Classes Science,” where students will October 9 with Madeleine Albright ROSELLE PARK — Once a year, April 6, from 1 to 6 p.m. and on build, operate and analyze NEWARK – Fairleigh Dickinson ing its research and development. In New Jersey Youth Theatre (NJYT) Saturday, April 12, from 10 a.m.- to electrical circuits, detect static University has announced the line-up 2000, Wozniak was inducted into the Artistic Director Cynthia Meryl in- 3:30 p.m. both at the Audio Inc./ charge and compare static and of speakers for the inaugural 2014- Inventors Hall of Fame. vites professional artists from New NJYT Studios at 172 Westfield Ave current electricity. Students 2015 season of the New Jersey Speak- Named one of America’s 10 Best York and successful NJYT alumni West, in Roselle Park. Performers will also have the opportunity ers Series at the New Jersey Perform- Senators by Time magazine in 2006, to observe classes and evaluate stu- are asked to prepare a song by to investigate the phenomenon ing Arts Center. Modeled after similar, Olympia Snowe became widely dents. Rodgers and Hammerstein, bring of color and light through the sold-out series in Philadelphia and known for her ability to influence the Last week was evaluation week. sheet music in the correct key, as use of prisms as well as ac- Boston, the New Jersey Speakers Se- outcome of close votes in the U.S. Okieriete (Oak) Oneodowan, a vet- well as a headshot and resume. tively separate and blend pig- ries will bring world leaders, acclaimed Senate. She was the youngest Repub- eran of NJYT productions such as An open call for trained ballet ments using various scientific SUMMER FUN…Middle school students who authors and other fascinating person- lican woman elected to the U.S. Con- Guys and Dolls and Midnight Mad- dancers will be held on Saturday, processes. attend the 2014 NJWA Summer Workshop will alities to the New Jersey Performing gress and is also the first woman to ness, star of Luce at Lincoln Center April 12, from 3:30 to 5 p.m., and “Engineering-Pneumatics” have many opportunities to select from among Arts Center in Newark for seven Thurs- have served in both houses of a state and currently a performer in Rocky orchestra auditions for young mu- introduces the basics of pneu- courses in the fine arts, engineering, robotics, day evening presentations, each of legislature and both houses of the at the Winter Garden Theatre, sicians will be held on Sunday, April matics as students engage in science, dance and music. which is followed by an audience Q & U.S. Congress. dropped in on the New Jersey 6, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m., both at the A with the featured speakers. The se- David Gergen served as a presi- Youth’s Theatre’s advanced acting studio. ries is sold by subscription only and dential advisor during the adminis- class to watch and critique the young Musicians are asked to prepare a tickets to individual lectures will not be trations of Richard Nixon, Gerald actors. After first pointing out their piece of music that shows their high- POPCORN available. Ford, Ronald Reagan and Bill Clinton. strong points, he talked about the est level of proficiency. The New Jersey Speakers Series Now a senior political analyst for importance of being prepared for NJYT will present Oklahoma! “Muppets Most Wanted” announced the following schedule for CNN and a professor at the Harvard class, auditions, and rehearsal, and from July 17 – 27, at the Algonquin the new series: former U.S. Secretary Kennedy School, his election team learning how to focus immediately Arts Theatre in Manasquan, and More or Less of State Madeleine K. Albright - Octo- coverage has twice won the Peabody and to discipline oneself to do home- from August 1 – 10 at the Morris 2 and ½ popcorns ber 9; award-winning actor Alan Alda Award, once with the MacNeil/Lehrer work and character study. Museum Bickford Theatre in - October 30; Apple co-founder Steve Report and once with CNN. Oak was delighted to come to the Morristown. Rehearsals are in One Popcorn, Poor — Two Popcorns, Fair — Three Popcorns, Good — Four Popcorns, Excellent Wozniak - November 20; former U.S. David McCullough is the ac- class and give advice to the stu- Westfield. Senator Olympia Snowe - January 8; claimed author of “Truman,” “John dents. He provided students with For over 23 years, New Jersey By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER reason for wanting to keep Kermit un- former Presidential advisor and cur- Adams,” and most recently, “The examples of what he has learned in Youth Theatre (NJYT) has offered Film Critic der lock and key. Mr. Gervais, whose rent CNN political commentator Greater Journey.” This two-time win- his acting career, what provided the professional-level performing arts Director James Bobin, entrusted with formidable evildoer must endure David Gergen - February 19, 2015; ner of the Pulitzer Prize and the Na- circumstances for his “big break,” classes and the only free summer bringing “Muppets Most Wanted” to Constantine’s incessant reminders of Pulitzer Prize winning author David tional Book Award has been called a and how he was able to recognize production program of its kind to the silver screen, dives into the toy box his secondary status, is a properly McCullough - March 19, 2015 and “national treasure.” A gifted story- his “break” when faced with it. the young talent of New Jersey. of things Muppets and dexterously as- cartoonish, uh, bad guy. former CBS Evening News anchor teller, he has narrated several PBS Also evaluating the class was vet- sembles all the parts that comprise the Naturally, the perennially enigmatic Dan Rather -April 23, 2015. documentaries, including “The Civil eran screen writer, Broadway ac- famed franchise, except for one. Miss- courtship between Miss Piggy and “Fairleigh Dickinson University is War” and “Napoleon,” and the mo- tress, former casting agent, and Young Artists Exhibit ing from this eighth feature film, as Kermit again takes its hallowed place proud to present the New Jersey tion picture “Seabiscuit.” Emmy winner Vicki Patik. Ms. Patik Miss Piggy may be wont to emote in as the sub-plot. Here, in a comic Speakers Series, an outstanding op- Dan Rather anchored the CBS wrote Do You Remember Love? for At Les Malamut her best French, is the joie de vivre, the switcheroo, Miss Piggy would be ad- portunity for our students – and the Evening News for 24 years, from which she won “Best TV Movie” in UNION — The Les Malamut Art je ne sais quoi. Or, as Kermit might vised to be careful what she wishes for. Greater New Jersey community – to 1981 to 2005. During this time, he 1985. Ms. Patik was able to give the Gallery in the Union Public Library plainly croak, it just doesn’t fly off the In a fever pitch to lasso the green one, benefit from the perspectives of na- also contributed to CBS’s “60 Min- students a perspective from the other will host an exhibit of the artistic fat end of the bat. she discounts her inamorato’s sudden tional and world leaders, authors, his- utes.” Mr. Rather is now the manag- side of the camera – what casting efforts of students of Art Teacher Leslie While entertaining via the inside and uncharacteristic zeal to wed. The torians, humanitarians and other in- ing editor and anchor of the cable directors look for, what works and Jenkins, who has been teaching art in jokes that generate from the convivial masquerading Constantine has his ul- fluential individuals,” said Sheldon television news magazine, “Dan what does not work at an audition, the Union Public School system for 20 familiarity, it’s basically old home week. terior motives. Drucker, president of Fairleigh Rather Reports.” In 2012, he released and the simple details which will years. The inherent irony is that, essentially a Our trepidation in light of these per- Dickinson University. “As a univer- his bestseller, “Rather Outspoken,” make or break a part in a film. “Be Annually, the Les Malamut Gallery sequel to “The Muppets” (2011), the fidious circumstances reminded me of sity devoted to preparing world citi- his book on his life and the state of sure your hair is always off and presents the mixed media show of gang begins the follow-up in a quan- “Winky Dink and You,” a TV show that zens through global education, we journalism today. away from your face or your scene Hannah Caldwell and