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(908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, October 23, 2003 Published Every Thursday Since 1890 OUR 114th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 07-114 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] FIFTY CENTS WF BOE Reviews MS Resident Asks Council Violence, Vandalism For Skate Park By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Statistics for Schools During the opening of Mountainside’s regularly scheduled By ED COONEY of the incidents occurred after school monthly council meeting a procla- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader during extracurricular activities. mation was read by Mayor Robert The Westfield Board of Education “We do not have a lot of incidents Viglianti. reviewed statistics of violence, van- during the school day,” he said. The proclamation stated that on dalism, and substance abuse in the Westfield Police Officer Ron Allen behalf of the Governor Livingston school district at their Tuesday meet- attributed the rise in incidents to an Band Parents Organization and their ing. increase in the number of pupils in wish to acknowledge the musical In the 2002-2003 school year, there the school district. accomplishments of the Governor were 23 reported incidents of offenses, “The numbers are going to grow as Livingston Highlander Band that “most of which occurred at the high enrollment goes up,” said Detective November 16-22 be known as Band school,” according to Superintendent Allen, who works at Westfield High Appreciation Week. The Band of Schools Dr. William Foley. The School (WHS) as a “Resource Of- Parent’s organization also encour- number of reported incidents rose ficer.” He works towards forming a ages all Mountainside citizens to from 15 during the 2000-2001 school rapport with the students in order to take interest in and give their full year. Of the 23 reported incidents, all help make WHS a better learning support to the band and their annual resulted in out-of-school suspensions. environment. programs. The district notified the police in He complimented the behavior of In other business, teenaged resi- 12 of those instances without filing a WHS students, saying, “I think the Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader dent, Connor Norris approached the complaint, and nine times where a students are doing a great job with CLOSE ENCOUNTERS...Last Saturday morning at the Westfield ‘Y’, New Jersey U.S. Senator Jon Corzine (D) from Borough’s governing body asking complaint was filed. Summit escorts assembly candidate Ellen Steinberg (D-21) of Chatham. The senator extends his hand to Westfield’s State what he would have to do to get a policing themselves.” Senator Thomas Kean, Jr. (R-21), shown left. Westfield’s Assemblyman Jon Bramnick (R-21), second from the left with Dr. Foley noted that the majority The board heard comments from skate park into Mountainside. his back to the picture, pays close attention to his competitor. Not pictured, Westfield Mayor Gregory McDermott (R) The mayor told Mr. Norris that he Maureen Mazzarese, WHS Student with councilpersons Lawrence Goldman (D) and Susan Jacobson (D) were also present to receive Senator Corzine as he Assistant Counselor. She also com- toured the ‘Y’. Billed as a non-campaign affair, the event with the senator was arranged by Darielle Walsh, ‘Y’ Chief should contact other towns that have Volunteer Officer and by Mark Elsasser, ‘Y’ Executive Director to promote federal funding support for ‘Y’ programs. skate parks and see what is needed CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 and then talk to Recreation Depart- Fall Back! ment Director Sue Winans to submit a proposal. He then noted that the Daylight Savings Time Ends Westfield Y Obtains Permission from Board Recreation Department would dis- Sunday, October 26, 2 a.m. cuss the proposal and then make recommendations back to the gov- erning body. To Use Church Basement for Daycare Space In other business, the Mountainside council approved a first reading of By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL Monday, November 10, or were au- full-day kindergarten program to Buontempo, who owns property at an ordinance fixing salary ranges for Specially Written for The Westfield Leader tomatically placed there due to in- newly renovated rooms in the base- 726 South Avenue, was denied a certain municipal employees, fixing With over 23 cases scheduled for sufficient notice. ment of the church, which is in a use variance for his tenant, Su- both a minimum range and putting a Monday evening’s monthly meeting Requesting a use variance and a separate building from the daycare preme Construction of Springfield, cap on over 75 Borough employees. of the Westfield Board of Adjust- variance for a free standing sign, The and is also used for the church’s to store contractor’s equipment and The resolution noted that the sal- ment, members actually voted on 17 Westfield Y, sought and was granted Sunday school. supplies. ary paid to each office or position for cases as some applicants either asked permission to utilize the recently According to the Y’s attorney, John Neighbors Sean Coakley, John the calendar year 2003 as established to be carried to the next meeting on renovated basement area of the First Schmidt, the Division of Youth and Preston and Carmello Villanueva all CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Baptist Church at 170 Elm Street as Family Services (DYFS), who li- opposed Mr. Buontempo’s request. additional daycare rooms for their censes the Y’s facility, recently noti- Mr. Coakley read a prepared state- childcare center. fied the daycare that the organiza- ment, noting that the construction Planning Bd. Meeting WF Fire Dept. Updates The Y, which houses their main tion needed an “appropriate certifi- company “has used the garage to Scheduled for Tonight building on 220 Clark Street, has cate of occupancy” for the use of the store gasoline” uses the site as “a been leasing a 12-room building at two additional classrooms and garbage transfer station,” and that By BENJAMIN CORBIN the rear of the church as a daycare coatroom area. Each classroom holds “more that one vehicle is stored on Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Residents on Services facility for over 10 years. 12 children. the property.” WESTFIELD -- There will be a In 2002, the daycare moved its In other business, Richard special meeting of the Westfield By BENJAMIN B. CORBIN arching does not mean they are not CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Planning Board tonight, at 8 p.m. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader charged, so extreme caution should The Fire Department is the first in the Municipal Building. The be taken. The second thing to stress meeting will cover preliminary and line of defense for residence, not is with telephone and cable wires only during the times of extreme Orenda Circle Drainage Problem final major site plan approval of even though they are not charged it One Elm Street Associates, L.L.C., emergency, but as aid for everyday doesn’t mean they can’t be charged. difficulties that may arise. There are plans to convert the building lo- These wires can be charged if they cated at One Elm Street from a many things people would never con- are resting on power lines which then From MS Analyzed by WF Council sider calling the fire department for, bank into a restaurant. makes them extremely dangerous.” The applicant’s proposed use of but they should consider calling the Trees can also be a cause for alarm. By LAUREN S. PASS Second Ward Republican Council- with a presentation of the Engineer- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader the property will be a restaurant fire department for occurrences other man Rafael Betancourt questioned if ing Department’s Geographical In- If you see a tree resting on a power on the first floor and commercial then for fires. This article will try and line or a branch is hanging off a A drainage issue on Orenda Circle the pipes are on private or public prop- formation System (GIS), which com- shed some light on what the fire was at issue during Tuesday evening’s offices on the second floor. power line the fire department should erty. He said that if it is private property bines maps and aerial photographs The applicant also proposes to department can do to serve the meeting of the Westfield Town Coun- than it is an issue among neighbors. of the town allowing individual ad- be called so they can make an assess- convert the parking area into a Westfield community. ment on what course of action needs cil. Town Attorney Robert Cockren and dresses to be pinpointed. The Westfield Leader talked with According to Town Engineer Ken- park like setting with a gazebo to to be taken. Town Administrator James Gildea Individual property surveys, and be used for outdoor café dinning Lieutenant Scott Miller from the neth Marsh, runoff from Mountainside will research the matter further. other information such as taxes and In accordance with downed power as regulated by out door café li- Westfield Fire Department’s Fire lines, or trees bringing down power is channeled into pipes and discharged Tuesday night’s Westfield Town property history can be attached to on private property in Westfield. He censing. Prevention Bureau to discuss all the lines are power outages. Power out- Council conference session began CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 different services that are available ages may also be caused by severe said that in order to remedy the situ- to the community. Lt. Miller said, weather. If power goes out and a ation, the water would have to be “the Department has such an array of family member is on a breathing contained and conveyed back to tools on the trucks, the fire truck is machine, the fire department has Mountainside where it could be chan- Sommerich Lauded by Assembly, like a rolling toolbox and all these portable generators that will give the neled into a stream, which ends at tools are here to help the commu- breathing machines the power they Echo Lake Park. nity.” need to continue to work. The town would need If power lines come down, you The community should be in- Mountainside’s permission to do this. Freeholders for Blood Drive Work should call the fire department im- formed that the fire department also The project could cost between $105,000 and $110,000. By MATT MARINO butions to organizing blood drives said. mediately. When telephone or cable handles wild animal removal, if the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and donating blood. A resolution was also presented to T.V. lines fall, the fire department animal is in a home. They can get to According to Orenda Circle resi- should also be notified. Lt. Miller dent Allen Solomon, the pipes were In a presentation made at the Mr. Sommerich received two reso- Chief Eric Mason of the Cranford a house a lot faster then animal con- agenda meeting of the Union County told The Leader, “Two things to stress trol can get to there, since it is lo- installed approximately 20 years ago. lutions – one being a joint resolution Police Department, who was recently Board of Chosen Freeholders on from the State Senate and Assembly, appointed the first African-Ameri- about power lines, telephone and cated in Newark. He said that prior to their installation cable wires. First about power lines, there was a small amount of water that October 16, Bob Sommerich of and the other from the Freeholder can police chief ever to serve in The fire department also does ani- Fanwood was honored for his contri- just because they are not sparking or collected, but that it is worse now. Board. Cranford Township. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Fanwood resident and Assembly- Freeholder Chester Holmes, who woman Linda Stender spoke of Mr. presented the resolution, emphasized Sommerich’s dedication to blood the significance of Chief Mason’s drives, noting that he was named the accomplishment. 2002 Amateur Recruiter of the Year “There are not many African- by New Jersey Blood Services. American chiefs in the state of New “I have always known you as a Jersey,” commented Freeholder caring person, but to see you put that Holmes, who served 29 years as a into such action is such a reward for police officer. me,” she said. He also noted the numerous acco- Mr. Sommerich reminded the au- lades and awards presented to Chief dience that donating blood is an im- Mason, which include a Role Model portant part of society. Award from the Roselle chapter of the “I do what I do believing that this NAACP; the YMCA of New Jersey is in the best interests of our local 2002 Minority Achievement Award; community, and all over the place,” an administrative citation recogniz- he said, adding that he began donat- ing his service in the line of duty, and ing blood in the 1980s. “The more several departmental citations. you learn, the more you know there Chief Mason thanked the board is a need.” for its recognition of his appoint- Mr. Sommerich, who is 88 years ment. old, recognized that he is fortunate to “I look forward to serving the Horace Corbin for The Westfield Leader still be able to donate blood at his Township of Cranford and working REMEMBERING...A crowd of age. with the other chiefs in the county to friends, family and officials gathered “I am just lucky enough to be 88 make…Union County and the Town- in Scotch Plains last Saturday morn- ing to dedicate the memorial honoring years old, still able…in the hope of ship of Cranford a safer place to of late Assemblyman Alan Augustine. donating for another 10 years,” he live,” he said. Pictured adjacent, from the left, are: former Acting Governor Donald PAGE INDEX DiFrancesco, former State Senator Regional...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 18-20 Richard Bagger and Union County Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9 A&E ...... 21-22 Republican Chairman Ron Frigerio. Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 13-17 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 12 Thursday, October 23, 2003 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Violence, Vandalism Stats Reviewed by Westfield BOE

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 mented on the behavior of WHS stu- volves turning the remaining 85 percent dents. She discussed the methods by of the students into what Ms. Koch re- which the staff at WHS prevents inci- ferred to as “the caring majority.” dents from occurring. Roosevelt School Principal Dr. Ken- “One of the things we try to do is catch neth Shulack commented on the diffi- the fights before they happen,” she said. culty of noticing consistent patterns in Next to speak was Marie Koch, the bullying. Student Assistant Counselor at Edison “Bullying can be remarkably different and Roosevelt Intermediate Schools. She from peer group to peer group and year to discussed an initiative to stop bullying at year,” he said. the intermediate level. The board then heard the results of On Columbus Day, all teachers at the standardized tests administered to stu- intermediate level attended a Bully-Proof- dents in the second and fifth grades in Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader 2002 and 2003. Tests were given in the GROWING FAMILIES...Former Congressman Bob Franks and former ing Workshop. Nationally, 15 percent of Cranford Mayor Phil Morin are all smiles as they pose with their children all students at the intermediate level are subjects of mathematics and language during the fountain dedication in Scotch Plains last Saturday morning honoring involved in bullying. Of this 15 percent, arts. BEST OF THE BANDS…The Westfield High School Marching Band won first the late Assemblyman Alan Augustine. Pictured adjacent, from the left, are: exactly half are bullies and half are vic- The mathematics test was developed place in its division at the Somerville High School Competition that was held Mr. Franks and Mr. Morin. tims. The plan to be implemented in- by teachers in the Westfield school dis- October 4. The band swept the category, winning six trophies. Pictured, left to trict and administered in May of 2003. right, are: Sarah Perch, Color Guard Captain; Lauren Nolan, Junior Drum Test results were presented by Dr. Regina Major; Pamela Musat, Senior Drum Major, and Meaghan Fitzpatrick, Color Kiczek, Supervisor of Math in Grades K- Guard Captain. 8. The average score of second grade Orenda Circle Drainage Problem Connected students was 83 percent, the same as it was in 2002. Fifth graders saw a drop in average Borough Skate Park Requested To Mountainside Analyzed by WF Council score from 73 percent in 2002 to 67 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 percent in 2003. When asked why the each home file. parking around Westfield High School. “scaling down the size.” score had dropped so noticeably, Dr. By Mountainside Resident Mr. Gildea revealed that this year’s He said that the school board was sched- As of January 1, 2004 the state will be Kiczek said noted the increased diffi- culty of the test. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 audit only brought one recommendation uled to vote on the parking regulations taking an additional $3 from parking by the resolution should be retroactive ary period. regarding the timing of court payments. that night, and that the council needs to tickets for autism research. The state “In 2003, I tried to raise the bar a little bit,” she said. to January 1 of this year. In other business, it was announced He stated that this year’s audit was an move forward with an ordinance to cre- currently takes $7.50 from the $13 fine. In other business a resolution was ate the restrictions for alternate side of Students in the second and fifth grades that Mountainside was appointing improvement over last year when seven Parking Director John Morgan will rec- read that the borough was appointing David Neuhaser and David Lauricella to eight recommendations were made. the street parking. ommend an increased figure to the coun- were also tested in their proficiency in the language arts. Students scored above 90 Ms. Diane Maslo as Recreation Secre- as two new members to its Volunteer Next week, the council will consider First Ward Republican Councilman cil. tary/Pool Bookkeeper at a combined Fire Department. resolutions before to tear down single- Sal Caruana questioned what stage the Councilman Betancourt also recom- percent in almost every category. Language Arts Supervisor Barbara Ball salary of $32,000. The appointment Finally, the council has approved family homes located at 229 Delaware council is at in the development process. mended that the council pass a resolution was made on October 14 and Ms. Maslo Mr. Gildea explained that this is the expressed her surprise at how well stu- awarding a bid for resurfacing Street, 678 Willow Grove Road and 1533 making Westfield a 25-mile-per-hour has a 90-day probationary period. In Woodacres Drive, Section 2 to Jenicar Rahway Avenue. negotiation stage. town. The resolution would then be sent dents performed on writing samples and also complimented the teachers for fos- addition the borough has appointed Builders Contractors Company, Inc. Mr. Marsh stated that none of the lots Mayor Gregory McDermott stated that to the county requesting that they make Ms. Cynthia West as Violation Clerk in for the amount of $170,142.23. In addi- are sub-dividable. he would like to have the negotiating all the county roads 25 miles per hour. tering a learning environment in which creativity is embraced and rewarded. the Municipal Court for an annual sal- tion, the company will be making pav- Fourth Ward Democrat Councilwoman team meet within the next two weeks. He The council then went into closed ary of $27,000 beginning October 6. ing improvements on Birch Hill Road added that there is confusion in town on session to discuss teamsters contract ne- She said, “Students show no hesitance Susan Jacobson stated that she intends to Ms. West also has a 90-day probation- and Bridle Path for the amount of vote against the demolition of Rahway what the council is doing. He said that the gotiations, the Cranford Detention Ba- in writing creatively.” council is going back to the plans and Ms. Ball noted that there was no dis- $263,987.40. Avenue property. She said that every sin, the Reeve House and New Street. The next Mountainside Council single tree was torn down on the property parity in scores based on which of the district’s elementary schools they at- meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, No- before the application came in for the vember 11 at 8p.m. demolition, skirting the tree preservation tended. commission review. Westfield Y Permitted to Use The WHS Student Parking Policy was Councilwoman Jacobson said that she brought before the board for first reading wants to “send a message” that the builder at the meeting. A number of WHS stu- WESTFIELD is “not in keeping with the way things Basement for Daycare Space dents were in attendance to share their should be done.” feelings on the issue. POLICE BLOTTER Mr. Cockren stated that, because the CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 The most pointed comments of the He added that construction com- property line.” It was noted that the night came from Garrett Cochran, a WHS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16 house being built is conforming, the coun- • cil could not require anything of the pany employees have been known homeowner had recently completely junior who was a member of the Citizen’s Rexford Blaine, 35, of Plainfield builder. He said that the Westfield Plan- “to urinate and defecate behind the renovated the entire house and made Advisory Committee on Parking. was arrested at Pine Grove Avenue and ning Board could condition a landscape garage which poses a health risk.” He the shed to match it. He noted that the Garrett came down hard on the possi- charged with driving while intoxicated. plan, but that the application does not also stated that the Department of new footprint of the house “is larger bility of a $100 fee for seniors to park in He was subsequently released to a re- Health had been contacted. then the original house.” the area surrounding WHS. sponsible party. have to go before the board. • Robert Derczo, 23, and Kenneth Second Ward Republican Councilman Mr. Villanueva echoed the senti- Mr. Peterson’s neighbor, Barbara “The general consensus is that $100 is too much to pay for spots that used to be Henneberry, Jr., 23, both of Avenel, Matthew Albano stated that the tree pres- ments of Mr. Coakley, stating that he Burko-Sinclair, who shares a back- were arrested at South and Central Av- ervation ordinance could be tweaked so has noted that the company employs yard with the homeowners, stated that free,” he said. He also noted that no one on the Town enues and charged with possession of that there is a way to apply it to teardowns. 7 to 10 workers and that they use the she questions why the shed needed to less than 50 grams of suspected mari- outside of the garage as a bathroom. be there. Council has told anyone where the money In other business, the council discussed PRESIDENTIAL AWARD…Lauren juana. Both were released on their own the proposed James Ward project on He added that he has seen the facility She stated, “The house is huge for would be going. recognizance. “I don’t think it’s fair that the township Bannworth of Westfield received the Prospect Street. used as a dump for garbage and that the lot and when I look out my win- Presidential Award at Richard Stock- FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17 make a profit off of the students,” he said. • Mr. Ward appeared before the council empty containers are left with rain- dow there is the shed.” ton College of New Jersey’s annual Kenneth Kaus, 28, of Linden was two weeks ago asking that they allow a water in them, which harbor mosqui- “We have turned others down for Garrett also raised the possibility of jun- arrested and charged with driving while iors using any leftover spots not used by scholarship recognition ceremony. A condition use for the property where toes. less,” said board member Chris member of the freshman class, she intoxicated after being stopped for speed- Statistical Research was located. He is Mr. Preston stated that he was op- Masciale. seniors. participates in the Mentor-Scholars ing on Central Avenue. Kaus, who was proposing to construct a 41-unit luxury posed to the heavy-duty construction Board Attorney Vince Loughlin In response to Garrett’s comments, Program and the Equestrian Club. also wanted on a $57 contempt of court condominium complex for individuals equipment stored there. informed Mr. Peterson that he Superintendent Foley said, “A fee has not Lauren plans to major in physical warrant out of Linden, was later released Mr. Buontempo stated that he did “needed to make arrangements to been set.” He also noted that a fee would to a responsible party. age 55 and older. therapy. • The council decided that Mr. Ward’s not know about some of the problems remove it.” be set by the town, not the school board. A Fair Hill Road resident reported brought up by the neighbors, but that In addition, the board granted per- After wrangling with the exact word- WESTFIELD that someone opened a Macy’s charge planner, Peter Steck, could work with account and made illegal purchases through Town Planner Blaise Brancheau to start he had recently paid for all of the mission for five additions, one back ing of the policy, the members of the FIRE BLOTTER debris that was on the property to be porch, a screened in porch, a front board approved the policy for first read- the unauthorized use of her identity. the process. The plans will have to be MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 MONDAY, OCTOBER 20 reviewed by the planning board. hauled away. porch, a porch extension, a deck, a ing unanimously. The policy will be voted • on again in one month, at which time it Saint Marks Avenue – fire alarm • A Sandra Circle resident discov- Councilman Betancourt gave his Adjustment Board Chairman Vince conservatory, a garage and one time malfunction. ered that someone ordered $438 worth Transportation Parking and Traffic (TPT) Wilt stated that he knew that Mr. extension from an existing granted will become official school district policy. • The board could not reach a similar Linden Avenue – fire alarm mal- of furniture through fraudulent use of Committee report saying that traffic con- Buontempo “was a good business- variance. function. her credit card. sultant Wilbur Smith has submitted its man in town,” but that the construc- A variance was also granted for consensus pertaining to the regulations • Willow Grove Road – transformer fire. draft report on eight sites in town. He tion business was “not the proper use homeowners on Seneca Place to erect of the policy, which will be reworded and • Linden Avenue – fire alarm acti- asked the council to review the report and of the site.” an addition after their kitchen was presented to the board at their Tuesday, vated accidentally. make comments. In other business, James Peterson destroyed in a fire on May 20. The November 11, meeting. • Mohawk Trail – fire alarm mal- He said that Wilbur Smith will be of 257 Sylvania Place was denied per- Collins family has had to vacate their function. Fire Dept. home due to fire damage. • Mohawk Trail – fire alarm mal- brought in during November to meet mission to retain a shed that was re- Become A Subscriber: CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 with the committee again, as well as cently built. The next Board of Adjustment meet- function. • Grandview Avenue – electrical fire. mal rescue. If a cat falls behind a wall, stake holders in the effected areas. Mr. Wilt said, “It looks like a kid’s ing is scheduled for November 10, at Call (908) 232-4407 or a dog gets their head caught in some- Mr. Betancourt also raised the issue of playhouse and is very close to the 7:30 p.m. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 • Boulevard – assisted rescue squad thing, the fire department is there to in lifting patient. help. • East Broad Street – firefighters ex- Another area the fire department is tinguished a fire in the window of a very successful in is house lockouts, downtown business. house lock-ins, and lock removal. It Don’t go WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 can be very difficult for the average • Terminal Avenue in Clark – fire citizen to get back in their home if the alarm malfunction. door is locked and they don’t have their changing • Poets Place – cooking fire. keys. The fire department has a very • Washington Street – cooking fire. good record for getting people back • Terminal Avenue in Clark – fire into their homes with no damage. They alarm malfunction. are also successful with lock-ins. Lock- • Saint Marks Avenue – fire alarm ins can happen if someone’s child acci- activated accidentally. Costume Contest • dentally locks themselves in a room Burrington Gorge – carbon monox- and cannot unlock the door to allow the ide alarm malfunction. parents back in. The fire department Saturday 2pm • Tamaques Way – tree down on house. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 can get into the room quickly to release • Clark Street – smoke detector acti- the child. vated accidentally. Another common occurrence is los- • ing the combonation, or key for a bike Dakota Downer Street – smoke detector Williams activated accidentally. lock, shed or garage. If you notify the • First Street – fire alarm malfunction. fire department they will assist you in • Saint Marks Avenue – fire alarm removing the lock. The fire department ...My clock malfunction. calls these service calls because they • Saint Marks Avenue – fire alarm are a service to the community. The fire malfunction. department does not do lockouts of • Saint Marks Avenue – secure cars, for that the Westfield Police must downed telephone wire. be notified. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 Along with service calls, the fire You may forget to change your clock • East Broad Street – fire alarm acti- department has the ability to help the vated accidentally. community when they have water prob- on Saturday, but don’t forget about our • Boulevard – fire alarm malfunction. • lems. Water problems are mainly Nancy Way – tree branch hanging flooded basements, which are caused costume contest. Kids can win $50 on power wire. • Dorian Road – medical emergency. by storms, broken pipes, and sump cash for 1st or $25 for second and a • Carleton Road – fire alarm activate pump failures. The department has had accidentally. a great track record in dealing with beanie baby for third. There are 3 age Douglas M. Fasciale these problems. • North Avenue, West – automobile categories: 5 years & under, 6-12 years, accident. The last two topics discussed were SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 smoke odor removal and spills. For and adults (age disclosure not Certified Civil Trial Attorney • Scudder Road – electrical fire. smoke odor removal, or odor removal by the Supreme Court of New Jersey • North Avenue, West – participated the fire department have special fans required). in countywide terrorist drill. that remove the smoke or odor quickly Last chance to bring the family in for • Tamaques Way – water problem. from you home, apartment or business. Concentrating in personal injury • First Street – fire alarm malfunc- Spills are a common occurrence, but our pumpkin picking, pony rides, hayrides, tion. certain spills can be quit serious. All and malpractice cases. • Warren Street – fire alarm mal- spills of flammable liquids should be and haunted house. This weeks hours function. immediately recognized as serious and are Wed-Fri 3-5pm, Sat-Sun 10-5pm. • Aberdeen Court in Cranford – struc- the fire department should be notified ture fire. as quickly as possible. These types of Hoagland, Longo, Moran, Dunst & Doukas, LLP FIRE FACTS All Halloween Items have been • spills are extremely flammable and Attorneys At Law - A Full Service Firm If your clothes catch fire you should could cause great injury to someone reduced by 20-50%, so finish your stop, drop to the ground, cover your face with your hands and roll back and forth that is not prepared to deal with them. decorating and get a great price. to smother the flames. Never run, run- Westfield is a great community that 40 Paterson Street 116 S. Euclid Avenue ning only fans the flames. many people live in. With all these New Brunswick, NJ 08901 Westfield, NJ 07090 • If you are ever locked out of your people, problems or situations can arise. ILLIAMS URSERY Last Chance (732) 545-4717 (908) 232-9944 house, apartment, office, business, or The Westfield fire department is here just can’t gain access to an individual for the community to deal with these Hayrides, room you should call the Westfield Fire problems and situations when they & The Gift House [email protected] Department. Last year, Westfield happen. Lt. Miller affirmed, “Citizens www.williams-nursery.com Ponyrides, www.hoaglandlongo.com firefighters responded to 55 lockouts. should never hesitate to call us, they 524 Springfield Ave Note: for vehicle lockouts you should would be amazed at the variety of situ- Westfield • 908-232-4076 Haunted House contact the Westfield Police Department. ations where we can offer assistance.” CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK THE

