The Westfield— Serving the Town Since 1890 — Leader

USPS 680020 Published OUR 109th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 51-99 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. Thursday, December 23, 1999 Every Thursday 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS Menorah Near Train Station Draws Citizen, Council Debate By PAUL J. PEYTON elected officials should have in place policy.” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader when considering the largesse of our Mayor Jardim read a prepared let- The recent placement of a menorah community.” ter which he had written but not sent on municipal property near the town’s He was critical of Mayor Jardim’s to Mr. Hertell in response to the Christmas tree, in front of the north decision to accept the menorah and former school board member’s com- side train station, has prompted con- have Department of Public Works ments. cerns from a former elected official staff install it “without a courtesy He said Mr. Hertell had a “pro- in town and an angered response consultation” with members of the found misunderstanding” of his role from some members of the Town council. has mayor. Mayor Jardim said he has Council. He said this action “sets a dubious the authority to respond to requests Keith S. Hertell, who served on the and dangerous precedent, which may by residents and to direct town staff Westfield Board of Education from or may not reflect the best interests of in this regard. 1995 to 1998, publicly read a letter the citizens of Westfield.” Mayor Jardim stated that the coun- he sent to Mayor Thomas C. Jardim Mr. Hertell said he felt that a policy cil has the power to change his deci- and the council at Tuesday’s final is needed to deal with the placement sion. He indicated, though, that if the governing body meeting of the year of religious symbols. Among the ques- menorah is rejected, the governing and the century. tions such a policy might include are: body had better be prepared to reject Mr. Hertell, who stated he is in location of the symbols, limitations the replica of the Presbyterian Church, favor of inclusion in terms of the on their size and/or color and whether CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader representation of symbols for vari- or not all groups would be recog- TO PROTECT AND SERVE…Westfield police officers, pictured left to right, Christopher Battiloro, Kevin O’Keefe, ous religions in the town, said his nized with their own symbol. Robert Bartkus, Jr., Christopher Wolfson and Vincent Costanzo, stand ready to receive Life Saving Awards during concern is not about religion “but “If the council is not given a cour- Tuesday’s meeting of the Westfield Town Council. Looking on are Police Chief Anthony J. Scutti and Mayor Thomas C. rather about a process which our Appeal Filed Jardim. tesy heads-up, and there is not a policy in place, may the next mayor refuse all the public’s gestures? “As we move forward, it seems To Decision Westfield Police Officers Receive Promotions; that a well-thought-out process needs to be in place, to maintain an air of On ShopRite civility and togetherness which has Departmental Awards for Performance of Duty been the cornerstone of Westfield in By KIM KINTER Specially Written for The Westfield Leader • • the past,” he said in his letter. In a break with tradition Tuesday Captain Clifford Auchter, ap- the department in October of 1980 Patrolman Edward Maguire has One remark included in the letter, One of the attorneys represent- night, members of the Westfield Po- pointed to the department in Febru- and promoted to Sergeant in July of been promoted to Sergeant of Police which Mr. Hertell had initially not ing a local couple opposed to the lice Department were honored be- ary of 1976, was promoted to his 1986, he has been assigned to the and will be assigned to the Patrol read to the council but later recited construction of a large ShopRite fore the Town Council and the com- current rank in October and has as- Detective Bureau since June of last Division effective Tuesday, February after questioned on its deletion by supermarket on North Avenue in munity on having received promo- sumed the administrative captain’s year. 1. Sergeant Mcguire was appointed Garwood has filed an appeal to a • Mayor Jardim, stated: “The fact that tions and departmental awards re- duties for the department. Detective Sergeant John M. to the department in August of 1992. our present Mayor finds the church recent Superior Court decision flecting distinguished service. Captain Bernard Tracy, who pre- Parizeau has been promoted to Lieu- He will replace Sergeant Carl Geis (The Presbyterian Church in allowing the building of the gro- In the past, local officers have been viously served in that capacity, is tenant of Police and will continue in who will retiring as of February 1. Westfield replica) ‘offensive’ is miss- cery store, The Westfield Leader • recognized for such achievements at now Patrol Division Commander. In the Records Bureau. The Lieutenant, Officer William Moffitt, ap- ing the point. Let’s not ‘spit in the has learned. the annual Patrolmen’s Benevolent this assignment, he has taken over who has been with the department pointed to the department in August eye’ of any citizens by removing long- The New Jersey Superior Court- Association (P.B.A.) dinner. the duties of Deputy Chief John P. since March of 1981, has been as- of 1990, has been assigned to the standing symbols or excluding oth- Appellate Division confirmed that Westfield Police Chief Anthony J. Wheatley, who will retire from the signed to the Records Bureau since Detective Bureau as a plainclothes ers. Rather, let us consider how we an appeal was received by De- Scutti remarked, however, that in- department on Saturday, April 1, 1985. He is responsible for all com- officer. cember 15 from Brian Fahey, a • recognize all cultures in the spirit of corporating the ceremony into the 2000. puter operations and equipment Officer Matthew Cassidy, ap- inclusion through a well-constructed Westfield attorney who represents Town Council meeting would give Captain Auchter served in the Pa- maintenance, along with all depart- pointed to the department in January Dr. and Mrs. Ulf Dolling of members of the governing body and trol Division for six years before be- mental statistics and reports. of 1990, has been assigned to the Westfield. the public a closer opportunity to see ing placed in command of the Juve- • Detective First Grade Nicholas Detective Bureau as a plainclothes Tax Collector Office The case was assigned to a team the kind of officers who serve the nile Bureau in 1985. Promoted to Norton has been promoted to Ser- officer. in the Appellate Division, but no community. The ceremony drew a Lieutenant of Patrol in 1993, he be- geant of Police and will be assigned Several reassignments were also Posts Holiday Hours court dates had been set at press packed Town Council Chambers of came Detective Bureau Commander to the Patrol Division. Sergeant announced. WESTFIELD – The Office of time. friends and family members of the in August of last year. Norton, who began his career with • Lieutenant Frank Brunelle, who the Tax Collector has announced Mr. Fahey did not return tele- officers. • Detective Sergeant Robert the department as a dispatcher, was joined the department in February of that the holiday office hours for phone calls to The Leader. “I think they deserve that kind of Compton has been promoted to Lieu- appointed as a patrolman in August 1972, will be assigned to the Detec- the end of the year are as follow: But sources told The Leader recognition,” Chief Scutti told The tenant of Police and will be assigned of 1987. He has been assigned to the tive Bureau as a Detective Lieuten- Monday, December 27, through that the appeal basically centered Westfield Leader on Tuesday. to the Patrol Division. Appointed to Detective Bureau since 1997. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Wednesday, December 29, regu- on three issues. These include a lar office hours from 8:30 a.m. to Garwood ordinance dealing with 4 p.m.; Thursday, December 30, the development of the property, Sidewalk Replacement Program Leader Announces from 8:30 to 11 a.m. proceedings before the Garwood The office will re-open on Mon- Planning Board during the time Early Deadline day, January 3, 2000. the board heard Village Super- The deadline for submitting CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 In Town Delayed Until Spring releases for consideration for the By DEBORAH MADISON construction begins,” Kenneth B. residential sidewalk replacement for Thursday, December 30, issue of Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Marsh, Director of Public Works, property owners to Cretan Concrete The Westfield Leader is Thurs- The replacement of various side- stated. Company of Highland Park, which day, December 23, at 5 p.m. The walks throughout Westfield, which Under a new special program ap- submitted the lowest of the four bids newspaper offices will be closed is part of a new program initiated by proved by Town Council in July, the received by the town. on Fridays, December 24 and the Town Council in July, will de- has allocated $100,000 from the The company’s bid to complete the 31. layed until the spring. Westfield’s capital budget to help sidewalk work was $76,000. Readers are invited to submit The sidewalk work was expected defray the costs of residential side- Of the 136 residential applications, suggestions and ideas in the form to begin this fall. Due to the unex- walk repairs and replacements. approximately 60 have been selected of one to three sentences regard- pected length of time it took to com- The town will pay for 50 percent of to participate in the program. The ing the December 30 issue. This plete the bidding process and addi- the costs and residents will be ex- applications were chosen on a first- edition will be a collector’s issue tional paperwork for the new pro- pected to pay for 50 percent of the come/first-serve basis, Mr. Marsh blending old and new articles gram, however, the actual repair work costs, under the program. explained. and advertisements, while ush- will not begin until the spring. In addition, under the program, Residents interested in having their ering in the new century. “Applicants who have been ac- the entire length of sidewalk will be sidewalks replaced were asked to send All comments and suggestions cepted into this year’s program have replaced, not just sections, town offi- a letter by July 31 with details about may be submitted to been notified by mail, and will be cials said. the type of sidewalk and length of the [email protected]. notified again in the spring before The town awarded the contract for CONTINUED ON PAGE 12

Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader TRADITIONAL MUSICIANS…The Watson Highlanders Pipe Band per- Department of Consumer Affairs Warns Residents formed a variety of festive holiday music in front of First Union Bank in Of Y2K Scam Artists Trying to Get Bank Numbers downtown Westfield on December 18. By DEBORAH MADISON Many government reports indi- vices or guaranteed access to fuel or In another variation of this scam, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader cate that a plethora of Y2K scam Y2K compliant shelters. the con artist tells you that the bank Editor’s Note: This is the final artists are taking full advantage of A popular Y2K scam that has come is advising all of their customers to installment in a series on Y2K pre- the uncertainties surrounding the to the attention of authorities goes withdraw all of their cash before paredness. This week’s article fo- change-over from ‘99 to the trouble- like this: December 31st. cuses on scams being undertaken on some ‘00 event. A scam artist posing as a represen- The phony bank representative then unsuspecting consumers. According to the Y2K Advice pub- tative from your bank calls to say that tells you that he is going to mail you * * * * * lication, the best protection against your bank is not Y2K compliant. He a special hollowed-out book to hide New Jersey’s Department of Com- Y2K schemes is knowledge and vigi- asks you to verify your personal ac- your cash and valuables in until after munity Affairs, in their Y2K Advice lance. The following scams are the count information before being able the Y2K problems are resolved. Af- publication, advises consumers to be most common and easy to recognize to continue the call. ter he verifies your mailing address, aware of Y2K scams and tells how once you have been alerted. These He then informs you that in order which he looked up in the phone consumers can protect themselves scams are just as likely to crop up to forestall any potential Y2K com- book, he sends you the hollow book. from becoming victims of these new before, during or after the New Year. puter problems, such as having your When he robs your house, he knows millennium rip-offs. 1. Opportunists looking for inves- account balance wiped out, the bank exactly where the valuables are hid- tors to finance phony Y2K solutions. is transferring all customer accounts den. 2. Consultants or businesses sell- to a safe investment company ac- Another scam goes like this. Tar- ing services or software that promise count. The con artist can then use geting mainly senior citizens, a scam Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader to fix Y2K problems, but don’t. your personal bank information, artist calls and claims to be a federal ENJOYING THE RIDE…Holiday shoppers rested their weary feet and savored the sights of downtown Westfield on December 18 while taking advantage of free 3. Exorbitant prices for common which you gave him, to withdraw government employee. The caller tells trolley rides and stops throughout the town. The rides were part of Welcome or unusual “survival supplies” such money from your account or make the senior citizen that they will not Home to Westfield, sponsored by the Downtown Westfield Corporation and the as bottled water, communication de- charges to your account. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce. Merry Christmas from Our Family To Yours

CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 12 Thursday, December 23, 1999 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Westfield Police Officers Citizen and Council Debate BOE By-Laws, Policies Earn Promotions; Awards Westfield Menorah Display CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Receive First Reading ant. Part of the Detective Bureau from his role in the arrest of two burglary which has stood in Mindowaskin Park Brandt’s response, other than that the 1981 to 1983, he was promoted to suspects in April, while Sergeant attorney described it as a complex By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN Earlier in the meeting, Superin- during the holiday season for years. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Lieutenant in the Patrol Division in Norton and Detective Fuentes were The Mayor told Mr. Hertell that he legal issue. He said the majority on Times tendent of Schools, Dr. William J. October of 1989. Lieutenant Brunelle recognized for their handling of an is not offended by that replica, noting the council decided not to remove the WESTFIELD – Calling the re- Foley, congratulated Board Secre- has been the department’s firearms investigation in September of last year that he “grew up in the church and it replica. view of the school board’s by-laws tary and Business Administrator instructor for many years. He replaces which led to the arrest of a suspect in a has formed what I am today.” Fourth Ward Councilman Lawrence Robert A. Berman on obtaining Lieutenant Compton in that role. series of home and automobile burglar- an exhaustive and continuous pro- “What is offensive to me is those A. Goldman said what most angered cess, Chairwoman of the Policies the title of “Registered School • Sergeant Andrew Gallagher will ies. who seek to highlight our differences; him about Mr. Hertell’s comments Committee and Board Vice Presi- Business Administrator” from the be assigned to the Juvenile Bureau as a Officer Hobson was honored for his those who pit one religion against were that they “emanate from a pri- New Jersey Association of School Detective Sergeant. Appointed to the involvement in the December 1998 another; those who seek to take ad- vate conversation” between himself, dent Arlene Gardner called for the approval of nearly 30 by-laws dur- Business Officials. department in February of 1985, he apprehension of a suspect on 29 charges vantage of the spiritual for the pur- Councilwoman Janis Fried Weinstein ing a brief meeting of the Westfield “There are not many business attained the rank of Sergeant in 1992. of aggravated assault on a police officer poses of the political,” the Mayor and Mayor Jardim. administrators in the state that hold • Detective Second Grade David and possession of a stolen car. Officer said in his statement. Mr. Goldman accused Mr. Hertell Board of Education on Tuesday evening. this title,” explained Dr. Foley. Wayman was assigned to the Detec- Perrotta was recognized for her pursuit Mr. Hertell, in turn, said Mayor of “grandstanding” on the issue rather All but five of the board’s by- Mr. Berman had to submit a tive Bureau in June of 1998 and will in April of an assault suspect, who was Jardim was incorrect, as he is “all for than addressing it with council mem- portfolio demonstrating his com- be assigned to the Juvenile Bureau. ultimately arrested. inclusion. I never said ‘take down,’ I bers in private. laws were approved for first read- never said ‘remove.’ That was not the Mr. Hertell said he made the issue ing. Those policies, which include petency in all financial areas in Recipients of departmental awards Certificates of Merit were awarded order to receive this state title. for the period from September 1, spirit of the letter, not the spirit of private by delivering a letter to coun- “Executive Authority,” “Board Self to Officers Jason Rodger, Todd Earl, what I am about, either.” cil members and the mayor via the The Long Range Planning Com- 1998 through August 31, 1999 were Gregory Kasko, John Ricerca and Evaluation,” “Board Member Au- He said the Mayor’s “rhetoric,” as Town Administrator, as opposed to thority,” “Public Participation in mittee, led by Ms. Satkin, will selected by the joint departmental Vincent Hatala for their apprehen- he termed it, “was totally mislead- sending a letter-to-the-editor to the Board Meetings” and “Conduct at meet on Wednesday, January 19, at and P.B.A. Local No. 90 Awards sion in May of four suspects charged ing.” local newspapers. 7:30 p.m. at Westfield High School Committee. with possession of a stolen motor Board Meetings” will be examined Mr. Hertell argued that Mayor Mayor Jardim said the issue will be more thoroughly and brought back (WHS) to discuss a looming en- Medal of Merit awards were pre- vehicle, criminal attempt and pos- Jardim was merely going on the “at- assigned to the Building and Town for further board discussion in the rollment crisis at WHS in 2004. sented to Detectives Ronald Allen session of burglary tools. tack” in an effort “take the focus off Property Committee. Ms. Satkin has reported during and James McCullough, Lieutenant Officers Kasko and Ricerca were new year. the issue.” On another matter, the council Board President Darielle Walsh past meetings that a tally of 1,700 Compton and Officer Robert Bartkus. also honored for their arrest of a adopted an ordinance to lower the He encouraged the town to “em- explained to the public and fellow to 1,800 students are expected to Detective Allen was honored for suspect in April. Dispatcher Jason brace all symbols” by designating a speed limit on East Broad Street from board members that the by-laws enroll at the school in 2004. having rescued two children from a Carter additionally received a Cer- specific location for them to be dis- 35 mph to 25 mph from Gallows Hill During a meeting at Edison In- house fire last February. Lieutenant tificate of Merit for his handling of a played. Road to Euclid Avenue. “describe how we function as a board.” termediate School on December 7, Compton and Detective McCullough call concerning a burglary in progress. Mayor Jardim said he would reread Prior to that vote, however, Oak Ms. Satkin revealed that the ad- were cited for their investigation of a Mr. Hertell’s letter to see if he had Tree Pass resident Robert Cirasa read “This is an important responsi- bility and a time consuming task,” ministration was preparing a list robbery last year which culminated interpreted it incorrectly. a three-page statement in opposition of alternatives to address antici- with the arrest of a suspect and the Mr. Hertell said he wants to pre- to the new limit. noted Ms. Walsh, pointing to the work by Ms. Gardner and commit- pated overcrowding, including the recovery of more than $50,000 in Sidewalks vent future mayors from deciding He called the plan “astonishingly use of the former Lincoln School stolen jewelry. against the placement of certain sym- ill conceived,” adding that it lacked tee members. bols due to a lack of a town policy. “all common sense.” He said it is Board member Eileen Satkin as a magnet school, establishing a Officer Bartkus, assigned to the CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 science and technology wing at Essex/Union County Auto Task Force Mayor Jardim explained he would “absurd” to characterize East Broad added, “They (the Policies Com- section to be replaced, along with the prefer that there be no religious sym- as a residential street simply because mittee) went through hours of meet- WHS or using the National Guard in 1998, was recognized for his role homeowner’s address. Town officials bols on private property. But, since it has houses along the thoroughfare. Armory in town. in the apprehension of two suspects ings to be sure they were in compli- kept a list of requests, based on the dates the Presbyterian Church replica is in He argued that it is “nearly impos- ance of practice.” During the “Good News” por- in an Irvington shooting incident. they were received. place, he does not feel the town has sible” to “consistently” travel at 25 tion of the board meeting, Ms. Life Saving Award recipients in- “Arlene has been doing a fabu- “We won’t know (exactly) how far the right to deny any other symbols. mph on most streets in the town, say- lous job. It is a massive amount of Walsh noted that the eighth grade cluded Officers Vincent Costanzo, the money will go until the work is Third Ward Councilman John J. ing he tried this and created a backup Peer Leaders of Edison and Christopher Wolfson, Robert underway because of unforeseen costs work,” concurred board member Walsh responded that “any policy we of “angry” motorists who blew their Thomas Taylor. Roosevelt Intermediate Schools Bartkus, Jr., Kevin O’Keefe and related to construction,” Mr. Marsh make (on religious symbols) is sub- horns and made physical gestures. He earned the Union County Free- Christopher Battiloro. stated. “We expect the $100,000 to The policies, which were given ject to the First Amendment of the said 35 mph is a “very reasonable” the green light for first reading, holder Achievement Award. The Officer Costanzo was recognized cover approximately 50-60 of the ap- Constitution of the United States.” limit on the roadway. program is under the leadership of for having performed cardiopulmo- plications.” He said the town cannot discriminate “I don’t think it will kill anyone to included “Identification,” “Au- thority and Powers,” “By-laws and Marie Koch. nary resuscitation in March on an The Department of Public Works in favor of or against a particular drive that speed (25 mph) but it may Ms. Walsh also stated that the individual who had stopped breath- has asked Town Council for an addi- religion. save somebody’s life,” responded First Policies,” “Adjudication and Dis- putes,” “Board Member Number recently released results of the ing until medics arrived. The victim tional $100,000 to fund next year’s “So if we are going to try to better Ward Councilman Carl A. Salisbury. fourth-grade Elementary School ultimately made a full recovery. sidewalk replacement program and that, we can’t,” he added. He said, In other business, the governing and Term,” “Board Member Quali- fications and Code of Ethics,” Proficiency Assessment revealed Officers Wolfson, Bartkus and applicants turned down this year, will given the church replica erected in body paid tribute to retiring long- that Wilson Elementary School O’Keefe were lauded for having helped automatically be reconsidered for next the park, “there is no way we can term officials, including Town Ad- “New Jersey School Board Asso- ministrator Edward A. Gottko and ciation Code of Ethics” and “Board in Westfield ranked first in the save the life of an off-duty fellow year’s program, once the money is refuse to accept the gift of the state among over 1,600 schools. officer following a motor vehicle ac- approved by the council, according to menorah.” Town Clerk Joy Vreeland. Member Election and Appoint- Mr. Marsh. “I can’t think of a more divisive Mrs. Vreeland was employed by ment.” All of Westfield’s six elementary cident last June. Officer Battiloro was the town for 39 years, the last 36 as schools earned high ranking in honored for the life-saving techniques The council is expected to adopt its debate than to talk about what the Other by-laws that were ap- 2000 municipal budget sometime this religious symbols should be,” Mr. Town Clerk. proved included: “Board Member the state. he administered in June to a choking Walsh stated. According to a proclamation read At the county level, students at victim, who fully recovered. spring. Preliminary budget discus- Orientation,” “Prospective Board sions should begin in January. Mr. Hertell responded that officials by Mayor Thomas C. Jardim, Mrs. Member Orientation,” “Board Roosevelt and Edison schools Command citations were received used to say it had no control over the Vreeland served under 11 mayors and placed fourth and 11th, respec- by Officers John Cuzzo, Steven Elvin, Member Resignation and Re- placement of newspaper vending ma- countless council members and at- moval,” “Board Member Compen- tively, among schools in the state Gregory Hobson, John Karpovich and chines in town, yet a ordinance passed tended over 1,000 council meetings on the Grade Eight Proficiency Lisa Perrotta and by Sergeant Norton sation and Expenses,” “Board this year does just that. during her tenure. Member Indemnification,” “Orga- Assessment test, which replaced and Detective Donald Fuentes. “I’m not suggesting for one minute “She has done a truly extraordinary the Early Warning Test previ- Officers Cuzzo and Elvin were ShopRite job,” said Mayor Jardim. nization Meeting,” “Board Offic- that’s it’s one (symbol) over the other. ers,” “Annual Appointments,” ously given to eighth-grade stu- cited for having apprehended a mo- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 I’ll say it again, Mr. Walsh, inclusion, Mr. Gottko is retiring from munici- dents. tor vehicle theft suspect in Septem- not exclusion,” Mr. Hertell explained. pal government after 20 years with “Annual Motions and Designa- markets’ appeal to open the store, and tions,” “Board Committees” and The performance of eleventh ber of 1998 after both were injured Mayor Jardim noted that last year the town, the last six as Administra- graders who took the High School record-keeping which took place during tor. He previously served as Town “Call, Adjournment and Cancel- when the suspect crashed his vehicle the hearing before that board, the sources he asked then-Town Attorney Charles Proficiency Test placed WHS into their police cars. H. Brandt to render an opinion on Engineer. He will remain as a con- lation.” said. The board also gave the thumbs third in the county. On the read- Officer Karpovich was honored for having the church replica on town sultant to the town until a new admin- ing section of the exam, 95.8 Mr. Fahey is appealing a decision by property, but did not specify Mr. istrator is hired. up to “Notice of Board Meetings,” Superior Court Judge Edward W. Beglin, “Quorum,” “Voting,” “Executive percent of WHS students passed, Jr. Judge Beglin ruled on October 14 that Sessions,” “Recording Board while 97.9 percent passed the the Garwood Planning Board had been Meetings,” “Duties of President mathematics portion and 98.9 Y2K Scams right in granting approval in 1995 to FEMA Will No Longer and Vice President,” “Duties of percent passed the writing sec- Village Supermarkets of Springfield to Treasurer of School Monies,” “Du- tion. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 construct a grocery store on North Av- ties of Public School Accountant,” The Westfield Board of Educa- get their Social Security check on time enue. tion will hold its first meeting of Both Mr. Fahey and William Butler, Accept Applications “Duties of Board Attorney” and and that paper money will be no good “Contracts with Independent Con- the year 2000 on Tuesday, January after January 1. He tells the senior a fellow Westfield attorney represent- 11, at 8 p.m. ing Garwood resident John Weidel, had By KIM KINTER When Hurricane Floyd passed sultants.” citizen to mail their paper money to his Specially Written for The Westfield Leader office so he can turn it into vouchers or filed lawsuits objecting to the plan for through New Jersey it pummeled nine various reasons, ranging from potential The Federal Emergency Management counties throughout the state, includ- gold and will mail it back to them. Agency (FEMA), which set up shop in In yet another scam, a phony credit traffic problems to what they argued ing Union County, where a total of was improper action by the Garwood field offices to handle requests for aid about $10 million in damage to single- card representative claims that your from Hurricane Floyd, has stopped ac- family homes and businesses oc- credit card will not work unless you Planning Board. An October trial on their lawsuits cepting applications for disaster assis- curred, according to Ben Laganga, put a special replacement strip on the tance. Director of the Union County Divi- back. In order to get the strip, you resulted in Judge Beglin’s decision that the ShopRite project could continue. December 17 was the final day for sion of Environmental Health and have to verify your credit card num- New Jersey residents and business Emergency Management. ber and personal information. With With Mr. Fahey’s appeal, however, the construction likely will be further owners to register for federal disaster Local municipalities, according to just your name, credit card number assistance. Union County’s preliminary esti- and address, the con artist can make delayed. People who have already registered Village Supermarkets, meanwhile, mates, suffered the following dam- unauthorized charges to your card. for the assistance, however, may call age: Westfield, $30,000; Scotch has not purchased the property pres- the disaster help line at (800) 525-0321 To protect yourself, the Federal ently occupied by Westfield Lumber Plains, $540,000; Fanwood, $50,000, Trade Commission and the Better to check the status of their filed applica- and Mountainside, $240,000. and Home Center. tions or to get more information. In Scotch Plains, Director of Emer- Business Bureau advise consumers Norman Sevell, the owner of Sevell to be very wary of any unsolicited FEMA has also scaled back the num- gency Management David Wormley Towing of Westfield, as well as the ber of personnel available to handle said that he had worked with several phone calls where the caller will not Westfield Lumber and Home Center prop- immediately identify the bank or in- pending applications. families who were planning to seek erty, received a judgment in his favor in Tony D’Elia, Public Information Of- aid from FEMA, but had not heard stitution they are calling from, espe- September after filing a lawsuit in July cially if they ask you to identify the ficer with FEMA who has spent the whether or not they had actually ap- claiming Village Supermarkets had last three months away from his Ocean plied or received any money. bank or institution’s name. stopped making monthly “goodwill” pay- County home in the Piscataway of- They also advise to never provide In Fanwood, Emergency Manage- ments to him as compensation for the fice, said that President Bill Clinton ment official Robert Carboy, said that personal information over the phone delay in purchasing the property. originally had given New Jersey resi- he had made FEMA forms available or online unless you are familiar with Village Supermarkets is appealing dents living in the nine counties de- to those individuals who were par- the business and you initiated the con- that decision but briefs are not expected clared disasters 60 days to file for ticularly hard hit by the storm in ei- tact. Your bank would never call and to be filed in that case until February. assistance. ther their homes or businesses. ask you for your account number over Robert Renaud, Garwood Borough About the 45th day, however, New Mr. D’Elia said that as soon as an the telephone because if someone actu- Attorney, said Mr. Fahey’s appeal Jersey Governor Christine Todd application is approved, checks are ally represents your bank, they should does not bring an automatic stay to Whitman asked for an extension, re- processed and forwarded to an indi- already have this information. the development of the property by sulting in a 90-day period in which vidual. If you suspect someone is engag- Village Supermarkets, but acknowl- affected residents could apply for the In addition to the disaster housing ing in fraudulent activities, please edged that he has not heard from the assistance, he said. grants and individual and family call the New Jersey Division of Con- company about its plans. Up until Friday, 922 cases totaling grants awarded throughout the state, sumer Affairs at (973) 504-6200 or Village Supermarkets did not return $1,603,897 in Union County had been more than $78.7 million statewide your local police department. telephone calls. approved to receive disaster housing has been approved in U.S. Small Busi- aid, Mr. D’Elia said. A total of 151 ness Administration (SBA) low-in- cases totaling $232,191 in Union terest disaster loans to individuals County had been approved to receive and businesses. individual and family grants, he Disaster housing assistance grants added. awarded statewide from FEMA was READY TO RING IN 2000…During their last Girl Scout meeting, Franklin This compares to neighboring 12,681, totaling $26,075,545, while Elementary School Daisy Troop No. 824 of Westfield made Happy New Year Somerset County, where hard-hit individual and family grants awarded crowns and gift crackers for area nursing home residents. Proudly displaying the Bound Brook and Manville are lo- were 3,173, totaling $9,032,639, Mr. crowns they made, pictured left to right, are: bottom row, Mia Ballan, Anna cated, where 2,810 disaster housing D’Elia pointed out. Margolis and Gabriella Pirrone, and top row, Emily Smith, Alex Jason and assistance grants totaling $6,998,492 Rebecca Dorward. were awarded. In Somerset County, 915 individual and family grants to- Recent taling $2,860,953 were awarded. Erratum Mr. D’Elia said that he could not Home Sales Page 8 of the December 9 issue contained an error in a press release from break down how many cases were granted in individual municipalities, the Enrichment Center. The release stated that the 17-week classes were such as Scotch Plains, Fanwood, WESTFIELD only available on Saturdays. The release should have stated that the classes Westfield and Mountainside. Rodney G. and Brenda S. Diplock are available Saturdays through Thursdays. He added that at a later date those to Jeffrey D. Luterbach and Julia We apologize for any inconvenience. statistics would be available, but that Olff, 923 Boynton Avenue, * * * * * computers and employees now were $302,500. A front-page story in last week’s edition of The Westfield Leader overloaded trying to process informa- Janet M. Scott to Joseph P. incorrectly reported that the Communications Workers of America (CWA) tion about various disasters in 19 Ossman and Judy Wong, 115 Tudor Jim Hely Local 1040, which represents clerical, non-supervisory and non-uniform states from the Virgin Islands into the Oval, $265,000. personnel, is in negotiations for a new contract with the Town of Westfield. New England states. Karen Vinacour to Frederick C. The union’s current pact does not expire until the end of next year. The “If we were to take employees off and Elizabeth J. Wasiak, 101 North story should, instead, have stated that Teamsters Local 866 is involved in their jobs to figure out individual town Cottage Place, $220,000. ongoing contract talks with Westfield. Their contract expires on Friday, See us in the Bell Atlantic Yellow Pages. totals then that would be less time Only 1 of 40 lawyers is a that they could spend processing December 31. Supreme Court Certified Trial Lawyer. checks and applications,” Mr. D’Elia www.goleader.com! That union represents members of the Engineering and Building Depart- ments, as well as hourly employees in the Department of Public Works. INJURY CASES (908) 789-9000 said. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK THE— Serving Scotch PlainsTIMES and Fanwood Since 1959 — of Scotch Plains – Fanwood

USPS 485200 Published OUR 40th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 51-99 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. Thursday, December 23, 1999 Every Thursday 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS FEMA Stops Stirling Co. to Stay Taking Bids For Assistance For Animal Control By KIM KINTER Specially Written for The Times The Federal Emergency Manage- Through January ment Agency (FEMA), which set up shop in field offices to handle re- By FRED ROSSI Some animal rights groups have quests for aid from Hurricane Floyd, Specially Written for The Times expressed their uneasiness with the has stopped accepting applications Despite continued concerns about kennel’s supposed short waiting pe- for disaster assistance. the operations of Garden State Ken- riod before stray animals in their December 17 was the final day for nels, it looks as though Scotch Plains care are euthanized. New Jersey residents and business will continue to use the Stirling- Given the difficulty in locating an owners to register for federal disaster based firm for its animal control ef- alternative, Mr. Atkins has asked for assistance. forts at least through the end of Janu- the council’s approval of a one-month People who have already regis- ary. extension of the township’s contract tered for the assistance, however, Township Manager Thomas E. with Garden State Kennels, through may call the disaster help line at Atkins told the Township Council on the end of January, which, he said, (800) 525-0321 to check the status of Tuesday night that finding alterna- would allow township officials “to their filed applications or to get more tive animal control services has, so look further” for other organizations information. far, not been fruitful. He said the to possibly handle this function. FEMA has also scaled back the township government is still looking Also at its agenda meeting, its into the allegations made against and number of personnel available to David B. Corbin for The Times final meeting of the year before the handle pending applications. SANTA’S SLEIGH RIDE…Santa and his reindeer prepare to take flight on the lawn of this home that sits on the border concerns raised about Garden State Republicans formally take control of Tony D’Elia, Public Information of Scotch Plains and Fanwood. Complete with icicle lights, wreaths and bright red bows, this home is decked for the season. Kennels, specifically its animal eu- the government on Sunday, January Officer with FEMA who has spent thanasia practices. 2, the council agreed to consider at the last three months away from his its Tuesday, January 11 meeting the Ocean County home in the renewal of the senior citizens trans- Piscataway office, said that Presi- Schedule of Meetings on Budget, Overcrowding portation agreement with Fanwood. dent Bill Clinton originally had given New Jersey residents living in the CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 nine counties declared disasters 60 days to file for assistance. Set for Public by SP-F Board of Education Times Announces About the 45th day, however, New By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN meetings for January and February. •Tuesday, January 18, Coles El- tation. Jersey Governor Christine Todd Specially Written for The Times Early Deadline Some will be dedicated to discus- ementary. Despite urging from board mem- Whitman asked for an extension, On Tuesday, a sweet chorus of • resulting in a 90-day period in which sions regarding the proposed 2000- Wednesday, January 19, Brunner ber August Ruggiero, the Superin- The deadline for submitting re- children’s voices heralded the start 2001 school budget. Others will fo- Elementary. tendent would not specify which of leases for consideration for the affected residents could apply for the of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board • Thursday, December 30, issue of assistance, he said. cus on the options being considered Monday, January 24, Terrill and the options presented in a building of Education’s final meeting for 1999. as solutions to overcrowding in dis- Park Middle Schools. option study by The Thomas Group, The Times of Scotch Plains- Up until Friday, 922 cases totaling Fifth-grade students from Coles • Fanwood is Thursday, December $1,603,897 in Union County had trict schools. Tuesday, January 25, School One a consultant hired to assess the Elementary School, accompanied by With respect to the facilities op- Elementary. district’s facilities and building ca- 23, at 5 p.m. The newspaper of- been approved to receive disaster Vocal Music teacher Suzanne • fices will be closed on Fridays, housing aid, Mr. D’Elia said. A total tions, administrators will speak di- Tuesday, February 1, McGinn pacities, were likely to make the final Barclay, treated administrators, board rectly to staff members and parents at Elementary. cut. December 24 and 31. of 151 cases totaling $232,191 in members and proud parents to a 10- • Readers are invited to submit Union County had been approved to separate meetings at each of the el- Wednesday, February 2, Ever- Resident Liz Murad asked how suggestions and ideas in the form minute concert that celebrated the ementary schools and at both middle green Elementary. much weight the results of a commu- receive individual and family grants, music of Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and of one to three sentences regard- he added. schools. The parent and staff presentations nity survey conducted during late ing the December 30 issue. This Christmas. Presentations will focus on how will follow Dr. Choye’s Thursday, October and early November to gauge This compares to neighboring “It seemed a fitting way to end the edition will be a collector’s issue the various options under consider- January 13, program on the “top residents’ awareness of issues in- blending old and new articles and Somerset County, where hard-hit year and welcome in the new year,” Bound Brook and Manville are lo- ation would impact that particular three” options being considered, dur- volving the school district’s facilities advertisements, while ushering in said Superintendent of Schools Dr. school. Attendees may ask questions ing which she will identify the pros — and other criteria — would carry the new century. cated, where 2,810 disaster housing Carol B. Choye. assistance grants totaling $6,998,492 at the conclusion of the presentation. and cons of each alternative. in the administration’s recommen- All comments and suggestions In her facilities update, the Super- Parent meetings are scheduled as Dr. Choye will address factors such dations and ultimate board decisions may be submitted to CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 intendent laid out a tight schedule of follow. All will begin at 7:30 p.m. as costs, transportation, special edu- regarding facilities usage and expan- [email protected]. cation and compliance in her presen- CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Fanwood Children Greet Santa During 25th Annual Toy Drop By SONIA V. OWCHARIW in traditional green and red colored ents for Santa Claus on their front Specially Written for The Times paper were loaded onto the trucks by lawn except for one Hunter Avenue ‘Twas the week before Christmas, Santa’s helpers, Santa checked over little girl who was still sleeping and and the weather still showed no signs the route list to see where he should probably dreaming of Santa’s ar- of snow. Dreaming of a Bing Crosby’s start first. What child is this? Which rival. “White Christmas,” Santa arrived child should Santa start with first? “I remembered Santa Claus arriv- cheerfully in Fanwood on a warm Should it be Hunter, Sarah, Zachary ing at my home for my kids. It was a sunny Saturday afternoon to eagerly or Lauren? great experience watching them ac- deliver presents to excited borough Reading his notes, which Mrs. cept presents from Santa. Now, they children for the 25th Annual Santa’s Claus e-mailed via the North Pole, he help Santa out,” Fanwood Police Special Toy Drop Off. knew that all the children had been Sergeant Howard Drew said. Santa Claus arrived earlier than good during the previous year so it The two fire engines completed the anticipated December 24th date was difficult for Santa to choose. their journey by the end of the day. At and was ready for the task at hand. However, Santa delivered all 739 this point, Santa was relieved that all With no reindeers in sight or even festive gifts to the children before it children had received their Christ- Rudolph for that matter, Santa re- became Silent Night with the assis- mas presents. As Santa checked his plied, “This is going to be a great tance from the Fanwood Police Be- pager, he was commissioned to leave time passing gifts out to these kids. Sonia V. Owchariw for The Times nevolent Association, the Fanwood Fanwood and bid farewell to his ENJOYING THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT…Santa Claus made the holiday special by working with some unique volunteers When I see their smiles, it just warms Fire Department and the Fanwood friends in Fanwood. Mrs. Claus had – The Fanwood Policemen’s Benevolent Association, Fanwood Fire Department and Fanwood Rescue Squad – during the my heart!” Rescue Squad. booked Santa to deliver toys to chil- annual Santa’s Special Toy Drop Off. While bright colored gifts wrapped The volunteers made 305 holly dren in another country. jolly delivery stops covering both the So, with a glee in his eye, and a tug north and the south side of Fanwood at his hat’s jingle-ball bell, Santa Department of Consumer Affairs Warns Residents with Fire Engine No. 6 and Engine disappeared. But, before he vanished, No. 7 leading the way with their he wished everyone a Merry Christ- bright red whistling sirens. The chil- mas and peace on earth and to all a Of Y2K Scam Artists Trying to Get Bank Numbers dren happily waited with their par- good night! By DEBORAH MADISON Many government reports indicate vices or guaranteed access to fuel or In another variation of this scam, Specially Written for The Times that a plethora of Y2K scam artists Y2K compliant shelters. the con artist tells you that the bank Editor’s Note: This is the final are taking full advantage of the un- A popular Y2K scam that has come is advising all of their customers to installment in a series on Y2K pre- certainties surrounding the change- to the attention of authorities goes withdraw all of their cash before paredness. This week’s article fo- over from ‘99 to the troublesome ‘00 like this: December 31st. cuses on scams being undertaken on event. A scam artist posing as a represen- The phony bank representative then unsuspecting consumers. According to the Y2K Advice pub- tative from your bank calls to say that tells you that he is going to mail you * * * * * lication, the best protection against your bank is not Y2K compliant. He a special hollowed-out book to hide New Jersey’s Department of Com- Y2K schemes is knowledge and vigi- asks you to verify your personal ac- your cash and valuables in until after munity Affairs, in their Y2K Advice lance. The following scams are the count information before being able the Y2K problems are resolved. Af- publication, advises consumers to be most common and easy to recognize to continue the call. ter he verifies your mailing address, aware of Y2K scams and tells how once you have been alerted. These He then informs you that in order which he looked up in the phone consumers can protect themselves scams are just as likely to crop up to forestall any potential Y2K com- book, he sends you the hollow book. from becoming victims of these new before, during or after the New Year. puter problems, such as having your When he robs your house, he knows millennium rip-offs. 1. Opportunists looking for inves- account balance wiped out, the bank exactly where the valuables are hid- tors to finance phony Y2K solutions. is transferring all customer accounts den. 2. Consultants or businesses sell- to a safe investment company ac- Another scam goes like this. Tar- ing services or software that promise count. The con artist can then use geting mainly senior citizens, a scam to fix Y2K problems, but don’t. your personal bank information, artist calls and claims to be a federal 3. Exorbitant prices for common government employee. The caller tells Sonia V. Owchariw for The Times which you gave him, to withdraw PRESENTS FOR ALL LITTLE BOYS AND GIRLS…Santa Claus greeted or unusual “survival supplies” such money from your account or make the senior citizen that they will not children in Fanwood and gave them special gifts during the 25th Annual Santa’s as bottled water, communication de- charges to your account. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Special Toy Drop Off on Saturday. Merry Christmas from Our Family To Yours

CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 12 Thursday, December 23, 1999 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION FEMA Will No Longer Take Stirling Animal Control Co. Westfield Police Earn Applications for Assistance To Remain Until January Promotions; Awards CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 were awarded. In Somerset County, age: Westfield, $30,000; Scotch Under the agreement, which runs for the phone system was installed last week, In a break with tradition Tuesday the department in October of 1980 915 individual and family grants to- Plains, $540,000; Fanwood, $50,000, duration of the calendar year, Fanwood and Mr. Atkins said that, besides a few night, members of the Westfield Po- and promoted to Sergeant in July of taling $2,860,953 were awarded. and Mountainside, $240,000. will contract with Scotch Plains to pro- minor problems, it was “working as well lice Department were honored before 1986, he has been assigned to the the Town Council and the community Mr. D’Elia said that he could not In Scotch Plains, Director of Emer- vide certain bus services for senior citi- as it could be working, given that it’s only Detective Bureau since June of last zens and pay Scotch Plains $6,733 over been in place a week.” on having received promotions and year. break down how many cases were gency Management David Wormley departmental awards reflecting dis- • Detective Sergeant John M. granted in individual municipalities, said that he had worked with several the course of next year. The mayor and members of the council Members of the council are also being will now have voice mail message capa- tinguished service. Parizeau has been promoted to Lieu- such as Scotch Plains, Fanwood, families who were planning to seek urged by the New Jersey State League of bility, which will allow residents to leave In the past, local officers have been tenant of Police and will continue in Westfield and Mountainside. aid from FEMA, but had not heard Municipalities to voice their opposition messages about issues of concern in a recognized for such achievements at the Records Bureau. The Lieutenant, He added that at a later date those whether or not they had actually ap- to a bill working its way through the State more direct manner. the annual Patrolmen’s Benevolent who has been with the department statistics would be available, but that plied or received any money. Legislature that would allow members of The council will hold its reorganiza- Association (P.B.A.) dinner. since March of 1981, has been as- computers and employees now were In Fanwood, Emergency Manage- the Police and Firemen’s Retirement Sys- tion meeting on Sunday, January 2. Re- Westfield Police Chief Anthony J. signed to the Records Bureau since overloaded trying to process infor- ment official Robert Carboy, said that tem to retire after 20 years of service and publican Councilman Martin L. Marks, Scutti remarked, however, that incor- 1985. He is responsible for all com- mation about various disasters in 19 he had made FEMA forms available receive a pension equal to 50 percent of who will be selected mayor at that time, porating the ceremony into the Town puter operations and equipment main- states from the Virgin Islands into to those individuals who were par- their final salary. said on Tuesday night that he will wait Council meeting would give mem- tenance, along with all departmental the New England states. ticularly hard hit by the storm in Mr. Atkins, noting there was “a lot of until the council’s first regular meeting bers of the governing body and the statistics and reports. “If we were to take employees off either their homes or businesses. lobby pressure in Trenton to approve this on Tuesday, January 11, to announce a public a closer opportunity to see the • Detective First Grade Nicholas their jobs to figure out individual Mr. D’Elia said that as soon as an bill,” said the legislation, if enacted, would good deal of mayoral appointments to kind of officers who serve the com- Norton has been promoted to Ser- town totals then that would be less application is approved, checks are raise a “personnel concern that the best the various township committees and munity. The ceremony drew a packed geant of Police and will be assigned time that they could spend process- processed and forwarded to an indi- and the brightest will be able to retire” boards. Town Council Chambers of friends to the Patrol Division. Sergeant ing checks and applications,” Mr. vidual. before they’re 40 years old, collect a healthy Republican Councilman William F. and family members of the officers. Norton, who began his career with D’Elia said. In addition to the disaster housing pension and start a new career. McClintock is going to be selected to “I think they deserve that kind of the department as a dispatcher, was When Hurricane Floyd passed Currently, these police and firemen can serve as Deputy Mayor on January 2, and recognition,” Chief Scutti told The appointed as a patrolman in August grants and individual and family Westfield Leader on Tuesday. through New Jersey it pummeled grants awarded throughout the state, retire after 25 years and receive pensions current Township Attorney Andrew M. of 1987. He has been assigned to the equal to 65 percent of their final compen- Baron, who was appointed at the start of • Captain Clifford Auchter, ap- Detective Bureau since 1997. nine counties throughout the state, more than $78.7 million statewide pointed to the department in February • Patrolman Edward Maguire has including Union County, where a has been approved in U.S. Small sation. Mr. Atkins called the proposal this year by the then-Democratic Council, “bad legislation,” adding that it was “not will be named Assistant Township Attor- of 1976, was promoted to his current been promoted to Sergeant of Police total of about $10 million in damage Business Administration (SBA) low- good for the taxpayers.” ney under incoming Township Attorney rank in October and has assumed the and will be assigned to the Patrol to single-family homes and busi- interest disaster loans to individuals Separately, the township’s new tele- Douglas Hansen. administrative captain’s duties for the Division effective Tuesday, February nesses occurred, according to Ben and businesses. department. 1. Sergeant Mcguire was appointed Laganga, Director of the Union Disaster housing assistance grants Captain Bernard Tracy, who previ- to the department in August of 1992. County Division of Environmental awarded statewide from FEMA was ously served in that capacity, is now He will replace Sergeant Carl Geis Health and Emergency Manage- 12,681, totaling $26,075,545, while Patrol Division Commander. In this who will retiring as of February 1. ment. individual and family grants awarded assignment, he has taken over the • Officer William Moffitt, ap- Local municipalities, according to were 3,173, totaling $9,032,639, Mr. duties of Deputy Chief John P. pointed to the department in August Union County’s preliminary esti- D’Elia pointed out. Wheatley, who will retire from the of 1990, has been assigned to the mates, suffered the following dam- department on Saturday, April 1, Detective Bureau as a plainclothes 2000. officer. Captain Auchter served in the Pa- • Officer Matthew Cassidy, ap- trol Division for six years before be- pointed to the department in January ing placed in command of the Juve- of 1990, has been assigned to the nile Bureau in 1985. Promoted to Lieu- Detective Bureau as a plainclothes tenant of Patrol in 1993, he became officer. Detective Bureau Commander in Several reassignments were also August of last year. announced. • Detective Sergeant Robert • Lieutenant Frank Brunelle, who Compton has been promoted to Lieu- joined the department in February of tenant of Police and will be assigned 1972, will be assigned to the Detec- to the Patrol Division. Appointed to tive Bureau as a Detective Lieuten- ant. Part of the Detective Bureau from 1981 to 1983, he was promoted to HOLIDAY SPIRIT…The Parent Teacher Association at McGinn Elementary Appeal Filed Lieutenant in the Patrol Division in School in Scotch Plains recently held its annual Craft Fair. During the event, October of 1989. Lieutenant Brunelle children had an opportunity to make a variety of holiday gifts for their family and friends. The fair also included a bake sale and a raffle of products and services has been the department’s firearms donated by local merchants. Displaying their creations, pictured left to right, To Decision instructor for many years. He replaces are: Kate Johnson, Annie Smith and Alyssa Straniero. Lieutenant Compton in that role. • Sergeant Andrew Gallagher will On ShopRite be assigned to the Juvenile Bureau as a Detective Sergeant. Appointed to By KIM KINTER the department in February of 1985, School Bd. Slates Meetings Specially Written for The Westfield Leader he attained the rank of Sergeant in One of the attorneys representing a 1992. local couple opposed to the construc- • Detective Second Grade David On Budget, Overcrowding tion of a large ShopRite supermarket Wayman was assigned to the Detec- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 on North Avenue in Garwood has filed tive Bureau in June of 1998 and will sion. According to Mr. DelSordi, state rep- an appeal to a recent Superior Court be assigned to the Juvenile Bureau. Board President Theresa Larkin di- resentatives will look at the way Scotch decision allowing the building of the Recipients of departmental awards rected Ms. Murad to the nine Guidelines grocery store, The Westfield Leader for the period from September 1, 1998 Plains-Fanwood schools do business has learned. for Decision Making approved by the by reviewing such information as audit through August 31, 1999 were se- board in October. The New Jersey Superior Court-Ap- lected by the joint departmental and reports, state reports, purchasing ac- pellate Division confirmed that an ap- These standards call for: long-term tivities, transportation programs and P.B.A. Local No. 90 Awards Com- solutions to enrollment growth; equity of peal was received by December 15 from mittee. budgeting. Brian Fahey, a Westfield attorney who program delivery; maintaining racial bal- They will also personally interview Medal of Merit awards were pre- represents Dr. and Mrs. Ulf Dolling of sented to Detectives Ronald Allen ance; maintaining current class sizes; board members, administrators, mem- Westfield. focusing on instructional over non-in- and James McCullough, Lieutenant bers of the community and elected mu- The case was assigned to a team in Compton and Officer Robert Bartkus. DECK THE TREE…The 1999 Senior Class Tree-Trimming Party was recently structional expenditures; allowing space nicipal officials for information. the Appellate Division, but no court held at Union Catholic High School in Scotch Plains. The annual event has for potential program improvements; ac- Detective Allen was honored for It will take nearly a year for the state dates had been set at press time. having rescued two children from a members of the class trim a tree in the cafeteria with ornaments they have made commodating special needs students and findings to be formally reported to the or decorated. This year, the students put their names on blue or silver glass balls. Mr. Fahey did not return telephone house fire last February. Lieutenant providing the flexibility to meet unfore- board. The report will provide recom- calls to The Leader. Pictured, left to right, are: Bianca Body, Tia Gee, Astrid Brown, Natasha seen needs. The board must also con- Compton and Detective McCullough Gregory and Leslie Sanchez, who also acted as the Mistress of Ceremonies. The mendations as to where operating effi- But sources told The Leader that the were cited for their investigation of a sider the tax impact of any decisions. ciency might be enhanced. appeal basically centered on three is- students also played games, sang songs, received door prizes and enjoyed a In other business, Dr. Choye reported robbery last year which culminated dinner of baked ziti with meatballs, salad and homemade ice cream sundaes. “It will provide good insights into the sues. These include a Garwood ordi- with the arrest of a suspect and the on recent “heated discussions” between way we’re doing business and how busi- nance dealing with the development of recovery of more than $50,000 in sto- members of the Garden State Coalition ness is being conducted around the state,” the property, proceedings before the len jewelry. of Schools and Education Commissioner said Mr. DelSordi. Garwood Planning Board during the Officer Bartkus, assigned to the David Hespe regarding the state’s stan- “The only cost to us,” said board mem- time the board heard Village Super- Essex/Union County Auto Task Force Help for Domestic Violence Victims dardized tests. ber Edward J. Saridaki, Jr., “is the time markets’ appeal to open the store, and in 1998, was recognized for his role in Parents and administrators have ex- taken away from individuals being inter- record-keeping which took place dur- the apprehension of two suspects in Doesn’t Take Time Off for Holidays pressed particular concern about local viewed and a little bit of space...it be- ing the hearing before that board, the an Irvington shooting incident. students’ lackluster performance in lan- hooves us to cooperate. This can be a sources said. Life Saving Award recipients in- By JANE M. KENNY guage arts on the fourth-grade Elemen- very valuable experience.” Mr. Fahey is appealing a decision by cluded Officers Vincent Costanzo, ter, please contact the county domes- Superior Court Judge Edward W. Beglin, tic violence program in your area. tary Student Proficiency Assessment Christopher Wolfson, Robert Bartkus, Domestic violence doesn’t take a (ESPA) test administered last spring. Jr. Judge Beglin ruled on October 14 Jr., Kevin O’Keefe and Christopher holiday. That’s why people are stand- Women who are not in need of a that the Garwood Planning Board had shelter’s services can receive coun- “Administrators were very upset about Battiloro. ing by 24 hours a day, seven days a the test,” confirmed Dr. Choye, “what it been right in granting approval in 1995 Officer Costanzo was recognized week during the holiday season to seling in private or group sessions. to Village Supermarkets of Springfield They can also find advice on legal means, what it doesn’t mean, how it’s Y2K Scams for having performed cardiopulmo- help women in need. validated.” to construct a grocery store on North nary resuscitation in March on an Every county in New Jersey oper- issues. Most of the county programs Avenue. offer free, legal counseling to help Overall, Dr. Choye stated, “Scores individual who had stopped breath- ates a 24-hour, domestic violence CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Both Mr. Fahey and William Butler, women understand their options and aren’t where we want them to be. If the ing until medics arrived. The victim hotline and shelters where women get their Social Security check on time a fellow Westfield attorney represent- ultimately made a full recovery. can find a safe haven for themselves the justice system. tests measure what they’re learning, then we want them to do better.” and that paper money will be no good ing Garwood resident John Weidel, had Officers Wolfson, Bartkus and and their children, as well as coun- For victims of domestic violence filed lawsuits objecting to the plan for whose legal status may be complicated She indicated that, in the future, the after January 1. He tells the senior citizen O’Keefe were lauded for having seling and support, all at no cost. to mail their paper money to his office so various reasons, ranging from potential helped save the life of an off-duty The phone numbers are usually found by immigration issues, there is a pro- state will provide more “diagnostic in- formation” that will enable districts to he can turn it into vouchers or gold and traffic problems to what they argued fellow officer following a motor ve- in the first pages of the local phone book. gram called Manavi, which is run by was improper action by the Garwood Union County, but open to anyone from use test results to enhance their curricula will mail it back to them. hicle accident last June. Officer There is also a statewide, toll-free In yet another scam, a phony credit Planning Board. Battiloro was honored for the life- domestic violence hotline: 1-(800)- New Jersey. The Manavi program may where necessary. An October trial on their lawsuits be reached at (908) 687-2662. During the meeting, Director of Infor- card representative claims that your credit saving techniques he administered in 572-SAFE (7233). Women who call card will not work unless you put a resulted in Judge Beglin’s decision that June to a choking victim, who fully this number will receive information Last year, there were more than mation Services Donald Williams re- the ShopRite project could continue. 81,000 incidents of domestic violence ported that Y2K preparations in the dis- special replacement strip on the back. In recovered. about programs in their area, as well order to get the strip, you have to verify With Mr. Fahey’s appeal, however, Command citations were received as immediate counseling. reported in New Jersey, including 62 trict have focused on the areas of “build- the construction likely will be further murders. Furthermore, children were ing, security and safety.” your credit card number and personal by Officers John Cuzzo, Steven Elvin, Because women fleeing from vio- information. With just your name, credit delayed. Gregory Hobson, John Karpovich and lence sometimes leave with little more involved or present during 36 percent Procedures are in place to facilitate a Village Supermarkets, meanwhile, of all domestic violence offenses oc- card number and address, the con artist Lisa Perrotta and by Sergeant Norton than the clothes on their backs, the smooth transition to the year 2000. Dur- can make unauthorized charges to your has not purchased the property pres- and Detective Donald Fuentes. shelters are equipped with essentials, curring last year. ing the early morning hours of Saturday, ently occupied by Westfield Lumber The victims of domestic violence card. Officers Cuzzo and Elvin were cited such as diapers, toiletries, towels, January 1, custodians will utilize a check- To protect yourself, the Federal Trade and Home Center. for having apprehended a motor ve- clothing, lunch boxes for children, often feel they are completely alone. list created by ServiceMaster Manage- Norman Sevell, the owner of Sevell It is important they realize that this Commission and the Better Business hicle theft suspect in September of baby bottles and more. ment Services Company to thoroughly Bureau advise consumers to be very wary Towing of Westfield, as well as the 1998 after both were injured when the The shelters are also happy to ac- is not the case. inspect individual buildings. Westfield Lumber and Home Center * * * * * of any unsolicited phone calls where the suspect crashed his vehicle into their cept donations to keep items like In another matter, Business Adminis- caller will not immediately identify the property, received a judgment in his police cars. these in stock. Several years ago, Editor’s Note: Jane M. Kenny is trator and Board Secretary Anthony favor in September after filing a lawsuit Commissioner of the New Jersey bank or institution they are calling from, Officer Karpovich was honored for Governor Whitman started an an- DelSordi reported that, at the district’s especially if they ask you to identify the in July claiming Village Supermarkets his role in the arrest of two burglary nual donation drive in which New Department of Community Affairs. had stopped making monthly “good- The Department of Community Af- request, a team from the state Depart- bank or institution’s name. suspects in April, while Sergeant Jersey state employees are asked to ment of the Treasury will be conducting They also advise to never provide per- will” payments to him as compensation Norton and Detective Fuentes were bring in an item for a women’s shel- fairs Division on Women provides for the delay in purchasing the property. funding that supports women’s shel- a four- to six-week, no-cost review of the sonal information over the phone or online recognized for their handling of an ter. Last year, state employees do- district’s operations. unless you are familiar with the business Village Supermarkets is appealing investigation in September of last year nated more than 8,000 such items. To ters and domestic violence programs that decision but briefs are not expected in New Jersey. It has taken several years for the dis- and you initiated the contact. Your bank which led to the arrest of a suspect in donate supplies to a women’s shel- trict to move its way to the top of the would never call and ask you for your to be filed in that case until February. a series of home and automobile bur- waiting list of participants in the state’s account number over the telephone be- Robert Renaud, Garwood Borough glaries. Local Government Budget Review Pro- cause if someone actually represents your Attorney, said Mr. Fahey’s appeal does Officer Hobson was honored for his Erratum gram. bank, they should already have this infor- not bring an automatic stay to the de- involvement in the December 1998 Page 8 of the December 9 issue contained an error in a press release from mation. velopment of the property by Village apprehension of a suspect on 29 the Enrichment Center. The release stated that the 17-week classes were If you suspect someone is engaging in Supermarkets, but acknowledged that charges of aggravated assault on a only available on Saturdays. The release should have stated that the classes Fanwood fraudulent activities, please call the New he has not heard from the company police officer and possession of a sto- are available Saturdays through Thursdays. Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs at about its plans. len car. Officer Perrotta was recog- We apologize for any inconvenience. TV-35 Schedule (973) 504-6200 or your local police de- Village Supermarkets did not return nized for her pursuit in April of an partment. telephone calls. assault suspect, who was ultimately Thursday, Dec. 23, 8:00 P.M. arrested. Holiday Show with Santa Certificates of Merit were awarded to Officers Jason Rodger, Todd Earl, Thursday, Dec. 23, 9:30 P.M. Gregory Kasko, John Ricerca and Fallen Flags Vol. II Vincent Hatala for their apprehension Saturday, Dec. 25, 8:00 P.M. in May of four suspects charged with Holiday Show with Santa possession of a stolen motor vehicle, Jim Hely criminal attempt and possession of Monday, Dec. 27, 8:00 P.M. burglary tools. Holiday Show with Santa Officers Kasko and Ricerca were Wednesday, Dec. 29, 8:00 P.M. also honored for their arrest of a sus- See us in the Bell Atlantic Yellow Pages. Multi-cultural Festival pect in April. Dispatcher Jason Carter Only 1 of 40 lawyers is a additionally received a Certificate of Supreme Court Certified Trial Lawyer. Wednesday, Dec. 29, 10:00 P.M. Merit for his handling of a call con- COP-TV INJURY CASES (908) 789-9000 cerning a burglary in progress. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 2 Thursday, December 23, 1999 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Solid Waste Plan for Disposal of Pharmaceutical Refuse in County Amended; Donald Goncalves Leaves Bd. After Three Years By PAUL J. PEYTON He noted that the firms will pay question will not be sent to the “A rate change is long overdue,” County. The east-west link would the county ticket due to the fact he Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times $18.51 per ton on the waste, a fee that Rahway incinerator, “that doesn’t he said, noting that even with the connect Plainfield to midtown Eliza- didn’t support Elizabeth Mayor J. ELIZABETH – The Union County will go towards the outstanding debt mean it’s all right to incinerate it new fee, the hospital represents “an beth, Newark International Airport Christian Bollwage on issues rang- Board of Chosen Freeholders ap- on the county’s incinerator in Rahway. over someone else’s community,” exceptional value” in the long-term and the Jersey Gardens Value ing from the privatization of the city’s proved an ordinance last Thursday to The ordinance will also enable the stated Kerri Blanchard of Rahway. care industry. MegaMall. drinking water supply to recent prop- amend the county’s Solid Waste county to monitor the disposal of this Bob Carson, also of Rahway, stated Freeholder Lewis Mingo said keep- He noted that he was bumped from erty tax increases to support city gov- Management Plan with regard to the waste. the county is “stuck” with its incin- ing the hospital financially stable ernment. disposal of non-hazardous pharma- Each of the drug companies will be erator and “we do not need to endorse continues to be a priority of the board. ceutical waste. required to contract with the UCUA the use of incineration any place else.” The board approved four more Jonathan Williams, General Coun- as part the solid waste plan amend- The Reverend Joseph R. Parrish, waivers to the county’s residency re- Prosecutor’s Office Takes Part sel for the Union County Utilities ment. Jr., Rector of St. John Episcopal Re- quirement for county employees, Authority, explained that the ordi- Mr. Williams said the firms were formed Church in Elizabeth, told the bringing the total number of waivers nance enables pharmaceutical firms concerned that if this type of waste board that the church has been the granted by the freeholders this month In Memorial Wall Dedication that generate this type of waste to were put in landfills, the garbage victim of emissions from the Essex to 14. Most of the workers are either continue to utilize incinerators of ELIZABETH — Past and present Kelleher, Vincent Canavan, James L. dump’s workers or other persons County incinerator in Newark. He county police or corrections officers. members of the Union County Tupper, Jr., William J. Cieri, Joseph their choice. Merck & Co., Inc., for would be exposed to health risks said the state Department of Envi- The board also said goodbye to instance, uses its own incinerator. Prosecutor’s Office recently joined law M. Brady, James S. Arbes, Alfonso L. associated with this type of waste. ronmental Protection has documented Freeholder Goncalves as he wrapped enforcement representatives and sur- Pisano, 3rd, Edwin H. Glassman and Other firms either dump in a state- “So by incineration, we are insur- this fact. up three years on the board. The permitted facility or at out-of-state viving family members at a ceremony Paula Lerman. ing that this waste...will be destroyed He urged the board to reject any Union County Democratic Commit- to dedicate a special “Memorial Wall” “Every single one was a highly re- sites. as it should be,” he told the board. further incineration of materials. tee endorsed Angel Estrada over Mr. The firms were concerned over honoring detectives from the office who garded detective, special in their talents Dr. Joseph Spatola, Executive Di- Reverend Parrish said regardless Goncalves as one of the three Demo- died during their service to the county. and contributions to the office and law legal and health problems that might rector of the UCUA, noted the amend- of where materials are incinerated, cratic candidates for freeholder this One by one, current and retired mem- enforcement, and loved and missed by occur should their waste be disposed ment to the solid waste plan was “your county’s residents will be year. Mr. Estrada, along with Free- bers of the office, along with Sheriff all of us,” said Mr. Manahan, who di- of at a landfill operated by the approved by the Union County Solid breathing it.” holders Linda d. Stender and Nicho- Ralph Froehlich, joined Prosecutor rected that Deputy First Assistant Pros- Hackensack Meadowlands Develop- Waste Advisory Board. The ordinance passed by a 5-1 las P. Scutari, defeated the Republi- Thomas V. Manahan in a special trib- ecutor Richard P. Rodbart work to create ment Commission (HMDC) in Francis Janusz, a Rahway council- vote, with Freeholder Donald can slate in November. ute to the officers, whose pictures were the special wall and dedication ceremony. Bergen County. man, urged the board “to take a long Goncalves as the lone dissenter. Mr. Goncalves said that among the placed on view inside the courtroom of Family members who participated In the Union County plan, all other hard look at this and consider what In other business, the board ap- board accomplishments he is must Superior Court Judge Edward W. in the tribute expressed their gratitude county-generated, non-hazardous you are doing.” He said the board proved a change in the daily rate for proud of are the establishment of a Beglin, Jr. on the first floor of the for the permanent memorial devoted to industrial waste, otherwise known as should be “listening to the little people long-term patients at Runnells Spe- county Department of Economic courthouse. their loved ones. Type 27 waste, is required to be sent of Union County” and not just a cialized Hospital in Berkeley Heights. Development, along with the efforts The pictures were later hung on a After the packed courtroom cer- to the HMDC. request from the corporate drug com- The new rate, $245 per day, is an made to create enhanced youth soc- special display wall on the third floor emony, guests of the Prosecutor’s Of- Mr. Williams said the amendment panies. increase of $20 over the previous fee. cer facilities in the county. of the Prosecutor’s Office across the fice were able to see the preserved only deals with waste produced and Several other county residents op- The hospital’s director, Joseph Sharp, He said he remains a “very strong street on Rahway Avenue in Elizabeth. memorials that are part of the display processed by the four drug compa- posed the board’s action. said the new rate represents the first proponent” of a light rail system The detectives who are permanently inside the new office headquarters on nies that operate in Union County. While the pharmaceutical waste in change since 1994 at the hospital. currently being planned for Union memorialized include Daniel J. Rahway Avenue. Women for Women Faced With Looking for New Home as ShopRite Becomes More Likely at Westfield Lumber Site on North Avenue By KIM KINTER field Lumber and Home Center and in raising awareness of the group and cases nestled against a wall of the year, the group received $25,000 and support groups, however, is not for Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times adjacent property where the Women increasing funding sources, Mrs. office. for the last two years has received women but for the children of women GARWOOD - Women for Women for Women of Union County, Inc. Spera explained. Despite the specter of having to $30,000 for each year. and men who are divorced. of Union County, Inc., the local, pri- sits. Still, with recent news that indi- find a new home, getting the funding She also was successful in finding The program “Children Helping vate organization that offers services Marilyn Spera, Executive Director cates that ShopRite may be able to to put together the new resource cen- the current North Avenue site through Children” is run by Westfield resi- to women in crisis and transition, has of Women for Women, said that the begin construction in the near future, ter together signals a step forward for received a $5,000 grant to set up a new group knew when it began renting now the group faces the real possibil- the 15-year-old group. resource center, but may not have a space in the spot from Mr. Sevell ity of having to move. The group was founded by West- permanent home to house it in. three years ago that it would not be Mrs. Spera said that the group field resident Teresa McGeary who The organization, currently located forever as Mr. Sevell was under con- wants to retain the feel of a house that decided, after seeing women’s group in a green-sided two-story structure tract with Village Supermarkets to the North Avenue building now af- in other parts of the state, that Union at 511 North Avenue in Garwood, is sell the property. fords Women for Women. She said County needed an alternative pro- on the site of the proposed, contro- While the possibility of having to that since the group moved into the gram for women going through cri- versial ShopRite grocery store. move was always in the back of the building three years ago, the new ses or transitions in their lives. Norman Sevell, owner of Sevell Tow- Board of Directors’ minds, much of visibility increased the number of The idea was to offer low-cost coun- ing of Westfield, also owns the West- the volunteers’ efforts have been spent walk-in clients and allowed the group seling, an inviting place to discuss to offer counseling and self-help problems and mostly a friendly ear to groups seven days a week at various all women in Union County. When hours of the day. the program began, there were of- She said that she and her 18 Board fices in Roselle, Plainfield and West- Kevin T. Jackson of Director members have discussed field, but because the program is the possibility of physically moving nearly 100 percent dependent on vol- the building to some undetermined unteers it was able to keep only the Counsellor at Law local property, or to share housing Westfield office open. with another group. She admitted, After 12 years with the group, Mrs. however, that the group had not got- McGeary retired three years ago and FAMILY ESTATE PLANNING ten far yet in its discussion. passed on the baton to Mrs. Spera, a William A. Burke for The Westfield Leader and The Times TRUSTS • POWER OF ATTORNEY • WILLS In the meantime, the group will Scotch Plains resident who had be- HOME SWEET HOME?...The possible construction of a ShopRite in Garwood proceed with the resource center, come active with the organization GUARDIAN DESIGNATIONS has caused Women for Women of Union County, a crisis and transition group, which was funded by a recent $5,000 about one year after it began. Under to begin looking for a new home. Westfield Foundation grant, and aim her direction, Mrs. Spera has sought to make it as portable as possible so it outside funding and tried to raise her friendship with Mr. Sevell. Pre- dent and Women for Women board Westfield (908) 232-2152 can be relocated. The resource center awareness about the group’s pro- viously the group had been at the member and past President, Susan will include sofas, book shelves and grams. mercy of local Westfield churches for Koslowsky. The program, which has new resource books and tapes for Because of Mrs. Spera’s involve- space and in some locations had only a waiting list, is open to children 5- women to borrow or to use. ment in local politics - her husband, a closet to run operations. 16 years of age and involves artwork, Mrs. Spera pointed to the meager Gabe, was a mayor in Scotch Plains Betsy Chance, Executive Director storytelling and discussion, Mrs. resource collection the group now and remains active in the local Re- of the Westfield Foundation, ex- Spera said. has during a recent interview with publican party - she knew where to plained the Foundation makes quar- Responding to the changing needs The Westfield Leader and The Times seek outside funding and has been terly grants to organizations in the of women, the group also wants to of Scotch Plains-Fanwood. About 50 successful for the last three years in area. Each application is judged on begin a series geared to adolescent books are held on two small book- getting state grant money. The first its own merit. girls. The groups will be aimed at In the case of Women for Women, providing a chance for open discus- there were board members who were sions with their peers about fears and familiar with its work and felt that concerns they have. the group had been doing “good work” Over the years the needs of women and had been serving a sizable num- have changed, Mrs. Spera said. She THE PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL ber of clients. pointed out that when the group first The group offers referral services stated it catered to older women who Piano - Keyboard - Organ - Accordion over the phone, ongoing support were making transitions in their lives, Strings - Woodwinds - Brass - Voice - Guitar - Drums groups and special single informa- but now there are many younger tional events to women, many of women who are trying to juggle many Kindermusik classes for ages 2 to 7 which are held in the Westfield Mu- responsibilities and single mothers nicipal Building, in Union County. and their children. Riverwalk Plaza It receives an average of 100 phone The continuing goal of Women for 34 Ridgedale Avenue • East Hanover 281 Main Street • Millburn (973) 428-0405 (973) 467-4688 calls a month, Mrs. Spera said. Women is to try to meet those chang- One of its most successful ongoing ing needs, Mrs. Spera said. A month of wireless for 7¢... Hmmm, that’s less than a snack. 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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 4 Thursday, December 23, 1999 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION FROM THE DESK OF GERI SAMUEL The Westfield Leader THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Scotch Plains Mayor Recalls 1999 — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood As Being Year Filled With ‘Good, Sad’ and the County of Union and the Township of Scotch Plains Member of: Member of: – MAYOR OF SCOTCH PLAINS – New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association The year 1999 is coming to a close. see a similar situation in Scotch Plains MAGIC National Newspaper Association National Newspaper Association I have been Mayor for almost 12 or surrounding communities. And now for an amazing display of Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association months, and I have thoroughly en- We have taken a strong position on verbal magic. Simply make these Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey joyed my time in this office. Many aircraft noise. As a matter of fact, minor adjustments to the word magic: P.O. Box 250 • 50 Elm Street P. O. Box 368 • 1906 Bartle Avenue events took place over the course of Governor Whitman agrees with our remove the “c” and uppercase the Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 the year. Some of them good and position and has herself written to “m” (M) and it is transformed (via Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 some of them very sad. the Federal Aviation Agency asking magic) into Magi, the origin of the POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at We lost many Township residents that they move forward to eliminate word magic. P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 this year. Among them were Coun- the noise over our community and The Magi were a priestly caste of cilman Franklin Donatelli, Officer other communities throughout the astrologers who performed feats of PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. Chris O’Neil, former Mayor Thomas state. I want to thank my colleagues magic and sorcery as early as 600 Santo Salvo, Chuck Dettmar and most in Fanwood, Westfield and Clark for B.C. In fact, it was three of these Horace R. Corbin Gail S. Corbin Paul J. Peyton recently, Norman Bendel. also taking a strong position on this PUBLISHER GENERAL MANAGER MANAGING EDITOR Magi, Melchior, Balthazar and They were all vibrant, giving mem- issue. When we all work together, we Caspar, who reportedly traveled to Suzette F. Stalker Michelle H. LePoidevin David B. Corbin bers of this community. We will be can accomplish much. ASSISTANT EDITOR ARTS and ENTERTAINMENT SPORTS Bethlehem bearing gifts for the Christ lost without them, and our hearts go I look forward to working with the child. Joanna B. Marsh Karen M. Hinds out to their families and loved ones. new Mayor in the coming year and to MARKETING DIRECTOR OFFICE MANAGER Magikos was the ancient Greek They will be sorely missed in the day- continue to serve the citizens of Scotch name for Magi and it was defined as to-day life of our community. Plains. Thank you for your support. SUBSCRIPTION PRICE “work of the Magi or simply magi- One-year – $24 • Two-year – $46 • Three-year – $66 • One-year college (September to May) – $16 We also had some very exciting things happen this year. We received * * * * * cian or sorcerer.” During its linguis- a grant for $450,000 for the revital- Editor’s Note: Geri M. Samuel will tic journey, the word magic was ization of our Downtown Central end her role as Scotch Plains Mayor on adopted by Latin (magus) and later Celebrate the Holidays as Time of Renewal Business District. We are currently January 2 during the council reorgani- the French (magique) from whom working on those exciting new plans zation when Martin L. Marks will take the English borrowed it. and by next fall the downtown should over the post. He was chosen by the For our next trick, we shall cause By Sharing With Others in Community Republicans, which have control of the the following paragraph to vanish have a very different look. We also Scotch Plains Council The December holidays represent different reli- the end of the day to do more than catch the evening received $100,000 from the Union completely. Poof! gions and cultures, but all share two common themes: news. We guess that most people would like to offer a County Pocket Parks Program. Kramer Manor Park will have a celebration and a renewal of faith. For Christians, helping hand, except that for many, there simply is not whole new look in the spring and Letters to the Editor Christmas Day recalls the birth of the man they enough hours in the day. Haven Park received a new modular believe to be the Messiah. During Hanukkah, Jews While some people have more time to contribute playground. I believe that, in total, commemorate the ancient victory of the Maccabees than others, there are ways in which all of us can help not including the Resolution of In- Give the Greatest Holiday Gift of All: over Antiochus Epiphanes and the rededication of the brighten the lives of those who may not feel there is tent for the Ashbrook property, we have received approximately $1.1 Temple at Jerusalem. Kwanzaa is a cultural festival in much to look forward to in the new millennium; who The Gift of Life Via Blood Donations million in grant money. December is our annual holiday month, transfusions also increases. tribute to the first fruits of the harvest – another may view January 1, 2000 as just another day in which There are some grant applications a time of giving and sharing our bounty But whereas the need for donated blood symbol of renewal. And all faiths rejoice in the arrival they must carry their burden. outstanding, and I hope that we will with our less fortunate brothers and sis- keeps increasing, donations keep falling. of a new year. We can spend an hour or two on a Sunday afternoon hear about them in the very near future. ters. We generously help feed the hungry As less than 5 percent of the population Capping this year’s holiday festivities will be a with a friend or relative who is confined to a hospital We had a tornado last September and provide the emergency clothing, shel- donates, supplies at blood banks, hospi- and a hurricane this September. We ter, medical and other needs for victims tals and other providers virtually run dry renewal extravaganza to ring in not just a new year bed, nursing home or rehabilitation center. Share survived Hurricane Floyd with a mini- of crashes, hurricanes, earthquakes, tor- in December. The useful life of donated and century but a new millennium as well. Celebratory coffee and conversation with – or hold the hand of — mum amount of loss and damage to nadoes and other natural disasters. But blood is 35 days. Consequently, blood unfortunately, blood donations, “The Gift donated at this time will get us through events are planned on a grand scale to usher in the year someone who is alone or going through a difficult property in the Township. Had it not of Life,” lag. the December crisis. Incidentally, blood 2000. While anxiety remains over possible “Y2K” time. Call or write a short note to someone letting been for the untiring efforts of our Blood transfusions are urgently needed donors suffer 88 percent less heart at- glitches as our automated world crosses the millennial them know they’re in your thoughts. Greet a stranger. Public Works Department, our Fire for cancer patients, individuals awaiting tacks. Department and our Police Force, we surgery, including organ transplants; ac- If you can help save a life, why not do threshold, there mostly appears to be great anticipa- Use a spare evening to gather together clothes or toys would have been in serious trouble. cident and burn victims and individuals it now? For information regarding where tion over things to come in the years ahead. no longer wanted or needed and donate them to a The Fire Department pumped out suffering from blood disorders such as and when to donate, please call The We urge our readers to observe this milestone not charitable organization. Such gestures can make all hundreds of basements during the hemophilia. Blood Center of New Jersey at (800) only as the dawn of a new historic era but as an the difference in the world, and bring a feeling of course of that weekend. All of the Also, thanks to continuous break- BLOOD-NJ or your local blood bank, the people who helped keep us out of throughs in the medical and pharmaceu- American Red Cross or your hospital. opportunity for self-renewal. At this time of the year, renewal, not only to someone in need but to you as tical fields, life expectancy keeps rising. Maurice Fenichel danger during that storm deserve our As we age, the need for possible blood we exchange cards and gifts, visit friends and make well. thanks and praise. The problem, how- Fanwood donations to help the needy. The spirit of the season, For individuals who have the time, an array of ever, has not been solved. We as a reflected in glowing lights, nostalgic carols and deco- volunteer opportunities exist in our local communities Council have sent a very strong Reso- Westfield United Fund Reaches Out rated storefronts, is a natural inspiration to reach out throughout the year. Individuals are always needed at lution to our Congressional leaders to others. hospitals and rescue squad units and to help out at urging them to move the Upper Ba- To Residents to Continue Generosity sin of the Green Brook Flood Control and are made possible by you. The holi- Peace on earth requires more than days are brightened for children, fami- However, we should take care not to let the gener- centers which feed the homeless. There are also oppor- Project forward. We do not want to good wishes. It means reaching out to all osity and caring we feel during the holidays get packed tunities through programs like Mobile Meals of West- lies and elderly by special seasonal ac- people. The holidays are a special time to tivities conducted by United Fund agen- away with the tinsel and ribbon once the warmth of the field, the Westfield and the Fanwood-Scotch Plains reach out and share our joys by bringing cies and the spirit of caring and sharing happiness to others in our community. will continue throughout the new year. season has been replaced by January’s chill. The Service Leagues and CONTACT We Care, a crisis Letters to The United Fund of Westfield is devoted holiday season may come just once a year, but indi- intervention help-line service based in Fanwood, to All Westfielders are invited to become the Editor to bringing peace and joy to everyone. part of the caring network by contribut- viduals and families struggling with poverty, illness, name just a few. These organizations, plus many The 21 member agencies of the West- ing to the United Fund Campaign. Your field United Fund provide year-round gift enables 21 community agencies to homelessness, isolation or the loss of a loved one need others, are dedicated to providing physical, mental and services and programs to Westfielders. the support and compassion of their communities all spiritual renewal every day. Health Board President meet the needs of thousands of Many programs are necessary and en- Westfielders and helps make Westfield a year long. With the debut of the year 2000 now little more than Urges Residents To riching to the quality of life during the better place in which to live and to work. holidays. Our agency clients say: The United Fund is grateful to the Of course, maintaining the sentiment we feel during a week away, we ask the members of our communities Push for Fluoridation “Thank you for helping me feed my the holidays on a year-round basis is not always easy. to reflect on these avenues of self-renewal through many Westfielders who already have I am very pleased that the Westfield hungry family.” contributed to the 1999 campaign. Those The challenges of making ends meet, raising a family sharing with others. There is truly no better way, in our Board of Health has unanimously voted “Thank you for helping my 15-year- who have not yet sent in a donation are in favor of a motion supporting the fluo- old daughter stay sober.” urged to do so today. The support of each and navigating a competitive job world are greater opinion, to experience the true spirit of this time of year “Thank you for giving my son a safe than ever for many people today, leaving scarce room or to start the new millennium. Best wishes to all for a ridation of the drinking water in West- and every Westfielder is important! field. Water fluoridation is a safe and and nurturing place to go after school, From all of us at the United Fund and for the extras. Often, it seems there is hardly time at healthy and happy holiday season! proven means of preventing cavities in while I’m still at work.” on behalf of our agencies, we thank you children and maintaining dental health “Thank you for providing my grand- and wish you a joyful and peaceful holi- in adults. mother with a hot meal every day.” day season. A List of Community New Year’s Resolutions Children with fewer cavities grow to “Thank you for helping me care for my be adults with fewer lost teeth and mother with Alzheimer’s.” Alan J. Gutterman President, healthier lives. In fact, the American “Thank you for taking me to my dialy- Board of Trustees United Fund of For a Stronger, More Vibrant Area to Live Dental Association says that people who sis treatment twice a week.” Westfield drink optimally fluoridated water will Agency services are designed for you, New Year’s resolutions are broken, modified and completion of the Green Brook Flood Control Project experience 35 percent less tooth decay ignored more often than the promises made by politi- to stop the delays so we don’t have a repeat of last over their lives. Fanwood Borough to be Commended Hundreds of scientific studies since cians. Quitting smoking, losing weight, reading more September’s flooding. the 1930’s support the safety of water books and watching less television, doing volunteer • Fight the need to talk on cell phones in our cars fluoridation. Virtually every major pub- For Support of Fanwood Library work, re-engaging in a long-ignored hobby, finding a while negotiating tricky turns, backing out of parking lic health organization endorses its use. On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I accomplished. Fluoride in water is not a foreign sub- want to commend the members of the While these improvements have been new job — these are the types of promises we, as spaces or driving through a school zone during the stance. Many people don’t realize that Fanwood Borough Council for their sup- financed in part by state grants, the op- individuals, make to ourselves at the beginning of a morning and afternoon student congestion. fluoride is naturally present in much well port of the Fanwood Memorial Library’s erations of a free library rely heavily on new year. If we’re able to keep these vows, we’re • Put our recycling at the curb the night before its water — sometimes at therapeutic lev- improvement program. The Council’s local support. Therefore, the Board of els. Also, fluoride is present in some of bi-partisan support clearly demonstrates Trustees want to recognize and thank the usually better off for it. If we don’t, the only one who scheduled pick-up, not days in advance. the soda and juices we drink. its shared understanding of the library’s Fanwood Council for their actions to really suffers is one’s self. • Find agreeable and equitable solutions to the parking How much is not known and depends value to our community. keep the library improvement program With January 1 just about a week away, how about problem in downtown Westfield, the former zoo property on the actual source of the product. Wa- With the library collection and ser- moving forward. ter fluoridation merely adjusts the natu- vices automated and free Internet access, We wish Mayor Maryanne Connelly trying something new when it comes to resolutions? in Scotch Plains, and the Dean Oil site in Fanwood. ral level of fluoride in drinking water. our patrons have faster, more in-depth the best in the future and welcome former Go ahead and make your personal promises to your- • Hire a Town Administrator in Westfield, move the Drinking properly fluoridated water access to information resources than ever Library Trustee Liaison Louis Jung as he self, and the best of luck in keeping them. And also, as Post Office in Fanwood to a better location, and figure means fluoride pills for children are not before. Come visit and you will find that begins his term as Fanwood’s new Mayor. necessary. we have expanded the number of videos, Steven A Clark, President, a community, let’s make a few resolutions that, if kept, out what, if anything, to do about that bird problem in In order for our water to be fluoridated, books on tape, and programs for children every town in this area served by Fanwood Memorial Library might just result in this area becoming an even better Scotch Plains. and adults. Improvements to the library Board of Trustees place in which to live, work and raise our kids. In • Look around and appreciate the things we have in Elizabethtown Water Company must building and grounds have also been agree. I urge everyone to contact their 2000, let’s resolve to: our towns and realize that there’s always room for local officials and ask them to support • Actually observe the posted speed limit. While improvement. the fluoridation of our water for our sake Closing of Music Staff Store Is Loss North and South Avenues may spring to mind, speed- Let’s all meet again at this time next year and report and our children’s sake. For Devoted Westfield Music Lovers ing is also a problem on a number of the area’s on whether we kept our community New Year’s reso- Drew A. Harris, DPM, MPH Member, Westfield Board of Health “I went down to the sacred store, where For years, their personal warmth and secondary roads, such as Broad Street in Scotch lutions or whether, like pie crust, they were easy to President, New Jersey Public Health I heard the music years before, but the musical expertise has made visits to the Plains and Westfield, Central Avenue, Rahway Av- make and easy to break. Association man there said the music wouldn’t play Music Staff a delight for lovers of all enue and Clark Street in Westfield, Midway Avenue …” - Don McLean, “American Pie.” kinds of music. Within a few weeks Westfield will We wish them all the best of luck in in Fanwood and Mountain Avenue in Westfield and Local Doctors Say Fluoride Decision lose some of its specialness: Rick Miller the new millennium! Mountainside. of the Music Staff will be retiring. Every- Lisa and SkyQuackenbush • Yield to pedestrians crossing the street instead of Should be Based on Scientific Data one who knows Rick, his manager Bob and Family McManigal, and the delightful “Dodie” Westfield trying our best to zip past them before they actually As stated in your recent series of articles, the However, as noted in an April 18, 1999, New York will feel the emptiness of their absence. cross the path of our car. People shouldn’t have to duck Westfield Regional Board of Health unanimously Times article on fluoridation in New Jersey, our state and run when crossing some of our local streets. In a passed a resolution recommending that the Mayor ranks among the lowest in the nation in terms of and Town Council pursue fluoridation of the town’s protecting its children with fluoridation. Although the similar vein, pedestrians shouldn’t think of themselves water supply. State Department of Health and Senior Services as invincible and should also exercise care in traversing A number of readers have called that decision into supports fluoridation of community water supplies, it busy roadways, such as the traffic circle in Westfield. question and have stated that “all available informa- has not been aggressive in the promotion of uniform • tion” should be considered before deciding whether fluoridation. Patronize more of our local merchants. For one, to fluoridate the town’s water. We would argue that This is especially of concern when one considers it saves the time involved in having to drive to a mall. only credible information that has been scientifically the varying amounts of fluoride from natural sources Second, it contributes to the sense of vibrancy that validated should be considered, and that disease in the drinking water. As you reported, the prevention and health promotion should be the prior- Elizabethtown Water Company stated at the Decem- makes our business districts the centers of our towns. ity in determining public policy. ber 6 public meeting that the water it supplies to And third, if local residents don’t support the moms- Extensive scientific reviews of the health benefits Westfield and the other 27 towns already contains and-pops and other stores in our own neighborhoods, and drawbacks of community water fluoridation have fluoride that fluctuates from 0.1 to 1.0 parts per been published by the U.S. Public Health Service, the million. who will? Many of these businesses represent the true National Research Council and the American Dental Because the fluoride level is not constant and entrepreneurial spirit of our country and deserve all of Association (ADA). consumers are not informed when the levels are our support. Interested residents can review a recent U.S. Cen- therapeutic or low, children may be receiving inap- • ters for Disease Control and Prevention summary propriate fluoride supplementation. Therefore, it Prod our local elected officials to work together report, “Achievements in Public Health, 1900-1999: would surely be better to fluoridate the water so that for the good of our towns as much as possible and to Fluoridation of Drinking Water to Prevent Dental the fluoride level is uniform and dental care providers keep partisan bickering and concerns about the next Caries,” at http://www.cdc.gov/epo/mmwr/preview/ could better care for their patients. mmwrhtml/mm4841a1.htm, as well as the ADA In conclusion, in addition to the Mayor and Town election from clouding their deliberations. Fluoridation Facts at http://www.ada.org/consumer/ Council promoting community water fluoridation, we • Allow passengers getting off commuter trains in fluoride/facts/intro.html. hope that our state legislators would pursue this at the Westfield, Scotch Plains and Fanwood to actually These reports conclude that community water fluo- state level. step onto the platform before we push our way onto ridation is safe and effective at the levels recom- Lawrence D. Budnick, MD, MPH mended by the Public Health Service (0.7 to 1.2 parts Karen Altszuler, DDS the train. per million) and there has been no evidence of Gwen O. Brachman,MD, MPH • Push those recalcitrant towns that are holding up harmful effects, after decades of use. Westfield CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, December 23, 1999 Page 5 State Legislation Would Set Limit At 3 Yrs. Mountainside Council Approves Ordinance For Collection of Parking Ticket Penalties Covering Stalls at New Borough Parking Lot By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL month. senior pass will increase from $55 to Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times It was noted that if an application $58 per season. For non-residents, By PAUL J. PEYTON the bill. Currently, the fine is $500. If a driver pays by mail, they will be MOUNTAINSIDE — An ordi- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times The bill also has been amended to entitled to a copy of the receipt if they did come at any time for a the fee will increase from $310 to WESTFIELD — Warren Victor, a nance regulating parking spaces in a Mountainside resident to use a space, $325 for a family, $120 to $155 for a specify that a municipal court would send a self-addressed stamped enve- new borough lot on the northeast long-time Westfield resident, decided not give notice to the Division of lope. then the non-resident would be single membership and $115 to $120 corner of Route 22, West, across from bumped from his or her space at the for a senior. that if you can’t beat City Hall, get Motor Vehicles until a person has This provision to drop all com- Trenton on your side. Borough Hall was passed Tuesday end of any given month. Finally, an ordinance authorizing failed to respond to appear in court plaints upon receipt of payment or evening by the Mountainside Coun- Two years ago Mr. Victor was Last week, Borough Attorney John the position of a temporary Munici- on three separate parking cases or proof of payment, according to the cil. shocked to find a bill for $169 in his Post revealed that if any resident pal Judge was passed upon second has failed to respond on three sepa- legislation, was aimed at those towns Mayor Robert F. Viglianti and the wanted a space on a month-to-month reading. Mayor Viglianti explained mailbox from the City of Perth rate parking tickets. that have refused to acknowledge Borough Council discussed the par- Amboy. The bill was the result of basis, then such an arrangement could that the borough needed a judge for Ms. Malool stated that Assembly- receipt of documents presented by ticulars of the ordinance last Tuesday also be worked out. In addition, it Night Court. what the city said was an unpaid woman Joan Quigley (D-32nd), the motorists to signify they had paid the during their agenda setting meeting. parking ticket from the late 1980s. was noted that more than one person The Mayor ended the meeting with bill’s co-sponsor and original spon- fines assessed against them. Borough officials had decided the living at a residence could apply for a holiday wish for all of the borough’s From court processing costs, fines sor, made the amendments to the bill. Mr. Victor was able to backup his 42 stalls allotted for commuter park- and interest, the ticket had bal- a space. residents, employees and volunteers, In order to delete the language on claim that he had paid his ticket ing would be done so on a first-come, The governing body decided that stating, “I want to wish everyone a looned over the years. Interesting either of the amendments, the bill through a canceled check he found first-served basis if the resident de- enough, Mr. Victor had never been the spaces would be available to per- healthy and happy New Year.” would have to be reintroduced in the in his records. While the city had mand for spaces totaled 42 or less. If mit holders from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., The governing body’s next meet- notified about the so-called over- next Legislative Session. cashed the check, it had evidently more than 42 spaces are applied for, due ticket before receiving a bill Monday through Friday, and that ing will be held on Tuesday, January Mr. Victor credits Assemblyman failed to record the transaction in its then the council decided a lottery permits were not valid on Saturdays 4, at 8 p.m., at which time the Mayor from the city. Augustine who he said was “ex- records. would be conducted. and Sundays. and Councilmen Keith Turner and Following his experience, Mr. Vic- tremely pro active in gathering sup- If the Governor signs the bill, it The Mayor and council stated that In other business, an ordinance Paul Mirabelli will all be sworn in to tor did his own research and found a port for the bill and shepherding it will become effectively immediately. the cost for parking would be $90 per was passed on first reading regard- new terms. Mayor Viglianti has number of people who had similar through the legislative process.” Mr. Augustine is also the sponsor quarter and that applications for the ing fees for the Mountainside Pool. It served the borough as Mountainside’s experiences. In one case he found a Mr. Augustine said his legislation of A-940, a bill that would activate spaces had to be filled out by Tues- was noted that the Recreation Com- highest elected official since 1987. priest who received a fine amounting follows a October 1997 state Supe- driver’s license suspensions 15 days day, February 1, 2000. mittee had recently met to discuss the This will be his fourth consecutive to $600 for an unpaid ticket. rior Court decision several years ago from the date the notice is sent to the Governing body members decided 3 percent rate increases for the sum- term. Mr. Victor took the issue to his that dismissed 454,000 outstanding driver. The legislation is aimed at that if the applications do not reach mer 2000 season. Councilman Turner has served the Assemblyman, Alan M. Augustine parking tickets that dated back three eliminating the additional fines mo- 42 inquiries by Tuesday, February For a resident family, the rate will borough for two terms, while Coun- of Scotch Plains, who ran with it. or more years. That decision became torists face for driving with suspended 15, then parking would be available increase from $190 to $195 for the cilman Mirabelli, first elected in That process has taken two years. effective February 1998. licenses of which they have yet to be for non-residents on a first-come, season, while a resident single pass 1996, begins his freshman term on The legislation, A-1572, is await- He said the legislation amounts to notified. first-served monthly basis of $40 per will rise from $95 to $98. A resident the governing body in the year 2000. ing concurrence in the State Assem- “just a matter of fundamental fair- bly from changes made by the Senate ness” with regard to collection of • MIND READING • STORY TELLING • TOWN MURAL • of the original version of the bill. If parking fines. Mr. Augustine said he the Assembly approves Senate believes towns such as Westfield and M amendments, Governor Christine Scotch Plains, are more organized in Todd Whitman is expected to sign collecting fines and thus will see the legislation before adjournment of little impact from the new law. USIC the current session of the Legisla- In discussing the issue, he said in ture, which ends in mid-January. some cases motorists did not dis- The legislation would implement cover they had an unpaid ticket until a three-year statute of limitations on being stopped by police for some INALE municipalities in the collection of other driving infraction. At this point, • D unpaid parking tickets. Currently, they were notified that either a bench Friday, these tickets, along with such felo- warrant had been issued for their nies as murder and rape, are among arrest or that their driver’s license the only crimes in New Jersey whereby had been suspended. such a statute does not presently ex- In these cases, their cars were im- ist. pounded and towed at the owner’s Dec. 31 Nancy Malool, Chief Legislative expense. F Aide for Assemblyman Augustine, In terms of the issuance of a court noted that the only outstanding tick- receipt upon payment of a ticket, the ets that would die after three years legislation required submittal of a are those in which municipal courts 1999 receipt, either manually or computer have failed to take any action. A generated, that is pre-numbered and ticket, Ms. Malool explained, would includes the name and signature of remain active if a bench warrant has the person who received the pay- RAND been issued or if the defendant’s li- ment, the date and time the payment 7pm–1am cense has been suspended. was received, the name or code of the If the driver can document to the person that took the payment, the court that they had paid the parking date and time payment was made and ticket, they would be subject to a a statement that the fine has been $100 fine for driving on the sus- paid in full along with complaint or pended list as per an amendment in court docket number.

