Ad Populos, Non Aditus, Pervenimus Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, May 28, 2015 OUR 125th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 22-2015 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS Council Discusses Proposed Ordinance for Tree Removal By DOMINIC A. LAGANO However, if the property owners wish ordinance authorizing the appropria- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader to remove two more trees of equal or tion of $3,440,000 for the repaving of WESTFIELD — During its regular greater size within six months they will Lawrence Avenue from Roanoke Road conference session Tuesday might, the have to apply for a permit. to Mountain Avenue, including curb Town Council discussed a proposed “Basically, the theory is: let’s have installation or replacement and drain- ordinance intended to provide better these people go before our profession- age improvements where necessary, oversight on the removal of mature als. We hired our new director of DPW and additional roads that will be deter- trees in town. The ordinance is de- (Department of Public Works Director mined by the town engineer. The ordi- signed specifically to address the re- Greg O’Neil) because he had excellent nance also includes the striping of cross- moval of trees during home demoli- experience with regards to trees. There’s walks and stop bars throughout tions. a lot of his recommendations that go Westfield. Councilman Jim Foerst, chairman of into this,” concluded Mr. Foerst. The The work will be funded by the sale the Code Review and Town Property ordinance will be introduced at the next of bonds and state funding. Committee, discussed the proposed Town Council meeting scheduled for In other news, Christopher Devine, ordinance and the practice of clearing Tuesday, June 9. chairman of the Greater Westfield Area mature trees during a demolition. During the regular public portion of Chamber of Commerce, announced “Companies come in, clear down trees the meeting, the council approved an CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 so the lot can be developed, before building permits are issued and sworn applications are brought before our boards (the Planning Board and the Tree Preservation Commission). “So often times, as part of the agree- ment with the seller, the developer will go in and have that person who owns that property agree to allow the lot to be cleared without the oversight of the town because there was no real ordi- nance to preserve those trees. Once the application would be filed, they would Brooks Crandall for The Westfield Leader A GREAT HONOR…Westfield Memorial Day Parade Grand Marshal Ralph Douglas rides in a car along Monday’s parade then be forced to comply with the tree route. preservation ordinance and the process would play out,” he said. “So, what we’re trying to do is close that loophole. And the proposal that we Primary to Decide Freeholder, have here, we believe, does that. Essen- tially, we require a tree removal permit any time that three trees of a certain SP Dem. Committee Races D.B.H., which stands for diameter at David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader breast height, are to be removed during BREAKING THE MEET RECORD...Pictured, left to right, Blue Devils Kelly a six-month period…what we’re really Morrison, Noelle Blackford, Julia Myers and Brooke Schaeffer shattered the By PAUL J. PEYTON township’s Seventh District. includes Cranford, Garwood, Moun- trying to do is to have a bit of a collabo- meet record in the 4x800 meter relay, finishing in 9:29.58, at the North Jersey, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Voters could be a factor in deter- tainside and Westfield, Republican ration with the development commu- Section 2, Group 4 championships at Ridge High School on May 22. REGION — Area polling places mining if there will be Republican incumbents, Assemblyman Jon nity,” Mr. Foerst continued. will be open this Tuesday, June 2, candidates for Fanwood mayor and Bramnick (R-21st, Westfield) and The allotted D.B.H. will be eight from 6 a.m. until 8 p.m., for the Pri- borough council. Democratic Mayor Assemblywoman Nancy Munoz (R- inches. Property owners who wish to mary Election. Colleen Mahr currently is unopposed 21st, Summit), are unopposed in the remove a tree of that size for safety Locally there are only a few con- in her bid for a fourth term, along with Primary as are Democrats, Jill Anne concerns or because it impedes a reno- tested races. They include the race for her running mates, Councilman Jack CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 vation project may continue to do so. three seats on the Union County Board Molenaar and newcomer Erin of Chosen Freeholders in the Demo- McElroy-Barker. Ms. McElroy- cratic Primary, and a contested race Barker has replaced Dan Levine, who Mountainside Council Pays for one of the seats on the Union is not seeking re-election after one County Democratic Committee rep- term. If a write-in campaign is suc- resenting Scotch Plains. cessful, that individual or individuals Tribute to Rescue Squad In the race for freeholder, Demo- would appear on the November bal- cratic incumbents Alexander lot. No GOP candidates appeared on By KATE BROWNE rial Day Celebration, which will in- Mirabella of Fanwood, Mohamed S. the ballot in 2014. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader clude a parade beginning at 11:30 Jalloh of Union, the current board One of the more interesting races is MOUNTAINSIDE — The mem- a.m. on Monday, May 25. Mayor chairman, and Bruce H. Bergen of in the neighboring 20th Legislative bers of the borough council expressed Paul Mirabelli urged the public to Springfield face opposition from District, where incumbent Democratic the community’s support and appre- line the parade route and enjoy the Diana Escobar, Eric Kulick and state Assembly members Annette ciation to the Mountainside Rescue festivities which will be the official Fabiola Rios, all of Elizabeth, who Quijano of Elizabeth and Jamel Squad at the governing body’s May “kick off to summer.” The mayor are running under the slogan, Real Holley of Roselle face opposition 19th meeting. noted that Memorial Day is when Democrats for Change. Republican from Jorge A. Batista of Hillside and In conjunction with National EMS the entire country pauses to acknowl- Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader candidates Rene Dierkes, a Vivian Bell of Union, running under Week, May 17 to 23, the Mountain- edge the debt owed the men and FRONT ROW SEAT... These kids got a front row seat to watch the Cranford Mountainside councilman; Richard the banner Union County Progres- side Rescue Squad was scheduled to women who have given their lives in Memorial Day Parade. S. Fortunato of Scotch Plains and sive Democratic Organization, and host an open house event yesterday, service to their country. Mayor Joseph A. Bonilla of Union are unop- A. Tony Monteiro of Elizabeth and Wednesday, May 20, during which Mirabelli also reminded the public posed in the Primary and will face the Guiliano A. Farina of Union, running the squad planned to dedicate a newly that the Police Athletic League will Council Seeks Answers on winners of the Democratic Primary in under the slogan Real Democrats for purchased ambulance. The Moun- hold its annual “Bring Your Ride to the November General Election. Change. Republican candidates in the tainside Rescue Squad was estab- Mountainside Car and Motorcycle In Scotch Plains, which does not heavily Democratic district are Roger lished in 1938 and provides emer- Show” on Sunday, June 21. In addi- Business Employee Parking have a municipal election this year, Stryeski of Roselle and Stephen E. gency medical services and safety tion to vintage cars, games and food, training to all residents. It is an inde- the event will include live music By BRIAN TRUSDELL parking on the parallel and intersecting Tom Donatelli and Maureen Lacosta Kozlovich of Union. Specially Written for the Westfield Leader are being challenged by Charles P. The 20th District includes Eliza- pendent, non-profit organization from School of Rock and The Nerds. streets – to access the bus and trains into Lamb and Maureen Yewaisis for seats beth, Union, Roselle and Hillside. staffed completely by volunteers. All proceeds from the event will go GARWOOD – Businesses on North Manhattan causing congesting for resi- on the Union County Democratic In non-competitive Primary races, The council unanimously voted to support the Overlook Hospital and South Avenues can expect visits dents – will create another problem. Committee representing the in the 21st Legislative District, which to donate $500 to help defray the Foundation and the New Jersey Hos- from members of Garwood’s parking “The committee is literally going to costs of the Fourth Annual Memo- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 committee before they submit an ordi- walk door-to-door to go those busi- nance to borough council that would nesses and say: ‘How many employees widen residential preferred parking to do you have and where do they park?’” 10 additional streets and expand the Mrs. Tarantino said. hours. While some establishments provide “We have a few issues, details to employee parking, others do not, she work out before we bring it for intro- said, resulting in the workers availing duction,” Committee Chairwoman and themselves of the street parking like Councilwoman Ann Tarantino told the commuters. council Tuesday night. “The intention was never to hurt the Mrs. Tarantino wants to learn how businesses,” she said. many businesses along the two corri- The proposal has been considered dors do not provide parking for their for months following similar actions employees and where those employees by the neighboring towns of Westfield park when they come to work. She is and Cranford, leaving many to believe concerned that the committee’s inten- that the commuters have simply shifted tion to discourage commuters from CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 PAGE INDEX Regional ...... 2-3, 18 Education ...... 9, 19 Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 11-17 Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader Police ...... 18 Real Estate .... 11-20 A GREAT DAY IN CRANFORD… Cranford Mayor Andis Kalnins and mem- Brooks Crandall for The Westfield Leader Community ... 6-8 Classifieds ..... 16 bers of the Township Committee cheer on participants in Monday’s Memorial SHOWING THEIR PATRIOTISM …These youngsters wave the American Flag Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 19-20 Day Parade. in support of veterans in Monday’s Westfield Memorial Day Parade. Westfield Leader only Page 10 Thursday, May 28, 2015 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A Watchung Communications, Inc. Publication

Union Catholic High School Congratulates the Class of 2015

      
             


Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader DAISY MARCHERS ... Members of Girl Scout Daisy Troop 4013 march in the Cranford Township’s Memorial Day Parade on Monday. Fred Rossi for The Westfield Leader COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES...More than 3,000 students, including Westfield Leader correspondent Devon Yanvary, received diplomas at Kean University's commencement ceremonies on May 21 at the Prudential Center in MS Council Newark. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 pice for Lung and Breast Cancer gers in the front seat, including pas- Research and Care. sengers under the age of 18, to wear Westfield PD Participating In other financial business, coun- a seat belt or be securely buckled in cil members voted to accept a New a car seat, or face a $46 fine. This Jersey Department of Transporta- ticket is issued to the driver. In ‘Click It or Ticket It’ tion grant of $180,000 to resurface a portion of Wood Valley Road and to WESTFIELD — Police Chief David belt usage is traditionally lower and accept a $10,000 Local Access Com- C. Wayman has announced that the the percentage of unbelted fatalities is munity Grant from Comcast. The Primary Westfield Police Department will once higher. again participate in the annual “Click Three hundred and seventy four council also discussed the staffing CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 needs of the very popular Summer it or Ticket” seat belt enforcement and police agencies participated in the 2014 Playground Program and voted in Lazare of Summit and Springfield education campaign. “Click it or Ticket” campaign. As a favor of hiring Stephanie Scofield as Mayor David Barnett. Beginning on May 18 and continu- result of their efforts, law enforce- supervisor of the program. In addi- In the 22nd Legislative District, ing until Sunday, May 31, the Westfield ment officers issued 26,635 seat belt tion to Ms. Scofield, there will be Assemblyman Jerry Green (D-Plain- Police Department will be conducting citations, 4,363 speeding summonses four assistant supervisors — Luke field) and his running mate, former additional police patrols intended to and made 944 drunk driving arrests Mirabelli, Matthew Doyle, Andrew Rahway Mayor James Kennedy, and increase seat belt usage through a com- during the two-week initiative. DiFrancesco and Thomas Haydanek. Republicans, former Scotch Plains bination of high visibility enforce- During the council comments por- councilman William “Bo” Vastine Brooks Crandall for The Westfield Leader ment and education. and William H. Michelson of Plain- REMEMBERING OUR VETS… Festivities for Monday’s Memorial Day Pa- “Using a seat belt is the simplest tion of the meeting Councilwoman rade began with a ceremony at the town’s World War I monument. Deanna Andre reminded the public field, also are uncontested. Mr. way for a driver and his or her passen- WF Council Kennedy replaces Linda Stender, gers to protect themselves when trav- that the Mountainside Historic Com- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 mittee will hold a community golf who is not seeking re-election fol- eling,” said Gary Poedubicky, acting outing on Monday, June 15, at Echo lowing a scandal involving her director of the New Jersey Division of the dates for the Westfield Farmers’ husband’s shore house whereby he Garwood Council Highway Traffic Safety. “In 2012 Market, which will be held Saturdays Lake Country Club in Westfield. All CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 of the funds from the event will go sought help to rebuild from Habitat alone, seat belts saved an estimated from June 6 to October 31. The mar- towards supporting the restoration for Humanity following damage from to Garwood and sparking complaints regarding the parking issue also high- 12,000 lives nationwide.” kets will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 of the historic Deacon Andrew Superstorm Sandy. Mr. Kennedy from residents. lighted another ongoing concern: postal The front seat belt usage rate in p.m. and located at the train station Hetfield and Levi Cory Houses. defeated Mayor Mahr for the party’s The parking committee, which in- delivery. New Jersey currently stands at 87.59 parking lot on South Avenue. Councilman Keith Turner closed Assembly ballot slot in a gathering cludes Police Chief Bruce Underhill, Mrs. Tarantino said 38 to 40 of the percent. Mr. Poedubicky stated the Finally, the council approved the the meeting by reminding the public of the Democratic Committee held distributed a draft resolution two months 516 letters were returned by the U.S. goal for this year’s campaign is to demolition of single-family dwellings that the Mountainside Police De- in Plainfield. ago that outlined its plan. That draft Postal Service marked as “no such increase the statewide rate to 90 per- located at 648 Maple Street, 412 Salter partment would conduct a “Click It County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi is expanded the time parking would be address” or “no such street.” cent. Place and 880 Talcott Road and a the or Ticket” national seat belt enforce- seeking re-election against Republi- limited to two hours from 10 a.m. to 2 “That’s ridiculous, because Willow “To meet our goal, we must rededi- demolition of a single-family dwelling ment campaign through Sunday, can Joseph Aubourg in the General p.m. to 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays is a street (in town),” she said. cate our enforcement and public out- and detached garage located at 630 May 31. The program is focused on Election. Both candidates are unop- and included 10 more streets on both But Mrs. Tarantino said it renewed reach efforts that educate all motor West Broad Street. keeping drivers and their passengers posed in the Primary. sides of town beyond the current zones concern about inconsistent postal de- vehicle occupants about the impor- The next town council conference safe during the Memorial Day week- At the municipal level, uncontested on Anchor Place, Myrtle Avenue and livery, which the council has discussed tance of buckling up, every ride,” he session open to the public is scheduled end, one of the busiest travel times Primary candidates are: Westfield Willow Avenue. for more than a year, including with said. for June 9 at 7p.m. at the municipal of the year. Legislation passed in Town Council, Republicans, First Residents would be able to obtain U.S. Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7th), the Chief Wayman stated this year’s building located at 425 East Broad 2010 made it a secondary offense Ward, incumbent Frank Arena; Sec- permits exempting them from the re- House of Representatives Congres- campaign will also focus on rear seat Street. The conference session will be for adults over the age of 18 to ride ond Ward, incumbent JoAnn Neylan; strictions. Official notification of the sional representative for the area. passengers, as well as nighttime en- immediately followed by the council’s unbuckled in the back seat of a mo- Third Ward, incumbent Mark proposal to 516 homes (not the 1,200 Mrs. Tarantino already has identi- forcement. During evening hours, seat regular public meeting at 7:45 p.m. tor vehicle. The law allows police to LoGrippo, and Fourth Ward, Doug Mrs. Tarantino declared at the council’s fied at least 12 addresses of the 38 to 40 issue a summons and fine of $46 to Stokes. Democrat candidates are: last meeting) spurred a packed gallery returned that do exist with residents in unrestrained adults in the back seat First Ward, Daniel Ortolani; Third for the May 12 gathering of council, the home. The council agreed that it when the car in which they are riding Ward, Martin Rothfelder, and Fourth along with complaints and numerous would inquire with the Post Office and is pulled over for another violation. Ward, Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded. suggested amendments from residents. seek help from Rep. Lance’s office The state’s primary seat belt law Cranford Township Committee: in- Mrs. Tarantino said some of the sug- again. requires all motorists and passen- cumbent Thomas H. Hannen, Jr., gestions were being incorporated, such The council met in executive session Democrat, and Republican, Michael as providing each home with two lami- for nearly an hour to discuss “potential A. Petrucci; Garwood Borough nated visitors’ cards, along with the litigation” regarding the Sports and Council: incumbents William resident car window permits, that could Recreation Complex and its builder Nierstedt and Ann Palmer Tarantino, be used by guests. Flanagan Construction as well as a Democrats, and Republicans, Ileen “We’re just trying to get some infor- shared services agreement with Fan- Bocchino Cuccaro and Joseph R. mation before people come in here as wood. Sarno III; Mountainside Mayor, Re- business owners and say, ‘What did No further details were discussed publican, incumbent Paul N. you guys do?’” fellow council and before or after the executive session. Mirabelli; borough council, incum- parking committee member Lou In other action, the council intro- bent Robert Messler and newcomer Petruzzelli said. duced a resolution authorizing a Wendy Fech-Caccamo, replacing In addition to the large number of $59,000 bond sale for the purchase of William Lane, who is not seeking re- people who responded by attending a police dispatch console to replace the election. No Democrats filed for the May 12 meeting, the bulk mailing one which dates back to 1983. council seats so the Primary could Horace Corbin for The Westfield Leader produce a write-in candidate although CROWD PLEASER…Westfield Clockmeister John Panosh rings the Town Bell www.goleader.com that has not happened in the past in as he rides in the Westfield Historical Society trailer during Monday’s Memorial this strong Republican town. Day Parade.

Courtesy of Glenn Mortimer THE ROYAL TREATMENT... Mountainside held its fourth annual Memorial Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader Day parade on Monday. Norman Hobbi was the Grand Marshal from his service Brooks Crandall for The Westfield Leader FIRST RESPONDERS... Members of the Cranford Fire Department march in during World War II. He was driven by Dan Falcone of the Mountainside Rotary REMEMBER OUR FALLEN VETS… This Korean War veteran sports a cap in the township’s Memorial Day Parade. Club. memoriam of those veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice. Homewatch CareGivers Professional Staff Raising the bar in homecare every day!

AVAIL W AB • Hourly or live-in care in your home or residence O LE N

IN state certified • All caregivers are CHHAs

A WESTFIELD

E W • Hourly caregivers can drive for errands & SCOTCH C A I Nursing Staff Social Worker Team R V and appointments PLAINS R D E W S • Every client supported by an RN and Social (908) 448-2230 IN NG www.HomewatchCareGivers.com NI Worker at no charge Serving the community since 1959

USPS 485200 Thursday, May 28, 2015 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 OUR 56th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 22-2015 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS Mirabella Outlines Ambitious Agenda For 2015 and Beyond

By FRED T. ROSSI town as part of the beautification which the funds — $50,000 that has Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times effort. already been paid and another $50,000 SCOTCH PLAINS — Wrapping Mr. Mirabella also said a renewed to be paid in the future — could be up his fifth month running the day-to- focus needs to be made on the East used. One is further beautification day operations of the municipal gov- Second Street and Front Street corri- efforts that go beyond the planting of ernment, Township Manager Al dors, two areas he said, “could be a flowers. Another is sidewalk pavers Mirabella says he has spent a good gold mine for Scotch Plains.” East that he said would help achieve a deal of time so far this year complet- Second Street, especially, presents a sense of uniformity. ing work on a number of projects that “real opportunity,” he added. The moribund Special Improve- he says have been “lingering” in re- Pointing to other nearby towns, such ment District — which has been in a cent years. as Fanwood and Garwood, that have state of flux since funding for its In a wide-ranging interview last greatly developed their downtowns management entity, the Scotch Plains week with The Scotch Plains- in recent years, Mr. Mirabella told Management Corp. (SPMC), was Fanwood Times, Mr. Mirabella ad- The Times, “We can be every bit as suspended two years ago — may be dressed several items on what he said good.” Speaking about the money revived in some way to provide input has been an “energetic” agenda to paid to the township from the build- on business district matters. Mr. begin the year, starting with installa- ers of the housing development at the Mirabella said he will ask the town- tion of a new roof on the Shady Rest Shackamaxon Country Club, funds ship council to look at the SPMC’s Clubhouse, which is nearly complete. that are earmarked for efforts to boost board of directors with the intent of The interior of the historic building downtown revitalization efforts, Mr. improving its organization and as- remains unusable due to the need for Mirabella mentioned several ways in CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 the ceiling to be replaced, but those repairs are expected to take place in Susan M. Dougherty for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times the coming weeks. The manager also HERE COMES THE BAND... A major part of the annual Memorial Day Parade in Scotch Plains-Fanwood is participation by the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Raider Marching Band. wants renewed attention paid to other historic sites, including the Osborn Cannonball House on Front Street and the Hamilton House next door, Primary to Decide Freeholder, where the Resolve counseling center is located. Completion of the concrete foun- dation for the pavilion at Brookside SP Dem. Committee Races Park that has sat idle for the past 11 months also is expected in the near By PAUL J. PEYTON winners of the Democratic Primary state Assembly members Annette future, Mr. Mirabella reported. The Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times in the November General Election. Quijano of Elizabeth and Jamel manager said he also is looking to REGION — Area polling places In Scotch Plains, which does not Holley of Roselle face opposition upgrade the township’s information- will be open this Tuesday, June 2, have a municipal election this year, from Jorge A. Batista of Hillside and technology infrastructure, from mod- from 6 a.m. until 8 p.m., for the Pri- Tom Donatelli and Maureen Lacosta Vivian Bell of Union, running under ernized telephone service to upgrades mary Election. are being challenged by Charles P. the banner Union County Progres- to the television station to a revamped Locally there are only a few con- Lamb and Maureen Yewaisis for seats sive Democratic Organization, and website set to debut on Wednesday, tested races. They include the race for on the Union County Democratic A. Tony Monteiro of Elizabeth and July 1. three seats on the Union County Board Committee representing the Guiliano A. Farina of Union, running Another area being focused upon is Susan M. Dougherty for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times of Chosen Freeholders in the Demo- township’s Seventh District. under the slogan Real Democrats for boosting activity in the downtown AT ATTENTION…The Junior ROTC Marine detail from Rahway High School cratic Primary, and a contested race Voters could be a factor in deter- Change. Republican candidates in the business district, and Mr. Mirabella participates in Monday’s Scotch Plains-Fanwood Memorial Day Parade. for one of the seats on the Union mining if there will be Republican heavily Democratic district are Roger said the services of a professional County Democratic Committee rep- candidates for Fanwood mayor and Stryeski of Roselle and Stephen E. planner will be sought. “We’re look- resenting Scotch Plains. borough council. Democratic Mayor Kozlovich of Union. ing for someone who can come in and In the race for freeholder, Demo- Colleen Mahr currently is unopposed The 20th District includes Eliza- focus on what the business owners cratic incumbents Alexander in her bid for a fourth term, along with beth, Union, Roselle and Hillside. and property owners can do to im- Mirabella of Fanwood, Mohamed S. her running mates, Councilman Jack In non-competitive Primary races, prove their business,” he said, via, Jalloh of Union, the current board Molenaar and newcomer Erin in the 21st Legislative District, which possibly, tax incentives, façade stan- chairman, and Bruce H. Bergen of McElroy-Barker. Ms. McElroy- includes Cranford, Garwood, dards and further beautification ef- Springfield face opposition from Barker has replaced Dan Levine, who Mountainside and Westfield, Repub- forts. “There’s a lot that can be done,” Diana Escobar, Eric Kulick and is not seeking re-election after one lican incumbents, Assemblyman Jon Mr. Mirabella stated. He also cred- Fabiola Rios, all of Elizabeth, who term. If a write-in campaign is suc- Bramnick (R-21st, Westfield) and ited Councilwoman Rose Checchio are running under the slogan, Real cessful, that individual or individuals Assemblywoman Nancy Munoz (R- and a group she organized for their Democrats for Change. Republican would appear on the November bal- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 efforts at planting flowers in the down- candidates Rene Dierkes, a lot. No GOP candidates appeared on Mountainside councilman; Richard the ballot in 2014. S. Fortunato of Scotch Plains and One of the more interesting races is Fanwood Rec. Commission Joseph A. Bonilla of Union are unop- in the neighboring 20th Legislative posed in the Primary and will face the District, where incumbent Democratic Discusses Party in the Park By CHRISTINA M. HINKE having a vendor sell Italian ice or Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times using coolers with dry ice to keep the Susan M. Dougherty for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times FANWOOD — Party in the Park is ice cream frozen. Pizza, hot dogs and A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE…The Scotch Plains Rescue Squad, marking planned for Tuesday, June 23, from 6 popcorn also will be available. Crafts, their 77th year, participate in Monday’s Memorial Day Parade festivities. to 8:30 p.m., followed by a movie, the music, rides and games additionally Fanwood Recreation Commission will be part of the Party in the Park. said at its Tuesday meeting. This year’s The commission is scheduled to movie is How to Train Your Dragon advertise for bids tomorrow, Friday, II. The rain date is the following day. May 29, for the design of the skate Laser tag was discussed as being board park planned for Forest Road part of the party this year. The com- Park, Recreation Commission Direc- mission said $5 was a “reasonable” tor Robert Budiansky announced. The fee to play laser tag, and suggested the bids would be due Thursday, June 18. games be in 20-minute intervals over Fanwood signed a purchase order a two-hour period. to Harbor Consultants to survey the The commissioners also entertained field for the repair of the La Grande ideas on providing ice cream or Ital- Park tennis courts. The field work Photo courtesy of Brian Horton PATRIOTIC MAYOR…Scotch Plains Mayor Kevin Glover waves flags as ian ice. The commission’s freezer is should be completed by Friday, June veterans are honored at the Memorial Day concert in Fanwood on Sunday night. broken and so members discussed 12, Mr. Budiansky said. Following the field work, the township engi- neers are to prepare a preliminary plan and cost estimate for the repairs. The replacement of the tennis courts is planned as Phase 2 of the Fanwood Recreation Master Plan. Phase 3 is to landscape the play- ground area at La Grande Park and possibly replace the playground. The commission is planning to decide Photo courtesy of Brian Horton A PROUD GRAND MARSHAL… Scotch Plains-Fanwood Parade Grand Mar- based on the cost estimates if it will shal Earl Phillips, a World War II Navy veteran and former Fanwood Police submit a grant proposal to the Union sergeant, checks out the crowd along the parade route in Fanwood on Monday. County Recreation Trust Fund Grant program for the tennis courts or the PAGE INDEX playground work. The grant is a 50/ 50 split, with the municipality and Regional ...... 2-3, 18 Education ...... 9, 19 the county sharing the cost of the Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 11-17 project. Mr. Budiansky said the com- Police ...... 18 Real Estate .... 11-20 Photo courtesy of Brian Horton mission would have to make sure it Community ... 6-8 Classifieds ..... 16 LETTER FROM A SOLDIER…During the Memorial Day concert in Fanwood on Sunday evening, Army veteran Andrew Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 19-20 MacDonald, at lectern, reads a letter from a soldier who was later killed in combat. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Scotch Plains - Fanwood Times only Page 10 Thursday, May 28, 2015 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A Watchung Communications, Inc. Publication

Union Catholic High School Congratulates the Class of 2015

      
             


Mirabella CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 sembling a more focused group. Earlier this year, Mr. Mirabella dis- When asked about whether discus- missed the director of the department sions on a police department merger of public works and replaced him with Fanwood will be on the agenda, with Assistant Township Engineer Mr. Mirabella said he has “not heard Joseph Timko on a temporary basis. much talk from the council on reignit- Pronouncing himself “very satisfied” ing that conversation.” Discussions with Mr. Timko’s performance, as between the two towns broke off at well as the installation of four super- the end of 2013 amidst disagreement visors, Mr. Mirabella said he was amongst Scotch Plains council mem- comfortable with not having a full- bers about the best way to structure a time director, but relying on Mr. merged department. Mr. Mirabella Timko to oversee the department and last week expressed skepticism about “provide guidance” while looking to Courtesy of Brian Horton the proposed Joint Meeting structure the four supervisors to provide the SOLEMN MOMENT…Memorial Day observances begin with the placing of a that was backed by Fanwood and by day-to-day hands-on oversight of the wreath at the Fanwood Memorial Library. some in Scotch Plains and that would department. The manager said he was operate the new department via a “not averse” to exploring possible three-member management commit- shared-service arrangements with Fred Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times tee. Fanwood or Union County, but re- COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES...More than 3,000 students, including Scotch “I don’t know if there’s a willing- peated that he was “comfortable” with Plains-Fanwood Times correspondent Devon Yanvary, received diplomas at ness to enter into new negotiations,” the present setup. Kean University's commencement ceremonies on May 21 at the Prudential he said, adding that he has not heard All in all, Mr. Mirabella believes Center in Newark. anything from Fanwood officials things are “off to a good start” and about reopening talks. expressed his pleasure at how the Speaking to The Times the day af- township council is working together ter the township council repealed the so far this year. He also singled out ordinance it had enacted in March the township employees for praise, that abolished the township recre- saying they are “dedicated to their ation commission, Mr. Mirabella said jobs and they care about Scotch Plains. he still felt it was the right way to I value their contributions.” To that proceed and called critics of the re- end, he spoke of his plan for an em- vamped recreation structure “disin- ployee appreciation lunch set for last genuous” as they garnered signatures Friday in advance of the holiday week- for the petition that led to last week’s end. repeal. Looking ahead, he said, “I’m a recreation guy,” and vowed to seek more opportunities for both young Courtesy of Sherman Feller people and senior citizens. He also FW Rec. ALWAYS PREPARED...Members of the Fanwood Rescue Squad assist an said he looked forward to working CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 overheated marcher from the Scotch Plains Acadamie of Fine Arts during the with the recreation commission and Scotch Plains-Fanwood Memorial Day Parade on Monday. The parade drew spectators eager to see the marchers and to recognize the sacrifices made by its chairman, Mike Walsh, who he has enough funds to cover half of America’s armed forces. called “a terrific guy.” Mr. Mirabella whichever project for which the com- said he was scheduled to meet with mission applies for grant funding. the heads of the various youth sports Commission members also said Susan M. Dougherty for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Westfield PD Participating leagues a day after the ordinance’s they liked the idea of a spider web TALENTED MUSICIANS...The clarinet section of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood repeal. climbing structure, likened to the one High School Raider Marching Band performs during Monday’s Scotch Plains- Mr. Mirabella said he also wants to at Ponderosa Park in Scotch Plains. Fanwood Memorial Day Parade in Scotch Plains. In ‘Click It or Ticket It’ move forward on refurbishing the An update of the Master Plan is to former zoo property and the historic be given at the next agenda meeting WESTFIELD — Police Chief way for a driver and his or her pas- Frazee House at its southern end. on Monday, June 1. David C. Wayman has announced sengers to protect themselves when Presently, the six-acre property is Commission member Tracy Upcoming Primary Races that the Westfield Police Depart- traveling,” said Gary Poedubicky, being cleaned up, both aesthetically Fletcher resigned from her position CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ment will once again participate in acting director of the New Jersey and environmentally, and the town- Tuesday, Mr. Budiansky announced, the annual “Click it or Ticket” seat Division of Highway Traffic Safety. ship recently received $20,000 from due to work constraints. 21st, Summit), are unopposed in the Primary candidates are: Westfield belt enforcement and education “In 2012 alone, seat belts saved an New Jersey American Water Co. in Mr. Budiansky also said he found Primary as are Democrats, Jill Anne Town Council, Republicans, First campaign. estimated 12,000 lives nationwide.” return for the utility using the zoo out that Scotch Plains does not re- Lazare of Summit and Springfield Ward, incumbent Frank Arena; Sec- Beginning on May 18 and con- The front seat belt usage rate in New property to store large mounds of dirt ceive funds from the board of educa- Mayor David Barnett. ond Ward, incumbent JoAnn Neylan; tinuing until Sunday, May 31, the Jersey currently stands at 87.59 per- excavated as part of a pipe-laying tion for using the township’s tennis In the 22nd Legislative District, Third Ward, incumbent Mark Westfield Police Department will cent. Mr. Poedubicky stated the goal project. Mr. Mirabella said the utility courts. At the last commission meet- Assemblyman Jerry Green (D- LoGrippo, and Fourth Ward, Doug be conducting additional police for this year’s campaign is to increase money will be used at the zoo prop- ing, a member had inquired if the Plainfield) and his running mate, Stokes. Democrat candidates are: First patrols intended to increase seat the statewide rate to 90 percent. erty, which he anticipates being turned township did receive funds to help former Rahway Mayor James Ward, Daniel Ortolani; Third Ward, belt usage through a combination “To meet our goal, we must re- into a passive park with walking trails offset the costs of the maintenance of Kennedy, and Republicans, former Martin Rothfelder, and Fourth Ward, of high visibility enforcement and dedicate our enforcement and pub- and a more natural setting — and no the courts, and if Fanwood should Scotch Plains councilman William Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded. education. lic outreach efforts that educate all ballfields, he added. ask for money for court use. “Bo” Vastine and William H. Cranford Township Committee: in- “Using a seat belt is the simplest motor vehicle occupants about the Michelson of Plainfield, also are un- cumbent Thomas H. Hannen, Jr., importance of buckling up, every contested. Mr. Kennedy replaces Democrat, and Republican, Michael ride,” he said. Linda Stender, who is not seeking re- A. Petrucci; Garwood Borough Coun- Chief Wayman stated this year’s election following a scandal involv- cil: incumbents William Nierstedt and campaign will also focus on rear ing her husband’s shore house Ann Palmer Tarantino, Democrats, seat passengers, as well as night- whereby he sought help to rebuild and Republicans, Ileen Bocchino time enforcement. During evening from Habitat for Humanity following Cuccaro and Joseph R. Sarno III; hours, seat belt usage is tradition- damage from Superstorm Sandy. Mr. Mountainside Mayor, Republican, ally lower and the percentage of Kennedy defeated Mayor Mahr for incumbent Paul N. Mirabelli; bor- unbelted fatalities is higher. the party’s Assembly ballot slot in a ough council, incumbent Robert Three hundred and seventy four gathering of the Democratic Com- Messler and newcomer Wendy Fech- police agencies participated in the mittee held in Plainfield. Caccamo, replacing William Lane, 2014 “Click it or Ticket” campaign. County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi is who is not seeking re-election. No As a result of their efforts, law seeking re-election against Republi- Democrats filed for council seats so enforcement officers issued 26,635 can Joseph Aubourg in the General the Primary could produce a write-in seat belt citations, 4,363 speeding Election. Both candidates are unop- candidate although that has not hap- www.goleader.com summonses and made 944 drunk posed in the Primary. pened in the past in this strong Re- driving arrests during the two-week At the municipal level, uncontested publican town. initiative.

Photo courtesy of Brian Horton REMEMBERING FANWOOD VETS…Fanwood Police Officer Dan Kranz, left, and recruit Dan Piccola place a wreath during the ceremony at the Fanwood Memorial Library Monday.

Photo courtesy of Tom Kranz Photo courtesy of Tom Kranz RESPONDER OF THE YEAR... Overlook Medical Center’s annual EMS Din- A JOB WELL DONE...Fanwood Rescue Squad EMT Brian Downing was Susan M. Dougherty for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times ner was held recently as part of National EMS Week. Pictured above is the Scotch presented with the Responder of the Year honor by Squad Captain Patty COUNCIL KIDS…Children of the Scotch Plains Council carry the banner Plains Rescue Squad’s Responder of the Year, EMT Joseph Colon, left, with Buckridee at Overlook Medical Center’s annual EMS dinner. announcing their parents in the Memorial Day Parade. Squad Captain Dan Sullivan. Homewatch CareGivers Professional Staff Raising the bar in homecare every day!

AVAIL W AB • Hourly or live-in care in your home or residence O LE N

IN state certified • All caregivers are CHHAs

A WESTFIELD

E W • Hourly caregivers can drive for errands & SCOTCH C A I Nursing Staff Social Worker Team R V and appointments PLAINS R D E W S • Every client supported by an RN and Social (908) 448-2230 IN NG www.HomewatchCareGivers.com NI Worker at no charge Do It Now! Subscribe Click Here

www.goleader.com/ subscribe

To Serve You.

Our newspaper will be mailed to your home and/or place of business each week (within the USA)

Be Our Guest To a Free, 3-month Trial of the newspaper (For new subscribers, mailing in Union County, NJ to)

Click Here www.goleader.com/form/sub_trial.htm

WESTFIELD, GARWOOD, SCOTCH PLAINS, MOUNTAINSIDE, CRANFORD, FANWOOD, CLARK, SPRINGFIELD, KENILWORTH, SUMMIT, BERKELEY HEIGHTS and NEW PROVIDENCE

Thank You! For Reading Our Publications

The Westfield Leader & The Scotch Plains-Fanwood TIMES PO Box 250, 251 North Ave. West, Westfield, NJ 07091 Tel 908 232-4407; Fax 908 232-0473 Email [email protected] Page 2 Thursday, May 28, 2015 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Ballot Information for EX-N.Y. Jet Admits to Primary Available Online Offenses In Domestic Case ELIZABETH – Union County at www.ucnj.org/sample-ballots. SUMMIT — A free-agent NFL After further joint investigation by Clerk Joanne Rajoppi has announced Information about the upcoming linebacker has admitted to three crimi- the Summit Police Department and that sample ballots for the Primary Primary Election also can be found by nal offenses connected to a Decem- the Union County Prosecutor’s Of- Election on Tuesday, June 2, may be using the new app, “Union County ber 2014 domestic incident that took fice, it was revealed that Cunningham, reviewed online by visiting the Votes,” which is designed to help Union place in Summit, acting Union County a former collegiate national cham- County Clerk’s website or by using County residents connect quickly and Prosecutor Grace H. Park announced pion in football who was a 2010 the new app, “Union County Votes.” easily with accurate information about last Wednesday. second-round NFL draft pick and The names of candidates running voting and elections. The app is avail- Jermaine Cunningham, 26, pleaded most recently played for the New for the Republican or Democratic able for Apple and Android devices guilty on May 13 before state Supe- York Jets, also had posted a sexually nominations for the New Jersey Gen- and it has active hyperlinks, phone rior Court Judge William Daniel to explicit image of his estranged girl- eral Assembly, county clerk, county numbers and e-mail addresses. single counts of third-degree inva- friend on Instagram earlier without freeholders and municipal offices in “The Union County Votes app en- sion of privacy, fourth-degree illegal her consent. the June 2 Primary Election are posted ables voters to view sample ballots, transport of a weapon, and fourth- The investigation also revealed that find their polling place, request vote- degree possession of hollow-point while the recovered handgun was le- Assembly Advances by-mail ballot applications and voter bullets. gally owned and registered to registration forms,” Ms. Rajoppi On Monday, December 29, 2014, Cunningham, he illegally transported Prescription Drug added. “The app also provides infor- Summit Police Department officers it to New Jersey when he had his mation for people interested in be- were called to a home on Lafayette vehicle transported here from Geor- Disposal Legislation coming poll workers or running for FUNDING THE SQUAD... The Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad (WVRS) is Avenue by Cunningham’s estranged gia last April. TRENTON – The General Assem- office, including election filing dates presented a Fund Drive check from the residents of the senior living complex on girlfriend on a report of a domestic Cunningham, who has no prior crimi- bly has advanced legislation that and district maps.” Boynton Avenue and the Westfield Housing Corporation. Treasurer Lynn dispute, according to Union County nal history in New Jersey, is scheduled Feldman is pictured accepting the donation from Boynton resident Jane Barris would require pharmacies and physi- The County Clerk’s responsi- on behalf of the WVRS. Similar donations are being accepted from the residents Prosecutor’s Office Domestic Violence to be sentenced on Friday, June 19 cians to instruct patients on how to bilities include administering of Westfield during the current May Fund Drive. For more information on Unit Supervisor Andrew Olesnycky, before state Superior Court Judge Rob- safely dispose unused prescribed con- election laws within and for the WVRS activities and how to donate, please visit www.westfieldrescuesquad.org. who prosecuted the case. A Walther ert J. Mega, at which time he is ex- trolled dangerous substances such as County of Union and its 21 mu- PK 380 handgun and hollow-point pected to receive a term of probation. Percocet and Oxycontin. nicipalities for primary, general, bullets subsequently were found in As a result of his plea he also will be The bill, A-709, would require the school board and special elections Valley National Appoints Cunningham’s Audi sedan, Mr. required to forfeit the firearm that was state’s Division of Consumer Affairs including acceptance of nominat- Olesnycky said. recovered from his vehicle. to post a notice on its website that will ing petitions, designing ballots, advise patients about the availability mailing “Vote By Mail” ballots Vernick to VP/Terr. Sales Mgr. of drug take-back programs sponsored and tabulating voting results for WAYNE – Valley National Bank Washington University and is a mem- Lance Returning $225K In by a local, state or federal government the public record. has announced the appointment of ber of the Gateway Chamber of Com- agency; and how to obtain informa- More information about sample Marc Vernick of Westfield to vice- merce. He can be reached at (201) tion from those programs concerning ballots for the Primary Election can president – territory sales manager 991-1130 or by e-mail at Office Budget to Treasury where the unused prescription drugs be obtained by calling the County for the Kearny market. [email protected]. WASHINGTON, D.C. — Continu- his 2014 congressional office budget may be dropped off for safe and en- Clerk’s Office at (908) 527-4996 or Mr. Vernick joined Valley in March Mr. Vernick resides in Westfield ing to make good on his promise to to the U.S. Treasury for the purposes vironmentally sound disposal. by visiting the office at 2 Broad Street, and specializes in new business de- and served as a manager for TD Bank cut federal spending, Rep. Leonard of deficit reduction. Since coming to The measure is part of a 21-bill pack- Room 113, Elizabeth N.J. 07207. velopment, retention and increasing prior to joining Valley. Lance (R-7th) has announced he will Congress in January 2009, the Sev- age to address New Jersey’s heroin and Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 wallet share and profitability. He be returning nearly $225,000 from enth District lawmaker has returned prescription drug abuse crisis. p.m. Monday through Friday. brings over 18 years of banking ex- nearly one-half of a million dollars perience as a high achieving and in- from his office operating budget. novative business development of- PBA Head Praises Passage “I have always tried to provide the ficer in the financial services field. people of New Jersey’s Seventh Con- Mr. Vernick is responsible for de- gressional District with the best pos- veloping enduring client relationships Of Bill to Protect Officers sible constituent service at the least throughout his market which covers WOODBRIDGE – New Jersey same protections as anyone else wear- possible cost to taxpayers,” Mr. Lance Kearny, East Newark and Harrison. State Policemen’s Benevolent Asso- ing the uniform, regardless of whether said. “It is my hope that this effort He will accomplish this by network- ciation President Patrick Colligan they are on or off duty. will send an appropriate message to ing and partnering with COI’s and released the following statement “It is not uncommon for inmates my constituents that fiscal responsi- internal partners to uncover commer- praising the New Jersey State Senate’s released from jail to live in the bility begins at home.” cial mortgages, LOC, treasury solu- passage of legislation that will up- same communities as the correc- Mr. Lance has a record of reducing tions and other business development grade simple assault to aggravated tions officers charged with over- spending on legislative operations in opportunities for middle market busi- assault if committed against correc- seeing their incarceration. This Washington — voting to slash con- nesses throughout his territory. tions officers and other law enforce- dynamic has the potential to create gressional office budgets by $782 “Marc is a top producing business ment officers because of job status a scenario where off-duty officers million (a 14 percent reduction), ban development officer with strong in- and commended legislators for their find themselves with their families earmarks and prevent pay increases terpersonal skills, and a persistent role in trying to ensure the safety of in their communities and in con- for members of Congress. work ethic that clearly sets him apart off-duty officers. The legislation tact with individuals they were pre- “Members of Congress cannot seri- from his peers,” remarked John passed the Senate unanimously, 35- viously overseeing in our prison ously talk about deficit reduction with- Montesano, first vice-president and to-0. system. out first operating their own office Hudson district sales manager. “We “This is about parity. If you wear “Today’s legislation provides budgets in a fiscally conservative man- are confident that this appointment the law enforcement uniform, you protective measures for officers ner,” he added. “At a time when so will help Valley continue to build deserve the protection. Corrections and helps serve as a deterrent for many Americans are continuing to relationships throughout the bank’s officers are playing a critical role any potential conflict that could tighten their family budgets, I have MEET AND GREET... Garwood Republican Borough Council candidates Joe market.” every day in the fight to keep our arise from residual impact of the made every effort to use my congres- Sarno and Ileen Bocchino-Cuccaro invite the borough residents to meet them at Mr. Vernick has a Bachelor’s De- streets safe and our neighborhoods corrections officer-inmate dy- sional budget resources wisely and the Garwood Rocks! street fair on Sunday, June 7 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. gree in Political Science from George secure, and they deserve to have the namic.” efficiently.” Not all dental implants are the same Dental implants have been known to exist for more than 2000 years according to historians. Earliest known implants took the form of carved stones evolving to carved ivory, casted metal and eventually into titanium placed in place of the extracted tooth, drilled screwed or hammered into place. Modern day dental implants were pioneered by a Swedish professor Per-Ingvar Branemark in the early 1980’s, and are surgically placed in the jaw. They are known as endosseous or root-form implants made of titanium. Once placed, they become fused to the bone, and the implant fixture or fixtures can be used to restore a tooth, several teeth or all the teeth by either, cementing, attaching by screws, or having a detachable appliance that snaps into place. There are several components and instruments needed in order to restore a dental implant fixture. SUMMER MEMBERSHIPS There is no denying the fact that implants are successful and last many years when properly maintained by your dentist. Because of their success, new implant companies Whole Family: $325 are sprouting up all over the world with new companies appearing on the horizon every year! Just like in the auto industry, each company has different parts, sets of instruments Individual Adult: $225 and tools in order to “work” on their product. However, just like any other industry, College Students: $99 implant companies do fail and go out of business. So these “specials” that you see advertised may not end up to be such a good bargain given the test of time. and no Joiner’s Fee ($100 value!)

So what makes a good implant system? A long track record is one criterion to use. Summer memberships start now and are valid through 9/6/15. Another gauge is worldwide appeal and availability. Regional and smaller companies New member must not have been a full facility member for the last 60 days. have good clinical success also, but due to lack of acceptance, they may not survive, and their components and instrumentation would become difficult or impossible to obtain should problems arise. Successful implant companies can be found worldwide and have other companies copying their design. This makes componentry and 1. IT’S GOOD FOR THE SPIRIT, instrumentation more readily available. MIND, AND BODY Our certified health & wellness staff, community atmosphere, facilities Patients that have artificial joints usually get a document that informs them the and land and water fitness classes will make a difference in you. So manufacturer, lot and reference number to what have been placed. This valuable start now! information will allow another physician anywhere in the world to treat this patient should a problem or defects arise. TRY 2. TRY SOMETHING NEW Take a TRX, Aqua Fit or Yoga class or gain a splash of confidence in Dental implant fixtures should be treated in the same manner. A document should be adult swim lessons -- all included with your membership! provided to you by the treating dentist that specifies which company, type, size, reference, THE and lot number of the dental implant placed. Granted that few problems occur with 3. BUILD RELATIONSHIPS dental implants, but should something occur, any dentist with the proper information Play a pick-up basketball game, join in for lap swim, family swim/gym anywhere in the world would be able to obtain the necessary componentry and and racquetball, and make lasting friendships in camp! instrumentation to treat you. 4. WE ARE MORE THAN A PLACE, Be informed. Discuss with your dentist what system would be best for you. Obtain proper WE’RE A CAUSE documentation to what implant has been placed. Unlike an automobile, when it gets old Be part of the nonprofit organization that strengthens community and breaks down, you cannot just go out and trade it in for a new one. Once an implant through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility! fixture fuses to the bone, it would be difficult to remove and replace with a different fixture. Being able to obtain the necessary parts and instruments to treat them is vital. 5. ______Tell us your reason why … we have a gift for you! The Laser Dental Group P.C.

581 Westfield Avenue 1205 Coolidge Avenue WESTFIELD AREA Y Westfield, NJ 07090 Union, NJ 07083 220 Clark St., Westfield ∙ 908-233-2700 ∙ westfieldynj.org ∙ westfieldareay 908-232-2136 908-686-2080 Peter Louie, D.M.D. Strengthening the communities of Cranford, Garwood, Mountainside and Westfield since 1923.

www.thelaserdentalgroup.com General Dentistry Financial assistance is available. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, May 28, 2015 Page 3 Lance Comments on Controversy Over ‘13 Trip WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. trip was bipartisan in nature and many Leonard Lance (R-7th) issued the members of Congress have gone on following statement following news similar approved trips to the region in reports the trip he and nine other the past. No family or staff accompa- members of Congress took in 2013 nied me on the trip. was paid for by the government of “While overseas, I received a rug Azerbaijan. delivered to my hotel room, which I “The New York-based non-profit returned to Turkish officials immedi- Council of Turkic American Asso- ately upon returning to the U.S., as ciations (CTAA) invited me to visit well as souvenir earrings valued at Turkey and Azerbaijan during the $100. I reimbursed the trip sponsors spring of 2013. The purpose of the for the earrings personally and im- trip was to explore foreign policy and mediately, in full compliance with energy security issues in the region the House gift rules. and to promote and strengthen U.S.- “I am furious that the Council of A WELCOMED GIFT... The Fanwood-Scotch Plains Recycling Association Turkic relations. In their March 26, Turkic American Associations may NEWEST COUNTY PLAYGOUND... The Union County Board of Chosen thanks Charlie Brown's Fresh Grill for their sponsorship of $1,000. Pictured, Freeholders cut the ribbon on a new playground/sprayground in Warinanco 2013 invitation to me, the CTAA have misled me, my colleagues and Park in Elizabeth last Thursday. The new facilities are located across from the from left to right, are: David R. Salomon, New Jersey State certified recycing wrote, ‘All trip-related expenses will the House Ethics Committee. I take professional, Sustainable Resource Management; Claudia Heller, assistant man- Boat House and include the playground, sprayground (which has more than 100 be paid for by CTAA and all aspects ethical issues very seriously which spray jets) and is the seventh sprayground to open in the county parks system; ager, Charlie Brown's Fresh Grill, Scotch Plains, and Clayton S. Pierce,facilitator of the trip will be in full conformity is why my staff and I have cooper- for the Association. new basketball and volleyball courts and renovated restroom/concession build- with the House Ethics rules.’ ated in all aspects of the investiga- ings. Pictured, from left to right, are: Anibal Sedano, of Elizabeth, with his “Prior to the trip I sought and re- tion fully and will continue to com- grandson, Adam Sedano; Freeholder Sergio Granados; Freeholder Vice-Chair- ceived approval from the U.S. House municate and work with the House man Bruce Bergen cutting ribbon; Freeholders Chris Hudak and Bette Jane N.J. Senators Call On Defense Committee on Ethics for the travel. I Committee on Ethics, the official Kowalski; Elizabeth Third Ward Councilman Kevin Kiniery; County Parks relied upon this written authorization arbiter of House ethics matters, to Director Ron Zuber; Ellie Newbury, and County Manager Al Faella. Sec. to Prevent Discrimination in deciding to travel overseas. The resolve this matter.” Census Bureau Reports N.J. Towns WASHINGTON, D.C. –U.S. Sena- wrote the Senators. tors Bob Menendez and Cory Booker In addition to Sens. Menendez and With Largest Population Gains (both D-N.J.) joined a bipartisan Booker, the letter was also signed by Lance Announces Academy group of 22 senators in a letter calling 20 other senators. REGION — The U.S. Census Bu- New Jersey also gained 12,302 on U.S. Secretary of Defense Ashton Fair Forum for Students reau has reported which municipali- housing units during the year ending Carter to update the equal opportu- Clerk Hours Extended ties in New Jersey experienced the on July 1, 2014. nity policies across the U.S. Depart- dents by conducting interviews and largest increases in population last The population estimates are based WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. year. on annual population estimates since ment of Defense and military ser- For Mail-In Ballots Leonard Lance (R-7th) has an- reviewing a rigorous application and vices to prevent discrimination, ha- letters of recommendations. The ap- The municipality gaining the most the 2010 Census and up to July 1, COUNTY — Union County Clerk nounced that he will host the 2015 people in New Jersey between July 1, 2014. Also released were July 1, 2014, rassment, or intimidation of service Joanne Rajoppi will open her offices Academy Nomination Information plication will be made available to members based on sexual orienta- attendees and specific questions on 2013, and July 1, 2014, was Jersey estimates of the number of housing in Elizabeth and Westfield this Satur- Fair at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 6 in City whose population rose by 3,484 units for the nation, states and coun- tion, explaining that the 2011 repeal day, May 30, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the conference center at Raritan Val- deadlines and other criteria will be of the discriminatory “Don’t Ask, discussed. over the period. Jersey City was fol- ties. voters seeking last-minute mail-in ley Community College, 118 lowed by Lakewood (population in- The Census Bureau is telling the Don’t Tell” policy enabled service ballots. The office in Elizabeth at the Lamington Road, Branchburg. The This event is free and open to all members to serve openly without the interested high school students who crease of 1,586), New Brunswick economic side of this story via two Union County Courthouse, 2 Broad Academy Fair allows high school (1,144), Newark (1,111) and products. County Business Patterns fear of being discharged, but failed to Street, and the office in Westfield at students to learn how to be nomi- reside in the Seventh Congressional include binding protections for gay, District. Princeton (1,067). provides 2013 statistics on the num- the Colleen Fraser Building, 300 North nated for the five Service Academies ber of business establishments, em- lesbian, and bisexual service mem- Avenue East, will be open as a public of the United States: The Air Force bers in equal opportunity programs. ployment and payroll. Additionally, service for voters who choose the Vote- Academy (USAFA), Naval Academy the Economic Census Geographic “The repeal of DADT represented By-Mail option for the Primary Elec- (USNA), Military Academy great progress toward eradicating a Area Series provides data on similar tion to be held on Tuesday, June 2. (USMA), Merchant Marine Acad- measures, plus revenues, for states, significant barrier to formal equality, Completed ballots will be kept in a emy (USMMA) and Coast Guard but the military is not yet an equitable counties and places, including for secure lockbox under the control of Academy (USCGA). Presentations more than 5,000 communities not environment for gay, lesbian, and the Union County Board of Elec- will be made on eligibility and the bisexual service members. The ab- available from previous economic tions, who will collect them for count- application process. censuses. sence of formal equal opportunity ing. The Clerk’s office has processed “Nominating qualified young men protections not only undermines The economic census is conducted more than 1,000 mail-in ballots to and women to attend the United States every five years and provides a com- foundational American principles of date for the Primary Election. Service Academies is among the most fairness and equality, it also presents prehensive and detailed profile of the To obtain a Vote-By-Mail applica- gratifying responsibilities of a Mem- U.S. economy, covering millions of an unneeded risk to national security tion, voters may download the form ber of Congress. I hope students will by negatively impacting the morale businesses representing more than at the County Clerk’s website: come and learn about the process for 1,000 industries and providing unique and readiness of our all-volunteer ucnj.org/vote-by-mail, but they must earning a nomination. Our nation force. Conversely, an environment in portraits of American industries and bring the completed application to needs talented men and women to local communities. which all service members can de- either of the County Clerk’s offices service in our Armed Forces and I fend their country with honor and on Saturday, May 30, between 9 a.m. know many students from New Jer- personal integrity, and without fear and 1 p.m., or on Monday, June 1, sey proudly come forward each year Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader and The Times See it all on the Web! of discrimination, strengthens the before 3 p.m. For more information, for consideration,” Mr. Lance said. PREPARING FOR THE SHREDDER... Union County sponsored a paper bonds of shared sacrifice and main- please contact the County Clerk’s Mr. Lance and a board of local shredding event on May 16th on the campus of Union County College in www.goleader.com tains good order and discipline,” office at (908) 527-4996. veterans consider all interested stu- Cranford.

GRAND You Are Invited To Our Grand Re-Opening! RE-OPENING! SATURDAY, JUNE 20TH - 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM No Dogs Please For This Event Open House Guided Facility Tours Refreshments and light fare Giveaways & more!

$35 OFF FREE DAY Franchise Any Over Night OF DOGGIE DAYCARE Opportunities Boarding Reservation Available FANWOOD LOCATION ONLY. FANWOOD LOCATION ONLY. For First Time Customers. With This Coupon Only. Cannot Be Combined For First Time Customers. With This Coupon Only. Cannot Be Combined With Any Other Offers. Expires 7/31/15. With Any Other Offers. Expires 7/31/15.

57 South Avenue | Fanwood, NJ 07023 | 908-490-0808 | www.k9resorts.com |

Featured in: Page 4 Thursday, May 28, 2015 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ The Westfield Leader The Scotch Plains–Fanwood Letters to the Editor — Established 1890 — Times Since 1959 DD Legal Newspaper for the County of Union, New Jersey The National Flag DDTM and for Westfield, Mountainside, Scotch Plains, Fanwood, Cranford and Garwood Diction Deception Editor of Leader, Dear Sir: will render this honor. Members of: “Do not place any other flag or Below are four arcane words, each New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association • Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce As we scavengers of Westfield are pennant above or, if on the same with four definitions – only one is cor- Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association • Fanwood Business & Professional Association members of the NRA I was asked to level, to the right of the flag of the rect. The others are made up. Are you march in the parade Saturday, Octo- sharp enough to discern this deception of Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey United States of America. ber 18. And as it is authorized to carry “Do not display the flag on a float diction? P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 our national flag in a parade we also in a parade except from a staff. If you can guess one correctly – good Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 carried one, but we carried it flat guess. If you get two – well-read indi- “Do not place any object or em- vidual. If you get three – word expert. If Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 which is improper (according to the blem of any kind on or above the flag book). you get all four – You must have a lot of POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at of the United State of America. free time! P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 Before going any further, I wish to “Do not use the flag as drapery in All words and correct definitions state why our national flag was im- Published every Thursday by Watchung Communications, Inc. any form whatsoever. Use bunting of come from the board game Diction properly carried. Before we formed blue, white and red. Deception. Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Jeff Gruman the line on Chestnut Street, I noticed “Do not fasten the flag in such Answers to last week’s arcane words. ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER SALES MANAGER that one man had our national flag manner as will permit it to be easily 1. Macrognathic – Having very long Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo well folded under his arm without torn. jaws COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION staff. I told them that I never saw the “Do not let the flag touch the ground 2. Hippiatry – The practice of treating Lauren S. Barr Ben Corbin Robert P. Connelly national flag carried flat and it was or the floor, or trail in the water. the diseases of horses EDUCATION & ARTS SERVICES BUSINESS OPERATIONS improper, and they told me that they “Do not drop the flag over the 3. Dauw – A South African zebra had seen it so carried. hood, top, sides or back of a vehicle 4. Teest – A small anvil SUBSCRIPTION PRICE www.goleader.com/subscribe As a citizen of the United States or of a railroad train or boat. When CZARDAS One-year – $33 • Two-year – $62 • Three-year – $90 and honorably discharged with the the flag is displayed on a motor car 1. Formerly, the son of a Czar of Rus- rank of sergeant from the U.S. Army, the staff should be affixed firmly to sia I heartily regret that I did not refuse to the chassis, or clamped to the radia- 2. A Hungarian dance consisting of a march while our national flag was tor cap. fast movement and a slow movement Local Rescue Squads Are There improperly carried. “Do not use the flag as a covering 3. The wife of a Russian prince in Once I found our national flag 6 Czarist Russia for a ceiling. 4. Ukranian land controlled by the feet by 3 feet, 10 inches in rubbish, “Do not carry the flag flat or hori- thrown away because it was old, central government of Russia For Us; Let’s Be There For Them zontally, but always aloft and free. ZAIN whereas it could have been destroyed “Do not use the flag as a portion of 1. A dark-colored unspotted horse Among the holidays, events and traditions that fall have faithfully responded for decades, today regu- privately in their home instead of a costume or of an athletic uniform. 2. The European pike perch within the month of May is National EMS Week, larly face the dual challenges of maintaining suffi- throwing it away like a rag. Do not embroider it upon cushions or 3. In the Sudan, a camping place usu- which this year was observed from May 17 to 23. cient staff and funding to continue their operations. I think children should not be per- handkerchiefs nor print it on paper ally enclosed by a palasade or thorn hedge This annual recognition highlights the vital role Local squads depend upon donations from the com- mitted by their parents to even play napkins or boxes. 4. A tough, wiry grass found in the Emergency Medical Services units play in their munity to continue to serve the public without charge, with those little flags sold for five “Do not use the flag in any form of Southwest and Mexico cents which are often noticed on lawns CULPABLE communities 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 but lack of adequate funding makes that goal ever advertising or fasten an advertising 1. Reliable and floors. I will not let my children sign to a pole from which the flag is days a year. more difficult to meet. play with it no matter how little it is. 2. Guilty, blameworthy Overlook Medical Center held its annual EMS We encourage everyone to give what they can to flown. 3. Most vulnerable I feel that it is my duty to submit to “Do not display, use or store the 4. Unmanageable Dinner on May 19 where, like other years, squads support the rescue squads’ annual fund drives. Every both The Standard and The Westfield flag in such a manner as will permit it JAKO had the opportunity to honor members of their dollar is critical to training volunteers, maintaining Leader some cautions that I copied to be easily soiled or damaged.” 1. Just right (slang) respective ranks as Responder of the Year. Addition- ambulances and necessary equipment, and for other from a book for the benefit of those I have noticed our national flag 2. A hunter, especially with a bow and ally, rescue squad members were recognized by services squads provide to their communities. who have learned to read English displayed on front porch rails with arrow their local government for their service and dedica- Besides funding, there is the matter of having without attending a public school, stones or bricks on it to hold it down 3. The gray African parrot tion to their neighbors and community. enough available volunteers. We recognize that the where they could have been taught to which I think is improper. 4. A glove Our local emergency responders richly deserve demands of modern life — two working parents respect our national flag. The name of the book that I have Frank Bavos See more letters on page 5 this recognition. The rescue squads that serve many often juggling child care or eldercare and perhaps November 15, 1933 mentioned above is, “The Flag of the Westfield, N.J. area communities — Westfield, Scotch Plains, other responsibilities — do not always leave much U.S., Your Flag and Mine,” by Fanwood, Mountainside, Garwood, Cranford, Ber- time for activities such as volunteering. However, Harrison Summers Kerricks, Lieut. Epilog – Written by my late grand- Letters to keley Heights and Clark among them — are all- for those who may find themselves with some Colonel, Coast Artillery Corps, U.S. father, Frank Bavos. Born in Italy in the Editor volunteer units. They respond to calls under all newfound extra time, or who may be seeking some Army, copyrighted 1925. 1897, he came to the United States at circumstances — day or night, rain or shine, some- avenue of community service, we urge them to In this book on page 111 are writ- 16 years old. He taught himself to times in very hazardous weather conditions. These consider volunteering with their local rescue squad. ten the following cautions: read and write English and forbade Thanks to Westfield volunteers range from young people to senior adults, We can think of nothing more rewarding than an- “Do not permit disrespect to be anyone to speak Italian in his house- shown to the flag of the United States hold. He had his own carting busi- First Responders some having served several generations of their swering the call of a neighbor in need. ness (originally with horse and cart), On Sunday, May 17th there was a fellow townspeople. Their education and career back- Funding and staffing are both critical in order for of America. “Do not dip the flag of the United then worked for the town of Westfield fire in the attic of our home. I imme- grounds vary as well, as do their life experiences, yet local squads to continue their invaluable services. States of America to any person or until he retired -- Patrice Bavos. diately called the Westfield Fire De- they all possess one thing in common: a desire to Each of us, or someone we love, on any given day anything. The regimental color, state partment who responded within a help others in their time of need. may need them to be there for us. Let us do all that flag, organization or institutional flag few short minutes. From that phone However, these venerable organizations, which we can to show our support and be there for them. call, until they left our house two hours later, they acted profession- There Are Many Viewpoints, Not ally, politely and with great care for our personal property and well be- Arrests In Fraud Case Example Just Those Offended By Art Display ing. I was dismayed at the responses to value the police in our community. They were joined by the Westfield the “Police Brutality” display at the However, recent events in the news police and an ambulance from the Of Agencies Working Together Westfield School District Art Show. show that this is not the case across Westfield Rescue Squad. Fortunately The student artists, through their art, our country. Many citizens have ex- nobody was hurt, and the damage to Often we here about towns sharing services with Police departments around the country have taken depicted different viewpoints on the periences with police that are quite our house was not overwhelming. other communities and the county to save money. a lot of criticism in recent months following the Eric issue of police brutality in our coun- different than ours. Therefore, the It is extremely comforting to know One of the biggest areas where there has been a lot Garner (Staten Island), Michael Brown (Ferguson, try. Yes, there are in fact many view- “Police Brutality” art display be- that we live in a town where emer- of success is among first responders, such the Union Mo.), and the latest, the Freddie Gray shooting in points on this issue, not just the ones comes an issue of freedom of speech. gencies are handled with such pro- County mutual aid system which was evident at the Baltimore which caused unrest in the city forcing a of those who were offended by the art The freedom to consider and com- fessionalism and efficiency. recent gasoline station fire in Fanwood or the Labor city-imposed curfew. While some of the cases, such display. Of course, many people, even ment on police brutality without re- Thank you to all who helped us Day strip mall fire on South Avenue in Westfield. the Garner case, do not appear to be police justified, Fox News, jumped to conclusions striction. When we start to deem what that evening. And just two weeks ago it was announced that a thorough investigations are needed anytime an of- without understanding the assign- is appropriate for our school’s art Barbara and Jerry Crown ment. The art was deemed as “not show, libraries, music concerts, etc. Westfield joint investigation between the Westfield Police ficer fires his or her weapon in the line of duty. appropriate” and showing “bias and we are moving in a dangerous direc- Department, the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, and Westfield, as an upscale community, is not likely bigotry” in the last week’s editorial tion. Kean; Commitment to the Union County Prosecutor’s Office’s Special Pros- to be involved in shootings although a domestic case and letters. Please teachers, continue to en- ecutions Unit busted a credit card fraud ring that or robbery gone bad can happen any place. As a former kindergarten in New courage your students, young and Widespread Recycling occurred at Lord & Taylor’s here in Westfield result- This was a significant case as identity theft and York City, my young students learned old, to learn about their world from Every year in New Jersey, tens of ing in seven arrests. The men used government- stolen credit cards are serious crimes. People who about art by visiting some of the best all points of view. Their intellectual millions of tons of solid waste are issued documents to obtain fraudulent credit cards have their identity compromised face a battle to get museums in the world as part of their freedom is a right to be protected and incinerated or deposited into land- and gift cards that they used to buy expensive spirits. their credit rating restored. curriculum. They learned, at an im- cherished. Do not ever allow others fills, posing a serious threat to the Authorities uncovered $540,000 in cash and $75,000 We congratulate the Westfield Police and other pressionable age, about the value of to restrict the abilities of students to environment, public health and safety. law enforcement agencies involved in this credit art in our society, as it reflects events learn and to express themselves. One New Jersey’s growing landfills re- worth in merchandise and 250 driver’s licenses and and issues throughout history. Kudos day, the world will belong to our lease toxic chemicals into the soil credit cards. Charges against the men included pos- card fraud case. This obviously was a complicated to the teachers for encouraging her children and we are giving them the and groundwater. Incinerated waste session of identifying documents to facilitate fraud. case that turned out well in the end. own students to think about a current tools to be the very citizens who will emits dangerous toxins and air pol- event and consider the many view- continue to uphold the values of a lutants. points surrounding it. Viewpoints great country, and perhaps, make it a In our most-densely populated which some found offensive. better place. state, it is imperative that we all ex- Here in our lovely hamlet of Tricia Brown pand recycling efforts to ensure a Westfield, of course we respect and Westfield safer, cleaner and greener future for us all and generations to come. We Informing Your Readers of introduced Senate Resolution 130 urging state and local entities to imple- The Issues Affecting Them ment innovative programs to keep Thank you for publishing my com- it or not. Thank you for widening my commonly un-recycled and difficult- ments made at the Cranford Board of audience to your readers. I have been to-recycle items out of landfills and Education meeting on May 18. I’ve waiting months to say my piece and incinerators. We are working to set been having trouble sleeping at night now that I finally did it. this example at our schools, govern- knowing how our children and teach- I am so grateful Thomas Van Duyne ment buildings, parks, museums, ers are being robbed of the experi- was there to report it. Many, many beaches and attractions in hopes that ence they deserve in our changing thanks to him as I deeply appreciate families and businesses will also fol- public schools. the words he wrote in the May 21, low suit... Your paper will serve the people by 2015 Westfield Leader. The full text is available at www.senatenj.com. informing them of the issues that are Maria Loikith affecting them, whether they realize Cranford Sen. Tom Kean Sen. Christopher Bateman Thank You, Mr. Pinto, For Saving A PENNY SAVED IS The Life of Mountainside Woman BORROWED TODAY Editor’s Note: The following letter his concern. The neighbor called the was sent to the Mountainside/ police who responded along with the Westfield Post Office and copied to local rescue squad. Upon entering this newspaper. the house, my client was found on the ***** kitchen floor severely dehydrated, in I would like to take this opportu- an altered mental state, unab1e to nity to advise you of a recent incident move and with her vital signs ex- involving one of my elderly clients tremely unstable. She was adminis- who lives on Force Drive in tered IV fluids immediately, given Mountainside. She is a 90-year-old something to eat and her vital signs widow who lives alone in her home were stabilized. State LD-21 State LD-22 7th Congressional District and Pedro Pinto is her mail carrier. Had it not been for the diligence of Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Representative Leonard Lance (R) Sometime during Sunday, March Mr. Pinto, my client could very well 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. 425 North Avenue E., Westfield, NJ 07090 1, she tripped on her kitchen floor, have died. Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 (908) 518-7733 where site remained unable to get up Both my client and myself wish to (908) 232-3673 (908) 587-0404 [Westfield, Mountainside, Garwood, Summit and Cranford Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asw. Linda Stender (D) are in the 7th Congressional District] or to reach a phone. It was not until thank Mr. Pinto for his actions, which 251 North Ave. West 1801 East Second St. Wednesday, March 4, when Mr. Pinto have led to my client’s full recovery Westfield, N.J. 07090 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 12th Congressional District attempted to deliver the mail, be- and return to her home. Mr. Pinto is Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman (D) Union County Freeholders (908) 232-2073 (908) 668-1900 cause of his concern and caring for truly one of our nation’s unsung he- Elizabeth, New Jersey Asm. Nancy Munoz (R) Asm. Jerry Green (D) 850 Bear Tavern Road, Suite 201, Ewing, N.J. 08628 his customers, became alarmed that roes who go above and beyond in the (609) 883-0026 (908) 527-4200 57 Union Place, Suite 310 17 Watchung Ave. the mail had not been retrieved from performance of their duties and is Al Faella, Mgr. [email protected] Summit, N.J. 07901 Plainfield, N.J. 07060 [Fanwood, Plainfield and most of Scotch Plains the mailbox on Monday and Tues- truly a credit to the United States are in the 12th Congressional District] Mohamed Jalloh, chair (908) 918-0414 (908) 561-5757 day, March and 3. Postal Service. [email protected] LD-21 includes Westfield, LD-22 includes Scotch Plains, [email protected], [email protected] Mr. Pinto inquired of a neighbor Sebastian D’Elia, Public Info. Mountainside, Garwood, Fanwood, Plainfield, Clark and [email protected], [email protected] Agnes S. Wladyka, Esq. across the street if she had seen any Mountainside (908) 527-4419 Summit and Cranford. Linden. [email protected], [email protected] activity at the house and expressed [email protected] A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, May 28, 2015 Page 5 Municipalities Should Band Together We Cannot Afford Giving Failed Against The Union County Budget Letters to the Editor Politicians Keys to The White House We had written to all 21 town’s regard- director (+6 percent), Juvenile Detention Hubris describes politicians seek- southern half, are barely getting by, ing the Union County budget and the disap- (+20 percent), Div. of Aging (+19 per- ing the Presidency who have failed in living below the federal poverty line pearing $25 million in tax moneys — and cent), Div. of Youth Services (+11 per- their jobs! or struggling to pay for food, hous- requesting you to come to the Union County cent), Employee Training (+15 percent), Governor Chris Christie. Rutgers’ ing, childcare and other basic needs, budget hearing to ask questions. Note the Div. of Social Services (+9 percent), Div. hearing was on May 14, 2015. Only three of Planning (+61 percent), Dept. of Parks School of Public Affairs and Admin- according to United Way….” residents showed to comment. (+35 percent), Recreation Facilities (+13 istration ranks New Jersey 2nd slow- Mike Huckabee the 11th-year Such a cavalier attitude from the 21 percent), Div. of Environmental Services est in job growth, 36th in economic former Governor of Arkansas. The towns governing bodies toward the larg- (+8 percent), and Park Maintenance (+6 growth, and the 5th most expensive United States Census Bureau ranked est local budget affecting your constitu- percent). state in which to live! Arkansas the 4th poorest state per ents is certainly disappointing, but we are Within the 5 percent threshold, the He appears more interested in Iowa capita in 2013! not here to chastise your actions. Instead summary of depts. impacts were; 14 +/ 5 and New Hampshire than in founder- Texas’s United States Senator Ted we would like to delineate something –. The issue we all face, knowing how ing Atlantic City or poverty-stricken Cruz and former Governor Rick Perry. that would certainly make your finance apparently wasteful and bloated the Camden that Neighborhood Scout The Texas Medical Association: committee chair jealous and any town county government has become, is that elected official envious wishing they this money is now considered a hidden ranks as the most dangerous Ameri- “Texas is the uninsurance capital of could do this, instead of having to be slush fund for whatever whims they hold. can city! Other candidates also spend the United States. More than 6.3 mil- constrained by your voters. We know the county was exposed in more time running for President than lion Texans, including 1.2 million We reviewed the county budget by the press already, the major crimes that on their official duties! children, lack health insurance.” department and below lists the percent their employees and their shadow entities United States Senator Bernie Sand- Kentucky’s United States Senator increases/decreases of each in the county they control have committed. As we noted ers was chairman of the Veterans’ Rand Paul. The New York Times: “In budget. We placed a 5 percent floor for before, at least $25 million is absorbed Affairs Committee when at least 40 its persistent poverty, Eastern the threshold, and obviously now ex- into the county budget, the above list of GENERATIONS OF TRADITION...Great grandchildren and grandchild pose veterans died in veterans’ facilities in Kentucky…just might be hardest clude plus or minus impacts from the line item percentages reveal this clearly. last week at Fairview cemetery in Westfield. Stacey Bavos (far right with Phoenix and more than 120,000 vet- place to live in the United States.” Runnells Specialized Hospital sale since The final budget vote by the Freeholders is sunglasses) has been honoring her father, Pasquale Bavos, by placing flags every that’s completed. We found the follow- scheduled for June 11th, but please verify this. erans across the country waited for or South Carolina’s United States Memorial Day since 1999. The eldest boy, Andrew Rodriguez (back row, left) has never obtained medical care! Senator Lindsey Graham. Forbes ing impacts. To reiterate: been helping since he was five years of age. The American Legion, Post 3 Reading the increases certainly makes Some suggestions: Please attend the Hillary Rodham Clinton’s famous ranked it the 4th poorest state in 2014. coordinates over 4,000 flags each Memorial Day. "The Elms" is the section where “reset” with Russia did not make Louisiana’s Governor Bobby one wonder how much money is being Freeholders meeting and demand the re- Stacey has been active with a display of over 300 flags. See letter from 1933 on hidden among the line items: turn of at least $19 million, or get with the page 4. Vladimir Putinless aggressive! She Jindal. The Census Bureau ranked County Manager Office (+24 percent), other towns to pass a resolution demand- was the Secretary of State when ter- Louisiana the seventh poorest state Freeholders (+46 percent), Clerk of the ing the monies be returned, or contact the rorists attacked the poorly secured by median household income in 2014. Board (+10 percent), Debt service (+13 state authorities such as the DLGS or Westfield Rec. Dept. Thanks Race American diplomatic post in Wisconsin’s Governor Scott Walker. percent), Div. of reimbursement (+13 OSC to help force the money back into Benghazi and killed four Americans, CBS Market Watch ranks Milwaukee percent), Div. of Comptroller (+5 per- your constituents hands. Or even as a Participants, Volunteers and Sponsors cent), UCIA aid (+32 percent), Div. of coalition, threaten to hold back a percent including Ambassador Chris Stevens. the 2nd poorest American city! The County Adjuster (+13 percent), Admin. of the county portion of tax money you Sunday, May 17th, turned out to be a Medicine Associates, Jeff Brandes of Her diplomacy did not bring peace to Huffington Post ranks it as the 9th Services director (+12 percent), Surro- (municipalities) collect since they are beautiful day for our 2015 annual road Elevation Tennis, The ShopRite of the Middle East, stop China’s aggres- most dangerous American city! gate (+12 percent), Eng. and facilities sitting on the money already. This last race “Run The Park.” We had over 250 Garwood and The Westfield Running sion, or end Iran’s nuclear weapon Carly Fiorina. The Associated Press (+112 percent), IT (+6 percent), Dept. of action would certainly create a high pro- happy runners and spectators that came Company. The Supporting Sponsors: and missile ambitions! reported her six-year reign at Hewlett- Economic Development (+234 percent), file to the issue. out to participate! It was another great United Soccer Academy, US Sports In- Her cavalier statement that she had Packard Co. “Ended abruptly…as board Dept. of Strategic Planning (+16 per- This is a time to show your leadership Recreation Department family event! stitute, Shovlin Mattress Factory, made a mistake voting for the Iraq War members forced her out, disappointed cent), Health opt-out (+9 percent), Public for your constituents, this is a time to tell T-Shirts and prizes were awarded to Hershey’s Deli, RWJ Rahway Fitness, and her political opponents temporiz- in her inability to transform a plodding Safety director (+5 percent), Div. of the county to stop all that money from the top finishers of the 5K, and medals to Weldon Materials, Nestle Waters, An- ing about the Iraq War are hardly com- technology giant dominated by printer Weights and Measures (+15 percent), disappearing into unknown and unde- all Fun Run participants. Westfield was thony James Construction, Twin Boro Div. of Emergency Management (+24 serving pockets. represented at this year’s race! The fol- Physical Therapy, Two River Commu- fort to the wounded or to the families of sales into a more nimble innovator.” percent), Emergency Med. Service (+67 Municipalities, good luck in your en- lowing Westfield residents held their own: nity Bank, FMBA Local 30, Flo Fitness, soldiers who died in the war. The United States cannot afford percent), Div. of health (+116 percent), deavors. Congratulations to Matt Luppino who Coldwell Banker, Mastracola Plumbing, Florida’s United States Senator giving politicians who failed miser- Marco Rubio and former Governor ably the first time round the keys to DPW (+29 percent), Div. of Facilities Bruce Paterson won the 5K with a time of 17:35, with TC Graphics, Lord Kobrin Alvarez and (+11 percent), Office of Human Services Garwood Joseph Vaszily and Tim Lough in second Fattell, Mastracola Plumbing, GC Archi- Jeb Bush. The Miami Herald: “Al- The White House! and third place. Michelle Dichiaro won tecture, Hulafrog, and Threads by Donna most half the residents of Florida, Stephen Schoeman Fraud and Breach of Contract overall female with a time of 23:02! and Samantha. Please support our 2015 including much of the state’s glitzy Westfield Rebecca White came in first place in the sponsors. Claimed in AC Casino Bankruptcy 1-Mile Race with a time of 6:34 and first The department would also like to in her age group in the 5K. Tyler Mackey thank all race participants, the Westfield Home Financing By ATLANTIC CITY – Stockton Uni- intentional or negligent misrepresenta- came in second in the 1-Miler with a time Police Department, and the volunteers versity filed proofs of claim in the Chap- tions; fraudulent, intentional and neg- of 6:46! Great job to all! who took the time to help on race day! ter 11 bankruptcy cases of Caesars En- ligent concealment of material facts, The following local residents ranked Special thanks to: Janice Sileo, Meg tertainment Operating Company and unjust enrichment and unclean high in their individual age groups: Anderson, Elaine Anderson, Kassie OWEN BRAND (“CEOC”) and Showboat Atlantic City hands. Roberto Panora, Matthew Miller, Rebecca Smith, Isabella and Anna Cuccaro, Gabby NMLS# 222999 Propco, LLC, collectively referred to In addition to monetary damages, White, Ashley Viegas, Connor Mahoney, Rusitano, Megan Webber, Ophelia herein as “Caesars.” The filing con- Stockton seeks declaratory relief with Whitney Shyposh, Jessica Mahoney, Gui Murray, Maddy Love, Brett DeNicola, cerns the December 2014 purchase and respect to the enforceability of the 2014 Guenther, Casey Arnold, Robyn Reiss, Jaime Finnegan, The Love Family, Tom sale transaction of the former Show- restriction Caesars imposed on the Tim Lough, Sean Zam, Nicole Cusimano, Larry McDermott, Jeff boat Hotel and Casino. Showboat property that further limits Mendelsohn, Rebecca Schaffer, Gregg O’Connor, JT O’Connor, Paul Checchio, These Chapter 11 cases are currently the property’s use and clouds its title. Friedmann, Barry Friedman, Kathleen Anthony Mastrocola, Bruce Kaufmann, SM pending in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court Stockton made the decision to com- Hanlon, Kathleen Kotiga, Lisa Harding, Dee Kaufmann, Dave Styler, and Tim for the Northern District of Illinois. plete the purchase after learning of the Jonathan Spergel, Mark Glick, John Styler. Thanks to Joanne Colaneri and Filing a proof of claim is a requirement existence of a 1988 restrictive cov- Bartolick, Pam Dorn, Carla Canabarro, Linda Johnson for all of their “behind the Local: 908-789-2730 to preserve a claimant’s rights against a enant on the Showboat property based Susan Levy, Jack Frame, Paul Corrigan, scenes” work and on race day. We could debtor during the bankruptcy process. on explicit representations and assur- Sam Harrison, Tom Cussimano, and Bett not have done it without you! Hope to see Cell: 908-337-7282 Mickels. Great job to all! you all next year! Member In this instance, Stockton is the claim- ances by Caesars that the 1988 cov- [email protected] FDIC ant. enant was going to be resolved and/or Thanks for your participation. For de- Traci Kastner In the proofs of claim, which were Caesars would indemnify and hold tailed race results, please visit: Race Director PNC is a registered service mark of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (“PNC”). PNC Mortgage is a division of PNC Bank, www.westfieldnj.gov/recreation. For race National Association, a subsidiary of PNC. All loans are provided by PNC Bank, National Association and are subject to credit filed just before the May 26, 2015 dead- Stockton harmless from all liabilities Westfield Rec. Dept. approval and property appraisal. 2014 The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. All rights reserved. line established in these Chapter 11 associated with the resolution of the photos visit us on Facebook. cases, Stockton is asserting claims for covenant. On behalf of the Westfield Recreation damages that arose under the Decem- In addition, in violation of their duty Department, I would like to thank all ber 12, 2014 Purchase and Sale agree- to disclose material information affect- those who sponsored, volunteered and ment with Caesars and are a result of ing the terms of the sale, neither CEOC participated in our race. This annual event Caesars’ failure to resolve the 1988 nor Showboat Atlantic City Propco LLC helps raise money in support of the covenant restricting the use of the Show- informed Stockton of their imminent department’s year-round programs such boat property as a hotel and casino. In plan to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as after school enrichment programs, sum- PREMIER addition, it seeks to enforce Caesars’ protection or their troubled financial mer camps, summer concert series and indemnification and guarantee obliga- state. Also equally injurious was special events. Thanks to over 250 run- tions requiring Caesars to defend and Caesars’ failure to provide Stockton ners, family members, and volunteers hold Stockton harmless from all costs any information regarding several sig- who came out to support the recreation department. We hope this annual event and expenses relating to the resolution nificant lawsuits in which CEOC and continues to grow and receive the contin- SAVINGS of the 1988 covenant. certain of its affiliates were involved. ued support of the community. The de- Stockton’s claims against Caesars in- Stockton’s claims include liquidated partment acknowledges the following clude: breach of contract; breach of and unliquidated monetary damage area businesses and organizations whose express representations, warranties and claims totaling as much as $22 million kind support helped to enable the depart- covenants; fraud in the inducement and/ and equitable relief. Stockton has re- ment to run a safe and successful event: ACCOUNT or execution; fraud in the performance; served its rights to amend the claim. Main Corporate Sponsors: Reproductive TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE IT HAPPEN

Debra Fournier, CFP®, CDFA™
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™


Principal )BSCPS
-JHIUT
'JOBODJBM
(SPVQ
*OD


























































)JHIXBZ
 % .BOBTRVBO
/+
 I welcome the opportunity to learn about your  
1IPOF APY* unique goals and needs. Together we can EFCSBGPVSOJFS!IMGHDPN create a strategy designed to help guide you IUUQIBSCPSMJHIUTGJOBODJBMDPN 1.10 along the path toward financial well-being. For Account Balances Between Call to schedule a consultation today. $100,000 - $999,998.99 Securities offered through LPL Financial, member FINRA/SIPC MKT-0060D-1014 Tracking #1-299239 Interiors So Lovely, You’ll Want to Stay Home Think “Superior” For: • Expert Consultation Services • Space Planning / Room Layouts • Remodeling Services • All Interior Related Products: Furniture Floor Coverings Lighting Window Treatments Westfield Office Accessorizing & Finishing Touches 828 South Avenue West eNorthfield.com | (908) 789-9600

* Annual Percentage Yields (APYs) in effect as of May 15, 2015 and subject to change without notice, including after the account is opened. Minimum balance of $35,000 to open Premier Savings account. Accounts are for new money only. New money is defined as funds not currently on deposit with Northfield Bank. In each month that the account is open, if the account balance drops below $15,000 on any given day, a monthly fee of $20 will be imposed. Fees could reduce earnings. Accounts with balances between $0 - $299.99 earn Joanne Womelsdorf, IFDA, ASID allied no interest. Accounts with balances between $300 - $14,999.99 earn 0.10% on the entire balance. Accounts with balances between $15,000 - $34,999.99 earn 0.10% on the entire balance. Accounts with balances between $35,000.00 - $99,999.99 earn 0.15% on the entire Phone: 908.232.3875 balance. Accounts with balances between $100,000.00 - $999,998.99 earn 1.10% on the entire balance. Accounts with balances over $999,999.00 earn 0.25% on the entire balance. Transaction limitations apply. See an account representative for details. www.superiorinteriorsofnj.com Member FDIC. Page 6 Thursday, May 28, 2015 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Hist. Society to Hear About Networking Group to Focus Knights of Golden Circle On LinkedIn Best Practices WESTFIELD — The Westfield local charitable and civic organi- SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch tions, but relationships. Historical Society will host Alan zations, among them the Elizabeth Plains-Mountainside Public Librar- This presentation will be free and Coen, who will speak at the His- Coalition to House the Homeless. ies’ Career Networking Group will open to all. Interested persons may torical Society’s First Wednesday An avid historian and researcher, present “Job Seekers: How Can register online at scotlib.org, by call- Luncheon June 3 about the Knights Mr. Coen has long had a particular LinkedIn Work More Effectively for ing (908) 322-5007, extension no. 204, of the Golden Circle. The luncheon interest in political assassinations, You?” on Monday, June 8, begin- or by e-mail at [email protected]. will begin at noon at the Echo Lake particularly those occurring in the ning at 6:30 p.m. This program will Individuals may connect with the Country Club, located at 515 20th and 21st centuries. A master take place at the Scotch Plains Pub- library’s Career Networking Group Springfield Avenue, Westfield. at “connecting the dots,” he holds lic Library. on LinkedIn, Career Networking From its earliest roots in the a conspiratorial view of American Presenter Andy O’Hearn will walk Group at SPPL. Southern Rights Clubs in 1835, history and his studies have caused participants through the latest The Scotch Plains Public Library the Knights of the Golden Circle him to turn his attention to 19th- LinkedIn best practices and help is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue, was to become the most powerful century America, with a special them better understand how one block from Park Avenue, in the secret and subversive organization focus on the Knights of the Golden LinkedIn works as it continues to center of the township. in the history of the United States, Circle. evolve. He will discuss how a with members in every state and For many years, he led a history LinkedIn “tune up” can help job seekers build and grow the relation- territory before the end of the Civil discussion group at Visions, a so- LONGTIME LION...The Westfield Lions Club held a dinner May 12 at Mul- War. This program will explore the cial service agency for blind and berry House restaurant honoring longtime member and past president Carl ships that lead to the best job possi- impact of this secret organization visually-impaired adults in New Villane for his 50 years of service, beginning on April 1, 1965. In addition to his bilities, now and in the future. on the country at that time and York City, and at their summer efforts on behalf of the blind, he has been active in the causes of senior citizen Mr. O’Hearn is a writer, editor what lingering impact it may con- camp in Rockland County. housing and helping the hearing-impaired. Mr. Villane was given a commemo- and researcher who joined LinkedIn tinue to have. All those wishing to attend the rative plaque from the club and also a United States flag that was flown over the on November 13, 2005, just after Mr. Coen, a longtime Elizabeth luncheon are asked to make a res- U.S. Capitol building in his honor and which was obtained through Congressman entering the job search himself fol- resident, is a retired attorney. A ervation by calling (908) 233-2930 Leonard Lance’s office. Pictured, from left to right, are: Front row, Pete Mitchell, lowing a 21-year career in commu- graduate of Bucknell University, by noon on Monday, June 1. The Bill Doyle, Joan Peiffer-Stanley, Mr. Villane, his wife, Joan, also a Lions member; nications and public relations, in- Bob Gittleman and Doug Schembs; second row, Kirsten Zellner, Ilene Gittleman cluding director-level positions with where he majored in political sci- cost of the luncheon is $30 for and Lois Schembs, and third row, Scott Zellner and Mike Gordeuk. ence, and Rutgers Law School, he Westfield Historical Society mem- several industry-leading interna- practiced law in Elizabeth for many bers and $35 for non-members. It tional companies. years. Mr. Coen was membership includes a three-course meal, cof- CONTACT 5K Walk/Run He has helped develop websites, coordinator for the Greater Eliza- fee/tea and gratuity. For Echo Lake intranets and video platforms since beth Chamber of Commerce and Country Club dress code informa- 1995 and he has completed post- active locally in the 2010 Census tion, visit echolakecc.org. Further Set June 13 In Cranford graduate coursework in law, library campaign, encouraging greater information on Westfield Histori- and information science, digital mar- community participation in that cal Society events is available at WESTFIELD — CONTACT We Anyone interested in becoming a keting and digital analytics funda- project. He is involved in many westfieldhistoricalsociety.org. Care invites area residents to take volunteer listener or text consultant at mentals. Mr. O’Hearn’s 4,100-plus TRIBUTE...Charles “Perkie” Persson, part in its “Alive and Running” 5K CONTACT We Care is asked to con- LinkedIn connections, plus his 721 a founding member of the Fanwood Walk/Run on Saturday, June 13, be- tact Sue Fasano, director of programs Facebook friends and 739 Twitter Rescue Squad, died May 1 at age 87. ginning at 9:30 a.m. It will be held at at the hotline, at (908) 301-1899 or followers, give him a current Klout Mr. Persson, who was living in Florida, Nomahegan Park, located across [email protected]. score of 46. However, he maintains also had been a Fanwood police officer from Union County College on CONTACT We Care is Central and that success is not about connec- and firefighter. Springfield Avenue in Cranford. Northern New Jersey’s crisis listening Every participant will receive a T- line, receiving more than 15,000 calls shirt and awards will be given to the per year. CONTACT brings comfort Westfield Area Y Announces overall top three male and female and hope to people in emotional dis- finishers, as well as the top three male tress through active, empathetic and and female finishers by age group. nonjudgmental listening. All calls are Summer Session Registration The cost to participate is $25, and free, anonymous and confidential. WESTFIELD — Registration will commodate participants’ sched- $15 for those age 18 and under. All Anyone who is in crisis and in need soon get underway for the Westfield ules, whether it be once a week for money raised will go toward fund- of someone to listen is urged to call the Area Y’s Summer Session, which the entire summer, twice a week ing the operation of the agency’s hotline at (908) 232-2880. The orga- runs June 21 to August 29. Registra- for four weeks, or three or four hotline, including keeping more than nization is affiliated with CONTACT tion for Gold and Silver individual times a week for two weeks. Group 200 trained volunteer listeners avail- USA, the National Suicide Prevention and family members will begin classes are available for children able for callers and texters when- Lifeline, and the American Associa- Thursday, June 4. Members can reg- ages 3 to 12 and for pre-teens and ever needed. tion of Suicidology. For general infor- ister online at westfieldynj.org. Open teens ages 11 to 16. Individual les- Headquartered in Westfield and mation about CONTACT We Care, or registration for program and new sons are available for those age 6 with a listening hub in Morristown, to become a volunteer, call (908) 301- members will begin at 7:30 a.m. on to adults. In addition, the Y offers CONTACT We Care is a suicide 1899 or visit contactwecare.org. Monday, June 8. special-needs swim lessons for FAN OF FABRICS...Pat Lake, co-chairwoman of Needle Nite, sorts donated fabric prevention agency that operates a The Westfield Area Y is offering ages 3 to 12 and diving lessons for while sitting in front of the “Twisted 4 Patch” quilt she made as a sample for this suicide prevention and crisis inter- Church Posts Hours a variety of programs this session ages 6 and older. year’s quilt pattern. The Needle Nite group will meet next on Friday, June 5, at 7:30 vention hotline and provides suicide for the communities of Cranford, Whether one is a college student p.m., in the Fanwood Presbyterian Church’s Westminster Hall. All are welcome to For Thrift Shop Garwood, Mountainside and who is home for the summer or an attend the monthly Needle Nite sessions to see the projects on which members are prevention training to the public, working and to join the group. community groups and businesses. FANWOOD — The thrift shop Westfield. Highlights and new pro- adult looking for a place to cool off “Studies show a decrease in feel- at the Fanwood Presbyterian grams include: Dance Academy, and stay active, the Westfield Area ings of emotional distress and sui- Church will be open with new hours Summer Basketball Clinic, Sum- Y is offering summer membership Needle Nite Session on Tap cide both during and following calls of 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednes- mer Flyers Track & Field, CPR/ specials that will enable individu- to a crisis hotline,” said Joanne days through July 22 when it will AED & Basic First Aid Certifica- als to enjoy the benefits of the Y. Oppelt, CONTACT’s executive di- close for the summer. tion Course and Open Play Bridge. To learn more about Westfield At Fanwood Church June 5 rector. “The most effective solution The thrift shop, run by volun- Individuals also will have an op- Area Y programs and services, visit for preventing suicide is interaction teers, is located at the rear of the portunity to improve their strokes westfieldynj.org or call (908) 233- FANWOOD — The next group. with another human being.” church complex on McDermott or learn to swim this summer. Vari- 2700. Financial assistance is avail- monthly Needle Nite session will If fabric, batting or yarn is needed, To register for the “Alive and Run- Place. It will be freshly stocked ous options are available to ac- able for those who qualify. take place on Friday, June 5, at Needle Niters may e-mail their re- ning” benefit event, visit with summer clothing and custom- 7:30 p.m., in Westminster Hall at quests to [email protected]. contactwecare.org or racenj.com/ ers also will find a variety of books the Fanwood Presbyterian Church. Donated materials end up in many contactwecare-5k; e-mail and needlework kits to take along Soprano Samantha Dango To Participants are asked to enter from forms by the charities that receive [email protected] on vacation. Marian Avenue. them. Needle Nite participants then or call (908) 301-1899. All proceeds from the sale of the The “Twisted 4 Patch,” demon- take their newly learned skills for use CONTACT We Care serves Cen- gently used clothing and house- ‘Sing For the Cure’ Sunday strated at the group’s April meet- at home. tral and Northern New Jersey and is hold items are returned to the com- CRANFORD — Soprano $25, with proceeds benefiting the ing, will be worked on at this ses- For further information about a primary responder to calls to the munity through non-profit groups. Samantha Dango of Cranford will Susan G. Komen North Jersey Race sion. Quilters are urged to bring these projects or directions to the national suicide prevention line — Donations will be welcome on host the Fourth Annual “Afternoon for the Cure. For more informa- their sewing machines. Fanwood Presbyterian Church, call 1-(800) 273-TALK or 1-(800) SUI- Wednesdays from 10 a.m. until 1 of Song” to benefit the Susan G. tion, contact Nancy Dango at (908) The knitters and those who cro- the church office at (908) 889-8891, CIDE — that originate in New Jer- p.m. For further information and Komen North Jersey Race for the 451-1252 or by e-mail at chet will continue their projects. e-mail [email protected] or sey. Callers also reach CONTACT directions, call the church office at Cure this Sunday, May 31, at 4 [email protected]. All are welcome to come and see check the church website, by dialing (908) 232-2880 or texting (908) 889-8891 or e-mail p.m. Through its annual what is being done and to join the fanwoodpc.org. “CWC” to 839863. [email protected]. The concert, which Race for the Cure® and will be held at the other initiatives Cranford United Meth- throughout the year, Richard J. Kaplow, Esq. odist Church, located at Susan G. Komen “25 Years Experience” Westfield Pediatric 201 Lincoln Avenue North Jersey raises Civil & Criminal Trial Lawyer East, Cranford, will fea- funds that support life- ture favorites of the mu- saving breast cancer Dental Group sical theater, classical screening, breast and operatic repertoire, health/breast cancer FAMILY LAW including selections education, patient from Carousel and op- navigation, treatment · Divorce · Domestic Violence era favorites Rigoletto support, and survivor- and La Boheme. ship programs to · Custody · Child Support A graduate of the Man- Samantha Dango underserved women hattan School of Music and men in the and the College of New Jersey, affiliate’s nine-county service re- (908) 232-8787 Ms. Dango has performed profes- gion, which spans Bergen, Essex, sionally in New Jersey, Philadel- Hudson, Morris, Passaic, phia, New York and Oregon and Somerset, Sussex, Union and War- has been National Anthem soloist ren counties. · DWI · Criminal Defense for the New Jersey Devils since Since its founding in 1997, · Business Representation · Civil Litigation 2006. She will be joined by artists Komen North Jersey has awarded Jeremy Blossey, John Andrew more than $16 million in local com- Former Assistant Union County Prosecutor Fernandez, Kathleen Shelton, munity grants, and has directed Brian Vandenberge and Gregory more than $7 million to the na- Marsh, all of whom are graduates tional research programs aimed at 24 Hours · 53 Elm Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 of accredited music schools and finding new and better treatment currently perform throughout the options and, ultimately, the causes [email protected] richardjkaplow.com Dentistry for Infants, Children United States and overseas. and cures to eradicate breast can- There is a suggested donation of cer forever. Adolescents, and Special Needs DUGHI, HEWIT & DOMALEWSKI Scott Seib • New Patients Welcome Criminal Defense Matters Plumbing & Heating Inc. • Laser Dentistry • In Office General Anesthesia State and Municipal Criminal Court Celebrating Our 32nd Year Motor Vehicle Tickets • DWI Timothy P. McCabe, D.M.D. For All Your Board Certified Plumbing & Heating Needs Julie Jong, D.M.D. Board Certified Bathroom Renovations Kelly Walk, D.D.S. Board Certified Are Our Specialty John Chang, D.D.S. Board Certified Call Brandon Minde, Former Prosecutor 908-654-1818 908-232-1231 Mention this ad for a complimentary conference scottseibplumbing.com 555 Westfield Avenue, Westfield 340 North Avenue, Cranford, NJ Master Plumber License No. 6548 www.kidsandsmiles.com (908) 272-0200 • www.dughihewit.com A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, May 28, 2015 Page 7 Cassandra Teschner Is 2015 GoodWorks Band to Play Marc Hardy Award Winner At Baker’s Treat Saturday WESTFIELD – Cassandra longtime Girl Scout and currently SCOTCH PLAINS — ing, responsibility and self-aware- Teschner, a junior at Westfield High is working towards her Gold Award GoodWorks, the rock and soul band ness. The organization is self- School (WHS), has been named the on a project helping elementary- from Scotch Plains that helps chari- funded and is staffed by a constant winner of the 2015 Marc Wesley school girls and their parents with ties with fund-raising efforts, will stream of volunteers that includes Hardy Human Rights Award by the issues regarding body image. She perform at the Baker’s Treat café high-school students, clubs, reli- First Congregational Church of also participates with “Kids Con- this Saturday, May 30, from noon gious groups, parents, teachers and Westfield. The award is given an- nect,” a youth group formed to to 3 p.m. The award-winning retirees. nually to a young person who has “buddy” with autistic children. Baker’s Treat is operated by “GoodWorks is excited to per- distinguished himself or herself in Cassandra also is a member of Ability2Work, a non-profit organi- form at Baker’s Treat to support the the area of human rights. the WHS chapter of Girls Learn zation that champions a supportive, good works they do every day with Cassandra is an official member International (GLI), an organiza- inclusive employment environment the differently-abled,” said Paul of the Westfield Martin Luther King tion that educates and engages stu- for the differently-abled. Baker’s Lavenhar, GoodWorks band Jr. Association and serves as its dents in the global movement for Treat is located at 42 Route 12 in founder and a Scotch Plains resi- liaison to Westfield High School. girls’ access to education. She is Flemington. dent. “We know how difficult it is She is a four-time winner of the donating her award check to the “We are a pioneering entrepre- to raise funds and organize events, organization’s MLK Day poetry GLI partner school in Afghanistan. ENJOYING THE FUN...Sydney Elmquist, 4, of Westfield takes part in the neurial non-profit that has done so performing for charitable orga- contest and has since gone on to Cassandra hopes to major in Asian festivities May 16 at the Compass Carnival held at Compass SchoolHouse at the what over 40 years of a broken nizations like Baker’s Treat is how become a judge. Cassandra worked Studies and International Affairs First Congregational Church on Elmer Street in Westfield. Hundreds in the system can’t do — clearly demon- we give back.” to strengthen Dr. King’s message when she attends college. community joined together to celebrate Compass SchoolHouse, the “new” pre- strate that the differently-abled want One hundred percent of the pro- Cassandra started a group called school formed this year by the merger of Mother’s Morning Out and Westfield among her fellow students by cre- Cooperative Nursery School. For more information, visit compassschoolhouse.com. and can make a meaningful contri- ceeds support the differently-abled ating opportunities for them to be- “Cassie & Company Knits,” which bution to any employer. We have at Baker’s Treat. For more informa- come more involved with MLK Day. knits and distributes hats to those in re-defined ‘bottom-line’ to include tion, visit bakerstreat.com. She introduced the idea of adding need. the wellbeing of all employees, re- GoodWorks is the charitable arm photography as one of the contests Cassandra, the daughter of Dona Junior Women to Sponsor gardless of differences,” said of PL Communications, a New Jer- for the MLK Day program in order and Michael Teschner, received her Marjorie Kirlew, operations man- sey-based marketing communica- to illustrate a theme pertaining to award, consisting of a check and SP-F Garage Sale June 6 ager of Ability2Work. tions firm. Mr. Lavenhar, the founder, his writing and human rights. The certificate, at the May 3 worship In 2013, Baker’s Treat partnered has worked with many non-profit idea was well received and was service of the First Congregational SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch Junior Woman’s Club — Garage Sale, with Ability2Work to train and em- organizations and also has been in- implemented this year. Church of Westfield. Plains Junior Woman’s Club will P.O. Box 284, Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076. ploy the differently-abled and to volved in rock bands for the past 30 Cassandra continues to work with The Marc Hardy Human Rights sponsor the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Registration forms are available on the assist them in equal access to jobs years. In 2013, Mr. Lavenhar founded the WHS principal on creating ad- Award was created in memory of Spring 2015 Town Wide Garage Sale club’s website, spjwc.com, or they may in their own communities. Baker’s GoodWorks, which performs music ditional activities during the Marc Hardy, a member of the First on Saturday, June 6. The rain date for be picked up at the following locations: Treat uses its resources to teach from the Eagles to James Brown to school’s Black History Month. Congregational Church. He lost his the event is Sunday, June 7. Scotch Plains Public Library, 1927 individual skills such as baking, Bruce Springsteen, to benefit good In addition to her work with the life in a car accident in his senior year Residents will hold their own sale Bartle Avenue; Fanwood Memorial Li- cooking and customer service, as causes by raising awareness and MLK Association, Cassandra is a at Westfield High School in 1990. and keep all profits. Registration gets brary, 5 Forest Road, or Fanwood Ba- well as life skills like nutrition, com- funds. Further information is avail- participants on a detailed map listing gel and Deli, 32 South Martine Av- munication, exercise, reading/writ- able at goodworksband.com. the host home addresses and items enue, Fanwood. All applications must for sale. Maps will be distributed for be received by Friday, May 29. free in Scotch Plains and Fanwood. New this spring, participants will Westfield Police Schedule This event will be publicized via receive via e-mail confirmation that newspapers, local cable television, their application has been received. signboards and flyers in both towns. The Scotch Plains Junior Woman’s Bicycle Auction June 13 To participate, complete a registra- Club is a non-profit community ser- WESTFIELD — Chief David his or her bicycle may be in the tion form and send it with a $20 check, vice group. It is a member of the Wayman of the Westfield Police possession of the Westfield Police payable to SPJWC, to: Scotch Plains General Federation of Women’s Clubs. Department has announced that a Department must bring proof of For more information, contact the club bicycle auction will be held on ownership by Monday, June 8, by Caregivers Meeting via e-mail at [email protected]. Saturday, June 13, at the Westfield 1:30 p.m., to the Westfield Police Memorial Pool Complex, located Department, located at 425 East To Be Held Monday Garwood to Conduct on North Scotch Plains Avenue, Broad Street. Sergeant Jason WESTFIELD — A support group Westfield. McErlean of the Westfield Police for those caring for elderly or Town Wide Yard Sale There will be approximately 40 Department will conduct the sale. chronically ill loved ones meets on GARWOOD — The Borough of bicycles up for auction. These are The bicycle auction will be fol- the first non-holiday Monday of Garwood will hold its 19th Annual bicycles that have been in the pos- lowed by a “Bike Rodeo” that will each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Wide Yard Sale on Saturday session of the Westfield Police De- test bicyclists’ skills and include parish center of St. Helen’s Roman and Sunday, June 13 and June 14, partment for at least six months safety skills for new bicycle rid- Catholic Church on Lamberts Mill between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. each day. with undeterminable ownership. ers. New bicycle helmets will be Road in Westfield. To participate, residents must reg- Bicycles will be available for in- given to any individuals in need of These are information and shar- ister in person at Garwood Borough spection from 10 to 10:30 a.m., a new helmet. ing sessions. The next meeting will Hall, located at 403 South Avenue, or with the auction starting promptly take place on June 1. There will be they may call (908) 789-0710 or e- at 10:30 a.m. Successful bidders no meetings held during July and mail [email protected]. A list must pay cash at the time of sale. See it all on the Web! HUMAN RIGHTS ADVOCATE...Cassandra Teschner, right, a junior at Westfield August. For more information, in- of participating households will be High School, is the recipient of this year’s Marc Wesley Hardy Human Rights All sales will be final. All items Award from the First Congregational Church of Westfield. She received her award terested persons are invited to call available at Borough Hall on both will be sold in “as is” condition. www.goleader.com from Marc’s niece, Kristina Ali, left, at First Congregational’s May 3 service. An Marilyn Ryan at (908) 232-1214. days of the yard sale. Any individual who feels that official member of Westfield’s Martin Luther King Jr. Association, Cassandra also is a Girl Scout and is active with other programs that seek to improve the lives of others both locally and abroad. 2015 Discounts as N J Greek Fest big as a house. MayMay 2828thth –– MayMay 3131stst Or condo. Or apartment. HOLY TRINITY GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH 250 GALLOWS HILL ROAD, WESTFIELD, NJ 07090 908.233.8533

Christine Cosenza, Agent 2 Elm Street See just how big your Westfield, NJ 07090 savings could be. Bus: 908-233-9100 www.christinecosenza.net Your savings could add up to hundreds of dollars when you ALL ADMISSION PROCEEDS put all your policies together under our State Farm® roof. DONATED TO: GET TO A BETTER STATE.™ CALL ME TODAY.

- SAINT NICHOLAS SHRINE -WORLD TRADE CENTER- WWW.STNICHOLASWTC.ORG 1103155.1 State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, State Farm Indemnity Company, Bloomington, IL - WESTFIELD EMT The Family Law Department of Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski Presents • Music •

Tent Big the Hall us Under Homemade Greek Conditioned Specialties Join Air the EventEvent Hours In or ThursdayThursday 3 PPmm - 1 1 PM

FridayFriday 3 PPmm - 1 1 PM Back row: Richard A. Outhwaite, Esq., Jennifer L. Young, Esq. & Mario C. Gurrieri, Esq. (Chair) Front row: Eva Uhrik, Esq. and Kristin M. Capalbo, Esq. SaturdaySaturday nnoonoon - 11 PM 5 Lawyers, 5 Levels of Experience, 4 Hourly Rates SundaySunday nnoonoon - 7 PM 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, palimony, post-divorce changes in financial circumstances, and civil unions Mention this ad to receive a complimentary conference Follow us on Facebook Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski, P.C. 340 North Avenue Cranford, New Jersey 07016 (908) 272-0200 www.dughihewit.com for Menu and Events - www.NJGreekFest.com Page 8 Thursday, May 28, 2015 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Mary Elizabeth Splaine, 80, Parishioner; IN SESSION Friends of Westfield Track Co-Founder – Obituaries – Mary Elizabeth Splaine (Leahy), children, Kristen, Caitlyn, Erin and A Few Simple Steps Toward 80, of Westfield passed away on Connor Splaine, Katherine and David Greene, 88, Devoted Family Man; Thursday, May 7, 2015. Patrick Donoghue and Shannon, Col- Creating Positive Change Mrs. Splaine worked for Western leen and Sean Addario; her brothers, Music Lover and Active In Community Electric in Waretown, Mass. for many John and Joseph Leahy, as well as a David F. Greene, 88, a longtime cessful as he was professionally, Dr. By Carol Pedro, Exec. Dir. years before retiring. She was co- host of nieces and nephews. Westfield resident, died suddenly on Greene was more passionate about Youth & Family Counseling Service founder of Friends of Westfield Track A Mass of Christian Burial was Saturday, May 23, at his Fellowship his family and hobbies. He was an and active in St. Anne’s Church in celebrated yesterday, Wednesday, Village residence in Basking Ridge. avid bridge and chess player, and Garwood for many years. May 27, at St. Helen’s Roman Catho- He was born in New Rochelle, N.Y. regularly challenged his grandchil- May is Mental Health Awareness a phone call, hold the door, let them She is survived by her husband, lic Church in Westfield. Interment on December 18, 1926 to Mertie and dren to matches. He was a committed Month. It also tells us that summer in your lane of traffic. Thomas F. Splaine, as well as her followed at Fairview Cemetery in LeRoy Greene. amateur pianist, favoring is just around the corner. We all List five positive, good things each children, Mary Beth Donoghue and Westfield. Dr. Greene graduated classical composers, and know what that means! Hopefully, day – i.e., I got up. I’m healthy. I have her husband, Edward, Carol Ann Arrangements were by Higgins and from Columbia University supported family mem- positive and happy experiences — a roof over me. I love myself. I have Splaine, Thomas F. Splaine and his Bonner Echo Lake Funeral Home, with bachelor, masters and bers and friends in their vacations, relaxation, fun and sun. faith, hope. wife, Angela, and Ellen H. Addario 582 Springfield Avenue, Westfield. doctorate degrees in chemi- musical pursuits. But he But what if you’re depressed or Act “as if”…acting “as if” is a and her husband, James; her grand- May 28, 2015 cal engineering. While particularly enjoyed anxious or struggling through a re- technique developed by Alfred commuting to Columbia, spending time with fam- cent loss or life trauma? Then some- Adler (a forefather of psychology) he struck up a relationship ily, and he and Bea de- times it doesn’t matter. based on his belief that it is in rela- with Beatrice Nissen, lighted in arranging trips Winter or summer, rain or shine tionships that humans have their Westfield Library to Present whom he married on and vacations for the ex- — the depressed, struggling, anx- meaning, so act “as if” you are Valentine’s Day 1953. The tended family. ious, addicted still suffer. A recent already the person you want to be, newlyweds moved to Dr. Greene also gave client described her anxiety as “get- such as – confident, assertive, com- ‘Photos, Photos Everywhere’ Plainfield and later to back to his community. He ting nowhere, like being on a tread- passionate, etc. Westfield in 1958, where served on the Compensa- mill just going and going…” I think If you are struggling with a recent WESTFIELD — The Westfield gers that surround photo-sharing. Dr. David F. Greene Memorial Library will present “Pho- Mr. Simpson has presented mul- they enjoyed a loving mar- tion Committee of the this is a good analogy. For most of loss or life event or just feeling more tos, Photos Everywhere” with pro- tiple popular programs at the library, riage for 62 years. They raised four Westfield Board of Edu- us, we can relate. But how do we depressed or anxious, help is avail- fessional photographer Joel Simpson including tips for using the digital sons, and became the proud grandpar- cation, the Board of Highland Swim get off the treadmill? My client and able. Painful feelings in life are inevi- on Wednesday, June 3, at 7 p.m. The camera effectively, and a travelogue ents of five granddaughters and two Club in Fanwood, and the Residents I discussed what she could do. table – suffering alone is optional!! library is located at 550 East Broad from his recent trips to several coun- grandsons. Association at Fellowship Village, Simple “baby steps” toward change. * * * Street. tries in Asia and parts of Africa. His After graduate school, Dr. Greene where he and Bea moved in 2010. Here are some simple ideas: Carol M. Pedro is a licensed Technology is bringing the images captured the people, geogra- joined Esso (later Exxon), where he A natty dresser renowned for his Take a walk – 10 minutes, 15 therapist at Youth and Family Coun- simple act of taking a picture to phy, architecture and archaeology of enjoyed a distinguished 33-year ca- bow ties, Dr. Greene was a true gentle- minutes. Anything is better than seling Service, 233 Prospect Street, higher and higher levels. Mobile Turkey, Jordan, Kenya, Madagascar, reer, culminating in senior roles in man. He will be sorely missed. He is nothing. Westfield, N.J., (908) 233-2042; devices such as smart phones and India, Nepal, Tibet, China, Mongolia, Supply and Transportation. As suc- survived by his wife, Bea, of Basking Help someone else – just a smile, Website: yfcsnj.org. iPads appear to be taking over tra- Vietnam, Cambodia and Japan. Ridge, N.J.; brother, Paul, and his ditional cameras in popularity. This program will be free and open wife, Jeanne, of Lady Lake, Fla.; son Autism Program at Library Photo-storage and photo-sharing to Westfield Memorial Library and Sierra Club to Focus Mark and his wife, Penelope, of Min- websites are multiplying. MURAL cardholders. MURAL neapolis, Minn., and their children, Mr. Simpson will discuss all of these cardholders belong to libraries that On Electric Bills Kyle and Audrey; son Peter and his To Promote ‘Connections’ issues and address the pros and cons are part of the Middlesex Union Re- AREA — The Sierra Club husband, Kane O’Keefe, of New York of using mobile devices as cameras, ciprocal Agreement Libraries. To find Loantaka Group will present Chris- City; son James and his wife, Mary MOUNTAINSIDE — Adrienne tions, treatment, research, commu- the continuing advantages of cam- out if one’s library participates, call tine Guhl-Sadovy, Sierra Club Be- Ellen, of Madison, N.J., and their Robertiello, autism educator at nity education and outreach. This eras, and how to decide what to use in the Westfield Memorial Library at yond Coal Campaign organizer, at its daughters, Alexandra and Melanie; Children’s Specialized Hospital, will presentation will educate, build various environments. He also will (908) 789-4090. To register for “Pho- meeting on Wednesday, June 10. She and son Steven and his wife, Susan, of present a workshop at the awareness and encourage inclusion, provide a look into the various photo- tos, Photos Everywhere,” visit the will answer attendees’ questions re- Highland Park, Ill., and their children, Mountainside Public Library on Mon- respect and friendship between sharing websites such as Picasa, Flickr, library’s website at wmlnj.org and garding their electric bill, including Stefanie, Sarah and Scott. He was day, June 1, at 6:30 p.m., designed to people with autism and their families Instagram, Dropbox, Shutterfly and click on the Online Calendar, or call the various charges listed. Partici- predeceased by his brother, John. help all members of the community – and others in the community. Snapfish and discuss some of the dan- (908) 789-4090, extension 0. pants will learn what they are paying A memorial service will be held at family members, friends, neighbors “We all need to work together to for and how they can pay less while 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 30, at and professionals – learn more about build fully-inclusive communities,” PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE helping to protect the planet. Fellowship Village, 8000 Fellowship autism and discover ways to support said Ms. Robertiello. “Without knowl- Free and open to the public, this Road, Basking Ridge, N.J. In lieu of positive relationships and commu- edge and understanding about autism NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION flowers, contributions may be made nity partnerships. and other developmental and intellec- DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES meeting will be held from 7:30 to 9 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 600 p.m. at the Library of the Chathams, in his honor to Community FoodBank New Jersey has the highest reported tual disabilities, these individuals and TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 located at 214 Main Street, Chatham. of New Jersey in Hillside. rates of autism in the country; one in their families often feel excluded from Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received via the Internet until 10:00:59 For more details, call (908) 233- Arrangements are by Gray Funeral every 45 children in the state is diag- so many community offerings that A.M. on 6/16/15, downloaded, and publicly opened and read, from Bidders classified Directors of Westfield. Please go to nosed on the autism spectrum. most people take for granted. Every under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et seq.; in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A 2414, go to newjersey.sierraclub.org/ Building, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, loantaka or e-mail grayfuneralhomes.com to view a trib- The Autism Program at Children’s one of us deserves to live meaningful New Jersey 08625; for: [email protected]. ute of Dr. Greene’s life. Specialized Hospital is dedicated to and purposeful lives and feel like we Maintenance Machine Sweeping Contract, North – 2015, Various Locations, May 28, 2015 improving the lives of children and belong and have value.” North Region, Counties of Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, adolescents with autism spectrum Ms. Robertiello has developed and Union & Warren-including and North of Route 57; 100% State; DP No: 14453 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 (P.L 1975, c. disorder (ASD) and their families by implemented several community edu- TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD cation initiatives including “The 127); N.J.A.C. 17:27. CRANFORD, NEW JERSEY CRANFORD, NEW JERSEY providing comprehensive evalua- Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.19, contractors must provide a Certification and Community Hub,” “Make Friends Disclosure of Political Contribution Form prior to contract award. ORDINANCE NO. 2015-19 ORDINANCE NO. 2015-18 PUBLIC NOTICE with Autism,” “Real Life Tips for Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, contractor must submit the Department of Treasury, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD Division of Revenue Business Registration of the contractor and any named subcontrac- Kids with Autism” and “Autism and ARTICLE VIII, SECTION 219- ARTICLE V, SECTION 219-75 CRANFORD, NEW JERSEY Safety – It’s Unpredictable.” As part tors prior to contract award or authorization. 67OF CHAPTER 219 “RE- OF CHAPTER 219 “REVISED ORDINANCE NO. 2015-20 Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.51, contractors must be registered with the New Jersey VISED ORDINANCES OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE of these and other disability programs, Department of Labor, Division of Wage and hour Compliance at the time of bid. TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD, TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD, AN ORDINANCE GRANTING she educates and presents to families, Plans, specifications, and bidding information for the proposed work are available at Bid NEW JERSEY (1988),” BY NEW JERSEY (1988),” BY RENEWAL OF MUNICIPAL Express website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To subscribe schools, first responders and com- AMENDING SCHEDULE XVII AMENDING SCHEDULE XXV CONSENT TO COMCAST TO follow the instructions on the website. Fees apply to downloading documents and plans munity service providers. Ms. AND REMOVING CERTAIN AND ADDING CERTAIN POR- CONSTRUCT, CONNECT, and bidding access. The fee schedule is available on the web site. All fees are directly PORTIONS OF ROADWAYS TIONS OF ROADWAYS AS OPERATE AND MAINTAIN A Robertiello also is the parent of a payable to Bid Express. Plans, specifications, and bidding information may be inspected AS INDICATED IN SECTION 1 INDICATED IN SECTION 1 CABLE TELEVISION AND child with autism spectrum disorder. (BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our Design Field Offices at the BELOW AND DESIGNATING BELOW AND DESIGNATING COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM following locations: The Mountainside Public Library SAME AS “TIME LIMIT PARK- SAME AS “PERMIT PARKING IN THE TOWNSHIP OF 200 Stierli Court One Executive Campus Rt 70 West is located at 1 Constitution Plaza. To ING” AREAS” CRANFORD, NEW JERSEY. Mt. Arlington, New Jersey 07856 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08002 register for this program, call the 973-601-6690 856-486-6623 STATEMENT STATEMENT STATEMENT library at (908) 233-0115. 3 T - 5/28/15, 6/4/15 and 6/11/15, The Leader Fee: $165.24 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the foregoing ordinance was finally passed at foregoing ordinance was finally passed at foregoing ordinance was finally passed at PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE a meeting of the Township Committee of a meeting of the Township Committee of a meeting of the Township Committee of the Township of Cranford, New Jersey on the Township of Cranford, New Jersey on the Township of Cranford, New Jersey on SUMMARY OR SYNOPSIS OF 2014 AUDIT REPORT May 19, 2015. May 19, 2015. May 19, 2015. Legal Advertising OF BOROUGH OF GARWOOD AS REQUIRED BY N.J.S.A. 40A:5-7 Tara Rowley Tara Rowley Tara Rowley COMBINED COMPARATIVE BALANCE SHEETS Municipal Clerk Municipal Clerk Municipal Clerk MORE IN BACK SECTION 1 T - 5/28/15, The Leader Fee: $22.95 1 T - 5/28/15, The Leader Fee: $22.95 1 T - 5/28/15, The Leader Fee: $19.89 DECEMBER DECEMBER 31, 2014 31, 2013 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE ASSETS TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD however that no assessment hereunder shall be less than Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00). Inspection and permit fees set forth herein are payable in addition to the Cash and Investments $2,441,385.08 $2,949,045.77 CRANFORD, NEW JERSEY assessment charge(s) set forth herein pursuant to Section 204-40 Fees. No portion of the Taxes, Assessments and Liens Receivable 254,752.76 401,903.61 ORDINANCE NO. 2015-23 assessment charge shall be refundable nor shall such assessment payment relieve the Prospective Assessments Funded permit holder from the required insurance(s) for the restoration of all road openings in Property Acquired for Taxes-Assessed Value 17,974.00 17,974.00 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD CODE: “new street” pavement. All restoration hereunder shall include restoration to new Accounts Receivable 1,237,892.76 1,513,864.17 CHAPTER 204- STREETS AND SIDEWALKS, ARTICLE VIII ¡X STREET street condition as required by the Township Engineer which may include infrared Deferred Charges to Future Taxation - EXCAVATION AND OPENINGS AND ARTICLE X PUBLIC UTILITY POLE pavement repair. General Capital 3,934,487.81 4,126,212.81 OR UNDERGROUND FACILITY PLACEMENT; NOTICE REQUIRED SECTION 4. That Section 204-43, Regulations, of Chapter 204 Streets and Sidewalks, General Fixed Assets 8,006,343.46 6,371,349.14 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Township Committee of the Township Article VII Street Excavation and Openings, be and is hereby amended/supplemented by Deferred Charges to Revenue of Cranford, New Jersey as follows: adding the following: of Succeeding Years 107,877.80 88,252.00 SECTION 1. That Section 204-40 Fees, of Chapter 204 Streets and Sidewalks, Article 204-43 REGULATIONS VII Street Excavation and Openings, be and is hereby amended by deleting in its entirety J. All work performed in accordance with permits issued under this Article shall be TOTAL ASSETS $16,000,713.67 $15,468,601.50 and replacing with the following: constructed, removed, replaced, or repaired in accordance with such grades and 204-40 FEES AND ESCROWS specifications as may be determined or promulgated by the Township of Engineer, and LIABILITIES, RESERVES AND FUND BALANCE A. The aforesaid permit shall be issued by the Township Engineer. The fee shall be the permittee shall perform the work so as to meet the grade and alignment of the Bonds and Notes Payable $3,255,392.00 $3,442,117.00 $100.00 for any opening between the curbline and property line of any street or any adjoining sidewalk, curb, and driveway and/or such established line and grade as may be Improvement Authorizations 958,338.73 2,324,316.57 opening into the street beyond the curbline. In addition, the excavator shall deposit with determined by the Township Engineer, and in accordance with the latter’s directions. Other Liabilities and Special Funds 2,572,422.85 2,106,458.35 the Township Engineer or his designee a certified check, bank check, money order or K. All street openings, excavations, and restoration thereof shall be made under the Reserve for Certain Assets Receivable 287,009.57 437,438.72 bond in an amount equal to the cost of restoration, to be computed as the product of the supervision and control of the Township Engineer and subject to his inspection. The Fund Balance 921,207.06 786,921.72 area of the opening at the unit prices. In no event shall the deposit be less than $500 for Township Engineer shall not be required to inspect any work done under the provisions Investments in General Fixed Assets 8,006,343.46 6,371,349.14 each excavation. After its completion, the Township Engineer shall inspect the restoration of this Section unless the permittee shall have given not less than forty-eight (48) hours’ to determine compliance with provisions of this article. If it becomes necessary for the notice that said work is ready for inspection. TOTAL LIABILITIES, RESERVES Township to restore the excavation, then the cost thereof shall be charged against said L. Restoration. The permittee shall restore the site or work promptly, upon completion AND FUND BALANCE $16,000,713.67 $15,468,601.50 deposit. The Township Engineer, is authorized to retain the deposit for a one-year period thereof; all surplus excavated material and debris to be removed and shall restore the site from date of application. of the work in a neat and orderly condition. Where top soil, seeded areas or sod are COMPARATIVE STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS B. An escrow shall be posted to cover the cost of inspection services regarding the disturbed in the course of the work, permittee shall restore the ground surfaces to a AND CHANGE IN FUND BALANCE - CURRENT FUND pavement restoration. Said escrow will be set by the Township Engineer. The minimum condition the same as they were previously. The Township Engineer shall approve the YEAR 2014 YEAR 2013 amount shall be $500.00 and shall be replenished when it reaches 25% of the initial method of restoration which may include infrared pavement repair. deposit. SECTION 5. That Section 204-45, Notice Required, of Chapter 204 Streets and REVENUE AND OTHER INCOME REALIZED C. The unit prices for the excavation deposit shall be as follows Sidewalks, Article X Public Utility Pole or Underground Facility Placement; Notice Fund Balance Utilized $468,500.00 $300,000.00 (1) Concrete pavement, asphalt, brick, stone block or other materials on a concrete Required, be and is hereby amended as follows: Miscellaneous - From Other Than Local foundation $150 per square yard. A. Before a public utility places, replaces or removes a pole or an underground facility Property Tax Levies 1,331,367.60 1,568,534.90 (2) Bituminous concrete or bituminous macadam on a crushed stone or telford base or located in the Township of Cranford, the public utility shall notify both the Municipal Collection of Delinquent Taxes and on stone block on sand foundation: $100 per square yard. Engineer and the Municipal Code Official in writing, which may be by fax or e mail, at least Tax Title Liens 378,252.68 415,686.41 SECTION 2. That Section 204-41, Issuance of Permit, of Chapter 204 Streets and but not less than 48 hours before undertaking any excavation related to the replacement Collection of Current Tax Levy 16,521,956.32 16,076,151.97 Sidewalks, Article VII Street Excavation and Openings, be and is hereby amended and or removal of the utility pole or underground facility, which pole or underground facility is supplemented with the following: used for the supplying and distribution of electricity for light heat or power or for the TOTAL INCOME $18,700,076.60 $18,360,373.28 Permits shall be issued by the Township Engineer and the amount of the fee paid as furnishing of water service or telephone or other telecommunications service on or below EXPENDITURES specified in 204-40 shall be shown thereon. Before the street is excavated or opened, the a public right of way in the Township. The Township Committee of the Township of permitee, shall notify both the Municipal Engineer and the Municipal Code Official in Cranford shall notify any public utility that provides service in the Township of the Budget Expenditures: writing, which may be by fax or e mail, at least but not less than seven (7) days before application of the provisions of this article. Municipal Purposes $7,240,298.22 $7,141,786.48 undertaking any excavation or opening in a public right of way in the Township. B. No change. County Taxes 3,405,381.87 3,286,879.68 SECTION 3. That Section 204-42, Limitations and Five Year Moritorium, of Chapter SECTION 6. That Section 204-46 Restoration required, of Chapter 204 Streets and Local School Taxes 7,514,083.00 7,417,880.00 204 Streets and Sidewalks, Article VII Street Excavation and Openings, be and is hereby Sidewalks, Article X Public Utility Pole or Underground Facility Placement; Notice Other Expenditures 17,943.17 19,262.63 amended by deleting in its entirety and replacing with the following: Required, be and is hereby amended by deleting in its entirety and replacing with the TOTAL EXPENDITURES $18,177,706.26 $17,865,808.79 204-42 LIMITATIONS AND FIVE YEAR MORITORIUM following: A. The work of opening or excavating to be done under permits issued pursuant to this Adjustments to Income Before Fund Balance: article shall be commenced within 30 days after the date of the permit; otherwise the 204-46 Restoration required. Expenditures Included Above Which are by Statute permit shall become void and the holder thereof shall become entitled to the return of the After completing the placement, replacement or removal of a pole or an underground Deferred Charges to Budget of Succeeding Year $76,410.00 $88,252.00 fee paid less the charge of $25.00. After commencement of the work, the same shall be facility pursuant to this article, the public utility shall remove from such right-of-way any diligently prosecuted to completion. pole or underground facility no longer in use as well as any other debris created from such Excess in Revenue to Fund Balance $598,780.34 $582,816.49 B. The permit shall not be assigned or transferred except upon the prior written consent placement, replacement or removal and restore the property, including, but not limited to, of the Township Engineer or his designee. the installation of hot patch as needed to restore the property within the right-of-way to its Fund Balance, January 1 734,532.06 451,715.57 C. No permit shall be issued for a newly constructed or substantially improved street for previous condition as much as possible. As used in this section, hot patch means the $1,333,312.40 $1,034,532.06 a period of five (5) years from the date of acceptance of such construction except in cases installation of a mixture of asphalt to restore property within the right-of-way to its previous Less: Utilization as Anticipated Revenue 468,500.00 300,000.00 of emergency as described in Section 204-49 Emergency Work. Ninety (90) days prior condition subsequent to the construction or excavation of a site for the placement or to the start of construction of permanent pavement on any street, the Township Engineer replacement of a pole of an underground facility pursuant to this section. The Township Fund Balance, December 31 $864,812.40 $734,532.06 or his designee shall notify, in writing, all property owners of record on such street, all utility Engineer shall approve the method of restoration which may include infrared pavement companies serving such street, the Police Chief and the Fire Chief of such construction repair. and of the provisions of this Section. Sidewalks shall be exempt from the provisions of this SECTION 7. All ordinances or parts of ordinances inconsistent herewith are hereby RECOMMENDATION Section. repealed to the extent of such inconsistency. *That the encumbrance accounting system be completely maintained. D. For any applicant to open any paved or improved street surface which is less than SECTION 8. If any portion of this ordinance shall be determined to be invalid, such *Unresolved 2013 audit recommendation five (5) years old, the Township Engineer or his designee shall be required to secure determination shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of said ordinance. approval therefor from the Governing Body by resolution before any permit can be SECTION 9. This ordinance shall take effect upon final passage and publication in A Corrective Action Plan, which outlines actions the Borough of Garwood will take to approved hereunder. accordance with law. correct the findings listed above, will be prepared in accordance with federal and state E. Should an applicant be granted a permit to open the paved street as described herein NOTICE OF PENDING ORDINANCE requirements. A copy of it will be placed on file and made available for public inspection above in 204-42 C, there shall be a charge for said opening, except in the case of in the Office of the Borough Clerk in the Borough of Garwood. emergencies as described Section 204-49 Emergency Work. The charge shall be on a The foregoing ordinance was introduced and approved on first reading at a meeting of The above summary or synopsis was prepared from the report of audit of the Borough sliding scale determined as follows: the Township Committee of the Township of Cranford, New Jersey on May 19, 2015, and of Garwood, County of Union, for the calendar year 2014. This report of audit, submitted (i) Assessment = $1.000.00 will be further considered for final passage after public hearing to be held at the Municipal by Suplee, Clooney & Company, Registered Municipal Accountants and Certified Public (ii) Area of road cut in square feet (sq. ft.) x $5.00 = varies Building, 8 Springfield Avenue, Cranford, New Jersey on June 23, 2015 at 8:00PM or as Accountants, is on file at the Borough Clerk’s office and may be inspected by any (iii) Total (1) and (2) = varies soon thereafter as this matter can be reached. All persons interested will be given the interested person. The assessment factor is two percent (2%) of the above total for each unelapsed month opportunity to be heard concerning such ordinance. Christina M. Ariemma, RMC or fraction thereof of the five (5) year (60 months) restricted period. The maximum Tara Rowley Borough Administrator/Municipal Clerk assessment shall be one hundred twenty percent (120%) of the above total, provided Municipal Clerk 1 T - 5/28/15, The Leader Fee: $135.66 1 T - 5/28/15, The Leader Fee: $245.82 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, May 28, 2015 Page 9 FW Resident Joins National Woman’s Club of Westfield Society of Collegiate Scholars Tells Scholarship Winners FANWOOD – Justin Alexander the nation’s only interdisciplinary hon- WESTFIELD – The Woman’s club Union County Step Program. Kaitlin Davidson of Fanwood has accepted ors organization for first-year and sec- of Westfield bestowed ten, $5,000, earned cum laude status on the Na- membership in The National Society ond-year college students. Member- one-time scholarships to ten very tional Latin Exam and she plans to of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS). ship is by invitation only, based on deserving Westfield High School Se- attend Fairfield University with an “NSCS is more than just a symbol grade point average and class stand- niors during a ceremony held recently undeclared major. of academic achievement. Member- ing. NSCS has over one million life- at the Masonic Lodge in Westfield. Johanna Mermer is the daughter of ship gives students access to a number time members and 300 chapters in all There were nine general scholar- Karen Oliveira and Cory Mermer. of amazing benefits including career 50 states, the District of Columbia and ships and one Antiques Department She is the second violinist inthe WHS and networking resources, scholar- Puerto Rico. scholarship. Symphony Orchestra and member/ ships, travel, and service projects both For more information about The All the members of the Woman’s tutor of the National Honor Society. on campus and in the community,” National Society of Collegiate Schol- Club of Westfield congratulate these Johanna earned the respected Bronze, says Stephen E. Loflin, NSCS Founder ars, call (202) 265-9000, visit NSCS’ winners along with their parents and Silver and Gold Scout Awards and is & Chief Executive Officer. website nscs.org, or contact Mr. wish the students good luck in their a swim instructor at the Westfield NSCS is a member of the Associa- Davidson at 217 S Martine Ave., college days and much success in YMCA pool. Johanna has been part tion of College Honor Societies and is Fanwood, NJ 07023. their future careers. of the cross country and indoor track The winners of the general schol- teams. She will attend Vanderbilt arships are: University with plans to major in Samantha Francisco, daughter of Physical Therapy. Teresa and Tony Francisco. She is a MeganMondon is the daughter of member of The National and French Rosaria and Robert Mondon. She is Honor Societies. Samantha has dis- hard worker with her studies and tinguished herself as a conscientious athletically outstanding in varsity student with much positive energy. basket and volleyball plus she has She is a peer minister at her church run spring and winter track. Emily and has volunteered helping young has been awarded a National Girls children at a homeless shelter. and Women in Sports award. She Samantha is a goalie for the WHS served as chairperson for the Pink soccer team and is a referee for young Out fundraiser raisingover $40,000 soccer players.She will attend Rutgers dollars in 2014 to help with breast INTERNATIONAL FINALISTS...Two students from Scotch Plains qualified as international finalists in the DECA competition. Senior Claire Nygen, right, was University majoring in Business. cancer. She has worked as a camp a finalist in Apparel and Accessories Marketing. Junior Madison Banker was a John Fuller, son of Karen and John counselor and office assistant. Emily finalist in Hospitality and Tourism Professional Selling. Both students are E, Fuller. He has been inducted into the will attend Loyola Universityof enrolled in the Marketing I class at the high school. National Honor Society and is a paid Maryland looking toward majoring tutor. John is Treasurer for the WHShigh in Biology. school student government and is a Emily Posyton is the daughter of BUDDIES...Fourth grade students at Evergreen Elementary School in Scotch SPF High School Announces peer leader for hjs church. John has Amy Snyder and Ron Posyton. She Plains, celebrate the unveiling of the school's Buddy Bench. wrestled for many years and is the is a gifted student with a keen intel- captain of the WHS high school wres- lect and works hard toward attaining DECA International Finalists tling team.. His volunteer work in- her goals. Emily has worked for two cludes cleaning and distributing furni- summers at a local law office doing Evergreen School Finds a SCOTCH PLAINS – Twenty-seven Two students from Scotch Plains ture to the needy. John has not decided general office work and selling students from Scotch Plains-Fanwood qualified as international finalists. Se- on a college atthis time. He looks freshly grown products at a nearby Friend on the Buddy Bench High School competed in DECA’s In- nior Claire Nygen was a finalist in forward to studying Engineering. farm. She has volunteered at Trailside ternational Career Development Con- Apparel and Accessories Marketing. James Hunter is the son of Marga- Nature and Science Center in SCOTCH PLAINS – Recently, Ev- Haubert, and the singing of the Buddy ference (ICDC) in Orlando, Florida on Junior Madison Banker was a finalist ret and James K. Hunter. He has been Mountainside and at the Westfield ergreen School in Scotch Plains un- Bench Rap, which was sung by select April 25 through 28. These students in Hospitality and Tourism Professional a real asset to the Westfield High YMCA. Emily will attend the Col- veiled a Buddy Bench on their play- members of Evergreen School’s fourth competed in a variety of events includ- Selling. Both students are enrolled in School lacrosse and football teams as lege of New Jersey to prepare for a ground. The idea of a bench was grade. ing Finance, Marketing, Hospitality, the Marketing I class at the high school. well as playing the trumpet in the teacher of history career. brought to the Evergreen School Safety “The students and staff are so excited Public Relations, Apparel Merchan- DECA is the co-curricular Mar- Westfield school’s bands. He is a Christopher Sullivan is the son of Committee by an Evergreen teacher, about the Buddy Bench,” explained dising, Professional Selling and Com- keting club of Scotch Plains-Fan- peer and youth minister and earned Barbara and Kevin Sullivan. While Jennifer Dubroski, who saw a video on Colleen Haubert, Principal of Ever- munity Service. The students from wood High School. Through com- membership in the National Honor at WHS he has held the offices of Facebook about a student in Pennsyl- green School. “The students and staff Scotch Plains-Fanwood had to finish in petitive events, leadership activities, Society as a result of his hardworkand vice president and treasurer of the vania who asked for one at his school. have been instructed on the reasoning the top three in their respective events public relations projects and com- hishigh standards. He has volunteered student government. He has been a The actual idea originated in Germany. behind the bench and how it is to be at the New Jersey Career Development munity service, DECA members as a pal football referee.John will peer leader and basketball coach for The bench, which was donated by used. We are hopeful that the bench Conference in order to qualify for have the opportunity to practice busi- attend the College of New Jersey middle school children as well as the Evergreen PTA, is located on the will not only help students to make ICDC. Five students were also nomi- ness skills that they learn in the class- with an undecided major. camp counselor. Christopher directed school’s playground. The unveiling friends on the playground, but it will nated to attend a leadership academy at room through hands on activities. Kaitlyn Larkin is the daughter of a whiffle ball tournament at Sister ceremony included a speech from Ev- enhance student understanding about the conference. Over 14,000 students The DECA advisor for Scotch Karen and Kevin Larkin. She is a Pat’s camp for underprivileged chil- ergreen School’s Principal, Colleen empathy and the need to help others.” from all fifty states and six foreign Plains-Fanwood High School is peer minister and transition leader. dren with cancer and was able to raise countries competed at the conference. Marjorie FitzGibbon. Kaitlin has worked as a waterfront over $30,000. over the last three counselor at Camp Henry Hoover years. He will take his positive and and a lifeguard at The Westfield outgoing nature with him toVillanova YMCA. She is a teen facilitator work- Universityand major in Business. Edu. Found. of Garwood ing with Imagine helping children Emily Sullivan is the daughter of ages 10-12 and participated in the Maryellen and Charles Sullivan. She Announces Fundraiser is a very focused, hard working student who GARWOOD – After the success- brary, or downloaded from the school is positive and able to do many differ- ful 11th annual appreciation dinner, website at www.garwoodschools.org. ent things… allwell. Emily runs cross the Education Foundation of EFG President Sara Todisco may also country track, is a peer minister for Garwood (EFG) is proud to present be contacted for flyers or to answer her church anda professional light- its newest fundraiser: EFG Night at any questions at (908) 377-7890 or ing technician for the WHS theater The Station. EFG Night will take [email protected]. department. She has been selected place on Thursday, June 11 from 3 as part of the International Thespian p.m. to 10 p.m. at The Station Bar and Ince Graduates Society and earned the highest award Grill, located at 99 Center Street in in Girl Scouts, the esteemed Gold Garwood. 15 percent of all checks East Stroudsburg Univ. Award. She will attend Virginia from customers presenting a flyer GARWOOD – Meghan Joy Ince of Polytechnic & State University with STUDENT TEACHERS...On January 7 and March 30 Terrill Middle School’s will be donated to the EFG to support Garwood has graduated East plans to major in Hotel Management. HERO (Helping Everyone Recognize Opportunities) Program assisted Scotch Garwood students through scholar- Stroudsburg University in Pennsylvatia Emily Forcht is the recipient today Plains Fanwood senior citizens with technology, thanks to the Senior Citizens of ships and Garwood teachers through with her B.S. in Early Childhood Edu- of the Woman’s Club of Westfield’s Scotch Plains and Fanwood and the SPF Municipal Alliance Committee. 19 Antiques Department Scholarship. students ranging from ages 11 to 14, taught seniors how to manage the modern grants. cation. world through social media such as Facebook and Twitter and navigate various Flyers can be picked up from Lin- She is a 2010 graduate of Westfield This is award is given in memory of apps involving communication, photos and music. HERO is a community coln School, the Garwood Public Li- High School. Meghan served as an former member, Ruth L. Quadenfield. outreach program led by Terrill Middle School Counselors, Maryann Degnan Resident Advisor and as such orga- Emily is the daughter of Janet and James Forcht. She is a field hockey and Denise Palozzola, with students dedicated to helping the SPF community in nized multiple fundraising events for NEW GIRL IN CHARGE… Kelly every way possible, whether it is lending a hand to younger children or assisting the American Cancer Society. She was Lawrence of Scotch Plains, an eighth and lacrosse playerwho also plays the elderly. The HERO club is looking to continue serving the community also a member of Sigma Sigma Sigma grade student at The Wardlaw- the cello. Emilyis a member of the throughout the next school year. Anyone with ideas or suggestions where students Sorority, whose philanthropy focus is Hartridge School in Edison, took National Honor Society and has would be able to assist, please contact the Terrill Middle School Counseling office charge of the Middle School on Friday, earned the Girl Scout bronze, silver at (908) 322-5215. Cornell Earns J.D. "Sigma Serves Children" and "The Robbie Paige Memorial". Meghan was May 15 and a few decisions made her and gold awards, the top awards in From Seton Hall Law inducted into the Order of Omega, the the most popular girl in town! Kelly scouting. She has volunteered at a NEWARK – George Peter Cornell Greek Academic Honor Society. She is called for a dress down day and ex- shelter in Elizabeth and was able to Westfielder Sara Birkenthal was awarded a Juris Doctor degree- the daughter of proud parents, Michael tended recess, which delighted her create a much needed library for the cum laude-from Seton Hall Law and Robin Ince, also of Garwood. Middle School peers. Her parents children, in dire need of reading School on May 22. brought pizza for the entire Middle School and Kelly enjoyed lunch at a books, with the help of a book drive Receives Fulbright Award Mr. Cornell was given the out- Westfielder Graduates table with friends. She also met with collecting many, many books totally standing student award for his distin- administrators and took care of busi- more than 2,000. Emily will attend WESTFIELD – Sara Birkenthal, a the U.S. and the Bahraini people.” guished work in the Civil Litigation From St. Johns College ness with Maggie Granados, Middle Penn State University majoring 2009 graduate of Westfield High She said she is, “looking forward to clinic at the Center for Social Justice ANNAPOLIS, M.D. – Caroline School Head. inForensic Psychology. School, received a 2015-2016 Fulbright immersing herself in the Kingdom's run by Seton Hall Law School and Snizek of Westfield, received a U.S. Student Program research grant to dynamic community and learning from serving the Newark community. Bachelor of Arts degree from St. Bahrain in Economics, the United States female entrepreneurs and business Mr Cornell graduated from Johns College in Annapolis, M.D. Department of State and the J. William owners.” Westfield High School in 2007 and on May 10. JUNE 2015 EVENTS AT THE WESTFIELD MEMORIAL LIBRARY Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board While in Bahrain, she also hopes to received a B.A degree from Fairfield St. Johns College, with campuses 550 East Broad Street, Westfield 908.789.4090 announced recently. improve her Arabic skills and to volun- University in 2011. in Annapolis, Md. and Santa Fe, www.wmlnj.org The Fulbright Program is the flag- teer with Bahrain Universities Model He will begin a judicial clerkship N.M., offers a rigorous, interdisci- Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:30 am - 9:00 pm ship international exchange program United Nations. She credits her partici- position with the Superior Court plinary curriculum based on the read- Friday & Saturday 9:30 am - 5:00 pm Closed Sunday sponsored by the U.S. government and pation in Westfield High School's Model Judge Stephanie Mitterhoff after sit- ing and study of the great works that is designed to increase mutual under- UN program with sparking her passion ting for the Bar exam. have shaped Western civilization. St. Closed June 5 for Staff Training Day standing between the people of the for international affairs. Following her Johns is one of the few colleges in the PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS (Check website for all sign up information)) United States and the people of other ten-month grant, Ms. Birkenthal plans country which requires degree can- countries. Recipients of Fulbright grants to pursue a J.D. focused on interna- Probitas Verus Honos didates to defend their senior essays 6/3 7:00 pm Photos, Photos Everywhere are selected on the basis of academic or tional human rights law. in an oral exam. professional achievement, as well as 6/10 7:00 pm MRB Jazz Project demonstrated leadership in their fields. The program operates in over 160 coun- 6/12 1:30 pm TGIF! Travel Greece (video) tries worldwide. Get Ready for Adventure! Ms. Birkenthal graduated in 2013 6/13 10:30 am Photoshop Basic Elements 13 - Demo from Claremont McKenna College Phi Beta Kappa and with a double major in Register now for "Journey Off the Map" 6/18 7:00 pm Discover the Health Benefits of Herbs International Relations and Middle Eastern Studies. During her under- 6/19 1:30 pm TGIF! A Daring Flight (video) graduate career, she spent time abroad Vacation Bible School at Terrill Road Baptist Church 6/24 7:00 pm Hale Speaker Series: “The E-volution of Health in Jordan, Morocco, and India and 1340 Terrill Road, Scotch Plains developed proficiency in Arabic. Since Care” by Dr. Norman Luka graduating, Ms. Birkenthal has spent 6/25 7:00 pm Hudson Shakespeare Company presents two years working at Perseus Strate- “Love’s Labour’s Lost” Registration required. gies, a law firm in Washington, D.C. June 22-26 9 a.m. to noon each day that focuses on international human 6/26 1:30 pm TGIF! Classic Movie: His Girl Friday rights. While in Bahrain, Ms. Birkenthal For children who have completed 6/29 2 & 6:30 pm Foreign Film “Force Majeure” - English will conduct research on Bahraini busi- Kindergarten through 6th Grade nesswomen, specifically examining the 6/30—8/22 The Adult Summer Reading Club Begins! Stop by. impact of the U.S.-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement on Bahraini women and Register today at www.trbc4him.org PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN (Check website for sign up information) society. She will be hosted by Ahliah 6/22—8/15 Children’s and Teens’ Summer Reading Clubs begin. University, a private university in Manama, Bahrain's capital. Or call 908-322-7151 6/24 3:00 pm Super Heroes from Science Tellers. Watch Ms. Birkenthal, who will begin her fun scientific experiments. For 5+years. Open fellowship in September, says she is to full-service library cardholders only. “eager to return to the Middle East to Prepare for the Journey! It's Fun and It's Free! Register online beginning June 1. serve as a cultural ambassador between A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, May 28, 2015 Page 11 Cranford 5, West Essex 1 Sports Section Baseball story – June 4 issue THE WEEK IN SPORTS Pages 11-17 SPF BOYS 4TH, WF 6TH; CRANFORD BOYS, GIRLS 5TH WF Girls Break 4x8 Record More photos at Ballyhoo Sports At Group Section Track Meet

By DAVID B. CORBIN ing the baton from Blackford. “We Competing in the 800 was actually Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times were seeded fourth, so for us to come a relatively new event for Schaeffer. Seeded fourth in their event, the in first was a little bit of a surprise, but “I would really like to thank my Westfield High School foursome of I think we all got really good times. coaches because I didn’t even start Kelly Morrison, Noelle Blackford, Brooke had a PR. Me too. Then Noelle running 800s until this year. If it was Julia Myers and Brooke Schaeffer, and Kelly were on their times. We got up to me, I would still be here losing not only stunned the rest of the field a good position from the start. I got it in the 100,” she said with a giggle.” but also, broke the meet record in the in second place. There was a pretty Schaeffer also placed third in the 4x800 meter relay on Day 1 of the big gap from second to first, so I tried 800 on Day 2 with a time of 2:17.33. North Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 Tour- to close that gap as much as I could to Blue Devils Elena Chermak with a nament at Ridge High School on May get Brooke in the best position pos- distance of 16-5 and Hannah Hawkins 22-23. sible,” she said. at 16-0.75 placed 3-6 in the long The Blue Devil girls placed sixth Schaeffer ended up completing her jump. Chermak also placed eighth in with a total of 36.5, while Scotch leg in 2:16.5, knocking 5.2 seconds the triple jump with a distance of 34- Plains-Fanwood placed ninth with 13 off her best time. 1.25, while Raider Summer Robinson points. Ridge took top honors with a “My teammates, we worked so placed fourth at 35-0. Robinson also David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times GETTING HIS BAT ON THE BALL...Raider JT Beirne whacks a long fly to centerfield in the sixth inning against Watchung Hills in the quarterfinal round of the North Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 Tournament in Scotch Plains. More photos at Ballyhoo Sports GIBBONS TOSSES 2-HITTER, STRIKES OUT 7, WALKS 4 Raiders Shut Down Warriors In Baseball Quarterfinal, 4-0

By DAVID B. CORBIN Gibbons, who struck out seven after the first inning. Coach [JR] Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Warriors and walked four, allowed Luccarelli said he was working out Senior lefthander Chris Gibbons just two infield hits. The first came in the kinks in the first inning and his had his curveball working nearly to the fifth inning when Matt Wilk stuff was as good as it’s been all year,” perfection on his way to a complete dribbled a grounder between the Raider Head Coach Joe Higgins said. game shutout that gave the second- mound and first base, causing a bit of “My first couple of pitches I was seeded Scotch Plains-Fanwood High confusion as to who would field it. working out the kinks then I realized School baseball team a 4-0 victory The second came in the sixth when I can’t have the game go like this. I over Watchung Hills in the Nick Mink beat out a little chopper stayed focused. My curveball came quarterfinal round of the North Jer- towards short. along. My changeup did its job. It sey, Section 2, Group 4 Tournament “Chris’ curveball was very good really worked out well,” said Gib in Scotch Plains on May 21. today. He had his velocity, especially CONTINUED ON PAGE 17

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times WINNER BY A TOE...Raider Merlin Edmond, left, edged teammate Kobe White by a toe to win the 100 meter dash at the North Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 championships at Ridge High School on May 22. 124 total. East Orange boys won the hard. Each one of us moved us up one placed sixth in the 100 hurdles with a Group 4 section with 66.33 points, position. I heard my coaches scream- time of 16.12 and teammate Chris- while the Raiders took fourth at 49 ing in the background. I could hear tine Nocum took eighth at 16.21. and the Blue Devils took sixth at 40. they were all excited. I knew what I Nocum also finished seventh in the The Cranford boys and girls both had to do,” said Schaeffer. CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 placed fifth in the Group 3 section with respective totals of 36 and 44.33. In the 4x800 event, the Lady Blue Devils crossed the line in 9:29.58 to shatter the previous record of 9:39.58 set by Columbia in 2013. “My time was OK. Hopefully next week it will be faster. I was happy that I was able to move up and pass girls. At the end, I was able to get my team in good position,” said Morrison, who ran the leadoff leg. “I was really happy that we were above fourth, which was where we were seeded. I kept trying to move up. I wanted to do the best that I could for them. I was really happy just watching the rest of my team,” Blackford said. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Myers ran the third leg in a per- THIRD IN THE LONG JUMP...Blue Devil Elena Chermak placed third in the sonal record (PR) 2:22.5 after receiv- long jump at the North Jersey, Section 2, Group 4. ASLANIAN, L. PRYBYLSKI, BOHLINGER SCORE 2 EACH B-R Panthers Top Blue Devils In State Boys Lax Final, 11-8 By ALEX LOWE than Westfield and with a deep and midfield with :07 remaining and raced Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times talented roster; the Blue Devils were down the right sideline before stop- Westfield’s bid to repeat as sec- expected to play the role of immov- ping and firing as the horn went off. tional champion in boys’ lacrosse able object against the Panthers irre- The senior’s heroics seemed like a key ended in an 11-8 loss to undefeated sistible force. moment in which Westfield could use Bridgewater-Raritan in the North In reality, Westfield (17-4) was in to propel them into the second half, Group IV final held on May 22 in trouble right from the start. It became while forgetting the otherwise domi- Bridgewater. Ethan Christensen clear very early that Bridgewater’s nant performance they had been scored four goals for Bridgewater depth and overall team speed would shown. (19-0), which outscored the Blue be as problematic for Westfield as it “We had opportunities to turn this Devils, 5-0, in a pivotal third quarter has been for every other team to face game around,” said Westfield Head as the top-seeded Panthers gained the Panthers this season. Coach Patrick Tuohy. “Luke’s shot revenge against the team that knocked The Panthers jumped out early with right before the end of the half should them out last year. goals from Brian Kolen, Nick have been one of them. It pulled us to “We needed all our offensive play- Attanasio and Andrew Eckert to build within two but which is nothing in ers to step up,” Christensen said. “We a 3-1 lead in the first quarter. lacrosse. But we didn’t get it done in got a bunch of goals from different Westfield’s first quarter goal came the third quarter.” people. Everybody came through to- from Nick Bond and briefly tied the Instead of building on the momen- day, and our defense held us. It feels game at 1-1 with 6:18 to play in the tum of Prybylski’s goal, Westfield great!” opening quarter. continued to struggle with Getting past the Panthers on their Westfield’s Luke Prybylski potted Bridgewater’s buttoned up offense home field figured to be a tall order one with 9:05 remaining in the second after the break. for Westfield given how impressive quarter to pull the Blue Devils to within Griffin Figel quickly put to rest any Bridgewater-Raritan has been all sea- 3-2. Christensen and Kolen scored in notion that the Blue Devils would cut son. But the Blue Devils came into the second quarter to increase the further into the lead by scoring just this one roaring having dominated Bridgewater-Raritan advantage to 5- :39 into the third quarter making it 6- Montgomery and having beaten 2. Then it would be Prybylski again, in 3. Figel followed that with another Montclair on the heels of a thrilling dramatic fashion, scoring as the half- goal at 7:38 to make it 7-3 as Westfield county championship over Summit. time buzzer sounded to make it 5-3 at fans began to get antsy. Just over a Few schools play a tougher schedule the break. Prybylski took a pass at CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 TheIsoldiCollection.com FRANK D. ISOLDI #1 Agent Westfield Office: 2006-2014 Office: 908-233-5555 x 202 • Direct: 908-301-2038 • email: [email protected] • Broker/Sales Associate © 2015 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC. Page 12 Thursday, May 28, 2015 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

Patrick Aslanian Sara McCutcheon Bryan Jackler Lauren D’Amico Nicholas Costa Jacqueline Knapp Koryn Kraemer Jenna Rizkalla John Fuller Hannah Goldring Danny Mitchell Natalie Marcotullio

Mallory Weisse William Chandler Judy McDonald Jack Bunting Elena Chermak Jackson Simcox Megan Mondon John Lindros Samantha Velez Sean Elliott Amy West Daniel DoCampo Westfield School Boosters Association Presents 48th Annual Booster Club Awards to 28 High School Senior Athletes The Westfield Booster Club recently States. O’Dwyer volunteers time as a Natalie Marcotullio, daughter of Mary guard as a sophomore, junior and se- runs scored. rectors – Ed Tranchina, Bob Duncan, presented 28 “Student-Athlete” awards Transition Leader at the H.S. and will and Paul Marcotullio, earned 10 letters nior. Off field: peer minister at St. Helen’s, John Lay and Gary Kehler (funded presented in honor of, and in memory of, attend SUNY Oneonta. in XC, winter track (captain of both), Academics: distinguished honor roll, youth softball coach, student athletic jointly by the Boosters, Friends of coaches, athletes, and Boosters and on The Toni Bristol Honorary Award and spring track. Achievements: XC, National Honor Society, magna cum trainer, manager of the wrestling team, Westfield Track, Westfield PAL) was behalf of local sports organizations. (presenter George Kapner — boys ten- won Conference championship (2014), laude honors on the National Latin volunteer for Races for Faces. Samantha awarded to Elena Chermak, daughter of Scholarships are funded by the fol- nis coach) honoring Toni Bristol (vol- First Team All-UC (junior and senior); Exam. Mitchell will do a post-graduate will attend Ithaca College and will play Florence and Alex Chermak. lowing: Boosters Association, Friends unteer coach in lacrosse, girl’s soccer, First Team All-UC in winter and spring year at the Millbrook School and will softball. Chermak earned nine letters (4 spring of Westfield Track, John Bennett, Fam- girl’s basketball) went to Hannah track, member of many outstanding play basketball. Ted Connell Scholarships for track — captain 2015, 3 winter track, 1 ily of Toni Bristol, Family of Greta Schoenemann, Friends and family of Goldring, daughter of Laurie Woog and 4x400 and 4x800 relay teams. The female recipient, Jacqueline Achievement in Swimming given by XC, 1 soccer). Achievements: set indi- Marge and Bob Brewster, John Byrne Jay Goldring, earned 4 letters in gym- Other achievements: distinguished Knapp, daughter of Janeann and Gary the WHS Class of 1964 (additional gen- vidual school long jump record, part of family, Westfield Baseball League, nastics and was captain and MV Senior. honor roll with 4.2 GPA, National Honor Knapp, earned four letters and was a erous support from the Connell family) the relay teams that set school records Westfield Girls Softball League, Achievements — All-Section, All-UC Society, Italian National Honor Soci- team captain. Achievements: four-year in memory of Ted Connell, co-captain in the long jump and the triple jump, Westfield Basketball Association, recognition, UC champion on beam, ety, volunteer Peer Minister at St. varsity starter, 1,000 point scorer, All- of the 1964 swim team with a dual-meet All-UC and All-Conference recogni- Westfield PAL, Friends of Girls La- runner-up for All-Around UC (2014), Helen’s, volunteer at the Special Olym- Conference all four years, Second Team win streak of 36 and both the State and tion as a jumper, part of the 4x200 relay crosse, Family of Deborah Tuohy, Lessner family, Tresnan family, Fam- State qualifier (junior, senior), national pics summer camp, coach for the YMCA All-UC junior year. Eastern Championships. team that set the school indoor record ily of Judith and Bruce McLane, WHS qualifier (senior). Youth track club. Marcotullio will at- Knapp is a member of the National The presenter was Joe Wiendl (foot- when she was a sophomore. Class of 1964, and an anonymous do- Academics: National Honor Society, tend the College of William and Mary Honor Society, a youth basketball coach ball, baseball, state champion wrestler, An honor roll student, Elena is also a nor who has provided funding toward National Spanish Honor Society, Na- and continue her running career. and the founder of the Pennies for Pup- WHS Hall of Fame) The male recipient, peer minister at St. Helen’s and a stu- the scholarships in honor of Peter tional Merit Commended Scholar, AP The Peter Houlihan Awards (Male pies and Dollars for Dogs Club. John Lindros, son of Beth and Paul dent physical therapist. Elena will at- Houlihan. Scholar, distinguished honor roll with and Female — presenter Bret Cummings Jacqueline will attend Tufts University Armstrong and Johnathan and Melissa tend Drexel University. A scholarship committee, which con- 4.29 GPA, Transition Leader, delegate — Booster, co-chairman of the Scholar- and will play basketball. Lindros, earned four letters (captain Advisor’s Awards (presenter Jim sisted of Bret Cummings, Bill Taylor, to the Model U.N. Goldring will attend ship Committee — funded by an anony- The John Byrne Memorial Scholar- this year). Achievements: UC Swim- Brucia — Boosters second VP) were Mike Helfand, Gary Fox, Jeff Bryk, the University of Rochester. mous Booster and the Boosters Asso- ship (presenter Owen Brand, friend of mer of the Year, two-time All-State se- given to a male and a female who par- Jason McLane and John Fietkiewicz The Gary Kehler Award (presenter ciation). The female recipient, Sara Mr. Byrne and family) was given to a lection, second at the MOC in the 200 ticipated in sports for which a sponsor- evaluated the candidates based on the Glen Kehler — WHS Hall of Fame McCutcheon, daughter of Maureen and male or female athlete who has com- free, part of WHS record setting relay ing organization does not sponsor a information received from the athletes member — given by Boosters in memory Jim McCutcheon, earned 5 letters (3 peted in at least two sports. The recipi- teams in the 200 medley and the 200 scholarship. themselves, the Guidance department, of Gary Kehler, WHS “Hall of Fame” soccer, 2 spring track). Achievements: ent, Lauren D’Amico, daughter of Blair free. The female recipient, Megan and Supervisor of Athletics, Sandy former Athletic Director, foot- soccer — All-Conference rec- and Larry D’Amico, earned Out of the pool: honor roll Mondon, daughter of Rosann and Rob- Mamary, who also reviewed all the ap- ball coach, wrestling coach ognition (junior and senior five letters (4 lacrosse — cap- student, volunteer coach for ert Mondon, earned 7 letters (3 volley- plications. and golf coach) to Nicholas seasons), Coach’s Award from tain as senior, 1 XC). Special Olympics swim team. ball — captain, MV Senior, 2 basket- The selection criteria consisted of: Costa, son of Teressa and the Westfield Soccer Asso- Achievements: All-Area Lindros will attend Southern ball, 1 winter track, 1 spring track. athletic achievement, scholastic perfor- Anthony Costa. ciation (2014); track — part First Team and the All-League Methodist University and will Achievements: UC Senior Volleyball mance, and leadership qualities, with Costa earned two letters in of the school record setting Second Team, named an Un- continue his swimming ca- Player of the Year, Third Team All- achievement given the most emphasis. football and was a captain triple jump relay team. der Armour Underclass All- reer. State, First Team All-Group 4, All-UC, Walter L. Clarkson Honorary Award team and MV Senior (offense). Academics: distinguished American (junior), nominee The female recipient, Amy All-Conference — senior year — First presented by Thom Hornish coach of Achievements: Mid State 38 honor roll maintaining a 4.27 for the Under Armour All- West, daughter of Devin and Team All-Conference and All-UC — WHS girls cross-country (XC) on be- Coaches’ Second Team (jun- GPA, National Honor Soci- American team this year. Matt Russo Bill West, earned four letters junior. half of Friends of Westfield Track. Bryan ior), First Team (senior), Sec- Lillian Scott ety, winner of Latin Exam Academics: distinguished (captain this year). Achieve- Academics: honor roll student, Soci- Jackler, son of Elaine and Mark Jackler, ond-Team All Area (junior and Gold Award, honorable men- honor roll maintaining a 4.11 ments: integral part of two ety of High School Scholars, Italian earned 7 varsity letters (3 XC, 2 winter senior). Costa will attend Montclair State tion recognition on both the National GPA, National Honor Society, French State Championship teams and three Club, Breast Cancer Awareness Club, track — captain of both, 2 spring track). University. Latin Exam and the National Spanish Honor Society, Sports Page editor for County Championship teams, part of volunteer Chairperson of the Volleyball Bryan was All-Section and All-County The Jack Martin Spirit Award (pre- Exam, Peer Minister and Eucharistic Hi’s Eye, French Club, volunteer for the medley relay team that finished Pink Out Game, which raises money for (UC) in XC (senior year), and was se- senter Chris Tafelski — boys’ XC, win- Minister at St. Helen’s, founder and Habitat for Humanity, youth lacrosse eighth at the MOC. breast cancer research. Megan will at- lected Most Valuable Senior (MVS) on ter track, and spring track coach) given president of Smiles for Seniors, senator coach. D’Amico will attend Dartmouth Academics: honor roll student, Tran- tend Loyola University in Maryland the team. by the Friends of Westfield Track in in Youth and Government organization, College and will play lacrosse. sitions Leader, Peer Minister, member and will play volleyball. Academics: distinguished honor roll, honor of legendary XC and track coach counselor at Sr. Pat’s Cancer Camp. The Friends and Family of Marge of Operation Smile and leader of Sup- The male recipient, John Fuller, son Sports Editor of Hi’s Eye, youth rugby Jack Martin to William Chandler, son of McCutcheon will attend Washington and Bob Brewster (presenter WHS base- port Our Troops. West will attend the of Karen and John Fuller, earned four coach, volunteer at the Food Bank of Liz and Dana Chandler. University in St. Louis and continue her ball coach Bob Brewster). Marge and University of South Carolina. letters in wrestling. He was a team cap- New Jersey and the YMCA. He will Chandler earned 11 letters (3 XC, 4 track and field career. the late Bob Brewster, Sr. were parents The Friends of Girl’s Lacrosse Award tain and was selected MV Senior. attend the University of Wisconsin. each winter track and spring track — The male recipient, Koryn Kraemer, of four former WHS athletes and sup- (presenter Lois Hely) was given to Achievements: won 87 matches, includ- Alumni Scholarship (initiated by captain of all 3) and MV Senior in son of Lori and Scott Kraemer, earned 3 porters of the Boosters and the football, Mallory Weisse, daughter of Cherie and ing important wins in the County’s, Roger Love family, four generations of winter track. Achievements: seventh in letters in soccer (captain, MV Senior) basketball and baseball programs. The Tom Weisse. Mallory earned four let- District’s, Region’s and State’s, received WHS graduates and varsity athletes). UC XC championship (2014), UC cham- and 1 each in winter track and spring recipient, Daniel DoCampo, son of Jane ters as starting goalie in lacrosse and All-Area, All-UC and All-Conference Funded jointly by the Boosters and John pion in the 1,600, member of several track. Koryn was Second Team All-UC and Jim DoCampo, earned six varsity was team captain. Achievements: Sec- recognition. (former Booster president) and Faith successful relay teams that have partici- and Third Team All-State (junior), and letters (3 ice hockey — captain, 2 base- ond Team All-State, First Team All- Academics: distinguished honor roll Bennett, and Bennett daughters Claire pated in the MOC and the Penn Relays. First Team All-UC and Second Team ball, 1 soccer). Area, First Team All-League last sea- student maintains 4.0 GPA, National (2008), Julie (2006) and Ali (2003) all Other achievements: distinguished All-State (senior). Achievements: Baseball — All-UC son, member of the US National Under- Honor Society, Transitions Leader, Trea- WHS varsity athletes. Claire Bennett honor roll, National Honor Society, Peer Koryn is the Senate President of the recognition and selected to UC Under- 19 team, named to the Under-Armour surer of the Student Government, youth (outstanding soccer and lacrosse player Minister at St. Helen’s, volunteer youth NJ Youth Government organization and classmen All-Star team (junior). Hockey Underclass Elite team, was named the wrestling coach, Latin Club, Support — winner of the President’s Award in basketball coach, camp counselor for the a Model United Nations delegate. He — Central Jersey Rookie of the Year team’s MVP in 2009 and 2010. Our Veterans Club. John is planning to 2008.) presented the award to Meghan Westfield Recreation Commission. will attend Oberlin College and play (sophomore), UC League’s MVP (se- Other achievements: distinguished attend Florida State University. O’Dwyer, daughter of Lisa and Jerry Chandler will attend Dickinson College soccer. nior). Academically DoCampo is a dis- honor roll, Breast Cancer Awareness The Tri-Sports Achievement Schol- O’Dwyer. She earned 10 letters (4 spring and will continue to run track and XC. The Westfield Basketball Associa- tinguished honor roll student who will Club, youth lacrosse coach, volunteer arship (presenter Frank Fusaro — former track, 3 winter track — captain, 3 XC — Thom Hornish Achievement Award tion Awards (presenter Rick Elliott — attend the University of Delaware. with the Susan G. Komen Foundation, Boosters President) sponsored by the captain). [O’Dwyer’s photo not avail- (presenter Thom Hornish — XC and President of WBA) were given to male The Greta Schoenemann Memorial recently selected as the WHS recipient Lessner and Tresnan Families to recog- able] track — and given by Friends of and female varsity basketball players. Scholarship (presenter Greta’s father of the NJSIAA Scholar Athlete Award. nize a student athlete who has demon- Honors: XC — First Team and Sec- Westfield Track in his honor) to a fe- The male recipient, Danny Mitchell, Robert) was awarded to a senior girl Mallory will attend Northwestern Uni- strated outstanding athletic abilities by ond Team All-UC, track —qualified for male runner who exemplifies the spirit, son of Barbara and Mark Mitchell, soccer player about whom it can be said versity and will play lacrosse. achieving three varsity letters in three the Group championships, the Meet of commitment, sense of community and earned four letters (captain junior and – “she was a great teammate.” The Deborah Tuohy Me- different and distinct sports during se- Champions (MOC), and the Eastern team, and achievement. senior years) and was starting point Judy McDonald, daughter of morial Scholarship (presenter nior year. Martha and Patrick boys lacrosse coach Patrick Sean Elliott, son of Mary and Rick McDonald, earned three let- Tuohy — son) was given in Elliott, earned 9 letters (4 basketball — ters and was a captain (se- memory of Deborah Tuohy captain, 3 football, 2 baseball). Achieve- nior). Achievements: All-UC (supporter of Westfield foot- ments: football — All-Area and All- recognition (sophomore, jun- ball, lacrosse, and baseball) League recognition, WHS record for ior), All-State recognition to Patrick Aslanian, son of most receptions in a career, tied record Union County (junior), Coach’s Award from Erin and Chris Aslanian. for most receptions in a game; basket- the Westfield Soccer Associa- Caroline Stocking Patrick (captain this year) ball — MV Senior. tion (senior). earned four letters in lacrosse. Elliott is an honor roll student and Academics: distinguished A leader on last year’s Group volunteers as a youth football coach and Baseball Association honor roll maintains a 4.34 GPA, presi- 4 State championship team, Patrick was a youth basketball coach for St. Helen’s dent of National Honor Society, Na- named First Team All-State in 2014. He and the WBA. Sean will attend tional Spanish Honor Society silver also earned All-League and All-Area Muhlenberg College and will play foot- SUMMER YOUTH BASEBALL LEAGUE (freshman) and Bronze award (sopho- recognition. ball. more). McDonald will attend Off the field, Patrick is a distinguished The Executive Committee Award Georgetown University. honor roll student and a youth lacrosse (presenter Paul Friel — Boosters First The Jim Nicoll Scholarship Award coach. Aslanian will attend Georgetown VP) is given on behalf of the 52 active (Thom Hornish presenter) on behalf of University and will play lacrosse. Boosters — requirements are hard work, Nicoll (Financial Secretary of the Judith and Bruce McLane Memorial dedication and leadership indicative of All games are played in Warinanco Park, Roselle, Monday through Friday Friends of Westfield Track for many Awards – Male and Female (presenters what high school athletics represent. between 9:00am and 3:00pm. Season runs from the end of June until years) recognizing commitment to the Hannah McLane and Aidan McLane — Lillian Scott, daughter of Gay Wise sport as a competitor and as a volunteer grandchildren) were given in memory and Bill Scott, earned seven letters (4 early August. Play is coached and supervised by UCBA staff. to the Friends of Westfield Track and and honor of Judy and Bruce (former basketball, 3 soccer — captain and MV the Westfield community. Booster) and parents of four boys who Senior on both). Achievements: All-UC Caroline Stocking, daughter of Anne played Westfield sports. and All-Conference (soccer), basketball and Carl Stocking, earned 9 letters (4 The male recipient, Jackson Simcox, — 1,500 point scorer, during her career REGISTER ONLINE @ WWW.UCBA-NJ.ORG XC — captain, 2 winter track — MV son of Lisa and Steve Simcox, earned 7 was First Team All-UC, Second Team Senior award, 3 spring track). Achieve- letters (4 lacrosse, 3 football). He was All-Area, Third Team All-Group 4. ments: All-Conference XC (2013, two-time lacrosse captain and a captain Academics: distinguished honor roll Age Groups 2014), won UC JV race (2013), set of the football team. Achievements: se- maintains 4.22 GPA, National Honor Minor League 8-10 year olds Celebrating WHS record for the Thompson Park 5K lected MV Senior on football team, Society, recently selected female re- XC course. Courier News All-Area Defensive Player cipient from WHS of the Union County Major League 11-12 year olds our 70th Season! Academics: distinguished honor roll of the Year, First Team All-Area and Scholar Athlete Award. Lillian will at- Teen League 13-15 year olds maintains a 4.26 GPA, National Honor All-Conference, Second team, All tend Johns Hopkins University and will Society, National Spanish Honor Soci- Group 5; in lacrosse last year, Third play basketball. ety, top county honors in the Merck Team All-State, First Team All-Group The President’s Award (considered $25 Registration Fee Science Competition, Spanish Club and 4, All-Area, All-Division, All-UC. the Boosters Executive Committee’s & Birth Certificate Required the Gifts of Gold Club. Stocking will Academics: honor roll, volunteer at most prestigious, presenter Jeff Bryk — attend Washington University in St. St. Paul’s Mission Kitchen, recently Booster President) was presented to an Louis. selected as male recipient from WHS of outstanding athlete who exemplifies Open to all Union County Residents The Westfield Baseball League Award the Union County Scholar Athlete leadership, character, good sportsman- (presenter Leo White — former Presi- award. Jack will attend Princeton Uni- ship and the spirit of Westfield athletics. dent of the WBL) was awarded to Jack versity and will play football. Matt Russo, son of Linda and Phil Bunting, son of Dana and Bob Bunting. The female recipient, Jenna Rizkalla, Russo, earned 11 letters (4 XC, 4 spring Jack earned two letters in baseball and daughter of Marie and Paul Rizkalla, track, 3 winter track — captain of all 3). is a captain this season. Recognition: earned four letters in gymnastics (cap- Some achievements: senior year XC — All-UC recognition, selected to UC tain as senior). Achievements (senior Courier News All-Area Runner of the Underclass All-Star Game (junior). year listed only): North Jersey, Section Year, First Team All-UC, Second Team Off field: distinguished honor roll stu- 2, Gymnast of the Year, selected to All- All-Group 4, Third Team All-State; In- dent maintains a 4.1 GPA, National Honor State team (floor exercise), in UC cham- dividual races, won state sectional race Society, treasurer of Habitat for Human- pionships — First Place in All-Around and UC championship, runner up in UC ity. Bunting will attend Middlebury Col- – setting new record, First Place on Conference championship and at the lege and will play baseball. Floor, Uneven Bars, Vault. Shore Coaches meet. Finally; WHS Top- The Girls Softball League of Westfield Outside achievements: distinguished 10 list for times in all XC and distance Scholarship (presenter Gary Fox — honor roll, recording secretary of the race categories. GSLW Board Member) was awarded to Italian Club. Jenna will attend Bowling Russo is an honor roll student who Samantha Velez, daughter of Rosa and Green State University and will con- volunteers his time at several soup kitch- Gregory Velez. Sam earned three letters tinue her gymnastics career. ens in Plainfield and Elizabeth. Re- in softball (captain this year). Despite The Athletic Directors Scholarship cently, Matt received the Unico Scholar playing the demanding position of (presenter Supervisor of Athletics Sandy Athlete Award. Matt will attend the WWW.UCBA-NJ.ORG catcher, Velez had a .377 batting aver- Mamary) given in honor of, and in University of Connecticut and will con- age with 2 home runs, 19 RBI and 15 memory of WHS’s former Athletic Di- tinue his running career. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, May 28, 2015 Page 13

L. PRYBYLSKI NOTCHES 4; ASLANIAN, BOHLINGER 3 Blue Devil Laxers Blow Past Montgomery, 13-8, in Semis By ALEX LOWE tenacious senior picked up six ground Bohlnger scored a pair of goals in the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times balls in the game. quarter, the first coming with 7:57 to The Westfield High School boys “Our wings did a great job support- play and the second coming at the lacrosse team earned its second ing the face off today,” said Westfield 5:03 mark to give Westfield a com- straight appearance in the Group IV Head Coach Pat Tuohy. “We needed manding 13-6 advantage. From there, North Sectional championship game that because we knew Montgomery the Blue Devils were already think- with a dominating 13-8 victory over would be double pulling.” ing about a trip to Bridgewater where Montgomery on May 21 at Kehler After Montgomery scored to cut they would try to repeat as sectional Stadium in Westfield. The second- the lead to 8-3 with under two min- champions. seeded Blue Devils got four goals utes left in the opening half, Blue But this would likely be Westfield’s and an assist from senior Luke Devil senior Patrick Aslanian an- toughest test yet. The Panthers are the Prybylski to lead them past the third- swered with a crushing goal that found number one seed for a reason. They seeded Cougars, who really were the back of the net with :02 remaining are undefeated and ranked in the Top- outmatched on this day. After falling before the break. 3 in the state in most polls. It would be behind 2-1 early in the first period, The Westfield offense was on point a tall order for the Blue Devils to earn Westfield reeled off seven straight throughout the first half, moving the their second straight title. goals, while dominating possession ball smartly and efficiently, while “Bridgewater is undefeated, we on their way to an 8-2 lead late in the controlling possession. It was as good know that,” said Aslanian. “Other than second quarter. as the Blue Devil offense has looked that, we don’t know a whole lot about “We tried to beat them with our in some time. them. We haven’t played them this Alex Lowe for The Westfield Leader and The Times overall team speed today,” said Luke “I’m a defensive guy by trade,” year but we respect them.” CHARGING DOWNFIELD...Cougar midfielder Connor Fitch, No. 8, charges downfield in the South Jersey, Group 2, Prybylski. “We really felt like we had said Tuohy. “But when we are mov- Westfield, which has already had a Tournament quarterfinal round against Ocean City on May 19. Fitch netted five goals in the Cougars’ 14-7 victory. better speed through our first unit ing the ball around like that, we are special season with a much-cherished than they did and we tried to keep going to be very tough to beat.” Union County title under its belts, pressing them with that throughout Montgomery began to make some will come in as very dangerous cham- FITCH NETS 5 GOALS; HURLEY, L CHRISTIANO 3 EACH the game.” offensive strides in the third quarter, pion, made all the more formidable As if having the edge in team speed scoring three goals and pulling to by having played a demanding sched- was not enough, Westfield also got within striking distance at 11-6. But ule. the better end of the physical play as the fourth quarter trudged onward, “We are going to go into Cougars Inundate Ocean City throughout the game. As usual, Jack Westfield’s James Bohlinger saw to it Bridgewater and play Westfield style Cash was a force on face offs. The that this one would get no closer. of lacrosse,” said Tuohy. “They are a great team but this is the reason we play the schedule that we do, for In Boys Lax Sectionals, 14-7 games just like this one. By playing the likes of Ridge, IMG and By ALEX LOWE Just getting there proved to be a as it sent Cranford into the break with Lawrenceville among others we try Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times tricky proposition for the Cougars on a 7-5 lead and stopped the Red Raider to get ourselves ready to play the very The Cranford High School boys this day. Second-seeded Cranford jet- momentum in its tracks. top level of teams we might have to lacrosse team defeated Ocean City, ted out to a 6-0 lead and seemed to be “Ocean City is a very good, very face in the states.” 14-7, in the quarterfinals of the South in full control of the game early in the athletic team,” said Reinoso. “In the Aslanian finished with three goals Jersey, Group 2 tournament on May second quarter. However the seventh- second quarter we were giving them and an assist and Bohlinger added 19 in Cranford. Behind five goals seeded visitors from the South did too much time and space in the open three goals. Brandon Leuthold from Connor Fitch, the Cougars se- not travel such a long way simply to field and they took advantage. I think chipped in two goals and an assist cured a spot in the semifinals where take a nap. Ocean City (18-4) rallied four of their five goals came in tran- while James Brucia potted one. Owen they would face Hopewell Valley with for five straight goals in the second sition. We took care of that at halftime Prybylski recorded eight ground balls a chance not only to advance to the quarter to cut the deficit to 6-5. and we got better results in the third for Westfield. Toby Burgdorf had six sectional final but also to claim re- During the seven and a half minute and fourth quarters.” saves in net. venge against the team that ended stretch the Red Raiders utilized their The game turned on its ear once Cam Garinger led the Montgom- their playoff run two seasons ago. speed and quickness to take control again when the two teams returned to ery offense with three goals. Wyatt “Hopewell Valley knocked us out of a contest that they seemed ready to action in the third. Cranford quickly Colangelo added two goals for the in the semi-final round two seasons be blown out of moments earlier. regained control of the contest on a Cougars. Mike Yanovitch had seven ago,” said Cranford Head Coach Al Only a buzzer beating goal scored by goal by Fitch at 9:20 to make it 8-5. Alex Lowe for The Westfield Leader and The Times saves in the loss. Reinoso. “They are a very strong Cougar Richie Hurley with :01 left in Hurley followed with another goal DANGEROUS THREAT...Blue Devil Luke Prybylski, front, scored four goals in Montgomery 2 1 3 2 8 team so it will be a big challenge to the half broke up the Ocean City run. less than a minute later giving the North Jersey, Group 4 semifinal against Montgomery on May 21. Westfield 3 6 2 2 13 defeat them.” The goal proved to be very important CONTINUED ON PAGE 16

Mary McEnerney, CRS, GRI, SRES NJAR Circle of Excellence Award: 1977-2014 Direct Line: (908) 301-2052 Cell: (908) 578-8198 Email: [email protected] Exquisite English Manor Estate

837 Ramapo Way, Westfield, NJ

Nestled on nearly an acre of beautifully landscaped grounds in the Indian Forest Section of Westfield. The addition and transformation of an upper, lower & covered courtyard terraces, complete with an outdoor stone fireplace, make year around outdoor entertaining a pleasure. Built in 1937, the original residence underwent a spectacular renovation and expansion in 2011. The seamless addition brought this home close to 7,000 square feet of comfortable living space. The estate now has 17 rooms, 6 bedrooms, 5 full, 2 half baths spread out over four magnificent levels, with three buildings in all. The detached oversized 2-car garage has an adjacent, finished storage room, complete with built-ins. The vibrant 2nd floor yoga studio/office was an integral part of the rebuild. The stone siding was chosen from three different states in efforts to match the specific color scheme. The copper gutters and Vermont slate roof are all period appropriate. Finally, the original well house was left “as is” however, upgraded with well water for irrigation, and is currently being used as a “Man Cave.” Offered at $4,500,000. WESTFIELD EAST OFFICE • 209 CENTRAL AVENUE• WESTFIELD, NJ 07090• (908) 233-5555 EXT. 189 © 2015 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC. Page 14 Thursday, May 28, 2015 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Devil’s Den The Blue Devils won 14-4 the fol- lowing year at Tamaques 2 (now Moeller-Burke Field). The game was Savor Those State Titles: played every May 30 – except for “no game” years in 1948 and 1952, and rainouts in 1953 and 1956 – through They Don’t Come Easy 1962, when WHS won 1-0 at Roselle Park. The Panthers had an 8-6 lead in the 14-game series. This was obvi- By BRUCE JOHNSON Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ously before the creation of the three- day-weekend to celebrate the day. Winning a state title is a bee-atch. 1997-98 – gymnast Lauren halftime buzzer from an almost im- There were many memorable games. Of course, that’s the point. If they were Caravello won a state title on the par- possible angle in Saturday’s sectional In 1955 Bob List struck out 18 Pan- easy, every school would have oodles allel bars. final loss. Luke will attend at the Hun thers in a 4-1 victory. In 1960 future and oodles of them. But they aren’t Prior to the current school year, you School next year before moving on to NBA star Rick Barry tossed a no-hitter easy, and that, of course, makes win- have to go back to June 18, 1956 for Villanova, where younger brother to win a 3-0 pitchers’ duel from WHS’s ning one quite an achievement. And as the last graduation ceremony that did Owen has also been accepted. Smitty Lanning. And in that final meet- the 2014-15 school year winds down, not have a state champion team or KEEPING UP WITH … ing in 1962, Jim Smith tossed a shut- that also makes it a good time to look individual. Westfield native Sean Elliott cap- out and Charley Widmer’s third-in- back at WHS’s legacy at “states.” It’s For those who aren’t old enough to tured the NAIA National Champion- Alex Lowe for The Westfield Leader and The Times ning single scored Dick Myers in John RACKING UP POINTS...Blue Devil James Bohlinger, No. 3, scored two goals quite impressive. recall 1956, that was the year that … ship last week in Daytona Beach, Lay’s final game as baseball coach. and added two assists in the North Jersey, Group 4 final against the Panthers. Since the NJSIAA started keeping Elvis Presley first broke onto the Top Florida. The sophomore at Dalton (Ga.) REMEMBERING A CLASSMATE records in 1918-19, WHS has pro- 40 charts with “Heartbreak Hotel” … State College shot 67-68-67-70 for a The Class of 1964 lost one of its duced over 400 state champions – 132 Norma Jean Masterson officially 16-under-par 272 and an eight-shot members on July 2, 2012 when Ted team titles and a state-best 271 indi- changed her name to Marilyn Monroe win. That broke a 60-year-old tourna- Connell passed away. A two-time state Panther Laxers Top Blue Devils vidual champs. The overall total of … The first episode of As the World ment scoring record (273) set in 1955. champion swimmer Connell will by CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 403 is second only to Haddonfield, a Turns was broadcast … Rocky Elliott had a 10-under par 200 (69-67- remembered annually after his class- minute later, Nick Grill found the ing and suddenly the game had a new Group 2/Group 1 school in Camden Marciano retired as the unbeaten 64) to win the Southern State Athletic mates and family created a scholarship back of the net and extended the sense of urgency for all. County. WHS’s titles have come heavyweight champion … Elvis Conference championship. – The Ted Connell Scholarships for Bridgewater lead to 8-3. Christenesen Christensen answered with a big mostly against “the big boys and girls” Presley performed “Hound Dog” on Low scores are nothing new for Achievement in Swimming – in his potted two more for the Panthers to goal at 8:08 to make it 11-6. Bohlinger in Group 4. the Milton Berle Show, reportedly Elliott, who as a freshman at WHS in memory to be given at the annual close out the quarter with Westfield in pulled the Blue Devils back within The Blue Devils have won state titles scandalizing the audience with his 2008 shot a school-record 31 at Echo Westfield School Boosters Association a surprising 10-3 hole. four with another goal at the 2:32 in 14 different team sports, and have “suggestive hip movements” … Presi- Lake, was medalist at the Watchung banquet to the outstanding male and Rather than going down quietly, had individual state champions in 12 dent Eisenhower signed the Federal Conference meet and also had WHS’s female senior swimmer. Joe Wiendl mark to make it 11-7. But Bridgewater of the 15 sports that contest them. Westfield rallied with the heart of a beat back all of Westfield’s offensive Highway Act into law, creating the low score at the sectional and state flew in from California to present the Amazing fact: over the past 60 Interstate Highway System … Ike meets. He then transferred to a golf award at last Wednesday’s dinner. champion. The Blue Devils scored forays the rest of the way finally school years there have only been seven three rapid-fire goals within the span signed a joint resolution by congress academy in South Carolina. Wiendl was Connell’s neighbor and giving up a goal to Brandon Leuthold that WHS did not win at least one state to make “In God We Trust” the na- Caroline Baldwin (’14), a six-time of: 48 to pull within 10-6 early in the with just: 44 left that made the score good friend, and was himself a state team championship – 1955-56, 1959- tional motto … Elvis Presley made his state champion during her WHS days, champion wrestler. John Lindros and fourth quarter. Senior Patrick Aslanian 11-8. 60, 1975-76, 1978-79, 1982-83, 1990- first appearance on the Ed Sullivan capped a great freshman year at North found the back of the net at 9:50 and “I told the guys they had nothing to Amy West were the first recipients. 91 and, most recently, in 1997-98. And Show … WHS graduate Bob Carolina by qualifying for the 2016 IN PASSING then again with 9:13 to play. James be sorry for,” said Tuohy afterwards. in six of those years a WHS athlete Clotworthy won the springboard div- Olympic Trials in the 100-meter back- Bohlinger scored with 9:02 remain- Paul Hayes (’95), who had made “We accomplished a lot this season in captured an individual state title. ing title at the Olympics in Melbourne, stroke with a time of 1:03.14. During over 700 successful skydives, died May defense of our title. We beat teams 1959-60 – swimmer Danny Nichols, Australia. (Yes, it was a very big year the season, she had best times in the 15 after an unsuccessful jump in Sus- SPF PAL Cheerleading like Summit and Montclair among wrestler Dennis Powers and track for Elvis Presley and ducktail hair- 50-yard free (22.40), 100 free (49.01), sex County. He was 38. Hayes was co- many other strong teams. We just sprinter Ed Minor. cuts.) 100 back (53.76) and 200 back (2 .43). captain of the 1995 WHS wrestling, Football Registration: didn’t do enough things that we 1975-76 – wrestler Chuck Cosenza, Getting back to the original premise MEMORIAL DAY GAME and won a gold medal at the Blue needed to do to get it done today. diver Steve Schramm, Kim Schmidt in – how difficult it is to win state cham- Do you remember WHS’s annual Devil Invitational and District 11 tour- Registration for the 2015 Scotch Aslanian and Prybylski finished girls tennis and Dave Robinson in boys pionships – having at least one for 58 Memorial Day baseball game against Plains-Fanwood PAL football and naments as a junior. He also played with two goals as did junior Bohlinger, tennis, plus one relay in swimming’s straight years is quite a monumental Roselle Park? If you do, you’ve got a linebacker on the football team. He cheerleading seasons will be held this who also had two assists. Brandon 400 free team of Neil Banta, Tom accomplishment. But no WHS team or very good memory. The series started Saturday, May 30, and the following was also the fourth member of his Leuthold and Nick Bond chipped in LaCosta, Paul Healy and Tom Hartye. individual has won a state title during in 1945 and lasted until 1962. Then the family to work on the World Trade Saturday, June 6, at the Scotch Plains one goal each. Luke Konen stopped 1978-79 – Eldy Halsey won the 2014-15. Unless one of our track ath- games stopped. Now the series is long Center, his grandfather and father hav- police department. seven shots in net for Bridgewater- Group 4 javelin. letes wins at the Group 4 meet this forgotten ing helped build the original building, The registration will run from 9 Raritan. 1982-83 – Kevin McGorty won the weekend, the 58-year streak will be VE Day, the end of World War II in and his older brother Corey and Paul a.m. until 12 noon in the rear of the Westfield 1 2 0 5 8 Group 4 high hurdles and the high over. Europe, was on May 8, 1945. Three helping in the rebuilding after 9/11. building. Registration for the PAL BrH2O-Raritan 3 2 5 1 11 jump at the Meet of Champions. Not that WHS hasn’t come heart- weeks later, Roselle Park beat WHS, Corey (’93) was also a starting line- football camp will also take place at 1990-91 – Maurice Barnett and breakingly close ... 12-6, on May 30, 1945, and a semi- backer in football. the same time. To obtain registration Probitas Verus Honos Drew Rountree won the indoor Group The girls soccer team was elimi- tradition was born. The schools made Marques Haynes, the super dribbler forms, go to spfpal.com 4 shot put relay. nated in the sectionals in overtime by the May 30 game an annual affair, of the old Harlem Globetrotters, SP-F; the unbeaten boys cross-coun- usually the season’s final game in those Harlem Magicians and Harlem Wiz- try team won sectionals, but was sixth pre-state tournament days. ards, passed away Friday at age 89. in Group 4; the unbeaten gymnastics 2015 RAIDER SOCCER CAMP team, led by Jenna Rizkalla, also won sectionals but was sixth in the state On Our Soccer Only Turf Field meet; the three-time defending cham- Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School pion boys swim team lost in the Public A final to Cherry Hill East, 86-84, the Camp Features meet being decided on the final relay SESSION I – JULY 6-10 by .11 of a second; the boys tennis Co-Ed • Grades 1-9 team fell to top-ranked Livingston, 3- Goal Keeper Training 2, in the Group 4 final; and the defend- Novice to Advanced SESSION II – JULY 27-31 ing Group 4 champion boys lacrosse Ability Grouping team lost to unbeaten Bridgewater- Raritan, 11-8, last Saturday. Tactical Camp for Teams www.spfraidersoccercamp.com Like Ringo Starr almost sang back Indoor Facilities in 1971, “They don’t come easy.” (908) 322-6102 LUUUUUUKE IS NO. 1 Senior Luke Prybylski broke the Camp Director [email protected] school-record for goals in a season and tied the career mark. He finished TOM BREZNITSKY his senior year with 65 goals, breaking Boys' Varsity Coach & NJSIAA Hall of Fame High School Elite Week For Boys and Girls, Grade 9 the mark of 61 set by Ryan Yarusi in Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School 2007. And his 123 career goals tied 675 Career Victories, 40 Years Experience (Running concurrent with our regular Session II camp week) him with Yarusi. His final goal might’ve Senior Luke Prybylski scores one of his school record 65 goals this spring. been the most spectacular, beating the He will attend the Hun School next year before moving on to Villanova.

JAYNE BERNSTEIN Search for homes David Realty Group Sales Associate from your is please to announce that NJAR Circle of Excellence Sales Award: 1997-2014 cell phone! Direct Line: (908) 301-2006 Text “jbcb” Cell Phone: (908) 403-9330 to “87778” Stephanie Mattielli [email protected] has recently joined our team OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, May 31st • 1-4PM of dedicated real estate professionals. Stephanie Mattielli Sales Associate
As a Sales Associate with David Realty Group, Stephanie will offer the highest level of service and results with one of the fastest

www.davidrealtygroup.com DavidRealtyGroup.com • Residential Brokerage • (908) 264-8843

©2015 David Realty Group LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by David and Lorena Barbosa The Proven Professional

Long-term success in the real estate profession is reserved for the select few who consistently deliver value to their clients. With unparalleled dignity and grace, Hye-Young Choi continues to provide an inspired level of service and outstanding results. 31 Stoneleigh Park, Westfield Offered at $1,989,000 Hye-Young Choi Stunning, Nantucket style, Circa 1904 Dutch Colonial on sprawling, professionally manicured .89 Sales Associate acres lot in Westfield's Stoneleigh Park. A scenic, idyllic, looped street flanked by mature sycamores Top 1% of all Coldwell Banker Agents Internationally and featuring slate sidewalks. It is among the 7 houses that occupy the inner island. Structurally Member of Coldwell Banker President’s Elite impressive, this home features elements that define Classic 20th Century Architecture. It is beautifully #1 REALTOR, Westfield East Office, Total Production 11 Consecutive Years! renovated to preserve the character, quality and workmanship reminiscent of years past. The first Email: [email protected] floor boasts an impressive foyer, an expansive formal living room, a grand formal dining room, a Direct: (908) 301-2015 massive family room, a gourmet center island kitchen with butler’s pantry and an updated powder Cell: (908) 938-9248 room and a laundry room. The 2nd floor is accessible via the main or back staircase. Upstairs, the Master Bedroom Retreat has a luxurious spa-like bath and fireplace. Adjacent to the Master Bedroom is a sitting/dressing room. The bedroom located in the turret tower features a fireplace and en-suite bath. There are 4 additional bedrooms & a full hall bath. The maid’s closet, walk-up attic, full basement and oversized 2 car detached garage offer additional storage. COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE Westfield East Office: 209 Central Avenue, Westfield, NJ 07090 • (908) 233-5555 WESTFIELD EAST OFFICE • 209 CENTRAL AVENUE • (908) 233-5555 ColdwellBankerMoves.com © 2015 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC. © 2015 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, May 28, 2015 Page 15

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times TOP 3 IN THE 3,200...Blue Devil Matt Russo, center, finished third in the 3,200 COMPLETING HER HEAT...Cranford Cougar Jess Brown, center, completes DOUBLE WINNER...Summit Hilltopper Leland Jones, No. 1, became No. 1 in meters behind Millburn and North Hunterdon, respectively. her heat in the 100 meter dash at the North Jersey, Section 2, Group 3 meet. the 1,600 meters and the 3,200 meters at the North 2, Group 3 Meet. Blue Devil Girls Break 4x800 Meter Record at North Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 Track Championship CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 400 hurdles at 1:10.22. tively.” finished sixth in the 400 hurdles at beat me. I said, ‘Oh no he can’t!’ So Brennan was there. He is such a great shot put with a shove of 42-7. Nocum, Sarah Bowles, Trinity Hart The Lady Cougars also took top 1:08.21. Cougars Maranda Brown at in the finals, we both got great starts. thrower. He pumps me up at meets. I In Group 3, Summit’s Leland Jones and Imani Rivers finished sixth in the honors in the 4x800 when Amanda 99-1 and Susanna Jaramillo at 98-11 I am just glad we took 1-2,” Edmond am glad I did well last week,” was a double winner, first by cross- 4x100 at 51.52. Blue Devil Keren Bush, Bella Disimone, Alannah took 4-5 in the discus. said. Buontempo said. ing first in the 1,600 at 4:26.15 then Moncayo took second in the javelin Clarke and Kiera Hurley crossed the In the boys Group 4, Raiders Kobe “I glanced like the first 10 meters Blue Devils Nick Antonelli, Matt by crossing first in the 3,200 at with a toss of 99-10, followed by line first in 9:49.41. The Summit White and Merlin Edmond were in a of the race left and right. The I saw his Russo, Chris Prasek and Will Chan- 9:24.21. Cougars Josh Cadet, Acacio Raider Madeline Weber at 98-11 and Hilltoppers had a triple winner in battle for bragging rights in the 100 [Edmond] butt and said, ‘he got it.’ I dler finished third in the 4x800 at Escada, Jack Schetelich and Josiah Blue Devil Mae Devin at 98-4. Devin Emma Osborne, who won the 100 in meters. In the preliminary round, am glad we took 1-2. That’s what we 8:13.57. Russo placed fourth in the Cadet finished third in the 4x400 at took fifth in the pole vault with a 12.73, the 200 in 25.7 and the 400 in White just nipped Edmond to record needed,” White said. 3,200 with a PR time of 9:25.92. 3:28.63. Tim Colter took third in the height of 9-0. Raider Mary Catherine 58.2. Cougar Katie Romanovich took the fastest qualifying time. In the Edmond also finished fourth in the Chandler took fifth in the 800 at long jump with a distance of 20-4 and Stovall finished sixth in the 3,200 at ninth in the 400 at 1:01.59. finals, Edmond (11.23) won by a toe 400 at 50.05. On Day 2, however, 1:59.15. Raider Quincy Sanchez Schetelich took third in the javelin 11:44.91, followed by Blue Devil Disimone, Anna Fitch, Jillian over White (11.26) to finish 1-2. White crossed first in the 200 with a placed third in the 110 hurdles at with a toss of 149-5. Caroline Stocking at 11:54.4. Devoti and Charlotte Van Why fin- “At practice, we are always to- time of 22.57. Emendo Thomas, 14.83 and fourth in the 400 hurdles at Cougar Will Fries took second in In girls Group 3, Cougar Erin ished third in the 4x400 at 4:02.11. gether, trying to push each other to Edmond, Ray Walker and White had 56.31. Edmond, Joe Dzuback, the shot put with a shove of 44-0.75 Meixner, although it was not her best Cougar Mara Giga took third in the make each other better. Today in the misfortune in the 4x100 when Tho- Cameron Smith and White finished and third in the discus with a toss of throw, took first in the shot put with a javelin with a toss of 106-1. Van Why prelim, he got out really hard and he mas pulled a hamstring before hand- sixth in the 4x400 at 3:25.56. Marquel 126-3. Colter tied for fourth in the distance of 35-6.5. Teammates Chris- ing off. Although they finished third Taylor took sixth in the long jump high jump with a clearance of 5-9. tina Barlik at 32-6.25 and Brianna a brief spurt of emotion cost them a with a leap of 20-5.25. Blue Devil Matt Van Pelt finished sixth in the Scotti at 32-1.25 took 5-6. Through- disqualification. Blue Devils Josh Harry Williamson took seventh in the 400 hurdles with a time of 58.35. out the season, however, the trio have Capistrano, Jelani Pierre, Ishmael been consistently improving their Glasco and Sid Douglas placed fourth PRs. at 44.04. “This year more than ever, every- Blue Devil Theo Brunson won the one has been a lot more focused in pole vault with a height of 12-6. Raid- practice. We have a lot more goals ers Christian Zoufaly at 12-0 and this year. Other years we had goals Andrew Ciccarino at 11-6 took 3-6, but this year they are more reachable while Blue Devil Mike Stokes took and everyone wants to do their best,” seventh at 11-0. Mitch Bryk with a Meixner said. “Me being a senior, I PR toss of 175-8 placed second in the want to do my best. I tried my best. javelin. Chris Cerrachio was seventh That’s really all I did.” at 156-1. Sometimes, Meixner likes to play a Blue Devil Nick Buontempo placed game of wits with her opponents. third in the discus with a toss of 133-2. “I definitely size up my competi- “Next week, we are going to go tors. I guess that’s the competitive over my footwork. We are going to nature in me,” she said. try to get to that 155 so I can go to Looking ahead to the Group 3 South Plainfield for the Meet of championships, Meixner said, “I defi- Champions,” Buontempo said. nitely want to throw 40. I don’t know Just one week prior, Buontempo if it is possible, but that is my goal. had a PR throw of 142-6 but he had You got to have a number goal and special incentive competing against that’s my number goal. My other goal Union Catholic’s Sean Brennan David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times is to make the Meet of Champs. I have FOURTH IN THE TRIPLE JUMP...Raider Summer Robinson placed fourth in (Westfield resident) who took first. TIGHT PACK IN THE 1,600...Blue Devils Will Chandler, No. 9, and Nick it in me. I know I can do it. I am not the triple jump with a distance of 35-0 at the North Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 “I was just really competing. The Antonelli, behind right, keep in a tight pack with three Millburn runners in the overconfident, but I got to think posi- championships at Ridge High School. adrenalin was pumping. Sean North Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 championships at Ridge High School.

Jean Marie Morgan Sales Agent, International President's Circle NJAR Circle of Excellence 2014 Top 4% of Sales Associates Nationwide Direct Line: 908-279-4441 OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, May 31st • 1-4PM

Garwood $319,000 Scotch Plains $629,000 Lovely move-in ready home w/many features Custom built, one owner 5BR Colonial on including: newer furn/CAC, newer roof, updt lush 1.3 acre lot. 1st flr BR, 3 full baths, kit w/SS appls, fenced yard, & more! country kit, very well maintained!

Agent: Cathy Splinter MLS: 3219948 Agent: Ileen Cuccaro MLS: 3213428

Scotch Plains $695,000 Mountainside $799,000 Warm & spacious Col w/many improvements Spacious Ranch on beautiful property! Open since 2008. Refin HW flrs, Sylvan Gunite pool flr plan, updated EIK, 3 full baths, & hot tub… a must see! conservatory rm. Not to be missed!

Agent: Patricia Connolly MLS: 3203937 Agent: Joyce Taylor MLS: 3218102

566 Colonial Avenue, Westfield Offered at $1,149,000 Welcome home....This magnificent, pristine five bedroom center hall colonial is located on one of Westfield's most sought after streets in the prestigious Gardens section of Westfield. This storybook Northside home has been lovingly maintained and is the perfect blend of modern day amenities along with the charm of years past. The gracious entrance foyer flows right into the formal dining room with beautiful built-in bookcases and a custom corner cabinet. The spacious eat in kitchen boasts stainless appliances and beautiful new granite countertops. Sit back & relax in the cozy living room with gas fireplace or retrieve to the sunny den just off the Westfield $815,000 Westfield $1,249,000 living room. The second floor boasts 4 lovely bedrooms and two full baths – the master suite This beautiful 1920’s Colonial offers Spectacularly designed, brand new, north side generously sized rms, a unique open flr plan, Col w/6 bdrms, 5 1/2 baths. Excellent flow complete with its own bath as well as a brand new hallway bathroom. The third-floor hosts the upgraded electrical system, and more! for entertaining & daily life! fifth bedroom and another full bathroom. Don't miss the spectacular yard! Agent: Jessica Marino MLS: 3221143 Agent: Francesca Azzara MLS: 3212246 Follow me on Twitter @JeanMarieMorgan to get a Sneak Peek Westfield West Office: at our new listings at #209Central...the #1 real estate office! 600 North Avenue West, Westfield, NJ 07090 (908) 233-0065 WESTFIELD EAST OFFICE • 209 CENTRAL AVENUE • (908) 233-5555 x 113 ColdwellBankerMoves.com © 2015 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. © 2015 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. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC. 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 16 Thursday, May 28, 2015 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION CLASSIFIEDS Cougars Inundate Ocean City CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13

GARAGE SALE SATURDAY Cranford a 9-5 lead. Fitch scored ond time in the game the Cougars TOWN WIDE YARD SALE once more to make it 10-5 with 6:26 would score on a buzzer beater. This 112 Linden Avenue, Westfield The Borough of Garwood will hold remaining in the third period. After a time it was Luke Christiano, who did May 30, 10am-3pm its 19th Annual Town Wide Yard Mark Christiano goal at 3:32, the the honors as he buried one in the Furniture, Sale on Saturday & Sunday, lead was back to six at 11-5. Just like back of the net with :01 remaining in household items, clothing June 13th & June 14th, between that, the Cougars were back in charge. the third extending the Cranford lead YARD SALE EXTRAVAGANZA! 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. To par- “You know, we really limited their to 12-6. ticipate, you must register at Bor- transition opportunities in the second Fitch, a sophomore, salted the game Saturday, May 30, 9-3 ough Hall by June 12th, in person half,” said Reinoso. “I don’t think away with two more goals in the 1125 Tice Place, Westfield or by calling (908) 789-0710 or they had any transition opportunities fourth quarter. Furniture, toys, clothes, email [email protected]. A in the third quarter. We really felt like “This was a good game for me,” linens, and more! list of participating households will we had the advantage in six-on-six said Fitch. “Ocean City is a good (Rain Date Sunday, May 31) be available at Borough Hall on sets and that showed up in the second team. They really pushed us in transi- MOVING SALE the morning of the yard sale. half. As far as what happened during tion. It meant a lot to be able to get NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL CHAMPS...Union County Rugby Mudturtles the second quarter when they made some important goals for our team 722 Saunders Ave CHILDCARE NEEDED their run, we were doing everything when we needed them. We just need Westfield, NJ Nannies - Housekeepers Mudturtles Win National H.S. right except for putting the ball into to make sure we are always mentally Saturday--May 30, 2015 BabyNurses Needed the net.” focused the rest of the way. I think we 9AM to 4PM Live-in / -out, Full/Part-time After Ocean City scored to cut it to may have relaxed a bit after the fast or until items gone. Items to be Solid References Required. Tier II Rugby Tournament 11-6, Cranford answered. For the sec- start and we cannot afford to do that sold include, patio and porch fur- CALL (732) 972-4090 at this stage.” niture, queen motorized bed, fur- www.absolutebestcare.com Westfield’s Michael Dabulas and pound toughest player at the tourna- Hurley and Luke Christiano each niture, televisions, sewing ma- Linden’s Khalil Burns led 25 Union ment, Ben Kelly, all had outstanding PUBLIC NOTICE scored three goals and had an assist. chine and other household items. DEYCI’S CLEANING SERVICES County teammates to the Rugby Na- games. BOROUGH OF GARWOOD Mark Christiano added two goals and Are you tired? Let me help you! WANTED tional Championship in Charlotte, Gladis and Collum controlled the NOTICE OF PENDING BOND four assists. Mark Pawlick rounded Experience & Excellent Work N.C. on May14 to May 16. The line-outs all game. Costa blasted his ORDINANCE AND SUMMARY out the scoring for the Cougars with Residential, Apartments, Sailing Mate and/or Captain for Mudturtles defeated North Bay, Ca- way through the entire Fisher squad The bond ordinance, the summary terms one goal. Dan Bowersock and Tom Day Sails. Have 18 foot sailboat Commercial, Offices Free Estimates 100% Guaranteed lif., 34-27, Fishers, Indianapolis, Ind., to set up the Daniel score. Dabulus of which are included herein, was intro- Cusack both scored two goals for (Catboat) docked in S. Amboy. 29-10, and Charlotte Catholic, N.C., was the smartest player on the pitch duced and passed upon first reading at a Ocean City. Looking for a second to References Available meeting of the Borough Council of the (908) 510-2542 17-5, respectively, to scoop up the from beginning to end, Wright was Borough of Garwood, in the County of Cranford goaltender Ryan Shupp accompany on day sails on Raritan title. the fastest and Kelly’s scrum man- Union, State of New Jersey, on May 26, recorded 11 saves, while his Ocean Bay. No cost, just company and On May 14 against North Bay, agement helped win the day. Kelly’s 2015. It will be further considered for final City counterpart Mark Kolmer had enthusiasm for time on the water! Seminar to Spotlight Cranford’s Kevin Trotter broke six blocked kick late was a game sealer passage, after public hearing thereon, at a 12 saves in defeat. Some experience preferred. tackles on a 60-yard run to start the Union. meeting of the Borough Council to be held Deer-Resistant Plants at its meeting room in the Municipal Build- Ocean City 0 5 1 1 7 Peter (908)-451-8842 Mudturtles on their way. Mike Hogan, The Championship game on May ing, 403 South Avenue, Garwood, New Cranford 5 2 5 2 14 GARWOOD — Landscaper FITNESS EQUIPMENT FOR SALE Jatece Wright (2 tries) and Jonadony 16, pitted the Mudturtles against Jersey, on June 9, 2015 at 7:15 P.M. Bryan Lowe will present a program Brevette also all scored. Union was hometown and well supported Char- During the week prior to and up to and PUBLIC NOTICE Body By Jake “Trainer To The on Thursday, June 4, at 7 p.m., on including the date of such meeting copies ahead, 34-10, with 12 minutes left, lotte Catholic, who had scored a total of the full ordinance will be available, at no TOWN OF WESTFIELD Stars” FIRMFLEX Total Body plants that are deer resistant and but North Bay rallied. Trotter made a of 135 points in the two prior games. cost and during regular business hours, at ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Trainer. Complete Workout Exer- how to keep a variety of wildlife magnificent open space potential The Mudturtles held them to only one the Clerk’s office for the members of the NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING from ruining plants and gardens. general public who shall request the same. cise Bench. Space Saving De- game tying tackle at the five-meter late try. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that on Mon- sign. Adjustable Height and Re- After nine years in the landscap- The summary of the terms of such bond line to seal the win. Zach Koch, Nick Wright started scoring with a 60- ordinance follows: day, June 8, 2015 at 7:30 PM in the Town sistance. Excellent Condition. ing industry and nearly four years Ballas, Tom Morley and Greg Blaine yard run off a beautiful Dabulas pass. of Westfield Municipal Building, Council $75.Call(908)654-6091 of consulting with clients on the BOND ORDINANCE NO. 15-11 Chambers, 425 East Broad Street, all had outstanding defensive games The Mudturtles had a 10 minute goal Westfield, New Jersey, a PUBLIC HEAR- care of their landscapes, Mr. Lowe for the Mudturtles. line stand towards the end of first half TITLE: BOND ORDINANCE now shares his knowledge at semi- TO AUTHORIZE THE ACQUI- ING will be held by the Zoning Board of FREELANCERS WANTED On May 15 against Fishers, Wright, led by Collum, Burns, Costa, Gladis, SITION OF NEW 9-1-1 POLICE Adjustment of the Town of Westfield for nars. He holds an Associate in Ap- Daniel Johnson, Dabulas, Burns and Brendan Cunningham, Ballas, Hogan COMMUNICATIONS AND variance approvals (Section 11.05E1: lot Strong, detail-oriented writers plied Science degree in Landscape DISPATCHING EQUIPMENT area – 16,000 square feet minimum, 12,497 Nick Costa all scored tries. Dabulas’ and others that seemed to take the air square feet existing nonconforming condi- with professional demeanor Management and Design. In addi- kicking game and Costa’s punishing out of the Charlotte team and their IN, BY AND FOR THE BOR- OUGH OF GARWOOD, IN THE tion; Section 11.05E2: lot area within first needed to cover local tion to a slide show, Mr. Lowe allots defense dominated play. Brendan fans. 169 feet of front line – 16,000 square feet government meetings. Must be COUNTY OF UNION, STATE time to answer audience members’ Collum, Fred Gladis, and pound-for- Wright scored again to start second OF NEW JERSEY, TO APPRO- minimum, 12,497 square feet existing non- able to meet deadlines, know gardening questions. PRIATE THE SUM OF $59,000 conforming condition; Section 11.05E4: half. Brendan Cunningham had a nifty lot depth – 140 feet minimum, 110 feet how to write a lead, and take Registration is required for this PUBLIC NOTICE long run to set up that score. Matt TO PAY THE COST THEREOF, TO MAKE A DOWN PAY- average existing nonconforming condition; an active interest in their beats event and may be done in person at TOWN OF WESTFIELD Zimmerman was all over the field in Section 11.05E5: front yard setback – 42.31 in order to develop news BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MENT, TO AUTHORIZE THE the Garwood Public Library, by call- the second half making tackles. Mike ISSUANCE OF BONDS TO feet required, 24.1 feet existing, 20.32 feet stories. Please email ing (908) 789-1670 or at the library’s The Board of Adjustment of the Town FINANCE SUCH APPROPRIA- proposed; Section 11.05E7: rear yard set- Hogan finished the scoring for Union back – 40 feet required, 13.5 feet existing, resume and clips to: interactive calendar found on its of Westfield, New Jersey will meet on to seal the Championship. TION AND TO PROVIDE FOR website, youseemore.com/garwood. June 8, 2015 in the Council Chambers at THE ISSUANCE OF BOND AN- 15 feet proposed) and for such other vari- [email protected] the Municipal Building, 425 East Broad The venue in Charlotte was great TICIPATION NOTES IN AN- ances, relief and/or waivers that may be The Garwood Public Library is lo- Street, Westfield, New Jersey at 7:30 p.m. with 24 teams from all over the coun- TICIPATION OF THE ISSU- required upon an analysis of the plans and cated at the corner of Walnut Street to hear and consider the following appeal ANCE OF SUCH BONDS. testimony at the PUBLIC HEARING on the try participating in the tournament. Application submitted by the Applicant/ PUBLIC NOTICE and Third Avenue, behind the Lin- for bulk (c) and/or (d) variance relief from Head Coach Joe Dabulas gave all of requirements of the Westfield Land Use Purpose(s): Acquisition of new com- Owner, Jeffrey Gabriel, for the property TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS coln School Complex. Ordinance. the coaching credit to assistant munications and signal systems equip- located at 118 Oak Tree Pass, Block 306, PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN coaches Bill McLaney, Jack ment consisting of 9-1-1 communications Lot 3 on the Tax Map of the Town of Michele & Nils Gesser, 205 East that the following Ordinances were finally and dispatching equipment, including con- Westfield. The property is located in the PUBLIC NOTICE Dudley Avenue. Applicant is seeking ap- Zimmerman and Ivano Mirandi. adopted by the Township Council of the sole, dictaphone and related furnishings RS-16 Zone and the Applicant is propos- proval to install a fence contrary to Section Grace Dabulas, younger sister of play- Township of Scotch Plains, County of TOWN OF WESTFIELD and equipment, for the use of the Police ing to demolish the existing home and 12.07C5 of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordi- Union, New Jersey, on the 19th day of May POLICE DEPARTMENT ers Mike and Jack, gets credit for Department in, by and for the Borough. construct a new single-family home on the nance allows a maximum fence height in a 2015. most enthusiastic and loudest fan. property. BICYCLE AUCTION street side yard of 4 feet. Proposed is 6 Appropriation: $59,000 Bonds/Notes Authorized: $56,100 When the case is called you may appear ORDINANCE NO. 2015-6 Take notice that in accordance with feet. General Manager and overall team either in person or by agent or attorney and Mom Diane Dabulas gets credit for Grants (if any) Appropriated: $-0- ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING N.J.S.A. 40A: 14-157, the Chief of Westfield Daniel Epstein, 52 Michael Drive. Section 20 Costs: $1,000 present any objections which you may SALARIES AND WAGES FOR Police Department is authorized and di- Applicant is seeking approval to construct being most nervous fan. Useful Life: 10 years have to the granting of this Application. A DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF AND rected to dispose of public auction to be a third floor addition contrary to Section The State Championships are next copy of the Application and plans are on TECHNICAL ASSISTANT. held on June 13, 2015 at the Westfield 11.06E8 of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordi- on the target for the Mudturtles. For This Notice is published pursuant to file and available for PUBLIC INSPEC- Memorial Pool parking lot complex, North nance allows a maximum of 2.5 stories. N.J.S.A. 40A:2-17. TION in the office of the Town Engineer, ORDINANCE NO. 2015-7 more information about the Union Scotch Plains Avenue, Westfield, New Proposed is 3 stories. Christina M Ariemma, RMC 959 North Avenue West, Westfield, New ORDINANCE AMENDING THE Jersey of said Bicycle Owners of their County Mudturtles Rugby Club, cur- Municipal Clerk Jersey, during that office’s normal busi- Joshua A. Kuntz & Stephanie M. Nash, ZONING ORDINANCES OF whereabouts are unknown and cannot be rent schedules and to register for the Borough of Garwood ness hours. 237 Munsee Way. Applicant is seeking THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH ascertained, or said owners have refused County of Union HEHL & HEHL, P.C. approval to construct new single family summer flag rugby program, please PLAINS BY REZONING PRE- to receive said property. Any individual State of New Jersey Attorneys for the Applicant home contrary to Section 11.04E5 of the visit www.mudturtlerfc.com. MISES COMMONLY KNOWN who feels that their bicycle may be in the 1 T - 5/28/15, The Leader Fee: $55.59 1 T - 5/28/15, The Leader Fee: $41.82 Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance requires AS 1311 TERRILL ROAD, possession of the Westfield Police Depart- a front yard setback of 76.90 feet. Propose PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE SCOTCH PLAINS, NEW JER- ment must bring proof of ownership by is 50 feet. SEY. Monday, June 8, 2015 by 1:30 p.m. to the SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY is of record in the Union County Clerk’s $283,405.46, as of March 20, 2015, Westfield Police Department, 425 East Jeffrey Gabriel, 118 Oak Tree Pass. UNION COUNTY Office on January 24, 1994, in book 5168 In the event of redemption, the amount ORDINANCE NO. 2015-9 Broad Street, Westfield. Applicant is seeking approval to construct CHANCERY DIVISION of mortgages, page 0099, as instrument due to the City of Elizabeth is $242,296.89 ORDINANCE TO REPEAL Bicycles will be available for inspection a new single family home contrary to Sec- DOCKET NO. F-042010-14 #1243, which covers Block 4, Lot 1438.C, and the amount due to plaintiff, Dengel from 10:00 to 10:30 am and the auction will ORDINANCE NO. 2015-02, tions 11.05E5 and 11.05E7 of the Land FILE NO. 63312-1 in the City of Elizabeth. By Jones’ Act Enterprises LLC d/b/a Construction & take place promptly at 10:30 a.m. at the ENTITLED “AN ORDINANCE Use Ordinance. Ordinance requires a front FILED: MAY 18, 2015 assignment dated July 23, 2014, said tax Marine Equipment is $41,108.57, making ABOLISHING THE RECRE- Pool complex. yard setback of 42.31 feet. Proposed is sale certificate was assigned to plaintiff, the total due of $283,405.46, as set forth ATION COMMISSION OF THE Successful bidders must pay cash at the 20.32 feet. Ordinance requires a minimum CIVIL ACTION which assignment was recorded in the above, TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH time of sale. All sales are final. All items rear yard setback of 40 feet. Proposed is ORDER SETTING TIME, PLACE AND Union County Clerk’s Office on August 4, which includes the amount due on said PLAINS AND ESTABLISHING sold in “as is” condition. 15 feet. AMOUNT OF REDEMPTION 2014, in book 1418 of assignments, page tax sale certificates, subsequent taxes and A DEPARTMENT OF RECRE- The Town of Westfield reserves the right 360, as instrument #157513. Said certifi- interest as of March 20, 2015, together Kapildeo Bahadur, 421 Kimball Av- DENGEL ENTERPRISES LLC ATION FOR THE TOWNSHIP to accept or reject any and all bids in its cate, and its assignment, have been with costs duly taxed in the sum of enue. Applicant is seeking approval to D/B/A CONSTRUCTION & OF SCOTCH PLAINS.” best interest. marked Exhibit P-3 and P-4 on the part of $2,495.22. An exact redemption amount construct a second story addition and stoop MARINE EQUIPMENT; Sale is conducted by Sgt. Jason the plaintiff. More than two years have must be obtained from the municipal tax BOZENA LACINA, RMC on the rear of the house contrary to the PLAINTIFF(S) VS. CHEMICAL McErlean of the Westfield Police Depart- elapsed since the sale of said lands by the collector; and Municipal Clerk following sections of the Land Use Ordi- CONTROL CORPORATION, A ment. City of Elizabeth, and the lands have not IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the 2nd 1 T - 5/28/15, The Times Fee: $33.15 nance. NEW JERSEY CORPORA- 1 T - 5/28/15, The Leader Fee: $29.58 been redeemed from the tax sale; that day of July, 2015, between the hours of 11.08E6 – Ordinance requires a mini- TION; STATE OF NEW JER- plaintiff has produced before this court its nine o’clock in the forenoon and four o’clock mum side yard setback of 10 feet. Pro- SEY; GARY S. BOSONAC, PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Certification showing that there is due on in the afternoon, at the office of the Tax posed is 3.76 feet. EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE said tax sale certificate, together with sub- Collector of the City of Elizabeth, 50 Winfield TOWN OF WESTFIELD 11.08E7 – Ordinance requires a mini- OF JEAN BOSONAC, DE- sequent taxes and interest, the sum of Scott Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey, be mum rear yard setback of 35 feet. Pro- CEASED; NORTH EAST POL- BOND ORDINANCE STATEMENT AND SUMMARY $797,394.10 as of March 20, 2015; and and the same is hereby fixed as the time posed is 20 feet. LUTION CONTROL CORPO- In the event of redemption, the amount and place for the redemption of the said SPECIAL ORDINANCE NO. 2203 12.04F1 – Ordinance allows a maximum RATION; THE FIRST JERSEY due to the City of Elizabeth is $659,498,51 lands as described in the complaint and building coverage of 20%. Proposed is NATIONAL BANK NOW BANK The bond ordinance, the summary terms of which are included herein, has been finally and the amount due to plaintiff, Dengel making up the premises concerning which 32.1%. OF AMERICA, NATIONAL adopted by the Town Council of the Town of Westfield, in the County of Union, State of Enterprises LLC d/b/a Construction & the complaint is filed, and that thereupon 12.04F2 - Ordinance allows a maximum ASSOCIATION; New Jersey, on May 26, 2015, and the 20-day period of limitation within which a suit, Marine Equipment is $137,895.49, mak- the defendant who redeems shall be en- building coverage with a deck of 22%. DEFENDANT(S) action or proceeding questioning the validity of such ordinance can be commenced, as ing the total due of $797,394.10; and titled to the certificate of tax sale duly Proposed is 33%. provided in the Local Bond Law, has begun to run from the date of the first publication of THIS MATTER being opened to the court THIRD COUNT - 2013: endorsed for cancellation; and 12.04E1 – Ordinance allows a maxi- this statement. Copies of the full ordinance are available, at no cost and during regular by Goldenberg, Mackler, Sayegh, Mintz, #2013, certified to be a true copy, which IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that in de- mum floor area ratio of 37%. Proposed is business hours, at the Clerk’s office for members of the general public who request the Pfeffer, Bonchi & Gill, A Professional Cor- certificate is dated October 16, 1979, and fault of the said defendants paying to the 47.81%. same. The summary of the terms of such bond ordinance follows: poration, Attorneys for Plaintiff, and it ap- is of record in the Union County Clerk’s Tax Collector of the City of Elizabeth, and 12.04G – Ordinance allows a maximum pearing that default has been entered Office on May 27, 1994, in book 13766 of the plaintiff, the said sum, interest and TITLE: BOND ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE THE MAKING OF VARIOUS improvement coverage of 50%. Proposed against the defendants, CHEMICAL CON- mortgages, page 0972, as instrument costs aforesaid, the said defendants stand PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS IN, BY AND FOR THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD, is 62.28%. TROL CORPORATION, A New Jersey #588135, which covers Block 4, Lot 1438.D, absolutely debarred and foreclosed of and IN THE COUNTY OF UNION, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, TO APPROPRI- 11.08E13 – Ordinance allows a maxi- Corporation; STATE OF NEW JERSEY; in the City of Elizabeth. By Jones’ Act from all right and equity of redemption on, ATE THE SUM OF $3,440,000 TO PAY THE COST THEREOF, TO APPRO- mum building mass at a zoning side yard GARY S. BOSONAC, Executor of the Es- assignment dated July 23, 2014, said tax in and to said lands and premises and PRIATE A STATE GRANT, TO MAKE A DOWN PAYMENT, TO AUTHO- of 25 feet. Proposed is 43 feet 6 inches. tate of Jean Bosonac, Deceased; NORTH sale certificate was assigned to plaintiff, every part thereof, and the plaintiff shall RIZE THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS TO FINANCE SUCH APPROPRIATION 13.02C2 – Ordinance allows a minimum EAST POLLUTION CONTROL CORPO- which assignment was recorded in the have an absolute and indefeasible interest AND TO PROVIDE FOR THE ISSUANCE OF BOND ANTICIPATION rear yard setback with a deck of 25 feet. RATION; that the defendant, THE FIRST Union County Clerk’s Office on August 4, of inheritance in fee simple, to said lands NOTES IN ANTICIPATION OF THE ISSUANCE OF SUCH BONDS. Proposed is 16.5 feet. JERSEY NATIONAL BANK now BANK OF 2014, in book 1418 of assignments, page and premises. Anything to the contrary 12.04F3 – Ordinance allows a maximum The purposes, appropriations, bonds/notes authorized and grant appropriated AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION 356, as instrument #157511. Said certifi- notwithstanding, redemption shall be per- building coverage with a porch of 24%. in this multipurpose bond ordinance are as follows: filed a Answer, which the court deemed to cate, and its assignment, have been mitted up until the entry of final judgment Proposed is 38.6%. be a Contesting Answer, by Consent Or- marked Exhibit P-5 and P-6 on the part of including the whole of the last date upon SCHEDULE OF IMPROVEMENTS, PURPOSES AND AMOUNTS Valerio & Diana Bruscianelli, 110 der dated April 23, 2015, said Contesting the plaintiff. More than two years have which judgment is entered; and A. Undertaking of the following road improvements: (i) resurfacing of Lawrence Avenue Cottage Place. Applicant is seeking ap- Answer we deemed to be a Non-Contest- elapsed since the sale of said lands by the IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that if the (from Roanoke Road to Mountain Avenue) (including curb installation or replacement and proval to construct a second story addition ing Answer; that plaintiff has produced City of Elizabeth, and the lands have not addresses of the defendants are not known, drainage improvements, where necessary) and (ii) resurfacing or reconstruction of contrary to Sections 11.09E7, 11.09E6, before this court tax sale certificate: been redeemed from the tax sale; that a copy of this Order or Notice thereof various roads or sections thereof (including curb installation or replacement and drainage 11.09E13 and 11.09E14 of the Land Use FIRST COUNT – TSC #2011: plaintiff has produced before this court its directed to such defendants shall be pub- improvements, where necessary), as set forth on a list prepared by the Town Engineer Ordinance. Ordinance requires a minimum #2011, certified to be a true copy, which Certification showing that there is due on lished in The Westfield Leader, a newspa- on file or to be placed on file with the Town Clerk, and hereby approved as if set forth herein rear yard setback of 35 feet. Proposed is certificate is dated October 16, 1979, and said tax sale certificate, together with sub- per circulating in Union County, at least in full. Depending upon the contract price and other exigent circumstances, and upon 32 feet. Ordinance requires a minimum is of record in the Union County Clerk’s sequent taxes and interest, the sum of one time, not less than ten days prior to the approval by the Town Council, there may be additions to or deletions from the list referred side yard setback of 10 feet. Proposed is Office on January 24, 1994, in book 5168 $283,405.46 as of March 20, 2015; and date fixed for redemption by this Order; to in clause (ii) of the preceding sentence. It is hereby determined and stated that the roads 9.6 feet. Ordinance allows a maximum of mortgages, page 0097, as instrument In the event of redemption, the amount and being improved are of “Class B” or equivalent construction as defined in Section 22 of the continuous wall length in a zoning side #1242, which covers Block 4, Lot 1438, in due to the City of Elizabeth is $242,296.89 IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy Local Bond Law (Chapter 2 of Title 40A of the New Jersey Statutes Annotated, as yard of 25 feet. Proposed is 32 feet. Ordi- the City of Elizabeth. By Jones’ Act assign- and the amount due to plaintiff, Dengel of this Order or a Notice thereof be served amended; the “Local Bond Law”). nance requires a one car garage. Pro- ment dated July 23, 2014, said tax sale Enterprises LLC d/b/a Construction & upon the defendants, whose addresses posed is no garage. certificate was assigned to plaintiff, which Marine Equipment is $41,108.57, making are known, by mailing to each of them such Appropriation and Estimated Cost $3,365,000 assignment was recorded in the Union the total due of $283,405.46; and a copy or notice not later than ten days State Grant Appropriated $ 190,000 Leslie North, 550 Sherwood Park- County Clerk’s Office on August 4, 2014, in IT IS on this 18th day of May, 2015, prior to the date fixed for redemption of the Down Payment Appropriated $ 151,200 way. Applicant is seeking approval to con- book 1418 of assignments, page 358, as ORDERED AND ADJUDGED that the lands and premises by this Order; and Bonds and Notes Authorized $3,023,800 struct a two story addition and a front porch instrument #157512. Said certificate, and amount required to redeem the premises IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy Period of Usefulness 10 years contrary to Section 11.09E6, 12.03D and its assignment, have been marked Exhibit referred to in the aforementioned tax sale of this Order be delivered to the Tax Col- 12.04F of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordi- B. Undertaking of crosswalk and stop bar striping on a Town-wide basis. P-1 and P-2 on the part of the plaintiff. certificate is the sum of: lector of the City of Elizabeth, and that said nance requires a minimum side yard set- More than two years have elapsed since FIRST COUNT – TSC #2011: Tax Collector of the City of Elizbaeth certify Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 75,000 back of 10 feet. Proposed is 7.8 feet. the sale of said lands by the City of Eliza- $630,368.91, as of March 20, 2015, to this Court whether the premises were or Down Payment Appropriated $ 3,800 Ordinance requires a front yard setback of beth, and the lands have not been re- In the event of redemption, the amount were not redeemed from the plaintiff’s tax Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 71,200 32 feet. Proposed are setbacks of 28 feet deemed from the tax sale; that plaintiff has due to the City of Elizabeth is $550,415.96 sale certificate in accordance with the terms Period of Usefulness 5 years and 30 feet. Ordinance allows a maximum produced before this court its Certification and the amount due to plaintiff, Dengel of this Order. ——————————————————————————— building coverage of 20%. Proposed is showing that there is due on said tax sale Enterprises LLC d/b/a Construction & Ma- PAUL INNES, P.J. CH. Aggregate Appropriation and Estimated Cost $3,440,000 20.7%. certificate, together with subsequent taxes rine Equipment is $79,952.95, making the Respectfully recommended State Grant Appropriated $ 190,000 Variances, waivers or exceptions from and interest, the sum of $630,368.91 as of total due of $630,368.91, as set forth above, R.1:34-6 Office of Foreclosure Aggregate Down Payment Appropriated $ 155,000 certain site plan details or relief from re- March 20, 2015; and SECOND COUNT – TSC #2012: KEITH A. BONCHI, ESQUIRE – KAB Aggregate Amount of Bonds and Notes Authorized $3,095,000 quirements may be sought as appropriate. In the event of redemption, the amount $797,394.10, as of March 20, 2015, 032321983 Section 20 Costs: $14,540 Plans and application are on file in the due to the City of Elizabeth is $550,415.96 In the event of redemption, the amount GOLDENBERG, MACKLER, SAYEGH, Useful Life: 9.88 years office of the Town Engineer, 959 North and the amount due to plaintiff, Dengel due to the City of Elizabeth is $659,498.51 MINTZ, PFEFFER, BONCHI & GILL Claire J. Gray Avenue West, Westfield, New Jersey and Enterprises LLC d/b/a Construction & and the amount due to plaintiff, Dengel A Professional Corporation Town Clerk may be seen Monday through Friday from Marine Equipment is $79,952.95, making Enterprises LLC d/b/a Construction & 660 New Road, Suite 1-A Town of Westfield 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. the total due of $630,368.91; and Marine Equipment is $137,895.49, mak- Northfield, New Jersey 08225 County of Union Kathleen Nemeth SECOND COUNT – TSC 2012: ing the total due of $797,394.10, as set (609) 646-0222 State of New Jersey Board Secretary #2012, certified to be a true copy, which forth above, Attorneys for Plaintiff 1 T - 5/28/15, The Leader Fee: $103.02 1 T - 5/28/15, The Leader Fee: $93.33 certificate is dated October 16, 1979, and THIRD COUNT – TSC #2013: 1 T - 5/28/15, The Leader Fee: $198.90 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, May 28, 2015 Page 17 RODGERS, HAAS, SILVERSTEIN EMERGE VICTORIOUS Raiders Bounce Back, Down Seton Hall Prep in Tennis, 3-2

By ALEX LOWE endless variety of perfectly placed attend Hamilton in Clinton, N.Y. “I Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times shots. tried to be aggressive out there and Despite a heartbreaking ouster from “Rodgers has a lot of different made a few mistakes but overall I the state playoffs against Mendham a shots,” said Yildirimlar. “He’s got played well. I’m so proud of these week earlier, the Scotch Plains- great topspin, can hit it flat, and slice guys for the way we’ve bounced back Fanwood High School boys’ tennis it and he changes speed well. He is since the Mendham loss.” team continued its push to finish out definitely one of the toughest guys Seton Hall Prep duo of Stephen the season strong with a 3-2 victory I’ve faced this year. I’d put him right Connelly and Pete Lenchur took over Seton Hall Prep on May 20 at up there with Anthony Caputo of the first doubles match, defeating LaGrande Park in Fanwood. Senior Livingston. He taught me a lot out Raiders Brandon Glickstein and standout Jeffrey Rodgers, once again, there today.” Ewan Jones 6-4, 6-3. Seton Hall led the way with another dominant Rodgers, a senior bound for Prep followed that with a win at performance. Rodgers handled Pi- Fairfield upon graduation, reflected second doubles where Marc Blanco rate sophomore Sam Yildirimlar in on his fondest memories in four years and Andreas Gigon defeated Mat- straight sets, 6-1, 6-2 to record his of varsity tennis. thew Bozcon and Adam Mayerson 104th career singles victory. “You know, against Mendham we 6-2, 6-2. “I felt like I controlled every point were all disappointed at the result but As is frequently the case, this left today, which is something you al- I can say that we left it all out there on the fate of the overall match in the ways set out to do,” said Rodgers. “I the court,” said Rodgers. “That is the hands of Raider third singles player, used my serve to my advantage today kind of thing I’ll remember. I’ve had Cobi Silverstein. Referred to as a David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times and I was able to move him around great teammates since I’ve been here. human backboard for his ability to SHUTTING DOWN THE WARRIORS...Chris Gibbons allowed just two infield singles and struck out seven as the second- the court pretty well. I think you are They have always had my back. Coach return every ball hit to him, Silverstein seeded Raiders shutout the Watchung Hills Warriors, 4-0, in the North Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 quarterfinals. always battling for control of a match. [Gary] Wasserman too. He has al- was once again involved in the long- I’d rather lose a match on my terms ways, always, looked out for me. I’ll est match of the day. This time he was than be forced to play the way my miss those things the most.” locked up with Darius Titus and the opponent dictates.” Second singles player Matthew Pirate junior was coming on strong in Raiders Shut Down WH Warriors in Baseball, 4-0 Yildirimlar could do little to derail Haas came through with a straight set the second set after Silverstein had CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Rodgers as he was constantly on the 6-1, 6-0 victory over Alex Olimpio. taken the first, 6-1. bons, whose record rose to 6-2. “My Maxwell’s grounder to short sparked Bongiorno, but no Warrior ever got move from side to side trying to keep “I had good energy out there to- In the absence of a big serve, up with the regal Raider’s seemingly curveball, I have to have that on. a three-run second inning for the past second base. day,” said Haas, a senior, who will Silverstein relies almost entirely on Otherwise they will pick out the Raiders. Gibbons yanked a single to In the Raider sixth, Yarem whacked his athletic ability to chase down balls fastball and crush them.” right field and Beirne advanced both a two-out double to center and scored and return them eventually wearing “They didn’t hit him hard today. runners with a sacrifice bunt. Chris- on Alex Eckert’s RBI single down the down and frustrating the opponent. He didn’t just have good stuff today tian Isolda (2-for-3, run scored) and third baseline. This makes for some very long but he worked well with Coach Peter Yarem (2-for-3, double, run Next, the 21-6 Raiders would host matches when Silverstein is involved Luccarelli and JT [Beirne] back there. scored) hit back-to-back RBI singles sixth-seeded Ridge, 1-0, winners over and this one would be no exception. Not every pitch was the out pitch but and Zach Lipshitz, who would later third-seeded North Hunterdon in the Despite Titus having the harder serve he would pitch a lot of stuff where he double in the fourth, lined an RBI semifinal round on May 26. and a strong assortment of shots, got them either changing their eye single to left. “This senior class has tremendous Silverstein managed to remain in vol- level on one pitch or moving in and “When you have innings like that it leadership. They had a rough year leys and won his fair share of points out then pitching the one that would makes a big difference, because when last year. We were 11-12. We have when his opponent would hit a bad get them. Chris was dialing in well you have an inning like that, it puts a won two county titles with junior shot after long exchanges. with JT,” Coaqch Higgins said. team on its heels. It gets us going. dominated teams and last year we “I’ve always said that my game is With Gibbons’ curveball literally When we get that one inning, we can’t had trouble. There’s not doubt that is just to keep getting the ball back over dropping off the table and into the dirt be stopped. I think we were all focused something that’s kept them hungry. the net,” said Silverstein. “If I can as several of the Warriors struck out today and those timely hits make a Since the beginning of the year, they keep the ball in bounds and hit it just and began sprinting to first base, huge difference,” Gibbons said. have been playing hungry because one more time than the other guy then Beirne was able to scoop the ball and The only time the 14-13 Warriors they know what they can do,” Coach I win.” calmly throw to first to insure the out. had more than one runner on base Higgins said. That theory was on full display as “He’s like a wall back there. He was the top of the fourth when Gib- Watchung Hills 000 000 0 0 Silverstein had no less than eight does so much behind the scenes. He bons walked Kevin Gagnetti and Dan Sc Pl-Fanwood 030 001 x 4 match point opportunities before fi- helps me out so much. He took two nally breaking through for the win 6- balls straight to the wrist, worked it PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 1, 7-6 (8-6). His victory earned the out and stayed tough like a bulldog,” NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Raiders the victory as they headed Gibbons said. “You can easily just DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES into their season finale against work yourself up and say you need to 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 600 Plainfield. TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 Dave Hagan, owner of KCH Contracting make a throw, but he throws to first Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received via the Internet until 10:00:59 “In tennis most kids start playing like you are having a catch with the A.M. on 6/4/15, downloaded, and publicly opened and read, from Bidders classified under very young,” said Silverstein. “I didn’t kid. He gets the job done.” N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et seq.; in the CONFERENCE ROOM-1A, 1st Floor F & A Building, really play until my sophomore year. “JT is a tremendous blocking New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, New Jersey KCH Contracting Receives I had a few lessons but I didn’t come 08625; for: catcher. It just gives pitchers a lot of Route 78, from Drift Road / Dale Road to Route 124 (Springfield Avenue), to the team with a well-developed confidence knowing he’s back there Pavement Preservation, Contract No. 042153080, Berkeley Heights Township, Remodeling ‘Big50’ Award skill set. So I just do my best to hang and what he can do,” Coach Higgins City of Summit, Springfield Township, Union Township, Mountainside Borough, in there and get the team a point said. Watchung Borough, Millburn Township, Union, Somerset, and Essex Counties; whenever I can.” Federal Project No: NHP-078-5(117) UPC NO: 153080, DP No: 15106 Dave Hagan, owner of KCH Con- of various sizes that have taken the A throwing error after Kevin Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act tracting, has been selected by Re- lead in raising industry standards. PUBLIC NOTICE of 1964. Specifically, “the contractor, sub recipient or subcontractor shall not discriminate modeling magazine to join the Re- The Big50 selection process has PUBLIC NOTICE on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex in the performance of this contract. The TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD contractor shall carry out applicable requirements of 49 C.F.R. part 26 in the award and modeling Big50. The Big50 awards become increasingly rigorous in re- CRANFORD, NEW JERSEY TOWN OF WESTFIELD administration of DOT-assisted contracts. Failure by the contractor to carry out these BOARD OF HEALTH were presented at a gala dinner at the cent years, and the result is one of the ORDINANCE NO. 2015-17 requirements is a material breach of this contract, which may result in the termination of Remodeling Leadership Conference strongest classes to date. “Uniting BE ADVISED that the Board of Health of this contract or such other remedy as the recipient deems appropriate. in Washington, D.C. on May 7, 2015. the 2015 inductees are high stan- AN ORDINANCE AMENDING the Town of Westfield has rescheduled the Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, contractor must submit the Department of Treasury, ARTICLE V, SECTION 219-73 June meeting to the following date & time: Division of Revenue Business Registration of the contractor and any named subcontrac- The award recognizes excellence dards and a determination to excel – OF CHAPTER 219 “REVISED tors prior to contract award or authorization. and leadership among 50 remodelers taking the opportunity to build effi- ORDINANCES OF THE Date: Monday, June 1, 2015 Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.51, contractors must be registered with the New Jersey in the country who exemplify the ciencies into their systems and pro- TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD, Place: Cranford Recreation Department of Labor, Division of Wage and hour Compliance at the time of bid. best of the industry and have some- cesses – ensuring that they are poised NEW JERSEY (1988),” BY & Parks Department The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 AMENDING SCHEDULE XXIII 220 Walnut Avenue, U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the thing to offer other remodelers in to meet their sales, production, and AND REMOVING CERTAIN Cranford, New Jersey 07016 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to proven practices. “We are very hon- customer-service goals and continue PORTIONS OF ROADWAYS Time: 6:30 p.m. submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on ored to receive this distinction and to thrive,” according to Remodeling. AS INDICATED IN SECTION 1 for the purpose of: Conducting whatever the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the project award. BELOW AND DESIGNATING business properly comes before the Board. Plans, specifications, and bidding information for the proposed work are available at Bid feel privileged to be named to this KCH Contracting is located in SAME AS “PARKING METER select group of remodelers,” said Mr. Westfield, N.J. and offers Home Formal action may be taken. Express website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To subscribe ZONES.” This notice is given for the purpose of follow the instructions on the website. Fees apply to downloading documents and plans Hagan. “We have been successful Renovation, Additions, Design/Build STATEMENT compliance with the notice provisions of and bidding access. The fee schedule is available on the web site. All fees are directly thanks to our dedicated employees, services and Custom Cabinetry. For NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the the Open Public Meetings Act, NJSA 10:4- payable to Bid Express. and excellent subcontractors and sup- more information, visit foregoing ordinance was finally passed at 6 et seq., and will be posted, mailed and Plans, specifications, and bidding information may be inspected (BUT NOT OB- pliers. We are also fortunate to have www.kchcontracting.com or call a meeting of the Township Committee of filed in accordance with the said provi- TAINED) by contracting organizations at our Design Field Offices at the following the Township of Cranford, New Jersey on sions of the said Act at least 48 hours prior locations: great customers who are our best Dave at (908) 418-1481. May 19, 2015. to said meeting. 200 Stierli Court One Executive Campus Rt 70 West salespeople.” Tara Rowley Megan Avallone Mt. Arlington, NJ 07856 Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 Paid Bulletin Board 973-601-6690 856-486-6623 The 2015 Big50 winners are fea- goleader.com/express Municipal Clerk Director/Health Officer tured in the May issue of Remodeling, 1 T - 5/28/15, The Leader Fee: $22.95 1 T - 5/28/15, The Leader Fee: $22.44 3 T - 5/14/15, 5/21/15 and 5/28/15, The Leader Fee: $217.26 the leading publication in the home improvement industry, and also on their website, remodelingmag.com. Each year since 1986, the Remodel- Goods & Services You Need ing Big50 inducts owners of remodel- ing companies that have set excep- OLIVER A tionally high standards for profession- JK’s Painting & 30 Years alism and integrity through exemplary Wall Covering business practices, craftsmanship, and PAVING Experience impact in their community or the in- Interior Painting dustry at large. Big50 remodelers run Wallpaper Removal successful, often growing, companies Handyman Wallpaper Installation Probitas Verus Honos Plaster & Sheet Rock Repair Call Joe Klingebiel Mr. Reliable PUBLIC NOTICE 908-322-1956 (908) 462.4755 FULLY INSURED FREE ESTIMATES TOWN OF WESTFIELD Howarth Paving 908-753-7281 ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that on Mon- day, June 8, 2015 at 7:30 PM in the Town of Westfield Municipal Building, Council Chambers, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey, a PUBLIC HEAR- ING will be held by the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Town of Westfield for variance approvals (Section 11.04E4: lot depth – 160 feet required, 150 feet existing nonconforming condition; Section 11.04E5: Lawn Sprinklers front yard setback – 76.90 feet required, 71.22 feet existing, 50 feet proposed) and (908) 276-1062 for such other variances, relief and/or waiv- ers that may be required upon an analysis www.Hydro-TekLtd.com of the plans and testimony at the PUBLIC HEARING on the Application submitted by the Applicant/Owner, Joshua A. Kuntz and Stephanie M. Nash, for the property lo- RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIAL PAINTING cated at 237 Munsee Way, Block 601, Lot 12 on the Tax Map of the Town of Westfield. The property is located in the RS-24 Zone Recessed Lighting MARINO’S PAINTING and the Applicant is proposing to demolish “The Neatest Painter Around” the existing home and construct a new Service Upgrades single-family home on the property. • Interior & Exterior Painting BLACK TOP When the case is called you may appear Phones & Cable Lines • Expert preparation & clean-up either in person or by agent or attorney and Additions and Renovations • Paper Hanging & Wall Paper Removal PAVING present any objections which you may • Sheetrock & Trimwork - Powerwashing have to the granting of this Application. A Member of BBB Builders & Contractors Welcome • Deck Repairs & Staining - Driveway Seal Coating DRIVEWAYS CONCRETE copy of the Application and plans are on BRICK PAVERS file and available for PUBLIC INSPEC- • We Clean Windows & Gutters • Hepa Vacuum Sanding PARKING LOTS TION in the office of the Town Engineer, 20 Years in Business NJ Lic # 10421 Lic. # 13VH01137900 959 North Avenue West, Westfield, New 908-889-4422 Jersey, during that office’s normal busi- 908.654.0287 • SERVICE CALLS 908-688-0481 FREE ESTIMATES ness hours. HEHL & HEHL, P.C. Attorneys for the Applicant 1 T - 5/28/15, The Leader Fee: $34.68 Single Size: 10 Weeks $275 • Double Size: 10 Weeks $425 • Call 908-232-4407 • email PDF Ad to [email protected] Page 18 Thursday, May 28, 2015 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Bill to Protect People From Counterfeit Air Bags OK’d TRENTON – Legislation spon- any device meant to replace an air bag sored by Assembly Democrats in any motor vehicle and knows or Westfield with total bail of $973, pursuant to Annette Quijano (D-20th, Elizabeth), reasonably should know the device is Monday, May 18, Capiece a motor vehicle stop in the area of Charles Mainor (D-31st, Jersey City) a counterfeit air bag, a non-functional Stephens-Shivers, 28, of Plainfield West South Avenue and Hort Street. and Nancy Pinkin (D-18th, Edison) air bag, or does not meet certain fed- turned himself in at police head- Brown was transported to police to keep counterfeit air bags out of eral safety requirements is guilty of a quarters on an outstanding Westfield headquarters, where she was pro- cars and motorists safe recently was fourth-degree crime. traffic warrant with bail of $114. cessed and released after posting released by an Assembly panel. In addition, a person who sells, in- He was processed and released af- full cash bail. “By tampering with air bags, these stalls, or reinstalls a device in any mo- ter posting bail. Friday, May 22, Jennifer Lugo, individuals are increasing the poten- tor vehicle that causes the motor Tuesday, May 19, David Bazile, 30, of Charlotte, N.C. was arrested tial for injury or worse in the event of vehicle’s diagnostic system to inaccu- 19, of Elizabeth was arrested on an on three outstanding traffic war- an accident,” Asw. Quijano said. “The rately indicate that the vehicle is outstanding Union Township traf- rants, all pursuant to a motor ve- roads are treacherous enough. Con- equipped with a functional air bag when fic warrant, with bail of $304, pur- hicle stop at Mountain Avenue and sumers should trust that the air bags in a counterfeit air bag, a non-functional suant to a motor vehicle stop in the Orchard Street. The warrants were their vehicles will function properly if air bag, or no air bag has been installed area of Clark Street and Webster from Hoboken, with bail of $500; they are ever involved in a crash.” is guilty of a fourth-degree crime. Place. Bazile was transported to Union City, with bail of $120, and “A properly working air bag can A fourth-degree crime is punish- police headquarters, processed and Ridgefield Borough, with bail of $63. Lugo was transported to po- save a life. To think there are individu- able by up to 18 months imprison- “Space 4 Fitness — Open Turf Functional Gym” released on his own recognizance als who would willingly put others at ment, a fine of up to $10,000, or both. pending a court date in Union Town- lice headquarters, processed and re- risk for profit is sickening,” Asm. The offenses created under this bill ship Municipal Court. leased after posting full bail on all Mainor said. “Making, selling or also constitute an unlawful practice Space 4 Fitness Announces Tuesday, May 19, Hatim three warrants. knowingly installing faulty air bags is under the consumer fraud act. Each Bayoumi, 28, of Elizabeth was ar- Friday, May 22, Kwame Thomp- reprehensible and dangerous. This bill manufacture, importation, installa- rested on an outstanding Westfield son-Haynes, 19, of Westfield was would make it a punishable crime.” tion, reinstallation, sale, or offer for Grand Opening-Fitness Fair criminal warrant, with bail of arrested pursuant to a motor ve- “Tinkering with equipment that is sale constitutes a separate and dis- $2,000, pursuant to a prisoner hicle stop at Everson Place and meant to protect drivers and passen- tinct violation under the bill. Space 4 Fitness invites you to our fied personal trainers and group in- pickup at the Middlesex County Westfield Avenue and charged with gers in the event of a crash puts motor- An unlawful practice under the Grand Opening and Fitness Fair in structors that are teaching Spin, Yoga, jail. Bayoumi was transported to possession of a controlled danger- ists at grave risk,” Asw. Pinkin said. consumer fraud act is punishable by our new Westfield location at 361 Zumba, Trampoline, Kettlebell, Box- police headquarters, processed and ous substance (CDS)/less than 50 “This will help deter individuals who a monetary penalty of not more than South Avenue. The event will take ing Boot Camp and a variety of addi- held pending a court appearance. grams of suspected marijuana. He illegally profit from making, selling $10,000 for a first offense, and not place on Saturday, June 6, and Sun- tional classes. Space 4 Fitness looks Tuesday, May 19, an incident of was transported to police headquar- or installing non-functioning air bags, more than $20,000 for any subse- day, June 7, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. forward to meeting you and helping fraud was reported on the 900 block ters, processed and released on a and keep residents safe on the road.” quent offense. In addition, a viola- There will be local vendors, enter- you attain your fitness goals. Please of West South Avenue. According to complaint-summons. The bill (A-3364) would prohibit tion can result in cease and desist tainment and prizes! check out our website for further the victim, the suspect used a bad Saturday, May 23, Elias the manufacture, sale or installation of orders issued by the attorney general We have proudly been serving the information at check to purchase merchandise val- Perdicologos, 32, of Union was ar- counterfeit or non-functional air bags and the awarding of treble damages community for over 10 years. The www.space4fitness.com. ued at $106.97 and rent a costume for rested as the result of a motor ve- in motor vehicles. Specifically, a per- and costs to the injured party. new location is offering an assort- $75. The costume is valued at $2,500 hicle stop at Central Avenue and Paid Bulletin Board and was never returned to the store. Clifton Street on a Union Township son who manufactures, imports, in- The bill was released by the As- ment of classes to meet every goleader.com/express stalls, reinstalls, sells or offers for sale sembly Consumer Affairs Commit- individual’s lifestyle. There are certi- Tuesday, May 19, Pasqual traffic warrant. Bail for the warrant tee on May 7. Pucciarelli, 49, of Westfield re- was $300. He was later released on his own recognizance as per the SHERIFF’S SALE sponded to police headquarters to satisfy an outstanding Bayonne traf- Union Township Municipal Court. SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-15002123 SHERIFF’S SALE Coast Guard Reveals Release SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY fic warrant, with bail of $555. He Saturday, May 23, a resident of CHANCERY DIVISION SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-15002032 was processed and released after the 700 block of Harding Street UNION COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY DOCKET NO. F-16896-09 CHANCERY DIVISION Of First Boating Safety App posting the full bail amount. reported being the victim of credit Plaintiff: HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL AS- UNION COUNTY SOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGE DOCKET NO. F-015307-13 Tuesday, May 19, Soncirae card fraud. According to police, the PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATE SERIES 2007- Plaintiff: WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Brown, 33, of Elizabeth was ar- unauthorized charges totaled $566 AB1 VS. WASHINGTON, D.C. — The gency assistance button which, with VS. Defendant: RICHARD MANNING; MRS. RI- Coast Guard announced the release location services enabled, will call rested on two outstanding traffic and there were no suspects at the Defendant: JOSPEH BENCIVENNE, CHARD MANNING, HIS WIFE ANTOINETTE BENCIVENNE, WACHOVIA Sale Date: 06/03/2015 its first boating safety App as the the closest Coast Guard command warrants from Union Township, time of the report. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Writ of Execution: 03/20/2015 Sale Date: 06/10/2015 By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution kickoff to this year’s National Safe center. Writ of Execution: 11/14/2014 to me directed I shall expose for sale by public Boating Week. The app is self-contained, so per- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- Bill to Help People Receive to me directed I shall expose for sale by public TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- The Boating Safety Mobile app sonal information is stored on the vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of was not designed to replace a boater’s phone and is not sent to the Coast TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on said day. All successful bidders must have 20% marine VHF radio, which the Coast Guard unless the user chooses to send WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of of their bid available in cash or certified check at Addiction Treatment OK’d said day. All successful bidders must have 20% the conclusion of the sales. Guard recommends all boaters have it. The Coast Guard does not track a of their bid available in cash or certified check at The judgment amount is: ***Four Hundred the conclusion of the sales. Fifty-Four thousand Six Hundred Twenty-Five aboard their vessels. The app was user’s location, and the app does not TRENTON – The General As- on illicit drugs, only a quarter re- The judgment amount is: ***Six Hundred and 46/100*** $454,625.46. mainly designed to provide additional track a user’s location unless the app Twenty-Six Thousand Nine Hundred Nineteen Property to be sold is located in the BOR- sembly has approved legislation ceived treatment. and 73/100*** $626,919.73. OUGH of FANWOOD, County of UNION, State boating safety resources for mobile is being used. sponsored by Assemblywoman Under the bill, treatment facili- Property to be sold is located in the TOWN of of New Jersey. WESTFIELD, County of UNION, State of New Premises commonly known as: 6 BEECH device users. The app will be avail- The app was developed over a two- Nancy F. Muñoz (R-21st, Summit) ties will be required to submit, at Jersey AVENUE, FANWOOD, NEW JERSEY able on the Apple and Google Play year period with BastayaPR, a non- Premises commonly known as: 1051 07023-1708. to assist people with drug and al- least once a day, information on COOLIDGE STREET, WESTFIELD, NEW JER- BEING KNOWN as LOT 16, BLOCK 90 on the online stores. profit organization in Puerto Rico. cohol addictions who are seeking the number of open beds that are SEY 07090 official Tax Map of the BOROUGH of FANWOOD. BEING KNOWN as LOT 16, BLOCK 3601 on Dimensions: 108.19 feet x 191.65 feet X 26.70 Features of the app include: state National Safe Boating Week, which help at residential treatment cen- available for treatment. The data- the official Tax Map of the TOWN of WESTFIELD feet X 32.55 feet X 121.95 feet. boating information; a safety equip- took place May 16 to 22, is an annual Dimensions: 60.OQ feet X 140.00 feet X 60.00 Nearest Cross Street: LAGRANDE AVENUE ters. base will include, by county, the feet X 140.00 feet Total Upset: ***Four Hundred Seventy-One ment checklist; free boating safety event that encourages all boaters to The bill, A-3955, would require address and telephone number of Nearest Cross Street: Fairview Avenue Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty-Five and 83/ Total Upset: ***Seven Hundred Eighty-Nine 100*** $471,835.83 together with lawful interest check requests; navigation rules; float practice safe boating. For more infor- the Department of Human Services the facility; the type of services Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty-Eight and 26/100*** and costs. plans; and calling features to report mation on National Safe Boating $789,958.26 together with lawful interest and Subject to any unpaid taxes, municipal liens or (DHS) to maintain a database that provided; the licensed bed capac- costs. other charges, and any such taxes, charges, pollution or suspicious activity. When Week as well as general boating safety can be accessed by the public on ity, and the number of open beds Subject to any unpaid taxes, municipal liens or liens, insurance premiums or other advances other charges, and any such taxes, charges, made by plaintiff prior to this sale. All interested location services are enabled, users information, visit the availability of open beds in that are available. liens, insurance premiums or other advances parties are to conduct and rely upon their own can receive the latest weather reports safeboatingcampaign.com/ and made by plaintiff prior to this sale. All interested independent investigation to ascertain whether residential treatment facilities that parties are to conduct and rely upon their own or not any outstanding interest remain of record from the closest National Oceanic safeboatingcouncil.org. receive state or county funding. independent investigation to ascertain whether and/or have priority over the lien being fore- Committee Approves or not any outstanding interest remain of record closed and, if so the current amount due thereon. and Atmospheric Administration For more information on the app, “With prescription drug abuse a and/or have priority over the lien being fore- If the sale is set aside for any reason, the weather buoys as well as report the visit uscg.mil/mobile or contact Lieu- closed and, if so the current amount due thereon. Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only a major problem in our state, thou- School Programs Bill If the sale is set aside for any reason, the return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall location of a hazard on the water. tenant Anastacia Visneski at (202) sands of adults and adolescents are TRENTON – Legislation, A-4119/ Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only a have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, The app also features an emer- return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. 372-4648. having a difficult time finding a S-300, establishing a 20-member have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- facility with an available bed. Many the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE commission to evaluate the effec- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- expenses, there remains any surplus money, the have to wait three weeks or longer, tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and money will be deposited into the Superior Court tiveness of before-school, after- expenses, there remains any surplus money, the Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, BOROUGH OF GARWOOD which is much too long for some- school and summer school programs, money will be deposited into the Superior Court or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to BOH ORDINANCE 01-2015 Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature one with a drug or alcohol prob- has won unanimous support from the or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to and extent of that person’s claim and asking for AN ORDINANCE BY THE BOARD OF HEALTH, OF THE BOROUGH OF lem,” Asw. Muñoz said. “The pro- Assembly Education Committee. Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature an order directing payment of the surplus money. GARWOOD, COUNTY OF UNION AMENDING BOH 01-2012 ENTITLED: and extent of that person’s claim and asking for The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale cess can be complicated, because Under the legislation, the commis- an order directing payment of the surplus money. will have information regarding the surplus, if “GENERAL PROVISIONS, BOARD OF HEALTH” (FOOD ESTABLISH- The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale any. MENT ALTERATION FEE) of a lack of a centralized informa- sion would issue an interim report of will have information regarding the surplus, if There is a full legal description on file in the tion source. A database will help any. Union County Sheriff’s Office. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF HEALTH OF THE BOROUGH OF GARWOOD, its recommendations, including any There is a full legal description on file in the The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this as follows: streamline the process, saving legislation, to the governor, the Senate Union County Sheriff’s Office. sale for any length of time without further adver- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this tisement. Section 1. That section CHAPTER 5, Sanitary Regulations, ARTICLE V, Food and people time and unnecessary frus- Education Committee and the Assem- sale for any length of time without further adver- Joseph Cryan Drink, section 5-13, Licensing; of the Code shall be supplemented as follows: tration.” tisement. Sheriff bly Education Committee, no later Joseph Cryan Attorney: Plan Review (per plan) A 2013 report by the federal Sub- than one year after its first meeting. Sheriff PHELAN HALLINAN & DIAMOND, PC Retail food establishments (food stores less than 10,000 square feet) $125.00 Attorney: 400 FELLOWSHIP ROAD stance Abuse and Mental Health PHELAN HALLINAN & DIAMOND, PC SUITE 100 Retail food establishments (food stores 10,000 or more square feet) $300.00 Services Administration estimated 400 FELLOWSHIP ROAD MOUNT LAUREL, NEW JERSEY 08054 Restaurants, 1 to 49 seats $100.00 SUITE 100 (856) 813-5500 Restaurants, 50 or more seats $150.00 that of 179,000 people in New Jer- www.goleader.com MOUNT LAUREL, NEW JERSEY 08054 4 T - 05/07, 05/14, 05/21 (856) 813-5500 & 05/28/15 Fee: $195.84 Limited Pre-existing Establishment Alteration $75.00 sey who abuse or were dependent 4 T - 05/14, 05/21, 05/28 & 06/04/15 Fee: $206.04 SHERIFF’S SALE Section 3. That GENERAL ORDINANCE #BOH 01-2012 be and are hereby repealed PUBLIC NOTICE upon the effectiveness of this ordinance. PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY SHERIFF’S SALE SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-15002148 Section 4. If any section, paragraph, subparagraph, clause or provision of this TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Ordinance shall be adjudged invalid, such adjudication shall apply only to the specific CHANCERY DIVISION SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-15002168 CHANCERY DIVISION SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY UNION COUNTY section, paragraph, clause or provision so adjudged and the remainder of the Ordinance PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN UNION COUNTY CHANCERY DIVISION DOCKET NO. F-037815-10 shall be deemed valid and effective immediately after publication in the manner provided that the following Ordinances were passed DOCKET NO. F-7154-11 UNION COUNTY Plaintiff: PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIA- by law. on first reading by the Township Council of FILE NO. 13189-11 DOCKET NO. F-028548-13 TION the Township of Scotch Plains, County of Plaintiff: NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE, LLC VS. Section 5. This Ordinance shall become effective immediately after publication in the NOTICE TO REDEEM VS. Defendant: JOHN J. LOUGHREY AND manner provided by law. Union, New Jersey on the 19th of May Defendant: ELLEN TONI BUSH CATHLEEN P. LOUGHREY, HUSBAND AND Notice is hereby given that Ordinance No. BOH01-2015, was introduced and passed 2015, and that said Ordinances will be ALMAR; PLAINTIFF VS. JEFF Sale Date: 06/10/2015 WIFE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Writ of Execution: 02/03/2015 Sale Date: 06/10/2015 on first reading at a meeting of the Board of Health of the Borough of Garwood, in the considered for final adoption at a meeting SATKIN; MRS. JEFF SATKIN, By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Writ of Execution: 09/04/2014 County of Union, State of New Jersey, held on the 20th DAY OF MAY 20, 2015, and that of the said Township Council to be held in WIFE OF JEFF SATKIN; IN- to me directed I shall expose for sale by public By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Ordinance No. BOH01-2015, will be taken up for further consideration for final passage the Council Chambers, 430 Park Avenue, TERIM CAPITAL LLC; KEN- vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- to me directed I shall expose for sale by public TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- at the meeting of said Board of Health to be held in the Conference Room, Municipal on the 16th day of June 2015 at 7:00 p.m., NETH MC ELWEE IN HIS CA- TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- Building, 403 South Avenue, Garwood, New Jersey, on the 17th DAY OF JUNE 2015, at which time and place a public hearing PACITY AS TRUSTEE OF THE WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on at 6:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as said matter can be heard, at which time and place will be held prior to final passage of said MACRICH ASSOCIATES, LLC said day. All successful bidders must have 20% WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of of their bid available in cash or certified check at said day. All successful bidders must have 20% all persons who may be interested therein will be given an opportunity to be heard Ordinance and all interested persons will PROFIT SHARING PLAN; the conclusion of the sales. of their bid available in cash or certified check at concerning the same. be given an opportunity to be heard con- SUMMIT BANK N/K/A BANK The judgment amount is: ***Three Hundred the conclusion of the sales. ATTEST: cerning the same. Copies of said Ordi- OF AMERICA, NA; NEW CEN- Sixty-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Three and The judgment amount is: ***Four Hundred 21/100*** $368,303.21. Twenty-Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Eigh- Kathleen J. Wierzbinski nance can be obtained from the Township TURY FINANCIAL SERVICES; The property to be sold is located in: The teen and 87/100*** $427,918.87. Garwood Board of Health Secretary Clerk’s Office at any time prior to final DEFENDANT(S) Borough of Fanwood, County of Union, State of The property to be sold is located in: The adoption at no cost to any member of the 1 T - 5/28/15, The Leader Fee: $67.32 TO: MRS. JEFF SATKIN, WIFE OF New Jersey. Township of Scotch Plains, County of Union, general public who requests same. Commonly known as: 20 Mary Lane, Fanwood, State of New Jersey. JEFF SATKIN; KENNETH MC ELWEE New Jersey 07023. Commonly known as: 1858 Quimby Lane, PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Tax Lot No.: 49 in Block: 26 Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076. ORDINANCE NO. 2015-10 IN HIS CAPACITY AS TRUSTEE OF NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION THE MACRICH ASSOCIATES, LLC Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 71 x 104 Tax Lot No.: 3 in Block: 13001 ORDINANCE APPROPRIAT- feet Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 100 x 133 DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PROFIT SHARING PLAN; ING THE SUM OF $120,355.00 Nearest Cross Street: Terrill Road. x 91 x 20 x 136 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 600 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an order Subject to any open taxes, water/sewer, mu- Nearest Cross Street: Quimby Lane and FROM THE NEW JERSEY DE- TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 made on May 19, 2015, the Superior Court nicipal or tax liens that may be due. Raritan Road. PARTMENT OF TRANSPOR- Subject to Tax and prior lien info: Subject to any open taxes, water/sewer, mu- Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received via the Internet until 10:00:59 Fixed July 2, 2015 between the hours of TATION IN CONNECTION Taxes/sewer/water may be delinquent- YOU nicipal or tax liens that may be due. A.M. on 6/4/15, downloaded, and publicly opened and read, from Bidders classified under nine o’clock in the forenoon and four o’clock must check with the tax collector for exact Subject to Tax and prior lien info: WITH THE PROJECT KNOWN N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et seq.; in the CONFERENCE ROOM-1A, 1st Floor F & A Building, in the afternoon, prevailing time, at the amounts due. At the time of publication taxes/sewer/water AS, “GLENSIDE AVENUE Subject to Prior Mortgages and Judgments (if information was not available-you must check New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, New Jersey office of the Tax Collector of PLAINFIELD, (SEC. 4) MILLING AND TOP any): with the tax collector for exact amounts due. 08625; for: located at 515 WATCHUNG AVENUE, The plaintiff has obtained a letter of indemnifi- Subject to Prior Mortgages and Judgments (if COURSE PAVING” cation under a treaty agreement which will insure any): Long-Life Pavement Markings Contract, North – 2015, Routes: US 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, PLAINFIELD, NEW JERSEY 07060 as the the successful bidder at sale in respect to: Judg- Subject to the extended right of redemption US 9, US 9W, 17, 21, 24, 28, 29, 31, 57, 81, 93, 94, 124, US 130, 159, 161, 169, ORDINANCE NO. 2015-11 time and place when and where you may ment #J-229236-1994 extended to the United States of America 171, 172, US 202, US 206, 439, Counties of Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Hunterdon, pay to the plaintiff the amount so found due Total Upset: ***Three Hundred Seventy-Nine Total Upset: ***Five Hundred Eighty-Seven ORDINANCE SUPPLEMENT- Morris, Passaic, Somerset, Sussex, Union, Warren and Middlesex (Including for principal and interest on its certificate of Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Nine and 93/ Thousand Five Hundred Fifteen and 86/100*** ING AND AMENDING THE 100*** $379,949.93 together with lawful interest $587,515.86 together with lawful interest and and North of Route I-287); Federal Project No: STP-C00S(721); DP No: 14472 tax sale as follows: REVISED GENERAL ORDI- and costs. costs. Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act LOT 16 BLOCK 724 on the tax duplicate Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- NANCES OF THE TOWNSHIP of 1964. Specifically, “the contractor, sub recipient or subcontractor shall not discriminate of PLAINFIELD. Total amount required to tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and OF SCOTCH PLAINS, CHAP- expenses, there remains any surplus money, the expenses, there remains any surplus money, the on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex in the performance of this contract. The redeem tax sale certificate no. 09-642 is TER VII, ENTITLED TRAFFIC, money will be deposited into the Superior Court money will be deposited into the Superior Court contractor shall carry out applicable requirements of 49 C.F.R. part 26 in the award and $21,639.89, together with interest from Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, SECTION 7-6.1 THROUGH administration of DOT-assisted contracts. Failure by the contractor to carry out these April 18, 2015 and costs of $1,230.55. or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to STREETS, SCHEDULE VII; Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature requirements is a material breach of this contract, which may result in the termination of And that unless, at the same time and SECTION 7-6.2 STOP INTER- and extent of that person’s claim and asking for and extent of that person’s claim and asking for this contract or such other remedy as the recipient deems appropriate. place, you or one of you redeem by paying an order directing payment of the surplus money. an order directing payment of the surplus money. SECTIONS , SCHEDULE VIII Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, contractor must submit the Department of Treasury, the aforesaid sum so found due to plaintiff, The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale AND SECTION 7-10.1 LEFT will have information regarding the surplus, if will have information regarding the surplus, if Division of Revenue Business Registration of the contractor and any named subcontrac- then you, and each of you shall be de- TURN PROHIBITION, SCHED- any. any. tors prior to contract award or authorization. barred and foreclosed of and from all right “The Fair Housing Act prohibits”any prefer- “The Fair Housing Act prohibits”any prefer- ULE XIII. ence, limitation, or discrimination because of ence, limitation, or discrimination because of Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.51, contractors must be registered with the New Jersey and equity of redemption of, in and to the race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial sta- race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial sta- Department of Labor, Division of Wage and hour Compliance at the time of bid. ORDINANCE NO. 2015-12 lands and premises above set out and tus, or national origin, or intention to make such tus, or national origin, or intention to make such The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 described in the complaint and every part preference, limitation or discrimination” in con- preference, limitation or discrimination” in con- ORDINANCE TO AMEND U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the thereof, and that the plaintiff be vested with nection with any aspect or a residential real nection with any aspect or a residential real CHAPTER II ENTITLED “AD- estate transaction, Zucker, Goldberg, and estate transaction, Zucker, Goldberg, and Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to an absolute and indefeasible estate of MINISTRATION”, SUBSEC- Ackerman, LLC encourages and supports the Ackerman, LLC encourages and supports the submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on inheritance in fee simple in said lands and equal housing practives of the Fair Housing Act equal housing practives of the Fair Housing Act TION 2-3.9 ENTITLED “PUR- the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the project award. premises. in the conduct of its business.” in the conduct of its business.” CHASING” OF THE REVISED There is a full legal description on file in the There is a full legal description on file in the Plans, specifications, and bidding information for the proposed work are available at Bid Anything to the contrary notwithstand- GENERAL ORDINANCES OF Union County Sheriff’s Office. Union County Sheriff’s Office. Express website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To subscribe ing, redemption shall be permitted up until The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH follow the instructions on the website. Fees apply to downloading documents and plans the entry of final judgment including the sale for any length of time without further adver- sale for any length of time without further adver- PLAINS TO PROVIDE FOR tisement. tisement. and bidding access. The fee schedule is available on the web site. All fees are directly whole of the last date upon which judg- THE DESIGNATION OF AN Joseph Cryan Joseph Cryan payable to Bid Express. ment is entered. Sheriff Sheriff OFFICIAL OTHER THAN MU- Plans, specifications, and bidding information may be inspected (BUT NOT OB- Michael G. Pellegrino, Esq. Attorney: Attorney: NICIPAL MANAGER AS ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, LLC ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, LLC TAINED) by contracting organizations at our Design Field Offices at the following Attorney for Plaintiff QUALIFIED PURCHASING 200 SHEFFIELD STREET 200 SHEFFIELD STREET locations: PELLEGRINO & FELDSTEIN, L.L.C. SUITE 101 SUITE 101 AGENT. MOUNTAINSIDE, NEW JERSEY 07092 MOUNTAINSIDE, NEW JERSEY 07092 200 Stierli Court One Executive Campus Rt 70 West 290 Route 46 West (908) 233-8500 (908) 233-8500 Mt. Arlington, NJ 07856 Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 BOZENA LACINA, RMC Denville, New Jersey 07834 FILE NO: XCZ-153508 FILE NO: FWZ-66008-R1 4 T - 05/14, 05/21, 05/28 4 T - 05/14, 05/21, 05/28 973-601-6690 856-486-6623 Municipal Clerk (973) 586-2300 & 06/04/15 Fee: $210.12 & 06/04/15 Fee: $214.20 3 T - 5/14/15, 5/21/15 and 5/28/15, The Leader Fee: $217.26 1 T - 5/28/15, The Times Fee: $53.55 1 T - 5/28/15, The Leader Fee: $54.06 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, May 28, 2015 Page 19 Andrew Kapadia Wins POPCORN “Mad Max: Fury Road” Optimist Club Contest Insane is More Like it WESTFIELD – The Optimist Club intermediate school) and members 2 & ½ popcorns of Westfield chose Andrew Kapadia of the Optimist Club, Anne Grote, as the winner of the club’s 10th Karen Yutsus and Jeffrey Feldman One Popcorn, Poor — Two Popcorns, Fair — Three Popcorns, Good — Four Popcorns, Excellent annual Oratorical Contest for middle selected the first, second and third school students. The club also chose place winners. Marc Epstein served By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER eval-like cage they’ve fashioned Ava Feldman and Morgan Rollins as as timekeeper. The finalists were film critic around his face. At least that’s what the second and third place winners, Ethan Ament, John Czarnecki, Ava If it were indeed the future, and we we suspect Charlize Theron’s respectively. With the assistance of Feldman, Andrew Kapadia, Jackie had the technology to download the Imperator Furiosa thinks when first fine arts instructors Michael Altmann Lamastra, Sloane Slusher, Morgan cogent and savory core of director she meets the fellow. and Kimberly Jonny, the Optimist Rollins, Sivaji Turimella, Briana George Miller’s highly ambitious, Of course their convergence doesn’t Club honored them at the May 13 Vaca and Alex Weinberg. Each fi- post-apocalyptic bedlam without hav- come under the best of circumstances. meeting at Echo Lake Country Club, nalist received a certificate of ing to suffer its long, extraneous For starters, that Imperator title refers presenting each with a cash award. achievement. stretches of gratuitous pandemonium, to her rather high rank in the employ The winners also received a medal- This is the tenth year the Optimist WAX MUSEUM...Fourth-grader Bella Hill presented her speech about such would be my recommendation. of the head evildoer. However, with- lion and a certificate of achievement Club has sponsored the Oratorical trailblazing author Roald Dahl's imaginative writing style to her audience at the ‘Tis the best movie I didn’t like in a out giving away the store but not at the finals. Contest. The club has been active McKinley School Fourth Grade Wax Museum. 64 students at the Westfield long time. Its excesses can be oppres- caring too much if I do, right from the Seventh grade Public Speaking since 1989 with community pro- school took part in this year’s event. Each student chose a trailblazer or innovator sive to anyone with a normal atten- get-go we have the feeling that this students at Edison and Roosevelt grams and service projects includ- from the world of business, science, entertainment or the arts to research and tion span. But now, at home in arm- gal sporting the early Mia Farrow/ Intermediate Schools participated in ing holiday food baskets, sponsor- present. chair, safe from the inundating mad- Sigourney Weaver “Alien” coiffure the competition. Each gave a public ship and mentoring of the Junior ness of “Mad Max: Fury Road’s” in- is somehow OK. Maybe it’s because address four to five minutes in length Optimists at Westfield High School, your-face adumbrations, y’know, she’s pretty despite the radical shear- on one of four topics: “How my and the annual Project Graduation WHS Senior Ledesma there’s an awful lot of creativity there. ing. But more likely it’s a testament to optimism will help press on to greater BASH. The club also recognizes Unfortunately, to find the good Miss Theron’s ability to project an achievements in the future”, “Cyber special achievements in the commu- kernels, one must ferret through the inherent sense of morality in the fe- communications, progress or prob- nity with the annual Youth Volunteer Named Presidential Scholar chaff of this horrible world. It’s a male lead. lem?”, “Should there be a ban on Award and Intermediate School hellish combination of reawakened Suffice it to note, whereas some realistic looking toy weapons?” and Teachers of the Year Award. WESTFIELD – U.S. Secretary of Council for National Affairs in North primordial instincts and a dastardly dramas are character driven, the ec- “Are professional athletes role mod- To request additional information Education Arne Duncan has an- Carolina this summer. corruption of what technological ad- centric personae here make “Mad els?” about the Optimist Club contact nounced the selection of Jorge Jorge volunteers at the Children’s vances humankind had achieved be- Max” no. 4 oddity driven. However, Faculty and administration se- membership chair Mike Walsh at Ledesma, a senior at Westfield High Specialized Hospital as a mentor, and fore the fall. In the expansive desert once we’ve ferreted through a good lected ten finalists (five from each (908) 317-9813. School, as a 2015 U.S. Presidential describes his advocacy for disabled landscape, with not an edifice or road chunk of the saga’s muddying ex- Scholar. rights as his biggest passion. to remind us of the past world this cesses and survived a mind-boggling Jorge is one of 141 outstanding Jorge hopes to become a Supreme wasteland has succeeded, we look for crash course in the perverted American high school seniors that Court Justice with an aim to write about some sort of hope. The wish becomes civilization’s mores and folkways, we have demonstrated outstanding aca- the underrepresented, “the strangely even more urgent when we learn how detect a plot. Sure enough, it’s your demic achievement, artistic excel- beautiful,” as he puts it. He will be the desperate, oft starved and more or good old coup d’état gambit, and lence, leadership, citizenship, service, attending Harvard University in the less depraved survivors have come to doubtless one rife with David and and contribution to school and com- fall, where he will pursue a major in be governed. Goliath overtones. munity. He will be honored for his Government/Political Science and Phi- You don’t need to be an expert in But then, what good’s a fable if it accomplishments in Washington D.C. losophy, with minors in Creative Writ- Machiavellian politics to understand isn’t about an underdog? Our side, in June. The 2015 U.S. Presidential ing and Economics. how the circumstances of this sce- assuming you’re with us, has a secret Scholars are comprised “We wish Jorge con- nario lend themselves to totalitarian- weapon. It’s the desire for freedom, of one young man and tinued success in all his ism. All of which explains the cult- that gloriously greater good upon one young woman from endeavors. He is a re- like rule devilishly enjoyed by the which all humanity has pinned its each state, the District markable and compas- ultra-heinous Immortan Joe. Por- hopes. Of course while this may please of Columbia and Puerto sionate student,” stated trayed with unmitigated despicable- the sensibilities of those who demand Rico, and from U.S. Superintendent of the ness by Hugh Keays-Byrne, from way rhyme and reason in their tales of families living abroad, Westfield Public Schools, up on a mountain balcony evocative derring-do, I smugly suggest that the as well as 15 chosen at- Margaret Dolan. of Hitler’s Berghof in the Bavarian bulk of this movie’s intended audi- large and 20 U.S. Presi- Since 1983, each Alps he lords it over a subjugated ence will show up for the action, the dential Scholars in the Presidential Scholar has mixture of hauntingly pale, geneti- nihilism and the vicarious rebellion. Arts. been offered the oppor- cally compromised beings. Adolescents of all ages will appre- “Presidential Schol- tunity to name his or her Equipped with an unexplained ciate that director Miller’s opus, for OPTIMIST WINNERS...The Optimist Club of Westfield announced the winners ars demonstrate the ac- most influential teacher. breathing device hooked to his jaw, all its futuristic visions both astute of the 10th annual Oratorical Contest for middle school students. Pictured in the complishments that can Each distinguished rendering him almost bug-like, the and purposely foreboding, is at heart first row of the picture are from the left are Morgan Rollins, Ava Feldman and Andrew Kapadia, first place winner. In the back row are: Kimberly Jonny, Irv be made when students teacher is honored with grotesque despot controls, in addi- the ultimate drag race, the real stars challenge themselves, a personal letter from the Brand and Michael Altmann. Jorge Ledesma tion to everything else, the H20 sup- its highly creative, cobbled-together set the highest standards, Secretary of Education. ply. He’s fond of lavishing it in water- cars and trucks morphed into war and commit themselves The teacher chosen for fall fashion for only seconds at a time machines. I for one enjoyed trying to Fanwood Resident Stone to excellence,” Mr. recognition by Jorge was to impress his absoluteness. Gosh, identify the various marques imbed- Duncan said. In a letter to Jorge, Mr. Valentino Scipioni , Physics teacher at we dislike him as well as his inner ded within the macabre, rolling ver- Duncan wrote, “As you accept this Westfield High School. coterie, each one of them visually sions of metal sculpture. Receives Scholarship recognition for your accomplishments, The White House Commission on redolent of the villains in the Dick The question is, to forgive or not to I call on you to remember the impor- Presidential Scholars, appointed by Tracy comics. A dash of Felliniesque forgive the often over-the-top clatter FANWOOD – Chris Stone, 2013 the American Cancer Society by serv- tance of serving your community and President Obama, selects honored whim adds to their mind-boggling and cacophony that, while obfuscat- graduate of Scotch Plains-Fanwood ing as the Chairman of Survivor Func- your nation with what you learn.” scholars annually based on their aca- freakishness. Politically incorrect or ing the basic story, are inseparable High School and a Fanwood resident is tions for his campus’ annual Relay for Jorge has been recognized by the demic success, artistic excellence, not, each bad guy bears some sort of from the alluringly bizarre, strangely one of five recipients of The 2015 Life. While a high school student at Westfield Public School district for essays, school evaluations and tran- physical curiosity. artistic experience? A neo “Marat/ Monk’s Home Improvements Scholar- SPFHS, Chris served as the President many accomplishments. He has scripts, as well as evidence of com- In other words, Mommy forgive Sade” on wheels, with enough shoot- ship. Ty Monk, founder of Monk’s of SMAC (Student Movement Against earned perfect scores in Math, Read- munity service, leadership, and dem- me, they are ugly. But not so our ing and killing to drive you crazy, Home Improvements, began offering Cancer) and was continually ranked in ing, Writing, Physics, and Math 2 onstrated commitment to high ideals. potential saviors, or so we hope as we “Mad Max: Fury Road” gives your scholarships to students within their the top 5 youth relays in the nation on the SAT, which is widely used Of the three million students expected become cognizant of them. The title sanity a run for the money. service area in 2014 as a way of giving raising nearly $200,000 each year. Chris for admission criteria to colleges. to graduate from high school this character, a former cop and now a *** back to the community by rewarding strongly believes that “happiness Since entering Westfield High year, more than 4,300 candidates wanderer until being captured and “Mad Max: Fury Road,” rated R, is high school and college students for doesn’t result from what we get, but School, he has taken 11 Advanced qualified for the 2015 awards deter- kept as a “blood bag” by Immortan a Warner Bros. release directed by their service endeavors and encourag- from what we give,” and he says “I will Placement classes. He is a National mined by outstanding performance Joe and company, seems normal. George Miller and stars Charlize ing them to make this a life-long com- always pay it forward because no mat- Merit scholarship finalist; has won on the College Board SAT and ACT Played by Tom Hardy, he’d even be Theron, Tom Hardy and Hugh Keays- mitment. ter where you are in life, there are several Merck Science awards for exams, and through nominations handsome if he could lose the medi- Byrne. Running time: 120 minutes Christopher Stone was selected as always others less fortunate.” achievement in Biology and Phys- made by Chief State School Officers one of the recipients for his impressive ics; and has been recognized by one or the National YoungArts list of service and community projects Westfielders Graduate of the most prestigious writing in- Foundation’s nationwide. Fanwood Poet Adele Kenny which has spanned his entire life and stitutions in the country – The Scho- Created in 1964, the U.S. Presi- currently includes serving as Chairman Champlain College lastic Arts and Writing Awards – as dential Scholars Program has hon- of Philanthropy for his fraternity at BURLINGTON, V.T. – Champlain one of the “top young writers in the ored almost 7,000 of the nation’s top- Publishes 23rd Book High Point University in North Caro- College's 137th Commencement was country.” He is a member of the performing students with the presti- lina. In this capacity, Chris has orga- held at Edmunds Field in Burlington, award winning Model UN and Youth gious award given to honorees during FANWOOD – Welcome Rain Pub- the Union County Commission on nized many successful fundraisers to V.T., on May 9. A total of 503 under- and Government (YAM) clubs. tire annual ceremony in D.C. The lishers announced the publication of A the Status of Women for her work in raise funds and awareness of issues that graduates received their associate and Most recently he served as one of program was expanded in 1979 to Lightness, A Thirst, or Nothing At All a the arts and humanities. affect millions of people worldwide to bachelors degrees during the cer- seven elected officers from recognize students who demonstrate hardbound collection of 52 prose po- One of Adele’s poems appeared on include physical/mental disabilities, dis- emony. Westfield High School at YAM, and exceptional talent in the visual, liter- ems by Adele Kenny. A Fanwood resi- the marquee of the Rialto West The- crimination/equal rights and domestic Champlain College President was selected to participate in the ary and performing arts dent since 1974, Ms. Kenny is the ater in New York City as part of the violence. Over winter break, Chris and Donald J. Laackman lauded the stu- award-winning author of 23 books (po- 42nd Street Art Project, and her an- his family volunteered to spend Christ- dents with a a long list of accomplish- etry and nonfiction) and poetry editor tiques reference books have been cited mas Day serving dinner at the Somerset ments the Class of 2015 accomplished of Tiferet Journal. This is Ms. Kenny’s by Home and Garden Television. Stagehouse to clients of the local food during their years at Champlain. Local Students Earn Degrees second book with Welcome Rain. Active in readings and in private and bank. Chris stated, “this was the most Students who received their de- Ms. Kenny’s poems have been pub- agency-sponsored workshops, Adele meaningful Christmas ever and I plan grees from Champlain College in- lished in journals worldwide and have has read in the U.S., England, Ire- on volunteering every year.” Chris has cluded Chelsea Wolf and Georgina from the University of V.T. appeared in books and anthologies land, and France, and has twice been also continued his involvement with Harmer of Westfield. from Crown, Tuttle, Shambhala, and a featured reader at the Geraldine R. BURLINGTON, V.T. – Some 2,975 ated with a Bachelor of Science in McGraw-Hill. She is the recipient of Dodge Poetry Festival. students were awarded a variety of Mechanical Engineering degree in two New Jersey State Arts Council Ms. Kenny is founding director of degrees; undergraduate, graduate and Mechanical Engineering from the poetry fellowships, a first place Merit the Carriage House Poetry Series in M.D.; during the University of College of Engineering and Math- Book Award, first place Henderson Fanwood. She also serves as co-di- Vermont's 214th commencement cer- ematical Sciences. Award, a Merton Poetry of the Sacred rector of the Fanwood Arts Council emonies on May 17. Among degree Emily Mack of Westfield gradu- Award, a Writer's Digest Poetry and is a Shade Tree Commissioner recipients were students from 42 states ated with a Bachelor of Science de- Award, and the 2012 International and an Environmental Commissioner and 85 international students from 16 gree in Communication Science and Book Award for Poetry. She also is for the Borough of Fanwood. countries. Among the graduates were: Disorders from the College of Nurs- the recipient of Kean University’s A Lightness, A Thirst, Or Nothing Lori Joseph of Cranford graduated ing and Health Sciences. Distinguished Alumni Award and a At All is available through with a Bachelor of Science in Educa- Henry O'Brien of Westfield gradu- Women of Excellence Award from Amazon.com and other booksellers. tion degree in Secondary Education ated with a Bachelor of Science in Math from the College of Education Busness Administration degree in & Social Services. Business Administration from the Celebration Singers to Patrick Bergin of Westfield gradu- School of Business Administration Perform June 5th and 6th SCOTCH PLAINS – Under the to the performance of the variety of direction of Brian Clissold and Jenni- songs. Celebration Singers’ mission fer Jenkins, The Celebration Singers is to bring before as wide an audience are preparing for their spring perfor- as possible the beauty, richness, and mance “The Rhythm of Life” at Scotch excitement of not only a valuable Plains Fanwood High School, 667 segment of American culture, “the Westfield Road in Scotch Plains on Classic American Popular Song,” but Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6 at of songs of many styles and from 8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online other cultures. At the same time, they at celebration-singers.org or through look to provide a more diverse musi- the phone at (908) 552-4656. cal education to our children and adult The Celebration Singers is a non- chorus members and audience alike. profit musical entertainment organi- It continues to grow in scope, appeal, zation with the goal of reaching out to and audience and member enthusi- as many people as possible in as many asm. different environments so as to ex- Funding for the Celebration Sing- pose people to the Art of Music. Their ers is made possible in part by the diverse programs give audiences the New Jersey State Council for the Arts, PERFECT SCORES...Westfield High School has been notified that four 11th opportunity to experience a wealth of Department of State, through a grant graders have achieved perfect scores in March 2015 on the SAT and ACT musical styles and disciplines, and administered by the Union County standardized tests widely used for college admission criteria. This brings the total see this music performed by children Office of Cultural and Heritage Af- of perfect scores on SAT and ACT so far this school year to 34. The March SAT high scorers include, from left to right: Erik Swanson – Math; Sarah Steiner – and adults. fairs. For more information, please Reading; Emma Stierhoff – Math; and Sidharth Eleswarapu – Writing. Principal VILLANOVA GRADS...Local Cranford residents Michael Petrozziello and Joey Although many outstanding choral visit celebration-singers.org, email Peter Renwick (far right) congratulated the students, stating, “I would like to Papandrea at Sigma Chi Villanova University Graduation party. Michael will be groups exist in New Jersey, there are [email protected] commend you for this outstanding achievement; it speaks volumes about your working with Tesla in King of Prussia, P.A. while Joey will be with USB in New few groups that bring the same rigor- or leave a phone message at (908) abilities and your commitment to your education.” York City. ous and exacting musical standards 552-4656. Page 20 Thursday, May 28, 2015 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Brearley High School Students Pay Tribute To Respected Custodian

KENILWORTH – When the David State Daylily Growers, and has sev- ence classes to learn about ecosys- Brearley Middle/High School com- eral flowers of his own creation on tems as the students maintain the pond munity in Kenilworth lost its well- the national registry. Now, his stu- and its fish, frogs, turtles and plants, Three International Soloists to loved custodian Gil Mejia, who dents will be able to hybridize daylil- some of which have been caught by passed away suddenly this past Janu- ies with his help, and will plant them the students themselves at the local ary, the decision about how to honor in Gil’s Garden. Black Brook Park. Join NJFO for Season Finale him was an easy one. The art depart- The greenhouse/garden project is The school’s 2011 mosaic grant ment was already immersed in a NJ the eighth AIE Residency Grant project was designated a Best Prac- State Council on the Arts-sponsored project carried out by the art depart- tices Grant by the NJ State Council on WESTFIELD – Renowned solo- from competitions throughout the vision shows and commercials and AIE Residency Grant that involved ment. Previous projects have included the Arts, and the following year, ists and three New Jersey choirs United States including the Metro- audiences are likely to be familiar building a greenhouse and a butterfly a Kenilworth community cookbook Brearley art teacher Janice Marsili, will join New Jersey Festival Or- politan Opera National Council Au- with much of the score. garden in the school courtyard. It illustrated with student etchings of was named an AIE Fellow, helping to chestra for a rousing season finale ditions, the Giulio Gari Foundataion The not-to-be-missed concert en- would now be dedicated to Gil. the town’s food establishments. An- author a manual of best practices in presentation of one of the mightiest and the Licia Albanese-Puccini titled The Wheel of Fortune has On May 13 Gil’s Garden and Green- other year’s grant work resulted in the art education for the state’s art educa- and most loved choral works in the Foundation. been made possible through the gen- house were unveiled to the public sale of made-to-order silk-screened tors. This year, David Brearley High entire classical repertoire: Orff’s Two-time prize winner at the Met- erous support of the NJ State Coun- during an event attended by his fam- note cards depicting the homes and School has become the first in the Carmina Burana. ropolitan Opera Council, Kyle cil on the Arts and the Geraldine R. ily, friends, and the school commu- public buildings of Kenilworth. But it state to be named a NJ State Council "We are thrilled to be able to Knapp returns to New Jersey Festi- Dodge Foundation. nity. Music was provided by the is the last five projects that have fo- on the Arts Mentorship School. In present such a massive collabora- val Orchestra as Carmina Burana’s The Wheel of Fortune takes place mariachi band, Los Dignos Del Amor, cused on the art of mosaic, which has this capacity it will serve as a model tive performance," commented tenor soloist. Kyle recently debuted on Saturday, May 30 at 7 p.m. at the refreshments were donated by the transformed the hallways and the to schools new to the grant program, Maestro David Wroe, “Our guest at Hawaii Opera Theatre as Tobias Presbyterian Church in Westfield. Kenilworth Education Association, courtyard of the school. and artists who have recently been soloists are fabulous and the talent in Sweeney Todd and as Alan Tickets range in price from $26 to and student-made pottery was offered The mosaic murals and a 14 foot accepted to the AIE roster. amongst our New Jersey students is Kimbrough in Herbert’s The Only $75 with a special discount price of for sale by Cheryl Kress’s business tall tree sculpture involve themes of In the coming year, the students just phe- Girl for Loony in NYC, both to $13 for students. All ticket holders students as part of an “Apprentice- anti-bullying and tolerance, and a will hybridize daylily seeds in order nomenal. outstanding critical acclaim. He also are invited to attend a free pre- style” sales competition to raise bench with mosaicked towers was to create a flower to be named after It will be received rave reviews for his role as concert lecture by musicologist and money for art and business scholar- made as a tribute to the students’ Gil. Nurturing that plant in Gil’s Gar- a superla- Father Confessor in Dialogue of the composer Michael Rosin at 6:15 ships. grandparents. Last year’s project was den will keep his memory alive tive event Carmelites at Opera Theater of St. p.m. in the Presbyterian Church The greenhouse and garden will also linked to the science department. through student learning, which is and cel- Louis. Chapel. now provide an outdoor classroom It involved the design and construc- exactly what Gil would have wanted. ebration Acclaimed American baritone Tickets are available for purchase where science teacher Curt Cerillo tion of a pond, garden area, and adja- The David Brearley mosaics and to round Christian Bowers recently com- on line at will teach students the techniques used cent mural in memory of a Brearley gardens can be visited by the public off what pleted the prestigious Washington www.njfestivalorchestra.org and by in the practice of hybridization. Mr. student named Susan Lang, who died by appointment. Please call (908) 931- has been National Opera program where he phone at (908) 232-9400. Cerillo is a member of the Garden of leukemia in 1981. The Susan Lang 9696 ext. no. 300 to make arrange- Ashley Kerr a most sang major roles in La Boheme, Garden is used by Dale Sona’s sci- ments. exciting The Little season Prince, La forCenerentola, NJFO.” Moby Dick UCC Art Show Honors International guest soloists Ashley and La Forza Kerr, Kyle Knapp, and Christian del Destino, Bowers, baritone join NJ Festival all to out- Professor and Mentor Orchestra for this monumental per- standing formance. critical ac- CRANFORD – To celebrate the sistance to succeed in college. Praised for her “plush and seduc- claim. He has memory of Dr. Murray Shereshewsky, Dr. Shereshewsky, who earned his tive” tone, soprano Ashley Kerr is a also made an art show will be presented in the PhD from New York University, garnering attention from critics and major ap- Richel Student Commons at Union served as Executive Director of the opera companies alike. Ms. Kerr pearances County College’s Cranford campus National Alternative Education As- Made her Lincoln Center debut with with Santa Fe on Sunday, May 31. The show will be sociation and published in the fields the Opera Opera, Christian Bowers open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. of History and Education. A longtime Orchestra of Sarasota Op- A professor of Psychology and resident of Westfield, NJ, Dr. New York era and Opera Sociology at Union County College, Shereshewsky passed away in April and recently Colorado. Dr. Shereshewsky was also a talented 2014. garnered The program will also feature NJ’s professional artist, recognized for the Although admission to the show is rave reviews renowned Pro Arte Chorale, under quality and variety of his paintings. free, the sugested tax-deductible do- rave reviews the direction of Steven Fox, and His work demonstrates great diver- nation to the Union County College for her per- choruses from the Newark Arts High sity of themes, drawn with pen and Foundation is from $25 to $50. All formance of School, under the direction of Jerry ink, tempera paints and mixed media. donations are to be submitted directly Countess Forderhase and Bernardsville High Dr. Shereshewsky’s professional to Union County College Founda- Almaviva in School under the direction of Bar- career as a respected teacher, school tion, via the website, LeNozze di bara Retzko. GIL’S GARDEN...A green house and garden in the courtyard of David Brearley administrator and professor spanned www.uccfoundation.org or by mail to Kyle Knapp High School in Kenilworth was dedicated to deceased custodian Gil Mejia. The Figaro with German composer Carl Orff's mosaic murals and a 14 foot tall tree sculpture involve themes of anti-bullying and 40 years. Always a champion of young 1033 Springfield Avenue, Cranford, Salt Marsh masterwork, Carmina Burana, is a tolerance, and a bench with mosaicked towers was made as a tribute to the people in need, donations to the show NJ 07016. Opera and perennial favorite amongst students’ grandparents. The greenhouse and garden will now provide an outdoor will benefit those students he most For more information about Union for La Traviata with Virginia Op- concertgoers of all ages. It is well classroom where science teacher Curt Cerillo will teach students the techniques wanted to help – first generation stu- County College or for directions, era. Ms. Kerr has received awards known through its use in films, tele- used in the practice of hybridization. dents who just need a little extra as- please visit www.ucc.edu.

presents THE WHEEL OF FORTUNE ORFF Carmina Burana WAGNER Meistersinger Overture

DAVID WROE conductor ASHLEY KERR soprano KYLE KNAPP tenor CHRISTIAN BOWERS barritone Pro Arte Chorale Saturday May 30, 2015 Newark Arts High School Choir and Alumni at 7pm Ridge High School A Cappella Honors Choir The Presbyterian Church NEW JERSEY FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA in Westfield TICKETS $26-$75 STUDENTS $13 www.njfestivalorchestra.org • 908 232 9400 Only ONE Left!

BROKERS WELCOME WHEN: Saturday June 6th @ 1:30pm Thursday June 11th @ 6:30pm WHERE: Dr. Thomas C. Streko 169 Mountain Ave. Westfield, NJ 07090 WHEN: Saturday June 6th @ 1:30pm OR Thursday June 11th @ 6:30pm

WHERE: Dr. Thomas C. Streko 169 Mountain Ave. Westfield, NJ 07090 Page S-1 Thursday, May 28, 2015 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

Photo – The Westfield Leader front page

SPF BOYS PLACE FOURTH, BLUE DEVILS FINISH 6TH; CRANFORD BOYS 5TH, GIRLS 5TH WF Girls Break 4x8 Record at Group Section Track Meet By DAVID B. CORBIN with a 124 total. East Orange and pass girls. At the end, I was their times. We got a good posi- here losing in the 100,” she said Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times boys won the Group 4 section able to get my team in good tion from the start. I got it in with a giggle.” Seeded fourth in their event, with 66.33 points, while the Raid- position,” said Morrison, who ran second place. There was a pretty Schaeffer also placed third in the Westfield High School four- ers took fourth at 49 and the Blue the leadoff leg. big gap from second to first, so I the 800 on Day 2 with a time of some of Kelly Morrison, Noelle Devils took sixth at 40. The “I was really happy that we tried to close that gap as much as 2:17.33. Blue Devils Elena Blackford, Julia Myers and Brooke Cranford boys and girls both were above fourth, which was I could to get Brooke in the best Chermak with a distance of 16-5 Schaeffer, not only stunned the placed fifth in the Group 3 sec- where we were seeded. I kept position possible,” she said. and Hannah Hawkins at 16-0.75 rest of the field but also, broke tion with respective totals of 36 trying to move up. I wanted to do Schaeffer ended up completing placed 3-6 in the long jump. the meet record in the 4x800 and 44.33. the best that I could for them. I her leg in 2:16.5, knocking 5.2 Chermak also placed eighth in meter relay on Day 1 of the North In the 4x800 event, the Lady was really happy just watching seconds off her best time. the triple jump with a distance of Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 Tour- Blue Devils crossed the line in the rest of my team,” Blackford “My teammates, we worked so 34-1.25, while Raider Summer nament at Ridge High School on 9:29.58 to shatter the previous said. hard. Each one of us moved us up Robinson placed fourth at 35-0. May 22-23. record of 9:39.58 set by Colum- Myers ran the third leg in a one position. I heard my coaches Robinson also placed sixth in the The Blue Devil girls placed sixth bia in 2013. personal record (PR) 2:22.5 af- screaming in the background. I 100 hurdles with a time of 16.12 with a total of 36.5, while Scotch “My time was OK. Hopefully ter receiving the baton from could hear they were all excited. and teammate Christine Nocum Plains-Fanwood placed ninth with next week it will be faster. I was Blackford. “We were seeded I knew what I had to do,” said took eighth at 16.21. Nocum also 13 points. Ridge took top honors happy that I was able to move up fourth, so for us to come in first Schaeffer. finished seventh in the 400 was a little bit of a surprise, but Competing in the 800 was ac- hurdles at 1:10.22. See & Subscribe at I think we all got really good tually a relatively new event for Nocum, Sarah Bowles, Trinity goleader.com/ballyhoo times. Brooke had a PR. Me too. Schaeffer. Hart and Imani Rivers finished BallyhooBallyhoo Then Noelle and Kelly were on “I would really like to thank my sixth in the 4x100 at 51.52. Blue coaches because I didn’t even Devil Keren Moncayo took sec- Submit commentary and items for publishing. start running 800s until this year. ond in the javelin with a toss of Email to [email protected] l'ennemi du journaliste If it was up to me, I would still be CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-2 Thursday, May 28, 2015 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

99-10, followed by Raider Devin took fifth in the pole vault in the 3,200 at 11:44.91, fol- In girls Group 3, Cougar Erin put with a distance of 35-6.5. Madeline Weber at 98-11 and with a height of 9-0. Raider Mary lowed by Blue Devil Caroline Meixner, although it was not her Teammates Christina Barlik at Blue Devil Mae Devin at 98-4. Catherine Stovall finished sixth Stocking at 11:54.4. best throw, took first in the shot CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-3 Thursday, May 28, 2015 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

32-6.25 and Brianna Scotti at ing their PRs. more goals this year. Other years Meixner said. “Me being a senior, play a game of wits with her 32-1.25 took 5-6. Throughout “This year more than ever, ev- we had goals but this year they I want to do my best. I tried my opponents. the season, however, the trio eryone has been a lot more fo- are more reachable and every- best. That’s really all I did.” “I definitely size up my com- have been consistently improv- cused in practice. We have a lot one wants to do their best,” Sometimes, Meixner likes to CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-4 Thursday, May 28, 2015 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

petitors. I guess that’s the com- make the Meet of Champs. I Amanda Bush, Bella Disimone, Susanna Jaramillo at 98-11 took finals, Edmond (11.23) won by a petitive nature in me,” she said. have it in me. I know I can do it. Alannah Clarke and Kiera Hurley 4-5 in the discus. toe over White (11.26) to finish Looking ahead to the Group 3 I am not overconfident, but I got crossed the line first in 9:49.41. In the boys Group 4, Raiders 1-2. championships, Meixner said, “I to think positively.” The Summit Hilltoppers had a Kobe White and Merlin Edmond “At practice, we are always to- definitely want to throw 40. I The Lady Cougars also took top triple winner in Emma Osborne, were in a battle for bragging gether, trying to push each other don’t know if it is possible, but honors in the 4x800 when who won the 100 in 12.73, the rights in the 100 meters. In the to make each other better. To- that is my goal. You got to have 200 in 25.7 and the 400 in 58.2. preliminary round, White just day in the prelim, he got out a number goal and that’s my Probitas Verus Honos Cougar Katie Romanovich took nipped Edmond to record the really hard and he beat me. I number goal. My other goal is to ninth in the 400 at 1:01.59. fastest qualifying time. In the CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Disimone, Anna Fitch, Jillian Devoti and Charlotte Van Why finished third in the 4x400 at 4:02.11. Cougar Mara Giga took third in the javelin with a toss of 106-1. Van Why finished sixth in the 400 hurdles at 1:08.21. Cou- gars Maranda Brown at 99-1 and Reading is Good For You

goleader.com/subscribe Page S-5 Thursday, May 28, 2015 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

said, ‘Oh no he can’t!’ So in the White said. ing off. Although they finished “I was just really competing. 4:26.15 then by crossing first in finals, we both got great starts. I Edmond also finished fourth in third a brief spurt of emotion cost The adrenalin was pumping. Sean the 3,200 at 9:24.21. Cougars am just glad we took 1-2,” the 400 at 50.05. On Day 2, them a disqualification. Blue Dev- Brennan was there. He is such a Josh Cadet, Acacio Escada, Jack Edmond said. however, White crossed first in ils Josh Capistrano, Jelani Pierre, great thrower. He pumps me up Schetelich and Josiah Cadet fin- “I glanced like the first 10 the 200 with a time of 22.57. Ishmael Glasco and Sid Douglas at meets. I am glad I did well last ished third in the 4x400 at meters of the race left and right. Emendo Thomas, Edmond, Ray placed fourth at 44.04. week,” Buontempo said. 3:28.63. Tim Colter took third in The I saw his [Edmond] butt and Walker and White had misfor- Blue Devil Theo Brunson won Blue Devils Nick Antonelli, Matt the long jump with a distance of said, ‘he got it.’ I am glad we took tune in the 4x100 when Thomas the pole vault with a height of Russo, Chris Prasek and Will 20-4 and Schetelich took third in 1-2. That’s what we needed,” pulled a hamstring before hand- 12-6. Raiders Christian Zoufaly Chandler finished third in the the javelin with a toss of 149-5. at 12-0 and Andrew Ciccarino at 4x800 at 8:13.57. Russo placed Cougar Will Fries took second 11-6 took 3-6, while Blue Devil fourth in the 3,200 with a PR in the shot put with a shove of Mike Stokes took seventh at 11- time of 9:25.92. Chandler took 44-0.75 and third in the discus 0. Mitch Bryk with a PR toss of fifth in the 800 at 1:59.15. Raider with a toss of 126-3. Colter tied 175-8 placed second in the jav- Quincy Sanchez placed third in for fourth in the high jump with a elin. Chris Cerrachio was sev- the 110 hurdles at 14.83 and clearance of 5-9. Matt Van Pelt enth at 156-1. fourth in the 400 hurdles at finished sixth in the 400 hurdles Blue Devil Nick Buontempo 56.31. Edmond, Joe Dzuback, with a time of 58.35. placed third in the discus with a Cameron Smith and White fin- toss of 133-2. ished sixth in the 4x400 at Reading is Good For You “Next week, we are going to go 3:25.56. Marquel Taylor took over my footwork. We are going sixth in the long jump with a to try to get to that 155 so I can leap of 20-5.25. Blue Devil Harry go to South Plainfield for the Williamson took seventh in the Meet of Champions,” Buontempo shot put with a shove of 42-7. said. In Group 3, Summit’s Leland Just one week prior, Buontempo Jones was a double winner, first had a PR throw of 142-6 but he by crossing first in the 1,600 at had special incentive competing against Union Catholic’s Sean Brennan (Westfield resident) who Probitas Verus Honos took first. goleader.com/subscribe Page S-6 Thursday, May 28, 2015 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

Raiders Shut Out Watchung Hills, 4-0, in North Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 Quarterfinal Page S-7 Thursday, May 28, 2015 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Garwood Council Seeks Answers on Business Employee Parking

By BRIAN TRUSDELL bus and trains into Manhattan Underhill, distributed a draft reso- Specially Written for the Westfield Leader causing congesting for residents lution two months ago that out- GARWOOD – Businesses on – will create another problem. lined its plan. That draft expanded North and South Avenues can “The committee is literally go- the time parking would be lim- expect visits from members of ing to walk door-to-door to go ited to two hours from 10 a.m. to Garwood’s parking committee those businesses and say: ‘How 2 p.m. to 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on before they submit an ordinance many employees do you have weekdays and included 10 more to borough council that would and where do they park?’” Mrs. streets on both sides of town widen residential preferred park- Tarantino said. beyond the current zones on An- ing to 10 additional streets and While some establishments pro- chor Place, Myrtle Avenue and expand the hours. vide employee parking, others Willow Avenue. “We have a few issues, details do not, she said, resulting in the Residents would be able to ob- to work out before we bring it for workers availing themselves of tain permits exempting them introduction,” Committee Chair- the street parking like commut- from the restrictions. Official woman and Councilwoman Ann ers. notification of the proposal to Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader Tarantino told the council Tues- “The intention was never to 516 homes (not the 1,200 Mrs. FRONT ROW SEAT... These kids got a front row seat to watch the Cranford day night. hurt the businesses,” she said. Tarantino declared at the Memorial Day Parade. Mrs. Tarantino wants to learn The proposal has been consid- council’s last meeting) spurred a how many businesses along the ered for months following similar packed gallery for the May 12 two corridors do not provide park- actions by the neighboring towns gathering of council, along with ing for their employees and where of Westfield and Cranford, leav- complaints and numerous sug- Edu. Found. of Garwood those employees park when they ing many to believe that the gested amendments from resi- come to work. She is concerned commuters have simply shifted dents. that the committee’s intention to to Garwood and sparking com- Mrs. Tarantino said some of the Announces Fundraiser discourage commuters from plaints from residents. suggestions were being incorpo- GARWOOD – After the success- swer any questions at (908) 377- parking on the parallel and inter- The parking committee, which rated, such as providing each ful 11th annual appreciation din- 7890 or secting streets – to access the includes Police Chief Bruce home with two laminated visi- ner, the Education Foundation of [email protected]. tors’ cards, along with the resi- Garwood (EFG) is proud to dent car window permits, that present its newest fundraiser: Ince Graduates could be used by guests. EFG Night at The Station. EFG “We’re just trying to get some Night will take place on Thurs- East Stroudsburg Univ. information before people come day, June 11 from 3 p.m. to 10 GARWOOD – Meghan Joy Ince CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE p.m. at The Station Bar and Grill, of Garwood has graduated East located at 99 Center Street in Stroudsburg University in Garwood to Conduct Garwood. 15 percent of all checks Pennsylvatia with her B.S. in Early from customers presenting a flyer Childhood Education. Town Wide Yard Sale will be donated to the EFG to She is a 2010 graduate of GARWOOD — The Borough of support Garwood students Westfield High School. Meghan Garwood will hold its 19th An- through scholarships and served as an Resident Advisor nual Town Wide Yard Sale on Garwood teachers through and as such organized multiple Saturday and Sunday, June 13 grants. fundraising events for the Ameri- and June 14, between 9 a.m. and Flyers can be picked up from can Cancer Society. She was also 4 p.m. each day. Lincoln School, the Garwood Pub- a member of Sigma Sigma Sigma To participate, residents must lic Library, or downloaded from Sorority, whose philanthropy fo- register in person at Garwood the school website at cus is "Sigma Serves Children" Borough Hall, located at 403 www.garwoodschools.org. EFG and "The Robbie Paige Memo- South Avenue, or they may call President Sara Todisco may also rial". Meghan was inducted into (908) 789-0710 or e-mail be contacted for flyers or to an- the Order of Omega, the Greek [email protected]. A list of Academic Honor Society. She is Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader participating households will be the daughter of proud parents, FIRST RESPONDERS... Members of the Cranford Fire Department march in available at Borough Hall on both Probitas Verus Honos Michael and Robin Ince, also of the township’s Memorial Day Parade. days of the yard sale. Garwood. Page S-8 Thursday, May 28, 2015 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary cent), Div. of Youth Services (+11 percent), Employee Training (+15 Local Letters to the Editor percent), Div. of Social Services (+9 percent), Div. of Planning (+61 percent), Dept. of Parks Informing Your Readers of (+35 percent), Recreation Facili- ties (+13 percent), Div. of Envi- ronmental Services (+8 percent), The Issues Affecting Them and Park Maintenance (+6 per- Thank you for publishing my for widening my audience to your cent). comments made at the Cranford readers. I have been waiting Within the 5 percent threshold, Board of Education meeting on months to say my piece and now the summary of depts. impacts May 18. I’ve been having trouble that I finally did it. were; 14 +/ 5 –. The issue we all sleeping at night knowing how I am so grateful Thomas Van face, knowing how apparently our children and teachers are Duyne was there to report it. wasteful and bloated the county being robbed of the experience Many, many thanks to him as I government has become, is that they deserve in our changing deeply appreciate the words he this money is now considered a public schools. wrote in the May 21, 2015 hidden slush fund for whatever Your paper will serve the people Westfield Leader. whims they hold. by informing them of the issues We know the county was ex- Maria Loikith posed in the press already, the that are affecting them, whether Cranford they realize it or not. Thank you major crimes that their employ- ees and their shadow entities Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader they control have committed. As A GREAT DAY IN CRANFORD… Cranford Mayor Andis Kalnins and Municipalities Should Band Together we noted before, at least $25 members of the Township Committee cheer on participants in Monday’s million is absorbed into the county Memorial Day Parade. Against The Union County Budget budget, the above list of line item percentages reveal this We had written to all 21 town’s ing impacts. clearly. regarding the Union County bud- Reading the increases certainly The final budget vote by the Garwood Council Seeks Answers get and the disappearing $25 makes one wonder how much Freeholders is scheduled for June million in tax moneys — and money is being hidden among 11th, but please verify this. in here as business owners and Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7th), the requesting you to come to the the line items: To reiterate: say, ‘What did you guys do?’” House of Representatives Con- Union County budget hearing to County Manager Office (+24 Some suggestions: Please at- fellow council and parking com- gressional representative for the ask questions. Note the hearing percent), Freeholders (+46 per- tend the Freeholders meeting and mittee member Lou Petruzzelli area. was on May 14, 2015. Only three cent), Clerk of the Board (+10 demand the return of at least said. Mrs. Tarantino already has iden- residents showed to comment. percent), Debt service (+13 per- $19 million, or get with the other In addition to the large number tified at least 12 addresses of the Such a cavalier attitude from the cent), Div. of reimbursement (+13 towns to pass a resolution de- of people who responded by at- 38 to 40 returned that do exist 21 towns governing bodies to- percent), Div. of Comptroller (+5 manding the monies be returned, tending the May 12 meeting, the with residents in the home. The ward the largest local budget af- percent), UCIA aid (+32 percent), or contact the state authorities bulk mailing regarding the park- council agreed that it would in- fecting your constituents is cer- Div. of County Adjuster (+13 per- such as the DLGS or OSC to help ing issue also highlighted an- quire with the Post Office and tainly disappointing, but we are cent), Admin. Services director force the money back into your other ongoing concern: postal seek help from Rep. Lance’s of- not here to chastise your actions. (+12 percent), Surrogate (+12 constituents hands. Or even as a delivery. fice again. Instead we would like to delineate percent), Eng. and facilities (+112 coalition, threaten to hold back a Mrs. Tarantino said 38 to 40 of The council met in executive something that would certainly percent), IT (+6 percent), Dept. percent of the county portion of the 516 letters were returned by session for nearly an hour to make your finance committee chair of Economic Development (+234 tax money you (municipalities) the U.S. Postal Service marked discuss “potential litigation” re- jealous and any town elected offi- percent), Dept. of Strategic Plan- collect since they are sitting on as “no such address” or “no such garding the Sports and Recre- cial envious wishing they could do ning (+16 percent), Health opt- the money already. This last ac- street.” ation Complex and its builder this, instead of having to be con- out (+9 percent), Public Safety tion would certainly create a high “That’s ridiculous, because Wil- Flanagan Construction as well as strained by your voters. director (+5 percent), Div. of profile to the issue. low is a street (in town),” she a shared services agreement with We reviewed the county bud- Weights and Measures (+15 per- This is a time to show your said. Fanwood. get by department and below cent), Div. of Emergency Man- leadership for your constituents, But Mrs. Tarantino said it re- No further details were dis- lists the percent increases/de- agement (+24 percent), Emer- this is a time to tell the county to newed concern about inconsis- cussed before or after the execu- creases of each in the county gency Med. Service (+67 per- stop all that money from disap- tent postal delivery, which the tive session. budget. We placed a 5 percent cent), Div. of health (+116 per- pearing into unknown and unde- council has discussed for more In other action, the council in- floor for the threshold, and obvi- cent), DPW (+29 percent), Div. of serving pockets. than a year, including with U.S. troduced a resolution authoriz- ously now exclude plus or minus Facilities (+11 percent), Office of Municipalities, good luck in your ing a $59,000 bond sale for the impacts from the Runnells Spe- Human Services director (+6 per- endeavors. purchase of a police dispatch cialized Hospital sale since that’s cent), Juvenile Detention (+20 Probitas Verus Honos console to replace the one which completed. We found the follow- percent), Div. of Aging (+19 per- Bruce Paterson Garwood dates back to 1983. Page S-9 Thursday, May 28, 2015 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Union County College Art Show Honors Professor and Mentor CRANFORD – To celebrate the is free, the sugested tax-deduct- www.uccfoundation.org or by memory of Dr. Murray ible donation to the Union County mail to 1033 Springfield Avenue, Shereshewsky, an art show will be College Foundation is from $25 Cranford, NJ 07016. presented in the Richel Student to $50. All donations are to be For more information about Commons at Union County submitted directly to Union Union County College or for di- College’s Cranford campus on Sun- County College Foundation, via rections, please visit day, May 31. The show will be the website, www.ucc.edu. open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A professor of Psychology and Sociology at Union County Col- Soprano Samantha Dango To lege, Dr. Shereshewsky was also a talented professional artist, rec- ognized for the quality and variety of his paintings. His work demon- ‘Sing For the Cure’ Sunday strates great diversity of themes, CRANFORD — Soprano the Susan G. Komen North Jer- drawn with pen and ink, tempera Samantha Dango of Cranford will sey Race for the Cure. For more paints and mixed media. host the Fourth Annual “After- information, contact Nancy Dr. Shereshewsky’s profes- noon of Song” to benefit the Su- Dango at (908) 451-1252 or by sional career as a respected san G. Komen North Jersey Race e-mail at teacher, school administrator and for the Cure this Sunday, May 31, [email protected]. Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader professor spanned 40 years. Al- at 4 p.m. DAISY MARCHERS ... Members of Girl Scout Daisy Troop 4013 march in the Through its annual Cranford Township’s Memorial Day Parade on Monday. ways a champion of young people The concert, which will Race for the Cure® in need, donations to the show be held at the Cranford and other initiatives will benefit those students he United Methodist throughout the most wanted to help – first gen- Church, located at 201 year, Susan G. eration students who just need a Lincoln Avenue East, Komen North Jer- little extra assistance to succeed Cranford, will feature sey raises funds that in college. favorites of the musical support life-saving Dr. Shereshewsky, who earned theater, classical and breast cancer his PhD from New York Univer- operatic repertoire, in- screening, breast sity, served as Executive Direc- cluding selections from health/breast can- tor of the National Alternative Carousel and opera fa- cer education, pa- Education Association and pub- vorites Rigoletto and La tient navigation, lished in the fields of History and Boheme. treatment support, Education. A longtime resident A graduate of the Man- and survivorship of Westfield, NJ, Dr. hattan School of Music programs to Shereshewsky passed away in and the College of New underserved April 2014. Jersey, Ms. Dango has Samantha Dango women and men in Although admission to the show performed profession- the affiliate’s nine-county ser- ally in New Jersey, Philadelphia, vice region, which spans Bergen, Reading is Good For You New York and Oregon and has Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, been National Anthem soloist for Somerset, Sussex, Union and the New Jersey Devils since 2006. Warren counties. She will be joined by artists Jer- Since its founding in 1997, emy Blossey, John Andrew Komen North Jersey has awarded Fernandez, Kathleen Shelton, more than $16 million in local Brian Vandenberge and Gregory community grants, and has di- Marsh, all of whom are graduates rected more than $7 million to of accredited music schools and the national research programs currently perform throughout the aimed at finding new and better VILLANOVA GRADS...Local Cranford residents Michael Petrozziello and United States and overseas. treatment options and, ulti- Joey Papandrea at Sigma Chi Villanova University Graduation party. Michael goleader.com/subscribe There is a suggested donation mately, the causes and cures to will be working with Tesla in King of Prussia, P.A. while Joey will be with USB of $25, with proceeds benefiting eradicate breast cancer forever. in New York City. LEADER/TIMES SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT Are you enjoying the quality content you’re reading in the pages of this fine newspaper? If this is true... Our newspaper will be mailed to your home and/or place of business each week within the USA WE’RE ASKING YOU TOTO BECOMEBECOME AA SUBSCRIBER!SUBSCRIBER! By CC Online Click Here

By Phone, Call 908 232-4407 By Check, please print and mail this.

Please enter my subscription starting with the next issue. for The Westfield Leader for The SP-F Times One year ($33) - Two years ($62) Three years ($90) New Subscriber Renewal

First Name: Last Name: Street Addr: HERE’S WHY City: State: Zip Code:

You are important. Our advertisers CARE about doing business Tel: Email: with you and want to know that YOU are reading their message Make check payable to The Westfield Leader in the LEADER/TIMES each week. The Westfield Leader & The Scotch Plains-Fanwood TIMES Support the weekly newspaper by mailing in this coupon PO Box 250, 251 North Ave. West, Westfield, NJ 07091 TODAY! Each Thursday you’ll be glad you did! Tel 908 232-4407; Fax 908 232-0473 Email [email protected]

WESTFIELD, GARWOOD, SCOTCH PLAINS, MOUNTAINSIDE, CRANFORD, FANWOOD, CLARK, SPRINGFIELD, KENILWORTH, SUMMIT, BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NEW PROVIDENCE