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timesnj.com TIMES USPS 485200 Thursday, October 23, 2003 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS OUR 45TH YEAR – ISSUE NO. 44-45 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SP Planning Board DEP Analyzes Ammunition, Okays Subdivision Lead Discovery By FRED ROSSI Specially Written for The Times Scotch Plains officials are mak- On South Avenue ing an effort to ease any concerns of residents about the recent dis- By FRED ROSSI Revised plans were then submit- Specially Written for The Times covery of ammunition and lead on ted that eliminated the Algonguin a property at 2229 Morse Avenue. The Scotch Plains Planning Board Drive access, and board member After the property, which was gave its approval last week to a sub- Robert LaCosta said residents who situated between Westfield and As- division application from Cuni In- inspected the new drawings were cot Roads, was recently sold, the vestment Corporation, located at satisfied and had no further objec- township was informed of the pos- 2314 South Avenue, that will result tions to the application and parking sibility that hazardous materials in a subdivision of a lot located be- lot improvements. might be located on the property. tween Algonquin Drive and Princeton Thomas Murphy, a professional The state Department of Envi- Avenue into two separate lots, fol- engineer who drew up the plans, ronmental Protection (DEP) was lowed by improvements to a parking pronounced the proposal “a win-win notified and visited the property lot that serves an existing doctor’s for both sides.” He also told The last week to measure the level of office. Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times that ammunition and lead on the site, The lot that would be carved from he was confident that state transpor- which is eventually going to be the existing one would remain unde- tation officials would give their as- subdivided for the construction of veloped and there would be no major sent to the access onto South Av- several homes. changes to the other lot, except for enue, which as a state road is under Township Manager Thomas improvements. the state’s jurisdiction. Horace R. Corbin for The Times Atkins told the Township Council In July, the board held a hearing on The new plans call for only one WELCOME TO FANWOOD...Freeholder Alexander Mirabella and his wife, Phyllis, welcome Senator Jon Corzine to at its conference meeting on Tues- the initial application that included access route into the parking lot, their home in Fanwood last Saturday morning for a highly attended Democrat gathering. day night that the DEP has filed a plans to create an entrance into the from South Avenue to the west of the report and “is doing a thorough revamped parking lot from Algonquin building housing the doctor’s office. analysis” of the property. The Drive near the South Avenue corner. The lot, which is unpaved at present, property’s former owner will be Algonquin Drive residents, how- would be paved, striped and land- Meeting to Be Held to Discuss responsible for complying with ever, protested having the parking scaped. any remedial action recommended lot access located on their street, At the board’s suggestion, Cuni by the DEP. claiming it would increase vehicular attorney Lawrence Vastola agreed Mayor Martin Marks also urged traffic. They also linked the proposal to install more buffers around the Fanwood Park Historic District that letters be sent to neighbors with what they termed to be a prob- edge of the property, including a alerting them to the situation and lem with speeding cars on their street, low fence along its western edge to By ELIZABETH CORRELL acter of the historic property.” the boundaries for the district and Specially Written for The Times reassuring them that the DEP is which provides a quick connection prevent car headlights from shining This is one of the reasons the bor- researching the homes. handling the matter. Fanwood continues with its efforts between South and Hetfield Avenues. onto homes on Princeton Avenue. ough established the Historic Preser- The state has informed approxi- Within the next few weeks, an- There were also questions raised to procure historical status for cer- vation Commission, “to protect mately 76 households of the tain residential properties located on other step will be taken with re- about the placement of trash recep- against public encroachment,” she borough’s pursuit of historic status, gard to the ballfield expansion North and North Martine Avenues. tacles. said. An example of possible intru- the fact that their property is on this project at Park Middle School. Fall Back! Dr. Nicholas Cunicella, the The area, known as Fanwood Park sion occurred approximately 20 years list, and next week’s meeting. Historic District, will be discussed at The council needs to pass a reso- building’s owner and prime tenant, ago, when the county wanted to widen Mrs. O’Brien believes it is impor- lution approving an agreement Daylight Savings Time Ends a meeting next Tuesday, October 28, said he presently puts office trash Martine Avenue. tant that private property owners with Fanwood and the Scotch Sunday, October 26, 2 a.m. into three garbage cans that are placed at 7:30 p.m. at Fanwood Borough “If that were to happen, Fanwood understand that the listing does not Hall. Plains-Fanwood Board of Educa- outside the building. would not look like Fanwood any- put any limitations on work they tion on how the project’s funds Bob Craig from the state’s His- Mr. LaCosta wondered whether more,” said Mrs. O’Brien. might wish to do to their property, will be processed over the course trash needs would increase in the toric Preservation Office, and Nancy Ms. Zerbe has been working on including alterations, renovation, sale Zerbe, President of a consultant firm CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 future and if it might be necessary at the project for five years, laying out CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 some point to build some type of named Arch in Metuchen and an enclosure. architectural historian who has been It was agreed that a section of the working with the borough, will an- revamped parking lot’s curbing will swer questions from the public, and U.S. Senator Jon Corzine Shows be built in such a way as to make the make a slide presentation. placement of a fenced-in enclosure In an interview with The Scotch possible, if needed in the future. Plains-Fanwood Times, Dolores O’Brien, Chairwoman of Fanwood’s Support for Fanwood Democrats Historic Preservation Commission, explained that the area was named By MATT MARINO candidate Colleen Mahr, and coun- while several levels of government Officials Dedicate Park Fanwood Park Historic District due Specially Written for The Times cil candidates Jack Molenaar and officials were present, “the reason to the “park-like setting” of these The Fanwood Democratic Com- Donna Dolce. we all came together today is all streets. mittee, in conjunction with Free- With Election Day approaching, local.” The area is “being considered by holder Alexander Mirabella, hosted the three Fanwood candidates sought “I am so very proud to have the To Alan M. Augustine the New Jersey Review Board for a “Coffee and Conversation” at the to establish a stronger connection opportunity to endorse, support and By FRED ROSSI gentleman” and noted that he had Historic Sites for nomination to the freeholder’s Fanwood home on Sat- with Democrat candidates at the work with our local ticket, who I Specially Written for The Times been a prime participant in the New Jersey and National Register of urday morning. county and state levels. believe are going to win,” added The Village Green in Scotch Plains township’s purchase of the Village Historic Places, which are official The featured guest was United Freeholder Scutari is running for Assemblywoman Stender. was formally rededicated last Satur- Green property. lists of historic properties worthy of States Senator Jon Corzine, and other State Senate in the 22nd District, Following introductions of the vari- day morning as Alan M. Augustine Mr. McClintock, a council col- preservation,” stated Mrs. O’Brien. attendees included Assemblywoman while Assemblywoman Stender, As- ous candidates, Senator Corzine Park in a ceremony full of fond memo- league of Mr. Augustine, called the “Listing in both registers provides Linda Stender, Assemblyman Jerry semblyman Green, and Freeholders spoke to the audience about a variety ries of the former Mayor and Assem- late Assemblyman his mentor, and recognition of the community’s his- Green, and Freeholders Deborah Scanlon, Mirabella and Holmes are of issues, particularly politics in gen- blyman who died in June 2001. recalled a number of humorous mo- toric importance and assists in pre- Scanlon, Chester Holmes, Nicholas all up for re-election in their respec- eral. He also echoed earlier com- Mr. Augustine’s wife, Jeanne, also ments he shared with Mr. Augustine. serving our nation’s heritage,” she Scutari and Louis Mingo, Jr. tive offices. ments made by Assemblywoman took part by turning on a new foun- Councilwoman Nancy Malool, added. “Most importantly, it assures The purpose of the gathering was Assemblywoman Stender, who is Stender about the importance of lo- tain in the center of the park, which who worked in Mr. Augustine’s leg- protective review of public projects to raise awareness for Fanwood’s also the Chairwoman of the Fanwood cal politics. is situated next to the Municipal islative office for seven years, said he that might adversely affect the char- Democratic candidates – mayoral Democratic Committee, noted that CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Building on Park Avenue. was like a member of her family. The sun was breaking through the Mr. Augustine’s son, Alan Augus- early morning clouds as a crowd of tine, Jr., also made brief remarks. several dozen gathered to hear Mayor The new fountain is a six-sided Bob Sommerich of FW Lauded by Assembly, Martin Marks, along with former structure surrounded by a low brick- Mayor William McClintock, who faced wall topped by slate for seating. headed a committee that secured fund- Funding for the construction came ing for the new fountain, extol the from donations, a state grant and Freeholders for Blood Drive Work, Donations virtues of Mr. Augustine, who served monies from Commerce Bank and on the Township Council for 20 years, By MATT MARINO October 16, Bob Sommerich of lutions – one being a joint resolution Chief Eric Mason of the Cranford Wachovia Bank. Specially Written for The Times including three terms as mayor. After his death, Mrs. Augustine Fanwood was honored for his contri- from the State Senate and Assembly, Police Department, who was recently Mayor Marks called Mr. August- told township officials that it had In a presentation made at the butions to organizing blood drives and the other from the Freeholder appointed the first African-Ameri- ine, who was a State Assemblyman always been her husband’s hope that agenda meeting of the Union County and donating blood. Board. can police chief ever to serve in for nine years, “the quintessential CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Board of Chosen Freeholders on Mr. Sommerich received two reso- Fanwood resident and Assembly- Cranford Township. woman Linda Stender spoke of Mr. Freeholder Chester Holmes, who Sommerich’s dedication to blood presented the resolution, emphasized drives, noting that he was named the the significance of Chief Mason’s 2002 Amateur Recruiter of the Year accomplishment. by New Jersey Blood Services. “There are not many African- “I have always known you as a American chiefs in the state of New caring person, but to see you put that Jersey,” commented Freeholder into such action is such a reward for Holmes, who served 29 years as a me,” she said. police officer. Mr. Sommerich reminded the au- He also noted the numerous acco- dience that donating blood is an im- lades and awards presented to Chief portant part of society. Mason, which include a Role Model “I do what I do believing that this is Award from the Roselle chapter of the in the best interests of our local com- NAACP; the YMCA of New Jersey munity, and all over the place,” he said, 2002 Minority Achievement Award; adding that he began donating blood in an administrative citation recognizing the 1980s. “The more you learn, the his service in the line of duty, and more you know there is a need.” several departmental citations. Mr. Sommerich, who is 88 years Chief Mason thanked the board for old, recognized that he is fortunate to its recognition of his appointment. still be able to donate blood at his “I look forward to serving the age. Township of Cranford and working “I am just lucky enough to be 88 with the other chiefs in the county to years old, still able…in the hope of make…Union County and the Town-

Horace R. Corbin for The Times donating for another 10 years,” he said. ship of Cranford a safer place to REMEMBERING...A large crowd of A resolution was also presented to live,” he said. citizens, friends, families and officials gathered at the Village Green in Scotch Plains last Saturday morning to at- PAGE INDEX tend the ceremony dedicating the foun- Regional...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 17-18 tain memorial in honor of the late Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9 A&E ...... 19-20 State Assemblyman Alan Augustine. Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 13-16 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 12 Thursday, October 23, 2003 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION District 22 Republicans Take Ballot Battle to Supreme Court By FRED ROSSI weeks since local Democrats on Instead, the appeal asks the high Specially Written for The Times October 1 named the Union County court to stay the results of next DISTRICT 22 -- Having ex- Freeholder to replace Senator month’s election and then hear the hausted all legal avenues in New Suliga after the incumbent with- case afterwards in order to render a Jersey in an attempt to block Demo- drew from the race in the wake of a judgment on what Mr. Marks, the crats from replacing State Senator late September incident in Atlantic Mayor of Scotch Plains, says was a Joseph Suliga on the general elec- City and after other negative press “bad decision last year” by the tion ballot in 12 days, 22nd Dis- reports were published concerning New Jersey Supreme Court when it trict Republicans are now taking his conduct elsewhere. approved a similar ballot switch their case to the U.S. Supreme Local Republicans first appealed after Democrats replaced Robert Court. the ballot switch in Union County Torricelli with Frank Lautenberg Martin Marks, the Republican Superior Court, claiming that the in the U.S. Senate race barely a Senate candidate, told The Scotch ballot replacement was wrongly month before the election. Plains-Fanwood Times that an ap- made after the statutory deadline The ballot battle has not led to a peal had been formally filed early for replacing candidates had freeze in campaign activities on this week with Justice David Souter, passed, but Judge Edward Beglin, either side, as both candidates have who handles initial appeals filed in Jr. upheld the Suliga replacement. been campaigning throughout Dis- the First Circuit, of which New Similar appeals to an Appellate trict 22 for the past several weeks Jersey is a part. A hearing before Court and the state Supreme Court and have also been mailing cam- the full court will depend on Jus- were also denied. paign literature to voters. tice Souter’s recommendation. Horace R. Corbin for The Times “It’s not necessarily an emergent Internal poll results for the Marks SUPPORTING CROWD...Senator Jon Corzine chats with Fanwood Mayoral candidate Colleen Mahr last Saturday at The GOP has been fighting to appeal,” Mr. Marks said of the U.S. for Senate Campaign indicate a the Fanwood home of Freeholder Alexander Mirabella and his wife, Phyllis. Pictured, left to right, are: Freeholder keep Democrat Nicholas Scutari Supreme Court filing, adding that statisitical “Dead Heat” in district Mirabella, Assemblywoman Linda Stender, Freeholder Deborah Scanlon, Senator Corzine, Mrs. Mahr and Fanwood off the ballot for the past several Borough Council candidate Jack Molenaar. he didn’t expect to hear from the 22: 37 percent Scutari, 34 percent high court this week nor did he Marks, balance undecided, with a expect the justices to order Mr. 3 percent margin of error. The poll Citizens’ Input Welcome State DEP Analyzes Finding Scutari off the ballot or to order a completed by pollster Adam Geller delay in the November 4 election. of National Research, Inc. For Revenue Block Grant Of Lead, Ammunition in SP SCOTCH PLAINS – Scotch Plains The projects funded throughout CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Mayor Martin Marks has an- the 19 member municipalities in- of the development. since the new interest rate will be nounced a public hearing will be clude housing rehabilitation, neigh- The Fanwood Borough Council around 4.2 percent. held on the HUD Revenue Sharing borhood preservation, code en- and the school board are also ex- As a result, he said, the total net Block Grant, XXX Year funding on forcement, senior citizens facili- pected to pass similar agreements. savings over the remaining 20-year Wednesday, October 29, in Room ties, childcare facilities, and vari- It is possible that the Township life of the $6.535 million being 202, Municipal Building, 430 Park ous social service programs. Council could act at its regular refinanced will be $1.175 million, Avenue in Scotch Plains at 7:30 meeting next week, when it will or about $58,000 annually. p.m. also hold a public hearing on an Township Attorney Douglas “We are attempting to set our Augustine ordinance authorizing the appro- Hansen called it “a substantial sav- own priorities and want to know priation of $225,000 to be used on ing” that was almost double the how our own citizens feel the county CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 the Field of Dreams project, which amount that had been anticipated. allocation should be spent,” said a fountain could be placed on the is being funded partly by $300,000 Mr. Atkins said the 2004 munici- Mayor Marks. Village Green. in matching grant funds from Union pal budget process began this week According to the mayor, the town- A host of local politicians, past County. with a meeting with all department ship has benefited from Commu- and present, were on hand for the 30- Bids for the $825,000 project and division heads to review the nity Development funds since 1975 minute ceremony. Besides the five have been received and it’s expected procedures for the development and amounting to over $3,750,000. It is present members of the Township that an award will be made in the submission of next year’s spending expected that approximately Council, former Mayors McClintock, next few weeks. requests. $6,000,000 will be available to Joan Papen, Irene Schmidt, Alice In other business, the council is He told the council that, as of Union County for XXX Year fund- Agran, Robert Johnston and Geri expected to introduce an ordinance now, “the revenue picture does not ing. Samuel were in attendance, along next week that is aimed at curbing seem to be as problematic as what The hearing will be chaired by with former State Senator and Act- illegal parking on properties over- we encountered in 2003.” How- Thomas Douress, Robert Johnston, ing Governor Donald DiFrancesco, seen by the township, especially at ever, he cautioned that, “there will Philip Schick and Joseph Duff, of- former Unite States Congressman Scotch Hill County Club. be many challenges.” ficial delegates to the Revenue Bob Franks, former State Senator There is evidence that newly- This year’s local budget was fi- Sharing Committee. Richard Bagger, State Assemblyman created parking spaces on Jerusa- nanced by an 18-point increase in Nineteen towns in Union County Jerry Green, Union County Free- lem Road, for instance, are being the municipal portion of property are involved, and all projects must holder Lewis Mingo and Union used for commercial or other non- tax bills. Mr. Atkins did point to have a 2/3 majority of the total County Superior Court Judge Ed- recreational purposes, such as the three areas – health insurance, sew- committee membership approval ward Beglin, Jr. parking of trucks owned by private age fees and pension contributions in order to become reality. companies. – where he expects expenditure in- Application for projects will be When the parking lot at the coun- creases next year to be excessively available at Township Hall and in- Become A Subscriber: SPECIAL CHAPERONE…Scotch Plains-Fanwood Superintendent of Schools try club was redesigned earlier this high. Dr. Carole Choye walked to school with Evergreen Elementary School third clude complete instructions con- Call (908) 232-4407 year, cut-ins were built into the The township’s health insurance graders Matthew and Emily Boruch on International Walk to School Day that cerning project eligibility. curbing on Jerusalem Road and contract expires at the end of this was celebrated in early October. Evergreen students and their parents joined Plainfield Avenue and a dozen or others around the world in walking to school together with a purpose – to year and he said all carriers are promote health, safety, physical activity, and concern for the environment. In so parking spaces were added for seeking what he termed “whop- addition to Dr. Choye, other V.I.P. walkers included Evergreen Principal Randi those country club members who ping” increases in premiums. De Brito and the school’s Adopt-a-Cop, Albert Sellinger. Fanwood Candidates Forum are able to walk a bit of a further distance to the property. Instead, The public is invited to the Fanwood Candidates Forum on there have been reports of trucks Borough of Fanwood Slates S. Plains Senior Citizens Friday, October 24 at 8 p.m. at the Borough Hall. TV35 will parking in those spaces. To Welcome ‘Hi-Steppers’ telecast the event which is sponsored by the League of Councilwoman Nancy Malool Halloween Parade, Contests Women’s Voters and by The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times. called the proposed restrictions “a SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch good ordinance for the senior citi- FANWOOD — The annual entry to LaGrande Park between 4 Plains Senior Citizen Advisory Voting day is Tuesday, November 4. zens.” Fanwood Halloween Party will be and 6 p.m. on the day of the event. Group will present a performance Last month, the council passed by the Franklin Hi-Steppers of held on Friday, October 31, at Each jack-o-lantern must have the Somerset, a troupe of 12 tap-danc- an ordinance authorizing the Scotch LaGrande Park immediately follow- contestant’s name and address. Con- ing seniors, at 1 p.m. on Wednes- Plains Senior Citizen Housing Cor- ing the parade. testants must take them away after day, November 5. poration to refinance bonds that In the event of inclement weather, the contest or they will be disposed The free performance, open to were issued in 1993 to construct the celebration will be held the fol- of. the public, will be held at the Italian Don’t go American Clubhouse on Valley Av- the senior housing complex at the lowing evening. Individuals can learn Doughnuts and cider will be served, south end of Martine Avenue. enue in Scotch Plains. of postponements via TV-35 or by sponsored by the Fanwood Recre- The Franklin Hi-Steppers began changing The interest rate on the original calling (908) 889-2080. ation Department. 12 years ago under the leadership of 30-year bonds was 5.5 percent, and The parade, starting at 6:30 p.m., choreographer Helen Frenick. All Mr. Atkins reported that the re- will proceed from the Fanwood Me- of the dancers practice twice a week funding will be “extremely benefi- morial Library to LaGrande Park. and perform at numerous venues cial” to the housing corporation, Those wishing to march should re- FW Historic per month. Costume Contest They have performed all over New port to the library, located at North CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Jersey, including in Atlantic City, at Saturday 2pm Avenue and Tillotson Road, by 6:15 or demolition. the PNC Bank Arts Center and at p.m. “The state and federal governments the Meadowlands, among other Corzine The age groups for costume and do not attach any restrictive cov- places. They also entertain at nurs- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 jack-o-lantern judging will be as fol- enants to these properties,” said Mrs. ing homes, hospitals and schools throughout the state. Additionally, a Dakota “It really does start at a local lows: Preschool; Kindergarten and O’Brien. Williams level moving on up,” commented Many homes in the district were few of the dancers design and sew first grade; second grade through their own costumes. Senator Corzine, who later an- third grade; fourth through fifth built before 1935. The New Jersey State Review Board The Hi-Steppers have received ...My clock swered several questions about dif- grade; sixth through 10th grade, and more than 30 plaques and other will meet in Trenton on Wednesday, ferent topics from local residents. adults. December 3, to consider the nomina- awards, and the County of Somerset The Fanwood candidates’ debate Prizes will be awarded for Pretti- tion and render a decision. The meet- chose the group’s choreographer as will be held on Friday, October 24, est, Spookiest, Funniest, and Most ing will be open to the public. Woman of the Year in Entertainment. at 8 p.m. at Fanwood Borough Hall, Original costumes. For more information about the A copy of the historic status applica- upcoming performance, please call You may forget to change your clock and it will also be broadcast live on All those wishing to enter the jack- tion is available for public inspection (908) 889-2084. on Saturday, but don’t forget about our TV-35. o-lantern contest must deliver their at the Fanwood Memorial Library. costume contest. Kids can win $50 cash for 1st or $25 for second and a beanie baby for third. There are 3 age Douglas M. Fasciale categories: 5 years & under, 6-12 years, and adults (age disclosure not Certified Civil Trial Attorney required). by the Supreme Court of New Jersey Last chance to bring the family in for our pumpkin picking, pony rides, hayrides, Concentrating in personal injury and haunted house. This weeks hours and malpractice cases. are Wed-Fri 3-5pm, Sat-Sun 10-5pm. 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PUBLICATION Campaign Release Martin Marks, State Senate LD-22 Campaign Release David Owens, Westfield Town Council Ward Two Marks Will Fight for Real Why I’m The Right Choice Property Tax Reform For Westfield Town Council believe that the convention may be our only WESTFIELD -- The short answer to In the meantime, Cathy went back to SCOTCH PLAINS -- Scotch Plains the voter’s question — “Why should I work full-time and I quit my job in the Mayor and Republican District 22 Senate option because it takes the political onus off the politicians in Trenton and shifts the vote for you?” — is summed up in city to set up my own business at Candidate has announced that drafting three words that form the theme of my home. I got involved in more commu- legislation for real property tax reform proposals for reform directly to the citizens of New Jersey. Heretofore, the politicians campaign: Accomplished, Active, Ac- nity activities. I attended Town Coun- will be his top priority as state senator. Mr. cessible. cil and planning board and school board Marks stated, “Over the years we have had in Trenton, both Democrat and Republican, have failed to display the guts necessary to I am actively involved. I work meetings. They didn’t seem as dreary numerous attempts at property tax relief closely with my neighbors and col- any more. They were important. with limited lasting success. While these reform the system of property taxation. Unfortunately, even though our governor leagues around town. And together, Back then, we had two movie the- relief efforts in the form of rebate checks we’ve gotten things done. aters in town. Then the Westfield Cin- are nice, the government always seems to and legislators have the power right now to reform the system, they have consistently But why I am in this race is a longer ema disappeared. Not long after, ru- cut these important programs when budget story: Coming to Westfield for the mors flew that the same thing would pressures increase. This year Governor chosen not to. It is my hope that if the right IMPORTANCE OF FITNESS...Westfield Y Director Mark Eslasser intro- people are elected to the State Senate and duced Senator Jon Corzine on Saturday at the Y. Senator Corzine spoke on the first time in 1967 to visit my girl- happen to the Rialto. Michelle Picou, McGreevey cut the Property Tax Saver friend, I remember driving down a who ran the Westfield Main Street Rebate, in addition to the program that General Assembly in this year’s election, importance of youth health and physical fitness. Pictured from the left are: Mr. then we will see a bipartisan effort to bring Elsasser, Darielle Walsh, Senator Corzine and Ellen Steinberg. beautiful tree-lined suburban street on office, called to ask if I’d help rescue stabilizes property taxes for those that our way from the airport. “Now we’re the theater. I ended up chairing the truly need it, our senior citizens. More real and lasting reform without even the need for a convention. However, if we do Campaign Release Ellen Steinberg, State Assembly LD-21 in Westfield,” Cathy said. committee. Save the Rialto brought importantly, all these relief measures do “How can you tell?” I asked. Where together a tremendous group of people, nothing to reform a system of property not see a change of faces in Trenton with a corresponding change of attitude we will be I came from, there were usually corn- from all over town, and we succeeded. taxation out of control.” fields between towns. Over the years the traffic in our Of all taxes collected in New Jersey doomed to having the highest property Corzine Campaigns With taxes in the nation for many years to come,” “Oh, you just know,” Cathy said. neighborhood has gotten worse and for state, county and local purposes the Cathy and I were married two years Mr. Marks concluded. worse. So I became actively involved property tax accounts for 45 percent or later. After another ten years, we moved in putting together a group of people to $15 billion. The tragic part is that the Candidate Ellen Steinberg back to Westfield when I took a job in work on improving traffic and safety property tax is the most unfair tax of all Auxiliary Police WESTFIELD – United States Senator supporting Ellen in her bid for State New York. A short time later, some of conditions in the neighborhood. We in that it does not take into account one’s Jon Corzine visited Westfield on Satur- our new neighbors on St. Marks Av- all worked hard at it and succeeded in ability to pay. New Jersey has the high- Assembly. You can tell that both of them Sought in Cranford day to show his support for the YMCA genuinely care about helping people in enue asked if I would attend a town getting the Town Council to take up est property taxes in the nation without a and to campaign with 21st District As- council meeting with them to show our agenda. close runner-up and state government, Westfield and throughout the state.” CRANFORD — The Cranford Auxil- sembly candidate Ellen Steinberg. The Ms. Steinberg has her own legal prac- neighborhood concern for an issue I What my wife and several friends with their lack of action, is literally iary Police are seeking candidates who are Senator, a sponsor of the YMCA Healthy now can’t even remember. and neighbors had recognized earlier forcing people out of their homes be- tice. She serves on boards of the Union interested in becoming auxiliary police Teen Act, spoke on the important role County Women’s Political Caucus and Back then, I couldn’t imagine sitting gradually became clear to me, too — cause they simply cannot keep up. officers. This is strictly a volunteer orga- the “Y” has played in promoting healthy up there on that dais, tending to the like driving into Westfield; you just “Other states have been successful in the Museum of Early Trades and Crafts. nization that supplements the regular po- lifestyles among younger Americans She sits on advisory committees to the solemn duties of governing our small know: that I should run for council. shifting away from the property tax in order lice department in times of emergencies After the senator’s remarks, he and town. But by then I could recognize This next phase of my responsibility to pay for municipal and county services Jewish Community Relations Council and at various other town functions. Ms. Steinberg were led on a tour of the and the Summit Junior League. Ms. when I passed from Mountainside or was to move to the other side of the and public education in particular. I believe Individuals 18 years or older are urged facility by Westfield YMCA Board Presi- Scotch Plains or Cranford into Westfield. desk, to take the lessons of community we should give municipalities the same Steinberg resides in Chatham Township. to apply. Candidates’ who are selected dent Darielle Walsh and Executive Di- Ms. Steinberg’s candidacy has been You just knew. It was special. activism inside town government. kind of flexibility as state government in must attend training classes at the Aux- rector Mark Elsasser. A few years later, when our sons And that is why I want to serve on revenue collection. If some municipalities endorsed by EMILY’s List, Women’s iliary Police Academy in Scotch Plains. Later, the senator attended a brief Campaign Fund, the NJ State AFL-CIO, started to play baseball and soccer, I Town Council and why I think I’m the want to remain with the present system, Applications may be obtained from rally for Ms. Steinberg in downtown got involved in coaching sports. I ran a right person for the job. then they should be allowed to do so. How- the Service Employees International the Cranford Police Desk located in the Westfield. Approximately 30 support- Union, Planned Parenthood of NJ, NJ soccer league, and helped with what- Voters can reach David with their ever, if a municipality wanted to shift to Municipal Building at 8 Springfield ers attended the rally on North Avenue. ever sport the boys played. I became a interests and concerns at (908) 233- another revenue source they should be also NOW, NJ State Women’s Political Cau- Avenue in Cranford. Applications and “Institutions like the “Y” are a vital cus, the NJ Conference of the American scoutmaster. I joined the chorus of the 5707, by e-mail at [email protected], be allowed to but only with a corresponding information may be obtained from part of the fabric that keeps our commu- Washington School Show. You haven’t or best of all, in person during his and mandatory reduction or elimination of Assosciation of University Professors, website: cranford.com/police. The fil- nities strong,” said Ms. Steinberg. “They and the Senior Truth Squad. lived until you’ve put on a skirt and a frequent walks and bike rides through the property tax,” Mr. Marks continued. ing deadline is November 15. help so many families and make wig to sing and dance in that show. the ward. As far as the Constitutional Convention The 21st legislative district includes For more information, please contact Westfield a better place to live.” Westfield and stretches as far as Harding for Property Tax Reform, Mr. Marks states Captain Ralph Gregson at (908) 276-8875 Westfield resident Alan Kamel said, that he has been a long time proponent. “I Township. For more information, please (evenings). “It was great to see Senator Corzine go to www.steinbergforassembly.com. Campaign Release Mark Ciarrocca, Westfield Council Third Ward

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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 23, 2003 Page 3 Campaign Release James Foerst, Westfield Town Council Fourth Ward Campaign Release David Haas, Westfield Council Third Ward James Foerst Introduces Councilman Haas Explains Innovative Traffic Safety Plan His Stance on Town Issues WESTFIELD -- Many issues we are appointed and re-appointed to the board WESTFIELD -- With the safety of determine how best to correct the great- facing require balancing investment and of adjustments by the Republican ma- pedestrians and children in mind, Fourth est hazards,” noted Mr. Foerst. over-development. I spent six years on jority council, despite my being a Demo- Ward Westfield Town Council Candi- Mr. Foerst also supports the concept the board of adjustment maintaining our crat. I know that my colleagues on the date James Foerst has outlined an inno- of “community policing” to slow traffic small-town character. I wrote the only council have good motives. I believe vative, three-part traffic safety plan to and save lives. “By having the commu- annual report issued by the board during that my presence on the council has protect Westfield citizens from fast traf- nity police themselves, all residents will that time. It called for changes to en- made a difference in the tenor and tone fic and dangerous intersections. develop a better respect for their neigh- courage front porches, which were passed of our working relationship. Mr. Foerst said the town council should bors,” he said. “Also, this gives our into law. Involvement makes a group of people form a “citizens’ traffic council” to pri- citizens a sense of empowerment and the I currently serve on the planning board into a community. I’ve helped coach my oritize hazardous streets, institute a for- real ability to take action to protect their and the council committee the passes the children’s sports teams, taught Sunday mal program of community policing and own neighborhoods and families from zoning laws. I have a good perspective school, served on Mayor Jardim’s ex- explore enhanced technology to aid the dangerous traffic conditions.” on these issues. An example is my ear- penditure review board and the Board of ongoing safety efforts of the police de- Finally, Mr. Foerst said the Town lier release calling for specific revisions Adjustment. Now, I am serving on the partment. Council should install permanent radar to limit the explosion of tear-downs fol- town council. I have an engineer’s way “The Westfield Town Council has a stations which track the speed of ap- lowed by over-built houses. of looking at problems, which I believe duty to ensure the safety of our citizens. proaching vehicles and display it on a Financial stewardship is among the most provides a valuable perspective to the We can’t wait to react to tragedies. As a screen. Instead of one single mobile SPEAKING SAFETY...Fourth Ward Town Council candidate James Foerst important roles of a councilman. I was the council. Westfield Town Councilman, I will take radar cart towed around town, Mr. Foerst speaks with Westfield resident Karen Mermer about his traffic safety plan. only council-member to speak against the I am running for election to the council a proactive approach to traffic safety,” said the town should install permanent amount of this year’s tax increase. We out of a concern for the community, a said Foerst. “By working together with systems that have the potential to photo- DEM Freeholder Campaign Release need to change our budget process so that desire to see my children’s hometown be a the police and the community, our Town graph a speeding vehicle. A warning or we let the amount of tax revenue we expect place they can always point to with pride Council can take a fresh look at the a ticket, if appropriate, could then be to receive and not what we’d like to spend and out of a sense of debt to those that have problem and bring new ideas and solu- sent to speeders caught on camera. Incumbent Freeholders determine our budget. left this community for me to live in. tions to the table.” “This system would enhance our A priority needs to be given to the I hope that you’ll consider giving me With the input from the police, the present police force by providing addi- safety of pedestrians and drivers. We your vote and allow me to continue to BRAKES committees and other citizens tional sets of eyes on our most dangerous need to emphasize the importance of represent you. from around town, Mr. Foerst intends to streets,” said Mr. Foerst. “We must make Support Runnells Hospital filling potholes and calming traffic to prioritize street improvements based on our streets safe for our citizens, particu- Union County residents who are 55 years maintain our quality of life. various criteria including proximity to larly in the areas where our citizens walk, COUNTY -- Union County Democrat Freeholder candidates Deborah Scanlon, of age or older, as well as qualified residents The redevelopment project is a big deci- CSH Party to Celebrate schools, recreation facilities and houses go to school, play and worship. When it of any age, will be eligible for discounted sion for the town. We are going to borrow of worship, the frequency of accidents comes to safety, we have an obligation to Alexander Mirabella and Chester Holmes pledged to continue their commitment prescription drugs under the program. close to $1,000 per person, significantly Kohl’s $270,000 Gift and the level of use. be proactive rather than reactive.” Discounts can range from 20-50 per- expand the retail space in town, and add “By forming a ‘citizens’ traffic coun- If you would like more information for Runnells Hospital. MOUNTAINSIDE – To celebrate a Runnells is currently the state’s pre- cent depending on the prescription’s clas- new residential units. We owe it to the $270,000 gift from Kohl’s depart- cil’ the police and the town council will about Mr. Foerst, please log on to sification as either a brand name drug or residents to ask their views in a referendum. have better input from the residents to www.jamesmfoerst.net. mier county-run specialized hospital ment stores, in support of renovations achieving high report card reviews from its generic equivalent. I work in a bi-partisan manner. I was to Children’s Specialized Hospital’s the New Jersey Department of Health. (CSH) outpatient facility in Fanwood, Campaign Release Susan Jacobson, Westfield Council Fourth Ward Campaign Release Maureen Rothfelder, WF Council First Ward The hospital, located in Berkeley hospital executives and Kohl’s asso- Heights, is a state-of-the art facility ciates will team up for a “Wall Bash- opened in 1990. ing” event and Halloween party to- The Democrat Freeholders fully Stop The Speeding, day. Rothfelder Calls for Traffic funded and expanded Runnells Special- CSH staff and Kohl’s representa- ized Hospital. tives will be joined for the 3 p.m. “We’re proud of Runnells and we We Want Safe Streets festivities by 20 young outpatients Safety Improvements in WF stand behind it,” said Mrs. Scanlon, who WESTFIELD -- Westfield needs to find and their parents. The celebration, served as the Freeholder Board liaison passed the resolution, but disappointed that featuring Halloween games, crafts and WESTFIELD – One of Westfield’s 3881, which creates penalties for fail- to the hospital for the past few years. a way to make our streets safe. We must the county has yet to take action. stop the speeding on our main streets and treats, will take place at the CSH best qualities is that it is a walking town, ure to stop at the direction of crossing “There are some things that you cannot Mrs. Jacobson believes we need to be facility at 313 South Avenue in where great stores, parks, restaurants guards. Finally, we need to take respon- calculate in terms of financial cost, and especially on our side streets where our more proactive and aggressive in working children play. Fanwood. and the Rialto Theatre are easily acces- sibility as individuals to drive responsi- health care for our residents is one,” she with the county. Over 20 percent of our The wall demolition will formally sible, and local events like FestiFall and bly: Drive like you live here. Stop for said. “We’re not in the business of mak- At a recent Traffic, Parking and Trans- Westfield property taxes go to the county. portation Committee meeting, it was sug- announce the initiative and empha- the Jazz Concert series encourage people every pedestrian as if they were your ing money off of our patients who des- “We need their cooperation and assistance size the importance of expanding the gested we look at areas of county roads with to mix and mingle in town. That quality child, your parent or your neighbor - perately need health care and cancer to stop the speeding in our town,” she stated. outpatient facility. is one of the main reasons I moved here. because they are. care.” 35 mph speed limits which run through But the increase in traffic, uncivilized We also need to study the current Freeholder Alexander Mirabella, who Westfield. Susan Jacobson, candidate for driver behavior and insufficient enforce- traffic pattern in town and come up with is the current liaison, said, “As humans re-election to the Fourth Ward, and mem- ment of traffic laws threatens our quality a comprehensive plan for traffic control. in a civilized society, we have a moral ber of the TPT Committee, proposed that • Criminal Defense - Federal & State of life every day. We need to install traffic calming de- obligation to provide this type of health council pass a resolution requesting the I am particularly concerned about vices and re-engineer roads to get driv- care to our residents who need it. I am county to lower all these 35 mph roads to 25 • Complex Civil Litigation pedestrian safety, since one of my kids ers to slow down on busy roads and stop proud to support Runnells.” mph. “Even though there are only about 10 • DWI & Municipal Court was almost hit six times last year. Some- at dangerous intersections. We need to Freeholder Chester Holmes said he miles of county roads in Westfield, this will thing is seriously wrong when a middle better enforce laws on speeding, unsafe has spoken with many Union County show our residents we are serious about • Domestic Relations / Custody school student cannot walk for 10 min- driving and similar laws. Too many driv- residents who have used Runnells, stopping the speeding on our streets and utes without risking serious bodily in- ers drive down Lawrence Avenue and and have complimented the high qual- roads”, Jacobson urged. She continued by jury. My neighbors are equally frus- Mountain Avenue as if it’s an extension ity of personalized care they received. saying, “We need to send a strong message trated trying to cross Mountain Avenue of Route 22 – they need to be reminded Mr. Holmes said, “the quality health to everyone.” ROBERT G. STAHL, Esq. Over a year ago, Mrs. Jacobson asked the and North Avenue. We can and must do that once they’re in Westfield, they’re in care we provide at Runnells is second Former Federal Prosecutor a better job to insure the safety of school a residential neighborhood. Police should to none.” council to pass a resolution to lower the children and other pedestrians. First, make their presence known and enforce In another area, Mrs. Scanlon noted speed limit on the area of West Broad Street we need to clearly mark all school cross- traffic laws with the same level of zeal the Freeholder Board has continued to where it changes from 25 to 35 mph. This ing walkways along the entire route to they apply to parking enforcement. provide healthcare to those who need it section of the road is less than one block 220 St. Paul Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 from McKinley School. It also passes the schools, not just crosswalks at schools. People don’t speed on the Boulevard in most by providing a new prescription Tel: (908) 301-9001 Fax: (908) 301-9008 We need to ticket drivers who don’t Kenilworth – or in most of Connecticut drug program for seniors and the dis- Westfield Community Center which houses stop for school children and other pe- – because they know the police are out abled this year. “This is another example day care programs and programs for senior destrians, since it is against the law to and will ticket. Westfield should de- of the innovative government that you citizens. A little further down West Broad is NOT stop for pedestrians in crosswalks. velop the same reputation as a town that can expect from Democrats,” Mrs. the entrance to the Municipal Pool and yet We need to support legislation like A- strictly enforces the law. Scanlon said, this 35 mph speed limit continues. [email protected] Mrs. Jacobson is pleased the council Don’tDon’t pavepave paradiseparadise And Put Up A Parking Lot!!