Livingston stu- dary: What to do next? Failing to an- aired two or three generations ago. believe this new Series, which ex- Presented by Fairleigh Dickinson will be undoubtedly be cut by the dents ranging from kindergarten to fifth swer that dilemma with a satisfying Employing erasable crayons and a clear tends the walls of academe into the University, the New Jersey Speakers editor,” Ms. Patik said. grade. burst of new energy, the script embarks vinyl film that fit over the screen, the community, is a perfect match with Series is sponsored by the New Jer- “I feel it is important that the The exhibit will contain both two on a self-consciously pieced together plots encouraged tykes to help out our mission and commitment to com- sey Performing Arts Center, WCBS students get perspectives on their and three dimensional artwork, includ- crime caper that doubtlessly played Winky by, for example, drawing a munity leadership.” News radio, and The Star-Ledger work that probably will differ than ing drawings, paintings, pottery and much better on paper. bridge to make safe his path, and hence “The New Jersey Performing Arts powering NJ.com. those of their instructors,” Ms. fiber. Still, if little Tyler or Brittany is show- essentially serve as his deus ex machina. Center is honored to be chosen as the The New Jersey Speakers Series is Meryl said. “The professional ac- An opening reception is planned for ing an early interest in international Here, bereft of such tools, we can but home for this new Series which is sold by subscription only. Subscrip- tors and teacher present the stu- Saturday, May 10, from 10 a.m. until affairs, this colorful, travelogue–like clamor warnings from the fourth wall. clearly positioned as an integral com- tion prices range from $245 to $475. dents with slants on their scenes 12 noon. The reception and show are traipse across Europe as the Muppets But then that’s part of the humor…the ponent of the cultural vibrancy of our (Prices are for tickets to all seven and characters that they otherwise free and open to the public during become unwitting camouflage for the conceit that we, but not they, can dis- State,” added John Schreiber, presi- lectures.) might never have realized.” regular library hours. world’s 1 criminal, could be a further cern such an obvious charade. Too bad dent and CEO of NJPAC. “The New For tickets or information, visit The students left their classes last Les Malamut Art Gallery is located inspiring primer. Then again, since the script, which is more intelligently Jersey Speakers Series is a perfect www.NJSpeakersSeries.org, or call week with a better sense of theatre on the lower level of the Union Public much of the action takes place in a droll than out-and-out funny, can’t bet- complement to NJPAC’s existing pro- (888) MY-NJPAC or (888) 696-5722. business and technique and were Library, 1980 Morris Avenue and is Russian gulag, one has to decide if ter support the mistaken identity blue- gramming, providing an opportunity grateful for the opportunity to mingle handicapped accessible. prison satire is appropriate for their print. for New Jersey’s citizens to learn Plainfield Musical Club with real professionals and veterans For more information call (908) offspring. Nevertheless, not wishing to appear from these exceptional leaders. The of the acting world. 851-5450 or visit The grand deceit begins when the the Grinch, I must note there are a few Series serves as another important Holds Concert Cast auditions for NJYT’s sum- lesmalamutartgallery.wordpress.com. career-confused Muppets are visited effervescently redeeming moments. conversation event happening at PLAINFIELD — “Impressionism mer production of Oklahoma are by Ricky Gervais’s Dominic Badguy, One bona fide hoot, after Kermit is NJPAC.” Revisited” will be the theme of the on Saturday, April 5, from 1-5 p.m. who presents himself as an artistic coerced to produce a musical review in The first woman to serve as U.S. Plainfield Musical Club’s annual Spring at the Algonquin Arts Theatre, 173 www.goleader.com manager extraordinaire. Informing his the gulag, features Ray Liotta as the Secretary of State, Madeleine K. Concert, which is open to the public Main Street in Manasquan; Sunday last name is French, and pronounced prisoner Big Papa leading his cohorts Albright earlier served as the U.S. and will be held Sunday, April 13, at 3 Badgee, he suggests that a world tour in a rendition of “I Need This Job” from Ambassador to the United Nations. p.m. in the Crescent Avenue Presbyte- would revivify the Muppets’s showbiz “A Chorus Line.” Born in Prague, her family fled the rian Church, 716 Watchung Avenue in fortunes. Kermit is skeptical but, see- Unfortunately, while I specifically Nazi invasion during WWII, and later Plainfield. ing how the troupe is won over by the viewed this kiddy flick in early after- the Communists, before settling in Twelve musicians, both club mem- charismatic Badguy’s promise of re- noon so that I might immerse in the Denver. A Presidential Medal of Free- bers and guests, will present a program newed glory, he accedes. social contagion of the target audience, dom recipient, Ms. Albright currently featuring the music of Claude Debussy, Badguy, you see, is but the point man nary a rug rat, adolescent or moppet serves as a professor at Georgetown Maurice Ravel, Charles Tomlinson for the evil machinations of Constantine, was in attendance. Oddly, it was the University. Griffiths, Alexander Scriabin, Ottorino a dead-ringer for Kermit who escapes same case two weeks ago when I saw From Hawkeye Pierce on Respighi, Gabriel Faure, Cyril Scott, from the aforementioned Siberian “Mr. Peabody and Sherman.” I fear the M*A*S*H to Arnold Vinick on The and Salem Palmgren. The selections prison camp, facilitates Kermit’s incar- Pied Piper’s schedule is conflicting with West Wing, Alan Alda has been a will include music for piano, piano ceration there, and takes the showman’s mine. staple on American television for four-hands, voice, flute, violin, clari- place. Never mind his Russian accent, Thus the veracity of this review solely more than four decades. He earned net, and cello. Constantine tells the gang. He merely hinges on my ability to confer with the 32 Emmy nominations and six Emmy Proceeds from this concert will be has a cold…for the entire film. Such 10-year-old me who, by his own ba- and Golden Globe Awards. Well used to augment the Club’s Scholar- wryly cute rationalizations and con- rometer of movie analysis, confesses a known for California Suite, The Four ship Fund, which each year awards trivances, essentially winking stage greater interest in the concession stand’s Seasons and other movies, he also scholarships to talented high school whispers, often bring a smile, perhaps popcorn, Goobers™ and Sno-Caps™ was nominated for an Academy seniors who plan to pursue a career in a titter or a full-fledged laugh, but rarely than in “Muppets Most Wanted.” Award for The Aviator. music. Two previous scholarship win- a guffaw. … Called one of “Silicon Valley’s most ners, cellist Alex Wilson of Westfield While cameos by movie celebrities “Muppets Most Wanted,” rated PG, creative engineers,” Steve Wozniak and flutist Susan Graham of Fanwood, have long been a Muppets staple, in is a Walt Disney Studios Motion Pic- single-handedly invented the early will participate in the program. BUDDING ARTISTS...The Les Malamut Art Gallery in the Union Public Library this permutation the best lines are re- tures release directed by James Bobin Apple computers, contributing sig- Tickets at $20 ($15 for seniors and will host an exhibit of the artistic efforts of students of Art Teacher Leslie Jenkins, served for said humans. Tina Fey steals and stars Tina Fey, Ricky Gervais and nificantly to the microcomputer revo- students) may be purchased at the door. who has been teaching art in the Union Public School system for 20 years. An the show as Nadya, the prison com- the voice of Steve Whitmire. Running lution that followed. With Steve Jobs, Handicap facilities are available at the opening reception is planned for Saturday, May 10, from 10 a.m. until 12 noon. The mandant who has her very own secret time: 107 minutes he founded Apple Computers, lead- church. reception and show are free and open to the public during regular library hours. Page 20 Thursday, April 3, 2014 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Town Book Store Hosts Author Lisa Bleich WESTFIELD — The Town Book Store is hosting a Meet and Greet for Lisa Bleich, author of “Surviving the College Application Process” on Sat- urday, April 5, from 2 – 4 p.m. Does the college application process overwhelm you? Unsure about the topic for your main essay or which school is Oratorio Singers’ ‘St. Augustine’ the right fit? “Surviving the College Application Process: Case Studies to Help You Find Your Unique Angle for Paves Road to Redemption Success” is organized so you can find profiles of students who resemble pieces By ERIC NIERSTEDT The singers themselves brought was a short intermission before a of yourself. Read all of the case studies, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times powerful choir voices to the piece performance of Mozart’s “Grand or just those that resonate with your WESTFIELD — On March 30, alternating between dark tones and Mass In C Minor,” which added own circumstances. Westfield’s Oratorio Singers gath- gentle undercurrents. The soloists second soprano Maureen Francis. With the strategies outlined, you MEET THE CAST...Cranford Dramatic Club (CDC) Children’s production of ered in the First United Methodist were also impressive, each bring- While still musically strong, the will be well on your way to surviving Dear Edwina returns for three performances to CDC Theatre on Friday, April 11, Church in Westfield to perform a ing strong voices to the characters piece unfortunately suffered the college application process. at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, April 12, at noon and 3 p.m. The audience is invited classic Mozart mass, and to debut a of Augustine (tenor Rufus Muller), slightly due to its placement. While Lisa Bleich, founder and president to have milk and cookies with the cast after each show and learn how to “Sing new composition, “Saint August- his devoted mother (soprano Rachel expertly performed, the Mass was of College Bound Mentor, LLC, men- Your Own Song” with Edwina and her friends. ine,” a cantata composed by long- Rosales), and the priest (bass Kevin also in Latin, which was somewhat tors students from all over the world on time Oratorio Musical Director Maynor) that helped him find sal- harder to follow after the English the college application process, help- Trent Johnson. vation. performance. Still, the piece was ing them uncover their strengths and Enjoy Milk and Cookies “I decided to do this both as an It also helped that Mr. Johnson impressive vocally and instrumen- develop a personal plan for success. experiment in vocal direction, and wrote his story in English, which tally. Lisa holds a BA in European cultural because there isn’t really a major allowed the modern audience to bet- It was also unique for patrons studies and French from Brandeis Uni- With Cast of Dear Edwina piece on Augustine,” said Mr. ter grasp the story being told. unfamiliar with these classic versity and an MBA from Harvard CRANFORD — Cranford Dra- General admission tickets are $12 Johnson. “His story is about being Mr. Johnson’s music was also a masses, as the programs gave tran- Business School. She lives in Westfield matic Club (CDC) Children’s pro- and may be purchased at the door. a sinner and all the mistakes he strong factor, as his words fit with scriptions in both Latin and En- with her husband and three daughters; duction of Dear Edwina returns for For more information visit made, yet he still redeemed himself the story progression. The bassoons glish. In doing so, it showed how two of them have successfully survived three performances to CDC Theatre www.cdctheatre.org. CDC Theatre is at the end. It is a message that I emphasized the darkness of much of these classic masses has the college application process! on Friday, April 11, at 7:30 p.m. and at 78 Winans Avenue in Cranford. think is important for people to Augustine’s lament, while the tone survived into the modern day. Meet Lisa Bleich at The Town Book Saturday, April 12, at noon and 3 Funding for this production has hear.” brightened afterwards as he thanked Mr. Johnson, who has performed Store located at 270 East Broad Street p.m. been made possible in part by the Mr. Johnson spent seven months his mother for always supporting with the Oratorio Singers for 20 in Westfield (corner of East Broad and The star of her own show, Edwina New Jersey State Council of the Arts, composing his work and studying him (an impressive switch in only years, stated that he would be inter- Elmer Streets). If you are unable to Spoonapple, invites the audience to Department of State, a partner agency Augustine’s confessions. That hard two movements). Mr. Johnson even ested in composing another piece, attend this event, feel free to call The have cookies and milk with the cast of the National Endowment of the work was in evidence on Sunday, as added a slight marching beat when provided he can find the right sub- Town Book Store at (908) 233-3535 to after each show. Learn how to “Sing Arts, through a grant administered the Oratorio Singers brought it to Augustine announced his journey ject. reserve an autographed copy of Sur- Your Own Song” with Edwina and by the Union County Office of Cul- life with a full orchestra and solo- to redemption. Given the strength of his first viving the College Application Pro- her friends. tural and Heritage Affairs. ists behind them. After debuting the cantata, there cantata, it would be time well spent. cess. ‘Do It Yourself Picture Framing’ at WAA Meeting WESTFIELD – On Sunday, April Art in New York City. 13, the Westfield Art Association During this time, she continued cus- (WAA) will host Stefanie Lalor, owner tom picture framing. Inspired by the of The Artist Framer in Cranford, who work of many artists that she frames will present “Do It Yourself Picture and shows at The Artist Framer, Ste- Framing.” The presentation will intro- fanie also enjoys oil painting portraits duce the various components involved and plein air. in picture framing. The Artist Framer was established in A basic understanding of the artistry 1999. It offers custom framing, photo of choosing a framing design, picture restoration, art installation and classes/ framing equipment and the various tech- workshops in painting and drawing. niques for matting, mounting and glaz- This presentation will take place from ing will be discussed. 1 – 4 p.m. at the Community Room of Born in Westfield, Stefanie gradu- the Westfield Municipal Building, 425 ated from Westfield High School, Class East Broad Street, Westfield. The Com- of 1988. She received her bachelors munity Room is handicapped-acces- ADVICE FROM A STAR…Broadway’s Okieriete (Oak) Oneodowan, a vet- from the University of Pittsburgh in sible and the presentation is open to the eran of the New Jersey Youth Theatre (NJYT), visits the NJYT studio recently 1994. Her concentration was on studio public. WAA members – no charge. A during evaluation week. Pictured, front row, left to right, are: Erica Morreale, Eric Nierstedt for The Westfield Leader and The Times Alyssa Kempinsky and Cynthia Meryl. Pictured, on bench are: Shabazz Green, MOZART MASS...The Oratorio Singers perform a classic Mozart mass, and arts and art history. She received her $10 donation at the door is requested Adam Biner, Vicki Patik and Oak. Pictured standing are: Chris Centinarro, Tess debut a new composition, “Saint Augustine,” a cantata composed by longtime Masters of Fine Arts in 1997 from The from each non-member. For additional McGuinness, Veronica Walton, Isabella Gelfand, Brigid Coughlin, Jesse Zimmerman Oratorio Musical Director Trent Johnson performed at the First United Meth- Graduate School of Figurative Art, also information on the WAA, visit and Ryan Soldati. Picuted, back row, are: Greta Crandall, Amy Duelly, Madi odist Church in Westfield on March 30. known as The New York Academy of www.westfieldartassociation.org. 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Page S-1 Thursday, April 3, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary SENIORS ALEX BALLAS, CAMERON KUTZER, WILLS ROMAN, BRENDAN HALPIN RETURN Cougar Boy Laxers Expected to Be Strongest at Midfield