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MR. AND MRS. DANIEL WRIGHT Miss Leigh Stokes and Kyle Hopkins (She is the former Miss Michelle Edison) Miss Michelle Edison Miss Leigh Stokes Marries Daniel Wright To Wed Kyle Hopkins Mr. and Mrs. John Stokes of Project Manager for Beacon Associ- Miss Michelle Edison, the daugh- from Boston University. She is em- Waitsfield, Vt. have announced the ates, a market research firm in ter of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Edison of ployed as a high school English MR. AND MRS. DANIEL FUCHS engagement of their daughter,Miss. Waitsfield. Highland Park, Ill., was married on teacher at Glenbrook South High (She is the former Miss Jennifer Hughes Horner) Leigh Stokes, to Kyle Hopkins. He is Her fiancé is a graduate of Hobart Saturday, December 19, 1998, to School in Glenview, Ill. the son of Mr. and Mrs. David College in Geneva, N.Y. and is the Daniel Wright. He is the son of Mr. A graduate of Westfield High Hopkins of Penn Yan, N.Y. strength and conditioning coordina- and Mrs. Joseph Wright of Westfield. School and Northwestern University The bride-elect graduated from tor and alpine coach for the men’s The ceremony and reception took in Evanston, Ill., the bridegroom is Miss Jennifer Hughes Horner the University of Vermont at development program for the United place at the Hotel Intercontinental in employed by Andersen Consulting Burlington and is employed as States Ski Team. Chicago, with the bride given in in Illinois. The couple plan to be married in marriage by her parents. Rabbi Harold The rehearsal dinner was hosted Is Bride of Daniel Fuchs September of next year. Kudan officiated at the nuptials. by the parents of the bridegroom at Koslowskys Mrs. Lauren Rabin of Highland Topo Gigio Restaurant in Chicago. Miss Jennifer Hughes Horner, the Mass. served as the best man. The Park, the sister of the bride, was the Following a wedding trip to South daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur groomsmen were David McGilvray Welcome Westfield Garden Club matron of honor. The bridal atten- Beach in Miami, Fla. and St. Lucia, Hughes Horner of Westfield and Cape of Wilmington, Mass., Jeff Woo of dants included Ms. Kim Kramer, Mrs. the couple reside in Glenview, Ill. May, was married on Saturday, May Revere, Mass. and Paul Marquis of Sophie Taylor Receives Top Award Michelle Williams, Ms. Linda Cahn 1, to Daniel Fuchs of Somerville, Boston. Amy and Jay Koslowsky of New WESTFIELD — Members of the and Ms. Karen Mufson, all of Chi- Daughter, Grace, Mass. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Miss Summer Thomas and Ryan York City, formerly of Westfield, have Garden Club of New Jersey (GCNJ), cago; Mrs. Devra Doman of Michael Fuchs of Burlington, Mass. Thomas of North Plainfield, the niece announced the birth of their daugh- including the Westfield Garden Club, Northbrook, Ill., Mrs. Barbara The afternoon ceremony took place and nephew of the bride, were the ter, Sophie Taylor Koslowsky, on recently received 12 top awards for the Picchietti of Highland Park, Mrs. Welcomed at The Presbyterian Church in West- flower girl and ring bearer, respec- Saturday, November 13, at 3:01 p.m. National Council of State Garden Clubs’ Andrea Poffenberger of Wheeling, field with the Reverend Christina tively. Central Atlantic Region (CAR). Seven at New York Hospital. states are included in the CAR. W. Va., Mrs. Janie Baig of New York ByCampbells McCormick officiating. A reception Mrs. Jennifer Caughron of An- Sophie weighed 6 pounds and 1 Mr. and Mrs. Seamus Campbell of The Westfield club won the first place and Ms. Tracey Wright of Lexing- was held at The Olde Mill Inn in napolis, Md. read a Scripture pas- ounce and measured 20 inches in Publicity Press Book Award in the large ton, Mass., formerly of Westfield, the Sparta have announced the birth of Basking Ridge. sage during the ceremony. length at birth. their daughter, Grace Mary Campbell, club category. sister of the bridegroom. Escorted down the aisle by her A graduate of Westfield High The baby’s maternal grandparents Winners were announced during the David Good of Millburn, formerly on Saturday, October 23, at 5:15 a.m. at are Lois and Charles Schwartz of Saint Barnabas Medical Center in father, the bride wore an ivory Italian School, the bride was awarded a Bach- Fall Conference and Presidents’ Day of of Westfield, was the best man. Serv- Satin Galena gown with Alençon elor of Arts Degree from the Univer- Staten Island. the Garden Club of New Jersey, held on ing as ushers were former Westfield Livingston. Grace weighed 7 pounds and 14 lace beaded with seed and rice pearls sity of Delaware in Newark. She is Her paternal grandparents are Su- November 3 at the Princeton Marriott residents Paul Maurer of Chicago ounces and measured 20¾ inches in and a chapel-length train. It was employed as a Human Resources san and Seymour Koslowsky of West- at Forrestal Village. Deen Day Smith, and Brian Bernstein of Lexington, length at birth. complemented by a fingertip-length Contractor with BeneTemps, Inc. in field. President of the National Council of Mass., the brother-in-law of the bride- The mother is the former Miss Mary ivory tulle veil. She carried a bouquet Salem, N. H. Her paternal great-grandmother is State Garden Clubs, was the honored groom; Keith Rabin of Highland Park, Alice Kelly, a 1989 graduate of West- of white, cream and soft pink roses The bridegroom, who graduated Helen Walkes of Clark. guest for the occasion.. the brother-in-law of the bride, and field High School. Kyle Tomson of Portland, Ore. and tulips. from Brookline High School, earned Grace’s maternal grandparents are Mr. Mrs. Christy Thomas of North his Bachelor of Science Degree from A Highland Park High School and Mrs. William J. Kelly of Westfield. Christina Liebrich Joins alumna, the bride received her un- Her paternal grandparents are Mr. Plainfield and Mrs. Melissa Riley of Tufts University in Medford, Mass. dergraduate degree from Indiana and Mrs. Edmund Campbell of Culver Dublin, Calif., the sisters of the bride, He is employed as a Senior Program- University and her master’s degree Lake, Branchville. served as matrons of honor. The bridal mer for Partners HealthCare System National Service Program attendants included Miss Sandy Diehl in Brookline. of Wilmington, N.C. and Miss The rehearsal dinner was hosted WESTFIELD – Christina Liebrich, N.C., collected and distributed donated Veronika Fuchs of Burlington, Mass. by the parents of the bridegroom at originally from Westfield, is devoting 10 goods to families in Nashville, Tenn. months to the AmeriCorps National Ci- and tutored children in Charleston. Each wore a full-length periwinkle the Paprika Grille in Westfield. vilian Community Corps (NCCC), a na- Members have also blazed numer- gown and carried a bouquet of multi- Following a wedding trip to the tional service program created to improve ous hiking trails and restored the natu- colored tulips. Greek Isles, the couple reside in The Latest Trends From Trained Professionals the environment, enhance education, in- ral habitats of state parks and forests Christopher Pitts of Somerville, Somerville, Mass. crease public safety, address human needs throughout the southeast. and assist with disaster relief. Prior to joining the AmeriCorps The Lemon Tree Ms. Liebrich, assigned to the South- NCCC, Ms. Liebrich attended West- IfIf youyou cancan drdreameam it,it, wewe cancan dodo it!it! east campus in Charleston, S.C., has field High School and the University of staff wishes all our patrons joined hundreds of other AmeriCorps Maryland. ComeCome inin todaytoday andand letlet ourour designdesign NCCC members stationed at five cam- NCCC members, all 18 to 24 years Happy Holidays and many thanks puses around the country. old, must complete at least 1,700 hours AmeriCorps NCCC members receive of service during the program. 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Wagon Club of Westfield marked its Wagon Club.” tered at 511 North Avenue in This group will examine ways of 40th anniversary with a dinner cel- A non-profit organization, the club Garwood, has announced that self- actualizing better direction and life ebration November 18 at the serves residents of Westfield and sur- actualization and self-help groups focus. Chanticler Chateau in Warren. rounding communities including are planned for February. Besides the new offerings, several The club was established in No- Clark, Scotch Plains, Fanwood, Led by trained facilitators, these established groups will also return, vember of 1959 to introduce women, Garwood, Cranford and groups will address social, emotional, including “Building Self Esteem,” couples and their families who were Mountainside. peer, financial and legal issues af- “Separation end Divorce,” “Emo- new to Westfield to the community. It For more information about club fecting women in the community and tional Eating,” “Women’s Investment has enabled members to meet their membership, please call Lori Ridings their children. Group,” “Scrapbooking” and “Chil- neighbors, form play groups, social- at (908) 301-1494 or Susan “Meditation and Guided Imagery” dren Helping Children,” a peer sup- ize, make fiends and learn about the Kowalenko at (908) 518-0510. In- will be facilitated by Betsy Zipkin, port group for children ages 5 to 16 Westfield area through a variety of formation is also available at based on her “Course of Miracles” who are impacted by family break- daytime and evening activities. www.westfieldnj.com/welcome. spiritual psychotherapy. The group ups and other challenging circum- Some of the club’s monthly activi- will explore techniques to improve stances. ties include book discussions, monthly dinner meetings, seasonal Joanna Richardson relaxation and well-being. For more information about groups crafts, walking groups, couples’ ca- Receives Recognition “Teen Peer Focus,” led by licensed and other services offered by Women sual dinners, group trips and com- guidance counselor Pat Gilhaus, will for Women, please call (908) 232- munity service. At Blair Academy aim to create a positive teen-peer 5787. Current and former members, WESTFIELD — Joanna atmosphere in which to address is- Groups and topics offered in Janu- along with past presidents, attended Richardson, the daughter of Philip sues concerning the transition into ary will be finalized according to the anniversary dinner. Jenny Cline, Richardson and Diana Edkins of adulthood. community response. Newsletters a flutist and former club member, Westfield, has been named to the “Ladies Nite Out” will feature a will be forwarded to anyone request- provided music during the cocktail Commended List at Blair Academy variety of social activities for women. ing them. hour. Also in attendance was Cynthia in Blairstown. “Bridge for Beginners” will help Women for Women, a non-profit Schofield, one of the club’s founding She achieved this honor by main- novice players learn the game. agency and a United Way member, members and a current club advisor. taining a minimum 4.5 average on a Dorothy VanDyke, Director of offers short-term, low-cost individual GEARING UP FOR WINTER…Franklin Elementary School second grade She stated that she has “watched 6.0 scale in her courses for the fall Counseling for Women for Women, counseling and legal referral services, Brownie Troop No. 613 of Westfield recently organized the Mitten Tree the club flourish for the entire 40 term at the independent secondary will facilitate “Gaining Life Direc- as well as self-help support groups Collection at their school. Thanks to the generosity of Franklin students and years and is looking forward to the school. tion,” using discussion and video- for women and children. their families, 112 pairs of mittens, gloves, socks, hats and scarves were collected and distributed by the Girl Scouts to people in need throughout Union County. Troop members, pictured left to right, are: bottom row, Leah Geoghegan, Corinne Parsloe, Danielle Cofone and Lindsay Roussin; middle row, Sarah Westfield Y to Host Programs Aleksandravicius, Sarah Nelson, Olivia Magnanini and Meredith Smith, and top row, Kyla Grodzka and Bridget Gallagher. Hannah Gelb and Jordan On Health Issues in January Graham, not pictured, also participated. WESTFIELD — The Westfield Y, sic members. located at 220 Clark Street in West- The Westfield Y is handicapped Nature Club to Meet Jan. 4 field, will offer two programs deal- accessible. For more information, ing with health issues beginning in please call Karen F. Simon at (908) For Wildflower Program January. 233-2700. An eight-week workshop on exer- A lecture on nutrition, entitled “It’s MOUNTAINSIDE — The Greater carpet the woods in that part of the cise for people with osteoporosis and Your Body,” will be held on Monday, Watchung Nature Club will meet on country. Guests are always invited to preventing falls will begin on Tues- January 17, at 7 p.m. Tuesday, January 4, at 8 p.m. in the meetings and other club events. day, January 4. This 45-minute class Participants will have an opportu- Courthouse of the Mountainside Mu- On Sunday, January 2, the Nature will be held twice a week on Tues- nity to discuss health and nutrition nicipal Building, located on the cor- Club will participate in the 100th days and Thursdays from 9:30 to issues of concern to women. They ner of Route 22, East, and New Provi- Christmas Count conducted by the dence Road. The Courthouse is the National Audubon Society each year, 10:15 a.m. will learn facts and myths about fats, second building and may be reached surveying bird life all across North The workshop, appropriate for both cholesterol, calcium, sugar, carbohy- by entering right from New Provi- America. The area covered that day men and women, is designed to reduce drates, popular diets and why Ameri- dence Road. will be the Raritan Estuary. the risk of falling and to improve func- cans eating “right” are gaining weight HAPPY ANNIVERSARY...Past presidents of the Welcome Wagon Club of Holly Hoffman, Director of the The Greater Watchung Club has Westfield, along with its current President, celebrate the club’s 40th anniver- tional mobility. Participants will learn and experiencing an epidemic of Trailside Museum and Science Cen- participated in this count as volun- sary at a recent dinner at the Chanticler Chateau in Warren. Pictured, left to exercises to improve balance, strength, chronic ailments. ter in Mountainside, will present a teers since 1962. Teams will assemble right, are: back row, Diann Gropp-Roth, Lillian Louie, Barbara Star, Rosalie joint mobility and coordination. Attendees will be invited to ask program entitled “Spring Wildflower at the Dutchess Diner in Metuchen at Balog, Mary Kay Danskin, Lisa Cerra, Jane Costello, Lauren Koppel and Comfortable clothing and sturdy questions about nutrition, health is- Pilgrimage to the Great Smoky Moun- 6:30 a.m. For further information, Angela Darchi, and bottom row, Jennifer Foley, Lisa Attanasio, Cynthia shoes must be worn. A doctor’s re- sues and vitamins during an open tains.” please call Tom Gillen at (732) 525- Schofield, and Ruth Maloney. lease form provided by the Y is re- discussion. Ms. Hoffman’s presentation will 8359; Walt Blenderman at (908) 757- quired before starting this class. The The lecture is free and open to the highlight the unusual triliums and 7754 or Dana Knowlton at (908) fee for this program is $40 for Gold public. To register, please call (908) dozens of species of blooms which 755-9294. and Silver members and $80 for Ba- 233-2700. Westfield Old Guard Presents Fanwood Presbyterian Church Program Topics for January Senior Pastor - The Reverend Robert T. Snell WESTFIELD — The Old Guard at 220 Clark Street in Westfield. One of Westfield, an organization that of 22 chapters in New Jersey, the Old Martine & LaGrande Avenues, Fanwood provides activities, programs and fel- Guard of Westfield also serves Scotch (908) 889-8891 lowship for retired and semi-retired Plains, Fanwood, Mountainside, men, has announced its programs for Cranford, Clark, Roselle, Roselle Thursdays in January. They are as Park, Kenilworth, Springfield, Invitation to Public follows: Garwood and Rahway. Sunday Worship at 10:00 a.m. • January 6 — General Financial Weekly meetings feature guest Status, with Christopher Veal of Met- speakers, films and other programs ropolitan Life. in addition to committee updates. CHRISTMAS EVE • January 13 – Annuals, with There are also regular group activi- Julius Stang, Master Gardener. ties such as golf, bowling, bridge, 5:00 pm - Family Service of Worship • January 20 — Mutual Funds, day trips, luncheons, ladies events, 10:40 pm - Special pre-service music with Carol Konicki, Financial Man- the Merrymen (a chorus group that 11:00 pm - Traditional Candlelight Worship & Communion ager. performs regularly at charity func- • January 27 – Composting, with tions, public gatherings and formal Walter Pommnitz, Master Gardener. concerts) and shuffleboard. The Old Guard of Westfield, orga- For more information, please call nized in 1933, meets every Thursday Robert Broadwell at (908) 232- Redeemer Lutheran at 10 a.m. at the Westfield Y, located 5150. A Christmas Classic Celebration Church & School Clark at Cowperthwaite (across from Roosevelt School) Annual Christmas Eve Westfield Candlelight Service Friday, December 24th at 7:45 pm Cordially invites our friends and neighbors ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ to join us in celebrating the birth of Light The Night Jesus Christ Millennium Watch Night Service Friday, December 31st at 11:00 pm Christmas Eve 6:00 p.m. Family Holy Communion Scotch Plains Baptist Church 10:40 p.m. Carol Sing 11:00 p.m. Candlelight Communion 333 Park Avenue • Scotch Plains • 322-5487 Christmas Day – 10:00 a.m. Worship

THE Celebrate Christmas at PRESBYTERIAN First Congregational Church 125 Elmer Street, Westfield CHURCH IN (Member, United Church of Christ) WESTFIELD 140 Mountain Avenue Christmas Eve Westfield, NJ Friday, December 24 (908) 233-0301 4 p.m. – Spontaneous Pageant for families with young children CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES 6 p.m. – Christmas Pageant Presented by the Church School Friday, December 24 11 p.m. – Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols 5pm Christmas Family Service and Pageant 8pm Candlelight Communion, with Sunday, December 26, 10 a.m. organ and choir Worship Service and One-room Schoolhouse 11pm Candlelight Communion, with Visitors are always welcome! organ and Noel choir For further information please call (908) 233-2494 or visit our Web site at www.westfieldnj.com/fcc Rev. Dr. William Ross Forbes, Senior Pastor James A. Simms, Director of Music Rev. Christina McCormick, Associate Pastor Annette White, Organist Dr. Christopher Atwood Dr. Barbara Thomson Rev. Pamela Gilchrist Rev. Victoria Ney, Associate Pastor Wendy Thode, Asso. Christian Education Senior Minister Music Director Ministerial Associate CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 8 Thursday, December 23, 1999 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Concepts &Thought

Principal, Dr. Petix Elected To Serve on Bd. of Directors WESTFIELD – The National Merit Scholarship Corporation has announced that Dr. Robert G. Petix, Principal of Westfield High School, has been elected to a three-year membership on the corporation’s Board of Directors. As a member of the board, Dr. Petix’s SPECIAL CITIZENS…Holy Trinity Interparochial School in Westfield be- responsibilities will include reviewing stowed its Citizenship Award for the First Marking Period of the school year. the National Merit Scholarship Winners were selected from each class in grades 1-8. Pictured, left to right, are: Corporation’s Annual Financial Report first row, Kristen DeLorenzo, Richard Abary, Emmet Gregory, Matthew Mullman, Kristy McMahon and Trevor McPherson; second row, Christina as well as policies governing the Na- Ventura, Jeffrey Harris, Jessica Mondon, Alexandra Thek, Elizabeth Cronin tional Merit and the National Achieve- and Anthony Alvernes; third row, Laura Hahn, Michael Serzan, Kyle McPherson, ment programs, the two major scholar- Jeana Greco and Sara Fennik. Not pictured, are: Frederick Carey and Elizabeth ships which the corporation sponsors Traflet. annually. Prior to his election to the Board of LIGHTING THE WAY…McKinley Elementary School Principal Chic Hansen Directors, Dr. Petix has been a member Dr. Robert G. Petix accepted a check for UNICEF from Bill Metz, Vice President of the Town Bank Holy Trinity School Posts of the corporation’s Advisory Council graduate scholarships. of Westfield. The bank has been a partner in community service with the since 1996. During that time, Dr. Petix Each year, over 15,000 high school children at McKinley School for the past two years. Pictured, left to right, are: served as a liaison between the corpora- Mary Dailey, UNICEF Chair; Cara Martone, Mr. Hansen, Nicholas Kapur and students compete for scholarships in the Mr. Metz. First Period Honor Roll tion and high schools and participated in annual program. Four Westfield High the process for developing procedural School seniors recently qualified as semi- WESTFIELD — Dorothy Szot, Prin- tina Froelich and Matthew Kiebus of guidelines for the corporation’s annual finalists in the 1999-2000 program. cipal of Holy Trinity Interparochial the seventh grade and James Livolsi, scholarship competitions. McKinley Pupils Give Light School, has announced the honor roll Lisa Rauch and Gregory Solimo of “Having the opportunity to work with for the first marking period of the school the sixth grade. our nation’s corporate and educational Seton Hall School Posts year. leaders to provide scholarships for Trimester Honor Roll Through Charity Programs To make Principal’s List, a student Frank Juardo Deployed America’s most academically talented WESTFIELD – Seton Hall Prepa- WESTFIELD – McKinley Elemen- an extra lunch to school one day per must have earned all “A’s.” First Hon- students is an experience which I’m look- tary School students have been partici- week to feed the hungry. ors are given to students with an “A” To Okinawa, Japan ing forward to,” commented Dr. Petix. ratory School in West Orange has announced the Westfield residents pating in a special charity activity, The The Early Act Board, staffed by stu- average and Second Honors are earned SCOTCH PLAINS – Marine Lance “My association with the National Early Act Community Service Program, dents, approved the project and so far, by pupils with a “B” average. Corporal Frank Juardo, the son of Mr. Merit Scholarship Corporation has been who have qualified for its First Tri- Named to the Principal’s List were: mester Honor Roll. during the holiday season. students have contributed over 200 and Mrs. Manfredo Juardo of Scotch professionally rewarding for me, one that Funded by a grant from the Rotary lunches in five weeks to feed the poor at Colette Moryan, Eadaoin Quinn and Plains, will spend the holiday season I’m looking forward to continuing in my Sean O’Neill, ninth grader, earned Matthew Smith, all of the eighth grade; First Honors; 12th grader Edward Club of Westfield, the program is run by St. Joseph’s Soup Kitchen. deployed to Okinawa, Japan, with First new position as a member of its Board of students to aid the less fortunate in Lunches are collected each Wednes- Matthew Colon, Jeana Greco and Battalion, Second Marines, home-based Directors,” he stated. Smith received First Honors; Will- Cheryl Ritter, all of the seventh grade; th Westfield, and communities nationwide. day and delivered to St. Joseph’s by at Camp Lejeune, N.C. The National Merit Scholarship Pro- iam Davidson, an 11 grader, earned Erin Crawford, Margot Hanson and Second Honors. Projects are created and implemented by Jordan’s mother, Nicola Sharif. Mr. Juardo is working abroad to pre- gram, established in 1955 by the non- students and supported by adults. Fifth grade pupils Brian Checchio Joann Mathew, all of the sixth grade. serve peace as part of the United States’ profit National Merit Scholarship Cor- Commendation was received by First Honors were given to Brendan th th Fourth-grade student Jordan Sharif and Mark Boyd decided to start a drive forward defense forces. poration, is an annual academic compe- 10 grader John Murch and 11 Egan, Jennie Mathew and Elizabeth Units based in the United States travel grader Brian O’Neill. thought it would be a good idea to bring to collect warm blankets for the needy. tition for recognition and college under- The idea was approved and the school Traflet, all of eighth grade; Allison to Okinawa for six months to train as sponsored a collection of blankets, Cascone, Annmarie Granstrand, part of the Unit Deployment Program. sleeping bags and comforters. Brian Serzan and Sarah Zukowski, From Okinawa, they can deploy to main- Sue Checchio will assist Brian and all of the seventh grade; and Patrick land Japan, Korea and other Pacific Mark in delivering the items to the Duffy, Grant Moryan, Jennifer countries. homeless. Mullman, Michael Serzan, Brendan Mr. Juardo graduated from Scotch The annual UNICEF drive to assist Smith and Mary Catherine Plains-Fanwood High School in 1997. children around the world was also Sumanski, all of the sixth grade. He joined the Marine Corps in June successful. McKinley students collected Second Honors were earned by Chris- 1997. • No More Dialing • Internet Using TV Cable $800.55 and the Town Bank of Westfield contributed $50 for UNICEF. • No More Busy Signals • Instantaneous Connection For the second consecutive year, the Town Bank of Westfield has counted • No More Phone Lines • 3 E-Mail Addresses coins at McKinley School and made contributions to the world community. Sarah Galiszewski Of Fanwood Named Collegiate Scholar http://westfieldnj.com FANWOOD – The United States [email protected] 908-654-4100 (24 hrs) Achievement Academy recently an- nounced that Sarah Galiszewski of Fanwood has been named an All- American Collegiate Scholar. Sarah attends West Chester Uni- versity. She will appear in the All- American Collegiate Yearbook, which is published nationally. STORYTELLER…Claudia Lundgren worked with Teresa Sigona in Betty She is the daughter of Susan Gasiorowski’s classroom at Brunner Elementary School in Scotch Plains to hear Mazzageth and Joseph Galiszewski the story, “There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly” by S. Taback. The of Fanwood. students created their own story, “Old Ladies.”