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On October 27 & 28, the area residents will Please participate in the Zoning Board present their experts and witnesses to show meetings on October 27 & 28 at 7:00 that the Temple Emanu-El ’s proposed 150 p.m. in the Municipal Building! And say car parking lot on East Broad Street, which NO to overdevelopment! is bigger than the Drug Fair lot, does not belong in a residential neighborhood! www.WestfieldUnite.com

CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 4 Thursday, October 23, 2003 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

The ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ Scotch Plains – Fanwood Letters to the Editor The Westfield Leader TIMES — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— DD The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood New Jersey Future Says There Has DDTM and the Township of Scotch Plains Diction Deception Member of: Member of: New Jersey Press Association Been No Abuse Of Law In Princeton New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association Below are four arcane words, each National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association A recent editorial in The Westfield in its existing location instead of moving Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Fanwood Business & Professional Association Leader claims that under state redevel- out of town. This kind of mixed-use with four definitions – only one is cor- rect. The others are made up. Are you Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey opment law there are “no public meet- development in existing communities ings,” the Planning Board is reduced to helps preserve open space and allows the sharp enough to discern this deception of P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 • 1906 Bartle Avenue diction? Westfield, N.J. 07091 “fodder,” and the “community looses all state to “grow smart.” Such redevelop- Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 control.” You cite recent events in ment embodies the State Development If you can guess one correctly – good Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 Princeton as a case in point. But the facts and Redevelopment Plan, and serves the guess. If you get two – well-read indi- vidual. If you get three – word expert. If POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at in Princeton reveal something very dif- public interest. ferent. You are right that redevelopment laws you get all four – You must have a lot of P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 The Princeton Regional Planning grant municipalities great authority, and free time! PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. Board and the Borough Council desig- that this bears careful monitoring. But All words and correct definitions nated one area of the Borough as in need there has been no abuse of the law or come from the board game Diction Michelle H. Le Poidevin Horace R. Corbin Fred K. Lecomte of redevelopment in full compliance with public interest in Princeton. The Deception. A&E and EDUCATION PUBLISHER MARKETING DIRECTOR the Local Redevelopment and Housing Princeton project was tested in court, Answers to last week’s arcane words. Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo Law. This happened after public hear- and passed with flying colors. It is a 1. Brummagem – Anything cheap and COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING & PRODUCTION ings on the issue, just as the law requires. proper application of the law and repli- gaudy such as imitation jewelry Lauren S. Pass Karen M. Hinds Robert P. Connelly The Princeton redevelopment project cating such redevelopment in other older 2. Vafrous – Crafty or cunning ASSIGNMENT EDITOR OFFICE MANAGER MANAGER, BUSINESS SYSTEMS will replace an old surface parking lot communities will help increase our qual- 3. Diaphanous – Transparent or trans- Ben Corbin with a new parking deck surrounded by ity of life in New Jersey. lucent retail shops, as well as affordable and 4. Bawbee – A half penny or small SERVICES Eric Wilkinson, Esq. SUBSCRIPTION PRICE market-rate housing. The increased park- coin One-year – $28 • Two-year – $52 • Three-year – $76 • One-year college (September to May) – $20 Policy Director, New Jersey Future ing induced the public library to rebuild Trenton CACHINNATE 1. To annoy, torment or delay 2. To infatuate People Should Have a Say In Their 3. To shackle, to chain Can No Child Left Behind Act Become 4. To laugh loudly or too much Future, Hold A Referendum SCORPER Productive Without Creating Stigmas? 1. A jeweler’s gouging tool used for Is Westfield still a place where people dum on the issue. But I, for one, don’t engraving metal Nationwide, the public school systems underwent a Commissioner Librera added, “We view the release of want to have a say in their future, or have recall seeing on the ballot or in any 2. A homeless person; a beggar standardized test whereby the results ended up putting this information as a service to the public in that it helps we become so comfortable in our great candidate’s materials the words “park- 3. A lecher or lewd person high schools with the likes of Summit, Millburn, Berke- everyone gain a broader understanding of what this little town that we would rather not be ing deck,” much less any description of 4. An expert on social behavior among ley Heights and Ridgewood on the “Early Warning List” means for our high schools. We can think of no better way bothered with the responsibility? a project like the one before us. ethnic groups The town council is wrestling with A few council members have asserted VOGIE for “Schools in Need of Improvement.” These fine than to demonstrate that many of these schools are in the 1. In the know; up to date schools this fall join those understandably on the list ‘Early Warning’ category because they missed the mark possibly the biggest issue ever to con- that by walking their wards they have front Westfield. Clarity requires that it determined there is broad support for the 2. Cheerful; merry from districts such as Camden, Elizabeth and Newark as on so few indicators.” 3. Mischievous; devilish a result of the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB). no longer be called the “parking-deck” plans, and that the objections only seem Federal law requires that schools be judged every year issue. Not when nearly 100 apartments to be many because they come from the 4. Fussy The federally mandated test is causing uproar in the by 40 indicators, including 95 percent participation rate and about 21,000 square feet of new same vocal parties who attend the public VITRIC public education fraternity in New Jersey. As a result of in language arts literacy and math tests, as well as retail space are part of the package. Far meetings on the issue. I would argue that 1. Bubbling over with enthusiasm the test, 271 of the 361 high schools in the state did not meeting the Adequate Yearly Progress benchmark target beyond serving the original goals of unsystematic interviews and casual con- 2. Potted or pitted meet all the criteria set forth and are subject to being in the same subject areas. Data are then examined by filling commuter and downtown worker versations are every bit as unscientific a 3. Enraged; on the verge of insanity categorized next year as “in need of improvement.” looking at 10 subgroups. parking needs, these very large struc- sampling as heeding only those who 4. Having the nature of glass The “Early Warning” status is based on the 2003 High The subgroups include total school population, stu- tures require several hundred additional attend the meetings. School Proficiency Assessment (HSPA), which serves as dents with disabilities, limited English proficiency stu- parking spaces just for their intended And that is why a referendum must be Don’t Kill A Housefly a high school graduation requirement in the state. If these dents, white, African-American, Asian/Pacific Islander, residents, workers and shoppers. held — even a non-binding referendum. With a Shotgun; Let’s schools yield the same results next year, they would This is urban development, pure and The council can’t claim to have the American Indian/Native American, Hispanic, other, and simple. public’s support without substantiation. receive “needs improvement” status in accordance with economically disadvantaged. The question is, are these structures In a town like ours, we know our Vote On Development the NCLB act. In releasing the high school list, the commissioner and the traffic they will bring compat- council members; they are our friends I have been watching recent town New Jersey is crying foul. Governor James McGreevey reiterated the Department of Education stance that, while ible with the town of Westfield as we all and neighbors, and we know them to be council meetings on Channel 36, which sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of Education Rod Paige, the law on its face is important to help children in programs know it? It’s a question that concerns us responsive. So it seems more like a big- have addressed the question of parking demanding changes in how NCLB is being implemented. that may not work, the implementation of the law is flawed all, yet the public is being denied the city tactic when a legal loophole is used decks. I have observed that on any day, The governor said it is highly flawed and unfair. Further, and the labels associated with the law are misleading. He chance to decide. as a shield to block public participation. in any month, there are between 75 and the Governor states that the NCLB is under-funded and also noted that the strict timelines associated with the Why won’t the public be able to vote Hold a referendum. If the voters ap- 100 empty parking spaces at the South that it is costing the state money. The Governor, in implementation cause more confusion. on the plan? The mayor has said there prove, then the council will have demon- Avenue train station lot. While all the another press release, said that the federal government is will be no referendum because one is not strated it has the support it needs for a parking permits may have been sold, “We will continue to work with the federal government required under the redevelopment law project of this magnitude. And if the this lot is obviously underutilized. for the first time and unprecedented, involving itself because we believe it is important to help each and every recently applied by the council to the public says no, then maybe our great A gentleman at one of the recent meet- directly in the educational affairs of the states. child as best we can,” Commissioner Librera said. “But we designated areas. But why was the ques- little town will stay that way a little ings opined that constructing a parking There are 40 criteria included in the NCLB test. If a will continue to keep an open dialogue about the law’s tion placed out of voters’ hands in this while longer. deck there is akin to killing a housefly school system missed just one criterion, they have been implementation. We believe it is wrong and bad policy.” manner in the first place? with a shotgun, and I couldn’t agree more. Jay Hershey It seems to me there are three things we placed on the “Early Warning” list. The Commissioner has previously stated that many of The mayor also has asserted that the Westfield In Union County, schools that found themselves on the the schools were placed in “Early Warning” status be- last election served as a kind of referen- do not need in Westfield. More residen- “Early Warning” list include Scotch Plains-Fanwood, cause of HSPA results for special education and LEP tial units in areas already saturated with Governor Livingston Cranford, Elizabeth, Hillside, Lin- students. traffic are not needed. Parking decks on Freeholder Mirabella Thanks All Who either side of town are not needed — as a den, Plainfield, Rahway, Roselle Park, Summit, Union Presumably, public school systems that refuse to par- number of people have pointed out, will and Roselle. Westfield, Clark and New Providence scored ticipate in the Act will lose part or all of their federal destroy the character of the town as well 40 out of 40 and avoided being marked by the list. funding. In New Jersey, federal funds account for about Helped With County 9/11 Memorial as placing an additional tax burden on the Lorre Korecky of Westfield’s Office of School and three percent of the school budgets. Summit with 750 On September 13 of this year, a me- Union County employees from the residents. Thirdly, we certainly do not Community Relations said the test is so complex that high schools students and Westfield with about 1400 morial was dedicated to the memory of Department of Parks and Recreation, the need a mayor who adamantly refuses to almost any school system could miss just one item and high school students receive about 1 to 2 percent federal the 60 men and women from Union Department of Engineering and Public allow a non-binding referendum, poll, find itself on the list. funding. Most of their public school revenue (about 90 County who perished in the terrorist Works and the Division of Building Ser- survey or whatever in order to determine Frank Belluscio and Michael Yaple, who represent percent) comes from local property taxes. attacks of September 11, 2001. vices also volunteered their labor at the what the majority of taxpayers in this Public Information for the New Jersey School Boards On behalf of the Union County Sep- memorial site. town want regarding this issue. Elizabeth High School (EHS), the largest in the state tember 11th Memorial Committee, I And a number of local businesses If the majority of taxpayers want a Association (NJSBA), agreed, when called by this news- with about 5,000 students performed very poorly in the would like to thank the many individuals made in-kind donations of materials for parking deck with in excess of 70 resi- paper. Mr. Belluscio indicated also that the test was test, yielding only 24 of 40 in compliance. EHS receives and organizations who made it possible the memorial. They included the Abbey dential units, and who knows how many flawed. When we asked how New Jersey did on the test about four percent federal funding. Only 15 percent to construct the September 11th Memo- Hart Brick Company, E.I.I., Inc., commercial units on South Avenue, let’s compared to other states, he said that such a comparison funding comes from local property taxes. The remainder rial at Echo Lake Park in Mountainside. Fanwood Stone, Metro Flag Company, find out. could not be made. He said that the test details are left up of EHS funding comes from state subsidies. Without the efforts and contributions of S.M. Electric Company, United Crane It is outrageous that the mayor refuses to each individual state – so the criteria are different. Elizabeth, Newark, Camden and other similar urban these neighbors, relatives, labor unions and Weldon Concrete. to find out what the majority of taxpayers We’re confused about this point. If the test details are public schools test very poorly in nearly every measure and local businesses this memorial would The memorial was entirely funded by in this town want in regard to this issue. left up to each state, did New Jersey craft a test with of educational attainment. It is not due to the lack of not have been possible. contributions. More than 200 individu- Finally, kudos to David Haas who is details too complex? Were other states more adept? Or First of all, I would like to thank my als and groups made contributions rang- the only council member with the guts to money, because state subsidies provide an even playing colleagues, Freeholders Chester Holmes, ing from $5 to $10,500. People gave defy the mayor and say he would support were all left to a guessing game and New Jersey doesn’t field. These areas have social, economic, crime and Lewis Mingo, Jr. and Rick Proctor for what they could. But I would be remiss a non-binding referendum. like the outcome. language problems that, until now, defy resolution. their work on the committee, plus the co- if I didn’t mention the larger donors, The NJSBA is a lobbying organization – “a federation As everyone scrambles to deal with the NCLB Act, we chairman of the fund effort, former Gov- whose significant contributions are worth David O’Connor of local boards of education” – see njsba.org. hope that another layer of administration with the asso- ernor Donald DiFrancesco and State of note. They include the Union County Westfield Dr. William Librera, Commissioner of the New Jersey ciated costs does not detract from the obvious educa- Senator Raymond Lesniak. Alliance, Schering-Plough Corporation, Department of Education, stated, “As we release this list, tional priorities in our state. We were advised by the Public Advi- Jon S. Corzine Foundation, Tarheel En- More Letters it is again important to view this in a larger context. We also hope that this act can become productive for sory Committee, which was made up of terprises, Assemblyman Neil M. Cohen These are not ‘failing’ schools. Many of these fine relatives of the deceased, plus represen- and Columbia Bank. those schools that need it without placing stigmas on fine tatives from the Union County commu- As Freeholder Chairwoman Deborah On Pages 5, 6, 10 schools have been placed on ‘Early Warning’ because public school systems. nities that lost residents on September Scanlon said, “We will always remem- they did not meet criteria for one or two indicators out of There’s always more that can and should be done in 11. The committee included Carol Brier, ber these 60 men and women in our Volunteers Thanked 40. That does not equate to ‘failing’ – not in the least. Any educating our youth. No one disagrees with the impor- Arthur Russo, Anthony Russo, Chief hearts and in our prayers. We will al- characterization that these schools are ‘failing’ is inaccu- tance of this goal. The ever-debated question in seeking William Dowd, Livio Mancino, Hedy ways remember their sacrifice, and we For Fanny Wood Day rate and wrong.” this goal is “How do we get the best bang for the buck?” Lipke, Linda Maggio, Gene Davis, Carol will always celebrate their lives.” As the volunteer coordinator for the Mazza, Gerry Dobbins, Sal Mione, Rita Alexander Mirabella 8th annual Fanny Wood Day in Fanwood, McNany, Henry Bassman and Geri Union County Freeholder I would like to take this opportunity to Letters to the Editor Samuel. thank all the volunteers who helped to Citizen Clarifies Report A number of labor organizations vol- make this day a success. They were there Of Remarks to The unteered their time, equipment and ex- Freeholder Candidate to help in spite of the inclement weather. Westfielder Wants BOE Views of pertise to the construction effort. They Their cooperation and spirit is what Westfield Town Council included Bricklayers & Allied Discusses County makes Fanwood a very special commu- Craftworkers Local 4 of Morristown, nity. Regarding your news article last week, Development and PILOT Carpenters and Joiners Local 715 of Budget Impact I would like to thank Major E. Pearson I’d appreciate the following correction I commute to NYC every day and proposals including the use of PILOT Cranford, Electrical Workers Local 102 At the Berkeley Heights Candidates’ and Bill Shephard for providing the ser- and addition regarding my remarks to occasionally the discussion with my fel- payments to the town. of Westfield, Ironworkers Local 480 of Night on October 16, I asked the four vices of the JROTC from Scotch Plains- the Westfield Town Council on Tues- low Westfield commuters turns to the While I fully understand that every- Springfield and Plumbers Local 24 of candidates if they had any intentions of Fanwood High School. These students day, October 14. parking decks. I am often surprised that one is entitled to their views on the size, Springfield. getting more involved in the process of not only represented the colors of the Please note that the citizen who re- they know little about the size and cost of cost and configuration of the decks, there the Union County budget. Only John flag ceremony to kick off the day, but quested the referendum of the council on the deck. is one fundamental concept here that I Bonacci expressed a concern about look- they stayed and worked the entire day. It September 30 was Mr. John Lizzo. Oth- Many are unaware that the town has just can’t get my arms around. The mayor, Voters Have Choice For ing into the situation. It was disappoint- is wonderful to have each of these spe- erwise, my comments of October 14 as proposed to raise the parking fees to in a council meeting this summer, de- ing to hear that for the most part, all the cial students volunteer their Sunday for printed as a follow-up were correct. $950 per year while at the same time fended the decision to declare the two State Senate in LD-22 candidates thought that they had no say the community. Our heartfelt thanks! Additionally, please note: My ques- building a four level deck that will re- zones “areas in need of redevelopment” Martin Marks does not want the vot- in the county budget. As one of the founders of Fanny Wood tion to Councilman Betancourt as to his quire commuters to drive around, possi- by stating that one benefit of this desig- ers to have a choice for Senator in the I pointed out that, as each of them Day, I am proud that this celebration has supporting the Second Ward citizens in bly on several levels, looking for a park- nation was that the revenues from the 22nd Legislative District. The reason is spoke of finding ways of reducing the continued for eight years. However, it their desire to preserve a residential iden- ing space. And the women are most projects “would not have to be shared clear. As Mayor of Scotch Plains, Mr. municipal tax burden, the county has would not be successful without the co- tity in their neighborhoods relating to concerned about the lack of a manned with the school district”. Marks is responsible for the largest tax increased their portion of the property operation of the Administrative staffs in their parking dispute with the Temple security system at the deck. The mayor and council, after consider- increase in the Township’s history, 16.9 tax almost 10 percent each year for the Borough Hall. My sincere thanks go to Emanu-El should include my follow-up Their lack of knowledge however, is ing numerous ways to provide additional percent more in municipal property taxes last three years. It is absurd that munici- them and to the members of the Fanny observation – “How can you justify your understandable since most NYC com- parking in town, deliberately chose an for every homeowner. In so doing, he palities work so hard to reign in wasteful Wood Day Committee. enthusiastic support of the building of muters, like myself have long days with option that deprives the schools of any broke his repeated promise that he would spending and excessive taxation while large mammoth sized parking garages in little time for reading the newspaper or revenues. Pardon me, but I don’t get it. hold the line on taxes and stabilize taxes. millions go to the county without any Maryanne Connelly Ward One against those citizens’ desire attending council meetings. The lack of Few would argue that the schools are In contrast, Nicholas Scutari, who Mr. question. Mayor Emeritus to preserve their residential integrity - a vocal protest by large numbers of citi- one of Westfield’s most valuable assets. Marks is trying to keep off the ballot, Just as the Township Committee is Fanwood clear inconsistency?” zens should not be interpreted as ap- The taxpayers have a history of showing serves on the Union County Freeholder beholden to the taxpayers, so is our John Devitt proval. Many are unaware of the salient their support for the schools by approv- Board. The Union County portion of the elected Freeholder Board. I would like Who Knows How Many Westfield facts surrounding these redevelopment ing the school budgets even though those property tax bill, for which the Freehold- to see more representation from the budgets often result in a sizeable in- ers are responsible, increased by only county’s 21 municipalities at the county Studies Were Done? crease to our property taxes. But while 5.5 percent for Scotch Plains level. The impact that the county makes The Westfield Town Council approved you and I dig deeper into our pockets homeowners. Scotch Plains residents on property taxes resonates through the another study of the parking problem in every year, and senior citizens on fixed now pay more in property tax dollars to local governments and school boards. our town. This is just what we need, incomes struggle to pay their increased Scotch Plains Township than they do to Though the county seems to work in a another study. Or course this one will be property taxes, the developer of these Union County. At the same time, the vacuum, it does not. It is difficult for the different from the numerous other stud- two projects will not contribute one cent Union County Freeholder Board assisted public to get involved at the county ies of the parking problem, this new one to the school budget. in the development of baseball and soc- level. That is why I would like the elected will be dated 2003 or 2004. I put a 300 square foot addition on my cer fields in Scotch Plains through its officials from the municipalities to do so This seems to be a ongoing situation. house and my school taxes were in- grants. on behalf of their constituents. Instead One hundred years ago Westfield was creased by $500. The largest develop- Mr. Scutari and the Freeholders are of cutting local services, property taxes faced with the problem of not enough ment project in recent Westfield history also responsible for preserving open can be reduced by millions if an effort to hitching posts for all the horses and will pay $0 in school taxes. Mayor space in Scotch Plains and preventing cut waste was directed at the county. wagons in the town. The solution was to McDermott and the council apparently over development, as evidenced by the Joe Renna, Cranford have a study done. think that’s not only fair, but a good idea. recent purchase of 23 acres by Union Independent Candidate Does anyone know how many studies I’d like to know how our other elected County, which will be used as park land. Union Cty. Freeholder of the parking problem have been done officials, the school board members, view Fortunately, the New Jersey Courts and how much money has been spent to these projects. What about our superin- have rejected Mr. Mark’s efforts to have find out there is a parking problem in tendent and school principals? Do they a monopoly on the election, and instead Westfield. Why waste more money on support development that will add 75-95 have recognized that the voters’ right to Erratum another study that will result on nothing new apartments in town, further burden choose is paramount. On Election Day, The author of the Letter to The being done again. our already crowded schools and not November 4th, exercise your right to Editor last week on page 5, entitled Just take one of the old studies off the share any of the financial consequences choose. “Incumbents Should Be Voted Out shelf, dust it off and do nothing. At least of the increased enrollments? Kenneth Lipstein of Office” was Bill Brown of we still save the town some money. Miriam Kulnis Democrat Party Chair Westfield. We regret the oversight. Thomas Lienhard Westfield Scotch Plains Westfield CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 23, 2003 Page 5 Dist. 21 Legislators Tell Panel To Withhold Rail Funding TRENTON — Senator Thomas Kean, munities,” the legislators wrote. Jr., Assemblyman Eric Muñoz, M.D. and Kenilworth, Roselle, Roselle Park, Assemblyman Jon Bramnick this week Springfield and Summit have all ap- asked a Blue Ribbon Transportation Com- proved resolutions opposing reactiva- mission to withhold funding for the pro- tion of the rail line. posed reactivation of the Staten Island The legislators requested that the com- and Rahway Valley rail lines until the mission require the impact studies as a appropriate economic, environmental, and condition for DOT funding. They also traffic impact studies are conducted. requested that the County of Union pro- The legislators submitted their writ- vide notice and public hearing opportu- ten testimony at the commission’s Octo- nities to those municipalities impacted. ber 20 meeting, which was held at the Last week, Senator Kean, Assembly- North Jersey Transportation Planning man Muñoz and Assemblyman Bramnick Authority offices in Newark. The legis- filed paperwork under New Jersey’s new lators told the commission, impaneled Open Public Records Act seeking all by the New Jersey Department of Trans- documentation from the DOT on the portation, that the $7.5 million in fund- issue due to the unresponsiveness of the ing secured from the Department of department. Senator Kean had requested Transportation’s Bridge and Railroad the documents at a meeting with DOT Right of Way Act by the County of officials and “Stop The Train” represen- Horace Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Union does not require any such studies. tatives held September 9 in Trenton. Horace Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times IT’S ALL IN THE GAME...New York Yankee fans packed the Jolley Trolley in “Unfortunately, without hard data, the The Blue Ribbon Commission has SMILES...Supporters of candidate JoAnn Neylan for Westfield Council in the Westfield last Thursday to watch the dramatic game seven of the American municipalities cannot ascertain the po- been charged with examining and mak- Second Ward gathered last Saturday evening at the home of Daniel and Mary League baseball playoffs with the Boston Red Sox. The Yankees eventually tential impact that the (reactivation of ing recommendations on pressing trans- Beth Eiliadias on Harding Street. Pictured above, from the left, are: Mrs. prevailed in 11 innings, late into the night as many supporters watched on. this) freight line will have on the public portation issues facing New Jersey over Neylan, Mrs. Eliades, Mrs. Michele Albano, Mrs. Vicki Kimmins and Mrs. Cara health, safety, and welfare of their com- the next 10 years. Foerst in private conference. Paid Bulletin Fanwood Merchants And Landowners Want To Know! TO THE EDITOR and contrary to his claims, no new docu- that we might possibly be turned out of negotiating table as a bargaining chip. As the owners of certain properties on ments related to the redevelopment have our property under such unfair circum- Someone acting on behalf of Fanwood South Martine Avenue in Fanwood, we (as of October 20) been posted there in stances, but a “good thing” like the Re- who is prepared to agree to treat us and would like to respond briefly to the well over a year. We have also visited development Act doesn’t require the other owners in this way should not offer letters of Councilman Whitaker (Octo- Borough Hall and reviewed various docu- actual consent of the voters, only a pub- only “we’ll do what’s best for the com- ber 9) and Mayor Jung (October 16) ments there, and paid to obtain copies lic “process”. munity,” “nothing’s been decided yet,” published in The Scotch Plains-Fanwood not available on the website. Numerous It is gratifying to see the mayor stand “we’ll be fair”, “we won’t give away the Times concerning the “redevelopment letters seeking information have been up for “free enterprise” and “the right of store,” and similar evasions of the issue. efforts” in the Borough which directly sent regarding the borough’s plans for any property owner” in his letter. The We have also heard the poor excuse that affect each of us. our property, and substantially ignored. only problem is that he is arguing in the Borough’s power of eminent domain When responding to the October 2 So we have been paying attention, but support of the supposed future rights of might be invoked against us “only as a article inThe Times regarding the uncer- we, and just about everyone else in the redeveloper, and the redeveloper last resort” – a suggestion that only tainty of Fanwood landowners and mer- Fanwood, continue to suffer from the only, and NOT for those of present and means that we might have to wait longer chants, Mr. Whitaker takes the opportu- uncertainty reported for a reason for existing owners like us, owners who to be unfairly compelled to give up our nity in his letter — not to reveal what is which Mr. Whitaker himself is, with have been here supporting this borough property, either in negotiations com- actually being planned to relieve this others, the cause: no important details of collectively for 75 years without the pletely compromised by the hovering uncertainty — but instead to scold the the actual redevelopment agreement have advantages of tax breaks and other spe- threat of condemnation or in actual pro- owners and merchants for somehow not yet been disclosed at any such public cial treatment that the redeveloper can ceedings to force us out. paying attention. It appears that he would meeting yet held. We also remain uncer- be expected to be awarded. Mayor Jung, Mr. Whitaker, and other have us spending all of our waking hours tain for the additional reason that many We believe the voters in Fanwood members of the Fanwood Borough Coun- attending every one of the many lengthy matters have been considered and de- should expect that their elected repre- cil: Before the election, stand up and tell public meetings, hearings and discus- cided in many NON-public meetings on sentatives who are likely now consider- us to our faces, whether or not you are sions held, watching all of the television the subject of redevelopment. ing an agreement to wrest private prop- ultimately willing to act to kick us out of coverage of council meetings over the As a councilman over these many erty away from long-standing, law-abid- our well-maintained property by con- years, reading documents posted on the years, a member of the Planning Board, ing, tax-paying owners in the borough demnation and hand it over to this “Re- Internet, conferring with the redevel- and a member of the borough’s six-man against their wills — to turn it over to developer.” And if you are so willing, let oper, reading the local paper (we do) and team negotiating with the redeveloper private developers with no real history the voters in Fanwood know too, so they otherwise pursuing every possible lead — and apparently while he has been so here and no demonstrated interest in can decide in the voting booth on No- as to just what he is up to, hoping to learn deeply engaged in determining the proper Fanwood other than their own profit — vember 4 whether they are prepared to an odd detail here or there. disposition of our property in Fanwood would have by now said so when asked, allow those of you up for re-election to The fact is that we have actually spent — Mr. Whitaker has never chosen to and they have been asked repeatedly. remain in office to do it. far too much time in doing precisely take it upon himself to contact or to We do not believe our property, which Tony Gasparino what Mr. Whitaker says we haven’t done: speak to either of us, to volunteer any represents decades of hard work invested Anton’s Salon, Fanwood • We have attended MANY of the information or to ask us for our thoughts. in this borough, should be traded away Rita Mandel, Scotch Plains public meetings and watched the TV Who has not been paying attention, Mr. from us behind our backs or put on the coverage of many others, but have Whitaker? thereby been unable, as anyone else who Mayor Jung in his recent letter claims has done so will attest, to learn very that the Redevelopment Act has been much as to what is REALLY and FI- applied in Fanwood “exactly as it should NALLY going to be agreed to be done in be.” If that is so, then that law has proven the redevelopment area. itself here in Fanwood to be the engine • One of us had in January 2003 called for official mistreatment and voter eva- and spoken with a representative of the sion that it has been seen to be elsewhere putative redeveloper, Joel Schwartz, but in the state. As the mayor notes, the Mr. Schwartz never called back as he redevelopment area is “more than two- said he would. (We see that Mr. thirds idle,” but is he confining himself Whitaker’s letter quotes Mr. Schwartz to that portion? No, he is not. As owners as being surprised at how few calls he of part of the other one-third which is had received from Fanwood owners “dur- vital, productive and in excellent repair, ing all of the last two years”, but we we have apparently been made pawns in wonder why Mr. Schwartz would have the negotiations with the “designated been expecting such calls over the “last redeveloper” who may be demanding two years” when his purported redevel- our heads. What have we done to de- opment company was supposedly desig- serve this, other than to maintain our nated as Fanwood’s redeveloper only 10 property responsibly and to pay our taxes months ago.) promptly for several decades? Perhaps it • We have visited the Borough’s is that we didn’t pay attention? Given the website many, many times but, as Mr. chance to vote on this, we do not believe Whitaker is apparently himself unaware that the voters in Fanwood would agree TRATTORIA DO YOU HAVE TO GO TO COURT?

