Ad Populos, Non Aditus, Pervenimus Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, May 21, 2020 OUR 130th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 21-2020 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] ONE DOLLAR Rescue Squad Continues to Respond During Pandemic By JENNIFER GLACKIN dispatch shifts almost every day since had appropriately sized equipment, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader mid-March. Mr. Sloan said the squad Mr. Sloan said. WESTFIELD — The Westfield members who helped out by volun- Mr. Sloan also said the squad has Volunteer Rescue Squad (WVRS) has teering extra time were able to help taken “significant measures” to clean served the Town of Westfield and its the squad fill almost every shift. all the equipment. After every call the residents since 1951 and con- squad sanitizes the ambulance tinues to be an entirely volun- and instruments with bleach teer-run organization. They wipes and utilizes an ultraviolet provide their service for free (UV) light to further decontami- and are completely supported nate the ambulances. If war- through donations. David ranted, the UV light can also be Sloan, president of the WVRS, used to sanitize the interior of spoke with The Westfield the WVRS building. Leader last week about the Another precaution was a re- squad’s experience during the duction in members riding on COVID-19 pandemic. the ambulances. Most teams are In mid-March, when the run by three members: a driver, coronavirus began to gain an EMT, and a probationary speed, Mr. Sloan and the member who is studying to be- squad’s EMS Chief, Sergio come an EMT. Upon the recom- Guzman, reached out to all mendation from the New Jersey Emergency Medical Techni- Office of Emergency Manage- cians (EMTs), dispatchers, ment, the WVRS reduced the drivers, probationary crew, number from three members to and other squad members and two. Probationary members asked if each was comfort- helped at the squad house dur- able with continuing to serve ing their shifts.

Fred T. Rossi for The Westfield Leader during the pandemic. “With The three highest calls the SOCIAL DISTANCING AT TRADER JOE’S...Social distancing and other restrictions are still leading to lines to enter some all of these people being vol- WVRS typically responds to are stores, including Trader Joe’s in Westfield on Sunday morning. unteers, we didn’t want them falls, followed by respiratory Photo courtesy of The Westfield Rescue Squad to feel unsafe or uncomfort- ON THE FRONT LINES...Members of the Westfield distress (difficulty breathing), able,” Mr. Sloan said. Volunteer Rescue Squad wear Tyvek body suits to help and then “general not feeling A majority of the dispatch- prevent transmission of the coronavirus. Pictured are well” situations. While the ‘Virtual’ Pizza Run Proposed to ers, who are older and in a EMTs Dan Faldraga, who serves as ambulance lieuten- amount of respiratory distress more vulnerable population, ant, and Neema Enayati. calls increased approximately 50 and a small number of riding percent compared to monthly EMTs decided to stay home and pro- The squad did take many extra pre- averages, the total number of calls Replace Uncertain Annual Race tect themselves from possible expo- cautions to reduce the risk of were almost “spot on” to last year’s sure, said Mr. Sloan. Other volunteer coronavirus transmission. One way March and April statistics, said Mr. By BRIAN TRUSDELL funding budget.” ‘Raising Dough for Downtown Busi- squad members stepped up and helped was added personal protective equip- Sloan. There have also been less Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Although not providing complete nesses,’ which I thought was awesome.” fill the gaps in the schedule. One ment (PPE). Squad members wear motor-vehicle accident calls since WESTFIELD — A local fitness details, Mr. Tooley explained the event Discussion of the proposed race pre- particular volunteer dispatcher, Chris Tyvek suits and face shields, in addi- there are less people on the roads. coach proposed a virtual road race as a in the context of the virtual Greta’s Run, ceded Mr. Zuckerman’s announcement Beck, who Mr. Sloan referred to as “a tion to N-95 masks and gloves, when While they have had some sus- replacement for the annual Westfield another traditional Westfield race that CONTINUED ON PAGE 6 gem in this scenario,” has covered dispatched to a COVID potential or pected COVID-19 calls to individual 5K Run and Pizza Extravaganza, one was held virtually this past week in COVID positive individual. homes, most of the COVID related of several initiatives discussed Mon- memory of WHS freshman Greta In an effort to better utilize PPE calls were at the local nursing homes day night by the Downtown Westfield Schoenemann, who was killed in 2002 Local Leaders to Aid resources, WVRS shared PPE with and assisted-living facilities in the Corporation (DWC) in preparation for by a falling tree branch. the Westfield Police Department. For area. emerging from the Coronavirus 2019 A virtual race is one in which partici- example, the two units traded small During the height of the pandemic, (COVID-19) shutdown. pants register, select their own course Reopening of Economy and extra-large gloves to ensure all Mr. Sloan said the wait to get into Sam Tooley, a 2001 Westfield High and run at a time of their choosing. police officers and squad members CONTINUED ON PAGE 6 School (WHS) graduate and owner of Times are then submitted to a central By FRED T. ROSSI serving on that subcommittee and also Alpha Performance Studio in Garwood, collection point. Mr. Tooley, who has Specially Written for The Westfield Leader advising the full Restart and Recovery suggested he would handle logistics for run two such races, said there would be AREA — Two local officials over- Advisory Council. Westfield BOE Approves the event on Sunday, July 19, a day no winner. He said it would be held to seeing revitalization efforts in their Mr. Zuckerman and Mr. Strowe are before the 19th running of the pizza raise money for the downtown busi- own downtowns also will be involved members of the board of directors of race was scheduled. nesses and keep the tradition of the in advising the state government as Downtown New Jersey (DNJ), a non- Distance-Learning Updates The proceeds from the $35 registra- race, which although a date had been New Jersey begins to reopen busi- profit organization that describes it- tion fee would go to benefit the busi- set Mr. Zuckerman mentioned out the nesses and its economy in the weeks self as a group of individuals, busi- By JENNIFER GLACKIN combination of interactive classes, nesses in downtown Westfield, or how- outset of the meeting it was “highly and months ahead. nesses, developers, government agen- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader posted lessons that may be accessed ever the DWC saw fit, Mr. Tooley told unlikely.” Earlier this month, Governor Phil cies and local and regional entities that WESTFIELD — Last week the and revisited any time by students the panel. Presumably, Mr. Zuckerman was re- Murphy established the Restart and are “passionate about downtowns.” New Jersey Department of Educa- and families, and submission of stu- “The Pizza Run is like a national holi- ferring to social-distancing require- Recovery Advisory Council that will DNJ itself will be heavily involved tion reached out to all districts re- dent work through various means. day for me,” Mr. Tooley said. “I’m one of ments and other restrictions that would provide state officials with input and with the council’s efforts, and DNJ’s questing updates on emergency edu- While all of these components are the few running nerds in town, who, just not permit the race. But some board counsel as the state slowly begins to executive director, Courtenay Mercer, cation plans due to the coronavirus available to students of all ages, Dr. like, savors the day. That said, I think we members also referred to previous dis- restart business activity that has been said last week that, “the key to a suc- pandemic, said Superintendent Dr. Dolan said it “looks very different” can make this a pretty special thing. At cussions of discontinuing the Pizza Run, mostly shut since mid-March due to cessful reopening is that consumers Margaret Dolan at Tuesday’s vir- depending on a student’s age. least that’s my ambition to do so.” asserting that a new race director needed the coronavirus pandemic that has feel confident that the businesses they tual board of education meeting. Board member Robert Garrison DWC Executive Director Bob to be found and that they believe the claimed nearly 11,000 lives in the patronize are clean and safe, and that Some of the updates required by the reported that there are on average Zuckerman said Mr. Tooley was asking event had lost its intent of promoting Garden State. The council will have employees and fellow customers are state are the overall structure of 1,100 live meetings per day in the for a $2,500 fee to run the race, which downtown businesses. nine subcommittees, including one able to practice proper social-distanc- distance learning, reaching students district, roughly 6,000 a week when board member and meeting chairman “We were going to go with the Down- devoted to “Main Street” issues. Rob- ing safety protocols to minimize the with disabilities, equitable techno- teacher meetings and weekend “ex- Lew Kimble said did not require a vote. town Westfield Virtual Pizza Run,” Mr. ert Zuckerman, executive director of possibility of transmitting infection.” logical access, nutritional assistance tra help” sessions are added in. Dr. Mr. Kimble, however, added that board Tooley said. “One of the tag lines that I the Downtown Westfield Corporation Mr. Strowe, who has overseen for students receiving free and re- Dolan also said she would empha- treasurer Jerry Eicke needed to be con- think it was Nicki (McAuliffe, DWC (DWC), and Thomas Strowe, down- Scotch Plains’ downtown redevelop- duced-price lunch, and summer pro- size the use of interactive classes to sulted to “see where it fits into the communications manager) came up said town redevelopment coordinator in ment efforts since mid-2017, told The gram plans. the state because, “the essence of Scotch Plains, will be among those CONTINUED ON PAGE 6 Dr. Dolan described the structure education is the connection between of Westfield’s distance learning as a the teacher and student.” Garwood Seeing Leveling Reaching students with disabili- ties “has a wide range,” said Dr. COVID-19 Totals Dolan. “Our teachers, related ser- Off of COVID-19 Cases COVID-19 Totals vices professionals, child study team Union County - members, our counselors are all By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL asked residents to supporting all working with parents to support our Specially Written for The Westfield Leader 15,031 cases, 977 deaths Garwood businesses. Cranford - 433 cases, 87 deaths students with disabilities, no matter GARWOOD — Mayor Sara The Mayor encouraged residents Fanwood - 88 cases, 11 deaths what their disabilities are,” she said. Todisco addressed the telephonic to take advantage of curbside pick-up Garwood - 42 cases, 2 deaths The district also is reaching out to audience at Thursday evening’s coun- in Garwood for businesses and res- Mountainside - 67 cases, 19 deaths students who are English Language cil meeting giving a COVID-19 up- taurants. Scotch Plains - 258 cases, 2 deaths Learners and their families to sup- date for the Borough. Moments of As in earlier reports, the Mayor Westfield - 271 cases, 37 deaths port them during this time. silence were observed for the two also gave the COVID-19 hotline num- Parents who need technology or Garwood residents who also lost their ber which is 1-800-222-1222 for gen- Call (908) 373-5105 to report food assistance are encouraged to battle to complications of the disease. eral questions. She noted that this symptoms and schedule testing. reach out to their building principal Mayor Todisco noted that in the hotline number was available 24- or to Dr. Dolan herself, who said last two months there had been 41 hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week and ** Numbers Current as of she will connect them with some- reported positive cases within the had multi-language capability. In ad- Wednesday Morning** borough with the two fatalities. dition, the Westfield Regional Health CONTINUED ON PAGE 6 She also reported that as of last Department was noted as (908) 789- Thursday there have not been any 1500. PAGE INDEX new cases of COVID-19 reported in In other business, it was discussed Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 10-12 Garwood since May 1. and decided that $380,000 awarded Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 7-9 The mayor and all council mem- in New Jersey Department of Trans- MARVELOUS MOMS...Diane Kontra holds a newly-delivered “Marvelous Police ...... 10 Real Estate .... 1, 7 bers thanked all of the borough’s es- portation money from the 2020 grant Mountainside Mom” T-shirt. The Mountainside Restoration Committee sold the Community ... 5, 10-12 A&E ...... 12 sential workers for their hard work would be used to re-do curbing for T-shirts to benefit #mountainsidecares, helping in local pandemic relief. See related article on Page 10. Obituary ...... 11 over the last eight weeks. They also CONTINUED ON PAGE 6 Westfield Leader only Page 6 Thursday, May 21, 2020 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A GALE FORCE MEDIA, L.L.C. PUBLICATION Mountainside OKs Outdoor Dining, If/When State Allows

By BRIAN TRUSDELL Mirabelli, who heartily endorsed the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader idea. MOUNTAINSIDE — Restaurants “From everything that I have seen in the borough will be allowed to use from all of the reports of what is outdoor areas for seating to comply believed to be Stage 2 of the with anticipated regulations if and governor’s plan to reopen, all of them, when New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy when they talk about restaurants, feel and other state officials begin easing that one of the things they’re going to restrictions mandated more than two do is recommend as much outdoor months ago to slow the spread of the seating as possible,” the mayor said. novel Coronavirus. “So, I think this is a good step, as The borough council adopted the Councilman Messler said, to help our measure at its meeting Tuesday night, restaurants get back in the swing of allowing the outdoor seating through things.” Sunday, November 1. It was one of a The council also unanimously ap- handful of actions taken during the proved an agreement with the devel- 26-minute gathering via video con- oper of the Alpine at Mountainside ference, which had to be restarted housing complex on U.S. Route 22 Photo courtesy of Richard Pelikan after it was halted five minutes into West to turn the three-year-old, age- SPRINGTIME...Nature is showing its springtime glory in Echo Lake Park. the meeting because a five-second restricted project from individually- delayed echo prevented council mem- owned condominiums into rental bers and officials from hearing each apartments. other. Although there, again, was little Garwood Board of Ed. Borough officials and council mem- discussion, the agreement was cov- bers met via the Zoom video meeting ered at length during the May 5 meet- site, with the public invited to view it ing, with Borough Attorney John Post Adopts 2020-2021 Budget on YouTube. detailing the arrangement and field- Councilman Robert Messler out- ing numerous questions from the pub- By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL school employees currently pay lined the outdoor-seating measure, lic. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader between 9 and 30 percent of the which was adopted unanimously. Mr. At issue was the five-acre, 30-unit GARWOOD — In a 6-to-3 vote, cost of their insurance based on Messler explained that a committee, Alpine Ridge development west of the board of education on Tuesday their salary. including Borough Engineer Michael New Providence Road that was ap- adopted the 2020-2021 school bud- Officials said during the upcom- Disko, zoning officials and fire and proved in the spring of 2016. It in- get on second reading with a 2.9- ing school year 294 students are police department designees, will be cluded six reduced-price units as part percent increase from last year. The expected to be served by the bor- created to review applications by the of Mountainside’s state-required regular board meeting took place ough, with an additional 64 stu- restaurants. Committee members will Mount Laurel housing obligation. via Google chat. dents served with special needs. Photo by Paul Francis Photography examine plans for table layouts and The 24 market-rate units were to be During the May 5 special budget The report noted that the district Catherine Serratelli graduates Boston College with Honors. Thanks to Dream other issues to make sure they meet sold at approximately $800,000 each, meeting, a lengthy discussion en- strives to “maintain optimal class Factory Balloons in Kenilworth, we were able to celebrate our daughter’s with whatever requirements the state but the developer only sold two of the sued between board members and size,” and “provide art, music, a graduation on Monday, May 18, from Boston College at our home in Westfield imposes. units before determining that price members of the public concerning Stokes trip, student council and with neighbors and friends driving by and socially distancing. Gov. Murphy ordered all restau- point was too high and decided to the increase from last year. At that middle-school athletics.” Paid Published Photo rants in the state closed except for change the units to rental properties, meeting Business Administrator and In other business, it was an- goleader.com/form/paid_photo.htm takeout orders in March. Mr. Post said. Board Secretary Ana Pfalzgraf went nounced that graduation signs had “This establishes a mechanism that The borough’s planning board at- over the 13-page presentation and recently been delivered to all stu- will enable the restaurants to more torney advised the builder to return to fielded hours of questions from dents graduating from eighth grade easily comply with capacity and so- the zoning panel to apply for an many citizens listening to the meet- within the district. It was further cial-distancing requirements,” Mr. amended plan, Mr. Post added. When ing. noted that caps and gowns will soon Virtual Pizza Run Messler said. “This will benefit the it did not, the borough refused to During the verbal discussion it be distributed to all those graduat- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 borough, as they are very big sup- issue certificates of occupancy and was noted that the total budget pro- ing from the Lincoln Elementary porters of the town.” Alpine sued. posed was $9,993,035, of which School as well. Graduation is sched- of the creation of a Reopen Westfield likelihood of having the annual Sweet The measure passed with little dis- Alpine lost the suit, but in her rul- $8,183,873 will be raised in taxes uled for Wednesday, June 17. No Business Council. It follows the lead of Sounds Downtown music festival, cussion, except for Mayor Paul ing, Union County Judge Katherine along with $530,300 for debt ser- other details about graduation were several other towns including Cranford, which last year was held on Tuesday Dupuis acknowledged that New Jer- vice. The report also noted that, given at this time. which have begun organizing govern- nights in July and August. sey law does not permit municipali- “the budget represents an approxi- It was announced that the current ment officials, downtown business Mayor Shelley Brindle chimed in ties from differentiating between al- mate tax impact of $1,800 per school calendar was being revised owners, property owners and others to that social-distancing rules may pre- GW Council lowing rental or purchased homes $100,000 of assessed value. The to give back the two snow days that plan for the restarting of economic ac- clude such gatherings until at least Au- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 when approving housing projects. She average home value in Garwood is were built into the schedule but were tivity in the wake of restrictions to slow gust, maybe even September. stated that Alpine needed to return to assessed at $400,890.29, making not used. In addition, special-edu- the spread of COVID-19. She suggested some of the money the 200 block of Third Avenue as well the planning board to get approval for the approximate impact per house- cation students will still learn re- “There is no switch to flick and then allocated for the festival instead be as Oak Street, Cedar Street and Hazel its amended plan. hold $4,730.50.” motely throughout the summer. It everything is open,” Mr. Zuckerman reallocated to help the downtown busi- Avenue. It was noted that the money The new plan requires the units to Many residents expressed disap- was further noted that these stu- said. “We’ve been hearing that for nesses, particularly restaurants, with awarded was $100,000 more than be leased for no less than one year and pointment regarding not having the dents will have a two-week break weeks, and that is indeed the case.” outdoor seating and tables that could be had been awarded last year. It was at $4,500 a month. The two units figures for how much the increase after school is dismissed for the Mr. Zuckerman, who noted the coun- placed on sidewalks or streets to com- also noted that the remaining already purchased were to be bought would be from last year on the aver- summer before the remote learning cil was hoping to have its first meeting ply with social distancing requirements. $200,000 of the project’s cost would by Alpine from the owners and leased age newly assessed home. It was continues. this week, said the plans might include Recorded music could be used in- be funded through a bond ordinance. back at $4,000 a month. noted that homes had recently been The next regular board meeting is designating certain downtown streets stead to add ambiance, she said. At the start of the meeting an hon- In another action, the council ap- reassessed and that the last time scheduled for Tuesday, June 16, at 7 p.m. for outdoor dining and the council would Members appeared to generally agree orary moment of silence was held for proved the hiring of Tristan O’Connor they had been assessed was in 1986. be responsible for creating rules to work that half the money usually spent on the Officer Gary Walker of the as a police officer to replace a retiring It was further noted that there within state-mandated guidelines. event be held in reserve in case guid- Bloomfield Police Department. Of- member of the police force, who was would be a 2.4-percent increase in In contrast to the virtual Pizza Run, ance from state officials still permit a ficer Walker was a member of the not identified. the employee benefits package as members appeared to be leery of the scaled-down version of the festival. Patrol Division and served as a del- the contract is due for renegotiation WF BOE egate to the Policeman’s Benevolent this year. It also was noted that CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Association. He was also an extended Advertising in one who can help. Information about family member to Councilman Rich- the free and reduced-price lunch ard McCormak. The LEADER / TIMES program also is available on the Officer Walker also served the Reopening district website. The Parent Teacher Oakland Fire Department for 33 years CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Council has provided resources to and had held the position of assistant Means PLUS BUSINESS Westfield Leader that he wants, “to support “not just the students but fire chief. for YOU! ensure that the voice of Main Street their families as well.” Board mem- It was noted that Officer Walker New Jersey, our downtowns and all ber Brendan Galligan said this was fought hard for a month against the small businesses are being heard important, as “many people’s situa- COVID-19 virus. He died on April and incorporated” into the state’s tions may have changed over the 29. strategy for reopening. “The eco- last few months.” A few days later it was a reported WVRS nomic needs of small businesses Summer programs, such as sum- that a massive funeral procession of CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 and towns like Scotch Plains must mer school or extended school year emergency vehicles and fellow first be incorporated into reopening rec- for classified students, will be vir- responders, all wearing masks lined local hospital emergency rooms was ommendations,” he stated. He said tual this year. Letters have gone out the streets of Bloomberg and moved typically an hour, even for EMS pa- reopening plans are needed not only to the parents of those students and down Hamburg Turnpike before an tients. Once a patient is assessed by for big businesses, shopping malls, the administration is already work- emotional ceremony with his wife, the team, they can choose to go to the casinos and boardwalks, but also ing with teachers on that program. Danielle Walker, and daughter, Demi hospital or stay home. Mr. Sloan said “for our yoga studios, While state requirements and Walker, outside Borough Hall was due to the long waits at emergency microbreweries, gyms and barber guidance are ever-changing in this held. rooms and the possible risk of expo- shops. We need reopening plans for situation, and they may require more Governor Phil Murphy had pub- sure, more than an average number of our smaller retailers.” updates in the future, Dr. Dolan said licly thanked Officer Walker for mak- the patients chose to “wait and see” at Mr. Strowe added that he also it was helpful to look back where ing public service his life’s work dur- home rather than be taken to the hos- wants to be “a line of communica- the district started. Since then, she ing a press conference on the state’s pital. tion between Scotch Plains, DNJ said, “We’ve learned. We’ve grown. Faithfully Serving the Public Since 1868 response to COVID 19. Officer The WVRS lost their tenant dis- and the state on reopening ideas.” We’ve tried to make it better.” Walker was 53 years old. patcher to complications from He said he will “pass along ideas Another area where state guid- 1100 East Broad Street Westfield NJ 908 232-0781 The next council meeting is sched- COVID-19, but she had not volun- from Scotch Plains’ leadership and ance is evolving is with graduation Fairviewcemetery1.com @Fairviewcemetery uled for Thursday, May 28, at 7:15 teered in the last few months due to our business community to DNJ” to ceremony plans. “We are working p.m. It will be the second reading for other health issues and had recently be added to the recovery council’s to honor our graduates as best as we “A Lasting Memorial, A Fitting Tribute” the budget and will be the fifth call-in spent time in a local rehabilitation plan. can,” Board President Peggy Oster meeting that Garwood has held. facility. Mr. Zuckerman, who has headed said. “The parents have been tre- While this time has been difficult, the DWC since March and also is mendous and creative” in finding “the businesses and the residents have president of DNJ, told The Leader ways to honor the seniors and even all shown tremendous support for us,” that it is “critically important” to planning a few surprises in the com- said Mr. Sloan. Individual supporters have DNJ on the recovery council, ing weeks, Dr. Dolan said. have dropped off food donations and “because we are the voice of our Board member Gretchan Ohlig, ' gift cards to the squad, while restau- special improvement districts that the parent of a high-school senior, rants in town have donated meals represent mom-and-pop businesses said while the situation “is incred- girls directly to the squad or comp their and landlords in our state’s down- ibly sad” and disappointing in that in order when a member goes to pick it town districts.” He said the goals, it will not look like what was ex- up curbside. 16 Prospect, Outta Hand “are to actively represent the views pected, the Westfield High School Pizza, and Five Guys have been huge of the Main Streets of New Jersey administrators and PTSO are work- supporters of the squad before and because their collective voices need ing hard to “make it special for the X during the pandemic, said Mr. Sloan. to be heard. We want to safely re- seniors.” Ms. Ohlig, along with Dr. night out “We’re not without good food,” move as many barriers as possible Dolan and Mr. Galligan, referenced laughed Mr. Sloan. as our businesses seek to reopen so other district plans or timelines that All of the gratitude and support that they can survive and continue may be on social media, but they “helps us stay motivated to continue to play an integral role in their com- noted that many of those ideas ref- this fight,” he said. munities.” erenced on social media may not Thursday DNJ has already put forth several happen due to restrictions. Westfield ideas the state can implement, be- is planning events on a staggered Take Advantage of Us, fore full reopening begins, to ease timeline in order to honor the se- Promote Your Business small business strains, including let- niors almost every week from now May 28, 2020 ting certain non-essential retail es- until graduation on Tuesday, June Display Ad Creation tablishments open by appointment 23. Stand-Alone Inserts while adhering to social distancing The next meeting of the board of Marketing Assistance and other protocols meant to limit education will be on Tuesday, June Website Banner Ads direct contacts; limiting fees 9. Details and links to the virtual meeting will be posted on the Promotional Bulletins charged by online ordering and de- livery services; giving more flex- district’s website. 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By FRED T. ROSSI ship Recreation Director DJ He said the recreation department Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Salvante said having that many con- has been following state and fed- SCOTCH PLAINS — The recre- gregating on a daily basis would be eral health guidelines and is also ation commission on Monday for- “too big a risk” to campers and consulting with national and state mally cancelled the township’s sum- staff. The priority, he said, is the camp and recreation associations mer camp programs due to con- “safety of our campers and the safety on whether summer camp programs cerns about the coronavirus out- of our staff.” Even if temperature this year are viable. One option con- break but vowed to look into alter- checks were instituted and health sidered and dispensed with, thanks native activities where possible. professionals were on site, getting to a survey of families with regis- More than 300 youths are regis- campers to adhere to social-distanc- tered campers, was to hold a virtual tered for the two summer camp pro- ing guidelines would be a “chal- camp. A majority of survey respon- grams at Brookside Park, and town- lenge.” dents were opposed to such an idea, Mr. Salvante said, with an overrid- ing sentiment being that school-age children have already spent a great deal of time sitting inside their house in front of a computer screen during classroom learning. The commission instead will spend the next two weeks brain- storming ideas for alternative pro- grams that could operate safely over the summer months, and several Fred T. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times CONTINUED ON PAGE 6 REMEMBERING OUR VETS.. Although the traditional Memorial Day ceremonies and parade have been canceled this year, dozens of banners honoring local military veterans have been hung throughout downtown Scotch Plains. COVID-19 Totals COVID-19 Totals Union County - Fanwood Introduces Budget 15,031 cases, 977 deaths Cranford - 433 cases, 87 deaths Fanwood - 88 cases, 11 deaths Garwood - 42 cases, 2 deaths With Bleak Revenue Forecast Mountainside - 67 cases, 19 deaths Scotch Plains - 258 cases, 2 deaths By MICHAEL BONACCORSO shutdown from Coronavirus pan- Although, Fanwood extended the Westfield - 271 cases, 37 deaths Specially Written for Scotch Plains Fanwood Times demic. property tax deadline until June 1 FANWOOD — The borough In addition to the borough tax, verse the traditional May 1 dead- Call (908) 373-5105 to report council introduced a borough bud- Fanwood’s portion of the school tax line, “almost all” or a large portion get Monday night of $9,520,856 of from the Scotch Plains-Fanwood of Fanwood’s property tax revenue Fred T. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times symptoms and schedule testing. BACK IN ACTION...As some public places began to reopen, last weekend's which $6,776,445 will be raised in School District is $20,869,539 with has been collected, stated Mr. spring-like weather brought out the golfers, including those at Scotch Hills ** Numbers Current as of municipal property taxes. The bud- the Union County tax estimated at Tomkins. Roughly, $400,000 to Country Club in Scotch Plains. Wednesday Morning** get comes as revenues are down $6,635,188. $500,000 remains uncollected as of significantly as a result of the state Acting Business Administrator Monday’s meeting, stated Mr. Fred Tomkins, who also serves chief Tomkins. financial officer, said the county Fanwood’s affected revenue Local Leaders to Aid and Fanwood budgets have all seen sources include municipal court dramatic revenue decreases since fees, train station parking, and rent- the COVID-19 pandemic has com- als in the parks, which all have been Reopening of Economy menced. reduced to zero for several months For the first time in recent memory since COVID guidelines began, By FRED T. ROSSI members of the board of directors of if ever, Fanwood’s budget hurdles stated Mr. Tomkins. He said Bor- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Downtown New Jersey (DNJ), a non- included “uncertain revenue collec- ough Hall remained operational, but AREA — Two local officials over- profit organization that describes it- tion,” Mr. Tomkins said. the municipal court has been closed, seeing revitalization efforts in their self as a group of individuals, busi- “We went back and cut some less people or almost no commuters own downtowns also will be involved nesses, developers, government agen- things,” he explained. utilizing the pay-for-parking spots in advising the state government as cies and local and regional entities Mayor Colleen Mahr and council at the train station, and use of parks New Jersey begins to reopen busi- that are “passionate about down- have worked alongside Mr. Tomkins and recreation facilities has been nesses and its economy in the weeks towns.” DNJ itself will be heavily to limit any possible tax increase drastically minimized. and months ahead. involved with the council’s efforts, which will arise from COVID-19 He said Fanwood’s revenue losses Earlier this month, Governor Phil and DNJ’s executive director, associated revenue loss. are permanent in terms of the 2020 Murphy established the Restart and Courtenay Mercer, said last week that, Mr. Tomkins said the 2020 bud- budget, explaining that when bud- Recovery Advisory Council that will “the key to a successful reopening is get was reduced nearly a half-mil- geting, the borough’s leadership provide state officials with input and that consumers feel confident that the lion dollars below the 2019 spend- cannot anticipate revenue which will counsel as the state slowly begins to businesses they patronize are clean ing plan of $10,013,875. “never be collected.” restart business activity that has been and safe, and that employees and fel- “We have already re-appropriated Municipal parking revenue was mostly shut since mid-March due to low customers are able to practice some funds from the open space $308,938 in 2019 while only the coronavirus pandemic that has proper social-distancing safety pro- Fred T. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times trust to keep the tax levy from going $250,000 in 2020, stated Mr. claimed nearly 11,000 lives in the tocols to minimize the possibility of SOCIAL DISTANCING AT TRADER JOE’S...Social-distancing and other re- up more than it has too,” Mr. Tomkins. Garden State. The council will have transmitting infection.” strictions are still leading to lines to enter some stores, including Trader Joe’s in Tomkins said. “We have done what we have to nine subcommittees, including one Mr. Strowe, who has overseen Westfield on Sunday morning. Council President Erin McElroy do. (We have) moved some things devoted to “Main Street” issues. Rob- Scotch Plains’ downtown redevelop- Barker explained that the funds will around,” Mr. Tomkins said. ert Zuckerman, executive director of ment efforts since mid-2017, told The be used for operating expenses re- He also expressed his concern the Downtown Westfield Corpora- Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times that Garwood Seeing Leveling lated to environmental, recreation that state officials have said tion (DWC), and Thomas Strowe, he wants, “to ensure that the voice of and historic preservation items. $755,000 the borough anticipates downtown redevelopment coordina- Main Street New Jersey, our down- Fanwood’s open space trust has from the state from the energy re- tor in Scotch Plains, will be among towns and all small businesses are Off of COVID-19 Cases additional funds verse previous ceipts tax might be in jeopardy or at those serving on that subcommittee being heard and incorporated” into years because of additional revenues the very least delayed. and also advising the full Restart and the state’s strategy for reopening. “The By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL up in Garwood for businesses and collected from reevaluation, stated “This is not insignificant in a $10- Recovery Advisory Council. economic needs of small businesses Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times restaurants. Mr. Tomkins. million budget,” Mr. Tomkins said. Mr. Zuckerman and Mr. Strowe are CONTINUED ON PAGE 6 GARWOOD — Mayor Sara As in earlier reports, the Mayor “The state has enormous losses in He noted that payments in lieu of Todisco addressed the telephonic also gave the COVID-19 hotline revenue. Income tax, sales tax, cor- taxes are projected to increase to audience at Thursday evening’s number which is 1-800-222-1222 porate tax, are off by over 60 per- $358,000 from last year’s figure of council meeting giving a COVID- for general questions. She noted cent. Sales tax and income tax rev- $227,353. He said this was from the 19 update for the Borough. Mo- that this hotline number was avail- enues are directly related to condi- Station Square at Fanwood coming ments of silence were observed for able 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a- tions of the economy,” Mr. Tomkins online. the two Garwood residents who also week and had multi-language capa- said. Mayor Mahr highlighted some lost their battle to complications of bility. In addition, the Westfield He said traditionally, Fanwood CONTINUED ON PAGE 6 the disease. Regional Health Department was will finalize their annual budget and Mayor Todisco noted that in the noted as (908) 789-1500. expected tax levy between the first last two months there had been 41 In other business, it was discussed and second quarters, Mr. Tomkins Advertising in reported positive cases within the and decided that $380,000 awarded explained. However, this year Gov- borough with the two fatalities. in New Jersey Department of Trans- ernor Phil Murphy asked local gov- The LEADER / TIMES She also reported that as of last portation money from the 2020 grant ernments to offer residents third Thursday there have not been any would be used to re-do curbing for quarter property tax estimations Means PLUS BUSINESS new cases of COVID-19 reported the 200 block of Third Avenue as which will be finalized later in the for YOU! in Garwood since May 1. well as Oak Street, Cedar Street and year. The mayor and all council mem- Hazel Avenue. It was noted that the bers thanked all of the borough’s money awarded was $100,000 more PAGE INDEX essential workers for their hard work than had been awarded last year. It Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 10-12 over the last eight weeks. They also was also noted that the remaining Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 7-9 asked residents to supporting all $200,000 of the project’s cost would Fred T. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Police ...... 10 Real Estate .... 1, 7 NOT FORGOTTEN...Despite it being closed for the past two months, a Scotch Garwood businesses. be funded through a bond ordinance. Community ... 5, 10-12 A&E ...... 12 Plains dance studio hasn't forgotten its student dancers. The Mayor encouraged residents At the start of the meeting an Obituary ...... 11 to take advantage of curbside pick- CONTINUED ON PAGE 6 Scotch Plains - Fanwood Times only Page 6 Thursday, May 21, 2020 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A GALE FORCE MEDIA, L.L.C. PUBLICATION ‘Virtual’ Pizza Run Proposed To Replace Annual Race