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Terrill Middle School in Scotch Plains Nikhil Bhasin Robert Lasher recently released its honor roll for the Jessica Binkiewicz Jessica Leide Informed of Week’s Agenda; Feel Excluded first marking period. To be included on Aliza Burns Gregory Leischner the Distinguished Honor Roll, students Jennifer Calvo Karl Lenz Amanda Cameron Yuney Lio By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN must achieve an “A” in all subjects. “This is about the right to feel against by their fellow students. PFLAG Forum To be placed on the Honor Roll, stu- Jonathan Caraballo Jason Livingston Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times comfortable in a school environment. “The (Westfield) high school, for Students were asked approximately Kaitlin Carman Jonathan Lorenzini WESTFIELD – “Season of Light: dents must have at least two “A’s” and Joscelyn Chang John Mangan You don’t have to be abused coming some years, has really made an at- six questions regarding heterosexu- no grade lower than a “B” in major Amanda Cohen Christopher Mattern Spirit of Inclusion,” a week of activi- here,” urged Dr. Petix, adding that tempt to reduce the bashing and bul- ality and homosexuality. Depending subjects and at least a “C” in other Tiffany Davis James McKenna ties which was reportedly devoted to the program strives to establish an lying of anyone who is different,” on their comfort level with the ques- subjects. Alexa DiGiorgio John Monti encourage “tolerance” and “respect” atmosphere of “human respect and said Dr. Foley. “It’s Bob’s (Dr. Petix) tions, students divided from one side Michael Dinizo Laura Mortkowitz at Westfield High School (WHS) has SIXTH GRADE Rachel Dolgin Alan Neuhauser openness to others.” effort to open dialogue to prevent a of the room to another. DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL Janee Easley Manish Pandya left some Westfield parents and tax- “No one was required to go,” he massacre such as the one at Colum- “It doesn’t bother me. I’m okay Allison Abbott Maggie Gousman Elizabeth Elko Sara Parisi payers feeling violated, excluded and said when asked about the participa- bine.” with it,” said one student in response James Alfano Christian Hambelton Marc Fabiano Sarah Quale left out in the cold this season. tion by students. He added that when Pointing to the seminar which fea- to the term “casual heterosexual sex.” Matthew Anderson Kristen Henkels Anthony Ferrante Stephanie Reed Beginning on December 13 and Christopher Barry Gary Herzberg Christopher Finan Sean Robinson the program began last year it was tured PFLAG, Dr. Foley commented, Another student was not comfortable Lauren Benovengo Alexander Kontur Christine Gillie Michael Ross ending on December 16, students only devoted to “gay issues.” “This “The issue isn’t if homosexuality is with the idea of casual sex, saying Cheryl Beqaj Caroline Lazur Nicole Hagerty Christina Roth were given the opportunity to par- year, we decided to become more moral or not.” that it implied promiscuity. Michael Bonacum Matthew Linsenberg Eddie Han Jessica Sapienza ticipate in a range of seminars from diverse.” “If you think you love someone Michele Calvo Andrew Lipstein Jay Hankin James Scalfaro “PFLAG…Conversations with Par- * * * * * Meryl Coker Brittany McDonald Laura Harrison Sarah Schwartz The principal reported that the PFLAG Interview and you want to take that step, I think Elise Coker Joanne Schurtz Matthew Hassett Matthew Scibek ents & Friends of Gays & Lesbians” seminars have yielded classroom dis- it’s okay,” said one student regarding Neil Dalal Jennifer Seemann Laura Henderson Rebekah Sedwin to “Labels, Maddening Labels! A Nick Fiore, Beverly Cook, Ellen Joseph Fallon Joshua Shvartsman cussion about why the program was Schwartz and Wendy Pollock, all a lifetime commitment to a relation- Abraham Hiatt Michael Sheffield Simulation of Stereotyping.” instituted at the school in the first ship. Victoria Fosdal Gabrielle Streep Justin Hla-Gyaw Amber Sizemore Although the activities were “vol- from Bergen County and parents of David Ginsberg Emily Wallden Casey Hoynes-O’Connor Samuel Slaugh place. Dr. Petix added that he is homosexual and bisexual children When considering homosexuality Katerina Wong Cara Hurley Sean Smith untary,” both parents and school ad- proud that such dialogue has been as a choice, students agreed that ho- Stephanie King Michael Sprung ministration agree on one thing: par- and members of PFLAG, met with SIXTH GRADE – HONOR ROLL broached. The Leader and The Times before mosexuals are “born with those feel- Claudia Ahiabor Daniel Ingram Aaron Klemow Erica Stuppler ents were never informed of the sched- Jason Krueger Chloe Sundstrom The first source is disturbed that presenting a seminar to students dur- ings in liking the same sex.” Kara Brass Richard Kickenweitz ule or purpose of “Season of Light: such dialogue, including discussion “Everyone should have equal rights Daniel Bugg Elisbeth Kipping Nicole Kurzynowski Michelle Swick ing the fifth period on December 13. Jonathan Campbell Alexa Knox Nora Lacko Sean Varsolona Spirit of Inclusion.” on homosexuality, has been ap- no matter what their preference is,” Daniel LaForge Carly Wells “There would have been no neces- At the seminar, the PFLAG members Julianne Carman David Kruglyak proached specifically during the told students how they reacted when said one student when asked if homo- Maxwell Carow Emily Lange Katie Zaleski sity. We do these kinds of things all of Christmas season. sexuals should have civil rights. Jared Chmielnik Dana Levinson EIGHTH GRADE the time,” said Westfield High School they discovered their children’s Jessica Churgin Xiaoyang Lin “When are people most open to sexual preferences. Students were also asked how they DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL Principal Dr. Robert G. Petix when this kind of respect?” challenged Dr. would feel if their best friend re- Henry Coxe Richard Lisojo Flora Alexander Scott Maynihan asked if parents were told about the “We attempt to put a parental face Amanda Dennelly David Mecca Ryan Aspell Vaidehi Patel Petix, who stressed that he has also on gay issues,” Ms. Cook told The vealed his/her homosexuality. Nicole Desiato Elaine Piniat Alexander Clark Arianna Power program before their children opted devoted time over the public address “I wouldn’t, like expect it,” said Carolyn DiProspero Brian Plagge Dani Finkel Allyson Salisbury in or out of the seminars. Leader and The Times. “We’re here Christine DiTrolio Branden Potter system to explain the meaning of to help gay and heterosexual stu- one student. Cheryl Kaplun Barie Salmon Kathleen Hintze, a Westfield resi- Hanukkah and the Feast of the Im- “In the beginning, it would be kind Megan Domenick Edward Ragan Vani Kilakkathi Dana Skwirut dents.” Kelly Dougher Stephanie Ricca Kimberly Lorenzini Eric Swenson dent disagreed. “I don’t feel that our maculate Conception in the Catholic of weird. I’d be by their side as long Caitlin Driscoll Allison Rosi money should be spent to promote Ms. Schwartz, who brought in a Christopher Wallden Church. picture of her bisexual daughter and as they don’t touch me or mess with Samantha Feldman Dana Sacks any social issues that are not related However, when asked why none of me, that’s fine,” said another pupil. Thomas Fitzgibbon Samantha Scarinci EIGHTH GRADE – HONOR ROLL her female partner which she later Dennis Fitzpatrick Amira Selim Jesse Allen Peter Miller to academics.” the seminars explored the differences All students agreed that there Ricardo Arocha Amanda Miller Angered that the issue of homo- passed along to pupils, believes that Tiffany Frasier Leah Siegal between individuals of other creeds “homosexuality is not a choice.” She should be no qualms in allowing Anne Frier Ronald Stein Theodore Baker Catherine Milligan sexuality was analyzed during the Sara Beckerman Christina Minniti and faiths, such as Catholicism and alleged that at no point in the Bible same sex dates to attend the prom. Daniel Glaberman-Appel Sam Tepper week, specifically on December 13, Judaism, Dr. Petix said that Jewish Later that day, Dr. Petix confirmed Staci Goldberg Christina Timoni Erica Bloom Jared Montagna does Jesus Christ say that homosexu- Shannon Gomes Karyn Toffolo Kristen Bover Jessica Neuringer Mrs. Hintze believes that such issues members of the committee which that “gender equity is never a ques- Heather Caldora Lindsay Ordower should not be examined during school ality is wrong, although she claimed Jonathan Greenspan Colin Weber produced “Spirit of Inclusion: Sea- PFLAG does not try to represent any tion” when allowing students of the Grigoriy Grinberg Andrew Wong Ghasson Channaoui Nathan Paarker hours when academic issues should son of Enlightenment” “didn’t feel same sex to attend the prom as a Sarah Halpern Matthew Wuest Brian Coyle Joshua Parker take priority. specific religious point of view. Julie Hyman Jessica Zuber Michael DeNichilo Vaidehi Patel they were misunderstood.” However, the Book of Leviticus couple. Rachel Diken Rosanna Ryskasen “It’s definitely brainwashing,” she “We’re advocating knowledge, The PFLAG members also sat with SEVENTH GRADE Caryn Feder Perry Saifi said, calling the program “social in the New International Version DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL understanding and respect,” stressed (NIV) of The Bible, states in chap- the students and explained what it Brandon Femia Tracy Salmon engineering.” Dr. Petix. “Each individual has a was like when their children revealed Matthew Bonasia Rebecca Koransky Amanda Frank Juliana Sams “I urge parents to learn what is ter 20, verse 13: “If a man lies with Jenny Burke Michael Leighton Kristi Gayara Kristin Schardien right to make his or her own judg- a man as one lies with a woman, their sexual preference. Christopher D’Annunzio Marissa Mastroianni Matthew Goldberg Jessica Schink going on and to face the facts,” she ment about what is acceptable and Elise DeVries Kelly McManus Jaime GomezSalvador Erica Schwartz added. both of them have done what is Labels Forum Jennifer Gawryluk Vanessa Okoro unacceptable behavior. Everyone de- detestable.” During sixth period on December Hannah Greenspan Elaine Shea One Westfield resident, who serves human respect.” Alexander Gerveshi Lauren Perrotta Michael Hessemer Jonathan Sheffield wished to be called “a concerned “Every word of the Bible has been 16, pupils attended a program, “La- Rachel Goor Jamie Quale Daniel Kranz Danielle Stanley Superintendent of Schools Dr. turned inside out. It was created many bels, Maddening Labels” with teach- Karina Gotiboym Alyssa Shea Morgan Larkin Dustin Tenenbaum parent,” believes that if more parents William J. Foley defended the pro- Nora Isack Brittany Speer Matthew Leonard Michael Thompson and taxpayers knew about the pro- years ago,” Ms. Cook claimed. ers Nate Hollis and Susie Cho. Hillary Klimowicz William Swenson gram in an interview with The “It has made me the best person I Stereotypes revolving around Joshua Liss Jonathan Wagner gram, they would be equally out- Westfield Leader and The Times of Arleta Lobacz Tamie Walker raged. could have possibly become,” said words such as “chink,” “latino,” SEVENTH GRADE – HONOR ROLL Laura Manzi Daniel Wasserman Scotch Plains-Fanwood. He said that Mr. Fiore when discussing his son’s “nigger,” “spic,” and “negro” were Jonathan Altman Majeed Lakhani Deryck Middleton Talia Weinberg This first anonymous source, who the program is in response to the Michael Baumwoll Natasha Larrinaga Sara Woods also feels the program was “a basis “coming out” to him. “He was in a examined by students who had ban- April shootings at Columbine High state of confusion regarding his dannas placed on their heads with for brainwashing or recruitment” School, Littleton, Colo., by two stu- wondered if the school was taking “a sexuality. He kept it in and did not the words taped on top. The pupils, dents, Dylan Klebold and Eric Har- feel invited by school staff to come who did not see their label until the neutral position” or pushing a per- ris, who believed themselves to be sonal agenda. out.” end of the seminar, also had pieces of misunderstood and discriminated Although the PFLAG members looseleaf paper taped to their backs. noted that they “don’t necessarily The students moved around the encourage” students to “come out to room, examining each others’ labels their parents,” they will supply them and writing their first impressions of with information and phone num- each label on the looseleaf paper. The bers if they believe themselves to be results were read once the students homosexual. took their seats. “We don’t feel this will encourage “What’s the point of this?” “Does kids to become homosexual, but it this have to do with ‘Season of Light: will broaden inclusiveness,” added Spirit of Inclusion?’” asked one stu- Ms. Cook. dent. “What’s a chink? Isn’t that an “These are life issues,” the PFLAG insult? members related. “Not gay issues.” CONTINUED ON PAGE 19

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109 Quimby Street • Westfield • (908) 233-5678 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, December 23, 1999 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Isaac Daniels, 88, Retired Executive; – Obituaries – Thelma Louise Bullock, 86, Had Owned Former Temple Emanu-El President Westfield Taxi Service for Many Years Isaac Daniels, 88, of Westfield He served as a Trustee of Labor Robert E. Brunner, 77, Was Optician; Thelma Louise Bullock, 86, of Thursday, December 23, at the North died on Sunday, December 19, at his Local Union No. 72 of Perth Amboy. Westfield died on Friday, December Carolina Biblical Gardens in Ra- winter home in Jupiter, Fla. Surviving are his wife of 61 years, Flight Navigator in World War II 17, in Rahway Hospital in Rahway. leigh, N.C. Born in New York City, he had Vivienne Salter Daniels; two sons, Born in Person County, N.C. on December 23, 1999 lived in Carteret before moving to Robert Daniels of Ipswich, Mass. Robert E. Brunner, 77, of West- During World War II, Mr. Brunner November 8, 1913, she moved to Jerry A. Ricci, 84 Westfield 47 years ago. and Roger Daniels of West Orange; field died on Thursday, December served as a flight navigator with the Westfield in the early 1930s. Mr. Daniels had worked for the I. a sister, Anna Salzberg of Garden 16, in Muhlenberg Regional Medical 351st Bomb Group of the Eighth Mrs. Bullock had owned the West- Jerry A. Ricci, 84, of Westfield died Daniels Construction Company of City, Long Island and six grandchil- Center in Plainfield. Division of the United States Army field Taxi Service, formerly known on Saturday, December 18, at home. Carteret, established by his father in dren. Born in Plainfield on December 9, Air Force. Born in New York City, he moved to as the Bullock Taxi Service, which Westfield 50 years ago. 1910, for 60 years before retiring as Services were held on Monday, Surviving are his wife, Frances she founded many years ago with her Loesch Brunner; three daughters, Mr. Ricci had been a safety engineer President in 1997. December 20, at Temple Emanu-El. late husband, James Bullock. She for Texas Instruments in Westfield for He was a member of the Men’s Arrangements were handled by Susan Pratt, Katherine Berg and retired in 1975. Nancy Coyne; a sister, Patricia two years before retiring in 1977. Prior Club of Temple Emanu-El in West- the Menorah Chapels at Millburn in Surviving are a daughter, Myrna to that, he had been a safety engineer for field and served as President of the Union. Thiede, and four grandchildren. Wayne of Westfield; two sisters, Liberty Mutual and, from 1950 to 1965, temple from 1961 to 1963. December 23, 1999 A private family memorial service Madeline Caldwell of Washington, had worked for the Cooper and Jarrett was held on Sunday, December 19. D.C. and Mamie Brown of North Trucking Company in Jersey City. Leo J. Losi, 85 Per Mr. Brunner’s wishes, his re- Carolina; a brother, Lewis Barnett of He was a 1938 business graduate of Harriette Lewis, 92 mains were bequeathed to the Robert North Carolina; two granddaughters New York University. Leo J. Losi, 85, of Lakewood died Wood Johnson Medical School Ana- Harriette Lewis, 92, of Piscataway on Wednesday, December 15, in the and two great-grandsons. Mr. Ricci was a major in the United died on Friday, December 17, at the tomical Association in Piscataway. Funeral services were held on Tues- States Army during World War II and Kimball Medical Center in Lake- Memorial donations may be made Greenbrook Manor Nursing Home wood. day, December 21, at the Plinton- served in the Army Reserves until 1975. in Green Brook. to The Presbyterian Church in West- Curry Funeral Home in Westfield. He was a board member of the Army Born in New York, he had lived in field, 140 Mountain Avenue, West- Retiree Council and a drill sergeant for Born in Scotch Plains, she had Westfield before moving to Lake- Interment will take place today, lived in Plainfield before moving to field, 07090. American Legion Post No. 3 in West- wood two months ago. December 23, 1999 field. Piscataway 12 years ago. Mr. Losi had been a machinist for He was a lector at St. Helen’s Roman Miss Lewis was a Realtor and Nirol Manufacturing in North Elizabeth Wiendl, 78, Local Volunteer; Catholic Church in Westfield. worked most recently as a Leasing Plainfield for 20 years before retiring Surviving are his wife of 57 years, Agent at Pleasantview Gardens in in 1979. Robert E. Brunner Scout Leader and Golf Club Member Angela Ricci; a son, Robert Ricci; a Piscataway. She was a member of the He served in the United States daughter, Renee Colello, and four grand- Older Women’s League and the Busi- 1922, he was raised in Westfield and Elizabeth Jane “Betty” Carver Monday, December 20, at St. Helen’s Marines during World War II and Wiendl, 78, of Westfield died on Fri- Roman Catholic Church in West- children. ness and Professional Woman’s As- graduated from Westfield High A Funeral Mass was offered yester- was a member of the Veterans of day, December 17, in Overlook Hos- field. sociation in Scotch Plains. Foreign Wars Storr Richie Post No. School in 1940. He and his wife day, Wednesday, December 22, in St. Surviving are a sister, Helen Lind- 506 in North Plainfield. relocated to Williamsburg, Va. in pital in Summit. Arrangements were handled by the Helen’s Church. say of Fanwood; a niece, Barbara Surviving are his wife, Rose M. 1985 and returned to Westfield in Born in Butte, Mont., she moved to Dooley Colonial Home, 556 West- Arrangements were handled by the Russell of Williamsport, Pa. and a May of this year. Westfield 51 years ago. field Avenue in Westfield. Dooley Colonial Home, 556 Westfield Losi; a son, Robert Losi; a daughter, December 23, 1999 nephew, Charles Lindsay of Judith A. Jordan; two sisters, Mary Mr. Brunner had owned and oper- Mrs. Wiendl was a member of the Avenue in Westfield. Downingtown, Pa. Mezey and Agnes Consodori, and ated Robert E. Brunner Prescription Westfield Women’s Golf Club, a December 23, 1999 A memorial service was held yes- five grandchildren. Opticians in Westfield for many years Westfield Girl Scout leader and a terday, Wednesday, December 22, at A Mass was offered on Monday, before retiring in 1985. volunteer at the Discovery Shop and Judith Czerny, 65, Bucknell Graduate; the Memorial Funeral Home, 155 December 20, in the Visitation He attended the University of Roch- with the American Cancer Society in South Avenue in Fanwood. Church in Brick, following the fu- ester in Rochester, N.Y. and the Bow- Westfield. Was Fifth Grade Teacher for 18 Years Memorial donations may be made neral from the D’Elia Funeral Home man Technical School in Lancaster, She graduated from Butte Busi- to the Fanwood Volunteer Rescue Pa. and graduated in 1950 from the Judith Czerny, 65, of Batavia, Ill., Batavia until her retirement in 1993. in Lakewood. ness College in Butte in 1942. formerly of Westfield, died on She was a graduate of Bucknell Squad, 218 Forest Road, Fanwood, December 23, 1999 Brooklyn School of Optics. Surviving are her husband, Joseph Wednesday, December 15, at Manor University in Lewisburg, Pa. 07023 or to the Special Olympics. A. Wiendl; two sons, Tom Halpin December 23, 1999 Care of Naperville in Naperville, Ill. She was a member of the Batavia Zara Kyrioglou, 93, Church Parishioner and Joe Wiendl; three daughters, Born on December 8, 1934 in Congregational Church. PUBLIC NOTICE Janie Whiteford, Judy Hood and Westfield, she was the daughter of In addition to her parents, she was Jackie Smith; a brother, Jack Carver, the late Charles and Matilda Duncan. predeceased by her husband, Robert SHERIFF’S SALE Had Been Named Mother of the Year SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, and 14 grandchildren. Mrs. Czerny had taught fifth grade T. Czerny, whom she married on July CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Zara Kyrioglou, 93, of New Provi- Donations may be made to the A Funeral Mass was offered on for 18 years at J. B. Nelson School in 27, 1957 in Westfield. DOCKET NO. F-3423-99. dence died on Monday, December Trinity Circle Senior Group of the Surviving are two sons, William GREENPOINT MORTGAGE CORP., 13, at Overlook Hospital in Summit. church. Czerny and Matthew Czerny, and PLAINTIFF vs. JOHN H. TYLER, ET AL, Born in Greece, she came to the December 23, 1999 DEFENDANT. Francis Bremer, 87, Was Court Reporter; two sisters, Janet Tatro and Carol CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, United States in 1929. She had lived Brouillard. DATED SEPTEMBER 28, 1999 FOR SALE in Elizabeth and Westfield for many Valerie Loprete, 54 Member of Choral and Theater Groups Funeral services were held on Sat- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. years before relocating to Scotch Valerie Loprete, 54, of Long Val- urday, December 18, at the Batavia By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- Plains. She moved to the Glenside Francis H. Bremer, 87, of West- of Pennsylvania; two sisters, Marie tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by ley died on Friday, December 17, in field died on Monday, December 20 Kinney of Pennsylvania and Dolly Congregational Church. Interment public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union Nursing Center in New Providence Morristown Memorial Hospital. was private. in 1996. in Overlook Hospital in Summit. Pfister of Michigan, and three grand- County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, Born in Newark, she had lived in Born in Johnstown, Pa., he had children. Memorial contributions may be Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY Mrs. Kyrioglou was a member of Scotch Plains and Florida before made to the Batavia Congregational THE 12TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox lived in Chicago before moving to A Mass of Christian Burial will be at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All moving to Long Valley 26 years ago. Westfield 43 years ago. held today, Thursday, December 23, Church, 21 South Batavia Avenue, successful bidders must have 20% of their Church in Westfield, where she was Mrs. Loprete was a receptionist for Batavia, Ill., 60510, or to the Ameri- named the second Mother of the Year Mr. Bremer had been a Federal at 10 a.m. in St. Helen’s Church. bid available in cash or certified check at the the Syner Medical Group in Califon. court reporter in Newark for 30 Burial will take place in Fairview can Diabetes Association of Northern conclusion of the sales. and was also a member of the Trinity Surviving are a son, Jon Loprete; a The judgment amount is $388,090.78. years. After retiring in 1980, he Cemetery in Westfield. Illinois, Suite 2015, 30 North Michi- Circle Senior Group. daughter, Jessica Bitecola, and a sis- gan Avenue, Chicago, Ill., 60602. MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth. She was predeceased by her hus- formed a partnership called Court Arrangements are being handled COUNTY: Union STATE OF NEW JER- ter, Emily Werte. Reporting Services, Inc. in Verona. by the Dooley Colonial Home, 556 Arrangements were handled by the SEY. band, Anthony Kyrioglou, in 1962 A Liturgy was offered on Monday, Yurs-Peterson Funeral Home of STREET AND STREET NO.: 908-916/ A United States Navy veteran of Westfield Avenue in Westfield. and by a daughter, Helen Dimitry, in December 20, in the Elevation of the December 23, 1999 928-936 Emma Street. World War II, he served aboard the Batavia, Ill. 1995. December 23, 1999 TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK NO. 8, Holy Cross Eastern Orthodox Church USS Lewis Hancock. LOT NO. 510, 514. Surviving are a son, William in Hackettstown. Kyrioglou of Warren; two daughters, Mr. Bremer was a parishioner of DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 100 feet x 150 Arrangements were under the di- St. Helen’s Roman Catholic Church Ed Pirolozzi, 70, Retired Postal Worker; feet and 112.50 feet x 100 feet. Mary Demetriou of Chatham and Joy rection of the Davis & Hepplewhite NEAREST CROSS STREET: 100 feet Daniledes of Scotch Plains; 10 grand- in Westfield, where he was also a from Henry Street. Funeral Home, Inc., in Succasunna. lector and a member of the choir. children and a great-grandchild. December 23, 1999 Was Fourth Degree Knight and Veteran There is due approximately the sum of He was a member of the Choral $411,112.34 together with lawful interest A funeral service was held on Fri- Ed (Enrico) Pirolozzi, 70, of Scotch 10122, also of Scotch Plains. and costs. day, December 17, at the Holy Trinity PUBLIC NOTICE Arts Society of New Jersey and the Plains died on Friday, December 17, at He was a communicant of St. There is a full legal description on file in Church. Westfield Community Players. Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center Bartholomew the Apostle Roman the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Arrangements were handled by the SHERIFF’S SALE Surviving are his wife, Florence in Plainfield. Catholic Church in Scotch Plains. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Dawson Bremer; a son, James this sale. Gray Funeral Home, 318 East Broad CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Born in Staten Island, he had lived in Surviving are his wife, Mary RALPH FROEHLICH Street in Westfield. DOCKET NO. F-1904-93. Bremer of Westfield; two daugh- Plainfield before moving to Scotch Donatelli Pirolozzi; two daughters, SHERIFF INDEPENDENCE ONE MORTGAGE ters, Francine Bremer of Sacra- Plains in 1949. Joyce M. Kosovan and Debra Snyder; WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR., Attorney PUBLIC NOTICE CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. REGINA mento, Calif. and Coletta Milan of Mr. Pirolozzi had been employed as three brothers, John Pirolozzi, Leonard 737 Stokes Road MARIA VERA, DEFENDANT. Westfield; a brother, Vince Bremer P.O. Box 1088 CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, a front end clerk for the United States Pirolozzi and Joseph Pirolozzi; six TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 DATED SEPTEMBER 7, 1999 FOR SALE Post Office in Scotch Plains for 30 grandchildren and a great-grandchild. ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT CH-754823 (WL) OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on years before retiring. A Funeral Mass was offered on Tues- 4 T - 12/16, 12/23, By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- MASTER JANUARY 13, 2000 at 7:30 p.m. in the A United States Army veteran, he day, December 21, at St. Bartholomew 12/30/99 & 1/6/00 Fee: $165.24 tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Municipal Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union served during the Korean Conflict. the Apostle Church. Interment was at Plains, New Jersey, the Scotch Plains Zon- MEMORIALS County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, Mr. Pirolozzi was a Fourth Degree Hillside Cemetery in Scotch Plains. PUBLIC NOTICE ing Board of Adjustment will hold a public Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY Knight in the Knights of Columbus, Arrangements were handled by the hearing to consider the following appeal(s): 1171 E. Broad St. SHERIFF’S SALE THE 5TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 at Father Nelligan Council No. 5730 of Rossi Funeral Home in Scotch Plains. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, JOHN and DOROTHY FOULKS for two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All Westfield, NJ Scotch Plains and was a member of the Donations may be made to the Scotch CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, permission to construct a sunroom ad- successful bidders must have 20% of their DOCKET NO. F-7203-97. dition at the property located at One bid available in cash or certified check at the 233-2350 Veterans of Foreign Wars Council No. Plains Rescue Squad. HOMECOMINGS FINANCIAL NET- Stoneleigh Drive (Block No. 12101, conclusion of the sales. December 23, 1999 WORK, INC., PLAINTIFF vs. MARIA A/K/ Lot No. 14), Scotch Plains, which re- The judgment amount is $205,948.20. Mary Rettschlag, 68 A MARIE LUNIQUE, ET ALS, DEFEN- quires a Variance from the following The property to be sold is located in the Norma Pellegrino, 66 DANT. section of the Zoning Ordinance: CITY of ELIZABETH in the County of Mary C. Leonard Rettschlag, 68, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, UNION, and the State of New Jersey. of Westfield died on Tuesday, De- Norma Pellegrino, 66, of Toms Section 23-3.4A, Para. A, Col. 10 DATED AUGUST 24, 1999 FOR SALE OF Commonly known as: 210-212 WEST whereby minimum rear-yard setback cember 14, at Overlook Hospital in River died on Thursday, December MORTGAGED PREMISES. GRAND STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW required is fifty (50) feet; proposed: ap- Summit. 16, at the Kensington Care Center. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- JERSEY 07202. proximately forty (40) feet [by scale]. tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Tax Lot No. 1757 in Block No. 13. DESIGNER • BUILDERS OF FINE Born in Perth Amboy, she lived in Born in Westfield, she had been a public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union PAUL MC NAMARA for permission to There is due approximately the sum of Westfield for 35 years. resident of South Plainfield before County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, construct additions/alterations at the $212,003.75 together with lawful interest MONUMENTS She was predeceased by her hus- moving to Toms River 10 years ago. Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY property located at 912 Crestwood and costs. band, Karl H. Rettschlag, in 1993. She was predeceased by her hus- THE 5TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 at Road (Block No. 7601, Lot No. 7), There is a full legal description on file in MARKERS two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All Scotch Plains, which requires a Vari- the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Surviving are two sons, Karl D. band, Frank Pellegrino, in 1991. successful bidders must have 20% of their ance from the following section of the The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn MAUSOLEUMS Rettschlag and Douglas B. Surviving are a son, Stanley bid available in cash or certified check at the Zoning Ordinance: this sale. Rettschlag, both of Westfield. Miszczenski of South Plainfield; a conclusion of the sales. RALPH FROEHLICH Section 23-3.4A, Paragraph G, Col- LETTERED • CLEANED Graveside services were held on daughter, Paula Kirby of Brick Town- The judgment amount is $148,569.44. SHERIFF umn 8 whereby minimum side-yard ALL THAT CERTAIN tract, lot and parcel SHAPIRO AND KREISMAN, Attorney Saturday, December 18, at Fairview ship; seven grandchildren and two setback required is eight (8) feet; pro- of land lying and being in the City of Eliza- Suite J Bruce Bauer, Prop. Cemetery in Westfield. great-grandchildren. posed and existing: 6.9 feet (existing beth, County of Union and State of New 406 Lippincott Drive (Established 1938) garage and proposed one-story addi- Arrangements were handled by the Private funeral arrangements were Jersey, more particularly described as fol- Marlton, New Jersey 08053 tion). Dooley Funeral Home, 556 Westfield handled by the James W. Conroy lows: CH-754789 (WL) ALSO: 300 Rt. 37 East BEGINNING at a point in the westerly line JOANNE RIGNEY and GARY 4 T – 12/9, 12/16, Avenue in Westfield. Funeral Home in South Plainfield. December 23, 1999 of Monroe Avenue distant 340.00 feet north- DUNCHUS for Variances to permit the 12/23 & 12/30/99 Fee: $150.96 Toms River, N.J. 349-2350 December 23, 1999 erly from the northwest corner of said Av- construction of a pool shed/cabana at enue and Anna Street; thence the property Iocated at 1261 Rawway (1) North 62 degrees 52 minutes West Road (Block No. 15601, Lot No. 4), 140.00 feet to a point; thence Scotch Plains, which is contrary to the We appreciate (2) South 27 degrees 08 minutes West requirements of the following sections Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. 41.67 feet to a point; thence of the Zoning Ordinance: (3) South 62 degrees 52 minutes East Section 23-3.5h4 whereby secondary Caring & Courteous Service to the 140.00 feet to a point in the said our neighbors structures shall consist of a maximum westerly line of Monroe Avenue; of 200 square feet; proposed: 584 square Cranford/Westfield Area Since 1913 thence Like you, we appreciate having good neighbors. That's why we also feet; and (4) Along the same North 27 degrees do our best to be good neighbors. 08 minutes East 41.67 feet to the Section 23-3.4B whereby secondary point and place of BEGINNING. structures shall be a maximum of fifteen As established members of the Westfield business community, we The above description being in accor- (15) feet in height to the ridge; proposed: understand the security of dealing with people you know, people you trust! dance with a survey made by Dominick J. 26 feet to the cupola, which is the high- Venditto, 3rd, Land Surveyor, dated July 29, est point of the structure. We've built our reputation on this trust. Westfield 1987. MARKE ENTERPRISES, INC., t/a Being known as Lot No. 975, Block No. 12 For over 100 years, we've provided area families with sound advice Bowcraft Amusement Park, a non- 556 Westfield on the Official Tax Map of the City of Eliza- conforming use in the ML-1 Zone, for a and caring service at times of personal loss. We believe we help the most beth, County of Union, New Jersey. Avenue Use Variance to permit the installation by listening and providing choices. Commonly known as 468 Monroe Av- of a water playground, a maintenance 233-0255 enue, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07201. building, and re-configured and addi- We hope you remember you can turn to us in times of need. You can Being the same premises conveyed from tional parking at the property located at John L. Dooley Ricardo Saavedra and Meena Saavedra, his also talk to us about planning ahead... removing this burden from the 2545 Route 22 West (Block No. 4802, wife, to Emmanuel Lunique and Charles Manager Lot No. 9), Scotch Plains. Said propos- minds of others. Please call us or stop by. Lunique and Lucia Lunique, his wife, by als constitute an expansion of a non- Deed dated September 25, 1987 and re- conforming use, pursuant to Section corded September 30, 1987 in Deed Book 23-3.8 of the Zoning Ordinance, which 3524 page 398. requires the granting of a Use Variance. There is due approximately the sum of In addition, the Applicant is requesting $152,522.04 together with lawful interest an interpretation and possible amend- and costs. FUNERAL ment to a condition of the Board’s prior There is a full legal description on file in approval. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. DIRECTORS Cranford The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn All interested persons may be present and 218 North Avenue this sale. be head. – Since 1897 – RALPH FROEHLICH The file pertaining to this application is in 276-0255 SHERIFF the Office of the Zoning Board of Adjust- • FRED H. GRAY, JR. •WILLIAM A. DOYLE • PAULETTE CRABIEL WAHLER Charles V. Dooley MC CABE, WEISBERG AND CONWAY, ment, 430 Park Avenue, 2nd Floor, Scotch Attorney Plains, and is available for public inspection • DALE SCHOUSTRA • DAVID J. CRABIEL Manager 1230 Brace Road during regular office hours. Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034-3211 Linda M. Lies Executive Administrator – William A. Doyle CH-754801 (WL) Secretary to the Zoning Board of WESTFIELD: 318 East Broad St., Fred H. Gray, Jr. Mgr. • 233-0143 4 T – 12/9, 12/16, Adjustment 12/23 & 12/30/99 Fee: $244.80 1 T – 12/23/99, The Times Fee: $66.81 CRANFORD: 12 Springfield Ave., Dale R. Schoustra, Mgr. • 276-0092 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, December 23, 1999 Page 11 Calvary Lutheran Welcomes Willow Grove Church Lists All to Christmas Services Details of Holiday Services CRANFORD — The Calvary Jersey Synod of the Evangelical SCOTCH PLAINS — A Family DiDario. Lutheran Church, 108 Eastman Street Lutheran Church in America, which Candlelight Service will be held at The sermon topic for the 10:30 in Cranford, has invited all members has served the Cranford-Westfield the Willow Grove Presbyterian a.m. worship service on Christmas of the community to attend its Christ- area and surrounding communities Church, 1961 Raritan Road in Scotch Day, Sunday, December 26, will be mas Eve and Christmas Day services for 70 years. Plains, tomorrow, Friday, December “What Did the Believing People Re- tomorrow and Saturday, December 24, in celebration of Christmas Eve. ceive for Christmas?”, featuring the 24 and 25. First Congregational The Reverend Kenneth G. Hetzel, theme of salvation. Reverend Hetzel The Reverend George W. Announces Schedule Pastor, stated that the 8 p.m. service will use that same theme in his illus- Freyberger will preside and preach at will begin with the proclamation of trated children’s sermon. all services, with music performed For Services Tomorrow Christ’s birth and a processional to In addition to the singing of carols under the leadership of Jaye Newbold, WESTFIELD — The First Con- “O Come, All Ye Faithful,” followed by the congregation, the Chancel Calvary’s associate in ministry. gregational Church of Westfield will by the lighting of the Advent Wreath, Choir will present “Carol of the Bells” Three services will be offered to- hold three Christmas Eve services the ceremony of candles, readings by Wilhousky. morrow. A young children’s Christ- tomorrow, Friday, December 24, for from Scripture and a spontaneous On New Year’s Eve, Friday, De- mas Eve Service will be held at 4 worshippers of all ages. Visitors are living nativity depicted by those in cember 31, at 8 p.m., a Watch-Night welcome to attend. HELPING BUILD THE COMMUNITY…During a recent Thanksgiving Fam- p.m., featuring simple carols, the Services will begin at 4 p.m. with attendance. Service will be held in the candlelit reading of the Christmas story and ily Dinner held at the Fanwood Presbyterian Church, William Newell, Jr., Richard Ney, Choir Director, will Wedgewood Room of the church. an informal pageant for families with Chairman of the church’s Mission through Music Committee, presents a check the placing of the nativity figures by young children. Members and guests for $25,000 to Habitat for Humanity officials Ann Brackbill, center, and Jane lead the Chancel Choir in two an- This will be an informal gathering of some of the children. The Alleluia are invited to wear a costume and Sapienza. In the second row, pictured left to right, are: the Reverend Robert thems, including “Masters in this church members, friends and others Choir, composed of four-, five- and join in the pageant. Snell; committee member John Phillip and George Zhelesnik, Habitat for Hall,” arranged by Simeone, and an for hymn-singing, personal testimo- six-year-olds, will provide seasonal At 6 p.m., the Church School will Humanity work coordinator for the church. original Christmas piece entitled “No nies, reflection and prayers for the music. present its Nativity pageant set to Golden Carriage,” by Gilbert Mar- coming year, concluding with Holy Services of Holy Communion will Bible verses and hymns. A tradi- tin. Communion presided over by the be held at 7 and 10:30 p.m. During tional candlelight service of lessons Fanwood Presbyterian Honors During the service, Glen Crane Reverend Elmer Talcott. Jerry Mann the earlier service, the Children’s and carols will be held at 11 p.m. will sing “O Holy Night” and Mr. will be the pianist for the evening. A worship service will be held on Choir and the teen group, SPIRYT Sunday, December 26, at 10 a.m. Ney will perform “Joseph’s Song.” n For further information about the (Singers, Players, Instrumentalists, with a one-room schoolhouse for Covenant Church Agreement A new piano arrangement of “Silent church or these services, please call Ringers Youth Team) will provide children ages 3 through third grade. FANWOOD – The Fanwood Pres- through Music Commission, which Night” will be played by Paul (908) 232-5678. music and a chancel drama, “Calling Child care for infants to 2-year-olds byterian Church honored its covenant raised $90,000 in pledges and gifts All Angels,” by Helen Kemp. So- will be available in the crib room. church agreement with the Greater for renovation of the church organ, prano Katie Mertens of Cranford will The First Congregational Church, Plainfield Habitat for Humanity with also chose to challenge the congrega- be the soloist and Christopher Nelson a member of the United Church of an installment check of $25,000. tion to match their contributions dol- of Scotch Plains will be trumpet solo- Christ, is located at 125 Elmer Street Pledges from the congregation for lar-for-dollar in order to raise the ist. in Westfield. For further informa- this commitment total more than same amount for mission programs The 11 p.m. Candlelight Service tion, please call the church office at $40,000, to be paid over three years. on the local, state and international (908) 233-2494. Fanwood Presbyterian’s Mission levels. of Holy Communion will include sea- The Fanwood church’s involve- sonal music presented by the Calvary ment with Habitat for Humanity is Choir and the Senior Handbell Ring- not just monetary. Under the direc- ers. Dr. Block to Lead Programs tion of George Zhelesnik, Habitat A Festival Service of Holy Com- work coordinator at the church, work munion will be celebrated on Christ- days are scheduled periodically. mas Day at 10 a.m. David TenBroeck At Torah Center in Westfield In addition, the church has agreed of Cranford will be the piano accom- WESTFIELD — The Union the topic of a lecture presented by to help serve on committees for the panist. County Torah Center, located at 418 Professor Yitzchak Block on Fri- Plainfield group. As a covenant The Calvary Lutheran Church is a Central Avenue in Westfield, has day, December 31, at 7:15 p.m. church with Habitat, parishioners also have agreed to become prayer part- member congregation of the New announced two upcoming programs The lecture will follow Shabbat that will be held at the center. evening services beginning at 6:30 ners for the work and for the families occupying the new homes. Holiday Services Set “Rosh Hashanah and New Years – p.m. and will be followed by a A Contrast and Comparison” will be Kiddush at 7:45 p.m. Ms. Santin Tells Students For Tomorrow Night Dr. Block holds a Doctoral De- gree in Philosophy from Harvard Of Life in the Peace Corps TASTY LESSON…Barbara Yuhas and her young chefs prepare some goodies At First Baptist Church University and has served as Pro- SCOTCH PLAINS – Kristin Santin, during the “Math Munchies” enrichment class at St. Paul Day School in WESTFIELD – The First Baptist First United Methodist a second-grade teacher at Coles El- Westfield. St. Paul’s Day School enrolls children ages 2 through 4. There is also fessor of Philosophy at the Univer- a four-plus class, a full-day kindergarten and a “Stay and Play” extension Church of Westfield, located at 170 Announces Schedule sity of Western Ontario in London ementary School in Scotch Plains who is currently serving as a member of the program. An Open House program will be conducted on Mondays, January 3 Elm Street, will offer a Christmas Ontario, Canada for the past 36 and 10. Registration for new families will take place on Wednesday through Eve Children’s Service at 4 p.m. and For Christmas Eve Peace Corps in the Dominican Repub- years. He is now Professor Emeri- lic, recently visited the school during a Friday, March 1, 2 and 3. A kindergarten presentation will be held on Monday, a Candlelight Service at 7:30 p.m. WESTFIELD – The First United tus. January 24, with registration for new families set for Wednesday, February 2. short vacation home to share her expe- For more information, please call (908) 233-5417. tomorrow, Friday, December 24. Methodist Church of Westfield has He will also give the Shabbat riences with students there. Music for Meditation at will begin at announced its schedule of Christmas morning sermon entitled “Moses Ms. Santin presented a slide show 7 p.m. Eve services to be held tomorrow, and The Messiah” on Saturday, and talk about her life and the culture in Good News All services will be held in the Friday, December 24, at the church, this country in the West Indies. January 1, at 11 a.m. Reservations Last year, the students held a cloth- church sanctuary. The sanctuary is located at 1 East Broad Street. are not necessary. decorated with a free-standing creche ing drive to benefit the children with “A Celebration of Christmas,” be- In addition, Dr. Block will lead whom Ms. Santin works in the Do- And suddenly there was with the angel a surrounded by angels. ginning at 5 p.m., will be a children’s a “Chassidic Farbrengen” on Sun- minican Republic. This year, the chil- Traditional carols and readings will service with a musical presentation day, January 2, at 7:30 p.m. at the dren have decided to share the “gift of multitude of the heavenly host praising God, be used during the 7:30 p.m. service of “What Can I Give Him?,” led by Torah Center. The Farbrengen reading” by making monetary dona- and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and to tell the story of the birth of Jesus the children. marks the anniversary of the tions through the Coles Parent Teacher and allow for quiet reflection. The “A Service of Lessons, Carols and Yahrtzeit (anniversary of the death) Association. on earth peace, good will toward men. earlier Children’s Service will be a Media Specialist Eileen Raska will Communion” will be presented at 8 of Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi choose appropriate books (in Spanish) rehearsed Christmas pageant with p.m. The story of Christmas will be – the first of seven Lubavitcher to send to Ms. Santin in the Dominican Luke 2:13,14 The Gospel choir selections by the children and told in scripture lessons and carols Rebbes. Republic. carols sung by the whole congrega- with candlelight communion. The A Farbrengen is an informal tion. It will be followed by refresh- Reverend David Harwood, Senior gathering in which participants ments served in the lounge. Minister, will preach “The Search.” celebrate their Jewish heritage with The 7 p.m. music program will At 11 p.m., “A Service of Lessons, song, stories and inspirational feature Minister of Music Bill Carols and Communion” will be re- words. Mathews at the organ. Child care peated, led by the Sanctuary Choir. The services and programs are will be provided from 7 to 9 p.m. The community is invited to attend Whose birthday open to the public and free of Visitors are invited to attend all ser- the services. charge. For more information, vices. For more information, please For further information, please call please call the Torah Center at call (908) 233-2278. the church office at (908) 233-4211. (908) 789-5252. is it, anyway? St. Paul’s Episcopal We believe the important news at Christmas is Church Welcomes not who comes down the chimney, but who came down from heaven. We invite you to join us as we You for Christmas celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.