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Beginning this Autumn, the Northside Trattoria will play host to some of the finest jazz ensembles in New Jersey.

On the second Wednesday of every month you are cordially invited to join us for a four course dinner followed by an evening of jazz.

The evening will commence with a four-course dinner beginning at 6:30pm. Music will follow from 8:00-10:00pm. Guests will be served an assortment of appetizers, a seasonal salad, a choice of entrees tailor-made for each event, desserts and cappuccino or espresso.

dinner served at 6:30pm music from 8:00 - 10:00pm On November 4, vote James M. Foerst for Town Council RESERVATIONS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED The change we need today. The fresh ideas we need for tomorrow. e-mail: [email protected] Paid for by Foerst for Council • Priscilla Mann, Treasurer • 642 Downer Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 6 Thursday, October 23, 2003 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Mrs. Howell to be Honored On Retirement From WCC WESTFIELD — The Westfield Colored People for a “lifetime of Community Center will honor its community service.” long-time Executive Director, Mrs. Howell fondly reflected last Ernestine Howell, who will retire on week on “the so many wonderful chil- Friday, October 31, af- dren who came to the ter 34 years. center in my early days, She will be feted that who now come back as evening at a retirement grandparents. Maintain- dinner tribute at The ing the level of staffing Westwood in Garwood. and services that we have Doors will open at 8 maintained for so long.” p.m. and tickets are $40. She also noted “the Mrs. Howell served consistent support that with the center from we’ve received as an 1957 to 1969 and again agency from the United from 1981 to the Fund of Westfield, the present. She began as Westfield Foundation assistant director to her Ernestine Howell and the Union County mentor, the late Rever- Division of Planning and end Leroy Scurry, who Community Develop- was then Executive Director. During ment, which shows the level of respect her tenure, she was also program and appreciation for us and all the director and has been Executive Di- services we provide.” rector of the center since 1988. For more information about the She was recently honored by the tribute dinner, please call the Roselle chapter of the National As- Westfield Community Center at (908) MR. AND MRS. CHRISTOPHER JON PUCCI 232-4759. (She is the former Ms. Marisa Cristina Pecore ) sociation for the Advancement of Ms. Marisa Cristina Pecore Gadabout Group Plans Tour Of Duke Estate Next Month MOUNTAINSIDE — The lakes, meadows, ornamental foun- Weds Christopher Jon Pucci Mountainside Seniors Gadabout tains, woodlands, bridges and water- Ms. Marisa Cristina Pecore, the John Pecore. Group will take a trip to the Doris falls. An overview of the Duke fam- daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Victor Pecore Miss Alexis Pecore, Miss Jenna Duke Estate in Hillsborough on Sun- ily history will be provided as well. of Westfield, was married on Satur- Pecore, Miss Christina Pecore and day, November 9. The gardens feature an array of 11 Ms. Marie A. Losavio and John J. Scolavino day, July 19, to Christopher Jon Pucci. Miss Erica Pecore, all nieces of the Participants will depart by bus greenhouses, each with its own He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John bride, were flower girls. from the Echo Plaza in Mountainside theme. English, French, Italian, Pucci of Chatham. The readers were Mrs. Barbara Dorr at 8:30 a.m. and return in the late Japanese, American desert and tropi- The ceremony was held at St. and Russell Kurlak, longtime friends afternoon. The trip will include lunch cal jungle styles are represented. Ms. Marie A. Losavio Patrick’s Church in Chatham, with the of the bride and the bridegroom, re- at the Manor. For information or reservations, Reverend Ronald Amandolare offici- spectively. The park tour will include a scenic please call Loretta at (908) 232- ating. A reception followed at the Mrs. Tomi Pecore and Mrs. Patricia drive through the Duke Estate prop- 1404. Reservations must be made To Wed John J. Scolavino Grand Summit Hotel in Summit. Pecore, sisters-in-law of the bride, erty to view the historic buildings, by Thursday, October 30. Given in marriage by her father, acted as church hostesses. Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Losavio of Apostle Roman Catholic Church in the bride had her sister, Ms. Joanna The bride is a fourth-grade teacher Scotch Plains have announced the en- Scotch Plains, with the reception to Pecore, as her maid of honor. Jason at Evergreen Elementary School in gagement of their daughter, Ms. Marie follow at the Pleasantdale Chateau Pucci, the brother of the bridegroom, Scotch Plains, while the bridegroom Letters to the Editor Amanda Losavio, to John Joseph in West Orange. was best man. is co-owner of Identity Marketing, a Scolavino. He is the son of Mr. and Serving as ushers were Michael publishing company that caters to the Mrs. John Scolavino of Bridgewater. Foncannon and the bride’s brothers, promotional products industry. Club ’43 Thanks Those Who The bride-elect graduated from Basses Welcome Joseph Pecore, Victor Pecore and The couple resides in Chatham. Union Catholic Regional High Helped With Breast Cancer Walk School in Scotch Plains in 1997 and Patrick Joseph Christina and Craig Bass of Westfield When Club ’43, a group of Westfield In fact, a News 12 show, Defying Age, received an Associate of Arts degree women celebrating their 60th birthdays focuses on Club ’43. The show will be in Communications from Union have announced the birth of their fourth Would you like to reduce County College in 2002. child, Patrick Joseph Bass, on Monday, this year, decided to hold a walk 60 times aired this Saturday, October 25, on Chan- around the Mindowaskin bandstand, we nel 62, at 8 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m., She is currently in her senior year August 18, at 10:41 a.m. at St. Barnabas hoped to raise about $5,000 for breast and 6:30 p.m., as well as at several times at Seton Hall University in South Medical Center in Livingston. your credit card debt? cancer research. the following day. Orange and is employed by Victoria’s Patrick weighed 8 pounds and 11 We had fun planning the event and In our quest to mark milestone birth- Secret in Westfield. ounces and measured 20¼ inches in If your answer is YES, a personal budget can help you save more getting support from friends and rela- days, we already are thinking about a The future bridegroom graduated length at birth. money to reduce and eventually eliminate credit card and other types tives. In the end, we raised more than perfect way to celebrate our 70th natal from Hunterdon Central Regional High He joins his brother, Ryan, 5½, $14,000, with donations still coming in days! We will spend the coming decade and his sisters, Cameron, 3½, and of debt. A budget can also improve your allocation of savings to help to the Susan Komen Foundation, in honor getting ready for another unique event! School in 1994 and received an Asso- you stay out of debt. To see how easy it is to implement a personalized of four members who are breast cancer ciate of Science degree in Business Hannah, almost 2. FREE Tina Lesher from Union County College in 2002. Patrick’s maternal grandparents are household budget, call or e-mail me to arrange for a initial survivors. President, Club ’43 We wish to thank Taylor and Love, He currently is a senior at Montclair Thomas and Marie Kenney of Ocean consultation in your home. Westfield Township. Coldwell Banker, The Presbyterian State University in Upper Montclair Church in Westfield, Trader Joe’s, Wil- and is employed by the Timberland His paternal grandparents are Rob Mitchell Sandak liam Paterson University, and BP Castrol Parking Decks Prompt Company in Short Hills. and Irma Bass of Manchester. North America for their assistance, and Resident to Question The couple plans to marry in June Esther Bass of Delray Beach, Fla. Sandak Budgetary Systems acknowledge the close to 300 individual of 2005 at St. Bartholomew the is the baby’s great-grandmother. S B S Personal Budgetary & Financial Planning donors to our cause. Westfield Government B At age 60, our members are truly The parking deck has prompted me to 908.317.9845 [email protected] enjoying life and doing interesting things. Resident Seeks ‘Definition’ Of Council ask a few questions of the Westfield government. Last week’s “Letters to the Editor” Process to Maximize Understanding had one very interesting letter offering I am writing as a 27-year Westfield pare such a document (and to help maxi- an alternative to the building of any resident and past officer of three com- mize common understanding), I’d like decks, let alone residential spaces. The munity organizations, to request that the to suggest the use of a standard “tem- suggestion was to use a shuttle between mayor and town council take two imme- plate.” This planning template is readily “non-used” parking lots that are located diate steps to help minimize disillusion- used within the public and private sec- outside the downtown area and the vi- ment and maximize common understand- tors and is comprised of a few discreet brant downtown. Sounds good to me. ing during redevelopment proceedings. steps, which are performed sequentially. I know for a fact that several years ago I am making this request, after attend- These steps normally include such fac- many alternatives had been brought in ing countless redevelopment meetings tors as project objective(s), planning front of the mayor. Why haven’t any of and realizing that, much like the parent premises, and critical business require- the alternatives been investigated? Why that attempts to assemble a high tech toy ments; they also include a list of various are these decks on the fast track? Why do on Christmas Eve, one generally can’t feasibility tests that are used to study I think this entire building project should always understand the process without financial, legal, social, cultural, and be investigated by an outside source? having a “written set of instructions”. safety areas etc. Lastly, the list of critical Doesn’t it make sense to try ideas that These “instructions” are the equivalent success (or failure) factors (for a project) will not disrupt the very fragile fabric that of fundamental planning tools used in represent the most common last step we call Westfield? The town most of us business to “define and manage” the used in the template. have moved to because we like the way it planning process. The focus of this last step is to provide is. We want our families to live and grow I am not aware that such a critical a “disciplined and unemotional” test to to enjoy the small town qualities. planning document exists or has been measure whether original planning pre- The only reason I can think of for the disseminated to Westfield residents (so mises and business requirements can be council not to explore alternatives is they can follow along). It seems both met after studying the results of the feasi- these different ideas are not what they logical and imperative that this item be bility research. Technical specifications want for Westfield. These ideas might made available to all. Therefore, the etc. are almost always performed after cause the administration to perform their purpose of this letter is to respectfully the above series of tests are completed. functions out in the open. Not in the back request that the mayor and council pre- In summary, the residents of Westfield rooms. pare such a document and disseminate it are passionate about their town. They Richard Dobra to all Westfield residents. express that passion through their tire- Westfield To help the council and mayor pre- less efforts and support of the public and private institutions in the community. They are also clear thinkers and intelli- gent, and know when something or some- Donate Your Car one appears to be unfairly threatening the things that they hold dear. When that happens, town meetings get crowded Westfield / Mountainside Chapter and citizens start demanding answers. 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1838 East Second St., Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 (M T W F 11-5:30pm. TH 11-7, S 10-5 (908) 322-1817 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 23, 2003 Page 7 By Letting Go, We Allow God Westfield Church to Offer To Provide Us With Answers By PASTOR KEVIN BRENNAN How difficult do you think that Series On Grief Recovery Because we live, as they say, in a was? Babies have only one language very litigious society, manufacturers — wailing! Now, how do you keep a WESTFIELD — The First Con- holds a master’s degree in counsel- have put detailed warning labels on baby from crying? Hebrews 11:23 gregational Church, located at 125 ing from Seton Hall University. everything in sight. For example, tells us, “By faith Moses, when he Elmer Street, will sponsor a six- The Grief Recovery workshop fee there was this warning label on the was born, was hidden for three months week Grief Recovery workshop be- is $140 for the entire six sessions. back of a pair of shin pads, the kind by his parents.” ginning November 4. Members of the First Congregational baseball catchers use: “Warning — Faith enables us to do the things The sessions will be held every Church may attend at no charge. All shin pads cannot protect any part of thought impossible, including keep- Tuesday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. They are welcome. the body they do not cover.” ing a newborn hidden for three are open to the public and the church For additional information or to Or there was this one seen on a months! If they were caught hiding is wheelchair accessible. register, please call the church at public toilet: “Warning — recycled Moses, it could have meant their own Carol Burner, a certified grief re- (908) 233-2494 or Ms. Burner at flush water unsafe for drinking.” On death and the death of their other two covery specialist, will present the (732) 562-8565. an electric router there was this warn- children. By the end of three months, program. Ms. Burner, who lost a ing: “Warning — this product is not there were too many close calls, and daughter herself, has provided indi- Anointing of the Sick for use as a dental drill.” Finally, there they had to come up with a plan. vidual and group counseling to cli- was this label found on a novelty rock Can you imagine the conversations ents in both the corporate and private Scheduled at St. Bart’s garden set: “Warning — eating rocks Moses’ parents had? I am sure one sectors for the past eight years. She SCOTCH PLAINS – St. may lead to broken teeth.” phrase kept getting repeated. “What- Bartholomew the Apostle Roman Why do they put these labels on ever we do, we are not putting this baby A BLESSING FOR ROSIE…Ruth Villa’s Jack Russell terrier, Rosie, is blessed St. Bart’s Rosarians Catholic Church, located at 2032 by the Reverend Edward H. Carll, Senior Pastor, during the annual Blessing of things? After all, common sense tells in the Nile.” Well one day, Jochebed the Animals service October 4 at the First United Methodist Church of To Meet November 3 Westfield Avenue in Scotch Plains, you not to eat rocks. The reason these came to Amram and said, “I’ve got it! Westfield. The service took place inside the church vestibule due to rain. After will offer the Sacrament of the labels are there is somebody, some- I have a plan!” “What is it?,” Amram every pet was blessed and given a special certificate, the animals and their SCOTCH PLAINS – St. Anointing of the Sick at a noon Mass where actually used some of these replied. “Let’s put Moses in the Nile!” owners enjoyed snacks and refreshments. Bartholomew’s Rosary Society will this Sunday, October 26, at the products in this manner! I wonder if And Amram just shook his head hold its next meeting on Monday, church. human beings came with a warning and muttered something about trying November 3. The meeting will fol- Access to the church is facilitated label, what might it say? to understand women. Her plan in- First Baptist Announces Party, low the 7:30 p.m. Mass at St. by an elevator located to the right as Well, one of them might be, “Warn- volved putting Moses in the Nile all Bartholomew the Apostle Roman individuals enter the front door. Those ing — a human being who never lets right, but not exactly as Pharaoh in- Book Discussion, Bible Study Catholic Church, 2032 Westfield requiring transportation to and from go will not have the open hands to tended. She gathered a bundle of the Avenue in Scotch Plains. the Mass may make arrangements by receive back.” reeds from the bank of the Nile and WESTFIELD – The First Baptist The group will meet in the church Plans for the Christmas program, calling the Rectory at (908) 322- The book of Exodus tells a power- made a basket large enough to com- Church of Westfield, located at 170 lounge at 10 a.m. for two hours of donations and refreshments will be 5192. ful story about letting go. The Pha- fortably hold a three-month-old baby. Elm Street, has posted the dates for discussion and fellowship. discussed. The meeting is open to all There will be light refreshments raoh who ruled over Egypt at that The word in Hebrew here for bas- several upcoming activities at the Bette Savage will lead the discus- women of the parish and guests are and fellowship in the Narthex at the time feared two things. First, that the ket is the same word used for “ark,” church, two of which will take place sion and Sandra Brown will provide welcome. conclusion of the Mass. Jews who were enslaved in Egypt as in Noah’s ark. She was making a this weekend. refreshments. The group is open to had grown to such large numbers vessel designed for the water. I think This Saturday, October 25, the newcomers, whether or not they have that they might join with an enemy in we can safely assume that there was Women’s Book Club will discuss read the book. Health Fair on Saturday a time of war to fight against them. never a basket weaved as carefully as “Welcome to the World, Baby Girl!” On Sunday, October 26, the church Or, secondly, that the Jewish slaves this one. Once the basket was fin- will host a costume party for youth just might leave the land, throwing ished, she smeared tar all around it. Holy Trinity Reveals from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Attendees are Open to Area Residents Egypt into an economic tailspin. The tar would do two things. First of invited to bring along candy or des- To keep them from growing any all, it would waterproof the basket. ‘Harvest Hoe Down’ sert to share. WESTFIELD – The Westfield offered: Influenza vaccination, dia- more numerous, Pharaoh com- Secondly, it would prevent the baby’s WESTFIELD – The Holy Trinity On Tuesday, October 28, the Rev- Regional Health Department will betes/blood sugar screening, pulmo- manded that every Jewish baby boy human scent from escaping, and Roman Catholic Church in Westfield erend Louis Ruprecht, Minister of host a health fair this Saturday, Octo- nary function testing, body fat analy- was to be killed at birth by throwing thereby keep the crocodiles and other will host a “Harvest Hoe Down” on Adult Education, will begin a Bible ber 25, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at sis, chiropractic screenings, blood them into the Nile. This leads us to wild animals away. Saturday, November 15, from 7:30 study of the Gospel of John. Partici- Roselle Park High School, located at lead testing and blood pressure one Jewish couple in particular. Their When Jochebed placed her baby in to 11 p.m. for those 21 and older. pants will meet in the church lounge 185 West Webster Avenue in Roselle screening. names were Amram and Jochebed. that basket, she was putting her life A professional caller will lead and from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m. The sessions Park. Numerous blood tests will addi- They were among those upon whose in it as well. Instead of running from instruct a variety of dances in the school are open to all, and no prior knowl- The fair will be open to residents tionally be offered that day. They backs the glory of Egypt was built. the thought of the Nile, instead of gymnasium. Light refreshments, in- edge of the Bible is required. of towns served by the department. require pre-registration and a small One day Jochebed came to Amram fearing, Jochebed placed her baby cluding beer and wine, are included in For more information about any of They include Westfield, fee. Registration must be done by and informed him that she was preg- right in it, and in so doing was plac- the $10 per person ticket price. these activities, please call (908) 233- Mountainside, Fanwood, Garwood, noon tomorrow, Friday, October 24. nant. On the day of the delivery, it ing him in the hands of God. She Reservations may be made by send- 2278 or e-mail Roselle Park and Springfield. For more information, please call turned out to be a boy. When Moses’ took him to the brink of death and let ing a check, payable to Holy Trinity [email protected]. The following free services will be (908) 789-4070. mother took one look at him, she him go into the hands of God. Church, to 300 First Street, Westfield knew it was love at first sight. The man sent by God to deliver His 07090. Jochebed decided she had to hide people from their slavery, was him- St. John’s Baptist Slates Moses from everyone. self delivered from death when some- one let go. It’s only when we are Men’s Day, Fall Revival Terrill Road Baptist willing to get things out of our hands, SCOTCH PLAINS – On Sunday, that they can be placed in God’s hands. October 26, St. John’s Baptist Church, Announces Fall Fest When Pharaoh’s daughter went down located at 2387 Morse Avenue in SCOTCH PLAINS – The Terrill to the river to bathe, she discovered Scotch Plains, will hold its Annual Road Baptist Church, located at 1340 the basket and the child inside. Men’s Day Service at 10 a.m. Terrill Road in Scotch Plains, will Miriam, Moses’ sister, offered to The guest speaker will be the Rev- present its annual Fall Fest on Fri- get a woman to nurse the child. erend Lester Taylor from the Com- day, October 31, from 6 to 8 p.m. Jochebed wound up nursing and rais- munity Baptist Church in Englewood. Children of all ages are welcome ing her son in the very palace that From Monday through Wednes- to wear their Halloween costumes threatened to destroy him. It’s amaz- day, October 27 to 29, Reverend and to enjoy crafts, games, snacks ing what can happen when we let go, Lester will conduct the Fall Revival and candy. Participants are asked to and let God do His work. at St. John’s Baptist, which will be- refrain from wearing scary costumes. * * * * * gin each evening at 7:30 p.m. There is no charge to attend. For Reverend Brennan serves as Pas- The public is invited to attend all further information, please call the tor of the Evangel Church, located at services. For more information, church at (908) 322-7151. 1251 Terrill Road in Scotch Plains. please call (908) 232-6972. Christopher Academy - a Montessori school

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Center in Plainfield. tistry in Philadelphia, Dr. Theurer Springfield First Aid Squad Member Born in Elizabeth, she lived in The funeral will be held at 8:15 Born in Jersey City, he had lived in maintained his own dental practice Fanwood for several years. a.m. at today, Thursday, October 23, East Orange before moving to Scotch in Roselle prior to retiring. Charles Joseph Byrnes, 85, of Mr. Byrnes had been a Quality Mrs. Vosseler was employed for from the Corsentino Home for Fu- Plains 50 years ago. He was a former member of the Springfield died on Sunday, October Control Inspector at the General Mo- 20 years as an administrative secre- nerals in Elizabeth. A Mass will be Scotch Plains Township Council, 19, at Overlook Hospital in Summit. tors plant in Linden, retiring in 1983. tary with the Elizabeth school sys- offered at 9:30 a.m. at St. Anthony’s Luigi A. Cacchione, 50 having served as mayor in 1970 and Born and raised in Westfield, he gradu- A long-time member of the Spring- tem Division of Special Services. Roman Catholic Church in Eliza- Luigi A. “Gino” Cacchione, 50, of 1972, and also served on the Scotch ated from Westfield High School in field First Aid Squad, he served in Surviving are her husband, Peter beth. Interment will take place at St. Hawthorne died on Monday, October Plains-Fanwood Board of Education. 1936. He had also lived in Union before various positions, including as dis- Vosseler; three daughters, Noelle Gertrude Cemetery in Colonia. 13, at Valley Hospital in Ridgewood. Dr. Theurer also was a former moving to Springfield 48 years ago. trict delegate to the State First Aid October 23, 2003 Born in Italy, he had been a resident member of the Roselle/Roselle Park Council. Recently, until the time of Freeman Wooten, Jr. of Westfield, Newark and Wayne prior Rotary Club and a member of the DEATH NOTICE his death, he was a member of the Freeman Roosevelt “Plex” Wooten, Margaret H. Unice, 89 to moving to Hawthorne in 1983. Watchung Power and Sail Squadron. “house committee.” Jr., 73, of Scotch Plains died on Sun- Margaret H. Unice, 89, of Fanwood A self-employed stand-up comic, Mr. He was a United States Army vet- Karen Darnbrough, 58 Mr. Byrnes served in the United day, October 19, at Muhlenberg Re- died on Thursday, October 16, at her Cacchione performed comedy shows at eran of World War II. Karen A. Darnbrough, age 58, of States Army during World War II as gional Medical Center in Plainfield. home. the Washington School in Hawthorne. Surviving are his wife of 56 years, Worthington, Ohio died suddenly at a Military Policeman. He spent part Born in Newark, he resided in Born in Elizabeth, she had lived Surviving are his wife, Denyse Vivian Coker Theurer; a daughter, Riverside Hospital in Columbus, of his service time in the South Pa- Scotch Plains for four years. there and later in Clark before mov- Cacchione; a son, Vincent Cacchione Sharon Bright; a son, Albert W. Ohio on Sunday, October 19, 2003. cific and was also one of the guards Mr. Wooten was employed for three ing to Fanwood seven years ago. of Hawthorne; a daughter, Talya Rose Theurer, Jr., and two sisters, Connie Karen was the office manager for of General Douglas MacArthur’s years in the maintenance department She was predeceased by her hus- Cacchione of Hawthorne; his mother, Froggatt and Ruth Wells. D.K. Buck Co. She was preceded in apartment. at Essex County College in Newark. band, John R. Unice, in 1957, and by Ida Cacchione of Newark, and a A memorial service will be held at death by her father, Dr. Max W. Hill, He was a member of St. James Before that, he had been a machine a daughter, Margot Amatelli. brother, Philip Cacchione of Clifton. 1 p.m. on Sunday, October 26, at The and is survived by her family, includ- Roman Catholic Church, Veterans of operator with the Hillside Metal Surviving are two sons, Robert D. The funeral was held on Thursday, Presbyterian Church in Westfield. ing her husband, Arthur Darnbrough, Foreign Wars Post No. 7683, the Company for 30 years. Unice and Richard Unice; a daugh- October 16, from the Scillieri Visitation will take place from 7 to 9 3rd of Worthington; sons Andrew of American Legion and Mended Surviving are a sister, Virginia ter, Susan M. Graff, and seven grand- Hawthorne Memorial Home in p.m. today, Thursday, October 23, at Worthington and Matthew of Balti- Hearts, all in Springfield. Martinez; three grandchildren and children. Hawthorne. A Mass of Christian Burial the Memorial Funeral Home, 155 more, Md.; her mother, Eileen Hill Additionally, he was a poll worker seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held on followed at St. Anthony’s Roman South Avenue in Fanwood. of Westfield; her sister, Rebecca in Springfield and active with the A Mass will be offered at 11 a.m. Monday, October 20, at the Memo- Catholic Church in Hawthorne. In lieu of flowers, memorial dona- (Roger) Leonard of Potomac, Md.; Springfield Senior Citizens, groups today, Thursday, October 23, at the rial Funeral Home, 155 South Av- Memorial contributions may be tions may be made to the American her mother-in-law, Pollyanna 5 and 6. Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman enue in Fanwood. Interment followed made to the Gino Cacchione Schol- Cancer Society, P.O. Box 815, Eliza- Darnbrough of Gallipolis, Ohio, and Surviving are his wife of 49 years, Catholic Church in Scotch Plains. at St. Gertrude Cemetery in Colonia. arship Fund, in care of the Washing- beth 07207 or the American Heart other relatives and friends. Violet Pensa Byrnes, and two sisters, Arrangements are under the direc- Memorial donations may be made ton School PTO, Mohawk Avenue, Association, 2550 US Highway 1, Karen was a graduate of Westfield Ada Louise Byrnes and Patricia E. tion of the Judkins Colonial Home in to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Hawthorne 07506. North Brunswick 08902. High School and Ohio State Univer- Byrnes of Westfield. Plainfield. Box 815, Elizabeth 07207. October 23, 2003 October 23, 2003 sity, College of Home Economics. A religious service will be held at October 23, 2003 October 23, 2003 Rose Losi, 87, Employed as Sales Clerk She also attended the University of 10:30 a.m. today, Thursday, October the Americas in Mexico City. 23, at Bradley, Smith & Smith Fu- Ann C. Pokorny, 80, Beautician, For 31 Years at Westfield Woolworth’s She had been an assistant buyer at neral Home in Springfield. F & R Lazarus and was in charge of October 23, 2003 Crossing Guard in Scotch Plains Rose Losi, 87, of Lakewood died Cranford; a daughter, Judith Jordan merchandising at Recreations Ma- Mary E. Diou, 80 Ann C. Pokorny, 80, of Scotch band, Stanley C. Pokorny, in 1977. on Thursday, October 16, at the Medi- of Hawaii; two sisters, Gloria Cosi of ternity Stores for 15 years. Plains died on Sunday, October 12, Surviving are two daughters, cal Center of Ocean County in Brick. Brick and Elizabeth Capone of Lake- Karen was a very special person who Mary E. Diou, 80, of Irvine, Calif. at Westfield Center-Genesis Victoria A. Armstrong and Arlene J. Born in Plainfield, she had been a wood; a brother, Anthony Capone of enriched the lives of all who knew her. died on Wednesday, July 16, in Cali- ElderCare in Westfield. Burton; five grandchildren and five resident of Westfield prior to moving Brick; five grandchildren and a great- A funeral service will take place at fornia. Born in New York City, she had great-grandchildren. to Lakewood four years ago. granddaughter. 10 a.m. today, Thursday, October 23, A New Jersey native, she had re- been a resident of Queens, N.Y. A funeral service was conducted Mrs. Losi had been employed as a The funeral took place on Mon- at the Rutherford-Corbin Funeral sided in Mountainside before relo- before relocating to Scotch Plains on Friday, October 17, from the Rossi sales clerk with Woolworth’s in day, October 20, from the D’Elia Home, Worthington Chapel, 515 cating to Irvine. in 1978. Funeral Home in Scotch Plains, fol- Westfield for 31 years before retiring. Funeral Home in Lakewood. A Mass High Street, Worthington, Ohio. The Surviving is a brother, Larry Diou. Prior to retiring, Mrs. Pokorny had lowed by a Mass at St. Bartholomew She was predeceased by her hus- followed at the Visitation Roman Reverend Ben Heskett will officiate. A Memorial Mass was held on been a beautician with Michael’s the Apostle Roman Catholic Church band, Leo Losi; three brothers, Ralph, Catholic Church in Brick. Entomb- Contributions may be made to Cen- Saturday, October 18, at the Our Beauty Salon in Scotch Plains and of Scotch Plains. Interment took place Nicholas and Patrick, and two sis- ment took place at Ocean County tral Ohio Diabetes Association, 1580 Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic also was a part-time crossing guard at the Long Island National Cem- ters, Mary and Philomina. Memorial Park in Toms River. King Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43212. Church in Mountainside. October 23, 2003 October 23, 2003 for the Township of Scotch Plains. etery in Farmingdale, Long Island. Surviving are a son, Robert Losi of October 23, 2003 She was predeceased by her hus- October 23, 2003 Chelsea Activities to Spotlight More Community News Westfield Memorial Library Salvation Army and Halloween Girl Scouts to Celebrate To Offer Antique Appraisal FANWOOD – The Chelsea at enue, has announced the dates for WESTFIELD – The Westfield istration is required. Registration may Fanwood, located at 295 South Av- two special programs that will be Memorial Library will host antique be done at the Circulation Desk or by free and open to the public. Camp Hoover’s 50th Year appraisers Jane St. Lifer and Lorraine calling (908) 789-4090. Because of Photographer to Give On Wednesday, October 29, the DeJianne on Saturday, November 8, the popularity of this program, only Chelsea will present “Doughnuts for WESTFIELD – This weekend, Oc- with a tax-deductible donation. Indi- from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. one art object, or antique per family, Talk on N.J. Gardens Doughboys,” recalling Salvation tober 25 and 26, the Girl Scouts of viduals may also purchase a 50th The program will include a discus- may be appraised. FANWOOD – Writer and photog- Army volunteers’ experiences on the Washington Rock Council, Inc. Anniversary compact disk spotlight- sion on antique appraisal and its process Ms. St. Lifer specializes in Ameri- rapher Arline Zatz will narrate a battlefields of France circa 1918. (GSWRC) will mark the 50th anniver- ing campers and activities from the before participants are invited forward can, European, Israeli, Japanese and slide presentation on gardens and The program will be performed by sary of Camp Lou Henry Hoover, which 1950s to the present. to have their antiques appraised. Latin American paintings, prints and arboretums found throughout New actress and storyteller Laurie it owns and operates in Sussex County. To register for the weekend, either Ms. St. Lifer and Ms. DeJianne posters. Ms. DeJianne specializes in Jersey at the Tuesday, October 28 MacDonnell-Gaulke, using volunteers’ Located in Middleville, the facil- for the day or overnight, please call will determine values and issue offi- collectibles, furniture and decora- meeting of the Historical Society of own words from diaries, letters and ity has provided camping experi- GSWRC at (908) 232-3236, exten- cial documents for participants’ col- tive arts. The two speakers are affili- Scotch Plains and Fanwood. interviews, from 7 to 8 p.m. Refresh- ences, nature education and hiking sion no. 1222. A day bus will leave lectibles, decorative arts, fine art ated with numerous professional ap- During the presentation, Ms. Zatz ments and doughnuts will be served. trails for nearly 50,000 girls, adults, from Garwood at 8:30 a.m. and re- (such as painting, prints and sculp- praisal and research organizations. will provide the history of each place, The Chelsea’s Annual Pumpkin families and groups over the years. turn at 8 p.m. ture) and residential contents. For more information, please call plus other significant details. The Painting Party will be held on Thurs- “Hoover Through The Years – Persons who were ever connected The program is free to Westfield (908) 789-4090 or visit the library’s program will be based on her award- day, October 30, at 3:30 p.m. Children 1953-2003” is the theme for the an- to Camp Hoover either as a camper, Library cardholders and advance reg- website at www.wmlnj.org. wining book, “New Jersey’s Great and their parents are invited to deco- niversary celebration. Various work- counselor, trainer, special events or- Gardens and Arboretums.” rate pumpkins, enjoy Halloween treats shops will be offered throughout the ganizer, leader or board member of The meeting is free and open to the and play games. Each child may bring day on Saturday, designed to recall the GSWRC may e-mail Deb Center For Women Posts public. It will begin at 8 p.m. at the home the pumpkin they decorate. Re- favorite Girl Scouting experiences. Hooker, Camp Director at Fanwood train station, located at North freshments will be provided. In a tribute to Madeleine Mesz, a [email protected]. and Martine Avenues. Refreshments Trick-or-treaters are invited to visit volunteer with GSWRC and Camp Calendar of Workshops and fellowship will follow the meeting. for a treat on Halloween, Friday, Oc- Hoover for many years, a path from Tall David Toma to Speak SCOTCH PLAINS – The Center For more information, please write tober 31, between 9 a.m. and 7:30 Timbers will be named “Madeleine’s to eliminate and prevent many com- p.m. A party will take place at 3:15 Way” in her honor, as well as new Sunday at St. Helen’s for Women and Families (CWF) in mon problems. to Historical Society President Rich- Scotch Plains has revealed the dates ard Bousquet, P.O. Box 261, Scotch p.m., with $50 going to the youngster elements to the Hoover Ropes Course. “The Basics of Public Speaking” WESTFIELD – The St. Helen’s for several Personal and Professional Plains 07076 or call (908) 232-1199. with the best Wild West costume. A campfire and singing will be Youth Ministry will host motivational is slated for 7:30 to 9 p.m. on Tues- held in the amphitheatre toward Development workshops that are day, November 18. Susan Kujawski, speaker and former Newark police scheduled for next month. evening on Saturday. There will also detective David Toma on Sunday, a Past President of Toastmasters of be a video, a slide presentation and a “Understanding and Applying Your Westfield, will instruct on the basics October 26, at 7:45 p.m. at St. Helen’s Leadership Style” will take place NICHOLAS A. GIUDITTA, III compact disk presentation spotlight- Roman Catholic Church in Westfield. of speaking well publicly. ing the times, groups and activities at from 7:30 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Finally, “Enjoy Stress-Free Holi- Mr. Toma, an authority on drug and November 4. Facilitator Kimberly ATTORNEYCLEARANCE! AT LAW Camp Hoover. alcohol abuse, having been a drug days” will be presented from 7 to 9 Individuals may take part in any of Rowe will discuss effective leader- p.m. on Wednesday, November 19, user himself. He has been speaking to ship and leadership styles and how to the formal activities or just walk the parents and youngsters on addictions, featuring professional organizer Jamie 476 SOUTH AVENUE E. camp to relive personal memories. develop and benefit from them. Novak. She will discuss how people as well as suicide and eating disor- “Strengthen Yourself and Your Life” CRANFORD, NJ 07016 Attendees are asked to bring non- ders, for more than 50 years. can be more creative and organized in perishable food items as part of the will be offered from 7:30 to 9 p.m. on their holiday preparations. Mr. Toma has written six books Thursday, November 6. Denise Turner 11th National Make A Difference and received numerous awards for All programs will be held at the Day, a nationwide community project will present tools for building a strong CWF, located at 1801 East Second 908. 709. 1999 his work with teenagers. The televi- personal foundation and discuss how that enlists groups, corporations and sion series “Toma” and “Baretta” Street. To register for one or more of the workshops, please call (908) 322- GENERAL PRACTICE INCLUDING: events to help others. were based on his life. In November, Canned products such as tuna and he is scheduled to receive the hu- Temple to Present 6007. For more information about chicken, as well as canned vegetables manitarian award from Columbia Meditation Classes the center, please visit •ESTATE PLANNING •PERSONAL INJURY and fruits, cereal, macaroni and Hospital in Newark. www.centerforwomenandfamilies.org. • • WESTFIELD – Temple Emanu-El, ELDER LAW ZONING cheese, pasta, peanut butter and jelly St. Helen’s Church is located at located at 756 East Broad Street in •WILLS AND TRUSTS •MUNICIPAL COURT are among the suggested items. 1600 Rahway Avenue. 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Concepts & Thought THE STUDENT VIEW The weekly column written by local high school students Lisa Morris First Grade Teacher, WHS Student Favors Using Tamaques Elementary School, Westfield Spanish in American Ads By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN level teams at Tamaques help make By MICHELLE KUPPERSMITH Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times spun together to create the cultural the school district unique in that the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times mosaic that is America. It is nice to Age: 24 teachers work together and share their While I was watching some much see that once in awhile Americans Hometown: Born in Brooklyn, experiences about the students in needed prime time television re- aren’t so absorbed with themselves N.Y., Miss Morris lived in Staten order to focus on the needs of the cently, I was surprised to see a that they can realize that Americans Island her whole life and currently individual child. Parents in the dis- McDonald’s commercial that used come in many guises and with many resides in Woodbridge. trict are especially helpful in main- one word, which I suspected was different accents. Education: After graduating taining a strong relationship between “me encanta” many times. My hunch Some people have adopted the Tottenville High School in Staten the classroom and the household. was confirmed when at the end of the motto of “speak English or get out.” Island, she decided While she is cur- commercial, the printed words ap- I am sure they would not have been to focus her studies rently looking for a peared. so gung-ho about that if they were on elementary edu- parent or resident To me, McDonald’s is like a shin- the ones who couldn’t communi- cation at The Uni- who might help her ing golden beacon of American ide- cate. A great many of our ancestors versity of Delaware, maintain her class- alism, materialism, and consumer- were predecessors to the modern where she received a room website, Miss ism. It probably personifies any other immigrant that works his way up in Bachelor of Science Morris sends a news- “ism” that I forgot to mention. When the world without speaking a word of degree in Education. letter home every an American travels through Europe, English. Through the Friday to the parents, they’re sure to see a McDonald’s Although it is unfortunate that many university’s elemen- updating them on the nearby. immigrants who consider themselves tary education pro- activities and ac- Although New York City held out Americans are subject to the above gram, Miss Morris complishments of against fast food chains for a good outlook, when an international com- was a student teacher each child. In addi- amount of time, Europe and the rest pany like McDonald’s realizes that at the first grade level tion, she lists of the world seems to be smitten with America is not a homogeneous place and later taught spe- websites and re- our delegate of American culture. it is like a breath of fresh air. cial education at the Lisa Morris sources, which McDonald’s decided to recognize Maybe they are merely using lan- fifth grade level. She might be useful to that there are some Americans to which guage as a marketing tool, but when would like to further her education in family members so that the learning “I love it” is said in Spanish, “me a minority group becomes a market- the future. However, she wants to experience can extend to the home. encanta.” Some would argue that this ing force in America that marks the hone her skills in the classroom and Favorite Topic to Teach: While is muddying the river of American point when they have come of age. focus on her students before continu- she loves to teach reading, Miss identity by recognizing that there is Finally, someone realized that the ing her studies. WALK FOR SAFETY…Westfield Mayor Gregory McDermott, right, joined Morris especially enjoys showing her Jefferson Elementary School kindergartener Emma Stierhoff, center, and her more than one aspect of our culture, people we call Americans defy a Previous Experience: Westfield students that there are many ways or teacher, Josie Ho, in a special walk to school. The event was held in recognition but I think that this recognition of the singular definition. Public Schools hired Miss Morris strategies that can be used to solve a of National Walk Our Children to School Day. real America is refreshing. directly after her graduation from mathematics problem. I personally have no problem with the university. She has been a teacher The Future of Education in the influence of foreign cultures in See it all on the Web! at Tamaques Elementary School for America: In general, she believes the United States, for what are we three years. the future of education is on the right WF Mayor Escorts Student, except for a mishmash of cultures, www.goleader.com I Knew I Reached My Students track, but she added that there is When: For first graders, every new always room for improvement. One discovery and learning experience general program might not be suit- Emma Stierhoff, to School CLUB Z! IN-HOME TUTORING OPENS FOR BUSINESS lights up their faces, related Miss able for every child, she said, which WESTFIELD – Parents and chil- Children to School Day. Morris. However, toward the second is why she values the Westfield school dren walked to Jefferson Elementary Parent-Teacher Organization vol- IN WESTFIELD / SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD AREA half of the school year when she district’s emphasis on differentiated School in Westfield on October 8 in unteers and representatives, Sue volunteers her time in the school’s teaching and individualizing the recognition of National Walk Our Sullivan and Maddy LaRusso, from Club Z! now offers a unique option for parents of “Early Morning Reading Club” and needs of each student. Westfield’s BRAKES Group (Bikers, students who are struggling in school- one-on-one tutoring “Early Morning Math Club,” she My Goals as an Educator: Miss College Club to Host Runners and Kids are Entitled to witnesses a special kind of enlight- Morris strives to instill confidence Safety) distributed “I Walked” stick- provided at home by qualified teachers at affordable rates. enment in her students. Through these and self-esteem in every child she College Night at SPFHS ers to over 300 participating students. club activities, students who have a instructs. She wants to see them be- SCOTCH PLAINS – The College Each year, elementary school stu- Club Z! In-Home Tutoring Services, the nation’s fast- harder time grasping the concepts come successful throughout their Club of Fanwood-Scotch Plains will dents in Westfield enter a district- est growing in-home tutoring company, has opened a branch and fundamentals involved in math- academic career because, while she sponsor “College Night” at Scotch wide drawing to walk to school with ematics and reading work with Miss never had a specific teacher who Plains-Fanwood High School on the mayor. This year, Jefferson in the Westfield / Scotch Plains-Fanwood area. Club Z! pro- Morris on better comprehension of motivated her, she knows that the sky Thursday, October 30, at 7:30 p.m. kindergartener Emma Stierhoff was vides high quality, individualized tutoring to students in the the subject matter. Also, during “jour- is the limit for any student with the All juniors and seniors and their selected and walked with Mayor security of their own home, at times convenient to parents. nal time,” she takes time to talk with right educator cheering them on and parents are invited to attend. Repre- Gregory McDermott. the students about their day and the motivating them to achieve their sentatives from over 80 colleges and Meghan Clifford won a separate things that are important to them, goals. universities will be available. drawing at Jefferson School, and According to Raymond Jannelli, owner of the new while encouraging them and build- Home Life: Engaged to Craig For more information, please call walked to her morning classes with Club Z!, “Tutoring is performed in the student’s home in or- ing their self-esteem. Koppelman, the couple will see fire- (908) 889-4942. Principal Jeanette Munoz. der to provide as comfortable and non-competitive setting What I Love About the School works when they wed on the Fourth District: Miss Morris said that grade of July, 2004. as possible. In-home tutoring eliminates the pressure and embarrassment of the classroom setting and allows each SPFHS DECA Students student to focus on the lesson at hand.”

