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By CHRISTINA M. HINKE ney Russell Finestein told The Specially Written for The Westfield Leader jector to its housing plan. A principal of a two-family zoned Westfield Leader. The 10 units will WESTFIELD — The town council property on Ross Place, off of South all be for sale, market rate units, with passed a resolution Tuesday at the Avenue, Peter Francis had sought to no inclusionary housing. official governing body meeting to include a high-density housing de- There were two other objectors sign a settlement agreement with the velopment he wanted to build on three who the town had settled with earlier Fair Share Housing Center in accor- lots there within the town’s afford- in the year, Mr. Finestein said. They dance with its fair-share housing plan able-housing plan. The town settled were Elite Developers and Pan Ameri- that is to be heard at a fairness hearing with the owner to allow the building can Cleaners. Elite owns property on by the court on Tuesday, October 17. of 10 units to resemble single-family South Avenue on both sides of the In connection to the hearing, the town homes. Mr. Francis had wanted more roadway near the train tracks and is had made an agreement with an ob- than double that density, Town Attor- planning to build a mixed-use development. Pan American is planning mixed use as well. The three property owners have yet to file applications with the planning board. “We had a resident mention 750 Walnut Avenue (in Cranford on the Clark line)…to build 905 units…putting a 905-unit development in the Town of Westfield, for example, would have a material adverse impact on infrastructure, schools and mean more police and Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader fire,” Councilman Sam Della Fera PEDALS FOR PROGRESS...Warren Rorden, Lowell and Florian Schantz fix a bike that was donated at the Westfield Rotary said. “We won’t be facing any 905- Club's annual bicycle donation event to help Pedals 4 Progress. The event was held Saturday in the parking lot of the Westfield unit development. I think that’s im- Board of Education building. All bicycles donated will be sent to people in Africa, Latin America and many other places. portant for folks who like to complain about how the town is run. I think this is a great example of what experienced leadership gets the resi- South Ave. Redevelop. Bedroom dents of Westfield. We have compliance with our affordable-housing obligations for the foreseeable fu- Layout, Parking Draws Concern ture.” The town council has authorized a settlement agreement with Mid- By MICHAEL BONACCORSO makeup of Russo. How and when was view, his knowledge is a bit limited on American Salt, LLC, which had filed Specially Written for The Westfield Leader it decided? This has been a mystery to topic specifics and how contract terms Photo courtesy of Cranford Fire Department a lawsuit against Morris County Pric- GARWOOD — At Tuesday night’s me until a couple of weeks ago,” said came about. He stated there were dis- HISTORY OF SERVICE...The Cranford Fire Department will commemorate its ing Council, et al for municipalities borough council meeting, Councilman Councilman Sarno. cussions regarding reducing total units 125th anniversary of continuous service to the township with a celebration this within the cooperative not purchas- Joseph Sarno questioned the finalized Councilwoman Todisco stated that a from 315 to 298. Sunday, October 15, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., in the parking lot adjacent to fire headquarters on Springfield Avenue. Past department personnel are shown in this ing the amount of salt they commit- South Avenue Redevelopment (Russo March 1 e-mail was distributed amongst “I didn’t handle those negotiations,” vintage photograph. See editorial on page 4. ted to buy, Town Administrator Jim II) bedroom layout. The bedroom lay- the mayor and council entitled, “Draw- said Mr. Renaud. Gildea told The Leader. The Town of out refers to the total unit number and ings from Last Night.” The South Av- Councilman Sarno stated the nego- Westfield had purchased the full their locations designated for one, two enue redevelopment’s bedroom layout, tiations were handled by attorney Wil- Borough Council Candidates amount of salt ordered, which was and three bedrooms. The property has whether conceptual or a proposed fi- liam Northgrave. 900 tons. However, to avoid litiga- been designated per the settlement nalized rendering, was not confirmed “It’s Northgrave and if he can’t com- tion, the town settled out of court to agreement for 52 stacked town homes. to the public. municate in a clear and concise manner, Discuss Issues at Forum purchase 45 tons of salt. The price of The official layout has not been pub- Borough Attorney Robert Renaud we should stop working with him,” said the salt “was good,” Mr. Finestein licly disclosed pending ongoing nego- suggested council members, adhering Mr. Sarno, voicing frustration over hav- By KATE BROWNE cil for the last 15 years, 11 as council told The Leader. tiations with South Avenue Redevelop- to proper legal protocol, should discuss ing minimal oversight or input on the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader president. A settlement was agreed to with ment, LLC (Russo Development II). any pending negotiations in executive bedroom layout negotiation thus far. MOUNTAINSIDE — A standing- Councilwoman Andre has served 411 North LLC, the developer who is Council President Sara Todisco as- session only. Mr. Renaud stated he is “Council makes ultimate decisions,” room-only crowd filled Borough Hall on the council since 2010 and has building next door to the firehouse. sumed Mayor Charles Lombardo’s role not in negotiation oversight, but pro- said Mr. Renaud, responding to Coun- Tuesday night to question the four acted as the governing body’s liaison The developer has agreed to replace for the meeting in Mayor Lombardo’s vided general legal guidance as to how cilwoman Ileen Cuccaro’s questions on candidates running for seats on the to the senior citizen community, the underground electrical conduits at absence. Mayor Lombardo will be the council should conduct on-going who is responsible for approving the borough council. The Candidates rescue squad and the recreation de- the firehouse as well as the driveway present at the next council meeting. redevelopment discussions, analytics final site plan. Night was sponsored by the League partment. Ms. Andre detailed her role CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 “I want to talk about the bedroom and personal inferences. Councilwoman Cuccaro stated con- of Women Voters of Berkeley Heights, in creating the First Alert system and “You don’t want to discuss (layout or cerns to Mr. Renaud regarding the rede- New Providence and Summit. Re- the Mountainside Facebook page as binding contractual) options in open velopment being deed restricted. Ms. publican incumbents Keith Turner and well as her service as a volunteer with Bd. Discusses Master Plan; meeting. Not a discussion you want to Cuccaro said she wanted to know what Deanna Andre squared off against the the Girl Scouts, the PTA and local have. With negotiations going on, you will happen to Garwood when the cur- two Democratic challengers, Lauren veterans’ organizations. would not want to prejudice those ne- rent low-income housing requirements Cook and Carlos Gomez. In her opening statement, Ms. Cook Hartz Still on for Oct. 18 gotiations,” said Mr. Renaud. start all over again. The evening began with opening expressed an interest in improving Councilman Sarno asked Mr. Renaud Deed restrictions are rules and regu- communications in the community By CHRISTINA M. HINKE the board decide to fully rewrite the if the borough is bound to the financial lations governing one or more land statements by the candidates. Mr. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Gomez detailed his background as a and explained she and her husband plan versus doing a re-examination. agreement with South Avenue Rede- parcels. They are written agreements 10-year resident with his wife and have lived in Mountainside for 13 CRANFORD — Hartz Mountain The land use and the housing ele- velopment, LLC. that restrict or limit the use of activities two children. Active in the commu- years. She owns MC2, a Mountain- Industries LLC’s application seeking ments are both in need of being re- “Yes, is the answer to that. But no that take place on a property. nity, he also has been a first responder side-based marketing agency that to rezone 750 Walnut Avenue from examined, Zoning Officer Ron particular terms,” said Mr. Renaud. “Every 10 years, the borough’s low- with Elizabeth for more than 20 years helps businesses and nonprofits com- commercial to residential remains on Johnson said. Mr. Renaud stated that because ne- income housing requirement will and is a realtor at Coldwell in municate effectively to achieve their the planning board’s agenda for Mayor Thomas H. Hannen, Jr., who gotiations were removed from his pur- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Westfield. goals and contended her business Wednesday, October 18, the board’s sits on the planning board, said the During his opening statement, skills and role as a small business scribe Ruthanne Della Sera said housing plan should be set aside until Councilman Turner detailed his 27 owner qualified her to be “a new Wednesday at a workshop meeting. the township and the court have met years of service to Mountainside that voice for Mountainside.” As of Wednesday, there has been and a decision is made on the afford- includes serving on the borough coun- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 no word from Hartz if it is asking to able housing the township would be adjourn the hearing, as it has done required to provide. The township’s previously, because Hartz has been current housing plan will expire De- waiting for a decision by the town- cember 31, 2018. ship committee on whether to make Also, since the Downtown Man- the 30-acre property that borders agement Corporation has been work- Clark an area in need of redevelop- ing on a strategic plan for the down- ment. However, Hartz has requested town, “their plan cannot contradict that the township committee delay its with what we are trying to do,” Mr. decision until at least the Tuesday, Johnson said. October 24 committee meeting, the Board Chairwoman Kathleen township committee has said. Murray suggested the board first have The board spent most of the evening an outline as to which parts of the discussing how to go about updating master plan should be changed, and its master plan. The board must adopt then the board can advertise for a a re-examination report of the master request for proposals from planners plan by December 2019. Some board to assist with the re-examination of

members questioned whether it should the master plan. Ms. Feder felt it Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader be re-examined or have a complete would be helpful to first hire a plan- REMEMBERING LAS VEGAS...A vigil for the victims of the Las Vegas mass overhaul. ner who could then work together shooting wass held on Monday evening at St. Michael's Church in Cranford. The master plan was last adopted with the board to prepare the report. in 2009. Prior to the new master plan The board is to continue discussing PAGE INDEX Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader in 2009, the board had last done a the master plan in its upcoming work- SUPPORTING DACA...On Thursday night a rally to protest the end of DACA complete re-write of the master plan shop meetings. Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 9 (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) took place outside the office of Con- Editorial...... 4-5, 19-20 Sports ...... 11-17 in 1979, board member Lynda Feder Also, the board announced that Real Estate .... 11-22 gressman Leonard Lance (R-7th) in Westfield. "Sun Sets on DACA and We Rise said. Ms. Feder felt that the plan only Kathy Lenahan will become the new Police ...... 18 Up" rallies took place across New Jersey including Westfield to demand Congress needed to be re-examined. She also scribe for the zoning board of adjust- Community ... 6-8 Classifieds ..... 18 support a path to citizenship for immigrant youth. Several organizations including Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 21-22 Make the Road New Jersey took part. noted that there is a larger cost should ment and the planning board. WESTFIELD FOR ALL MARKET INFO: WEST Twitter: @cbwestfield Instagram: @cbwestfieldnj Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/westfieldwest Facebook: www.facebook.com/cbwestfieldnj Westfield West Office • 600 North Avenue West, Westfield, NJ 07090 • 908-233-0065 • ColdwellBankerHomes.com © 2016 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity ® #600NORTH Act. Operated by a subsidiary of NRT LLC. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logo are registered service marks owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Westfield Leader only Page 10 Thursday, October 12, 2017 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A Watchung Communications, Inc. Publication SCHILLER McMAHON CCIVILIVIL & CCRIMINALRIMINAL TRIAL ATTORNEYSATTORNEYS FFORMERORMER PRPROSECUTORSOSECUTORS 123 SOUTH AVENUE EAST • WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY 07090 • SCHILLERMCMAHON.COM • 908.233.4840

Emergency Generator Committee Passes Ord. Considered for Police Acad. Regarding Puppy Mills

By PAUL J. PEYTON The board also inquired about a lease By LAUREN A. SILVA Deputy Mayor Giblin and Commis- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader agreement the county is about to enter Specially Written for The Westfield Leader sioner Ann Dooley. Mr. Hannen and COUNTY — The Union County into with the Elizabeth branch of Gate- CRANFORD — Tuesday night’s Commissioner Mary O’Connor voted Freeholder board reviewed a number way Family YMCA for rent space for township committee workshop and yes to the ordinance passing and spoke of resolutions involving contracts for Intoxicated Driver Resource Center town council meetings featured the to the public after their decision. Sev- facilities and road or bridge improve- education classes in 2018. The rent will town’s fire department recognition eral members of the public spoke. Some ment projects at its agenda setting meet- be $520 per day for a minimum of 52 awards and heated debate about a town of whom were store owners; others ing last Thursday. days in an amount not to exceed ordinance which would ban the sale of were humane society volunteers, or The board will vote at its regular $27,040. The one-year contract begins puppies and kittens sold by pet stores local residents. Many presented data meeting tonight to award a $1.4-mil- January 1, 2018. The space is at 1564 that buy them from “puppy mills.” The and statistics to the town committee and lion contract to Colonnelli Brothers, Irving Street in Rahway. Acting Direc- ordinance restricts “the retail sale of public. Inc., of Hackensack, for replacement of tor of Human Services, Karen puppies and kitten to only those that are Regarding the ordinance, Mayor the East Hazelwood Avenue minor Dinsmore, said the county is required sourced from shelter or rescue organi- Hannen stated, “I have some concerns. bridge in Rahway. The board also will to offer 26 sessions for the program. zations.” The ordinance does not apply This was not a clear and balanced pic- vote on a $589,265 contract to Tony & She said there will be no cost to the Christina M. Hinke for The Westfield Leader to “hobby breeders.” ture when first presented to us.” Mayor THE GOP TEAM...Westfield Republican candidates for mayor and town council Son, Inc., of Colonia, for the super- county. met with editor Paul Peyton and reporter Christina M. Hinke (behind the camera) During the workshop meeting, the Hannen also addressed the local and structure replacement of the Hussa The board is set to concur with Cran- last Friday. Pictured, from left to right, are: James Corcoran, candidate for architect for the town pool spoke to the non-local members of the public from Street Bridge in Linden. The Linden ford to close Springfield Avenue be- Second Ward councilman; First Ward Councilman Sam Della Fera, Mayor Andy committee about additional expenses the Humane Society that serve as vol- project is funded through the New Jer- tween North Avenue and North Union Skibitsky, Fourth Ward Councilman Keith Loughlin, Third Ward Councilman and changes to the original construc- unteers for the organization. “You need sey Department of Transportation’s Avenue on Sunday, October 15, for the David Oliveira and Mr. Peyton. See story on page 2. tion plans. No time was lost on the to get your act together so more fami- 2015 Local Bridge Future Needs Pro- 125th anniversary event for the Cran- project because of the changes, he said. lies can adopt dogs,” he said. gram. ford Fire Department. The event runs Significant changes noted were the re- Commissioner O’Connor said she Also considered was a $12,965 in- from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Please see moval of insulation, HVAC drops, re- grew up with dogs from licensed breed- crease in the contract to LCA Engineer- editorial on page 4.) South Avenue wiring and several large cracks in the ers and that she did much research ing, LLC, of Union, for additional engi- Another resolution will proclaim CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 floor. The town architect said, “The about this topic before Tuesday night’s neering services for the installation of Saturday, October 21, as Red Ribbon floor was in rough shape.” The comple- meeting. Ms. O’ Connor also stated, an emergency generator at the John H. Day throughout Union County. change or start all over again. That’s problem is caused by the local health tion date is slated for early November “There is a pet supply store in town. Stamler Police Academy in Scotch “Red Ribbon is celebrated locally exactly what fair housing told me,” board trying to make it a resident or of this year. There is not a store that sells puppies Plains. The new contract is for $91,085. and nationally to increase awareness said Ms. Cuccaro in commentary to property owner problem. He said it is Mayor Thomas H. Hannen, Jr. by- and kittens.” Joseph Graziano, director of the De- and support for substance abuse pre- The Westfield Leader after the meet- the borough’s problem and the bor- passed some items on the agenda, in- Commissioner Dooley abstained say- partment of Engineering, Public Works vention, treatment and recovery,” ac- ing. ough needs to get back to baiting and cluding an engineering update and an ing, “I do not know who to believe and Facilities Management, said the cording to Prevention Links, a non- Resident Bruce Paterson said com- spraying. office space redesign discussion. The here.” same company installed a generator a profit organization based in Roselle. plications will arise regarding the park- “Thank you, Mr. Sarno, for bringing workshop meeting then moved into a Local residents also expressed con- few years ago at the engineering depart- At the start of the meeting, Daphne ing situation after the South Avenue up Russo. The person doing the nego- closed session to discuss various legal, cerns about the proposed Hartz Moun- ment in Scotch Plains. He said the Lee of Rahway was honored as the first redevelopment is erected. Mr. Pater- tiations should be fired. This guy you contractual and personnel matters be- tain development specifically that the Police Academy and the engineering woman from New Jersey to win the son said Russo Development men- got doesn’t care what’s going on,” said fore moving into the council chambers town’s public roads were already over- generator projects were “tied into one” Miss Black USA title. tioned that finding every single car a Mr. Delconte. for the regular town committee meet- flowing. contract. parking spot is not the developer’s Resident and former councilman Jim ing. An ordinance about unclaimed bi- He said some additional changes were responsibility. Mathieu used the public commentary The meeting began with a moment of cycles in town up for public auction needed for the engineering building “We have to do something at this time allotment to question Ms. Todisco silence for the victims in Las Vegas passed with all council members voting project as well as where the generator moment before it’s too late. The way on what the bedroom mix would be at “and for all victims of gun violence,” yes. Several ordinances on the agenda was to be situated due to underground he (Russo Development) is acting is as the redevelopment. Deputy Mayor Patrick F. Giblin said. were tabled for future discussion. conditions found during digging. There if he is in control,” said Mr. Paterson. “Mayor Lombardo never got back Cranford Fire Chief Daniel Czeh The township committee meeting also is an emergency generator at the Mr. Paterson stated that the borough to me on why you were forced to awarded several town firefighters and concluded with several announcements public safety complex in Westfield. Mr. may want to consider eminent domain resign during contract negotiations,” EMTs with recognition awards for their from the council members. Commis- Graziano said the three locations can for the public good. He advised the said Mr. Mathieu to Ms. Todisco. heroic acts in the past year. Specifically, sioner O’Connor thanked the Cranford now be used as emergency operation goleader.com/subscribe council to keep on top of negotiations Mr. Mathieu was referring to the he referenced May 3, 2017 in which his Fire Department and the EMTs for all centers during storms. for the borough’s best interests or Garwood Department of Public Works men and local EMTs rescued a town that they do for the town. Commis- “maintaining control” as a borough teamster contract negotiations. The resident from her home near Hillside sioner Dooley mentioned some local and council. negotiations took place in March 2016. Avenue School. Chief Czeh said this streets that will be repaved in the spring: “Eighteen municipal spots have been “I did not resign. I simply asked the month’s fire prevention theme is Every “Pine and Riverside need more exten- Westfield Council set aside at this point for parking. The mayor to replace my position on the Second Counts: Plan Two Ways Out! sive engineering than we thought.” CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 parking situation is under negotiation committee. It was budget time and Kindergarten students in local schools Deputy Mayor Giblin spoke about apron in front of the firehouse, pav- erage time spent inside a single-fam- as well,” said Councilwoman Todisco, negotiations. I was recently in a will receive fun bags and glow in the the town’s new web site, ing and a new fence at the firehouse ily home for the inspection is about acknowledging a common theme re- master’s degree program. Mayor dark fire hats. Mayor Hannen thanked www.cranfordnj.org, the Cranford Jay- grounds, as well as façade renova- 10 minutes, he told The Leader, to garding site-plan specifics and public [Lombardo] accepted my request,” all the firefighters and EMTs at the cees successful October Fest (they tions that face the side of the develop- evaluate the home and any renova- discussion for the time being. said Ms. Todisco. award’s conclusion by stating, “Con- raised $30,000 for the first aid squad in ment, Mr. Della Fera said. tions made. In other business, Councilwoman “I said this four times tonight. The tinue to have safe arrivals on all your town) and the relief drive for the hurri- After the town passed a snow ordi- Of the three bidders, Realty Ap- Cuccaro, in her laws and licensing matter is under negotiation. We should calls.” cane victims in Puerto Rico. Mr. Giblin nance last year that requires residents praisal Company was the only firm report, discussed a possible ordinance not discuss specifics tonight. I would The ordinance involving dogs and also mentioned the fire department’s to park vehicles off street when snow that had experience conducting re- providing guidelines for addressing like to discuss 100 percent of every- other animals that was on the agenda celebration on Sunday, various town has reached three inches or deeper, valuations in Union County, and had the Garwood Brook rodent problem. thing; might not make sense to do so caused a heated debate. The committee Halloween festivities, a new Porch Fest the town council has reviewed data the most experience in New Jersey. It “I know passing this ordinance as legally,” said Ms. Todisco, addressing passed the ordinance on second read- event, the town street fair and the up- by the police department that details also was the lowest bidder, Council- well as spraying the required amount Mr. Mathieu’s questions regarding the ing, with two abstained votes from coming Scarecrow Stroll. which roads do not have sufficient man Della Fera said. of times per year will alleviate our redevelopment’s bedroom layout. off-street parking. In light of the data, The town council approved by reso- neighbors’ concerns so we don’t have Councilwoman Jennifer the town council is to implement al- lution the Westfield Historical people all over town worrying about Blumenstock, Garwood senior citizen ternate side of the street parking regu- Society’s application for a $150,000 rodents in their backyard,” said Ms. liaison, provided updates on borough Cuccaro. senior citizen activities. On Sunday, Mountainside Forum lations for snow events for those sec- grant from Preserve Union County to CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 tions of the town, Councilman Keith help with funding its initiative to build Ms. Todisco stated the ordinance October 29, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., a Loughlin said. a cultural center and central archive would place responsibility on senior brunch will be held at the Knights When asked what was the most the response times. Both Ms. Andre Also, Mr. Loughlin said the police at the Reeve History and Cultural homeowners and business owners to of Columbus hall. The next meeting pressing issue facing the borough, and Mr. Turner advocated in favor of department will enforce the town or- Resource Center, located at 314 address rodent infestation. Fanwood for seniors is on Thursday, October Councilwoman Andre answered keep- continuing the outsourcing of the dinance that requires property own- Mountain Avenue. has adopted an identical ordinance 19. The last meeting was on October 5 ing taxes down, noting that New Jer- snow-removal process, explaining ers to remove snow and ice from all Public Works Committee Chair- establishing guidelines and punish- and featured a speaker from Brook sey residents are already the most that the five members of the Depart- sidewalks on their property — the man David Oliveira said the leaf ments for those noncompliant with Health Care. The meeting topic was heavily taxed in the country. Mr. ment of Public Works could not man- front, side and rear of the property. pickup program is to begin the week public health standards, she noted. humor and health. Gomez contended that overdevelop- age the volume and it would not be A crossing guard is to be stationed of Monday, October 23, and that a “The enforcement would be subject- “Laughing is one of the best medi- ment risks changing the character of cost effective for the borough to hire temporarily on Scotch Plains Avenue brochure was mailed out detailing the ing individuals to health and sanitations cines you can give your body, and it the community. In response, Council- seasonal workers and purchase and and First Avenue as a result of a collection dates. violations. So a possible fine up to has been shown to have such a positive man Turner noted that the new hous- maintain snow-removal equipment. request by residents. The town will During public comment, a few resi- $1,000 or community service for no effect on all your systems,” said Ms. ing developments were not something Mr. Gomez and Ms. Cook supported then count foot traffic to verify if a dents had come out to speak about the more than 90 days,” said Mr. Renaud. Blumenstock on what borough seniors Mountainside asked for, but instead investigating the installation of side- guard is needed permanently there. town’s leadership. Resident Al Delconte said the rat were taught by their keynote speaker. were a state-ordered mandate linked walks and streetlights on certain roads The town also had received another Resident John Rochford of to a Democratically-controlled State while Mr. Turner and Ms. Andre noted request for a crossing guard at West Knollwood Terrace commended the Legislature that has refused to modify that the cost of installing sidewalks Broad Street and Palsted Avenue and town’s expanded conservation center the Council on Affordable Housing would exceed $5 million, saying the the Public Safety, Transportation and services, and the council’s decision (COAH) requirements and noted that maintenance of the sidewalks are le- Parking Committee is still reviewing to lower the rate for use of the site, under the current borough adminis- gally a homeowner’s responsibility, that request, Mr. Loughlin told The calling it a “sensitivity to the needs of tration, the council succeeded in ob- and reminded the public that two of Leader. Additionally, the town is hir- our citizens.” taining the lowest density per acre of the busiest roads in the community, ing crossing guards to fill retirements. Resident Erwin Ramirez remarked affordable housing in the state. New Providence Road and Central Those interested should call the traf- on the town’s surplus. “Thank God When asked how they would re- Avenue, are county-owned roads. fic bureau at (908) 789-6068, Mr. we have the surplus,” he said, in the duce taxes, Mr. Turner noted that In response to questions about posi- Loughlin announced at the official event of natural disaster. over the last several years tax in- tive and negative ordinances and regu- town council meeting. Jeff Datillo of Birch Place com- creases in Mountainside have been lations, Mr. Gomez specified the Mr. Loughlin also said the town has mended and recognized the police kept in the 2-percent range and re- changes regarding tree ownership, video on its website that explains department and the police officer who minded the audience that the bulk of Ms. Andre spoke of the positive how to use the new double meter mans the council meetings, which their tax bill goes to the county and changes made to the animal control heads that were recently installed garnered applause from the audience. school budgets. Ms. Cook noted that contract, while Mr. Turner pointed to downtown. Mr. Datillo then noted a letter by more businesses are needed in town the recently reduced building permit Realty Appraisal Company of West Democratic candidate for mayor and on Route 22. Councilwoman fees and the reductions in the floor New York was selected as the com- Sherry Brindle, printed in The Leader, Andre reminded the audience that area ratio regulations to insure that pany to conduct the town revaluation, where she remarks on a list of issues she had been instrumental in obtain- homes are suitable for their lot size. at a contract price of $671,000. Neil with the town, such as increased taxes, ing more than $2.9 million in grants Mr. Gomez and Ms. Cook con- Rubenstein, a representative of the parking fines, sidewalks, and more. for community groups. ceded they have not attended many firm, told the council that the firm “When do property taxes ever go Mr. Gomez advocated in favor of borough council meetings but re- will begin outreach to the commu- down?...What town has a $20 park- PLAY TO PINK...Westfield PAL Football League Coordinator John Dugan is shared services such as the use of a minded residents for the first time in nity. Mailers and planned public meeting ticket anymore?….” He went on pictured with 6th grade Westfield cheerleaders who were raising money during regional dispatch service for first re- many years they will have a choice on ings will inform the community of to rebuff her points. Play for Pink on Saturday. Pictured, from left to right, are: Nicole Quevedo, Chloe sponders. Mr. Turner responded that Election Day. Ms. Andre, meanwhile, what the revaluation will entail, Mr. He then commended the current Walpole, Claire Morano, Addie Hoeft, Ava Redman, Mr. Dugan, Adrian Fleming, Mountainside left the regional dis- cautioned against “change for the sake Rubenstein told The Leader. The av- council and mayor. and Allie Constantinou. Play to Pink raises funds for breast cancer research. patch program after it had issues with of change.” RE-ELECT FOR MAYOR

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By FRED T. ROSSI firehouse and some of the municipal downtown business district. Fifteen Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times parking lots. percent of new housing developments SCOTCH PLAINS — Members of As he has at previous meetings, he must be deemed “affordable,” with the downtown redevelopment com- said that redevelopment efforts will renters having to meet certain income mittee were peppered last week with be centered to a great extent around requirements to live in those units at questions from residents and busi- building enough affordable housing lower rental rates. That would mean ness owners about various aspects of to satisfy the township’s obligations about 450 of the total new housing the redevelopment effort that is now under a still-to-be finalized settle- stock would be identified as afford- starting to shift into gear. ment of litigation with several devel- able. The mayor estimated that nearly At a town hall meeting at Scotch opers. He expects about 3,000 new half of those 450 units would be lo- Plains-Fanwood High School on Oc- overall housing units to be built in cated in the general downtown area tober 4 that was attended by several Scotch Plains over the next eight or as part of the overall 1,300 or so units dozen, Mayor Alexander Smith, who so years, with slightly more than half to be built in that neighborhood. heads the committee, said redevelop- to be located on whatever large tracts And he emphasized that all the new ment efforts will hopefully start in the of land are available on the south side housing will not be situated solely in first half of 2018, with the focus be- of town and at the site of the Bowcraft the central business district — along ing on some of the township-owned Amusement Park. Park Avenue from Grand Street to properties that include the library, The remaining 1,300 or so units Westfield Avenue and the first block- municipal building, north-side will be constructed in and around the and-a-half of East Second Street where the first phase of redevelopment is focused. There are six other phases that will eventually be addressed by the redevelopment committee and new housing also will be Susan M. Dougherty for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times located there. Phase 2 encompasses LIGHTING THE CANDLES…Before the October 6 Vigil for Vegas, candles are lit at the Dhammakaya Meditation Center’s Park Avenue from Grand Street to garden in Fanwood. The service honored the victims of the tragedy that occurred the prior Sunday in Las Vegas, in which Route 22, Phase 3 includes Park Av- 58 people were killed. enue from East Second Street/ Westfield Avenue to Portland Avenue, Phase 4 is East Second Street from Senger Place to Myrtle Avenue, and Walter Discusses High Phase 5 runs from Myrtle Avenue to Farley Avenue on East Second Street. Phases 6 and 7 encompass Terrill Density Housing, Library Road from the Fanwood border north to the Watchung border. After the mayor’s remarks, resi- By CHRISTINA M. HINKE Mr. Walter lives in Fanwood with have gigantic buildings being put up dents and property owners spoke Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times his wife and two children. Born and with the promise that it is going to about a number of concerns, includ- FANWOOD — Brian Walter is raised in Scotch Plains, he graduated make the town better and our town ing the impact of potentially 6,000 running as a Republican candidate from Scotch Plains-Fanwood High beautiful...,” he said, “but they don’t Paul Lachenauer for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times new residents — and the resulting for Fanwood Borough Council. The School in 1997. He subsequently at- have to pay taxes and our taxes still SAVING TREES...Union County held a paper-shredding event Saturday morn- number of school-age children — on council has two seats open this elec- tended the French Culinary Institute, go up.” ing at Union County Vocational-Technical Schools’ parking lot in Scotch Plains. the township’s infrastructure and ser- tion year. Mr. Walter is running against where he graduated with honors in Another recent issue facing the vices as well as on the school system. Democratic incumbent Russell 1999. As a volunteer, he has served as council is funding improvements to The mayor said that there would be an Huegel and newcomer Anthony president of the Fanwood Business the library. The Fanwood Memorial Zoning Bd. to Vote On Cell impact on the school system, but Carter. Association, board member for the Library Board of Trustees has re- added that the new buildings — which Mr. Walter is hopeful to add an- Fanwood Community Foundation, quested the council consider invest- will be a mix of commercial and retail other voice to the all-Democratic and a founder and president of the ing in renovations and an expansion, Tower Antennas In Nov. on the ground floor and residential council. “A voice that is different Fanwood St. Patrick’s Day fundraiser, which is estimated to cost $3 million. units on second and third floors — than a one-party voice, and the coun- among many other organizations. However, as the mayor and council By FRED T. ROSSI He also raised concerns about poten- would result in more tax revenue to cil has been that way for a very long In an interview October 4 with The are considering the proposal, Mayor Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times tial health risks from the antennas, CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 time,” Mr. Walter said. Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times, Mr. Colleen Mahr has said that the bor- SCOTCH PLAINS — The zoning saying they “don’t belong in a resi- Walter discussed issues such as high- ough is facing a shortage of revenue. board of adjustment will complete its dential neighborhood.” Joe Guidi, density housing and the Fanwood “Does it have to be triple the size hearing next month on a cell tower who lives on Ramapo Way within Memorial Library renovation and and take away all that beauty that is in application by New Cingular Wire- sight of the tower, accused New Emergency Generator Is expansion. that neighborhood? I don’t think so. less, which is seeking to replace its Cingular of having “shown no inter- Fanwood has designated redevel- Can we do something to expand it or antennas on a PSE&G transmission est” in looking at any other sites for its opment zones and areas in need of add space for tutoring?…I don’t have tower in the Judy Lane neighborhood antennas. Another Judy Lane resi- Eyed for Police Academy rehabilitation to allow for builders to the zoning or bids in front of me…but off Terrill Road. dent spoke about the impact of the develop lots while having the ability certainly, if there is enough people At its October 5 meeting, the board antennas “on this beautiful residen- By PAUL J. PEYTON ging. There also is an emergency gen- to make payments in lieu of taxes, or who want it, there is something we started its fourth hearing on the appli- tial community.” Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times erator at the public safety complex in tax abatements, which are tactics to have to talk about it…. There are cation by listening to seven neighbor- At last Thursday’s meeting, there COUNTY — The Union County Westfield. Mr. Graziano said the three persuade developers to buy and rede- people in that neighborhood who have hood residents voice their objections were six voting members of the board Freeholder board reviewed a number locations can now be used as emer- velop land, as well as to encourage come to me and are very upset with to the proposal. New Cingular Wire- in attendance, as well as Albert Muller, of resolutions involving contracts for gency operation centers during improvements to existing properties. the possibility of them losing some- less has housed its antennas on tem- who joined the board that evening but facilities and road or bridge improve- storms. In recent years, Fanwood’s main cor- thing — the view of that beautiful porary poles for the past several years was ineligible to vote on the applica- ment projects at its agenda setting The board also inquired about a ridors have evolved with new mixed- neighborhood or the aesthetics of that while PSE&G undertook its multi- tion. Board Chairman Ken Anderson meeting last Thursday. lease agreement the county is about use and residential buildings. neighborhood [should the library be year project to upgrade and modern- said New Cingular had the option of The board will vote at its regular to enter into with the Elizabeth branch “My neighbors and I want to know expanded], and the library adds to ize its transmission towers and power waiting until the board’s Thursday, meeting tonight to award a $1.4-mil- of Gateway Family YMCA for rent what is going on. I think that is impor- that beauty...It is an important part of lines. November 2 meeting, when seven lion contract to Colonnelli Brothers, space for Intoxicated Driver Resource tant. I live on Fourth Street…just to CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Thomas Patterson, a Judy Lane resi- board members are expected to be in Inc., of Hackensack, for replacement Center education classes in 2018. The dent, told the board the antennas and attendance, for a vote. With five affir- of the East Hazelwood Avenue minor rent will be $520 per day for a mini- utility building that will be built at the mative votes needed to approve a bridge in Rahway. The board also mum of 52 days in an amount not to tower’s base would have a detrimen- use-variance request, New Cingular’s will vote on a $589,265 contract to exceed $27,040. The one-year con- tal impact on his neighborhood, which attorney, Christopher Quinn, asked Tony & Son, Inc., of Colonia, for the tract begins January 1, 2018. The he described as being “very quiet.” CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 superstructure replacement of the space is at 1564 Irving Street in Hussa Street Bridge in Linden. The Rahway. Acting Director of Human Linden project is funded through the Services, Karen Dinsmore, said the New Jersey Department of county is required to offer 26 sessions Transportation’s 2015 Local Bridge for the program. She said there will Future Needs Program. be no cost to the county. Also considered was a $12,965 in- The board is set to concur with crease in the contract to LCA Engi- Cranford to close Springfield Av- neering, LLC, of Union, for addi- enue between North Avenue and tional engineering services for the North Union Avenue on Sunday, installation of an emergency genera- October 15, for the 125th anniver- tor at the John H. Stamler Police sary event for the Cranford Fire De- Academy in Scotch Plains. The new partment. The event runs from 11 contract is for $91,085. Joseph a.m. to 5 p.m. (Please see editorial Graziano, director of the Department on page 4.) of Engineering, Public Works and Another resolution will proclaim Facilities Management, said the same Saturday, October 21, as Red Ribbon David B. Corbin for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times company installed a generator a few Day throughout Union County. TALKING FANWOOD...Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times reporter Christina M. years ago at the engineering depart- “Red Ribbon is celebrated locally Hinke meets with Republican candidate for Fanwood Borough Council Brian ment in Scotch Plains. He said the and nationally to increase awareness Walter last Wednesday. Please see story on this page. Police Academy and the engineering and support for substance abuse pre- generator projects were “tied into one” vention, treatment and recovery,” ac- PAGE INDEX Paul Lachenauer for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times contract. cording to Prevention Links, a non- SUPPORTING DACA...On Thursday night a rally to protest the end of DACA Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 9 He said some additional changes profit organization based in Roselle. Editorial...... 4-5, 19-20 Sports ...... 11-17 (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) took place outside the office of Con- were needed for the engineering build- At the start of the meeting, Daphne gressman Leonard Lance (R-7th) in Westfield. "Sun Sets on DACA and We Rise Police ...... 18 Real Estate .... 11-22 Up" rallies took place across New Jersey, including in Westfield, to demand ing project as well as where the gen- Lee of Rahway was honored as the Community ... 6-8 Classifieds ..... 18 Congress support a path to citizenship for immigrant youth. Several organizations erator was to be situated due to under- first woman from New Jersey to win Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 21-22 including Make the Road New Jersey took part. ground conditions found during dig- the Miss Black USA title. 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By MICHAEL BONACCORSO moment before it’s too late. The way Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times he (Russo Development) is acting is GARWOOD — At Tuesday night’s as if he is in control,” said Mr. Pater- borough council meeting, Council- son. man Joseph Sarno questioned the fi- Mr. Paterson stated that the bor- nalized South Avenue Redevelopment ough may want to consider eminent (Russo II) bedroom layout. The bed- domain for the public good. He ad- room layout refers to the total unit vised the council to keep on top of number and their locations designated negotiations for the borough’s best for one, two and three bedrooms. The interests or “maintaining control” as property has been designated per the a borough and council. settlement agreement for 52 stacked “Eighteen municipal spots have town homes. The official layout has been set aside at this point for park- not been publicly disclosed pending ing. The parking situation is under Susan M. Dougherty for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times ongoing negotiations with South Av- negotiation as well,” said Council- Susan M. Dougherty for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times VIGIL FOR VEGAS...Residents of Fanwood and surrounding communities enue Redevelopment, LLC (Russo woman Todisco, acknowledging a REMEMBERING VICTIMS IN LAS VEGAS…Residents of Fanwood and gather for a service to honor the memory of the 58 people who died in the Las Vegas surrounding communities gather for a service to honor the memory of the 58 shooting. The Vigil, on Friday, was held at the Dhammakaya Meditation Center’s Development II). common theme regarding site-plan people who died in the Las Vegas shooting. The Vigil, on Friday, was held at the garden in Fanwood. Colleen Mahr, the mayor of Fanwood, brought together Council President Sara Todisco as- specifics and public discussion for Dhammakaya Meditation Center’s garden in Fanwood. clergy and Fanwood Council members to light the fire of healing and read the sumed Mayor Charles Lombardo’s the time being. names of the souls lost on October 1 at the Harvest Music Festival on the Las Vegas role for the meeting in Mayor In other business, Councilwoman strip. Lombardo’s absence. Mayor Cuccaro, in her laws and licensing Lombardo will be present at the next report, discussed a possible ordinance council meeting. providing guidelines for addressing Downtown Redevelopment Borough Council Candidates “I want to talk about the bedroom the Garwood Brook rodent problem. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 makeup of Russo. How and when was “I know passing this ordinance as the township. A downtown business Echoing the mayor’s earlier re- it decided? This has been a mystery to well as spraying the required amount owner asked whether one-story com- marks, Mr. Vinegra said that property Discuss Issues at MS Forum me until a couple of weeks ago,” said of times per year will alleviate our mercial buildings are “doomed,” and owners elsewhere in the downtown Councilman Sarno. neighbors’ concerns so we don’t have the mayor responded, “maybe,” be- might be spurred by the new develop- By KATE BROWNE owner qualified her to be “a new Councilwoman Todisco stated that people all over town worrying about fore adding that he expected property ment to expand or upgrade their own Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times voice for Mountainside.” a March 1 e-mail was distributed rodents in their backyard,” said Ms. owners will want to add capacity to buildings. In response to a question MOUNTAINSIDE — A standing- When asked what was the most amongst the mayor and council en- Cuccaro. their buildings as they see overall about relying on businesses to want room-only crowd filled Borough Hall pressing issue facing the borough, titled, “Drawings from Last Night.” Ms. Todisco stated the ordinance redevelopment moving forward. to locate in a newly-developed down- Tuesday night to question the four Councilwoman Andre answered keep- The South Avenue redevelopment’s would place responsibility on When asked about the fate of the town — especially in light of the candidates running for seats on the ing taxes down, noting that New Jer- bedroom layout, whether conceptual homeowners and business owners to municipal building on Park Avenue, threat from online shopping — Mr. borough council. The Candidates sey residents are already the most or a proposed finalized rendering, address rodent infestation. Fanwood the mayor said the committee is look- Vinegra said business and profession- Night was sponsored by the League heavily taxed in the country. Mr. was not confirmed to the public. has adopted an identical ordinance ing into relocating it and hoped to als such as doctors and lawyers will of Women Voters of Berkeley Heights, Gomez contended that overdevelop- Borough Attorney Robert Renaud establishing guidelines and punish- have more to say about it by month’s want to be “where the people are.” New Providence and Summit. Re- ment risks changing the character of suggested council members, adher- ments for those noncompliant with end. And he downplayed the threat to publican incumbents Keith Turner and the community. In response, Council- ing to proper legal protocol, should public health standards, she noted. Planner Victor Vinegra then showed bricks-and-mortar retailers, pointing Deanna Andre squared off against the man Turner noted that the new hous- discuss any pending negotiations in “The enforcement would be sub- conceptual drawings as well and a to an expanding Jersey Gardens Mall two Democratic challengers, Lauren ing developments were not something executive session only. Mr. Renaud jecting individuals to health and sani- three-dimensional animated video of in Elizabeth as an example. “If you’re Cook and Carlos Gomez. Mountainside asked for, but instead stated he is not in negotiation over- tations violations. So a possible fine how redevelopment of the munici- saying that Amazon is killing all re- The evening began with opening were a state-ordered mandate linked sight, but provided general legal guid- up to $1,000 or community service pal-owned properties that now house tail, you’re listening to too much ra- statements by the candidates. Mr. to a Democratically-controlled State ance as to how the council should for no more than 90 days,” said Mr. the library and adjacent municipal dio,” he said. Asked by a resident Gomez detailed his background as a Legislature that has refused to modify conduct on-going redevelopment dis- Renaud. parking lot might look. Besides a new about the possibility of “retailers who 10-year resident with his wife and the Council on Affordable Housing cussions, analytics and personal in- Resident Al Delconte said the rat library-community center building, may never show up” and occupy avail- two children. Active in the commu- (COAH) requirements and noted that ferences. problem is caused by the local health his plans showed several new multi- able commercial space in new down- nity, he also has been a first responder under the current borough adminis- “You don’t want to discuss (layout board trying to make it a resident or story mixed-use buildings on the site town buildings, Mr. Vinegra replied with Elizabeth for more than 20 years tration, the council succeeded in ob- or binding contractual) options in property owner problem. He said it is of the present library and along Bartle that the space will not only be for and is a realtor at Coldwell Realtor in taining the lowest density per acre of open meeting. Not a discussion you the borough’s problem and the bor- Avenue — all of which he envisioned retailers, but also restaurants, doc- Westfield. affordable housing in the state. want to have. With negotiations go- ough needs to get back to baiting and as containing retail and office space tors’ and lawyers’ offices, dance stu- During his opening statement, When asked how they would re- ing on, you would not want to preju- spraying. on the ground floor and residential dios and the like. Councilman Turner detailed his 27 duce taxes, Mr. Turner noted that dice those negotiations,” said Mr. “Thank you, Mr. Sarno, for bring- units on the upper floors. He also said He also explained why it is impor- years of service to Mountainside that over the last several years tax in- Renaud. ing up Russo. The person doing the that perhaps part of Bartle Avenue tant that the redevelopment commit- includes serving on the borough coun- creases in Mountainside have been Councilman Sarno asked Mr. negotiations should be fired. This guy could be closed to vehicles in the tee assemble detailed plans for meet- cil for the last 15 years, 11 as council kept in the 2-percent range and re- Renaud if the borough is bound to the you got doesn’t care what’s going evenings, creating a pedestrian plaza ing Scotch Plains’ affordable-hous- president. minded the audience that the bulk of financial agreement with South Av- on,” said Mr. Delconte. where diners could eat al fresco on ing obligations. Otherwise, he said, Councilwoman Andre has served their tax bill goes to the county and enue Redevelopment, LLC. Resident and former councilman the sidewalk and the street and be courts will allow developers to build on the council since 2010 and has school budgets. Ms. Cook noted that “Yes, is the answer to that. But no Jim Mathieu used the public com- served by restaurants located on the wherever they can find available prop- acted as the governing body’s liaison more businesses are needed in town particular terms,” said Mr. Renaud. mentary time allotment to question ground floors of the new buildings. erty — without any oversight or di- to the senior citizen community, the and on Route 22. Councilwoman Mr. Renaud stated that because Ms. Todisco on what the bedroom rection from the municipality. If a rescue squad and the recreation de- Andre reminded the audience that negotiations were removed from his mix would be at the redevelopment. builder can find two acres, he can partment. Ms. Andre detailed her role she had been instrumental in obtain- purview, his knowledge is a bit lim- “Mayor Lombardo never got back easily fit 35 units, regardless of the in creating the First Alert system and ing more than $2.9 million in grants ited on topic specifics and how con- to me on why you were forced to Cell Tower location, Mr. Vinegra warned. Locat- the Mountainside Facebook page as for community groups. tract terms came about. He stated resign during contract negotiations,” CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ing the bulk of housing in the down- well as her service as a volunteer with Mr. Gomez advocated in favor of there were discussions regarding re- said Mr. Mathieu to Ms. Todisco. town area, he said, means “these things the Girl Scouts, the PTA and local shared services such as the use of a ducing total units from 315 to 298. Mr. Mathieu was referring to the that the board take its vote at next don’t pop up behind your house.” He veterans’ organizations. regional dispatch service for first re- “I didn’t handle those negotiations,” Garwood Department of Public month’s meeting. also said a developer has expressed In her opening statement, Ms. Cook sponders. Mr. Turner responded that said Mr. Renaud. Works teamster contract negotiations. In other business, the board gave interest in building a senior housing expressed an interest in improving Mountainside left the regional dis- Councilman Sarno stated the nego- The negotiations took place in March its unanimous approval to two appli- facility that will be 100 percent af- communications in the community patch program after it had issues with tiations were handled by attorney 2016. cations by homeowners seeking to fordable units, something that would and explained she and her husband the response times. Both Ms. Andre William Northgrave. “I did not resign. I simply asked the build decks off the backs of their be desirable because, he said, it would have lived in Mountainside for 13 and Mr. Turner advocated in favor of “It’s Northgrave and if he can’t mayor to replace my position on the homes. Allen and April Bickoff of reduce the township’s affordable- years. She owns MC2, a Mountain- continuing the outsourcing of the communicate in a clear and concise committee. It was budget time and 1109 Hetfield Avenue and Edward housing requirements and also not side-based marketing agency that snow-removal process, explaining manner, we should stop working with negotiations. I was recently in a Hiraldo of 2128 Shady Lane were result in additional school-age chil- helps businesses and nonprofits com- that the five members of the Depart- him,” said Mr. Sarno, voicing frustra- master’s degree program. Mayor granted permission. dren. municate effectively to achieve their ment of Public Works could not man- tion over having minimal oversight [Lombardo] accepted my request,” goals and contended her business age the volume and it would not be or input on the bedroom layout nego- said Ms. Todisco. skills and role as a small business cost effective for the borough to hire tiation thus far. “I said this four times tonight. The seasonal workers and purchase and “Council makes ultimate deci- matter is under negotiation. We should maintain snow-removal equipment. sions,” said Mr. Renaud, responding not discuss specifics tonight. I would Mr. Gomez and Ms. Cook supported to Councilwoman Ileen Cuccaro’s like to discuss 100 percent of every- Walter investigating the installation of side- questions on who is responsible for thing; might not make sense to do so CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 walks and streetlights on certain roads approving the final site plan. legally,” said Ms. Todisco, address- our town. It’s something we have to while Mr. Turner and Ms. Andre noted Councilwoman Cuccaro stated con- ing Mr. Mathieu’s questions regard- sit down and think about…but think- that the cost of installing sidewalks cerns to Mr. Renaud regarding the ing the redevelopment’s bedroom lay- ing it is being done behind closed would exceed $5 million, saying the redevelopment being deed restricted. out. doors is something that a lot of us in maintenance of the sidewalks are le- Ms. Cuccaro said she wanted to know Councilwoman Jennifer the town do believe. Not having a gally a homeowner’s responsibility, what will happen to Garwood when Blumenstock, Garwood senior citi- voice that isn’t part of the one-party and reminded the public that two of the current low-income housing re- zen liaison, provided updates on bor- system in our town makes it more the busiest roads in the community, quirements start all over again. ough senior citizen activities. On Sun- difficult because they are all saying New Providence Road and Central Deed restrictions are rules and regu- day, October 29, from 9 a.m. to 2 the same answers constantly,” Mr. Avenue, are county-owned roads. lations governing one or more land p.m., a senior brunch will be held at Walter said. In response to questions about posi- parcels. They are written agreements the Knights of Columbus hall. The “This is the year where we need to tive and negative ordinances and regu- that restrict or limit the use of activi- next meeting for seniors is on Thurs- keep a watchful eye on one-party lations, Mr. Gomez specified the ties that take place on a property. day, October 19. The last meeting politics, and I am the guy to do it,” changes regarding tree ownership, “Every 10 years, the borough’s low- was on October 5 and featured a Mr. Walter said. Ms. Andre spoke of the positive income housing requirement will speaker from Brook Health Care. The Raising awareness for girls’ field changes made to the animal control change or start all over again. That’s meeting topic was humor and health. hockey, the Boy Scouts and the travel contract, while Mr. Turner pointed to exactly what fair housing told me,” “Laughing is one of the best medi- leagues also is something he would the recently reduced building permit said Ms. Cuccaro in commentary to cines you can give your body, and it like to bring to his post on council fees and the reductions in the floor The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times has been shown to have such a posi- should he be elected. area ratio regulations to insure that after the meeting. tive effect on all your systems,” said Other issues Mr. Walter also would homes are suitable for their lot size. Resident Bruce Paterson said com- Ms. Blumenstock on what borough like to address should he be elected Mr. Gomez and Ms. Cook con- plications will arise regarding the seniors were taught by their keynote are traffic concerns and safeguarding ceded they have not attended many parking situation after the South Av- speaker. property values. borough council meetings but re- enue redevelopment is erected. Mr. Paul Lachenauer for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times “I love my town; I am not going minded residents for the first time in Paterson said Russo Development TO BUY OR SELL, PEDALS FOR PROGRESS...Warren Rorden, Lowell and Florian Schantz fix anywhere. I have been here a long many years they will have a choice on mentioned that finding every single a bike that was donated at the Rotary Club of Westfield's annual bicycle USE LEADER/TIMES donation event to help Pedals 4 Progress. The event was held Saturday in the time,” Mr. Walter said. Election Day. Ms. Andre, meanwhile, car a parking spot is not the parking lot of the Westfield Board of Education building. All bicycles donated See the video at www.goleader.com cautioned against “change for the sake developer’s responsibility. CLASSIFIED ADS will be sent to people in need in Africa, Latin America and many other places, under video 2017. of change.” “We have to do something at this where they are utilized for transportation. RE-ELECT FOR MAYOR