Christmas Eve – Friday, December 24

4pm – Children’s Pageant and Eucharist Service 10pm – Holy Eucharist with Choir & Brass Ensemble

Each service proceeded by Choral Meditation and Brass Ensemble

Christmas Day – Saturday, December 25 10pm – Holy Eucharist with Carols & Homily Sunday, December 26 10pm – Holy Eucharist with Seasonal Music The Rev. Richard W. Reid The Rev. Diane Nancekivell Interim Rector Associate Interim Rector St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

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By DAVID B. CORBIN Kenyaal Johnson pumped in seven with four steals and Stephanie Green Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times points. Viking Lisa Mortkowitz added had three points for the Vikings. Union Catholic held true to its the other two points. Blue Devil “They are always a very good typical style of defensive basketball, Courtney Thornton hit a free throw, team,” said Blue Devil Head Coach then took control offensively in the then later stole the ball and followed Joe Marino of the Vikings. “We second half to defeat the Westfield with a lay-up and teammate Lindsey worked hard in the first half and I High School girls, 36-27, in both El Koury hit for two. believed that if we came out and teams’ opener in Scotch Plains on Fouls and free throws dictated the worked as hard in the second half, it December 17. Viking Shrita Smith final period as the Vikings hit 11 of would have been a different story.” led all scoring with 12 points and their 15 points from the foul line and The major downfall of the Blue also led in steals with six. the Blue Devils sank six of their 11 Devils in the second half was turn- Both teams, presenting very young points. Green hit two free throws and overs. It happened “when we started squads, had to persevere the jitters Smith rolled in a lay-up and a free passing the ball instead of putting the which accompany a season-opening throw, making the score 26-16 before ball on the floor and hesitating,” game. Bad passes, steals and cau- Kristen Leonardis made a steal and pointed out Marino. “That’s some- tious play dictated the first half but converted it to a lay-up for the Devils. thing we have to work on.” David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times not scoring as the Blue Devils strolled Blue Devil Jackie Cusimano hit a “The way we played in the first GETTING THE OFFENSIVE REBOUND…Senior Co-Captain Ron Jenerette, No. 33, goes for the offensive rebound into the locker room with an 11-7 three-pointer midway through the half, we were lucky to win,” said against the Linden Tigers in Scotch Plains. The Tigers roared and won, 65-47. lead. Blue Devil Karen Manahan led fourth, then afterwards, only free Viking Head Coach Kathy Matthews. at intermission with four points. throws were made. “Like Westfield, we are a very young Smith carried three points into the Thornton finished with seven team also. We do a lot of pressing locker room. points, Jesenia Gonzales had four because we have a lot of depth, but HERRMANN SINKS 12; FEELEY, BROWN PULL DOWN 6 The tide turned drastically in the points and four steals, Manahan had along with that you have all of these third period as the Vikings took ad- six points and Val Griffeth added two different 10 kids. And with these 10 vantage of turnovers and outscored points and four steals for the Blue kids it took a whole half to get on the Blue Devils, 14-5, to take a 21-16 Devils. Johnson finished with 10 track, and you can’t do that.” Linden Tigers, Tate Smother lead. Smith scored five of her points points and four steals, Hope Loeffler Westfield 3 8 5 11 27 during that period and teammate had five points, Jen Schultz had one Union Catholic 4 3 14 15 36 Raider Basketballers, 65-47