To Hold Canister Drive “Club Z! reaches students more quickly and effec- SCOTCH PLAINS — Scotch such as a Halloween party, a Thanks- tively,” according to Jannelli, “because tutors give students Plains- Scotch Plains Fanwood giving dinner, and a Christmas party the individual attention they need, making each child more High School’s (SPFHS) DECA for the needy families in the area. comfortable, more eager to learn, and more confident.” Tu- chapter will be holding a canister SPFHS DECA works in con- drive on Saturday October 25, and junction with the Interfaith Coun- tors are state certified teachers or degreed professionals, Sunday October 26. cil on the Homeless in several of and instruction follows the same curriculum as being taught DECA member Nicholas Bruno these events. in the student’s classroom. is coordinating the effort. DECA To make a contribution, please members will be standing outside look for DECA members standing Scotch Plain’s and Fanwood’s lo- outside local retail stores during Parents also benefit because of the convenience of cal retailers such as Quick-Chek, the weekend of October 25. Con- in-home tutoring, according to Jannelli. Club Z! tutors have Dunkin’ Donuts, and A&P. tributions will also be accepted at The monies raised from this ef- the main office at SPFHS during flexible schedules and can accommodate working parents. fort is used to fund charitable events normal business hours. Most tutoring is performed after normal business hours, and on weekends. Parents are not pressed for time by having to Halloween lovers of all ages are invited to join provide transportation for their child to and from an outside The Chelsea at Fanwood for their Annual location in order to get their child needed tutoring. Club Z! EVENING PICNIC…Families and teachers from Jefferson Elementary School does not require long-term contracts. Parents can end tu- in Westfield enjoyed an evening of fun activities during their annual Back-to- toring at any time. School Picnic. PUMPKIN PAINTING PARTY Find out more about the Westfield area Club Z! by New Playground Unveiled calling (888) 464-7199, or by visiting the Club Z! website at At Back-to-School Picnic Decorate Pumpkins, Enjoy Treats and Play Games www.clubztutoring.com. WHEN: THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2003 WESTFIELD – The annual Back- 16 years at Jefferson School. 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In fact, a new ten- sionaries for the development of ant will be occupying the Fanwood Cor- Westfield Taxpayers Must Speak Up Fanwood beginning in the fifties. We all ner Store and the grill will be open soon. lived in Fanwood and wanted Fanwood Through my brother Hank, our family Now, Or Pay For What They Get! to be the jewel of Union County. has been proactive in the revitalization of For those residents that have not been Parking Revenue Bond — and if there is Our family has always been in the downtown. Hank served on the Down- following the news about the mayor and any shortfall in revenue, that the council forefront of putting Fanwood first. My town Revitalization Committee and had the town council wanting to “solve the make up the needed monies through the father developed many residential and plans drawn up to construct additional parking problem” all at once, it is time Special Improvement District (S.I.D.), commercial properties in Fanwood. retail space with residential apartments you knew some facts! the businesses in town. I have followed the redevelopment above on South Martine Avenue. If the council builds these two decks After all, it is for private business and process as proposed by the current Mayor Unfortunately, the buildings my fa- through General Obligation (G.O.) Bond their employees, and they stand to and Council, having personally attended ther built in 1950 are sadly in need of funding, the homeowners/taxpayers will “profit” if there is more street parking a meeting in the early stages of the revitalization. My brother and I have end up paying for these decks through for their customers. redevelopment process. As Managing always tried to maintain attractive build- increased property taxes. A G.O. bond is The South Side deck is primarily for Partner of Fanwood Equities, which owns ings; however, the infrastructure cer- backed by the “full faith and taxing commuter parking. With only approxi- the Irma’s Hallmark, The Corner Store, tainly needs revitalization. They are all power” of the issuing government. At mately 10 percent of the residents being and the Double Dipper Café buildings, I safe, but with new construction, steel present, based on the financial models commuters, I don’t feel it is right for the have been fully informed of the pro- studs and modern techniques, their ap- that the council had professionally pre- other 90 percent of the residents to have posed redevelopment plan. pearance will be greatly enhanced. pared, there will be a large shortfall in any part of their property taxes to subsi- Presently, all of our buildings are fully The mayor and council have been FLOOD CONTROL…Fanwood Mayor Louis Jung, left, and Congressman Mike revenue needed to fund these projects. dize something that most of us in our occupied and our tenants are doing well open and above board with regard to the Ferguson are pictured standing on Glenwood Road in Fanwood. This area of If that happens, our property taxes lives will never have the need or be able planned downtown redevelopment. Fanwood has flooding problems during heavy rainstorms. Mayor Jung requested will increase even more than normal to to use. Let’s Have Referendum Fanwood Equities has always been ame- financial assistance from Congressman Ferguson, who in turn was able to secure make up these deficits. Additionally, There is an alternative to building a nable to any project that enhances our a $400,000 federal grant for storm sewer improvements in Fanwood. you will be paying more at the parking multi-million dollar South Side project. On WF Parking Deck properties and the merchants therein. meters too. The meter rates are going to That would be for the town to buy up Given that moving forward with the We have had open dialogue and have Council President Whitaker Responds be increased to $0.75 cents an hour with some of the land to either the left of the parking deck project would forever been fully informed of each and every $0.50 going to help pay for the decks. existing ground parking or to the right up change the dynamics of the town that we step in the process of the revitalization They don’t call it a tax, but it is a tax to Central Avenue. This would yield live in and would come with negative effort by the current administration. To Recent Times Letter to the Editor if that’s where it directed. Their finan- almost the same amount of “additional impacts that seem to be indisputable There has always been open dialogue There’s no question that Rita Mandel Rita Mandel could contribute her prop- cial model is as solid as a slice of “Al- parking spaces as the deck. Also the (increased traffic and congestion, addi- and an opportunity to participate in the has been an exemplary property owner erty to a partnership, and receive a share pine Lace swiss cheese.” There are that parking fee revenues generated from tional strain on infrastructure, etc.), I redevelopment process. There has al- in Fanwood for many years. She has set in the overall project equal to the value many holes in it. just that additional land would pay for find it disturbing that our elected offi- ways been the option to partner with the a standard to which all owners of rental of her contribution. The two decks each are designed to the cost of land bought for less than 20 cials would be opposed to allowing the developer or sell the property to the property should aspire. Or, assuming her property can sup- alleviate two specific problems. First, percent of the deck cost and would paid public to go on record en masse with designated developer. There have al- That’s why her actions with regard to port a second or third story, perhaps she the South Side deck would be built for off in 8 to 10 years. their feelings for, or against this project. ways been straight answers since the Fanwood’s downtown redevelopment are could sell the air rights to the developer, commuter parking and the North Side Also, what has not been discussed is Why not allow the collective voice of process has been open, bipartisan and so hard to understand. while continuing to own and receive the deck is primarily to be used for em- the cost to the taxpayers should children Westfield taxpayers be heard? What are very much public to all interested par- In a letter (Times, October 16), her benefit of her current property. ployee parking. come into the apartments of the “rede- the drawbacks? As a resident who is ties. I live in Lancaster, Pennsylvania son-in-law portrays her as the poor, hap- Or, if she can afford to build a second The South Side deck, if built, will velopment” portion of the projects. At opposed to the plans that are currently and can attest to the fact that the mayor less victim of a heartless, insensitive or third story on her building, perhaps she yield approximately 490 additional present, 95 percent of the revenue gener- being discussed, it seems to me that the and council have been exemplary in borough. Nothing could be further from could negotiate a deal to have the devel- spaces for a cost of $36 million to $40 ated is designed to fund the decks. But if only drawback is that actually quantify- communicating with landlords and mer- the truth. oper handle the many problems of design million. That equals close to $80,000 per children come, the council said that they ing the public’s displeasure with this chants involved in the revitalization pro- For two years, Fanwood considered and construction. She pays the bills, keeps additional space over the 30 years life of will make a separate payment to the initiative would put undue pressure on cess. At no time has the current admin- what to do about its downtown block. the property and gets the benefit of a any bond. schools to compensate them. And where our elected officials in moving forward istration ever treated Fanwood Equities She knew, or should have known, what larger building with a larger income. The North Side deck would cost be- do you think the council is going to get with this project despite the wishes of unfairly, and I am fully supportive of the was being discussed: There were 22 pub- Or she could sell the property, and do tween $18 million to $20 million with that money from? You guessed it — our their constituents. administration and what they are at- lic meetings. She received notice of these a tax-free exchange into another piece of the cost per space being just a little property taxes! A non-binding, public referendum tempting to do for the good of all meetings. They were reported in this news- property that requires little or no man- higher. Oh, the other 5 percent goes to the would formally record the desires of Fanwoodians. paper, and many were televised repeat- agement. Perhaps she could even in- I say ‘additional spaces’ because we county. Westfield’s taxpayers and would give I am proud to be a part of the redevel- edly on TV-35, so she (and her son-in- crease her income. already have existing spaces, but you Remember too, that these monster our elected officials invaluable informa- opment of downtown. I encourage every- law) could have watched them from the There are many ways Mrs. Mandel’s have to build the existing spaces over decks will change the appearance and tion that would hopefully ensure that one who reads this to vote for the current comfort of their Scotch Plains residences. legitimate needs and desires can be met. again. ambiance of “Colonial Westfield” for- they act in accordance with the wishes of administration to continue the revitaliza- Not once during all those meetings Rita Mandel is not an unsophisticated The North Side deck is for employee ever. the people they represent. tion process started four years ago for the did she seek to exclude her property woman. With her husband she built a parking, and it is estimated that between As homeowners and taxpayers, it is I urge the mayor and the council to put betterment of all landlords and merchants from the redevelopment zone. successful business. After selling that, 90 to 95 percent of the employees in time for you to speak up — and speak up this issue to a public vote. and every resident in Fanwood. Nor did she say – until months after a she went into real estate. She under- town are non-residents. That means your now — or for the next 30 years you will Joe Rinaldi David Friedrichs developer was named – that she would stands this stuff. She knows how to tax dollars would be subsidizing both be paying for them. Westfield Lancaster, Pa. like to redevelop her property in a way negotiate. private business and non-residents too. that conformed to the redevelopment Allen Solomon Why she refuses to talk to the devel- It is my feeling that if a North Side Westfield plan and “fit” with the designated oper – as she has repeatedly been urged deck is built that it be done through a developer’s plans. to do – is hard to understand. Fanwood JOIN THE SQUAD!! That was too late. Until the developer does not wish her ill or harm. To the Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad was named, Fanwood’s mayor and coun- contrary, Fanwood’s elected officials Westfielder Is Concerned That Council seeks volunteers cil were the appropriate people with have gone out of their way to provide her to train as EMTs and Dispatchers. whom she should negotiate. However, the opportunity to be part of the rebirth Doesn’t Understand Constituents EMTs: Weekday (9am–1pm & 1–5pm) slots perfect for parents of school age children once the developer was named, it was of Fanwood’s downtown. Having watched the Town Council as to give the good people of Westfield Dispatchers: the developer – not a Borough official or meeting this week on Channel 36, I am a chance to state their choice? 2 hrs/wk (daytime) and some weekend time required employee – with whom Mrs. Mandel Joel Whitaker Childcare reimbursement is available! Fanwood Council President compelled to write you to express my I also want to note that I am concerned needed to negotiate. concern. I feel that some of the council about the financial costs and traffic im- Call the recruiting committee at Since July, she has repeatedly been members don’t understand the desire’s plications of these decks. Simply put, (908) 233-2500 or urged to talk to the developer, and she WF UNICO Essay of the town residents on this issue. the people of Westfield are not looking Stop by to pick up an application has repeatedly refused to do so. This is During the meeting, two council mem- for a fix to a “parking problem” which 335 Watterson St. • Westfield, NJ not someone who is being abused. bers noted that they feel their constitu- becomes a problem in costs (and hence Even now, it’s not too late for her to be Winners Revealed Read More Online: www.westfield.emsnetnj.net WESTFIELD – Westfield UNICO ents are for the deck based upon feed- higher property taxes) and more crowd- a part of Fanwood’s downtown redevel- back that they had received while walk- ing on our local roads. opment. sponsored an essay contest for Westfield High School students on the ing around the neighborhoods and at If either the financial analysis or the Like Mrs. Mandel, I, too, own rental other functions. At least one council traffic study shows negative findings, property, although not in Union County. topic “How Italian Genius Has Shaped the World.” member noted that he/she felt the we simply should not build under the That’s why, as we worked through the perception’s of the attendees at the meet- current design considerations. Harden Sale redevelopment process, I insisted that Approximately 42 essays were sub- mitted to the organization and three ings to discuss this issue (mostly those Pam Wiaczek we be sensitive to the needs and desires against the decks) are not reflective of of property owners. If someone wants to winners were selected. Each winner Westfield received a savings bond. the residents of the town. I would beg to continue to own property in our down- differ on both points as follows. town block, I thought they should be The winners were Dorothy Chou, Plain and Simple, Stop who wrote about former New York While two council members may feel SAVE able to do so. that they have spoken with enough of City Mayor Rudolph Giuliani; Alissa So we urged the downtown developer their constituents, I am not sure that this These Monster Projects to be willing to negotiate with the cur- Eisenberg, who wrote about explorer Marco Polo, and Emma Williams, who is reflective of all four Wards. In fact, in Plain and simple, the people of % rent property owners to explore the po- my ward, I have not seen a council Westfield do not want three grandiose tential of a partnership. Landmark Prop- wrote her essay about Galileo, scien- tist, author and astronomer. member during any such “walk around” parking decks. They have done every- 40 OFF erties, the designated developer, was thing in their power to stop these mon- or other functions. willing to do so. Westfield UNICO has sponsored essay competitions since 1996. I will agree that the attendees at the sters from ruining Westfield’s attractive (List Price) There are many ways this can be done. special meetings and general town coun- small town flavor and from raising their cil meetings seem to have been more taxes to the skies. against the decks than for it. 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And so the parking decks, complete ✺ Residential or Commercial Frankly, while I did intend to attend with unneeded townhouses and unneeded ✺ Professional Color Design these meetings, I was not able to do so. retail spaces, rumble like armored tanks ✺ Deck Staining & Sealing I trust you will find this to be the case for toward an unprecedented disaster for the many other residents of the town, so it town. ✺ 25 Years of Experience A beloved president once wrote in his 100s of would not be appropriate to assume that ✺ Custom Detail Work the relatively large percentage of resi- Gettysburg address: “and that government Satisfied of the people, by the people, and for the Area ✺ Exteriors, Interiors dents who have not attended these meet- Customers ings are in favor or against the decks. We people, shall not perish from the earth.” ✺ General Carpentry simply cannot draw a conclusion either When did the wishes of the people Mackie Furniture way for the broader town population cease to matter? 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 23, 2003 Page 11 Kean Trustees Reelected, Cockren Continues as Chair UNION – On Tuesday, September gether to ensure a positive future for 16, the Kean University Board of Kean, and I am happy to be given the Trustees reelected Robert opportunity to guide our W. Cockren, Esq., of plans to fruition.” Westfield as chair of the Mr. Rodriguez was ap- board. Two additional pointed to the board in trustees were also chosen 1998 and was first named to remain. They are Dr. vice chair in 2001. A Kean Vivian Rodriguez of West alumnus who has earned Orange as vice chair and one Bachelor of Arts de- William Shiebler of Park gree and two Master of City, Utah, as secretary. Arts degrees from the Uni- Mr. Cockren has been a versity, she is currently the member of Kean’s Board Robert Cockren assistant superintendent of of Trustees since 1998 and schools in Perth Amboy. IT’S A ZOO IN HERE…Artist, Performance & Enrichment (APE) performed was first elected chair in 2001. Mr. Shiebler joined the Board of their annual summer program at Roosevelt Intermediate School in Westfield. “I’m very excited to continue as Trustees in 2000 and was first elected Town-wide, students in grades 3 through 5 participated in Wackadoo Zoo, a SPECIAL GRANT…For the fourth consecutive year, Exxon Tiger Mart owner chair and look forward to serving the as secretary in 2001. musical. Karen Yula was the musical director, while Kris Morasso provided Joe Faris has aided Westfield public school children through the company’s University and its students,” Cockren artistic direction. Pictured, left to right, are: Annie Oldakowski, Ms. Yula, grant program. He awarded a $500 grant for the purchase of a digital camera said. “Over the past three years, the Superintendent Choye Francesca Tilocca, Sarah Morasso, Lauren Corcoran, Sarah Chandler, Mathew and supplies for the Photography Club at Edison Intermediate School. The Board has successfully worked to- Chandler, Jessica Kronin, John Kirna, Ms. Morasso and Leonidas Tolias. camera will also be used by the staff of the school newspaper, The Edison Invites Public to Coffee Wildcat, and the yearbook committee. Edison Principal Cheryl O’Brien, right, Class Set For Women SCOTCH PLAINS — Area resi- and Photography Club adviser Carrie Somers accepted the check from Mr. dents are invited to attend a morning Faris and thanked him for his continued support of Westfield public schools. With Breast Cancer coffee with the Scotch Plains- WESTFIELD – A free meditation Fanwood Superintendent of Schools, class for women with breast cancer is Dr. Carol B. Choye. 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The celebration, Fanwood Borough Hall Held at Jefferson School ated while living with cancer. featuring Halloween games, crafts WESTFIELD – The first Jefferson “No matter what hat people wear and treats will take place at the CSH Elementary School Cultural Arts As- on top of their heads, the most im- Garwood Knights to facility at 313 South Avenue in sembly, featuring John Keller and portant pass of that hat is the person Fanwood. Classifieds Buy & Sell his “Citizens of the World” pro- wearing it,” he told the pupils. Host Costume Party The wall demolition will formally On the Internet Far Brook gram, was held on September 29 in Mr. Keller encouraged the stu- announce the initiative and empha- On Saturday, Nov. 1 JOY Westfield. dents to sing, smile and dance in size the importance of expanding the goleader.com OR , THE T F Y GARWOOD – The Garwood U AL Using uplifting songs and a vari- their seats, while conveying the mes- outpatient facility. O S H O ety of colorful costumed hats, Mr. sages of responsibility, fairness, co- Knights of Columbus will be host- S S Y I ing a Halloween costume party on N Keller instructed the children about operation, respect and other charac- E G H the importance of respecting differ- ter qualities possessed by good citi- Saturday, November 1, at 8 p.m. at T ences in other people. zens. their council hall located at 37 South Avenue, Garwood, opposite Pathmark. F L Miller-Cory Museum Plans Day There will be monetary prizes for A O R B O costumes, drink specials and live Jim Hely ROOK SCH Of Halloween Hocus Pocus Activities music provided by the Brother John EISEMAN ELY Brown Band, playing the music of W H WESTFIELD – The Miller-Cory a small school make Halloween crafts to take the 60’s, 70’s, 90’s and today. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN round. ing trouble with it.” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Against the Warriors, Blue Devil The win improved Bender’s indi- The North Jersey, Section 2, Group sophomore Jessica Bender was the vidual record to 13-3. 4 girls tennis title was claimed by the first to complete her match with a Warrior Amanda Graziadel second-seeded Bridgewater-Raritan swift, 6-1, 6-0, conquest of Stacy stopped Blue Devil Danielle High School girls after upsetting top- Gavornik at third singles. After her Coleman, 6-3, 6-0, and freshman seeded Westfield, 3-2, on October match, Bender, the 2002 Union Nikki Reich lost a tough one with 16, in Westfield. On October 14, the County third singles champion, said. Warrior Chissy Principe, 6-3, 6-4. hosting Blue Devil girls edged a “I really wanted it today and I played Second doubles partners Lauren tough Watchung Hills Warrior team, my best. I think the wind was on my Steller and Lane Maloney had a battle 3-2, to advance to the championship side because the other girl was hav- with Warriors Alison Schwartz and Danielle Weiss but won, 7-5, 6-3. One of their opponents, being a lefthander, sometimes can present a different “spin” on situations. “Some- times it is difficult. It kind of worried me during warm ups, but as the match went on, I barely even noticed it,” Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times said Steller. “Her shots were much BREAKING THROUGH THE KNIGHTS’ DEFENSE…Raider halfback Kyle Baker, No. 33, begins to break through the same, so it wasn’t that much of a the Blue Knights’ defense for a gain. Baker rushed for 89 yards on 27 carries but the Raiders fell, 18-9. challenge.” With the team match score tied, 2- 2, Katherine Kielar and Michelle BAKER RUSHES FOR TD; LAFORGE PASSES 99 YARDS Morawski were the last Blue Devils to finish, winning their first doubles match with Warriors Emily Schiller and Nina Sutjiawan, 6-4, 6-2, to ad- Blue Knight Gridmen Quiet vance their team to the section finals against Bridgewater-Raritan. “Michelle and I played very well David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times today,” said Kielar. “We had a lot of Raider ‘Wild Dogs’, 18-9 ANOTHER FINE RETURN…Blue Devil Lauren Steller makes a fine return in decent ground strokes as well as the her second doubles match with Watchung Hills. CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 By FRED LECOMTE lone touchdown in the opening quar- but we fumbled down there and we Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ter. Quarterback Dan LaForge com- can’t do that against a too good of a BREZNITSKY SCORES, MEREDITH GETS 9TH SHUTOUT In a showdown by two outstanding pleted eight of 16 passes for 99 yards football team. Simply said, it didn’t and powerful football teams in the and two interceptions and the Wild go our way today but there is no hunt to secure a spot in the NJSIAA Dog defense limited the Blue Knights panic. One of the things that we do playoffs, the Irvington High School to 14 yards rushing although quarter- have control of is to play hard and Soccer Raiders Barely Breeze football team chased and dazed pre- back Demar Drummond completed they did. We have a great group of viously unbeaten Scotch Plains- 10 of 23 passes for 183 yards. kids. This one’s over; we’ll learn Fanwood, 18-9, in Scotch Plains on “They are a well-coached team from our mistakes and get back to October 17. The Blue Knights burned and have some good athletes on both work. It’s only a game and we have to Past Cranford Cougars, 1-0 the Raiders with a score early in the sides of the ball who can make plays,” keep it in perspective. We still have game and buried them with another said Raider Head Coach Steve the rest of the season. You can loose with 1:32 remaining in the game. Ciccotelli. “We can’t be down a one game and still win it all, so we’ll By DAVID B. CORBIN stationed in the center of the field the post into the goal. I don’t panic in Raider halfback Kyle Baker touchdown three minutes into a game, handle that, I’m sure.” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times about 40 yards from the Cougar goal, front of the goal, once in a while I do, chewed up the Blue Knight turf for which we’ve done every game. We The Blue Knights’ disciplined and Gusty winds proved to play a passed into Breznitsky, also in the CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 89 yards on 27 carries and scored the gave up one offensive touchdown, well-balanced team managed to hit double role in the Scotch Plains- center about 20 yards from the goal. pay dirt on their first possession when Fanwood High School boys soccer Breznitsky patiently outmaneuvered PURDY, TRIMBLE CONNECT FOR ONE GOAL EACH Ahmad McClain powered a 61-yard team’s, 1-0, victory over Cranford in a defender, dribbled forward and slid punt return for a touchdown with Scotch Plains on October 15. De- a shot, from eight yards out, past 9:33 remaining in the first quarter. spite the effect of the wind, the real Woglom and inside the near post. The Raiders answered. LaForge victory came as a result of a finely “Terrence had the ball. I made a Field Hockey Cougars Snarl hit Josh Liss for a 24-yard gain. Next, executed skill play involving junior run through and Terrence played a LaForge hooked up with Charlie Terrence Charles and senior Ryan great ball through. I toe-poked it off Bachi for a 29-yard gain to the 12. Baker rushed three times to the two where he bashed forward for the TD Past Blue Devil Girls, 3-2 with 57 seconds remaining in the first quarter. Mike Baumwell con- By FRED LECOMTE in the first half and we needed to play game in that scoreless second half verted the kick, giving Scotch Plains Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times a bit more aggressive. I believe we game. We were aggressive to the a 7-6 advantage. Although a wave of Blue Devils played a totally different and solid CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 accomplished their purpose by at- tacking the Cougar cage and netting a goal by sophomore Lauren Purdy early in the game, two vicious strikes and another just before the whistle by the Cranford High School girls field hockey team in an exciting first half proved to be the difference. The 5-6-1 visiting Cougars held off enough of a barrage to edge Westfield, 3-2, in Westfield on October 15. Confusion in center and a break- down by the front line unit told the tale. “We did not play our best game today and certainly not up to our ANNUAL SCARY potential,” said senior right mid Ashley Yarusi. “We made a few mis- HAY RIDES! David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times takes and it cost us. 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PUBLICATION Field Hockey Cougars Snarl Past Blue Devil Girls, 3-2 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 ball, eliminated mental lapses and make the Blue Devils uncomfortable played up to our capabilities.” with midfield pressure and were able Early in the game, Westfield went to work their frontal attack at will. on the offensive, pressuring the Cou- Lauren Phillips who had worked her- gar goalie with several scrambles self free inside the circle on a feed by around the net when junior right Gilliam Berkowitz off a corner, turned inner Lorena Zambrelli shuffled a and whizzed the ball into the far right pass to the stick of sophomore left side of the net to give Cranford a 2- winger Purdy who pivoted from about 1 lead. seven-yards out and flicked the ball The Cougars maintained their ag- into the left side of the net to give the gressive nature and roared for their Blue Devils a 1-0 lead with 28:34 third goal when Phillips scorched the remaining. Blue Devil net off an assist by Hamp- ton. Fred K. Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times Blue Devil goalie Jen Frost, who BLOCKING A COUGAR…Blue Devil tri-captain Meridith Rucinsky, No. 3, finished with eight saves, made sev- With just 3:47 remaining on the eral brilliant stops. Unfortunately for clock, Yarusi broke to the center of scrambles to halt any Cougar advance while teammate Tara Steiner, No.9. Fred K. Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times advances to assist. Westfield dropped a 3-2 decision on October 15. the Blue Devils, Cougar Rose Schmitt the circle and flicked a pass to junior MANUEVERING PAST A SPARTAN…Viking standout forward Mike Seamon, broke loose on a corner, and flicked left mid Liz Trimble who connected No. 8, works his way past a Spartan defender. Seamon scored and assisted Matt the ball to Gillian Berkowitz in the from 10-yards out into the right cor- Pourier for the game winner in O.T. circle. Berkowitz ripped the ball past ner of the net to finalize the scoring. Blue Devil Tennis Girls Skin a helpless keeper at 26:49, tying the In the scoreless second half, sev- game at one. eral Blue Devil breakaways yielded SEAMON HITS, POIRIER NETS WINNER “We did not communicate well no goals; however, if there were goals Warriors, Slip Under BrH2O defensively,” explained Frost. “Our given for time of possession, the CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 marks were lost, particularly in the margin would have been wider be- circle and the front line broke down cause the lady Blue Devils constantly Viking Soccer Boys Trip other team. I think we did a little bit stopped at first singles, 6-2, 6-3, by at times causing a chain reaction of kept pressuring. better at net and we continued our Stephanie Iannello, Reich was defeated confusion.” “In the second half, I believe the play that way.” in three sets, 3-6, 6-4, 6-1, at second A host of Cougars continued to girls played strong and more aggres- The warm up session prior to the singles by Pat Prezstasz and Steller and sive,” said Frost. “The transition be- Spartans, 2-1, in O.T. match sometimes can give a player a Maloney fell, 6-3, 6-3, to Jen Yuen and Raider Gymnasts Top came better, the passes were more By FRED LECOMTE side of the net at 4:25 to give the fair assessment of her opponent’s Krissy Lime at second doubles. accurate and we were finding the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times The loss to Bridgewater-Raritan Wayne Hills Girls open spaces, which in turn offered us Vikings a 1-0 lead. strengths and weaknesses. “I try to A very young Union Catholic High Coach DeOlivera discussing the look for that. We usually talk about dropped the Blue Devils’ record to The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High better scoring opportunities.” 13-4. School gymnastics team topped School boys soccer team was en- first half said, “Put the ball on the that right before we start to play,” Cranford 3 0 3 tangled in a 1-1 deadlock with ground, keeping it in the air does not confirmed Morawski. Wayne Hills, 99.85-93.85, on Octo- Westfield 2 0 2 Westfield 3, Watchung Hills 2 ber 15. Raider Katie Zaleski placed Immaculata High School with 9:07 work. You made just a couple of good Another factor in doubles play is First singles: Graziadel (WH) d. Coleman Devil Gymnasts Halt remaining in the second overtime. passes. Forwards take advantage of each player’s comfort zone. “Usu- Second singles: Principe (WH) d. Reich second in the all-around with a score Third singles: Bender (W) d. Gavomik of 34.3 and tied for first with team- That was until sophomore forward the situations. Don’t lag behind! We ally, we like for me to be in the back Piscataway Girls Mike Seamon came dashing need to hold the ball, use your speed and her (Kielar) to be in the front. First doubles: Kielar and Morawski (W) mate Jackie DeJohn on the balance d. Schiller and Sutjiawan beam with a score of 8.75. The Westfield High School gym- downfield, passed the ball to senior and don’t slow down.” She’s better at net. She’s more com- Second doubles: Steller and Maloney nastic team halted Piscataway, forward Matt Poirier, who then drilled In the second half, the Vikings fortable at net,” explained Morawski. (W) d. Schwartz and Weiss Vault: 1. Helaina Klein (WH) 8.65 103.15-95.75, in Westfield on Octo- a shot from 15-yards out that lodged entered starting sophomore goalie In the showdown for the crown with Bridgewater-Raritan 3, Westfield 2 ber 13. Blue Devil Kathryn Brucia into the left corner of the net to give Chris Varga who deflected 10 vi- Bridgewater-Raritan, Bender won her 2. Zaleski (S) 8.35 First singles: Iannello (B) d. Coleman 3. Jenny Ortiz (WH) 8.25 finished second in the all-around with the Vikings a 2-1 win in Scotch Plains cious Spartan blasts. Despite excel- third singles match, 6-4, 7-6 (7-1), Second singles: Prezstasz (B) d. Reich a total of 33.05, took top honors on on October 14. lent defensive efforts by Brian over Jessica Wu and Kielar and Third singles: Bender (W) d. Wu Uneven Bars: First doubles: Kielar and Morawski (W) 1. Jenny Ortiz (WH) 8.75 the balance beam with an 8.7 and “It was an excellent soccer game. Osbahr, Dayne Gorezyca, Brian Morawski won their first doubles match d. Chang and Richardson 2. Zaleski (S) 8.7 placed second on the uneven bars at You saw a pure soccer game today,” DeOliveira, Adam Dibona and over Tiffany Chang and Jaime Second doubles: Yuen and Lime (B) d. 3. Tayler Montagna (S) 8.25 8.45. said Viking Head coach Joe Ricardo Vagueiro, Spartan Shannon Richardson, 6-3, 6-2. Coleman was Steller and Maloney Balance Beam: Blue Devil Stacy Osborn placed DeOliveira. “It was gentlemen soc- Lee got enough foot on the ball from 1. Zaleski (S) and DeJohn (S) 8.75 first on the unevens with a score of cer, no rough or dirty stuff. This close range to rip the ball into the PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 2. Jenny Ortiz (WH) 8.5 3. Jackie Tumolo (S) 7.8 8.7, tied for first with teammate Claire game could of gone either way. There right corner of the net with just min- BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Floor Exercise: Macdonald on the floor exercises were moments when they controlled utes remaining in the game. NOTICE OF SALE OF PROPERTY FOR NONPAYMENT OF TAXES, 1. Jenny Ortiz (WH) 9.2 with a score of 9.05 and took second the game, but we maintained our The Vikings came together in the ASSESSMENTS AND/OR OTHER MUNICIPAL LIENS 2. Helaina Klein (WH) 9.05 on the beam at 8.65. Macdonald also composure. The main objective for first overtime period, controlling the 3. Tayler Montagna (S) 8.65 Public notice is hereby given that I, Colleen M. Huehn, Collector of Taxes of the Borough took second on the vault at 8.6 fol- us was to keep the ball on the ground, field with crisp passes by Danny of Fanwood, County of Union will sell at public auction on MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17th, All Around: lowed by teammates Jessica Sussman bringing it from the back, not in the Rodrigues, Rai Silveira and Brian 2003 in the Mayor and Council chambers at the Borough Municipal Building, 75 North 1. Jenny Ortiz (WH) 34.7 and Jenna Skolar at 8.45. air, because when you are a very Kratky, mounting five scoring at- Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey at 9:00 o’clock in the morning or at such later time 2 Zaleski (S) 34.3 Blue Devil Liz Falzon took second small team, like we are, you cannot and place to which said sale may then be adjourned, all of the several lots and parcels of land 3. Helaina Klein (WH) 33.25 tacks that failed to hit their target. assessed to the respective persons whose names are set opposite each respective parcel on the floor at 8.45 followed by win one ball. We lost it a couple of Finally, in the second overtime pe- as the owner thereof for the total amount of municipal liens chargeable against said lands PUBLIC NOTICE Amanda Diaz at 8.35. Christina times, but overall, and that’s not tak- riod that sparked plenty of action by respectively, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 54:5-1, et seq. As computed to the 17th day of TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Cordeiro placed third on the beam ing anything away from Immaculata, both teams, Seamon took matters November 2003. with a score of 8.45. we played the better game.” Take further notice that the hereinafter described lands will be sold for the amount of PLANNING BOARD into his own “foot” and made an municipal liens chargeable against each parcel of said land assessed as one parcel, together NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the The 5-5-1 Vikings beat the 4-5-1 excellent lead to Poirier who drilled with interest and costs to the date of sale. Said lands will be sold at the lowest rate of interest Planning Board of the Township of Scotch PUBLIC NOTICE Spartans to the ball in the first half, the winner into the net. bid, not to exceed 18%. Payment for said parcels shall be made prior to the conclusion of Plains will hold a public hearing on MON- BOROUGH OF FANWOOD using short taps to maneuver around “It was constant hustle, a lot of the sale in the form of cash, certified check or money order or other method previously DAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2003, at 8:00 pm in the defenders. Although the Spartan’s heart, stamina and a never give up approved by the Tax Collector or the property will be resold. Properties for which there are Council Chambers, 430 Park Avenue to Notice is hereby given that Ordinance no other purchasers shall be struck off and sold to the Borough of Fanwood at an interest hear the application of Ernest Fantini, t/a No. 03-18-R seven shots were vicious, Viking attitude,” said Poirier. “I thought we rate of 18%. Scotch Meadows, LLC, for Block 16401, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING sophomore backup keeper Chris actually played a rather good game At any time before the sale I will accept payment of the amount due on any property with Lots 2, 3, 4 & 5 and Block 16402, Lot 1.02, CHAPTER 280 OF THE CODE Chaban rose to the occasion and because we kept the ball on the ground interest and costs. Payments must be in the form of cash, certified check or money order. King Street located in the Township of Scotch OF THE BOROUGH OF rejected six of them. a lot, something which we haven’t Industrial properties may be subject to the Spill Compensation and Control Act (N.J.S.A. Plains and Block 402, Lots 17 & 18 located FANWOOD REGARDING 58-10-23.11 et seq.), the Water Pollution Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58-:10A-1 et seq.), and the in the Township of Edison. The application HANDICAPPED PARKING Five Viking shots in the half were a been doing. Passing went rather well Industrial Site Recovery Act (N.J.S.A. 13:1K-6 et seq.). In addition, the municipality is proposes preliminary and final major subdi- was passed and adopted on the second bit more treacherous when a 50-50 ball all around, so we’re pretty happy precluded from issuing a tax sale certificate to any prospective purchaser who is or may be vision into five (5) lots with no variances. and final reading at a meeting of the Mayor headed into the Spartan keepers hands. with this one.” in any way connected to the prior owner or operator of the site. All interested persons may be present and Council of the Borough of Fanwood However, Poirier knocked the ball loose “It was an excellent show by both The lands to be sold are described in accordance with the last tax duplicate as follows: and be heard. The file pertaining to this held on October 14, 2003. 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but everybody does that. I tried to Cougar forward, Meredith and Raider keep composed and get it on goal,” Rob Kuchinski jostling for control explained Breznitsky. just shy of the near post, Meredith Later, Charles again passed to said, “The ball was right in the direc- Breznitsky who, in turn, passed right tion of the sun. It bobbled out of my to Sean Young who booted a shot that hand and Kuchinski sealed off the missed to the left. guy so I could get it.” Raider goalkeeper Bryan Referring to the difference in the Meredith, who finished with four Raiders’ play between the first and saves, was also put to the test, espe- second half, Breznitsky described, David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times cially in the second half where he “We didn’t play particularly well in RUNNING IN A TIGHT PACK…The Blue Devil boys cross-country team keeps made two fine saves, one a spectacu- the first half. We had to come out a tight pack in its race with the Kardinals. lar, leaping, extended one-handed with a little bit something more in Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times save that surely prevented a tie game. the second half. There was an unbe- BEING PULLED OUT OF BOUNDS…Raider Josh Liss, No. 22, gets dragged BLUE DEVIL XC GIRLS WIN, 19-40 Also, late in the second half with lievable difference in playing the out of bounds by a Blue Knight. seven minutes remaining, Cougar Joe balls long and having them run out of McGinley drilled a shot, left to right, bounds in the first half. In the second that wobbled the near post. half, we had to keep the ball on the Devil XC Boys Ground “The wind was horrible, especially ground and we did for the most part. Blue Knight Gridmen Quiet in the second half with the sun in It’s a 1-0 win and we tacked on your eyes. The ball was hard to see,” another victory.” Raider ‘Wild Dogs’, 18-9 Kearny Kardinals, 24-31 expressed Meredith. Cranford 0 0 0 On another test that involved a Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 0 1 1 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 By DAVID B. CORBIN The Blue Devils’ team strength and “Our game plan called to be ready Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the 11 and sprinted untouched 89 depth has definitely been on the im- for their no huddle and quick throw- yards for the touchdown. The Westfield High School boys provement ladder. On September 17, ing,” explained wide receiver Matt “Some things went our way and cross-country team has been acquiring they gave the strong Scotch Plains- Powers. “They came out and threw some things did not,” said senior a pack mentality of its own this season. Fanwood Raiders all they could handle deep a lot. It is difficult to pinpoint defensive tackle Tim Karis. “Every Keeping in a tight group, the Blue Dev- in a 25-30 loss. The Raiders needed to one thing, although our offense had game we gave up a touchdown early, ils filled five of the top-eight spots to win the first three spots to insure vic- difficulty moving the ball. We played and today, it did us in. This team, defeat Kearny, 24-31, on the three-mile tory and barely did with third man good defense however, when we had including guys that were injured course at Tamaques Park in Westfield Josh Zinman crossing the 3-3-mile to make stops, we did, then other played their hardest, but in the end it course at Branch Brook Park in New- on October 14. The Blue Devil girls times we didn’t. We gave up that didn’t turn our way. We had some captured seven of the top-10 spots to ark in 18:35, followed by Blue Devil touchdown early, so we were playing Josh McMahon at 18:36. The Blue really good drives. Our defense when glide by the Kardinal girls, 19-40, to down, 6-0, most of the first half and everyone was in there, really stopped improve their meet record to 8-1. Devils won spots four through eight that really hurt us. Things just didn’t them and we gave them a good hit- Kris Kagan was the first Blue Devil in the meet. go our way today, but we have to boy to cross, finishing second with a Referring to his team’s strong per- ting game.” shake it off and come back from it.” Irvington 6 0 0 12 18 time of 16:42 followed by teammate formance against the Raiders, coach With 10:53 left in the third quarter, Rob Broadbent at 16:47. John Boyd Martin said, “I was happy about our Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 7 0 2 0 9 team’s performance. We were hoping the Blue Knights took possession on at 17:05 and Scott Steinberg at 17:09 their 15-yard line when a fumbled to go 3-4 to have a chance to beat finished 5-6, respectively, and Jay snap on a fourth and two squirted into Hoban crossed eighth at 17:13. Scotch Plains, but it didn’t work out Scotch Hills Women Matt Kamel at 17:29, John Meredith that way.” and out of the end zone for a safety giving the Raiders a 9-6 advantage. Tell Golf Results at 18:16 and Josh Dennerlein at 18:18 After the meet with the Kardinals, Irvington regained the lead, 12-9, A spokeswoman for the Scotch finished 12-13-14, respectively. Brian Martin concluded, “The meet was a Hills Women’s Golf Association of Waters at 18:20, Andrew Cantor at big win for us. Kearny was virtually with 6:22 remaining in the fourth quarter when Drummond tossed a Scotch Plains announced the results 18:23, Kevin Devaney at 18:25 and tied with us at Shore Coaches. I hope of the “Relay Partners” tournament David Ackerman at 18:31 crossed in it bodes well for championship meets.” 19-yard bomb to Todd Dorcelus. held October 14 the 17 through 20 spots. In the girls’ meet, Blue Devil Deenie The Raiders got the break they were hoping for when Drummond First: Nettie Maguire and Mary Ann As the meet neared the home stretch Quinn crossed first with a time of Schuler-31.5 and more blue uniforms were in the 19:25 followed by Annie Onishi at fumbled on the Irvington 15 with Second: Ronnie Buob and Alice leading group than red, Blue Devil 19:39 and Rachel Barrett at 20:08. 2:48 remaining. Wild Dog Ryan Kehler 32 boys cross-country Head Coach Jack Blue Devil Sarah Caprario placed sixth Weber pounced on the ball and vic- Third: Petie Prybyski and Francie Martin commented, “Kearny actually at 21:09, followed by Margaret tory seemed inevitable. The Raiders Gibbons-32.5 NJ Sports Pics (Jim O’Connor) for The Westfield Leader and The Times drove to the seven, when on third and was ahead after the first mile, but our Driscoll at 21:11. Megan Fowler fin- BREAKING UP THE PLAY…Rutgers’ Nate Jones – barely seen in the picture Low putts: Betts Susman 13 guys picked it up to pull ahead. We ished ninth at 21:21 and Irina – of Scotch Plains, breaks up a potential reception by the Pittsburgh receiver on two, the ball sprung loose on a solid Chip in: Jean Petersen, hole 1 knew it was going to be a close race.” Shermetyeva crossed 10th at 21:35. October 18. hit. Devar Dias picked up the ball on

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David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times GETTING A LEG UP…The Blue Devil girls cross-country team jumps to an early lead at the start of the race against Kearny.

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Brett DeFazio had several Johnson and Chris Jacob stopped Summit key tackles while Michael Tarnofsky at the 11-yard line. Later, Spencer Cassidy pulled Summit carriers down behind the forced a Summit fumble and Evan Paulen line of scrimmage. recovered the ball. Summit forced a As Summit challenged to break the Westfield fumble, took over possession tie, Eric Moran recorded a sack and and then scrambled for a touchdown (TD), Jihhad Billups had a backfield tackle but missed the extra point. that stopped Summit from getting a first Next, Johnson had a breakaway 60- down. Westfield’s offense then was put yard sprint for Westfield’s first TD. On to the test to break open Summit’s line. another series, Quarterback, Tony DiIorio Johnson tore through and ran for a 40- hit David Babetski with a 20-yard pass. yard TD. The extra point was good. TURNING ON THE SPEED…Westfield PAL D Blue quarterback Brandon Ruhl, No. 22, turns on the speed against Summit. Westfield tied Summit, 0-0. SCRAMBLING FOR YARDAGE…Westfield PAL A team halfback Michael Phillips, No. 34, scrambles for yardage. Unfortunately, Westfield suffered its Westfield PAL D Ties Summit Gridders, 0-0 first lost against Summit, 19-7. Westfield’s D-Blue PAL football team runs off-tackle. battled to a 0-0 tie against Summit mak- On offense, Westfield sustained three Summit PAL DW Trips Up ing the team’s record 4-1-1. nice drives. Quarterback Brandon Ruhl, Westfield held Summit to only two behind the impressive blocking of Nick first downs behind Mike Giacone who Matthews, had several strong runs. Key Westfield Grid Kids, 24-6 dominated the line of scrimmage with blocks by Eddie McGovern and Connor The visiting Summit D football side and caught Westfield not stay- four sacks. Defensive end Tony Pafumi Slifer also helped keep Westfield’s run- team handed Westfield’s DW team a, ing at home. Linebacker Thomas and cornerback Patrick Bergin prevented ning game alive. 24-6, loss at Gary Kehler Stadium. Ross and defensive back Dillon Summit from running around the out- After a bye week, D-Blue will host side. Outside linebackers Christian Bar- Hanover on Sunday, November 2 at The Blue Devils mustered only one Rolnick made several open field tack- ber and Craig Callahan prevented any 12:00 pm at Tamaques Park. touchdown, and allowed four end les. Defensive players Justin Ricardo, runs to a big Summit squad. Conor Chopey, Austin Slifer, Brian On Westfield’s first drive, quarter- Fritz, Joseph Salmon, JP Gilmartin, back Scott Dyer handed off three Taylor Friss, Michaels Carlino and consecutive times to back Colin Bar- Michael D’Antico also made tack- ber for major yardage. Lineman les. Nicholas Arnold and Nicholas The Blue Devils’ scoring drive be- DELIVERING A TACKLE…Michael Tarnofsky tackles a Summit ball carrier as Calello opened big holes, but gan on their own 35 at the end of the the defense swarms to the ball. Westfield won, 13-6, to continue its unbeaten streak. 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PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF WESTFIELD This is to certify that the within resolution is a true and exact copy of the resolution adopted on October 14, 2003 by the Town Council of the Town of Westfield. Bernard A Heeney Town Clerk RESOLUTION LAWS & RULES COMMITTEE Featuring an expanded kitchen and a living room with a brick fireplace. One OCTOBER 14, 2003 and 3/4 baths. First floor laundry, four bedrooms, screened porch with WHEREAS, the Town of Westfield de- sires to undertake a traffic study in connec- ceramic tile floor, hardwood floors and extra insulation. Recent updates tion with the redevelopment of the municipal include gas furnace, electronic air filter, central air, roof shingles and lot located at South Avenue property and the professionally painted interior and exterior. In Scotch Plains, asking municipal lots located between Prospect Scotch Plains and Elm Streets property in the Town of $299,500. Don’t miss this opportunity, call Pete today! To see color photos of Westfield; and this property go to: www.hogaboom.com/1640922 Built in 2002, this beautiful Colonial home features nine rooms, five bedrooms WHEREAS, the Town of Westfield has determined that the traffic study is needed to and four and one-half baths. The gourmet kitchen is 23x19, step down to a be undertaken to facilitate the planning and Freshly Updated Executive Split potential redevelopment of aforesaid prop- 21x15 family room and enjoy the patio and lovely acre property. erties; and WHEREAS, proposals submitted by Asking $1,150,000. Edwards & Kelcey and HKT Nassau Asso- ciates have been analyzed and found to be acceptable; and WHEREAS, Certificate of the Chief Fi- nancial Officer, certifying to the availability of adequate funds for these contracts, pre- pared in accordance with N.J.A.C. 5:30 1.10 has been furnished to the Town Clerk. Expenditure of funds pursuant to this Con- tract to be charged Special Ordinance 2031; and WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts Law (NJSA 40A:11-1 et seq) authorizes the letting of contracts for professional services without competitive bidding; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that a contract in the amount of $62,448.00 for a traffic study be awarded to Edwards & Kelcey, 299 Madison Avenue, PO Box 1936, Morristown, NJ 07962; and $3,286.75 for Administration and Supervision of the traffic Scotch Plains North Edison study be awarded to HKT Nassau Associ- ates, 14 Vandeventer Avenue, PO Box 1475, Princeton, NJ 08542 totaling $65,735.00; Backs to Ash Brook Golf Course. Large entry foyer & family room. Fireplace Recently renovated, nine room Perfect for the "empty nester"! and in living room, newer kitchen, dining room with sliders to deck and 1.04 acre Expanded Ranch offers living room Immaculate 3 bedroom Townhouse BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that these lot. Refinished hardwood floors, four bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths. Master contracts are awarded without competitive with fireplace, formal dining room, has living room with fireplace, bidding as “Professional Services” under bedroom has an attached dressing room. In Scotch Plains, asking $599,000. the provisions of the Local Public Contracts Call Pete for details and your appointment to see this beauty! To see color eat-in kitchen, five bedrooms and formal dining room, 2.2 baths and a Law, NJSA 40A:11-5(1)(a); and photos of this property go to: www.hogaboom.com/1626561 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the four full baths. One-acre park-like finished basement. Private proper Town Officials be, and they are property. backyard; one car garage; patio and hereby, authorized to take whatever actions are appropriate in the execution and dis- A wonderful value at $649,900. deck. Offered at $449,000. charge of these contracts; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk shall notify the contractors by letter requesting submittal of appropriate Peter Hogaboom Properties Unlimited Performance Bond and Certificate of Insur- Each Office Independently Owned and Operated PRUDENTIAL NEW JERSEY PROPERTIES WEBSITE www.PruNewJersey.com ABR, CRS, GRI ® ance, so as to further execute the contract REALTOR - Broker Associate documents; and Selling Distinctive Homes Since 1986 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a 200 North Avenue, East • Westfield, New Jersey 07090 Westfield Office 215 North Avenue West Telephone 908/232-5664 copy of this resolution shall be published in Office: (908) 233-9292 x5448 • Direct: (908) 518-5448 - the Westfield Leader as a public notice of Cellular: (908) 247-7630 • Fax: (908) 233-9902 the action taken in accordance with NJSA E-Mail: [email protected] Offices Serving Northern and Central New Jersey - An Independently Owned & Operated Member of The Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc. 40A:11-5. 1 T - 10/23/03, The Leader Fee: $58.14 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 23, 2003 Page 17