Paid for by Re-Elect Skibitsky for Mayor, Mariella Foley, Treasurer, 241 North Ave. West, Suite 300, Westfield, NJ 07090 Page 2 Thursday, October 12, 2017 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Shelley Brindle [email protected] brindleforwestfield.com For Mayor @brindleforwestfield Paid for by: Brindle for Westfield Mayor, 900 Minisink Way, 07090 Positive PARCC Results Westfield GOP Discuss Addressed at BOE Meeting 2017 Election Issues By ROBYN ORR-GIOFFRE on effective integration of technology, By CHRISTINA M. HINKE Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times accomplishments,” he said. “I am a busi- continue to align assessments to stan- Specially Written for The Leader and The Times ness administrator of a school district and CRANFORD — Assistant Superin- dards, depth of knowledge and PARCC WESTFIELD — Westfield has four well versed in public finance and it has tendent for Curriculum and Instruction style and continue to monitor and assess open town council seats, one for each ward been a great asset for the finance commit- Liz Azukas reported to the Cranford Board instruction. this year, as well as the mayoral seat. tee,” Mr. Oliveira said. of Education Monday night on district- Ms. Azukas told the board, “we’ll con- Mayor Andy Skibitsky is seeking his Westfield’s downtown has seen some wide PARCC (Partnership for Assess- tinue to drill down into those scores and third term as mayor, and has served on the changes as a result of initiatives being ment of Readiness for College and Ca- look at exactly where the issues are so we council for 15 years, first serving as coun- implemented per recommendations of the reers) scores at the open work session can target them.” cilman in the third ward. He has lived in Mayor’s Downtown Task Force over the meeting. Superintendent Scott Rubin, Ed.D., Westfield for 20 years with his wife, last year. The Leader/Times asked about Ms. Azukas reported that Cranford is commented that the district also is using Debbie, and raised his four children and the vacancy rate downtown and how the “exceeding the state average and the cross “data warehousing and data analysis” that nephew in the town. town proposes to keep Westfield’s down- state average in some cases rather signifi- teachers will have access to so they can “I am running again because I have the town competitive. cantly” for proficiency levels. examine why some students are successful energy, definitely the expertise…and the “We are at 93 percent occupancy rate on For PARCC testing, a score of 1 did and others struggle. This can help teachers compassion to continue being mayor,” the first floor and if you include the second not meet expectations, a 2 partially met get a better understanding of what they Mayor Skibitsky said in an interview with floor even higher,” the Mayor said, calling need to do to provide proficiency. expectations, a 3 approached expecta- CURBSIDE RECYCLING...Fanwood Democratic council candidates Anthony his running mates for council at The it “phenomenal.” He said the council has tions, a 4 met expectations and a 5 ex- Board member William Hulse inquired Westfield Leader and The Times. added about 120 shopper parking spaces about data collected in regards to the Carter, second from left, and incumbent Russ Huegel, right, are pictured with ceeded expectations. Students are con- Nicole Seymour of Estelle Lane, one of the satisfied customers of Fanwood’s James Corcoran is running for his first downtown, changed antiquated liquor sidered proficient if they score a 4 or number of students taking the PARCC seat on council, in Ward 2. Mr. Corcoran is laws that allowed Addams Tavern to open, test from 2015 until the present time. curbside recycling program. The program was begun a year ago after more than above. 28 years of residents hauling recyclables to a drop-off center. a graduate of Westfield High School and which in turn he said, “helped bring busi- In the English/Language Arts/Literacy Ms. Azukas told Mr. Hulse, “we’ve Villanova University. He currently is work- ness to other restaurants in town.” Assessment (ELA) portion of the test, remained fairly consistent” with a slight ing as a senior vice-president for a global real Mr. Corcoran said he has met people run- 63.5 percent of Cranford third-grade stu- increase each year the test has been ad- estate company. He is looking to “give back ning business in their home who are interested dents achieved level 4 results while the ministered. Garwood Voters Interested to this town and continue to lead this town in in renting office space downtown. “I’d like to state average is 50.4 percent and the cross “Last year we were one of the few the successful direction it has been going.” put them together…and do a shared space...and state average is 40 percent. districts in the county that had a 95- Sam Della Fera is looking to continue cut down on their overhead and do combined For the mathematics assessment por- percent participation rate,” Ms. Azukas In Borough’s Redevelopment serving Ward 1 as councilman for a third advertising marketing for their businesses…,” tion of the test, 76.3 percent of fifth-grade told the board. term. “My experience has helped the town Mr. Corcoran said. Cranford students achieved a 4 while the In other business, the board accepted a GARWOOD – The most frequent ques- bus, are newcomers to elective politics. successfully overcome challenges of the The town currently has a AAA bond state average was 47.3 percent and the donation from the Livingston Avenue tions submitted by Garwood residents to “The redevelopment of our town is a great recession, the terrible storms…Irene rating by Standard & Poor’s. “It is mean- cross state average was 35.8 percent. School Parent Teacher Association in the be asked of the candidates for Borough major issue for Garwood,” said Christine and Sandy,” said Mr. Della Fera, a 21- ingful because It is evidence of good A comparison of scores in the district amount of $4,000 to support the Elemen- Council during a discussion later this Spear, the president of the condominium’s year resident. government, it is meaningful because its over the last three years shows that, while tary STEAM/Makers space development month concern redevelopment. board. “But our discussions will not be Keith Loughlin, born and raised in town, saves taxpayers’ money,” Mr. Della Fera there are a couple of areas that need to be in the Livingston Avenue School Library. All Garwood residents have been in- limited to that topic. We will also hear the is seeking his third term as councilman for said because it allows the town take on looked at, such as a decrease in level 4 The next regular board meeting will be vited to submit further questions to candidates out on such matters as taxes Ward 4. He has worked with the recreation debt at lower interest rates. and 5 scores in grade 3 for ELA, overall on Monday, October 23. [email protected] and to attend and shared services.” commission to develop plans for renovat- In regards to the town’s surplus, Mayor the district has “shown tremendous the discussions, which will be held in the Light refreshments will be served after ing Tamaques Park, which he said he Skibitsky said, “We have done the smart growth,” according to Ms. Azukas. Brian McGann Joins clubhouse at the Pointe, the condominium the formal discussion. Parking is avail- would see it come to fruition if elected. thing. We built up the surplus…When we Fifty-five percent of fourth-grade stu- complex between Maple and Chestnut able in the large lot behind the commer- Also, he has worked with the mayor to get enter another recession or an emergency dents in the district were proficient in Beacon Trust Co. Streets. cial buildings on North Avenue between one-seat train rides to New York City for happens we have the funds needed to ELA in 2015, while 51 percent were WESTFIELD — Brian McGann of The Democratic candidates – Russ Maple and Chestnut Streets. A stairway peak times and also on weekends. “We handle it. It’s a balance.” “I think we are proficient in 2016 and 2017. Forty-eight Westfield has joined Beacon Trust Com- Graham and Sara Todisco – will appear at leads from the lot to the clubhouse. didn’t have any one-seat rides, we now right at the right number. The credit agen- percent of fifth-grade students were pro- pany as executive managing director of the session at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, have nine outbound and nine inbound on cies seem to agree,” Mayor Skibitsky said. ficient in mathematics in 2015 while 59 investment strategy. He will also lead and October 26. The Republican nominees – Fanwood 5K on Oct. 21 weekdays, next step is peak, and then In terms of development and affordable percent were proficient in 2016 and 2017. direct a team that is responsible for in- Michael Collings and Richard FANWOOD — The Fanwood 5K Su- weekends,” he said. Mr. Loughlin also housing, Mr. Della Fera said the town’s Overall, district-wide, 70 percent of vestment strategy and deployment, port- McCormack – have said they will not per Hero Run and Family Fun Run re- said it is important to him to protect prop- recent development 333 Central Avenue Cranford students were proficient in ELA folio management, research and trading, participate. turns on Saturday, October 21, at La erty values, and keep the town safe. has been seen as a positive asset amongst in 2016 while 77 percent were proficient and institutional distribution. Ms. Todisco, a middle-school teacher, Grande Park in Fanwood. David Oliveira is seeking for re-elec- downtown business owners because it in 2017. Likewise, 56 percent of Cranford Prior to joining Beacon Trust he was has been a member of the Council since The fun run starts at 3:30 p.m. fol- tion for Ward 3 councilman. He has lived brings added shoppers and diners down- students district-wide were proficient in executive director of portfolio solutions 2011 and currently serves as its presi- lowed by the 5K at 4 p.m. in town with his wife for 14 years and town. “We have done a very good job mathematics in 2016 while 60 percent for UBS Private Bank. He has held simi- dent. Mr. Graham, a former member of All proceeds from the event will go to have raised their children here. During managing our affordable housing obliga- were proficient in mathematics in 2017. lar positions with HSBC Bank USA, JP the Board of Education and a Vietnam the Fanwood Recreation Department to his time as Public Works Committee chair, tions,” Mayor Skibitsky said.“We haven’t Moving forward, Ms. Azukas told the Morgan Securities, and Marine Midland veteran, is a retired small-business owner. help purchase new playground equip- he has seen the Department of Public had a builder’s remedy lawsuit,” he said. board members they should celebrate the Securities. Mr. Collings and Mr. McCormack, ment, build new recreation facilities and Works plant 500 trees this year, upgrades Audio of the full interview can be success of the scores, do what they could Mr. McGann received a bachelor’s both longtime residents of Garwood and expand recreational programs for all lo- to parks, and increased services at the heard at www.goleader.com/services/ to replicate that success, continue to work degree from the University of Delaware. active members of the Knights of Colum- cal residents. conservation center. “I am proud of those video/2017.

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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 12, 2017 Page 3 Muñoz Wants to Cut Walk for Wellness on Oct. 14 at Nomahegan County Launches Non-Profit CRANFORD — The Mental following by the start of the walk at Health Association in New Jersey 10 a.m. Activities include a DJ, Fellows Leadership Institute Nurse Application Backlog (MHANJ) and its partner, Monarch children’s playground, warm-up COUNTY – The Union County in seed money from county govern- TRENTON – Assemblywoman health and safety of our residents as it Housing Associates, invite commu- stretches and exercises, complimen- Board of Chosen Freeholders have ment, $500 contributions made by Nancy Muñoz (R-21st, Summit) has and its staff are responsible for over- nity organizations, neighbors and tary refreshments and snacks before launched the Non-Profit Consortium the non-profits for each candidate said she will introduce legislation seeing nearly 220,000 nurses and friends to participate in its 10th An- and after the walk, prize raffles fol- Leadership Fellows Institute with its they send to the Institute, and the changing the expiration date for nurs- home health aides,” said Asw. Muñoz. nual 5K Walk for Wellness and Re- lowing the walk, community resources first class of 24 recruits from local generosity of private sector sponsors. ing licenses from May 31 every two “There are about 200 disciplinary covery on Saturday, October 14 in and an information alley. The walk is non-profit organizations. The pro- Each of the 24 participants will attend years to the birth month of the appli- issues each month. We need to ensure Nomahegan Park on Springfield Av- a family and dog friendly event. The gram is a partnership with the Union 11 skill-building sessions based on a cant. there are adequate qualified nurses enue in Cranford. severe weather date for the walk is County Non-Profit Consortium, with dynamic, interactive model. Peer “The bill will provide a steady and staff to investigate these Registration for the event is $25 Saturday, October 28. the goal of developing the next gen- learning is also an important element stream of funding throughout the complaints.”Asw. Muñoz is an advo- online and $30 on the day of the event. eration of informed, effective execu- of the development program. year,” said Asw. Muñoz (R-Union), a cate for improving healthcare. Legis- Last year’s Walk drew participation ADS PLACED IN tives in the non-profit sector. For more information, contact clinical nurse specialist. “Spreading lation (S-2058/A-671) she sponsored from over 300 walkers. To register for THE LEADER/TIMES The Union County Non-Profit Pamela Capaci, CEO, Prevention the workload throughout the year will adding two nurse educators to the the Walk, please visit mhanj.org. Leadership Fellows Institute is a pub- Links, 121-125 Chestnut Street, 3rd give staff more time to process appli- nursing board was signed into law by Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. with BRING RESULTS lic-private partnership, and it is made Floor, Roselle, (732) 381-4100, cations and prevent a backlog.” the governor in July. the opening ceremony at 9:45 a.m. possible by a commitment of $5,000 [email protected]. Asw. Muñoz was invited to sit on the Senate Legislative Oversight Committee hearing that was held in response to criticism by board members who said staffing issues have led to a backlog of nursing license applications and a shortage of qualified nurses to conduct investigations. “The nursing board is critical to the Chamber to Host Coffee Breakfast CRANFORD — The Cranford Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its first Cranford Connec- tions Over Coffee Breakfast today, October 12, at Homewood Suites by Hilton, 2 Jackson Drive, Cranford, from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. The event offers the community the opportunity to meet area business professionals and connect to make new leads and referrals. At- tendees should bring business cards. Register now at www.cranford.com/chamber/ or call (908) 272-6114. The cost is $25 per person for Chamber members and $35 for non-members. Sample Ballots Now Available on County Clerk Website, App COUNTY – Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi reminds voters that they can view and download sample The face of Medicare is changing ballots for all 21 municipalities on the County Clerk’s new elections website, unioncountyvotes.com, and through the newly redesigned Union County Plans starting at Aetna is teaming up with Atlantic Health and Hunterdon Votes app, a free download for mobile devices. Healthcare to help you achieve your health goals. Ms. Rajoppi’s office also mails sample ballots to every registered $ voter after the close of voter registration, approximately 10 to 14 days With our plans, you’ll enjoy: before the election. “The website and app offer a con- venient way for voters to familiarize 0 » +02SODQVZLWKPRQWKO\SODQSUHPLXPVZLWKQRDQQXDOGHGXFWLEOH themselves with the ballot before Election Day,” Ms. Rajoppi said. 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State LD-21 State LD-22 7th Congressional District Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Representative Leonard Lance (R) 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. 425 North Avenue E., Westfield, NJ 07090 Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 (908) 518-7733 (908) 232-3673 (908) 587-0404 [Westfield, Mountainside, Garwood, Summit and Cranford Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asm. Jim Kennedy (D) are in the 7th Congressional District] 251 North Ave. West 34 E. Cherry St. Westfield, N.J. 07090 Rahway, N.J. 07065 12th Congressional District (908) 232-2073 (732) 943-2660 Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D) Asm. Nancy Munoz (R) Asm. Jerry Green (D) 850 Bear Tavern Road, Suite 201, Ewing, N.J. 08628 57 Union Place, Suite 310 17 Watchung Ave. (609) 883-0026 Summit, N.J. 07901 Plainfield, N.J. 07060 [Fanwood, Plainfield and most of Scotch Plains (908) 918-0414 (908) 561-5757 are in the 12th Congressional District] LD-21 includes Westfield, LD-22 includes Scotch Plains, [email protected], [email protected] Mountainside, Garwood, Fanwood, Plainfield, Clark and [email protected], [email protected] Summit and Cranford. Linden. [email protected], [email protected] A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 12, 2017 Page 5 YOU HAVE ALWAYS Call Today! RELIED ON EACH OTHER... 877.708.1121 NOW YOU CAN RELY ON US. One Call to Compassionate Home Care FellowshipSeniorLiving.org A part of Fellowship Senior Living

I’m Focused on Rising Taxes, Making Affordable Housing Less Development and Municipal Land Use Diminished Services, Store Vacancies Painful for Our Communities Issues in Westfield I’m committed to having my campaign dreds of you in Westfield who, like me, I’m Rich Fortunato and I am running housing authorities to build these units In my prior Letters to the editor, I let surface coverage, and the like. When we reflect my values: inclusive, informed, are tired of the complacency and lack of for State Assembly in District 22, which themselves and, since finding the money you know that over the coming weeks, refer to a construction or development open-minded, positive and ethical. This imagination in solving our challenges. includes Scotch Plains, Fanwood and to buy the land and construction costs are I would remind residents of all the project, land use decisions are made only is the type of leader I was at HBO, and the The majority of these donations to my Clark. I am on the November 7th ballot in a big issue, the state should provide mean- components of my platform. (You can after following a mandated process that type of Mayor I will be for you in campaign are less than $300, from neigh- Column B. ingful funding to build the housing. If also read the entire Platform which was oftentimes include public hearings. De- Westfield. bors like you who’ve never donated to a A Letter to the Editor of mine appeared providing affordable housing really was first published online in mid-April at pending on the particulars of a proposed Let’s set the record straight about my local campaign before but decided it’s here a couple of months ago relating to the only goal here, helping towns build www.andy2017.com). This week, let’s project, the approval or disapproval of a funding sources: finally time, because you believe we can the affordable housing requirements only the affordable units would seem a talk about land use. I think this is a development application is decided by a I haven’t received one dollar from and must do better than the status quo. which have been put in place by the New good thing to do since doing that cer- particularly important topic to address. quasi-judicial board – Planning Board if Union County and I don’t intend to. Fur- My campaign manager, Ben Nanna, Jersey courts and which are causing so tainly would lessen the adverse effects on Candidates without experience or “conforming” and Board of Adjustment thermore, campaign financial disclosures and I share the same values and purpose much havoc across the state. There I communities. knowledge of New Jersey land use laws if “non-conforming” – and those deci- are public record by law, so I encourage — to do the most good for the community made the point that the State Legislature There is no focus by the Democrats in make promises they simply cannot sions must be based on the testimony you to look up mine and the current we live in. could, if the majority party (Democrat) the Assembly on promoting other work- keep. presented, the merits of the application, Mayor’s here: www.elec.state.nj.us/ I’m focused, and will continue work- wanted to, take action to provide reason- able options because they like what the They have neither the authority nor the applicable sections of the land use publicinformation/searchdatabase.htm. ing to bring our entire community to- able affordable housing opportunities in courts are doing. Thousands of people power do to what they promise to do. ordinance, and other factors. All appli- Former colleagues and friends across gether to finally address the issues we all a way that would not result in the disrup- moving into suburban towns and devel- Candidates will lament, “the town should/ cants, whether they are individuals or political party lines made the first dona- face: rising property taxes, diminished tion of our communities. opers making lots of money solves at or should not have…..” It is important developers, are entitled to due process tions to my campaign — and I couldn’t be town services, and store vacancies. To The current affordable housing crisis least two political goals for them – it that Westfield residents know the facts, and any decisions rendered regarding an prouder of that! These contributions, from accomplish this, I will tap into the talents is addressing the affordable housing provides them (they assume) with addi- and I am confident that when residents application must not be arbitrary or ca- people who have experienced my leader- of our entire community irrespective of “need” for the next eight years. Eight tional voters and it rewards their cam- know the facts, they will recognize the pricious. I have advocated, and will con- ship first hand, have come with notes of personal connection or political party. years from now, it will again be open paign contributors. importance of experience in public of- tinue to do so, for carefully managing endorsement or thanks. I can’t do any- You deserve better, and with your vote season for developers to use the “afford- Jerry Green, who has been in the As- fice. development while, at the same time, thing for these folks if I’m elected, but on November 7th, we will do better to- able housing” mantra to convince the sembly representing us for literally de- what they’ve done for me is reinforce my gether. courts to let them override zoning rules cades, is the chairman of the Assembly To be sure, land use is a very complex making sure that the town is meeting its decision to step up and run for you. and build even more units (while only housing committee. He has had years to matter, residents are sometimes surprised statutory and court-ordered obligations. Shelley Brindle to learn that local land use is not exclu- When I became Mayor, the country What’s been even more encouraging Candidate for Westfield Mayor few will be “affordable”). do something to solve this but has not. He are the donations that come from hun- If you don’t agree with the way the and our other Assemblyman, Jim sively governed by local ordinance. To was at the height of the “McMansion” state is dealing with affordable housing, Kennedy, another Democrat, need to be the contrary, the laws of the State of New movement so one of my first acts was to you need to vote for a Republican, in voted out of office. Otherwise nothing Jersey guide many aspects of local land form the Land Use Task Force, a panel of Need GOP to Keep Eye On Freeholders use as do numerous court rulings, the experts in planning, design, and land use In 2009, while campaigning for the “to keep an eye on them” if nothing else. column B, on November 7th. will change and eight years from now Think about this – if a town has to whatever open space the courts think we “equal protection” clause of the 14th law. The Task Force conducted outreach, Township Committee of Springfield, I This still holds true today. I recently Amendment (which guarantee the same performed a comprehensive analysis of knocked on the door of one resident who visited my mother-in-law who lives in allow for hundreds of affordable units, have (maybe parks, golf courses or why is it that the only practical way to do churches with ‘too much’ property) will rights, privileges, and protections to all re-development issues, and presented rec- based on my list was a registered Demo- Clark. She had some friends over that live citizens), and the “due process” clause of ommendations to the Town Council for crat and a senior citizen. in her building and they are all lifelong that is to allow developers to build thou- again be targeted by developers and our sands of units? Why doesn’t the town towns will suffer once again. the 14th Amendment (which acts as a changes to the land use ordinance that I was greeted by a very nice lady who Democrats that have lived in Union safeguard from arbitrary denial of life, would balance the public demand for reminded me of my grandmother. I intro- County. For the same reason as the one itself build only the affordable units? Please consider voting for me Novem- Why isn’t the state doing more to make ber 7th. liberty, or property by the government larger houses and more amenities, pri- duced myself, we talked about the town lady I met in 2009, they vote Republican outside the sanction of law). Further, vate property rights, and the community’s and I gave her some campaign literature. and want someone to keep an eye on them that a workable option? The Legislature Rich Fortunato should make it easier for towns to set up private property owners are guaranteed interests. The town then enacted legisla- I asked if she had any questions. She as well. Scotch Plains certain inalienable rights over their own tion based on the Task Force’s recom- smiled and said, “You know I’m a Demo- The last Republican to sit was on the property, including, but not limited to, mendations. In addition, at my urging, crat?” I replied, “Yes ma’am,” and then Board of Chosen Freeholders was nearly I Support Habgood For the right to sell their property to whoever the town subsequently updated the his- she said something I haven’t forgotten 20 years ago and they were last elected 22 Hopefully All they wish, to seek historic designation if toric preservation ordinance and the tree since, years ago. So for the last 20 years there Town Council “I vote Republican for Freeholder.” I has been no one to keep an eye on them Candidates Will Show the property qualifies for such designa- preservation ordinance. These legisla- I support the candidacy of Linda tion, or to remove the existing structure tive actions were successfully executed naturally had to ask, “Why?” It was her from the inside. Union County is gov- Habgood for 1st Ward Town Council. I hope all the candidates in Garwood response that has stuck with me ever erned by one party solely responsible for and rebuild. Such guaranteed private on behalf of the community’s best inter- Linda has demonstrated in her profes- take advantage of the opportunity to speak property rights apply to all private prop- ests without violating private property since. “I want someone to keep an eye on raising your taxes over 75 percent since sional career and Westfield community to constituents at the Pointe on October them.” At the time, I didn’t fully under- 1998. 26. erty owners regardless if the owner is a rights. volunteer positions that she has the vi- resident who occupies a house on the From my experience, I know I have to stand the complexities of Union County Putting party affiliations aside. Union sion, intelligence and know-how to get I hear some are refusing to come. Re- government or the Democrat machine County voters should take a hard look ally? Why would you pass on this? Resi- property or if the owner is a developer. work within New Jersey land use laws things done. The legal framework that protects pri- and court rulings. To do so, I will con- that has reigned over us for 20 years as at the Freeholders. Even if one Repub- Linda often refers to herself as “a num- dents deserve to hear thoughtful ideas well as I do now. lican wins a seat, the Democrats will from all candidates before they head to vate property owners from government tinue to appoint responsible, competent, bers girl.” With her MBA from Wharton intrusion simultaneously affords private and caring volunteers on our boards to This senior citizen, who was a lifelong still maintain control, but at least you and significant experience in project fi- the ballot box. What are you afraid of? Democrat, knew that one-party rule have someone to keep an eye on them nance, Linda has the skills and enthusi- And by the way, residents of the Pointe property owners control of their property’s ensure that Westfielders retain their prop- doesn’t make for healthy government. It for you. asm to bring a much needed fresh set of pay some of the highest property taxes in destiny. erty rights and that Westfield remains leads to the abuse of authority and vio- eyes to Westfield’s finances. Please join town. We deserve a face-to-face discus- The state’s Municipal Land Use Law one of the top communities in the United Marc Krauss does provide the town the authority to States. lates the public trust. She wanted some- Springfield me in voting for Linda on November 7! sion of the issues. one from the Republican Party to serve regulate zoning and certain building de- Nancy Gannett Vickers Jeana Stanley, Pointe resident Mayor Andy Skibitsky on the Board of Chosen Freeholders just, sign and placement standards, such as Westfield Westfield Garwood setbacks, building envelope, impervious Here’s what our friends and neighbors are saying about Jon Bramnick

“I’m a Democrat but Republican Jon Bramnick has my vote. Jon has been our friend and neighbor for 25 years and I’ve never met a more honest and honorable person. He takes a creative approach to problem-solving and is bi-partisan all the way.” – Tola Murphy-Baran, Westﬁeld “He is fair, non-judgmental, bipartisan and level-headed. He goes out of his way to help others… he’s getting my vote.” – Mary Gibbons, Basking Ridge “I’m a mother of three and a business owner in Berkeley Heights, employing over 250 professionals. Tax rates are high enough. I support Jon who ﬁghts to keep jobs in New Jersey.” – Jaqueline Urbano, Berkeley Heights business owner

“Jon Bramnick truly cares about the success of New Jersey’s youth. I’m fortunate to have met him.” – Vincent Guerrizio, 19 year old Mountainside resident

“In today’s world we need Jon Bramnick more than ever. Honest, sincere and bipartisan.” – Charlie Komar, Komar Rooﬁng