By BRIAN TRUSDELL said there would be no winner. He Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times said it would be held to raise money WESTFIELD — A local fitness for the downtown businesses and coach proposed a virtual road race keep the tradition of the race, which as a replacement for the annual although a date had been set Mr. Westfield 5K Run and Pizza Ex- Zuckerman mentioned out the out- travaganza, one of several initia- set of the meeting it was “highly tives discussed Monday night by unlikely.” the Downtown Westfield Corpora- Presumably, Mr. Zuckerman was tion (DWC) in preparation for referring to social-distancing re- emerging from the Coronavirus quirements and other restrictions 2019 (COVID-19) shutdown. that would not permit the race. But Sam Tooley, a 2001 Westfield some board members also referred High School (WHS) graduate and to previous discussions of discon- owner of Alpha Performance Stu- tinuing the Pizza Run, asserting that dio in Garwood, suggested he would a new race director needed to be MARVELOUS MOMS...Diane Kontra holds a newly-delivered “Marvelous handle logistics for the event on found and that they believe the event Mountainside Mom” T-shirt. The Mountainside Restoration Committee sold the Sunday, July 19, a day before the had lost its intent of promoting T-shirts to benefit #mountainsidecares, helping in local pandemic relief. See 19th running of the pizza race was downtown businesses. related article on Page 10. scheduled. “We were going to go with the The proceeds from the $35 regis- Downtown Westfield Virtual Pizza tration fee would go to benefit the Run,” Mr. Tooley said. “One of the businesses in downtown Westfield, tag lines that I think it was Nicki Mountainside OK’s Outdoor or however the DWC saw fit, Mr. (McAuliffe, DWC communications Tooley told the panel. manager) came up said ‘Raising “The Pizza Run is like a national Dough for Downtown Businesses,’ Dining, If/When State Allows holiday for me,” Mr. Tooley said. which I thought was awesome.” “I’m one of the few running nerds in Discussion of the proposed race By BRIAN TRUSDELL John Post detailing the arrange- town, who, just like, savors the day. preceded Mr. Zuckerman’s an- Specially Written for The The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times ment and fielding numerous ques- That said, I think we can make this nouncement of the creation of a MOUNTAINSIDE — Restau- tions from the public. a pretty special thing. At least that’s Reopen Westfield Business Coun- rants in the borough will be al- At issue was the five-acre, 30- my ambition to do so.” cil. It follows the lead of several lowed to use outdoor areas for seat- unit Alpine Ridge development DWC Executive Director Bob other towns including Cranford, ing to comply with anticipated west of New Providence Road that Zuckerman said Mr. Tooley was ask- which have begun organizing gov- regulations if and when New Jer- was approved in the spring of 2016. ing for a $2,500 fee to run the race, ernment officials, downtown busi- sey Governor Phil Murphy and It included six reduced-price units which board member and meeting ness owners, property owners and other state officials begin easing as part of Mountainside’s state- Photo by Paul Francis Photography chairman Lew Kimble said did not others to plan for the restarting of restrictions mandated more than required Mount Laurel housing ob- Catherine Serratelli graduates Boston College with Honors. Thanks to Dream Factory Balloons in Kenilworth, we were able to celebrate our daughter’s require a vote. Mr. Kimble, how- economic activity in the wake of two months ago to slow the spread ligation. graduation on Monday, May 18, from Boston College at our home in Westfield ever, added that board treasurer restrictions to slow the spread of of the novel coronavirus. The 24 market-rate units were to with neighbors and friends driving by and socially distancing. Jerry Eicke needed to be consulted COVID-19. The borough council adopted the be sold at approximately $800,000 to “see where it fits into the funding “There is no switch to flick and measure at its meeting Tuesday each, but the developer only sold Paid Published Photo budget.” then everything is open,” Mr. night, allowing the outdoor seating two of the units before determin- goleader.com/form/paid_photo.htm Although not providing complete Zuckerman said. “We’ve been hear- through Sunday, November 1. It ing that price point was too high details, Mr. Tooley explained the ing that for weeks, and that is in- was one of a handful of actions and decided to change the units to event in the context of the virtual deed the case.” taken during the 26-minute gather- rental properties, Mr. Post said. Greta’s Run, another traditional Mr. Zuckerman, who noted the ing via video conference, which The borough’s planning board Westfield race that was held virtu- council was hoping to have its had to be restarted after it was attorney advised the builder to re- Leveling Off ally this past week in memory of first meeting this week, said the halted five minutes into the meet- turn to the zoning panel to apply CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 WHS freshman Greta plans might include designating ing because a five-second delayed for an amended plan, Mr. Post Schoenemann, who was killed in certain downtown streets for out- echo prevented council members added. When it did not, the bor- honorary moment of silence was down Hamburg Turnpike before an 2002 by a falling tree branch. door dining and the council would and officials from hearing each ough refused to issue certificates held for Officer Gary Walker of the emotional ceremony with his wife, A virtual race is one in which be responsible for creating rules other. of occupancy and Alpine sued. Bloomfield Police Department. Of- Danielle Walker, and daughter, participants register, select their own to work within state-mandated Borough officials and council Alpine lost the suit, but in her ficer Walker was a member of the Demi Walker, outside Borough Hall course and run at a time of their guidelines. members met via the Zoom video ruling, Union County State Supe- Patrol Division and served as a del- was held. choosing. Times are then submitted In contrast to the virtual Pizza meeting site, with the public in- rior Judge Katherine Dupuis ac- egate to the Policeman’s Benevo- Governor Phil Murphy had pub- to a central collection point. Mr. Run, members appeared to be leery vited to view it on YouTube. knowledged that New Jersey law lent Association. He was also an licly thanked Officer Walker for Tooley, who has run two such races, of the likelihood of having the an- Councilman Robert Messler out- does not permit municipalities from extended family member to Coun- making public service his life’s work nual Sweet Sounds Downtown mu- lined the outdoor-seating measure, differentiating between allowing cilman Richard McCormak. during a press conference on the sic festival, which last year was which was adopted unanimously. rental or purchased homes when Officer Walker also served the state’s response to COVID 19. Of- held on Tuesday nights in July and Mr. Messler explained that a com- approving housing projects. She Oakland Fire Department for 33 ficer Walker was 53 years old. Camp August. mittee, including Borough Engi- stated that Alpine needed to return years and had held the position of The next council meeting is sched- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Mayor Shelley Brindle chimed in neer Michael Disko, zoning offi- to the planning board to get ap- assistant fire chief. uled for Thursday, May 28, at 7:15 that social-distancing rules may pre- cials and fire and police depart- proval for its amended plan. It was noted that Officer Walker p.m. It will be the second reading members put forth some ideas at clude such gatherings until at least ment designees, will be created to The new plan requires the units to fought hard for a month against the for the budget and will be the fifth Monday’s meeting, which was held August, maybe even September. review applications by the restau- be leased for no less than one year COVID-19 virus. He died on April call-in meeting that Garwood has remotely. Deanna Del Bene said She suggested some of the money rants. Committee members will and at $4,500 a month. The two 29. held. “we still want to offer something” allocated for the festival instead be examine plans for table layouts and units already purchased were to be A few days later it was a reported in place of the traditional camp pro- reallocated to help the downtown other issues to make sure they meet bought by Alpine from the owners that a massive funeral procession of grams and suggested activities like businesses, particularly restaurants, with whatever requirements the and leased back at $4,000 a month. emergency vehicles and fellow first www.goleader.com neighborhood scavenger hunts, out- with outdoor seating and tables that state imposes. In another action, the council responders, all wearing masks lined side yoga classes and outside art could be placed on sidewalks or Gov. Murphy ordered all restau- approved the hiring of Tristan the streets of Bloomberg and moved classes. Colleen Gialanella sug- streets to comply with social dis- rants in the state closed except for O’Connor as a police officer to gested smaller-scale kickball games tancing requirements. takeout orders in March. replace a retiring member of the and cross-training classes at Recorded music could be used “This establishes a mechanism police force, who was not identi- Brookside Park while Tom Donatelli instead to add ambiance, she said. that will enable the restaurants to fied. said bike-riding at the Scotch Plains- Members appeared to generally more easily comply with capacity Fanwood High School track could agree that half the money usually and social-distancing require- be another option. spent on the event be held in reserve ments,” Mr. Messler said. “This will “The goal is getting kids outside, in case guidance from state officials benefit the borough, as they are Reopening outdoors” Commission Chairman still permit a scaled-down version very big supporters of the town.” CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Mike Walsh said. He asked that of the festival. The measure passed with little alternative programs be submitted discussion, except for Mayor Paul and towns like Scotch Plains must be to the recreation department and Mirabelli, who heartily endorsed incorporated into reopening recom- the commission by Monday, June 1 the idea. mendations,” he stated. He said re- in order to give officials adequate “From everything that I have seen opening plans are needed not only for time to get organized. Bleak from all of the reports of what is big businesses, shopping malls, casi- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 believed to be Stage 2 of the nos and boardwalks, but also “for our governor’s plan to reopen, all of yoga studios, microbreweries, gyms Take Advantage of Us, 2019 budget successes which in- them, when they talk about restau- and barber shops. We need reopening Promote Your Business clude Fanwood winning New Jer- rants, feel that one of the things plans for our smaller retailers.” sey Monthly’s 2019 “Small Town they’re going to do is recommend Mr. Strowe added that he also wants Display Ad Creation Showdown” after being voted Best as much outdoor seating as pos- to be “a line of communication be- Stand-Alone Inserts Small Town in New Jersey. sible,” the mayor said. “So, I think tween Scotch Plains, DNJ and the Marketing Assistance The Fanwood Animal Hospital this is a good step, as Councilman state on reopening ideas.” He said he Website Banner Ads and their 6,000-square-foot facility Messler said, to help our restau- will “pass along ideas from Scotch is now operating at 137 South Av- rants get back in the swing of Plains’ leadership and our business Promotional Bulletins enue, stated Mayor Mahr. things.” community to DNJ” to be added to Online-Only Supplements Throughout 2019, Fanwood im- The council also unanimously ap- the recovery council’s plan. Faithfully Serving the Public Since 1868 Email Sponsorships proved the downtown with 33 lamp proved an agreement with the de- Mr. Zuckerman, who has headed posts sanded and repainted and Contact Jeff Gruman, veloper of the Alpine at the DWC since March and also is 1100 East Broad Street Westfield NJ 908 232-0781 newly constructed basketball and Mountainside housing complex on Sales Manager president of DNJ, told The Times that Fairviewcemetery1.com @Fairviewcemetery pickleball courts were installed at U.S. Route 22 West to turn the it is “critically important” to have 908-232-4407 Forest Road Park, Mayor Mahr three-year-old, age-restricted DNJ on the recovery council, “be- “A Lasting Memorial, A Fitting Tribute” [email protected] stated. project from individually-owned cause we are the voice of our special goleader.com/form/bulletin In addition, Stewart Place and condominiums into rental apart- improvement districts that represent Ginder Place were paved utilizing a ments. mom-and-pop businesses and land- 2019 state grant, stated Mayor Mahr Although there, again, was little lords in our state’s downtown dis- and a 2020 state grant will be used discussion, the agreement was cov- tricts.” He said the goals, “are to to repave Elm Place, Tower Place, ered at length during the May 5 actively represent the views of the and Willow Avenue. meeting, with Borough Attorney Main Streets of New Jersey because ' their collective voices need to be girls heard. We want to safely remove as in many barriers as possible as our busi- nesses seek to reopen so that they can survive and continue to play an inte- gral role in their communities.” DNJ has already put forth several X ideas the state can implement, before night out full reopening begins, to ease small business strains, including letting cer- tain non-essential retail establish- ments open by appointment while adhering to social distancing and other Thursday protocols meant to limit direct con- tacts; limiting fees charged by online ordering and delivery services; giv- May 28, 2020 ing more flexibility to restaurants to expand outdoor dining and alcohol consumption; enacting eviction pro- tections for commercial properties; extending business-interruption insur- ance coverage to pandemic-related losses; and creating a commercial rent assistance program for tenants. Start Your Sales Engines!