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WESTFIELD WEEK OF OCTOBER 6 James and Jill Higgins to Laura David and Jessica and Eric Kocaj, 553 Fairmount Avenue, Wildstein to Joshua and Caryn $572,450. Lipchin, 428 Roanoke Road, Shannon Campbell and Fion $680,000. Wood to Landamerica Onestop, Inc., Andrew and Theresa Pilkington 801 Harding Street, $580,000. to Stewart and Jacqueline Lenner, Darryl and Pamela Wornow to 299 Seneca Place, $645,000. Daniel Gigantino, 126 Wells Street, Thomas Butler Jr. and Lisa Gorab $778,000. to Christopher and Wendy Loggia, Patricia Abdalla to Kenneth Rotter 216 Sinclair Place M/A: 357 Henry and Bethany Nadel, 649 Westfield Street, Scotch Plains, $578,000. Avenue, $500,000. Edward and Sherry Boll to Pamela Joseph McElroy to David and Wornow, 267 Canterbury Road, Erica Webber, 808 Knollwood Ter- $1,230,000. race, $727,500. Anthony Sepe and Merlyn Rush Julian and Arlene Burstein to An- to Piotr and Ewa Marczydlo, 603 thony and Carol Archambault, 737 Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times HELLO…Mr. Ted Maki, shown on the right, and his friend Shannon of Osaka, Scotch Plains Avenue, North, Willow Grove Road, $628,000. Japan visited the office of The Leader/Times last Saturday to say hello to their $325,500. Joseph and Valerie Bentivegna to friends in the community. Mr. Maki lived in Westfield with his family for two Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Alan and Jennifer Rabinowitz to Jeffrey and Cheryl Cohen, 5 Azalea years before returning to Japan about one year ago. Similarly, Shannon had SUPPLYING PLENTY OF TEAM SUPPORT…The Scotch Plains-Fanwood David and Jennifer Beke, 857 Trail, $677,500. lived in Scotch Plains. They were on a short business trip to the United States. High School varsity cheerleading squad huddle together for a picture during Shadowlawn Drive, $860,000. Donald and Lauren Gilford to Ri- halftime of the Raider/Irvington football game. The Raider cheerleaders spent the entire game rooting for their home team. 418-424 Central Avenue Partner- chard Leonardis, 1113 Irving Av- ship, LLC to Rukh Westfield Proper- enue, $400,000. ties, LLC, 422 Central Avenue M/A: Michael and Cynthia Gagliardi to OPEN HOUSE C/O Rupen Patel, 28 Ambrose Valley Louis and Rachel Manzo, 290 Sy- See it all on the Web! www.goleader.com Lane, Piscataway, $2,025,000. camore Street, $345,000. (REDUCED TO $709,900) 2022 Arrowwood Dr., Scotch Plains, NJ Sat & Sun Oct. 25-26 / Nov 1-2: Noon-5pm COLDWELL BANKER ® & Weichert E XPERIENCE, TRUST, RELIABILITY S ERVICE Open House Sunday, October 26th 1 to 5 PM