By DAVID B. CORBIN Raider Mike Jackson also added a period. Junior center Andy Feeley Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times three-pointer in the period. had four points and Jenerette had Led by superstar Jamaal Tate, the The Tigers continued and added to three in the period. Linden High School boys basketball their 20-9 first quarter lead by The Raiders got their opportunity team made great use of its superior outscoring the Raiders 21-8 in the in the final period and began to hit team speed and athletic ability to second quarter. The quarter began the mark as they outscored the Ti- subdue the Scotch Plains-Fanwood with slam dunk contests. Tate stuffed gers 23-8. Herrmann hit for seven squad, 65-47, in the season opener in first, then Brown followed with one of points, which included a slick steal Scotch Plains on December 17. Tate his own. Later, Tate came back with that resulted in a three pointer. stuffed in 30 points to lead all scoring another. Toward the end of the period, Sophomore Steve Williams sank six, while senior Dave Herrmann led the the Tigers were awarded four free Harold Burwell hit four foul shots Raiders with 12 points. throws on a coach’s technical foul. and Adam Bendik and Feeley added Like lightning, the Tigers struck, The Raiders were victims of 11 three points each. taking advantage of four steals, high- steals in the first half and were out- The Raiders finished with 32 re- lighted by an ‘Allie Oop” slam dunk rebounded, 19-14. Not only was Tate bounds, 20 defensive and 12 offen- by Tate, to take a 12-0 lead before an offensive terror, but he added 11 sive. Feeley and Brown had six each, Herrmann hit for two with less than rebounds for the Tigers. Herrmann, sophomore Brian Schiller had four, five minutes left of the first period. Brown and Ron Jenerette each had Herrmann had five followed by More steals followed by layups put three rebounds for the Raiders. Jenerette and Williams with four each. the Tigers up 17-2, then Raider Der- Brown had all six of his points and Schiller also added two points. rick Brown sank two free throws. Herrmann had four of his points in The Raiders played North Later, Tiger Greg Parker stole the the first half while Tate struck for 16 Plainfield yesterday and will host an David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times ball, made a slam dunk but “hot and Parker sank 13. annual Holiday Tournament today ATTEMPTING TO PASS PAST WICKS…Viking Hope Loeffler, No. 43, hopes to find a way to pass past Blue Devil Val dogged” by hanging on the rim. A The Tigers continued with their and on December 28. Wicks, No. 12, in order to get the ball to Viking Kenyaal Johnson, No. 10. See another picture on page 14. technical was called. Brown went to basketball larceny and extended their Linden (1-0) 20 21 16 8 65 the line and hit both of his free throws. lead to 57-24 by the end of the third Sc Pl-Fanwood 9 8 7 23 47 Blue Devil Matmen Experience GYMNASTICS, FITNESS WAS A FAMILY WAY OF LIFE ‘Trial by Fire’ at Panther Quad Coach Kovac Says Farewell; By DAVID B. CORBIN score with an escape in the second, Villane, 16-1, 3:41 Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times but later Schoening was awarded a 140: — Anthony Gabriele (RP) p. An- There is nothing like opening a takedown to take a 4-2 lead. thony Tomasso, 1:25 season facing three tough teams in Schoening added an escape to start 145: — Bob Appello (RP) p. Dan Is an All-Around Champion the same day. And that is what the the third, then the touch-and-go por- Caprario, 1:45 young Westfield High School wres- tion of the bout began. Entangled on 152: — Gary Taluba (RP) p. Kyle tling team did at the Roselle Park Swingle, 1:58 By DAVID B. CORBIN gymnasts. West Chester State, in Pennsylvania, the mat, Kivetz appeared to be slip- 160: — Shawn Kachnowski (RP) p. Chris Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Quad meet on December 18. The ping behind to set up a takedown In her 11 years as Head Coach, Kovac received a degree in Sociol- Gismodi, :56 A lifetime of gymnastics ex- Kovac transformed the Blue Dev- ogy. Blue Devils suffered defeats of 79-0, followed by a possible pinning move. 171: — Doug Schoening (RP) d. Mike perience was part of what 81-0, and 37-12 at the hands of But instead, seconds later, Schoening ils into a state powerhouse, Her gymnastics prowess allowed Kivetz, 7-4 former Westfield High School finishing second with her the opportunities to tour through- Roselle Park, Woodbridge and slipped around Kivetz and recorded 189: — Scarly Elmora (RP) p. Justin gymnastics Head Coach Ellen Lawrence, respectively. the takedown. Kivetz followed with a Reyes, 3:04 a 13-0 record. As out the United States, Canada and Kovac had to offer. But, even reported in Europe. Mike Kivetz at 171, Chris MacKay reversal and began working on a 215: — Nate Mooney (RP) p. Chris more than that, Kovac was a cham- at 215 and Nick Clark at heavy- power half as time ran out. Schoening MacKay, 1:50 “I guess my parents paid some- Hwt: — Jason Vargas (RP) p. Nick pion in her own right and transferred times and the Sokol organization weight, were the only Blue Devils to won 7-4. that aura of perfection to her young register victories. Against Lawrence, “I tried to throw his right leg over Clarke, 1:44 sponsored me,” commented Kovac. Kivetz won a 7-3 decision over Ryan my head and I heard coach yelling for “And, when I was in college Bell, MacKay decisioned Dave me to reach for the head and get the Bosak, 5-2, and Clark pinned Brian half in quick,” explained Kivetz of Livingston in :19. the crucial entanglement. “I guess Blue Devil Bowlers Win Junior 135-pounder Jimmy Villane that I should have slowed down a the Novem- dropped a hard fought, 8-6, decision little more and came from a different ber 25 issue of to Justin Graci of Woodbridge, then angle.” First Four Matches The Westfield was out-pointed, 17-11, by Allen These two athletes will be no Leader and The and went to Wilson of Lawrence. strangers to each other in the near Times of Scotch the nationals, Things were obviously rough By DAVID B. CORBIN The Blue Devils, in a very close Plains-Fanwood, the college future. “I will see him in the holiday Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times series, out-totaled Irvington, 2,892- against Roselle Park, the Quad win- tournament and the counties. I hope Kovac left the Blue paid for it. On ner; however, a classic bout occurred Featuring three freshmen, the 2,852. Devils, having won six- one of the to win those,” commented Kivetz. Westfield High School bowling team “Irvington is an absolutely talented between Kivetz and Panther Doug The Panthers went on to defeat straight Union County tour trips, we Schoening at 171. Schoening boasts overcame its inconsistency and won team and we weren’t expected to titles and two straight actually got Lawrence 54-10, then stopped its first four matches of the season at win,” said Tirone. a list of titles which include two Woodbridge, 40-28. North 2 titles, while ex- paid a little.” Union County titles, a district title Highway Bowl in Union. The Blue The Devils won the first game, tending their unbeaten Consider- and two Blue Devil Classic titles. Roselle Park 79, Westfield 0 Devils began by taking five from 960-923, the second game, 938-895, dual meet streak to 22. ing her most 103, 112, 119: — RP by forfeits Kearny on December 7, followed by and rolled their best game with a 994 Born in Little Falls, memorable expe- Schoening slipped under for a 125: — Rory Adams (RP) p. John single-leg takedown in the first pe- a 5-2 victory over Seton Hall on in game three, but the Blue Knights New York, Ellen rience, Kovac said, Leonardis, 1:47 December 9. On December 14, the riod, then Kivetz promptly retaliated 130: — RP by forfeit exploded the pins with a 1,041 game. (Babuska) Kovac was “The trips to Europe with an escape. Kivetz evened the 135: — Bryan Garrison (RP) tf. Jim young Blue Devils stunned a very Freshman Scott Villa had the high drawn to gymnastics were most valuable, be- tough Irvington team, 5-2, then fin- Blue Devil series with a 617 with mainly through her cause when you see other ished by crushing Newark East Side, games of 223, 168 and 226. Merotta father’s influence. people living without the same 7-0, on December 16. had the high game of 256 and fin- “My father was a assumptions that Americans “We have been coming through ished with a 601 series. Rothstein member of a club called have, the same importance. One and everybody has been chipping turned in games of 202 and 214 and Sokol, which was a fra- example is refrigeration. Europe- in,” said Blue Devil Head Coach Masket rolled a 595 series. Two Blue ternal organization of ans basically bought their food ev- Mike Tirone. “We started poorly in Knight keglers, Mike Myers and gymnastics. He joined ery day and used it all that same the first match against Kearny then Jermaine Wilson rolled a 255 and because he wanted to get day.” exploded.” 235, respectively, in the third game. strong for football,” said Much has changed in gymnastics After dropping the first match, 808- The rolling was smooth against Kovac. “He continued since Kovac’s high school days. 826, the Blue Devils roared back to Newark East Side as the Devils with it all of his life and “Years ago the equipment was no- take the second, 959-745, and the bowled them over with a 2,687-1,890, when he had children, where near as sophisticated as it is third 954-920, to win total pins. Se- total, winning the first game, 874- we all became members now. Nobody made their living from nior Co-Captain Chris Merotta led 679, the second, 900-640, and the of Sokol. When I was being a gymnastics coach. When you the assault with a high series of 619 third, 913-571. Dan Rock was the around eight or nine, we did gymnastics, it was strictly as a which included a high game of 226. big roller in this match with a season- moved to Perth Amboy and hobby, as a sport, a means of exercis- Freshman Willie Masket had the high high series of 621, including games continued with a Sokol group.” ing. It was geared more toward basic game of 236 and turned in a fine of 207 and 223. Sokol is a Czechoslovakian word physical fitness and group activi- series of 606. In previous years, the Blue Devils which means falcon, signifying a ties.” The Blue Devils out-totaled Seton competed at Clark Lanes in Clark, no strong, swift fearless bird. The Sokol Although most of the equipment, Hall, 2,568-2,420, but had a similar longer in existence, and Tirone noted groups were begun by Czechoslova- in name, still remains, one piece, the start as in the Kearny match. Merotta the similarities. “They are usually kian immigrants in the United States trampoline, is no longer used in com- had games of 212 and 203 and fresh- dressed pretty decently, so it is not around the turn of the century. petition. “I never considered myself man Matt Rothstein rolled a high of very different from Clark. So that’s From 1964-69, Kovac was the New big on the trampoline. My strongest 225. how we are doing so well.” Jersey State All Around Champion, events were bars and beam. And my “It was almost a complete replica Considering the Blue Devils’ out- six consecutive years and became an dance skills were strong.” of the Kearny match,” commented look, Tirone pointed out, “We never Olympic qualifier. In 1968, she was Back then, Kovac’s routine on the Tirone. “I believe part of our incon- had three freshmen on the varsity ninth All Around in the Women’s beam consisted of splits, a Stagg sistency is that we are starting three starting team since I started the team Collegiate Nationals and from 1967- handstand rolling to a straddle, whip David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times freshmen. Probably, it’s because we 20 years ago. There are a lot of tal- 79, she was the National Sokol rolls and a press to a handstand in- ATTEMPTING TO SCOOT AROUND…Blue Devil senior Mike Kivetz, right, are very young.” ented teams we have to face and we Women’s All Around Champion. cluded with several graceful maneu- attempts to scoot behind Panther Doug Schoening during his 171 pound bout. The stunner and the real consis- may be inconsistent but we expect to During her college years at West vers and spins. See another picture on page 14. tent match came at the right time. be competitive.” Chester University, then known as CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 14 Thursday, December 23, 1999 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION High School Girls Coach Ellen Kovac Says Farewell; Basketball Results DECEMBER 17: Cranford 55, Shabazz 50 Is a Champion Throughout The Cougars outscored the Bull- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 dogs, 11-6 in overtime to seize the victory. Christina Clark netted 12 “Nowadays, with all of the private too bad because, “basic gymnastics is just a good activity,” expressed Kovac. points and 13 rebounds for the victors. clubs and new equipment, we have a fun- damental that “That’s what I wish people would go Cranford (1-0) 7 13 8 16 11 55 really increased to incredibly diffi- trains the body for.” Shabazz (0-1) 12 9 13 10 6 50 in a good way for cult levels. Now there is quite a gap Fitness still runs in her family. Union 59, Irvington 28 between basic gymnastics and com- any sport. It One sister owns a gymnastics school Jayme Gray sunk 22 points as the petitive gymnastics.” increases in Indiana and another is a school strength, Farmers had no mercy and buried the Kovac recognized that the transi- teacher in Maryland and has always Blue Knights in Union turf. tion has not been good for overall coordina- had an after-school gymnastics pro- gymnastics tion and gram. Two other sisters and a brother Oak Knoll 48, Brearley 28 “I have my roots more in basic, flexibil- had also been involved in teaching Kate Abramson led the Royals with physical fitness type of gymnas- ity. It’s gymnastics. 12 points in Summit. tics. I think that the change did On December 30, Kovac will take Brearley (0-1) 4 8 8 6 28 hurt in the schools,” said Kovac. her skill and wonderful sincerity to Oak Knoll (1-0) 16 11 12 9 48 “Many schools used to offer Zlate Moravce, Slovakia where she basic gymnastics. I think when will teach English for one year. Wolverines Skim some of the standards for The people of Zlate Moravce have David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times equipment got higher and a lot to be thankful for once KEEPING CLOSE GUARD…Blue Devil Courtney Thornton, No. 23, keeps more expensive and some Kovac arrives with her aura very close to Viking Shrita Smith, No. 45, as she dribbles down court. See Tarheels, 66-64 of the skills became more of perfection. another picture on page 14. The Wolverines of the Westfield dangerous, those schools Senior Basketball Association have shied away skimmed the Tarheels, 66-64, on from it.” High School Boys Viking Boys Stop December 15. Wolverine Will It is Cashman led all scoring with 24 Basketball Results Newark Central points and Mike Nahaczewski led The Union Catholic High School the Tarheels with 21 points. DECEMBER 17: boys basketball team started on the Wolverines: Will Cashman 9-0-6-24, Union 58, Irvington 43 right foot by stopping Newark Cen- Dean Ricca 3-2-0-12, Erik Schoenemann Jimmy Nann netted 22 points and tral, 69-59, in Newark. Kurt Simmons 4-0-0-8, Shaun Brown 0, Gary Castaldo Rob Zinkowicz scored nine points was the lead Viking with 24 points. 4-0-1-9, Shaun Simone 1-0-0-2, Diego Ellen Kovac with son Lance, center, and daughter Brandi and grabbed 10 rebounds for the Vargas 0-1-0-3, Brian Clancy 2-0-2-6, Photographs were taken by Tom Salvas The Vikings got the cushion they Chris Newman 1-0-0-2 Farmers. needed when they outscored New- Union (1-0) 19 13 8 18 58 ark, 35-25, in the first half. Joey Tarheels: Brian Kemps 3-3-0-15, Highlanders Crush Irvington (0-1) 14 11 7 11 43 Green dropped in 22 points, William Adam Kaye 1-0-0-2, Jeff Bendix 0, Rob Roselle Catholic 57, A. L. Johnson Roguso 2-0-1-5, Greg Elliott 0, Blair White had 10, Chris Gainey sank Richardson 3-0-0-6, Jason Bonsall 0, Lady Comets, 53-22 34 eight and Guy Varady added three for Tony Ciullo 4-1-4-15, Mike Nahaczewski Phil Bauknight of the Lions the Vikings. 7-2-1-21 The Governor Livingston High pumped in 25 points to rip the Cru- Union Catholic 15 20 13 21 69 Wolverines (1-0) 10 15 18 23 66 School girls basketball team opened saders. Newark Central 9 16 12 22 59 Tarheels (0-1) 8 14 16 26 64 its season in a big way by crushing A. L. Johnson (0-1) 6 11 8 9 34 the Hillside Comets, 53-22, in Ber- Roselle Cath. (1-0) 17 13 16 11 57 keley Heights on December 17. Jen Local High School Calabrese did the most pulverizing Rahway 62, Roselle 57 Raider Matmen Top by scoring 22 points and grabbing 12 Indian Cisco Garay fired in 22 points and Anthony Jordan and John Kardinals, 43-32 Hockey Results: rebounds. DECEMBER 13: The Highlanders held a 26-5 lead Rodroguez each sank 12. The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Summit 9, Westfield 2 at the half and yielded only five more Roselle (0-1) 8 14 15 20 57 High School wrestling team opened Rahway (1-0) 19 17 12 14 62 The Blue Devils had a rough start in the third before playing the re- its season with a 43-32 whipping at the Cron Tournament at Warinanco serves. Freshman Meagan Butler hit DECEMBER 18: of the Kardinals in Kearny on De- three foul shots and added two field Union 61, North Bergen 39 Rink in Roselle. Hilltopper Matt cember 17. The Raiders racked up Starker netted three goals. goals for seven points. Muhammad Oliver bucketed 16 six pins, one major decision and a Hillside (0-1) 3 2 5 12 22 points and Damiem Wittington sank decision. DECEMBER 14: Gov. Liv. (1-0) 15 11 19 8 53 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times 12 for the Farmers. Beginning at 103, sophomore A. L. Johnson 5, Governor TRYING TO MAINTAIN CONTROL…Blue Devil Jim Villane, front, tries to Union (2-0) 10 16 15 20 61 Matt DiNicolo won a, 12-2, major- Livingston 3 PUBLIC NOTICE maintain control as Panther Bryan Garrison attempts to free his leg during the N. Bergen (0-1) 11 7 11 10 39 ity decision over Minh Lee, then Despite three goals from High- 135 pound bout at the Roselle Park Quad meet. senior Mike Loewinger clipped lander Pat Higgens, the Crusaders TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Angel Colone’s wings in :43 at 119. prevailed. Brian Yawlak and Jeff NOTICE TO BIDDERS Area High School At 125, sophomore Lucas Zavilla ripped in two goals apiece Local Area High School and Rich McCarrick netted one for Invitations are extended to qualified Bid- Francavilla, wrestling probably his ders to bid for the following Project: Wrestling Results best varsity match, defeated Tony the Crusaders. RESIDENTIAL CLEAN UP Carratura, 4-1. Morris Knolls 5, Cranford 1 Bids will be accepted only by mail or in DECEMBER 17: Swimming Results: person to the Office of the Township Clerk, The Raiders increased their lead Will Humphries scored the sole Westfield 63, Newark East to 19-6 when senior A. J. Romeo Scotch Plains Municipal Building, 430 Park Side 18 goal for the Cougars. Shane Brower Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 DECEMBER 14: decked Rob DiGravina in 4:20. Then flicked in two goals while Joe DeLuca, (ATTN: Barbara Riepe, Township Clerk) Blue Devil John Leonardis de- 100 breast- Marissa Melendez (SPF) after losing the next four weight until MARCH 1, 2000 AT 10:00 A.M. The feated Alexy Mendez, 12-11, at 125. Governor Livingston Girls 107, 1:29.47 Chris Bender and George Cummings Township of Scotch Plains (hereinafter Millburn 63 400 free relay- SPF (Frank Grecco, classes, senior Mike Grabel recorded added one each for the Morris Knolls Tony Tomasso pinned Giovanni a 1:17 fall over Ricky Rivera at 160. “Township”) shall not be responsible for any Merchannio in 5:13 at 140, Kyle 200 medley relay- GL (Jessica Ben Flath, A. Grecco, Julia Sheffield) icemen who jumped to 4-1. Cranford bid mailed which is lost in transit or delivered Nichols, Sandy Zeah, Jenn Pflug, Karen 4:21.13 Junior Greg Paterson pinned Vinnie skid to 2-3-1. late by the Postal Service. At the above time, Swingle pinned Lennon Marafigo Bocian) Governor Livingston Girls (5-1) Aloit in 3:35 at 171, Junior Gary the bids will be publicly opened and read in 5:52 at 152 and Chris MacKay Cousar showed Steve Conti the DECEMBER 15: aloud. All bids must be presented in sealed 200 free- Erin Tully (GL) 2:17.35 95, Union 75 pinned Hector Reyes in 1:10 at 215. 200 IM- Zeah (GL) 2:28.41 lights in 49 seconds at 215 and Mendham 9, Westfield 0 envelopes which are clearly marked “Bid 200 medley relay- GL (Jessica The Blue Devils were rattled by for Residential Clean Up”, 430 Park Av- DECEMBER 18: 50 free- Bocian (GL) 27.2 Nichols, Sandy Zeah, Jen Pflug, Karen freshman Matt Loomis crushed Jim enue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076". Brearley 58, Millburn 14 100 free- Bocian (GL) 1:01.56 Morrass in :22 at heavyweight. Rob Loderstedt’s four goals at the No bid will be received after the time and Bocian) 2:03.41 Brearley 65, Roselle Catholic 15 500 free- Tara Finley (GL) 6:03.2 200 free- Tara Finley (GL) 2:18.32 Cron Tournament at Warinanco Park. date specified. 200 free relay- GL (Ashley Farrell, After receipt of bids, no bid may be with- Brearley 48, Columbia 30 200 IM- Zeah (GL) 2:29.74 Finley, Madeline West, Tina Coviella) 50 free- Bocian (GL) 26.18 drawn within sixty (60) days after the date of The Bears exercised their muscle 100 breast- Zeah (GL) 1:19.18 the bid opening except if provided for herein. and readiness with three convinc- 100 fly- Kruger (U) The bid of any Bidder who consents to an ing victories. Stefano Sarracino at DECEMBER 16 100 free- Bocian (GL) 59.6 extension may be held for consideration for Scotch Plains-Fanwood (Coed) 100, 500 free- Finley (GL) 6:02.7 a longer period of time as may be agreed 125, Mike Puorro at 135, Attila 200 free relay- GL (Melissa Ebert, upon between Bidder and the Township. Vigilante at 145 and Ricky Miceli Newark East Side 32 All bids must be on the bid forms provided The Raiders upped their record to Finley, Madeleine West, Ashley Farrell) at 160 each won three impressive 2:01.81 by the Township of Scotch Plains In the Bid victories. 2-0 with by overwhelming the Red Package. Specifications and bid forms may Raiders. 100 back- Nichols (GL) 1:12.66 be obtained at a fee of non-refundable twenty- Union 60, Irvington 24 100 breast- Kruger (U) five dollars ($25.00) at the Department of 200 medley relay- SPF (Amy 400 free relay- GL (Zeah, Pflug, Public Property, 2445 Plainfield Avenue, The Farmers won their opener by Swenson, Jen Bassman, Jen Curran, Dara Bocian, Finley) 4:08.3 Scotch Plains, between the hours of 8:30 stomping the Blue Knights. Gra- Reeves) 2:17.74 AM and 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. ham Markel at 130, Robert Mann at 200 free- Chris Wetleson (SPF) Governor Livingston Boys (3-2) Bid proposals and all required documents 140, Jeff Bubnowski at 145 and 2:10.69 106, Union 60 must be completed and submitted by the Barry Stein at 171 all recorded pins. 200 IM- Chris Smith (SPF) 2:27.93 200 medley relay- GL (Justin date as set forth above. All documents in the 50 free- Ben Flath (SPF) 27.91 Zimmerman, J. D. McMillin, Brett enclosed Bid Package must accompany the 100 fly- Jim King (SPF) 1:09.57 Nichols, Marc Messa) 1:54.93 bid proposal. PUBLIC NOTICE In addition to the above documents, a 100 free- Bassman (SPF) 59.06 200 free- Hearwe (U) certified check, cashier’ s check or bid bond BOROUGH OF FANWOOD 500 free- Charlie Rowe (SPF) 4:55. 0 200 IM- Nichols (GL) 2:07.83 issued by a responsible bank, trust com- PLANNING BOARD 200 free relay- SPF (A Grecco, Mark 50 free- Swingle (U) pany or insurance company, payable to the Notice is hereby given that the PLAN- Colello, Shannon McEneely, Allison 100 fly- Hillman (U) Township of Scotch Plains shall be submit- NING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF Hessemer) 1:58.86 100 free- Zimmerman (GL) 55.04 ted with each bid as a guaranty that if a FANWOOD after public hearing granted 100 back- Evan Flath (SPF) 1:16.9 500 free- Nichols (GL) 5:12.68 contract is awarded the Bidder shall execute approval to Mr. Tomas Frias to expand the 200 free relay- GL (Jeff Karl, Messa, said Contract. The Bid Security shall be in kitchen on the property at 115 Cray Terrace, Brett McMillin, Tice Gunther) 1:57.43 the amount of ten percent (10%) of the total Fanwood, New Jersey being Block No. 81, PUBLIC NOTICE David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times amount of the bid or Twenty-Thousand Dol- Lot No. 4. 100 back- Zimmerman (GL) 1:05.57 SCRAMBLING FOR THE BALL…Raiders Derrick Brown, left, and Dave lars ($20,000.00), whichever is lower. Documents pertaining to this application BOROUGH OF FANWOOD 100 breast- J. D. McMillin 1:09.52 Herrmann, right, sandwich Tiger Jamaal Tate in order to grab a loose ball The Successful Bidder shall be required are available for public inspection at the PLANNING BOARD 400 free relay- GL (Nichols, Karl, during the home opener in Scotch Plains. to submit a Performance Bond in an amount Borough Hall during normal business hours. Notice is hereby given that the PLAN- Scott Santos, Mike Oliver) 4:01.46 equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the Mr. Tomas Frias NING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF PUBLIC NOTICE amount of the accepted bid at the time of 115 Cray Terrace FANWOOD after public hearing granted PUBLIC NOTICE contract execution. A consent of Surety Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 approval to Mr. David Jaxheimer for a use PUBLIC NOTICE SHERIFF’S SALE regarding bonds required by the Contract 1 T – 12/23/99, The Times Fee: $14.79 variance to add a residential use on existing SHERIFF’S SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Documents shall also be submitted with the commercial site on the property at 38 South 2000 REGULAR MEETING OF THE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, bid. Sureties shall be licensed and/or autho- PUBLIC NOTICE Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey being Block PLANNING BOARD CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DOCKET NO. F-3786-99. rized to transact business in the State of No. 56 Lot No. 4. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS DOCKET NO. F-5582-99. OCWEN FEDERAL BANK FSB PLAIN- New Jersey and be acceptable to the Au- SHERIFF’S SALE Documents pertaining to this application In compliance with the Open Public Meet- COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC., TIFF vs. SANDRA DEE HANKINS AND thority. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, are available for public inspection at the ings Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975, Regular PLAINTIFF vs. DARLENE JONES, DE- MR. HANKINS, DEFENDANT. All bid Security, except the Bid Security of CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Borough Hall during normal business hours. Meetings of the Planning Board of the Town- FENDANT. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, the three (3) apparent lowest responsible DOCKET NO. F-6719-99. Mr. David Jaxheimer ship of Scotch Plains, Union County, New CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DATED SEPTEMBER 28, 1999 FOR SALE Bidders shall, if requested in writing, be BANKERS TRUST COMPANY, AS 1340 Cushing Road Jersey, will be held in the Council Cham- DATED OCTOBER 1, 1999 FOR SALE OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. returned after ten (10) days from the open- TRUSTEE, PLAINTIFF vs. VICTOR Y. Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 bers, First Floor, Municipal Building, 430 OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- ing of the bids (Sundays and holiday ex- ARIAS, ET AL., DEFENDANT. 1 T – 12/23/99, The Times Fee: $15.81 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, at By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by cepted) and the bids of such Bidders shall CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, 7:30 p.m. for a Subcommittee meeting, if tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union be considered withdrawn. DATED OCTOBER 4, 1999 FOR SALE PUBLIC NOTICE applicable, or 8:00 p.m. for Public Hearings public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, The Township reserves the right to reject OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. on the following Mondays in 2000, unless County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY any or all bids, and to waive immaterial By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- TOWN OF WESTFIELD otherwise indicated: Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY THE 19TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 informalities, or to accept any bid which, in tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Public Notice is hereby given that ordi- January 3 THE 19TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All the opinion of the Township of Scotch Plains, public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union nances as follows were passed and adopted January 19 (Wednesday) at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All successful bidders must have 20% of their will be in the best interest of the Township all County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, by the Council of the Town of Westfield at a February 7 successful bidders must have 20% of their bid available in cash or certified check at the in accordance with the New Jersey Local Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY meeting thereof held December 21, 1999. February 23 (Wednesday) bid available in cash or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. Public Contracts Law N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et THE 19TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 Bernard A. Heeney March 6 conclusion of the sales. The judgment amount is $64,629.55. seq. In the event of an equal or tie bid, the at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All Town Clerk March 20 The judgment amount is $115,364.81. The property to be sold is located in the Township shall award the bid to the Bidder successful bidders must have 20% of their GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1752 April 3 The property to be sold is located in the CITY of Elizabeth, New Jersey 07201, which, in the Township’s sole discretion, bid available in cash or certified check at the AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND April 17 CITY of ELIZABETH, New Jersey 07206, County of UNION and State of New Jersey. best serves the interest of the Township. conclusion of the sales. THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF May 1 County of UNION and State of New Jersey. Commonly known as: 1018 FLORA The Township also reserves the right to The judgment amount is $116,662.59 WESTFIELD CHAPTER 2, “AD- May 15 Commonly known as: 307 COURT STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY reject any and all bids if sufficient funds are MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth. MINISTRATION”, ARTICLE VII, June 5 STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY 07201. not available and/or appropriated. COUNTY: Union STATE OF NEW JER- DEPARTMENTS, DIVISION 4, June 19 07206. Tax Lot No. 727 in Block No. 8. The selected Bidders will, within seven (7) SEY. DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC July 5 (Wednesday) Tax Lot No. 124 in Block No. 3. Dimension of Lot: approximately 25 feet days of award of the bid, enter into an STREET AND STREET NO.: 525 WORKS, BY ADDING A NEW July 17 Dimension of Lot: approximately 25 feet wide by 100 feet long. appropriate contract with the Township, All Livingston Street. SECTION August 7 wide by 75 feet long. Nearest Cross Street: Catherine Street. Bidders must comply with P.L. 1975, Chap- TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK NO. 3 August 21 Nearest Cross Street: Third Street. Situate at a point on the southwesterly ter 127, entitled “An Act Relating to Affirma- LOT NO. 689. GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1753 September 6 (Wednesday) Situate at a point on the easterly sideline of sideline of Flora Street distance approxi- tive Action in Relation to Discrimination in DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 25 feet x 100 AN ORDINANCE REQUIRING September 18 Court Street distance approximately 75 feet mately 345 feet southeasterly from its inter- Connection with Certain Public Contracts feet. COMPETITIVE PROPOSALS October 2 northerly from its intersection with the north- section with the easterly sideline of Catherine and Supplementing the ‘Law Against Dis- NEAREST CROSS STREET: 300 feet FOR PROFESSIONAL SER- October 16 erly sideline of Third Street. Street. crimination’ approved April 16, 1945 (P.L. from Fifth Street. VICE CONTRACTS November 6 There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of 1945, Chapter 169)”, N.J.A.C. 17:27, as There is due approximately the sum of GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1754 November 20 $118,465.99 together with lawful interest $66,452.94 together with lawful interest and amended from time to time, and the Ameri- $119,796.21 together with lawful interest AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND December 4 and costs. costs. cans With Disability Act. and costs. THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF December 18 There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in Where applicable, prevailing wage rate There is a full legal description on file in WESTFIELD CHAPTER 13 In accordance with the Americans With the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. shall be paid to all workers on the job as per the Union County Sheriff’s Office. “MOTOR VEHICLES AND Disabilities Act, any person that might re- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn N.J.A.C. 34:11-56, 25 et seq. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn TRAFFIC” SECTION 13-49 quire special needs should be in touch with this sale. this sale. BY ORDER OF THE TOWNSHIP OF this sale. the Board Office during normal business RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH SCOTCH PLAINS OF THE COUNTY OF RALPH FROEHLICH GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1755 hours so that their needs may be addressed SHERIFF SHERIFF UNION, STATE OF NEW JERSEY. SHERIFF AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND (visually or hearing impaired, wheelchair FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, FEIN, SUCH KAHN & SHEPARD, WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR., Attorney THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF bound, etc.). Attorney Attorney Thomas Atkins 737 Stokes Road WESTFIELD, CHAPTER 13, All interested persons may be present and Suite 201 Suite 201 Municipal Manager P. O. Box 1088 “MOTOR VEHICLES AND be heard. 7 Century Drive 7 Century Drive Thomas Atkins Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 TRAFFIC”, BY AMENDING Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Barbara Riepe CH-754841 (WL) CERTAIN PROVISIONS Barbara Horev CH-754850 (WL) CH-754849 (WL) Township Clerk 4 T - 12/23, 12/30/99, THEREOF Secretary to the Planning Board 4 T - 12/23, 12/30/99, 4 T - 12/23, 12/30/99, 1 T – 12/23/99, The Times Fee: $90.27 1/6 &1/13/00 Fee: $163.20 1 T – 12/23/99, The Leader Fee: $32.13 1 T – 12/23/99, The Times Fee: $47.94 1/6 &1/13/00 Fee: $177.48 1/6 &1/13/00 Fee: $179.52 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, December 23, 1999 Page 15 Canuck Boys Reject Highlander Matmen Improve; Raider Cagers, 49-42 The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School boys basketball team was bur- Need More Mat Experience ied, 13-2, in the first quarter by North Plainfield and had to play catch up By FRED LECOMTE good opener for this young team, and good insight as to what lies ahead for but never did, as they fell, 49-42, in Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times a nice workout for some of our upper- the Highlanders. North Plainfield on December 20. Last year, the Governor Livingston class wrestlers”. Governor Livingston 58, Rutgers The Raiders picked up some ground Highlander wrestling team had a to- Marcantonio at 160, Williams at Prep 16 in the second quarter by outscoring tal of just 12 wrestlers. Team stars 189 and Farrell at 171 led by ex- 103: — Vanderveer (GL) md. Art Crys- the Canucks, 16-11, to close the gap Brett Vanderveer and Kris Lecomte ample with impressive victories. tal, 14-6 to 24-18; however, even scoring ball have graduated, leaving premium se- Marcantonio pinned all three of his 112: — Fullowan (GL) won by forfeit in the second half preserved the vic- niors Tim Marcantonio, Fred Will- opponents in rapid fashion. Farrell 119: — Fred Kim (RP) md. Matt Sidie, 20-8 tory for North Plainfield. iams and Mike Farrell. However, racked up two wins and Williams 125: — Robert Cheese (RP) p. Eric Junior center Andy Feeley fired in there is good news this season. pinned both of his opponents and Serrano, 3:38 18 points and senior Ron Jenerette The numbers have increased signifi- has a 3-0 record. Freshman Tim 130: — Adam Goetz (RP) p. Bill Lentis :56 sank 17. Senior Dave Herrman net- cantly with the addition of 12 fresh- Vanderveer at 103 and Matt Sidie 135: — Granholm (GL) p. Scott Kanorn, 5:03 ted five points and sophomore Brian 140: — Regenye (GL) p. Justin WAITING FOR THE FACEOFF...Pictured, left to right, are: Blue Devils Chad man, seven coming up through an at 119 rocked and rolled for two Pushel, Matt O’Neill, Chris Schwarz, Brandon Kape, Brian Luck and Dave Schiller added two. excellent Berkeley Heights P. A. L. victories each. Mike Fullowan at D’Agostino, 4:25 145: — Dan Reichard (GL) p. A. Reyer, 2:37 Strassberg. The Westfield High School ice hockey team faced off with Mendham Sc Pl-Fanwood 2 16 11 13 42 program are booted up into the starting 112 and Greg Granholm at 135 152: — Marcello Cavallaro (GL) won forfeit on December 15. North Plainfield 13 11 10 15 49 line-up role. With such a young team, both won two bouts and sophomore 160: — Marcantonio (GL) p. Kyle Ernest, :53 experience is needed, so the Highland- Jon Regenye at 140 won all three of 171: — Farrell (GL) d. Nick Venezia, ers are in the rebuilding stage. his bouts. 4-2, OT Annual Hangover 5K The Highlanders opened the sea- Vanderveer, commenting on his 189: — Williams p. Andrew Hopps, 1:49 Union Catholic High School son in a quad match held on Decem- young team mates, said “We were a bit 215: — Shawn Coughlin won by forfeit Run Announcement ber 18 at Pingry Academy. The High- nervous coming in. It’s tough, but we Hwt: — Tom Robina (GL) d. Andrew landers defeated Rutgers Prep, 58- are gaining confidence as we go on.” Venezia, 3-1, OT Winter Sports Schedule The Central Jersey Road Runners Club 16, and Montclair Kimberly, 45-18. Team captain, Marcantonio Governor Livingston 45, Montclair will conduct its 18th Annual Hangover Kimberly 28: Run 5K on Saturday, January 1. Race Their first loss came via Pingry 42- added,” As the season goes on, we’re 103: — Vanderveer (GL) p. Drew Varsity Boys Basketball Varsity Girls Basketball time is scheduled for noon at Tamaques 33. “Overall, the freshman look like only going to get better and better. Mersinger, 1:07 Head Coach: Dan Doherty Head Coach: Kathy Matthews Park in Westfield. Last year, nearly 500 a real good group”, according to coach This is going to be a good team.” 112: — Brian Picillo (M) p. Fullowan, 1:34 12/17 Central A 4:00 PM 12/17 Westfield H 4:00 PM runners competed. John Mineo. “They work hard, and Mineo was pleased with the High- 119: — Sidie (GL) p. Ty Rush 1:17 12/21 Ridge H 4:00 PM 12/21 Ridge A 4:00 PM All entrants of this event will re- give you 100 percent. This was a landers’ motivation and got a pretty 125: — Lou Waldman (M) p. Serrano, 3:51 12/28 Dayton (Tri-County) A 6:30 PM Bayonne Christmas Tournament ceive a cotton T-shirt, hot chocolate 130: — David Chitra (M) md. Lentis, 10-2 12/30 Final Round (Tri-C) A TBA 12/27 M. L. King (BCT) A 6:00 PM and bagels. There will be a random 135: — Granholm (GL) won forfeit 1/4 Hillside H 4:00 PM 12/29 Final Round (BCT) A TBA merchandise drawing, awards to the 140: — Regenye (GL) d. John Bruno, 4-3 1/6 Roselle Catholic A 7:00 PM 1/4 Hillside A 4:00 PM top three overall male and female fin- 145: — Andrew Murphy (M) d. 1/7 Rahway A 7:00 PM 1/6 Roselle Catholic H 4:00 PM ishers, age group awards, and special Reichard, 5-3 1/11 A. L. Johnson A 4:00 PM 1/7 Rahway A 4:00 PM awards to the top Westfield winners. A 152: — M. Sinclair (M) d. Cavallaro, 14-11 1/13 Governor Livingston H 4:00 PM 1/11 A. L. Johnson H 4:00 PM ceramic mug will be presented to every 160: — Marcantonio (GL) p. S. Hasany, :52 1/14 Immaculata A 7:00 PM 1/13 Governor Livingston A 4:00 PM 10th finisher. 171: — Farrell (GL) p. Taylor Cassidy, :53 1/18 Roselle H 4:00 PM 1/14 Immaculata H 7:00 PM Registration fees are $12 prior to 189: — Williams (GL) won forfeit 1/20 Central H 4:00 PM 1/18 Roselle A 4:00 PM Sunday, December 26, and $15 on race 215: — Dan Weller (M) p. Coughlin, 3:38 1/21 Ridge A 7:00 PM 1/21 Ridge H 4:00 PM day. For further information or to re- Hwt: — Robina (GL) won forfeit 1/25 Hillside A 4:00 PM 1/25 Hillside H 4:00 PM quest an application, please call race 1/28 Roselle Catholic H 4:00 PM 1/27 Roselle Catholic A 4:00 PM directors Nancy or Peter Wilderotter at Pingry 42, Governor Livingston 2/2 Rahway H 4:00 PM 2/1 Rahway H 4:00 PM (908) 464-2665 or Mark Zenobia at (2-1) 33 2/4 A. L. Johnson H 7:00 PM 2/4 A. L. Johnson A 7:00 PM (732) 381-0318. 103: — Jon DeCola (P) p. Vanderveer, 2:51 2/8 Governor Livingston A 4:00 PM 2/8 Governor Livingston H 4:00 PM 112: — Fullowan (GL) d. Ian McCallum, 4-3 2/11 Immaculata H 7:00 PM 2/11 Immaculata A 7:00 PM See it all on the web! 119: — Sidie (GL) d. Brian Martinez, 15-8 2/15 Roselle A 4:00 PM 2/15 Roselle H 4:00 PM 125: — Doug Penrose (P) p. Serrano, 1:21 www.goleader.com 130: — Nick DeAngelis (P) p. Lentis, 1:37 Varsity Bowling 135: — Chaz Barsamian (P) p. Cranholm, 1:13 Head Coach: Mike Butchko Cunningham Competes 140: — Regenye (GL) d. Matt Petrillo, 7-3 1/5 Central A 3:15 PM Well at National Cross 145: — Reichard (GL) p. Omar Nolan, 3:28 1/10 Governor Livingston A 3:15 PM 152: — Brain Neaman (P) p. Cavallaro, 2:26 1/12 Rahway A 3:15 PM Country Championship 160: — Marcantonio (GL) p. Andy 1/19 Hillside A 3:15 PM Heom, 1:48 1/24 Brearley/Dayton A 3:15 PM Robert Cunningham, a fourth 171: — Mike Schalb (P) p. Farrell, 1:46 grader at School One in Scotch Plains, ROUGH, RUGGED RAIDERS…Junior Raiders Mike Ridge, front, and Matt 1/26 Oratory A 3:15 PM 189: — Williams (GL) p. Rick Nett, 3:43 1/31 Roselle Catholic A 3:15 PM competed in the USAT&F National Nobbs wrestle off for third place in the Bantan 60 pound class at the Middlesex 215: — Elliott DeSanto (P) p. Coughlin, 1:03 Wrestling Tournament. 2/2 A. L. Johnson A 3:15 PM Junior Olympics Cross Country Hwt: — Robina (GL) won by forfeit 2/7 Immaculata A 3:15 PM Championships held on December 2/9 St. Mary’s A 3:15 PM 11 in Spartanburg, S.C. Cunningham, 2/14 Bye competing at the 3,000 meter dis- SP-F Raiders Win Scotch Plains-Fanwood 30+ 2/16 Scratch Round A 3:15 PM tance, qualified for the National 2/23 Handicap Round A 3:15 PM Championships by placing seventh Four Mat Medals in the New Jersey State Junior Olym- Basketball League Results: Varsity Swimming pic Cross County Championships. The Scotch Plains Fanwood Junior Head Coach: Jeff Reiss Cunningham then placed 15th in Raider wrestling team entered eight team Family Investors. 12/22 Dayton A 3:15 PM the Mid-Atlantic Regional Junior members in the Middlesex Wrestling Swan Motel faced Campbell’s - as 1/5 A. L. Johnson H 6:30 PM usual a great game - and won, 70-60! RECREATION STANDINGS: 1/7 Rahway A 3:30 PM Olympic Cross Country Champion- Tournament and came home with four ships held in Fort Washington, Pa. medals. Competing were: Matt Nobbs Scott Sucar, John Krotulis and John (As of December 8) 1/12 Governor Livingston H 6:30 PM and Mike Ridge at bantam 60 lbs. Dan Sullivan led the scoring for Swan. TEAM W L 1/26 Linden H 6:30 PM qualifying him to compete in the Gore at bantam 73 lbs., Sal Gano at Jason Green and Keith Ewing’s of- C&C 5 0 1/27 Plainfield H 3:00 PM USAT&F National Junior Olympics Blazers 4 1 2/1 Mtn Valley Champship TBA Cross Country Championship. Midget 65 lbs., Trevor Cannon at Midget fense was not enough for Campbell’s Family Investors 3 2 70 lbs., Patrick Mineo at Midget 90 lbs., Coach Nathanson. Swan Motel’s Basketball Jones 2 3 Matt Fleissner at Midget 63 lbs. and player/General Manager commented: Campbell’s 1 4 CHAMPS…The Scotch Plains- Ricky Olsson at Junior 73 lbs. Shootin’ & Lootin’ 1 4 Fanwood U10 United soccer boys blew The Raider wrestlers made a strong “These two teams bring out the best Paperchase 1 4 past the Rahway Blast 5-0, stomped showing with four place winners. Gore and the worst in each other. I guess the Linden Strikers 6-0, romped over took first place by pinning his opponent that’s why it is such a great rivalry!” the Sayreville Rampage 2-0 and in the finals, Nobbs came home with a A much improved Shootin’ & PUBLIC NOTICE whipped the Woodbridge Warriors 4- third place medal at bantam 60 lbs. Ridge Lootin’ took on Paperchase and won TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS 0 to win the Rahway Thanksgiving finished fourth at bantam 60 lbs. and 48-42. Tony M. and DeJuan led this NOTICE is hereby given that at a meeting Tournament. Taylor Molinaro begins Olsson also finished fourth at Junior 73 low scoring game to grab their first of the Township Council of the Township of a throw in during game one. lbs. victory of the year. Shootin’ has come Scotch Plains, held in the Council Cham- bers in the Municipal Building of said Town- very close to victory against the best ship on Tuesday, December 14, 1999, there Tarheels Feather teams in the league, only to fall short. was introduced, read for the first time, and Dave Rothenberg, the GM of Shootin’ passed on such first reading, an ordinance & Lootin’ was pleased with the play entitled: Wildcats, 71-52 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZ- The Tarheels of the Westfield Basket- lately by his teammates. Morse and ING THE USE OF A DUAL DES- Powell led the scoring for Paperchase. IGNATION TO PERMIT ball Association whipped the Wildcats, ESTABLISHED YOGA-PRANAYAMA 71-52, on December 16. Tarheel Tony The Blazers, with a 12-point defi- “SENGER PLACE” TO ALSO 1988 WESTERN STYLE cit, came back against a very talented BE NAMED “MEYER PLACE” TEACHER TRAINING Ciullo led all scoring with 25 points. The purpose of the ordinance: This ordi- 20 CLASSES PRIVATE CLASSES Randy Majocha led the Wildcats with 12 Basketball Jones squad led by floor nance authorizes the use of a dual designa- A WEEK MEDITATION points. Captain Peter Costello. Berstein and tion to permit “Senger Place” to also be Tarheels: Brian Kemps 5-1-0-13, Silbergale led last year’s League named “Meyer Place”. Adam Kaye 3-0-0-6, Jeff Bendix 1-0-0- Champions to a, 50-46, victory. A public hearing will be held on Tuesday, New Program Starts Jan. 10th 2, Rob Roguso 1-0-1-3, Greg Elliott 1-0- C&C took on Family Investors and January 11, 2000, at 8:00 p.m. in the Council COMPETING AT THE NATIONALS...Scotch Plains School One fourth grader OPEN HOUSE 0-2, Blair Richardson 1-0-0-2, Jason Chambers of the Municipal Building, or any Robert Cunningham recently competed at the National Junior Olympic Cross won 78-68. Mike Sapia scored 20 time and place to which a meeting for the Country Championships. Monday Jan. 3&10 • 4–7 p.m. Bonsall 1-0-0-2, Tony Ciullo 5-5-0-25, points and Kevin “Money” White further consideration of such ordinance shall Mike Nahaczewski 2-3-0-13, Chris Thursday Jan. 6 • 2–5 p.m. scored 22 points to lead the first place from time to time be adjourned, and all PUBLIC NOTICE Saturday Jan. 8 • 1–4 p.m. Newman 1-0-1-3 persons interested will be given an opportu- C&C to their fifth-straight victory. nity to be heard concerning such ordinance. PUBLIC NOTICE LIQUOR LICENSE TRANSFER NICOLE’S YOGA CENTER Wildcats: Brian Osborn 3-0-2-8, Foley and Glock led the scoring for A copy of same may be obtained from the Take notice that Ortheon Corporation lo- (908) 789-6426 Randy Majocha 6-0-0-12, Alex Lau 2-0- office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park Av- TOWN OF WESTFIELD cated at 1934 Route 22, Scotch Plains, New WESTFIELD RECREATION 94 North Avenue, Garwood 0-4, Oscar Perez 2-2-0-10, Joe Hubbard enue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, between Jersey has applied to the Municipal Council www.nicolesyogacenter.com 2-1-0-7, Ryan Miller 1-0-0-2, Ivan See it all on the web! the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday COMMISSION of the Township of Scotch Plains in the through Friday by any member of the gen- 2000 MEETING DATES County of Union, New Jersey for transfer of Villafane-0, Matt Brinkman 3-0-3-9, In compliance with N.J.S.A. 10:4-8D Pedro Ruiz 0, Josh Ludmer 0 www.goleader.com eral public who wants a copy of same with- the Plenary Consumption License No. 2016- PUBLIC NOTICE out cost. (Open Public Meetings Act), the Westfield 33-015-006 heretofore issued to VARKIZA, Tarheels (1-1) 18 14 11 28 71 BARBARA RIEPE Recreation Commission wishes to advise LLC. located at 1934 Route 22, Scotch SHERIFF’S SALE Wildcats (0-2) 8 15 13 16 52 PUBLIC NOTICE Township Clerk the public that it will hold its regular meetings Plains, New Jersey. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, 1 T – 12/23/99, The Times Fee: $30.60 during 2000 in the Recreation Conference The names and addresses of the mem- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, PUBLIC NOTICE SHERIFF’S SALE Room of the Municipal Building, 425 East bers and the amount of stock held of the DOCKET NO. F-8489-98. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, PUBLIC NOTICE Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey at 8:00 applying corporation are as follows: Dimitrios AMERIQUEST MORTGAGE COM- SHERIFF’S SALE CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, p.m. on the following dates: Vlachos, 160 Sunlit Drive, Watchung, New PANY PLAINTIFF vs. GEORGE EVANS SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, DOCKET NO. F-4867-99. SHERIFF’S SALE Monday, January 10, 2000 Jersey, 62.5% of Stock; Aristidis Vlachos, AND MRS. GEORGE EVANS, HIS WIFE; CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, LONG BEACH MORTGAGE COMPANY SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Monday, February 7, 2000 207 Teasel Court, Whitehouse Station, New ARLENE PAPPAS ET ALS, DEFENDANT. DOCKET NO. F-14799-98. PLAINTIFF vs. TERESA TORRES; JOHN CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Monday, March 6, 2000 Jersey, 37.5% of Stock. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE DOE, HUSBAND OF TERESA, DEFEN- DOCKET NO. F-15431-98. Monday, April 3, 2000 Objections, if any should be made in writ- DATED MARCH 31, 1999 FOR SALE OF CORPORATION PLAINTIFF vs. JUAN DANT. CONTIMORTGAGE CORPORATION Monday, May 1, 2000 ing immediately to: MS. BARBARA RIEPE, MORTGAGED PREMISES. CARLOS VERDON AND BEATRIZ CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, PLAINTIFF vs. T. J. MANUEL, ET ALS, Monday, June 5, 2000 Municipal Clerk, Scotch Plains Township, By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- VERDON, ET ALS., DEFENDANT. DATED SEPTEMBER 21, 1999 FOR SALE DEFENDANT. Monday, July 10, 2000 Municipal Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, (At Memorial Pool Complex) Plains, New Jersey 07076. public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union DATED OCTOBER 1, 1999 FOR SALE By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- DATED SEPTEMBER 28, 1999 FOR SALE Monday, September 11, 2000 Dimitrios Vlachos County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. Monday, October 2, 2000 Aristidis Vlachos Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- Monday, November 6, 2000 Applicant THE 19TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Monday, December 4, 2000 2 T – 12/23 & at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union 1 T – 12/23/99, The Leader Fee: $21.93 12/30/99, The Times Fee: $46.92 successful bidders must have 20% of their County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, THE 19TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, bid available in cash or certified check at the Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE conclusion of the sales. THE 19TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 successful bidders must have 20% of their THE 19TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 The judgment amount is $132,208.57. at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All bid available in cash or certified check at the at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All TOWN OF WESTFIELD The property to be sold is located in the successful bidders must have 20% of their conclusion of the sales. successful bidders must have 20% of their PLANNING BOARD TOWN of WESTFIELD, New Jersey 07090, bid available in cash or certified check at the The judgment amount is $117,625.39. bid available in cash or certified check at the PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: County of UNION and State of New Jersey. conclusion of the sales. The property to be sold is located in the conclusion of the sales. That the undersigned has made application to the Planning Board of the Town of Westfield Commonly known as: 329 LIVINGSTON The judgment amount is $125,387.49. municipality of ELIZABETH in the County of The judgment amount is $132,263.32. seeking preliminary and final approval of a Major Site Plan, together with variances and any STREET, WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY Property to be sold is located in the City of UNION and State of New Jersey. Property to be sold is located in the City of other necessary relief so as to permit the construction of a second floor addition onto that 07090. Elizabeth, County of Union, State of New Commonly known as 535 JEFFERSON Elizabeth, County of Union and State of New portion of the existing Lord & Taylor store which is only one story, at property is known as 609 Tax Lot No. 13 f/k/a 12.B in Block No. Jersey. AVENUE, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY. Jersey. North Avenue, Westfield, New Jersey (Block No. 2508, Lot No. 11; Block No. 2506, Lot No. 4003 f/k/a 507. Premises commonly known as 1007 Fanny Tax LOT NO. 472 BLOCK NO. 12. Premises commonly known as 530 Jack- 1; Block No. 2402, Lot No. 14). Dimension of Lot: approximately irregular Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey. Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 75 son Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07201. The applicant is seeking approval of variances from the following provisions of the 94.12 feet wide by 130 feet long. BEING KNOWN as Lot No. 201, Block feet wide by 145 feet long. BEING KNOWN as Lot No. 8, Block No. Westfield Land Use Ordinance: Nearest Cross Street: Ripley Place. No. 1 on the official Tax Map of the City of Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the 839 on the official Tax Map of the City of 1. Section 11.27E3 – Minimum Rear Yard Setback – 18 Feet Required, 10 Feet Situate at a point on the northwesterly Elizabeth. Southeasterly side of Jefferson Avenue 375 Elizabeth. Proposed; sideline of Livingston Street distance ap- Dimensions: (approximately) 100.00 feet feet from the Northeasterly side of Mary Dimensions (approximately) 33.18 feet x 2. Section 11.27E6 – Maximum Impervious Coverage – 90% Allowed, 95% Proposed; proximately 391 feet northeasterly from its x 25.00 feet x 100.00 feet x 25.00 feet. Street. 38.18 feet x 33.01 feet x 127.14 feet. 3. Section 17.04A – Parking Stall Width – 9 Feet Required, 8.5 Fee Proposed; intersection with the northeasterly sideline Nearest Cross Street: Spring Street. There is due approximately the sum of Nearest Cross Street: Julia Street. 4. Section 16.04E1 – Wall Sign Dimensions – 2.5 x 12 Maximum Permitted, 12.5 x 27.75 of Ripley Place. There is due approximately the sum of $120,785.53 together with lawful interest There is due approximately the sum of Proposed; There is due approximately the sum of $128,746.06 together with lawful interest and costs. $135,793.91 together with lawful interest 5. Section 17.03B5 – Front Yard Parking – Prohibited, Front Yard Parking is Proposed; $137,577.12 together with lawful interest and costs. There is a full legal description on file in and costs. and and costs. There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in 6. Any other variances or waivers which might be necessary for the approval of the There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. proposed site plan. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Said property is within 200 feet of property owned by you or you are otherwise required by The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. law to be noticed of the hearing. this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH A Public Hearing has been ordered for JANUARY 3, 2000, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF EPSTEIN, BROWN, MARKOWITZ & SHERIFF Chambers at the Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield at which time you may SHERIFF FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, Attorney GIOIA, Attorney FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, Attorney appear and participate in the hearing in accordance with the Rules of the Planning Board. FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, Suite 505 245 Green Village Road Suite 505 This notice is sent to you on behalf of the applicant, by order of the Planning Board. Attorney Sentry Office Plaza P. O. Box 901 Sentry Office Plaza Information, maps, site plans and the application are available for your inspection in the Suite 201 216 Haddon Avenue Chatham Township, New Jersey 07928- 216 Haddon Avenue Office of the Construction Official, 959 North Avenue West, Westfield and may be seen 7 Century Drive Westmont, New Jersey 08108 0901 Westmont, New Jersey 08108 Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 CH-754844 (WL) CH-754838 (WL) CH-754837 (WL) Lindabury, McCormick & Estabrook CH-754476 (WL) 4 T - 12/23, 12/30/99, 4 T - 12/23, 12/30/99, 4 T - 12/23, 12/30/99, Attorneys for Applicant, May Dept. Stores 4 T - 12/23, 12/30/99, 1/6 &1/13/00 Fee: $171.36 1/6 &1/13/00 Fee: $177.48 1/6 &1/13/00 Fee: $167.28 1 T – 12/23/99, The Leader Fee: $57.12 1/6 &1/13/00 Fee: $185.64 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 16 Thursday, December 23, 1999 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION NJPT Relocates To Mountainside Location Westfield’s Coldwell Banker New Jersey’s Consumer Fraud Code MOUNTAINSIDE — Mountainside Mayor Robert Viglianti Can be a Homeowner’s Best Friend cut the ribbon at New Jersey Preci- Announces Top Sales Associates sion Technologies’ (NJPT) Open WESTFIELD — Marilyn Kelly, tus for 10 or ciation of the Wardlaw-Hartridge By CARL PEER three general categories: affirma- House at its new address at 1081 tive acts, knowing omissions, and Bristol Road in Mountainside. Manager of the Coldwell Banker more years School. Lucky is the homeowner who has regulation violations. The capac- NJPT’s new state-of-the-art facil- Residential Brokerage office, located consecutively. Margaret Maguire, a sales associ- not had a problem with a home im- ity location, which is double the size at 209 Central Avenue in Westfield, A member of ate at the West- ity to mislead is the prime ingredi- provement contractor. The New Jer- ent of all types of consumer fraud. of its former Newark location, was has announced a number of office the 1998 field Coldwell sey Home Improvement Practices prompted by an unprecedented year awards for sales associates as well as Coldwell Banker office, When the consumer fraud viola- Code regulates home improvement tion consist of an affirmative act of new clients’ new equipment and several new professionals that have Banker Multi- recently at- contracts. large production jobs, according to a joined the office. Million Dollar tended the the consumer need not prove that Linda Parsons of Westfield once Club, Mr. Coldwell These regulations implement a por- the contractor intended to commit company spokeswoman. tion of the New Jersey Consumer NJPT, which specializes in tool again achieved New Jersey Associa- Nuzzo’s cur- Banker Real an unlawful act. When the con- tion of Realtors rent sales vol- Estate Corpo- Fraud Act. The New Jersey Con- sumer fraud consist of an omission and die engine, componentry, sumer Fraud Act is intended to be prototyping and production, has (NJAR) Mil- Anthony Nuzzo ume has al- ration Elite the consumer must show that the grown from six full-time employees lion Dollar ready qualified Retreat, a one of the strongest consumer pro- contractor acted with intent. But in 1995 to its present roster of 19 full- Club status. him for membership once again in three-day con- tection laws in the nation. when the unlawful act consist of The regulations governing home time workers. With the 1999. Mr. Nuzzo received training Margaret Maguire ference held at violation of Home Improvement Bob Tarantino, NJPT President, membership by the National Trust for Historical the Hilton New improvement practices require that Practices regulations, intent is not welcomes the public to tour the new she earned for Preservation and is certified by York and Towers in New York, NY. home improvement contracts con- an element of the unlawful prac- facility, which is fully accessible to 1998, Ms. Par- Coldwell Banker to market histori- Only Coldwell Banker sales asso- tain specific provisions. All home tice and, the regulations impose the physically challenged. sons has earned cal properties. ciates in the top 7 percent interna- improvement contracts in excess of strict liability. the honor 13 Mr. Nuzzo is a Westfield resident tionally qualify to attend the Elite $200 must be in writing and signed times through- and an active member of St. Helen’s Retreat as members of the company’s The law assumes that the con- by all parties. tractor is familiar with the New out her career. Roman Catholic Church in West- President’s Elite and President’s The Home Improvement Practices Linda Parsons A member of field. Circle. Invitations are extended to Jersey Home Improvement Prac- regulations control not only home tices regulations. Any violation of the 1998 Coldwell Banker President’s Veteran real estate sales associate the company’s top producers who remodeling, alteration and repairs, CONTACT® Club, Ms. Parsons was among the John Papa has joined the Coldwell achieved outstanding sales volume the regulations, regardless of in- but also painting, paving, landscap- tent or moral culpability, consti- We Care, Inc. top 10 percent of the firm’s sales Banker Westfield office. Mr. Papa in 1998. ing, fences, security devices, heating associates in the New Jersey Metro- was formerly associated with the A third generation realtor, her ap- tutes a violation of the Consumer We’ll listen and help and air conditioning, carpeting, floor Fraud Act. Good faith does not politan area. firm’s Scotch pointment to Coldwell Banker covering, etc., on an existing non- you with that problem Ms. Parsons and her husband are Plains sales of- President’s Elite puts her in the top 1 excuse noncompliance with the you thought you had residents of Westfield. In addition to fice. percent of sales associates in the na- commercial property. regulations. The contract must state clearly and no answer to at all. her real estate responsibilities, she is With over 10 tion. As a relocation specialist, Ms. The New Jersey Home Improve- actively involved in the Professional years of expe- Maguire has helped transferees and accurately in legible form all the ment Practice regulations require Women’s Club of Westfield as well as rience in the their families meet their real estate terms and conditions. The regula- that a home-repair contractor may 908-232-2880 tions provide that the contract must A member of The United Way. the Friends of the Westfield Sym- real estate in- requirements. not begin work until he is sure that CONTACT USA and Life Line International phony Orchestra. dustry, Mr. Sales associate Tracy Wilde has contain the following: a) the legal all applicable permits have been John DeMarco of Plainfield has Papa brings joined the Westfield sales office. name and address of the seller and PUBLIC NOTICE issued. The regulations define nu- again achieved NJAR Million Dollar market knowl- Ms. Wilde has earned membership the sales representative who solic- merous unlawful practices. Among ited or negotiated the contract; b) a SHERIFF’S SALE Club status. edge and expe- to the NJAR other things, the regulations also SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Mr. DeMarco rience to the Million Dollar description of the work to be done CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, John Papa prohibit the contractor from re- earned Gold Westfield of- Club for the and the principal products and mate- questing that the buyer sign a cer- DOCKET NO. F-14770-98. Level member- fice. Frequently cited for his achieve- past two years. rials to be used or installed including ASSOCIATES HOME EQUITY SER- ship with the ment in real estate, Mr. Papa has A lifelong tificate of completion or make fi- VICES, INC., A NEW YORK CORPORA- the name, make, size, capacity, model, nal payment on the contract before TION, F/K/A FORD CONSUMER FI- sales club in earned membership to the NJAR Cranford resi- model year of principal products, the home improvement is com- NANCE CO., INC., PLAINTIFF vs. MARIE 1998. Million Dollar Club nine times since dent, Ms. and the type, grade, quality, size or MAZZA, DEFENDANT. pleted. The regulations also re- Mr. DeMarco 1989. Wilde special- quantity of materials to be used; c) CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, has already He is nationally certified as a Cor- izes in serving quire the contractor to provide the DATED SEPTEMBER 23, 1999 FOR SALE the total price including finance home owner with copies of inspec- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. reached a level porate Property Specialist and REO the real estate charges, and if the contract is for By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- tion certificates. of sales success Specialist with Coldwell Banker. needs of cus- time and materials the hourly rate for tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by in 1999 to In addition to his professional re- tomers You may ask again, “So what?” public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union Tracy Wilde labor, and all others terms affecting John DeMarco qualify for a sponsibilities, Mr. Papa is President throughout Remember the act provides that a County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, the price; d) a description of a secu- Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY company-sponsored trip to the of the Italian American Civic Asso- Union, Somerset and Morris coun- home owner who has suffered an THE 12TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 Coldwell Banker International Busi- ciation of Roselle. He currently re- ties. She is a member of the Greater rity interest to be taken in connection ascertainable loss of moneys or at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All with financing; and e) a statement of successful bidders must have 20% of their ness Conference Scheduled for next sides in Union. Union County Association of Real- property as a result of the con- spring in Las Vegas, Nev. Real estate sales associate Adah tors, where she has served on the any guarantee or warranty. sumer fraud is entitled to threefold bid available in cash or certified check at the You may ask, “So what?” Or as conclusion of the sales. Mr. DeMarco is a veteran sales Levin has joined the Westfield sales Community Service Committee since the damages sustained. The judgment amount is $89,638.43. professional who has earned a host of office of 1997. lawyers say, “So what is my rem- The property to be sold is located in the An example of damages is the awards since joining Coldwell Banker Coldwell Sales associate Joan Kylish has edy?” cost to repair. If the cost of repair City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State Remember New Jersey’s Consumer of New Jersey. in 1987. He was a Gold Level mem- Banker Resi- joined the was caused by the unlawful con- It is commonly known as 29-31 (f/k/a 25- ber of the Million Dollar Club in dential Broker- Westfield Fraud Act is intended to be one of the sumer fraud then the damages are 31) Rankin Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey. 1996 and earned membership for age. She was Coldwell strongest consumer protection laws trebled. So for example if the cost It is known and designated as Block No. 5, every year since 1984. formerly a Banker Resi- in the nation. In the event of a lawsuit Lot No. 1085. to repair is $6,000, a court judg- As a result of such consistent sales member of the dential Broker- The dimensions are 50 feet wide by 84 a violation of the regulations will ment would include treble dam- feet long (irregular). achievements, Mr. DeMarco was pre- company’s age. Formerly entitle the consumer to reasonable ages equaling $18,000. So that the Nearest cross street: Second Avenue. sented with a NJAR Distinguished Scotch Plains affiliated with attorneys’ fees and court costs (but Prior lien(s): None. consumer recovers damages plus Sales Club membership. He is also a office. the company’s not an award of expert fees). Under There is due approximately the sum of member of the Coldwell Banker In- Ms. Levin Scotch Plains the additional $12,000. $92,091.08 together with lawful interest and certain circumstances the consumer The award of treble damages and costs. ternational President’s Elite. Adah Levin has been a office, Ms. may be entitled to an award of treble There is a full legal description on file in attorneys’ fees is mandatory if a He is the founder of the AIDS member of the Kylish brings damages. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Benefit Committee of New Jersey. NJAR Million Dollar club and the over 13 years of consumer proves both an unlawful The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Any person who suffers any Joan Kylish practice and an ascertainable loss this sale. By achieving NJAR Million Dol- Coldwell Banker Multi-Million Dol- real estate ex- ascertainable loss of money or prop- RALPH FROEHLICH lar Club status in 1998, sales associ- lar Club. She specializes in serving cellence to her caused by the unlawful consumer erty as a result of unlawful practice SHERIFF ate Anthony Nuzzo of Westfield has the communities of Plainfield and new location. fraud. When the consumer cannot STERN, LAVINTHAL, NORGAARD & under the act is entitled to threefold KAPNICK, Attorney earned membership to the sales club the Sleepy Hollow area. A member of Coldwell Banker’s prove any ascertainable loss the for 14 consecutive years. A resident of Plainfield, Ms. Levin Multi-Million Dollar Club, Ms. the damages. court cannot award treble damages. Suite 300 The Act is not aimed only at shifty, 293 Eisenhower Parkway Mr. Nuzzo is also a member of the is actively involved in her commu- Kylish specializes in serving clients Even without an ascertainable Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 NJAR Distinguished Sales Club, a nity. She is past president of both the throughout Scotch Plains and its sur- fast-talking and deceptive merchants loss, however, when the consumer CH-754822 (WL) designation reserved for those agents Muhlenberg Regional Medical Cen- rounding communities. She has been but also protects the consumer against proves a violation of the Home 4 T - 12/16, 12/23, contractors who act in good faith. A 12/30/99 & 1/6/00 Fee: $175.44 who achieve Million Dollar club sta- ter Auxiliary and the Parents Asso- a Scotch Plains resident for close to Improvement Practices regula- 30 years. practice can be unlawful even if no tions, the consumer may be en- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Prior to entering real estate, Ms. person was in fact misled or deceived titled to an award of reasonable Kylish was employed as a registered thereby. Unlawful practices fall into UNION COUNTY BOARD attorneys’ fees. UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD nurse. OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS The act should serve as a deter- NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE rent. Nevertheless, many home im- Date Adopted: December 16, 1999 Date Adopted: December 16, 1999 Date Adopted: December 16, 1999 Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD provement contracts do not include Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS the provisions required by the act. has awarded a contract without competitive has awarded a contract without competitive has awarded a contract without competitive NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD The authority the Consumer bidding as a professional service or extraor- bidding as a professional service or extraor- bidding as a professional service or extraor- Date Adopted: December 16, 1999 Date Adopted: December 16, 1999 dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the Fraud Act confers upon the court N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders to award treble damages plus attor- the resolution authorizing it is available for the resolution authorizing it is available for the resolution authorizing it is available for has awarded a contract without competitive has awarded a contract without competitive ney fees is rare in the American public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of bidding as a professional service or extraor- bidding as a professional service or extraor- the Board. the Board. the Board. dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to judicial system. The authority to RESOLUTION NO.: 1696-99 RESOLUTION NO.: 1700-99 RESOLUTION NO.: 1694-99 N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and award attorneys’ fees is an excep- AWARDED TO: Venture & Venture, 400 (Amending Resolution No. 1639-99) (Amending Resolution No. 965-97) the resolution authorizing it is available for the resolution authorizing it is available for tion to the general rule that every Park Avenue, Plainfield, New Jersey. AWARDED TO: DeMaria, Ellis & Bauch, AWARDED TO: Parsons Brinkerhoff, public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of person pay her own attorney. And SERVICES: To provide Human Skills Esqs., 744 Broad Street, Newark, New Jer- Two Gateway Center, 4th Floor, Newark, the Board. the Board. Training to at-risk youth and families as sey. New Jersey. RESOLUTION NO.: 1701-99 RESOLUTION NO.: 1682-99 that makes for strong consumer identified by the S.A.L.T. Program in the City SERVICES: To provide Special Counsel SERVICES: For providing additional pro- AWARDED TO: Michael Zemsky, A.I.A., AWARDED TO: Alliant Food Services legislation. of Plainfield. for Labor Negotiations and Personnel Litiga- fessional engineering services in conjunc- 115 New Street, Westfield, New Jersey. Inc., 300 Berkeley Drive, Swedesboro, New * * * * * PERIOD: From January 1, 2000 through tion. tion with the Park Avenue and Martine Av- SERVICES: For emergency services for Jersey. August 31, 2000. COST: In an additional amount of $15,000 enue Corridor Improvements. the facade stabilization of the Courthouse SERVICES: To provide comprehensive Carl Peer is a practicing attor- COST: At a cost of $39,492. for a new contract amount not to exceed COST: In the amount of $13,475, for a Tower. food procurement and inventory manage- ney in Westfield. M. Elizabeth Genievich $465,000. new contract amount not to exceed $269,313. COST: In an amount not to exceed ment system at Runnells Specialized Hos- Clerk of the Board M. Elizabeth Genievich M. Elizabeth Genievich $106,542. pital. 1 T – 12/23/99, The Leader Fee: $22.95 Clerk of the Board Clerk of the Board M. Elizabeth Genievich COST: In the amount of $666,000. PUBLIC NOTICE 1 T – 12/23/99, The Leader Fee: $23.46 1 T – 12/23/99, The Leader Fee: $24.48 Clerk of the Board PERIOD: From January 1, 2000 through PUBLIC NOTICE 1 T – 12/23/99, The Leader Fee: $21.42 December 31, 2000. UNION COUNTY BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE M. Elizabeth Genievich OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS SHERIFF’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE Clerk of the Board NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SHERIFF’S SALE SHERIFF’S SALE 1 T – 12/23/99, The Leader Fee: $23.97 Date Adopted: December 16, 1999 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SHERIFF’S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that the DOCKET NO. F-7034-98. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, PUBLIC NOTICE Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders CENLAR FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK DOCKET NO. F-14680-98. DOCKET NO. F-21010-97. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, has awarded a contract without competitive PLAINTIFF vs. AUSTIN L. BELIN, JR., ET FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTGAGE NATIONSBANC MORTGAGE CORPO- DOCKET NO. F-7362-99. BOROUGH OF FANWOOD bidding as a professional service or extraor- AL., DEFENDANT. CORPORATION, A CORP. OF THE RATION PLAINTIFF vs. MAGDY MOREQUITY, INC., PLAINTIFF vs. PLANNING BOARD dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA PLAIN- MORGAN, ET AL, DEFENDANT. JESUS CARUS AND ANNA MARIE Notice is hereby given that the PLAN- N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and DATED SEPTEMBER 29, 1999 FOR SALE TIFF vs. ELAINE COSTE; PROVIDENT CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CARUS, H/W, DEFENDANT. NING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF the resolution authorizing it is available for OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. SAVINGS BANK, DEFENDANT. DATED FEBRUARY 22, 1999 FOR SALE CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, FANWOOD after public hearing granted public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. DATED OCTOBER 4, 1999 FOR SALE approval to Mr. and Mrs. Harsh Bhargava to the Board. tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by DATED FEBRUARY 19, 1999 FOR SALE By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. construct a sun room and extension of exist- RESOLUTION NO.: 1681-99 public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- ing kitchen and deck on the property at 6 AWARDED TO: IHS/Eastern Dental Re- County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Crest Lane, Fanwood, New Jersey being newal, 60 Charles Lindbergh Boulevard, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union Block No. 106 Lot No. 20. Uniondale, New York. THE 19TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, Documents pertaining to this application SERVICES: Renewal of Union County at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, THE 19TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY are available for public inspection at the Dental Plan. successful bidders must have 20% of their Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All THE 19TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 Borough Hall during normal business hours. COST: The rates will be as follows: Single: bid available in cash or certified check at the THE 19TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 successful bidders must have 20% of their at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All Mr. and Mrs. Harsh Bhargava $14.96, two party: $29.92 and Family: $50.41. conclusion of the sales. at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All bid available in cash or certified check at the successful bidders must have 20% of their 6 Crest Lane PERIOD: From January 1, 2000 through The judgment amount is $42,957.29. successful bidders must have 20% of their conclusion of the sales. bid available in cash or certified check at the Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 December 31, 2000. The property to be sold is located in the bid available in cash or certified check at the The judgment amount is $149,773.04. conclusion of the sales. 1 T – 12/23/99, The Times Fee: $15.81 M. Elizabeth Genievich City of Elizabeth in the County of Union, New conclusion of the sales. The property to be sold is located in the The judgment amount is $130,190.19. Clerk of the Board Jersey. The judgment amount is $91,760.37. City of Elizabeth in the County of Union, New PROPERTY TO BE SOLD IS LOCATED PUBLIC NOTICE 1 T – 12/23/99, The Leader Fee: $23.97 Commonly known as: 560 Jefferson Av- The property to be sold is located in the Jersey. IN: City of Elizabeth, County of Union, in the enue, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07201. Borough of Mountainside, County of Union Commonly known as: 1118 Magie Av- State of New Jersey. UNION COUNTY BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE Tax Lot No. 386 in Block No. 12. and State of New Jersey. enue, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07208. PREMISES COMMONLY KNOWN AS: OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 35 It is commonly known as 164 Chipmunk Tax Lot No. 1348.8 in Block No. 10. 160 Elizabeth Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jer- NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD UNION COUNTY BOARD feet wide by 173 feet long. Hill, Mountainside, New Jersey. Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 50 sey. Date Adopted: December 16, 1999 OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the north- It is known and designated as Block No. feet wide by 110 feet long. TAX LOT NO. 285 BLOCK NO. 2. Public Notice is hereby given that the NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD westerly side of Jefferson Avenue 460 feet 8.B, Lot No. 5. Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the south- APPROXIMATELY DIMENSIONS: 58 x Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders Date Adopted: December 16, 1999 from the southwesterly side of Fairmount The dimensions are approximately 142 erly side of Magie Avenue 129.95 feet from 100. has awarded a contract without competitive Public Notice is hereby given that the Avenue. wide by 218 feet long (irregular). the westerly side of Browning Avenue. NEAREST CROSS STREET: South 2nd bidding as a professional service or extraor- Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders There is due approximately the sum of Nearest cross street: Rising Way. There is due approximately the sum of Street. dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to has awarded a contract without competitive $44,969.61 together with lawful interest and Prior lien(s): None. $154,515.61 together with lawful interest There is due approximately the sum of N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and bidding as a professional service or extraor- costs. There is due approximately the sum of and costs. $133,664.22 together with lawful interest the resolution authorizing it is available for dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to There is a full legal description on file in $97,572.77 together with lawful interest and There is a full legal description on file in and costs. public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and the Union County Sheriff’s Office. costs. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in the Board. the resolution authorizing it is available for The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn There is a full legal description on file in The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. RESOLUTION NO.: 1697-99 public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of this sale. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn AWARDED TO: American Red Cross – the Board. RALPH FROEHLICH The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. Greater Union County and Plainfield Area RESOLUTION NO.: 1695-99 SHERIFF this sale. SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH Chapter, 332 West Front Street, Plainfield, AWARDED TO: Sign-On Systems Group, ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, RALPH FROEHLICH ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, SHERIFF New Jersey. 8725 NW 18th Terrace, Miami, Florida. ATTORNEYS SHERIFF Attorney PARKER, MCCAY & CRISCUOLO, SERVICES: To provide counseling to at- SERVICES: To provide services to sup- 1139 Spruce Drive STERN, LAVINTHAL, NORGAARD & 1139 Spruce Drive Attorney risk youth and families identified by the port computerized indexing and accounts P.O. Box 1024 KAPNICK, Attorney P.O. Box 1024 Suite 500 S.A.L.T. Program, in the City of Plainfield. receivable for clerks recording and busi- Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 Suite 300 Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 1701 Route 70 East PERIOD: From January 1, 2000 through ness offices. Telephone: 1-908-233-8500 293 Eisenhower Parkway Telephone: 1-908-233-8500 P.O. Box 1806 August 31, 2000. COST: In an amount not to exceed File No.: XVZ 37438 Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 File No.: XWZ 36820 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034 COST: At a cost of $18,400. $20,000. CH-754255 (WL) CH-754355 (WL) CH-754387 (WL) CH-754852 (WL) M. Elizabeth Genievich M. Elizabeth Genievich 4 T - 12/23, 12/30/99, 4 T - 12/23, 12/30/99, 4 T - 12/23, 12/30/99, 4 T - 12/23, 12/30/99, Clerk of the Board Clerk of the Board 1/6 &1/13/00 Fee: $177.48 1/6 &1/13/00 Fee: $173.40 1/6 &1/13/00 Fee: $173.40 1/6 &1/13/00 Fee: $171.36 1 T – 12/23/99, The Leader Fee: $23.46 1 T – 12/23/99, The Leader Fee: $22.95 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, December 23, 1999 Page 17 Use Common Sense During Holidays Don Jeka Awarded Trophy To Prevent House Fire Hazards A warm fire can be the perfect comple- mon cause of fires in the kitchen is when In Sailing Championship ment to a winter night. It can also be one food is left unattended. of the many fire hazards in New Jersey • Keep a fire extinguisher nearby, and MOUNTAINSIDE – During the 40-foot-long Santana. Core crew mem- homes during the holiday season. review a home fire escape plan with the Keyport Yacht Club awards ceremony on bers, which Mr. Jeka has described as That’s the word from the New Jersey entire family. November 7, Mountainside resident Don “my international group,” include Tom Department of Community Affairs’ DCA’s Division of Fire Safety pro- Jeka took the club championship trophy Beake from England, Victor Saap of (DCA) Division of Fire Safety. vides funding, training and technical as- for the non-spinnaker division for the Austria, Oly Overrgard from Denmark “House fires are 10 percent more likely sistance in support of fire safety pro- 1999 season of racing on Raritan Bay. and Keyport resident Bill Wright. to occur during the winter months,” said grams. For more fire safety information, Sailing the black-hulled Bristol 40CB, Mr. Jeka and his wife, Yvonne, are Santana, Captain Jeka and his crew swept longtime Mountainside residents. He New Jersey Department of Community contact the Division on Fire Safety, P.O. to victory in amassing lowest total points served on both the school board and the Affairs Commissioner Jane M. Kenny. Box 800, Trenton, 08625, or visit their for the season’s major club races. borough planning board, while his wife It’s important that people realize these section on DCA’s Web site at His son, Paul, a member of the New is a former President of the Parent Teacher fires can often be prevented with a few www.state.nj.us/dca. York Yacht Club as well as Keyport, Association. simple precautions and common sense.” serves as helmsman and tactician on the PUBLIC NOTICE Commissioner Kenny offered the fol- * * * * * PUBLIC NOTICE lowing household safety tips to minimize Editor’s Note: This column was writ- SHERIFF’S SALE fire hazards: ten by the New Jersey Department of SHERIFF’S SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, • In the past two years, five people Community Affairs’ Division of Fire SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, have died in New Jersey in house fires Safety. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DOCKET NO. F-5083-99. DOCKET NO. F-12462-97. HSBC MORTGAGE CORPORATION F/ caused by a short circuit in their Christ- BANK UNITED OF TEXAS, FSB, PLAIN- K/A MARINE MIDLAND MORTGAGE mas decorations. Inside or outside, use PUBLIC NOTICE TIFF vs. CARLOS ZUNIGA, ET ALS, DE- CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. C. ’TIS THE SEASON…U.S. Postal employees throughout the area have been busy only lights that have been laboratory FENDANT. TOMMY YUEN AND JOYCE YUEN, HIS the last two weeks delivering packages to homes and businesses. At the Westfield tested. Look for the UL or Factory Mu- SHERIFF’S SALE CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, WIFE, DEFENDANT. Post Office, packages are sorted and loaded onto trucks early in the morning for tual labels. Carefully inspect lights for SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, DATED JANUARY 8, 1998 FOR SALE OF CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, delivery throughout the day. In Westfield, carriers have been delivering between worn or frayed wires. Don’t overload CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, MORTGAGED PREMISES. DATED AUGUST 23, 1999 FOR SALE OF 200-300 packages daily in the north and south sides of Westfield and in DOCKET NO. F-4290-99. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- MORTGAGED PREMISES. electrical circuits or extension cords. Use IRWIN MORTGAGE CORPORATION, tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- Mountainside. Pictured getting ready to deliver their day’s delivery at about 7 no more than three sets of light per PLAINTIFF vs. DANIEL E. PAULINO, DE- public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by a.m. Tuesday, left to right, are: Westfield letter carriers Ronnie Jenkins, Amy extension cord. FENDANT. County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union Edge, Darryl Glenn, Marjorie Melville and Chris Kenny. • Always turn off lights before leaving CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, DATED JULY 20, 1999 FOR SALE OF THE 5TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 at Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY home or going to sleep. Never leave MORTGAGED PREMISES. two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All THE 12TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 lights on when no one is home. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- successful bidders must have 20% of their at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All Ashbrook Residents Stay Fit, • Keep Christmas trees watered, and tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by bid available in cash or certified check at the successful bidders must have 20% of their check the water level in the Christmas public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union conclusion of the sales. bid available in cash or certified check at the tree stand every day. Remove tree County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, The judgment amount is $92,350.56. conclusion of the sales. Have Fun in Exercise Class Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY MUNICIPALITY: City of Elizabeth. The judgment amount is $60,406.20. promptly after the holiday or when it THE 5TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 at COUNTY AND STATE: UNION The property to be sold is located in the SCOTCH PLAINS – Every Friday patterns, heart and cardio output and becomes dry. Use decorations made of two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All COUNTY, NEW JERSEY. City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State morning at 10:30 a.m., residents of the relaxation are all improved with regular non-combustible, non-leaded materials. successful bidders must have 20% of their STREET AND STREET NUMBER: 528- of New Jersey. Ashbrook Nursing and Rehabilitation exercise. • Do not burn wrapping paper in the bid available in cash or certified check at the 530 Adams Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jersey It is commonly known as 1147 Anna Street, Center in Scotch Plains “get down” to the Between 15 and 20 residents partici- fireplace. This can cause a chimney fire conclusion of the sales. 07202. Elizabeth, New Jersey. The judgment amount is $159,557.99. TAX LOT AND BLOCK NUMBERS: LOT It is known and designated as Block/Ward music of such artists as John Travolta, pate weekly in the class, which begins if wrappings ignite suddenly and burn ALL THAT CERTAIN land and premises NO. 14, BLOCK NO. 12. No. 12, Lot/Acct. No. 163.H. Madonna, Benny Goodman and Louis with a warm-up routine that includes intensely. situate in the City of Elizabeth, County of DIMENSIONS: Approximately 50 feet x The dimensions are 41.06 feet wide by Armstrong during an exercise program deep breathing and easy stretching. • If you use candles, keep them away Union, and State of New Jersey. 150 feet x 50 feet x 150 feet. 65.50 feet long. called “Warm Ups with Wendy.” Throughout the routine, residents sing from any flammable material. Never use COMMONLY known as 41 Decker Av- NEAREST CROSS STREET: Julia Street Nearest cross street: Situate on the north- The class, which targets all ability along to compact disk music and answer candles on a tree or near other ever- enue, Elizabeth, New Jersey. is the nearest cross street to the subject erly line of Anna Street, 188.24 feet from the levels, is led by volunteer Wendy trivia questions from Ms. Warwick. Oc- greens. Make sure children understand Also known as Lot No. 274, Block No. 13 property. westerly line of Jefferson Avenue. Warwick, a long-time resident of Scotch casionally staff or family members join on the tax map. There is due approximately the sum of Prior lien(s): Mortgage recorded June 19, the dangers of candles, potpourri scent There is due approximately the sum of $102,360.29 together with lawful interest 1986, Mortgage Book 3623, p. 321, on which Plains and an honorary member of the in on the action. Things slow up with a pots, space heaters and the fireplace. $163,801.45 together with lawful interest and costs. it is alleged nothing is due. Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad. cool down and the program ends with • Buy and install a smoke detector. If and costs. There is a full legal description on file in There is due approximately the sum of Ashbrook Administrator Peggy clapping and cheering from the class. you already have one, test it. There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. $62,129.10 together with lawful interest and Degnan first met Ms. Warwick at a “Residents often make suggestions as • In the kitchen, keep clutter away the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn costs. bioethics meeting last June and asked if to what music to play and which exer- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. There is a full legal description on file in she would lend her talents to Ashbrook cises they would like to perform,” the from stove when cooking. In the event of this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH the Union County Sheriff’s Office. for a while. “The program was so well- instructor explained. a grease fire, do not throw water on it. RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Cover the pan with a lid. The most com- SHERIFF HACK, PIRO, O’DAY, MERKLINGER, this sale. received by residents that Wendy has “The residents really look forward to FARR, BURKE, GAMBACORTA AND WALLACE & MCKENNA, Attorney RALPH FROEHLICH agreed to come in on a weekly basis,” the class, and so do I,” said Ashbrook WRIGHT, Attorney 30 Columbia Turnpike SHERIFF Ms. Degnan revealed. Activities Assistant Susan Decker. PUBLIC NOTICE 211 Benigno Boulevard P.O. Box 941 STERN, LAVINTHAL, NORGAARD & “Of course, I was excited to take ad- “Wendy is very energetic and a lot of Suite 201 Florham Park, New Jersey 07932-0941 KAPNICK, Attorney vantage of the opportunity,” said Ms. fun.” SHERIFF’S SALE P. O. Box 788 CH-753601 (WL) Suite 300 Warwick. “The benefits of exercise are SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Bellmawr, New Jersey 08099-0788 4 T – 12/9, 12/16, 293 Eisenhower Parkway endless, especially for older adults.” PUBLIC NOTICE CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CH-754807 (WL) 12/23 & 12/30/99 Fee: $171.36 Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 According to the instructor, range of DOCKET NO. F-3721-98. 4 T – 12/9, 12/16, CH-754814 (WL) SHERIFF’S SALE CITICORP MORTGAGE, INC., PLAIN- 12/23 & 12/30/99 Fee: $157.08 PUBLIC NOTICE 4 T - 12/16, 12/23, motion, strength, posture, digestion, sleep SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, TIFF vs. NORMA A. GUIDO AND MR. 12/30/99 & 1/6/00 Fee: $187.68 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, GUIDO H/W, DEFENDANT. PUBLIC NOTICE SHERIFF’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE DOCKET NO. F-4796-98. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, PUBLIC NOTICE NORWEST MORTGAGE, INC., PLAIN- DATED AUGUST 20, 1999 FOR SALE OF SHERIFF’S SALE CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SHERIFF’S SALE TIFF vs. PEDRO C. FERNANDEZ, ET MORTGAGED PREMISES. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, DOCKET NO. F-15001-98. SHERIFF’S SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, ALS, DEFENDANT. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by DOCKET NO. F-21021-98. TRUST COMPANY, PLAINTIFF vs. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DOCKET NO. F-16371-98. DATED APRIL 1, 1999 FOR SALE OF public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union BANC ONE FINANCIAL SERVICES, DUMAS G. MARTINEZ AND OLIVIA DOCKET NO. F-3773-97. IRWIN MORTGAGE CORPORATION MORTGAGED PREMISES. County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, INC., A INDIANA CORP., PLAINTIFF vs. MARTINEZ, H/W; ET ALS., DEFENDANT. FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE PLAINTIFF vs. RAFAEL PAZ, ET AL, DE- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY RAYMONDE FERTIL A/K/A RAYMOND CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, ASSOCIATION, PLAINTIFF vs. MR. AND FENDANT. tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by THE 12TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 FERTIL, DEFENDANT. DATED SEPTEMBER 14, 1999 FOR SALE MRS. WILSON A. COLLANTES; JOSE O. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. HERNANDEZ; ET ALS, DEFENDANT. DATED SEPTEMBER 1, 1999 FOR SALE County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, successful bidders must have 20% of their DATED AUGUST 31, 1999 FOR SALE OF By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY bid available in cash or certified check at the MORTGAGED PREMISES. tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by DATED MARCH 2, 1998 FOR SALE OF By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- THE 5TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 at conclusion of the sales. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union MORTGAGED PREMISES. tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All The judgment amount is $88,990.58. tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union successful bidders must have 20% of their The property to be sold is located in the public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, bid available in cash or certified check at the CITY of ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, THE 12TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY conclusion of the sales. 07208, County of UNION and State of New Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, THE 5TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 at The judgment amount is $179,945.45. Jersey. THE 5TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 at successful bidders must have 20% of their Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All Property to be sold is located in the City of Commonly known as: 838 GROVE two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All bid available in cash or certified check at the THE 12TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 successful bidders must have 20% of their Elizabeth, County of Union, State of New STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY successful bidders must have 20% of their conclusion of the sales. at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All bid available in cash or certified check at the Jersey. 07208. bid available in cash or certified check at the The judgment amount is $101,756.85. successful bidders must have 20% of their conclusion of the sales. Premises commonly known as 400-402 Tax Lot No. 801.B W04 in Block No. 7 f/ conclusion of the sales. 1. Municipality: City of Elizabeth, County bid available in cash or certified check at the The judgment amount is $125,554.28. Livingston Street, Elizabeth, New Jer- k/a 801B. The judgment amount is $130,854.65. of Union and State of New Jersey; conclusion of the sales. COMMON STREET ADDRESS: 130 sey. Dimension of Lot: approximately 17.94 ALL THAT CERTAIN land and premises 2. Mailing Address: 11 Lowden Street, The judgment amount is $198,612.54. Broadway, Elizabeth, New Jersey. BEING KNOWN as Lot No. 604, Block feet wide by 100.00 feet long. situate in the City of Elizabeth, County of Elizabeth, New Jersey; The property to be sold is located in the TAX LOT AND BLOCK: LOT NO. 49 No. 3 of the official Tax Map of the City of Nearest Cross Street: Washington Av- Union, and State of New Jersey. 3. Tax Lot and Block: Lot No. 11 and CITY of ELIZABETH in the County of BLOCK NO. 2. Elizabeth. enue. COMMONLY known as 177 Third Street, Block No. 618; UNION, and the State of New Jersey. DIMENSIONS: 25 feet x 100 feet. Dimensions: (approximately) 50.00 feet x Situate at a point on the southerly sideline Elizabeth, New Jersey. 4. Dimensions: 74.00 feet x 28.74 feet x COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 28 SOUTH NUMBER OF FEET TO NEAREST IN- 100.00 feet. of Grove Street distance approximately 34.95 Also known as Lot No. 1022, Block No. 2 81.00 feet x 33.55 feet; FIFTH STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JER- TERSECTION: 325 feet from First Street. Nearest Cross Street: Fourth Street. feet easterly from its intersection with the on the tax map. 5. Number of Feet to Nearest Cross SEY 07206. There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of easterly sideline of Washington Avenue. There is due approximately the sum of Street: 201.75 feet. TAX LOT NO.: 1177, BLOCK NO.: 5. $128,920.01 together with lawful interest $185,577.08 together with lawful interest There is due approximately the sum of $134,353.28 together with lawful interest There is due approximately the sum of Dimensions of the Lot are (approximately) and costs. and costs. $91,436.34 together with lawful interest and and costs. $104,520.28 together with lawful interest 25 feet wide by 100 feet long. There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in costs. There is a full legal description on file in and costs. NEAREST CROSS STREET: Situated the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in on the SOUTHERLY side of SOUTH FIFTH The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. STREET, distant 325.42 feet from the this sale. this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn WESTERLY side of FIRST AVENUE. RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. There is due approximately the sum of SHERIFF SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH $210,415.97 together with lawful interest FARR, BURKE, GAMBACORTA AND FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, P.C., SHERIFF FARR, BURKE, GAMBACORTA AND SHERIFF and costs. WRIGHT, Attorney Attorney FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, WRIGHT, Attorney JAMES D. DONNELLY, Attorney There is a full legal description on file in 211 Benigno Boulevard Suite 505 Attorney 211 Benigno Boulevard 1236 Brace Road the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Suite 201 Sentry Office Plaza Suite 201 Suite 201 Suite C The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn P. O. Box 788 216 Haddon Avenue 7 Century Drive P.O. Box 788 P. O. Box 536 this sale. Bellmawr, New Jersey 08099-0788 Westmont, New Jersey 08108 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Bellmawr, New Jersey 08099-0788 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08003-0536 RALPH FROEHLICH CH-754799 (WL) CH-754467 (WL) CH-754811 (WL) CH-754805 (WL) CH-754833 (WL) SHERIFF 4 T – 12/9, 12/16, 4 T – 12/9, 12/16, 4 T - 12/16, 12/23, 4 T – 12/9, 12/16, 4 T - 12/16, 12/23, PETILLO & STERN, Attorney 12/23 & 12/30/99 Fee: $155.04 12/23 & 12/30/99 Fee: $171.36 12/30/99 & 1/6/00 Fee: $187.68 12/23 & 12/30/99 Fee: $159.12 12/30/99 & 1/6/00 Fee: $169.32 Suite 300 1170 Route 22 East Bridgewater, New Jersey 08807-2926 CH-753687 (WL) 4 T - 12/16, 12/23, 12/30/99 & 1/6/00 Fee: $175.44 PUBLIC NOTICE SHERIFF’S SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DOCKET NO. F-12442-98. CITIBANK, N.A., PLAINTIFF vs. LEE LAM AND MR. LAM, HUSBAND OF LEE LAM; ERIC M. MUEHLHAUSER; ET AL, DEFENDANT. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DATED SEPTEMBER 15, 1999 FOR SALE OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY THE 5TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D., 2000 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All successful bidders must have 20% of their bid available in cash or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. The judgment amount is $77,093.00. The property to be sold is located in the CITY of ELIZABETH, New Jersey, 07202, County of UNION and State of New Jersey. Commonly known as: 525-527 LINDEN AVENUE, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY 07202, a/k/a 525 LINDEN AVENUE, a/k/a 525-27 LINDEN AVENUE. Tax Lot No. 742 in Block No. 13. Dimension of Lot: approximately 35 feet wide by 100 feet long. Nearest Cross Street: Elmora Avenue. Situate at a point on the northwesterly sideline of Linden Avenue distance approxi- mately 265 feet northeasterly from its inter- section with the northeasterly sideline of Elmora Avenue There is due approximately the sum of $79,230.01 together with lawful interest and costs. There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, Attorney Suite 201 7 Century Drive Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 CH-754809 (WL) 4 T – 12/9, 12/16, 12/23 & 12/30/99 Fee: $185.64 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 18 Thursday, December 23, 1999 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Mr. Coronato Is Tapped as Attorney For Fanwood in GOP Administration By SUZETTE F. STALKER According to the Mayor-elect, the Borough Council in 1998 and Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Mr. Coronato’s present firm has served as campaign manager this FANWOOD — Mayor-elect represented “a number of munici- year for the local Republican ticket, Louis C. Jung of Fanwood last palities and municipal and county which swept races for mayor and Friday announced the appoint- two council vacancies on Novem- ment of Wilfred P. Coronato to ber 2. He is an alternate member of serve as Borough Attorney once Fanwood’s Historic Preservation the new, Republican-controlled Commission. administration takes over 10 days In a statement to The Times, Mr. from now. Jung, who will be sworn in as Mr. Coronato, a partner with the Mayor during the governing body’s Springfield law firm of reorganization meeting on Satur- McDonough, Korn & Eichhorn, day, January 1, revealed that he has been tapped to succeed Dennis “will formally present the appoint- Estis, who has held the position of ment of Mr. Coronato to the Bor- Borough Attorney for the past 12 ough Council” at that time. A years. Mr. Estis is a partner with majority vote is needed to approve the Woodbridge law firm of the appointment. Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith, Ravin, “Will is a very capable, intelli- Davis & Himmel. gent, hardworking and energetic A Fanwood resident and civil attorney, who I am confident will trial attorney, Mr. Coronato was serve the borough well,” Mr. Jung admitted to the New Jersey Bar Wilfred P. Coronato employees in litigated matters and said in his statement. PLANNING THE NEW YEAR...Members of the Union County Women’s Political Caucus (WPC) recently met to finalize Association in 1990. He joined “I have known him for several plans for their installation of officers on Tuesday, January 11, at the Summit City Hall. Conferring on the upcoming event, McDonough, Korn & Eichhorn in labor matters.” Mr. Jung said the candidate for Borough Attorney years and found him to be a very left to right, are: Elizabeth Cornwell of Linden, Secretary Designee; Kathy Mitchell of Fanwood; Rose Mary Snow of 1992 and was named a partner last focused and organized profes- Garwood; Mary Cudjoe of Hillside; Florence Farrone of Springfield; former New Jersey Senator and current state Casino and his firm have also served as January. Prior to that, he worked sional. In addition, his firm is highly Commissioner, Leanna Brown of Chatham; along with Veronica Desmond of Linden and state WPC President Joanne for the law firm of Shanley & counsel for state employees in Rajoppi. The WPC is a multi-partisan organization dedicated to the election and appointment of women at every level of matters related to the New Jersey regarded and provides him a wealth government. Other nominated officers include Carol Cohen of Westfield for President, P. Kelly Hatfield of Summit for Fisher in Morristown, described and breadth of expertise if ever Vice President; Brenda King of Plainfield for Treasurer; Mariann Mann of Union for Parliamentarian and Cindy Martin by Mr. Jung as “one of New Tort Claims Act. Mr. Coronato ran for a seat on needed,” the Mayor-elect contin- of Summit for Publicity Chair. Jersey’s largest firms.” ued. Mr. Coronato graduated magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa in Manville Resident Recalls How WHS Hockey Team 1987 from Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., where he received a bachelor of Helped With Cleanup of Home Following Floyd’ Floods arts degree. He was awarded his law degree from the university in By SONIA V. OWCHARIW On September 16th, Tropical and more rain! And, how, it rained! a parent of one of the WHS team’s up Ms. Morgan’s entire basement Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times 1990. Storm Floyd then downgraded Residents of eight counties were members. On a warm October which also included a crawl space. “The mayor and council have WESTIELD — During her 70 from a Category 5 hurricane, considered a disaster area by Presi- Saturday morning, Mrs. Kelly, Recalling that warm Saturday important work to do as we lead years, Manville resident Adeline headed up the Eastern seaboard dent Bill Clinton and Governor along with seven hockey team morning back in October, Ms. Fanwood into the new millennium,” Morgan, hasn’t seen a flood that from Florida where many thought Christine Todd Whitman. They members, headed to Manville to Morgan added, “while the boys Mr. Jung observed. “We will need caused such excessive damage like it was going to devastate that state were Union, Somerset, Essex, help Ms. Morgan’s flood ravaged were so busy with cleaning the the help of a competent, vibrant September’s Tropical Storm Floyd from coast to coast. However, Morris, Middlesex, Bergen, basement which was hit the hard- basement, a friend stopped by and and professional team of borough created, nor has she seen such Floyd had other intentions as it Passaic and Mercer counties. est. Flood waters reached her first exclaimed and asked who the won- officials to help guide us.” kindness and caring from a group whipped straight for New Jersey. Residents were evacuated from floor and rose to within a foot of derful workers and if they were her Mr. Jung, who will be sworn in of seven Westfield High School The state wasn’t ready for what their homes since water levels the second floor. grandsons?” New Year’s Day as Fanwood’s (WHS) hockey players who came Floyd was going to unleash all day reached almost second floors in “It was a good feeling what these She responded that, “They first Republican Mayor in 16 years, to her house and gave it a facelift on its already impacted drought their homes. boys did for me. I couldn’t believe weren’t until you said it and now, said he is looking forward to work- after the downpour from unforget- conditions and water restrictions After the storm, the idea was my eyes when I saw these young they are all my adopted grandsons.” ing not only with Mr. Coronato but table Floyd. from the previous summer. Rain generated by Barbara Cole Kelly, folk tumble out of Barbara’s ve- “We always hear the bad stuff, but with other borough officials, de- hicle. My first thought was, with this was so wonderful to hear about partment heads, employees and my low ceiling in the basement, these boys giving up their Saturday volunteers as well. these tall boys are going to be morning and helping a person in In addition to Mr. Jung, second- bumping their heads, and they did,” need. They’re a great bunch of kids!” term Councilman Stuart S. Kline Goods & Services Ms. Morgan said. said Westfield High School, Ath- and Councilman-elect Thomas P. The seven volunteers cleaned- letic Director Ed Tranchina. Ryan, Jr. will also take their oaths of office New Year’s Day. The triple GOP victory in November’s ACCOUNTANT AUTO REPAIR AVAILABLE General Election reversed the ELM STREET Democrats’ long-held 4-3 major- • Fast Turn-Around SERVICE CENTER ity on Fanwood’s governing body. Complete Auto Repair THIS SPACE Mr. Jung confirmed that Mr. • Flexible Payment Terms Foreign & Domestic Estis has agreed to stay on for the • Convenient Hours & • A/C Service AVAILABLE first part of the upcoming year to Location • Tires wrap up some “mutually agreed • Road Service CALL upon” business matters, such as NEIL F. SCHEMBRE NJ • Tune-ups completion of the borough’s up- Certified Public Accountant State • Brakes dated zoning ordinance and some Inspection • Batteries (908) 232-4407 litigation matters, as well as to (908) (908) 322-6066 • 322-4138 138 Elm St • Westfield help with the transition from the 266 North Avenue, Fanwood 908-232-1937 former to the new administration. He will be paid an hourly rate for FENCING HANDYMAN SERVICES HEATING his services. “I’ve enjoyed working with him professionally and personally,” Mr. A. PLAIA & SON Jung remarked about Mr. Estis, whom he called “a very competent attorney, very professional.” All Types of Fence We Return All Calls!! 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Parents, Taxpayers Angered WESTFIELD –CLASSIFIEDS– FIRE BLOTTER HELP WANTED HELP WANTED By Inclusion Week Agenda VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Police/Fire Dispatcher CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 MONDAY, DECEMBER 13 Street - Water condition. Easier Than You Might Think Full time position as a dispatcher In the end, students associated the “They’re in the driver’s seat and • Four hundred block of North • Eight hundred block of Coolidge Westfield Rescue Squad seeks per- (Grade 8) for the Town of West- phrases “does laundry” and “small can educate as they want to,” said the Avenue - Emergency medical call. Street - Water condition. sons willing to train as Emergency field. The dispatcher under the eyes” with the word “chink;” “red second source. • Three hundred block of North • One hundred block of Coolidge Medical Technicians. Valid NJ Driv. routine supervision of the platoon dot, 7-11, skinny and poor, as well as Mrs. Hintze added that students Avenue - Gas leak. Street - Investigation. Lic. req., min. 4 hrs./wk. We offer 24 commander follows well-estab- • Twelve hundred block of Pros- FRIDAY, DECEMBER 17 hr. coverage. Select a duty period lished procedures to dispatch po- Pocahontas” with the word “Indian,” should have had “permission to opt • that’s right for you. Wkday 9 am - 1 lice, fire and rescue squad per- thus confusing the American-Indian in rather than the permission to opt pect Street - Electrical hazard. One hundred block of Scudder TUESDAY, DECEMBER 14 Road - Alarm activation. pm or 1-5 pm slots are perfect for sonnel and equipment to meet the and Indian races. out” of the week’s seminars. • Twelve hundred block of Pros- • Seven hundred of West Broad parents of school children. needs reported to central dispatch. “I don’t identify myself by my race, She questioned the motives of the pect Street - Electrical fire. Street - Electrical fire. Seeks trainees as Dispatchers. Min. Applies detailed knowledge of the but I do identify myself by my heri- school administration and PFLAG • Eight hundred block of • Two hundred of Charles Street - 2 hrs./wk. All training provided. complex communications equip- tage – Italian American,” revealed to address the students about homo- Shadowlawn Drive - Hazardous con- Smoke condition. Call the Recruiting Team at ment and the many established one student. sexuality. “This is a sex issue. We all dition. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 18 (908) 233-2500 for details codes and procedures, to carry “Wasn’t America supposed to be a have equal rights, but homosexuals • Three hundred block of Rahway • Four hundred block of Beechwood out dispatching and record keep- melting pot?” asked another pupil. want special privileges and promote Avenue - Hazardous condition. Place - Smoke condition. HELP WANTED ing activities under the supervi- WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15 • Two hundred block of North Av- sion of the platoon commander. The label “white” was associated a sexual orientation that is detrimen- Administrative Assistant • Fifteen hundred block of Lam- enue, West - electrical fire. Applicants must be computer lit- with the words “KKK,” “normal,” tal to our lives.” • “never been oppressed,” “lots of “The educational system in the berts Mill Road - Electrical hazard. One thousand block of Boynton The United States Golf Asso- erate, as well as possess good • Six hundred block of Fourth Av- Avenue - Water condition. ciation is seeking an Adminis- communication skills. Contact: power,” “need a tan,” and “proper.” United States wants to infringe on enue - Lock-out. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 19 trative Assistant to provide sup- One of the results that disturbed moral values of home and family,” Captain Clifford D. Auchter THURSDAY, DECEMBER 16 • One thousand block of South port to the Director of Women’s at (908) 789-4004 Mr. Hollis, Ms. Cho and the students explained Mrs. Kalinowski. “I don’t • Five hundred block of Clark Avenue, West - Gas leak. Competitions and two manag- Deadline To Apply: alike, involved the difference in the think we should call schools lov- ers. Duties include preparing January 15, 2000 words associated with “negro” and ing.” correspondence, handling “nigger.” Such dialogue on homosexuality SCOTCH PLAINS phone requests from commit- HELP WANTED The looseleaf paper for the student “has no place in the school at all,” tee members and volunteers, Administration wearing the word “negro” said according to Mrs. Kalinowski. POLICE BLOTTER coordinating large mailings and Coordinator “criminal,” “thief” and “good in bas- It is the “family’s responsibility to handling social function invita- Administrative Services ketball.” While the paper for the discuss these issues,” concurred the SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5 dow causing it to break. It is unknown as tions. Will also assist staff at • Bruce A. Warholic, 35, of Rahway to what had caused the damage. several championships, so The United States Golf Asso- pupil wearing the label “nigger” said second source. “The parents should was arrested and charged with driving WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15 travel is required. Ideal candi- ciation is seeking an organized “bad, mean word.” really be notified before anything while intoxicated pursuant to a one-car • At Bell Atlantic on Cellar Avenue, date will have excellent typing and analytical individual to co- After the forum, when told about like this is brought into the schools.” motor vehicle accident on the Martine an employee reported the theft of a tele- and PC skills (Microsoft Office) ordinate furniture, copier and the parents who felt excluded be- The first anonymous source said Avenue extension. vision taken from the building some time fax machine purchasing and WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 8 during the night. and be able to work indepen- cause they weren’t told about the he would ask the administration, “If • • dently. Knowledge of golf is maintenance with outside ven- Dale R. Disney, 2nd, of Scotch A Park Avenue resident reported dors as well as provide man- week’s activities, Mr. Hollis told The the tables were turned and they were Plains was taken into custody on Front the theft of a gold bracelet taken some helpful. ager with administrative sup- Leader and The Times, “I’m sorry approached to do something on the Street after local authorities received a time over the past month. The USGA offers a competitive they feel isolated.” He said that a Catholic Church, it would be a dif- broadcast from the Middlesex Police FRIDAY, DECEMBER 17 port in day-to-day operations • salary, generous company-paid including ordering supplies, pre- greater effort would be made to in- ferent story.” Department. Disney was sought in con- A Route 22 business owner reported nection with a robbery which occurred receiving a bad check presented for mer- benefits and a pleasant work paring correspondence, filing, clude parents when next year’s week “The system of education shouldn’t that day in that municipality and was chandise. environment. administrating employee ID’s, is planned. sit like a watchdog and try to correct turned over to the Middlesex Police • Gian Davis, 18, of Scotch Plains Please forward resumé, and maintaining Access data- Dr. Petix and Dr. Foley had main- the behavior of our children. That’s Department. was arrested and charged with posses- including salary history bases. tained that parents have always been the job of the family.” SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11 sion of alcohol under the legal age pursu- or expectations to: • A resident of Valleyscent Avenue ant to an officer’s investigation at the The ideal candidate will have invited to attend. Other seminars included “Gay Is- reported the theft of approximately $500 Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School. United States Golf Asso. some related experience, ex- sues in the Media;” “Our Peer Con- in cash from her apartment. It is believed SATURDAY, DECEMBER 18 Personnel Department - AA cellent negotiations and writing Funding nection & Conflict Resolution;” “Stu- that an unidentified acquaintance may be • A 1992 Mitsubishi was reported PO Box 708 skills and strong PC skills While Dr. Petix and Board Secre- dents With Various Disabilities Dis- responsible, police said. stolen from in front of a Myrtle Avenue Liberty Corner Road (Word, Excel, Access, E-mail, tary and Business Administrator cuss Their Challenges;” “Money SUNDAY, DECEMBER 12 residence. Far Hills, NJ 07931 Internet). • A resident of Stout Avenue reported • Sandra Swanson, 51, of Basking FAX: (908) 781-1735 Robert A. Berman maintain that the Changes Everything: Economic Is- that the side window of her vehicle was Ridge, was arrested and charged with [email protected] Please send resumé, week’s programs are free and not sues for Adolescents” and “Stereo- broken out overnight. driving under the influence of alcohol which must include funded by the bond or the budget, types in Islam.” • A bottle of liquor was shoplifted pursuant to a motor vehicle stop on Route salary history to: some parents and taxpayers believe The week also featured “Women’s from a South Avenue store. 22 at approximately 2:30 a.m. HELP WANTED United States Golf Asso. MONDAY, DECEMBER 13 • It was reported that damage was otherwise. Studies - Facets of Women’s Lives: • MECHANICAL/INDUSTRIAL Personnel Department-CAS A resident of Dogwood Drive re- done to a front door Park Avenue office PO Box 708 * * * * * Moving Toward Inclusion;” “Strati- ported that at approximately 11 a.m. they building. The incident occurred some START NOW. Manufacturer of Mrs. Hintze, Westfield resident fication in Society;” “Kwanzaa;” heard something impact a rear door win- time during the night. Industrial equip. looking for de- Liberty Corner Road Irene C. Kalinowski and the two “Language: Inclusion Not Exclu- pendable FT mechanic. Experi- Far Hills, NJ 07931 FAX: (908) 781-1735 anonymous sources all feel violated sion;” “Walking in Others’ Shoes: ence in plumbing, pneumatic weld- WESTFIELD ing and mechanical assembly a as taxpayers, pointing to their finan- Learning to Empathize from ‘To Kill plus. Will train qualified applicant. cial support of the $11.7 million bond A Mockingbird;’” “The Man Show: POLICE BLOTTER Full benefits. Fax resumé (salary OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT referendum passed last December and Exploring Literature That Features requirements included) to 908- MOUNTAINSIDE – 850 sq.ft. op- the passage of the district’s $48 mil- Distinct Perceptions of Sex, Race, MONDAY, DECEMBER 13 from her locker at the school. • 687-0653, or come in to fill out an posite post office. Also 700 & 850 lion school tax levy in April. Religion And Sexuality;” “Our Town: Three plastic Christmas decorations, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15 application at 32 Montgomery St., sq.ft. near Rt. 22. Reasonable. valued at $150, were reported stolen from • A Fanwood resident reported the “We are the ones paying this bill. 1901 And What Does It Mean To the front lawn of a Salter Place residence. theft of her wallet while she was shop- Hillside. Call (908) 789-8961 They (school administration) think Belong To Our Town, Westfield TUESDAY, DECEMBER 14 ping at a North Avenue department store. they can do this without notification 2000?” “What is Project ’79, Any- • A student at Westfield High School THURSDAY, DECEMBER 16 Call (908) 232-4407 of the parents,” stated the first source. way?” and “Two French Poets - reported the theft of a cellular telephone • A resident of Fairmont Avenue re- “They outface, blatantly lie to Rimbaud and Verlaine: Romance or and a wallet containing cash, credit slips ported the theft of a cellular telephone and an Automatic Teller Machine card from her motor vehicle. To Place Your Classified people,” said Mrs. Hintze. Vagrancy?”

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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 20 Thursday, December 23, 1999 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Arts & Entertainment CHRISTMAS EDITION POPCORN™ The Green Mile Fill Your Stockings Could Go The Distance By Michael S. Goldberger With Perfect Music One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent 3 popcorns Delacroix, a French-accented Cajun By ANDY Ludwig, I forgot how ahead of their Based on Steven King’s novel whose husbanding of pet mouse time this criminally-under-appreci- Mr. Jangles points up the tragedy GOLDENBERG about life, death and the miracle of Specially Written for The ated band was. redemption on death row during of a life gone awry. Westfield Leader and The Times Combining the distinct vocals of The Depression, The Green Mile But no prison film has ever had With the holidays Bryan Ferry and the innovative goes a long way to entertain. And a death row inmate quite like John upon us and the new keyboard work of Brian Eno, Roxy while a tad drawn-out and no pol- Coffey, portrayed to the thespic year approaching, here is a Music created futuristic sounds that ished masterpiece in the haute cin- nines by the nearly 7-foot tall list of new and re-issued albums current bands have still yet come to ema sense of the term, it just might Michael Duncan. He is slated to die that would make perfect stocking- grasp. have that special something it takes for the rape and murder of two stuffers for your favorite music lover. Continuing the theme of under- to pass the test of time — to little twin girls. In the box set category, two appreciated bands, other notable become one of those movies that No doubt about it, there’s some- releases stand out. Arista Records re-issues include Snapper’s fabu- ultimately turns into an old friend. thing different about John, aside and Grateful Dead Records have lously re-mastered versions of the This is a unique genus of film from his imposing size and a gentle teamed up to bring us “So Many Pretty Things back-catalog. Com- that director-screenwriter Frank demeanor to beat the band. The Roads,” a 5-disc set of unreleased bining the lyrical ingenuity of The Darabont’s 187-minute opus could guards are in awe. He arrives with live and studio recordings from Beatles and the musical aggres- be joining. Such works have a an aura that usually accompanies The Grateful Dead. sion of Queen, The Pretties never familiarity. Their repeated appear- mystical packages in fairy tales. Cheri Rogosky for The Westfield Leader and The Times Spanning 30 years from 1965 to achieved the notoriety of their 60s ances on television are like hav- Innocence and good seem to MUSICAL CELEBRATION...The Orchestra of St. Peter by the Sea, 1995, this compilation tracks the contemporaries. ing welcome company in our exude from his very being. But he conducted by the Reverend Alphonse Stephenson, performed a band’s musical evolution from simple However, the music was and is homes because they speak to us. was found with his horribly gory program entitled, “Celebrate the Joy That Is Christmas” at the 60s-psych icons to one of the great- just as good if not better than those victims, crying miserably that he est improvisational rock/jazz outfits bands, so check these reissues out And whether or not they garner Church of St. Theresa in Kenilworth on December 15. Pictured, in music history. Lovingly-packaged fancy awards during their maiden wanted to “take it back,” but above, is Rev. Stephenson. to see for yourselves. Snapper has couldn’t. So there’s a murder mys- in a cloth-bound case, the set also done a more amazing job re-mas- run, more often than not the phi- contains thoughtful essays on the losophies they espouse have come tery angle sewed into the screen- tering these 30-year-old tapes so play; and this ultimately ties into band by music scribes. This is a they sound like they were recorded to console us, to define and de- Music Instructor in Westfield, must-have for any music fan. today. These are simply the best- fend our personal view of human- the more spiritual aspect of the plot when it becomes apparent Also recently released from GD sounding re-issues on the market ity. Records is the 15th installment of today. I wish other major labels And so it is with The Green Mile, that John has a very special gift. Just ask Hanks’ kindly guard/ Bob Rietzke Slates Retirement the Dick’s Picks series. Named took enough time to make their with enough parables, metaphors after Dick Latvala, the band’s ar- archival releases sound this good. and similes to populate a text- reluctant executioner, suffering an ailment that draws both laughter chivist who passed away a few Snapper has also recently re- book on literary mechanisms. Not WESTFIELD – After 32 ½ years The instrumental program at months back, this installment fea- leased some excellent Steve too many shades of gray here, and sympathy when first we make of teaching instrumental music in Edison Intermediate School has his acquaintance. tures a 1977 concert at the Speed- Hackett material so make sure to save for the puzzle at the center of Westfield, Bob Rietzke has an- grown from approximately 76 way in Englishtown. The band investigate those as well. the tale. And granted, there’s a After big John Coffey applies his nounced his retirement. members to nearly 300 musicians. ministrations, nothing is ever quite always seemed to play with a little From the Universal Music Com- twist or two that’ll throw you for a Throughout the years, Mr. Mr. Rietzke received the more aggression on its east coast pany come some painfully-over- loop. But for the most part it’s the same on the green mile. Ques- Rietzke has directed the orches- tions are loosed, leading to the Governor’s Teacher Recognition swings and this fabulous concert due Joe Cocker re-masters includ- good versus evil. tras and bands in the elementary Award at Edison School in 1991 was no exception. ing the famous Mad Dogs & En- Yet what really makes The Green ultimate moral conundrum of West- ern Civilization: Just who is this and intermediate schools. and was featured on the cover of Long overdue, Elektra Traditions glishmen live album, which fea- Mile the movie answer to comfort and Rhino Records have released, tured sparkling renditions of food is its ensemble set of inspiring strange big guy with the awesome Bob Rietzke “Harry Chapin, Story of a Life.” This powers? And if he is who we think Traffic’s “Feelin’ Alright” as well as characterizations. 3-CD box set serves two purposes. the Beatles’ “She Came in Thru the Admittedly, it’s a bit odd when he is, are we going to execute him The first being a career summation anyway? Bathroom Window.” you consider the scenario; because of Chapin’s brilliant musical contri- Featured on this stellar album like The Shawshank Redemption, Moved to pen this type of fable bution, while the second stresses are guitarist and piano virtuoso its predecessor crafted by the same in recent years, King nonetheless the importance of his lifelong fight Leon Russell as well as Rita folks, 95 percent of The Green Mile fills his work with the sense of to end world hunger. Coolidge on backing vocals. Other takes place in prison - on death surprise and intrigue he honed in While reading the well-re- Cocker re-issues include his self- row no less. his famed career as master pur- searched booklet which accompa- titled album as well as “With a Unwrapping for our movie-go- veyor of horror and mystery. And nies this set, I was amazed at how Little Help From My Friends” fea- ing delight and critical approval the author’s facility for submitting much Chapin accomplished in his turing Jimmy Page and Steve yet another in his string of peerless heaping shards of irony at pre- lifetime. Bob Dole once interrupted Winwood. These two releases also performance is Tom Hanks as cisely timed intervals allows film- a Congressional meeting to praise feature bonus tracks as well as prison guard Paul Edgecomb, all maker Darabont to imbue the oth- Chapin’s life and work as did lead- sparklingly good sound quality. around good guy and chief witness erwise traditional tale with the sort ers nationwide. Also recently released as part of to the wonderment that will soon of revelatory flourishes that make Musically, this set presents all of Universal/MCA’s continuing re-is- work its supernatural ways on the both its harsh as well as its heart- the hits such as, “Cat’s In The Cradle” sue program are The Royal Scam & green mile — a euphemism for warming lessons play like the gos- “Taxi” “Sequel” as well as some of Aja from Steely Dan, which were death row. pel truth. Fantasy was never more the more obscure gems like lovingly re-mastered by members There, with the aid of his trusty credible. “WOLD” and “Short Stories.” With Walter Becker and Donald Fagen. colleagues Brutus “Brutal” Howell But why make prison the labora- touching essays penned by his fam- The bass extension is much deeper (David Morse) and Harry tory to study the human condition ily, the booklet sheds new light on on these reissues and warrant spe- Terwilleger (Jeffrey DeMunn), and and teach a little morality? Is it Chapin the performer and Chapin cial attention by audiophiles. in spite of meddling by politically because the extremes of behavior the man. This is one set not to be Lastly, my pick for eclectic re- connected guard Percy (Doug play well in close confinement, missed. Well done Electra/Rhino! leases of the year are a tag team Hutchison), Paul engages in the where they can’t get lost in the Also recently released on the tandem of Sundazed remastered/ landscape? Or is it that truth is This Is Westfield in 1998. Electra label is a fine live album merciful art of allowing the doomed PUBLIC NOTICE His final concert was held yes- reissue of the cult classic album, their final dignity — even if they more apt to prevail in such apoca- from former 10,000 Maniacs singer, “Oar,” by Alexander “Skip” Spence lyptic circumstances. Perhaps a little UNION COUNTY BOARD terday, December 22, at Edison Natalie Merchant, recorded at the as well as “More Oar,” a tribute don’t seem to deserve it. Then they OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS School. The Edison Parent Teacher bit of both. NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Neil Simon Theater on June 13. record compiled by Warner Broth- are electrocuted. Organization hosted a reception Besides covering her solo hits, The film’s anti-capital punish- As with The Shawshank Redemp- Date Adopted: December 16, 1999 ers’ Bill Bentley. Spence, the former Public Notice is hereby given that the in his honor. Merchant also tackles David ment stance is evinced with some tion before it, Mr. King’s maximum Jefferson Airplane Drummer and security Petri dish again proves Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders Bowie’s “Space Oddity” as well as founder of the West-Coast Psych very graphic examples — grisly has awarded a contract without competitive Neil Young’s “After The Gold Rush” band, Moby Grape. visions that won’t soon take leave that humankind is capable of both bidding as a professional service or extraor- great and terrible things. We rarely dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to with equal aplomb. This is a fan- This painfully-rare album has of your psyche. tastic album from both a musical been lovingly restored from the Expect the usual set of prison need convincing of the latter. But N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and the resolution authorizing it is available for and sonic perspective. original master tapes by Sundazed drama characters, as well as a few we do know that tales of moral Jimmy Walsh heroism, the quest for grace and public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of For your classic rock lover, EMD/ Records and sounds splendid. Re- neatly nuanced variations. Among the Board. Capitol have released limited edi- the notion that there’s some good Continued from Page 21 corded sparingly with little instru- the more conventional inmates RESOLUTION NO.: 1683-99 tion re-mastered vinyl replica ver- mentation, this haunting psyche- there is Wild Bill (Sam Rockwell), in almost everyone are just what (Amending Resolution No. 1373-99) we need for our spiritual and emo- AWARDED TO: Aculabs Inc., 99-103 sions of some of their classic re- delic-folk record has aged quite one of the most heinous villains to Glendale Avenue, Edison, New Jersey. leases sure to whet fans’ appetites. well and features challenging chord besmirch the screen since Blue tional well being. And in this respect The Green SERVICES: To provide laboratory ser- tions must be booked around Releases include Heart’s progressions from Spence. Duck (Frederic Forrest) appalled vices to the residents/patients of Runnells Mile goes the full nine yards. Jimmy’s show and rehearsal sched- “Dreamboat Annie,” REM’s “Docu- Sort of an American version of us in Lonesome Dove; Graham Specialized Hospital. ule. ment,” The Rolling Stones’ “Sticky * * * * * COST: In an additional amount of $5,000, Pink Floyd’s Syd Barrett, Spence Greene as credibly contrite Arlen Fingers” and Bob Seger’s “Live The Green Mile, rated R, is a for a new contract amount of $35,000. Jimmy agreed that his responsi- also retired from the music busi- Bitterbuck, hopeful that an after- PERIOD: From January 1, 2000 through bility to A Christmas Carol comes Bullet & Night Moves.” ness prematurely as a partial result life will let him revisit the happi- Castle Rock Entertainment and Warner Brothers release directed December 31, 2000. first. The sound quality on all of these of his copius intake of psychedelic ness of his youth; and Michael Jeter M. Elizabeth Genievich reissues blows away the current by Frank Darabont and stars Tom “It’s more important to do the job substances. Mental breakdown not- as the haplessly seriocomic Eduard Clerk of the Board than to try to get the job,” he said regular editions and as such they withstanding, this album is a Hanks, Michael Duncan and David 1 T – 12/23/99, The Leader Fee: $23.97 with delightful maturity. make the perfect holiday gifts. Morse. Running time: 187 minutes. spooky, understated gem. Sound- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Like the other Christmas Carol For the Glam Rock fan in all of ing like a cross between a tour- actors and participants, Jimmy has a us, Virgin Records has recently weary Nick Cave and a young UNION COUNTY BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE UNION COUNTY BOARD professional tutor at the theater to reissued the David Bowie back- Johnny Cash, Spence creates star- OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS help him keep up with his school catalog in glorious 24-bit re-mas- NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD UNION COUNTY BOARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD tling tension with just his vocal Date Adopted: December 16, 1999 OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Date Adopted: December 16, 1999 work. There is not, however, too tered sound! While these re-issues and acoustic guitar. Public Notice is hereby given that the NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Public Notice is hereby given that the much down time during perfor- lack the bonus tracks previously More Oar, a tribute album dedi- Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders Date Adopted: December 16, 1999 Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders mances as Jimmy is on stage for found on the Rykodisc editions, cated to Spence’s original, features a has awarded a contract without competitive Public Notice is hereby given that the has awarded a contract without competitive nine scenes. the sound quality is noticeably star-studded cast paying loving trib- bidding as a professional service or extraor- Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders bidding as a professional service or extraor- And, even though A Christmas better with much better bass reso- ute to this obscure sonic treasure. dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to has awarded a contract without competitive dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and bidding as a professional service or extraor- N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and Carol opened the day after Thanks- lution, well worth the investment. Featured on this tribute are such the resolution authorizing it is available for dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to the resolution authorizing it is available for giving, rehearsals continue to en- Continuing the Glam Rock theme, notable Rock luminaries Robert public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of sure young actors have ample op- Virgin will re-issue the Roxy Music Plant, Beck, Robyn Hitchcock and the Board. the resolution authorizing it is available for the Board. portunity to refine their lines as back catalog in the Year 2000. I was Tom Waits. Kudos to Bill Bentley & RESOLUTION NO.: 1693-99 public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of RESOLUTION NO.: 1691-99 able to procure advance import the Board. understudies. Sundazed Records for having the AWARDED TO: Comprehensive Assis- AWARDED TO: Multi-Care, 100 Com- Mrs. Walsh said Jimmy’s third- copies courtesy of Virgin/Canada. tance and Referral for Employees (C.A.R.E.), RESOLUTION NO.: 1681A-99 merce Place, Clark, New Jersey. vision to keep the memory of this 505 South Avenue, Cranford, New Jersey. AWARDED TO: Delta Dental. SERVICES: To provide pre-employment grade teacher, Beth Risse, and school While I was not surprised how quirky masterpiece alive. SERVICES: To provide a comprehensive SERVICES: Renewal of Union County physicals and other related medical ser- principal, Carl Kumpf, have been brilliant they sounded as they were These releases should keep you employee assistance program to County Dental Plan. vices. very understanding of his busy re-mastered by the finest re-mas- busy this holiday season and into employees and their families. COST: In an amount of $630,000. COST: In an amount not to exceed schedule and absences from school. tering engineer out there, Bob the new year. Happy listening! COST: In an amount not to exceed PERIOD: From January 1, 2000 through $40,000. In fact, when the show opened, the $45,684. December 31, 2000. PERIOD: From January 1, 2000 through PERIOD: From January 1, 2000 through M. Elizabeth Genievich December 31, 2000. young actor received a bouquet of December 31, 2000. Clerk of the Board M. Elizabeth Genievich good-luck balloons from Mrs. Risse, M. Elizabeth Genievich 1 T – 12/23/99, The Leader Fee: $20.40 Clerk of the Board his former teachers and Coles El- Clerk of the Board 1 T – 12/23/99, The Leader Fee: $22.95 ementary School secretary Carolyn 1 T – 12/23/99, The Leader Fee: $24.48 PUBLIC NOTICE Thomson. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE UNION COUNTY BOARD Most of these fans have attended, OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS UNION COUNTY BOARD or plan to attend, one of Jimmy’s UNION COUNTY BOARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS performances at the Garden. OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Date Adopted: December 16, 1999 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Mingling with his fellow actors NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Public Notice is hereby given that the Date Adopted: December 16, 1999 has definitely been one of the high- Date Adopted: December 16, 1999 Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the has awarded a contract without competitive Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders lights of Jimmy’s theatrical debut. Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders bidding as a professional service or extraor- has awarded a contract without competitive “The cast party was something!” he has awarded a contract without competitive dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to bidding as a professional service or extraor- exclaimed. “Eating, dancing, laugh- bidding as a professional service or extraor- N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to ing. We all got presents.” dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to the resolution authorizing it is available for N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and For Jimmy, these gifts included a N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the resolution authorizing it is available for the resolution authorizing it is available for the Board. public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of gumball machine from his agent public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of RESOLUTION NO.: 1692-99 the Board. and a Grease scrapbook from ac- the Board. AWARDED TO: Employee Assistance RESOLUTION NO.: 1699-99 tress Didi Conn. RESOLUTION NO.: 1688A-99 Resources, 55 Princeton-Hightstown Road, (Amending Resolution No. 1298-99) The night of the party, Jimmy AWARDED TO: Rehabco Inc., 825 Lehigh Suite 211, Princeton, New Jersey. AWARDED TO: Susan Fellman, Esq., asked every cast member to sign a Avenue, Union, New Jersey. SERVICES: To provide a medical testing 313 South Avenue, P.O. Box 485, Fanwood, copy of Dickens’ “A Christmas SERVICES: For professional services of program for employees categorized in the New Jersey. an expert consultant to implement and carry Commercial Division License Program SERVICES: For additional legal services Carol,” that his sister, Doreen, had out overall administration of the Section 8 (CDL). on behalf of the County of Union in the given him. The book will serve as a Housing Assistance Payment Program. COST: In an amount not to exceed matter entitled Gomez v. Union County, et lasting reminder of the youngster’s PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT...The Music Studio Chamber Orches- COST: In an amount of $230,000. $15,400. al. first time in the spotlight. tra, directed by Dr. Theodore K. Schlosberg, will perform at the PERIOD: From January 1, 2000 through PERIOD: From January 1, 2000 through COST: In the amount of $15,000, for a Good thing, too, because his days First Night Westfield 2000 celebration on Friday, December 31, at December 31, 2000. December 31, 2000. total contract amount not to exceed $40,000. the Parish Hall of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church from 7 to 10 p.m. M. Elizabeth Genievich M. Elizabeth Genievich M. Elizabeth Genievich in the theater may be numbered. Clerk of the Board Clerk of the Board Clerk of the Board Jimmy plans on being a major league The Orchestra will perform selections from the jazz, pop and light 1 T – 12/23/99, The Leader Fee: $22.95 1 T – 12/23/99, The Leader Fee: $24.48 1 T – 12/23/99, The Leader Fee: $23.46 baseball player when he grows up. classical repertoire. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, December 23, 1999 Page 21 Arts & Entertainment CHRISTMAS EDITION Jimmy Walsh Makes Merry Stylish Saxophone Melodies As Young Scrooge Born From Whitney Slaten