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Paid for by Bramnick for Assembly, Dan Connolly, Treasurer, 279 Watchung Fork, Westfield NJ 07090 Page 6 Thursday, October 12, 2017 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Flu Vaccine to Be Available Old Guard to Hear Talk To Cranford Residents On Seeing Eye Program CRANFORD — Seasonal influenza Seasonal flu vaccine is recom- SUMMIT AREA — Don also are trained in proper behav- immunizations will be available to mended by the Centers for Disease McGowan and Kathy Murray, vol- ior, such as when visiting restau- Cranford residents in the coming Control and Prevention (CDC) for unteers at the Morristown Seeing rants or grocery stores, and to weeks. On Tuesday, October 24, from everyone over the age of 6 months. Eye program, will speak to the avoid distractions like cats. 3:30 to 6 p.m., vaccine will be admin- The CDC states: “Vaccination is es- Summit Area Old Guard at its Seeing Eye dogs take their guid- istered at the Cranford Community pecially important for people at higher Tuesday, October 17 meeting. ance from their human partners; Center, located at 220 Walnut Avenue. risk of severe influenza and their close They will talk about the person guided de- Adults and children over the age of contacts, including healthcare per- “The Seeing Eye” and termines the route they 3 years are invited to receive their sonnel, and close contacts of children be assisted by Seeing take and whether it is annual flu vaccine at this public health younger than 6 months.” Everyone Eye dog “Mac.” safe to cross a street. event. No appointments are neces- should get the annual, seasonal influ- Ms. Murray is totally However, there are two sary. Senior citizens with a Medicare enza vaccine. Additionally, all preg- blind. She can see 20/ things guide dogs can- Part B card are asked to bring it to the nant women, women who are plan- 200 or less in her bet- not do — find a new clinic. There will be no fee for resi- ning to become pregnant, women ter eye (or her viewing destination and read dents without Medicare. postpartum and women who are Karen Camden Heather McMahill field is under 20 de- traffic signals. Mr. All are reminded to wear short sleeves breast-feeding during the influenza grees). She would have McGowan and Ms. if possible when they come for their flu season should be vaccinated. to stand at a distance Murray will explain shot. The vaccine to be distributed is Any questions may be directed to Library Events to Feature of 20 feet to see an how the Seeing Eye ex- the regular dose covering four influ- the Madison Health Department at object — with correc- perience works out in enza types. It is not a high dose. (973) 593-3079, extension no. 9. tive lenses — as clearly Kathy Murray actual practice. Excel and Home Detox as a person with nor- All active men age mal vision could at 200 feet. 50-plus are invited to attend the WESTFIELD — The Westfield at the library, gives computer classes Fortunately, Ms. Murray has a Tuesday morning meetings of the Memorial Library will present a and workshops on organizing, seeing eye dog from the Summit Area Old Guard. Meetings class on “Excel for Financial Use” repurposing, gardening and sewing. Morristown Seeing Eye program. are held at the New Providence this Saturday, October 14, from 2 to She is the president of Camden As- Seeing Eye is the world’s oldest Municipal Center, located at 360 4 p.m., and a program entitled “How sociates, a consulting firm that pro- guide dog school. Thirteen times Elkwood Avenue, New Providence. to Detox Your Home” on Tuesday, vides services in communications a year, up to 24 students come to A coffee hour starts at 9:15 a.m., October 17, at 7 p.m. The library is and people skills, organizational as- its campus and spend three-and-a- followed by a 10 a.m. business located at 550 East Broad Street. sessments and clutter control. half weeks training with their new meeting brightened by singing and Karen Camden will present the “Detoxing Your Home” for a Seeing Eye dogs. humor. Guest speakers begin their Excel class. She will cover identi- “greener” lifestyle will be pre- These dogs learn how to lead a talk at 10:30 a.m. fying and demonstrating Formu- sented by holistic health consult- person safely around obstacles, Old Guard members participate las, Functions, Auto Features and ant and Westfield resident Heather but they also are trained in “intel- in sports, bridge, hikes, trips, Templates, along with shortcuts and McMahill. She will discuss ways ligent disobedience”: if they get plays, concerts and other cultural helpful tips designed to increase to eliminate chemicals from the an unsafe cue from their handler, events. For more information, call participants’ knowledge. To take home and return to a more natural they are taught to disobey it (like Jim Hewitt at (908) 233-5507 or the Excel class, participants should day-to-day life. refusing to step into the street when log onto the website have a basic working knowledge In this fun, hands-on workshop, there is oncoming traffic). They summitoldguard.org. of Excel and keyboarding skills. participants will make a chemical- Ms. Camden, a frequent speaker free home care product to take home with them. Ms. McMahill is Imagine Support Groups To Library Friends Seek both an essential oils enthusiast and a self-proclaimed “mom on a THIS WAY TO HALLOWEEN FUN...A friendly skeleton waits to greet visitors Book Sale Donations mission” to educate people on prac- Be Available For Caregivers to “Halloween Hocus Pocus” on Sunday, October 29, from 1:30 to 4 p.m., at the MOUNTAINSIDE — The Friends tical ways to keep their families Miller-Cory House Museum in Westfield. The celebration, described as ideal for of the Mountainside Public Library’s and homes as healthy as possible. MOUNTAINSIDE — Imagine is workers, counselors and members young children, will feature a decorate-your-own-cupcake activity, scavenger Annual Fall Book Sale will take place In addition to working with Young offering support groups for adult hunt, crafts and storytelling, among other festivities. of community organizations. this month. Drop-off days to donate Living Essential Oils, Ms. McMahill caregivers under age 60 who are For more information about items for the sale are Friday to Tues- is trained in a variety of health and living with a family member’s Imagine’s programs, contact Imag- Miller-Cory Invites Visitors day, October 20 through 24, during wellness practices, including yoga chronic or terminal illness. ine at [email protected] or visit library hours, and Wednesday, Octo- and mindfulness and reiki. The groups are safe spaces in Imagine’s website, imaginenj.org. ber 25, until noon. These programs are open to which people can express their feel- To ‘Halloween Hocus Pocus’ Donations of gently-used books, Westfield Memorial Library and ings and gain support from fellow Westfield Adult School CDs, DVDs, audiobooks, games and MURAL cardholders. MURAL caregivers. The criteria for partici- WESTFIELD — The Miller-Cory Pocus” is $5 for children; accompa- puzzles are requested. Sale days are cardholders belong to the 43 li- pation includes: caring for any per- Has Fall Offerings House Museum will present “Hal- nying adults may attend for free. Res- Friday and Saturday, October 27 and braries that are part of the son with a diagnosis of physical WESTFIELD — The Westfield loween Hocus Pocus” on Sunday, ervations are required and are being 28, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. There Middlesex Union Reciprocal illness, injury or disease that sig- Adult School’s Fall term is now in October 29, from 1:30 to 4 p.m. This accepted by phone or e-mail through also will be a “Bag Day” on Monday, Agreement Libraries. Interested nificantly changes one’s day-to-day progress. Westfield residents were program is appropriate for young Monday, October 23, and by phone October 30, from 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. persons are advised to visit the life. Caregivers must be 60 years mailed course catalogs in mid-Au- children, ages 3 through elementary only through noon on Saturday, Oc- All sale proceeds benefit the li- Westfield Memorial Library old or younger. The groups will gust and the full catalog also is school. The museum is located at 614 tober 28. brary by financing sponsorship of website, wmlnj.org, and click on meet twice a month on Wednes- online at ssreg.com/chatham/ Mountain Avenue, Westfield. Other upcoming events at the mu- events such as adult and children’s the “About Us” tab to see if their days, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at default.asp?page=Home. A wide se- Costumed docents will greet visi- seum include a theorem painting musical and educational program- library is a MURAL participant. Imagine’s location at 244 Sheffield lection of courses is being offered tors at the door of the colonial farm- workshop this Saturday, October 14, ming. To register for the programs, visit Street, Mountainside. in different areas such as foreign house. Numerous activities are from 10 a.m. to noon, and Union The library is located at 1 Constitu- wmlnj.org and click on the Online Anyone interested in joining languages, computer use, games and planned for the afternoon, including County’s Four Centuries in a Week- tion Plaza. For more information, call Calendar, or call (908) 789-4090, Imagine’s Coping With Illness pro- photography. decorate your own Halloween cup- end program Saturday and Sunday, (908) 233-0115. option 0. gram is asked to contact Mandi Several tours are still upcoming at cake, a scavenger hunt, crafts, October 21 and 22, from noon to 4 Zucker at (908) 264-3100 or e- a variety of places, including The storytelling, face painting and tat- p.m. each day. mail [email protected]. United Nations and Washington’s toos. Festive refreshments will be For more information, call the Networking Group to Focus Imagine provides free, year- Morristown headquarters, and there served. Visitors are encouraged to Miller-Cory House Museum at (908) round, peer grief support for more are several holiday trips to New York wear their Halloween costume. 232-1776 or e-mail than 250 children and adults from City as well. Monday evening classes The fee for “Halloween Hocus [email protected]. On Research Techniques 48 New Jersey towns every two are taking place at Westfield High SCOTCH PLAINS — The with the library’s Career Network- weeks and every year provides School and other area venues. Scotch Plains-Mountainside Pub- ing Group on LinkedIn, Career Net- training, education and on-site sup- For more information, e-mail Carved Pumpkin Contest lic Libraries’ Career Networking working Group at SPPL. port to over 2,500 teachers, par- [email protected] or call Group will present “Job Search at The Scotch Plains Public Library ents, students, employees, social (973) 443-9222. To Be at Hanson House your Fingertips: How to Research is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue, Like an Expert” on Monday, Octo- one block from Park Avenue, in the CRANFORD — The Great garden pathways of Hanson Park, ber 16, at 6:30 p.m., at the Scotch center of the township. Pumpkin Carve Out, a carved from 6 to 9 p.m. Plains Public Library. pumpkin contest (evening display), In addition to the stroll, the 1954 Participants will learn how to Concert to Feature will be held on Saturday, October camp classic movie THEM! will use library resources to maximize 21, at the Hanson House, with a bring atomically altered giant ants their job search research results; Brahms’ Requiem rain date of Saturday, October 28. to Cranford on a giant screen. At- how to mine industry and business PLAINFIELD — The Crescent The Hanson House is located at 38 tendees are encouraged to bring databases and conduct advanced Choral Society, conducted by Artistic Springfield Avenue, Cranford. blankets to sit on. LinkedIn searches, and how to use Director Deborah Simpkin King, will The contest is open to all ages, Registration forms are available at library career assessment tools to present Johannes Brahms’ Requiem with cash awards given for funni- jcas.org or from the Cranford Com- help determine one’s best path. At- and selections from his Liebeslieder est, scariest and most original in munity Center, located at 220 Walnut tendees are invited to bring their Walzer on Saturday, November 4, at age groups 4 to 8, 9 to 12, 13 to 17 Avenue, Cranford, before the event, or job search questions and discover 4 p.m. The concert will be held at the and 18-adult. Carved pumpkins the day of the event at the Hanson how to answer them through me- Crescent Avenue Presbyterian should be dropped off between 10 House between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. thodical research. Church, 716 Watchung Avenue at East a.m. and 3 p.m. at Hanson Park on This is a free event for the public made Reference Librarian Maribeth Seventh Street, Plainfield. October 21 along with a completed possible by Jersey Central Art Studios, Fisher will present the program. The program will feature guest registration form. The pumpkins Hanson Park Conservancy, Cranford Ms. Fisher received her Master of soloists Mary Ellen Assue, soprano, will be displayed at night on their Jaycees and The Friends of the Library and Information Science and Andrew Thomas Pardini, bari- own pedestals along the lighted Cranford Public Library. degree in 2013 from Rutgers Uni- tone, and pianists Brenda May and versity and has been with the Scotch Ron Thayer, with timpanist Plains Public Library since 2009. Adrienne Ostrander. This program is free and open to Tickets will be available at the door all. To register, access the library’s or in advance by calling the church at TRICK OR TREAT website at scotlib.org, call (908) (908) 756-2468. They are general 322-5007, extension no. 204, or e- admission, $20; senior citizens, $15, BRING YOUR DENTIST SOMETHING SWEET mail [email protected]. and students, $5. For more informa- Interested persons can connect tion, visit CrescentConcerts.org. GARDENS BROUGHT TO WOMAN’S CLUB...The Woman’s Club of Westfield TURN YOUR CANDY INTO CA$H (WCW) welcomed guest speaker and author Arline Zatz to a recent general meeting of the club, led by President Pat D’Angelo. Ms. Zatz narrated a slide BY GIVING US YOUR SECRET STASH The Family Law Department of Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski program on “The Gardens of New Jersey,” including public gardens, arboretums Westfield Pediatric Dental Group is having their Annual Presents and parks. Members also discussed the club’s activities for the upcoming year, beginning with the annual decorating and filling of Christmas stockings for Halloween Contest. So bring your candy into our office American troops who will not be home for the holidays. Pictured, from left to right, and receive a cash reward for the amount you bring. The are: WCW members Sarah Choi and Mary Ann Sepe, Ms. Zatz and WCW child who brings the most Halloween Candy weekdays member Grace Ann Meyn. between November 1st and November 8th will receive four free movie passes to AMC Theaters!! Richard J. Kaplow, Esq. For further information please contact our office at “25 Years Experience” 908-232-1231 or come visit us at: Civil & Criminal Trial Lawyer WESTFIELD PEDIATRIC DENTAL GROUP 555 WESTFIELD AVENUE FAMILY LAW WESTFIELD, NJ 07090 www.kidsandsmiles.com · Divorce · Domestic Violence · Custody · Child Support Kristin N. Badalamenti, Esq., Jennifer L. Young, Esq., Mario C. Gurrieri, Esq. (Chair) and Kristin M. Capalbo, Esq. (908) 232-8787 4 Lawyers, 4 Levels of Experience, 4 Hourly Rates All designed to serve your interests in all aspects of divorce including custody, parenting time, relocation, distribution of assets, alimony, child support, college costs, prenuptial agreements, mediation, domestic violence, · DWI · Criminal Defense palimony, post-divorce changes in financial circumstances, and civil unions · Business Representation · Civil Litigation Mention this ad to receive a complimentary conference Former Assistant Union County Prosecutor Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski, P.C. 340 North Avenue Cranford, New Jersey, 07016 24 Hours 53 Elm Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 Tell your friends to stop by our office (908) 272-0200 · and bring their candy! www.dughihewit.com [email protected] richardjkaplow.com A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 12, 2017 Page 7 Presby. Church of Cranford MLK Association to Hold Plans Fish and Chips Dinner Open House October 28 CRANFORD — The First Pres- begins at 10:15 a.m. with children WESTFIELD — The Dr. Martin tion organized a well-attended byterian Church of Cranford, lo- attending worship with their par- Luther King Association of “Community Discussion on Race” cated at 11 Springfield Avenue, will ents for the first 15 minutes. There Westfield invites the public to at- that featured a panel of community host a Fish and Chips Dinner on are multiple choir opportunities for tend an open house program on leaders representing different sec- Friday, October 20. Dinners will young people and for adults. Saturday, October 28, to learn more tors of the town. The questions be served continuously from 5 to Multiple mission opportunities about the Association, now in its raised conversations with the 7:30 p.m. The menu will include a also are offered, including serving 31st year, and to consider joining mayor, police chief, town adminis- fish or chicken option, served with on a weekly soup kitchen team in the organization in its endeavors. trator, school superintendent and French fries and coleslaw. The cost Elizabeth, assisting with homeless This event will take place from 3 to high-school principal. is $17 for adults and $9 for chil- programs, youth mission trips and 5 p.m. at the Westfield Community Attendees at the open house will dren. Participants may dine in or youth group activities, an annual Center, located at 558 West Broad have an opportunity to learn more take out their meals. adult mission trip to Nicaragua and Street, Westfield. about upcoming projects and Tickets may be obtained by call- a Grief Recovery Group. The For more than three decades the events, and/or volunteering. For ing the First Presbyterian Church church’s mission program supports MLK Association has promoted more information, call Donnell office at (908) 276-8440. Proceeds more than 25 different organiza- events and activities in the com- Carr at (908) 456-3931. will help support church mission tions, with service opportunities munity that promulgate justice and programs. available to all in each one. respect for others. The Association Rosary Altar Society The First Presbyterian Church For more information about the sponsors an annual essay, poetry of Cranford is an active and vi- life of the First Presbyterian and art contest in the schools that Offers Tropicana Trip brant congregation of the Presby- Church of Cranford, call the SOUND THE SHOFAR...Fourth grader Yael Klieger was the youngest encourages students to think about GARWOOD — The Rosary Altar terian Church (USA). Morning church office at (908) 276-8440 congregant to blow the shofar during Rosh Hashanah services last month at how to improve community life for Society of the Church of St. Anne worship begins at 10 a.m. on Sun- or visit the church website, Congregation Beth Israel in Scotch Plains. Prior to the Jewish High Holidays, diverse people. The Association’s has planned a trip to the Tropicana in day in the sanctuary. Sunday school firstprescranford.org. Yael also visited all the classes in the synagogue’s religious school to demonstrate annual commemoration service will Atlantic City for Sunday, October how this ancient instrument is sounded. Yael is pictured with her own shofar, be held this year on Monday, Janu- 29. The bus will leave at 11:30 a.m. practicing in the office of Cantor Matt Axelrod, who had taught her the sharp from St. Anne’s Church, lo- traditional shofar notes. ary 15, with the time and location to be announced. cated at 325 Second Avenue, In addition, the Association Garwood, and return at approxi- Planting-Cleanup On Tap erected the monument honoring the mately 9:30 p.m. life of Dr. King on South Avenue The cost is $30 per person with a that “serves as a sacred community slot return of $25. Interested persons Saturday at Mindowaskin space to give voice to concerns for are asked to make their reservations justice in our country,” according for the trip as soon as possible by WESTFIELD — The Friends of of this public park by the Westfield to the organization. calling Jennie at (908) 789-0778 or Mindowaskin Park have scheduled a community. Currently underway is a In April of last year, the Associa- Eileen at (908) 789-0414. Fall planting and cleanup for fund-raising campaign for the Mindowaskin Park this Saturday, “Memory Walk” at the Bandstand October 14, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and other projects in preparation for Scotch Plains Library Posts Volunteers and organizations are en- Mindowaskin’s 100th anniversary in couraged to participate and to bring 2018. Granite pavers with personal- gloves, rakes and tools to trim shrubs ized inscriptions are available for pur- October Book Club Dates and for planting, to ready the park chase from The Friends. For further SCOTCH PLAINS — The story of two broken families and for “Mindowaskin 2018.” information, visit the Friends’ website, Scotch Plains Public Library has the paths their lives take over the All volunteers should meet at The mindowaskinpark.org, or call (908) revealed the dates and details for course of 40 years, through love Bandstand, located in the center of the 233-0028. upcoming meetings of its book and marriage, death and divorce, park, for registration and assignments. Elected board members for 2017 clubs during October. and a dark secret from childhood Coffee, bottled water and bagels will include: Deborah Burslem, Gail Smith, The Evening Book Club will dis- that lies underneath it all. be available for volunteers. For more B. Carol Molnar, Robert Burslem, Jane cuss “Necessary Lies” by Diane The library’s book clubs are free information, call (908) 233-0028 or e- Curtis, Fontaine Gatti, Bruce Long, Chamberlain on Monday, October and open to the public. For more mail [email protected]. Paul Nazzaro, Richard Rader, Kevin 16, at 7 p.m. Set in rural Grace information, go to scotlib.org, e- Photo: Bill Howard According to the Friends, the plant- Redden, Craig Stock and Barbara County, N.C., in a time of state- mail [email protected], call (908) BUBBLY...Olivia Perez, 7, creates a soap bubble at the annual welcome-back ing and cleanup event can serve as a Vincentsen. picnic September 17 at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Westfield. St. Paul’s also mandated sterilizations and racial 322-5007, extension no. 204, or last month welcomed a new rector, the Reverend Duncan Johnston, D.Min. “done-in-a-day” activity for organiza- tension, “Necessary Lies” tells the stop by the library Reference Desk. tions, schools and families or a way for Support Group to Be story of two young women, seem- The Scotch Plains Public Library students, Scouts or congregants of ingly worlds apart, but both haunted is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue, Westfield Area Y to Begin houses of worship to earn service hours. Held For Alzheimer’s by tragedy. Jane and Ivy are thrown one block from Park Avenue, in the The Friends of Mindowaskin is a WESTFIELD — Jewish Family together and must ask themselves: center of the township. non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization, Service (JFS) of Central New Jersey, how can you know what you be- Fall 2 Registration Today founded in the early 1990s to revital- a non-sectarian health and social ser- lieve is right, when everyone is ize and preserve the park. Its mission vice agency, will host an Alzheimer’s telling you it is wrong. ADS PLACED IN WESTFIELD — Registration for Sundays in November for those ages is to ensure the long-term enjoyment Support Group, through Alzheimer’s The Afternoon Book Club will THE LEADER/TIMES the Westfield Area YMCA Fall 2 12 to 15. The Y continues to offer New Jersey, on Friday, October 20. discuss “Commonwealth” by Ann session will begin at 6 p.m. today, sports classes and swim lessons for Library Now Offers The group will meet from 10 to 11 Patchett on Tuesday, October 17, BRING RESULTS Thursday, October 12, for Full every age and skill level. Free swim a.m. at The Presbyterian Church in at 1 p.m. “Commonwealth” is the members, and at 7:30 a.m. on Mon- assessments are available. Digital Magazines Westfield, located at 140 Mountain day, October 16, for Basic and non- Dance Academy and Tae Kwon GARWOOD — The Garwood Pub- Avenue, Westfield. members. The Fall 2 session runs Do offer programs for participants lic Library is now offering digital Free and open to Alzheimer’s/de- from October 29 to December 23. preschool age through adult. magazines. Through the Garwood mentia caregivers in the community, DUGHI, HEWIT & DOMALEWSKI The Y is gearing up for its youth Adults and senior adults can enjoy Library’s website, RBdigital/Zinio this program is run in accordance basketball league season with a Bridge classes, land and water exer- Magazines now offers full-color digi- with Alzheimer’s New Jersey guide- Criminal Defense Matters three-week, pre-season clinic on cise classes, lunchtime lectures and tal magazines for desktops and mo- lines. Participants are welcome to Sundays, October 22, 29 and No- holiday events. Special health group bile devices, with no holds, no check- join the group at any time. The sup- State and Municipal Criminal Court vember 5. Winter basketball leagues programs such as Delay the Disease: out periods and no limits. port group is not suitable for indi- for boys and girls in Kindergarten Exercise to Fight Parkinson’s Symp- More than 65 digital magazines are viduals with the dementia diagnosis. Motor Vehicle Tickets • DWI through age 14 are registering now. toms, Arthritis Exercise Program, provided through the library website. Registration is recommended. If Two new aquatics programs will Aquatics for People with Disabili- Magazines such as Better Homes and planning to attend, or seeking more be offered in the Fall 2 session: Ad- ties, Project Healthy Bones, and Spe- Gardens, Family Handyman and information about JFS’ program for vanced Stroke Mechanics for youth cial Population Personal Training Highlights, among others, can be Alzheimer’s and Dementia Disorders, ages 8 to 12 and a six-hour Aquatics continue to be offered. Programs for downloaded onto an iPad, personal contact Alice Greenberg-Sheedy at Leader program offered over three people with special needs of all ages computer or phone to read anytime, [email protected] also are available. online or offline. or (908) 352-8375. For information on all classes, Interested persons can go to the programs, leagues and events of- library’s website, youseemore.com/ fered at the Westfield Area YMCA, garwood, click on the Zinio tab and visit westfieldynj.org or the Main Y use their library card number as their Facility Welcome Center, located at password. Call Brandon Minde, Former Prosecutor 220 Clark Street, Westfield. The Welcome Center also can be reached Mention this ad for a complimentary conference at (908) 301-YMCA (9622). Teen Anime Club The Y is dedicated to strengthen- To Meet Oct. 23 340 North Avenue, Cranford, NJ ing communities through youth de- SCOTCH PLAINS — Local velopment, healthy living and social youth are invited to join the teen (908) 272-0200 • www.dughihewit.com responsibility. Financial assistance librarians and the ever-expanding is available for those who qualify. membership of the Teen Anime Club at the Scotch Plains Public St. Bart’s to Host Library for conversation and ac- The Law Office of tivities taking place on Monday, Oc- Panel on Refugees tober 23, at 7 p.m. SCOTCH PLAINS — St. Participants will watch the Francis M. Smith, ESQ. Bartholomew the Apostle Roman widely-acclaimed anime series Catholic Church will host a panel Your Lie in April, discuss favorite discussion entitled “The Refugee titles and enjoy snacks. They are Crisis — What Don’t We Know?” on invited to come dressed in their Thursday, October 19, at 7 p.m. It favorite anime/manga costume or INJURED? will be held in the gym at the church, any costume at all. Registration is located at 2032 Westfield Avenue, required. This club is for teens in Scotch Plains. grades 6 to 12 only. 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Joanne Womelsdorf, IFDA, ASID allied No Fee If No Recovery Phone: 908.232.3875 www.superiorinteriorsofnj.com Call Me For A Free Consultation Page 8 Thursday, October 12, 2017 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Mary C. Salzano, Beloved By Family; College Women Gathering Enjoyed Cooking, Dancing, Bowling – Obituaries – Mary C. Salzano, of Cranford, N.J., Mary is predeceased by her hus- David Jacobs, 88, Exxon Engineer; Is Open to Community passed away on Wednesday, October band, Joseph, and is survived by her 4, 2017, surrounded by her family. daughters, Lu Ann Mujica (John) and WESTFIELD – The College including book clubs, bridge, cur- Mary was born on October 26, Rosemarie Piacentini (Richard); Active With Music and Ministries Woman’s Club of Westfield (CWC) rent events, discussion groups and 1932, in Yonkers, N.Y. A beloved grandchildren, Joseph Mujica and David Lloyd Edward Jacobs passed ing the violin in high school, college invites all area women to the club’s museum visits. and loving mother, grandmother, Elyse and Thomas Piacentini; sister, away on Saturday, September 30, and community orchestras, including annual fall get-together on Thurs- “As we enter our 101st year, we aunt and sister, her family was the Ann Rotella; many loving nephews 2017, at Wesley Enhanced Living in 25 years with the Bucks County Sym- day, October 19, at 7 p.m. The event look forward to introducing the great most important thing in her life. On and nieces, and her beloved dog, Doylestown, Pa., after having been phony Orchestra. During their mar- is free to prospective members and legacy of the College Woman’s Club September 11, 1954, she married Mookie, who all miss her dearly. diagnosed with ALS in December ried life he and Alberta attended United will include a vendor shopping night to potential new members,” said the love of her life, Joseph Salzano. In lieu of flowers, donations can be 2016. He was 88. Methodist churches wher- with all proceeds to benefit the CWC Jeanne Marie Ryan, CWC president. They moved to Westfield to raise made to Cranford Family Care in He was born March 6, ever they lived. He always scholarship fund. Guests will have “Whether you are new to the commu- their family alongside Mary’s sis- Mary’s name. 1929 to Barbara Isabelle sang in the church’s choir an opportunity to meet fellow mem- nity or a longtime resident, CWC is a ter, Ann, then eventually moved to Arrangements were by the Dooley Carson Jacobs and Lloyd and was a leader in the bers and hear about upcoming events great way to socialize and network Cranford. Funeral Home, 218 North Avenue Albert Jacobs of Cedar children’s Music Camp at that support the club’s mission to with a wonderful group of women in Mary loved to dance, bowl and West, Cranford. A Mass of Christian Rapids, Iowa. the Lehman Memorial further higher education for women. support of a very worthy cause.” play bingo, but her favorite thing to Burial was offered on Saturday, Oc- As a young person, United Methodist Church Founded in 1917, the CWC CWC membership is open to all do was cook for her family, especially tober 7, at St. Michael Church in David was an active in Hatboro, Pa., which he awards more than $50,000 in schol- area women with a college degree. Italian Sunday dinners. She made Cranford. Interment was at Fairview member in Boy Scouts, and Alberta have attended arships each year to young women Dues are $60, and $35 for senior citi- friends everywhere she went and Cemetery in Westfield. earning Eagle Scout in since 1991. David and from Westfield on the basis of aca- zens and educators, half of which goes loved sharing the stories of her life. October 12, 2017 1945 and continuing as a Alberta have always had demics, leadership and financial to support the scholarship program. leader when his sons were a passion for outreach need. The club’s intergenerational For location and to register for the in Scouts. David was a ministries focused on ra- membership meets periodically October 19 event, e-mail member of the First cial understanding, peace throughout the year for social and [email protected]. For additional Lutheran Church and addressing issues fund-raising purposes. CWC also information and a membership appli- David Aaron Trio to Wrap throughout his years in David Jacobs around poverty. He was a sponsors several interest groups, cation, visit cwclubwestfield.org. Cedar Rapids, graduated brilliant, creative, me- Library’s 2017 Jazz Series from Franklin High School, and was chanical, artistic, athletic and friendly active in All City Band and Orchestra man who could talk with anyone. He WESTFIELD — The Westfield ries commemorates longtime li- and National Honor Society. David believed that, “if you just talk with Memorial Library will conclude its brary patrons Joseph and Dorothy graduated from the University of Iowa people long enough, you will find a three-part Weiss Family Jazz Se- Weiss. The 2018 Series will kick in February 1951 with a Bachelor of personal connection.” His life was an ries on Wednesday, October 18, at off with local favorite David Science degree in Mechanical Engi- example of that truth. As a result he 7 p.m., with the popular David Leonhardt and his trio on Satur- neering and was a member of Tau had friends and colleagues all over the Aaron Trio. The library is located day, February 3, 2018, at 2 p.m. Beta Pi (Engineering Honorary Soci- world who respected and loved him. at 550 East Broad Street. The program is free and open to ety) and Pi Tau Sigma (mechanical His interest in people and their cul- Long a fixture at the Sweet Westfield Memorial Library and engineering honorary society). tures was so important to him that he Sounds Downtown Jazz Festival in MURAL cardholders. MURAL David spent his professional career and Alberta took all 13 of their grand- Westfield during the summer, Mr. cardholders belong to the 43 li- working with General Electric and children to different areas of Europe Aaron will play his clarinet, ac- braries that are part of the Ingersoll-Rand, followed by 27 years so that they would understand more companied by his keyboardist, Dan Middlesex Union Reciprocal with Esso/Exxon, which took him to fully the larger world we live in. Schwartz, and drummer, Wayne Agreement Libraries. Interested many places around the United States David is survived by his wife, Dunton. Their swing music is in- persons are advised to check the and the world, including one year in Alberta; sister, Barbara Diane Jacobs spired by the Benny Goodman Trio. Westfield Memorial Library Sicily, and two in London with his of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; his five chil- In addition to leading a large website, wmlnj.org, to see if their family. Later in his career he and his dren and their spouses; his grandchil- FAIRVIEW IN AUTUMN...Fairview Cemetery in Westfield will host its third orchestra, Mr. Aaron, who has library is a MURAL participant. wife of 66 years, Alberta, lived in dren and great-grandchildren. annual arboretum walking tour this Sunday, October 15, beginning at 2 p.m. played the clarinet since he was 11 To register for the jazz program, Brussels, Belgium, for two years. Fol- A memorial service was held at the Participants will see some of the 99 catalogued species of trees within the cemetery years old, often lectures on the Big visit wmlnj.org and click on the lowing his retirement as Chief Engi- First United Methodist Church, 1 East grounds. Band era, music of the 1950s and Online Calendar, or call (908) 789- neer-Machinery from Exxon in 1991, Broad Street, Westfield, N.J. 07090, Broadway show tunes. As part of 4090, option 0. he and Alberta moved to Doylestown, on Saturday, October 7, 2017, at 5:30 Fairview Cemetery to Host the Hale Speaker Series at the li- Westfield Memorial Library Pa., where they have lived ever since. p.m., followed by interment in the brary, he lectured on the Big Band hours are 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Mon- David was married to Alberta Mueller church’s Memorial Garden. era four years ago. day through Thursday; 9:30 a.m. to on August 10, 1951. They have five In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts Arboretum Tour Sunday Established with a bequest to the 5 p.m., Friday and Saturday, and 1 children, Christine Newman-Jacobs may be sent to the Lehman Memorial Westfield Memorial Library Foun- to 5 p.m. on Sunday. (Paul Newman-Jacobs), Mark Jacobs United Methodist Church of Hatboro, WESTFIELD — Fairview Cem- 20th century, the cemetery saw dation, the Weiss Family Jazz Se- For more information on library (Barbara Stewart), Timothy Jacobs Pa.; the First United Methodist Church etery, located at 1100 East Broad many changes and significant de- programs and services, call (908) (Michele DeRosa), Peter Jacobs (Carol of Westfield, N.J.; or the Heifer Street, Westfield, will host its third velopment as the City Beautiful SHERIFF’S SALE 789-4090, visit wmlnj.org and sign Redfern) and Claudia Kranz (Paul), Project, 1 World Avenue, P.O. Box annual arboretum walking tour, movement took hold in Union SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-170040009 727, Little Rock, AR 72203 or highlighting some of the 99 cata- County, when governments and pri- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY up for the monthly e-newsletter, “Li- raising them in Schenectady, N.Y., and CHANCERY DIVISION brary Loop,” or stop by the library then Westfield, N.J. They also are www.heiferfoundation.org. loged species of trees which reside vate individuals took an increasing UNION COUNTY interest in cemetery and park plan- DOCKET NO. F-051704-09 for a copy of its award-winning, blessed with 13 grandchildren and four Condolences may be sent to: within the cemetery grounds. Plaintiff: BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. quarterly newsletter, “Take Note.” great-grandchildren. www.varcoethomasfuneralhome.com. Approximately 35 additional ning. VS. October 12, 2017 Defendant: JOHN R. MAYBERRY David enjoyed woodworking and trees have been cataloged and The Union County Park System Sale Date: 11/08/2017 was laid out by the renowned Writ of Execution: 06/15/2017 SHERIFF’S SALE antique cars, but he loved music, play- added to the tour, which will be led By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution by Tom Ombrello, Ph.D., profes- Olmstead Brothers, famous park to me directed I shall expose for sale by public SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-17004049 vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY sor of biology at Union County planners of the day. Fairview’s de- ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- CHANCERY DIVISION College. The tour is scheduled for sign and streetscape mimicked the beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock UNION COUNTY Origami By Children Is On in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- DOCKET NO. F-043123-14 this Sunday, October 15, at 2 p.m., same design philosophy as fash- ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash Plaintiff: NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. VS. and is open to the community. In ioned by the Olmstead Brothers. The judgment amount is: ***Five Hundred Defendant: FIDEL G. VECINO AND SUZETTE the event of rain, the tour will take Historically, cemeteries have been Seventy-Two Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty- R. VECINO Display Through October Five and 94/100*** $572,835.94. Sale Date: 11/08/2017 place the following Sunday, Octo- places of beauty and nature, and The property to be sold is located in the Town- Writ of Execution: 06/05/2017 ship of Cranford in the County of Union, and By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution WESTFIELD — The 2016 Origami nal creations designed by the chil- ber 22. offer respite and quietude to its State of New Jersey. to me directed I shall expose for sale by public neighbors. Few cemeteries also Commonly known as 604 Willow Street, vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- By Children Exhibit will be displayed dren themselves. Those interested in participating Cranford, New Jersey 07016. ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- For the fourth time since 2012, should contact Fairview Cemetery qualify as an arboretum, a distinc- Tax Lot No. 11 in Block No. 163. beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock at the Westfield Memorial Library Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 17,250 in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- during October. For more than two the exhibit features Westfield resi- at (908) 232-0781 to make a reser- tion that Fairview can claim. Other Square Feet. ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash New Jersey arboretums include Nearest Cross Street: West End Place. or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. decades, OrigamiUSA has sponsored dent Fiona Gillespie. Currently a vation. The tour is free to the public. Total Upset: ***Six Hundred Seventeen Thou- The judgment amount is: ***Five Hundred Ten senior at Westfield High School, In 2002 Professor Ombrello, Duke Farms, Morven Gardens and sand Two Hundred Forty-Eight and 54/100*** Thousand Sixteen and 19/100*** $510,016.19. Origami by Children, an annual exhi- $617,248.54 together with lawful interest and The property to be sold is located in the Bor- bition of outstanding origami by young- Fiona folded “Fractal Flower,” along with his students, worked Reeves-Reed, to name a few. costs. ough of Garwood. Participants on the walking tour Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- In the County of Union and the State of New sters from around the world. which was designed by Roman Diaz. diligently to catalogue and inven- tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and Jersey. OrigamiUSA is a non-profit cul- tory 60 species within the cem- will have the opportunity to expe- expenses, there remains any surplus money, the Premises commonly known as: 107 Winslow Children age 18 and under are money will be deposited into the Superior Court Place. invited to submit origami models tural arts organization dedicated to etery grounds. This work enabled rience Fairview Cemetery in the Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Block: 209 Lot: 17. throes of autumn, an ideal time to or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Dimensions of Lot (approximately): 0.108 AC that they folded for the exhibit. Only teaching and promoting origami in the cemetery to apply for and re- Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Nearest Cross Street: North Avenue. the United States and around the ceive arboretum status, having been observe local and rare species of and extent of that person’s claim and asking for For interested parties regarding Sheriff’s Sale, the best are chosen to become part an order directing payment of the surplus money. please contact Auction.com at (800) 793-6107 or of the exhibit. Most of the origami world. Based in New York City, accepted as a member of the Ameri- trees, as the foliage turns to blaz- The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale at www.auction.com. ing colors of red, yellow and or- will have information regarding the surplus, if Subject to: Taxes current as of 7/13/2017. models are made from instructions OrigamiUSA runs folding sessions can Public Gardens Association any. Sale subject to subsequent taxes, utilities, throughout the year as well as an (APGA), a nonprofit organization ange. There is a full legal description on file in the liens and interest since 7/13/2017. found in books but some are origi- Union County Sheriff’s Office. Total Upset: ***Five Hundred Twenty-Three annual convention that draws origami dedicated to environmental con- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this Thousand Seven Hundred and 86/100*** sale for any length of time without further adver- $523,700.86 together with lawful interest and SHERIFF’S SALE enthusiasts from around the world. servation. In 2017 the number of Santana Tribute Band tisement. costs. The Westfield Memorial Library cataloged species was increased to Joseph Cryan Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-17003675 Sheriff tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY is located at 550 East Broad Street. a total of 99. Due at Area Library Attorney: expenses, there remains any surplus money, the CHANCERY DIVISION FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, PC money will be deposited into the Superior Court UNION COUNTY Fairview Cemetery was orga- AREA — The Rahway Public Li- 7 CENTURY DRIVE Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, DOCKET NO. F-012983-16 nized on January 13, 1868 under brary will celebrate National Hispanic SUITE 201 or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Plaintiff: THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON SHERIFF’S SALE PARSIPPANY, NEW JERSEY 07054 Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature VS. the statutes of the state of New Heritage Month with a free concert (973) 538-4700 and extent of that person’s claim and asking for Defendant: LAWRENCE M RHODES; SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-17004011 4 T - 10/12, 10/19, 10/26 an order directing payment of the surplus money. LORRAINE M. RHODES; MARGIE T. RHODES; SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Jersey, and the grounds were dedi- by Santana tribute band Stone Flower & 11/02/17 Fee: $153.00 The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale ORAL SURGERY ASSOCIATION; UNITED CHANCERY DIVISION cated in that same year on Septem- on Friday, October 20, at 6 p.m., in will have information regarding the surplus, if STATES OF AMERICA UNION COUNTY any. Sale Date: 10/25/2017 DOCKET NO. F-002341-17 ber 24. Fairview will celebrate its the library auditorium. It is open to SHERIFF’S SALE There is a full legal description on file in the Writ of Execution: 08/01/2017 Plaintiff: M&T BANK S/B/M HUDSON CITY Union County Sheriff’s Office. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution SAVINGS BANK 150th anniversary in 2018 and the the public and all ages are welcome. SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-17004000 The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this to me directed I shall expose for sale by public VS. board of trustees currently is plan- The library is located at 2 City Hall SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY sale for any length of time without further adver- vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- Defendant: CHARLES N. TATE A/K/A CHANCERY DIVISION tisement. ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- CHARLES TATE, DORIS “DOE” (LAST NAME ning a celebration, to be open to Plaza, Rahway. For more informa- UNION COUNTY Joseph Cryan beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock REFUSED), HERITAGE COMMUNITY BANK, DOCKET NO. F-031818-16 Sheriff in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- GLOUCESTER COUNTY BOARD SOCIAL SER- the community. At the turn of the tion, call (732) 340-1551 or visit Plaintiff: HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL AS- Attorney: ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash VICES AND DUNCAN SMYTHE, TENANT rahwaylibrary.org. SOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR PHH ALTER- MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, P.C. or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. Sale Date: 11/08/2017 NATIVE MORTGAGE TRUST SERIES 2007-3 216 HADDON AVENUE The judgment amount is: ***Seven Hundred Writ of Execution: 06/26/2017 SHERIFF’S SALE VS. SUITE 201 Twenty-Two Thousand Two Hundred Forty-Four By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Defendant: SHIRLEY D. MESSINA; MORT- WESTMONT NEW JERSEY 08108 and 19/100*** $722,244.19. to me directed I shall expose for sale by public SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-17003874 SHERIFF’S SALE GAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYS- (856) 858-7080 Property to be sold is located in the BOR- vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY TEMS, INC AS NOMINEE FOR PHH HOME 4 T - 10/12, 10/19, 10/26 OUGH of MOUNTAINSIDE, County of UNION, ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- CHANCERY DIVISION SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-17003493 LOANS, LLC D/B/A ERA HOME LOANS, ITS & 11/02/17 Fee: $167.28 State of New Jersey. beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock UNION COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS; FRANKLIN Premises commonly known as: 1238 CEDAR in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- DOCKET NO. F-007518-15 CHANCERY DIVISION MUTUAL INSURANCE AVENUE, MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ 07092-1910 ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash Plaintiff: FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE UNION COUNTY Sale Date: 11/08/2017 SHERIFF’S SALE BEING KNOWN as LOT 61 A, BLOCK 16.K on or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. VS. DOCKET NO. F-029576-16 Writ of Execution: 08/15/2017 the official Tax Map of the BOROUGH of The judgment amount is: ***One Million Defendant: LEBA G. AUSTIN ALSO KNOWN Plaintiff: THE MONEY SOURCE, INC By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-17003905 MOUNTAINSIDE. Twenty-Six Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty-Eight AS LEBA GAIL AUSTIN, MR. AUSTIN, HUS- VS. to me directed I shall expose for sale by public SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Dimensions: 46.01 feet X 62.12 feet X 54.85 and 41/100*** $1,026,958.41. BAND OF LEBA G. AUSTIN ALSO KNOWN AS Defendant: JOE L. JOE L. GREGORY vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- CHANCERY DIVISION feet X 183.59 feet X 100.80 feet X 282.45 feet. All that certain lot, piece or parcel of land, with LEBA GAIL AUSTIN, LEBA G. AUSTIN ALSO JR.;APRIL L. GREGORY;GMAC, FM EASTERN ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- UNION COUNTY Nearest Cross Street Oak Street. the buildings and improvements thereon erected, KNOWN AS LEBA GAIL AUSTIN, CACV OF REGIONAL FEDERAL CREDIT UNION;DAWN beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock DOCKET NO. F-006140-16 Advertise subject USA’s right of redemp- situate, lying and being in the Borough of NEW JERSEY LLC, UNITED STATES OF JACKSON; PIERCE JOYCE; ELLEN FERREIRA in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- Plaintiff: NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC tion: Mountainside, County of Union and State of New AMERICA AND THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash VS. Pursuant to 28, U.S.C. Section 2410, this sale Jersey. Sale Date: 11/01/2017 Sale Date: 10/18/2017 or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. Defendant: WILMA J. LOCKHART is subject to a 120 day right of redemption held by Commonly Known as: 600 Sherwood Park- Writ of Execution: 08/11/2017 Writ of Execution: 07/19/2017 The judgment amount is: ***Seven Hundred Sale Date: 11/01/2017 the United States of America by virtue of the way, Mountainside, New Jersey 07092. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Sixty-Four Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety-Six Writ of Execution: 08/02/2017 Internal Revenue Service Lien: Tax Lot and Block No.: Lot 29, Block 21. to me directed I shall expose for sale by public to me directed I shall expose for sale by public and 08/100*** $764,896.08. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution LIEN: DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY - Nearest Cross Street: Sherwood Parkway & vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- Property to be sold is located in the TOWN- to me directed I shall expose for sale by public INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE versus Mountain Avenue (approximately 420 feet away). ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- SHIP of CLARK, County of UNION, State of New vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- LAWRENCE M. RHODES, dated November 21, Lot Size (approximately): 1.945 Acres beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock Jersey. ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- 2008 and recorded December 2, 2008 in Book As the above description does not constitute a in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- Premises commonly known as: 160 MEADOW beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock FL0197, Page 75 in the amount of $115,297.96. full legal description, said full legal description is ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash ROAD, CLARK, NEW JERSEY 07066-2122 in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- LIEN: DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY - annexed to that certain mortgage recorded in the or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. BEING KNOWN as LOT 10, BLOCK 30.06 on ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE versus Office of the Register/Clerk of Union County in The judgment amount is: ***Three Hundred The judgment amount is: ***Four Hundred the official Tax Map of the TOWNSHIP of CLARK. or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. LAWRENCE M. RHODES, dated April 21, 2010 Mortgage Book 12448 at Page 69, et sec., Eliza- Fifty-Three Thousand Two Hundred Seventeen Ninety-Two Thousand Four Hundred Forty-Seven Dimensions: 105.00 Feet X 143.22 Feet X The judgment amount is: ***Two Hundred and recorded May 5, 2010 in Book FL0199, Page beth, New Jersey, and the Writ of Execution on and 86/100*** $353,217.86. and 28/100*** $492,447.28. 105.01 Feet X 144.74 Feet. Sixty-Five Thousand Seven Hundred Twenty- 585 in the amount of $9,024.29. file with the Sheriff of Union County. PROPERTY TO BE SOLD IS LOCATED IN: PROPERTY TO BE SOLD IS LOCATED IN: Nearest Cross Street: Halareb Drive. Three and 73/100*** $265,723.73. Total Upset: ***Seven Hundred Forty Thou- Total Upset: ***One Million Forty-Three Thou- Scotch Plains, County of Union, State of New Town of Westfield, County of Union, in the State Total Upset: ***Seven Hundred Eighty-Three Commonly known as address 236 Haven sand Five Hundred Forty-One and 75/100*** sand One Hundred Thirty-Four and 14/100*** Jersey. of New Jersey. Thousand Nine and 68/100*** $783,009.68 to- Avenue, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 $740,541.75 together with lawful interest and $1,043,134.14 together with lawful interest and PREMISES COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 426 PREMISES COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1107 gether with lawful interest and costs. Municipality: Township of Scotch Plains. costs. costs. Hunter Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey East Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey 07090- Subject to any unpaid taxes, municipal liens or Lot and Block: Lot 18, Block 705. Subject to any unpaid taxes, municipal liens or Subject to any unpaid taxes, municipal liens or 07076. 1103. other charges, and any such taxes, charges, Approximate dimensions: 53.00 x 93.00 feet. other charges, and any such taxes, charges, other charges, and any such taxes, charges, TAX LOT #: 8, BLOCK #: 502. TAX LOT # 28; Block # 2003. liens, insurance premiums or other advances Nearest cross street: Mountain Avenue. liens, insurance premiums or other advances liens, insurance premiums or other advances APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS: 60 x 192 PRIOR LOT # 36; PRIOR BLOCK # 345. made by plaintiff prior to this sale. All interested Subject to: Delinquent Sewer, in the amount of made by plaintiff prior to this sale. All interested made by plaintiff prior to this sale. All interested NEAREST CROSS STREET: Front Street. APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS: 75 feet X 446 parties are to conduct and rely upon their own $348.18, open plus interest after 9/30/17; and parties are to conduct and rely upon their own parties are to conduct and rely upon their own SUBJECT TO ANY OPEN TAXES, feet. independent investigation to ascertain whether Delinquent Taxes, in the amount of $264.88, independent investigation to ascertain whether independent investigation to ascertain whether WATERJSEWER, MUNICIPAL OR TAX LIENS NEAREST CROSS STREET: unknown or not any outstanding interest remain of record open plus interest after 9/30/17. or not any outstanding interest remain of record or not any outstanding interest remain of record THAT MAY BE DUE. Taxes: Current through 2nd Quarter of 2017* and/or have priority over the lien being fore- Total Upset: ***Two Hundred Seventy-Three and/or have priority over the lien being fore- and/or have priority over the lien being fore- PRIOR MORTGAGES, JUDGMENTS, LIENS, Other: Sewer open balance in the amount of closed and, if so the current amount due thereon. Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-Six and 16/100*** closed and, if so the current amount due thereon. closed and, if so the current amount due thereon. ENCUMBRANCES: N/A $92.30. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the $273,586.16 together with lawful interest and If the sale is set aside for any reason, the If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Total Upset: ***Three Hundred Sixty Thou- *plus interest on these figures through date of Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only a costs. Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only a Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only a sand Five Hundred Thirty-Eight and 01/100*** payoff and any and all subsequent taxes, water return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall **To the best of this firm’s knowledge, the return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall $360,538.01 together with lawful interest and and sewer amounts. have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, property is not an affordable unit subject to the have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, costs. Total Upset: ***Five Hundred Five Thousand the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Fair Housing Act.** the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- One Hundred Fifty and 97/100*** $505,150.97 Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfaction of the mortgage debt, including costs and together with lawful interest and costs. tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and expenses, there remains any surplus money, the Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- expenses, there remains any surplus money, the expenses, there remains any surplus money, the expenses, there remains any surplus money, the expenses, there remains any surplus money, the money will be deposited into the Superior Court tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and money will be deposited into the Superior Court money will be deposited into the Superior Court money will be deposited into the Superior Court money will be deposited into the Superior Court Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, expenses, there remains any surplus money, the Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to money will be deposited into the Superior Court or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature and extent of that person’s claim and asking for or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to and extent of that person’s claim and asking for and extent of that person’s claim and asking for and extent of that person’s claim and asking for and extent of that person’s claim and asking for an order directing payment of the surplus money. Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature an order directing payment of the surplus money. an order directing payment of the surplus money. an order directing payment of the surplus money. an order directing payment of the surplus money. The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale and extent of that person’s claim and asking for The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale will have information regarding the surplus, if an order directing payment of the surplus money. will have information regarding the surplus, if will have information regarding the surplus, if will have information regarding the surplus, if will have information regarding the surplus, if any. The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale any. any. any. any. 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The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this There is a full legal description on file in the The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale for any length of time without further adver- Union County Sheriff’s Office. sale for any length of time without further adver- sale for any length of time without further adver- sale for any length of time without further adver- sale for any length of time without further adver- tisement. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this tisement. tisement. tisement. tisement. Joseph Cryan sale for any length of time without further adver- Joseph Cryan Joseph Cryan Joseph Cryan Joseph Cryan Sheriff tisement. Sheriff Sheriff Sheriff Sheriff Attorney: Joseph Cryan Attorney: Attorney: Attorney: Attorney: UDREN LAW OFFICES, P.C. Sheriff PHELAN HALLINAN & DIAMOND, PC BUCKLEY MADOLE, P.C. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 12, 2017 Page 9 Panel Discussion Planned on Understanding Child Behavior