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APARTMENT FOR RENT CHILDCARE HELP 2 bedroom apartment in Cranford Working cpl. with 2 young children Port Authority Executive First floor of 2 family home. 2 CLASSIFIEDS seek live-in/out housework, bedrooms, 1 bath, heat included. childcare. Must be reliable, flexible. Walk to Town and train. Available HOUSE FOR RENT HELP WANTED Early morning, late afternoon/ Receives Leadership Award November 1. $1295 per month. Single Family Home in Fanwood REAL ESTATE, Agents at evening during week, some WESTFIELD – Westfield resident ber of Commerce said, “We are proud Call (908) 233-6451 Nice neighborhood, 4 bedrooms, Burgdorff ERA are breaking all weekend work. (908) 233-7203 Wilfred Chabrier, General Manager to present this award to Mr. Chabrier of the Economic Development APARTMENT FOR RENT 2 baths, fireplace. Walk to Town records. ERA’s #1 Real Estate HOUSE CLEANING for his extensive involvement with, and train. Available November 1. firm has training classes starting Department’s Business and Job Op- and contributions to, Hispanic cham- Weehawken - 3 bedrooms, $2800 monthly. soon. Scholarships available. Polish woman is looking for portunity Unit for the Port Authority, bers of commerce in New York and parking for 2 cars, balcony, W/D, Call (908) 233-6451 Call 1-866-BURGDORFF homes to clean. was named the national recipient of New Jersey. We also recognize the heat & HW included. 1-1/2 months Good experience, references. the Hispanic Leadership and Busi- significant contributions his office has security. No fee. Minutes to Mid- GARAGE SALE WAITRESS NEEDED Own transportation. ness Excellence Award in the His- made to local Hispanic businesses over (201) 436-0651 Town. $1600/mo. Avail. Immed. 537 Cumberland St, Westfield Waitress needed for panic Business Advocate of the Year the past year.” category. Call (201) 864-7024 Saturday 10/25 from 8 AM. Mountainside Restaurant. HOUSEKEEPER AVAILABLE The Port Authority awarded a record No early birds. Please call Mohammad at The U.S. Hispanic Chamber of $314 million in contracts to minority- APARTMENT FOR RENT Extensive selection of furniture, (908) 233-9922 12 yrs. experience, reliable, own Commerce honored Mr. Chabrier on owned, women-owned and small busi- transportation, excellent references. October 4 during its national conven- nesses for construction goods and ser- Westfield - Lovely 5 Rm Townhouse. toys, clothing and antiques from SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Walk to town & NYC transportation. 45 years of home ownership. Laundry and ironing available. tion in Phoenix, Az. vices and architectural and engineer- CAC, W/D, DW, HWF. $1,500/mo. Portuguese woman looking for Call Kathy for a free estimate: Port Authority Chairman Anthony ing services in 2002. These awards plus utilities. Please reply to MOVING SALE housekeeping position. Own car (908) 994-1970 or Coscia said, “Wil has implemented helped create 4,280 jobs, $182 mil- and good references. Call Maria cell phone (908) 868-0371 many programs to ensure the growth lion in wages and $485 million in [email protected] WESTFIELD - 638 Fourth Ave and development of Hispanic busi- or call (908) 322-1238. (between S. Chestnut & North) at (908) 377-5923 regional economic activity. SEEKING NANNY nesses in New York and New Jersey. The agency recently awarded Sat 10/18, 9am-2pm. He also has helped the Port Authority Raebeck Construction Corp. a $21 FOR RENT BG Piano, lawn mower, leaf MATH TUTOR Seeking Nanny for 2 month old twins in our Westfield home. to create opportunities for other mi- million contract – the largest contract WESTFIELD blower, water cooler, furniture, Ivy-level mathmatics degree, nority-owned businesses as well as ever awarded to a minority firm by the toys, clothes, & more. Flexible hours, must be OVERSIZED 2 CAR GARAGE proven results. Calculus, experienced in infant care and women-owned businesses and small Port Authority. IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY, AUTO FOR SALE statistics, trigonometry, math provide references. Non-Smoker companies.” Mr. Chabrier is an active participant SAFE, SECURE LOCATION, SATs. Joe (908) 781-0888. Only. Please call (908) 789 - 8930. Port Authority Executive Director in the Hispanic Chambers of Com- IDEAL FOR STORAGE 92 Toyota 4-Runner, Good Joseph Seymour said, “This award is merce of Morris County, Bergen $250.00/M Condition, Auto, Air, CS, New richly deserved. Under Wil’s leader- County, Essex County and Long Is- Call Lori (973) 397-3541 Trans, New Tires ship, the Port Authority awarded land. He also is involved with the New Asking $5,300 Rachel Dolgin Receives nearly $40 million in contracts to His- Jersey State Hispanic Chamber of CONDO FOR RENT Call (908) 665-2527 panic businesses in New York and Commerce, New York Federation of Cell (908) 507-4964 New Jersey in 2002. His contribu- Hispanic American Chambers of Trinity Gardens Condo Rental YMCA Volunteer Award tions help to improve economic op- 3-4 Rooms, Bedroom, Living Room, HELP WANTED Commerce, the National Hispanic SCOTCH PLAINS – The New Jer- cated to making our community a bet- portunities for Hispanics and all people Business Group and the South Bronx Kitchen & Dining Area. Washer, living in our region.” Dryer & Water incl. Garage Parking. National Financial Services firm sey YMCA State Alliance has presented ter place; she exemplifies YMCA core Board of Trades. He has been General in downtown Westfield seeking local student Rachel Dolgin the “2003 values of caring, honesty, respect and George Hererra, President and CEO Manager of the Port Authority’s Busi- Available Immediately. $1450 a of the United States Hispanic Cham- ness and Job Opportunity unit since month. Call Peter Hogaboom at Re/ part-time administrative Youth Volunteer of the Year of the responsibility.” For more information on the Teen June 2000. Max Properties Unlimited, Broker. assistant. Duties will consist of Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA” operational assistance to a team award. Leaders Club, please contact Mr. Since the mid-1970s, the Port (908) 233-9292 x 5448 Miss Dolgin received the award at Lumpkin at (908) 889-5455. Authority’s Business and Job Oppor- cell (908) 247-7630 of Financial Advisors. Candidate should have a working the alliance’s third annual New Jersey tunity Unit has been assisting minor- knowledge of Microsoft Word, YMCA State Alliance Public Policy ity-owned, women-owned and small ANTIQUE FURNITURE Excel and Outlook. Good Dinner held on October 2, at the Junior Woman’s Club companies in acquiring contracts with Golden oak: armoire, pedestal organizational skills are Sheraton/Woodbridge Place. To Launch Coat Drive the agency. Business and Job Oppor- table, lingerie chest. Wicker: two important. Please fax resume A junior at Scotch Plains-Fanwood tunity staff provide information on High School, Miss Dolgin has been a SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch contracting opportunities, financial Heywood Wakefield chairs, to Dawn (908) 789-7830. Plains Junior Woman’s Club will spon- chaise, couch and matching chair. member of the Fanwood-Scotch Plains and technical assistance, business and YMCA Teen Leader’s Club since 8th sor a coat drive from Monday through labor development programs, semi- Hermann Miller chest, PIANO LESSONS Saturday, November 3 to 8, at two Widdicombe queen size bedroom grade. Her peers in the club have elected nars, workshops and referral services. her president for the last two years. Scotch Plains locations. The Port Authority of New York set. And much more. Call for TEACHING SINCE 1970 Coats may be brought to the Scotch appointment (908) 233-8146. The Teen Leaders Club is a service and New Jersey is self-supporting and (908) 889-4095 organization that helps students ages Plains Public Library, 1927 Bartle Av- receives no tax revenue from either enue, or to the Jewish Community 12 to 18 develop leadership skills, plan Wilfred Chabrier state. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE social events and perform community Center of Central New Jersey, 1391 service. The club meets weekly and Martine Avenue, during regular busi- TOWN OF WESTFIELD participates in service programs such ness hours. Pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 40A:5-7, the following summary of the books and as Katherine’s Closet, an AIDS Walk, Coats in all sizes will be collected Borough of Fanwood Slates accounts of the Town of Westfield for the fiscal year 2002, as made by Suplee, Clooney & Healthy Kids Day, recycling projects and delivered to Harmony House in Company, is hereby published and is on file at the Town Clerk’s Office and may be inspected and food drives, just to name a few. Newark. For more information on the by any interested person. Halloween Parade, Contests Bernard A. Heeney, Jr. According to Trent Lumpkin, Teen coat drive, or the Junior Woman’s Club, Town Clerk and Family Director of the Fanwood- please call Odette at (908) 889-4849. FANWOOD – The annual contestant’s name and address. Con- SUMMARY OR SYNOPSIS OF AUDIT REPORT FOR PUBLICATION Scotch Plains YMCA, “Rachel is dedi- General Federation of Woman’s Clubs. Fanwood Halloween Party will be testants must take them away after the held on Friday, October 31, at contest or they will be disposed of. SUMMARY OR SYNOPSIS OF 2002 AUDIT REPORT PUBLIC NOTICE OF TOWN OF WESTFIELD AS REQUIRED BY N.J.S. 40A:5-7 PUBLIC NOTICE LaGrande Park immediately follow- Doughnuts and cider will be served, BOROUGH OF FANWOOD TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS ing the parade. sponsored by the Fanwood Recre- COMBINED COMPARATIVE BALANCE SHEETS NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF PLANNING BOARD ation Department. ORDINANCE 03-20-R In the event of inclement weather, DECEMBER DECEMBER the celebration will be held the fol- 31, 2002 31, 2001 AND PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at the Planning Board meeting of the Township of lowing evening. Individuals can learn An ordinance was introduced by the Mayor Free Flu Shots on Tap ASSETS Scotch Plains held October 15, 2003, the and Council of the Borough of Fanwood on of postponements via TV-35 or by Board adopted the following Resolutions of Cash and Investments $ 18,772,483.92 $ 14,822,618.79 October 14, 2003. Copies of this ordinance calling (908) 889-2080. Approval: At St. John’s Baptist Taxes, Assessments and can be obtained without cost in the Clerk’s The parade, starting at 6:30 p.m., SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch Liens Receivable 927,000.62 948,793.46 Office, at the Fanwood Borough Hall, 75 Roman Dinizo - Minor subdivision ap- will proceed from the Fanwood Me- Property Acquired for Taxes - North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jer- proval for 1997 Prospect Avenue, Block Plains Health Department has an- Assessed Value 312,720.00 312,720.00 sey between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., 1903, Lot 16, one lot into two lots. morial Library to LaGrande Park. nounced that free flu immuniza- Accounts Receivable 1,821,177.30 2,628,439.34 Monday through Friday. Those wishing to march should report Gentemp, A Partnership - Minor subdi- tions will be available to township Fixed Capital 1,956,443.67 1,956,443.67 The purpose of this ordinance is to vision approval for 347 William Street, to the library, located at North Avenue Fixed Capital - Authorized and Uncompleted 1,700,000.00 1,700,000.00 AMEND CHAPTER 141 OF THE CODE residents on Thursday, October 30, Block 4002, Lot 1, one lot into two lots. Deferred Charges to Future Taxation - OF THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD RE- and Tillotson Road, by 6:15 p.m. from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at St. John’s General Capital Fund 8,231,378.10 7,720,478.10 GARDING GARAGE AND YARD SALES. The file pertaining to this application is in The age groups for costume and Baptist Church, 2387 Morse Av- Fixed Assets 38,925,749.11 38,364,396.37 A public hearing on this ordinance will be the Office of the Planning Board and avail- jack-o-lantern judging will be as fol- enue in Scotch Plains. TOTAL ASSETS $ 72,646,952.72 $ 68,453,889.73 held on November 11, 2003, at 8:00 PM. able for inspection during business hours. lows: Preschool; Kindergarten and The immunizations are being Eleanor McGovern Barbara Horev LIABILITIES, RESERVES AND FUND BALANCES first grade; second grade through third offered to residents age 55 and Borough Clerk Secretary to the Board grade; fourth through fifth grade; sixth Bonds and Notes Payable $ 7,556,000.00 $ 1,040,000.00 1 T - 10/23/03, The Times Fee: $18.87 1 T - 10/23/03, The Times Fee: $18.87 older (proof required) and is avail- Improvement Authorizations 2,463,006.45 4,650,591.77 through 10th grade, and adults. able for people with diabetes, heart, Other Liabilities and Special Funds 13,208,601.04 15,438,113.91 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Prizes will be awarded for pretti- lung or kidney disease. Senior citi- Amortization of Debt for Fixed Capital TOWN OF WESTFIELD est, spookiest, funniest, and most zens are reminded to bring their Acquired or Authorized 2,037,443.67 2,037,443.67 PLANNING BOARD original costumes. Reserve for Certain Assets Receivable 2,130,468.11 2,191,597.57 Medicare number/card with them. Fund Balance 6,325,684.34 4,731,746.44 The Westfield Planning Board will meet on November 3, 2003 in Council Chambers in the All those wishing to enter the jack- Anyone allergic to eggs, chicken, Investment in General Fixed Assets 38,925,749.11 38,364,396.37 Westfield Municipal Building, Westfield, New Jersey at 8:00 p.m. to hear and consider the o-lantern contest must deliver their chicken feathers or chicken dan- following application: TOTAL LIABILITIES, RESERVES entry to LaGrande Park between 4 der should not receive this vaccine AND FUND BALANCE $ 72,646,952.72 $ 68,453,889.73 555 Westfield Avenue, L.P., 555 Westfield Avenue, Block 3003, Lot 39, Applicant and 6 p.m. on the day of the event. without first contacting their phy- seeking preliminary and final site plan approval with variances. Applicant proposes to make Each jack-o-lantern must have the interior alterations and renovations to existing dental office and office previously used by an sician. COMPARATIVE STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS accountant to accommodate existing pediatric dental practice and to construct exterior lift AND CHANGE IN FUND BALANCE - CURRENT FUND to serve special needs patients. Applicant seeks variances from the following: PUBLIC NOTICE YEAR 2002 YEAR 2001 List of Existing Nonconforming Zoning Conditions: TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS See it all on the Web! ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT REVENUE AND OTHER INCOME REALIZED Section 17.02 of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance requires minimum of 35 parking spaces. Proposed are 18 parking spaces. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on www.goleader.com Fund Balance Utilized $ 2,600,000.00 $ 2,400,000.00 NOVEMBER 6, 2003, at 7:30 p.m. in the Miscellaneous - From Other Than Local Section 17.03B4 of the Land Use Ordinance. Parking areas are only permitted in the rear Municipal Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Property Tax Levies 9,933,373.71 9,387,226.75 yard. Existing parking is in the side and rear yards. PUBLIC NOTICE Plains, New Jersey, the Scotch Plains Zon- Collection of Delinquent Taxes and Section 17.03C3 of the Land Use Ordinance. Parking areas and driveways shall be set ing Board of Adjustment will hold a public BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Tax Title Liens 837,909.09 793,865.69 back at least ten (10) feet from any abutting property located in residential zone. Existing rear hearing to consider the following appeal(s): NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF Collection of Current Tax Levy 89,381,226.99 81,472,661.83 yard setback for parking is less than ten (10) feet. ORDINANCE 03-19-R NextMedia Outdoor, Inc. for a Use Vari- TOTAL INCOME $ 102,752,509.79 $ 94,053,754.27 AND PUBLIC HEARING Section 17.03C5 of the Land Use Ordinance. Parking areas shall be setback at least two ance and Waiver of Site Plan Approval to EXPENDITURES (2) feet from the property line. Existing parking has less than a two (2) foot setback. permit the installation of a free-standing An ordinance was introduced by the Mayor advertising sign on the property located at and Council of the Borough of Fanwood on Budget Expenditures $ 24,444,925.89 $ 23,223,403.68 Section 17.05C of the Land Use Ordinance. Access aisle width is required to be thirty- 201 Union Avenue (Block 1902, Lot 1), October 14, 2003. Copies of this ordinance County Taxes 18,346,464.89 16,426,089.79 five (35) feet. Existing aisle width is twelve (12) feet. Scotch Plains, will be continued. can be obtained without cost in the Clerk’s Local School Taxes 55,215,445.00 50,936,310.00 Section 17.07 of the Land Use Ordinance. All parking and loading areas and all driveways Office, at the Fanwood Borough Hall, 75 Special Improvement District Tax 299,726.73 300,213.99 Matthew Sosnowski for an interpreta- shall be curbed with granite block curbing. Existing curbing does not meet this requirement. North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jer- Other Expenditures 695,316.50 553,526.50 tion that the raising of the roof in conjunction sey between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Section 17.08 of the Land Use Ordinance. All spaces within any parking or loading area with the conversion of attic area into living TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 99,001,879.01 $ 91,439,543.96 Monday through Friday. shall be clearly marked and maintained to show the arrangement of spaces within said space pursuant to plans submitted does not The purpose of this ordinance is to Excess in Revenue $ 3,750,630.78 $ 2,614,210.31 parking and loading areas by lines painted on the pavement. All of existing parking is not so constitute the creation of a third story at the AMEND CHAPTER 184 OF THE CODE striped. property located at 214 Katherine Street Fund Balance, January 1 4,194,891.91 3,980,681.60 OF THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD RE- (Block 3804, Lot 4), Scotch Plains. In the Section 17.09 of the Land Use Ordinance. Provision shall be made for adequate drainage GARDING PARKING OF MOTOR VE- $ 7,945,522.69 $ 6,594,891.91 alternative, if the Board determines a third facilities for all parking and loading areas and other paved areas. Existing parking has no HICLES. story is being created, the applicant is re- Less: Utilization as Anticipated Revenue 2,600,000.00 2,400,000.00 on-site drainage facilities. A public hearing on this ordinance will be questing a Variance from the following sec- held on November 11, 2003, at 8:00 PM. Fund Balance, December 31 $ 5,345,522.69 $ 4,194,891.91 Section 17.10 of the Land Use Ordinance. Illumination for parking and loading areas is tion of the Zoning Ordinance: Eleanor McGovern required. Existing illumination does not meet requirements. Section 23-3.4A, Paragraph H, Column Borough Clerk 12 whereby maximum stories permitted is COMPARATIVE STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS Section 17.04 of the Land Use Ordinance. Parking spaces are required to have 1 T - 10/23/03, The Times Fee: $19.89 2-1/2. Proposed: three (3) stories AND CHANGE IN FUND BALANCE dimensions of nine (9) feet by twenty (20) feet. Existing parking spaces do not meet these SWIMMING POOL UTILITY OPERATING FUND dimensional requirements. John Spicer for two (2) Variances to PUBLIC NOTICE permit the construction of front and rear YEAR 2002 YEAR 2001 Section 11.21E10 of the Land Use Ordinance. Maximum coverage by buildings and above TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS porches at the property located at 1629 grade structures without deck shall not exceed twenty (20%) percent or 3600 square feet. REVENUE AND OTHER INCOME REALIZED Ramapo Way (Block 11701, Lot 7), Scotch CITIZENS INPUT FOR REVENUE Proposed is twenty-one (21%) percent and approximately 4000 square feet. Plains, from the following section of the BLOCK GRANT Fund Balance Utilized $ $ 122,000.00 Section 11.21E9 of the Land Use Ordinance. Maximum floor area ratio devoted to Zoning Ordinance: Mayor Martin Marks has announced a Collection of Pool Fees 703,408.54 595,122.30 professional office shall not exceed five-sixths (5/6) of the floor area permitted in Section Section 23-3.4A, Paragraph C, Column public hearing will be held on the HUD Miscellaneous From Other Than Pool Fees 51,646.56 128,694.31 12.04E for residential use. 7 whereby minimum front-yard setback re- Revenue Sharing Block Grant, XXX Year TOTAL INCOME $ 755,055.10 $ 845,816.61 quired is forty (40) feet; proposed front funding on October 29 , 2003 in Room 202, Section 11.21E11 of the Land Use Ordinance. The maximum coverage by improvements porch: approximately thirty-two (32) feet; Municipal Building, 430 Park Ave., Scotch EXPENDITURES shall not exceed forty (40%) percent or 7200 square feet. Proposed is seventy-two (72%) and Plains, New Jersey at 7:30 p.m. and 13,794 square feet. Budget Expenditures: Section 23-3.4A, Paragraph C, Col- We are attempting to set our own priori- Operating $ 505,414.00 $ 567,831.00 Section 11.21H1 of the Land Use Ordinance. Each dwelling unit shall have a minimum umn 10 whereby minimum rear-yard set- ties and want to know how our own citizens Capital Improvements 4,586.00 60,000.00 habitable floor area of 750 square feet. back required is thirty-five (35) feet; pro- feel the county allocation should be spent”, Debt Service 28,392.00 posed screened-in porch: approximately said Mayor Marks. Scotch Plains has ben- List of New C.40:55D-70 c Variances Requested: Deferred Charges and Statutory Expenditures 21,000.00 21,000.00 thirty-three (33) feet. efited from Community Development funds Section 17.02 of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance requires a minimum of thirty-five since 1975 amounting to over $3,750,000. It TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 559,392.00 $ 648,831.00 Marisa Lembo and Gregory Watson (35) spaces. Eighteen (18) spaces are proposed. is expected that approximately $6,000,000. for a Variance to permit the retention of a six- Excess (Deficit) in Revenue $ 195,663.10 $ 196,985.61 will be available to Union County for XXX Section 11.21E10 of the Land Use Ordinance. Maximum coverage by buildings and above foot-high fence at the property located at Year funding. Fund Balance, January 1 310,660.41 235,674.80 grade structures without deck shall not exceed twenty (20%) percent or 3600 square feet. 1132 Tanglewood Lane (Block 11401, The hearing will be chaired by Thomas C. $ 506,323.51 $ 432,660.41 Proposed is twenty-one (21%) percent and approximately 4000 square feet. Lot 1), Scotch Plains, from the following Douress, Robert Johnston, Philip Schick section of the Zoning Ordinance: Less: Utilization as Anticipated Revenue 122,000.00 Section 11.21E9 of the Land Use Ordinance. Maximum floor area ratio devoted to and Joseph Duff, official delegates to the Section 23-2.3o whereby “fences nay be professional office shall not exceed five-sixths (5/6) of the floor area permitted in Section Revenue Sharing Committee. Nineteen Fund Balance, December 31 $ 506,323.51 $ 310,660.41 installed...to a height of nominally four (4) 12.04E for residential use. towns in Union County are involved, and all feet above ground level when located in a projects must have a 2/3 majority of the total RECOMMENDATIONS Section 11.21E11 of the Land Use Ordinance. The maximum coverage by improvements front yard area or beyond a projection of any committee membership approval in order to shall not exceed forty (40%) percent or 7200 square feet. Proposed is seventy-two (72%) front building line of any adjacent improved That the Municipal Court comply with all installment payments of fines/costs administra- become reality. and 13,794 square feet. lots...” Proposed: six (6) feet in height. tive procedures. Application for projects will be available at Variances, waivers or exceptions from certain site plan details or relief from requirements All interested persons may be present Township Hall and include complete in- A Corrective Action Plan, which outlines actions the Town of Westfield will take to correct may be sought as appropriate. and be heard. structions concerning project eligibility. the findings listed above, will be prepared in accordance with federal and state requirements. The file pertaining to this application is in Projects funded throughout the 19 member A copy of it will be placed on file and made available for public inspection in the Office of the Plans and application are on file in the Office of the Town Engineer, 959 North Avenue the Office of the Zoning Board of Adjust- municipalities includes: housing rehabilita- Town Clerk in the Town of Westfield. West, Westfield, New Jersey and may be seen Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ment, 430 Park Avenue, 2nd Floor, Scotch tion, neighborhood preservation, code en- The above summary or synopsis was prepared from the report of audit of the Town of Arthur P. Attenasio, Esquire Plains, and is available for public inspection forcement, senior citizens facilities, child Westfield, County of Union, for the calendar year 2002. This report of audit, submitted by Suplee, Attorney for the Applicant, 555 Westfield Avenue, L.P. during regular office hours. care facilities, and various social service Clooney & Company, Registered Municipal Accountants and Certified Public Accountants, is Buttermore and Attenasio Linda M. Lies programs. on file at the Town Clerk’s office and may be inspected by any interested person. 445 East Broad Street, P.O. Box 2189 Secretary to the TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Bernard A. Heeney Westfield, New Jersey 07091-2189 Zoning Board of Adjustment Barbara Riepe Town Clerk (908) 232-0292 Township of Scotch Plains Township Clerk 1 T – 10/23/03, The Leader Fee: $191.76 1 T - 10/23/03, The Leader Fee: $136.68 1 T - 10/23/03, The Times Fee: $59.16 1 T - 10/23/03, The Times Fee: $33.66 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, October 23, 2003 Page 19 INSIDE: POPCORN GOES TO SCHOOL OF ROCK AND MY TAKE ON IT SP-F Marching Band Places in Competition SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High ArtsArts && EntertainmentEntertainment School (SPFHS) Raiders March- ing Band participated in their first competition on September 21 at JP Stevens High School, earning sec- When a Big Publishing House Stopped Reprinting, ond place for Best Color Guard in Group Four. Since the end of August, the Get Outta band has been working on their Nobisso Started Her Own Award-Winning Empire show, “El Sueno De La Caribe,” which includes the songs “Fuego The House By MARYLOU MORANO vorite titles. Coming in 2004-2005 is a sequel Cubano,” “Siesta,” and Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times By CAROL F. DAVIS Although written and illustrated as entitled “It’s Christmas, Of Course.” “Malaguena.” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times NEW YORK -- Things sure have picture books, Nobisso’s work can best Currently Gingerbread House has The show features soloists Dave changed in the publishing business. Musicians are needed to par- be described as having “crossover” five books in print, including Span- DeMair on baritone, Steve Cooney ticipate in the Westfield Commu- It used to be that the only authors appeal that spans the generations. When ish translations as well as hard and on alto saxophone and Justin who self-published their writing were nity Band’s upcoming season. If it was published in 1989, “Grandpa soft covers. Nobisso’s daughter, Rowinsky on trumpet. Trumpet you can play the tuba, trumpet, the ones who could Loved” was named Maria Nicotra serves as Ginger- majors this year are Flora not get established French horn, bassoon, oboe, key- Parents magazine’s bread House’s art director and de- Alexander and Judy Brown, with board/percussion, or you have houses to publish their “One of the Best Kid’s signer. The two operate Ginger- drum captain Dan Granda, Band work. other musical talents, please call Books of the Year.” The bread House from the master bed- President Alex Clark and color (908) 647-3514 to inquire. Be Not anymore, ac- Parent’s Council se- room suite of Nobisso’s guard captains Carys Davis, Jackie cording to award-win- prepared to perform in the 14th lected “Grandma’s Westhampton Beach, N.Y. home, Tumolo and Alex Fredas. Annual Holiday Concert spon- ning author and pub- Scrapbook,” the com- sult, Nobisso entered school with a but are planning to move to larger The band hosted their own lisher, Josephine sored by the Westfield Recre- panion book to limited vocabulary of thickly Italian quarters later this year. marching band competition on ation Department on Wednesday, Nobisso. “Grandpa Loved,” as a accented English. Her recollections Nobisso’s books may be purchased October 11 at SPFHS. In 1999, despite December 10, at 8 p.m. at Edison distinguished book in of this time are recalled in the charm- online at Intermediate School. Additional hundreds of letters 2000. ing and enjoyable picture book. www.gingerbreadbooks.com. from schools, librar- performances will include the The awards keep Christmas Tree Lighting and scat- ies and families ask- coming. ing Nobisso where tered holiday performances “The Weight Of a throughout the area. they could purchase Mass, A Tale of Faith” her many books, the has won an award in Walnut Hill Music Grant * * * * * author learned that the category of design Other talented individuals may Simon and Schuster and production from be interested in auditioning for was planning to let her Catholic Press Association, and “In Awarded to Mogielnicki Jeff Baron’s drama, Visiting Mr. titles go out of print. Nobisso re- English, Of Course,” has received an WESTFIELD – Celine tional opera singer. Green, which will be performed sponded by refinancing her home, IPPY from the Independent Publish- Mogielnicki, 17, a lifelong Westfield In 2001, Celine captured first by the Westfield Community establishing Gingerbread House Pub- ers Association, was one of four books resident recently received the high- place in the Associated Music Players (WCP). The lead charac- lishing and beginning to republish recommended books by PBS Teach- est scholarship available to female Teachers League Vocal Competi- ter, Mr. Green, is an elderly wid- her books in both hardcover and soft. ers’ Source, and C-SPAN’s Book TV voice students from tion in New York ower and Mr. Ross is the young “When Simon & Schuster put three named the volume one of the best The Walnut Hill City. As a result, corporate-type man who almost titles out of print, we decided to risk books of the year. School, a Boston- she received the runs him down on the street. The publishing them ourselves,” ex- And that’s not all. “In English, Of based boarding Dr. Florence Hong story follows their relationship plained Nobisso, who goes by the Couse,” was recently the recipient of over a period of months. Audi- name “Joi” (pronounced Joey). Learning Magazine 2004 Teachers’ school for gifted arts Wong Award, and YOUNG-STAR…Georgia Gleason, a tions for both of these roles will “Those three were: ‘Grandpa Loved,’ Choice Award, the most important award students. sang a solo perfor- Westfield resident and fifth grader at take place on Monday October ‘Grandma’s Scrapbook,’ and ‘Shh! for educational products in the country. Celine was invited mance at Steinway Washington Elementary School, will 27, and Tuesday, October 28, at 7 The Whale Is Smiling.’” “You can imagine how gratified and to apply to Walnut Hall. portray “Adele” in the New Jersey p.m. in the WCP Theater at 1000 “We found so many new readers that premiere of Jane Eyre at Circle Play- thrilled we are with all the excitement Hill as an opera stu- She has also re- house in Piscataway. North Avenue West, or call the we were quite encouraged, and, in 2002, over our little list,” Nobisso said. dent while attending ceived the Mariana Director at (908) 709-4393 for put out two original titles, ‘The Weight “In English, Of Course,” is a true- Boston University’s Paunova Scholar- further information. Get a head of a Mass, A Tale of Faith’ and ‘In life recounting of Nobisso’s early Tanglewood Institute ship Award, the start by picking up a script at the English, of Course,’” she continued. years in America. The daughter of Young Artists Pro- Little Opera Com- Escape N.Y. Westfield Public Library. Both books made the “American Italian immigrants, Nobisso was born CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 Booksellers Association’s Book in the Bronx, and lived there until gram for the 2003 sea- pany of Westfield * * * * * Sense ’76 List,” including them son. Scholarship, and examination, a darkness that is dis- The Haunted Hay Rides at the she was 10 years old. Italian was the Celine Mogielnicki turbing and, despite the theme of among the booksellers’ 76 most fa- family’s first language, and as a re- While attending the Nelson A. Deserted Village of Feltville/ Tanglewood, she was selected as a Keller Memorial Award, which is escape, very real. It is relevant and Glenside Park offer a glimpse ™ timely and worth our contempla- into the fascinating history of POPCORN soloist, singing in the Favorit Chor bestowed by the Westfield Foun- tion,” said Carol Jones, NJCVA Gal- of “Magnificat” by Heinrich dation for musical achievement. the area. You must purchase tick- lery Coordinator. ets in advance for the one-hour Schutz. This was Celine’s second Celine has studied at The The work chosen “is among the consecutive year as a soloist at Westminster Choir College as a event, which will take place be- Kill Bill: Vol. 1: Gets best out there, easy to read and inter- tween 6 and 9 p.m. on Friday, Tanglewood Institute, where she member of the Conservatory, and October 24, and again on Satur- also sang the Bach Cantata “Nach attended numerous music camps day, October 25. It’s $5 for resi- Away With Murder Dir, Herr, Verlanget Mich” at Seiji there. She also attended The Man- One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent dents of Union County, and $10 Ozawa Hall during the institute’s hattan School of Music Prepara- for non-residents. Participants By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER mission of vendetta, she has arrived at the 2002 season. tory Division during 2002 and must be at least six years old, 2 & ½ popcorns suburban home of Vernita Green/Copper- At age 11, Celine received a 2003. and accompanied by an adult. In case you’re keeping score at home, head (Vivica A. Fox), turncoat number one. scholarship from The Rome Festi- A student of harp, violin, viola Part of the tour is on foot, and it’s proudly proclaimed in the opening credits, Now wed and the mother of a cute little girl, a good idea to have your own Kill Bill: Vol. 1 is Quentin Tarantino’s fourth Copperhead has gone strictly legit, see. And val/American Performance Studios and piano, as well as a member of so she expects Black Mamba to at least defer to perform in the opera, “Hansel the National Honor Society, Celine flashlight. Call (908) 789-3670 film. The autobiographical note is no doubt for information or directions. inserted as a service to posterity. We may her retribution until the moppet is out of and Gretel” in Rome, Italy. While hopes to attend a college conserva- assume that anthropologists in the eons to sight. in Rome, Celine also sang in a tory or university such as The * * * * * come will thank Tarantino for the helpful Think our gal honors that expectation? footnote. Without going into the spoiler details, suf- small children’s chorale for Pope Julliard School, The Curtis Insti- Whether or not your family has However, in the here and now, know that fice it to note that when matters do heat up, John Paul II. Since then, she has tute for the Arts in Philadelphia or roots in Newark, City on Dis- while it recaptures much of the in-your-face the weapon of choice is a butcher knife. aspired to a career as an interna- Yale University. play: A Newark Photographer originality that the filmmaker seemed to Though, a frying pan does make a brief “Drained Swamp” by Seth Kelly. and His Clients, 1890s-1940s, is forsake in Jackie Brown (1997), this latest appearance. It’s quite a scene, but actually a photographic exhibit of interest offering is certainly nothing like Pulp Fic- just a little appetizer when compared to what esting to look at,” according to Jason to all, and is currently at the New tion (1994). In fact, exactly what it’s like is follows. Murison, a freelance curator from Jersey Historical Society. From difficult to discern. It becomes apparent that the writer-direc- New York, curator of the exhibition. the larger photomurals to the One zealous Tarantino adherent excit- tor is a big fan of Japanese movies dealing “Escape From New York: New edly suggests that Kill Bill is a snazzy paean with the code of the Bushido...things Samu- smaller images, the work of Wil- to the martial arts films of the 1970s. I agree. rai, the Yakuza and all that. And so the Works From the Outer Borough” will liam F. Cone is chronicled from But quite frankly, I was unaware that we cutlery gets a bit larger and sharper as matters be on exhibit at the NJCVA’s Palmer his collection of over 9,000 im- needed one. It seems to indicate that in progress, or decline, depending on your Gallery until Friday, November 7. ages. The Society is located at 52 erecting celluloid statues to the illustrious- point of view. The gallery is located at 68 Elm Park Place in Newark, and more ness that has preceded us, we have somehow Once Thurman’s revengeful slaughterer Street in Summit. Gallery hours are information can be obtained by glossed over Averell Harriman, Wally Cox, gets going in earnest, in his customary style daily 12 to 4 p.m. The gallery is calling (973) 596-8500. Of Jonas Salk and the chemise. Upon recent of plot exposition Tarantino again follows wheelchair accessible. course, be sure to see the other accounting, all were still bereft of a major his penchant for flashbacks and fast-for- For more information, please call filmic homage. wards. But alas, and maybe even alack, it exhibits running concurrently. And not to be picayune, but wouldn’t you isn’t with the storytelling finesse he dis- NJCVA at (908) 273-9121. think Madame Curie, honored at the movies played in Pulp Fiction. only once (Greer Garson as “Madame Cu- Aficionados of the ritualistic swordplay rie”—1943), deserves a second shot before that the filmmaker emulates and celebrates we frantically direct our tributes to kung fu at here may gleefully glean some knowing Kathleen Thompson: In The Zone the Bijou? nuance or gratefully acknowledge a wink of CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 Of course when it comes down to box the director’s eye. But for the great un- ing a soapstone sculpture of a sea turtle, on her own artwork. office receipts, a film about the humanitarian washed it is just a highly stylized blood bath. tentatively entitled “Terrapin.” She does When asked what sort of advice she Madame Curie couldn’t hold a candle to Still, there is the case of Thurman’s per- her amazing work right on the beach. would give to aspiring artists, she ad- Tarantino’s latest gambit. For it deals in formance. It’s quite something. Paging Gloria She creates her art using tools such as vised, “Draw, draw and draw some wholesale, production line decapitations and Steinem...you’re thoughts on this, Ms. We hammers, chisels and sandpaper and more! It is the foundation of art. Listen the severing of limbs. Apologies to Ma- need to know. Does the phrase, you’ve come dame. But blood sells. And there is one scene a long way baby, come to haunt us here? does not utilize electrical here, when the camera languishes a bit too Because, quite frankly, one would be hard equipment. long over the sanguine devastation wrought put to name another female in recent When asked if passersby by Uma Thurman as Black Mamba, assassin Moviedom who has so successfully assumed stop to watch her working, personified, that certainly gives those so such a dominant, irredeemably violent lead she responded, “Occasion- inclined their money’s worth. The disin- role. She’s great, if you like that sort of thing. ally. But mostly it is neigh- clined will want their money back. But, is this a good thing? bors and friends who stop Despite his penchant for the maliciously Granted, dastardly ladies have graced the by to see how the stone is unimportant, Tarantino is a sort of Rain Man silver screen ever since the first reels rolled. of film auteurs. That is, he has this great However, save for a few of Bette Davis and progressing.” ability. Mind you, though, that it seems Katherine Hepburn’s firebrands, the power The open air and natural entirely disparate from his rather pedestrian our cinematic sisters have wielded was more WELCOME, BASSOONIST…The Calderone School of Music welcomes Pro- sunlight make for a pleasant proclivities for violence. Unlike the under- often than not attributed to stereotypically fessor Christian Buechler to its staff. A bassoon and contra-bassoonist special- working environment, but belly for which Scorsese has continually feminine wiles and virtues. ist, Mr. Buechler performs with many New York and New Jersey symphony she also said that the beach found a most famous fascination, Tarantino’s The Bride, on the other hand, fully re- orchestras and chamber ensembles in the area and holds a bachelor and masters is “God’s studio.” devotion attempts no moral judgment or sponds to that back alley exhortation: Fight degree from the Eastman School of Music. She has been carving for “Jeans,” watercolor, by Kathleen Thompson intellectualization. He hangs his nightmares like a man! A Japanese man, to be specific. 27 years and to date has up on the public clothesline sans compunc- Courtesy of Hattori Hanzo, the legendary tion, proud as a cat brandishing a freshly sword maker extraordinaire appropriately Having Our Say Encore created 27 sculptures. One of the pieces to your heart, it will talk to you, look killed rat. portrayed by legendary samurai film star Photographer only took several days to complete. around, the world is your canvas, but Yet while bleak, hostile and nihilistically extraordinaire, Sonny Chiba, she equips Set by Theater Project Another required more than 800 hours only if you look and see! Put a blank self-indulgent, there is nonetheless style, herself with the Nipponese answer to CRANFORD – The Theater of work. canvas or piece of paper in front of you, chutzpah and individualistic novelty tied Excalibur before heading out to settle her Greg Cummings Project (TTP) at Union County Col- Several of Thompson’s sculptures buy a hunk of stone and just imagine. into his guilty thrills. scores. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 lege (UCC) will present a repeat have been recipients of prestigious Then, you will see.” To this end he has found the perfect What a sword. No Bic throwaway is this. regarding matters at Borough Hall, production of Having Our Say from awards. Sounds like wisdom from a great actors. And thus far, none has carried out his When Black Mamba finally meets Cotton- The WAA awarded Thompson “Best teacher. As it turns out, Thompson in- ambitions with greater mystique than mouth (Lucy Liu) and her gang of Tokyo he doesn’t really mix business with Thursday, November 6 to Sunday, Thurman. She is the undisputed focal point thugs face to face, the stubs of what were pleasure. November 23. Friday and Saturday in Show” for her sculpture, “Kat’s Cat.” deed has been a teacher. She taught art of Kill Bill. Other than perhaps Jane Seymour once limbs soon comprise a ghoulish land- “Although I support our maintain- performances will begin at 8 p.m., This was the first time that the associa- to kindergarten students and said that in East of Eden (1981), prior to Thurman’s scape of blood-spewing geysers. But it be- ing our natural resources,” he said, while Sunday performances will start tion awarded a three-dimensional work she learned from them. appearance here, no woman seemed a greater comes repetitious. And aside from “my photography is just a reflection at 3 p.m. at the Roy Smith Theater, of art in the organization’s 73 years of She is married to her best friend, Bill, or more frightening force than my Aunt Thurman’s curiously groundbreaking com- UCC, 1033 Springfield Avenue in existence. and together they have one son, also Lonnie. But it feels good to note that she has mand of center stage, lots of killing and the of the beauty in what I see.” Cranford. The Essex Art Association also Bill, a daughter in law, Melina, and their been replaced by Uma. requisite blood to prove it, you can expect Continuing to hone and refocus The cast includes Tamela awarded Ms. Thompson “Best in Show” beautiful granddaughter, Riley Grace. Also known as The Bride (Thurman), she little else. his photography skills, Cummings Aldridge and Daaimah Talley, both for her piece “Age is but a Masquer- Thompson is grateful that her family is quite the presence. The victim of a failed Of course, there’s more to this. That’s often tries to master the delicate art execution attempt on the occasion of her always the case when money is involved. members of Actors Equity. Having ade.” This was also a first time a sculp- has always been a support system for wedding, Black Mamba/The Bride’s subse- And in the film business, money is always of black and white photography like Our Say will be directed by Mark ture won at the Essex Art show, and her. They encourage her artistic en- quent fervor to wreak revenge on her en- involved. Rumor has it Tarantino’s supply- the legendary Ansel Adams, who in- Spina, TTP Founder and Executive Thompson is honored that she has set a deavors. She said that her husband is her emies forms the plot of Tarantino’s nonstop depleting order of red dye No. 3, purchased structed Berkeley Heights resident Director. Audiences are invited to precedent where sculpture is now con- best critic. decimation. to make Kill Bill: Vol. 1, sent panic through- Nancy Ori, another photographer he meet the artists after each perfor- sidered “Best in Show” material. Right now, she is just enjoying her out the market, skyrocketing the price to new She has a list. But unlike Santa, Black holds in high regard. mance. Thompson won a full scholarship to family and her art. Her only real goal for Mamba doesn’t have to check it more than heights. Notice more blue and less red in Tickets are $15 (general admis- study at The Art School at Washington the future is that people will continue to once. All are or were in the employ of the those cookies lately? Cummings has also attended fo- But have no fear. There’ll be enough sion) for Friday, Saturday and Sun- University, where she earned her Bach- delight in her work. renegade assassin’s former group leader, rums at the Watchung Arts Center, day shows, $7 for Thursday shows elor of Fine Arts degree. Several of her pieces have been sold Bill. Thus, the title. It becomes obvious splatter to make the sequel, set for release in taken courses in black and white film where all this is heading. 2004. And no surprise, you’ll have to wait and for students. On “Senior Sun- She worked as a commercial artist through her website and she also is But first things first. Please note that all the for Kill Bill: Vol. 2 to see if the title character development and participated in day,” November 9, all senior tickets for many years, but always found the commissioned to work privately. players have snake code names. Cool, huh? gets his comeuppance. Hey...the idea is to weekend seminars sponsored by are $7. For tickets, please call (908) time to create fine art on the side. Now, To view some of Thompson’s work, So when we initially tune in on The Bride’s eventually kill Bill — not the golden goose. Popular Photography Magazine. 659-5189. she is happy to say that she only focuses please visit www.stoneartworks.com. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 20 Thursday, October 23, 2003 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION INSIDE: HOW ONE AUTHOR BUILT HER OWN PUBLISHING EMPIRE MIRACLES CAN HAPPEN, SAYS ArtsArts && EntertainmentEntertainment SP AUTHOR By MARYLOU MORANO Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times SCOTCH PLAINS — A local GGrregeg CCummingsummings FFindsinds RRefugeefuge resident who is a survivor of cancer wants to tell the whole world about his miraculous cure. Steve Hannett of Scotch Plains has co-authored a book titled “Power IInn MMotherother NNaturaturee’’ss SSplendorplendor In No Other By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN taken on one of the Rhode Island- His job, he told The Scotch Plains- Name: Over- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times based refuges, which include the Fanwood Times, fortunately opens come Life’s FANWOOD – About one Ninigret NWR in Charlestown, up other portals of the vast outdoors. Problems mile from his condominium Trustom Pond, Chafee NWR at For example, when he attended a God’s Way,” in Rhode Island and to the Pettaquamscott Cove in South tradeshow at Zion National Park in in which he SEASIDE SCULPTOR...Kathleen Thompson, a member of the Westfield National Wildlife Refuges Kingstown, Narragansett Sachuest Utah and tended to a photo-shoot for tells his story. Art Association, works on her terrapin, a soapstone sculpture, at her second (NWR) beyond, Greg After first home on Long Beach Island. Cummings finds his muse in being diag- lily pads floating atop the nosed nine water, a dew-glistened years ago, and web seated like a throne while seeking Steve Hannett WAA Sculptor Enters for the brown spider Eastern means of improving his health, Hannett was introduced to The Bible by Dong Jin Kim, a Grand Master martial arts instructor from ‘The Zone’ While Northern New Jersey. “At the time, I didn’t have a per- sonal relationship with Jesus Christ, nor did I know the message con- Sculpting With Stone tained in The Bible,” Hannet ex- By KERRIANNE SPELLMAN CORT Years later, he told Kat (as she is plained. “Dong understood and ex- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times plained The Bible to me in ways I known to friends and family) that had never heard. He prayed over me WESTFIELD — “It, the stone, he knew all along that she was and showed me how to claim the being a part of the earth, has a hiding there, watching him. voice, a presence, which at times CHAIRMAN OF THE CAMERA...Greg Cummings, top left, is shown amid his promises The Bible say are mine.” “Learning by example for an art- award-winning photography. The photographs, pictured, clockwise, include Hannett knows it was his personal says ‘stop, don’t go there’ or ‘here is ist is priceless,” Thompson ex- “Piece of the Past,” “Lily Pads,” and the Ninigret Pond National Wildlife Refuge connection with Jesus Christ that where you can go’, directing me all plained. (NWR)-inspired “Water’s Edge,” which won second prize last year in The restored his health. Subsequent medi- the way, away from A wife, mother Friends of the NWRs of Rhode Island competition. cal tests show him to be 100 percent the faults in the and grandparent, cured of cancer. stone, where I may she is passionate break it apart. The about her art. Her stone does talk to main focus and me. The most mi- love is stone sculp- resting in the center, or a copper raculous part of cre- ture, but she also water pump sitting in the middle of ating something is paints, draws and nowhere. that I go into a zone, creates two-dimen- Though it is far enough away from giving up my capa- sional sculpture his seat as Chairman of the Fanwood bilities to a higher with scratchboard, Planning Board and Zoning Board, power, a creative a unique form of the 15-year Fanwood resident has force, that takes art that is created maintained a long love affair with over.” using pressed white Mother Nature’s majesty, which has These are the clay and black ink. words of artist “Alabaster Mermaid,” Kathleen The ink is translated to color film and reaped Thompson. several awards. Kathleen Thomp- “scratched out” us- The Friends of the National Wild- son, a Cranford resi- ing a stylus. life Refuges of Rhode Island recently dent for 33 years and a member of Scratchboard is actually a very old named Cummings the “Best in Show” the Westfield Art Association process, she told The Leader/The winner for “Lily Pads,” which was (WAA). Times, that was used for stark black Point NWR in Middletown, and a new product at the Whistler “I know this may sound strange,” taken at the Trustom NWR in South Block Island NWR. Blackcomb Mountains in Canada, and white illustrations in newspa- Kingston, and “Second Place” for the she told The pers before the in- A hiker and skier, Cummings is his camera lens virtually absorbed Westfield Leader water pump photo, “Piece of the Past.” the Merchandising and Marketing his new surroundings. vent of half-tones. Two of Cummings’ entries also won and The Scotch In 1976, Thomp- Coordinator at Fox River Mills, which However, Cummings remarked Plains-Fanwood second place in last year’s contest. manufactures high-end outdoor ath- that when he is making decisions “I had to share my experience,” son met a woman Times. who had taken a The contestants submitted photos letic sports socks and gloves. Continued on Page 19 Hannett explained. “I began to write down information as to why I am Not at all. To be a class in stone sculp- delivered from cancer.” The result is true artist, one must ture. Thompson “Power In No Other Name,” which be able to surren- found this to be ex- is co-authored by Kim. der to an artistic citing, as building up A business process consultant in impetus that ulti- with clay and taking HHomegromegroownwn RRebel,ebel, MMusicianusician mately takes over. away in stone are sales for Siemens, Hannett worked nights and weekends on his book. Whether it is act- diametrically op- The first publisher who read the ing, writing or cre- posed. With stone, manuscript, Whitemane Publishing ating fine art, a true one has to be able to SShattershatters BBarriersarriers WWithith ‘‘VVieieww’’ artist always ac- see negative space in Shippensburg, Pa., accepted “Power In No Other Name.” knowledges that he and envision the By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN tic bass to electric bass, I was kicked or she is very often form within the raw Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times With his WHS degree in hand, “Lives are being touched by this “Woman Spirit,” Kathleen out of the orchestra.” Westfield’s own rebel with a cause book. One woman who read it was a conduit that al- Thompson. stone. She decided WESTFIELD – Bryan Beller In her first year as the school enrolled in Berklee College of Music lows a higher cre- to take a stone sculp- could care less about someday be- cured of breast cancer,” Hannett said. district’s Fine Arts Supervisor, Linda in Boston, Mass., resuming his per- The book includes the documented ative force to come through. ture class herself. ing called up to the stage on King stepped in and helped Beller sona as “a suburban guy.” After at- Thompson has been doing this Thompson learned a lot in the Grammy night and thanking the stories of more than 60 people who, pursue his electric tending Berklee, he over the last 20 years, have received since she was three. As a child class but found she was uncomfort- little people for his was itching to spread growing up in Illinois, she would able in the dusty environment with glittery golden award God’s blessings after being prayed his wings out of subur- for by Kim. often hide in her father’s art studio little ventilation, so she chose to partly because the bia and joined up with in their home, even after she had take her sculpting outside. humble musician has As pleased as he is to see his book Zappa in Los Angeles. helping others, Hannett is quick to been sent to bed. She learned by Currently, she is at her second a lot more going for The next 10 years of watching her beloved father, artist home in Long Beach Island, creat- him than taking a shot point out that the credit goes to God. Beller’s life would be “Everyone, not just a chosen few, Wilburn Moore. Continued on Page 19 at fame. spent collaborating “I don’t need a who comes to Jesus with a humble with Zappa and heart has His blessing,” Hannet con- Grammy Award. I Keneally, working as would just be happy if I tinued. “If he cured me, he will cure a freelance lifestyle others.” Artists Answer Age-Old could get a lottery columnist for Bass ticket,” quipped the Hannett has dedicated his life to Player magazine for three years, spreading the message of God’s love Westfield native. and taking over the corporate music Beller has been there, and promises and now spends his world at SWR. He juggled all of the time in evangelism and ministry. Question: Can Anyone done that as the bassist hats, while recently heeding a cre- for Dweezil Zappa, Later this month he will begin ative compulsion to write his own pastoring a new church, Abundant Steve Vai, and Mike album with his own music. Keneally. Beller still re- Grace Christian Church, a nonde- Escape New York? “View” (Onion Boy Records), nominational congregation located tains the Keneally gig, which will be officially released while holding down the at 48 Ames Avenue in Rutherford. By MARYLOU MORANO furniture narrative could easily be next Tuesday, was born from a blog Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Marketing Manager po- For the last one and one half years, set in a suburban living room. (online journal) Beller began writ- Hannett has also served as president SUMMIT — The 1981 cult sci- Viewed with another eye, how- sition at SWR, the larg- ing online in 1995 entitled, “The est independent manu- of Conquerors in Christ World Min- ence-fiction film starring Kurt Russell ever, the setting is eerily like an Life of Bryan.” More about songs istries, a non-profit organization that called Escape from New York has lent office interior in a Manhattan high- facturer of bass ampli- and themes, “View” is a reflection fication products. meets the social, spiritual and physi- its name to a current exhibit at the rise office. for Beller on his L.A. life and his cal needs of the community. He is New Jersey Center for Visual Arts Likewise the two “faces” of artist In fact, if it were not need to escape it. for the fact that he had donating 100 percent of the pro- and graphic designer Matthew The album cover, Beller explained, ceeds of his book to Conquerors in Brannon’s silk-screened poster, “The the music in him, he includes elements familiar to his life probably would have Christ World Ministries, which is Uninvited IV.” Has Brannon, also – a desolate dusty road going in currently working on a project to from Brooklyn, created a country never recorded his first different directions, a window sus- solo CD, “View.” house homeless families. estate with a Gothic flair? Perhaps DESPERADO...Westfield native Bryan Beller will pended over the road illustrating a “So many people are without hope; Though cathartic, the release his first solo album, “View” next Tuesday, bustling cityscape. whole writing and re- October 28. when they actually meet God, they Now that he has become one with receive hope they have never imag- cording process was the laidback West, Beller, who is draining, he said. ined,” continued the author. “I invite guitar dreams. During Beller’s se- responsible for bass, keyboards, pi- all who read this article to read The Beller, 32, is not the type of guy nior year at WHS, King went one ano and lead vocals on “The View,” starving for the next big break. His Bible to search for the truth about the step further and pushed Beller to the cannot fathom why so many people promises of God.” talent speaks for itself. But, he is, top of the list of names being consid- find their serenity being surrounded he admitted, looking for his own “Power In No Other Name: Over- ered for the Louis Armstrong Jazz like sardines in a chaotic city set- come Life’s Problems God’s Way” piece of serenity and he does not Award. ting. believe he will find it in his home- is available at all local and online Beller won the scholarship, even Miles and years down those dusty bookstores. For more information town. though the grant normally went to a roads from his stint as a busboy at the “I never was kind of in the main about Conquerors In Christ World student involved in the district’s mu- former Sinclair’s restaurant in Ministries, visit www.cicwm.org, e- stream,” Beller told The Westfield sical organizations. Westfield, Beller doesn’t see resi- “Plant, Boxes, Luggage, Chair,” Leader and The Scotch Plains- mail Hannett at “She really put herself on the line,” dence in the quaint town as a long- [email protected] or call George Rush Fanwood Times. “I mean, I took pi- he remembered. “I was a very unor- term possibility. (908) 301-9251. (NJCVA) in Summit. ano lessons and I was in the Westfield thodox guy and I was not the “Five years down the road? Hope- A mixed media display of the work High School (WHS) orchestra, but administration’s favorite, let’s just fully, I will find myself somewhere when I wanted to switch from acous- put it that way.” of twelve artists who live and work more remote and more simple. Of outside of Manhattan, “Escape from course, I’ve been saying that for a Coming Next Week... New York: New Works From the Outer long time. Actually doing it is some- • Michelle Le Poidevin sits Boroughs” can best be described as an thing entirely different.” down with a Union County Free- artistic contradiction. “The Uninvited,” Matthew Brannon Calderone School of Music “I never wanted to be the guy who holder candidate to discuss how While all the artists appear to por- stood out in the middle of the stage in art mixes with politics. tray suburbia, hence the escape, closer it’s a haunted house? It could be front of the band. I never needed to • Coffee With A Conscience THE PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL inspection of the artwork has the either, but might not there also be a be the star,” Beller confided. gets reviewed by Marylou viewer doubting his own perceptions. Established 1975 Certified Teachers faint suggestion of skyscrapers in the Well, Bryan, ready or not, here it Morano. Perhaps there really has been no mansion’s chimneys all-in-a-row? comes. • How does the filming of escape at all? Could it be that no “‘Escape From New York: New Private Instruction on “View” can be ordered at “Ed” in Westfield impact All Instruments, Voice and Ensembles escape from New York is ever pos- Works From the Outer Boroughs” is www.onionboyrecords.com, the town and who gets sible? a provocative exhibition which at Kindermusik classes for ages 0 to 7 www.audiophileimports.com, the money? Brooklynite George Rush’s paint- first look feels light, fun and playful, Riverwalk Plaza www.cdbaby.com, www.amazon.com, • On the Beat, Pen ing, “Plant, Boxes, Luggage, Chair” however, one will find, upon further 34 Ridgedale Avenue • East Hanover 256 Morris Avenue • Springfield www.artist-shop.com, and at http:// & Ink and My Take elaborates on the concept of escape/ (973) 428-0405 281 Main Street(973) 467-4688• Millburn (973) 467 4688 stores.musictoday.com/store. on It return. no escape. At first glance the modern Continued on Page 19 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK