Sewerage Costs to Increase Over 100 Percent in Towns

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(908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, August 12, 2004 Published Every Thursday Since 1890 OUR 114th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 49-114 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SIXTY CENTS Sewerage Costs to Increase Over 100 Percent in Towns

By LAUREN S. PASS improvement plan to terminate ille- new costs will put the authority at Specially Written for The Westfield Leader gal discharge into the Rahway River. $2,050 per million gallons, an aver- Over the next four years, munici- The total project will cost $174 age for the state, according to data pal property taxes will go up nearly million and includes tripling the provided by the Atlantic County Utili- $200 per household in Westfield, amount of water the facility can pro- ties Authority. The data showed one Scotch Plains and Mountainside due cess. of the most expensive authorities in to increasing costs from the Rahway Currently, the RVSA charges mem- the state to be North Hudson, at $5,020 Valley Sewerage Authority (RVSA). ber towns a total of $913 per million per million gallons. In 2001, the RVSA settled litiga- gallons, making it one of the least Westfield currently pays tion requiring them to implement an expensive authorities in the state. The $1,399,500, a price that will go up 141.4 percent to $3,379,000. Mountainside currently pays $388,125 and will experience a price increase of 134.2 percent, up to $909,000. Scotch Plains currently pays $685,125, which will go up 131.9 percent to $1,589,000. Debt service will ramp up from now to 2008 and will then level off during the years 2009 to 2023, ending in 2024. According to Westfield Town Ad- ministrator James Gildea, Scotch Plains Township Manager Tom Atkins and Scotch Plains Mayor Martin Marks, the current cost projections Cory Mermer for The Westfield Leader are significantly higher than those the REAL ACTION…Performers provide a realistic treat to the audience at the “Kid’s Kingdom” festival Sunday at the CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 Watchung Reservation during a medieval tournament show. The fair was sponsored by Union County. Republican National Convention Delegates Value Party Principles; Proud to Be in NYC By MICHAEL POLLACK and State Senator Richard Bagger New York than was seen in Philadel- Bob Dole in San Diego, is attending Specially Written for The Westfield Leader (R-21), Congressman Mike Ferguson phia [in 2000]. There is so much for the second time. Following Boston’s Democratic (R-7) and Janet Frigerio, will attend energy and electricity in these events. “I loved hearing (former President) Party festivities, New York City an- this year’s convention. While their It’s not a lot of votes or policy, but it’s Gerald Ford speak in 1996,” she said. ticipates hosting this year’s Republi- experiences are varied, all of the del- the kickoff to the general election I “I believe in the principles of this can National Convention later this egates said that the energy exuded by feel very patriotic about the demo- party and when you hear someone month. Amid heightened security and a convention is awesome. cratic process that gives voters a speak on why you share those values, the backdrop of the 9/11 terror at- “It’s an enormous celebration of choice. It’s a historically significant it’s nice to hear. There are a lot of tacks, the GOP will call New York democracy,” Senator Bagger said, and symbolic event.” exciting meetings, sessions and great home to its convention for the first commenting on his second conven- Because of the historical signifi- speakers that will talk about the plat- time in history. According to tion as a delegate. “There’s nothing cance, many come to hear the key- form.” 2004nycgop.org, 2509 delegates and quite like it. It’s full of energy and note speakers, who often are links to For Senator Kean, Jr., who comes 2344 alternate delegates will attend enthusiasm, as was evident in Boston the past. Mrs. Frigerio, who attended from a political family, choosing his the convention. for the DNC. It will be no different in the 1996 convention that nominated CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 State Senator Tom Kean, Jr. (R- 21), an alternate delegate, explained that alternate delegates “have similar responsibilities to the regular del- Non-Profit Organizations in Westfield, egates. We attend many of the same meetings, and if a delegate isn’t present, we take their place.” The SP and FW Reveal Annual Finances delegates are broken up by congres- By VICTORIA MCCABE Westfield took in a total of $67,309 expenses. sional district. The 7th congressional Specially Written for The Westfield Leader from direct public contributions after The Westfield Foundation received district consists of three delegates The following non-profit organi- $13,594 was deducted by other sup- $934,186 from direct public contri- and three alternates. Senator Kean, zations in Westfield, Scotch Plains port sources. Their expenses, which butions and other support sources, Jr. said there are many different cir- and Fanwood listed contributions and covered program and management and they spent $346,885 on program cumstances as to why a person is expenses for the 2003-2004 year. expenses and fundraising, totaled and management expenses and selected to be a delegate. “The ties The Firemen’s Mutual Benevolent $77,239. fundraising. that bind are working hard and ad- Association (FMBA) #30 of Westfield The United Way of Westfield raised The Westfield Neighborhood Coun- Westfield Board of Adj. vancing the Republican Party mes- received $69,623 from direct contri- $789,123 from $772,498 in direct cil collected $118,477 in direct and sage.” butions and other support, and they public contributions and $16,625 in indirect public contributions, and they Local politicians and influential spent $77,826 on programs, manage- other support. They spent $712,435 spent $133,707 on program and man- Hears New Requests GOP members, including Senator ment and fundraising. on programs and $122,349 on management expenses and on fundraising. Kean, Jr., former Westfield Mayor Police Benevolent Association #90 agement for a total of $834,784 in CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 For Building Variances Television Stations Cooperate By MIRIAM BAMBERGER Michael and Irene Kalinowski of Specially Written for The Westfield Leader 205 Park Street were granted a vari- On Political Talk Show Pilot On Monday night, the Westfield ance to construct an addition to en- By MICHAEL POLLACK man Jon Bramnick (R-21) and Horace Board of Adjustment met to hear large the master bedroom above the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader applicants requesting variances for Corbin, publisher of The Westfield existing space contrary to the side Local television stations TV 34 of construction on their homes. The yard setback ordinance. Leader and The Scotch Plains- board also memorialized action taken Scotch Plains and TV 36 of Westfield Fanwood Times. The second show The board approved an applica- will cooperate on a political talk show at the July 12 meeting. tion by Michael Jacobs of 148 Ayliffe included State Senator Tom Kean Jr. Richard and Deanne Cheng of 705 pilot that will air jointly on both net- (R-21) and Greg Marx, editor of The Avenue to expand over a preexisting works. Crescent Parkway received a vari- single-level structure. Cranford Chronicle and Record Press. ance to expand and build an addition Scotch Plains’ TV’s Bill Guests discussed issues ranging from Paula Golbin of 163 Euclid Av- McMeekan Jr. and Westfield’s Doug contrary to yard setback and cover- enue, North obtained a variance to the Westfield parking deck to Governor age restrictions. Neighbor Robert Black will work together in the first James McGreevey and the controver- upgrade her garage contrary to the major joint venture between the neigh- Winters spoke in support of the ordinance requiring a five-foot set- sies surrounding his top fundraisers. Chengs, praising them for consider- boring towns’ television networks. Other lighter segments focused on play- back because the current setback is Last Friday, both crews taped the ing the aesthetic character of the 1.7 feet. ful “bets” on future events. neighborhood when developing the first two episodes of “UC CHAT with The shows will air in September Glenn and Kelly Johnson of 132 Steve Krakauer,” a political talk show plans. Wells Street requested permission Benjamin B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and October on TV-36 in Westfield, After much discussion, the board CHATTING UP A STORM...Assemblyman Jon Bramnick, left, and Westfield focusing on Union County issues, as TV-34 in Scotch Plains and may be to build an addition, citing their un- well as statewide and national topics. decided to postpone a ruling on James usable basement as a hardship. Af- Leader Publisher Horace Corbin, right, were guests for the pilot episode of “UC shown on TV-35 in Fanwood and TV- Pinkman of Westfield Service Sta- CHAT with Steve Krakauer.” The show will air in September and October on The first show featured Assembly- 36 in New Providence as well. ter a plan revision to decrease cover- Westfield TV-36, Fanwood TV-34 and Scotch Plains TV-35. It is a joint effort tion on Central Avenue. The request age, the board granted approval with between Scotch Plains and Westfield television. for canopies to be erected over the some changes. service pumps and new signage could Keith Swanson of 470 Channing Gas Station Sales Deemed not be approved without more de- Avenue applied for a variance to tailed plans, which Mr. Pinkman’s expand a family room at the rear of land surveyor and planner will sub- the house. The board required Mr. mit prior to the September meeting. Swanson to reduce the proposed Excessive by MS Council The board approved a request by addition by six inches before ap- By MICHAEL POLLACK signs and banners in unsafe or unfit Joseph Difrancesco of 513 Edgar proving the variance. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Road to build a vertical addition Architect Carol Hewit represented locations and for excessive retail sales. without altering the existing set- Ed Goldschmidt of 26 Hawthorne Tuesday’s Mountainside agenda “I understand gas stations have al- backs. Drive, requesting a variance to widen work session centered on the legality ways sold maps, candies and soda, John Lee of 928 Willow Grove and extend an existing front porch. of gas stations selling certain items but now these stations are hanging Road applied for a variance to build The board granted the request, cit- the board deemed excessive. Mayor signs and banners, which are in viola- a rear addition and enclose an existing that a variance was needed Robert Viglianti and the council con- tion of the town’s code first of all,” ing porch. Neighbor Douglas Man- mainly because of unclear wording versed with local gas station owners, Mayor Viglianti said. “But also I’m ning expressed concern that the ad- in an ordinance that disallows the majority of whom received zon- concerned about selling the rugs, dition would exacerbate an existing porches that are partially covered by ing penalties for violating the flowers and cases of water etc. In water drainage problem for the two an overhang or second story. borough’s sign laws and land-use or- essence, you are creating a mini mart. dinance pertaining to the hanging of properties. Mr. Lee’s contractor tes- After revising his original plans CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 tified that the addition would not for a two-car garage and addition, PAGE INDEX create more water problems because Gary Nikorak of 651 Maye Street Benjamin B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader the natural slope of the property received approval to expand the TALKING POLITICS...Steve Krakauer, center, hosted the pilot episode of “UC Regional ...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 7 Real Estate .... 10-14 would remain unchanged. CHAT with Steve Krakauer” with guests State Senator Tom Kean, Jr., left, and Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 14 Classifieds...... 13 CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 Cranford Cronicle Editor Greg Marx. Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 9-11 A&E ...... 15-16 Page 10 Thursday, August 12, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A Watchung Communications, Inc. Publication Non-Profit Organizations Sewerage Costs to Increase Reveal Annual Finances Over 100 Percent in Towns CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 towns received in 2001. Mr. Atkins through their taxes, even though they The Fanwood Community Foun- other supporters. They spent $7,826 requested that the RVSA detail the are not getting the service. dation received $3,104 from direct on programs and management. specifics of the cost increases. Westfield representative Allen public contributions and spent $800 The Education Fund of Westfield The RVSA is governed by a Board Chin, vice chairman of the commis- on program expenses. raised $85,469 from direct public of Commissioners that includes rep- sion, said, “I want to see how the The Westfield Volunteer Rescue contributions and other sources of resentatives from Clark, Cranford, mayor and town council feel…I don’t Squad received $251,317 from direct support, spending $76,643 on pro- Garwood, Kenilworth, Mountainside, really have a position.” He did say public contributions after distribut- grams and $2,607 on management Rahway, Roselle Park, Scotch Plains, that it would cost the RVSA more to ing $69,114 of their total contribu- for a total of $79,250 in expenses. Springfield, Westfield and bill people individually. tion revenue to other sources of sup- The Union County Educational Woodbridge. While other communi- Mountainside Mayor Robert port. Their expenses totaled $269,361 Services Foundation, based in ties, including Fanwood, are also con- Viglianti said, “I don’t have any idea – $189,914 went towards program Westfield, received $81,750 from nected to the RVSA, they do not have how they would have the jurisdiction expenses, $71,815 went towards man- $79,615 in direct public contribu- Benjamin B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader members on the board. to do that (bill individuals).” agement expenses and $7,632 went tions and $2,135 in other support. MEET THE PRESS...The Westfield Leader publisher Horace Corbin, left, and Additionally, Chairman Frank He questioned what recourse the towards fundraising efforts. Cranford Cronicle Editor Greg Marx, second from right, chatted with Assembly- Mazzarella from Clark sent a letter to the authority would have to make sure Their total expenses of $73,353 in- man Jon Bramnick, right, and State Senator Tom Kean, Jr. during“UC CHAT The Scotch Plains Rescue Squad cluded $23,613 in program expenses, with Steve Krakauer.” member towns asking them to consider people paid, unlike the town, which received $178,111 from direct and $4,170 in management expenses and billing individual homeowners for the has the ability to take a house. He said indirect public contributions and from $45,570 in fundraising expenses. sewerage costs, rather than including it that a separate company or utility other support, including $29,000 in The College Club of Fanwood – in the tax bill. Residents are currently would have to be formed and won- government grants. They spent Scotch Plains raised $37,778, mainly Republican National Convention billed by the assessment of their homes. dered if it was the work of the Demo- $155,270 on programs, management from direct public contributions. Be- In order to change the way residents are cratic Board of Chosen Freeholders. and fundraising. tween program expenses, manage- Delegates Value Party Principles billed, it would take a unanimous vote by The RVSA was organized in 1928 The Visiting Health Services of ment expenses and fundraising, they the commissioners. Because the sewer- as the “Rahway Valley Joint Meet- Union County took in $1,835,024 – spent a total of $26,164. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 age cost is included in the tax bill, it is ing.” In 1951, the original nine mem- $1,436,193 from program service rev- The Westfield High School (WHS) favorite convention event is a hard horrible.” tax-deductible for residents. ber municipalities entered into a new enue, $26,770 from direct and indi- Ice Hockey Association raised decision, but he noted that it was his The convention will present an Scotch Plains representative Joan agreement, forming the Rahway Val- rect public contributions, $313,928 $84,224 from direct public contribu- father who stuck out in his mind. opportunity for politicians, espe- Papen, who said she was against the ley Sewerage Authority. This agree- from government grants and $58,133 tions, program service revenue and “My favorite moment was when cially those in upcoming electoral idea, said that “it did come up, but the ment was revised in 1995. from other support sources. They other support, and they spent $74,645 my father gave the keynote speech in races, to address the public and make large percentage of commissioners The wastewater, which has gone spent $1,821,169 on $1,635,371 that was mainly used for program 1988 in New Orleans,” he said. “I a cameo. The convention not only were against it.” She did not know of through the treatment process, is re- worth of program expenses and expenses and fundraising. loved the sheer energy and the posi- provides a platform for President the chairman’s letter. leased into the Arthur Kill, and the $185,798 worth of management ex- The WHS Marching Band Parents tive attitude you got after listening to Bush but also for an incumbent such Scotch Plains Mayor Martin Marks waste by-products that remain are penses. Association received $85,878 from him. But truthfully, all the speakers as Congressmen Ferguson, who will said that although the council touched sent to the sludge handling and pro- The New Jersey Hospice Organi- direct public contributions after giv- bring a different background and challenge Retired Lieutenant Colo- on the topic, he felt it was premature cessing facilities. RVSA operates zation raised a total of $201,311 from ing $1,003 to other sources of sup- perspective to the fold.” nel Steve Brozak for the congres- to make any decisions about it. three gravity thickener tanks, two direct contributions, program service port. Expenses totaling $103,821 went For Senator Bagger, his memories sional seat in November. He did say that allowing the RVSA gravity belt mechanical thickeners, revenue and other sources. Expenses toward programs, management and of past conventions are slightly dif- “I am looking forward to meeting to do its own billing would “create three anaerobic digestion tanks, four totaled $209,964, including $173,972 fundraising efforts, totaled. ferent. He is an at-large alternate all the members of the military, their another layer of bureaucracy.” sludge storage tanks and a sludge in program expenses. The Westfield School Boosters delegate who is elected throughout families and the veterans who will He added that non-profits would be dewatering facility. The sludge de- The Hepatitis C Association raised Association received a net of $80,853 the state, whereas an alternate del- be in New York showing their sup- billed for sewerage. They are not billed watering facility became fully opera- $49,983 from direct public contribu- after giving $5,952 to other sources egate is chosen from specific con- port for the Republican Party for its now because they don’t pay property tional in 1991. It processes the wet tions and $298 from other support for of support. They spent a total of gressional districts. While this is his record of supporting our military,” tax. sludge into a drier product, which is total revenue of $50,281. They spent $79,536 on programs, management second convention, he has run more Senator Ferguson said. “I look for- However, the township is “going to be then removed by contractors for ben- $32,575 on program and manage- and fundraising efforts. than twice. ward to thanking them for their self- realizing some incredibly high increases” eficial reuse, including land reclama- ment expenses. The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Mu- “This is my third time running,” less service on behalf of our nation.” from RVSA, which in part are because tion and agricultural application. The YMCA of Westfield raised sic Boosters Association received he said. “I lost a bid once in 1980 Congressman Ferguson said that of the improvement project. He said that James Wancho, P.E. of Paulus, $6,556,215 – $320,133 from direct $195,907, all from direct public con- when I was in college. I pledged to he is looking forward to the opportu- the township previously received pro- Sokolowski and Sartor, LLC is the and indirect public contributions, tributions. They spent $193,410, de- George H.W. Bush when he ran nity to “present to the American jections on their share of the RVSA and consulting engineer; Brian Hak, Esq. $3,836,389 from program service rev- voting $120,986 to programs. against Reagan. They ran against people what our vision is for keep- the actual numbers “greatly exceeds pro- from Weiner Lesniak, LLP is serving enue and $2,399,693 from other The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High each other in the primaries and ing the country safe, winning the jections.” He said that the increases need as legal counsel; James Fagan of the sources. Their expenses totaled School Blue Raider Athletic Booster whichever candidate wins chooses war on terror and strengthening our to be investigated. NW Financial Group, LLC is serving $6,462,145 – $5,664,874 devoted to Club raised $41,007 from contribu- their delegates to go to the conven- economic recovery.” Scotch Plains’ northern end is part as the financial advisor; Virginia program expenses, $699,471 to man- tions, programs and other support. tion. It was a rare time when the next To outsiders, though, the primary of the RVSA, while most of the south- Edwards, Esq. of Connell Foley, LLP agement, $13,000 to fundraising and They spent $56,418, $47,965 of which president would run against the even- process can be construed as an un- ern side is connected to the Plainfield is serving as bond counsel and Robert $84,800 to payments to affiliates. went toward program expenses. tual vice president and successor.” necessary evil, especially because Area Regional Sewerage Authority Butvilla of Suplee, Clooney and Com- The YMCA of Fanwood-Scotch Friends of Cranford High School This time around though, the at- New Jersey is the next to last state to (PARSA). pany is serving as the auditor. Plains amassed a total of $4,659,104 Ice Hockey received $30,195 in di- tention rests squarely on President vote. The convention could also seem Scotch Plains Township Manager Mr. Tokarski can be reached at (732) from $121,753 in direct public con- rect public contributions. They spent George W. Bush’s shoulders. The like fluff as well to those not in- Tom Atkins said that if the RVSA 388-0868 extension 215, by e-mail at tributions, $18,206 in indirect contri- $29,975 in total, all but $2,000 of GOP will showcase California Gov- volved. However, local delegates de- switches to individual billing and [email protected]. butions, $2,837,682 in program ser- which went towards program ex- ernor Arnold Schwarzenegger and fended the historical and political PARSA does not, RVSA members The RVSA’s website is vice revenue and $1,681,463 in other penses. former New York City Mayor Rudy significance of the conventions and will not only be paying their RVSA www.rahwayvalleysa.com. support. Expenses totaled $4,151,746, The Parent School Association of Giuliani, who will address the del- the reasons why it matters to New bills, but also a portion of PARSA including $3,241,015 in program ex- Union County Magnet High School egates throughout the convention. Jersey, citing the convention’s close penses, $752,447 in management ex- received $12,689 and spent $11,467 “We will boast great leadership in proximity to the Garden State. penses, $84,840 in fundraising ex- on programs and management and in Rudy Giuliani, John McCain and “This is my third convention, and penses and $73,444 in payments to payments to affiliates. Arnold Schwarzenegger. These are they are all unique and exciting. It’s Mountainside Council Deems affiliates. The Parent Teacher Organization very impressive people,” Senator great to have a convention in our The American Legion Martin (PTO) at the Benjamin School in Kean, Jr. said. region that will have value for New Wallberg Post #3 of Westfield re- Westfield collected $94,163 from di- However, President Bush is the Jersey,” Senator Kean, Jr. said. Gas Station Sales Excessive ceived $50,285 in direct public con- rect contributions and $4,018 from focal point. He will deliver the Re- “It’s fitting that the Republican CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 tributions and from other sources of other support sources, totaling publican Party’s platform and make Party gather in the nation’s largest That’s fine if they were built to be that cup of coffee and a soda and not gas. support. Their expenses, divided be- $98,181. Their expenses totaled the party’s case to its base. He is the and most diverse city to re-nominate and zoned to be that, but you can’t Gas is your primary source of in- tween programs and management, $87,381 – $76,073 for programs, man the audience came to see. President Bush. It has deep meaning take your existing and go against zon- come, not a cup of a coffee. If you’re totaled $44,286. $1,943 for management and $9,365 “During the speech by the presi- to our nation since the terror attacks ing to make a mini mart.” not making enough money on gas, The Veterans of Foreign Wars for fundraising. dent, it will be hard not to be stand- in September of 2001,” Congress- Borough Attorney John Post sug- your business is in trouble. You’d #11467 of Westfield collected $4,357 The PTO at Jefferson School in ing on a chair cheering,” Senator man Ferguson said. gested that the board delineate a range need to close the gas station and from direct public contributions and Westfield amassed $98,833, $97,322 Bagger said. “It’s like a political Congressman Ferguson added “it’s of permitted retail sales and others make a mini mart. I don’t buy for one other support, and they spent a total of which came from direct public rock concert. They have a terrific [the Republican Convention] impor- perceived as accessory use. He second that a gas station doesn’t make of $2,651 on program and manage- contributions, and they spent $96,685, lineup of speakers. Mayor Giuliani tant because it gives viewers the op- stressed that the language of the rul- money off gasoline.” ment expenses, fundraising and pay- $60,165 of which went towards is someone I have great admiration portunity to hear the Republican ing be specific about what items can In other business, the board read ments to affiliates. fundraising. for. He was a great mayor and a Party’s platform for protecting our and cannot be sold. He also reminded through the agenda for the upcoming The New Jersey Workshop for the The PTO at McKinley School in national leader.” homeland, lowering taxes, growing the board of standard items that gas week. The board will authorize the ad- Arts, based in Westfield, raised Westfield collected $25,001 from di- “I’m very excited to hear Presi- our economy, and winning the war stations traditionally sell, such as vertising for the sale of a surplus police $1,022,882 in total, $993,829 from rect contributions. $11,557 was spent: dent Bush speak,” Mrs. Frigerio on terror.” antifreeze and oil. vehicle. Also, the borough must adhere program service revenue and the rest $10,295 for fundraising, $1,050 for said. “These next five years are criti- “It’s a chance to have an hour “A line of demarcation must be to the state’s mandate of increasing traf- from public contributions and other program expenses and $212 for man- cal in how they will affect the lives speaking unfiltered to the Ameri- drawn between over-the-counter and fic violations and non-moving viola- support. They spent a total of agement expenses. of my children. I believe a change can public on the themes and the machine sales for each establish- tions by $3, a ruling Mayor Viglianti $1,085,346 – $968,769 on program The PTO at Tamaques School re- in administration, considering the platform of the party,” Senator Bag- ment,” Mr. Post said. called “another gift from Trenton.” expenses, $113,271 on management ceived $96,188 from $88,624 in di- current circumstances, would be ger said. “It allows the voters to “I think the gas station owners need The board will authorize the adver- expenses and $3,306 on fundraising. rect public contributions, $4,488 in make an informed decision and is a to have an understanding that you tisement for the sale of unclaimed The Westfield Symphony received program service revenue and $3,076 key moment in the campaign.” bought a gas station, not a mini mart,” evidence. “What is that? Do we have a total of $388,780 from direct public in other support. They spent a total of “I feel the RNC will be meaning- Councilman Keith Turner said. DNA or what?” Mayor Viglianti asked contributions, government grants, $87,259 – $29,929 on program ex- Variances ful for Westfield because the con- “We’re not going to allow it; at least jokingly. program service revenue and other penses, $4,794 on management ex- vention is taking place across the I would be against it. You are going to Police Chief James Debbie ex- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 river in New York and it’s so close,” have people coming in just to buy a support sources. Their expenses, in- penses and $52,536 on fundraising. kitchen and a bedroom exceeding plained, “an attorney (Candace cluding $360,806 for programming, The Parent Teacher Association he added. “New York really is Singer) was arrested some time ago $86,899 for management and $80,232 (PTA) of J. Ackerman Coles School maximum lot coverage. America’s greatest city. As Rudy and the borough is maintaining in for fundraising, totaled $527,937. in Scotch Plains amassed $34,409, The board heard a request by Wil- Giulaini said, ‘America is the capital WESTFIELD public storage a collection of bike Westfield Young Artists Coopera- mainly from direct contributions. The liam Higgins of 526 Hanford Place to of the world.’” POLICE BLOTTER items she burglarized, including tive Theatre (WYACT) took in a total majority of the $62,349 spent went construct a two-story addition in the handlebars and wheels.” of $233,488 from direct public con- towards program expenses. rear of the house that would exceed FRIDAY, JULY 30 The board will refund the veteran’s tributions, government grants, pro- The PTA of Scotch Plains School maximum lot coverage by 0.5 per- Writers • A Fairacres Avenue resident reported deduction on Block 15.N Lot 31 in gram service revenue and other sup- One received $26,453, mainly from cent. A variance was granted for the that an unknown person shattered the left the amount of $250, as requested by port sources. Their expenses, which direct contributions, and they spent addition, with a deed restriction that Wanted rear window of his motor vehicle, which the Tax Assessor. The 2004 non-union included program and management $23,644, $16,834 of which went to- was parked in the roadway. employee salary increase and if the applicant ever vacates the prop- The Westfield Leader and The expenses and fundraising, totaled wards fundraising. erty, he must remove the existing TUESDAY, AUGUST 3 amended salary ordinance will be $246,015. The PTA of the William J. McGinn Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood • An unknown object, possibly a BB discussed. The board will appoint handicap ramp in the front of the The Little Opera Company of New Elementary School in Scotch Plains newspapers are seeking freelance gun, left a small fracture in a window at a Andrew Diamond, Gregory Beldon Jersey, based in Scotch Plains, raised received $66,417 from direct contri- house. Central Avenue business. The damaged and Jason Ropelski to the Ido Zairi of 548 Washington Street writers. In addition to general window faces onto Park Street. $15,900 from direct public contribu- butions and $2,094 from other sources, • Mountainside Volunteer Fire Depart- tions, government grants and other giving them total revenue of $68,511. requested a series of variances to erect assignments, specific openings A Westfield resident reported that ment. The board will address a raffle exist starting in August to cover his motor vehicle was burglarized while support, spending $15,000 on pro- They spent $116,324 – $84,874 was an addition for a child’s bedroom, parked in the southside Westfield train application from the Knights of Co- grams. used towards management expenses family room and bathroom. Chair- the Scotch Plains-Fanwood station parking lot. The front passenger- lumbus #1 New Jersey Chapter for an Friends of Mindowaskin Park re- and the remaining $31,450 was used man Vince Wilt said the board would Board of Education and courts. side window had been broken and a com- off-premise prize raffle. ceived a total of $23,107, the net for fundraising purposes. deny the current request, and he asked Board of Education meetings pact disk player was removed from the Mayor Viglianti also mentioned profit from direct public contribu- More non-profits will be listed in the applicant to return to the Septem- vehicle. that the town would look to add a are typically held every other WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4 tions after $5,463 was taken out by next week’s newspaper. ber meeting with revised plans to street clock by the Valley National Thursday night and court is held • The superintendent of a Central Av- Bank commemorating reduce the lot coverage. both during the day and evening. enue apartment complex reported that Mountainside’s 1895 establishment. Please e-mail Lauren Pass at someone broke the fence enclosing the Mayor Viglianti envisions a brick pool area. fencing and patio surrounding a Vic- Become a subscriber! [email protected] of your • Manuel E. Goncalves, 32, of Union www.goleader.com interest and background. was arrested and charged with lewdness. torian clock in the vein of those of He is alleged to have exposed himself to Fanwood, Garwood and Clark. He three female adults after approaching them has received positive feedback from in his motor vehicle in the 1100 block of Valley National Bank and the clock South Avenue, West. The suspect, who company who designed Fanwood’s police said was traced through his license digital atomic clock nearby the plate, was later released on his own re- Fanwood train station. cognizance. “Think about it,” Mayor Viglianti FRIDAY, AUGUST 6 • said. “It would be a beautiful asset to Karla Vasquez, 23, of South Plainfield our town to put right in the center with was arrested and charged with shoplifting $160 worth of jewelry from a North ‘1895’ memorializing the borough.” Avenue store. She was released on her The board will conduct second read- own recognizance. ing and public hearing on an ordi- SUNDAY, AUGUST 8 nance amending borough code chap- • Diana F. Yassa, 37, of Edison was ter 7-10, traffic, as it relates to the arrested and charged with shoplifting at a governance of parking along Bristol North Avenue store after being detained Road South. The council will issue for allegedly concealing a blouse worth first reading and introduction on two $54. She was released with a summons. ordinances. One amends the borough MONDAY, AUGUST 9 • code chapter IX, building and hous- Tara Strogov, 19, of Scotch Plains ing, to establish the requirement of a was arrested and charged with shoplifting two pairs of earrings worth $100 at a survey for construction of any new business in the 600 block of North Av- foundation. The other ordinance enue, West. She was released on her own amends a prior law, fixing salary ranges recognizance. for certain municipal employees. USPS 485200 Thursday, August 12, 2004 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 SIXTY CENTS OUR 46TH YEAR – ISSUE NO. 33-46 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] Sewerage Costs Scheduled to Increase Over 100 Percent in Local Towns By LAUREN S. PASS assessment of their homes. In order to premature to make any decisions their share of the RVSA and the ac- Specially Written for The Times change the way residents are billed, it about it. tual numbers “greatly exceeds pro- Over the next four years, munici- would take a unanimous vote by the He did say that allowing the RVSA jections.” He said that the increases pal property taxes will go up nearly commissioners. Because the sewer- to do its own billing would “create need to be investigated. $200 per household in Westfield, age cost is included in the tax bill, it another layer of bureaucracy.” Scotch Plains’ northern end is part Scotch Plains and Mountainside due is tax-deductible for residents. He added that non-profits would be of the RVSA, while most of the south- to increasing costs from the Rahway Scotch Plains representative Joan billed for sewerage. Tthey are not ern side is connected to the Plainfield Valley Sewerage Authority (RVSA). Papen, who said she was against the billed now because they don’t pay Area Regional Sewerage Authority In 2001, the RVSA settled litiga- idea, said that “it did come up, but the property tax. (PARSA). tion requiring them to implement an large percentage of commissioners However, the township is “going to Scotch Plains Township Manager improvement plan to terminate ille- were against it.” She did not know of be realizing some incredibly high in- Tom Atkins said that if the RVSA gal discharge into the Rahway River. the chairman’s letter. creases” from RVSA, which in part switches to individual billing and The total project will cost $174 Scotch Plains Mayor Martin Marks are because of the improvement PARSA does not, RVSA members million and includes tripling the said that although the council has project. He said that the township will not only be paying their RVSA Cory Mermer for The Times amount of water the facility can pro- touched on the topic, he felt it was previously received projections on bills, but also a portion of PARSA REAL ACTION…Performers provide a realistic treat to the audience at the cess. through their taxes, even though they “Kid’s Kingdom” festival Sunday at the Watchung Reservation during a medi- Currently, the RVSA charges mem- CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 eval tournament show. The fair was sponsored by Union County. ber towns a total of $913 per million gallons, making it one of the least expensive authorities in the state. The new costs will put the authority at Republican National Convention $2,050 per million gallons, an average for the state, according to data provided by the Atlantic County Utili- ties Authority. The data showed one Delegates Value Party Principles of the most expensive authorities in By MICHAEL POLLACK egates. We attend many of the same (R-7) and Janet Frigerio, will attend the state to be North Hudson, at $5,020 Specially Written for The Times meetings, and if a delegate isn’t this year’s convention. While their per million gallons. Following Boston’s Democratic present, we take their place.” The experiences are varied, all of the del- Westfield currently pays Party festivities, New York City an- delegates are broken up by congres- egates said that the energy exuded by $1,399,500, a price that will go up ticipates hosting this year’s Republi- sional district. The 7th congressional a convention is awesome. 141.4 percent to $3,379,000. can National Convention later this district consists of three delegates “It’s an enormous celebration of Mountainside currently pays month. Amid heightened security and and three alternates. Senator Kean, democracy,” Senator Bagger said, $388,125 and will experience a price the backdrop of the 9/11 terror at- Jr. said there are many different cir- commenting on his second conven- increase of 134.2 percent, up to tacks, the GOP will call New York cumstances as to why a person is tion as a delegate. “There’s nothing $909,000. Scotch Plains currently home to its convention for the first selected to be a delegate. “The ties quite like it. It’s full of energy and pays $685,125, which will go up 131.9 time in history. According to that bind are working hard and ad- enthusiasm, as was evident in Boston percent to $1,589,000. 2004nycgop.org, 2509 delegates and vancing the Republican Party mes- for the DNC. It will be no different in Debt service will ramp up from 2344 alternate delegates will attend sage.” New York than was seen in Philadel- now to 2008 and will then level off the convention. Local politicians and influential phia [in 2000]. There is so much during the years 2009 to 2023, ending State Senator Tom Kean, Jr. (R- GOP members, including Senator energy and electricity in these events. in 2024. 21), an alternate delegate, explained Kean, Jr., former Westfield Mayor It’s not a lot of votes or policy, but it’s According to Westfield Town Ad- that alternate delegates “have similar and State Senator Richard Bagger the kickoff to the general election I ministrator James Gildea, Scotch responsibilities to the regular del- (R-21), Congressman Mike Ferguson CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 Plains Township Manager Tom Atkins and Scotch Plains Mayor Martin Marks, the current cost projections Non-Profit Organizations in Westfield, are significantly higher than those the towns received in 2001. Mr. Atkins requested that the RVSA detail the specifics of the cost increases. SP and FW Reveal Annual Finances The RVSA is governed by a Board By VICTORIA MCCABE tion revenue to other sources of sup- worth of program expenses and of Commissioners that includes rep- Specially Written for The Times port. Their expenses totaled $269,361 $185,798 worth of management ex- resentatives from Clark, Cranford, The following non-profit organi- – $189,914 went towards program penses. Garwood, Kenilworth, Mountainside, zations in Westfield, Scotch Plains expenses, $71,815 went towards man- The New Jersey Hospice Organi- Rahway, Roselle Park, Scotch Plains, and Fanwood listed contributions and agement expenses and $7,632 went zation raised a total of $201,311 from Springfield, Westfield and expenses for the 2003-2004 year. towards fundraising efforts. direct contributions, program service Woodbridge. While other communi- The Firemen’s Mutual Benevolent The Scotch Plains Rescue Squad revenue and other sources. Expenses ties, including Fanwood, are also con- Association (FMBA) #30 of Westfield received $178,111 from direct and nected to the RVSA, they do not have totaled $209,964, including $173,972 received $69,623 from direct contri- indirect public contributions and from in program expenses. members on the board. butions and other support, and they other support, including $29,000 in Additionally, Chairman Frank The Hepatitis C Association raised spent $77,826 on programs, manage- government grants. They spent $49,983 from direct public contribu- Mazzarella from Clark sent a letter to ment and fundraising. $155,270 on programs, management the member towns asking them to Police Benevolent Association #90 tions and $298 from other support for and fundraising. total revenue of $50,281. They spent consider billing individual Westfield took in a total of $67,309 The Visiting Health Services of homeowners for the sewerage costs, from direct public contributions after $32,575 on program and manage- Union County took in $1,835,024 – ment expenses. rather than including it in the tax bill. $13,594 was deducted by other sup- $1,436,193 from program service rev- Residents are currently billed by the port sources. Their expenses, which enue, $26,770 from direct and indi- The YMCA of Westfield raised covered program and management rect public contributions, $313,928 $6,556,215 – $320,133 from direct expenses and fundraising, totaled from government grants and $58,133 and indirect public contributions, Mayor Marks Leads S. Plains $77,239. from other support sources. They $3,836,389 from program service The United Way of Westfield raised spent $1,821,169 on $1,635,371 CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 $789,123 from $772,498 in direct public contributions and $16,625 in other support. They spent $712,435 Delegation to Italian Sister City on programs and $122,349 on man- Television Stations Cooperate agement for a total of $834,784 in By FRED ROSSI the long-time roots that make up Donatelli, Perrucci, Sorge and Specially Written for The Times expenses. present-day Scotch Plains. Sangiuliano, that are still known in The Westfield Foundation received On Political Talk Show Pilot It was arrivederci to America and A century ago, an influx of immi- the community today. Mayor Martin $934,186 from direct public contri- By MICHAEL POLLACK man Jon Bramnick (R-21) and Horace buon giorno Italia this week as a grants from Montazzoli, Italy arrived Marks led a 21-member group that butions and other support sources, Specially Written for The Times Corbin, publisher of The Westfield group of Scotch Plains residents in Scotch Plains with surnames in- left for Italy on Monday night and and they spent $346,885 on program Local television stations TV 34 of Leader and The Scotch Plains- headed across the Atlantic to visit the cluding Appezzato, Checchio, will spend three days in Montazzoli, and management expenses and Scotch Plains and TV 36 of Westfield Fanwood Times. The second show small village that provided many of DiNizo, DelNegro, DiFrancesco, a small village of about 1,200 resi- fundraising. will cooperate on a political talk show included State Senator Tom Kean Jr. dents that is situated in a mountain- The Westfield Neighborhood Coun- pilot that will air jointly on both net- (R-21) and Greg Marx, Editor of The ous region of Chieti province, about cil collected $118,477 in direct and works. Cranford Chronicle and Record Press. 20 miles from the Adriatic Sea. indirect public contributions, and they Scotch Plains’ TV’s William Guests discussed issues ranging from SP Planning Bd. Backs The trip comes 15 months after a spent $133,707 on program and man- McMeekan Jr. and Westfield’s Doug the Westfield parking deck to Governor 30-member delegation of agement expenses and on fundraising. Black will work together in the first James McGreevey and the controver- Montazzolesis visited Scotch Plains The Fanwood Community Foun- major joint venture between the neigh- sies surrounding his top fundraisers. to mark the 10-year anniversary of dation received $3,104 from direct boring towns’ television networks. Other lighter segments focused on play- Conservation Proposal the establishment of a sister city rela- public contributions and spent $800 Last Friday, both crews taped the ful “bets” on future events. tionship between the two towns. The on program expenses. first two episodes of “UC CHAT with The shows will air in September By FRED ROSSI though there is no ordinance desig- Steve Krakauer,” a political talk show Specially Written for The Times group, which includes Mayor Marks, The Westfield Volunteer Rescue and October on TV-36 in Westfield, nating it as such. Councilwoman Carolyn Sorge and focusing on Union County issues, as TV-34 in Scotch Plains and may be The Scotch Plains Planning Board Squad received $251,317 from direct “As land has become more scarce, former Mayor Mauro Checchio, will public contributions after distribut- well as statewide and national topics. shown on TV-35 in Fanwood and TV- backed the Township Council’s pro- we’ve been looking for land to be CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 ing $69,114 of their total contribu- The first show featured Assembly- 36 in New Providence as well. posal to re-zone a two-acre piece of conserved where possible,” said township-owned property to prevent Councilwoman Paulette Coronato any future development. At its Mon- on Monday. “We need to conserve day night meeting, the board voted open space. We need to conserve to recommend to the council that the green areas.” property at 935 Crestwood Road, The board expects the council to just south of Morse Avenue, be re- consider a zoning ordinance to make zoned from a ‘P-Public’ zone to a the change sometime this fall. ‘C-Conservation’ zone. The C- zone In other business, board member designates certain township-owned Robert LaCosta voted to memorial- tracts of land as being off-limits to ize four resolutions that were ap- development of any kind, be it resi- proved at its June 14 meeting. Mr. dential or commercial, or the devel- LaCosta was the only member opment of a new park. The property, present on Monday night who had which snakes its way behind homes attended the board’s June 14 meet- on Seneca and Hill Roads, is pres- ing. Planning Board rules state that ently known informally as the only members who were present at Crestwood Wildlife Sanctuary even CONTINUED ON PAGE 8

PAGE INDEX Benjamin B. Corbin for The Times Benjamin B. Corbin for The Times Regional ...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 7 Real Estate .... 10-14 AT THE CONTROLS...William McMeekan Jr. of Scotch Plains TV-34 manned TALKING POLITICS...Steve Krakauer, center, hosted the pilot episode of “UC Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 14 Classifieds...... 13 the control booth at the television studio in Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School CHAT with Steve Krakauer” with guests State Senator Tom Kean, Jr., left, and Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 9-11 A&E ...... 15-16 during Friday’s taping of “UC CHAT with Steve Krakauer.” Cranford Cronicle Editor Greg Marx. Page 8 Thursday, August 12, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION FW Council Hears Residents’ Non-Profit Organizations Concerns of Flooding Issues Reveal Annual Finances By ELIZABETH CORRELL regulating the hours of garbage col- Specially Written for The Times lection in residential hours passed at CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 FANWOOD –Some Fanwood resi- Tuesday’s meeting. The ordinance revenue and $2,399,693 from other and fundraising efforts. dents experienced flooding and prop- was created in reaction to the com- sources. Their expenses totaled The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Mu- erty damage due to recent heavy plaints of many area residents about $6,462,145 – $5,664,874 devoted to sic Boosters Association received rains. Residents from Crest Lane and the noise of garbage trucks collect- program expenses, $699,471 to man- $195,907, all from direct public con- Carsam Street attended Tuesday’s ing at their homes as early as 4 a.m. agement, $13,000 to fundraising and tributions. They spent $193,410, de- council meeting to ask for assistance. Acceptable hours of collection on $84,800 to payments to affiliates. voting $120,986 to programs. One Crest Lane resident said that residential streets will now be from The YMCA of Fanwood-Scotch The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High the water comes in her front door 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., as is consistent with Plains amassed a total of $4,659,104 School Blue Raider Athletic Booster into her living area, which she feels state statues, said Councilman Stuart from $121,753 in direct public con- Club raised $41,007 from contribu- is “unacceptable.” She cited $10,000 Kline. tributions, $18,206 in indirect con- tions, programs and other support. Benjamin B. Corbin for The Times in damage to her basement. She The 9th Annual CONTACT We MEET THE PRESS...The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times publisher Horace Corbin, tributions, $2,837,682 in program They spent $56,418, $47,965 of stated that the Public Works Depart- Care 5K will be held at La Grande left, and Cranford Cronicle Editor Greg Marx, second from right, chatted with service revenue and $1,681,463 in which went toward program ex- ment did respond when called about Park on Saturday, August 21. Coun- Assemblyman Jon Bramnick (R-21), right, and State Senator Tom Kean, Jr.(R- other support. Expenses totaled penses. the two feet of water on the street cil President Mitchell presented a 21) during“UC CHAT with Steve Krakauer.” $4,151,746, including $3,241,015 in Friends of Cranford High School that “cascades” into her yard and proclamation to David Owens, the program expenses, $752,447 in man- Ice Hockey received $30,195 in di- under her house when cars drive by; Director of CONTACT We Care, a agement expenses, $84,840 in rect public contributions. They spent however, the Public Works employ- 24-hour phone line that assists those Republican National Convention fundraising expenses and $73,444 $29,975 in total, all but $2,000 of ees do not arrive until two hours in crisis. “We are expecting 350 par- in payments to affiliates. which went towards program ex- later, after the water has subsided. ticipants in the 5K race and 150 Delegates Value Party Principles The American Legion Martin penses. Wallberg Post #3 of Westfield re- The Parent School Association of Borough Attorney Dennis Estis children in the Kids Sprint, as well CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 suggested that the street should be as participants in the Children’s Spe- feel very patriotic about the demo- platform for President Bush but also ceived $50,285 in direct public con- Union County Magnet High School blocked off from traffic in the event cialized Hospital Wheelchair Invita- cratic process that gives voters a for an incumbent such as Congress- tributions and from other sources of received $12,689 and spent $11,467 of heavy rains. tional,” said Mr. Owens. Those in- choice. It’s a historically significant men Ferguson, who will challenge support. Their expenses, divided be- on programs and management and Another Crest Lane homeowner terested can pick up race applica- and symbolic event.” Retired Lieutenant Colonel Steve tween programs and management, in payments to affiliates. stated that his backyard has been tions at Borough Hall and the Me- Because of the historical signifi- Brozak for the congressional seat in totaled $44,286. The Parent Teacher Organization under two to three feet of water sev- morial Library. cance, many come to hear the key- November. The Veterans of Foreign Wars (PTO) at the Benjamin School in eral times this summer during the Council President Katherine note speakers, who often are links to “I am looking forward to meeting #11467 of Westfield collected $4,357 Westfield collected $94,163 from di- downpours. A Carsam Street neighbor Mitchell announced that the Fire the past. Mrs. Frigerio, who attended all the members of the military, their from direct public contributions and rect contributions and $4,018 from who lives behind the other two resi- Department’s Second Annual Kids the 1996 convention that nominated families and the veterans who will be other support, and they spent a total other support sources, totaling dents said that her yard is developing Fair is scheduled for Sunday, Sep- Bob Dole in San Diego, is attending in New York showing their support of $2,651 on program and manage- $98,181. Their expenses totaled a “sinkhole” and that she is concerned tember 12 at Borough Hall. Fire for the second time. for the Republican Party for its record ment expenses, fundraising and pay- $87,381 – $76,073 for programs, about the safety of her children, as safety information and demonstra- “I loved hearing (former President) of supporting our military,” Senator ments to affiliates. $1,943 for management and $9,365 well as other neighborhood children tions will be provided, as well as Gerald Ford speak in 1996,” she said. Ferguson said. “I look forward to The New Jersey Workshop for for fundraising. that often play in her yard. food and games. Families can have “I believe in the principles of this thanking them for their selfless ser- the Arts, based in Westfield, raised The PTO at Jefferson School in Councilman Jack Molenaar re- their car seats inspected for correct party and when you hear someone vice on behalf of our nation.” $1,022,882 in total, $993,829 from Westfield amassed $98,833, $97,322 sponded to these complaints, saying installation at the event. At a recent speak on why you share those values, Congressman Ferguson said that program service revenue and the of which came from direct public that the borough engineer will go out car seat check, almost every car seat it’s nice to hear. There are a lot of he is looking forward to the opportu- rest from public contributions and contributions, and they spent to the neighborhood this week to was installed incorrectly. exciting meetings, sessions and great nity to “present to the American other support. They spent a total of $96,685, $60,165 of which went to- determine how to handle the prob- “The Nature Center is looking for speakers that will talk about the plat- people what our vision is for keeping $1,085,346 – $968,769 on program wards fundraising. lem. In addition, he said that the new individual volunteers or groups inform.” the country safe, winning the war on expenses, $113,271 on manage- The PTO at McKinley School in storm system, which will soon be terested in doing a tree identification For Senator Kean, Jr., who comes terror and strengthening our economic ment expenses and $3,306 on Westfield collected $25,001 from di- installed on Corriell Avenue, should project,” Councilman Molenaar from a political family, choosing his recovery.” fundraising. rect contributions. $11,557 was alleviate much of the flooding dur- stated in his Land Use and Historic favorite convention event is a hard To outsiders, though, the primary The Westfield Symphony received spent: $10,295 for fundraising, ing heavy rains. This project will Preservation report. Once the trees decision, but he noted that it was his process can be construed as an un- a total of $388,780 from direct pub- $1,050 for program expenses and begin within two weeks. have been identified, the center will father who stuck out in his mind. necessary evil, especially because lic contributions, government grants, $212 for management expenses. Richard Marsden retired from his post markers to inform visitors about “My favorite moment was when New Jersey is the next to last state to program service revenue and other The PTO at Tamaques School re- position as borough engineer and the trees located at the site. my father gave the keynote speech in vote. The convention could also seem support sources. Their expenses, in- ceived $96,188 from $88,624 in di- was presented with a resolution Council President Katherine 1988 in New Orleans,” he said. “I like fluff as well to those not including $360,806 for programming, rect public contributions, $4,488 in honoring the 12 years of service he Mitchell presided over Tuesday’s loved the sheer energy and the posi- volved. However, local delegates de- $86,899 for management and program service revenue and $3,076 gave to the borough. Council Presi- council meeting, as Mayor Col- tive attitude you got after listening to fended the historical and political sig- $80,232 for fundraising, totaled in other support. They spent a total dent Katherine Mitchell presented leen Mahr is at home preparing for him. But truthfully, all the speakers nificance of the conventions and the $527,937. of $87,259 – $29,929 on program Mr. Marsden with a crystal plaque the arrival of her second child. The bring a different background and per- reasons why it matters to New Jersey, Westfield Young Artists Coopera- expenses, $4,794 on management engraved with the seal of Fanwood. newest member of the council, Jo- spective to the fold.” citing the convention’s close proxim- tive Theatre (WYACT) took in a to- expenses and $52,536 on A gift on behalf of the Public Works seph Higgins, attended his first For Senator Bagger, his memories ity to the Garden State. tal of $233,488 from direct public fundraising. Department was presented by Di- agenda meeting last Tuesday. He of past conventions are slightly dif- “This is my third convention, and contributions, government grants, The Parent Teacher Association rector Ray Manfra. Mr. Marsden fills the position of Michael ferent. He is an at-large alternate del- they are all unique and exciting. It’s program service revenue and other (PTA) of J. Ackerman Coles School has new full-time job, and Joseph Brennan, who resigned after three egate who is elected throughout the great to have a convention in our support sources. Their expenses, in Scotch Plains amassed $34,409, Pryor now acts as Fanwood’s bor- years due to a new job with addi- state, whereas an alternate delegate is region that will have value for New which included program and man- mainly from direct contributions. The ough engineer. tional responsibilities and time re- chosen from specific congressional Jersey,” Senator Kean, Jr. said. agement expenses and fundraising, majority of the $62,349 spent went In other business, an ordinance quirements. districts. While this is his second “It’s fitting that the Republican totaled $246,015. towards program expenses. convention, he has run more than Party gather in the nation’s largest The Little Opera Company of New The PTA of Scotch Plains School twice. and most diverse city to re-nominate Jersey, based in Scotch Plains, raised One received $26,453, mainly from Sewerage Costs to Increase “This is my third time running,” he President Bush. It has deep meaning $15,900 from direct public contri- direct contributions, and they spent said. “I lost a bid once in 1980 when to our nation since the terror attacks butions, government grants and other $23,644, $16,834 of which went to- I was in college. I pledged to George in September of 2001,” Congressman support, spending $15,000 on pro- wards fundraising. Over 100 Percent in Towns H.W. Bush when he ran against Ferguson said. grams. The PTA of the William J. McGinn CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Reagan. They ran against each other Congressman Ferguson added “it’s Friends of Mindowaskin Park re- Elementary School in Scotch Plains are not getting the service. new agreement, forming the in the primaries and whichever can- [the Republican Convention] impor- ceived a total of $23,107, the net received $66,417 from direct contri- Westfield representative Allen Rahway Valley Sewerage Author- didate wins chooses their delegates tant because it gives viewers the op- profit from direct public contribu- butions and $2,094 from other Chin, vice chairman of the com- ity. This agreement was revised in to go to the convention. It was a rare portunity to hear the Republican tions after $5,463 was taken out by sources, giving them total revenue mission, said, “I want to see how 1995. time when the next president would Party’s platform for protecting our other supporters. They spent $7,826 of $68,511. They spent $116,324 – the mayor and town council feel…I The wastewater, which has gone run against the eventual vice presi- homeland, lowering taxes, growing on programs and management. $84,874 was used towards manage- don’t really have a position.” He through the treatment process, is dent and successor.” our economy, and winning the war on The Education Fund of Westfield ment expenses and the remaining did say that it would cost the RVSA released into the Arthur Kill, and raised $85,469 from direct public $31,450 was used for fundraising more to bill people individually. the waste by-products that remain This time around though, the at- terror.” tention rests squarely on President “It’s a chance to have an hour speak- contributions and other sources of purposes. Mountainside Mayor Robert are sent to the sludge handling and support, spending $76,643 on pro- More non-profits will be listed in Viglianti said, “I don’t have any processing facilities. RVSA oper- George W. Bush’s shoulders. The ing unfiltered to the American public on GOP will showcase California Gov- the themes and the platform of the party,” grams and $2,607 on management next week’s newspaper. idea how they would have the juris- ates three gravity thickener tanks, for a total of $79,250 in expenses. diction to do that (bill individu- two gravity belt mechanical thick- ernor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Senator Bagger said. “It allows the vot- former New York City Mayor Rudy ers to make an informed decision and is The Union County Educational Become a subscriber! als).” eners, three anaerobic digestion Services Foundation, based in tanks, four sludge storage tanks and Giuliani, who will address the del- a key moment in the campaign.” He questioned what recourse the Westfield, received $81,750 from www.goleader.com or authority would have to make sure a sludge dewatering facility. The egates throughout the convention. “I feel the RNC will be meaningful $79,615 in direct public contribu- Call (908) 232-4407 people paid, unlike the town, which sludge dewatering facility became “We will boast great leadership in for Westfield because the convention has the ability to take a house. He fully operational in 1991. It pro- Rudy Giuliani, John McCain and is taking place across the river in New tions and $2,135 in other support. said that a separate company or cesses the wet sludge into a drier Arnold Schwarzenegger. These are York and it’s so close,” he added. Their total expenses of $73,353 in- utility would have to be formed and product, which is then removed by very impressive people,” Senator “New York really is America’s great- cluded $23,613 in program expenses, Italy Visit wondered if it was the work of the contractors for beneficial reuse, in- Kean, Jr. said. est city. As Rudy Giulaini said, $4,170 in management expenses and Democratic Freeholder Board. cluding land reclamation and agri- However, President Bush is the ‘America is the capital of the world.’” $45,570 in fundraising expenses. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 The RVSA was organized in 1928 cultural application. focal point. He will deliver the Re- The College Club of Fanwood – visit Milan, Venice and Florence as the “Rahway Valley Joint Meet- James Wancho, P.E. of Paulus, publican Party’s platform and make Scotch Plains raised $37,778, mainly before arriving in Montazzoli this ing.” In 1951, the original nine mem- Sokolowski and Sartor, LLC is the the party’s case to its base. He is the Writers from direct public contributions. Be- weekend. They will then spend a ber municipalities entered into a consulting engineer; Brian Hak, man the audience came to see. tween program expenses, manage- few days in Rome before return- Esq. from Weiner Lesniak, LLP is “During the speech by the presi- ment expenses and fundraising, they ing to the United States next Thurs- serving as legal counsel; James Wanted day. While in Montazzoli, most of dent, it will be hard not to be standing spent a total of $26,164. Fagan of the NW Financial Group, the visitors from Scotch Plains Planning Bd. on a chair cheering,” Senator Bagger The Westfield Leader and The The Westfield High School (WHS) LLC is serving as the financial ad- Times of Scotch Plains- Ice Hockey Association raised will stay at the homes of family CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 visor; Virginia Edwards, Esq. of said. “It’s like a political rock con- members, as the Montazzolesis did the earlier meeting during which the cert. They have a terrific lineup of Fanwood newspapers are seek- $84,224 from direct public contri- Connell Foley, LLP is serving as butions, program service revenue and when they visited in May 2003. business currently being considered bond counsel and Robert Butvilla speakers. Mayor Giuliani is someone ing freelance writers. In addi- Among the activities planned in was discussed can cast votes. Be- I have great admiration for. He was a tion to general assignments, other support, and they spent $74,645 cause Mr. LaCosta was the only one of Suplee, Clooney and Company is that was mainly used for program Montazzoli, according to Council- serving as the auditor. great mayor and a national leader.” specific openings exist starting woman Sorge, is attending a local of the five members at Monday’s “I’m very excited to hear President expenses and fundraising. meeting to have been present at the Mr. Tokarski can be reached at in August to cover the Scotch The WHS Marching Band Parents town government meeting where (732) 388-0868 extension 215, by Bush speak,” Mrs. Frigerio said. Mayor Marks will present a framed June meeting, he alone voted in favor Plains-Fanwood Board of Edu- Association received $85,878 from e-mail at “These next five years are critical in photograph of last year’s visit to of memorializing the resolutions and cation and courts. direct public contributions after giv- approving the minutes. [email protected]. how they will affect the lives of my Scotch Plains and a Township The RVSA’s website is children. I believe a change in admin- Board of Education meetings ing $1,003 to other sources of sup- Council resolution commemorat- The next scheduled Planning Board port. Expenses totaling $103,821 meeting is Monday September 13. www.rahwayvalleysa.com. istration, considering the current cir- are typically held every other ing this week’s visit. There are also cumstances, would be horrible.” Thursday night and court is held went toward programs, management expected to be nightly dinners with The convention will present an both during the day and evening. and fundraising efforts, totaled. the Scotch Plainians and their Ital- opportunity for politicians, especially Please e-mail Lauren Pass at The Westfield School Boosters ian hosts along with other festivi- those in upcoming electoral races, to [email protected] of your Association received a net of $80,853 ties. The delegation departed from address the public and make a cameo. interest and background. after giving $5,952 to other sources Scotch Plains after gathering at the The convention not only provides a of support. They spent a total of Italian-American Club on Valley $79,536 on programs, management Avenue.

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By Mary Alyce Torpy For The Westfield Leader and The Times Editor’s Note: Mary Alyce of My last stop in Colombia was Cranford is known in the area from Tayrona National Park, absolutely

Aitoff Projection; Azimuthal; her days as a bartender(Modified Azimuthalat the Equidistant); Jolly incredible, but a nightmare to get lost Neither Conformal or Equal-area; Trolley in Westfield. SheDavid Aitoff; is 1889 reporting in! Tayrona is one of Colombia’s most on her solo adventuresInterruptions by J.in Paul Goode;South Date unknown popular parks. The park’s beaches America this summer. Her first ar- are bordered by coral reefs with great ticle was July 8 and this appears to be snorkeling and magnificent sunrises the conclusion. and sunsets. ***** The park contains two restaurants Well, I have to begin by saying that and three hotels, located right on the TAKING STOCK...Steve Brozak of Westfield, candidate for Congress in the I was a bit hesitant about traveling to ocean. Well, I use that word hotel Seventh Congressional District, calls for elimination of capital gains tax on Colombia, which is probably normal, rather loosely; they are actually cov- COLOMBIAN FRIENDS...Mary Alyce Torpy of Cranford makes friends with medical research. Mr. Brozak is pictured above last week opening the American since it is number 21 on the list of ered hammocks and outdoor showers children in Pueblito, Columbia. Stock Exchange prior to issuing his statement. Travel Warnings issued by the De- ($2 per day, but lockers are included). partment of State. This time I took a My new-found British friend and I Congressional Campaign Release few more precautions than usual and managed to hike from the beach Westfield TV-36 Viewing I also traveled with a British woman through the jungle, and into the small whom I met in Venezuela (I figured town of Pueblito. Pueblito is a small Mr. Brozak Seeks Tax Break they always make excellent allies in residential town built in Pre-Colom- Schedule Announced times of trouble). bian times by the Tayrona Indians, a WESTFIELD – WCT-36 sets the Saturday, August 14, 21, 28 and For Med. Research Firms Thus far, the rewards of the beauty group that still exists today and re- viewing schedule listed below for the September 4, Eye on the Y at 7 a.m.; and enchantment that this country tains a traditional life. month of August. Please contact the YMCA at 150, at 7:30 a.m.; WHS at WESTFIELD – Shortly after open- more corporations will be able to holds have been well worth the risks. The guidebook stated that the hike WCT staff by phone at (908) 789- 10 a.m.; Community Calendar at 6 ing the American Stock Exchange in invest in new health care technology. The northern coast of Colombia of- would take approximately three hours 4040 x4094 or by email at p.m.; WHS at 7 p.m. New York City last week, Steve “Our tax policies must reflect the fers everything ranging from the Span- round trip. I soon found out that trails [email protected] or for school Sunday; August 15, 22, 29 and Sep- Brozak, a retired Lieutenant Colonel investment that these companies can ish colonial town of Cartagena, to in this country are unmarked, so the programming, the WHSTV-36 staff tember 5, Eye on the Y at 7 a.m.; in the Marines and the Democratic make in prolonging life and expanding excellent scuba diving in Santa Marta, hike took six hours. When we arrived at (908) 789-4622 with suggestions YMCA at 150 at 7:30 a.m.; WHS at 10 candidate for Congress in New medical opportunities,” he concluded. and an incredible six-day hike through in Pueblito completely dehydrated, or program submittals. a.m.; Community Calendar at 6 p.m.; Jersey’s Seventh Congressional Dis- He was a member of the Marine the jungle to Ciudad Perdida (the we were greeted by three young Thursdays, August 12, 19, 26 & Make You Wanna Dance at 9:30 p.m.; trict, pledged to repeal long-term capi- Reserves while working for the fi- Lost City, built in the 11th century). Tayrona children selling water. We September 2, Eye on the Y at 7 a.m.; Lecture Series, Town Clerk at 10 p.m.; tal gains taxes on any company dedi- nancial industry in the biotech sector, Cartagena is a beautifully painted made a bit of small talk while drink- Make You Wanna Dance with John Cooking Thyme at 10:30 p.m.; Access cating a percentage of its revenue to and continues his work as an advo- colonial city surrounded by a Las ing what seemed like 30 gallons of Russitano & Kara Shovlin, Begin- NJ at 11 p.m.; Eye on the Y at 11:30 medical research and development. cate in the field of stem cell research. Murallas, thick walls which were built water. ning Hustle at 7:30 a.m.; Board of p.m.; Make You Wanna Dance at 12 “Corporations dedicating a percent- Mr. Brozak co-founded the firm of for protection during the late 16th cen- Unfortunately for us, they were the Education (BOE) Meeting at 8 a.m.; a.m.; Hello Neighbor at 12:30 a.m. age of their resources to curing life- Westfield Bakerink & Brozak LLC, tury. You could easily spend hours only people in the town and were Westfield High School (WHS) Pro- Monday, August 15, 22, 29 & Sep- threatening illnesses deserve to be an investment bank specializing in strolling down the streets and admir- unable to provide us with return di- gramming at 11 a.m.; Community tember 5, Swing Band “Nostalgia” rewarded for their innovation,” said biotechnology, medical devices and ing the elaborately colored buildings. rections. Subsequently, we purchased Calendar at 6 p.m.; BOE at 7 p.m., Concert at 7 a.m.; Lecture Series Mr. Brozak. “Eliminating long-term healthcare research. The seafood is incredible and the tropi- as much water as we could carry, and WHS at 10 p.m.; Town Clerk at 8:30 a.m.; Historical capital gains taxes allows them to cal coco loco drinks, which you sip made our way back through the jungle. Friday, August 13, 20, 27 & Sep- Society Lecture Series-Ancient Egypt pursue their work and invest even Date Set For POW/MIA from coconuts, really make you forget Well, I think this will serve as my tember 3, Historical Society Lecture at 9 a.m.; Town Council Meeting at 10 more in providing much needed health about the two airplanes and three hot last article, since Internet access is Series- Town Clerk, Bernard Heeney a.m.; UBS Fundraiser for families of care solutions.” Remembrance Day buses that it took to get there. It was a difficult to come by in Colombia and at 7 a.m.; Cooking Thyme, local soldiers who gave their lives in “The Seventh Congressional Dis- A ceremony for POW/MIA Re- nice change of pace and felt more like I plan to spend the remainder of my Barbequing with Chef David Iraq at 11:30 a.m.; Town Council trict is the heart of the bio-medical membrance Day will be held on Fri- a relaxing trip to Europe than a rough time here. See you all in Westfield! Martone at 7:30 a.m.; Access NJ at 8 Meeting at 2 p.m.; UBS at 3:30 p.m.; industry,” said Mr. Brozak. “Once we day, Sept. 17 at 11:15 a.m. in front of adventure in Colombia. a.m.; Eye on the Y, Summer Camps at YMCA at 150 at 5 p.m. elect an administration and Congress the county court house in Elizabeth. Heading east of Cartagena, I found WF Fire Department 8:30 a.m.; Make You Wanna Dance Community Calendar at 6 p.m.; that will support embryonic stem cell All veterans, public officials and the my way to what is probably the cheap- at 9 a.m.; Hello Neighbor, profiling Swing Band at 7 p.m.; Lecture Series research and other new innovations public are invited to attend. For more est scuba diving in South America. To Host Golf Outing Charles Whitehead & Eagle Scout Town Clerk at 8:30 p.m.; Lecture Se- to cure diseases ranging from diabe- information, please call the UC Free- Santa Marta and Taganga offer the WESTFIELD – The Westfield Candidates Kevin Devaney & Gre- ries- Ancient Egypt, at 9 p.m.; Town tes to Alzheimer’s to cancer, even holders at (908) 527-4100. PADI three-day certification course Firemen’s Mutual Benevolent As- gory Ryan, Jr. at 9:30 a.m.; America’s Council Meeting at 10 p.m.; UBS at for $160 and two open-water dives sociation Local #30 is sponsoring a Haven-YMCA at 150 at 1 p.m.; Lec- 11:30 p.m. run about $40 USD. Just for laughs, golf outing at Echo Lake Country ture Series, Town Clerk at 2 p.m.; Tuesday, August 17, 24, 31 & Sep- price that in the United States. Under- Club in Westfield on Monday, Oc- Cooking Thyme at 2:30 p.m.; Access tember 7, Eye on the Y at 7 a.m.; Make standably enough, if Colombia is not tober 18. NJ at 3 p.m.; Eye on the Y at 3:30 You Wanna Dance at 7:30 a.m.; BOE your choice for the next vacation, the For more information on the p.m.; Make You Wanna Dance at 4 at 8 a.m.; WHS at 11 a.m.; BOE at 3 islands off the coast of Honduras and event, please call Mike Giordano at p.m.; Hello Neighbor at 4:30 p.m.; p.m.; Community Calendar at 6 p.m.; Belize also offer similar packages. (908) 668-8228. YMCA at 150 at 5 p.m.; Community WHS at 7 p.m.; BOE at 11 p.m. Calendar at 6 p.m.; Lecture Series, Wednesday, August 18, 25, Sep- Town Clerk at 7 p.m.; Cooking Thyme tember 1 & 8: same programming NEED AFTER SCHOOL CARE at 7:30 p.m.; Access NJ at 8 p.m.; schedule as Mondays. Eye on the Y at 8:30 p.m.; Make You When taped programming ends THIS FALL? Wanna Dance at 9 p.m.; Hello Neigh- each evening, it is followed by Com- bor at 9:30 p.m. munity Calendar. 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Academic excellence is Few trees look as beautiful as When they can do this, it raises other deciduous softwood trees. a cornerstone of Catholic schools. the graceful weeping willows. civic havoc. Copper sulphate It is brittle and easily broken so According to a pleasant leg- solutions can be used to kill the the limbs should not grow over • Our elementary schools students outperform end, weeping willows were offending roots (but check local homes, pools, patios, garages or other students in the U.S. in all academic planted along the riverbanks of ordinances before using this other structures. The branches Babylon. Many times King methodology). are too likely to break under ex- areas. In many grades the average Catholic David was found sitting among If planning to plant weeping cess weight from snow or ice. school student is achieving at or above the top these trees with his harp, lament- willows, keep them away from After storms, a good many quarter of students in the U.S. ing over the sins of our world. sidewalks and driveways. The willow trees uproot. The tree • Graduates of our elementary schools attend the The famous Babylon hanging roots grow under these ground- roots, especially in soggy ground gardens also included some level structures. As they become near the surface, just cannot hold finest Catholic and specialized high schools in weeping willows. bigger, the sidewalks and drive- up the trees. Weeping willows New Jersey. Willow trees are large and ways develop surface bulges. are subject to more than their • Our high schools have an impressive rate of stately and when the wind blows Weeping willow roots usually share of “V” crotches, requiring students pursuing higher education; over 97% of their thin leaves dance in the air. grow near ground levels and, rodding and cabling. Good reasons to plant weeping frequently and erratically, wrap All of this is not to suggest the Class of 2003 are in a college or university willows? Yes, and so is the fact themselves around other roots or scrapping plans to plant weeping program. that they grow rapidly. But there the trunks of their own or other willows or that your present wil- • More than 200 of our high school seniors are are cautions to be considered. trees. These are called “gir- low trees ought to be removed. Bloustein scholars. 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They constrict the flow of sap 908-233-TREE Bergen, Essex, Hudson and Union counties Weeping willows, known for and become simply unsightly. 121 elementary schools • 36 secondary schools • 52,500 students their thirsts, satisfy those needs The weeping willows’ wood For Instant Reply- Call: 908-482-8855 www.rcan.org/schools by getting into storm sewers, falls into the same category as “An education for the future, faith for a lifetime.” leach fields and water reservoirs. the poplar, silver maple and PAID BULLETIN BOARD A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, August 12, 2004 Page 3 Senator Tom Kean, Jr. Indicates That He Might Challenge Governor McGreevey in 2005 Election By MICHAEL POLLACK Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and transparent system of government so The Times it’s open for easy viewing to the pub- WESTFIELD – State Senator Tom lic. The pay-to-play bill, as I envi- Kean, Jr. (R-21) will turn 36 in Sep- sioned it, was if you give more than tember, making him old enough to $400 per individual or $5,000 per run for President of the United States. company, you’d be precluded from For now, however, Senator Kean, getting contracts over $17,500 on any Jr. is mulling running for governor in basis.” 2005, which the senator confirmed “The (pay-to-play) system is cor- Tuesday during an interview with The rupting as I see it,” Senator Kean, Jr. Westfield Leader and The Scotch added. “If the leadership were truly Plains-Fanwood Times. interested in reforming it, they would. If Senator Kean, Jr. decides to run I want decisions based on merit, in the 2005 gubernatorial race, he thereby lowering the cost of govern- will vie for the position with Bret ment. I will work on real pay-to-play Schundler, who has announced his reform, not this sham bill that the interest in unseating Governor James governor has suggested.” Horace Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times SUMMER PLANNING...The Westfield Jaycees attend their summer planning McGreevey. Senator Kean, Jr. said that Gover- session last Thursday evening at the home of Cara and Jim Foerst. Among other “I’m trying to do the best possible nor McGreevey’s decisions on pay- things, spicy chicken wings and spare ribs were served. The Jaycees is a service job as I can as a state senator right to-play “are extremely cynical be- organization that undertakes projects for the community. Pictured above, from now,” Senator Kean, Jr. said when cause they don’t go into effect until Benjamin B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times the left, are James Murray and Bob Devaney discussing ideas for the fall. For more asked if he’d consider running, be- 2006, after his election prospects, THE NEXT GOVERNOR?...New Jersey State Senator Tom Kean, Jr. (R-21) of information on the Jaycees, please e-mail [email protected] or call (908)233- fore relenting, “I will be making that which look awful.” Westfield discusses issues he believes to be important for the state at The Leader/ 3840. Times office on Tuesday. Pictured above, from the left, are: Publisher Horace decision this fall.” He said that Governor McGreevey’s Corbin and Senator Kean, Jr. He said that as governor, he would solution doesn’t fix the problem of focus on fiscal accountability and wheeling – the unlimited transfer of Senator Kean, Jr. said he wanted to along with Assemblymen Jon Bramnick NY/NJ Port Auth. Expands responsibility, environmental protec- money between county and munici- make sure there is no nexus between and Eric Muñoz, M.D. (R-21). tion, health insurance and property pal political organizations (during contributor cash and government con- “We were successful on a biparti- tax reforms. elections). tracted business. He believes merit- san basis to say that arts are important Rail Freight and EZPass First and foremost, however, he “The Democrats are saying if you based decision making lowers the in the state,” Senator Kean, Jr. re- wants to abolish pay-to-play pacts give contracts at the county level, you cost of government. marked. AREA — Last week, the Port of stalled by next summer at the that offer no-bid contracts to busi- can give to state and municipal levels Under the current system, he said, He is also investigating county gov- New York and New Jersey approved Outerbridge Crossing bridge con- nesses that perform governmental as well,” Senator Kean, Jr. said. “Theo- “there is a chance the best person ernment and sponsored a bill creating a major redevelopment plan to in- necting Perth Amboy with Staten work. retically, somebody can say, ‘I’ll help wasn’t hired and you get shoddy work- a commission to study the effective- crease rail freight capacity in Eliza- Island. The $9.9-million project will If elected as governor, he said that you on the county level, but you can’t manship or the infamous change or- ness of county government. beth and to expand the use of EZPass be a pilot program for all the Port all efforts will be exhausted to end give it to my county accountant, you ders.” he said that more competition “I am ensuring that counties are as with an installation at the Authority’s bridges. Eventually, E- “wasteful” governmental spending can give to the city election fund.’ The drives down the cost of the jobs, and efficient as they can be. I argue that Outerbridge Crossing Bridge in ZPass is planned for the George and stress fiscal responsibility after city then gives the money to the enhanced competence can be there are some questions about that. Perth Amboy. Washington, Goethals and Bayonne an administration that “has been vo- county. I want to block the whole achieved. There’s a question of how the levels The board authorized $5 million bridges. racious in its appetite for finding network and curtail the wheeling be- Senator Kean, Jr. said he has been work together and overlap. I remain in planning and design funds to ex- The Outerbridge Crossing project money and transferring money.” cause they are influencing elections very involved in the Catastrophic Ill- firm in my view that you look in the pand the new ExpressRail Elizabeth will create two barrier-free toll lanes “I will work for real pay-to-play and should be dealt with like PACs ness in Children Relief Fund that Donald middle and expand out both ways. Intermodal Facility at the Elizabeth- for motorists to travel through the reform,” he said. “I want a clean and (Political Action Committees).” DiFrancesco started when he was in the “I tried to get the bill done this Port Authority Marine Terminal from toll plaza at 45 mph, the speed limit state senate over a decade ago. spring, after the governor had his 10 to 18 tracks. The facility will posted for the bridge. Motorists will “I drafted the bill that was signed ‘property tax punt’ in terms of the begin operations in September. pass through an overhead gantry into law,” he said. “It used to end at age constitutional convention. I changed The authorization also provides that will house equipment for read- 18 and it said the fund may reimburse. it from an 18-month timeline to a year for planning and design of a second ing E-ZPass transponders and en- I said they should be able to be reim- to have real time to discuss it. lead track to allow trains to arrive forcing toll violations at the faster bursed until 21. I don’t believe it may “We could have the report out by and depart the facility simulta- speed. reimburse you. If you meet the crite- June and use the gubernatorial de- neously. The partial relocation of rion, you shall be reimbursed.” bates to discuss the recommenda- Bay Avenue will be reviewed to PUBLIC NOTICE “It’s one of these pools of money that tions,” Senator Kean, Jr. said. “Are increase safety by minimizing the TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS people can identify, especially because doughnut-hole towns like Morristown possibility of road/rail conflicts. ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT it’s successful,” he said. “The money and Morris Township still needed? The board also authorized a 10- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at the goes straight to the parents and the kids. The only way to get out of Morristown year agreement with Millennium meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjust- It’s one of the best programs we have. without going through Morris Town- Rail, under which the firm will opment of the Township of Scotch Plains It’s at the vanguard of any program of ship is by air. Are historical lines of held on July 8, 2004, the following decision its sort in the country. We can’t take erate and maintain ExpressRail of the Board was memorialized: counties flawed? Elizabeth starting in September. money out of a dedicated fund that goes “This report can lower property Granted a Variance with conditions to directly to parents and kids. We should Millennium Rail is a joint venture Michael A. Dill, DMD for the employment taxes. The scope of the report will be of APM Terminals North America, of a maximum of five (5) employees in take money from the general fund.” wide-ranging. It will ask the difficult Inc. and Maher Terminals, Inc., the conjunction with the proposed dental of- Senator Kean, Jr. remarked that when questions,” he noted. “You have to be Port’s two largest tenants. fice at the property located at 1776 Martine Governor McGreevey said that no state willing to change. Jefferson and Avenue (Block 12401, Lot 20), Scotch money should be spent on the arts, he Hamilton knew things would be aug- ExpressRail Elizabeth is part of a Plains. Benjamin B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times $600-million rail program to create Linda M. Lies OFF TO COLLEGE...Members of the summer intern team at the Leader/Times (Senator Kean, Jr.) helped lead the mented and reexamined once in dedicated rail facilities for the Port’s Secretary to the discuss their plans in preparation for going their separate ways to college next fight to restore arts funding. awhile. It’s very important to be ag- major container terminals and ad- Zoning Board of Adjustment week. Pictured above, from the left, are: Editor Lauren Pass, Gettysburg College The first legislative forum opposing gressive and active in questioning the Township of Scotch Plains student Michael Pollack, Holy Cross student Victoria McCabe, George Washing- the governor’s decision was held in ditional rail support track. 1 T - 8/12/04, The Times Fee: $17.85 appropriate role and scope of govern- The Authority also announced ton student Miriam Bamberger and Davidson student Don Williams. Westfield, hosted by Senator Kean, Jr. ment on all levels.” that E-ZPass toll lanes will be in- PUBLIC NOTICE It’s all on the ‘Net at goleader.com BOROUGH OF FANWOOD PLANNING BOARD Notice is hereby given that on August 25, 2004 at 8:00 P.M. in the Borough Hall OWEN BRAND of the Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey the Planning Board will hold a public hear- Your Home-Town ing for a driveway widening at 473 Terrill Road, Fanwood, New Jersey also known MORTGAGE BANKER as Block 78, Lot 20 as shown on the Fanwood Tax Map. Sec. 184-163 Variance Requested: driveway widening; Permitted: 10 feet; ISB MORTGAGE CO., LLC Present: 10 feet; Proposed: 12 feet (circular) The application will also seek such other relief as may be determined necessary at the public hearing based upon review of the application or amendment(s) to the application. Residential - Construction All interested persons maybe present and heard. The file pertaining to this application is Commercial - Bridge Loans available for public inspection during the normal business hours from the Secretary of the Board at the Administration Offices Local: (908) 789-2730 of the Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey. Lawrence A. Woodruff, Esq. Toll Free: (888) 256-4447 ext. 26 201 South Avenue Westfield, New Jersey 07090 [email protected] for 477 Terrill Road, LLC 481 Terrill Road Licensed Mortgage Bankers - NJ Dept. of Banking Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 Equal Housing Lender 1 T - 8/12/04, The Times Fee: $31.11

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Temple Sholom LaGrande and Martine Avenues, Fanwood Mailing Address: P.O. Box 539, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 908-889-4900 (phone) [email protected] (e-mail) www.sholomnj.org (website) 908-889-9920 (fax) Page 4 Thursday, August 12, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

The Community Commentary ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ Scotch Plains – Fanwood The Westfield Leader TIMES Sounds Good, But Don’t Cheer — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— DD The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood That Property Tax Bill Is Late DDTM and the Township of Scotch Plains Diction Deception Member of: Member of: by Garland C. "Bud" Boothe, Jr. New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association Former Westfield Mayor, 1992-1996 Below are four arcane words, each National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce with four definitions – only one is correct. Fanwood Business & Professional Association “Hooray. Tax bill is late coming. That’ll rate, town, county and school, and then the The others are made up. Are you sharp Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey give us all some more float in the check- tax bills. enough to discern this deception of dic- P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 ing account.” This cheer is going up Okay, the town budget is delayed far tion? Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 around the state, as municipalities allow beyond its normal due date in March or If you can guess one correctly – good Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 almost three more weeks to pay real April, and the calculation of taxes on 10,000 guess. If you get two – well-read indi- estate taxes legally due Aug 1st. Who properties in Westfield, mailing and the vidual. If you get three – word expert. If POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at wins? Who loses? And why did this collection of well into ten digits of cash is you get all four – You must have a lot of P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 happen? postponed for 20 days or so. So what. free time! PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. In the years I was involved in budget First, the town needs cash to pay its All words and correct definitions making in Westfield, including five as mayor, people and its bills - promptly. Not enough come from the board game Diction Michelle Le Poidevin Horace R. Corbin Fred K. Lecomte there were always two mystery figures that cash, the Town has to short-term borrow. Deception. A&E and EDUCATION PUBLISHER MARKETING DIRECTOR we kept getting later and later every year. And the town owes others as well — the Answers to last week’s arcane words. Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo First was the amount of state aid for munici- county and the school board. They have an 1. Stupration – Rape; violation by force COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING & PRODUCTION pal purposes. You never knew, and could absolute right to their portions of the tax bill 2. Schatchen – A marriage broker 3. Tettix – A cicada Lauren S. Pass Karen M. Hinds Robert P. Connelly not until the state budget was finalized — on specific schedules. They have more 4. Ronion – A mangy, scabby animal ASSIGNMENT EDITOR OFFICE MANAGER MANAGER, BUSINESS SYSTEMS which this year was right at the deadline, expenses and more people than the town Ben Corbin June 30. This, of course, was a mandated government itself. If the town has to borrow GEMUTLICH SERVICES figure, no negotiating. to pay either or both of them, the town pays 1. A series of standing stones surround- SUBSCRIPTION PRICE ing a central object One-year – $28 • Two-year – $52 • Three-year – $76 • One-year college (September to May) – $20 A bigger mystery yet, on the expense that interest expense also. side, what is the municipal contribution to Finally, half of the property taxes in 2. A miser Westfield are paid by mortgage companies. 3. Awkward; clumsy the pension funds (plural) for our police, 4. Agreeable; cheerful firefighters, administration and public works Do not think for a minute that they rush in AVENACEOUS Higher Sewer Taxes Are Coming; people. One might think that with a finite, on August 1 to make a payment on account. 1. Abundant; plentiful virtually constant work force, the amount Ditto large corporate taxpayers, and we 2. In botany, furnished with branches needed to fund future pensions would be have them in town also. How much extra in pairs reasonably constant; actuarially calculable, cash can cash-management savvy residen- 3. Belonging to, or having the nature of Separate Billing Not A Good Idea except for anticipated effects from where tial mortgages escrow companies or other oats the funds are invested. No way! pros make off taxes, the due date for which 4. Mischievous; devilish Towns in this area belonging to the Rahway Valley homes will pay less. The average property tax bill in For reasons largely political, successive is pushed back a few weeks? LANGLAUF Sewage Authority (RVSA), will soon be saddled with a Westfield is about $10,000 per year. Similar increases governors and legislatures declined to ap- So, do not rejoice. The town is losing 1. A clairvoyant large, 20-year-long surcharge to pay for the capital cost are portrayed for the other towns. propriate anything to the funds going back real money on account of the budget 2. An interpreter; translater of the upcoming $174 million expansion and upgrade Property tax increases in New Jersey continue un- to the mid-90s. In years before that, the “this delay and the tax bill additional grace 3. A narrow pathway; a foot path of the sewage treatment plant. Westfield, Scotch Plains, abated — a great concern for everyone, including elected is your bill, pay it, not negotiable” amount period. Eventually, you and I pay it. 4. A cross-country ski run The answer is to insist from our repre- TIVY Mountainside, Cranford, Garwood, Springfield, officials. On this issue, Governor James McGreevey has oscillated up and down from year to year 1. With great speed Kenilworth, Roselle Park, Clark, Rahway and been sending out press releases lauding fresh water like an EKG. sentatives that they work by the book, 2. Sass; back talk Could any corporation, with a pension to to avoid the aforesaid adverse conse- Woodbridge are full-fledged voting member towns initiatives. Senator Nicholas Scutari of Linden has also 3. Discontent fund, do that and avoid sanctions from the quences down at our end of the money 4. An intense or nervous state with Winfield Park and portions of Fanwood and Lin- been echoing this claim. But when you look at it, the feds under ERISA? But playing games food chain. den also connected to the system. As we understand, the state is loaning the money to the authority and the with the pension contribution was a way for size of this charge is larger than anticipated by town payments are added to your property tax bill. It would Trenton to put off to tomorrow what most mayors and administrators. be refreshing to hear the governor say, “Low interest thinking people would agree is today’s Letters to the Editor Westfield comprises approximately 12 percent of the loans are being provided, but property tax increases will obligation, to be budgeted and paid today, system, while Scotch Plains represents 6 percent and be necessary to pay back the loans — and that’s the best not in the future. Any comparison to the recent approval Mountainside totals 3.4 percent. Westfield will be hit I can do.” of issuing bonds to cover a gap in the present Resident Laments The Demolition with their share of the debt, which amounts to $22 At least from this, the citizens could better discern just state expense budget is wholly justified — million, Scotch Plains with $10.4 million and how much debt is piling up. Then, better decisions and More on that another day. of the Modest Westfield Homes Mountainside with $5.9 million. As Fanwood is not a arrangement of priorities could be made. “Wish list” So how can town fathers and mothers voting member, data on their impact was not listed. items might then take a back seat and discretionary complete a municipal budget, with two six- Recently, I attended a Westfield Plan- and replacement of existing homes. In digit figures, one income, one expense, ning Board meeting during which two both cases, an engineer testified that the Although it’s another blow to the property tax bur- items might be deferred or deleted. Otherwise, are we applications were considered for adjust- new, much larger homes to be built would den, most of the RVSA capital improvements are man- deluding ourselves about the health of our financial unknown and unknowable? And this bud- ments to building lots and the demolition get is the basis for calculating the total tax be “an improvement to the neighborhood.” dated by the court and thus are unavoidable. The im- condition? His remarks seem to imply that a neigh- provements are aimed to protect the environment as Another twist in the sewer story has been offered to borhood consists of building structures Westfield Resident Opposes Recent (houses), not the people who reside there. required by law. town governments. Board Chairman Frank Mazzarella I found the engineer’s remarks to be It’s a big project and the RVSA seems to have a solid proposed to member towns that the fee for sewer charges unfortunate if not somewhat insulting. I staff and governing board. Each member town appoints be dropped from the town property tax bill. Instead, he C-SPAN Cutback By Comcast Cable cannot agree that the replacement of an a board member. Joan Papen serves on the board for proposes that the RSVA bill each homeowner and Since Comcast became our community for cable service. existing home by one or more signifi- cable server, we have lost a large block of As a citizen, it is important to me to have cantly larger houses is always an “im- Scotch Plains and Allen Chin serves for Westfield. business directly. We think this change would be a provement” to a neighborhood. By that The cost of sewer service will more than double for senseless administrative nightmare. Why establish an C-SPAN II coverage. I am a member of full-time access to all C-SPAN channels Citizens for C-SPAN, a national organiza- because I believe that public affairs pro- standard, families who choose to buy and the average homeowner. For example, Westfield now enormous billing system involving several hundreds of tion that is dedicated to the preservation of gramming is an essential public good that is maintain smaller existing homes would pays $1.4 million to the RSVA; given 10,000 homes, thousands? Right now, the authority just bills about a the C-SPAN networks. I hope you will join vital to the functioning of our democracy. be less worthwhile to have as neighbors us is urging Comcast to restore weekend C-SPAN is an important tool for education than those who are not content with any- this equals about $140 per year for the average house- dozen towns. thing less than a new three thousand (plus) hold. As the expansion project ensues, the average cost Some town governments might be enticed to go along coverage of C-SPAN II. of the public, enabling them to understand As a subscriber – we have both cable and and monitor their government – and to square foot house. will rise to about $340 per year by 2008 and continue with a separate billing because it would have the appearance internet service provided by Comcast – I begin to participate in the process by small I have grown tired of hearing how the thereafter for the twenty-year debt period. The higher of softening the blow on property taxes. In the end, we don’t consider weekend access to the C-SPAN II steps or large. C-SPAN offers independent, lack of available building lots in Westfield assessed homes will pay more; the lower assessed think the towns will buy into this proposal. channel an essential part of the value I non-partisan coverage, almost unavailable makes it inevitable that older, smaller receive from our monthly outlay of dollars elsewhere now, and such an “American homes be demolished and replaced by Town Hall” is required to support and pre- “mini mansions.” I suspect that there are serve our freedom and liberty – our democ- many families who would choose to buy The Mayor's Column La Marque Salon Notices Increase racy. a more modest home but never have the Again, I hope that you will encourage chance because a developer comes along Comcast to use the rights of way our com- first. Parking in Westfield Is In Sales After Move to South Ave. munity has granted them to serve the public Regretfully, it seems that “affordable” interest. Please join us in urging Comcast to or “starter” homes are quickly About More Than a Deck I vividly remember Tony Dennis Cloth- all our needs. restore weekend coverage of C-SPAN II disappearing. It is unlikely that my chil- iers on the corner of East Broad and Central I intensely investigated the entire South immediately. dren will be looking in Westfield when Avenue. Upon Tony’s retirement Gap Kids Avenue West corridor for nearly a month. they are ready to buy their first home. By Westfield Mayor Gregory McDermott modernized the location and the first mall Several upscale business establishments Barbara Briemer Westfield Paula Esposito store opened in Westfield. The trend contin- had relocated to that area. United Trust Westfield Your recent editorial asked for the holistic parking management plan. ued and slowly, many smaller specialized Bank would reside in the same complex as status of the parking plan I proposed The recent approval of the referen- retailer businesses came to a close. I know for La Marque Furs. Candidly, we have moved in June and I am more than happy to dum language was a critical next step a fact that rentals tripled at many downtown three times to larger locations within the Immediate Action Required to Correct provide an update for the readers. The in this ongoing project as it further locations upon lease terminations. Add to business community, spending hundreds parking plan that I am proposing in- clarifies what may or may not need to that the unrelenting parking problems and of thousands of dollars upgrading the cludes as one of its single compo- be done post-November. I have said you have a flawed formula for success. landlord’s property. We relocated and Over-Development Regulatory Flaw nents the construction of a parking repeatedly that parking in Westfield Moderation and diversity are the trium- opened March 1, 2003. Our calendar year facility in the downtown. The lan- is about more than a deck. Westfield phant contributions for any progressive ended December 31. Our first 10 months at In response to Mr. Foerst’s article ap- I am not an attorney and I will acqui- guage pertaining to this construction must continue to refine and enhance downtown business environment. Conse- this location netted an 11-percent increase pearing in the 8/5/04 edition of The esce to Mr. Foerst’s knowledge on the was incorporated into the non-bind- its parking system, which is and must quently, downtown Westfield could be char- in sales and services. Presently, our incom- Westfield Leader, I am submitting this subject when he states that it’s very diffi- ing referendum that was recently ap- continue to be one of the town’s great- acterized as an outdoor mall. Do you ever ing fur storage season has produced a 17- email to let the mayor and council know cult to pass the requisite laws needed to proved by the town council. As with est assets. A comprehensive report miss the days of walking into your local percent increase over last year. I agree fully with Mr. Foerst on the issue have more control on development. This all ballot initiatives, there will be that offers a systemic approach to downtown hardware store, when the pro- I’m often reminded of that old adage, “I of over-development in this town. notwithstanding, I would think that if a ample opportunity before November parking management will be presented prietor calls you by your first name and would rather be lucky than smart.” I believe I live on Coolidge Street. All one needs town does not have the proper laws that 2 for every resident to become famil- to the town council for its review in asks, “How is the family?” our move to South Avenue West was a little to do is take a drive down this street to see allow for control on development, with iar with the question that will be be- September. Parking sometimes blocks away and car- of both. Many downtown merchants have the issue of home teardown and emphasis on residential development, then fore them in the voting booth. To As for your final paragraph, I take rying several garments to our salon for fur contacted us concerning the status of our McMansion replacement in full swing. the town should take immediate action to enhance residents’ understanding of great offense that you believe the park- storage increasingly annoyed our customers relocation. I usually reply, “Come on down, Four homes have been demolished at one correct such a serious regulatory flaw this initiative, I recently provided up- ing issue has become a political mo- at La Marque Fur Salon. Many customers the water is fine.” end of the street (near the rear entrance to regardless of the time and effort to achieve to-date information on the proposal in rass and the members of the council demanded pickup and delivery service stat- Union County College). These have been such. In the meantime, even if the board a letter that was included in the tax are frightened. The council has spent ing that they would pay a much higher Joe Perna, President replaced with so-called “Victorian-style” cannot prevent the development, perhaps bills. Every taxpayer in Westfield re- months laboring over this issue and it storage fee to department stores for that La Marque Fur Salon homes. These new homes look wonder- they could start requiring new homes be ceived the letter and I have already has consumed more time than we all service. No retail merchant wants to lose a ful, but are completely out of character kept in context with the neighborhoods (if heard from many residents who ap- envisioned. But that should not be customer due to inconvenience. I therefore Restrictions Don’t and clearly out of scale with the surround- they have the legal power to do even this). preciated the update. perceived as a negative. We are all investigated the prospect of providing a ing neighborhood and properties. At the Change and development are inevi- As for the “plan” to which your unpaid volunteers on the town council pickup and delivery service. The insurance Address Root Cause other end of the street, a single-family table, and the builders/developers know editorial refers to, I would like to who are working to do our very best premium was incomprehensible. All factors ranch home has been demolished within that constructing a brand new home in make it clear that there should be no for our hometown. I, for one, salute considered, I very much needed a new con- Of Student Parking the past three weeks, and two much larger this very desirable town will maximize confusion between the referendum and my colleagues on the council for car- venient location with ample free parking and three-story homes are being “shoe- their economic gain, but at what expense? Here we go again. I read in the August horned” onto now postage stamp sized I hope the elected and appointed town the plan itself. The plan goes beyond ing enough to be deliberative and affordable rent. I searched the local business 5 Westfield Leader account of the Town the parking structure, as it should, thoughtful in our efforts. area for nearly a year to no avail. A proposed lots for the respective homes. officials will make the issue of control on Council meeting that Codding Road ex- It takes simple observation to quickly over-development as discussed herein a and thus has required more extensive retail site, apartment complex was approved tension residents have petitioned the coun- Greg McDermott for a South Avenue development. Indeed, come to the conclusion that these new high priority. Between the potential park- research. I have been working since Westfield Mayor cil for (presumably student) parking re- June with town personnel to create a the complex was ideal and well-matched to homes are out of context relative to their ing deck, the new Union County police strictions during the school year. surroundings. Incidentally, the demoli- building on North Avenue and the My hope and expectation from our tion of this ranch home is about two teardown and shoe-horning of homes in elected leaders is that they will deny an- blocks away from the 1800-era home at this town, including the Benson Place other shortsighted request similar to those 231 Benson Place which, according to the home, the words “historic” and “colo- already granted to Edgar, Lynwood, Leader, will also fall victim to the shoe- nial” are rapidly becoming adjectives that Stoneleigh and Westfield streets. These horning of two new McMansions that no longer apply to Westfield. restrictions do not address the root cause will again be completely out of character of the student parking problem and merely Michael Hirtler with the neighborhood (but they will be Westfield shift the burden to residents who live saving some floorboards!). further away from Westfield High School. Please don’t forget that the outgoing council tabled the proposed WHS Park- Driver Witnesses ‘Sheer Stupidity’ ing Policy last year with its associated fees and alternate side of the street restric- On Streets of Downtown Westfield tions as a result of significant opposition to the policy. The public outcry most Every once in a while, I see an act of amount of time, another car pulled up specifically included concerns regarding sheer stupidity that makes me shake my behind my truck. And this is where it those streets (which had previously been head, but this such act takes the cake. becomes quite bizarre and the unthink- granted school day parking restrictions) Mid morning on Tuesday, July 20, I was able happened. being excluded from the scope of the on my way to work. The route on my way The driver of the jeep then pulls for- proposed parking areas. to work takes me down Elm Street. When ward, then drives in reverse on the oppo- To my knowledge, neither the incom- the turn is made onto Elm from Quimby site side of the road, passing me and the car ing council nor the Westfield Board of Street, low and behold, I confront a Jeep behind me, backing up into the intersec- Education has assumed any leadership on Cherokee in reverse gear. The individual in tion of Elm and Quimby Streets, and pull- the topic this year to date. Have options the jeep puts on the brakes when he realizes ing into an end spot in front of the Town such as the Armory and Watterson Street I am behind him. Bank of Westfield. lots ever been fully evaluated as a follow- Now, everyone has done the act of back- Simply amazing he didn’t get caught up? ing into a parking spot to parallel park, not by police or crash into another driver or I urge the Town Council to deny fur- to mention the traditional “wave by” to even a pedestrian. I could just imagine ther residential street parking restrictions allow traffic to go around. I looked around the summonses he could have received and work with the BOE and a council of to see if there were any empty parking for that stunt! Not only did he put himself neighborhood representatives to identify spaces or people attempting to merge into in danger, but also the lives of many a solution that is fair and acceptable to traffic out of a spot. There were none. others that day. Can someone be so igno- residents of all impacted streets. The stu- He looked in his mirror and waved me rant to put human life in danger over dent parking problem will not be solved by again. I shrugged my shoulders be- something so insignificant as a parking through piecemeal parking restrictions, cause nothing could be done on my behalf space? Heaven help me if the law allows which favor certain streets over others, to help him. I could not go around him civilians to carry summons booklets for etc. because there is a double yellow line that sheer stupidity. Jennifer Hunt travels all the way down this particular Travis Redd Westfield road, prohibiting passing. In this short Westfield A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, August 12, 2004 Page 5 CAMPAIGN RELEASE The Intern Forum Freeholders Shouldn’t Do Time at the Leader/Times Business With Lawbreakers By Pat Quattrocchi, Candidate for UC Freeholder Earns Valuable Skills with Joe Renna, Bruce Paterson and Frank Arena By DON WILLIAMS pens. Our publisher, Horace Corbin, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times has taken me under his wing and We have all heard the expression that loyal contributors. But here in Union County Unlike many other high school included me in his long-term plan- ‘we are judged by the company that we it certainly appears that it does as this graduates this summer, I did not tour ning ideas for changing production keep,’ and the Board of Freeholders is no professional services contract would make the world or spend my summer as a processes and the newspaper’s exception. a total of almost half a million dollars work store clerk, a lifeguard or a camp website. He is constantly looking to At the next meeting the Democrat Free- awarded to JCA, an excellent return on a counselor. Instead, I grew in a new provide the other interns and me with holder Board is expected to take action on documented investment of about $20,000 way, made new friends, met promi- new experiences, and he encourages a resolution authorizing the county man- to the UC DEM Political Action Commit- nent individuals and gained a signifi- us to pursue our interests. ager to enter into a Professional Service tee. JCA is only the tip of the iceberg as far cant knowledge of journalism, small- I have had the amazing opportunity contract with JCA Associates, Clark. The as campaign contributions and no bid con- town politics and local history. to spend many hours in the Westfield contract is in an amount not to exceed tracts are concerned, but it appears that they When I noticed an advertisement Historical Society’s archives. For next $113,876 for construction services associ- were just getting warmed up and judging in The Westfield Leader and The year’s This Is Westfield, which will be GOING TO THE SOURCE...While vacationing last week, Westfield Councilman ated with a bridge replacement in Summit. by past performance bigger numbers would Scotch Plains - Fanwood Times this themed “The History of Westfield,” I James Foerst, left, visits with Leader/Times political cartoonist Dale Neseman at Sounds innocent enough, and good news for have soon followed. February for summer internships, I was given free run of the archives in his hometown of Hamburg, NY. Mr. Foerst and Mr. Neseman agreed that the Summit, which has been long neglected. But JCA’s current legal difficulties and ad- was incredibly excited at the thought order to find topics for the publica- flavor of local politics in upstate New York was very active and similar to that of is it really innocent or good news? mitted illegal methods of doing business of becoming a part of the newspaper tion. I sifted through documents as the residential communities in New Jersey. Based in Moorestown, JCA acquired sends up warning flares that should not be that covers our town, the paper I have new as last week and as old as the their Clark office in 1999 and contributions ignored by the voters in Union County. Do been reading ever since I learned how. 1700s. I have held an original copy of Protective Vest Grants Available for to the UC DEM PAC started to increase. we really want to do business with opera- I entered the building next to the train the Town Charter in my hand and One year ago the company’s president and tors of this type? What else are they up to station, rode the elevator up to the learned about notable people and State Law Enforcement Agencies two corporate execs pleaded guilty to filing and can we really trust the caliber of their third floor and tentatively handed my events in Westfield history from both fraudulent tax returns in order to conceal work? Could they be taking shortcuts, which high school journalism portfolio, re- the documents and Historical Society TRENTON – Governor James allow for the purchase of new or re- $84,000 in illegal campaign contributions could endanger the safety of the residents? sume and recommendations to the volunteers whose encyclopedic McGreevey announced the imple- placement body armor vests. in Gloucester County made in return for How are their employees treated? Since editor and publisher, whose warm knowledge of Westfield’s past sur- mentation of the 2004/05 Body Ar- Since 1981, body armor has saved Professional Services contracts. In a rare this board of freeholders must be well personalities and encouraging atti- passes any written account. mor Replacement Fund Program that at least 19 New Jersey law enforce- move the courts have recently rejected the aware of this situation how can they in good tudes put me immediately at ease. Working at The Westfield Leader will provide more than $3.8 million ment officers from death or serious executives’ plea bargain deal, which in- conscience continue to do business with Months later, after graduating high and The Times, I have been given in state grant money for the purchase injury as a result of shootings, as- cluded a $100,000 civil penalty, the ruling this firm? school, I rode the elevator once more room to grow and opportunities to add of protective vests by law enforce- saults with deadly weapons and auto- exposes these executives to further crimi- There is another old expression that says and stepped into the newsroom for my voice to the paper, such as writing ment agencies in the state. mobile accidents. nal prosecution. In the world of pay to play something about ‘birds of a feather flock- my first day of work. I could not even the leading editorial for the week on “We can’t afford to have our police New Jersey law enforcement agen- this is certainly a step in the right direction. ing together’ and we ask that the voters keep dream of the amazing experience I my first day on the job. I am part of a officers work with old protective ar- cies are encouraged to apply online for Professional services are defined as those this in mind when they go to the polls in would enjoy over the next weeks, great community of writers and edi- mor – or none at all,” said Governor 2004 Body Armor Replacement Fund provided by attorneys, engineers and archi- November. Please support us as we en- putting my journalism experience to tors who are professional at what they McGreevey. “It is our duty to look grant money. 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More Letters to the Editor WACC Seeks Nominees Internships Are the Best Cultural Arts Committee Thanked for Faith in WF Awards Way to Gain Experience For Thursday Night Performances WESTFIELD – The Westfield Area Weldon Materials, Mary Hartmann from I just want to take this opportunity to thank from the 50s up to the present. It is great seeing Chamber of Commerce is seeking Robert Treat Delicatessen, and the By MIRIAM BAMBERGER about in my textbooks, and intro- the members of the Scotch Plains Cultural kids from two to 82 having fun together. nominees for its annual Faith in Westfield Service League. The chamber Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times duced me to some I didn’t know ex- Arts Committee for the great job they do in I would love to see more people coming out Westfield Awards, to be presented at looks forward to celebrating new I never made it to the Jersey Shore isted. When my editor assigned me to putting on the summer concert series in Alan to the concerts. It is a fun night out where the chamber’s annual dinner on Mon- achievements this year. this summer – I don’t even have the cover my first board of adjustment Augustine Park. They have put together a families can spend time out of the house today, November 1. Anyone interested in submitting a faintest hint of a tan. I did, however, meeting, I had no idea what was be- program of Thursday night performances that gether, away from the computer and the TV. The chamber welcomes nominations nomination for the awards is invited to make it to several town council, plan- ing adjusted or who was adjusting it. appeal to kids of all ages. It’s an opportunity to hang out with your from the Westfield area in three award do so prior to Wednesday, September ning board, board of adjustment and The annual budget? The municipal The 7 p.m. shows featuring magicians and friends and sing and dance along to good categories: Business of the Year, Em- 1, with a letter that details the school board meetings. I interviewed calendar? The time limit on the two- puppeteers have amused the young families in music. And it’s free! ployee of the Year, and Community Ser- nominee’s accomplishments. the audience. The feature acts at 8 p.m. have been Again, thanks to the Cultural Arts Committee vice. busy officials, angry residents and a hour meters downtown? Four hours tremendous. There have been great performers for the wonderful job. Over the past several Submissions should be mailed to newly appointed councilman. I later, I was well aware of what role doing the music of Billy Joel and Elvis Presley, years, the program has improved greatly and I For over 20 years, the chamber has the Westfield Area Chamber of Com- learned about non-binding referen- the board plays in our community as well as bands performing everyone’s favorites look forward to the rest of the concerts this year honored local business people and resi- merce, 173 Elm Street, Westfield, N.J. dums, executive sessions, municipal (answer: none of the above). and for years to come. dents who have distinguished themselves 07090 and should include a name and by demonstrating an outstanding com- contact information. For more infor- budgets and variances that don’t com- I know a lot of people at school Deck Is Questionable Steve Goldberg ply with ordinances. It sounds back- who were overjoyed to snag intern- Scotch Plains mitment to the Westfield area commu- mation, please call the chamber at wards, but I’m extremely grateful that ships making coffee and logging Enterprise with Cost nity. Recent honorees have included (908) 233-3021. The Westfield Leader and The Scotch phone calls at large firms in faceless Plains-Fanwood Times gave me the office buildings. At The Leader/Times, Burden on Residents opportunity to do all of this. the four of us were treated as assets to As you so ably point out in your editorial on I had past experience writing for the newspaper – the instruction we August 5, we are being asked to vote in a non- my high school and college news- gained was paired with interesting binding referendum on whether a parking papers, but I decided that this sum- assignments and responsibilities. I deck and mixed-use development should be mer I wanted the challenge of work- sincerely thank Horace Corbin, built in Westfield, even though the details of the plan are known only to the mayor and the ing at a professional newspaper. Lauren Pass and the rest of The contractors – maybe. Journalism entails much more than Westfield Leader and The Scotch Even if we assume that a parking deck is writing alone. Attending meetings, Plains/Fanwood Times staff for al- needed, why do we need additional retail tracking down officials, scheduling lowing me the opportunity to have space and housing in the middle of town interviews and reading submissions such a meaningful summer. I learned where it is already highly congested? And from readers are just some of the so much, and really enjoyed my time when did we come to the conclusion that, responsibilities of reporters, respon- as an intern. most likely, the burden of the cost of this sibilities that The Leader/Times questionable enterprise will surely be borne shared with myself and three other by the property taxes of the residents? Congressman Ferguson Me thinks there is something rotten in the interns this summer. Town of Westfield! Who will most likely For college students, interning is To Host Open House profit from this major development? Since the probably the best way to gain real- project will move forward regardless of the world experience in any career field. At His Warren Office results of the referendum in November, I As a political science student, I learned WARREN – Congressman Mike would like to propose that the mayor and the more about the municipal, county Ferguson, R-N.J., on Thursday, Au- members of the town council all be required to and state governments at this intern- gust 19 will host an open house to sign an affidavit stating that they will in no way ship than I ever will at school, where welcome constituents to his district profit from the parking/retail/housing project most of my classes focus on federal office in Warren from 3 to 7 p.m. for at least 10 years after the structure is completed. I consider this a reasonable request and international politics. My assign- The office is located at 45 Moun- and I trust it meets with their concurrence. ments covering meetings and events tain Boulevard, Building D, Suite 1 in brought to life the institutions I read Warren. 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PUBLICATION Center For Hope Sets Date For Benefit Golf Outing COUNTY — On Monday, Sep- Center For Hope, praised Mr. Reagan tember 13, the Center For Hope Hos- and all the volunteers who contribute pice and Palliative Care will hold its their time to the event. 18th annual golf outing, its largest “Their dedication and hard work fundraising event, which benefits the provides for a great day of fun and center. fellowship, while also providing in- The golf outing has raised close to valuable assistance to our numerous $2 million, allowing the center to programs, including our inpatient provide direct services of doctors, hospice residences, assisted living in nurses, home health aides, social public housing, and grief and be- workers, volunteers and counselors reavement counseling,” he said. to thousands of terminally ill patients The cost for golfers is $150 per and their families. person, which includes 18 holes of Larry Reagan, a Hospice Board golf with a cart plus breakfast, lunch, member, has chaired the Golf Outing a cocktail hour and sit-down dinner at Committee since its inception with the Roselle Golf Club. For those who the help of his wife, Anita, and many wish to attend the cocktail hour and volunteers. dinner only, the cost is $60. A PLAN FOR PRESERVATION...Architectural Historian and historic preser- Robert Coloney, President of the The festivities also will include gifts vation consultant Stacy Spies, right, discusses the Betty Frazee House with and raffle prizes. For sponsorship op- Fanwood-Scotch Plains Rotary Club Community Chairwoman Pat Plante, left, Historian Spies Speaks portunities and more information, please and President Dwight Leeper. To F-SP Rotary Club call Mr. Reagan at (732) 244-1044. SCOTCH PLAINS – Stacy Spies, an architectural historian and historic Area Junior League Vendors, Vehicles, Volunteers preservation consultant, spoke at the Seeks New Members Fanwood-Scotch Plains Rotary Club’s recent meeting at the Pantagis COUNTY – The Junior League of Sought For Fanny Wood Day Renaissance restaurant in Scotch Elizabeth-Plainfield (JLEP) is cur- Plains. Her address focused on the rently seeking new members from FANWOOD — The Fanny Wood by local merchants. Betty Frazee House, which the Ro- Westfield, Scotch Plains, Cranford Day Committee has announced that The Cougar Car Club will host an tary is trying to secure for the citizens and surrounding communities in the Ninth Annual Fanny Wood Day exhibition of classic automobiles in the of Scotch Plains and Fanwood. southern Union County to join its 80- celebration will be held on Sunday, Fanwood Train Station parking lot along The Frazee House, built before the year-old organization. October 3, from noon to 5 p.m. along South Avenue during the festival. Any- Revolutionary War, is the source of The JLEP is an organization of South and Martine Avenues in down- one interested in exhibiting a vehicle is Ms. Heidi A. Kevoe and Bradley Michael Feldman hundreds of stories contributing to women committed to promoting town Fanwood. The rain date is the asked to call (908) 889-1709. the lore of this region, such as Eliza- volunteerism, developing the poten- following Sunday, October 10. A brochure about the festival will beth Frazee’s role in the Battle of tial of women and improving com- The committee has been meeting be mailed to each Fanwood house- Short Hills. Ms. Spies will work with munities through effective action and throughout the summer to finalize hold shortly, according to Council- Ms. Heidi A. Kevoe to Wed the Rotary Club to create a preserva- leadership of trained volunteers. plans for this year’s event. Chaired by woman Dolce. tion plan and to identify and evaluate Anyone interested in membership Fanwood Councilwoman Donna Vendors interested in reserving a appropriate funding avenues, particu- in the JLEP and its activities is invited Dolce, the committee includes repre- spot at the festival should call (908) larly within the historic preservation to attend an informational meeting sentatives from the Department of 322-2350. Anyone interested in vol- Bradley Michael Feldman community. on Tuesday, September 14. It will Public Works, the Fanwood Police unteering is asked to call Council- Sherri and Melvin Kevoe of A. Kevoe, to Bradley Michael The Rotary Club is pursuing this begin at 7:30 p.m. at the Jumble Store, Department and a number of local woman Dolce at (908) 889-6072. Westfield have announced the en- Feldman. He is the son of Linda and project for the community and plans located at 110 Walnut Avenue in volunteers, some of whom have par- gagement of their daughter, Ms. Heidi Jeffrey Feldman, also of Westfield. on encouraging other local groups to Cranford. For more details, please ticipated since Fanny Wood Day de- Mall Event to Benefit The bride-to-be graduated from join its efforts. call (908) 709-1177. buted in 1996. SAGE Offers Teens Westfield High School and received The committee has been soliciting Komen Foundation her Bachelor of Arts degree in En- various vendors who will have stands SHORT HILLS — From Monday, Free Movie Passes glish at Northeastern University. She Workshop to Offer Guidance at the celebration, along with local September 27, to Sunday, October 3, SUMMIT — SAGE, a provider of was awarded her master’s degree in merchants. There also will be food, the Mall at Short Hills’ boutiques eldercare services, is currently seek- corporate communication from crafts and booths featuring other items. will once again unite for the second ing teenage volunteers for its Meals- Fairleigh Dickinson University and On Planning College Tuition A special area will be set up for annual Style For The Cure® mall- on-Wheels program. is currently pursuing her Doctorate in children, with rides and entertain- wide benefit for the Susan G. Komen Teenagers who volunteer between Communication Studies at Rutgers SCOTCH PLAINS — A free two-hour program will feature Sean ment as part of the festivities. A vari- Breast Cancer Foundation, North Jer- the hours of 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. University. workshop on how to plan for col- Duffy, a Certified Public Accoun- ety of performers will entertain visi- sey Affiliate. will receive a free movie pass. Her fiancé is a marketing manager lege tuition for a child or grand- tant and Certified Financial Plan- tors throughout the afternoon on the Seventy-five boutiques are sched- SAGE’s Meals-on-Wheels pro- for PAETEC Communications in child will be held at the Scotch ner®. main stage. Additionally, several con- uled to take part in the event, de- gram delivers meals to residents of Voorhees. A Westfield High School Plains Public Library on Tuesday, This workshop is described as ideal tests will be held, with prizes donated signed to raise funding and aware- Summit, Berkeley Heights, Chatham, graduate, he received his Bachelor of August 17, at 6:30 p.m. for those who have children who ness for the Komen North Jersey Af- Chatham Township, Millburn/Short Science degree in Economics at the Entitled “13 Steps to Plan for Col- will be attending college in three or filiate. The Mall at Short Hills is Hills, Mountainside, New Providence University of Illinois. He later com- lege Costs Without Spending Your more years. Kickoff Event Slated located at Route 24 and JFK Parkway and Springfield six days a week. pleted his master’s degree in tele- Life’s Savings or Going Broke,” the Topics will include financial aid in Short Hills. For more information, please call communications and networking at formulas, advantages and disadvan- For Light the Night Participating boutiques will donate Marianne Kranz at SAGE at (908) the University of Pennsylvania. Son, Justin James, tages of various savings vehicles, AREA — The Leukemia & Lym- a percentage of their sales to the 273-5554. A June 2005 wedding is planned. and strategies to maximize finan- phoma Society’s Northern New Jer- organization over the course of a Born to Burketts cial aid. sey Chapter will hold a kickoff three-day (September 30-October 3), Joyce and Austin Burkett of New Admission is free but seating will celebration over the course of two five-day (September 27-October 1) York City have announced the birth be limited by the size of the room. To evenings in preparation for its Light or seven-day (September 27-Octo- of their son, Justin James Burkett, on reserve a seat, please call (908) 490- The Night 2004 walks. ber 3) time period. Friday, July 23, at 6:46 p.m. at Beth 1875. The Scotch Plains Public Li- The celebrations, from 7 to 9 In addition, anchor stores Israel Medical Center in New York brary is located at 1927 Bartle Av- p.m. each evening, will take place Bloomingdale’s, Neiman Marcus and City. enue. on Tuesday, August 17, at Nordstrom will host special The baby weighed 6 pounds and 9 Verducci’s Specialty Market in fundraising and educational events ounces and measured 19 inches in Bone Density Screenings Ringoes, and on Tuesday, August throughout the week. length at birth. 24, at Verizon Wireless on James To kick off Style For The Cure®, Justin’s maternal grandparents are Scheduled at Area ‘Y’ Street in Morristown. on September 27, Tiffany & Co. will Diana Evangelista of Merrick, N.Y. WESTFIELD — Overlook Hospi- Participants will have an oppor- host a private “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” and Austin B. Johnson, 4th, of Artesia, tal will conduct a bone density screen- tunity to learn more about Light event to honor Komen North Jersey Calif. ing on Tuesday, August 17, from 10 The Night; meet returning team Affiliate breast cancer survivors. His paternal grandparents are a.m. to noon at the Westfield Area captains and walkers; talk with the Style For The Cure® Special Of- Ronald and Sonja Burkett of “Y,” 220 Clark Street in Westfield. 2004 honorees and pick up some fers Booklets, detailing each partici- Westfield. The cost is $10 per person; $8 for fundraising tips and ideas. pating store’s fundraising efforts, will Justin’s great-grandmothers are those over 60. For an appointment, Although there is no entrance be available to customers. Aurora Diaz of East Meadow, N.Y. please call (800) 247-9580. For more fee to participate in the walks or Individuals only need to bring the and Lucille Burkett of Sioux City, details, please call the “Y” at (908) minimum amount that must be booklets into participating stores to Iowa. 233-2700, extension no. 251. raised, the Society is looking for ensure that their purchase benefits teams of four or more people to the organization. raise over $1,100. Individual walk- Shopping hours are 10 a.m. to 9 ers have a fundraising goal of $150. p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. • Criminal Defense - Federal & State For more information, includ- to 7 p.m. on Saturday and noon to 6 • Complex Civil Litigation ing dates and times of all seven p.m. on Sunday. Department store walks in northern New Jersey, and restaurant hours may vary. • DWI & Municipal Court please call Kisha Achoe at the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Northern New Jersey See it all on the Web! Chapter at (908) 654-9445 or ROBERT G. 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Carlton, 86, Executive; on Saturday, June 26, at his Jr. of Westfield; a daughter, home. Karen Chaplin of Keyport; Received Navy Excellence Award Born in Brazil, he came a sister, Teresa Betcher of to the United States at age Loxahatchee, Fla., and five Harold C. Carlton, 86, of Nokomis, as well as a Trustee. He was instru- 21. He had lived in Westfield grandsons, Joseph Kania, Fla. died on Monday, July 19, of mental in getting air-conditioning to for most of his life before 3rd, Kyle Kania, Jake natural causes. the very large, cathedral-like sanctu- retiring to Florida in 2000. Kania, Koury Kania and He was born January 28, 1918 in ary. Mr. Kania had been a Julian Chaplin. Gouldsboro, Pa., and his family soon In 1990, at the age of 72, he went to mason in the Westfield area A memorial Mass will be moved to Westfield. A member of the realtors’ school. He was a licensed for 50 years. Joseph Kania, Sr. offered at 10 a.m. on Satur- Drama Club, he graduated from realtor for Coldwell-Banker in He was a communicant day, August 14, at St. Helen’s Westfield High School in Westfield for six years and of the Our Lady of the Apostles Ro- Roman Catholic Church in Westfield. 1936. achieved a million dollars man Catholic Church in Royal Palm Private interment will follow at Saint That same year, Mr. in sales in his first year. Beach, Fla. Gertrude Cemetery in Colonia. Carlton joined Gibbs and Mr. Carlton moved to He is survived by his loving wife of August 12, 2004 Cox Marine Draftsmen The Gables in Shelburne, CELEBRATING THEIR FAITH…Members of the Adult B’not Mitzvah Class of and Naval Architects of Vt. in 1996 and to 2004 from Temple Emanu-El in Westfield recently led the congregation in New York as a Junior worship. This service of prayer and song was a culmination of two years of study. DEATH NOTICE Nokomis, Fla. in 2003. Pictured, from left to right, are: First row, Randi Traiman, Gail Erlich, Rabbi Clerk. While working in He was a kind, compas- Jennifer Clayman, Rabbi Douglas Sagal, Cantor Martha Novick, Tamara Ruben, Janet Smalley Paulsen, 84, Employed New York, he also attended sionate, caring, generous, Director of Education; Elaine Zack and Alice Fertig; second row, Allyne Zorn, Union Junior College, loving man to all those who Gail Austin, Hannah Lieberman, Hebrew instructor; Nanci Pompan, Barbara With Merck and Co. For 30 Years majoring in accounting knew him. Kuppersmith and Faye Pollack; third row, Nancy Wolf, Andrea Gelber, Jane and business. He gradu- Survivors include his Berlant, Jill Cimafonte, Esther Rose and Sara Rachman, and top row, Susan Janet Smalley Paulsen, 84, a former ert Newell, his wife, Sharon, and son, ated in 1941. Harold C. Carlton wife of five years, Helen Frigand, Laura Alpert, Robin Winter-Bailey, Marcy Lazar, Dina Leyden, Bar- longtime resident of Westfield and William, of Jacksonville, and a sister Mr. Carlton retired from Whitlock (formerly of The bara Melson and Amanda Friss. Not pictured is Dara Klassel. The class was Rahway, died on Monday, August 2, and brother-in-law, Frances and G&C in 1983 as Comptroller and Gables, Shelburne, Vt.) of Nokomis, taught by Rabbi Sagal and Rabbi Zamore. in Jacksonville, Fla., where she had George Ehrnman of Westfield. Division Head. He took great pride in Fla.; a sister and brother-in-law, Betty lived for the past three years. She was A memorial service was held yes- being involved in the contract nego- and Bob Calder of Wilmington, N.C.; the widow of Harold Paulsen, who terday, Wednesday, August 11, at The tiations to design the USS United a son and daughter-in-law, Harold, Jr. Willow Grove Group to Study died in 1996. Presbyterian Church in Westfield. States and other battleships. He was and Lyn Carlton, and grandchildren The daughter of the late Ralph T. Burial followed at the Revolutionary awarded the Navy “E” in 1942 and Bradley and Tarryn of South and Madge B. Smalley of Westfield, Cemetery in Westfield. 1943. The award was presented to Plainfield; a daughter, Linda Walker Persecutor Turned Promoter she was born in Kansas City, Mo. on Arrangements were by the businesses across America that were of Massachusetts; two stepdaughters, SCOTCH PLAINS — During the March 17, 1920. She lived in Kansas, Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home in recognized for excellence in military study in the summer series “Work in Nancy Vogler and Charlene Pomicter next session of “Life-Transforming the Word” being taught by the Rever- Arizona and Longview, Wash. before Jacksonville. production. of Florida; a stepson, James Vogler of moving to Westfield in 1950. She August 12, 2004 Encounters With Jesus” at the Wil- end George Betz, Interim Pastor. In- At the time of his retirement, he Charlotte, Vt., and special friend low Grove Presbyterian Church in relocated to Rahway following her had the longest length of service by dividuals may attend as many ses- Lucille Smith of Florida. Scotch Plains, participants will learn sions as they wish. The summer “Work marriage to Mr. Paulsen in 1969. Janet M. Eckerson, 66 any member of the staff, with the A private memorial service will be Mrs. Paulsen was a 30-year em- why Jesus blinds a man with a light in the Word” series will continue Janet M. Eckerson, 66, of exception of Mr. F.H. Gibbs, of 46 held in Shelburne, Vt. so bright, he is forced to see the ployee of Merck and Co., retiring Manahawkin died on Saturday, Au- years, one month and 28 days. weekly through August 25 and 26. Memorial donations may be made truth. Refreshments will be provided and from its legal department in 1982. gust 7, at Southern Ocean County Mr. Carlton was a communicant of to Bon Secours Venice Nursing and A 1940 graduate of Stephens Col- “The Persecutor Who Became a babysitting will be available if re- Hospital in Manahawkin. the First United Methodist Church of Rehab Center, 832 Sunset Lake Bou- Promoter” (Acts 7:51-8:1; Acts 9:1- lege in Columbia, Mo., she was a Born in Montclair, she had lived in Westfield and served as a Sunday quested by the morning of August levard, Venice, Fla. 34293. 19) will take place on Wednesday, 18. All are welcome. member of The Presbyterian Church Scotch Plains before moving to school teacher and Superintendent, August 12, 2004 in Westfield, the Merck “25-Year August 18, from 7 to 9 p.m. and on For more information, please call Manahawkin five years ago. Thursday, August 19, from 10 to Club,” and the Rahway Yacht Club. In Mrs. Eckerson had worked as a the church office during morning 11:55 a.m. in Alexander Hall. Wil- hours, Monday through Friday, at Jacksonville, she participated in the waitress at the Shackamaxon Coun- Stephen Orlando, Sr., 90, Attorney; activities of the Carriage Club at low Grove Church is located at 1961 (908) 232-5678, send an email to try Club in Scotch Plains prior to Raritan Road. which she resided. retiring 15 years ago. [email protected] or visit Was President of Linden Lions Club This session will mark the seventh www.scotchplains.com/wgpc. Surviving are her two sons, Tho- She was predeceased by her hus- mas Charles Newell and his wife, band, James Eckerson, in 1988. Stephen Orlando, Sr., 90, of Scotch Chicurel; two sisters, Yolanda Barbara, of Pennington, N.J. and Surviving are a son, Michael Plains died on Friday, August 6, at Cusmano and Josephine Muller; a Jennifer Hessberger Joins William John Newell and his wife, Eckerson; two daughters, Karen Muhlenberg Regional Medical Cen- brother, Edward Orlando; three grand- Claudia, of Jacksonville, Fla.; four Mortarulo and Jeanne Calvert; a ter in Plainfield. children and a great-grandchild. grandchildren and their families, brother, Jack Fischer, and four grand- Born in Jersey City, he lived in A funeral service was held on Tues- ‘Y’ Staff as Sports Director Nicole Newell Bennett, her husband, children. Scotch Plains for many years. day, August 10, at the Walter J. David, and children Victoria and Funeral services were held yester- Mr. Orlando had been an attorney Johnson Funeral Home in Clark. In- WESTFIELD — The Westfield and ran a summer recreation program Daniel of Medford, N.J., Kristie day, Wednesday, August 11, at the in Linden for 55 years prior to retiring terment took place at the Rosedale Area “Y,” located at 220 Clark Street site for the Cortland Youth Bureau. Newell Lightner, her husband, Bill, Memorial Funeral Home, 155 South in 1993. Cemetery in Linden. in Westfield, has announced that Jen- She also worked briefly as a teacher and children Brett and Brittany Avenue in Fanwood. Interment fol- He was a former President of the Memorial donations may be made nifer Hessberger has joined the staff in a preschool program at the Cortland Lightner of Barrington, N.J., Darren lowed at the Hillside Cemetery in Lions Club and a past member of the to Alzheimer’s Disease Research, as Sports Director. YMCA. Newell and his wife, Lucia, and son, Scotch Plains. Moose Lodge, both in Linden. 22512 Gateway Center Drive, P.O. Ms. Hessberger comes to the “Y” “I am excited to be part of the Darren T., of Willcox, Ariz., and Rob- August 12, 2004 He graduated from Rutgers Uni- Box 1950, Clarksburg, Md. 20871- from Cortland, N.Y. and holds a Bach- YMCA organization and the Westfield versity and in 1937 received his law 1950. elor of Science degree in Physical community,” remarked the married Robert Ohaus, 84, Was Patent Holder; degree from Rutgers Law School in August 12, 2004 Education from the State University mother of three young children. “My Newark. of New York in Cortland. goals are to build on already success- Executive and Westfield BOE Member Mr. Orlando was a United States Mary C. Cook, 95 In her new position, she will be ful programs, implement new ones Army Air Corps veteran of World Mary Carmalyn McCann Cook, 95, responsible for preschool, school age, and develop community partner- Robert Edward Ohaus, 84, of State While living in Westfield, Mr. War II. died on Wednesday, August 4, at teenage and adult sports programs. ships.” College, Pa. died on Tuesday, August Ohaus served on the Recreation Com- Surviving are his wife of 62 years, Larsen Place in Hamden, Conn. Ms. Hessberger previously served 3, at Pine Castle at Brookline Village mission and the Board of Education. Eleanor Orlando; a son, Stephen Or- Born in Alabama, she had lived as travel basketball coach for the in State College. He also was a Past President of the lando, Jr.; a daughter, Barbara Joan most of her adult life in Westfield, Ithaca, N.Y. Amateur Athletic Union Prayer to Born October 15, 1919 in Newark, Westfield YMCA. where she was active in the Westfield (high school girls traveling league), The Blessed Virgin the son of the late Gustav and Mabel He was predeceased by his wife, A. Jeanette Sias, 88 Community Players, the YWCA and

Murtha Ohaus, he had lived in Blair Chase Ohaus, on January 31, A. Jeanette Bonasch Sias, 88, of PRAYER TO THE BLESSED

the First Congregational Church of VIRGIN: (Never known to fail) S Westfield and Summit before relo- 2003. Westfield died on Saturday, August Westfield. SCHMIEDEM cating to State College. Surviving are a daughter, Deborah 7, at The Chelsea in East Brunswick. Oh most beautiful flower of Mount After leaving Westfield in 1985, CH IEDE Carmel, fruitful vine splendor of Attending Cornell University on a Casselberry of State College, Pa.; Born in Elizabeth, she lived in she and her husband lived in Mont- McMullen Scholarship, Mr. Ohaus three sons, John Ohaus of Hartford, Westfield since 1955. heaven. Blessed Mother of the Son gomery, Ala. for 17 years until 2002, TREE EXPERT CO. of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist received a Bachelor of Science de- Vt., James Ohaus of Westfield and Mrs. Sias had been a crossing guard when they moved to Larsen Place. gree in Mechanical Engineering in Thomas Ohaus of South Dartmouth, in Westfield for many years, as well me in my necessity. Oh, Star of the Mrs. Cook was a graduate of Sea, help me show me herein, you 1941 and is the holder of several Mass., and 12 grandchildren. as a homemaker. Huntingdon College and the Lucy • Trimming patents. A memorial service will be held at She was predeceased by her hus- are my mother. Oh Holy Mary, Feagin School of Dramatic Arts in Mother of God, Queen of Heaven In 1946, he joined the Ohaus Scale 11 a.m. on Friday, August 20, at the band, Frank Sias, in 1983. New York City. • Repairs Corporation, a company founded by First United Methodist Church of Surviving are two daughters, and Earth! I humbly beseech you Surviving are her husband of 71 from the bottom of my heart to his grandfather, Karl L. Ohaus. He Westfield. A reception will immedi- Jeanette Heller and Audrey Baris; a years, Rowland Bowen Cook; three • Removal retired as President, with his primary ately follow at the Acquaviva Restau- sister, Florence Tomkiewicz; a succor me in this necessity. There daughters, Marilyn Neibart, Marga- are none that can withstand your responsibilities being engineering and rant, 115 Elm Street in Westfield. brother, James Bonasch, and four ret Hatch and Carmalyn Buleje; a production. August 12, 2004 grandchildren. Modern Equipment power. Oh, show me herein you son, John Rowland Cook; five grand- are my mother. Oh Mary, con- A memorial service will be held at children and three great-grandchil- State Certified 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 14, at ceived without sin, pray for us who Thomas J. Logue, 89, Esso Technician; dren. have recourse to thee. Holy Mother, the Grace Orthodox Presbyterian Immediate Service A memorial service will be held at I place this cause in your hands Church in Westfield. Insured For Your Protection Pivotal in Creation of Labor Union a later date. Burial will be in Newbern, (3X). Holy Spirit, you who solve Arrangements are by the Dooley Ala. all problems, light all roads so that Thomas J. Logue, 89, of Westfield Club of Elizabeth. Colonial Home, 556 Westfield Av- In lieu of flowers, memorial dona- died on Sunday, August 1, at Over- Surviving are his wife of 68 years, I can attain my goal. You who gave enue in Westfield. tions may be sent to a fund estab- 908-233-TREE me the divine gift to forgive and look Hospital in Summit. Augusta Foerster Logue; two daugh- Memorial donations may be made lished in memory of her grandson: Born and raised in Perth Amboy, he ters, Carole Carl and Sally Trenery; a forget all evil against me and that to the Grace Orthodox Presbyterian Timothy Weeks Memorial Fund, in 908-233-8733 in all instances in my life you are had lived for a number of years in Linden sister, Marie Anderson; five grand- Church, 1100 Boulevard, Westfield care of Neibart, 11 Lewis Drive, before moving to Westfield in 1960. with me. I want in this short prayer children and eight great-grandchildren. 07090. Maplewood, N.J. 07040. Celebrating our 50th year to thank you for the things as you Mr. Logue had been employed as a August 12, 2004 A Mass of Christian Burial was August 12, 2004 in the Tree Business confirm once again that I never technician at the Esso Research Re- offered on Monday, August 9, at the finery in Linden for 42 years, retiring want to be separated from you in Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church eternal glory. Thank you for your in 1976. He was instrumental in orga- in Westfield. Burial took place at nizing the first independent labor DID YOU KNOW . . . mercy towards me and mine. The Graceland Memorial Park in person must say this prayer three union there, and was Past President Kenilworth. Weed killers don’t know the and Vice President of the company’s consecutive days. After three days, Arrangements were under the di- difference between a Dandelion the request will be granted. 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See it all in color at! Sports Section www.goleader.com THE WEEK IN SPORTS Pages 9-11 PADOVANO TAPS WINNER; BELFORD, 3 HITS, 2 RBI Westfield Policemen 1 Sting Sheriff Dept, 8-7, in Game 2

By FRED LECOMTE dominance by the Sheriffs dictated and two RBI. Defensively, Belford Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the flow of the game. “We revenged was simply amazing, turning two The Sheriff II Department boys from last year when they beat us at the double plays involving Dave Wayman rode into town and outgunned the end of the year,” said Sheriff team and Mike Smalls, respectively. Westfield PD 1 softballers, 12-3, in captain Rich Shaunhessy. “We hit the “The first one was a little bit to my the first game of a doubleheader, but ball really well, including a lot of big left. I wasn’t as close to the bag as I Westfield came back to win the sec- bombs, so we did alright.” thought and I was lucky enough to get ond game, 8-7, in the Union County The 11-2 Westfield Blue did every- my foot on it. The second one actu- Police Softball League on Memorial thing right in Game 2 and fired off 17 ally was tailor made and you have to Field in Westfield on August 4. rounds of hits. Perhaps the most dan- credit Smalls with his turn because he In Game 1, Westfield seemed to gerous gunslinger was shortstop Ed still has a gun for being an old guy.” forget to bring the ammo. Offensive Belford who triggered three singles In the top of the first, Westfield Chief Barney Tracy moved in quick on Sher- iff pitcher Kevin McDonough with a

triple and sped home on a single by David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Belford. Westfield fired off four rounds GLIDING INTO THIRD TO SET UP THE FIRST RUN…Trinity Electric’s Mike Bernardo slides safely into third in the in the second resulting in two runs. first inning as Sofa King’s Chris Houlihan makes a tag and pitcher Craig Gatto, No. 44, backs him up. The Sofa Kings rose Dave Martinez cracked a leadoff double, to the occasion and pulled out a dramatic, 10-9, playoff game victory. Jimmy McCullough whacked a single and Smalls smacked an RBI single. Joe Czarnecki pulled up to the plate and DIENES’ SPECTACULAR CATCH SECURES VICTORY punched an RBI double to right. Two more blasts echoed across the field in the bottom of the third when hustling Belford and Nick Norton Sofa Kings Wake Up in Ninth, thwacked back-to-back singles and, “I got to work the count,” Wayman rapped an RBI single. McCullough zoomed a single, scoring Norton. Jolt Trinity Electricians, 10-9 There was no shortage of noise as the Sheriffs returned fire and scored three runs on three hits, including a By DAVID B. CORBIN second, made a spectacular diving three excellent catches. two-run double by Pat Mooney and Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times and rolling catch in the bottom of the “It gives me an adrenalin rush,” an RBI triple by Rob Schapnick in the A storybook ending defined the inning to preserve the victory. commented McKenna. top of the fourth. Westfield answered fifth-seeded Sofa Kings’ dramatic, Other than Dienes’ game-saving Shortstop Mike Bernardi initiated with two runs in the bottom of the 10-9, victory over top-seeded Trinity catch, Sofa Kings were relatively a 6-4-3 double play in the first inning. inning when team captain Frank Electric in Game 1 of the Scotch modest defensively. Dienes also made Later, he executed two fine short-to- Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times Padovano ripped a rope to right cen- Plains Men’s Softball League B Divi- a fine snag in the fourth inning and second (Rob Rowland) force outs. INTENSITY WITH A PURPOSE…Westfield Police 1 slugger Jimmy McCullough ter, Tracy doubled and Belford sion playoffs at Brookside Park in catcher Willie Towles gunned down a Rowland also made a nice diving blasts a double against the Sheriff’s Department. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Scotch Plains on August 4. After Sofa runner at second in the sixth. grab of a grounder and tossed to sec- Kings awakened offensively with four Trinity Electric’s defense, how- ond for a putout. Catcher Mike Tenten runs in the top of the ninth to take a ever, sparkled with a multitude of smothered two popups in a row and BETAU, MIRTO, MCLAUGHLIN CRACK 3 HITS EACH one-run lead, centerfielder Steve fine plays. Defensive wizard, pitcher Frank Mastrocola made a slid- Dienes, with two outs and a man on leftfielder Mike McKenna, made ing basket catch. Part-time rightfielder Mark Cohen made a leaping snow cone snag in the seventh. Comcast Clinches Division 1, After making his catch, Cohen, catching some flack, smiled and said, “I saw it and said, ‘can I jump and get it?’ Come on guys, I’m not in the Contains Antone’s Pub, 11-8 lineup every night.” Sofa Kings, however, were not lounging around offensively. Dienes By DAVID B. CORBIN however, with the win, Comcast upped Don Montefusco led Antone’s 17- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times led the 18-hit attack with a triple and its record to 20-3 and Antone’s slipped hit attack, going 3-for-3 with two a double, two RBI and two runs Rivalries never seem to end! out of contention to 16-5. runs scored. In his two at bats, Randy scored. Doug Delle Donne went 3- Comcast Cablevision clinched first Both teams were successful with Tenhengel smacked a two-run double for-5 with a double and two runs place in Division 1 of the Union the thunder sticks. The Cablemen to- and singled. Bob D’Meo had two scored. Anselmo DiFabio went 3-for- County 50+ Softball League for the taled 21 hits and were led by pitcher RBI singles while Joe Viso and Joe 5 with two RBI and a run scored. third consecutive year, but not with- Al Betau, who went 3-for-3 with two Tarelli each had two hits and an RBI. Chris Houlihan doubled and singled, out a battle, by containing Antone’s RBI and two runs scored, Bill Mirto, Comcast also got the upper hand scored twice and had an RBI while Pub & Grill, 11-8, at Jerseyland Field who went 3-for-3 with a double, three defensively, turning three double plays Ron Lyp, Bill Mariani, Anthony in Scotch Plains on August 5. RBI and a run scored, and John (DP). Shortstop Corbo initiated a sec- DiFabio and Craig Gatto each rapped “It’s been a longtime rivalry,” said McLaughlin, who went 3-for-4 with ond-to-first DP in the third inning. two hits. Comcast Manager Dom Deo. “We’ve two RBI and a run scored. Tony Wil- Third baseman Williams began a 5-4- Trinity totaled 14 hits and was led been in the league 15 years, origi- liams had two singles, two runs scored 3 DP in the fourth and Betau dramati- by Bernardo who whacked three nally we were Suburban Cablevision, and an RBI, Angelo Corbo and Steve cally ended the game with a 1-4-3 DP. singles, scored once and had two RBI. and it’s always a battle.” Pietrucha each had two hits, a run Williams, Corbo and Betau also added Chris Wester went 2-for-4 with two Prior to the game, both teams still scored and an RBI, and Bill Reichle individual fetes of defensive heroism, David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times RBI and a run scored. Tenten had two were in the hunt for the title with four and Steve Federbush each had two as did second baseman Federbush with RAPPING A SINGLE TO LEFT…Comcast’s Bill Reichle raps his second single singles and a run scored, Tom CONTINUED ON PAGE 11 games remaining until the playoffs; hits and a run scored. to leftfield in the sixth inning as Antone’s catcher Vic Gorman observes. CONTINUED ON PAGE 11

Page 10 Thursday, August 12, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION KELLER MANGLES 3-RUN HR, MANZI STEALS SHOW Westfield PD Stings Sheriff Dept, 8-7 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 Hunter Captures Title, Traps cracked a two-run single. In the fifth, however, an outburst of five runs on seven shots by the Sher- Watson ‘Glory Boys’, 7-4, 14-7 iffs deadlocked the duel, 7-7. Shaunhessy, Kevin Ryan and Jamie and Rob Ryan ripped RBI singles. By FRED LECOMTE Jascow, Chris Freiden, Brian ship in any league it’s a major accom- The Sheriff’s quickly apprehended Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Ciemniecki, Matt DeMasi and Rob plishment. When you’re on top, teams two Westfield batters in the bottom of The Hunter Avenue softball men McCullum to tighten the score, 8-7, get ready to play you each and every the fifth. Rattled but unshaken, Jeff captured the title in the Fanwood Old late in the game. time you play. They want to knock Johnson and Czarnecki answered with Men’s Softball Association (FOMSA) “They retaliated with a series of you off and that makes it competitive key hits. A concerned Smalls hollered, by edging Watson, 7-4, in Game 1 of base hits,” said Cuccaro. “We were a and fun. It’s simply a great experi- “Frank, mix a hit in there, will you?” the best-of-three series on August 4, little sloppy defensively and Manzi, ence to be around guys who have Padovano responded and fired the then by crunching the ‘Glory Boys,’ unlike himself, was a final shot, a RBI single to center. 14-7, in Game 2 at Forest Road Park little wild. Perhaps the “That’s the way to lead Frank,” in Fanwood on August 5. weather, the wet ball had barked McCullough. In Game 1, level of play was in- something to do with it. Savoring his team’s bang, bang vic- Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times tense, emotions and quality ran high He then had some con- tory, Padovano said, “We weren’t hit- PROVIDING A LOT OF MUSCLE…Hunter Avenue slugger Steve Kamins as the younger ‘Glory Boys,’ played trol issues and that made ting the ball in Game 1, then in Game blasted a two-run homer and a double against the Watson “Glory Boys” in the rather well, but the Hunters gave vet- the game 8-7.” 2, we loosened up, put our bats to- championship series. eran pitcher Al Manzi a 7-1 cushion The Hunters fired off gether and hit clutch like we nor- in the top of the seventh inning. six huge blasts in the mally do and came back to pull it out. Watson made it tough in the end and top of the seventh to Elizabeth is a phenomenal team and St. Bart’s Oldtimers Men’s rallied for three runs in the bottom of pretty much put the everyone in their lineup hits, so a lead the inning. game away. Cuccaro with them is never safe, and they did “We scored some runs early, played and Scott Stogner led come back to tie it up.” Softball League Results: good defense and Manzi was on his the hunt with respective game tonight,” explained Hunter team Sheriff 2 000 34 7 St. Anthony 15, St Joseph 8 Chemidlin (4-for-5, 3 doubles), Tom singles and the big blow Westfield 122 21 8 Frank Chupko (3-3), Bruce Logan Littero, Keith Middleton and Tom captain Frank Cuccaro. came when Brian Keller (2-3 with 3 RBI) and Tom Staniero (3- Ulichny all with three hits led the Eds. In Game 2, despite a severe down- strutted to the plate and Scotch Hills Women 3) led Tony’s Tigers. Marty Bernstein Tony Perconte went 3-for-3 and Marv pour, the Hunters burst into a full- crushed a three-run and Mike Jonny led St. Joseph. Scherb had four RBI for Anthony. fledged attack and came up with five homer to a remote sec- Tell Golf Results: runs on a volley of RBI singles trig- tion of right field. St Aloysius 12, St Anne 0 St Jude 21, St Aloysius 10 (Game 1) gered by Steve Kamins, Mike Ewing, “Winning the cham- A spokeswoman for the Scotch Scott Curtis, Kevin Woodring and St Aloysius 18, St Jude 3 (Game 2) Joe Penczak and Kyle Bilcher. pionship four years in a Tom Rutkowski all had multiple hits. Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times Hills Women’s Golf Association of In Game 1, Jude’s Don Rowbotham, The Hunters took a 7-0 lead in the row is unprecedented in GETTING ANOTHER HIT…Hunter Avenue’s Frank Scotch Plains announced the results Al Betau recorded the shutout. Pat Enright, Bob Pielhau and Nick third on RBI shots by Chris Kluckas, the Fanwood League,” Cuccaro went 2-for-4 in the championship series of the 100% Handicap Stroke Tour- St James 13, St Kilian 7 Barattucci all had multiple hits. St. Frank Cuccaro. But the scrappy said Cuccaro. “Anytime against Watson Avenue. nament held August 3. The James Gang scored four in the Al’s Kevin Woodring and Matt Fugett ‘Glory Boys,’ got punch from Mike you win a champion- FLIGHT A: first and eight in the fifth. Kevin had three hits. played together since their high school Low Gross: Pat Kelk 43 Marron was 3-for-3 with four RBI In Game 2, St Aloysius’ Bill days. Now that we’re getting a little Low Net: Kelk and Alice Kehler 31 and Lee Didonato was 3-for-3 with McKinney (3 RBI) and Jim Steger Union County Sr. 50+ Men’s older, it’s great to get together and Second: Chris Haight 33 two RBI for the Gang. Joe Cocuzza both went 4-for-4. Dave Rothenberg play well the way we have and we FLIGHT B: had three hits for Kilian. was 2-for-2 with a HR and two RBI have a great sponsor in Green Grass Low Gross: Rosemary DeWitt 51 for Jude. Landscape.” Low Net: DeWitt and Kathy Blatt 32 St Mark 11, St Jude 9 Softball League Standings: Mark scored nine runs in the third. St Joseph 12, St Mark 4 Perhaps the most sparks for the Second: Susan Schwarz 33 Russ Voorhess, Nate Mangiris and 50+ DIVISION 1: hits apiece. Hunters in this modified league FLIGHT C: Chris Meehan, Glen Walz, Tony Radice TEAM W L and Mark Romaine had multiple hits. Frank Chupko all walked and scored Union Center Nat’l Bank 10, Crest 4 comes via the amazin’ man on the Low Gross: Barbara Laguna 53 with Bobby Guy, Damon Roth, Mike Comcast Cablevision 20 3 mound, Al Manzi. “Basically after Low Net: Laguna 28 Pat Enright and Don Rowbotham led Antone’s Pub & Grill 16 5 The Bankers cashed in five runs in St. Jude with three hits each. Jonny and Tom McGall participating D&K Associates 16 7 the fifth inning, and were led offen- every game, we talk about Manzi,” Second: Jo Miller 32 in the outburst. Scott Smith (3-for-3) Irish Pub 12 9 said Cuccaro. “We mock that he’s Third: Dolores Jennings 33 St Edwards 21, St Anthony 8 sively by Tom Connolly, Sal LaBella and Marty Marks (2-for-3, HR, 2 50+ DIVISION 2: and Len Ladislaw. 100 years old, but the guy just con- Low Putts: Laguna 12 Pete Vanderheyden (5-for-5 with five RBI) led St Mark. TEAM W L tinues to give one great effort after Chip-in: Miller #5, Dot Rastelli #7 RBI), Gary Cardinale (4-for-4), Pete Marion & Jacobson Roofing 10 10 Creative Industries 9, Legg Mason 3 great effort. He always keeps us in Birdie: Kelk #4 St Aloysius 6, St Anthony 1 Awnings Galore 11 11 Winning pitcher Art Kopacz pro- the game and perhaps, in my opin- Neal LaStrange (3-for-3) and Bill Northwestern Mutual 9 12 duced four hits of his own, while ion, he is one of the best pitchers in PUBLIC NOTICE WTA Mixed Doubles McKinney (4-for-4) led the Als. The Office 10 13 Union Center National Bank 5 18 holding the opposition to just 10 hits. league history and his stats back that NOTICE TO CREDITORS Tennis Ladder Told: St Kilian 25, St Blaise 5 Crest Refrigeration 1 22 Joe Addochio, Bill Ritchie, Don up. He has won championships in Estate of: JOHN LOSAVIO A/K/A JOHN Floyd Roberts was 5-for-6 with SUPER SENIORS DIVISION: Robertson and Norm Stumpf each different leagues and now has F. LOSAVIO, Deceased STANDINGS AS OF AUGUST 1: John Gordon, Paul Raphael and TEAM W L contributed three hits. brought four in our league. Perhaps Pursuant to the order of James S. 1. Hilary Abramowitz/Jon Eisenberg Creative Industries 14 3 2. Alejandro/Lucila Vollbrechthausen Howard Bialos all with four hits. Creative Industries 19, IL what sets us apart from the other LaCorte, Surrogate of the County of Union, Blaiser Jeff Friedlander was 3-for-3. IL Giardino’s Ristorante 14 4 made on the 6TH day of AUGUST, A.D. 3. Amanda/Warren Friss Legg Mason 5 14 Giardino’s 1 teams is our entire offensive and 2004, upon the application of the under- 4. Nancy/Rich Freundlich ANGELS DIVISION: LA Law 4 16 Art Kopacz allowed only seven hits, defensive unit. There is not one weak signed, as EXECUTOR of the estate of 5. Monica/Michael Morin spot, not one drop-off in our lineup, 6. Steve Lee/Julie Tarr (As of August 6:) Comcast 11, Antone’s Pub 8 while his teammates exploded for 22 said deceased, notice is hereby given to TEAM W L Pct while defensively we have perhaps the creditors of said deceased to exhibit to 7. Paul Darmanin/Lyn Myers The Cablemen clinched first place. hits. Howie Jones led Creative with 8. Chris/Maria Elena Whelan St. Joseph 10 8 .555 the best shortstop in Kluckas and the subscriber under oath or affirmation St. Kilian 10 9 .526 See Exclusive story. three hits. Joe Addochio, Ray their claims and demands against the es- All inactive teams have been St. James 8 11 .421 Cozzarelli, Charles Lehman, Ed third baseman Penczak in the league. tate of said deceased within six months dropped from the standings. Those St. Blaise 5 10 .333 Awnings Galore 9, The Office 7 Malko, Bill Ritchie, Norm Stumpf, Overall, I thought Midway was per- from the date of said order. who wish to be listed again must play St. Anthony 5 10 .333 Awnings scored seven runs in the haps the most well-balanced team as VINCENT LOSAVIO Rich Vitaliano and Kopacz each pro- EXECUTOR and report some matches. All match SAINTS DIVISION: third inning and hung on. The Office duced two hits. far as pitching, hitting and defense ATTORNEYS scores should be called in to the coor- TEAM W L Pct had numerous hits but could not rally top to bottom we faced in the play- BUTTERMORE & ATTENASIO dinator, Nancy Freundlich at (908) St. Aloysius 13 4 .765 when needed. 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a diving scoop of a grounder that re- as he walked in to bat. “Let’s get sulted in a putout at second. Catcher something here! Let’s get five runs!” Karl Grossmann used his catlike agil- Comcast responded with a run when ity to smother a popup and rightfielder Betau singled and scored on Mirto’s Reichle availed his swimming skills to single to center. plunge into the wet grass to come up In the fifth, Williams singled and with a brilliant catch. scored on Grossmann’s groundout, Antone’s shortstop Viso made sev- but Antone’s scored in the sixth when eral fine plays, one resulting in a Montefusco singled and scored on double play. Kulik made a super catch D’Meo’s RBI single. Comcast an- in rightfield. swered with two in its half to take an The Cablemen jolted Antone’s in the 11-8 lead. Reichle, Pietrucha and bottom of the first with six runs, com- Federbush singled and McLaughlin

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times LEAPING AWAY FROM THE SLIDE…Sofa King catcher Willie Towles pro- tects his legs as Electrician Mike Tenten slides home right after Rob Rowland, David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times background, scores. Shackamaxon Golf & Country Club Professional Michael Kierner Golf Professional Discusses Sofa Kings Wake Up in Ninth, Hitting Out of a Bunker Jolt Trinity Electricians, 10-9 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 By MICHAEL KIERNER about six inches apart. Take a swing Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times and make a divot in the sand from the Giannone singled and scored twice In the ninth, the Kings bounced on How many times have you swung back line to the front line. This drill and John Rubinetti had a single, two their Sofa with four runs on six hits, and the ball stayed in the bunker or will help create a shallower swing RBI and a run scored. which included Dienes’ RBI triple, you hit the ball and it flew over the and hit the sand out of the bunker onto In the first, Dienes drilled a ground- Delle Donne’s double and Mariani’s green? This is probably because you the green. Remember, if the sand is rule double and scored on Lyp’s single. RBI double. don’t know the correct concept to hit hit onto the green, the ball will be hit The Electricians lit up with four runs Shocked, the Electricians, who lost a bunker shot properly. out of the bunker onto the green. in the lower half of the inning. only one game all season, shuffled to The club will never hit the ball. It Michael Kierner is the Head Teach- Bernardo and Giannone singled, the plate. Tenten shouted, “Base hit, only hits the sand. The club should ing Professional at Shackamaxon Golf Rubinetti added an RBI groundout base hit, base hit! That’s what it’s all David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times enter the sand behind the ball and and Country Club. For more infor- TOUGH MAN TO GET OUT…Antone’s Don Montefusco pulls into second with and Wester slapped an RBI single about.” then slide through the sand until well mation about lessons, please call his third hit of the game as Comcast second baseman Steve Federbush makes a tag. but, after a series of throwing errors, With Giannone on second and two past the ball. This type of idea will (908) 233-3989. both Rubinetti and Wester scored. men out, Rubinetti rifled a shot to help you create a shallow entry angle bining six hits with three walks. The lined a two-run single. “Let’s play smart,” suggested Sofa center that was miraculously snagged of the club into the sand. Area Soccer Team Gets inning was highlighted by Pepe’s and Down to its last chance, Antone’s King catcher Towles. by Dienes. Now, let’s enter the bunker for some Williams’ RBI singles, Mirto’s two-run led off with a single, but Federbush Anselmo DiFabio scored on Gatto’s Sofa Kings 110 110 114 10 practice. The first thing you will need Second at Nationals double and Betau’s two-run single. made his great play for a force out, single in the second and Delle Donne Trinity Electric 400 122 000 9 to do is to dig your feet into the sand The Parsippany Hurricanes Under- Antone’s Gary Weiss singled and then Betau added the finishing touch singled and scored on Anselmo’s as deep as possible so you have good 19 Women’s soccer team was a final- scored on Viso’s RBI single in the top with his superb double play. single in the fourth to narrow the PUBLIC NOTICE footing. Next, start to take some prac- ist at the Super Y League National of the second and Cableman Federbush Antone’s 016 001 0 8 score to 4-3. Cohen, who doubled, TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS tice swings and make sure you are Championship in Chicago on August singled and scored on Corbo’s single Comcast 611 012 x 11 scored on Mastracola’s sacrifice fly At a regular meeting of the Township hitting the sand. Make big enough 8. The Hurricanes, featuring striker in the bottom of the inning. Antone’s, in the bottom of the inning. Council of the Township of Scotch Plains practice swings so you hit the sand Danni Fried and defender Emily however, gushed with six runs on six PUBLIC NOTICE Towles scored in the fifth to keep held on August 3, 2004 the following deci- out of the bunker. Your swing should MacNeil from Westfield and attack- the score tight at 5-4. sion was rendered: hits in the third, highlighted by BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Granted permission to the application feel quite long but try to keep these ing midfielder Claire Gallagher from Tenhengel’s two-run double. PLANNING BOARD Concerned, Mastracola chanted as for a Special Use Permit for Country Cot- swings smooth. Try to perform this Cranford qualified eighth and won “We’re up only one run,” shouted The Planning Board of the Borough of Trinity came to bat, “Come on tage Antiques, 425 Park Avenue also same motion with a golf ball. Try to three of their five games. concerned Cableman Tom Straniero Fanwood has scheduled a Special Meet- Tommy! Start us off to a big inning.” known as Block 1501, Lot 502, B-2 Zone, hit sand behind the ball and continue The Hurricanes dropped their first ing for Monday, August 16, 2004 to be held (Tom) Giannone drew a walk and for the placement of small antique pieces to a full finish. The ball should gently game, 5-3, to the Cape Cod Crusad- at Fanwood Borough Hall, Mayor and Neal Leitner followed with a double. for sale in front and in back of aforemen- ERRATUM: Council Chambers, 75 North Martine Av- tioned property, as noted on their applica- fly out of the bunker and land softly ers but rallied to 1-0 and 2-0 victories enue, Fanwood, New Jersey at 8:00 PM Rubinetti and Wester added back-to- tion, provided that: on the green. against the third and fifth seeds from In last week’s story about for the continuation of the hearing of the back RBI groundouts upping 1. All merchandise is to be removed There is a great drill to help you New Hampshire and Ottawa to ad- Mirjana Banic who is seeking a following application before the Planning Trinity’s lead to 7-4. An inning later, from the sidewalk at the end of each busi- berth on the U.S. Women’s Board: ness day. with this shot; it is called the Rake- vance to the semifinals against the Block 91, Lot 1 & 2 (site plan), 300 (294- Rowland and Tenten singled and 2. There is to be no adverse effect on Line Drill. Make two lines in the sand No. 1 seed Northern Virginia Bobsled Team, the phone number 306) South Avenue - Messercola Brothers Bernardo lined a two-run single to pedestrian traffic or impediments on the Majestics. The Hurricanes scored of Personal Best in Garwood was Realty Co, LLC make the score 9-4. sidewalk at any time. See it all on the Web! early in the first half and came up incorrectly printed. The correct Official action will be taken. The Sofa Kings refused to lie down 3. Township retains oversight on display phone number is (908) 789-3337. Pat Hoynes items. with a 2-0 win. In the finals, the Secretary, pro tem and added a run in the seventh and Barbara Riepe www.goleader.com Hurricanes had a rematch with the The e-mail address is www.pb- Fanwood Planning Board another in the eighth. Meanwhile, Township Clerk Cape Cod Crusaders, but fell 4-0. fitness.com 1 T - 8/12/04, The Times Fee: $17.34 Trinity became static Electricians. 1 T - 8/12/04, The Times Fee: $21.42

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PUBLICATION Kids With Cancer Need Help Westfield Recreation Events Sports Squirts: A great way to This program features swimming, introduce children aged 3-5 to a music, dancing, contests, special Getting Ready For School variety of sports. Held 4:30 to 6 events, etc. Remaining tentative SCOTCH PLAINS – The dren. The Foundation currently is p.m. from August 23 through 27. dates are: August 18, August 25 & Emmanuel Cancer Foundation, a sup- seeking gift cards from stores such as Online registration available: September 1. Cost: $3/person Teen port organization located in Scotch Wal-Mart, K-Mart and Target to help USsportsInstitute.com, Fee: $79 Swim is a safe and enjoyable event Plains for children with cancer, is in these youngsters get ready for school. Multi Sports: Children will have and we hope Westfield students the process of helping children who The Foundation also is seeking gift the opportunity to take part in come check it out! suffer from cancer prepare for the coupons from Pathmark/Shop-Rite over 15 different sports from Consignment Ticket Program: upcoming school year. for families whose children have spe- around the world. Held August 23 Discount tickets are available for When a family’s finances become cial dietary needs due to their illness. through 27. Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 the following: Great Adventure, depleted due to medical needs, it is Anyone interested in helping is asked p.m. for ages 5-7. Fee: $142, or 9 Dorney Park, Hershey Park, difficult to purchase new clothing and to call Monica at (908) 322-4323, a.m. to 3 p.m. for ages 8-14. Fee: Morey’s Pier, Mountain Creek, school-related items for their chil- extension no. 17. $169. Online registration avail- Splash Zone, Camelbeach and able: UssportsInstitute.com. Sesame Place. Call for details. Soccer Camp: Professional The Magic School Bus: Sunday, coaches from United Soccer Acad- October 24 at 1 p.m. Climb aboard WELL DESERVED PLAQUE…Edward Frame, right, recently received a plaque emy offer a camp located at Unami Scholastic’s The Magic School Bus as honoring him for 31 years of service to the Fanwood Post Office from Joseph Park from August 16 through 20. “teacher extraordinaire” Ms. Frizzle, Qutub, center, and Fanwood-Scotch Plains Rotary Club President Dwight Leeper. Hours: 9 to11 a.m. for children ages takes us on two great field trips! Join in Your buyer could be anywhere. Coldwell Banker is everywhere. 3-7, Fee: $99 and 9 a.m.–1 p.m. for the music, fun, and problem solving to children ages 5-14, Fee: $149. help Ms. Frizzle and her classroom Adults Invited to Night Hike, Online registration available: kids keep our world healthy, clean, and UnitedSoccerAcademy.com. beautiful! Cost: $30 per person. Bus Teen Nights at the Memorial departs at 12 p.m. Flute-Poetry Event Saturday Pool: Teen night swims are held Please register for the above pro- COUNTY – The Union County naturalists. throughout the summer on Wednes- grams at: The Westfield Recreation Board of Chosen Freeholders and Participants will then return to a day evenings from 8:30 to 10:30 Department, 425 East Broad St. the Department of Parks and Recre- candle-lit gazebo to listen to the p.m. at the Memorial Pool Com- Office: (908) 789-4080. Visit us ation will offer an adult program sounds of a flute. Professor Jeffrey plex. Teen swims are open to all online at: westfieldnj.net/townhall/ featuring a special educational hike, Gray of Seton Hall University will Westfield teens from 6 to 12 grade. recreation. poetry, meditation and music. read nature poems from the works of A night walk and flute/poetry American poets. reading will take place this Satur- The fee is $15 for Union County day, August 14, from 7 to 10 p.m. at residents and $20 for non-county Fall Fishing Derby Planned the Trailside Nature and Science residents. Refreshments will be Center in Mountainside. Adults are served and the event will be held rain invited for an evening hike through or shine. Pre-registration is required. For Those With Disabilities the forest with one of Trailside’s For more information, an adult MOUNTAINSIDE — The Union be provided for those who need it. program brochure and directions to PUBLIC NOTICE County Board of Chosen Freehold- The event is free; however, pre- the site, please call (908) 789-3670. ers and the Newark Bait and registration is required. All those NOTICE TO CREDITORS Trailside is located at 452 New Provi- Flycasters Club will sponsor the who are pre-registered will be treated Estate of: ROSE GELFMAN, Deceased dence Road. annual Fall Fishing Derby for to lunch, and each pre-registered par- Pursuant to the order of James S. People with Disabilities on Satur- ticipant will also receive a gift. LaCorte, Surrogate of the County of Union, PUBLIC NOTICE made on the 6TH day of AUGUST, A.D. day, September 11, from 10 a.m. to In the event of rain, the derby will 2004, upon the application of the under- BOROUGH OF FANWOOD 2 p.m. in Echo Lake Park in be held the following day, Sunday, signed, as EXECUTOR of the estate of PLANNING BOARD Mountainside. September 12, at the same times. said deceased, notice is hereby given to Notice is hereby given that on August The fishing derby attracts close to Information and registration mate- the creditors of said deceased to exhibit to 25, 2004 at 8:00 P.M. in the Borough Hall 100 people each year. Both amateurs rials may be obtained by calling the the subscriber under oath or affirmation of the Borough of Fanwood at 75 North their claims and demands against the es- Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey and those who are experienced in Union County Department of Parks tate of said deceased within six months the Planning Board will hold a public hear- fishing are welcome. Equipment will and Recreation at (908) 527-4096. from the date of said order. ing for a Major Amended Site Plan at 257 BRENDA RUTTENBERG South Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey also EXECUTOR known as Block 66, Lot 1 as shown on the ATTORNEYS Fanwood Tax Map. People For Animals Seeks FINK, ROSNER, ERSHOW- Sec. 184-157B(2) Variance Requested: LEVENBERG Sign on Martine Avenue; Permitted: 12.5; 1093 RARITAN ROAD Present: 33.13; Proposed: 36 square feet Home For Feline ‘Angel’ P.O. BOX 858 Sec. 184-126C Variance Requested: CLARK, NEW JERSEY 07066 Retaining Wall; Permitted: 4 feet; Present: COUNTY — People for Animals store only. 1 T - 8/12/04, The Leader Fee: $19.89 6 feet; Proposed: 6 feet will sponsor cat and kitten adoption For pet adoption and fostering in- The application will also seek such other PUBLIC NOTICE relief as may be determined necessary at events on Saturday and Sunday, Au- formation, please call (908) 964-6887, the public hearing based upon review of gust 14 and 15, from noon to 4 p.m. extension no. 306 for dogs and no. TOWN OF WESTFIELD the application or amendment(s) to the They will be held at the PETsMART 307 for cats. COUNTY OF UNION application. NEW JERSEY stores in the Bridgewater Promenade All interested persons may be present Mall, Route 28 at Route 287, and in REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL and heard. ENGINEERING AND The file pertaining to this application is the Watchung Square Mall, located at ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES available for public inspection during nor- 1515 Route 22. Scotch Plains . . . This spectacular Colonial features mal business hours from the Secretary of Among the many pets available for The Town of Westfield Department of the Board at the Administration Offices of 8 bedrooms and 5 1/2 baths. Beautifully landscaped Recreation, New Jersey seeks profes- the Borough of Fanwood at 75 North adoption will be “Angel,” a 10-month- sional engineering and architectural ser- Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey. old, neutered male tabby. Described 1.14 acres of property with magnificent gunite pool vices for the following projects: Mr. John Wiley, Jr. Esq. as an affectionate, constant compan- 1. Installation of a synthetic turf field to Law Offices of John Wiley, Jr. ion, this cat is declawed in front, has and double decks. Formerly a Dentist office/home replace an existing grass field (ap- 343 Main Street proximate size 80,000 square feet) P.O. Box 429 tested negative for FIV and feline that could easily be converted to a home office or and installation of recreation level Metuchen, New Jersey 08840 leukemia and is current with his vac- lighting. Attorney for cinations. mother/daughter. Circular drive and plenty of 2. Renovation of an 8 court tennis com- KowTow Inc., (Dunkin’ Donuts) Dog adoptions will take place plex and replacement of existing 257 South Avenue parking. Great living space on beautiful property lights. from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Satur- Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 “Angel” 3. Redevelopment concepts for Memo- 1 T - 8/12/04, The Times Fee: $34.17 day at the Bridgewater PETsMART make this home a must see! Call Lou for details. rial Park, a 19 acre park facility that currently features four softball/soc- $899,900 WSF0765 cer playing fields, six tennis courts, 2 basketball courts, and 1 handball court, plus parking. For copy of the request for proposal, or questions regarding the request for pro- Lou Faruolo posal, interested consultants should con- Broker Sales Associate tact: Direct: 908-301-2033 NJAR Circle of Excellence TOWN OF WESTFIELD Sales Award 1984-2003 RECREATION DEPARTMENT E-mail: [email protected] 425 EAST BROAD STREET WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY 07090 908-789-4080 Completed Requests for Proposals must be received by 4:00 pm on Monday Au- ©2004 Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark of Coldwell Banker Corporation. An gust 23, 2004 and the envelope submitting Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated the response must be clearly designated WESTFIELD OFFICE 209 CENTRAL AVENUE 908 233-5555 as “Response to Request for Engineering and Architectural Services” 1 T - 8/12/04, The Leader Fee: $34.68 New Custom Colonial . . .

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HELP WANTED HELP WANTED MOVING TO CALIFORNIA SALE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Cost Analysis Clerk MARK YOUR CALENDARS! SELLING HOUSEHOLD CONTENTS Westfield Volunteer Rescue The Town of Westfield is seeking CLASSIFIEDS OF WESTFIELD HOME!! SAT AUG 14 and SUN AUG 15. 8AM TO Squad seeks persons willing to a highly motivated, proactive 4PM BOTH DAYS. 637 GREEN BRIAR COURT (OFF RAHWAY train as Emergency Medical individual with strong finance AVENUE) IN WESTFIELD. CALL NOW 858-342-3399 FOR APPT Technicians. No prior exp. oriented skills to work in the CHILDCARE NEEDED OFFICE SUITE FOR RENT TO PREVIEW FURNITURE ON FRI AUG 13. High-end furniture ex. Finance Department under the Ethan Allen and Henredon. Gorgeous Solid Maple Antique Twin needed. Valid NJ Driv. Lic., req., WESTFIELD. Prime location, min. 4 hrs/wk. We offer 24 hr. direction of the CFO. Must have Loving, mature individual needed Bedroom Set w/ 2 Dressers and Mirror. Couches (Yellow or degree in accounting and/or to care for my 2 children in my center of town, in modern Turquoise). Upholstered chairs. Kitchen Table & 4 Chairs. Twin coverage. Wkday 9am - 1 pm or elevator building. 750-1150 sq 1-5pm slots are perfect for par- related business degree and a Westfield home. 3 half and 2 full Bedroom Set w/ Desk and Night Table. Dining Room Chandelier. minimum two years financial days per week. MUST drive and ft. Adj parking and NY trains. Bedding ensembles. Rugs. Washer/dryer. Deep freezer (FREE!). ents of school children. Childcare Please call (508) 228-3030 or reimbursement available! experience. Salary DOQ - range have references. Contact Beth Tools. Small Appliances. Pots/Pans and LOTS MORE! Books esp. (908) 232-0229 email: RSSLKS at pobox.com History and Children’s. Old 33 records. Adult Clothes in excellent Seeks trainees as Dispatchers. Min. $32,874-$36,897. Send resume and cover letter to CFO, 425 East P/T CHILDCARE HELP condition. Some 60’s retro women’s clothing. Size 9.5AA Women’s 2 hrs./wk. All training provided. APARTMENT FOR RENT Shoes. NO EARLY BIRDS PLEASE. Call the Recruiting Team at Broad Street, Westfield, NJ 07090. No phone calls or faxes. An Equal Adult needed to oversee activities 3Bd, LR/DR/KT+Ldry in Bsmt, (908) 233-2500 for details of 2 Westfield teens (girls) after Opportunity Employer. Fenced Yd+Garage. 15min HOME FOR SALE DINING ROOM HELP WANTED school, 2-3 afternoons/wk. Own NYTrain/Quiet Ngbhd. $1550 + HELP WANTED car helpful. Non-smokers. Sweet Utilities/1Mo.Sec. Mountainside. Westfield by owner, 3 Bdrm Cape, Beautiful cherry set, table, hutch REAL ESTATE, Agents at Nanny needed for newborn & 3 yr dog in house. Call (908) 654-9752. Call Aniuska (973) 280-4128 move-in cond., eat-in kitch, lvg, & buffet, 6 chairs. Sacrifice. $1275. Burgdorff ERA are breaking all dng, 2 bth, lg cedar deck, finished Can deliver (732) 259-6690 records. ERA’s #1 Real Estate old in my Westfield home. 15 hrs CAREGIVERS per wk, flexible, English speak- AUTO FOR SALE bsmt, all hot water, 2-car detach, firm has training classes starting Teaching Assistants 1 blk from Jefferson Elem. School. BEDROOM SET soon. Scholarships available. ing, non-smoker, driver’s lic., exc. 1995 Subaru Impreza, Red. Only references. (908) 789-1282 Part-time, 4pm-7pm. Experience 51K miles. Looks & runs excellent. (908) 654-3117, $427,000. 7 pc. Cherry, bed, chest, dresser Call 1-866-BURGDORFF or preferred. Westfield location. & mirror and night stand. New in www.burgdorff.com\careers AWD, AC, Rear spoiler, Auto. Very HOUSE FOR SALE HELP WANTED Call Liz or Cheryl clean car. Great for college or high box. Value $2200 sell $925. DRIVERS Commercial Lines CSR for @ (908) 518-0900 school. $3,400. Call (908) 380-6103. WESTFIELD - 569 Pierson St. (732) 259-6690 Recently remodeled 2bdrm 1bth NEEDED NOW! Westfield Insurance Agency. CHILDCARE NEEDED MATTRESS SET Salary plus Commision. 2 years CHILDCARE HELP house for sale. Jacuzzi tub & walk- P&D Driver Sitter w/ car needed 2-3 days (3- in shower in large bathroom. plus minimum experience. Fax Seeking individual to care for my Ortho plush Full size, new in EDISON AREA 7 p.m. or flex.) for two girls. Must Fireplace in Greatroom. plastic with warranty $120. If you are 25 yrs of age or older, resume to (908) 233-1336 or 2 children in my home. Ages: 4 email: [email protected] be warm, willing to drive. Call Confectionary oven. Detached (732) 259-6690 have 3 yrs T/T driving (908) 301-0335 or (908) 612-2675. and 14 months. Full or part time 8- garage. 5pm beginning Sept. Prior exp. experience, CDL w/hazmat, HELP WANTED (336) 765-5440 MATTRESS AND BOX NANNY WANTED helpful. Call (908) 347-9550. or (732) 450-9335 no major violations. Westfield medical billing company Queen pillow top. Name brand, YOU CAN WORK seeks full time employee for data Westfield - Part-time Nanny CHILDCARE OFFICE SPACE new in plastic $140. Can Deliver. 9 - 10 HRS/DAY HOME entry and other clerical office needed for 2 year old and 3 month (732) 259-6690 EVERY NIGHT AND WEEK- old. Tuesday, Wednesday & After school supervision and Newly renovated prestigious duties. Fax resume to Paul at transportation for 2 children 10 & colonial office building. Prime ENDS (908) 317-6896 Thursday, 8 AM - 5 PM. Call LEATHER SET (908) 233-5863 after August 14th. 12 years old in my Scotch Plains location in downtown Westfield. NEW CENTURY Sofa/loveseat, new in bags. Value TRANSPORTATION CHILDCARE home. 3 to 6 p.m., 3 days per Call Maria (732) 679-3777 NANNY AVAILABLE week. Responsible college $1700 sell $875. (732) 259-6690 Call Charles Today CONDO FOR RENT New Westifeld family seeks PT student or adult. (908) 232-3175 877-870-4031 nanny/babysitter to care for 2 Experienced mother of 3 FOR SALE looking to care for your child in Aruba - Christmas, Dec. 17-24 Extension 6714 toddlers in our home either all day CHILDCARE Marriott Ocean Club on the beach. LR sofa & loveseat $900 set Friday or Friday afternoon. Must my Westfield home. Call HELP WANTED (908) 389-1395 after 6:30 PM. WANTED: Mother to watch my son 1 bedroom condo, sleeps 4. Full Recliner - $250, 3 pc. wall unit have previous childcare kitchen. Delux accomadations. $300, misc household, SU! stamp FT Cafe employee for Gourmet (4 years old). Four days a week, experience and great references. HOUSE CLEANING $4,200 Call (908) 233-2520. sets. Call (908) 654-7765. Cafe located in Mountainside. Excellent salary. If interested call 8:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. Westfield resi- Call Alicia at (908) 389-9967. (917) 623-6011 Reliable, ref, exp. English dent preferred. Loving, caring and speaking, own transportation. safe driver. References required. Houses and apts. Call Christine Call Mike at: (908) 346-1114 C (908) 527-6261. ongratulations Jersey Gardens Mini-Golf CHILDCARE Give your home a special touch! Part-time, Monday - Wednesday, STARS OF To Aid CSH Foundation BRIDGES Appeals before and after school supervision for 12 year old girl. Valid driver’s COUNTY – This weekend, the There will be live entertainment both For School Supplies license and references required. xcellence Children’s Specialized Hospital Foun- days. Ray the Prize Guy from New Jer- SUMMIT — Once again this year, Students welcome. (908) 233-9406 dation will host a two-day indoor min- sey 101.5 will conduct contests and en- BRIDGES will deliver new backpacks iature golf tournament at the Jersey tertain the crowd on Saturday from 2 to 4 MAINTENANCE EE and school supplies to school age chil- Gardens Mall, located at 651 p.m., while the Z100 Party Patrol will be dren living in shelters in Newark and FT/PT general hotel maintenance, Kapkowski Road in Elizabeth. on hand from 1 to 3 p.m. on Sunday. Irvington. some exp required, flex hours, must Bettyann Lynch “Bettyann is committed to the highest standards of professionalism, It will take place on Saturday, Au- On both Saturday and Sunday, teen BRIDGES, a Summit-based, non- have own transp. CDL Drivers Lic Sales Associate integrity and service and is consistently a high achiever.” gust 14, from 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. disk jockey Max Fox will entertain profit organization, reaches out to the a plus. Apply in person or fax re- -stated Michael Scott, Manager and Sunday, August 15, from 11:30 participants. He will be on site Satur- homeless populations in lower Manhat- a.m. to 7 p.m. The cost is $4 per person. day from 4 to 8:30 p.m. and from 3 to sume to (908) 654-6483 Westfield tan, Newark and Irvington every week. Inn, 435 North Ave, Westfield Some people think just any real estate company will do. This unique, 13-hole course will fea- 7 p.m. on Sunday. Donations may be brought to ture holes handmade by select stores in One hundred percent of the proceeds O thers expect more. the Jersey Gardens Mall and the sur- from the event will benefit the BRIDGES, located in the Christ Church MATH TUTOR at 561 Springfield Avenue in Summit, rounding area, with a special hole made Children’s Specialized Hospital Foun- Ivy League mathematics degree, Westfield Office by the Foundation staff. dation. on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. or on 209 Central Avenue Fridays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. great results. Math SATs, calculus, 908-233-5555 The event will be run entirely by Children’s Specialized Hospital is algebra. Joe (908) 781-0888. 908-301-2047 (direct line) volunteers, with the majority of volun- the largest pediatric rehabilitation hos- For other drop off arrangements, please call (908) 273-0176. BRIDGES www.ColdwellBankerMoves.com teers being teenagers from the Junior pital in the United States and an affili- PIANO LESSONS Coldwell Banker Mortgage: (Toll Free) 1-888-317-5416 Twigs volunteer group. This group as- ate member of the Robert Wood would like to distribute the backpacks and school supplies before Labor Day, ConciergeTM Service: 1-800-353-9949 sists the Children’s Specialized Hospi- Johnson Health System. For more in- TEACHING SINCE 1970 but will accept them through Satur- ©2004 Coldwell Banker Corporation. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark of the Coldwell Banker Corporation. tal Auxiliary with community and fund- formation on the hospital, please call An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. ©2004 NRT, Incorporated raising events. Jessica Arkel at (908) 389-5646. day, September 25. (908) 889-4095

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Mobility Broker Network ©2004, Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. Coldwell Banker is a registered trademark of Coldwell Banker Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated. Page 14 Thursday, August 12, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Emily and Kate Warren of Westfield Receive Annabel Benito Earns Concepts & Thought Degree at Centenary Congressional Gold Medals at D.C. Ceremony WESTFIELD – Annabel Benito of Westfield graduated WESTFIELD – On June 23, Emily cum laude from Centenary Col- Schering-Plough Grants and Kate Warren, both 18, of Westfield lege in Hackettstown with a Bach- were awarded Congressional Gold elor of Science degree in Equine Medals during a ceremony at the Capi- Studies. Awards to Local Pupils tol in Washington, D.C. She is a 2000 graduate of The award, which is based on the Westfield High School. KENILWORTH – Local students study of science. cornerstones of initiative, achieve- were among 45 pupils in New Jersey “Schering-Plough has a record of ment, challenge and service to others, who were recognized for their out- recognizing scholastic success in New was awarded to the Warrens for their William Paterson Univ. standing scholastic achievement and Jersey,” said Joe Starkey, executive distinguished public service and per- Names Local Students awarded the annual Schering-Plough director, Public Affairs, Schering- sonal development initiatives. Student Research Award for the 2003- Plough. “These individuals have the The Congressional Award is a non- To Spring Dean’s List 2004 school year. potential to be the next generation of competitive program created by Con- AREA – Students from The recipients were honored at their leaders in the state in terms of science gress to recognize and honor the nation’s Fanwood, Mountainside and respective school’s final assembly or and research. Each recipient should outstanding young people who have Scotch Plains have been named graduation ceremony for the school be very proud of his or her accom- earned and deserve admiration. The to the Dean’s List for the spring year. The students received a con- plishments during this past school award is the only one of its kind, besides 2004 semester at William Pater- gratulatory letter and a certificate, as year.” the Medal of Honor, that is awarded by son University. well as a U.S. savings bond. The local winners include Desiree the United States Congress. Fanwood resident Louis The Schering-Plough Research Burkat, a student at Mountain Park In order to receive the award, Emily Dominguez and Scotch Plains Award program was established 15 Elementary School in Berkeley and Kate each completed a minimum WARRENS IN WASHINGTON...Emily Warren, left, and her sister, Kate War- student Cyrenthia Ward joined years ago to recognize prominent sci- Heights; Laurie Delatour, a pupil at of 800 hours of goal-oriented work in Mountainside resident Nicole the areas of community service, per- ren, traveled to Washington, D.C., where they received the Congressional Gold ence students of local communities Columbia Middle School in Berke- Medal during a ceremony on June 23 at the Capitol. Fischer in earning dean’s list sta- where Schering-Plough offices are ley Heights; Alexandra Denby, a stu- sonal development, physical fitness tus. located. Schools in these communi- dent at Governor Livingston High and a five-day, four-night wilderness hiking trip through the Manassas and provide caring support and compan- ties are asked to select outstanding School in Berkeley Heights; Ellen expedition. Fredericksburg, Va. battlefields to ionship to improve the quality of life William & Mary Reveals science students as the recipients of Monroe, a pupil at Thomas P. Hughes Together, the sisters completed experience life as a soldier during the for others within her community. Westfield Graduates the award. Elementary School in Berkeley nearly 1,000 hours of volunteer ser- Civil War. As an active delegate at various The purpose of the program is to Heights; and David Samson, a stu- vice, amassed more than 430 hours of “My most valuable lesson learned Model UN conferences, she gained WESTFIELD – The College reward these students and to encour- dent at William Woodruff Elemen- personal development and participated from this experience was that through valuable insight into the complexities of William & Mary in age them to continue to excel in the tary School in Berkeley Heights. in over 1,250 hours of physical fitness dedication and hard work you can of resolving difficult world issues Williamsburg, Va. has announced activities. succeed at all things no matter how through her active participation in that Westfield graduates Katie Emily volunteered at Special Olym- difficult the challenge,” said Emily. “I committee forums where issues were Marie Behr, Christopher Patrick pics events and at various service ac- thoroughly enjoyed this entire experi- thoroughly debated and resolved. Keenoy, Laura Elspeth MacNeil Fairleigh Dickinson Campus tivities supported by the youth minis- ence and would highly encourage oth- Kate’s physical fitness goal was to and Maura Woolston McMahon try group of her church, she gained a ers to get involved in the Congres- improve her overall defensive skills in have graduated. Announces Area Graduates greater appreciation and respect for sional Award Program.” field hockey and lacrosse to become a Katie, Christopher and Maura others as she exhibited leadership Kate’s experience with her volun- more versatile team player. She also earned Bachelor of Arts degrees. AREA – Fairleigh Dickinson Cutchawaree received a Master of skills, citizenship and compassion. teer service at Special Olympics com- took the camping and hiking expedi- Laura received a Bachelor of Sci- University’s Metropolitan campus in Business Administration (MBA) in For personal development, Emily petitions and at various young minis- tion through the Manassas National ence degree. Teaneck has announced the names of International Business. participated as a delegate at Model try programs sponsored by her church Park and Fredericksburg, Va. sites. local graduates. Scotch Plains resident Dennis Van United Nations (UN) Program con- taught her that, “giving my time, en- “Once I set my mind on a particular Patterson Graduates Westfield resident Tanawat Natta earned a Masters of Adminis- ferences and obtained explicit knowl- ergy and efforts is truly a priceless gift goal, the actual achievement of each goal tration Science and fellow resident edge and understanding of how the that I can share with others.” and the lessons learned along the way Bloomfield College Marie Losavio Placed Tiffanie Frazier received a Master of UN works to establish and maintain These experiences enabled Kate to were extremely rewarding,” notedWeichert Kate. SCOTCH PLAINS – Tia On Spring Dean’s List Arts in Teaching. peace and promote social justice. “By giving of myself, I discovered Patterson of Scotch Plains gradu- Mountainside resident Li Xu re- For physical fitness, Emily worked WeichertChannel 36 to Show how to help others have a better life, and ated Bloomfield College in SCOTCH PLAINS – Seton Hall ceived an MBA in MBA for Execu- diligently to achieve a higher level of that is very gratifying. By participating Bloomfield during the 131st University in South Orange has re- tives, while fellow resident Patricia proficiency in becoming a skilled field WHS Graduation in the program, I have grown immensely, commencement exercises on ported that Scotch Plains resident Bittner earned a Master of Arts de- hockey and lacrosse player. After WESTFIELD – Westfield High both physically and mentally.” May 27. Tia received a bachelor’s Marie Losavio was named to the gree in Educational Leadership. much preparation and training, she School (WHS) Television will broad- The award ceremony was held in degree in business. Dean’s List of the College of Arts and Berkeley Heights resident Joseph undertook a combined camping and cast the commencement exercises of the Russell Senate Office Building Sciences for the spring 2004 semester. Ferrara earned an MBA in Marketing. the Class of 2004 on Channel 36 from of the U.S. Capitol. The Joint Lead- Natalie Warren Garners Tuesday, August 17, to Sunday, Au- ership Congress presided over the gust 29. ceremony and Chip Reid of NBC Master of Science Degree The graduation ceremony will be News served as Master of Ceremony. COLDWELL BANKER WESTFIELD – Natalie War- shown on Tuesdays at 11 a.m. and 7 The Congressional Award is about ren, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. p.m.; Thursdays at 2 and 10 p.m.; challenge. Established in 1979, the Peter Warren of Westfield, re- Saturdays at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. and award is designed to promote and ceived a Master of Science de- Sundays at 4 p.m. recognize initiative, achievement and The second panel discussion de- excellence among youth and is open gree in Education with emphasis signed for high school parents will also in Special Education and Read- to all people between 14 and 23 years be broadcast. Maureen Mazzarese, of age, who set and achieve goals in ing from St. Joseph’s University WHS Student Assistance Counselor, in Philadelphia, Pa. the areas of public service, personal talks to parents about ways to deal with development, physical fitness and Natalie, who was awarded the stress faced by their children. degree during commencement ex- expedition/exploration. This program can be seen on Chan- Recipients are not are not chosen to NEW STUDENT…Westfield resi- ercises on May 15, will teach first nel 36 from August 17 to 29 on Tues- dent Christopher Johnson will at- grade for the Millburn Township receive this award; they must earn it tend Fairleigh Dickinson days at 1 and 9 p.m.; Thursdays at by setting challenging goals for the Public Schools in Short Hills be- noon and 4 p.m.; Saturdays at noon University’s Metropolitan campus ginning in September. betterment of themselves and their in Teaneck this fall. A 2004 gradu- and 9 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. communities. During this process, ate of Westfield High School, he individuals learn about responsibil- plans to pursue studies in chemis- ity, citizenship and the ability to plan try. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. and organize. David Johnson.

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Around the campfire, zens alike, that didn’t seem to matter. he listens to the soldiers griping and Near the end of the presentation, the commiserates with them on the demands French king’s daughter, played by Books for Bride and unfairness of war. “Blood is their Westfield’s own Melissa Miller, is ador- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 16 argument,” they complain and he has able as a French woman trying to learn beth Gale is packaged in a sturdy little retort for them other than a love of the English language from her maid Alice. matching cardboard case and features his country and willingness to fight for it. In a burgundy velvet dress with a simple all of the guidelines a bride could hope Each person in the cast, with the excep- gold cord belt, she is convincingly aristo- for. Published by Adams Media Cor- poration in 2001, the hardcover is available for $22. “The Everything Get Outta Wedding Orga- nizer” by Laura Morin includes 19 The House chapters ideal for By CAROL F. DAVIS organizing every Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times tiny detail. The du- The Tony Award-Winning play rable paperback is M. Butterfly will be staged at the available through Villager’s Black Box Theatre in www.everything.com at $15 and is Somerset from Friday to Sunday, published by Adams Media Corpora- August 20 to 22, at 8 p.m. Based on tion of F&W Publications Company, the true story of a French diplomat 1998. Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader and The Times The 384 pages in “Wedding Kit for and his Chinese opera star lover, THE ODD COUPLE AND MORE…Mrs. Siezmagraff plays with the feelings of this drama explores cultural and Buck (Marc Donovan) while Betty (Carol Todd), right, registers her disapproval. In Dummies” by Marcy Blum and Laura sexual stereotypes, exploitation, and Christopher Durang’s Betty’s Summer Vacation, a number of surprises and twists Fisher Kaiser are chockfull of valuable Western imperialistic attitudes to- compel the audiences to face stereotypes and molds that they might not normally advice and coordinate with a CD wards the East. Tickets are $10 to want to explore. The absurdist two-act play will run through Sunday, August 22. ROM filled with helpful worksheets. $15. Call the box office at (732) Published by John Wiley & Sons, the 873-2210 or visit whole package is $24.95 and is avail- www.villagerstheatre.com. Leave Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader and The Times Memorable Vacation: TTP’s Betty able at all major book outlets. INSPIRING STAR…Former Westfield resident Melissa Miller, dressed as Katherine, the kids home for this one. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 16 chats with former neighbors and aspiring actresses Jennifer Dilzell, left, who starred chats with former neighbors and aspiring actresses Jennifer Dilzell, left, who starred * * * * * * * The stage is set for silliness and may- demand more violence, pornography in the Westfield Summer Workshop’s production of Guys and Dolls and her sister Scotch Plains illusionist Brad Kristen Dilzell, who portrayed Mrs. Darling in the Kenilworth C.A.S.T.’s rendition hem but that’s where the absurdist plot and salaciousness. of Peter Pan at the end of July. Following the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey’s Ross just completed his 200th per- kicks in. This strange beach house is This is where Durang’s play gets bi- formance of World of Magic at production of Henry V, the audience at the Westfield Public Library had the World of Magic complete with a built-in laugh track of zarre. After lulling the audience into a opportunity to speak with actors. Six Flags Great Adventure in Jack- son. There are a few weeks left to voices in the ceiling that talks back to soft comedy at the top of the show, the the occupants. The three voices, Jessie- mood, like the sky of an unexpected tion of Henry, plays multiple roles. With cratic. She and King Harry share the see him perform at the Showcase effective staging in the battle scenes, the finale of the piece, one of Miller’s admit- Theater. Shows are daily at 12:30, Marie Berzolla, Dennis DaPrile and summer storm, turns dark. In a realism is heightened with punctuation of ted favorite moments of the show. 2, 5:15, and 7 p.m. and the special Dave Maulbeck, have been well directed Hitchcock/Monty Python combo, the simulated battle sounds and thunder. The The light, humorous scene has En- performance, Dark, is shown on to play it over the top. The audience sees absurdist plot ventures to the extreme. slow motion dueling and hand-to-hand glish-speaking Harry down on one knee Tuesdays. While you’re there, en- them as fairly benign, but realizes they And that’s when actual human extremi- combat echoed the chaos of battle. trying to explain to his French bride-to- joy the new Batman Stunt show, become increasingly cancerous in their ties start to fly. The three conspirators were espe- be that he thinks he loves her. Clever Catfight! and the new Sponge Bob verbal attacks and demands of the sum- In a tour de force in Act II, Mrs. cially sinister and unctuous in their staging brings an uplifting end to the simulator ride. mer occupants. Greek chorus like, they Siezmagraff assumes the persona of a double-dealing with their king. piece. * * * * * * * suck the audience into this psychotic prosecutor, a witness in a mock trial and Two different backdrops provide vi- According to the WPL Adult Ser- Echo Lake Park in Mountainside waterspout. herself. Sheehan’s talent shines in tim- “The Knot Book of Wedding Flow- sual stimulation: an artistically painted ers” by Carley Roney lures readers vices Coordinator Jennifer Schulze, will show the classic film, The Wiz- Just as the greedy American TV viewing, inventiveness and sheer energy. period map of England and France, and the group has been delighting ard of Oz, under the stars on Tues- with amazing photography, elegant a crimson cotton sheet that is spread out Westfield audiences for the last few ing public that expects a ubiquitous Bravo to director Mark Spina for and “flowery” wording and delicious day, August 17, at 9 p.m. Admis- laugh track and extreme action on every once again bringing unique and chal- from three men who die in battle. The years. sion is free but the performance details. Published by Chronicle Books, stunning visual is breathtaking in its “I just call their number and give them depends on the weather. Bring a program aired today, the voices start to lenging theater to this area. He has the 2002 hardcover costs $29.95. symbolism of the tide of blood lost in the invite and they set the ball rolling to chair or a blanket. Call (877) 424- assembled a gifted cast that, under his “The Artful Bride: Wedding Favors wars. When men say that 10,000 were come!” she said. “They have been perform- 1234 for information. suggestion, is able to take chances with and Decorations: A Stylish Bride’s lost in battle that day, they are merely ing for us for the last three or four years.” characterization and run with them. He Guide to Simple, Handmade Wed- words. The spilling of the red sheet When next summer’s treat comes * * * * * * * takes chances with play selections and, ding Crafts” by April Paffrath, Paula ironically brings those deaths to life. around, don’t be a “woulda, shoulda, Also at Echo Lake Park, the Grasdal and Livia McRee, (Rockport Union County Summer Arts Fes- simply put, they work. This is profes- In this condensed version of coulda.” Go to the WPL and get your sional theater done professionally. Publishers/Quarry Books, 2004, Shakespeare, whole scenes have been tival continues its series of concert free ticket early. For some people like Betty, this shore $12.99 paperback), ™ performances with “high energy POPCORN bands” Jo Bonanno and The excursion won’t be what is typically www.rockpub.com. Godsons of Soul on Wednesday, expected for light, summer fare. For “Creative Wedding Keepsakes” by The Village: August 18. The first show features others, the show is a little mental vaca- Donna Kooler teaches brides and 60s rock, and the second is a cos- tion, taking them into social commen- grooms about how to preserve their tumed, choreographed multi-era wedding photos through tary and self-examination. scrapbooking, cropping and embel- My Kind of Town spectacular. The outdoor shows Durang’s notion of absurdist theater begin at 7:30 p.m. For more infor- lishing. Part of Leisure Arts Publica- One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent espouses a philosophy that laughter is a mation, please call (908) 527- tions’ Pennies from Heaven series, this By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER speak of “those we do not speak of.” As a thrill 4900. “healing process” and can bring a new 2002 book costs $19.95 and is avail- 3 POPCORNS sport, on eerie nights the teenaged boys of the perspective. This play surely does just able through www.leisurearts.com. It’s a funny thing about people and town compete for who can stand still at the * * * * * * * that. “Fabulous Favors: Handmade Fa- movie endings. It’s a custom we keep, boundary for the longest without freaking Strollers will enjoy the free, As the second of three plays of TTP’s vors for Weddings, Parties & Holi- which I’ll explain in this review’s fourth out. Strange, blood-curdling noises echo from guided Walking Tours of Newark 10th anniversary season, Betty’s Sum- days” by Beverly Clark. This paper- offered by the New Jersey Histori- paragraph. But in any case, it works out the forest. And if you’re like me, you conjure mer Vacation will be presented Friday back offers crafting tips for goodies rather well for M. Night Shyamalan, the images of the most horrific bogeymen...almost cal Society. On Thursday, August as bad as the ones who lived in your closet 19, at 12:15 p.m., tour Military and Saturday nights and Sunday after- such as sachets, topiaries, votives, talented director who pours the terror on placecards and includes an entertain- like Poe but always ends them like O. when you were little. Park and its surrounding neigh- LOCAL STAR…Liz Encarnacion, 17, noons through August 22. Audience Henry. He’s quite a filmmaker, evidenced Lore has it that once upon a time the borhood, including the monu- of Westfield has followed in the foot- members have the unique opportunity ing log. (Wilshire Publications, 2002). once again by his latest scare tactic with a good burghers struck a deal with them. You steps of actors Natalie Portman, Robert to interact with the actors over coffee “My First Wedding: A Planner for ments, Trinity Church and the His- Downey, Jr., Mary Stuart Masterson twist, The Village. If the Night Man ever don’t cross our border, and we won’t venture torical Society’s building. On Sat- and cake at the conclusion of each per- Modern Couples” by Jim Mullen – into your woods. From what we come to and Jon Cryer by attending Stagedoor this hardcover book is filled with hys- puts as compelling a beginning and middle urday, August 21, at 11 a.m., visit Manor this year, a theater camp in the formance. before one of his trademark conclusions, understand, the bargain has stood…until Broad Street highlights, including terical illustrations by Barry Blitt with now. Isn’t it just our luck? The moment we Catskills. In each of the summer’s three cinema greatness will be his. the National Newark Building, City sessions, the youngsters aged 8 to 17 suggestions for places to meet the Not that what generally precedes his tune in, it looks like the treaty has been spend three weeks rehearsing 11 shows, groom 9 to 12 months before the breached. They’ve apparently raided over- Hall and Prudential and Symphony Do you have an A&E now-famous climaxes is anywhere near Halls. The groups will convene at which are later performed for the public wedding, including rodeos and shoddy. Some in the know are already night, leaving red markings on doorways. at one of Stagedoor’s seven theaters. Liz story idea? E-mail us at: Mercedes Benz showrooms. This hu- dropping the name Hitchcock among The elders, comprised of Walker, Sigourney the society on 52 Park Place in Newark. No reservations are re- appeared in Stagedoor’s production of [email protected]! morous 2004 must-read is available their words of praise. The Village, his Weaver as Alice Hunt, Brendan Gleeson as Starting Here. first period piece, reaffirms that he has a August Nicholson and two or three others, quired. Call (973) 596-8500. through Simon & Schuster’s visually alluring knack for texture, gets decide that it’s a warning, but against simonsays.com for $12.95. solid performances from his actors and what? “Mother of the Bride: The Dream, shows a fine hand for mood and atmo- To complicate things, it is at this time ‘Family Flix’ Finale to Feature the Reality, the Search for a Perfect sphere. that Alice’s son, Lucius, a quiet, reflective Book Store in Clark Dress” by Ilene Beckerman will keep Oh, those endings. They lay in wait. fellow nicely limned by Joaquin Phoenix, Sets Illustrator’s Event any MOB (Mother of the Bride) calm, And while it may be some time before gets the wanderlust. Best at the aforemen- Characters from Wizard of Oz cool and light-hearted. Published by Shyamalan matches the kicker that tioned game played at the periphery, he is CLARK – Barnes & Noble Booksellers in Clark will host MOUNTAINSIDE – Characters tertainment in two of our beautiful Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill, this wowed us in The Sixth Sense (1999), also the most visionary of his peers. He from the classic movie The Wizard of parks,” said Freeholder Chairman An- 2000 publication is available through contends that if he were to travel to “The Illustrator’s Night, an opportunity once more he doesn’t disappoint. Oz will come to life on Tuesday, August gel Estrada. “We had two big crowds in www.algonquin.com. Perhaps it’s the sheer creativity, the Towns,” that unspecified bit of verboten for readers to meet some of the inventiveness of the surprise that we so geography long despised by the elders as artists of their favorite books, on 17, from 7 to 9 p.m. as the Union Warninaco Park to watch E.T. the Ex- “A Mother, A Daughter, A Wed- respect. Certainly it indicates we make a cesspool of sin, vice and skullduggery, Saturday, August 21, from 6 to 9 County Board of Chosen Freeholder’s tra Terrestrial and Stuart Little. And ding: Diaries of Bridal Chaos, Con- some odd choices of what is and is not he might return with medicines and other p.m. “Family Flix” series concludes in Echo earlier this month the feature was flict and the Bond that Endures” by sacred. How else can you explain if? items to improve life in the village. Prob- Illustrators Dar Hasta, Arlene Lake Park in Mountainside. Casablanca in Echo Lake Park.” Denise Kelly and Sheila Kelly Kaplan What I mean is, if Li’l Abner were to lem is, he’d have to make it through the Graston of “In Every Moon There Youngsters will have an opportunity “The appearance of the movie char- would make a perfect companion to cheat on Daisy Mae, you can bet your pet woods. Is a Face,” “Special Friends: Tales to have their pictures taken with the acters on August 17 will only add to the Beckerman’s book. Published by 1st pig that everyone in Dogpatch, including Mom quakes at the thought. Natu- of Saints and Animals,” Daniel characters, including Dorothy, Glinda excitement that has been generated,” Books Library, this 2003 paperback is the pig, would rush to inform the poor gal rally, Walker and company are against Horne of “The Daniel Horne available for $12.50 at it. But Ivy Walker, the blind, red-haired the Good Witch, The Cowardly Lion, added Freeholder Estrada. of the indiscretion. However, if everyone Sketchbook, Vol. 1,” Frank Horne The Tin Man, The Wicked Witch of Attendees, who are encouraged to www.authorhouse.com. in town but Daisy Mae traveled to the big girl next door who has set her cap for Lucius, though obviously concerned, and others will be in attendance. the West, The Scarecrow and Toto. bring a lawn chair or blanket, might “The Wedding Countdown Book city to see The Sixth Sense, you can bet & Clock” by Tracy Guth Spangler that same swine that not one denizen of sees it as confirmation that she has Visitors can get their caricatures The movie will begin following the also pack a picnic basket or visit the said fair Appalachian holler would dare chosen the right one, the very special done, watch the artists at work, photo session at 9 p.m. nearby concession stand. keeps the nervous bride in check with divulge the ending to her, no matter how one. You see, aside from frightening us, and attend a storytime at 6 p.m. “Family Flix has been a marvelous “Family Flix” will only be presented a helpful pullout book and clock to she begged or cajoled. Why ruin it for her? The Village contains a pretty good love success with families enjoying fine en- in good weather. For updated informa- count the minutes until vows are ex- Which brings us to the central theme story, too. tion on the day of the event, please call changed. For $19.95, this novel gift is of The Village. It’s all about secrets, too. Now, just in case you’re keeping score (908) 352-8410. available at www.runningpress.com. We suspect there’s a really big one. But we at home, to the things that go bump in Plays-in-the-Park Plans can’t know it right away…maybe not the night and the romance tale, add even until the much ballyhooed ending, twists, turns and adventure. For when depending of course on how good a guesser someone in the village is critically Auditions for Two Shows one is. wounded, it’s not Lucius who ventures Auditions for Two Shows out for medicine, but Ivy, magnifi- It is circa, well, probably around the late AREA 19th century. The dress, mannerisms and cently interpreted by Bryce Dallas AREA – Plays-in-the-Park in Edison if possible. No other preparations are speech, plus the absence of certain tech- Howard…Hurt’s daughter in the film will hold open auditions for their up- needed. nologies point us in that direction. But just and Ron Howard’s daughter in real coming productions. Auditions for the 10th anniversary exactly what are the townspeople we’re in- life. An open call is set for the roles of Mr. production of Joseph and The Amaz- troduced to, socio-culturally that is? We Her performance is the veritable crux Bisfick, Mrs. Bisfick and Story Lady ing Technicolor Dreamcoat will be held know it’s rural Pennsylvania and we quickly of the movie. She’s a great for the original children’s musical The on Sunday, October 10, at 4:30 p.m. pick up on the notion that these are a peace heroine…winsome, brave and know- Reluctant Dragon. Auditions will be for alumni from past productions of loving folk, apparently led by one Edward ing. Survive the anxiety of her Blair held on Saturday, August 21, at 4 p.m. the PIP Joseph, and 5 p.m. for new- Walker. Witch traipse without having a heart Attendees should come prepared with comers. Exquisitely portrayed by William Hurt, attack and virtually no insurance com- 16 bars of up-tempo song – whimsical All actors, who will later be taught a Walker is a homespun philosopher king pany should deny you a policy. They’re dance combination and asked to sing sort. So you’re thinking they’re either thinking of making it a qualification. from the show, should bring 16 bars Mysteries abound in auteur Shyamalan’s Quaker or Amish? No. They seem to Coming Next Week: from an up-tempo song. Selections enjoy an idyllic existence. That is, if you metaphor-laden treatise on the search for from Joseph are welcomed. care to churn your own butter and can do Utopia and the inherent pitfalls therein. It’s as • What happens when teens smart as it is suspenseful. Granted, some- All auditions are held at the Stephen without a 450 HP hemi parked alongside flock to the Scotch Plains Public J. Capestro Theater, formerly the the silo. times it’s a tad slow, perhaps a little plodding, Library for their chance at MTV You don’t have to scratch the surface even a bit pompous in its supposition. Yet Roosevelt Park Amphitheater, the home again, it comes down to that ending. Don’t stardom? of Plays-in-the-Park in Roosevelt Park very deeply to soon learn that all is not • John Reynolds, owner of well in The Village. For one, there are ask me, Daisy. in Edison. The theater is handicapped towering guard posts around the perim- * * * * * * * Westfield’s Golden Age Fretted accessible. eter, and vigilantly maintained torches The Villageillage, rated PG-13, is a Buena Instruments discusses value of Detailed role descriptions are avail- every few yards. There’s something out Vista Pictures release directed by M. Knight handmade guitars. able at www.playsinthepark.com. For there. With each sunset a perennial fear is Shyamalan and stars Bryce Dallas Howard, • Russell Parry of Westfield wins more information, please call the the- revisited. Joaquin Phoenix and William Hurt. Run- ASCAP Award. ater from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday to In hushed tones at town meetings, they ning time: 120 minutes. Friday, at (732) 548-2884. 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NEXT STAGE ENSEMBLE DELIGHTS AT WF LIBRARY ‘Go-To Person,’ Glenn, Dispels Chaos Books for Henry V Echoes War During Life’s Most Precious Moments The Bride Dilemma of Today By MICHELLE HELEN Le POIDEVIN By MICHELLE HELEN Le POIDEVIN By SUSAN M. DOUGHERTY layers of interns, apprentices, two tour- Her next venture as Director of Ca- site that lost all of its electricity and Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times tering at Michelangelo Hotel in Mid- needed a generator lickety-split. ing groups, non-equity and equity seg- WESTFIELD – Think “wedding town Manhattan, a smaller boutique “That experience taught me you al- Every bride needs a guide to plan WESTFIELD — A lonely wooden ments, which make up the organiza- planner,” and chaotic images of Mar- property, connected Glenn with a dif- ways need to have a generator onsite,” a wedding, ponder favors, floral ar- trunk with the stenciled, irreverent “H- tion that is housed in Madison. tin Short as wedding coordinator ferent clientele of politicians and celeb- she laughed. rangements, decorations and eti- 5” on its front and a beige curtain are He stressed that their group does Franck in Father of the Bride or Jenni- rities. When brides with cold feet look to quette and organize budgets and the only indications that a play is about abbreviated versions of Shakespeare’s fer Lopez in The Wedding Planner “I started working with clients who Glenn anxiously 10 minutes before everything in- to be staged. works and other classics but noted that might surface. between. The air-conditioned community room abbreviated doesn’t mean watered- But, meet event Publishers of the Westfield Public Library (WPL) is down. planner Joan Glenn of have gener- the locale where out of seemingly noth- Because there is no scenery per se, Westfield and the ously supplied ing comes a full-bodied touring produc- the audience was asked to use its imagi- words “sophistication,” The Westfield tion of Shakespeare’s Henry V. nation to build the sets and elaborate “efficiency,” “compas- Leader and The Actor Matt Sigl opens the show with countrysides and regal rooms of court. sion” and “elegance” Scotch Plains- spring to mind. Fanwood The founder of 6 Times with Degrees of Celebra- some of the tion, Glenn holds over best books for brides lining the 16 years in the event shelves of local bookstores. planning field. While We recommend the following: obtaining her under- “The Knot Bride Journal” by The graduate degree at Knot, Inc. informs every bride about Rutgers, she learned keeping plans and appointments in through the waitress perfect order. Published by and bartending indus- Chronicle Books, the hardcover, try that she liked work- which is filled with gorgeous pho- ing in the hospitality tography, costs $12.95 and is avail- arena. able through After attending a www.chroniclebooks.com. panel discussion at a “Planning a Wedding to Remem- restaurant show in ber” by Beverly New York City, during Clark is an el- which she learned from egant, generously Photo Credit: Andrei Jackamets Photography sized hardcover, famous chefs and ban- ROMANTIC MEMORY...Westfielder Joan Glenn is responsible for bringing magical memories and quet managers that the flawless efficiency to so many weddings and special occasions, including the nuptials of Michael and Melanie ring-binder work- then-male oriented in- Goodnough of Upper Montclair, pictured above at the Park Avenue Club in Florham Park on July 10. book filled with dustry was attracting anything and ev- more women, Glenn said she “knew had event planners,” she said. “I had walking down the aisle, she is there to erything a bride- that day” the event planning business made good connections and realized hold their hands, talk them through to-be requires. Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader and The Times was her ideal choice. that was exactly what I wanted to do.” and reassure them. The 2002 book, A KING VISITS WESTFIELD...“You have witchcraft on your lips, Kate,” Jordan issued by Wilshire Publications, Coughtry, as Henry V, tells Katherine of France, played by former Westfield resident She decided to attend the Culinary Taking some of her Michelangelo “For some brides, I’m their thera- Melissa Miller. Carrie Edel, right, portrayed the maid in this final scene of the Institute of America (CIA) in Hyde clients with her, Glenn established 6 pist, lawyer, accountant and the person costs only $21.95. “Complete Wedding Guide,” part Shakespearean classic that was presented at the Westfield Public Library. The audience Park, N.Y., an experience she admitted Degrees of Celebration. In 1999, she they confide in,” she said. “And, it drew high school seniors and their families, as well as senior citizens, to the free event. was physically challenging. moved with her family to Singapore for helps because I can be very objective of Leisure Arts Publication’s Pen- “The chefs ran the center like a boot 19 months, where she managed an about things.” nies from Heaven series, boasts el- an explanation of the theatre group It wasn’t that much of a stretch with the camp,” she recalled. event planning firm and organized “You learn so much about people egant writing, abundant planners, sponsoring the troupe of 12 actors. powerful words and great delivery. Simultaneously, Glenn was complet- weddings for American families. and I always miss them when the event worksheets, calendars, checklists and “We’re what we like to call ourselves, Minimal costuming was succinct but ing a six-month internship with ban- Currently, Glenn, the mother of is done,” she added. budget and etiquette suggestions. ‘career actors’ (ahem—waiters),” he quite effective. quet chef Abigail Kirsch, which taught nine- and five-year-old sons, works Glenn works with couples that are The 2001 paperback is available for quipped to a sympathetic audience. Henry, known to all as King Harry, her priceless lessons on structuring with a staff of at least three people. Yes, stretching their pennies and some who $19.95 through Sigl explained that the actors are the played by Jordan Coughtry, brings pas- events, timing and taste. they do use walkie-talkies to keep all report that the sky’s the limit. www.leisurearts.com. part of the Shakespeare Theatre of New sion and zeal to the demanding title Glenn married her husband, Brett, eyes on the finer points of the events. “I am very realistic about setting “A Personal Wedding Planner” Jersey’s Next Stage Ensemble. role. His portrayal is a compassionate while attending the CIA. Upon gradu- Describing herself as the “go-to per- up a budget from the beginning be- by Sharon Capen Cook and Eliza- In explaining the ensemble, Sigl of- figure revealing the anguish a leader ation, she became Catering Sales Man- son,” Glenn has dodged all kinds of cause most couples don’t figure in all Continued on Page 15 fered the analogy of an onion with Continued on Page 15 ager at The Hilton Hotels and later, last-minute snafus, such as a 3 a.m. call of the miscellaneous requirements Hyatt Hotels Corporation, where she from a bride with a ruined gown, a like bridal party gifts, alterations, was responsible for organizing events couple about to call off their nuptials, their rings or tipping,” she added. “I attended by up to 700 people. and a horse farm used as the wedding update them on their budgets on a monthly basis.” Despite Diverging Paths, Westfield’s She added that she must always pace steps ahead of any imminent snafus, so until she has the opportunity to breathe Pick An Exit Band Merges for Music Take the Stage a sigh of relief, Glenn said, “I internal- With Susan M. Dougherty ize it.” By MARYLOU MORANO Specially Written for The Westfield Leader The Westfield Leader After planning one of the largest wed- and The Times and The Scotch dings “from a pressure perspective,” WESTFIELD — Things Plains-Fanwood during which Glenn fielded stringent Times. He began requirements from the father of the are finally starting to calm down for the modern rock Pick An Exit in 2001 TTP’s Vacation Is ‘Shore’ bride, Glenn’s husband arranged a mas- with Dave sage appointment for the very next day. band Pick An Exit. It took a year and a half of Napiorski. “I’m like the ping-pong,” she joked, Statton is a televi- “going back and forth. The day after interviewing singers and gui- To Be Remembered tarists before the all-male sion and film student the event, just like the bride, I’m com- at the Tisch School pletely in a funk.” band finally finalized their By SUSAN M. DOUGHERTY Trudy, quite convincingly portrayed musical lineup. of the Arts at New Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times On the local level, Glenn has used York University by Megan Muckleman, begin to meet Scarlet Begonias in Westfield for about After spending weeks at CRANFORD — The underlying their housemates. Water Music Recording stu- (NYU). The band’s warning of The Theater Project’s 80 percent of her weddings over the vocalist and music The first roommate, Keith, appears last two years. dio in Hoboken this past (TTP) latest undertaking, Betty’s with his snow shovel and hatbox, spring, the band’s first CD, writer, he is focusing Summer Vacation might be: vacation “They’re creative and their pricing is his studies on engi- sporting his mismatched shirt and very competitive,” she said. “Across the “Unsatisfaction Drives Us” with a friend, not strangers. Likewise, pants. Matt McCarthy superbly plays is now available. neering and business. whether or not one is forewarned, he board, they’ve never done the same This fall, he will this strange, sensitive, weirdo nerd. thing twice. Nothing is cookie-cutter.” The band members, all might not be quite prepared for the The glint in his eye and frozen plastic who hail from Westfield and be doing a lot of absurdist humor presented in Chris- Paul Anthony Entertainment in MAKING WESTFIELD PROUD...Pick An Exit consists of Westfield soundtrack mixing smile are only a tip of his serial crimi- Kenilworth is another venue used by graduated Westfield High topher Durang’s two-act show per- nal iceberg behavior. School, recently returned High School graduates Dave Napiorski, James Reber, Evan Statton for graduate students formed by Union County College’s Glenn, who said she often combines a and Brian Chiger. at his school. Another wacky housemate is the deejay with a four- to five-piece jazzy from their first five-week, (UCC) professional theater company. recently widowed Mrs. Siezmagraff, 21-city national tour that brought them made the trip with them. Napiorski plays the drums and writes But, like the first day of a vacation, ensemble. the lyrics to accompany Statton’s mu- played by the multifaceted Bev Glenn advised that this year’s at trends as far as Los Angeles, Calif. An upright With September right around the relax and settle in and you’ll like it. Sheehan. Betty learns quickly that piano from the home of Evan Statton, corner, three of the four men will be sic. He will be returning to Rutgers Betty, the title character, hasn’t been in organizing a wedding include vi- University where he is an English ma- this woman is not only the landlady, brant color, more mood lighting using one of the founding band members, heading back to school, Statton told warned about the housemates she will but also Trudy’s mother who looked jor. gels to soften the perimeter of a space, Bass guitarist and back-up vocal- as well as candelabras and candles often ist James Reber is a student at the to replace floral design. The Party Dolls Will Close Out Berklee College of Music in Boston. Savvy Living, New Jersey Monthly, This September, he will resume his New Jersey Bride and other print me- studies in business and music com- dia have afforded Glenn additional County Summer Concert Series position. exposure. She also participates in panel Guitarist Brian Chiger recently discussions sponsored by Neiman MOUNTAINSIDE — Union disco, and rock from the 80s, com- County’s free Summer Arts Festival plete with choreography and cos- graduated from the University of Roch- Marcus in The Mall at Short Hills. A ester with a degree in psychology and a member of the Association of Bridal concert series will conclude on tumes, brings the best female rock & Wednesday, August 25, with a return roll of all time to life.” minor in business and marketing. He Consultants, she has been a guest on an is currently seeking a job in advertising episode of News 12 New Jersey’s performance by The Party Dolls. Lawn chairs, blankets and picnic Modeled after the “girl groups” of baskets are encouraged. A refresh- or marketing. “Jersey’s Talking,” which spotlighted The band members also use their wedding consultants. the 1960s, The Party Dolls and their ment stand will be available at ap- band will begin playing at 7:30 p.m. proximately 6:30 p.m. musical talents to benefit others. At a She also established a full-service nightclub in South Amboy in July, the corporate event-planning and man- in Echo Lake Park, near the Spring- In case of rain, the concert will field Avenue entrance in move to Cranford High School, on band helped raise money for the I Have agement company, Event Source a DreamÒ project in Plainfield. All of Group. Although, she has not man- Mountainside. West End Place off Springfield Av- “The popularity of these three tal- enue in Cranford. For up-to-date the band’s profits from the national aged many projects under that com- tour aided this cause. pany since the terrorist attacks of Sep- ented women and their band makes concert and rain information, please this concert the grand finale of the call the Department of Parks and The program helps children from tember 11, she might consider taking low-income areas reach their educa- on a few. summer series,” said Freeholder Recreation 24-hour hotline at (908) Chairman Angel Estrada. “Their 352-8410 after 3 p.m. on the day of tion and career goals by providing a Glenn recently finished a busy wed- long-term program of mentoring, tu- Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader and The Times ding season which began in the spring blend of Motown oldies, dynamic the concert. THEY HEAR VOICES…The voices, as embodied by Dennis DaPrile, Dave toring and enrichment with an as- and involved a wedding every other sured opportunity for higher educa- Maulbeck and Jessie Marie Berzolla, scare the dickens out of Mrs. Siezmagraff, weekend, as well as large birthday and played by Bev Sheehan, and her daughter Trudy, portrayed by Megan Muckelmann, tion. left. They urge the summer occupants of the house to commit mayhem and test anniversary celebrations. Her next event Pick An Exit will be playing locally the outer limits of their rational behavior in Betty’s Summer Vacation. is August 28, followed by more fall throughout the rest of the summer. projects, including bar mitzvahs. She Staying close to home is giving Chiger, also has a “Destination Wedding” com- have for the summer. She’s looking for the other way when her father mo- Napiorski, Reber and Statton the op- adventure, as well as a husband, but ing up, which will take her talents over- portunity to devote some time to lested her. seas. finds a little too much to handle in the After Mrs. Siezmagraff picks up recording new songs and rerecording bungalow. “So You Want to Be a Wedding older ones. Mr. Vanislaw (Ken Schactman), a Planner” would be the type of book Set designer Jessica Parks’ sand-col- derelict flasher in a trench coat, who The band will be appearing at NYU’s ored sponge-painted living room/ Glenn might like to pen someday. orientation on Labor Day and is also has been menacing the women in the “Authors who have never planned kitchen accented with splashes of blue ladies’ dressing room, we know where scheduled to play at Westfield’s Festifall lulls the audience into a faux sense of an event often write wedding how-to the end of September. this is going and it’s not going to be books,” said Glenn. “There should well being. Add Michael Magnifico’s pretty. Attending college in Boston, James creative sound design that uses gently be a more proactive, realistic view- will have to travel the furthest for the The other man thrown into the point from someone who has been crashing waves and mood-setting mix is Buck, a 20-something man event. However, after traveling cross- Beach Boys’ tunes and other surfer- involved in the actual planning of the country on tour, it won’t seem like such caught in his infantile stage of devel- event.” type music for an upbeat mood. opment. All he wants are a few “brews” a long trip back to Westfield. This seemingly idyllic summer va- To contact 6 Degrees of Celebra- “I’ll be right around the corner,” he and sexual gratification. A well-built tion, please call (908) 928-9093, toll- cation at the shore doesn’t exactly turn stud muffin, Marc Donovan plays the quipped. free at (866) 728-2947, visit Photo Courtesy of www.partydolls.com, Middlesex County College Project, 2003 And he won’t even have to move the out to be a dream come true, however, dumb sex-crazed guy to plenty of COME TO THE PARTY…The Party Dolls, which consist of Alison Koster, as Betty, wonderfully played by Carol www.6degreesofcelebration.com, fax COME TO THE PARTY…The Party Dolls, which consist of Alison Koster, piano. well-deserved laughs. (908) 928-9094 or e-mail Chrissy Sparks and Nicol Delli Santi, will bring Union County’s free Summer Todd, and her motor-mouthed friend Continued on Page 15 Arts Festival to a blockbuster finish. For more information on Pick An jglenn@6degreesof celebration.com. Exit, please visit www.pickanexit.com.