WESTFIELD – The public is in- sic, and neuropsychological evalua- vited to join the Westfield Special tions, with an in depth focus on the Education Community for an evening assessment and treatment of ADHD of education on Wednesday, October and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. 18 at 7:30 p.m., at Lincoln Early Brown also consults to school dis- Childhood Center, 728 Westfield tricts and preschools. Her practice Avenue, Westfield. offers individual treatment for chil- The guest speakers, Leopold dren, adolescents, and young adults Bolona, M.D., Megan Brown, Ph.D., focused on improving self-regulation, Rosanne Kurstedt, Ph.D. and Gina social problem solving, and identify- Totino, L.C.S.W. will focus on effec- ing and regulating emotions through tive approaches to understanding and various treatment modalities. working with difficult behaviors. Ms. Kurstedt is an accomplished Collaboration is key to ensuring con- educator with 20+ years experience sistency, structure, and a positive out- working with pre-school through 8th come for children. This panel discus- grade students, novice and veteran BOOK DONATION...Mary Leonard, left, of the New Jersey Daughters of the sion will answer your questions and teachers, and Masters’ students. She American Revolution donates books on the U.S. Constitution to Sandy Miragliotta, guide you and those that work with is passionate in her support of col- PUMPKIN TIME...The Franklin School community gets ready for the annual Principal of St. Michael School. your child on how to collaborate for a laborative learning environments that Pumpkin fair this weekend. positive outcome. nurture reflective practitioners and Dr. Bolona is an experienced board increase students’ social and emo- NJDAR Donates Books to certified child psychiatrist serving tional well-being as well as achieve- Franklin School to Hold adults and children. He follows a ment. She is the cofounder of Writers multidisciplinary, yet individualized Experience, a summer workshop for St. Michael’s School in CF treatment methodology. His expertise students in grades 2-5 and a children’s Annual Pumpkin Fair is in assessment and treatment plan- book author. CRANFORD – Mary Leonard, 1956 by President Dwight ning, which he approaches conserva- Ms. Totino specializes in clinical WESTFIELD – The Franklin El- kets will be raffled off, goldfish will New Jersey State Daughters of the Eisenhower. tively and with compassion. He takes work with children, adolescents, fami- ementary School Parent Teacher Or- be won, and there will be tons of American revolution (DAR) Consti- The National Society of the Daugh- time with evaluations and works with lies, and adults. She has unique train- ganization (PTO) is gearing up for food to eat including cotton candy, tution Week chairwoman, collected ters of the American Revolution is a necessary counterparts (schools, doc- ing and expertise in the use of Dialec- its annual Great Pumpkin Fair. The pizza, hot dogs and baked goods. books appropriate for the grammar volunteer women’s service organiza- tors, therapists, family members, etc.) tical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), event is on Saturday, October 14, Each year, Franklin holds a stu- school level at a recent DAR Fall tion dedicated to promoting patrio- to develop the most effective treat- which focuses on the treatment of from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m on the school dent poster contest regarding the Conference held in Princeton, NJ on tism, historic preservation, and educa- ment plan. Dr. Bolona treats a wide mood, behavioral and emotional grounds located at 700 Prospect event, and the winning posters are September 16. These books were tion via commemorative events, schol- range of conditions including behav- dysregulation, self-injurious behav- Street in Westfield. displayed throughout downtown donated to St. Michael’s School in arships and educational initiatives. ioral issues, neurodevelopmental dis- iors, and suicidality. Her therapeutic The Pumpkin Fair is Franklin’s Westfield to remind everyone about Cranford. Sandy Miragliotta, Princi- Constitution Week is celebrated across orders, autism spectrum disorder, work is informed by DBT when work- annual tradition featuring fun games, this fun occasion. The Pumpkin Fair pal, graciously accepted the books on our nation with support from approxi- ADHD, anxiety, depression, and mood ing with children, parents, couples, an inflatable obstacle course, face is the largest fundraiser Franklin behalf of her students and teachers. mately 3,000 DAR local chapters. disorders. He serves as a consulting and siblings. painting, glitter tattoos, creepy crafts, School organizes each year and a kid Mrs. Miragliotta mentioned that dur- psychiatrist for the Roselle Park Board This program is free and all par- and the all-time favorite Giant favorite. It will be held rain or shine ing the week of September 17 to the of Education. ents, teachers, and therapists are in- Cookie Walk. A variety of gift bas- on Saturday. 23 she has been sharing stories about Jonathan Dayton Dr. Brown is a licensed clinical vited to attend. 1.5 CEU credits are the US Constitution with the students psychologist and owner of Brown offered free of charge. For more in- during morning announcements. Reunion Planned Psychological Services. She has spe- formation email Free Adult Lectures Constitution Week is celebrated AREA – Classmates for years 1947, cialized training in preschool, foren- [email protected]. every year from September 17 to the 1948 and 1949 at Jonathan Dayton 23. The tradition of celebrating the Regional High School in Springfield Offered at Trailside Constitution was started by the Daugh- are being sought for a reunion. ters of the American Revolution. In The reunion is planned at Hibachi WHS Tells Nat. Merit Semi- 1955 the NSDAR petitioned Con- Grill at Blue Star Shopping Center on MOUNTAINSIDE – The Union to Nobel Peace Prize winner, natural- gress to set aside a week in September Wednesday, October 25, at 12 noon Finalist, Commended Students County Board of Chosen Freeholders ist to imperialist. to be dedicated for the observance of for $15 per person, all you can eat. and the Department of Parks and On Saturday, October 21 from 2 Constitution Week. A resolution was For more information or to register Recreation are pleased to announce p.m. to 3 p.m. NASA Solar Ambassa- WESTFIELD – Westfield High place in the top five percent of the the free lectures for adults 18 years dor Paul Cirillo will speak on What’s later adopted by the US Congress and in advance, call Trudy (Lorenz) School senior, Benjamin Kevelson, students in the country who took the signed into public law on August 2, Piccirillo (908) 400-6517. and older and high school students, in Next For Human Space Travel. Mr. has been named a National Merit Preliminary SAT/Merit Scholarship the fall season at the Trailside Nature Cirillo, a popular lecturer at Trailside, Semi-finalist in the 2018 National Qualifying Test: Yallen Bai, Chloe and Science Center in Mountainside. will present a fascinating lecture about Merit Scholarship Program. Approxi- Brown, Michael Canabarro, Joseph “Trailside offers engaging and di- the future for human space programs Local Student Participates in mately 1.1 percent of students who Ensslin, Lindsay Freidenrich, Fiona verse lecture topics at its popular planned in the United States, China take the Preliminary SAT test qualify Gillespie, Rachael He, Yenteen Hu, Visitor Center. The 2,060 acre reser- and Russia. The lecture also includes as National Merit semi-finalists. They Marisa Li, Allison Mattessich, Timo- vation is a great destination in fall,” the project of the four U.S. commer- Study Abroad Program are the highest scoring entrants and thy McAuliffe, Kenneth Meyer, Ryan said Freeholder Chairman Bruce H. cial companies, Space X, Boeing, are eligible to apply for National Merit Qin, Lindsey Sharlow, Daniel Bergen. Blue Origin and Virgin Galactic. ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Hannah R. of Westfield High School. scholarships. The program honors Shenker, Jacob Tananbaum, Nicho- On Tuesday, October 17 from 7 Space tourism, space stations, moon Goldring, a junior majoring in bio- Hundreds of University of Roches- students who show exceptional aca- las Weiner, Eric Yang, and Junlin Yi. p.m. to 8 p.m., The American Histori- bases and a journey to Mars are the medical engineering at the Univer- ter students study outside the United demic ability and potential for suc- According to the National Merit cal Theatre offers a compelling theat- inspiring and thrilling topics dis- sity of Rochester, is spending the fall States each year in more than 40 cess in rigorous college studies. Scholarship Corporation, “These stu- rical re-enactment, made possible in cussed. Learn about these exciting semester in Auckland, New Zealand. cities. Most take full-time study pro- Additionally, Principal Derrick dents represent a valuable national part by the New Jersey Council for projects and others as we prepare for Ms. Goldring, the daughter of grams while others earn academic Nelson announced that 19 Westfield resource; recognizing their accom- the Humanities. Theodore Roosevelt: these upcoming new voyages. Laurie Woog and Jay Goldring, is a credit for internships, which are sup- High School students have been plishments, as well as the key role American in the Arena recreates the For more information about these resident of Westfield and a graduate ported by related coursework in gov- named Commended Students in the their schools play in their academic time when President McKinley was programs or other activities at ernment offices, museums, health or- 2018 National Merit Scholarship Pro- development, is vital to the advance- assassinated in 1901, and Vice Presi- Trailside, please call (908) 789-3670 Parrish Earns National ganizations, theaters, law offices, or gram. According to the National Merit ment of educational excellence in our dent Theodore Roosevelt bounded or visit www.ucnj.org/trailside. corporations. These programs are Scholarship Program, these students nation. We hope that this recognition into Washington, D.C. as the young- Trailside Nature and Science Center Merit Recognition operated under the auspices of the will help broaden their educational est President in history. His vigorous is located at 452 New Providence BASKING RIDGE – Twenty-two Center for Education Abroad in the opportunities and encourage them as persona helped catapult the U.S. into Road in Mountainside and is a facil- Pingry seniors are recognized for ex- College of Arts, Sciences, and Engi- www.goleader.com they continue their pursuit of aca- the new century. His accomplishments ity of the Union County Department ceptional academic promise as Com- neering. demic success.” were plentiful and diverse: War hero of Parks and Recreation. mended Students in the 2018 Na- tional Merit Scholarship Program. They placed among the top 50,000 scorers of more than 1.6 million stu- The Leader/Times Website dents who entered the 2018 competi- tion by taking the 2016 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). Including these 22 students, 168 Provides Robust Features Pingry students have been Com- mended Students over the past five years. The commended students include to Assist You! Madeleine Parrish of Westfield. Wardlaw Students Create Kindness Rocks EDISON – Lower School students Subscribe to Our Papers at The Wardlaw-Hartridge School created Kindness Rocks on Interna- tional Dot Day, a celebration of Change Your Address creativity, courage and collaboration, on September 15. After reading The Dot by Peter Submit a Paid Bulletin Reynolds and singing a song together, the students decorated rocks in class creation stations. Faculty and staff Publish a Photo members also joined in the fun. 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SPF HEISEY 449 YDS PASSING, 4 TDS; SANDERS 52-YD TD GRAB; COUGAR ARAUJO 3 TD RUNS, 129 YDS RUSHING Raider Gridders ‘Go for It’; Cougars Win 43-42 OT Classic By DAVID B. CORBIN a ground game, while the Raiders 12-yard TD, and Sanders grabbed Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times went to the air big time. Raider senior five passes for 122 yards, including a more photos at goleader.com Win, lose or draw, the Scotch Plains- quarterback Cooper Heisey, prima- 52-yard circus catch that ended up as Fanwood High School football team rily using his “Gang of 4” — Dwight a TD. Heisey also connected three Ballhoo Sports and the visiting Cranford Cougars Laylor, Isaiah Stewart, Anthony Por- times with Javin Scott for 37 yards. provided a thrilling showdown in ter and Justin Sanders — went to the “All those guys, Justin, Porter, Scotch Plains that was decided in air 49 times and completed 32 of Dwight and Isaiah do a great job. The overtime (OT). After the 3-2 Cougars them for a total of 449 yards, includ- coaches pushed them to the limit in scored a touchdown on their first se- ing four touchdown (TD) strikes, a the summer and even through the ries in OT and Valentino Ambrosio two-point conversion and an inter- season. They keep making plays for kicked the extra point, the Raiders ception by Cougar James Shriner. me even when I throw the ball not so followed with a touchdown of their Stewart had 10 receptions for 148 well and they get it,” Heisey said. own and took a gamble on a two-point yards. Laylor had seven receptions “Dwight, Isaiah, Porter are all dy- conversion only to come up short, for 85 yards, including TD receptions namic players. Cooper with the passes. giving the Cougars a 43-42 victory. of 24 yards and 28 yards and the two- We all played hard this game,” Sand- Two very different teams in their point conversion. Porter had seven ers said. “What more can you ask for?” offensive style, the Cougars preferred receptions for 67 yards, including a CONTINUED ON PAGE 13

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David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times HAULING IN THE PASS...Raider wide receiver Justin Sanders, No. 9, hauls in quarterback Cooper Heisey’s pass as Cougar defensive back Elijah Arroyo, No. 1, closes in to make a tackle. The Cougars edged the Raiders in OT, 43-42.

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times BRINGING DOWN A FARMER...Blue Devils Joe SanGiacomo, No. 46, and Jacob Dayon, No. 4, along with several teammates bring down a Farmer running back. The Blue Devils eked out a 7-6 victory at Union on October 6. SHAPIRO HITS BARDEN FOR 6-YD TD, DAYON KEY ON ‘D’ Blue Devils Edge Farmers, 7-6, In Defensive Football Struggle

By DAVID B. CORBIN attempts for 208 yards, including a Farmers’ final offensive series of the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times four-yard touchdown pass to Martin, game, co-captain/linebacker Jacob Bending but not breaking, the Blue who was his key receiver with eight Dayon made a key play when he forced Devils’ defense was put to the test but grabs for 129 yards. Ifewekwune had Sanborn out of bounds for a three- managed to stave off all but one drive four receptions for 49 yards. On the yard loss and killed their drive. to earn the Westfield High School ground, the Farmers totaled just 81 “We just had to hang in there. We football team a 7-6 victory over the yards on 23 carries — only 29 yards knew going in there that they were hosting Union Farmers on October 6. on 13 carries in the second half. going to have good athletes. We knew The 5-0 Blue Devils had to withstand The Farmers put on a serious threat the quarterback could throw the ball. the strong throwing arm of sopho- on their first series but the Blue Devil We pride ourselves in just hanging in more quarterback Andrew Sanborn defense forced them to stall at the there, just fighting until the next play. and his speedy receiving corps of Westfield eight yard line. Twice in the With the flip of field position, that Michel Lucien, Andy Martin and second half the Blue Devils denied helped too because they had to drive Chuck Ifewekwune. the Farmers when they were just inches all the way down but we found a way Sanborn completed 15 of 36 pass away from getting first downs. On the CONTINUED ON PAGE 15

Alex Lowe for The Westfield Leader and The Times VICTORIOUS AGAIN...At Kehler Stadium on October 7, the Blue Devils girls soccer team defeated the Raiders, 1-0, for the second time this season. Katie Butler scored the winning goal. See story on page 14. "HIRING THE TOP AGENT ISN'T EXPENSIVE - IT'S PRICELESS." FRANK D. ISOLDI FRANKDISOLDI Broker/Sales Associate [email protected] CELL: 908-787-5990 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage THEISOLDICOLLECTION.COM 209 Central Avenue, Westfield Office: 908-233-5555 ©2017 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage.All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Operated by a subsidiary of NRT LLC. Coldwell Banker© and the Coldwell Banker logo are registered service marks owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Page 12 Thursday, October 12, 2017 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION BOND, KIRBY, BUTLER, DOBOSIEWICZ NOTCH GOALS Blue Devils’ Pressure Cracks Oak Knoll in Girls Soccer, 4-2

By DAVID B. CORBIN last year but Oak Knoll was a really Late in the half Hendricks launched a Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times good team last year. They were solid free kick from the 25 into the box Never forgetting last year’s shootout and they were the better team in the where Bond allowed it to ricochet off setback in the Union County Tourna- county semis. They made a really her back an into the net with 7:30 on ment semifinals to Oak Knoll the good state tournament run. We had the clock. Westfield High School girls soccer some returning girls who were anx- “Sophie had a free kick from about team offered the Royals few opportu- ious to play them,” Blue Devil Head 25-30 yard line. Sophie has a bomb of nities in a 4-2 victory at Kehler Sta- Coach Alex Schmidt said. a left foot. Curved it right in. Hon- dium in Westfield on October 3. The “We were very motivated to come estly, it just hit me in the back. Coach 9-0, fourth-ranked Blue Devils most out here and get some revenge be- always says, ‘Get in front of the keeper. likely played their strongest first half cause the way the county semifinals Shield the keeper so she can’t see.’ of the season, taking a 2-0, lead then went last year. Losing to them on PKs Sophie placed it perfectly and my extended it to a 3-0 lead before the 6- isn’t always the best but we came out back was just in the right position to 2-1 Royals could respond with any here and wanted to make a statement, put it right in there,” Bond explained. real offensive threats. especially since we may see them Four minutes later after Butler The Blue Devils got first half goals, later in the county semis. We came out drilled a hard shot off Lawler’s fin- respectively, from co-captain Natalie here, put some balls in the back of the gertips that resulted in the ball loop- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Bond, on an assist from Sophie net and we put out almost our entire ing over the crossbar, Dobosiewicz INVITATIONAL CHAMPIONS...The Cranford Cougars won the Cougar Invitational Gymnastics title on October 5. Hendricks, and Ryan Kirby on an team in the win, and that’s always an brought the ball into the left-center of assist from Faith Dobosiewicz. Bond accomplishment,” Bond said. the box and tapped it to Kirby, who COUGAR IOSSO WINS ALL-AROUND, WF’S AZZARETTO 2ND set up Katie Butler’s goal early in the From the start of the game, the Blue slanted into the center and slipped it second half then Dobosiewicz net- Devils took the offensive setting up past Lawler for a 2-0 lead. ted the fourth goal through the ef- numerous smooth plays but the Roy- “I got a beautiful ball. I saw Ryan forts of Butler and Melina McDevitt. als’ backfield was holding tight and out of the corner of my eye running to Cranford Captures Team Title, Yasla Ngoma scored both of the deflecting several shots to ease the the box and it was just a simple ‘Bangu’ Roylas’ goals. pressure on goalkeeper Katie Lawler, that we have been working on. I hit it “Obviously a little redemption from who was credited with eight saves. CONTINUED ON PAGE 17 At Cougar Gymnastic Invitat’l more photos at goleader.com Ballhoo Sports

By ALEX LOWE fourth (9.10). Blue Devils Azzaretto cused on sticking the landing,” said Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times (9.05) and Julia Singer (9.0) placed Iosso. “And I was happy when I did Fueled by an outstanding perfor- fifth and sixth, respectively. that.” mance from All-Around Individual “In the vault, I really was just fo- Iosso also took first place in the champion Bee Iosso, the Cranford High Uneven Parallel Bars with a score of School gymnastics team took first place 8.95. The winning performance was at the 16th Annual Cougar Invitational not without its difficulties for the held on October 5 at Martin Gymna- Cranford standout. sium at Cranford High School. “In the bars I did not do the routine Cranford finished with 109.625 points I was supposed to do,” said Iosso. “I to claim the team points victory, finish- messed up so I tried to cover it up. I ing ahead of second place Westfield was ended up doing a free-up hand- (106.125) and third place Scotch stand instead of a free-up pirouette.” Plains-Fanwood (105.200) in the eight- Despite the need for improvisa- team tournament. Iosso (36.90 points) tion, Iosso was able to edge Infante had first place finishes in the Vault (8.85). Azzaretto (8.75) was third. (9.4) and Uneven Bars (8.95) as well Cranford’s Gabby Markase (8.60) was as a second place finish in the Floor fifth. Cougar Kelly McAuliffe and Exercise (9.50) that helped her edge Hope Handlin of Union Catholic fin- out Westfield’s Kayla Azzaretto ished tied for fifth with 8.575 points (36.375 points) for the overall indi- in the event. vidual title. Cranford’s Erin Infante Azzaretto and Cranford’s Catherine (36.250) was third. Blowe shared first place in the Bal- “I was most proud of my floor exer- ance Beam with each posting identi- cise today,” said Iosso. “It was the cal scores of 9.30 in the event. highest score I’ve ever gotten in floor.” “I worked really hard on the beam,” Iosso, a junior, took first place in said Azzaretto, a junior. “I think it was the vault with a 9.40, followed by David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times my best event of the meet. The key for Blue Devil Nicole DiSpenza (9.20). FINISHING TOUCH...Blue Devil me came when I was able to stick my David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Raider Sami DiFabrizio finished third Kayla Azzaretto finishes her floor rou- back tuck.” GOING HEAD-TO-HEAD...Blue Devil co-captain Natalie Bond, No. 6, and Oak Knoll Royal Meagan O’Callahan, No. 33, (9.150) with Infante of Cranford in tine at the Cougar Invitational. CONTINUED ON PAGE 17 go head-to-head in the game at Gary Kehler Stadium on October 3. Westfield beat Oak Knoll, 4-2. COLDWELL BANKER& E XPERIENCE, TRUST, RELIABILITY S ERVICE OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, October 15th 1-3PM • 323 Park Street, Westfield

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By ALEX LOWE Alex and Michael Ferrara, along with Schack when Drew Patterson took a Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Zidan Abdella to midfield. With the pass from teammate Noah West in The upward trajectory continued goals and wins coming against less front of the goal and blasted a kick for the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High than top level opposition, the match into the back of the net for a 1-0 lead School boys soccer team with a come- against Cranford looked like a better in the sixth minute of action. from-behind, 2-1 win over Cranford indicator in determining just how The Raiders struggled for much of on October 3 at Memorial Field in much impact the moves will have the first half, unable to get the kind of Cranford. The Raiders scored on first- against quality teams. separation against the Cougar defense half goals by Ryan Widman in the Cranford came into the match with that they had exploited against other 35th minute to tie the game at 1-1 then a 5-3 record and owned a win over teams in their three-game win streak. went ahead with less than a minute to Summit, a team that defeated the Raid- Finally, the Raiders made the most of go before the half when a Cranford ers earlier in the year. The Cougars’ an opportunity in the 35th minute when defender deflected a ball towards his fast start was good enough to earn a Jonathan Koseoglu found Widman own goal that went off the hand of third seed in the Union County Tour- with a pass in front of the net that he goalkeeper Andrew Rojo and bounced nament behind top-seeded Westfield converted into the game-tying goal. off of the post and into the net. It was and second-seeded Elizabeth. So, the The two teams appeared destined a lucky break for the Raiders, exactly match against the Raiders could be to go into the break tied until a mis- the kind of break they were not getting looked at as a barometer for Cranford take by the Cougars led to a stunning when they lost six of their first seven as well to see if they were still ahead goal for the Raiders with just :32 on David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times games to start the season. of the surging Raiders in the Union the clock. A Cranford defender tried WHERE DO I GO NOW?...Raider Anthony Porter, No. 5, looks to elude the grasp of Cougar Dante Cassaro, No. 17, and to gain possession of a throw in but the oncoming Elijah Arroyo, No. 1, during the classic overtime game in Scotch Plains on October 7. the ball deflected off of the player and headed toward the Cougar goal. Rojo lunged back for the ball tipping it Raiders ‘Go for It’; Cougars Win 43-42 in OT away but it still managed to find the CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 post and carom into the net for a Raider goal. Just like that, Scotch Unlike in the game against Summit yards, also added a one-yard TD bash. a hole and I went on the ground and Plains-Fanwood had a 2-1 lead and when he was sacked 13 times, Heisey On the other hand, the Cougars stuck got into the end zone. All of them just as important, all the momentum received much better protection this to the ground 50 times and totaled were off tackle. Jack Kelly blocked it heading into the second half. time around. 296 yards. Running back Anthony up perfectly. It started from center. “It was just one of those things,” “Actually we lost two starting line- Araujo carried 18 times for 129 yards, Dylan Budnik blocked it up. Pat said Cranford Head Coach Greg men after last game, so we started including TD runs of one yard, four Blowe, Matthew Savino, Dan Campbell. “It was a deep throw in and Walter Thomas and Bobby Mount at yards and then four yards in the OT Wesslock and Jack Carroll all blocked our defender did the right thing in right and left tackles. DJ DeVore at period. Shriner had 18 yards on five up today.” trying to get it. The ball just took one center has come a long way. Alex carries, including an eight-yard TD. Quarterback Dan Curran, who car- of those bounces that favored the other Scott and Nick Smith at guard. They Mike Kalnins had a five-yard TD run. ried 17 times for 102 yards, com- team. It was discouraging for sure are getting better every single week On his TD, Araujo recalled, “The pleted eight of 14 pass attempts for because we had played a strong first and I am really proud of them,” Heisey first one, I remember leaping. I saw a 100 yards, including a 19-yard TD half. I think we had the opportunities expressed. guy on the ground, so I jumped in. strike to Josua Cadet (2 receptions, to take a big lead. We just did not The Raiders totaled only 59 yards The second one was off post. I saw 49 yards) and a two-point conver- finish them.” on the ground on 24 carries but Heisey the line blocking up perfectly and I sion. Araujo had two receptions for In the second half, the Raider de- had a one-yard TD push and Alex ran down the field, locked it up. The 18 yards. Sophomore Tommy fense dictated the action, while Oslio, who carried 12 times for 60 third one was in overtime. There was Korzeneski had two receptions for 39 Cranford struggled to make effective yards, including the two-point con- offensive runs as they had done early version. in the game. Neither team could get Blue Devils Boys Place 2nd, After a bungled punt gave them much going against the opposing good field position at their own 44, the Cougars marched 56 yards on Alex Lowe for The Westfield Leader and The Times goaltender. Schack had to leave the eight plays, ending with Kalnins’ five COMPETING FOR POSSESSION...Raider Benjamin Essenfeld, No. 6, and contest with 23 minutes remaining Girls Get 4th at Shore Invt’l Cougar Matt Ducusin, No. 23, compete for possession of the ball. when he took an elbow to the nose. He yard TD run with 5:25 left in the first would not return. But Cranford could The Westfield High School boys Devil Frosh to finish in the two-mile quarter. Ambrosio kicked the first of “We got a break at the end of the County pecking order. do little to take advantage of the op- varsity team finished second, while event with a time of 12:29, which was his five points after. As the kickoff first half with the own goal,” said Early in the contest, it certainly portunity. the Blue Devils girls varsity placed good enough to place 27th. Will specialist, Ambrosio would put four Raider Head Coach Tom Breznitsky. seemed that way. Cranford had a pair “We knew coming into the game fourth at the Shore Invitational cross- Fiorentino and Spencer Harding both into the end zone. “It kind of made up for the horrendous of golden opportunities to score in the that Scotch Plains was very good de- country meet at Holmdel Park on crossed at 13:13. Aidan Morrison fin- The Cougars’ defense held the Raid- mistake we made earlier in the half first few minutes but each time Dylan fensively,” said Campbell. “I felt like October 7. The Blue Devil JV boys ished in 13:32. ers to three-and-out and Shriner’s punt that led to the Cranford goal. So, yes, DePuy’s kicks were wide or high of we got a little passive in the second captured first in their meet, while the For the varsity girls, Mia Melao return put the ball on the Scotch Plains- we won the game but, no, I wasn’t the net. The Cougars broke through half. We did not do the things we had JV girls finished third. The Blue Dev- finished seventh with a personal Fanwood 38. A 30-yard completion happy with the overall performance against Raider goaltender Aaron been successful at in the first half and ils girls Frosh team took first, while record (PR) time of 20:09 and Emma to Josh Cadet was followed by the boys finished 12th. Jackler finished 19th with a PR 20:35. Shriner’s eight-yard TD run and today. Our play at midfield was not as PUBLIC NOTICE we allowed Scotch Plains to dictate good today as it had been in the previ- the action in the later stages. Scotch Matt Meusel crossed 10th for the Caroline Collins took 25th at 20:54, Ambrosio’s PAT for a 14-0 lead with ous three games that we won.” BOROUGH OF GARWOOD Plains is obviously building confi- varsity boys with a time of 17:03. Grace Morgan finished 29th at 21:05, 3:53 left of the quarter. The Raiders (5-6) had scored just ORDINANCE NO. 17-21 dence but I did not feel like we played Spencer Weigand finished 18th at Sarah Hacker finished 41st at 21:24, But the Raiders’ offense woke up. 17:17, while Johnathan Givelber took Lucy Gretsky was 48th at 21:40 and After Ambrosio’s kick into the end one goal in losing six of their first AFFORDABLE HOUSING ORDI- our best game and we were by no seven games. In their last three games NANCE means outmatched against them.” 20th at 17:18 and Ethan Belka crossed Caroline Stockwell was 55th at 22:13. zone, Heisey engineered a 13-play 21st at 17:19. Zach Spergel finished Paige Radice crossed seventh for scoring drive that ended with Oslislo’s however, all wins, Scotch Plains- AN ORDINANCE TO ENACT Schack recorded seven saves for Fanwood has erupted for 21 goals. ARTICLE XIV (AFFORDABLE the Raiders before being injured. Rojo 24th at 17:23, Stuart Pollock was the JV squad with a time of 22:25. Ava one-yard plunge into the end zone. The change in offensive output could HOUSING) IN CHAPTER 106 stopped nine shots for the Cougars. 26th at 17:28 and James McCutcheon Maurillo finished 22nd at 22:55, Jes- Heisey then connected with Laylor be directly linked to a switch (LAND USE) OF THE CODE Scotch Plains-Fanwood currently finished 56th at 18:05. sica Stern finished 23rd at 22:58 and for the two-point conversion and a OF THE BOROUGH OF Will Loggia was the first Blue Devil Abigail Frontero finished 25th at 14-8 score with 27 seconds left in the Breznitsky made in which he moved GARWOOD TO ADDRESS sits at the sixth seed in the Union THE REQUIREMENTS OF County Tournament. With an open- JV to cross with a second-placed time 23:02. Julia Burk took 27th at 23:06, quarter. PUBLIC NOTICE THE FAIR HOUSING ACT AND ing round, 13-0 blowout over Roselle of 17:33. Will McGlynn finished third Molly Mineo was 31st at 23:14 and Passing was the fare of the after- THE UNIFORM HOUSING BOROUGH OF GARWOOD Catholic, the Raiders were set to face at 17:41, Kevin Yucetepe was fourth at Julia Friss was 33rd at 23:20. Kahlia noon for Heisey but Shriner’s inter- AFFORDABILITY CONTROLS 17:48 and Aidan Kilbourn was sixth at Blenman was 41st at 23:50. ception cut a Raiders drive short but ORDINANCE NO. 17-22 (UHAC) REGARDING COM- the winner of a Union/Dayton match PLIANCE WITH THE 17:54. Zach Jacobson finished 11th at For the Frosh, Elizabeth Bielen their defense forced a Cougar punt to DEVELOPMENT FEE ORDINANCE in the next round. If the Raiders win BOROUGH’S AFFORDABLE that one then a rematch with Cranford 18:02, Cooper Brennan crossed 17th crossed seventh at 14:04, followed the SPF 30. Six straight pass plays AN ORDINANCE TO REPEAL HOUSING OBLIGATIONS at 18:10, Sean Melone finished 21st at directly by Maddie Learner at 14:05 resulted in a TD when Porter snagged EXISTING ARTICLE XIII (DE- would be on tap in the quarterfinals. SUMMARY 18:15 and Dan Scalia was 22nd at and Sammy Salz at 14:07. Mira Mehta Heisey’s 12-yard pass in the center of VELOPMENT FEES) AND TO In the meantime, Cranford will look ENACT A NEW ARTICLE XIII This summary is published in accor- to get back on track with games against 18:15. Alex Maurillo finished in 18:31, was 16th at 14:32, Natalia Vollaro the end zone with 1:25 left in the half. (DEVELOPMENT FEES) IN dance with N.J.S.A.40:49-2.1, this pro- Johnson and Summit on their agenda. Ronnie Melao finished in 18:34 and was 28th at 15:07 and Molly Stogner Max Toll’s point after gave the Raid- CHAPTER 106 (LAND USE) posed ordinance being in excess of six Jack Johnson finished in 18:44. finished 39th at 15:29. Jade Radice ers a 15-14 lead. During that drive it Sc Pl-Fanwood 2 0 2 OF THE CODE OF THE BOR- typed pages of ordinary print. Thomas Chen was the first Blue finished 53rd at 15:53. CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 OUGH OF GARWOOD In accordance with In the Matter of the Cranford 1 0 1 Adoption of N.J.A.C. 5:96 & 5:97 by the SUMMARY New Jersey Council on Affordable This summary is published in accor- Housing, 221 N.J. 1 (2015) (“Mount Lau- dance with N.J.S.A.40:49-2.1, this pro- rel IV”), the Code of the Borough of posed ordinance being in excess of six Garwood is being amended to include typed pages of ordinary print. provisions addressing Garwood’s consti- This ordinance establishes standards tutional obligation to provide for its fair for the collection, maintenance, and ex- share of low- and moderate-income hous- penditure of development fees pursuant to ing, as directed by the Superior Court and regulations of the Council on Affordable consistent with N.J.A.C. 5:93-1, et seq., as Housing (COAH) and in accordance with amended and supplemented, N.J.A.C. P.L.2008, c.46, Sections 8 and 32-38. Fees 5:80-26.1, et seq., as amended and supple- collected pursuant to this ordinance shall mented, and the New Jersey Fair Housing be used for the sole purpose of providing Act of 1985. This Ordinance implements low- and moderate-income housing. This and incorporates the adopted and en- ordinance shall be interpreted within the dorsed Housing Element and Fair Share framework of COAH’s prior round rules on Plan and addresses the requirements of development fees, codified at N.J.A.C. N.J.A.C. 5:93-1, et seq., as amended and 5:93-8. and P.L.2008, c.46, Section 8 (C. supplemented, N.J.A.C.5:80-26.1, et seq. 52:27D-329.2) and the Statewide Non- as amended and supplemented, and the Residential Development Fee Act (C. New Jersey Fair Housing Act of 1985 with 40:55D- 8.1 through 8.7). respect to affordable housing. A public hearing and further consider- A public hearing and further consideration of this proposed ordinance will take ation of this proposed ordinance will take place at the October 24, 2017 meeting of place at the October 24, 2017 meeting of the Mayor and Council, in Borough Hall, the Mayor and Council, in Borough Hall, 403 South Avenue, Garwood, New Jer- 403 South Avenue, Garwood, New Jer- sey, commencing at 7:15 p.m., or as soon sey, commencing at 7:15 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be reached. thereafter as the matter may be reached. At least three copies of the full proposed At least three copies of the full proposed ordinance will be on file for public exami- ordinance will be on file for public examination and acquisition at the office of the nation and acquisition at the office of the Municipal Clerk, Borough Hall, 403 South Municipal Clerk, Borough Hall, 403 South Avenue, Garwood, New Jersey, between Avenue, Garwood, New Jersey, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Cop- the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Cop- ies of the full ordinance will be available ies of the full ordinance will be available upon request. upon request. NOTICE NOTICE Notice is hereby given that Ordinance Notice is hereby given that Ordinance No. 17-22, was introduced and passed on No. 17-21, was introduced and passed on first reading at a meeting of the Borough first reading at a meeting of the Borough Council of the Borough of Garwood, in the Council of the Borough of Garwood, in the County of Union, State of New Jersey, held County of Union, State of New Jersey, held on the 26th, DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2017, on the 26th, DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2017, and that Ordinance No. 17-22, will be taken and that Ordinance No. 17-21, will be taken up for further consideration for final pas- up for further consideration for final passage at the meeting of said Borough Coun- sage at the meeting of said Borough Coun- cil to be held in the Council Chambers of cil to be held in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 403 South Avenue, the Municipal Building, 403 South Avenue, Garwood, New Jersey, on the 24th, DAY Garwood, New Jersey, on the 24th, DAY OF OCTOBER 2017, at 7:15 p.m., or as OF OCTOBER 2017, at 7:15 p.m., or as soon thereafter as said matter can be soon thereafter as said matter can be heard, at which time and place all persons heard, at which time and place all persons who may be interested therein will be given who may be interested therein will be given an opportunity to be heard concerning the an opportunity to be heard concerning the same. same. 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By BRUCE JOHNSON In 2nd Girls Soccer Showdown Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times

By ALEX LOWE It would be a story that repeated played in this rivalry, I’m sure I can’t Streaking – running through a pub- five games, this year’s total. That’s (2015, Scotch Plains) and Phil Mar- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times itself throughout the contest. Despite speak of it like some of the girls who lic place without wearing clothes, as a certainly less of a burden to carry than tini (2016, Watchung Hills). The Westfield High School girls having some great opportunities to have been here for four years but I can prank – was quite popular on college the state-best 30 games that it actually The 6-foot-1, 182-pound Shapiro soccer team scored a thrilling 1-0 score, the Raiders could not sneak tell you it is intense. If anything, I campuses in the early- to mid-1970s. is. It’s ironic that, as we deal with the is the first WHS sophomore to start at victory over rival Scotch Plains- one past Amman on this day. Scotch think today’s game was even more At WHS, streaking had a more ba- muggy Indian summer weather, the quarterback since 1985, when future Fanwood on October 7 at Kehler Sta- Plains-Fanwood had chance after intense than the first one we played sic meaning. It’s what the school’s current streak started in a snow storm NFL star Dave Brown, who also wore dium in Westfield. Senior Katie chance to score in the second half, against them this year. It feels great to athletic teams were doing quite often with a 6-0 overtime win over Plainfield No. 10, started the second game of Butler’s first half goal in the 35th including three corners, but Amman be able to come in and participate in at around that time – in their union Thanksgiving 2014. that season, an 8-0 loss to Kearny. minute proved to be the difference in was there each time to deny the Raider a great rivalry like this one and then forms, of course. This Saturday the Blue Devils will Classmate Rob Shovlin also played a game that was settled by the narrow- efforts. Amman had help too as the be able to help your team actually win In fact, more than four decades ago put their 30-game win streak on the some QB that year, filling in for jun- est of margins. The victory helped the Westfield defense was stellar in its the game.” ‘The Streak’ was the talk of the town. line against 3-2 Elizabeth in a 1 p.m. ior Todd Graf. Brown, of course, Blue Devils remain undefeated on the own right. Westfield, which coming into the There were many streaks to talk game at Rutgers. It’s part of a show- started the next two years, breaking season at 10-0 and marked their sec- One such example came in the 63rd season, had not beaten Scotch Plains- about in the fall of 1973. There were case event, also pitting Rumson-Fair many of Joe Monninger’s school ond victory of the year over the Raid- minute when Amman came out to Fanwood since 2011, now owns a the swimming team’s recent streak of Haven against St. John Vianney at 4 records, before going to Duke Uni- ers (8-2). challenge and found herself out of regular season series sweep of the 10 consecutive state championships p.m. and Red Bank Catholic vs. Long versity, where he continued his record “I had a great ball but I’m not certain position. Teammate Claire Prevoznak Raiders. To this point, Scotch Plains- from 1961-70, or its 18-year unbeaten Branch at 7 p.m. (Ironically, Long breaking. He was a No. 1 pick of the who sent it in to me,” said Butler of the got a foot on the ball, deflecting it Fanwood is undefeated against ev- streak against New Jersey public Branch and Fair Haven were my home New York Giants and played 10 years goal. “When I received it, I turned and away from Raider forward Kerri eryone else on their schedule this schools from 1957-74, or its then 16- towns from 1945 until 1959, when we in the NFL. saw that there was a lot of space be- McNeely, who tried in vain to chase season. and-counting streak of Union County moved to Westfield.) The defense has allowed just 34 tween me and the closest defender, so the ball down before it rolled out of “When you play a great rivalry game championships that wouldn’t end un- Historically, the Blue Devils are points in five games (last year’s gave I just sent the ball to the net.” bounds past the end line. Had like this one that is how it goes,” said up 58 points through five, including The ball glanced off of a Scotch McNeely gotten to the ball she would Westfield Head Coach Alex Schmidt. one shutout). Plains-Fanwood player, changing it’s simply have had to tap it into an “It is rarely, if ever a high scoring THIS AND THAT trajectory and launching it over the empty net for the tying goal. game, and it is usually a one goal While we were “away,” a couple of outstretched hands of Raider goal- “This was an exceptional game for affair. I’m so proud of Caitlin today. things happened that deserve a men- keeper Maya Kessler for a 1-0 me because of my defense in front of She had a lot of pressure on her com- tion. Westfield lead. It was a goal that me,” said Amman. “They were there ing into the season taking over for Liz The WHS girls and boys soccer seemed long overdue in an exciting to support me and they kept a lot of Brucia, who is a freshman at the Uni- teams posted 1-0 victories over first half, which saw both teams with shots from ever being taken.” versity of Georgia. Some of that was archrival Scotch Plains-Fanwood on ample opportunities to score. Some Scotch Plains-Fanwood fought to self-imposed pressure but she really Sept. 9 and Sept. 16, respectively. spectacular goalkeeping by both Blue the bitter end and during a frantic, has come up big for us. As far as Ironically, the goals were scored by Devil Caitlin Amman and Raider final 30 seconds of play, the Raiders Scotch Plains goes, they are just a senior Jack and sophomore Faith Kessler had kept the game scoreless got yet another golden opportunity to really great program over there and it Dobosiewicz. They are the children until that point. tie the game. As the clock ticked down is very possible that we could meet of the late youth soccer/basketball Amman’s effort was truly extraor- under 10 seconds, the Raiders tried to them again in the County and States coach John Dobosiewicz, i.e., “Coach dinary on this day. The junior keeper get a long lob kick from midfield over and it will be just as tough to beat Dobo,” who passed away in August turned away six shots and all of them the Westfield defense. The attempt them there.” 2013 at the age of 48. (The girls repeated that 1-0 win this came off of great chances for the worked perfectly as the ball bounced Sc Pl-Fanwood 0 0 0 Raiders. One first-half save had fans in behind a drawn up Blue Devil Westfield 1 0 1 past Saturday, while Part 2 for the and coaches buzzing. defense. DiLollo made a charge for boys is this afternoon at SP-F.) With the game still scoreless mid- the ball as it arced into the air. Soccer Blue Devils Top The WHS volleyball team notched way through the first half, Scotch In a major gamble, Amman charged Football coach Gary Kehler instructs Bob Urciouli (right) on a blocking technique a huge pre-tournament season win Plains-Fanwood senior Sabrina out from the net towards the ball just Hilltopper Girls, 3-1 as Jon Gordon listens during a 1966 practice session. Urciouli passed away last over Union Catholic, the county’s DiLollo got the ball in great position as DiLollo raced in from the opposite Two days after stopping Oak Knoll, week. dominant team recently. behind the Blue Devil defense and direction. Amman got there a split the Westfield High School girls soc- IN PASSING delivered a hard kick from about six second ahead of DiLollo, securing cer team topped Summit, 3-1, in Sum- til 1999 after 42 consecutive years; just 18-29-2 against Elizabeth in an Jeff Gilbert (’61), a long-time fol- yards out high and to the left shoulder the ball as the players nearly collided. mit on October 5. Co-captain Grace and there was the track team’s 53- off-and-on series that started in 1898 lower of WHS sports, especially foot- of Amman. With lightning quick re- Once again, had Scotch Plains- Elliott netted a pair of goals and Faith meet streak from 1969-74 or the wres- – 119 years ago. The Minutemen are ball and wrestling, passed away on flexes, Amman stabbed at the ball and Fanwood managed to gain posses- Dobosiewicz added a goal and an tling team’s 27-match unbeaten streak one of only four teams that WHS has Aug. 13 after a long battle with inter- yanked it out of the air, preventing sion of the ball, there was an empty assist, while Melina McDevitt had an from 1972-74. faced 20 or more times and has a stitial pneumonia. He was 74. A former what would have been the go-ahead net awaiting. Instead, the clock quickly assist. Hilltopper Anna Turk scored But this was Westfield, and foot- losing record. The others are Union jayvee wrestler under Gary Kehler, goal for the Raiders. ticked down to zero and Westfield on an assist from Kelsey Space. Caitlin ball was the default language. (WHS trails 27-29), North Plainfield, he coached the Bears for many years “That first stop was just pure reac- had its second win of the season over Amman made seven saves for From October 1968 through Octo- 8-14-5, and West Orange, 8-15. Those in the Boys Football League. tion,” said Amman. “The area in front the Raiders. Westfield and Catherine Maloney ber 1973 – almost six full seasons – last two were on the schedule back in Joe Wheatley (Holy Trinity, ’59), of the net was crowded so it came at “This is just an awesome experi- made 12 for Summit. coach Gary Kehler’s football teams the 1940s and ’50s. passed away on Sept. 21 at age 75 in me pretty quickly. I just reached for it ence,” said Butler, a senior transfer Westfield 1 2 3 played 48 games and did not lose any, Every opponent on the schedule is Florida. We’ll have more on Joe in a and came away with it.” from Mt. St. Mary’s. “Not having Summit 0 1 1 winning 46 and tying two. Included in capable of being the streak-stopper. later Den, but suffice it to say that that streak was an all-winning streak But don’t forget that WHS has the “The Mailman” was a living legend to of 36 games, a school record for foot- talent and depth that will keep it “in” kids growing up in Westfield from the ball. Overall, the six football seasons every game. late 1960s into the late 2000s. from 1968-73 had a combined record Just enjoy the ride. Like most of 49-3-2. Westfielders of a certain age, I think Game No. 48, on Oct. 27, 1973 – in back on that 48-game unbeaten streak those pristine days before Catholic as a magical time, just like the current schools took over the state – was an streak. Except back then I was a 27- all-time classic: No. 1-ranked year-old up-and-coming sports writer, Westfield at No. 2 Nutley before a now I’m a 71-year-old recently-laid- roaring Saturday afternoon crowd in off sports copy editor. that town’s legendary Oval. It ended Oh, on Nov. 3, 1973, ‘The Streak’ up 0-0 (no overtimes back then), but ended in Montclair. Following that it was a spectacular 0-0! Just the final 20-15 loss, the Westfield players got five minutes included a goal-line stand a long standing ovation from their and two interceptions by WHS, and a appreciative fans, and then won the last-second 46-yard field goal try by last two games of that ’73 season by a WHS’s Glen Kehler. combined, and truly devilish, 66-6 Current head coach Jim DeSarno margin. Unbeaten teams followed in has taken a wise approach, consider- 1974, 1976 and 1977. ing the team’s current “streak” to be Life went on. FOOTBALL UPDATE Tim Alliegro’s debut as a WHS Probitas Verus Honos running back was a little delayed. As a ninth-grader he attended Don Bosco Jeff Gilbert, former WHS athlete and longtime follower, passed away on Aug. Soccer Cougars Down Prep in Bergen County before trans- 13. Here he celebrates his 74th birthday. ferring “back home.” But he was in- ALJ Crusaders, 4-1 eligible for football, although he was Bob Urciouli (’67), the starting Mike Carracino netted a goal and a varsity wrestler and weight man in track. In his first five games this fall center on the 1966 WHS football an assist to lead the Cranford High team (he snapped the ball to a junior School boys soccer team past the AL Alliegro has 572 yards on 106 carries with six touchdowns. The sophomore QB named Bob Brewster) and a local Johnson Crusaders in Cranford on chiropractor, passed away on Sept. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times October 5. James Coleman, Matt set a school record with 42 carries ATTEMPTING TO GET THE QUARTERBACK...Raider linebacker/co-captain Alex Oslislo, No. 24, tries to grab Cougar against Ridge. 21 at age 67. Bob’s daughter Natalie Ducusin and Pierre LeDorze each (’94) was the first girl to play varsity quarterback Dan Curran, No. 5, during the overtime classic game in Scotch Plains on October 7. scored once for the Cougars, while Fellow sophomore Hank Shapiro tied the school record with four touch- ice hockey in New Jersey, a starting Matt Medeiros, Derek Kallensee and defenseman when WHS started its Dylan DePuy each added an assist. down passes against Watchung Hills on Sept. 28. And it could have been varsity program in 1995. She also Raiders ‘Go for It’; Cougars Win 43-42 in OT Andrew Kehrie made 10 saves for the went to the prom with current WHS Crusaders, while Andrew Rojo made six; a penalty and a dropped pass cost CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 him two others. Shapiro is the eighth lacrosse assistant coach Boomer five saves and Gavin Kellett made Wertheimer. appeared that Cougar defensive back back into Heisey’s hands. After an as a program. Unfortunately it doesn’t two for the Cougars. Blue Devil to turn the trick, first done Elijah Arroyo made an interception eight-yard pass to Laylor, Sanders show on our record,” Heisey said. in 1948 by Hall of Famer Sam Mitchell Mary Jo Byrne (Armstrong) (’70) AL Johnson 0 1 1 passed away on Oct. 1 in Lawrence, at but an interference penalty put the made his circus catch and sped to the “I really thought we won states Cranford 2 2 4 against Union. The others are Bud ball back into the Raiders’ hands. end zone to complete a 52-yard play after this game. I was ready to break Mueller (1961 vs. Hillside), Hall of age 64. She was part of the legendary The Raiders extended their lead to and to tie the score at 36. out in tears. I fought so hard. My body PUBLIC NOTICE Famer Joe Monninger (1970, Hill- Virginia Street family that included 22-14 when Heisey connected with “All I can say is that when you want is ready to shut down right now,” side), Dan Kerr (2010, Rahway), Chris Tom, Fred, Paul, Mary Jo, Bob, TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD Monica, Terri, John, Eileen and Billy. Laylor in the left end zone for a 24- it bad enough, you are going to get it. Arroyo expressed. ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Hogge (2013, Ridge), Zach Kelly yard TD. The Cougars immediately That was a moment that I really keyed The Devil’s Den will appear from Cranford 14 0 15 7 7 43 In accordance with the ordinances of the time to time in The Westfield Leader. answered with an eight-play, 65-yard in on myself and I told myself that this Sc Pl-Fnwd 8 7 7 14 6 42 Township of Cranford, and the statutes of PUBLIC NOTICE scoring drive that included the State of New Jersey, Notice is hereby is for the team,” Sanders explained. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS served upon you that an application for Korzeneski’s spectacular 36-yard “I’m hungry for the next game.” PUBLIC NOTICE ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT PUBLIC NOTICE catch and Cadet’s 12-yard TD recep- development, Application No. ZBA-17-023 Cranford used four running plays BOROUGH OF GARWOOD to be located in Zone: R-3, on the premises PLEASE BE ADVISED that at the Zon- BOROUGH OF GARWOOD tion with 6:03 remaining in the third to score in overtime when Araujo known as 14 West Holly Street Cranford, ing Board of Adjustment meeting of the POLICE DEPARTMENT ORDINANCE NO. 17-20 quarter. Curran completed the two- went off-tackle again for four yards. New Jersey 07016, Block No. 176, Lot No. Township of Scotch Plains held on Octo- MISCELLANEOUS PROPERTY AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZ- 12, has been submitted by: Conrad Brink ber 5, 2017, the Board memorialized the point conversion to Korzeneski to tie Ambrosio nailed the point after for a Take Notice that pursuant to Resolution ING THE RENOVATIONS/RE- of 14 West Holly Street, Cranford, New following Resolutions: the score. 17-182, adopted by the Council of the 43-36 lead. The Raiders’ chances were MODEL TO AREAS IN THE Jersey 07016. Jinal & Marina Shah, 2 Kevin Road, Borough of Garwood, New Jersey on Oc- An 11-yard sack of Heisey by Cou- in jeopardy when Heisey’s pass at- OFFICES OF THE GARWOOD The proposed development involves and Block 15302, Lot 9, were approved to tober 10, 2017, the Chief of the Garwood gar linebacker Chris Giuditta and line- POLICE DEPARTMENT AND requires the granting of relief from the tempt was jarred by Cougar Jim Joyce install a 6 foot fence along the aforemen- Police Department is authorized and di- ADMINISTRATION DEPART- following requirements of the ordinance so man Rob Schork convinced the Raid- resulting in a third down at the 28 but tioned property. rected to dispose of property that the un- MENT TO CREATE OFFICE as to permit: Lot Coverage 136-31A7, ers to punt. Cranford took over at its dersigned will expose for sale on the fol- Heisey threw a strike to Stewart for SPACE AND FILE STORAGE Maximum allowed 38% / 2,850 square T-Mobile Northeast LLC, 1551 Cooper lowing website, www.municibid.com start- 33 and with the help of Araujo’s 47- the TD. The Raiders gambled but the AREAS AND THE PURCHASE feet, Proposed 40.2% / 3,016 square feet Road, Block 12001, Lot 18, was approved ing on October 25, 2017. Property owners yard breakaway run to the Raider OF OFFICE EQUIPMENT IN- and any additional relief that may be re- to install six (6) wireless communications Cougar center line made the game- or their whereabouts are unknown and CLUDING FURNITURE AND quired from the board. antennas on an existing transmission eight, followed by Anthony winning stuff. cannot be ascertained. Any individual, FILE CABINETS FOR THE The Zoning Board will conduct a public tower, construct a 784.8 square feet gravel DeCostello’s seven-yard run, the Cou- who feels that their property may be in “We knew they were going to be USE IN AND BY THE hearing on this matter on November 6, equipment compound at the base of the possession of the Garwood Police Depart- gars took a 29-22 lead when Araujo gunning it down the field the whole GARWOOD POLICE DE- 2017 at 8:15 p.m. in Room 107 of the tower, as well as place ancillary equipment ment, must bring proof of ownership to the launched himself over the pile for a PARTMENT AND ADMINIS- Cranford Township Municipal Building, 8 at ground level. game. We had to adjust a little bit, try Garwood Police Department, by October TRATION DEPARTMENT Springfield Avenue, Cranford, New Jer- one-yard TD with 2:03 left in the and move our guys back. Once they T-Mobile Northeast LLC and Horvath 24, 2017. AND APPROPRIATING THE sey. Any person or persons affected by third. Towers V, LLC, 1985 Route 22, Block All property offered is strictly “as is” con- pounded the ball against us, we had to SUM OF THIRTY THOUSAND this application will have an opportunity to 1901, Lot 4.02, application to install a 130 dition, with no representation as to condi- In a span of five minutes, Heisey adjust. I just got to do what I was DOLLARS FROM THE CAPI- present any objections to the proposed feet monopole, as amended to a 105 feet tion or fitness for any particular purpose. and the Raiders moved the ball from TAL IMPROVEMENT FUND development. The Board does, however, coached to do. I had to come out and monopole, with two 9 feet lightning rods Purchase must be made by certified TO FINANCE THE COST have the right to exclude repetitious testi- their own 20 to the Cranford end zone do what they said and it worked,” attached, with nine (9) wireless communi- check or money order payable to the Bor- THEREOF. mony. in 12 plays, including eight in the air, cations antennas and a GPS antenna at ough of Garwood within seven (7) days. Arroyo explained. All documents relating to this application STATEMENT the base, and with a 10 feet x 20 feet Property is available for viewing on when Heisey sneaked in from the one “I didn’t want to have the game go may be inspected by the public Monday concrete pad at the base of the pole, with www.municibid.com starting October 25, to knot the score. Seven plays later, TAKE NOTICE THAT ORDINANCE NO. through Friday between the hours of 8:00 to overtime. I wanted to drive it down three (3) equipment cabinets was denied. 2017. 17-20, WAS PASSED ON THE FINAL a.m. and 4:00 p.m. in the Planning/Zoning the Cougars took seven plays to march get the win. But it is what it is and they Winner of bid is responsible for picking READING AFTER PUBLIC HEARING AT Department, Cranford Township Munici- A copy of said Resolutions has been 66 yards, ending with Araujo’s four- up property at the Borough of Garwood did a good job of stopping Cooper,” A MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND COUN- pal Building, 8 Springfield Avenue, filed in the office of the Board and/or the Police Department or pre-pay all shipping yard off-tackle slant for the TD. Araujo said. CIL OF THE BOROUGH OF GARWOOD Cranford, New Jersey. office of the municipal clerk and is avail- costs. Arroyo’s bat down of Heisey’s pass ON, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2017 Applicant: able for public inspection during regular “I don’t think we were a team at the All sales are final. on fourth down gave the ball back to beginning but we have come a long ATTEST: Conrad Brink business hours. the Cougars but Laylor, playing line- Christina Ariemma 14 West Holly Street Shannon Rapant Christina M. Ariemma, RMC way. I mean 35 points last week’s game, Municipal Clerk Cranford, New Jersey 07016 Secretary to the Zoning Board Borough Administrator/Municipal Clerk backer, did the same to put the ball 42 this game. We are definitely growing 1 T - 10/12/17, The Leader Fee: $31.62 1 T - 10/12/17, The Leader Fee: $37.23 1 T - 10/12/17, The Times Fee: $33.66 1 T - 10/12/17, The Leader Fee: $31.62 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 12, 2017 Page 15