Photo Courtesy of Richard Pelikan SPRINGTIME...Mountainside is showing its springtime glory in Echo Lake Park. goleader.com/form/bulletin Page 2 Thursday, May 21, 2020 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A GALE FORCE MEDIA, L.L.C. PUBLICATION July 7 Primary to Be Cranford BOE Welcomes Mostly By Vote-by-Mail New Assistant Principal By JENNIFER GLACKIN Cranford residents about the poten- COUNTY — Union County Clerk promptly, so that your voice may be Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Joanne Rajoppi has advised resi- heard on Election Day.” tial impact COVID-19 will have on dents that New Jersey Governor Phil Also in accordance with Governor CRANFORD — The board of edu- the budget. However, there has been Murphy has ordered that the up- Murphy’s order, a limited number of cation approved a candidate for an no guidance from state or federal coming July 7 Primary Election will secure ballot drop-off locations will assistant principal position at officials on this front. take place primarily by mail-in bal- be available for persons who cannot Cranford High School starting Au- “We will face whatever comes our lot in order to help reduce the spread return their ballots by U.S. Post. A gust 1. Justin Roach will replace Bar- way in terms of budgeting the way we of the COVID-19 virus. Existing limited number of in-person polling bara Carroll who is retiring in July. always do in Cranford – together,” New Jersey state law permits all places will also be provided for vot- Mr. Roach was a high-school En- Dr. Rubin said. Board President Kurt eligible voters to use a mail-in bal- ers who are unable to use a mail-in glish teacher in Wall Township and Petschow added, “When there is lot, for any reason. ballot. Ballot drop-off and in-person Manasquan Public Schools, where he something to report we definitely “My office has anticipated that sig- polling place locations will be posted was the advisor to multiple clubs and will.” nificantly more voters will use a mail- on unioncountyvotes.com when avail- coach for various sports teams. He Cranford resident Mark Zucker in ballot during the COVID-19 out- able. then became the humanities supervi- asked if the board had any idea on break, and we have already begun For more information about all sor for grades 6 to 12 and supervisor of what next year’s school year would printing additional ballots,” Ms. County Clerk programs and services, instruction for grades K to 8. He gradu- look like or if the board had any Rajoppi said. “We have been prepar- visit online at ucnj.org/county-clerk ated from Monmouth University with tentative date to hear of future plans. ing well in advance to ensure that or call (908) 527-4787. a bachelor’s degree in English and Dr. Rubin responded that he is a part education before earning a master’s of the state’s task force for school every eligible voter in Union County For more information and updates Photo Courtesy of Susan Baldani has the opportunity to participate in on all Union County services during SQUAD LEADERSHIP ...National EMS Week is being held from this week, May degree in education, also at Monmouth. reopening that is reaching out to health the July 7 Primary while observing the COVID-19 outbreak, including 17 through the 23. Due to COVID-19, the Scotch Plains Rescue Squad cannot hold Mr. Roach received the Caryl Sills officials for guidance. Dr. Rubin also precautions against spreading or con- guidance for the test center, visit any of the special events it had planned this week, but are hoping that it can be done English Teaching Award at Monmouth. said that Cranford’s own COVID-19 tracting the virus.” ucnj.org/coronavirus-update. at a later date. Pictured here are Squad Chief Carolyn Sorge and Squad President Mr. Roach said he is excited to join task force has already begun to iden- The county clerk will provide all Dan Sullivan. Cranford public schools to help “build tify and “address some ideas that are postage for mail-in ballots and appli- on the tradition and excellence of out there,” but they ultimately will be cations. In addition, all envelopes Murphy Exec. Order Cranford High School.” guided by the state’s instructions and will be self-sealing. Addresses Primary Cranford High School class of 2020 “the state has not yet given us a time- The following adjustments have will continue to wait for a graduation table.” been made to normal mail-in ballot- Election Ballots plan, said Superintendent Dr. Scott While learning will continue virtu- ing procedures in Union County and TRENTON — Governor Phil Rubin as he awaits more information ally for this year, at least, Dr. Rubin throughout New Jersey: Murphy signed an executive order from the state. Governor Phil Murphy said the survey sent out to the district · All registered Democrats and last Friday automatically sending ev- announced last week that schools parents and students has come back Republicans will automatically re- ery registered voter a pre-paid mail- could plan a drive-by variation of “overwhelmingly positive” and while ceive a vote-by-mail ballot in June. in ballot or application for the state’s graduation ceremonies, where all stu- they will continue to adjust, like add- · All registered voters who are not Tuesday, July 7 Primary Election. dents and parents/guardians would ing live virtual specials classes for the affiliated with a political party, and “This measure ensures all New Jer- remain in their cars. Mr. Rubin said elementary schools (such as music, all inactive voters, will automatically sey voters will have the opportunity the district’s COVID-19 task force is art, Spanish, physical education and receive a vote-by-mail application in to cast their vote without risking their currently creating ceremony options. library) this past week, the district June. These voters must fill out and health during the COVID-19 pan- Students and parents would be able to will plan to continue with the current return the application in order to re- demic,” according to a press release vote for their preferred plan. Dr. Rubin plan moving forward. To help keep ceive their vote-by-mail ballot. from the Democratic Governors As- also said that if future guidance comes students safe during distance learn- · Sample ballots will be posted on sociation. Photo Courtesy of Susan Baldani from the state that allows for “greater ing, the board accepted a $17,700 unioncountyvotes.com prior to Elec- The governor’s order also main- EMS WEEK...Members of the Scotch Plains Rescue Squad are shown above. The flexibility moving forward” the task grant from the Cranford Fund for week of May 17 to May 23 is National EMS Week. Unforunately, due to the force will “happily adapt” to accom- Educational Excellence to purchase tion Day; they will not be mailed to tains that at least one in-person poll- COVID-19 pandemic, the Scotch Plains Rescue Squad cannot hold any of the voters. ing station will be open in every mu- modate to that plan. an annual subscription to Gaggle special events it had planned this week, but the squad hopes that it can be done at The board is also waiting on guid- Safety Management Software. While The following deadlines apply for nicipality for those who need it, and a later date. the July 7 Primary Election: that at least 50 percent of polling ance for end of the year closures, as to the district already has filtering soft- · Residents who wish to register to locations in each county shall be open when and how students and teachers ware to keep the student’s safe online, vote must do so by Tuesday, June 16. provided that sufficient poll workers EMS Week: Honoring The may be able to enter the buildings to Gaggle “takes (internet security) to Registration forms are available are available. clean out classrooms, lockers, and another level,” said Dr. Rubin. online at unioncountyvotes.com. Gov. Murphy announced last Fri- desks of personal items. The next meeting of the Cranford · Applications for a mail-in ballot day that the Primary “will be a prima- People Who Answer The Call Dr. Rubin and Robert Carfagno, board meeting will be on Monday, must be filled out and returned to the rily vote-by-mail election.” the district’s business administrator, June 8. Details for the virtual meeting county clerk by Sunday, June 30 in The plan, according to a Politico SCOTCH PLAINS — This year, have also shown their gratitude by have had inquiries from concerned will be posted on the district’s website. order to receive a mail-in ballot in report, is to have county clerks auto- National EMS Week is being held delivering meals to the EMTs on duty. time for the Primary Election. matically send mail-in ballots to the from May 17 through the 23. Insti- This outpouring of appreciation has Justin Roach Named New · Mail-in ballots must be post- state’s 2.3 million Democrats and 1.3 tuted in 1974 by President Gerald made a meaningful impact on all those marked no later than July 7 and re- million Republicans, according to Ford, it’s a time to recognize and serving. ceived by the Board of Elections no news accounts. The state’s 2.4 mil- celebrate EMS practitioners and the The all-volunteer Scotch Plains CHS Assistant Principal later than Sunday, July 14. lion unaffiliated voters will be sent important work they do in our nation’s Rescue Squad also welcomes new “My office is working with offi- applications for vote-by-mail ballots. communities. members to assist with calls, as well CRANFORD — The Cranford writer where he was responsible se- cials in all 21 municipalities to help In-person polling places will be Due to COVID-19, the Scotch as standbys at high school football Board of Education has announced curing tens of thousands of dollars in alert voters as to upcoming mailings available for voters, but those ballots Plains Rescue Squad cannot hold any games, the summer concerts on the that Justin Roach has been named the competitive grant funds from sources and deadlines,” added Ms. Rajoppi. will be by provisional ballots only, of the special events it had planned Village Green, Scotch Plains Day, new assistant principal of Cranford like Sustainable Jersey, Hackensack “Please do not let your ballot, or your according to Politico. In-person vot- this week, but hopefully they can be and other community events. In addi- High School. Mr. Roach was selected Meridian Health, and the New Jersey ballot application, sit under a stack of ing will be limited to ensure social done at a later date. In its 83rd year of tion, squad members provide demon- after an extensive search process Health Communities Network. other mail. Fill it out and return it distancing. service, this life-saving organization’s strations for Boy and Girl Scout which included multiple interviews Mr. Roach was also involved in volunteers are proud to be here for the troops, clubs, and any other groups with the selection committee, reviews many district-wide initiatives includ- community of Scotch Plains and sur- that may be interested in learning of work samples, and a thorough ref- ing overseeing federal Title and MVC Extends Deadlines on rounding towns, handling all types of about what the squad does. erence check, according to a district Perkins grant funding and serving on emergency calls. Please feel free to contact the SPRS press release. the strategic planning committee, Squad members are thankful for regarding donating or volunteering at Mr. Roach began his career as a QSAC review committee, and school Licenses, Registrations the continuous financial support of [email protected] high school English teacher in Wall crisis/emergency management team. TRENTON — Governor Phil ing documents (below), if expiring be- the community, which has made it or (908) 322-2103(for non-emergen- Township Schools and Manasquan Mr. Roach earned his Bachelor of Murphy and New Jersey Motor Ve- tween March 13 and May 31, have been possible to carry out its mission of cies). Public Schools. During those 12 years, English and Education degree from hicle Commission Chief Administra- extended to July 31. Documents expir- caring for its neighbors since 1937. Contributing Author Susan Baldani he also served in numerous roles such Monmouth University, then contin- tor Sue Fulton announced Monday ing June 30 are extended two months to Recently, during the COVID-19 cri- is a life member of the Scotch Plains as mock trial advisor, literary club ued at Monmouth for a Masters of that additional extensions to driver August 31, and those expiring July 31 sis, residents and business owners Rescue Squad. advisor, athletic site supervisor, and Education degree, graduating summa license, registration, and inspection are extended to September 30: head coach for girls cross country, cum laude. He was also the recipient expiration dates in their continuing All Standard driver licenses (in- boys track and field, and JV boys of the Caryl K. Sills Teaching Award. efforts to mitigate COVID-19 and cluding permits) and standard non- House Approves Heroes lacrosse. In 2016, while remaining at Mr. Roach lives in Toms River with safeguard public health. driver IDs, privately owned and com- Manasquan Public Schools, Mr. his wife, Jacqueline, and son, Rohan. Effective immediately, the follow- mercial vehicle registrations, vehicle Roach moved into administration as He said he feels honored and excited inspections, purple heart/disabled Act, Now Before Senate supervisor of humanities for grades 6 to be joining the Cranford team this veteran placards and temporary tags. to 12, and then in 2018, as supervisor summer and looks forward to “Extending the expiration dates WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Health security — with COBRA partnering with faculty, students, par- House of Representatives passed of instruction and STEM for grades further is the right move with our subsidies and a special enrollment K to 8. During this time he served as ents/guardians, and community mem- Rely agencies closed to the public, as we Health and Economic Recovery Om- period in the ACA exchanges for those bers to determine how he can best nibus Emergency Solutions Act or district HIB/Affirmative Action of- work to stamp out the threat of without insurance. ficer, as well as the district grant serve the community. COVID-19 together,” Ms. Fulton Heroes Act, the latest legislation to Workplace security —requiring the said. “We continue to urge eligible address the coronavirus health and Occupational Safety and Health Ad- On Us customers to renew their licenses economic crisis. This bill will pro- ministration (OSHA) to ensure that and registrations online at vide support for struggling families all workplaces develop science-based Coleman Applauds Hazard NJMVC.gov.” and essential workers, with funds for infection control plans and prevent- to be By law, Chief Administrator Fulton testing and tracing measures, key sup- ing employers from retaliating against has the authority to extend expiration port for frontline workers and workers who report problems. Pay Inclusion In Heroes Act dates when a State of Emergency has strengthened assistance for the Ameri- Housing security – with $175 bil- been declared. Governor Murphy can people. lion in new supports to assist renters WASHINGTON, D.C. — Follow- employment clerks, the group home Your extended the State of Emergency and In a press release announcing the and homeowners make monthly rent, ing the release of the text of the He- workers, and thousands of people who Public Health Emergency on May 6 bill’s passage, Congressman Tom mortgage and utility payments and roes Act, Congresswoman Bonnie are risking their own health to help not as part of the state’s coordinated Malinowski (D-7th, Somerville) said other housing-related costs. Watson Coleman (D-12th, Trenton) only their own family, but all families,” Trusted COVID-19 response. he has been fighting hard to ensure Food security — with a 15 percent applauded the inclusion of hazard said Hetty Rosenstein, New Jersey di- On March 13, the NJMVC initially that local governments, regardless of increase to the maximum SNAP ben- pay for all frontline workers, a provi- rector of the Communications Workers announced two-month extensions for population size, receive the funding efit and additional funding for nutri- sion she had sought in recent weeks. of America. “We need to recognize these licenses, registrations, and inspection they need to cover coronavirus-re- tion programs that help families put “We rely on warehouse workers to heroic workers and this bill does that.” Platform stickers expiring in March, April, and lated expenditures and revenue loss, food on the table. ship us the goods we order online, “As new challenges continue to May, timelines that have now been so they can continue to pay health Protects U.S. democracy with new grocery clerks to keep stores stocked, emerge as a result of this pandemic, pushed back. care workers, police, fire, transporta- resources to ensure safe elections, an transit workers to move doctors and our officers are being stretched thin, Display Ad Creation The NJMVC encourages custom- tion, EMS, teachers and other vital accurate Census, and preservation of nurses and other healthcare profes- yet continue to show up and do their Stand-Alone Inserts ers to utilize online services, which workers. The legislation passed pro- the Postal Service. sionals around, nursing home staff to jobs without complaint,” said Will- have been expanded during the vides nearly $1 trillion for state and Includes Mr. Malinowski’s Provid- care for elderly family members. iam Sullivan, president of the New Email Marketing COVID-19 crisis. In most cases, cus- local governments. In addition to this, ing Protective Equipment (PPE) Act These workers are essential to keep- Jersey State Policemen’s Benevolent Website Banner Ads tomers can renew a license, replace a the Heroes Act: of 2020 that will ensure that the United ing basic services running, and they’re Association Local 105. The labor lost license, change an address, re- Provides support for our local he- States has a properly stocked and main- putting their lives and the lives of union represents the nearly 6,000 Promotional Bulletins new a registration, and complete other roes by establishing a $200-billion tained Strategic National Stockpile their families in jeopardy with every correctional police officers and pa- transactions through the NJMVC’s fund to ensure that essential workers (SNS) to combat future health crises. shift,” the Congresswoman said in a role officers across the state. online services portal. across the country receive hazard pay. “Every municipal government in press release. “I’ve been vocal in the Eddie Donnelly, president of New 908-232-4407 Customers also should check Commits another $75 billion for my district will soon be struggling to push for hazard pay that acknowl- Jersey Firefighters Mutual Benevolent [email protected] NJMVC.gov for the latest informa- the testing, tracing and treatment in pay teachers, police officers and edges the risks they’re taking, and I Association (FMBA), added that, “Dur- tion and updates. order to safely reopen the country firefighters as the economic shutdown am thrilled to see this provision in- ing this public health crisis, it is impera- and helping ensure that every Ameri- cuts into local revenues,” Congress- cluded in the bill released by Demo- tive that the first-responder community can can access free coronavirus treat- man Malinowski said. “This bill will cratic leadership today. This is an and fellow essential workers receive ment. provide the relief our small towns example of our continuing commit- hazard pay while they are on the front- This is your new home Removes the $10,000 cap on the need to get through this crisis, and on ment to fight for working families.” line, risking their lives daily to provide State and Local Tax deduction for the road to recovery. The Senate must Congresswoman Watson Coleman necessary services to the public.” we are talking about 2020 and 2021 known as SALT. take up this legislation immediately.” previously announced the Essential “Nursing home workers do some Provides a second round of direct Pay for Essential Workers Act, legis- of the most difficult, physically and payments to families up to $6,000 per lation that would pay workers pro- emotionally draining work there is, household, and new payroll protec- When You viding essential services an additional yet rarely receive fair compensation tion measures to keep 60 million $15 per hour in compensation, on top for their life-saving responsibilities,” workers connected with their jobs. Want Results– of their regular pay. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, May 21, 2020 Page 3 Peyton's Peek at the Week In Politics By Paul Peyton of The Leader/Times State Settles Brennan Lawsuit going to be severe (for schools), and On Rape Allegation for $1 Mil. roughly 80 percent of school district Katie Brennan, a campaign volun- budgets are people costs,” Mr. Bozza teer whose rape allegations against told nj.com. “Nobody wants to be a former campaign adviser Al Alvarez doomsdayer, but there is only so much led to legislative hearings and prom- you can do.” ised reforms, has settled her lawsuit He said districts will have a better against the state and Governor Phil idea on teacher layoffs by mid-June. Murphy’s campaign for $1 million, The Murphy administration antici- according to published reports. pates state revenue projections an- According to a nj.com report, the nounced in February will be down CANCELLED...The Summit Police Department has announced the cancellation state and the Murphy campaign will $10 million in this year’s budget. The SHIELDS FOR HEROES...Funds raised by the Rotary Club of Westfield will of all sessions of its upcoming 2020 summer Youth Academy to protect the health pay $1 million of which $600,000 is administration is required to announce provide 250 face shields for use at two local hospitals. This photo from Massachu- and safety of participants, and to comply with restrictions from the State of New going to a charity of Ms. Brennan’s a more detailed revenue projection setts Institute of Technology illustrates the face shield. Jersey related to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. The program was sched- choice and $400,000 to her attorneys. by today, May 22, according to uled to take place in from July 20 to 31. Neither side admitted any wrongdo- nj.com. ing. Pallone: New Jersey to Receive Rotary Donates Face Shields Ms. Brennan has said she is direct- More Than $613 Mil. for Testing County COVID Test Ctr. ing the $600,000 portion of the settle- Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (D- ment to the Waterfront Project, a non- 6th, Long Branch) announced last To Aid Frontline Heroes Now Open to All Residents profit group in Hudson County that week that New Jersey will receive will use the donation to help low- more than $613 million to expand WESTFIELD — The Rotary Club ture 50,000 of these shields a day. of Westfield has raised $770 to pur- Polymershapes, Inc. has 80 manufac- COUNTY — The Union County testing capacity within our communi- income survivors of sexual assault. coronavirus testing in the state. The Newspapers Suing SBA for funding was established under the chase 250 face shields which will turing facilities around the United COVID-19 Drive-Through Test Cen- ties, building data that will capture be donated to the Children’s Spe- States and can ramp up production of ter at Kean University is now avail- virus rates to be used to help get our Who Received PPA Grants $484-billion Paycheck Protection The Washington Post, The New York Program and Health Care Enhance- cialized Hospital in Mountainside the face shields to millions per day as able to all county residents who wish economy restarted responsibly in our and Overlook Medical Center in demand requires. to be tested, whether or not they are county,” Freeholder Chairman Times, Bloomberg, ProPublica and ment Act or COVID 3.5. It included Dow Jones — which publishes The $25 billion to increase testing. Presi- Summit. If anyone wishes to help frontline experiencing symptoms. The change Alexander Mirabella said. Rotarian Phil Richardson an- health-care heroes, checks can be in testing began on Monday. Asymptomatic Union County resi- Wall Street Journal — are suing the dent Donald Trump signed the legis- Small Business Administration (SBA) lation on April 24. nounced that his alma mater — Mas- made payable to: The Westfield Ro- The test center, which offers free dents, first responders and frontline sachusetts Institute of Technology tary Club Foundation, Inc. and sent testing, is also available to all first health workers who work in Union after it refused to release which busi- “We cannot successfully defeat this nesses were receiving money through virus and safely reopen our economy (MIT) — has developed an inexpen- to The Rotary Club of Westfield, c/o responders and frontline health work- County who wish to be tested can make sive face shield for medical workers. The Westfield Area YMCA, 220 ers who are asymptomatic and that an appointment by logging onto the the $660-billion Paycheck Protection without increased testing for COVID- Program (PPP), according to a report 19. This funding will help New Jer- The face shield is adjustable, light- Clark Street, Westfield, N.J. 07090. work in Union County, regardless of Union County website www.ucnj.org weight and designed to be worn com- The Westfield Rotary Club Founda- their residence. The testing site will and clicking on the COVID-19 sched- in The Hill. sey increase testing capacity as we The publications had initially re- work together to lower transmission fortably for long periods of time. It tion, Inc. is a 501c3, so contribu- remain committed to testing all first uling link. provides extended splash coverage tions are tax-deductible. Contribu- responders and frontline health work- The hotline will still be available to quested the information through the rates,” Congressman Pallone said. “I Freedom of Information Act, accord- will continue to push the Trump Ad- and prolongs the usable life of N95 tors are asked to write “For Face ers who have symptoms and a pre- residents without internet, first re- respirators and masks. Shields” on the check. scription from a doctor as long as sponders and front-line health work- ing to the report. ministration to develop a national test- Under the program, small busi- ing strategy.” The face shields come in boxes of Interested persons are invited to they live or work in New Jersey, ac- ers who are experiencing symptoms 125 and cost $385 per box. follow the Rotary Club of Westfield cording to a county press release. of the virus. Please call (908) 214- nesses can receive loans that can be The House also passed the $3-tril- 100 percent forgivable if the money lion-Health and Economic Recovery MIT and Polymershapes, Inc. have on Facebook, or visit its website at “This expansion of the test center 7107 or (908) 373-5105 to be triaged collaborated to make the shields. MIT westfieldrotary.com. For additional will mirror the state’s goal to increase and scheduled for a test. is used to pay for eight weeks of Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act, payroll plus 25 percent of all over- or Heroes Act, on May 12 that would has licensed the design royalty free, information, contact Rotary Club head costs during that time. require the Trump Administration to with no financial interest. Secretary Dr. D. Michael Hart by The SBA has been criticized after develop comprehensive plans for ro- Polymershapes, Inc. will manufac- email at [email protected]. Programs Offered on large publicly traded companies re- bust testing and contact tracing and ceived grants from the program. Shake provides the funding necessary to ‘Songs of the Suffragists’ Gardening, Environment Shack and Ruth’s Chris Steak House implement it. have returned the PPP funds they “I will continue to work with my COUNTY — As gardening sea- den. received, according to the report. colleagues to ensure New Jersey has Completed After Two Years son comes into full swing, Union The Plant This, Not That guide GOP Calls for Creation of Panel the resources we need in order to ease County residents can get remote as- assists residents in selecting native On Murphy Response to COVID social distancing and safely reopen REGION — The League of Women “We owe special thanks to the sistance improving their yards and plants for the garden. Plant This, Not The 15 members of the Senate Re- the economy,” Mr. Pallone said. Voters Berkeley Heights, New Provi- Intellectual Property Law Clinic of raising backyard vegetable gardens That was created by a local Girl publican caucus have sent a letter to Mr. Pallone said the Heroes Act dence and Summit has spent the last Rutgers University, and in particu- while protecting the environment, Scout with assistance from the Union Senate President Steve Sweeney (D- also provides $75 billion in grants two years, (including members and lar to Sabrina Bazelais, Vincent too. Residents with yard and garden County Department of Parks and 3rd, Gloucester) calling for the for- to public health departments and our high school/college interns) put- Delriccio and Jason Tarella, who questions can contact the free Gar- Recreation to show how to use col- mation of a Senate Select Committee workforce agencies to support test- ting together “Songs of the Suffrag- provided us with copyright guid- den Helpline at (908) 654-9852 or orful native plants instead of inva- on the Governor Phil Murphy’s ing and contact tracing with special ists: Lyrics of American Feminism ance and advice,” according to the [email protected]. sive species. administration’s response to the consideration for hotspots and popu- from 1850 to 2020,” as part of its League. The Garden Helpline is a service The Master Gardeners program is COVID-19 Pandemic. The Senators, lations experiencing disparities. fundraising for local student scholar- of the Rutgers Master Gardeners of run by the Rutgers Cooperative Exten- led by Minority Leader Tom Kean Jr. Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, ship awards and celebration of the Union County, run by the Rutgers sion of Union County. It is supported of Westfield, said they were espe- a Republican from Kentucky, called Centennial. Senate Passes Bill Cooperative Extension of Union by the Freeholder Board as part of a cially concerned of the Murphy the legislation a “big laundry list of Citing more than 80 sources and Expanding Access County and supported in part by the national county-based community ag- Administration’s COVID response on pet priorities,” according to a including more than 40 images, Freeholder Board. riculture program under the umbrella long-care facilities (LTCs) and jails. forbes.com report. “Songs of the Suffragists: Lyrics of To Workers Comp. Other Rutgers Cooperative Exten- of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. “It’s unfathomable that the adminis- Corrado: Taxpayers Will Be On American Feminism from 1850 to TRENTON — Senator Nicholas sion remote learning services are The Extension offices are located in tration would prevent patients enter- Hook for $1.4 Mil. In Settlements 2020” narrates the history of Ameri- Scutari (D-22nd, Linden) issued the also available to gardeners during the county’s Colleen Fraser Building ing LTCs from being tested at the same State Senator Kristin Corrado (R- can feminism from the 19th Century following statement on the Senate the COVID-19 outbreak. in Westfield, and the Demonstration time the governor was calling for broad 40th, Totowa) says New Jersey tax- through the modern era. Each chapter passing legislation, S-2380, he spon- Earth Day at Home is a new inter- Garden is located in the county’s statewide testing. Even worse, nursing payers will be on the hook for $1.35 includes an excerpt of song lyrics sored which would expand access to active webinar series about eco- Watchung Reservation near the homes were forced to accept patients million of settlement payments re- from the relevant period, along with a workers’ compensation and other ben- friendly yard and garden care, and Trailside Nature and Science Center. who were known to have tested posi- sulting from allegations of wrong- well-researched commentary regard- efits for front-line workers sickened related topics, continuing through For quick links to all Union County tive for COVID-19,” the Senators doing by the Murphy Administra- ing the song and the woman’s move- by the coronavirus: May and into June. New gardeners environmental programs and activi- stated. “To date, nearly half of New tion. ment at that time. “New Jersey’s essential workers can learn how to start vegetable seeds ties, visit The Green Connection Jersey’s COVID-19 fatalities occurred “At the same time Governor (Phil) The book is 66 pages long and are tasked with leaving the security of indoors and how to find an appropri- ucnj.org/green-connection/ online at among the vulnerable populations of Murphy is warning that state rev- provides a foundation for book club their homes to provide an essential ate location to start a backyard gar- ucnj.org/green-connection. our LTCs. It’s imperative that we un- enues are ‘falling off a cliff’ and beg- programming around the centen- service to their community, putting derstand why the administration forced ging for a multi-billion dollar federal nial. them at far greater risk of contracting this disastrous approach,” according bailout (due to COVID-19), he’s This book was started by COVID-19,” Senator Scutari said. to the letter. making big payments to settle claims LWVBHNPS interns in the spring of “The men and women of our Webinars Focus on “Similarly, we warned that inmates, of wrongdoing by his administration,” 2018 with the help of LWV members workforce, on the front lines of this corrections officers, and communi- Sen. Corrado said. “His mismanage- Pat Dolan and LWV President Susan public health crisis, deserve to have ties then untouched by the coronavirus ment of Katie Brennan’s allegations Ferris Rights, both of New Provi- workers’ compensation benefits af- Healthy Meals were put at unnecessary risk due to and patronage at the SDA (Schools dence. forded to them if they become ill with continued transfers from prison fa- Development Authority) come at a “Songs of the Suffragists: Lyrics of the virus. It is our responsibility to COUNTY — From dandelion greens puter, tablet, or smart phone with cilities in areas with high-infection real cost to taxpayers when they can American Feminism from 1850 to ensure our workers are protected, es- to bone health and the secrets of the speakers. rates long after it was safe to do so. As least afford it.” 2020” was then researched, and pecially when their health is at risk Mediterranean diet, health experts from Topics include how to prepare a result of the administration’s failure On May 6, it was reported that the drafted by the LWV-BHNPS’s high while making sure the essential op- the Rutgers Cooperative Extension are greens, improve bone health, satisfy to listen to repeated concerns, many SDA agreed to pay $550,000 to a school and college interns in both erations continue functioning sharing their knowledge with the Union picky eaters, avoid stress-eating, read of which came internally from woman who claims she was forced 2018 and 2019. Interns included throughout this uncertain moment in County community through the new nutrition labels, spot hidden sugars, NJDOC (New Jersey Department of out of her job at the agency after Bridget Bowen, Julia Haas, Stephanie time.” “Wellness on Wednesday” free live and much more. Corrections) employees, COVID-19 raising alarms about political patron- Lioudis, and Elizabeth Moshkevich. webinars. The weekly series focuses on The series is free but registration is was allowed to spread to inmates, age. It was also announced that that a Each brought their insight and per- practical, affordable tips for improving required to join. For a list of topics officers, and host communities that $1 million would be paid to Katie spective to the creation of this book. Start Your diet and overall well-being. with more details and registration could have been protected,” the Sena- Brennan to settle a lawsuit regarding LWV member Laura Engelhardt Wellness on Wednesday features links, visit Rutgers University online tors said. “We now know that a num- rape allegations “and the of Summit was able to work with all Sales Engines! experts from the Rutgers Univer- at sebsnjaesnews.rutgers.edu. ber of inmates and dedicated correc- administration’s botched response,” the interns, edit and create the final sity Department of Family and Com- For more Extension online pro- tions officers have died due to the Senator said. According to pub- version that is now for sale on Ama- goleader.com/form/bulletin munity Health Sciences. The series grams, including environmental top- COVID-19 infections that may have lished reports, the state will pay zon. takes place every Wednesday at 2 ics, yard and garden care, and 4-H been preventable. We must try to un- $800,000, with the remainder to be p.m. from now until August 26. Each clubs for youth, visit the Rutgers derstand what purpose the adminis- paid by Governor Murphy’s cam- session last approximately 45 min- Cooperative Extension of Union tration believes was served by mov- paign. Celebrating Our 30th Year! utes. Participants will need a com- County online at ucnj.org/rce. ing inmates from ‘hot zone’ prisons in Sen. Corrado said she served as North Jersey to communities further vice-chair of the Legislative Select south that had remained infection Oversight Committee, which investi- Senate OKs Bill to Extend free.” gated how taxpayer money was being Bozza: ‘Significant Cuts’ misused by the administration to make Expected in School Budgets inappropriate and, at times, illegal See why Grace Period for Appeals Richard Bozza, executive director patronage hires. TRENTON — Acting to provide make decisions on the appeals by Sep- of the New Jersey Association of millions trust homeowners with more time to ap- tember 30. A property’s tax assess- School Administrators, told nj.com peal tax assessments because of the ment is based on its value as of Octo- last week than many school districts disruption of the COVID-19 crisis, ber 1 of the prior year. The deadlines to have told non-tenured educators they ADS PLACED IN us for Home the state Senate has approved legisla- file appeals fall between April 1 and won’t be offered a contract for the fall THE LEADER/TIMES tion that would lengthen the deadline May 1 for most types of appeals and until schools know the full impact on & Auto. by as much as three months. county tax boards normally have until their finances caused by COVID-19. BRING RESULTS The bill, S-2387, would temporarily June 30 to render decisions, according “I think any significant cuts are change filing deadlines for most tax to a Senate Democrats press release. appeals to July 1 this year and would The extension of the deadline to School Districts Receive require county boards of taxation to file an appeal of property tax assess- ™ ments would be temporary only for I’m here to help life go right , Support Local Journalism Christine Cosenza, Agent tax year 2020. Funding From CARES Act 2 Elm Street by saving you time and money The Chief Justice of the New Jer- Westfield, NJ 07090 when you combine your home sey Supreme Court issued an order on TRENTON — The New Jersey Schools, $102,140, and Westfield Bus: 908-233-9100 March 19 indefinitely extending all Department of Education (NJDOE) Schools, $116,442. Also, Plainfield www.christinecosenza.net and auto insurance. filing deadlines for 2020 tax year has released Elementary Secondary Schools received $2,060,166 while CALL ME TODAY. appeals to the New Jersey Tax Court School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Elizabeth Schools received and the county boards of taxation. Fund allocations to aid due to disrup- $6,986,898. However, according to the press re- tions caused by the coronavirus. Fund- “ESSER Fund awards to LEAs are lease, the extension has caused con- ing is coming from the federal allocated in the same proportion as cern among both taxpayers and local Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Eco- those funds received under Part A of officials that many appeals may not nomic Security (CARES) Act. Title I of the Elementary and Second- be resolved until 2021, which could Locally, the allocations are as fol- ary Education Act of 1965, as lows: Union County Vocational-Tech- amended, in school year 2019-20,” goleader.com/form/subscribe create a backlog, delay refunds and negatively impact municipal budgets. nical Schools, $163,705; Scotch according to a memo from Peggy State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company Plains-Fanwood Schools, $92,103; McDonald, assistant commissioner State Farm Indemnity Company The bill would take effect immedi- State Farm Fire and Casualty Company BUY, SELL, RENT, HIRE: ately upon enactment and apply ret- Mountainside Schools, $60,263; of the Division of Student Services State Farm General Insurance Company roactively to April 1, 2020. The Sen- Garwood Schools, $25,809; Cranford with the NJDOE sent to school dis- 1601529 Bloomington, IL goleader.com/form/classified ate vote was 40 to 0. Schools, $74,205; Berkeley Heights trict administrators. 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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 High School Seniors Deserve Same DDTM and for Westfield, Mountainside, Scotch Plains, Fanwood, Cranford and Garwood Diction Deception Members of: Consideration as Jersey Shore Below are four arcane words, each New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association • Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce with four definitions – only one is cor- Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association • Fanwood Business & Professional Association Editor’s Note: The following letter clear but don’t agree that we are more of rect. The others are made up. Are you was addressed to Governor Phil a health risk than preschool and el- sharp enough to discern this deception of Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Murphy. ementary school kids wanting to play diction? P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West My name is Alexis Hammer, and I am on the beach or waiting on the snack bar If you can guess one correctly – good Westfield, N.J. 07091 the senior class president at Westfield and public bathroom lines. Do you guess. If you get two – well-read indi- Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 High School. I am writing to you on think that we are less safe at a controlled vidual. If you get three – word expert. If behalf of every high school senior want- graduation ceremony than families get- you get all four – You must have a lot of POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at free time! P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 ing to celebrate their graduation with ting out of their cars in cramped parking All words and correct definitions their peers this June. I am disappointed lots and on crowded streets? Published every Thursday by Gale Force Media, L.L.C. come from the board game Diction by your deeming graduation ceremo- I’m not contesting your statement Deception. nies for the Class of 2020 not safe, yet that, “The Shore is central to our Jersey Paul Peyton Lauren S. Barr Jeff Gruman Answers to last week’s arcane words. ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER & EDITOR-IN-CHIEF SALES MANAGER you decided that opening the Jersey identity,” but I am asking that you also 1. Perse – Grayish blue Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo shore beaches is. If people are allowed acknowledge that proper high school 2. Cunctative – Slow-moving; slug- COMMUNITY EDITOR MANAGING EDITOR & SPORTS EDITOR PRODUCTION MANAGER to social distance on beaches, then all graduations are central to twelfth grad- gish Horace R. Corbin Robert P. Connelly New Jersey high school seniors should ers’ identities. We can do this safely, 3. Rodomontade – To boast or brag PUBLISHER EMERITUS BUSINESS OPERATIONS MANAGER be allowed to have socially-distanced and together as a student body, but we 4. Yarage – Manageability of a ship at graduations. need your support and approval to al- sea SUBSCRIPTION PRICE www.goleader.com/subscribe I don’t understand the logic of with- low this to happen! ORGULOUS One-year – $44 • Two-year – $84 • Three-year – $122 holding this milestone celebration. High The Class of 2020 has been waiting 1. Proud; haughty school graduation ceremonies will be for 12 years for this day, and I am asking 2. Awkward; clumsy safe because everyone will be spread you to reconsider your decision and 3. Pertaining to overindulgence in any out at least six feet apart from each other allow New Jersey schools to have in- activity in an outdoor setting, and we’ll be wear- person graduation ceremonies. We will 4. Communicating knowledge; system- Our Fallen Heroes Inspire Us atically investigating ing face masks. Only students and fac- abide by every social-distancing guide- RHIPIDATE ulty will attend, not even our parents, line. Please let us safely have this one 1. Nature of having a rattling in the siblings, and grandparents. last celebration together. chest due to an obstruction To Face The Challenges of Today Governor Murphy, your decision to I hope that you will give the New 2. Formed like a fan open the Jersey Shore beaches more Jersey Class of 2020 the same level of 3. Having perennial roots but annual This coming Monday is Memorial Day, the day each have fought and died for is the greatest tie that binds us as than one month before graduations will consideration that you put forth when stems and leaves year when we remember the fallen among our armed Americans — transcending political allegiances, cultural take place lets every senior in New deciding to open the Jersey Shore. 4. In botany and zoology, having very Jersey know that you have more confi- small crevices or cracks forces and reflect upon the ultimate sacrifice they made variations and all socio-economic characteristics. Alexis Hammer ROBORATION dence and trust in toddlers than us, Senior Class President on our behalf. The ways in which we observe it will not be Some towns will conduct Memorial Day ceremonies young adults. We hear you loud and 1. A strengthening the same this year, of course. Engaged as we currently are without spectators present this year, but available for the Westfield High School 2. A nightgown on a battlefield of a different sort, we must forego the public to view remotely. While it is disappointing not to 3. Quivering; shaking SP-F BOE Should Reexamine 4. A very loud noise; explosion customary parades and concerts, the backyard barbe- be there in person, these virtual formats allow us to stay SEVUM cues and other social activities that are so much a part of connected and remain part of life in our community, 1. A midieval wind instrument similar this pre-summer holiday. which is crucial to our overall well-being. We also should Funding Field Lighting Project to the trombone Yet for all that is different this year, the spirit and remember that, for military personnel stationed far from 2. In botany, the second, or inner coat, Whatever Joan Mast, Al Smith, Col- Americans the SPF BOE needs to re- of an ovule significance of this day remain as vital and vibrant as home, maintaining family ties remotely is a way of life leen Mahr, Fred Tomkins and Deb evaluate how it is spending our tax 3. Fat, as used in the preparation of ever. Memorial Day is a celebration of heroes, the men under any circumstances. Saridaki are smoking.....I want some! dollars. How many bottles of sanitizer ointments and women who gave, in the words of President Abraham While Memorial Day retains its relevance year to year, How could they possibly, in good or face masks can that money buy? 4. A soluable poison formed in the Lincoln, “the last full measure of devotion” to their certain milestones emphasize more strongly than ever all conscience, give the go ahead on field Just because I planned, and set aside putrefaction of blood and other protein country. We continue to witness this altruism every day, this holiday represents. This is one of those years — the 75th lighting in a time when we don’t even money for a trip to Hawaii this fall, matter among the troops defending us abroad, as well as in all anniversary of the end of World War II, the 70th anniversary know if the kids will be back in school doesn’t mean that I will be able to go. those defending us at home in the fight against a formi- of the start of the Korean War, the 45th anniversary of the end in the fall? Let alone playing night Those funds can be spent elsewhere. Acceptance: A Core dable, invisible viral foe. of the Vietnam War, and the 155th anniversary of the games of football? The NFL is trying to Lights on a field that no one can use at figure out how they can get on a this time and may not be used for a long Principle of the They may or may not wear a uniform, or serve in the conclusion of the Civil War. All are poignant reminders of schedule.....with NO fans! time is a serious breach of the trust same capacity, but all of them share an unwavering the lives given for freedom, the oppressed who were liber- Mental Health Council AT a time when all municipalities are given to these elected and appointed For our third week of letters to the commitment to ensuring the health and safety of our ated, and the way the world was changed. struggling to stay afloat and citizens are individuals. nation and its people. Our soldiers, sailors, defenders in Despite the new reality in which we are living, and the editor for Mental Health Awareness worried about feeding AND educating I hope other SPF taxpayers open Month, the Westfield Mental Health the skies; doctors, nurses and their colleagues; police scaled-back commemorations, we hope all members of their kids, the school board should re- their eyes and I thank Adam Sackett, Council introduces the second ingre- and firefighters; civilians from every city and town...we our communities and beyond will observe Memorial Day examine the better use of these funds. who wrote the original letter to the dient to CAKE: acceptance. As a re- laud their courage, express our gratitude, and mourn this year in whatever way possible. We can watch a virtual Joan Mast is quoted in your article on board, for bringing this into the light. minder, CAKE represents compassion, those lost in the efforts to save others. wreath-laying, visit and decorate a grave, display our the subject as saying “the project has And thank you Times for reporting on it. acceptance, kindness, and empathy. A second aspect of Memorial Day not dimmed by country’s flag, or privately recall in our minds and hearts been planned for and funds set aside in Pat Leonard These four “ingredients” are the build- present-day circumstances is the sense of unity we feel in those whose valor and sacrifice continue to inspire us and the capital reserves portion of the capi- Scotch Plains ing blocks of a stigma-free commu- tal budget.” Well just like all other paying tribute to our fallen troops. The liberty generations motivate us to confront the challenges we face today. nity. Merriam-Webster defines accep- Garwood Residents Encouraged to tance as “a readiness or willingness to accept or adapt to a given circum- Any Spending Cuts Must Be Stay Vigilant While Shopping Local stance.” As defined, it makes sense that ac- Two months since the first notifica- able in the vestibule of Borough Hall or ceptance is key to creating strong com- tion of a positive case of COVID-19 on garwood.org. However, due to the munities. However, how does one dem- Shared by BOEs, County, Towns here in Garwood, we are now at a COVID-19 emergency, we have can- onstrate acceptance within a commu- cumulative number of 41 positive cases celed the town-wide yard sale because nity utilizing specific behaviors? Per- Although most municipal and school budgets have been ship, the township has an obligation to raise $109 million as of May 15. Sadly, we have lost two it is not conducive to social distancing. haps, this ingredient is a call for us to either introduced or adopted by now, the true economic in property taxes, $69.5 million of which goes to the residents in our community from com- As a reminder to all taxpayers, the look inward before we can take action impact on towns from the coronavirus shutdown will Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education, with $22.7 plications related to this horrible dis- grace period for paying the quarter 2 outward. probably hit the fan sometime in June when actual revenue million going to Union County. The township’s budget is ease. payments was extended through the The current COVID-19 pandemic numbers from May 1 property-tax payments, which were $26 million. The mayor says a 5-percent loss in collection I want to thank everyone who is end of May by the borough council and has resulted in many strains on indi- effectively extended to June 1, are known. of those taxes would leave Scotch Plains $5.5 million complying with Governor Murphy’s as permitted by Governor Murphy due viduals in our community. Residents With some 1.1 million New Jerseyans having filed for short of that obligation. executive orders, particularly those re- to the COVID-19 emergency. There is are struggling with balancing multiple unemployment benefits over the past eight weeks and We will be listening intently to financial reports com- garding social distancing. I know the a secure drop box in the vestibule of roles: parent, teacher, worker, cleaner weather is getting nicer, and we are all Borough Hall for tax payments and and chef, leaving many feeling ex- with 725,000 receiving benefits, we expect the ing in from towns and the county on revenue projections getting anxious to get back to any sem- other payments along with a drop box hausted and thin on patience. Others coronavirus impact will be severe on towns’ revenue and actual tax collections, which we expect will be down blance of normalcy. However, we must for court payments. You can pay taxes may be alone, unemployed, and un- streams. As we have pointed out, while municipalities significantly from previous years. The county also is to continue to stay vigilant and take this by the drop box, by mail, or online, but able to move forward. Many of us are are the collector of taxes, they also are responsible for receive more than $100 million in COVID-19-related threat seriously. It is because of our be sure to read the applicable fees for likely experiencing a mixture of these distributing quarterly payments to their local school funds per the CARES Act. A good portion of those funds combined efforts that since May 1, each payment method. roles and feelings all at once, and often boards and the County of Union. are to be distributed to municipalities. Of course we don’t Garwood has not reported a positive Meanwhile, we are continuing to contradicting one another, from day to Westfield’s officials have said “revenue uncertainty” yet know how much will come to the suburban towns. case. That is 13 consecutive days with- engage our “small town with a big day. For that reason, before we can is the most “significant challenge” facing the town this If spending cuts, staffing reductions or furloughs are out a new case in our borough. We are heart” through virtual activities. Last become a closer knit community, per- year. Last year $173.7 million was collected in taxes in necessary to save money, in our view, the pain must be flattening this curve in Garwood and week, we announced the winners of the haps the most important step is self town. In addition, school districts will likely see lower spread across all levels of government. Towns should not saving lives beyond our community. Garwood Strong poster contest. I would acceptance. The devastating effects on public like to extend my congratulations to Self acceptance begins with the im- aid numbers as the Murphy administration now projects have to cut police and firefighters, while making full health are paramount, but so, too, are them all. This week, the Garwood perfections that live in all of us, not in a $10-million drop in revenue projections through next payments to the county and school districts, if the revenue the economic ones. I encourage every- Mayor’s Wellness Campaign has the form of resignation, but rather as year, according to an nj.com report. is not there. one to continue to shop local here in launched a Fitness Bingo Challenge on empowerment to not dwell on self- In Westfield, the school tax levy for 2020-2021 is It’s time for the unions to step up to the plate for the Garwood because our local businesses Facebook to promote healthy living perceived flaws – the errors we make $103 million. Last year’s county tax for Westfield (we good of the state. While the New Jersey Education Asso- need our support more than ever. For a with a gift card to &Grain up for grabs, at work, the homework our children won’t know this year’s numbers until later this month) ciation (NJEA) is already renegotiating health-insurance list of open restaurants, please check thanks to the generous donation from forget to do, the dusty house, and oh was $40.8 million, along with another $1.2 million for contracts, we implore all of the collective bargaining out garwood.org/shoplocal. Per Gover- owner John Ropelski. Also this week, the dreaded bathroom cleaning we put the open space tax, for a total of $144.5 million. Doing unions to dig deeper. We’ve heard from many that if they nor Murphy’s latest executive order, the Garwood Green Team launched a off each week. To find true accep- the math, that comes to over $36 million in payments knew it would save their jobs and those of their col- our non-essential retail businesses will Garwood Gardens contest where resi- tance, we must embrace that we are every three months just for school and county taxes. The leagues, they would gladly give up their previously- now be allowed to do curbside pickup, dents can submit photos of their gar- filled with stunning flaws that make us so please support them as they re-open. dens to unique and move forward. Once we municipal tax is another $28.5 million. negotiated raises — now it’s time for the leaders to act. And I encourage all our residents to join [email protected] by see the imperfections, that pawed piece According to an April 24 letter sent by Scotch Plains Stay tuned, as we expect the economic impact of the me on Shop Local Saturday by pur- June 15 to enter to win one of three of icing on our beautifully decorated Mayor Al Smith to the U.S. Senate and House Leader- coronavirus shutdown to hit government coffers hard. chasing lunch, dinner or both from one ShopRite gift cards. CAKE, we can embrace the diversity of our open restaurants in town. Residents, and anyone else who is of our community. We can welcome Recognizing the impact of the pan- interested in receiving information about the differences amongst our residents, demic on our small business commu- what our local government is doing or be it mental health, race, gender, socio- nity, the borough launched a “Shop how to support our local businesses, are economic status and many other dis- Local 2020” initiative to help promote encouraged to sign up for email up- tinguishing factors. After all, you can’t our businesses and assist them with dates from the Borough of Garwood by bake a cake with only flour. You need setting up an online gift certificate plat- visiting bit.ly/3duP6gE. the eggs, sugar, sweet vanilla, choco- form. Please email I will continue to advocate for our late frosting and many more ingredi- [email protected] for more in- borough as I am on daily calls orga- ents to enjoy that delicious piece CAKE formation, and I will continue to reach nized by the county and on weekly calls and share it with others. out to businesses and be there for them with the Governor’s Office. Also, I You can find more information on in every way I can, along with our have been doing daily updates on my the CAKE initiative, as well as addi- Business and Industry Liaison, Carol @Mayor Sara Todisco Facebook page. tional mental health resources at Kearney. Please feel free to reach out to me www.westfieldnj.gov/mentalhealth. While many activities and programs anytime. My cell number is (908) 377- Lastly, please feel free to send your have been canceled in our borough, the 7890 and my email is CAKE-filled thoughts and ideas to June bulk waste pickup program will go [email protected]. Stay safe and [email protected]. on as scheduled. Be sure to complete be well, everyone. Marta LaRusso, the application and turn it into Borough Sara Todisco Sub-Committee Member Hall by June 1. The application is avail- Garwood Mayor Westfield Mental Health Council

State LD-21 State LD-22 7th Congressional District Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Representative Tom Malinowski (D) 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. 75-77 N. Bridge St., Somerville, N.J. 08876 Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 (908) 547-3307 (908) 232-3673 (908) 587-0404 [Westfield, Mountainside, Garwood, Summit and Cranford Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asm. Jim Kennedy (D) are in the 7th Congressional District] 251 North Ave. West 34 E. Cherry St. Westfield, N.J. 07090 Rahway, N.J. 07065 12th Congressional District (908) 232-2073 (732) 943-2660 Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D) Asm. Nancy Munoz (R) Asw. Linda Carter (D) 850 Bear Tavern Road, Suite 201, Ewing, N.J. 08628 57 Union Place, Suite 310 200 West 2nd St., Suite 102 (609) 883-0026 Summit, N.J. 07901 Plainfield, N.J. 07060 [Fanwood, Plainfield and most of Scotch Plains (908) 918-0414 (908) 561-5757 are in the 12th Congressional District] LD-21 includes Westfield, LD-22 includes Scotch Plains, [email protected], [email protected] Mountainside, Garwood, Fanwood, Plainfield, Clark, [email protected], [email protected] Summit and Cranford. Rahway and Linden. [email protected], [email protected] A GALE FORCE MEDIA, L.L.C. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, May 21, 2020 Page 5 Dr. Carol B. Choye Remembered for Her First Congregational Church of Westfield To Many Accomplishments as SP-F Superintendent Celebrate 140th Anniversary on May 22 I read with interest your article in sical competitions, school plays and in the Tri-State area to observe vari- By HEIDI HYLAN-MOTYCZKA mously at this meeting: end Henry Neill) on January 19, 1881.” last week’s paper about former Su- middle school and high school ous models. Moving our students to WESTFIELD — On Friday, May 1. That a new Religious Society be “For the present and for the year perintendent, Carol Choye. I was award ceremonies, and so much the middle schools required a monu- 22, 2020, the First Congregational formed ahead, the congregation continued to fortunate to serve as Dr. Choye’s more! If her students were involved, mental effort, creating separate Church of Westfield, located at 125 2. That the persons present be con- hold services in Lyceum Hall. They executive assistant for 11 years dur- she was there! She never missed wings in the schools, providing fifth- Elmer Street, will mark the 140th sidered members of this new Society soon realized, however, that the small ing her tenure in Scotch Plains- attending Project Graduation, the and sixth-grade lunch periods and anniversary of the first gathering of 3. That the new denomination of library in Lyceum Hall was not condu- Fanwood, and would like to share a all night party for the senior class. recess, and providing self-contained its founders. the new Society be Congregational cive to increasing the membership of few memories about her contribu- Not many people knew this, but classrooms for fifth graders. Tal- It was on a Saturday evening, 4. That a Committee of Five be the church so they sought ways and tions to the district. when Carol felt particularly ex- ented teachers from across the el- May 22, 1880, that 20 people gath- appointed to obtain subscriptions for means to build their own place of Dr. Choye began her career as a hausted or was dealing with a diffi- ementary schools moved to Park ered in the library of Lyceum Hall the support of a Congregational worship. The first step in this direction teacher in the San Francisco Bay cult problem at central office, she and Terrill fifth grades. To accom- (on the southeast corner of Pros- Church (note: during this meeting was the creation of the Committee on Area. Her dedication and intelli- would say to me, “Come on Sally, plish this goal, major renovations pect and East Broad Streets) to con- $930 was subscribed for the support Place of Worship on June 22, 1881.” gence were quickly recognized and let’s go see the children!” Then we to Park Middle School were ad- sider the advisability of forming a of the new church and $50 for the “The first consideration of this com- early on in her career she become an would go next door into Evergreen dressed and completed as projected. new church society. support of the Sunday School) mittee was to secure land on which to elementary school principal and ul- School and visit classrooms until With the continued growth in stu- The following text was taken from 5. That a Committee of Three on build the church. After considerable timately a district superintendent in she was rejuvenated and ready to dent enrollment due to increased “A Centennial History of the First Organization be appointed investigation the committee presented the Bay area, responsible for eight tackle the next challenge! development in both towns, this suc- Congregational Church of Westfield, Persons attending this founding six choices to the congregation. On public schools. It was during this Every year Dr. Choye worked very cessful project addressed district New Jersey” written by the late Robert meeting were: September 12, 1881, the congregation time that she came to the attention hard to share the proposed school needs for years to come. C. Hylan in 1979, for the occasion of Mr. William J. Alpers, Mr. Henry F. voted to secure the Elmer Street lot of a national search committee budget with members of the com- Another complicated undertaking the church’s 100th anniversary in 1980. Alpers, Mrs. Henry F. Alpers (Elnora), which the Board of Trustees purchased working for the Princeton Public munity. Along with board members was a bond referendum supported “Westfield was a primitive country Mrs. Albert Bridges (Elizabeth A.), for $1,550 on December 5, 1881.” School District. It was a difficult and central office administrators, by low-interest loans from the State town in 1880. People moved around Miss Emma Bridges, Mrs. William W. “The work on the new church pro- decision, she said, to leave her fam- she led presentations for the com- of New Jersey. These projects, un- by horse and buggy on dirt roads. Baker (Julia), Mr. L.V. Clark, Mr. ceeded quickly, permitting the laying ily and longtime home in California munity at each of the schools, and der Dr. Choye’s leadership and over- Sidewalks, where they existed, were a Effingham Embree, Mr. George of the cornerstone on January 18, when she accepted the position of the public libraries, and for senior seen by Business Administrator An- single board and, since there was no Embree, Miss Louise Embree, Mr. 1882, and the dedication ceremonies superintendent of schools in citizens clubs, the Ministerium, thony Del Sordi, encompassed ad- town water system, each home had its Henry Hosford, Mrs. Henry Hosford on October 12, 1882.” Princeton and relocated to the East Rotary and PTA Council meetings. ditions to all five elementary schools own well and pump. The Westfield (Fannie E.), Miss Jennie Hickock, Mr. Over the past 138 years, there have Coast. She would also meet with Scotch including new multipurpose rooms; Public Library was two years old and Edward H. Ladd, Jr., Mrs. Julia E. been many additions, newly con- Dr. Choye worked diligently in Plains and Fanwood mayors to re- major upgrades at Park Middle the telephone was only a toy, having Ladd, Mr. James L. Miller, Mrs. James structed buildings and both major Princeton, determined to create an view the budget and address their School and an addition to Terrill been exhibited at the 1876 Centennial L. Miller, Miss Nesmith, Miss Emily and minor renovations to the church equitable balance for these public questions. Dr. Choye would go any- Middle School, including the Exposition in Philadelphia. Kerosene Wheelock, and Mr. John H. Worth.” structures at 125 Elmer Street. In schools that were surrounded by where she was invited in an effort to reconfiguration of their library. Ad- and gas were the principal illuminants, “The next meeting, held on Friday 2019, the church received one of the private educational institutions. Ul- address concerns and help pass the ditionally, some of the older schools with electric lights just beginning to evening, May 28, 1880, heard the Westfield Historic Preservation timately, her reputation brought her school budget. In particular, she needed renovations such as roofs, appear in public places. The eight hun- reports of the committees appointed Commission’s prestigious Harry to the attention of the Scotch Plains- wanted to educate the public about doors and windows. The commu- dred and seventy-five residents were at the previous meeting. The Com- Devlin Awards, for the restoration of Fanwood Search Committee, and unfunded, mandated state and fed- nity support and completion of the about evenly divided in opinion as to mittee on Subscriptions reported their belfry and clock tower. following a rigorous interview pro- eral programs that made up a large bond referendum construction was whether to retain this simple country $1,315 subscribed to date.” (A Pulpit During this time of the COVID-19 cess, she was hired as superinten- part of the budget. a proud achievement of Dr. Choye’s. character or to grasp the new inven- Supply Committee was also formed coronavirus pandemic, as we remain dent of schools for Scotch Plains- One of the major projects that Dr. In 1998 Dr. Choye was selected tions representing the progress and at this meeting.) socially distant, we mark the 140th Fanwood in 1993. Choye was involved in was the as the New Jersey Superintendent rush into the 20th century, thus becom- “...the new Society had chosen to anniversary of our founding. The First As noted in your previous article, reconfiguring of the middle schools. of the Year. Following this honor, ing a suburb of New York City. (The hold public worship at Lyceum Hall Congregational Church of Westfield Dr. Choye was dedicated to the chil- Moving fifth graders from all five she was then one of several superin- Spanish flu pandemic of 1918 was until they could erect their own edi- continues to be a self-governing Con- dren and staff of the district. She elementary schools to the two tendents under consideration for the yet 38 years away). fice. A Hall committee was appointed gregational Church, and a member of worked tirelessly to maintain and middle schools was a huge chal- National Superintendent of the Year. It was into this community that a to see to it that the place was in order the United Church of Christ. The improve the high standards that the lenge for Dr. Choye and her admin- I remember her saying how hon- new religious Society was introduced each Sunday for public worship. Even- church is currently being led by the SPF community had come to ex- istrators. She convened a task force, ored she was to be among this group in the spring of 1880. From this tually the trustees of the new Society Reverend Joy Mounts. We continue to pect. She worked very long hours at consisting of administrators, teach- of bright, dedicated and outstand- point on, the new Society and the leases Lyceum Hall for $250 per an- hold weekly, one-hour, uplifting wor- central office, and frequently would ers and parents. This team visited ing administrators from across the town grew hand in hand and both num until their new church was built. ship services, in this manner, streamed attend concerts, sporting events, mu- several successful middle schools country. While humbled by the at- prospered, with the pastors and mem- “Those present at the third meet- online from the church sanctuary. tention, she nonetheless received bers of the new Society having a ing, held on June 4, 1880, adopted the The heart of the church remains its PILOTs, Tax Abatement Programs the peer recognition that she de- significant influence on events and Constitutions for the Church and for members and leaders, first meeting served. issues involving the development of the Society, the Articles of Faith and 140 years ago this week. Together Thank you for an opportunity to the town. the Church Covenant. It was also now, with many families and support- Are Problematic, Schools Suffer share a few recollections from Dr. The ‘gathering’ of a Congregational reported that the subscriptions to date ive friends, it continues to be a vi- Choye’s tenure in Scotch Plains- Church in Westfield, in 1880, was an totaled $1,413. brant part of the greater Westfield Earlier this month, after introduc- for continued abatements. Fanwood! I am truly honored to ing a budget that imposed the maxi- The comptroller also noted that outgrowth of certain conditions then “The first public worship in community. have worked with Carol for 11 years. existing in the Presbyterian Church Westfield was held on June 7, 1880, For more information about the mum allowable property tax levy in- “[t]he processes being used also tend May she rest in peace. crease on Westfield’s residents, the to limit meaningful public involve- of Westfield. These conditions, fer- at Lyceum Hall with the Reverend services, activities and other impor- Brindle administration took a major ment…. [M]eaningful up-front analy- Sally Rowland, menting for some time, surfaced dur- Henry M. Storrs D.D. officiating.” tant church information, please go to step toward handing out tax breaks to ses concerning the costs and benefits Retired SPF Executive Secretary ing the pastorate of Reverend W. H. “The settlement of a pastor over the www.fccofwestfield.org. There you downtown property owners and com- of awarding a particular abatement is The Villages, Fla. Gill (1878-1882) and caused several new congregation was anticipated by will find a link to the church mercial developers. often lacking.” Sound familiar? members, together with a number of the formation of a Pulpit Supply Com- Facebook page: First Congregational On May 12, the Mayor and Council Most alarming, PILOTs by design Thank You for Your ‘believers’ in town, to become asso- mittee on May 28, 1880. The dedi- Church of Westfield, NJ, where Sun- declared the entire downtown reduce the property tax revenue avail- ciated with a Congregational Church. cated work of this committee is evi- day morning services are live Westfield business district to be an able to local schools because, unlike Continued Support Specifically, this schism was inspired denced by the caliber of the Supply streamed, and musical meditations area in need of rehabilitation. The regular property taxes, the agreed of Local Journalism by the consciousness that with the Pastors engaged from June 7, 1880, are posted. The church office can be vote came without any meaningful payment from the developer is used growth of the Presbyterian Church when the first services were held, to reached during the week at (908) debate or public input and, of course, almost exclusively to fund the mu- goleader.com/form/subscribe there had developed a dissimilarity of calling of the first pastor (the Rever- 233-2494, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. it was scheduled during a global pan- nicipal budget, with 5 percent typi- tastes, a marked difference in view as to church polity and an impatience demic with residents in mandatory cally paid to the county; the town is PUBLICNOTICE lockdown. Why was one of the most under no obligation to share a penny with an ‘overabundance of empty impactful decisions about the future with local schools. As a result, schools TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD faith’ to the extent that some mem- of our downtown made in the dark? suffer, as is evident in the communi- UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY bers deemed it necessary to organize Where was the transparency? Read ties named above, or non-developer NOTICE TO BIDDERS a church with whose government they on for some troubling answers. residents like us need to make up the ADDENDUM TO RFP would be in hearty sympathy and The primary purpose of property school funding difference through The Township of Cranford has issued agreement. This dispute recalls the Addendum No. 2 in association with the unresolved historical difference of tax abatement programs, often re- higher residential property taxes. RFP publically advertised on March 20th, ferred to as Payments in Lieu of Taxes Next week, we will explore in de- 2020 for the Request for Sealed Propos- congregational control versus con- (“PILOTs”), is to encourage devel- tail the state comptroller’s findings of als for Website Design and Develop- trol from the top by clergy and elders. opment in blighted or distressed ar- cronyism, corruption, lost revenues, ment in order to address questions from Thus it was that 20 people met in prospective bidders. the library of Lyceum Hall on Satur- eas. Given the high values in and waste and abuse endemic to the tax The opening of the RFP has been post- overall favorable physical condition breaks that Mayor Brindle has set in poned and the new date that the RFP is day evening, May 22, 1880, to con- of downtown Westfield, it is unclear motion. due will be Thursday June 4th at 11:00 sider the advisability of forming a why the Mayor would characterize a.m. We will be hosting a Zoom meeting in new church society. Mr. Henry JoAnn Neylan order to publically open the proposals. Hosford was elected chairman of the our entire downtown as physically Chairwoman blighted and eligible for a tax abate- Westfield Town Mike Robinson meeting and Mr. Henry F. Alpers was Purchasing Agent elected secretary. Mr. Alpers, who ment or PILOT. Republican Committee 1 T - 05/21/20, The Leader Fee: $18.36 Adding to that mystery, a state study had been elected a ruling Elder of the Presbyterian Church on January 17, (referenced in more detail below) PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE shows that the New Jersey towns that 1880, but had declined to serve, of- most use tax abatement programs are TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD fered the prayer. The following mo- typically the more urban and older CRANFORD, NEW JERSEY tions were made and carried unani- municipalities with higher poverty Updated 2020 Township of Cranford Township Committee Meeting Schedule rates and below average median RESOLUTION NO. 2020-203 PUBLIC NOTICE household incomes, including RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2019-415 BOROUGH OF FANWOOD WHEREAS, the Township Committee of the Township of Cranford passed Resolution Camden, Newark, Paterson, Union NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF No 2019-415 on the 17th day of December, 2019 authorizing the 2020 Township City, and Trenton. Unlike Westfield, ORDINANCE 20-10-R Committee Meeting Calendar; and AND PUBLIC HEARING such towns find it difficult to attract WHEREAS, the on-going public health emergency has necessitated the rescheduling investment, and use PILOTs to help of the annual primary election from June 2nd to July 7th; and An ordinance was introduced by the develop properties that otherwise WHEREAS, on account of the rescheduling of the primary election, the Township Mayor and Council of the Borough of would remain in disrepair or aban- Committee will revise the Meeting Calendar and reschedule its July 6th and 7th meetings Fanwood on May 18, 2020. Copies of this as a Combined meeting on July 14th; and ordinance can be obtained without cost in doned. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that formal action may be taken at Workshop or Official the Clerk’s Office, at the Fanwood Bor- Unfortunately, in all towns, the Meetings, and ough Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, beneficial intent of PILOTs is often BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that for the duration of the State-declared public health Fanwood, New Jersey between the hours unrealized. Property taxes that other- emergency, all Township Committee meetings will be held remotely, with public access of 8 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday. provided via broadcast by Cranford TV-35 on public access CATV and livestream THIS ORDINANCE ESTAB- wise would have been paid by the Facebook live, and public participation managed via the instructions available on the LISHES A CAP BANK benefited commercial property own- Township’s website at https://www.cranfordnj.org/minutes-and-agendas; and (N.J.S.A: 4-45.14) ers are lost, and limited building im- BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, upon the conclusion of the State-declared public health provements can simply act to increase emergency, Workshop Meetings and Conference Meetings will be held in Room 108, and This ordinance is scheduled for public Official Meetings will be held in Room 107/Council Chambers; and hearing and adoption on June 15, 2020, at the value of the affected private prop- BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Workshop Meetings will be held at 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 P.M., Fanwood Borough Hall, 75 North erties for the sole benefit of their will be dedicated to closed session discussion from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., and Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey. commercial owners, and to the detri- BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Conference Meetings will be held at 7:00 p.m. and Kathleen Holmes ment of non-developer, residential Official Meetings will be held at 7:30 p.m.; and Borough Clerk BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that during Combined Workshop and Official Meeting 1 T - 05/21/20, The Times Fee: $20.91 taxpayers. Ironically, when residen- dates, the Workshop Meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. and the Official Meeting at 7:30 tial homeowners improve their prop- p.m.; and erties, they do not get a tax break; BE IT RESOLVED, that the following is the schedule of Township Committee Meetings Interiors So Lovely, You’ll Want to Stay Home instead, their taxes go up. for the remainder of the 2020 calendar year: It should be no surprise that the tax Combined Workshop abatement process is often subverted And Official Tuesday, May 26th 6:30 p.m. Think “Superior” For: to favor politically connected devel- Workshop Meeting Monday, June 8th 7:00 p.m. opers. The abuse of PILOT programs Conference and Official Tuesday, June 9th 7:00 p.m. • Expert Consultation Services in New Jersey became so rampant Combined Workshop that in 2010 the NJ state comptroller And Official Tuesday, July 14th 7:00 p.m. • Space Planning / Room Layouts published an exposé on them and Combined Workshop municipal tax abatements generally, And Official Tuesday, August 11th 6:30 p.m. • Remodeling Services which you can read for yourself here: Combined Workshop • All Interior Related Products: https://www.nj.gov/comptroller/ And Official Tuesday, September 8th 6:30 p.m. news/docs/ Workshop Meeting Monday, September 21st 7:00 p.m. Furniture Floor Coverings Conference and Official Tuesday, September 22nd 7:00 p.m. tax_abatement_report.pdf. Lighting Window Treatments The comptroller’s study noted that Combined Workshop the criteria required to establish a And Official Tuesday, October 13th 6:30 p.m. Accessorizing & Finishing Touches “need” for rehabilitation is open- Workshop Meeting Monday, October 26th 7:00 p.m. ended and subject to interpretation. Conference and Official Tuesday, October 27th 7:00 p.m. As one observer of the process stated, Combined Workshop “local governing bodies can – and And Official Tuesday, November 10th 6:30 p.m. often do – grant abatements to almost Workshop Meeting Monday, November 23rd 7:00 p.m. any developer building anything, any- Conference and Official Tuesday, November 24th 7:00 p.m. where.” Furthermore, there are no Workshop Meeting Monday, December 14th 7:00 p.m. clear laws concerning when a desig- Conference and Official Tuesday, December 15th 7:00 p.m. Joanne Womelsdorf, IFDA, ASID allied nation of “need” should be removed, Certified to be a true copy of a resolution adopted by the Township Committee of the or how often designations should be Township of Cranford at a meeting held May 12, 2020. Phone: 908.232.3875 Patricia Donahue, RMC revisited to ensure that improvement Township Clerk www.superiorinteriorsofnj.com over time has not obviated the need 1 T - 05/21/20, The Leader Fee: $109.14 A GALE FORCE MEDIA, L.L.C. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, May 21, 2020 Page 7

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David B. Corbin (May 2018 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (May 2016 files)for The Westfield Leader and The Times FIRST LEG OF THE 1,600....Blue Devils Mia Melao, left No. 4, Grace Morgan, behind Melao, and Emma Jackler, No. 3, PLENTY OF ACTION AT HOME...Highlander Brian Cranston, No. 12, slides home safely in the fifth inning as the throw Cougar Lindsay Aschmies and Raider Sara Greene keep in a tight pack during the first lap of the 1600 at the UCT Track goes sailing past Raider catcher Peter Yarem in the Union County Tournament chanpionship game at Kean University. The and Field Championships in Plainfield on May 17, 2018. Melao’s huge kick on the final leg earned her the title. Highlanders won their first ever UCT title with a 3-2 victory (May 15, 2016). A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror of H.S. Sports in Years Past

From the archives of The Westfield County Tournament softball champi- jumped out to a big lead and appeared The first meet of the afternoon was Leader and The Scotch Plains- onship game played on May 15 at D. Blair Corbin’s to be running in a world of her own the 400 hurdles and Cougar Josiah Fanwood Times Cougar Field on the campus of Kean with no competition in site. That was Cadet crossed first with a personal- May 15, 2019: Ten years ago a University. It was the second straight classic one-run, 10-inning pitchers’ championship victory for the Pan- Raiders Blue Devils Cougars Walk Down Memory Lane

javelin and Raiders Jacob Leigh and (2-for-3) yanked an RBI single to Ben Fleischer won the 400 and 3,200, right then Jake Vall-Llobera (1-for- respectively. 2) lofted an RBI sacrifice fly to right Stravach won the discus with a toss for the Blue Devils. of 121-0 and ripped the javelin 121- May 16, 2018: The 14th-seeded 7. Blue Devil Katie Hamilton with a Clifton High School Mustangs may time of 5:07.45 finished second in the have thought they had a galloping 1,600 behind Union Catholic Viking chance when they won the first two Jerika Lufrano at 5:01.39. Cougar face-offs against the third-seeded No. Shasha Knapp placed third in the 9-ranked Westfield boys lacrosse David B. Corbin (May 2013 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times triple jump with a personal-record team in the first round of the North HEADING FOR HIGHER HEIGHTS...Blue Devil Peter Fagan cleared 15 feet in the pole vault and made three attempts at 15-6 at the Union County Track & Field David B. Corbin (May 2019 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times (PR) distance of 36-4.5. Knapp took Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 Tourna- STEALING SECOND BASE...Raider Dean Kirian, No. 9, swipes second base in second in the long jump with a dis- ment at Gary Kehler Stadium in Championships at Hub Stine Field in Plainfield on May 17, 2013. the seventh inning as ALJ second baseman Max Carmino, No. 3, and shortstop tance of 17-8, followed by Raider Westfield on May 16. However their until midway through the final lap Blue best (PB) time of 54.01. The results Steve Harrington, No. 14, cover. The Raiders defeated the Crusaders, 4-0, for the Corinne Lyght at 17-5.25, Blue Devil two winning face-offs were quickly Devil senior Mia Melao stepped it up, for first place in the 110 hurdles was UCT title on May 15, 2019. Lauren Triarsi at 17-4.5 and Cougar intercepted and converted to goals kept gaining ground and was virtually about as close as it could get when duel wound up in favor of the Scotch thers over top-seeded Westfield. Cielo Tumbokon at 17-3.25. then from that point, the 11-5 Blue in a neck-and-neck race down the Rahway’s Ola Akande just freckled Plains-Fanwood Raiders over the Roselle Park received a stellar pitch- Leigh crossed first in the 400 with Devils won the remaining face-offs stretch with Lufano, before finally edg- out Josiah Cadet, 14.3 to 14.31. Raider Westfield Blue Devils at Williams ing performance from Madison a personal record (PR) time of 48.02. of the first quarter to seize a 12-0 lead ing her out to seize the Gold with a Jacob Leigh took top honors in the Field in Elizabeth for the Union Hummel who struck out six batters, Blue Devil Ajay Olson finished third en route to a 20-2 triumph. personal-record (PR) time of 5:09.05. 200 at 22.11 and Cougar Josh Cadet County Tournament (UCT) crown and scattered six hits and walked none Raider Trinity Hart matched her finished third at 22.29. In the 100 there were several heroes. Ten years against a potent Blue Devil lineup. conference leap of 18-1.75 to win the dash, Raider Dwight Laylor finished later at Kean University in Union on Blue Devils Genevieve Howell and long jump. Blue Devil Sarah Hacker second at 10.94 (PB), followed by May 15, heroes emerged again as the Michaela Hobson led off with back- crossed first in the 3,200 with a time Leigh at 10.96 (PB). sixth-seeded Raiders shutout the to-back singles in the seventh inning of 11:32.64 and teammates Caroline Raider Ben Fleischer crossed first fourth-seeded A.L. Johnson Crusad- and Emma Pietrewicz followed with Stockwell finished third at 11:47.75 in the 3,200 with a time of 9:36.7, ers, 4-0, for their fifth UCT title (1969, a single into left that scored Howell. and Grace Endy finished fourth at followed by Blue Devils Matt Meusel 1976, 2004, 2009). May 15/16, 2019: Union Catholic 11:54.82. Blue Devil Katie Hamilton at 9:37.66, Will McGlynn at 9:42.97 Senior Patrick Cuccurullo was on dominated the girls events and the took third in the 800 at 2:17.53. Sam and Kevin Yucetepe at 9:48.26. the mound and tossed shutout ball Elizabeth Minutemen boys won the Stravach placed second in the javelin May 12, 2017: Key hits, especially until he was relieved by senior Nick team title at the Union County Tour- with a toss of 104-7 and also placed in the top of the fourth and sixth Merkel with two outs in the sixth nament (Individual) Championships second in the discus with a toss of innings, and a steady performance inning. Cuccurullo, who has been held at Hub Stine Field in Plainfield 107-9. Cougar Cielo Tumbokon from senior pitcher Connor Scanlon somewhat overshadowed on the on May 15-16. The Lady Vikings placed second in the triple jump with kept the fourth-seeded Westfield High mound by his Villanova bound team- finished with a total of 162, followed a distance of 35-5. School baseball team in the driver’s mate Danny Wilkinson, proved he by Westfield at 75, Kent Place at 64, May 17, 2018: The Union County seat en route to its 15th Union County had the right stuff too by spreading six Rahway at 43 and Scotch Plains- Tournament individual track and field Tournament (UCT) championship singles, two walks and a hit batter, Fanwood at 25. Governor Livingston championships, due to weather con- with a 6-3 victory over second-seeded while striking out six Crusaders. placed sixth at 23 and Cranford took ditions, was jammed into one long Cranford at Kean University in Union The 14-8 Raiders totaled eight hits seventh at 20. For the boys, Elizabeth afternoon and evening at Hub Stine on May 12. and also got good mileage from some came in with a total of 104 and Union Field in Plainfield. Elizabeth won the Pitted against Cougar ace Gordon crafty base stealing. Seniors Mike Catholic was second at 81 followed David B. Corbin (May 2018 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times boys team title with an 81.5 total, Graceffo, Scanlon knew the pressure Dieu, Angelo DiNizo (2-for-3), Josh by Westfield at 65, Scotch Plains- FIRST IN THE 400 HURDLES....Cougar Josiah Cadet, right, crosses first in the followed by Union Catholic at 77 and was on but managed to scatter seven Canavan, Jonny Ramos and Willy Fanwood at 51 and Summit at 49. 400 hurdles with a personal-best time of 54.01 at the UCT Track and Field Rahway at 61. Scotch Plains-Fanwood hits and three runs over five innings, Gale, along with junior Dean Kirian Although she had a down day in the Championships at Hub Stine Field in Plainfield on May 17, 2018. placed fourth with 57 points, followed while hitting a pair of batters, walking (2-for-3) provided all the hits. discus at the conference meet last by Linden at 45 and Union at 40. one and striking out two. Corey Hiltz May 15, 2019: Roselle Park week, Blue Devil senior Sam Stravach at 48.61. Leigh also finished second Attacker Matt Rittendale recorded Westfield took seventh with 33 points, relieved in the sixth and yielded only erupted for five runs in the top of the not only won that event in Plainfield in the 100 dash at 10.87 and second in all four of his goals in the first quarter the Summit Hilltoppers were eighth a single to Tyler Szczech (2-for-3, fourth inning on its way to a 7-1 but also won the javelin event. Blue the 200 at 21.87. Fleischer crossed as did midfielder co-captain Nicky at 29 and the Cranford Cougars placed RBI), while striking out two. victory over Westfield in the Union Devil Jeremy Kronheimer won the the line first in the 3,200 with a time Bond with his two goals. Attacker ninth with 26 points. CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 of 9:37.74. Blue Devils Kronheimer Jake Engelke and midfielder Dylan at 168-4, Griffin Rooney at 160-1 Alfano each scored one of their two and Connor Hach at 150-6 took 1-2- goals in the first quarter and 4 in the javelin. midfielder/co-captain Jake Wornow May 14, 2018: Very familiar uni- had a goal and an assist in the first forms appeared on the turf at Kean quarter. Attacker Devon McLane set University in Union on May 14 to up most of those goals and finished decide which team would emerge as with a goal and eight assists. the Union County Tournament high May 17, 2018: Defending cham- school baseball champion. Jack pions Union Catholic won the team Pedicini lined an RBI single in the title at the girls individual Union top of the sixth inning to snap a 2-2 County Tournament track & field deadlock then Will Jennings drilled a championships held at Hub Stine Field two-run single in the seventh to earn in Plainfield. Last year Union Catho- the third-seeded Governor Livingston lic totaled 152 well ahead of Westfield Highlanders a 6-2 victory over the at 73 but this time the competition top-seeded Westfield Blue Devils for was a little closer as the Vikings fin- their second UCT crown. ished with a 115.25 total to the Blue For the first six innings, the game Devils’ 86. Union took third at 43. was a pitchers’ duel between High- Scotch Plains-Fanwood took sixth at lander lefthander DJ Gonelli and Blue 26.5, followed by Summit at 29 and

David B. Corbin (May 2014 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times Devil Mike Carlone. Each pitcher Cranford at 26. David B. Corbin (May 2015 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times PUTTING THE PINCH ON BERGEN TECH...Blue Devils Jackson Boyle, left, yielded two runs in the first inning but Probably one of the most amazing AWAITING THE THROW...Blue Devil catcher George Devanney awaits the and Connor Webb, right, put the pinch on a Bergen Tech opponent in the North then tossed shutout ball until the streak performances of the afternoon came throw as Mendham’s Tyler Hoops slides in to score the first run of the game in Jersey, Group 4 tournament in Westfield on May 17, 2014. was cracked in the sixth. Chris Wagner in the 1,600. Viking Jerika Lufano Westfield on May 13, 2015. Mendham eked out a run in the seventh to win, 4-3.

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David B. Corbin (May 2019 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (May 2018 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (May 2015 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times SECOND IN THE LONG JUMP...Cougar Sasha Knapp placed second in the BRINGING IT DOWNFIELD....Blue Devil Griffin Aslanian, No. 44, brings the THIRD IN THE 800...Blue Devil Brooke Scheaffer, right, took third in the 800 at UCT in the long jump event with a leap of 17-8 (May 15, 2019). ball downfield during the game with Clifton at Kehler Stadium on May 16, 2018. the Union County Track Championship on May 15, 2015. A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror of H.S. Sports in Years Past Blue Devil Mike Manning slashed the pole vault with a clearance of 9-0. Stovall at 11:49.35 and Maddy Bord third-seeded Governor Livingston 0). The second doubles team of Max won both sides of the Union County a sharp RBI single. Arthur Xiao Raider Madeline Weber won the shot at 11:51.88 took 1-2 in the 3,200. Highlanders, who after enduring a Carle and William Kelly completed boys and girls track & field champi- hopped an RBI single. Alex Pancini put with a shove of 37-6. Cougar Raiders Amani Williams at 118-3 and nine-inning victory over second- the sweep by defeating Jordan Sinoway onships at Hub Stine Field in yanked a sharp two-run double. Matt Taylor Grant won the high jump with Darya Ganzha at 102-3 placed 1-2 in seeded Westfield on May 14, came and Kyle Cannillo (6-0, 6-0). Plainfield. The Viking boys won their LaCorte slammed an RBI double to a height of 5-0. Christina Barlik won the discus. Blue Devil Keren Moncayo through with a 3-2 triumph over top- May 13, 2015: Effective pitching fifth straight title with a 134 total to center and Jake Lerie added icing the discus with a toss of 106-4. won the javelin with a toss of 94-1. seeded Scotch Plains-Fanwood to from senior lefthander Sean Elliott outdistance the Raiders with 65 points, with an RBI single to right. Cougar Blue Devil Ian Humphrey won the Blue Devils Marie Koglin, Anna claim their first ever Union County went unrewarded when the West followed by Union at 50 and Westfield Tom Armstrong (2-for-3) tripled and javelin with a toss of 164-11. Max Browne, Julia Myers and Brooke Tournament (UCT) championship at Morris Mendham baseball team took at 47. The Lady Vikings finished with scored the first of his two runs (RBI Michel (Elizabeth) won the high jump Schaeffer finished second in the 4x400 Kean University in Union on May 15. advantage of a hit batter and a wild 135 points, followed by Union at 78 single by Tyler Szczech) when Dan with a clearance of 6-4, followed by at 4:08.55. Of the Raiders’ 10 hits, George pitch from his relief pitcher to score a and Summit at 50. Westfield took Blue Devils Mike Stokes (11-6) Leichtling rapped an RBI double and and Brian Callahan (11-0) took 1-2 in a single in his three plate appear- the pole vault. Raider Izu Mozie won ances. Tyler O’Brien (run scored) and the discus with a toss of 137-1. In the Colin McAlindin each had a pair of Mountain Division, Cougar Josh Ca- singles. Peter Warren doubled, An- det took first in the 200 at 22.72. thony DiNizo singled and scored, May 14, 2016: All good things must Peter Yarem hit an RBI single and pass! But a new beginning for the Jake Canavan beat out a bunt single. fourth-seeded Governor Livingston May 17, 2016: The Westfield High High School baseball team was the School boys’ tennis team burned cause of the second-seeded Westfield through North Hunterdon (10-6) like Blue Devils’ 18-game winning streak a hot knife through butter, shutting coming to an end in a 4-3, nine-inning out the Lions, 5-0, in their NJSIAA victory in the second Union County Tournament, Quarterfinal Round, Tournament semifinal game held at North Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 Kean University in Union on May 14. match held on May 17 at the Josh Katz drilled his second RBI Mountainside Indoor Tennis Courts single of the game in the top of the in Mountainside. ninth and senior relief pitcher Brian First singles player Tyler Roth Cranston shut down the Blue Devils roared past North Hunterdon’s Eric 1-2-3 in the bottom of the inning to Liu (6-0, 6-0). Sophomore Damien David B. Corbin (May 2017 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times earn the victory and a trip to the UCT Ruparel made quick work of Jeffrey David B. Corbin (May 2014 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times UNION COUNTY CHAMPS...The Westfield High School baseball team won its championship game. Blue Devil Crane (6-0, 6-0) at second singles. CLOSE ENCOUNTER OF A TOUGH KIND...Blue Devil goalkeeper Mallory 15th Union County Tournament title after defeating the Cranford Cougars, 6-3, Bobby Abbott rapped two singles. Noah Reich continued the clean sweep Weisse, left, prepares to defend against Old Bridge Knight Caitlyn Nemeth, No. at Kean University in Union on May 12, 2017. 21, in the North Jersey, Group 4 game at Gary Kehler Stadium in Westfield on Magliano (2-for-3) beat out an infield Raider Nigel Nelson and Blue Devil May 14, 2014. The Lady Blue Devils defeated Old Bridge, 15-5. single. Ryan Bakie (2-for-4, stolen Phil Dwyer at 6-2. Dwyer took sec- base) got the Cougars excited with a ond in the long jump with a leap of 21- run in the seventh inning then held on fifth with 39 points, Cranford was solo blast over the leftfield fence. 7.75. Raider Dwight Laylor finished to burn the Blue Devils, 4-3, in 10th at 13 and the Raiders were 12th May 12, 2017: Westfield rallied second in the 100 at 11.28 and took Westfield. Elliott scattered four hits with eight points. from a 3-2 deficit by scoring five runs third in the 200 at 22.99. Blue Devil and struck out seven. Chris Rinaldi Raider Kobe White, however, got in the top of the fourth inning to Cameron McLaughlin was third in went 3-for-4. some redemption after having a false overcome Scotch Plains-Fanwood, the 400 at 51.3, and second in the 400 May 13, 2015: Scotch Plains- start at the Watchung Conference meet 12-6, on May 12 at Scotch Plains. hurdles at 58-0. Raider Colin Sullivan Fanwood High School senior Jeffrey on May 8 by placing first in the 100 Sophomore Genevieve Howell crossed second at 4:27.4 and second Rodgers earned his 100th career vic- meters with a personal record (PR) smacked a two-run homer in the first in the 800 at 2:01.09. tory with a 6-2, 6-0 win over Josep time of 10.99. Teammate Merlin inning to stake the Blue Devils to a 2- Cougar Josiah Cadet took second Mejia of Elizabeth at Kramer Tennis Edmond, who won at the conference 0 lead. Danielle Rinaldi and Jordan in the 400-hurdles with a CHS record Courts in Scotch Plains. The mile- meet with a time of 10.93, finished Sacher each drilled two-run doubles. time of 55.15. Josiah Cadet, Josh stone win was just the latest in a third at 11.16. Edmond, Quincy Raider Hannah Lyman had two RBI, Cadet, Peter Gilligan and Kyle dominant career for Rodgers, who Sanchez, White and Cameron Smith Lexi Brunetto cracked an RBI double, Ledford finished second in the 4x400 has been playing first singles for the won the 4x400 in 3:23.34. Quinn Kekelis and Emily Lockatell with a time of 3:32.5. Trey Pascual Raiders ever since stepping on the On Day 2, after the first lap of the each rapped an RBI single and Julia took second in the pole vault with a court as a freshman. 3,200, Blue Devil Matt Russo was DiGiacomo rapped an RBI double. height of 13-0. May 14, 2015: The Blue Devils virtually running all alone way ahead May 12 & 15, 2017: The Westfield May 14, 2016: The Scotch Plains- girls lacrosse team advanced with a of the rest of the pack and finished girls and the SPF boys placed second Fanwood girls track & field team won Alex Lowe (May 2015 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times 17-8 victory over Randolph in the first with a PR time of 9:26.65, nearly at the Union County Conference track three individual events, including a 1- GETTING HIS 100TH VICTORY...Raider senior first singles player Jeffrey first round of the NJSIAA North Jer- 24 seconds faster than his nearest and field meets held at Governor 2-3 sweep in the high jump, to capture Rodgers holds a poster after getting his 100th varsity career victory as his sey, Group 4 Tournament held on competitor, Viking Nate Papachristos. Livingston on May 12 and May 15. the Union County Conference teammates and coach surround him (May 13 2015). May 14 at Kehler Stadium in Blue Devil Mae Devin won the pole Blue Devils Mia Melao at 5:15.34 Watchung Division crown with a total Westfield. Senior Sam Paoletti, who vault with a height of 10-0. and Sarah Hacker at 5:20.1 took 1-2 of 154 ahead of the Westfield Blue Steve Barmakian and Chris Rinaldi at third singles by shutting out Mike scored three goals and dished out two May 14, 2014: Recovering from in the 1,600. Blue Devil Caroline Devils, who placed second at 107.5, each singled. Kobi Wolf had an in- Vitti, (6-0, 6-0). Westfield took the assists, led the Blue Devils. Sophie an emotional loss to Summit in the field RBI single and an RBI free pass. first doubles match with Owen Bartok Bass and Julia Gretsky (1 assist each) Union County Tournament champi- May 15, 2016: Running the gaunt- and Matthew Bartok defeating Rich- also scored three goals. onship game took little time as the let turned out to be a success for the ard Chen and Brendan Feeley (6-0, 6- May 14-15, 2015: Union Catholic fifth-seeded Blue Devils girls lacrosse team crumbled 12th-seeded 13-6 Old Bridge, 15-5, in the first round of the NJSIAA sectional tournament at Gary St. Bart’s Softballers Hold ‘Virtual Draft’ Kehler Stadium in Westfield. Senior The Game Must Go On! (virtually underway. Each captain picked from a St. Michael — Chris Paterek — midfielder Anna Tanji had five goals for now) hat to select his players position-by- Enterprise Home Builders and an assist, junior attacker Sam St. Bart’s Oldtimer’s Men’s Soft- position. Some captains were fum- This tradition of redrafting each Paoletti netted three goals and an as- ball League held its annual preseason bling with the hats or taking a suspi- year, instituted by the founders of the sist and senior attacker Alexis Kardias draft. ciously long time to select, but in the league over 40 years ago, makes it had four assists. Taking a page out of Roger Goodell’s end, Nash assured us the integrity of easy to meet the 120 players, and May 15, 2014: The Cranford Cou- playbook, Commissioner Jim Killeen the league was upheld during the pro- makes the league seem more like a gars baseball team improved to 13-5 and other league leaders organized a cess. The virtual draft was a resound- “fraternity” than a softball league. with a 9-4 victory over 19-5 Governor virtual draft for the St. Bart’s Oldtimer’s ing success! 2020 Teams, Captains, League pundits are predicting a start Livingston in Berkeley Heights. Pitcher Men’s Softball League which was held and Sponsors are listed below: of the season on around August 1 Pat Knight struck out seven, walked on Friday, May 1. With the status of the St. George — Jeff Friedlander — (let’s hope!). Based on the outcome two and allowed eight hits for the season in up in the air, the online draft TBD of the draft, the same experts are Cougars. Tommy Trotter rapped a pair was a fun distraction and pushed the St. Joseph — Tom Grycan — declaring St. Michael’s as the team to of doubles and a pair of singles, while limits of a Zoom meeting with over 80 Tee-N-Jay-Farm beat, followed by St. Francis and St. scoring twice and adding an RBI. David B. Corbin (May 2019 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times participants. St. Anthony — Bob Camisa — Vincent. May 15, 2014: The Linden High VERY CLOSE FINISH...Blue Devil Ajay Olson, left, Gabe Nash (Elizabeth) and Most players were on their best be- Sideline Sports In what seems like an annual tradi- School softball team scored a run in Raider Jacob Leigh head for the line in the 200 meters at the Union County havior and the meeting-wide mute St. Sebastian — Wells Pikaart — tion, St. Wolfgang was pegged as the the top of the seventh and held on to Tournament in Plainfield. Nash finished first, Leigh was second and Olson grab a 9-8 victory over the Cranford finished fourth (May 15, 2019). button was used only once. Now that Rossi Funeral Home party team this year. Finally, this year’s team rosters are set, league pundits are St. Francis — Ben LoBrace — Mr. Irrelevant, awarded to the last Cougars at Adams Field in Cranford. Stockwell finished first in the 3,200 at at Governor Livingston High School busy making predictions while players Franklin LoBrace Wohlrob Ac- player selected in the draft, goes to St. Jessica Casale doubled, singled and 11:47.22. Blue Devil Emma Jackler in Berkeley Heights on May 14. Raid- are hoping to get on the field to play countants & Investors Sebastian’s Joe DiBernado. Good scored twice for the Cougars. Allie placed first in the 800 at 2:20.69. ers Summer Robinson with a height real games sometime this summer. St. Wolfgang — Rich Polhamus Luck Joe- prove them wrong! For Verrilli had three hits and three RBI, Raider Wilda Francois crossed first of 5-0, Wilda Francois at 4-8 and League Secretary Matt “PePe” — Family Investors more information on the St. Bart’s Candice Durant had a double and an in the 400 hurdles at 1:05.95. 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David B. Corbin (May 2012 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (May 2013 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times Lance Tupper (May 2014 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times CLEARING THE HURDLE…Raider Leah Salituro clears the hurdle in her heat PLOWING INTO THIRD BASE...Cougar Chris Folinusz plows into third base BUNTING FOR A SINGLE...Blue Devil Chrissy Ferraro bunts for a single in the of the 400 intermediate hurdles at the Union County track & field meet in in the fourth inning as Blue Devil Eric Demers tries to get control of the ball. The North Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 game against Edison on May 17, 2014. Ferraro Plainfield on May 17, 2012. Cougars defeated Westfield, 8-0, to claim the UCT title (May 12, 2013). had three hits and the Blue Devils won, 14-1, in five innings. A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror of H.S. Sports in Years Past walked four, while striking out seven County Tournament championship Stine Field in Plainfield with a total of May 17-18, 2012: The Union two-run home run. Stephanie in the pole vault with a height of 12 to guide the top-seeded, No. 2 ranked, game at A.L. Johnson High School in 107, while the Cranford Cougars placed Farmers had a team total of 105 to Bagniewski launched a two-run home feet. Burke also just missed on at- Cranford High School baseball team Clark. Jack Flaherty finished with second at 70 in the 19-team field. The outscore the Cranford Cougars, who run over the centerfield fence. tempts to clear 12’7.” Benedictine’s to an 8-0 victory over third-seeded three goals, while Nick Arnold and Raiders finished third with 64 points, finished second at 80.66 at the Union May 13, 2011: Youth came through Kiana Winston nosed out Cougar Westfield at Kean University in Union midfielder Matt Webb each netted a followed by the Blue Devils at 56 County Championships at Hub Stine in a big way when freshman pitcher Natalie Englese for first in the 400 to earn its eighth Union County Tour- goal, and defender Christian Burgdorf Blue Devils Lily Burtness, Sophia Field in Plainfield. Cougars Bryanna Elena Scarano tossed a five-hitter and meters with respective times of 57.29 nament title. Chris Folinusz led with added an assist for the Blue Devils. Goldschmidt, Natalie Marcotullio and Grant with a distance of 38-2, Gillian struck out four, while yielding no and 57.34. two doubles, a single, two runs scored May 15, 2013: The Raider boys’ Amanda Fischer crossed first in the Burke with a PR 37-10 and Regine walks, and freshman Julia Criscuolo May 11, 2009: Strong perfor- and an RBI in four at-bats. Tommy lacrosse team gained the lead midway 4x400 with a time of 4:01.49, fol- Hunter with a PR 37-8.5 swept 1-2-3 drilled a two-run double in the fifth mances across the board allowed the lowed by Raiders Tori Baliatico, in the triple jump. Kailyn Reilly, Darianna DeVore and Cougar Kristen VanBenschoten Justine Valdes at 4:03.24. Cougar came through with a PR shove of 37- Jenna Ellenbacher improved upon her 6 to take top honors in the shot put. personal-record (PR) winning time of Raider Samantha Renfree placed third 1:04.67 at the Mountain Conference with a push of 35-1. VanBenschoten meet in the previous week by crossing also took top honors in the discus with first in the 400-hurdles at 1:03.27, a throw of 113-6. Renfree was second followed by Baliatico, who also im- at 102-10 and Cougar Summer proved upon her best time with a Kortbaoui took fifth at 90-2.25. 1:04.35. Renfree, however, won the javelin May 16-17, 2013: As it had been at with a toss of 110-1, followed by Blue the county relays, Union Catholic Devils Christina Mosco at 108-9 and dominated the Union County boys in- Meghan Reilly at 107-4. dividual championship with a total of May 7, 2011: Domination from the 145, and the Blue Devils finished sec- mound was not in the cards even if the ond at 79 in the 16-team field at Hub showdown between third-seeded Stine Field in Plainfield. On May 16, Westfield and second-seeded Gover- Blue Devils Matt Luppino at 4:22.13, nor Livingston featured perhaps the Phil Edwards at 4:22.43 and Kevin best pitcher in the county during the Smith at 4:25.82 swept the 1,600 second game of the Union County David B. Corbin (May 2012 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times CLOSE PLAY AT THE PLATE…Raider Frank Degnan dives toward the plate David B. Corbin (May 2015 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times meters. The next day, Edwards really Tournament semifinal round at Will- 100 METER CHAMPION...Raiders Kobe White, center, Merlin Edmond (third) had his day in the sun when he crossed iams Field in Elizabeth on May 7. and jars the ball loose from Viking catcher Joe Bonacorso in the second inning. The at the Union County Track Championships on May 15, 2015. first in the 3,200 with a time of 9:30.22 Notorious for its swirling winds that Raiders won, 10-3 (May 16, 2012). (PR by more than 36 seconds). blow mostly towards the short right inning to boost the seventh-seeded Scotch Plains-Fanwood girls track & Trotter went 3-for-4 with an RBI and through the fourth quarter, but it was Raider Quaryee Bull took the top field fence, Williams Field yielded five Blue Devil softball team over sec- field team to repeat at Watchung Con- a run scored. Tyler Bowman had two the defense that made the real differ- spot in the triple jump with a distance of home runs in each semifinal game, but ond-seeded A.L. Johnson, 3-1, in the ference champions at Kehler Stadium of the Blue Devils’ hits, and Chris ence as the Raiders held down the 43-5. A battle for the top spot in the pole it took a three-run home run over the semifinal round of the Union County in Westfield on May 11. Raider senior Arena and Mike Ionta provided the North Hunterdon Lions, 5-4, in Scotch vault took place between Blue Devil leftfield fence from Mike Cranston in Tournament in Linden. Brittney Veeck won the 1,600 with a other two hits. Plains. Kevin Kerby, Kevin Charos, Peter Fagan and Mike Closs (New Provi- the bottom of the seventh inning to May 14/15, 2010: Team depth and time of 5:21.21 followed by freshman May 14, 2013: Penalties played a Tyler Haack, Christian Gordon and dence). Both cleared 15-0 and both just give the GL Highlanders a 17-14 vic- key victories by Jhakyse Williams, teammate Erin Pierce, who crossed in partial role, but accurate passing on Jack Cunningham each recorded missed 15-6, but Closs got top honors, tory over the Blue Devils. Jon Henry and the 4x400 relay team a personal-best (PB) 5:24.25. Pierce the part of the Hilltoppers’ offense goals. Goalkeeper Cole Webber fin- because Fagan missed once on his open- The most impressive home run, gave the Westfield boys track & field showed her stuff by crossing first in also helped determine the outcome of ished with six saves. ing height. Cougar Pat Lynch placed however, came off the bat of Blue team its second Union County Cham- the 3,200 meters with a time of the top-seeded Summit boys lacrosse May 16-17, 2013: The Union Lady fourth at 13-0, and Raider Christian Devil AJ Murray in the third inning pionship in three years at Hub Stine 12:08.99 followed by teammate team’s 9-5 victory over the second- Farmers took top honors at the Union Zoufaly placed sixth at 12-6. when it easily cleared the fence just Field in Plainfield. The Blue Devils Kathleen Leeper at 12:14.58. seeded Blue Devils in the Union County individual track meet at Hub May 12, 2012: Triskaidekaphobia left of the 420-foot sign and hit the totaled 87 to easily outdo Elizabeth Raiders Whitney Adams and Sarah was no issue when the third-seeded road beyond. Murray (3-for-4, 3 runs with 61. Scotch Plains-Fanwood fin- Canfield placed 1-2, respectively, in Blue Devils baseball team took on scored, walk) also slammed a two-run ished 10th with 15 points. the triple jump with distances of eighth-seeded Union for the Union double off the fence in right. Desig- Senior Jhakyse Williams stunned 36’6.25” and 35’4.5”. Raider Kim County Tournament (UCT) champi- nated hitter Will Riggs (2 runs scored) the field when he crossed the line in a Wenson then won the javelin with a onship at Williams Field in Elizabeth. made a huge contribution with a pair personal-best (PB) 10.99 to win the PB toss of 106’9”. Blue Devil sopho- The 17-3 Blue Devils overlooked a 3- of singles, an RBI double and a game- 100-meter dash. Williams became the more Ashley Edwards crossed first in 0 deficit, manufactured a run in the tying RBI triple in the seventh. Danny first Blue Devil in 24 years to win the the 400 meters with a PB time of third inning and demonstrated the “Big Kerr (2 runs scored) had a pair of event. Jon Henry crossed first in the 58.24. Edwards, who placed second Inning Theory”, exploding for 10 runs doubles and a single with two RBI. 400 meters with a time of 48.91. Wil- in the 200 meters at 26.37, teamed in the fourth, then added two more runs May 7, 2011: Home runs, doubles liams, Brian Henry, Pat Gray and Jon with Sophia DeVita, Amanda in the fifth to pulverize the Farmers, and triples dominated Game 1 of the Henry won the 4x400 with a time of Garfinkel and Kelly Irving to win the 13-3, to capture their 13th UCT crown. Union County Tournament semifinal 3:23.12. Expecting a huge challenge 4x400 with the time of 4:06.48. May 16, 2012: Gutsy base running round that top-seeded, 14-3 Cranford from Blue Devil Gray, Raider Frank May 13, 2008: Raider senior Mike coupled with a 15-hit attack, along won, 15-5, in six innings over fifth- Mellana had a PB toss of 195’10” to Alleman continued to extend the dis- win the javelin. Gray finished third tance of his shoves in the shot put, this Evan Kanterman (195-lbs) Justin Alpaugh-McLean (182-lbs) with a toss of 173 feet. time with a personal-record (PR) May 14/15, 2010: Senior Kim 64’0.75” to lead a 1-2-3 sweep in the Kanterman, Alpaugh-McLean Make Wenson took top honors and recorded event at the Watchung Conference personal-best (PB) throws in three track & field championships. Jason field events to help the Scotch Plains- Boff had a PR push of 46’4” to place Cougar All-Time Weight Class Team Fanwood girls track & field team second and Matt McQuoid had a toss This past season two wrestlers, Jus- Cougars High School team in 1997. squeeze past Benedictine for the of 44’10” to grab third. tin Alpaugh-McLean (182-lbs) and He is retiring from the coaching ranks Union County Championship crown May 14, 2008: Damage control via Evan Kanterman (195-lbs), were after 32 years of coaching. at Hub Stine Field in Plainfield. selective walks on the part of pitcher added to the Cranford Wrestling Kanterman entered the All Time Wenson won the shot put with a shove Taylor Zengenwald, along her four- Alumni’s prestigious All-Time Weight Cranford 195 team in the No. 5 spot. of 37’9”, the discus with a toss of 112 hit performance put the 10th-seeded Class Team Top-5. The Alumni weight His senior season Evan won the Union feet and had a huge PB toss of 121’8” Roselle Park softball team on the road classes allow for entrance to this club County Title and District 14 Champi- to win the javelin. to a stunning 4-3 victory over second- by winning UCT, District or Region onship. He finished 4th in Region 4 Blue Devils Katie Ponce, Sophia seeded Westfield in the quarterfinals titles or by qualifying for the NJSIAA and qualified for the NJSIAA State Devita, Amanda Marcatullo and of the Union County Tournament on State Tournament and then are ranked tournament, finishing with a 20-5 Ashley Edwards crossed first in the May 14. by the seasons accomplishments. record. As a four-year starter, 4x400 with a time of 4:02.41. Cougar Zengenwald conveniently walked Some of the weight classes have as Kanterman was a member of four Kelly Burke broke a meet record and the very dangerous hitting and speedy many as 20 wrestlers through the 64 UCT Champion teams. Interestingly, her own Union County record of leadoff hitter Cyndil Matthew (1-for- years of the Cranford varsity wres- Kanterman competed at 113-lbs his 39’7.75” in the triple jump with a 1, run scored, stolen base) on three tling program. Making the Top-5 in freshman year. He was also the David B. Corbin (May 2013 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times distance of 39’8.” She also broke her occasions to prevent what she does any weight class is a great achieve- RUNNING WITH THE BEST IN THE 1,600...Blue Devil Gabby Stravach, left, own meet record of 10’6” set in 2008 best, driving in runs and stealing bases. NJSIAA Scholar Athlete of the Year. keeps up with the two Summit girls in the 1,600 meters at the Union County ment. Alpaugh-McLean also entered Championships. Stravach finished third (May 16/17, 2013). Additionally, Steve Van Dam was Cranford All-Time 182 team at No. 5. honored this year as District 14 Assis- The past season, Justin won the UCT with an equally gutsy performance on seeded, 10-8 Scotch Plains-Fanwood tant Coach of the Year. He wrestled title, placed 2nd in the Districts, 5th in the mound by junior right-hander at Williams Field in Elizabeth on May DUGHI, HEWIT & DOMALEWSKI for Cranford from 1983 to 1987 and the Region 4 tournament to finish 29- James D’Angelo put the Raiders base- 7. In the bottom of the first inning, was a varsity starter in 1987. He be- 10. His career record was 58-32. He ball team on the right path to a 10-3 leadoff hitter Eric Walano (2 RBI, gan coaching the Cranford PAL in was also a member of 4 UCT champi- victory over hosting Union Catholic. double, 4 runs scored) drilled a solo Criminal Defense Matters 1988 and began coaching the Cranford onship teams. Senior catcher Ryan Henkels became blast over the screen. Cleanup hitter the major contributor at the plate with Greg Matlosz (4-for-4, 5 RBI) blasted State and Municipal Criminal Court four singles, a run scored and three a shot over the screen and Mark RBI. He also led the way on the base Osofsky followed suit to give the Motor Vehicle Tickets • DWI paths, being the vanguard on the sec- Cougars a 3-0 lead. ond of a pair of double steals. Henkels Cougar Ryan Williamson blasted a finished with four of the 13-10 Raid- solo homer. Chris Fulinosz, who ers’ 11 stolen bases. scored three times, tripled, doubled, May 17, 2012: Efficient pitching and had an RBI single. James and fine fielding kept the Westfield D’Angelo launched a two-run homer and Raiders softball teams in a tight for the Raiders. and well-played contest, but it took May 13, 2011: Sophomore Julia the Blue Devils’ two innings to earn a Siragusa struck out 14 Panthers and 4-0 victory in Scotch Plains. Blue walked none, while tossing a two- Devil pitcher Elena Scarano yielded hitter, as the third-seeded Cranford six hits and one walk, while fanning Cougars softball team routed sixth- Call Brandon Minde, Former Prosecutor three. Second baseman Julia seeded Roselle Park, 9-0, in the semi- Criscuolo, first baseman Audrey final round of the Union County Tour- Mention this ad for a complimentary conference Peterson (2-for-4), centerfielder nament in Linden. Allie Verrilli went Chrissy Ferraro (4-for-4), right fielder 2-for-4 and scored twice. Nicole 340 North Avenue, Cranford, NJ and Shannon Schaefer (2-for-4) pro- Ravetier (2-for-3, 3 runs scored) Steve Van Dam, left, with Cougar Head Coach Pat Gorman vided the Blue Devils’ four runs. stepped to the plate and whacked a (908) 272-0200 • www.dughihewit.com Page 10 Thursday, May 21, 2020 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A GALE FORCE MEDIA, L.L.C. 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Emily Gasson, Micaela Gensler- Jersey on the 12th day of May 2020, and PLAINS DOWNTOWN TIER 2 Avery Keith, Kathryn Kengeri, Canale, Nicole Gerckens, Ella that said Ordinances will be considered for a group of Mountainside women to The Mountainside Restoration IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE Alexander Kiefer, Grace Kim, final adoption at a meeting of the said raise funds applied immediately to a Committee is a 501(c)3 charity and Giacalone, Christian Gilford, Chloe ADOPTED HOUSING PLAN Township Council to be held in the Council Caroline Kobin, Nicholas Labin, Golub, Daniel Gonzalez, Amanda ELEMENT AND FAIR SHARE variety of causes related to needs re- a committee of volunteers whose Chambers, 430 Park Avenue, on the 16th Paige Landry, Lindsey Leavitt, Sarah PLAN OF THE TOWNSHIP OF sulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. purpose is to restore and maintain Goodman, Kate Guglielmo, Jordan day of June 2020 at 7:00 p.m., at which SCOTCH PLAINS AND CON- Lincoln, Gabriele Lisci, Grace Hadel, Brody Henderson, Sarah time and place a public hearing will be held Forty T-shirts were sold in a one-week the Deacon Andrew Hetfield House SISTENT WITH THE TERMS Lisnock, Jeffery Liu, Clare Logan, prior to final passage of said Ordinances period, which were delivered to door- and the Levi Cory House and to Hobbie, Leah Hoffman, Alyssa OF A SETTLEMENT AGREE- and all interested persons will be given an Samuel Lopez Gutierrez, Dillon Ma, Hourie, Mallory Hughes, Luka MENT REACHED BETWEEN steps throughout Mountainside. collect and save historic informa- opportunity to be heard concerning the Monica Manescu, Zachary Marceau, THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH Funds raised through this T-shirt tion and items from destruction. Jansveld, Anna Jemison, Lyla Jenner, same. Copies of said Ordinances can be PLAINS AND THE FAIR Zachary Marcus, Tage Mehta, Robert Chloe Katz, Eshaan Khera, Sydney obtained from the Township Clerk’s Office sale were distributed by For further information or to do- SHARE HOUSING CENTER Meisinger, Zachary Meisinger, at any time prior to final adoption at no cost #mountainsidecares to the nate funds for historic restoration, Kim, Grace Koetje, Maya Koslowsky, REGARDING COMPLIANCE to any member of the general public who Edward Mendel, Caroline Morrelli, Anna Kylish, Alexandra Laguna, WITH THE TOWNSHIP’S AF- Mountainside Volunteer Rescue Squad call (908) 789-9420 or go to requests same. Jaden Natt, Benedict Nematadzira, Gabrielle Laitman, Olivia Lawrence, FORDABLE HOUSING OBLI- for the purchase of much-needed Per- mountainsidehistory.org. Illyria Norwood, Jillian O'Brien, Sean Madelyn Lee, Kyra Lentzner, ORDINANCE 2020-9 GATIONS. O'Brien, Clarabelle Owens, Devan Charlotte Liu, Francesco LoGrippo, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 2020-11 CHAPTER XXIII, ENTITLED Kelly Frazee Is Awarded Patel, Deven Patel, Noah Petrassi, Grace Malanowski, Olivia Marino, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING “ZONING” OF THE TOWN- Chloe Pinkowski, Gianna Puglisi, CHAPTER XXIII ENTITLED Victoria Marmarou, Ignacio Marro, SHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS “ZONING” OF THE TOWN- Makenna Reed, Nalyssa Reyes, Paulina Maya, Luca McLaren, Jorge ORDINANCE TO CREATE AN SHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Master’s Degree From WGU Nathan Reynders, Aidan Richards, INCLUSIONARY OVERLAY Mendoza, Elizabeth Miles, Abigail ORDINANCE TO CREATE AN ZONE DISTRICT FOR CER- Ximena Rodriguez, Ethan Roitman, Mokrzycki, Sara Molen, Elena Morey, INCLUSIONARY OVERLAY TAIN PROPERTIES IN THE SALT LAKE CITY, Utah who graduated is 38 years old. Maxwell Rotter, Isabella Scipioni, ZONE DISTRICT FOR CER- Jacqueline Moser, Sabrina Muller, TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH Designed to meet the needs of TAIN PROPERTIES IN THE (Grassroots Newswire) — Kelly Avital Sclar, Isabelle Shih, Michael Shreyas Nair, Isabella Oligino, Archit PLAINS DOWNTOWN TIER 1 TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH Frazee of Scotch Plains has earned working adults, courses allow stu- Singh, Krishav Singla, Emily Spirn, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE Palit, Sofia Panora, Jake Pardes, PLAINS DOWNTOWN TIER 3 dents to study and learn on their own ADOPTED HOUSING PLAN a Master of Science, Curriculum Philip Spirn, Ryuichi Tanemori, Sofia Gabriella Pardo, Sienna Pastore, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ELEMENT AND FAIR SHARE and Instruction degree from West- schedules with individualized, one- Tsarsi, Grace Virmani, Madeleine ADOPTED HOUSING PLAN Charles Kevin Perez, Tyler PLAN OF THE TOWNSHIP OF to-one faculty support. They com- ELEMENT AND FAIR SHARE ern Governors University (WGU). Von Boch, Riley Walker, Miriam Pietrewicz, Brian Polito, Drew SCOTCH PLAINS AND CON- PLAN OF THE TOWNSHIP OF Since January 2, 2020, WGU has plete courses as soon as they demon- Walsh, Alishba Waqar, Cate SISTENT WITH THE TERMS Pravlik, Katherine Purse, Claire Qin, SCOTCH PLAINS AND CON- strate that they have mastered the OF A SETTLEMENT AGREE- awarded 6,313 undergraduate and Weinstein, Rebecca Willson, Emory Hannah Ramdath, Jaslene Raphael, SISTENT WITH THE TERMS MENT REACHED BETWEEN 4,975 graduate degrees. Graduates’ subject matter, allowing them to Wilner, Ethan Witten, Rebecca OF A SETTLEMENT AGREE- Samantha Rever, Livia Reyes, THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH move quickly through material they MENT REACHED BETWEEN areas of study include business, K- Xiong, Chen Yang, Ian Yu Suzanna Rogers, Noah Rubenstein, PLAINS AND THE FAIR THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH 12 education, information technol- already know so they can allocate SHARE HOUSING CENTER Morgan Samet, Sienna Schael, PLAINS AND THE FAIR time for what they still need to learn. REGARDING COMPLIANCE ogy, and health professions, includ- Grade 8 Aanand Shah, Sophia Silecchia, SHARE HOUSING CENTER WITH THE TOWNSHIP’S AF- ing nursing. Established in 1997 by 19 U.S. REGARDING COMPLIANCE Honor Roll Julianna Snyder, Cassie Solomon, FORDABLE HOUSING OBLI- governors with a mission to expand WITH THE TOWNSHIP’S AF- The average time to graduation Ava Andreottola, Obinna Anyaele, Tessa Srebnik, Abigail Stinton, Emma GATIONS. FORDABLE HOUSING OBLI- for those earning a bachelor’s de- access to high-quality, affordable Ava Aronowitz, Tyler Ballingall, Sullivan, Alina Summer-Brason, ORDINANCE 2020-10 GATIONS. gree was two years, three months, higher education, online, nonprofit Victoria Bas, Aylinn Beinhaker, Jus- Spencer Sutcliffe, Olivia Thornton, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING BOZENA LACINA, RMC while the average time for gradu- WGU now serves more than 121,000 tin Bergerman, Christopher Beriont, Audra Toth, Hailey Vaccaro, Sonya CHAPTER XXIII ENTITLED Municipal Clerk ate programs was one year, six students nationwide and has more Ava Biedermann, Danielle Brown, Velkov, Bianca Vesuna, Owen Waibel, “ZONING” OF THE TOWN- 1 T - 05/21/20, The Times Fee: $85.68 months. The average age of those than 178,000 graduates in all 50 states. Rachel Bryson, Julia Carbone, Stephanie Wang, Riley Whitlock, Zachary Carvalho, Tomas Cestero, Jaden Wilkerson, Amanda Williams, PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Daniel Chacon, Aditya Chalke, Austin Williams, Sofia Wood, Alice TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD, CRANFORD, NEW JERSEY I. Acquisition of a new automotive vehicle, including original apparatus and equipment, Alexander Chelak, Sophia Chen, Cara Xi, Wes Young, Chloe Yu, Matthew BOND ORDINANCE STATEMENT AND SUMMARY consisting of a roll-off truck for the use of the DPW. Cogan, Ethan Cohall, Aidan Crane, Zheng, Ethan Zhu ORDINANCE NO. 2020-06 Jeremy Cruz, Steven Csorba, Ava Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 161,535 The bond ordinance, the summary terms of which are included herein, has been finally Down Payment Appropriated $ 7,735 DeSena, Gabrielle Del Monico, Ethan Grade 7 adopted by the Township Committee of the Township of Cranford, in the County of Union, Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 153,800 Delforte, Sofia Della Rocco, Aiel Honor Roll State of New Jersey on May 12, 2020 and the 20-day period of limitation within which a Period of Usefulness 5 years Delos Reyes, Jackson Dowden, Alana Andersen, Joshua Angel, suit, action or proceeding questioning the validity of such ordinance can be commenced, J. Acquisition of new additional or replacement equipment and machinery consisting Natalie Dragan, Evan Dunham, James as provided in the Local Bond Law, has begun to run from the date of the first publication of firearms for the use of the Police Department. Sophia Basaldua, Avery Bell, Isabella of this statement. Copies of the full ordinance are available at no cost and during regular Dunn, Max Eisenman, Josue Fajardo, Blessington, Luke Bracco, Ava business hours, at the Clerk’s office for members of the general public who request the Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 45,000 Kate Finn, Colin Foley, Aris Braddock, Samuel Braun, Benjamin same. The summary of the terms of such bond ordinance follows: Down Payment Appropriated $ 2,250 Frantzeskakis, Genevieve Gauthier, Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 42,750 Brodo, Avery Brooks, Jolie Bruder, TITLE: BOND ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE THE MAKING OF VARIOUS Period of Usefulness 5 years Nikita Goldfeld, Sigal Goldstein, Logan Cabral, Aiden Carlucci, Luca PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND THE ACQUISITION OF NEW ADDITIONAL Lucas Gunzberg, Caroline Heinze, Carollo, Lucas Chalfant, Samuel OR REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT AND MACHINERY, NEW COMMUNI- K. Installation of an electric vehicle charging station at the Cranford Crossing Garage. Gregory Hurford, Liza Jashari, Mat- Cohen, Sophia Conway, Riley Cortes, CATION AND SIGNAL SYSTEMS EQUIPMENT, NEW INFORMATION Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 15,000 thew Jean, Charles Jeckell, Lena TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT AND A NEW AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLE, IN- State Grant Appropriated $ 6,000 Colin Coyle, Priscilla Dayon, Sophia CLUDING ORIGINAL APPARATUS AND EQUIPMENT, IN, BY AND FOR Down Payment Appropriated $ 450 Jimenez, James Johnson-Milstein, DiSarno, Daniel Digney, Olivia Disko, THE TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD, IN THE COUNTY OF UNION, STATE OF Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 8,550 Johanna Jones, Samantha Kaplun, Erica Donohue, Gavin Dwyer, Maria NEW JERSEY, TO APPROPRIATE THE SUM OF $5,000,000 TO PAY THE Period of Usefulness 15 years Melissa Karamete, Amelia Katz, COST THEREOF, TO APPROPRIATE VARIOUS GRANTS AND A CON- Dziekanska, Jack Elfstrum, Benjamin TRIBUTION, TO MAKE A DOWN PAYMENT, TO AUTHORIZE THE ISSU- L. Replacement of the gym flooring at the Community Center. It is hereby determined Katherine Kermanshahi, Rachel Epstein, Ethan Epstein, Samuel ANCE OF BONDS TO FINANCE SUCH APPROPRIATION AND TO PRO- and stated that said public building being improved is of “Class B” or equivalent Klemm, Jessica Klingelhofer, Esposito, Allyson Faitoute, Sienna VIDE FOR THE ISSUANCE OF BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES IN ANTICI- construction as defined in Section 22 of the Local Bond Law. Michael Kobori, Ryan Koellhoffer, Ferrer, Daniel Flores, James Foerst, PATION OF THE ISSUANCE OF SUCH BONDS. Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 65,000 Cassidy Koetje, Zachary Korr, Cody Eden Forbes, James Furrer, Claire The purposes, appropriations, bonds/notes authorized and grants and contri- Down Payment Appropriated $ 3,100 Lam, Andie Lehman, Matthew Levin, bution appropriated in this multipurpose bond ordinance are as follows: Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 61,900 Gallagher, Danny Garcia, Eric Period of Usefulness 15 years Yumin Lin, Jacqueline Link, Michael Gilerson, Corey Gilford, Addison SCHEDULE OF IMPROVEMENTS, PURPOSES AND AMOUNTS Logozzo, Sebastian Lorenzo, Danielle M. Undertaking of various improvements to the recreation facility located at 375 Heuck, Jack Hill, Ryan Horowitz, A. Resurfacing or reconstruction of various Township roads, as set forth on a list Centennial Avenue (the former MHS Tennis Academy acquired by the Township). It is Might, Pedro Miranda, Jordan Henry Iannuzzi, Thomas Jasina, Li prepared or to be prepared by the Township Engineer, and placed on file or to be placed hereby determined and stated that said public building being improved is of “Class B” or Mirrione, Dennis Moore, David Jiang, David Kaplan, Heidi on file with the Township Clerk, and hereby approved as if set forth herein in full. equivalent construction as defined in Section 22 of the Local Bond Law. Moreland, Julia Murphy, Bryan Ng, Depending upon the contract price and other exigent circumstances, and upon approval Klingelhofer, Matthew Kopolow, by the Township Committee, there may be additions to or deletions from the aforesaid list. Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 350,000 Marisa O'Connell, Rachel Orgel, John Gracie Koslowsky, Jacob Kovacs, It is hereby determined and stated that said roads being improved are of “Class B” or Down Payment Appropriated $ 16,670 Paris, Christian Pearson, Jack Gemma Lagatta, Alex Linsen, Aaron equivalent construction as defined in Section 22 of the Local Bond Law (Chapter 2 of Title Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 333,330 Pearson, Athena Perialis, Elena Pinho, Lox, Ethan Lung, Dwayne Magno, 40A of the New Jersey Statutes Annotated, as amended; the “Local Bond Law”). Period of Usefulness 15 years Sofia Pinto, Erica Prip, Heather Prip, Amelia Mamlet, Devin Marotte, Alexa Appropriation and Estimated Cost $1,930,525 N. Acquisition of new communication and signal systems equipment consisting of radio Andrew Raber, Davis Rau, Anne Marquet, Lila Martin, Nigel Martinez, State Grant Appropriated $ 390,000 equipment for the use of the First Aid Squad. Reilly, Anna Robertson, Mario Russo, Juliana Martorina, Daniel McDevitt, County Grant Appropriated $ 90,000 Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 43,750 Colin Sandberg, Christian Sanford, Down Payment Appropriated $ 69,075 Contribution Appropriated $ 23,749 Aidan McKeon, Maya Mehta, Bonds and Notes Authorized $1,381,450 Down Payment Appropriated $ 1,001 Darcy Scheiner, Alexis Scherzer, Gabriella Mercado, Romel Merino, Period of Usefulness 10 years Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 19,000 Keira Schroppe, Evan Sewald, Owen Lincoln Meyers, Campbell Mindak, B. Undertaking of drainage improvements at Elm Street and the vicinity thereof. Period of Usefulness 10 years Singman, Evan Swiat, Aaron Taylor, Liam Morris, Brooke Morrison, Appropriation and Estimated Cost $1,885,680 O. Acquisition of new information technology equipment consisting of updated technol- Adam Tukaczynski, Saadia Turcios, Danae Murphy, Owen Murphy, Canya Down Payment Appropriated $ 89,795 ogy equipment for the use of the Administration. Maxwell Victorino, Rebecca Vitorino, Nematadzira, Sydney O'Connor, Ella Bonds and Notes Authorized $1,795,885 Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 40,680 Andrew Vo, Naomi Waller, William Oberstein, Laura Oliveira, Dahlia Period of Usefulness 40 years Down Payment Appropriated $ 1,980 Pantalena, Ashlynn Pepe, Andres C. Construction of handicapped access ramps at various locations. Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 38,700 Support Local Journalism Period of Usefulness 5 years Phillips Vazquez, Nikolas Pierce, Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 20,000 Kathryn Price, Charles Prieto, Ella Federal Grant Appropriated $ 20,000 P. Installation of a digital kiosk on municipal property. Reed, Max Reissman, Connor Period of Usefulness 10 years Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 30,000 Reynolds, Gisella Rittenhouse, D. Installation of school zone and pedestrian flashing signs at various locations. Down Payment Appropriated $ 1,500 Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 28,500 Gulrukh Saad, Kevin Scatigno, Oliver Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 150,000 Period of Usefulness 10 years Schifando, Lucy Schupak, Phoebe Down Payment Appropriated $ 7,150 Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 142,850 Q. Renovation of the plaza along the river walk at the intersection of Centennial and Shapiro, Samantha Silva, Ethan South Avenues. Sinclair, Joshua Singer, Anna Period of Usefulness 10 years Sternberg, Freya Stromsness, Madi- E. (i) Undertaking of drainage and storm sewer improvements at various locations and Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 13,500 (ii) desilting of the Rahway River at various locations. Down Payment Appropriated $ 650 son Tacktikos, Dominic Tomasso, Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 12,850 Annabelle Troup, Zoe Urbano, Cole Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 100,000 Period of Usefulness 10 years Down Payment Appropriated $ 4,770 Varner, Jack Wallin, Conor West, Bond and Notes Authorized $ 95,230 R. Acquisition of new information technology equipment consisting of upgraded goleader.com/form/subscribe Brady Wilson, Megan Wilson, Ziyan Period of Usefulness 15 years technology equipment for the use of TV-35. Yaqub, Samuel Zafra, Paiton Zorrilla F. Undertaking of a parking study for future parking improvements. Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 25,830 Down Payment Appropriated $ 3,215 Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 50,000 Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 22,615 Down Payment Appropriated $ 2,400 Period of Usefulness 5 years We Sell Bond and Notes Authorized $ 47,600 ——————————————————————————— Period of Usefulness 10 years Aggregate Appropriation and Estimated Cost $5,000,000 G. Installation of archway signs at various downtown locations. Aggregate Grants Appropriated $ 506,000 Contribution Appropriated $ 23,749 Space Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 13,500 Aggregate Down Payment Appropriated $ 215,251 Down Payment Appropriated $ 650 Aggregate Amount of Bonds and Notes Authorized $4,255,000 Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 12,850 Period of Usefulness 10 years Section 20 Costs: $926,214 To Advertise, Useful Life of Projects Funded by Debt: 23.01 years H. Acquisition of new additional or replacement equipment and machinery consisting Call the Spaceman of a stump grinder/cutter for the use of the Department of Public Works (“DPW”). Patricia Donahue, RMC Township Clerk 908-232-4407 Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 60,000 Township of Cranford Down Payment Appropriated $ 2,860 County of Union [email protected] Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 57,140 State of New Jersey Period of Usefulness 15 years 1 T - 05/21/20, The Leader Fee: $285.60 A GALE FORCE MEDIA, L.L.C. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, May 21, 2020 Page 11 Thelma Lee Keiser, 88, Beloved William ‘Bill’ Michael Dugle, 77, Mother and Grandmother, Nurse – Obituaries – Family Man, Longtime Executive Thelma Lee Keiser, 88, passed grandchildren came along, Adolf ‘Pat’ Paterson, 99, Family Man, It is with great sadness that the enrolled in Wharton’s Executive away peacefully at Lantern Hill in Grandma’s was the place to be — family of William “Bill” Michael MBA program, graduating in 1993. New Providence, N.J., on Friday, especially if they were sick. Dugle, age 77, announces his pass- After designing and building his May 15, 2020. Thelma was able to travel to all Army Air Corps Vet, Businessman ing at home on Sunday, May 10, dream home on Hilton Head Island, Born in Kaycee, Wyoming, to those places she dreamed about as Adolf “Pat” Paterson, 99, of Lei- Bruce Paterson and his wife, Kris, 2020, after a very brief illness. He Bill retired from Engelhard in 1997. Zora and Stanley Key, she grew up a young girl, and she had traveled sure Knolls, passed away peacefully Nancy Paterson and her husband, was surrounded by his loving family. On Hilton Head, Bill enjoyed a poor on her family’s small ranch in to over 60 countries during her on Thursday, May 14, at The Chelsea Chris Zingler, Janet Paterson, Judith Bill was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, very active retirement, working as Buffalo, Wyoming — without elec- lifetime. She loved to garden, play of Toms River. He had resided in Paterson and Charles Paterson and to Carl William Dugle and Freda an adjunct instructor preparing stu- tricity or indoor plumbing. After couples bridge and play backgam- Manchester, N.J., since 1988. his wife, Jean, and his five grand- Ruth Alexander Dugle. He grew up dents for professional certification completing her morn- mon with the kids. She Born in Elizabeth, children, Karen Suhaka, in Norwood, Ohio, where in human resources at ing ranch chores, she also enjoyed playing N.J., on December 18, Jonathan, Nancy, Ryan he graduated first in his Georgia Southern Uni- rode her horse to the golf with the 9 holers 1920, he spent most of and Kathy Paterson. class from Norwood versity and acting as one-room school- at Plainfield Country his life in Union County, He loved bowling and High School. Through- Chairman of the Board house. From a young Club. N.J. The third child of square dancing as well as out his life, he remained for the Broad Creek age she was a passion- She endured the pain Charles and Ingeborg watching various sports extremely grateful for the Public Service District. ate reader and dreamed of losing her daughter Paterson, he grew up in on TV. He was deeply exemplary college pre- Bill also enjoyed his about traveling to for- Leeann to breast can- Kenilworth, N.J., before involved in his commu- paratory education he re- weekly tennis games eign countries. cer in 1995. Shortly af- enlisting in the War Ef- nity and was a member of ceived. After high with The Big Dogs at When Thelma was ter Leann’s passing, at fort in January 1942 in the Construction Com- school, Bill attended the Palmetto Dunes and seventeen years old, a the age of 70, Thelma the United States Army mittee for building the University of Thursday lunches with family friend paid her went back to work as Air Corps before trans- new Kenilworth Method- Pennsylvania’s Wharton the guys. Bill’s great- way to attend nursing the Sexual Assault ferring and earning an ist Church and as one of School, graduating ma- est pleasures included school at Michael Nurse Examiner with officer’s commission the founders of the gna cum laude in 1964 singing and playing the Reese Hospital in Chi- the Union County (2LT) and joining as an Kenilworth Lions Club with a Bachelor of Sci- William M. Dugle guitar during weekly cago. She obtained her Thelma Lee Keiser Prosecutor’s Office. infantry paratrooper as well as supporting the ence in Economics. Bill sessions with the Jam- nursing degree from She loved this job and with the 101st “Scream- Adolf “Pat” Paterson local Cub and Boy was elected to both the Sphinx mers and the Islandeers and spend- the hospital and became a regis- worked tirelessly until retiring at ing Eagles” Airborne Scouts. Honor Society for service to the ing time with his family sharing tered nurse. Upon returning to Wyo- the age of 83. Division serving in Europe through He was always an ever-present university and the Beta Gamma conversations on topical issues, ming, she alone managed the local Tom and Thelma moved to Lan- the end of World War II. role model, mentor and hero to Sigma Business Honor Society; he watching sports on TV, and plan- hospital overnight and during the tern Hill several years ago and Tom After coming home, he married many. His strong work ethic and was also a brother and president of ning future travel. summer she worked as the nurse at passed away in 2017, after 62 years the love of his life, the former Mary business savvy helped him succeed the Sigma Nu fraternity. While at Bill is survived by his loving wife, Eaton’s Dude Ranch. It was at of marriage. Jane Andy, with who he spent 65 in providing a beautiful home and Penn, Bill met and married his wife Joanne Mitchell Dugle; his daugh- Eaton’s that she met her future hus- Thelma is survived by her daugh- glorious years raising their seven wondrous life to his wife and fam- of 56 years, Joanne Mitchell Dugle. ters, Elizabeth Mauch (Erik) and band, Tom Keiser, while he was on ter, Barbara Parlier (and her hus- children. Pat took over his father’s ily. He will be deeply missed by all Upon graduation, Bill joined Olin Susan Moore (Dennis); his grand- leave from the U.S. Air Force dur- band, Reggie) of Gastonia, N.C.; contracting business, “Charles who knew him. Corporation in Human Resources, children, Alexandra Mauch (Charles ing the Korean War. They first met her son, Tom (and his wife, Jenifer) Paterson & Son Flooring,” which No viewing will be held and in- working in Niagara Falls, New York; Bouton), Andrew Mauch, Charlotte in September 1954 and were mar- of Scotch Plains; her older sister, he successfully and proudly oper- terment will be at the Brigadier Gen- Little Rock, Arkansas; Doe Valley, Moore, Corinne Moore and Dennis ried in February 1955. Rosa Bell, and her son-in-law, Mike ated until 1981, when he retired. eral William C. Doyle Veterans Kentucky; Taunton, Massachusetts, Moore, and his nephews, Carl and Thelma continued to work as a Brooks; six grandchildren, He was preceded in death by his Cemetery in Arneytown, N.J., at a and Fairfield, Connecticut. At age Michael Cutshall. He was prede- nurse in Laramie while Tom fin- Michelle Recher (Scott), Sarah parents; his wife, Mary Jane; his later date. Arrangements were 35 he was appointed Head of Hu- ceased by his sister, Carol Cutshall. ished his degree in Agricultural Barr (Kyle), David Parlier (Jessie), brother and two sisters, and his handled by Anderson & Campbell man Resources for Olin’s Chemical A celebration to honor Bill’s life Economics at the University of Mark Parlier, Melissa Keiser (Tho- daughter, Karen. He is survived by Funeral Home in Manchester, N.J. Group of 6,500 employees. In 1979, will be held at a later date when we Wyoming. After Tom’s graduation, mas) and Katie Keiser, and seven his six children, Andrea Suhaka, May 21, 2020 Bill joined Engelhard Corporation can all gather together safely. they moved to State College, Pa., great-grandchildren, Leah, Seth, as a division Vice-President, Hu- In lieu of flowers, the family asks where he pursued his master’s de- John, Hannah, Brooks, Emily and Thomas L. Quelly, 93, Family Man, man Resources. In 1982, he was that you consider a donation in Bill’s gree from Penn State and Thelma Andrew. promoted to global Director of Hu- name to Hospice Care of the gave birth to their first daughter, Due to the current pandemic, pri- Businessman, Active In Scouting man Resources for the corporation, Lowcountry. To share a memory or Leeann. After much discussion, vate interment will be at Hillside a position he held until 1997. Dur- send condolences to the family, visit Thelma convinced Tom to further Cemetery in Scotch Plains. A me- Thomas L. Quelly, 93, of War- ents, Louis and Emilia Quelly, and his ing this time, Bill lived in Westfield, islandfuneralhome.com. his education and consider joining morial service will be held in the ren, New Jersey, passed away brothers, Joseph R. Quelly (Palma) New Jersey. A lifetime learner, Bill May 21, 2020 his father in his funeral business — fall at the Faith Lutheran Church in peacefully in his home on Satur- and Carmen Quelly (late Lee). Tho- Memorial Funeral Home in New Providence. The family has day, May 9, 2020. mas leaves behind to cherish his Plainfield, N.J. After a year of mor- asked that any memorial contribu- Thomas was born to Louis and memory his sister, Phyllis Liotta (late tuary school for Tom in Cincinnati, tions be made to St. John’s Soup Emilia DiGiovanni Quelly in Frank); his five children, Thomas J. they moved to Plainfield — Tom Kitchen in Newark or the Soup Plainfield, New Jer- Quelly (Susan), William joined his father in business and Kitchen at the Crescent Avenue sey, on September 10, Quelly, Carol Toffoli Thelma gave birth to their second Presbyterian Church, 716 Watchung 1926. Following (Mark), David Quelly daughter, Barbara. While Tom Avenue, Plainfield, N.J. 07060. graduation from (Stephanie) and worked at the funeral home and Her family would like to extend Cranford High School, Catherine Barnes volunteered in local community or- a special thanks to all of the staff at he served honorably in (James), and nine loving ganizations, Thelma retired from Lantern Hill and to Thelma’s the Army Air Corps, grandchildren, Amanda nursing to raise her family — but at caregivers, especially Iva — who stationed in post-war Quelly, Sarah Quelly, Tom’s insistence, she never let her loved and cared for her like her Germany as an aircraft Matthew Toffoli, Vincent nursing license expire. In 1966, as own mother and made her laugh mechanic. As a young Toffoli (Kristin), Chris- their family grew with another every day. man, he was active in tine Toffoli, Emily child, Tom Jr., and several cats and Arrangements are by Memorial the Catholic Youth Or- Barnes, Natalie Barnes, dogs, they moved to Scotch Plains, Funeral Home in Fanwood. For ad- ganization, where he Olivia Quelly and Amelia where they opened their home for ditional information or to express met his wife, Catherine Quelly. all neighbors and friends to enjoy. condolences, please visit Ryan, with whom he The family would like All the neighborhood kids swam at www.fanwoodmemorial.com. shared nearly 63 years Thomas L. Quelly to express their apprecia- Fr. Anthony Randazzo Fr. Michael A. Saporito the Keisers’, and when Thelma’s May 21, 2020 of marriage, until her tion and gratitude for the death in 2017. care provided to Thomas by the doc- He was a partner with his late tors and staff at Overlook Medical Barbara W. McIntyre, 84, Former WHS brother, Carmen Quelly, in Westfield Center and the Summit Medical Holy Trinity to Host Forum Librarian, Longtime Resident, Volunteer Electrical Service, which continues Group. In addition, their very special to operate under the management of thanks go to the home health aides On Zoom About COVID Barbara Withey McIntyre, 84, Lodge in the Poconos, where they his son, William. With his own from Atlantic Health who cared for passed away on Monday, May 11, enjoyed golf and lawn bowling, as hands, Thomas cleared the land and Thomas during the past year. WESTFIELD — The Catholic resident. 2020, at her home in Ware Presby- well as bridge and mahjong with built a house in Warren that would Considering current COVID-19 Church of the Holy Trinity in Father Anthony Randazzo, pas- terian Village, Oxford, Pa. their Skytop and Buck Hill friends. be the family home for over 57 restrictions, a Christian Funeral Westfield will host a public online tor of the Holy Trinity Parish, Barbara is survived by her beloved In 2015 they moved to the retire- years. For over a decade, he served Service was held at Memorial Fu- discussion entitled “Covid-19: Westfield. husband, Alan McIntyre, ment community at Ware as an adult leader in Boy Scout neral Home, 155 South Avenue, View from the Medical Front and Father Michael A. Saporito, pas- with whom she shared Presbyterian Village, Troop 28, where he positively in- Fanwood, N.J. 07023, for immedi- Keeping Faith,” presented via tor of the Parish Community of Saint 56 years of marriage; where they continued to fluenced the lives of many young ate family followed by a graveside Zoom. It will take place on Friday, Helen in Westfield and newly-ap- son, David Withey enjoy an active life. men. He was a member of St. Mary’s ceremony on Friday, May 15. For May 29, at 4 p.m. pointed Auxiliary Bishop for the McIntyre, and daughter- Barbara was an avid Catholic Church in Watchung. A more information, please visit Prominent local leaders in medi- Archdiocese of Newark. in-law, Margaret; daugh- collector throughout her consummate craftsman, he spent his www.dooleycolonialfuneralhome.com. cine and spirituality will discuss “Everyone is invited to join, learn ter, Elizabeth McIntyre life. At various times, she later years tinkering in his wood- A Memorial Mass and celebra- current realities and future expec- and use the ‘chat’ feature to com- Sutherland, and three had extensive collections working shop and painting land- tion of Thomas’ life will be held at tations from their respective areas ment and ask questions during the grandchildren, Douglas, of piggy banks, inkwells, scapes. Over the past 35 years, he a future date. of expertise. Speakers for this pro- one-hour meeting,” explained Lori Kathryn and Ian. and Majolica. A lifelong especially treasured spending time In lieu of flowers, please make gram will include: Arena, R.N., Holy Trinity’s parish After teaching fourth learner and educator, she and sharing experiences with his donations in his name to the War- John D’Angelo, M.D., chairman nurse, who is coordinating the grade in Rahway, N.J., would dive deeply into beloved grandchildren. ren Rescue Squad, 6 Bardy Road, of Emergency Medicine at Trinitas meeting. and at Franklin School the things that caught her Thomas is preceded in death by his Warren, N.J. 07059. Medical Center and a Westfield To join the Zoom meeting, email in Westfield, N.J., she interest, and loved shar- wife, Catherine R. Quelly; his par- May 21, 2020 Ms. Arena at [email protected] became a stay-at-home ing her newfound knowl- to request log-in instructions. mother. During this Barbara McIntyre edge with others. Her Ms. Arena currently is providing time, Barbara remained collections were often on information and support through- active in the community through a display at the Westfield Memorial DeBenedetto Inducted out the community during the variety of volunteer and leadership Library, and she gave presentations Covid-19 crisis, through a series positions. She received her Masters at many schools and meetings. She Into Alpha Sigma Nu of published articles (https:// of Library Science degree from published a series of articles on www.htrcc.org/deskofparish- Rutgers in 1990 and had many fond Majolica in a newsletter dedicated SCRANTON, Pa. — Matthew are eligible for membership. nurse) and online discussions. teaching memories of the students to the subject. She taught a course DeBenedetto of Westfield was Appointments are made by the For further information, contact from the library at Westfield High on research for the Genealogical among the 52 University of president of the university on the Ms. Arena at [email protected] School. Society of the West Fields, for Scranton students inducted into recommendation of the moderator or at (908) 337-4103 (cell) or (908) She was an active member of which she also served as president. Alpha Sigma Nu, the national Je- and chapter members of the soci- 588-7303 (office). The Presbyterian Church in Just this past year, she discovered suit honor society. Alpha Sigma ety, and no more than 4 percent of Westfield for decades. She taught an interest in photography and was Nu is the only honor society open the junior and senior class may be Thank You for Your Sunday School and even supervised working to improve her skill be- to students and faculty in all disci- admitted each year. The Scranton the program for several years. She hind the lens with the Ware Photo plines of the university. chapter of Alpha Sigma Nu was Continued Support was the first woman Elder in the Group. Juniors, seniors and graduate stu- established in 1943 and is the old- newly combined Northern and A memorial service will be held dents, including students in doc- est honor society at the university. of Local Journalism Mr. DeBenedetto is a junior op- Southern Presbyterian churches. at Ware at a later date, followed by toral-level degree programs, who goleader.com/form/subscribe She and Alan were members of the burial in Westfield. have distinguished themselves in erations management major at the John D’Angelo, MD Co-Weds, and cherished the life- Arrangements are by the Edward scholarship, loyalty and service, Jesuit university. time friendships created through L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc., that fellowship group. Oxford, Pa. After living in Westfield for over Online condolences may be made RICHARD J. KAPLOW, ESQ. 40 years, Barbara and Alan retired at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com. to their vacation home at Skytop May 21, 2020 "40+ Years Experience"

Stuart Callinan Receives CIVIL & CRIMINAL Trial Lawyer Presidential Scholarship Former Asst. Union County Prosecutor COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. Organismal Biology and Ecology • Divorce • Domestic Violence — Stuart Callinan, a resident of major at Colorado College. • Custody • Child Support Westfield, received the Crown- Approximately 260 awards were • DWI • Criminal Defense Goodman Presidential Scholar- presented during this year’s event, • School Law • HIB Cases ship from Colorado College at its which celebrates Colorado annual Honors Convocation. The College’s 146th academic year. • Civil Litigation • Business Disputes Honors Convocation was held virtu- Colorado College is a nationally ally this year on May 14. prominent, four-year liberal arts The traditional ceremony cel- college that was founded in Colo- 53 Elm Street • Westfield NJ • 07090 ebrates outstanding students, fac- rado Springs in 1874. ulty and staff, and includes the Colorado College operates on bestowing of departmental awards, the innovative and flexible Block SUCCESSFUL ODYSSEY...A team of Edison and Roosevelt Intermediate School students in Westfield placed first in a mechanical problem-solving category at the (908) 232-8787 all-college awards, and awards Plan, through which its approxi- regional Odyssey of the Mind competition on March 7 in Sayreville. Pictured, from the Colorado College Stu- mately 2,100 undergraduate stu- clockwise from left, are: Avery Keith (Grade 8, Edison), Nathan Reynders (Grade [email protected] richardjkaplow.com dent Government Association. dents take one class at a time in 8, Edison), Ted Crall (Grade 7, Roosevelt), Nolan Daly (Grade 8, Edison), Ethan Mr. Callinan is a junior and intensive, three-week segments. Delforte (Grade 8, Edison) and Lucas Gunzberg (Grade 8, Edison). Page 12 Thursday, May 21, 2020 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A GALE FORCE MEDIA, L.L.C. PUBLICATION Scotch Plains Library Seeks FCC Honors Stevanie Rhim Local COVID-19 Stories With Marc Hardy Award Splitrock Reservoir, SCOTCH PLAINS — In an effort ages to contribute to the historical WESTFIELD — Stevanie Rhim, a spearheaded the collection of items to document the general impact of the record of life in Scotch Plains during senior at David Brearley High School for children in need. COVID-19 pandemic on the town- the COVID-19 quarantine by submit- in Kenilworth, has been named the In addition to the many initiatives A Trail Worth Exploring ship, the Scotch Plains Public Li- ting their stories, photos, or images of recipient of the 2020 Marc Wesley in which she is involved at David brary is collecting the stories and original artwork expressing their per- Hardy Human Rights Award by the Brearley High School, Stevanie serves By Dean Talcott elevation and since it is further inland artistic expressions of the community sonal experience. As they consider First Congregational Church of on various boards and committees in Linda, my wife, and I decided to cel- away from the coast, the growing season during this unprecedented time. their story, it may be helpful for par- Westfield. The award is given annu- Plainfield, and was Master of Cer- ebrate the reopening of the state’s forests starts a week or two later than central The library encourages Scotch ticipants to keep the following ques- ally to a young person who has been emonies at this year’s Plainfield Black and go for a hike, an adventure. I chose a Union County. Plains residents and workers of all tions in mind: an outstanding advocate for social History Month celebration. place that I had been to before, the north We started hiking at 9:30. The tem- What has surprised you most as justice, human rights and the rights of “It is easy to forget that she is still end of Splitrock Reservoir. I was going to perature was low 50s. The old road bed PUBLIC NOTICE this quarantine has unfolded? the less fortunate — three things that in high school,” said Ms. Marsili. “I go there by using a different trail than I was rocky and in some places it was wet. What is your biggest fear? were of major importance to Marc in cannot wait to see the ways in which had used before. Remember – we wanted We saw a beautiful scarlet tanager. The TOWN OF WESTFIELD an adventure. There was a small parking PLANNING BOARD What is an unexpected, positive his life. she contributes to the social justice red is brighter than a cardinal. We also impact of the quarantine? Stevanie resides in Plainfield and movement at her college community lot at the end of a dead end road. From saw a variety of yellow warbler. After PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED looking at topographical maps I could REDEVELOPMENT AREA What is the most difficult part of was selected by the Union County and beyond.” walking for an hour, something seemed the quarantine? Choice Program to attend high school When asked what she has put into see an old road bed that would lead us to wrong. We checked our location on our PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on June 1, our goal. No problem, right? phones. Some how we were north of 2020 at 7:30 p.m. the Planning Board of What are your hopes for the future in Kenilworth. motion to ensure Because we expected light traffic, we where we were supposed to be. We con- the Town of Westfield will undertake a when this is all over? Upon arriving at that her crucial didn’t leave until 8:30 a.m. This area of tinued on, but knew something was preliminary investigation pursuant to The Scotch Plains Public Library David Brearley, work at David N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-6 to determine whether has created a COVID-19 Community Stevanie joined the Brearley High the state is known as the Highlands, wrong. We saw a large lake on our left the properties described below qualify as which is not to be confused with a town (north). It was Charlottburg Reservoir. redevelopment areas according to the cri- Stories page to accept stories and Race Matters Alli- School will con- near Sandy Hook. The elevation where We could see where we wanted to go on teria set forth in the New Jersey Local images on its website. Contributors ance, where stu- tinue, Stevanie we would be is around elevation 900 to our phone maps. The problem was trying Redevelopment and Housing Law, N.J.S.A. are asked to visit scotlib.org/commu- dents and faculty stated that the 1,000 feet above sea level. Due to the to find a trail that would take us there. 40A:12A-5. The Planning Board will con- nity-stories to add their voice to the come together to school is actively duct a VIRTUAL PUBLIC HEARING for We remained calm. We didn’t want to the purpose of hearing persons who are collection. The library will continue speak about race at searching for a PUBLICNOTICE go back. We found a trail heading south. interested in or would be affected by a to accept submissions through the the school. At her new host for “Con- TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD Perfect! After a while we came to determination that any of the properties end of the quarantine, and the collec- very first meeting, versation Mat- UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY Winnebago Lake. It was beautiful and described below qualify as an “area in tion will be made available to the Stevanie made an ters,” and she is had two beaver lodges. I saw a large dark need of redevelopment.” NOTICE TO BIDDERS At the conclusion of the public hearing, public soon thereafter. Anyone with impression with developing a game ADDENDUM TO RFP bird in the distance. I could see some the Planning Board will make a recom- questions about this project may con- her mature obser- for all ages — white on its head and figured that it was The Township of Cranford has issued mendation to the Town Council as to tact librarians via email at vations, innovative “something of a Addendum No. 1 in association with the a bald eagle. There was no apparent trail whether or not the delineated area de- [email protected]. ideas, and belief conversation RFP publically advertised on March 20th, around the lake. At the spillway, there scribed below, or any part thereof, should that young people starter centered 2020 for the Request for Sealed Propos- was a stream and luckily there was a be determined to be an “area in need of als for Website Design and Develop- redevelopment.” In the event that some or Audio Tour Available can have produc- around human and fallen tree. All we had to do was straddle all of the properties are determined by the Stevanie Rhim ment in order to address questions from the tree and “shinny” our way across it. tive discussions race relations that prospective bidders. governing body to be an area in need of Of Historic Cranford about difficult sub- can be used in the The addendum is available for public Our dog “Pepper” had no problem. She redevelopment, such a determination may looked at us, as if to say “you bipeds are have an impact on the properties so desig- CRANFORD — Members of the jects that are of importance to them. classroom and not just on the screen.” inspection on the Township’s website at community are invited to take an www.cranfordnj.org so clumsy.” nated. In particular, a determination that a She soon began leading the group to The Marc Wesley Hardy Human We found an “orange blazed” trail and property is designated as an area in need audio tour of historic Cranford from expand the conversation to include Rights Award was created in memory Mike Robinson of redevelopment would authorize the the comfort of their living room. all races and ethnicities. of Marc Hardy, an active member of Purchasing Agent followed it south. Soon we saw water and Town of Westfield to use all of the powers 1 T - 05/21/20, The Leader Fee: $16.83 finally arrived at our destination. We sat provided by New Jersey law for use in a The Cranford Historic Preserva- In addition, Stevanie assembled a the First Congregational Church. A down and had lunch. I took a few casts redevelopment area, except the power to tion Advisory Board (HPAB) has cre- full cross-section of Brearley students talented performer and promising PUBLIC NOTICE but didn’t catch anything. It was after 12, acquire property in the designated area by ated an armchair tour of 25 historic to discuss their awareness of and feel- young student, Marc lost his life in a and we headed back. There was a red eminent domain (against the owner’s will) sites in Cranford. A brochure for the ings about race relations and human car accident in his senior year at TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS for redevelopment purposes. blazed trail heading back in what looked The properties which are the subject of tour can be downloaded from HPAB’s rights in today’s society, and enlisted Westfield High School in 1990. The PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to be the right direction. Maybe this was that the following Ordinances were finally the preliminary investigation to be con- website, preservecranford.com. the school’s technology instructor to award was created to honor his bud- adopted by the Township Council of the the path I intended to take in the first ducted by the Planning Board (the “Study Individuals take the tour by hold- videotape the interviews. The new se- ding legacy. Township of Scotch Plains, County of place. Hmmm. We made it back to the Area”) are listed below: ing their smart phone over a QR ries, entitled “Conversation Matters,” Stevanie received a scholarship and Union, New Jersey, on the 12th of May car, but the trail that we were on was Block Lot Street Address code provided in the brochure. The has been posted on YouTube with more certificate from the Board of Out- 2020. south of the trail we were originally look- 2405 15 146 Elm Street phone will recognize the code and than 1,000 views. To further expand reach Ministries at the First Congre- ORDINANCE 2020-14 ing for. In the future I may stick to known 2505 12.01 131 Elm Street 3001 5 360 Waterson Street provide a link to a description of the reach of the series, Kenilworth gational Church of Westfield during a AN ORDINANCE AMENDING marked trails! the location recorded by Bernie School District Superintendent Kyle virtual presentation on Sunday, April Some people may be offended by men- 3101 5 300 South Avenue West AND SUPPLEMENTING 3103 7 301 North Avenue West Wagenblast. Arlington has promoted the show and 26, via a private Zoom meeting. Shar- CHAPTER III (POLICE REGU- tioning animal “droppings.” But if you 3107 2 116 Elmer Street The tour includes downtown build- added a direct link to the videos on the ing her special day with Stevanie were LATIONS) OF THE CODE OF can identify it, you know what animals 3116 11 148 Central Avenue THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH ings like the William Sperry Building, school website. “Conversation Mat- her father, Steven Rhim, and her live in the area. We saw signs of coyote Location and Map PLAINS TO AMEND SUBSEC- and black bear. Do an “image search” if the Masonic Building and the Jahn ters” also has recently been used for grandmother, Marion Rhim Fowler. TION 3-19.6 (DUMPSTERS A map showing the location of the prop- Building, and sites such as Droescher’s faculty professional development. The Hardy family was represented AND OTHER REFUSE CON- you want to see what it looks like. erties located in the Study Area, along with TAINERS - PENALTIES). I expected to see more wildflowers, Mill and the Sperry Observatory. Some Stevanie was recently honored with at the meeting by Marc’s mother, a statement setting forth the basis of the structures on the tour, for example the the school district’s prestigious “Stu- Delores Hardy, and his sister Kristal BOZENA LACINA, RMC but their season is a little later and there is preliminary investigation of the Study Area MUNICIPAL CLERK a dense tree canopy. We saw purple vio- and a copy of the investigation report pre- Opera House Block and Hampton Hall, dent Spotlight Award” for helping to Hardy-Ali, who sang an inspiring ren- 1 T - 05/21/20, The Times Fee: $19.38 lets and skunk cabbage. pared by the Board’s planning consultant, no longer exist, but participants can change the face of social justice aware- dition of “Amazing Grace.” We figured that we hiked about 6.5 will be on file at least 10 days before the hear about their history. ness at the school. The New Jersey Stevanie most certainly embodies PUBLIC NOTICE hearing date in the Planning Board Office miles. My right knee was replaced in of the Town of Westfield, located at 959 The brochure also includes a State Senate awarded her a proclama- the attitudes and principles that Marc TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS November and it performed admirably. North Avenue West, Westfield, New Jer- photo of each site and a map that tion for her initiatives to “empower personified in his life. sey, but are NOT available for public in- shows the locations. When the quar- PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN and engage youth,” and she received “Thank you for keeping Marc’s PUBLIC NOTICE spection at the building due to the COVID- antine is over, the public can walk a Humanitarian Award from the spirit alive,” Ms. Hardy-Ali expressed that the following Ordinance was passed 19 emergency. Anyone interested in re- on first reading by the Township Council of TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD viewing these documents may inform the around town and follow the map to Plainfield school district. to Stevanie in her closing remarks. the Township of Scotch Plains, County of CRANFORD, NEW JERSEY Planning Board secretary (Linda Jacus: see the sites in person. “Receiving this award reminds me The full presentation can be viewed Union, New Jersey on the 21st day of April (Phone) 908-789-4100 ext. 4602; (E-mail) that the work I am doing in human on the FCC Facebook page, or inter- 2020, and that said Ordinance will be con- NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD [email protected] that they wish to sidered for final adoption at a meeting of rights is worth it. Even when it seems ested persons can access The Township Committee of the Town- receive copies of same and the Secretary PUBLIC NOTICE the said Township Council to be held in the ship of Cranford has authorized an award will arrange to make the documents avail- so difficult, and when it seems like it fccofwestfield.org. Council Chambers, 430 Park Avenue, on TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS of contract for the administration of afford- able for inspection either electronically or can’t be done, it is organizations like First Congregational Church of the 12th day of May 2020 at 5:00 p.m., at able housing units within the Township of by delivery of hard copies to the person DOCUMENT IMAGING which time and place a public hearing will this that encourage students to keep Westfield, a member of the United Cranford to Community Grants, Planning requesting the materials. REGISTRATION be held prior to final passage of said Ordi- moving and keep pushing because of Church of Christ, is a spiritual com- & Housing LLC (“CGP&H”). CGP&H has All persons who are interested in or nance and all interested persons will be TAKE NOTICE the Township of Scotch completed and submitted a Business En- would be affected by the preliminary inves- how important it is to fight for one munity with a long and rich history of given an opportunity to be heard concern- Plains of the State of New Jersey has tity Disclosure Certification and has sub- tigation to determine whether the subject another and what is right,” Stevanie encouraging freedom of thought and ing the same. Copies of said Ordinance received notification from Records Man- mitted a Business Entity Contribution Cer- properties should be determined to be a can be obtained from the Township Clerk’s agement Services of the Department of stated at her award presentation. “I a strong commitment to supporting tification to the Township. redevelopment area according to the crite- Office at any time prior to final adoption at Treasury of the State of New Jersey that a don’t feel like I am doing anything and serving those who are socially Such contract and Resolution No. 2020- ria set forth in N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-5 are no cost to any member of the general review and evaluation of the image pro- 202 authorizing said contract are available invited to attend the meeting and ask ques- unique; I am just doing exactly what and economically disadvantaged. In public who requests same. cessing system currently in use for all for public inspection at the office of the tions and provide their objections to or permanent municipal records and any God has created me to do.” all aspects of its life and mission, the ORDINANCE 2020-14 Township Clerk. evidence in favor of such determination. other records deemed necessary to be District art instructor and advisor of church welcomes and affirms people AS NOTED ABOVE, THIS HEARING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING Awarded to: Community Grants, Plan- preserved and maintained in the all office(s) the Race Matters Alliance, Janice of every race, age, gender, marital WILL BE A VIRTUAL HEARING. TO of the Township of Scotch Plains has AND SUPPLEMENTING ning & Housing LLC (“CGP&H”), 101 Inter- ATTEND THE VIRTUAL HEARING, EN- Marsili, stated, “Stevanie has a calm circumstance, sexual orientation and CHAPTER III (POLICE REGU- change Plaza, Suite 301, Cranbury, New been completed and an application for TER THE FOLLOWING LINK ON YOUR registration of said image processing sys- but determined demeanor that inspires expression, physical or psychologi- LATIONS) OF THE CODE OF Jersey 08512 COMPUTER OR PERSONAL DEVICE: THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH Service: Administration of Affordable tem for the keeping of public records has trust from everyone that she deals cal ability, economic condition, eth- Westfield Planning Board Meeting been submitted, per P.L.1994, c.140 and with...she leads by example, treating nic origin, and theological tradition. PLAINS TO AMEND SUBSEC- Housing Units within the Township of June 1, 2020 07:30 PM TION 3-19.6 (DUMPSTERS Cranford N.J.A.C. 15:3-4 and 5. even those who stand in her way with As a member of the United Church Zoom Meeting #: 567240016 Copies of the completed application are AND OTHER REFUSE CON- Fee: Not to Exceed $10,000.00 Link: understanding and compassion. She is of Christ, the community at First Con- TAINERS - PENALTIES). Date: May 12, 2020 available for viewing and examination by https://us02web.zoom.us/j/567240016 the public at the offices of the Township a force for change, while at the same gregational Church comes from an BOZENA LACINA, RMC Patricia Donahue, RMC Telephone # (for higher quality audio): Clerk of the Township of Scotch Plains, time, a source of calm and assurance.” unusually broad mix of denomina- Municipal Clerk Township Clerk 470-381-2552 or 646-518-9805 located at 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, Recently, Stevanie has further ex- tional backgrounds, including Roman 1 T - 05/21/20, The Times Fee: $30.09 1 T - 05/21/20, The Leader Fee: $26.52 1 T - 05/21/20, The Leader Fee: $81.60 New Jersey 07076, during regular busi- ness hours, Monday through Friday (ex- panded this philosophy to include a Catholic, Presbyterian, Baptist, Epis- cluding State holidays) between 9 a.m second offshoot of the Race Matters copal, Lutheran, Quaker, and even no and 3;30 p.m. by appointment, avail- Alliance that she has named Commu- faith background at all. Goods & Services Directory able upon request. nity Matters. By forging a partner- The First Congregational Church Bozena Lacina RMC Township Clerk ship with the school’s Bears That is located at 125 Elmer Street, POWERWASHING 1 T - 05/21/20, The Times Fee: $28.05 Care charitable organization, she has Westfield. For more information on this award and all of the youth and Houses • Decks PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE adult programs at the First Congrega- TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD MENTS BY CERTAIN AF- tional Church of Westfield, visit CRANFORD, NEW JERSEY FECTED PROPERTY OWN- fccofwestfield.org. Patios ERS ORDINANCE NO. 2020-07 Call Joe BE IT ORDAINED by the Township PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Committee of the Township of Cranford, in BOROUGH OF MOUNTAINSIDE following proposed ordinance was intro- the County of Union, New Jersey, as fol- 908-472-6894 PLANNING BOARD duced and passed on first reading at a lows: 10% discount with ad meeting of the Township Committee of the Section 1. The Township of Cranford, in NOTICE OF VIRTUAL MEETING Township of Cranford, in the County of the County of Union, New Jersey (the NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, in compli- Fully Insured • Free Estimates Union, State of New Jersey, held on the “Township”) is hereby authorized to el- ance with the provisions of the New Jersey 12th day of May, 2020, and that said ordi- evate homes at various locations in, by NJ License Number 13VH87664488 Open Public Meetings Act that the Plan- nance will be taken up for further consider- and for the Township, as set forth on a list ning Board of the Borough of Mountainside, ation for final passage at the meeting of on file with the Township Clerk. Said County of Union, State of New Jersey will said Township Committee to be held at its improvements shall include all related im- hold a Public Meeting on Wednesday, meeting room in the Municipal Building, 8 provements, work, materials and appurte- OLIVER A June 3, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. Springfield Avenue, Cranford, New Jer- nances necessary and suitable therefor. JK’s Painting & Wall Covering Due to the Covid-19 public health crisis, sey, on the 9th day of June, 2020, at 7:30 Section 2. The sum of $1,726,100 is the regularly scheduled Planning Board P.M., or as soon thereafter as said matter hereby appropriated to the payment of the PAVING Interior Painting • Wallpaper Removal meeting will be conducted electronically can be reached, at which time and place all cost of the improvements authorized and Driveways • Parking Lots and/or by telephone using the Zoom plat- Wallpaper Installation • Plaster & Sheet Rock Repair persons who may be interested therein will described in Section 1 hereof (hereinafter form. Members of the public who wish to Seal Coating • Railroad Ties be given an opportunity to be heard con- referred to as “purpose”). Said appropria- Power Washing • Deck Staining • Crown Molding / Trimwork participate in the meeting may do so tele- Belgian Block Curbing cerning the same. tion shall be raised from a Federal grant phonically or by computer: Drainage Problems A copy of this ordinance has been posted and payments by certain affected property Cement Sidewalks Call Joe Klingebiel on the Bulletin Board upon which public owners, as hereinafter provided. The sum Dial In: +1 929 205 6099 “Serving the area for over 70 years” notices are customarily posted in the Mu- of $1,668,563.33 received or to be re- Online: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/ nicipal Building of the Township, and a Family Owned & Operated 908-322-1956 ceived as a Flood Mitigation Assistance 83345607995?pwd= copy is available up to and including the SmY4RlB3MmtTMnUzeERPVVJYZUNOdz09 Fully Insured • FREE Estimates Grant from the Federal Emergency Man- Fully Insured • Free Estimates • NJ License Number 13VH87664488 time of such meeting to the members of the agement Agency (FEMA) is hereby appro- Meeting ID: 833 4560 7995 general public of the Township who shall 10% discount with this ad priated to the payment of the cost of said Password: 916006 908-753-7281 request such copies, at the office of the purpose. The sum of $57,536.67 received Participants calling in or connecting via Clerk in said Municipal Building in Cranford, or to be received from certain affected streaming video will be able to participate New Jersey. property owners is hereby appropriated to in the meeting, including public comment. the payment of the cost of said purpose. Patricia Donahue, RMC The file maps and plans for applications Section 3. Said improvements are law- Township Clerk can be viewed on the Borough website ful capital improvements of the Township Township of Cranford (www.mountainside-nj.com). Copies of having a period of usefulness of at least County of Union the applications, including plans and other five (5) years. Said improvements shall be State of New Jersey supporting documents are public records made as general improvements. BLACK TOP and thereby are also available for public ORDINANCE NO. 2020-07 Section 4. 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David B. Corbin (May 2016 files)for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (May 2018 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times PLENTY OF ACTION AT HOME...Highlander Brian Cranston, No. 12, slides home safely in the FIRST LEG OF THE 1,600....Blue Devils Mia Melao, left No. 4, Grace Morgan, behind Melao, and fifth inning as the throw goes sailing past Raider catcher Peter Yarem in the Union County Emma Jackler, No. 3, Cougar Lindsay Aschmies and Raider Sara Greene keep in a tight pack during Tournament chanpionship game at Kean University. The Highlanders won their first ever UCT title the first lap of the 1600 at the UCT Track and Field Championships in Plainfield on May 17, 2018. with a 3-2 victory (May 15, 2016). Melao’s huge kick on the final leg earned her the title. From the archives of The sixth-seeded Raiders shutout the singles, two walks and a hit bat- was the second straight champi- at Hub Stine Field in Plainfield on Westfield Leader and The Scotch fourth-seeded A.L. Johnson Cru- ter, while striking out six Crusad- onship victory for the Panthers May 15-16. The Lady Vikings fin- Plains-Fanwood Times saders, 4-0, for their fifth UCT ers. over top-seeded Westfield. ished with a total of 162, fol- May 15, 2019: Ten years ago title (1969, 1976, 2004, 2009). The 14-8 Raiders totaled eight Roselle Park received a stellar lowed by Westfield at 75, Kent a classic one-run, 10-inning pitch- Senior Patrick Cuccurullo was hits and also got good mileage pitching performance from Madi- Place at 64, Rahway at 43 and ers’ duel wound up in favor of the on the mound and tossed shut- from some crafty base stealing. son Hummel who struck out six Scotch Plains-Fanwood at 25. Scotch Plains-Fanwood Raiders out ball until he was relieved by Seniors Mike Dieu, Angelo DiNizo batters, scattered six hits and Governor Livingston placed sixth over the Westfield Blue Devils at senior Nick Merkel with two outs (2-for-3), Josh Canavan, Jonny walked none against a potent at 23 and Cranford took seventh Williams Field in Elizabeth for the in the sixth inning. Cuccurullo, Ramos and Willy Gale, along with Blue Devil lineup. at 20. For the boys, Elizabeth Union County Tournament (UCT) who has been somewhat over- junior Dean Kirian (2-for-3) pro- Blue Devils Genevieve Howell came in with a total of 104 and crown and there were several shadowed on the mound by his vided all the hits. and Michaela Hobson led off with Union Catholic was second at 81 heroes. Ten years later at Kean Villanova bound teammate Danny May 15, 2019: Roselle Park back-to-back singles in the sev- followed by Westfield at 65, University in Union on May 15, Wilkinson, proved he had the erupted for five runs in the top of enth inning and Emma Pietrewicz Scotch Plains-Fanwood at 51 and heroes emerged again as the right stuff too by spreading six the fourth inning on its way to a followed with a single into left Summit at 49. 7-1 victory over Westfield in the that scored Howell. Although she had a down day Union County Tournament soft- May 15/16, 2019: Union in the discus at the conference See & Subscribe at ball championship game played Catholic dominated the girls meet last week, Blue Devil senior Ballyhoo goleader.com/ballyhoo on May 15 at Cougar Field on the events and the Elizabeth Minute- Sam Stravach not only won that campus of Kean University. It men boys won the team title at event in Plainfield but also won Submit commentary and items for publishing. the Union County Tournament the javelin event. Blue Devil Jer- Email to [email protected] l'ennemi du journaliste (Individual) Championships held CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-2 Thursday, May 21, 2020 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

David B. Corbin (May 2019 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (May 2019 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times VERY CLOSE FINISH...Blue Devil Ajay Olson, left, Gabe Nash (Elizabeth) and Raider Jacob Leigh STEALING SECOND BASE...Raider Dean Kirian, No. 9, swipes second base in the seventh inning head for the line in the 200 meters at the Union County Tournament in Plainfield. Nash finished first, as ALJ second baseman Max Carmino, No. 3, and shortstop Steve Harrington, No. 14, cover. The Leigh was second and Olson finished fourth (May 15, 2019). Raiders defeated the Crusaders, 4-0, for the UCT title on May 15, 2019. Sponsor This Page! Advertise Your Business in This Online-Only Space • 10.5 x 1 ($40.00 per Month) Contact Jeff Gruman, Sales Manager at 908-232-4407 or email [email protected] A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror of H.S. Sports in Years Past emy Kronheimer won the javelin took second in the long jump 9:37.74. Blue Devils Kronheimer two-run single in the seventh to Chris Wagner (2-for-3) yanked and Raiders Jacob Leigh and Ben with a distance of 17-8, followed at 168-4, Griffin Rooney at 160- earn the third-seeded Governor an RBI single to right then Jake Fleischer won the 400 and 3,200, by Raider Corinne Lyght at 17- 1 and Connor Hach at 150-6 took Livingston Highlanders a 6-2 vic- Vall-Llobera (1-for-2) lofted an respectively. 5.25, Blue Devil Lauren Triarsi at 1-2-4 in the javelin. tory over the top-seeded RBI sacrifice fly to right for the Stravach won the discus with a 17-4.5 and Cougar Cielo May 14, 2018: Very familiar Westfield Blue Devils for their Blue Devils. toss of 121-0 and ripped the Tumbokon at 17-3.25. uniforms appeared on the turf at second UCT crown. May 16, 2018: The 14th- javelin 121-7. Blue Devil Katie Leigh crossed first in the 400 Kean University in Union on May For the first six innings, the seeded Clifton High School Mus- Hamilton with a time of 5:07.45 with a personal record (PR) time 14 to decide which team would game was a pitchers’ duel be- tangs may have thought they finished second in the 1,600 be- of 48.02. Blue Devil Ajay Olson emerge as the Union County tween Highlander lefthander DJ had a galloping chance when they hind Union Catholic Viking Jerika finished third at 48.61. Leigh also Tournament high school base- Gonelli and Blue Devil Mike won the first two face-offs against Lufrano at 5:01.39. Cougar finished second in the 100 dash ball champion. Jack Pedicini lined Carlone. Each pitcher yielded two the third-seeded No. 9-ranked Shasha Knapp placed third in the at 10.87 and second in the 200 at an RBI single in the top of the runs in the first inning but then Westfield boys lacrosse team in triple jump with a personal-record 21.87. Fleischer crossed the line sixth inning to snap a 2-2 dead- tossed shutout ball until the the first round of the North Jer- (PR) distance of 36-4.5. Knapp first in the 3,200 with a time of lock then Will Jennings drilled a streak was cracked in the sixth. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-3 Thursday, May 21, 2020 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

David B. Corbin (May 2018 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (May 2019 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times BRINGING IT DOWNFIELD....Blue Devil Griffin Aslanian, No. 44, brings the ball downfield SECOND IN THE LONG JUMP...Cougar Sasha Knapp placed second in the UCT in the long jump during the game with Clifton at Kehler Stadium on May 16, 2018. event with a leap of 17-8 (May 15, 2019). A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror of H.S. Sports in Years Past sey, Section 2, Group 4 Tourna- assists. competition in site. That was until of 107-9. Cougar Cielo Tumbokon personal-best (PB) time of 54.01. ment at Gary Kehler Stadium in May 17, 2018: Defending midway through the final lap Blue placed second in the triple jump The results for first place in the Westfield on May 16. However champions Union Catholic won Devil senior Mia Melao stepped it with a distance of 35-5. 110 hurdles was about as close their two winning face-offs were the team title at the girls indi- up, kept gaining ground and was May 17, 2018: The Union as it could get when Rahway’s quickly intercepted and con- vidual Union County Tournament virtually in a neck-and-neck race County Tournament individual Ola Akande just freckled out verted to goals then from that track & field championships held down the stretch with Lufano, track and field championships, Josiah Cadet, 14.3 to 14.31. point, the 11-5 Blue Devils won at Hub Stine Field in Plainfield. before finally edging her out to due to weather conditions, was Raider Jacob Leigh took top hon- the remaining face-offs of the Last year Union Catholic totaled seize the Gold with a personal- jammed into one long afternoon ors in the 200 at 22.11 and Cou- first quarter to seize a 12-0 lead 152 well ahead of Westfield at 73 record (PR) time of 5:09.05. and evening at Hub Stine Field in gar Josh Cadet finished third at en route to a 20-2 triumph. but this time the competition Raider Trinity Hart matched Plainfield. Elizabeth won the boys 22.29. In the 100 dash, Raider Attacker Matt Rittendale re- was a little closer as the Vikings her conference leap of 18-1.75 team title with an 81.5 total, Dwight Laylor finished second at corded all four of his goals in the finished with a 115.25 total to to win the long jump. Blue Devil followed by Union Catholic at 77 10.94 (PB), followed by Leigh at first quarter as did midfielder co- the Blue Devils’ 86. Union took Sarah Hacker crossed first in the and Rahway at 61. Scotch Plains- 10.96 (PB). captain Nicky Bond with his two third at 43. Scotch Plains- 3,200 with a time of 11:32.64 Fanwood placed fourth with 57 Raider Ben Fleischer crossed goals. Attacker Jake Engelke and Fanwood took sixth at 26.5, fol- and teammates Caroline points, followed by Linden at 45 first in the 3,200 with a time of midfielder Dylan Alfano each lowed by Summit at 29 and Stockwell finished third at and Union at 40. Westfield took 9:36.7, followed by Blue Devils scored one of their two goals in Cranford at 26. 11:47.75 and Grace Endy fin- seventh with 33 points, the Sum- Matt Meusel at 9:37.66, Will the first quarter and midfielder/ Probably one of the most amaz- ished fourth at 11:54.82. Blue mit Hilltoppers were eighth at 29 McGlynn at 9:42.97 and Kevin co-captain Jake Wornow had a ing performances of the after- Devil Katie Hamilton took third in and the Cranford Cougars placed Yucetepe at 9:48.26. goal and an assist in the first noon came in the 1,600. Viking the 800 at 2:17.53. Sam Stravach ninth with 26 points. May 12, 2017: Key hits, espe- quarter. Attacker Devon McLane Jerika Lufano jumped out to a big placed second in the javelin with The first meet of the afternoon cially in the top of the fourth and set up most of those goals and lead and appeared to be running a toss of 104-7 and also placed was the 400 hurdles and Cougar sixth innings, and a steady per- finished with a goal and eight in a world of her own with no second in the discus with a toss Josiah Cadet crossed first with a CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-4 Thursday, May 21, 2020 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

David B. Corbin (May 2018 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (May 2017 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times FIRST IN THE 400 HURDLES....Cougar Josiah Cadet, right, crosses first in the 400 hurdles with UNION COUNTY CHAMPS...The Westfield High School Blue Devils baseball team won its 15th a personal-best time of 54.01 at the UCT Track and Field Championships at Hub Stine Field in Union County Tournament title after defeating the Cranford Cougars, 6-3, at Kean University in Plainfield on May 17, 2018. Union on May 12, 2017. A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror of H.S. Sports in Years Past formance from senior pitcher Xiao hopped an RBI single. Alex to stake the Blue Devils to a 2-0 2:20.69. and Blue Devil Phil Dwyer at 6-2. Connor Scanlon kept the fourth- Pancini yanked a sharp two-run lead. Danielle Rinaldi and Jordan Raider Wilda Francois crossed Dwyer took second in the long seeded Westfield High School double. Matt LaCorte slammed Sacher each drilled two-run first in the 400 hurdles at 1:05.95. jump with a leap of 21-7.75. baseball team in the driver’s seat an RBI double to center and Jake doubles. Raider Hannah Lyman Blue Devil Lauren Triarsi won the Raider Dwight Laylor finished en route to its 15th Union County Lerie added icing with an RBI had two RBI, Lexi Brunetto high jump with a height of 4-8 second in the 100 at 11.28 and Tournament (UCT) championship single to right. Cougar Tom cracked an RBI double, Quinn and Keren Moncayo had the best took third in the 200 at 22.99. with a 6-3 victory over second- Armstrong (2-for-3) tripled and Kekelis and Emily Lockatell each throw in the javelin with a dis- Blue Devil Cameron McLaughlin seeded Cranford at Kean Univer- scored the first of his two runs rapped an RBI single and Julia tance of 128-1. Moncayo won was third in the 400 at 51.3, and sity in Union on May 12. (RBI single by Tyler Szczech) DiGiacomo rapped an RBI double. the discus with a toss of 109-10. second in the 400 hurdles at 58- Pitted against Cougar ace Gor- when Dan Magliano (2-for-3) beat May 12 & 15, 2017: The Leah Norton took first in the pole 0. Raider Colin Sullivan crossed don Graceffo, Scanlon knew the out an infield single. Ryan Bakie Westfield girls and the SPF boys vault with a clearance of 9-0. second at 4:27.4 and second in pressure was on but managed to (2-for-4, stolen base) got the placed second at the Union Raider Madeline Weber won the the 800 at 2:01.09. scatter seven hits and three runs Cougars excited with a solo blast County Conference track and field shot put with a shove of 37-6. Cougar Josiah Cadet took sec- over five innings, while hitting a over the leftfield fence. meets held at Governor Cougar Taylor Grant won the high ond in the 400-hurdles with a pair of batters, walking one and May 12, 2017: Westfield ral- Livingston on May 12 and May jump with a height of 5-0. Chris- CHS record time of 55.15. Josiah striking out two. Corey Hiltz re- lied from a 3-2 deficit by scoring 15. Blue Devils Mia Melao at tina Barlik won the discus with a Cadet, Josh Cadet, Peter Gilligan lieved in the sixth and yielded five runs in the top of the fourth 5:15.34 and Sarah Hacker at toss of 106-4. and Kyle Ledford finished second only a single to Tyler Szczech (2- inning to overcome Scotch Plains- 5:20.1 took 1-2 in the 1,600. Blue Devil Ian Humphrey won in the 4x400 with a time of 3:32.5. for-3, RBI), while striking out Fanwood, 12-6, on May 12 at Blue Devil Caroline Stockwell fin- the javelin with a toss of 164-11. Trey Pascual took second in the two. Scotch Plains. Sophomore ished first in the 3,200 at Max Michel (Elizabeth) won the pole vault with a height of 13-0. Blue Devil Mike Manning Genevieve Howell smacked a 11:47.22. Blue Devil Emma high jump with a clearance of 6- May 14, 2016: The Scotch slashed a sharp RBI single. Arthur two-run homer in the first inning Jackler placed first in the 800 at 4, followed by Raider Nigel Nelson CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-5 Thursday, May 21, 2020 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

David B. Corbin (May 2015 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (May 2015 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times 100 METER CHAMPION...Raiders Kobe White, center, Merlin Edmond (third) at the Union THIRD IN THE 800...Blue Devil Brooke Scheaffer, right, took third in the 800 at the Union County County Track Championships on May 15, 2015. Track Championship on May 15, 2015. A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror of H.S. Sports in Years Past

Plains-Fanwood girls track & field Raiders Amani Williams at 118-3 ing to an end in a 4-3, nine- tory over second-seeded 0, in their NJSIAA Tournament, team won three individual events, and Darya Ganzha at 102-3 inning victory in the second Union Westfield on May 14, came Quarterfinal Round, North Jer- including a 1-2-3 sweep in the placed 1-2 in the discus. Blue County Tournament semifinal through with a 3-2 triumph over sey, Section 2, Group 4 match high jump, to capture the Union Devil Keren Moncayo won the game held at Kean University in top-seeded Scotch Plains- held on May 17 at the County Conference Watchung javelin with a toss of 94-1. Blue Union on May 14. Fanwood to claim their first ever Mountainside Indoor Tennis Division crown with a total of 154 Devils Marie Koglin, Anna Josh Katz drilled his second Union County Tournament (UCT) Courts in Mountainside. ahead of the Westfield Blue Dev- Browne, Julia Myers and Brooke RBI single of the game in the top championship at Kean Univer- First singles player Tyler Roth ils, who placed second at 107.5, Schaeffer finished second in the of the ninth and senior relief sity in Union on May 15. roared past North Hunterdon’s at Governor Livingston High 4x400 at 4:08.55. pitcher Brian Cranston shut down Of the Raiders’ 10 hits, George Eric Liu (6-0, 6-0). Sophomore School in Berkeley Heights on Blue Devils Mike Stokes (11-6) the Blue Devils 1-2-3 in the bot- Leichtling rapped an RBI double Damien Ruparel made quick work May 14. Raiders Summer and Brian Callahan (11-0) took tom of the inning to earn the and a single in his three plate of Jeffrey Crane (6-0, 6-0) at Robinson with a height of 5-0, 1-2 in the pole vault. Raider Izu victory and a trip to the UCT appearances. Tyler O’Brien (run second singles. Noah Reich con- Wilda Francois at 4-8 and Gaby Mozie won the discus with a toss championship game. Blue Devil scored) and Colin McAlindin each tinued the clean sweep at third McPherson at 4-8 swept the high of 137-1. In the Mountain, Cou- Bobby Abbott rapped two singles. had a pair of singles. Peter War- singles by shutting out Mike Vitti, jump event. gar Josh Cadet took first in the Steve Barmakian and Chris ren doubled, Anthony DiNizo (6-0, 6-0). Westfield took the Brooke Schaeffer led a Blue 200 at 22.72. Rinaldi each singled. Kobi Wolf singled and scored, Peter Yarem first doubles match with Owen Devil sweep in the 800 meters May 14, 2016: All good things had an infield RBI single and an hit an RBI single and Jake Bartok and Matthew Bartok de- with a time of 2:18, followed by must pass! But a new beginning RBI free pass. Canavan beat out a bunt single. feating Richard Chen and Brendan Julia Myers at 2:22.67 and Noelle for the fourth-seeded Governor May 15, 2016: Running the May 17, 2016: The Westfield Feeley (6-0, 6-0). The second Blackford at 2:24.33. Raiders Livingston High School baseball gauntlet turned out to be a suc- High School boys’ tennis team doubles team of Max Carle and Mary Catherine Stovall at team was the cause of the sec- cess for the third-seeded Gover- burned through North Hunterdon William Kelly completed the 11:49.35 and Maddy Bord at ond-seeded Westfield Blue Dev- nor Livingston Highlanders, who (10-6) like a hot knife through sweep by defeating Jordan 11:51.88 took 1-2 in the 3,200. ils’ 18-game winning streak com- after enduring a nine-inning vic- butter, shutting out the Lions, 5- CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-6 Thursday, May 21, 2020 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

David B. Corbin (May 2015 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times Alex Lowe (May 2015 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times AWAITING THE THROW...Blue Devil catcher George Devanney awaits the throw as Mendham’s GETTING HIS 100TH VICTORY...Scotch Plains-Fanwood Raider senior first singles player Tyler Hoops slides in to score the first run of the game in Westfield on May 13, 2015. Mendham eked Jeffrey Rodgers holds a poster after getting his 100th varsity career victory as his parents and sister out a run in the seventh to win, 4-3. surround him (May 13 2015). A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror of H.S. Sports in Years Past

Sinoway and Kyle Cannillo (6-0, career for Rodgers, who has been title with a 134 total to outdis- in 3:23.34. Tanji had five goals and an as- 6-0). playing first singles for the Raid- tance the Raiders with 65 points, On Day 2, after the first lap of sist, junior attacker Sam Paoletti May 13, 2015: Effective pitch- ers ever since stepping on the followed by Union at 50 and the 3,200, Blue Devil Matt Russo netted three goals and an assist ing from senior lefthander Sean court as a freshman. Westfield at 47. The Lady Vikings was virtually running all alone and senior attacker Alexis Kardias Elliott went unrewarded when May 14, 2015: The Blue Dev- finished with 135 points, followed way ahead of the rest of the pack had four assists. the West Morris Mendham base- ils girls lacrosse team advanced by Union at 78 and Summit at 50. and finished first with a PR time May 15, 2014: The Cranford ball team took advantage of a hit with a 17-8 victory over Randolph Westfield took fifth with 39 points, of 9:26.65, nearly 24 seconds Cougars baseball team improved batter and a wild pitch from his in the first round of the NJSIAA Cranford was 10th at 13 and the faster than his nearest competi- to 13-5 with a 9-4 victory over relief pitcher to score a run in the North Jersey, Group 4 Tourna- Raiders were 12th with eight tor, Viking Nate Papachristos. 19-5 Governor Livingston in Ber- seventh inning then held on to ment held on May 14 at Kehler points. Blue Devil Mae Devin won the keley Heights. Pitcher Pat Knight burn the Blue Devils, 4-3, in Stadium in Westfield. Senior Sam Raider Kobe White, however, pole vault with a height of 10-0. struck out seven, walked two Westfield. Elliott scattered four Paoletti, who scored three goals got some redemption after hav- May 14, 2014: Recovering and allowed eight hits for the hits and struck out seven. Chris and dished out two assists, led ing a false start at the Watchung from an emotional loss to Sum- Cougars. Tommy Trotter rapped Rinaldi went 3-for-4. the Blue Devils. Sophie Bass and Conference meet on May 8 by mit in the Union County Tourna- a pair of doubles and a pair of May 13, 2015: Scotch Plains- Julia Gretsky (1 assist each) also placing first in the 100 meters ment championship game took singles, while scoring twice and Fanwood High School senior Jef- scored three goals. with a personal record (PR) time little time as the fifth-seeded adding an RBI. frey Rodgers earned his 100th May 14-15, 2015: Union of 10.99. Teammate Merlin Blue Devils girls lacrosse team May 15, 2014: The Linden career victory with a 6-2, 6-0 win Catholic won both sides of the Edmond, who won at the confer- crumbled 12th-seeded 13-6 Old High School softball team scored over Josep Mejia of Elizabeth at Union County boys and girls track ence meet with a time of 10.93, Bridge, 15-5, in the first round of a run in the top of the seventh Kramer Tennis Courts in Scotch & field championships at Hub finished third at 11.16. Edmond, the NJSIAA sectional tournament and held on to grab a 9-8 victory Plains. The milestone win was Stine Field in Plainfield. The Vi- Quincy Sanchez, White and at Gary Kehler Stadium in over the Cranford Cougars at just the latest in a dominant king boys won their fifth straight Cameron Smith won the 4x400 Westfield. Senior midfielder Anna CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-7 Thursday, May 21, 2020 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

Lance Tupper (May 2014 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (May 2014 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times BUNTING FOR A SINGLE...Blue Devil Chrissy Ferraro bunts for a single in the North Jersey, CLOSE ENCOUNTER OF A TOUGH KIND...Blue Devil goalkeeper Mallory Weisse, left, prepares Section 2, Group 4 game against Edison on May 17, 2014. Ferraro had three hits and the Blue Devils to defend against Old Bridge Knight Caitlyn Nemeth, No. 21, in the North Jersey, Group 4 game at Gary won, 14-1, in five innings. Kehler Stadium in Westfield on May 14, 2014. The Lady Blue Devils defeated Old Bridge, 15-5. A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror of H.S. Sports in Years Past

Adams Field in Cranford. Jessica 43-6. seeded Westfield at Kean Uni- Jack Flaherty finished with three meet at Hub Stine Field in Casale doubled, singled and May 17, 2014: Backup play- versity in Union to earn its eighth goals, while Nick Arnold and Plainfield with a total of 107, scored twice for the Cougars. ers became the starters and the Union County Tournament title. midfielder Matt Webb each net- while the Cranford Cougars Allie Verrilli had three hits and starters became the backups, but Chris Folinusz led with two ted a goal, and defender Chris- placed second at 70 in the 19- three RBI, Candice Durant had a it made no difference as the third- doubles, a single, two runs scored tian Burgdorf added an assist for team field. The Raiders finished double and an RBI, and Kerry seeded No. 18 Blue Devil boys and an RBI in four at-bats. Tommy the Blue Devils. third with 64 points, followed by Wischusen had two RBI and lacrosse team breezed past 14th- Trotter went 3-for-4 with an RBI May 15, 2013: The Raider the Blue Devils at 56 scored once. seeded Bergen Tech, 15-2, in the and a run scored. Tyler Bowman boys’ lacrosse team gained the Blue Devils Lily Burtness, May 15-17, 2014: Union first round of the North Jersey, had two of the Blue Devils’ hits, lead midway through the fourth Sophia Goldschmidt, Natalie Catholic claimed eight individual Group 4 tournament at Gary and Chris Arena and Mike Ionta quarter, but it was the defense Marcotullio and Amanda Fischer champions and breezed to it’s Kehler Stadium in Westfield. Chris provided the other two hits. that made the real difference as crossed first in the 4x400 with a fourth straight Union County Callahan led the team with four May 14, 2013: Penalties the Raiders held down the North time of 4:01.49, followed by Raid- Championship at Hub Stine Field goals. played a partial role, but accu- Hunterdon Lions, 5-4, in Scotch ers Tori Baliatico, Kailyn Reilly, in Plainfield. The Vikings finished May 12, 2013: Senior pitcher rate passing on the part of the Plains. Kevin Kerby, Kevin Darianna DeVore and Justine with a total of 139, well ahead of Ryan Williamson did what he had Hilltoppers’ offense also helped Charos, Tyler Haack, Christian Valdes at 4:03.24. Cougar Jenna the second-placed Raiders at 68. been doing all season, tossing determine the outcome of the Gordon and Jack Cunningham Ellenbacher improved upon her Raider junior Kobe White’s shutouts, when he permitted just top-seeded Summit boys la- each recorded goals. Goalkeeper personal-record (PR) winning adrenalin carried him to first place four hits and walked four, while crosse team’s 9-5 victory over Cole Webber finished with six time of 1:04.67 at the Mountain in the long jump with a personal- striking out seven to guide the the second-seeded Blue Devils in saves. Conference meet in the previous record (PR) leap of 21-5.25. top-seeded, No. 2 ranked, the Union County Tournament May 16-17, 2013: The Union week by crossing first in the 400- Raider Quaryee Bull took first in Cranford High School baseball championship game at A.L. Lady Farmers took top honors at hurdles at 1:03.27, followed by the triple jump with a distance of team to an 8-0 victory over third- Johnson High School in Clark. the Union County individual track CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-8 Thursday, May 21, 2020 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

David B. Corbin (May 2013 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (May 2014 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times PLOWING INTO THIRD BASE...Cougar Chris Folinusz plows into third base in the fourth inning PUTTING THE PINCH ON BERGEN TECH...Blue Devils Jackson Boyle, left, and Connor Webb, as Blue Devil Eric Demers tries to get control of the ball. The Cougars defeated Westfield, 8-0, to claim right, put the pinch on a Bergen Tech opponent in the North Jersey, Group 4 tournament in Westfield the UCT title (May 12, 2013). on May 17, 2014. A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror of H.S. Sports in Years Past

Baliatico, who also improved top spot in the pole vault took the fourth, then added two more May 17, 2012: Efficient pitch- Plainfield. Cougars Bryanna Grant upon her best time with a place between Blue Devil Peter runs in the fifth to pulverize the ing and fine fielding kept the with a distance of 38-2, Gillian 1:04.35. Fagan and Mike Closs (New Provi- Farmers, 13-3, to capture their Westfield and Raiders softball Burke with a PR 37-10 and Regine May 16-17, 2013: As it had dence). Both cleared 15-0 and 13th UCT crown. teams in a tight and well-played Hunter with a PR 37-8.5 swept 1- been at the county relays, Union both just missed 15-6, but Closs May 16, 2012: Gutsy base contest, but it took the Blue Dev- 2-3 in the triple jump. Catholic dominated the Union got top honors, because Fagan running coupled with a 15-hit ils’ two innings to earn a 4-0 Cougar Kristen VanBenschoten County boys individual champi- missed once on his opening attack, along with an equally victory in Scotch Plains. Blue Devil came through with a PR shove of onship with a total of 145, and height. Cougar Pat Lynch placed gutsy performance on the mound pitcher Elena Scarano yielded six 37-6 to take top honors in the the Blue Devils finished second fourth at 13-0, and Raider Chris- by junior right-hander James hits and one walk, while fanning shot put. Raider Samantha at 79 in the 16-team field at Hub tian Zoufaly placed sixth at 12-6. D’Angelo put the Raiders base- three. Second baseman Julia Renfree placed third with a push Stine Field in Plainfield. On May May 12, 2012: ball team on the right path to a Criscuolo, first baseman Audrey of 35-1. VanBenschoten also took 16, Blue Devils Matt Luppino at Triskaidekaphobia was no issue 10-3 victory over hosting Union Peterson (2-for-4), centerfielder top honors in the discus with a 4:22.13, Phil Edwards at 4:22.43 when the third-seeded Blue Dev- Catholic. Senior catcher Ryan Chrissy Ferraro (4-for-4), right throw of 113-6. Renfree was sec- and Kevin Smith at 4:25.82 swept ils baseball team took on eighth- Henkels became the major con- fielder and Shannon Schaefer (2- ond at 102-10 and Cougar Sum- the 1,600 meters. The next day, seeded Union for the Union tributor at the plate with four for-4) provided the Blue Devils’ mer Kortbaoui took fifth at 90- Edwards really had his day in the County Tournament (UCT) cham- singles, a run scored and three four runs. 2.25. Renfree, however, won the sun when he crossed first in the pionship at Williams Field in Eliza- RBI. He also led the way on the May 17-18, 2012: The Union javelin with a toss of 110-1, fol- 3,200 with a time of 9:30.22 (PR beth. The 17-3 Blue Devils over- base paths, being the vanguard Farmers had a team total of 105 lowed by Blue Devils Christina by more than 36 seconds). looked a 3-0 deficit, manufac- on the second of a pair of double to outscore the Cranford Cou- Mosco at 108-9 and Meghan Reilly Raider Quaryee Bull took the tured a run in the third inning and steals. Henkels finished with four gars, who finished second at at 107-4. top spot in the triple jump with a demonstrated the “Big Inning of the 13-10 Raiders’ 11 stolen 80.66 at the Union County Cham- May 7, 2011: Domination from distance of 43-5. A battle for the Theory”, exploding for 10 runs in bases. pionships at Hub Stine Field in CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-9 Thursday, May 21, 2020 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

David B. Corbin (May 2013 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (May 2013 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times RUNNING WITH THE BEST IN THE 1,600...Blue Devil Gabby Stravach, left, keeps up with the HEADING FOR HIGHER HEIGHTS...Blue Devil Peter Fagan cleared 15 feet in the pole vault and two Summit girls in the 1,600 meters at the Union County Championships. Stravach finished third made three attempts at 15-6 at the Union County Track & Field Championships at Hub Stine Field (May 16/17, 2013). in Plainfield on May 17, 2013. A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror of H.S. Sports in Years Past the mound was not in the cards Blue Devil AJ Murray in the third Fanwood at Williams Field in Eliza- Roselle Park, 9-0, in the semifi- May 14/15, 2010: Team even if the showdown between inning when it easily cleared the beth on May 7. In the bottom of nal round of the Union County depth and key victories by third-seeded Westfield and sec- fence just left of the 420-foot the first inning, leadoff hitter Eric Tournament in Linden. Allie Jhakyse Williams, Jon Henry and ond-seeded Governor Livingston sign and hit the road beyond. Walano (2 RBI, double, 4 runs Verrilli went 2-for-4 and scored the 4x400 relay team gave the featured perhaps the best pitcher Murray (3-for-4, 3 runs scored, scored) drilled a solo blast over twice. Nicole Ravetier (2-for-3, 3 Westfield boys track & field team in the county during the second walk) also slammed a two-run the screen. Cleanup hitter Greg runs scored) stepped to the plate its second Union County Cham- game of the Union County Tour- double off the fence in right. Matlosz (4-for-4, 5 RBI) blasted and whacked a two-run home pionship in three years at Hub nament semifinal round at Will- Designated hitter Will Riggs (2 a shot over the screen and Mark run. Stephanie Bagniewski Stine Field in Plainfield. The Blue iams Field in Elizabeth on May 7. runs scored) made a huge con- Osofsky followed suit to give the launched a two-run home run Devils totaled 87 to easily outdo Notorious for its swirling winds tribution with a pair of singles, an Cougars a 3-0 lead. over the centerfield fence. Elizabeth with 61. Scotch Plains- that blow mostly towards the RBI double and a game-tying Cougar Ryan Williamson May 13, 2011: Youth came Fanwood finished 10th with 15 short right field fence, Williams RBI triple in the seventh. Danny blasted a solo homer. Chris through in a big way when fresh- points. Field yielded five home runs in Kerr (2 runs scored) had a pair of Fulinosz, who scored three times, man pitcher Elena Scarano tossed Senior Jhakyse Williams each semifinal game, but it took doubles and a single with two tripled, doubled, and had an RBI a five-hitter and struck out four, stunned the field when he crossed a three-run home run over the RBI. single. James D’Angelo launched while yielding no walks, and fresh- the line in a personal-best (PB) leftfield fence from Mike Cranston May 7, 2011: Home runs, a two-run homer for the Raiders. man Julia Criscuolo drilled a two- 10.99 to win the 100-meter dash. in the bottom of the seventh doubles and triples dominated May 13, 2011: Sophomore run double in the fifth inning to Williams became the first Blue inning to give the GL Highlanders Game 1 of the Union County Julia Siragusa struck out 14 Pan- boost the seventh-seeded Blue Devil in 24 years to win the event. a 17-14 victory over the Blue Tournament semifinal round that thers and walked none, while Devil softball team over second- Jon Henry crossed first in the 400 Devils. top-seeded, 14-3 Cranford won, tossing a two-hitter, as the third- seeded A.L. Johnson, 3-1, in the meters with a time of 48.91. The most impressive home run, 15-5, in six innings over fifth- seeded Cranford Cougars soft- semifinal round of the Union Williams, Brian Henry, Pat Gray however, came off the bat of seeded, 10-8 Scotch Plains- ball team routed sixth-seeded County Tournament in Linden. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-10 Thursday, May 21, 2020 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

David B. Corbin (May 2012 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (May 2012 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times CLEARING THE HURDLE…Raider Leah Salituro clears the hurdle in her heat of the 400 CLOSE PLAY AT THE PLATE…Raider Frank Degnan dives toward the plate and jars the ball intermediate hurdles at the Union County track & field meet in Plainfield on May 17, 2012. loose from Viking catcher Joe Bonacorso in the second inning. The Raiders won, 10-3 (May 16, 2012). A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror of H.S. Sports in Years Past and Jon Henry won the 4x400 the 4x400 with a time of 4:02.41. of 5:21.21 followed by freshman followed by teammate Kathleen at the Watchung Conference track with a time of 3:23.12. Expect- Cougar Kelly Burke broke a meet teammate Erin Pierce, who Leeper at 12:14.58. & field championships. Jason Boff ing a huge challenge from Blue record and her own Union County crossed in a personal-best (PB) Raiders Whitney Adams and had a PR push of 46’4” to place Devil Gray, Raider Frank Mellana record of 39’7.75” in the triple 5:24.25. Pierce showed her stuff Sarah Canfield placed 1-2, re- second and Matt McQuoid had a had a PB toss of 195’10” to win jump with a distance of 39’8.” by crossing first in the 3,200 spectively, in the triple jump with toss of 44’10” to grab third. the javelin. Gray finished third She also broke her own meet meters with a time of 12:08.99 distances of 36’6.25” and 35’4.5”. May 14, 2008: Damage con- with a toss of 173 feet. record of 10’6” set in 2008 in the Raider Kim Wenson then won the trol via selective walks on the May 14/15, 2010: Senior Kim pole vault with a height of 12 javelin with a PB toss of 106’9”. part of pitcher Taylor Wenson took top honors and re- feet. Burke also just missed on Support Local Journalism Blue Devil sophomore Ashley Zengenwald, along her four-hit corded personal-best (PB) throws attempts to clear 12’7.” Edwards crossed first in the 400 performance put the 10th-seeded in three field events to help the Benedictine’s Kiana Winston meters with a PB time of 58.24. Roselle Park softball team on the Scotch Plains-Fanwood girls track nosed out Cougar Natalie Englese Edwards, who placed second in road to a stunning 4-3 victory & field team squeeze past for first in the 400 meters with the 200 meters at 26.37, teamed over second-seeded Westfield in Benedictine for the Union County respective times of 57.29 and with Sophia DeVita, Amanda the quarterfinals of the Union Championship crown at Hub Stine 57.34. Garfinkel and Kelly Irving to win County Tournament on May 14. Field in Plainfield. Wenson won May 11, 2009: Strong perfor- the 4x400 with the time of Zengenwald conveniently the shot put with a shove of mances across the board allowed 4:06.48. walked the very dangerous hit- 37’9”, the discus with a toss of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood girls May 13, 2008: Raider senior ting and speedy leadoff hitter 112 feet and had a huge PB toss track & field team to repeat at Mike Alleman continued to ex- Cyndil Matthew (1-for-1, run of 121’8” to win the javelin. Watchung Conference champi- tend the distance of his shoves in scored, stolen base) on three Blue Devils Katie Ponce, Sophia ons at Kehler Stadium in Westfield the shot put, this time with a occasions to prevent what she Devita, Amanda Marcatullo and on May 11. Raider senior Brittney personal-record (PR) 64’0.75” to does best, driving in runs and Ashley Edwards crossed first in Veeck won the 1,600 with a time goleader.com/form/subscribe lead a 1-2-3 sweep in the event stealing bases. Do It Now! Subscribe Click Here

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