By DAVID B. CORBIN Senior Alex Ballas is the only for him to have a similar season, about, especially members of the Nick Colucci, and sophomore Rich Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times returning starter in the attack obviously better. I want him to ice hockey team. Hurley. Graduation has depleted the position and he is expected to not only score but make those “We have a lot of kids, who play The all new defense consists of attack and defensive positions, lead by example. younger guys around him bet- tougher sports. We got a couple senior Kyle LaFronz, junior Ryan but this year’s Cranford High “We are looking for Alex Ballas, ter,” Coach Reinoso said. of footballs, a couple of wrestlers Shupp, who started some games School boys lacrosse team is ex- who posted some really good Although young and somewhat and a lot of hockey players. Our in goal last year, and sophomore pected to rely heavily on its strong numbers last year. I am looking inexperienced at the varsity la- attack is all hockey players. Hope- Mike Kleiman. Junior Dan Fay is group of returning midfielders the long stick middie. and the talent of its three-year “The defense is young. The only starting goalkeeper. Story on page 15 long stick that we return is Dan The Cougars have four return- of The Westfield Leader Fay, who had a real good pre- ing starters in the midfield with season. He looks sharp, he’s quick seniors Cameron Kutzer and and he controls possession well. Brendan Halpin, and junior twins The down ‘D’ is inexperienced as Luke and Mark Christiano. They far as returning players, but will also get some help with jun- they’ve done a good job as far as ior Mike Palumbo and freshman developing and understanding Connor Fitch. what we are doing,” Coach “It’s the most depth we’ve had Reinoso said. in a while, probably since [20]09. Three-year starter Wills Roman I am really pleased with the re- will be an asset to the team with turning players. Not only is there his vast experience and talent. some depth, we have experi- “Obviously, it’s really good for ence. Brendan has improved his us on defense. It’s the most ex- game immensely over the past perience we’ve had on goal for two years. We are looking to six years, seven years. We are good things from him, utilizing looking for Wills to have a strong his speed and abilities. His shot season as well as being the quar- has gotten a lot better. Luke and terback and leader back there,” Mark had outstanding sophomore Coach Reinoso said. seasons. They’ve worked hard all The Cougars select no team summer. They are multi-sport captains but offer a different way athletes with experience from of providing the leadership. their other sports that they excel “We have game captains. From at. They’ve also developed lead- game-to-game we rotate based ership,” said Cougar Head Coach on performance and leadership,” Al Reinoso, who added, “We’ve Coach Reinoso said had a really nice surprise in fresh- The Cougars got off to a good man Connor Fitch and junior Mike start, winning their season Palumbo have rounded out, so opener over Edison, 10-0, on we have two solid lines.” March 26. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times “We are a work in progress. RETURNING COUGAR SENIORS...Pictured, left to right, are: attacker Alex Ballas, midfielder Cameron Kutzer, We’ve gotten better with each of Probitas Verus Honos the scrimmages. Yesterday, we goalkeeper Wills Roman and midfielder Brendan Halpin. To subscribe – goleader.com/subscribe started our season with a win. We saw a lot of good things. The See & Subscribe at crosse level, the Cougars are fully, they will be able to stand up team knows our strengths and BallyhooBallyhoo goleader.com/ballyhoo loaded with multi-sport athletes with the punishment that comes weaknesses and we are commit- who know what contact is all with that position,” Coach ted to improve. We know that if Submit commentary and items for publishing. Reinoso said. we continue to do that, we should Email to [email protected] l'ennemi du journaliste Rounding out the attack force be able to have a successful sea- will be juniors Mark Pawlick and son,” Coach Reinoso said. Page S-2 Thursday, April 3, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary MURRAY, DiGIOVANNI, CAPPELLO QUALIFIED FOR NJSIAA TOURNEY AT ATLANTIC CITY Freshmen Additive Helped Cougar Matmen Finish 16-5 By DAVID B. CORBIN titles at 138-lbs and remained the District 11 finals to claim the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times unbeaten until he placed second 120-lb title and the Outstanding Four particularly talented fresh- in the NJSIAA Tournament to Wrestler Award. He went on to men added to three tough sopho- finish 40-1, upping his career finish 28-7. Cougars Have High Hopes mores, a super junior and three record to 105-13 with 57 career Freshman Anthony Capece seniors paved the way for a 16-5 pins. placed second in the UCT at 106- dual meet record for the Cranford Freshman Tom DiGiovanni de- lbs, second in the district and High School wrestling team and manded immediate recognition finished with a 28-13 record. For Success in Softball opened the door widely for a very when he won the UCT title at Freshman Brian McGovern, who promising future. 113-lbs. He followed up with a placed third in the UCT at 132- Prepared By DAVID B. CORBIN and freshman Jillian Skalski could That added depth also helped District 11 title and placed third lbs, won the district title and Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times get time behind the plate. Junior the Cougars place second in the at Region 3 to qualify for AC finished 23-15, Senior leadership may lead this Vienna Stivala could play sec- Union County Tournament, seize where he won his first bout and Senior Corey Birch placed third year’s Cranford High School soft- ond base or in the outfield. the District 11 crown and ad- finished with a 34-7 record. in the district at 152-lbs and ball team to a successful sea- “The talent is there and expec- vance to the North Jersey, Group Sophomore Niko Cappello finished 21-17. Senior heavy- son. Of the six seniors, four were tations are high for these girls, 3, Section 2 semifinals. Addition- placed second in the UCT at 160- weight Jon ElKhoury placed third in the starting lineup last year but they continuously need to ally, one freshman, one sopho- lbs, claimed a District 11 title and in the UCT and the district and and all seven have intended to step up to the challenge,” Coach more and one junior qualified for placed third in the region to finished 25-13. Senior Mike Pas- lead by example. Becker said. the NJSIAA Tournament in Atlan- qualify for AC where he won two tor placed third in the district and “Collectively, the seniors are Presently, Harvan and tic City (AC). bouts and finished 31-9. finished 12-20. displaying tremendous leader- Wetherell may share time on the Junior Gavin Murray won the Freshman Chris Scorese pulled Junior Nick Ballas blossomed ship and setting the tone for a mound. UCT, District 11 and Region 3 off a spectacular performance in well at the end of the season to very successful season. Their “We have two very capable place third in the dis- level of hard work, commitment, pitchers whose strengths com- trict at 182-lbs and and enthusiasm about the up- pliment each other well. At this sophomore Chris coming season is evident at ev- stage, I foresee them splitting Kiame competed at ery practice. The seniors have time based on how those 170-lbs. Sophomore been charged with high expec- strengths can best be used Dave Busch placed sec- tations from the coaches and against each opponent,” Coach ond in the UCT at 126- they consistently meet or ex- Becker said. lbs and finished 16-18. ceed them on and off the field,” Although things may change Sophomore Andrew said Sarah Becker, in her first as the season progresses, the Tompkins placed third year as Cougar Head Coach. possible starting lineup could be: in the district at 145- Of the four returning starters, 1 Casale, 2. Shore, 3. lbs and finished 21-16. Kerry Wischusen will play Wishchusen, 4. Verrilli, 5. McKay, “As for the season, I leftfield, Allison Verrilli will be at 6. Durant, 7. Salinardo, 8. was happy with reach- shortstop, Maggie McKay will Harvan, 9. Ferretti or Skalski. ing the goals that we play first base and Jessica Casale “Overall there is excitement set out to accomplish, will cover centerfield. Senior among the team and coaches for but you can never be Emily Harvan is expected to a successful season. They are all satisfied. Doing what spend time on the mound, and hitting the ball well and are solid we did this year with senior Katie Waldner will see defensively. The team is ex- such a young lineup and time at first base. tremely coachable, maintaining a vacant weight class Junior Julia Salinardo, who a positive attitude, and working speaks volumes on how started in right field last year, well together developing a great hard these boys work. will remain at that position. chemistry,” Coach Becker said. This team has been Sophomore Morgan Ferretti was The Cougars were to be put to such a fun group to behind the plate last year and the test early when they hosted coach and I look for- will do so this season. Sopho- Westfield, the defending Union ward to many more mores Jennifer Shore and County Tournament champions, successful seasons and Candice Durant will play second on April 1. The Cougars will travel David B. Corbin (NJSIAA Tournament in March) for The Westfield Leader and The Times base and third base, respec- to Clark tomorrow, Friday, April GOING BIG AT A.C....Cougar Gavin Murray placed second in the NJSIAA tournament at memories with them,” Cougar Head Coach Pat tively. Junior Theresa Wetherell 4, to face the A.L. Johnson Cru- Atlantic City at 138-lbs. Murray was also named Union County Wrestler of the Year. Gorman said. will see some time on the mound, saders at 4:00 p.m. Page S-3 Thursday, April 3, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary SENIORS TROTTER LED TEAM IN SCORING, OBLACHINSKI LED COUGARS IN REBOUNDS Cougar Boys Battled Every Game, Finish 11-13 in Hoops By DAVID B. CORBIN Coach Ryan Huber said. December 27 in Cranford when McCaffrey, another three-sport Next year, the Cougars will look Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times The 11-13 Cougars were on the Trotter grabbed a rebound, athlete, totaled 197 points and again for multi-sport athletes to Multi-sport athletes headed this burning side of a one-point dribbled the length of the floor had a high game of 25 points, lead the charge. year’s Cranford High School boys scorcher in their season opening and slipped in a lay-up at the including three 3-pointers, “We only return one starter in basketball team that was not only game against Westfield in buzzer to give the Cougars an against Governor Livingston. He Luke Christiano, but return sev- competitive all season but also Westfield. However, that loss was 86-85 victory over the Marlboro also had a 22-point game against eral others who played this year. was involved in several scorch- avenged in a big way when the Mustangs in quadruple overtime. Scotch Plains-Fanwood. Multi- Eric Donahue, David Fonseca. ers that will be talked about for Cougars, playing possibly their Trotter, a three-sport athlete, sport athlete Luke Christiano Albert Gargiulo, Joe Norton, Jack some time. best game of the season, smoth- not only displayed his athleticism netted 210 points and had his Schetelich, Kevin Trotter, Steve “In Cranford we encourage ered the Blue Devils, 61-47, at with steals, rebounding and as- highest score of 21 points in the Wills and Hunter Remley are all multi-sport athletes. This is re- the Investors Games at Kean sists, but he also operated on a marathon against Marlboro. returning letter winners we will ally a special place where all the University in Union. “big bang” theory when it came “This team was a pleasure to need to put in work in the off coaches work together to make In that game, senior guard to most of his scoring. Trotter, coach. They battled every game. season. Also we have a number sure that we share all the kids, Tommy Trotter hit for 26 points, who led the team with an aver- Anyone who follows basketball of kids, who played JV, who we but more importantly still allow including four 3-pointers. But the age of 13.4 points per game — knows just how good Union are looking for to step up and them to be kids,” Cougar Head game to remember occurred on ppg — (approximately 309 County basketball is and these play varsity next year. Next year points), banged kids stepped up and battled ev- too will be unique in that we will in 41 3-pointers ery game. We will miss, Tommy, not have a primary scorer, but Wrap-up Story on page 16 of The Westfield Leader and hit his high Johnny, Jack, Cameron, Mike, rather nine to 12 kids who will in that category Steve and Brian [Bruns], but I play every game,” Coach Huber when he hit five think they have really laid a great said. 3-pointers, while foundation for our younger kids bucketing 26 in terms of showing them what it points against takes to be successful,” Coach Probitas Verus Honos St. Mary’s. Huber said. Senior John Oblachinski, also a three-sport athlete who signed to play football at Georgetown, av- eraged 9.8 ppg (approximately 210) led the team with 7.5 re- bounds per game. Senior Mike Guarriello averaged 10.7 ppg (252 approx.). His highest-scoring game of 21 points (4 3- pointers) came against the David B. Corbin (January 2014 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times Patrick School. JUST PASSING THROUGH...Cougar senior Mike Guarriello, center, passes the ball through Blue David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Senior Cameron CRANFORD ATHLETE OF THE WEEK...Sophomore varsity lacrosse player Devil defenders Ben Schumen, left, and Eric Shor, right, in the Investors games at Kean University Kutzer finished in Union on January 12, 2014. The Cougars got on a hot streak early and kept on it throughout the Megan Power scored the game winning goal with 1:04 left against Livingston in with 114 points. the Cougars season opener, adding to the 4 goals she had already scored. Megan game to win, 61-47. Senior Jack is currently the team’s leading goal scorer with 9 goals in just 2 games. Page S-4 Thursday, April 3, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

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No. 5 Oak Knoll Lady Royals Push Past Westfield Blue Devils in Girls Lacrosse, 9-6 Page S-7 Thursday, April 3, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Garwood Owner Faces Questions on Plans for Mixed-Use Lot on S. Ave. By BRIAN TRUSDELL justification for seeking variances Specially Written for The Westfield Leader tion to justify Mr. Kelly’s argu- sponse from Mr. Kelly, who called of 895 square feet, and four two- on parking, buffering and a load- ment. it “antagonistic.” bedroom apartments with an GARWOOD – The owner of a ing area, as well as approval for “I’m not sure what part of this Mr. Fraser interjected to calm average size of 1,100 square mixed-use property on South Av- the overall site plan. half hour of Mr. Kelly’s question- the tension. feet. It also was modified to in- enue across from the Crunch fit- While questions in previous ing he’s referring to,” Mr. Schmidt Mr. Tsapatsaris’ March 26 pro- clude an internal garbage chute ness gym and his witnesses last meetings concerned, among said. posal includes eight one-bedroom that leads to a first-floor room Wednesday faced another three- other things, the number of apart- That remark drew an angry re- apartments with an average size and a dumpster that would be and-a-half hours of questioning, ments, the number of bedrooms moved to a refuse area on the oftentimes contentious, from of- and average square footage, this southwest corner of the prop- ficials and residents in his bid to time Mr. Tsapatsaris and his as- erty. get the Garwood Planning Board’s sociates were queried largely on The February 26 proposal in- approval to redevelop the site. parking, refuse storage and light- cluded 11 two-bedroom apart- It was the third time in four ing. ments and two one-bedroom months that Nick Tsapatsaris of The most prickly exchanges in- units. LAND of NJ Inc. had gone before volved Mr. Tsapatsaris’ attorney, The reduction in bedrooms also the board. He submitted a sec- John Schmidt, and two area resi- forced the recalculation of the ond modified design at the dents, Frank Kelly and Anthony number of needed parking spots. board’s March 26 meeting that Prieto, neighbors who live on the The 325-331 site is designed to would redevelop a single-family parallel Willow Avenue behind have 18 parking spots. Under home at 325 South Avenue and Mr. Tsapatsaris’ property. the previous configuration, Mr. an adjacent property at 331 It was revealed at the February Tsapatsaris’ group calculated that South Avenue. 26 meeting, and referenced again to comply with borough ordi- That address includes the Panda on March 26, that Mr. Kelly owns nances it would need an addi- House restaurant, the Wireless the adjacent property at 327 tional 18 places, while Garwood’s Point mobile phone store and the South Avenue and had offered to zoning code enforcement officer, Ken Nails salon, as well as a sell it to Mr. Tsapatsaris, who Victor Vinegra, put the number vacant space and three apart- said he rejected the offer be- at 21. ments on the second floor. cause the price was above mar- With the new number and size The frequently laborious and ket value. of apartments, Mr. Vinegra low- occasionally heated inquiry ex- Questions by Mr. Kelly and Mr. ered his estimate to 16. Besides tended past 11 p.m., forcing Prieto largely focused on traffic the 18 on-site places, Mr. Board Chairman Stephen Greet flow and parking availability, tak- Tsapatsaris has signed a lease to adjourn the meeting and to ing particular issue with Mr. Brian Trusdell for The Westfield Leader with the Garwood Rest saloon announce the proceedings would Staigar’s testimony that his PLANS FOR DEVELOPMENT...Nick Tsapatsaris, right, explains his applica- 350 feet to the east of his prop- continue at the panel’s next gath- client’s proposed parking solu- tion to redevelop 325-331 South Avenue at the Garwood Planning Board erty on South Avenue for five ering on Wednesday, April 23. tion was adequate and would not meeting on March 26 as Zoning Code Officer Victor Vinegra, center, and places for 10 years, and also has The latest proposal, which Mr. adversely affect the neighbor- planning board secretary Adele Lewis, left, follow along. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Tsapatsaris estimated would cost hood. “well in excess of $1 million,” Mr. Greet at times had to gavel was largely similar to February’s the meeting to order and Board proposal. The major difference Attorney Donald Fraser chastised Candidates File for GW Mayor, Town Councils was the removal of one floor or members of the public to ask By PAUL J. PEYTON Todisco and Louis Petruzzelli are Borough Councilman James A. residential space turning the specific questions, rather than Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times property into a three-story struc- make pronouncements or offer seeking reelection. Filing nomi- Mathieu, while Cheryl A. ture. Otherwise, it remained a opinions and criticism. Mr. Fraser REGION — Candidates for fed- nating petitions for the GOP are Niedermaier is being challenged 150-foot by 100-foot structure also overruled objections by Mr. eral, state and municipal elec- Carol Kearney and Richard Dolan. by Elizabeth Mathieu, and in the that would approximately double Schmidt, characterizing some tions filed their nominating peti- There also is a battle in Garwood third district, Mayor Quattrocchi the current first-floor retail space questions as “fair” and reword- tions by Monday’s deadline. for slots on the borough GOP and her husband, John, chair- to about 5,000 square feet and ing others for the witnesses to Garwood will see a Republican Committee between candidates man of the local GOP committee, include 12 apartments on the answer. mayoral contest in the June Pri- running under the Regular Re- face opposition from Dominick upper levels. During one exchange, Mr. mary Election between first-term publican Organization of Union and Erika Zurzolo, respectively. Along with Mr. Tsapatsaris, his Schmidt objected to a line of incumbent Pat Quattrocchi and County banner and those under In the fourth district, former coun- wife and realtor, Stacey questioning from Mr. Prieto, who Sal Piarulli. The winner will face the Conservative Republican title. cilman Victor DeFilippo and his Tsapatsaris, traffic engineer Jo- followed Mr. Kelly’s cross-exami- former Democratic councilman In the first district, Gene Jannotti wife, Judy, are opposed by seph Staigar and civil planner nation of Mr. Staigar and asked Charles Lombardo in November. and Carol Kearney are not chal- Salvatore and Linda Morello. Kathryn Gregory laid out LAND’s him if he could use his informa- In the race for borough council, lenged; in the second district, Cranford will see a race be- Democratic incumbents Sara Glenn A. Sytko is challenged by CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-8 Thursday, April 3, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary GW Mixed-Use Candidates File for GW Mayor Local Letters to the Editor been negotiating with the own- tween incumbent Republican 17th, Somerset), are battling for ers of the largely abandoned township committee members their party’s nomination to re- Casale industrial plant to the west Andis Kalnins, the current mayor, place Rep. Rush Holt (D), who is Sal Piarulli Announces for another 15 at its parking lot and Lisa M. Adubato and Demo- retiring. Also filing for the Demo- on South Avenue adjacent to the crats Brian T. McCarthy and Rob- crats is plasma physicist Andrew Garwood Fire Department. ert V. Salvatore. Zwicker. Alieta Eck, a medical Campaign for Garwood Mayor Mr. Tsapatsaris would need a In Scotch Plains, Republican doctor, is the Republican candi- I am seeking the nomination of of the athletic field. As mayor, I variance to permit off-site park- incumbents William “Bo” Vastine date for the seat. Garwood’s Republican voters to will see that the long-delayed ing, and therefore be in compli- and Llewellyn Jones are joined In the 7th District, three-term be their candidate for mayor in Athletic Field Complex is finally ance with local ordinances. on the GOP ticket by incumbent Rep. Leonard Lance (R) is facing November. When my family and completed with no more expendi- The planning board still needs Michael “Mickey” Marcus, who a Primary challenge from David I chose this little town with a big ture of your taxpayer dollars. This to discuss the matter among it- ran as a Democrat four years Larsen for the third consecutive heart just over seven years ago, project has coasted along with- self, and also give the public a ago. They will face Democrats election cycle. The district includes the community welcomed us with out a clear path for far too long. chance to comment and present John Del Sordi, Jr., William “Bill” Cranford, Garwood, Mountainside open arms making the transition With your support, I will take evidence on the application. Af- Thomas and Luisa Bianco. and Westfield. Democrat Janice extremely easy. We instantly fell great pride in providing clear and ter Mr. Tsapatsaris’ group com- In Fanwood, Democratic Coun- Kovach, the mayor of Clinton in in love with everything Garwood consistent leadership that does pleted their testimony on March cilmen Kevin Boris and Russell Hunterdon County, plans to ap- had to offer, especially for our not come at the cost of taxpayers 26, Mr. Greet speculated the Huegel have filed for reelection. peal a decision by the New Jersey children. or the amenities our families meeting could have lasted until No Republicans filed by Monday’s Division of Elections invalidating Like so many of you, my family deserve. I will bring the steady 12:30 to 1 a.m. deadline. a portion of signatures on her has had to make extremely tough hand of competent leadership to He therefore adjourned the Republican Mountainside Bor- nominating petition, thus giving financial decisions over the last Borough Hall that has been lack- meeting and left it to April 23 to ough Council incumbents Deanna her below the number of required few years. Property taxes have ing these last years. It’s time to decide the fate of the applica- Andre and Keith C. Turner are signatures to run, according to weighed heavily upon us since we put aside the infighting and be tion. seeking reelection. No Democrats bluejersey.com. bought our home in Garwood. transparent with every dollar “It’s very hard to say,” Mr. filed for council seats. In the race for a full, six-year Unfortunately, an increase in taxes generated and spent. It’s time Tsapatsaris said when asked to There is no municipal election U.S. Senate term, four Republi- over the years has corresponded we complete the athletic field for evaluate the project’s chances. in Westfield this year. cans have filed nominating peti- with a steady decrease in ser- our kids and stop with the ex- “I saw some positive comments, In the 12th Congressional Dis- tions: Richard Pezzullo of vices, marked by a lack of sus- cuses. Garwood is our town, and but I also heard their concerns. trict, which includes Fanwood and Monmouth County, Brian tained direction. We have seen the time has come to better our At this point, it’s quite difficult to most of Scotch Plains, Demo- Goldberg of Essex County, Murray our property tax bill consistently lives here and make it that much gauge the direction (the board) crats, Senator Linda Greenstein Sabrin and Jeff Bell of Bergen go up, yet many of the amenities more attractive. When visitors to would take.” (D-14th, Middlesex), Assembly- County. Former FBI agent Rich- that were such a large part of why the area drive through they woman Bonnie Watson Coleman ard Turkavage of Cranford did we have come to love Garwood should say to themselves, “Wow, Probitas Verus Honos (D-15th, Mercer) and Assembly- not file a petition by Monday’s have been taken from us. When what a great little town.“ man Upendra J. Chivukula (D- deadline. The winner will face decision makers get in a financial The middle child of Italian im- Senator Cory Booker (D). bind they immediately threaten migrants, I have been blessed At the county level, Democrat services to the taxpayers. As a with four beautiful children and Enjoy Milk and Cookies incumbent Freeholders Angel property owner and property tax- an amazing wife who also serves Estrada of Elizabeth, Chris Hudak payer in our borough, I feel the as the vice-president of the of Linden and Vernell Wright of pain very acutely of our local and Garwood PTA. Thanks to hard With Cast of Dear Edwina Union face Primary opposition county governments to raise taxes work and determination, I have from Jorge Batista of Hillside, as a first instead of last resort. been extremely successful in the CRANFORD — Cranford Dra- $12 and may be purchased at Marvelis Perreira of Elizabeth and This year we will hear how our business world, launching pro- matic Club (CDC) Children’s pro- the door. For more information Tamara Twitty of Elizabeth run- taxes are only rising a small per- grams and products that have duction of Dear Edwina returns visit www.cdctheatre.org. CDC ning under the True Democrats centage thanks to aid from the generated revenues in excess of for three performances to CDC Theatre is at 78 Winans Avenue for a Change ballot line. P. Mark federal government. Well, where $700 million by paying close at- Theatre on Friday, April 11, at in Cranford. Martini of Westfield is the only does our local government think tention to budgets and maximiz- 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, April Funding for this production has Republican to file for freeholder. that aid comes from? That money ing the return on our invest- 12, at noon and 3 p.m. been made possible in part by Union County Surrogate James is generated by us — the taxpay- ments. I have also been fortu- The star of her own show, Edwina the New Jersey State Council of LaCorte of Union is seeking re- ers — and I believe we are not nate to be a part of the Dean Spoonapple, invites the audience the Arts, Department of State, a election for another five-year getting enough return on our in- Michael Clarizio Cancer Founda- to have cookies and milk with the partner agency of the National term. He faces a challenge in the vestment. tion (www.dmccf.com) as vice- cast after each show. Learn how Endowment of the Arts, through Democratic Primary from Jerome With decisive leadership, you president of marketing. Com- to “Sing Your Own Song” with a grant administered by the Union Dunn of Hillside under the True will no longer suffer all the ex- prised of a small group of volun- Edwina and her friends. County Office of Cultural and Democrats for a Change line. No hausting excuses that we hear teers inspired by the vision of my General admission tickets are Heritage Affairs. Republicans filed for surrogate. every day with the construction CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-9 Thursday, April 3, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Library to Present Letters to the Editor Cont. Sinatra Tribute GARWOOD — The Garwood Public Library will present “A Group Challenges GOP Leadership Touch of Sinatra,” a tribute to Frank Sinatra, on Wednesday, In Coming Garwood Primary April 23, at 7 p.m. Performed by Donnie Farraro and narrated by In the June 3rd Republican pri- Garwood’s GOP that will emerge Joe Gilligan, this hour-plus musi- mary, we are seeking election as triumphant. Please join us in this cal show will highlight the singer’s Garwood’s representatives to the conversation over the future di- most famous tunes and relate Union County Republican Com- rection of our party. We will each anecdotes from his life and ca- mittee from our respective vot- be reaching out to the Republi- reer. ing districts. We believe that can Primary voters in our respec- Through Sinatra’s array of hits Garwood’s GOP needs to go in a tive districts along with our Con- songs and albums during the more conservative direction and servative Republican candidate 1940s and 1950s, he left behind be a stronger and more effective for mayor, Sal Piarulli. We will be a massive catalog of work that advocate for Garwood’s communicating to you our vision includes such iconic tunes as homeowners, businesses, and for Garwood’s future while being “Love and Marriage,” “Fly Me to property taxpayers. We believe sure to listen to your opinions the Moon,” “Summer Wind” and, our party needs to be more re- and ideas. After all, it’s you—the of course, “New York, New York.” sponsive to its voters and more voters—who are our bosses. We Registration is required for this open to new candidates and new hope you’ll hire us for the job of event and may be done in person ideas. For these reasons, we are leading Garwood’s GOP in a new GARWOOD GETS NEW LIONS...The Garwood Lions Club recently installed at the library, by calling (908) running as Conservative Repub- and vibrant direction. new members at The Station restaurant in Garwood. Pictured with sponsor Sara 789-1670, or at the interactive licans to be the new leaders of Todisco, center, left to right, are: Mike Martin, Kevin Clark, Paul Tarantino, calendar found on the library’s Garwood’s GOP. Alex Grohol D1 Jim and Liz Mathieu D2 Ann Palmer and Lou Petruzzelli. Known primarily for collecting used eye- website at youseemore.com/ In addition to our commitment glasses, the Lions also support various vision projects throughout New Jersey as garwood. to the Republican Party, we all Dominick and Erika Zurzolo D3 Sal and Linda Piarulli D4 well as local youth baseball, Scouting and community events. For membership The Garwood Public Library is have several important things in information, call President Peg Briggs at (908) 654-4977. located at the corner of Walnut common. We are all parents (or Street and Third Avenue, behind very soon will be!). We are all Sal Piarulli for Mayor the Lincoln School complex. Li- homeowners in Garwood and pay brary hours are Monday through its property taxes. We have all childhood friend, the DMCCF has Cranford Historical Society Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Fri- fallen deeply in love with this raised over $400,000 with every days, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and little town and are committed to dime going to families fighting Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. making its future even brighter. this horrible disease. Slates ‘Memory and Dress’ And we all believe government I am not afraid to give my should be the servant of its citi- opinion and I am not seeking to CRANFORD — The Cranford His- to the program articles of cloth- Chamber to Hold zens rather than their burden- be all things to all people, nor am torical Society will present ing that have special personal some taskmaster. I hoping to win some popularity “Memory and Dress” with cos- meaning, tell why they saved it Networking Event We believe it is time for a change contest. Rather, Garwood’s GOP tume curator Gail Alterman this and to share their memories of CRANFORD — The Cranford in the leadership of Garwood’s needs wholesale change in its Sunday, April 6, from 2 to 4 p.m., shopping in town centers that Chamber of Commerce’s next GOP. The current Republican leadership which provides no ef- at The Crane-Phillips House Mu- were not indoor malls. networking event will be held mayor and local GOP chairman fective counter to the big gov- seum, located at 124 North Union Admission is free. Space is Wednesday, April 16, at noon at are to be commended for step- ernment taxing and spending Avenue in Cranford. The pro- limited, so reservations are re- Brooklyn Pizza, 2 South Avenue, ping up to lead our party and for programs of the local Democrats. gram will begin at 2:15 p.m. quired. To reserve a seat, call East. The guest speaker will be the efforts they have put forth to Because of all these reasons and Some people save an article of the Historical Society’s office Cranford Police Chief James date. But all organizations must all of the missed opportunities to clothing because it was some- at (908) 276-0082 or send an Wozniak. Chief Wozniak was re- adapt to change if they are to improve our borough these past thing special or was a particular e-mail to cently appointed the new police grow, thrive, and remain effec- three plus years, on June 3rd I favorite. Maybe an item was worn [email protected]. chief on March 1st. tive. Political parties, in particu- am asking for your nomination for a special occasion, or is the Established in 1928, the Networking events will be held lar, must go through periods of as the Republican candidate for result of a specific event in life Cranford Historical Society, a monthly at various business lo- renewal and revitalization. Now mayor as the first step in making that was not their wedding. Even non-profit organization, is dedi- cations in Cranford. RSVP’s are is such a time of rejuvenation for Garwood great. men save articles of clothing — cated to the preservation and recommended by calling (908) Garwood’s GOP. Salvatore Piarulli most veterans save their uni- perpetuation of Cranford’s his- 272-6114. The cost for chamber No matter who wins the Com- Candidate for Mayor forms. tory. For more information, visit members is $10 and non-mem- mittee election on June 3rd, it is Garwood Attendees are invited to bring cranfordhistoricalsociety.com. bers are $15. Page S-10 Thursday, April 3, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Tricky Tray-Brunch Missionary From Ukraine – Obituaries – To Benefit Animals GARWOOD — Summit Animal Rescue Association (SARA) will To Speak Sunday at Church Alice Mae Doyle, 84, Was Longtime host its sixth annual Tricky Tray Auction and Brunch this Sunday, CRANFORD — The First Presby- address the poverty, discrimina- Resident of Cranford and Westfield April 6, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at terian Church of Cranford, lo- tion and social separation in this The Westwood, located at 438 cated at 11 Springfield Avenue, country that suffered 100 per- Alice Mae Doyle of Cranford, ous nieces and nephews. Alice is North Avenue in Garwood. will hold a special 10 a.m. wor- cent unemployment in 2009. N.J. passed on Thursday, March the daughter of the late James Admission is $50 per person and ship service this Sunday, April 6, Reverend Ayoub felt called to 27, 2014, peacefully at home Hewitt and Ethel Vermilyea. She will include a brunch buffet with featuring Presbyterian Church help the people and has been with her husband, William A. is the sister-in-law to Elsie omelet station, coffee, tea, juice, (USA) missionary the Reverend serving in Karpatalia-Ukraine at Doyle, at her side. Vermilyea and was soda, dessert, five tricky tray auc- Nadia Ayoub. Reverend Ayoub the invitation of the Hungarian Alice was born in predeceased by her tion tickets and a door prize ticket. will preach about the Reformed Church in Carpath- Newark, N.J. on June sister, Dorothy, and “Our Tricky Tray is a fun way to Syrophoenician woman, Mark Ukraine since 2010, where she 22, 1929. She was her brother, James raise money to help SARA carry 7:24-29, and touch upon her organizes classes for 4- to- 8- 84 years old and was Hewitt. Alice is the on its mission of rescuing ani- experiences implementing year-olds. Her work has improved a longtime resident sister-in-law to mals in need, giving them medi- church-related early-childhood their self-esteem as well as the of Cranford and Claire and the late cal attention and rehab, and car- education programs for Roma status of the Roma children and Westfield for over 57 Edward Smith of ing for them until homes are children in marginalized commu- their parents in the eyes of both years. Verona, N.J. and the found,” said Barbara Durant of nities. A reception will follow. All other Roma and those of the She is survived by late Brother Walter Scotch Plains, SARA’s treasurer. are welcome. larger Ukrainian society. her husband of more Doyle, S.J. More than 75 gift baskets will be When International Mission or- Since August 2012, her class than 62 years of mar- A 1947 graduate of featured, including a Vizio Smart ganization representative Michael size has grown to include 3- to riage, William A.; her East Orange High TV, a Kindle Fire, Coach purses Parker returned from a trip to the 14-year-olds and adults. In ad- children, Carol and School, Alice was and a spa day for four. Seating is Ukraine in April 2009, he handed dition to her work with the Roma Robert Dinsmore of employed by NJ Bell limited. For tickets, contact Mary a report to the PCUSA telling children, she is working with in- Cranford, William for many years as a Roland at (732) 236-9305 or tales of extreme educational, ternational and national full-time and Claudia Doyle of Alice Mae Doyle telephone operator. [email protected]. health and socio-economic dep- volunteers to develop a compre- East Windsor, James A Mass was held on SARA is an all-volunteer, non- rivation. He wrote, “…upon cross- hensive early-childhood devel- and Linda Doyle of Kearney, Mo., Tuesday, April 1, at St. Mary’s profit 501(c)(3) charitable orga- ing the border from Hungary to opment program that can be used Kathleen P. Dinsmore of Cranford, Church in Newark. Interment fol- nization headquartered in Ber- Ukraine, though only a few hun- by other communities in Central Thomas and Rose Doyle of lowed at Gate of Heaven Cem- keley Heights, with weekly adop- dred yards, one passes from a and Eastern Europe. Corinth, N.Y., Timothy W. Doyle etery in East Hanover, N.J. tion sites in Garwood, Gillette, modern European state into what To learn more about the First of New Hampton, N.H., and Mark Arrangements are by the Gray Old Bridge and Watchung. The was once the Soviet Union – and Presbyterian Church of Cranford, and Veronica Doyle of Cranford. Memorial Home, 12 Springfield organization has found homes a forgotten and isolated part at visit firstprescranford.org or call She also was the beloved mother Avenue, Cranford. For online con- for over 5,000 animals since that.” He entreated the group to (908) 276-8440. of the late Patrick K. Doyle. dolences, visit 2002. Additionally, SARA pro- Alice also is survived by 13 grayfuneralhomes.com. vides low-cost resources to spay grandchildren and 11 great- April 3, 2014 and neuter feral cats. One hun- grandchildren along with numer- dred percent of all donations and funds raised go directly to the Garwood Knights Schedule Fish Fry care and feeding of animals. For more information about SARA, GARWOOD — The Garwood Council Hall weekdays after 4:30 visit sararescue.com. Knights of Columbus will hold p.m. or on weekends after 2 p.m. their Lenten fish fry by Thistles For more information, call (908) Reading is Good For You on Friday, April 11, from 6 to 8 789-9809 or contact Dennis Clark p.m. at their Council Hall. at (908) 247-5389. This year baked fish will be The Garwood Knights of Co- offered, as well as the traditional lumbus Council Hall is located at fried fish; chicken also will be 37 South Avenue in Garwood, available. Tickets are $13 in ad- across from the Pathmark store. vance and $15 at the door; the Parking is available in the back cost for children under age 12 is lot, off of Willow Avenue. MEET THE CAST...Cranford Dramatic Club (CDC) Children’s production of $10. Participants may dine in or Dear Edwina returns for three performances to CDC Theatre on Friday, April take out their meals. Probitas Verus Honos 11, at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, April 12, at noon and 3 p.m. Tickets can be obtained at the goleader.com/subscribe