Blue Devils Edge Farmers in Grid Struggle, 7-6 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 to stop them in the end,” Dayon said. because I play with a chip on my Norris became his receiver of choice “Probably we were outplayed to- shoulder. Going in there, I knew they with four grabs for 48 yards. Alliegro night but our defense held it when were going to target me with me being had an 11-yard reception and Colin they had to. We got the first down at a smaller guy but it’s heart over Freer had a nine-yard reception. the end. We hardly had the ball late in height,” Dayon expressed. “The Union linemen were shifting the second half. If we ran 10 plays in The Farmer defense also stepped all over the place. It was tough to the second half, I would be surprised. up and held the Blue Devils to just 83 block them but all our linemen did a Union made this game 7-6 but our rushing yards on 23 carries. Running good job of picking up the pressure. It defense stepped up at the end,” Blue back Tim Alliegro carried 18 times was really tough but all that matters is Devil Head Coach Jim DeSarno said. for 71 yards and Juandre House car- we came out with it in the end. Our Despite his height being listed at ried four times for 11 yards, while defense played unbelievable,” 5’7", Dayon also batted down one of sophomore quarterback Hank Shapiro Shapiro said. Sanborn’s pass attempts late in the carried once for no gain. After Westfield’s second series first half. Shapiro did complete seven of 12 ended in a punt, Barden put the ball “My motto is ‘heart over height’. I pass attempts for 74 yards, which back into his team’s hands when he got my mom’s genes on my height but included a six-yard touchdown strike recovered a fumble by the Union re- that doesn’t matter to me. It’s what to Stevie Barden on their third offen- turn man at the Farmers’ 40. Five your heart is. I don’t view my height sive series and an interception by straight runs by Alliegro gave the as a disadvantage. I take pride in it Lucien on their first series. Tommy CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 more photos at goleader.com more photos at goleader.com Ballhoo Sports Ballhoo Sports David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times TAKING A SHOT AT THE GOAL...Blue Devil co-captain Megan Webber, No. 13, takes a shot at the Governor Livingston goal during the Union County Tournament game at Gary Kehler Stadium on October 4. GL won in a shootout. WEBBER PRESSURES, STEWART HITS IN SHOOT OUT Highlanders Sting Blue Devils In UCT Field Hockey Shootout

By DAVID B. CORBIN time periods, only to come up short in especially Megan, bringing the ball Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times a 2-1 shootout. up the right side of the field and trying Won all the battles but lost the war! With one brief exception when to make things happen,” Blue Devil That scenario played out to the fullest Highlander Marissa Iossa penetrated Head Coach Caitlin MacDonald said. at Gary Kehler Stadium in Westfield Westfield territory and pressured goal- “I think that we as a team have been on October 4 when the sixth-seeded keeper Colleen O’Connor, The Blue working a lot harder on keeping our Westfield High School field hockey Devils ruled the midfield in the first pace up. I think today we definitely team hosted the seventh-seeded Gov- half by intercepting any balls heading did that and we worked our butt off ernor Livingston Highlanders in the their way then quickly crossing it pri- trying to get up the field as much as first round of the Union County Tour- marily up the right side to co-captain possible. As a team, we did really well nament. With the exception of the Megan Webber, who would in turn keeping it on their defending side. We first 10 minutes of the second half, the terrorize GL turf. just didn’t end up getting it in the cage Blue Devils maintained constant pres- “I felt like we did a really good job but we did everything we could to Charles Mulrooney for The Westfield Leader and The Times sure on the Highlanders’ goal area of possessing the ball. And I think the keeping it down there,” Webber said. TOUCHDOWN IN THE END ZONE...Blue Devil Stevie Barden, No. 1, grabbed quarterback Hank Shapiro’s pass early in throughout a scoreless regulation possession time was clearly in our Hannah Jepsen, Maggie Maguire, the second quarter for the touchdown. The Blue Devils eked out a 7-6 victory at Union on October 6. struggle and, especially both over- favor today. We did a really nice job, CONTINUED ON PAGE 16

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David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times GETTING A GOOD BLOCK...Blue Devil running back Tim Alliegro, No. 30, gets a good block from lineman Jordan Barham, No. 61, in the game against the Union Farmers in Union on October 6. Alliegro made a key first down late in the fourth quarter to seal the 7-6 victory for Westfield. Blue Devils Edge Farmers in Grid Struggle, 7-6 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15 Blue Devils a fourth down at the the end of the game,” Shapiro said. keep winning games,” Coach Union six. Barden lined up on the left “It’s the brotherhood that we DeSarno warned. side and cut sharply to the center bonded together. We know we can The Blue Devils’ next challenge where Shapiro connected for the trust the offense. We have their backs. will be against Elizabeth at Rutgers touchdown with 11:54 left in the half. They got our backs even though they University on October 14 at 1 p.m. Aidan Boland kicked the point after, [Farmers] put up those late points. “It’s going to be awesome. Tough which would eventually provide the We needed them to get the first down, week of practice. We got to get back winning margin. which was very helpful, and they put into the swing of things. It will be Time was running down in the half the game away. We trust one another,” really fun playing in a big stage,” but Sanborn engineered a 10-play (8 Dayon said. Shapiro said. passes), 60-yard scoring drive that “We didn’t run it great. We didn’t “It’s going to be exciting,” Coach ended with “zero” on the clock when throw it well. Their defense did a DeSarno expressed. Martin caught a four-yard pass in the great job on us. We got to get better Westfield 0 7 0 0 7 right corner of the end zone. The there if we expect to keep doing this, Union 0 6 0 0 6 point after attempt failed. The Blue Devils had few opportunities to run offensive plays in the SPF PAL A Team Battles second half but Sanborn and the Farm- ers had multiple opportunities and each time the Westfield defense held, To 0-0 Tie with Richmond especially within the final minute A scoreless tie with rival Richmond Thomas Reilly, Paul Boyle, Vance when Dayon’s forcing Sanborn out of Boro on the A level highlighted a Sun- Slack and Liam Skiff. Chase Herb led bounds eventually allowed Westfield day of Scotch Plains-Fanwood PAL the fourth grade Raiders defense in David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times to take over at its 46. But in order to SCRAMBLING FOR POSSESSION...The Governor Livingston Highlanders and the Blue Devils scramble for possession football on October 8 at Scotch Plains pitching the shutout. of the ball during the Union County Tournament game at Gary Kehler Stadium on October 4. GL won in a shootout. run out the clock, a first down was Fanwood High School’s Tyson Field. In other action, the SPF C team fell needed. Alliegro ran for five yards, The eighth grade SPF Raiders and to Richmond, 27-12, and the SPF D four yards and finally for three yards the visitor from New York engaged in team was handed a 20-6 loss by of Jepsen-to-Webber combinations. And sometimes that happens. A lot of West Essex on October 5, the Blue to get the first down then Shapiro a physical game that resulted in a 0-0 Chatham. The C team sixth grade However, despite repeated attacks at credit goes to GL. They played a heck Devils would return to conference took a knee. tie. The Raider defense was anchored Raiders were led by Anthony Romano the GL cage, the scoreless tie shifted of a game. They kept that ball out of play this week. “It’s tough when [No.] 2 [Martin] by TJ Tibbals and Omar Casimiro. and Mackenzie Virgil, while the to overtime. the goal. Although they didn’t have as “Next week we restart again with is running down the field catching a Michael Judge also came through with Raider D team fifth graders received “They did a great job of stopping us many offensive opportunities, they conference play. I told them they are vertical then he’s pitching up a ten. a crucial tackle in the secondary late solid contributions from Cooper up and crowding inside the 25. They did exactly what they needed to do in clearly upset but the thing is now they Everything they threw to him, he in the game to help preserve the tie for Stahley and Jake Fezza. put a lot of players behind that 25- the game. They wore us down,” Coach know they don’t want to feel this way caught. They had a great game plan the Raiders. The offensive line for Three of the four Raider teams will yard line, which made it difficult for MacDonald said. again. They are going to find a way to for us and we made the key stops at SPF did a solid job of protection for hit the road for a rare Saturday game finish the rest of the year,” Coach the end of the game,” Coach DeSarno QB Ben Root and helped back An- this October 14 against Somerville. MacDonald said. said. thony Robinson gain yardage. All of the games will be held at the Westfield PAL ‘A’ Muzzles Gov. Liv 0 0 0 0 (1) 1 “We had Jordan Barham, Isaac The SPF E team graders posted the Torpey Complex in Bridgewater. The Westfield 0 0 0 0 (2) 2 Montez, Jack McCauley, Fran most impressive result of the day when E team will start the schedule at 4 Alliegro and DeClan McCauley. And the Raiders cruised to a 32-0 victory p.m., followed by the D team at 5:30 Sparta Bear Grid Kids, 24-6 Raiders Rap Dayton they do a great job week in an week over Kenilworth. The Raiders up front p.m. and the C team at 7 p.m. out. I knew my offensive line could on the offensive line were the stars of The Scotch Plains-Fanwood A team The Westfield PAL Football A Team up six points on Sparta’s opening In UCT Soccer, 3-0 make the push on that so we could get defeated the visiting Sparta Bears, drive, but then settled in to its usual this game. That unit was made up of plays at Springfield on Sunday, Octo- The sleeping giant has awakened the 10 yards in order to beat Union at Thomas Dowling, John Robinson, ber 15, at 1:30 p.m. 24-6, on October 8 at Kehler Stadium stingy posture. in Westfield. The win moved the Blue “Sparta had some good offensive and arisen with emphasis as the sixth- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Devils’ record to 5-0 on the year. weapons and a nice passing game,” seeded Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School boys soccer team claimed its BOROUGH OF GARWOOD C. The purpose of the zone is to provide towards the number of stories permitted. Quarterback Sean Czarnecki paced noted defensive coordinator Scott a realistic opportunity to address the J. Landscape standards: an offensive attack that overcame two Selert. “We were forced to make some sixth-straight win with a 3-0 silencing ORDINANCE NO. 17-23 Borough’s unmet affordable housing need 1. A landscape plan prepared by a li- of the 11th-seeded Dayton Bulldogs obligation. censed Landscape Architect, licensed by turnovers due to the bruising running in-game adjustments, and our front GARWOOD MALL OVERLAY ZONE attack of Jalen Wade and James four stepped up with some big plays.” in the first round of the Union County ORDINANCE D. The following are the principal permit- the New Jersey State Board of Architects, Tournament in Scotch Plains on Oc- ted uses; or other qualified individual shall be sub- Csorba and some timely receptions Selert highlighted the play of DT’s AN ORDINANCE TO ENACT § 1. Multi-Family residential uses, where a mitted as part of any development plan. tober 7. 106-98.5 (GARWOOD MALL by Csorba and Trey Constantinou. Nick Schoen and Jack Price, and LBs 15% affordable residential rental compo- The plan shall include detailed construc- “We were a bit short-handed on Malachi Mercer and Mark Gialluisi Zidan Abdella netted a pair of goals OVERLAY ZONE) IN ARTICLE nent set-aside or a 20% affordable for sale tion drawings for all site landscaping, com- and co-captain Brogan Quigley scored VIII (ZONE REGULATIONS) IN component set-aside, is provided in accor- mon areas, recreation areas and all street offense today,” noted Head Coach for the aggressive play up front. Price CHAPTER 106 (LAND USE) dance with the applicable Borough Ordi- frontage improvements including but not Peter Gialluisi, referring injuries to also blocked a punt deep in Sparta the other, while Alex and Mike Ferrara OF THE CODE OF THE BOR- nances. limited to street trees, ornamental lighting each added an assist for the 7-6 Raid- OUGH OF GARWOOD TO several of his offensive weapons. “But territory that resulted in a Westfield 2. Existing permitted uses, permitted by and brick paver walkways. we have great depth at the skill posi- touchdown on the very next play. ers. Raider goalkeeper Aaron Schack PROVIDE DISTRICT REGU- the underlying zone, are not modified or 2. A minimum planted buffer of not less made two saves and Dayton keeper LATIONS FOR AN OVERLAY affected by the establishment of this over- than fifteen (15) feet shall be established tions, and our ability to reload the gun Next up for Westfield is Cranford, ZONE AND TO ADDRESS lay zone. and maintained around the perimeter of is terrific,” added Gialluisi. on Sunday, October 15, at 1:30 p.m. Will Hodic made 10 saves. COMPLIANCE WITH THE 3. Development of the site in the Garwood the tract developed pursuant to this sec- On defense, the Blue Devils gave in Cranford. Jonathan Dayton 0 0 0 BOROUGH’S AFFORDABLE Mall Overlay Zone is permitted for either a tion. This perimeter buffer shall be planted Sc Pl-Fanwood 2 1 3 HOUSING OBLIGATIONS permitted use authorized pursuant to the with a dense grouping of landscape mate- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE WHEREAS, in accordance with In the underlying zone or in the alternative, a use rials which may include fencing, decora- PUBLC NOTICE Matter of the Adoption of N.J.A.C. 5:96 permitted in the overlay zone, but not both. tive walls and berms. Site driveways, with SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY sold on 6/3/2013, dated 6/10/2013, and & 5:97 by the New Jersey Council on E. The affordable housing component or without sidewalk(s) connecting the pub- CHANCERY DIVISION BOROUGH OF GARWOOD shall be compliant with Article XIV (Afford- lic street to the site, are permitted to pierce UNION COUNTY was recorded on 6/20/2013 in Book 13602 ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Affordable Housing, 221 N.J. 1 (2015) at Page 781, made by PAUL M. LESNIAK, (“Mount Laurel IV”), the Borough of able Housing) of this Chapter. this required buffer, as are underground DOCKET NO. F-014249-17 Collector of Taxes of ELIZABETH, and NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Garwood filed an action for declaratory F. All conditional uses permitted in the utility and drainage connections. FILE NO. 23842-17 underlying zone in this zone shall continue 3. All portions of the property not utilized State of New Jersey to ACE PLUS LLC In accordance with the ordinances of the judgment requesting that the Court de- NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANT and subsequently assigned to plaintiff, ACE clare that Garwood has complied with its to be conditional uses. by buildings or paved surfaces shall be Borough of Garwood, and the statutes of PLUS LLC. This covers real estate located constitutional obligation to provide a real- G. Permitted accessory structures, build- landscaped utilizing a variety of landscape (L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: the State of New Jersey, Notice is hereby ings and uses: material, including but not limited to land- ALBERTO FREIRE, HIS in ELIZABETH, County of UNION, and served upon you that an application for istic opportunity for the development of State of New Jersey, known as LOT 410 C housing that is affordable to low- and mod- 1. All accessory uses permitted in the scaped fencing, shrubbery, lawn area, HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PER- development (No.: PB17-7) to be located 9A BLOCK 8 as shown on the Tax Assess- erate-income families and individuals; and underlying zones. ground cover, and trees. The use of conif- SONAL REPRESENTATIVES in an R-A zone on the premises known as 2. Private residential garages and off erous and/or deciduous trees native to the AND HIS, HER, THEIR OR ANY ment Map and Tax Map duplicate of ELIZA- block number 101, lot number 2, with an WHEREAS, in order to carry out such BETH and concerns premises commonly Constitutional obligation, the Code of the street parking. Stand alone structured area shall be used to lessen the visual OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN addresss of 550 4th Avenue, Garwood, known as 461-475 CATHERINE STREET, Borough of Garwood is to be amended to parking decks are prohibited. impact for the structures and paved areas. RIGHT, TITLE AND INTER- New Jersey 07027 has been submitted by 3. Loading areas. 4. Landscaping shall be designed to EST; RICHARD M. FREIRE; ELIZABETH, New Jersey. David and Rose Conceicao, Applicants, include provisions addressing Garwood’s YOU, ALBERTO FREIRE, HIS HEIRS, constitutional obligation to provide for its 4. Leasing office. create a complete integration of the vari- MRS. RICHARD M. FREIRE, 101 Pacific Street, Newark, New Jersey DEVISEES AND PERSONAL REPRE- fair share of low- and moderate-income 5. Streetscape improvements. ous elements of site design. WIFE OF RICHARD M. 07105. 6. Fences in accordance with the appli- K. An indoor trash and recycling area for FREIRE; HAMILTON GAR- SENTATIVES AND HIS, HER, THEIR OR The development is located within 200 housing, as directed by the Superior Court ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, and consistent with N.J.A.C. 5:93-1, et cable Borough Ordinances. the collection and storage of generated DENS CONDOMINIUM ASSO- feet of the property owned by you and TITLE AND INTEREST and RICHARD M. seq., as amended and supplemented, 7. Signage shall be subject to the re- trash and recyclable materials shall be CIATION; involves the expansion of non-conformity quirements of the applicable Borough Or- provided within the building. FREIRE, are made party defendant to the for a two family house, through the cre- N.J.A.C. 5:80-26.1, et seq., as amended YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND dinances. SECTION 2. All ordinances or parts of above foreclosure action because you are ation of off street parking in the basement and supplemented, and the New Jersey REQUIRED to serve upon PELLEGRINO 8. Other customary accessory uses and ordinances inconsistent herewith are the owner of a property which is the subject of the residence, as well as alteration of the Fair Housing Act of 1985; and AND FELDSTEIN, LLC, plaintiff’s attor- structures such as, but not limited to a club hereby repealed to the extent of such of the above entitled action. facade and front of the structure. The de- WHEREAS, this Ordinance is intended neys, whose address is 290 Route 46 room, fitness areas and swimming pools inconsistency. YOU, MRS. RICHARD M. FREIRE, WIFE velopment requires the granting of relief to partially address the Borough’s afford- West, Denville, New Jersey, an Answer to for the private use and enjoyment of resi- SECTION 3. If any portion of this ordi- OF RICHARD M. FREIRE, are made party from zone requirements: able housing obligations; and the Complaint filed in a Civil Action, in dents and their guests. nance shall be determined to be invalid, defendant to the above foreclosure action 1. Minimum lot width WHEREAS, the Garwood Borough Plan- which ACE PLUS LLC is the plaintiff and H. Bulk regulations such determination shall not affect the because plaintiff has been unable to deter- 2. Minimum front yard setback ning Board has adopted a Housing Ele- ALBERTO FREIRE, HIS HEIRS, ET ALS; The bulk regulations for the Garwood validity of the remaining portions of said mine whether defendant RICHARD M. 3. Minimum side yard setback ment and Fair Share Plan pursuant to the are defendants, pending in the Superior Mall Overlay Zone multi-family residential ordinance. FREIRE is married, and if married, the 4. Maximum building height Municipal Land Use Law at N.J.S.A. Court of New Jersey, Chancery Division, use are as follows: SECTION 4. This ordinance shall take name of RICHARD M. FREIRE’s spouse. 5. Expansion of a non-conforming use 40:55D-1, et seq.; and UNION County and bearing Docket No. F- Min. Lot Size 6 acres effect upon final passage and publication If RICHARD M. FREIRE is married, the through an increase of interior space WHEREAS, the Housing Element and 014249-17 within thirty-five (35) days after Min. Required Lot Width 200 feet. in accordance with law and upon filing with plaintiff joins MRS. RICHARD M. FREIRE, Applicants also seek any other variances Fair Share Plan have been endorsed by October 12, 2017 exclusive of such date. Min. Required Lot Depth 200 feet. the Union County Planning Board. WIFE OF RICHARD M. FREIRE as a de- as may be required in order to allow a use the governing body; and If you fail to answer or appear in accor- Min. Required Front Yard 20 feet. fendant for any possessory or marital rights variance. WHEREAS, this Ordinance implements NOTICE dance with Rule 4:4-6, Judgment by De- Min. Required Side Yard 20 feet. you may have. The Garwood Board of Adjustment will and incorporates the adopted and en- fault may be rendered against you for relief Min. Required Rear Yard 20 feet. Notice is hereby given that Ordinance YOU, HAMILTON GARDENS CONDO- conduct a public hearing on this matter in dorsed Housing Element and Fair Share demanded in the Complaint. You shall file Max. Building Height 40 feet. No. 17-23, was introduced and passed on MINIUM ASSOCIATION, are made party October 25, 2017 at 7:30 p.m., in the Plan; your Answer and Proof of Service in dupli- Max. Building Height 4 stories first reading at a meeting of the Borough defendant to the above foreclosure action Council Chambers located at 403 South NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED cate with the Clerk of the Superior Court of Max. Building Coverage 40% Council of the Borough of Garwood, in the because on April 29, 2010, Hamilton Gar- Avenue, Garwood, New Jersey. Any per- by the Mayor and Council of the Borough New Jersey, Hughes Justice Complex - Max. Impervious Coverage 75% County of Union, State of New Jersey, held dens Condominium Association executed son or persons affected by this application of Garwood as follows: CN 971, Trenton, New Jersey 08625, in Density:20 du/ac on the 26th, DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2017, a lien claim against Alberto Freire for un- will have the opportunity to present any SECTION 1. § 106-98.5 (Garwood Mall accordance with the Rules of Civil Practice No more than two bedrooms shall be and that Ordinance No. 17-23, will be taken paid condominium dues, maintenance fees objections you may have to the proposed Overlay Zone) in Article VIII (Zone Regula- and Procedure. permitted in any market rate unit. up for further consideration for final pas- and/or common expenses due and unpaid development. The Garwood Board of Ad- tions) in Chapter 106 (Land Use) of the You are further advised that if you are I. Parking and loading sage at the meeting of said Borough Coun- pursuant to N.J.S.A. 46:8B-17 and 46:8B- justment reserves the right to exclude Code of the Borough of Garwood is en- unable to obtain an attorney you may com- 1. Residential Site Improvement Stan- cil to be held in the Council Chambers of 21. Said lien claim is in the amount of repititious testimony. acted as follows: municate with the Lawyer Referral Service dards (RSIS) N.J.A.C. 5:21 shall be refer- the Municipal Building, 403 South Avenue, $1,304.70 and was recorded in the UNION All documents relating to this application § 106-98.5. Garwood Mall Overlay of the County of Venue and that if you enced to determine the number of re- Garwood, New Jersey, on the 24th, DAY County Clerk/Register’s Office on June18, may be inspected by the public Monday Zone cannot afford an attorney, you may com- quired parking spaces, size of parking OF OCTOBER 2017, at 7:15 p.m., or as 2010 in Book 12921 at page 509. through Friday between the hours of 9:00 A. The Garwood Mall Overlay Zone dis- municate with the Legal Services Office of spaces, and construction details concern- soon thereafter as said matter can be DATED: October 6, 2017 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., in the Office of the trict is hereby established. the County of Venue. The telephone num- ing project streets and drives, sidewalks, heard, at which time and place all persons Michelle M. Smith, Clerk Municipal Clerk, 403 South Avenue, B. The Zoning Map shall be and is hereby ber of such agencies are as follows: Law- water supply and sanitary sewers. Barrier who may be interested therein will be given Superior Court of New Jersey Garwood, New Jersey. amended and supplemented by the addi- yer Referral Service 908-353-4715 - Legal free parking spaces shall be provided and an opportunity to be heard concerning the PELLEGRINO & FELDSTEIN, L.L.C. John D. Gulyas, Esq. tion of the Garwood Mall Overlay Zone, Services Office 908-354-4340. signed in accordance with the standards of same. Denville Law Center Law Office of Maria A. Turco, LLC incorporating the following properties into THE ACTION has been instituted for the the New Jersey Barrier-free Code. ATTEST: 290 Route 46 West 21 Brant Avenue said overlay zone: purpose of foreclosing the following tax 2. Structured parking is permitted. The Christina Ariemma Denville, New Jersey 07834 Clark, New Jersey 07066 Block 402, Lot 5 sale certificate: number of parking stories shall be counted Municipal Clerk (973) 586-2300 (973) 444-7063 Block 1000, Lot 2 1. A certain tax certificate 12-00267, 1 T - 10/12/17, The Leader Fee: $187.68 1 T - 10/12/17, The Leader Fee: $93.33 1 T - 10/12/17, The Leader Fee: $47.43 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 12, 2017 Page 17 GARCIA, MELLON, RINALDI SCORE PAIR OF GOALS EACH more photos at goleader.com Cranford Blanks Raiders, 7-0, Ballhoo Sports In UCT Field Hockey Match

By ALEX LOWE sively keeping the score at 2-0 until Laura Feeney, Garcia, Martha Hurley Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times late in the opening half. and Katherine Ruane each chipped in Fifth seeded Cranford defeated But disaster struck with 4:04 to go with assists for Cranford, which im- eighth seed Scotch Plains-Fanwood, in the half when a Raider attempt to proved to 7-2 on the season. 7-0, in a Union County Tournament clear the ball deep in their end was “This was a good performance for first round field hockey match held on intercepted in front of their net. Rinaldi us because at times we don’t always October 4 at Memorial Field in quickly took advantage, netting her play to our level in games,” said Berk. Cranford. The Cougars used a bal- second goal of the game that gave “Today I was pleased with the consis- anced attack, getting two goals each Cranford a 3-0 lead. Mallon added to tency we showed in all phases of play. from Maddie Garcia, Jayna Mellon the lead when she scored her second Scotch Plains looks great for a brand and Lucia Rinaldi to power their way goal with 1:20 to go in the half. new program and they played very into a quarterfinals of the tournament. “Too often in the game we were well. We need to repeat what we did It was a strong overall showing for trying to dribble through the middle today and take it up another notch Cranford, which was set to face fourth- against pressure instead of getting the against Summit if we want to advance.” seeded Summit this past Saturday. ball out wide,” said Scotch Plains- For Scotch Plains-Fanwood, the “We are a pretty balanced team,” Fanwood first year Head Coach goals are much more grounded in the said Cranford second year Head Alexandra Neidig. “It is product of short term. Neidig, a graduate of Coach Samantha Berk. “Today we being young and inexperienced, while Montclair State University, joined the spread out the scoring between a lot Cranford has very good skill sets.” school system in 2013 as a teacher at of different players. Our passing was The Raiders were forced to play Park Middle School and immediately David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times really on today. We created space and this game without their fine goaltender went to work trying to resurrect the SECOND PLACE AT THE COUGAR...The Westfield High School Blue Devils placed second in the team totals the Cougar held our spots, which really helped Kelly Nitti (31 saves on the season) field hockey team, which had not been Invitational Gymnastics meet at Cranford High School on October 5. open nice passing lanes.” who was out with an injury. Her sister a part of the varsity sports program at Scotch Plains-Fanwood (3-6), field- Kayla took her place between the the high school for decades. ing its first varsity team in 35 seasons, pipes and acquitted herself well. But Neidig began with a junior varsity earned entry into the tournament with the bigger problem for the Raiders team last season, before fielding the Cranford Captures Title at Cougar Gym Invt’l a 3-2 preliminary round win over was an inability to move the ball into newly re-established 2017 varsity Koinonia. The Raiders played well scoring range against a taut Cougar squad. There have been growing pains CONTINUED FROM PAGE 12 over the first 20 minutes, holding defense that frequently took the ball along the way but the program is Cranford’s McAuliffe finished just Plains-Fanwood Head Coach Lisa fourth place finisher Summit (98.475), their own defensively even as away at midfield. Scotch Plains- moving forward ahead of schedule. a tick behind in third place with a Cerchio. “We’ve relied very heavily followed by Union Catholic in fifth Cranford moved the ball smartly into Fanwood managed just two shots on “I think to win three games in your score of 9.20. Raider Izzy Sutton was on freshmen this season and they place (97.80) and Arthur L. Johnson scoring position. goal the entire game against Cranford initial season of play is not bad at all,” fourth (9.10) with Iosso (9.05) in fifth helped us again today. We also had (97.40) in sixth place. Also compet- Mallon finally got things started goalkeeper Sophia McMullan. said Neidig. “The success of this pro- place. Infante (Cranford), DiFabrizio some very inspirational efforts today ing was Union High School (96.875) for Cranford by scoring a goal with Cranford put the game away for gram will be all about getting girls at (SPF) and Halle Riordan (Westfield) like the one turned in by Sami and Rahway (33.60). 20:24 left in the first half for a 1-0 good in the second half with a pair of the middle school level to love the tied for sixth with scores of 9.00. DiFabrizio. She finished fifth in the TEAM TOTALS: lead. Minutes later, Rinaldi followed goals from Garcia coming at 28:53 game. We are always looking for girls McAuliffe took home first in the individual All-Around and she was 1. Cranford 109.625, 2 Westfield with a goal making it 2-0 with 16:14 and 21:05, respectively. Katie that have tried soccer or volleyball to Floor Exercise with a score of 9.575, third in the vault. She was really strug- 106.125, 3. SP-F 105.20, 4. Summit remaining in the half. The Raiders, Dombrowski closed out the scoring come out and give our sport a try.” just nudging out Iosso (9.50). gling entering the vault as her eye had 98.475, 5. Union Catholic 97.80, 6. ALJ Cranford swept the top three spots in become irritated and it was tearing 97.40, 7. Union 96.875, 8. Rahway 33.60 though struggling to gain possession with a goal at 9:05 to play. Sc Pl-Fanwood 0 0 0 VAULT: of the ball, still hung tough defen- Brooke Bishop, Paige Brogan, Cranford 4 3 7 the floor with Infante scoring 9.30. up. She performs a very difficult 1. Iosso (C) 9.4, 2. Dispenza (W) 9.2, Azzaretto (9.275) was fourth. Yurochenko round off back hand- 3. DiFabrizio (SPF) 9.15, 4. Infante (C) DiFabrizio (9.20) was fifth and spring entry on the vault and she ex- 9.1, 5. Azzaretto (W) 9.05, 6. Singer (W) 9.0 Maddie Larabee (9.15) of Cranford ecuted it very well. She will be com- UNEVEN BARS: was sixth. peting in the All-Around at the Union 1. Iosso (C) 8.95, 2. Infante (C) 8.85, While Cranford dominated the ac- County Tournament.” 3. Azzaretto (W) 8.75, 4. Markase (C) tion across the board, other partici- Strong showings were also put for- 8.6, 5T McAuliffe (C)/ Handlin (UC) 8.575 pants found lots of reasons for opti- ward by McAuliffe who finished BALANCE BEAM: mism in the results. fourth in the All-Around individual 1T. Azzaretto (W)/Blowe (C) 9.3, 3. McAuliffe (C) 9.2, 4. Sutton (SPF) 9.1, “For us, this was our third-highest results with 36.10 points. DiFabrizio 5. Iosso (C) 9.05, 6T Infante (C)/ score of the season,” said Scotch (35.80) was fifth. Scotch Plains team- DiFabrizio (SPF)/ Riordan (W) 9.0 mate Shelby Kumpf (33.775) was FLOOR EXERCISE: sixth. 1. McAuliffe (C) 9.575, 2. Iosso (C) Probitas Verus Honos 9.5, 3. Infante (C) 9.3, 4. Azzaretto (W) Other local teams that participated 9.275, 5. DiFabrizio (SPF) 9.2, 6. in the Cougar Invitational included Larrabee (C) 9.15

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times GETTING A FOOT ON THE BALL...Blue Devil co-captain Grace Elliott, No. 15, gets her foot on the ball before an Oak Knoll Royal can get to it at Gary Kehler Stadium on October 3. Westfield beat Oak Knoll, 4-2. Blue Devils’ Pressure Cracks Oak Knoll Royals CONTINUED FROM PAGE 12 with my left foot right to her. We love She had a beautiful header right to the good practice yesterday and kicked it,” Dobosiewicz expressed. goalie and the goalie hit it out to me off against Oak Knoll, who was 6-1- “Coach always says, ‘Stay wide! Stay and I was there to put it in,” 1. We might see them again in the wide!’ and when you see it cut in, like Dobosiewicz confirmed. county semis if they beat Cranford. trigger. So I did. I was there. Perfect With 5:53 remaining, Ngoma We are excited for that.” David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times timing! I saw the girl on my back. I was slipped past some defenders, forcing Oak Knoll 0 2 2 THIRD PLACE AT THE COUGAR...The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Raiders placed third in the team totals the Cougar right on the six [yard line] It was like Harris to come out, then tapped it in Westfield 2 2 4 Invitational Gymnastics meet at Cranford High School on October 5. goalie, girl me and I tapped it in. I kind for the score. of turned around. I didn’t know where it “We took it to them first half. Re- went,” Kirby described. “I turned around ally good plays. Second half we go up and said, ‘Oh that’s cool!” 3-0. We don’t love giving up goals Goods & Services You Need The deal was nearly sealed less obviously, and we gave up two of than nine minutes into the second half them at the end but that’s what hap- when Bond slipped a cross over to the pens when you have sub players and right side where Butler, with the sun you don’t have your regulars in there. 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CLASSIFIEDS mas, 25, of Brooklyn, N.Y., was ar- Shannon also was issued motor ve- rested and charged with possession of hicle summonses for failure to main- false government documents after de- tain lamps and possession of a CDS in PART TIME EXPERT MATH TUTOR WESTFIELD Wednesday, September 20, a resi- tectives were alerted by an employee of a motor vehicle. Local Medical Billing Co, PT AP-certified, veteran HS math tu- Wednesday, September 27, dent of the 200 block of Farley Av- a West North Avenue business to a Wednesday, October 4, Brian flexible, Data entry, Assist in tor specializing in calculus and Michal Ulatowski, 25, of Garfield enue reported that his dog walker suspicious individual inside the estab- Fernandez, 19, of Elizabeth was ar- Resolving Insurance and Patient precalculus. Master's, very expe- was arrested on an outstanding traf- entered his house without permission lishment. Following an investigation at rested and charged with unlawful pos- Payment Issues. Training rienced, patient, excellent results. fic warrant from Westfield with $300 and took money and alcohol from his the scene, detectives were presented session of a weapon after a 1998 Honda bail pursuant to a motor vehicle residence. Charges are pending. with a fake Connecticut driver’s license was stopped at the intersection of West provided. Experience a Plus. Please call Mel: (732) 603-9521 by the individual later identified as Tho- Email Resume to stop at South Euclid Avenue and Thursday, September 21, Sabrina North Avenue and Orchard Street for a FAIRVIEW CEMETERY PLOTS East Broad Street. He was processed Shumate, 31, of Plainfield was ar- mas. Utilizing the NCIC database, de- seat belt violation. Following an inves- [email protected] or tectives confirmed that the number on tigation at the scene, police located a Fax (908) 789-5550. Four double depth plots for sale in and posted bail. rested on an active warrant out of Wednesday, September 27, Ciara Plainfield after a stop for a motor the license did not exist. Thomas was machete and brass knuckles inside the very desirable area of Fairview arrested, processed and released pend- HELP WANTED Cemetery, Westfield. For more Sullivan, 24, of Springfield was ar- vehicle violation. A check of the driver vehicle. Fernandez was arrested, pro- rested on an outstanding traffic warrant showed the warrant. Shumate was ing a Superior Court appearance. cessed and released pending a Superior Cranford law firm seeking full time information, Call (908) 654-3327. Friday, September 29, Lisa Conti, Court appearance. He was issued mo- administrative assistant. from Springfield with $200 bail pursu- processed and turned over to CRANFORD OFFICE FOR RENT ant to a motor vehicle stop at East North Plainfield Police. 31, of Colonia was arrested on charges tor vehicle summonses for improper Requirements include computer of possession with the intent to dis- window tint, failure to exhibit docu- proficiency, pleasant telephone ATTORNEY, ACCOUNTANT, Avenue and Saint Paul Street. Sullivan Thursday, September 21, Jolessa was processed and posted bail. Wade, 20, of East Orange was ar- tribute a CDS (heroin), possession of ments and failure to wear a seat belt. manner, strong interpersonal PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITY a CDS (heroin) and possession of Wednesday, October 4, Billy Davis, and organizational skills. Single Office attached to Wednesday, September 27, a resi- rested on an active warrant out of dent of Kimball Avenue reported be- East Orange after a stop at Terrill paraphernalia after a 2002 Chevrolet 42, of Newark and Kahleef El-Amin, Send resume to Busy / Established Law Firm was stopped at the intersection of 38, of Hillside were arrested on charges [email protected] REFERRALS POSSIBLE! ing a victim of theft. The victim stated Road and Chetwood Terrace for a that his black Trek bicycle had been motor vehicle violation. Wade was Centennial Avenue and Hayes Street of possession of less than 50 grams of NEAR GSP, WITH PARKING, for a seat belt violation. Following an suspected marijuana, possession of a HELP WANTED NEAR TOWN, IMM OCC stolen from the north-side train sta- processed and released by the East tion between 4 and 8 p.m. The ap- Orange Municipal Court. investigation at the scene, police lo- prescription legend narcotic and pos- Impact Soccer (TSS) seeks Dir. Call (908) 276-4777 for details cated 57 glassine folds of heroin in- session of paraphernalia after a 2007 Coaching Training and proximate value of the stolen bicycle Friday, September 22, Johnnie OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT is $500. Sirmans, III, 40, of Fanwood was side the vehicle. Conti was arrested, Chevrolet was stopped at the intersec- Development, Scotch Plains, NJ. processed and released pending a Su- tion of East North and Forest Avenues Req. Bach deg Sports Studies, EXQUISITE OFFICE SPACE Wednesday, September 27, a resi- arrested on an active warrant out of dent of the 600 block of Lawrence Clark after a stop on the 200 block of perior Court appearance. She also was for a seat belt violation. Following an Sports Sci or closely rel. deg, 2 yrs FOR RENT issued motor vehicle summonses for investigation at the scene, police lo- exp recrtng, hiring socc. coach. 123 SOUTH AVE E, WESTFIELD Avenue reported the theft of a bi- South Avenue for a motor vehicle violation. Sirmans was processed, failure to wear a seat belt, failure to cated marijuana and promethazine staff or instructors. Req ltd travel Impressive 22x14 office w/20ft cycle. The victim stated that his white utilize a turn signal and possession of and green Trek bicycle was stolen posted bail and released. inside the vehicle. Both the driver, (10%) w/in 15 mi. emplymt. ceiling on the 3rd fl of a beautifully a CDS inside a motor vehicle. Davis, and passenger, El-Amin, were Send resume: renovated building ($1,150.00), from the north-side train station be- MOUNTAINSIDE Saturday, September 30, Kahsaun tween 6:40 a.m. and 8:38 p.m. The Wednesday, September 27, Chelsea arrested, processed and released pend- Mark Stone, Impact Soccer and a separate space on 1st fl Bell, 19, of Roselle was arrested fol- ing a Municipal Court appearance. El- 141 Fifth Ave. ($2,200.00) are available. stolen bicycle has an approximate Vandunk, 21, of Elizabeth was ar- lowing a reported theft of a bicycle rested and charged with possession of Amin was issued a motor vehicle sum- Phoenixville, PA 19460 Call LA at (908) 233-4840 value of $340. from a South Avenue business. Bell mons for failure to wear a seat belt. Thursday, September 28, a resident a CDS (controlled dangerous sub- was observed by the victim taking a Davis was issued summonses for pos- POLISH CLEANING LADY of the 500 block of Parkview Avenue stance)/marijuana after a motor ve- bicycle that was unlocked fronting a session of a CDS in a motor vehicle FREELANCERS WANTED reported being a victim of fraud. Ac- hicle stop for non-working brake lights. “Great work, Free estimates” business adjacent to the south-side and failure to maintain lamps. Strong, detail-oriented writers cording to the victim, one or more Upon approaching the vehicle and References Available. train station. The victim subsequently Thursday, October 5, Iijane Horace, with professional demeanor unknown suspects used his identity to speaking to the driver, police detected alerted police on patrol in the area. 21, of Newark was arrested on charges needed to cover local If you need a hardworking open a fraudulent credit card account, a strong odor of raw marijuana. person with great experience to Police located Bell riding the victim’s of shoplifting, hindering apprehen- government meetings. Must be which has a balance of $1,251.16. Friday, September 29, Jeanpaul bicycle near the intersection of East sion and contempt of court after po- able to meet deadlines, know clean your house or apartment Friday, September 29, Markeye Stewart, 38, of Plainfield was ar- Call Agnes (908) 787-3003 South and Burchfield Avenues, au- lice responded to a West South Av- how to write a lead, and take Boyd, 38, of Plainfield was arrested rested and charged with eluding po- thorities said. When police ordered enue establishment on a reported shop- an active interest in their beats FITNESS EQUIPMENT FOR SALE on a criminal warrant from South lice. Police observed a blue Suzuki Bell to stop, he immediately fled on lifting. Following an investigation at in order to develop news Body By Jake FIRMFLEX Total Plainfield with $593 bail pursuant to motorcycle in the area of Route 22 foot. Police gave chase and appre- the scene, police determined that stories. Please email a motor vehicle stop in the area of and New Providence Road that hended Bell. Bell was charged with Horace had shoplifted various items Body Trainer. Complete Workout Central and Lenox Avenues. Boyd matched the description just given resume and clips to: Exercise Machine. Padded Bench. one count of theft and one count of from the establishment and provided was transported to police headquar- them through a radio transmission resisting arrest and subsequently was police with a false name. Horace was [email protected] Adjustable Height and Resistence. ters, processed and released on his from Springfield Police regarding a $30. Call (908) 654-6091 released from custody pending an Oc- arrested, processed and turned over to own recognizance. motorcycle that fled from them at a tober appearance in Cranford Munici- the Irvington Police Department on Saturday, September 30, Saleema high rate of speed. Police attempted pal Court. an active warrant. Town Installing New Bradberry, 29, of Parlin was arrested to stop the motorcycle. Saturday, September 30, Michael Thursday, October 5, Kevin Bell, and charged with possession of less Stewart fled onto New Providence Miller, 34, of Elizabeth was arrested 24, of Irvington was arrested on charges than 50 grams of suspected mari- Road, traveling in excess of 80 mph, on charges of hindering apprehension of possession of less than 50 grams of ‘Smart’ Parking Meters juana pursuant to a motor vehicle nearly striking a motor vehicle in the and contempt of court after a 2001 suspected marijuana, possession of a stop in the area of South and Windsor area of Wood Valley Road, and passed Mercury was stopped at the intersec- prescription legend narcotic WESTFIELD — The town has be- automatically give 15 free minutes Avenues. She was transported to po- vehicles illegally on their right. In the tion of West South Avenue and Wash- (Alprazolam) and possession of para- gun installing new, solar, smart parking as soon as you select the parking lice headquarters, processed and re- area of Deer Path, after nearly strik- ington Place for a seat belt violation. phernalia after a 2006 Honda was meters in the downtown area that are space, right or left. leased with a summons. ing an oncoming vehicle, Stewart Following an investigation at the stopped at the intersection of East South user-friendly and offer more conve- There are some locations that will Sunday, October 1, Antwan Tho- stopped, laid the bike down on the scene, police determined that a pas- and East Lincoln Avenues for an equip- nient payment options for shoppers, have new solar single-space smart mas, 34, of Plainfield was arrested at ground and surrendered to police. senger, later identified as Miller, pro- ment violation. Following an investi- diners, and visitors. meters. Their payment options are the Plainfield Police Department on a Stewart was lodged in the Union vided a false name. Further investiga- In addition to the traditional forms of identical to the two-space meters. At gation at the scene, police located mari- traffic warrant from Westfield with County jail awaiting his first court tion by police determined that Miller juana on a passenger, Bell. Bell was payment – Westfield tokens, coins single-space meters, if there are no $250 bail. Thomas was processed appearance. (quarters, dimes, and nickels), and minutes remaining, you will be had active criminal warrants out of arrested, processed and released pend- and released on his own recognizance. CRANFORD Mountainside. He was arrested, pro- ing a Municipal Court appearance. He Smart Card – customers can now pay prompted to push a button for 15 Wednesday, October 4, a white UV Thursday, September 28, Saleema with a credit card (Visa, Master Card minutes free. If there is time remain- cessed and turned over to was issued a motor vehicle summons and Discover) or a debit card (mini- ing on the meter, it will be displayed Vodka cruiser-style bicycle with a Bradberry, 29, of Parlin was arrested Mountainside Police. Miller also was for failure to wear a seat belt. mum of $1 for credit/debit) and soon to at the very top of the payment option rear rack and a black seat was found on charges of possession of less than issued a motor vehicle summons for Thursday, October 5, Nile Baltimore, come, by mobile app. Included in the screen. abandoned in the area of Municipal 50 grams of suspected marijuana and failing to wear a seat belt. 22, of East Orange was arrested on new meters’ programming is the free Coming soon is the added conve- Lot 4 behind stores fronting East possession of paraphernalia after a Monday, October 2, Kevin Shan- charges of possession of less than 50 15-minute feature. nience of pay by mobile app which will Broad Street and near the Revolu- 2011 Infiniti was stopped at the inter- non, 36, and Justine Mattioli, 31, both grams of suspected marijuana and pos- In most locations, two-space allow customers to remotely add time tionary Cemetery at 11:15 a.m. that section of Centennial Avenue and of Keyport, were arrested on charges session of paraphernalia after a 1999 meters will replace the old single- to the meter (up to the space’s time day. Attempts made to locate the Raritan Road for an improper turn of possession of CDS (cocaine) and Nissan was stopped at the intersection space meters, thus reducing the num- limit) from their mobile device. owner were unsuccessful. The bicycle violation. Following an investigation possession of paraphernalia after a of Raritan Road and Commerce Drive ber of meter stanchions at the curb Westfield traffic enforcement of- was transported to police headquar- at the scene, police located marijuana 1997 Honda was stopped at the inter- for an equipment violation. Following line in the downtown. The term “two- ficers will be walking around the ters and held for safekeeping. inside the vehicle. Bradberry was ar- section of the Garden State Parkway an investigation on scene, police lo- space meter” means one meter will downtown in the coming days to help FANWOOD rested, processed and released pend- 137 Southbound ramp and East North cated marijuana inside the vehicle. A apply to two parking spaces so when anyone who needs instruction about Sunday, September 17, a victim ing a Municipal Court appearance. Avenue for multiple equipment viola- passenger, Baltimore, was arrested, you approach the meter, the first how to operate the new meters. Park- reported that his bicycle was stolen She also was issued motor vehicle tions. Following an investigation at processed and released pending a Mu- thing you will do is select the space ing services may also be reached at from the north-side train station on summonses for unclear license plates, the scene police located crack cocaine nicipal Court appearance. The driver – is it to the left or to the right? Two- (908) 789-4044 if you have any ques- North Avenue. The value of the bi- improper turn and possession of a inside the vehicle. The driver, Shan- was issued a motor vehicle summons space meters that display zero will tions. cycle is $100. controlled dangerous substance (CDS) non, and passenger, Mattioli, were for unclear license plate. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS NOTICE OF SALE OF PROPERTY FOR 03703 0013 2318 MOUNTAIN SCOTCH PLAINS LL 2318 MOUNTAIN AVE T S $4,692.04 NONPAYMENT OF TAXES, ASSESSMENTS AND/OR OTHER MUNICIPAL LIENS 03703 0024 FRANCO, ISMAEL & PASQUALINA 336 HENRY ST S $299.58 03902 0003 SAFI, JUDY; SIMPSON, ALICIA 185 WATCHUNG TR S $289.76 Public notice is hereby given that I, Colleen M. Huehn, Collector of Taxes of the Township of Scotch Plains, County of Union will sell 03903 0003 OLIVEIRA, RUI & DEOLINDA 2377 LAKE PARK TR S $316.06 at public auction on MONDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2017 in the Municipal Court, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey at 9:00 o’clock 03905 0022 VUONO, LISA & VELLA, SAL 210 ELM CT S $322.43 in the morning or at such later time and place to which said sale may then be adjourned, all of the several lots and parcels of land assessed 03906 0012 SHEVLIN, RICHARD 224 HARDING RD T $11,027.93 to the respective persons whose names are set opposite each respective parcel as the owner thereof for the total amount of municipal 04103 0001 REAGAN, JAMES JR & NICOLE 2405 ROSE ST S $289.70 liens chargeable against said lands respectively, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 54:5-1, et seq. as computed to the 23rd DAY OF 04201 0002 BEIRNE, MATTHEW & KAREN 502 VICTOR ST T S $7,571.66 OCTOBER 2017. 04202 0015 CORDERO, ROBERTO & KATRINA 2429 WESTFIELD AVE S $29.04 Take further notice that the hereinafter described lands will be sold for the amount of municipal liens chargeable against each parcel 04301 0020 RODRIGUEZ, RAMON & GRISELDA 515 VICTOR ST S $305.07 of said land assessed as one parcel, together with interest and costs to the date of the sale. Said lands will be sold at the lowest rate 04302 0015 EGUES-DELGADO, MARIA 537 WARREN ST S $302.88 of interest bid, but in no case in excess of 18%. Payments for said parcels shall be made prior to the conclusion of the sale in the form 04901.01 0003 CO102 LAI, RONALD 102 DONATO CR S $309.47 of cash, certified check or money order or other method previously approved by the Tax Collector or the property will be resold. Properties 04901.02 0003 CO206 WEEMS, MELVINA 206 DONATO CR S $311.67 for which there are no other purchasers shall be struck off and sold to the Township of Scotch Plains at an interest rate of 18%. 04901.03 0003 CO304 SCHNEIDER, LINDY 304 DONATO CR T S $477.37 At any time before the sale I will accept payment of the amount due on any property with interest and costs. Payment must be in the 04901.03 0003 CO310 GARLAND, SAKINAH 310 DONATO CR S $153.40 form of cash or certified check. 04901.04 0003 CO408 HENWOOD,GORDON C 408 DONATO CR S $287.47 Industrial properties may be subject to the Spill Compensation and Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58-10-23.11 et seq.), the Water Pollution 05802 0008 BIRD, RONALD & FRANCINE 363 ROBERTS LN S $295.01 Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58-:10A-1 et seq.) and the Industrial Site Recovery Act (N.J.S.A. 13:1K-6 et seq.), In addition, the municipality is 06001 0029.04 ROGERS, RICHARD & NOELLA - EVA 2573 MADISON AVE S $299.86 precluded from issuing a tax sale certificate to any prospective purchaser who is or may be in any way connected to the prior owner 06001 0030 VELEZ, GALO & CLAUDIA P 2583 MADISON AVE S $325.54 of the site. 06301 0003 TURPIN, PAULINE LARK 2509 SMITH ST T $3,599.62 In the event that the owner of the property is on Active Duty in the Military Service, the Tax Collector should be notified immediately. 06301 0004 PHILLIPS, LINCOLN ESTATE OF 2521 SMITH ST S $207.19 TYPE OF 06301 0006 HACKETT, MARY C/O J. RICHMOND 2529 SMITH ST T $272.89 BLOCK & LOT OWNER NAME PROPERTY LOCATION CHARGES TOTAL 06701 0013 HARMER, ROBERT & KIMBERLY 2267 OLD FARM RD S $162.08 07201 0005.16 MEJIA, SALVADOR 809 O’DONNELL AVE S $156.34 00101 0018 ANGELERI,I,TRUSTEE %MASCOTT CO 325 TERRILL RD S $203.09 07303 0020 MC COY, CALVIN A 2704 PLAINFIELD AVE T $2,874.40 00102 0014 SANCHEZ, NICHOL 372 FARLEY AVE S $156.75 07701 0014 LIBERMAN,BARBARA 2281 HILL RD S $166.77 00102 0026 VELECELA, SECUNDO 316 FARLEY AVE S $297.38 07704 0005 BUCKRIDEE, WINSTON & PATRICIA 2286 HILL RD S $299.86 00201.01 0018 CBS01 THOMAS,JAMEL & ;LOUIS P MELISS 1540 FRONT ST S $252.68 07802 0014 TUPELO HILL ASSOCIATES LLC 906 CENTER ST T $11,365.74 00202 0008 TABAK, ALAN 448 FARLEY AVE S $207.19 08001 0022 CUCCURULLO, ANTHONY P III & DO 2365 LONGFELLOW AVE S $161.56 00204.02 0001 CPC04 SINGH, RAVEEN 1533 E SECOND ST #B4 S $294.09 08404 0006 GORBUNOFF, DAVID & ILYSE 2224 ALGONQUIN DR S $314.95 00302 0006 DAVIDSON, JEFFREY/GRECO, CAROL 512 FARLEY AVE S $295.19 08504 0029 MASON, KEVIN & MARYANN 2101 MAPLEVIEW CT T S $12,381.56 00302 0009 LE,ANDY T & LINH 524 FARLEY AVE S $324.85 08504 0033 SENATORE, ALBERT & ROSICLER S 2083 MAPLEVIEW CT S $297.38 00302 0022 BARKER,DAVID K & KAREN L 515 CICILIA PL T S $2,083.33 08702 0001.0101 1927 EVELYN STREET LLC 1925 EVELYN ST S $120.11 00402 0012 GILLIAM, EUGENIA 545 BEVERLY AVE T $272.89 08801 0005 CHOQUE, VICTOR WALTEN 1169 MARTINE AVE S $298.49 00404 0002.01 E-2 WILLOW, LLC 17181720 E SECOND ST T $27,305.49 08801 0010 NEAL, WAYNE & ALICIA 1160 WASHINGTON AVE S $153.94 00404 0012 RIOS-FRUTOS, FATIMA 548 WILLOW AVE S $297.61 08802 0009 MORGAN, LINDA 1159 WASHINGTON AVE T S $5,917.31 00404 0029 ROSARIO, MARIA 527 HUNTER AVE S $322.64 09401 0007 SAVOCA, JOHN C JR & MICHELE A 1909 MARY ELLEN LN S $299.26 00502 0008 AUSTIN, LEBA GAIL 426 HUNTER AVE S $297.38 09501 0011 LUSK, MICHAEL & PATRICIA 1200 CHRISTINE CI S $314.95 00502 0014 BUONTEMPO, RICHARD 1635 E SECOND ST S $920.21 09601 0021 BUBAN,MICHAEL/FINGER,SUSANNA B 2051 W BROAD ST S $305.07 00503 0028 MARTINEZ, CARLOS & CAMPOS, PAO 415 HUNTER AVE S $295.19 09603 0008 ZUBRICKAS, JOAN ANNE 1276 WHITE OAK RD S $292.99 00601 0028 OSATO-DARKO,J/HAMMOND,M 332 HOE AVE S $300.68 10201 0015 THEODORE,KATIA/THEODORE,HELLO 1351 GRAYMILL DR S $308.37 00602 0003 MARTINEZ,V/MARTINEZ-BROWN,C 323 HOE AVE T $282.75 10301 0028 CARO ESPOSITO, ANTONIO & CLAUD 1301 MARTINE AVE S $304.19 00602 0012 SANDOVAL,OSBALDO & IVONNE 361 HOE AVE S $331.01 10801 0003.03 MESSERCOLA BROS. BUILDING CO, 2 NORWEGIAN WOODS RD T $3,088.72 00602 0016 JONES, STEVE 1601 FRONT ST S $297.38 11204 0016 SICOLI,ROBERT & POFELDT,E 1591 SHACKAMAXON DR S $311.67 00602 0024 CAGGIANO, KEVIN 350 JACKSON AVE S $109.97 11902 0006 MURPHY, SEAN & BARBARA J 6 GAYCROFT DR S $302.88 00603 0011 PAGAN, JUAN 365 JACKSON AVE S $162.26 12001 0022 LEON, LAWRENCE & MARITZA 18 ESSEX RD S O $210.72 00704 0014 BANKS, ALBERT & MELINDA 218 MYRTLE AVE S $289.70 12101 0004 SEIFERT, GEORGE & MONICA 5 FRANCES LN T S $18,999.22 00705 0015 PEREZ, JOSE LUIS & LINDA RUTH 1781 MOUNTAIN AVE S $292.99 12201 0025.07 STIRLING CHASE INC%AMHERST MGM PASTIME PL T $1,461.99 00705 0018 LOCKHART, WILMA J 236 HAVEEN AVE T $282.75 12201 0026.14 ROCKMAN, SHARON 17 TRAVEELLER WY S $306.17 00707 0001 1766 ROUTE 22 LLC 1771 ROUTE 22 T $194.89 12301 0011 CHARLES, PAUL 9 MANITOU WY S $279.77 00801 0003 POWELL, BENJAMIN III & SHAROND 214 PINEHURST AVE S $157.74 12302 0006 GIBBS,JACQUELINE 16 MANITOU WY S $298.49 00901 0023 WILLIAMS, MARLENE & JOHN 365 HUNTER AVE S $298.49 12401 0046 PEDERSEN, STEVEN & SUSAN 1889 NORTH GATE RD S $303.98 00902 0013 LEWIS,MARION L & WILLIAM A 344 MYRTLE AVE S $151.77 12501 0005 MAC DOWELL, GAYLE A 1808 CHAPEL RD T $9,800.40 00903 0004 RICHARDSON, SAM III & STEPHANI 353 MYRTLE AVE S $153.98 12605 0002 HOUSEL, DAVID B 1932 FARMINGDALE RD T $7,041.03 00903 0013 JOHNSON, VALERIE A 1744 MOUNTAIN AVE T S $9,121.34 13001 0003 CLEARVIEW EQUITIES LLC 1858 QUIMBY LN T $3,710.84 00903 0021 SCHOMBERG, PLATO J 330 SYCAMORE AVE O $516.04 13201 0009 COLASANTI, ANDREW V & KIMBERLY 1876 LAMBERTS MILL RD S $296.29 01001 0030 KNECHTEL, PAUL & PATRICIA L 340 CEDAR GROVE TR S $311.67 13301 0017 CHARLES,MATTHEW & SHERRY 4 LINDEN LN S $355.59 01102 0012 JACOBUS, STEVEN - JACOBUS, JOA 411 MYRTLE AVE S $207.19 13301 0021 ROMEO, DOMENICK - MAURER, KRIS 5 LINDEN LN S $307.27 01201 0029 ROSKO, ANNA 1806 E SECOND ST S $297.38 13302 0010 STEELE, SCOTT K & NICOLE S 2035 WINDING BROOK WY S $320.61 01401 0033 DIFRANCESCO, MILVA & ASMAT, MI 570 FOREST RD S $50.11 13701.15 0003 CB010 RONGO, FE 10 BURNHAM VI S $88.29 01602 0010 POLANCO,ALASTOR & BONNIE 1956 GRAND ST S $291.33 13701.21 0003 CE019 LUSARDI, HELEN 19 EASTHAM VI T S $11,019.76 02103 0012 MAZZEI,ROBERT J 2005 WESTFIELD AVE 2FAM S $295.97 13701.42 0004 CRE09 SIEGAL, ADAM 1009 CELLAR AVEENUE S $279.40 02103 0013 FLYNN, KEVIN 1997 WESTFIELD AVE S $321.09 13701.43 0004 CRE31 NOVAK, SUSAN 1031 CELLAR AVEENUE S $272.90 02201 0039 DI GUISEPPE, MAURO 1957 BIRCH ST T S $8,606.14 13701.43 0004 CRE41 MC CONNAUGHEY, KELLY 1041 CELLAR AVEENUE S $279.40 02501 0013 SPIEGEL, GARY & ANN 506 WESTFIELD RD S $305.07 14301 0010 AGOSTINHO, LIZABETH 10 DONSEN LN S $291.89 02602 0007 DUMONT,JOHN & THOMPSON,BRENDA 372 RIDGEVIEW AVE S $299.86 14301 0026 FEDORCZYK,SUZANNE 1410 RARITAN RD S $312.76 10801 0003.02 MESSERCOLA BROS. BUILDING CO, 1 NORWEGIAN WOODS RD T $2,798.42 14601 0023 SANGHAVI,CHETNA N 1061 RARITAN RD T O $14,588.84 02802 0023 GRAY,CHRISTOPHER & CYNTHIA H/W 2057 PROSPECT AVE S $296.29 14603 0006 HOLMES, R & C C/O OFFICE OF PU 1541 ASHBROOK DR T $6,306.56 02803 0007 SANTORO,SCOTT & BERNADINE 2048 PROSPECT AVE S $306.65 14901 0058 SPRAGUE, RICHARD & JOANNE 1280 TERRILL RD S $177.69 02904 0002 SAILSMAN, LORNA 2205 MOUNTAIN AVE S $157.27 15303 0017 BYRNE, JACQUELINE PATRICIA 1230 TERRILL RD S $295.45 03002 0001 PILGRIM, BARRY J & JACQUELIN K 2200 MOUNTAIN AVE S $167.50 15601 0012 HERNANDEZ, LIGIA N 1011 LOCUST AVE T $132.13 03002 0003 RUSSELL, DONA Y ESTATE OF 2210 MOUNTAIN AVE S $291.89 16001 0008 NRZREO IV CORP C/O NATIONSTAR 1010 RARITAN RD S $338.72 03201 0003 NANAYAKKARA, JANAKA 541 WESTFIELD RD S $154.48 16402 0001.03 ALZOOBAEE, FAIZ & MAHA 6 KING ST T $14,847.74 03301 0007 TEZUCAR, ONUR-BARDSLEY, JESSIC 563 WESTFIELD RD S $36.92 (Charge Legend: T=Taxes, S=Sewer, W=Water, I=SID, F=Fox-Lnc, O=Other Munic) 03301 0015 WHITE, TERENCE J & LAURIE E 582 WEST CT S $298.49 Colleen M. Huehn, 03603 0008 KLUCKAS, CHRISTOPHER & JENNIFE 2274 COLES AVE S $297.38 Collector of Taxes 03603 0031 ZYDALIS, DENNIS 2343 BELVEDERE DR S $299.86 4 T - 09/28, 10/05, 10/12 & 10/19/17, The Times Fee: $1499.40 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 12, 2017 Page 19 We’re Proud Of The Tight-Knit Letters to the Editor I Continue To Learn More About Community Of Garwood CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4 Our Town and The Second Ward Volunteers are in many ways the businesses. While no volunteer does Although I’ve lived in Westfield tory, which will be done using available heart of Garwood, the “Small Town it for reward, it would be nice to use Candidate Mackey Ward 4: with my family for the last 14 years, I grants, rather than taxpayer dollars; with a Big Heart.” Many people de- this as a way to recognize the time continue to learn more about our town Partner with our town’s businesses vote their time volunteering in the they spend to better the community As A Small Business Owner Myself as I meet residents of Ward 2 during to increase recycling efforts that make demanding arena of public safety and say thank you. Two weeks ago, I had the pleasure program knowledge to bring this idea my campaign for Town Council. For sense financially; through the Fire Department and First The rewards program would also of meeting Aisha Hale at a meet and to fruition. It was exciting for me to instance, I’ve learned that my neigh- Consider possible solutions for Aid Squad. Others spend their time help support our local businesses, greet. Aisha was warm and a little serve our community by enhancing bors feel strongly, as I do, that stormwater management, such as the helping children have a brighter fu- which are another central part to the shy. It took her an hour to mention to Weight Watchers members’ success Westfield should move in the direc- rain garden that was introduced in ture by taking part in the Parent vitality of Garwood. Perhaps one day me that she had just opened a busi- on plan, while at the same time intro- tion of greater sustainability. Those Fanwood, or rooftop gardens; Teacher Association, Education Foun- in the future, this could be expanded ness in Westfield, located on the traf- ducing a new customer base to Trader of us who live here agree that our Conduct a benefit-cost analysis of dation, Scouts, and more. Some to all the citizens of Garwood as a fic circle. It’s an eco-friendly beauty Joe’s. town is a beautiful place, and we need installation of solar trash compactors groups have been around a long time, way to encourage shopping local. salon called “Dirt,” which offers During my years there, I coordi- to take measures to ensure it remains in the downtown area, as they have in like the Lions Club, which started in As we’ve gone door-to-door speak- chemical-free manicures, pedicures nated events with local clothing shops this way for future generations. Millburn; 1929, and others have just launched ing with the residents of Garwood, and other services. Knowing so many to host fashion shows, held book We can take steps toward greater Encourage residential installation this year, such as the Green Team. A the number of volunteers is truly im- friends and neighbors to be holistic signings with local cookbook author environmental sustainability as our of solar panels. I plan to review good number of volunteers have pressive and the community is really minded, I immediately wanted to in- Susan Greeley and invited Savory neighboring towns of Fanwood and Westfield Ordinance 2063, which served for decades. The list goes on getting behind this new idea as a way troduce Aisha to Westfield. We de- Spice of East Broad Street to speak Millburn have demonstrated: prohibits solar panels on the street- and their service to Garwood has made to celebrate service. We’re proud of cided on the spot to host a meet and directly to members and bring samples An outside organization can do an facing side of the roof. This ordi- it a special place to live. the tight-knit community Garwood is greet at her location. to the center. energy audit and upgrade of our mu- nance limits the ability for homes to As a way to encourage and cel- and hope to help it progress into the It was a natural choice to partner My genuine involvement in the nicipal buildings at no cost to the take advantage of solar energy. Solar ebrate volunteerism, we’ve come up future. with Amanda from Fettle and Fare – community provides an up close, per- town; panels have become aesthetically with an idea to start a rewards pro- Sara Todisco a little gem serving up organic offer- sonal view into the needs and wants Reinvigorate the Westfield “Green pleasing and can be indiscernible from gram. Volunteers would be able to get Garwood Council President and ings, located in the old Dominos lo- of our residents. As your candidate Team,” which was created in 2009 traditional roofing materials since the a rewards card that would entitle them Candidate cation on West Broad Street. Further for Town Council, I see limitless pos- but seems to be underutilized; ordinance was passed. An amend- to discounts at participating local Russ Graham, Council Candidate enhancing the experience, special- sibilities for promotion. It is how I’ve Work to enforce New Jersey’s anti- ment would allow residents to save ties like scones and cucumber-mint always approached Westfield as a idling laws, especially in school zones; money and energy. Garwood DPW Workers Should Be sandwiches were to be featured by citizen – hosting regular new busi- Create an innovative environmen- By researching and implementing Mullberry House, a tea shop on ness open houses, pairing two or three tal community project, along the lines environmental solutions, Westfield can Recognized By Borough Westfield Avenue. new businesses at a time and inviting of Fanwood’s Nature Center, to im- receive the benefits of certification by Highlighting these three South Side the public – things that are good for prove and educate town residents Sustainable Jersey, including finan- I am a former Garwood town em- DPW workers. The town recognizes businesses on one lovely evening, we the community at large. It welcomes about Westfield’s green spaces, like cial incentives and grants. Those grants ployee who worked 30 years for the the police department and certain invited the public to mingle and the engagement of our residents to the Dunham Avenue Bird Sanctuary. would then allow our sustainability borough, most of it in the heat, cold, other people of the community, and sample products. actively participate in the success of Projects like this serve a dual purpose efforts to pay for themselves. Beyond rain, and snow. Throughout these it’s well deserved, but the DPW should As an active member in our com- our local entrepreneurs. I would en- of engaging community residents and this, we will continue to preserve this years, I sacrificed my time to enter- also be included. The fact that the munity and a small business owner thusiastically work with the commu- increasing town-wide environmental beautiful town we all call home. tain the senior citizens of Garwood, DPW workers currently receive no myself, it is always my instinct to nity, local businesses and the Down- awareness and sustainability; Michael Dardia for which I thoroughly enjoyed do- recognition is a slap in the face and is connect local businesses to the par- town Westfield Corporation to cross- Complete a natural resource inven- Ward 2 Town Council Candidate ing. They are good people who ap- totally disrespectful, since they’ve ticular residents they would appeal promote business and create a culture preciated what I did for them, and I given their blood, sweat, and tears to to. During my employment at Trader of collaboration. Are Greedy Landlords Really to will never forget these experiences. the town. Joe’s, I wrote a proposal coordinat- For these reasons, I ask for your Due to this, I desire for the town to All in all, the Garwood DPW does ing tours with the local South Avenue vote on November 7 to represent the Blame? Let’s Address The Facts recognize not only myself, but more a lot for the community and its citi- Weight Watchers. This was an initia- 4th Ward on the Westfield Town Coun- importantly, my fellow DPW work- zens. Anyone who starts working for tive long sought by both companies, cil. In some Westfield circles false news Using a real example, a new lease of ers for their years of service to the this town and puts in the time and is saying that landlords’ rent expecta- good space on street level in 1987 was and I was thrilled to pair my Trader Dawn Mackey Borough of Garwood. sacrifice should be commended for Joe’s product knowledge with my tions are unrealistic. Let’s address rented for around $20 per sf after ex- I am not happy about the lack of it. We are all employees of Garwood, Candidate For W4 Westfield Council facts. penses. Using the U.S. Bureau of Labor respect shown to former Garwood a safe and respected borough. This is CoSTAR, LoopNet, Showcase, and Statistics to adjust for inflation over the DPW employees, including myself. simply my opinion. I was the previ- Recognize Proven Achievements Cityfleet are the primary way com- 30 years to 2017 that rent should be The town has a bulletin board which ous foreman who cares about his fel- As a 44-year resident in beautiful tion, and kindness have been seen mercial property owners and agents almost $50 per sf. In fact, in 2017 one shows its events and occurrences. I low workers and friends. I hope this Westfield, I’d like to remind others of and felt by residents not only at his rent and sell space. A careful study of would be lucky to get a tenant paying would have been ecstatic if they put letter is appreciated and taken into the tremendous value Mayor Andy yearly Memorial Day speeches, 9/11 LoopNet listings shows Westfield has $25 to $32 a sf. Even that does not my name on it and thanked me for my consideration. Skibitsky has been to our town. Commemoration talks, his videos about 100,000 square feet [sf] of com- reflect the full impact of expenses men- service. Not only does this apply to Jeffrey Atkinson He listens as shown by his weekly during downtown events promoting mercial space available for rent in tioned in the previous paragraph. myself, but also to former and current Garwood Saturday meetings with residents, his the success of our town, but also the more than 30 units. Let’s look at sales prices of com- availability during public events in many opportunities we have had to Let’s look at facts comparing 1986/ mercial real estate downtown com- They Will Not Be Hosting A Freeholder town, his constant striving for im- listen to him over the years. He has 7 with 2016/17; a 30-year period. In pared with residential house sales. provement in the Downtown, the certainly earned our respect and ad- 1987 the Westfield business district Commercial properties in the last sev- Candidate Debate This Year parks—the entire town, always keep- miration. real estate tax rate per $100 was $1.950 eral years sell for $175 to $200 per sf ing public safety his number one pri- As someone who does most of her compared to the 2016/17 rate of while residential houses sell for $350 The League of Women Voters will tioned earlier there will be no debate ority and always being gracious to shopping via amazon.com, etc, I un- $9.748, or a 500.0 percent increase to $375 per sf [source town tax asses- not be hosting a Freeholder candidate this year and I urge voters to visit the our citizens. derstand why businesses have had to (yes five times). In 2017 many com- sor files]. Commercial properties are debate this year. Admittedly, I was a aforementioned website to learn what He takes action: stopping the 150 close shop in Westfield, and I particu- mercial rents include $6 to $10 a sf just selling for around 50 percent less bit disappointed as I felt that I was the candidates think on various top- foot tower from being built, banning larly admire the continued study and for real estate taxes per year. Building than residential homes per sf. Both well prepared based on my 4 years as ics. Out of curiosity I checked it out Rahway Ave. train whistle, introduc- recommendations proposed by Mayor insurance, utilities, maintenance and types of properties are helped in keep- a mayor where the meetings were myself and was amazed to see that ing solar power parking meters, in- Skibitsky to remedy the downtown other rent related costs have all gone ing value since mortgage interest rates fairly “lively” and well attended by Democratic Freeholder Candidates creasing the number of parking situation in recognition of today’s up well over 3 percent each year com- are about 4 percent compared to 6 the local residents. Rather, the League are of the exact same mind as one spaces, maintaining strong fiscal man- customer’s proclivity for on-line shop- pounded. Real estate brokers usually percent a decade ago. Since commer- queried by email those running for another. My question to the readers is agement. This is a small portion of ping. He always keeps the best inter- get about 5 percent of the first five to cial real estate is rationally owned for the office and posted our answers to how often do you personally use the what Mayor Skibitsky has done for ests of Westfield in mind. 10 years net rent up front, even if the investment purposes only (unlike three questions on their website at word nexus on a weekly basis? I don’t Westfield. I particularly admire Andy’s non- tenant defaults after a few years. In- homes which often reflect personal www.vote411.org/ballot. believe I ever have in conversation His work has been recognized: His partisan approach to all decisions creasingly, desirable tenants want six factors/desires), when rental demand The questions focused on three ar- unless I was talking about shampoo. handling of super storm Sandy, made and his active participation in months (or more) free rent and/or sub- goes down, values go down often eas and I dutifully responded by put- Angel Estrada “While Union Westfield’s USA recognition as “Best all Westfield events. What’s the old stantial cash payments from the land- faster. This fact discourages intelli- ting my personal thoughts on the sub- County is at the nexus of one of the Downtown Shopping destination in saying, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” lord during the fit-out period and to- gent owners from maintaining and jects into my own words. At least that region’s most powerful and effective NJ,” Standard & Poor’s recognition As Former President, Westfield ward the cost of fit out, even if the improving buildings which prolonged is what I did, but cannot say the same public transportation and highway of Westfield as one of 3 percent of NJ Board of Education, Rotary, Westfield costs are of no use to anyone but the is bad for everybody. for my Democratic opposition. Dur- networks, the County Freeholder towns with a AAA bond rating, just to Foundation, I support Andy. specific tenant. All of this substan- Tim Harrington, Westfield Owner ing my first Freeholder debate I no- Board provides Paratransit Services tially reduces the after expenses rent to name a few of his achievements. Gail Cassidy Madison ticed that when a question was asked to seniors in need,…”. His personal characteristics of sin- Westfield the landlord while increasing the risks. the Democratic candidate to my left Angela R. Garretson Ditto and cerity, integrity, sensitivity, dedica- would start leafing through several Christopher Hudak Ditto as well. I Ask You To Support Jimmy Corcoran sheets of paper. What was curious The other questions take the same Some Of The Many Reasons I Support about her actions was that she was not route and are generally word for word Who Is Running In Our Ward being asked the question. She was with few variations to the point of Mayor Skibitsky For Re-Election preparing for her turn to answer. If the being one’s chuckle for the day. Do the Over the last ten plus years I have Jimmy is my neighbor. I see how subject was the Open Space Trust voters really want everyone to be of With the many inaccuracies and mis- process that would be needed to seek had the honor of serving as one of tirelessly he works as a father, a coach Fund she produced a printed state- the same mind or should there be some representations being tossed around approval and funding and what our your Town Council Representatives and a candidate. When Jimmy is not ment regarding the Open Space Trust occasional differences of opinion, dif- regarding our current local government, next steps should be and to whom. from the Second Ward. I was and at work or at the soccer field he is Fund, if it was Shared Services she ferent creative ideas of their own and I wanted to share my experience in This past winter, the project was ap- continue to be thrilled and humbled walking the Second Ward as a candi- did the same and so on. When called not a professional writer. Also, a can- working with Mayor Skibitsky and some proved and is currently in the design to represent you. Listening to resi- date. I have had the pleasure of spend- upon to answer she would read from didate on their line is riding the coat of the many reasons I am supporting stages. I am happy to have been a small dents’ concerns, advocating for the ing a lot of time getting to know the prepared sheet even if her state- tails of the current and past boards and him for re-election. part of this endeavor but even prouder Second Ward, and having a leader- Jimmy, and I can honestly attest to his ment did not actually pertain to the not running on her own track record. A few years back when I began to have the smart leadership in our ship role in our town government is genuine love for Westfield and his particular direction of the question I am proud of my accomplishments serving as a board member for the government who listens to each and an awesome responsibility. I thank motivation to be part of its’ leader- but another facet of the trust fund as a mayor, to include bringing in the Girls Softball League of Westfield, I every constituent regardless of his or you for your trust and support. ship. He is extremely earnest in his entirely. It should be noted that she lowest tax increase in 12 years, ensur- reached out to the Mayor’s office to her political affiliations and/or previ- As you know each Ward has two desire to give back to a community he was not the only one of the opposition ing that our emergency management solicit an appointment to discuss the ous relationships. Prior to this election representatives; today I ask you to loves so much. who was doing this same thing. My dept. was brought into compliance, lack of bathroom facilities at Memo- my involvement in local politics ex- support Jimmy Corcoran who is run- Please support someone who will suspicions were confirmed during the having the best plowed roads in the rial Field. Our Board President and isted solely in my private vote on ning in our Ward to fill the other represent you well. Vote for Jimmy next debate as was the fact that these county, updating our communication myself attended and we presented our Election Day. However, after getting Second Ward seat. Corcoran on November 7. I trust people did not prepare their state- systems and bringing the Chamber of data and reasons for which we were to know the Mayor, and seeing his Jimmy is of one of the finest, hard- Jimmy; he has strong leadership at- ments themselves. It was obvious to Commerce back to the borough en- asking for direction and help in mov- warm and welcoming leadership, I got working people I know. He possesses tributes, real passion for Westfield, me that someone else did the ghost couraging the growth of small busi- ing along this project. Mayor Skibitsky involved to support his re-election. I all the qualities I believe a great repre- and a commitment to keeping writing for them as the verbiage was ness. I ask for your support in No- was honest and open to the idea, real- feel strongly that experience matters sentative should have. Jimmy is smart, Westfield the wonderful place it is as not conversational in tone or content. vember and the residents can be rest izing the benefit it would bring to the in local government and Mayor interested in helping others, a tireless well as adding new ideas to help Fast forward to this year’s election assured that I will look out for your town as a whole and to the many Skibitsky has my vote this November. worker and passionate about Westfield. make Westfield even more amazing. on Tuesday, November 7thand as safety, health and welfare regardless parents and players both softball and Michelle Pierce Although Jimmy and his wife Connie Thank you and please do not forget usual there are three seats open and of which town you reside in. soccer who use the field almost year Westfield are very busy raising four beautiful to vote on November 7, 2017 – every round. He began by explaining the six candidates to choose from, voters Patricia Quattrocchi, Clark little girls, all under the age of seven, vote counts. will each choose three. As I men- GOP Candidate for UC Freeholder Jimmy did not hesitate for a second to JoAnn Neylan We Support Michael Dardia for get involved, serve on committees and Ward 2 Councilwoman run for Town Council. Westfield She Would Not Promise To Fix The Westfield Town Council, Ward 2 Former Colleague Supports Sidewalk In Front Of My Shop It is with great pleasure that we parking. Moreover, we appreciate the When I first met Shelley Brindle, I Change the culture of our town gov- write this letter enthusiastically en- fiscal responsibility Mike has devel- Shelley Brindle for Mayor was impressed. I was impressed with ernment to be inclusive, creative, and dorsing Michael Dardia in his cam- oped throughout his career in leading her intelligence, her experience and collaborative and the strategy and paign to become a member of the operations for major academic medi- As a 40-year Westfield resident, of her greatest qualities during her her passion. But I was also uneasy. I’d tactics will follow and will be action- Westfield Town Council, Ward 2. We cal centers in the area. Mike under- I’m writing to lend my support for time at HBO. Rather than saying an seen her announcement video and able and impactful. Shelley’s experi- first met Mike about seven years ago, stands the issues that are important to mayoral candidate Shelley Brindle. I outright no to an idea, she would heard the message about open com- ence at a large and successful organi- as a member of the Westfield Youth Westfield, and he is precisely the kind met Shelley in 1999, and we worked think about the practical and eco- munication, collaboration, and chang- zation tells me that she’s right; that it Lacrosse coaching staff for one of our of leader we need in this community. together at HBO for 10 plus years nomic implications and determine if ing the culture. But I wanted to hear worked at HBO and it will work for sons’ teams. In observing him coach We are proud to support his candi- where I was the senior vice-president a concept would achieve the goals we the specific action plans and I thought Westfield. After 35 years as a mid- our son in lacrosse for several years, dacy. of information technology. We often were trying to accomplish together. shared our one-hour plus commute The leadership qualities I witnessed other Westfielders would want the level functionary, I still wanted to see we were always impressed with Megan and Mark Parmelee same. I expressed this to Shelley and “the plan” and I encourage all to read Michael’s success in emphasizing the Westfield from Westfield to New York. with Shelley in her executive posi- she responded in two ways. it at www.brindleforwestfield.com benefits of hard work, teamwork, Shelley impressed me with her vi- tions at HBO will translate to the First, she told me that she would Our mayor of 12 years is a good guy confidence and a positive attitude, PUBLIC NOTICE sion, which was always accompanied office of Mayor of Westfield. I’ve by goals to support it. She was re- had a sense for some time that the not make promises that she did not and does not bear the “blame” for all (both on and off the field) to the STATE OF NEW JERSEY know she could keep. She would not challenges facing Westfield. He’s players. Those lessons certainly con- ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL vered for being an early adopter of residents of our lovely town are not any new technology that drove effi- always aware of what’s going on “be- promise to fix the sidewalk in front of been a competent manager. What he tributed to the continued success of WINERY SALESROOM my shop until she knew where the has not been is a leader. The Town that team. We have also known Mike ciencies and improved communica- hind the scenes.” And there are things Take notice that Dominick Chirichillo tion. In my SVP of Information Tech- we all see, like crumbling curbs and money was coming from. She would cruised along fat, dumb and happy, and his family for many years as Wines, LLC trading as Domenico Winery not promise to “revitalize downtown” living by the old adage, “If it ain’t neighbors, which has given us an op- has applied to the Director of the Division nologies role, I was involved in streets that need to be paved, which until the 15 year old master plan could broke, don’t fix it.” I believe Shelley portunity to experience Mike’s hon- of Alcoholic Beverage Control for a Winery Shelley’s launch of HBO Go, the say to me – someone isn’t paying be replaced with a relevant and vi- Brindle embodies a proactive and esty, integrity, passion, intelligence Salesroom, to be situated at: Bovellas online streaming service that revolu- enough attention. On Shelley’s watch Bakery and Cafe, 1085 Rte 22 East, tionized how we watch television. as Mayor, she will pay attention and sionary roadmap for both short-term creative approach; “If you don’t fix it, and quick wit on a frequent basis. Mountainside, New Jersey 07092. and long-term development. it will break!” All of the qualities that make Mike Objections, if any, should be made im- This was innovated during the early get things done. The second part of Shelley’s re- I believe the time has come for a an excellent coach and friend are also mediately in writing to the Director: Divi- years of the Internet, and without Her energy, innovation and com- sponse focused on changing the cul- new vision and new strategy to serve those that make him an exceptional sion of Alcoholic Beverage Control, P.O. Shelley behind it, it wouldn’t have munication will serve her and all Box 087, Trenton, New Jersey 08625- moved along. Despite the difficulties Westfield residents well in her job as ture of our municipal government. all Westfielders. Shelly Brindle has candidate for the Town Council. We 0087. She related her experience with a my unqualified support to be that believe in his passionate vision to Domenico Winery with emerging technology, she un- our mayor. Please join me in casting large and successful organization that agent of change. reenergize our downtown, and to en- 1697 Industrial Road derstood the vision and was able to your vote for her November 7th. if you had to choose between vision gage the entire town in improving our San Carlos, California 94070 carry it through. Liz Flanagan Martin Silverman 2 T - 10/5/17 Shelley’s flexibility was also one and tactics, vision wins every time. Westfield roads, lighting, pedestrian safety and & 10/12/17, The Leader Fee: $37.74 Westfield Page 20 Thursday, October 12, 2017 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Good for Her Reaching Exec. Suite But Councilman Keith Loughlin Has No One is Entitled to Start at the Top Letters to the Editor Been There To Fight Our Fight I am troubled by the sense of en- about “her” town, one would never While political turmoil splashes the an overzealous developer sued our titlement when I think of the Demo- know about how well “our” town is Linda Habgood Has The Experience headlines on the national and state town to force affordable housing cratic candidate for Mayor of really doing. Thank God for the cul- political stage, steadfast leadership where it did not belong in our Ward. Westfield. Admittedly, I admire Mrs. ture of transparency Andy’s leader- To Be First Ward Councilman continues in Westfield’s 4th Ward. Now he is working hard to make sure Brindle’s accomplishment, working ship instilled over these past years. It is with proud enthusiasm that we This is the essence of leadership. Councilman Keith Loughlin, a life- that the improvements planned for her way into the executive suite. Some All of the facts that tell Westfield’s support Linda Habgood for the 1st So many of us know and respect long resident of Westfield, has served Tamaques Park are done with our time ago, a young professional caught great story are right there on our town Ward seat on the Westfield Town Linda, but may not truly know how us well over his tenure as our Coun- input and in proper scale to serve the that bug and played their game of website, in the full view of the public, Council. We have had the privilege of much time and effort that she has dedi- cilman. Every time our 4th Ward has needs of Westfield but protect the choice well enough and over time available to anyone who chooses to knowing Linda, her husband Gary cated as a volunteer. It’s worth know- needed his leadership, he has been rights of the local neighbors. earned themselves an opportunity to inquire. No complaints, no rhetoric Zanfagna, their boys Philip and An- ing because it speaks volumes about there to fight our fight. As our Councilman, whatever the compete in the private sector at a very or back room politics. No digital glitz. drew, and their extended family for who Linda is as a passionate and be- He was there for us to fight with problem, whatever the issue, who- high level. I am sure it took many- No paywall sourcing additional rev- the past 12 years. In addition to being nevolent volunteer and why she will the Federal Railroad Administration ever is in need regardless of neigh- many years of education, skills train- enue. Just facts that are easy to find. a wonderful friend, Linda is a suc- be a successful councilwoman. She to stop the train whistle at our border borhood, school district or party af- ing, and relationship building to suc- I am amazed by this platform of cessful finance professional, a com- co-chaired the Citizen Action Com- with Clark. He was there for us and filiation, Councilman Loughlin has ceed, and finally get to the summit. entitlement Mrs. Brindle casts her shiny munity activist and a tireless volun- mittee that supported the “Centralized stopped the Westfield Armory pro- been there for us. Now it’s our turn to This is what parents dream for their lure from. It’s this party where those teer. She has consistently applied her Kindergarten Bond.” She was the fi- posal to build a cell tower in our say THANK YOU by supporting him children; the passion and opportunity who are still disgruntled and upset about professional knowledge, work ethic nance chair for Presbyterian Nursery backyards. He was there working with and voting on November 7th for our to succeed over time, at whatever a media executive winning a federal and good character to fuel her pas- School and Kindergarten Board. She the Board of Education to create a 4th Ward Councilman, Keith they choose to do. election, package their very own media sion for our Westfield community. continues to be active in the Westfield comprehensive and fair plan to allo- Loughlin. Yet, I am certain Mrs. Brindle didn’t executive to rescue Westfield from those We have personal experience with Presbyterian Church as a Sunday cate the Westfield High School park- James Foerst start her career at the top when she darn “Surplus Builders”. the way Linda immediately steps up school teacher, a member of the Youth ing burden. He was there for us when Westfield chose to work in media. The first I What would make any of us in to build lasting relationships. Linda Commission, an advisor of one middle knew of Shelley was back in Febru- Westfield believe we need another and Gary invited us into their home school mission trip and three high I Support Habgood for Council And ary of this year, while reading the media executive telling us what to do, on our very first night in Westfield school trips and the head of the associ- coverage of the January 24th town never mind one that has not voted following a long move-in day. We ate pastor nominating committee. She council meeting for Westfield. Mrs. locally in 12 years? Mrs. Brindle recognized their hospitality as gra- was both a producer and director of Brindle for Westfield Mayor Brindle was there with her friend wants us all to bite down hard on that cious and welcoming. Three weeks the Washington School Show; a mem- I am writing in support of Linda Here’s what I’ve learned: to im- Marci Bendelli to complain that the shiny lure, yet offers no details to how later we attended our Arlington Av- ber of team in training triathlon team; Habgood for town council and Shelley prove our community, we need a ‘can town should have done something she is going to solve any of the issues, enue annual block party that Linda fundraising chair on WHS PTSO and Brindle for mayor. do’ attitude, a range of expertise and about Panera Bread leaving town. or for how she is going to bring every- helped organize and valued her abil- a member of the board of New Jersey In my more than 30 years in an openness to new ideas. Both had a Kasko tone to their rheto- one into this new transformative con- ity to integrate our family into our Festival Orchestra. These efforts evi- Westfield, I’ve been an active volun- Westfield works best when people ric. I wrote in the following week to versation. The public’s boardroom is new community. After that it was get- dence Linda’s ability and willingness teer in town. I created a downtown with diverse talents team up to deeply remind Mrs. Bendelli that we do not the protected environment execu- ting us involved in the Washington to give of herself and her time to make website in 1996 that evolved to the understand problems and devise rea- “community and public matters very tives use to keep employees and share- School show or some other local a positive impact on our community WestfieldToday site we have now. soned approaches to solve them. What well, here in Westfield,” and that “bul- holders in line. A mayor can’t just fundraiser. That same concept has that benefits all of us. Working with the DWC Design Com- is not going to work is relying on a lying of local government will only have their assistant call a complaint manifested itself time and time again It is a rare occasion when you can mittee, I helped store owners design patchwork of old proposals reas- bring negative attention to our com- line to inform a supervisor that their and we, as Westfield residents, have whole-heartedly support a candidate new facades for their store fronts, sembled to look “new” in an election munity”. By golly, the next I hear is adversary on an issue voted for Donald continued to be the beneficiaries. because you firmly believe in them, their bringing more vibrancy to our down- year. For example, canvassing incum- that Marci is heading up a political Trump as the means for settling mat- Linda has an extraordinary ability to character and ultimately their ability to town. I led an effort to change our bents can send a truck to fill a hole in activist group, and Shelley wants to ters of disagreement. build relationships and it is through do what’s best. Linda is that candidate! zoning laws to allow homeowners to the street once in a while, but is that preserve and build outdoor porches. really a substitute for a thoughtful, start her community and public ser- It takes years of service to build the those relationships that she has cre- Danny and Chrissy McManus vice at the very top, as our Mayor. reputation and brand equity of a ated the trust that has generated vol- Westfield And I helped restore the historic Reeve budgeted, open and easily available What a sense of entitlement, with- leader. It is nice to finally have Mrs. unteer efforts from so many others. House on Mountain Avenue as a com- plan to maintain our streets? out so much as picking up a rake for Brindle join the effort of helping our munity center that celebrates our his- Linda and Shelley are campaign- our community, without spending even community. We could always use Watch Shelley’s Videos tory and our future. ing for a new, open and welcoming a moment of her time to contribute her ideas, just not disingenuous com- I’m an engineer and a computer approach — and they have the expe- vote these past 12 year’s. Mrs. Brindle plaints. For twenty plus years, Mrs. And Weekly Interviews scientist. It’s been a privilege to work rience to make it happen. Linda has now wants to breeze back into town, Brindle has been welcome to the ef- with many wonderful people - from over 30 years of experience as a fi- dismiss the hard work of the many fort. However no one is entitled to I grew up in Westfield – lived on believe in her, too. architects and carpenters to artists, nancial advisor and is a specialist in people, volunteers, and servants bust- start their service at the top, before Prospect Street, South Euclid and now I encourage you to read about homemakers, bankers, and more. raising debt and equity capital. Shelley ing their #%* to keep Westfield thriv- they have contributed their first local above a pizza shop in downtown. My Shelley and her platform at, Trust me when I say, we all came from rose through the ranks at HBO, a ing, to claim she knows better. vote, and certainly not while they’re friend Jayne and I started Greta’s Run brindleforwestfield.com. Then have different perspectives. But with a lot Fortune 500 company, to become the Mrs. Brindle’s first service to the still complaining about Westfield’s here, I coached swimming during a conversation with your friends, of listening, a sense of humor and a first female in their executive C-suite. public was to offer a complaint, and progress or surplus. college, drove Coach Martin crazy neighbors, and family. shared drive for change, we over- Both have established records of she continues to complain. In fact, during track practice at Westfield High We’re in the final stretch to Election came the inevitable complications and smarts, guts, vision – and success. Edward Stellingwerf School, walked home from Roosevelt Day on November 7th, and Shelley Shelley Brindle complains so much Westfield disagreements to succeed in getting I believe we should reach across with my friends, and broke my arm and I need you to get there! Whatever things done. party lines to find creative solutions We Need Lacey Rzeszowski In jumping off a swing at Franklin. you can do to get out the vote for Lately, though, our town govern- that are based on experience and in- I am who I am because of the people Shelley, is exactly what we need. Get ment seems stuck. Too often, our town terest — not just personal relation- in this community, and the experiences in on the excitement with us! is run by what seems to be an “insid- ships or party loyalty. This town was New Jersey General Assembly that brought us together. Westfield is Interested in attending one of our ers club.” There are complex chal- built on the contributions of so many I am writing to endorse Lacey now, five years later, we are fighting my home, even when I leave. events? Email me at, lenges that need to be addressed. Why volunteer visionaries who moved us Rzeszowski for NJ State Assembly in an inconceivable pro-gun agenda fu- For the opportunity to work on [email protected] are our parking spaces filled and our ahead by digging in. Shelley Brindle the 21st district. I originally met her eled by the $30 million that the NRA Shelley Brindle’s campaign, I turned Watch Shelley’s videos and weekly stores empty? Do we have a plan for and Linda Habgood are the leaders through our joint work as grass-roots donated to Donald Trump. down a dream job in May, moved interviews at facebook.com/ pedestrian and bike safety? Or reviv- who will re-ignite that spirit and I am advocates for common-sense gun laws. Without Lacey in our General As- back from NYC, and am taking this brindleforwestfield ing our historic downtown? How can delighted to endorse them. On October 1, 2015, I founded the sembly, we allow Nancy Munoz and semester off from grad school at Co- Let’s do this! we build new revenue streams to re- Union County chapter of Moms De- Jon Bramnick to continue to put their lumbia University because I abso- Karrie Hanson Ben Nanna duce the demand on property taxes? Westfield mand Action for Gun Sense in moral conscience behind their desire lutely believe Shelley is the Mayor Westfield America, a non-partisan organization for 100 percent NRA support. We Westfield needs next. I need you to dedicated to ending the epidemic of allow concealed carry reciprocity to Shelley Brindle was Born to Run gun violence in America. That Octo- gut our strong laws—allowing any- We Are Excited to Vote for Brindle To ber 1st was the date of the Umqua one with a permit from out-of-state to For Westfield Mayor Community College shooting in Or- carry in New Jersey, however reck- Be Next Mayor of Westfield As a resident of 07090 since 1991 placency and wants to “create a town egon, and is now the anniversary of lessly it was obtained. We allow si- My family has called Westfield knows how to lead, innovate, empower, and a two term Board of Education governing culture that is reflective of our newest loss, 59 lives taken by a lencers on guns, so gunshots aren’t as home for almost 60 years. My wife’s engage, and above all, get results. Member, I am officially declaring my the spirit of our community, open and murdering gunman in Las Vegas. loud as they used to be. We allow the family has been here nearly 40 years. Shelley has proven that she has the support for Shelley Brindle to be- collaborative which reflects the What will October 1st look like false myth that victims of domestic We’re Westfield “lifers” by choice. passion, the skills, and the grit needed come Mayor of our great town on makeup of our town.” More citizens next year, and the year after that? We abuse should keep a gun in a bedside There’s a reason that we, and many of to propel Westfield forward. We are Election Day. This election is not need to be involved so all voices can are actually at the point now in table, when hard statistics show that our former classmates, are now rais- excited to vote for Shelley Brindle to about Republican vs. Democrat. This be heard. I believe she can change the America that we experience a mass this will endanger their entire family. ing our children here. We know the be the next mayor of Westfield. election is about the future of our very stale local government of today shooting (four or more people dead) And the list goes on. many wonderful things that have made town and realizing that we must look using the latest technology to get ev- almost every day of the year. So much Lacey is hell-bent on stopping this Sean Manahan Westfield a destination in our lives, Westfield forward and not in the rear view mir- eryone involved. so, that anniversaries of enormous public health crisis. Having seen her and not just a stop along the way. ror anymore. The time for back slap- Westfield needs “Fresh Eyes”. I think shootings are now being duplicated. work over the past two years, I know From the downtown, to the schools, PUBLIC NOTICE ping and talking about the good old all of us want to know why we have a Think about that. An entire calendar that she has the moral courage, deter- to our neighbors, there is so much to days has come and gone. $12Myn surplus when clearly we have filled with grief. mination and energy to do it. We need BOROUGH OF GARWOOD love. This is a great place to live. PLANNING BOARD I mean no disrespect to our current infrastructure needs not being met. All I left Moms Demand Action lead- her to protect our families, since our And yet, I’m concerned. We can’t Mayor and must say Andy is a very of our taxes since 2005 when our ership in March of 2017 to join current officials will not do it. It is afford to take Westfield’s future for NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING good man and deserves all of our current Mayors tenure began have gone Lacey’s campaign team. It had be- time to reclaim our country from com- granted. Our world is changing more In accordance with the Ordinances of gratitude for his long service to our up over 65 percent and the value has come increasingly clear to both of us plete disregard for our safety. and more each day. An obvious ex- the Borough of Garwood, and the statutes community. Having worked with him diminished. Shelley has been research- that we could not rely on our incum- Please join me in voting for Lacey of the State of New Jersey, Notice is hereby ample, and one that has been dis- given that an application for development while on the Board of Education I ing extensively what our neighbors are bent elected officials to make change Rzeszowski on November 7th. Your cussed a great deal in town lately, is the (No. PB17-08) to be located in a LI (Light know personally of his caring and doing right so we can make the changes on this issue. We were discouraged, vote can literally save lives. “retail paradigm shift,” and its impact Industrial) Zone on the premises known as dedication for Westfield. But the fu- necessary ourselves. but undaunted, when they declined to on our downtown. Our shopping needs BLOCK NO. 211, LOT NO. 11, with an ture is what matters now and I be- Lastly our downtown issues need to act in the wake of the elementary Laura O’Brien address of 3 Lincoln Avenue, Garwood, Scotch Plains and expectations have changed. We New Jersey 07027, has been submitted by lieve, like we have in the Presidency, be seriously addressed. Why are towns school shooting in Sandy Hook. But have to embrace that change if we DJB Holdings, LLC, Applicant, 3 Lincoln two terms is enough. Three is kind of around us thriving when other towns want Westfield to remain a bustling Avenue, Garwood, New Jersey 07027. ridiculous and four, well that’s just are not losing tenants on a daily basis. The development involves an applica- Shelley Brindle Is Fiscally Responsible town with a vibrant community —one tion for minor site plan approval to improve not giving anyone else a chance. The answer is simple, parking. Former with its best years still ahead of it. If we the site by replacing the existing crushed The Westfield of today I am proud Mayor Tom Jardim was right in the With Record of Success want a Westfield that our own children stone driveway and parking lot with con- to say has one of the best school 1990’s and all you have to do is look at will want to raise their families in crete and asphalt, and improve storm wa- systems in the country. We continue Summit to see what went right there, I am a registered Republican. I am South Orange, grant money made ter runoff by implementing an infiltration years from now, we have to build a to have dedicated taxpayers willing and what went wrong here. Shelley has voting for Shelley Brindle. Let me tell possible a jitney service that makes trench that runs along the property’s edge. bridge to that future. to support our 6600 students and send a plan. I for one am willing to give her you why. First, I’d like to congratulate trips to and from the train station. The applicant will also improve the site to This past April, the Mayor’s Down- comply with the minimum open space or- out into the world our children with a a chance to make it happen. Andy on doing an excellent job as We need innovative ideas like these. town Task Force assessed the situation dinance [106-98D(7)] by adding landscap- huge advantage. Credit for that goes So the choice is clear. Westfield mayor these past 12 years. I have We need smart development down- ing between the sidewalk and proposed and suggested recommendations to to the taxpayers willing to support the needs progress, not status quo. I look nothing but good things to say about town that can solve our parking prob- concrete parking lot. There will be no ad- address the challenges we are facing. justment to existing buildings or utilities. best teachers, administration and yeah forward to casting my vote for Shelley him, but 12 years is a very long time. lem, while creating new sources of The applicable ordinances from which re- The status quo must be challenged, or revenue (non-tax revenue!) for the Unfortunately, the recommended solu- Board of Education possible. But Brindle and in my local ward Michael tions were incremental rather than stra- lief from requirements is sought and/or are there is more to Westfield than just Dardia who shares her vision. I would we will lapse into complacency and town. Our current strategy of raising tegic. My wife, Adrienne and I both satisfied by prior nonconforming uses are: that and Shelley is running for Mayor also strongly suggest my good friend fall behind the times. After many con- revenue through strict parking en- 1) 106-98D(1), which requires minimum versations with Shelley Brindle, I am forcement, not only creates animos- appreciate what Mayor Skibitsky and lot area of 30,000 square feet. The existing because she actually has a plan and a Linda Habgood for Ward 1. I will the Task Force have done, but the fact area is 17,488 square feet, and that is the vision for what is possible in Westfield address Linda and Michael in a future convinced she will improve the lives ity, but is counter-productive, hurting is, the report came up short. It did not go area proposed for approval and is a prior and as a taxpayer, I don’t really see letter. of residents and our business commu- residents and business owners. We nonconforming use. far enough in addressing how we can any choice but to vote for the future, nity. Shelley has the vision and leader- need new leadership with a fresh per- 2) 106-98D(3), which requires minimum Mitch Slater move Westfield forward and get ahead, not the past. ship experience to return Westfield to spective. Someone who is open to lot depth of 200 feet. The existing lot depth Westfield instead of continuing to play catch up. is 86.3 feet., and that is the lot depth for Shelley has seen a culture of com- its proper place as a premier town in change and ready to work with resi- In an online, on-demand world, we approval and is a prior nonconforming our state, and our country. Yes, good dents to get things done. use. need to take a hard look at what it will things can get even better! Shelley is a leader at the highest 3) 106-98D(2)(b), which requires mini- Those Characteristics Have Given Us take to transform Westfield. We should mum rear yard setback of 10 feet. The For me, the challenges we face down- level of our society, in business, and existing rear yard setback is 4.6 feet, and town all stem from lack of adequate soon in public life. Leaders who sur- look at our neighboring towns, and towns across the country, to study and that is the rear yard setback for approval An Enviable Quality Of Life parking. Premium stores don’t want to round themselves with experts, (and understand what makes them success- and is a prior nonconforming use. As residents of our town for the last beset us, and the opportunities they open in town because there isn’t enough listen to them), and push for growth 4) ANY SUCH OTHER VARIANCES AS 32 years, we have always loved provide. parking to support their business and innovation while prioritizing trans- ful. This includes things like creating MAY BE REQUIRED IN ORDER TO AL- new revenue streams built on a modern LOW MINOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL. Westfield for its unique blend of That is why we were excited to hear model. Consumers head for the mall, parency with their constituents, are the downtown infrastructure and shared The Garwood Planning Board Will con- downtown charm, superior schools the vision for Westfield held up to us at because they can’t park in town. Res- best leaders. That is Shelley Brindle. duct a public hearing on this matter on work places where our best and bright- and services, and access to New York a recent meeting with mayoral candi- taurants and other retail formats open In our meetings and calls, I chal- Wednesday, October 25, 2017 at 7:30 PM est can meet up and create together. We City. Nourishment of those charac- date Shelley Brindle. As a long-term and close quickly because shoppers lenged Shelley on her commitment to in Council Chambers, 403 South Avenue, need a vision for the future, developed Garwood, New Jersey 07027. Any person teristics has given us an enviable qual- resident, parent and commuter, she and diners have no place to park. It’s fiscal responsibility and I stand fully in partnership with the entire town that or persons affected by this application will ity of life. knows and cherishes our town. As a been this way for decades. It’s time to convinced that she wants to raise rev- have an opportunity to present any objec- leverages the incredible intellectual However, we are not immune from former C-suite executive in a major do something — really do something enue, not taxes. Shelley has run a $4- tions they may have to the proposed de- media company, she embraced change capital right here in our backyard. velopment. The Board does, however, have the pressures that have reshaped once- — about parking. billion business. She didn’t get to the the right to exclude repetitious testimony. vibrant townships all over our coun- to drive a new, innovative and success- These are solvable problems, but top of the mountain at HBO by being Shelley Brindle has such a vision, and knows how to bring people to- All documents relating to this application try. If we are to preserve and pass on ful business model. As a full-time, we have to be bold. Twenty years ago, a free spender. She’s the opposite of gether. After reading her platform, we may be inspected by the public Monday a vigorous and vital community for unpaid mayor, we think she will pro- Princeton turned a flat parking lot that. Shelley is fiscally responsible, through Friday between the hours of 9:00 current and future residents of vide the inclusive leadership Westfield into condos, retail space, a parking with a track record of success, growth, had the opportunity to talk to her, ask A.M. until 12:00 P.M., and 1:00 p.m. until her questions, and challenge her an- 4:00 P.M. in the Planning/Zoning Office, Westfield, we need to look hard at needs to keep us at the forefront of NJ garage, and a wonderful public plaza and accountability. She will work for swers. Her vision is more than just 403 South Avenue, Garwood, New Jer- ways in which we can shape change suburban communities. — all on favorable financial terms all of us. sey. words. Like us, she has a heartfelt to the benefit of our town. We need to We urge the support of The Westfield that continue to bring recurring rev- Please join me, fellow residents — Applicant appreciation for what makes Westfield engage all the many talents in our Leader readership for her vision and enue back to their town. We need to Republicans, Democrats, and inde- DJB Holding, LLC a special place (she chose to raise her Attorney for Applicant midst to improve our governance. We her platform in the upcoming No- be creative. In Summit, residents with pendents — and support Shelley with own family here for those very same Wayne S. Augenstein need to compete more effectively with vember municipal elections. commuter parking passes can receive your vote on November 7th. 533 South Avenue West other neighborhoods in suburban New reasons). And, just as important, Westfield, New Jersey 07090 Mervyn Turner Uber credits for rides into town, so Tony Cook Shelley has demonstrated throughout Jersey that have been more proactive Eileen Willoughby they can leave their cars at home. In (908) 232-2201 Westfield a long and successful career that she 1 T - 10/12/17, The Leader Fee: $60.69 in recognizing both the problems that Westfield A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 12, 2017 Page 21 The Man Who Came to POPCORN Dinner at WCP Battle of the Sexes We’ve Come a Long Way, Baby WESTFIELD – Westfield Com- In the cast are Steve Lemenille as 3 & ½ popcorns munity Players (WCP) opens its 2017- Sheridan Whiteside, Mary Elizabeth 2018 season with the classic comedy, Gismonde as Maggie Cutler One Popcorn, Poor — Two Popcorns, Fair — Three Popcorns, Good — Four Popcorns, Excellent The Man Who Came to Dinner, by (Whiteside's secretary), Debbie Badal Moss Hart and George S.Kaufman on as Lorraine Sheldon (the overstated By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER dragging the behemoth through the Saturday, October 14 at 8 p.m. It is Hollywood actress), Peter Curley as film critic jungle would weaken them. Thus it being directed by Linda Viel, pro- Bert Jefferson (the town's newspaper Watching Jonathan Dayton and only figures that marital difficulties duced by Jean Lioy and stage man- editor), Ed Bontempo as Beverly Valerie Faris’s Battle of the Sexes, followed when Oop’s wife, Mamie, aged by Stephen Mennella. It is being Carlton (the flamboyant English ac- about the events leading up to the discovered how to cultivate some rather produced by special arrangement with tor), Russell Ortiz as Banjo (the co- famous gender war/tennis match on tasty vegetation outside the cave. I Dramatists Play Service, Inc. medic actor), Jeffrey Milstein as Mr. September 20, 1973, between woman’s think it was broccoli rabe. So thanks, This comedy deals with Sheridan Earnest Stanley, Jill Palumbo as Mrs. champion Billie Jean King and former Mamie. Whiteside, an opinionated and arro- Stanley, Mary O'Connor as Nurse great Bobby Riggs, I tried to remem- In short, it is hard to relinquish tra- gant radio personality. Sheridan Miss Preen, Melissa Mugica and ber what I thought at the time. I like to ditional attitudes, even if honest evalu- Whiteside injures himself slipping on Adam Rosengarten as June and Rich- MUSIC WITH A BLUEGRASS BEAT…Members of the Chancel Choir of the think I applauded the dispelling of ation and hindsight show them as not ice and becomes an unexpected ard Stanely (the Stanley's daughter Presbyterian Church in Westfield (PCW) do vocal warm-ups with Music Director prejudices and welcomed the renais- only outmoded but detrimental to the houseguest for a prominent area fam- and son), Anne King as Harriet Stanley Paul Sanner at a recent Thursday night rehearsal. They will present, “The World sance it boded for the human race. commonweal. It’s called ily, the Stanleys. Whiteside proceeds (Mr. Stanley's eccentric and mysteri- Beloved: A Bluegrass Mass” on Sunday, October 29 at noon in the church’s Surely I didn’t opt for the he-man misoneism…a fear of the future. Truth to make brash proclamations and of- ous sister). Others in the cast are Alan sanctuary at 140 Mountain Avenue in Westfield. The 40-minute musical offering stance, afraid what it might mean to is, the old, when it’s no longer effec- fer his unsolicited advice to the fam- Foster as Dr. Bradley, Ian Federgreen is free and open to the public. my manhood if a female bested a male tive, must be compartmentalized. Cher- ily members. Confined to the house as Prof. Metz, Katterine Vasquez as in something other than childbirth. ish the memory if you wish. But seeing for a month, Whiteside drives his Mrs. McCutcheon, Susan Roberts as Nah, I couldn’t have. as we have only the future before us, it hosts mad by viciously insulting them, Mrs. Dexter and Richard Bull as lun- Blue Grass Mass Presented It’s mindboggling. While the more takes emblematic events like the ten- monopolizing their house and staff, cheon guest, Jose Rivera as John (the advanced, higher educated segments nis tussle between firebrand King and running up large phone bills, and re- butler) and Karen DiFabio as Sarah, of the world’s populace have more or hustler Riggs to alert us, as Mr. Dylan ceiving many bizarre guests, includ- the cook. At WF Presbyterian Church less embraced the equality of the sexes so astutely noted, that “The times they ing paroled convicts. However, The Man Who Came to Dinner and championed it for the betterment are a changin’.” Whiteside manages to befriend the runs weekends October 14, 21, 27, 28 WESTFIELD – “It’s just what we the Berkshire Choral Festival in 2011. of their societies, others dogmatically Playing out these changes at center Stanleys' children, June and Richard, at 8 p.m. and Sunday, October 22 at 2 need right now,” said Paul Sanner, the “I kind of filed it away but knew that resist it, as they do with most other court in illustration of the multi-lay- as well as Mr. Stanley's eccentric older p.m. music director at the Presbyterian one day I would like to have a choir progressive realities. Gosh, what’s the ered process it takes to continually sister Harriet. When a romance be- Tickets are $22; active military Church in Westfield (PCW) about the present it,” he said. big deal, a chromosome here or there? distance ourselves from the muck and gins between Whiteside's assistant, personnel and students are $10.0 Tick- upcoming musical presentation, “The The church’s organist/music direc- It makes me no great humanitarian to mire of our primeval past, Emma Stone Maggie Cutler, and a local reporter, ets are available on line at: https:// World Beloved: A Bluegrass Mass.” tor, who has been with the Presbyte- believe that little Brittany should be and Steve Carell are superb as Billie Bert Jefferson, he interferes with that app.arts-people.com/ On Sunday, October 29 at noon, the rian Church in Westfield for almost a given every educational and support- Jean King and Bobby Riggs. Coupled as well. index.php?ticketing=wcpnj. Chancel Choir will blend their voices year, thinks of the work as a beautiful ive opportunity in order that she might with the directors’ savvy sense of his- at the historical sanctuary located at tapestry. “In this 40-minute musical one day cure cancer or eradicate world tory, their example dramatically in- 140 Mountain Avenue at East Broad offering, we know there will be some- hunger. I just want to better the odds. forms how the progress of our species Street. thing to elevate each of us – musi- While anthropologists and social depends on the teaching and learning Musical Club of Westfield “The Mass of old texts coupled cians and audience alike,” Mr. Sanner historians might disagree upon the of reason. We suspect that even wise with new multiple-part choral writing said. actual turning point in American chro- guy male chauvinist Bobby Riggs knew To Host Benefit Concert is refreshing. That, combined in new The October 29 free concert is open nology when it became obvious that in his heart that anything less than total ways with surprising instrumentation, to the public and will only be a por- Women’s Lib would become not just a gender equality would spell defeat for will be inspiring for our congregation tion of the special day, Reformation hopeful wish, but a manifest impera- humankind. WESTFIELD – The Musical Club cial guests, performing instrumental and the community at large,” Mr. Sunday. Wired4Worship, the church’s tive, Battle of the Sexes aptly cel- Nonetheless, in the great American of Westfield is planning a special and vocal music of Chopin, Sanner explained. contemporary service held in the ebrates the idea. Putting forth a re- entrepreneurial tradition of spotting event for Sunday, November 19 which Tchaikovsky, Mussorgsky and other Professional guest instrumentalists church’s Westminster Hall, will cel- sponsible piece of sociology, it is both and filling a need, even if it’s some- will feature the musical heritage of noted composers, along with a won- on banjo, mandolin, string bass, fiddle, ebrate its 4th anniversary that day. seriously edifying and whimsically thing as socially obnoxious as pander- central Europe. Celebrating its 102 derful selection of traditional music. guitar and piano will provide the After the 10 a.m. service, the entire smart in its depiction of a mindset now ing to male phobic prejudice, Mr. year, The Musical Club is a 501(c) 3 Tickets for the event are $10 and in- unique accompaniment to the piece church is invited to have light refresh- as out of date as the elephant Carell’s Riggs epitomizes the inherent non-profit organization that offers clude a post-concert reception to meet that uses the structure a traditional ments from 11:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. bellbottoms some of the dramatis per- hypocrisy available to our less virtu- monthly performances by local and the artists. A 100 percent of ticket sales Mass. and then assemble in the Sanctuary to sonae are seen wearing. While at it, the ous profit seekers. But happily, or guest musicians, sponsors the monthly will go to the scholarship fund. Penned by Carol Barnett, and pre- hear, “The World Beloved: A Blue- film tackles another intolerance that there’d be no watershed tale to tell meetings and the yearly concerts of One of the dozen musicians per- miered in 2007, in her own words, she grass Mass.” needs nullifying. here, he meets his match in Miss King’s the Junior Musical Club, and sup- forming will be pianist Sophia says its purpose is “to bring the so- For more information about the Once referred to as “The love that guardian at the gate of destiny. While ports college music majors with schol- Agranovich. A Steinway Artist and lemnity of the classical-based Mass upcoming event or the church in gen- dare not speak its name,” a subplot, she humbly dismisses her iconicity, arships. internationally-acclaimed soloist, re- together with the down-home sparkle eral, call (908) 233-0301 or go online every bit as revolutionary as the story’s it’s intriguing when she matter-of-factly The upcoming November concert, cording artist and educator, she has of bluegrass.” He saw it performed at to their website at westfieldpc.org. sports-related cause célèbre, movingly corrects a colleague, noting that the Music From the Heart of Europe, is a been described as a bold, daring pia- etched in a behind-the-scenes discretion alleged witches of Salem weren’t biennial fundraising concert to sup- nist in the tradition of the Golden Age to underscore its taboo nature, delves burned, but hanged. port the Musical Club of Westfield Romantics. Ms. Agranovich has per- Award-Winning Play into Billie’s Jean’s much later divulged Doubtless the positive affirmation of scholarship program. Each year, col- formed in USA, Europe, Israel, and homosexuality. Seen now, yesteryear’s this educative and amusing film spells lege bound students from Union Canada, and has collaborated with culture not only seems curiously an- good news for lucky students whose County have the opportunity to apply renowned musicians and members of ‘Night, Mother in Rahway tique, but prompts what this sort of his- enlightened, civic-minded teachers will and audition for scholarships to assist major orchestras. Among her many torical eye-opener inevitably brings to wisely take time to show it in place of them as they pursue a degree in mu- awards are a First Prize winner of the RAHWAY – Fearless Productions of her intentions clear to her mother. mind: Under what other crazy, passé their day’s lesson. All of which has me sic. In 2017, the club granted over Ukrainian Young Artists and the Rahway will continue its 2017-2018 Will she or won’t she end her life? misconceptions are we still living? In peering back into the blur of yesteryear, $14,000 in scholarships. Each schol- Bergen Philharmonic competitions, season with the Pulitzer Prize-winning And why? Suspense builds as Thelma short, Battle of the Sexes is really a and wondering how I’ll respond when arship is renewable; providing up to a recipient of a Gold Medal and four and Tony Award-nominated ‘Night, desperately tries to alter her daughter’s metaphor for a far greater conflict. asked, “Daddy, what did you do during four years of financial support to Silver Medals from Global Music Mother by Marsha Norman, directed plans. Perhaps it goes back even before the the Battle of the Sexes?” young musicians. Awards, two Gold Medals from Pres- by Beatriz Esteban-Messina and per- Director Esteban-Messina explains, Sumerians, to Oog and Oop, neigh- *** This year’s Scholarship Concert tige Music Awards, Best Classical formed by Dawn Lanoue and Cynthia “I love the contradictory structure of boring cavemen once-upon-a-time di- Battle of the Sexes, rated PG-13, is will feature club members and spe- Solo from Akademia Music Awards, Ross. Performances will take place Fri- this play. Marsha Norman's ‘matter-of- vided over progressive Oog’s inven- a Fox Searchlight Pictures release di- and an Albert Nelson Marquis Life- day, October 20 and Saturday, October fact’ dialogue is both humorous and tion of the wheel. While Oog main- rected by Valerie Faris and Jonathan Westfield Historical time Achievement Award. She earned 21 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. in The Loft at horrifying as it shows an ordinary world tained it was now much easier to haul Dayton and stars Emma Stone, Steve Bachelor and Master Degrees at Union County Performing Arts Center contrasted by an extraordinary circum- home the wooly mammoths they killed, Carell and Andrea Riseborough. Run- Society’s AppleFest Juilliard and continued Doctoral stud- (UCPAC) in Rahway. stance.” reactionary Oop feared that no longer ning time: 121 minutes. ies at Columbia University. Ms. ‘Night, Mother is a story about a Tickets for ‘Night, Mother are $15 Planned This Weekend Agranovich is an esteemed peda- mother and daughter and about tak- and can be purchased online at WESTFIELD – The public is in- gogue, listed in ‘Who’s Who in ing control of one’s life in the face of ucpac.org, over the phone by calling This is your new home vited by the Westfield Historical America’ and ‘Who’s Who in the isolation and despair. The play opens (732) 499-8226, or by stopping by the Society AppleFest committee to the World’, NARAS voting member, pro- on just another Saturday night in the box office in person. The Union County we are talking about 9th annual AppleFest, on Saturday, gram chair of Music Educators Asso- home of Jessie and Thelma. Faced Performing Arts Center is located in October 14 from noon to 4 p.m. on ciation of NJ, and is the director of with the perception that her life no downtown Rahway at 1601 Irving Street the grounds of the Reeve History Classical Music Series at the longer has significant meaning, Jessie and is easily accessible to major roads and Cultural Resource Center lo- Watchung Arts Center. has decided to kill herself and makes and public transportation. cated at 314 Mountain Avenue in Westfield. 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C0427_12F 12/09/16 ture and art scene, while short talks by local experts will focus on Orwell’s 1984, which was published in 1949, “Issues relating to WWII,” “The Enigma Machine” and “His- tory of the “College Woman’s Club.” As sales go up Trivia, old fashion games and art contest for children, vintage children’s book exhibit and history displays that include a restored As sales go up, so do production, salaries and WWII jeep are sure to draw lots of the standard of living - and advertising is a attention. vital factor. By making your shopping easier, Cranford High School by bringing you information on new products, Opening Gala Concert new features and new ideas, advertising CRANFORD – Cranford High moves merchandise and keeps business School (CHS) Performing Arts De- humming. As a result, our industries work full partment will present its annual Open- ing Gala Concert on Thursday, Octo- time and the pickup is felt down the line from ber 12 at 7:30 p.m. The concert has store owner to you, the consumer. become a back-to-school tradition in Cranford and provides parents and the community a first look at the Advertising makes you the boss. To win your performing groups for the coming year. favor, competing products must constantly The concert features first perfor- be improved; to satisfy your needs, new mances from the Cranford High products must always be introduced. And School Concert Choir, Madrigal Choir, and newly formed co-ed a most important, as you buy more, production cappella ensemble, as well as the CHS costs drop ... and so do prices. Every day in Performing Arts Academy Dancers and Actors, the CHS Jazz Band and many ways, Advertising Benefits You! Cougar Marching Band. The Cranford High School spring musical production will also be announced. “Over the years, parents and com- The Westfield Leader munity members have said this is one of their favorite concerts of the year, The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES because they get a little taste of everything we do,” said Anthony Rafaniello, the new supervisor of fine 908-232-4407 [email protected] and performing arts for Cranford Pub- lic Schools. The concert is free and open to the public. Page 22 Thursday, October 12, 2017 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION ̈́ͳ͵ͷ ̈́͵ͷǡʹͳ Ǥ Ǥ ͻ͹͵Ǧ͹͸ʹǦͲͳͲͺ Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 3:30 Ǧǡ͹ͷ͸Ǥ Other concert dates: ǡ ʹͳǡʹͲͳͺ ͳͺǡʹͲͳͺ The Shanghai Quartet ͶǡʹͲͳͺ ʹʹǡʹͲͳͺ NJFO Kicks Off 35th Anniversary Season with ‘Serenades to Music’ WESTFIELD – The New Jersey mix of professionals and vocal devo- debut performance at St. Peter's Festival Orchestra will perform the tees, it prides itself in achieving Church of Morristown. first Westfield concert of its 35th high professional standards.” “Serenades to Music” is made Poets’ Apocalypse Event anniversary season on Saturday, Mozart's sublime 39th symphony possible through the support of the Oct. 14, at the Presbyterian Church – a Champagne-like sparkling mas- NJ State Council on the Arts, the in Westfield with “Serenades to Mu- terpiece showcasing both the ge- Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation and Planned in Fanwood sic,” a dramatic concert that com- nius of the composer and the talents The Jerome and Helene Dreskin bines voice, virtuoso violin and of NJFO musicians – brings the Family Trust. magnificent Mozart. celebration to a delightful and ener- For tickets, call (908) 232 9400, FANWOOD – The Carriage House was launched in 1998 at the Kuran Arts ments will be served. Internationally acclaimed Serbian getic close. email [email protected] Poetry Series will celebrate its 19th Center, an historic Gothic Revival struc- Come join the Carriage House zom- violinist Stefan Milenkovich will The Westfield concert will be pre- or go to anniversary with a special program ture that was once a 19th century car- bies for a ghoulishly good time. For join the festivities, bringing to life ceded on Oct. 13 with the orchestra’s www.njfestivalorchestra.org on Tuesday, October 17 beginning at riage house, hence the name of the more information call (908) 889-7223 Paganini's B minor violin concerto, 8 p.m. in the Patricia Kuran Arts series. The October 17th reading is free or (908) 889-5298. For information, one of the most dazzling scores ever Center on Watson Road, off North and open to the public. An open mic for and to see the Carriage House Poetry created for the instrument. Martine Avenue, adjacent to Fanwood readers who come in costume will fol- Series calendar, visit http:// “Stefan — up there with Joshua Mostly Music Chamber Borough Hall (GPS use 75 N. Martine low the featured performances. Refresh- carriagehousepoetryseries.blogspot.com. Bell, Sarah Chang and Hilary Hahn Avenue). to name but a few — is among the The program, called “Poets’ Apoca- ranks of the greatest violinists of Series Planned in Westfield lypse,” will play on the current popular- our generation,” NJFO Music Di- ity of zombies and the term “zombie rector and Conductor David Wroe WESTFIELD – “We are very ex- planned for this season are: apocalypse.” In the spirit of the season, said. “His talents as a virtuoso and cited to present seventeen extraor- October 29, 2017: The Shanghai and with Halloween just around the master interpreter have afforded him dinary guest artists in five perfor- Quartet playing Mendelssohn, corner, the evening will feature 10 New invites with orchestras across the mances this season, including the Bridge and Brahms. Jersey poets and readers who will read globe. That he comes to perform in Shanghai Quartet, violinist Ani January 21, 2018: Sextet playing their own poems and the works of such with the Festival Orchestra is a high- Kavafian, pia- Brahms, time-honored poets as Edgar Allan Poe, light for us, and without a doubt, he nist Anne- Bartok, Emily Dickinson, Dylan Thomas, Rob- will enthrall our audiences.” Marie Hindesmith and ert Service, and Sylvia Plath. The performance kicks off with McDermott and Dohnanyi. Performers will include Alan the famous “Serenade to Music” clarinetist February 18, Pizzarelli of Bloomfield as Bone Yard (from The Merchant of Venice) set David Shifrin. 2018: String the Poet Ghoul; Jagged, John to music by Ralph Vaughan Will- You can hear Trio plus piano McDermott; Nightmare, Nancy iams. The Choir of St. Peter’s music from playing Haydn, Lubarsky, and Undead, Deborah Morristown will partner with the Haydn to Elliott Mendelssohn, LaVeglia from Cranford. 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SPF HEISEY 449 PASS, 4 TDS; SANDERS 52-YD TD GRAB; CF’S ARAUJO 3 TD RUNS, 129 YDS Raider Gridders ‘Go for It’; Cougars Win 43-42 OT Classic

By DAVID B. CORBIN ing the Cougars a 43-42 victory. Stewart had 10 receptions for they get it,” Heisey said. expressed. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Two very different teams in their 148 yards. Laylor had seven re- “Dwight, Isaiah, Porter are all The Raiders totaled only 59 Win, lose or draw, the Scotch offensive style, the Cougars pre- ceptions for 85 yards, including dynamic players. Cooper with the yards on the ground on 24 car- Plains-Fanwood High School foot- ferred a ground game, while the TD receptions of 24 yards and 28 passes. We all played hard this ries but Heisey had a one-yard ball team and the visiting Raiders went to the air big time. yards and the two-point conver- game,” Sanders said. “What more TD push and Alex Oslio, who Cranford Cougars provided a Raider senior quarterback Coo- sion. Porter had seven recep- can you ask for?” carried 12 times for 60 yards, thrilling showdown in Scotch per Heisey, primarily using his tions for 67 yards, including a Unlike in the game against Sum- also added a one-yard TD bash. Plains that was decided in over- “Gang of 4” — Dwight Laylor, 12-yard TD, and Sanders grabbed mit when he was sacked 13 times, On the other hand, the Cougars time (OT). After the 3-2 Cougars Isaiah Stewart, Anthony Porter five passes for 122 yards, includ- Heisey received much better pro- stuck to the ground 50 times and scored a touchdown on their first and Justin Sanders — went to the ing a 52-yard circus catch that tection this time around. totaled 296 yards. Running back series in OT and Valentino air 49 times and completed 32 of ended up as a TD. Heisey also “Actually we lost two starting Anthony Araujo carried 18 times Ambrosio kicked the extra point, them for a total of 449 yards, connected three times with Javin linemen after last game, so we for 129 yards, including TD runs the Raiders followed with a touch- including four touchdown (TD) Scott for 37 yards. started Walter Thomas and Bobby of one yard, four yards and then down of their own and took a strikes, a two-point conversion “All those guys, Justin, Porter, Mount at right and left tackles. four yards in the OT period. gamble on a two-point conver- and an interception by Cougar Dwight and Isaiah do a great job. DJ DeVore at center has come a Shriner had 18 yards on five sion only to come up short, giv- James Shriner. The coaches pushed them to the long way. Alex Scott and Nick carries, including an eight-yard limit in the summer and even Smith at guard. They are getting TD. Mike Kalnins had a five-yard See & Subscribe at through the season. They keep better every single week and I TD run. goleader.com/ballyhoo making plays for me even when am really proud of them,” Heisey On his TD, Araujo recalled, “The BallyhooBallyhoo I throw the ball not so well and first one, I remember leaping. I saw a guy on the ground, so I Submit commentary and items for publishing. Probitas Verus Honos jumped in. The second one was Email to [email protected] l'ennemi du journaliste CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-2 Thursday, October 12, 2017 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary more photos next page

Legal Newspaper for Union County, Cranford off post. I saw the line blocking Quarterback Dan Curran, who Cadet was followed by Shriner’s But the Raiders’ offense woke with Oslislo’s one-yard plunge up perfectly and I ran down the carried 17 times for 102 yards, eight-yard TD run and Ambrosio’s up. After Ambrosio’s kick into the into the end zone. Heisey then field, locked it up. The third one completed eight of 14 pass at- PAT for a 14-0 lead with 3:53 left end zone, Heisey engineered a connected with Laylor for the was in overtime. There was a tempts for 100 yards, including a of the quarter. 13-play scoring drive that ended two-point conversion and a 14-8 hole and I went on the ground 19-yard TD strike to Josua Cadet score with 27 seconds left in the and got into the end zone. All of (2 receptions, 49 yards) and a quarter. them were off tackle. Jack Kelly two-point conversion. Araujo had Passing was the fare of the blocked it up perfectly. It started two receptions for 18 yards. afternoon for Heisey but Shriner’s from center. Dylan Budnik Sophomore Tommy Korzeneski interception cut a Raiders drive blocked it up. Pat Blowe, Mat- had two receptions for 39 yards, short but their defense forced a thew Savino, Dan Wesslock and including the two-point conver- Cougar punt to the SPF 30. Six Jack Carroll all blocked up to- sion. straight pass plays resulted in a day.” After a bungled punt gave them TD when Porter snagged Heisey good field position at their own 12-yard pass in the center of the 44, the Cougars marched 56 end zone with 1:25 left in the Reading is Good For You yards on eight plays, ending with half. Max Toll’s point after gave Kalnins’ five yard TD run with the Raiders a 15-14 lead. During 5:25 left in the first quarter. that drive it appeared that Cou- Ambrosio kicked the first of his gar defensive back Elijah Arroyo five points after. As the kickoff made an interception but an in- specialist, Ambrosio would put terference penalty put the ball four into the end zone. back into the Raiders’ hands. The Cougars’ defense held the The Raiders extended their lead Raiders to three-and-out and to 22-14 when Heisey connected Shriner’s punt return put the ball with Laylor in the left end zone on the Scotch Plains-Fanwood for a 24-yard TD. The Cougars goleader.com/subscribe 38. A 30-yard completion to Josh CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-3 Thursday, October 12, 2017 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary more photos next page

immediately answered with an Araujo’s four-yard off-tackle slant gambled but the Cougar center “We knew they were going to little bit, try and move our guys eight-play, 65-yard scoring drive for the TD. line made the game-winning be gunning it down the field the that included Korzeneski’s spec- back. Once they pounded the Arroyo’s bat down of Heisey’s stuff. whole game. We had to adjust a ball against us, we had to adjust. tacular 36-yard catch and Cadet’s pass on fourth down gave the 12-yard TD reception with 6:03 I just got to do what I was coached ball back to the Cougars but to do. I had to come out and do remaining in the third quarter. Laylor, playing linebacker, did Curran completed the two-point what they said and it worked,” the same to put the ball back into Arroyo explained. conversion to Korzeneski to tie Heisey’s hands. After an eight- the score. “I didn’t want to have the game yard pass to Laylor, Sanders go to overtime. I wanted to drive An 11-yard sack of Heisey by made his circus catch and sped Cougar linebacker Chris Giuditta it down get the win. But it is what to the end zone to complete a it is and they did a good job of and lineman Rob Schork con- 52-yard play and to tie the score vinced the Raiders to punt. stopping Cooper,” Araujo said. at 36. “I don’t think we were a team at Cranford took over at its 33 and “All I can say is that when you with the help of Araujo’s 47-yard the beginning but we have come want it bad enough, you are go- a long way. I mean 35 points last breakaway run to the Raider ing to get it. That was a moment eight, followed by Anthony week’s game, 42 this game. We that I really keyed in on myself are definitely growing as a pro- DeCostello’s seven-yard run, the and I told myself that this is for Cougars took a 29-22 lead when gram. Unfortunately it doesn’t the team,” Sanders explained. show on our record,” Heisey said. Araujo launched himself over the “I’m hungry for the next game.” pile for a one-yard TD with 2:03 “I really thought we won states Cranford used four running after this game. I was ready to left in the third. plays to score in overtime when In a span of five minutes, Heisey break out in tears. I fought so Araujo went off-tackle again for hard. My body is ready to shut and the Raiders moved the ball four yards. Ambrosio nailed the from their own 20 to the Cranford down right now,” Arroyo ex- point after for a 43-36 lead. The pressed. end zone in 12 plays, including Raiders’ chances were in jeop- eight in the air, when Heisey ardy when Heisey’s pass attempt Cranford 14 0 15 7 7 43 sneaked in from the one to knot was jarred by Cougar Jim Joyce Sc Pl-Fnwd 8 7 7 14 6 42 the score. Seven plays later, the resulting in a third down at the Cougars took seven plays to 28 but Heisey threw a strike to march 66 yards, ending with Stewart for the TD. The Raiders Probitas Verus Honos Page S-4 Thursday, October 12, 2017 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

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By MICHAEL BONACCORSO analytics and personal infer- quirements start all over again. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader ences. Deed restrictions are rules and GARWOOD — At Tuesday “You don’t want to discuss (lay- regulations governing one or night’s borough council meeting, out or binding contractual) op- more land parcels. They are writ- Councilman Joseph Sarno questions in open meeting. Not a ten agreements that restrict or tioned the finalized South Av- discussion you want to have. With limit the use of activities that enue Redevelopment (Russo II) negotiations going on, you would take place on a property. bedroom layout. The bedroom not want to prejudice those ne- “Every 10 years, the borough’s layout refers to the total unit gotiations,” said Mr. Renaud. low-income housing requirement number and their locations des- Councilman Sarno asked Mr. will change or start all over again. ignated for one, two and three Renaud if the borough is bound That’s exactly what fair housing bedrooms. The property has been to the financial agreement with told me,” said Ms. Cuccaro in designated per the settlement South Avenue Redevelopment, commentary to The Westfield agreement for 52 stacked town LLC. Leader after the meeting. homes. The official layout has “Yes, is the answer to that. But Resident Bruce Paterson said not been publicly disclosed pend- no particular terms,” said Mr. complications will arise regarding ongoing negotiations with Renaud. ing the parking situation after South Avenue Redevelopment, Mr. Renaud stated that because the South Avenue redevelopment LLC (Russo Development II). negotiations were removed from is erected. Mr. Paterson said Photo courtesy of Cranford Fire Department Council President Sara Todisco his purview, his knowledge is a Russo Development mentioned HISTORY OF SERVICE...The Cranford Fire Department will commemorate assumed Mayor Charles bit limited on topic specifics and that finding every single car a its 125th anniversary of continuous service to the township with a celebration Lombardo’s role for the meeting how contract terms came about. parking spot is not the this Sunday, October 15, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., in the parking lot adjacent to fire in Mayor Lombardo’s absence. He stated there were discussions developer’s responsibility. headquarters on Springfield Avenue. Past department personnel are shown in Mayor Lombardo will be present regarding reducing total units “We have to do something at this vintage photograph. See editorial on page 4. at the next council meeting. from 315 to 298. this moment before it’s too late. “I want to talk about the bed- “I didn’t handle those negotia- The way he (Russo Development) room makeup of Russo. How and tions,” said Mr. Renaud. is acting is as if he is in control,” Bd. Discusses Master Plan; when was it decided? This has Councilman Sarno stated the said Mr. Paterson. been a mystery to me until a negotiations were handled by at- Mr. Paterson stated that the couple of weeks ago,” said Coun- torney William Northgrave. borough may want to consider Hartz Still on for Oct. 18 cilman Sarno. “It’s Northgrave and if he can’t eminent domain for the public Councilwoman Todisco stated communicate in a clear and con- good. He advised the council to By CHRISTINA M. HINKE ment. However, Hartz has re- that a March 1 e-mail was dis- cise manner, we should stop keep on top of negotiations for Specially Written for The Westfield Leader quested that the township com- tributed amongst the mayor and working with him,” said Mr. the borough’s best interests or CRANFORD — Hartz Mountain mittee delay its decision until at council entitled, “Drawings from Sarno, voicing frustration over “maintaining control” as a bor- Industries LLC’s application seek- least the Tuesday, October 24 Last Night.” The South Avenue having minimal oversight or in- ough and council. ing to rezone 750 Walnut Avenue committee meeting, the town- redevelopment’s bedroom lay- put on the bedroom layout nego- “Eighteen municipal spots have from commercial to residential ship committee has said. out, whether conceptual or a pro- tiation thus far. been set aside at this point for remains on the planning board’s The board spent most of the posed finalized rendering, was “Council makes ultimate deci- parking. The parking situation is agenda for Wednesday, October evening discussing how to go not confirmed to the public. sions,” said Mr. Renaud, respond- under negotiation as well,” said 18, the board’s scribe Ruthanne about updating its master plan. Borough Attorney Robert ing to Councilwoman Ileen Councilwoman Todisco, acknowl- Della Sera said Wednesday at a The board must adopt a re-ex- Renaud suggested council mem- Cuccaro’s questions on who is edging a common theme regard- workshop meeting. amination report of the master bers, adhering to proper legal responsible for approving the fi- ing site-plan specifics and public As of Wednesday, there has plan by December 2019. Some protocol, should discuss any nal site plan. discussion for the time being. been no word from Hartz if it is board members questioned pending negotiations in execu- Councilwoman Cuccaro stated In other business, Council- asking to adjourn the hearing, as whether it should be re-exam- tive session only. Mr. Renaud concerns to Mr. Renaud regard- woman Cuccaro, in her laws and it has done previously, because ined or have a complete overstated he is not in negotiation ing the redevelopment being licensing report, discussed a pos- Hartz has been waiting for a de- haul. oversight, but provided general deed restricted. Ms. Cuccaro said sible ordinance providing guide- cision by the township commit- The master plan was last legal guidance as to how the she wanted to know what will lines for addressing the Garwood tee on whether to make the 30- adopted in 2009. Prior to the new council should conduct on-going happen to Garwood when the Brook rodent problem. acre property that borders Clark master plan in 2009, the board redevelopment discussions, current low-income housing re- CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE an area in need of redevelop- CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-24 Thursday, October 12, 2017 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary South Ave. Development, Parking Draws Concern

“I know passing this ordinance and sanitations violations. So a Resident and former council- as well as spraying the required possible fine up to $1,000 or man Jim Mathieu used the public amount of times per year will community service for no more commentary time allotment to alleviate our neighbors’ concerns than 90 days,” said Mr. Renaud. question Ms. Todisco on what the so we don’t have people all over Resident Al Delconte said the bedroom mix would be at the town worrying about rodents in rat problem is caused by the redevelopment. their backyard,” said Ms. Cuccaro. local health board trying to make “Mayor Lombardo never got Ms. Todisco stated the ordi- it a resident or property owner back to me on why you were nance would place responsibility problem. He said it is the forced to resign during contract on homeowners and business borough’s problem and the bor- negotiations,” said Mr. Mathieu owners to address rodent infes- ough needs to get back to baiting to Ms. Todisco. tation. Fanwood has adopted an and spraying. Mr. Mathieu was referring to identical ordinance establishing “Thank you, Mr. Sarno, for the Garwood Department of Pub- guidelines and punishments for bringing up Russo. The person lic Works teamster contract ne- those noncompliant with public doing the negotiations should be gotiations. The negotiations took health standards, she noted. fired. This guy you got doesn’t place in March 2016. “The enforcement would be care what’s going on,” said Mr. “I did not resign. I simply asked subjecting individuals to health Delconte. the mayor to replace my position on the committee. It was budget Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader time and negotiations. I was re- REMEMBERING LAS VEGAS...A vigil for the victims of the Las Vegas mass cently in a master’s degree pro- shooting wass held on Monday evening at St. Michael's Church in Cranford. Board Discusses Master Plan gram. Mayor [Lombardo] accepted my request,” said Ms. had last done a complete re- of the master plan should be Todisco. Committee Passes Ord. write of the master plan in 1979, changed, and then the board can “I said this four times tonight. board member Lynda Feder said. advertise for a request for pro- The matter is under negotiation. Ms. Feder felt that the plan only posals from planners to assist We should not discuss specifics Regarding Puppy Mills needed to be re-examined. She with the re-examination of the tonight. I would like to discuss also noted that there is a larger master plan. Ms. Feder felt it 100 percent of everything; might By LAUREN A. SILVA cracks in the floor. The town cost should the board decide to would be helpful to first hire a not make sense to do so legally,” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader architect said, “The floor was in fully rewrite the plan versus do- planner who could then work to- said Ms. Todisco, addressing Mr. CRANFORD — Tuesday night’s rough shape.” The completion ing a re-examination. gether with the board to prepare Mathieu’s questions regarding the township committee workshop date is slated for early November The land use and the housing the report. redevelopment’s bedroom layout. and town council meetings fea- of this year. elements are both in need of The board is to continue dis- Councilwoman Jennifer tured the town’s fire department Mayor Thomas H. Hannen, Jr. being re-examined, Zoning Of- cussing the master plan in its Blumenstock, Garwood senior recognition awards and heated bypassed some items on the ficer Ron Johnson said. upcoming workshop meetings. citizen liaison, provided updates debate about a town ordinance agenda, including an engineer- Mayor Thomas H. Hannen, Jr., Also, the board announced that on borough senior citizen activi- which would ban the sale of pup- ing update and an office space who sits on the planning board, Kathy Lenahan will become the ties. On Sunday, October 29, pies and kittens sold by pet stores redesign discussion. The work- said the housing plan should be new scribe for the zoning board from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., a senior that buy them from “puppy mills.” shop meeting then moved into a set aside until the township and of adjustment and the planning brunch will be held at the Knights The ordinance restricts “the re- closed session to discuss various the court have met and a deci- board. of Columbus hall. The next meet- tail sale of puppies and kitten to legal, contractual and personnel sion is made on the affordable ing for seniors is on Thursday, only those that are sourced from matters before moving into the housing the township would be Reading is Good For You October 19. The last meeting shelter or rescue organizations.” council chambers for the regular required to provide. The was on October 5 and featured a The ordinance does not apply to town committee meeting. township’s current housing plan speaker from Brook Health Care. “hobby breeders.” The meeting began with a mo- will expire December 31, 2018. The meeting topic was humor During the workshop meeting, ment of silence for the victims in Also, since the Downtown Man- and health. the architect for the town pool Las Vegas “and for all victims of agement Corporation has been “Laughing is one of the best spoke to the committee about gun violence,” Deputy Mayor working on a strategic plan for medicines you can give your additional expenses and changes Patrick F. Giblin said. the downtown, “their plan can- body, and it has been shown to to the original construction plans. Cranford Fire Chief Daniel Czeh not contradict with what we are have such a positive effect on all No time was lost on the project awarded several town firefighters trying to do,” Mr. Johnson said. your systems,” said Ms. because of the changes, he said. and EMTs with recognition awards Board Chairwoman Kathleen Blumenstock on what borough Significant changes noted were for their heroic acts in the past Murray suggested the board first goleader.com/subscribe seniors were taught by their key- the removal of insulation, HVAC year. Specifically, he referenced have an outline as to which parts note speaker. drops, rewiring and several large CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-25 Thursday, October 12, 2017 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Cranford Committe Passes Puppy Mill Ordinance Positive PARCC Results

May 3, 2017 in which his men missioner Ann Dooley. Mr. tion. “You need to get your act Addressed at BOE Meeting and local EMTs rescued a town Hannen and Commissioner Mary together so more families can resident from her home near Hill- O’Connor voted yes to the ordi- adopt dogs,” he said. By ROBYN ORR-GIOFFRE 4 or above. side Avenue School. Chief Czeh nance passing and spoke to the Commissioner O’Connor said Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times In the English/Language Arts/ said this month’s fire prevention public after their decision. Sev- she grew up with dogs from li- CRANFORD — Assistant Super- Literacy Assessment (ELA) por- theme is Every Second Counts: eral members of the public spoke. censed breeders and that she did intendent for Curriculum and In- tion of the test, 63.5 percent of Plan Two Ways Out! Kindergar- Some of whom were store own- much research about this topic struction Liz Azukas reported to Cranford third-grade students ten students in local schools will ers; others were humane society before Tuesday night’s meeting. the Cranford Board of Education achieved level 4 results while the receive fun bags and glow in the volunteers, or local residents. Ms. O’ Connor also stated, “There Monday night on district-wide state average is 50.4 percent dark fire hats. Mayor Hannen Many presented data and statis- is a pet supply store in town. PARCC (Partnership for Assess- and the cross state average is 40 thanked all the firefighters and tics to the town committee and There is not a store that sells ment of Readiness for College percent. EMTs at the award’s conclusion public. puppies and kittens.” and Careers) scores at the open For the mathematics assess- by stating, “Continue to have Regarding the ordinance, Mayor Commissioner Dooley ab- work session meeting. ment portion of the test, 76.3 safe arrivals on all your calls.” Hannen stated, “I have some stained saying, “I do not know Ms. Azukas reported that percent of fifth-grade Cranford The ordinance involving dogs concerns. This was not a clear who to believe here.” Cranford is “exceeding the state students achieved a 4 while the and other animals that was on and balanced picture when first Local residents also expressed average and the cross state av- state average was 47.3 percent the agenda caused a heated de- presented to us.” Mayor Hannen concerns about the proposed erage in some cases rather sig- and the cross state average was bate. The committee passed the also addressed the local and non- Hartz Mountain development nificantly” for proficiency levels. 35.8 percent. ordinance on second reading, local members of the public from specifically that the town’s public For PARCC testing, a score of 1 A comparison of scores in the with two abstained votes from the Humane Society that serve roads were already overflowing. did not meet expectations, a 2 district over the last three years Deputy Mayor Giblin and Com- as volunteers for the organiza- An ordinance about unclaimed partially met expectations, a 3 shows that, while there are a bicycles in town up for public approached expectations, a 4 met couple of areas that need to be auction passed with all council expectations and a 5 exceeded looked at, such as a decrease in Garwood Voters Interested members voting yes. Several expectations. Students are con- level 4 and 5 scores in grade 3 for ordinances on the agenda were sidered proficient if they score a CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE tabled for future discussion. In Borough’s Redevelopment The township committee meeting concluded with several an- Flu Vaccine to Be Available GARWOOD – The most frequent Mr. Graham, a former member of nouncements from the council questions submitted by Garwood the Board of Education and a members. Commissioner residents to be asked of the can- Vietnam veteran, is a retired O’Connor thanked the Cranford To Cranford Residents didates for Borough Council dur- small-business owner. Fire Department and the EMTs ing a discussion later this month Mr. Collings and Mr. for all that they do for the town. CRANFORD — Seasonal influ- Seasonal flu vaccine is recom- concern redevelopment. McCormack, both longtime resi- Commissioner Dooley mentioned enza immunizations will be avail- mended by the Centers for Dis- All Garwood residents have dents of Garwood and active some local streets that will be able to Cranford residents in the ease Control and Prevention been invited to submit further members of the Knights of Co- repaved in the spring: “Pine and coming weeks. On Tuesday, Oc- (CDC) for everyone over the age questions to lumbus, are newcomers to elec- Riverside need more extensive tober 24, from 3:30 to 6 p.m., of 6 months. The CDC states: [email protected] and to tive politics. engineering than we thought.” vaccine will be administered at “Vaccination is especially impor- attend the discussions, which will “The redevelopment of our town Deputy Mayor Giblin spoke the Cranford Community Center, tant for people at higher risk of be held in the clubhouse at the is a major issue for Garwood,” about the town’s new web site, located at 220 Walnut Avenue. severe influenza and their close Pointe, the condominium com- said Christine Spear, the presi- www.cranfordnj.org, the Adults and children over the contacts, including healthcare plex between Maple and Chest- dent of the condominium’s board. Cranford Jaycees successful Oc- age of 3 years are invited to personnel, and close contacts of nut Streets. “But our discussions will not be tober Fest (they raised $30,000 receive their annual flu vaccine children younger than 6 months.” The Democratic candidates – limited to that topic. We will also for the first aid squad in town) at this public health event. No Everyone should get the annual, Russ Graham and Sara Todisco – hear the candidates out on such and the relief drive for the hurri- appointments are necessary. seasonal influenza vaccine. Ad- will appear at the session at 7:30 matters as taxes and shared ser- cane victims in Puerto Rico. Mr. Senior citizens with a Medicare ditionally, all pregnant women, p.m. on Thursday, October 26. vices.” Giblin also mentioned the fire Part B card are asked to bring it women who are planning to be- The Republican nominees – Light refreshments will be department’s celebration on Sun- to the clinic. There will be no fee come pregnant, women postpar- Michael Collings and Richard served after the formal discus- day, various town Halloween fes- for residents without Medicare. tum and women who are breast- McCormack – have said they will sion. Parking is available in the tivities, a new Porch Fest event, All are reminded to wear short feeding during the influenza sea- not participate. large lot behind the commercial the town street fair and the up- sleeves if possible when they son should be vaccinated. Ms. Todisco, a middle-school buildings on North Avenue be- coming Scarecrow Stroll. come for their flu shot. The vac- Any questions may be directed teacher, has been a member of tween Maple and Chestnut cine to be distributed is the regu- to the Madison Health Depart- the Council since 2011 and cur- Streets. A stairway leads from Probitas Verus Honos lar dose covering four influenza ment at (973) 593-3079, exten- rently serves as its president. the lot to the clubhouse. types. It is not a high dose. sion no. 9. Page S-26 Thursday, October 12, 2017 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Presby. Church of Cranford Chamber to Host BOE PARCC Results Addressed Coffee Breakfast ELA, overall the district has target them.” Plans Fish and Chips Dinner CRANFORD — The Cranford “shown tremendous growth,” ac- Superintendent Scott Rubin, Area Chamber of Commerce will cording to Ms. Azukas. Ed.D., commented that the dis- CRANFORD — The First Pres- 10:15 a.m. with children at- be hosting its first Cranford Con- Fifty-five percent of fourth- trict also is using “data ware- byterian Church of Cranford, lo- tending worship with their par- nections Over Coffee Breakfast grade students in the district were housing and data analysis” that cated at 11 Springfield Avenue, ents for the first 15 minutes. today, October 12, at Homewood proficient in ELA in 2015, while teachers will have access to so will host a Fish and Chips Din- There are multiple choir oppor- Suites by Hilton, 2 Jackson Drive, 51 percent were proficient in 2016 they can examine why some stu- ner on Friday, October 20. Din- tunities for young people and Cranford, from 8 a.m. to 9:30 and 2017. Forty-eight percent of dents are successful and others ners will be served continuously for adults. a.m. fifth-grade students were profi- struggle. This can help teachers from 5 to 7:30 p.m. The menu Multiple mission opportunities The event offers the commu- cient in mathematics in 2015 get a better understanding of will include a fish or chicken also are offered, including serv- nity the opportunity to meet area while 59 percent were proficient what they need to do to provide option, served with French fries ing on a weekly soup kitchen business professionals and con- in 2016 and 2017. proficiency. and coleslaw. The cost is $17 team in Elizabeth, assisting with nect to make new leads and re- Overall, district-wide, 70 per- Board member William Hulse for adults and $9 for children. homeless programs, youth mis- ferrals. Attendees should bring cent of Cranford students were inquired about data collected in Participants may dine in or take sion trips and youth group ac- business cards. proficient in ELA in 2016 while 77 regards to the number of stu- out their meals. tivities, an annual adult mission Register now at percent were proficient in 2017. dents taking the PARCC test from Tickets may be obtained by trip to Nicaragua and a Grief www.cranford.com/chamber/ or Likewise, 56 percent of Cranford 2015 until the present time. calling the First Presbyterian Recovery Group. The church’s call (908) 272-6114. The cost is students district-wide were pro- Ms. Azukas told Mr. Hulse, Church office at (908) 276- mission program supports more $25 per person for Chamber ficient in mathematics in 2016 “we’ve remained fairly consistent” 8440. Proceeds will help sup- than 25 different organizations, members and $35 for non-mem- while 60 percent were proficient with a slight increase each year port church mission programs. with service opportunities avail- bers. in mathematics in 2017. the test has been administered. The First Presbyterian Church able to all in each one. Cranford High School Moving forward, Ms. Azukas told “Last year we were one of the of Cranford is an active and For more information about the the board members they should few districts in the county that vibrant congregation of the life of the First Presbyterian Opening Gala Concert celebrate the success of the had a 95-percent participation Presbyterian Church (USA). Church of Cranford, call the CRANFORD – Cranford High scores, do what they could to rate,” Ms. Azukas told the board. Morning worship begins at 10 church office at (908) 276-8440 replicate that success, continue In other business, the board School (CHS) Performing Arts De- a.m. on Sunday in the sanctu- or visit the church website, partment will present its annual to work on effective integration accepted a donation from the ary. Sunday school begins at firstprescranford.org. of technology, continue to align Livingston Avenue School Parent Opening Gala Concert on Thurs- assessments to standards, depth Teacher Association in the day, October 12 at 7:30 p.m. The of knowledge and PARCC style amount of $4,000 to support the Carved Pumpkin Contest concert has become a back-to- and continue to monitor and as- Elementary STEAM/Makers space school tradition in Cranford and sess instruction. development in the Livingston provides parents and the com- Ms. Azukas told the board, Avenue School Library. munity a first look at the per- “we’ll continue to drill down into The next regular board meet- To Be at Hanson House forming groups for the coming year. those scores and look at exactly ing will be on Monday, October CRANFORD — The Great Pump- garden pathways of Hanson where the issues are so we can 23. The concert features first per- kin Carve Out, a carved pump- Park, from 6 to 9 p.m. formances from the Cranford High kin contest (evening display), In addition to the stroll, the School Concert Choir, Madrigal Walk for Wellness on Oct. 14 at Nomahegan will be held on Saturday, Octo- 1954 camp classic movie THEM! Choir, and newly formed co-ed a ber 21, at the Hanson House, will bring atomically altered gi- cappella ensemble, as well as CRANFORD — The Mental please visit mhanj.org. with a rain date of Saturday, ant ants to Cranford on a giant the CHS Performing Arts Acad- Health Association in New Jersey Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. October 28. The Hanson House screen. Attendees are encour- emy Dancers and Actors, the CHS (MHANJ) and its partner, Mon- with the opening ceremony at is located at 38 Springfield Av- aged to bring blankets to sit on. Jazz Band and Cougar Marching arch Housing Associates, invite 9:45 a.m. following by the start enue, Cranford. Registration forms are avail- Band. The Cranford High School community organizations, neigh- of the walk at 10 a.m. Activities The contest is open to all ages, able at jcas.org or from the spring musical production will bors and friends to participate in include a DJ, children’s play- with cash awards given for fun- Cranford Community Center, lo- also be announced. its 10th Annual 5K Walk for ground, warm-up stretches and niest, scariest and most origi- cated at 220 Walnut Avenue, “Over the years, parents and Wellness and Recovery on Sat- exercises, complimentary re- nal in age groups 4 to 8, 9 to 12, Cranford, before the event, or community members have said urday, October 14 in Nomahegan freshments and snacks before 13 to 17 and 18-adult. Carved the day of the event at the Hanson this is one of their favorite con- Park on Springfield Avenue in and after the walk, prize raffles pumpkins should be dropped House between 10 a.m. and 3 certs of the year, because they Cranford. following the walk, community off between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. p.m. This is a free event for the get a little taste of everything we Registration for the event is resources and an information al- at Hanson Park on October 21 public made possible by Jersey do,” said Anthony Rafaniello, the $25 online and $30 on the day of ley. The walk is a family and dog along with a completed regis- Central Art Studios, Hanson Park new supervisor of fine and per- the event. Last year’s Walk drew friendly event. The severe tration form. The pumpkins will Conservancy, Cranford Jaycees forming arts for Cranford Public participation from over 300 walk- weather date for the walk is Sat- be displayed at night on their and The Friends of the Cranford Schools. The concert is free and ers. To register for the Walk, urday, October 28. own pedestals along the lighted Public Library. open to the public. Page S-27 Thursday, October 12, 2017 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Hopefully All Local Letters to the Editor Candidates Will Show I hope all the candidates in Garwood take advantage of the We’re Proud Of The Tight-Knit opportunity to speak to constituents at the Pointe on October 26. Community Of Garwood I hear some are refusing to Volunteers are in many ways the this could be expanded to all the come. Really? Why would you heart of Garwood, the “Small Town citizens of Garwood as a way to pass on this? Residents deserve with a Big Heart.” Many people encourage shopping local. to hear thoughtful ideas from all devote their time volunteering in As we’ve gone door-to-door candidates before they head to the demanding arena of public speaking with the residents of the ballot box. What are you safety through the Fire Depart- Garwood, the number of volun- afraid of? ment and First Aid Squad. Others teers is truly impressive and the And by the way, residents of spend their time helping children community is really getting be- the Pointe pay some of the high- have a brighter future by taking hind this new idea as a way to est property taxes in town. We part in the Parent Teacher Associa- celebrate service. We’re proud deserve a face-to-face discus- tion, Education Foundation, Scouts, of the tight-knit community sion of the issues. and more. Some groups have been Garwood is and hope to help it Jeana Stanley, Pointe resident around a long time, like the Lions progress into the future. Garwood Club, which started in 1929, and Sara Todisco others have just launched this year, Garwood Council President and such as the Green Team. A good BOOK DONATION...Mary Leonard, left, of the New Jersey Daughters of the Candidate Probitas Verus Honos number of volunteers have served Russ Graham, Council Candidate American Revolution donates books on the U.S. Constitution to Sandy Miragliotta, for decades. The list goes on and Principal of St. Michael School. their service to Garwood has made it a special place to live. As a way to encourage and cel- Garwood DPW Workers Should Be NJDAR Donates Books to ebrate volunteerism, we’ve come up with an idea to start a rewards Recognized By Borough program. Volunteers would be able to get a rewards card that I am a former Garwood town current DPW workers. The town St. Michael’s School in CF would entitle them to discounts employee who worked 30 years recognizes the police department at participating local businesses. for the borough, most of it in the and certain other people of the CRANFORD – Mary Leonard, tution was started by the Daugh- heat, cold, rain, and snow. community, and it’s well deserved, New Jersey State Daughters of ters of the American Revolu- While no volunteer does it for reward, it would be nice to use Throughout these years, I sacri- but the DPW should also be in- the American revolution (DAR) tion. In 1955 the NSDAR peti- ficed my time to entertain the cluded. The fact that the DPW Constitution Week chairwoman, tioned Congress to set aside a this as a way to recognize the time they spend to better the senior citizens of Garwood, for workers currently receive no rec- collected books appropriate for week in September to be dedi- which I thoroughly enjoyed do- ognition is a slap in the face and the grammar school level at a cated for the observance of community and say thank you. The rewards program would ing. They are good people who is totally disrespectful, since recent DAR Fall Conference held Constitution Week. A resolution appreciated what I did for them, they’ve given their blood, sweat, in Princeton, NJ on September was later adopted by the US also help support our local businesses, which are another cen- and I will never forget these ex- and tears to the town. 16. These books were donated Congress and signed into public periences. Due to this, I desire All in all, the Garwood DPW to St. Michael’s School in law on August 2, 1956 by Presi- tral part to the vitality of Garwood. Perhaps one day in the future, for the town to recognize not does a lot for the community and Cranford. Sandy Miragliotta, dent Dwight Eisenhower. only myself, but more impor- its citizens. Anyone who starts Principal, graciously accepted The National Society of the tantly, my fellow DPW workers working for this town and puts in the books on behalf of her stu- Daughters of the American Reading is Good For You for their years of service to the the time and sacrifice should be dents and teachers. Mrs. Revolution is a volunteer Borough of Garwood. commended for it. We are all Miragliotta mentioned that dur- women’s service organization I am not happy about the lack employees of Garwood, a safe ing the week of September 17 dedicated to promoting patrio- of respect shown to former and respected borough. This is to the 23 she has been sharing tism, historic preservation, and Garwood DPW employees, includ- simply my opinion. I was the pre- stories about the US Constitu- education via commemorative ing myself. The town has a bulle- vious foreman who cares about tion with the students during events, scholarships and edu- tin board which shows its events his fellow workers and friends. I morning announcements. cational initiatives. Constitution and occurrences. I would have hope this letter is appreciated Constitution Week is cel- Week is celebrated across our been ecstatic if they put my name and taken into consideration. ebrated every year from Sep- nation with support from ap- on it and thanked me for my tember 17 to the 23. The tradi- proximately 3,000 DAR local Jeffrey Atkinson service. Not only does this apply Garwood tion of celebrating the Consti- chapters. goleader.com/subscribe to myself, but also to former and Page S-28 Thursday, October 12, 2017 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary vehicle summonses for failure to an investigation at the scene establishment on a reported end narcotic (Alprazolam) and pos- wear a seat belt, failure to utilize police located crack cocaine in- shoplifting. Following an investi- session of paraphernalia after a a turn signal and possession of a side the vehicle. The driver, Sh- gation at the scene, police deter- 2006 Honda was stopped at the CDS inside a motor vehicle. annon, and passenger, Mattioli, mined that Horace had shop- intersection of East South and East CRANFORD Saturday, September 30, were both arrested, processed lifted various items from the es- Lincoln Avenues for an equipment Thursday, September 28, Kahsaun Bell, 19, of Roselle was and released pending a Superior tablishment and provided police violation. Following an investiga- Saleema Bradberry, 29, of Parlin arrested following a reported Court appearance. Shannon also with a false name. Horace was tion at the scene, police located was arrested on charges of pos- theft of a bicycle from a South was issued motor vehicle sum- arrested, processed and turned marijuana on a passenger, Bell. session of less than 50 grams of Avenue business. Bell was ob- monses for failure to maintain over to the Irvington Police De- Bell was arrested, processed and suspected marijuana and pos- served by the victim taking a lamps and possession of a CDS in partment on an active warrant. released pending a Municipal Court session of paraphernalia after a bicycle that was unlocked fronting a motor vehicle. Thursday, October 5, Kevin Bell, appearance. He was issued a mo- 2011 Infiniti was stopped at the a business adjacent to the south- Wednesday, October 4, Brian 24, of Irvington was arrested on tor vehicle summons for failure to intersection of Centennial Avenue side train station. The victim sub- Fernandez, 19, of Elizabeth was charges of possession of less than wear a seat belt. and Raritan Road for an improper sequently alerted police on pa- arrested and charged with unlaw- 50 grams of suspected marijuana, Thursday, October 5, Nile Balti- turn violation. Following an in- trol in the area. Police located ful possession of a weapon after a possession of a prescription leg- more, 22, of East Orange was vestigation at the scene, police Bell riding the victim’s bicycle 1998 Honda was stopped at the arrested on charges of posses- located marijuana inside the ve- near the intersection of East intersection of West North Av- Cranford Lib. to Host sion of less than 50 grams of hicle. Bradberry was arrested, South and Burchfield Avenues, enue and Orchard Street for a suspected marijuana and pos- processed and released pending authorities said. When police or- seat belt violation. Following an Seminar On College Aid session of paraphernalia after a a Municipal Court appearance. dered Bell to stop, he immedi- investigation at the scene, police CRANFORD —The Cranford 1999 Nissan was stopped at the She also was issued motor ve- ately fled on foot. Police gave located a machete and brass Public Library will host a free intersection of Raritan Road and hicle summonses for unclear li- chase and apprehended Bell. Bell knuckles inside the vehicle. seminar entitled “College Finan- Commerce Drive for an equip- cense plates, improper turn and was charged with one count of Fernandez was arrested, pro- cial Aid: How to Get Your Fair ment violation. Following an in- possession of a controlled dan- theft and one count of resisting cessed and released pending a Share” on Thursday, November vestigation on scene, police lo- gerous substance (CDS) inside a arrest and subsequently was re- Superior Court appearance. He 2, at 7:30 p.m. in the Cranford cated marijuana inside the ve- motor vehicle. leased from custody pending an was issued motor vehicle sum- Community Center. The Cranford hicle. A passenger, Baltimore, was Friday, September 29, Anniesa October appearance in Cranford monses for improper window tint, Community Center is located at arrested, processed and released Thomas, 25, of Brooklyn, N.Y., was Municipal Court. failure to exhibit documents and 220 Walnut Avenue. pending a Municipal Court ap- arrested and charged with posses- Saturday, September 30, failure to wear a seat belt. The program is geared toward pearance. The driver was issued sion of false government docu- Michael Miller, 34, of Elizabeth Wednesday, October 4, Billy parents of high school students a motor vehicle summons for ments after detectives were alerted was arrested on charges of hin- Davis, 42, of Newark and Kahleef and will give attendees a clearer unclear license plate. by an employee of a West North dering apprehension and con- El-Amin, 38, of Hillside were ar- understanding of the college fi- Avenue business to a suspicious tempt of court after a 2001 Mer- rested on charges of possession nancial aid process. Presenter will individual inside the establishment. cury was stopped at the inter- of less than 50 grams of sus- be Christine McMullen of Library Now Offers Following an investigation at the section of West South Avenue pected marijuana, possession of Garretson Financial. Questions will scene, detectives were presented and Washington Place for a seat a prescription legend narcotic and be answered during and after the Digital Magazines with a fake Connecticut driver’s belt violation. Following an in- possession of paraphernalia af- presentation. All are welcome. GARWOOD — The Garwood license by the individual later iden- vestigation at the scene, police ter a 2007 Chevrolet was stopped For more information, call the Public Library is now offering digi- tified as Thomas. Utilizing the NCIC determined that a passenger, at the intersection of East North library at (908) 0709-7272 or tal magazines. Through the database, detectives confirmed later identified as Miller, pro- and Forest Avenues for a seat email [email protected]. Garwood Library’s website, that the number on the license did vided a false name. Further in- belt violation. Following an in- RBdigital/Zinio Magazines now not exist. Thomas was arrested, vestigation by police determined vestigation at the scene, police Rosary Altar Society offers full-color digital magazines processed and released pending a that Miller had active criminal located marijuana and promet- for desktops and mobile devices, Superior Court appearance. warrants out of Mountainside. hazine inside the vehicle. Both Offers Tropicana Trip with no holds, no checkout peri- Friday, September 29, Lisa He was arrested, processed and the driver, Davis, and passen- GARWOOD — The Rosary Altar ods and no limits. Conti, 31, of Colonia was arrested turned over to Mountainside Po- ger, El-Amin, were arrested, pro- Society of the Church of St. Anne More than 65 digital magazines on charges of possession with the lice. Miller also was issued a motor cessed and released pending a has planned a trip to the Tropicana are provided through the library intent to distribute a CDS (heroin), vehicle summons for failing to Municipal Court appearance. El- in Atlantic City for Sunday, Octo- website. Magazines such as Bet- possession of a CDS (heroin) and wear a seat belt. Amin was issued a motor vehicle ber 29. The bus will leave at ter Homes and Gardens, Family possession of paraphernalia after Monday, October 2, Kevin Sh- summons for failure to wear a 11:30 a.m. sharp from St. Anne’s Handyman and Highlights, a 2002 Chevrolet was stopped at annon, 36, and Justine Mattioli, seat belt. Davis was issued sum- Church, located at 325 Second among others, can be down- the intersection of Centennial Av- 31, both of Keyport, were ar- monses for possession of a CDS Avenue, Garwood, and return at loaded onto an iPad, personal enue and Hayes Street for a seat rested on charges of possession in a motor vehicle and failure to approximately 9:30 p.m. computer or phone to read any- belt violation. Following an inves- of CDS (cocaine) and possession maintain lamps. The cost is $30 per person with time, online or offline. tigation at the scene, police lo- of paraphernalia after a 1997 Thursday, October 5, Iijane a slot return of $25. Interested Interested persons can go to cated 57 glassine folds of heroin Honda was stopped at the inter- Horace, 21, of Newark was ar- persons are asked to make their the library’s website, inside the vehicle. Conti was ar- section of the Garden State Park- rested on charges of shoplifting, reservations for the trip as soon youseemore.com/garwood, click rested, processed and released way 137 Southbound ramp and hindering apprehension and con- as possible by calling Jennie at on the Zinio tab and use their pending a Superior Court appear- East North Avenue for multiple tempt of court after police re- (908) 789-0778 or Eileen at (908) library card number as their ance. She also was issued motor equipment violations. Following sponded to a West South Avenue 789-0414. password.