By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN sound in his performances. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times In A Christmas Carol A private student of Andy Fusco SCOTCH PLAINS – Few musi- for the past three years, Whitney cians possess the rich history and ing bug bit him when his older has also participated in an inten- By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN repertoire of soprano saxophone Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times brother, Michael, “dragged” him sive program at the New Jersey player Whitney Slaten of Scotch SCOTCH PLAINS — The op- into New York City two years Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in Plains. portunity to interview young ago to see his agent, Ayn Lauren Newark entitled, “Jazz Fourtines.” In fact, so much talent emanates Jimmy Walsh in between per- of SEM&M. Michael had his first Working on improvisational from the golden reed that Whitney formances, voice lessons, re- taste of Broadway when his Park techniques and learning about had the opportunity to strut his hearsals, auditions and school Middle School chorus was cho- different saxophone skills in a solo perfor- was one of those opportunities sen to sing in A Christmas Carol mance with the high school’s marching band during the half- time portion of a Thanksgiv- Michelle H. LePoidevin for The Westfield Leader and The Times ing football game between ETHEREAL ENSEMBLE...First Baptist Church in Westfield is be- Scotch Plains-Fanwood decked and bedazzled for the Christmas season with brilliant High School and Union angels, glorious red banners and an awe-inspiring creche -- courtesy of graphic artist Art Taylor of Mountainside. on November 25. During an interview last Thursday with The Westfield Leader and The Mountainside’s Art Taylor Times, Whitney explained he acquired his interest in music from his grand- Makes Paper Angels Soar father who was a choir director and his father who is an audio engi- By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN which are painted with extraordi- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times neer for Scotch Plains- nary detail and brilliant color. based Audio Interna- MOUNTAINSIDE – The splen- The entire display is erected and dor and incandescence of Handel’s tional. the angels are strung from sturdy When his grandfather holiday composition, Messiah, ech- wires with the help of young men oed inside of Art Taylor’s work- passed on, Whitney inher- who volunteer their time to adorn ited his grandfather’s piano and shop in the heat of August while the church for the holy season. he designed magnificent life- tried his luck at the instrument. He styles such as Middle Eastern, The industry and soul that goes also tried to play the trumpet. into designing the angels is a story Caribbean, and Latin rhythms, After listening since the age of five Whitney took a lot with him from A STAR IN THE SPOTLIGHT...Scotch Plains resident Jimmy in itself. Mr. Taylor recalled that to several jazz groups with which they originated with some small “Jazz Fourtines.” He added that Walsh, who stars as Young Scrooge in the production of A his father worked, Whitney real- he became encouraged to write Christmas Carol at Madison Square Garden, enjoys a hug from paper sculptures, miniaturized ver- ized that his heart truly belonged sions of those at the First his own solo performances at co-star Didi Conn during the cast party. to the saxophone. NJPAC. Baptist Church, which he “It was a very natural thing,” worth waiting for. last year. crafted years ago. When When asked if he was given the recalled the Scotch Plains- chance to take the stage at the The charming eight-year old Jimmy’s fledgling career be- he put one on his mantle Fanwood High School senior who Scotch Plains resident is three gan to take off at the end of at home, he wondered, Grammy Awards program and per- has received solo awards as a form any specific number, Whitney weeks into his Broadway de- August as companies were “What if they were life-size?” member of the Moonglowers Jazz but as young Scrooge in A shooting their Christmas com- And so, the larger version was couldn’t really conceive of such a Band, a highly-ranked ensemble scenario. Christmas Carol at The Theater mercials, explained his mom, born. in the state. at Madison Square Garden. He Janet Walsh. Jimmy landed sev- Mr. Taylor explained that al- A grounded and practical stu- Although he is not an avid fan of dent and musician, Whitney re- snagged the part in October eral jobs, including two televi- though the angels appear to be smooth jazz and does not care to even though the production was sion commercials for K-Mart, very light, they took over his vealed that he would rather focus follow in the footsteps of Kenny on taking over his dad’s sound originally cast back in the sum- one for the Hess truck, and workshop. “But, when they are G, Whitney related that his saxo- mer. another for Loew’s Hardware. sized, painted paper angels and 15 feet in the air, they don’t look as company and maintain a part-time figures for an annual display at the phone style “can go anywhere career as a musician. Though he cannot exactly put “Jimmy could be going out big as they are.” from the 1920s to now.” his finger on what he likes best four times a week for three First Baptist Church in Westfield. When asked what kind of mood For now, he will focus on en- The nativity sculptures, which He has studied and greatly ad- joying his spotlight as a soprano about acting, Jimmy said sim- auditions a day. It can be very he tried to create when building mired John Coltrane and Sonny ply, “It’s just fun for some rea- busy,” said Mrs. Walsh, who are majestically configured upon each component of the display, sax player and think about study- the altar of the church — complete Rollins. These influences have car- ing at Hampton University in Vir- son.” explained how, these days, audi- Mr. Taylor said, “I tried to create an ried over to Whitney’s technique According to Jimmy, the act- Continued on Page 20 with angels soaring dramatically awe and reverence as to what they ginia where he has been accepted, 15 feet above — were inspired by to such a degree that audiences or his dream school, Miami Uni- represent, a bright and joyful exu- can pick out Coltrane and Rollin’s the Renaissance structures found berance about the splendor of the versity. in the traditional Christmas dis- occasion.” play at the Metropolitan Museum Before Mr. Taylor was working of Art in New York. with heavenly figures, he was “I was asked if I had any ideas working with the big boys as an Pen and Ink for the sanctuary of the art director at J. Walter Thomp- church,” said Mr. Tay- son, an advertising firm in New lor, explaining how York City, for nearly 20 years. By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN the yearly sea- Developing commercials sonal display for heavyweights such as came about more Burger King, Diet Coke than a decade ago. and Kodak, the com- Over the last 10 to mute be- ‘Peanuts’ Cartoonist Charles Schulz 12 years, his projects evolved consider- To Retire Comic Strip in January ably and have con- My cousin, Sherry Piszar of East Brunswick, had a profound tinued loyalty and love for all things to in- Snoopy. Her bookshelves spire awe were lined with some of the in visitors most irreplaceable paperback ALL AGLOW...The Schmiede Tree Expert Company in Scotch to the collections of the comic strips. Plains decorated this ancient Oak Tree in the Scotch Plains Village church and Green with approximately 15,000 lights to shine into the new the congrega- As a 10-year-old, I remember millennium. The 80-foot tree overtowers the Scotch Plains Mu- tion. sitting in her room, leafing nicipal Building and all other surrounding structures with its Keeping the came burdensome and he broke through the yellowed pages bright lights. The tree became a part of the township’s tree church’s “Gothic” architecture in and witnessing the earlier de- lighting ceremony held on December 5. off 10 years ago to start his own mind, Mr. Taylor suggested the tailor design business. pictions of Charlie Brown and installation of 15 Christmas trees The illustration and design ma- the gang. I was fortunate Holiday Performance Parties and approximately six red ban- jor from the Philadelphia Museum enough to have some of those ners from the ceiling beams to of Art College also taught night editions passed down to me in Given By Two Music Studios give a “medieval look” in the first classes at his alma mater and my younger years. year. worked at an advertising agency As I grew older, “A Charlie WESTFIELD – The piano stu- donated non-perishable foods and The second display included a in Philadelphia. Brown Christmas” became a dents of Paul Nazzaro and Carolyn items to benefit community out- “Village of Bethlehem,” which Mr. However, Mr. Taylor’s devotion Taylor recalled “took up the whole tradition and staple in my pre- Klinger-Kueter participated in one reach programs as part of the spirit to developing the displays at First Christmas festivities. Many of two holiday performance parties of the holiday season. front of the church.” A creche, Baptist seems to be a true love for on December 11 and 12, at each of Ms. Klinger-Kueter has devel- which took nearly six months to the graphic designer. “It’s a work holidays seemed incomplete Charles Schulz their teacher’s respective stu- oped an Anthology of Musical create, was added and has been a of love for the church,” he beamed. without hearing blue-blan- dios. Gifts, a child’s wish list to staple in the display for a number Individuals who would like to keted Linus explain the true The event was the sec- parents and grand- of years. The enormous and glori- pay a visit to the ethereal en- meaning of Christmas to his woeful pal, Charlie Brown. There ond of four planned dur- parents for musical ous paper angels soon blended in semble are invited to call the First was a definite dearth in my yuletide cheer when I didn’t get to ing the year. The “pi- gifts for students. with the ensemble. ano parties” give stu- It provides sugges- Baptist Church at (908) 233-2278 see Charlie pick out that frail and feeble Christmas tree at the dents the opportu- tions and ideas for Currently, visitors to the First for hours when the sanctuary will lot brimming with tacky aluminum trees. nity to play in front recordings, Baptist Church are nearly magne- be open. Although I have only had the sincere pleasure of relishing the of their peers, sib- books, instrumen- tized into the sanctuary to savor images and antics of Woodstock, Pigpen, Sally and Schroeder the angels and nativity figures lings, friends and tal kits and cata- for 27 years, Charles Schulz, has been creating these comic parents. logs. Students per- The late winter/ strips for nearly 50 years. Due to surgery and treatment for formed Christmas spring enrollment is colon cancer, Snoopy’s fearless leader and creator has an- and Hanukkah taking place for nounced his retirement. Only old comic strips will be rerun in songs on the piano and Kindermusik classes at newspapers and magazines. Simply, because no one can truly digital keyboard, as well the Klinger-Kueter studio reproduce the spirit and enthusiasm that came from Mr. Schulz. as enjoying cookies at this time. brought by families sharing Ms. Klinger-Kueter and Mr. As beloved as Dr. Seuss, the creator of The Grinch and all of their recipes. The next piano party Nazzaro have taught a combined the Who’s in Whoville, Mr. Schulz has created a cast of will be the Spring/Irish Party in span of 45 years in Westfield, and TAYLOR-MADE...All of characters that are a part of America’s fabric and most March. teach all aspects of piano and key- the angels floating endearing traditions. Students at both studios have board repertoire, including classical throughout this Despite his retirement, readers can be assured that some- made holiday cassette tapes of pieces popular, jazz, seasonal, theory and article have been where in cartoon land, Lucy will continue to offer psycho- they have learned throughout the MIDI. crafted by Art season. The pupils share the tapes For more information, please call Taylor of therapy for 5 cents at a tiny booth with a sign, “The Doctor is with friends and families, but do not Ms. Klinger-Kueter at (908) 232- Mountainside. Photos by In.” Schroeder will still pound away at his piano keys with have a piano or keyboard. 9094 or at home.att.net/~ckkms/ Michelle H. LePoidevin determination as Lucy makes “lovey-dovey” eyes at him. Mr. Nazzaro’s studio is sponsor- ckkmusicstudio.html and Mr. Snoopy will keep Charlie Brown on his toes and through these ing a food drive to aid local com- Nazzaro at (908) 232-3310 or for The Westfield Leader munities. Students and families have www.NazzaroMusic.com. and The Times. characters, Mr. Schulz will be eternal. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 22 Thursday, Date, 1999 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Arts & Entertainment

CHRISTMAS EDITION Actor Jimmy Saxophone Player Ideal Music Graphic Artist Walsh Whitney Slaten Holiday Gifts Art Taylor Page 20 Page 20 Page 19 Page 20 Holiday Movies: Scrooge Rudolph the Red- Nosed Reindeer Jack Frost One True Thing Frosty the Snowman Home for the Holidays When Harry Met Sally How the Grinch Stole Christmas Miracle on 34th Street It’s A Wonderful Life

The Main Ingredient: Figgy Pudding

1/2 pound of figs 1 1/4 cups of bread crumbs 1 cup almonds or walnuts 1/2 cup candied grapefruit 1/4 cup candied lemon peel 3 tablespoons melted butter 4 eggs, beaten 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Directions: Chop figs and mix with crumbs. Brown chopped almonds or walnuts. Mix with all other ingredients. Put the mixture in a greased mold and steam for 2 1/2 hours. The pudding can also be baked in an oven for 1 hour at 325 degrees. Serve with a brandy or cream sauce.

“The Road: Winter” by Cur- rier and Ives

Currier and Ives Nathaniel Currier (1813-1888) James Merritt Ives (1824-1895)

“It will almost be like a pic- ture print from Currier and Ives. These wonderful things are the things we remember all through our lives.” SERIES Most of us croon this line during the holiday season without really knowing much about the makers of these memorable landscapes, some of which spotlight the most gorgeous winter scenes. So, here is a little history lesson. “Currier & Ives” were de- scribed by Roxbury, Mass.-na- tive Nathaniel Currier and New York City-born James Merritt Ives as “Publishers of Cheap and Popular Pictures.” The partners produced prints fea- turing hunting, sporting, reli- gious, political, city and rural, transportation and historical scenes, as well. The partners kept their printing and lithography shop on Wall Street, later moving to Nassau Street, then Fulton Street and later Spruce Street, all of New York City. Currier was a job printer and Ives was a bookkeeper in the business. The Currier & Ives Company was comprised of departments for hand operated printing presses, artists, lithographers, stone grinders and colorists. Responsible for adding one single color to each print and later passing the piece to the next artist for decoration, the colorists worked from a mas- ter print which hung above An authorized TAG Heuer dealer. their work tables. Currier retired in 1880 and Ives continued working until his death in 1895. The part- ners are both buried at the Greenwood Cemetery in Brooklyn. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK